1. family and parenting
2. children

MAY 3, 2015
SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
YOUTH SUNDAY
8:30 and 11:00 AM
GATHERING
OPENING SENTENCES
Adam DeVries
†VOLUNTARY
Lark Morrison and William Richardson
Chatham Dobbs
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Like a parent welcoming their child,
God runs out to meet us.
People: Celebrate and rejoice.
Leader: With love and passion through life and death,
God is always with us.
People: Celebrate and rejoice.
Leader: Our brothers were dead and have come to life.
People: Celebrate and rejoice.
Leader: Our sisters were lost and have been found.
People: Celebrate and rejoice.
†*PROCESSIONAL
HYMN 826
Lift High the Cross
CRUCIFER
†WELCOME AND
OPPORTUNITIES
FOR
DISCIPLESHIP
Ali Telfer and Derek Tusie
MINUTE
FOR
CALL
CONFESSION
TO
PRAYER
OF
MISSIONS
Austin Rolfe and Elise LaGrone
Joslyn Andrews
CONFESSION
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
Most merciful God, for the times that we go out
and squander our blessings and use them
for our own benefit instead of yours.
We are sorry.
For the times we give into
selfish temptations of the flesh.
We are sorry.
For jumping to conclusions and judgments
about other people and about you.
We are sorry.
For times we allow arrogance and self-righteousness
to tell us we are better than those around us.
We are sorry.
For the times we choose to stay in our own comfort zones
instead of following your call.
We are sorry.
And for the times that we have fooled ourselves
into believing that we don’t need You,
that we can do it on our own.
We are sorry.
For the sake of Your son Jesus Christ,
have mercy on us and forgive us,
that we may delight in Your will,
and walk in Your ways, to the glory of Your name.
SILENT CONFESSION
ASSURANCE
OF
PARDON
*CONGREGATIONAL
RESPONSE
Joslyn Andrews
Gloria Patri
Hymn 581
THE WORD AND SACRAMENT
~ Children are invited to come to the front for the baptism. ~
SACRAMENT
OF
BAPTISM
(8:30)
Todd Jones
Lauren and Matt Hancock are presenting their son, Sims Forrest
Hancock, for baptism. Assisting Elder: Stuart Campbell
(11:00)
Todd Jones
Dorothy and Travis Holland are presenting their son, Boone Currey
Holland, for baptism. Assisting Elder: Robert Holland
†HYMN FOR
BAPTISM
TALLIS’ CANON
CHILDREN’S TIME
‡
Madison Shirey, Rachel Smith,
Elise LaGrone and Carly Griffin
Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to Young Children and Worship
in Room CW-110.
PRAYER
FOR ILLUMINATION
Stella Coble
Living God,
help us to hear Your Word
that we may truly understand;
that, understanding, we may believe;
and believing,
we may follow Your way in all faithfulness,
seeking Your honor and glory in all that we do. Amen.
OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING
Pastor:
People:
The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
NEW TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING
Pastor:
People:
Garrison Hogan
I Samuel 16:1-7, page 259
Tripp Waller
Luke 15:11-32, page 78
The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
SERMON
Harrison Allen, Anna Kate Rader,
Wren McFadden and Allie Robison
Breaking the Mold
RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE
*AFFIRMATION OF
FAITH
The Apostles’ Creed (Traditional)
PRAYERS
OF THE
PEOPLE
AND
THE LORD’S PRAYER
(debts)
COMMISSIONING
(11:00)
OF THE
Devon O’Donnell
Hymnal Page 35
Ryan Victory
Hymnal Page 35
YOUTH MISSION TRIPS
Stuart Gordon
INVITATION
TO
GIVING
Wilson Flack
OFFERTORY
Houston|Crocker|Ligthelm
Oceans (Where Feet may Fail)
You call me out upon the waters
The great unknown where feet may fail
And there I find You in the mystery
In oceans deep my faith will stand
And I will call upon Your name
And keep my eyes above the waves
When oceans rise
My soul will rest in Your embrace
For I am Yours and You are mine
Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders
Let me walk upon the waters wherever You would call me
Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander
And my faith will be made stronger
In the presence of my Saviour I will call upon Your name
Keep my eyes above the waves
My soul will rest in Your embrace
I am Yours and You are mine
CCLI Song # 6428767
Joel Houston | Matt Crocker | Salomon Ligthelm
© 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing)
For use solely with the SongSelect Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com
CCLI License # 1121456
*PRESENTATION AND
*PRAYER OF
RESPONSE
Doxology
DEDICATION
OLD HUNDREDTH
John Tipps
SENDING FORTH
*HYMN OF
COMMITMENT 307
CWM RHONDDA
God of Grace and God of Glory
*CHARGE AND
BENEDICTION
Adam DeVries
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE 547
AR HYD Y NOS
Go, My Children, with My Blessing
Go, my children, with my blessing, never alone.
Waking, sleeping, I am with you, you are my own,
In my love’s baptismal river I have made you mine forever.
Go, my children, with my blessing, you are my own.
Text by Jaroslav J. Vajda ©1983 by Concordia Publishing House.
Reproduced with permission under license number 04:09-49B.
The congregation will be seated for a moment of silent prayer
after the Benediction.
*CLOSING VOLUNTARY
Henry Heron
Voluntary in G major
* — Those who are able, please stand
† — Latecomers may be seated
Please silence your cell phone as you enter the sanctuary.
PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE
Todd Jones, Pastor
Adam DeVries, Associate Pastor for Youth and Their Families
Stuart Gordon, Associate Pastor for Discipleship
Nick Bergin, Organist
Robertson Fowler, Cross Bearer
Matthew Wilkins, Candle Bearer
Jackson Stone, (8:30) Baptism Buddy
Emory Moore, (11:00) Baptism Buddy
Musicians: William Richardson and Lark Morrison
Ushers: John Tipps, Austen Hertik, Sarah Shipp and Matthew Petrikin
Greeters: Jack Zieman, Ollie Storms, Abby Gilbert, Joe McKinney,
Annie Blaylock, Stephanie Davis, Alex Cardwell, Davidson Frith,
Caroline Stephenson, Lindsey Speyer, Hayden Hilt, Alex Cardwell,
Stephanie Davis, Gracie Johnson, Allie Rose Gregg and Sam Tieche
Bulletin Artwork: Madison Shirey
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH extends a warm welcome in the name of
Christ to all who worship with us today. If you are interested in joining
First Presbyterian Church, please speak to the pastor or elder standing at
the left of the pulpit, or you may call the church office during the week.
WORSHIP REGISTRATION PADS — Whether you are a first-time visitor or a
long-time member, you can help us plan ministries by signing the worship
registration pad, placed at the aisle end of your pew.
FLOWERS on the chancel table are given to the glory of God and in loving
memory of Dr. Douglass M. Oliver, Gray Moore Oliver, Dr. William H.
Oliver and Helen Thornburg by their family.
SYMPATHY — The First Presbyterian Church family extends sympathy to
Cindy and Tony Stanley on the death of their son, Michael Anthony
Stanley who died on April 23. Sympathy also to Caroline and William
Stanley.
If any member of the church desires the Christian support of a
Stephen Minister, call Sandra Randleman (298-9502).
Stephen Ministers are trained lay ministers of the church.
YOUNG CHILDREN & WORSHIP — 8:30 and 11:00 in Room CW-110 (located
in the Children’s Ministry wing). Please reference the worship bulletin to
know when to exit the sanctuary. Parents and their children who are age
4, 5 or 6 (not in 1st grade) by August 15, 2014, are invited. Please visit our
website to enroll or contact Deb O’Brien ([email protected]).
CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL AND NURSERY — 9:45 to 10:45 every Sunday.
Nursery care for children six weeks to three years is available during
worship services and Sunday School. Classes (ages 3-6) are in the
Children’s Ministry Wing. Classes (grades 1-6) at the top of the C-Wing in
Oak Hill School. Please visit the Hospitality Center for more info.
MOTHER AND INFANT QUIET ROOM — Mothers of infants who need a quiet
place for nursing or calming babies. Audio feed of the worship is provided.
Check with Karen Fitts in the Nursery for availability.
JOIN US FOR COFFEE & DONUTS — Please join us each Sunday between
services downstairs in Courtenay Hall for coffee and donuts.
ASSISTANCE FOR THOSE WITH DISABILITIES — If anyone has a need or
disability requiring assistance or accommodation for any church activity,
please contact the church office (615-383-1815).
A/V OF WORSHIP AVAILABLE — Worship service in Courtenay Hall has the
audio-video transfer for each of the Sunday morning worship services.
OFFICER PRAYER TIME — Prayer request cards can be found in a rack
attached to the Prayer Request Box.
SERMONS preached weekly can be found on our website (fpcnashville.org).
THE FIVE THIRTY — Brandon Van Pernis continues our
Borders series.
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER, MAY 7 — The Stanford Chapel will be opened
for a time of private prayer from 7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
2015 MOTHER’S DAY MEN’S CHOIR — Attention all men of First
Presbyterian Church: The Mother’s Day Men’s Choir will begin
rehearsing today at 9:45 A.M. Please meet Raphael Bundage in the choir
room. We will sing at the 11:00 A.M. service on Mother’s Day, May 10. Call
Daphne Garey (615-298-9517) for information.
HOLY COMMUNION will be observed on Sunday, May 17, at the 8:30 A.M.,
11:00 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. worship services. Prepare your hearts to celebrate
this sign of Christ’s love.
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN’S “A JOYFUL SPRING” — May 19 at 6:00 P.M. at the
home of Marty & Betty Dickens (4410 Harding Place, 37205). Cost is $15.
Register online or call Rachael Gresham (615-383-1815).
A LOOK AT THEOLOGY THROUGH ART — Dr. Clifford Anderson, Director
of Scholarly Communications at Vanderbilt University, will be our guest
lecturer for the June Ramsey Class on May 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 9:45 A.M.
in the Cheek House.
CAREER TRANSITION NETWORK — Tuesdays, 8:00 – 9:30 A.M. in the Bryant
Conference Room. Contact Bill Kirby ([email protected] or 615-3648286).
AGE-LEVEL MINISTRIES
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY AND NURSERY
All registrations are available on the Children’s page of the website.
n Confirmation Session Examination & Lunch — Today,
immediately following the 11:00 A.M. worship in Courtenay Hall,
confirmands will meet with session members while parents hear
about the FPC Youth Ministry.
n School Supply Drive — Sunday School children in 1st – 6th
grade are collecting school supplies to fill backpacks that Oak Hill
Day Camp will send home this summer with children who attend
Outreach Camp. For a list of supplies needed, please check our
website.
n Way on Wednesdays Musical Announcement: The Way on
Wednesdays Children will have a special end-of-year celebration
with the adult choir this Wednesday, May 6. Dinner begins at 5:00
P.M. with musical performance to follow at 6:00 P.M. Please make
your dinner reservations online by May 4. Nursery will be open for
children ages three and younger.
n Rising Confirmation Class of 2016 — Current 5th Graders
meet with the Confirmation team during Sunday School hour in
Grundy Hall to hear about the next year of their confirmation
journey.
n Early Preschool is accepting applications for both the 2015
Summer Program and the 2015-16 school year. Visit our website for
more information.
YOUTH ANNOUNCEMENTS
AGE-LEVEL MINISTRIES
n Sunday School Today — Grades 7-12 will meet in Courtenay
Hall for a brunch between the morning services. We will be taking
grade level class pictures.
n Sign
Up
for
Summer
Mission
Trips
at
youth.fpcnashville.org.
• West Virginia — June 7-12; McDowell County; Rising 912th Graders helping with home repair with the Youth Staff
• Great Escape — June 14-19; Lee University in Cleveland,
TN; Rising 7th and 8th Grade Youth Conference with Brandon.
• Mystery Mission Trip — June 21-27; Graduating Senior
Mission Trip. Come and be surprised!
• Barefoot Republic Camp — July 6-11; for Junior High
students with Adam.
Questions? Contact (615-298-9570 or [email protected]).
YOUNG ADULT & COLLEGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
n Young Adult Women’s Study — Monday evenings from 7:00 –
8:30 P.M. (5229 Cochran Drive, 37220). Contact Ashley for more
information ([email protected]).
n Young Adult Small Group — Led by Lipscomb and Rachel
Davis. Dinner and Bible study held Tuesday evenings 6:30 – 8:00
P.M. at the Davis’ home (1124 Stonewall Jackson Court, 37220). For
those young adults in their 20s and 30s.
n Sunday School Classes (meet at 9:45 A.M.)
• Young Adult Sunday School Class — Led by Steve and
Mary Lee Bartlett, Warner McNeilly and Allison Milam. For
young adults in their 20s and 30s (Staff Workroom).
• Foundations — Led by Chan and Ginger Sheppard and
Sam and Betsy Funk. For engaged and newly married couples
(Enrichment Center, EC-100).
• First Families — Led by Mort and Jami Hill. For adults
with children ages birth to six years old (Courtenay Lounge).
• Friends in Faith — For adults in their 30s and early 40s
(L-205).
The Mission of First Presbyterian Church
To know Christ, to make Him known, and to exhibit His love
through worship, education, and service.
AGE-LEVEL MINISTRIES
n General
• For more information about College Ministry, email
Linda Morphis ([email protected]). For more
information about Young Adult Ministry, email Ashley Higgins
([email protected]).
NOTES
4815 Frankin Pike, Nashville, TN 37220
(615) 383-1815 www.fpcnashville.org