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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
A Place To Belong
Sunday, September 13th, 2015
11:00 a.m.
In the Heart of Saskatchewan’s Capital City
www.firstbaptistregina.ca
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Welcome in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Bibles (blue cover) and hymnbooks (brown cover) are provided for your use.
A nursery is available in the lower hall for infants and toddlers.
Washrooms are also located in the lower hall.
If you wish to have a cushion or hard of hearing headset, please speak to one of the ushers who will be happy to obtain these items for you.
We invite you to complete one of the blue Visitor Cards in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate toward the end of the worship service. This will help us get to know you better!
Please silence cell phones and other electronics. Speak softly, move slowly and allow each one present to listen for God’s voice.
Many people have allergies to fragrances and perfumes, so we try to keep our church a scent-free zone in consideration of the health and wellbeing of others! Thank you!
Should you wish to have someone pray with or for you, today’s Deacon-on-Duty will be pleased to meet with you following the worship service. Please come to the front, west side pew.
Perhaps this prayer may help you begin your preparation today: Almighty God, in the passion of Your blessed Son Jesus, You made an instrument of painful death to be for us the means of life and peace: grant us so to glory in the cross of Christ that we may gladly offer for His sake, who is alive and reigns with You, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen!
Ushers: Greeters:
William Crook (Head Usher) Sanctuary: Susan Cowen Ray & Beth Silzer Balcony: THIS COULD BE YOU! Judy Grimsrud Elevator: Dena Clifford
Deacon on Duty: AV Ministry: Vi Maeers Steven Carbno & Patrick Palmer
Service of Worship Sunday, September 13th, 2015
Holy Cross Sunday
11:00 a.m. *Indicates congregation is invited to stand as able*
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THE GATHERING OF GOD’S PEOPLE
Music for Gathering Mark Anderson
Morning Chimes Mark Anderson
*The Introit “Come Away from Rush and Hurry” Congregation (Tune – Hyfrydol, #61)
Come away from rush and hurry to the stillness of God’s peace;
From our vain ambition’s worry, come to Christ and find release.
Come away from noise and clamour, life’s demands and frenzied pace;
Come to join the people gathered here to seek and find God’s grace.
Welcome Mark McKim
Opportunities for Life and Service
Reflective Moment “Sanctuary” Congregation Lord, prepare me to be a sanctuary, pure and holy, tried and true;
With thanksgiving, I’ll be a living sanctuary for You. (repeat)
THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD
Call to Worship Joel Russell MacLean Invocation or the Collect *Hymn of Praise “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” #97
(The children will come forward during the singing of this hymn.)
Children’s Blessing (The children will proceed to the lower hall for their own worship time.)
Gift of Music Christa Walsh
CONFESSION OF SIN
Call to Confession Mark McKim Prayer of Confession Assurance of Pardon
Gift of Music “Jesus Teach Me” Sanctuary Choir
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THE WORD OF GOD READ
Scripture Reader:
Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 53:1-11 (O.T.pg. 683) Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 22:1-5, 14-18, 27-31
Leader: My God, my God, why have You forsaken me? Why are You so far from helping me,
from the words of my groaning?
Congregation: O my God, I cry by day, but You do not
answer; and by night, but find no rest.
Leader: Yet You are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel.
Choir: In You our ancestors trusted; they trusted, and You delivered them.
Leader: To You they cried, and were saved; in You they trusted and were not put to shame.
Congregation: I am poured out like water, and all my
bones are out of joint;
Leader: My heart is like wax; it is melted within my
breast.
Choir: My mouth is dried up like a potsherd, and my tongue sticks to my jaws; You lay me in the dust of death.
Leader: For dogs are all around me; a company of evildoers encircles me.
Congregation: My hands and feet have shriveled; I can
count all my bones.
Leader: They stare and gloat over me; they divide
my clothes among themselves, and for my clothing they cast lots.
Congregation: All the ends of the earth shall remember and turn to the Lord; and all the
families of the nations shall worship before Him.
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Leader: For dominion belongs to the Lord, and He
rules over the nations.
Choir: To Him indeed, shall all who sleep in the earth bow down;
Congregation: Before Him shall bow down all who go down to the dust and I shall live for
Him.
Leader: Posterity will serve Him;
ALL: Future generations will be told about the Lord, and proclaim His deliverance
to a people yet unborn saying that He has done it.
*Gloria Patri #623 Congregation Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.
Amen, Amen.
The Epistle: Galatians 5:1-11 (N.T. pg.1905) The Gospel: Mark 15:21-31 (N.T. pg.54)
Leader: This is the word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God!
THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED
*Hymn of Preparation “The Old Rugged Cross” #186
Sermon “The Offensive Cross” Mark McKim
RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD
*Hymn of Response “Lift High the Cross” #304
Call to Prayer John Nelson Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name.
Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into
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temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom,
and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
Our Gifts & Offerings Christa Walsh
*Response of Praise “Praise the Lord” Congregation Praise the Lord from whom all blessings flow. He has washed
and made me white as snow. I’m redeemed from all my sin and shame. Now and forever praise His holy name! Praise His holy
name! Praise His holy name! To God be the glory, now and forever, praise His holy name!
Benediction Mark McKim
*Choral Benediction “The Spirit Sends Us” Congregation (Tune: Azmon, #76)
We GO to be the hands of Christ, to scatter joy like seed And, all our days, to cherish life, to do the loving deed.
Then let us GO to serve in peace, the gospel to proclaim. God’s spirit has empowered us; we GO in Jesus’ name.
Music for Departing Mark Anderson
If you desire prayer for yourself or another person, please come to the front west pew during the “Music for Departing.”
The deacon-on-duty will be there available to pray with/for
you.
September 6th, 2015 Worship Attendance
Morning Worship Service 172
Preparing For Next Sunday: Scripture Lessons September 20th
Old Testament Lesson Job 12:13-25 Responsorial Psalm 22:23, 25-28 New Testament Lesson Romans 13:1-7
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LEARNING FOR LIFE BEGINS NEXT SUNDAY, 9:30 a.m.
Colossians: Staying On Track
Facilitator: Rev. Ron Phillips
Location: Board Room
An 8 week study of Paul’s letter to the Colossian Church. We
will cross the divide of time and culture into Paul’s world,
attempting to understand the text in its 1st century setting,
then we will let the text speak into our times and our lives. Our
goal is to allow the Holy Spirit to use Scripture and God’s
people to sharpen the life we’re living for Christ.
Is there an electrician in the congregation who could assist AV with an electrical grounding issue?
Please contact Hilary Ryan 306-584-1953 if you would be able to assist with this issue.
If you can read music and play hymns on the piano, there is a ministry for you at First Baptist Place. This could be once a month, every other month or on the fifth Wednesdays. The chapel service is on Wednesday evening from 7:00 to
7:45. For more information contact Norma Holtslander, 306-586-3786 or
The Tuesday night discussion group will begin meeting on September 15th.
The first evening will be an information and “catch up with old friends and
meet new friends” evening. The group starts at 6:00 p.m. and meets in the
church library. We look forward to seeing you there and to this new season
of discussions. TNT starts September 15th with a meal prepared by the
Hillmers. Please register with the church office (306-359-1450) or the
Hillmers (306-586-2409) by September 13th at the latest.
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1. CALLING ALL SINGERS First Baptist Sanctuary Choir is recruiting singers NOW for 2015-2016! Spiritual Requirements: This is FBC’s longest serving small group ministry team, implying a strong commitment to Christ and to the service of His body, the church. Musical Requirements: Choir members must commit themselves to learning their music well. Though the ability to read music is ideal, choir members must at least have the ability to match pitch to follow a part. The director reserves the right to give counsel in these areas and to advise you about this. Rehearsal schedule: The Sanctuary Choir rehearses every Thursday evening from 7:00-8:45 p.m. in the sanctuary choir loft. The fall 2015 ministry season began on Thursday, September 10th. A consistent commitment to the rehearsal/music ministry schedule of the choir is expected of all “ministers of music” of the choir. Ministry Schedule: The Sanctuary Choir sings in the regular Sunday morning worship services. The choir also prepares extended season presentations appropriate to the church calendar. *Christmas Glory Presentation – Sunday, December 13th, 7:00 p.m. **Easter Alleluia – Sunday, March 20, 2016, 7:00 p.m. ***Concert of Praise – Sunday, May 22, 2016, 7:00 p.m. (to be confirmed). These presentations will feature the entire musical family of FBC, plus guest musicians and Seasonal Singers.
NOTE: Although the choir requires committed “regulars”, additional “seasonal singers” are encouraged to join the choir for the special music ministry presentations. Details will be announced.
PRAYERFULLY consider your involvement in the Sanctuary Choir! Although there is no formal audition, the director reserves the right to “interview” you/have you “try out” for a couple of Thursday rehearsals and Sunday worship services.
If you are interested please contact Pastor John Nelson as follows Home: 306-584-7434, Office: 306-359-1450, E-mail: [email protected]
“In God’s service, our abilities begin with a HUMBLE attitude of AVAILABILITY.”
2. JuBELLation Ringers Begins Anew FBC’s second longest serving small group ministry, JuBELLation Ringers, begins rehearsing on Tuesday, September 15, 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Interested handbell ringers please contact Pastor John. Come ring with us!
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VOICE IS STARTING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH!!
VOICE will be starting up soon! We will be reading Philip Yancey’s new book “Vanishing Grace: Whatever Happened to the Good News?” Phillip Yancey explores what may have contributed to hostility toward Christians, especially Evangelicals, and offers illuminating stories of how faith can be expressed in ways that disarm even the most cynical critics. It is available on Amazon.ca and Chapters.ca in hardcopy and electronic versions.
Voice is a women’s literature group which meets every two weeks on Wednesday evening to discuss a book related to our spiritual journey. And more than that, we are a support system for each other, sharing our blessings and challenges and seeking a better understanding of God in our daily lives. If you are interested in joining Voice or just want more info – please talk to Laureen Snook 306-757-8403 or Martha Pauls.
The Achiever’s Bible Study will begin again on
Wednesday, September 16th at 10:30 a.m. in the
Board Room. This is for everyone 50+ who is free
at that time. II Timothy 3:16 tells us that “All
Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach
us what is true and to make us realize what is
wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are
wrong and teaches us to do what is right.”
So we are going to take a look at the book of Hebrews this year
from the perspective of the everyday Christian living in the 21st
century. Consider this your personal invitation. For more
information please contact Norma Holtslander, 306-586-3786 or
email [email protected].
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ACHIEVERS’ LUNCHEON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
TH AT 11:50 a.m.
An enthusiastic and exciting group for people ages 50 years and up. Meet at 11:50 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each
month January-April.
Favourite Food*Fabulous Fellowship*Delightful Devotions Check out our Achievers’ website: www.achieversregina.ca
Cost: $13.00 Menu: Pork Cutlets, Vegetables, Salad & Beverage Speaker: Rev. Ron Phillips Topic: “My Life’s Journey”
**Assistance is needed for the first luncheon: decorating and setting of table places for September 24
th. Please contact Pastor John if you
are able to help!!**
UPCOMING SPEAKERS:
October 22nd
: Irene Sotropa November 26
th: Tim Long
January 28th: TBA
February 24th: Ivy Scobie
March 24th: Angela Fraser
**April 28th: Lieutenant Governor Vaughn Solomon Schofield**
Plan to attend and bring a friend or two with you.
Contact: John Nelson (306-359-1450 ext 223), or the church office (306-359-1450 ext. 221) for information.
Anticipation….Celebration...Humour…Inspiration…Enlightenment. Vibrancy….Excitement….Reconnection….Spirituality
Tear off and place in offering plate or call any of the above contacts. Achievers’ Luncheon
Name_______________________________________________________
Number attending______________________________________________
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KLC NEWS!
Katepwa Lake Camp presents FALL HANDS ON DECK Join us as we work on projects that will get KLC prepped for winter! On October 10th starting at 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (lunch provided) we will be painting, bringing in our docks, clearing trees and more! Invite your friends to come along and help! E-mail [email protected] for more information.
VISION NIGHT 2015
On October 24th, you are invited to join KLC in sharing a meal and hearing stories of lives that were impacted during the 2015 Everlasters camping season. This event will take place at 6 p.m. and the address for the venue is 1625 Montreal street. Tickets are $10.00 each.
You can purchase tickets online through the Katepwa Lake Camp website or by calling the camp office at 1-306-332-4727.
CBM NEWS LEBANON: Elie and Mireille Haddad, CBM field staff in Lebanon, ask for prayer for the start of the new academic year at Arab Baptist Theological Seminary that equips leaders for the Church in the Arab world. “Pray for the returning students as they come back to continue their training. Pray that we get the visas for all the new students. Please pray also for the war in Syria, Iraq, and the region, and for the resulting humanitarian crisis. It is very inspiring how the international community is now waking up to the plight of the Syrians. A lot of attention is now being drawn to the need to resettle Syrians. This is great. However, we need more attention given to stopping the war and helping Syrians return to their homes. Please pray for a peaceful ending to the war and for dignity to be given back to all those affected. PHILIPPINES: Pray for the continued transition of CBM field staff Duane and Carin Guthrie and family who moved this past summer to the Philippines as part of an exciting and strategic area of ministry opening up marketplace ministry. Pray for strength, patience, wisdom and guidance. Remember too in prayer their CBM colleagues, Emo and Kathy Yango, who work with Muslim communities in the Philippines.
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MONDAY 7:30 P.M. VIVACE REHEARSAL – LOWER HALL
TUESDAY 10:00 A.M. STAFF MEETING – BOARD ROOM 4:00 P.M. SOUND COMMITTEE – SANCTUARY 5:00 P.M. TNT – LOWER HALL 6:00 P.M. ADULT DISCUSSION – LIBRARY 6:00 P.M. JUBELLATION – SANCTUARY 6:30 P.M. EXECUTIVE DIACONATE MEETING – BOARD ROOM
WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. PRAYER BREAKFAST – LOWER HALL 10:30 A.M. ACHIEVERS BIBLE STUDY – BOARD ROOM
THURSDAY 7:00 P.M. SANCTUARY CHOIR REHEARSAL - SANCTUARY
SUNDAY 9:30 A.M. LEARNING FOR LIFE – BOARD ROOM 10:00 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP – SANCTUARY 1:00 P.M. FKBC WORSHIP -- SANCTUARY
Anyone requesting prayer by FBC’s PRAYER CHAIN for himself or herself, a loved one or a friend, please contact Pearl Bretz (prayer chain coordinator) 757-3176 with the information. If anyone is ill and wishes to have ministers and/or deacons come and pray for healing and/or anoint with oil (James 5:14), you may make arrangements for
such by contacting Annabel Robinson 761-1458
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Dr. Mark G. McKim, Sr. Minister (ext 222) Sound Room (ext 228)
Rev. John Nelson Jr., Assoc. Minister (ext 223) Rev. Dr. George Baxter, Minister Emeritus
Rev. Joel Russell-MacLean, Assoc. Minister ON LEAVE George McKenzie, Custodian
Krista Johnstone, Financial Administrator (ext 225) Dr. Mark Anderson, Organist
Erin Angus, Administrative Assistant (ext 221) Christa Walsh, Pianist
DIACONATE/TRUSTEES
Annabel Robinson Chair Vi Maeers Member
James Clifford Vice-Chair Eleanor Russell Member
Rosemary Ward Secretary Jennifer Bisson Member
Derrick Bellows Treasurer Laureen Snook Member
Esther Wiens Member Erwin Ziolkowski Honourary
FIRST KAREN BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Zabiak Cung Biaka (ext 226) Rev. Eh Tha Wah (ext 226)
Pastor Pusay Ly (ext 226)
OUR MINISTRY PARTNERSHIPS
Youth For Christ (James Clifford) 347-1900 First Baptist Place 359-0859
CONTACT
First Baptist Church 306-359-1450 2241 Victoria Avenue, Regina SK, S4P 0S4
First Baptist Church Fax Number 306-352-3338 E-mail: [email protected]
www.firstbaptistregina.ca
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday Closed