FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

A Place To Belong

AND IT WAS NIGHT…….

Sunday, March 22nd, 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: “Eternal and Holy God, in ancient times You called prophets like Zechariah, to proclaim Your Word. Grant that We may humbly listen

for Your Word this morning, and give You praise for Your great

unfolding plan and design to restore, renew and heal Your wounded world. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.”

Ushers: Greeters:

Gordon Magel (Head Usher) Sanctuary: Susan Cowen Rick Roland Balcony: William & Janet Romanuk Diane Zimmer Elevator: Gibril Butoy

Deacon on Duty: AV Ministry: Martha Pauls Kevin Rich & Matt Field

Service of Worship Sunday, March 22nd, 2015

Fifth Sunday of Lent 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 “Lenten Selections” Mark Anderson Morning Chimes Mark Anderson

*The Introit “God Is Here” Congregation (Tune: Hyfrydol)

God is here! As we Your people meet to offer praise and prayer,

May we find in fuller measure what it is in Christ we share. Here, as in the world around us, all our varied skills and arts

Wait the coming of the Spirit into open minds and hearts.

Welcome Mark McKim Reflective Moment

THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD

Call to Worship John Nelson Invocation or the Collect

*Hymn of Praise “We Will Glorify” (vs. 1, 2 & 4) #72 (The children will come forward during the singing of this hymn.)

Children’s Blessing Joel Russell-MacLean

Hymn of Praise “To God Be the Glory” (v. 1 only repeat chorus) #66 (The children will proceed to the lower hall for their worship service.)

Gift of Music “Soldiers Lullaby” Andrew Jackson

CONFESSION OF SIN

Call to Confession John Nelson Prayer of Confession Assurance of Pardon

Gift of Music “Humble Cross” Sanctuary Choir

THE WORD OF GOD READ

Scripture Reader: John Hillmer Old Testament Lesson: Zechariah 9:9-10, 14:4-9 (O.T. pg. 884) Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 99:1-5

Leader: The Lord is King; let the peoples tremble!

Congregation: He sits enthroned upon the cherubim; Let the earth quake!

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Leader: The Lord is great in Zion;

Choir: He is exalted over all the peoples.

Leader: Let them praise Your great and awesome name.

Congregation: Holy is He!

Leader: Mighty King, lover of justice, You have

established equity;

Choir: You have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob.

Leader: Extol the Lord our God;

ALL: Worship at His footstool. Holy is He!

*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: Romans 8:28-35, 38-39 (N.T. pg. 158) The Gospel: Matthew 21:1-9 (N.T. pg. 23)

Leader: This is the word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God!

THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED

*Hymn of Preparation “Song of the Prophets” Congregation (Tune: Kingsfold, #167, Lyrics: Michael Morgan)

In ages past the mighty Lord by prophets spoke the word, And from their lips God’s great design throughout the earth was

heard. In revelation, parable, bold fantasy and dream,

They echoed God’s eternal vow to ransom and redeem.

Yet still in present, troubled days, we seek to hear God’s voice,

And in the face of our distress, find reason to rejoice. Grant us the wisdom to discern through faith who we should be

A fallen race, restored through grace, a captive world set free.

Sermon “In the End, God Wins” Mark McKim

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RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD

*Hymn of Response“Lo, He Comes With Clouds Descending!”#241

Congregational Life and Ministry Joel Russell-MacLean

Call to Prayer 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 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 Sanctuary Choir “He Never Said a Mumbalin’ Word”

*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 “We Gather Together” Congregation (Tune: “Immortal, Invisible”, St. Denio)

O Spirit of God, O so vibrant and free,

Surprise and surround us, unite us to be One people of earth who respond to Your call

To go, as we’ve gathered, with Good News for all!

Music For Departing Mark Anderson Lenten Reflection – “O Sacred Head Sore, Wounded” (Jones)

March 15th, 2015 Worship Attendance

Morning Worship Service 190

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“A TIME FOR FRIENDS” March 22: Please join us for lunch and the Annual Congregational Meeting following the service.

Anyone wishing to provide a dozen hot cross buns or an Easter bread on Easter Sunday, March 5

th for a Time For Friends please contact Irene Sotropa 586-0914 or

Irene@sotropa.com

Preparing For Next Sunday: Scripture Lessons March 29th Old Testament Lesson Isaiah 50:4-9a New Testament Mark 11:1-11, 14:1-2, 15:29-30

We express our condolences, sympathies and Christian prayers to our Senior Minister,

Rev, Dr, Mark McKim, and family (mother Thelma and brother Estey) whose father, Gordon McKim, passed away suddenly in

Saint John, New Brunswick, late on Sunday, March 15th, following a stroke. Dr. McKim

expressed his deep appreciation to members of the FBC family for the many calls and other kindnesses he has received in this past week.

He apologizes for not having been able to return all your calls and asks for your

continued prayers at this time.

DATING AND AUTHORSHIP OF ZECHARIAH The exact date and authorship of the Book of Zechariah is a matter of

scholarly debate, to a large degree because chapters 1-8 and chapters 9-14 of

the book are so very different in style and approach. Some scholars go so far

as to speculate that what is called the Book of Zechariah was in fact the work

of two different people, brought together at some point as one book. Others

argue that although there was one author throughout, chapters 9-14 went

through an extensive period of editorial refinement among the people of God

before coming to its final form as we have it today. In the end, however, the

Book of Zechariah has come to us as part of God`s Word – whatever the

process or editing may have been – and we accept it as part of God`s Word –

must work to understand what God is saying through it, to us, today.

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The Scripture Union Material has arrived

and is in the mailboxes in the foyer.

Please be sure to stop by and pick up any

items you may have ordered.

ACHIEVERS’ LUNCHEON THURSDAY, MARCH 26

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: Curried Chicken, Rice & Peas, Mixed Vegetables, Garden Salad, Fresh Fruit, Assorted Cakes and Beverage. *catered by Elizabeth Morgan* Speaker: Bonnie Austring-Winter Topic: “Turn the Page”

Bonnie Austring-Winter retired from a 33 year career in broadcasting last summer. She’ll reflect on her time at CBC, navigating some of life’s major

changes and her faith journey.

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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VOICE will meet at 7:15 on Wednesdat, March 25th at Martha’s to continue our discussion of Richard Foster’s book “Steams of Living Water: Essential Practices From the Six Great Traditions of Christian Faith.” Please speak to Laureen if you need any information or if you wish to be included on the e-mail notification list.

VOICE NOVEL STUDY Our next novel will be “Arriving” by Corrine Jeffrey. Corrine was born in Duff, Saskatchewan, and “Arriving” is the first book of a trilogy set in rural Saskatchewan during the early 20th century. It follows Gustav Werner, a young German Lutheran, as he eagerly desires to become the most thriving homesteader in Canada’s “Last Best West” land deal. Family drama and conflict plague Gustave as he learns English and discovers that his parents have arranged his marriage to sixteen-year-old Amelia Schweitzer. The novel study will be a potluck brunch on Saturday, May 2nd. All women who love to read are welcome. Please let Laureen or Martha know if you want more information. 306-757-8403

The Ladies Auxillary of the Canadian Bible society will be holding their annual spring tea on May 5th, 2015 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 12th and Ottawa st. at 1:30 p.m.. Tickets are $2.00 per person and can be purchased from Jean Hillmer or the church office. If you would be willing to serve tea pls contact Jean Hillmer.

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Spring officially came to Regina on March 20th. We know its

official since the First Baptist Church Garden Gnome was recently spotted visiting the church office.

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MONDAY 7:30 P.M. VIVACE – LOWER HALL

TUESDAY 10:00 A.M. STAFF MEETING – BOARD ROOM 5:00 P.M. TNT (BYOM) – LOWER HALL 6:00 P.M. ADULT DISCUSSION – LIBRARY 6:00 P.M. JUBELLATION – SANCTUARY

WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. PRAYER BREAKFAST – LOWER HALL 10:30 A.M. ACHIEVERS’ BIBLE STUDY – BOARD ROOM

THURSDAY 12:00 P.M. ACHIEVERS’ LUNCHEON – LOWER HALL 5:00 P.M. YFC BOARD MEETING – BOARD ROOM 7:00 P.M. SANCTUARY CHOIR - SANCTUARY

SATURDAY 10:00 A.M. DIACONATE MEETING – BOARD ROOM

SUNDAY 9:30 A.M. LEARNING FOR LIFE – VARIOUS AREAS 11:00 A.M. COMBINED MORNING SERVICE – SANCTUARY 7:00 P.M. EASTER ALLELUIA CONCERT - 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 (ext 224) 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 Martha Pauls Member

Murray Wolfe Vice-Chair John Hillmer Member

Secretary

Derrick Bellows Treasurer Erwin Ziolkowski Honourary

Esther Wiens Member

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 Katepwa Lake Camp (Jimmy Schimmel) 525-2256

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: main_fbcregina@sasktel.net

www.firstbaptistregina.ca

OFFICE HOURS

Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Friday Closed