areas of your life where you are not living by faith; things you do in an attempt .... arr. daniel sharp. *Processional
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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ORLANDO 1 06 E AST CH URC H STREET, ORLAN DO, FL 32 8 01 407.423.3441 | FPC O.ORG | EST. 18 7 6
FEBRUARY 7, 2016
CONGREGATIONAL CARE As a caring body of believers, please remember in your prayers those recently hospitalized or recuperating at home: Suzanne Tagman. Our sympathy to Jane Munns on the death of her husband, Randy Munns, January 27. Jean Spears on the death of her husband, Shelby Clark Spears, January 29. Mr. Spears was the father of Glen (Lisa) Spears. To be added to our prayer list call the Pastoral Care office at x1455, or submit an online prayer request at fpco.org/prayerrequest.
ABOUT COMMUNION We believe in an “open table.” We invite every believer who has publicly professed faith in Jesus to join us in this celebration. We believe by the power of the Holy Spirit, that the bread and the cup become for us the living presence of the broken body and shed blood of Jesus. We do not believe it becomes actual flesh and blood, but the spiritually living presence of God through the Holy Spirit. Presbyterian churches do not have altars like other churches may. We have a table, symbolic of the Great Feast of Thanksgiving we will one day enjoy with Jesus and the heavenly host, as illustrated in Matthew 26:29 & Luke 22:16–18. We view the cross of Christ as the final and sufficient altar, on which the ultimate sacrifice was made. Suggestions for Celebrating Communion. Before serving the bread and wine (non-alcoholic grape juice), the pastor will lead the congregation in a time of prayer. During this time, confess your sins to God; ways you have violated His commandments; areas of your life where you are not living by faith; things you do in an attempt to earn His favor. While the bread is being served, meditate on what the death of Jesus means for you; how the sins you confessed were laid upon Him and paid for with His body. Rejoice that you do not suffer God’s judgment because Christ suffered this judgment on your behalf. While the cup is being served, let it wash away your guilt, much the way we are washed spiritually by the blood of the Lamb (Jesus). One day, you will feast with God and all that your heart desires will be fully satisfied. Take this time to confess specific things that capture your heart more than God (approval of others, success, your family, etc.). Rest in His presence.
welcome Thank you for coming to First Presbyterian Church of Orlando this morning! We’re so glad you’re here. If you would like to learn more about this church family, one of our members will be at the front of the room at the conclusion of worship to answer your questions. Or, check in at fpco.org/guest.
COMING UP TODAY, First Connections. The best place to learn more about First Pres. Six weeks of fun. fpco.org/first TODAY, Souper Sunday. Bring canned goods to church for the Christian Service Center. February 10, Ash Wednesday Worship. 6:30pm in the Sanctuary, with the imposition of ashes. February 10, Lent Devotions begin. Written by Dr. Dan Sharp. Online or delivered to your email daily. Sign up now at fpco.org/lent. February 11, Divorce Care. 15 weeks of healing from divorce or separation, for adults and children. Call Maddy Vilar at 407.423.3441 x1159. February 14, Second Sunday Social, after church. Enjoy free coffee and welcome new members. February 14, The Marriage Retreat, led by David & Leigh Swanson. Call Lori Tipping, x1453, for availability. February 19, Pause Prayer, from 11am–1pm in the Chapel. Take some time to rest in God. February 21, First Step, a 30-minute overview of life at First Pres, for guests and visitors, after 11am worship. February 28, Debt Payoff After Party, we’ll be celebrating during the worship services. Plus, cake!
GENEROSITY Stewardship Report as of January 31, 2016. Tithes & Offerings Budgeted Received Surplus/(Deficit)
This Week Fiscal YTD $97,898 $3,757,672 $78,663 $4,247,145 ($19,235) $489,473
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genesis
W O R S H I P
Welcome To Hear God’s Word Prayer for Illumination Dr. David Swanson *Scripture Reading Mark 5:1-13, 16-20 At the conclusion of our Scripture reading, the leader
will say, “This is the word of the Lord.” The congregation is invited to respond, “Thanks be to God.”
Message
This Present Darkness
Communion Invitation to the Table Prayer of Consecration Words of Institution Serving of the Bread Serving of the Cup Assisting in Worship: Rev. Becky Davis and Wil Brown. (Give securely on your smartphone at fpco.org/mobile)
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NOTES
traditional W O R S H I P
In the coming week we’ll observe Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent, the six week period leading up to Easter. This 45-minute, family-friendly worship service (do bring your children) is a hands-on, practical facing of our earthly mortality in light of the victory of Christ on the cross. The service includes the (voluntary) imposition of ashes, the opportunity to make an ashen cross on a piece of sackcloth, and a brief meditation. The roots of this forty day period were first associated with the forty day fast of Jesus in the wilderness at the outset of his earthly ministry. It is a time of reflecting on “journeying with Jesus” as he prepares for his ultimate sacrifice in which he bears the sins of the world on Calvary. In these days we are reminded of our own earthly pilgrimage in the midst of trials and temptations. Praying, fasting, and giving to the poor are three central themes during these weeks. Denying oneself of some habit or pleasure is often associated with this season. Instead of giving something up, perhaps with the Lord’s guidance, we could each take on something which would enhance our walk with the Lord. New Lenten devotions (online) will be available again this year. You may sign up to receive daily Lenten devotions in your email each day at fpco.org/lent. - Dr. Dan Sharp (Please silence all phones and electronic devices.)
GATHERING Prelude
Fugue in D minor “Dorian” j.s. bach
Welcome Call to Worship (11:00)
Alleluia, Sing to the Father
*Processional Hymn of Praise
arr. daniel sharp
God We Praise You hymn no. 3
*Ascription of Praise Organ Praise (11:00) Pastoral Report *Passing of the Peace Call to Prayer (11:00)
*Confession of Faith (11:00)
We Exalt Thee pete sanchez
The Apostles’ Creed 4th century
Pastoral Prayer The Sacrament of Baptism (8:30) S James DeLauder “JD” Williams, born January 10, 2015, son of Allison Butt Williams and Charles Williams. Charge to Congregation Song of Commitment Take His Life and Let It Be
hymn no. 466
THANKSGIVING Thanksgiving Through Tithes and Offerings *Doxology hymn no. 34 *Prayer of Commitment
Old Hundredth
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Anthem of Trust
I Am Not Afraid lloyd larson Chancel Choir
PROCLAMATION OF GOD’S WORD To Hear God’s Word Prayer for Illumination *Scripture Reading
Dr. David Swanson Mark 5:1-13, 16-20
pew bible p. 710 At the conclusion of our Scripture reading, the leader will say, “This is the word of the Lord.” The congregation is invited to respond, “Thanks be to God.”
Message
This Present Darkness
Communion Invitation to the Table Prayer of Consecration Words of Institution Serving of the Bread Serving of the Cup
RESPONSE *Hymn of Victory
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God hymn no. 507
*Invitation and Charge *Benediction *Choral Response Postlude
Amen on St. Anne eugene butler
Toccata (from Symphony No. 5) c.m. widor
* All who are able are invited to stand.
Assisting in Worship: Dr. Case Thorp, Dr. Daniel Sharp, and organist Josiah Armes. Visual Arts: The pedestal arrangements are given to the glory of God in honor of Linda McCree’s birthday, by her loving family.
