FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

A Place To Belong

Sunday, April 19th, 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 and everlasting God, in the Easter mystery, You established the new covenant of reconciliation: may all who have

been born again into the fellowship of Christ’s Body show in their

lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our

Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.”

Ushers: Greeters:

William Crook (Head Usher) Sanctuary: THIS COULD BE YOU! Bill & Alice Pompu Balcony: William & Janet Romanuk Eileen Hutton Elevator: Dena Clifford

Deacon on Duty: AV Ministry: Esther Wiens Marvin Fuller

Service of Worship Sunday, April 19th, 2015 Third Sunday of Easter

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 “Concerto in E Minor 2nd Movement” (Mendelssohn)

Charlee Wielgoz/Bev Dyck

Morning Chimes Mark Anderson

*The Introit “Christ is Risen” Congregation (Tune: Hyfrydol – “Alleluia! Sing to Jesus!, #233)

Christ is risen! Raise your spirits from the caverns of despair. Walk with gladness in the morning, see what love can do and dare.

Drink the wine of resurrection, not a servant, but a friend; Jesus is our companion. Joy and peace shall never end.

Welcome Mark McKim

Reflective Moment

THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD

Call to Worship John Nelson

*Hymn of Praise“Worship Christ the Risen King” (vs. 1 & 2) #225

Children’s Moment Joel Russell-MacLean

Hymn of Praise“Worship Christ the Risen King” (vs. 3 & 5) #225

God at Work in My Life Cheryl Johnston

Gift of Music Christa Walsh

CONFESSION OF SIN

Call to Confession John Nelson Prayer of Confession Assurance of Pardon

Gift of Music Sanctuary Choir

THE WORD OF GOD READ

Scripture Readers: A Reading From the Book of Acts: Acts 3:1-10 (N.T. pg. 120) Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 4

Leader: Answer me when I call, O God of my right!

Congregation: You gave me room when I was in

distress.

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Choir: Be gracious to me, and hear my prayer.

Leader: How long, you people, shall my honour suffer shame?

Congregation: How long will you love vain words, and

seek after lies?

Leader: But know that the Lord has set apart the

faithful for Himself;

Choir: The Lord hears when I call to Him.

Leader: When you are disturbed, do not sin;

ponder it on your beds, and be silent.

Congregation: Offer right sacrifices, and put your trust

in the Lord.

Leader: There are many who say, “O that we might

see some good!

Choir: Let the light of the Your face shine on us, O Lord!”

Leader: You have put gladness in my heart,

Congregation: More than when their grain and wine

abound.

ALL: I will both lie down and sleep in peace;

for You alone, O Lord, make me lie down in safety.

*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 Lesson: I Peter 1:17-25 (N.T. pg. 232) The Gospel Lesson: Luke 24:36b-48 (N.T. pg. 91)

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

THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED

*Hymn of Approach “’Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus” #350

Sermon “What Do I Have?” Joel Russell-MacLean

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RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD

Hymn of Response “Hear the Call of the Kingdom”Congregation

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Congregational Life and Ministry Mark McKim 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 “Bach Piece” Charlee Wielgoz/Bev Dyck

*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 Joel Russell-MacLean

*Choral Benediction “Because He Lives” (chorus only) Congregation Because He lives, we can face tomorrow;

Because He lives, all fear is gone;

Because we know He holds the future, And life is worth the living just because He lives.

Music For Departing “Concerto in E Minor–2rd Mvmnt” (Mendelssohn) Charlee Wielgoz/Bev Dyck

April 12, 2015 Worship Attendance

Morning Worship Service 164

“A TIME FOR FRIENDS” Please join us in the lower hall for coffee, tea, juice, cookies and fellowship. April 19: Barb Ziolkowski, Tom Chen & Julie Rich

Preparing For Next Sunday: Scripture Lessons April 26th

Reading From the Book of Acts Acts 4:5-12 Responsorial Psalm 23 The Gospel Lesson John 10:11-18

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SPRING CAMPAIGN 2015: Build the Building Fund! The annual Spring Financial Campaign this year seeks to replenish our church’s building fund, which is used for major renovations and repairs. The Trustees (i.e. Deacons and Treasurer together) have decided the first call on the fund will be for a much needed upgrade to our sanctuary sound system.(A study of our current system and needs was conducted by a Media Review Committee, chaired by Kevin Rich, working with B Sharp Music). The overall goal is $30,000.00, and the campaign will run from April 12 to June 15. If you wish to contribute, please make a cheque out to First Baptist Church, with a note “Building Fund” in the memo line!

$30,000 $25,000 $20,000 $15,000 $10,000 $5000 $1000

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ACHIEVERS’ LUNCHEON THURSDAY, April 23

rd 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: Salmon, Rice & Peas, Mixed Vegetables, Garden Salad, Fresh Fruit, Assorted Cakes and Beverage. *catered by Elizabeth Morgan* Speaker: Don Toth Topic: “My Life and Entry Into Politics” Don Toth was born in Kipling and raised on the family farm near Langbank. Don studied agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan and then entered

the Full Gospel Bible Institute in Eston Saskatchewan.

Don Toth has a political career which has spanned more than 2 decades. He has been elected to represent the Moosomin Constituency in 1986,

1991, 1995, 1999, 2007 and 2011. He was named Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan from 2007-2011 and is currently the Chair of the Standing Committee on Economy. In Legislature Don has held

a number of positions too numerous to list here.

Aside from his political duties, Don keeps himself busy with singing, golfing with his son and spending time with family and friends, especially his

grandchildren. He and his wife Lois continue to run the family’s mixed farm in Langbank. They have 3 children and 5 grandchildren.

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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Our Christian prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with William (Billy) Jensen whose mother, Lorenetta Jensen passed

away on April 12th at the age of 64. A private committal will take place in

Moosomin at a later date.

MUSIC MINISTRIES

My “Favourites” of 2014-2015

Have you enjoyed a particular GIFT OF MUSIC sung/played during

2014-2015? Please place a check mark beside the music anthem(s) or

person(s) you would like to hear once again during May, June, and/or

September.

Place this tear off in the offering plate!

All the Earth Sing Forth arr. Hal Hopson

+An Advent Prayer Allen Pote

+Angels We Have Heard On High arr. David Lantz

As a Little Child Joseph Martin

*At the Table of the Lord David Angerman/Joseph Martin

Beautiful Savior David Allen

+Can This Be God’s Son? Lloyd Larson

Consider the Lilies Natalie Sleeth

Creation Will Be At Peace Anna Laura Page

Delight Yourself in the Lord Michael Barrett

*Finished Joe Parks (women’s chorus)

*Hallelujah Chorus G. F. Handel

*He Lifted Me Joseph Martin

He Never Said a Mumbalin’ Word arr. Lloyd Larson

Holy Spirit, Speak to Me Douglas Nolan

*Humble Cross Joel Raney

I Saw the Light arr. Mosie Lister (men’s chorus)

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+Jesus, Oh, What a Wonderful Child arr. Lloyd Larson

*Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley arr. Larry Shackley

*Lamb of God arr. Lloyd Larson

+Lightshine Joseph Martin

*Lord Is It I? Joseph Martin

*O Sacred Head Now Wounded arr. Patti Drennan

+Once In Royal David’s City arr. Howard Helvey

+One Small Child arr. Lloyd Larson

+One Small Lamb Michael Barrett

Pray For the People Pepper Choplin

Prayer for Guidance Allen Pote

+Prepare and Celebrate Joseph Martin

*Shadow of the Cross Michael Barrett

+Still, Still, Still Kirby Shaw

*Sunrise, Resurrection Joseph Martin

+Sussex Carol Philip Young

The Prayer David Foster & Carole Sager (duet)

+Time For Advent Stewart Harris

Walk in the Light Joseph Martin

Walk Worthy Joseph Martin

*When You Prayed Beneath the Trees Lloyd Larson

Music by Exaltation, JuBELLation, piano solos by Lorna Gorman, Becky

Nelson & Christa Walsh Organ, solos by Mark Anderson Vocal

solos/duets: Zane Clifford, Andrew Jackson, Karen Martin, John Nelson,

Jack Sailor, Charlee Wielgoz, Rob & David Nelson, Dawn Henry &

Christa Walsh

If you have any additional requests, please use the space below to

write your requests. Thank you for your support of the music

ministry of First Baptist Church.

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Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship’s mission is to see students, in all their

ethnic diversity, transformed into fully committed followers of Jesus Christ.

The IVCF group at the University of Regina has grown substantially the past

three years; it’s been a joy and privilege to be a part of this ministry. Join us

Tuesday, April 21st at 7:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, for an evening of

dessert and stories of what God is doing through the IVCF ministry at the U

of R and how you can pray for and support us.

For more details please contact:

Fran Purvis – IVCF Staff

Email: frances.evelyn@hotmail.com

Phone: 306-209-5298

Voice will meet at 7:15 on Wednesday, April 22nd at Martha’s to continue our discussion of Richard Foster’s book “Streams of Living Water: Essential Practices from the Six Great Traditions of Christian Faith.” Please speak to Laureen if you need any information or wish to be included on the e-mail notification list.

Voice NOVEL Study – Our next novel will be “Arriving” by Corinne Jeffrey. Corinne 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 Gustav as he learns English and discovers that his parents have arranged his marriage to sixteen-year-old Amelia Schweitzer. The novel study will be potluck brunch on Saturday, May 2nd. All women who love to read are welcome. Please let Laureen or Martha know if you are planning to attend so we know how many to plan for 306-757-8403.

OPERATING BUDGET REPORT 2015: Year to Date

March

Budget Amount needed for Operating: $112,500

Amount Received for Operating: $88,883 Operating Expenses $111,202

**Operating Line of Credit (owing): $25,000

**This number is the amount we currently owe on our operating line of credit. A line of credit is a loan whereby a bank agrees to give a borrower access to a

set amount of money that can be tapped as and if needed. First Baptist Church has an operating line of credit to a maximum of $40,000.

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1. MEET YOUR MUSICIAN PRESENTS…FESTIVAL OF PRAISE II Sunday, May 31, 7:00 p.m.. Featuring guest musicians Roberta Nichol (vocalist), The Levesque Sisters (vocal trio), Charlee Wielgoz (violin). Also participating, Mark Anderson (organ), Karen Martin (vocal), John Nelson (vocal), JuBELLation Ringers (bells), Jack Sailor (vocal), The Sanctuary Choir, Christa Walsh (piano/vocal), PLUS MORE. Mark Your Calendars! Invite your friends and family!! For more information contact Pastor John.

2. ARE YOU INTERESTED?

A seniors’ couple is downsizing and have a Thomas Transistor Electronic Organ from ‘Heathkit’ available. This apartment organ has an octave pedal board and is in excellent condition. For more information please contact Pastor John.

3. FAVOURITE MUSIC MINISTRIES OF 2014-2015 In the coming weeks the Sanctuary Choir will be repeating some of your favourite anthems of this past church year. If you have other music ministries that you would like to have repeated, please use the FAVOURITE MUSIC MINISTRIES page enclosed.

4. BELLFEST 2015 On May 22, 23 “BELLFEST 2015” will be held in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia at St. John’s Anglican Church. Over 90 ringers will be in attendance for this annual event. Pastor John has been invited for a third time to be the guest conductor for this exciting event. Two ringers from our own JuBELLation will also be ringing in this event.

KLC ALL HANDS ON DECK On April 25

th and May 2

nd starting at 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (lunch is provided) we

will be working to get KLC prepped for the 2015 camp year. Invite friends to come along and help out. Email: director@katepwalakecamp.ca for more information. The Annual General Meeting for Katepwa Lake Camp will be held next Sunday, April 19

th at 3:00 p.m. at Westhill Park Baptist Church in the

fellowship hall. Jimmy Schimmel our Executive Director will be sharing his plans for the summer and dreams for the future of the camp. Please join us for coffee and share in the building excitement of the camp in 2015.

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CANADIAN BAPTIST MINISTRY NEWS

KENYA: CBM’s Africa Team Leaders, Aaron and Erica Kenny, ask

that we join them in praying for the community of Garissa. “The

Easter week massacre of students at Garissa University College

has led to wide spread fear and anger. Pray for God’s comfort and

healing for the families of the victims, including 11 families from

our partner churches who lost children. Pray for the 30 local

churches of Garissa, including their pastors, as they seek to

comfort the mourning and build peace and understanding with

their neighbours. May God sustain their witness through these

difficult times.” Despite the ongoing challenge of high insecurity in

this area, God is at work bringing about hope and transformation.

Pray for the good work that continues such as the food security

programme, mobile medical clinic, and other ministry serving

Muslim majority communities.

LEBANON: We celebrate a special commissioning to be held this

weekend by the South Central Association (Guelph, Ontario) for

Emad and Almess Botros, CBM’s newest field staff. Please pray for

more committed Partners in Mission and the necessary funds to

be raised. They hope to leave this summer to begin ministry in

Lebanon.

NIGERIA: April 14 is a sad anniversary. It marks one year since

over 200 school girls were abducted in the north of Nigeria. We

continue to pray for God’s intervention to bring these girls home.

Pray also for God’s comfort and encouragement for the families,

and for the abducted girls.

CANADA: Pray for the many missing Aboriginal and Metis women

and their families who do not know what has happened to them.

TNT this week is an “order-in” Vietnamese dinner. Cost is $10.00 per person. If you wish to attend you MUST call Hilary Ryan by NO LATER than Monday, April 20th!

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Katepwa Kamp Work Days Saturday April 25 & May 02/15

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Join the FBC Men's Group on April 25 in helping to prepare the camp for our kids

Work includes brush clearing, painting, general maintenance and cleaning.

Meet at the church at 8:00am, April 25

Bring hand tools, gloves, & lots of energy

Lunch will be provided at the camp If you are able to take your car out, or if you need a ride,

call Len Pauls at (306) 586-7015

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MONDAY 7:30 P.M. VIVACE REHEARSAL – LOWER HALL

TUESDAY 10:00 A.M. STAFF MEETING – BOARD ROOM 5:00 P.M. TNT ORDER-IN RSVP HILARY – LOWER HALL 6:00 P.M. ADULT DISCUSSION GROUP – LIBRARY 7:00 P.M. IVCF MEETING. – BOARD. ROOM 7:00 P.M. EXECUTIVE MEETING – MARK’S OFFICE

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

THURSDAY 12:00 P.M. ACHIVER’S LUNCHEON – LOWER HALL 5:00 P.M. YOUTH FOR CHRIST MEETING – BOARD ROOM 7:00 P.M. SANCTUARY CHOIR PRACTICE - SANCTUARY

SUNDAY 9:30 A.M. LEARNING FOR LIFE – LIBRARY 11:00 A.M. MORNING SERVICE – SANCTUARY 2:00 P.M. FKBC WORSHIP SERVICE - 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 Vi Maeers Member

James Clifford Vice-Chair Eleanor Russell Member

Rosemary Ward Secretary Jennifer Bisson Member

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 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