Worship ServicesApril 24, 20168:30 and 11 a.m.

6:30 p.m.

Welcome

Flowers The sanctuary flowers are given today to the glory of God

and in honor of Chase Marshall Duggan.

To Our Guests,We especially welcome you today! More information about our church is available on our website at firstpresaugusta.org.

Spiritual CareIf you would like to speak to someone about what it means to know Jesus Christ or you have any spiritual need or question, please use one of the prayer cards in the pew rack to contact one of our pastors. Our church elders are also available to speak with you. An elder will be standing next to the pastor following the service.

Children’s Check-inWe are committed to the highest level of protection possible for the children placed in our care on Sundays and at all church events. For this reason, we require parents of newborns through fifth grade children to check in their children before they go to the nursery, Sunday School, Catechism, Children’s Church or any other children’s activity. Kiosks are available in the Welcome Center. The process is quick and easy, and volunteers are available to assist you.

Children’s WorshipWe offer a specially designed program for children in pre-k through fourth grade during the morning services. Leaders will escort children from the sanctuary to their classrooms before the hymn of preparation. Parents are welcome to accompany them to observe where to pick them up after the service. Parents of children in pre-k through second grade are asked to pick up their children following Sunday School or the 11 a.m. worship service.

Nursery Nurseries are provided for infants and toddlers during the worship services and Sunday School. We provide a Mother/Infant Room located beside Nursery 1, and the Geneva Room is designated as a Cry Room for parents with fussy children, equipped with live video feed of the worship services. Ushers are available to direct you.

Additional Seating Additional seating for morning and evening worship services is available each week in St. Andrew’s Hall.

As stewards of God’s resources, we try not to print an excess of bulletins.We invite you to bring this bulletin with you when you return for the evening service.

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The Morning Services

The Meditation—Be Still My Soul (with Bach’s Cello Suite) ................Sibelius, Bach

Theme: City of God

The Prelude—Aria ............................................................................ Charles Callahan(*Ushers may seat worshipers at this time) († Indicates the congregation standing)

†The Call to Worship ................................................................... from Psalm 68:32-35Sing to God, you kingdoms of the earth, sing praise to the Lord,

Praise him who rides across the highest heavens, the ancient heavens, who thunders with a mighty voice.

Proclaim the power of God, whose majesty is over Israel, whose power is in the heavens.

God is awesome in his sanctuary; he gives power and strength to his people.

The Lord be with you.And with your spirit.Let us worship God!

Be still my soul! The Lord is on thy side;Bear patiently the cross of grief or pain;Leave to thy God to order and provide;In every change he faithful will remain.Be still, my soul! Thy best, thy heavenly, FriendThro’ thorny ways leads to a joyful end.

Be still, my soul! The hour is hastening on When we shall be forever with the Lord, When disappointment, grief, and fear are gone, Sorrow forgot, love’s purest joys restored. Be still, my soul! When change and tears are past, All safe and blessed we shall meet at last.

Mike Murphy, classical guitar

Words: Katharina von Schlegel, 1752 | Translation: Jane Borthwick, 1855 | Music: Jean Sibelius, 1899

*Welcome and Announcements ......................................................... Rev. John Franks

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*†The Hymn of Praise—Jesus Lives and So Shall I ................. Jesus, Meine Zuversicht(Verses 1, 2, 4, 5)

†The Invocation (Please lift hands)

Christian F. Gellert, 1757 | Translation: J.D. Lang, 1826 | Johann Cruger, 1653

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The Sacrament of Baptism (11 a.m.) .............................................. Cole Anderson Dugganson of Marsha and Michael Duggan

Charlotte Grace Hamiltondaugther of Anna Grace and Brent Hamilton

Jackson Matthew Kilpatrickson of Summer and Ben Kilpatrick

The Sacrament of Baptism (8:30 a.m.) ........................................................ Sarah June Jonesdaughter of Megan and Barrett Jones

Teresa Josephine Gasawaydaughter of Rachel and James Gasaway

Elizabeth Anna Gasawaydaughter of Rachel and James Gasaway

The ResponseThe grass withers and the flowers fall,But the Word of our God stands forever.

The Psalter Lesson ...................................................................................................Psalm 46page 885 in the pew Bible

†The Confession of Faith ...........................................Westminster Shorter Catechism

Q. 26. How does Christ fill the office of a king? Christ fills the office of a king in making us his willing subjects, in ruling and defending us, and in restraining and conquering all his and our enemies.

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The Assurance of Pardoning Grace .............................................. Colossians 1:21-23Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. But now he has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation if you continue in your faith, established and firm, not moved from the hope held out in the gospel. This is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven.

Behold, the Lord’s hand is not so short, that it cannot save,or his ear dull, that it cannot hear; but our iniquities have separated us from God and our sins have hidden his face from us so that he does not hear. Our mouths are filled with anger, our lips are quick to speak lies, our eyes are filled with illicit and unnecessary desires. Our feet are swift to run to evil and our thoughts are the thoughts of iniquity. We have lost our way and are far from the way of peace. The roads we travel are crooked and desperate. We hope for light, but behold darkness. Lord, only you can intercede and bring health to us. Only your strong arm can bring us salvation. May the Redeemer of Zion save us. Amen. from Isaiah 59

The Corporate Confession of Sin

The Personal Confession of Sin (Please kneel if able to do so)

The Response—Doxology ....................................................................... Old Hundredth

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Words: Judson DeVenter, 1855-1939 | Music: Winfield Wesden, 1847-1908

†The Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s PrayerOur 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.

The Offertory—I Surrender All....................................................................... Wesden

**The Offering (Please take a moment to sign the attendance register.)

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*‡The PeaceThe peace of the Lord be with you always.

And also with you.

Mike Murphy, classical guitar

All to Jesus I surrender, all to him I freely give. I will ever love and trust him, in his presence daily live. I surrender all, I surrender all. All to thee, my blessed Savior, I surrender all.

All to Jesus I surrender, humbly at his feet I bow. Worldly pleasures all forsaken, take me, Jesus, take me now.I surrender all, I surrender all. All to thee, my blessed Savior, I surrender all.

‡ Children in pre-k through fourth grade exit for Catechism classes at this time.**Online giving is available at firstpresaugusta.org.

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1.2.3.

*†The Hymn of Preparation—Arise My Soul, Arise ............................................. Twit(All Verses)

Words: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 | Music: Kevin Twit | ©1996 Kevin Twit Music

Who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age. Galatians 1:4

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Sermons are available on the church website at firstpresaugusta.org/resources/sermons.

Sermon—Selfish Love ...............................................................Dr. George Robertson

The New Testament Lesson ...........................................................Revelation 18:1-24

The Response This is the Word of God,Thanks be to you, O God.

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

1. Money (23, 11-19, 21)

2. Sorcery (23, 2, 6-10, 22)

3. Persecution (24, 20)

page 1932 in the pew Bible

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Dr. John L. Wilson, Director of Music and ArtsThe Postlude—Toccata (Depicting the triumph of the Lamb over the beast) .....Max Reger

†The Benediction (Please lift hands) (Please be seated following the benediction)

(All Verses) †The Hymn of Response—Lo! He Comes, with Clouds Descending .........Holywood

Charles Wesley, 1758 | John Cennick, 1752 | Martin Madan, 1760 | John Francis Wade’s Cantus Diversi, 1751

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†Call to Worship and Invocation ..............................................................Rev. John Barrett

The Shorter Catechism, Question 90:

Q. How is the Word to be read and heard in order to become effective for salvation?

A. For the Word to become effective for salvation, we must pay careful attention to it, prepare ourselves, and pray for understanding. We must also receive it with faith and love, treasure it in our hearts, and practice it in our lives.

Theme: Generosity

The Evening Service

The Jazz Prelude—Salvation’s Tide

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Mike Murphy, Worship Leader†Song—Now Thank We All Our God

Words: Martin Rinkart, 1636 | Translation: Catherine Winkworth, 1858 | Music: Nun Danket, Johann Cruger, 1647

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†Song—Salvation’s Tide

Words and Music: Brett Younker, Jason Ingram, Kristian Stanfill, Matt Maher | ©2016 sixsteps Music

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Patrick Daughtery, pastoral intern

†Song—Rising Sun

Words and Music: Leslie Jordan, David Leonard, Kyle Lee and Paul Mabury | ©2012 Integrity’s Alleluia! Music

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Evening Prayers

Rev. Alvin Franklin, solo

Offering

Offertory—Mighty Spirit ...................................................................................Harris

Words and Music: Larnelle Harris | © 1989 Benson

There is a mighty spirit shining out across the skyHe’s calling out the weary; “To green pastures come and lie”There is a mighty spirit crossing barren landHe’s sowing love unceasing, fresh fruit spring from the sand. Harvest time is coming; the reaper’s in his handGo, tell everybody that love is his command!

There is a mighty spirit shining out across the skyHe’s calling out the weary; “To green pastures come and lie”There is a mighty spirit crossing barren landHe’s sowing love unceasing, fresh fruit spring from the sand.

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Words and Music: Gary Oliver | ©1991 CMI-HP Publishing | Chorus: Andrae Crouch | ©1971 Bud John Songs, Inc.

†Song—Holy, Holy, Holy (w/My Tribute)

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d. United Hearts

a. The Intended Use of Money

b. The Intended Purpose of More

a. Conspicious Blessings

b. Multiplied Worshipers

c. The Assurance the Generous Have

c. Grace of Obedience

a. The Blessings the Generous Receive

b. The Attitude the Generous Display

Sermon—Graced to Give II ......................................................Dr. George Robertson

2. Blesses the Generous Neighbors (9-11)

3. Blesses Himself (12-14)

2 Corinthians 9:6-15

1. Blesses the Generous (6-11)

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†The Benediction (Please lift hands)

CCLI License Number 425646

†Song—Blessed Assurance (Let the Church Say Amen)

Lyrics: Fanny J. Crosby, 1873 | Music: Phoebe P. Knapp, 1873 | Chorus Words and Music: Andrae Crouch | ©2012 New Spring | Vaughn Street Music

Chris WhiteDirector of Ministry Operationscwhite@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8837

Drew EptingRegional Director of Campus Outreachdrew.epting@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8847

Rick KeuroglianDirector of Evangelism & Community DevelopmentDirector of City Hope Alliancerkeuroglian@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8843

Clark NewtonDirector of Medical Campus Outreachclark@mcoaugusta.org, ext. 8841

Vonnie EidsonDirector of Communicationveidson@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8822

Jessica TatroDirector of Children’s Ministryjtatro@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8832

Louise ColemanDirector of Nursery Ministrylcoleman@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

John L. WilsonDirector of Music and Artsjwilson@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8827

Mike MurphyAssistant Director of Music and Artsmmurphy@firstpresaugusta.org

Stephen PittmanDirector of Hope for Augustastephen@hopeforaugusta.org, 678.234.9803

Pastoral Staff

Ministry Directors

Bonnie Bowles, Bookkeeperbbowles@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8840

Julie Brasheer, Hope for AugustaDevelopment Coordinatorjulie@hopeforaugusta.org, 803.480.1479

Kelly Carelson, CO Resource Staffkelly.carelson@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8844

Beth Carson, Main Office/Discipleship Assistantbcarson@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8827

Michael Denney, City Hope AllianceYouth Development Coordinatormichael@cityhopealliance.org

Francesca Fontanez, Youth Internffontanez@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Jonathan Harper Pastoral Intern and Missions AssociateJharper@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8860

Lesley Hamm, Discipleship Coordinatorlhamm@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8831

Rachel Hyatt, Communication Associate rhyatt@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8833

Elaine Janik, Children’s Admin Assistantejanik@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8832

David Jones, MCO Resource Directordavid@mcoaugusta.org, ext. 8841

Sandy Lanclos, Event Coordinator and Assistant to Director of Operationsslanclos@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8820

Chandler Machemehl, Youth Interncmachemehl@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

J.T. Martin, CO Accountingjtmartin@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8848

Kaitlyn McNair, MCO Women’s Directorkaitlyn@mcoaugusta.org, ext. 8841

Luke Niday, Director of Outreach Operations and CO Global Resource Coordinatorluke.niday@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8845

Alissa Preston, Family Nurture and Youthapreston@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Jess Romer, Ministry Assistantjromer@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8855

Mallory Sides, Canterbury Choir Directormsides@firstpresaugusta.org

Brandon Terry Pastoral Intern and IT Directorbterry@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8838

Clifton Tippins, Assistant Youth Director ctippins@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Gregory Trent, Maintenance Coordinatorgtrent@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8835

Pam TurleyFinance and Accounting Managerpturley@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8821

Candyn Turman, Hope for AugustaAssociate Directorcandyn@hopforaugusta.org404.630.0523

Meghann Robinson, Hope for AugustaArt Program Coordinatormeghann@hopeforaugusta.org

Ministry Staff

George RobertsonSenior Pastorofficeofsrpastor@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8855

John FranksAssociate Pastor, Family Nurture and Worshipjfranks@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Mike HearonAssociate Pastor, Outreach and Missionsmhearon@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8860

John BarrettAssociate Pastor, Discipleshipjbarrett@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8852

Mike PhillipsAssistant Pastormphillips@firstpresaugusta.org

Jim KnightPastoral Associate, Pastoral Carejknight@firstpresaugusta.org

Robert Vasholz Pastoral Certificationbvasholz@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8859

Caleb ClickAssistant Pastor, Youth Ministrycclick@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

CLass CLass DesCription LoCation

College In college or of college age Murphy HallMCO Health care students Murphy HallYoung Professionals For those in their 20s and 30s, single or married Baker House Young Married Young married couples Eve RoomStudent Families Parents of elementary – high school students Letchford HallCornerstone Parents of college students and older St. Andrew’s HallCovenanters “Empty-Nesters” Geneva RoomTrinity Those with grandchildren and older Adult Classroom

Adult Sunday School Classes A guide to navigating our campus is available in the Welcome Center, and ushers are available to help direct newcomers and guests.

GreetersThese elders are greeting you during the month of April:

8:30 a.m. Cliff Eckles, Mike Merwin, Phin Hitchcock, Ken Lanclos, Mike Merwin11 a.m. Gerald Killian, Chip Fisher, Billy English, Dale Martin, Byron Morris

6:30 p.m. Cliff Eckles, Mike Harris, Billy English, Ken Lanclos, Mike Merwin

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