PRAYER AND CARE CONCERNS (Names in bold type indicate new prayer concerns.)

TO ADD NAMES TO THE PRAYER AND CARE LIST for 6 weeks, please call the church office or use the Prayer and Care page by printing your prayer request and placing it in the offering plate. If you know of someone who is in the hospital or need to inform the church of a death in your family, please call the church office. Thank you.

Others

Specialty Care

Annabell Aust - Regency Village Richard Brown - Regency Village Joe Burson - Brookdale Place Independent Living Corinne Fanning - Kindred Whitesburg Gardens Dieter Grau - Regency Village Mildred Lilienkamp - Harbor Chase Carol Newton - Magnolia Trace Malcom Reeves - Regency Village Ernestine Roberson - Brookdale Place Ray Rose - Kindred/Big Spring Manor Pat Skidmore - Willowbrook at Magnolia Phil Skidmore - Floyd E. “Tut” Fann State Veterans Home Jeanne Westrope - Kindred/Big Spring Manor

Members Richard Brown Rickey Currie Debbie Deutscher Corinne Fanning Karen Ferguson Elyse Freeman Irmie Hamner Will Halsey J R Howard Lorinne Lilly Laura Dale Priest Ray Rose

Big Cove Presbyterian Church - Partnership St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, Johannesburg, S. Africa - Partnership

CCLI # 1345744

Missions

Susan Bryant - friend of Mary Margaret Cofield Tommy Buntin - brother of Bunny Hovater Dr. Wayne H. Causey - father of Heath Causey Bud Connor - brother of Jack Connor Ann Crigler - wife of Shep Crigler, former pastor of FPC Joe Defley - cousin of John McBride Merrianne Donley, USAF - sister-in-law of Chris Anne Causey Aubrey and Thelma Gaskins - parents of Mack Gaskins Anne Orton Hacker - friend of Tish Hammer Laura Harrison - sister of Ann Laue Elizabeth Haynes - mother of Sheila Fogle J. B. Holder - grandfather of Kyle and Aaron Haulenbeek Lucy Lilly - mother of Sandy McKenzie Tom Lynch - friend of Andrew Bevel Delores Mahone - friend of Darlene Cooper Towanda McLelland - cousin of Betty Vaughn Tommy McMurtie - friend of Marge Sharp Shannon Midkiff - friend of Ginger Bryant Ladel Newsom - friend of Quentin Fitzpatrick Selina Niska - mother of Jervon Niska Tom O’Connor - friend of Jim and Janis Simpson Katie Perkins - First Friends parent Hollie Sanders - friend of Leigh Brown Samuel Watson - father of Michelle Dykes

Assemble in God’s Name

Prelude Les Barricade Misteri F. Couperin Justin Swearinger, piano

Tolling of the Bell

Choral Introit Shout with Joy! Mark Patterson Joy and Calvin Choirs

Welcome and Announcements

Call to Repent

God of compassion, in Jesus Christ you reveal the light of your glory, but we turn away, distracted by our own plans. We confess that we speak when we should listen, and act when we should wait.

Forgive our aimless enthusiasms. Grant us wisdom to live in your light and to follow in the way of your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

A Time of Meditation Cleanse Me (Psalm 139:23) Maori Melody

Assurance of Pardon

Processional Hymn 371 Lift High the Cross CRUCIFER

Prayer of Adoration

Psalter 106

Congregation: Lord of all, to the we raise this our hymn of grateful praise.

Cantor: Praise the Lord! O give thanks to the Lord who is good; whose steadfast love endures for ever!

Congregation: Lord of all, to the we raise this our hymn of grateful praise.

Cantor: Who can utter the mighty doings of the Lord, or show forth all God’s praise?

Congregation: Lord of all, to the we raise this our hymn of grateful praise.

Cantor: Save us, O Lord our God, and gather us from among the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name and glory in your praise.

Congregation: Amen.

Proclaim God’s Word

Old Testament Lesson Psalm 106:1-5 Reader, Craig Romer

Anthem If Ye Love Me, Keep My Commandments Thomas Tallis Chancel Choir

Time for Young Disciples Karen Madison

At this time all children will be invited to come to the chancel steps. Children ages KINDERGARTEN AND YOUNGER are dismissed to the nursery. FIRST GRADE AND UP should remain in the sanctuary with parents.

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New Testament Lesson Matthew 19:16-30

Sermon The Spiritual Disciples: Walking Closer with God Dr. Mark Mueller Part I: Generosity

Hymn Ancient Words ANCIENT WORDS (see insert)

Pastoral Prayer

Respond To God’s Word

Presentation of God’s Tithes and Our Offerings

Offertory

Doxology Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow John Hatton

Praise Him all creatures here below Praise Him above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Sing to the Lord with cheerful voice, Come ye before Him and rejoice, All people that on earth do dwell,

Serve Him with mirth, His praises tell. Amen

Offertory Prayer

The Sacrament of Holy Communion

Invitation to the Lord’s Table

Prayer of Thanksgiving and The Lord’s Prayer

Words of Institution

The Communion of the People - Intinction

Special Music Communion Hymn Mary Pickens Opie

Incline Thine Ear Ernest Charles

Patricia Hacker, soloist

Hymn The Trees of the Field THE TREES OF THE FIELD

(see insert)

Benediction

Postlude Hanover: Ye Servants of God Eric Thiman

AND NOW WE INVOKE OUR MISSION STATEMENT AS WE LEAVE: Having been drawn into Community and nurtured by God’s Word;

We are called into the world.

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This week’s calendar: SUNDAY, March 2 Communion 8:00 AM - Worship Service GBH 9:00 AM - Confirmation class GBH 9:00 AM - Sunday School 10:00 AM - Revive Service GBH 10:30 AM - Worship Service SAN 3:00 PM - Reunion Group FH 4:30 PM - Crusader Ringers BR 5:30 PM - PYC FH/GBH 6:00 PM - Christian Believers MBS-CH 6:00 PM - The History of Christianity MONDAY, March 3 10:00 AM - Monday Bible Study LIB TUESDAY, March 4 6:30 AM - Outback GBH 8:30 AM – Small Group YR 9:00 AM - First Friends 9:30 AM - Yoga/Centering Prayer CH 12:00 PM - The Vine Planning CH 4:00 PM - Revive practice JAH 5:00 PM - Disciple 1 5:30 PM - Session FH 6:00 PM - HMC Rehearsal 6:30 PM - Boy Scouts 633 7:00 PM - Young Adults off-campus WEDNESDAY, March 5 ASH WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - FPC Bible Study FH 7:00 AM - Ash Wednesday Service GBH 9:00 AM - First Friends 9:45 AM - Ladies Study LIB 11:30 AM - The Vine GBH 12:00 PM - Ash Wednesday Service GBH 1:30 PM - Prayer Shaw Ministry LIB 5:00 PM - LOGOS/Ash Wednesday 6:00 PM - Open Bible Study GBH 6:00 PM - Cursillo Small Group GHB 7:15 PM - Chancel Choir practice THURSDAY, March 6 9:00 AM - First Friends 9:00 AM - Into the World 23 9:30 AM - Yoga/Centering Prayer CH 11:15 AM - The Vine GBH 12:15 PM - Al-Anon Group CH 5:00 PM - RGBS LIB 5:30 PM - Revive practice JAH FRIDAY, March 7 WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 6:45 AM - Breakfast & Bible Study 7:00 AM - PW Prayer Gathering JAH 9:00 AM - First Friends SATURDAY, March 8 9:00 AM - Second Saturday FH SUNDAY, March 9 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS 8:00 AM - Worship Service GBH 9:00 AM - Confirmation class GBH 10:00 AM - Revive Service GBH 10:30 AM - Worship Service SAN 3:00 PM - Reunion Group FH 4:30 PM - Crusader Ringers BR 6:00 PM - Christian Believers MBS-CH 6:00 PM - The History of Christianity LIB 7:00 PM - PYC to Godspell

First Presbyterian Church Founded June 15, 1818

Transfiguration of the Lord

March 2, 2014

10:30 A.M. Worship

WELCOME VISITORS

We welcome you as a participant in worship today. We pray that you will find this service meaningful. Worship is but one of the many ministries of First Presbyterian Church.

PLEASE REMEMBER to turn off cell phones and pagers.

PLEASE SIGN IN: Both members and visitors are asked to “sign in” each Sunday on the friendship folders passed down the pews during the offering. This is our only record of your attendance.

LOOKING FOR A CHURCH HOME? Please speak with Dr. Mueller or an elder standing in front of the sanctuary following the 10:30 a.m. worship. A Stephen Minister, Pat Golley, will be available for prayer or to answer any questions you might have.

Ushers serving today: 8:00 a.m. - Willie Anderson, Clark Taylor; 10:30 a.m. - Patty Conley, Patrick Greene and Mora Johnson.

The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be observed at both worship services this morning.

The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in memory of Scott Connor by Linda, Woodward, Austin and Connor Howard.

The flowers in the narthex are given to the glory of God and in memory of Scott Connor by Jan, Jack, Bryce and Ashley Connor.

ALL YOUNG ADULTS - Join Margaret and Andrew every Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm for good food and fellowship! We meet off campus so contact either of them to be added to the email list and join the Facebook page for updates.

Presbyterian Women will have their third Gathering of the year Monday, March 3, 10:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This will be a Coffee hosted by Circle 3 and 4. A speaker from Children’s Advocacy Center will speak on “Child Abuse Prevention.” The Columbia Friendship Circle offering will also be received. Also mark your calendars for the Presbytery PW Gathering which will be held at our church on Tuesday, April 8. The key note speaker that day will be Anne Hallum reporting on The Alliance for International Reforestation, better known as “AIR.”

Share your Soles! We have a group from First Presbyterian heading to Haiti during Spring Break! First Friends is asking for GENTLY used kids shoes to share with our Haiti First Friends. We especially need sizes to fit children ages 6-12, but smaller ones are also appreciated. There will be a box in the fellowship hall to collect the shoes through March 16th. Thank you in advance for supporting our efforts in Haiti. This is one of the poorest countries in our world, and many suffering in poverty are the precious children.

FPC is looking for a college-age individual to

employ as a part-time summer youth intern. The

intern must have a love of God and youth, the

ability to organize and lead youth activities which

foster an atmosphere for spiritual growth, and

relate easily with young people. Under the

direction of the youth director, the intern will assist

with summer programming including Bible study,

fellowship events and VBS. Interested persons

should contact Barbara Bozeman of the

Personnel Committee at bbozeman@knology.net.

Presbyterian Youth Connection meets on Sunday evening from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. All youth are welcome and encouraged to come.

Breakfast and Bible Study is a Youth Bible Study led by Andrew Bevel Friday mornings at 6:45 a.m. in the library. All youth middle and high school age are encouraged to come. Registration is underway! Church members and the public are encouraged to get your child/children registered immediately if you have not already! Registration forms are available in the church office and on our church website, The LOGOS theme for March 5 is “Ash Wednesday” so come receive ashes. Thanks to Linda McAllister, David Owens and Malinda McCleary for preparing our children choirs for worship this morning.

Thanks to Justin Swearinger for playing the Prelude for worship this morning.

OUR VISION STATEMENT:

We seek to be a Church United in Christ, Scripturally Based, and

a Compassionate Community of Faith.

(The worship service is broadcast over WLOR AM 1550 or FM 98.1)

256-536-3354 ~Fax (256) 536-3038 E-Mail: fpc@fpchsv.org

Home page: www.fpchsv.org

First Presbyterian is a Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and a Stephen Ministry Congregation

FPC MINISTRY TEAM Andrew Bevel, Director of Youth Ministries abevel@fpchsv.org Ext. 131

Evelyn Bridges, Sexton

Dr. Frank Contreras, Organist

Rev. Margaret Davis, Associate Pastor mdavis@fpchsv.org Ext. 127

Ruth Erwin, Business Administrator rerwin@fpchsv.org Ext. 121

Quentin Fitzpatrick, Sexton

Melanie Fowler, Director of Preschool mfowler@fpchsv.org Ext. 128

Dr. Patricia Hacker, Director of Music phacker@fpchsv.org Ext. 126

Karen Madison, Director of Children’s Min. kmadison@fpchsv.org Ext. 129

Taffy Matheny, Church Accountant tmatheny@fpchsv.org Ext. 136

Laviter Miller, Nursery Coordinator

Dr. Mark Mueller, Pastor mmueller@fpchsv.org Ext. 122

Krystin Rowe, Secretary/Receptionist krowe@fpchsv.org Ext. 130

Cynde Tannehill, Pastor’s Secretary ctannehill@fpchsv.org Ext. 132

In case of emergency please contact Dr. Mueller at 256-4 25-3152 or the church office at 256-536-3354, ext.132.

Lectionary Reading March 9

Genesis 2:15-17; Psalm 32;

Roman 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11

revive Our contemporary service is every

Sunday at 10:00 a.m. at the Gideon Blackburn House. Join us!

Uganda Mission Report!

Friday, March 14

5:30 p.m.

Fellowship Hall

Bring Your Favorite Pot of Chili!

Is God calling you to visit and encourage our Presbyte-rian partners in a new place? We've been invited to send a small delegation to visit the Presbyterian Churches and Seminary in Cuba. The trip will

be from May 3-10 to establish a sister rela-tionship with the church in Guanabacoa, located in the suburbs of Havana, where new generations are hungry to hear the Word. They have an energetic, ordained pastor, and a long-standing, vital outreach ministry, led by an elder who is also a doctor, to walk be-side those living with AIDS. Our church re-cently provided funds to help purchase hous-ing adjacent to the church. Now we want to grow our relationships with this Cuban church! Cost of the trip to our participants will be approx. $1,000. The trip is open to men and women. As we will have to apply for visas, we will need to know soon who God is calling! Contact Pastor Mark or Pastor Mar-garet for more info.

The North Alabama Presbytery is looking for volunteers for front desk receptionist once a month (preferably Wednes-day’s) from 9:00 a.m.

until 12:30 p.m. Main duties will be to wel-come visitors, operate the phone system, and occasional tasks such as stapling, orga-nizing name tags for stated meetings, etc. This individual must exhibit friendliness, con-fidentiality, and dependability. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Cynde at the church office.

Ash Wednesday Services will be on Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. at the Gideon Black-burn House, and during LOGOS at 6:00 p.m. Please signup if you will be joining us for dinner!

Beginning March 16th, small envelopes will be available in the pew racks for your flower dedications. There will be a

small card inside the envelope that you will fill out and place back in the envelope with your $45.

Lenten Prayer Services will be held each Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. in the Gideon Blackburn House. Every weekday during Lent, the Gideon Blackburn House will be open for prayers be-tween the hours of 6:00 a.m.