FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

A Place To Belong

Sunday, August 18th, 2013

10:00 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.

If you are visitor or newcomer, here is some helpful, basic information:

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, pagers 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!

You are about to meet with the Almighty God, Creator of all things! We strongly encourage you to prepare for this meeting. Take a few moments to be silent. Read and reflect on the Scripture lessons listed in the service bulletin. Pray for God’s blessing, presence and guidance and for right understanding of God’s Word to us – the Bible. Perhaps this prayer may help you begin your preparation today: God, You made known to your servant Mary the good news of the world’s redemption in the coming of Jesus the messiah, her first born child. Make our hearts leap with joy, and fill our mouths with songs of praise, that we may worship you enthusiastically today, and welcome the Christ in our midst. Amen.

Ushers: Greeters: William Crook (Head Usher) Sanctuary: Pearl Bretz

Bill & Alice Pompu Balcony: B. Beckman-Long & T. Long

Eileen Hutton Elevator: Pat & Oscar Rivera AV Ministry: K. Rich/G. Butoy/M. Field

Service of Worship Sunday, August 18th, 2013

Feast Day of the Virgin Mary, Observed 10:00 a.m.

*Indicates congregation is invited to stand as able*

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THE GATHERING OF GOD’S PEOPLE

Music for Gathering Becky Nelson *The Introit “Christian People Sing Together” Congregation (Tune: Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee)

Christian people, sing together, all united in one voice.

Though we come from many cultures, yet in Christ we all rejoice.

In our daily lives we’re scattered, searching God in various ways. Now in worship we’re united, giving Him our thanks and praise.

Welcome Mark McKim Reflective Moment

THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD

Call to Worship Mark McKim

Prayer of Invocation or the Collect

*Hymn of Praise “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” (vs. 1 & 2) #96 (The children go directly downstairs during the singing of this hymn.)

The Apostles’ Creed Congregation I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord, Who was

conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified dead and buried. He

descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God

the Father Almighty, from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy

catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen

Gift of Music “You Are My All in All” Tanya Bergen

CONFESSION OF SIN

Call to Confession Mark McKim Prayer of Confession Assurance of Pardon

THE WORD OF GOD READ

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Old Testament: Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-6 (O.T. pg. 2) Norma Holtslander

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 8 Leader: O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is

your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens.

Congregation: Out of the mouths of babes and infants

you have founded a bulwark because of your foes, to silence the enemy and the

avenger.

Leader: When I look at your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars that

you have established; what are human

beings that you are mindful of them, mortals that you care for them?

Congregation: Yet you have made them a little lower than God, and crowned them with glory

and honor. You have given them dominion over the works of your hands;

Leader You have put all things under their feet, all sheep and oxen, and also the beasts of the field the birds of the air, and the fish of the

sea, whatever passes along the paths of the seas.

All: O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is

your name in all the earth!

*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.

New Testament Lesson: Luke 1:26-55 (N.T. pg. 56) Reader: This is the word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God!

THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED

*Hymn of Preparation “Brethren, We Have Met to Worship” #585

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Sermon “Mary for Protestants” Mark McKim

RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD

*Hymn of Response “My Soul Proclaims the Lord, My God” Congregation Tune: Amazing Grace

This hymn of praise to God is based on Mary’s Song of Praise as recorded in Luke 1.46-55. Mary’s song is often called the “Magnificat” from the opening

word in Latin, the language used by the church in the western world for many centuries.

Our souls proclaim the Lord, our God. Our spirits sing God’s praise.

God looks on us, he lifts us up, And hope does fill our days.

All nations now will share the joy;

Great gifts God has outpoured. For Mary’s Son is truly Christ,

We magnify the Lord!

God’s mercy is forevermore, His praise shall never die!

God’s strong right arm puts down the proud The humble, raises high.

God fills the hungry with good things;

The rich are sent away. The promise made to Abraham

is filled to endless day.

Magnificat, magnificat, Magnificat, praise God!

Praise God, praise God, praise God, Praise God, Magnificat, praise God!

Choose you this day, say yes or no

To Christ, the King of Kings! Choose endless life or endless woe,

Choose death or endless joy!

Congregational Life and Ministry Mark McKim Call to Prayer

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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 Becky Nelson

*Response Of Praise “Give Thanks” Congregation (Give thanks with a grateful heart; give thanks to the Holy One;

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son.) (x2)

(And now let the weak say “I am strong”,

let the poor say “I am rich”, Because of what the Lord has done for us.) (2x)

Give thanks! Give thanks!

Benediction Mark McKim

*Choral Benediction “Freely, Freely” Congregation “Freely, freely you have received – Freely, freely give;

Go in My name and, because you believe,

Others will know that I live.”

“Freely, freely you have received – Freely, freely give;

Go in My name and, because you believe, Others will know that I live.”

Music For Departing Becky Nelson

August 11th, 2013 Worship Attendance

Morning Worship Service 190

Afternoon Worship 140

Total 330

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The deacons have recently chosen new officers. Annabel

Robinson remains as chair, Murray Wolfe becomes Vice-Chair and Heather Holtslander becomes Secretary.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

FALL KICK OFF- SUNDAY, SEPT. 15TH! _________________________________________

Rev. John Nelson will be out of the office from August 6-19 attending a

Music Conference in Bismark N.D. and then spending some holiday time

in Calgary visiting family and friends. John will be back in the office

Tuesday, August 20, officiating a wedding on August 24th and preaching

August 25th.

Rev. Joel Russell-MacLean will be out of the office from August 12th

until August 25th for holiday time. Joel will be back in the office August

26th.

Rev. Dr. Mark McKim will be out of the office from August 19th to

September 6th for holiday time. Mark will be back in the pulpit on

September 8th.

Erin Angus will be out of the office from August 12 to August 22nd and

will return to her desk on August 26th. Becky Nelson will be filling in at

the front desk during this time.

Krista Johnstone will be out of the office from August 19th to August

29th and will return to her desk on September 3rd.

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THE NEW PHONES ARE INSTALLED!

First Baptist Church has had its new phones system

installed. Due to changes in technology, our 2 digit

extensions are no longer valid and we have had to go

to 3 digit extensions. Listed below are the new

extensions for each of the phones in the church for

your information. We thank you for your patience

during the installation and for understanding that

there may be a few glitches in the system until we

become used to it.

Main Office 221 (has voicemail)

Mark McKim 222 (has voicemail)

John Nelson 223 (has voicemail)

Joel Russell-MacLean 224 (has voicemail)

Financial Office (Krista) 225 (has voicemail)

FKBC 226 (has voicemail)

Copy Room 227 (NO voicemail)

AV Ministry (sound room)228 (has voicemail)

Lower Hall 229 (NO voicemail)

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Queen City Marathon The Queen City Marathon will be held this year on Sunday morning,

September 8, 2013. For the last two years we have staffed an aid station on the route. This is an opportunity for us to connect with the wider, non-church community and it is also something which FBC and FKBC do together as a joint ministry, with many of the

Karen youth participating. Dr. Bill Silver (306-584-1953) will again be our aid station coordinator.

There will be a (required) orientation meeting for all the aid station volunteers on Saturday, September 7th at 4:00p.m. together with a

Vespers Worship Service at 5:00 p.m. for both volunteers and marathon participants. Both events will be held at the church.

If you are willing to be a volunteer with the Aid Station please

contact Bill Silver as soon as possible. ___________________________________________________________________

Patio parties at first

August 18th, 6:30 p.m. August 25th, 6:30 p.m. Kevin & Julie Rich Devin & Joan Seghers, 5955 Hague Crescent Mavis & Jim Olesen 127 Quincy Drive

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At the home of…

Joel & Heather Russell-MacLean

1968 St. John St.

September 1st, 5:00 p.m.

Please bring a lawn chair and an appetite.

Hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks and dessert will be

provided.

A donation to cover the cost will be gratefully

received.

Please sign up below to let us know you’re coming.

Bring a friend, and come for the food, fun, and

fellowship!

Please tear off and place on offering plate

I’ll be there!

NAME: _____________________________________________________

Total Number Attending: ________________________________________

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SERMON NOTES

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MONDAY 8:00 A.M. REGINA OPEN DOOR – LOWER HALL/KITCHEN

TUESDAY 8:00 A.M. REGINA OPEN DOOR – LOWER HALL/KITCHEN

WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. REGINA OPEN DOOR – LOWER HALL/KITCHEN 8:00 A.M. PRAYER BREAKFAST – BOARD ROOM

THURSDAY 8:00 A.M. REGINA OPEN DOOR – LOWER HALL/KITCHEN

FRIDAY 8:00 A.M. REGINA OPEN DOOR – LOWER HALL/KITCHEN

SUNDAY 10:00 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE – SANCTUARY 2:00 P.M. AFTERNOON 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 (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 Mavis Olesen Member

Heather Holtslander Secretary John Hillmer Member

Derrick Bellows Treasurer Erwin Ziolkowski Honourary

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 (Rev. Walter Willford) 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. – 12:00 p.m.

Friday Closed