first sunday of advent | december 1, 2013 | 11:00...
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First Sunday of Advent | December 1, 2013 | 11:00 a.m.
Order Of WOrshipThe Lord’s Day December 1, 2013 11:00 a.m.
Rev. James R. Carter, Senior Pastor
The First Sunday of Advent Scripture for Silent Meditation and prayer (10:55 a.m.) Matthew 28:16-20 (ESV)
I will greatly rejoice in the LORD; my soul shall exult in my God, for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation; he has covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself like a priest with a beautiful headdress, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. For as the earth brings forth its sprouts, and as a garden causes what is sown in it to sprout up, so the Lord GOD will cause righteousness and praise to sprout up before all the nations.
Prelude Samuel Metzger, OrganHow Brightly Shines the Morning Star Dietrich Buxtehude
lighting of the advent candle
tolling of the carillon
choral introit Of the Father’s Love Begotten 13th Century Chant
call to WorShip Rev. James R. Carter
† hyMn of adoration O Come, O Come, Emmanuel No. 123
† invocation and the lord’S prayer (spoken) Our Father, which 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.
† choral reSponSe Amen David York
MiniStry of MuSic The First Noel/Canon in D Johann Pachelbel/arr. Michael Clawson
Hunter Myers and Jenna Myers, Soloists
† affirMation of faith Apostles' Creed
† congregational reSponSe Gloria Patri No. 623
† reading of the ScriptureS Isaiah 9:6-7 (ESV) For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.
Pastor: Thegrasswithers,theflowerfades, Isaiah40:8(ESV)Congregation: but the word of our God will stand forever.
paStoral prayer Dr. Jerry T. Newcombe, Assistant Pastor
choral reSponSe Emmanuel Bob McGee
Please remain seated and join prayerfully with the choir on the repeatEmmanuel, Emmanuel, His name is called Emmanuel; God with us, revealed in us; His name is called Emmanuel.
† tiMe of friendShip and announceMentS
offertory and doxology No. 625 E’en So, Lord Jesus, Quickly Come Paul Manz
Sanctuary Choir; Dr. John L. Wilson, DirectorPeace be to you and grace from Him who freed us from our sins, who loved us all and shed His blood that we might saved be. Sing Holy, Holy to our Lord, the Lord, Almighty God, who was and is and is to come; sing Holy, Holy, Lord! Rejoice in heaven, all ye that dwell therein, rejoice on earth, ye saints below, for Christ is coming, for Christ is coming soon! E’en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come, and night shall be no more; they need no light nor lamp nor sun, for Christ will be their All!
SerMon The Truth Predicted Rev. James R. Carter, Senior Pastor
† coMMunion hyMn Come,ThouLong-ExpectedJesus No.124
the lord’S Supper
hyMn of reSponSe and Benevolence offering Amazing Grace (see next page)
Please remain seated while singing verses 1 to 3, as the offering is being taken, standing as directed for verse 4.
Benediction and choral reSponSe Alleluia (Please join in singing with the choir on the repeat) Traditional
Postlude Toccata on "Joy to the World" Michael Dell
† Those who are able, please stand. Large Print Bulletins available
Following the worship service, a time of fellowship and refreshments will be held in the lobby
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Our Vision - New Presbyterian Church desires to beacongregationthatimpactsandinfluencesourcommunity and culture for the glory of God. We strive to foster an environment of grace, and work to deepen relationships of trust, in which there is genuinefellowship,whichisdefinedbyaspiritof acceptance,affirmationandaccountability.
Our Mission is to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, and to equip members to faithfully serve and obey His commands. Our goal is to joyfully and practically live out our calling to “glorify God and enjoy Him forever.”OurmissionisdefinedbyFourPillars:Reverent Worship, Evangelism, Biblical World & Life View, and Reformed Theology.
Announcements
Welcome Center - Be sure to visit the Welcome Centerinthelobby.Thereyouwillfindinformationabout our many ministries, events, and much more.
Messages to Go - CDs and DVDs of services, are available at the Welcome Center, following the worship service.
For contributions please make checks payable to New Presbyterian Church (include designations in the memo). Contributions via credit card or check at www.newpres.org. Cash envelopes are at the Welcome Center.
A Directory of elders, deacons and NPC missionaries is available at the Welcome Center.
Birthday and Anniversary lists for NPC members may be found at the Welcome Center.
Prayer Requests & Praise Reports are available at the Welcome Center. For prayer requests contact Fran Buit at [email protected]. For pastoral care please contact the Ministry Center.
Birth Announcements - To notify the NPC congregation of a birth in the family, please contact Fran Buit at [email protected].
upcoming congregational voteThese are exciting times in the spiritual life and development of New Presbyterian Church. After manymonthsof prayeranddiscussionand4yearsof searching for a future location to call home, our Session is prepared to make their recommendation to you for your vote. The Session unanimously voted 11-0 on the following motion: "Because God has lead us to this South Campus, the Session recommends the congregation to move the worship service when appropriate to the South Campus." On December 8, 2013 the congregation will vote via ballot.
financial planningIRSextendedthePensionProtectionActtotheendof 2013.Itallowssomeone701/2&uptomakea direct rollover qualifying charitable distribution (QCD)fromanIRAtoanon-profit.AssetsinyourIRAaretaxedwhenwithdrawn.AQCDmaybeusedtosatisfyIRArequiredminimumdistributions& avoid/reduce paying income tax on the amount withdrawnupto$100,000.If youqualify&wishtosupportthechurch,contactyourIRAholdertoarrange the distribution to The New Presbyterian Church.
ladies of valentineThe Ladies of Valentine Ministry is looking for women who are willing to serve as a table hostess for theupcoming2014Tea.If youareinterestedpleasecontactJanLarkin954.563.0535.
prime timersPrime Timers Luncheon, Tuesday, December 10 at 10:30 a.m. Back by popular demand we will hear The Mens' Chorus from John Knox Village and under the directed by Ron Davis. Devotions by Jim Carter. Bring a friend! Lunch is $6, sign up on the registration card.
Jungle Queen Dinner Cruise, Thursday, December 19,withboardingnolaterthan5:15p.m.$42.95per person. Checks are payable to NPC and due to Cal Longacre no later than TODAY. Park your caratBahiaMar(801SeabreezeBlvd.)for$7.Anyquestions,callCalLongacreat954.776.9018.
Men's MinistryThe Gathering of Fort Lauderdale - Men's Outreach Breakfast,Thursday,December5at7a.m.SpecialGuest Speaker, Sujo John. NPC has reserved a table for 10. Space is limited. Please see Rudy Castillo. HeldattheBiminiBoatYard,onthe17thStreetCauseway in Fort Lauderdale.
angel treeAngel Tree is an opportunity to help children of parents that are incarcerated through Prison Fellowship Ministries. We will provide gifts to 50 children this year. There are many ways to help. You may volunteer to go out on a team to deliver the gifts andyoucanprayforthisoutreach.If youchoosetobuy gifts, they need to be returned to church or the ministrycenterbySunday,December8.If youcanhelp us deliver, we will be going out from the ministry centeronSaturday,December14,10:30a.m.tonoon. For more information, stop at the Angel Tree TableinthelobbyonNovember24
cancer Support groupCovered Dish Dinner on December 5 at 6:30 p.m.ThissupportgroupmeetsthefirstThursdayeach month and is hosted by Betty Strohmeier (954.492.5534.)Shareaneveningwithcaringsurvivors, family and friends.
Missions committeeThe Missions Committee is in need of new members. If youwouldliketoserveonthisimportantcommittee, please contact Elder Mario Sales at [email protected].
T h e N e w P r e s b y T e r i a N C h u rC h C o N C e rT s e r i e s P r e s e N T s
MessiahGeorge Frideric Handel’s
Sunday, December 15 at 2 p.m.Concert is held at PBHS ~ Admission is Free
today9:30 a.m. ......... Kindergarten to Middle School K-Middle School ........................Second Floor Rms High School Plus .........................Second Floor Rm Adult Sunday School Rev. Bill Lamkin ..................................... Cafeteria Dr. Jerry Newcombe ................................. Library R. C. Sproul Video Series ...................ROTC Rm11:00 a.m. ....... Worship Service .......................................Gym11:00 a.m. ....... Nursery .................................Portable Classrooms4:00p.m. ......... Youth Choir Rehearsal ............. South Campus 6:00 p.m. ......... Hymn Festival & Town Hall .... South Campus
this WeekMonday7:00p.m. ......... Missions Committee ........................ Ministry CntrWednesday9:30 a.m. ......... Evangelism Explosion ........................ Ministry Cntr6:30 p.m. ......... Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal ............... Ministry Cntr7:00p.m. ......... Youth Group ...................................... Ministry CntrThursday6:30 p.m. ......... Westminster Confession Class ........... Ministry Cntr6:30 p.m. ......... Evangelism Explosion .......................South CampusFriday11:30 a.m. ....... Prayer Shawl Ministry ........................ Ministry CntrSaturday9:00 a.m. ......... Messiah Concert Rehearsal ................ Ministry Cntr3:00 p.m. ......... Sanctuary Set-Up ......................................PBHS
last SundayToday's bulletin was printed early due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, attendance and offering figures will be forthcoming.
registratiON
December 1, 2013
Fill in names and any new/changed information.
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Ministry StaffRev. James R. Carter, Senior Pastor
Rev. William C. LamkinPastor of Administration and Education
Dr. Jerry T. Newcombe, Minister to the Community & [email protected]
Kendell Stellfox, Director of Youth & Young [email protected]
Shelley Edwards, Bookkeeper/Business [email protected]
Dr. John L. Wilson, Director of Music [email protected]
Samuel MetzgerSenior Organist & Music Associate
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Lisa B. Wilson,Director of Rejoice Center for Arts & Associate Organist
Ginger Loomis, Front [email protected]
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