The Lord’s Day MorningChrist Church, Presbyterian

EASTER SUNDAYApril 8, 2012 – 11:00 a.m.

To Him who loved us and washed us from our sins in His own blood. – Revelation 1:5

The Order of Worship† indicates the congregation standing; • indicates seating for those detained

Please silence all cell phones and pagers.

• The Organ Prelude – Toccata in C Major, BWV 564 .............................BachThe Prelude is a time set aside for quieting our hearts before God in preparation for worship.

The Choral Call to Worship (I Corinthians 15:21–22) ........................Handel Since by man came death, by Man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.

• The Words of Welcome and Announcements ................Elder Billy Hatcher

The Call to Worship Leader: Christ is risen!

People: He is risen indeed! Alleluia!

The Prayer of Invocation

•† The Hymn No. 273 – Jesus Christ Is Risen Today ..............................llanfair

ALLELUIA!An empty tomb, a risen Lord,

Sorrow discarded, joy restored,Death defeated, life embraced,

Hope assured, sin erasedHell behind and Heaven ahead,Easter’s come! Enough is said.

— Jane Blanchard —

Easter Lilies

GIVEN TO THE GLORY OF GOD

by Lynn Black

by Cherry McPherson

GIVEN TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN MEMORY OF

Mr. & Mrs. Ruben B. Boyd, by Dr. & Mrs. Michael B. Boyd

William Daniel Burroughs, by Julie Burroughs

John & Dorothy Dunsmore, by John & Diane Dunsmore

Louis Bates Folley, Jr., by Martha Folley

Catherine & Geza Gojda, by Anne & Gene Gojda, Sr.

Abigail Faith Goodell, by Mark, Lanier, Mary Elizabeth, Michael, Grace and Rachel Goodell

Charles & Ethel Heintz, by John & Diane Dunsmore

Heather Joiner, Todd Joiner, and Aunt Hazel, by Bob & Jordy Rihl

Our mothers, Mary Manthei & Gladys Greer, by John & Cheryl Manthei

Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Mauldin, Sr. & William S. Mauldin, Jr., by Carol Mauldin, Oliver & Sandra Brown & their families

George W. McClure & Ed & Cass Mehr, by the McClure Family

Ronald S. Noblett, by Kathryn Noblett

Ronald S. Noblett, by Sharyn, William and Ross Hickman

Mildred & Kenneth Norkus & Mary & Roger Rossman, by The Norkus Family

Anthony P. Nunziato & Micah P. Nunziato, by Thelma Nunziato

Nick Parish, Father, by Ora & Natalie Parish & Family

Our parents, Al & Jane Rihl & George & Dee VanDeventer, by Bob & Jordy Rihl

Sarah C. Walters, by Mark, Susan & Rachel Walters

Grandpa George & Grandma Beverly Wells, by Ora & Natalie Parish & Family

Nell & John Yearty, by Anne & Gene Gojda, Sr.

GIVEN TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN HONOR OF

Martha G. McClure, by the McClure Family

Jack & Laura News, by Ora & Natalie Parish & Family

IC XC

NI KA

The symbol above is the Greek “Victor’s Cross.” It contains the first and last letters of the Greek name for Jesus (IC), the first and last letters of the Greek word for Christ (XC), and the Greek word for Conqueror (NIKA).

This Week at Christ ChurchWeek of April 8 – April 14, 2012

SUNDAY, April 89:45 a.m. ...........................................................................Sunday School Nursery (Birth–23 mos.) ...........................................................Nursery 1 Preschool (24–48 mos.) .............................................................Nursery 2 K–4 – K–5 .................................................................... Children’s House Grades 1–3 ................................................................... Children’s House Grades 4–5 ................................................................... Children’s House Middle & High School Youth .............................................Youth House Special Education ............................................................Deacons’ Room Adult.................................................................................. Covenant Hall11:00 a.m. .........................Morning Worship ........................... Sanctuary

On the second hymn, children in K4 through Grade 3 may exit for Catechism.4:00 p.m. ......................Easter Choir Rehearsal ....................... Sanctuary6:00 p.m. ..................Resurrection Festival Service ................... Sanctuary

THURSDAY, April 126:45 p.m. .......................... WIC Bible Study.........................Boyd Home

FRIDAY, April 137:00 a.m. .............................. Men's Prayer .................................... Annex

Christ Church, PresbyterianA congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America

4201 Southern Pines Drive, Evans, GA 30809Phone (706) 210–9090 • Facsimile (706) 364–9086

www.ChristChurchPres.org

StaffDr. Mark Nabholz, Director of Music; Mr. Scott Doss, Interim Office Manager & A/V Director;

Mrs. Laura Lowe, Morning Organist; Mr. Mark Dickens, Evening Organist; Mrs. Shirley Taylor, Bookkeeper; Mr. Charles Caruso, Custodian

Assisting in the ServicesElders greeting at the doors before this morning’s service are Mel Jewett & Gene Gojda.

Ushers are Lanier Adams, Mark Goodell, Charles Kimbrell & John Norkus. The Deacon on Duty will be Ora Parish (a.m.) & John Norkus (p.m.)

Elders greeting at the doors next Lord’s Day are Billy Hatcher & George Bowen.Ushers serving next Lord’s Day are Will Boyd, Wade Caldwell, Mark Goodell & Ed Russell.

The Deacon on Duty will be Charles Kimbrell.

The Prayer for Illumination

The Sermon – EASTER EYES ............................................................Rev. Roberts

† The Hymn No. 266 – Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain ................ st. kevin

† The Benediction

† The Benediction Response (Sung by all) .....................................regent square

We acclaim Your life, O Jesus, now we sing Your victory; Sin or hell may seek to seize us, but Your conquest keeps us free. Stand in triumph, stand in triumph, worship Christ, the risen King!

The Organ Postlude – Toccata in B Minor .............................................Gigout

WelcomeThank you for joining us in worship today! Our hope is that as the Word is preached, as prayers are lifted up, and as hymns and anthems are sung, you will be blessed by the corporate worship of the triune God and will return to worship with us again soon. One of our Elders will be stationed near the piano following the service should you desire to know more about Christ Church, how to become a member here, or how to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Pulpit GuestRev. David Roberts graduated from Covenant Theological Seminary and served as an Army Chaplain for 25 years. He and his wife, Sandra, have two grown children and two grandchildren. Prior to his retirement, David served for four-and-a-half years as Assistant Pastor at Redeemer Presbyterian Church here in Evans.

Resurrection Festival ServiceThis evening at 6:00 the Christ Church Choir with chamber orchestra will present a beautiful new musical setting of the ancient Te Deum text, by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins. Invite friends and family to accompany you to this festive service celebrating Christ’s resurrection. Rev. David Roberts will bring the homily from I Corinthians 15:12–34. Nurseries for ages 4 and under will be provided.

† The Confession of Faith ...................................................... The Apostles’ Creed

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. (*universal)

† The Gloria Patri .....................................................................................meineke

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 Prayers of Thanksgiving & Intercession ........................ Rev. David Roberts Pulpit Guest

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 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 Old Testament Reading .........................................Job 19:23–29 (Page 429)

The Response ................................................................................... Isaiah 40:8 Pastor: The grass withers, the flower fades, People: But the word of our God stands forever.

The Offering and the Prayer of Dedication

The Violin & Piano Offertory ....................................................arr. Coleman Christ, the Lord, Is Risen Today

Catie Jackson, violin; Cathie McClure, piano

† The Hymn No. 284 – This Joyful Eastertide .................................... vruchten

On the final verse, children in K4 through Grade 3 may exit for Catechism.

The New Testament Reading .................................... Luke 24:13–35 (Page 885)

The Response Pastor: This is the inerrant and inspired word of God. People: Our only infallible rule of faith and practice.

Women in the Church Bible StudyThe Women’s Bible Study will continue their study of the book of Psalms this month. This has been a rich time of opening and discussing God’s Word, and all women are welcome to attend this time of fellowship and encouragement. The group will meet this Thursday, April 12th, at the home of Monica Boyd, 9 Summerville Lane in Augusta, from 6:45 until 8:00 p.m.

Men’s PrayerAll men of the church are invited to Friday morning prayer beginning at 7:00 in the Annex. The sharing of prayer concerns will be followed by prayer around the table with dismissal at 8:00 to allow everyone time to get to work.

Pray for Our MissionariesRemember these missionaries and organizations designated for special prayer in our worship services today and in your daily prayers this week:

AGAPE Ministry, Augusta, GeorgiaAlliance Defense Fund, Scottsdale, Arizona

Rick and Betty Aschmann, Mission to the World (PCA), EcuadorDick and Nancy Baggé, Wycliffe Bible Translators, Kenya

Elder of the MonthThe Elder of the Month for April is John Dunsmore. In case of emergency, you may contact him by phone at (706) 359–7805.

Missionaries and Agencies Receiving Supportfrom Christ Church, Presbyterian

Missionaries in harm’s way are not listed.AGAPE Ministry, Augusta, Georgia

Alliance Defense Fund, Scottsdale, ArizonaRick and Betty Aschmann, Mission to the World (PCA), Ecuador

Dick and Nancy Baggé, Wycliffe Bible Translators, KenyaBob and Andrea Burnham, Mission to the World (PCA), Ukraine

Louis and Anne Carter, SIM, Kenya and Papua New GuineaChild Evangelism Fellowship, Augusta, Georgia

Paul and Laura Chinchen, African Bible Colleges, Malawi, Uganda, and LiberiaCheryl Crocker, Mission to the World (PCA)

Karl and Debbie Dortzbach, Mission to the World (PCA), KenyaEvangelical Reformed Seminary of Ukraine, Mission to the World (PCA)

Glenn and Sharlene Grubb, Wycliffe Bible Translators/Mission to the World (PCA)Eliseo and Paula Guadagno, Operation Mobilization, Italy

Heritage Academy, Augusta, GeorgiaTim and Lana Higginbotham, NAIM, Vancouver, Canada

Institute for Creation Research (ICR)Jay and Nancy Matsinger, Mission to the World (PCA), France

Kurt and Pat Nelson, East–West Ministries Intl., Albania, Kazakhstan, Spain, CubaDoug and Amy Nunziato, World Team, Spain

Clay and Darlene Quarterman, Mission to the World (PCA), UkraineCharles Rector, Presbyterian Evangelistic Fellowship (PEF), Augusta, Georgia

Twin Lakes Fellowship, Jackson, MississippiPaul Volpitto, Augusta School of Biblical Studies (ASBS), Augusta, GeorgiaBruce and Barbara Wannemacher, Mission to the World (PCA), South Africa

Christian SympathyChristian sympathy is extended to Anne and Gene Gojda and family on the death of his sister, Dorothy Berry, on April 4 in Clifton, New Jersey.