January 22, 2017

Matthew 11:28, “Come unto me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

To all who sin and need a Savior, to all who are burdened and need rest, to all who sorrow and long

for comfort, to all who struggle and seek victory, to all who hunger and thirst after righteousness,

and to whosoever will come, Providence Presbyterian Church opens wide her doors and offers

welcome in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

The Preparation For Worship

Prelude and Silent Prayer Lori Munn Parker

Welcome and Announcements Elder Harold Miller

(Please pass registration pad after signing)

Choir Introit

The Adoration Of God

*Call to Worship Psalm 67 Rev. Michael Cannon

“May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us so that your ways

may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. May the peoples praise you O

God; may all the peoples praise you. May God bless us still, so that all the ends of the

earth will fear him.”

*Prayer of Adoration and Lord’s Prayer

*Hymn of Praise “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” No. 32

*Confession of Faith The Belgic Confession, Article 20

“We believe that God—who is perfectly merciful and also very just—sent his Son to

assume the nature in which the disobedience had been committed, in order to bear in it

the punishment of sin by his most bitter passion and death. So God made known his

justice toward his Son, who was charged with our sin, and he poured out his goodness

and mercy on us, who are guilty and worthy of damnation, giving to us his Son to die, by

a most perfect love, and raising him to life for our justification, in order that by him we

might have immortality and eternal life.

*Gloria Patri No. 735

Confession Of Our Need Of Christ And God’s Grace

Corporate Confession of Sin

“Eternal and Almighty God, we confess before your Divine Majesty that we are miserable

sinners, born in corruption and iniquity, prone to evil, and of ourselves incapable of any

good. We acknowledge that we transgress, in various ways, your holy commandments,

so that we draw down on ourselves, through your righteous judgment, condemnation

and death. We have deep sorrow in our hearts for having offended you; and we implore

your grace to relieve our wretchedness. O most gracious God and merciful Father, have

compassion on us in the name of your son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Pardon our sins, give

us the graces of the Holy Spirit, and increase them day by day, to the end, that heartily

acknowledging our unworthiness and forsaking our sins, we may be filled with that

godly sorrow which brings about repentance unto salvation, and may bring forth fruits of

righteousness acceptable to you, through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

The Assurance of Pardoning Grace 1 Peter 2:24-25

“He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to

righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. For you were straying like sheep,

but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.”

Response “We Have Heard the Joyful Sound” No. 448

(Ushers come forward for offering)

Response Of Thanksgiving

Offertory Prayer Elder Harold Miller

Receiving Tithes/Offerings

*Doxology No. 731

Choral Anthem “Fairest Lord Jesus” arr. Hayes

~ Words in Hymnal No. 170 ~

The Means Of Grace

Old Testament Scripture Reading 1 Samuel 12:1-5 Page 233

New Testament Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 12: 1-11 Page 959

Psalm Singing Psalm 4B “Answer When I Call” Children (ages 4&5) leave for Children’s Church

“David has been heard and helped but not all the rebels have been put down, so he continues in prayer

knowing he has been set apart by the LORD. The believer is in a similar position. In union with the true

David, past deliverances from spiritual distress are a fact of experience, and the opposition to Christ’s

cause is ultimately futile. Through nearly starving (2 Sam 17:27-29) David is able to lie down and sleep comes

at once. To be at peace with God is to be at peace with oneself.”

Pastoral Prayer Rev. Michael Cannon

Scripture Lesson Demons Know Their Master Rev. Michael Cannon

Luke 4: 31-41 Page 860

The Response And Blessing

*Benediction

*Closing Hymn “May the Mind of Christ My Savior” No. 644

May the mind of Christ my Savior live in me from day to day

By his love and pow’r controlling all I do and say.

*Postlude Lori Munn Parker

*Congregation standing as able

Prelude (We quiet our hearts and voices) Mrs. Emily Reeves

Welcome, Announcements and Prayer Elder Harold Miller

*Call to Worship Rev. Michael Cannon

“Praise the Lord! I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, in the company of the

upright in the congregation. Great are the works of the Lord, studied by all who delight in

them. Psalm 111: 1-2

Hymn “In Christ Alone” Stuart Townend and Keith Getty

Praise Team

E100 Moment Mr. David Reeves

Offertory Prayer

Offering

Hymn “More Love to Thee, O Christ ” No. 649

Season of Prayer

Scripture Lesson Sanctification Romans 6: 1-13

Page 942

*Benediction

*Closing Hymn “There Is A Redeemer” arr. Keith Green

There is a Redeemer

Jesus, God’s own Son

Precious Lamb of God, Messiah

Ho-ly One

Thank you, O my Father

For giving us Your Son

And leaving Your Spirit ‘till

The work on earth is done

*Postlude

“In Christ Alone”

The Session Has Scheduled the Sacrament of Holy Communion

A Means of Grace

to be observed on

Sunday Morning January 29, 2017

The scriptures warn us to be diligent in making preparation

before the celebration of Communion.

“Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of profaning the body and blood of the Lord. Let a person examine himself, and then so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgment on himself.” – 1 Cor. 11:27-29

In A Sacramental Catechism by John Williamson (1680-1750), he asks:

What sort of preparation is it that God requires of such that come to His table? It is not a slack or careless preparation to be done in a hasty and superficial manner, as some do who never set about it till Saturday or the Lord’s day morning before they commune. No, it must be timely and deliberately, conscientious and impartial, diligent and fervent in the use of all appointed means, depending upon God for the gracious preparation of the heart according to His promise – Ps. 10:17; Prov. 16:1

The Westminster Larger Catechism (Question 171) gives a wonderful and clear explanation of how we ought to prepare for the observation of this covenantal meal: “They that receive the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper are, before they come, to prepare themselves there unto, by examining themselves of their being in Christ, of their sins and wants; of the truth and measure of their knowledge, faith, repentance; love to God and the brethren, charity to all men, forgiving those that have done them wrong; of their desires after Christ, and of their new obedience, and by renewing the exercise of these graces, by serious meditation and fervent prayer.”

Carefully consider these before your participation:

Reflection on the depth of your love for Christ and the brethren.

Discernment of your own understanding of the Supper.

Meditation on Christ’s death and suffering.

Feeding on Him in faith.

Desire for Christ

Missionary Family of the Week

MTW - Ian & Heather

Prayer Family of the Week

Mr. Don Ingram

CALENDAR OF THE WEEK

Elder on Call: Lester Harrison

Deacon on Duty: Jason Carter

TLC: For Need Call Church Office (601-924-4747)

SUNDAY

Coffee and Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Mission Committee 4:45 p.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m.

TUESDAY

Men’s Prayer Group 6:45 a.m. Ladies Bible Study 9:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY

Govero Group @ Govero Home 6:00 p.m. Fellowship Group @ Church 6:00 p.m. Harrison Group 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 6:30 p.m. College Group 7:45 p.m. @ 406 Monroe Street

THURSDAY

Men’s Breakfast at Shoneys 8:00 a.m. Ladies Prayer Group 8:30 a.m.

Monday: Romans 8:1-39

Tuesday: Galatians 5:16-6:10

Wednesday: Ephesians 6:10-20

Thursday: Philippians 4:2-9

Friday: Colossians 1:1-23

AGAPE MEAL

The LMT will host a chili cook-off on Sunday, January 29th. There are sign up sheets

on the table in the Narthex. Please sign up to help set up (3-4 people are needed). Six

pots of chili are needed and two non-chili soup. Also needed are six salads. Chips,

crackers and desserts will also be warmly (and ravenously) received!

COLLEGE GROUP

It’s College Group time! There is a sign up sheet on the table in the Narthex.

Suggestions: cookies, brownies, rice crispy treats, chips and dip, or any small finger

food for approximately 15 people. Food can be dropped off in the church office on

Wednesday anytime between 8 am and 4 pm.

GUEST PIANIST

Our guest pianist this morning is Lori Munn Parker. Lori will be helping us with the

worship service for the next few weeks.

VELVETEEN MOMMIES

The Velveteen Mommies will meet Thursday, February 9, at 6: 30 p.m. at the home of

Emily Reeves. Please sign up in the foyer to bring salad or dessert. Taco Soup will be

provided. If you have any questions, call Emily at 601-906-0940.

CENTER FOR PREGNANCY CHOICES

Just in case you did not know, all Sunday morning coffee donations as well as the

Sunday School offerings are sent to help fund Center for Pregnancy Choices. Please be

sure to pick up a box for your change donations.

MID-SOUTH MEN’S RALLY

First Presbyterian Men’s Rally will be Friday, January 27, 2017, from 5:15 p.m. to

9:00 p.m. No advance registration is required. There is no charge for rally or dinner.

For more information, visit FPCJACKSON.ORG/MSMR

Friends at Providence,

I would like to thank the congregation and the Session of

Providence for the kind words of appreciation and the warm

recognition given to me on my last Sunday as organist,

December 25, 2016. It has been my privilege to work with such a

caring group of people throughout my time at Westminster and

Providence. You have stood by me through times of joy and

sorrow. I have made friendships that will last a lifetime. I pray

for all the best for Providence in the future.

With love,

Janet Taylor

MISSION CONFERENCE

Please mark your calendar for the upcoming Mission Conference. The Conference

will begin on Friday, February 24, through February 26, 2017. There will be a ladies

Luncheon on Saturday, February 25th. Dr. Joseph M. Martin, Professor of Christian

Ministries will be the keynote speaker.

LADIES BIBLE STUDY

All ladies are invited to the weekly Bible study each Tuesday at 9:30 am. The study

is examining the book, A Woman’s Wisdom: How the Book of Proverbs Speaks to

Everything, by Lydia Brownback ($12).

OFFICER TRAINING

Please be in prayer for the Officer Training which begins on Monday night,

January 23, through April 3, 2017. Upon completion of training, the newly qualified

candidates will be presented for a Congregational vote on April 25, 2017.

Church Staff

Pastor ……………………………………………………..Rev. Michael Cannon

Music Director…………………………………………….Mrs. Emily Reeves

Church Treasurer………………………………………….Mr. Chris Govero

Secretary…………………………………………………..Mrs. Deborah Scott

Nursery Director…………………………………………..Mrs. Amanda Davis

Assistant Nursery Director………………………………..Mrs. Amy Carter

Youth Director…………………………………………….Mr. David Reeves

College Intern…………………………………….……….Mr. Bryce Davis

The Session

Dr. Lester Harrison—Clerk Mr. Steve McNair

Mr. Chris Govero Mr. Harold Miller

Mr. Bill Pleasant Mr. John Spears

The Diaconate

Mr. Jason Carter—Chairman Mr. David Johnson

Mr. Pete Bishop Mr. Reuben Oates

Mr. Jason Bullock Mr. David Reeves

Mr. Steve Craven Mr. David Thornton

Mr. Jeremy Elliott Mr. John Turbeville

Rev. Michael Cannon

PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, PCA

1580 Clinton Raymond Road * Clinton, Mississippi 39056

601-924-4747