If you are looking for a place that respects tradition while embracing the future, then you discover why God brought you here. We are a faithful place, which is led by the graciousness of the Holy Spirit and the truth of God’s Word. We hope that you might consider our church to be your spiritual home!

Come as you are. We care about you, not what you wear.Give if you want. Our weekly offering is a commitment of our church

family and your participation is optional – we care about you, not your money.

Have questions? Feel imperfect? Looking to belong? We welcome those who are searching for more than a religion.

You may contact our interim pastor Gradye Parsons at 865-368-2762 or gradyemorton@gmail.com.

The next Women's Fellowship event will be on June 3 at the Chop House at 6:00 p.m.   Call or email the church office if you wish to be placed on the sign-up sheet. Brainstorming at a meeting on our last mission trip to Belize, the Los Tambos Alumni Association was born. Ideas sprang forth about where the village is going and wishes of what it could be. With good jobs, the group was encouraged to find a way to raise scholarship funds so that even more students could attend high school. And they did! Under the guidance of ambitious teacher, Evelyn, they hosted a “marathon” event. Not a running event, it was a day of soccer competition, barbecue, and a raffle. The event was so successful that one whole scholarship was raised ($700) with enough remaining for seed money for the next event! We couldn’t be prouder as we see God’s blessings on this sweet village!

Our Minute 4 Mission on Sunday introduced you to the success, hard work and hope of Los Tambos, Belize. FCPC has been a catalyst in these stories but the real accolades go to the individuals. Thank you to all that have given your time, talents and resources to this mission! The Belize team members are blessed to play the role, but our congregation is producing our works. Please continue to pray for our trip, safety and actions so that we may be the hands and feet of Jesus epitomizing Love Rules!

Kathy and I want to thank everyone for their prayers, acts of compassion and concerns for us after Kathy's bicycle wreck. It was a pretty scary time for us and you are a big part of the recovery process. Kathy is doing better, the swelling has almost gone. We are still living through various bruise colors and multiple doctor visits.

Thank you, Gradye and Kathy Parsons

Belize bicycles - Each year I am given the distinct honor of playing Ms. Claus and distributing the big ticket item of bicycles to the children of Los Tombos.In the last 8 years, the generosity of our congregation here at FCPC has provided over 140 bikes to students at the school. We started the first year with 5 bikes, in good years we have provided 20 bikes. Not all the children needing bikes get them, obviously. This year we have been given a list of 33 possible candidates.Carefully, and with God's guidance we pare down the list to fit what we are able to provide. Decisions are made based on the distance the family lives from the school, the number of bikes in the family, and age of the child. Los Tombos was established as a refugee community by the UN, for those needing a haven from drug wars, political or military unrest that is common in Central and South America. It can be a transient community, children come and go, and so new families often have more urgent needs. Are bicycles the #1 need for Los tombos? Definitely not. Clean water, health issues, and education are all priority. The shared food and witness we provide to the community through home visits and vacation bible school are very important. So why bikes? They provide a sense of safety, accessibility and increased opportunities for both the student and theirfamily. If you can't afford a bike, consider a general bike fund or the bike repair fund. All your gifts are greatly appreciated and very well used. Thank you in advance.

You Are My All in All Lyrics

You are my strength when I am weakYou are the treasure that I seekYou are my all in all.Seeking You as a precious jewelLord, to give up I'd be a foolYou are my all in all.

Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.Taking my sin, my cross, my shameRising again I bless Your nameYou are my all in all.When I fall down You pick me upWhen I am dry You fill my cupYou are my all in all.

Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.

Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.

Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.Jesus, Lamb of God, worthy is Your name.Worthy is Your name, Worthy is Your nameYou are my all in all. Jesus, Lamb of God,You are my all in all, You are my all in all.

Welcome

Fountain City

Presbyterian Church

May 20, 2018Pentecost Sunday

10:30 A.M.

ASSEMBLE IN GOD’S NAMEWelcome to our worship service. We are honored by your presence and count it a blessing to share this time together. May the warmth and acceptance of Christ’s love surround you this, and every day.

Organ Prelude

Welcome Gradye Parsons

Choral Prelude O Come, Let Us Sing, Chancel Choir

Call to WorshipLeader: Come, Holy Spirit. Inspire our hearts with your fiery

presence!People: Let your flame burn within us, stirring us to action.Leader: Come, Holy Spirit. Energize our lives to work for God.People: Let your wind of hope swirl around us, lifting and

moving us from complacency.Leader: Come, Holy Spirit. Pour your blessing on us.People: Let your presence challenge us to proclaim God’s

presence and love in everything we say and do. Amen.

Opening Prayer Jeff ThomasAlmighty God, your Holy Spirit came to Jesus’ disciples, hidden in an upper room in Jerusalem. A violent wind and tongues of fire were the symbols of a new thing happening in their lives. May your Holy Spirit burst into our lives today, encouraging and inspiring us to proclaim boldly the good news of Jesus Christ who offers healing and hope to all people. Amen.

(please stand as the organ begins)

*Hymn No. 90 Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee

Scripture Reading Ezekiel 37:1-14, p. 661

Call to Confession I Then Shall Live, Chancel Choir O Lord, Our God, our homes are Thine Forever. We trust to Thee their problems, toil, and care. Their bonds of love no enemy can sever If Thou art always Lord and Master there: Be Thou the center of our least endeavor. Be Thou our guest, our hearts and homes to share. Amen.

Prayer of ConfessionWe aren’t ready, Lord. It is easier for us to hide in the upper rooms of our lives, to let the world go by and not acknowledge your presence. But you have challenged us to come alive again with your love and words of healing mercy. Forgive our hesitant witness and our complacent spirits. Heal our fears and our wounds. Help us to be agents of healing and hope for others. Challenge and inspire us to overcome our feelings of inadequacy and remind us that you have called us beloved and have given us what we need to proclaim your Good News. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.

Silent Prayer of Confession

Declaration of Pardon

*Response Sung by CongregationGlory 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.

*Hymn No. 389 Spirit of the Living God

PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD

Ritual of Friendship Jeff Thomas

Members and Guests - Please sign and pass the friendship register located on the center aisle under the pew in front

Bible Dedication Service for Kindergarten: Lyn OakleyLeader: Parents hand the Bible to your children. Children repeat

after me….”The Bible is God’s Word. Mom or Dad, will you read with me the stories of the Bible in this Bible storybook?”

Leader: Parents, if this is your wish, respond to your child’s request by saying, “Yes, with God’s help and guidance.”

Leader: May God bless your home as the primary place for faith formation.

Bible Dedication for 3rd graders:Leader: Parents hand the Bible to your children. Children repeat

after me….”The Bible is God’s Word. Mom or Dad, will you hold me accountable to read the stories of the Bible and talk to me about them?”

Leader: Parents, if this is your wish, respond to your child’s request by saying, “Yes, with God’s help and guidance.”

Leader: May God bless your home as the primary place for faith formation.

Anthem You Are My All in All, Chancel Choir (led by Bob Eubanks)

Scripture Acts 2:1-21 p. 831 Sermon We Didn’t Start the Fire Gradye Parsons

GIVE THANKS TO GOD

Belize Dedication and the Lord’s Prayer (see insert) Gradye Parsons Offertory *Doxology Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

The Celebration Hymnal, p. 815 *Affirmation of Faith (adapted) Jeff ThomasWe believe in the Holy Spirit God’s ceaseless and mysterious Go-between, who kindles the fires of passion and integrity. Elusive and uncontrollable, comforting and disturbing, The Spirit purges our delusions with fire and whispers grace to our souls, empowering us to refuse what is evil, and be taken up with praise.

GO IN GOD’S NAME – BEGINNING OF MISSION

*Hymn No. 655 Sanctuary

*Pastoral Benediction Gradye Parsons

*Congregational Benediction May the grace of Christ, our Savior, and the love of God, our Father, and the fellowship of the Spirit be with us. May the grace of Christ, our Savior, and the love of God, our Father, and the fellowship of the Spirit be with us. Forever and ever, forevermore. Amen.

*Organ Postlude ____________________________________________________*For those who are able, please stand

Ushers: Chris Rohwer, Don Grogan, Denna Grogan, Tony Tuk Hearing Aids are available for use anywhere in the sanctuary. The ushers have them available.

Enlarged copies of hymns are at the sanctuary entrances.

Please recycle the bulletins and enlarged hymns. Place them in the boxes provided at the entrances to the sanctuary.

CHILDREN ARE WELCOME IN WORSHIPTo make families more comfortable we have Children’s worship bulletins, puzzle sheets & crayons are available at the entrances to the sanctuary. Children’s bibles are available in the pews. If you should desire child care, the nursery (room 109) is staffed for newborns-4 year olds.