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!

These Days, daily devotionals for January –March, are available at the entrances to the sanctuary. Pairs and Spares will meet on Thursday, January 10 at 12:00 noon at Chop House in Ftn City. Please email or call the church office to reserve your spot. 2019 Offering envelopes are available to pick up on the table outside the church office.

Caregiver Support Group for Dementia Diseases will meet in the fireside room on Thursday, January 10 at 12:00 noon. Lunch provided.

Fountain City Lion's Club was able to meet its goal of providing 112 bicycles for Mission of Hope's annual service of providing toys, food and hygiene articles to 28 schools in NE Tennessee and SE Kentucky. This was in part because of the love, grace and generosity of members Sunday School classes of FCPC. Thank you and God bless. 

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

WelcomeFor our members and guests convenience we have baby changing tables in the

following locations – please see an usher if you are not sure of the locations:

Hallway below the narthex (entrance to the sanctuary) Women’s restroom in the hallway to the left of the pulpit 2nd & 3rd floor men’s & women’s restrooms in the Davis Education Building

(located to the right of the pulpit)

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January 6, 2019Epiphany of the Lord

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 Chancel Choir

Call to Worship – Isaiah 60Leader: Arise, shine; for your light has come; and the glory of the

Lord has risen upon you.People: Lift up your eyes and look around; sons and daughters

gather together, they come to you.Leader: Then you shall see and be radiant; your heart shall thrill

and rejoicePeople: They shall bring gold and frankincense, and shall

proclaim the praise of the Lord.Leader: Let us worship God.

Opening Prayer Brett MillerMerciful God of deliverance, we praise you for sending Jesus as Light for the nations. He is the glory and radiance of your compassion and care. Our eyes behold the brightness of your promised righteousness; you illumine our darkness with the hope of your justice. As

generations before us, we stand in awe of your splendor; we bow down to worship you, lifting our voices in praise of your goodness and giving heed to your instruction.

(please stand as the organ begins)

*Hymn No. 2 Holy God, We Praise Thy Name

Scripture Reading Psalm 72:1-7, 12-24, p. 450

Call to Confession Chancel Choir

Prayer of Confession Brett MillerSource of salvation and Bringer of life, we fail to sense the mystery of your love. We bear grudges against our neighbors, while it is your

nature to forgive. We hold tightly to our possessions, while Christ blesses the poor. In him you have spoken peace, yet we live in turmoil. We care little for this planet, which you in goodness created for our habitation. In mercy forgive us, and help us to amend our ways. Silent Prayer of ConfessionDeclaration 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. 288 We Three Kings

PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD

Ritual of Friendship Brett Miller Members and Guests - Please sign and pass the friendship register

located on the center aisle under the pew in front Anthem Chancel Choir

Scripture Matthew 2:1-12, p. 733

Sermon Telstar Gradye Parsons

GIVE THANKS TO GOD

Offertory  

*Doxology Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

The Celebration Hymnal, P. 815 *Affirmation of Faith Brett Miller

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. The Apostles’ Creed

THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION

*Hymn No. 186 Lord, Be Glorified

The Invitation The sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is Christ’s gift to His church. This boundless gift is offered without regard to denominational affiliation, church membership, or personal merit. Communion is a gift of grace whereby through symbolic elements of bread and fruit of the vine, we are mystically united with the presence of Christ. Jesus invites all who desire

a living relationship with Him to dine at his table. All of our bread is gluten-free.

Prayer of Thanksgiving

Words of Institution

Serving of the Bread and Cup

Closing Prayer and 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.

*Hymn No. 186 Lord, Be

GO IN GOD’S NAME – BEGINNING OF MISSION

*Pastoral Benediction Gradye Parsons

*Congregational Benediction Make us one, Lord, make us one. Holy Spirit make us one. Let Your love flow so the world will know We are one in You.

Organ Postlude             *For those who are able, please standUshers: Michael Limbaugh, Nan Scott, Jeff Thomas Accompanist: Todd Spangler, George Hill

Fountain City Presbyterian LOVES children in worshipTo make families more comfortable we have worship bags that contain a clipboard, a “boogie board”, markers, crayons and colored pencils in the wagons located in the Narthex and outside the sanctuary near the chancel. Children’s bulletins and color sheets are in the clear bags. Please return the worship bags to the nearest wagon after worship.