New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church

7845 Coles Ferry PK, Lebanon, TN 37087 Church Phone 449-7020 www.NewHopeCPChurch.com email: nwhpchrch0@gmail.com CCLI Copyright License #11118959 Lead Pastor: Vernon Burrow 406-6385; Youth & Education Pastor: Brad Unland 844-4198; Minister of Music: Ben Spicer; Worship Leaders: Rebecca Butler, Karen White

Order for the Public Worship of God

January 12, 2014 Baptism of the Lord/First Sunday after the Epiphany 10:00 a.m. Enter to Worship THE PRELUDE (Please begin to take your seats to prepare for worship) *LIGHTING OF CANDLES (Symbolizing the bringing in of the Light of Christ) *THE PRAISE MEDLEY This Is the Day (Hymnal page 590) You Are Holy (Not in Hymnal) Jesus, Name Above All Names (Hymnal, page 112) *THE PRAYER OF ADORATION *THE PROFESSION OF FAITH (In Unison) The Apostles Creed #716 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 Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into Hades; the third day He rose again form the dead; He ascended into Heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God, the Father almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *THE GLORIA PATRI #623 CHILDRENS TIME (Children may come to the stage at this time. Parents may accompany very young children as needed. Followed by dismissal to Childrens Church.) *HYMN O Happy Day! #532 WELCOME TO WORSHIP AND ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFERTORY SENTENCE: Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this, says the Lord Almighty, and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that you will not have room enough for it. Malachi 3:10 (NIV) THE GIVING OF HIS TITHES AND OUR OFFERINGS *THE DOXOLOGY *THE PRAYER OF DEDICATION THE GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 3:13-17 The Baptism of Jesus (on back of bulletin) THE MESSAGE The Lords Baptism and Ours Pastor Vernon Burrow #625 THE BAPTISMAL COVENANT 1. Do you repent of your sin and believe Jesus Christ to be your Savior and the Lord of your life? I Do. 2. Do you believe the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to be the inspired word of God, the source of authority for faith and practice, and will you read and study them for guidance in living the Christian life? I do so believe and I do so promise. 3. Do you promise to be a faithful member of this church by participating in worship, sharing in its ministry of witness and service, supporting the government of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and loving your brothers and sisters in Christ? I do so promise. 4. Will you strive to overcome temptation and weakness, grow in knowledge and grace, and practice love in all relationships, being strengthened in your personal discipleship by your life in the community of faith? I will so strive. 5. Do you promise to be a good steward of the life, talents, time, and money which God has entrusted to you, giving of these gifts to the church? I do so promise. INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP AND CHURCH MEMBERSHIP *HYMN OF INVITATION Ill Live for Him #370 THE PASTORAL PRAYER AND PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THE LORDS PRAYER (In Unison) 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, the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. *PARTING HYMN God Be with You #602 Acolytes *THE BLESSING AND BENEDICTION *EXTINGUISHING THE CANDLES (Taking the Light into the World) *POSTLUDE Leave to Serve *Where this mark appears, all who are able please stand to honor God. (Feel free to stand or
keep seated according to your own comfort needs.)

Welcome January 12, 2014

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Our Prayer Requests

Prayer Requests (and to remove names from list)
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The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous person availeth much. James 5:16
(For additions to or deletions from this list, or to place information in this bulletin, please call 449-7020 or email the church at info@newhopecpchurch.com.)

Confidential (Pastor only) (Note: Please indicate whether to include name(s) on Prayer List or not)

Praise and Answered Prayer

-Louann & Gill Gustafson -Kathy JardinaJohnson (req. by Dena) -Amanda Greene (leukemia diagnosis) -Dora Smith (req.by Leigh Roderick) -Abigail Jardina -Sherry Tamberino -Lavina Dickson -Doug Tomlinson (Pattys husband) -Pauline Horton -Helen Moss (Rachel Greers mother) -Debbie Vales -Sarah Voss and Family -Vivian Smrtic (out-of-state member)

-Betty Williams -Ethan Hawn (Paula Hawns nephew) -Glenda Williams (Richs co-worker) -Jackie Hill (Louise Yates sister) -Jeff Granstaff (Louise Yates son) -Margaret Christmas -Lacey Wilbur (Karen Whites daughter) -Cara Ladd (Karen Whites daughter) -Jean B. Smith (Paul Browns aunt) -Lisa Bartlett (Scott and Brians mother) -Dora Crawford (homebound) -Luke Smith (Evelyns grandson)

The Lords and Ours

Baptism

Ministry Leaders
Today: Lock-Up: Evelyn Price. Media: Johnny Crowder. Ushers: Clayton Fisher, Jimmy Reynolds, Sean Haynes, Rich Binney. Nursery: Paula Hawn. Hospitality: Connie Spears. Next Sunday, Jan. 19: Lock-Up: Robert Haynes. Media: Rick White. Ushers: Bill & Kelly Brown, Mike Sebolt, Bobby Thompson. Nursery: Amanda Shoemake. Hospitality: Judy Fields & Ron Hensley.

The Gospel Lesson

The worship theme this Sunday is informed by the story of Jesus Baptism and how it connects with our own Baptism. Near the end of the service we will look at the Baptismal Covenant. We hope each person will remember your baptism and the privilege and the responsibility that is implied for you. Or if you have not yet been baptized you will be reminded again of what a great gift God gives to you if you want to accept Christ and be baptized. Matthew 3:13-17 The Baptism of Jesus New International Version (NIV) 13 Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. 14 But John tried to deter him, saying, I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me? 15 Jesus replied, Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this to fulfill all righteousness. Then John consented. 16 As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.

Welcome to Worship
elcome to New Hope Church, now into our third century serving God! If you are visiting, you will discover a loving, spirit-filled church family. Here is some helpful information as you join us in worship today: All who worship here are equals in the sight of God, regardless of race, age, gender, physical disability or religious affiliation. Communion, when celebrated, is open to all who profess Christ as Lord and Savior, whether affiliated with this church or not. Children may partake of Communion as well, if parents approve. A nursery is available during the service; please see a greeter for directions. (This is for infants and children up to 3 years of age.) Handicap-accessible restrooms are located off the narthex (main foyer) and adjacent to the entrance lobby in the Fellowship Hall/Gym. Please complete the tear-off attendance slip attached to the bulletin and drop it in the offering plate so we will have a record of your visit with us today. Thank you for remembering to silence your cell phone during the service. We ask that there be no food or beverages in the sanctuary, please. If you arrived as a visitor we hope that you leave as a friend and worship with us often! New Hope Church exists to: Glorify God in worship and rejoice in our life together; Share the Good News of the Gospel in word and deed; Reach as many as we can with the saving love of Jesus; Help each person grow toward Christian maturity, and find their place of service in the church and in the world.

Ministries/Activities Within Our Church

New Year Prayer Services. 15 prayer warriors attended the first Wednesday night meeting! 6:30 - 7:30 is the prayer meeting itself. 5:30 - 6:30 Pastor is present at the meeting place. Last week one person was there when the pastor arrived and people kept coming in during the hour giving time for informal greetings, discussing the church, etc. Any who wish private meeting with the pastor may ask him and go into the church office for whatever their needs are: counseling, prayer, confession, etc. 7:30 to 8:30 Pastor is also available for private meetings on the same basis as during the 5:30 - 6:30 hour. From the Pastors Notes: I believe that meeting of the 15 who came last week was one of the most spiritually satisfying experience I have had since I have been your pastor. We prayed for the church as a whole, realizing we can never reach our goal for this year without Gods help and a fresh pouring out of the spirit of God. Several people present were standing in the need of prayer and received a prayer and laying on hands from another member of the group. We named some people in and outside of the church who needed prayer and we prayed for them by name. I handed out some Intercessory Prayer sheets that you can use as a record sheet for those for whom you are praying. We did a little study on prayer from the

outline in the Lords Prayer. We noted the many time in the book of Acts the early church prayed together. How can we today even think about having a successful church if it does not devote itself to prayer? I feel quite sure that all 15 of us will come back next Wednesday, and that others will want to come also. The Church Session will meet this Tuesday evening, January 14, for the regular monthly meeting. 2014 Offering Envelopes are available on the old communion table in the Narthex. Using the envelopes enables you to designate the budget(s) to which you are giving and also ensures that you will receive proper documentation of your giving for tax purposes. Attendance Goal for 2014. Increase Sunday morning average attendance to reach 100. This goal set by the church leaders is entirely possible, but it will take a strong commitment on the part of every member of our congregation. Please see the Pastors Notes on the church website for suggestions from him on how to work toward this goal. Compassionate Hands. This program that benefits the homeless community of Lebanon continues to do good work here at New Hope. Call Alene or Lee Ann if you would like to help or the church at 444-7020. New Hope invites the men of the church and the surrounding community to a weekly Prayer Breakfast each Tuesday morning at 6:00 a.m. A devotional is shared over breakfast, and a time of prayer follows before the busy workday begins. In a casual atmosphere men may discuss concerns that stay within the group. A bond between friends develops. This is a meaningful time of fellowship for the men who attend. Visitors are always welcome. Come join us! Stephen Ministry - Got a burden? You dont have to carry that burden alone. You can have a STEPHEN MINISTER who will spend time with you, listen to you, and walk beside you. If you or someone you know is interested in receiving care through the Stephen Ministry program at New Hope, please contact the pastor through the Church office at (615) 449-7020 and request that a Stephen minister contact you.

Lectionary Readings
Baptism of the Lord/First Sunday after the Epiphany. Isaiah 42:19; Psalm 29; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17. Color: White or Gold