Independent Presbyterian Church

INDEPENDENT
Presbyterian Church
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
RUF MISSIONS CONFERENCE
THE MISSION OF INDEPENDENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
is to make disciples of Jesus Christ in Memphis,
calling them into a devoted community of worshiping
and maturing believers, and sending them out to be
salt of the earth and light in the world,
all to the glory of God.
THE LORD’S DAY WORSHIP
THE FIRST DAY OF MARCH, TWO THOUSAND AND FIFTEEN
Eight-Thirty and Eleven O’clock
“I was glad when they said to me,‘Let us go to the house of the Lord!”’ — Psalm 122:1
THE PRELUDE
“How Deep the Father’s Love for Us”
Townend/arr. Powell
Lauren Conley, Hannah Hart, Sierra-Skye Olson and Mary Wright, Violins
Griffin Browne, Cello
Luke Folse, Clarinet
Jennifer Velázquez, Piano
THE CALL TO WORSHIP
Psalm 36:7-10
The Minister:
“How precious is Your steadfast love, O God! The children of mankind take
refuge in the shadow of Your wings.
The Congregation:
They feast on the abundance of Your house, and You give them drink from
the river of Your delights.
The Minister:
For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light do we see light.
The Minister and
Congregation:
Oh, continue Your steadfast love to those who know You, and Your
righteousness to the upright of heart!”
The Reverend Richie Sessions
Senior Pastor
RUF Campus Minister, Vanderbilt University, beginning Summer 2015
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THE PROCESSIONAL HYMN
“Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”
No. 457
THE INVOCATION AND THE LORD’S PRAYER
O
ur 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, for ever. Amen.
THE GLORIA PATRI
O Store Gud
O Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder
consider all the worlds Thy hands have made;
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder,
Thy pow’r thro’out the universe displayed.
Then sings my soul, my Saviour God, to Thee:
how great Thou art, how great Thou art!
˜ Please sign and pass the Friendship Pad at this time. ™
THE TESTIMONY
The Reverend Jason Sterling, 8:30 a.m.
RUF Campus Minister, University of Mississippi
The Reverend Brian Sorgenfrei, 11:00 a.m.
RUF Campus Minister, Mississippi State University
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THE CONFESSION OF SIN
F
ather in heaven, as we come to confess our sins this morning we are reminded of what King David
said in Psalm 51, “Against You, and You only, have I sinned and done what is evil in Your sight.”
This week, this day, we have sinned against You in numerous ways. Our hearts have delighted in the
things of this world more than they have delighted in You. Our hands and feet have been committed
to pursuing the pleasures of this world rather than service and love to our neighbor. Our eyes have
been fixed upon our needs and wants rather than the needs and wants of others. Our minds have been
preoccupied with strategies on how to build our own kingdoms rather than building Yours. Father,
our sins are many and they are great, and so in this moment we cast our hearts, our hands, our feet,
our eyes, our minds, all that we are, at the foot of the Cross, pleading for mercy, knowing that You are
a good and gracious God who delights in showing steadfast love and mercy to those whom You love.
Forgive us Father for it is You, and You only we have sinned against. Amen.
The Reverend John Craft, RUF Campus Minister, Rhodes College, 8:30 a.m.
The Reverend Johnathan Keenan, RUF Campus Minister, University of Memphis, 11:00 a.m.
THE ASSURANCE OF PARDON
“But He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities; upon Him was the
chastisement that brought us peace, and with His wounds we are healed. All we like sheep have gone
astray; we have turned — every one — to His own way; and the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of
us all.” — Isaiah 53:5-6
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THE HYMN OF ASSURANCE
“Thy Mercy, My God”
Words: John Stoker
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Music: Sandra McCracken
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THE OFFERTORY
“Rock of Ages (When the Day Seems Long)”
Elaine Clowers, Soprano
Harrison Howle, Director
McCracken
Rock of Ages, when the day seems long, From this labor and this heartache, I have come,
The skies will wear out, but You remain the same, Rock of Ages, I praise Your name.
Rock of Ages, You have brought me near, You have poured out Your life-blood, Your love, Your tears,
To make this stone heart come alive again, Rock of Ages, forgive my sin.
Rock of Ages, Rock of Ages, Bind Your children til the kingdom comes. Rock of Ages Your will be done.
Rock of Ages, when in want or rest, My desperate need for such a Savior I confess,
Pull these idols out from my heart’s embrace, Rock of Ages, I need Your grace.
Rock of Ages, broken scorned for me, Who am I that You would die to make me free?
To give me glory, You took the death and pain, Rock of Ages, my Offering.
Rock of Ages, “It is done!” You cried. The curtain’s torn and I see justice satisfied,
Now write Your mercy on my heart and hands, Rock of Ages, In faith I stand.
Rock of Ages, my great hope secure, Your promise holds just like an anchor to my soul,
Bind Your children with cords of love and grace, Rock of Ages, we give You praise.
THE SERMON
Acts 1:1-11 (pew Bible page 909)
“God’s Mission”
The Reverend David Jones
Grace Presbyterian Church, Silicon Valley, CA
RUF Campus Minister, Stanford University, 2003-2011
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THE HYMN OF PREPARATION
“O Love that Will Not Let Me Go”
Music: Christopher Miner
Words: George Matheson, 1882
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rest
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can dare
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Love
Light
Joy
Cross
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my
my
not
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life
bor through
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lift - est
that
that
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soul
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close my heart
ask to
fly
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that
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let
all
me
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Thee;
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lay
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feel
from
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THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
THE PRAYER OF CONSECRATION
THE WORDS OF INSTITUTION
“For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He
comes.” — 1 Corinthians 11:26
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THE HYMN OF RESPONSE
“Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken”
Words: Henry F. Lyte, 1824, 1833
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1. Je - sus, I
my
cross have tak - en,
2. Let the world de - spise
and leave me,
3. Go, then earth - ly
fame
and treas - ure,
4. Haste thee on from grace
to
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God's
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hence my
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Show
All
Faith
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and heaven
Thy face
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to sight
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all
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known.
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days
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Soon
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In Thy ser Heaven's e - ter -
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up - on me,
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mis - sion,
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Music: Bill Moore
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Thee;
too;
pain;
prayer;
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and
by
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own.
bright.
me.
praise.
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THE BENEDICTION
THE CHORAL RESPONSE
“Rock of Ages”
Twit
THE POSTLUDE
“His Wounds Have Paid My Ransom”
Powell
WELCOME TO IPC
Visitors are special at IPC. Please fill out the Friendship Pad and pass it down the aisle so that we will know
you were here. Join us on Wednesday evenings for our Fellowship Dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by an adult
Bible Study, Small Groups, and youth and children’s programs at 6:30 p.m.
Visitors interested in joining IPC are invited to attend our next Pathway Class for Prospective Members. Please
contact the Church Office, 901.685.8206, for more information.
A fully-staffed nursery is available during all services.
THE FLOWERS
The flowers in the Sanctuary are given to the glory of God
in loving memory of William Janovich by Ashley Janovich.
OUR CHURCH TODAY | MARCH 1
8:30 a.m. ..................................................................................................................................Worship Service
8:30 a.m. ...........................................................K-Church (Kindergarten) and Jr. Church (Grades 1 & 2)
9:45 a.m. .....................................................................................................................................Sunday School
11:00 a.m. .................................................................................................................................. Worship Service
11:00 a.m. ...........................................................K-Church (Kindergarten) and Jr. Church (Grades 1 & 2)
5:00 p.m. ...................................................................................................................Sr. High Choir Rehearsal
6:00 p.m. .......................................................................................Sunday Evening Worship, IPC Sanctuary
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OUR CHURCH WEDNESDAY | MARCH 4
5:30
5:30
6:30
6:30
6:30
6:30
7:30
p.m............................................................................................................................Dinner, Fellowship Hall
p.m........................................................................................................................... Jr. High Choir Rehearsal
p.m..........................................................................................Mike Malone, Teaching — Fellowship Hall
p.m...........................................................................................Preschool and Children’s Choir Rehearsals
p.m.......................................................................................... C.I.A.(Christ in Action) — Romper Room
p.m......................................................................................................Jr. High and Sr. High Youth Groups
p.m...............................................................................................................................Adult Choir Rehearsal
SUNDAY EVENING WORSHIP
Join us this evening at 6:00, in the IPC Sanctuary, as we conclude our RUF Missions Conference
with a special City-Wide RUF Alumni Service. The Ole Miss RUF Worship Team will lead
worship. The Reverend David Jones will preach. Nursery is provided.
2015 OFFICER NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS
Officer Elections are scheduled for Sunday, May 10, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, 5:30
p.m. - 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, May 17, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Nomination submissions for Deacons and
Elders have begun, and will continue through March 15. Nomination forms and deposit boxes will be
located in the Narthex and the Rotunda.
You will find a list of active Deacons and Ruling Elders attached to each deposit box. Those scheduled
to rotate off this year are highlighted in yellow. Please note these men are eligible to be nominated for
another four-year term.
EASTER EVE CONCERT
Mark your calendars for our annual Easter Eve Concert on Saturday, April 4, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Join us at
the Levitt Shell for a family-friendly event as we enjoy the music and talent of the Visible Music College
of Memphis. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs or blanket and your picnic basket.
MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST
Gentlemen, join us on Tuesday mornings at 6:30, in the Fellowship Hall, for our IPC Men’s Prayer
Breakfast. Enjoy a wonderful time of fellowship and prayer, as well as a delicious meal. The cost is
$3.00/person.
Audio recordings of this morning’s sermon are available in the bookstore immediately following
the 8:30 worship service, or during the following week on the internet at www.indepres.org.
~Please enjoy your coffee outside of the Sanctuary. Thank you.~
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Thanks for a great week!
Tom Cannon, RUF National Director
Les Newsom, RUF Mid-South and Alabama Area Coordinator
Pat Roach, RUF West Coordinator
Dawson Bean, RUF Campus Minister, University of Tennessee Martin
Chad Brewer, RUF Campus Minister, University of California Irvine
Trey Bundrick, RUF Campus Minister, University of Arkansas
John Craft, RUF Campus Minister, Rhodes College
Bradford Green, RUF Campus Minister, University of Central Arkansas and Hendrix College
Bryce Hales, RUF Campus Minister, University of Utah
Matt Howell, RUF Campus Minister, University of Tennessee Knoxville
Amy Hudson, RUF Campus Minister, RUF Staff, Meredith College
Ryan Hughs, RUF Campus Minister, Colorado State University
Johnathan Keenan, RUF Campus Minister, University of Memphis
Michael Keller, City Campus Ministry, NYC
Elbert McGowan, RUF Campus Minister, Jackson State
Way Rutherford, RUF Campus Minister, Baylor University
John Mark Scruggs, RUF Campus Minister, University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Brian Sorgenfrei, RUF Campus Minister, Mississippi State University
Jason Sterling, RUF Campus Minister, University of Mississippi
Seth Still, RUF Campus Minister, Delta State
Simon Stokes, RUF Campus Minister, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Sam Taaffe, RUF Campus Minister, Middle Tennessee State University
Alex Watlington, RUF Campus Minister, University of Southern California
Brent Webster, RUF Campus Minister, UC Berkeley
Joe White, RUF Campus Minister, UCLA
Jeff Wilkins, RUF Campus Minister, Tennessee Tech University
Britton Wood, RUF Campus Minister, Stanford University
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SERMON NOTES
4738 Walnut Grove Road
Memphis, Tennessee 38117
901.685.8206
www.indepres.org