The Words of Preparation Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary
COME, GROW YOUR FAITH!
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Adult Sunday Morning Classes for NEXT Sunday, meeting at 9:30
The Words of Preparation
Theological formation is the gradual and often painful discovery of God’s
incomprehensibility. You can be competent in many things, but you cannot be
competent in God.
Henri J. M. Nouwen
The Welcome (Please sign, pass, and return the blue Friendship Register)
The Introit Lord, You Are My God
Franz Joseph Haydn
Kate Rowland, soloist
Lord, you are my God, for you I long, for you my soul cries out. Like dry land for water,
Lord, for you I long. Your steadfast love, O Lord, is ever true. O Lord, I will ever praise
you, with joy I will ever praise you. I sing with joy, I sing your name.
Psalm 63:1-4
The Call to Worship Psalm 95
O come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our
salvation!
Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a
joyful noise to him with songs of praise!
For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods.
In his hand are the depths of the earth; the heights of the
mountains are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, and the dry
land, which his hands have formed.
O come, let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord, our
Maker!
For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the
sheep of his hand.
Let us stand in honor,
And let us worship God!
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The Hymn 485 To God Be the Glory
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The Prayer of Adoration
TO GOD BE THE GLORY
Lizzy Bradford
The First Reading Romans 8:12-25
The Prayer of Confession
Almighty God our heavenly Father, we confess that we have sinned against
you. You call us to live according to the Spirit, yet we follow the ways of the
flesh. You offer us life in the Spirit, and we fall back into slavery, pursuing
the things of this world that cannot satisfy. You give us a reason to hope, and
yet we live our lives in fear and hopelessness, wondering if we can truly trust
your promises. Lord, in your mercy, forgive us our faults, and by your Spirit,
draw us into deeper communion with you. Teach us to know you that we
might love you more intimately and follow you more closely. Hear now our
silent prayers of confession…. (in silence…)
The Assurance of Pardon
Friends, hear and believe the good news of the gospel. In Christ, there is
forgiveness for all who call upon him.
Alleluia. AMEN!
Bible Walk (All ages)
Not meeting
Room E101
Cornerstone (All ages) And God Saw That It Was Good, Michael Grogan
Miller Library
Miller Library
Covenanters (Couples w/children) And God Saw That It Was Good, Michael Grogan
Faith and Family (Parents) The 5 Love Languages of Children, Charlotte and Michael Brown
West Parlor
Forum (All ages)
And God Saw That It Was Good, Michael Grogan
Miller Library
Harbingers (Singles/couples) And God Saw That It Was Good, Michael Grogan
Miller Library
Mariners (Seniors)
The Book of Confessions, Bruce and Jean Lemmon
E104
The Niche (Young adults) Three Distinct Religions with Christian Roots in America, Patrick Grogan E205
Reflections (All ages)
The Ten Commandments, Video Series
E103
Seekers (TIF/FPC)
The Parables of Jesus Christ
E100
Shepherds (Singles/couples) Basic Christianity, Steve Caldwell and Bob Farris
E203
Sojourners (All ages)
Cults, Tim and Krista Schaafsma
E204
Westminster (All ages)
And God Saw That It Was Good, Michael Grogan
Miller Library
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EVENTS THIS WEEK
Today 07/27/14
Worship Services: 8:00 a.m. in Kerr Chapel; 8:30 a.m. in Stephenson Hall;
11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary, Stephenson Hall, and Tulsa International Fellowship in the
Great Hall, BC.
FPC Swim Time. 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Camp Loughridge Aquatics Center. For FPC members
and their guests every Sunday until September.
Monday 07/28/14
Memorial Service for Fred Murray. 11:00 a.m. Kerr Chapel.
Memorial Service for Stephen Dale. 4:00 p.m. Sanctuary.
Tuesday 07/29/14
Tuesday Morning Men’s Fellowship Study. 6:45 - 7:45 a.m. Room E313.
Called Session Meeting. 5:30 p.m. Dinner. 6:15 p.m. Meeting. Room E104.
Men’s Cursillo Accountability Group. 6:00 p.m. KRC, BC.
Wednesday 07/30/14 Men’s Bible Study. 6:45 - 7:45 a.m. Room E101.
Thursday 07/31/14
Men’s Bible Study. 6:30 a.m. Panera, 41st and Hudson.
Friday 08/01/14
Every Friday Socials. 1:00 p.m. 2nd floor lobby, BC. Friends, snacks, and
fun. Do you like to play Dominos or other games? We invite you to join us.
Saturday 08/02/14
July 30 - August 11
August 14-15
August 16-17
September 7
September 12
September 19
October 12
October 31
Before the Rooster Crows. 8:45 a.m. Room E103.
Mark Your Calendars With These Events:
Romanian Mission Trip.
Global Leadership Summit.
Inquirer’s Class.
Breakfast on Boston
and Festival Sunday - One worship service at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
FPC Golf Tournament benefitting Helping Hand Ministry.
Evenings at the Bernsen - Sun Min Kim, Concert Pianist.
41st Annual Organ Concert by Ron Pearson.
Evenings at the Bernsen - OSU Concert Chorale and Chamber Choir.
Thank everyone for the lovely reception last Sunday. I treasure all of you and our times
together and will think of my First Church family often as I settle into my new home in
Dallas. A special thanks to Jane Hawkins, Joan Hoar, Barbara Peters, Cathy Akin, and
Monte Prater for arranging a special day and for many wonderful memories.
Much love, Freda Huckin
The Summer Choir welcomes you! You are invited to add your voice to the Summer
Choir for the 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary service. The only time requirement is a brief rehearsal
at 10:15 a.m. in the Choir Room. If you’ve always wanted to give it a try, here’s your
opportunity - please join us!
THE FIRST CHURCH UPDATES
On Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in July and August, we are offering a class series, “And
God Saw That It Was Good.” Experts Harry Todd, Dr. Katie McQueen, Michael Grogan and Jean
Lemmon will offer their Christian insight into the geologic history and the creatures, heavens,
and waters of God’s good earth. The series continues through August 3 in the Miller Library.
Venue change for “Faith and Technology”! Please join us at 9:30 a.m. in the 1st Floor
Reception Area of the Bernsen Center on Sundays, August 10 and 17. Our summer intern
Michael Raubach, who holds a Masters degree in Religion, Theology and Culture from the
University of Glasgow, will explore the theology and questions of technology and its connections
with the Christian faith.
To notify the church of a birth, death, illness, hospitalization; change of address or
phone number in your family; or to request a pastoral visit at home or in the hospital, please
contact Dionna Schooley (918-301-1029 or [email protected]).
First Church is currently seeking a full-time Associate Director of Middle School Ministries
and a full-time Ministry Assistant for Mission and Outreach. To read a job description and/or to
submit your resume, please visit www.firstchurchtulsa.org/resources/employment.
Opportunity to serve International Students – International Community Outreach gives
used furniture to new international students at the University of Tulsa, on Saturday, August 23.
Your furniture and presence can be a blessing. Used furniture (beds, chairs, desks, etc.)
suitable for apartments will be picked up each Saturday, July 26 - August 16. To donate items,
contact us at [email protected] or 918-345-2062 or 918-504-3489.
The next Inquirers’ Class will be held on Saturday, August 16, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Room
E100 and on Sunday, August 17, from 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. Room 206.
NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES UPDATE
High Five. Our last event is on Tuesday, July 29, and we are finally going to the River Country
Water Park in Muskogee! We’ll leave from the church at 10:15 a.m. and make a quick stop at
the QuikTrip at 129th and Hwy. 51 for those who may want to join the caravan. We’ll leave the
park at 2:00 p.m. to return to Tulsa. Contact Jan Miller (918-301-1006) with questions.
TINA - (Totally Into gNarly Adventures). TINA is the Pathfinder Summer Program and we
will be meeting on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. from June 25 - July 30 in
various Pathfinders’ homes. The evening includes swimming or games, snacks, a lesson and
small groups.
Pathfinders Discipleship Quest is a local mission overnight opportunity for all current 6th
and 7th graders. On August 8 - 9, we will be serving at different locations on Friday and
Saturday mornings with fun activities and meaningful lessons in between. We will spend the
night in the PowerHouse and the cost is $10. Register online at www.firstchurchtulsa.org.
Exodus Night – Tuesdays from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. from June 24 - August 12. The evening usually
includes swimming or games, snacks, a lesson and small groups. Check the Exodus Facebook
page for locations. If you have questions or want to host, please contact Dan Russell
([email protected]).
44 Hours of Fun (for incoming 9th - 12th graders) will be on August 8 - 10. We’ll float the
Illinois River near Tahlequah and play games, watch movies and fellowship in the PowerHouse.
Cost is $50 for everything. Register online (www.firstchurchtulsa.org) by Sunday, August 3.
UKirk Bible Study. Thursdays from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Join us for dinner, fellowship, worship,
and study. We are looking for host homes, so if you would like to host or need more
information, please contact Rev. Dan Hutchinson (918-613-1351 or dhutchinson@
firstchurchtulsa.org).
Our First Church UKirk Intern needs a home from the middle of August 2014 until the end
of May 2015. The host family would provide food and lodging for the intern. We are ideally
looking for someone in the mid-town area, as the Intern’s responsibilities will be at TU and the
church. For more information, please contact Daniel Hutchinson (dhutchinson@
firstchurchtulsa.org).
The Peace of Christ
Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us forgive one another.
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
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THE PARISH REGISTER
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The Response Glory Be To The Father
GLORIA PATRI
Glory 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.
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The Affirmation of Faith The Apostles’ Creed (hymnal, p. 14)
Prayers for Healing: Sheri Allen, Michael Arthur, Bob Balch, Bette Baumer, Julia
Becwar, Brenda Bender, Jay Brady, Janice Burnett, Joan Hastings Camp, George
Cheatham, Diane Cherry, Robert Clemens, Jean Conkwright, Beth Delametter, Janice
Dorndorfer, Maxine Dubois, Donna Droege, Susan Fesperman, Kimberly Flanagan,
Betty Foote, Bill Gent, Marsue Gent, Trenton Hall, Donovan Hamilton, Betty Hawes,
Mary Hight, Bill Huckin, Lee Johns, Betty Kelly, Levan Kelly, Tom King, Robert Kramer,
Bob Lawless, Jimmie Mathews, George Matson, Lynn Miller, Frances Morgan, Judy
Murray, Jackson Owens, Lanette Owens, Patti Parker, Jim Pearson, Lily Ramey, Lisa
Rice, Monnie Roney, Alice Savage, Patrick Schwartz, April Smith, Burton Speed, Lewis
Taggart, Bill Thompson, Audrey Tucker, Ruth Wilson, Richard Wright.
The Sacrament of Baptism
Elders Gary Mathews and Anna Milligan
Graham Anthony Bevel, son of Shane and Frances Bevel
With Gratitude for the Resurrection: Frederick Murray, a member since 1975, died
on July 20, 2014; Stephen Dale, a member since 1960, died on July 23.
The Hymn of Preparation 356 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
The Sacrament of Baptism: Molly Beth McCracken, daughter of Ryan and Carrie
McCracken; and Henrik James Sundahl, son of Lukas and Sara Sundahl, were baptized
on July 20.
NETTLETON
Letters of Well Wishing are available for you to sign before or after the services. This
week letters go to Beverly Dale and to our volunteers for Works of HeArt at the Day
Center for the Homeless.
The Second Reading Psalm 42
The Sermon
The Lord Reigns in Our Lament
Rev. Daniel Hutchinson
Why are you cast down, O my soul,
and why are you in turmoil within me? (Psalm 42:5)
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WORSHIP NOTES
The flowers for today’s worship service in the Sanctuary are given in loving memory of
of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elton Schelper and Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Holmes by Col. Shirley
Schelper and Dr. June Holmes.
The Prayer of Dedication
The Offertory Only in God
John Michael Talbot
Only in God is my soul at rest, in Him comes my salvation. He only is my rock, my
strength and my salvation. My stronghold, my Savior, I shall not be afraid at all. My
stronghold, my Savior, I shall not be moved. Only in God is found safety when my
enemy pursues me. Only in God is found glory when I am found meek and found
lowly. Refrain.
Psalm 62
The Hymn 276 Great Is Thy Faithfulness
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The Charge and Benediction
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The Postlude Fanfare on TO GOD BE THE GLORY
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Please stand
LORD
REIGNS!
Praying the Psalms
in Every Season
Keeping the “Lord’s Will” in “our Will” extends what we can do to advance the Kingdom
beyond our lifetime! Have you included the First Church Foundation in your will?
For those who need assistance in the Sanctuary or Stephenson Hall, audio headsets are
available from the ushers. Also available are large-print hymnals and Bibles.
The Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer
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Do you (or someone you know) need prayer? Please complete a prayer request card
from the Sanctuary pews and place it in the offering plate or in the Prayer Request box
located in the Narthex. Pastors and members of the Guild of Intercessors will pray over your
request. All prayer requests will be treated in a confidential manner.
THE
FAITHFULNESS
Don Hustad
First Church telecasts are: Sunday 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m., and 10:00 p.m. on Cox 3 and
Channel 703 (HD); Saturday 7:00 p.m. on Cox 7 and KWHB-UHF 47. Also now available on
the church website, www.firstchurchtulsa.org on the “Digital Media” tab.
THE FIRST CHURCH MINISTRY STAFF
James D. Miller, Ph.D., Co-Pastor
Ryan V. Moore, M.Div., Co-Pastor
Elaine H. Cervini, M.Div., Associate Pastor
James Estes, M.Div., Associate Pastor
Daniel Hutchinson, M.Div., Associate Pastor
Wambugu Gachungi, M.Div., Director of Tulsa
International Fellowship
Steve Caldwell, Chief Operating Officer
Duff Points, Executive Director of Ministries
Called to make fully-devoted followers of Jesus Christ
Inwardly Strong
and
Outwardly Focused.
Lucas Forsythe, Director of Communications
Patricia Hall, Director of New Member Outreach
Elaine G. Horkey, Director of Planned Giving Ministries
Jan Miller, Director of Children’s Ministries
Ronald J. Pearson, M.M., Organist and
Director of Music Ministries
Amy Russell, Assistant Director of Children’s Ministries
Dan Russell, Director of High School Student Ministries
Steve Wilson, Director of Middle School Student Ministries
JULY 27, 2014
Tulsa’s First Church is a Stephen Ministry Congregation.
If you or someone you know needs the support of a good listener
who offers distinctively Christian caring, please call 918-301-1039.
709 South Boston Avenue ✞ Tulsa, Oklahoma 74119
(918) 584-4701 ✞ www.firstchurchtulsa.org
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First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa