FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

A Place To Belong

Sunday, April 26th, 2015

11:00 a.m.

In the Heart of Saskatchewan’s Capital City

www.firstbaptistregina.ca

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

Welcome in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Bibles (blue cover) and hymnbooks (brown cover) are provided for your

use.

A nursery is available in the lower hall for infants and toddlers.

Washrooms are also located in the lower hall.

If you wish to have a cushion or hard of hearing headset, please speak to one of the ushers who will be happy to obtain these items for you.

We invite you to complete one of the blue Visitor Cards in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate toward the end of the worship service. This will help us get to know you better!

Please silence cell phones and other electronics. Speak softly, move slowly and allow each one present to listen for God’s voice.

Many people have allergies to fragrances and perfumes, so we try to keep our church a scent-free zone in consideration of the health and wellbeing of others! Thank you!

Should you wish to have someone pray with or for you, today’s Deacon-on-Duty will be pleased to meet with you following the worship service. Please come to the front, west side pew.

Perhaps this prayer may help you begin your preparation today: “Loving God, Your Son Jesus is the good shepherd of Your people. He revealed Your love by laying down His life for His flock. Prepare

us this morning that reverently, thoughtfully, lovingly and

hopefully, both in the Word read and proclaimed, we may hear His

voice and follow where He leads. This we ask in His name. Amen.”

Ushers: Greeters: William Crook (Head Usher) Sanctuary: THIS COULD BE YOU! Bill & Alice Pompu Balcony: William & Janet Romanuk Eileen Hutton Elevator: Gibril Butoy

Deacon on Duty: AV Ministry: Vi Maeers Kevin Rich

Service of Worship Sunday, April 26th, 2015 Fourth Sunday of Easter

11:00 a.m.

*Indicates congregation is invited to stand as able*

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THE GATHERING OF GOD’S PEOPLE

Music for Gathering Mark Anderson

Morning Chimes Mark Anderson

*The Introit “Christ is Risen” Congregation (Tune: Hymn to Joy – “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee #13)

Christ is risen! Raise your spirits from the caverns of despair. Walk with gladness in the morning, see what love can do and dare.

Drink the wine of resurrection, not a servant, but a friend; Jesus is our companion. Joy and peace shall never end.

Welcome Mark McKim

Reflective Moment

THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD

Call to Worship Joel Russell-MacLean

*Hymn of Praise “Ye Servants of God” (vs. 1 & 2) #17

Children’s Moment Joel Russell-MacLean

Hymn of Praise “Ye Servants of God” (vs. 3 & 4) #17

Gift of Music “Come to Jesus” John Nelson

CONFESSION OF SIN

Call to Confession John Nelson Prayer of Confession Assurance of Pardon

Gift of Music “The Journey” Sanctuary Choir

THE WORD OF GOD READ

Scripture Reader: Brenda Beckman-Long

A Reading From the Book of Acts: Acts 4:5-12 (N.T. pg. 121) Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 23

Leader: The Lord in my Shepherd, I shall not want.

Congregation: He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still

waters;

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Choir: He restores my soul.

Leader: He leads me in right paths for His name’s sake.

Congregation: Even though I walk through the darkest

valley, I fear no evil for You are with me;

Leader: Your rod and Your staff they comfort me.

Choir: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;

Leader: You anoint my head with oil; my cup

overflows.

ALL: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow

me all the days of my life and I shall

dwell in the house of the Lord my whole life long.

*Gloria Patri #623 Congregation 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, Amen.

The Gospel Lesson: John 10:11-18 (N.T. pg. 103)

Leader: This is the word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God!

THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED

*Hymn of Approach “Rescue the Perishing” #299

Sermon “The Good Shepherd” Mark McKim

RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD

Hymn of Response #305 “Lord, Thy Church on Earth is Seeking” (vs. 1&3)

(Tune: Hyfrydol) Congregational Life and Ministry Mark McKim Call to Prayer Norma Holtslander Prayers of the People

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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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into

temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

Our Gifts & Offerings Mark Anderson

*Response Of Praise “Praise the Lord” Congregation Praise the Lord from whom all blessings flow. He has washed

and made me white as snow. I’m redeemed from all my sin and shame. Now and forever praise His holy name! Praise His holy

name! Praise His holy name! To God be the glory, now and forever, praise His holy name!

Benediction Mark McKim

*Choral Benediction “Because He Lives” (chorus only) Congregation Because He lives, we can face tomorrow;

Because He lives, all fear is gone; Because we know He holds the future,

And life is worth the living just because He lives.

Music For Departing Mark Anderson

April 19, 2015 Worship Attendance

Morning Worship Service 166

“A TIME FOR FRIENDS”

Please join us in the lower hall for coffee, tea, juice, cookies and fellowship.

April 19: Eleanore Russell, Gordon Magel, Irene & Vic Sotropa.

Preparing For Next Sunday: Scripture Lessons May 3rd

Old Testament Lesson Isaiah 5:1-7 New Testament Lesson John 15:1-17

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SPRING CAMPAIGN 2015: Build the Building Fund!

The annual Spring Financial Campaign this year seeks to replenish our church’s building fund, which is used for major renovations and repairs. The Trustees (i.e. Deacons and Treasurer together) have decided the first call on the fund will be for a significant upgrade to our sanctuary sound system. The overall goal is $30,000, and the campaign will run from April 12 to June 15. If you wish to contribute, please make a cheque out to First Baptist Church with a note “Building Fund” in the memo line.

$30,000 $25,000 $20,000 $15,000 $10,000 $5000 $1715.00 (to date)

$1000

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A Baby Shower to Welcome the Newest Sentis,

Timothy Robert!

Where: FBC Lower Hall

When: Saturday, May 9th at 10:30 a.m.

Who: EVERYONE!!

If you want to contribute to a group gift please contact

Heather Russell-MacLean 306-531-5634

rusmac@sasktel.net

MUSIC MINISTRIES

My “Favourites” of 2014-2015

Have you enjoyed a particular GIFT OF MUSIC sung/played during

2014-2015? Please place a check mark beside the music anthem(s) or

person(s) you would like to hear once again during May, June, and/or

September.

Place this tear off in the offering plate!

All the Earth Sing Forth arr. Hal Hopson

+An Advent Prayer Allen Pote

+Angels We Have Heard On High arr. David Lantz

As a Little Child Joseph Martin

*At the Table of the Lord David Angerman/Joseph Martin

Beautiful Savior David Allen

+Can This Be God’s Son? Lloyd Larson

Consider the Lilies Natalie Sleeth

Creation Will Be At Peace Anna Laura Page

Delight Yourself in the Lord Michael Barrett

*Finished Joe Parks (women’s chorus)

*Hallelujah Chorus G. F. Handel

*He Lifted Me Joseph Martin

He Never Said a Mumbalin’ Word arr. Lloyd Larson

Holy Spirit, Speak to Me Douglas Nolan

*Humble Cross Joel Raney

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I Saw the Light arr. Mosie Lister (men’s chorus)

+Jesus, Oh, What a Wonderful Child arr. Lloyd Larson

*Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley arr. Larry Shackley

*Lamb of God arr. Lloyd Larson

+Lightshine Joseph Martin

*Lord Is It I? Joseph Martin

*O Sacred Head Now Wounded arr. Patti Drennan

+Once In Royal David’s City arr. Howard Helvey

+One Small Child arr. Lloyd Larson

+One Small Lamb Michael Barrett

Pray For the People Pepper Choplin

Prayer for Guidance Allen Pote

+Prepare and Celebrate Joseph Martin

*Shadow of the Cross Michael Barrett

+Still, Still, Still Kirby Shaw

*Sunrise, Resurrection Joseph Martin

+Sussex Carol Philip Young

The Prayer David Foster & Carole Sager (duet)

+Time For Advent Stewart Harris

Walk in the Light Joseph Martin

Walk Worthy Joseph Martin

*When You Prayed Beneath the Trees Lloyd Larson

Music by Exaltation, JuBELLation, piano solos by Lorna Gorman, Becky

Nelson & Christa Walsh Organ, solos by Mark Anderson. Vocal

solos/duets: Zane Clifford, Andrew Jackson, Karen Martin, John Nelson,

Jack Sailor, Charlee Wielgoz, Rob & David Nelson, Dawn Henry &

Christa Walsh.

If you have any additional requests, please use the space below to

write your requests. Thank you for your support of the music

ministry of First Baptist Church.

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Voice NOVEL Study – Our next novel will be “Arriving” by Corinne Jeffrey. Corinne was born in Duff, Saskatchewan and “Arriving” is the first book of a trilogy set in rural Saskatchewan during the early 20th century. The novel study will be potluck brunch on Saturday, May 2nd. All women who love to read are welcome. Please let Laureen or Martha know if you are planning to attend so we know how many to plan for 306-757-8403.

THE SOUND COMMITTEE IS REQUESTING YOUR HELP!

The Sound Committee is testing new speakers in the sanctuary. We would like everyone to help us assess whether they are improving the sound quality of our services. Would you please take a few minutes to give us your evaluation of the sound this week? We will use your information to make adjustments to the placement and output of the speakers to see if we can produce a sound that pleases most people. If we have a better sound, we will proceed to buy and mount speakers that are aesthetically pleasing.

1) Where did you sit? (main floor/balcony front/middle/back

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2) When did you assess the sound?

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3) What was the sound volume? (too loud, too quiet)

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4) How was the sound quality? (clear/muddy/muffled/”cold”, etc)

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5) When was there ringing or feedback?

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6) Other Comments - ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 7) Name and Contact information please____________________________ ____________________________________________________________

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MONDAY 7:30 P.M. VIVACE REHEARSAL – LOWER HALL

TUESDAY 10:00 A.M. STAFF MEETING – BOARD ROOM 5:00 P.M. TNT (BYOM) – LOWER HALL 6:00 P.M. ADULT DISCUSSION GROUP – LIBRARY 6:00 P.M. JUBELLATION - SANCTUARY

WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. PRAYER BREAKFAST – LOWER HALL 6:30 P.M. DIACONATE MEETING – BOARD ROOM

THURSDAY 7:00 P.M. SANCTUARY CHOIR PRACTICE - SANCTUARY

SATURDAY 7:30 P.M. VIVACE SPRING CONCERT - SANCTUARY

SUNDAY 9:30 A.M. LEARNING FOR LIFE – BOARD ROOM 11:00 A.M. COMBINED COMMUNION SERVICE – SANCTUARY

Anyone requesting prayer by FBC’s PRAYER CHAIN for himself or herself, a loved one or a friend, please contact Pearl Bretz (prayer chain coordinator) 757-3176 with the information. If anyone is ill and wishes to have ministers and/or deacons come and pray for healing and/or anoint with oil (James 5:14), you may make arrangements for

such by contacting Annabel Robinson 761-1458

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF

Rev. Dr. Mark G. McKim, Sr. Minister (ext 222) Sound Room (ext 228)

Rev. John Nelson Jr., Assoc. Minister (ext 223) Rev. Dr. George Baxter, Minister Emeritus

Rev. Joel Russell-MacLean, Assoc. Minister (ext 224) George McKenzie, Custodian

Krista Johnstone, Financial Administrator (ext 225) Dr. Mark Anderson, Organist

Erin Angus, Administrative Assistant (ext 221) Christa Walsh, Pianist

DIACONATE/TRUSTEES

Annabel Robinson Chair Vi Maeers Member

James Clifford Vice-Chair Eleanor Russell Member

Rosemary Ward Secretary Jennifer Bisson Member

Derrick Bellows Treasurer Erwin Ziolkowski Honourary

Esther Wiens Member

FIRST KAREN BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF

Rev. Zabiak Cung Biaka (ext 226) Rev. Eh Tha Wah (ext 226)

Pastor Pusay Ly (ext 226)

OUR MINISTRY PARTNERSHIPS

Youth For Christ (James Clifford) 347-1900 First Baptist Place 359-0859

CONTACT

First Baptist Church 306-359-1450 2241 Victoria Avenue, Regina SK, S4P 0S4

First Baptist Church Fax Number 306-352-3338 E-mail: main_fbcregina@sasktel.net

www.firstbaptistregina.ca

OFFICE HOURS

Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Friday Closed