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The Lords Day Worship ServiceJune 9, 2013 ~ New City Church Calgary

WelcomeWe are glad you have joined us today. Whether you are a Christian seeking to grow in your relationshipwith Jesus Christ, or a skeptic looking for answers, or someone who is struggling to make sense of lifeand are looking for a caring community, you are warmly welcome here. Were glad you came. There isa nursery available for kids aged 0-2 years. Kids are always welcome in the service with us too.

After the ServicePlease stay around for some refreshments after the service and meet someone new. If we havent metyou before, please come say Hello. Wed like to make that connection.

Pastors John Ferguson & Mike Ivancic

Reflections & Preparation for Worship O God, by Your power may we, together with all the saints, comprehend the breadth and length andheight and depth of the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, so that we may be filled with Your

fullness. Amen. ~ based on Ephesians 3:18-19

When it came time to choose his disciples, [Jesus] did not go out and find twelve theologically trained,

morally upright, spiritually disciplined men. Instead, he gathered a motley crew of everyday sinners.

They hardly seemed like the kind of men who would set the world on fire.

But when they met Jesus, their lives were changed forever.

~ Phillip Ryken, pastor & author,Luke Vol. 1

When Jesus eats with Levi, the message is clear: Jesus has come for losers, people on the margins,

people whove made a mess of their lives, people who are ordinary. Jesus has come for you. The only

people left out are those who think they dont need God: the self-righteous and the self-important.

~ Tim Chester,A Meal With Jesus: Discovering Grace, Community & Mission

Jesus! What a Strength in weakness

Let me hide myself in Him

Tempted, tried, and sometimes failing

He, my Strength, my victry wins

Jesus! I do now receive HimMore than all in Him I find

He hath granted me forgiveness

I am His, and He is mine

~ Rowland Hugh Pritchard,Jesus! What A Friend for Sinners! (1855)

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God Calls Us To Worship Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. ~ Psalm 150:6

The Call to Worship ~ from Psalm 118:24; 113:1-4

Leader: This is the day that the Lord has madePeople: let us rejoice and be glad in it!

Leader: Praise the Lord! Praise, O servants of the Lord, praise the name of the Lord.People: Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time forth and forevermore!

Leader: From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord be praised!Unison: The Lord is high above all nations, and His glory above the heavens!

Hymns of Praise & Worship

Sing Alleluia

All creatures of our God and KingLift up your voice and with us sing

Sun, moon, and stars rejoice on highPraise to the Lord of light divine

chorusSing alleluia, sing alleluiaPraise the Father above

Sing alleluia

Sing alleluia, sing alleluiaFor His infinite love

Sing alleluia

Praise to the Giver of good thingsMerciful Father, Holy King

Join with the angels sing out loudPraise Him who reigns above the clouds

(repeat chorus)

Women: Men:O praise Him when the morning comes

Alleluia for the rising sunO praise Him when the day is done

Alleluia praise the Lord of loveO praise Him alleluia

Alleluia alleluia

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All creatures of our God and KingLift up your voice and with us sing

(repeat chorus)

How Great You Are

Our God is greatThe Father of creation

His splendor fills the earthThe lightning crash

The thunder sings His praisesThe galaxies cant help but shout His worth

chorusMy soul must sing to You an offering

How great You areMy soul must sing, oh, let the heavens ring

How great You areOh, how great You are

The Word made fleshGods promise to the fallenHe came with powr to save

The light of life was crushed for our rebellionHe died our death and rose up from the grave

Our King will comeWith trumpet blasts resounding

To claim His blood-washed bride

Hell rend the skies, descending in His gloryAnd in an instant faith will turn to sight

Agnus Dei

Alleluia, alleluiaFor our Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia, alleluiaFor our Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia

Holy, HolyAre You Lord God AlmightyWorthy is the LambWorthy is the Lamb

You are Holy, HolyAre You Lord God Almighty

Worthy is the LambWorthy is the Lamb

Amen

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God Graciously Renews Us in Christ Have mercy on me, O God, in Your faithful love, in Your great tenderness wipe away my offenses; wash

me thoroughly from my guilt, purify me from my sin. ~ Psalm 51:1-2

Call to Confession ~ from Psalm 33:13-14

Leader: The Psalmist tells us,The Lord looks down from heaven; He sees all the children of man;from where He sits enthroned He looks out on all the inhabitants of the earth,He who fashions the hearts of them all and observes all their deeds.

Prayer of Confession ~ based on Psalm 51:1-12

Leader: Merciful and holy GodYou pardon all who truly turn from their sins and look to You in faith.We humbly confess our sins and ask for Your mercy:

we have not loved You with a pure heart, nor have we loved our neighbor as ourselves.We have not done justice, loved kindness, or walked humbly with You, our God.

Unison: ~ Silent confession & reflection

Leader: Have mercy on us, O God. In Your loving-kindness and great compassion,Cleanse us from all our sins in thought, word, and deed.Create in us clean hearts, O God, and renew a right spirit within us.Do not cast us from Your presence or take Your Holy Spirit from us.Restore to us the joy of Your salvation and sustain us with a willing spirit,Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.

The Words of the Gospel ~ from 1 Timothy 1:15

Leader: Here are words that you may fully trust, words that deserve full acceptance:Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.

To all who confess their sins and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ,He says, Your sins are forgiven. He also says, Follow me.

Song of Response

O Great God of Highest Heaven

O great God of highest heavenOccupy my lowly heart

Own it all and reign supremeConquer every rebel power

Let no vice or sin remainThat resists Your holy war

You have loved and purchased meMake me Yours forevermore

I was blinded by my sinHad no ears to hear Your voiceDid not know Your love withinHad no taste for heaven's joysThen Your Spirit gave me lifeOpened up Your Word to me

Through the gospel of Your SonGave me endless hope and peace

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Help me now to live a lifeThat's dependent on Your grace

Keep my heart and guard my soulFrom the evils that I face

You are worthy to be praisedWith my every thought and deed

O great God of highest heavenGlorify Your Name through me

God Gives Us His Words of Eternal Life Lord Jesus, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life! Let Your word dwell in us richly,

that whatever we do, in word or deed, we may do everything in Your name, giving thanks to the Father

through You. ~ based on John 6:68, Colossians 3:16-17

Todays Scripture Lesson: Invited to the Celebration

John Ferguson, Lead PastorLuke 5:27-39

27 After this he went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax booth. And hesaid to him, Follow me. 28 And leaving everything, he rose and followed him.

29 And Levi made him a great feast in his house, and there was a large company of tax collectors

and others reclining at table with them. 30 And the Pharisees and their scribes grumbled at his disciples,saying, Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners? 31 And Jesus answered them,

Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. 32 I have not come to call the

righteous but sinners to repentance.

33 And they said to him, The disciples of John fast often and offer prayers, and so do the

disciples of the Pharisees, but yours eat and drink.34

And Jesus said to them, Can you make weddingguests fast while the bridegroom is with them? 35 The days will come when the bridegroom is takenaway from them, and then they will fast in those days. 36 He also told them a parable: No one tears a

piece from a new garment and puts it on an old garment. If he does, he will tear the new, and the piece

from the new will not match the old. 37 And no one puts new wine into old wineskins. If he does, the

new wine will burst the skins and it will be spilled, and the skins will be destroyed. 38 But new winemust be put into fresh wineskins. 39 And no one after drinking old wine desires new, for he says, The

old is good.

(notes)

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God Feeds Us His Covenant Meal From the east and the west, from the north and the south, people will come

and take their places at the banquet in the Kingdom of God. ~ based on Luke 13:29

A Word About Participating in The Sacrament of The Lords Supper

The Lords Supper is a special family meal that Christ gave to His Bride, the Church. ForChristians, this meal is a time to receive these signs and seals of the New Covenant which Christhas established with them. Believers come to this Table to meet with their Lord and Saviour byfaith, to be renewed by Him and strengthened in their callings and mission as they eat the breadand drink the wine.

Therefore, all baptized Christians who trust in Christ alone as their Lord and Saviour, who areconnected to a church that proclaims His Gospel, and who are at peace with their fellow believers,are invited to come to the Table.

If you are not yet a Christian, or if for whatever reason you are not prepared to share in this meal,we would encourage you to spend this time in prayer (perhaps using one of the prayers listedbelow). Consider the invitation of Jesus, I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall nothunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirstfor my Fathers will is that everyone wholooks to the Son and believes in Him shall have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day(John 6:35, 40).

We would ask that childrenwho have not yet professed belief in the Lord Jesus also refrain frompartaking until doing so. The pastor would be delighted to speak to families about what it means toparticipate in the Lords Supper.

The Words of Institution

The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he brokeit, and said, This is my body which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me. In the same way

also he took the cup, after supper, saying, This cup is the new covenant in my blood, do this as often

as you drink it, in remembrance of me. For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you

proclaim the Lords death until he comes. ~ 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

The Sacrament of The Lords Supper

Please come forward by rows to the center aisle and form a semi-circle in front of the Table toreceive the bread and the wine. When finished, place your cup at the side tables and proceed toyour seat via the outer isles. If you are unable to come forward, we would be delighted to serve youat your seat.

New City Church uses wine in serving the Lords Supper. We would encourage you to take ofthe wine since it is a symbol of joy and celebration in Scripture. However,juice is also provided ifyou cannot drink wine due to health reasons or issues of conscience.

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Prayers for Those Not Communing

A Prayer Searching for the Truth: Jesus, You claim to be the way, the truth, and the life, and thatno one comes to the Father except by You. If what you claim is true, please guide me and teachme. Open to me the reality of who You are. Grant that I might be undaunted in following You as Iconsider the reasons for doing so. Give me an understanding of You that is coherent, convincing,

and leads to the eternal life that You promise. Amen.

A Prayer of Trust in the Lord Jesus: Jesus, I confess that I am more broken, flawed, and sinfulthan I had ever before dared to admit. Yet You tell me that I am more loved than I ever dared tohope, and that You accept all who turn to You in simple faith. I am doing that right now. I thankYou for taking the justice that my sins deserved when You died on the Cross. I eagerly trust Youfor the forgiveness for my sins, and I receive from You now the eternal life that You promise to allwho come to You. Amen.

A Prayer for Those Struggling with Sin: Lord Jesus, You know the battle that rages within myheart. Grant that in my battles with sin, I may see in You the fulfillment of all my needs. Give mestrength to turn from every false satisfaction to find my ultimate joy in You. Enable me to lay aside

the sin that clings so closely to me, and fill me with your Spirit to run with perseverance the race youhave set before me, looking to You, the pioneer and champion of my faith. Amen.

A Prayer for Children (who have yet to profess faith): Jesus, the Bible tells me that Youblessed kids like me. Help me to know who You are and to understand what You have done forme. Amen.

Communion Hymns

All I Have Is Christ

I once was lost in darkest night

Yet thought I knew the wayThe sin that promised joy and lifeHad led me to the grave

I had no hope that You would ownA rebel to Your will

And if You had not loved me firstI would refuse You still

But as I ran my hell-bound raceIndifferent to the cost

You looked upon my helpless stateAnd led me to the cross

And I beheld Gods love displayedYou suffered in my placeYou bore the wrath reserved for me

Now all I know is grace

chorusHallelujah! All I have is ChristHallelujah! Jesus is my life

Now, Lord, I would be Yours aloneAnd live so all might see

The strength to follow Your commandsCould never come from me

Oh Father, use my ransomed lifeIn any way You choose.

And let my song forever beMy only boast is You

(repeat chorus)

Praise the Father, Praise the Son

O sovreign God, O matchless KingThe saints adore, the angels sing

And fall before the throne of grace

To You belongs the highest praiseThese sufferings, this passing tide

Under Your wings I will abide

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And every enemy shall flee You are my hope and victorychorus

Praise the Father, praise the SonPraise the Spirit, Three in OneClothed in power and in grace

The name above all other names

To the valley, for my soulThy great descent has made me wholeYour word my heart has welcomed home

Now peace like water ever flows

(repeat chorus)

Yours is the kingdom,Yours is the power,

Yours is the glory forever!(repeat)

Name Above All Names

From the brightness of His gloryJesus, the Son of God descendsTakes on the nature of a servant

Jesus, obedient to deathThe Father willed to crush Him

As a sacrifice for sinHe satisfied Gods justiceAnd in victry rose again

chorusYou are highly exaltedName above all names

Worthy of all praiseYou are reigning in glory

Jesus, Youre the King over everythingExalted to the highest place

Given the name above all other names

The tomb is empty, Christ has risenJesus, the Lamb once crucified

The angels never cease to worshipJesus, in heaven glorifiedTo Him belongs the power

The wisdom, might and strengthAll glory and dominionTo the Lord of every age

(repeat chorus)

Our knees will bow, our tongues proclaimThat You are Lord of all

Our knees will bow, our tongues proclaimThat You are Lord of all

(repeat chorus)

God Receives Our Offerings lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do

not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. ~ Jesus, in Matthew6:20-21

The Prayers of the People

Leader: Let us pray

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(The leader prays for specific requests as the assembly prays along with him).

Unison: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done,On earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread,And forgive us our debts

As we also have forgiven our debtors.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours,Now and forever. Amen.

The Presentation of our Tithes and Offerings

This collection of our tithes and offerings is for those who consider New City Church their churchfamily and regularly benefit from her ministry. If you are visiting with us, please feel no obligation togive.

Hymn of Praise & Worship Jesus, What a Friend for Sinners

Jesus! What a Friend for sinnersJesus! Lover of my soul

Friends may fail me, foes assail meHe, my Savior, makes me whole

chorusHallelujah! What a SaviorHallelujah! What a Friend

Saving, helping, keeping, loving

He is with me to the end

Jesus! What a Strength in weaknessLet me hide myself in Him

Tempted, tried, and sometimes failingHe, my Strength, my victry wins

(repeat chorus)

Jesus! What a Help in sorrowWhile the billows oer me roll

Even when my heart is breakingHe, my Comfort, helps my soul

(repeat chorus)

Jesus! What a Guide and KeeperWhile the tempest still is high

Storms about me, night oer takes meHe, my Pilot hears my cry

(repeat chorus)

The language of debt/debtor is not to be understood primarily in a financial sense but in the moral/ theological sense of our

indebtedness due to our sins against God and others, or the sins others may have committed against us.

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Jesus! I do now receive HimMore than all in Him I find

He hath granted me forgivenessI am His, and He is mine

(repeat chorus)

Our Confession of Faith ~ from Romans 8:1, 28, 38-39; 1 Timothy 1:17

Leader: Let us together profess our faith by saying

Unison: We believe there is no condemnationfor those who are in Christ Jesus;for we know that all things work together for goodfor those who love God,who are called according to Gods purpose.

We are convinced that neither life, nor deathnor angels, nor rulers

nor things present, nor things to come,nor powers, nor height, nor depth,nor anything else in all creation,

will be able to separate us from the love of Godin Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Leader: Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God

be honour and glory forever and ever.Unison: Amen.

God Sends Us Out Into The World With His Blessing God has shown you what is good. And what does the Lord require of you?

To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. ~ from Micah 6:8

Leader: Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. TheLord be with you all (2 Thessalonians 3:16).

People: Amen!

Community Life

Thanks for visiting New City Church!

Were delighted to have had you with us today. If you are looking for a place to explore Christianity and its life-changing relevance, we hope that you will find New City Church a safe place to ask questions and to grow inyour understanding of the person and mission of the Lord Jesus Christ. If you have any questions about NewCity Church, Christianity, or the uniqueness of Jesus of Nazareth, please dont hesitate to ask us. You can

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contact Pastor John at [email protected] or call 403.991.5555. If you work in the downtown area, touchbase with Pastor Mike Ivancic who also works in downtown. You can contact Mike at [email protected] call 403.828.2241.

Save the Date: Aug 30-Sept 1

New City Church Fellowship Retreat will be on the September long weekend!

Everyone is invited!

We have many hopes for this retreat, preeminent among which is the desire to get to know each otherbetter and grow deeper in fellowship. A perfect opportunity to get away one last weekend before

everything starts back up in September. And its a perfect opportunity to connect with your extendedfamily at New City Church.

Sign up by completing a registration form off the table in the foyer.(You can turn it in to Shannon de Jong or Gayle Eng or Pastor John.)

New City Church is underwriting a portion of this retreat in order to make it affordable.Some limited scholarships based on need are available.

Premise: A Christianity Worth Thinking About (June 23)

Premise: Our Premise meetings are designed to help you think more deeply about the Christian faithwhether you are a disciple of Jesus or if you are merely curious and wanting to learn more. At this nextmeeting well be asking and answering the question, What is a worldview? Everyone has one, even if it isnot fully developed. And well be asking the question, Why should anyone believe anything at all?

Designed for anyone who wants to learn more, we especially invite out our youth and young adults. The nextmeeting will be on June 23. Pastor John will be presenting.

Upcoming Series: Life Together

Life in Calgary can be busy. Toobusy. And if we are honest, it canbe a little depersonalizing. Sur-rounded by nearly 1.2 millionpeople, many Calgarians are alltoo familiar with what sociologistscall, crowded loneliness. Are wereally meant to be surrounded byso many people and still be sounconnected? Sounknown? Theshort answer is no. This is simply

just another way life is broken. Andit is supposed to be so different.

We are told that the early followers of Jesus devoted themselves to fellowship (Acts 2:42), that is, theydevoted themselves to a new way of being human that they learned from Jesusa new way of doing lifetogether. During the months of July & August, well be looking into the New Testament teaching about oneanother-ing, and well see that maybe, just maybe, we have been missing out on something vital to ourhumanity, to our Christianity, and to the mission that weve been sent on to this city.

All songs used by permission.

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CCLI license # 273300. Parts of the worship service are adapted from or reprinted by permission from TheWorship Sourcebook, c. 2004, CRC Publications.

Weekly Servants Schedule

Giving Update

*Non-NCC indicates funds raised outside the congregation of New City Church to aid in this church planting project.

New City Church Online.

Visit us NCC online at www.NewCityChurch.ca. Here, you can find our sermons &sermon notes posted. You can also subscribe to our sermons via iTunes. Justsearch for New City Church Calgary and you can find us on iTunes. Were also onFacebook & have a blog for those who are not on Facebook as well. All is accessiblevia our website at www.NewCityChurch.ca.

ESL Bible Study At The LeBlancs House

Every third Friday of the month at 7:00pm at the LeBlancs house. All are welcome. For more information,contact Richard or Marie ([email protected]).

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