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Worship ServicesMarch 22, 20158:30 and 11 a.m.

6:30 p.m.

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WelcomeWe are very glad to have you worshiping our gracious God with us today.

Flowers The sanctuary flowers are given today to the glory of God

and in loving memory of Dr. Stacy Hammond Story IV and Mr. George W. Cross by their family.

To Our Guests,We especially welcome you today! More information about our church is available on our website at firstpresaugusta.org.

Spiritual CareIf you would like to speak to someone about what it means to know Jesus Christ or you have any spiritual need or question, please use one of the prayer cards in the pew rack to contact one of our pastors. Our church elders are also available to speak with you. An elder will be standing next to the pastor following the service.

Children’s Check-inWe are committed to the highest level of protection possible for the children placed in our care on Sundays and at all church events. For this reason, we require parents of newborns through fifth grade children to check in their children before they go to the nursery, Sunday School, Catechism, Children’s Church or any other children’s activity. Several kiosks are available in the Welcome Center. The process is quick and easy, and volunteers are available if you need assistance checking in.

Children’s WorshipWe offer a specially designed program for children in pre-k through fourth grade during the morning services. A leader will escort children from the sanctuary to their classrooms during the hymn of preparation. Parents are welcome to accompany them to observe where to pick them up after the service. Parents of children in pre-k through second grade are asked to pick up their children following Sunday School or the 11 a.m. worship service.

Nursery Nurseries are provided for infants and toddlers during the worship services and Sunday School. We also provide a Mother/Infant Room located beside Nursery 1 which is equipped with live video feed of the worship services. Ushers are available to direct you.

Additional Seating Additional seating for morning and evening worship services is available each week in St. Andrew’s Hall.

As stewards of God’s resources, we try not to print an excess of bulletins.We invite you to bring this bulletin with you when you return for the evening service.

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The Morning Services

The Meditation—Lift Thine Eyes (from Elijah) .............................Felix Mendelssohn

Theme: Marriage

The Prelude—Prelude in Classic Style.................................................. Gordon Young

(† Indicates the congregation standing)(*Ushers may seat worshipers at this time)

*Welcome and Announcements .......................................................Rev. Mike Phillips

†The Call to Worship ......................................................................................Isaiah 2:3

Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the temple of the God of Jacob. He will teach us his ways, so that we may walk in his paths.

The Lord be with you.And with your spirit.Let us worship God!

Lift thine eyes to the mountains, whence cometh help;Thy help cometh from the Lord, the Maker of Heaven and earth.He hath said, thy foot shall not be moved, Thy keeper will never slumber.

Women's ChoirJohn Wilson, director

Chancel ChoirLisa Wilson, organ; Hyangbin Choi, piano; Brandt Fincher, cello; Carl Purdy, violin

Dr. John L. Wilson, director

Words: Psalm 121:1-3 | Music: Felix Mendelssohn | © Public Domain

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*†The Hymn of Praise—When Morning Gilds the Skies ........................ Laudes Domini(Verses 1, 3, 4, 6)

†The Invocation (Please lift hands)

German, ca. 1800 | Tr. Edward Caswall, 1853, 1858 | Joseph Barnby, 1868

Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive honor and glory and praise! Revelation 5:12

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The Sacrament of Baptism (11 a.m.) ............................................ Lucas Patrick Templetonson of Lisa and Keenan Templeton

Jonathan Colton Herrimanson of Anna and Micah Herriman

Frances Waid Flemingdaughter of Stephanie and Joshua Fleming

The Sacrament of Baptism (8:30 a.m.) ..............................................Evangeline Faye Shiverdaughter of Megan and Luke Shiver

Josephine LeeAnn Mattalianodaughter of Michelle and Paul Mattaliano

Evangeline Mae Carazadaughter of Mary and Chris Caraza

†The Confession of Faith ........................................................... Heidelberg Catechism

Q. 69 How does holy baptism remind and assure you that Christ’s one sacrifice on the cross benefits you personally?A. In this way: Christ instituted this outward washing and with it promised that, as surely as water washes away the dirt from the body, so certainly his blood and his Spirit wash away my soul’s impurity, that is, all my sins.

Q. 74 Should infants also be baptized?A. Yes. Infants as well as adults are included in God’s covenant and people, and they, no less than adults, are promised deliverance from sin through Christ’s blood and the Holy Spirit who produces faith. Therefore, by baptism, the sign of the covenant, they too should be incorporated into the Christian church and distinguished from the children of unbelievers. This was done in the Old Testament by circumcision, which was replaced in the New Testament by baptism.

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The Assurance of Pardoning Grace ..................................................... Hosea 2:19-20And I will betroth you to me forever. I will betroth you to me in righteousness and in justice, in steadfast love and in mercy. I will betroth you to me in faithfulness. And you shall know the Lord.

The Corporate Confession of SinAlmighty God, merciful Father, every time we rebel against your just rule in ourlives we enslave ourselves to the tyranny of guilt and sin. We exchange freedom for bondage; health for sickness of soul. We are left miserable. Forgive us, we pray. We have not lived out the new reality of life in Christ. We have not understood the power of the gospel that brings forgiveness and a new reality. We pray that you enlighten our minds, transform our hearts, strengthen our wills so that the power of Christ’s resurrection will make us new people, enslaved to nothing but the glorious freedom of Christ. Amen.

The Personal Confession of Sin (Please kneel if able to do so)

The Response—Our Children, Lord, In Faith and Prayer .................................... Azmon

(Sung by all)Our children, Lord, in faith and prayer,We now devote to thee;Let them thy covenant mercies share,And thy salvation see.

Such helpless babes thou didst embrace,While dwelling here below;To us and ours, O God of grace,The same compassion show.

In early days their hearts secure,From worldly snares, we pray;O let them to the end endureIn every righteous way.

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†The Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s PrayerOur 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 forever. Amen.

Women's Choir

The Offertory—All Things Bright and Beautiful ...................................... John Rutter

Words: Cecil Alexander | Music: John Rutter | ©1983 Oxford University Press

All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small;All things wise and wonderful, the Lord God made them all.

Each little flower that opens, each little bird that sings;He made their glowing colors, he made their tiny wings.

The purple-headed mountain, the river running by,The sunset and the morning, that brightens up the sky.

The cold wind in the winter, the pleasant summer sun,The ripe fruits in the garden, he made them every one.

He gave us eyes to see them and lips that we might tellHow great is God Almighty, who has made all things well!

**The Offering (Please take a moment to sign the attendance register.)

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*†The PeaceThe peace of the Lord be with you always.

And also with you.

* Children in pre-k through fourth grade exit for Catechism classes at this time.**Online giving is available at firstpresaugusta.org.

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†The Hymn of Preparation—Father of Mercies, in Thy Word ............... .....Beatitudo(Verses 1, 3, 4, 5)

Anne Steele, 1790 | Alt. 1990, mod | John B. Dykes, 1875

Great is his love toward us, and the fatihfulness of the Lord endures forever. Psalm 117:2

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Sermons are available on the church website at firstpresaugusta.org/resources/sermons.

Sermon—The Good News About Marriage, Part 2 ...................Dr. George Robertson

The Old Testament Lesson ............................................................... Malachi 2:10-16

The Response This is the Word of God,Thanks be to you, O God.

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

1. Defines marriage (14, 15)

a. Mercy

b. Justice

c. Faithfulness

page 1489 in the pew Bible

10Dr. John L. Wilson, Director of Music and Arts

The Postlude—Sinfonia (from Cantata No.29) .............................................. J.S. Bach

†The Benediction (Please lift hands) (Please be seated following the benediction)

(Verses 1, 2, 3) I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me. John 10:14

†The Hymn of Response—Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us ........................Shepherd

Hymns for the Young, 1836 | attr. to Dorothy Ann Thrupp,; alt. | William B. Bradbury, 1859

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The Shorter Catechism, Question 44:

Q. What does the introduction to the ten commandments teach us?

A. The introduction to the ten commandments teaches us that, because God is Lord and is our God and redeemer, we must keep all his commandments

Theme: Resurrection

The Evening Service

Jazz Prelude—Good Shepherd of My Soul

Call to Worship .................................................................................Rev. John Barrett

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†Song—Come Thou Fount

Words: Robert Robinson, 1758 | Tune: Nettleton | Arranged: All Sons and Daughters | ©2012 All Sons and Daughters

Mike Murphy, Worship Leader

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†Song—Come, Ye Sinners

Words: Joseph Hart, 1759 | Music: William Walker, 1835

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Reception of New Members

Evening Prayers

Baptisms ........................................................................................................ Brianna Cooper

Katherine Griffeth

Jamar Tarvar

Franklin Williams

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Offertory—Valley of the Dry Bones ..................................................................... Card

Words and Music: Michael Card | ©1992 Bridwing Music and BMG Songs, Inc.

Behold a valley filled with bonesBones on every sideA valley vast, the floor so fullOf bones so very dry

The Lord did ask, can these bones live?Might these bones rise once more?What else was I to say but you alone can tell, O Lord

A legion now aliveA resurrected armyA living, holy host Of a people born again

Then prophesy, O son of manCry out to this dead hordeAnd when they come to life againThey’ll know I am the Lord

And as I spoke what I was toldThere came a rattling soundAs bone to bone they formed a mass Of bodies on the ground

Your dead will come aliveTheir graves will lie abandonedAnd all those dwelling in the dust Will wake and shout for joy

And then I called upon the windsUpon these slain to breatheAt once they stood upon their feetA mighty, vast army

Men's Ensemble

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†Song—Good Shepherd of My Soul

Words and Music: Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Stuart Townend and Fionan de Bara | ©2013 Getty Music Publishing, Fionan de Barra and Townend Songs

Children in pre-k through second grade exit at this time

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2. Fullness (58b, 50-57)

3. Confidence (58c, 35-44)

1 Corinthians 15:35-58

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

1. Steadfastness (58a, 45-49)

Sermon—The Resurrection: A Foundation for Serving Confidently...Dr. George Robertson

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†Song—Be Thou My Vision (Keeper of My Heart)

Ancient Irish poem | Translated: Mary Byrne, 1905 | Versified: Eleanor Hull, 1912 | Traditional Irish melody | Arr: Lori Morrison | ©2010 Lori Morrison

†The Benediction (Please lift hands)CCLI License Number 425646

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Chris WhiteDirector of Ministry Operationscwhite@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8837

Drew EptingRegional Director of Campus Outreachdrew.epting@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8847

Emily FreemanDirector of Women’s Discipleshipefreeman@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8831

Rick KeuroglianDirector of Evangelism & Community DevelopmentDirector of City Hope Alliancerkeuroglian@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8843

Clark NewtonDirector of Medical Campus Outreachclark@mcoaugusta.org, ext. 8841

Vonnie EidsonDirector of Communicationveidson@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8822

Jessica TatroDirector of Children’s Ministryjtatro@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8832

Louise ColemanDirector of Nursery Ministrylcoleman@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

John L. WilsonDirector of Music and Artsjwilson@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8827

Mike MurphyAssistant Director of Music and Artsmmurphy@firstpresaugusta.org

Michael InghamDirector of COA MobilizationDirector of Vision Pathwaysmingham@visionpathways.org

Bryn Towner Director of Hope for Augustabryn@hopeforaugusta.org

Pastoral Staff

Ministry Directors

Bonnie Bowles, Bookkeeperbbowles@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8840

Mackenzie Burgess, Youth Internmburgess@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Michael Denney, Hope for AugustaMentor Coordinatormichael@hopeforaugusta.org

Catherine EdmondsAssistant Director, Children’s Ministrycedmonds@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Jonathan Harper Pastoral Intern and Missions AssociateJharper@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8860

Lesley Hamm, Discipleship Coordinatorlhamm@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8831

Rachel Hyatt, Communication Associate rhyatt@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8833

Elaine Janik, Children’s Admin Assistantejanik@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8832

David Jones, MCO Resource Directordavid@mcoaugusta.org, ext. 8841

Sandy Lanclos, Event Coordinator and Assistant to Director of Operationsslanclos@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8820

Ann Elizabeth Lazari, MCO Women’s Director annelizabeth@mcoaugusta.org, ext. 8841

J.T. Martin, CO Accountingjtmartin@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8848

Kaitlyn McNair, CO Office Assistantkaitlyn.mcnair@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8844

Luke Niday, Director of Outreach Operations and CO Global Resource Coordinatorluke.niday@campusoutreach.org, ext. 8845

Stephen Pittman, Hope for AugustaDirector of Educationstephen@hopeforaugusta.org, 678.234.9803

Alissa Preston, Family Nurture and Youthapreston@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Jess Romer, Ministry Assistantjromer@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8855

Mallory SidesAdministrative Assistant, Music and Arts Canterbury Choir Directormsides@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8827

Brandon Terry Pastoral Intern and IT Directorbterry@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8838

Clifton Tippins, Assistant Youth Director ctippins@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Gregory Trent Assistant Director of Maintenancegtrent@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8835

Pam TurleyFinance and Accounting Managerpturley@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8821

Meghann Williams, Hope for AugustaArt Program Coordinatormeghann@hopeforaugusta.org

Erica Wright, Youth Internewright@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Ministry Staff

George RobertsonSenior Pastorofficeofsrpastor@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8855

John FranksAssociate Pastor, Family Nurturejfranks@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

Mike HearonAssociate Pastor, Outreach and Missionsmhearon@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8860

John BarrettAssociate Pastor, Discipleshipjbarrett@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8852

Mike PhillipsAssistant Pastor, Pastoral Caremphillips@firstpresaugusta.org

Jim KnightPastoral Associate, Pastoral Carejknight@firstpresaugusta.org

Robert Vasholz Pastoral Certificationbvasholz@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8859

Caleb ClickAssistant Pastor, Youth Ministrycclick@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

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CLass CLass DesCription LoCation

College In college or of college age Murphy HallMCO Health care students Murphy HallYoung Professionals For those in their 20s and 30's, single or married Greene Street BuildingYoung Married Young married couples Eve RoomSingle Adults For those in their 30s Telfair RoomStudent Families Parents of elementary – high school students Letchford HallCornerstone Parents of college students and older St. Andrew's HallCovenanters “Empty-Nesters” Geneva RoomTrinity Those with grandchildren and older Adult Classroom

Adult Sunday School Classes A guide to navigating our campus is available in the Welcome Center, and ushers are available to help direct newcomers and guests.

GreetersThese elders are greeting you during the month of March:

8:30 a.m. Cliff Eckles, Stan Smith, Dan Boone, Mike Harris, Charlie Green11 a.m. Matt Aitken, Gene Betts, Chip Fisher, Ashley Paulk, Tom Harley6:30 p.m. Matt Aitken, Gene Betts, Dan Boone, Robert Campbell, Jim Carroll