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Worship ServicesNovember 16, 2014

8:30 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

by the Kassner 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—He's Got the Whole World in His Hands ....... arr. Margaret Bonds

Theme: The True Shepherd

The Prelude—Sheep May Safely Graze..........................................................J.S. Bach

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

*Welcome and Announcements ......................................................... Rev. John Franks

†The Call to Worship ................................................................................Psalm 95:6-7Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker;

for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care.

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

He’s got the whole world in his hand He’s got the woods and the waters in his hand He’s got the sun and the moon right in his hand He’s got the birds and the bees right in his hand He’s got the beasts of the field right in his hand He’s got you and me right in his hand He’s got everybody in his hand He’s got the whole world in his hand!

Colin Fuller, solo

Traditional American Spiritual | arr. Margaret Bonds | ©1963 Beekman Music

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*†The Hymn of Praise—Praise to the Lord, the Almighty .................Lobe Den Herren(Verses 1, 2, 3)

†The Invocation (Please lift hands)

1.2.3.4.

Based on Psalm 103 | Joachim Neader, 1680 | Tr. by Catherine Winkworth, 1863; alt. 1990 | Stralsund Gesangbuch, 1665

Praise the Lord, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord,O my soul, and forget not all his benefits. Psalm 103:1, 2

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The Sacrament of Baptism (11 a.m.) ...................................................... Ivy Jeanne Thomasdaughter of Christy and Josh Thomas

Evelyn Lane Eptingdaughter of Jes and Drew Epting

Enoch Daniel O'Connorson of Rebecca and Mat O'Connor

The Sacrament of Baptism (8:30 a.m.) ....................................................... Dixie Rose Smithdaughter of Mary Beth and Ryan Smith

The Response

The grass withers and the flowers fall,But the Word of our God stands forever.

*The Psalter Lesson ....................................................................................................Psalm 23page 862 in the pew Bible

The Lord is my shepherdI shall not be in want.

He makes me lie down in green pastures,He leads me beside quiet waters,

He restores my soul.He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no evil, for you are with me;

Your rod and your staff they comfort me.You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.

You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

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The Assurance of Pardoning Grace ........................................................Isaiah 55:6, 7Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake his way and the evil man his thoughts. Let him turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on him, and to our God, for he will freely pardon.

(Sung by all)How sweet the name of Jesus soundsIn a believer’s ear!It soothes our sorrows, heals our wounds,And drives away our fear.

I makes the wounded spirit wholeAnd calms the troubled breast;’Tis manna to the hungry soul,And to the weary, rest.

The Corporate Confession of SinAlmighty God, you despise nothing you have made and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent. Create in us new and contrite hearts, that, truly repenting of our sins and acknowledging our brokenness, we may obtain from you, the God of all mercy, full pardon and forgiveness, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

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

The Response—Shepherd of Tender Youth ......................................................Olivet(Sung by all)Shepherd of tender youth,guiding in love and truthThrough devious ways; Christ, our triumphant king,We come your name to sing and here our children bring to join your praise.

Forever be our guide,our shepherd and our pride,Our staff and song. Jesus, O Christ of God, by your enduring Word,Lead us where you have trod; make our faith strong.

So now, and till we die, sound we your praises highAnd joyful sing: infants, and all the throng,Who to the Church belong, unite to swell the songTo Christ, our king!

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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.

*Online giving is available at firstpresaugusta.org and at the giving kiosk

The Offertory—Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus ......................................... arr. Dian Bish

Words and Music: Helen Lemmel | arr. Diane Bish | ©1989 Singspiration, Inc.

O soul, are you weary and troubled? No light in the darkness you see? There’s light for a look at the Savior, And life more abundant and free!

Turn you eyes upon Jesus, Look full in his wonderful face, And the things of earth will grow strangely dim In the light of his glory and grace. His word shall not fail you, he promised; Believe him and all will be well; Then go to a world that is dying, His perfect salvation to tell!

*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.

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†The Hymn of Preparation—His Love Can Never Fail ...................Indelible Grace(All Verses; Children in pre-k through fourth grade exit at this time)

1.2.3.

Words: E.S. Hall, 1897 | Music: Chris Miner | ©2004 Christopher Miner Music

Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:7-9

9For an audio download of today’s sermons, please visit the church website at firstpresaugusta.org/2014Sermons.

Sermon—The True Shepherd III ...............................................Dr. George Robertson

The Old Testament Lesson ............................................................ Zechariah 12:1-14

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

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

1. Past Faithfulness (12:1-9)

2. Future Repentance (12:10-14)

a. Repentance (10)

a. Sovereign Power (1-6)

b. First People (7-9)

b. Revival (11-14)

page 1483 in the pew Bible

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Dr. John L. Wilson, Director of Music and ArtsThe Postlude—Fugue in D Minor ...................................................................J.S. Bach

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

†The Hymn of Response—Jesus Sinners Doth Receive .......................... Brandenburg(Verses 1, 3, 4)

Erdmann Neumeister, 1718 | Trans. composite | Johann Crüger, 1653

This man welcomes sinners and eats with them. Luke 15:2

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The Shorter Catechism, Question 29:

Q. How are we made to take part in the redemption Christ bought?

A. We take part in the redemption Christ bought when the Holy Spirit effectively applies it to us.

Theme: The Centrality of the Word

The Evening Service

Jazz Prelude—In the Hours

Call to Worship ................................................................................. Rev. John Franks

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†Song—A Mighty Fortress

Words and Music: Martin Luther, 1529 | Translated: Frederick H. Hedge, 1853 | Music alt. Tommy Walker | ©1997 Duolos Publishing

Mike Murphy, Worship Leader

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†Song—Whom Shall I Fear

Words and Music: Chris Tomlin and Ed Cash | ©2012 sixsteps song/worship together music/alletrop music

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†Song—My Jesus, I Love Thee

Words: William R. Featherston, 1864 | Music: Adoniram J. Gordon, Terry Butler | ©1995 Mercy/Vineyard Publishing | Additional Lyrics: Jason Roy and Jason Ingram

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Evening Prayers

Offertory—In the Hours .......................................................................................Twit

Words: Helen L. Parmelee, 1864 | alt. Kavin Twit | Music: Kevin Twit, |©2007 Kevin Twit Music

In the hours of pain and sorrow, When the world brings no relief, When the eye is dim and heavy, And the heart oppressed with grief, While blessings flee, Savior Lord we trust in thee! While blessings flee, Savior Lord we trust in thee!

When the snares of death surround us, Pride, ambition, love of ease, Mammon with her false allurements, Words that flatter, smiles that please. Then ere we yield, Savior Lord be thou our shield. Then ere we yield, Savior Lord be thou our shield.

When forsaken in distress, Poor, despised and tempest-tossed, With no anchor here to stay us, Drifting, sail and rudder lost, Then save us thou, who trod this earth with weary brow. Then save us thou, who trod the earth with weary brow.

Thou the Father’s best beloved, Thou the throned and sceptered King, Who but thee should we adoring, All our prayers and praises bring? So blessed are we, Savior Lord in loving thee. So blessed are we, Savior Lord in loving thee.

Testimony .........................................................................Operation Christmas Child

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†Song—O Breath of Life, Come Sweeping Through Us

Words: Bessie P. Head, ca. 1914 | Music: Mary J. Hammond, ca. 1920

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

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2. Evangelize (18-25)

Sermon —The Centrality of the Word ...................................... Dr. George Robertson1 Corinthians 14:1-25

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

1. Edify (1-17)

a. Unselfishly (1-5)

a. By Example (18-20)

b. Intelligibly (6-12)

b. By Word (21-22)

c. By Worship (23-25)

c. Prayerfully (13-17)

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†Song—The Power of the Cross

Words and Music: Keith Getty and Stuart Townend | ©2005 Thankyou Music

†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

Emily Martin, Family Nurture and Youthemartin@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8849

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

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 Pastorgrobertson@firstpresaugusta.org, ext. 8822

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

Mike HearonAssociate Pastor, Outreachmhearon@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 November:

8:30 a.m. Charlie Green, Jim Carroll, Dan Boone, Cliff Eckles, Gary Beaudreau11 a.m. Gene Betts, Sylvester Brown, Matt Aitken, Jim Bodden, Hunter Baggs, Sr. 6:30 p.m. Gene Betts, Sylvester Brown, Matt Aitken, Jim Bodden, Barry Whitney