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October 23, 2016 Christ Church exists to make mature disciples who will worship, know and serve Christ so that His Church and Kingdom are powerfully extended in Katy and beyond.
CHRIST CHURCH Order for the Worship of God The Lord’s Day • October 23, 2016
Welcome & Silent Preparation
The Rev. Mr. Fred Greco
PRAISE Call to Worship*
Isaiah 62:11-12 * Worshippers are asked to stand if possible
“In prayer, it is better to have a heart without words than words without a heart.” (John Bunyan)
Minister: Behold, the LORD has proclaimed to the end of the earth: Say to the daughter of Zion, “Behold, your salvation comes; behold, His reward is with Him, and His recompense before Him.” And they shall be called The Holy People, The Redeemed of the LORD; and you shall be called Sought Out, A City Not Forsaken. Prayer of Adoration*
Pastor Greco
Hymn of Praise #80*
“Lord, with Glowing Heart I’d Praise Thee”
Affirmation of Faith
Westminster Shorter Catechism 90-91
Q90.
How is the Word to be read and heard, that it may become effectual to salvation?
Answer:
That the Word may become effectual to salvation, we must attend to it with diligence, preparation, and prayer; receive it with faith and love, lay it up in our hearts, and practice it in our lives.
Q91.
How do the sacraments become effectual means of salvation? 2
Answer:
The sacraments become effectual means of salvation, not from any virtue in them, or in him that administers them; but only by the blessing of Christ, and the working of His Spirit in them that by faith receive them.
CONFESSION Hymn of Confession #87
“The Lord’s My Shepherd, I’ll Not Want”
Private Confession of Sin Assurance of Pardon
Titus 2:11-14
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession who are zealous for good works.
MEANS OF GRACE Scripture Reading* — Acts 8:14-25 Reader: People:
Dr. Dave Morris
This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God!
Prayers of Intercession & Petition
Dr. Morris
Sermon Text
Ephesians 5:1-6
Prayer of Illumination 3
We welcome visitors to Christ Church! Please take a few minutes and fill out a guest card so that we can provide you with more information about our church.
During the 11:00 AM Service, at the beginning of the sermon, parents are invited to dismiss their children (ages 4-6) for Children’s Worship Training. Children will return at 12:00.
The Sermon
Pastor Greco “Imitators of God”
Hymn #264* (stanzas 1-2)
“Jesus, Keep Me near the Cross”
The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper Colored cups in each tray contain grape juice and the clear cups in each tray contain wine. Please hold each element until all have been served so that we may partake together. Hymn #264* (stanzas 3-4)
“Jesus, Keep Me near the Cross”
THANKSGIVING (If you are visiting Christ Church this morning, please obtain a guest card, fill it out and place it in the ofiering plate. We welcome the opportunity to better minister to you.)
Presentation of Tithes & Offerings Gloria Patri*
Greatorex
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! Prayer of Thanksgiving* Christian Education is at 9:45 AM, with fellowship and refreshments at 10:30 AM
Hymn #468*
“My Faith Has Found a Resting Place”
The Benediction*
Pastor Greco
Announcements
Dr. Morris 4
EVENING WORSHIP Conclude the Lord’s Day with His people, tonight at 6:00 PM. Call to Worship* Hymn #168*
“I Greet Thee, Who My Sure Redeemer Art”
Hymn Requests Prayer Requests Sermon Text
E-MAIL PRAYER CHAIN The Christ Church email prayer chain may be activated by contacting the church office (281-392-0002 or prayerchain@ cckpca.org). If you wish to receive emails from the prayer chain please contact the office.
Galatians 1:6-10
Prayer of Illumination The Sermon
Mr. Daryl Brister “Majesty, Message & Ministry of the Gospel”
The Benediction* Post-Service Fellowship
There is no supper this evening.
Next Week – There will be no evening service at Christ Church next Sunday. Instead, Southwest PCA will be hosting a joint evening worship service at 6:00 PM with other PCA churches in our Presbytery.
NURSERY CARE Nursery care is available for infants & children up to the 4th birthday during both morning worship services in rooms 110 & 111. During Sunday School, infants & children born after September 1, 2014 may be placed in nursery care in room 110. Nursery care is not provided at our family-friendly evening service. Our nursery is equipped with a pager system to alert parents if necessary. Vibrating pagers don’t make noise, so keep them where you will notice the vibration. Also, please remember to return the pager when you pick up your child. Thank you!
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MERCY MINISTRY Those in need of this service should contact Kendra Hoag at mercyministry@ cckpca.org
A congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America
10818 Gaston Rd. Katy, TX 77494 www.cckpca.org
Office Hours: 9 am to 5 pm 281.392.0002 (phone) [email protected]
SUNDAY SERVICES 8:30 AM – Morning Worship 9:45 AM – Sunday School 11:00 AM – Morning Worship 6:00 PM – Evening Worship Senior Pastor Rev. Fred Greco 832.922.7060 (cell)
Ruling Elders Mark Becker Daryl Brister Neal Hare Steve Mathis (Clerk) Andrew McCallum David Morris Robert Stacey
Deacons Andy Alvarado Ken Nesteroff Moses Ribeiro Jonathan Arrowood Duane Thompson Ben Bosma (Chairman) Glen Tyler (Vice Chairman) Randy Brant Van VanZant* Arnaldo Espinel Mark Watt Nick Hidalgo Doug Wilson Stephen Howell Michael Wright* Spencer Jackson (Secretary) * on sabbatical
Online Giving Now Available at www.cckpca.org/give or scan here:
CHRIST CHURCH Order for the Worship of God The Lord’s Day • October 23, 2016
Welcome & Silent Preparation
The Rev. Mr. Fred Greco
PRAISE Call to Worship*
Isaiah 62:11-12 * Worshippers are asked to stand if possible
“In prayer, it is better to have a heart without words than words without a heart.” (John Bunyan)
Minister: Behold, the LORD has proclaimed to the end of the earth: Say to the daughter of Zion, “Behold, your salvation comes; behold, His reward is with Him, and His recompense before Him.” And they shall be called The Holy People, The Redeemed of the LORD; and you shall be called Sought Out, A City Not Forsaken. Prayer of Adoration*
Pastor Greco
Hymn of Praise #80*
“Lord, with Glowing Heart I’d Praise Thee”
Affirmation of Faith
Westminster Shorter Catechism 90-91
Q90.
How is the Word to be read and heard, that it may become effectual to salvation?
Answer:
That the Word may become effectual to salvation, we must attend to it with diligence, preparation, and prayer; receive it with faith and love, lay it up in our hearts, and practice it in our lives.
Q91.
How do the sacraments become effectual means of salvation? 2
Answer:
The sacraments become effectual means of salvation, not from any virtue in them, or in him that administers them; but only by the blessing of Christ, and the working of His Spirit in them that by faith receive them.
CONFESSION Hymn of Confession #87
“The Lord’s My Shepherd, I’ll Not Want”
Private Confession of Sin Assurance of Pardon
Titus 2:11-14
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession who are zealous for good works.
MEANS OF GRACE Scripture Reading* — Acts 8:14-25 Reader: People:
Dr. Dave Morris
This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God!
Prayers of Intercession & Petition
Dr. Morris
Sermon Text
Ephesians 5:1-6
Prayer of Illumination 3
We welcome visitors to Christ Church! Please take a few minutes and fill out a guest card so that we can provide you with more information about our church.
During the 11:00 AM Service, at the beginning of the sermon, parents are invited to dismiss their children (ages 4-6) for Children’s Worship Training. Children will return at 12:00.
The Sermon
Pastor Greco “Imitators of God”
Hymn #264* (stanzas 1-2)
“Jesus, Keep Me near the Cross”
The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper Colored cups in each tray contain grape juice and the clear cups in each tray contain wine. Please hold each element until all have been served so that we may partake together. Hymn #264* (stanzas 3-4)
“Jesus, Keep Me near the Cross”
THANKSGIVING (If you are visiting Christ Church this morning, please obtain a guest card, fill it out and place it in the ofiering plate. We welcome the opportunity to better minister to you.)
Presentation of Tithes & Offerings Gloria Patri*
Greatorex
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! Prayer of Thanksgiving* Christian Education is at 9:45 AM, with fellowship and refreshments at 10:30 AM
Hymn #468*
“My Faith Has Found a Resting Place”
The Benediction*
Pastor Greco
Announcements
Dr. Morris 4
EVENING WORSHIP Conclude the Lord’s Day with His people, tonight at 6:00 PM. Call to Worship* Hymn #168*
“I Greet Thee, Who My Sure Redeemer Art”
Hymn Requests Prayer Requests Sermon Text
E-MAIL PRAYER CHAIN The Christ Church email prayer chain may be activated by contacting the church office (281-392-0002 or prayerchain@ cckpca.org). If you wish to receive emails from the prayer chain please contact the office.
Galatians 1:6-10
Prayer of Illumination The Sermon
Mr. Daryl Brister “Majesty, Message & Ministry of the Gospel”
The Benediction* Post-Service Fellowship
There is no supper this evening.
Next Week – There will be no evening service at Christ Church next Sunday. Instead, Southwest PCA will be hosting a joint evening worship service at 6:00 PM with other PCA churches in our Presbytery.
NURSERY CARE Nursery care is available for infants & children up to the 4th birthday during both morning worship services in rooms 110 & 111. During Sunday School, infants & children born after September 1, 2014 may be placed in nursery care in room 110. Nursery care is not provided at our family-friendly evening service. Our nursery is equipped with a pager system to alert parents if necessary. Vibrating pagers don’t make noise, so keep them where you will notice the vibration. Also, please remember to return the pager when you pick up your child. Thank you!
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MERCY MINISTRY Those in need of this service should contact Kendra Hoag at mercyministry@ cckpca.org
A congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America
10818 Gaston Rd. Katy, TX 77494 www.cckpca.org
Office Hours: 9 am to 5 pm 281.392.0002 (phone) [email protected]
SUNDAY SERVICES 8:30 AM – Morning Worship 9:45 AM – Sunday School 11:00 AM – Morning Worship 6:00 PM – Evening Worship Senior Pastor Rev. Fred Greco 832.922.7060 (cell)
Ruling Elders Mark Becker Daryl Brister Neal Hare Steve Mathis (Clerk) Andrew McCallum David Morris Robert Stacey
Deacons Andy Alvarado Ken Nesteroff Moses Ribeiro Jonathan Arrowood Duane Thompson Ben Bosma (Chairman) Glen Tyler (Vice Chairman) Randy Brant Van VanZant* Arnaldo Espinel Mark Watt Nick Hidalgo Doug Wilson Stephen Howell Michael Wright* Spencer Jackson (Secretary) * on sabbatical
Online Giving Now Available at www.cckpca.org/give or scan here:
