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As we gather for worship and fellowship, may we be one, even as Jesus and the Father are one. Welcome, one and all!
THE ORDER OF WORSHIP Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Father’s Day June 19, 2016
10:45 a.m. THE GATHERING
Welcome and the Life of the Church Opening Voluntary
Liturgical Improvisation II
Rev. Larry Sivis
George Oldroyd
(Those that dwell under the defense of the most High will abide under the shadow of the Almighty.) † Call to Worship L: As we gather in your name, O Lord; P: may our hungry hearts be fed. L: As we gather in your name, P: may your peace and power fill and renew us for the journey. † Hymn of Praise
Ours the Journey
† Invocation † Congregational Response Alleluia! Praise the Lord
#458
THE SERVICE OF THE WORD First Lesson L: The Word of the Lord. P: Thanks be to God.
Exodus 20:17 (Page #62)
Second Lesson L: The Word of the Lord. P: Thanks be to God.
James 1:12—15 (Page #202)
Anthem
Walking in Faith with Our Lord
Chalice Ensemble
Don Besig
† Gospel Lesson L: This is the Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ. P: Praise be to Thee, Lord Christ. † Congregational Response
Matthew 5:27—30 (Page #4)
Glory Be to God
Children’s Moment
Miss Amy Christman
(All children are invited to come forward at this time. Afterwards, children age 4 – grade 2 may attend FIRST KIDS! in room 15.)
Sermon
Rev. Dr. Isaac “Ike” Nicholson Self-Deception and The Human Heart
Invitation to Discipleship † Hymn of Commitment
#353 Come to Me, O Weary Traveler
THE SERVICE OF THE TABLE † Pastoral Prayer † Prayer Response
Shelter Me, O God
Invitation to Stewardship Offertory
Pastorale in E-flat Major George F. Handel
† Doxology
Tune: Marion Praise God who rules all worlds; the risen Christ adore. Praise God the Spirit, Holy Fire, one God for evermore! Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice, give thanks and sing.
† Prayer of Blessing for the Offering An Invitation to the Lord’s Table Communion Hymn
As Grain on Scattered Hillsides
The Great Thanksgiving L: The Lord be with you. P: And with thy spirit. L: Lift up your hearts. P: We lift them up unto the Lord. L: Let us give thanks unto the Lord our God. P: It is right to give Him thanks and praise.
#491 (1,2,4) Responsive
Words of Institution Prayers of Blessing for the Elements Distribution of the Elements
(We partake of the Bread as it is passed to symbolize our personal fellowship with God in Christ. We retain the Cup to partake in unison, symbolizing our oneness in Christ. All followers of Christ are invited to participate.)
Holy Communion † The Lord’s Prayer (Trespasses)
In Unison
† The Summation L: Christ has died! P: Christ is risen! A: Christ will come again! GOING FORTH TO SERVE GOD † Recessional Hymn Tune: Austin Rest in me, O weary traveler; rest in me and do not fear. Rest in me, my heart is gentle; rest and cast away your care. † Benediction † Closing Voluntary
A Trumpet Recessional in D Major Trey Clegg
† Please stand, as you are able.
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Elders: Kim Sutton/Loaf; Pete Wonn/Cup; David Floyd/Homebound Deacons: Libby Albright, Marvin Childers, Sherry Childers, Vanessa Stevens, Will Stevens, Jim Ward, Katie Wesley, Terri Wonn A/V Department: Team 1 Coffee Fellowship: Garry Lewis, Angie Lewis Communion Coordinators: Treca Timberlake, Terri VanHoose Greeters: Pete & Terri Wonn Lay Readers: Jack VanHoose, Pete Wonn Ushers: Joyce Schuman, Linda Schuman Van Driver: Mike Freholm Youth Deacon Liturgist: Carly Conley
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MISSION AND WITNESS June 19—June 25, 2016 SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. MONDAY 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY 8:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. THURSDAY 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
FIRST KIDS! Sunday School Chalice Ensemble Rehearsal “A Place For You” Television Ministry (Adelphia, Ch. 9; Time Warner, Ch. 9) Morning Worship Coffee Fellowship Women’s Bell/Chime Ensemble Rehearsal Faith and Fitness Fellowship Hall Reserved/CC Boy Scouts Men’s Breakfast Fellowship (Pancakes & Sausage) Youth Summer Lunch/Elder: Kay Pearce Fellowship Hall Reserved/Basketball Beth Moore Bible Study Meals on Wheels/Marvin & Sherry Childers Vespers Youth Depart for Kings Island Faith and Fitness
IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH
Welcome to First Christian Church!
We are glad you are worshipping with us this morning! Please take a moment to sign the attendance registration form, located at the end of your pew, and pass it to your neighbor.
Cell Phones May Disrupt Live Broadcast
Please turn your cell phone off or to airplane mode during Morning Worship to ensure no disruption of the live streaming for our friends worshipping with us online.
Register for VBS!
Vacation Bible School is scheduled for July 25—28 from 5:30—8 p.m. All ages are invited to join us as we embark on Expedition Norway. You may register at the table in the Narthex or go online to www.firstchristianchurch.org.
Youth News
►High school students (incoming grade 9—completed grade 12) are invited to join Rev. Ike, Amy and Elder Kay Pearce this week, Tuesday June 21 for Summer Lunch. Please be at the church by 11:45 a.m. and bring lunch money. If you need transportation to church, please call the church office on Monday morning (324- 5335). ►First Ashland youth (incoming grade 6—completed grade 12) going on the Kings Island trip, ticket money is due by this Sunday, June 19. Tickets are $37 and the youth will need money for fast food meals and any other purchases in the park. We will meet at the church on Thursday, June 23 at 8 a.m. and return around 9 p.m. ►The Chi-Rho and CYF Money Wall will be outside of Amy's office for several weeks. We thank you for your continued support as we raise money for future youth ski trips, mission trips and other meaningful experiences. If you would like to participate: choose a numbered envelope (the number on the envelope is how many dollars you are agreeing to donate), place the appropriate amount of cash or a check in the envelope, and return the envelope to the red box in the main office. Thank you!
DWM Book Club
The DWM Book Club will meet Thursday, June 30 at 7 p.m. to discuss Tender Is the Night by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Librarian’s Pick
The June selection is The Bible Cure by Reginald Cherry. Within the text of the Bible are passages of health clues to help rid people of almost every major disease. Some questions answered are: → What are God’s nutritional laws? → Is there a way to avoid infectious diseases? → Which herbs and vitamins should you take? These questions, along with many others concerning food, doctors, and prayers for healing, are the focus of The Bible Cure. A very interesting read! (Mary Raybourn, FCC Librarian)
LECTIONARY TEXTS FOR SUNDAY, JUNE 26 2 Kings 2:1—2, 6—14; Galatians 5:1, 13—25; Luke 9:51—62; Psalm 77:1—2, 11—20 LAST WEEK’S RECAP ATTENDANCE Sunday School: 53 Morning Worship: 166 Vespers: 31 First Time Visitors: 5
OFFERING General Offering Designated OFFERING
PRAYER CONCERNS Week Ending Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Curtis Castle Leslie Castle Chris & Amy Compston Toni Gabbert’s Mother Matthew Lynch (by Jenny Damron) Family of Tom McKay (by Rev. Bill Pollack) Francis Nash (by Kent Juett) Kenneth Salyers (by Kent Juett) Lora Lei Shay (by Cheryl Lewis) Mack Stephens (by Kim Stephens) Family of Fred Traeger (by Amy Christman) Week Ending Wednesday, June 8, 2016 Gretchen Allen (by Kay Pearce)
$8,165.20 $302.00 $8,467.20
Family of Timmy Barker (by Jeri Ward) Marshall Barrett (by Kay Pearce) Lisa Conley (Chuck Conley’s Sister) Ken Davis (by Bob Brown) Robert Gibson, Jr. (by Leslie Castle) Glen Huff (by Russ Bowman) Carol Justice (by Jeri Ward) Oren Justice Paul Schleter (by Jeri Ward) Henry Shaner Paul Steele Corina Taylor (by Rev. Bill Pollack) Family of Landy Williams (by John DeLaney) Kevin Woods (by Joe Bill & Debbie Frazier) Week Ending Wednesday, June 1, 2016 Jim Allen (by David Ruth) Russ Bowman Mary Cordle (Lou Foster’s Daughter) Family of David Deeds (Cheri Daniel’s Uncle) Mary Huff (by Russ Bowman) Family of Bobby Joe Jones (by Shirley O’Neal) Grayden Locke (by Debbie Sivis) Janet Marcello (Helen Harmon’s Niece) Paul McWain (Helen Harmon’s Nephew) Richard Moore (Gail Frazier’s Brother) Pat Nickell (by Barby Clark) Jean Rowe (Margaret Ruth’s Stepmother) Christine Williams (by Helen Harmon) Shut-Ins: Tony Click, Lou Foster, Charles Gannon (Woodland Oaks), Betty Hemlepp, Juanita Kozee (Kings Daughters & Sons), Dorothy Lester (Woodland Oaks), E. E. McGuire, Roger Noonan, Jody Watson Military: Michael Buchanan (by Charles Buchanan), Robert Griffith, Dylan Kramer (by Cheryl Lewis), Floyd Watts (by Amanda Morgan)
Please discard your worship bulletin in one of the recycling bins found at the front and rear doors.
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Staff Rev. Dr. Isaac “Ike” Nicholson, Senior Minister Rev. Larry Sivis, Associate Minister Amy Christman, Director of Family Life Ministries Nanette Pollack, Office Manager Wayne McCulley, Facilities Manager Joyce Kiser, Financial Secretary Connie Reliford, Nursery Teacher Missy White, Preschool Teacher
Share Christ! Build Believers! Serve Others!
As we gather for worship and fellowship, may we be one, even as Jesus and the Father are one. Welcome, one and all!
THE ORDER OF WORSHIP Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Father’s Day June 19, 2016
10:45 a.m. THE GATHERING
Welcome and the Life of the Church Opening Voluntary
Liturgical Improvisation II
Rev. Larry Sivis
George Oldroyd
(Those that dwell under the defense of the most High will abide under the shadow of the Almighty.) † Call to Worship L: As we gather in your name, O Lord; P: may our hungry hearts be fed. L: As we gather in your name, P: may your peace and power fill and renew us for the journey. † Hymn of Praise
Ours the Journey
† Invocation † Congregational Response Alleluia! Praise the Lord
#458
THE SERVICE OF THE WORD First Lesson L: The Word of the Lord. P: Thanks be to God.
Exodus 20:17 (Page #62)
Second Lesson L: The Word of the Lord. P: Thanks be to God.
James 1:12—15 (Page #202)
Anthem
Walking in Faith with Our Lord
Chalice Ensemble
Don Besig
† Gospel Lesson L: This is the Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ. P: Praise be to Thee, Lord Christ. † Congregational Response
Matthew 5:27—30 (Page #4)
Glory Be to God
Children’s Moment
Miss Amy Christman
(All children are invited to come forward at this time. Afterwards, children age 4 – grade 2 may attend FIRST KIDS! in room 15.)
Sermon
Rev. Dr. Isaac “Ike” Nicholson Self-Deception and The Human Heart
Invitation to Discipleship † Hymn of Commitment
#353 Come to Me, O Weary Traveler
THE SERVICE OF THE TABLE † Pastoral Prayer † Prayer Response
Shelter Me, O God
Invitation to Stewardship Offertory
Pastorale in E-flat Major George F. Handel
† Doxology
Tune: Marion Praise God who rules all worlds; the risen Christ adore. Praise God the Spirit, Holy Fire, one God for evermore! Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice, give thanks and sing.
† Prayer of Blessing for the Offering An Invitation to the Lord’s Table Communion Hymn
As Grain on Scattered Hillsides
The Great Thanksgiving L: The Lord be with you. P: And with thy spirit. L: Lift up your hearts. P: We lift them up unto the Lord. L: Let us give thanks unto the Lord our God. P: It is right to give Him thanks and praise.
#491 (1,2,4) Responsive
Words of Institution Prayers of Blessing for the Elements Distribution of the Elements
(We partake of the Bread as it is passed to symbolize our personal fellowship with God in Christ. We retain the Cup to partake in unison, symbolizing our oneness in Christ. All followers of Christ are invited to participate.)
Holy Communion † The Lord’s Prayer (Trespasses)
In Unison
† The Summation L: Christ has died! P: Christ is risen! A: Christ will come again! GOING FORTH TO SERVE GOD † Recessional Hymn Tune: Austin Rest in me, O weary traveler; rest in me and do not fear. Rest in me, my heart is gentle; rest and cast away your care. † Benediction † Closing Voluntary
A Trumpet Recessional in D Major Trey Clegg
† Please stand, as you are able.
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Elders: Kim Sutton/Loaf; Pete Wonn/Cup; David Floyd/Homebound Deacons: Libby Albright, Marvin Childers, Sherry Childers, Vanessa Stevens, Will Stevens, Jim Ward, Katie Wesley, Terri Wonn A/V Department: Team 1 Coffee Fellowship: Garry Lewis, Angie Lewis Communion Coordinators: Treca Timberlake, Terri VanHoose Greeters: Pete & Terri Wonn Lay Readers: Jack VanHoose, Pete Wonn Ushers: Joyce Schuman, Linda Schuman Van Driver: Mike Freholm Youth Deacon Liturgist: Carly Conley
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MISSION AND WITNESS June 19—June 25, 2016 SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. MONDAY 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY 8:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. THURSDAY 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
FIRST KIDS! Sunday School Chalice Ensemble Rehearsal “A Place For You” Television Ministry (Adelphia, Ch. 9; Time Warner, Ch. 9) Morning Worship Coffee Fellowship Women’s Bell/Chime Ensemble Rehearsal Faith and Fitness Fellowship Hall Reserved/CC Boy Scouts Men’s Breakfast Fellowship (Pancakes & Sausage) Youth Summer Lunch/Elder: Kay Pearce Fellowship Hall Reserved/Basketball Beth Moore Bible Study Meals on Wheels/Marvin & Sherry Childers Vespers Youth Depart for Kings Island Faith and Fitness
IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH
Welcome to First Christian Church!
We are glad you are worshipping with us this morning! Please take a moment to sign the attendance registration form, located at the end of your pew, and pass it to your neighbor.
Cell Phones May Disrupt Live Broadcast
Please turn your cell phone off or to airplane mode during Morning Worship to ensure no disruption of the live streaming for our friends worshipping with us online.
Register for VBS!
Vacation Bible School is scheduled for July 25—28 from 5:30—8 p.m. All ages are invited to join us as we embark on Expedition Norway. You may register at the table in the Narthex or go online to www.firstchristianchurch.org.
Youth News
►High school students (incoming grade 9—completed grade 12) are invited to join Rev. Ike, Amy and Elder Kay Pearce this week, Tuesday June 21 for Summer Lunch. Please be at the church by 11:45 a.m. and bring lunch money. If you need transportation to church, please call the church office on Monday morning (324- 5335). ►First Ashland youth (incoming grade 6—completed grade 12) going on the Kings Island trip, ticket money is due by this Sunday, June 19. Tickets are $37 and the youth will need money for fast food meals and any other purchases in the park. We will meet at the church on Thursday, June 23 at 8 a.m. and return around 9 p.m. ►The Chi-Rho and CYF Money Wall will be outside of Amy's office for several weeks. We thank you for your continued support as we raise money for future youth ski trips, mission trips and other meaningful experiences. If you would like to participate: choose a numbered envelope (the number on the envelope is how many dollars you are agreeing to donate), place the appropriate amount of cash or a check in the envelope, and return the envelope to the red box in the main office. Thank you!
DWM Book Club
The DWM Book Club will meet Thursday, June 30 at 7 p.m. to discuss Tender Is the Night by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Librarian’s Pick
The June selection is The Bible Cure by Reginald Cherry. Within the text of the Bible are passages of health clues to help rid people of almost every major disease. Some questions answered are: → What are God’s nutritional laws? → Is there a way to avoid infectious diseases? → Which herbs and vitamins should you take? These questions, along with many others concerning food, doctors, and prayers for healing, are the focus of The Bible Cure. A very interesting read! (Mary Raybourn, FCC Librarian)
LECTIONARY TEXTS FOR SUNDAY, JUNE 26 2 Kings 2:1—2, 6—14; Galatians 5:1, 13—25; Luke 9:51—62; Psalm 77:1—2, 11—20 LAST WEEK’S RECAP ATTENDANCE Sunday School: 53 Morning Worship: 166 Vespers: 31 First Time Visitors: 5
OFFERING General Offering Designated OFFERING
PRAYER CONCERNS Week Ending Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Curtis Castle Leslie Castle Chris & Amy Compston Toni Gabbert’s Mother Matthew Lynch (by Jenny Damron) Family of Tom McKay (by Rev. Bill Pollack) Francis Nash (by Kent Juett) Kenneth Salyers (by Kent Juett) Lora Lei Shay (by Cheryl Lewis) Mack Stephens (by Kim Stephens) Family of Fred Traeger (by Amy Christman) Week Ending Wednesday, June 8, 2016 Gretchen Allen (by Kay Pearce)
$8,165.20 $302.00 $8,467.20
Family of Timmy Barker (by Jeri Ward) Marshall Barrett (by Kay Pearce) Lisa Conley (Chuck Conley’s Sister) Ken Davis (by Bob Brown) Robert Gibson, Jr. (by Leslie Castle) Glen Huff (by Russ Bowman) Carol Justice (by Jeri Ward) Oren Justice Paul Schleter (by Jeri Ward) Henry Shaner Paul Steele Corina Taylor (by Rev. Bill Pollack) Family of Landy Williams (by John DeLaney) Kevin Woods (by Joe Bill & Debbie Frazier) Week Ending Wednesday, June 1, 2016 Jim Allen (by David Ruth) Russ Bowman Mary Cordle (Lou Foster’s Daughter) Family of David Deeds (Cheri Daniel’s Uncle) Mary Huff (by Russ Bowman) Family of Bobby Joe Jones (by Shirley O’Neal) Grayden Locke (by Debbie Sivis) Janet Marcello (Helen Harmon’s Niece) Paul McWain (Helen Harmon’s Nephew) Richard Moore (Gail Frazier’s Brother) Pat Nickell (by Barby Clark) Jean Rowe (Margaret Ruth’s Stepmother) Christine Williams (by Helen Harmon) Shut-Ins: Tony Click, Lou Foster, Charles Gannon (Woodland Oaks), Betty Hemlepp, Juanita Kozee (Kings Daughters & Sons), Dorothy Lester (Woodland Oaks), E. E. McGuire, Roger Noonan, Jody Watson Military: Michael Buchanan (by Charles Buchanan), Robert Griffith, Dylan Kramer (by Cheryl Lewis), Floyd Watts (by Amanda Morgan)
Please discard your worship bulletin in one of the recycling bins found at the front and rear doors.
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Staff Rev. Dr. Isaac “Ike” Nicholson, Senior Minister Rev. Larry Sivis, Associate Minister Amy Christman, Director of Family Life Ministries Nanette Pollack, Office Manager Wayne McCulley, Facilities Manager Joyce Kiser, Financial Secretary Connie Reliford, Nursery Teacher Missy White, Preschool Teacher
