AUGUST 11, 2019

WELCOME

Westminster Presbyterian Church is a covenant family of believers called by God to fulfill His purposes here in Laurel, and as a staging ground for worldwide kingdom growth where we seek to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ – to fill the earth with disciples, subdue it redemptively for God’s glory, and worship Him joyfully. We are being redeemed and equipped by the Spirit to build up one another until the Lord returns.

ORDER FOR THE CELEBRATION OF PUBLIC WORSHIP AND HOLY COMMUNION

AUGUST 11, 2019 * Congregation Standing

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS John Lowery

WORD ON WORSHIP Rev. Mike Allen

INVOCATION

INTROIT Lisa Badley & Strings

You Are Crowned With Many Crowns

RESPONSIVE CALL TO WORSHIP* Oh sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth! Sing to the LORD, bless his name; tell of his salvation from day to day.   

- Psalm 96:1-2 HYMN OF PRAISE*

Come, Christians, Join to Sing

COME, CHRISTIANS, JOIN TO SING

CORPORATE CONFESSION OF OUR CHURCH’S FAITH* In our world, bent under the weight of sin, Christ gathers a new community. Satan and his evil forces seek whom they may confuse and swallow; but Jesus builds His church, His Spirit guides, and grace abounds. The church is the fellowship of those who confess Jesus as Lord. She is the Bride of Christ, His chosen partner, loved by Jesus and loving Him: delighting in His presence, seeking Him in prayer, silent before the mystery of His love. Our new life in Christ is celebrated and nourished in the fellowship of congregationswhere God’s name is praised, His Word proclaimed, His way taught; where sins are confessed, prayers and gifts are offered, and sacraments are celebrated. —Our World Belongs to God, st. 37-39

NEW TESTAMENT READING Robert Hayes Acts 2:28-35

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OFFERTORY PRAYER

ANTHEM Choir I Give My Life

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION AND CHANGE

SCRIPTURE LESSON AND SERMON

Down But Not Downcast Psalm 4

CORPORATE CONFESSION OF SIN Loving God, who sent Your Son to seek and save the lost, who invites the weary and the burdened to rest, and who heals the hurting, we confess that we have lost our way. Forgive us for our wayward and willful disobedience. Forgive our failure to trust You. Forgive us for thinking little of Your majesty and for presuming upon Your grace. Forgive us for every thought, word, or deed that has brought hurt to others, harmed ourselves, or dishonored Your name. Change us by the power of Your Spirit, that we may desire what is good, love what You love, and do what You command, through Jesus Christ our Lord. (Hear now our silent prayers of confession)

ASSURANCE OF PARDON AND THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our 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.

HOLY COMMUNION

Minister: The peace of the Lord be with you! People: And also with you!

Breaking of the Bread and Sharing of the Cup The center of each bread tray contains gluten-free bread. The outer ring of each cup tray contains wine, the inner rings contain juice.

BENEDICTION

HYMN OF REJOICING* Glory to Our Great Redeemer (v.4) Glory to our great Redeemer Conqueror of death and hell

He was resurrected, raising me as well Glory, glory to His Name

Glory to our perfect Sacrifice A Lamb whose blood covered my shame

The wrath of God poured out and satisfied Glory, glory to His Name

Father/Son Camping & Canoe Trip: We will host our annual father/son camping trip on August 16th-17th. All boys 1st-6th grade are invited on this trip and must be accompanied by an adult. The group will camp out Friday night and spend the day Saturday canoeing. If you are interested in this trip, please RSVP with John Lowery or Kristen no later than Monday, August 12th.

Regular Wednesday Night Programs will resume this week. The meal will begin at 5:30PM. The adult class will begin the study of “War of Word” by Paul David Tripp.

Choir: After their summer siesta, the adult choir starts its weekly rehearsals back this Wednesday. (Now is the perfect time to join the choir!) The rehearsal time is 7:00 p.m. Nursery is provided along with a healthy dose of humor and inspiration. (Now is the perfect time to join the choir!) Come join us for our Wednesday night meal and classes and then stay for choir. We'll be starting our Christmas preparations as well. C'mon, you know you need/should/want to. Use your gifts! See Dave if you have any questions. (Now is the perfect time to join the choir!)

New Members Class will be offered beginning this Wednesday, at 6:15 PM. This is a four week class for anyone who has recently joined or is interested in joining the Westminster family.

Ladies Tuesday Morning Bible Study will begin on September 3rd. We will begin the study of the book of Philippians. Please contact Barbara Holt if you are interested in participating in this class

ANNOUNCEMENTS

To give online, please go to www.wpclaurel.com and click “Give”.

Down But Not Downcast Psalm 4

August 11, 2019

I. We Don’t R__________ from God v. 1

II. We R____________ Ourselves of Our True Identity v. 3 .

III. We R______________ Our Heart v. 4

IV. We R__________ Worshipful v. 5

V. We R____________ with Others v. 6

VI. We R__________ v. 7

VII. We R__________ v. 8

Sources Consulted:

Accordance Bible Software - ESV - Greek and Hebrew Analysis; ESV Study Bible; Calvin Commentaries; Keil, C. F.; Delitzsch, Franz Commentary on the Old Testament; Derek Thomas - Making The Most Of Your Devotional Life; John Piper - Desiring God; Miroslav Volf - Free Of Charge; Derek Kidner - Tyndale Old Testament Commentary (Psalms 1-72; Charles Spurgeon - Treasury

Of David; Henry, Matthew - Concise Commentary; Meyer, F.B. Our Daily Homily; Motyer, J.A. New Bible Commentary

Rev. Mike Allen

SERMON NOTES

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Sunday, August 11 9:00 AM - Sunday School 10:00 AM - Fellowship 10:30 AM - Morning Worship

Monday, August 12 No Activities Planned

Tuesday, August 13 7:30AM - 3:30PM - MMO

Wednesday, August 14 7:30 AM - Men’s Bible Study 11:00AM - Ladies Prayer Group 5:30 PM - Fellowship Meal 6:05 PM - “His Kids” Choir 6:10 PM - Adult Bible Study, Youth 6:15 - New Members Class 6:25 PM - Gospel Project Classes (K5-1st) and (2nd-6th) 6:30 PM - Handbells 7:00 - Adult Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, August 15 7:30AM - 3:30PM - MMO

Friday, July August 16 No Activities Planned

Saturday, August 17 No Activities Planned

Officers of the Week Aug 11-Aug 17 Aug 18-Aug 24 Elder: Robert Hayes Danny Martin

Deacon: John Tucker Mike Windham

Elders

Phil Buehler John Carter Darron Dodd Robert Hayes Danny Martin Steven Morgan Hardie Perritt

Deacons

Chase Edwards Jordan Graves Josh Jones Luke Morgan John Tucker Mike Windham

Westminster Officers & Staff:

Church Staff Rev. Mike Allen, Pastor Lisa Badley, Pianist John Carter, Church Facilitator Dave Graeser, Music Ministries Director Kristen Graves, Children’s Ministry Director and Youth Director Gail Smith, Nursery Coordinator Kerri Temple, Administrative Assistant

Nursery Staff Katie Allen Emily Graves Kim Graves Jan Jacobo Pamela Smith

Instrumentalists Cecil Henriquez, violin Diana Lopez, viola Alvaro Miranda, cello

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Wednesday Night Meal

Pizza, salad, and dessert

August Nursery Workers

Aug. 11th- Luke & Mary Katherine Morgan Mary Ellen Hayes

Aug. 18th- Hermann & Julie Pappas Kelly Hayes

Aug. 25th- Rick & Lara Youngblood Amy Allen

Westminster Presbyterian Church (EPC) 1200 Highway 15 North

Laurel, Mississippi (601) 649-8033

www.wpclaurel.com