July 29, 2018 SUNDAY WORSHIP: 8:30 & 11:00AM
SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10:00AM
510 COALFIELD ROAD | MIDLOTHIAN, VA 23114-4405
WWW.SYCAMOREPRES.COM
To know Christ personally
To mature spiritually
To build community
To show God’s love faithfully
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Thank you for worshipping with us at Sycamore Presbyterian Church! It is exciting to be a part of what God is doing in our community, and we look forward to getting to know you.
We want to be a church that is committed to Christ and His Word, and to be a church that really loves one another. We want to provide a good environment for those who are just becoming interested in Christ to learn and grow without feeling the pressure to pretend to be more “spiritual” than they are, as well as provide opportunity for those who are experienced and committed to serve.
We would love to have you join with us as we seek:
To know Christ personally— Faith begins with a personal commitment to Christ, trusting in Him as Savior and Lord.
To mature spiritually—Faith grows through commitment to His Word, studying and applying the Scriptures, transforming every area of life.
To build community—Faith is evident in our love for one another. Jesus said, “By this the world will know you are my disciples, if you love one another.” This involves commitment beyond Sunday morning to small groups in which we pray and care for one another.
To show God’s love faithfully—Faith is expressed through witness and mercy. As God’s love is shown for us in Christ, who gave his life for us, we are to show God’s love to others, giving ourselves to share Christ with them, and serving in our community, our city, and our world.
That others might know Christ personally…
Harry D. Long
Senior Pastor
Prayer of Belief:
“Lord Jesus Christ, I know I am a sinner and do not deserve eternal life.
But, I believe You died and rose from the grave to purchase a place in heaven for me.
Lord Jesus, come into my life; take control of my life; forgive my sins and save me. I repent of my sins and now place my trust in You for my salvation.
I accept the free gift of eternal life. Amen.”
WELCOME TO SYCAMORE!
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PREPARATION FOR THE WORD
PRELUDE
WELCOME (please silence cell phones)
CALL TO WORSHIP*
HYMN OF PRAISE*
Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing #457
PRAYER OF ADORATION
PRAYER OF CONFESSION from Ephesians 2:12-13, 4:1-2
Remember that you were separate from Christ,
excluded from citizenship in Israel
and foreigners to the covenants of the promise,
without hope and without God in the world.
But now in Christ Jesus we who once were far away
have been brought near through the blood of Christ.
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As a prisoner for the Lord, then,
I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.
Be completely humble and gentle;
be patient, bearing with one another in love.
SILENT PRAYER AND ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Silent prayer, confessing your sin in the light of this passage and in particular,
as each is led in your own heart.
Corporate prayer, thanking God for forgiveness in Christ.
SERVICE FOR THE WORSHIP OF GOD
JULY 29, 2018
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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 for ever. Amen
APOSTLE’S CREED
SERMON IN A BOX
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On the Fifth Sunday of the month, all families worship together, so there will be no Children’s Church today. Nursery is still provided for children ages 0-3.
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HYMN OF ASSURANCE*
O Praise the Name page 7
HEARING OF THE WORD
SCRIPTURE* ROMANS 15:7-13
SERMON SERIES: ROMANS PASTOR HARRY LONG
Just as Christ Accepted You
RESPONSE TO THE WORD
PRAYER OF APPLICATION
HYMN OF PURPOSE*
Come, People of the Risen King page 8
PRAYER OF PETITION & THANKSGIVING
8:30 Jim Shefferly 11:00 Glenn Kurtz
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CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
May the Mind of Christ My Savior
May the peace of God my Father rule my life in everything,
That I may be calm to comfort sick and sorrowing.
PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
Gospel Medley
Men’s Choir
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
Doxology #731
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him all creatures here below:
Praise Him above ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
BENEDICTION*
CLOSING REFRAIN*
Lead Me Lord, Lead Me in Thy Righteousness, verse 1
Lead me, Lord, lead me in thy righteousness
Make thy way plain before my face.
For it is thou, Lord, thou, Lord, only.
That makes me to dwell in safety.
POSTLUDE
Be sure to introduce yourself to someone that you don’t know
and welcome them to Sycamore!
*Congregation please stand
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SERMON OUTLINE
Sermon Series Romans Harry Long
Your Responsibility is to Love One Another ch.12-13
Application: Showing Love to Those Whose Faith Is Weak ch 14-15
Accept One Another
Scripture Romans 15:7-13
Sermon: Just As Christ Accepted You
1. We were all outcasts.
2. Christ was cut off that the nations might be cut in.
- he became a “servant of circumcision”
- to confirm the promises made to the patriarchs
- so that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy
3. This was God’s plan all along
- 2 Samuel 22:50, Psalm 18:49
- Deuteronomy 32:43
- Psalm 117:1
- Isaiah 11:10
4. Just as Christ has accepted you, accept one another
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PRAYER
MISSIONS: Philip and Terry McCurley, Youth with a Mission (YWAM), Salem, Oregon.
The past few weeks have been a whirlwind! In June, I had a successful trip back East. I reconnected with current supporters and gained new prayer and financial supporters. On June 23rd, we ventured to Kimberly, Oregon, where our daughter Megan had a beautiful outdoor wedding to Jake that was like a huge family reunion! At the beginning of August we will be celebrating the 40th year of YWAM in Salem! YWAM Salem has been “training and sending missionaries from the Pacific Northwest since 1978.” It is good to be part of a ministry that has had that kind of longevity. And lastly, an interesting piece of news: One of my Strategic Partners in Thailand is located near the cave where the soccer team was recently trapped. Brandon has been faithfully sharing the love of God to the Thai people for the last 13 years. He lives next to the caves and reaches out to these families with God’s love. Long after media fanfare is over, he and his team will still be there walking with these families.
OUR DENOMINATION: Marc Corbett, Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) Lynchburg, VA
OUR CONGREGATION: Hispanic Ministry
OUR COMMUNITY: Pregnancy Resource Center
OUR CITY:
We pray for governments and governing bodies of Metropolitan Richmond: For the Supervisors of Hanover, Henrico and Chesterfield Counties, the County Administrators, and all other county employees.
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In our Prayer of Petition and Thanksgiving, we rotate praying for the various
ministries and needs of our denomination, congregation, community and city, as well
as praying for the personal needs within our congregation.
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THIS WEEK AT SPC
Sunday:
Sunday Worship 8:30 and 11:00 am
Hispanic Worship Service: 11:15 am
Adult Sunday School 10:00 –10:50 am
A Survey of Church History: AD 1800-1900
Led by the Elders in Room 25
A Theological Exploration of Liberty and Changes in Liberal Polity
Led by Scott Daniels in Room 3
Youth Group:
Middle School 5:00-6:30 pm High School 6:30-8:00 pm
Monday:
12:00 pm Prayer Meeting room 25
Tuesday:
6:00 am Men’s Bible Study room 10
6:45 am Men’s Bible Study room 12
6:00 pm Middle School Bible Study
Thursday:
9:30 am ESL Conversation
Friday:
6:00 am Men’s Bible Study room 10
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:
VIP’s have rescheduled their summer INDOOR PICNIC to Thursday, August 9th at 11:30 am. As food will be provided, please RSVP to the church office by Tuesday, August 7th!
It’s not too late: There is still a need for male buddies for the upcoming Young Life Capernaum Camp, on August 11-15th. Contact Grace Keen at [email protected] for more information.
Save the Date: 2018 Concert and Family Picnic! Invite your friends and neighbors to Sycamore on Sunday, August 19th at 6:00 pm.
Choir Kick Off: Is scheduled for August 25th! This event, which includes lunch, is for anyone interested in joining the choir! Sign up online!
FOR YOUR INFORMATION...
Sycamore Weekly Newsletter: Would you like to receive Sycamore’s weekly newsletter in your inbox on Fridays? To sign up, simply go to our website,
www.sycamorepres.com, click on Resources and then Newsletter Subscription.
Prayer Chain: Please let the church office know if you would like to be put on the Prayer Chain. (This is an email prayer chain.)
Hearing Assistance Devices: Headsets are available for those needing assistance. Please see a technician in the sound booth before either service to borrow a unit. Please return the unit after the conclusion of the service. We hope this will enhance your participation in the worship service.
A very special THANK YOU to all those AWESOME VOLUNTEERS who
helped make Arts Camp a great success! It couldn’t have been done without
all your efforts. Thank you for serving the children of our church and
community with your gifts and talents!
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully
administering God’s grace in its various forms. “ I Peter 4:10
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Church Staff:
Harry D. Long, Senior Pastor
Marty Cates, Asst. Pastor of Youth & Family Ministries
Becky Boone, Children’s Ministry Director
Michael Breakall, Music Director
Grace Keen, Youth Intern
Sheree Coy, Bookkeeper
Kate Maguire, Administrative Assistant
Margarita Wallace, Administrative Assistant
Elders:
Jim Bates - Rob Cross - Peter Martin - Stephen Righter
Trevor Roberts - Jim Shefferly - Jim Ulmer - Gene Whitehead
Deacons:
Tyler Burgess - Brian Gabriel - Greg McCarthy - Pat Murphy
Steve O’Brien - Scott Shefferly - Frank Stokes - John Vick - Chris Wells
Office Hours 8:30-4:30 Mon-Fri
Phone 804.794.0238
Fax 804.794.6757
FINANCIAL INFORMATION:
June 2018—Year to Date
ACTUAL BUDGET
Income $191,052 $161,883 (over budget ($29,169))
Expenses $182,507 $181,855 (under budget ($652))
July’s offering goal: $90,393 July’s offering: $60,612—67%
REACH CAMPAIGN:
Giving To Date: $86,483 Total Goal: $495,000
Summer Interns
James Edmunds
Alexis Harrell
Mitchell Kruger
Julissa Moran-Perez
Claira Moss
Jason Nuwayhid
Keila Wallace
