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January 22, 2017
Matthew 11:28, “Come unto me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
To all who sin and need a Savior, to all who are burdened and need rest, to all who sorrow and long
for comfort, to all who struggle and seek victory, to all who hunger and thirst after righteousness,
and to whosoever will come, Providence Presbyterian Church opens wide her doors and offers
welcome in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The Preparation For Worship
Prelude and Silent Prayer Lori Munn Parker
Welcome and Announcements Elder Harold Miller
(Please pass registration pad after signing)
Choir Introit
The Adoration Of God
*Call to Worship Psalm 67 Rev. Michael Cannon
“May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us so that your ways
may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. May the peoples praise you O
God; may all the peoples praise you. May God bless us still, so that all the ends of the
earth will fear him.”
*Prayer of Adoration and Lord’s Prayer
*Hymn of Praise “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” No. 32
*Confession of Faith The Belgic Confession, Article 20
“We believe that God—who is perfectly merciful and also very just—sent his Son to
assume the nature in which the disobedience had been committed, in order to bear in it
the punishment of sin by his most bitter passion and death. So God made known his
justice toward his Son, who was charged with our sin, and he poured out his goodness
and mercy on us, who are guilty and worthy of damnation, giving to us his Son to die, by
a most perfect love, and raising him to life for our justification, in order that by him we
might have immortality and eternal life.
*Gloria Patri No. 735
Confession Of Our Need Of Christ And God’s Grace
Corporate Confession of Sin
“Eternal and Almighty God, we confess before your Divine Majesty that we are miserable
sinners, born in corruption and iniquity, prone to evil, and of ourselves incapable of any
good. We acknowledge that we transgress, in various ways, your holy commandments,
so that we draw down on ourselves, through your righteous judgment, condemnation
and death. We have deep sorrow in our hearts for having offended you; and we implore
your grace to relieve our wretchedness. O most gracious God and merciful Father, have
compassion on us in the name of your son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Pardon our sins, give
us the graces of the Holy Spirit, and increase them day by day, to the end, that heartily
acknowledging our unworthiness and forsaking our sins, we may be filled with that
godly sorrow which brings about repentance unto salvation, and may bring forth fruits of
righteousness acceptable to you, through Jesus Christ our Lord.”
The Assurance of Pardoning Grace 1 Peter 2:24-25
“He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to
righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. For you were straying like sheep,
but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.”
Response “We Have Heard the Joyful Sound” No. 448
(Ushers come forward for offering)
Response Of Thanksgiving
Offertory Prayer Elder Harold Miller
Receiving Tithes/Offerings
*Doxology No. 731
Choral Anthem “Fairest Lord Jesus” arr. Hayes
~ Words in Hymnal No. 170 ~
The Means Of Grace
Old Testament Scripture Reading 1 Samuel 12:1-5 Page 233
New Testament Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 12: 1-11 Page 959
Psalm Singing Psalm 4B “Answer When I Call” Children (ages 4&5) leave for Children’s Church
“David has been heard and helped but not all the rebels have been put down, so he continues in prayer
knowing he has been set apart by the LORD. The believer is in a similar position. In union with the true
David, past deliverances from spiritual distress are a fact of experience, and the opposition to Christ’s
cause is ultimately futile. Through nearly starving (2 Sam 17:27-29) David is able to lie down and sleep comes
at once. To be at peace with God is to be at peace with oneself.”
Pastoral Prayer Rev. Michael Cannon
Scripture Lesson Demons Know Their Master Rev. Michael Cannon
Luke 4: 31-41 Page 860
The Response And Blessing
*Benediction
*Closing Hymn “May the Mind of Christ My Savior” No. 644
May the mind of Christ my Savior live in me from day to day
By his love and pow’r controlling all I do and say.
*Postlude Lori Munn Parker
*Congregation standing as able
Prelude (We quiet our hearts and voices) Mrs. Emily Reeves
Welcome, Announcements and Prayer Elder Harold Miller
*Call to Worship Rev. Michael Cannon
“Praise the Lord! I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, in the company of the
upright in the congregation. Great are the works of the Lord, studied by all who delight in
them. Psalm 111: 1-2
Hymn “In Christ Alone” Stuart Townend and Keith Getty
Praise Team
E100 Moment Mr. David Reeves
Offertory Prayer
Offering
Hymn “More Love to Thee, O Christ ” No. 649
Season of Prayer
Scripture Lesson Sanctification Romans 6: 1-13
Page 942
*Benediction
*Closing Hymn “There Is A Redeemer” arr. Keith Green
There is a Redeemer
Jesus, God’s own Son
Precious Lamb of God, Messiah
Ho-ly One
Thank you, O my Father
For giving us Your Son
And leaving Your Spirit ‘till
The work on earth is done
*Postlude
“In Christ Alone”
The Session Has Scheduled the Sacrament of Holy Communion
A Means of Grace
to be observed on
Sunday Morning January 29, 2017
The scriptures warn us to be diligent in making preparation
before the celebration of Communion.
“Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of profaning the body and blood of the Lord. Let a person examine himself, and then so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgment on himself.” – 1 Cor. 11:27-29
In A Sacramental Catechism by John Williamson (1680-1750), he asks:
What sort of preparation is it that God requires of such that come to His table? It is not a slack or careless preparation to be done in a hasty and superficial manner, as some do who never set about it till Saturday or the Lord’s day morning before they commune. No, it must be timely and deliberately, conscientious and impartial, diligent and fervent in the use of all appointed means, depending upon God for the gracious preparation of the heart according to His promise – Ps. 10:17; Prov. 16:1
The Westminster Larger Catechism (Question 171) gives a wonderful and clear explanation of how we ought to prepare for the observation of this covenantal meal: “They that receive the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper are, before they come, to prepare themselves there unto, by examining themselves of their being in Christ, of their sins and wants; of the truth and measure of their knowledge, faith, repentance; love to God and the brethren, charity to all men, forgiving those that have done them wrong; of their desires after Christ, and of their new obedience, and by renewing the exercise of these graces, by serious meditation and fervent prayer.”
Carefully consider these before your participation:
Reflection on the depth of your love for Christ and the brethren.
Discernment of your own understanding of the Supper.
Meditation on Christ’s death and suffering.
Feeding on Him in faith.
Desire for Christ
Missionary Family of the Week
MTW - Ian & Heather
Prayer Family of the Week
Mr. Don Ingram
CALENDAR OF THE WEEK
Elder on Call: Lester Harrison
Deacon on Duty: Jason Carter
TLC: For Need Call Church Office (601-924-4747)
SUNDAY
Coffee and Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Mission Committee 4:45 p.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m.
TUESDAY
Men’s Prayer Group 6:45 a.m. Ladies Bible Study 9:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY
Govero Group @ Govero Home 6:00 p.m. Fellowship Group @ Church 6:00 p.m. Harrison Group 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 6:30 p.m. College Group 7:45 p.m. @ 406 Monroe Street
THURSDAY
Men’s Breakfast at Shoneys 8:00 a.m. Ladies Prayer Group 8:30 a.m.
Monday: Romans 8:1-39
Tuesday: Galatians 5:16-6:10
Wednesday: Ephesians 6:10-20
Thursday: Philippians 4:2-9
Friday: Colossians 1:1-23
AGAPE MEAL
The LMT will host a chili cook-off on Sunday, January 29th. There are sign up sheets
on the table in the Narthex. Please sign up to help set up (3-4 people are needed). Six
pots of chili are needed and two non-chili soup. Also needed are six salads. Chips,
crackers and desserts will also be warmly (and ravenously) received!
COLLEGE GROUP
It’s College Group time! There is a sign up sheet on the table in the Narthex.
Suggestions: cookies, brownies, rice crispy treats, chips and dip, or any small finger
food for approximately 15 people. Food can be dropped off in the church office on
Wednesday anytime between 8 am and 4 pm.
GUEST PIANIST
Our guest pianist this morning is Lori Munn Parker. Lori will be helping us with the
worship service for the next few weeks.
VELVETEEN MOMMIES
The Velveteen Mommies will meet Thursday, February 9, at 6: 30 p.m. at the home of
Emily Reeves. Please sign up in the foyer to bring salad or dessert. Taco Soup will be
provided. If you have any questions, call Emily at 601-906-0940.
CENTER FOR PREGNANCY CHOICES
Just in case you did not know, all Sunday morning coffee donations as well as the
Sunday School offerings are sent to help fund Center for Pregnancy Choices. Please be
sure to pick up a box for your change donations.
MID-SOUTH MEN’S RALLY
First Presbyterian Men’s Rally will be Friday, January 27, 2017, from 5:15 p.m. to
9:00 p.m. No advance registration is required. There is no charge for rally or dinner.
For more information, visit FPCJACKSON.ORG/MSMR
Friends at Providence,
I would like to thank the congregation and the Session of
Providence for the kind words of appreciation and the warm
recognition given to me on my last Sunday as organist,
December 25, 2016. It has been my privilege to work with such a
caring group of people throughout my time at Westminster and
Providence. You have stood by me through times of joy and
sorrow. I have made friendships that will last a lifetime. I pray
for all the best for Providence in the future.
With love,
Janet Taylor
MISSION CONFERENCE
Please mark your calendar for the upcoming Mission Conference. The Conference
will begin on Friday, February 24, through February 26, 2017. There will be a ladies
Luncheon on Saturday, February 25th. Dr. Joseph M. Martin, Professor of Christian
Ministries will be the keynote speaker.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY
All ladies are invited to the weekly Bible study each Tuesday at 9:30 am. The study
is examining the book, A Woman’s Wisdom: How the Book of Proverbs Speaks to
Everything, by Lydia Brownback ($12).
OFFICER TRAINING
Please be in prayer for the Officer Training which begins on Monday night,
January 23, through April 3, 2017. Upon completion of training, the newly qualified
candidates will be presented for a Congregational vote on April 25, 2017.
Church Staff
Pastor ……………………………………………………..Rev. Michael Cannon
Music Director…………………………………………….Mrs. Emily Reeves
Church Treasurer………………………………………….Mr. Chris Govero
Secretary…………………………………………………..Mrs. Deborah Scott
Nursery Director…………………………………………..Mrs. Amanda Davis
Assistant Nursery Director………………………………..Mrs. Amy Carter
Youth Director…………………………………………….Mr. David Reeves
College Intern…………………………………….……….Mr. Bryce Davis
The Session
Dr. Lester Harrison—Clerk Mr. Steve McNair
Mr. Chris Govero Mr. Harold Miller
Mr. Bill Pleasant Mr. John Spears
The Diaconate
Mr. Jason Carter—Chairman Mr. David Johnson
Mr. Pete Bishop Mr. Reuben Oates
Mr. Jason Bullock Mr. David Reeves
Mr. Steve Craven Mr. David Thornton
Mr. Jeremy Elliott Mr. John Turbeville
Rev. Michael Cannon
PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, PCA
1580 Clinton Raymond Road * Clinton, Mississippi 39056
601-924-4747