Sunday Morning Worship Service
March 20, 2005
TO OUR GUESTS, we extend a warm welcome. We invite you to participate in signing our Friendship Folder, adding your address and phone number if you'd like to receive our church newsletter or a pastoral call. When we pray the Lord's Prayer at Bethel, we say "sins...sin against us" rather than "debts..." or "trespasses..."; during "a time for sharing" we welcome prayer requests from the congregation. On first Sundays each month, all who put their trust in Christ and who have received baptism in any Christian church are invited to share his sacred meal. We are glad you are with us. Please come again.
Bethel Presbyterian Church
Palm Sunday
March 20, 2005
GREETING, WORDS OF WELCOME, RITUAL OF FRIENDSHIP AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest!
INTROIT Blessed Is He That Comes Chancel Choir
CALL TO WORSHIP
Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion!
Shout aloud, O daughter of Jerusalem!
Lo, your king comes to you;
Triumphant and victorious is he,
humble and riding on a donkey,
on a colt, the foal of a donkey.
PRAYER OF THE DAY
*HYMN # 89 Hosanna, Loud Hosanna Ellacombe
CALL TO CONFESSION
Remember that our Lord Jesus can sympathize with us in our weaknesses, since in every respect he was tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with boldness approach the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
(Silent Prayer)
*UNISON CONFESSION OF SIN
God of each new day, we confess that we join the crowds who insult and alienate and blame. We disgrace ourselves. Forgive us for listening too intently to all the voices of the world that clamor for our attention. Make us bold to speak up for the downtrodden, the oppressed, those captive to their fears. O God, who sustains the weary, open our hearts to see each other as you see us. Open our ears to hear your voice and give us Christ-like steadfastness in living our faith, serving others and bringing rest to the weary. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE
Hear the good news! In baptism you were buried with Christ. In baptism also you were raised to life with him, through faith in the power of him who raised Christ from the dead. Anyone who is in Christ is a new creation. The old life has gone; a new life has begun. Give thanks to God, for . . .
in Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Gloria Patri Hymn #579
MINUTE FOR MISSION One Great Hour of Sharing Ken Dungan
A MOMENT WITH THE CHILDREN Rev. Richard Hettrick, D.Min.
ANTHEM The Holy City Soloist, Phil Walsh
SCRIPTURE READINGS Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29; Matthew 21:1-11
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH – from A Brief Statement of Faith
We trust in Jesus Christ, fully human, fully God. Jesus proclaimed the reign of God: preaching good news to the poor and release to the captives, teaching by word and deed and blessing the children, healing the sick and binding up the brokenhearted, eating with outcasts, forgiving sinners, and calling all to repent and believe the gospel. Unjustly condemned for blasphemy and sedition, Jesus was crucified, suffering the depths of human pain and giving his life for the sins of the world. God raised this Jesus from the dead, vindicating his sinless life, breaking the power of sin and evil, delivering us from death to life eternal. Amen.
*HYMN #357 O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee Maryton
PRAYER CONCERNS AND A TIME FOR SHARING
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE LORD’S PRAYER
DEDICATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
*DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION Hymn #592
Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heavenly hosts; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*HYMN #525 vs. 1 Here I Am, Lord Here I Am, Lord
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES
CONGREGATION’S COMMITMENT (Congregation Responds)
Do you, as members of the church of Jesus Christ, promise to guide and nurture these candidates by word and deed, with love and prayer, encouraging them to know and follow Christ and to be faithful members of his church?
We do.
PROFESSION OF FAITH (Candidates Respond)
Do you renounce all evil, and powers in the world which defy God’s righteousness and love?
I renounce them.
Do you renounce the ways of sin that separate you from the love of God?
I renounce them.
Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Lord and Savior?
I do.
Will you be Christ’s faithful disciple, obeying his Word and showing his love, to your life’s end?
I will, with God’s help.
Will you be a faithful member of this congregation, share in its worship and ministry through your prayers and gifts, your study and service, and so fulfill your calling to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?
I will, with God’s help.
Will you devote yourself to the church’s teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers?
I will, with God’s help.
*THE APOSTLE’S CREED
Do you believe in God, the Father almighty?
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
Do you believe in Jesus Christ?
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead.
Do you believe in the Holy Spirit?
I believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.
THANKSGIVING OVER THE WATER
THE BAPTISM
LAYING ON OF HANDS
PRESENTATION OF THE LIGHT OF CHRIST
WELCOME (Congregation Responds)
Teresa, Anneke and Hannah have been received into the one holy catholic and apostolic church through baptism and profession of faith. God has made them members of the household of God, to share with us in the priesthood of Christ.
With joy and thanksgiving we welcome you into Christ’s church to share with us in his ministry, for we are all one in Christ.
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
*HYMN #525 vs. 2 & 3 Here I Am, Lord Here I Am, Lord
*CHARGE AND BENEDICTION
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE God Be With You Till We Meet Again Hymn # 540
*POSTLUDE
*All who are able may stand.
Bethel offers Sunday school for children and four educational opportunities for adults at 9:45 A.M.
Childcare for babies and preschool age children is offered at 11:00 A.M.
Restrooms are located in our Educational Building on the first floor and the lower level.
Ushers can provide activity sheets for children and large print hymnals if needed.
The flowers are given by Frank and Linda Jones in memory of Ed and Erma King.
The Liturgist today is Rev. Richard Hettrick, D.Min.
The Ushers/Greeters are Frank & Marilyn Harris.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
| Maundy Thursday |
March 24 |
Seder Meal in Bethel Fellowship Hall |
6:00 P.M. |
| Maundy Thursday Service |
March 24 |
at Kingston United Methodist Church |
7:30 P.M. |
| Good Friday Service |
March 25 |
at Bethel |
7:00 P.M. |
| Easter Sunrise Service |
March 27 |
at Kingston City Park |
7:00 P.M. |
| Easter Worship |
March 27 |
Including Presentation of Confirmation Class Candidates for Church Membership |
11:00 A.M. |
Teresa Hettrick, Anneke Oonk, and Hannah Sherrod will be joining our church today by Profession of Faith. Teresa Hettrick will also be receiving the Sacrament of Baptism today.
If you are interested in helping with Good Friday services at Brushy Mountain Prison, please contact Karen Schall. You don't have to be on the volunteer list to do this. Services start at 3:45 P.M. and end at 8:00 P.M.
The last date on Food City purchases for Apples for the students of Kingston Elementary School is March 12. Please turn your receipts in to any KES student as soon as possible after March 12.
We are looking for a person interested in teaching Body Recall three times a week. There is one week of training in Berea, Kentucky that is included. Please contact Nancy King or Deb Hyder if you are willing to take on this ministry.
Anyone interested in learning more about Stephen’s Ministry, please call Deb Hyder @ 376-6340.
On Sunday, April 3 at 7:00 P.M., First Presbyterian Church in Oak Ridge will host its 2nd Annual Jackson B. Davidson Memorial Lecture on Science and Religion. It will feature University Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Colorado State University, Holmes Ralston III. Dr. Ralston is recognized for his work in environmental ethics and has been honored with the Templeton Prize in Religion in 2003. Dr. Ralston’s lecture is titled, “Genes, Genesis, and God.” Following the lecture will be a reception in the church’s Fellowship Hall. Childcare is provided for both.
- Our residents of nursing homes:
- Evelyn Waldrup, Roberta Cash, Ruby Hunter, & Frances McPheeters.
- Prayers for Jesse Rhodes (son of Ruth Brownell) who was recently diagnosed with bone cancer.
- Madge Mounger who will be at St. Mary’s in Knoxville for 4-6 weeks with a Staph Infection.
- We express sympathy to the Theodore Willmarth family in Ted’s death last week.
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THIS WEEK'S EVENTS
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Sunday
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March 20 |
One Great Hour of Sharing |
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Session Meeting |
3:00 – 5:00 P.M. |
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Lenten Celebration |
5:30 – 8:00 P.M. |
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Youth Group |
6:00 – 8:00 P.M. |
| Wednesday |
March 23 |
Bells
Alpha
Choir
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5:45 P.M.
6:30 P.M
7:15 P.M.
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| Thursday |
March 24 |
Book Discussion Group
Property & Personnel Mtg.
Jewish Seder Dinner
Maundy Thursday Worship @ Kingston UMC
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1:30 P.M.
5:00 P.M.
6:00 P.M.
7:30 P.M.
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| Friday |
March 25 |
Good Friday Service @ Bethel Presbyterian |
7:00 P.M. |
| Sunday |
March 27 |
Easter Sunrise Service @ Kingston City Park |
7:00 A.M. |
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Easter Sunday Worship @ Bethel Presbyterian
No Youth Group
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11:00 A.M. |
Attendance Last Week – 115
Average Attendance in 2005 – 110
| Budget |
$4,433.00 |
| Mid-East |
$100.00 |
| H.O.M.E. |
$50.00 |
| Youth Minister Fund |
$20.00 |
| Youth Mission Trip |
$10.00 |
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Experience a world-class museum exhibit chronicling the history of the Bible. This exhibit contains authentic, ancient Biblical fragments, manuscripts and rare Bibles collected from around the world to tell a story—the story of the most printed book in history—The Bible.
The exhibit begins with a 20-minute dramatic video and features artifacts such as:
- Dead Sea Scroll fragments
- Early New Testament fragments
- Original Gutenberg Bible pages (1455)
- Luther, Tyndale and Great Bibles
- First Edition King James (1611)
- First Bibles printed in America
- Special Speakers and Events
If there is enough interest from Bethel folks, Parish Life will sponsor a trip to the Exhibition on Saturday, April 9th at 11:00 A.M. We will leave Bethel around 9:30 A.M. so we can be at the Knoxville Convention/Exhibition Center by 10:40 A.M. This will allow time for parking and getting seated. Tickets are $10 per person for a group of 10 or more. If we don’t get a group of 10 or more, you may still go on your own between now and April 17, 2005 in which case the ticket is $15. Please indicate below if you are interested in this exhibition. We need to know by March 27th. Thank you.
Yes, I am interested ____
Phone Number_____________
I can also provide transportation _________________________ (name)
Please drop form in collection plate or return to the church office.
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