Bulletin 02-15-09

Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany February 15, 2009

VISITORS We consider it a great privilege to worship the Lord Jesus Christ with you today. In fact, we receive your presence as a gracious gift from God. In return, we would love to bless you according to your needs. Please let us know how we can do so. PRAYER If you would like personal prayer this morning, please make your way to the hallway during communion. One of our intercessors would love to pray with you.

HOLY EUCHARIST As you enter the church, please keep silence as we prepare our hearts for worship.

The Opening Acclamation Celebrant People

Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen.

Songs of Praise Everlasting God Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord Our God, You reign forever Our hope, our strong Deliverer (Chorus) You are the everlasting God The everlasting God You do not faint You won't grow weary You're the defender of the weak You comfort those in need You lift us up on wings like eagles

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Your Name As morning dawns and evening fades You inspire songs of praise That rise from earth to touch Your heart And glorify Your Name (Chours) Your Name, is a strong and mighty tower Your Name, is a shelter like no other Your Name, let the nations sing it louder 'Cause nothing has the power to save But Your Name Jesus in Your Name we pray Come and fill our hearts today Lord give us strength to live for You And glorify Your Name The Collect of the Day Celebrant People Celebrant

The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.

O God, the strength of all who put their trust in you: Mercifully accept our prayers; and because in our weakness we can do nothing good without you, give us the help of your grace, that in keeping your commandments we may please you both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

LITURGY OF THE WORD Please be seated.

The First Lesson: Revelation 3:7-13 Lector

The Word of the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

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Psalm 33 To be read as prompted by the lector. 1

Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous.* Praise befits the upright. 2 Praise the Lord with the lyre;* make melody to him with the harp of ten strings. 3 Sing to him a new song;* play skilfully on the strings, with loud shouts. 4 For the word of the Lord is upright,* and all his work is done in faithfulness. 5 He loves righteousness and justice;* the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord. 13

The Lord looks down from heaven;* he sees all humankind. 14 From where he sits enthroned he watches* all the inhabitants of the earth— 15 he who fashions the hearts of them all,* and observes all their deeds. 16 A king is not saved by his great army;* a warrior is not delivered by his great strength. 17 The war horse is a vain hope for victory,* and by its great might it cannot save. 18 Truly the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him,* on those who hope in his steadfast love, 19 to deliver their soul from death,* and to keep them alive in famine. 20 Our soul waits for the Lord;* he is our help and shield. 21 Our heart is glad in him,* because we trust in his holy name. 22 Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us,* even as we hope in you.

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The Alleluia Please stand and sing.

Priest People

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Glory to you, Lord Christ.

The Holy Gospel: Matthew 7:21-29 Please remain standing for the reading of the Gospel.

Priest People The Sermon Please be seated.

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The Gospel of the Lord Praise to you, Lord Christ

The Nicene Creed Please stand.

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

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The Prayers of the People Please stand, be seated, kneel, or lie face down on the floor in awe of God’s willingness to hear our prayers. Members: Baeszler Family; Buddy & Teka Johnson; Dean Johnson; Rhodes Family; Geneva Schmidt and Lu Pierotti; White Family. Vestry: Jeff Cardwell; Matt Creswell; Loys Johnson; George Mankos; Herb Poole; Annette Waldroop AMiA Churches: Grace Anglican Church (Gastonia); Epiphany Anglican Church (Charlottesville, VA) Seminarians: Jonathan Allen; Loys Johnson; Jr.; Conor Mooney; Brad Troxell Others: Martin Allen; Angell Family; Sandy Baysinger; Kim & Maggie Blutreich; Kat Brinyear; Fritzy Bullis; Comer Family; Jay Crocker; Sarah Dulin; Anne Greene; Tom Gridley; Jack Jenkins; David & Christina Kristynik and David's military unit in Iraq; Shelley Makohon; Hayley Makohon; Ronnie Martin; Nancy Niner; Christine & Colin O'Connell; Keith Roblin; Steven Rowland; Jim Sampson; Emma Schurmeier; Sharon Shaver; Cindy Sheets; Smithey family; Martha Ann Springer; Margaret Rose Todd; Carroll Waldroop; Lewis Wilhelm; Larry Whitehead. In the course of the silence after each bidding, the People offer their own prayers, either silently or aloud.

I ask your prayers for God’s people throughout the world; for our Bishop, TJ; for those gathered here; and for all ministers and people. Pray for the Church. Silence I ask your prayers for peace; for goodwill among nations; and for the well being of all people. Pray for justice and peace. Silence I ask your prayers for the fatherless, the persecuted, the exploited, and those in prison. Pray for those in any need or trouble. Silence I ask your prayers for those who do not yet believe, and for those who have lost their faith, that they may receive the light of the Gospel. Pray for the lost in our families and in our communities. Silence I ask your prayers for all who seek God, or a deeper knowledge of him. Pray that they may find and be found by him. Silence Members of the congregation may ask the prayers or the thanksgivings of those present.

I ask your prayers for _____________. Silence I ask your thanksgiving for ______________. Silence Praise God for those in every generation in whom Christ has been honored. Pray that we may have grace to glorify Christ in our own day. Silence 7

The Confession of Sin And now, O Father, we pray to you also for our greatest need, the forgiveness of our sins: Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left undone; and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen. The Peace Celebrant People

May the peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 2009 Vacation with a Purpose From July 18-25, we will partner with World Vision in Phillipi, West Virginia as they seek to transform Appalachian communities with the holistic gospel of Jesus Christ. This "vacation with a purpose" is open to all ages and provides a profound opportunity for us to seek the kingdom of God in the world. Pancake Supper Meet us at the I-Hop in Huntersville on Shrove Tuesday, February 24th, at 6:00pm for a time of fellowship before the Lenten season begins. Be sure to invite a friend. Ash Wednesday Gathering Please make plans to begin the season of Lent with corporate worship: February 25th @ 5:30 p.m. Barium Springs Home for Children The Simmons-Davidson Discipleship Group is still collecting for the Barium Springs Home for Children located in Troutman, NC. Items for babies, toddlers, toys for older children, and household items are still needed. Bring your items to church during the month of February. Please visit their website at www.bariumsprings.org for great information on the home, its mission, and the needs of the children. For a complete list of current announcements, please visit our website at www.tcotgs.org. 8

HOLY COMMUNION The Offertory Offering The sun cannot compare to the glory of Your love There is no shadow in Your presence No mortal man would dare to stand before Your throne Before the Holy One of heaven It's only by Your blood, and it's only through Your mercy Lord I come (Chorus) I bring an offering of worship to my King No one on earth deserves the praises that I sing Jesus may You receive the honor that You're due O Lord I bring an offering to You

The Doxology

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The Great Thanksgiving Please remain standing.

Celebrant People Celebrant People Celebrant People

The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.

The Sanctus Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Please be seated as the Celebrant continues.

The Mystery of Our Faith Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Please remain seated as the Celebrant continues.

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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. The Breaking of the Bread Celebrant People

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Alleluia! Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us. Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia!

The Invitation Celebrant

These are the gifts of God for the people of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

All baptized disciples of Jesus Christ are welcome at God’s table. Please be seated until your row is invited to come. At this time, parents may return to the nursery to escort your children back to the sanctuary for communion.

The Communion Hymns Please be seated and sing

It is Well with My Soul When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say, It is well, it is well, with my soul. Refrain It is well, It is well, With my soul, with my soul, It is well, it is well, with my soul. Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, Let this blest assurance control, That Christ has regarded my helpless estate, And hath shed His own blood for my soul. My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought! My sin, not in part but the whole, Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more, Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul! And Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll; The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend, Even so, it is well with my soul.

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Holy and Anointed One Jesus Jesus Holy and Anointed One Jesus Jesus Jesus Risen and Exalted One Jesus (Chorus) Your name is like honey on my lips Your Spirit like water to my soul Your Word is a lamp unto my feet Jesus I love You I love You

The Post-Communion Prayer Please stand and say together.

Almighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom. And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and forever. Amen The Blessing

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The Hymn in Recession Please remain standing and sing.

Mighty To Save Everyone needs compassion Love that's never failing Let mercy fall on me Everyone needs forgiveness The kindness of a Savior The hope of nations (Chorus) Savior, He can move the mountains My God is mighty to save He is mighty to save Forever, Author of salvation He rose and conquered the grave Jesus conquered the grave So take me as You find me All my fears and failures Fill my life again I give my life to follow Everything I believe in Now I surrender (Bridge) Shine your light and let the whole world see We're singing for the glory, of the risen King Jesus Shine your light and let the whole world see We're singing for the glory, of the risen King The Dismissal Celebrant People

Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Alleluia, alleluia! Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia!

CCLI#2329714 Everlasting God: Brenton Brown, Ken Riley; ©2005 Thankyou Music Your Name: Paul Baloche ©2006 Integrity's Hosanna! Music Vertical Worship Songs Offering: Paul Baloche  2002 Integrity’s Hosanna Music It is Well With My Soul: Public Domain Holy and Anointed One: John Barnett © 1988 Mercy / Vineyard Publishing Mighty To Save: Ben Fielding, Ruben Morgan  2006 Hillsong Publishing, Inc. Beautiful Savior: Stuart Townend ©1998 Thankyou Music God of This City: Andrew McCann © 2006 worshiptogether.com songs

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Discipleship Hour – Sundays @ 11 Pastor’s Forum Leader: Kyle Wallace Participants: All Adults Purpose: Teaching on a host of topics, all relevant to following Christ Leadership Huddle Leaders: Kyle & Karyn Wallace Participants: Discipleship Group Leaders (and those in training) Purpose: Equipping leaders with the resources necessary to lead fruitful groups Deeper Waters Leader: Eric Speece Participants: Adults Purpose: Processing the morning’s sermon and its application in our lives Pursuit Leaders: Conor Mooney, Liz Shevock Participants: Middle School & Senior High Students Purpose: Learning and applying God's Word as young followers of Christ Character Crew Leaders: Ken & Ellyn Baeszler, Tricia Schurmeier Participants: Children, ages 7-10 Purpose: Developing godly character within a community of peers Godly Play Leaders: Cynthia Plumb, Tricia Schurmeier (with Jess Bradshaw) Participants: Children, ages 3-6 Purpose: Discovering the stories of Scripture in a fun, hands-on way Nursery Leaders: Lindsay Tillis, Gabrielle Weinberg Participants: Children, ages Newborn-2 Purpose: Nurturing an environment of love and security for our youngest children Adults

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES * * If your name has been overlooked, please contact the office at 704.895.0059.

February Birthdays 01 Emily Allen, Carol White 06 Geneva Schmidt, Tom Fisher 17 Emma Schurmeier, Lori Osaka 22 Loys F Johnson 26 Keri Mankos February Anniversaries 07 Bob & Lesley Lee

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12 Wilson & Jean Gridley

Thad Wheeler McKenna Jahns Jack Roblin Vivian Roblin Jeff Cardwell 21 Jack & Vivian Roblin

ALTAR FLOWERS: Please contact Annette Waldroop at 704.528.3397 to make a donation. COTGS Stewardship: Tithes & Offerings Grant Income Expenses Total

Dec 30 – Feb 9 $ 7,685.00 $ 5,118.12 $ 3,030.30 ($ 9,772.82)

Sept – Feb 9, 2009 $ 87, 909.75 $ 32, 491.44 $ 117, 360.45 ($ 3, 040.74)

“Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house, and test me now in this,” says the Lord of hosts, “if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you a blessing until it overflows.” Malachi 3: 10

CONTACTS The Church of the Good Shepherd P.O. Box 643 Davidson, NC 28036 704/895-0059 www.tcotgs.org

Melanie Johnson, Webmaster, [email protected] Pat Melchor, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] Conor Mooney, Pastor to Students, [email protected] Eric Speece, Director of Music & the Arts, [email protected] Kyle Wallace, Lead Pastor, [email protected]

Vestry Jeff Cardwell (Senior Warden) Loys Johnson, Sr. (Treasurer) Herb Poole

Matt Creswell George Mankos (Junior Warden) Annette Waldroop

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(Opening Worship) (Opening Worship) Beautiful Savior All my days I will sing the song of gladness Give my praise to the fountain of delights For in my helplessness, you hear my cry And waves of mercy poured down on my life

God of This City You’re the God of this city You’re the King of these people You’re the Lord of this nation You are

I will trust in the cross of my Redeemer I will sing of the LAMB that never fails Of sins forgiven, of conscience cleared Of death defeated and life without end

You’re the light in this darkness You’re the hope to the hopeless You’re the peace to the restless You are

(Chorus) Beautiful Savior, wonderful counselor Clothed in majesty, Lord of history You're the way, the truth and the life Star of the morning, glorious in holiness You're the risen one, heaven's champion And you reign, you reign over all

(pre-chorus) There is no one like our God There is no one like our God

I long to be where the praise is never ending Yearn to dwell where the glory never fades Where countless worshippers will share one song And cries of ‘worthy’ will honor the Lamb

(chorus) Greater things are yet to come And greater things have still to be done In this city Greater things are yet to come And greater things are still to be done In this city How great is our God Sing with me how great is our God And all will sing how great, how great Is our God Name above all names Worthy of all praise My heart will sing How great, is our God

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