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Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost October 18, 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.
As you enter the church, please prepare your heart for worship. The Prelude HOLY EUCHARIST The Opening Acclamation Songs of Praise The Nicene Creed Please be seated. The Dismissal of Children (4 Year-Olds through 2nd Grade) The Collect of the Day Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The First Lesson: Isaiah 48:17-22 Psalm 23 The psalm will be read as prompted by the Lector
The Second Lesson: 1 Peter 1:3-9 The Gospel Procession Please stand and sing. The Holy Gospel: Matthew 11:25-30 Please be seated. The Sermon
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The Prayers of the People Please stand, be seated, kneel, or lie face down in awe of God’s willingness to hear us.
Members: Members Dean Johnson; Emily Reese; Willis & Josie Rhodes; Gary Westhausen. Vestry: Vestry Will Baysinger; Matt Creswell; Dean Johnson; Loys Johnson; George Mankos; Annette Waldroop. AMiA Churches: Churches All Saints’ Church (Spartanburg); Apostles’ Anglican (Knoxville); Christ Church (Jacksonville); Church of the Redeemer (Nashville); Grace Anglican Church (Gastonia); New Grace Church (Jacksonville); St. Peter’s Church (Mt. Pleasant); Trinity Church (Atlanta) Seminarians: Jonathan Allen; Loys Johnson; Conor Mooney; Brad Troxell. Expecting: Alan & Angela Kaye Hawkins; Eric & Laura Speece; Matt & Sayward Elliott. Others: Others Angell Family; Sandy Baysinger; Kim & Maggie Blutreich; Kat Brinyear; Lacey Brown; Fritzy Bullis; Dr. Art Chaney III; David Claycomb; Comer Family; Jay Crocker; Sarah Dulin; Tom Gridley; David & Christina Kristynik and David's military unit in Iraq; Collin Makohon; Hayley Makohon; Shelley Makohon; Ronnie Martin; Suesan McDonald; Janet & Graeme Myers; Lou Neuworth: Christine & Colin O'Connell; Sean O’Grady; Patterson Family; Luke Reilly; Keith Roblin; Steven Rowland; Heather Saltamacchio; Jim Sampson; Smithey family; Martha Ann Springer; Tanya Stoney; Margaret Rose Todd; Carroll Waldroop; Lewis Wilhelm; Larry Whitehead. The Leader and People pray responsively. Father, we pray for your holy catholic Church; That we all may be one. Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you; That your Name may be glorified by all people. We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons; That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments. We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world; That there may be justice and peace on the earth. Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake; That our works may find favor in your sight. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble; That they may be delivered from their distress. Give to the departed eternal rest. Let light perpetual shine upon them. We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy; May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom. Let us pray for our own needs and those of others. Silence
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The Confession of Sin 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. The Peace Song of Preparation We invite you to take advantage of several opportunities during Communion. Offerings may be placed in the offering baskets located at either side of the altar; If you are in need of prayer, we invite you to connect with a member of our prayer team at the petition station, located to the left of the altar: To offer prayers on behalf of others, please visit the intercession station located to the left of the altar and light a candle as a way of interceding for someone in need. The Great Thanksgiving Please remain standing. The Sanctus Please be seated as our Celebrant continues. The Mystery of Our Faith The Lord’s Prayer The Breaking of the Bread The Invitation 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.
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The Communion Hymns Please stand. The Doxology The PostPost-Communion Prayer Almighty and ever-living 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 The Hymn in Recession The Dismissal
Altar Flowers The red rode bud on the altar this morning is offered in thanksgiving of the birth of Emily Simmons Reese. Please contact Annette Waldroop at 704-528-3397 to make a donation for future floral arrangements.
Prayer List Requests Please contact Carol McIntyre ([email protected]) with Prayer List requests. In addition, when it is time to remove someone from the list, please notify Carol as soon as possible. 6
The Announcements Wednesday Evenings at Good Shepherd Beginning Wednesday, November 3rd from 6:15-7:30, we will gather weekly for a time of intentional Christian growth. Make plans now to bring a friend to the first four-week session led by Pastor Kyle entitled “Stress-Free Living: How’s It Working For You?” To accompany this adult course, Miss Jessica and her team will offer a host of exciting opportunities for children through 5th grade. Details to follow. Day Retreat for Women All ladies are invited to a day retreat on Saturday, November 7, 2009. Today you will receive a hand-out with the details. Please read it and book the date. A Call to Serve Our Children Please prayerfully consider ministering to our children and sharing God's love with them by joining the children's ministry team. There are three primary ways that you can serve: help in the nursery, assist with children's church, or shepherd the children (kindergartners through fifth graders) during our new Wednesday evening gathering. All activities and materials are provided. If you feel the Lord calling you to invest your time and talents with our children please contact Jessica Coulter at [email protected]. Children's Activity Time (C.A.T. Time) Our first CAT Activity will be Saturday, October 31st, for all children and their families, at Rural Hill in Huntersville. We will meet there at 12:00 to explore the corn maze together. More detailed information will be available soon. Please contact Jessica Coulter ([email protected]) with any questions. For all announcements, please visit our website at www.tcotgs.org. www.tcotgs.org.
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The Church of the Good Shepherd Post Office Box 643 605 South Street Davidson, NC 28036 704-895-0059 www.tcotgs.org Staff Kyle Wallace, Lead Pastor, [email protected] Jessica Coulter, Director of Children’s Ministry, [email protected] Conor Mooney, Pastor to Students, [email protected] Eric Speece, Director of Music & the Arts, [email protected] Melanie Johnson, Webmaster, [email protected] Carol McIntyre, Administrative Assistant, [email protected]
Vestry Will Baysinger Dean Johnson George Mankos (Sr. Warden)
Matt Creswell (Jr. Warden) Loys Johnson, Sr. Annette Waldroop
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.
As you enter the church, please prepare your heart for worship. The Prelude HOLY EUCHARIST The Opening Acclamation Songs of Praise The Nicene Creed Please be seated. The Dismissal of Children (4 Year-Olds through 2nd Grade) The Collect of the Day Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The First Lesson: Isaiah 48:17-22 Psalm 23 The psalm will be read as prompted by the Lector
The Second Lesson: 1 Peter 1:3-9 The Gospel Procession Please stand and sing. The Holy Gospel: Matthew 11:25-30 Please be seated. The Sermon
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The Prayers of the People Please stand, be seated, kneel, or lie face down in awe of God’s willingness to hear us.
Members: Members Dean Johnson; Emily Reese; Willis & Josie Rhodes; Gary Westhausen. Vestry: Vestry Will Baysinger; Matt Creswell; Dean Johnson; Loys Johnson; George Mankos; Annette Waldroop. AMiA Churches: Churches All Saints’ Church (Spartanburg); Apostles’ Anglican (Knoxville); Christ Church (Jacksonville); Church of the Redeemer (Nashville); Grace Anglican Church (Gastonia); New Grace Church (Jacksonville); St. Peter’s Church (Mt. Pleasant); Trinity Church (Atlanta) Seminarians: Jonathan Allen; Loys Johnson; Conor Mooney; Brad Troxell. Expecting: Alan & Angela Kaye Hawkins; Eric & Laura Speece; Matt & Sayward Elliott. Others: Others Angell Family; Sandy Baysinger; Kim & Maggie Blutreich; Kat Brinyear; Lacey Brown; Fritzy Bullis; Dr. Art Chaney III; David Claycomb; Comer Family; Jay Crocker; Sarah Dulin; Tom Gridley; David & Christina Kristynik and David's military unit in Iraq; Collin Makohon; Hayley Makohon; Shelley Makohon; Ronnie Martin; Suesan McDonald; Janet & Graeme Myers; Lou Neuworth: Christine & Colin O'Connell; Sean O’Grady; Patterson Family; Luke Reilly; Keith Roblin; Steven Rowland; Heather Saltamacchio; Jim Sampson; Smithey family; Martha Ann Springer; Tanya Stoney; Margaret Rose Todd; Carroll Waldroop; Lewis Wilhelm; Larry Whitehead. The Leader and People pray responsively. Father, we pray for your holy catholic Church; That we all may be one. Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you; That your Name may be glorified by all people. We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons; That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments. We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world; That there may be justice and peace on the earth. Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake; That our works may find favor in your sight. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble; That they may be delivered from their distress. Give to the departed eternal rest. Let light perpetual shine upon them. We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy; May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom. Let us pray for our own needs and those of others. Silence
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The Confession of Sin 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. The Peace Song of Preparation We invite you to take advantage of several opportunities during Communion. Offerings may be placed in the offering baskets located at either side of the altar; If you are in need of prayer, we invite you to connect with a member of our prayer team at the petition station, located to the left of the altar: To offer prayers on behalf of others, please visit the intercession station located to the left of the altar and light a candle as a way of interceding for someone in need. The Great Thanksgiving Please remain standing. The Sanctus Please be seated as our Celebrant continues. The Mystery of Our Faith The Lord’s Prayer The Breaking of the Bread The Invitation 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.
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The Communion Hymns Please stand. The Doxology The PostPost-Communion Prayer Almighty and ever-living 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 The Hymn in Recession The Dismissal
Altar Flowers The red rode bud on the altar this morning is offered in thanksgiving of the birth of Emily Simmons Reese. Please contact Annette Waldroop at 704-528-3397 to make a donation for future floral arrangements.
Prayer List Requests Please contact Carol McIntyre ([email protected]) with Prayer List requests. In addition, when it is time to remove someone from the list, please notify Carol as soon as possible. 6
The Announcements Wednesday Evenings at Good Shepherd Beginning Wednesday, November 3rd from 6:15-7:30, we will gather weekly for a time of intentional Christian growth. Make plans now to bring a friend to the first four-week session led by Pastor Kyle entitled “Stress-Free Living: How’s It Working For You?” To accompany this adult course, Miss Jessica and her team will offer a host of exciting opportunities for children through 5th grade. Details to follow. Day Retreat for Women All ladies are invited to a day retreat on Saturday, November 7, 2009. Today you will receive a hand-out with the details. Please read it and book the date. A Call to Serve Our Children Please prayerfully consider ministering to our children and sharing God's love with them by joining the children's ministry team. There are three primary ways that you can serve: help in the nursery, assist with children's church, or shepherd the children (kindergartners through fifth graders) during our new Wednesday evening gathering. All activities and materials are provided. If you feel the Lord calling you to invest your time and talents with our children please contact Jessica Coulter at [email protected]. Children's Activity Time (C.A.T. Time) Our first CAT Activity will be Saturday, October 31st, for all children and their families, at Rural Hill in Huntersville. We will meet there at 12:00 to explore the corn maze together. More detailed information will be available soon. Please contact Jessica Coulter ([email protected]) with any questions. For all announcements, please visit our website at www.tcotgs.org. www.tcotgs.org.
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The Church of the Good Shepherd Post Office Box 643 605 South Street Davidson, NC 28036 704-895-0059 www.tcotgs.org Staff Kyle Wallace, Lead Pastor, [email protected] Jessica Coulter, Director of Children’s Ministry, [email protected] Conor Mooney, Pastor to Students, [email protected] Eric Speece, Director of Music & the Arts, [email protected] Melanie Johnson, Webmaster, [email protected] Carol McIntyre, Administrative Assistant, [email protected]
Vestry Will Baysinger Dean Johnson George Mankos (Sr. Warden)
Matt Creswell (Jr. Warden) Loys Johnson, Sr. Annette Waldroop
