|
Fairlawn Christian Reformed Church Morning Worship May 25, 2008 10:15 A.M. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Preparation And Praise Upon entering the sanctuary please maintain silence and turn off all electronic devices for the sake of the congregation’s preparation for worship. Prelude: “The Spirit Came, As Promised” (PH 418) Drischner Welcome and Announcements Silent Prayer and Preparation * Call to Worship: Psalm 65 Praise is due to you, O God, in Zion, and to you shall vows be performed. O you who hears prayer, to you shall all flesh come. When iniquities prevail against me, you atone for our transgressions. Blessed is the one you choose and bring near to dwell in your courts. We shall be satisfied with the goodness of your house, the holiness of your temple. * Hymn: PH 505, stanzas 1-6 “For All the Saints” Sine Nomine * God’s Greeting: Grace and peace be to you in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. The Lord be with you. And also with you. Our help is in the name of the Lord, Who made heaven and earth. Blessed be God, And blessed is his kingdom, now and forever. Amen. * Prayer of the Day: Remember, O Lord our God, the good work you have begun in us, and not what we deserve; and as you have called us to your service, give us grace to live worthy of your calling, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. * Response: PH 505, stanza 7 “For All the Saints” Sine Nomine From earth’s wide bounds, from ocean’s farthest coast, through gates of pearl streams in the countless host, singing to Father, Son, and Holy Ghost: Alleluia, Alleluia! Confession and Prayer Prayer of Confession: Almighty God, maker of all things and judge of all men, we acknowledge our many sins and wickedness before you, which we, from time to time, have committed in thought, word, and deed against your majesty. We do earnestly repent and are sorry for these our sins. The remembrance of them is grievous, and the burden of them is intolerable. Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father, and for the sake of Jesus Christ your Son, forgive us for all that is past, and grant that we may from now on serve and please you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your name, through Christ our Lord. Silent Prayer and Confession Minister: Amen. Assurance of Pardon: Psalm 55 Response: PH 422 “Eternal Spirit, God of Truth” Forest Green [Children age 3 - grade Pre-K may leave during the Response.] Congregational Prayer The Service Of The Word * Hymn: PH 418 (words) “The Spirit Came, As Promised” Ellacombe * Confession of Faith: The Heidelberg Catechism; Lord’s Day 20, Q. & A. 53 Q. What do you believe concerning “the Holy Spirit”? A. First, he, as well as the Father and the Son, is eternal God. Second, he has been given to me personally, so that, by true faith, he makes me share in Christ and all his blessings, comforts me, and remains with me forever. Scripture Reading: Romans 8:18-30 Sermon: The Holy Spirit and Prayer Prayer * Hymn: PH 446 “If You But Trust in God to Guide You” Wer Nur Den Lieben Gott The Offering of Tribute * Offertory Prayer Offerings: Fairlawn General Fund Faith Promise for Missions Offertory: “Petit Offertoire” Franck Blessing and Dismissal * Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up the light of his countenance upon you and give you peace. Amen. * Response: “All Hail, King Jesus!” All hail, King Jesus! All hail, Emmanuel. King of kings, Lord of lords, Bright Morning Star. And throughout eternity I’ll sing Your praises, And I’ll reign with You throughout eternity. Dave Moody, 1981, Temple Music, CCLI 1099351 Postlude: “Postlude in D” Willan *Indicates congregation stands _____________________________________________________________________________________
|