February 15, 2015 - First Baptist Church Regina

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
A Place To Belong
Sunday, February 15th, 2015
11:00 a.m.
www.firstbaptistregina.ca
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Welcome in the name
of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Bibles (blue cover) and hymnbooks (brown cover) are provided for your
use.
A nursery is available in the lower hall for infants and toddlers.
Washrooms are also located in the lower hall.
If you wish to have a cushion or hard of hearing headset, please speak
to one of the ushers who will be happy to obtain these items for you.
We invite you to complete one of the blue Visitor Cards in the pew rack
and place it in the offering plate toward the end of the worship service.
This will help us get to know you better!
Please silence cell phones and other electronics. Speak softly, move
Many people have allergies to fragrances and perfumes, so we try to
keep our church a scent-free zone in consideration of the health and
wellbeing of others! Thank you!
-onDuty will be pleased to meet with you following the worship service. Please
come to the front, west side pew.
Perhaps this prayer may help you begin your preparation today:
God, on the holy mountain You revealed to chosen witnesses Your
well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in brilliant white clothing.
In Your mercy, may we, being delivered from the anxiety and
emptiness of this world, see Jesus our King, in all His beauty, for
ourselves. May this vision change us and empower us to take up our
cross and follow Him always. With You, Father, and You, Holy Spirit,
Jesus lives and reigns: one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Ushers:
William Crook (Head Usher)
George McKenzie
Eileen Hutton
Freddy Oubah
Deacon on Duty:
Martha Pauls
Greeters:
Sanctuary:
Balcony:
Elevator:
Susan Cowen
William & Janet Romanuk
Dena Clifford
AV Ministry:
Marvin Fuller & Patrick Palmer
Service of Worship
Sunday, February 15th, 2015
Second Sunday After Epiphany
11:00 a.m.
*Indicates congregation is invited to stand as able*
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Music for Gathering
Morning Chimes
Mark Anderson
Mark Anderson
*The Introit
Rejoice, the Lord Is King
Congregation
Rejoice, the Lord is King! Your Lord and King adore!
Rejoice, give thanks, and sing, and triumph ever more:
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice!
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice!
Welcome
Reflective Moment
Joel Russell-MacLean
THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD
Call to Worship
Invocation or the Collect
*Hymn of Praise
God at Work
Xavier & Rowan Russell-MacLean
Immortal, Invisible
#25
Heather Russell-MacLean
Gift of Music
Karen Martin
CONFESSION OF SIN
Call to Confession
Prayer of Confession
Assurance of Pardon
John Nelson
Gift of Music
Sanctuary Choir
THE WORD OF GOD FOR CHILDREN
Be Still & Know (v. 1)
#343
(The children will come forward during the singing of this hymn.)
Joel Russell-MacLean
Be Still & Know (v. 2)
#343
(The children will return to sit with their parents for the remainder of the
service.)
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THE WORD OF GOD READ
Scripture Reader:
Adoniram Holtslander & Ben Sentis
Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 62:1-3 (O.T. pg. 692)
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 50:1-6
Leader:
The Mighty One, God the Lord, speaks and
summons the earth from the rising of the
sun to its setting.
Choir:
Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God
shines forth.
Congregation:
Our God comes and does not keep
silence, before Him is a devouring fire,
and a mighty tempest all around Him.
Leader:
He calls to the heavens above and to the
earth, that He may judge His people:
Choir:
Congregation:
Who made a covenant with Me by
ALL:
The heavens declare His righteousness,
for God Himself is judge.
*Gloria Patri #623
Congregation
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: As it
was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.
Amen, Amen.
The Epistle: II Corinthians 4:3-6 (N.T. pg.180)
The Gospel: Mark 9:2-9 (N.T. pg.44)
Reader:
People:
This is the word of the Lord!
Thanks be to God!
THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED
*Hymn of Approach
Congregation
(Words and music on following page)
Sermon
Joel Russell-MacLean
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RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD
*Hymn of Response I Have Decided to Follow Jesus (vs. 1-3) #376
Congregational Life and Ministry
Call to Prayer
Prayers of the People
Mark McKim
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. Lead us not into
temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom,
and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
Our Gifts & Offerings
Mark Anderson
*Response Of Praise
Praise the Lord
Congregation
Praise the Lord from whom all blessings flow. He has washed
shame. Now and forever praise His holy name! Praise His holy
name! Praise His holy name! To God be the glory, now and
forever, praise His holy name!
Benediction
Joel Russell-MacLean
*Choral Benediction
We Gather Together
Congregation
(Tune:
, #157)
O Spirit of God, O so vibrant and free,
Surprise and surround us, unite us to be
One people of earth who respond to Your call
To go
ews for all!
Music For Departing
Mark Anderson
Please join us in the lower hall for coffee, tea, juice, cookies and fellowship.
February 15: Natasha Bellows, Rosemary Ward, Derrick Bellows &
Julie Rich
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February 8 , 2015 Worship Attendance
Morning Worship Service
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Preparing For Next Sunday: Scripture Lessons February 22nd
Old Testament Lesson
Genesis 2:7, 15-2, 3:1-15, 22-24
Psalm
Psalm 148:1-5, 9-13
Epistle
I Corinthians 15:20-22
The 2014 income tax receipts have been placed into the mailboxes in
the foyer. Please make sure to stop by and pick your receipt up. If
you are unsure about the location of the mailboxes please speak to
one of our ushers who would be happy to assist you.
DOUBLE BABY SHOWER
FOR ELI & SAMANDRIEL,
(The two new Holtslander babies!!)
WHERE: FBC, Lower Hall
WHEN: Thursday, February 19th
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
INVITED: EVERYONE!!!
Please talk to Heather Russell-MacLean (306-531-5634,
rusmac@sasktel.net) if you would like to contribute to a group
gift or have any questions about the event.
Eli Theodore: born Dec. 24th, 2014 to Haley & John
Samandriel Nora: born Jan. 13th, 2015 to Liesey & Michael
DEACONS, TREASURER, PASTORS AND ALL COMMISSION CHAIRS
Will all meet together at 7:00 p.m. on February 24th in the Board
Room. Deacons instituted these meetings last fall. They are intended
to happen three or four times a year as a way to encourage
communication, provide mutual support and prayer for one another.
CONGRATULATIONS to Zane Clifford
for having been selected to sing with
the SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH
HONOUR CHOIR.
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ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE 7:00 P.M., FEBRUARY 18TH
Come join us for a special evening worship service this Wednesday.
We begin Lent with this service, where anyone who wants to can have
ashes placed on their foreheads. This is a good service for all ages,
with a mix of hymns and contemporary songs, lots of participation, and
the visual of the ashes. Pastor Joel will be leading.
JUST A FRIENDLY REMINDER THAT THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL
BE CLOSED ON FEB. 16TH FOR THE FAMILY DAY HOLIDAY.
Copies of the record from the town hall meeting are
available on the tables in the foyer.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26
AT 11:50 a.m.
An enthusiastic and exciting group for people ages 50 years and up. Meet
at 11:50 a.m. 1:15 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month January-April.
Favourite Food*Fabulous Fellowship*Delightful Devotions
www.achieversregina.ca
Cost: $13.00
Menu: Pork, Rice & Peas, Vegetable, Garden Salad, Fresh Fruit,
Assorted Cakes and Beverage.
*catered by Elizabeth Morgan*
Speaker: Cpl. Dean Ross, Regina Police Service
Topic: E Fraud
Plan to attend and bring a friend or two with you.
Contact: John Nelson (306-359-1450 ext 223),
or the church office (306-359-1450 ext 221) for information.
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Celebration...H
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Enlightenment.
Spirituality
Tear off and place in offering plate or call any of the above contacts.
Name_______________________________________________________
Number attending______________________________________________
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Voice will meet at 7:15 on Wednesday, February 25th
Living Water: Essential Practices From the Six Great Traditions of
Please speak to Laureen if you need any
information or wish to be included on the e-mail notification list.
Voice NOVEL Study On Saturday, February 7th a group of
women got together to discuss the book
by Sue Monk Kidd. We enjoyed this well written, engaging book
that, while set during the time of black slavery in the United
States, challenged us to look beyond the status quo to what God
would have for His world today. The NOVEL STUDY is intended to
weekly study, a chance to get together and enjoy the thoughts
and perspectives of others on the chosen book. If you are
interested in adding your name to our e-mail list, please let
Laureen know. Another NOVEL STUDY will be held in the spring.
The books we are considering reading are
. Do you have a
suggestion? Let Laureen know.
1. EASTER ALLELUIA PRESENTATION Sunday, March 29th, 7:00 p.m.
Seasonal Singers/EXALTATION members are invited to join the Sanctuary
Choir on Thursday nights from 7:00-8:30 p.m. to learn the music for our
Easter presentation. Guest musicians: Charlee Wielgoz (violin), Dawn Henry
(vocal), plus other guests to be confirmed. Participating: Sanctuary Choir,
JuBELLation Ringers, Exaltation, Christa Walsh, Mark Anderson, Karen Martin,
Gordon Kerfoot, PLUS MORE to be confirmed! Mark your calendars! Invite
your friends and family!! Posters & invitations coming soon for distribution.
2. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Festival of Praise Concert Sunday, May 31, 7:00 p.m.
Bells*Choirs*Instrumental/Vocal solos, duets, trios, quartets*PLUS SPECIAL
GUEST MUSICIANS*Rumour has it there might be an ICE CREAM SOCIAL TO
FOLLOW FOP! Stay tuned!!
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MATURING ADULTS CORNER
Summer@Carey
-sponsored
by the Centre for Healthy Again Transitions (C.H.A.T.) AT Carey
Date: August 24-27, 2015
Time: Check daily schedule online
Cost: $60.00/per person/per day
Location: Carey Centre on UBC Campus (Google)
Parking: $7:00 per day. Passes can be purchased at reception upon arrival
Presenter: Dr. Richard Johnson
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in Living
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New Meaning, and
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How to take the frustration, guilt, helplessness and anxiety out of
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*Carey provides short stay accommodations on the beautiful campus of
UBC-first-come, first-serve basis by calling Reception
TOLL FREE 1-844-862-2739
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SPRING CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
This meeting will be held on Sunday, March 22nd, immediately following the
morning worship service.
REPORTS FOR THE ANNUAL REPORT BOOK
The reports must be in the church office no later than Thursday, February 26th in
order to be included in the annual report book. Our church secretary has to have
this much lead-time in order to collate and format reports and to photocopy the
report books, as well as make photocopies of the annual audited statement and
get all this material into the hands of the congregation two Sundays before the
spring congregational meeting.
Devotional Guide For Lent Available Today!
Lent begins this week on Wednesday, and our theme for these days
of preparation leading to Easter will be the chilling phrase used in
,
disordered, broken, creation. A lot of people struggle with a confused
mental picture of this story Adam and Eve, people wandering
around the desert in housecoats, pyramids, battles, some kings,
some prophets and then Jesus. But there IS an underlying story line
and if we miss it, it is hard to see what part we have in it or where
our lives or allow us to understand reality as it really is
perspective. Lent 2015 will be an opportunity for us to get a handle
on this big picture story. The tool which has been chosen to help us
is this: every Sunday the Scripture lesson will have something to do
with night, which is often associated with dark deeds, betrayal,
judgement, sin and spiritual darkness. To help you get the most out
congregation have written reflections for each of the Scripture
lessons, covering each day of the Lenten season.
Copies of this, our very own, in-house, Lenten Devotional Guide are
available on the tables in the foyer this morning. (A $2.00 donation
is suggested to help defray the costs.) Be sure to pick up your copy
today!!
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Heather & Joel Russell-MacLean in Granda, Nicaragua,
January 30th-February 8th
Heather works at iQmetrix, a Sk founded company that creates business
software. This year, the offered to pay for staff to travel and stay in
Nicaragua where they would spend a week volunteering in slums on the
outskirts of Granada. 200 staff signed up, over 60% of the company, as well
as some spouses. Joel took a week of holidays to take part.
Four different projects were prepared. Three groups worked on three
different school building projects with Free the Children, a Canadian NGO
signed up to work on a water project with a Nicaraguan NGO called
.
Each day, we traveled to the village of Nueva Esperanza and dug trenches to
run water lines down streets and into the yards of the residents, who worked
shoulder to shoulder with us. Based on the work the iQ teams and the
community completed, the utility company committed to seeing that all 200
homes of this village would have clean running water shortly.
By our third day, the utility company had hooked up the first homes we had
prepared and co-workers were able to go back and visit Ariel, the single
was showering herself for the sheer joy of it. Even those without Spanish
knew from her tears what this meant to her.
We had plenty of time to visit with the people of the village and play with
children. The week ended with a community potluck, a presentation of
traditional dances, a piñata for the children, and speeches. The elder of the
community told the volunteers that every day the people of the village were
giving thanks to God that we could all share in this good work together,
both in the joy and labour and that they would be praying for God to
continue to bless us in the name of Jesus Christ.
wrap up for the company, one of those giving a speech said we had
experienced
had experienced being part of something bigger than ourselves, and he
thought it was love.
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MONDAY
TUESDAY
.
10:00 A.M.
5:00 P.M.
6:00 P.M.
OFFICE CLOSED
STAFF MEETING BOARD ROOM
TNT (SHROVE TUESDAY MEAL) LOWER HALL
(CALL JOHN HILLMER TO RSVP PLEASE)
ADULT DISCUSSION LIBRARY
WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M.
7:00 P.M.
PRAYER BREAKFAST LOWER HALL
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE - SANCTUARY
THURSDAY
7:00 P.M.
HOLTSLANDER BABY SHOWER
FRIDAY
1:30 P.M.
LEGO LEAGUE
SUNDAY
9:30 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
2:00 P.M.
LOWER HALL
LIBRARY/LOWER HALL/NURSERY
LEARNING FOR LIFE VARIOUS AREAS
MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE SANCTUARY
FKBC WORSHIP SERVICE - SANCTUARY
PRAYER CHAIN for himself or herself, a loved one
or a friend, please contact Pearl Bretz (prayer chain coordinator) 757-3176 with the
information. If anyone is ill and wishes to have ministers and/or deacons come and
pray for healing and/or anoint with oil (James 5:14), you may make arrangements for
such by contacting Annabel Robinson 761-1458
Rev. Dr. Mark G. McKim, Sr. Minister
Rev. John Nelson Jr., Assoc. Minister
Rev. Joel Russell-MacLean, Assoc. Minister
Krista Johnstone, Financial Administrator
Erin Angus, Administrative Assistant
DIACONATE/TRUSTEES
Chair
Martha Pauls
Vice-Chair
John Hillmer
Secretary
Treasurer
Erwin Ziolkowski
Member
Annabel Robinson
Murray Wolfe
Heather Holtslander
Derrick Bellows
Esther Wiens
Rev. Zabiak Cung Biaka
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF
(ext 222)
Sound Room
(ext 223)
Rev. Dr. George Baxter, Minister Emeritus
(ext 224)
George McKenzie, Custodian
(ext 225)
Dr. Mark Anderson, Organist
(ext 221)
Christa Walsh, Pianist
FIRST KAREN BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF
(ext 226)
Rev. Eh Tha Wah
Pastor Pusay Ly
(ext 228)
Member
Member
Honourary
(ext 226)
(ext 226)
OUR MINISTRY PARTNERSHIPS
Youth For Christ (James Clifford)
347-1900
Katepwa Lake Camp (Jimmy Schimmel)
525-2256
First Baptist Place
359-0859
CONTACT
First Baptist Church
306-359-1450
2241 Victoria Avenue, Regina SK, S4P 0S4
First Baptist Church Fax Number
306-352-3338
E-mail: main_fbcregina@sasktel.net
www.firstbaptistregina.ca
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m.
Friday
11
4:00 p.m.
Closed