New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church

7845 Coles Ferry PK, Lebanon, TN 37087 Church Phone 449-7020 www.NewHopeCPChurch.com email: nwhpchrch0@gmail.com CCLI Copyright License #11118959 Lead Pastor: Vernon Burrow 406-6385; Youth & Education Pastor: Brad Unland 844-4198; Minister of Music: Ben Spicer; Worship Leaders: Rebecca Butler, Karen White

Order for the Public Worship of God

January 5, 2014 Epiphany Sunday/Second Sunday after Christmas *THE PRAYER OF DEDICATION THE PASTORAL PRAYER AND PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THE LORDS PRAYER (In Unison) 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. THE GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 2:1-12 (Kings from afar come to the Christ Child) *HYMN THE MESSAGE We Three Kings (vss 1,2,5) What Happens When You See Jesus #166 Pastor Vernon Burrow #163 10:00 a.m. Enter to Worship THE PRELUDE (Please begin to take your seats to prepare for worship) *LIGHTING OF CANDLES (Symbolizing the bringing in of the Light of Christ) *THE PRAISE MEDLEY We Bring the Sacrifice of Praise (Not in Hymnal) We Have Come into His House (Hymnal, page 588) You Are My All in All (Not in Hymnal) *CALL TO WORSHIP (Responsive; Congregation read Bold text) The Word of God has been with us from the start! Praise the Lord! The Word of God is with us even now! Praise the Lord! May the Lords grace and peace be with us in the start of this New Year! Amen! *THE PRAYER OF ADORATION THE PRAYER OF CONFESSION (In Unison) O God, by the leading of a star your only Son was made known to us. And yet we confess that we have preferred darkness to light; our own plans and purposes to your guidance and direction; our own pride and will to your power and glory. Forgive us, Lord. Grant us wisdom to behold the radiance that shines upon us and grace to walk in the light of your love. Amen. INDIVIDUAL CONFESSIONS (Confess your sins in silent prayer) THE ASSURANCE OF PARDON *THE GLORIA PATRI #623 CHILDRENS TIME (Children may come to the stage at this time. Parents may accompany very young children as needed. Followed by dismissal to Childrens Church.) *HYMN FOR THE NEW YEAR O God, Our Help in Ages Past (vss. 1,2,3,6) #52 WELCOME TO WORSHIP AND ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFERTORY SENTENCE: Kings remote and legendary will pay homage; kings rich and resplendent will turn over their wealth. All kings will fall down and worship, and godless nations sign up to serve him. Psalm 72:10-11 (The Message) THE GIVING OF HIS TITHES AND OUR OFFERINGS *THE DOXOLOGY #625

Welcome January 5, 2014

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INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP AND CHURCH MEMBERSHIP *HYMN OF INVITATION As with Gladness Men of Old THE GREAT THANKSGIVING FOR THE NEW YEAR AND EPIPHANY (Responsive; Congregation read Bold text) The Lord be with you And also with you Lift up your hearts We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise (The pastor prays with hands uplifted. When he lowers his hands the congregation may say in unison:) 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. (Pastor prays the prayer of preparation. When finished he will say, Let the congregation say) Christ has died; Christ is risen; Christ will come again. THE DEDICATION OF THE BREAD AND WINE THE PASSING OF THE BREAD AND WINE (The elders will pass the communion elements for people in each pew. Each person may partake when ready. After the elders and the pastor have partaken, let us join in singing Alleluia)

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*THE BLESSING AND BENEDICTION *EXTINGUISHING THE CANDLES (Taking the Light into the World) *POSTLUDE Leave to Serve *Where this mark appears, all who are able please stand to honor God. (Feel free to stand or
keep seated according to your own comfort needs.)

Confidential (Pastor only) (Note: Please indicate whether to include name(s) on Prayer List or not)

Our Prayer Requests

The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous person availeth much. James 5:16
(For additions to or deletions from this list, or to place information in this bulletin, please call 449-7020 or email the church at info@newhopecpchurch.com.)

Epiphany

Praise and Answered Prayer

Wednesday Night Prayer Meetings (Please sign below if you could join us on Jan. 8, 15, or 22)

-Kathy JardinaJohnson (req. by Dena) -Amanda Greene (leukemia diagnosis) -Dora Smith (req.by Leigh Roderick) -Abigail Jardina -Sherry Tamberino -Lavina Dickson -Doug Tomlinson (Pattys husband) -Pauline Horton -Helen Moss (Rachel Greers mother) -Debbie Vales -Sarah Voss and Family -Vivian Smrtic (out-of-state member)

-Betty Williams -Ethan Hawn (Paula Hawns nephew) -Glenda Williams (Richs co-worker) -Jackie Hill (Louise Yates sister) -Jeff Granstaff (Louise Yates son) -Margaret Christmas -Lacey Wilbur (Karen Whites daughter) -Cara Ladd (Karen Whites daughter) -Jean B. Smith (Paul Browns aunt) -Lisa Bartlett (Scott and Brians mother) -Dora Crawford (homebound) -Luke Smith (Evelyns grandson)

Lectionary Readings
Epiphany Sunday (These readings may also be used on January 6.) Isaiah 60:1-6 Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 Ephesians 3:1-12 Matthew 2:1-12 Second Sunday after Christmas (White or Gold) Jeremiah 31:7-14 Psalm 147:12-20 or Wisdom of Solomon 10:15-21 Ephesians 1:3-14 John 1:(1-9), 10-18

Members in Ministry
Today: Lock-Up: Rick White Media: Rick White Ushers: Claude Thompson, Lisa Thompson, Worm & Alene Gibson Nursery: Paula Hawn Hospitality: Ben Spicer Next Sunday, Jan. 12: Lock-Up: Evelyn Price Media: Johnny Crowder Ushers: Clayton Fisher, Jimmy Reynolds, Sean Haynes, Rich Binney Nursery: Paula Hawn Hospitality: Connie Spears

Welcome to Worship
elcome to New Hope Church, now into our third century serving God! If you are visiting, you will discover a loving, spirit-filled church family. Here is some helpful information as you join us in worship today: All who worship here are equals in the sight of God, regardless of race, age, gender, physical disability or religious affiliation. Communion, when celebrated, is open to all who profess Christ as Lord and Savior, whether affiliated with this church or not. Children may partake of Communion as well, if parents approve. A nursery is available during the service; please see a greeter for directions. (This is for infants and children up to 3 years of age.) Handicap-accessible restrooms are located off the narthex (main foyer) and adjacent to the entrance lobby in the Fellowship Hall/Gym. Please complete the tear-off attendance slip attached to the bulletin and drop it in the offering plate so we will have a record of your visit with us today. Thank you for remembering to silence your cell phone during the service. We ask that there be no food or beverages in the sanctuary, please. If you arrived as a visitor we hope that you leave as a friend and worship with us often! New Hope Church exists to: Glorify God in worship and rejoice in our life together; Share the Good News of the Gospel in word and deed; Reach as many as we can with the saving love of Jesus; Help each person grow toward Christian maturity, and find their place of service in the church and in the world.

Compassionate Hands. The church hosted six homeless people last Saturday night. They were served breakfast Sunday morning. One of the men who stayed with us Saturday night before last came to church last Sunday to praise God for finding a job and to thank the ones at church who helped him. Call Alene or Lee Ann if you would like to help or the church at 444-7020. New Hope invites the men of the church and the surrounding community to a weekly Prayer Breakfast each Tuesday morning at 6:00 a.m. A devotional is shared over breakfast, and a time of prayer follows before the busy workday begins. In a casual atmosphere men may discuss concerns that stay within the group. A bond between friends develops. This is a meaningful time of fellowship for the men who attend. Visitors are always welcome. Come join us! Stephen Ministry - Got a burden? You dont have to carry that burden alone. You can have a STEPHEN MINISTER who will spend time with you, listen to you, and walk beside you. If you or someone you know is interested in receiving care through the Stephen Ministry program at New Hope, please contact the pastor through the Church office at (615) 449-7020 and request that a Stephen minister contact you. Matthew 2:1-12 New International Version (NIV) The Magi Visit the Messiah 2 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi (or Wise Men) from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him. 3 When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. 4 When he had called together all the peoples chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. 5 In Bethlehem in Judea, they replied, for this is what the prophet has written: 6 But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel. (Micah 5:2,4) 7 Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time the star had appeared. 8 He sent them to Bethlehem and said, Go and search carefully for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him. 9 After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10 When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. 11 On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. 12 And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route.

Ministries/Activities Within Our Church

New Year Prayer Services. Please sign on the attendance sheet this Sunday if you will attend a series of prayer meetings at the church on three successive Wednesday nights, 6:30 - 7:15 PM at the church. January 8, 15, 22. Informal. A song or two. Teaching on prayer, including intercessory prayer. Anyone in the church can ask for prayer for yourself or someone you know. We will pray for the success of our 100 attendance goal. The pastor will be present before and after for those people who want counseling or personal prayer with him. The Church Session will meet Tuesday evening, January 14, for the regular monthly meeting. 2014 Offering Envelopes are available on the old communion table in the Narthex. Using the envelopes enables you to designate the budget(s) to which you are giving and al-so ensures that you will receive proper documentation of your giving for tax purposes. Attendance Goal for 2014. Increase Sunday morning attendance to reach 100. Please see the Pastors Notes on the church website for suggestions from him on how to work toward this goal.