NEW CITY

presbyterian church

AUGUST 7, 2022
WELCOME TO NEW CITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

New City is a collection of people of all ages and professions, from a wide variety of spiritual
and social backgrounds. We embrace Jesus’ claims to be true and transformational. We
also believe the central message of the Bible is the good news, or “gospel,” of a God who
created us for Himself and desires us to live fully as we enjoy relationship with Him and
with each other.

The Bible’s radical message of grace centers on Jesus and creates a new city comprised
of renewed individuals living not for themselves but for the God who redeems. For this
reason, New City exists to be a community rooted in truth, real in conversation, and hopeful
for deep renewal in our lives and our city.

It is our privilege to welcome you and to invite you to be astonished, together with us, by
the splendor and grace of God.

New City Session

Jeff Ammons (313) 938-4581 jeff.ammons@newcitypc.org
Scott Cairo (313) 908-3054 scott.cairo@newcitypc.org
Oliver Jeromin (505) 803-5280 oliver.jeromin@newcitypc.org
Mark Krieg (248) 463-8844 mark.krieg@newcitypc.org
Ken Reynolds (248) 808-8360 ken.reynolds@newcitypc.org

NEW CITY VISION & VALUES

To be a church in awe of God,

made new by the gospel, for the sake of all people.

Our vision leads us to hold closely three values that shape our life and ministry as a church:

ROOTED CONVICTION in the truths of God’s Word

REAL CONVERSATION as we engage the gospel, culture, and each other
RENEWAL OF THE CITY as we live and do life in relationship with God

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 CALL TO WORSHIP Zephaniah 3:17
God always comes to
us before we can come 17
The LORD your God is in your midst,
to Him. Biblical worship
is a response to God’s a mighty one who will save;
gracious revelation of
Himself, calling us to he will rejoice over you with gladness;
worship.
he will quiet you by his love;
he will exult over you with loud singing.

ALL GATHERING HYMN God Is For Us

Michael Farren, James Ferguson, Tiarne Kleyn, Jesse Reeves,
Jonny Robinson, James Tealy, Rich Thompson.
© 2003 Thankyou Music CCLI #4477026
We won’t fear the battle; we won’t fear the night
We will walk the valley, with You by our side
You will go before us; You will lead the way
We have found a refuge, only You can save

Sing with joy now: our God is for us

The Father’s love is a strong and mighty fortress
Raise your voice now, no love is greater
Who can stand against us if our God is for us

Even when I stumble, even when I fall

Even when I turn back, still Your love is sure
You will not abandon, You will not forsake
You will cheer me onward with never ending grace

Neither height nor depth can separate us

Hell and death will not defeat us
He who gave His Son to free us
Holds us in His love

The Prayer of Invocation

is a humble yet earnest PRAYER OF INVOCATION
calling upon God to
reveal Himself and
bless us as we gather
to worship.

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 ALL HYMN OF FAITH Christ Our Hope In Life And Death
Jordan Kauflin, Keith Getty, Matt Boswell, Matt Papa, Matthew Merker.
© Getty Music Hymns and Songs.
CCLI #7147502

What is our hope in life and death?
Christ alone, Christ alone.
What is our only confidence?
That our souls to Him belong.
Who holds our days within His hand?
What comes, apart from His command?
And what will keep us to the end?
The love of Christ, in which we stand.
What truth can calm the troubled soul?
God is good, God is good.
Where is His grace and goodness known?
In our great Redeemer’s blood.
Who holds our faith when fears arise?
Who stands above the stormy trial?
Who sends the waves that bring us nigh
Unto the shore, the rock of Christ?

O sing hallelujah! Unto the grave, what shall we sing?

Our hope springs eternal; “Christ, He lives; Christ, He lives!”
O sing hallelujah! And what reward will heaven bring?
Now and ever we confess Everlasting life with Him.
Christ our hope in life and death. There we will rise to meet the Lord,
Then sin and death will be destroyed,
And we will feast in endless joy,
When Christ is ours forevermore.

VISITING US?
WELCOME & We would love to know more about you and
ANNOUNCEMENTS how to serve you. Please scan this QR code
with your smartphone to let us know you came
and so that we can follow-up with you.

FOR TEXT & ONLINE GIVING

All we have is given to
us by God. Our offerings TITHES & OFFERINGS Text dollar amount (e.g.: $50) to 843-21
express this joyful Give online through Church Center, at
dependence, and our
commitment to join God newcitypc.churchcenter.com/giving
in His work of renewal. or by scanning the QR code.
Alternatively, A dropbox is available in the
Welcome Area for cash or check offerings.

The Pastoral Prayer

is a time to express PASTORAL PRAYER Elder Jeff Ammons
our gratitude for–and
dependence on–God’s
provision for the life and PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION
ministry of the Church.

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 THE PROCLAMATION
OF GOD’S WORD
When we hear the Word
of God proclaimed Psalm 2 (ESV)
and preached, we
are listening to the 1
Why do the nations rage
voice of God. The and the peoples plot in vain?
Holy Spirit makes the
inspired texts and
2
The kings of the earth set themselves,
spoken words the chief and the rulers take counsel together,
means of nourishing
against the LORD and against his Anointed, saying,
and comforting God’s
people, and awakening
3
“Let us burst their bonds apart
others to new faith. and cast away their cords from us.”
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He who sits in the heavens laughs;
the Lord holds them in derision.
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Then he will speak to them in his wrath,
and terrify them in his fury, saying,
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“As for me, I have set my King
on Zion, my holy hill.”
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I will tell of the decree:
The LORD said to me, “You are my Son;
today I have begotten you.
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Ask of me, and I will make the nations your heritage,
and the ends of the earth your possession.
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You shall break them with a rod of iron
and dash them in pieces like a potter’s vessel.”
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Now therefore, O kings, be wise;
be warned, O rulers of the earth.
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Serve the LORD with fear,
and rejoice with trembling.
12
Kiss the Son,
lest he be angry, and you perish in the way,
for his wrath is quickly kindled.
Blessed are all who take refuge in him.

PREACHER The grass withers, the flower fades,

ALL But the Word of our God stands forever.

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Sermon Series Psalms for the Summer Scott Wyatt
Refuge in God’s King

1) People plot

2) God laughs

3) God’s Son Reigns

4) Kiss the Son

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 ALL
Because of the gospel,
our relationship with
God is a relationship in
which honesty about
our sin is welcome and
safe. Therefore, with
one voice, we are able
to openly and sincerely
confess our sins to Him.
CORPORATE PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Almighty and gracious Father, Your Word says that You have given us the mind of Christ
so that we can think Your thoughts and do Your deeds; Forgive us for allowing worldly-
mindedness to creep in. We confess that anxiety and fear rule us rather than Your peace.
We acknowledge that envy and greed fill us rather than Your love. We lament that a
spirit of despair rests upon us instead of a fruitful and transformative faith. Forgive and
transform us so that many would see Jesus in us, and be drawn to Him as Savior and Lord.
We prayer in His saving name, Amen.

MINISTER ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS Isaiah 55:7

God’s Word assures us 7
let the wicked forsake his way,
of our forgiveness in
Christ, and we cannot and the unrighteous man his thoughts;
but continue in praise let him return to the LORD, that he may have compassion on him,
to the grace, mercy, and
peace offered to us. and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.

MINISTER
All who can examine
INVITATION TO THE TABLE
themselves regarding
their faith and
participation in Christ,
are invited to participate
in the Lord’s Table.

MINISTER PRAYER OF CONSECRATION

This prayer is offered to
set apart the bread and
the wine as holy, for the
purpose of nourishing
us spiritually through our
communion with Christ

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 ALL HYMN AT THE TABLE Ancient Of Days
Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson, Jesse Reeves.
© 2018 CityAlight Music
CCLI #7121851
Though the nations rage, kingdoms rise and fall
There is still one King reigning over all
So I will not fear for this truth remains:
That my God is the Ancient of Days

None above Him, none before Him

All of time in His hands
For His throne it shall remain and ever stand
All the power, all the glory
I will trust in His name
For my God is the Ancient of Days

Though the dread of night overwhelms my soul

He is here with me, I am not alone
O His love is sure, and He knows my name
For my God is the Ancient of Days

Though I may not see what the future brings

I will watch and wait for the Savior King
Then my joy complete standing face to face
In the presence of the Ancient of Days

MINISTER WORDS OF INSTITUTION AND

The Words of Institution
echo Jesus’ words at PARTAKING OF THE BREAD & WINE
the Last Supper, now
inviting us to partake of
the Bread and Wine in
remembrance of Him.

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 ALL SENDING HYMN The Lord Is King
Josiah Conder, Nathan Partain.
1824, Public Domain
CCLI #4855411
The Lord is King! Lift up your voice,
O earth, and all ye heavens, rejoice!
From world to world the joy shall ring,
“The Lord omnipotent is King!”

Sing His praise, sing His praise

Lord of lords, Ancient of Days
Sing His praise, sing His praise
All your days, all your days.

The Lord is King! Who then shall dare

Resist His will, distrust his care?
Or murmur at His wise decrees,
Or doubt His royal promises?

One Lord, one kingdom, all secures;

He reigns, and life and death are yours:
Through Heaven and earth one song shall ring,
“The Lord omnipotent is King!”

Our gathered worship

service concludes with
BENEDICTION
God’s blessing; a joyful
declaration of God’s
satisfaction in us through
Jesus Christ, and a vow
to be in fellowship with
us as we scatter.

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 WORSHIPPING WITH LITTLE ONES
What a joy and privilege to worship with children! Worship is a communal activity in which we
participate together as a church family and is one of the best ways to welcome children into the life
of the church. Yet, children are in the process of learning the significance of worship and how to
worship. During times in which we offer Nursery and Kids Bible Time, teachers emphasize why we
worship and help children learn prayers and songs that are typically part of our services. However,
during our season of Worship On The Lawn, there are ways parents and congregants alike can aid
our children in the joys of worship.

FOR PARENTS:
Parents have the responsibility and blessing to lead and train children in worship. Consider the tips
below to help you in this process:
• Start Saturday night by looking at the worship bulletin (newcitypc.org/live) and practicing songs that will
be sung. Prepare a backpack or one of our New City Kids’ totes with a notebook, markers, play-doh, and
other tools that can help your child engage the worship service.

• Children–and adults!–can concentrate and hear better if they sit up front. Consider using a pic-nic
blanket if they need some space to move around.

• Worship with rather than beside children. Help your child who can’t read by singing the words of the
chorus in their ears so they can sing along.

• Help them follow along in the Bible. Point out words for young or non-readers that are repetitive.

• Allow children to participate in offering by sharing their allowance.

• Whisper instructions or comments such as, “Now is the time when we tell God how great He is.”

FOR THE REST OF US:

Church is not for adults only. Supporting the children of New City as they grow as worshippers of
the Lord is the responsibility of us all.
• Remember the commitment you made as a church when children were baptized, a commitment to
encourage them to become disciples of Christ.

• Introduce yourself to the child sitting beside you. Make him or her feel welcomed and important.

• Have patience with the learning process and pray for families.

• Compliment children who are listening attentively during the service.

• Consider providing encouragement and support for single mothers or children with special needs.

• As we worship, look around. Can we make the experience easier for the families learning how to worship?

Teaching children how to worship the Lord with reverence and awe is something we can all be
excited about doing. What a blessing and privilege is this special endeavor!

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 CONTACT NEW CITY

PASTORAL NEEDS (248) 808-2523

New City Elders
session@newcitypc.org
FAMILY & STUDENT MINISTRY
Matt Luchenbill
matt.luchenbill@newcitypc.org
NEW CITY KIDS
Brigitte Bailey
brigitte.bailey@newcitypc.org
NURSERY & TODDLERS
Angela Wood
angela.wood@newcitypc.org
2441 Pinecrest Dr.
Ferndale, MI 48220
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