Order for the Public Worship of God

Lead Pastor: Rev. Vernon Burrow 406-6385 Youth & Education Pastor: Rev. Brad Unland 844-4198 Minister of Music: Ben Spicer Worship Leaders: Rebecca Butler, Karen White December 8, 2013 Second Sunday in Advent Enter to Worship THE PRELUDE WELCOME TO WORSHIP AND ANNOUNCEMENTS *THE CALL TO WORSHIP Today we to turn to God. Lord, have mercy on us! The Kingdom of Heaven is near. Lord, help us to spread the good news! LIGHTING OF CANDLES (bringing in the Light of Christ) *THE PRAISE MEDLEY Jesus, Name Above All Names (Hymnal, page 112) Bless His Holy Name (Hymnal, page 13) You Are Holy (not in Hymnal) *THE PRAYER OF ADORATION Pastor THE PROFESSION OF FAITH The Apostles Creed (In Unison) #716 I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of Heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son Our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into Hades; the third day He rose again form the dead; He ascended into Heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God, the Father almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *THE GLORIA PATRI #623 CHILDRENS TIME (Intro. to the Lighting of the Advent Candle; people read Bold) John the Baptist called on Gods people to repent, for the Messiah was near. The people had prayed for it, yet they didnt see the one they had been waiting for was truly among them. That prophecy was being fulfilled in their midst. This morning, we light the Candle of Prophecy. Let this fire remind us that while we wait for the Lord, truly the Lord is already here. Hope is here. Love is here. Family is here. Acolytes 10:00 a.m.

LIGHTING OF THE PROPHECY CANDLE FOLLOWED BY PRAYER *HYMN *HYMN Angels, from the Realms of Glory Isaiah 11:1-10 What Child Is This? #131 #137 Welcome December 8, 2013
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THE OLD TESTAMENT LESSON

Mary Jo Haynes, reader

OFFERTORY SENTENCE Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering Gods grace in its various forms. I Peter 4:10 *THE DOXOLOGY *THE PRAYER OF DEDICATION THE GOSPEL LESSON: Matthew 3:1-12 THE MESSAGE The Law and the Gospel Go Together Pastor Burrow Second in a Series of Advent Sermons on Hope Is On the Way INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP AND CHURCH MEMBERSHIP *HYMN OF INVITATION THE LORDS PRAYER (In Unison) *THE BLESSING AND BENEDICTION *PARTING HYMN *POSTLUDE Leave to Serve Majesty #74 Acolytes *EXTINGUISHING THE CANDLES (taking the Light into the World) O Come, All Ye Faithful #145 THE PASTORAL PRAYER AND PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE #624

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Today: Lock-Up: Robert Haynes Media: Rick White Ushers: Worm & Alene Gibson, Bobby & Lisa Thompson Nursery: Karen Haynes Hospitality: Rebecca Butler Next Sunday, Dec. 15: Lock-Up: Rick White Media: Johnny Crowder Ushers: Clayton Fisher, Jimmy Reynolds, Sean Haynes, Rich Binney Nursery: Lisa Thompson Hospitality: Dena Cazee

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Matthew 3:1-12
New International Version (NIV) 3 In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea 2 and saying, Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near. 3 This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: A voice of one calling in the wilderness, Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. 4 Johns clothes were made of camels hair, and he had a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey. 5 People went out to him from Jerusalem and all Judea and the whole region of the Jordan. 6 Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River. 7 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to where he was baptizing, he said to them: You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the coming wrath? 8 Produce fruit in keeping with repentance. 9 And do not think you can say to yourselves, We have Abraham as our father. I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham. 10 The ax is already at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire. 11 I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 12 His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor, gathering his wheat into the barn and burning up the chaff with unquenchable fire.

Lectionary Readings
Second Sunday in Advent Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 Romans 15:4-13 Matthew 3:1-12 Color: Purple or Blue

Se eries Advent Sermon S

-Amanda Greene (leukemia diagnosis) -Dora Smith (requested by Leigh Roderick) -Abigail Jardina (requested by the Cazees) -Sherry Tamberino -Lavina Dickson -Doug Tomlinson (Pattys husband) -Pauline Horton -Helen Moss (Rachel Greers mother) -Debbie Vales -Sarah Voss and Family -Luke Smith (Evelyns grandson) -Vivian Smrtic (out-of-state member) -Dora Crawford (homebound) -Lisa Bartlett (Scott and Brians mother) -Tina Eastland (Laguardo CP Church)

-Betty Williams (req. by Mary Thompson) -Ethan Hawn (Paula Hawns nephew, born premature) -Ronnie Greer (heart problems) -Glenda Williams (Rich Binney coworker) -Jackie Hill (Louise Yates sister) -Jeff Granstaff (Louise Yates son) -Margaret Christmas (Ambers motherin-law, breast cancer) -Lacey Wilbur (Karen Whites older daughter) -Cara Ladd (Karen Whites younger daughter) -Clayton Fisher (heart problems) -Jean B. Smith (Paul Browns aunt)

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.

Youth Worship on Wednesday Nights @ 6:00 at New Hope - teens experience contemporary and motivated style of worship (grades 7-12). We have a service with prayer, singing praises to God and a youth-focused sermon that teach the truths from Gods Word in a way teens relate to and understand. Pastor Brad leads this service, and opens the doors for teens to start coming at 5pm to hang out, play games, and talk. Pastor Brad says, We love hanging out together and worshiping an awesome God! 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.

Ministries/Activities Within Our Church

Next Sunday, Dec. 15 - Childrens Program A Soccer Christmas at 5:00 and Christmas Party at 6:00 with refreshments (Santa will be making a visit!). Dec. 18 Wednesday evening. Caroling, meet at the church at 5:00 and leave by 5:15. We will run the church van and perhaps rent another as well. Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 6:00 pm. Dec. 29 Evening Song Fest at 6:00. Holiday Benevolence this year will again focus on helping an individual in the church with financial needs. For more information about what the immediate needs of this person are, please contact Rev. Brad Unland 844-4198. Compassionate Hands is an outreach of New Hope designed to help protect the lives of Wilson County's homeless population by hosting them in our building this winter. New Hope is one of seven congregations who have signed up so far to participate and is scheduled to host a group of up men for six Saturday nights through February 24. If you would like to volunteer for this ministry opportunity, please contact the church at 444-7020.

Thought for the Week

ocrates taught for 40 years, Plato for 50, Aristotle for 40, and Jesus for only 3. Yet the influence of Christs 3-year ministry far exceeds the impact left by the combined 130 years of teaching from these men who were among the greatest philosophers of all history. Jesus painted no pictures; yet, some of the finest paintings of Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci received their inspiration from Him. Jesus wrote no poetry; but Dante, Milton, and scores of the worlds greatest poets were inspired by Him. Jesus composed no music; still Haydn, Handel, Beethoven, Bach, and Mendelssohn reached their highest perfection in praise to Him. Every sphere of human greatness has been enriched by Jesus Christ. Jesus is the greatest someone who ever lived. History is HIS STORY. He is the Savior of the world, our hope of eternal life, our help in life and our haven of rest. Believe Him, believe in Him and put your trust in Him.