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The Morning Service, eleven o’clock
To Him who loved us and washed us from our sins in His own blood — Revelation 1:5
† indicates the congregation standing if able • indicates seating for those detained
The prelude is a time set aside for quieting our hearts before God in preparation for worship. Please silence cell phones and other electronic devices, and respectfully refrain from unnecessary conversation.
The Welcome Rev. Robbie Hendrick
The Prelude — Great Is Thy Faithfulness arr. Dan Marvin
Fabio Mann & Tom Strayer, trumpet; Laura Doss, organ; Lisa Wilson, piano
The Introit arr. Gilbert Martin
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Were the whole realm of nature mine,
That were a present far too small;
Love, so amazing, so divine
Demands my soul, my life, my all! Amen!
The Scriptural Call to Worship Psalm 98:1—3
1Oh sing to the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things! His right hand and His holy arm have worked salvation for Him. 2 The Lord has made known His salvation; He has revealed His righteousness in the sight of the nations. 3 He has remembered His steadfast love and faithfulness to the house of Israel. All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.
The Prayer of Invocation
• † The Hymn of Praise — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 598) CWM RHONDDA
Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah
† The Confession of Faith The Apostles’ Creed
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 Ghost,
born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell;
the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven,
and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty;
from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic* Church;
the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen. (*universal)
† The Doxology — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 731) OLD HUNDREDTH
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heav’nly host: praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.
The Morning Prayer Mr. Derrick Smits, Ruling Elder
The Lord’s Prayer
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, and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Offertory Anthem Allen Pote
God Is Our Refuge and Strength
God is our refuge and strength, a present help in trouble;
Though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea,
Though the waters roar and foam, we will not fear!
Come and behold the work of the Lord,
The awesome acts of God;
He is in the midst of His people in all the earth.
He is the Word, we are His hands, He will lead us;
He is the air, we are His song,
We will celebrate His presence all the day long!
God is our refuge and strength, a present help in trouble;
Though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea,
Though the waters roar and foam, we will not fear!
Come and behold the work of the Lord,
The awesome acts of God;
He is in the midst of His people in all the earth.
He is the rain, we are the stones, He will cleanse us;
He is the air, we are His song,
We will celebrate His presence all the day long.
God is our refuge and strength, a present help in trouble;
Though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea,
Though the waters roar and foam, we will not fear!
We will not fear, we will not fear!
(Based on Psalm 46)
(Please record your attendance in the green Friendship Register.)
• † The Hymn of Preparation — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 691) VILLE DU HAVRE
It Is Well with My Soul
(On the final verse, children K4 through Grade 3 may exit for the Children’s Church.)
The New Testament Reading 1 John 5:1—13 (Page 1023)
Leader: The grass withers, the flower fades,
Congregation: But the Word of our God shall stand forever. Isaiah 40:8
The Prayer for Illumination
The Sermon Rev. Hendrick
SALVATION SURE
I. The Foundation of Assurance (v. 1, 4)
Eph.2; John 5:24; 2 Cor. 5:17; Titus 3:5; John 3:36; Rom. 6:23, 10:13; 1 John 2:25
II. The Expression of Assurance A.) Social test — do we love our brothers? (v. 2, 2:7—11, 3:11—18) B.) Moral test — obeying His commands (v. 2, 2:3—6, 3:4—10) C.) Doctrinal test — knowing the truth (v. 4, 2:18—28, 4:1—6)
III. The Problem with Assurance
A.) Left ditch
1.) Practice without faith (Matt. 12:3—8)
2.) Profession without obedience (2:6, 8, 10)
B.) Right ditch
IV. The Promise of Assurance (v. 2, 10, 12, 13)
Acts 16:31; John 3:16; 1 John 1:9; Rom. 10:9; 6:23; 8:1, 38, 39; 1 John 3:1
V. The Product of Assurance — Victory (v. 4, 5)
† The Hymn of Response — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 693) ASSURANCE
Blessed Assurance
† The Benediction Rev. Hendrick
The Postlude — My Spirit, Be Joyful J. S. Bach

The Evening Service, six o’clock
You also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit — Ephesians 2:22
† indicates the congregation standing if able • indicates seating for those detained
The Prelude — Come, Thou Fount arr. McKibben
The Welcome Rev. Ryan Bigham
The Scriptural Call to Worship Psalm 105:1—3
1Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon His name; make known His deeds among the peoples! 2 Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; tell of all His wondrous works! 3 Glory in His holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice!
The Prayer of Invocation
• † The Hymn of Praise — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 342) REGENT SQUARE
Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
The Evening Prayer Rev. Bigham
The Offering & The Offertory
The Children’s Choir Kay Lovingood, Director
Sing to the Lord of Harvest, by Joseph Martin
I’m Gonna Sing, by Kay Lovingood
Laura Doss, piano & Sophia Smits, violin
• † The Hymn of Preparation — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 629) WHAT A FRIEND
What a Friend We Have in Jesus
(On the final verse, children K4 through Grade 5 may exit for the Children’s Choir.)
The New Testament Reading Matthew 12:22—37 (Page 817)
Leader: The grass withers, the flower fades,
Congregation: But the Word of our God shall stand forever. Isaiah 40:8
The Prayer for Illumination
The Sermon Rev. Robbie Hendrick
THE UNPARDONABLE SIN
I. A Miracle of Mercy (v. 22)
II. A Misdiagnosis (v. 24)
III. A Moment of Instruction
A.) Absurd (v. 25, 26) (Luke 11:17, 18)
B.) Inconsistent (v. 27) (Luke 11:19)
C.) Obscures the truth (v. 28—30) (Luke 11:20—22)
D.) Exposes wickedness (v. 33—37)
IV. A Message of Forgiveness (v. 31, 32)
† The Hymn of Response — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 521) SOLID ROCK
My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less
† The Benediction Rev. Hendrick
The Postlude

All of this and more can be found at myccp.faith
Announcements
Wednesday Dinner and Bible Study — The menu this week is black eyed pea supperdish, rice, bread and dessert. Please make a reservation for dinner using the Friendship Register or on the church website, myccp.faith, under the events tab by Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Young Adult Bible Study — On October 7th, we are starting a new Young Adult study in the Shorter Catechism. This study will meet on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the children’s building. The church will be providing childcare for this study and light refreshments will be provided. If you have questions, please reach out to Pastor Ryan at rbigham@christchurchpres.org. See you there!
Stewardship Sunday — During morning worship on Sunday, October 19, we will have the opportunity to lay before the Lord our financial commitments to the work of Christ Church. A letter will be mailed to member households that includes a pledge card. Please prayerfully consider what the Lord would have you give in support of His work through Christ Church.
Sanctuary Flowers — If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor or in memory of a loved one, please visit the Welcome Table in the narthex and sign up on the Flower Calendar form. Close to the date of your flowers, Yvonne Clark will contact you regarding the arrangement and Donna Sherman will contact you for the wording that will be presented in the bulletin.
Churchwide Emails — If you are not receiving the “This Week at Christ Church” email and others sent out by the church and you would like to, please call the office at (706)210—9090.

Mark Your Calendars
Sacrament of Holy Communion — October 5 during Evening Worship
Stewardship Sunday — October 19
Art on Southern Pines — October 25 from 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Fall Festival — November 5

The flowers this morning are placed in the sanctuary by John and Mary Weidman and given to the glory of God.

Westminster Shorter Catechism
Q. 12. What special act of providence did God exercise towards man in the estate wherein he was created?
A. When God had created man, he entered into a covenant of life with Him, upon condition of perfect obedience; forbidding him to eat of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, upon pain of death.

Missionary Prayer Focus This Week
Palmer Home For Children
Please pray for this group to continue to reflect the hope and love of Christ by providing a stable, long-term, Christ-centered home for children who lack an adequate family structure.

Sacrament of Holy Communion Do this in remembrance of Me. Luke 22:19
The Sacrament of Holy Communion is a means of grace instituted by our Lord to commemorate His death and to commune with Him for the nourishment of our souls and the strengthening of His body. We will observe the sacrament during evening worship on Sunday, October 5. The leaders of Christ Church strongly encourage Christ Church, Presbyterian members to make plans and preparation to be present and partake of this wonderful means of grace.

This Week at Christ Church
Week of September 28 — October 5
SUNDAY, September 28
6:00 a.m. WGAC, 580AM and 95.1FM Radio, and wgac.com Broadcasts
7:00 a.m. WGAC, 580AM and 95.1FM Radio, and wgac.com Broadcasts
9:00 a.m. Donuts & Coffee Covenant Hall
9:45 a.m. Sunday School Assigned Locations
Nursery I (Birth–23 mos.) Nursery I
Nursery II (24–47 mos.) Children’s Building
K4 through Grade 5 Children’s Building
Grades 6–12 Youth Building
Adult Various Locations
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Sanctuary
4:00 p.m. Ladies Online Prayer Group
Diane Dunsmore (ddunsmore777@gmail.com; 706-401-4146) Maria Russell (edmarman@gmail.com; 706-726-1703)
4:00 p.m. AYC Rehearsal Sanctuary
6:00 p.m. Evening Worship Sanctuary
MONDAY, September 29
7:00 p.m. AHG Children’s Building
7:00 p.m. Trail Life Covenant Hall
WEDNESDAY, October 1
5:30 p.m. Fellowship Dinner Covenant Hall
6:00 p.m. Children & Youth Activities Assigned Locations
6:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study Covenant Hall
7:00 p.m.. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary
THURSDAY, October 2
11:00 a.m. WOCC Knitting & Crochet Spurr Home
7:30 p.m.. Ladies Online Prayer Group
FRIDAY, October 3
7:00 a.m. Men’s Prayer Church Office
9:45 a.m. Ladies Bible Study Covenant Hall
SATURDAY, October 4
7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study Covenant Hall
4:00—6:00 p.m. Youth Event PuttPutt

Assisting in the Services The elders greeting at the doors before this morning’s service are Ora Parish & Glynn Dyer.
Ushers are Gene Gojda, Rick Rezzelle & Campbell Bailey; security is Stu Dawley.
The Deacon on Duty is Jon Kunze (wearing a red rose).
Elders greeting at the doors next Lord’s Day will be Rick Rezzelle & Rich Fishel.
Ushers next Lord’s Day will be Marion Butler, Hank Gautreaux & Stu Dawley.
The Deacon on Duty next week will be Eddie Zamora; security will be Andrew Rowell.

Current Officers With Class Year
Elders
Mike Boyd (2025) John Dunsmore (2026) Rich Fishel (2027) Glynn Dyer (2025) Johan Hubenthal (2026) Charles McClure (2027)Billy Hatcher (2025) John Norkus (2026) Derrick Smits (2027)
Deacons
Joe Beasley (2025) Lee Carter (2026) Dan Campbell (2027)
Marion Butler (2025) Hank Gautreaux (2026) Gene Gojda (2027)
Gary Cowart (2025) Davis Mellick (2026) John Kunze (2027)
Matt Linton (2025) Ken Lynch (2027)
Eddie Zamora (2025) Richard Turner (2027)

Christ Church, Presbyterian
The Lord’s Day, September 28, 2025

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For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. 1 John 5:4

Welcome
We are delighted that you have joined us in worship today. It is our desire that, as prayers are raised, hymns and anthems are sung, and God’s Word is proclaimed, our worship will bring glory to God and gladness to His people. Indeed, we pray that you will personally be blessed by the corporate worship of the Triune God and return to worship with us next Lord’s Day. If you would like to know more about Christ Church, how to become a member, or, most importantly, how to have a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, please talk with an elder standing by the piano after the service.

Staff
Rev. Robert Hendrick, Pastor
Rev. Ryan Bigham, Assistant Pastor
Dr. John L. Wilson, Director of Music Ministries
Mr. Jonathan McKenzie, Director of Youth Ministries
Mrs. Frances Gojda, Director of Children's Ministries
Ms. Laura Doss, Organist & Social Media Director
Mr. Scott Doss, AV & Digital Media Director
Mrs. Donna Sherman, Administrative Assistant
Mr. Charles Caruso, Sexton

Christ Church, Presbyterian
A congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America
4201 Southern Pines Drive, Evans, GA 30809
Phone (706) 210–9090
www.myccp.faith

Individual packages of Goldfish crackers (regular)
Individual packages of M&Ms
Quaker Oat chewy granola bars
Animal Crackers
Popsicles (in the plastic sleeves)
Monetary donations for t-shirts and/or crafts
Please bring donations to the Church Office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tuesday — Friday. Monetary donations may be given online or placed in the offering plate on Sundays (please specify that this is for VBS).

Getty, Townend, arr. Pylant
Come, People of the Risen King
Come, people of the risen King who delight to bring Him praise;
Come all, and tune your hearts to sing to the Morning Star of grace.
From the shifting shadows of the earth we will lift our eyes to Him,
Where steady arms of mercy reach to gather children in.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Let every tongue rejoice!
One heart, one voice, O church of Christ, rejoice!

Youth Lock-In — All Youth in 7th through 12th grades are invited for 12 hours of awesome fun on October 11 & 12. We will gather together at 7:00 p.m. that Friday for faithful fellowship, fun, food, and growing closer to our Lord. There will by plenty of adult chaperones and designated sleeping areas if needed. At 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, everyone will exit for home. All are welcome so invite your friends. For more information, please contact John Psomas at jposmas@christchurchpres.org.

Wednesday Night Fellowship — Be sure to RSVP for Wednesday night’s relaxed, mid-week activities. There are opportunities for everyone to grow closer to our Lord. Each Wednesday will begin with a fellowship dinner followed by age-appropriate programs (RSVP via the Friendship Registers today or online at myccp.faith by noon this Tuesday):
5:30—7:30 Fall Festival
6:15—7:00 Brass Rehearsal
7:05—8:30 Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
5:30 p.m. Fellowship Dinner Fellowship Hall
6:00 p.m. Youth & Children Activities Assigned Locations
6:15 p.m. Adult Bible Study Fellowship Hall
Brass Ensemble Rehearsal Sanctuary
7:05 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary

Christian sympathy is extended to Lecky Hurlburt and family
in the home-going of her sister, Gwynne Strader on January 11.

Widows Fund – An account has been established for the support of our widows. This account was approved by our Session and is managed by our Diaconate. Its sole purpose is to be an emergency repository to support those in need. If so led, you may contribute to this fund online or by check. Please identify your contributions as "Widows Fund".
Christ Church Giving Options — We now provide the ability to make contributions of investment products (stocks, bonds, etc.) and access to online giving through the church website at myccp.faith. For contributions of investment instruments, please contact the church office who will provide the stock transfer form along with instructions to complete the contribution. For online giving, please go to the top, right side of the Home page and click on ‘Giving’. Follow the simple instructions to securely contribute through ShelbyNext Giving. Select a fund for your donation and add any necessary information in the “notes” field. Any gifts received with no fund specified will be directed into the general fund.

The Easter Lilies Are Given
TO THE GLORY OF GOD
by Bill & Linda McGowan
TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN HONOR OF
My grandchildren: Sunny, Carter, & Silas by Melissa Spurr.
Carl & Ruth Ann Fliermans by the Fliermans family.
Tammy Menus by the Fliermans family.
TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN MEMORY OF
Our beloved grandparents by James & Jennifer Crownover.
Our parents, Nancy & Norm Heberer and Dot & Jim McWhirter by Dana and Patti McWhirter.
Delores Holsonbake by Linda York.
Our parents, Charles & Ethel Heintz, by John & Diane Dunsmore.
Our parents, John & Dorothy Dunsmore, Sr., by John & Diane Dunsmore.
Our parents, Cass & Ed Mehr and Martha & George McClure by Charles & Cathie McClure.
Bates Folley by Martha Folley.
Sarah Carolyn Walters by her parents, Mark, Susan, & Rachel Walters.
Our parents, Mr. & Mrs. Ruben B. Boyd (Blanche) and Lt. Col. Bill Heaton by Dr. & Mrs. Michael B. Boyd.
Our parents, Rebecca & Alex Allanach and Betty & Med Hurlburt, and Lecky’s aunt Lillian Miller by Jim & Jenny (Lecky) Hurlburt
Parents & grandparents, Mildred & Kenneth Norkus, Mary & Roger Rossman, and dear friend Patricia Johnson by the John Norkus family.
Abigail Faith Goodell by Mark Goodell.
Matthew Clark, by John, Yvonne, and Jason Clark.
Julie’s parents Jean Owen and William H. Brown and William Daniel Burroughs by Joe & Julie Dey.
Our son Chris Geiselman by Dick & Dottie Geiselman.
Mr. & Mrs. John Carroll by Marion & Anna Butler.
Mrs. & Mrs. Marion Butler, Sr. by Marion & Anna Butler.
Our parents by Bill & Anne Alston.
Joey Johnson by his wife Margaret.
Mr. & Mrs. W. S. Mauldin, Sr. & W. S. Mauldin, Jr. by Mr. & Mrs. O. H. Brown, Carol Mauldin, and their families.
Kim Ellis, and Chester & Ann Pylant by Stan & Kirsten Pylant.
Our parents, Al & Jane Rihl and George and Delores Van Deventer, by Bob and Jordy Rihl.
Barbara Bowen by husband, daughter and son.
Loving father and grandfather Ed “Pops” Avery by the Avery family.

Inquirer’s Class — Led by the Rev. Robert Hendrick, this class is for anyone who is considering membership and/or wanting to know more about our church. Anyone who has already joined the church, but not taken the class should plan to attend. This is a six-week class that will begin on April 18 and be held during the Sunday school hour in the Choir Room located on the 2nd floor of the Sanctuary. Please RSVP at the Welcome Table or by visiting myccp.faith.

Congratulations to:
Austin and Aleah Fishel on the birth of their son, Beau Richard Fishel, born on July 28.
David and Maddie Dyer on the birth of their daughter, Hadassah Way Dyer, born on July 28.

The Poinsettias
are given
TO THE GLORY OF GOD
AND IN HONOR OF
My husband, Joey Johnson, by Margaret Johnson.
To the Glory of God by Mr. & Mrs. George Bowen.
Our grandchildren, Bennett, Carter, Liam & Thomas by Dr. & Mrs. Michael Boyd.
Martha Seward by Anne Bowen.
Our parents, Leo & Bobby Marquez & Maggie Meredith by Ed & Maria Russell.
Our children, Meredith, Abbey, & Matthew by Ed & Maria Russell.
Talmadge & Annette Miles by Michael & Janet Ladun.
Todd & Shirley Hannah’s 63rd Wedding Anniversary by Todd & Shirley Hannah.
My granddaughter, Sunny, by Melissa Spurr.
TO THE GLORY OF GOD
AND IN MEMORY OF
Our son, Matthew Clark, by Mr. & Mrs. John Clark and Jason.
Our parents by Bill & Anne Alston.
Our parents, Al & Jane Rihl and George and Dee Van Deventer, by Bob and Jordy Rihl.
Bates Folley by Martha Folley.
Tony Nunziato and Micah Nunziato by the Nunziato family.
Our parents by Tom & Frances Loughran.
William Daniel Burroughs by Joe & Julie Dey.
Jean Owen Brown by Joe & Julie Dey.
Parents and grandparents, Mildred & Kenneth Norkus, Mary & Roger Rossman, and
close friend Patricia Johnson by the John Norkus family.
My parents, William & Eleanor Anderson, by Lynn Black.
Our parents by the McClure family.
Mr. & Mrs. W. S. Mauldin, Sr., by Mr. & Mrs. Oliver Brown, Carol Mauldin, and their families.
Mr. W. S. Mauldin, Jr., by Carol Mauldin, Mr. & Mrs. Oliver Brown, and their families.
Our parents, Charles & Ethel Heintz, by John & Diane Dunsmore.
Our parents, John & Dorothy Dunsmore, Sr., by John & Diane Dunsmore.
Mr. & Mrs. Glenn Dunlap by Billy & Debra Hatcher.
Mr. & Mrs. William G. Hatcher, Sr., by Billy & Debra Hatcher.
My parents, sister, & husband by Phyllis Harvey.
Ruth Howell by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, the Adam Doss Family.
Beckie Evans by the Adam Doss Family.
Joseph John Caruso by Kelly Elaine and Charles Caruso.
My parents, Mr. & Mrs. W. W. Cheshire by Joanne Pierce.
Wife & mom, Barbara P. Bowen, by her husband, Charles, and
Children, Deborah B. Poffenbarger and Rev. Gregory Bowen.
Carol’s mother, Bettye Oetjen, by Rick & Carol Rezzelle.
Sarah Carolyn Walters by her parents, Mark & Susan Walters, and sister, Rachel.
Our mothers Winifred Faour and Emma Jewett by Mel & Charlotte Jewett.
Our grandparents by James & Jennifer Crownover.
Rev. Rick Hammond by Dick & Dottie Geiselman.
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Ladun by Mike & Janet Ladun.

Officer Nominations
Officer nominations for Elder and Deacon will be accepted through today. Please prayerfully consider who God may want you to nominate and complete the forms located on the Welcome Table. You may drop your nomination form(s) in the offering plate or complete an online form by visiting myccp.faith. Current officers are listed on back of bulletin.

Ladies Bible Study on Campus — Being led by Rachel Mellick, we’re reading through the book entitled, “Jonah, Micah, and Nahum,” by Kristofer Holroyd over the summer, exploring the mind and character of God and learning to make His plans relevant in our lives. We meet every Friday morning from 9:30-11:30 in Covenant Hall.

In Memoriam
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. Psalm 116:15
Debra Hatcher December 13
Anne Gojda January 12
Al Cooper September 13
Dale McPherson October 31

Sacrament of Holy Communion
Do this in remembrance of Me. Luke 22:19
The Sacrament of Holy Communion is a means of grace instituted by our Lord to commemorate His death and to commune with Him for the nourishment of our souls and the strengthening of His body. We will observe the sacrament during morning worship today.

Holy Week Services: April 2 — April 9
Today
Palm Sunday — 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 1
Maundy Thursday with Holy Communion, 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 4
Easter, 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Worship
6:00 p.m. Evensong: An Easter Celebration

Adult Sunday School Class
9:00 a.m. each Sunday and open to all adults.
A Study on Psalms, led by John Norkus and meeting via Zoom.com.
(Contact the Church Office for more information)

Thanksgiving Day Service
Has God given you reason to thank Him in 2018? Have you been blessed with an abundance of good things? Has His faithfulness sustained you through difficult times? Join us this Thursday at 10:00 a.m. for a brief service of thanksgiving, prayer and praise with Dr. John W. P. Oliver bringing the Homily. An offering will be collected during the service toward the support of the Palmer Home for Children.
Operating for over 120 years, Palmer Home for Children provides superior residential care for children while introducing the love of God through service to each individual child. With campuses in Hernando and Columbus, Mississippi, it is home to over 100 children in need. Palmer Home is a non–profit organization which relies fully on the generous support of individuals, organizations, and churches who believe in their mission of rescuing and restoring vulnerable children.

Fellowship Luncheon
Fellowship Luncheon — On Sunday, November 12, following the morning worship service, we will enjoy our monthly Fellowship Luncheon in Covenant Hall. Fried chicken will be provided for a donation of any amount. Members are asked to bring a generous side dish, salad, or dessert to share, and visitors are warmly invited to attend. Please use the response form given with this bulletin to indicate the number of adults and children who will attend or feel free to RSVP online at christchurchpres.org.
Today following Morning Worship, all are invited to gather in Covenant Hall for our monthly Fellowship Meal. Fried chicken will be provided for a donation in any amount. Members are requested to bring a generous salad, side dish, or dessert to share. Visitors are cordially invited and urged to stay for lunch!
Missions Committee Helpful Reminder — The missionaries we support are investing
their lives in God’s kingdom work here and abroad. They spend hours writing ministry
update letters which are printed and placed on a table just inside the front Sanctuary door.
Please consider picking up a copy of these letters and praying for their ongoing needs to
the glory of God.
Sanctuary Flowers — If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor or in
memory of a loved one for a very small contribution, please contact Yvonne Clark at
706–414–0105, or the Church Office at 706–210–9090 or smcbride@christchurchpres.org to reserve a date.
Inquirer’s Class — Led by the Rev. Robert Hendrick will begin next Sunday, September 23, at 9:45 a.m. and will be held in the Church Office. This class is for anyone who is considering membership and/or wanting to know more about our church. We will explore important questions, such as: What does it mean to be a Christian? What do we believe about God, salvation, the church, baptism, and other important matters of faith. This six-week class will end on October 28. Please RSVP at the Welcome Table or by visiting www.christchurchpres.org.

In Memoriam
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. Psalm 116:15
Thelma Nunziato May 25, 2019
Mary Round May 31, 2019
Marcia Smith June 15, 2019
Marita Myers August 22, 2019
Joseph “Joey” Johnson September 25, 2019
Eugene “Gene” Gojda October 23, 2019

† The Doxology— (Trinity Hymnal, No. 731) OLD HUNDRETH
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Christian sympathy is extended to Janet Hesse and family
in the home-going of her mother, Betty Wunnenberg. Betty went home to be with the Lord on January 21.

Missions Committee Meeting — The monthly meeting of the Missions Committee will be held Wednesday, March 13, at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Office. For more information, please contact John Clark via an email to jp9clark@me.com.

† The Communion Hymn – (Trinity Hymnal, No. 426) redhead 76
“Till He Come!”
The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper
The Prayer of Consecration
The Distribution of the Elements – Please partake as you are served.
The Prayer of Great Thanksgiving
† The Parting Hymn – (Trinity Hymnal, No. 431) schumann
A Parting Hymn We Sing
† The Benediction
The Organ Postlude – Lead on, O King Eternal arr. Dana F. Everson

Missions Conference: February 28 — March 1
Springtime & Harvest Faithfulness
Featured Speaker: Dr. John W. P. Oliver
Retired Teaching Elder & Head of Oliver Bible & Missions Foundation
Speaker Schedule:
Friday, February 28, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 11:00 a.m.
Saturday, February 29, 6:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 6:00 p.m.
Full Schedule on bulletin insert, website (myccp.faith), and Facebook.
RSVP for meals via insert in today’s bulletin.

Trail Life — Trail Life Troop GA-2215 will be holding a Join the Trail night on Monday, August 9 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Boys will experience a regular meeting and parents will hear about the program, activities, uniforms, costs...all the boring stuff. We have an exciting year already planned out. Invite your friends and family to come and check out Trail Life. Trail Life is open to boys ages 5-17. If you need further information, contact Troopmaster John Norkus (706-373-2173, thenorkusfamily@comcast.net). #openforadventure.

Community Service — Our next service opportunity will be tomorrow, July 30, from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. We will be serving in the dining room at the Master's Table located at 702 Fenwick Street in Augusta. This is a ministry of the Golden Harvest Food Bank reaching those less fortunate with spiritual and physical nourishment. If you are willing and able to serve with us, please contact either Emily Adams (706–627–0784) or Julie Dey (706–294-2436) to reserve your spot.

Officer Nominations
Officer nominations for Elder and Deacon will be accepted through today. Please prayerfully consider who God may want you to nominate and complete the forms in the bulletin (additional forms are on the Welcome Table). You may drop your nomination form(s) in the offering plate, give it/them to an active Elder, or complete an online form by visiting www.christchruchpres.org. Current officers are listed on back of bulletin.

Sacrament of Holy Communion
Do this in remembrance of Me. Luke 22:19
The Sacrament of Holy Communion is a means of grace instituted by our Lord to commemorate His death and to commune with Him for the nourishment of our souls and the strengthening of His body. We will observe the sacrament during morning worship today.

Christian sympathy is extended to Patsy Rector and family
in the home-going of Charlie Rector, on July 27.

Men's Bible Study — The twice monthly Men's Bible Study will begin its new topic and a new schedule of teachers in the new year. Once the schedule is set, please make every effort to prioritize this time of fellowship and study with other men in the church.

Bread Breaker Meals — Signup ends today. A signup sheet is available on the Visitors’ Table in the church Narthex. Please include your phone number when you sign up. This is a one-time commitment to host or participate in a meal during the month of October. All who sign up will be notified early in the month so hosts can work out a suitable date for their meal and determine what each will contribute. For more information email John Clark at jp9clark@mac.com.

Sacrament of Holy Communion
Do this in remembrance of Me. Luke 22:19
The Sacrament of Holy Communion is a means of grace instituted by our Lord to commemorate His death and to commune with Him for the nourishment of our souls and the strengthening of His body. We will observe the sacrament during morning worship today.

Churchwide Emails — If you are not receiving the “This Week at Christ Church” email and others sent out by the church and you would like to, lease call the office at 706-210-9090 or email mehoward@christchurchpres.org.

Wednesday Night Activities Register for the Wednesday Night Fellowship Meal on the Friendship Register if you plan on attending. This week’s menu is Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Bread, & Dessert. The deadline for reservations is Tuesday at noon.

Fall Bible Studies:
Grovetown Adult Bible Study — Begins on Tuesday, August 12 from 6:30—8:00 p.m. at the Hendrick home in Grovetown and will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Please contact Margaret Doss for more information at mdoss@columbiacountyga.gov.
Evans Bible Study — Begins on Tuesday, August 26 and will meet at the home of Warren & Linda Jones from 7:00—9:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Please call or text Linda Jones at 706-231-3758 if you have questions.
Augusta Bible Study — Begins on September 2 at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Ron & Sue Moncrief and will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. Please contact Sue Moncrief at suemon99@knology.net.for more information.
Ladies Evening Bible Study — Begins on Thursday, September 11 at 6:45 p.m. at the home of Monica Boyd and will meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. New members are welcome. Please contact Charlotte Jewett at cjjewett@att.net for more information.
Men’s Bible Study — Meets on the 1st Saturday of each month at 7:00 a.m. and the 3rd Friday at 6:30 p.m. in Covenant Hall. Please contact Ryan Bigham at rbigham@christchurchpres.org with any questions.

Friendship Register — You’ll find Friendship Registers on each pew during worship services. Please take a moment during the offertory to complete your and/or your family’s information, especially if you are a guest for the first time. This information is used to maintain accurate records and is not given out to the public.
Sanctuary Flowers — If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor or in memory of a loved one, please visit the Welcome Table in the narthex and sign up on the Flower Calendar form. Close to the date of your flowers, Yvonne Clark will contact you regarding the arrangement and Shirley McBride will contact you for the wording that will be presented in the bulletin.

Missions Committee Helpful Reminder — The missionaries we support are investing their lives in God’s kingdom work here and abroad. They spend hours writing ministry update letters which are printed and placed on a table just inside the front Sanctuary door. Please consider picking up a copy of these letters and praying for their ongoing needs to the glory of God.
Sanctuary Flowers — If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor or in memory of a loved one for a very small contribution, please contact Yvonne Clark at 706–414–0105, or the Church Office at 706–210–9090 or smcbride@christchurchpres.org to reserve a date.

Tom Strayer & Mel Jewett, trumpets; Mike Boyd & Mark Goodell, trombones; Kay Lovingood, tuba; and Laura Doss, organ

† The Communion Hymn – (Trinity Hymnal, No. 420) st. george's, windsor
At the Lamb's High Feast We Sing
The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper
The Prayer of Consecration
The Distribution of the Elements – Please partake as you are served.
The Prayer of Great Thanksgiving
† The Parting Hymn – (Trinity Hymnal, No. 425) eucharistic hymn
Bread of the World in Mercy Broken
† The Benediction
The Organ Postlude – Toccata on Hanover arr. Burkhardt

Stewardship Sunday
During the Morning Worship today, we will have the opportunity to lay before the Lord our financial commitments to the work of Christ Church. A letter was sent to member households that included a pledge card. Your financial pledge assists the Session and Diaconate in planning the church ministry budget for the coming year. Please prayerfully consider what the Lord would have you give in support of His work through Christ Church. Our Deacons have additional pledge cards for your use.

The Sacrament of Baptism Ivy May Jewett
Covenant Child of Jenny & William Jewett
• The Baptismal Response – Jesus Loves Me, This I Know jesus loves me
Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so;
Little ones to Him belong, they are weak but He is strong.
Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so.

2019 Summer Camps

The New Members Profession The Rev. Hendrick
Ashton Ogletree Tara Ogletree
The Sacrament of Baptism Ashton Ogletree

Churchwide Emails — If you are not receiving the “This Week at Christ Church” email and others sent out by the church and you would like to, please call the office at (706)210—9090.

The New Member Presentation Rev. Hendrick, Pastor
Bridger & Tiffany Bond

Holy Week Services • April 2 — April 9
Today
Palm Sunday — 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 6
Maundy Thursday with Holy Communion, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, April 7
Good Friday, 12:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 9
Sunrise Service 7:15 a.m. — Sunday School 9:45 a.m. — Worship 11:00 a.m.
Evensong: An Easter Celebration — April 9 at 6:00 p.m.

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, and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.

Financial Report
August 2025 Year-to-date 2025 Budgeted YTD
Revenue 114,207.05 662,614.93 745,678.36
Expense 98,617.32 771,565.13 715,388.44
Income 15,589.73 (108,950.20) 30,289.92
Mortgage
July 31 Balance: 2,248,405.94
August 31 Balance: 2,236,329.40
August Reduction: 12,076.54

† The Communion Hymn (Trinity Hymnal, No. 420) st. george's, windsor
At the Lamb's High Feast We Sing
The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper
The Words of Institution (1 Corinthians 11:23–32)
Pastor: I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when He was betrayed took bread:
All: and when He had given thanks, He broke it, and said, This is My body which is for you. Do this in remembrance of Me.
Pastor: In the same way also He took the cup, after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.”
All: For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.
Pastor: Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unwor thy manner will be guilty of profaning the body and blood of the Lord.
All: Let a man examine himself, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup.
Pastor: Let a person examine himself, then, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgment on himself.
All: That is why many of you are weak and ill, and some have died.
Pastor: But if we judged ourselves truly, we should not be judged.
All: But when we are judged by the Lord, we are disciplined so that we may not be condemned along with the world.
The Prayer of Consecration
The Distribution of the Elements – Please partake as you are served.
The Prayer of Great Thanksgiving
† The Parting Hymn – (Trinity Hymnal, No. 561) canonbury
Lord, Speak to Me that I May Speak
† The Benediction
The Organ Postlude – Toccata Pachelbel

Missions Prayer Bands — Everyone is invited to join us for our monthly time of prayer for missions and missionaries today, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Andrew Sanders, Augusta Area Director of Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA), will be giving an update on the upcoming CMDA ministry opportunities during today’s Missions Prayer Bands. He has been involved in both local outreach to fellow physicians as well as cross cultural work, most recently in Macedonia for five years. He is considering an exploratory evaluation in Serbia this fall. Make plans to join us for this special time of testimony and prayer. For more information, please contact Ken Moody at 706–951–0943 or via an email to ken.cathy.moody@gmail.com.

Sanctuary Flowers — If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor or in memory of a loved one, please visit the Welcome Table in the narthex and sign up on the Flower Calendar form. Close to the date of your flowers, Yvonne Clark will contact you regarding the arrangement and Shirley McBride will contact you for the wording that will be presented in the bulletin.

Thank You
The staff of Christ Church would like to thank each of you for the generous, kindhearted Christmas gifts. We are greatly blessed with a loving, godly family here at Christ Church and count it a joy and a privilege to serve you and our heavenly Father in our respective areas of responsibility. It is our prayer that in return, God blesses each of you exponentially.
Rev. Robbie Hendrick, Pastor; Stan Pylant, Dir. of Music; Fay Deal, Children’s Dir. Laura Doss, Organist; Scott Doss, Audio/Visual; Charles Caruso, Sexton;
& Shirley McBride, Administrative Assistant

† The Confession of Faith The Nicene Creed
I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible;
And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, begotten of His Father before all worlds; God of God; Light of Light; Very God of Very God; Begotten, not made; Being of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made; Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven; and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was buried; And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures; and ascended into heaven; and sitteth on the right hand of the Father. And He shall come again, with glory, to judge both the quick and the dead; Whose kingdom shall have no end.
And I believe in the Holy Ghost; The Lord and Giver of Life; Who proceedeth from the Father and the Son; Who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified; Who spake by the Prophets. And I believe one holy catholic* and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins. And I look for the resurrection of the dead; and the life of the world to come. Amen. (*universal)
† The Gloria Patri (Trinity Hymnal, No. 734) meineke
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.

Trail Life USA Join the Trail Night — On Monday, August 13, at 7:00 p.m. Trail Life Troop GA-2215 will be holding a Join the Trail night. This will be an opportunity for parents and boys to learn about Trail Life USA and Troop GA-2215 at Christ Church. Boys will get to experience some Trail Life activities. Parents hear about the program, costs, meeting times, annual calendar of events, how to register and get involved themselves, and lots more.
If you have any questions about Trail Life USA or Troop GA-2215, please contact John Norkus, Troopmaster (706-373-2173, thenorkusfamily@comcast.net).

The Choral Call to Worship Walter, arr. Pylant
Arise, Your Light Is Come
Arise, your light is come! The Spirit’s call obey;
Show forth the glory of your God, which shines on you today.
Sanctuary Choir

In Memoriam
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. Psalm 116:15
Don Lewis March 1
John Bodie March 5
Martha Holley March 15
Pat Lewis April 3
Richard Geiselman September 29

Christ Church’s Online Giving Option — Please visit myccp.faith and click the “Give” button located on the top, right side of the Home page. Follow the simple instructions.

The flowers in the sanctuary today are given to the Glory of God.

AYC Christmas Dessert Concert — The Augusta Youth Chorale will present a Christmas Dessert Concert in our Sanctuary today at 4:15 p.m. and you are invited! The concert is free though there will be the opportunity to assist AYC through a special offering. Join us for this worshipful, yet varied advent celebration. Following the concert, there will be complimentary desserts to enjoy in the Fellowship Hall.
Christmas Fellowship Dinner — Everyone is invited to join us on Saturday, December 8, for our annual Christmas Fellowship Dinner at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This is a special time to worship our Savior as we celebrate His birth and to honor church-sponsored field missionaries by bringing monetary donations for a Christmas gift supporting their endeavors. Chicken, beef (brisket & London broil), and smoked pork will be provided. Members are asked to bring sides according to these guidelines below. Please RSVP by either completing the insert in today’s bulletin or by visiting www.christchurchpres.org to register. Feel free to also place your missionary gift, marked “missionary gift,” in the offering plate by Sunday, December 16.
Last names beginning with . . .
A-D: Salads; E-N: Sides (rice, vegetables, starch, etc.); and O-Z: Desserts

Children’s Ministry Volunteers — Christ Church is looking for Sunday school teachers for toddlers (2 & 3 year olds) and a rotating 5th grade Sunday School teacher. We are also looking for adult volunteers for Nursery One (babies to two year olds) Please contact Frances Gojda at frances@christchurchpres.org or call the church office at 706-210-9090 for information.

The Poinsettias
are given
TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN HONOR OF
Our children and grandchildren by Charles & Melissa Spurr.
Our parents, Mr. & Mrs. Tom Caldwell & Mr. and Mrs. Bill Trotter, by Mr. & Mrs. Wade Caldwell.
Keith & Peggy Milner by Davis, Rachel, and Charlotte Mellick.
Our grandchildren, Bennett, Carter, Liam & Thomas by Dr. & Mrs. Michael Boyd.
Nancy S. Heberer by Linda H. York.
Our daughter Rachel E. by Mark & Susan Walters.
TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN MEMORY OF
Our parents, Al & Jane Rihl & George & Delores Van Deventer, by Bob & Jordy Rihl.
My husband Joey Johnson by Margaret Johnson.
William Daniel Burroughs by Joe & Julie Dey.
My parents, Jean Owen & William Holt Brown, by Julie Dey.
Vincent & Theodora Alba by Ted and Sheryl Alba.
Our son, Matthew Clark, by Mr. & Mrs. John Clark and Jason.
My daughter, Kimbery Anne, by Joanne Pierce.
Mr. & Mrs. W. S. Mauldin, Sr., & Mr. W. S. Mauldin, Jr., by Mr. & Mrs. O. H. Brown, Carol Mauldin, and their families.
Our daughter Sarah C. by Mark & Susan Walters and sister Rachel.
Parents & grandparents Mildred & Kenneth Norkus, Mary & Roger Rossman, and dear family friend, Patricia Johnson, by the John Norkus family.
Our parents, John & Dorothy Dunsmore, by John & Diane Dunsmore.
Our parents, Charles & Ethel Heintz, by John & Diane Dunsmore.
Our parents by Charles & Cathie McClure.
My wife, Barbara Bowen, by Charles W. Bowen.
Our grandparents by James & Jennifer Crownover.
Our mother, Barbara P. Bowen, by children Debbie & Greg Bowen.
Our parents, Bill & Marion Hatcher & Glenn and Lois Dunlap, by Billy & Debra Hatcher.
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Ginter, parents of Fay Deal, by Richard & Fay Deal.
Mrs. & Mrs. Harvey Deal, parents of Richard Deal by Richard & Fay Deal.
Our parents by Bill & Linda McGowan.
Our parents by Dana & Patti McWhirter.
Our parents by Bill & Anne Alston.

Women of Christ Church — Please save the date. We are planning a day retreat for November 4. There will be more information to come.

Please plan to close this Lord's Day by joining us for evening worship.

God is of use to direct us in prayer, but the special rule of direction is the form of prayer

Youth Group Night — All youth in 7th through 12th grades, make plans to join us for a fun evening of fellowship and God’s Word. We’ll meet in the Youth House on Wednesday, May 22, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Be sure to invite your friends and classmates. For more information, contact John Psomas at 706—210—9090 or via an email to jpsomas@christchurchpres.org.

Inquirer’s Class — Led by the Rev. Robert Hendrick, this class is for anyone who is considering membership and/or wanting to know more about our church. This six-week class has been scheduled for September 8 through October 20, during the Sunday school hour in the Choir Room located on the 2nd floor of the Sanctuary. Please RSVP at the Welcome Table or by visiting myccp.faith.

Please plan to close this Lord's Day by joining us for evening worship.

On the final verse, children in K4 through Grade 3 may exit for the Children’s Program.

Quarterly Financial Report:
January – March
Giving $174,721.37
Expenses $177,012.64
Difference ($2,291.27)
Missions $26,729.09

The Augusta Youth Chorale — Auditions for our eleventh season are being held now through the month of August. Do you happen to know someone who might like to sing in a choral setting with wonderful opportunities to enjoy new friends and share their gifts with others? Have them check our website for information, www.augustayouthchorale.org, or contact Stan Pylant via an email to spylant@knology.net.

† The Confession of Faith The Nicene Creed
I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible;
And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, begotten of His Father before all worlds; God of God; Light of Light; Very God of Very God; Begotten, not made; Being of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made; Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven; and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was buried; And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures; and ascended into heaven; and sitteth on the right hand of the Father. And He shall come again, with glory, to judge both the quick and the dead; Whose kingdom shall have no end.
And I believe in the Holy Ghost; The Lord and Giver of Life; Who proceedeth from the Father and the Son; Who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified; Who spake by the Prophets. And I believe one holy catholic* and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins. And I look for the resurrection of the dead; and the life of the world to come. Amen. (*universal)

† The Doxology — (Trinity Hymnal, No. 734) gloria patri
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.

† The Confession of Faith The Apostles’ Creed
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 Ghost,
born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell;
the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven,
and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty;
from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic* Church;
the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins;
the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen. (*universal)

Pulpit Guest, Mr. David Moody
Please join us in welcoming Mr. David Moody as our pulpit guest today. David is the son of Ken and Cathy Moody. After David graduated from college in 2007, he worked as a teacher and principal at a Christian school in Florida. While in Florida, he married his wife Melissa in 2008. David is currently a student at Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte. David and Melissa together with their children live in Columbia, South Carolina, and are members at First Presbyterian Church in Columbia.

Churchwide Emails — If you are not receiving the “This Week at Christ Church” email and others sent out by the church and you would like to, please call the office at (706) 210—9090.

Pledge Cards — Thank you to everyone who has turned in 2020 Pledge Card commitments. If you were unable to present your commitment for 2020, there is still time to get your card included. Feel free to place it in the offering plate today.
Year-End Giving — Always being thankful for how the Lord has provided for each of us throughout 2019, please consider sharing His generosity with Christ Church through an end-of-the-year blessing by today.

Average Monthly Attendance
Morning Worship Evening Worship
January 194 83
February 190 76
March 189 86

The Office of Elder — Class of 2025 Billy Hatcher

Stewardship Sunday
During the Morning Worship today, we will have the opportunity to lay before the Lord our financial commitments to the work of Christ Church. A letter has been mailed to member households that included a pledge card. Your financial pledge assists the Session and Diaconate in planning the church ministry budget for the coming year. Please prayerfully consider what the Lord would have you give in support of His work through Christ Church. If needed, our Deacons have additional pledge cards for your use.

Leader: The grass withers, the flower fades,
Congregation: But the Word of our God shall stand forever. Isaiah 40:8

Launch Date:
October 27
(after morning worship)

Thank You, Veterans
Today is Veterans Day, a day set aside to honor those who have served in our Armed Forces. It began on November 11, 1919, as Armistice Day to commemorate the end of WWI but was renamed Veterans Day in 1954 to honor veterans of all military conflicts. To all military veterans in our congregation: THANK YOU for your service!

Isaiah 53:10—12 (page 614)

Studies have shown that children/youth who have had 3 or more adults praying for them stay the course and FLOURISH when they leave high school. Now is the time for Christ Church to invest in our families with children and youth. time is now until October 16!
Forms are available on Wednesday evenings in the Fellowship Hall and on Sundays at the Children’s Ministries Table in the narthex. Also, you may sign up online at myccp.faith under Events.
If you are an adult: Sign up to be a Prayer Champion
If you are a family with children/youth: sign up to request a Champion

A–H: Hot appetizers (e.g. meatballs, little smokies, chicken wings, hot dips)
I–Q: Cold appetizers (e.g. finger sandwiches such as chicken salad, egg salad, pimento
cheese, or cucumber; shrimp w/cocktail sauce, fruit or vegetable tray including cold dip)
R–Z: Desserts

The flowers this morning are given to the Glory of God and in honor of Pastor Robbie by Tammy Hendrick, the kids and grandkids in celebration
of God’s mercy and goodness. We thank Him and praise Him as we mark ten years of the life He spared by His Grace.

Elder and Deacon Nomination Forms are available on the Deacons Table as you enter the Sanctuary and will be available through August 28. Questions & Answers to help you as you prayerfully consider officer nominations are included as an insert in this bulletin as well as in the August Newsletter.

Church Workday — Please prayerfully consider assisting our Deacons with being good stewards of God’s gracious gifts by helping with various tasks this Saturday, October 19, from 8:00 a.m. until noon. There will be a variety of areas needing your skills and abilities: cleaning, fence repairs, tree debris removal, electrical, and shed/building repairs. Your efforts will not only be a blessing to our Lord and each other, but also to anyone who visits Christ Church.

An Additional Poinsettia
was given
TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN MEMORY OF
.
Bates Folley by Martha Folley.

Thank You
The staff of Christ Church express our appreciation to everyone for the generous, thoughtful Christmas gifts. We are truly blessed with a loving, Christ-filled family here at Christ Church and count it a joy and an honor to serve you and our heavenly Father. It is our prayer that in return, God blesses each of you considerably.
Rev. Robbie Hendrick, Pastor; Stan Pylant, Director of Music; John Psomas, Youth Director; Fay Deal, Children’s Director; Laura Doss, Organist; Scott Doss, Audio/Visual; Charles Caruso, Sexton; & Shirley McBride, Administrative Assistant

Officer Nominations
Officer nominations for Elder and Deacon will be accepted throughout the month of August. Please prayerfully consider who God may want you to nominate and complete the forms in the bulletin (additional forms are on the Welcome Table). You may drop your nomination form(s) in the offering plate or give it/them to an active Elder. A third option is to complete an online form by visiting www.christchruchpres.org.
Those Currently Serving with Scheduled Roll-Off Year
Elders Deacons
John Clark (2018) Wade Caldwell (2018)
Glynn Dyer (2018) Stephen Dyer (2018)
Charles McClure (2018) Ed Russell (2018)
Mike Boyd (2019) Jim Avery (2020)
John Dunsmore (2019) Derrick Smits (2020)
Ken Moody (2020)
John Norkus (2020)

Officer Nominations
Officer nominations for Elder and Deacon will be accepted throughout the month of August. Please prayerfully consider who God may want you to nominate and complete the forms in the bulletin (additional forms are on the Welcome Table). You may drop your nomination form(s) in the offering plate or give it/them to an active Elder. A third option is to complete an online form by visiting www.christchruchpres.org.
Those Currently Serving with Scheduled Roll-Off Year
Elders Deacons
John Clark (2018) Wade Caldwell (2018)
Glynn Dyer (2018) Stephen Dyer (2018)
Charles McClure (2018) Ed Russell (2018)
Mike Boyd (2019) Jim Avery (2020)
John Dunsmore (2019) Derrick Smits (2020)
Ken Moody (2020)
John Norkus (2020)

WOCC Luncheon — The WOCC will be hosting a luncheon for all the women of Christ Church honoring our new members on Saturday, March 2, at 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. All ladies, except new members, are asked to bring a dish according the breakdown below. Beverages and desserts will be provided. Please RSVP using the insert in today’s bulletin or by visiting christchurchpres.org to complete an online registration by Wednesday, February 27.
Please bring the following according to your last name:
A—H: Soup or Chili I—P: Salad (of any kind) Q—Z: Sandwiches

No Evening Service
It is our prayer that you will enjoy this evening celebrating the Christmas season with your family and loved ones. We look forward to seeing you Tuesday evening for the Christmas Eve Candlelight service at 5:00 p.m.

The flowers this morning are given to the Glory of God and in honor of Pastor Robbie by Tammy Hendrick, the kids and grandkids in celebration
of God’s mercy and goodness. We thank Him and praise Him as we mark ten years of the life He spared by His Grace.

Art on Southern Pines Craft Fair at Christ Church
Saturday, May 15, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Free Entrance

The Sermon Outline
The Freedom of Private Ownership (4:36; 5:4)
The Foundation of Decision Making (v. 3)
A.) Satan/Demonic (Eph. 6)
B.) Sinful Nature (Gal. 5:16-26)
C.) God and His Word (James 4:7; Ps. 119:11)
III. The Filthiness of Sin (v. 4)

Ordination Commission
Teaching Elders Ruling Elders
Rev. Robert Hendrick Mr. Glynn Dyer
Rev. Charlie Stakely Mr. William Hatcher
Rev. Dave Vosseller Mrs. Mel Jewett

Remember to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed this Saturday, November 2.

Welcome Back Dr. Howard Eyrich
Please join us in welcoming back Dr. Howard Eyrich as our pulpit guest again today. Dr. Eyrich earned his D.Min. from Western Theological Seminary, his Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and his B.D. from Faith Theological Seminary. Additionally, Dr. Eyrich has also received an ABD Ph.D. in Psychology from California Coast University, along with a Certificate of Gerontology from the University of Georgia. Dr. Eyrich’s recent career experience includes being Pastor of Counseling Ministries at Briarwood Presbyterian Church; Director of the Doctor of Ministry, Biblical Counseling Department at Birmingham Theological Seminary; and President of Birmingham Theological Seminary. In addition to many years of public service, Dr. Eyrich has authored twelve books and writes a blog at www.Howardeyrich.com. Dr. Eyrich is married to Pamela Jayne Clark Eyrich and they have two children (one of whom is Tammy Hendrick), eight grandchildren, and two great grand children.

• The New Testament Lesson 1 Cor. 12:12-27 (page 959)
The Response
Pastor: This is the Word of God. People: Thanks be to Thee, O God.

(On the final verse, children in K4 through Grade 3 may exit for the Children’s Church)

Mark Your Calendars...
Fall Festival — November 1
Women of Christ Church — Fall Retreat on November 4
Birthday Drop-in at the Hendrick Home — November 4 at 6:30 p.m.
September, October, November & December birthdays are invited.
Congregational Meeting & Fellowship Luncheon — November 12

Christian Sympathy
Christian sympathy is extended to Dan Campbell in the home-going of his mother on Sunday, June 12. Please pray for peace and comfort for the family.
I am the resurrection and the life. — John 11:25

Christ Church’s Online Giving Option — Please visit myccp.faith and click the “Give” button located on the top, right side of the Home page. Follow the simple instructions.

The word “advent” means “coming.” At Christ Church we observe Advent as a reminder that we live between the times: after Christ’s first coming as the Child of Bethlehem, and looking forward to His second coming as the King of Glory. The first purple candle signifies the hope of the coming Messiah seen in the prophecies of the Old Testament. “Hear now, O house of David! ...the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:13–14).

How Far Is It to Bethlehem arr. Mack Wilberg
How far is it to Bethlehem? Not very far.
Shall we find the stable room lit by a star?
Can we see the little child, is He within?
If we lift the wooden latch, may we go in?
May we stroke the creatures there, ox, ass or sheep?
May we peep like them and see Jesus asleep?
If we touch His tiny hand will He awake?
Will He know we’ve come so far just for His sake?
Great kings have precious gifts, and we have naught,
Little smiles and little tears are all we brought.
For all weary children Mary must weep,
Here, on the bed of straw, sleep, children, sleep.
God in His mother’s arms; babes in the byre,
Sleep, as they sleep who find their heart’s desire.

The Sacrament of Baptism Benjamin Davis Mellick
(Drs. Davis & Rachel Mellick)

Sanctuary Flowers — If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor or in memory of a loved one, please visit the Welcome Table in the narthex and sign up on the Flower Calendar form. Close to the date of your flowers, Yvonne Clark will contact you regarding the arrangement and Donna Sherman will contact you for the wording that will be presented in the bulletin.
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Ladies’ Movie Night — All women of the church are invited to attend this event on Friday, June 24th at 7 p.m. We will enjoy food and fellowship, and watch the classic film “Roman Holiday”. Please contact Faye Robeson for details and to RSVP at 706-825-5420.

Sanctuary Flowers — If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor or in memory of a loved one, please visit the Welcome Table in the narthex and sign up on the Flower Calendar form. Close to the date, Yvonne Clark will contact you regarding the arrangement and Donna Sherman will contact you for the wording.

Barrett Daniel Campbell.

Barrett was born on Wednesday, May 17, and weighed 8 lb. 9 oz., and was 21 inches long.