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Serving in Worship Preaching Pastor: Pastor Mark McIlraith Assisng: Pastor Lillian Pak (9:30), Pastor Robin Garvin (11 AM) Musicians: Sanctuary Choir, directed by Wendy Bamonte; Jeff Wood, piano, organ. Proclaim God’s Word Prayer of Illuminaon Scripture Reading Exodus 2:15b-22 15 When Pharaoh heard of it, he sought to kill Moses. But Moses fled from Pharaoh. He seled in the land of Midian, and sat down by a well. 16 The priest of Midian had seven daughters. They came to draw water, and filled the troughs to water their father’s flock. 17 But some shepherds came and drove them away. Moses got up and came to their defense and watered their flock. 18 When they returned to their father Reuel, he said, “How is it that you have come back so soon today?” 19 They said, “An Egypan helped us against the shepherds; he even drew water for us and watered the flock.” 20 He said to his daughters, “Where is he? Why did you leave the man? Invite him to break bread.” 21 Moses agreed to stay with the man, and he gave Moses his daughter Zipporah in marriage. 22 She bore a son, and he named him Gershom; for he said, “I have been an alien residing in a foreign land.” Sermon Finding Home Pastor Mark McIlraith Give Thanks to God Prayer of God’s People & The Lord’s Prayer The Offering *Doxology 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. *Prayer of Dedicaon Offertory I Thank My God I thank my God when I remember you. In all my prayers I pray with joy, For your partnership in sharing the Good News. For I am sure that he who began a good work in you, Will carry it on to compleon unl the day of Christ. This is my prayer; that your love may overflow, And you will grow in knowledge and depth of understanding. For I am sure that he who began a good work in you will carry it on, That you may see what is best, And be pure and blameless for the day of Christ. Amen. Text from Phillipians 1:3-6, 9-10. By J. Aaron McDermid ©2016 Birnamwood CCLI # 207039 *Hymn 306 Blest Be the Tie That Binds Go In God’s Name *Benedicon Postlude Toccata in Seven by John Ruer Please join us in Fellowship Hall aſter the service for coffee and conversaon. Today’s Worship Service Draw Near to God * = please stand as you are able Prelude O Trinity, O Blessed Light by Robert Buckley Farlee The Church Alive *Call to Worship One: Praise God in his sanctuary. All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia! One: Praise God in his mighty firmament. All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia! One: Praise God for his mighty deeds. All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia! One: Praise God for his surpassing greatness. All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia! AMEN! *Hymn 33 Praise the Lord! God’s Glories Show *Prayer of Adoraon Anthem Angels Visit When We Sing Alleluia! Angels visit when we sing, and the morning stars rejoice, We can hear them echoing in each faithful heart and voice: Alleluia! Angels visit when we sing, as they did at Jesus’ birth, And the music that they bring links the heavens with the earth! Alleluia! Angels visit when we sing and remind us with their praise, Sin and death have lost their sng! For the crucified is raised! Alleluia! Angels visit when we sing and our hearts are touched by fire, As our hymns and anthems ring with the sound of heaven’s choir: Alleluia! By Thomas Troeger, music by Tom Trenney ©2002 Oxford University Press CCLI #207039 Prayer of Confession Gracious God, As we raise our voices in praise to you, you draw us together in your love. Yet far too oſten we forget to praise you. We oſten silence our voices due to distracon or guilt or pride, and in doing so turn from your love. Please forgive us for turning away. Pardon us for the pain we cause by defending our pride or blaming others for our failures. We need our lives to be set right. We need your grace and healing. In your mercy, soſten our hardened hearts and draw us back to you. (Silence for Personal Confession) *Assurance of Pardon Response O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing O for a thousand tongues to sing my dear Redeemer’s praise, The glories of my God and King, the triumphs of God’s grace! *Passing of the Peace One: The peace of Christ be with you. All: And also with you. *Hymn 305 Come Sing, O Church in Joy! LGPCPrays Prayer is the primary work of God’s people. It is a vital connecon to God where we can hear from, listen to, and respond to the Lord. Here are some ways you can pray this week... PrayerRequests Strength: Dick Zahler, Melinda Gordon Healing: Ruth Cordon, Nancy Clayton, Bruce Hesselman, Irene Tegeler, Herb Koss MissionPartners Senegal: Pray for our Senegal GoTeam, Graig Flach, Dave & Julie Strong, and LuAnn Yocky, who are meeng with long-me ministry partners in Senegal Feb 11-22. Pray for safe travels and for the encouragement they can give on our behalf while they are in country. Portland Rescue Mission: Pray for the work of the Portland Rescue Mission as they share the gospel message to those they serve helping people to regain health, dignity, and self-sufficiency right here in the Portland Metro area. PrayerInformaon To submit a prayer request, write it on a Prayer Card and drop it in the box in the Narthex, call the church office at 503-636-5656, email [email protected], or submit online at lakegrovepres.org. Prayer hour... Meet in the Courtyard Room for an hour of prayer on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM, or Sundays in Pastor Mark’s office at 8 AM.
Transcript of Today’s Worship Service Serving in Worship I Prayer of...
Serving in WorshipPreaching Pastor: Pastor Mark McIlraithAssisting: Pastor Lillian Pak (9:30), Pastor Robin Garvin (11 AM)Musicians: Sanctuary Choir, directed by Wendy Bamonte; Jeff Wood, piano, organ.
Proclaim God’s Word
Prayer of Illumination
Scripture Reading Exodus 2:15b-22 15 When Pharaoh heard of it, he sought to kill Moses. But Moses fled from Pharaoh. He settled in the land of Midian, and sat down by a well. 16 The priest of Midian had seven daughters. They came to draw water, and filled the troughs to water their father’s flock. 17 But some shepherds came and drove them away. Moses got up and came to their defense and watered their flock. 18 When they returned to their father Reuel, he said, “How is it that you have come back so soon today?” 19 They said, “An Egyptian helped us against the shepherds; he even drew water for us and watered the flock.” 20 He said to his daughters, “Where is he? Why did you leave the man? Invite him to break bread.” 21 Moses agreed to stay with the man, and he gave Moses his daughter Zipporah in marriage. 22 She bore a son, and he named him Gershom; for he said, “I have been an alien residing in a foreign land.”
Sermon Finding Home Pastor Mark McIlraith
Give Thanks to God
Prayer of God’s People & The Lord’s Prayer
The Offering
*DoxologyPraise 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.
*Prayer of Dedication
Offertory I Thank My GodI thank my God when I remember you.In all my prayers I pray with joy,For your partnership in sharing the Good News.For I am sure that he who began a good work in you,Will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ.This is my prayer; that your love may overflow,And you will grow in knowledge and depth of understanding.For I am sure that he who began a good work in you will carry it on,That you may see what is best,And be pure and blameless for the day of Christ.Amen.Text from Phillipians 1:3-6, 9-10. By J. Aaron McDermid ©2016 Birnamwood CCLI # 207039
*Hymn 306 Blest Be the Tie That Binds
Go In God’s Name
*Benediction
Postlude Toccata in Seven by John Rutter
Please join us in Fellowship Hall after the service for coffee and conversation.
Today’s Worship ServiceDraw Near to God
* = please stand as you are able
Prelude O Trinity, O Blessed Light by Robert Buckley Farlee
The Church Alive
*Call to WorshipOne: Praise God in his sanctuary. All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia!One: Praise God in his mighty firmament. All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia!One: Praise God for his mighty deeds.All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia!One: Praise God for his surpassing greatness.All: Praise the Lord – Alleluia! AMEN!
*Hymn 33 Praise the Lord! God’s Glories Show
*Prayer of Adoration
Anthem Angels Visit When We SingAlleluia! Angels visit when we sing, and the morning stars rejoice,We can hear them echoing in each faithful heart and voice:Alleluia!Angels visit when we sing, as they did at Jesus’ birth,And the music that they bring links the heavens with the earth!Alleluia!Angels visit when we sing and remind us with their praise,Sin and death have lost their sting! For the crucified is raised!Alleluia!Angels visit when we sing and our hearts are touched by fire,As our hymns and anthems ring with the sound of heaven’s choir:Alleluia!By Thomas Troeger, music by Tom Trenney ©2002 Oxford University Press CCLI #207039
Prayer of ConfessionGracious God,As we raise our voices in praise to you, you draw us together in your love. Yet far too often we forget to praise you. We often silence our voices due to distraction or guilt or pride, and in doing so turn from your love.Please forgive us for turning away. Pardon us for the pain we cause by defending our pride or blaming others for our failures. We need our lives to be set right. We need your grace and healing. In your mercy, soften our hardened hearts and draw us back to you.(Silence for Personal Confession)
*Assurance of PardonResponse O For A Thousand Tongues To SingO for a thousand tongues to sing my dear Redeemer’s praise,The glories of my God and King, the triumphs of God’s grace!
*Passing of the PeaceOne: The peace of Christ be with you.All: And also with you.
*Hymn 305 Come Sing, O Church in Joy!
LGPCPraysPrayer is the primary work of God’s people. It is a vital connection to God where we can hear from, listen to, and respond to the Lord. Here are some ways you can pray this week...PrayerRequestsStrength: Dick Zahler, Melinda GordonHealing: Ruth Cordon, Nancy Clayton, Bruce Hesselman, Irene Tegeler, Herb KossMissionPartnersSenegal: Pray for our Senegal GoTeam, Graig Flach, Dave & Julie Strong, and LuAnn Yocky, who are meeting with long-time ministry partners in Senegal Feb 11-22. Pray for safe travels and for the encouragement they can give on our behalf while they are in country. Portland Rescue Mission: Pray for the work of the Portland Rescue Mission as they share the gospel message to those they serve helping people to regain health, dignity, and self-sufficiency right here in the Portland Metro area.PrayerInformationTo submit a prayer request, write it on a Prayer Card and drop it in the box in the Narthex, call the church office at 503-636-5656, email [email protected], or submit online at lakegrovepres.org.Prayer hour... Meet in the Courtyard Room for an hour of prayer on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM, or Sundays in Pastor Mark’s office at 8 AM.
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LGPCServesMIDDLE SCHOOL RISE AND SHINE - February 17 from 6 to 9 AM. Calling all Middle Schoolers! Join us this morning as we serve breakfast at Portland Rescue Mission. Drop-off & pick-up at LGPC. Contact Kathleen with questions at [email protected] DRIVE - February 27, 1:30 to 6:30 PM. Fellowship Hall. To schedule an appointment, call 503-866-2023.
LGPCGivesCheerful and sacrificial giving is one way we respond to God in Worship.JANUARY GIVING………........................$420,000 (Goal)………..........................$459,150 (Received)
This Week17February
Middle School Rise & Shine: Portland Rescue Mission – 6 to 9 AM. Help us serve breakfast and a smile to the homeless. Drop-off & pick-up at LGPC. Contact [email protected].
17February
FISH CO BIG TIME FUN – No school! Let’s hang out! Meet in the Youth Room from 9 AM to 3 PM for BIG games and a few surprises! Contact [email protected].
17February
Church Offices Closed – Church offices will be closed in observance of Presidents Day.
21February
45ers Sonic & Service – 5:30 to 8:30 PM. Fourth and fifth graders, we’ll gather at LGPC before heading to Sonic for dinner and then to Soles 4 Souls for a night of matching shoes. Matched pairs are sent to developing countries where women entrepreneurs sell them in micro enterprise businesses. Kids are encouraged to bring pairs of shoes in good condition to donate. $5 per student. RSVP to [email protected]. Wear your 45ers tshirt! Friends are always welcome!
22February
Mozart for Munchkins – 10 AM & 4 PM. Johann Sebastian Bach meets Baby Shark! We are partnering with New York-based education program, Mozart for Munchkins, to present two free concerts geared toward preschool-aged children and their families. Reserve your spot at bit.ly/mozart4munchkins, email [email protected], or call 503-636-5656 ext. 126.
Upcoming 23February
Agros/Nicaragua Report – 12:15 PM. Fellowship Hall. Thank you (Muchas Gracias) LGPC for your prayers and support on our recent visit to our Agros village in Nicaragua, La Bendición. We are excited to share some of our many stories of faith, hope and progress.
26February
Ash Wednesday – 7 PM. At the beginning of Lent, we will gather together to reflect on our great need for a Savior through scripture, prayer, the imposition of ashes, and special music. Join us as we begin our journey toward Easter morning.
27February
American Red Cross Blood Drive – 1:30 to 6:30 PM. Fellowship Hall. To schedule an appointment, call 503-866-2023.
29February
Love INC COPE Event – 9 to 11:30 AM. Fellowship Hall. This free 2.5 hour “Cost of Poverty Experience” will help us understand the complexities of poverty. Space is limited.RSVP to Sheri at [email protected] or 503-636-5656. Childcare available up to age 5 with an advance reservation, [email protected].
7March
Jubilee: TA-DA! – 6 to 8 PM. Fellowship Hall. Get your tickets now! You won’t want to miss this intriguing night of illusion and transformation as we raise funds for the High School Intergenerational Mission Trip. Our evening will feature dinner and Christian Illusionist & speaker, former Muslim and follower of Jesus, Zak Mirzadeh! Find out more and purchase tickets at tiny.cc/jubilee-tada.
8March
New Member Seminar – 12:30 to 4 PM. Courtyard Room. Interested in becoming a member at LGPC? RSVP by Wednesday, March 4 to [email protected]. A light lunch is provided. Childcare (ages 5 and under) is available with advanced notice by contacting [email protected].
