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The Lord’s Day ~ November 1, 2020
The Preparation for Worship
“I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.” (Psalm 34:1)
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Welcome and Announcements
The Adoration of God
Call to Worship – Psalm 2:10-12
*Psalm of Praise – Psalm 149, #206 ARP Psalter
Speaker: What shall I render to the LORD for all His benefits toward me?
All: I will take up the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the LORD. (Ps. 116:12-13)
*The Invocation and 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 Hymn of Exaltation – Hymn 710
(God of Our Fathers)
The Apostles' Creed – p. 845
*The Response of Praise (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, amen.
The Confession of Sin
The Ten Commandments
Minister: God spoke all these words, saying, I am the Lord thy God, which hath brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.
All:
Thou shalt have no other gods before Me.
Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image.
Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.
Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.
Honor thy father and thy mother.
Thou shalt not murder.
Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Thou shalt not steal.
Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.
Thou shalt not covet.
Minister: Hear also the words of our Lord Jesus, how He saith:
All: Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it: Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.
The Prayer of Confession (a moment of silent confession)
All: Have mercy upon me, O God, according to Thy lovingkindness; according to the multitude of Thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgressions and my sin is ever before me. Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from Thy presence and take not Thy Holy Spirit from me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
The Assurance of Pardon – Isaiah 1:18 “Come now, and let us reason together,” says the LORD, “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool."
*The Hymn of Gratitude – Hymn 691
(It Is Well with My Soul)
The Means of Grace
The Pastoral Prayer
The Worship of Giving
*The 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.
*The Prayer of Dedication
The Scripture – Romans 13:1-7
The Sermon – Government: Blessing or Curse?
The Service of Communion (see guidelines)
Prayer of Consecration
Distribution of the Elements
Prayer of Thanksgiving
The Response and Blessing
*The Hymn of Consecration – Hymn 713, vv. 1-4
(Great King of Nations, Hear Our Prayer)
*The Benediction
*Congregation Standing
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Announcements
We welcome all who are visiting with us today. The Pastor and elders are available to speak with you about salvation or church membership.
Prayer Meeting will meet this week at church on Wednesday @ 7:00
At the end of this year, Steven Bane and Chris Rookstool will rotate off the diaconate. We need two men to replace them. If you are willing to serve, or know someone who might be willing to serve, please contact the pastor or one of the elders. Please be in prayer about this matter. Deacons serve for a term of 4 years.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 7th. We will have an outdoor FALL FELLOWSHIP at the Wright's place @ starting at 12 p.m.. Weather permitting, we will gather for lawn games, feasting, walking the path around the property, and singing praises to our wonderful Savior. Invite friends/family! There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board for food.
Sunday School classes at Unity will resume on Sunday, November 8 @ 10:00 a.m. The combined class will utilize video from Ligonier Ministries and the women's class will use the ARP Quarterly.
The Lord’s Day ~ November 1, 2020
The Preparation for Worship
“I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.” (Psalm 34:1)
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Welcome and Announcements
The Adoration of God
Call to Worship – Psalm 2:10-12
*Psalm of Praise – Psalm 149, #206 ARP Psalter
Speaker: What shall I render to the LORD for all His benefits toward me?
All: I will take up the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the LORD. (Ps. 116:12-13)
*The Invocation and 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 Hymn of Exaltation – Hymn 710
(God of Our Fathers)
The Apostles' Creed – p. 845
*The Response of Praise (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, amen.
The Confession of Sin
The Ten Commandments
Minister: God spoke all these words, saying, I am the Lord thy God, which hath brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.
All:
Thou shalt have no other gods before Me.
Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image.
Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.
Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.
Honor thy father and thy mother.
Thou shalt not murder.
Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Thou shalt not steal.
Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.
Thou shalt not covet.
Minister: Hear also the words of our Lord Jesus, how He saith:
All: Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it: Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.
The Prayer of Confession (a moment of silent confession)
All: Have mercy upon me, O God, according to Thy lovingkindness; according to the multitude of Thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgressions and my sin is ever before me. Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from Thy presence and take not Thy Holy Spirit from me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
The Assurance of Pardon – Isaiah 1:18 “Come now, and let us reason together,” says the LORD, “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool."
*The Hymn of Gratitude – Hymn 691
(It Is Well with My Soul)
The Means of Grace
The Pastoral Prayer
The Worship of Giving
*The 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.
*The Prayer of Dedication
The Scripture – Romans 13:1-7
The Sermon – Government: Blessing or Curse?
The Service of Communion (see guidelines)
Prayer of Consecration
Distribution of the Elements
Prayer of Thanksgiving
The Response and Blessing
*The Hymn of Consecration – Hymn 713, vv. 1-4
(Great King of Nations, Hear Our Prayer)
*The Benediction
*Congregation Standing
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Announcements
We welcome all who are visiting with us today. The Pastor and elders are available to speak with you about salvation or church membership.
Prayer Meeting will meet this week at church on Wednesday @ 7:00
At the end of this year, Steven Bane and Chris Rookstool will rotate off the diaconate. We need two men to replace them. If you are willing to serve, or know someone who might be willing to serve, please contact the pastor or one of the elders. Please be in prayer about this matter. Deacons serve for a term of 4 years.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 7th. We will have an outdoor FALL FELLOWSHIP at the Wright's place @ starting at 12 p.m.. Weather permitting, we will gather for lawn games, feasting, walking the path around the property, and singing praises to our wonderful Savior. Invite friends/family! There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board for food.
Sunday School classes at Unity will resume on Sunday, November 8 @ 10:00 a.m. The combined class will utilize video from Ligonier Ministries and the women's class will use the ARP Quarterly.
The ARP Church has published a Psalter in conjunction with Crown and Covenant Publications. Read here about the Preface and History of Psalm singing in the ARPC.
