Order for the Public Worship of God

Lead Pastor: Rev. Vernon Burrow 406-6385; Youth & Education Pastor: Rev. Brad Unland Minister of Music: Ben Spicer Jan. 15, 2012 2
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The Lords Prayer (in unison) 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, the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 10:00 a.m. *The Blessing and Benediction *Extinguishing the Candles (Taking the Light of Christ into the World) Acolytes *Parting Song Acolytes *Postlude Enter to Worship Leave to Serve Blest Be the Tie That Binds #286

Sunday after the Epiphany

The Prelude and Call to Worship Welcome and Announcements *Lighting of the Candles (Bringing in the Light of Christ) Special Time with the Children (At the beginning of the medley, children ages 412 may go with Pastor Brad to New Hope Kidz Childrens Church) *The Praise Medley There Is a Redeemer (Hymnal page 206) Behold the Lamb (Hymnal page 179) How Great Is Our God (Not in Hymnal) He Is Lord (Hymnal page 105) *The Prayer of Adoration *The Profession of Faith (in unison) *Gloria Patri *Hymn Reading from the Psalm Footsteps of Jesus Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 The Apostles Creed #716 #623 #470 John Crowder III, reader

*Where this mark appears, all who are able please stand to honor God. (Feel free to
stand or keep seated according to your own comfort needs.)

Members in Ministry
Today: Robert Haynes Rick White Joyce Burrow, Anna King, Michael King, Kelly Brown Lisa Thompson Next Sunday: Lock-Up: Rick White Media: Ron Hensley Ushers: Bill Brown, Jr., Rick White, Clayton Fisher, Russ Winkler Nursery: Amanda Shoemake Lock-Up: Media: Ushers: Nursery:

Offertory Sentence remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: It is more blessed to give than to receive. Acts 20:35 (NIV) The Giving of Our Tithes and Offerings Offertory *Doxology Special Music The Old Testament Lesson I Samuel 3:1-10, 11-20 Minister: This is the Word of God for the People of God. People: Thanks be to God! The Message *Invitational Hymn The Prayers of the People The Shaping of a Man of God I Surrender All Pastor Burrow #366 Invitation to Christian Discipleship and Church Membership #625 Ben Spicer and Rebecca Butler

Lectionary
Jan. 15, 2012 - Second Sunday after the Epiphany (green) 1 Samuel 3:1-10 (11-20); Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18; 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; John 1:43-51.

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Our Prayer Requests

Calling

please call 449-7020 or email the church at nwhpchrch0@gmail.com)

-Connie Hill (Rachael Greers sister) -Kathy Miller (Mary Lous sister) -Lucy Butler (Charlies mother) -Donna Brumbach (chemo/cancer) -Claude Thompson (hip replacement) -Kenny Thomas (Connie Spears nephew has cancer) -Wayne Horton -Leigh Snyder (DJs friend) -Venelee Smith (homebound) -Dora Crawford (homebound) -Vivian Smrtic (out-of-state member) -Donnie Bentley -Jerry Etheridge (on kidney transplant waiting list) -Thelma Osterhoss (Gene Dykes mother)

-Lisa Bartlett (Scott and Brians mother) -Betty Lustig -Nick Solomon (friend of Evelyns daughter, deploying to Afghanistan) -Ruth Stultz (Evelyns sister) -Pauline Horton -Joseph & Lisa Garcia -Jeweldine McPeak (Connie Greers cousin has cancer) -Helen Moss (Rachel Greers mother) -Mike Luipersbeck -Lynn Shrum (Danas mother) -Michael Lane (needs kidney AND heart transplant) -Deborah Lynn Scott -Jeff Granstaff -Gary King

Thought for the Week

Samuel, Samuel!

ack in the eleventh century, King Henry III of Bavaria grew tired of court life and the pressures of being a monarch. So he made application to a head abbot at a local monastery, asking to be accepted as a member and spend the rest of his life in the monastery. "Your Majesty," said the abbot, "do you understand that the pledge here is one of obedience? That will be hard because you have been a king." "I understand," said Henry. "The rest of my life I will be obedient to you, as Christ leads you." "Then I will tell you what to do," said the abbot. "Go back to your throne and serve faithfully in the place where God has put you." When King Henry died, a statement was written: "The King learned to rule by being obedient." When we tire of our roles and responsibilities, it helps to remember God has planted us in a certain place and told us to be a good accountant or teacher or mother or father. Christ expects us to be faithful where he puts us, and when he returns, we'll rule together with him.

of a Man of God

The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous person availeth much. - James 5:16 (For additions to or deletions from this list, or to place information in this bulletin,

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Welcome to Worship
elcome to New Hope Church, a place for new beginnings! 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 (foyer) and adjacent to the entrance lobby in the Fellowship Hall/Gym. Please remember to sign the attendance folder at your pew so we will have a record of your visit with us today. Thank you for remembering to silence your cell phone during the service. 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.

Brad preached a wonderful sermon especially geared to youth. Invite other youth to come. We will open the doors to start coming at 5pm to hang out, play games, and talk. New Small Groups Starting February 5. Our adults will begin a 3month journey building relationships, learning God's word, and laughing together. We are asking all of our adults to choose one of 3 small groups that will begin the week of February 5th and run through the end of April. Our small groups will run Spring and Fall semesters. The spring semester small groups will focus on Discipleship, Family, or Leadership. Come and get involved in our new 2012 programs at New Hope! New Hope Choir Led by Ben, the New Hope choir is more than just a choir. It is a small group that meets on Sunday evenings to, yes, practice some songs, but also to fellowship, express concerns, reflect on a devotional together and pray for one another. Those in the choir are blessed to be in it together. Join the choir and find out why! They meet every Sunday evening at 6:00.

New Hope +1 Program!

1. Invest and Invite. By each person or each family investing in one other person or family who have no church, and inviting them to this community of love we call New Hope. 2. Invest and Do. By taking on one new ministry, and/or getting involved with others in a ministry group or small group for study, prayer, and sharing. 3. Invest and Give. By giving one percent more of your income in 2012 than you did in 2011. We have embarked on new ministries by faith alone that they will be properly funded. Remember that giving is not primarily a gift; it is an investment because we see the future of New Hope is so bright and the opportunities are so great.

Ministries/Activities within Our Church

Contributions to our Christmas offering are due today. Part of this offering will go to support an upcoming mission trip for church members. Ushers needed Eld. Bill Brown is the head of New Hopes Usher Ministry and needs a few more volunteers to help him out. This is a very important job because the ushers are the face of New Hope for visitors on Sunday mornings. Bill will give you thorough instructions and training for this position which would only require one Sunday a month. Childrens Worship! This is a high energy, high volume children's program that allows kids to have fun and learn morals and values from the Bible that will last them a lifetime. This program will take place every Sunday during the 10am adult worship time. We will call this class "New Hope Kidz! Youth Worship on Wednesday Nights @ 6:00. A total of eleven youth grades 7-12 attended Wednesday night worship last Wednesday night. That is a good start, and it will grow. The youth participated in the leadership. The worship music was attractive to young people.

Mark Your Calendars

Jan. 17 6:00 Small Group Leaders meeting Jan. 27 Youth outing, train trip to Nashville and back (time TBA) th Jan. 29 (5 Sunday) Chili supper at 5:00 PM, Music Program and Sing-ALong 6:00 PM Feb. 5 Communion Sunday Feb. 12 Men will treat women and children to a Valentines dinner (time TBA) Feb. 22 Ash Wednesday service evening (time TBA)

Those facing life transitions Those separated or divorced Those with disabilities and their families Is life more than you can handle alone right now? Is your health, your attitude, or your relationships suffering? Are you adjusting to a new job, change in marital status, a serious illness, the death of a loved one, or a recent move? Would you like to have someone in your life that really cares? The vision of Stephen Ministry at New Hope Church is to equip members of the congregation to use their spiritual gifts in order to share the love of Christ by confidentially responding to peoples needs for care. Stephen Ministry is a caring ministry providing trained, confidential, one-toone Christian care for people facing difficulty. Stephen Ministry is named after Stephen, the first deacon in the early church, commissioned by the apostles. The care is man-to-man or woman-to-woman and connects with people over 18 years old. Stephen Ministers are committed Christians who: Express Gods love through their lives to others; Receive 50 hours of initial training in important caring ministry skills and concepts; Have developed his/her gifts in order to extend a supporting hand; Visit another person regularly and dependably and offer Christian support and care; Are committed to preserving the confidential nature of the caring relationship; Receive continuing education and skill building throughout their years of service; Stephen Ministers are not: Counselors or therapists Problem-solvers Individuals who run errands or help with chores Casual visitors Stephen Ministry meets the needs of people. There are times when each of us needs the care of another person, a Christian friend, a Stephen Minister! The needs include, but are not limited to: Those hospitalized Those grieving a death or serious loss Those with a job crisis Everyone goes through difficult times. Having someone to care, to listen, and to share God's love can help you get through the confusion, stress, or loneliness that you may be experiencing. WHAT ARE THE NEEDS WITH WHICH STEPHEN MINISTRY CAN HELP? Illness Family frustrations and challenges Loneliness Chronic illness Families of the chronically ill Loss of a loved one Separation or divorce Being shut-in Having a newborn A low self-esteem Terminal illness Loss of a job Financial setbacks Struggling with faith in God Aging Facing life changes Retirement Miscarriage and Infertility

HOW CAN I REFER SOMEONE TO STEPHEN MINISTRY? 1. Identify someone who is hurting and in need of Christian care (you, a friend, or a relative). 2. You, a friend, a relative, or a pastor contacts Stephen Ministry about this need. 3. A Referral Coordinator will meet with this person to talk about Stephen Ministry. 4. With their permission, the Referral Coordinator will assign a Stephen Minister to meet on a regular basis with the care receiver. 5. The Stephen Minister provides distinctively Christian and strictly confidential care. Stephen Ministers are Caregivers ... God is the CUREGIVER!

If you are interested in providing or 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.