Fifth Sunday After the Epiphany
February 5, 2012
Welcome to Cityview Presbyterian Church
Community Life: After the Service
To Our Guests: Visiting a church can be an intimidating experience. We are glad that you are here, and we hope to remove as much of that awkwardness as we can from your visit to Cityview. Our worship service usually lasts about 75 minutes. This worship guide will help you navigate the service. There are short paragraphs on the next page to explain each part of the service. The service is designed to be accessible to you, whether you‘ve spent years in the church or you‘ve never been to a church service in your life. During the service, we will try to help you understand how the message of Jesus can apply to your life today. If you are new to Cityview or just visiting, we would love to know that you were here. We have clipboards next to each row: we call those our ―Connection Cards‖. Connection Cards are a way for you to let us know whatever information you might want us to know and to request any information from us that you might need. Pastor Dan Adamson
Each week, we linger for fellowship with one another. Please join us for refreshments in the cafeteria.
Community Groups In addition to weekly worship, we offer small groups (community groups, men‘s and women‘s bible studies, book studies) that meet throughout the week. We want all of our members and regular attenders to be intentional about building trusting and meaningful spiritual relationships. For a complete list of our small groups, please visit our website (www.cityviewchicago.org) or fill out one of our ―connection cards‖ for more information.
(dadamson@cityviewchicago.org) is available to answer questions, as well.
For Children: Children of all ages are welcome in the worship service. Nursery is provided during the service for children 2 years of age and younger.
Cover Image:
Cross and Sun Rays
Children ages three through 5th grade are given the choice of attending Sunday school classes beginning during the greeting portion of the service.
by Elizabeth Steele Halstead. Reprinted by permission from Visuals for Worship, ©2006, Faith Alive Christian Resources
If you have any questions about children‘s ministry at Cityivew, please contact Children‘s Ministry Coordinator Hilary Clark (hilary.r.clark@gmail.com).
All songs used by permission CCLI License #11041992 Scripture reprinted from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission.
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The Liturgy Preparing for Worship The goal of our time of gathering is to engage with God together, listening to him in his Word and speaking to him in prayer and song. Because we often enter this time tired, overwhelmed and distracted, we take a few moments at the beginning of our meeting to prepare to meet God in worship. Call to Worship We need to be ―called‖ to come and worship God because we default to thinking the world revolves around our needs and agendas, and also because we struggle to believe that God truly wants us to draw near to him. The call to worship focuses our attention on God and prepares us to meet him. Confession of Sin The Scriptures declare that each of us has failed in the way we act toward God and each other. We confess our sin to be honest and transparent about this reality and to admit our ongoing dependence on the mercy of God through Jesus. We confess as a community to show our unity even in our brokenness. Assurance of Grace We confess our sins not just to admit what is true, but also to be reminded again of the truth that Jesus came into this world to save sinners; and all of our sin has been forgiven through him. Every week, following our confession, we hear God speak to us in Scripture of this forgiveness so that our faith might be strengthened. Worship Through Giving Because money is so powerfully tied to our hearts, this is a valuable expression of worship as we acknowledge that everything we have comes from God and belongs to him. If you are visiting with us, we are just glad you are here- please do not feel obligated to give. The Sermon Some view the Sermon as a way to get principles for ―right‖ living. In reality, as we open the Scripture we corporately encounter Christ. Therefore, as you listen, pray to be open to the Spirit‘s leading, exhortation, encouragement, and healing. Communion Communion, also called the Lord‘s Supper or the Eucharist, is the family meal for Christians. We welcome all Christians - those who look to Christ alone for salvation, who are in good standing with His Church, and who seek strength to live more faithfully to their Savior - to join in this sacrament. The Benediction God always gets the last word in our encounter of worship. For Christians, it is always a word of blessing and sending to live our lives in the light of the reality of the Gospel of Christ.
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ORDER OF WORSHIP There was a great teacher, and gathered around him was a small group of faithful followers. They listened to his message and were transformed by it. But the message alienated the power structure of his time, which finally put him to death but did not succeed in eradicating his message, which is stronger now than ever. The description would apply equally to Jesus and Socrates. But nobody‘s ever build a cathedral in honor of Socrates. Socrates called on people to think straight, but with Jesus there‘s more than just ―teaching,‖ there‘s a transcendent dimension, beyond the here and now, as a source of hope and meaning. — Jaroslav Pelikan
God Calls Us
Call to Worship Leader:
The Lord Jesus who calls us to worship him today is the same Jesus who refused the temptation to worship the evil one. Rather than receive the glorious kingdoms of this world, he endured the shame of the cross, and today is Lord of lords and King of kings. Now are gathered in him all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, glory, and power.
All:
Thanks be to God!
Prayer of Adoration Leader:
All:
O most merciful Redeemer, friend, and brother, may we know you more clearly, love you more dearly, and follow you more nearly, day by day. Amen.
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Hymn of Praise
Fairest Lord Jesus
Words and Music: 17th Century German Hymn
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Hymn of Praise
For the Beauty of the Earth
Words: Folliott S. Pierpoint Music: Conrad Kocher
God Cleanses Us Call to Confession- from Matthew 11:28-29 Leader:
Jesus said, ―Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.‖
Prayer of Confession All:
Loving Lord Jesus Christ, who came to seek and to save the lost, who invites the weary and the overburdened to rest, and who heals the hurting: we confess that we have lost our way. Forgive our wayward and willful disobedience. Lead us back to you. Forgive us for every thought, word, or deed that has brought hurt to others, harmed ourselves, or dishonored your name. Heal the pain we have caused. Grace us with your Holy Spirit and lead us once again in the way that leads to life. Amen.
Silent Confession
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Hymn of Confession
Psalm 73
Words: Psalm 73 Music: Kevin Twit 7
Assurance of Grace - from Our World Belongs to God Leader: All: Leader: All: Leader:
Our world, broken and scarred, still belongs to God. He holds it together and gives us hope. With the whole creation we wait for the purifying fire of judgment. For then we will see the Lord face to face. God will be all in all, righteousness and peace will flourish, everything will be made new,
All:
And every eye will see at last that our world belongs to God! Hallelujah! Come, Lord Jesus.
Leader:
Brothers and Sisters, you have heard God‘s holy demands and have confessed your sins to him. Do you believe that Jesus Christ, by his perfect life, sacrificial death, and glorious resurrection has atoned for your sins and satisfied the wrath of God for you?
All:
We do.
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, the power and the glory, for ever and ever.
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Hymn of Assurance
Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
Words: James Montgomery Music: Vito Aiuto
Opportunities and Concerns
Passing of the Peace - from John 13:34 Leader:
Hear the teaching of Christ: ―A new command I give you, that you love one another as I have loved you.‖ The peace of Christ be with you all.
All:
And also with you!
Worship Through Giving
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God Speaks To Us Old Testament Reading- Psalm 110 1
The LORD says to my Lord: ―Sit at my right hand, until I make your enemies your footstool.‖ 2 The LORD sends forth from Zion your mighty scepter. Rule in the midst of your enemies! 3 Your people will offer themselves freely on the day of your power, in holy garments; from the womb of the morning, the dew of your youth will be yours. 4 The LORD has sworn and will not change his mind, ―You are a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek.‖ 5 The Lord is at your right hand; he will shatter kings on the day of his wrath. 6 He will execute judgment among the nations, filling them with corpses; he will shatter chiefs over the wide earth. 7 He will drink from the brook by the way; therefore he will lift up his head.
Sermon Text – Mark 12:35-40 35
And as Jesus taught in the temple, he said, ―How can the scribes say that the Christ is the son of David? 36 David himself, in the Holy Spirit, declared, ―‗The Lord said to my Lord, ―Sit at my right hand, until I put your enemies under your feet.‖‘ 37
David himself calls him Lord. So how is he his son?‖ And the great throng heard him gladly.
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And in his teaching he said, ―Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes and like greetings in the marketplaces 39 and have the best seats in the synagogues and the places of honor at feasts, 40 who devour widows' houses and for a pretense make long prayers. They will receive the greater condemnation.‖ Leader:
This is the word of the Lord.
All: Sermon
Thanks be to God! The Priorities of the Kingdom
Reverend Dan Adamson
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Sermon Challenging Accepted Ideas of the Messiah Reverend Dan Adamson
God Strengthens Us Leader:
Christian, what do you believe?
All:
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, the 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 sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there 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.
Confession of Faith – The Apostles‘ Creed Prayer of Thanksgiving and Consecration Leader:
The Lord be with you.
All: Leader:
And also with you. Lift up your hearts.
All: Leader:
We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
All:
It is right to give him thanks and praise.
Communion
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Prayers for Reflection Prayer for those searching for truth Lord Jesus, you claim to be the way, the truth, and the life. As I consider the reasons for doing so, grant that I might be undaunted by the cost of following you. If what you claim is true, please guide me, teach me, and open to me the reality of who you are. Give me an understanding of you that is coherent, convincing, and that leads to the life that you promise. Amen. Prayer of belief Lord Jesus, I admit that I am weaker and more sinful than I ever before believed, but through you I am more loved and accepted than I ever dared hope. I thank you for paying my debt, bearing my punishment on the cross, and offering forgiveness and new life. Knowing that you have been raised from the dead, I turn from my sins and receive you as Savior and Lord. Amen.
Prayer for those struggling with sin Lord Jesus, grant that I may see in you the fulfillment of all my need, and may turn from every false satisfaction to feed on you, the true and living bread. Enable me to lay aside the sin that clings so closely, and faithfully follow you in life. Amen.
Prayer of commitment Lord Jesus, you have called us to follow you in baptism and in a life of committed discipleship in your church. Grant that I may take the necessary steps to be one with your people, and live in the fullness of your Spirit. Amen.
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God Commissions Us Hymn of Benediction
To Christ, the Lord
Words: Samuel Stennet and Laura Taylor Music: Laura Taylor
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Benediction- 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24, Leader:
May God himself, the God who makes everything holy and whole, make you holy and whole, put you together—spirit, soul, and body— and keep you fit for the coming of our Master, Jesus Christ. The one who called you is completely dependable. If he said it, he‘ll do it! Amen!
All:
Dismissal Leader: All:
Let us go now to serve the world as those who love our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thanks be to God!
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Around Cityview
Serving This Week Sound/ Set-Up
Josh Koonce Michael and Shannen Chin Kylene Young Potluck Danny Kim Lynda Adamson
Greeters Bread Snacks Nursery Sunday School
Serving Next Week Sound/ Set-Up Greeters Bread Snacks Nursery Sunday School
Joel Avila Kylene Young, Malissa Mackey, Emily Adamson Hilary Clark Potluck Allyson Kwang
Budgeted Monthly Giving:
Actual YTD Giving:
Budgeted 2011 Giving YTD: Difference:
Baby Bundles for the Women’s Treatment Center- ‗ Each Sunday in February we'll be collecting items for babies at TWTC in the West Loop. Combs, nail clippers, nasal aspirators, wash clothes, baby powder, slow flow nipples, and baby wash are all needed for 0-6 month olds. Look for a big drop off box at church next week and donate to a family in need.
Super Bowl Party- Tonight at 5pm at the Adamsons‘. Bring a snack to share and drinks.
Family Movie Time- The Clarks are hosting the families of Cityvew for a movie and fellowship on Saturday, February 11. Talk to Hilary Clark for more details.
Cityview Membership Seminar- February 18 Considering making Cityview your church home? Come learn more about the vision, values and community of our church. The seminar consists of ONE session. Saturday 5 to 9 p.m. RSVP to Dan.
Worship Small Group- Beginning February 18th, the Youngs will host a new small group at their apartment in Logan Square. The small group will start off with a 6 week study on Music and Worship. The meet time is currently set for 9:30-11:30 am on Saturdays. Coffee and brunchy things will be provided.
Susan Young
Contacts
December 2011 Congregational Giving*
Actual Monthly Giving:
CITYVIEWCHICAGO.ORG $ 18,411 $ 12,160 Difference: $ 6,251 $ 143,785 $145,920 $ (2,135)
*In addition to congregational giving, 20% of our overall operating budget is currently comprised of financial support from other churches and individuals. Our
budgeted congregational giving represents 80% of the overall operating budget.
Dan Adamson, Pastor dadamson@cityviewchicago.org Jenny Avila, Administrative Coordinator jenny.n.avila@gmail.com Herb Bowsher, Financial Administrator bowsher@comcast.net Hilary Clark, Children‘s Ministry Coordinator hilary.r.clark@gmail.com Carolyn Koonce, Social Coordinator carolyn.groenewold@gmail.com Paul Leo, Service & Outreach Coordinator contactpaulleo@gmail.com Paul-David Young, Music Coordinator music@cityviewchicago.org 16