CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP
Peachtree is a community of Jesus followers inviting people to follow God in heart, mind, and strength.
ASSEMBLE IN GOD’S NAME Prelude
Congregational Introit* Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation Prayer of Adoration*
Congregational Response* Go to the World! Life of the Congregation** Anthem God of This City Chris Tomlin Jonathan Hart, soloist
GIVE PRAISE TO GOD Hymn of Praise** All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name #132 Lighting of Candles Placing the Bible Prayer of Confession Gracious and loving God, our first steps in the life of faith were like the joy of a child learning to run. Each day was a new discovery. Every moment held opportunity to be in your presence and to know you better. We acknowledge that the zeal and joy of that first love is easily lost. The passing of time erodes our delight in your words. The hard circumstances of life dull our confidence in your power. We have sacrificed genuine devotion on the altar of religious activity. Forgive us, and restore to us the love that first drew us to you and empowered our living. We come to you now with repentant hearts, seeking your mercy as we offer our silent prayers of confession… Assurance of God’s Forgiveness
Pastoral Prayer & 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.
LISTEN TO GOD’S WORD
SUCCESS AND THE CITY Revelation 2:1–7 (Pew Bible 1914) Vic Pentz 8:45, 10:00 Mark Crumpler 11:15
GO IN GOD’S NAME
Hymn of Response* How Great Thou Art Not in hymnal Invitation and Benediction* Postlude
Offering Our Gifts Look at the World John Rutter Praise to Thee, O Lord, for all creation, Give us thankful hearts, that we may see: All the gifts we share, and every blessing All things come of Thee. Doxology* Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #544
The beautiful flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in Loving Memory of: Linda Borchers by the Borchers’ family
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Those who are able, please stand. Ushers will seat latecomers at this time.
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If your young child needs attention during worship, live broadcasts of the service are available in the Williams Center and the Family Room off of the Williams Center.
LEADING WORSHIP
MILESTONES
8:45
BIRTHS
Pastor for Pastoral Care Mary Hoffman Director of Music
HOSPITALS
Vic Pentz Senior Pastor Marnie Crumpler Executive Pastor Vicki Harrington Franch
10:00
Vic Pentz Senior Pastor Jay Madden Pastor for Mission Mark Crumpler Pastor for Teaching & Spiritual Formation Mary Hoffman Director of Music 11:15
Mark Crumpler Pastor for Teaching & Spiritual Formation Jay Madden Pastor for Mission
Vicki Harrington Franch
Pastor for Pastoral Care Mary Hoffman Director of Music
LIGHTING THE CANDLES Cater Lawson, George Wray 8:45
PLACING THE BIBLE June Adkinson 8:45 Kathy Anderson 10:00 Vic Bell 11:15
Collins Alexandra Vreeland 8/12 Meredith & Jeff Vreeland
Fred Cox Home Hospice Care Margie Glover Home Hospice Care June Mindrup Lenbrook Nursing Unit—Hospice Care Betty Morris Dogwood Assisted Living Hospice Care Ned Stiemke St. Joseph
MEMBER DEATHS Shelby Boles 8/18
FAMILY MEMBER DEATHS Marilyn Cooper 8/3 Sister of Catherine Lorraine Cooper Kenneth Horton 8/10 Father of Dave Horton Beth Hughes 8/17 Mother of Gwen Hughes
Have you every wondered how many of your neighbors are Peachtree members? Join us for a picnic at a park near you on Sunday, August 30, from 5–7 pm, and meet fellow Peachtree people and friends in your community. The agenda is simple: Enjoy a picnic and new relationships! peachtree-church.org/reddot
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The author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy, returns September 16 at 7:00 pm for another inspirational evening based on his new book, Seven Women. peachtree-church.org/metaxasreturns
Are you operating a bit too close to the edge? Financial Peace University teaches a better way to handle your money. Next class starts September 23. peachtree-church.org/fpu
Find genuine community and a place to grow spiritually. Join a group for a six-week journey on prayer, based on the fall sermon series, beginning September 13. peachtree-church.org/communitygroups
Go “all in” at Peachtree and become a small group or confirmation Student Ministries leader this year. Contact Joe Ryan for more information. jryan@peachtreepres.org
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