CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP
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ASSEMBLE IN GOD’S NAME Prelude
Congregational Introit* Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation Prayer of Adoration*
GIVE PRAISE TO GOD
Hymn of Praise** Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven #31 Lighting of Candles Placing the Bible Sacrament of Baptism See pages 4–6 Congregational Response Jesus Loves Me Life of the Congregation** Invitation to Prayer Lord, Here Am I John Ness Beck 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.
Offering Our Gifts My Jesus, I Love Thee arr. Paul Sjolund My Jesus, I love Thee, I know Thou art mine; For Thee all the follies of sin I resign; My gracious Redeemer, my Savior art Thou: If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, ’tis now.
Those who are able, please stand. Ushers will seat latecomers at this time.
Invitation and Benediction* Postlude Fanfare Jacques Lemmens
In mansions of glory and endless delight I’ll ever adore Thee in heaven so bright; I’ll sing with the glittering crown on my brow: If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, ’tis now. My gracious Redeemer, my Savior art Thou: If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, ’tis now. Doxology* Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #544
LISTEN TO GOD’S WORD
John 21:1–22 (Pew Bible 1687–1689) Vic Pentz 8:45, 10:00 Marnie Crumpler 11:15
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Hymn of Response* Grace Greater Than Our Sin #31
I love Thee because Thou hast first loved me, And purchased my pardon on Calvary’s tree; I love Thee for wearing the thorns on Thy brow: If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, ’tis now.
DO YOU LOVE ME?
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GO IN GOD’S NAME
The beautiful flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in Loving Honor of: Clare Cross Tucker who is being baptized today. They are lovingly given by her great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Whitman.
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
HOSPITALS
Vic Pentz Senior Pastor Chuck Roberts Pastor for Congregational Life Vicki Harrington Franch Pastor for Pastoral Care
TODAY IN WORSHIP
Shelby Boles North Fulton Hospital Fred Cox Home Hospice Care
10:00
Vic Pentz Senior Pastor Penny Hill
Margie Glover Home Hospice Care
Executive Presbyter, Greater Presbytery of Atlanta
Mark Crumpler Pastor for Teaching & Spiritual Formation
Vicki Harrington Franch Pastor for Pastoral Care
Wesley Jordan North Fulton Hospital Betty Morris Dogwood Assisted Living Hospice Care
11:15
Marnie Crumpler Executive Pastor Chuck Roberts Pastor for Congregational Life Mark Crumpler Pastor for Teaching & Spiritual Formation
FAMILY MEMBER DEATHS
Adele Cannizzaro 8/3 Mother of Phil Cannizzaro (Peachtree staff)
LEADING THE MUSIC
The Chancel Choir Mary Hoffman Director of Music Andy Bayles Assoc. Dir. of Worship & Music John H. Roark Associate Organist Benito Thompson Violin Nan Kemberling Cello Butch Sievers Percussion
Today at the 10:00 am service, we will pray for and commission Peachtree member, Fadlo Khuri, MD as he leaves Atlanta to become the president of American University of Beirut (AUB). Fadlo has been at Emory for 13 years and is currently the Goizueta Distinguished Chair for Cancer Research at Winshape Cancer Institute at Emory University School of Medicine. “Dr. Khuri is widely recognized as an international leader among clinical investigators and physicians in lung and aerodigestive medical oncology,” says Christian Larsen, MD, DPhil, Dean of Emory Medicine. “He has contributed greatly to Winship, to the Emory School of Medicine, and to Emory University thanks to his dedication to patients, his desire to beat this terrible disease, and his focus on innovative and collaborative science.”
LIGHTING THE CANDLES
Annabelle Lawson, Rachel Whitfield 8:45 Andrew Ellis, Hayden Shoup 10:00 Lily Sprain, Ella Hart 11:15
PLACING THE BIBLE Judy Bicknell 8:45 Michael Wren 10:00
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING The Session has called a congregational meeting for the purpose of electing the 2018 class of Elders and receiving the 2014 annual report on August 16 following the 10:00 am service.
Fadlo grew up in Beirut and has a long family connection to the American University of Beirut, which was founded in 1862 by Presbyterian missionaries. Fadlo’s father served as chair of the school’s Department of Physiology and dean of the AUB Medical School. We celebrate God’s call on Dr. Khuri and look forward to praying for him and hearing more about his new role.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM SANCTUARY 8:45
10:00
Charles Mayer (Chase) Batchelor Son | Born 1/27/15 Parents Heather & Brian Batchelor Grandparents Natalie & David Batchelor; Teresa & Keith Leslie
Owen Christopher Mayk Son | Born 10/8/14 Parents Tressa & Rich Mayk Grandparents Nancy & Charles Lauinger; Tina & Rich Mayk
And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God. —Philippians 1:9 –11
“I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him. So now I give him to the Lord. For his whole life he will be given over to the Lord.” And he worshiped the Lord there. —1 Samuel 1:27–28
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Catherine Ann Thompson Daughter | Born 4/26/15 Parents Elizabeth & Garrett Thompson Grandparents Betty & Bill Anderson; Trish & Gary Thompson Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. — Ephesians 5:1–2
Margaret Doris (Maggie) Olsen Daughter | Born 2/11/15 Parents Melissa & Robert Olsen Grandparents Dianne & Walter Gammell; Denise & John Olsen And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. —Colossians 3:17
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Charlotte Elizabeth Lindsay Daughter | Born 8/1/14 Parents Christine & Andrew Lindsay Siblings Olivia (3) Grandparents Carolyn & Ted Lindsay; Debora Lindsay; Diane Nycz; Wes Nycz You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. —Matthew 5:14–16
Carter Catherine Stromie Daughter | Born 9/8/14 Parents Traci & Steven Stromie Grandparents Deborah & Richard LaBarbera; Lori & Dennis Stromie But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. —Isaiah 40:31
11:15
James Harold Shepherd Son | Born 1/26/15 Parents Sarah & Jamie Shepherd Siblings Annie (3); Josephine (7 mos.); Virginia (7 mos.) Grandparents Claire Fordham; Mr. & Mrs. Danny Fordham; Cathy Shepherd; Mr. & Mrs. James H. Shepherd, Jr. Great Grandparents Mr. & Mrs. J. Harold Shepherd; Mrs. Eugene Philip Mangum Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! —Philippians 4:4
SUMMIT 11:15
8:45
Virginia Loyal Shepherd Daughter | Born 1/26/15 Parents Sarah & Jamie Shepherd Siblings Annie (3); Harold (7 mos.); Josephine (7 mos.) Grandparents Claire Fordham; Mr. & Mrs. Danny Fordham; Cathy Shepherd; Mr. & Mrs. James H. Shepherd, Jr. Great Grandparents Mr. & Mrs. J. Harold Shepherd; Mrs. Eugene Philip Mangum
Anders Wilhelm Christiansen Son | Born 3/16/15 Parents Mary Frances & Eric Christiansen Siblings Mary Jane (2) Grandparents Carolyn & Daniel Christiansen; Mary Ellen & John Snodgrass
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. —Proverbs 3:5–6
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. —Colossians 3:12
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Josephine Watson Shepherd Daughter | Born 1/26/15 Parents Sarah & Jamie Shepherd Siblings Annie (3); Harold (7 mos.); Virginia (7 mos.) Grandparents Claire Fordham; Mr. & Mrs. Danny Fordham; Cathy Shepherd; Mr. & Mrs. James H. Shepherd, Jr. Great Grandparents Mr. & Mrs. J. Harold Shepherd; Mrs. Eugene Philip Mangum I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be. —Psalm 139:14–16
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Clare Cross Tucker Daughter | Born 2/18/15 Parents Lauren & Scott Tucker Grandparents Patty & Bob Fryer; Millie & Dale Tucker Great Grandparents Gerry Fryer; Graddie Tucker; Dorothy & Vernon Whitman He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” —Psalm 91:1–2
Amelia Kathryn Fellows Daughter | Born 11/20/14 Parents Kathryn & Chris Fellows Siblings Henry (2) Grandparents Pam & Hank Fellows; Kaki & Robbie McCloud My daughter, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. —Proverbs 3:1– 4
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Ethan James Mohr Son | Born 12/16/14 Parents Kathleen & Eric Mohr Siblings Carson (3) Grandparents Aline & Jim Mohr; Cheryl & Walter Quinn “I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him. So now I give him to the Lord. For his whole life he will be given over to the Lord.” And he worshiped the Lord there. —1 Samuel 1:27–28
The author of multiple New York Times bestsellers, including Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy and the keynote speaker for the 2012 National Prayer Breakfast is coming back for another inspirational evening. Eric’s latest book, Seven Women, and its predecessor, Seven Men, offer inspiring examples of how followers of Jesus can live by the virtues of the gospel in our contemporary cultural context. Peachtree hosted an electric evening for Metaxas in 2013 and looks forward to the opportunity to again host this great “thinking Christian.” Don’t miss this special event! Register now for free at: peachtree-church.org/news/metaxas
TOURS OF PEACHTREE Tours of Peachtree will be given today following each worship service. Please meet in the Williams Center by the piano.
DID YOU KNOW… • Peachtree is a 444,000 square foot facility perched on over 15 acres of land? • The Gym at Peachtree hosts over 50 classes per week and 62 men’s basketball league teams? • The Ascension Window was crafted by Joseph V. Llorens? Llorens considered it his finest work.
As America has become more secular, the city can seem less welcoming than rural areas. But the truth is that Christianity is more at home in cities than in any other setting. Perhaps like no other time in Christian history, first-century New Testament life strategies for work and love and truth and sex have relevance and instructional power for us today. Christianity has always been an urban faith. Learn how to follow Jesus in one of the most dynamic cities in the world — Atlanta, 2015. Four week series begins next Sunday, August 16.
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