Acts 8:26-40
When God’s GPS Re-Routes You
SANCTUARY WORSHIP March 2, 2014 | 8:45, 10:00 and 11:15 AM Services | Global Commitment Sunday
ASSEMBLE IN GOD’S NAME Prelude Selections of Brazilian Music performed by Os Ossos *Congregational Introit Christ Is Made The Sure Foundation *Prayer of Adoration
GIVE PRAISE TO GOD **Hymn of Praise Jesus Shall Reign - #496 Lighting of the Candles Placement of the Bible Prayer of Confession Merciful God, day after day your spirit leads us along paths where the traffic is heavy with those who need you. Some live with concealed hurts and they need the compassion of Christ. Others are asking hard questions and they need a listening presence. We confess that we have not been eager to walk alongside those who are seeking you. Forgive us and keep us alert to your work around us. Prepare us to be used by you in this coming week as we continue our confession in silence . . Assurance of God’s Forgiveness *Congregational Response In Christ There is No East or West - #479 (verses 1 & 2) **Life of the Congregation Pastoral Prayer and 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.
Anthem Peace, Love, Now by Rev. Joao Faustini Peace, may the peace of Christ be with you all the days of your life. Love, may the love of God be with you all the days of your life. Now may the Holy Spirit comfort you all the days of your life. Jesus’ healing touch will strengthen you, God’s mighty voice will empower you, Pure Spirit light the way all the days of your life. Amen. *Congregational response All Creatures of Our God and King - #100 (verse 5)
LISTEN TO GOD’S WORD When God’s GPS Re-Routes You..........................Vic Pentz Acts 8:26-40.............................Pew Bible, pages 1705-1706 Offering Our Gifts Maior e Deus by Beth Carvalho Greater God, little Me What I got was God who gave me What I give is what I got: the God who gave me
GO IN GOD’S NAME *Hymn of Response Lift High the Cross *Invitation and Benediction *Postlude
LEADING THE WORSHIP
Vic Pentz, SENIOR PASTOR - 8:45 AM Marnie Crumpler, EXECUTIVE PASTOR Steve Huntley, PASTOR FOR GRAND ADULTS Vic Pentz, SENIOR PASTOR - 10:00 AM Chuck Roberts, PASTOR FOR CONGREGATIONAL LIFE Jay Madden, PASTOR FOR MISSION Vic Pentz, SENIOR PASTOR - 11:15 AM Mark Crumpler, PASTOR FOR TEACHING AND SPIRITUAL FORMATION Vicki Harrington Franch, PASTOR FOR PASTORAL CARE
*Those who are able, please stand. If your child needs attention during worship, live broadcasts of the service ** Ushers will seat latecomers at this time. are available in The Williams Center, and the Mothers and Infants Room off of the Williams Center.
LEADING THE MUSIC
The Chancel Choir Guest Musicians: Os Ossos Mary Hoffman, DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES Nicholas Bowden, PRINCIPAL ORGANIST
LIGHTING THE CANDLES - 8:45 & 10:00 Cater Lawson & George Wray Elizabeth Nicholson & Will Nicholson
PLACING THE BIBLES - 8:45, 10:00 & 11:15 Bill Gray Roy Dickson Andy Hamilton
SARAH RASALAM Peachtree Member serving in India
TODAY IN WORSHIP
We close our Woven series with a story of how God has threaded two passionate Peachtree members into the lives of people rescued from oppression and slavery in India.
FLOWERS IN WORSHIP The beautiful flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in Loving Memory of Virginia (Ginny) Dilcher. They are given by her loving husband, Charles.
ABOUT OUR MUSIC TODAY We welcome local Brazilian band Os Ossos, as we celebrate our fellowship with the worldwide church.
INDIA TEAM COMMISSIONING
This morning, we will pray for our mission team that departs on Friday to Kolkata, India. They will serve alongside our partners, International Justice Mission and the Mahima Home, who bring rescue and restoration to victims of slavery. Team members include Lauren Baker, Virginia Dilkes, Carrie Hobson, Angela Naphin, Kelly Rook, and Haley Vincent.
MILESTONES WEDDING
Whitney Nicosia & Joel St. Laurent Saturday, March 1, 2014 BRIDE PARENTS: Mr. & Mrs. R. Anthony Nicosia
HOSPITALS
GROOM PARENTS: Mr. & Mrs. Joel St. Laurent
GIVE HOW YOU LIVE
Grady Theresa Swindall
Anderson Mill Rehab Ron Toland
Northside Maureen Marsolan
St. Joseph Jan Whitten John Heetderks
BIRTHS
Kate & Beau Hutto Boy: Harry James, 9/4
Leslie & Tripp Bacon Boy: Andrew Blackwelder, 2/11
Susanne & Stewart Teegarden Girl: Anne Thomas, 2/26
MEMBER DEATH Joan Hardesty, 2/17
FAMILY MEMBER DEATHS Nancy Rutherford Gaster, 12/28 Dana Shepherd, 2/18 Sally Biddle Bartlett, 2/20 Mary Ann Flowers Neal, 2/23
Giving is a vital part of the Christian life. But it can be difficult if you don’t carry cash or checks. Today we’re introducing a new way to give by text in worship that matches how you live. Here’s what to do: Pull out your cell phone and text 404-800-7578.
Enter the keyword “30woven” to give $30 to Peachtree Global Mission in 2014 (or adjust the number to give as little or as much as you‘d like.)
Follow the link to specify an amount and complete your gift using a credit card.
Save the account info and phone number for future gifts. You’re done! If giving by check, mark “WOVEN” in the memo.
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ASH WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, March 5, 2014 - noon in Kellett Chapel & 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. The season of Lent begins with a day of reflection, confession, and the imposition of ashes. Our Chancel Choir and Celebration Ringers will lead the music in this beautiful service of worship.
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NEW SERMON SERIES: CRUX
The western art tradition powerfully depicts the passion of Jesus. Each Sunday in Lent, senior pastor Vic Pentz will use an iconic Holy Week painting to teach us new insights about the death and resurrection of our Savior.
❏ Children’s Ministry ❏ Student Ministry ❏ Music Ministry-Instrumental / Vocal ❏ Worship Video Production
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EXPLORING PEACHTREE - TODAY! Learn more about Peachtree. Room 2315 - 10:00 am to 12:15 pm peachtreepres.org/exppeachtree
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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING The Session has called a congregational meeting for March 9, 2014, immediately following the 10 am service in the Sanctuary for the purpose of electing the 2015 Officer Nominating Committee.