“Jesus is the one who was set apart Son of God in power, according to the Spirit of Holiness by his resurrection from the dead.� Romans 1:4
Fifth Sunday of Easter
May 6, 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 “Christians are called to be counter-cultural- not in all respects, as though every single aspect of human society and culture were automatically and completely bad, but at least in being prepared to think through each aspect of life. We must be ready to challenge those parts where the present age shouts, or perhaps whispers seductively, that it would be easier and better to do things that way, while the age to come, already begun in Jesus, insists that belonging to the new creation means that we must live this way instead.”
N.T. Wright
God Calls Us Call to Worship – 1 Corinthians 15:20-27 Leader:
Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. But each in his own turn: Christ, the firstfruits; then, when he comes, those who belong to him. Then the end will come, when he hands over the kingdom to God the Father after he has destroyed all dominion, authority and power. For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. The last enemy to be destroyed is death. For he "has put everything under his feet.”
Prayer of Adoration Leader: Praise be to you, God our Father. All: Creator of heaven and earth, you have brought us out of darkness and into your wonderful light. Leader: Praise be to you, Lord Jesus Christ. All:
You were crucified for our death and raised again for our life.
Leader: Praise be to you, Holy Spirit. All: You lead us in the truth, making known to us gospel of our crucified and risen Savior. Praise be to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The One True and Living God.
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Hymn of Praise
Come, Holy Spirit, Come
Words: Joseph Hart Music: Hiram Ring
Hymn of Praise
Crown Him With Many Crowns
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Words: Matthew Bridges Music: George J. Elvey
God Cleanses Us Prayer of Confession Leader:
Jesus Christ, the resurrected Lord, is the Light of the World. The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. Let us open our hearts to the Lord and confess our sins in humility and faith.
[silent confession] Leader: Almighty God, our hearts are open to you. All:
Reveal to us our sins that we hide from you, from others, and from ourselves.
[silent confession] Leader: Almighty God, we have been apathetic towards you. All:
Forgive us for our indifference and reveal to us your power and glory.
[silent confession] Leader: Almighty God, have mercy on us and fill us with your Spirit. All: Lord, have mercy on us. Amen.
Hymn of Confession
O Come and Mourn With Me Awhile
Words: Amy Porter Music: Frederick Faber
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Assurance of Grace - from Romans 8:1-2, 11 Leader:
There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life sets us free from the law of sin and death. And if the Spirit of God who raised Jesus from the dead lives in us, God who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to our mortal bodies through the Spirit, who lives in us.
All:
Thanks be to God!
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 Comfort
I Boast No More
Words: Isaac Watts Music: Sandra McCracken
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Hymn of Assurance
Praise the Lord, the Almighty
Words: Joachim Neander Music: Traditional German Melody
Opportunities and Concerns Receiving New Members Christina Jenq Dan Hoard Jodi Hoard Jerry Jasinski Katie Jasinski Greg Kirschling Paul Leo Annelise Strommen Jonathan Zee
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!
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God Speaks To Us Sermon Text – Romans 12: 1-2 “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Leader: This is the word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God! Sermon The Hope of the Resurrection: New Growth Reverend Dan Adamson
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God Strengthens Us Confession of Faith- The Apostles’ Creed 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.
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 our God.
All:
It is right to give him thanks and praise.
Communion 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 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 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 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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Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow Praise Him, all creatures here below Praise Him above, ye heavenly host Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
God Commissions Us Hymn of Benediction
O Love That Will Not Let Me Go
Words: George Matheson Music: Chris Miner 12
Benediction Dismissal Leader:
Let us go now to serve the world as those who love our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
All:
Thanks be to God!
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Around Cityview Wednesday Night Community Group- A community group meets in the
West Loop on Wednesday nights at 7 pm for dinner and prayer/ discussion. This group is always open to new participants. Talk to Dan Adamson for more information. Women’s Community Group- Meets every other Tuesday night at 6:30 pm.
Talk to Erica Oh for more information.
Serving This Week Sound/ Set-Up
Josh Koonce
Bread
Kylene Young Emily Adamson Malissa Mackey Kylene Young
Snacks
Christina Jenq
Greeters
Nursery
Charlynne Bowsher
Serving Next Week Greeters Bread Snacks Nursery Sunday School
West Washington, Unit 2002). Talk to Dan Hoard for more information. th
Potluck and Congregational Meeting- Sunday, May 20 , plan to stay after
church for a meal and hear more about what is happening at Cityview. Bring a dish to share.
Alice Chin
Sunday School
Sound/ Set-Up
Men’s Group- Meets at 6:30 am on Friday mornings at Paul Leo’s place (737
May Lunch in the Loop Tuesday, May 29th at noon, join fellow Cityview members for lunch. Meet at Chase Tower - 10 S. Dearborn St., Ground Floor in the table area). Contact Danny with questions (dannytkim@gmail.com or 773.875.0139).
Joel Avila Drew and Stacy Gordon Hilary Clark Jenny Avila Danny Kim Carolyn Koonce
March 2012 Congregational Giving*
Actual Monthly Giving:
$ 10,794 $ 12,250 Difference: $ (1,456) Actual YTD Giving: $ 27,307 Budgeted 2012 Giving YTD: $ 37,750 Difference: $ (9,443) Budgeted Monthly Giving:
*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.
Contacts CITYVIEWCHICAGO.ORG 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