Heard April 22, 2018
8:45 | 10:00 GATHERING AS GOD’S PEOPLE Prelude Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above Welcome & Call to Worship All Creatures of Our God and King Sacrament of Baptism (see pages 6–8) Take My Life and Let It Be Life of the Congregation* Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer His Voice Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
LISTENING TO GOD’S WORD
HEARD
Exodus 3:1–14 (Pew Bible 90–91) FOLLOWING GOD INTO THE WORLD The God of Abraham Praise Invitation & Benediction Postlude
Congregational songs are listed in bold italic.
* In the 8:45 & 11:15 services, children are invited to come forward and be escorted to their classrooms.
11:15
All Creatures of Our God and King Nowhere I Can Run Baptisms (see pages 8–9) Welcome & Greeting Life of the Congregation* Pastoral Prayer Before the Throne of God Above
PREACHING:
Dr. Richard Kannwischer Senior Pastor
Reckless Love Invitation & Benediction Postlude
If your young child needs attention during worship, live broadcasts of each service are available in the Williams Center and the Nursing Mothers & Infants Room off the Williams Center.
Life of the Congregation
OUR MISSION‌ Joining Christ daily in the restoration of all things.
Over the next two weeks of our missions emphasis, you can participate in supporting our partnerships through a financial gift. In Atlanta and around the world, your resources are restoring hope, lives, and communities.
MISSIONS SUNDAY | APRIL 29 PeachtreeChurch.org/Missions
MARTIN & THE DOORS April 29 | 4:00 pm | Sanctuary Join Peachtree’s children as they present a musical celebrating the five great truths declared by protestant reformer Martin Luther. Soli Deo Gloria. PeachtreeChurch.org/Martin
SPRING FAMILY SOCIAL April 29 | 5:00 pm | Fellowship Hall Everyone is invited to join us after the children’s musical for hot dogs, ice cream, a family service opportunity, and fun on our new playground. REGISTER: PeachtreeChurch.org/SpringSocial
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Saturdays through May 12 It’s not too late to be a part of Peachtree’s 154th Atlanta Habitat for Humanity Home Build. Together, we are building a new home for a family in need. REGISTER: PeachtreeChurch.org/Habitat
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL June 4–7 | 9:30 am–12:30 pm God wants us to join His team, celebrate our salvation, and encourage one another. So what are you waiting for? It’s Game On! Registration deadline is May 17. REGISTER: PeachtreeChurch.org/VBS
Baptisms 8:45 Ezra George Cohn Son | Born: 12/22/17 Parents: Melissa & Jason Cohn Siblings: Ethan (6); Juliette (3) Grandparents: Debbie & Richard Cohn; Kristin Cohn; the late George Louis Hahn; Karen Hahn HEBREWS 12:1–2
And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.
Elizabeth Lee & Evelyn Camille Ragsdale Daughters | Born: 7/5/17 Parents: Cassie & Dan Ragsdale Grandparents: Angela & David Chambers; Camille & Bob Ragsdale 1 SAMUEL 1:27–28
“I prayed for [these children], and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him. So now I give [them] to the LORD. For [their] whole life [they] will be given over to the LORD.”
Allison Brooks Stewart Daughter | Born: 10/24/17 Parents: Lauren & Donald Stewart Siblings: Bain (4); Charlie (3) Grandparents: Pat & Ken Schernekau; Leslie & Don Stewart; Michele & Lynn Thomas EPHESIANS 5:1–2
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.
10:00 Jay Patterson (J. P.) Baker Son | Born: 9/3/17 Parents: Lindsay & Brendan Baker Siblings: Alison (3) Grandparents: Marilyn McGinty Baker; Sandy & Michael Lamberth JAMES 1:17
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
Harrison Charles Flair Son | Born: 4/28/17 Parents: Jennifer & Chris Flair Siblings: Graham Charles (4); Haylee Helena (2) Grandparents: Connie & Carl Flair; Susan & Gary Kazanjian DEUTERONOMY 6:5–6
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.
William Parks Flemming Son | Born: 6/20/17 Parents: Sarah & Tyler Flemming Siblings: Harmon (2) Grandparents: Mickie & Bill Flemming; Jan Harmon PROVERBS 3:1–4
My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and 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.
Baptisms Julia Frances Gerkin Daughter | Born: 11/6/17 Parents: Whitney & David Gerkin Siblings: Will (2) Grandparents: Patsy & Brinkley Dickerson; Mabel Coyle & Lee Gerkin PROVERBS 3:1–4
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 peace and 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.
11:15 John Hicks Clayton Son | Born: 12/11/17 Parents: Sallie Gray & Jason Clayton Siblings: Bryce (6); Laura Brandt (5) Grandparents: the late Janice Clayton; Sherry & Rick Clayton; Laura & Thornton Strang MATTHEW 5:14–16
You are the light of the world. A town built 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 others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.
Henry Watts Frank Son | Born: 8/31/17 Parents: Cody & Alex Frank Grandparents: Kathy & Tom Frank; Susan McClellan; Terry & Ed Watts EPHESIANS 2:8
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.
Miles John Kahute Son | Born: 10/13/17 Parents: Serena & Trent Kahute Siblings: Kade (3) Grandparents: Judith Austin; the late Richard Austin; Rita Kahute; Robert Kahute 1 THESSALONIANS 5:23–24
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.
Rory Richard Martin Son | Born: 6/12/17 Parents: Laura & Jeremy Martin Siblings: Lillian (4); Felicity (2) Grandparents: Pam & Richard Farmer; Debbie & Brian Martin PSALM 91:1–2
Whoever 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.”
Milestones
Just as families keep in touch about joys and sorrows, our church family at Peachtree wants to do the same. During your prayers this week, we ask you to lift up these people to God.
WEDDINGS Lisa LeGate & Bobby Pavloff 4/21
BIRTHS Nicholas Emerson Pierre 4/11 Sarah & Matthew Kropp Grandparents: Karen & Lewis Kropp
HOSPITALS Jim Crawford (no visitors) Emory Midtown
Jo Moore Stewart NE Atlanta Rehab
Ginny Panarelli St. Joseph
Bill Teegarden Shepherd Center
MEMBER DEATHS Diane Currier 4/17 Wife of Charlie Currier; Mother of Steve & Jeff Currier John Williams 4/16 Husband of Nancy Williams Father of Jay, Parker & Sarah Brook Williams Grandfather of Harrison & Jack Williams Harrington Witherspoon 3/30 Father of Gilbert Harrington Witherspoon & Mary Witherspoon
FAMILY MEMBER DEATHS Joy Matthews 4/13 Mother of Ellen Hill Grandmother of Davis & Robert Hill
To submit Milestones for you or a member of your family, contact Celeste Cody at 404-842-5853 or CCody@PeachtreePres.org.
ACOLYTES
An acolyte plays an important role in our traditional worship, bringing the light of Christ into the service and leading us out into the world to be the light of Christ. Today’s acolytes:
8:45 Alexandria Knudsen Trenton Knudsen
10:00 Henry Shell Elizabeth Green
Mission
PeachtreeChurch.org/Missions
Sunday morning flowers may be dedicated in the memory or honor of a loved one or to commemorate a special occasion such as a baptism. For details or to reserve a date, please contact Heather Oliver at HOliver@ PeachtreePres.org or 404-842-3146.
Our mission is to engage the Peachtree community in God’s work in Atlanta and around the world. We have long-standing partnerships with several organizations in the city and internationally who are working in the areas of anti-trafficking, development, education, and relief. We invite you to be a part of the mission ministry through praying, giving, and serving with us.
UPCOMING EVENTS • Connect with Mission (April 25) • Malawi Mission Trips (July) • Men’s Guatemala Mission Trip (July) • Family Jamaica Mission Trip (October) • Cuba Mission Trip (November)
CONTACT Kelly Wolfensperger Mission Partnership Director KWolfensperger@PeachtreePres.org
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