The Lord’s Day Worship – January 14, 2024
MORNING WORSHIP
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Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Apostolic Greeting
*Call to Worship
*Opening Hymn: “O God, beyond All Praising” #241
*Prayer of Invocation
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.
Word of God: Exodus 20:1-17
Pastoral Prayer
Westminster Shorter Catechism:
Question 65. What is forbidden in the fifth commandment?
Answer. The fifth commandment forbids the neglecting of, or doing anything against, the honor and duty which belongs to every one in their several places and relations.
*Hymn: “O Savior, Precious Savior” #263
Tithes and Offerings
*Doxology: "Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heave'nly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen." #568
Word of God: 1 Peter 1:6-9
Preaching of God’s Word: “Greatly Rejoicing in this Living Hope”
*Hymn of Response: “Why Should Cross and Trial Grieve Me?” #509
Lord’s Supper
Deacon’s Offering: “I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord” #405
*Benediction
*Postlude
(*Please stand if able)
Sunday School & Worship Hours
- 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages
- 11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship
- Flex Time Trinity Psalter Hymnal Singing (After Luncheon)
- Flex Time Afternoon Worship (Due to the Luncheon)
Morning and Afternoon Worship Services are live streamed at:
Worship Serving Schedule
This Week:
Ushers: Leo Baratta and Mike Dinaro
Nursery: Silvia Prince and Kerith Teschon
Media Broadcast: Georgi Kanev
Next Week:
Ushers: Thomas Mack and Joe Ribeiro
Nursery: HaeSung Keegan and Liz Planer
Media Broadcast: Kitt Gripp
WELCOME TO GRACE OPC!
On behalf of the session of Grace OPC, I want to extend our warmest greetings to you. It is my hope and prayer that as we gather together this Lord’s Day to worship our Triune God and Redeemer, you will be encouraged to cast your cares upon the Lord and to draw near to God by faith in His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. If you are new here in Fair Lawn, please join us for fellowship following the benediction, and be sure to sign our guestbook. We look forward to personally speaking with you, and if there are any prayer concerns in your heart, don’t hesitate to bring them to our attention.
Pastor John Keegan
This morning, in 1 Peter 1:6-9, we will discover how the living hope we have through union with the resurrected Christ, affects all of life experiences with a heavenly joy, especially the distress we experience in various trials, such that our faith is refined to have as its goal the present and future enjoyment of the glory of Christ.
This afternoon in Ruth 3:1-18, where we will see in the boldness of Naomi and the trust of Ruth, in taking the initiative to broach the subject of marriage with Boaz, the kind of gospel faith that expects great things from God while seeking to attempt great things for God.
Today, The Lord’s Supper. All who may participate in the Lord’s Supper are those who have publicly confessed faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, who continue steadfastly in that faith, who are members of good standing in a particular disciplined and Bible believing manifestation of His Church, and who, in accordance with the Scriptures, have duly examined their hearts before the Lord. If you are a visitor unknown to us and wish to participate in the Lord’s Supper we ask you, if it is possible, to make yourself known to a member of Session before the beginning of worship. The ushers will happily assist you in so doing.
Today, Fellowship Luncheon
Here is a description of what to expect; following morning worship, we will hold our monthly fellowship luncheon. These delicious luncheons are a potluck meal.
Annual Meeting; Pizza Fellowship Prior
One of the privileges and responsibilities we have as members of the body of Christ and stewards of the Great Commission, is to participate in the adoption of a budget for the church fiscal year. This coming January 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church we will hold our Annual Meetings of the church and corporation.
AFTERNOON WORSHIP
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Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Apostolic Greeting
*Call to Worship
*Opening Hymn: “Now Thank We All Our God” #181
*Prayer of Invocation
Word of God: Psalm 91:1-16
Pastoral Prayer
*Hymn: “Who with God Most High Finds Shelter” #91B
Tithes and Offerings
Word of God: Ruth 2:14-23
Preaching of God’s Word: “Security for Ruth”
*Hymn of Response: “I Lift My Eyes Up to the Hills” #121A
*Benediction
*Postlude
(*Please stand if able)
Calendar Events and Notes
THIS WEEK: January 14th - January 20th
Dinaro Home group: Tuesday, January 16th, 2024 @7:30 p.m. in Montvale. Prayer & Study in the book of 1 Peter (Please see Elder Leo Baratta)
Keegan Home group: Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 @7 p.m. in Fair Lawn. Prayer & Study in the book of Romans (Please see Pastor John)
Mack Home Group: Thursday, January 18th, 2024 @7 p.m. in Wyckoff. Prayer & Study in the book of 1 John (Please see Elder John Hemrick)
NEXT WEEK: January 21st - January 27th
Coordinators Meeting: Monday, January 22nd, 2024 @6:00 p.m. at Hemricks. Monthly meeting for crafting the church events calendar
Dinaro Home Group: Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 @7:30 p.m. in Montvale. Prayer & Study in the book of 1 Peter (Please see Elder Leo)
Keegan Home Group: Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 @7 p.m. in Fair Lawn. Prayer & Study in the book of Romans (Please see Pastor John)
Annual Meeting for Congregation and Corporation: Friday, January 26th, 2024 @7 p.m. Participation of all communicant members as we prayerfully look to serve Christ in ‘24. RSVP to Pastor John for pizza dinner at 6 p.m.. Bring your copy of the annual report.
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Bulletin Date: 2024-01-14