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PRAYER OF CO NFESSION Almighty God, in whom we live and move and have our being, thou hast made us for thyself so that our hearts are restless until they find rest in thee. Mercifully forgive us of our sins. Grant us purity of heart and strength of purpose, that no selfish passion may hinder us from knowing thy will, no weakness from doing it. In thy light may we see light, and in thy service find perfect freedom. St. Augustine TIME FOR SILENT CONFESSION ASSU RANCE OF PARDON Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the Gospel! People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven, thanks be to God! Alleluia, Amen! *THE AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles’ Creed I believe in Go d the Father Almighty, 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 sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence 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. *GLORIA PATRI Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, World without end. Amen. Amen . *PASSING OF THE PEACE OF CHRIST Leader: The peace of Christ be with you! People: And also with you! PRESENTATION OF THIRD GRADER BIBLES Mr. Hubie Mann TIME FOR YOUNG DISCI PLES Mr. Mann ( Children are dismissed to children’s church at this time.) ** * ANTHEM "My God and I" Austris A. Wihtol Jane Merry, soprano, Don Harris, piano My God and I, go in the field tog ether. We walk and talk as good friends should and do. We clasp our hands, our voices ring with laughter. My God and I walk through the meadows hue. He tells me of the years that went before me, when heavenly plans were made for me to be, when all was but a dream of dim conception, to come to life, earth's verdant glory see. My God and I, will go for aye together, we'll walk and talk and jest as good friends do. This earth will pass and with it common trifles, but God and I, will go unendingly. As I'll approach the portal high, then shall the voice of the watchman cry; "Enter, oh tired ones, saved by grace!" I shall look up and see His face. We'll clasp our hands, our voices ring with laughter. My God and I will go unendingly. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE an d THE LORD’S PRAYER Dr. McConnell PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY “ Love One Another” Theron Kirk Chancel Choir Eileen Moremen, Director This is my commandment: Love one another as I have loved you. As the Father hath loved me, so I have loved you. *DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him abo ve, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. NEW TESTAMENT LESSON (p. 824 NIV) Galatians 3:5 - 9, 23 - 29 SERMON Dr. McConnell “ Galatians - Th e Freedom Letter : Freedom ’s Children ” “ For in Christ Jesus you are all sons [and daughters] of God, through faith . ” v. 26 *CLOSING HYM N 356 NETTLETON “ Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” * BENEDICTION * CHORAL RESPONSE * POSTLUDE “How Firm A Foundation” Dale Wood *** Late arrivals seated *Those who are able, please stand. OPPORTUNITIES AT EASTMINSTER WELCOME TO EASTMINSTER CHURCH! It’s our prayer that all who gather here are able to worship freely and know, by grace, the presence of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Please put your name in the blue friendship pad and pick up a business card at the Guest Center before you leave or go to the EPC website (www.epres.org) for more information. THE FLOWERS gracing our sanctuary this morning are given to the Glory of God by Rob Richter in honor of his mother, Betty Richter and all the Moms of Eastminster on Mother’s Day. THANK YOU LADIES: On behalf of the men of Eastminster, please look for representatives from the Craftsmen’s Ministry after the service for a rose as a small token of thanks for all you do. TODAY , THE CHRISTIAN EDUCAT ION TEAM will be presenting Bibles to our current 3 rd grade students during worship. The students bei ng recognized are: Miles Brewer, John Bunch, Patrick Daw, Grace Ellen Griffin, Noah Hammett, Nick Keller, Gracyn Mordecai, Patrick Sain, Anderson Taylor and Michael Wang. CHILDREN'S CHURCH: Preschool - 1 st grade aged children are invited to attend childre n’s church following the children’s message. During this time, your children will hear an age - appropriate Bible lesson, play games, make a craft, and enjoy a snack. Children may be picked up in room one following the service. NEXT WEEK’S SCRIPTUR E will be Galatians 4:1 - 11 with Dr. McConnell preaching “Galatians - The Freedom Letter: Free Spirit”. GOD WORKS THROUGH ST EPHEN MINISTRY to encourage and suppo rt those in need. Contact our Stephen Ministry by leaving a confidential message for the Stephen Ministry Care Coordinator at stephenministry@epres.org or 770 - 977 - 2976 ext.13 . This ministry of care and counseling is available to anyone in need of a good listener! I F YOU KNOW OF A MEMB ER OF OUR CONGREGATION wh o will graduate this year, please call Rev. Hudson or the church office and let us know their name, date of graduation, school, and degree. We want to appreciate and recognize our graduates next Sunday . WE ARE HAPPY TO ANNO UNCE OUR NEXT NEW ME MBERS CLASS ! Whether your Christian walk is just beginning or you're already a Presbyterian interested in learning more about joining Eastminster, we invite you to join us in the upcoming N ew Members Inquiry Class. This class will begin at 10am. Sunday, May 20 th and continue for five consecutive Sundays. If you are already or have previously been a member of a Presbyterian church you may choose to attend only the first and final classes. The class will meet in the church library, located in the Christian Life Center. If you have questions or to register , please contact one of the evangelism team elders – Teri Capparucci 678 - 560 - 6710 tericappa@gmail.com or Valerie Mote gpcval@gmail.com 7 70 - 401 - 8854. We look forward to meeting you. SUMMER TEACHERS NEED ED : We're looking for volunteers to teach 1 - 2 weeks of children's Sunday school during the summer so that our regular teac hers can have some time "off". We provide the curriculum and traini ng; you provide the love and encouragement for our children for one o r two weeks. What a blessing! Contact Hubie Mann in the Christian Education office to sign - up. NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEAL S UNTIL AUGUST. THE CRAFT CIRCLE will meet Monday, May 14 th , 10 - 1, Room 203/CLC to put together the Craft Caddies. If you did not sign up to make one, contact Lynn Hall immediately for "supplies needed and homework instruction". Sewing machines needed. Bring all supplies and completed homework to the meeting. Q uestions , call Lynn Hall (770 - 552 - 0949) or Lynne Buchanan (404 - 234 - 5063). LADIES LUNCH BUNCH will meet at 12 Noon on Thursday, May 17 th at The Brickery located at 6125 Roswell Road in Sandy Springs. RSVP to Sandra Allen at allen47680@bellsouth.net or 770 - 977 - 8742 by May 16 th . Let us know if you need a ride. VBS SUPPLIES NEEDED: fabric paint markers, e mpty plasti c water bottles (16.9oz size), toilet paper tubes, paper towel tubes, e mpty cereal boxes, colored jewelr y beads, ficus trees, "hanging" fern plants, l arge cardboard boxes (mattress/bicycle/ap pliance size!), gift cards for grocery s tores (to buy snacks). VACATION BIBLE SCHOO L is ALMOST FULL , so if you haven't signed up yet, please register your children toda y! You can either register online ( www.epres.org/vb s ) or fill out and turn in a VBS registration card which can be found on the Christian Education bulletin board in the alcove . "Babylon: Daniel's Coura ge in Captivity" is the theme for this year's VBS which will be held June 25 - 29 for children from 4 years old to 4 th grade (completed). Adults or youth who are interested in teaching, recreation, music, arts & crafts, or snacks should contact the VBS leade rship team of Jo Byrd, Cathy Dubose, Leigh Sain, Alison Horton, or Hubie Mann. RECEPTION FOR RALPH AND LUCY GORDON: Two of our charter members of Eastminster, Ralph and Lucy Gordon, are moving out of state to be near family! Please come to a reception t o honor them next Sunday, May 20, just after the 11:15 service in the Fellowship Hall. Please contact either Sharon Melcher ( Sharon@melch.net or 770 - 509 - 1456) or Walt Keller (770 - 892 - 9258 or wkeller2010@gmail.com ) with any questions. CHILDREN'S FISHING D ERBY: Saturday, June 2, from 9 - 11am at Frank and Jo Byrd's pond in West Cobb (605 Burke Lake Dr. off Kennesaw Due West). Register by phone or email with Hubie Mann so we 'll know how many to expect. Bring your kids, fishing poles, tackle, outdoor chairs, and snacks (optional). If you don't own a fishing pole, we'll have a few extras. We'll also provide live bait (worms, crickets, and minnows), and prizes for the biggest fish, most fish, etc. VBS TRAINING: Sunday, June 3, from 12:30 - 2:30pm (includes lunch) for all VBS volunteers (youth and adult). Training will cover all areas of VBS leadership as well as EPC's new Child Protection Policy. MUST SUMMER LUNCH PR OGRAM: Come help us make 300 lunches each week for underprivileged children. We will meet Tuesdays at 10am on June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26 and July 3 in the Eastminster kitchen. There will be sign - up sheets in the alcove in mid - May or contact Karen Miller at 678 - 522 - 5267 or KarenMiller0@gmail.com . Go to epres.org/mustlunches to view a video on the program. CRAFTSMEN GOLF OUTIN G: It does not matter if you play once per week or just once per year, ALL are invited. Ga ther your friends to sign up as a foursome or individually. We will play a scramble format at The Golf Club at Bradshaw Farm (Woodstock) on Friday, June 29, 8am. Set against the backdrop of the North Georgia Mountains, the course is built on historic farm property and has been rated in the "Top 10 New Public Courses in Georgia" by the Atlanta Journal Constitution. Cost is $55/golfer which includes range balls and a boxed lunch. Contact Eric Horton at eri chorton1@gmail.com or 678 - 362 - 6524 by June 21 st to register. HEALTHCARE MINISTRY will be checking blood pressures in the library from 10:15 - 10:45am the second Sunday of the month. SUMMER ADULT CHRISTI AN LIF E TRAINING CLASSES will begin on Sunday, June 3. Our current Sunday AM c lasses will conclude on May 20 and there will not be any adult CLT classes on Sunday, May 27 (Memorial Day weekend). We will be offering two 8 week classes this summer which will meet immediately following the contemporary service and are outlined below: THE MIRACLE OF LIFE CHANGE: Is life change really possible? For many people who attempt to make real life changes on their own, the answer is usuall y no. However, life change is possi ble. In fact, the Christian life calls us to grow and become transformed, but it is a process that many of us struggle with daily. We will be l ooking at Ephesians 4 and learning what the transformation process is all about. This course will be led by Eddi e Capparucci. JESUS, THE BEAUTIFUL OUTLAW : He was accused of nearly everything -- breaking the law, keeping bad company, heavy drinking and being the devil himself. He was so compelling and dangerous that they had to kill him. But those who knew hi m best loved him passionately. He had a sense of humor; his generosity was scandalous; his anger made enemies tremble; he would say the most outrageo us things. Come and see Jesus. The real Jesus. A Perfect Love who defies conventional belief. A Beautiful Outl aw. Thi s course will be led by Hubie and Terri Mann. Welcome to Eastminster’s contemporary worship service, The Road. We hope you have discovered a place where you can personally experience God, no matter where you are along the road of life. May 13 , 2012 9:00 am O RDER OF W ORSHIP Welcome and Opening Song Announcements Turn and Greet Invitation to Worship Presentation of Third Grader Bibles Songs of Praise Children’s Moment Children are dismissed to Children’s Church at this time Sermon “ Galatians - The Freedom Letter: Freedom ’s Children ” Galatians 3:5 - 9, 23 - 29 Self - Offering Benediction Church Staff Church Office (M - F, 8:30 – 4:30) 770 - 977 - 2976 - www.epres.org Rev. Dr. Timothy McConnell , Senior Pastor 404 - 775 - 3306 - tim.mcconnell@epres.org Rev. Blake Hudson, Associate Pastor 404 - 775 - 4914 - blake.hudson@epres.org Hubie Mann – Christian Education 404 - 775 - 3439 - hubie.mann@epres.org John Speiser – Lay Minister for Visitat ion 404 - 797 - 9479 - j_speiser@msn.com Terri Khan – Financial Administrator terri.khan@epres.org Linda Delbridge – Secretary linda.delbridge@epres.org Margaret Gibbs – Preschool Director mimigibbs@aol.com Ei leen Moremen – Music Director Eileen. more@aol.com Don Harris – Organist dontharris@comcast.net Suzanne L ogue – Children’s Choir Director Suzanne.logue@epres.org Don Nelson, Sexton As we gather i n r everence, please silence all de v ices. May 13 , 2012 Sixth Sunday of Easter PRELUDE Dale Wood “God, Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens” CHIMING OF THE HOUR WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Dr. McConnell *CALL TO WORSHIP ( based on Psalm 98 ) Rev. Hudson Leader: Oh sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things! People: The LORD has made known his salvation; he has revealed his righteousness in the s ight of the nations. Leader: Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises! People: With trumpets and the sound of the horn make a joyful noise before the King, the LORD! Leader: Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; the world and those who dwell in it! All: Let the rivers clap their hands; let the hills sing for joy together before the LORD, for he will judge the world with righteousness, and the peoples with equity. *DECLARATION OF GOOD NEWS *PRAYER OF ADORATION * OPENING HYM N 476 LYONS “O Worship the King, All Glorious Above!” *** CALL TO CONFESSION Mr s. Julie John , Elder Scrip ture reminds us that “there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). Nevertheless our unfaithful hearts have sought salvation by other means and consolation in false comfor ts. ARE YOU INTERESTED I N SEEING a theatrical production of C. S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters ? It will be presented by Fellowship for the Performing Arts whose mission is to produce theatre from a Christian worldview that is engaging to a diverse audie nce. Tickets are $29 or $35 (the 2 cheapest levels), but we can get a discount if we purchas e 10 tickets or more together. The performance will be on Saturday, June 16 at The Alliance Theatre, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree Street NE in Atlant a. If y ou ar e interested in tickets, contact Sharon Melcher (Sharon@melch.net or 770 - 509 - 1456) or Walt Keller (wkeller2010@gmail.com or 7 70 - 892 - 9258) before Monday morning, May 14! PW CALL FOR HELP: I n light of the recent storms, Cherokee Presbytery Presbyteri an Women are requesting help from churches in assembling PDA Hygiene Kits. These PDA kits should contain: a comb, a bar of soap, a toothbrush, metal clippers, 6 band aids, a hand towel and a wash cloth in a gallon zip lock, plus $2 to help with shipping to disaster locations. Do not include tooth paste. Eastminster’s PW will be collecting these PDA kits through May 20. One of the new collection bins in the alcove is designated for these kits, and a laundry basket will be placed in the CLC entrance for you r donations. Thanks so much for answering the call to help and serving our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. COSTA RICA MISSION T RIP 2012 : Once again Eastminster is sending missionaries to Costa Rica with “In The Carpenter’s Footsteps” organization. We will be collecting travel size soap and shampoo, tote bags, fabric, and sewing notions to take to our friends in Costa Rica. These items will be collected during the months of May and June. Please place your contributions in the designated collection bin outsi de the narthex and in the box labeled “Costa Rica” in the CLC lobby. Thanks so much for helping us. Please contact Dick and Cathy DuBose if you have any questions at mtns2beach@bellsouth.net. PRESCHOOL REGISTRATI ON: Eastminster Christian Preschool is off ering classes for children from 18 months to 4 years. ECP provides Christ - centered preschool education in a loving atmosphere with excellent teachers. EASTMINSTER CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL will have two sessions of summer camp. July 16, 18 and 20 camping in t he woods; July 23, 25 and 27 th at the seashore. (Both here on church grounds!) All children are invited. Ages 2 years to 4 years. For more information, contact Margaret Gibbs. THE LADIES OF THE GARDEN have day lilies, lemon balm, yellow iris, white yarrow , mint, mondo grass, and fern. If interested, call Pat Provan at 770 - 973 - 2671. Sunday morning Christian Life Training Class locations: Children & Youth Classes Infant Nursery: Room 5 (Main Bldg) Toddlers: Room 3 (Main Bldg) Preschool: Room 1 (Main Bld g) Pre K/Kindergarten: Room 4 (Main Bldg) 1st/2nd Grade: Room 208 (CLC) 3rd - 5th Grade: Room 209 (CLC) 6th - 12th Grade: Youth Room (CLC) Adult Classes Imitation of Christ: Music Room (Main Bldg) The Case for a Creator : Room 201 (CLC) Faithbuilders: Room 202 (CLC) Balancing Your Priorities: Room 204 (CLC) Genesis: Room 205 (CLC ) PRAYER LIST: Emily Gilbert Bob and Dale Mehlhouse Cheri Olivier Aidan Sherlock Sue Strahm Mel Tinsley David Chambers (Friends of Sally & Mel Tinsley) Greg Colson ( Friend of Andy Starnes) Bobby Ethridge (Friend of Randy Tahsler) Harriett Funk (Mother of Tom Funk) Chuck Gandy (Friend of Cliff Lowery) Allen Goble (Friend of Rob Richter) Jason Grigg (Friends of Bill & Sandra Allen) Mary Hubbard (Friend of Sally & Mel Ti nsley) Kim Hungerford (Friend of Ken Jacquot) Nancy McCardel (Friend of Teresa & Mike Roberts) Ernie Tall (Friend of Sonny Hall) (Names are placed on the Prayer List for 4 weeks. Please call the church o ffice to add someone to the list) . This Week at EP C Sunday, May 13 9a Worship (CLC) 10a Christian Life Training 10:55a Fellowship Time (FH) 11:15a Sanctuary Worship 1:30p Curb Rehearsal 6:30p Small Group (P) 7:30p Boy Scouts (207) Monday, May 14 9:30a Preschool Mom’s Fellowship (P) 10a Craft Circle (2 03) 1:30p Tinkerbell Recital (FH) 7:30p Ladies’ Bible Study (Crocks) PRAYER LIST: Emily Gilbert Bob and Dale Mehlhouse Cheri Olivier Aidan Sherlock Sue Strahm Mel Tinsley David Chambers (Friends of Sally & Mel Tinsley ) Greg Colson (Friend of Andy Starnes) Bobby Ethridge (Friend of Randy Tahsler) Harriett Funk (Mother of Tom Funk) Chuck Gandy (Friend of Cliff Lowery) Allen Goble (Friend of Rob Richter) Jason Grigg (Friends of Bill & Sandra Allen) Mary Hubbard (Friend of Sally & Mel Tinsley) Kim Hungerford (Friend of Ken Jacquot) Nancy McCardel (Friend of Teresa & Mike Roberts) Ernie Tall (Friend of Sonny Hall) (Names are placed on the Prayer List for 4 weeks. Please call the church o ffice to add someone to the list) . This Week at EPC Sunday, May 13 9a Worship (CLC) 10a Christian Life Training 10:55a Fellowship Time (FH) 11:15a Sanctuary Worship 1:30p Curb Rehearsal 6:30p Small Group (P) 7:30p Boy Scouts (207) Monday, May 14 9:30a Preschool Mom’s Fellowship (P) 10a Craft Circle (203) 1:30p Tinkerbell Recital (FH) 7:30p Ladies’ Bible Study (Crocks) Tuesday, May 15 7a Men’s Prayer Group (P) 7:30p Men’s Basketball (GH) 8:30p Men’s Bible Study (Dilworth) Wednesday, May 16 7 p Chancel Choir Thursday, May 17 12n Lunch Bunch – The Bickery 7:30p Session (204) Friday, May 18 11:30p Preschool Graduation (S) and Reception (FH) Saturday, May 19 7:15a Men’s Bible Study (L) Tuesday, May 15 7a Men’s Prayer Gro up (P) 7:30p Men’s Basketball (GH) 8:30p Men’s Bible Study (Dilworth) Wednesday, May 16 7p Chancel Choir Thursday, May 17 12n Lunch Bunch – The Bickery 7:30p Session (204) Friday, May 18 11:30p Preschool Graduation (S) and Reception (FH) S aturday, May 19 7:15a Men’s Bible Study (L)