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1 THE olin T. Binkley . MEMORIAL Baptist Church . FEBRUARY 18, 2018. THE FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT BARBEE'S AT Binkley . GATHERING. RINGING OF THE SANCTUS BELL. CHORAL PRELUDE Agnus Dei from GOSPEL MASS Robert Ray Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. For You came to die for me, suffer'd, bled, and died on Calvary. In Your word You showed us how, we are trying Lord, hear our pray'r right now. Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, grant us Thy peace. Amen. * OPENING HYMNS 261 Sweet, Sweet Spirit SWEET, SWEET SPIRIT.

2 263 Surely the Presence of the Lord WOLFE. 264 Where the Spirit of the Lord Is ADAMS. 259 Spirit of the Living God LIVING GOD. * LITANY OF CONFESSION. One: All have sinned and have come short of the glory of God. The hatred which divides nation from nation, race from race, class from class, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The covetous desires of people and nations to possess what is not their own, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The greed which exploits the labors of men and women and lays waste the Earth, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: Our envy of the welfare and happiness of others, Many: Holy One, forgive.

3 One: Our indifference to the plight of the homeless and the refugee, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The lust which dishonors the bodies of men, women, and children, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The pride which leads us to trust in ourselves, and not in God, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as God in Christ forgave you. * PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST. One: The peace of Christ be with you! Many: And also with you! Please greet one another with this ancient sign of welcome and extension of hospitality and peace.

4 * SONG OF PENITENCE Kyrie WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Stephanie Ford Please pass the Friendship Registers found on each row. Complete the requested information and then pass it back down the row. Thank you for worshipping with us at Binkley ! LISTENING. HEARING OUR JOYS & CONCERNS Dale Osborne AN INVITATION TO OBSERVE A HOLY LENT. DISCIPLINE OF SILENCE. THE MORNING PRAYER & OUR LORD'S PRAYER. Our Mother 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.

5 And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. MUSICAL OFFERING Barbee's Chapel Choir HEARING & RESPONDING. THE NEW TESTAMENT LESSON Acts 1:6-8. SERMON The Proof Is In the Pudding: The Evidence Hattie B. Stancil MUSIC AT THE OFFERTORY Chip & Nay Howell * DOXOLOGY Please sign with the leader or simply sing. OLD HUNDREDTH. Praise God from whom all blessings flow;. Praise God, all creatures here below.

6 Praise God above, ye heavenly host;. Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen. * PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING IN UNISON. For gifts of talent shared generously, for gifts of time gladly engaged in ministries, for gifts of financial resources sacrificially offered, we thank you, Gracious Donor of all. Amen. * AN INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP. Lord, I Want to Be a Christian 589. If you wish to become a member of Binkley Baptist Church , I WANT TO BE A CHRISTIAN. you are invited to come forward during the hymn to be welcomed and received. * RECEPTION & INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS 341.

7 * BLESSING & BENEDICTION. * BENEDICTION RESPONSE Spirit of the Living God Sung by all. We are fortunate at Binkley to have intentionally chosen from our founding to follow the Liturgical Year. Each liturgical season brings with it specific patterns and practices; rhythms, if you will, that allow us to follow more fully in the way of Jesus with head and heart and body. During the season of Lent things change drastically. The singing or saying of "alleluia" is silenced, the paraments (the hangings on the pulpit, lectern, and communion table) change to purple or to unbleached linen, and music takes on a more somber and penitential nature.

8 In some Christian traditions instrumental music, especially organ music, is completely "given up" for Lent. This year at Binkley we will "give up" a portion of the organ music that we normally hear each Sunday by omitting the voluntary. The closing voluntary will return on Easter Day.. WELCOME TO Binkley ! Binkley Baptist Church is a community of faith on a journey that calls for questioning, humility and conviction. As followers of Jesus, we embrace spiritual growth, mutual care, and service, assured that as we serve our neighbors, we joyfully serve God.

9 Intentionally inclusive, we welcome people of all races, sexual orientations, and cultures, respecting diverse religious experiences within the Church and beyond. We invite others to join us in our commitment to peace, justice, and care for creation. In a spirit of Christian love, we welcome you. The mission of Binkley Baptist Church is building compassionate and joyful community, freely exploring spiritual paths, and pursuing justice and peace in the way of Jesus. Guests, welcome! We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us today. Please leave us your information in the Friendship Register so we can get to know you better.

10 The flowers on the communion table are given by Bill and Abbie Dickinson in gratitude for the ministries of Binkley and Barbee's Chapel, and their family. Included in the arrangement is a wood- carved angel from the Czech Republic, and another wood carved angel is displayed at the back of the Sanctuary. These angels are a complement to the Lenten Art Exhibit curated by the Fine Arts Committee, Angels as Messengers. You are encouraged to take in the exhibit which is displayed on the back walls of the Sanctuary. We are grateful for the musical gifts offered today by the Barbee's Chapel Choir; The Rev'd.