The Lord’s Day July 31, 2016

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God,

not a result of works, so that no one may boast. -Ephesians 2:8-9

Prelude

Welcome & Visitor Information

Opening Music

“Just As I Am (I Come Broken)”

*Call to Worship

Psalm 100:1-3 Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth! Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing! Know that the Lord, he is God! It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

*Hymn of Approach - No. 688 “Have Thine Own Way, Lord!”

Welcome New Members & Baptism Trent, Kat, & Judah Thomas Jeff, Rhonda, Christian, & Rachel London

Prayer of Adoration and Confession

Assurance of Pardon

Isaiah 53:4-6 Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our Iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.

*Affirmation of Faith Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church*, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *The universal church

*Hymn of Faith “Lord I Need You“ (Ushers come forward on last verse)

Lord I come I confess Bowing here I find my rest And without You I fall apart You're the one that guides my heart

Lord I need You oh I need You Ev'ry hour I need You My one defense my righteousness Oh God how I need You

Where sin runs deep Your grace is more Where grace is found is where You are And where You are Lord I am free Holiness is Christ in me

Lord I need You oh I need You Ev'ry hour I need You My one defense my righteousness Oh God how I need You

So teach my song to rise to You When temptation comes my way A nd when I cannot stand I'll fall on You Jesus You're my hope and stay

Lord I need You oh I need You Ev'ry hour I need You My one defense my righteousness Oh God how I need You My one defense my righteousness Oh God how I need You

Prayer of Dedication & Presentation of Our Tithes & Offerings

Offertory “The Love Of God ”

*Doxology - No. 731

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below: Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host: Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Pastoral Prayer & The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, which 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.

Reading From the Old Testament Isaiah 66:1-2 Pew Bible Page. 533 (OT)

Reading From the New Testament Matthew 15:21-28 Pew Bible Page. 13 (NT)

Sermon “The Humility That Brings God Pleasure” -Pastor Yoran

*Closing Hymn - No. 500 “Rock of Ages”

*Benediction

*Threefold Amen

Postlude *The congregation stands

The love of God is greater far Than tongue or pen can ever tell; It goes beyond the highest star, And reaches to the lowest hell; The guilty pair, bowed down with care, God gave His Son to win; His erring child He reconciled, And pardoned from his sin.

Could we with ink the ocean fill, And were the skies of parchment made, Were every stalk on earth a quill, And every man a scribe by trade; To write the love of God above Would drain the o - cean dry; Nor could the scroll contain the whole, Though stretched from sky to sky.

Oh, love of God, how rich and pure! How measureless and strong! It shall forevermore endure The saints’ and angels’ song.

Halle- lu - jah Halle – lu - jah Halle – lu – jah

Oh, love of God, how rich and pure! How measureless and strong! It shall forevermore endure The saints’ and angels’ song.

Oh, love of God, how rich and pure! How measureless and strong! It shall forevermore endure The saints’ and angels’ song.

The love of God is greater far Than tongue or pen can ever tell

Sermon Notes “The Humility That Brings God Pleasure”

Matthew 15:21-28

Daily Bread Bible In One Year Reading Today: Psalm 54-56; Romans 3 Monday: Psalms 57-59; Romans 4 Tuesday: Psalms 60-62; Romans 5 Wednesday: Psalms 63-65; Romans 6 Thursday: Psalm 66-67; Romans 7 Friday: Psalm 68-69; Romans 8:1-21 Saturday: Psalm 70-71; Romans 8:22-39

Announcements

Elders On Call for July 31st - August 6th

Dave Eddy (704-789-3377) & Bob Hammond (704-219-4324)

Hearing Assistance Available If you need hearing assistance this morning please see one of our officers located at the back of the Sanctuary.

Why do we worship the way we do at Carolina? That's a great question! Each church is different in it's style, song selection, and order of service. At Carolina Presbyterian Church, our goal is to do everything in worship in a manner that glorifies God and edifies our congregation. The elders, in conjunction with the deacons and worship committee, have spent many months over the last year praying about what worship should look like at Carolina. Below is a philosophy of worship statement, formed by our church leaders. What you will find below shouldn't be new or shocking to anyone who's been here for a while: it's actually what we've already been doing for most of the last year. However, we thought it would be helpful to put into words what we are trying to accomplish, for the sake of good communication. As always, please come and talk with any church leader if you have questions about this. We are thrilled to join with you in the worship of our Lord together!

Carolina PCA Philosophy of Worship: At Carolina Presbyterian Church, we desire to worship God in a manner that is both glorifying to God and edifying to our congregation.

To glorify God, we seek to worship him with excellence, with an attitude of reverence (considering God’s holiness) and celebration (considering God’s grace), with a Christ-centered focus rooted in reformed theology and founded on the word of God.

To edify our congregation, we seek to worship God with some stylistic variation that reflects some of the preferences of our multi-generational church and community. We seek to employ these different styles in a way that promotes love and unity within the same worship service.

West Stanly Christian Ministries Food Pantry Donations of any non-perishable food items are appreciated. A donation box for the WSCM Food Pantry is located outside the church office.

Announcements

Wednesday Night Announcement Our Wednesday night classes will not meet in August. This gives our many volunteers a much needed break and time to prepare for a new year. We hope you will join us for our Fall Kick Off on September 7th at 6pm.

Bilingual Worship Service Sunday, August 7th at 10:30am

Pool Party Where:

West Stanly Community Pool 221 Big Lick Road, Stanfield, NC 28163

When: Wednesday, August 10th from 5:30-8:30pm

Attire: One piece or tankini bathing suits

Please bring a drink, chips, or dessert. You will also need chairs or picnic blankets to sit on.

Women’s Bible Study

Our Women’s Bible Study will meet again on Friday, August 12th at 9:30am at Julie Svenson’s house (210 Abigail Lane, Locust).

Prayer Requests Civil Authorities: the President, Congress, state and local governments Active Military, &/or Being Deployed: Tim Sterner (Tommy & Susan Morrow’s son-in-law), Nichole Blair (Barb Hatley’s daughter), Drew Almond (Everette & Jan’s son), Chris Almond (Rick & Teresa’s son), Curtis Mabry (Kirsten Kopp’s brother), David J. Alexander (David & Elaine’s son), Brian Alexander (David & Elaine’s son), and Greyson Hartsell (Tommy & Susan Morrow’s grandson) Economy: Pray for those who seek employment and for their families. Protection During Pregnancy: Jenny Stewart and Bethany Thompson Those with Cancer: Don Kent (Windy Arey-Kent’s father-in-law), Doris Morgan, Elizabeth Ward, Dave Eddy, and Travis Moore (Danny Moore’s nephew) Home Bound or Nursing Home: Malcolm & Jackie Love, Lib Barrier, Brenda Almond, and Nancy Aderhold Continued Prayer for Health: Thomas Haigler, Gary & Mary Ames (Tami Carr’s parents), Irene Cochara (Peggy Arey’s aunt), Jonathan & Patti Lemmond’s fathers, Buck Mosal (Wendy Hammond’s father), Rev. David Alexander, Elaine Alexander, Dana Barbee (Doris Barbee Renfro’s son), Leon Fowler, M.D. & Shirley Hill, Iris Efird (Jay & Larry Efird’s mother), Myrtle Tucker, Addison Garvey (Jason Griffith is friends with her family), and Judy Eddy’s mother

Faith Promise Goal for 2016

$85,000 will allow us to increase support to some of our missionaries or possibly add additional missionaries. We are currently sending support to 27 missionaries who are serving all over the world.

We currently have $79,226 pledged toward Faith Promise offerings this year!!! Thank you for your generosity! Also, please continue to pray for a few more pledges. In order to meet our stated goal of $85,000.00 we need $5,774.00 in additional pledges.

Weekly Church Budget (Tithes & Offerings)

Average weekly need: ........... $ 8,077.00 Received last week: ............... $ 6,297.00 Difference: ......................... (-$ 1,780.00) Year-to-date Difference: ....... $23,289.67

Faith Promise 3rd Quarter Need: .............. $19,523.00 Received to Date:................. $ 3,714.00 Difference: ....................... (-$15,809.00) Pledge cards are available at the back of the Sanctuary. Please prayerfully consider what

your contribution could be.

Church Budget Update

CHURCH STAFF

Rev. David Yoran

Salatiel Chuc

Cory Falgione

Dave Eddy

Trent Thomas

Jessica Almond

CAROLINA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Erica Stroup

Jayne Efird

OFFICE HOURS & CONTACT INFO Monday - Friday: Church (704) 888-4435 Fax (704) 888-4492 Preschool (704) 888-3658 School (704) 888-4332

SESSION Scott Carpenter Bruce Carr Dave Eddy Bob Hammond Gary Harwood Sam Kopp

BOARD OF DEACONS Andy Hall Jonathan Hartsell Anthony Hinson Tom Humphries Jonathan Lemmond Grady Lovin Jason Martin Brantley Whitley

This Week @ Carolina July 31, 2016

Today 9:15am ........ Sunday School 10:30am ...... Worship Service Greeters Amy Martin & Bud Pethel Nursery (Infants-3’s) Infants: Anthony & Jessica Hinson Toddlers: Ryan & Leyila Rogers

Wednesday - 8/3 6:30pm ........ GriefShare (E101) 8:00pm .......... Missions Committee Meeting

(Conference Room)

Thursday - 8/4 7:00pm ........ Administration Committee Meeting

(Conference Room)

Sunday - 8/7 9:15am ....... Sunday School 10:30am ..... Worship Service Greeters Cherry Freda & Sharon Hinson Nursery (Infants-3’s) Infants: Lynn Carpenter & Kaley

Carpenter Toddlers: Gary & Donna Harwood

Carolina Presbyterian Church (PCA)

406 Renee Ford Road PO Box 369 Locust, NC 28097 Phone: 704-888-4435 Fax: 704-888-4492 Website: www.carolinapca.org Email: office@carolinapca.org