Bulletin - March 27th, 2022
NCPC Sunday Morning Worship Service
March 27, 2022
Prelude
Someday
All I Have Is Christ
I once was lost in darkest night, yet thought I knew the way; the sin that promised joy and life had led me to the grave. I had no hope that You would own a rebel to Your will, and if You had not loved me first I would refuse You still.
But as I ran my hell-bound race, indifferent to the cost, You looked upon my helpless state and led me to the cross. And I beheld God’s love displayed, You suffered in my place; You bore the wrath reserved for me; now all I know is grace!
Chorus: Hallelujah! All I have is Christ! Hallelujah! Jesus is my life!
Now, Lord, I would be Yours alone and live so all might see the strength to follow Your commands could never come from me. O Father, use my ransomed life in any way You choose, and let my song forever be: my only boast is You. Chorus
Words and music by Jordan Kauflin; 2008, Sovereign Grace Praise; CCLI License # 387777
Call to Worship/Prayer of Invocation
This Is Amazing Grace
Who breaks the power of sin and darkness? Whose love is mighty and so much stronger? The King of Glory; the King above all kings.
Who shakes the whole earth with holy thunder? Who leaves us breathless in awe and wonder? The King of Glory; the King above all kings.
Chorus: This is amazing grace, this is unfailing love; that You would take my place, that You would bear my cross. You would lay down Your life that I would be set free. Jesus, I sing for all that You’ve done for me.
Who brings our chaos back into order? Who makes the orphan a son and daughter? The King of Glory; the King of Glory.
Who rules the nations with truth and justice; shines like the sun in all of its brilliance? The King of Glory; the King above all kings. Chorus
Bridge: Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, and worthy is the King who conquered the grave. (3X)
Words and music by Josh Farro, Jeremy Riddle, and Phil Wickham; 2012, Bethel Music, Seems Like Music, Sing My Songs, Phil Wickham Music, and Warner Chappell Music; CCLI License # 387777
You Are My King (Amazing Love)
I’m forgiven, because You were forsaken. I’m accepted; You were condemned. I’m alive and well, Your Spirit is within me, because You died and rose again.
Chorus: Amazing love, how can it be that You, my King, would die for me? Amazing love, I know it’s true; and it’s my joy to honor You. In all I do, I honor You.
You are my King, You are my King. Jesus, You are my King. Jesus, You are my King. Chorus
Words and Music by Billy James Foote; 1996, worshiptogether.com songs; CCLI License # 387777
Corporate Confession of Sin
Eric DeGroff, Ruling Elder
Gracious Lord, we confess we have dishonored You in our words, thoughts, and deeds. Depending on our strength, we have stumbled. Trusting in our goodness, we have become prideful. Confident in our plans for our lives, we have failed to seek Your will. We pray now, Lord, for You to forgive all of our many sins; to cleanse the darkness from our lives, and to turn our faces and hearts back towards You. We pray these things in the name of Your most precious Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Morning Prayer
(Dismissal for Children’s Worship for Age 4 through Kindergarten.)
Offertory
Hear My Cry
(** You Can Give by Text: Text "Give" to 757-500-8680. **)
Hymn No. 731
Doxology
Scripture Reading
John 7:53-8:11 (Pew Bible pg. 894)
Sermon
You’ve Been Caught in Adultery
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
New Covenant welcomes all baptized Christians who have forsaken their sin and trust in Jesus Christ alone for salvation, and who are members of congregations that proclaim the Gospel, to receive the Lord’s Supper with us. The elements will be passed through the rows in the sanctuary and in the fellowship hall. We wait to eat together as a family meal. Gluten free bread is provided.
Create in Me (During Communion)
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing (Hymn No. 457)
Come, Thou fount of ev’ry blessing, tune my heart to sing Thy grace; streams of mercy, never ceasing, call for songs of loudest praise. Teach me some melodious sonnet, sung by flaming tongues above; praise the mount! I’m fixed upon it, mount of Thy redeeming love.
Here I raise mine Ebenezer; hither by Thy help I’m come; and I hope, by Thy good pleasure, safely to arrive at home. Jesus sought me when a stranger, wand’ring from the fold of God: He, to rescue me from danger, interposed His precious blood.
O to grace how great a debtor daily I’m constrained to be! Let Thy grace, Lord, like a fetter, bind my wand’ring heart to Thee. Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it, prone to leave the God I love; here’s my heart, Lord, take and seal it, seal it for Thy courts above.
Words by Robert Robinson and music by John Wyeth; words and music are public domain; CCLI License # 387777
Postlude
Announcements
** Welcome to the Asheville Christian Academy Upper School Choir, Asheville, NC. They are directed by Christopher Aitken. See more information about the choir on the back page of the bulletin.
** Donations of Individually Wrapped Easter Egg Candy Needed. Please bring your donations to the sanctuary narthex and place them in the basket by Sunday, April 3. These donations will be used during our Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 9.
** Singtime Immediately After Worship TODAY, Preschool Through 5th grade, Learning Center in Children’s Ministry Wing.
** Sunday School Classes TODAY. Preschool through 5th grade in the Children’s Ministry Wing; Middle & High School Class in the Green Room; The Spiritual Gifts in Classroom B; The Life and Psalms of David in the Fellowship Hall.
** Adult Choir practice TODAY at 5:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. We are rehearsing music for the Easter season. All voices welcome!
** Board Games, TODAY, March 27. Join us for board games in classrooms A & B around 12:30 PM TODAY. All are welcome, and games are provided. Contact boardgames@newcovenantpca.org for more information!
** Work Day, Next Saturday, April 2. It’s that time of year again! Join us as we spruce up the lawns and gardens around the church before Easter on April 17. We will start around 9 a.m. Come when you can and stay as long as you are able. If you have any questions, please speak to Bill Pon, our facilities manager, or text or call him at 757-406-7529. A detailed list of work being done and tools you can bring is near the worship bulletins.
** Easter Egg Hunt & More, Saturday, April 9. This FREE event will be held from 10 a.m.–12 noon for children grade 5 and below. The kids will be outside behind the Fellowship Hall for the egg hunt and in the Fellowship Hall for the crafts, story, and cookies and punch. A basket to collect eggs and a smile is all that is needed!
** Volunteers Needed for Easter Egg Hunt, April 9. Please visit Jessica Stone at the Easter candy collection table in the sanctuary narthex where you can find out more details about different ways you can help with this wonderful outreach ministry to our preschool children and to the community children. Some of the ways include: set up at 9 a.m. on April 9; handing out snacks; helping with crafts; supervising kids during their egg hunt; and clean up.
** Adult Men & Teen Guys, join us for sports and fellowship at 7:00 p.m. on Monday nights! It’s also a great chance to get to know our brothers at Evergreen Korean Presbyterian. Sports include basketball, soccer, and foot tennis. Questions? Contact Josh Escamilla (josh.escamilla@newcovenantpca.org).
** Visit Our Website at www.newcovenantpca.org for information about our church – if you want to plug in at the church, you can do so through New Covenant Connect on the site.
** Are You Getting Texts & Emails Through Flocknote? If not, text please to 84576.
Asheville Christian Academy Upper School Choior
Choir Mission Statement:
We, the Asheville Christian Academy Upper School Choir, seek to glorify God both personally and corporately through the uncompromising pursuit of musical excellence. Through a diversity of choral literature, both sacred and secular, we aspire to minister the life-transforming power of God's truth, grace, and love to all who hear us. We desire to grow in our enjoyment of singing and to advance the public interest in Asheville Christian Academy, as well as further each member's education through travel, fellowship, and public contact. To God Be The Glory.
About the ACA Upper School Choir: The Asheville Christian Academy Upper School Choir rehearses three days per week and presents 6-7 concerts and church services each yeararound the Asheville, North Carolina area. The choir has also traveled to Raleigh, Atlanta, and Orlando. It averages around 60 members each year; this year, it consists of 17 freshmen, 23 sophomores, 6 juniors, and 11 seniors. It was also chosen by audition to participate in the 2015& 2018 Disney Candlelight Processional. About two weeks ago, the choir earned a “Superior” rating at the North Carolina Music Educators Association (NCMEA) state-level adjudication for large choral ensembles. There are many recordings of the choir which may be found on the Asheville Christian Academy YouTube page.
About the Director: Mr. Christopher Aitken is in his twelfth year as Director of Choirs at Asheville Christian Academy. He is a 2007 graduate of Grove City College (B.M. Music Education/Piano) and 2010 graduate of Houghton College (M.M. Choral Conducting). He also serves as Director of Worship at Trinity Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Asheville.
Easter Schedule
** Easter Egg Hunt, April 9, 10 a.m.-12 Noon **
** Maundy Thursday Communion Service, 7 p.m. **
** Easter Sunrise Service, 6:53 a.m. **
** Easter Worship Service, 9:30 a.m. ** (No Sunday School Classes)