July 21, 2024 Bulletin

By grace alone, through faith alone, because of Christ alone

Order of Worship

Preparation for Worship

Prelude and Silent Prayer

Introit ~ “Ye Servants of God, Your Master Proclaim”

* Hymn #167 ~ “When Morning Gilds the Skies”

Welcome and Announcements

Adoration of God

Call to Worship: 1 Chronicles 16:8-10

* Hymn ~ “Jesus Is Lord”

Confession of Sin

* Reading of the Law: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Assurance of Pardon

Affirmation of Faith: Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q&A 76-78

Q. 76. Which is the ninth commandment?

A. 76. The ninth commandment is: You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.

Q. 77. What is required in the ninth commandment?

A. 77. The ninth commandment requires us to maintain and promote truth between men, and our own and our neighbor’s good name, especially when called upon to bear witness.

Q. 78. What is forbidden in the ninth commandment?

A. 78. The ninth commandment forbids whatever misrepresents truth, or is injurious to our own or our neighbor’s good name.

* Hymn #170 ~ “Fairest Lord Jesus”

Means of Grace

Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer

Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 25:6-9

New Testament Reading: Acts 4:5-12

Sermon: “There is No One Else” (John 6:60-71)

* Hymn ~ “In Christ Alone”

Communion

Response and Blessing

* Doxology to the tune of “For All the Saints” #358

Praise ye the Lord, His mighty works acclaim:
His years are endless, yet is He the same.
O sing His praise, give glory to His holy name:
Alleluia, Alleluia. Amen.

* Blessing/Benediction

[* indicates to please stand]

Sermon Notes

“There is No One Else” (John 6:60-71)

  1. Introduction
  2. Many Turn Away
    1. What was so offensive?
    2. Revealed hearts
  3. Application
    1. A word to discouraged Christians
    2. A solemn warning

Announcements

Today: Nursery for children during Worship.

Today: The “Worship Training Room” (across from kitchen) is available for young families (livestream)

Communication from us? Please fill out a Communication Card (on back table)

Today: After worship, come see inside our additional 7,000 sf. Space, ideas?

Tuesday: “Trail Life” ages 5-17, 6:30pm; Fort Steilacoom Park (weather permitting)

Wednesday: “Women’s Summer Gathering,” 6:30-8:30pm, sign up in Fellowship Hall

Thursday: “Summer Park Fellowship,” Owen Beach, 10am-1pm

Friday: Men’s Fireside Theology, 7-9pm

Saturday: ERC Mission Trip to Yakama Indian Reservation (Sacred Road) leaves, returns August 4

August 9: Dwane Henning Golf “Scramble” Tournament, see Pastor Rich

August 18: Church Picnic, 1-4pm at SCA, Talent Show and more

Reminder: No food or drink in sanctuary

Pastoral Counseling? See Pastor Henry

Food Pantry: Food available for ERC families in kitchen

Next Week’s Sermon Text: John 7:1-31