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August 23, 2015theNationalPresbyterianChurchLeading People to BecomeFaithful Followers of Jesus ChristTogether in God’s WorldOthers may trust in horses and in chariots,but our trust is in the Lord our God.Psalm 20:7Dr. David Renwick, Senior Pastor . Dr. Quinn Fox, Associate PastorRev. Donna Marsh, Associate Pastor . Rev. Evangeline Taylor, Associate PastorParish Associates: Dr. Nancy T. Fox and Dr. Donald R. WilsonDr. Michael Denham, Director of Music MinistriesWilliam Neil, Organist . Hilda Gore, Contemporary Music LeaderMinistry Directors: J. Theodore Anderson (Library & Older Adults),Jill Meek (Children), Leslie Saum (Connections), McLane Stone (Youth)

8:30 a.m. WORSHIPJones HallpWelcome Songsp10,000 ReasonsOne Thing RemainsMatthew RedmanJeremy RiddleWelcome and AnnouncementsDr. Quinn FoxCall to WorshipDavid ThompsonSong of ResponseLord I Need YouChristy NockelsPrayer of AdorationConfession of sin in unisonO God,though our sins be seven,though our sins be seventy times seven,though our sins be more numerous than the hairs of our heads,yet give us grace in loving repentanceto cast ourselves down into the depths of your mercy and compassion,where alone we find forgiveness and restoration.from Christina RossettiSilent Confession and Assurance of PardonBelieve the good news of the Gospel.In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. Thanks be to God.pResponse of PraiseForeverKari JobeScriptureJudges 4:1-16The Word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.SermonpDeborahRev. Evangeline TaylorAffirmation of FaithApostles’ CreedDr. Nancy FoxI believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christhis 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; thethird day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the righthand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and thedead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; theforgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.Prayer of ResponseThe Lord’s PrayerClosing Song2offering receivedMy LighthouseRend CollectivepClosing Prayer and BenedictionpPassing the Peace of ChristSongs used by permission: CCLI # 100655 and #17315

10:45 a.m. WORSHIPSanctuaryEntering God’s PresencePreludeCall to WorshippHymn 288pPrayer of AdorationpChoral ResponseI Sing the Mighty Power of GodWilliam Neil, organDr. Quinn FoxEllacombeWer nur den lieben GottSing, pray, and swerve not from God’s ways,but do thine own part faithfully.Trust the rich promises of grace,so shall they be fulfilled in thee.God never yet forsook at needthe soul secured by trust indeed.Confession of sin in unisonO God,though our sins be seven,though our sins be seventy times seven,though our sins be more numerous than the hairs of our heads,yet give us grace in loving repentanceto cast ourselves down into the depths of your mercy and compassion,where alone we find forgiveness and restoration.from Christina RossettiSilent ConfessionAssurance of PardonBelieve the good news of the Gospel.In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. Thanks be to God.pCongregational ResponseGloria PatriGlory 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.Hearing God’s WordA Time for Children of All AgesWelcome and AnnouncementsRev. Evangeline TaylorDr. Quinn Fox3

Psalm 68Refrain sung first by choir, then by congregationHal H. HopsonSing to God, sing praises to God’s name;lift up a song to the One who rides before us;the name of our God is the Lord;exult before him. RefrainO kingdoms of the earth sing to God;sing praises to the Lord who rides the heavens;behold, he sends out his voice,his mighty voice. RefrainO Lord, when you went before your people,when you marched through the wilderness,the earth shook at the presence of God,the God of Sinai, the God of Israel. RefrainThe Lord our God the Almightyhas come into his kingdom.Let us give him the glory forever:Amen, amen, amen!ScriptureJudges 4:1-16Deacon Susan JuliusThe Word of the Lord.pew Bible pp. 191-192Thanks be to God.SermonDeborah: Prophet, Patriot, and PoetRespondingRev. Evangeline Taylorto God’s Grace and CallChoral ResponseFor all the faithful women who served in days of old,to you shall thanks be given; to all their stories told.They served with strength and gladness in tasks your wisdom gave.To you their lives bore witness, proclaimed your power to save.pNylandH. G. StuempfleAffirmation of FaithApostles’ CreedDr. Nancy FoxI believe in God 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 FatherAlmighty; 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.Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s PrayerOur 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;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.4

Offering of Tithes and GiftsOur God Is a RockOur God is a Rock, and a tower of salvation,a shield and a stronghold, protecting from harm.He sends forth his power to the ends of creation,upholding the worlds by the strength of his arm.We thank thee, O God, for thy goodness and mercy,thy power and thy presence banish all fear.Though trouble surround us, it shall not confound us,our hearts will be strong, for we know thou art near.With songs of thanksgiving repeat we the storyof all thou hast done, and for all thou hast been.For thine is the kingdom, the pow’r and the gloryForever and ever. Amen and amen.pDoxologyKatharine K. DavisLasst uns erfreuenPraise God from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below;Alleluia! Alleluia!Praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!pPrayer of DedicationpHymn 447pBenediction and Choral AmenpPassing the Peace of ChristpPostludepLead On, O King EternalLancashireCongregation standing, as ableThe flowers in the Sanctuary are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Walter C. McCabein celebration of his August 20th birthday by his wife Nancy and family.Take flowers to brighten someone’s day. Are you planning to visit someone who is ill or homebound? Take along flowers to bring some cheer! Bud vases with fresh flowers may be found onthe table outside of Elson Parlor.Chapel prayers after worship: If you have a joy or concern on your heart, come to the chapeldown the hall to the right as you exit the sanctuary. A pastor, elder or deacon, and StephenMinister will be there to pray with you privately about your concerns and celebrations.WELCOME,GUESTS!We are so glad you are here today. Welcome packets and information on the church are available at the information table tothe right as you exit the sanctuary, and at the entrances to the church building. Enjoy coffee and cookies downstairs in Stone Fellowship Hall after worship. Our Connections Team, wearing purple badges, are here to welcome you and answerquestions. Tours of the church on Sundays or weekdays are available upon request. Please call:202.537.7529.In order to share God’s word with the world, our services are video recorded and broadcast online. If you donot wish to appear on camera, seating is available in the balcony and first ten pews as you enter the Sanctuary.5

TODAYPray Eat Love T-ShirtsAvailable today!Pick up a t-shirt to wear all morningon Sept. 6, at the information table tothe right outside of the Sanctuary, ordownstairs in Stone Hall. No charge;donations gladly accepted.Join the Pray Eat Love TeamNoon, Church Room 5You can still be a part of the team forour annual “Pray, Eat, Love” event onSunday, Sept. 6. There are many waysto lend a hand! Contact: Leslie Saum,LSaum@ NationalPres.org 202.537.7494.Tenleytown OutreachPilot ProgramNoon, Elson ParlorYou’re invited to an informationalmeeting with Shaun Smithson of SearchMinistries, who will be partnering withNPC in a pilot effort to reach out toour neighbors through a home-based,relational evangelism program. Shaunwill help us understand how to love ourneighbors by giving them space to voicelife’s tough questions.Welcome Visitors from ThailandThis morning we welcome WitthayaPhuttharaksa and his wife Kat, friendsfrom NPC mission partner McGilvaryCollege of Divinity in Chiang Mai,Thailand. Witthaya has taught NewTestament at McGilvary and will beginstudy for his Master of Arts at PrincetonTheological Seminary this semester.Bring August Food Donations:Brown or White RicePlease bring 1 lb. bags of brown or whiterice for mission partner Martha’s Tableto the baskets outside of Stone Hall, orupstairs at the information table. You canalso help by packing and delivering food toMartha’s Table; contact: Nancy ChapmanColb, nancy@nchapman.com.6SUNDAY SCHOOL9:30 a.m.AdultsStone HallKaren Wright MarshAn Ancient Path to Balance in Life:Saints, Sleep and SanityJoin us for insights from St. Benedictand St. Scholastica – saints that speakto the need for balance in our livestoday. Karen Wright Marsh directsTheological Horizons, a strategicministry that supports Christiansin academia on the campus ofUniversity of Virginia.YouthMultipurpose Building Middle and high school (rising 6th–12th grade): Multipurpose Room 101ChildrenSchool Building Preschool (age 3-5): Room 104 Elementary (rising 1st-5th grade):Room 144Elementary begins together with worshipmusic, then splits into two groups for ageappropriate teaching and activities. Gathering for parents: Multipurposeroom (in the back of the gym)Drop your kids off at Sunday Schooland stay for coffee and conversation.Free BooksStop by the Culbertson Library, upstairsin the Administration Building, topick up one or more free books! These400 new and slightly used books weredonations to the library, but cannot beused in the collection.