Order of Worship & Holy Communion Sunday June 4, 2023
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Greater Framingham Community Church
An Extended Christian Family
Church Theme:
“Year of Miraculous Outpouring & Majestic Praise”
Exodus 15:6, 11
Sunday, June 4, 2023 ♦ 10:00 am
Franklin and Park Streets, PO Box 629
Framingham, MA 01704
Rev. Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd, Pastor
Church Office (508) 626-2118 ♦ Internet: www.gfccnet.org
Please Note: All services are videotaped\livestreamed, which means the camera spans the congregation at times, and you may be on the screen.
Worship and celebration
LIVESTREAMED: www.gfccnet.org/live
✝Prelude……….……….....................................................Praise Team
We Worship Through Praise Brother David Coleman
✝ Praise Choruses...............................................................Praise Team
Bless That Wonderful Name of Jesus
Like the Dew
Awesome
We Worship Through the Word
Scripture.....................Revelation 1: 9-20........Deacon Lula H. Evelyn
We Worship Through the Preached Word
Praise Selection..........Lord Keep Me Day By Day................ Praise Team
Sermon........................................................Rev. Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd
We Worship Through Prayer
Invitation to Christian Discipleship
Praise Selection.............. There is None Like You.................. Praise Team
We Worship in Response to Hearing the Word
Tithes & Offerings: (Please make your donations when entering or exiting the church service. An "Offering Container" is provided in the Narthex.)
✝Statement of Faith & Apostle’s Creed……………...Bulletin Page 6
✝Communion Litany & Holy Communion…………..Bulletin Page 7
Praise Selection.....................Call Him Up............................. Praise Team
✝Benediction
PLEASE TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES DURING WORSHIP SERVICE
✝Standing Please
Praise Selection
BLESS THAT WONDERFULNAME OF JESUS
Bless that wonderful name of Jesus.
Bless that wonderful name of Jesus.
Bless that wonderful name of Jesus,
No other name I know.
There's power in the name of Jesus.
Power in the name of Jesus.
Power in the name of Jesus,
No other name I know.
There's healing in the name of Jesus.
Healing in the name of Jesus.
Healing in the name of Jesus,
No other name I know.
LIKE THE DEW
I. Like the dew in the morning, gently rest upon my heart
Like the dew in the morning, gently rest upon my heart
II. Rest, Jesus. Rest, Jesus. Rest, Jesus
Like the dew in the morning
III. Rest, Jesus. Rest Jesus.
Rest, Jesus. Rest, Jesus.
Reign, Jesus. Reign, Jesus
Reign, Jesus. Reign, Jesus
Move, Jesus. Move, Jesus
Move, Jesus. Move, Jesus
Yes, Jesus. Yes, Jesus
Yes, Jesus. Yes, Jesus
Reign
Rule
Move
Yes
AWESOME
My God is awesome, He can move mountains
Keep me in the valley, hide me from the rain.
My God is awesome, heals me when I’m broken
Strength where I’ve been weakened, forever He will reign
My God is awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!
My God is awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!
My God is awesome, savior of the whole world
Giver of salvation, by His stripes I am healed
My God is awesome, today I am forgiven
His grace is why I’m living, praise His holy name
My God is awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!
My God is awesome! Awesome!
Awesome! Awesome!
He’s mighty, He’s mighty, He’s mighty, He’s mighty – Awesome! Awesome!
He’s holy . . . He’s great . . .
He’s mighty . . . Deliverer . . .
He’s holy . . . Provider . . .
Protector . . .
My God is awesome, He can move mountains
Keep me in the valley, hide me from the rain.
My God is awesome, heals me when I’m broken
Strength where I’ve been weakened, praise His holy name
LORD KEEP ME DAY BY DAY
Lord keep me day by day
In a pure and perfect way
I want to live, I want live Lord
in that building not made by hands
I'm just a stranger here
Travelling through this barren land
Something I know, there's a building
in that building not made by hands
Lord keep my body strong
So that I can do no wrong
Lord give me grace just to win this Christian race
to a building not made by hands
THERE IS NONE LIKE YOU
There is none like You
No one else can touch my heart like You do
I could search for all eternity Lord
And find there is none like You
CALL HIM UP
If you confess the Lord, call Him up
If you confess the Lord, call Him up
If you confess the Lord, call Him up
If you confess the Lord, call Him up
If you believe in the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost
Call Him up and tell Him what you want.
When darkness comes your way, call Him up
He'll brighten up your day, call Him up
When darkness comes your way, call Him up
He'll brighten up your day, call Him up
If you believe in the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost
Call Him up and tell Him what you want.
Delight thyself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.
Even though sometimes we stumble, even though sometimes we fall
Call Him up and tell Him what you want.
VAMP
Can't stop praising His name
I just can't stop praising His name
I just can't stop praising His name
Jesus!
V Condolences V
Please keep Diane Robart and family in prayer with the death of her mother Elaine Robert of St Lucia.
Arrangements are as follows:
Name of deceased: Elaine Robart
Date: June 10, 2023
Place: GFCC
Viewing: 10:00 AM
Service: 11:00 AM
Burial: Following the service
Cards can be sent to 19 Nob Hill Dr Framingham, MA 01701. Diane can be reached at 617-224-7424.
Please keep Felix & Sharon Mayers and family in prayer with the
death of Felix's nephew, Daniel Mayers on Monday, May 22, 2023.
The funeral service will be held at Daniel's father's church on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. The funeral service time will be set later.
Rev. Oswald Mayers
St Mark’s Episcopal Church
Boston, MA.
Cards can be sent to 169, Raymond Road Marlboro, MA 01752
HOLY COMMUNION
When we approach God's Holy Table, we do so with respect and reverence for who God is. It is not done with noise, commotion, moving around, or confusion. Please respect God by respecting His Holy Table.
CONFESSION OF FAITH
The church acknowledges as its head God, the Creator of all heaven and earth, Jesus Christ the Son of God, and the Holy Spirit, the Comforter. It acknowledges as brothers and sisters in Christ, all who share in this confession. It believes that all of those who are committed to building God's Kingdom and strive to keep His commandments are invited to partake of the Lord's Supper and that all such, with their families, are invited to the Ordinance of Baptism.
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: “APOSTLES” CREED
I 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 Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. On the third day, he arose from the dead; he ascended into heaven and sat on the right hand of God, the Father Almighty: from thence, he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Church (universal), the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sin, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen!
THE LORD’S SUPPER
I Corinthians 11: 23 – 34
Pastor: For I have received of the Lord that I also delivered unto you. That the Lord Jesus, the same night in which he was betrayed, took bread:
People: And when he had given thanks, he broke it and said Take eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me.
Pastor: After the same manner, also he took the cup when he had supped, saying; this cup is the New Testament in my blood: this does ye, as often as ye drink it, in remembrance of me.
People: For as often as ye eat this bread and drink this cup, ye do show the Lord’s death till he comes.
Pastor: Wherefore, whosoever shall eat this bread and drink this cup of the Lord unworthily shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.
People: But let a person examine themselves, and so let them eat of that bread, and drink of that cup.
Pastor: For they that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to themselves, not discerning the Lord’s body.
People: For this cause, many are weak in [Faith] and sick among you, and many sleep.
Pastor: For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged.
People: But when we judge, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world.
Pastor: Wherefore, my friends, when ye come together to eat, tarry one for another.
All: And if a person hungers, let them eat at home; that they come not together to this table, disregarding its purpose, and unto condemnation. And the rest will I set in order when I come
Church Theme 2023
“Year of Miraculous Outpouring & Majestic Praise”
Exodus 15:6 , 11; Psalm 8:1; Psalm 29:4; Psalm 111:3; 2 Peter 1:17; Psalm 77:4
Matthew 11:20-2; Acts 19:11; Acts 12:28; 1 Corinthians 12:28; Hebrews 2:4
God is doing a new thing and taking us to a new level. He calls us to seek Him and will do miracles in our midst. This year we are praying for miracles in our lives, the lives of our families, and our Church family. As we pray and seek His face, we are going to give God Majestic Praise along the way. The songwriters said: I seek a miracle every day and I want to Praise Him.
MONDAY MORNINGS WITH THE PASTOR
We invite you to join us for Early Morning Prayer with the Pastor
at 8:00 am on Monday mornings.
Prayer Line: 1-605-313-4818
Access Code: 702588#.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT STUDY: NEW BOOK OF STUDY
Since Wednesday, May 17th, we have started the study of 1 Kings. The study picks up with David making Solomon king to succeed him on the throne. Solomon had mixed results, with his wealth and wisdom being known worldwide. He built palaces and cities, and a beautiful temple.-The house of the Lord did not match. But while on the throne, he also allowed idol worship to creep into the kingdom. And after his death, a civil war tore the nation in two. Successive kings were mainly terrible, and the prophet Elijah had dramatic confrontations with King Ahab, who could forget Jezebel on the scene. Join us Wednesday nights at 7:30 pm.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207666279?pwd=UlJIMHBZNWg4UVhhOEFJc2hXbGVYdz09
You may also call into the Bible Study.
Phone# 646-876-9923
Meeting ID: 872 0766 6279
Access Code: 021876
THURSDAY MORNING PRAYER
If you would like to be a part of a Morning Prayer group, you can just do so by dialing in to pray or request prayer. The line opens from 5:30 am to 7:15 am.
Prayer line: 605-313-4818
Access Code: 702588#
THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
The New Topic of study is Romans. We continue to meet on Thursday evenings for one hour at 7:00 PM. We use Google Meets and the phone connection to refresh the platform information. Video conferencing is available.
Phone: 605-313-4818 PIN: 702588#.
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY via IN-PERSON & ZOOM
Men's Bible Study has resumed on Saturdays at 8:30 am
in the Fellowship Hall and by Zoom.
Topic: MCF Bible Study
You can find the Zoom link on the church website: www.gfccnet.org
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL AND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CLASS
Adult Sunday School has resumed on Sunday morning. We start at 8:45am and go through 9:30am.
Sis. Cathy Oliver-Jones is doing the Adult Sunday school on Sundays. Min. Thompson and Rev. Dr. Courtney O Lackard are the leaders of The Christian Education class.
You can find the Zoom link on the church website: www.gfccnet.org
VOLUNTEERS-KITCHEN MINISTRY
Are you interested in being part of the Kitchen Ministry? The Kitchen Ministry is looking for new members to join the committee to support the Monthly Second Sunday Dinners and weekly Ministry Coffee Hour after service.
Please reach out to Kendra Martin: kendrasmartin@gmail.com or text at 617-981-0660 if you’re interested in joining the Kitchen Ministry.
Thank you!
GFCC AFTER CHURCH COFFEE FELLOWSHIP
On Sunday, June 11th, 2023, immediately after service, our Fellowship, hosted by the Board of Youth and YAMS, will occur in the fellowship hall.
This is a time to mingle, meet other church members, make new friends, and enjoy coffee\tea and pastries.
Join us after church!
See you all!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The following packing session will occur at Greater Framingham Community Church on Friday, June 9th, at 12:30 pm, and distribution will be held on Saturday, June 10th, at 9:00 am. We need volunteers for 1½ hours each day to help provide food for 90 families.
To sign up, please reach out to the Central Office at 508-626-2118
or Linda James at 508-788-0611.
SUPPORT FOR THE VICTIMS OF THE TORNADO IN ALABAMA
With the recent tornado in Alabama, we want to remember the suffering and death going on.
We, as a Church, will be donating to support the victims of this catastrophe. We will collect money for victims. Jr Church [our children] will lead us in collecting funds Mission\Outreach match the church's giving, put on memo line Hurricane\Tornado relief.
Please keep the people of Alabama in your prayers!
JOBS OPENINGS AT GFCC
Part-time Position: Church Administrative Assistant
This position is part-time, 20 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Inquiries can be made to Walter Johnson, chair of Personnel ministry, or the Pastor.
During this time of transition, please send all correspondence to the Central Office to the Church Administrator: assistant@gfccnet.org.
Please pray for the following individuals who have answered the call to further service on behalf of the Kingdom of Christ and the Greater Framingham Community Church (GFCC).
Candidates to be ordained to the ministry
Minister Quincy Mosby
Minister Beverly Thompson
Minister Belinda Mpagazehe
Candidates for the license to serve on the ministerial staff
Deacon Almarie Dawkins
Deacon Karen Blake
Pat Ramsey
Marshalee Kehlhem
Candidates for election & ordination to serve on the deacon Ministry
Rose Accam
Moses Osagie
Courtney Burrell
Donna Crutchfield Lundy
Celanie Simpson
Congratulations to the parents, Quincy and Julie Nunnally, and the Grandmother, Barbara Nunnally who welcomed the baby Kyrie Michael Nunnally- 7lbs 8 ounces 20 inches.
Both parents and baby are doing well!
The family of Carolyn and Deacon Ev Reynolds and the family of Carolyn’s brother, Freddie and Marie Langston would like to thank the Deacons and church for your cards and words of comfort during the untimely death of Carolyn’s great step-nephew and her brother and sister-in-law’s grandson, Allenton Gilbert of Dayton, Ohio.
Your thoughtfulness was greatly appreciated.
Carolyn Reynolds
Graduation Sunday Celebration
June 25th 2023 @ 10:00 am
High School graduates are encouraged to wear clothing that matches the College or University they will be attending Graduation this Sunday.
Why not blog online with the Reverend Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd, Pastor, about Sunday's Sermon? Then, go to our church website or Facebook and begin the chat!
To chat with the Reverend, email him at: Pastor@gfccnet.org.
Sermon Title: “God Favors Me”
Scripture: Job 1-2:10 & 19:25
“FIRESIDE CHAT” QUESTIONS
- What do you plan to do until God Answers your prayers?
- How do you reconcile the favor of God in your life and the trouble
Does that also come?
- How or why do you give Majestic Praise to God when others are
blessed and offer No praise?
- Have you found God to be a sustainer in your life when He has not
been a deliverer?
- Can God trust you when Satan raises his ugly head, and things go
wrong in your life?
- Is it an honor to be chosen by God to endure suffering?
- Are you a JOB Saint?
- Can you say: What I received from God was not punishment but preparation?
- Have you seen God give you strength when you have been weak?
- What is your working definition of “God’s Favor?
- Has God shown himself to be a" Kinsmen Redeemer" in your life?
You are listening to God’s Words and messages for you. Make a few personal notes as you listen. Then, revisit your notes during quiet time spent with the Lord over the coming week. Allow God to crystallize His truths in your life.
Sermon Title: “God Favors Me”
Scripture: Job 1-2:10 & 19:25
Main ideas of the Sermon:
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Invitation to Accept Christ in your life
□ I accepted Christ today □ I want to accept Christ into my life
Invitation for Membership (Please Print)
We welcome you as a new Greater Framingham Community Church Family member. If you wish to unite with GFCC, please complete the information below and submit this form to one of our Deacons, Ushers, or Ministers or drop it in the collection box in the Narthex.
I want to join the Greater Framingham Community Church, and I come:
□ Already baptized with Christian experience □ As a candidate for baptism
Today’s Date: ____________________
Name: __________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________
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Phone: __________________________________________________
Email: __________________________________________________
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