1. family and parenting
2. children

Gather to Worship
For your convenience, we have a staffed nursery for infants and toddlers and a live video feed
of the service in the All Saints Room downstairs. Christian Education for children starts at 10.45am.
Welcome
Silent moment to prepare for worship
By your power may we, with all the saints, comprehend the breadth and length and
height and depth of the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, so that we may be
filled with your fullness. Amen.
Gathering Song
Come, Thou Almighty King, words: 18th Century. music: Felice de Giardini, 1769.
GATHER
Call to Worship
Leader:
All:
Venite
Come let us sing to the Lord;
let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.
Leader:
All:
Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving
and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.
Leader:
All:
For the Lord is a great God,
and a great King above all gods.
Venite, from Psalm 95, Music: Paul van der Bijl, 2012
GATHER
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Leader:
All:
In his hand are the caverns of the earth,
and the heights of the hills are his also.
Leader:
All:
The sea is his, for he made it,
and his hands have molded the dry land.
Leader:
All:
Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee,
and kneel before the Lord our Maker.
Leader:
For he is our God,
and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand.
All:
For he is our God,
and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand.
Be Still My Soul, Words: Katharina von Schlegel, 1752. Music: Jean Sibelius, 1899.
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GATHER
2nd service only
Sacrament of Baptism
There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of you calling, one Lord,
one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all in all. - Ephesians 4:4-6
Sing to Prepare, Holy Baptism
All:
Holy Baptism, Words, vs1 - Scott Brenner, 1903, vs.2-3, Steve Hendershot - Ethos Presbyterian
Church, Chicago, 2012; Music, Paul van der Bijl, 2012
Beckett Joel Gorczynski, son of Jason & Karin
Prayer of Congregational Blessing:
All:
Ever-living God, in your mercy you promised to be not only our God but also
the God of our children. We thank you for receiving Beckett by baptism. Keep
him always in your love. Guide him as he grows in faith. Protect him in all the
dangers and temptations of life. May he be a faithful disciple of your son Jesus
Christ to his life’s end. In Christ’s name, Amen.
Sing to Respond, “Holy Baptism”, verse 1
BAPTISM
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Invocation
Prayer of Invocation
Leader:
O Holy Spirit, visit us with your presence today:
O God, full of compassion,
we commit and commend ourselves to you,
in whom we are, and live, and know.
Be the goal of our pilgrimage, and our rest by the way.
Let our souls take refuge
from the crowding turmoil of worldly thought
beneath the shadow of your wings.
Let our hearts, this sea of restless waves,
find peace in you, O God. Amen.
a prayer of Agustine of Hippo (354-430)
(First service only) Children ages 4-8 are now dismissed for children’s worship.
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GATHER
Confession and Assurance
Invitation to Confess, from Isaiah 64
Leader:
All:
We have all become like one who is unclean,
And all our righteous deeds are like a polluted garment.
Leader:
All:
We all fade like a leaf,
And our iniquities, like the wind, take us away.
Leader:
All:
There is no one who calls upon your name,
Who rouses himself to take hold of you;
Leader:
All:
For you have hidden your face from us,
And have made us melt in the hand of our iniquities.
Silent time to pray and confess
A prayer to help with confession:
God of all flesh, in Jesus Christ you have immersed divine splendor and wisdom
into human life. You are not repelled by the shabbiness and shamefulness of
our lives but seek to redeem us. We confess our repulsion from those whose actions bewilder us, whose sorrow burdens us, or whose good fortune somehow
detracts from our lives. Our compassion is limited to those like ourselves. Our
kindness is reserved for those kind to us. Our passionate concern remains silent
until our own little kingdoms are threatened. O God, forgive us. Cleanse us of
self-centeredness and open us to the whole breadth and length, height and
depth of your love, manifest in all creation. Amen.
A prayer of lament: (from Psalm 13)
How long, O LORD? Will you forget me forever?
How long will you hide your face from me?
How long must I wrestle with my thoughts
and every day have sorrow in my heart?
How long will my enemy triumph over me?
Look on me and answer, O LORD my God.
Give light to my eyes, or I will sleep in death;
my enemy will say, “I have overcome him,”
and my foes will rejoice when I fall.
But I trust in your unfailing love;
my heart rejoices in your salvation.
I will sing to the LORD,
for he has been good to me.
CONFESS
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All:
Sing to Confess
My Jesus I Love Thee, Words: William Featherston, 1864. Music: Adoniram Gordon, 1876
Assurance of Pardon, from Isaiah 64 and 2 Corinthians 4
Leader:
All:
But now, O Lord, you are our Father;
we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.
Leader:
And we have this treasure, Christ, in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing
power belongs to God and not to us.
So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is
being renewed day by day to the glory of God.
All:
Sing to Assure, “My Jesus Love I Love Thee,” verse 1
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CONFESS
Teach the Word
Lessons from the Word, read by Ryan and Jennie von Drehle j, Neil Okuley k
Old Testament Lesson -
Deuteronomy 7.6-8 (page 152)
Gospel Lesson -
Mark 11.20-25 (page 847)
Reader:
All:
The Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God
Respond to the Word, verses 1 - 3
God is Our Strong Salvation, Words: James Montgomery, 1822, Ann Warring, vs3-4, 1850;
Music, Traditional English Melody
WORD
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The Word
Pastor Aaron Baker, Put These On
Sermon Text: Colossians 3.12-17 (page 984)
Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate
hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another
and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord
has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. And above all these put on love, which
binds everything together in perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in
your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Let
the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in
all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your
hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name
of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Respond to the Word, “God is Our Strong Salvation”, verse 4
Sermon Series: In Him All Things Cohere: Study in Colossians, sermon 15
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WORD
Call To Community
Romans 12:4-8: For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have
the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of
another. Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them...
Passing the Peace
2 Corinthians 13:11-14: Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in
peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you. Greet one another with a holy kiss. All
the saints greet you.
Leader:
All:
May the love of God the Father, and the grace of Jesus the Son,
and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be and abide with you all.
And also with you.
Greet each other in the Name of Christ
Jesus Savior Pilot Me, Words: Edward Hopper, 1871, Music: Joseph Pensak and Isaac Wardell Trinity Presbyterian Church, Charlottesville VA, 2008
COMMUNITY
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In Community
Announcements about Covenant events and opportunities during the coming weeks
The Giving of Our Gifts
Please take a moment to fill out the pew pads found in your seat by the center aisle.
This lets our leadership know of your presence, and also helps you to learn the names of
your fellow worshippers.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
All:
Almighty God, giver of every good and perfect gift,
teach us to render to you all that we have and all that we are,
that we may praise you,
not with our lips only, but with our whole lives,
turning the duties, the sorrows, and the joys of all our days
into a living sacrifice to you,
through our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Doxology, Kancional, 1602; harm. Tune from Psalter Hymnal #283, Text: Doxology #25
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COMMUNITY
Statement of Faith
Nicene Creed, 325 AD
All:
We believe in one God,
the Father almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all things visible and invisible.
And in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
begotten from the Father before all ages,
God from God,
Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made;
of the same essence as the Father.
Through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven:
he became incarnate by the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary,
and was made human.
He was crucified for us under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered and was buried.
The third day he rose again, according to the Scriptures
he ascended to heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again with glory
to judge the living and the dead.
His kingdom will never end.
And we believe in the Holy Spirit,
the Lord, the giver of life.
He proceeds from the Father and the Son,
And with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified.
He spoke through the prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church.
We affirm one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and to life in the world to come. Amen.
COMMUNITY
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Go With Joy
A Song to Send
All:
The Lord is King, Words: Josiah Conder, 1824, Music: Nathan Partain - Redeemer Presbyterian
Church, Indianapolis, IN, 2003
Leader:
Benediction
Musicians at Covenant Today: Meghan Bolger, vocal; Faith Grudziecki, vocal; Steven Haschke,
piano, flute; Vincent Huang, violin; Bill Heine, vocal; Brian Riggs, upright bass, banjo; Paul van der
Bijl, guitar, vocal, percussion; P.D. Young, electric, acoustic guitar, keys, percussion.
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SENDING
All songs not under public domain are used by permission, CCLI #1776100
Welcome to Covenant Presbyterian Church
a church, a city, and a world continually made new by the grace of Christ
Welcome to Covenant Presbyterian Church. We are glad you’re here.
WEEKLY AT COVENANT
1st service
2nd service
Prelude:8:50am10:35am
Worship:9:00am 10:45am
Children’s Worship: (ages 4-8)9:20am
Children’s Sunday School: 10:45am
Youth Sunday School: (6th-12th grade, Ed. Bldg.)
10:45am
EVERY WEEK
Monday Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Join
Church office closed
Al-Anon, 6pm, Fellowship Hall
AA, 7pm, Gym
Adult Floor Hockey, 7pm, Gym
Parent’s Bible Study, 6.30pm, All Saints Rm.
Awana, 6.30pm, Ed. Building
Mom’s Bible Study, 10am, All Saints Rm.
AA (Women’s), 7pm, All Saints Rm.
Volleyball, 8.30pm, Gym
The Covenant Connection:
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and news subscribe to our
newsletter, Covenant Connection.
Send an email with your request
to connection@covenantchicago.
org, or subscribe online at http://
covenantchicago.org.
WEEKLY EVENTS
Co-Ed Soccer: Join others from Covenant and the local community for co-ed, mixed skill level soccer. The
group meets at 3 pm in the gym. Contact Josh Norton at joshua.d.norton@gmail.com for more information.
Covenant Volleyball: Join others from Covenant for competitive level volleyball in the gym. We play most
Fridays in the Fall through Memorial Day at 8 pm and everyone is welcome! If you would like more information,
or to be added to the email list, contact Linda Gehrs at LMGehrs@gmail.com.
Mom’s Bible Study: The Mom’s Bible Study meets from 10-11:30 each Thursday in the All Saints Room at
Covenant and childcare is available. Email Amy Lewis (amylewster@gmail.com) for more information or to be
added to the group’s email list.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Covenant Life Class: This is a six week introduction to the vision and values of Covenant Presbyterian
Church. The class is a requirement for those who wish to become members, but will be equally valuable for
those who are interested in learning more about the church. We’ll meet on Sundays at 10:45 am in the Library
through March 1.
Men’s Retreat: The 2015 Men’s Retreat will be April 24-26th at Covenant Harbor in Lake Geneva, WI. More
details will be coming soon.
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CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Awana: Our weekly Kids’ Club meets every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 pm in the Education Building
throughout the school year and trains children in biblical truths, facilitates Bible memorization, and allows
them to participate in fun games. If your child, ages 3 through 6th grade, is interested in participating, contact
Jenny Geishert at jgeishert@covenantchicago.org.
Children’s Choir: Children ages 4-11 are invited to join Covenant’s children choir. The group meets each
Sunday from 10:20-10:40 in the All Saints Room to practice and performs occasionally during the worship
services. Questions? Contact Krista Thomas at krista.kylen@gmail.com.
Covenant Preschool Co-op: The Preschool is now accepting applications for the 2015-16 school year.
Applications are due March 1st. The primary goal of the co-op is to provide a thoroughly Christian, wellexecuted preschool for families from Covenant and affiliated churches. It meets on Tuesday and Thursday
mornings during the school year. You can download an application and information packet from our website:
http://www.covenantchicago.org/ministries_preschool.htm or contact the Preschool Board (preschool@
covenantchicago.org) to ask questions or arrange to observe the classroom.
Serve
AT COVENANT
To find out more about service opportunities, please e-mail service@covenantchicago.org.
Musicians: If you are a musician and would like to be involved with Covenant’s music on Sunday mornings
please contact Paul van der Bijl at pvanderbijl@covenantchicago.org. If you would like to join the choir please
contact Iva Riggs at iva.riggs@gmail.com.
Children’s Ministry: Our children’s ministry is lively and growing. We are currently looking for Sunday School
volunteers through May and ongoing volunteers for the 0-3 nurseries. Most volunteers serve on a monthly
basis. If interested, please mark the “Children’s Ministry” box on the pewpads or email Lenae van der Bijl at
lvanderbijl@covenantchicago.org.
Mercy Committee: The Mercy Committee will meet on Sunday, February 15 at 12:15pm in the Conference
Room, in the Education Buildling. If you have any questions, please contact mercy@covenantchicago.org.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Safe Families for Children: Safe Families is a unique social movement which addresses the needs of
young struggling families by providing hospitality to their children while they work on their homelessness,
unemployment, illness or need for rehab. Host families open their homes to children for a few days or as
long as a few months. To learn more, please contact Toni Horras at thorras@safefamilies.net or the Mercy
Committee at mercy@covenantchicago.org.
News & Announcements
Next Week’s Sermon Text: Colossians 3.18-4.1
Ash Wednesday Service. The season of Lent begins on February 18. Our service will be at 7pm. Childcare
will be provided, and we’ll be joined by Ethos and Cityview Presbyterian churches.
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Meals Ministry: The Meals Ministry provides meals for individuals and families in times of need. If you
have recently had a baby, are in a period of transition or have suffered a loss, please contact meals@
covenantchicago.org to request a meal.
Mothers-to-Be:
January 30 - Lesley Stump, February 9 - Glenda Monterey, February 17 - Sandy Schommer, June 18 Annaliese Spalink, June 30 - Cindy Schneider
To be added to this list as a pregnant or adopting mother, please contact the church office (office@
covenantchicago.org)
Volunteers for This Week
Ushers 9:00 am - Keary and Jerry Bramwell, Sarah Bauer, Cris Kennedy
Ushers 10:45 am - Barry Brown, Linda Gehrs, Mark Hicks, Jonathan Womack
Common Ground - Harrison Small Group
Volunteers for Next Week
Ushers 9:00 am - Josh Norton, Melissa Norton, Chuck Michalek, Ben Miller, Ryan Von Drehle
Ushers 10:45 am - David Nienhueser, Matt Ver Steeg, Jeff Tabares, Brian Manley, Dave Fleming
Common Ground - Paul & Joann Morgan, Tom Pichert, Sarah Song
Communion Servers - David & Michele Dillon (9:00); Lauren Ireland, Dave Dewit (10:45)
Service Calendar:
Fridays at 10 am: February 8: February 12: February 28: March 12: Assist a children’s music class at Breakthrough
Mercy Committee Meeting
Serve Dinner at Breakthrough’s Men’s Shelter
Serve Breakfast at Breakthrough’s Women’s Shelter
Serve dinner at Breakthrough’s Men’s Shelter