The Public Worship of God
The Lord's Day -- April 12, 2026; 11AM
PRELUDE
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
- CALL TO WORSHIP: Psalm 108:10-13
Elder: “Who will bring me into the strong city? Who will lead me to Edom?
All: Is it not You, O God, who cast us off? And You, O God, who did not
go out with our armies?
Elder: Give us help from trouble, for the help of man is useless.
All: Through God we will do valiantly, for it is He who shall tread
down our enemies."
INVOCATION, CONFESSION, ASSURANCE OF PARDON
HYMN OF RESPONSE (#265) "Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain"
SCRIPTURE READINGS: Obadiah 1:1-14;
Acts 4:23-31
(Congregational response: "He is our God; we are His people.")
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Westminster Confession 30.3 pg. 846
GLORIA PATRI pg. 735
WORSHIP OF GOD IN TITHES & OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY
- DOXOLOGY (#731)
PASTORAL PRAYER, PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION, LORD'S PRAYER
SERMON: "THE DAY" Obadiah 1
SACRAMENT OF THE LORD'S SUPPER (Please note the printed and spoken
admonitions of our pastor. Please hold the elements to partake together.)
BENEDICTION & THREE-FOLD "AMEN" & POSTLUDE
Congregation Information This Week…
WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR SERVICE! Today we will be obser-ving the Lord's Supper. All who have publicly professed their faith in Jesus Christ and belong to Christian Churches as baptized and communicant members in "good standing" are welcomed to receive this sacrament. Further contemplation and examination regarding our communion with Christ and each other are in order. We pray that your faith will be properly nourished here.
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL! Enhance your discipleship by attending a class offered for YOU, here on Sunday mornings at 10AM!
YOUTH CHOIR & PASTOR'S BIBLE STUDY TONIGHT @ 5PM
LADIES AM BIBLE STUDY meets this Tuesday at Miss Ann's home; 9:30AM
WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAMILY SUPPER & DEVOTIONS meets in our Memorial Hall at 6PM. This evening provides a shared meal, a time of singing, children's games, and a family devotion. Make it a part of your week!
CHURCH FLOWER DISPLAYS: If you would like to provide a floral arrangement for our morning services, please see the "sign up" list.
OUR MONTHLY CALENDAR & NEWSLETTER is available on-campus and online at: RichlandARP.org (see "Calendar and Events")
WANT TO LEARN MORE about our church, ministries, mission, and membership? Contact the Pastor at our church website, or a church Elder.
CALENDAR (please see today's Informer December Newsletter ):
4/12 - The Lord's Supper observed
4/14 - Ladies AM Bible Study at the home of Miss Ann; 9:30AM
4/15, 22 - Wednesday Night Family Dinner & Devotions; 6PM
4/17, 24 - Abide College Group meeting in Cordova; 6:30PM
4/23 - HUG Meeting; 6PM
4/28 - Rosemark Garden Club Meeting
4/29 - 5th Wednesday All-Church Prayer Meeting; 6:16PM
5/1-2 - Heaven & Earth Conference (see flyers)
5/7 - National Day of Prayer observance in Millington; Noon
5/10 - Mother's Day
5/17 - Rededicate USA 250 Events
5/19 - Rosemark Garden Club Meeting at the Hise Home
This week, our worship folder contains an informational brochure detailing a sample of our denomination's work in the states and abroad. Please pray for the ministries, agencies, and direction of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, that she would serve faithfully and according to the word of God. Your direct donations are welcomed via this information. Learn more at ARPChurch.org
