Order of Worship Sunday January 8, 2023 10:00AM
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Greater Framingham Community Church
An Extended Christian Family
Church Theme:
“Year of Miraculous Out Pouring & Majestic Praise”
Exodus 15:6, 11
Sunday January 8th, 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……….………...............................Young Adult Praise Team
We Worship Through Praise Brother Felix Mwangi
Praise Choruses………………………………………..Worship Team
I Wake Up This Morning With My Mind, Stayed On Jesus
It’s Gonna Be Nice
How Great Is Our God
We Worship Through the Word
Scripture……..…………Luke 7:36-50..............Deacon Vernon Hines
We Worship Through the Preached Word
Praise Chorus….............God’s Got A Blessing……..........Worship Team
Sermon…………………………………….................Rev. Dick Keyes
We Worship Through Prayer
Invitation to Christian Discipleship
Praise Selection …….…Let Go & Let God………........Worship 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.)
Praise Selection.....I Just Wanna Praise You Forever....Worship Team
✝Benediction
Please turn off all cell phones during Worship Service
✝Standing Please
Praise Choruses
I WOKE UP THIS MORNING WITH MY MIND, STAYED ON JESUS
I Woke up this mornin' with my mind, stayed on Jesus.
I Woke up this mornin' with my mind, stayed on Jesus.
I Woke up this mornin' with my mind, stayed on Jesus.
Hallelu, hallelu, hallelujah.
IT’S GONNA BE NICE
It's gon be nice, it's gon be nice
Whatever's in store for me, it's gon be nice
It's crazy right now, Lord, but that’s when You'll shine
I can’t stop shouting knowing it’s gon be nice
Well, well
You never promised me that my days would be problem free
But You did promise to always take care of me
Right now, it seems that my troubles will never end
I know You promise to be my closest friend and it's gonna be nice
It's gon be nice, it's gon be nice
Whatever's in store for me, it's gon be nice
It's crazy right now, Lord, but that’s when You'll shine
I can’t stop shouting knowing it’s gon be nice
Well, well
I gotta remind myself daily who lives inside of me
And when I stay close to You, close to me You're gonna be
No more crying about my situation, I know what I gotta do
I gotta pray, gotta trust, gotta believe, depend on You,
yeah yeah yeah
It's gon be nice, it's gon be nice
Whatever's in store for me, it's gon be nice
It's crazy right now, Lord, but that’s when You'll shine
I can’t stop shouting knowing it’s gon be nice
So I don’t have the right to give up
I don’t have the right to give in
You're gonna bring me through, oh
I’m gonna put my trust in You
I don’t have the right to give up
I don’t have the right to give in
You always brought me through
So I’m gonna put my, my, my, my trust in You
It's gon be nice, it's gon be nice
Whatever's in store for me, it's gon be nice
It's crazy right now, Lord, but that’s when You'll shine
I can’t stop shouting knowing it’s gon be nice
It's crazy right now, Lord, but that’s when You'll shine
I can’t stop shouting knowing it’s gonna be nice
HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD
The splendor of a King closed in majesty
Let all the earth rejoice, let all the earth rejoice
He wraps Himself in light, and darkness tries to hide
And trembles at His voice, trembles at His voice
How great is our God
Sing with me how great is our God
And all will see how great,
How great is our God
Age to age He stands and time is in His hands
Beginning and the end, beginning and the end
The Godhead Three in One, Father, Spirit, Son
The Lion and the Lamb, the Lion and the Lamb
You’re the name above all names
You are worthy of all praise
And my heart will sing
How great is our God
GOD'S GOT A BLESSING
It makes no difference what you’re going through,
You're going to make it, God's going to see you through.
Hold your head up, put a smile on your face,
This is another test, it won't last always.
CHORUS
Get ready for your blessing
Get ready for your miracle.
Get ready for your blessing,
Get ready for your miracle.
I know you've been hurting deep down inside,
Let me encourage you, it's going to be alright.
Troubles and trials come to make you strong,
Keep on believing, you keep holding on.
Repeat Chorus
God's got a blessing.
God's got a blessing.
God's got a blessing.
With your name on it.
LET GO & LET GOD
I couldn't seem to fall asleep
There was so much on my mind
Searching for that peace
But the peace I could not find
So then I kneeled down to pray
Praying help me please
But then he said you don't have to cry
'Cause I'll supply all your needs
As soon as I stop worrying
Worrying how the story ends
I let go and I let God
Let God have His way
That's when things start happening When I stopped looking at back then I let go and I let God
Let God have his way
There's so much going on Sometimes I can't find my way
And often times I struggle
Struggle from day to day
I have to realize that it's not my battle
It's not my battle to fight
I have to know if I put it in your hands
That everything will be alright
As soon as I stop worrying
Worrying how the story ends
I let go and I let God
Let God have His way
That's when things start happening
I stopped looking at back then
I let go and I let God have his way
Let God have his way
Let go, let God
Let go, and let God
Let go, let God
Let go, and let God
As soon as I stop worrying
Worrying how the story ends
I let go and I let God
Let God have His way
That's when things start happening
When I stopped looking at back then
I let go and I let God
Let God have his way
I JUST WANNA PRAISE YOU, FOREVER
I just wanna to praise you
Forever and ever and ever
For all you've done, done for me
Blessings and glory and honor
They all belong to you
Thank you Jesus for blessing me!
I just wanna to thank you
Forever and ever and ever
For all you've done, done for me
Blessings and glory and honor
They all belong to you
Thank you Jesus for blessing me!
Blessings and glory and honor They all belong to you
Thank you Jesus for blessing me!
Singers Needed
The Pastor and the Minister of Music invites volunteers interested in singing to join the following praise teams:
- Young Adult Praise Team
- Women Praise Team and
- Praise Team.
Please call the Central Office at (508) 626-2118.
Church Theme 2023
“Year of Miraculous Out Pouring & 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 he 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 song writers said it: I seek a miracle every day and I just want to Praise him.
ÿ Annual Memorial Service ÿ
On Sunday, January 22, 2023, we will celebrate the Homegoing of those individuals who have been promoted to glory during the calendar year 2022. The congregation is encouraged to come out to encourage those who have buried loved ones and affirm our hope that lies beyond the grave. Family members are invited to light a candle of remembrance during the service at that time.
MLK Youth Conference 2023
MLK Wor ship Celebration
Sunday, January 15, 2023
10:00 am Live in Person and Online
Preacher of the hour:
Evangelist Alleya Jones
Evangelist Alleya Jones is a singer, preacher, poet, motivational speaker, and youth leader. She also is known for her love for fashion and art.
Evangelist Jones is an honors graduate of Mt. Zion Academy and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an interest and focus in religion at North Carolina A and T University.
Evangelist Alleya’s religious foundation and faith were formed in Gospel Unlimited Church in Castalia, North Carolina. She comes from a loving and very large family. She is the middle child amongst eight siblings. Evangelist Jones recently celebrated her one-year marriage anniversary with the love of her life, Rev. Calvon Jones.
She seeks to further her theological training in order to cultivate her ministry and her love for youth; she desires to form a non-profit organization for adolescents and young women who have experienced trauma and hurt. Her ministry is rooted in healing and reconciliation for “the least of these.”
Evangelist Alleya Jones is, overall, a kind, joyful, and loving person. She is a remarkable person who has a genuine fire and love for God.
Come Celebrate Together!
African Attire Encouraged
In Person Attendance
Virtual Attendance
Church Annual Meeting
Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 10:00 am
The meeting will be held, in person, at GFCC’s Fellowship Hall.
The audio visual ministry apologies for the inconvenience of the sound of the watch night live stream taping of the services. We were disappointed in the snap flew as well.In the future we will try to do better. We once again welcome volunteers to step up and assist us in this ministry
Announcements
2023 Calendars
You may pick up a 2023 Calendar and
Daily Bread devotionals in the Narthex TODAY!
Volunteers Needed
The next packing session will take place at Greater Framingham Community Church on Friday, January 20th at 1:30 pm and distribution help on Saturday, January 21st at 9:00 am. We need volunteers for 1½ hours on each of these days to help provide food for 80 families.
To sign up, please reach out to the Central Office at 508-626-2118 or
Linda James at 508-788-0611.
Does the church have
your correct Email address?
We want to save the church money with the cost of postage having gone up. To do so we are sending out giving statements by email. Please make a point to ensure that the church has your correct email address. This can be done by giving it to your deacon, the Board of Finance or emailing it to the central office.
Thank you for helping your church save on expenses.
MONDAY MORNINGS WITH THE PASTOR
We invite you to join us for Early Morning Prayer with the Pastor
at 8:00am on Monday mornings.
Prayer Line: 1-605-313-4818
Access Code: 702588#.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY
We invite you to join our Wednesday Night
Prayer Meeting and Bible Study.
Prayer Meeting: 7:00-7:30pm
Prayer Line: 1-605-313-4818
Access Code: 702588#
Also, join us for Bible Study at 7:30pm on Zoom. You can find the Zoom link on the church website: www.gfccnet.org.
We will study from the book of 2 Samuel 5.
THURSDAY MORNING PRAYER
If you would like to be a part of a Morning Prayer group, you can do so by dialing in to pray or request prayer. The line opens at 5:30am to 7:15am.
Prayer line: is 605-313-4818
Access Code: 702588#
THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
New Topic of study is First Corinthians. We continue to meet on Thursday evenings for one hour at 7:00 PM. To refresh the platform information, we are using Google Meets and utilizing the phone connection. The video conferencing is available.
Phone: 956-410-2734 PIN: 320 644 462#
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.
Your Church Needs Your Help!
God has given each of us gifts that He wants us to use to build his church and advance the kingdom of God. Will you pray about how you can give back to God and GFCC through service in ministry? We have several ministry opportunities coming open in January and we desperately need volunteers. Will you step up to the plate? Give the church a call and schedule a time to talk with the pastor.
Ministry Openings
Serve as a Deacon
Individuals who believe they have gifts to serve others
Ministerial Staff
Individuals who believe they have a call on their life to preach and serve the congregation
Mission & Outreach Ministry
Individuals who have a passion to spread the word of God and serve the community
Church Council Chair
Someone willing to lead others in the administration of the church
Board of Trustees
Individuals to serve the church with the upkeep of the church building
Livestream and Audio Visual
Individuals who can help with the technology to keep the church's message going forward to the broader community
Church Meetings
Board of Christian Education
Individuals who want to use their gifts to ensure that Christian Education is taking place at the church
Board of Finance
Individuals who have experience with finances
Board of Youth
Individuals who want to work with our children and youth
Music Ministry
Individuals who would like to sing or dance in the following musical groups:
- Woman's Praise Team
- Men's Praise Team
- Young Adult Praise Team
- Anointed Dance Ministry
- Children's Choir
Pastor’s Aide
Individuals who want to use their gifts to support the ministry of the Pastor and the Ministerial Staff.
Transportation Ministry
Individuals willing to pick up individuals in the church van to bring them to church on Sundays
We need your help! Please respond TODAY!
Why not blog on-line with the Reverend Dick Keyes about Sunday's sermon? Go to our church website or Facebook and begin the chat!
To chat with the Reverend email him at:
dickkeyes@gmail.com
Sermon Title: "A Challenge to Faith"
Scripture: Genesis 22: 1-14
“Fireside Chat” Questions
- Are you sometimes surprised and upset about what God asks you to do?
- Are you sometimes surprised and upset about events that God allows to happens?
- Do either of these situations ever make you ask yourself what you are trusting that God will do in your life?
- When your faith is challenged, what are ways that you can be assured of God’s love and commitment to you?
Listening to God’s Word and to God’s messages for you. Make a few personal notes as you listen. 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: "A Challenge to Faith”
Scripture: Genesis 22: 1-14
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 member of the Greater Framingham Community Church Family. 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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