WITNESSES

Theme: As followers of Christ we are called, commissioned by Christ to be witnesses to the truth that Jesus was crucified, raised from the dead, defeated sin and death and offers eternal life to all people. Jesus is counting on ordinary people like us to share what we’ve heard and experienced. We’re all witnesses. Charleston Baptist Temple A Congregation of American Baptist Churches April 14, 2024 The flame which shines bright from our altar candle serves as a constant reminder to us of God’s abiding presence in our lives and our worship today. Chiming of the Hour Randy Peters We Open Our Hearts to God’s Presence Please observe a time of silence during the prelude in preparation for worship. Let all worshipers ask God’s blessings on the service, themselves, and on all who seek to worship God in spirit and in truth. Prelude Brethren, We Have Met to Worship We Worship God through Praise Call to Worship Dr. Jim Hewitt L: We are called to be God’s children. P: God’s love has been poured on us through Jesus Christ! L: Fear and doubt are gone! P: Joy and celebration ring in our heart. L: Come, let us raise our voices in song! ALL: Let us offer our hearts and souls to God in prayer and praise. AMEN. Hymn of Praise Christ Is Alive! No. 243 Invocation Dr. Jim Hewitt Sharing the Peace Please greet those around you with signs and gestures of Christ’s peace. Glory and Adoration Majesty, Worship His Majesty No. 98 Majesty, worship his majesty; unto Jesus be all glory, honor and praise. Majesty, kingdom authority flow from his throne unto his own his anthem raise. So exalt, lift up on high the name of Jesus; magnify, come glorify Christ Jesus, the King. Majesty, worship his majesty; Jesus, who died, now glorified, King of all kings. Text Reading: Luke 24:36b-48 (p. 138, pew Bible) L: This is the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Janet Kawash All: Thanks be to God. We Worship God through Giving Offertory Hymn Lord, Speak to Me, That I May Speak No. 574 Offertory Prayer Janet Kawash Offertory Immortal, Invisible Doxology No. 809 (Children Dismissed for Children’s Church) We Worship God through Prayer Pastoral Prayer Dr. Jim Hewitt We Worship God through Proclamation Solo Blessings Laura Mixon Story Sermon WITNESSES Dr. Jim Hewitt We Worship God through Commitment Invitation Hymn We've a Story to Tell to the Nations No. 733 Benediction Dr. Jim Hewitt Go in courage and peace, proclaiming the Risen Lord to all! Be those who bring hope and justice to a hungry and hurting world! The peace of the Lord is with you now and forever. Amen Postlude Lead On, O King Eternal Next Week: The Lord is my Shepherd John 10:11-18 Quarterly Congregational Business Meeting April, 28th following morning worship service. Please plan to attend. Chancel Flowers are dedicated in memory of David H. Tucker. Chancel flowers are placed in honor of all those at Baptist Temple who are serving as the “Hands and Feet of Christ.” If you would like to dedicate a flower arrangement in memory or honor of someone special the Sundays of April 28th, May 12th and 26th are available. Please contact the church office. This Week at BT: Monday, April 15th Finance Brd Mtg 5:00pm Conference Room Diaconate Brd Mtg 6:00pm Parlor Property Brd Mtg 6:00pm Library Missions & Faith Brd 6:00pm Austin Room Tuesday, April 16th Sowing Circle 1:30pm Quilting Room Scout Troop 31 7:00pm Scout Room Wednesday, April 17th Senior Moments 10:30am Leurant Room Bible/Prayer Mtg. 7:00pm Zoom Thursday, April 18th Preschool Art Show 5:00pm Narthex Music Brd Mtg 6:00pm Choir Room TIM Rehearsal 6:00pm Leurant Room Choir Rehearsal 7:00pm Choir Room Sunday, April 21st Covenant Class 9:45am Chapel Souljourners Class 9:45am Austin Room BAPTIST TEMPLE STAFF Dr. Jim Hewitt Senior Minister Eddie Bucklen Director of Music Rebecca Collins Accompanist Tammy Reeves Financial Administrator Misty Stover Secretary Jason Stover Building Coordinator Greg Reynolds Building Superintendent Mary McFarland Sound Technician