Sunday Worship Service

July 27, 2025 - 10:30AM

WELCOME
Elder Alan Cheng

CALL TO WORSHIP*
Elder Alan Cheng

The earth is the Lord’s, for he made it:
Come, let us adore him.
Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness:
Come, let us adore him.
The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:
Come, let us adore him.
Lord, open our lips.
And our mouths shall proclaim your praise.

CONFESSION OF SIN*
Together

Lord, in your mercy hear our prayer.
We confess that it is still all too easy for us
to sacrifice our convictions for convenience,
your standards for status, your principles for promotion,
your absolutes for our ambition,
our souls for shallow and unsatisfying success.
How easily we are seduced by power, prestige,
pleasure, or possessions—
seduced into violating our integrity or
harming our fellowship with you.
From earth’s fullest bliss we turn to you again, unfulfilled.
Forgive us our half-hearted devotion and our double-minded spirit.
In the name of him who refused to save himself we pray.
Amen.

TIME OF SILENT CONFESSION
Together

ASSURANCE OF PARDON*
Elder Alan Cheng
Romans 5:8

God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners,
Christ died for us.
Since, therefore, we have now been justified by his blood,
much more shall we be saved by him
from the wrath of God.

SONGS OF GRACE*
Together

PRAYER (concluded by the Lord’s Prayer)
Mrs. Ji Soo Kim

OFFERTORY
Together (do not feel obligated if you are visiting)

GREETINGS
Together

COMMUNITY UPDATE
Together

SCRIPTURE READING
1 Samuel 1:1-28
Ms. Jinjoo Kang

GOSPEL MESSAGE
Parents in the Bible: Elkanah and Hannah
Rev. Stephen Ro

CONFESSION OF FAITH
Together

THE LORD’S SUPPER
Together

Parents with Nursery Age Children
All parents in the nursery are invited on Sundays to come inside the sanctuary to receive the elements for the sacrament of communion after the gospel message. 

The Lord's Supper is a sacrament instituted by the Lord Jesus Christ as a means of grace for all who trust him as Lord and Savior (1 Corinthians 11:23-26). It is not a Presbyterian supper; it is the Lord's Supper. Therefore, we invite all who are truly trusting Christ and are in fellowship with him to join in this sacrament. Trusting Christ is not just an individual matter, however. It also involves a public confession of Christ leading to membership in his church. If you are not a member of an evangelical church, we welcome you in Christ's name but request that you communicate your faith in Christ to the pastor before partaking. We can arrange such an opportunity if you desire it.

The Bible also teaches that we are to take part in the Lord's Supper with understanding, not superstitiously (1 Corinthians 11:29). And we are to do it honestly, searching our hearts to see if we have freely confessed known sin and are seeking true fellowship with God (v. 28). If you have been clinging to sin, you must confess and forsake it.

Sometimes parents ask if their children can partake. Often parents are able to judge their children's fitness to join with others in the Lord's Supper. But we ask parents to bring their children to the pastor to be asked about their faith and their understanding of what the communion service means so they might regard the Lord's Supper seriously and partake with understanding.

Living Faith Community Church welcomes all baptized Christians who are willing to forsake their sin and trust in Jesus Christ for salvation, and who are members of congregations that proclaim the gospel, to receive the Holy Communion with us.  If you are not able to receive Communion, please use this time to meditate on one of the following prayers.

  • Prayer for those searching for truth: Lord Jesus, you claim to be the way, the truth, and the life. Please do not allow me to be so afraid of the cost of following you, that I fail to consider reasons for doing so. If what you claim is true, please guide me, teach me and show me who you are. Give me an understanding of you that is clear and convincing, and that leads to the life you promise. Amen.

  • Prayer for those taking the Lord’s Supper: Lord Jesus, I bow before you in humility and ask You to examine my heart today. Show me anything that is not pleasing to You. Reveal any secret pride, any unconfessed sin, any rebellion or unforgiveness that may be hindering my relationship with You. I know that I am Your beloved child, having received You into my heart and life and having accepted Your death as penalty for my sinfulness. The price You paid covered me for all time, and my desire is to live for You.
    Each time I take communion, Lord, I want to recommit my life, my heart, my thoughts, my everything to You. Fill me today with Your powerful Spirit. As I leave this place, help me to hold this fresh remembrance and the story that never grows old close to my heart. Help me to share its message faithfully as You give opportunity. Amen.

  • Prayer of Belief: Lord Jesus Christ, I believe that you are the Son of God.  I admit that I am a sinner, and am not worthy of your acceptance.  But I believe that you love me, and died on the cross to pay the debt of my sin.  You took what I deserve in order to offer me complete forgiveness.  Knowing that you have been raised from the dead, I turn from my sins and receive you as my Savior and Lord. Amen.

SONG OF RESPONSE*
Together

BENEDICTION*
Rev. Stephen Ro

*if you are able, please stand for this portion of service

 

Songs of Grace

God is Able
Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan © 2010 Hillsong Music Publishing / CCLI #1770735

God is able, He will never fail
He is Almighty God
Greater than all we seek
Greater than all we ask
He has done great things

Lifted up, He defeated the grave
Raised to life, our God is able
In His name, we overcome
For the Lord our God is able

God is with us, God is on our side
He will make a way
Far above all we know
Far above all we hope
He has done great things

God is with us, He will go before
He will never leave us, He will never leave us
God is for us, He has open arms
He will never fail us, He will never fail us

Great is Thy Faithfulness
Thomas Chisholm and William Runyan © 1951 Hope Publishing Company / CCLI #1770735

Great is Thy faithfulness, O God, my Father
There is no shadow of turning with Thee
Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not
As Thou hast been, Thou forever wilt be

Summer and winter and springtime and harvest
Sun, moon and stars in their courses above
Join with all nature in manifold witness
To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love

Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness!
Morning by morning new mercies I see
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me

Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth
Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow
Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside

Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me
Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson © 2018 CityAlight Music, Farren Love And War Publishing, Integrity's Alleluia! Music / CCLI #1770735

What gift of grace is Jesus my redeemer
There is no more for heaven now to give
He is my joy, my righteousness, and freedom
My steadfast love, my deep and boundless peace
To this I hold, my hope is only Jesus
For my life is wholly bound to His
Oh how strange and divine, I can sing: all is mine!
Yet not I, but through Christ in me

The night is dark but I am not forsaken
For by my side, the Saviour He will stay
I labour on in weakness and rejoicing
For in my need, His power is displayed
To this I hold, my Shepherd will defend me
Through the deepest valley He will lead
Oh the night has been won, and I shall overcome!
Yet not I, but through Christ in me

No fate I dread, I know I am forgiven
The future sure, the price it has been paid
For Jesus bled and suffered for my pardon
And He was raised to overthrow the grave
To this I hold, my sin has been defeated
Jesus now and ever is my plea
Oh the chains are released, I can sing: I am free!
Yet not I, but through Christ in me

With every breath I long to follow Jesus
For He has said that He will bring me home
And day by day I know He will renew me
Until I stand with joy before the throne
To this I hold, my hope is only Jesus
All the glory evermore to Him
When the race is complete,
Still my lips shall repeat:
Yet not I, but through Christ in me!

 

Song of Response

Goodness of God
Jenn Johnson, Jason Ingram, Ben Fielding, Ed Cash, Brian Johnson © 2018 Alletrop Music, SHOUT! Music Publishing Australia, Fellow Ships Music, So Essential Tunes, Bethel Music Publishing / CCLI #1770735

I love You Lord, oh Your mercy never fails me
All my days, I’ve been held in Your hands
From the moment that I wake up, until I lay my head
I will sing of the goodness of God

All my life You have been faithful
All my life You have been so, so good
With every breath that I am able
I will sing of the goodness of God

I love Your voice, You have led me through the fire
In darkest nights, You are close like no other
I’ve known You as a father, I’ve known You as a friend
I have lived in the goodness of God

Your goodness is running after, it’s running after me
Your goodness is running after, it’s running after me
With my life laid down, I’m surrendered now,
I give You everything
Your goodness is running after, it’s running after me

 
 

COMMUNITY UPDATES

Let Us Pray For:

  • Pastor Philip, Kristine and their newborn son, Joshua Heesung Chung—born July 18 at 10:32pm.

  • Sister Juyon's outpatient surgery procedure this week and recovery thereafter. A Meal Train has been set up. 

  • Um family for the newborn son. A Meal Train has been set up.

  • Leung family as they care for their 2nd newborn son. A  Meal Train has been set up. 

  • Our aging parents, family members, and friends. 

  • Our church-wide retreat

  • Cambodia Missions

    • Recent border disputes between Thailand and Cambodia. Pray for peace and restraint on both sides, as well as safety of civilians and MTW local ministry partners living near affected areas.

  • Eric Kim, Chol Kim, and Min Kwon as elected leaders. They have humbly accepted the nominations. Please keep them in your prayers as they go through a year-long training. 

  • LFCDC’s 2025 Vision of starting a Food Pantry Program. See details below.

    • Securing Funding: The goal is $60,000 this year to cover space, supplies, and operations. 

    • Space: We need a reliable place to store and distribute food. 

    • Volunteers: We can’t do this alone—we need a coalition of local churches and nonprofits to join us. 

ChurchPulse Survey: Help Us Help You Flourish!
This is a fantastic opportunity for all of us to share our thoughts and feedback on what's working well and where we can improve as a church community. Please take about 5 minutes to complete the survey! If you have any questions, please contact Peter Ong. 

2025 Church-Wide Retreat
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! For any questions, please reach out to Ellie Choi. 

Women's Ministry (WM) 
Summer Podcast Chat: Carol Park is graciously leading this discussion on a topic that we can all relate to—aging! We will be meeting at Carol's home on 8/23 at 9:30-11am for the discussion. Please let us know your interest in participating by filling out this form.

Children’s Education Ministry (CEM)

  • CEM in the Summer: ALL CEM children will meet downstairs on Sundays for a time for CEM Worship and activities. Parents, please drop your children off in the basement by 10:30 am and pick them up promptly after worship. 8/10 and 8/31 will be family worship.

  • Vacation Bible School (VBS): August 18-22, 9am-12pm. This year's theme is "Made to Magnify God!" Registration is now closed.

    • Please consider participating in VBS by donating breakfast, lunch, paper goods, ingredients for snack kids will make, or being a "Mission Ticket Matcher." See items needed & sign up here!

Global Missions Team (GMT)
Cambodia Short-Term Missions: Oct 4-12

  • The team has raised $3,730 towards their upcoming missions trip from the first fundraiser event. They're very grateful for your support and love. Stay tuned for their next fundraiser in the fall.

  • Partner in Prayer: Please support the Cambodia Missions Team with a time of prayer on the following Sundays, immediately after service in the sanctuary—8/3, and 9/7.

  • If you have any questions, you can reach out to Sumin Kim or Hyojung Sohn-Hasan.

Friendly Reminder
Please remember to throw out your small communion cups in the trash on Sundays. Even though they are tiny, they can attract bugs and flies into the sanctuary if left there for a few days. Thank you!

Fellowship Ministry

  • Please be mindful of the shared space. Please clean up after yourselves in the Fellowship hall and sanctuary. 

  • If you have a heart of hospitality and would like to serve with a dynamic group of individuals, please join the Fellowship Ministry!

Notice on bathroom facilities at CAC: Please do not flush any sort of sanitizing wipes down any toilet as we have been having plumbing issues on all floors of the building.

After-Service this Sunday: Our presider and leader of prayer for today’s service will be available to pray with you towards the stage.

CHILDREN/YOUTH

Children’s Education Ministry:
Please see above for major CEM announcements.

  • Safety Reminders: After service, please keep an eye on your children or make sure there is a grown-up watching them. Let's all work to keep our children safe and be good stewards of the space we rent and our church's belongings. There are signs hanging throughout the basement as reminders. Please follow these guidelines. Thank you for your cooperation!

Youth Ministry

  • If you know any 6th-12th grade students who are interested in checking out our YG, please feel free to get in touch with our Youth Director, Peter Kang at peterkang@lfcc.net.