Sunday Worship Service

October 18, 2026 - 10:30AM

WELCOME
Mr. Kenneth Kurpiewski

CALL TO WORSHIP*
Mr. Kenneth Kurpiewski
Psalms 98: 1-6

Sing a new song to the Lord,
who has worked wonders,
whose right hand and holy arm have brought salvation.
The Lord has made known salvation;
has shown justice to the nations;       
has remembered truth and love for the house of Israel.                                   
All the ends of the earth have seen
the salvation of our God.
Shout to the Lord, all the earth,
sing out your joy.
Sing psalms to the Lord with the harp,
with the sound of music.
With trumpets and the sound of the horn
acclaim the King, the Lord.

CONFESSION OF SIN*
Together

Holy and merciful God,
in your presence we confess
our sinfulness, our shortcomings,
and our offenses against you.                     
You alone know how often we have sinned
in wandering from your ways,
in wasting your gifts,
in forgetting your love.
Have mercy on us, O Lord,
for we are ashamed and sorry
for all we have done to displease you.
Forgive our sins,
and help us to live in your light
and walk in your ways,
for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

TIME OF SILENT CONFESSION*
Together

ASSURANCE OF PARDON*
Mr. Kenneth Kurpiewski
Romans 5:1-2, ESV

Therefore,
since we have been justified by faith,
we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.  
Through him we have also obtained access by faith
into this grace in which we stand,
and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

CONFESSION OF FAITH*
The Westminster Larger and Shorter Catechism
Together

Each Sunday, we will go over a few questions and answers from the Westminster Larger/Shorter Catechism to help children and adults grow in understanding and apply God’s Word in daily life.

The Confession of Faith, the Larger Catechism, and the Shorter Catechism together are called the Westminster Standards, produced by the Westminster Assembly in England between 1643 and 1649. They provide a faithful summary of Christian doctrine taught in Scripture, guiding the church in confessing and growing in the truths of God’s Word.

The Westminster Standards help us:

  • Grow in theological clarity and understanding of Scripture.

  • Develop spiritual formation for all ages.

  • Maintain unity in belief, confessing the same truths together.

  • Connect with a rich historical legacy of faithful Christians who have used these standards to guide the church.

Q66. What is the reason for the fifth commandment?
The reason for the fifth commandment is the promise of long life and prosperity, if these glorify God and are for the good of those who obey this commandment.

Q67. What is the sixth commandment?
The sixth commandment is: You shall not murder.

Q68. What does the sixth commandment require?
The sixth commandment requires making every lawful effort to preserve one's own life and the lives of others.

SONGS OF GRACE*
Together

PRAYER (concluded by the Lord’s Prayer)
Mrs. Jinhee Heo

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

GREETINGS
Together

COMMUNITY UPDATE
Together

SCRIPTURE READING
Mark 2:23-3:6
Mrs. Angela Lim

GOSPEL MESSAGE
The Heart of the Sabbath
Mr. Peter Kang

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. Philip Chung

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

 

Songs of Grace

Son of God
Ed Cash, Gordon Cochran, Jon Neufeld, Tim Neufeld © 2006 Birdwing Music, Fieldstar Music / CCLI #1770735

Son of God, shaper of the stars
You alone, the dweller of my heart
Mighty King, how beautiful You are
How beautiful

Son of God, the Father's gift to us
You alone, were broken on the altar of love
Precious Lamb,
Our freedom's in Your blood
It's in Your blood

Jesus, Oh Holy One, I sing to You forgiven
Savior I'm overcome,
With Your great love for me

Son of God, strength beyond all compare
You alone, the darkness cannot bear
Lord of all, Your kindness draws me near
It draws me

Son of God, prophecy of old
You alone, redeemer of my soul
Come again, and lead Your people home
Come lead us home

You are worthy, You are worthy
You are worthy of all my praise
You are beautiful, You are beautiful
I will lift up my hands and sing

You Are My King (Amazing Love)
Billy James Foote ©1997 Worshiptogether.com Songs / CCLI #1770735

I'm forgiven, because You were forsaken
I'm accepted, You were condemned
I'm alive and well, Your Spirit is within me
Because You died and rose again

Amazing love, how can it be
That You my King would die for me?
Amazing love, I know it's true
And it's my joy to honor You
In all I do, I honor You

You are my king, You are my king
Jesus, You are my king,
Jesus, You are my king

Majesty
Martin Smith, Stuart Garrard © 2003, 2004 Curious? Music UK / CCLI #1770735

Here I am, humbled by Your majesty
Covered by Your grace so free
Here I am, knowing I’m a sinful man
Covered by the blood of the Lamb

Now I’ve found the greatest love of all is mine
Since You laid down Your life,
The greatest sacrifice

Majesty, majesty; Your grace has found me just as I am
Empty handed but alive in Your hands
Majesty,
Majesty; forever I am changed by Your love
In the presence of Your majesty

Here I am,
Humbled by the love that You give
Forgiven so that I can forgive
Here I stand, knowing that I’m Your desire
Sanctified by glory and fire

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Song of Response

Forgiven Forever
Glenn Packiam, Carl Cartee, Mark Harris © 2011 New Spring, Electra Car Publishing, RyanLynn Publishing / CCLI #1770735

Once we were lost and so far away
Wandering in darkness covered in shame,
Without You, without You
Now we’ve been found by a love that is stronger
No longer blind we can see all along,
It was You, it was You

Worthy is the Lamb seated in heaven
Beautiful the blood, we are forgiven forever
Forgiven forever
Victory is won, Jesus is risen
Love has overcome, we are forgiven forever
Forgiven forever

Before we had fallen redemption was planned
You were our hope long before time began,
It was You, it was You
After creation is made new again
We’ll join together with one voice and say,
It is You, Jesus it’s You

No death no life, no present no future
No angel no demon, no power no creature
Can take me away from the love that’s in Jesus Christ

 
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COMMUNITY UPDATES

Let Us Pray For:

  • Pastor Ro and Candice Ro, as they're away in Korea for City-to-City Korea Church Planters Training.  

  • Elder Dan Chun, Eugenie Kim, and their family as they mourn the loss of Elder Dan's father. 

  • Faith & Work and those hosting the Vocational Affinity groups.

  • Our aging parents, family members, and friends. 

We'd also love to pray for you. If there's a prayer need on your heart, share it HERE.

Global Missions Team (GMT)
Cambodia Short-Term Missions: We're pleased to announce that we'll be returning to Cambodia in 2027 for our Short-Term Missions trip. It will be from March 6-13, 2027.

  • We will be having our First Interest Meeting for our Cambodia STM trip on Sunday, 10/18, after service in the CAC Sanctuary. For those curious, eager to take part, or even on the fence, please consider attending! 

  • For more information, please contact Jamie Ong or Ji Soo Kim.

Children's Education Ministry (CEM)
This year's Fall Festival will take place on Sunday, October 25th, 2026, from 1:00 – 2:00 pm. It will be held at Kissena Park, Flushing, between 164th Street and MetCalf Avenue. Feel free to invite your family and friends for an afternoon of fun festivities!

LFCDC
CEM Fall Festival: 10/25 at Kissena Park, Flushing
We are looking for toy, books, and board games (all in good condition) for our LFCDC Community Swap at the CEM Fall Festival. The Fall Festival will take place at Kissena Park, Flushing. We ask that you do not bring clothing or large items like bikes, car seats, etc. Everything is free, we welcome everyone to come and participate! Please bring all donations to the park by 12:45 pm.

Nourish Flushing Food Pantry: Murray Hill, Flushing

  • We need volunteers on Fridays and Saturdays at the Nourish Flushing Food Pantry in Murray Hill, Flushing. Please sign up on this spreadsheet. We meet on the following dates:

    • Fridays, 3:15 – 5:15 pm: 11/6, 11/20

  • We are still collecting any non-expired food donations, toiletries, or household items right outside of the CAC sanctuary. If you are interested in learning more about our food pantry in Murray Hill or would like to get involved, please contact Noelle Yang.

Faith & Work Ministry

  • Biblical Foundational Living Workshop: We are pleased to announce a very special workshop with guest speaker and licensed professional counselor Lois Kehlenbrink, on Friday, 11/6 at the CAC. This workshop will provide context for understanding God's design in creation, the effects of the fall, man's quest for self-redemption, and God's ultimate solution. Each stage of redemptive history therefore gives us foundational insights for how we live.

  • Vocational Affinity Groups

    • If you work in healthcare and want to join our Healthcare Affinity Group, please reach out to Ken Ng.

    • We're also forming a Finance & Business Affinity Group. If you work in these sectors and want to be part of a group that navigates faith and work together, please contact Steve Kang or Steve Cho.

    • If you are interested in gathering people from your industry, please reach out to Peter Ong.

LFCC 20's
If you are in your 20's, we'd love for you to join the 20's Group, which meets on the 1st Sunday of each month. Please contact Martha Lew or Kristen Lew for more details.

Community Group (CG)
Our Community Groups are now open for the year! We want our community groups to be where you can experience what it truly means to belong to a gospel-centered community. Ephesians 2:19 says, “So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God.” We were created for connection – not just with God, but with one another. Here are the community groups' details on our website.

  • We are looking for hosts! We need people willing to open their homes to a community group for the year (or even just one semester). If you are interested in hosting, please contact Ken Ng or Kat Kim with your information.

Fellowship Ministry

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

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

CAC Friendly Reminders

  • 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!

  • The Well Cafe: It has come to our attention that many of our children are not being supervised after service and are hanging out at The Well. Please refrain from occupying that space if you are NOT a patron. Let's respect the business and be mindful of its operations. 

  • 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.

  • Let’s be mindful of our worship space and work together to keep it clean and organized.

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.

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