Sunday Worship Service
May 31, 2026 - 10:30AM
WELCOME
Elder Dan Chun
CALL TO WORSHIP*
Elder Dan Chun
Loving God, we have gathered to meet you.
We have come to listen to you, to seek you, to worship you.
You are the beginning of all things,
the life of all things; you knew us before we were born.
In you we become; in you we live.
Loving God, you are here and everywhere,
around us and within us; you know our inmost thoughts.
In you we hope; in you we live.
You are the source of serenity,
giving peace that is beyond our understanding.
In you we are still; in you we live.
Loving God, we live in you; we worship you.
Loving God, you live in us; we worship you.
Amen.
CONFESSION OF SIN*
Together
God of grace,
we confess that we have elevated the things of this world above you.
We have made idols of possessions and people
and used your name for causes
that are not consistent with you and your purposes.
We have permitted our schedules to come first
and have not taken the time to worship you.
We have not always honored those who guided us in life.
We have participated in systems that take life instead of give it.
We have been unfaithful in our covenant relationships.
We have yearned for, and sometimes taken,
that which is not ours, and we have misrepresented others’ intentions.
Forgive us, O God,
for the many ways we fall short of your glory.
Help us to learn to live together
according to your ways through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
TIME OF SILENT CONFESSION*
Together
ASSURANCE OF PARDON*
Elder Dan Chun
—Romans 5:8-9, NIV
God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners,
Christ died for us. Since we have now been justified by his blood,
how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through him!
CONFESSION OF FAITH*
The Westminster Larger Catechism
Together
Each Sunday, we will go over three questions and answers from the Westminster Larger 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.
Q64. What is the invisible church?
The invisible church is the whole number of the chosen ones who have been, are, or will be gathered into one body under Christ the head.
Q65. What special benefits do the members of the invisible church enjoy by Christ?
By Christ, the members of the invisible church enjoy union and communion with him in grace and glory.
Q66. What is the union that God’s chosen ones have with Christ?
The union that God’s chosen ones have with Christ is the work of God’s grace by which they are spiritually and mystically, yet really and inseparably, joined to Christ as their head and husband; this is done in their effectual calling.
SONGS OF GRACE*
Together
PRAYER (concluded by the Lord’s Prayer)
Elder Alan Cheng
OFFERTORY
Together (do not feel obligated if you are visiting)
GREETINGS
Together
COMMUNITY UPDATE
Together
SCRIPTURE READING
Proverbs 9
Mr. Alex Li
GOSPEL MESSAGE
Which Will You Choose?
Rev. Philip Chung
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
Who You Say I Am
Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan © 2017 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia / CCLI #1770735
Who am I that the highest King would welcome me
I was lost but He brought me in, oh His love for me
Oh His love for me
Who the Son sets free, oh is free indeed
I’m a child of God, yes I am
Free at last He has ransomed me His grace runs deep
While I was a slave to sin, Jesus died for me
Yes, He died for me
Who the Son sets free, oh is free indeed
I’m a child of God, yes I am
In my Father’s house, there’s a place for me
I’m a child of God, Yes I am
I am chosen, not forsaken
I am who You say I am
You are for me, not against me
I am who You say I am
Christ is Enough
Reuben Morgan, Jonas Myrin © 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing / CCLI #1770735
Christ is my reward, and all my devotion
Now there's nothing in this world
That could ever satisfy
Through every trial, my soul will sing
No turning back, I've been set free
Christ is enough for me
Christ is enough for me
Everything I need is in You
Everything I need
Christ my all in all, my joy and my salvation
And His hope will never fail
Heaven is our home
Through every storm, my soul will sing
Jesus is here, to God be the glory
I have decided to follow Jesus
No turning back, no turning back
The cross before me, the world behind me
No turning back, no turning back
I Stand In Awe
Mark Altrogge © 1987 Sovereign Grace Praise / CCLI #1770735
You are beautiful beyond description
Too marvelous for words
Too wonderful for comprehension
Like nothing ever seen or heard
Who can grasp Your infinite wisdom?
Who can fathom the depth of Your love?
You are beautiful beyond description
Majesty enthroned above
And I stand, I stand in awe of You
I stand, I stand in awe of You
Holy God to whom all praise is due
I stand in awe of You
You are beautiful beyond description
Yet God crushed You for my sin
In agony and deep affliction
Cut off that I might enter in
Who can grasp such tender compassion?
Who can fathom the mercy so free?
You are beautiful beyond description
Lamb of God who died for me
And we stand, we stand in awe of You
We stand, we stand in awe of You
Holy God to whom all praise is due
We stand in awe of You
Song of Response
My Jesus I Love Thee / None But Jesus
Adoniram Judson Gordon, William Ralph Featherstone © Public Domain / Brooke Ligertwood © 2005 Hillsong Music Publishing / CCLI #1770735
My Jesus, I love Thee, I know Thou art mine
For Thee, all the follies of sin I resign
My gracious Redeemer, my Savior art Thou
If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, 'tis now
In the quiet, In the stillness
I know that You are God
In the secret of Your presence
I know there I am restored
When You call I won't refuse
Each new day again I'll choose
There is no one else for me
None but Jesus
Crucified to set me free
Now I live to bring Him praise
In the chaos, in confusion
I know You're sovereign still
In the moment of my weakness
You give me grace to do Your will
When You call I won't delay
This my song through all my days
All my delight is in You Lord
All of my hope, all of my strength
All my delight is in You Lord
Forever more
COMMUNITY UPDATES
Let Us Pray For:
Pastor Ro as he will be away from 5/25-6/12 for City to City training in Korea.
Our upcoming retreats – Women's Retreat, YG Retreat, Church-Wide Retreat.
Joy as she prepares for a mission trip in Asia Minor.
The Youth Group missions team, trip leaders, and Peter Kang as they prepare.
Sharon Kim, who is recovering in the hospital. Please pray for her pain management and being patient with recovery.
Faith & Work and those hosting the Vocational Affinity groups.
The Nourish Flushing food pantry as they hope to expand.
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.
Elected Leader Nominations
Thank you for prayerfully nominating Ming Cheung and Jennifer Ko as elected leaders. They have humbly accepted the nominations. Please keep them in your prayers as they go through a year-long training.
Ministry Vision Meeting (MVM)
2nd MVM of 2026: Half-Day Leader's Retreat: Saturday 6/13, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm, at the CAC. All the elected leaders, ministry leaders, CG leaders, and staff of our church are highly encouraged to attend.
Global Missions Team
Youth Group Summer Missions Trip: June 28–July 4,
Pray for Peter Kang, trip leaders, and our students as they prepare. May the team serve authentically, deepen their faith, and expand their worldview through this experience.
2026 Church-Wide Retreat
Save the date! Sept. 25 – 27 at Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center. Registration and more details to come.
LFCDC
Boro Pregnancy Counseling Center (BPCC): Walk of Life, 6/6, 8:30 – 10:00 am.
Register for the BPCC Walk of Life on Saturday, 6/6, 8:30 – 10:00 am. Join us as we walk together in support of moms, dads, and their little ones. You can register as an individual or as part of a team. If you're unable to attend, you are still welcome to participate by donating in support of the fundraiser. See HERE for details, registration, and how to donate!
Nourish Flushing Food Pantry
We need volunteers on Fridays and Saturdays at the Nourish Flushing Food Pantry in Murray Hill, Flushing. Please sign up on this spreadsheet or via this QR code. We meet on the following dates:
Fridays, 3:15 – 5:30 pm: 6/5, 6/19, 7/3, 8/21
Saturdays, 9:15 – 11:15 am: 6/6, 8/8
We are still collecting any non-expired food donations, toiletries, or household items right outside of the CAC sanctuary. Though our focus is on fresh and healthy foods, our clients may need everyday essentials – from kids' clothes to toiletries. 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
Educators Affinity Group: 5/24 @ The Well Coffee, 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Are you a teacher, professor, administrator, or school staff member? We know that navigating the world of education is both a high calling and a unique challenge. We want to support you! Please join us for the very first gathering of the Educators Vocational Affinity Group. This will be a relaxed time to meet fellow educators in our community, share our stories, and encourage one another. Please fill out this form so we can save a seat for you. We can’t wait to hear your story!When: Sunday, May 24th, at 12:30 pm (after service)
Where: The Well Coffee in the lobby of the CAC building. Coffee is on us!
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.
Women's Ministry (WM)
This year, prayer breakfasts will take place on the 4th Saturday of each month. During our prayer breakfasts, we will meet in different people's homes (thanks to all who are graciously hosting). We will have a brief time of fellowship, large group prayer, and small group prayer. We will be going through the Psalms during the large group prayer time. If you are interested, please contact Eugenie Kim, Ivy Au, Grace Wang or Jenna Choi.
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 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 for 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.