24 May 2026
Sunday Worship
(John Murray) “Union with Christ is the central truth of the whole doctrine of salvation.” (Richard Sibbes) “The branch does not toil to produce fruit; it simply stays in the vine. Our work is to stay.” (Westminster Shorter Catechism) Our chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him—this is the fruit of the Vine.
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Presider: Daebi Choi Preacher: Sijin Yang Please stand where indicated by * WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP Old Testament: Psalm 31:5 'Into your hand I commit my spirit; you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God.' New Testament: John 17:17 'Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.' CONFESSION OF SIN (Confess aloud altogether as a Believing Congregation) Corporate Prayer 'Most Holy and Merciful Father, we acknowledge that it was our sin that pierced Your Son. We have followed the devices of our own hearts and have been slothful in the pursuit of holiness. We have broken Your laws in thought, word, and deed, despising the cost of our redemption. But You, O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare those who confess their faults. Restore us through the blood of the Lamb, and grant that we may hereafter live as those who are truly redeemed. Amen.' ASSURANCE OF PARDON The Word of Grace: 1 John 5:9, 11 'If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater... And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.' PRAYER OF ADORATION (Presider) CONFESSION OF FAITH (NICENE CREED) (Confess aloud altogether as a Believing Congregation) “We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord: Jesus Christ, the only Son of God eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, True God from True God, begotten, not made, of one being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation…” *SONGS OF PRAISE PRAYER OF INTERCESSION (Keara) To help you think about your level of giving, here is the financial snapshot of HCC for this month: Giving: 29th April - 5th May= $9,643.82 Total April Giving = $32,822.70 Sydney Space Balance: $62,076.48 Monthly Giving Target: $30,000.00 General Tithes & Offering VS Sydney Space Offering These are two separate HCC accounts (BSB: 082 057). For General Tithes and Offerings (16 207 4037); and specifically for Sydney Space (32 844 5724). Please DO NOT reroute your general giving towards SS account. SS is specifically to give above and beyond your general commitment. PREACHING OF THE WORD “Worship is about God’s grace” Isaiah 6:1-7 1. God confronts us with his perfect holiness and reveals our sin 2. God calls us to honest confession and repentance for our sin 3. God grants us forgiveness and assurance of our salvation *RESPONSE SONG DOXOLOGY *BENEDICTION Eph.3:20-21 "Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Account Name: Harbour City Church BSB: 082 057 Account No. : 16 207 4037 Account Name: HCC Sydney Space BSB: 082 057 Account No. : 32 844 5724
WELCOME TO HCC! We are a gospel centered church seeking the renewal of our city by the transforming power of the gospel of Jesus Christ to the glory of God! We are so glad to have you join us for our worship service today. If you’re with us for the first time, please let us know who you are by filling out our please fill out the 'Newcomers Form' here and we’ll get in touch! SUNDAY WORSHIP We'd love for you to join us for our weekly Sunday services. You can join us in person. Our live stream is available by request only, by filling out this form here. Past sermons can be found here. 10:00AM Harbour Tea 10:30AM Worship Service CHURCH LOCATION 41B College Street, Gladesville NSW 2111 OFFERING Offering is part of our worship to God. The Bible gives us an enduring principle of tithing of our gross income as the baseline for the Christian’s worship through giving (2 Cor 9:7; Malachi 3:8-10). If every church member gave 10%, we would have enough financial resources for all the gospel ministry God is calling our church to do. Let the Spirit guide you in all final matters. You may give electronically to the account details below: CHILDREN'S MINISTRY Harbour City Church welcomes families with children of all ages to the Sunday worship services. An open creche area and a cry room are provided at the back of the venue for parents to use with their babies and toddlers. Bible Story Time for children who are aged 3 to year 3 takes place during Sunday services, except on the 5th Sunday of the month, and begins just after the songs of praise. If you have any questions about Children’s Ministry, please contact Gloria or Elder Jacko. GROWTH GROUPS GGs are HCC’s small group ministry. They provide a platform to support and care for one another, keep each other accountable, and grow in spiritual maturity through the study of God’s Word, sermon reflection, prayer, and fellowship. COMMUNITY GROUPS CGs meet for dinner every weekend when there is a 5th Sunday in the month. CGs gather in homes for wider church bonding and fellowship in various locations around Sydney. ELDERS HCC Session can be emailed at session@harbourcitychurch.com and the deacons at deacons@harbourcitychurch.com.
David Choi Ruling Elder 0433 666 991 daebii.choi@harbourcitychurch.com Cyril Laugeon Ruling Elder 0420 631 731 cyril@harbourcitychurch.com
Sijin Yang Pastor 0415 058 976 sijin.yang@harbourcitychurch.com Jason Ju Ruling Elder 0422 647 599 jason.ju@harbourcitychurch.com
KEEP IN TOUCH Find us online for regular posts, reflections and to get to know us a little better via our Facebook, Instagram and website. Facebook: @harbourcitychurch Instagram: @hcc_syd www.harbourcitychurch.com PRAYING THROUGH YOUR PEN DISCUSSION QUESTIONS What area of your life is still under influence of sin? How does regularly confessing that sin and receiving the assurance of pardon encourage you in your faith? Why is it important to be honest in our sin before God, and just as important to properly receive the Words of Grace and hear the Assurance of Pardon?
1. Adoration Praise the Father for His attributes and actions 2. Confession Confess and acknowledge your sinfulness 3. Thanksgiving Thank Jesus for His salvation 4. Supplication Ask the Spirit to transform you
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WELCOME TO HCC Thank you for joining us for worship. If you are new to our church, we want to welcome you and would love to get to know you. Please fill out the 'Newcomers Form' here and we’ll get in touch! For any more information about anything or to respond to any announcements, you can always email info@harbourcitychurch.com. GROWTH GROUPS HCC growth groups meet every week except for school holidays. Be sure to get connected in these small group meetings for care, accountability, sermon reflection, prayer, and fellowship. If you’d like to get plugged into a group, contact P. Sijin, Elder David, Delaney, or email info@harbourcitychurch.com. RICE AND OIL DRIVE We are once again supporting the Sydney Refugee Team with our yearly drive. This is a wonderful way to support our local community and those who need the help. Please keep the refugee families in your prayers as we support them through something as simple as rice and oil. Rebecca Lee - SEND OFF NIGHT Save the date and join us for Rebecca’s Send-Off Night as we get to hear from Rebecca, pray for her and celebrate with her before she leaves for missions to Taiwan. Saturday 11 July, 4–6pm We’d love for you to come and support her. HCC MEMBERSHIP CLASSES Interested in church membership? Classes: A - Membership Transfer: 7 June, 12:30pm B - Adult Baptism/Confirmation*: 14 June, 12:30pm C - Infant Baptism: 21 June, 12:30pm *For baptism/confirmation, attend A & B. Register by Sun 31 May: https://forms.gle/ZyR7fQp4Vc2SixA47. For easy access to all important announcement links, visit here. MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Welcoming and Data: Contact Delaney Management: Contact PDK Sound: Contact PDK Slides: Contact Jess Choi City Sanctum Steering Committee: Contact Jung Lee Sunday Program: Contact James Praise: Contact Kev or Selina
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