ORDER OF WORSHIP
JANUARY 18, 2026
ORDER OF WORSHIP 8:30 |9:45
Prelude Lift Every Voice and Sing Welcome and Cultivate Liturgy Leaning on the Everlasting Arms | Hymn #628 The Sacrament of Baptism For the Beauty of the Earth | Hymn #73 Life of the Congregation * Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer Total Praise
G O D A S G A RD E NE R JOHN 15:1–8
DR. RICHARD KANNWISCHER Se n i or P a s t or
In Christ Alone | Hymn #181 Invitation and Benediction Postlude
* For 9:45 service only
ORDER OF WORSHIP 11:15
Lord’s Prayer Call to Worship The Sacrament of Baptism The Blessing Life of the Congregation Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer Gratitude
G O D A S G A RD E NE R JOHN 15:1–8
DR. RICHARD KANNWISCHER Se n i or P a s t or
Firm Foundation Invitation and Benediction Postlude
Congregational songs are listed in bold italic.
BAPTISMS 8:30
SOPHIA ARRINGTON (SOPHIE) MIXON Daughter | Born: July 24, 2025 Parents: Kate and Burch Mixon Grandparents: Leslie and John Hooper; Katherine and Tom Milne; Arrington Mixon and the late Burch Mixon EPHESIANS 5:1-2 Christ God forgave you. Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
9:45
WADE THOMAS CLIFTON Son | Born: May 4, 2025 Parents: Jennifer and Stephen Clifton Siblings: Charlotte (5); Hayes (3) Grandparents: Jeannie and Paul Clifton; Diane and Tom McCarter NUMBERS 6:24-26 “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”
JACK EDWARD DODD Son | Born: April 30, 2025 Parents: Ansley and James Dodd Siblings: Carter (6); William (4) Grandparents: Diane and Tom McCarter; Celia and Darrell Sartain MATTHEW 19:14 Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
BAPTISMS 9:45
AVERY CLAIRE MERREN Daughter | Born: July 29, 2025 Parents: Lauren and Donald Merren Sibling: Carter (18 months) Grandparents: Donald Merren; Angela and Gary Rowe; Alice and Brad Williams JAMES 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
CECILIA ELIZABETH PAUL Daughter | Born: May 6, 2025 Parents: Abby and Michael Paul Grandparents: Margaret and John Long; Cheryl and Rick Paul COLOSSIANS 3:12-15 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
BAPTISMS 11:15
HENRY WILLIAM (WOODY) CASWELL Son | Born: November 3, 2024 Parents: Elizabeth and Britt Caswell Grandparents: Elizabeth and Charlie Caswell; Julie and Mike Mraz MATTHEW 19:14 Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
BANKS MICHAEL MCCOY Son | Born: June 18, 2025 Parents: Emma and Douglas McCoy, Jr. Grandparents: Amy and Michael Austin; Susie and Scott McCoy MARK 10:14-16 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” And he took the children in his arms, placed his hands on them and blessed them.
DECKER CRUISE MCGUIRK Son | Born: May 23, 2025 Parents: Missy McGuirk and Cameron Loughery Siblings: Davis (12); Driver (7) Grandparents: Nancy and Terry McGuirk; Nancy and Kevin Loughery PROVERBS 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
BAPTISMS 11:15
JONES BASKERVILLE NEBLETT Son | Born: April 19, 2025 Parents: Piper and Edward Neblett Sibling: Blythe (3) Grandparents: Julia and Clayton Davis; Mémé and Tabb Neblett PSAL M 139:13-14 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
NEELY ELOISE POPE Daughter | Born: August 22, 2025 Parents: Dylan and Chandler Pope Grandparents: Allison and Craig Camp; Estes Miree; Gala and Jeff Pope 1 JOHN 4:16 God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them.
SERMON OUTLINE GOD AS GARDENER John 15:1–8
1. Why Jesus calls himself a vine: Jesus’ fulfills where God’s people fall short “I am the true vine …” - John 15:1 “I am the vine; you are the branches.” - John 15:5 Genesis 49:11, Isaiah 5:1-7, Jeremiah 2:21, Ezekiel 15:1-8, Hosea 10:1
2. How fruit actually grows: Remain “Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” - John 15:4-5 “If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” - John 15:7 To remain means: • Depend • Stay Connected To remain has two practices: • Word in you • Ask
3. What the Father does with branches: Lovingly clearing and pruning “… my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.” - John 15:1-2 “If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned.” - John 15:6
Planting Hope. Growing Food.
Januar y 30 - Februar y 1
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In January, Peachtree Church begins a year long journey through Cultivate: Life Together in the Spirit. Join us as we look forward to a year of deep transformation and a closer walk with Jesus. January
May
September
CULTIVATE
PATIENCE
GENTLENESS
February
June
October
LOVE
March
JOY
April
PEACE
KINDNESS July
GOODNESS August
FAITHFULNESS
SELF-CONTROL November
THE GARDEN TO COME
We believe lasting transformation happens best in community. We hope you will consider being part of a Belong Group where you’ll have
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access to monthly resources like: Teaching Videos Podcast Conversations Written Group Guides
PeachtreeChurch.com/Cultivate
CULTIVATE IS BOTH A BOOK AND A MOVEMENT. Peachtree Church is thrilled to celebrate the release of Cultivate, the first book by our Senior Pastor, Dr. Richard Kannwischer! Rooted in the fruit of the Spirit, Cultivate invites readers to experience genuine spiritual transformation as God, the Master Gardener, renews growth and new life within us.
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Pickleball FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 6-8pm Atlanta Pickleball Center
Middle and High School Only
Price: $20 per person
Come join us for a fun Pickleball event for middle and high school boys and their dads! Paddles will be provided. Grand Prize for the winning duo!
Dads—please register yourself first, then your son(s).
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This event is non-refundable.
PURPOS E
& PAT H SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
9:30AM | The Summit in the Lodge Peachtree Church will offer a special class for high school students and their parents in the Summit. The class will be led by Dr. Buz Wilcoxon.
This is a free event for High School students and their parents. Light breakfast and coffee will be served.
ATLANTA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Saturdays, February 7-March 21 7:30AM–3:30PM
Join Peachtree Church as we build our 163rd Atlanta Habitat for Humanity home! This year we are building a home for a single father and his son. Volunteers must be 16+ years old and we encourage you to bring friends to build with you—no previous building experience is needed. Together we are building a home and bringing hope to this family.
DAY 1
DAY 4
DAY 6
Frame and deck front, side porches; begin siding
Install cabinets and base trim: finish interior pain
Landscaping: plants, trees, sod, rain garden; clean interior of house; touch up painting
DAY 2
DAY 5
Finish siding; begin exterior painting
Install interior hardware; finish doors, soffit, fascia, countertops, hand and stair railings, interior and exterior paint
FEBRUARY 7
FEBRUARY 14
DAY 3
FEBRUARY 28 Install doors, hand, and stair rails; finish exterior painting; begin interior painting
Sign up at
MARCH 7
MARCH 14
PeachtreeChurch.com/Habitat
MARCH 21
Dedication Day
JOIN US FOR A
HOSPITALITY OPEN TABLE
Hospitality is hosting an Open Table to celebrate our incredible volunteers and to welcome anyone who is interested in serving. If you have a heart for serving others and are looking for a simple way to get connected at Peachtree, we would love to meet you! Come meet our long-time volunteers, hear their stories, and discover how you can make a lasting first impression.
February 15 | 12:30pm | Room 2315 February 16 | 6:30pm | Room 2315
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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY
This week we honor the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. May his example encourage us to walk humbly, love generously, and work toward reconciliation in our world.
MILESTONES Just as families keep in touch about joys and sorrows, our church family at Peachtree wants to do the same. During your prayers this week, we ask you to lift up these people to God.
HOSPI TA LS
MEMBER DE ATH
Marge Anderson | Georgian Lakeside Rehab
Charlotte Walker | 1/5
Elizabeth Munson | Home Hospice Care Bob Smith | Heritage Hospice
The beautiful flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of
Elizabeth Smith Coppedge by her parents, Rebecca and John Coppedge, and her sisters, Evie, Eleanor, and Frances
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