Jesus' Last Week, Last Words
The Tie that Binds
Order of Worship and Weekly Newsletter for the week of March 8, 2026
THE WORSHIP OF GOD
March 8, 2026 · 11:00 AM
The Third Sunday in Lent
CHIMING OF THE HOUR
WELCOME TO WORSHIPERS....................................................................... Dr. Chris George Senior Pastor
ORGAN PRELUDE
Prelude and Chorale on “Ah, Holy Jesus”.............................Michael Burkhardt
OPENING LITANY ...................................................................... ....Rev. M itzi Ethridge-Cantrell Pastoral Care Associate
Let us worship God, Who has done great things.
We rejoice in our God, Who made a way through the desert of this world.
Let us worship God, Who has caused streams of mercy to flow in the wasteland.
We are the people God has formed through Christ; we worship Him, we rejoice!
Let us worship God in spirit and in truth.
We praise God for the grace that has saved us. Hallelujah! We rejoice!
†PROCESSIONAL HYMN 188
“Man of Sorrows!” What a Name..................................HALLELUJAH! WHAT A SAVIOR
LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES AND OPENING OF THE BIBLE
RESPOSIVE READING..................................................................
Rev. Jeremiah Hamby Minister of Youth and Missions
Let us remember Jesus, Who, though rich, became poor and dwelt among us; Who was mighty indeed, healing the sick and the troubled; Who, as a teacher to His disciples, was their companion and servant.
May we ever be grateful for Jesus the Christ and what He has done for us.
Let us remember Jesus, Who prayed for the forgiveness of those who rejected Him and for the perfecting of those who received Him; Who loved all people and prayed for them, even if they denied and rejected Him; Who hated sin because He knew the cost of pride and selfishness, of cruelty and hatred, both to people and to God.
May we ever be grateful for Jesus the Christ and what He has done for us.
Let us remember Jesus, Who humbled himself, obedient unto the cross. God has exalted Him who has redeemed us from the bondage of sin and given us new freedom.
May we ever be grateful for Jesus the Christ and what He has done for us and continues to do for us.
LENTEN
CHORAL MUSIC Thy Will Be Done
Based on Matthew 26:36 -42
.Craig Courtney
Our cup was filled with darkness. Our cup was filled with death. Christ took our cup and drank it, and gave us life, and gave us hope, gave us Himself.
My Father, let this cup pass from me. My Father let this cup pass from me; yet not my will O Lord, yet not my will, O Lord, but Thine be done.
In blackest night we hear Him in dark Gethsemane.
Pleading with the Father for one more way, for one more hope, for one more day.
My Father, let this cup pass from me. My Father, let this cup pass from me. Yet not my will, O Lord, yet not my will, O Lord. but Thine be done.
Then they took our Savior and led Him to a tree; and there they broke his body, poured out His life, put Him to death to rise again!
My Father, let this cup pass from me. My Father, let this cup pass from me. Yet not my will, O Lord, yet not my will, O Lord, but Thine be done.
LENTEN PRAYER CHORUS
Jesus, Remember Me...................................................................Taizé Community
PASTORAL PRAYER WITH OUR LORD’S PRAYER............................................Rev. McNiel
Our Father Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory forever. Amen
ASSURANCE OF PARDON................................................................................... Rev. McNiel
Grace Greater Than Our Sin..............................................
OFFERTORY PRAYER........................................................... Amanda Coe Burton and Elbia Coe PIANO OFFERTORY
At the Cross .........................................................................Arranged by Molly Ijames
NEW TESTAMENT READING
Matthew 26:6-13.........................................................
Rev. Rebecca Caswell-Speight Minister of Families and Faith Formation
6Now while Jesus was at Bethany in the house of Simon the leper, 7a woman came to him with an alabaster jar of very costly ointment, and she poured it on his head as he sat at the table. 8But when the disciples saw it, they were angry and said, “Why this waste? 9For this ointment could have been sold for a large sum, and the money given to the poor.” 10But Jesus, aware of this, said to them, “Why do you trouble the woman? She has performed a good service for me. 11For you always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me. 12By pouring this ointment on my body she has prepared me for burial. 13Truly I tell you, wherever this good news is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will be told in remembrance of her.”
For the word of God in scripture, for the word of God among us, for the word of God within us, Thanks be to God!
Trumpet Voluntary in G......................................................................David Lasky
†All who are able are invited to stand. Heather Huff, pianist; Jason Payne, organist
Altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Rev. Dr. Richard Davis , by his family.
Prayer List
Seek the Lord and His strength, seek His face continually.
1 Chronicles 16:11
Please let us know if someone needs to be added or removed from this list by calling
770.469.5856
*Indicates new concerns
**Recent surgery or hospitalization
Updated March 5, 2026 at 9:00 am
Hospice
Terry Bates
Jeanie Duvall
Elaine Headley
Dee Dee Poss
Home Care
Gloria Adams
Brenda Brantly
Lillian Gulley
Jim Harris
Sandra McNiel
Graham Stovall
Ken Underwood
Rehabilitation/Assisted Living/Long Term Care
Martha Albertson
David Bishop, Sr.
Lois Brecht
Claudie Brown
Lynn Buckhalt
Nancy Davis
Peggy Duke
Jim Farmer
JoAnne Frith
Shirley Furr
Leona Gowen
Jim Griffith
Carol Hand
Harry Jensen
Jan Lammert
Warren Mason
Dixie Meister
Donna Metz
Nita Mitchell
**Dennis Nelson
Sonny Ragan
Pat Thompson
Don Wells
Concerns
Dottie Aiken
Jean Ballew's daughter, Kim
Edie Belden
Janet Benford
Gleason & Janet Benford’s daughter, Jennifer
Joy Bouchard
Joy Bouchard's son-in-law, Charles
Jimmy Blackmon
Bill Cates
Robert Cherry
Victoria Crosby’s friend, Nancy Costo
Jane Cummins' son-in-law, Larry Beebe
Carol Densford
Lynne Felton’s niece, Megan Finch
*Carol Ann Fulgham
Carole Gaines
Mark Gaines
Janet Granade's nephew, Ron Spain
Norma Green
**Cheryl Hall
Beverly Hammack
Carol Harris’ daughter, Sheryl
Sandra Hawkins
Rachel Hitchcock
Mike Holcomb
*Jim Howard
Steve & Sandy Huff's sister-in-law, Malia Huff
Charlotte Johnson’s son-in-law
Milly Jenkins
John Jones' nephew, Randy Bolling
*Patrece Keeter
Bob and Vicki King's grandson, Jack
Earlene Lane’s daughter, Melinda Selim
Nathan Langley
Don McChesney’s brother-in-law, Bob Lewis
Sue Miller
Nancy Mitchell
Alice Moore’s niece, Deanne Peacock
Joe Moore's family
Ken Morgan’s son-in-law, Brad Dennis
Marti Newcomb-Thompson
Alli and Randy Nicolais, and their family
Judy Parker's cousin, Terri Cottle
Don Peavy
Sara Ann Pepper's nephew, Jeff Paul
Christine Peredney's friend, Felicia Rodgers
*Dara Reynolds' friend, Peggy
**Susan Robinson
Sara Salvadore’s friend, Hugh Bennawitz
Sara Salvadore’s friend, Erin O'Brian
Pete Seay
**Don Sharp
Debra Smith
Eboni Smith and her family
A PEOPLE OF Prayer
We invite you to pause, pray, and reflect.
Nancy Snell
Jean and Mark Sowell's family friend, Michael Boswell
Mark Sowell
Carolyn Springston
Ernie Strauss' son and granddaughter
Elaine Tudor's friend, Pam Anderson
Carol Wagnon
Thomas Watson's friend, Robert Reeves
**Brian Weatherby
Jean Weathers sister, Linda Voyles
Alexis Weaver
Alexis Weaver's aunt, Martha Jones
Bobbie and Jim Wehner
Elizabeth Wells
Michael and Debby Willis’ nephew, Cameron Willis
Barbara Whitlow’s family
**Betty Yates
Academy of Arts teacher, Kim Britt Academy of Arts teacher, Janet Chadwick Academy of Art's parent, Sarah Skinner
When our hearts are weary and the chaos of our world feels overwhelming, help us to be a people of prayer.
When days feel too long and darkness comes quickly, help us to be a people of prayer.
When the path is unclear and our steps are unsteady, help us to be a people of prayer.
In you, we find our refuge and strength as a people of prayer.
In you, hearts awakened and hope restored, as a people of prayer.
Coffee and Donuts - 9:00 am
In-Person and Zoom Sunday School - 9:45 am
In-Person and Live stream Worship Service - 11:00 am
Children and Youth Activities - 5:00 pm
Dinner - 5:00 pm
Prayer Concerns - 6:00 pm
Youth and Children’s Activities - 6:00 pm
In-Person and Live stream Journeys - 6:00 pm
Sanctuary Choir - 7:00 pm
PATHS
THAT JESUS WALKED
Each Tuesday during the season of Lent we will be posting a devotional written by Mitzi Ethridge-Cantrell with a scripture reading, reflection questions, and prayer to smokerisebaptist.org.
NEURODIVERSITY CAREGIVERS GROUP
March 23 | 7:00 PM | Room 308
This group will both share in the joys of neurodivergence, as well as be a sounding board and support to help caregivers provide the best care possible to their family members.
Confidential RSVP to Martha at mabner@smokerisebaptist.org to receive group updates.
Smoke Rise Young Adults
March 28 | 9:30 am Mint Coffeehouse
Young Adults are invited to Coffee Boat for a time of fellowship each month.
Grief Support Group
March 15 5:00 PM | Room 308
Our grief support group meets once a month to provide a safe space for sharing, healing, and encouragement. Whether you’re experiencing recent loss or carrying grief from the past, you are welcome here.
March 12 | 11:30 am Magnolia Room Cafeteria
All men are invited for a wonderful time of devotion, prayer, great food, and fellowship. RSVP to Martha in the church office at 770.469.5856.
Keeping Women Connected
Every month we support a local mission effort and enjoy a wonderful time of fellowship. Sadies' Ladies Circle
March 9 | 1:30 PM | Room 223 Fite Circle
March 10 | 10:30 AM | Parlor All our welcome to join us for a time of community and support.
Gathered & Rooted A Space for Families
March 13 | 6:30-8:30 PM
Stars & Strikes in Stone Mountiain
Families with children and youth are invited to Gathered & Rooted—a time to connect, fellowship, and grow together. The evening will cost $15 per person for two hours of bowling and arcade access. You will pay Nikki Young when you arrive. We hope to see you there!
Welcome
to Smoke Rise Baptist Church NEWCOMERS LUNCH
March 15th
Following the Worship Service in the Fellowship Hall
We look forward to a time of fellowship with our new members from 2025/26 and our current visitors.
RSVP with Martha in our church office at 770.469.5856.
Kids Lock-in
March 13-14
Because our Children’s Winter Retreat was cancelled, we’re excited to offer a Kids Lock-In for grades 3–5 as a fun make-up event! During the evening, children will meet up with their families at the Gathered & Rooted event before returning to the church for the remainder of the lock-in. The cost at Star & Strikes will be covered for all children attending the lock-in.
Youth Event ATLANTA HAWKS GAME
March 14
Meeting at 1:30 PM at the church
Tickets cost $40
Purchase your tickets at smokerisebaptist.org/youth/.
There are 16 tickets available.
We have received $51,834 toward our world mission offering goal of $55,000. Through this offering you help feed the hungry, restore homes, bring medical care, and share God’s love near and far. Each of our 11 mission partners have a $5,000 project that will directly impact their community! 94%
WEDNESDAY
EVENING ACTIVITIES
Join us for Fellowship Dinner from 5:00–6:00 PM, followed by activities for all ages from 6:00–7:00 PM.
This Weeks Menu (3/11)
Beef stew with potatoes & carrots, baked chicken, fried okra, green beans, salad and dessert
Dinner Pricing
Adults $8; Children (10 and under) $3; Vegetable Plate $7; Takeout $8.50
Immediate Family Maximum $25
Pledge Sunday . March 22
Pledge Sunday
March 22nd
Pledge cards were sent out this week. If you don't receive one, you may pick one up in the office. You can also submit your pledges online at smokerisebaptist.org/give/. Your pledges can be submitted any time during pledge season. Then on Pledge Sunday we will invite everyone who has not submitted a pledge to do so.
To learn more visit smokerisebaptist.org/journeys/
Entering the Passion of Jesus
February 25 – April 1
Wednesdays at 6 PM | Fellowship Hall
Led by Chris George
Book of Ephesians
March 11 - April 1
Wednesdays at 9:30 AM | Room 223
Led by Jeremiah Hamby RSVP to Terry Shields tms4him@ yahoo.com or 404-451-2294
Stories Jesus Told
April 15 - May 6
Wednesdays at 6 PM | Fellowship Hall
Led by Four Smoke Rise Teachers
LEARN MORE AND GET YOUR TICKETS AT SMOKERISEBAPTIST.ORG/SHOW/ ACADEMY OF ARTS PRESENTS
MARCH
20-22
Easter Party
March 28 at 10:00 am
Four Age-Graded Egg Hunts
Easter Egg Store
Face Painting
Mint Coffee Truck
An Inflatable Slide
Holy Week
Palm Sunday
March 29 at 11:00 AM
Palm Processional, Children Choristers, Handbell Choir, Sanctuary Choir
Maundy Thursday
April 2 at 7:00 PM
Service of Holy Communion
This service will feature the Sanctuary Choir with Tenebrae. The livestream will be available at smokerisebaptist.org/maundy-thursday/.
Good Friday
April 3 from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
A time of silence and prayer in the Chapel.
Easter Sunday
April 5 at 11:00 AM
Festive Choral music and Brass Ensemble