This Week at HBCThis playlist updates weekly to reflect the songs that will be song on Sunday morning.
Horicon HymnsThis playlist has all the songs we've sung as a church in the last few years.
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Potential Horicon HymnsAt HBC, while we love the old hymns (and there are many old hymns that we'll never stop singing), we recognize that musical style evolves from generation to generation and so we're working to slowly introduce more modern songs to sing on Sunday. The playlist below are some of the songs we're looking to introduce. The earlier a song appears in the playlist corresponds to how soon we'll start singing that song on Sundays.
Christmas at HBC |
Christmas Eve 2024
The Regulative Principle of Worship
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When the Protestant Reformation hit the world, the reformers sought to go back to the Bible and reform the church based on the word of God. These reformers sought to regulate the church’s worship by Scripture alone, rather than by church tradition. This principle became known as the regulative principle of worship. Simply put, the regulative principle teaches that the church should only do what the Bible commanded. We practice the regulative principle at HBC and if you would like to know more, here's a sermon from our pastor on the subject.
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Why We Worship the Way We Do
The Heart Behind our Order of Service HBC
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At Horicon Baptist, we believe that every part of our worship service matters. Our goal is not just to “go through the motions,” but to gather together as God’s people, hearing His voice and responding with hearts full of reverence and joy. Our services follow a simple but powerful rhythm: God speaks. We respond. We hear His Word and we respond with adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and faith. This back-and-forth pattern shapes our hearts to live all of life in response to His grace. Here's what each part of our service means
Call to Worship We begin with Scripture that calls us to lift our eyes to God. He gets the first word. He invites us into His presence, not because we’re worthy, but because He is gracious. Followed by a song of adoration. |
Congregational Prayer
Each week, we pray together: praising God, confessing our sins, thanking Him, asking for help, and bringing our sorrows to Him. Our prayers are shaped by that Sunday’s sermon text and what’s going on in the world or our church family (like holidays, war, grief, or birthdays). This reminds us that nothing is too big or too small to bring before our Father.
Offering
A short Scripture reminds us why we give: not to earn God’s love, but to worship Him. Guests are never expected to give. For members and regular attenders, giving is part of our shared mission and worship. Followed by a song of thanksgiving or praise.
Scripture Reading
We always read from the opposite Testament of the sermon text:
Call to Confession
After hearing from Scripture, we are reminded of our sin and need for grace. We’re invited to confess our sins, not to wallow in shame, but to come clean before a merciful God.
Prayer of Confession
Together, we pray an honest prayer that names our sins and turns our hearts back to the Lord. Then, we pause in silence for a moment of personal repentance, giving space for everyone to talk with God privately.
Assurance of Pardon
The silence is interrupted with Scripture that declares the Good News: In Christ, we are forgiven. Then a short explanation reminds us: God’s mercy is real. The cross is enough . Followed by a song rejoicing in the Gospel.
Sermon
We open the Bible and hear God speak. Our sermons aim to clearly explain the passage, show how it points to Jesus, and apply it to our lives. Followed by a song that helps us respond with faith.
Benediction
We close with a Scriptural blessing, sending us out with joy, courage, and Gospel assurance.
We hope this helps you see the meaning behind our services and draw near to God with fresh joy every Sunday. Please email us at [email protected], if you have questions about why we do what we do.
Each week, we pray together: praising God, confessing our sins, thanking Him, asking for help, and bringing our sorrows to Him. Our prayers are shaped by that Sunday’s sermon text and what’s going on in the world or our church family (like holidays, war, grief, or birthdays). This reminds us that nothing is too big or too small to bring before our Father.
Offering
A short Scripture reminds us why we give: not to earn God’s love, but to worship Him. Guests are never expected to give. For members and regular attenders, giving is part of our shared mission and worship. Followed by a song of thanksgiving or praise.
Scripture Reading
We always read from the opposite Testament of the sermon text:
- If the sermon is from the Old Testament, we read the New
- If the sermon is from the New Testament, we read the Old
Call to Confession
After hearing from Scripture, we are reminded of our sin and need for grace. We’re invited to confess our sins, not to wallow in shame, but to come clean before a merciful God.
Prayer of Confession
Together, we pray an honest prayer that names our sins and turns our hearts back to the Lord. Then, we pause in silence for a moment of personal repentance, giving space for everyone to talk with God privately.
Assurance of Pardon
The silence is interrupted with Scripture that declares the Good News: In Christ, we are forgiven. Then a short explanation reminds us: God’s mercy is real. The cross is enough . Followed by a song rejoicing in the Gospel.
Sermon
We open the Bible and hear God speak. Our sermons aim to clearly explain the passage, show how it points to Jesus, and apply it to our lives. Followed by a song that helps us respond with faith.
Benediction
We close with a Scriptural blessing, sending us out with joy, courage, and Gospel assurance.
We hope this helps you see the meaning behind our services and draw near to God with fresh joy every Sunday. Please email us at [email protected], if you have questions about why we do what we do.