Approaching God
Welcome & Announcement
Prelude & Gathering
Call to Light the Advent Wreath
Family: The season of Advent continues. Today we shall be lighting the candle of love.
Congregation: No other word so completely describes what we know of our God. For God so loved the world that a child was given....God's love in human form.
Family: We wait in hope and peace, and with joy.
The two purple candles and the pink candle are lit
Family: We light the candle of love to proclaim that God's love is revealed in the Child born in Bethlehem.
Congregation: We are challenged to proclaim and reveal that same love as we live out our faith here in ….
The purple candle is lit
Family: We give thanks for a love that passes our human understanding.
Congregation: We await once more the birth of God's enduring love this Christmas. In Christ’s Sacred Name, we hope, wait, love, and pray. Amen
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: Lord of Love and Life, we come before You as Your people, hoping to please You with our praises and seeking to delight You with our worship.
People: Almighty God, in whom our lives are lived, and by whom our days are sustained, we place our faith, hope, and love in You alone.
Guide: Gracious Father, we know that we have allowed temptation and sin to over rule our spirits. We have succumbed to our selfish desires and made poor choices.
People: Benevolent Majesty, forgive us for taking Your grace for granted and for setting You aside. Pardon us for disrespecting Your ways and disavowing Your words with our sinful actions. Hear us now as we inwardly confess our sins.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Merciful God, only Your Son Jesus Christ can save us from our sins. Only He can bridge the gap that we have created through our sinful deeds and wicked ways.
People: We place our lives and souls into Christ’s hands. We ask for redemption and restoration through His precious blood. In His Holy words, we now pray, saying, “Our Father, etc.
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: When Jesus came into our world, He brought God’s everlasting grace with Him. By living a life of true obedience, He has enabled us to be given an eternal hope from God. We are no longer cast away from God. We are restored to His throne and returned to His Kingdom through Jesus Christ, our Savior, Redeemer, and Lord. Amen.
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Anthem
Encountering God
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: O Lord, in this holy sanctuary, our souls yearn for Your Favor, and our hearts cry out for healing.
People: Bless us, Living God, for we have set our hopes in You, and trust You with all our strength.
Pastor: Hear our prayers, O LORD God Almighty; listen to us, O God of Jacob.
People: Look upon Your people, O God, gathered here in Your Name. Look upon us with mercy and compassion.
Pastor: For You, O LORD, fill us with faith, and You help us through each day.
People: Gracious God, do not withhold Your power from us. Heal us and all our loved ones from sickness and pain, anxiety and depression, illness and injury.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: O LORD Almighty, blessed are those who trust in You. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 84)
Prayer for Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, teach us God’s plan for our lives through the reading and receiving of these sacred words. Challenge and change our ways, so that we may become true witnesses of Christ’s Gospel. In His Name, we pray. Amen.
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory:
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we bring before You an offering made up of our tithes and gifts, resources and wealth. We pray that it may honor and glorify You. We humbly ask that You bless this offering for the spreading of the Gospel, the mission of the Church, and the praising of God’s Name, both now and always. Amen.
Hymn:
Benediction (unison): May the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace as we trust in Him, so that we may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. In the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; One God forevermore. Amen.
Doxology & Postlude
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Tuesday, December 18, 2007
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Sunday prayers; Nov 18, 2007
Approaching God
Welcome & announcements
Prelude & Gathering
Call of Acclamation ( based on Psalm 119:156,159 &160))
Leader: O Lord, Your compassion is wonderful; sustain us with Your merciful grace.
People: We love Your holy words and sacred ways, O Lord; refresh us with Your abiding love.
Leader: All Your promises are true; all your righteous laws are eternal, therefore we will worship and glorify Your Holy Name. Amen.
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: Almighty Father, who knows the hidden secrets of our hearts, and to whom our innermost thoughts are revealed; we come before You as humble servants, seeking to please You with our worship and honor You with our praise.
People: Gracious Lord, You have given us commandments and laws, guidance and grace to live our lives cheerfully, abundantly and faithfully. However, we have sinfully chosen to yield to temptation and crush Your godly counsel with our selfish ways.
Guide: Merciful God, forgive our foolish deeds and faithless decisions. Pardon our indifference to Your commands. Liberate us from those longings and desires which damage our souls through greed, pride, defiance and despair.
People: Loving Father, restrain us from blemishing our lives with wickedness and corruption, bitterness and fear, anger and temptation. Hear us now as we personally confess our individual sins to You.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Heavenly Lord, we place our lives into Your Son’s keeping. We seek Christ’s grace and ask that He will intercede on our behalf, by cleansing our souls and restoring us to Your Favor.
People: For we ask this in Jesus’ Name and through His own prayer, we seek Your blessing, saying, “Our Father, etc.”(Isaiah 23v12)
Promise of the Gospel:
Guide: Jesus satisfies our souls with His love and grace. When we confess our sins to Him, He gathers us to His heart and assures that our lives will not be wasted by sin, nor overcome by temptation. He is our One True and Living Savior, so let us rejoice and give glory to His Name. Amen. (John 6v12)
Gloria Patri : Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Children’s Sermon
Anthem
Encountering God
Minute for Mission? - Guatemala
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Blessed are those whose sins are forgiven by the Lord, and whose fears are divinely diminished.
People: Blessed are those people who love the Lord and in whose spirits there is faith and hope.
Pastor: Let everyone pray to You, O Lord and find the answers to our questions; let us reach out and touch You for help, health, and healing.
People: You are our refuge and salvation, Lord; protect us from trouble and grant us deliverance.
Pastor: Instruct and enable our loved ones to follow Your ways. Counsel and watch over them. Heal them of all that harms them in body, mind and spirit.
People: May Your unfailing love surround and uplift them, for we entrust them into Your Hands. Hear us now as we quietly pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Rejoice in the LORD and be glad, people of God; celebrate and fill your hearts with faith, hope and love! In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 32)
Prayer for Illumination :
Reader : Holy Spirit, pour out the blessings and shower us with God’s promises through His Holy Word. Enable us to receive Christ’s teachings through all that we see and hear. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
(Acts 2:33)
Scripture Readings, Sermon & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication : Lord Jesus, through Your entire life, You always gave thanks to God. By Your Loving example, we gather together our tokens of gratitude from our own resources, seeking to honor God with our tithes and gifts. May they enhance Your ministry among us. Take these gifts and bless them for the life, work and mission of our church. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
( 1 Cor 11v24)
Hymn :
Benediction: May Christ grant us unity with Him forevermore; may the Father continue to strengthen our faith each day; and may the Holy Spirit deliver us from pride and teach us to revere God, both now and always. Amen. ( Romans 11v20)
Welcome & announcements
Prelude & Gathering
Call of Acclamation ( based on Psalm 119:156,159 &160))
Leader: O Lord, Your compassion is wonderful; sustain us with Your merciful grace.
People: We love Your holy words and sacred ways, O Lord; refresh us with Your abiding love.
Leader: All Your promises are true; all your righteous laws are eternal, therefore we will worship and glorify Your Holy Name. Amen.
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: Almighty Father, who knows the hidden secrets of our hearts, and to whom our innermost thoughts are revealed; we come before You as humble servants, seeking to please You with our worship and honor You with our praise.
People: Gracious Lord, You have given us commandments and laws, guidance and grace to live our lives cheerfully, abundantly and faithfully. However, we have sinfully chosen to yield to temptation and crush Your godly counsel with our selfish ways.
Guide: Merciful God, forgive our foolish deeds and faithless decisions. Pardon our indifference to Your commands. Liberate us from those longings and desires which damage our souls through greed, pride, defiance and despair.
People: Loving Father, restrain us from blemishing our lives with wickedness and corruption, bitterness and fear, anger and temptation. Hear us now as we personally confess our individual sins to You.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Heavenly Lord, we place our lives into Your Son’s keeping. We seek Christ’s grace and ask that He will intercede on our behalf, by cleansing our souls and restoring us to Your Favor.
People: For we ask this in Jesus’ Name and through His own prayer, we seek Your blessing, saying, “Our Father, etc.”(Isaiah 23v12)
Promise of the Gospel:
Guide: Jesus satisfies our souls with His love and grace. When we confess our sins to Him, He gathers us to His heart and assures that our lives will not be wasted by sin, nor overcome by temptation. He is our One True and Living Savior, so let us rejoice and give glory to His Name. Amen. (John 6v12)
Gloria Patri : Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Children’s Sermon
Anthem
Encountering God
Minute for Mission? - Guatemala
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Blessed are those whose sins are forgiven by the Lord, and whose fears are divinely diminished.
People: Blessed are those people who love the Lord and in whose spirits there is faith and hope.
Pastor: Let everyone pray to You, O Lord and find the answers to our questions; let us reach out and touch You for help, health, and healing.
People: You are our refuge and salvation, Lord; protect us from trouble and grant us deliverance.
Pastor: Instruct and enable our loved ones to follow Your ways. Counsel and watch over them. Heal them of all that harms them in body, mind and spirit.
People: May Your unfailing love surround and uplift them, for we entrust them into Your Hands. Hear us now as we quietly pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Rejoice in the LORD and be glad, people of God; celebrate and fill your hearts with faith, hope and love! In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 32)
Prayer for Illumination :
Reader : Holy Spirit, pour out the blessings and shower us with God’s promises through His Holy Word. Enable us to receive Christ’s teachings through all that we see and hear. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
(Acts 2:33)
Scripture Readings, Sermon & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication : Lord Jesus, through Your entire life, You always gave thanks to God. By Your Loving example, we gather together our tokens of gratitude from our own resources, seeking to honor God with our tithes and gifts. May they enhance Your ministry among us. Take these gifts and bless them for the life, work and mission of our church. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
( 1 Cor 11v24)
Hymn :
Benediction: May Christ grant us unity with Him forevermore; may the Father continue to strengthen our faith each day; and may the Holy Spirit deliver us from pride and teach us to revere God, both now and always. Amen. ( Romans 11v20)
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Sunday Prayers - 23 Sept, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 8)
Pastor: O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your Name in all the earth!
People: What are we that You are mindful of us; of what importance have we become, that You care for our lives?
Pastor: You have made us a little lower than the heavenly beings and yet You have crowned us with glory, therefore we will worship and honor You with our praises. Amen.First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Glorious Majesty, we come before You as servants and followers of Your Son. We offer our praises and thanksgiving to the glory and power of Your Sacred Name.
People: Eternal God, You are the Sustainer of all life and the Revealer of all that we know. Your ways are mysterious and awesome to us, yet Your works are full of compassion and blessing
Guide: Living Lord, we know that our lives are sometimes motivated by greed and desire, envy and jealousy. We allow pride to distort Your words and arrogance to diminish our faith.
People: Gracious Father, we are sorry for our sinful and selfish ways. We try to change our lives for the better, but we often fail to overcome temptations everyday. Hear us now as we silently make our confessions.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Heavenly Lord, consume our sins, but not us sinners. Have mercy upon us and grant us forgiveness.
People: For we make these prayers in Christ’s Name and through His everlasting words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:12)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: The world sometimes does not understand why we want to be disciples of Jesus. We know that we have sinned greatly, but we also have a Great Savior. Through Christ’s death, we are pardoned of our past mistakes and restored to God’s bountiful favor. Let us rejoice and be glad in His Name, forevermore. Amen. (John 9:28)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Minute for Mission: Peace Making
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Hear us, O Living Lord as we call upon Your Name. Be our shepherd and guide us in the midst of our troubles.
People: Come amongst us, Gracious God, and touch us with Your Healing hands. Save us from our sickness and deliver us from despair.
Pastor: Restore us, O Lord, to health and strength. Look favorably upon us and grant us hope and peace.
People: Hear our prayers, LORD God, and give us patience to wait upon Your answer.
Pastor: Listen to the cries of our hearts and heal us, and those of all our loved ones, from all that harms us in body, mind, heart and spirit.
People: In the midst of our discomfort and pain, grant us rest. At the time of our greatest anxieties and deepest concerns, be our strength and solid foundation. Hear us now as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Restore us, O God Almighty; make Your face shine upon us, that we may be healed. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 80)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, astonish us with the scriptures, so that we may earnestly follow Christ as our Teacher and Lord. Open our hearts and minds to His lessons and grant us the courage to apply them in our daily lives. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:13)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, keep us focused on serving You with our time, talents, and money. Give us cheerful hearts that glorify You with our tithes and gifts. Take this offering and bless it for the life, work, and ministry of Your Kingdom. In Your Holy Name, we freely give and faithfully pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:8)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May we be given over to Christ, so that we may glorify His power; may the Father take our lives and use them for His purposes; and may the Holy Spirit reveal to us the glory of the One, Triune and Living God, both now and always. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:11)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 8)
Pastor: O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your Name in all the earth!
People: What are we that You are mindful of us; of what importance have we become, that You care for our lives?
Pastor: You have made us a little lower than the heavenly beings and yet You have crowned us with glory, therefore we will worship and honor You with our praises. Amen.First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Glorious Majesty, we come before You as servants and followers of Your Son. We offer our praises and thanksgiving to the glory and power of Your Sacred Name.
People: Eternal God, You are the Sustainer of all life and the Revealer of all that we know. Your ways are mysterious and awesome to us, yet Your works are full of compassion and blessing
Guide: Living Lord, we know that our lives are sometimes motivated by greed and desire, envy and jealousy. We allow pride to distort Your words and arrogance to diminish our faith.
People: Gracious Father, we are sorry for our sinful and selfish ways. We try to change our lives for the better, but we often fail to overcome temptations everyday. Hear us now as we silently make our confessions.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Heavenly Lord, consume our sins, but not us sinners. Have mercy upon us and grant us forgiveness.
People: For we make these prayers in Christ’s Name and through His everlasting words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:12)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: The world sometimes does not understand why we want to be disciples of Jesus. We know that we have sinned greatly, but we also have a Great Savior. Through Christ’s death, we are pardoned of our past mistakes and restored to God’s bountiful favor. Let us rejoice and be glad in His Name, forevermore. Amen. (John 9:28)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Minute for Mission: Peace Making
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Hear us, O Living Lord as we call upon Your Name. Be our shepherd and guide us in the midst of our troubles.
People: Come amongst us, Gracious God, and touch us with Your Healing hands. Save us from our sickness and deliver us from despair.
Pastor: Restore us, O Lord, to health and strength. Look favorably upon us and grant us hope and peace.
People: Hear our prayers, LORD God, and give us patience to wait upon Your answer.
Pastor: Listen to the cries of our hearts and heal us, and those of all our loved ones, from all that harms us in body, mind, heart and spirit.
People: In the midst of our discomfort and pain, grant us rest. At the time of our greatest anxieties and deepest concerns, be our strength and solid foundation. Hear us now as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Restore us, O God Almighty; make Your face shine upon us, that we may be healed. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 80)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, astonish us with the scriptures, so that we may earnestly follow Christ as our Teacher and Lord. Open our hearts and minds to His lessons and grant us the courage to apply them in our daily lives. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:13)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, keep us focused on serving You with our time, talents, and money. Give us cheerful hearts that glorify You with our tithes and gifts. Take this offering and bless it for the life, work, and ministry of Your Kingdom. In Your Holy Name, we freely give and faithfully pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:8)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May we be given over to Christ, so that we may glorify His power; may the Father take our lives and use them for His purposes; and may the Holy Spirit reveal to us the glory of the One, Triune and Living God, both now and always. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:11)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Monday, August 27, 2007
Sunday prayers - September 02, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 6)
Pastor: Be merciful to us, O Lord. In our weakness, become our strength.
People: Turn, O Lord, and deliver us. Hear our prayers and praises.
Pastor: May the Lord be pleased with our worship. May we delight in His bountiful favor. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Almighty God, whose sacred words are life to the believing soul, and whose eternal ways impact our world; we gather together to praise Your Holy Name and to exalt Your everlasting power.
People: Lord of the Universe, whose infinite strength gives hope to billions of people throughout the earth, we cheerfully lift up our hearts to worship and glorify Your boundless sovereignty.
Guide: Merciful Majesty, despite seeking to faithfully serve You, we still yield to temptation and surrender our lives to selfish acts and sinful ways.
People: Gracious God, we appeal to Your grace and seek Your pardon. We confess our faults and regret our mistakes. Hear us now as we quietly bring our admissions of guilt to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Heavenly Father, without the love of Your Son Jesus Christ, our hopes would be vanquished and our confessions made in vain.
People: Christ alone is the One who saves us from our sins and restores us to God’s favor. In His everlasting words, we continue to lift up our prayers, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:10)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: How does Christ return us to the blessing of God’s pleasure? By sacrificing Himself in our place and fully atoning for all of our sins. Let us rejoice and be glad of His mercy, which endures for ever. Amen. (John 9:26)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Commissioning of Enrichment Graduates
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: We are called to be God’s people, to listen to His words, and to apply His teaching.
People: For generations, our people have known the bounty of hope and the blessing of healing from the LORD.
Pastor: O LORD, we seek to experience Your Holy touch; we pray for recovery, renewal and restoration.
People: We call upon You, O Living God, to show us Your wonders by healing our hearts, mending our minds, and strengthening our spirits
Pastor: Eternal Lord, let miracles of hope and health, of blessing and healing be granted to us and all whom we pray for, on this holy day.
People: May all our loved ones and neighbors, our friends and colleagues trust in Your word and experience deliverance from pain, discomfort, suffering and disease. Hear us now as we quietly pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: May the Lord shepherd us to salvation and lead us towards an abundance of health, wholeness and healing. In Jesus’ Name, we ask and pray. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 78)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, as we read and hear the good news of the Kingdom of God, open our hearts and minds to the living presence of Christ. Enable us to seek His truth and to apply His ways in our daily lives. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:12)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You help us wherever we go through life and in times of trouble, You tarry with us. In return, we offer You our lives for service in God’s Kingdom and the spreading of the Gospel. Take our tithes and gifts from our resources; use and bless them for Your continuing work in this congregation and community. In Your Holy Name, we cheerfully give and faithfully pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:6)
Communion
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Jesus protect us from all that would persecute our faith and diminish our beliefs; may the Father refresh and strengthen our souls; and may the Holy Spirit continue to keep us in the loving service of the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:9)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 6)
Pastor: Be merciful to us, O Lord. In our weakness, become our strength.
People: Turn, O Lord, and deliver us. Hear our prayers and praises.
Pastor: May the Lord be pleased with our worship. May we delight in His bountiful favor. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Almighty God, whose sacred words are life to the believing soul, and whose eternal ways impact our world; we gather together to praise Your Holy Name and to exalt Your everlasting power.
People: Lord of the Universe, whose infinite strength gives hope to billions of people throughout the earth, we cheerfully lift up our hearts to worship and glorify Your boundless sovereignty.
Guide: Merciful Majesty, despite seeking to faithfully serve You, we still yield to temptation and surrender our lives to selfish acts and sinful ways.
People: Gracious God, we appeal to Your grace and seek Your pardon. We confess our faults and regret our mistakes. Hear us now as we quietly bring our admissions of guilt to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Heavenly Father, without the love of Your Son Jesus Christ, our hopes would be vanquished and our confessions made in vain.
People: Christ alone is the One who saves us from our sins and restores us to God’s favor. In His everlasting words, we continue to lift up our prayers, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:10)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: How does Christ return us to the blessing of God’s pleasure? By sacrificing Himself in our place and fully atoning for all of our sins. Let us rejoice and be glad of His mercy, which endures for ever. Amen. (John 9:26)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Commissioning of Enrichment Graduates
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: We are called to be God’s people, to listen to His words, and to apply His teaching.
People: For generations, our people have known the bounty of hope and the blessing of healing from the LORD.
Pastor: O LORD, we seek to experience Your Holy touch; we pray for recovery, renewal and restoration.
People: We call upon You, O Living God, to show us Your wonders by healing our hearts, mending our minds, and strengthening our spirits
Pastor: Eternal Lord, let miracles of hope and health, of blessing and healing be granted to us and all whom we pray for, on this holy day.
People: May all our loved ones and neighbors, our friends and colleagues trust in Your word and experience deliverance from pain, discomfort, suffering and disease. Hear us now as we quietly pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: May the Lord shepherd us to salvation and lead us towards an abundance of health, wholeness and healing. In Jesus’ Name, we ask and pray. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 78)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, as we read and hear the good news of the Kingdom of God, open our hearts and minds to the living presence of Christ. Enable us to seek His truth and to apply His ways in our daily lives. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:12)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You help us wherever we go through life and in times of trouble, You tarry with us. In return, we offer You our lives for service in God’s Kingdom and the spreading of the Gospel. Take our tithes and gifts from our resources; use and bless them for Your continuing work in this congregation and community. In Your Holy Name, we cheerfully give and faithfully pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:6)
Communion
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Jesus protect us from all that would persecute our faith and diminish our beliefs; may the Father refresh and strengthen our souls; and may the Holy Spirit continue to keep us in the loving service of the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:9)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Monday, August 13, 2007
Sunday prayers - Aug 19, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 4)
Pastor: May the Lord answer us when we call to Him in our need. May His righteousness be our strength.
People: May the Lord be merciful to us; may He bless our prayers and praise.
Pastor: Let the light of the Lord shine upon us; let us glorify and worship His Name. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Eternal King of the Universe, whose guidance enriches our lives and whose benevolence enhances our spirits, we offer our hearts and love, our devotion and worship to You alone.
People: Almighty Lord of Life, whose ways are mysterious, and yet whose love is evident through creation, we bless You with our praises and exalt Your Holy Name.
Guide: Heavenly Father, when we desert Your commands, You are disappointed with us; when break Your laws, You are hurt with our dishonesty.
People: Gracious Lord, forgive us for despising Your words; pardon us for disrespecting Your sacred scriptures. Hear us now, as we confess our selfish faults and sinful deeds.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Immortal God, only Christ can restore Your covenant with us. Only He has the power to set us on the right path to Your Kingdom.
People: Jesus redeems our sinful souls and reunites us to God’s everlasting love. By His grace, we are no longer enemies of God. In Christ’s words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:8)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus gives glory to God and returns to His favor. In Christ alone, we have the divine opportunity to be forgiven of the past, to be guided at present, and to be welcomed into God’s eternal realm. Let us rejoice and be glad, for in Jesus, Christ, God’s Only Son, we are saved and forgiven, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:24)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: In this holy place, God is known. His Name is great among His gathered people.
People: The Lord dwells within our hearts and calls us to this house of prayer and healing.
Pastor: God is our light and salvation. He is majestic and almighty, compassionate and caring.
People: In the midst of our fears, He stands beside us. In times of anger and frustration, He is our strength and peace.
Pastor: Heavenly Lord, heal us and all our loved ones; free us from pain and suffering; restore us to health and strength.
People: Rise up, O Living God, and save us from all of our afflictions. Hear us now as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: May the LORD God hear our prayers and fulfill them; may He send us the gift of healing, and release us from our fears. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 76)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, help us to be attentive to the lessons of faith that we are about to read and hear. Reveal to us the teachings of Christ, so that by His great power, we may live our lives in ways that please and honor Him. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:10)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You have called us to this holy place, to hear the Gospel, and to apply it in our lives. We bring before You our tithes and gifts, our loyalty and devotion. We pray that You will take them for the service of Your Kingdom, the preaching of Your word, and the edifying of Your Church. In Your Holy Name, we cheerfully give and faithfully pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:4)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Jesus be the everlasting treasure of our eternal lives; may the Father’s power be evident in all that we say and do; and may the Holy Spirit continue to lead us in ways that bring honor and blessing, power and glory to the One, Triune and Living God, both now and always. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:7)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 4)
Pastor: May the Lord answer us when we call to Him in our need. May His righteousness be our strength.
People: May the Lord be merciful to us; may He bless our prayers and praise.
Pastor: Let the light of the Lord shine upon us; let us glorify and worship His Name. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Eternal King of the Universe, whose guidance enriches our lives and whose benevolence enhances our spirits, we offer our hearts and love, our devotion and worship to You alone.
People: Almighty Lord of Life, whose ways are mysterious, and yet whose love is evident through creation, we bless You with our praises and exalt Your Holy Name.
Guide: Heavenly Father, when we desert Your commands, You are disappointed with us; when break Your laws, You are hurt with our dishonesty.
People: Gracious Lord, forgive us for despising Your words; pardon us for disrespecting Your sacred scriptures. Hear us now, as we confess our selfish faults and sinful deeds.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Immortal God, only Christ can restore Your covenant with us. Only He has the power to set us on the right path to Your Kingdom.
People: Jesus redeems our sinful souls and reunites us to God’s everlasting love. By His grace, we are no longer enemies of God. In Christ’s words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:8)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus gives glory to God and returns to His favor. In Christ alone, we have the divine opportunity to be forgiven of the past, to be guided at present, and to be welcomed into God’s eternal realm. Let us rejoice and be glad, for in Jesus, Christ, God’s Only Son, we are saved and forgiven, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:24)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: In this holy place, God is known. His Name is great among His gathered people.
People: The Lord dwells within our hearts and calls us to this house of prayer and healing.
Pastor: God is our light and salvation. He is majestic and almighty, compassionate and caring.
People: In the midst of our fears, He stands beside us. In times of anger and frustration, He is our strength and peace.
Pastor: Heavenly Lord, heal us and all our loved ones; free us from pain and suffering; restore us to health and strength.
People: Rise up, O Living God, and save us from all of our afflictions. Hear us now as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: May the LORD God hear our prayers and fulfill them; may He send us the gift of healing, and release us from our fears. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 76)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, help us to be attentive to the lessons of faith that we are about to read and hear. Reveal to us the teachings of Christ, so that by His great power, we may live our lives in ways that please and honor Him. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:10)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You have called us to this holy place, to hear the Gospel, and to apply it in our lives. We bring before You our tithes and gifts, our loyalty and devotion. We pray that You will take them for the service of Your Kingdom, the preaching of Your word, and the edifying of Your Church. In Your Holy Name, we cheerfully give and faithfully pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:4)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Jesus be the everlasting treasure of our eternal lives; may the Father’s power be evident in all that we say and do; and may the Holy Spirit continue to lead us in ways that bring honor and blessing, power and glory to the One, Triune and Living God, both now and always. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:7)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Monday, July 30, 2007
Sunday prayers - Aug 05, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 2)
Pastor: Let us proclaim the decrees of the Lord; let us rejoice in being called His children.
People: We will gladly serve the Lord and celebrate His presence among us.
Pastor: May we be blessed for taking refuge in the Lord; may we worship and glorify His everlasting Name. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Lord of All Wisdom and Creator of Time, we come before You as a people of faith. We seek to delight You with our prayers and praises.
People: Amazing and All Powerful God, You are the sure foundation of our lives and the source of our well being. We willingly give our hearts to You; we freely want to serve You.
Guide: Gracious King, we know that we have done acts that disappoint You; we have said words that disrespect You; we have made decisions that dishonor You.
People: Loving Father, we are guilty of so many sins, too numerous for us to recount and remember. Forgive us for those sinful deeds we have forgotten, and for all those selfish mistakes that we still commit. Hear us now as we make our confessions.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Most Merciful God, Your Son Jesus Christ is the key to our forgiveness and restoration. He is the One who saves us from our selfish past and present mistakes. His authority removes our sins and redeems for Your Kingdom.
People: In Christ alone, our sins are deleted and our souls refreshed. Through His Name and in His words, we make these prayers, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:6)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: When we acknowledge Christ as our Savior and confess our sins to Him, we are liberated from our fears of God’s punishment and restored to His favor. Christ alone has the power to decide our ultimate destiny, so let us rejoice in His abiding mercy and abundant grace. Amen. (John 9:22)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Leader: O LORD, why does trouble come to us and why do good people suffer?
People: We remember Your deeds of deliverance and Your ways of salvation. Come to us and heal us.
Leader: Turn towards us, O Living God, and take away our fears by strengthening our faith.
People: O God, You have helped our people across many generations. Come to us now, in this holy place. Touch us with Your Presence. Heal us by Your Love.
Leader: Do not forget those whom we cherish and love, Almighty Lord. Heal them of all that harms them in body, mind, soul and spirit.
People: Do not let our loved ones give into to despair. Fill them with peace and hope, strength and health, restoration and power.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Leader: May God rise up and deliver us. May His Healing touch be with us all day long. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 74)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, heal us by the power of the Gospel and grant strength to our souls through Christ’s message. Open our hearts and minds to the bounty of wisdom, knowledge and encouragement that Jesus provides. In His Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:6)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, thank You for enabling us to set aside these tithes and gifts from the resources and income that we have been blessed with. Take them and bless them for the continuing work of Your church here, for the preaching of the Gospel, the spreading of Your love, and the glorifying of God. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:2)
Communion
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ preach to our hearts each day; may the Father grant us opportunities to serve Him in this community; and may the Holy Spirit encourage us to worship the One, Triune and Living God, both now and always. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:5)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 2)
Pastor: Let us proclaim the decrees of the Lord; let us rejoice in being called His children.
People: We will gladly serve the Lord and celebrate His presence among us.
Pastor: May we be blessed for taking refuge in the Lord; may we worship and glorify His everlasting Name. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Lord of All Wisdom and Creator of Time, we come before You as a people of faith. We seek to delight You with our prayers and praises.
People: Amazing and All Powerful God, You are the sure foundation of our lives and the source of our well being. We willingly give our hearts to You; we freely want to serve You.
Guide: Gracious King, we know that we have done acts that disappoint You; we have said words that disrespect You; we have made decisions that dishonor You.
People: Loving Father, we are guilty of so many sins, too numerous for us to recount and remember. Forgive us for those sinful deeds we have forgotten, and for all those selfish mistakes that we still commit. Hear us now as we make our confessions.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Most Merciful God, Your Son Jesus Christ is the key to our forgiveness and restoration. He is the One who saves us from our selfish past and present mistakes. His authority removes our sins and redeems for Your Kingdom.
People: In Christ alone, our sins are deleted and our souls refreshed. Through His Name and in His words, we make these prayers, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors) (Isaiah 33:6)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: When we acknowledge Christ as our Savior and confess our sins to Him, we are liberated from our fears of God’s punishment and restored to His favor. Christ alone has the power to decide our ultimate destiny, so let us rejoice in His abiding mercy and abundant grace. Amen. (John 9:22)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Leader: O LORD, why does trouble come to us and why do good people suffer?
People: We remember Your deeds of deliverance and Your ways of salvation. Come to us and heal us.
Leader: Turn towards us, O Living God, and take away our fears by strengthening our faith.
People: O God, You have helped our people across many generations. Come to us now, in this holy place. Touch us with Your Presence. Heal us by Your Love.
Leader: Do not forget those whom we cherish and love, Almighty Lord. Heal them of all that harms them in body, mind, soul and spirit.
People: Do not let our loved ones give into to despair. Fill them with peace and hope, strength and health, restoration and power.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Leader: May God rise up and deliver us. May His Healing touch be with us all day long. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 74)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, heal us by the power of the Gospel and grant strength to our souls through Christ’s message. Open our hearts and minds to the bounty of wisdom, knowledge and encouragement that Jesus provides. In His Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:6)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, thank You for enabling us to set aside these tithes and gifts from the resources and income that we have been blessed with. Take them and bless them for the continuing work of Your church here, for the preaching of the Gospel, the spreading of Your love, and the glorifying of God. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:2)
Communion
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ preach to our hearts each day; may the Father grant us opportunities to serve Him in this community; and may the Holy Spirit encourage us to worship the One, Triune and Living God, both now and always. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:5)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Monday, July 23, 2007
Sunday prayers - 29 July, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 1)
Pastor: May the Lord bless us as we come into His presence, to honor and praise His Name.
People: We will delight in the Lord and focus on being faithful to Him throughout this holy time.
Pastor: May all that we do here please Him. May our songs and supplications bring glory to our God. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Exalted and Almighty God, we have come into Your house to acknowledge Your authority over our lives and to proclaim You as the Ruler of the universe.
People: Immortal and Everlasting Lord, You fill our hearts with strength and love; You sustain our lives with mercy and grace.
Guide: Heavenly Father, we know that we are imperfect and our souls are tarnished because of spiteful sins, selfish deeds, and mistaken choices.
People: Merciful God, we have displeased You with dishonorable deeds and wicked words. We have followed our own ways and forgotten Your commands. We are guilty of being faithless servants and sinful followers. To You alone, we bring our silent confessions.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Righteous Lord, Your justice is merciful and Your judgments are compassionate. You have given us Your Son to be our Savior. You have promised us forgiveness through His sacrifice at Calvary.
People: In Christ alone we are forgiven; by His authority, we are restored to God. In His words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:5)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: We have no need to be afraid of God’s eternal wrath because Jesus redeems us with His life and restores us through His grace. When we acknowledge Christ as our Savior and King, our souls are cleansed and reconnected to God, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:21)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Baptism
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: O Lord, when our hearts are full of grief and fear, bring to us Your goodness and faith.
People: When we are beset with worry and overcome with chaos, grant us peace and restoration.
Pastor: You are always with us, Lord; come near to us now and embrace our spirits.
People: Guide us and counsel us, O God; comfort and strengthen us in the days ahead.
Pastor: In You alone, we place our faith. To You alone, we bring our prayers.
People: Heal us and all our loved ones from all that causes our flesh to fail and our hearts to fear. Hear us now we pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: The Lord is our Sovereign and our refuge. It is good to be near Him. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 73)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, help us to pay close attention to these scriptures today. May God’s message penetrate our hearts and minds, so that we may receive the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our Lord. In His Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:6)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we are privileged to be Your people and honored to do Your work. We have gathered our tithes and gifts before You. We ask that You will receive and bless them, so that Your appointed ministries and missions may be accomplished by our congregation in this community and throughout the world. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:1)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ open our eyes to His work in today’s world; may the Father brighten our spirits with the hope of the Gospel; and may the Holy Spirit keep us for the glory of the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:4)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 1)
Pastor: May the Lord bless us as we come into His presence, to honor and praise His Name.
People: We will delight in the Lord and focus on being faithful to Him throughout this holy time.
Pastor: May all that we do here please Him. May our songs and supplications bring glory to our God. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Exalted and Almighty God, we have come into Your house to acknowledge Your authority over our lives and to proclaim You as the Ruler of the universe.
People: Immortal and Everlasting Lord, You fill our hearts with strength and love; You sustain our lives with mercy and grace.
Guide: Heavenly Father, we know that we are imperfect and our souls are tarnished because of spiteful sins, selfish deeds, and mistaken choices.
People: Merciful God, we have displeased You with dishonorable deeds and wicked words. We have followed our own ways and forgotten Your commands. We are guilty of being faithless servants and sinful followers. To You alone, we bring our silent confessions.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Righteous Lord, Your justice is merciful and Your judgments are compassionate. You have given us Your Son to be our Savior. You have promised us forgiveness through His sacrifice at Calvary.
People: In Christ alone we are forgiven; by His authority, we are restored to God. In His words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:5)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: We have no need to be afraid of God’s eternal wrath because Jesus redeems us with His life and restores us through His grace. When we acknowledge Christ as our Savior and King, our souls are cleansed and reconnected to God, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:21)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Baptism
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: O Lord, when our hearts are full of grief and fear, bring to us Your goodness and faith.
People: When we are beset with worry and overcome with chaos, grant us peace and restoration.
Pastor: You are always with us, Lord; come near to us now and embrace our spirits.
People: Guide us and counsel us, O God; comfort and strengthen us in the days ahead.
Pastor: In You alone, we place our faith. To You alone, we bring our prayers.
People: Heal us and all our loved ones from all that causes our flesh to fail and our hearts to fear. Hear us now we pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: The Lord is our Sovereign and our refuge. It is good to be near Him. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 73)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, help us to pay close attention to these scriptures today. May God’s message penetrate our hearts and minds, so that we may receive the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our Lord. In His Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:6)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we are privileged to be Your people and honored to do Your work. We have gathered our tithes and gifts before You. We ask that You will receive and bless them, so that Your appointed ministries and missions may be accomplished by our congregation in this community and throughout the world. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 16:1)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ open our eyes to His work in today’s world; may the Father brighten our spirits with the hope of the Gospel; and may the Holy Spirit keep us for the glory of the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen. (2 Corinthians 4:4)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Sunday Prayers - 22 July, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering & Introit
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 47)
Leader: Lift up your hearts, all you people; shout to God with cries of joy.
People: How awesome is the LORD Most High, the great King over all the earth.
Leader: Let us sing praises to God and rejoice; let us worship our King forevermore.
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: All Powerful LORD, as we come into Your Holy Presence with our praises and prayers, we know that You are beyond all that we can imagine, beyond all that we can ever know on earth.
People: Most Glorious Majesty and Eternal God, Your Kingdom is limitless and Your Sovereignty over the universe is absolute, complete and perfect.
Guide: Heavenly Father, we recognize that we are sinful creatures who fall into temptation, allowing ourselves to be consumed by our own ambitions, wants and greed.
People: Gracious Lord, when we diminish our faith by feeding our desires, when we strike out against You by rejecting Your words, when we allow hate and bitterness, ignorance and indifference to blemish our souls and kill our Christian beliefs, forgive us and pardon us, redeem us and restore us to Your favor.
- Silent Confessions -
Guide: Loving God, by the blood of Your Son, You spare us from eternal punishment and everlasting wrath. By His wounds, we are cleansed. By His grace, we are forgiven.
People: Almighty Lord, we thank You for Jesus, our Healer, Savior and Restorer of our souls. In His Name, we make these prayers and unite our spirits through the saying of His Holy words, “Our Father, etc.” (Isaiah 27v7)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus spent His life on earth fulfilling His purpose of completely obeying God's will. He sacrificed Himself for us, so that we may be totally forgiven by God and eternally restored to His favor. So let us rejoice and be glad, for Christ our Savior has cleansed our sinful souls both now and always. Amen. (John 7: 10)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Choir Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Leader: Our hearts are steadfast, O God; we will rejoice and exalt You with our souls.
People: Our spirits are lifted up and our prayers reflect our faith in You alone.
Leader: We will praise You, O LORD, among our people. We look to You for health and healing.
People: Your Love constantly sustains every day; Your faithfulness casts away our fears.
Leader: O God, Your goodness and glory are known throughout the earth, therefore we pray for tenderness and mercy, for health and strength, for peace and salvation.
People: Save us and help all our loved ones. Deliver us from all that harms us in body, mind, heart and souls. Hear us now, Precious Lord, as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for others and ourselves. A candle is lit.
Leader: God speaks to our hearts in this holy place of prayer. His love and strength always endures. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
(Healing prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 108)
Singing of ‘Sanctuary’
Prayer for Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, place Christ's words before us and let them strengthen our souls. Share His teaching, compassion and grace among us so that we may enhance our faith by applying these scriptures to our daily deeds and everyday lives. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
(Acts 4:35)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You call upon each of us to live responsible and faithful lives. You teach us many positive and life-affirming lessons. In thankful response, we gather our tithes and offerings, placing them before You, so that You may bless them for Your continuing ministry and constant mission in this church and throughout the world. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
(1 Corinthians 14:20)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ keep us safe from those things that can harm our spirits; may the Father feed our souls with goodness and grace; and may the Holy Spirit keep us focused on glorifying and serving the One, Triune and Living God. Forever and ever. Amen. (Romans 14:21)
Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; etc & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering & Introit
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 47)
Leader: Lift up your hearts, all you people; shout to God with cries of joy.
People: How awesome is the LORD Most High, the great King over all the earth.
Leader: Let us sing praises to God and rejoice; let us worship our King forevermore.
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: All Powerful LORD, as we come into Your Holy Presence with our praises and prayers, we know that You are beyond all that we can imagine, beyond all that we can ever know on earth.
People: Most Glorious Majesty and Eternal God, Your Kingdom is limitless and Your Sovereignty over the universe is absolute, complete and perfect.
Guide: Heavenly Father, we recognize that we are sinful creatures who fall into temptation, allowing ourselves to be consumed by our own ambitions, wants and greed.
People: Gracious Lord, when we diminish our faith by feeding our desires, when we strike out against You by rejecting Your words, when we allow hate and bitterness, ignorance and indifference to blemish our souls and kill our Christian beliefs, forgive us and pardon us, redeem us and restore us to Your favor.
- Silent Confessions -
Guide: Loving God, by the blood of Your Son, You spare us from eternal punishment and everlasting wrath. By His wounds, we are cleansed. By His grace, we are forgiven.
People: Almighty Lord, we thank You for Jesus, our Healer, Savior and Restorer of our souls. In His Name, we make these prayers and unite our spirits through the saying of His Holy words, “Our Father, etc.” (Isaiah 27v7)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus spent His life on earth fulfilling His purpose of completely obeying God's will. He sacrificed Himself for us, so that we may be totally forgiven by God and eternally restored to His favor. So let us rejoice and be glad, for Christ our Savior has cleansed our sinful souls both now and always. Amen. (John 7: 10)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Choir Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Leader: Our hearts are steadfast, O God; we will rejoice and exalt You with our souls.
People: Our spirits are lifted up and our prayers reflect our faith in You alone.
Leader: We will praise You, O LORD, among our people. We look to You for health and healing.
People: Your Love constantly sustains every day; Your faithfulness casts away our fears.
Leader: O God, Your goodness and glory are known throughout the earth, therefore we pray for tenderness and mercy, for health and strength, for peace and salvation.
People: Save us and help all our loved ones. Deliver us from all that harms us in body, mind, heart and souls. Hear us now, Precious Lord, as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for others and ourselves. A candle is lit.
Leader: God speaks to our hearts in this holy place of prayer. His love and strength always endures. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
(Healing prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 108)
Singing of ‘Sanctuary’
Prayer for Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, place Christ's words before us and let them strengthen our souls. Share His teaching, compassion and grace among us so that we may enhance our faith by applying these scriptures to our daily deeds and everyday lives. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
(Acts 4:35)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You call upon each of us to live responsible and faithful lives. You teach us many positive and life-affirming lessons. In thankful response, we gather our tithes and offerings, placing them before You, so that You may bless them for Your continuing ministry and constant mission in this church and throughout the world. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
(1 Corinthians 14:20)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ keep us safe from those things that can harm our spirits; may the Father feed our souls with goodness and grace; and may the Holy Spirit keep us focused on glorifying and serving the One, Triune and Living God. Forever and ever. Amen. (Romans 14:21)
Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; etc & Postlude
Monday, July 9, 2007
Sunday prayers - July 15, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 150)
Pastor: Let us worship God in His holy sanctuary; let us praise Him from here to the highest heavens.
People: We adore the Lord for His acts of power; we exalt His Name for His surpassing greatness.
Pastor: Let every living thing praise the Lord and let all who gather here ascribe glory to His Kingdom. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Lord God of hosts and Ancient of Days, we gather in Your holy place to proclaim Your Name above all names; to worship You as the God of all creation.
People: Almighty Father and Everlasting King, our lives are sustained by Your words of grace; our days are continued through Your sacred power.
Guide: Merciful God, sometimes we take You for granted and even try to set You aside. We plunder life to sustain our pride and desires, our longings and wants. We waste our resources and time on trivial pursuits and unholy matters.
People: Gracious Lord, we are guilty of being unfaithful to You; we are wayward and unreliable, sinful and selfish, hard hearted and self-centered. Forgive these sins that we commit, and those sacred deeds that we omit in our lives. Hear us now as we silently pray to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Immortal God, we seek Your Son, Jesus Christ, as our Savior and Lord. He alone can forgive our foolish ways and faithless words. Our salvation depends upon His mercy and grace. There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved.
People: Therefore, we pledge our lives to Christ and place our souls into His hands. In His words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:4)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus speaks for us before the throne of God. He intercedes on our behalf and asks for mercy and grace to be applied in our lives. Let us praise Him for opening up our heart and minds to His ways and words, His valor and victory, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:21)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Endow us with Your healing, O God; strengthen us with Your righteousness.
People: Look upon our loved ones and us with mercy and grace; comfort those of us who are afflicted with pain and grief, fear and worry.
Pastor: Restore our strength to us, O God, and enable us to recover from all that ails or harms us.
People: Defend us from all illness or injury, any accident or anxiety. Sustain us and overcome our fears.
Pastor: Lord God, throughout the generations Your loving kindness has endured; grant us the gift of such holy blessings.
People: Refresh our weary spirits and renew our tired souls. Heal us and our loved ones from all that harms us in body, mind, heart, and soul. Hear us now we pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: May Your righteousness sustain our hopes. May we know of Your healing, both now and forever. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 72)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, come down amongst us and present the Gospel to us. Let the teaching of Christ be proclaimed as we read and hear these sacred scriptures. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:5)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we fully give ourselves to You and humbly ask that You will accept our lives for Your Kingdom. We also bring our tokens of gratitude and our tithes of faithfulness for Your work in this congregation, and Your labors throughout our community. Take them and bless them. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:58)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ open our hearts to His work in the surrounding community; may the Father lead us to people and places that need us to express His love; and may the Holy Spirit inspire us to live out the Gospel, so that others may come and worship the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 4:3)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 150)
Pastor: Let us worship God in His holy sanctuary; let us praise Him from here to the highest heavens.
People: We adore the Lord for His acts of power; we exalt His Name for His surpassing greatness.
Pastor: Let every living thing praise the Lord and let all who gather here ascribe glory to His Kingdom. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Lord God of hosts and Ancient of Days, we gather in Your holy place to proclaim Your Name above all names; to worship You as the God of all creation.
People: Almighty Father and Everlasting King, our lives are sustained by Your words of grace; our days are continued through Your sacred power.
Guide: Merciful God, sometimes we take You for granted and even try to set You aside. We plunder life to sustain our pride and desires, our longings and wants. We waste our resources and time on trivial pursuits and unholy matters.
People: Gracious Lord, we are guilty of being unfaithful to You; we are wayward and unreliable, sinful and selfish, hard hearted and self-centered. Forgive these sins that we commit, and those sacred deeds that we omit in our lives. Hear us now as we silently pray to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Immortal God, we seek Your Son, Jesus Christ, as our Savior and Lord. He alone can forgive our foolish ways and faithless words. Our salvation depends upon His mercy and grace. There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved.
People: Therefore, we pledge our lives to Christ and place our souls into His hands. In His words, we continue to pray, saying “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:4)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus speaks for us before the throne of God. He intercedes on our behalf and asks for mercy and grace to be applied in our lives. Let us praise Him for opening up our heart and minds to His ways and words, His valor and victory, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:21)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Endow us with Your healing, O God; strengthen us with Your righteousness.
People: Look upon our loved ones and us with mercy and grace; comfort those of us who are afflicted with pain and grief, fear and worry.
Pastor: Restore our strength to us, O God, and enable us to recover from all that ails or harms us.
People: Defend us from all illness or injury, any accident or anxiety. Sustain us and overcome our fears.
Pastor: Lord God, throughout the generations Your loving kindness has endured; grant us the gift of such holy blessings.
People: Refresh our weary spirits and renew our tired souls. Heal us and our loved ones from all that harms us in body, mind, heart, and soul. Hear us now we pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: May Your righteousness sustain our hopes. May we know of Your healing, both now and forever. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 72)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, come down amongst us and present the Gospel to us. Let the teaching of Christ be proclaimed as we read and hear these sacred scriptures. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:5)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we fully give ourselves to You and humbly ask that You will accept our lives for Your Kingdom. We also bring our tokens of gratitude and our tithes of faithfulness for Your work in this congregation, and Your labors throughout our community. Take them and bless them. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:58)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ open our hearts to His work in the surrounding community; may the Father lead us to people and places that need us to express His love; and may the Holy Spirit inspire us to live out the Gospel, so that others may come and worship the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 4:3)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Monday, July 2, 2007
Sunday prayers - July 08, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 149)
Pastor: Let us sing to the Lord our songs of praise; let us worship Him from this sacred place.
People: May the Lord delight in His people; may He crown us with salvation.
Pastor: Let us rejoice and honor the Lord; let us exalt His Name above all names. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: All Powerful and Eternally Mighty God, whose voice roars throughout creation and whose words sustain all life, we glorify You as our King and Majesty, the Ruler of all Creation.
People: Everlasting Father, whose wisdom is beyond our thinking and whose ways are mysterious, we humbly gather in Your presence and seek to please You with our devotion.
Guide: Gracious Lord, whose holy judgment we fear, and whose divine authority we accept, forgive our vain and foolish ways, our unwise and unfaithful choices, and our sinful and selfish deeds.
People: Almighty King, we seek Your pardon and yearn for Your grace. We confess our faults and regret our past mistakes. Hear us now as we silently confess our wrongs to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Loving Father, You gave Jesus to us, so that we may rely upon His mercy and compassion to forgive us of our sins. By Him, our souls are saved; in Him, our lives are made holy.
People: We make our personal petitions in Christ’s Name and complete our prayers through the saying of His divine words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:3)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus has known us all of our days. He has seen our secret shames and our times of spiritual blindness. He alone has the power and authority to redeem us from the past and restore us to God’s favor. Let us rejoice and be glad, for He is our worthy Savior, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:20)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: In You, O Lord, we have taken refuge; let us not be afraid.
People: Rescue and deliver us in Your righteousness; give ear to our prayers and pleas.
Pastor: Be our rock of refuge, to which we can always go; be our strength and fortress, in which we feel safe.
People: Deliver us, O God, from our fears and worries; rescue us from all illness, injury, and unease.
Pastor: You are our hope, O Sovereign Lord; we have known of Your mercy and love throughout our lives.
People: We rely upon You, O God, to hear our prayers. We bring to You our concerns and all of our loved ones who need Your help and healing.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Be not far from us, O God. Come quickly and answer our prayers. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 71)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, scatter Christ’s message into our hearts and minds. May His teaching and words challenge and change our ways. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:4)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Thanks be to God, who gives us victory through Jesus Christ our Lord. To Him, we bring our tithes and gifts, symbols of our gratitude and tokens of our service to God’s Kingdom. May this offering be accepted and blessed for the life, work, and ministry of Christ in this congregation, and throughout the world. In Christ’s Holy name, we give and pray. Amen.
(1 Corinthians 15:57)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ enable us to renounce secret and shameful ways; may the Father encourage us to proclaim His truth in the world; and may the Holy Spirit empower us to witness effectively as Christians who worship, honor, and serve the One Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 4:2)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 149)
Pastor: Let us sing to the Lord our songs of praise; let us worship Him from this sacred place.
People: May the Lord delight in His people; may He crown us with salvation.
Pastor: Let us rejoice and honor the Lord; let us exalt His Name above all names. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: All Powerful and Eternally Mighty God, whose voice roars throughout creation and whose words sustain all life, we glorify You as our King and Majesty, the Ruler of all Creation.
People: Everlasting Father, whose wisdom is beyond our thinking and whose ways are mysterious, we humbly gather in Your presence and seek to please You with our devotion.
Guide: Gracious Lord, whose holy judgment we fear, and whose divine authority we accept, forgive our vain and foolish ways, our unwise and unfaithful choices, and our sinful and selfish deeds.
People: Almighty King, we seek Your pardon and yearn for Your grace. We confess our faults and regret our past mistakes. Hear us now as we silently confess our wrongs to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Loving Father, You gave Jesus to us, so that we may rely upon His mercy and compassion to forgive us of our sins. By Him, our souls are saved; in Him, our lives are made holy.
People: We make our personal petitions in Christ’s Name and complete our prayers through the saying of His divine words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:3)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus has known us all of our days. He has seen our secret shames and our times of spiritual blindness. He alone has the power and authority to redeem us from the past and restore us to God’s favor. Let us rejoice and be glad, for He is our worthy Savior, both now and forevermore. Amen. (John 9:20)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: In You, O Lord, we have taken refuge; let us not be afraid.
People: Rescue and deliver us in Your righteousness; give ear to our prayers and pleas.
Pastor: Be our rock of refuge, to which we can always go; be our strength and fortress, in which we feel safe.
People: Deliver us, O God, from our fears and worries; rescue us from all illness, injury, and unease.
Pastor: You are our hope, O Sovereign Lord; we have known of Your mercy and love throughout our lives.
People: We rely upon You, O God, to hear our prayers. We bring to You our concerns and all of our loved ones who need Your help and healing.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Be not far from us, O God. Come quickly and answer our prayers. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 71)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, scatter Christ’s message into our hearts and minds. May His teaching and words challenge and change our ways. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:4)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Dedication: Thanks be to God, who gives us victory through Jesus Christ our Lord. To Him, we bring our tithes and gifts, symbols of our gratitude and tokens of our service to God’s Kingdom. May this offering be accepted and blessed for the life, work, and ministry of Christ in this congregation, and throughout the world. In Christ’s Holy name, we give and pray. Amen.
(1 Corinthians 15:57)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ enable us to renounce secret and shameful ways; may the Father encourage us to proclaim His truth in the world; and may the Holy Spirit empower us to witness effectively as Christians who worship, honor, and serve the One Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 4:2)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Monday, June 25, 2007
Sunday Prayers - July 01, 2007
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering & Introit
Acclamation (based on words of Psalm 44)
Leader: O sacred Lord, You are our King and God, who decrees justice and mercy forever.
People: In God, we make our praise all day long, and we will worship His name always.
Leader: Let us glorify and magnify the One, true and Living God! Amen.
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: Loving God of all creation, Giver of all good, we seek Your divine presence and hope to experience Your sacred strength.
People: Lord of all Wisdom and Provider of all blessings, we humbly approach Your throne of grace, looking for meaning and purpose to be given to our lives.
Guide: Blessed God and Ruler of all the nations, we know that we are sinful and proud, selfish and vain, rebellious and foolish. We come hear to confess our faults and to make peace with Your Spirit.
People: Gracious Father, in You we find refuge for our weary souls and comfort for our anxious spirits. You alone have the power to forgive our fallen ways. Hear us now as we sincerely confess our sins to You.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Heavenly Lord, You have restored us to Your favor through the noble sacrifice of Your Son Jesus Christ. We cling to Him as our savior and we look to Him for Your loving mercy.
People: We give these prayers in the Holy name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. In His perfect words, we now pray, saying “Our Father, etc.” (Isaiah 27v5)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus was hated by the world because He confronted evil. Today, He confronts the sins in our lives and challenges us to become more like Him. Through His blood, our souls are cleansed of our sinful past, so let us rejoice and be glad, for our Risen Savior Jesus has triumphed over death and sin forevermore. Amen. (John 7:7)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Choir Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Leader: We will give thanks to the LORD and call on His Name; we will make known his glorious deeds.
People: We will praise and sing to the One, True and Living God, whose wonderful acts sustain our people.
Leader: Let us seek the Lord and rejoice in His goodness; let us approach Him with confidence and faith.
People: May we look to the Lord for strength; may He compassionately answer our prayers.
Leader: As we remember the wonders He has done, let us ask Him for healing and mercy.
People: May our God bring healing to our hearts, peace to our minds, strength to our spirits and wholeness to our souls and to all for whom we now pray.
Silent Prayers for others and ourselves. A candle is lit.
Leader: He is the LORD our God and His blessings are all around us. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
(Healing prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 105)
Singing of ‘Sanctuary’
Prayer for Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, may we all become one in heart and mind through the power of these sacred scriptures. May we share the teaching of Christ and receive the preaching of His word. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
(Acts 4:32)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we have voiced our praises to God and listened to Your scriptural message. You have challenged our lives and changed our ideas. In response, we offer You our tithes and tokens, praying that You will bless them for the life, work and ministry of this church and Your mission throughout the entire world. In Your Name, we give and pray. Amen.
(1 Corinthians 14:17)
Communion
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May we serve Christ each day of our lives; may we please the Father with our thoughts and deeds; and may we seek the approval and joy of the Holy Spirit, both now and forever. Amen. (Romans 14:18)
Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; etc & Postlude
Monday, June 18, 2007
Sunday Prayers - 24 June, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 148)
Pastor: Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise Him in the heights above.
People: Praise Him all His people; praise Him throughout the world.
Pastor: Praise the Name of the Lord, for He alone is to be exalted. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Gracious Lord, throughout our lives we seek opportunities to serve and worship You. On this holy day, accept our praises and thanksgiving.
People: Almighty God, You are our strength and salvation, our source of hope and healing. Each day, we place our lives and dreams into Your hands. Each time, You do not disappoint us.
Guide: Merciful Father, we know that our disobedience diminishes our faith. We understand that our spiteful words and deeds distress others and disappoint You.
People: Loving Lord, forgive us for being self-centered and full of pride. Pardon our vain and shallow ways. Help us to turn to You for mercy and grace, forgiveness and pardon. Hear us now as we pray.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Eternal King, we are indebted to You for sending Jesus into our world. He has given His life as the everlasting sacrifice for all of our mistakes, regrets, and sins.
People: Therefore we pledge our lives to Him and place ourselves under His authority. Hear us now as we pray in Christ’s own words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:2)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Christ is the answer to all of our questions, and He is the One who fulfills all our obligations. In Him, we have the perfect Savior, the most merciful of all Lords. We will rejoice and declare our allegiance to Him alone. Forever and ever. Amen. (John 9:19)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Hasten to us, O God; come quickly among us and give heed to our prayers.
People: We seek Your love to remedy our fears; we ask for Your compassion and grace.
Pastor: In the midst of our troubles, support us. In times of illness and crisis, be ever faithful.
People: May we know of Your complete joy; may we be strengthened by Your kindness.
Pastor: Almighty God, we are human and frail, prone to worry and sickness, fear and depression.
People: Be near to us and all our loved ones. Heal us in body, mind, heart, and soul. Hear us now as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: You are our help and redeemer. Come quickly to us, O God. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 70)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, build up Your church and enhance our knowledge about God’s ways. Let the words that we read seep into our souls, softening our hearts, and reshaping our lives. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:3)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You are the source of our eternal well-being and the One who forgives our sins. We will always be indebted to You, therefore we gather this offering to honor and glorify You. Help us to be generous with our gifts and responsible in our stewardship. Bless the tithes and gifts we place before you. In Your Holy name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:56)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ’s mercy fill our lives with favor and blessing; may the Father’s compassion bring us purpose and meaning; and may the Holy Spirit keep us from despair and lead us to a greater glory, through our service, worship, and devotion to the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 4:1)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 148)
Pastor: Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise Him in the heights above.
People: Praise Him all His people; praise Him throughout the world.
Pastor: Praise the Name of the Lord, for He alone is to be exalted. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Gracious Lord, throughout our lives we seek opportunities to serve and worship You. On this holy day, accept our praises and thanksgiving.
People: Almighty God, You are our strength and salvation, our source of hope and healing. Each day, we place our lives and dreams into Your hands. Each time, You do not disappoint us.
Guide: Merciful Father, we know that our disobedience diminishes our faith. We understand that our spiteful words and deeds distress others and disappoint You.
People: Loving Lord, forgive us for being self-centered and full of pride. Pardon our vain and shallow ways. Help us to turn to You for mercy and grace, forgiveness and pardon. Hear us now as we pray.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Eternal King, we are indebted to You for sending Jesus into our world. He has given His life as the everlasting sacrifice for all of our mistakes, regrets, and sins.
People: Therefore we pledge our lives to Him and place ourselves under His authority. Hear us now as we pray in Christ’s own words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:2)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Christ is the answer to all of our questions, and He is the One who fulfills all our obligations. In Him, we have the perfect Savior, the most merciful of all Lords. We will rejoice and declare our allegiance to Him alone. Forever and ever. Amen. (John 9:19)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Hasten to us, O God; come quickly among us and give heed to our prayers.
People: We seek Your love to remedy our fears; we ask for Your compassion and grace.
Pastor: In the midst of our troubles, support us. In times of illness and crisis, be ever faithful.
People: May we know of Your complete joy; may we be strengthened by Your kindness.
Pastor: Almighty God, we are human and frail, prone to worry and sickness, fear and depression.
People: Be near to us and all our loved ones. Heal us in body, mind, heart, and soul. Hear us now as we silently pray.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: You are our help and redeemer. Come quickly to us, O God. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 70)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, build up Your church and enhance our knowledge about God’s ways. Let the words that we read seep into our souls, softening our hearts, and reshaping our lives. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:3)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You are the source of our eternal well-being and the One who forgives our sins. We will always be indebted to You, therefore we gather this offering to honor and glorify You. Help us to be generous with our gifts and responsible in our stewardship. Bless the tithes and gifts we place before you. In Your Holy name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:56)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ’s mercy fill our lives with favor and blessing; may the Father’s compassion bring us purpose and meaning; and may the Holy Spirit keep us from despair and lead us to a greater glory, through our service, worship, and devotion to the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 4:1)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Sunday prayers - June 17, 2007
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 147)
Pastor: How good it is to sing joyfully to God; how fitting and pleasant to praise Him!
People: Great is our Lord and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit.
Pastor: Let us sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; let us make music to Him in this holy place. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Faithful and Loving King, Ruler of all Nature, we come to You as servants seeking to please You with our praises; as children looking to delight You with our devotion.
People: Everlasting and Glorious God, in whose presence we thrive and by whose power we grow, we thank You for giving us faith, hope, and life.
Guide: Gracious Father, we confess that we have betrayed Your commands in our thoughts, words, and deeds. We have diminished Your influence over our choices and have sinfully followed our own ways.
People: Merciful Lord, we are guilty of disappointing You and hurting others. We have selfishly fulfilled our own desires, putting ourselves first before You and others. Hear us now as we sincerely confess our faults and silently express our regrets to You.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Benevolent God, we place our lives into Your hands and put ourselves under Christ’s authority. We need Him to save us from destruction and rescue us from sinful ways.
People: In Christ, we have forgiveness. By Him, we are restored to Your favor. To Him, we offer our prayers, in His own holy words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:1)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus helps us to overcome our doubts and disbelief. He leads us to God through His loving words and precious ways. We are indebted to Him forever; therefore we will rejoice and glorify His Name, both now and always. Amen. (John 9:18)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering GodAnthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: We pray to You, O Lord, at this special time, asking for Your favor.
People: In Your great love, O God, answer us with Your sure salvation.
Pastor: Rescue us from our worries; do not let us sink into despair.
People: Deliver us from all that harms us, from all that overwhelms our hearts and minds, bodies and souls.
Pastor: Do not let our fears engulf our spirits; bring healing to us and all our loved ones.
People: Answer us, O God, out of the goodness of Your love; in Your great mercy, hear our prayers.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Come near to us and rescue us, O God. Redeem us in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 69)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, afflict us with Christ’s godly ways. Let His message penetrate our hearts and change our lives for the good and glory of His Kingdom. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:2)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You have accomplished the greatest victory in history. You have vanquished the powers of sin and death. We owe our eternal salvation to You alone. With thankful and cheerful hearts, we lay before You our tithes and gifts. Please take this offering and bless it all for the work of Your church, the preaching of the Gospel, and the saving of souls. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:55)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ enable us to reflect God’s glory day by day; may the Father be pleased with our words and deeds; and may the Holy Spirit fill us with a desire to devote our lives to the service, worship, and praise of the One Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 3:18)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 147)
Pastor: How good it is to sing joyfully to God; how fitting and pleasant to praise Him!
People: Great is our Lord and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit.
Pastor: Let us sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; let us make music to Him in this holy place. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Faithful and Loving King, Ruler of all Nature, we come to You as servants seeking to please You with our praises; as children looking to delight You with our devotion.
People: Everlasting and Glorious God, in whose presence we thrive and by whose power we grow, we thank You for giving us faith, hope, and life.
Guide: Gracious Father, we confess that we have betrayed Your commands in our thoughts, words, and deeds. We have diminished Your influence over our choices and have sinfully followed our own ways.
People: Merciful Lord, we are guilty of disappointing You and hurting others. We have selfishly fulfilled our own desires, putting ourselves first before You and others. Hear us now as we sincerely confess our faults and silently express our regrets to You.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Benevolent God, we place our lives into Your hands and put ourselves under Christ’s authority. We need Him to save us from destruction and rescue us from sinful ways.
People: In Christ, we have forgiveness. By Him, we are restored to Your favor. To Him, we offer our prayers, in His own holy words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
(Isaiah 33:1)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus helps us to overcome our doubts and disbelief. He leads us to God through His loving words and precious ways. We are indebted to Him forever; therefore we will rejoice and glorify His Name, both now and always. Amen. (John 9:18)
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering GodAnthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: We pray to You, O Lord, at this special time, asking for Your favor.
People: In Your great love, O God, answer us with Your sure salvation.
Pastor: Rescue us from our worries; do not let us sink into despair.
People: Deliver us from all that harms us, from all that overwhelms our hearts and minds, bodies and souls.
Pastor: Do not let our fears engulf our spirits; bring healing to us and all our loved ones.
People: Answer us, O God, out of the goodness of Your love; in Your great mercy, hear our prayers.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: Come near to us and rescue us, O God. Redeem us in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 69)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, afflict us with Christ’s godly ways. Let His message penetrate our hearts and change our lives for the good and glory of His Kingdom. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:2)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, You have accomplished the greatest victory in history. You have vanquished the powers of sin and death. We owe our eternal salvation to You alone. With thankful and cheerful hearts, we lay before You our tithes and gifts. Please take this offering and bless it all for the work of Your church, the preaching of the Gospel, and the saving of souls. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:55)
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ enable us to reflect God’s glory day by day; may the Father be pleased with our words and deeds; and may the Holy Spirit fill us with a desire to devote our lives to the service, worship, and praise of the One Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
(2 Corinthians 3:18)
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Monday, June 4, 2007
Sunday Prayers - June 10
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 146)
Pastor: We will praise the Lord all of our lives; we will sing praises to our God as long as we live.
People: Blessed are they whose help is in the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD our God.
Pastor: Let us worship the Maker of heaven and earth, the LORD who remains faithful forever. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Everlasting Lord of all bounties and blessings, we gather in Your presence to worship Your holy ways and to praise Your sacred Name.
People: Almighty God, to whom we pledge our hearts and devote our lives, we glorify Your Kingdom and power.
Guide: Merciful King, we try to please You with our words and deeds, but sometimes we leave our promises and pledges unfulfilled. We forget and reject Your commands. We still choose to make selfish choices.
People: Gracious Father, we hurt our loved ones by our mistakes and we dishonor our faith by rebelling against Your laws. Forgive us for being foolish and faithless, bigoted and proud, greedy and insensitive. Hear us now as we silently make our confessions to You.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Lord of our lives, we thank You for setting us free from the bondage of sin and death. We praise You for allowing Your Son Jesus to walk the earth, to sacrifice His life, and to reclaim us for Your Kingdom.
People: Through Christ’s obedience and love, we gratefully receive the blessings of forgiveness and restoration. We unite our hearts to His through the saying of Christ’s own words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus has opened our eyes to the consequences of our sins. He is the Holy One sent by God to redeem the world and bring us back to God’s mercy, grace, and love. He is our eternal Savior and everlasting Lord, both now and always. Amen.
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Minute for Mission : VBS
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens.
People: Our God is a God who saves; the Sovereign Lord grants deliverance from all our fears.
Pastor: Summon Your power, O God; show us Your strength, O Lord, as You have done before.
People: We proclaim the power of God, whose majesty is over the world, and whose healing strengthens our loved ones.
Pastor: You are awesome, O God, and in this sanctuary, we experience the blessing of Your presence.
People: Hear us now, O Lord, as we lift up our loved ones in prayer to You. May You protect and heal us from all harm.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: God gives strength, healing, and power to all His people. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 68)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, scatter Christ’s teaching into our hearts and minds. Let these sacred scriptures challenge and change us. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:1)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we bring to You our tithes and gifts, our money and resources. Compared to the riches of Your grace, these are mere tokens of gratitude. With Your blessing, You can transform these gifts into messages, ministries and missions that bring will health, healing, and hope to many people throughout the world. Take our gifts and also accept our lives for the glorious work of Your Kingdom. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ enhance our faith each day; may the Father always protect our freedom; and may the Holy Spirit sustain our allegiance to the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Prelude, Gathering
Acclamation (based on words from Psalm 146)
Pastor: We will praise the Lord all of our lives; we will sing praises to our God as long as we live.
People: Blessed are they whose help is in the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD our God.
Pastor: Let us worship the Maker of heaven and earth, the LORD who remains faithful forever. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Confession
Guide: Everlasting Lord of all bounties and blessings, we gather in Your presence to worship Your holy ways and to praise Your sacred Name.
People: Almighty God, to whom we pledge our hearts and devote our lives, we glorify Your Kingdom and power.
Guide: Merciful King, we try to please You with our words and deeds, but sometimes we leave our promises and pledges unfulfilled. We forget and reject Your commands. We still choose to make selfish choices.
People: Gracious Father, we hurt our loved ones by our mistakes and we dishonor our faith by rebelling against Your laws. Forgive us for being foolish and faithless, bigoted and proud, greedy and insensitive. Hear us now as we silently make our confessions to You.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Lord of our lives, we thank You for setting us free from the bondage of sin and death. We praise You for allowing Your Son Jesus to walk the earth, to sacrifice His life, and to reclaim us for Your Kingdom.
People: Through Christ’s obedience and love, we gratefully receive the blessings of forgiveness and restoration. We unite our hearts to His through the saying of Christ’s own words, “Our Father... (THE LORD'S PRAYER” debts/debtors)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus has opened our eyes to the consequences of our sins. He is the Holy One sent by God to redeem the world and bring us back to God’s mercy, grace, and love. He is our eternal Savior and everlasting Lord, both now and always. Amen.
Gloria Patri: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Encountering God
Anthem
Minute for Mission : VBS
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens.
People: Our God is a God who saves; the Sovereign Lord grants deliverance from all our fears.
Pastor: Summon Your power, O God; show us Your strength, O Lord, as You have done before.
People: We proclaim the power of God, whose majesty is over the world, and whose healing strengthens our loved ones.
Pastor: You are awesome, O God, and in this sanctuary, we experience the blessing of Your presence.
People: Hear us now, O Lord, as we lift up our loved ones in prayer to You. May You protect and heal us from all harm.
Silent Prayers for ourselves and others. A candle is lit
Pastor: God gives strength, healing, and power to all His people. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 68)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close." (Choir leads this)
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, scatter Christ’s teaching into our hearts and minds. Let these sacred scriptures challenge and change us. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. (Acts 8:1)
Scripture Readings & Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication: Lord Jesus, we bring to You our tithes and gifts, our money and resources. Compared to the riches of Your grace, these are mere tokens of gratitude. With Your blessing, You can transform these gifts into messages, ministries and missions that bring will health, healing, and hope to many people throughout the world. Take our gifts and also accept our lives for the glorious work of Your Kingdom. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
Closing Hymn:
Benediction: May Christ enhance our faith each day; may the Father always protect our freedom; and may the Holy Spirit sustain our allegiance to the One, Triune and Living God, both now and forever. Amen.
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
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