Prelude
Welcome
*Centering Hymn
“O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” UMH 57 v. 1,2,3,&7
*Call to Worship
Leader: We gather here to worship God,
whose steadfast love endures forever. People: We gather surrounded by God’s Holy
Spirit, who encourages us to walk
faithfully with Christ. Leader: Praise be to God, whose goodness
and mercy fill our days. All: Praise be to God, whose ways lead to
peace and justice.
*Prayer of the Day (All Together)
God of abundant life, you want the best for your people around the globe. You bring healing, wholeness, and new life to all your children. On this day, may our eyes open to the presence of Christ in one another. May our ears be open to the needs of our community. May our hands be open to serve the forgotten. And may our hearts be open to receive your Holy Spirit along the journey of faith. In the name of the risen Christ, we pray, Amen.
Reflection Moment
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD
Scripture Mark 7:24-37
Message “No Outsiders Here”
*Affirmation Of Our Faith UMH 881
Witnessing/Praises/Prayer
Pastoral Prayer
Blessing For Our Stewardship
*Doxology UMH 95
* Offering Prayer (Pastor)
SERVICE OF THE TABLE
INVITATION
God calls us to serve and invites us to give. Knowing that God will be guiding us, and that God will be leading us, let us claim the generosity of God. In our celebration of this bounty, we share our treasures, talents, and time with the church and community.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION AND PARDON (All Together)
God of us all, your grace and mercy fill our lives every day. We give you our thanks and praise. Too often, we forget or ignore your prescence in our lives. To often, we treat your children unequally, deeming some more important than others. To often, we forget that our daily actions need to reflect our faith. Forgive us, and lead us to embrace abundant life for all of your children. In the name of Christ, we pray, Amen.
Silent prayer
Pastor: God’s Spirit is with us, embracing us with forgiveness and grace, abiding in us with the power of love for all…you are forgiven.
People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven.
All: Glory be to God. Amen.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING UMH #15
*PRAYER AFTER RECEIVING (All Together)
As we leave this place, let us to remember to walk in God’s ways. Remember to dwell in the goodness of God. Remember to be faithful. May peace be upon us this day and always…Amen.
SENDING FORTH
*Closing Song: “Spirit of God” TFWS 2117
*Benediction
*Congregational Response: “Shalom to You” UMH 666