Groveport UMC

Lighting Of The Advent Candle (Hope Candle) First Sunday in Advent November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Chancel Choir “All Will Be Well” November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Emmanuel, Emmanuel November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates” - #213 WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Eternal God, we are seeking signs of your presence in our lives. Open our eyes, open our ears, open our hearts to receive some word of hope as we anticipate the coming of the One whom you are sending. PRELUDE & LIGHTING ALTAR CANDLES “O Little Town of Bethlehem” *HYMN: “Emmanuel, Emmanuel” CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: Christ draws near. People: A new day is dawning. Leader: God's kingdom is here. People: A new day is dawning. Leader: It's time to wake up. People: A new day is dawning. Leader: Christ draws near. People: A new day is dawning. SPECIAL MUSIC: Udo Maroscher – “When a Child is Born” LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE (Hope Candle) Leader: Light begins to come. People: The glimmer begins. Leader: God brings God's image into the world. People: In us! Leader: And in the Light of the world. People: Come, Lord Jesus. HYMN: (vs. 1 only) - “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus” - #196 FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Luke 1:5-25 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: Chancel Choir - “All Will Be Well” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (Children K-6th grade are invited to Jr. Church at this time). SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Luke 1:67-80 SERMON “Advent Playlist: Zechariah's Song” *CLOSING HYMN: “Hail to the Lord's Anointed” - #203 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “As We Go” POSTLUDE “Angels from the Realms of Glory”

"Advent Playlist: Zechariah's Song" By Pastor Rick Birk November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Hail to the Lord's Anointed November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"When a Child is Born" ---Udo Maroscher November 30th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

November 23 Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: We gather this day to praise God for the abundance gifts God has given to us as we feast around the table. As these gifts are a blessings to us, help us to be a blessing to others. PRELUDE & LIGHTING ALTAR CANDLES “Come Ye Thankful People, Come” *HYMN: “We Gather Together” - #131 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: We thank you, O Lord God, for your abundant blessings. People: Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Leader: We thank you, O Lord God, for your generous gifts of love and joy in our community. People: Praise God all creatures here below. Leader: We thank you, O Lord God, for the saving grace and life eternal found in your Son Jesus Christ. People: Praise God above all heavenly host. Leader: We thank you, O Lord God, for the call to partner with you in ministry to the world. People: Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. MORNING PRAYER: Lord of abundance, we thank you for all you have given to us this day. We are mindful of the many blessings that have poured into our lives over the years and we pray that we have been worthy of them. Be with us today as we gather in this congregation to celebrate the bounty of your transforming and forgiving love. We are blessed and rejoice in these blessings. For the gathering of family and friends we are truly thankful. Lord, we are reminded of all those for whom this day is like all others, filled with sorrow, suffering and pain, loneliness and alienation. Touch their hearts and spirits. Help us to reach out to them. We lift all these dear ones in prayer, confident in your healing and redeeming love. Be all of us as we gather in your name. AMEN. FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Psalm 136:1-3 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: “Give Thanks/Now Thank We All Our God” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION SPECIAL MUSIC – Jr. Choir/Chancel Choir – “Fishers of Men and No Mountain High Enough” (Children K-6th grade are invited to Jr. Church at this time). SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 6:31-33 SERMON “Unexpected Blessings” *CLOSING HYMN: “Count Your Blessings” *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “As We Go” POSTLUDE “We Gather Together”

Unexpected Blessings November 23rd, 2025, Pastoral Message Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"Tree to Tithe" by Pastor Rick Birk November 16th, 2025, Pastoral Message Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Have Thine Own Way, Lord November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Holy Spirit Thou Are Welcome November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “My Tribute” - #99 WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Holy God, in this time and place we prepare to meet you as your body, the church. We acknowledge you as our head. We anticipate your Spirit moving among us. We await your Word, knowing that through it our lives and loves will be reordered. Come to us in power to confront, convict and comfort, for we are your people, made in your image. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING ALTAR CANDLES “His Eye is on the Sparrow” *HYMN: “Come, Christians Join to Sing” - #158 CALL TO WORSHIP: All: Day after day, an abundance of God's love, Leader: Morning by morning, new signs of blessing: All: A gentle rain, an awesome sunset, Leader: A friend's embrace, a child's smile, All: A new insight, a sense of peace, Leader: A shared meal, a treasured moment. All: All around us and deep within us are signs of God's presence. Leader: How can we not sing of God's faithfulness? HYMN: “Holy Spirit, Thou Art Welcome” - #327 PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Generous God, you have given us so much. Give us one more thing. Give us thankful hearts because we know our hearts can be hard and cold. We often hold on when we should let go. We are clutching when we should be spending, hoarding when we could be generous, doubting when we should lean on faith. We are fearful instead of trusting in your everlasting care. Open our hands and our hearts to the bounty of your love, which cares for the flowers of the fields, the birds in the air, each child who toddles, every parent who worries, every adult who struggles. Loving God, you have given us so much. Give us again the assurance of your love and care and fill us with grateful hearts and open hands. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE FIRST SCRIPTURE READING 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: Special Music – Angela Martin *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (Children K-6th grade are invited to Jr. CHOIR at this time). SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Luke 19:1-10 SERMON “Tree to Tithe” *CLOSING HYMN: “Have Thine Own Way, Lord” - #382 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “As We Go” POSTLUDE “Love Lifted Me”

My Tribute November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Come, Christians Join to Sing November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Hard Fought Hallelujah November 16th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

November 9th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Open Our Eyes, Lord” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Dear God, we're glad to be here. Please hear our prayers, enjoy our songs, and teach us through Your Word. Make our hearts kind and our choices wise. As we learn what You want, help us follow Jesus at church, at school, at work, and at home. Help us listen. Help us love. Help us share. In Jesus' name, Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING ALTAR CANDLES “Onward Christian Soldiers” *HYMN: “God of the Ages” - #698 PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Benevolent God, we want to be wise investors; yet we confess that too often we invest our time, our talent, and our money foolishly. We invest in things thinking that things will give us security. When we come to worship we are reminded that Jesus came to give us abundant life, not to give us more stuff. In our better moments we know that stuff does not lead to eternal life; only a relationship with Jesus can do that. But we are anxious and foolish people. We confess of our myopic view of seeing the world through the lens of ourselves only. Heal us of our blindness and empower us with your vision of who we are and who we can become. Grant us the grace and courage to walk that narrow path which leads to you. Give us the courage of our convictions, O Lord of Life. Make us the people that you imagined at creation. Heal our lack of trust so that we may wholly and completely follow you as disciples of the Risen Lord. We genuinely desire to be your hands and feet in the world, so give us the volition to follow our hearts into a deeper relationship with you. Forgive us in all the places that we have fallen short and give us an enduring vision of the realm of God that we desire to serve. Help us learn to invest together and live as the gracious body of Christ in our community. In this and in everything we offer our prayers in the name of the one you sent to be our Messiah, Jesus Christ. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE HYMN: “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” - #334 FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Proverbs 21:5 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: Medley - “America the Beautiful, God Bless the USA, Battle Hymn of the Republic” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (Children K-6th grade are invited to Jr. Church at this time). SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 6:19-21 SERMON “Save All You Can” *CLOSING HYMN: “Faith of Our Fathers” - #710 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “As We Go” POSTLUDE “He Keeps Me Singing”

Sweet, Sweet Spirit November 9th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

God of the Ages November 9th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"Save All You Can" by Pastor Rick Birk November 9th, 2025, Pastoral Message Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments November 9th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer November 9th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Onward Christian Soldiers Prelude Music Played by Nancy Wilkerson November 9th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Veterans Day Medley Played by Nancy WIlkerson “America the Beautiful, God Bless the USA, Battle Hymn of the Republic” November 9th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

God Is My Shepherd GUMC Chancel Choir November 2nd, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer November 2nd, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Sing with All the Saints in Glory November 2nd, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Remembering the Saints November 2nd, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"Earn All You Can" by Pastor Rick Birk November 2nd, 2025, Pastoral Message Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

November 2nd, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Thy Word” and “Do Lord” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Holy and righteous God, we come into this sanctuary to remember who you are and who we are before you. You formed us from the dust, and one day we'll return to dust. Until then, every day is a gift. Teach us to use our time well. Make us good stewards of your world and your mysteries. Shape us into people who do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with you. In the middle of our work, our worries, and our responsibilities, turn our hearts toward you. Give us courage to obey you with joy. When we stumble, lift us up again. Let our lives bear fruit that lasts and keep our hope set on the life that never ends. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING ALTAR CANDLES “When the Roll is Called Up Yonder” *HYMN: “Sing with All the Saints in Glory” - #702 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above, so thank our God People: For joy in living Leader: And patience in trouble; People: For rainbows after clouds Leader: And moonlight on the darkest night; People: For wisdom to walk the right path Leader: And peace to calm anxious worry; People: For birthday surprises Leader: And things in all sizes. People: All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above, Leader: So let your song arise and give thanks for all God's love. HYMN: “Through It All” FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Revelation 14:13 REMEMBERING THE SAINTS OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: Chancel Choir – “God Is My Shepherd” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (Children K-6th grade are invited to Jr. Church at this time). SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Luke 16:1-15 SERMON “Earn All You Can” HOLY COMMUNION *CLOSING HYMN: “The Church's One Foundation” - #545 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “As We Go” POSTLUDE “For All the Saints”

"Don't Be Afraid" by Pastor Rick Birk October 26th, 2025, Pastoral Message Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Benediction October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Take the Name of Jesus with You October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Amazing Grace, Eternal Life GUMC Chancel Choir October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Majesty” - #176 WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Leader: Gracious God, open our hearts today. People: Let us feel your overflowing love. Leader: Loosen our fear. Clear our prejudice. People: Give us eyes to see your love at work in others. Leader: Quiet our minds. Steady our spirits. People: Make us ready to follow Jesus with courage and kindness. Leader: We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING ALTAR CANDLES “More Love to Thee, O Christ” *HYMN: “Are Ye Able” - #530 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: In the quiet of the morning, as we stir to greet the day... People: God hears our sighs and gives strength to our spirits. Leader: In the busyness of the day, as we work and strive... People: God goes with us, giving us courage and confidence. Leader: In the tiredness of the evening, as we begin to settle down... People: God is present, refreshing and comforting our souls. Leader: In the hush of night, as sleep overcomes our weariness... People: There is God, watching over us with patient love. Leader: Thanks be to God throughout all our days. People: AMEN. HYMN: “'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus” - #462 MORNING PRAYER: Jesus, keep us safe. Fear pervades our lives and gives us too many reasons to worry. We see danger every day, and we have experienced the pain it causes. But, you have promised to be our refuge, our shelter and our peace. Even when the storms rage, we know that in your arms we are truly safe. Let us trust you fully, believing that your promises are not empty. You have given us hope, and we cling to that and claim it. Jesus, keep us safe. Amen. FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 41:10 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: Chancel Choir – “Amazing Grace, Eternal Life” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (Children K-6 th grade are invited to Jr. Choir at this time). SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Mark 6:45-56 SERMON “Don't Be Afraid” *CLOSING HYMN: “Take the Name of Jesus with You” - #536 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “As We Go” POSTLUDE “He's Got the Whole World in His Hands”

Majesty October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Are Ye Able October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer October 26th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

In Moments Like These October 19th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

It is Well with My Soul October 19th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments October 19th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Special Music Sung by Angela Martin October 19th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"Answering the Door" by Pastor Rick Birk October 19th, 2025, Pastoral Message Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Rejoice the Lord is King October 19th, 2025, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/