Groveport UMC

Open Our Eyes Lord March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Ye Servants of God March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

There is Power in the Blood March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONG: “The Gift of Love” - #408 WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Gracious God, as we gather this morning, we know we are one week closer to the sorrow of the cross and the joy of Easter morning. By your Spirit, shape this time of worship. Ready our hearts for the hard days and the good days ahead. Help us listen, repent, and trust you again. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “Almighty“ HYMN: “There is Power in the Blood” CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: When we hunger People: We cry to the Lord, “Help us, O Lord.” Leader: When we thirst People: We cry to the Lord, “Help us, O Lord.” Leader: God who created the heavens and the earth hears our cries. People: Lord, come and quench our thirst and heal our hunger. AMEN. HYMN: “Open Our Eyes, Lord” - #426 FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Romans 7:15-25 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: “In the Garden” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Church at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Mark 14:26-42 SERMON “The Spirit is Willing, But…“ *CLOSING HYMN: “Ye Servants of God” - #181 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “I'll Fly Away”

"In the Garden" Offertory Music played by Nancy Wilkerson March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"The Spirit is Willing, But..." by Pastor Rick Birk March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

The Gift of Love March 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Blessed Be the Name” and “The Longer I Serve Him” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: As we progress through Lent, our Father, enable us to deepen our spiritual lives. Teach us to pray rightly that we may know the blessing of being rooted and grounded in your Spirit. Focus our minds upon Christ, for it is in him that we see the pattern we are to follow. Thus, it is in his name we pray. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “My Jesus, I Love Thee“ HYMN: “Amazing Grace” - #378 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: We come this day hoping to encounter Christ. People: We come with burdens and questions that only He can answer. Leader: May we open our hearts to Him. People: May our lives be healed and strengthened for service. AMEN. HYMN: “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” - #334 PRAYER OF CONFESSION Leader: Merciful God, forgive us when we stray from your path and succumb to the temptation of the moment. People: Make us to know your ways, O Lord; teach us your path. Leader: Forgive us for failing to see every person as one of your beloved children. People: Make us to know your ways, O Lord; teach us your path. Leader: Forgive us when we fail to share from the resources we have, when others go hungry for lack of food, or have no place to rest. People: Make us to know your ways, O Lord; teach us your path. Leader: Forgive us when we hold onto our anger and hurts, failing to forgive as you have forgiven us. People: Make us to know your ways, O Lord; teach us your path. Leader: Forgive us when we forget to live our lives in a way that shows that you are our God and we are your people. People: Make us to know your ways, O Lord; teach us your path. WORDS OF ASSURANCE FIRST SCRIPTURE READING 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 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: “Cross of Love” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Church at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Mark 14:12-25 SERMON “The Meal that Defines Us“ HOLY COMMUNION *CLOSING HYMN: “When We All Get to Heaven” - #701 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “Love Lifted Me”

"The Meal that Defines Us" by Pastor Rick Birk March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Amazing Grace March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

When We All Get to Heaven March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Blessed Be the Name and The Longer I Serve Him March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Cross of Love GUMC Chancel Choir March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Sweet, Sweet Spirit March 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

February 22, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONG: “I Love You, Lord” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: Understanding and compassionate God, so often the words of our mouths and the meditation of our hearts do not seem acceptable in your sight. There is much about ourselves we find unacceptable. As we come to this place, grant to us eyes to see through the lens of your surpassing love the new creations of your grace that we are. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded“ HYMN: “Jesus is All the World to Me” - #469 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: Come, all who carry the weight of sin and guilt. People: Christ has taken up the sins of the world. Leader: Come, all who long for mercy and grace. People: God's love has nailed our debts to the cross. Leader: Come, all who seek a new beginning. People: By Christ's wounds, we are healed. All: Let us worship the God of mercy, love, and forgiveness! HYMN: “Isn't He” MINISTRY MOMENT – LILLIAN FAITH PRAYER OF CONFESSION Lord God, we bow our heads before you in humble confession of the wrongs we have done, as well as the acts of love and mercy we have not done. We have bent the truth to serve our own purposes. We have been slow to apologize and swift to condemn. We have refused to make allowances for others while demanding others make allowances for us. We have coveted things we do not need. We have spoken more than we have listened, getting carried away by our own self-importance. We have been slow to serve, but quick to demand service of others. We arrogantly imagine we can manage the lives of other people when we have not yet learned to manage our own with righteousness. For Jesus' sake, forgive us these sins, as well as those particular wrongs we name in silence. [pause for self-examination]. Leader: Beginning during this Lenten season, help us follow him in all our thoughts, words and deeds. Amen. FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 52:13 - 53:1-12 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: “The Old Rugged Cross Made the Difference” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Church at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Colossians 2:10-14 SERMON “Paid in Full“ *CLOSING HYMN: “It is Well with My Soul” - #377 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”

Our Time of Prayer February 22, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Paid in Full by Pastor Rick Birk February 22, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments February 22, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"Lift High the Cross" Pastoral Message by Pastor Rick Birk February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Great is Thy Faithfulness February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Gather at the River GUMC Chancel Choir February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

In Moments Like These February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Lift High the Cross February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Here I Am to Worship February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

February 15, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONG: “Here I Am to Worship” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: God, we want our worship today to reflect the overwhelming love we have for you. We desire that our songs would be a beautiful offering, pointing only towards you. We ask that each moment of this time together would bring you great praise and glory, for you alone are worthy. Guide us as we worship that all we sing and speak and pray would honor your great name. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “I Exalt Thee“ HYMN: “Great is Thy Faithfulness” - #140 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: In the beginning was the Word, People: And the Word was with God, and the Word was God. Leader: Through Christ, the Word became flesh and made his home among us. People: In Adam all die, but in Christ are made alive! Leader: Come, lift high the cross! People: We come to worship the One who gives life, love, and hope to the world! HYMN: “In Moments Like These” FIRST SCRIPTURE READING 1 Corinthians 15:20-24 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: “Gather at the River” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Choir at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING John 1:1-5; 14 SERMON “Lift High the Cross” *CLOSING HYMN: “Lift High the Cross” - #159 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah”

Our Time of Prayer February 8, 2026, 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 February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Disciples of Christ GUMC Chancel Choir February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Crown Him with Many Crowns February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

My Tribute February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

The Mystery and Meaning of the Cross by Pastor Rick Birk February 8, 2026,Pastoral Message Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONG: “Spirit Song” #347 WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: We desire our worship to be from pure hearts. We desire your name to be made great that all the earth would know you. We desire our songs and words to praise you with all that we have to give. None of this can be done in our own strength. Our worship, our songs, our words are about you and for you. Guide us as we worship. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “Whiter Than Snow Medley“ HYMN: “Crown Him with Many Crowns” - 327 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: We come, seeking to understand a mystery. People: A love so deep it chose the cross. Leader: We come, not with all the answers, People: But with open hearts and willing spirits. Leader: In the shadow of suffering, we look for grace. People: In the face of Christ, we see God's mercy revealed. Leader: Come, let us worship the One who turns pain into purpose, People: And death into life everlasting. HYMN: Special Music: Angela Martin RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBER FIRST SCRIPTURE READING 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 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: “Disciples of Christ” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Church at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Mark 8:31-37 SERMON “The Mystery and Meaning of the Cross” *CLOSING HYMN: “My Tribute” *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “Sunshine in My Soul”

Spirit Song February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Reception of New Member February 8, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Lord, I Lift Your Name on High February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Great is Thy Faithfulness February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

"Just a Closer Walk with Thee" played by Nancy Wilkerson February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Lord, I Lift Your Name on High” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: The hills hear your voice, O Lord. The mountains quake before you. As we call on your name, help us walk in the ways of righteousness and speak in tones of peace. As we seek to be blameless and do what is right, may our hearts be free from guile and deceit, that we be known as peace makers, the blessed children of God. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES “Draw Me Close“ HYMN: “How Great Thou Art” - #77 CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: What does the Lord require of us? People: To do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with our God. Leader: With what shall we come before the Lord? People: With speech that is gentle, and words that build up. Leader: How shall we live our faith? People: With actions that bring peace, and works that lift up the lowly. Leader: Come and worship God in spirit and in truth. HYMN: “I Love You Lord” PRAYER OF CONFESSION: When we feel beaten down by the world, Merciful One, free us from sorrow and grief. When we are wounded by careless words, help us refrain from lashing out in our suffering and hurting the ones we love. Fill us with a hunger and a thirst for righteousness, that we may walk humbly in your ways and be a blessing to everyone we meet. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Psalm 15 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: “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (All children are invited to attend Jr. Church at this time.) SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Micah 6:1-8 SERMON “Living a Satisfied Life” HOLY COMMUNION *CLOSING HYMN: “Great is Thy Faithfulness” - #140 *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH: “Shalom to You” POSTLUDE “He Keeps Me Singing”

"Living a Satisfied Life" by Pastor Rick Birk February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

How Great Thou Art February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

I Love You Lord February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Children's Moments February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

Our Time of Prayer February 1, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/

January 25, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 4:12-23 SERMON “Gone Fishing” by Pastor Rick Birk

SERMON “Gone Fishing” by Pastor Rick Birk January 25, 2026, Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/