Stone United Methodist Church

JULY 6, 2025 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude – Father We Thank Thee – Dennis Janzer Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: What do we have to boast about? People: The cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Pastor: And what does this cross mean for us? People: Everything is a new creation. * Opening Hymn – “To God be the Glory” UMH #98 *Unison Prayer God of endings and beginnings, we thank you for always starting anew with us. When we find ourselves at our wits’ end, at the end of our rope, at the end of our patience, or even at the end of our hope, you are there. You find us and bring us into your new beginning, again and again. Amen. *Apostles Creed UMH #881 *Glory Be to the Father UMH #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Galatians 6:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Message: “What IS Right” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Break Thou the Bread of Life – Lynn L. Peterson *Doxology – UMH #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “One Bread, One Body” UMH #620 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion – see insert *Closing Hymn – “Old Rugged Cross” UMH #504 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – Battle Hymn of the Republic – Carlos Stazeski The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in honor of July birthdays and anniversaries by Debbie Knapp. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JULY 6, 2025 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude – Father We Thank Thee – Dennis Janzer Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: What do we have to boast about? People: The cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Pastor: And what does this cross mean for us? People: Everything is a new creation. * Opening Hymn – “To God be the Glory” UMH #98 *Unison Prayer God of endings and beginnings, we thank you for always starting anew with us. When we find ourselves at our wits’ end, at the end of our rope, at the end of our patience, or even at the end of our hope, you are there. You find us and bring us into your new beginning, again and again. Amen. *Apostles Creed UMH #881 *Glory Be to the Father UMH #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Galatians 6:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Message: “What IS Right” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Break Thou the Bread of Life – Lynn L. Peterson *Doxology – UMH #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “One Bread, One Body” UMH #620 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion – see insert *Closing Hymn – “Old Rugged Cross” UMH #504 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – Battle Hymn of the Republic – Carlos Stazeski The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in honor of July birthdays and anniversaries by Debbie Knapp. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JULY 6, 2025 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory – Break Thou the Bread of Life – Lynn L. Peterson *Doxology – UMH #94

JULY 6, 2025 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory – Break Thou the Bread of Life – Lynn L. Peterson *Doxology – UMH #94

JULY 6, 2025 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Galatians 6:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Message: “What IS Right” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Break Thou the Bread of Life – Lynn L. Peterson *Doxology – UMH #94

JULY 6, 2025 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Galatians 6:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Message: “What IS Right” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Break Thou the Bread of Life – Lynn L. Peterson *Doxology – UMH #94

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS Scripture – 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Psalm 77:1-2,11; Gal 5:13-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Being Godly in Difficult Times” Rev. Jim Tubbs

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS Scripture – 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Psalm 77:1-2,11; Gal 5:13-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Being Godly in Difficult Times” Rev. Jim Tubbs

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS Children’s Chat

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS Children’s Chat

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Brother Jame's Air-Dale Wood Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Welcome to worship today. Bring your joys and burdens to the Lord. People: For God hears the cries of our hearts and heals our wounded souls. Pastor: Remember the wondrous deeds that God continues to perform in your life. People: Let us be thankful for all the mercies and tenderness that God offers to us. Pastor: Come, praise the Lord with all your heart and soul. People: Let our voices raise in a powerful concert of praise and thanksgiving. AMEN. * Opening Hymn – “O God our Help in Ages Past” #117 **Unison Prayer Loving God, you give us freedom. In fact, in you, we live in perfect freedom. Fear tries to bind us. Idolatry comes chasing after us. Divisive arguments try to trap us in corners and keep us locked away from one another. These are not the freedoms you have in mind for your children, loving God. We confess, we have submitted to them in the past, but no more. Inspire us to live in the freedom you have given us for love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. You set us free. Give us the courage to enjoy it. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Psalm 77:1-2,11; Gal 5:13-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Being Godly in Difficult Times” Rev. Jim Tubbs Tithes and Offering Offertory - Elegy-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Lord, I Want to be a Christian” #402 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart” #500 *Action Steps and Benediction Pastor: Heavenly Father, we pray for a legacy of faith. People: Guide us in living a life that reflects your love and truth. Open our eyes to opportunities to share our faith with others. Pastor: Help us to build a strong foundation of faith through prayer, studying your Word, and acting on your will. People: May our lives be a testament to your grace and a source of inspiration for those who come after us. May our actions and words point others to You, Lord, so that our faith will continue to inspire generations to come. Postlude - Morning Has Broken-Dale Wood

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Brother Jame's Air-Dale Wood Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Welcome to worship today. Bring your joys and burdens to the Lord. People: For God hears the cries of our hearts and heals our wounded souls. Pastor: Remember the wondrous deeds that God continues to perform in your life. People: Let us be thankful for all the mercies and tenderness that God offers to us. Pastor: Come, praise the Lord with all your heart and soul. People: Let our voices raise in a powerful concert of praise and thanksgiving. AMEN. * Opening Hymn – “O God our Help in Ages Past” #117 **Unison Prayer Loving God, you give us freedom. In fact, in you, we live in perfect freedom. Fear tries to bind us. Idolatry comes chasing after us. Divisive arguments try to trap us in corners and keep us locked away from one another. These are not the freedoms you have in mind for your children, loving God. We confess, we have submitted to them in the past, but no more. Inspire us to live in the freedom you have given us for love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. You set us free. Give us the courage to enjoy it. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Psalm 77:1-2,11; Gal 5:13-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Being Godly in Difficult Times” Rev. Jim Tubbs Tithes and Offering Offertory - Elegy-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Lord, I Want to be a Christian” #402 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart” #500 *Action Steps and Benediction Pastor: Heavenly Father, we pray for a legacy of faith. People: Guide us in living a life that reflects your love and truth. Open our eyes to opportunities to share our faith with others. Pastor: Help us to build a strong foundation of faith through prayer, studying your Word, and acting on your will. People: May our lives be a testament to your grace and a source of inspiration for those who come after us. May our actions and words point others to You, Lord, so that our faith will continue to inspire generations to come. Postlude - Morning Has Broken-Dale Wood

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Elegy-Gordon Young

Third Sunday After Pentecost REV. JAMES TUBBS ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Elegy-Gordon Young

JUNE 22, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

JUNE 22, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

JUNE 22, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Offertoire-Cecile Chaminade Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: As we have been baptized into Christ, People: We are clothed with Christ. Pastor: And if we belong to Christ, People: Then we are Abraham’s offspring Pastor: And heirs according to the promise. People: Thanks be to God. * Opening Hymn – “Come, Christians, Join to Sing” UMH #158 *Unison Prayer Loving and holy God, we confess that we hold tightly to our pride and resist your transforming grace. You offer us freedom and a welcome place in your family, yet we struggle, trying to earn what you have already given. We cling to our old ways of doing and thinking. You call us your beloved children. Help us hear and claim our new identity. Free us from the bonds of limited imagination and empower us to thrive in your life of faith and grace. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. *Apostles Creed UMH #881 *Glory Be to the Father UMH #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Galatians 3:23-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Reflecting Christ” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Beach Spring-Truuke Ameigh *Doxology – UMH #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “As the Deer” TFWS #2025 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “In Christ There Is No East or West” UMH #548 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Trumpet Voluntary in D-Robert Lind The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 19th wedding anniversary of Jim & Darlene Ross. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JUNE 22, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Offertoire-Cecile Chaminade Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: As we have been baptized into Christ, People: We are clothed with Christ. Pastor: And if we belong to Christ, People: Then we are Abraham’s offspring Pastor: And heirs according to the promise. People: Thanks be to God. * Opening Hymn – “Come, Christians, Join to Sing” UMH #158 *Unison Prayer Loving and holy God, we confess that we hold tightly to our pride and resist your transforming grace. You offer us freedom and a welcome place in your family, yet we struggle, trying to earn what you have already given. We cling to our old ways of doing and thinking. You call us your beloved children. Help us hear and claim our new identity. Free us from the bonds of limited imagination and empower us to thrive in your life of faith and grace. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. *Apostles Creed UMH #881 *Glory Be to the Father UMH #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Galatians 3:23-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Reflecting Christ” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Beach Spring-Truuke Ameigh *Doxology – UMH #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “As the Deer” TFWS #2025 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “In Christ There Is No East or West” UMH #548 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Trumpet Voluntary in D-Robert Lind The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 19th wedding anniversary of Jim & Darlene Ross. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JUNE 22, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Beach Spring-Truuke Ameigh *Doxology – UMH #94

JUNE 22, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Beach Spring-Truuke Ameigh *Doxology – UMH #94

REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Galatians 3:23-29 Message: “Reflecting Christ”

REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Galatians 3:23-29 Message: “Reflecting Christ”

JUNE 15, 2025 TRINITY SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “How Majestic Is Your Name”

JUNE 15, 2025 TRINITY SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “How Majestic Is Your Name”

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - We Adore Thee, Variations-Guilmant Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! The Holy Spirit sweeps among us, binding us together as family in Christ. People: We are children of God, heirs of grace. Pastor: Beloved, have you noticed? The Holy Spirit moves among us, creating and renewing the whole of creation, inspiring us to co-create with God and one another. People: We are children of God, co-creators in grace. Pastor: Beloved, be encouraged. The Holy Spirit lives among us, surrounding us with mercy and grace, witnessing to us about God’s steadfast love for God’s people. People: We are children of God, witnesses to grace. Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! Whether in a rushing wind or a gentle breath, the Holy Spirit welcomes you here, for we are all children of God, brought together by grace. People: We are children of God, knit together by the Spirit. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “We Are the Church” #558 **Prayer of Confession May we feel your presence this day, Holy Spirit, like the people gathered on that Day of Pentecost. May you rush into our hearts and inebriate our souls. May we be empowered by your Spirit to live a life more faithful to God. Amen. *Nicene Creed #880 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Acts 2:1-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Children of God” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Vorspiel-Johann Georg Frech *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Spirit of the Living God” #393 Sung Twice Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Breathe on Me, Breath of God” #420 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - All Night, All Day-Robert Swift The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in memory of our loved ones by Anne Finney and family. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - We Adore Thee, Variations-Guilmant Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! The Holy Spirit sweeps among us, binding us together as family in Christ. People: We are children of God, heirs of grace. Pastor: Beloved, have you noticed? The Holy Spirit moves among us, creating and renewing the whole of creation, inspiring us to co-create with God and one another. People: We are children of God, co-creators in grace. Pastor: Beloved, be encouraged. The Holy Spirit lives among us, surrounding us with mercy and grace, witnessing to us about God’s steadfast love for God’s people. People: We are children of God, witnesses to grace. Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! Whether in a rushing wind or a gentle breath, the Holy Spirit welcomes you here, for we are all children of God, brought together by grace. People: We are children of God, knit together by the Spirit. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “We Are the Church” #558 **Prayer of Confession May we feel your presence this day, Holy Spirit, like the people gathered on that Day of Pentecost. May you rush into our hearts and inebriate our souls. May we be empowered by your Spirit to live a life more faithful to God. Amen. *Nicene Creed #880 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Acts 2:1-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Children of God” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Vorspiel-Johann Georg Frech *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Spirit of the Living God” #393 Sung Twice Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Breathe on Me, Breath of God” #420 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - All Night, All Day-Robert Swift The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in memory of our loved ones by Anne Finney and family. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JUNE 15, 2025 Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JUNE 15, 2025 Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET Scripture – Acts 2:1-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Children of God”

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET Scripture – Acts 2:1-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Children of God”

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET Children’s Chat

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET Children’s Chat

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - We Adore Thee, Variations-Guilmant Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! The Holy Spirit sweeps among us, binding us together as family in Christ. People: We are children of God, heirs of grace. Pastor: Beloved, have you noticed? The Holy Spirit moves among us, creating and renewing the whole of creation, inspiring us to co-create with God and one another. People: We are children of God, co-creators in grace. Pastor: Beloved, be encouraged. The Holy Spirit lives among us, surrounding us with mercy and grace, witnessing to us about God’s steadfast love for God’s people. People: We are children of God, witnesses to grace. Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! Whether in a rushing wind or a gentle breath, the Holy Spirit welcomes you here, for we are all children of God, brought together by grace. People: We are children of God, knit together by the Spirit. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “We Are the Church” #558 **Prayer of Confession May we feel your presence this day, Holy Spirit, like the people gathered on that Day of Pentecost. May you rush into our hearts and inebriate our souls. May we be empowered by your Spirit to live a life more faithful to God. Amen. *Nicene Creed #880 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Acts 2:1-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Children of God” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Vorspiel-Johann Georg Frech *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Spirit of the Living God” #393 Sung Twice Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Breathe on Me, Breath of God” #420 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - All Night, All Day-Robert Swift The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in memory of our loved ones by Anne Finney and family. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - We Adore Thee, Variations-Guilmant Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! The Holy Spirit sweeps among us, binding us together as family in Christ. People: We are children of God, heirs of grace. Pastor: Beloved, have you noticed? The Holy Spirit moves among us, creating and renewing the whole of creation, inspiring us to co-create with God and one another. People: We are children of God, co-creators in grace. Pastor: Beloved, be encouraged. The Holy Spirit lives among us, surrounding us with mercy and grace, witnessing to us about God’s steadfast love for God’s people. People: We are children of God, witnesses to grace. Pastor: Beloved, pay attention! Whether in a rushing wind or a gentle breath, the Holy Spirit welcomes you here, for we are all children of God, brought together by grace. People: We are children of God, knit together by the Spirit. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “We Are the Church” #558 **Prayer of Confession May we feel your presence this day, Holy Spirit, like the people gathered on that Day of Pentecost. May you rush into our hearts and inebriate our souls. May we be empowered by your Spirit to live a life more faithful to God. Amen. *Nicene Creed #880 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Acts 2:1-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Children of God” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Vorspiel-Johann Georg Frech *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Spirit of the Living God” #393 Sung Twice Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Breathe on Me, Breath of God” #420 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - All Night, All Day-Robert Swift The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in memory of our loved ones by Anne Finney and family. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Vorspiel-Johann Georg Frech *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JUNE 8, 2025 PENTECOST SUNDAY REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Vorspiel-Johann Georg Frech *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Children’s Chat

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Children’s Chat

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: The roots of the Tree of Life run deep into the sacred soil. People: The limbs of the Tree of Life reach out to embrace the goodness of all creation. Pastor: The trunk of the Tree of Life stands strong in the face of hatred and malice toward the least, the lonely, the left out. People: The branches of the Tree of Life struggle toward the heavens, hoping to bring about God’s reign of justice and love for all. Pastor: The winds of the Spirit breathe through the Tree of Life, bringing renewal and hope. People: May our worship this day be a worthy offering that supports the Tree of Life and brings the goodness of the Sacred to our world. * Opening Hymn – “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” #154 **Prayer of Confession O God of earth and sky, as Jesus came among us in Bethlehem to raise us up to heaven, so today we recall his departing from us at Jerusalem to be in all places. Though he is hidden from our sight, enable us to abide in him by the power and grace of the Holy Spirit, until his mercy and grace fill your whole creation. Amen. *Nicene Creed #880 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Revelation 22:12-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Tree of Life” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” TFWS #2193 Sung Twice Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “I’ll Fly Away” TFWS #2282 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: The roots of the Tree of Life run deep into the sacred soil. People: The limbs of the Tree of Life reach out to embrace the goodness of all creation. Pastor: The trunk of the Tree of Life stands strong in the face of hatred and malice toward the least, the lonely, the left out. People: The branches of the Tree of Life struggle toward the heavens, hoping to bring about God’s reign of justice and love for all. Pastor: The winds of the Spirit breathe through the Tree of Life, bringing renewal and hope. People: May our worship this day be a worthy offering that supports the Tree of Life and brings the goodness of the Sacred to our world. * Opening Hymn – “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” #154 **Prayer of Confession O God of earth and sky, as Jesus came among us in Bethlehem to raise us up to heaven, so today we recall his departing from us at Jerusalem to be in all places. Though he is hidden from our sight, enable us to abide in him by the power and grace of the Holy Spirit, until his mercy and grace fill your whole creation. Amen. *Nicene Creed #880 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Revelation 22:12-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Tree of Life” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” TFWS #2193 Sung Twice Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “I’ll Fly Away” TFWS #2282 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Scripture – Revelation 22:12-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Tree of Life”

Ascension Sunday ~ June 1, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Scripture – Revelation 22:12-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Tree of Life”

MAY 25, 2025 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Finlandia-Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship - Psalm 67 Pastor: Let all the peoples praise God. People: May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us, Selah Pastor: that your way may be known upon earth, your saving power among all nations. People: Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you. Pastor: Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for you judge the peoples with equity and guide the nations upon earth. Selah People: Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you. Pastor: The earth has yielded its increase; God, our God, has blessed us. People: May God continue to bless us; let all the ends of the earth revere him. * Opening Hymn – “He Has Made Me Glad” #2270 **Prayer of Confession Lord, we come together to remember who we are and whose we are. Open our hearts to the nudging of your Spirit that moves among us, empowering us to listen to you for we long for sholom, a peace that only you can provide. Amen Children’s Chat Scripture – John 14:23-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Peace and Gladness” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Sketch on “Just As I Am” – Gordon Young *Doxology – UMH #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Spirit Song” #347 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “There’s Within My Heart a Melody” #380 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Praise The Lord! Ye Heavens Adore Him-Anna Laura Page The flowers on the altar this morning are given by Jim & Darlene Ross to the glory of God and in honor of Alysha's birthday on May 29. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

MAY 25, 2025 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Finlandia-Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship - Psalm 67 Pastor: Let all the peoples praise God. People: May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us, Selah Pastor: that your way may be known upon earth, your saving power among all nations. People: Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you. Pastor: Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for you judge the peoples with equity and guide the nations upon earth. Selah People: Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you. Pastor: The earth has yielded its increase; God, our God, has blessed us. People: May God continue to bless us; let all the ends of the earth revere him. * Opening Hymn – “He Has Made Me Glad” #2270 **Prayer of Confession Lord, we come together to remember who we are and whose we are. Open our hearts to the nudging of your Spirit that moves among us, empowering us to listen to you for we long for sholom, a peace that only you can provide. Amen Children’s Chat Scripture – John 14:23-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Peace and Gladness” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Sketch on “Just As I Am” – Gordon Young *Doxology – UMH #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Spirit Song” #347 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “There’s Within My Heart a Melody” #380 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Praise The Lord! Ye Heavens Adore Him-Anna Laura Page The flowers on the altar this morning are given by Jim & Darlene Ross to the glory of God and in honor of Alysha's birthday on May 29. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org

MAY 25, 2025 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory – Sketch on “Just As I Am” – Gordon Young *Doxology – UMH #94

MAY 25, 2025 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory – Sketch on “Just As I Am” – Gordon Young *Doxology – UMH #94

MAY 25, 2025 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Scripture – John 14:23-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Peace and Gladness”

MAY 25, 2025 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Scripture – John 14:23-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Peace and Gladness”

Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball Scripture – Mark 9:30-37 Message: “Confronted by God”