Stone United Methodist Church

December 14, 2025 Third Sunday of Advent Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Just as our theme carol asks, “What child is this?” we, too, have come with our questions this day. We go into the world with answers of Good News, being the Body of Christ through our words and deeds. PEOPLE: We Ask, We Answer PASTOR: As we prepare to go into the world, let us ask and answer the question we came with. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one born into a time when unbridled joy was squelched by those in power. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose birth would stir the world from slumber and challenge us to know joy that comes from right relationships. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “Son of Mary” who shows us the song of life that is ours when we stand up for the least. * Opening Hymn – “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” #89 Lighting of the Third Advent Candle What Child is this, who, laid to rest, On Mary’s lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping? Reader 1: We often hear Jesus referred to as the “Son of God” and the “Son of Man.” But this carol points out his identity over and over as the “Son of Mary.” This equally powerful description points to his being reared by a woman who, upon hearing she would bear a child, said “yes” to one of the most difficult and precarious situations she could face. Reader 2: And then she sings with joy a song of justice for the ages. She goes on to guide and help form this child who would tend to the suffering ones. Reader 1: We light this candle of Joy for those who need it most. (Light the First and Second Purple Candles and the Pink Candle.) Reader 2: For all whose despair feels endless. Reader 1: For all who find little joy in daily living. Reader 2: For all whose disappointment runs deep. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “How can we proclaim a deep joy “in spite of” hardship in our time?” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is the Son of Blessed Mary who reigns with joy forever. This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary! Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with an uncanny joy. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us how to praise you even when songs and carols feel empty. We pray in the name of the Child, the One Who Uplifts our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Luke 1:26-56 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Son of Mary” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “To a Maid Engaged to Joseph” #215 Vs1, 2, 4, & 6 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Joy to the World” #246 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

December 14, 2025 Third Sunday of Advent Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Just as our theme carol asks, “What child is this?” we, too, have come with our questions this day. We go into the world with answers of Good News, being the Body of Christ through our words and deeds. PEOPLE: We Ask, We Answer PASTOR: As we prepare to go into the world, let us ask and answer the question we came with. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one born into a time when unbridled joy was squelched by those in power. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose birth would stir the world from slumber and challenge us to know joy that comes from right relationships. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “Son of Mary” who shows us the song of life that is ours when we stand up for the least. * Opening Hymn – “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” #89 Lighting of the Third Advent Candle What Child is this, who, laid to rest, On Mary’s lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping? Reader 1: We often hear Jesus referred to as the “Son of God” and the “Son of Man.” But this carol points out his identity over and over as the “Son of Mary.” This equally powerful description points to his being reared by a woman who, upon hearing she would bear a child, said “yes” to one of the most difficult and precarious situations she could face. Reader 2: And then she sings with joy a song of justice for the ages. She goes on to guide and help form this child who would tend to the suffering ones. Reader 1: We light this candle of Joy for those who need it most. (Light the First and Second Purple Candles and the Pink Candle.) Reader 2: For all whose despair feels endless. Reader 1: For all who find little joy in daily living. Reader 2: For all whose disappointment runs deep. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “How can we proclaim a deep joy “in spite of” hardship in our time?” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is the Son of Blessed Mary who reigns with joy forever. This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary! Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with an uncanny joy. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us how to praise you even when songs and carols feel empty. We pray in the name of the Child, the One Who Uplifts our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Luke 1:26-56 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Son of Mary” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “To a Maid Engaged to Joseph” #215 Vs1, 2, 4, & 6 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Joy to the World” #246 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

December 14, 2025 Third Sunday of Advent Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

December 14, 2025 Third Sunday of Advent Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

December 14, 2025 Third Sunday of Advent Rev. Kendra Balliet Scripture- Luke 1:26-56 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Son of Mary”

December 14, 2025 Third Sunday of Advent Rev. Kendra Balliet Scripture- Luke 1:26-56 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Son of Mary”

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat   

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat   

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Choral Prelude on "Of The Fathers Love Begotten" -John Blackburn Welcome & Announcements  *Call to Worship PASTOR: As we prepare to go into the world, let us ask and answer the question we came with. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one born in a time when too many were silenced. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose voice would ring out, reminding all that peace does not come through violence. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “Prince of Peace” who shows us the kin-dom in which all have a voice, and no one is afraid. * Opening Hymn – “Star Child” #2095 Lighting of the Second Advent Candle Why lies He in such mean estate, Where ox and ass are feeding? Good Christian, fear: for sinners here The silent Word is pleading. Reader 1: The poet of our theme carol, “What Child is This,” penned the phrase “the silent Word is pleading.” Our vision of the child in the manger may be the soothing lullaby and the silent night, but the reality of babies, and of that time in history, is that of a “crying out.” Reader 2: It was a time when many were silenced, and the need for prophesying justice in the midst of trauma was great. Zechariah does this when his silence is lifted. The Word became Flesh for such a time. Reader 1: We light this candle of Peace for those who need it most. (Light the First and Second Purple Candles.) Reader 2: For all who are being silenced. Reader 1: For all who are afraid to speak out. Reader 2: For all who know that peace comes with justice. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “How will we cry out for true peace for ALL people? How will we soothe the trauma of the world in our time?” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is the Prince of Peace who invites us to proclaim his reign forever. This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary! Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with new air in our lungs. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us the true meaning of peace on earth, goodwill for all. We pray in the name of the Child, the Prince of Peace in our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture- Luke 1:5-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “The Silent Word” Tithes and Offering  Offertory -  Lenten Lullaby – George Blake *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94  Prayer Hymn – “Prepare the Way of the Lord” #207 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns  Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Communion *Closing Hymn – “Let There Be Peace on Earth” #431 Action Steps and Benediction  Postlude – Noel – Willard Irving Nevins

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Choral Prelude on "Of The Fathers Love Begotten" -John Blackburn Welcome & Announcements  *Call to Worship PASTOR: As we prepare to go into the world, let us ask and answer the question we came with. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one born in a time when too many were silenced. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose voice would ring out, reminding all that peace does not come through violence. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “Prince of Peace” who shows us the kin-dom in which all have a voice, and no one is afraid. * Opening Hymn – “Star Child” #2095 Lighting of the Second Advent Candle Why lies He in such mean estate, Where ox and ass are feeding? Good Christian, fear: for sinners here The silent Word is pleading. Reader 1: The poet of our theme carol, “What Child is This,” penned the phrase “the silent Word is pleading.” Our vision of the child in the manger may be the soothing lullaby and the silent night, but the reality of babies, and of that time in history, is that of a “crying out.” Reader 2: It was a time when many were silenced, and the need for prophesying justice in the midst of trauma was great. Zechariah does this when his silence is lifted. The Word became Flesh for such a time. Reader 1: We light this candle of Peace for those who need it most. (Light the First and Second Purple Candles.) Reader 2: For all who are being silenced. Reader 1: For all who are afraid to speak out. Reader 2: For all who know that peace comes with justice. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “How will we cry out for true peace for ALL people? How will we soothe the trauma of the world in our time?” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is the Prince of Peace who invites us to proclaim his reign forever. This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary! Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with new air in our lungs. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us the true meaning of peace on earth, goodwill for all. We pray in the name of the Child, the Prince of Peace in our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture- Luke 1:5-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “The Silent Word” Tithes and Offering  Offertory -  Lenten Lullaby – George Blake *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94  Prayer Hymn – “Prepare the Way of the Lord” #207 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns  Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Communion *Closing Hymn – “Let There Be Peace on Earth” #431 Action Steps and Benediction  Postlude – Noel – Willard Irving Nevins

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering  Offertory -  Lenten Lullaby – George Blake *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering  Offertory -  Lenten Lullaby – George Blake *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET   Scripture- Luke 1:5-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “The Silent Word”

Stone United Methodist Church December 7, 2025 Second Sunday of Advent REV. KENDRA BALLIET   Scripture- Luke 1:5-25 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “The Silent Word”

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Lamentations 3:46-57, Luke 2:1-5 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “King of Kings”

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Lamentations 3:46-57, Luke 2:1-5 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “King of Kings”

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Just as our theme carol asks, “what child is this?” we, too, have come with our questions this day. We go into the world with answers of Good News, being the Body of Christ through our words and deeds. PEOPLE: We Ask, We Answer. PASTOR: As we prepare to go into the world, let us ask and answer the question we came with. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one born into a time when hope was hard. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose lowly status would send a message of hope that alleviation of oppression is a holy endeavor. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “King of Kings” who shows us the way of true hope for all people. * Opening Hymn – “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” #154 Lighting of the First Advent Candle What Child is this, who, laid to rest, On Mary’s lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping? Reader 1: The nature of humanity seems to point to the need for a “savior,” especially when we feel things are out of control. People in the time of Jesus’ birth were no different. They hoped for a new reality of communal wellbeing in the midst of corruption and violence. Reader 2: Peace only existed by definition of the empire. The collaboration of religious and state authorities for the sake of the rich and the demise of the poor was a hard reality for most. Reader 1: We light this candle of Hope for those who need it most. (Light the First Purple Candle.) Reader 2: For all who search for a place to belong. Reader 1: For all who are frightened by imposing forces. Reader 2: For all whose future seems uncertain. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “For what do we hope in our time that will be ‘good news for ALL people?’” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is Christ the King who reigns with hope forever. This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary! Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with humility and hope. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us the true meaning of the kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. We pray in the name of the Child, the One Who Reigns in our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Lamentations 3:46-57, Luke 2:1-5 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “King of Kings” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” #211 vs 1-3, 6 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Take the Name of Jesus with You” #536 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude 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

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Just as our theme carol asks, “what child is this?” we, too, have come with our questions this day. We go into the world with answers of Good News, being the Body of Christ through our words and deeds. PEOPLE: We Ask, We Answer. PASTOR: As we prepare to go into the world, let us ask and answer the question we came with. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one born into a time when hope was hard. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose lowly status would send a message of hope that alleviation of oppression is a holy endeavor. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “King of Kings” who shows us the way of true hope for all people. * Opening Hymn – “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” #154 Lighting of the First Advent Candle What Child is this, who, laid to rest, On Mary’s lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping? Reader 1: The nature of humanity seems to point to the need for a “savior,” especially when we feel things are out of control. People in the time of Jesus’ birth were no different. They hoped for a new reality of communal wellbeing in the midst of corruption and violence. Reader 2: Peace only existed by definition of the empire. The collaboration of religious and state authorities for the sake of the rich and the demise of the poor was a hard reality for most. Reader 1: We light this candle of Hope for those who need it most. (Light the First Purple Candle.) Reader 2: For all who search for a place to belong. Reader 1: For all who are frightened by imposing forces. Reader 2: For all whose future seems uncertain. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “For what do we hope in our time that will be ‘good news for ALL people?’” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is Christ the King who reigns with hope forever. This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary! Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with humility and hope. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us the true meaning of the kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. We pray in the name of the Child, the One Who Reigns in our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Lamentations 3:46-57, Luke 2:1-5 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “King of Kings” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” #211 vs 1-3, 6 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Take the Name of Jesus with You” #536 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude 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

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Luke 17:11-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fullness of Life”

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Luke 17:11-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fullness of Life”

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord., “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.” PEOPLE: Blessing and honor and glory and might be unto the Lamb! PASTOR: Worthy is Christ who has ransomed us by his blood from every tribe and tongue and nation and made his people a kingdom and priests to our God. PEOPLE: Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” #139 *Affirmation From 1 Timothy #889 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Opening Prayer – Christ the King #721 Almighty and Everlasting God, it is your will to restore all things to Christ, whom you have anointed priest forever and ruler of creation. Grant that all the people of the earth, now divided by the power of sin, may be united under the glorious and gentle rule of Jesus Christ, who lives and reins forever and ever. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Luke 17:11-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fullness of Life” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “His Name Is Wonderful” #174 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Covenant I #33 *Closing Hymn – “All Praise to Thee, for Thou, O King Divine” 166 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

November 23, 2025 Christ the King Sunday REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord., “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.” PEOPLE: Blessing and honor and glory and might be unto the Lamb! PASTOR: Worthy is Christ who has ransomed us by his blood from every tribe and tongue and nation and made his people a kingdom and priests to our God. PEOPLE: Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” #139 *Affirmation From 1 Timothy #889 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Opening Prayer – Christ the King #721 Almighty and Everlasting God, it is your will to restore all things to Christ, whom you have anointed priest forever and ruler of creation. Grant that all the people of the earth, now divided by the power of sin, may be united under the glorious and gentle rule of Jesus Christ, who lives and reins forever and ever. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Luke 17:11-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fullness of Life” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “His Name Is Wonderful” #174 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Covenant I #33 *Closing Hymn – “All Praise to Thee, for Thou, O King Divine” 166 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Children’s Chat

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Children’s Chat

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: We gather to worship our Lord PEOPLE: To worship an amazing Christ. PASTOR: Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. PEOPLE: There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; PASTOR: one Lord, one faith, one baptism; PEOPLE: one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. PASTOR: But to each one of us grace has been given PEOPLE: as Christ apportioned it. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “To God Be the Glory” #98 *Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Opening Prayer – Lord, help us to see and believe the best in one another, help us to be grateful for others, and grateful for the sacrifice Jesus made for us all. May we be unified and grateful for his grace. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Acts 2:44-47 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “What Unites Us” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Recognition of Our Veterans and Prayer Prayer Hymn – “There Is a Balm in Gilead” #375 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie that Binds” 557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: We gather to worship our Lord PEOPLE: To worship an amazing Christ. PASTOR: Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. PEOPLE: There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; PASTOR: one Lord, one faith, one baptism; PEOPLE: one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. PASTOR: But to each one of us grace has been given PEOPLE: as Christ apportioned it. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “To God Be the Glory” #98 *Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Opening Prayer – Lord, help us to see and believe the best in one another, help us to be grateful for others, and grateful for the sacrifice Jesus made for us all. May we be unified and grateful for his grace. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Acts 2:44-47 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “What Unites Us” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Recognition of Our Veterans and Prayer Prayer Hymn – “There Is a Balm in Gilead” #375 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie that Binds” 557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Scripture- Acts 2:44-47 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “What Unites Us”

November 16, 2025 Rev. Kendra Balliet Scripture- Acts 2:44-47 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “What Unites Us”

Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Gratitude’s Nemesis: The Grumble”

Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Gratitude’s Nemesis: The Grumble”

Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: We gather in the beautiful space PEOPLE: To worship an amazing God. PASTOR: Surrounded by art and craft made by hands like ours PEOPLE: To give praise to the source of all our gifts PASTOR: We are blessed to have this space to call our church home. PEOPLE: We are more blessed to be disciples of Jesus Christ our Lord. PASTOR: Let us worship in this place, giving praise to God PEOPLE: We will worship in joy and in truth. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “We Gather Together” #131 *Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 *Opening Prayer When the skies grow dark and buildings fall, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When deceivers come and the nations rise in anger, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When famines begin, and when the earth shakes to bring the future to birth, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When we take our stand to witness to your truth, when our people are arrested and betrayed, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When the sun is darkened and the moon fails to give us light, and when the stars fall from the sky, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When you come in your great power and glory with your angels from heaven: Then, Lord, gather us from the four winds— from the ends of the earth, to be with you for ever and ever. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Gratitude’s Nemesis: The Grumble” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Recognition of Our Veterans and Prayer Prayer Hymn – “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” #591 vs. 1-2, 4 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Count Your Blessings” Insert Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: We gather in the beautiful space PEOPLE: To worship an amazing God. PASTOR: Surrounded by art and craft made by hands like ours PEOPLE: To give praise to the source of all our gifts PASTOR: We are blessed to have this space to call our church home. PEOPLE: We are more blessed to be disciples of Jesus Christ our Lord. PASTOR: Let us worship in this place, giving praise to God PEOPLE: We will worship in joy and in truth. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “We Gather Together” #131 *Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 *Opening Prayer When the skies grow dark and buildings fall, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When deceivers come and the nations rise in anger, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When famines begin, and when the earth shakes to bring the future to birth, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When we take our stand to witness to your truth, when our people are arrested and betrayed, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When the sun is darkened and the moon fails to give us light, and when the stars fall from the sky, then hear us: have mercy on us, Lord. When you come in your great power and glory with your angels from heaven: Then, Lord, gather us from the four winds— from the ends of the earth, to be with you for ever and ever. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Gratitude’s Nemesis: The Grumble” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Recognition of Our Veterans and Prayer Prayer Hymn – “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” #591 vs. 1-2, 4 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Count Your Blessings” Insert Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Genesis 8:15-20 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fundamental Gratitude”

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Genesis 8:15-20 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fundamental Gratitude”

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS SPECIAL MUSIC - Stone Carillon Handbell Choir Tithes and Offering Offertory - Laudation - Brenda Austin (Bells) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS SPECIAL MUSIC - Stone Carillon Handbell Choir Tithes and Offering Offertory - Laudation - Brenda Austin (Bells) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS SPECIAL MUSIC - Stone Carillon Handbell Choir Prelude - March - G.F. Handel (Bells) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: The Bible tells us that God does not desire sacrifice for sacrifice's sake, but that He delights in our expression – PEOPLE: Our declared praise and adoration, which is an outward expression of what is in our hearts (Psalm 51:15-17). PASTOR: By choosing to practice gratitude, PEOPLE: We choose the grace that God has freely offered us and offer it freely back to him and others. * Opening Hymn – “Jesus the Very Thought of Thee” #175 *Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Prayer of Confession Lord let us live a grateful life, a meaningful life, and a life that breathes in and out the realities of your grace. Give us faith like the saints to hear you calling our name. Amen. Silently Confess Our Sins Words of Assurance Children’s Chat Scripture- Genesis 8:15-20 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fundamental Gratitude” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Laudation - Brenda Austin (Bells) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Prayer Hymn – “Rescue the Perishing” #591 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion (Remembering the Saints) *Closing Hymn – “Amazing Grace” #378 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Rapture On McKee - Paul Randall Keith The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in memory of Garald Stockton, Dick Minnis, and Bill Baker by their loving wives. 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

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS SPECIAL MUSIC - Stone Carillon Handbell Choir Prelude - March - G.F. Handel (Bells) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: The Bible tells us that God does not desire sacrifice for sacrifice's sake, but that He delights in our expression – PEOPLE: Our declared praise and adoration, which is an outward expression of what is in our hearts (Psalm 51:15-17). PASTOR: By choosing to practice gratitude, PEOPLE: We choose the grace that God has freely offered us and offer it freely back to him and others. * Opening Hymn – “Jesus the Very Thought of Thee” #175 *Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Prayer of Confession Lord let us live a grateful life, a meaningful life, and a life that breathes in and out the realities of your grace. Give us faith like the saints to hear you calling our name. Amen. Silently Confess Our Sins Words of Assurance Children’s Chat Scripture- Genesis 8:15-20 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Gratitude: Living a Life of Thankfulness” Message: “Fundamental Gratitude” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Laudation - Brenda Austin (Bells) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Prayer Hymn – “Rescue the Perishing” #591 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion (Remembering the Saints) *Closing Hymn – “Amazing Grace” #378 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Rapture On McKee - Paul Randall Keith The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in memory of Garald Stockton, Dick Minnis, and Bill Baker by their loving wives. 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

REV. KENDRA BALLIET Series: “The Changemakers” Message: “A Story about Creativity” Scripture- Luke 7:36-50 (CEB)

REV. KENDRA BALLIET Series: “The Changemakers” Message: “A Story about Creativity” Scripture- Luke 7:36-50 (CEB)

OCTOBER 19, 2025 NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: The world needs to change, a lot. There are so many things that need change, PEOPLE: and we can get overwhelmed, PASTOR: especially if we think that we need to make all of the change by ourselves. We need to remember that God is already at work. PEOPLE: God has been, and always will be, doing a new thing. PASTOR: We are called to show up and cooperate with what God is doing! We are the changemakers, and we are being made ready! PEOPLE: May we be changed by this time of worship! * Opening Hymn – “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” #384 *Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 ** Prayer of Confession Holy One, you are always at work in the world, and you call us to be a part of what you are doing. But all too often, we don’t see the creative opportunities that you have for us. We think too narrowly about what we can give, what we can do. We struggle to trust that you are at work within us as well. Forgive us. Forgive us for when we fail to see others. Forgive us for when we failed to trust. Forgive us for when we failed to risk vulnerability. Forgive us, and change us again. Remake us as the people who cooperate with your Spirit. Remake us as the Body of Christ, that we would work for the healing of the world. Amen. Silently Confess Our Sins Words of Assurance Children’s Chat Scripture- Luke 7:36-50 (CEB) Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “The Changemakers” Message: “A Story about Creativity” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Let Us Be Makers” Insert [sung to the tune of “Blessed Assurance”] Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “The Summons” TFWS#2130 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude