Stone United Methodist Church

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “I Will Call Upon the Lord” Message: “God Knows My Name”

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “I Will Call Upon the Lord” Message: “God Knows My Name”

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Andantino-Adolph Fredrick Hesse *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Andantino-Adolph Fredrick Hesse *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Deep River-Anthony Giamanco Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Wherever you go, from the top of the highest mountain or into the deep abysses of the earth, God knows you. PEOPLE: Wherever we go, God knows our name. PASTOR: Whatever you do, from the time you wake up until you lay your head down again, God knows you. PEOPLE: Whatever we do, God knows our name. PASTOR: However you live, from your inner thoughts to your public acts and everything in between, God knows you. PEOPLE: However we live, God knows our name. PASTOR: We gather to worship God, who loves us, knows us, and calls us by name. PEOPLE: We gather to worship God, for we are fearfully and wonderfully made by God who knows our name! * Opening Hymn – “Jesus Loves Me” #191 ** Prayer of Confession Holy God, we confess that we do not always love our neighbor. We confess that we have despised others, even to the point of hatred. We confess that we have been hurt by others. We confess that forgiveness and reconciliation at times are just impossible for us. We know that nothing is impossible in You. We come to You, seeking healing and wholeness for us. Help us, whenever possible, to live in peace with others, to seek reconciliation and healing and forgiveness. For Your Son came and lived among us, was betrayed and denied, abused and put to death. He rose again and came with the message of peace to those who had denied him and abandoned him. May we walk in his ways. Amen. Silently Confess Our Sins Assurance of Pardon For nothing is impossible with God. There is no place you can go, no end of the earth you can run, where God cannot find you. There is nothing on earth or beyond death that can separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. You are forgiven. You are loved. You are reconciled to God. Go and live with the love of God. Amen. *The Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “I Will Call Upon the Lord” Message: “God Knows My Name” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Andantino-Adolph Fredrick Hesse *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Praise to the Lord” #139 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “Since Jesus Came Into My Heart” TFWS#2140 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -Christ Whose Glory Fills the Skies-Denis Janzer 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

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Deep River-Anthony Giamanco Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Wherever you go, from the top of the highest mountain or into the deep abysses of the earth, God knows you. PEOPLE: Wherever we go, God knows our name. PASTOR: Whatever you do, from the time you wake up until you lay your head down again, God knows you. PEOPLE: Whatever we do, God knows our name. PASTOR: However you live, from your inner thoughts to your public acts and everything in between, God knows you. PEOPLE: However we live, God knows our name. PASTOR: We gather to worship God, who loves us, knows us, and calls us by name. PEOPLE: We gather to worship God, for we are fearfully and wonderfully made by God who knows our name! * Opening Hymn – “Jesus Loves Me” #191 ** Prayer of Confession Holy God, we confess that we do not always love our neighbor. We confess that we have despised others, even to the point of hatred. We confess that we have been hurt by others. We confess that forgiveness and reconciliation at times are just impossible for us. We know that nothing is impossible in You. We come to You, seeking healing and wholeness for us. Help us, whenever possible, to live in peace with others, to seek reconciliation and healing and forgiveness. For Your Son came and lived among us, was betrayed and denied, abused and put to death. He rose again and came with the message of peace to those who had denied him and abandoned him. May we walk in his ways. Amen. Silently Confess Our Sins Assurance of Pardon For nothing is impossible with God. There is no place you can go, no end of the earth you can run, where God cannot find you. There is nothing on earth or beyond death that can separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. You are forgiven. You are loved. You are reconciled to God. Go and live with the love of God. Amen. *The Apostles’ Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “I Will Call Upon the Lord” Message: “God Knows My Name” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Andantino-Adolph Fredrick Hesse *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Praise to the Lord” #139 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “Since Jesus Came Into My Heart” TFWS#2140 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -Christ Whose Glory Fills the Skies-Denis Janzer 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

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Rhosymedre-Ralph Vaughn Williams Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, when we witness the needs of strangers and listen to the struggles of our friends, remember: PEOPLE: Let mutual love continue. PASTOR: When we hear the struggles of those in prison and recognize the suffering of people near and far, remember: PEOPLE: Let mutual love continue. PASTOR: When temptations to hoard more money, more power, and more influence surround us on every side, remember: PEOPLE: Let mutual love continue. PASTOR: As we gather for worship, remember: God is here among us, surrounding us with love and forming us to live in love everywhere we go. PEOPLE: We choose to cooperate with God’s love today and every day so that mutual love will continue wherever we go and whatever we do. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Marching to Zion” #733 ** Prayer of Confession Knowing that our God journeys with us in our confusion, our doubts, our failings, our struggles, we now come humbly before God to ask for mercy. For the times we fail to offer hospitality to those in our world who suffer injustice, oppression, and poverty, we pray: God, have mercy on us and your people. For the times we lack courage to address the causes of injustice, oppression, and poverty, we pray to our God: God, have mercy on us and on your people. For the times we give in to despair and resignation when confronted with the injustice of our world, we pray to our God: God, have mercy on us and on your people. For the times we allow our fears to triumph over the call to solidarity, we pray to our God: God, have mercy on us and on your people. Merciful God, receive our petitions. Heal the brokenness in our hearts and in our world caused by injustice, indifference, selfishness, and fear. Open our hearts to hear the cries of your suffering people. Support us as we seek to respond in mutual love and hospitality. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 13:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Let Mutual Love Continue” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Prelude-W. A. Mozart *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Make Me a Servant” TFWS #2176 Sung 2x Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” #110 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Minuet Finale-G. F. Handel The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 56th wedding anniversary of Glenn & Janet Humes. 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

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Rhosymedre-Ralph Vaughn Williams Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, when we witness the needs of strangers and listen to the struggles of our friends, remember: PEOPLE: Let mutual love continue. PASTOR: When we hear the struggles of those in prison and recognize the suffering of people near and far, remember: PEOPLE: Let mutual love continue. PASTOR: When temptations to hoard more money, more power, and more influence surround us on every side, remember: PEOPLE: Let mutual love continue. PASTOR: As we gather for worship, remember: God is here among us, surrounding us with love and forming us to live in love everywhere we go. PEOPLE: We choose to cooperate with God’s love today and every day so that mutual love will continue wherever we go and whatever we do. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Marching to Zion” #733 ** Prayer of Confession Knowing that our God journeys with us in our confusion, our doubts, our failings, our struggles, we now come humbly before God to ask for mercy. For the times we fail to offer hospitality to those in our world who suffer injustice, oppression, and poverty, we pray: God, have mercy on us and your people. For the times we lack courage to address the causes of injustice, oppression, and poverty, we pray to our God: God, have mercy on us and on your people. For the times we give in to despair and resignation when confronted with the injustice of our world, we pray to our God: God, have mercy on us and on your people. For the times we allow our fears to triumph over the call to solidarity, we pray to our God: God, have mercy on us and on your people. Merciful God, receive our petitions. Heal the brokenness in our hearts and in our world caused by injustice, indifference, selfishness, and fear. Open our hearts to hear the cries of your suffering people. Support us as we seek to respond in mutual love and hospitality. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 13:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Let Mutual Love Continue” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Prelude-W. A. Mozart *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Make Me a Servant” TFWS #2176 Sung 2x Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” #110 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Minuet Finale-G. F. Handel The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 56th wedding anniversary of Glenn & Janet Humes. 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

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 13:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Let Mutual Love Continue”

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 13:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Let Mutual Love Continue”

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 13:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Let Mutual Love Continue”

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 13:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Let Mutual Love Continue”

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Prelude-W. A. Mozart *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 31, 2025 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Prelude-W. A. Mozart *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, we gather today to encounter God. PEOPLE: We do not come expecting to be terrified or dismayed but to be welcomed and embraced. PASTOR: We gather today to witness the gospel at work among us. PEOPLE: We come to join the assembly of the kingdom of God, to learn to live out God’s kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. PASTOR: We gather today to declare our faith in God’s unshakeable kingdom. PEOPLE: We come with grateful hearts, trusting in the secure foundation of God’s steadfast love at work among us. Thanks be to God! * Opening Hymn – “Awesome God” TFWS #2040 Sung 2x ** Prayer of Intercession Listening God, Hear our prayers as we come before you. Hear the ones who are crying with pain in their heart. Hear the ones who are weeping with grief long into the night. Hear the ones who are sobbing in their loneliness. Heal their pain. Restore their lives. Mend their broken hearts. Lead us through the dark valleys and troublesome times. Lead us to our home with you. Teach us to listen to your voice, that we may hear the cry of the needy and respond. Teach us to love that we may offer care that brings others to you for healing. Teach us to lead, with your vision so that we lead others home in you. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “My Hope Is Built” #368 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Pisgah - Dale Wood **This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit.** The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Jim & Carolyn Turnbull. 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

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, we gather today to encounter God. PEOPLE: We do not come expecting to be terrified or dismayed but to be welcomed and embraced. PASTOR: We gather today to witness the gospel at work among us. PEOPLE: We come to join the assembly of the kingdom of God, to learn to live out God’s kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. PASTOR: We gather today to declare our faith in God’s unshakeable kingdom. PEOPLE: We come with grateful hearts, trusting in the secure foundation of God’s steadfast love at work among us. Thanks be to God! * Opening Hymn – “Awesome God” TFWS #2040 Sung 2x ** Prayer of Intercession Listening God, Hear our prayers as we come before you. Hear the ones who are crying with pain in their heart. Hear the ones who are weeping with grief long into the night. Hear the ones who are sobbing in their loneliness. Heal their pain. Restore their lives. Mend their broken hearts. Lead us through the dark valleys and troublesome times. Lead us to our home with you. Teach us to listen to your voice, that we may hear the cry of the needy and respond. Teach us to love that we may offer care that brings others to you for healing. Teach us to lead, with your vision so that we lead others home in you. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “My Hope Is Built” #368 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Pisgah - Dale Wood **This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit.** The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Jim & Carolyn Turnbull. 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

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken”

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken”

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, we gather today to encounter God. PEOPLE: We do not come expecting to be terrified or dismayed but to be welcomed and embraced. PASTOR: We gather today to witness the gospel at work among us. PEOPLE: We come to join the assembly of the kingdom of God, to learn to live out God’s kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. PASTOR: We gather today to declare our faith in God’s unshakeable kingdom. PEOPLE: We come with grateful hearts, trusting in the secure foundation of God’s steadfast love at work among us. Thanks be to God! * Opening Hymn – “Awesome God” TFWS #2040 Sung 2x ** Prayer of Intercession Listening God, Hear our prayers as we come before you. Hear the ones who are crying with pain in their heart. Hear the ones who are weeping with grief long into the night. Hear the ones who are sobbing in their loneliness. Heal their pain. Restore their lives. Mend their broken hearts. Lead us through the dark valleys and troublesome times. Lead us to our home with you. Teach us to listen to your voice, that we may hear the cry of the needy and respond. Teach us to love that we may offer care that brings others to you for healing. Teach us to lead, with your vision so that we lead others home in you. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “My Hope Is Built” #368 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Pisgah - Dale Wood **This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit.** The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Jim & Carolyn Turnbull. 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

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, we gather today to encounter God. PEOPLE: We do not come expecting to be terrified or dismayed but to be welcomed and embraced. PASTOR: We gather today to witness the gospel at work among us. PEOPLE: We come to join the assembly of the kingdom of God, to learn to live out God’s kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. PASTOR: We gather today to declare our faith in God’s unshakeable kingdom. PEOPLE: We come with grateful hearts, trusting in the secure foundation of God’s steadfast love at work among us. Thanks be to God! * Opening Hymn – “Awesome God” TFWS #2040 Sung 2x ** Prayer of Intercession Listening God, Hear our prayers as we come before you. Hear the ones who are crying with pain in their heart. Hear the ones who are weeping with grief long into the night. Hear the ones who are sobbing in their loneliness. Heal their pain. Restore their lives. Mend their broken hearts. Lead us through the dark valleys and troublesome times. Lead us to our home with you. Teach us to listen to your voice, that we may hear the cry of the needy and respond. Teach us to love that we may offer care that brings others to you for healing. Teach us to lead, with your vision so that we lead others home in you. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “My Hope Is Built” #368 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Pisgah - Dale Wood **This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit.** The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Jim & Carolyn Turnbull. 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

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, we gather today to encounter God. PEOPLE: We do not come expecting to be terrified or dismayed but to be welcomed and embraced. PASTOR: We gather today to witness the gospel at work among us. PEOPLE: We come to join the assembly of the kingdom of God, to learn to live out God’s kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. PASTOR: We gather today to declare our faith in God’s unshakeable kingdom. PEOPLE: We come with grateful hearts, trusting in the secure foundation of God’s steadfast love at work among us. Thanks be to God! * Opening Hymn – “Awesome God” TFWS #2040 Sung 2x ** Prayer of Intercession Listening God, Hear our prayers as we come before you. Hear the ones who are crying with pain in their heart. Hear the ones who are weeping with grief long into the night. Hear the ones who are sobbing in their loneliness. Heal their pain. Restore their lives. Mend their broken hearts. Lead us through the dark valleys and troublesome times. Lead us to our home with you. Teach us to listen to your voice, that we may hear the cry of the needy and respond. Teach us to love that we may offer care that brings others to you for healing. Teach us to lead, with your vision so that we lead others home in you. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “My Hope Is Built” #368 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Pisgah - Dale Wood **This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit.** The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Jim & Carolyn Turnbull. 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

AUGUST 24, 2025 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Arr. Diane Bish Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, we gather today to encounter God. PEOPLE: We do not come expecting to be terrified or dismayed but to be welcomed and embraced. PASTOR: We gather today to witness the gospel at work among us. PEOPLE: We come to join the assembly of the kingdom of God, to learn to live out God’s kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. PASTOR: We gather today to declare our faith in God’s unshakeable kingdom. PEOPLE: We come with grateful hearts, trusting in the secure foundation of God’s steadfast love at work among us. Thanks be to God! * Opening Hymn – “Awesome God” TFWS #2040 Sung 2x ** Prayer of Intercession Listening God, Hear our prayers as we come before you. Hear the ones who are crying with pain in their heart. Hear the ones who are weeping with grief long into the night. Hear the ones who are sobbing in their loneliness. Heal their pain. Restore their lives. Mend their broken hearts. Lead us through the dark valleys and troublesome times. Lead us to our home with you. Teach us to listen to your voice, that we may hear the cry of the needy and respond. Teach us to love that we may offer care that brings others to you for healing. Teach us to lead, with your vision so that we lead others home in you. Amen. *The World Methodist Social Affirmation #886 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 12:18-29 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Cannot Be Shaken” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Interlude - Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “My Hope Is Built” #368 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Pisgah - Dale Wood **This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit.** The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Jim & Carolyn Turnbull. 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

AUGUST 17, 2025 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

AUGUST 17, 2025 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

AUGUST 17, 2025 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “For the Sake of Joy”

AUGUST 17, 2025 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “For the Sake of Joy”

AUGUST 17, 2025 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Praludium - Carl August Kern *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 17, 2025 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Praludium - Carl August Kern *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 10, 2025 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS JONATHAN HELMREICH - TROMBONE Prelude - Simple Gifts - Lloyd Conley (Jim Ross-piano, Jonathan Helmreich-trombone) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Beloved, we gather today as inheritors of faith in God’s salvific work, a faith handed down to us over generations that we claim and proclaim today in this community. People: By faith, we follow God’s call as we journey toward a better country. Pastor: By faith, our grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, neighbors, and friends shared God’s love with us, a love that longs to draw us all as members of the Body of Christ. People: By faith, we follow God’s call as we journey toward a better country. Pastor: By faith, we remember the story today, the story of God’s desire for all creation to be reconciled to God and one another. People: By faith, we follow God’s call as we journey toward a better country. Pastor: By faith, we carry the faith forward, building a community of belonging, provision, and care as we journey with God toward a better country. People: By faith, we gather to nourish and encourage one another on the journey toward a better country as we build God’s already-but-not-yet kingdom here and now. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “To God Be the Glory” #98 ** Prayer of Confession God of Abraham and Sarah, God of Jesus Christ, God of our mothers and fathers, you are a God who acts in history. Yet we confess that we are too busy with our own lives to perceive you at work in our time. We fall into fear and despair about our troubled world, as if you had no care for us. Forgive our lack of faith and help us to join you as you labor to bring new life on earth; in the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen. *Affirmation From Romans 8:35, 37-39 #887 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 11:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Desire a Better Country” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Joshua Fit The Battle of Jericho - Bill Pierce (Jim Ross-piano, Jonathan Helmreich-trombone) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Rock of Ages” #361 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “I Know Whom I Have Believed” #714 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Trumpet Fantasy - Craig Phillips The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in memory of my classmate Billy Baker by Joyce Minnis. 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

AUGUST 10, 2025 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS JONATHAN HELMREICH - TROMBONE Prelude - Simple Gifts - Lloyd Conley (Jim Ross-piano, Jonathan Helmreich-trombone) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Beloved, we gather today as inheritors of faith in God’s salvific work, a faith handed down to us over generations that we claim and proclaim today in this community. People: By faith, we follow God’s call as we journey toward a better country. Pastor: By faith, our grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, neighbors, and friends shared God’s love with us, a love that longs to draw us all as members of the Body of Christ. People: By faith, we follow God’s call as we journey toward a better country. Pastor: By faith, we remember the story today, the story of God’s desire for all creation to be reconciled to God and one another. People: By faith, we follow God’s call as we journey toward a better country. Pastor: By faith, we carry the faith forward, building a community of belonging, provision, and care as we journey with God toward a better country. People: By faith, we gather to nourish and encourage one another on the journey toward a better country as we build God’s already-but-not-yet kingdom here and now. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “To God Be the Glory” #98 ** Prayer of Confession God of Abraham and Sarah, God of Jesus Christ, God of our mothers and fathers, you are a God who acts in history. Yet we confess that we are too busy with our own lives to perceive you at work in our time. We fall into fear and despair about our troubled world, as if you had no care for us. Forgive our lack of faith and help us to join you as you labor to bring new life on earth; in the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen. *Affirmation From Romans 8:35, 37-39 #887 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Hebrews 11:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Desire a Better Country” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Joshua Fit The Battle of Jericho - Bill Pierce (Jim Ross-piano, Jonathan Helmreich-trombone) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Rock of Ages” #361 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “I Know Whom I Have Believed” #714 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Trumpet Fantasy - Craig Phillips The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in memory of my classmate Billy Baker by Joyce Minnis. 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

AUGUST 10, 2025 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 11:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Desire a Better Country”

AUGUST 10, 2025 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture – Hebrews 11:1-16 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Desire a Better Country”

AUGUST 10, 2025 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Joshua Fit The Battle of Jericho - Bill Pierce (Jim Ross-piano, Jonathan Helmreich-trombone) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 10, 2025 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Joshua Fit The Battle of Jericho - Bill Pierce (Jim Ross-piano, Jonathan Helmreich-trombone) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - Meditation on Liebster Jesu - Joseph Clokey Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Children of God, we gather as people who have received new life in Jesus Christ. People: We come to set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. Pastor: The world tries to distract us with anxious rumors, worrisome lies, and misleading half-truths. People: We come to set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. Pastor: In this place, we gather to remind, remember, and renew our commitment to dwell in the love of Christ. People: We come to set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. Pastor: Children of God, come! Let us worship God, who clothes us in new life and renews us in grace. People: Come, let us worship as we set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. * Opening Hymn – “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” TFWS #2129 *Prayer of Confession God of glory, you sent Jesus among us as the light of the world, to reveal your love for all people. We confess that our sin and pride hide the brightness of your light. We turn away from the poor; we ignore cries for justice; we do not strive for peace. Forgive us, God. In your mercy, cleanse us of our sin, and renew us once again with your Spirit, so that, as forgiven and renewed people, we may reflect the love and life of Jesus Christ into our world. Assurance of Pardon Our God is a God of grace and mercy and love; know that our sins have been forgiven. May we be strengthened in all goodness. Since we have been raised with Christ, let us seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Thanks be to God. Amen. *Apostles Creed UMH #881 *Glory Be to the Father UMH #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Colossians 3:1-3 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God” Message: “Set Your Mind” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Sandell - Dale Wood *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH#94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” UMH#369 vs 1, 4-6 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion UMH p. 13 *Closing Hymn – “Seek Ye First” UMH #405 Action Steps and Benediction Reflecting and Sharing Prompt: How does worshiping in this community help you set your mind on things above? Postlude - Rejoice, The Lord is King - John Innes 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

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - Meditation on Liebster Jesu - Joseph Clokey Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Children of God, we gather as people who have received new life in Jesus Christ. People: We come to set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. Pastor: The world tries to distract us with anxious rumors, worrisome lies, and misleading half-truths. People: We come to set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. Pastor: In this place, we gather to remind, remember, and renew our commitment to dwell in the love of Christ. People: We come to set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. Pastor: Children of God, come! Let us worship God, who clothes us in new life and renews us in grace. People: Come, let us worship as we set our minds on Christ, who surrounds us in love. * Opening Hymn – “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” TFWS #2129 *Prayer of Confession God of glory, you sent Jesus among us as the light of the world, to reveal your love for all people. We confess that our sin and pride hide the brightness of your light. We turn away from the poor; we ignore cries for justice; we do not strive for peace. Forgive us, God. In your mercy, cleanse us of our sin, and renew us once again with your Spirit, so that, as forgiven and renewed people, we may reflect the love and life of Jesus Christ into our world. Assurance of Pardon Our God is a God of grace and mercy and love; know that our sins have been forgiven. May we be strengthened in all goodness. Since we have been raised with Christ, let us seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Thanks be to God. Amen. *Apostles Creed UMH #881 *Glory Be to the Father UMH #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Colossians 3:1-3 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God” Message: “Set Your Mind” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Sandell - Dale Wood *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH#94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” UMH#369 vs 1, 4-6 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion UMH p. 13 *Closing Hymn – “Seek Ye First” UMH #405 Action Steps and Benediction Reflecting and Sharing Prompt: How does worshiping in this community help you set your mind on things above? Postlude - Rejoice, The Lord is King - John Innes 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

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET Children’s Chat

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET Children’s Chat

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Sandell - Dale Wood *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH#94

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Sandell - Dale Wood *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH#94

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Scripture – Colossians 3:1-3 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God” Message: “Set Your Mind”

AUGUST 3, 2025 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Scripture – Colossians 3:1-3 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Dear Children of God” Message: “Set Your Mind”

JULY 27, 2025 SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude – Prelude Pastoral – Leon Boellmann Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Children of God, when the journey ahead seems long and hard, full of unknown dangers and all-too-real risks, remember: People: Keep the faith. God, who made us alive, is our Guardian and Guide. Pastor: When the voices on the side of the road tempt us with their misinformation full of unearned certainty, simple solutions, and quickness to blame and shame those who disagree with them, remember: People: Stay the course. God, who made us alive, is our Wisdom and Judge. Pastor: When those in power place barriers in our way, making it harder to share the love of God in our communities, trying to convince us it is easier to do nothing than remain firm in God’s call to act for the flourishing of all our neighbors, remember: People: Do not be afraid. God, who made us alive, is our Strength and our Advocate. Pastor: Children of God, come! Let us worship God, whose persistent love empowers us to persevere, to stay the course, to live by faith and not fear. People: Come, let us worship God, who makes us alive, through grace to love and serve God and one another. * Opening Hymn – “Blessed Assurance” #369 *Prayer of Intercession Just God, we sense your anger at the injustice that thrives in the world. We share your grief at the discord that rages among your children, the rejection of those who bear your image, and the oppression of those you know by name. We turn toward you for strength and guidance to turn away from the norms of this world, the lure of self-righteousness, and the appeal of comfort over justice. Embolden us to believe that another world is possible and empower us to participate in its creation. Amen. *Apostles Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Colossians 2:6-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Sermon Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Made You Alive” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Eucharistic Hymn – Samuel Walter *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” #400 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “The Church’s One Foundation” #545 Action Steps and Benediction Reflecting and Sharing Prompt: How have you encountered God in the fullness of who you are—body, mind, and spirit—in this church community? Postlude – Trumpet Tune – Domenico Gabrieli The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of Jessica Finney’s birthday by Anne & Bob Finney. 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 27, 2025 SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude – Prelude Pastoral – Leon Boellmann Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Children of God, when the journey ahead seems long and hard, full of unknown dangers and all-too-real risks, remember: People: Keep the faith. God, who made us alive, is our Guardian and Guide. Pastor: When the voices on the side of the road tempt us with their misinformation full of unearned certainty, simple solutions, and quickness to blame and shame those who disagree with them, remember: People: Stay the course. God, who made us alive, is our Wisdom and Judge. Pastor: When those in power place barriers in our way, making it harder to share the love of God in our communities, trying to convince us it is easier to do nothing than remain firm in God’s call to act for the flourishing of all our neighbors, remember: People: Do not be afraid. God, who made us alive, is our Strength and our Advocate. Pastor: Children of God, come! Let us worship God, whose persistent love empowers us to persevere, to stay the course, to live by faith and not fear. People: Come, let us worship God, who makes us alive, through grace to love and serve God and one another. * Opening Hymn – “Blessed Assurance” #369 *Prayer of Intercession Just God, we sense your anger at the injustice that thrives in the world. We share your grief at the discord that rages among your children, the rejection of those who bear your image, and the oppression of those you know by name. We turn toward you for strength and guidance to turn away from the norms of this world, the lure of self-righteousness, and the appeal of comfort over justice. Embolden us to believe that another world is possible and empower us to participate in its creation. Amen. *Apostles Creed #881 *Glory Be to the Father #70 Children’s Chat Scripture – Colossians 2:6-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Sermon Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Made You Alive” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Eucharistic Hymn – Samuel Walter *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” #400 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “The Church’s One Foundation” #545 Action Steps and Benediction Reflecting and Sharing Prompt: How have you encountered God in the fullness of who you are—body, mind, and spirit—in this church community? Postlude – Trumpet Tune – Domenico Gabrieli The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in honor of Jessica Finney’s birthday by Anne & Bob Finney. 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 27, 2025 SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST REV. KENDRA L. BALLIET Scripture – Colossians 2:6-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Sermon Series: “Dear Children of God,” Message: “Made You Alive”