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FEBRUARY 15, 2026 TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - Lord, You I Love With All My Heart - Paul Manz Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: On this Transfiguration Sunday, we gather on the mountaintop with Jesus, wondering what we will encounter. PEOPLE: We come to encounter God’s glory revealed. PASTOR: We witness the revelation of Christ’s divinity made plain before us. PEOPLE: We come to witness God’s glory revealed. PASTOR: We remember that God’s glory is not about spectacle but truth, not about show but about Love made real among us. PEOPLE: We come to remember God’s glory revealed. PASTOR: We follow Jesus down from the mountaintop into the valleys, as God’s glory goes before us and behind us. PEOPLE: We come to be sent out to share God’s glory revealed. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Majesty, Worship His Majesty” #176 *Affirmation of Faith – Nicene Creed #880 *Gloria Patri #70 Opening Prayer Radiant God, we come to you on the mountaintop to experience your glory. You come to us in the valleys. We meet you in gladness in a place where heaven and earth collide. May our worship of you encourage us on the journey and make us aspire to reflect your kingdom in the world. Transform us and keep us near to you. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- 2 Peter 1:16-21 and Matthew 17:1-9 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Shining with the Glory” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Verset - Leon Boellman *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” #349 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Every Time I Feel the Spirit” #404 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Jubilation - James Denton 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

FEBRUARY 15, 2026 TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - Lord, You I Love With All My Heart - Paul Manz Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: On this Transfiguration Sunday, we gather on the mountaintop with Jesus, wondering what we will encounter. PEOPLE: We come to encounter God’s glory revealed. PASTOR: We witness the revelation of Christ’s divinity made plain before us. PEOPLE: We come to witness God’s glory revealed. PASTOR: We remember that God’s glory is not about spectacle but truth, not about show but about Love made real among us. PEOPLE: We come to remember God’s glory revealed. PASTOR: We follow Jesus down from the mountaintop into the valleys, as God’s glory goes before us and behind us. PEOPLE: We come to be sent out to share God’s glory revealed. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Majesty, Worship His Majesty” #176 *Affirmation of Faith – Nicene Creed #880 *Gloria Patri #70 Opening Prayer Radiant God, we come to you on the mountaintop to experience your glory. You come to us in the valleys. We meet you in gladness in a place where heaven and earth collide. May our worship of you encourage us on the journey and make us aspire to reflect your kingdom in the world. Transform us and keep us near to you. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- 2 Peter 1:16-21 and Matthew 17:1-9 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Shining with the Glory” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Verset - Leon Boellman *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” #349 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Every Time I Feel the Spirit” #404 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Jubilation - James Denton 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

FEBRUARY 15, 2026 TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Verset - Leon Boellman *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

FEBRUARY 15, 2026 TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Verset - Leon Boellman *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

FEBRUARY 15, 2026 TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- 2 Peter 1:16-21 and Matthew 17:1-9 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Shining with the Glory”

FEBRUARY 15, 2026 TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- 2 Peter 1:16-21 and Matthew 17:1-9 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Shining with the Glory”

EBRUARY 8, 2026 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY GUEST SPEAKER: KURT CRAYS, ERIE UNITED METHODIST ALLIANCE CFO ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - Partita on Hymn to Joy - Charles Callhan Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship LEADER:People of God, why are you here? PEOPLE: We gather to worship with our hearts and our lives. LEADER: People of God, who do you worship? PEOPLE: We worship God, who loves us and teaches us to love. LEADER: People of God, how do you worship? PEOPLE: We worship God by breaking the bonds of injustice and freeing the oppressed. LEADER: People of God, come, let us worship God, whose glory surrounds us! PEOPLE: May our worship demonstrate God’s glory in our neighborhood, community, and the whole earth. * Opening Hymn – “For the Healing of the Nations” #428 *Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 *Gloria Patri #70 Opening Prayer God of compassion and justice, the worship you choose for us is to loose the bonds of injustice, to let the oppressed go free, to share bread with the hungry, to shelter the homeless poor. Then your light shall break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up quickly. So, in praise and wonder, we come to worship you not just with our words but with our hearts and our lives. Glory and honor be to you, O God, Creator of a new heaven and a new earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Micah 6:1-8 Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: What Does the Lord Require? Tithes and Offering Offertory - Consecration - Roger C. Wilson *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Presentation of Love – Making homelessness rare, brief, and one-time—Just as Jesus would. Josh Henry – Director, EUMA’s Shelter Area Meadville (SAM) Kurt Crays – CFO, Erie United Methodist Alliance (EUMA) *Closing Hymn – “Christ for the World We Sing”#568 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise - Michael Burkhardt 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

EBRUARY 8, 2026 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY GUEST SPEAKER: KURT CRAYS, ERIE UNITED METHODIST ALLIANCE CFO ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - Partita on Hymn to Joy - Charles Callhan Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship LEADER:People of God, why are you here? PEOPLE: We gather to worship with our hearts and our lives. LEADER: People of God, who do you worship? PEOPLE: We worship God, who loves us and teaches us to love. LEADER: People of God, how do you worship? PEOPLE: We worship God by breaking the bonds of injustice and freeing the oppressed. LEADER: People of God, come, let us worship God, whose glory surrounds us! PEOPLE: May our worship demonstrate God’s glory in our neighborhood, community, and the whole earth. * Opening Hymn – “For the Healing of the Nations” #428 *Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 *Gloria Patri #70 Opening Prayer God of compassion and justice, the worship you choose for us is to loose the bonds of injustice, to let the oppressed go free, to share bread with the hungry, to shelter the homeless poor. Then your light shall break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up quickly. So, in praise and wonder, we come to worship you not just with our words but with our hearts and our lives. Glory and honor be to you, O God, Creator of a new heaven and a new earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Micah 6:1-8 Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: What Does the Lord Require? Tithes and Offering Offertory - Consecration - Roger C. Wilson *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” #557 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Presentation of Love – Making homelessness rare, brief, and one-time—Just as Jesus would. Josh Henry – Director, EUMA’s Shelter Area Meadville (SAM) Kurt Crays – CFO, Erie United Methodist Alliance (EUMA) *Closing Hymn – “Christ for the World We Sing”#568 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise - Michael Burkhardt 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

FEBRUARY 8, 2026 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY GUEST SPEAKER: KURT CRAYS, ERIE UNITED METHODIST ALLIANCE CFO Scripture- Micah 6:1-8 Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: What Does the Lord Require?

FEBRUARY 8, 2026 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY GUEST SPEAKER: KURT CRAYS, ERIE UNITED METHODIST ALLIANCE CFO Scripture- Micah 6:1-8 Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: What Does the Lord Require?

February 1, 2026 Children’s Chat

February 1, 2026 Children’s Chat

February 1, 2026 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship LEADER: Beloved, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: In our life together as the body of Christ, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: When we share the good news with all creation, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: Come, let us worship God with justice, kindness, and humility! PEOPLE: We come to worship God with our voices and our lives. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Christ for the World We Sing” #568 *Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 *Gloria Patri #70 Prayer of Confession Micah reminds us that our prayers, fasting, and pious ritual must be lived out in compassion and justice: When we forget the fast you desire— To do justice, and rise up for the powerless: Lord, have mercy. When we forget the prayer you love— To show compassion and care for those in need: Christ, have mercy. When we forget the rituals you require— To create relationships of righteousness and peace: Lord have mercy. Assurance of Grace and Peace Friends, the love of God revealed in Jesus forgives us, heals us, and sets us free to rebuild, restore, and raise up foundations for new generations. Amen. Assurance of Pardon Children’s Chat Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 and Matthew 5:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “The Blessings of Christ” Rev. Alan Morrison Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Give Thanks” #2036 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Let There Be Peace on Earth” #431 Action Steps and Benediction

February 1, 2026 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship LEADER: Beloved, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: In our life together as the body of Christ, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: When we share the good news with all creation, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: Come, let us worship God with justice, kindness, and humility! PEOPLE: We come to worship God with our voices and our lives. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Christ for the World We Sing” #568 *Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 *Gloria Patri #70 Prayer of Confession Micah reminds us that our prayers, fasting, and pious ritual must be lived out in compassion and justice: When we forget the fast you desire— To do justice, and rise up for the powerless: Lord, have mercy. When we forget the prayer you love— To show compassion and care for those in need: Christ, have mercy. When we forget the rituals you require— To create relationships of righteousness and peace: Lord have mercy. Assurance of Grace and Peace Friends, the love of God revealed in Jesus forgives us, heals us, and sets us free to rebuild, restore, and raise up foundations for new generations. Amen. Assurance of Pardon Children’s Chat Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 and Matthew 5:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “The Blessings of Christ” Rev. Alan Morrison Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Give Thanks” #2036 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Let There Be Peace on Earth” #431 Action Steps and Benediction

February 1, 2026 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

February 1, 2026 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

February 1, 2026 Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 and Matthew 5:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “The Blessings of Christ” Rev. Alan Morrison Tithes and Offering

February 1, 2026 Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 and Matthew 5:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “The Blessings of Christ” Rev. Alan Morrison Tithes and Offering

January 25, 2026 Third Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, when fears press in on every side, we can proclaim with confidence: PEOPLE: God is our light and salvation! Whom shall we fear? PASTOR: When our problems overwhelm us and we feel pressed in on every side, we can declare with confidence: PEOPLE: God is the stronghold of our lives! Of whom shall we be afraid? PASTOR: No matter the troubles we face, we seek after God and to live in the house of God forever. PEOPLE: God shelters and protects us in the day of trouble. PASTOR: Come, let us worship God with joy, for God is our light and salvation! PEOPLE: We come to worship as bearers of the Light. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Lord of the Dance” #261 *Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 Gloria Patri #70 *Opening Prayer Holy Christ, we come to You knowing that we have fallen away from your intentions for us. We have followed the paths of greed and envy, turned away from our brothers and sisters in need in order to satisfy our own desires. You gave your life for us, and yet we are willing to give so little at times. Forgive us for not understanding that You laid down your life for us. Forgive us for not recognizing the sacrifice of love, to live for others instead of ourselves. Call us back to repent and return to the kingdom of God. In your precious name, we pray. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 and Matthew 4:12-23 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “O How He Loves You and Me” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore” #344 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “O How He Loves You and Me” #2108 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

January 25, 2026 Third Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, when fears press in on every side, we can proclaim with confidence: PEOPLE: God is our light and salvation! Whom shall we fear? PASTOR: When our problems overwhelm us and we feel pressed in on every side, we can declare with confidence: PEOPLE: God is the stronghold of our lives! Of whom shall we be afraid? PASTOR: No matter the troubles we face, we seek after God and to live in the house of God forever. PEOPLE: God shelters and protects us in the day of trouble. PASTOR: Come, let us worship God with joy, for God is our light and salvation! PEOPLE: We come to worship as bearers of the Light. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Lord of the Dance” #261 *Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 Gloria Patri #70 *Opening Prayer Holy Christ, we come to You knowing that we have fallen away from your intentions for us. We have followed the paths of greed and envy, turned away from our brothers and sisters in need in order to satisfy our own desires. You gave your life for us, and yet we are willing to give so little at times. Forgive us for not understanding that You laid down your life for us. Forgive us for not recognizing the sacrifice of love, to live for others instead of ourselves. Call us back to repent and return to the kingdom of God. In your precious name, we pray. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 and Matthew 4:12-23 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “O How He Loves You and Me” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore” #344 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “O How He Loves You and Me” #2108 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude

January 25, 2026 Third Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

January 25, 2026 Third Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

January 25, 2026 Third Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 and Matthew 4:12-23 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “O How He Loves You and Me”

January 25, 2026 Third Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 and Matthew 4:12-23 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “O How He Loves You and Me”

JANUARY 18, 2026 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, who has God called you to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: When confusion, disunity, and misinformation threaten to undo us, who are you called to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: When wars and rumors of wars in our communities and around the world overwhelm us, who are you called to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: When the vulnerable are left without care or hope for flourishing, who are you called to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: Come! Let us worship God, who gives us as a light of good news to all the nations! PEOPLE: We come to worship God, who calls us and equips us to reflect God’s glory and abundant life into all the world. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Christ for the World We Sing” #568 *Opening Prayer Guide our feet, Lord. Show us the light of grace when we judge others too harshly. Warm our hearts with the glow of your love when we spew icy words of spite. Illumine our souls with joyful delight when sadness tries to take over the day. Shine brightly on us today, Lord, until we reflect your glory as a witness to this world. Amen. Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 Gloria Patri #70 Children’s Chat Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 and John 1:29-42 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Oh, Lamb of God” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Just as I Am, Without One Plea” #357 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “The Summons” #2130 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

JANUARY 18, 2026 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Children of God, who has God called you to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: When confusion, disunity, and misinformation threaten to undo us, who are you called to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: When wars and rumors of wars in our communities and around the world overwhelm us, who are you called to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: When the vulnerable are left without care or hope for flourishing, who are you called to be? PEOPLE: A light to all the nations! PASTOR: Come! Let us worship God, who gives us as a light of good news to all the nations! PEOPLE: We come to worship God, who calls us and equips us to reflect God’s glory and abundant life into all the world. Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Christ for the World We Sing” #568 *Opening Prayer Guide our feet, Lord. Show us the light of grace when we judge others too harshly. Warm our hearts with the glow of your love when we spew icy words of spite. Illumine our souls with joyful delight when sadness tries to take over the day. Shine brightly on us today, Lord, until we reflect your glory as a witness to this world. Amen. Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 Gloria Patri #70 Children’s Chat Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 and John 1:29-42 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Oh, Lamb of God” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Just as I Am, Without One Plea” #357 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “The Summons” #2130 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

JANUARY 18, 2026 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JANUARY 18, 2026 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JANUARY 18, 2026 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 and John 1:29-42 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Oh, Lamb of God”

JANUARY 18, 2026 SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 and John 1:29-42 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Oh, Lamb of God”

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Children’s Chat

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Pastorale-Guilmant Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Come! Let us follow Jesus to the edge of the Jordan River to be baptized. PEOPLE: We come to be cleansed and made whole. PASTOR: Come! Let us witness John’s confusion and Jesus’ insistence that John baptize God Incarnate. PEOPLE: We come to join Jesus in choosing life in the kingdom of God. PASTOR: Come! Let us hear God declare the truth of Jesus’ identity and the truth of our identity as baptized people. PEOPLE: We come to remember and embody who we are as beloved children of God. PASTOR: Come! Let us worship God who leads us into the baptismal waters and salvation life. PEOPLE: We come to worship God who empowers us through divine presence to live together as the family of God. * Opening Hymn – “We Would See Jesus” #256 Children’s Chat Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12; Acts 10:34-48 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Received; Baptized; Sent” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Mystique 11-Boellmann *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Awesome God” #2040 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Celebration of the Servants of the Church Congregational Reaffirmation of the Baptismal Covenant #50 *Closing Hymn – “Into My Heart” #2160 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Recessional on Alford-Jon Spong

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Pastorale-Guilmant Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship PASTOR: Come! Let us follow Jesus to the edge of the Jordan River to be baptized. PEOPLE: We come to be cleansed and made whole. PASTOR: Come! Let us witness John’s confusion and Jesus’ insistence that John baptize God Incarnate. PEOPLE: We come to join Jesus in choosing life in the kingdom of God. PASTOR: Come! Let us hear God declare the truth of Jesus’ identity and the truth of our identity as baptized people. PEOPLE: We come to remember and embody who we are as beloved children of God. PASTOR: Come! Let us worship God who leads us into the baptismal waters and salvation life. PEOPLE: We come to worship God who empowers us through divine presence to live together as the family of God. * Opening Hymn – “We Would See Jesus” #256 Children’s Chat Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12; Acts 10:34-48 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Received; Baptized; Sent” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Mystique 11-Boellmann *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Awesome God” #2040 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Celebration of the Servants of the Church Congregational Reaffirmation of the Baptismal Covenant #50 *Closing Hymn – “Into My Heart” #2160 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Recessional on Alford-Jon Spong

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Mystique 11-Boellmann *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory - Mystique 11-Boellmann *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12; Acts 10:34-48 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Received; Baptized; Sent”

JANUARY 11, 2026 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12; Acts 10:34-48 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Received; Baptized; Sent”

JANUARY 4, 2026 EPIPHANY SUNDAY 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: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the Truth, the Way, and the Life. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose love is the measure of true companionship. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “King of Kings” whose grace is the measure of real leadership. * Opening Hymn – “The First Noel” #245 Lighting of the Advent Wreath 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: Even in the return home, the child of Mary and Joseph would know the heartache of oppression that would shape his ministry—a ministry of proclaiming that God continues to be with us, that we are called to be with one another, even and especially in the midst of hard times. Reader 1: We light these candles for those who need it most. [light each candle with each line, including the white Christ Candle] Reader 2: For all who need more Hope. Reader 1: For all who yearn for Peace. Reader 2: For all whose Joy lays dormant. Reader 1: For all who need the salve of Love. Reader 2: For all of who need this Child of Possibility. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “How do the messages of this child reverberate into our time, our lives, our world?’” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is Christ the King who reigns with hope, peace, joy, and love forever. 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? Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with the desire for justice. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us the true gifts we must bring to our moment, as we seek a better kin-dom on this earth. We pray in the name of the Child, the One Who Reigns in our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “This, This” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “We Three Kings of Orient” #207 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “There’s a Song in the Air” #249 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

JANUARY 4, 2026 EPIPHANY SUNDAY 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: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the Truth, the Way, and the Life. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one whose love is the measure of true companionship. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this is the “King of Kings” whose grace is the measure of real leadership. * Opening Hymn – “The First Noel” #245 Lighting of the Advent Wreath 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: Even in the return home, the child of Mary and Joseph would know the heartache of oppression that would shape his ministry—a ministry of proclaiming that God continues to be with us, that we are called to be with one another, even and especially in the midst of hard times. Reader 1: We light these candles for those who need it most. [light each candle with each line, including the white Christ Candle] Reader 2: For all who need more Hope. Reader 1: For all who yearn for Peace. Reader 2: For all whose Joy lays dormant. Reader 1: For all who need the salve of Love. Reader 2: For all of who need this Child of Possibility. Reader 1: Our question for today at the scene of the nativity is this: “How do the messages of this child reverberate into our time, our lives, our world?’” Reader 2: What child IS this? This, this, is Christ the King who reigns with hope, peace, joy, and love forever. 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? Opening Prayer Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with the desire for justice. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us the true gifts we must bring to our moment, as we seek a better kin-dom on this earth. We pray in the name of the Child, the One Who Reigns in our hearts and lives. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “This, This” Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “We Three Kings of Orient” #207 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “There’s a Song in the Air” #249 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

JANUARY 4, 2026 EPIPHANY SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JANUARY 4, 2026 EPIPHANY SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Tithes and Offering Offertory *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94

JANUARY 4, 2026 EPIPHANY SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “This, This”

JANUARY 4, 2026 EPIPHANY SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET Scripture- Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “This, This”

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude – Musical Offering by Clark Barnes (piccolo, flute, saxophone) Largo, Second Sonata – Veracini “Sketch”-Shepherds Play in the Moonlight – Krug Romance - Schumann * Opening Hymn – “Joy to the World” #154 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 peace with justice. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one who promises us joy even when life is difficult. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the “King of Kings”who shows us the way of true love for all people. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this, is the babe whose Light spreads through our lives to others and to the world. Lighting of the Advent Wreath – see insert Opening Prayer Gracious God, With joy and thanksgiving, we gather as your people. We have come to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth again. In the excitement of this night, quiet our hearts that we may know the peace and fullness of this holy time. Shine, O Light, in the darkness of our world. Sing, O angels, in the stillness of our hearts, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those God favors.” This we pray in the name of the Child of Bethlehem. Amen. Children’s Chat The Candlelight Nativity The Coming of Jesus Is Announced to Mary and Joseph Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 Musical Offering by Donald Olah – It’s Christmas Time-Joe Collins The Preparations for the Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-5 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” #230 vs. 1 Jesus is Born Luke 2:6-7 “Away in a Manger” #217 Jesus' Birth is Announced to the Shepherds Luke 2:8-18 “Angels We Have Heard on High” # 238 The Wise Men Bring Their Gifts to Jesus Matthew 2:1-11 “The First Noel” # 245 vs. 1, 2, & 5 Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Anthems Sweet” “We Keep Watch” – Prayers and Christmas Offering Offertory – How Brightly Shines the Morning Star – William Nevins *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Silent Night” #239 Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love's pure light; radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth. Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light; with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen – Barry Holden

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude – Musical Offering by Clark Barnes (piccolo, flute, saxophone) Largo, Second Sonata – Veracini “Sketch”-Shepherds Play in the Moonlight – Krug Romance - Schumann * Opening Hymn – “Joy to the World” #154 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 peace with justice. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one who promises us joy even when life is difficult. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the “King of Kings”who shows us the way of true love for all people. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this, is the babe whose Light spreads through our lives to others and to the world. Lighting of the Advent Wreath – see insert Opening Prayer Gracious God, With joy and thanksgiving, we gather as your people. We have come to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth again. In the excitement of this night, quiet our hearts that we may know the peace and fullness of this holy time. Shine, O Light, in the darkness of our world. Sing, O angels, in the stillness of our hearts, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those God favors.” This we pray in the name of the Child of Bethlehem. Amen. Children’s Chat The Candlelight Nativity The Coming of Jesus Is Announced to Mary and Joseph Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 Musical Offering by Donald Olah – It’s Christmas Time-Joe Collins The Preparations for the Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-5 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” #230 vs. 1 Jesus is Born Luke 2:6-7 “Away in a Manger” #217 Jesus' Birth is Announced to the Shepherds Luke 2:8-18 “Angels We Have Heard on High” # 238 The Wise Men Bring Their Gifts to Jesus Matthew 2:1-11 “The First Noel” # 245 vs. 1, 2, & 5 Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Anthems Sweet” “We Keep Watch” – Prayers and Christmas Offering Offertory – How Brightly Shines the Morning Star – William Nevins *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Silent Night” #239 Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love's pure light; radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth. Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light; with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen – Barry Holden

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude – Musical Offering by Clark Barnes (piccolo, flute, saxophone) Largo, Second Sonata – Veracini “Sketch”-Shepherds Play in the Moonlight – Krug Romance - Schumann * Opening Hymn – “Joy to the World” #154 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 peace with justice. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one who promises us joy even when life is difficult. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the “King of Kings”who shows us the way of true love for all people. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this, is the babe whose Light spreads through our lives to others and to the world. Lighting of the Advent Wreath – see insert Opening Prayer Gracious God, With joy and thanksgiving, we gather as your people. We have come to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth again. In the excitement of this night, quiet our hearts that we may know the peace and fullness of this holy time. Shine, O Light, in the darkness of our world. Sing, O angels, in the stillness of our hearts, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those God favors.” This we pray in the name of the Child of Bethlehem. Amen. Children’s Chat The Candlelight Nativity The Coming of Jesus Is Announced to Mary and Joseph Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 Musical Offering by Donald Olah – It’s Christmas Time-Joe Collins The Preparations for the Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-5 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” #230 vs. 1 Jesus is Born Luke 2:6-7 “Away in a Manger” #217 Jesus' Birth is Announced to the Shepherds Luke 2:8-18 “Angels We Have Heard on High” # 238 The Wise Men Bring Their Gifts to Jesus Matthew 2:1-11 “The First Noel” # 245 vs. 1, 2, & 5 Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Anthems Sweet” “We Keep Watch” – Prayers and Christmas Offering Offertory – How Brightly Shines the Morning Star – William Nevins *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Silent Night” #239 Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love's pure light; radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth. Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light; with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen – Barry Holden

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude – Musical Offering by Clark Barnes (piccolo, flute, saxophone) Largo, Second Sonata – Veracini “Sketch”-Shepherds Play in the Moonlight – Krug Romance - Schumann * Opening Hymn – “Joy to the World” #154 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 peace with justice. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one who promises us joy even when life is difficult. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the “King of Kings”who shows us the way of true love for all people. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this, is the babe whose Light spreads through our lives to others and to the world. Lighting of the Advent Wreath – see insert Opening Prayer Gracious God, With joy and thanksgiving, we gather as your people. We have come to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth again. In the excitement of this night, quiet our hearts that we may know the peace and fullness of this holy time. Shine, O Light, in the darkness of our world. Sing, O angels, in the stillness of our hearts, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those God favors.” This we pray in the name of the Child of Bethlehem. Amen. Children’s Chat The Candlelight Nativity The Coming of Jesus Is Announced to Mary and Joseph Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 Musical Offering by Donald Olah – It’s Christmas Time-Joe Collins The Preparations for the Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-5 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” #230 vs. 1 Jesus is Born Luke 2:6-7 “Away in a Manger” #217 Jesus' Birth is Announced to the Shepherds Luke 2:8-18 “Angels We Have Heard on High” # 238 The Wise Men Bring Their Gifts to Jesus Matthew 2:1-11 “The First Noel” # 245 vs. 1, 2, & 5 Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Anthems Sweet” “We Keep Watch” – Prayers and Christmas Offering Offertory – How Brightly Shines the Morning Star – William Nevins *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Silent Night” #239 Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love's pure light; radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth. Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light; with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen – Barry Holden

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude – Musical Offering by Clark Barnes (piccolo, flute, saxophone) Largo, Second Sonata – Veracini “Sketch”-Shepherds Play in the Moonlight – Krug Romance - Schumann * Opening Hymn – “Joy to the World” #154 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 peace with justice. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one who promises us joy even when life is difficult. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the “King of Kings”who shows us the way of true love for all people. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this, is the babe whose Light spreads through our lives to others and to the world. Lighting of the Advent Wreath – see insert Opening Prayer Gracious God, With joy and thanksgiving, we gather as your people. We have come to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth again. In the excitement of this night, quiet our hearts that we may know the peace and fullness of this holy time. Shine, O Light, in the darkness of our world. Sing, O angels, in the stillness of our hearts, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those God favors.” This we pray in the name of the Child of Bethlehem. Amen. Children’s Chat The Candlelight Nativity The Coming of Jesus Is Announced to Mary and Joseph Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 Musical Offering by Donald Olah – It’s Christmas Time-Joe Collins The Preparations for the Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-5 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” #230 vs. 1 Jesus is Born Luke 2:6-7 “Away in a Manger” #217 Jesus' Birth is Announced to the Shepherds Luke 2:8-18 “Angels We Have Heard on High” # 238 The Wise Men Bring Their Gifts to Jesus Matthew 2:1-11 “The First Noel” # 245 vs. 1, 2, & 5 Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Anthems Sweet” “We Keep Watch” – Prayers and Christmas Offering Offertory – How Brightly Shines the Morning Star – William Nevins *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Silent Night” #239 Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love's pure light; radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth. Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light; with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen – Barry Holden

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude – Musical Offering by Clark Barnes (piccolo, flute, saxophone) Largo, Second Sonata – Veracini “Sketch”-Shepherds Play in the Moonlight – Krug Romance - Schumann * Opening Hymn – “Joy to the World” #154 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 peace with justice. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one who promises us joy even when life is difficult. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the “King of Kings”who shows us the way of true love for all people. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this, is the babe whose Light spreads through our lives to others and to the world. Lighting of the Advent Wreath – see insert Opening Prayer Gracious God, With joy and thanksgiving, we gather as your people. We have come to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth again. In the excitement of this night, quiet our hearts that we may know the peace and fullness of this holy time. Shine, O Light, in the darkness of our world. Sing, O angels, in the stillness of our hearts, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those God favors.” This we pray in the name of the Child of Bethlehem. Amen. Children’s Chat The Candlelight Nativity The Coming of Jesus Is Announced to Mary and Joseph Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 Musical Offering by Donald Olah – It’s Christmas Time-Joe Collins The Preparations for the Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-5 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” #230 vs. 1 Jesus is Born Luke 2:6-7 “Away in a Manger” #217 Jesus' Birth is Announced to the Shepherds Luke 2:8-18 “Angels We Have Heard on High” # 238 The Wise Men Bring Their Gifts to Jesus Matthew 2:1-11 “The First Noel” # 245 vs. 1, 2, & 5 Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Anthems Sweet” “We Keep Watch” – Prayers and Christmas Offering Offertory – How Brightly Shines the Morning Star – William Nevins *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Silent Night” #239 Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love's pure light; radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth. Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light; with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen – Barry Holden

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude – Musical Offering by Clark Barnes (piccolo, flute, saxophone) Largo, Second Sonata – Veracini “Sketch”-Shepherds Play in the Moonlight – Krug Romance - Schumann * Opening Hymn – “Joy to the World” #154 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 peace with justice. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the one who promises us joy even when life is difficult. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This is the “King of Kings”who shows us the way of true love for all people. PEOPLE: What child IS this? PASTOR: This, this, is the babe whose Light spreads through our lives to others and to the world. Lighting of the Advent Wreath – see insert Opening Prayer Gracious God, With joy and thanksgiving, we gather as your people. We have come to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth again. In the excitement of this night, quiet our hearts that we may know the peace and fullness of this holy time. Shine, O Light, in the darkness of our world. Sing, O angels, in the stillness of our hearts, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those God favors.” This we pray in the name of the Child of Bethlehem. Amen. Children’s Chat The Candlelight Nativity The Coming of Jesus Is Announced to Mary and Joseph Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 Musical Offering by Donald Olah – It’s Christmas Time-Joe Collins The Preparations for the Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-5 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” #230 vs. 1 Jesus is Born Luke 2:6-7 “Away in a Manger” #217 Jesus' Birth is Announced to the Shepherds Luke 2:8-18 “Angels We Have Heard on High” # 238 The Wise Men Bring Their Gifts to Jesus Matthew 2:1-11 “The First Noel” # 245 vs. 1, 2, & 5 Series: “What Child IS This: Beyond the Lullaby” Message: “Anthems Sweet” “We Keep Watch” – Prayers and Christmas Offering Offertory – How Brightly Shines the Morning Star – William Nevins *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Silent Night” #239 Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love's pure light; radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth. Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light; with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born! Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen – Barry Holden