Podcasts about pastoral prayer

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

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

MAY 18, 2025 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER BISHOP SANDRA STEINER BALL ASSISTANT TO THE BISHOP REV. DR. RENEE MIKELL ORGANIST & CARILLON BELL CHOIR DIRECTOR - JAMES ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Praise to The Lord!-Anna Laura Page (Stone Carillon Bell Choir) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Lift up your heads, O gates! And be lifted up, O ancient doors! That the Ruler of glory may come in. People: Who is the Ruler of glory? Pastor: The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, mighty in battle! People: Lift up your heads, O gates! And be lifted up, O ancient doors! That the Ruler of glory may come in. Pastor: Who is this Ruler of glory? People: The Lord of hosts, the Lord is the Ruler of glory! *Prayer of Reconsecration Pastor: Brothers and sisters in Christ, this is a day of rejoicing. We have come together to reconsecrate this building of Stone United Methodist Church. Let us open our hearts and minds to receive God’s Word with faith. May our blessed communion, born of one baptism and nurtured at one table of the Lord, become one temple of the Holy Spirit as we gather in love. People: We present this building to be reconsecrated for the worship of God and the service of all people. Bishop: Dear friends, rejoice that God so moved the hearts of people that this house has been built for praise and prayer…Now, O God, sanctify this place, for everything in heaven and on earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the dominion, and you are exalted as head above all. *Opening Hymn – “We Are the Church” UMH #558 *Unison Prayer Eternal God, we thank you that Christ your living Word speaks to us through the words of Holy Scripture, written of old by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit and proclaimed today by the anointing of the same Spirit. When your Word is read and preached purify the lives and lips of those who speak here, that your Word alone may be proclaimed and your Word alone may be heard and obeyed. May the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable to you, our Rock and our Redeemer, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Children’s Chat Scripture – Mark 9:30-37 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Confronted by God” Confirmation - The Baptismal Covenant I #33 Tithes and Offering Offertory - A Joyful Alleluia-Cynthia Dobrinski (Stone Carillon Bell Choir) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Blest Be the Tie that Binds” UMH #557 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” UMH #57 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - A Trumpet Tune-Denis Eliot This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit. The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in honor of this beautiful church upon our 200th anniversary by Anne 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

MAY 18, 2025 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER BISHOP SANDRA STEINER BALL ASSISTANT TO THE BISHOP REV. DR. RENEE MIKELL ORGANIST & CARILLON BELL CHOIR DIRECTOR - JAMES ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Praise to The Lord!-Anna Laura Page (Stone Carillon Bell Choir) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Pastor: Lift up your heads, O gates! And be lifted up, O ancient doors! That the Ruler of glory may come in. People: Who is the Ruler of glory? Pastor: The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, mighty in battle! People: Lift up your heads, O gates! And be lifted up, O ancient doors! That the Ruler of glory may come in. Pastor: Who is this Ruler of glory? People: The Lord of hosts, the Lord is the Ruler of glory! *Prayer of Reconsecration Pastor: Brothers and sisters in Christ, this is a day of rejoicing. We have come together to reconsecrate this building of Stone United Methodist Church. Let us open our hearts and minds to receive God’s Word with faith. May our blessed communion, born of one baptism and nurtured at one table of the Lord, become one temple of the Holy Spirit as we gather in love. People: We present this building to be reconsecrated for the worship of God and the service of all people. Bishop: Dear friends, rejoice that God so moved the hearts of people that this house has been built for praise and prayer…Now, O God, sanctify this place, for everything in heaven and on earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the dominion, and you are exalted as head above all. *Opening Hymn – “We Are the Church” UMH #558 *Unison Prayer Eternal God, we thank you that Christ your living Word speaks to us through the words of Holy Scripture, written of old by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit and proclaimed today by the anointing of the same Spirit. When your Word is read and preached purify the lives and lips of those who speak here, that your Word alone may be proclaimed and your Word alone may be heard and obeyed. May the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable to you, our Rock and our Redeemer, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Children’s Chat Scripture – Mark 9:30-37 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Confronted by God” Confirmation - The Baptismal Covenant I #33 Tithes and Offering Offertory - A Joyful Alleluia-Cynthia Dobrinski (Stone Carillon Bell Choir) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Blest Be the Tie that Binds” UMH #557 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” UMH #57 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - A Trumpet Tune-Denis Eliot This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit. The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God and in honor of this beautiful church upon our 200th anniversary by Anne 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

Pastoral Prayer

MAY 4, 2025 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude -  Holy God, We Praise Your Name-Michael Burkhardt Welcome & Announcements  *Call to Worship (based on Isa. 35: 5-6, Ps. 146:8) Leader: In the midst of life’s storms, God is there. People: What have we to fear? Leader: In the darkness and terror, God is with us. People: Of whom shall we be afraid? Leader: Rise up, people of God, for you are loved and saved. People: Thanks be to God who cares deeply for us. All: Vessels, holy and whole, Broken, needing the One; Open, body and soul. Healer, come.   * Opening Hymn – “Easter People, Raise Your Voices” UMH #304   **Prayer of Confession God of love, we bring our very selves to worship. Our triumphs. Our failures. Our vulnerabilities. Our greatest joys and our deepest sorrows. In this time set apart, may we hear the voice of Jesus urging us to feed and be fed, to love and be loved. Amen.   Children’s Chat    Scripture – John 21:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Message: “A Meal of Restoration”    Tithes and Offering  Offertory -  Allegro Moderato-Leon Boelmann *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Sanctuary” UMH #2164   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer    Communion    *Closing Hymn – “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore” UMH #344    Action Steps and Benediction    Postlude -  Recessional on St. Anne-Gordon Young Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or churchoffice@stoneumc.org  

MAY 4, 2025 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude -  Holy God, We Praise Your Name-Michael Burkhardt Welcome & Announcements  *Call to Worship (based on Isa. 35: 5-6, Ps. 146:8) Leader: In the midst of life’s storms, God is there. People: What have we to fear? Leader: In the darkness and terror, God is with us. People: Of whom shall we be afraid? Leader: Rise up, people of God, for you are loved and saved. People: Thanks be to God who cares deeply for us. All: Vessels, holy and whole, Broken, needing the One; Open, body and soul. Healer, come.   * Opening Hymn – “Easter People, Raise Your Voices” UMH #304   **Prayer of Confession God of love, we bring our very selves to worship. Our triumphs. Our failures. Our vulnerabilities. Our greatest joys and our deepest sorrows. In this time set apart, may we hear the voice of Jesus urging us to feed and be fed, to love and be loved. Amen.   Children’s Chat    Scripture – John 21:1-19 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Message: “A Meal of Restoration”    Tithes and Offering  Offertory -  Allegro Moderato-Leon Boelmann *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Sanctuary” UMH #2164   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer    Communion    *Closing Hymn – “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore” UMH #344    Action Steps and Benediction    Postlude -  Recessional on St. Anne-Gordon Young 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  

APRIL 27, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER GUEST PREACHER - REV. MICHAEL AIRGOOD ORGANIST JAMES ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude – Prelude on Laude Anima – Elizabeth Krouse Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Leader: The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad. People: Lord, save us! Lord, grant us success! Leader: Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. From the house of the Lord, we bless you. People: The Lord is God, and he has made his light shine on us. Leader: With boughs in hand, join in the festival procession up to the horns of the altar. People: You are my God and I will praise you! Leader: You are my God, and I will exalt you. All: Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. * Opening Hymn – “Christ is Risen” – UMH #307 *Prayer of Confession Our Lord Jesus, We find ourselves in the locked doors of ourselves, just as the disciples were behind closed doors. We too are afraid, perhaps for a different reason than theirs. But we too need the breath of the Holy Spirit to take away our fears so that we can come out from behind these locked doors. Lord, we are like Thomas with our questions and our doubts. We sometimes need to see in order to believe, we need you in order to have faith. We too need the peace you bring because our world is fraught with violence, and unrest. Just as Thomas confessed you are his Lord and his God, we boldly claim you for our lives. We thank you for the blessing you have given us, the ones who believe without seeing. May the doors of our churches be open to all and that doubters be welcomed here. In the name of the risen Lord Jesus, Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – John 20:24-31 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Sermon - “What Grave?” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Prelude on Beach Spring – William Allen Pasch *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Walk On, O People of God” – UMH #305 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Crown Him With Many Crowns” - UMH #327 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – Hail the Festival Day – Daniel Burton 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

APRIL 27, 2025 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER GUEST PREACHER - REV. MICHAEL AIRGOOD ORGANIST JAMES ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude – Prelude on Laude Anima – Elizabeth Krouse Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Leader: The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad. People: Lord, save us! Lord, grant us success! Leader: Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. From the house of the Lord, we bless you. People: The Lord is God, and he has made his light shine on us. Leader: With boughs in hand, join in the festival procession up to the horns of the altar. People: You are my God and I will praise you! Leader: You are my God, and I will exalt you. All: Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. * Opening Hymn – “Christ is Risen” – UMH #307 *Prayer of Confession Our Lord Jesus, We find ourselves in the locked doors of ourselves, just as the disciples were behind closed doors. We too are afraid, perhaps for a different reason than theirs. But we too need the breath of the Holy Spirit to take away our fears so that we can come out from behind these locked doors. Lord, we are like Thomas with our questions and our doubts. We sometimes need to see in order to believe, we need you in order to have faith. We too need the peace you bring because our world is fraught with violence, and unrest. Just as Thomas confessed you are his Lord and his God, we boldly claim you for our lives. We thank you for the blessing you have given us, the ones who believe without seeing. May the doors of our churches be open to all and that doubters be welcomed here. In the name of the risen Lord Jesus, Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – John 20:24-31 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Sermon - “What Grave?” Tithes and Offering Offertory – Prelude on Beach Spring – William Allen Pasch *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Walk On, O People of God” – UMH #305 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “Crown Him With Many Crowns” - UMH #327 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude – Hail the Festival Day – Daniel Burton 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

Expository Reading and Pastoral Prayer

MARCH 23, 2025 THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - T'was in the Moon of Winter-Anna Laura Page (Bells) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Leader: Always there is a choice: People: The God of Christ Jesus or those material things for which this world will sell its soul? Leader: We cannot have it both ways. As the prophet Elijah declared long ago: People: How long does it take to make up your mind? If the Lord is God, then follow him. If idols are your gods, then get real and admit. Leader: Our God is greatly to be praised and honored above all worldly gods. People: We will declare our God’s glory among the nations and celebrate God’s love among all created in God’s image. * Opening Hymn – “O God of Every Nation” #435 Opening Prayer God of All, You created us for each other. You set in us a yearning for companionship and an empathy that binds us together, protecting each other and delighting in one another. Yet too often we have broken down our relationships instead of building them up. We have been set against one another with the lie of scarcity. We have built systems and economies that widen the gap of resourcesrather than safeguarding equitable practices. Too many, and growing numbers, are suffering hardships, food insecurity, joblessness. We cannot fathom the proportions of loss and so we look away,sometimes even from the need in our own community. Help us, Healer. Show us our empathy. Forgive our complacence. Move us to move one step at a time toward greater care for one another. In Jesus name. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – Matthew 8: 5-13 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: Holy Vessels: A Season of Recovery Message: “Safe Keeping” Tithes and Offering Offertory - T'was in the Moon of Winter-A. L. Page (Bells) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Near to the Heart of God” #472 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “How Great Thou Art” # 77 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Passacaglia-Alfred Fedak This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit. 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

MARCH 23, 2025 THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - T'was in the Moon of Winter-Anna Laura Page (Bells) Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Leader: Always there is a choice: People: The God of Christ Jesus or those material things for which this world will sell its soul? Leader: We cannot have it both ways. As the prophet Elijah declared long ago: People: How long does it take to make up your mind? If the Lord is God, then follow him. If idols are your gods, then get real and admit. Leader: Our God is greatly to be praised and honored above all worldly gods. People: We will declare our God’s glory among the nations and celebrate God’s love among all created in God’s image. * Opening Hymn – “O God of Every Nation” #435 Opening Prayer God of All, You created us for each other. You set in us a yearning for companionship and an empathy that binds us together, protecting each other and delighting in one another. Yet too often we have broken down our relationships instead of building them up. We have been set against one another with the lie of scarcity. We have built systems and economies that widen the gap of resourcesrather than safeguarding equitable practices. Too many, and growing numbers, are suffering hardships, food insecurity, joblessness. We cannot fathom the proportions of loss and so we look away,sometimes even from the need in our own community. Help us, Healer. Show us our empathy. Forgive our complacence. Move us to move one step at a time toward greater care for one another. In Jesus name. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – Matthew 8: 5-13 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: Holy Vessels: A Season of Recovery Message: “Safe Keeping” Tithes and Offering Offertory - T'was in the Moon of Winter-A. L. Page (Bells) *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Near to the Heart of God” #472 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn – “How Great Thou Art” # 77 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - Passacaglia-Alfred Fedak This service is recorded and is subject to change upon the movement of the Holy Spirit. 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

MARCH 16, 2025 - SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - These Holy Mysteries-Roger Wilson Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Vessels, holy and whole Broken, needing the One Open, body and soul Healer, come. * Opening Hymn – “It’s Me, It’s Me, O Lord” #352 Opening Prayer Creator God, we are bodies fashioned by your hand in your own image, shapes and colors of diverse and immense beauty. And yet too often we have ignored the sacred nature of our physical lives. The Holy Vessels you have fashioned are tired and suffering, ravaged by months of disrupted rhythms and ailment. Our fragility has come into full view, and we are frightened. We cannot fathom the proportions of loss and so we look away, sometimes even from our own needs. Help us, Healer. Show us our strength. Forgive our inertia. Move us to move one step at a time toward greater care. In Jesus name. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – Matthew 8: 1-4; 16-17 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: Holy Vessels: A Season of Recovery Message: “Treasure” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Peace, Please-Peter Leys *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Sweet Hour of Prayer” # 496 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn –“He Touched Me” #367 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - God Himself is Present-Don Freudenburg This service is recorded and is subject to change upon movement of the Holy Spirit.

MARCH 16, 2025 - SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JAMES ROSS Prelude - These Holy Mysteries-Roger Wilson Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Vessels, holy and whole Broken, needing the One Open, body and soul Healer, come. * Opening Hymn – “It’s Me, It’s Me, O Lord” #352 Opening Prayer Creator God, we are bodies fashioned by your hand in your own image, shapes and colors of diverse and immense beauty. And yet too often we have ignored the sacred nature of our physical lives. The Holy Vessels you have fashioned are tired and suffering, ravaged by months of disrupted rhythms and ailment. Our fragility has come into full view, and we are frightened. We cannot fathom the proportions of loss and so we look away, sometimes even from our own needs. Help us, Healer. Show us our strength. Forgive our inertia. Move us to move one step at a time toward greater care. In Jesus name. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – Matthew 8: 1-4; 16-17 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: Holy Vessels: A Season of Recovery Message: “Treasure” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Peace, Please-Peter Leys *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Sweet Hour of Prayer” # 496 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn –“He Touched Me” #367 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude - God Himself is Present-Don Freudenburg This service is recorded and is subject to change upon movement of the Holy Spirit.

Pastoral Prayer #nightlight #rttbros

When was the last time you pulled up a photo of yourself from years ago and thought about how much drift has happened without you noticing: relationships, age, knowledge, and thatstairs seemed so much easier to climb back then? Drift is part of life but what if the drift is dangerous? Jesus, in John 17, prays for his disciples and for believers with his main concern being their spiritual drift. In what is often called, "The High Priestly Prayer" or "Jesus' Pastoral Prayer", Jesus prays that the Father would protect believers from spiritual drift as we're sent into the world. How? By making them one.

Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Disciples of Christ, today your Savior calls you to come up the mountain and pray. Will you come? We will go wherever Jesus leads us. Will you follow when Christ’s glory overwhelms your senses, and you sit astounded at God’s greatness? We will go wherever Jesus leads us. Will you follow when Jesus won’t let you stay on the mountaintop, insisting that you return to the valley where people are hurting and in need of good news? We will go wherever Jesus leads us. Disciples, come! Let us worship God, whose glory shines on the mountaintop and in the eyes of our neighbors. Come, let us worship God, whose glory shimmers all around us, even now! * Opening Hymn – “He Is Exalted” TFWS#2070 Opening Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, cleanse our lives of all shameful attitudes of mind and heart so that we reveal your glory in and through all we do and say and are. This we pray in your name and in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen Children’s Chat Scripture – 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2 Luke 9:28-36 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Astounded at the Greatness” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” # 349 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “Be Thou My Vision” #451 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -

Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Disciples of Christ, today your Savior calls you to come up the mountain and pray. Will you come? We will go wherever Jesus leads us. Will you follow when Christ’s glory overwhelms your senses, and you sit astounded at God’s greatness? We will go wherever Jesus leads us. Will you follow when Jesus won’t let you stay on the mountaintop, insisting that you return to the valley where people are hurting and in need of good news? We will go wherever Jesus leads us. Disciples, come! Let us worship God, whose glory shines on the mountaintop and in the eyes of our neighbors. Come, let us worship God, whose glory shimmers all around us, even now! * Opening Hymn – “He Is Exalted” TFWS#2070 Opening Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, cleanse our lives of all shameful attitudes of mind and heart so that we reveal your glory in and through all we do and say and are. This we pray in your name and in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen Children’s Chat Scripture – 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2 Luke 9:28-36 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Astounded at the Greatness” Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” # 349 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion *Closing Hymn – “Be Thou My Vision” #451 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -

Kevin Anderson speaks from 1 Thessalonians 3 on the importance of prayer for deeper dependence, increasing love, and present sanctification and future glorification.

6TH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude -   In Heavenly Love Abiding- Anna Waring Welcome & Announcements    *Call to Worship  Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” May we learn to depend on God’s abundant provision instead of the world’s grasping for wealth as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.” May we learn to follow Christ’s call to provide for the hungry as co-creators of God’s kingdom as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.” May we learn to pay attention to those who suffer and mourn and to extend God’s comfort and hope to those who need it as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man.” May our worship teach us to rejoice in that day and every day as we live out the good news in our families, neighborhoods, community, and world!   * Opening Hymn – “O How I Love Jesus” #170   Opening Prayer  Compassionate God, we recognize that our world is a broken place, hurt by poverty, famine, and disease. We admit that sometimes we make the world a broken place, tolerating prejudice, conflict, and self-interest. We confess that our hearts also suffer with anger, Resentment, and jealousy. Renew us in Your love, O God, and heal us with the comfort of Your abundant love. Awaken us to the role we can play in healing Your creation. Strengthen us through the power of the Holy Spirit to hear Your word and move forward in faith. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture – 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Embracing the Familiar”   Tithes and Offering  Offertory -   Requiescant in Pace-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Because He Lives” #364   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Reaffirmation of Our Baptism   *Closing Hymn – “Through It All” # 507  Action Steps and Benediction   Postlude -   Fugue-J. S. Bach

6TH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude -   In Heavenly Love Abiding- Anna Waring Welcome & Announcements    *Call to Worship  Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” May we learn to depend on God’s abundant provision instead of the world’s grasping for wealth as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.” May we learn to follow Christ’s call to provide for the hungry as co-creators of God’s kingdom as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.” May we learn to pay attention to those who suffer and mourn and to extend God’s comfort and hope to those who need it as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man.” May our worship teach us to rejoice in that day and every day as we live out the good news in our families, neighborhoods, community, and world!   * Opening Hymn – “O How I Love Jesus” #170   Opening Prayer  Compassionate God, we recognize that our world is a broken place, hurt by poverty, famine, and disease. We admit that sometimes we make the world a broken place, tolerating prejudice, conflict, and self-interest. We confess that our hearts also suffer with anger, Resentment, and jealousy. Renew us in Your love, O God, and heal us with the comfort of Your abundant love. Awaken us to the role we can play in healing Your creation. Strengthen us through the power of the Holy Spirit to hear Your word and move forward in faith. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture – 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Embracing the Familiar”   Tithes and Offering  Offertory -   Requiescant in Pace-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Because He Lives” #364   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Reaffirmation of Our Baptism   *Closing Hymn – “Through It All” # 507  Action Steps and Benediction   Postlude -   Fugue-J. S. Bach

6TH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude -   In Heavenly Love Abiding- Anna Waring Welcome & Announcements    *Call to Worship  Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” May we learn to depend on God’s abundant provision instead of the world’s grasping for wealth as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.” May we learn to follow Christ’s call to provide for the hungry as co-creators of God’s kingdom as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.” May we learn to pay attention to those who suffer and mourn and to extend God’s comfort and hope to those who need it as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man.” May our worship teach us to rejoice in that day and every day as we live out the good news in our families, neighborhoods, community, and world!   * Opening Hymn – “O How I Love Jesus” #170   Opening Prayer  Compassionate God, we recognize that our world is a broken place, hurt by poverty, famine, and disease. We admit that sometimes we make the world a broken place, tolerating prejudice, conflict, and self-interest. We confess that our hearts also suffer with anger, Resentment, and jealousy. Renew us in Your love, O God, and heal us with the comfort of Your abundant love. Awaken us to the role we can play in healing Your creation. Strengthen us through the power of the Holy Spirit to hear Your word and move forward in faith. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture – 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Embracing the Familiar”   Tithes and Offering  Offertory -   Requiescant in Pace-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Because He Lives” #364   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Reaffirmation of Our Baptism   *Closing Hymn – “Through It All” # 507  Action Steps and Benediction   Postlude -   Fugue-J. S. Bach

6TH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude -   In Heavenly Love Abiding- Anna Waring Welcome & Announcements    *Call to Worship  Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” May we learn to depend on God’s abundant provision instead of the world’s grasping for wealth as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.” May we learn to follow Christ’s call to provide for the hungry as co-creators of God’s kingdom as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.” May we learn to pay attention to those who suffer and mourn and to extend God’s comfort and hope to those who need it as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man.” May our worship teach us to rejoice in that day and every day as we live out the good news in our families, neighborhoods, community, and world!   * Opening Hymn – “O How I Love Jesus” #170   Opening Prayer  Compassionate God, we recognize that our world is a broken place, hurt by poverty, famine, and disease. We admit that sometimes we make the world a broken place, tolerating prejudice, conflict, and self-interest. We confess that our hearts also suffer with anger, Resentment, and jealousy. Renew us in Your love, O God, and heal us with the comfort of Your abundant love. Awaken us to the role we can play in healing Your creation. Strengthen us through the power of the Holy Spirit to hear Your word and move forward in faith. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture – 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Embracing the Familiar”   Tithes and Offering  Offertory -   Requiescant in Pace-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Because He Lives” #364   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Reaffirmation of Our Baptism   *Closing Hymn – “Through It All” # 507  Action Steps and Benediction   Postlude -   Fugue-J. S. Bach

6TH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude -   In Heavenly Love Abiding- Anna Waring Welcome & Announcements    *Call to Worship  Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” May we learn to depend on God’s abundant provision instead of the world’s grasping for wealth as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.” May we learn to follow Christ’s call to provide for the hungry as co-creators of God’s kingdom as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.” May we learn to pay attention to those who suffer and mourn and to extend God’s comfort and hope to those who need it as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man.” May our worship teach us to rejoice in that day and every day as we live out the good news in our families, neighborhoods, community, and world!   * Opening Hymn – “O How I Love Jesus” #170   Opening Prayer  Compassionate God, we recognize that our world is a broken place, hurt by poverty, famine, and disease. We admit that sometimes we make the world a broken place, tolerating prejudice, conflict, and self-interest. We confess that our hearts also suffer with anger, Resentment, and jealousy. Renew us in Your love, O God, and heal us with the comfort of Your abundant love. Awaken us to the role we can play in healing Your creation. Strengthen us through the power of the Holy Spirit to hear Your word and move forward in faith. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture – 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Embracing the Familiar”   Tithes and Offering  Offertory -   Requiescant in Pace-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Because He Lives” #364   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Reaffirmation of Our Baptism   *Closing Hymn – “Through It All” # 507  Action Steps and Benediction   Postlude -   Fugue-J. S. Bach

6TH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS  * Please Stand If Able  Prelude -   In Heavenly Love Abiding- Anna Waring Welcome & Announcements    *Call to Worship  Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” May we learn to depend on God’s abundant provision instead of the world’s grasping for wealth as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.” May we learn to follow Christ’s call to provide for the hungry as co-creators of God’s kingdom as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.” May we learn to pay attention to those who suffer and mourn and to extend God’s comfort and hope to those who need it as we worship today. Jesus declared, “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man.” May our worship teach us to rejoice in that day and every day as we live out the good news in our families, neighborhoods, community, and world!   * Opening Hymn – “O How I Love Jesus” #170   Opening Prayer  Compassionate God, we recognize that our world is a broken place, hurt by poverty, famine, and disease. We admit that sometimes we make the world a broken place, tolerating prejudice, conflict, and self-interest. We confess that our hearts also suffer with anger, Resentment, and jealousy. Renew us in Your love, O God, and heal us with the comfort of Your abundant love. Awaken us to the role we can play in healing Your creation. Strengthen us through the power of the Holy Spirit to hear Your word and move forward in faith. Amen. Children’s Chat    Scripture – 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God.  People: Thanks be to God    Series: “Where You Are: Far Horizons” Message: “Embracing the Familiar”   Tithes and Offering  Offertory -   Requiescant in Pace-Gordon Young *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94    Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns    *Prayer Hymn – “Because He Lives” #364   Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer  Reaffirmation of Our Baptism   *Closing Hymn – “Through It All” # 507  Action Steps and Benediction   Postlude -   Fugue-J. S. Bach

3RD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Pastorale Dialogue-Domenico Zipoli Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Children of God, we gather to worship, to sing and proclaim with joy the good works God is doing in our midst. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We also gather today to pray for our families, our community, and our world. To name the challenges that press in around us, to lament the suffering in our world, to declare our trust in God in the midst of hardship. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We, like those in Nazareth, gather to hear and receive the Word of God proclaimed among us. To encounter the life-giving message of God’s love redeems us to be bearers of love and freedom in this world. We gather to worship, as is our custom. Children of God, listen. Pay attention. Ready your hearts. God is here. Jesus has come among us. The Spirit brings the Word to life in our midst. Are you ready? We gather to worship, as is our custom. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” #57 Opening Prayer We thank you, O God, for calling us into your church to be your people. “We have gathered, God of grace and wisdom, because we have heard your call. You have reached out to us in Jesus Christ; you have touched us with your Spirit, and we have turned toward you, seeking to love as we have been loved. We call upon your holy name: empower us to worship and serve you, walking gently on this earth, through the grace of Jesus Christ. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a; Luke 4:14-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Embracing the Familiar” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Come Down, O Love Divine-Paul Manz *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Many Gifts, One Spirit” #114 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Reaffirmation of Our Baptism *Closing Hymn – “The Summons” TFWS # 2130 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -Recessional on "St. Anne"-Gordon Young

3RD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Pastorale Dialogue-Domenico Zipoli Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Children of God, we gather to worship, to sing and proclaim with joy the good works God is doing in our midst. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We also gather today to pray for our families, our community, and our world. To name the challenges that press in around us, to lament the suffering in our world, to declare our trust in God in the midst of hardship. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We, like those in Nazareth, gather to hear and receive the Word of God proclaimed among us. To encounter the life-giving message of God’s love redeems us to be bearers of love and freedom in this world. We gather to worship, as is our custom. Children of God, listen. Pay attention. Ready your hearts. God is here. Jesus has come among us. The Spirit brings the Word to life in our midst. Are you ready? We gather to worship, as is our custom. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” #57 Opening Prayer We thank you, O God, for calling us into your church to be your people. “We have gathered, God of grace and wisdom, because we have heard your call. You have reached out to us in Jesus Christ; you have touched us with your Spirit, and we have turned toward you, seeking to love as we have been loved. We call upon your holy name: empower us to worship and serve you, walking gently on this earth, through the grace of Jesus Christ. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a; Luke 4:14-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Embracing the Familiar” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Come Down, O Love Divine-Paul Manz *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Many Gifts, One Spirit” #114 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Reaffirmation of Our Baptism *Closing Hymn – “The Summons” TFWS # 2130 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -Recessional on "St. Anne"-Gordon Young

3RD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Pastorale Dialogue-Domenico Zipoli Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Children of God, we gather to worship, to sing and proclaim with joy the good works God is doing in our midst. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We also gather today to pray for our families, our community, and our world. To name the challenges that press in around us, to lament the suffering in our world, to declare our trust in God in the midst of hardship. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We, like those in Nazareth, gather to hear and receive the Word of God proclaimed among us. To encounter the life-giving message of God’s love redeems us to be bearers of love and freedom in this world. We gather to worship, as is our custom. Children of God, listen. Pay attention. Ready your hearts. God is here. Jesus has come among us. The Spirit brings the Word to life in our midst. Are you ready? We gather to worship, as is our custom. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” #57 Opening Prayer We thank you, O God, for calling us into your church to be your people. “We have gathered, God of grace and wisdom, because we have heard your call. You have reached out to us in Jesus Christ; you have touched us with your Spirit, and we have turned toward you, seeking to love as we have been loved. We call upon your holy name: empower us to worship and serve you, walking gently on this earth, through the grace of Jesus Christ. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a; Luke 4:14-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Embracing the Familiar” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Come Down, O Love Divine-Paul Manz *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Many Gifts, One Spirit” #114 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Reaffirmation of Our Baptism *Closing Hymn – “The Summons” TFWS # 2130 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -Recessional on "St. Anne"-Gordon Young

3RD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Pastorale Dialogue-Domenico Zipoli Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship Children of God, we gather to worship, to sing and proclaim with joy the good works God is doing in our midst. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We also gather today to pray for our families, our community, and our world. To name the challenges that press in around us, to lament the suffering in our world, to declare our trust in God in the midst of hardship. We gather to worship, as is our custom. We, like those in Nazareth, gather to hear and receive the Word of God proclaimed among us. To encounter the life-giving message of God’s love redeems us to be bearers of love and freedom in this world. We gather to worship, as is our custom. Children of God, listen. Pay attention. Ready your hearts. God is here. Jesus has come among us. The Spirit brings the Word to life in our midst. Are you ready? We gather to worship, as is our custom. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” #57 Opening Prayer We thank you, O God, for calling us into your church to be your people. “We have gathered, God of grace and wisdom, because we have heard your call. You have reached out to us in Jesus Christ; you have touched us with your Spirit, and we have turned toward you, seeking to love as we have been loved. We call upon your holy name: empower us to worship and serve you, walking gently on this earth, through the grace of Jesus Christ. Amen. Children’s Chat Scripture – 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a; Luke 4:14-21 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “Embracing the Familiar” Tithes and Offering Offertory - Come Down, O Love Divine-Paul Manz *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns *Prayer Hymn – “Many Gifts, One Spirit” #114 Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Reaffirmation of Our Baptism *Closing Hymn – “The Summons” TFWS # 2130 Action Steps and Benediction Postlude -Recessional on "St. Anne"-Gordon Young

Join Dave as he looks at 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 and An Apostolic Pastoral Prayer: God, Ministry, and the Christian Life.

David Forsyth explores why prayer is the key in James 5:13-20. He examines three prayerful responses Christians should have when facing difficulties: personal prayer in suffering and joy, pastoral prayer for the sick, and pursuing prayer for those straying from truth. Forsyth emphasizes that prayer is the key to connecting with God and demonstrates complete dependence on Him, whether in times of hardship or blessing. ★ Support this podcast ★

PASTORAL PRAYER A Prayer For The Weary #RTTBROS #nightlight Redeeming the Time Brothers podcast Today, I'll be offering a pastoral prayer. I've been observing many of my friends as they go about their days. As a people watcher, I try to notice not just what people do, but also their countenance. Sometimes, my spirit senses their struggles—whether they're feeling down, despondent, depressed, tired, exhausted, or worn out. Lately, I've been picking up on a lot of these emotions as I go about my daily life. It could be a cashier I encounter at Walmart or a teacher I see walking down the school hallway with their head hung low and their spirit sagging. Today, I want to pray for strength for those who are weary in well-doing. You've been doing the right thing, heading in the right direction, and making good choices. But Satan is trying to wear you down, exhaust you, and make you give up and become despondent. Let's pray together now. Mighty Father God, I ask that You be with my friends and family—those dear ones cradled in the palm of Your hand. Let them feel Your love today, Lord. May that love permeate their very spirit, providing a buoyancy that allows them to rise above the daily grind. Help them know that You love and care for them, God. Remind them that Your watchful care has never been absent from their lives. Even when they find themselves going through a testing time and perhaps sense Your silence, remind them that in every test given in schools, the teacher is always quiet. Lord, show us the areas in our lives where we're weak during these testing times. Help us, God, to turn to You and trust in You moment by moment. Help us lean on You and allow Your rod and staff to bring us comfort, guiding us through the valley of the shadow of death. You are the Great Shepherd, God. You laid down Your life for the sheep and battle back against the wolves baying at the door. I thank You for shepherding us through this old, sinful, sin-cursed world. God, please give my friends and family strength for their day. Give them strong shoes for their stony path. Allow them to experience Your healing, restorative presence moment by moment. We ask this in Jesus' most holy, precious, and powerful name. Amen. Hey, God bless you. I love you, but Jesus loves you so much more. Have a great night.

A new MP3 sermon from University Park Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: A Pastoral Prayer For Our City & Country Subtitle: Pastoral Prayer Speaker: Travis Cardwell Broadcaster: University Park Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 7/14/2024 Length: 6 min.

Pastoral Prayer #rttbros #nightlight

1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 (NASB) 11 Now may our God and Father Himself and Jesus our Lord direct our way to you; 12 and may the Lord cause you to increase and abound in love for one another, and for all people, just as we also do for you; 13 so that He may establish your hearts without blame in holiness before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all His saints. Four questions to ask yourselves regarding your prayer lives:1) Do you pray?2) If and when you do pray, who are you praying to?3) When you're praying for others, what makes up most of your prayer requests?4) To what end do you make those requests? Three elements if a pastoral prayer which informs how the church ought to pray for each other:1) Its address (3:11a)2) Its request (3:11b-12)3) Its purpose (3:13)

In this sermon, Pastor Mike Burnette reflects on sharing the message of Jesus and evaluating one's reputation in relation to love for God and others. He emphasizes the importance of wisdom over mere knowledge in handling life's challenges and encourages growth in understanding God's power and inheritance for believers. Through Paul's Pastoral prayer, we are urged to seek a deeper knowledge of God and to pray for a greater awareness of His limitless power, fostering a transformative faith beyond mere needs.

Message from John (Phud) Chambers on Apr 21, 2024

FROM THE VAULTS! This episode was recorded at the end of 2023. Better late than never!I was like a fly on the wall to the weekly Pastoral Prayer and Care Meeting where the Pastor and two Pastoral Assistants, Matt and Stephen, conduct a Lord's Day Service review, pray for each other and the church, and plan ahead for ministry.Little did we know how much on the verge of WW3 2024 would be! Regardless of the chaos, however, I was encouraged to hear how committed to faithfully proclaiming God's Word these men were. Among the topics we scratched the surface of were:* Confessionalism* Seminary* Church Life* Egalitarianism* Christendom* Christian Nationalism* Moscow Mood* Political Theology* Reformed 2K* A Republic if you can keep it* Two Tables of the Law* The Church's Purpose* Discerning the Times* and more!I greatly appreciate the wide range of issues that are on their pastoral radar and the desire to take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ. These gifted brethren bleed Bibline! 

Pastoral Prayer March 2024 #RTTBROS #Nightlight

First Community Church 03.03.24 Mary Kate Buchanan -Pastoral Prayer by First Community Church

First Community Church 02.25.24 Seth Stearns -Pastoral Prayer by First Community Church

First Community Church 02.18.24 Sarah Kientz -Pastoral Prayer by First Community Church

PASTORAL PRAYER FOR PEACE #nightlight #RTTBROS God, it's tough right now. People are hurting, stressed, scared. They feel lost, overwhelmed, like burdens are crushing them. We see it, feel it, and wish we could fix it. But we can't. What we can do is lift them up to you. You understand pain better than anyone. You offer a peace that makes no sense - a calm in the middle of the storm. Give them that peace, God. Not the kind that ignores the mess, but the kind that whispers, "You're not alone. I'm here." Remind them they're loved, even when it feels dark. Show them glimpses of hope in the little things - a sunrise, a kind word, a warm hug. Give them strength to keep going, courage to face what's next, and faith that there's still good ahead. Their hearts are hurting, God. Mend them with your grace. Fill them with that peace that's hard to explain, the peace that carries them through anything. We pray for the broken, the scared, the burdened. Hold them close, God. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus.  Amen. Our Podcast, Blog and YouTube Links https://linktr.ee/rttbros   Be sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe it helps get the word out. https://linktr.ee/rttbros

First Community Church 02.11.24 Mary Kate Buchanan -Pastoral Prayer by First Community Church

First Community Church 02.04.24 Sarah Kientz Pastoral Prayer by First Community Church

Join with Ministerial Intern Jennifer Garvin as she presents the congregational concerns of our days.

Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better.  In this episode, H.B. discusses the priority of and the preparation for the pastoral prayer. The Pastoral prayer should be simple, direct, God-centered, scriptural, corporate, and spiritually focused.  The A-C-T-S outline (adoration, confession, thanksgiving, & supplication) serves as a good model for structuring your pastoral prayer. As you make supplications, you should pray for the government, the gospel, the lost, the church, and the afflicted.  For more information and resources, visit hbcharlesjr.com. 

Pastoral Prayer #nightlight #rttbros