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October 30, 2022 – 11:00 AM Welcome and Announcements Gathering Hymn: “Family of God” Calling Song: “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” UMH#89 all vs. Responsive Reading: Psalm 149 (CEB) – Sharon Wada One: Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song; sing God’s praise in the assembly of the faithful! Many: Let Israel celebrate its maker; let Zion’s children rejoice in their king! One: Let them praise God’s name with dance; let them sing God’s praise with the drum and lyre! Many: Because the Lord is pleased with God’s people, God will beautify the poor with saving help. One: Let the faithful celebrate with glory; let them shout for joy on their beds. Many: Let the high praises of God be in their mouths and a double-edged sword in their hands, One: to get revenge against the nations and punishment on the peoples, binding their rulers in chains and their officials in iron shackles, Many: achieving the justice written against them. That will be an honor for all God’s faithful people. Praise the Lord! One: This is our prayer. Many: Lord, hear our prayer. Opening Prayer – Sharon Wada Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift that your faithful people offer you true and good service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Hymn: “Gloria Patri” UMH#70 Old Testament Reading p.828 Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18 (CEB) New Testament Reading p.192 Ephesians 1:11-23 (CEB) Children’s Time Deanna Carr Praise Hymn “Great Are You Lord” Music Team All Saints Day Candle Lighting Liturgy Danny Crego Offering Prayer Doxology UMH#94 Prayer Hymn: “Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones” UMH#90 vs. 1,3 Message: Pastor Mary Beth Luke 6:20-31 (NRSV) Praise Hymn: “All the Poor and Powerless” Music Team Communion Service Commitment Hymn: “Sing With All the Saints in Glory” UMH#702 vs. 1,2,4 Sending Forth/Unison Benediction One: God of love, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious body and blood of our savior Jesus the Messiah; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of Christ. May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore. Many: May the peace of the Lord go with us, wherever God may send us. May we embody the love, grace, and mercy of Christ to those we meet along the way. Amen.
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October 23, 2022 – 11:00 AM Welcome and Announcements Gathering Hymn: “Family of God” Calling Song: “I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord” UMH#540 all vs. Responsive Reading: Psalm 84:1-7 (CEB) - Danny Crego One: How lovely is your dwelling place, Lord of heavenly forces! Many: Our very beings long, even yearn, for the Lord’s courtyards. Our hearts and our bodies will rejoice out loud to the living God! One: Yes, the sparrow too has found a home there; the swallow has found herself a nest where she can lay her young beside your altars, Lord of heavenly forces, our King, our God! Many: Those who live in your house are truly happy; they praise you constantly. Selah! One: Those who put their strength in you are truly happy; pilgrimage is in their hearts. Many: As they pass through the Baca Valley, they make it a spring of water. One: Yes, the early rain covers it with blessings. Many: They go from strength to strength, until they see the supreme God in Zion. One: This is our prayer. Many: Lord, hear our prayer. Opening Prayer - Danny Crego God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden; cleanse our hearts by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord, amen. Hymn: “Gloria Patri” UMH#70 Old Testament Reading Sirach 35:12-17 (CEB) Gospel Reading p.81 Luke 18:9-14(CEB) Children’s Time Charlene Wimpy Praise Hymn “There’s a Fountain Free” Music Team Prayers of the People Offering Prayer Doxology UMH#94 Prayer Hymn: “Soon and Very Soon” UMH#706 all vs. Message: Pastor Mary Beth Revelation 22:1-7, 20-21 (CEB) Response Song “The Blessing” Music Team Commitment Hymn: “Joy in the Morning” TFWS#2284 all vs. Sending Forth/Unison Benediction One: May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore. Amen. Many: May the peace of the Lord go with us, wherever God may send us. May we embody the love, grace, and mercy of Christ to those we meet along the way. Amen  Payette United Methodist Church Liturgy
Updated for Sunday, October 16th, 2022 (Proper 24) Welcome/Announcements - Mary Beth Gathering Hymn: Family of God - Music Team I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God I’ve been washed in the fountain, cleansed by His blood! Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod, For I’m part of the family, the family of God. Calling Song: God, Whose Love is Reigning O’er Us (UMH #100 v. 1, 2, & 5) - Music Team Responsive Reading: Psalm 121 (CEB) - Lyna Wilkins One: I raise my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? Many: My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth. One: God won’t let your foot slip. Your protector won’t fall asleep on the job. Many: No! Our protector never sleeps or rests! One: The Lord is your protector; the Lord is your shade right beside you. Many: The sun won’t strike you during the day; neither will the moon at night. One: The Lord will protect you from all evil; God will protect your very life. Many: The Lord will protect you on your journeys—whether going or coming—from now until forever from now. One: This is our prayer. Many: Lord, hear our prayer. Opening Prayer - Lyna Wilkins God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden; cleanse our hearts by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord, amen. Sing together: Gloria Patri (UMH #70) - Music Team Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen. Scripture Readings - Lyna Wilkins Before reading, the reader prays the following words: One: God, open our hearts and minds by the power of the Holy Spirit, that as the scriptures are read and your Word proclaimed, we may hear with joy what you say to us today. Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. And all the people said: Many: Amen. Old Testament Reading: Genesis 32:22-31 (CEB) Jacob got up during the night, took his two wives, his two women servants, and his eleven sons, and crossed the Jabbok River’s shallow water. He took them and everything that belonged to him, and he helped them cross the river. But Jacob stayed apart by himself, and a man wrestled with him until dawn broke. When the man saw that he couldn’t defeat Jacob, he grabbed Jacob’s thigh and tore a muscle in Jacob’s thigh as he wrestled with him. The man said, “Let me go because the dawn is breaking.” But Jacob said, “I won’t let you go until you bless me.” He said to Jacob, “What’s your name?” and he said, “Jacob.” Then he said, “Your name won’t be Jacob any longer, but Israel, because you struggled with God and with men and won.” Jacob also asked and said, “Tell me your name.” But he said, “Why do you ask for my name?” and he blessed Jacob there. Jacob named the place Peniel, or “face of God,” “because I’ve seen God face-to-face, and my life has been saved.” The sun rose as Jacob passed Penuel, limping because of his thigh. One: The story of God for the people of God! Many: Thanks be to God! Gospel Reading: Luke 18:1-8 (CEB) One: This is the Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. Many: Glory to you, Lord Christ! Jesus was telling them a parable about their need to pray continuously and not to be discouraged. He said, “In a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected people. In that city there was a widow who kept coming to him, asking, ‘Give me justice in this case against my adversary.’ For a while he refused but finally said to himself, I don’t fear God or respect people, but I will give this widow justice because she keeps bothering me. Otherwise, there will be no end to her coming here and embarrassing me.” The Lord said, “Listen to what the unjust judge says. Won’t God provide justice to God’s people who cry out to God day and night? Will God be slow to help them? I tell you, God will give them justice quickly. But when the Human One comes, will he find faithfulness on earth?” One: This is the Gospel of our Lord. Many: Praise to you, Lord Christ! Children’s Time - Glenora Wright Praise song: Messiah/You’re Beautiful- Music Team Prayers of the People - Mary Beth One: Holy One, we lift our eyes to you in hope and awe. Grant that we may reject all apathy of spirit, all impatience and anxiety, so that, with the persistence of the widow, we may lift our voice again and again to seek your justice. As you heard the prayer of Isaac and Rebekah, O God, and guided them in the way of your love, so listen now to those who call upon you. Are there any requests? (The congregation is invited to speak their requests. After each request is spoken, we all respond in unison, “Lord, hear us.”) One: We pray for all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone. For this community, the nation, and the world; For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace. For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression. For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy. For the peace and unity of the Church; For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth. For our Bishop, Rev. Elaine Stanovsky, for our District Superintendent Rev. Karen Hernandez, and for all bishops, ministers, theologians, and educational leaders. For all who serve God in the Church. And for all the prayers we cannot voice because our language is insufficient or our ignorance is too great. Move us to praise your gracious will, for in Christ Jesus you have saved us from the deeds of death and opened for us the hidden ways of your love. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. And now, because we often fail to love, because we acknowledge that we are sinners living in sinful systems, and because we acknowledge that we are all in need of God’s mercy and grace, let us confess our sins. Many: God of the living and the dead, We confess that we have sinned against you by what we have done and by what we have not done, We remember our broken promises and missed opportunities; The gifts we have taken for granted; The love we have not shown or returned; Forgive us, comfort and heal us, lift our guilt from us, That we may walk in freedom and grace to the glory of your name. Amen. One: May God who is both power and love forgive us and free us from our sins; heal and strength us by the power of the Holy Spirit; and bring us to new life through Christ our Lord. In the name of Jesus Christ, we are a forgiven people! Many: Thanks be to God! Offering Prayer - Mary Beth Sing together: Doxology (UMH #94) - Music Team Prayer song: More Love to Thee O Christ (UMH #453 v. 1 & 2) - Music Team Sermon Text: Revelation 21:1-7 (NRSV) - Danny Crego Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “See, the home of God is among mortals. God will dwell with them; they will be God’s peoples, and God will be with them and be their God; God will wipe every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; mourning and crying and pain will be no more, for the first things have passed away.” And the one who was seated on the throne said, “See, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this, for these words are trustworthy and true.” Then he said to me, “It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water as a gift from the spring of the water of life. Those who conquer will inherit these things, and I will be their God, and they will be my children. The story of God for the people of God. Many: Thanks be to God! Sing together: Beautiful Things - Music Team Communion One: Let us pray: O God, Spirit of righteousness, you temper judgment with mercy. Help us to live the covenant written upon our hearts so that when Christ returns we may be found worthy to be received by grace into your presence. For it is Christ who by your Spirit was anointed to preach good news to the poor, proclaim release to the captives, set at liberty those who are oppressed. Christ healed the sick, fed the hungry, ate with sinners, and established the new covenant for forgiveness of sins. We live in the hope of His coming again. (Lift the bread, break it) We remember that on the night that our Lord Jesus Christ was betrayed, he took bread, and after giving thanks he broke it and he gave it to his disciples and said, “This is my body, given for you. Take and eat - all of you - in remembrance of me.” (Lift the cup) Likewise, after the supper, he took the cup, and after giving thanks, he said, “This is the cup of the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for the forgiveness of sin. Do this in remembrance of me.” And so, Lord God, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in our Lord Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves to you in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with the sacrifice of Christ for us, as we proclaim the mystery of our faith: Many: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. One: Because we all partake of the one bread and the one cup, we, though we are many, are one. So let us join in together in praying the prayer that the Lord taught all of the disciples to pray. Let us be so bold as to say: Many: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be your name, Your Kingdom come, Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread, Forgive our debts as we forgive our debtors, Save us from the time of trial, And deliver us from evil. For the Kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. One: God of salvation, pour out your Holy Spirit on us and on these your gifts. Make them by the power of your Spirit to be for us the body and blood of Christ, that we may be for the world the Body of Christ, redeemed by His blood. By your Spirit make us one in Christ, one with each other, and one in the ministry of Christ to all the world, until Christ comes in final victory. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And all God’s people said: Many: Amen. One: (Give instructions for coming forward to receive) The Table is prepared. All who are hungry and thirsty are invited to come forward to receive these gifts of grace. May Christ be fully formed in you. Come forward as you’re ready. Closing Hymn: For All the Saints (UMH #711 v. 1, 4, & 5) - Music Team Sending Forth/Benediction - Danny Crego One: God of love, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious body and blood of our savior Jesus the Messiah; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of Christ. May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore. Many: May the peace of the Lord go with us, wherever God may send us. May we embody the love, grace, and mercy of Christ to those we meet along the way. Amen.  Payette United Methodist Church
October 9, 2022 – 11:00 AM Welcome and Announcements Gathering Hymn: “Family of God” I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God I’ve been washed in the fountain, cleansed by His blood! Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod, For I’m part of the family, the family of God. Calling Song: “Come, Thou Almighty King” UMH#61 vs 1,2,4 Come, thou almighty King, help us thy name to sing, help us to praise! Father all glorious, o'er all victorious, come and reign over us, Ancient of Days! Come, thou incarnate Word, gird on thy mighty sword, our prayer attend! Come, and thy people bless, and give thy word success; Spirit of holiness, on us descend! To thee, great One in Three, eternal praises be, hence, evermore. Thy sovereign majesty may we in glory see, and to eternity love and adore! Responsive Reading: Psalm 111 (MSG) - Dianne Kinney One: Hallelujah! We give thanks to God with everything we’ve got—Wherever good people gather, and in the congregation. Many: God’s works are so great, worth a lifetime of study—endless enjoyment! One: Splendor and beauty mark God’s craft; the Lord’s generosity never gives out. Many: God’s miracles are God’s memorial—this God of Grace, this God of Love. One: God gives food to those who honor God, and remembers to keep the covenant. Many: God proclaimed God’s powerful deeds to the people, and gave them what had belonged to the other nations. One: God manufactures truth and justice; All God’s products are guaranteed to last—never out-of-date, never obsolete, rust-proof. Many: All that God makes and does is honest and true: One: God paid the ransom for God’s people and ordered the Covenant kept forever. Many: Holy and awesome is our God! One: Wisdom begins in the fear of God—do that and you’ll know the knowledge of God. Many: God’s Hallelujah lasts forever! One: This is our prayer. Many: Lord, hear our prayer. Unison Invocation – Dianne Kinney God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden; cleanse our hearts by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord, amen. Hymn: “Gloria Patri” UMH#70 Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen. New Testament Reading p.212 - 2 Timothy 2:8-15 (MSG) Gospel Reading p.80 - Luke 17:11-19 (CEB) Children’s Time - Charlene Wimpy Praise Hymn “Living Hope” How high the mountain I could not climb In desperation, I turned to heaven And spoke your name into the night Then through the darkness Your loving kindness Tore through the shadows of my soul The work is finished, the end is written Jesus Christ, my living hope Who could imagine so great a mercy? What heart could fathom such boundless grace? The God of ages stepped down from glory To wear my sin and bear my shame The cross has spoken, I am forgiven The king of kings calls me His own Beautiful savior, I'm yours forever Jesus Christ, my living hope Hallelujah, praise the one who set me free Hallelujah, death has lost its grip on me You have broken every chain There's salvation in your name Jesus Christ, my living hope Then came the morning that sealed the promise Your buried body began to breathe Out of the silence, the roaring lion Declared the grave has no claim on me Then came the morning that sealed the promise Your buried body began to breathe Out of the silence, the roaring lion Declared the grave has no claim on me Jesus, yours is the victory, whoa! Hallelujah, praise the one who set me free Hallelujah, death has lost its grip on me You have broken every chain There's salvation in your name Jesus Christ, my living hope Prayers of the People Offering Prayer Doxology UMH#94 Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Alleluia, Alleluia Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia. Prayer Hymn: “Sweet Hour of Prayer” UMH#496 vs. 1,3 Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer! that calls me from a world of care, and bids me at my Father's throne make all my wants and wishes known. In seasons of distress and grief, my soul has often found relief, and oft escaped the tempter's snare by thy return, sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer! thy wings shall my petition bear to him whose truth and faithfulness engage the waiting soul to bless. And since he bids me seek his face, believe his word, and trust his grace, I'll cast on him my every care, and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer! Message: Pastor Mary Beth Boesch Revelation 20:11-15 (CEB) Response Song “Sing to the King” Sing to the King who is coming to reign Glory to Jesus the Lamb that was slain Life and salvation, His empire shall bring Joy to the nations when Jesus is King Come let us sing a song A song declaring we belong to Jesus He is all we need Lift up a heart of praise Sing now with voices raised to Jesus Sing to the King For his returning we watch and we pray We will be ready the dawn of that day We'll join in singing with all the redeemed Satan is vanquished and Jesus is King! Come let us sing a song A song declaring we belong to Jesus He is all we need Lift up a heart of praise Sing now with voices raised to Jesus Sing to the King Commitment Hymn: “On Jordan’s Stormy Banks I Stand” UMH#723 vs. 1,3,4 On Jordan's stormy banks I stand, and cast a wishful eye to Canaan's fair and happy land, where my possessions lie. Refrain: I am bound for the promised land, I am bound for the promised land; oh, who will come and go with me? I am bound for the promised land. No chilling winds or poisonous breath can reach that healthful shore; sickness and sorrow, pain and death, are felt and feared no more. [Refrain] When I shall reach that happy place, I'll be forever blest, for I shall see my Father's face, and in his bosom rest. [refrain] Sending Forth/Unison Benediction One: May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore. Amen. Many: May the peace of the Lord go with us, wherever God may send us. May we embody the love, grace, and mercy of Christ to those we meet along the way. Amen. Prelude Thank you for worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) *Read Rev 19:11-Chapter 20 for next week  Payette United Methodist Church
October 2, 2022 – 11:00 AM Welcome and Announcements Gathering Hymn: “Family of God” I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God I’ve been washed in the fountain, cleansed by His blood! Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod, For I’m part of the family, the family of God. Calling Song: “He Has Made Me Glad” TFWS#2270 2x I will enter his gates with thanksgiving in my heart, I will enter his courts with praise. I will say, “This is the day that the Lord has made.” I will rejoice, for he has made me glad. He has made me glad, he has made me glad. I will rejoice, for he has made me glad. He has made me glad, he has made me glad. I will rejoice, for he has made me glad. Responsive Reading: Psalm 37:1-9 (CEB) – Leslie Olson One: Don’t get upset over evildoers; don’t be jealous of those who do wrong, Many: because they will fade fast, like grass; they will wither like green vegetables. One: Trust the Lord and do good; live in the land, and farm faithfulness. Many: Enjoy the Lord, and God will give what your heart asks. One: Commit your way to the Lord! Trust God! Many: God will act and will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, your justice like high noon. One: Be still before the Lord, and wait for God. Don’t get upset when someone gets ahead. Many: Let go of anger and leave rage behind! Don’t get upset—it will only lead to evil. One: Because evildoers will be eliminated, Many: but those who hope in the Lord—they will possess the land. One: This is our prayer. Many: Lord, hear our prayer. Unison Invocation – Leslie Olson God of love, to whom our hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden; cleanse our hearts by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord, amen. Hymn: “Gloria Patri” UMH#70 Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen. Scripture Readings - Leslie Olson One: God, open our hearts and minds by the power of the Holy Spirit, that as the scriptures are read and your Word proclaimed, we may hear with joy what you say to us today. Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. And all the people said: Many: Amen. Old Testament Reading: Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4 (CEB) The oracle that Habakkuk the prophet saw. Lord, how long will I call for help and you not listen? I cry out to you, “Violence!” but you don’t deliver us. Why do you show me injustice and look at anguish so that devastation and violence are before me? There is strife, and conflict abounds. The Instruction is ineffective. Justice does not endure because the wicked surround the righteous. Justice becomes warped. I will take my post; I will position myself on the fortress. I will keep watch to see what the Lord says to me and how God will respond to my complaint. Then the Lord answered me and said, Write a vision, and make it plain upon a tablet so that a runner can read it. There is still a vision for the appointed time; it testifies to the end; it does not deceive. If it delays, wait for it; for it is surely coming; it will not be late. Some people’s desires are truly audacious; they don’t do the right thing. But the righteous person will live honestly. One: The story of God for the people of God! Many: Thanks be to God! Gospel Reading: Luke 17:5-10 (CEB) One: This is the Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. Many: Glory to you, Lord Christ! The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” The Lord replied, “If you had faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you. “Would any of you say to your servant, who had just come in from the field after plowing or tending sheep, ‘Come! Sit down for dinner’? Wouldn’t you say instead, ‘Fix my dinner. Put on the clothes of a table servant and wait on me while I eat and drink. After that, you can eat and drink’? You won’t thank the servant because the servant did what you asked, will you? In the same way, when you have done everything required of you, you should say, ‘We servants deserve no special praise. We have only done our duty.’” One: This is the Gospel of our Lord. Many: Praise to you, Lord Christ! Children’s Time Danny Crego Praise Hymn “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” Music Team Oh for a thousand tongues to sing My great Redeemer's praise The glories of my God and King The triumphs of His grace Verse 2 My gracious Master and my God Assist me to proclaim To spread through all the earth abroad The honors of Thy name Chorus 1 So come on and sing out Let our anthem grow loud There is one great love Jesus Verse 3 Jesus the name that charms our fears That bids our sorrows cease 'Tis music in the sinner's ears 'Tis life and health and peace Verse 4 He breaks the pow'r of canceled sin He sets the pris'ner free His blood can make the foulest clean His blood availed for me Chorus 2 So come on and sing out Let our anthem grow loud There is one great love There is one great love Jesus (Jesus) Verse 5 He speaks and list'ning to His voice New life the dead receive The mournful broken hearts rejoice The humble poor believe Verse 6 Glory to God and praise And love be ever ever giv'n By saints below and saints above The church in earth and heav'n Bridge There are so few words That never grow old There are so few words That never grow old Jesus Jesus Jesus Chorus 3 So come on and sing out Let our anthem grow loud There is one great love So come on so come on Chorus 4 So come on and sing out Let our anthem grow loud There is one great love There is one great love Oh there is one great love Jesus Prayers of the People One: God, the refuge of wanderers and exiles, the mother and father of the homeless, you weep with those who are uprooted from their homeland, and you suffer with those who exist without shelter and security. Grant that your faithful love may reach out, and that your healing mercy rise like the dawn on all who are oppressed. We ask this through Jesus, your Son, who know hardship and died outside the city wall. God of salvation, who sent your Son to seek out and save what is lost, hear our prayers on behalf of those who are lost in our day, receiving these petitions and thanksgivings with your unending compassion. Are there any requests? (The congregation is invited to speak their requests. After each request is spoken, we all respond in unison, “Lord, hear us.”) One: We pray for all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone. For this community, the nation, and the world; For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace. For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression. For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy. For the peace and unity of the Church; For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth. For our Bishop, Rev. Elaine Stanovsky, for our District Superintendent Rev. Karen Hernandez, and for all bishops, ministers, theologians, and educational leaders. For all who serve God in the Church. And for all the prayers we cannot voice because our language is insufficient or our ignorance is too great. Redeeming Sustainer, visit your people and pour out your strength and courage upon us, that we may hurry to make you welcome not only in our concern for others, but by serving them generously and faithfully in your name. Amen. And now, because we often fail to love, because we acknowledge that we are sinners living in sinful systems, and because we acknowledge that we are all in need of God’s mercy and grace, let us confess our sins. Many: God of the living and the dead, We confess that we have sinned against you by what we have done and by what we have not done, We remember our broken promises and missed opportunities; The gifts we have taken for granted; The love we have not shown or returned; Forgive us, comfort and heal us, lift our guilt from us, That we may walk in freedom and grace to the glory of your name. Amen. One: May God who is both power and love forgive us and free us from our sins; heal and strength us by the power of the Holy Spirit; and bring us to new life through Christ our Lord. In the name of Jesus Christ, we are a forgiven people! Many: Thanks be to God! Offering Prayer Doxology UMH#94 Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Alleluia, Alleluia Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia. Prayer Hymn: “Holy Ground” TFWS#2272 2x We are standing on holy ground And I know that there are angels all around So let us praise Jesus now For we are standing in His presence, on holy ground We are standing on holy ground And I know that there are angels all around So let us praise Jesus now For we are standing in His presence Message: Pastor Mary Beth Boesch - Revelation 19:1-10 (CEB) After this I heard what sounded like a huge crowd in heaven. They said, “Hallelujah! The salvation and glory and power of our God! God’s judgments are true and just, because God judged the great prostitute, who ruined the earth by her whoring, and God exacted the penalty for the blood of God’s servants from her hand.” Then they said a second time, “Hallelujah! Smoke goes up from her forever and always.” The twenty-four elders and the four living creatures fell down and worshipped God, who is seated on the throne, and they said, “Amen. Hallelujah!” Then a voice went out from the throne and said, “Praise our God, all you servants, and you who fear him, both small and great.” And I heard something that sounded like a huge crowd, like rushing water and powerful thunder. They said, “Hallelujah! The Lord our God, the Almighty, exercised royal power! Let us rejoice and celebrate, and give God the glory, for the wedding day of the Lamb has come, and the bride has made herself ready. She was given fine, pure white linen to wear, for the fine linen is the saints’ acts of justice.” Then the angel said to me, “Write this: Favored are those who have been invited to the wedding banquet of the Lamb.” He said to me, “These are the true words of God.” Then I fell at his feet to worship him. But he said, “Don’t do that! I’m a servant just like you and your brothers and sisters who hold firmly to the witness of Jesus. Worship God! The witness of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy!” The story of God for the people of God. Many: Thanks be to God! Response Song “Messiah/You’re Beautiful” Music Team I see Your face in every sunrise The colors of the morning are inside Your eyes The world awakens in the light of the day I look up to the sky and say You're beautiful I see Your power in the moonlit night Where planets are in motion and galaxies are bright We are amazed in the light of the stars It's all proclaiming who You are You're beautiful, You're beautiful I see You there hanging on a tree You bled and then You died and then You rose again for me Now You are sitting on Your heavenly throne Soon we will be coming home You're beautiful, You're beautiful When we arrive at eternity's shore Where death is just a memory and tears are no more We'll enter in as the wedding bells ring Your bride will come together and we'll sing You're beautiful When we arrive at eternity's shore Where death is just a memory and tears are no more We'll enter in as the wedding bells ring Your bride will come together and we'll sing You're beautiful Communion Service One: Let us pray: God of all the ages, you have revealed your grace in our Savior, Jesus Christ. As we wait patiently on your mercies, strengthen us to live in your justice, that with open hearts we may hear and accomplish your will, through Christ, who lights the way to life everlasting, who by your Spirit was anointed to preach good news to the poor, proclaim release to the captives, set at liberty those who are oppressed. Christ healed the sick, fed the hungry, ate with sinners, and established the new covenant for forgiveness of sins. We live in the hope of His coming again. (Lift the bread, break it) We remember that on the night that our Lord Jesus Christ was betrayed, he took bread, and after giving thanks he broke it and he gave it to his disciples and said, “This is my body, given for you. Take and eat - all of you - in remembrance of me.” (Lift the cup) Likewise, after the supper, he took the cup, and after giving thanks, he said, “This is the cup of the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for the forgiveness of sin. Do this in remembrance of me.” And so, Lord God, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in our Lord Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves to you in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with the sacrifice of Christ for us, as we proclaim the mystery of our faith: Many: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. One: Because we all partake of the one bread and the one cup, we, though we are many, are one. So let us join in together in praying the prayer that the Lord taught all of the disciples to pray. Let us be so bold as to say: Many: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be your name, Your Kingdom come, Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread, Forgive our debts as we forgive our debtors, Save us from the time of trial, And deliver us from evil. For the Kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. One: God of salvation, pour out your Holy Spirit on us and on these your gifts. Make them by the power of your Spirit to be for us the body and blood of Christ, that we may be for the world the Body of Christ, redeemed by His blood. By your Spirit make us one in Christ, one with each other, and one in the ministry of Christ to all the world, until Christ comes in final victory. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And all God’s people said: Many: Amen. One: (Give instructions for coming forward to receive) The Table is prepared. All who are hungry and thirsty are invited to come forward to receive these gifts of grace. May Christ be fully formed in you. Come forward as you’re ready. Commitment Hymn: “God Will Take Care of You” UMH#130 vs. 1,4 Be not dismayed whate'er betide, God will take care of you; beneath his wings of love abide, God will take care of you. Refrain: God will take care of you, through every day, o'er all the way; he will take care of you, God will take care of you. No matter what may be the test, God will take care of you; lean, weary one, upon his breast, God will take care of you. (Refrain) Sending Forth/Unison Benediction One: May God bless you and keep you; may God’s face shine upon you and be gracious unto you; may God’s countenance be lifted upon you and give you peace, from this day forth and forevermore. Amen. Many: May the peace of the Lord go with us, wherever God may send us. May we embody the love, grace, and mercy of Christ to those we meet along the way. Amen. *Read Rev 19:11-Chapter 20 for next week |