March 9th, 2025

Payette United Methodist Church
March 9, 2025 – 11:00 AM
Welcome
 
Passing the Peace “Family of God”
 
Hymn: “He Has Made Me Glad”                                    TFWS#2270
            “This Is the Day”                                                  UMH#657                                        
 
 
          Call to Worship - Deanna Carr
One: Jesus began his ministry to the world, led by the Spirit into the wilderness.
Many: So let us be led by the Spirit, even into uncomfortable places.
One: In those forty days, and in that place, Jesus was faced with hunger, doubt, and temptation.
Many: So let us be led by the Spirit, even into uncomfortable choices.
One: Jesus left the wilderness, faithful and obedient to God, rejoicing in the One in whom he trusted.
Many: So let us be led by the Spirit on the path to faithfulness and obedience. Amen.
Opening Prayer (in unison) - Deanna Carr
God of forgiveness, during this Lenten season, enlighten us to walk in truth and love; may we use the freedom your grace has given us to liberate those with burdens too heavy to bear; help us to love others as you love them; and comfort us as we journey with you to the Cross. Amen.
                                   
Hymn: Gloria Patri                                                            UMH#70                                                
Scripture Reading:                               Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 (CEB)
Lenten Candle Liturgy                                                Deanna Carr

Hymn: “I Love Thy Kingdom”                                      UMH#540 vs. 1-3
Prayers of the People                                                        Danny Crego
Offering Prayer                                                                Danny Crego
Doxology                                                                                  UMH#95 
Hymn: “Change My Heart, O God”                                     TFWS#2152
                       
Sermon: Psalm 51:1-17 (CEB)                                           Pastor Mary Beth
 
Hymn: “Sunday’s Palms Are Wednesday’s Ashes”    TFWS#2138 vs 1-2
 
Imposition of the Ashes and Communion Service
 
Announcements   
Sending Forth/Benediction – Pastor Mary Beth
One: Whatever wilderness the Spirit has brought you to: walk in boldness, as a beloved child of God, walk in peace, under the shelter of the Most High, walk in faith, knowing Christ walks with you.
Many: Lent reminds us that life is short, and we do not have much time to gladden the hearts of those we meet; so God, transform our hearts, so we may leave this place ready to love with unhesitating kindness. Amen.

 Prayer List
Continue to pray for: Irene Jeffries, Lis Williamson, Grace Hammon, Ed Parsons, Gary Olson, Shane Wright, Pastor Mary Beth for her exams, Todd Lambert, Danny Crego, Lyna’s friend Charles
 
Lyna’s cousin George passed away last week. Keep his family in your prayers.

Upcoming Events:
 
The Finance Committee will meet on Tuesday, March 11th at noon in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend.
 
Weiser Little Theater presents Bedlam & Breakfast starting April 10th. The poster is on the bulletin board. Get your tickets now!