UMH – United Methodist Hymnal
FWS – The Faith We Sing Hymnal
Prelude
Welcome
Sharing the Peace of Christ
Gloria Patri (UMH 71)
Call to Worship
Leader: Come to this time of gathering and praise.
People: Everyone is welcome here.
Leader: This is a place of hope, healing, and open minds.
People: Today we will worship the Lord.
Leader: God is good; praise be to God!
All: We praise the God of mercy and love! Amen.
Worship Music Love the Lord; Cornerstone
Prayer Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
Children’s Message
Scripture Matthew 10:24-39
Leader: The word of God for the people of God
People: Thanks be to God.
Message Following
Song of Reflection Hold Me Jesus
Prayer of Confession
Gracious God, we come to you in need of forgiveness and grace. You call us to trust in you completely, but we are timid and fearful. Forgive us. Pour out your Holy Spirit on us, and help us to trust in Jesus. Amen.
Giving Our Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
Doxology (UMH 94)
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord, bless these gifts that they may be used for ministries of compassion. Bless these people gathered here, bringing their gifts and their lives in service to you. For we offer ourselves and our gifts to you. Amen.
Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer (UMH 895)
Closing Worship Goodness of God
Benediction
Reprise Goodness of God
