UMH – United Methodist Hymnal
FWS – The Faith We Sing HymnalWelcome
Call to Worship
Leader: Come, let us worship God whose grace surrounds us when we feel tested and tried, empowering us to remain faithful disciples of Jesus Christ when we face chaos, division, injustice, and hardship.
People: We come to worship God who chooses us, empowers us, and inspires us to live as the Body of Christ in a broken and hurting world. Amen.
Opening Prayer
Sharing the Peace of Christ
“Gloria Patri” UMH 71
“Ye Servants of God” UMH 181
Children’s Message (Kids may go to Young Disciples)
“We Are the Church” UMH 558
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
Message “Entrusted Stewards”
Confession: Merciful and Loving God, You have entrusted us with the good news of Christ Jesus, yet, we have not always been faithful stewards of the gifts you have placed in our care. Forgive us when our words have proclaimed your love, but our actions have failed to embody it. Forgive us when we have forgotten our neighbor. Teach us to nurture one another in faith, give us courage to reflect your abundant love. We pray in the name of Jesus, who gave himself for us and calls us to love as we have been loved. Amen.
Tithes and Offerings
Doxology UMH 94
Prayer of Thanksgiving: Loving God, you call us to live the gospel. You test our hearts to daily serve, love, and share our lives with one another. Receive these gifts as signs of our gratitude and willingness to embody the good news of Christ. Amen.
“Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior” UMH 351
Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer
“Goodness of God”
Benediction
