August 13, 2023
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
August 13, 2023 Livestream Worship Online Bulletin
Gathering:
Libera Mea Fauré/arr. Scott Camp
Handbell Choir
Prelude
I Come with Joy arr. John Carter
Welcome
Call to Worship
Based on Matthew 14:22-33
We gather together to worship God,
who comes to us when we least expect it,
who calls us out of the safety of our ordered lives
and invites us to join Him in the adventure of faith.
Let’s worship God together!
Hymn
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty UMH# 139
Children’s Message
Readings from the Old Testament
Joys and Concerns and Prayers with The Lord’s Prayer
UMH# 895
Trio
Thank You for the Valley Augustus M. Toplady
Trillium – Connie Kramer, Carole Marrs, Mary Ruth Roberts
Reading from the Gospels
Sermon
How to Walk on Water | Rev. Lisa Hartzog
Confession of Sin and Assurance of Pardon
Our Lord crosses the storms of our lives that we might know the fullness of life. Our Lord calms our fears and opens us to a love that transforms our lives. Know without doubt, in the name of Jesus Christ you are forgiven and made new.
In the name of Jesus Christ we are forgiven and made new. Thanks be to God.
Blessing of the Tithes and Offerings
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Doxology | UMH# 94
Hymn
Children of the Heavenly Father UMH# 141
Announcements & Blessing
Announcements and Dismissal with Blessing | Rev. Lisa Hartzog
Musical Benediction
Dona Nobis Pacem Traditional Latin
Please remain seated for the musical benediction
Today’s worship participants
Our Pastor: Rev. Lisa Hartzog
Music Director: Dr. Joel Reed
Pianist: Patty Higgins
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