July 16, 2023
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
July 16, 2023 Livestream Worship Online Bulletin
Gathering:
Chiming of the Trinity
Prelude
Wonderful Words of Life arr. James Koerts
Welcome and Announcements
Recognition of our High School Graduate - Eli Payne
Call to Worship
We have gathered in God's holy presence, the One who etches grace on our hearts.
This is the place where God will transform us into disciples.
We glorify our God, who yearns for justice, not just for a favored few, but for the least of our world.
This is the place where God will write compassion on our souls.
We give thanks to God for unceasing grace, we remember God's persistence in saving us.
This is the place where God will breathe the Word into our lives. + +
Hymn
O Spirit of the Living God UMH# 539
Stanzas 1, 2, 3
Children’s Message
Joys and Concerns and Prayers with The Lord’s Prayer
UMH# 895
The Reading from the New Testament
Anthem
The Fruits of the Spirit Natalie Sleeth
A Reading from the Gospel
Sermon
Preparing Soil | Rev. Lisa Hartzog
Confession of Sin and Assurance of Pardon
Our gracious and powerful God wants blessings and fullness of life for us all. God was, and is, willing to reach us where we are and be in loving relationship with us. In the name of Jesus Christ, we 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
Make a Gift of a Tithe or Offering
Doxology | UMH# 94
Hymn
The Servant Song TFWS# 2222
Postlude
Hymn of Promise arr. John Carter
Today’s worship participants
Our Pastor: Rev. Lisa Hartzog
Music Director: Dr. Joel Reed
Pianist: Patty Higgins
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