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Sunday, January 23, 2022

3rd Sunday after Epiphany

Opening Welcome and Scripture Reading:

Song of Praise & Worship: “Indescribable”

Opening Hymn: “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” (Hymnal #57)

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Welcome & Announcements

Worship in Tithes & Offerings:

• Invest
• “Carrier” – Praise Team Live

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” (Hymnal #349)

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Sermon: “Is the Spirit of God Upon You?”

Rev. Dr. Jim Bolton (PUMC Sr. Pastor)

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Closing Hymn: “Shine, Jesus, Shine!”

Benediction

Sending Forth: “Shine, Jesus, Shine, fill this land with the Father’s glory…”

Postlude: “Hornpipe”…………………….G.F. Handel

Sunday, January 16, 2022

2nd Sunday after Epiphany

Opening Welcome and Scripture Reading:

Songs of Praise & Worship

• “Our God”
• “Way Maker”

Opening Hymn: “To God Be the Glory” (Hymnal #98)

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Welcome & Announcements

Worship in Tithes & Offerings:

• Invest
• Praise Team: “New Wine“

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “Be the Centre”

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: John 2:1-11

Sermon: “A Sign of the Wine”

Rev. Dr. Jim Bolton (PUMC Sr. Pastor)

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Closing Hymn: “I Surrender All” (Hymnal #354)

Benediction

Sending Forth: “I surrender all, I surrender all…“

Postlude: “Triumphal March”……….E. Grieg

Sunday, January 9, 2022

Baptism of the Lord Sunday

Opening Welcome and Scripture Reading:

Hear these words from Psalm 29 –

“Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly being, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.

Ascribe to the Lord the glory of His Name, worship the Lord in Holy splendor.

The voice of the Lord is upon the waters; the God of glory thunders,

The Lord, upon many waters.

The voice of the Lord is powerful the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.”

Songs of Praise & Worship

• “Majesty” (Hymnal #176)
• “Come Thou Fount, Come Thou King“

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Welcome & Announcements

Worship in Tithes & Offerings:

• Invest
• Ministry of Music: “Give Me Jesus“

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “What A Beautiful Name it Is” / ”When Jesus Came to Jordan” (Hymnal #252)

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: Isaiah 62:2-5 & Mark 1:1-11

Sermon: “What Delights God?”

Rev. Dr. Jim Bolton (PUMC Sr. Pastor)

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Closing Hymn: “Be Thou My Vision” (Hymnal #451)

Benediction

Sending Forth: “Sent Forth By God’s Blessing” (Hymnal #664 UMH, Verse 1)

Postlude: “Little Prelude & Fugue in C”………J.S. Bach

Sunday, January 2, 2022

2nd Sunday After Christmas

Opening Welcome and Scripture Reading:

Songs of the Season of Epiphany:

• “We Three Kings” (Hymnal #254)
• “Offering”

Prayer: “Let us pray…Heavenly Father, may we like the shepherds, the Wise Men and the Saints of Old come and worship You this day. May we seek Jesus anew in our lives, kneel at His feet, gaze into His face and may Jesus, the light of the world be our guide as we begin this new year. In the Name of Jesus we pray, AMEN”

Opening Song of the Season of Epiphany: “As With Gladness Men of Old”

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “One King” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “Another Year is Dawning”

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: John 1:1-18

Sermon: “Finding and Sharing God’s Light”

Rev. Glenn Chaplin, PUMC Minister of Visitation

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Closing Hymn: “Go, Tell it on the Mountain” (Hymnal #251)

Benediction

Sending Forth: “Go tell it on the mountain…“

Postlude: “March of the Kings”…………………………traditional French Melody

Sunday, December 26

Christmas Sunday

Opening Welcome and Call to Worship:

Song of Praise & Worship: “Good Christian Friends Rejoice” (Hymnal #224)

Carol of the Season: “Angels From the Realms of Glory” (Hymnal #220)

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Messiah” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Song of the Season: Away in a Manger

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: Luke 2: 1-20

“Sermon”: “Message in Song”- We’ll reflect on the meanings of several familiar Christmas Carols (similar to 2014 service)…

• Sing We now of Christmas (Hymnal #237)
• The Friendly Beasts (Hymnal 227)
• Infant Holy, Infant Lowly (Hymnal 229 )
• When Christmas Morn is Dawning (Hymnal 232)
• Rock-a-bye My Dear Little Boy

Conducted by Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Closing Carol: “The First Noel” (Hymnal #245)

Benediction

Sending Forth: “Keep Christmas with You”

Postlude:

Friday December 24- Christmas Eve

Sounds of the Season (7:00 PM)

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service (7:30 PM)

Introit: “All is Well“

Lighting of the Christ Candle (Valianti Family)

Unison Prayer: Let us pray…Great God of love and light, we thank you now for the light of that special star over two thousand years ago that guided humble shepherds and learn-ed wise men to the Holy Babe. Lead us now, by the light of your love, that we also may follow you to the new life in Him. In celebration of the birthday of our King and our Savior, Jesus Christ, we pray. AMEN.

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Opening Carol: “O Come, All Ye Faithful” (Hymnal #234, vs. 1, 3, 6)

Opening Prayer & Welcome

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Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 & Micah 5:2

Carol Medley:

• “It Came upon the Midnight Clear” (Hymnal #218, vs. 1 & 4)
• “O Little Town of Bethlehem” (Hymnal #230, all verses)
• “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”(Hymnal #240, all verses)

Time of Prayer

Ministry of Music: “Christmastime” (Voices in Praise Choir)

Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:1-11 & Luke 2:8-20

Christmas Message: “The Messiah: Fall on Your Knees Before Him” 1 John 4:7-10

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Closing Carol and Candle Lighting: “Silent Night, Holy Night” (Hymnal #239)

Unison Prayer for Christmas:

Almighty God, you made this Holy night shine with the brightness of the true light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of His glory; through Your only Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever, AMEN.

Benediction Response: “Christmas Isn’t Christmas“

“Christmas, isn’t Christmas ‘til it happens in your heart. Somewhere deep inside you, is where Christmas really starts. So give your heart to Jesus, you’ll discover when you do, That it’s Christmas, really Christmas, Christmas really Christmas, Christmas, really Christmas for you!”

Postlude: “Carols of Christmas”……………………………….G. Young

Sunday, December 19 2021

Fourth Sunday in Advent- Love

Opening Welcome and Call to Worship: Isaiah 40

Song of Praise & Worship: “Prepare the Way” (Lee Whitaker)

Lighting of the Advent Candle: Week 4- LOVE (Bazzel/Masotti/Marmelstien Families)

Carol of the Season: “People Look East” (Hymnal #202)

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: Bell Medley: Invest

• Carol of the Bells (Alleluia Bells)
• Ding Dong Merrily on High (Voices in Praise Choir)

Offertory Prayer

Song of the Season: “Love Came Down at Christmas” (Hymnal #242)

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: John 1:1-5 & Matthew 5:14-16

Sermon: “The Messiah Shines Brightly”

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Closing Carol: “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” (Hymnal #218)

Benediction

Sending Forth: “Love came down at Christmas…”

Postlude: “Glory to God in the Highest” with “Angels We Have Heard on High”…arranged by Susan Caudill

Sunday, December 12

Third Sunday in Advent

Opening Welcome and Call to Worship:

Song of Praise & Worship: “Hymn of Joy / Rejoice, Emmanuel Has Come”

Lighting of the Advent Candle: Week 3- Joy (Downham Family)

Carol of the Season: “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” (Hymnal #211)

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Angels We Have Heard on High” (Hymnal #238- Alleluia Bells) Invest

Offertory Prayer

Baptism: (Liturgy on Hymnal page 39)

Song of the Season: “Emmanuel, Emmanuel” (Hymnal #204)

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-5 Mark 1:1-8 & Hebrews 1:1-14

Sermon: “The Messiah ind His Call for Us to Come Home”

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Closing Carol: “Once in Royal David’s City” (Hymnal #250, verses 1-3)

Benediction

Sending Forth: “Once in Royal David’s City”, verse 4

“And at last our eyes shall see Him, through His own redeeming love; For that child so dear and gentle is our Lord in Heaven above; And He leads His children on, to the place where He has gone.”

Postlude: “Bring A Torch, Jeanette Isabella”………arranged by Keith Chapman

Sunday, December 5

Second Sunday in Advent

Opening Welcome and Call to Worship: 1 Peter 1:8-9

Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

Song of Praise & Worship: “The Heart of Worship”/”The Heart of Christmas”

Lighting of the Advent Candle: Week 2- Love (Ekfeld Family)

Carol of the Season: “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” (Hymnal #240)

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Breath of Heaven” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Song of the Season: “In The Bleak Midwinter” (Hymnal #221)

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 & Luke 2:8-12

Sermon: The Messiah, and Humanity’s Need for Saving

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Communion:

• Consecration (Advent Liturgy)
• Liturgy: from Hymnal pages 12-14

Closing Carol: “What Child is This? (Hymnal #219)

Benediction

Sending Forth: In the Bleak Midwinter, verse 4

“What can I give Him, poor as I am? If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb; If I were a Wise Man, I would do my part; yet what I can I give Him, give my heart.”

Postlude: “Yuletide Echoes” (arr. William Hodson)

Sunday, November 28

First Sunday in Advent

Opening Welcome and Call to Worship: Isa 9:2

Song of Praise & Worship: “Here I Am to Worship”

Lighting of the Advent Candle: Week 1- HOPE

Carol of the Season: “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” (Hymnal #196)

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Hope Has A Name” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Song of the Season: “Shine on Us“

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: Micah 5:2 Matthew 1:18-25, & Matthew 2:1-6

Sermon: “Political Leaders, Kingdoms, and The Messiah”

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Closing Carol: “O Little Town of Bethlehem” (Hymnal #230)

Benediction

Sending Forth: “Hope has a Name; Emmanuel, the Light of the World who broke through the darkness. All hail the King, Emmanuel, the Light of the World, the Glory of heaven.”

Postlude: Arrangement of “Sing We Now of Christmas“

Sunday, November 21

26th Sunday After Pentecost- Bible Sunday

Opening Welcome: Join with me in reading Psalm 100:

Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth!

Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing!

Know that the LORD, he is God! It is he who made us, and we are his;

we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!

For the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.

Let us come together in worship, entering His gates with Thanksgiving, and His courts with praise!

Songs of Praise & Worship:

• “I Will Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving” (Psalm 100)
• “Forever” (Psalm 106)

Worship Leader:

The words of our opening hymn came from a lad only 16 years of age, in England, in 1826. His name was Henry Alford. He came from a long line of clergymen. His first charge, after graduation from Trinity College, Cambridge, was in Wymeswold, Leicestershire. His gentle disposition, cheerful attitude and sheer genius catapulted him to fame and high honor. He was a versatile man: an artist, an organist and singer, composer of verses and a very talented speaker. His literary ability was climaxed with the completion of The Greek Testament, a commentary of four volumes, which required 20 years of hard labor.

It is reported that he loved to mingle with the common man. He never seemed to lose his vision of the pit from which he, too, had been lifted. He was thankful. In the fall of 1844, while he was at Wymeswold, his first charge, the people of this hamlet decided to have a festival, rejoicing in the abundant harvest already gathered into their barns. For this particular occasion, the people sang a song by Alford had written a song which has been sung, perhaps millions of times during Thanksgiving celebrations:

“Come, ye thankful people, come, Raise the song of harvest-home.”

As we sing this inspiring song, let us rededicate ourselves to a life of thankfulness. Let us learn to see and appreciate the little things that we so often overlook.

“Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Ephesians 5:20

Opening Hymn: “Come, Ye Thankful People Come!” Hymnal #694 (Psalm 95:2)

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Rejoice, Give Thanks and Sing!” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Baptism: (Liturgy on Hymnal page 39)

Prayer Chorus: “Thy Word” Hymnal #601 (Psalm 119:105)

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: Selections from Psalm 119: 9-16, 33-40, 57-64

Sermon: “Be Sure to Read the Instructions”

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Closing Song: “Great is Thy Faithfulness” Hymnal #140 (Lamentations 3:22-23)

Benediction Response: “The Lord Bless & Keep You” (Numbers 6:24-26)

Postlude: “Now Thank We All Our God” (Hymnal #102– Marche Triomphale)

Sunday, November 14

25th Sunday After Pentecost – Generosity Sunday

Opening Welcome:

Hear these words from Psalm 103: Bless the Lord O my soul; all my inmost being praise His Holy Name. Bless the Lord O my soul and forget now all His benefits-who forgives your sins and heals all your diseases. Bless the Lord, all His heavenly hosts, you his servants who do His will. Bless the Lord O my soul!

Songs of Praise & Worship:

• “Bless the Lord, O My Soul (10,000 Reasons)”
• “Let Everything that Has Breath Praise the Lord”

Worship Leader: Our opening hymn today is based primarily on the rich imagery of Psalm 104:1-7: “Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, you are very great. You are clothed with honor and majesty, wrapped in light as with a garment. You stretch out the heavens like a tent, you set the beams of your chambers on the waters, you make the clouds your chariot, you ride on the wings of the wind, you make the winds your messengers, fire and flame your ministers. You set the earth on its foundations, so that it shall never be shaken. You cover it with the deep as with a garment; the waters stood above the mountains. At your rebuke they flee; at the sound of your thunder they take to flight.”

Opening Hymn: “O Worship the King” (Hymnal #73)

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Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Lord of Everything” – Lee Whitaker Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “Give Thanks”

Congregational Prayer

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Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:18-26, Luke 19:1-10, and Psalm 100

Sermon: “Gratitude: The Catalyst to Being a Blessing”

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

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Closing Song: “For The Beauty of the Earth” (Hymnal #92)

Benediction Response: “Lord, Dismiss Us with Thy Blessing” (Hymnal #671)

Postlude: Postlude on the Hymn tune, “Lyons” (“O Worship the King”)

Sunday, November 7

24th Sunday After Pentecost

Please Remember: “Fall Back” one hour on Saturday night! This is the week where we switch from Daylight Savings time to Standard Time

Opening Welcome:

Hear these words from Psalm 104 – “Praise the Lord, O my soul. O Lord, You are very great, you are clothed with splendor and majesty. He wraps Himself in light as with a garment; He stretches out the heavens like a tent, and lays beams of His upper chambers on their waters. How many are your works O Lord! In wisdom You made them all, the earth is full of your creatures. When You send Your Spirit, they are created and You renew the face of the earth. May the glory of the Lord endure forever, may the Lord rejoice in His works. I will sing to the Lord all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live. May my meditation be pleasing to Him as I rejoice in the Lord. Praise the Lord O my soul!”

Songs of Praise & Worship:

• “Indescribable”
• “Shout to the Lord”

Hear these words of Paul from I Timothy 1:15-17, “The saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, and I am the foremost of sinners; but I received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience for an example to those who were to believe in him for eternal life. To the King of the ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever, Amen.”

Opening Hymn: “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” (Hymnal #103)

Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Gratitude” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “In the Garden” (Hymnal #314)

– a special song of PUMC as we recognize our 136th anniversary on November 10.

Congregational Prayer

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-11

Special Video Presentation

Sermon: “God’s Generosity to Us (pt 2)”

Rev. Dr Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

Communion:

• Liturgy: from Hymnal pages 12-14
• Communion Chorus…

Closing Song: “O God Our Help in Ages Past” (Hymnal #117)

Benediction Response: “Sent forth by. God’s blessing…” (Hymnal #664)

Postlude: “Postlude on Melita” – “Eternal Father, Strong to Save”

– In honor of our Veterans – Veterans Day, November 11

Sunday, October 31

23rd Sunday After Pentecost

Reformation Sunday

Opening Welcome:

Hear these words from the book of Isaiah (40:30-31)…

“Even youths may faint and grow weary, and young men stumble and fall. But those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not faint…

I, the Lord have called you for a righteous purpose, and I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and appoint you to be a covenant for the people and a light to the nations.

Let us draw near to God as we worship him, our Hope, Our Strength and our deliverer…

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Songs of Praise & Worship:

• “Everlasting God”
• “Who You Say I Am”

Opening Hymn: “A Mighty Fortress is Our God” (Hymnal #110)

Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “This is Church” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “I Lift My Eyes Up”

Congregational Prayer

Scripture: John 13:35

Sermon: ” Compassion: Let’s Change the World”

Rev. Nate Steury, Missionary in Zambia

Closing Song: ”They’ll Know We Are Christians By Our Love”

Benediction Response: “Go Forth in Joy” Verse 4 (Hymnal #670)

Postlude: Tocatta in D minor…………………….J.S. Bach

Sunday, October 24

22nd Sunday After Pentecost

Opening Welcome:

True worship is really defined by the importance of God in our daily lives. This is why Paul tells us, “I appeal to you, therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.” (Romans 12:1) Worship overflows from hearts surrendered to Christ.

Lord, may we fully surrender ourselves to Worship you today, and every day, for You are worthy of our thanks and praise. May we be true believers who worship You in spirit and in truth.

Songs of Praise & Worship:

• “You’re Worthy of My Praise”
• “Sing to the King”

Opening Hymn: “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” (Hymnal #57)

Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Lord, Be Glorified” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: Grace Alone

Congregational Prayer

Scripture: Psalm 36:1-12 & Luke 4:14-37

Sermon: “God’s Generosity to Us”

Rev. Dr. Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

Closing Song: “Amazing Grace, My Chains Are Gone!”

Benediction Response: My chains are gone...

Postlude: “O Zion, Haste” (Hymnal #573) ……..arranged D. Torrans

Sunday, October 17

21st Sunday After Pentecost – Laity Sunday

Opening Welcome: (Praise Team Live)

Hear these words from Psalm 71…

“In You, O Lord I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. Be my rock of refuge to which I can always go. But as for me, I will always have hope; I will praise You more and more. Your righteousness reaches to the skies Lord, You who have done great things. I will praise you for your faithfulness O my God.”

These words from Psalm 71 is a testimony by its writer of what God has done for us. As we gather for worship today, these words still ring true as we praise Jesus-our Way Maker, miracle worker, promise keeper, and the light in a darkened world.

Songs of Praise & Worship: (Praise Team Live)

• “Way Maker”
• “Lord Reign in Me”

Opening Hymn: “Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah” (Hymnal #127)

Welcome & Announcements (Larry Bakely & Brian Foley)

Offertory: “The Calling” (Lee Whitaker) Invest

Offertory Prayer (Sue Crispin)

Baptism: Liturgy- Hymnal page 39 (Pastor Jim)

Prayer Chorus: “Just As I Am” (Hymnal #357)

Congregational Prayer (Jennifer Andrade)

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 2:11-14

Sermon: “Called and Qualified” Larry Bakely, PUMC Lay Leader

Closing Hymn: “Here Am I Lord” (Hymnal #593)

Sending Forth: Blessing From Numbers 6

Benediction Response: ”Here I Am Lord, is it I Lord?”

Postlude: “CWM Rhondda” (Tune to “Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah”)

Sunday, October 10

20th Sunday After Pentecost

Opening Welcome:

Hear these words from Psalm 86 –

“Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth;

Give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever!

Song of Praise & Worship: “Cry of My Heart”

Call to Worship:

Leader: Hear my prayer, O Lord; in your faithfulness give ear to my supplications; In your righteousness answer me! I remember the days of old; I meditate on what you have done; I think about what your hands have wrought.

Congregation: I stretch out my hands to you; my soul thirsts for you like a parched land.

Leader: Answer me quickly Lord, for my spirit is failing.

Congregation: Do not hide your face from me or I will be like those who go down to the pit. Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you.

Leader: Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.

Congregation: Rescue me from my enemies, Lord, for I hide myself in you.

Leader: Teach me to do your will, for you are my God;

ALL: May your good Spirit lead me on level ground.

Leader: Lead us Lord, Take our lives, may they be consecrated to You.

Opening Hymn: “Take My Life, and Let it Be”

Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “Holy Spirit, Rain Down”

Congregational Prayer

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Sermon: “Life is A Puzzle At Times” Rev Glenn Chaplin, PUMC Pastor of Visitation

Closing Hymn: “Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart”(Hymnal #500, vs 1, 4 & 5)

Sending Forth: “Let Us Now Depart in Thy Peace” (Hymnal #668 – online lyrics unavailable…)

Postlude: “Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart”

Sunday, October 3

19th Sunday After Pentecost World Wide Communion Sunday

Opening Welcome:

As we gather to worship our Great God this World-wide communion Sunday, hear these words from Revelation 7

I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. And they cried out in a loud voice: “Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.” All the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. They fell down on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, saying: “Amen! Praise and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength be to our God for ever and ever. Amen!”

Men and women of faith, let us join as the people of God to praise Him!

Songs of Praise & Worship:

• “Shout to the North“
• “We Are Marching in the Light of God” (Siyahamba)

Opening Hymn: “Forward Through the Ages” (Hymnal #555)

Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands”/”This is My Father’s World” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “In Christ There is No East or West” (Hymnal #548) (Verse 3?)

Congregational Prayer

Scripture: Galatians 3:22-28 Ephesians 4:1-6

Sermon: “It’s a Small, Small World” Rev Dr. Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

Communion:

• Liturgy: from Hymnal pages 12-14
• Communion Chorus: “One Bread, One Body” (Hymnal #620)

Closing Hymn: “O Church of God United” (Hymnal #547)

Sending Forth: “May Thy great prayer be answered…” (Hymnal #547, verse 4)

Postlude: “St. Gertrude” (tune to “Forward Through the Ages”)

Sunday, September 26

18th Sunday After Pentecost

Opening Welcome: From Psalm 145:1-6…

I will extol you, my God and King, and bless your name forever and ever.

Every day I will bless you and praise your name forever and ever.

Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised, and his greatness is unsearchable.

One generation shall commend your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts.

On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works, I will meditate.

They shall speak of the might of your awesome deeds, and I will declare your greatness.

Songs of Praise & Worship:

• “Great Are You Lord”
• “Holy is the Lord”

Hear these words from Isaiah 6:1-3…

In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple.

Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew.

And one called to another and said: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!”

As Isaiah saw a vision, and heard the hosts singing as one, let us join together and proclaim, “Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord God Almighty!”

Opening Hymn: “Holy, Holy, Holy” (Hymnal #64)

Welcome & Announcements

Offertory: “Because of Who You Are” Invest

Offertory Prayer

Prayer Chorus: “Knowing You”

Congregational Prayer

Scripture: John 6:25-59 & Exodus 3:13-14

Sermon: “Do Jesus and Sam I Am Have Anything in Common?” Rev Dr. Jim Bolton, PUMC Sr. Pastor

Closing Hymn: “Be Thou My Vision” (Hymnal #451)

Sending Forth: “Be Thou My Vision- Verse 4”

Postlude: based on the hymn tune, “Slane” (Tune to “Be Thou My Vision”)