GATHERING AS THE BODY OF CHRIST
Prelude
"The Friendly Beasts"
UMH #227
Welcome and Sharing of Announcements
A Time to Make Connections
Meditation Time
Introit
"Good Morning, Jesus"
Adult Choir
arr. Betty Pulkingham
(in-person service only)
Call to Worship
Liturgist: Come to the waters.
People: We gather at the river.
Liturgist: Come to the waters.
People: The waters of grace flow over us.
Liturgist: Come to the waters.
People: We are washed in God’s love.
Liturgist: Come to the waters.
People: We are God’s beloved children.
(Resource comes from The Abingdon Worship Annual 2025)
Opening Prayer
God of strength, God of love, surround us with your love. Gather us in as your beloved children. Open our ears to hear your voice. Open our hearts to the power of your transforming love. May your waters of grace pour over us, renewing us for your work in the world. Bless us in this holy time. Amen.
(Resource comes from The Abingdon Worship Annual 2025)
Opening Hymn
“Shall We Gather at the River”
UMH #723
Children's Time
Courtney Till
Joys and Concerns
Lord's Prayer
Prayer Response
“Jesus, Name above All Names”
TFWS #2071 (1 time)
based on Matthew 1:23 & Philippians 2:9
ATTENTION TO THE WORD OF GOD
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