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Rolland R. Reece

... pray, in the name of him who calls us to gather the harvest. Amen. O God, the closer we draw to Jesus, the more wondrous are his words from the cross, "Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing." It occurs to us that we can explain away these valiant words by reminding ourselves that after all he is God. You could expect something like this from him. But if he is flesh of our flesh, then is it expected of us to do something similar? How can this be? You see us in court rooms, railing at ...

2. Prayers for Epiphany

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Rolland R. Reece

Epiphany We wonder, our heavenly Ruler, about the three wise men who brought gifts of frankincense and myrrh to the Christ child, some months or years after his birth. What a presence they must have made in Bethlehem. Did the commonplace appearance of the Holy Family's home cause them to think they might have come to the wrong place? Did they wonder about the plainness of the friends of Joseph, Mary, and Jesus? Perhaps they stepped outside their abode to recheck the position of the guiding star. Did these ...

3. Lent 2

Luke 13:31-35

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Jack Brownlee

ORDER OF SERVICE Opening Words L: Let us worship our Creator, the God of Love. P: God continually preserves and sustains us. L: We have been forgiven to embrace new life. P: Through Jesus Christ we have received the full love of God. Hymn "How Firm A Foundation" Prayer Of Confession Unto thee, O Lord do I lift up my soul. I put my trust in thee, O God. Show thy paths, teach thy ways, lead in thy truth; remember, O Lord, thy tender mercies. Do not remember my sin. Take from me my self justification. Center ...

4. Candle Lighting · all five services

Matthew 3:1-12, Psalm 119:1-176, Luke 2:1-7, Luke 2:8-20, 1 Peter 1:1-12

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J. B. Quisenberry

Litany Of Repentance Leader: "The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light;'' People: "They that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined." Leader: We are that people. People: The light shines upon us. Leader: It shines into the darkness of our souls. People: It exposes our sins. Leader: When we admit our wrongdoing; People: When we repent; Leader: The light of Christ will burn our sins away and make us clean. People: Thanks be to God! Scripture Reading: ...

5. Maundy Thursday Service

John 13:1-17, 31b-35

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Howard Eshbaugh

Call to Worship Leader: Praise the Lord, all nations. People: Christ died for our sins. Leader: Extol him, all peoples. People: Christ was buried but was raised from the dead. Leader: For great is his steadfast love toward us. People: In love God gave his Son. Leader: The faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. People: God's faithfulness has been shown to us In Christ. All: Praise the Lord. Prayer (unison) Father God, we come together on this night to remember Jesus' celebration of the passover with his ...

6. Easter Sunday

John 20:1-9

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H. Burnham Kirkland

Call To Worship Christ is risen! The Lord is risen indeed! Glory and honor, dominion and power be to God for ever and ever. Christ is risen! Alleluia! Invocation God of life, the women came to the tomb on the first day of the week, hands laden with the spices of sadness. So we come this morning, hearts broken by the sin of the world. You met them in resurrection power, and sent them running down the path to tell others that the tomb was empty. Meet us this morning in our songs and story, in scripture and ...

7. Ash Wednesday

Joel 2:1-2, 12-17, Matthew 6:1-4, Matthew 6:16-18, 2 Corinthians 5:11--6:2

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Russell F. Anderson

Theme: A call to repentance and renewal. The people are called to return to the Lord with acts of worship, giving and devotion that spring from the heart. COMMENTARY Old Testament: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 We know little about the writer of this book and there are no historical markers by which to judge the period in which it was composed. Many scholars believe that Joel lived in the Persian period (559-331 B.C.). We do know that he had a keen interest in the temple and can surmise that he hails from priestly ...

8. Fourth Sunday In Advent - Joy!

Luke 1:46-56, Luke 1:39-45

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David M. Oliver

Introduction to this Service On this fourth Sunday of Advent, joy is theme of the service. Everyone is asked to bring a joyful spirit and a willingness to sing to the Lord. Not everyone feels what we commonly associate with joy. The holidays are difficult for some people. A meaning of joy that does not rely on pleasant circumstances is explored in this message. People may wonder what joy is, true joy, godly joy. We get a sense of the meaning of joy by hearing some contrasts. True joy is oftentimes quiet ...

9. Prayers for Pentecost

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Rolland R. Reece

Eternal God, as accustomed as we are to all kinds of people demonstrating on our streets, we find ourselves taking a second look at the people who gathered on the occasion of Pentecost. First, they were on the street at 9 a.m. -- that seems a little early to us. Second, though they were all supposed to be from Galilee, when they spoke it was in the languages of all the foreigners who were in Jerusalem on that day. Third, their unusual behavior was attributed to the Holy Spirit. Lord, we know that some of ...

10. Hearing the Difficult News

Mark 9:30-37

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Robert D. Ingram

Greeting (Call a child to the front of the sanctuary. One of the ornery ones with a reputation for upsetting adults would be best. [It would also be a good idea to speak to the child and his or her parents before the service so that their cooperation is gained.] Then say the following words.) Leader 1: Jesus said, "Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me." Leader 2: That all we adults, gathered for something as important as ...

11. Taking Christ's Side

Mark 9:38-41

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RobertT D. Ingram

Greeting Leader: Jesus said, "You are the salt of the earth." Congregation: Lord, put the taste of Christ's love in our mouths and in our deeds. Leader: Jesus said, "For everyone will be salted with fire." Congregtion: Lord, as our love is tested, preserve us with your strength. Leader: Jesus said, "If salt has lost it saltiness, how can you season it?" Congregation: Lord, if love does not flavor our actions; then what value are we to anyone? Leader: Jesus said, "Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace ...

12. What Must We Do?

Mark 10:17-31

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RobertT D. Ingram

Greeting Leader: A man asked Jesus, "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" And Jesus answered him, "You know the commandments." Left: You shall have no other gods. Right: You shall not make for yourself an idol. Left: You shall not make wrongful use of the name of the Lord your God. Right: Remember the sabbath day and keep it holy. Left: Honor your father and your mother. Right: You shall not murder. Left: You shall not commit adultery. Right: You shall not steal. Left: You shall not bear false witness ...

13. First Sunday after Christmas Day

Isaiah 63:7-9, Isaiah 63:7--64:12, Matthew 2:13-23, Hebrews 2:10-18

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter--Psalms 148 First Lesson--The prophet speaks of a divine presence more immediate than messenger or angel. Isaiah 63:7-9 Second Lesson--The writer to the Hebrews explains the reason for the humanity of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Hebrews 2:10-18 Gospel--Matthew closely links the childhood survival of Jesus with Old Testament prophecies. Matthew 2:13-23 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: With the whole congregation we ...

14. Proper 7

1 Kings 19:1-15a, Psalm 42 and 43, Isaiah 65:1-9, Luke 8:26-39, Galatians 3:23-29

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Julia Ross Strope

Call To Worship Leader: I’m so glad you’re here! There are seats for everyone; there’s slight air movement; the windows engender tranquility and imagination and words will stimulate fresh thoughts. People: It’s good to be here, in sanctuary. We’re glad for opportunities to gather and to express our gratitude to God and our appreciation for one another. Leader: Set aside the remnants of last week; close the calendar for the week ahead. Be emotionally present for this hour, expecting Holy refreshment. Prayer ...

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