NOTES: Today is our special worship for Veteran's Day prepared by the DWSOS Women's group.
SCRIPTURE: John 15:12-17
12 “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. 13 No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. 14 You are my friends if you do what I command you. 15 I do not call you servants[d] any longer, because the servant[e] does not know what the master is doing; but I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from my Father. 16 You did not choose me but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that will last, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask him in my name. 17 I am giving you these commands so that you may love one another.
8:30 AM Order of Service
The Gathering
Welcome
Centering Moment: "Honor, Remember and Give Thanks"Rev. Mark will introduce the worship center (visual exhibit) in light of the day's worship theme.
Prelude
We Gather in The Light of Christ
Lighting the Christ Candles
Children come forward to light the candles as we share the responsive reading.
Leader: In the beginning, God said,
People: 'Let there be light' and there was light!
Leader: We light these candles today,
People: Because God is with us in this time and in this place!
Hymn of Praise: CH#581 "Near to the Heart of God" sts. 1 & 2
Call to Worship Linda Blair
Leader: This is a place of full release,
People: Near to the heart of God.
Leader: A place where all is joy and peace,
People: Near to the heart of God.
Leader: Jesus Christ, sent from the heart of God into this world, joins us here today.
People: We are held, close and beloved, friends of God, as we gather to worship.
Invocation Unison
O Beloved One,
All the ends of the earth marvel
at your deeds of power; we feel your presence
as growth returning to the countryside;
we rejoice as we remember your faithfulness and steadfast love
revealed in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Fill us with generosity and courage
so that we may be called your friends
and go forth to befriend your world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
— from Friends of God: Service Prayers for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, written by the Rev. Susan A. Blain.
We Pray Together
We Share Our Joys &
Concern
Prayer Hymn:CH#673 "Down by the Riverside sts. 1 & 2
Praying Together Jackie Burnside
Holy
God, may we hear your voice
In the stillness of night, in clatter of day
You call us, and we respond,
Here I am!
May we follow you and
May we love as you love.
In the stillness of night, in clatter of day
You call us, and we respond,
Here I am!
May we follow you and
May we love as you love.
Teach us deep loving for those who walk among us everyday.
Ordinary and yet, having served our nation and our commonwealth
through thick and thin, we name as Veterans, with voice and heart...
*
for all who have served in the military during war time, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for all who have served to keep the peace, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who came home pretty much okay, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those for whom everything fell apart, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who lost friends in the fray, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who carried friends out, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who faced the enemy, and maybe still do, deep inside, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
We give you thanks for every one, pledging our awareness and our care as we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
Holy One, through trials and turbulence
Make us steady, your hands
Holding strong the fragile and weak
May we love as you love.
Gracious God, may the fruits of our lives
be food for the hungry, bread
clothing, shelter, fire, water, Word
May we love as you love.
God of justice, remove the barriers
Of our lives that keep us from
One another, barriers we construct
Based on skin color, religion, or gender
May we hear, and follow, graciously.
May we love as you love.
Loving God, take this day our fears our
Worries, distractions, and all
Turn them into grace and mercy. May we love as you love.
Amen.
Make us steady, your hands
Holding strong the fragile and weak
May we love as you love.
Gracious God, may the fruits of our lives
be food for the hungry, bread
clothing, shelter, fire, water, Word
May we love as you love.
God of justice, remove the barriers
Of our lives that keep us from
One another, barriers we construct
Based on skin color, religion, or gender
May we hear, and follow, graciously.
May we love as you love.
Loving God, take this day our fears our
Worries, distractions, and all
Turn them into grace and mercy. May we love as you love.
Amen.
We Contemplate God’s Word
Scripture: John 15:12-17 Rev. Lisa CR
Sermon/Meditation
We Honor, Remember and Give Thanks
Litany: 3 Readers
1. Debbie Carpenter 2. Patty Davis 3. Linda Blair
Reader 1: God of love, peace and justice, it is your will for the world that we may live together in peace. You have promised through the prophet Isaiah that one day the swords will be beaten into plowshares. Yet we live in a broken world, and there are times that war seems inevitable. Let us recognize with humility and sadness the tragic loss of life that comes in war. Even so, as we gather here free from persecution, we may give thanks for those that have served with courage and honor.
Reader 2: Please rise--Those that are in our presence that are either in active duty or reserve duty, and the fathers, mothers, siblings, spouses and grandparents of those that are currently serving.
All: God, we praise you for those that are willing to serve. Let all Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Airmen and Coast Guardsmen serve with honor, pride, and compassion. Do not let their hearts be hardened by the actions they must take. Strengthen their families. Keep them surrounded in your love and peace.
Reader 3: Please rise--Those that are in our presence that have served in the military in the past.
All: God, we praise you for those that have served in the military. We thank you for those that put the welfare of others ahead of their own safety. Let us all be inspired by their self-sacrifice in service to those who needed protection.
Reader 2: Please rise--Those that are in our presence who have lost a loved one in war.
All: God, we praise you for those that have made the ultimate sacrifice. We ask that you comfort those that still feel the pain of their loss. Keep us mindful that you have promised to comfort those that mourn.
Reader 3: Please rise--Those who have gathered in your name in safety because of the sacrifices of others.
All: God, we praise you for granting us these freedoms. Let us honor those who have served by working for peace. Let us never forget those that have served, and let us never let go of your promise of peace.
1. Debbie Carpenter 2. Patty Davis 3. Linda Blair
Reader 1: God of love, peace and justice, it is your will for the world that we may live together in peace. You have promised through the prophet Isaiah that one day the swords will be beaten into plowshares. Yet we live in a broken world, and there are times that war seems inevitable. Let us recognize with humility and sadness the tragic loss of life that comes in war. Even so, as we gather here free from persecution, we may give thanks for those that have served with courage and honor.
Reader 2: Please rise--Those that are in our presence that are either in active duty or reserve duty, and the fathers, mothers, siblings, spouses and grandparents of those that are currently serving.
All: God, we praise you for those that are willing to serve. Let all Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Airmen and Coast Guardsmen serve with honor, pride, and compassion. Do not let their hearts be hardened by the actions they must take. Strengthen their families. Keep them surrounded in your love and peace.
Reader 3: Please rise--Those that are in our presence that have served in the military in the past.
All: God, we praise you for those that have served in the military. We thank you for those that put the welfare of others ahead of their own safety. Let us all be inspired by their self-sacrifice in service to those who needed protection.
Reader 2: Please rise--Those that are in our presence who have lost a loved one in war.
All: God, we praise you for those that have made the ultimate sacrifice. We ask that you comfort those that still feel the pain of their loss. Keep us mindful that you have promised to comfort those that mourn.
Reader 3: Please rise--Those who have gathered in your name in safety because of the sacrifices of others.
All: God, we praise you for granting us these freedoms. Let us honor those who have served by working for peace. Let us never forget those that have served, and let us never let go of your promise of peace.
We Gather at The Lord’s Table
Invitation to the Table Rev. Mark CR
Communion Hymn: CH#425 "Let Us Break Bread Together" ALL
Communion Hymn: CH#425 "Let Us Break Bread Together" ALL
The Elder’s Prayer of
Communion
Words of Institution
The Lord’s Supper
All are welcome to share at the
Table. Come forward using the center
aisle. As you partake of the bread and
the cup you are welcome to place an offering in the wooden bowl in front of the
table. The offering you share supports
the ministries and life of Christ’s church.
The Lord’s Prayer
We Go Forth into the World
Challenge for Discipleship
Hymn of Discipleship: CH#720 "O Beautiful for Spacious Skies" ALL
Blessing Diane Patton
Children extinguish the candles as we share the responsive reading.
Leader: Here the Spirit's power filled you. Here, Christ's tender comfort stilled you.
People: We go as children, fed and nourished, joyful and free.
Parting Hymn: CH# 431 "Go My Children, with My Blessing" st. 1
Passing of the Peace-
Please take the opportunity to visit with your neighbors, share the peace of Christ and visit the Veteran's Day Exhibit to share stories.
Children extinguish the candles as we share the responsive reading.
Leader: Go, my children, fed and nourished, closer to me.
People: We grow in love and love by serving, joyful and free.Leader: Here the Spirit's power filled you. Here, Christ's tender comfort stilled you.
People: We go as children, fed and nourished, joyful and free.
Parting Hymn: CH# 431 "Go My Children, with My Blessing" st. 1
Please take the opportunity to visit with your neighbors, share the peace of Christ and visit the Veteran's Day Exhibit to share stories.
10:40AM Service
Welcome
Centering Moment: "Honor, Remember and Give Thanks"
Rev. Mark will introduce the worship center (visual exhibit) in light of the day's worship theme.
Prelude
Centering Moment: "Honor, Remember and Give Thanks"
Rev. Mark will introduce the worship center (visual exhibit) in light of the day's worship theme.
Prelude
We Gather in the Light of Christ
Call to Worship Carol Gilliam
Leader: This is a place of full release,
People: Near to the heart of God.
Leader: A place where all is joy and peace,
People: Near to the heart of God.
Leader: Jesus Christ, sent from the heart of God into this world, joins us here today.
People: We are held, close and beloved, friends of God, as we gather to worship.
Hymn of Praise:CH#581 "Near to the Heart of God" ALL
Invocation Unison
O Beloved One,
All the ends of the earth marvel
at your deeds of power; we feel your presence
as growth returning to the countryside;
we rejoice as we remember your faithfulness and steadfast love
revealed in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Fill us with generosity and courage
so that we may be called your friends
and go forth to befriend your world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
— from Friends of God: Service Prayers for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, written by the Rev. Susan A. Blain.
—
written by Terri
Leader: This is a place of full release,
People: Near to the heart of God.
Leader: A place where all is joy and peace,
People: Near to the heart of God.
Leader: Jesus Christ, sent from the heart of God into this world, joins us here today.
People: We are held, close and beloved, friends of God, as we gather to worship.
Hymn of Praise:CH#581 "Near to the Heart of God" ALL
The Acolytes light the Christ candles.
Invocation Unison
O Beloved One,
All the ends of the earth marvel
at your deeds of power; we feel your presence
as growth returning to the countryside;
we rejoice as we remember your faithfulness and steadfast love
revealed in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Fill us with generosity and courage
so that we may be called your friends
and go forth to befriend your world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
We Prayer Together
We Share Our Joys &
Concerns
Prayer Hymn: CH#673 "Down by the Riverside sts. 1 & 2
Praying Together ___________________________
Holy
God, may we hear your voice
In the stillness of night, in clatter of day
You call us, and we respond,
Here I am!
May we follow you and
May we love as you love.
In the stillness of night, in clatter of day
You call us, and we respond,
Here I am!
May we follow you and
May we love as you love.
Teach us deep loving for those who walk among us everyday.
Ordinary and yet, having served our nation and our commonwealth
through thick and thin, we name as Veterans, with voice and heart...
*
for all who have served in the military during war time, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for all who have served to keep the peace, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who came home pretty much okay, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those for whom everything fell apart, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who lost friends in the fray, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who carried friends out, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
for those who faced the enemy, and maybe still do, deep inside, we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
We give you thanks for every one, pledging our awareness and our care as we pray,
Hold them in your hands, and ours.
Holy One, through trials and turbulence
Make us steady, your hands
Holding strong the fragile and weak
May we love as you love.
Gracious God, may the fruits of our lives
be food for the hungry, bread
clothing, shelter, fire, water, Word
May we love as you love.
God of justice, remove the barriers
Of our lives that keep us from
One another, barriers we construct
Based on skin color, religion, or gender
May we hear, and follow, graciously.
May we love as you love.
Loving God, take this day our fears our
Worries, distractions, and all
Turn them into grace and mercy. May we love as you love.
Amen.
Make us steady, your hands
Holding strong the fragile and weak
May we love as you love.
Gracious God, may the fruits of our lives
be food for the hungry, bread
clothing, shelter, fire, water, Word
May we love as you love.
God of justice, remove the barriers
Of our lives that keep us from
One another, barriers we construct
Based on skin color, religion, or gender
May we hear, and follow, graciously.
May we love as you love.
Loving God, take this day our fears our
Worries, distractions, and all
Turn them into grace and mercy. May we love as you love.
Amen.
We Contemplate God’s Word
Scripture: John 15:12-17 Rev. Lisa CR
Anthem: "You Are Our Heroes" Youth Choir
Children’s Sermon
Sermon/Meditation
We Honor, Remember and Give Thanks
Litany: 3 Readers 1. Judy Halstead 2. Dinah Hall 3. Jill Whittaker
Reader 1: God of love, peace and justice, it is your will for the world that we may live together in peace. You have promised through the prophet Isaiah that one day the swords will be beaten into plowshares. Yet we live in a broken world, and there are times that war seems inevitable. Let us recognize with humility and sadness the tragic loss of life that comes in war. Even so, as we gather here free from persecution, we may give thanks for those that have served with courage and honor.
Reader 2: Please rise--Those that are in our presence that are either in active duty or reserve duty, and the fathers, mothers, siblings, spouses and grandparents of those that are currently serving.
All: God, we praise you for those that are willing to serve. Let all Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Airmen and Coast Guardsmen serve with honor, pride, and compassion. Do not let their hearts be hardened by the actions they must take. Strengthen their families. Keep them surrounded in your love and peace.
Reader 3: Please rise--Those that are in our presence that have served in the military in the past.
All: God, we praise you for those that have served in the military. We thank you for those that put the welfare of others ahead of their own safety. Let us all be inspired by their self-sacrifice in service to those who needed protection.
Reader 2: Please rise--Those that are in our presence who have lost a loved one in war.
All: God, we praise you for those that have made the ultimate sacrifice. We ask that you comfort those that still feel the pain of their loss. Keep us mindful that you have promised to comfort those that mourn.
Reader 3: Please rise--Those who have gathered in your name in safety because of the sacrifices of others.
All: God, we praise you for granting us these freedoms. Let us honor those who have served by working for peace. Let us never forget those that have served, and let us never let go of your promise of peace.
We Gather at The Lord’s Table
Invitation to the Table Rev. Mark CR
Communion Hymn: CH#425 "Let Us Break Bread Together" ALL
The Elder’s Prayer of Communion
Words of Institution
The Lord’s Supper
All are welcome to share at the Table. Come forward using the center aisle. As you partake of the bread and the cup you are welcome to place an offering in the wooden bowl in front of the table. The offering you share supports the ministries and life of Christ’s church.
The Lord’s Prayer
We Go Forth into the World
Challenge for Discipleship
Hymn of Discipleship: CH#720 "O Beautiful for Spacious Skies" ALL
Acolytes come forward.
Blessing Diane Patton
Acolytes extinguish the candles as we share the responsive reading.
Leader: Go, my children, fed and nourished, closer to me.
People: We grow in love and love by serving, joyful and free.
Leader: Here the Spirit's power filled you. Here, Christ's tender comfort stilled you.
People: We go as children, fed and nourished, joyful and free.
Parting Hymn: CH# 431 "Go My Children, with My Blessing" st. 1
Passing of the Peace
Please take the opportunity to visit with your neighbors, share the peace of Christ and visit the Veteran's Day Exhibit to share stories.
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