September 1, 2024 ~ 10:00 AM ~ THE UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BLAIRSVILLE

THE UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BLAIRSVILLE
September 1, 2024 ~ 10:00 AM
THE ORDER OF SERVICE
Words of Greeting - Jean Heberling, Liturgist
L: The Lord be with you.
P: And also with you.
Sharing of Opportunities, Joys and Concerns
Music Moment - Vicky Westley
PREPARATION FOR THE WORD OF GOD
Prelude - “I Believe in Miracles”, Arr. Mercer - Organ and Piano Duet
Introit - “Surely the Presence”, Arr. Schrader - The Nightengals
Call to Worship (Psalm 98, NRSV)
Leader: O sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things.
People: Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praise.
Leader: Sing praises to the Lord with the lyre, and the sound of melody.
People: With trumpet and the sound of the horn,
All: Make a joyful noise before the King, our God.
Hymn
Prayer of Confession
Eternal God, in whom we live and move and have our being, whose face is hidden from us by our sins, and whose mercy we forget in the blindness of our hearts: Cleanse us from all our offenses, and deliver us from proud thoughts and vain desires, that with reverent and humble hearts we may draw near to you, confessing our faults, confiding in your grace, and finding in you our refuge and strength; through Jesus Christ your Son. Amen.
Assurance of Forgiveness
Gloria Patri
Sharing of the Peace
DECLARATION OF THE WORD OF GOD
Old Testament Lessons - Psalm 68:4, 24; Psalm 84:2, 4; Psalm 101:1; Psalm 104:33
First Hymn Story
Special Music - “Redeemer”, Arr. Sorenson
Second Hymn Story
New Testament Lessons - I Corinthians 14:15; Colossians 3:16; Revelation 5:11; Revelation 15:3
Hymn
Third Hymn Story
Hymn
Fourth Hymn Story
RESPONSE TO THE WORD OF GOD
Affirmation of Faith (Psalm 23, The Message)
God, my shepherd! I don’t need a thing. You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from. True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction. Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I’m not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd’s crook makes me feel secure. You serve me a six-course dinner right in front of my enemies. You revive my drooping head; my cup brims with blessing. Your beauty and love chase after me every day of my life. I’m back home in the house of God for the rest of my life.
Hymn
Song of Preparation - “Open the Eyes of My Heart, Lord”, Arr. Schrader
Prayers of the People & the Lord’s Prayer (debt…and debtors…)
Hymn
Ministry of Giving in Response to the Word
Presentation of the Offering
Doxology
Prayer of Dedication
Hymn
Benediction (Psalm 150, CEV)
L: Shout praises to the Lord! Praise God in his temple. Praise him in heaven, his mighty fortress.
P: Praise our God! His deeds are wonderful, too marvelous to describe.
L: Praise God with trumpets and all kinds of harps.
P: Praise him with tambourines and dancing, with stringed instruments and woodwinds.
L: Praise God with cymbals, with clashing cymbals.
P: Let every living creature praise the Lord. Sing and shout praises to the Lord!
Choral Benediction - “I Will Sing”, Arr. Parks
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