Grits and the Gospel

January 11, 2026

Welcome

Baptism of the Lord

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Acts 10:34-43

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 3:13-17

Sermon – “One Stop on the Journey”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

...

January 4, 2026

Welcome

Celebration of Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Isaiah 60:1-6

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 2:1-12

Sermon – “The Wise Men’s Story”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Th...

December 28, 2025

Welcome

1st Sunday After Christmas

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 148

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 2:8-20

Sermon – “The Shepherds’ Story”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be...

December 14, 2025

Welcome

4th Sunday of Advent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 1:18-25

Sermon – “Joseph’s Story”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

December 14, 2025

Welcome

3rd Sunday of Advent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Isaiah 7:14-17

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 1:26-38 and 46b-55

Sermon – “Mary’s Story”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

December 7, 2025

Welcome

2nd Sunday of Advent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Isaiah 11:1-10

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 3:1-12

Sermon – “The Symbol of Christmas”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

...

November 30, 2025

Welcome

1st Sunday of Advent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Romans 13:11-12, 14

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 24:36-44

Sermon – “Good for Goodness Sake”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks b...

November 23, 2025

Welcome

Christ the King Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Colossians 1:11-20

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 23:33-43

Sermon – “The End is the Beginning”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

...

November 16, 2025

Welcome

23nd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 98

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 21:5-19

Sermon – “CNTL – ALT – DEL”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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November 9, 2025

Welcome

22nd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 19:1-10

Sermon – “It’s About Perspective”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:<...

November 2, 2025

Welcome

All Saints Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer for All Saints Day

Epistle Lesson – Ephesians 1:11-23

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 6:20-31

Sermon – “The Inheritance of the Saints”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

...

October 26, 2025

Welcome

20th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 84:1-7

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 18:9-14

Sermon – “My Pinch Pot Overflows”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

October 19, 2025

Welcome

19th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 18:1-8

Sermon – “The Truth About Santa”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

...

October 12, 2025

Welcome

18th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – 2 Kings 5: 1-3, 7-15c

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 17:11-19

Sermon – “Healing is Trust”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Welcome

17th Sunday After Pentecost

World Communion Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 37:1-9

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Lesson from the Epistle – 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Sermon – “Lois and Eunice”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.<...

September 28, 2025

Welcome

16th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 146

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  Luke 16:19-31

Sermon – “The Emperor’s New Clothes”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

...

September 14, 2025

Welcome

Holy Cross Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Numbers 21:4b-9

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 3:13-17

Sermon – “Snakes, Snakes, and More Snakes”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

September 7, 2025

Welcome

13th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 1

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  Luke 14:25-33

Sermon – “Giving It All Up”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

August 31, 2025

Welcome

12th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Luke 14:1, 7-14

Sermon – “A Seat At The Table”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

August 26, 2025

Welcome

Wesley Foundation of Macon

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Luke 12:32-40

Sermon – “Let Your Light Shine”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

...

Welcome

11th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Isaiah 58:9b-14

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Luke 13:10-17

Sermon – “What Sabbath Really Means”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

August 17, 2025

Welcome

10th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Jeremiah 23:23-29

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Luke 12:49-56

Sermon – “The Things That Separate Us”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

August 10, 2025

Welcome

9th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Luke 12:32-40

Sermon – “Be Prepared”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

  Duration: 00:18:24

July 27, 2025

Welcome 
8th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.
And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 107:1-9, 43

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Luke 12:13-21

Sermon – “What We Treasure”

Benediction UMH 883
In life, in death, in life beyond death,
God is with us, we are not alone.
Thanks be to God.

Resources:
“The United Methodist Hymnal : Book of United Methodi...

Welcome

7th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 15

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – John 15:5-17

Sermon – “Bishop Leotine Kelly”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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Welcome

6th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 100

Apostles’ Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Mark 8:22-26

Sermon – “Fanny Crosby”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The...

Welcome

5th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Joel 2:28-32

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Lesson from the Epistle – 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Sermon – “Margaret Newton Van Cott”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resour...

Welcome

4th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle – Galatians 6:1-6

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Sermon – “Bear One Another’s Burdens”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Welcome

3rd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 16

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

New Testament Lesson – Matthew 6:19-24

Sermon – “Barbara Heck”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“T...

Welcome

2nd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 43

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Epistle Lesson – Exodus 33:7-11

Sermon – “Susanna Wesley”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The...

Welcome

Trinity Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 8

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Epistle Lesson – Romans 5:1-5

Sermon – “Does God Live Here?”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The...

Welcome

Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson - Genesis 11:1-9

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Epistle Lesson – Acts 2:1-21

Sermon – “So They Can See Us Coming”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

Welcome

6th Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Epistle – Acts 16:28-34

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 17:20-26

Sermon – “Everyone”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The...

Welcome

6th Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 67

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 14:23-29

Sermon – “Making Our Home Together”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

Welcome

5th Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 148

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 13:31-35

Sermon – “Love One Another”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“Th...

Welcome

4th Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 23

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 10:22-30

Sermon – “The Sound of His Voice”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:<...

Welcome

3rd Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 30

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 21:1-19

Sermon – “Locks and Bagels for Breakfast”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:<...

Welcome

2nd Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalms – Psalm 150

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 20:19-31

Sermon – “Redeeming Thomas”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The...

Welcome

Easter Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson - Acts 10:34-43

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 20:1-8

Sermon – “I Have Seen The Lord”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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Welcome

Holy Monday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 12:1-11

Sermon – “At The Feet of Jesus”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Methodist Hymnal : Book of United Methodist Worship.” Nashville, Tenn. :United Methodist Pub. House, 1989.

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Welcome

Palm Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 118:1-2,19-29

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  Luke 19:28-40

Sermon – “Cloak and Donkey”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“Th...

Welcome

5th Sunday of Lent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 126

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  John 12:1-8

Sermon – “Foreshadowing”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Metho...

Welcome

4th Sunday of Lent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle – 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

Sermon – “The Prodigal Father”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:<...

Welcome

3rd Sunday of Lent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 63:1-8

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  Luke 13:1-9

Sermon – “It’s All in the Manure”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Res...

Welcome

2nd Sunday of Lent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 27

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  Luke 13:31-35

Sermon – “That Sly Fox”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Methodist Hymn...

Welcome

1ST Sunday of Lent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson –  Luke 4:1-13

Sermon – “A Different Way to Lent”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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Welcome

Ash Wednesday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 51:1-17

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21

Sermon – “Such A Treasure”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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Welcome

Transfiguration Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle – 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 9:28-43a

Sermon – “The Veil is Removed”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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Welcome

7th Sunday After Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 6:27-38

Sermon – “The Golden Rule”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resourc...

Welcome

6th Sunday After Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Jeremiah 17:5-10

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 6:17-26

Sermon – “I Go Among Trees”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resourc...

Welcome

5th Sunday After Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Psalm 138

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 5:1-11

Sermon – “Fishers of Men”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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Welcome 

4th Sunday After Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Jeremiah 1:4-10

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 4:21-30

Sermon – “Hometown Boy Turned Savior”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

Welcome

3rd Sunday After Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Isaiah 61:1-4, 11

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 4:16-22b

Sermon – “Drops Mic Sits Back Down”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

...

Welcome

2nd Sunday After Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Letter from a letter from a loving but distressed mother

Gospel Lesson – John 2:1-11

Sermon – “Listen to Your Mother”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.<...

January 12, 2025

Welcome

Baptism of the Lord

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Acts 8:14-17

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

Sermon – “By Water and the Spirit”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Welcome

Celebration of Epiphany

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Isaiah 60:1-6

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

A Vision by Wendell Berry

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 2:1-12

Homily – “A New and Important Journey”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks b...

Welcome

Christmas Eve

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

I Will Light Candles This Christmas by Howard Thurman

The Magnificat - Luke 1:46-55

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 2:1-20

Homily – “Mary’s Calling”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Than...

Welcome

3rd Sunday of Advent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle – Philippians 1:3-11

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 3:7-18

Homily – “I Hold You In My Heart”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources: Duration: 00:20:40

Welcome

2nd Sunday of Advent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Malachi 3:1-4

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 3:1-6

Homily – “One Crying Out”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Metho...

Welcome

1st Sunday of Advent

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 25:1-10

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 21:25-36

Homily – “Don’t Get Trapped”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

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Reign of Christ

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 93

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

“Be Thankful” Letter from Carey Grant

Gospel Lesson – John 18:33-37

Sermon – “Thankfulness for a King”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to...

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26th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 16

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

“Let Us Love Each Other” Letter by Katherine Mansfield

Gospel Lesson – Mark 13:1-8

Sermon – “The Path To Life”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Welcome

Celebration of All Saints Sunday

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And also with you.

Litany of the Saints

Lesson from the Epistle – Revelation 21:1-6a

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

“Blessing for the Raising of the Dead” by Jan Richardson

Gospel Lesson – John 11:32-44

Sermon – “Take Away the Stone”

Benediction UMH 883

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24th Sunday After Pentecost **All Saint’s will be celebrated next week

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

“Coming Home” by Mary Oliver

Gospel Lesson – Mark 12:28-34

Sermon – “The Doorpost of Your House”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are...

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23rd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 126

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Selections from “Letter from Hellen Keller’s Visit to the Empire State Building” 

Gospel Lesson – Mark 10:46-52

Sermon – “I Once Was Blind”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not a...

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22nd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle – Hebrews 5:1-10

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Selections from “Sister, Sister: Olivia de Havilland and Joan Fontaine’s Lifelong Feud” by Hadley Hall Meares

Gospel Lesson – Mark 10:35-45

Sermon – “Heavenly Competition”

Benediction UMH 883

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God is w...

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21st Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle – Hebrews 4:12-16

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Selections from “A Question of Safety” from In My Grandmother’s House by Yolanda Pierce

Gospel Lesson – Mark 10:17-31

Sermon – “There Is Always Room On The Door”

Benediction UMH 883

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20th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 26

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

“The Journey” by Mary Oliver

Gospel Lesson – Mark 10:2-16

Sermon – “Jesus’s Intent”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Welcome 

19th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson - James 5:13-20

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

A Letter About Elvis

Gospel Lesson – Mark 9:38-50

Sermon – “Cutting is Necessary”

Benediction UMH 883

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God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.<...

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18th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson - James 3:13 – 4:3, 7-8a

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Flannery O’Conner Reading “Revelation”

Gospel Lesson – Mark 9:30-37

Sermon – “Those Who Come First”

Benediction UMH 883

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God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be t...

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17th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms - Psalm 78:1-2, 34-38

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

The Giving Tree

Gospel Lesson – John 3:13-17

Sermon – “Don’t Quit Too Soon”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

T...

Welcome 

16th Sunday After Pentecost

Grandparent’s Day

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson - Joshua 6:1-7,18-20

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 7:24-37

Sermon – “Be Opened”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

...

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15th Sunday After Pentecost

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And also with you.

A Labor Day Prayer

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 15

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Sermon – “Employees Must Wash Hands”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God...

Welcome 

14th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 34:15-22

Apostle’s Creed

Lesson from the Epistle - Ephesians 6:10-20

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 6:59-69

Homily

Benediction UMH 883

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13th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 34:9-14

Lesson from the Epistle - Ephesians 5:15-20

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 6:51-58

Sermon - “The Wisdom of Scripture”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Welcome 

12th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 34:1-8

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 6:35, 41-51

Sermon - “Who do you think you are?”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Reso...

Welcome 

11th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 78:23-29

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 6:24-35

Sermon - “I Am The Bread Of Life”

Prayer for the School Year

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone...

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10th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle – Ephesians 3:14-21

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 6:1-21

Sermon - “Keep Calm and Carry On”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Welcome 

9th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 23

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 6:30-34, 53-56

Sermon - “Forced Sabbath”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

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8th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Ephesians 1:3-14

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 6:14-29

Sermon - “Our Children’s Inheritance”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

Welcome 

7th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – 2 Corinthians 12:2-10

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 6:1-13

Sermon - “Going Home Again”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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6th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalm – Psalm 30 

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 5:21-43

Sermon - “One Act of Faith”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources...

Welcome 

5th Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalm – Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 4:35-41

Sermon - “Skiing in the Rain”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Welcome 

4th Sunday After Pentecost/Father’s Day

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson From the Psalm – Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 4:26-34

Sermon - “Fairy Tales, Fables, and Parables”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

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3rd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 3:20-35

Sermon - “Doing Hard Better”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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2nd Sunday After Pentecost

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms – Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Mark 2:23-3:6

Sermon - “The Importance of Sabbath”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Welcome 

Trinity Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Epistle Lesson – Romans 8:12-17

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 3:1-17

Sermon - “The Journey of Nicodemus”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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Pentecost Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Ezekiel 37:1-14

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Epistle Lesson – Acts 2:1-21

Sermon - “The Beetlejuice of It All”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

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7th Sunday of Easter/Ascension of the Lord/Mother’s Day

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 47

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 24:44-53

Sermon - “Moving On and Moving Up”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks b...

Welcome 

4th Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Epistle - 1 John 3:16-24

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 10:11-18

Sermon - “The Other Sheep”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Res...

In this episode, Katie takes a look at Evangelism with fresh eyes.  We get to see how she has shifted her own thinking about the practice and how she hopes to put it into practice in her own congregation.

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3rd Sunday of Easter

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms - Psalm 4

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – Luke 24:36b-48

Sermon - “A Voice From Beyond”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Res...

Welcome 

2nd Easter Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalms - Psalm 133

Epistle Lesson - 1 John 1:1-10

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 20:19-31

Sermon - “It’s the Doubt That We Remember”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Christ the Lord is Risen Today!  Alleluia!

Welcome 

Easter Sunday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Old Testament Lesson – Isaiah 25:6-9

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 20:1-18

Sermon - “He is Risen Indeed”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Than...

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Holy Saturday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer of the Day

Old Testament Lesson - Lamentations 3:1-9, 19-24

Epistle Lesson – 1 Peter 4:1-8

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 27:57-66

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Methodist Hymnal : Book of United Meth...

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Good Friday Service of Tenebrae

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer of the Day

Homily – “A Rose Between Two Thorns“

Gospel Lesson – John 18:1-19:42

A bell will sound in honor of each of the last words of Christ throughout the reading.

Benediction UMH 883

Hold fast to your hope,

For God is faithful.

Easter morning is coming.

In life, in death, in life beyond...

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Maundy Thursday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19

Apostle’s Creed

Prayer

Gospel Lesson – John 13:1-17, 31b-35

Homily - “Fluffy Towels”

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Methodist...

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Holy Wednesday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer of the Day

Lesson from the Psalm - Psalm 70

Epistle Lesson – Hebrews 12:1-3

Gospel Lesson – John 13:21-32

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Methodist Hymnal : Book of United Methodi...

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Holy Tuesday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer of the Day

Lesson from the Psalm - Psalm 71:1-14

Epistle Lesson – 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Gospel Lesson – Luke 1:26-38

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Methodist Hymnal : Book of United Meth...

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Holy Monday

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer of the Day

Old Testament Lesson - Isaiah 42:1-9

Epistle Lesson – Hebrews 9:11-15

Gospel Lesson – John 13:1-17, 31b-35

Benediction UMH 883

In life, in death, in life beyond death,

God is with us, we are not alone.

Thanks be to God.

Resources:

“The United Methodist Hymnal : Book of United Meth...