The Gift of Faith
June 18, 2023 – The Fourth Sunday of Pentecost
In Paul’s letter to the Romans, he explains that living in God’s grace means experiencing peace with God and hope that does not disappoint. The love of God, evident in Christ’s death, has been poured into our hearts as well, and sustains us in our troubles. In the gospel of Matthew, we learn that the mission of Jesus’ followers is to continue the mission of Jesus. Jesus instructs us how we might claim the gospel through our words and deeds.
WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP
Prelude: “Adagio and Sarabande”, Bach
Welcome and Announcements
Call to Worship by the Bells of Hope: “Come, Christians Join to Sing”, arranged by Kevin McChesney
Gathering Hymn: “Here I Am Lord”
Apostolic Greeting
Hymn of Praise
Prayer of the Day
First Reading: Genesis 18:1-15, 21:1-7
Second Reading: Romans 5:1-8
Bells of Hope: “This Train is Bound for Glory/Swing Low Sweet Chariot”, arranged by Tammy Waldrop
Children’s Time
Gospel Acclamation and Gospel: Matthew 9:35-10:8
Sermon: “The Gift of Faith”, Pastor Dan Severson
Sermon Hymn: “Listen, God is Calling”
Apostles Creed
Prayers of Intercession
Offering and Offertory Music: “This is My Father’s World”, Dale Wood
Offering Prayer
The Great Thanksgiving
The Words of Institution
The Lord’s Prayer
Angus Dei
Communion Distribution
Post Communion Prayer
Benediction
Sending Hymn: “Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ”
Dismissal
Postlude: “Two Mazurkas”, Chopin
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