Jan 17, 2020 Order of Worship

Welcome and Announcements

Call:

Let the bells ring out calling us as we are to join together in worship of Christ our Lord.

Lord, the light of your love is shining 
In the midst of the darkness, shining
Jesus, Light of the world, shine upon us
Set us free by the truth you now bring us
Shine on us, shine on us

Choral Response: Shine Jesus Shine

Prayer of Illumination:

Father in heaven, we thank you for the many ways you strengthen us and reveal your life to us. We thank you for all your protection, also for your protection of our faith and hope. Grant that your Spirit may penetrate us more and more, enabling us to be your witnesses in this world. May your Spirit give us hope for this life and for the life to come. Amen.

Psalter: Psalm 72

Hymn of Faith: In This Very Room

Affirmation of Faith: The Apostles’ Creed and the Gloria Patri

Offering and Doxology

Meditation for Prayer

Pastor and Lord’s Prayer

Sermon Scripture: Mark 10: 32 – 45

Sermon: True Greatness

Closing Hymn: Take My Life and Let It Be

Benediction:

Go into God’s world, aware of God’s call in your life.
Follow our Lord Jesus Christ who will lead you in paths of service and hope.
Lean on the power of the Holy Spirit to give you courage and strength.
May peace, joy and love flow through you to others, in God’s name. AMEN.

Go and Tell the Story, Go and Be the Church