ORDER OF SERVICE
Note: All hymns are from the new Voices Together hymnal
PART 1: ONLINE
Centering chimes Lighting of the solidarity lamp –
Symbolic of our Sister Church relationship with El Divino Redentor
Prelude
Hymn #34: We Praise You, O God, Our Redeemer
Welcome & prayer
Passing of the peace
PART 2: BREAK INTO SMALL GROUPS
(in-person & zoom)
Responsive Reading (based on Psalm 138):
I give you thanks, O Lord, with my whole heart;
before the gods I sing your praise;
I bow down toward your holy temple
and give thanks to your name for your steadfast love and your faithfulness; for you have exalted your name and your word above everything.
On the day I called, you answered me,
you increased my strength of soul.
All the kings of the earth shall praise you, O Lord,
for they have heard the words of your mouth.They shall sing of the ways of the Lord,
for great is the glory of the Lord.
For though the Lord is high, she regards the lowly;
but the haughty she perceives from far away.Though I walk in the midst of trouble,
you preserve me against the wrath of my enemies;
you stretch out your hand,
and your right hand delivers me.
The Lord will fulfill her purpose for me;
your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.
Do not forsake the work of your hands.
Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18
Sharing in Small Groups
– Note: Please text Pastor Michael items to share with the entire congregation later in the service, or be prepared to type them into the zoom chat during sharing time. (Pastor Deb is away today)
PART 3: ONLINE (all on zoom)
Children’s story
– Song “Let the children come to me”
– The children’s offering benefits Crisis Nursery in Champaign. The organization’s mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by providing 24-hour emergency care for children and support to families in crisis. Donations may be sent to the FMC office at any time or can be made online (select children’s offering in “To” box)
Sermon
Meditation music
– In the absence of a weekly offering collection, reflect on how you are practicing and receiving generosity. Consider giving to First Mennonite Church by mailing a check, giving through your bank, or giving online.
Sharing & prayer
Work of the church
Hymn #841 – As You Go Out From Here
Benediction
Worship Leader- Pastor Michael Crosby
Prelude & Meditation – Pete Shungu & Pam Pena Martin
Hymns – Cindy Breeze
Children’s Story – Doug Malcolm
Sermon & sharing – Pastor Michael Crosby
Technician – Bharat Patel