May 14th Virtual Worship
| The Order of Worship |
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| The Bells Call Us To Worship |
| Prelude |
| Call to Worship |
| Hymn of Adoration |
| Confession of Sin |
| Kyrie |
| Assurance of Pardon |
| Greeting of Peace |
| Gloria |
| Scripture Reading: Psalm 67 |
| A Message to Children |
| Worship in Music |
| Pastoral Prayer & The Lord's Prayer |
| Hymn of Reflection |
| Sermon: May God Be Gracious |
| Hymn of Parting |
| Benediction |
| On Eagle's Wings |
| Postlude |
Music Ministry Team: Kristin Petty, Dwight Huntley, Jenna Crafts
Worship Team: Sarah Haas, Marc Hayden
Technology Team: Michael Kendall, Mark Raker, Jerry Weissinger
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Key Notes from the reading & sermon:
May God Be Gracious
May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us, that your way may be known upon earth, your saving power among all nations. Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you. Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for you judge the peoples with equity and guide the nations upon earth. Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you. The earth has yielded its increase; God, our God, has blessed us. May God continue to bless us; let all the ends of the earth revere him.
[Reading above - Psalm 67]
This song created for worship in the Temple may have been used to celebrate the harvest because of the reference to the earth’s bounty in verse 6 or it may have been used more generally as a prayer for God’s gracious help. In either case it draws on the priestly benediction found in Numbers 6:24-26. This connection serves to remind us that our ancient faith tradition is founded on trust in a God who is known by the actions of blessing, being gracious, and giving peace.
Questions for Reflection:
Read the priestly benediction of Number 6:24-26. How have you experienced Divine blessing, grace, and peace in your life? Write those experiences down and make those words a prayer of thanksgiving.
A Spiritual Practice to Try
Receiving the blessing and approval of one you admire is a powerfully affirmative experience. Who in your circle of influence needs to receive and hear your words of approval and blessing? Don’t put it off. Bless someone today (every day) with words of kindness and affirmation. You will be blessed as you bless others.
A Practice to Deepening Discipleship
Incorporate a faith journal in your spiritual practice. Use the journal as a way to:
jot down needs and blessings with words or drawings or pictures
respond to the questions for reflection in the sermon notes
make notes about the weekly scripture lessons and sermons
create a to-do list of discipleship actions
list questions you want to explore
write prayers, stories, poems, or letters
be creative!
If you need some guidance or support, you may reach me at pastormarc.friedensucc@outlook.com
