TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Youth-Led Worship
August 9, 2020

God gives us the power to live,
to move, and to be who we are.
~Acts 17:28a

PRELUDE “Canon in D” J. Pachelbel
Jenna Radford, piano

CALL TO WORSHIP
Led by Lilli Brooks, Cecily Claiborne, Peyton Pittard, Jenna Radford, Adison Sadler

By God’s grace, just as you are: You are here.
You are known. You are loved.
I will sing of the Lord’s loyal love forever. I will proclaim your
faithfulness with my own mouth from one generation to the next.
That’s why I say, “Your loyal love is rightly built – forever!
You establish your faithfulness in heaven.”
You have a powerful arm; your hand is strong;
Your strong hand is raised high!
Your throne is built on righteousness and justice;
Loyal love and faithfulness stand in front of you.
We come to worship you!

WELCOME TO WORSHIP Mrs. Cindy Joy

ORDINANCE OF BAPTISM Rev. Aho
Caroline Williams
Shane Williams
Landon Williams

HYMN OF PRAISE “Worthy of Worship” JUDSON

Worthy of worship, worthy of praise,
worthy of honor and glory.
Worthy of all the glad songs we can sing,
worthy of all of the offerings we bring.
You are worthy, Father, Creator.
You are worthy, Savior, Sustainer.
You are worthy, worthy and wonderful;
worthy of worship and praise.

Worthy of reverence, worthy of fear.
Worthy of love and devotion.
Worthy of bowing and bending of knees,
worthy of all this and added to these.
You are worthy, Father, Creator.
You are worthy, Savior, Sustainer.
You are worthy, worthy and wonderful;
worthy of worship and praise.

Almighty Father, Master and Lord,
King of all kings and Redeemer.
Wonderful Counselor, Comforter, Friend,
Savior and Source of our life without end.
You are worthy, Father, Creator.
You are worthy, Savior, Sustainer.
You are worthy, worthy and wonderful; worthy of worship and praise.
~Words by T.W. York
©1998 Van Ness Press CCLI #1049296

RECOGNITION OF YOUTH GROUP GRADUATES
Video Presentation
Meghan Bunn
Mary Kate Burns
Molly Deal
Evelyn Hann
Jenna Radford
Savannah Talley
Caroline Williams

SCRIPTURE READING Caroline Williams
John 14:15-21

SOLO “I Love the Lord” arr., T. Fettke
Evelyn Hann

I love the Lord, for He heard my voice;
He heard my cry for mercy. ~Psalm 116:1
Text and Music by R. Smallwood
©2004 Century Oak Publishing

INTERACTIVE PRAYER EXPERIENCE Molly Deal
During this prayer experience,
worshippers will be instructed to take a minute
to text or call someone to
share the peace of Christ;
offer a word of encouragement;
or simply check in and see how someone is doing.

FAITH STORY Mary Kate Burns

YOUTH REFLECTIONS Video Presentation
A look back at the past year…

MUSIC MEDITATION A. Pote
“The Plans I Have for You”
Youth Choir, 2018
I know the plans I have for you, a road you cannot see,
a winding way with highs and lows
that leads at last to me.
And though your heart has hopes and dreams
for futures still unknown,
my dream for you will always be far greater than your own.

May you walk the way with friends;
find work that feeds your soul;
someone to love you to the end,
a family strong and whole.
Then call on me and celebrate the words I speak today,
then call on me, and I will come and join your song of praise.

Yet days may come when you feel lost, in exile far from home,
held captive by a choice you’ve made
abandoned and alone.
Then call on me, and I will come,
and I will set you free.
Then call on me, and
I will come and bring you back to me.

I know the plans I have for you,
a road you cannot see,
a winding way with highs and lows that leads
at last to me.
And though your heart has hopes and dreams
for futures still unknown,
my dream for you will always be far greater than your own.
~Text by Tom Long, based on Jeremiah 29:11
©2015, Choristers Guild CCLI #1049296

FAITH STORY Savannah Talley

OUR OFFERINGS Rev. Aho
Taking an offering is an act of worship and a part
of our service each week. It is important to remember
that our offering not only supports the ministry
of the church but is an expression of our thankfulness for
all God has given us. We give today because God first gave to us.

BENEDICTION Maya Lloyd and Mia Satterwhite
God blesses us with strength for the journey.
Our hearts sing God’s praises.
Christ lifts us up from the raging waters of life.
Our spirits rejoice in our salvation.
The Spirit guides us with dreams full of hope and promise.
Our lives rest secure in the one who is faithful.
Thanks be to God!

YOUTH GROUP GRADUATE CELEBRATION Video Presentation

If you would like to follow along with an Order of Service, please use your Forecaster from this week. We will post an Order of Service again next week.

EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
July 26, 2020

Waiting is seldom easy. Yet, in the process of waiting,
we discover new growth.
The Spirit moves and breathes,
and treasures are sometimes discovered.
As we wait this day,
may God’s miraculous presence be
revealed in us and through us.

PRELUDE -“March in C” – W.A. Mozart
Sam Hampton, violin
Arrangement©1958, Summy-Birchard, Inc.

CALL TO WORSHIP – Dennis, Jill & Everleigh Archer

Waiting and hoping, we gather together,
seeking God’s presence and singing God’s praises.
Waiting and hoping, we come now to worship,
praying and listening for the Spirit’s guidance.
Let us worship!

HYMN OF PRAISE – “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” – HYMN TO JOY

Joyful, joyful, we adore Thee, God of glory, Lord of love;
hearts unfold like flowers before Thee, opening to the sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness; drive the dark of doubt away.
Giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day.

All Thy works with joy surround Thee, earth and heaven reflect Thy rays.
Stars and angels sing around Thee, center of unbroken praise.
Field and forest, vale and mountain, flowery meadow, flashing sea,
Singing bird and flowing fountain call us to rejoice in Thee.

Thou are giving and forgiving, ever blessing, ever blest,
Well spring of the joy of living, ocean depth of happy rest.
Thou our Father, Christ our Brother – all who live in love are Thine;
Teach us how to love each other, lift us to the joy divine.
~Text by W. C. Smith, Public Domain

WELCOME TO WORSHIP – Rev. Aho

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL REFLECTIONS – Mrs. Joy
Knights of the North Castle ~ Quest for the King’s Armor
Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His power! ~Ephesians 6:10

OLD TESTAMENT READING – Psalm 105:1-11,45b – Mrs. Tracy Watkins

PASTORAL PRAYER – Rev. Aho
Eternal God, waiting is hard – waiting for justice,
Waiting for peace, waiting for love, waiting for your presence to heal us.
Give us the patience and passion of Jacob, to work for the deepest desire of our hearts.
Give us the perseverance of Abraham, to keep going when all hope seems lost.
Transform our hope into action, that we may build your kingdom here on earth. Amen

MUSIC MEDITATION -“Seek Ye First” – arr., D. Wagner
Abby Kate Lumpkins, Arthur Marks, Donna Perkins
Stephanie Timberlake, Walter Wilson

Seek ye first the kingdom of God and its righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you; Alleluia!
Ask, and it shall be given unto you, seek and ye shall find, knock and the door shall be opened unto you; Alleluia!
~Text by K. Lafferty
©2005, Hope Publishing Co. CCL! #1049296

MESSAGE – “It Takes Time” – Rev. Aho
Romans 8:26-28; Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52

OUR OFFERING
Taking an offering is an act of worship and a part of our service each week. It is important to remember that our offering not only supports the ministry of the church but is an expression of our thankfulness for all God has given us. We give today because God first gave to us.

BENEDICTION
Like a treasure hidden in a field, Christ offers us the kingdom of God.
Like a pearl of great price, Christ offers us the kingdom of heaven.
Like a mustard seed that grows into a great shrub,
Christ offers us the realm of God’s blessing.
All things work together for those who love God; wait for God; and abide in God’s Spirit. Amen

VBS CELEBRATION VIDEO

Seventh Sunday After Pentecost
Sunday, July 19th, 2020

While we are waiting, God is waiting with us.
God’s promises are both now and yet to come.
Wait and see.

PRELUDE “Be Still and Know” S.C. Chapman
Haven Parrott, piano arr., M. Ham

Be still and know that He is God. Be still and know that He is holy.
Be still oh restless soul of mine. Bow before the Prince of Peace.

Let the noise and clamor cease.
Be still and know that He is God.
©1999 Sparrow Song/Peach Hill Songs CCLI #1049296

CALL TO WORSHIP Sydney & John Deal

We wait with hope,
for God’s promises are sure.
We wait with patience,
for God’s time is a mystery.
Come and worship.
We will wait upon the Lord together.

HYMN OF PRAISE “Guide me, O Thou Great Jehovah”
CWM RHONDDA

Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah, pilgrim through this barren land.
I am weak, but Thou art mighty, hold me with your powerful hand.
Bread of heaven, bread of heaven, feed me ‘til I want no more.
Feed me ‘til I want no more.

Open now the crystal fountain, where the healing stream doth flow.
Let the fire and cloudy pillar lead me all my journey through.
Strong Deliverer, Strong Deliverer, Be Thou still my strength and shield, Be Thou still my strength and shield.

When I tread the verge of Jordan, bid my anxious fears subside.
Bear me through the swelling current, land me safe on Canaan’s side.
Songs of praises, songs of praises I will ever give to Thee,
I will ever give to Thee.

~Text by W. Williams, Public Domain

WELCOME TO WORSHIP Rev. Aho

CHILDREN’S TIME Mrs. Joy

Knights of the North Castle
Virtual Vacation Bible School 2020

OLD TESTAMENT READING Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24
Mr. Zach Satterwhite

PASTORAL PRAYER Rev. Aho

Holy God of mystery and miracles,
reveal your presence to us in this time of worship.
When we are groaning and griping, comfort us
and forgive our shortcomings.
When we are doubting and afraid, comfort us
and reveal your promises to us.
Help us to trust with hope and wait with patience,
even as you patiently love us
with your mercy and grace.
In your loving name we pray. Amen.

MUSIC MEDITATION “10,000 Reasons” arr., L. Larson
Hailey, Kadence and Kelly Woodlief

Bless the Lord, O my soul, worship His holy name.
Sing like never before, O my soul, worship His holy name.

The sun comes up, it’s a new day dawning.
It’s time to sing your song again.
Whatever may pass, and whatever lies before me,
let me be singing when the evening comes.
You’re rich in love and you’re slow to anger.
Your name is great and your heart is kind.
For all your goodness, I will keep on singing,
ten thousand reasons for my heart to find.
And on that day when my strength is failing,
the end draws near and my time has come.
Still my soul will sing your praise unending,
ten thousand years and then forevermore!

Bless the Lord, O my soul, I’ll worship your holy name.

~Words by J. Myrin and M. Redman
©2014, Hope Publishing Co. CCLI #1049296

MESSAGE “Battling the Weeds” Rev. Aho

OUR OFFERINGS
Taking an offering is an act of worship and a part of our service each week.
It is important to remember that our offering not only supports the ministry of the church but is an expression of our thankfulness for all God has given us.
We give today because God first gave to us.

BENEDICTION
May patience guide our path.
May hope comfort our world.
And may love guide our lives.
We go with patience, hope, and love. Amen

POSTLUDE “Glorious Is Thy Name” arr., A.L. Page
©2003 Church Street Music CCLI #1049296

SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
July 12, 2020

Centered on God’s Spirit, we come to nourish the soil of our lives.
Planted in God’s grace we are prepared to grow in
God’s word as we live in the love of Christ.

PRELUDE – “The Solid Rock” arr., D. Phillips
Cindy Joy and Haven Parrott
©1981, Broadman Press CCLI #1049296

CALL TO WORSHIP – Oxford Baptist Youth

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.
Where there is hatred; may we offer love;
Where there is division; may we work for unity;
Where there is error; may we stand for truth;
Where there is injury; may we offer pardon;
Where there is doubt; may we demonstrate faith;
Where there is despair; may we point to hope;
Where there is darkness; may we usher in the light;
And where there is sadness; may we discover a comforting joy.
May we unite our voices in faith, unity, and love as we worship today!

HYMN OF PRAISE -“Holy, Holy, Holy” NICAEA

Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!
Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee.
Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty!
God in Three Persons, blessed Trinity!

Holy, holy, holy! All the saints adore Thee,
casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea.
Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee,
Who wert and art, and evermore shall be.

Holy, holy, holy! Thought the darkness hide Thee,
though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see.
Only Thou art holy; there is none beside Thee,
perfect in power, in love and purity.

Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!
All Thy works shall praise Thy name, in earth, and sky, and sea.
Holy, holy, holy; merciful and mighty!
God in three Persons, blessed Trinity.

Text by Reginald Heber, Public Domain

WELCOME TO WORSHIP – Rev. Aho

PASSPORT REFLECTIONS
BEtogether – OBC Youth
God gives us the power to live, to move, and to be who we are.
~Acts 17:28 (CEV)

OLD TESTAMENT READING – Mr. Richard Pulsifer
Psalm 119:105-112

PASTORAL PRAYER – Rev. Aho
Great Sower of word and truth, when we are confused,
guide us with new understanding;
when we are distressed, help us be faithful and true;
when we are distracted, focus us with your Holy Spirit;
when we are worried, comfort us with your blessed assurance.
Nourish the soil of our lives,
that we may be fertile recipients of your word
and faithful followers of Christ Jesus.
In your mercy and love, we pray. Amen.

MUSIC MEDITATION – “Thy Word” arr., J. Schrader
Lilli Brooks, Emma Hicks, Maya Lloyd, Adison Sadler, Mia Satterwhite, Kadence Woodlief

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
When I feel afraid, think I’ve lost my way,
Still you’re there right beside me. And nothing will I fear
as long as you are near. Please be near me to the end.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
I will not forget Your love for me and yet, my heart forever is wandering.
Jesus be my Guide, and hold me to your side,
and I will love you to the end.
Thy word is a map unto my feet and a light unto my path.
~Text by Michael W. Smith and Amy Grant
© 1996, Hope Publishing Co
CCLI #1049296

MESSAGE – “Not Every Seed” Rev. Aho
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

OUR OFFERINGS
Taking an offering is an act of worship and a part of our service each week. It is important to remember that our offering not only supports the ministry of the church but is an expression of our thankfulness for all God has given us. We give today because God first gave to us.

BENEDICTION
We go to be seeds of Christ’s love.
We go to scatter seeds of God’s hope.
WE go to bear the fruit of God’s Holy Spirit. Amen.

POSTLUDE “Let All Who Have Breath Praise the Lord”
D. Wagner
© 2016, Lorenz Pub.Corp. CCLI #1049296

Fifth Sunday After Pentecost
Sunday, July 5th, 2020

“Come to me…and I will give you rest,”
Jesus promises.
Where do we go, and to whom do we turn,
to discover the truth of these words?

PRELUDE – “We Come with Joy to Meet Our Lord” arr., A. L. Page
American Folk Hymn
Arrangement ©1990 Van Ness Press CCLI #1049296

CALL TO WORSHIP – Madeline Keith & Holden Land
(to be shared between readers in your home.)
The music is playing, and God is calling.
We have come to sing and dance with God.
The prayers are flowing, and the Spirit is moving.
Breathe on us, breath of God.
Christ promises rest and renewal, when we come to Him
We are here, trusting this sacred promise.

HYMN OF PRAISE – “To God Be the Glory” W.H. Doane

To God be the glory, great things He hath done;
so loved He the world that He gave us His Son,
Who yielded His life and atonement for sin,
and opened the life gate that all may go in. (Refrain)

O perfect redemption, the purchase of blood,
to every believer the promise of God.
The vilest offender who truly believes,
that moment from Jesus a pardon receives. (Refrain)

Great things He hath taught us, great things He hath done,
and great our rejoicing through Jesus the Son;
But purer and higher, and greater will be
our wonder, our victory, when Jesus we see. (Refrain)

Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, let the earth hear His voice!
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, let the people rejoice!
O come to the Father, through Jesus His Son,
and give Him the glory great things He hath done.
~Text by Fanny Crosby ©Public Domain

WELCOME TO WORSHIP – Rev. Aho

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE – Mrs. Debbie Pittard

OLD TESTAMENT READING – Psalm 45:10-17
Mr. Jed Pittard

PASTORAL PRAYER – Rev. Aho

O Lord, most holy and most near,
as we worship you grant to us new eyes to see the world as you.
Grant to us new hands to do the work of the kingdom,
to bind up the wounded, to set free the captives,
to welcome the stranger.
Forgive us when we believe our only help is in our own strength and that our only hope is in the quickness of our own minds.
Help us to seek You and You alone in all we do.
As we worship, O Lord, make of us a new creation. Amen.
~P. Haymes, “Be Thou Present” ©1994, Smyth & Helwys

MESSAGE – “With Fresh Eyes” Rev. Aho
Matthew 11:16-19; 25-30

MUSIC MEDITATION – “Let Us Break Bread Together”
arr., J. Althouse
Donna Perkins, Abby Kate Lumpkins, Arthur Marks

Let us break bread together on our knees.
Let us drink wine together on our knees.
Let us praise God together on our knees.
When I fall on my knees with my face to the rising sun,
O Lord, have mercy on me.
African American Spiritual ~ Public Domain
Arrangement ©2012 Hope Publishing CCLI #1049296

ORDINANCE OF COMMUNION
Breaking Bread and Sharing the Cup

We encourage you to read these familiar words and take communion in your home; knowing that you share in this meal with your church family.

While they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed it, broke it, and gave it to the disciples
and said, “Take and eat. This is my body.” He took a cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them saying, “Drink from this, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many so that their sins may be forgiven. I tell you, I won’t drink wine again until that day when I drink it in a new way with you in my Father’s kingdom.” Then, after singing songs of praise, they went out to the Mount of Olives. (Matthew 26:12 CEB)

HYMN OF RESPONSE – “O How He Loves You and Me” KAISER

O how He loves you and me. O how He loves you and me.
He gave His life, what more could He give?
O how He loves you; O how He loves me;
O how He loves you and me.
Jesus to Calvary did go, His love for mankind to show.
What He did there brought hope from despair.
O how He loves you; O how He loves me;
O how He loves you and me.

OUR OFFERINGS
Taking an offering is an act of worship and a part of our service each week. It is important to remember that our offering not only supports the ministry of the church but is an expression of our thankfulness for all God has given us.
We give today because God first gave to us.

BENEDICTION
We go forth, as people renewed by the love of God.
We go forth, to renew others with this very love.
Thanks be to God! Amen.

POSTLUDE – “To God Be the Glory” arr., D. Wagner
©2013 Lorenz Publishing CCLI #1049296

As we enter this time of worship, may we exhale our worries and inhale the Spirit of God that surrounds us. May we find here a space for release and reflection – a space to empty our souls and create a refuge for Sabbath rest.

Next Sunday, July 5, we will share in The Lord’s Supper during our worship.

Third Sunday After Pentecost
June 21, 2020

Great are the works of God’s hands.
Wondrous are the blessings ofChrist’s love.
Holy are the works of God’s Spirit.

SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

June 14, 2020

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Hope in God. Expect miracles.

For with God, anything is possible!

Prayers of the People, concluding with:

Hear our prayers, God of power,
and through the ministry of your Son
free us from the grip of the tomb,
that we may desire you as the fullness of life
and proclaim your saving deeds to all the world. Amen.