09/11/2026
Please join us on Sunday morning at 9:15 for worship service. All are welcome!
‘We are Called into God’s Presence
Prelude
Welcome & Announcements
*Call to Worship
Bless the Holy One! Bless God’s holy name!
Bless God our Healer, Redeemer, and Friend.
Bless the Holy One! Remember the works of God.
Bless the God who saves us, loves us, and forgives us.
Bless the Holy One! Bless the God of life and justice!
Bless the One whose loves and mercy endures but whose anger does not.
Bless God, O our souls!
*Opening Praise Songs
YOU ARE MY KING
I'm forgiven because You were forsaken,
I'm accepted, You were condemned.
I'm alive and well, Your spirit lives within me,
Because You died and rose again.
Amazing love, how can it be?
That You my king would die for me,
Amazing love, I know it's true,
And it's my joy to honor You,
In all I do, I honor You.
("You Are My King," words and music by Billy James Foote
copyright 1997, EMI Christian Music Publishing used by permission, CCLI License # 919815)
HOW DEEP THE FATHER'S LOVE FOR US
How deep the Father's love for us,
How vast beyond all measure,
That He should give His only Son,
To make a wretch His treasure.
How great the pain of searing loss,
The Father turns His face away,
As wounds which mar the chosen one,
Bring many sons to glory.
Behold the man upon the cross,
My sin upon His shoulders.
Ashamed I hear my mocking voice,
Call out among the scoffers.
It was my sin that held Him there,
Until it was accomplished.
His dying breath has brought me life,
I know that it is finished.
I will not boast in anything,
No gifts , no power, no wisdom,
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
His death and resurrection.
Why should I gain from His reward,
I cannot give an answer,
But this I know with all my heart,
His wounds have paid my ransom.
("How Deep the Father's Love for Us,", words and music by Stuart Townend
copyright 1995, Kingsway's Thank You Music used by permission, CCLI License #919815)
*Invocation
*Invocation Response – “Doxology” No. 815
Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
Praise Him, all creatures here below.
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host.
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen
‘We Listen for God’s Word to us
Children’s Message
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen
Response - “Awesome God” No. 179
Our God is an awesome God; He reigns from heaven above
With wisdom, pow’r and love; Our God is an awesome God! (repeat)
Scripture Reading: Genesis 50:15-21 (pg. 42)
Psalm 103:1-10 (pg. 482 )
Invitation to Offering & Prayer of Dedication
Gospel Reading: Matthew 18:21-35 (pg. 800)
Sermon – “If You Think That There Are Limits to Forgiveness,
You Just Maybe Kidding Yourself”
Joys and Concerns
Prayers of the People
*Closing Hymn – “Amazing Grace” No. 343
Benediction and Sending Forth
“We Will Go Out with Joy”
We will go out with joy in the Spirit; we will go out with God.
We will go out with joy in the Spirit; we will go out with God.
Alleluia! We will go out with joy.
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Now anyone who’s been born of the Spirit, sing a new song of joy.
Now anyone who’s been born of the Spirit, sing a new song of joy.
Alleluia! We will go out with joy.
Alleluia! Alleluia
We will go out with joy in the Spirit; we will go out with God.
We will go out with joy in the Spirit: we will go out with God.
(Text and Music: Andrew Donaldson and Hilary Seraph Donaldson, 2003)
POSTLUDE
Pastor: Rev. John Yost (570-837-9232)
Music Director: Tricia Stanford
Scripture Reader: Sharon Stump
Remember the following people in your prayers: Linda Mensch, Doloras Maurer, Bob Young, Seleca Robenolt, Brian Stump & Cameron Murphy (Bold print denotes members.)
Youth Sunday School, ages 3-10, will begin directly after the Children’s Time downstairs with Bonnie Dodge teaching. Younger children are still welcome in the nursery at that time. Today’s volunteer is Diane Amabile.
The Rummage Sale begins today! We will finish setting up the downstairs and start taking donations after church until 3:00 p.m. Pizza will be provided to keep everyone going. Set up continues through Wednesday as we move donations downstairs and sort and display those donations. Clean-up happens on Saturday starting at noon and ends when we are finished. Many hands make a difference for that final push. Stop by any time during the week to say hello and share in the fellowship. It is an amazing week in the life of the church and we appreciate any way that you choose to be a part of it.
Please see the sign-up sheet for the bake sale. The sale begins September 17th and we ask that all baked goods are to the church by Wednesday the 16th at 5:30 so that we are able to price all the items. The proceeds from the sale go to support the Weekend Food Program at the Mifflinburg Schools that we sponsor in March. Thanks for all the donations!
Prayer Shawl will meet Tuesday, September 22nd at 6:30 at the church.
Prime-Timers will take place on September 24th, 12:30pm at East Side Diner in Mifflinburg.
Our annual Neighbors in Need collection begins today. Please grab an envelope or simply make a notation on your check. Thank you for your generosity!
Bible Study for September - Wednesday evenings 6:30 – 8:00pm
This Fall, we will use the Book of Job and selections of the Apostle Paul’s writings to guide our reflection and discussion of “God, Evil, and the Reality of Suffering.” Please join us for a timely and lively group discussion on this important topic.
• September 16th: The Religious response to other people’s suffering.
Job ch. 4-5,8; John ch. 9; Romans 8:12-17
• September 30th: Addressing the “why” before God: blame, confession, remorse,
repentance. Job 9-11, 13-14; 1 Corinthians 4:9-13; 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
The Fall Festival is coming upon us quickly, October 10th! We need everyone’s help to make this community event a success. We will be contacting volunteers to help at the games, food stand and bake sale. If no one has spoken to you and you are able to assist, please reach out. We are also looking for help on Friday evening prior to the festival to haul tables and other items from the church social hall to the Gazebo and again
after the completion of the Festival to return the tables and things to the church social hall. Please consider where you may be able to assist with this wonderful event.
There will be sign-up sheets at the back of the sanctuary to sign up for donations to the bake sale (please remember to label your items) and some items needed for the food stand. Any questions regarding the Fall Festival -please reach out to Sharon Magyar 570-412-6310 call or text.
School is back in session, Fall is quickly approaching and so is the Fall Festival which means it is time to call all bakers! We need bakers young and old and in between, male and female! So, start thinking about which one of your favorite pie recipes you would like to take 1st place! Prize money will be awarded to the top three winners in each division: adult female, adult male, and youth (up to age 15, please note that we lowered this age group).
Entry forms are available at the back of the church and on Friday, October 9th, in the downstairs social room. Please ensure all pies are delivered to the church by 10:30 am on Saturday morning, October 10th. Pies may also be brought to the church on Friday afternoon during setup. For $3 dollars taste all the pies and cast your vote for your top 3 favorites! If anyone would like to help at the pie stand or has any questions see, call or text Sharon Rein at 570-713-9503, Good luck to all the contestants!
