05/24/2026
GATHERING FOR WORSHIP
PRELUDE
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CALL TO WORSHIP
One: How manifold are the works of the Holy One! In wisdom, God has made them all; the earth is full of God’s creatures.
Many: May the glory of the LORD endure forever; may the Creator rejoice in God’s works!
One: How beautiful are the works of the Holy One! In love, God has formed them all; the earth is full of God’s beloved.
Many: I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to our God while I have being.
One: How wonderful are the works of the Holy One! In peace and hope, God has renewed them all; the earth is full of God’s redeemed.
Many: May our meditation be pleasing to Spirit, Rejoice in the Holy One!
INVOCATION
Living Water, quench our thirst. Fill us from the wellspring of your love. Refresh us in the unending flow of your grace. Immerse us in the vastness of your kindom like drops in the ocean. We live in awe of your majesty and in humility at your presence among us. Revive us again as on the Day of Pentecost and drench your church in resurrection power. Amen.
OPENING HYMN “Deep and Wide” Video
(Rise in Body or Spirit)
Passing of the Peace “Peace Be With You”
JOYS AND CONCERNS
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE/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 trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power, and the glory forever and ever, Amen!
INVITATION TO GENEROSITY
Psalm 104:27-28 states, “These all look to you to give them their food in due season; when you give to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things.” As your gathered body, we give and open hands and hearts to share the good things you have given to us. We give in abundance and in sacrifice so that all needs are met. Let us give in thanksgiving and commitment to the church and the world.
OFFERING/OFFERTORY
Offerings may be placed in the plates in the center aisle for Church Expenses. You may also donate through PayPal by scanning the QR code or sending to [email protected]
*DOXOLOGY
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise God, all creatures here below;
Praise God above, ye heav'nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION AND THANKSGIVING
Spirit, receive these gifts for the mutual flourishing of all the creatures of earth and the benefit of your kindom. Sustain us as caretakers, prosper our work, and stir the gifts in us. Amen.
SCRIPTURE John 7:37-39 (page 869 in the pew bibles)
This is the Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
HYMN “Joys are Flowing Like a River” Video
(Seated)
SERMON
HYMN “Shall We Gather at the River”” Video (Rise in Body or Spirit)
BENEDICTION
Having been quenched and ignited by Spirit
And united in the waters of the baptized life
Let us go from this gathering as members of the Body of Christ—
Together even when distant
Understanding and understood across difference
Resolved beyond fear and empowered by the Spirit
Joyful in amazement and in mystery
Visioning, prophesying, dreaming
As on the day of Pentecost
*HYMN OF CLOSING “Peace I Leave with You, My Friends” #249 Black Hymnal (Chorus)
POSTLUDE
Welcome to First Congregational United Church of Christ!
An Open & Affirming Congregation
124 West Sixth Street, Marysville, OH 43040
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www.firstcongregationaluccmarysville.com
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937.642.1611
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