Stone United Methodist Church

09/01/2026

Lay Servant Ministry classes for Fall 2026 are registering now - visit WPAUMC.org for details and sign up. Registration Deadline is Sept. 20.

08/30/2026

AUGUST 30, 2026
FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
PASTOR DOMINGOS FERNANDO
ORGANIST JIM ROSS

Prelude- Draw Us In The Spirit's Tether – Charles Callahan

Welcome & Announcements

*Call to Worship

L. Who are you and why are you here today?

P. We have come to encounter Jesus the Christ.

L. Do you feel his presence among you?

P. Yes, and we give God thanks for Jesus who is always with us in spirit.

L. May your eyes be opened, your spirits led, and your hearts warmed today as you seek his face.

All: May our burdens be lifted and our souls healed for service. Amen.

*Opening Hymn “O God, Our Help in Ages Past" UMH #117

*Opening Prayer, in unison
Oh God of direction and guidance, we give thanks for your continual presence in our lives, especially in those times we are not sure which decision to make. Work within and around us so we experience clarity and peace as we seek to understand your purpose in our lives. In your everlasting love of us, we offer this prayer. Amen.

Responsive Reading - Psalm 139, UMH p.854-5

Response - “Gloria Patri” #70

Children's Time – Blessing of the Backpacks

Scripture Reading - John 3:1-9 (NIV)

Morning Message - On Purpose Sermon Series week 1: “Why Am I Here?”

Collection of Tithes and Offerings

Offertory - In Heavenly Love – Jerry Westenluehler

*Doxology UMH #95

*Prayer of Thanksgiving

Prayers of the People - Sharing of Joys and Concerns

Prayer Hymn - “Spirit of the Living God" UMH #393

Time of Prayer followed by the Lord’s Prayer ( #895)

*Closing Hymn - “Freely, Freely" UMH #389

Blessing & Benediction

Postlude - Allegro Moderato – Arnold Cooke

08/29/2026

Join us this Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 9AM as Pastor Domingos Fernando leads us in worship with a new sermon series, On Purpose, and a message titled "Why Am I Here?".

08/27/2026

Students, bring your backpack to church! Kids will have a blessing of the backpacks during Children's Church at our 9am Sunday worship service.

08/23/2026

08/16/2026

AUGUST 2, 2026
TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
REV. DOMINGOS FERNANDO
ORGANIST JIM ROSS


Prelude - Amazing Grace, My Chains are Gone-Chris Tomlin
Welcome & Announcements

*Call to Worship

L: We gather this morning in the name of the God, who gives life and breath to all things.
P: We come to praise the Lord, who sees our acts of love and kindness.
L: In Joppa lived a woman named Tabitha, whose hands were full of good works and acts of charity.
P: Christ calls us also to use our hands to bless the poor and lift the heavy burden.
L: When sorrow came, and death laid its cold hand upon her, Peter knelt and prayed, “Tabitha, get up.”
P: By the power of Jesus Christ, the grave was conquered, and she opened her eyes.
L: Our God is still the God of resurrection, turning our mourning into dancing.
P: Let us rise and serve the living God with joy and thankful hearts. Amen.

*Praise Hymn #158 Come Christians Join To Sing

*Opening Prayer, in unison
Lord of life, you call us out of darkness into your marvelous light. Like Tabitha, inspire us to fill our days with good works through our calls, gifts, talents, and times, and acts of charity. When we feel overwhelmed by hopelessness or death, remind us of your resurrection power. Wake our spirits, open our eyes, and fill this space with your living presence today. Amen.

Responsive Reading: Psalm 116, UMH p. 837-8
Response: “Gloria Patri” #70

Scripture Reading: Acts 9:36-43

Morning Message: “ The Hands That Preached: Dorcas And The Power of Good Works”

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
Offertory Fill My Cup, Lord-Richard Blanchard
*Doxology #95
*Prayer of Thanksgiving

Prayers of the People: Sharing of Joys and Concerns

Prayer Hymn: #473 Lead Me Lord

Communion

Time of Prayer, followed by the Lord’s Prayer ( #895)

*Closing Hymn: #581 Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service

*Unison Benediction: Lord, as we leave this space, may we walk in the freedom Christ has given, live by the Spirit who leads us in love, and bear fruit that blesses others. Go now, guided by grace, rooted in peace. Amen.

Postlude – Recessional on O Love Divine and Golden-Jon Spong

Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or [email protected]

08/09/2026

AUGUST 2, 2026
TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
REV. DOMINGOS FERNANDO
ORGANIST JIM ROSS


Prelude - Amazing Grace, My Chains are Gone-Chris Tomlin
Welcome & Announcements

*Call to Worship

L: We gather this morning in the name of the God, who gives life and breath to all things.
P: We come to praise the Lord, who sees our acts of love and kindness.
L: In Joppa lived a woman named Tabitha, whose hands were full of good works and acts of charity.
P: Christ calls us also to use our hands to bless the poor and lift the heavy burden.
L: When sorrow came, and death laid its cold hand upon her, Peter knelt and prayed, “Tabitha, get up.”
P: By the power of Jesus Christ, the grave was conquered, and she opened her eyes.
L: Our God is still the God of resurrection, turning our mourning into dancing.
P: Let us rise and serve the living God with joy and thankful hearts. Amen.

*Praise Hymn #158 Come Christians Join To Sing

*Opening Prayer, in unison
Lord of life, you call us out of darkness into your marvelous light. Like Tabitha, inspire us to fill our days with good works through our calls, gifts, talents, and times, and acts of charity. When we feel overwhelmed by hopelessness or death, remind us of your resurrection power. Wake our spirits, open our eyes, and fill this space with your living presence today. Amen.

Responsive Reading: Psalm 116, UMH p. 837-8
Response: “Gloria Patri” #70

Scripture Reading: Acts 9:36-43

Morning Message: “ The Hands That Preached: Dorcas And The Power of Good Works”

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
Offertory Fill My Cup, Lord-Richard Blanchard
*Doxology #95
*Prayer of Thanksgiving

Prayers of the People: Sharing of Joys and Concerns

Prayer Hymn: #473 Lead Me Lord

Communion

Time of Prayer, followed by the Lord’s Prayer ( #895)

*Closing Hymn: #581 Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service

*Unison Benediction: Lord, as we leave this space, may we walk in the freedom Christ has given, live by the Spirit who leads us in love, and bear fruit that blesses others. Go now, guided by grace, rooted in peace. Amen.

Postlude – Recessional on O Love Divine and Golden-Jon Spong

Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or [email protected]

08/07/2026

Join us at the FCCA this afternoon as we welcome Pastor Domingos Fernando to the Meadville community - All are Welcome!

08/02/2026

AUGUST 2, 2026
TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
REV. DOMINGOS FERNANDO
ORGANIST JIM ROSS


Prelude - Amazing Grace, My Chains are Gone-Chris Tomlin
Welcome & Announcements

*Call to Worship

L: We gather this morning in the name of the God, who gives life and breath to all things.
P: We come to praise the Lord, who sees our acts of love and kindness.
L: In Joppa lived a woman named Tabitha, whose hands were full of good works and acts of charity.
P: Christ calls us also to use our hands to bless the poor and lift the heavy burden.
L: When sorrow came, and death laid its cold hand upon her, Peter knelt and prayed, “Tabitha, get up.”
P: By the power of Jesus Christ, the grave was conquered, and she opened her eyes.
L: Our God is still the God of resurrection, turning our mourning into dancing.
P: Let us rise and serve the living God with joy and thankful hearts. Amen.

*Praise Hymn #158 Come Christians Join To Sing

*Opening Prayer, in unison
Lord of life, you call us out of darkness into your marvelous light. Like Tabitha, inspire us to fill our days with good works through our calls, gifts, talents, and times, and acts of charity. When we feel overwhelmed by hopelessness or death, remind us of your resurrection power. Wake our spirits, open our eyes, and fill this space with your living presence today. Amen.

Responsive Reading: Psalm 116, UMH p. 837-8
Response: “Gloria Patri” #70

Scripture Reading: Acts 9:36-43

Morning Message: “ The Hands That Preached: Dorcas And The Power of Good Works”

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
Offertory Fill My Cup, Lord-Richard Blanchard
*Doxology #95
*Prayer of Thanksgiving

Prayers of the People: Sharing of Joys and Concerns

Prayer Hymn: #473 Lead Me Lord

Communion

Time of Prayer, followed by the Lord’s Prayer ( #895)

*Closing Hymn: #581 Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service

*Unison Benediction: Lord, as we leave this space, may we walk in the freedom Christ has given, live by the Spirit who leads us in love, and bear fruit that blesses others. Go now, guided by grace, rooted in peace. Amen.

Postlude – Recessional on O Love Divine and Golden-Jon Spong

Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, or share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or [email protected]

07/31/2026

Mark your calendars - Community Meet & Greet with Pastor Domingos is next Friday at the FCCA - come help us welcome him to Meadville!