08/02/2026
People of Hope, we journey to glory! We know aging requires courage and bravery. We await the age of anxiety to die and peace to be instilled in our hearts and in the world. Our mirrored reflections change… and our prayerful reflections change into more silent observance and gratitude than petitions. Still nothing in the process alters our true essence. Perhaps we, that voyage on, serve— by accumulating more stories of the faithfulness and power of God.
May our faces shine as we share what we have gathered along the way. The journey becomes a gift itself, opening self-awareness and softening ego, there will be
opportunities to see the sacred in the ordinary, and joyful delights tempered with humility, grace, and a growing compassion. And peace at last.
Lord, awaken us today and be seen in the slow movements of our ordinary days.
Lead us outward to love and bring us home safely rejoicing in all things for your glory.
-Amen
All are welcome!
Ordinary Time
August 2, 2026 11am
Morning Scripture: Mark 1:35-39
Sermon: “Thinking Out Loud”
Epistle: Philippians 1:19-26
by Dr Bill Ireland, NRF Minister
🔹We are a fellowship of God's people. An interdenominational church, worshiping in peace and harmony. As such, we are open, tolerant, accepting of you and your belief.
🔹 Today’s Capture: A swallowtail enjoying a native coneflower.
"Don't ask what the world needs.
Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive."
—Howard Thurman,
Philosopher, theologian, and civil rights leader.
🔹 Altar Artwork:
Christ the teacher by Brenda Nippert
The artist's design evokes the welcoming closeness of Christ as teacher instead of a distant discerning figure.
May this sacred artwork aid your prayer time and call you into worship.
"Behold, the dwelling place of God is with us. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people…” Rev 21
🔹 We invite you to join us for refreshments in fellowship hall, following Worship Service.
If you are a newcomer, we invite you to introduce yourself so that we can greet and welcome you properly. However, we understand there are times where we might rather be anonymous for a while.
We want you to be comfortable.
We are glad to have you with us today!
🔹Nursery open 10:45-12:15
🔹Sunday School (on summer break)
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https://norrisrf.org/order-of-worship
🔹First time visitor:
All are welcomed, no matter where you are on your personal journey. You will find love and support. Dress as you prefer. You will see a wide range of dress, from suits and dresses to shorts or jeans. We have parking in front of and behind the church. We recommend arriving a few minutes early to “settle in” before service. At the entrance, our greeters will warmly welcome you and hand you a bulletin that will help guide you through the service. We have no rules, and you are not under any obligation to do anything. We want you to simply receive what God has in store for you!
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Norris Religious Fellowship
"In things agreed upon unity, In other things liberty, In all things the will to be one.”
