Central United Methodist Church - RVA

05/30/2026

Dear Central Family/Friends: Hope you'll join us for worship tomorrow morning at 11:00 am. This is Trinity Sunday, and we'll hear how the Holy Trinity calls Christian disciples to action. If you aren't able to come in person, we stream our service live every Sunday right here on Facebook. The order of worship is found below to help you participate. Have a blessed week. Pastor Shayne

CHIMING THE HOUR
PRELUDE Zack Cross, Musician
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING PRAYER Sandy Harmon, Liturgist

*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: We live in a world infused by God
All: Where our minds are made open by His love.
Leader: He gives promise to every life
All: And our minds and hearts turn towards Heaven.
Leader: We move towards an unknown destination where the Creator has promised to meet us;
All: We are breaking down barriers to reach that sacred place.
Leader: We gather as people of the cross and resurrection
All: We come as the children of the Father
Leader: Reconciled by grace through the Son
All: And filled with God's love through the Spirit. Amen
(Frank Howarth, Central UMC, Richmond, VA with Jacob Traeger
and Acts 1: 1-11)

*OPENING HYMN “We Believe in One True God” Hymnal 85

PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Lord Jesus, let me not seek to earn what can only be received by grace. When I serve, let me not try to balance the scales. I know I cannot repay Your supply of extravagant grace because You do not require it. Free the score-keepers in our world and in our hearts. Restore the fallen in our world and in our hearts. Strengthen the broken, uplift the lowly, bring down tyrants, erase the division in in our world. Create a Christ-centered humanity in our world and in our hearts. Use me to help make it so. (Frank Howarth)
..time of silent prayer...

Assurance of Pardon
Leader: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!
People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!
ALL: Glory to God. Amen.

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
PSALTER Psalm 8, response #1 Hymnal 743
GOSPEL READING Matthew 28:16-20 p. 41 (NT) Red Bible
Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.

MESSAGE “A Trinitarian Call to Action” Pastor Shayne

WE RESPOND IN FAITH
*HYMN OF RESPONSE “Guide My Feet” (vs. 1-4)
Faith We Sing 2208

*STATEMENT OF FAITH - THE APOSTLE’S CREED – TRAD Hymnal 881

A TIME OF PRAYER – Where have you seen God at work this week?
A PRAYER FOR CENTRAL’S VISION (in unison): Lord, we humbly ask
you to help us passionately live out Central’s vision: “Making God’s love real by planting seeds of compassion, cultivating relationships, and teaching Christ-centered discipleship.”
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND PETITION
THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal 895

OFFERING OUR GIFTS
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Creating God, from the beginning, you formed light out of darkness, breath from dust, and life from love. In Christ, you walked among us, and through your Spirit, you empower us still. Today, we offer our gifts—signs of our desire to partner with you in your ongoing work of creation, healing, and discipleship. Use these offerings to build communities of compassion, to welcome the stranger, and to teach your ways of justice and joy. May our giving reflect the wonder of your Triune love and our willingness to go and grow disciples in your name. Amen
(United Methodist Discipleship Ministries online, Gen 1 & Mt.
28)
OFFERTORY – “Adagio” by Tomaso Albinoni – Pastor Shayne, cello
*SONG OF PRAISE Praise God, from Whom all Blessings Flow Hymnal 95

WE ARE SENT TO SERVE IN CHRIST’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “Go Make of All Disciples” Hymnal 571

Pastoral Benediction
POSTLUDE

05/23/2026

Dear Central Family/Friends: Hope you can join us tomorrow to celebrate Pentecost, the birth of the Church Universal. We stream our service live every Sunday at 11:00 am. If you can't come in person, the order of worship is found below to help you participate. Many Blessings, Pastor Shayne

CHIMING THE HOUR
PRELUDE “Spirit of God Descend Upon My Heart/O Breath of Life”
By F. Atkinson & J. Bloomquist Sara Manner, Musician
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING PRAYER Tabitha Sierra, Liturgist

*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Come Holy Spirit, open heaven and shine your light.
All: O father of the poor and giver of all good gifts dwell with us and bring hope to all.
Leader: Without you, God, our works are empty.
All: Come breathe your breath to shape and enliven us.
Leader: Let there be a new Pentecost and forgiveness without limits.
All: Let us bring forth a new heaven here on earth.
Leader: Praise God in heaven for his mighty, rushing wind !
All: Let that still small voice be ever-present in our ears !
(Frank Howarth, based on the ancient prayer, “Veni, Sancte
Spiritus” and Ministry Matters)

*OPENING HYMN “Spirit of the Living God” (sing twice)
Hymnal 393
PENTECOST PRAYER
O God of amazing love and unexpected grace, open my eyes
that I may see you when I feel abandoned. Forgive me
when I easily allow circumstances to blind me to your
presence. Forgive me when I do not trust your power and
providence. Dance with me in those days ahead enflaming
me with your passion for justice. Purify me of a grasping
greediness. Silence my tongue which is tempted to gossip.
Let Jesus lead me to serve and comfort. Pour out your
spirit on all my brothers and sisters so we can be a force of
kindness to this world. Let today be a rebirth and renewal
of the heart of Jesus Christ, Lord and Savior. Amen.
(from RevGalBlogPals website and Pentecost Prayers for the Season)

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
GOSPEL READING John 20:19-23 p. 141 (NT) Red Bible
NEW TESTAMENT READING Acts 2:1-21 p. 144 (NT) Red Bible
Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.

MESSAGE “The Spirit at Work Among Us” Pastor Shayne

WE RESPOND IN FAITH
*HYMN OF RESPONSE “As a Fire Meant for Burning”
Faith We Sing 2237

*STATEMENT OF FAITH - THE APOSTLE’S CREED – TRAD
Hymnal 881

A TIME OF PRAYER – Where have you seen God at work this week?
A PRAYER FOR CENTRAL’S VISION (in unison): Lord, we humbly ask
you to help us passionately live out Central’s vision: “Making God’s love real by planting seeds of compassion, cultivating relationships, and teaching Christ-centered discipleship.”
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND PETITION
THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal 895

OFFERING OUR GIFTS
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Empowering God, you are the one who pours out your Spirit on sons and daughters, on young and old, on leaders and servants alike. You have not withheld your gifts, but have shared them freely: truth, empathy, vision, and power. As your Spirit-filled people, we now offer our gifts-not out of fear or obligation, but in response to your boundless generosity. Use these offerings to fuel the prophetic witness of your church, to bless those still yearning for hope, and to build a community where all are seen, heard, and loved. May our giving, like your Spirit, be poured out without limit. Amen (United Methodist Discipleship Ministries online)
OFFERTORY – “I Need Thee Every Hour” by Robert Lowry
*SONG OF PRAISE Praise God, from Whom all Blessings Flow Hymnal 95

WE ARE SENT TO SERVE IN CHRIST’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “The Spirit Sends Us Forth to Serve”
Faith We Sing 2241

Pastoral Benediction
POSTLUDE – “Shine, Jesus Shine” by Graham Kendrick

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

Dear Central Family/Friends: Hope you can join us for worship this morning at 11:00 am. If you can't join us in person, please watch our service online. We stream our service every Sunday via Facebook Live. The order of worship found below will help you participate online. Blessings, Pastor Shayne

CHIMING THE HOUR
PRELUDE “Tell Me the Stories of Jesus” by F.A. Challinor
Sara Manner, Musician
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING PRAYER Nancy Manner, Liturgist

*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Let us move away from the middle wall of separation.
All: Jesus saved us through his passion and death.
Leader: He has given a new identity to all who believe.
All: Jesus gives us life in His resurrection.
Leader: The Creator’s awesome power also fortifies our spirit.
All: Empowering us to be a part of the household of God.
Leader: Help us, Lord, to be your heart in the world.
All: And to see you in the faces of others.
Leader: You alone, God, have made us one with your saints. Amen
(Frank Howarh, Central United Methodist, Richmond, VA, from
Ephesians 2:14-22, Terri on RevGalBlogPals, and Dr. Martyn
Lloyd-Jones)

*OPENING HYMN - “Just As I Am” (vs. 1-3, 6) Hymnal 357

PRAYER OF HOPE
Prophetic Spirit of Truth, clear my vision, open my hearts fogged windows, give me eyes to see through life Earthly, finding your all present Rose Heart Mystery.
(pause)
May you give me pictures that glorify, but, God, let not this glory be mine, let it be Thine. Let it be Thine, for you are greater than I.
(pause)
Lord may your Dearest Essence be blessed. Give my pen fire to warm great Heaven's Breast. Let my words be sweet perfume flying to you as birds, hand me Thee as mine, let my ink be Divine, for You are all in all. Amen.
(from The Muse of all Christian Poets, April 2009 Steve E.)

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
OLD TESTAMENT READING Isaiah 57:14-19 p. 841 (OT) Red Bible
EPISTLE READING Ephesians 2:14-16 p. 235 (NT) Red Bible
Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.

MESSAGE - “The Kingdom of God: Let It Begin with Us” – Sermon #4 in 4-part series: “Overcoming Obstacles to Peace” Justice Series – Pastor Shayne (breakthroughseries online)

WE RESPOND IN FAITH
*HYMN OF RESPONSE “Let There Be Peace on Earth” Hymnal 431
Andrew Goins, Tenor, will sing first, then the congregation will sing

*STATEMENT OF FAITH - THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Hymnal 883

A TIME OF PRAYER – Where have you seen God at work this week?
A PRAYER FOR CENTRAL’S VISION (in unison): Lord, we humbly ask
you to help us passionately live out Central’s vision: “Making God’s love real by planting seeds of compassion, cultivating relationships, and teaching Christ-centered discipleship.”
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND PETITION
THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal 895

OFFERING OUR GIFTS
GIVING MOMENT: Leader: Blessed are the peacemakers. Our peace comes from Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Let the peace of God be known through our gifts.
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Peace-making God, we see violence and strife in our world. We pray to let peace begin with me. May the power of the Holy Spirit move through these gifts to impart peace throughout our community, we pray. Amen
(“Overcoming Obstacles to Peace,” sermon series online)
OFFERTORY – “Morning Has Broken” – Traditional Scottish Tune
*SONG OF PRAISE Praise God, from Whom all Blessings Flow Hymnal 95

WE ARE SENT TO SERVE IN CHRIST’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “In Christ There Is No East or West” Hymnal 548
Pastoral Benediction
POSTLUDE – “We Will Glorify the King of Kings” by Twyla Paris

04/25/2026

Dear Central Family/Friends: Hope you can join us for worship tomorrow morning at 11:00 am. We have a special sermon series going on for another two weeks. If you can't come in person, we stream our services right here on Facebook every Sunday. The order of worship may help you participate online, so you'll find it below. Have a great week. God Bless You, Pastor Shayne

CHIMING THE HOUR
PRELUDE Zack Cross, Musician
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING PRAYER Russ Parrish, Liturgist

*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: We come before you humbled by the truth of Your Word.
All: You have called us into Your vineyard, yet too often we measure our worth by our own efforts.
Leader: Do not compare your portion to others.
All: Forgive us, Lord, for envy at another's blessings.
Leader: And forgive us our grumbling when Your mercy
offends our sense of fairness.
All: Give us hearts that are grateful for our place in the vineyard.
Leader: Lord, Your justice is always wrapped in mercy.
All: Renew in us the joy of serving You in love.
Leader: May we live each day in the freedom of your grace.
All: In the name of Jesus, giver of all good gifts, we pray. Amen
(Frank Howarh, Central United Methodist, Richmond, VA, from internet sources
and Matthew 20: 1-16)

*OPENING HYMN - “I Am Thine, O Lord” Hymnal 419

PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Lord Jesus, let me seek not to earn what can only be
received by grace. When I serve, let me not try to balance the scales. I know I cannot repay Your supply of extravagant grace because You do not require it. Free the score-keepers in our world and in our hearts. Restore the fallen in our world and in our hearts. Strengthen the broken, uplift the lowly, bring down tyrants, erase the division in in our world. Create a Christ-centered humanity in our world and in our hearts. Use me to help make it so. Amen
(Frank Howarth adapted from John van de Laar)

Assurance of Pardon
Leader: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!
People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!
ALL: Glory to God. Amen.

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
PSALTER Psalm 103:1-18 Hymnal 824
GOSPEL READING Matthew 20:1-16 p. 26 (NT) Red Bible
Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.
MESSAGE - “When Resenting Is Preventing” – Sermon #2 in 4-part series: “Overcoming Obstacles to Peace” Justice Series

WE RESPOND IN FAITH
*HYMN OF RESPONSE “Make Me a Servant” Faith We Sing 2176
*STATEMENT OF FAITH - THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Hymnal 883

A TIME OF PRAYER – Where have you seen God at work this week?
A PRAYER FOR CENTRAL’S VISION (in unison): Lord, we humbly ask
you to help us passionately live out Central’s vision: “Making God’s love real by planting seeds of compassion, cultivating relationships, and teaching Christ-centered discipleship.”
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND PETITION
THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal 895

OFFERING OUR GIFTS
GIVING MOMENT: Leader: God is generous, giving to each according to their need. Our resources may vary, but our giving comes from the heart. Recently,
our Easter offering lifted up a woman confined to her wheelchair. By partnering with RampsRVA she was able to participate in outside activities again. Let our generosity reflect the abundance of God to serve “the least of these.”
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Gracious God, your kingdom is not like the world. Jesus reminds us that
the last will be first, and the first will be last. As coworkers in the kingdom
of God, let our gifts magnify your ways and lift up those whom the world leaves out. In the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen
(“Overcoming Obstacles to Peace,” adapted-Shayne Estes)
OFFERTORY
*SONG OF PRAISE Praise God, from Whom all Blessings Flow Hymnal 95

WE ARE SENT TO SERVE IN CHRIST’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “Pass It On” Hymnal 572
Pastoral Benediction
POSTLUDE

04/05/2026

Yard Sale in our church parking lot in Manchester
Saturday May 2nd —- 8 am - Noon
To reserve a spot as a seller, email:
[email protected] and we’ll send you more info.

04/04/2026

Happy Easter (just a little early). Hope you'll join us for our 11:00 am Easter service tomorrow to learn the true meaning of Easter. Come praise the risen Christ for the great things he has done for us. If you aren't able to come in person, we stream our service here on Facebook every Sunday. In order to help you participate, the order of worship is found below. Many blessings to you and yours,
Pastor Shayne

CHIMING THE HOUR
PRELUDE - “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” adapted from Lyra Davidica
Sara Manner, Musician
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING PRAYER Nancy Manner, Liturgist
CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Let all the doubters come and see!
All: Where is He? Where is He?
Leader: He is not here. He walked out on His own.
ALL: How can this be? Men placed Him in the tomb.
Leader: His Father has raised Him. Look for the signs!
All: There was an earthquake. The stone is rolled away.
Leader: See the carpenter's cloth. His task is done. It is finished
All: We come to find the One who has conquered the grave.
Leader: He has turned our mourning into dancing!
All: Shattered darkness shrouds the night.
Leader: He poured the blood and brought the light.
All: Our sweet salvation shines the light !
Leader: Hear the angel of proclamation. He is risen!
All: He is risen indeed!
Leader: (Louder) Christ is Risen!
All: (Louder) He is Risen indeed! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Amen
(Fank Howarth, using the Gospels of Mathew, Luke & John plus Cindy Morgan in
The Carpenter's Cloth by Sigmund Brouwer

*OPENING HYMN - “Thine Be the Glory” Hymnal 308

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
OLD TESTAMENT READING Zephaniah 3:14-20 p. 1073 (OT) Red Bible
GOSPEL READING Matthew 28:1-10 p. 41 (NT) Red Bible
Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.
MESSAGE “It Happened in the Night” Pastor Shayne

WE RESPOND IN FAITH
*HYMN OF RESPONSE “Christ Is Alive” Hymnal 318

*STATEMENT OF FAITH – The Apostle’s Creed, Traditional
Hymnal 881

A TIME OF PRAYER – Where have you seen God at work this week?
A PRAYER FOR CENTRAL’S VISION (in unison): Lord, we humbly ask
you to help us passionately live out Central’s vision: “Making God’s love real by planting seeds of compassion, cultivating relationships, and teaching Christ-centered discipleship.”
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND PETITION
THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal 895

SPECIAL MUSIC – “Up from the Grave He Arose” (Lowry) –
Andrew Goins, Tenor

OFFERING OUR GIFTS
OFFERTORY PRAYER
God of New Beginnings, you roll away more than stones. You roll away despair and doubt, fear and failure. On this Resurrection morning, we offer our gifts in gratitude for the new life we have found in Christ. Let these offerings be signs of our commitment to live differently -- eyes open, hearts awakened, hands ready to serve. May what we give today help announce to the world that hope is alive, love has triumphed, and joy cannot be contained. Use us and what we offer to keep telling the story: Christ is risen, indeed! Amen (United Methodist Church, Worship Planning, Matthew 28:1-10)
OFFERTORY – “Christ Has Risen” by William Moore
*SONG OF PRAISE Praise God, from Whom all Blessings Flow Hymnal 95

Holy Communion UMH 12
Unison Prayer after Communion
Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves for others, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

WE ARE SENT TO SERVE IN CHRIST’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” Hymnal 302
Pastoral Benediction

POSTLUDE– “Psalm 19 – The Heavens Declare” by B. Marcello

03/28/2026

Dear Central Family/Friends: Hope you'll join us for our worship service tomorrow at 11:00 am. This is a special Sunday, Palm Sunday, which starts the Holy Week. If you aren't able to attend in person, the worship liturgy will help you participate online. We stream our service every Sunday her on Facebook. Have a blessed Holy Week. Pastor Shayne

CHIMING THE HOUR
PRELUDE - “Air” from “Water Music” by George Frederic Handel
Sara Manner, Musician
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING PRAYER Leah Duncan, Liturgist
*”NEW ADVENT” CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Dare to approach the throne as true penitents.
All: Christ has drawn the line that the Devil cannot cross.
Leader: Bring forth your delinquent spirits for healing.
All: We lay our very souls before the First One of heaven. The Lord is on the way.
Leader: Bring all your years of Christian maturity – how you learned not to follow because you had to, but want to.
All: Our souls are blessed. The Lord is on the way.
Leader: Coming out of winter's darkness, humanity stands watching for his signs.
All: We wait for the Daystar of God's salvation ! The Lord is on the way.
Leader: He came and He is coming – mystery both old and new.
All: It is the hour of our new Advent of which prophets have not known or told. Lord Jesus, quickly come! Amen
(Fank Howarth drawn from Joy F. Patterson in Come, You People of the Promise and Christine Sine on Godspace)

*OPENING HYMN - “Tell Me the Stories of Jesus” Hymnal 277

PRAYER OF TRUST IN CHRIST
O Lord, we magnify your name in all the earth trusting in you wondrous power and love. Yes, Father, when your Son entered Jerusalem, people laid down their garments for his path. When we pull off our false righteousness and lay it at Christ's feet we allow Him to enter our hearts. This is Holy Week – beginning with a triumphal entrance but ending in Your mighty sacrifice of atonement for all. You have loved each of us as if there were only one of us. If we would lay ourselves at the altar of your Son, there is no telling what He would do with us and through us. Forgive our arrogance, replacing it with such strong desire to walk by your side. For we all understand: no palms, no pain, no thorns, no throne, no gall, no cross, no glory, no crown. Palm Sunday tells us that it is the Cross which is the true Tree of Life. Amen
(Frank Howarth, in concert with Augustus Toplady, William Penn, Pope Benedict XVI, and Saint Agustine.)

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
PSALTER Psalm 118, response #1 Hymnal 839
GOSPEL READING Matthew 21:1-11 p. 27 (NT) Red Bible
Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.
MESSAGE “Lord, Save Us” Pastor Shayne

WE RESPOND IN FAITH
*HYMN OF RESPONSE “Hosanna, Loud Hosannas” Hymnal 278
*STATEMENT OF FAITH – The Apostle’s Creed, Traditional Hymnal 881

A TIME OF PRAYER – Where have you seen God at work this week?
A PRAYER FOR CENTRAL’S VISION (in unison): Lord, we humbly ask
you to help us passionately live out Central’s vision: “Making God’s love real by planting seeds of compassion, cultivating relationships, and teaching Christ-centered discipleship.”
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND PETITION
THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal 895

OFFERING OUR GIFTS
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Humble Savior, you ride into our lives not with force, but with invitation—calling us to follow, to risk, and to trust. As we bring these gifts, we confess we don’t always understand where the road leads. But like those who laid down cloaks and waved palms, we offer what we have with hope in our hearts and praise on our lips. Use these offerings to proclaim your kingdom—where love confronts fear, and peace dares to speak in the shadow of power. Save us, Lord. Use us. Amen. (United Methodist Church,
Worship Planning Online, Matthew 21:1-11)
OFFERTORY – “Filled with Excitement” by Rube Ruiz Avila
*SONG OF PRAISE Praise God, from Whom all Blessings Flow Hymnal 95

WE ARE SENT TO SERVE IN CHRIST’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “All Glory, Laud, and Honor” Hymnal 280
Pastoral Benediction

POSTLUDE– “All Glory, Laud, and Honor” by Melchior Teschner, Arr. Cindy Berry

03/14/2026

Dear Central Family/Friends: We hope you can join us for worship tomorrow at 11:00 am. If you can't come in person, we stream the service on this page every Sunday. The order of worship is found below to help you participate online. Have a great week. Pastor Shayne

CHIMING THE HOUR
PRELUDE – “Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley” American folk hymn Sara Manner, Musician
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING PRAYER Bill Duncan, Liturgist
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Let the redeemed of the Lord say so!
All: We are saved through the blood of Christ.
Leader: Do not faint or suffer in misery.
All: We will heed our God and break our earthly bonds.
Leader: Let your light shine for Him when all is silence.
All: We lift our thoughts and voices in praise to Christ.
Leader: Though serpents are present there will be no whining.
All: Only loud praise for all that has been done for us.
Leader: Speak your minds and do not be captives here.
All: Christ transforms us and raises our souls to God. Amen.
(Frank Howarth Central UMC, Richmond, VA, with help from Thomas Merton, Martin Buber & Aldus Huxley.)

*OPENING HYMN - “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” Hymnal 103

PRAYER FOR OURSELVES IN SOCIETY
Omniscient and all-powerful Lord, I know I am not better than others. I am not your sole concern. Let me have my solitude with you in prayer; but let me
also engage the stranger. Let me hear your heavenly music; but also that of Mozart, Vivaldi, F***y Crosby, Miles Davis, Dolly and Snoop. Let me be forever seeking your next task for this sinful world. Please keep it small; for you know I can talk a good game but can also fail to score. I will try to stay out of your way. Give me strength in my weakness and calm in my trials. Allow me to see just how in love with me you are so I can shout your praises on all the highways in this life. Amen. (Frank Howarth)

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
PSALTER Psalm 107 Hymnal 830
OLD TESTAMENT READING Numbers 21:4-9 p. 174 (OT) Red Bible

Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.
MESSAGE “Raised to Restore” Pastor Shayne

WE RESPOND IN FAITH
*HYMN OF RESPONSE “Have Thine Own Way, Lord” Hymnal 382
*STATEMENT OF FAITH – The Apostle’s Creed, Traditional Hymnal 881

A TIME OF PRAYER – Where have you seen God at work this week?
A PRAYER FOR CENTRAL’S VISION (in unison): Lord, we humbly ask
you to help us passionately live out Central’s vision: “Making God’s love real by planting seeds of compassion, cultivating relationships, and teaching Christ-centered discipleship.”
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND PETITION
THE LORD’S PRAYER Hymnal 895

OFFERING OUR GIFTS
OFFERTORY PRAYER
God of unwavering love, you have held nothing back in your love for us, not even your Son. How we marvel at that kind of love, and how we long to reflect a portion of that devotion back to you. As we dedicate our offerings to you, lead us away from our tendency to hold back and worry that there will not be enough. Help us to live as the people of love and abundance you have called us to be. In Christ, we pray. Amen (United Methodist Church,
Worship Planning, John 3:14-21.
OFFERTORY – “When Jesus Wept” by W. Billings
*SONG OF PRAISE Praise God, from Whom all Blessings Flow Hymnal 95

WE ARE SENT TO SERVE IN CHRIST’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “Grace Alone” Faith We Sing 2262
Pastoral Benediction

POSTLUDE – “Lift High the Cross” by Sydney Nicholson, Arr. Cindy Berry