Van Buren Church of The Vine

06/14/2026

Welcome Randy Thurman
Opportunities to Serve

Lighting of Candles Katie McCroskey

*Opening Prayer Randy Thurman

*Opening Hymn “To God Be the Glory” #633 Blue Hymnal

Opening Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17 ESV Holly Kerschner

Morning Prayer Time

Joys and Concerns

*Prayer Song: "He Is Lord” #73 Chorus Book

*Pastoral Prayer Randy Thurman

Hymn: “I’d Rather Have Jesus” #650 Blue Hymnal

Children’s Message Cathy Thurman

Morning Offering:

*Doxology: "Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" #382 Blue Hymnal

*Prayer of Thanksgiving

Morning Message: Grady Stanley

*Closing Hymn: “Since Jesus Came Into My Heart” #639 Blue Hymnal

06/08/2026

Welcome Pastor Brad Hensley

Opportunities to Serve

Lighting of Candles Katie McCroskey

*Responsive Reading:
Leader: Come, let us return to the Lord, for He is gracious and merciful.
People: We seek the Lord with all our hearts and trust in His unfailing love.
Leader: God called Abram to leave what was familiar and follow His leading.
People: By faith, we will follow where God leads us.
Leader: The Lord desires steadfast love and not empty ritual.
People: We offer our hearts, our lives, and our obedience to God.
Leader: God faithfulness is new every morning.
People: We will praise His name and remember His goodness.
Leader: Through Christ, we are called to walk in righteousness and holiness.
People: We will love the Lord our God and follow His ways.
Leader: Let us worship the God who calls, guides, and transforms us.
People: With joy and thanksgiving, we worship the Lord! Amen.

*Opening Prayer Pastor Brad

*Opening Hymn “In My Heart There Rings a Melody” #633 Blue Hymnal

Opening Scripture: Hosea 5:15-6:6 Holly Kerschner

Morning Prayer Time

Joys and Concerns

*Prayer Song: "Something Beautiful” #656 Blue Hymnal

*Pastoral Prayer Pastor Brad

Hymn: “Take My Life, and Let It Be Consecrated” #458 Blue Hymnal

Children’s Message
Morning Offering:

*Doxology: "Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" #382 Blue Hymnal

*Prayer of Thanksgiving

*Scripture Lesson: Genesis 12:1-9 Pastor Brad

Morning Message: A Road to Somewhere

Sacrament of Holy Communion

*Closing Hymn: “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow” #96 Blue Hymnal

06/01/2026

When God Speaks Again by Pastor Brad Hensley at Van Buren Church of The Vine 05/31/2026

Welcome Pastor Brad Hensley

Opportunities to Serve

Lighting of Candles Katie McCroskey

*Responsive Reading:
Leader: Come, Holy Spirit, come upon us today.
People: Fill our hearts with Your presence and power.
Leader: When the world is divided and confused,
People: God speaks peace through His Spirit.
Leader: At Babel, language scattered the nations,
People: At Pentecost, God brought people together again.
Leader: The Spirit appeared like flames of fire,
People: Burning away fear and lighting the way of faith.
Leader: The disciples spoke so all could hear the good news,
People: God still speaks through every language, every people, and every nation.
Leader: The promise of the Father is for all people,
People: Everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Leader: Come, Holy Spirit, renew Your Church today.
People: Revive us, unite us, and send us into the world. Amen!

*Opening Prayer Pastor Brad

*Opening Hymn “Revive Us Again” #574 Blue Hymnal

Opening Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9 Holly Kerschner

Morning Prayer Time

Joys and Concerns

*Prayer Song: "Spirit of the Living God” #155 Blue Hymnal

*Pastoral Prayer Pastor Brad

Hymn: “It Is No Secret” #581 Blue Hymnal

Children’s Message

Morning Offering:

*Doxology: "Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" #382 Blue Hymnal

*Prayer of Thanksgiving

*Scripture Lesson: Acts 2:1-8 Acts 2:12-21

Morning Message: When God Speaks Again

*Closing Hymn: “Since Jesus Came Into My Heart” #639 Blue Hymnal

05/24/2026

Opportunities to Serve
Lighting of Candles Katie McCroskey

*Responsive Reading:
Leader: Christ has called people from every nation and every generation.
People: We are sent to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Leader: God gives gifts to the Church for the work of ministry.
People: Some are called to teach, to serve, to encourage, and to go.
Leader: Missionaries carry the hope of Christ to places near and far.
People: We pray for strength, courage, and open hearts for all who serve.
Leader: The body of Christ is joined together in love and purpose.
People: We will work together to build up the Church of Jesus Christ.
Leader: Through the power of the Holy Spirit, the Gospel continues to spread.
People: May every tribe, tongue, and nation come to know the love of God.
Leader: We are one faith, one family, and one mission in Christ.
People: Until we all grow in unity and maturity in the Lord.
Leader: Let us go with compassion, humility, and boldness.
People: We are called to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world. Amen.

*Opening Prayer Pastor Brad

*Opening Hymn “Battle Hymn of the Republic” #692 Blue Hymnal

Opening Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13 Holly Kerschner

Morning Prayer Time

Joys and Concerns

*Prayer Song: "Majesty” #33 Chorus Book

*Pastoral Prayer Pastor Brad

Hymn: “We Sing the Greatness of Our God” #338 Blue Hymnal

Children’s Message

Morning Offering:

*Doxology: "Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" #382 Blue Hymnal

*Prayer of Thanksgiving

Morning Message: Yoder Family Discussing Their Move to Africa

*Closing Hymn: “We’ve a Story to Tell to the Nations” #659 Blue Hymnal

Benediction/Recessional Pastor Brad/Jackie Duggan/Pat Stanley

05/19/2026

Welcome Pastor Brad Hensley

Opportunities to Serve

Lighting of Candles Katie McCroskey

*Responsive Reading:
Leader: Clap your hands, all you peoples; Shout to God with loud songs of joy!
People: For the Lord Most High is awesome, A great King over all the earth.
Leader: God has gone up with a shout, The Lord with the sound of a trumpet.
People: Sing praises to God, sing praises! Sing praises to our King, sing praises!
Leader: Jesus spoke to His disciples after His resurrection, teaching them and preparing them for the promise of the Holy Spirit.
People: He told them, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you.” And you will be My witnesses to the ends of the earth.
Leader: While they watched, Jesus was lifted up, and a cloud took Him out of their sight.
People: The angels declared, “This same Jesus will come again.” We wait with hope and worship with joy!
Leader: Christ is risen and ascended in glory. Christ reigns forever as Lord of all!
People: Let us worship the ascended King! Amen!

*Opening Prayer Pastor Brad

*Opening Hymn “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” #87 Blue Hymnal

Opening Scripture: Psalm 47 Holly Kerschner

Morning Prayer Time
Joys and Concerns
*Prayer Song: "Jesus, Name Above All Names” #1 Chorus Book
*Pastoral Prayer Pastor Brad

Hymn: “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” #98 Blue Hymnal

Children’s Message

Morning Offering:
*Doxology: "Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" #382 Blue Hymnal
*Prayer of Thanksgiving

*Scripture Lesson: Acts 1:1-11 Pastor Brad

Morning Message: Ascension of Our Lord

*Closing Hymn: “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” #318 Blue Hymnal

05/13/2026

Due to unforseen circumstances the community meal has been canceled for this evening. Please accept our apologies.

05/10/2026

Lighting of Candles Katie McCroskey

Responsive Reading:
Leader: The God who made the world and everything in it is Lord of heaven and earth.
People: He is not far from us—we seek Him today!
Leader: In Him we live and move and have our being.
People: We are His children, created to know and love Him!
Leader: God calls all people everywhere to turn to Him.
People: We turn to You, O Lord, with open hearts!
Leader: Jesus says, “If you love me, keep my commandments.”
People: We will trust You, Lord, and walk in Your ways!
Leader: “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate.”
People: Your Spirit is with us, guiding and strengthening us!
Leader: “I will not leave you as orphans; I am coming to you.”
People: We are not alone—You are near!
Leader: Because Christ lives, we also will live!
People: Our hope is alive, and our faith is strong!
Leader: Those who love Him will be loved by the Father.
People: We will trust and obey, for Your love never fails!
All: We will trust and obey, for You are near, You are faithful, and You are Lord! Amen!

*Opening Prayer Pastor Brad

*Opening Hymn “My Jesus, I Love Thee” #456 Blue Hymnal

Ministry of the Month Gideon’s John Kerlin

Celebration of Mother’s Day

Opening Scripture: Acts 17:22-31 Holly Kerschner

Morning Prayer Time

Joys and Concerns

*Prayer Song: "Where the Spirit of the Lord Is” #148 Blue Hymnal

*Pastoral Prayer Pastor Brad

Hymn: “Are You Washed in the Blood” #259 Blue Hymnal

Children’s Message

Morning Offering:

*Doxology: "Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" #382 Hymnal

*Prayer of Thanksgiving

*Scripture Lesson: John 14:15-21 Pastor Brad

Morning Message: Obey and Trust: The God Who Provides

*Closing Hymn: “Trust and Obey” #454 Blue Hymnal

05/02/2026

Ladies Salad Supper also on YouTube

Ladies Salad Supper Van Buren Church of The Vine 050126

05/02/2026

Ladies Salad Supper Van Buren Church of The Vine
05/01/2026

Guest Speakers:
Connie Hall
Anna Smith

04/27/2026

Fill Their Nets with Fish by Pastor Brad Hensley at Van Buren Church of the Vine 04/26/2026

Welcome - Pastor Brad Hensley
Opportunities to Serve
Lighting of Candles - Katie McCroskey

*Responsive Reading:
Leader: In the beginning, by the water’s edge, the nets were empty and the night was long.
People: Yet at Your word the nets were filled, and our calling began.
Leader: You called us, not because we were worthy, but because You are gracious.
People: we followed unconditionally.
Leader: When we grew tired, when we failed, when we returned to old ways—
People: You came looking for us.
Leader: When our nets were empty again, and our hearts were heavy—
People: You stood on the shore and called out to us.
Leader: You asked us, “Do you love me?”
People: And even when our love was small, You received it.
Leader: Come, then, all who are weary, all who are burdened.
People: We come to the shore, to the fire, to the table of grace.
All: Lord Jesus, You know everything. You know that we love You.
Take our lives, restore our hearts, and lead us again. Amen.
*Opening Prayer Pastor Brad
*Opening Hymn: “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” #325 Blue Hymnal

Opening Scripture: Luke 5:1-11 - Holly Kerschner

Morning Prayer Time
Joys and Concerns
*Prayer Song: "His Name is Wonderful” #230 Blue Hymnal
*Pastoral Prayer/Lord’s Prayer - Pastor Brad
Hymn: “Victory in Jesus” #82 Blue Hymnal
Children’s Message - Pastor Brad
Morning Offering:
*Doxology: "Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" #382 Hymnal
*Prayer of Thanksgiving
*Scripture Lesson: John 21:4-14 - Pastor Brad
Morning Message: Fill their Nets with Fish
*Closing Hymn: “Come Christians Join to Sing” #342 Blue Hymnal