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In-person Worship*
Where? Our worship services are currently inside the sanctuary. Please use the sanctuary entrance that faces Stockley Gardens.
*COVID-19 Mitigation Plan
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When inside the building, everyone, whether vaccinated or not, must wear masks that are well-fitted. When outside, those who are fully vaccinated do not have to wear a mask, while everyone else must wear masks that are well-fitted.
- 6 feet of physical distancing must be maintained by everyone, except for those who are in the same household group. Hugs and handshakes are not allowed.
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All are required to stay home when sick, and we ask everyone to self-check in at each entrance with our health acknowledgement poster.
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Online Worship
- There are 3 different ways you can access our Facebook live service:
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Click here to go to our Facebook page, then scroll down until you see the video of worship,
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Or click here to go to our Facebook page, then click on “More” on the page menu, then click on “Live”,
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Or click here to go directly to our “Live” page.
- The link and video are viewable even if you don't have a Facebook account!
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Please complete a Connection Card or write your name in the comments so we know you are worshiping with us.
Streaming licenses: Ghent UMC is licensed to stream our FB Live worship services with permission under CCLI #20175590 and One License A-727358. All rights reserved.
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Connect with us: Please click here to let us know you are worshiping with us today. Also, if desired, you may give or update your contact information, make prayer requests, indicate ministry interests, and/or request more information about the church or Methodism.
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Gathering and Prelude
Greeting & Announcements
Call to Worship
- Little Children, the one who welcomes you is here.
- Thanks be to God!
- Little Children, young and old, welcome to this place of hope.
- Thanks be to God!
- Little Children, Jesus calls us into the circle of his love.
- Thanks be to God!
- Little Children, come meditate on God’s word.
- Thanks be to God! Amen.
Opening Prayer
God of the First and the Last, give us strength of mind, that we might walk the path of discipleship without wasting our time thinking about who is most important. Instead, guide our thoughts and emotions that we may be like children, dependent on you, welcoming all with hospitality and love. Amen.
Opening Hymn #160, Stanzas 1-3: "Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart;" Tune: Marion; Words and Music: Public Domain
- Click here to view the sheet music.
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1. Rejoice, ye pure in heart; rejoice, give thanks, and sing; your glorious banner wave on high, the cross of Christ your King.
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Refrain: Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice, give thanks and sing.
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2. Your clear hosannas raise, and alleluias loud; whilst answering echoes upward float, like wreaths of incense cloud. Refrain
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3. Yes, on through life's long path, still chanting as ye go; from youth to age, by night and day, in gladness and in woe. Refrain
Children's Message
Sermon
Sermon Hymn #206, Stanza 1: "I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light;" Tune: Houston
Words and Music: One License #A-727358
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Refrain: In Him there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.
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1. I want to walk as a child of the light. I want to follow Jesus. God set the stars to give light to the world. The star of my life is Jesus.
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Refrain: In Him there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.
The Apostles' Creed (Traditional Version)
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried;* the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic** church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*Traditional use of this creed includes these words: "He descended into hell."
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Pastoral Prayer
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, the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
Offering
Doxology #2081: "Thank You, Jesus, Amen;" Tune: Tino Tenda; Words and music: One License #A-727358
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- Words:
- Thank you, Jesus, amen! Thank you, Jesus, amen! Thank you, Jesus, amen! Alleluia, amen!
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Shona: Tino tenda Jesu. Tino tenda Jesu. Tino tenda Jesu. Hallelujah, amen!
Closing Hymn #557: "Blest Be the Tie that Binds;" Tune: Dennis; Words and Music: Public Domain
- Blest be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love; the fellowship of kindred minds is like to that above.
- Before our Father's throne we pour our ardent prayers; our fears, our hopes, our aims are one, our comforts and our cares.
- We share each other's woes, our mutual burdens bear; and often for each other flows the sympathizing tear.
- When we asunder part, it gives us inward pain; but we shall still be joined in heart, and hope to meet again.
Benediction
Postlude
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Daily Prayer Starter
Please set aside time each day to pray for 2-3 minutes. This week's prayer starter is:
"God of all children, keep me humble and trusting in your path for me..."
For more information about Ghent United Methodist Church, please click here to visit our website.
"Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest." -Matthew 11:28
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