“Enter Into His Gates with Thanksgiving & Praise” January 9, 2022 OPENING “Lord, I Owe You” Arr. By: Kyle E. Kelley
CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 29 Response: With joy the Lord of Hosts proclaim; extol the great almighty name. Leader: People: Leader: People:
Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to the Lord the glory of his name; worship the Lord in holy splendor. The voice of the Lord is upon the waters; the God of glory thunders, the Lord, upon many waters. The voice of the Lord is powerful, the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.
Response: With joy the Lord of Hosts proclaim; extol the great almighty name. Leader: People:
The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars, the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon.
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The Lord makes Lebanon to skip like a calf, and Sirion like a young wild ox. The voice of the Lord flashes forth flames of fire.
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The voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness, the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh.
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The voice of the Lord makes the oaks to whirl, and strips the forests bare; and in his temple all cry, “Glory!”
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The Lord sits enthroned over the flood; the Lord sits enthroned as Ruler forever. May the Lord give strength to his people! May the Lord bless his people with peace!
Response: With joy the Lord of Hosts proclaim; extol the great almighty name.
PRAYER
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
CONGREGATIONAL SINGING “God Never Fails” By: George Jordan Arr. By: Jeffrey P. Radford Refrain God never fails. God never fails. He abides in me. He gives me victory. No God never fails. Just keep the faith, and never cease to pray; just walk upright, call Him noon, day, or night. He’ll be there. He’ll be there. There’s no need to worry, for God never fails! Verse 1 I never worry, I never fret; for God Almighty has never failed me yet. Though ‘buked and scorned, I know that I’ve been reborn, for God never fails. Verse 2 No need to worry, no need to cry; I’ve got my Lord, I now He is on my side. Daily I trust, I never shall doubt Him, for God never fails.
MINISTRY THROUGH TITHES AND OFFERINGS By: Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane Director of Stewardship & Generosity, Discipleship Ministries, The United Methodist Church God of New Beginnings: As we move into this new year, stir in us the feelings of expectation! Kindle our hearts and minds to see possibilities for our world and for your kingdom. Help us to believe that the world we have can be better: more loving, more just, more compassionate, and looking much more like the world you’ve imagined for us. Lord, help us to give generously this day to empower that to happen. In the name of Christ, Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen. (Luke 3:15-17, 21-22)
BLESSING AND SENDING FORTH Go in peace. “Lord, Make Me More Holy” Author Unknown Arr. By: Valeria Foster
“Depart To Serve” THE OLD TESTAMENT READINGS Isaiah 43:1-7 Psalm 29
THE NEW TESTAMENT READING Acts 8:14-17
THE GOSPEL READING Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
MINISTRY THROUGH MUSIC “I Must Tell Jesus” By: Elisha A. Hoffman Arr. By: William A. L. Brown, II Soloist: Mrs. Maria Davis
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TODAY’S WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Worship Leader Ms. Erin Walden Musician Mr. William A. L. Brown, II Choir Triple A Praise Team “Anointed, Appointed & Assigned”
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
MY NOTES FROM WORSHIP
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SPECIAL THANKS Mr. Rayfield Graves and Mrs. Maria Davis extend their heartfelt thanks for the wonderful recognition they received last Sunday for their service in Music Ministry. Since the pandemic began, they have been faithful, and don’t mind giving glory to God through music, to help enhance our worship experience. To God Be ALL the Glory!! YOUTH BIBLE STUDY - ONLINE THIS WEDNESDAY, January 12th from 7:00-7:30 PM The time has finally come!! Our Online Youth Bible Study begins this Wednesday! We encourage all youth to be a part of this study, titled “The Journey.” We will take 30 minutes to journey through the Books of the Bible and review traditions of our denomination. We are looking forward to taking this journey with all youths and even those who feel like a youth at heart.
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A reminder will be sent out each week. Please contact the office if you have any questions. SPREAD THE WORD!!
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2022 WEBINAR SERIES THIS SATURDAY, January 15th from 12:00-1:30 PM
STEPPING OUT ON FAITH Thank you for your faithful stewardship to the ministry of this church!! We could not do what we do without our committed stewards, YOU, the members of this church! This is now the Second Sunday of 2022, so let’s all start the year by stepping out on FAITH, not just in your financial givings, but in various ways, and watch the changes that will take place in your life, because of YOUR FAITH and TRUST IN GOD!!
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You may access the study through our Digital Bulletin at numcva.org or go to your email and click the Zoom link which is provided, as well as the Meeting ID and Passcode.
Start the New Year right! Join us for this informative session as we learn how to manage and grow our resources in spite of the pandemic and uncertain financial times. Ms. Yvonne T. Allmond from TowneBank, will be the Lead Consultant for this first session. It’s never too early or late to get your resources in order. Go to your email and get registered.
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MID-WEEK PRAYER Wednesdays @ 7:00 AM Dial: 425-585-7852 Prayer changes things! Take 30 minutes and join us as we pray one for the other and for people around the world. Spread the word to your networks, family and friends.
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Epiphany is about the revealing of the light to the world. Not all see it, of course; this is why Jesus frequently said, “Let those who have ears to hear, hear.” Even we have moments where we aren’t so sure that we have seen that light. Yet, we who gather for worship, have caught a glimpse of something, and we come to celebrate and to lean into that hope.
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Norfolk United Methodist Church NORFOLK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6870 N. Military Highway ~ Norfolk, VA 23518 757.628.6543 (telephone) 757.628.8181 (fax) Office Hours Tuesday-Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Website http://www.numcva.org
6870 N. Military Highway Norfolk, VA 23518 Dr. Sherry L. Daniels, Senior Pastor Rev. Carolyn Graves, Associate Pastor Rev. Finley O. Jones, Minister of Visitation
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January 9, 2022 9:00 AM