“Enter Into His Gates with Thanksgiving & Praise”
Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
February 6, 2022
CONGREGATIONAL SINGING
PRAYER
“O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” By: Charles Wesley
OPENING
“What a Blessing” Author Unknown Soloist: Mr. William Brown
Verse 1 O for a thousand tongues to sing My great Redeemer’s praise, The glories of my God and King, The triumphs of His grace!
CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 138
Verse 2 My gracious Maser and my God, Assist me to proclaim, To spread through all the earth abroad The honors of Thy name.
Response: I sing your praise for steadfast love; fulfill your purpose for me. Leader: People:
Leader: People:
I give you thanks, O Lord, with my whole heart; before the gods I sing your praise; I bow down toward your holy temple and give thanks to your name for your steadfast love and faithfulness; for you have exalted your name and your word above everything. On the day I called, you answered me, you strengthened my life.
Response: I sing your praise for steadfast love; fulfill your purpose for me.
Verse 3 Jesus! the name that charms our fears, That bids our sorrows cease, ‘Tis music in the sinner’s ears, ‘Tis life, and health, and peace. (Verses 4-7 omitted.)
THE OLD TESTAMENT READINGS Isaiah 6:1-8 Psalm 138
Leader: People:
All the rulers of the earth shall praise you, O Lord, for they have heard the words of your mouth;
Leader: People:
and they shall sing of the ways of the Lord, for great is the glory of the Lord.
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Leader: People:
For the Lord is high, but regards the lowly; yet knows the haughty from afar.
THE GOSPEL READING
Response: I sing your praise for steadfast love; fulfill your purpose for me. Leader: People:
Leader: People:
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies and your right hand delivers me. O Lord, fulfill your purpose for me; O Lord, may your steadfast love endure forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.
Response: I sing your praise for steadfast love; fulfill your purpose for me.
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP MINISTRY THROUGH TITHES AND OFFERINGS By: Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane Director of Stewardship & Generosity, Discipleship Ministries, The United Methodist Church
Gracious and Merciful God: We offer our gifts to you this day, with open hands and open hearts. We know there have been days when we have clung to money for our security, to try to control our future. At times, we’ve been tempted to believe that in gaining more, we would find salvation. Open our ears and minds to hear the truth from your apostle, Paul: We need only hold firmly to the good news of Christ’s death and Resurrection – it alone will save us. In the holy name of Jesus, our redeemer, we pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:1-11)
BLESSING AND SENDING FORTH Go in peace.
“I Love to Praise Him” By: The Mississippi Mass Choir Soloist: Mr. Rayfield Graves
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THE NEW TESTAMENT READING
“Depart To Serve” Luke 5:1-11
MINISTRY THROUGH MUSIC “In the Word of God” Author Unknown Soloist: Mr. William Brown
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ THE WORD FOR TODAY Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
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TODAY’S WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Worship Leader Mrs. Portia Murphy Musician Mr. William A. L. Brown, II Drummer Mr. Walter Gilchrist Choir Triple A Praise Team “Anointed, Appointed & Assigned”
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS ~ AT-A-GLANCE ~
FOOD MINISTRY Please stop in the kitchen before you leave. We have salads, bread, cakes, pies and more. Get some for yourself and share with others as well.
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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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YOUTH BIBLE STUDY - ONLINE Wednesdays, 7:00-7:30 PM
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. A reminder will be sent out each week. Please contact the office if you have any questions. SPREAD THE WORD!! USHERS NEEDED!! The Usher Ministry still needs additional persons to serve, even if you can only help out one Sunday, it will be a great help! We just ask that you try it. See Ms. Wendy Jones on Sundays, or call the church office during the week. Thank you!
Sermon highlights:
MID-WEEK PRAYER Wednesdays @ 7:00 AM Dial: 425-585-7852
We encourage all youth to be a part of our Online Youth Bible Study. The study is 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.
MY NOTES FROM WORSHIP
FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION NEXT SATURDAY, February 12th from 9:00-11:00 AM Our Food Pantry serves the community on the second Saturday of each month; but if there is ever an emergency need for food, please contact the church office Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. @ 757-628-6543, and we will make arrangements with our Food Pantry Ministry for you to pickup some food.
CHECK YOUR EMAIL
Remember to check your email on a regular basis from “Norfolk UMC Office,” not just for church related information, but for other news and information that may be useful to you or someone you know.
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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
Norfolk United Methodist Church 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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February 6, 2022 9:00 AM