“Enter Into His Gates with Thanksgiving & Praise” ~ Black History Month ~ February 20, 2022 OPENING “This Is the Day Medley” By: West Angeles Mass Choir
CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 37:1-11 Response: Do justly, love mercy, walk humbly with your God. Leader: People: Leader: People:
Do not be angry because of the wicked, do not be envious of wrongdoers! For they will soon fade like the grass, and wither like the green herb. Trust in the Lord, and do good; so you will dwell in the land, and enjoy security. Take delight in the Lord, who will give you the desires of your heart.
Response: Do justly, love mercy, walk humbly with your God. Leader:
People:
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in God, who will act, bringing forth your vindication as the light, and your right as the noonday. Be still and wait patiently before the Lord; do not be angry because of those who prosper in their way, because of those who carry out evil devices!
PRAYER
CONGREGATIONAL SINGING “We Shall Overcome” By: Horton, Hamilton, Carawan and Seeger Arr. By: Nolan Williams, Jr. Verse 1 We shall overcome. We shall overcome. We shall overcome someday. Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe. We shall overcome someday. Verse 2 We’ll walk hand in hand. We’ll walk hand in hand. We’ll walk hand in hand someday. Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe. We’ll walk hand in hand someday. Verse 5 The Lord will see us through. The Lord will see us through. The Lord will see us through someday. Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe. We shall overcome someday.
People: Leader: People:
Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath! Do not be angry; it leads only to evil. For the wicked shall be cut off; but those who wait fro the Lord shall possess the land. Yet a little while, and the wicked will be no more; though you look at their place, they will not be there. But the meek shall possess the land, and delight in abundant prosperity.
Response: Do justly, love mercy, walk humbly with your God.
MINISTRY THROUGH TITHES AND OFFERINGS By: Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane Director of Stewardship & Generosity, Discipleship Ministries, The United Methodist Church Holy God of Light and Life, That Overcomes Darkness and Death: As we offer our tithes and offerings to you this morning, we pray that we may give the confidence and assurance of those fully convinced in our promise of Resurrection! Help us to experience our generosity as those who have no need to hold back or hedge our bets. May we live our days giving freely with love and grace, not as those who have the hope of salvation, but the promise! In Christ, we pray. Amen. (1 Corinthians 15:35-38,42-50)
BLESSING AND SENDING FORTH Go in peace. “Can’t Nobody Do Me Like Jesus” By: Rev. James Cleveland
(Verses 3 & 4 omitted.)
THE OLD TESTAMENT READINGS Genesis 45:3-11, 15 Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40
“Depart To Serve”
THE NEW TESTAMENT READING 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50
THE GOSPEL READING Luke 6:27-38
Response: Do justly, love mercy, walk humbly with your God. Leader:
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
TODAY’S WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS
MINISTRY THROUGH MUSIC “Everybody Ought To Praise His Name” By: The Mighty Clouds of Joy Soloist: Mr. Rayfield Graves
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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 ~
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FOOD MINISTRY - There is candy on the counter in the kitchen. - There are LOTS of desserts in the refrigerator. We also have, buns, chicken salad, a few bags of salad, and few other items. - Check the tables at the end of the hall for non-perishable items. USHERS NEEDED!! Please consider our Usher Ministry! We desperately need 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 to express your interest, and your message will be passed on to Ms. Jones. Thank you!
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MID-WEEK PRAYER Wednesdays @ 7:00 AM Dial: 425-585-7852
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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 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. 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!!
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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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Email officenorfolk@gmail.com
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February 20, 2022 9:00 AM