“Enter Into His Gates with Thanksgiving & Praise” Fourth Sunday In Lent March 27, 2022 OPENING “Lord, I Owe You” Arr. By: Kyle E. Kelley CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 32 Response: Be glad in the Lord and rejoice; shout for joy, you upright in heart. Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People:
Blessed are those whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed are those whom the Lord does not hold guilty, and in whose spirit there is no deceit. When I did not declare my sin, my body wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was dried up as by the heat of summer. I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not hide my iniquity; I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord”; then you forgave the guilt of my sin.
Response: Be glad in the Lord and rejoice; shout for joy, you upright in heart. Leader: People: Leader: People:
Leader: People:
Therefore let those who are godly offer prayer to you; at a time of distress, the rush of great waters shall not reach them. You are a hiding place for me, you preserve me from trouble; you encompass me with deliverance. I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you. Do not be like an unruly horse or a mule, without understanding, whose temper must be curbed with bit and bridle. Many are the pangs of the wicked; but steadfast love surrounds those who trust in the Lord.
Leader: People:
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous; shout for joy, all you upright in heart!
Response: Be glad in the Lord and rejoice; shout for joy, you upright in heart.
CONGREGATIONAL SINGING “I Am On the Battlefield For My Lord” By: Sylvana Bell/E. V. Banks Arr. By: Joseph Joubert Refrain I am on the battlefield for my Lord, I am on the battlefield for my Lord; And I promised Him that I would serve Him till I die. I am on the battlefield for my Lord. Verse 1 I was alone and idle, I was a sinner too, I heard a voice from heaven, Say there is work to do, I took the Master’s hand, And I joined the Christian band, I’m on the battlefield for my Lord. Verse 3 Now when I met my Savior, I met Him with a smile, He healed my wounded spirit, And owned me as His child, Around the throne of grace, He appoints my soul a place, I’m on the battlefield for my Lord. (Verse 2 omitted.)
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ THE WORD FOR TODAY Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP MINISTRY THROUGH TITHES AND OFFERINGS By: Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane Director of Stewardship & Generosity, Discipleship Ministries, The United Methodist Church Long-suffering God: We hear the words of the familiar parable and, at different times, see ourselves as either son. We have received—or demanded—blessings to which we were not entitled and squandered them in self-indulgent living. We have also looked out from our place of superiority and favor and have been indignant over your lavish dispensing of love and mercy. As we bring our gifts this day, we do so in the humble gratitude and recognition that any and all blessings in our life come as your gift of grace. We pray in the name of your greatest gift, Jesus our redeemer. Amen. (Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32)
BLESSING AND SENDING FORTH Go in peace. “Faithful Is Our God” By: Hezekiah Walker
“Depart To Serve”
THE OLD TESTAMENT READINGS Joshua 5:9-12 Psalm 32
THE NEW TESTAMENT READING 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 TODAY’S WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS
THE GOSPEL READING Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32
Worship Leader Mrs. Barbara Campfield
MINISTRY THROUGH MUSIC
Musician Mr. William A. L. Brown, II
“Rough Side of the Mountain” By: Rev. F. C. Barnes/Rev. Janice Brown
Choir Triple A Praise Team “Anointed, Appointed & Assigned”
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
MY NOTES FROM WORSHIP
~ AT-A-GLANCE ~ SACRIFICIAL OFFERING
The Season of Sacrificial Offering began on Ash Wednesday. Each week we commit to go above and beyond until Easter Sunday morning. Think of the many blessings, and the times that God has gone above and beyond for you and your family. This Sacrificial Offering is not too much to ask or do. FOOD PANTRY MINISTRY
The refrigerator is full of various items, so stop by the kitchen on your way out. The tables at the end of the hall are stocked with non-perishables. FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION
SATURDAY, April 9th 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. TEXT CONNECT FROM CHERYL
We have a new ministry at NUMC! Ms. Cheryl Moore is using her gifts from God to Bless others through text messages! She will be sending out inspirational prayers and messages. God touched her heart and she wants to encourage others. Imagine if every person who receives a text sends it to one other person, we can reach a multitude of people. “Thank God for meeting me where I was in my life, to use me for His Glory!” Thank you, my church family, for your support. LIVING OUR BELIEFS - THE UNITED METHODIST WAY
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Saturday, April 2, 16 & 30, 9 AM - 12 PM This class is not just for Lay Servants. Anyone interested in learning about our United Methodist beliefs is welcome to attend! Those seeking to earn an Advance Course Certificate are required to attend all 3 sessions. Check your email for the link to register. EGGFEST 2022
Saturday, April 16th from 12:00-2:00 PM This activity will be a community event, held on the church grounds. Anyone who is a vendor in the church and wishes to sell their products may come and setup a table at 11 a.m. (No cost to church members only.) We will need lots “Trunk or Treats.” baskets. Children Persons who come event also.
of volunteers because EGGFEST will be done like The kids will go around from car to car and fill their are asked to bring their own baskets for this event. to our food bank with children will be invited to this
If you are a church member and cannot attend, we will be accepting donations. Donations don’t just have to be candy items for the baskets; children like pencils, chips, books, school supply items, etc. Thanking all in advance, Brenda Turner-Cabarras.
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
Facebook www.facebook.com/NorfolkUMC
Email officenorfolk@gmail.com
Text-Giving 757.230.2125
March 27, 2022 9:00 AM