“Enter Into His Gates with Thanksgiving & Praise”
CONGREGATIONAL SINGING
MINISTRY THROUGH TITHES AND OFFERINGS
“Faith of Our Mothers” By: Arthur Bardwell Patten
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY May 8, 2022
By: Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane Director of Stewardship & Generosity, Discipleship Ministries, The United Methodist Church
Verse 1 Faith of our mothers, living still In cradle song and bedtime prayer; In nursery lore and fireside love, Thy presence still pervades the air. Faith of our mothers, living faith, We will be true to thee till death.
OPENING “A Song To Mama” By: Boyz II Men Soloists: Mr. Marvin Moore & Mr. Darius Charles CALL TO WORSHIP Leader:
See what love has been given to us, that we should be called children of God.
Verse 4 Faith of our mothers, Christian faith, In truth beyond our stumbling creeds, Still serve the home and save the Church, And breathe thy spirit though our deeds; Faith of our mothers, Christian faith, We will be rue to thee till death.
Holy God: You work wonders beyond our imagination. Thank you for all the faithful people you have inspired in the history of the church. You have sent into our lives, kind Christians who have encouraged us in beautiful ways. Help us to keep growing as disciples, led by your Spirit. May we become more devoted to good works and acts of charity, so that others will be blessed in turn. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. (Acts 9:36-43)
BLESSING AND SENDING FORTH Go in peace. “Do You Love Him” Arr. By: William A. L. Brown, II
(Verses 2 & 3 omitted.)
People:
By this we know love, that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh, and lived and died, that God’s love might be made plain among us.
THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Psalm 23
Leader:
Therefore, beloved, let us know love in word or in speech, but indeed and in truth.
People:
Because we love one another, we know that we have passed from death into life.
ALL:
This is the victory that overcomes the world, through Jesus our risen Christ. Amen.
PRAYER Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
THE NEW TESTAMENT READINGS Acts 9:36-43 Revelation 7:9-17
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THE GOSPEL READING John 10:22-30
“Depart To Serve”
MINISTRY THROUGH MUSIC “Mother’s Love” By: The Gospel Four Soloist: Mr. Rayfield Graves
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ THE WORD FOR TODAY Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
TODAY’S WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Worship Leader James Manning Musician Mr. William A. L. Brown, II Choir Triple A Praise Team “Anointed, Appointed & Assigned”
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS ~ AT-A-GLANCE ~
SUNDAY MORNING PRAISE AND WORSHIP We are looking forward to more of our members and friends, returning to in-person Sunday morning praise and worship! It’s nothing like being present in worship; it’s a different kind of feeling! PLEASE JOIN US! FOOD PANTRY MINISTRY Our refrigerator is full of breads and desserts, and just a few other items! So please stop in the kitchen, just in case you may need something. Also, checkout the tables at the end of the hall as well! A big THANK YOU is extended to Mrs. Valerie Santiful for giving so much of her time to our Food Pantry Ministry. It is such a blessing to so many!
FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION THIS SATURDAY, May 14th from 9:00-11:00 AM Our Food Pantry Ministry 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.
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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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.
This Mother’s Day, celebrate those who have nurtured, no matter if they are mothers or not. We have all been shaped and cared for by a variety of people, not just mothers. And remember, as you give thanks for those whose experience of mother was positive and healing, that you need also to acknowledge those who have a different experience.
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MALE CHORUS REHEARSAL THURSDAY, May 26th @ 6:30 PM Calling all Male Chorus members — it’s time for you to come together and sing for the Worship Service on the Fifth Sunday of this month! It’s been a while since all of you have been together and Mr. Brown is looking forward to ALL of the men being together again.
MY NOTES FROM WORSHIP
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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May 8, 2022 9:00 AM