“Enter Into His Gates with Thanksgiving and Praise” August 28, 2022 ~ ~ ~ OPENING SELECTION “Blessed Assurance” By: Dallas Fort Worth Mass Choir
CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: People:
Family, breathe in the love of God with me. (deep breath in)
Leader: People:
Beloved Children of God, breathe out your self-doubts. (deep breath out)
Verse 2 I am so wondrously saved from sin, Jesus so sweetly abides within; There at the cross where He took me in; Singin’, Glory to His name! Verse 4 Come to this fountain so rich and sweet, Cast thy poor soul at the Savior’s feet; Plunge in today, and be made complete; Singin’, Glory to His name! Refrain I’m singin’, Glory to His name, Precious name! Singin’, Glory to His name, Precious name! Oh, Oh, There to my heart was the blood applied; Singin’, Glory to His name. (Verse 3 omitted.)
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP MINISTRY THROUGH TITHES AND OFFERINGS By: Rev. Dr. Ken Sloane Director of Stewardship & Generosity, Discipleship Ministries, The United Methodist Church Renewing and Refreshing God: Fill our thirsty souls with your living water! As Jesus promised to the woman at the well, and as Jeremiah reminded the prophets, this water is ours, if we keep our focus on you, and don’t chase after other gods. May the offering we make this day, mark our commitment to keeping our eyes and our hearts set on a closer walk with you. We pray in the name of Jesus, our rock and our redeemer. Amen. (Jeremiah 2:4-13)
BLESSING AND SENDING FORTH Go in peace.
Leader: People:
Knowing that you are loved by the God of the Universe, I welcome you to worship today. Our hearts are ready.
THE OLD TESTAMENT READINGS Jeremiah 2:4-13 Psalm 81:1, 10-16
CLOSING SELECTION “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” By: Paul B. Smith/Norman Johnson
THE NEW TESTAMENT READING Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16
Response: AMEN.
PRAYER Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
CONGREGATIONAL SINGING “Down at the Cross” By: Elisha A. Hoffman/John H. Stockton Arr. By: Evelyn Simpson-Curenton Verse 1 Down at the cross where my Savior died, Down where for cleansing from sin I cried, There to my heart was the blood applied; Singin’, Glory to His name!
THE GOSPEL READING Luke 14:1, 7-14
MINISTRY THROUGH MUSIC “I Shall Wear a Crown” By: The Olive Branch Church Choir
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ THE WORD FOR TODAY Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
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“Depart To Serve”
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
MY NOTES FROM WORSHIP
~ AT-A-GLANCE ~ FAITHFUL STEWARDSHIP
Our faithful stewardship is especially important at this time; we have a lot of work to do. The work has begun on replacing the HVAC system in the sanctuary; therefore, we need each member to go above and beyond by contributing an extra $50.00 per month. This extra contribution will allow us to take care of the incurred expenses expeditiously. Thank you all for your continued support.
FOOD PANTRY ITEMS NEEDED
Our Food Pantry is in need of various items to help us continue to serve the community. Please check your email for the list of needed items. Your donations will be very much appreciated.
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FOOD ITEMS
Please check the refrigerator and the tables at the end of the hall for food items. If you get items, you MUST write your name on the “signin sheet” for statistical purposes. (See the clipboard located next to the tables at the end of the hall.)
FREE MINI-TABLETS
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Call To Apply - 1-888-803-3889
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Once you apply, you will be notified of your approval and distribution date for pickup. We will schedule a distribution date each month. You may apply at anytime. Please help spread the word!
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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Norfolk United Methodist Church:
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757-628-6543 or officenorfolk@gmail.com FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION
Norfolk United Methodist Church
SATURDAY, September 10th 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.
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.
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TODAY’S WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS Worship Leader Emmanuel Jackson, Jr. Minister of Music Mr. William A. L. Brown, II Drummer Mr. Walter Gilchrist
Choir Triple A Praise Team “Anointed, Appointed & Assigned”
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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officenorfolk@gmail.com
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