November 3, 2024

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY REV. KENDRA BALLIET ORGANIST JIM ROSS Prelude - Aria on For All The Saints-David Cherwin Welcome *Call to Worship In the beginning, God called the world into being, saying, “Let there be light!” In the fullness of time, Jesus came from God to us, saying, “I am the Light of the world.” In our everyday life, we see the work of the saints, The ones in whom God’s light shines. So let us give thanks for the saints this day, And let us worship God. We gather this morning to remember our call: To do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with God. We bring with us the events of the week in the world and in our lives, Trying to know how to be just and loving and humble in the midst of it all. We gather here, and see those who are doing justice, who are kind beyond measure, who set the example for humility. With gratitude for living saints, with thankfulness for the purpose of faith, let us worship God. *Opening Hymn “When The Saints Go Marching In” Insert *Opening Prayer Eternal God, hope of all who trust in you, in Christ you weep with those who mourn even as you cry out in triumph over the grave. Unbind us from sin, release us from captivity, and with Lazarus, raise us from death to life, so that we may join that great crowd of saints who forever sing praise to your holy name; through Christ, the resurrection and the life. Affirmation of Faith: Apostles’ Creed #881 Gloria Patri Children's Chat Music Ministry and Offertory - In Memoriam-John Stallsmith Doxology and Prayer of Gratitude Scripture 1 Corinthians 12: 1-26 Series: Do Unto Others Sermon: “Living Together on Uncommon Ground: Respect” Joys/Concerns Hymn - “One Bread, One Body” #620 Pastoral Prayer/Lord's Prayer Communion Closing Hymn "When We All Get to Heaven" #701 Action Steps & Benediction Postlude -O Worship The King-Elizabeth Krouse The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in memory of Christopher Karns, beloved grandson, by his grandmother Pat Lafferty. Thank you for sharing in this worship service. Please continue to stay in touch through our website (stoneumc.org) and/or by following us on Facebook (Stone UMC). If you have joys or concerns that you would like lifted up in prayer, please fill out the Prayer Card in the pew, on the website, share them by contacting us at 814-724-6736 or [email protected]