Category Archives: Weekly Service

July 21, 2019 10:30 a.m.
*Indicates to stand as you are able
Sixth Sunday After Pentecost
Welcome and Announcements

*Praise Song “This is the Day That the Lord Has Made” UMH #657

Prelude

*Processional
In this place, among these people, God is worshipped, God is praised.
We have seen the signs and wonders; the lost are found here, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story; lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us? You are welcomed, you are loved.

*Call to Worship

Leader: ​We gather this day from a week filled with needs and demands.
All: ​​We come to find rest and renewal of our spirits.
Leader:​Open your hearts in love to hear the voice of God.
All: ​We want to quietly rest in God’s presence, free from the clamor of the world.
Leader:​ This is the day that the Lord has made!
All: ​​Let us rejoice and be glad in it. AMEN.

*Gloria Patri UMH #70

Opening Prayer

*Hymn “He Leadeth Me, O Blessed Thought” UMH #128

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns

Children’s Time–
After prayers, sing the Children out – “Jesus Loves Me.” Children 5 and under are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery at this time.

The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves

*Doxology UMH #95

Prayer of Dedication

*Hymn “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” UMH #349

Sharing of the Word

Old Testament Reading: ​​​Psalm 52, Page 453
*Gospel Reading:​​​​ Luke 10:38-42, Page 844

Litany Reading

Message: What Is Your Top Priority? Pastor Gary

Prayer

*Hymn “Let There Be Peace on Earth” UMH#431

Benediction

Calendar and Announcements

Sunday July 21, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship:

Sunday July 28, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Shalom Sunday

Sunday August 4, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Communion Sunday

Email: glpeterson32@frontier.com
Office Telephone: 231-923-0573
Office email: ClaybanksUMC@gmail.com
Website: http://www.claybanksunitedmethodist.com

Pianist​​​​: Shar Boerema
Liturgist:
Nursery: Joyce Twiss
Ministers​: All People As We Live the Good New

Claybanks United Methodist Church
June 16, 2019 10:30 a.m.
*Indicates to stand as you are able

Trinity Sunday

Father’s Day

Welcome and Announcements

*Praise Song “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” TFWS #2129

Prelude

*Processional
In this place, among these people,
God is worshipped, God is praised.
We have seen the signs and wonders;
the lost are found here, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story;
lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us?
You are welcomed, you are loved.

*Call to Worship

Leader: ​The name of the Lord is majestic!
All: ​The mountains tower and the seas roar in praise of God!
Leader: ​When we look at the heavens, we rejoice in God!
All: ​​The moons, stars, solar systems are a delight to us!
Leader: ​Come, let us shout our praise to God!
All: ​​Lord, thank you for this awesome creation! AMEN.

*Gloria Patri UMH #70

Opening Prayer A Statement Of Faith Of The Korean Methodist Church​​​​​​​ UMH #884

*Hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy” UMH #64

Recognition of Father’s Day

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns

Children’s Time–
After prayers, sing the Children out – “Jesus Loves Me.” Children 5 and under are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery at this time.

The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves

*Doxology UMH #95

Prayer of Dedication

*Hymn “Come Thou Almighty King” UMH #61

Sharing of the Word

Old Testament Reading: Psalm 8 page 427
*Gospel Reading: John 16:12-15 page 879
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*Gospel Reading: ​​ ​

Message: “The Trinity Of Three Persons” Pastor Gary

Prayer

*Hymn “I’ll Fly Away” TFWS #2282

Benediction

Calendar and Announcements

Sunday June 16, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Father’s Day

Sunday June 23, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Fundraiser for Step UP

Sunday, June 30, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Shalom

Email: glpeterson32@frontier.com
Office Telephone 231-923-0573
Office email ClaybanksUMC@gmail.com
Website http://www.claybanksunitedmethodist.com

Pianist​​​​ ​ Alissa Ross
Liturgist
Nursery Kathy Ohman
Ministers​ All People As We Live the Good New

Ascension Sunday
Seventh Sunday Of Easter

Welcome and Announcements

*Praise Song “My Tribute” UMH #99

Prelude

*Processional
In this place, among these people,
God is worshipped, God is praised.
We have seen the signs and wonders;
the lost are found here, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story;
lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us?
You are welcomed, you are loved.

*Call to Worship

Leader: Shout to God with songs of great joy!
All: Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised.
Leader: God has made us whole.
All: God has called us into a ministry of hope and love.
Leader: Come, let us celebrate the love of God!
All: Let us praise God’s name and serve God joyfully. AMEN.

*Gloria Patri UMH #70

Opening Prayer

*Hymn “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” UMH #140

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns

Children’s Time–
After prayers, sing the Children out – “Jesus Loves Me.” Children 5 and under are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery at this time.

The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves

*Doxology UMH #95

Prayer of Dedication

*Hymn “Trust and Obey” UMH# 467

Sharing of the Word

First Reading: Acts 1:1-11 page 884
*Gospel Reading: Luke 24:44-53 page 861

Message: Hymn Sing! Worship the Lord through Song

Prayer

*Hymn I’ll Fly Away” TFWS#2282

Benediction

Calendar and Announcements

Sunday, June 2, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Hymn Sing No communion
Communion will be Sunday, June 9th

Sunday, June 9, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Communiomn

Sunday June 16, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship: Father’s Day

Sunday June 23, 2019
10:30 a.m. – Worship:
Fundraiser for Step UP

Email: glpeterson32@frontier.com
Office Telephone 231-923-0573
Office email ClaybanksUMC@gmail.com
Website http://www.claybanksunitedmethodist.com

Pianist Julie Howell
Liturgist Mechelle Schneider
Nursery Carol Adams
Ministers All People As We Live the Good New

Claybanks United Methodist Church
A warm welcome is extended to all who worship here

May 26, 2019 10:30 a.m.
*Indicates to stand as you are able
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Memorial Day Weekend

Welcome and Announcements

*Praise Song “Sanctuary” TFWS # 2164

Prelude

*Processional
In this place, among these people,
God is worshipped, God is praised.
We have seen the signs and wonders;
the lost are found here, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story;
lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us?
You are welcomed, you are loved.

*Call to Worship

Leader: ​Listen to the voice that shouts:
All: ​​God’s dwelling is with us now.
Leader:​ In work and in play,
All: ​​God makes a home with us.
Leader: ​In sorrow and celebration,
All: ​​God makes a home with us.
Leader: ​Lift your voices in praise for this good news:
All: ​​God’s dwelling is with us now!

*Gloria Patri UMH #70

Opening Prayer ​

Recognition of Memorial Day

*Hymn “America the Beautiful” UMH #696

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns

Children’s Time–
After prayers, sing the Children out – “Jesus Loves Me.” Children 5 and under are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery at this time. Shalom Sunday

The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves

*Doxology UMH #95

Prayer of Dedication

*Hymn “Eternal Father, Strong to Save” TFWS #2191

Sharing of the Word

Old Testament: ​​​​Psalm 67 p. 460
*Gospel Reading: ​​​​John 14:23-29 p. 877

Message: Our Response To God’s Forgiveness And Love
Pastor Gary

Prayer

*Hymn “Shine, Jesus, Shine” TFWS#2173

Benediction

Calendar and Announcements

Sunday May 26, 2019
9:30 a.m. – Adult Sunday
10:30 am – Worship: Memorial Day,Shalom Sunday

Sunday, June 2, 2019
10:30 am – Worship: Hymn Sing , No communion
Communion will be Sunday, June 9th

Sunday, June 9, 2019
10:30 am – Worship: Communion,

Email: glpeterson32@frontier.com
Office Telephone 231-923-0573
Office email ClaybanksUMC@gmail.com
Website http://www.claybanksunitedmethodist.com
Pianist​​​​ ​Shar Boerema
Liturgist Konnie Grant
Nursery Edith Bogart
Ministers​ All People As We Live the Good News

May 19, 2019 10:30 a.m.
*Indicates to stand as you are able

Fifth Sunday of Easter

Welcome and Announcements

*Praise Song “I Love You, Lord ” TFWS# 2068

Prelude

*Processional
In this place, among these people,
God is worshipped, God is praised.
We have seen the signs and wonders;
the lost are found here, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story;
lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us?
You are welcomed, you are loved.

*Call to Worship

Leader: ​Let praise to God resound in the heavens!
All: ​​Let praise to God fill the earth!
Leader:​ Let all God’s angels offer praise and rejoicing!
All: ​​Let all God’s creatures sing praise and joy!
Leader: ​Open your hearts and spirits today.
All: ​​Let us praise the Lord today and always! AMEN.

*Gloria Patri UMH #70

Opening Prayer A Statement Of Faith Of The United Church Of Canada​​​​ UMH #884

*Hymn “ Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” UMH #384

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns

Children’s Time–
After prayers, sing the Children out – “Jesus Loves Me.” Children 5 and under are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery at this time.

The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves

Doxology *UMH #95

Prayer of Dedication

*Hymn “The Old Rugged Cross” UMH #504

Sharing of the Word

New Testament Reading​ Philippians 1:20,21 page 953

Message: Teen Challenge

Prayer

*Hymn “Lord I Want to Be a Christian” UMH #402

Benediction

Luncheon prepared by our Missions group with Freewill Offering immediately after the service.

Calendar and Announcements

Sunday, May 19, 2019
9:30 a.m. – Adult Sunday
9:45 a.m.Youth Sunday School
10:30 am – Worship: Teen Challenge meal & free will offering

Tuesday, May 21, 2019
5:00 Worship Committee
6:30 Trustee Meeting
7:00 Ad Council
Newsletter Deadline

Sunday May 26, 2019
9:30 a.m. – Adult Sunday
10:30 am – Worship: Memorial Day Shalom Sunday

Sunday, June 2, 2019
10:30 am – Worship: Hymn Sing No communion
Communion will be Sunday, June 9

Email: glpeterson32@frontier.com
Office Telephone 231-923-0573
Office email: ClaybanksUMC@gmail.com
Website http://www.claybanksunitedmethodist.com

Pianist​​​​ ​Alissa Ross
Liturgist Pastor Gary
Nursery Doris Graham
Ministers​ All People As We Live the Good New

Claybanks United Methodist Church
May 12, 2019 10:30am
*Indicates to stand as you are able

Fourth Sunday of Easter
Festival of Mothers

Welcome and Announcements

*Praise Song “Into My Heart” TFWS #2160

Prelude

*Processional
In this place, among these people,
God is worshipped, God is praised.
We have seen the signs and wonders;
the lost are found here, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story;
lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us?
You are welcomed, you are loved.

*Call to Worship

Leader: ​Awake! Rise up!
All:​​ There is much to be done in the Lord’s Name today.
Leader: ​Get ready to worship and serve God.
All:​We are ready to hear God’s word for us and to respond in action and love.
Leader:​ Open your hearts to God’s will this day.
All:​Praise be to God who walks with us and guides us with His Holy Spirit. Amen

*Gloria Patri UMH #70

Opening Prayer

*Hymn “The Church’s One Foundation” UMH #545

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns

Children’s Time– After prayers, sing the Children out – “Jesus Loves Me.” Children 5 and under are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery at this time.

The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves

*Doxology UMH #95

Prayer of Dedication

*Hymn “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” UMH #474

SHARING THE WORD

New Testament Reading Acts 9:36-43​ Page#894
*Gospel Reading​ John 10:22-30​ Page #873

​Message “Good Shepherd” Pastor Gary

Words of Assurance

The Great Thanksgiving

Prayer

*Hymn “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us” UMH #381

Benediction

Calendar and Announcements

Sunday, May 12, 2019
9:30 a.m. – Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m.Youth Sunday School
10:30 am – Worship: Communion & Mother’s Day, Family Promise
Sunday, May 19 2019
​9:30 am – Adult Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Youth Sunday School
10:30 am – Worship: Teen Challenge & Potluck, Free Will Offering
Sunday, May 26, 2019
9:30 am – Adult Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Youth Sunday School
​10:30 am – Worship Memorial

Email: glpeterson32@frontier.com
Website: http://www.claybanksunitedmethodist.com
Pianist​​​​:​ Alissa Ross
Liturgist: Art Grumm
Nursery:Joyce Twiss
Ministers​: All People As We Live the Good News