Category Archives: Weekly Service

Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, July 26, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.                                       
* Indicates to stand as you are able

Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us”……….UMH 381

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 God who speaks comfort to us calls us here.
ALL: The God who addresses us with tenderness meets us here.
Leader: The God who guides us with gentleness cares for us here.
ALL: We come to prepare a way for the Lord.
Leader: We come to ready ourselves for the transformation of our lives.
ALL: For the glory of the Lord will be revealed and all people will see it.

*Gloria Patri……………………………..UMH 70
*Opening Prayer
*Opening Hymn
”How Like a Gentle Spirit”…………..UMH 115

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
       Prayers for Healing
       The Lord’s Prayer
The Offering of our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology…………………………….…UMH 95

*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn…..”God the Spirit, Guide and Guardian”……UMH 648   

Sharing of the Word

Old Testament Reading
Isaiah 40:11……………………….…Page 582
*Gospel Reading
John 10:14…………………………Page 872

Message by Pastor Terri Cummins
“The Quality of His Love”

*Closing Hymn
…….…”God Be with You till We Meet Again”………UMH 672  
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated

Words of Reflection – Jesus talked a lot about the tender care of a shepherd for his own sheep. John 10:14 tells us that Jesus said, “I am the good shepherd; I know my own sheep, and they know me.”  Jesus knows us….and oh how He loves us!  Do we know Him? Let’s talk about it.

Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Konnie Grant
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good News

Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, July 19, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.                                       
* Indicates to stand as you are able

Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”I Love to Tell the Story”…………….UMH 156

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: I will bless the Lord at all times;
ALL: His praise shall continually be in my mouth.
Leader: My soul makes its boast in the Lord;
ALL: Let the humble hear and be glad. Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together!

*Gloria Patri……………………….UMH 70
*Opening Prayer
*Opening Hymn
”Since Jesus Came into My Heart”……TFWS 2140

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
       Prayers for Healing
       The Lord’s Prayer
The Offering of our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology………………………………..…UMH 95

*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn
”Just a Closer Walk with Thee”……………..TFWS 2158  

Sharing of the Word

Epistle Reading
Colossians 4:6…………….…………Page 958
*Gospel Readings
Mark 4:34…………………….……..Page 816
Matthew 28:19-20……………….….Page 812

Message by Pastor Terri Cummins
“Don’t You Love a Good Story?”

*Closing Hymn
       ”The Spirit Sends Us Forth to Serve”………….TFWS 2241
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated

Words of Reflection – Jesus had a gift for storytelling. His parables leave us thinking and soul searching. They are memorable and they are persuasive. Is there anyone who does not love the vision of a father running to welcome his wayward son? And what about all the wonderful messages of love and forgiveness that one vision evokes. It’s still true today…… No matter how far you have gone, no matter how awful your life is, you can always come home. Our arms are open…..and we have room for you.

Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Roger Carlson
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good New

Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, July 12, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.                                       
* Indicates to stand as you are able

Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”Lord of All Hopefulness”………….TFWS 2197

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 Lord redeems the life of his servants.
ALL: Thanks be to God!
Leader: No one who takes refuge in him will be condemned.
ALL: Praise the Lord!

*Gloria Patri……………………………..UMH 70
*Opening Prayer
*Opening Hymn
”Come and Find the Quiet Center”…..TFWS 2128

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
       Prayers for Healing
       The Lord’s Prayer

The Offering of our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology……………………………………UMH 95

*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn
”Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross”………………UMH 301

Sharing of the Word

Epistle Reading
Ephesians 6:10-18………..…………Page 952
*Gospel Reading
James 4:17…………………………..Page 982

Message by Pastor Terri Cummins
“Suit Up”

*Closing Hymn
”How Firm a Foundation”..……UMH 529
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated

Words of Reflection – In what specific situation is God calling you to exercise humility, gentleness, patience, forbearance, and love?

Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Ellen Zimmerman
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good New

Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, July 5, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.                                       
* Indicates to stand as you are able

Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”Grace Alone”.…..…..……….TFWS 2162

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
One: O give thanks to the Lord with your whole heart.!
All: On the day I called, you answered me.
One: God’s steadfast love endures forever.
ALL: Thanks be to God!

*Gloria Patri………………………………UMH 70

*Opening Prayer
*Opening Hymn
”America”…………..……..UMH 697

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
       Prayers for Healing
       The Lord’s Prayer

The Offering of our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology……………………………………..…UMH 95
*Prayer of Dedication

*Hymn
”The Summons”……………………….TFWS 2130

Sharing of the Word

Old Testament Reading
Psalm 138:8…………….………….Page 503
Epistle Reading
Ephesians 2:10……………………Page 950
*Gospel Reading
Mark 3:13-14……………………..Page 814

Message by Pastor Terri Cummins
“Your Prodigal Pastor Returns”

Holy Communion…………….……UMH 15-16
*Closing Hymn
”America the Beautiful”……….UMH 696

Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated

Words of Reflection – Are you feeling God’s pull in your life?  Is He calling you to a new or different path? Do you trust Him?  Follow Christ’s lead. God loves you and you will not be led astray.

Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Edie Bogart
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good New

Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, June 28, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.                                       
Fifth Sunday After Pentecost
* Indicates to stand as you are able

Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”Blessed Assurance”.………….……UMH 369

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: Come to the mountain of God,
All: The place of God’s holy presence.
Leader: No matter how steep the climb,
All: God journeys with us and helps us along the way.

*Gloria Patri…………………………..UMH 70

*Opening Prayer

*Hymn
”They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love?….TFWS 2223

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
Children’s Time
Shalom Offering

The Offering of our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology……………………………………….…UMH 95

*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn
”As a Fire Is Meant for Burning”…………….TFWS 2237

Sharing of the Word

Old Testament Reading
Genesis 22:1-14…………………….Pages 15-16
*Gospel Reading
Matthew 10:40-42…………………..Pages 791-792

Message by Pastor Gary Peterson
“Until We Meet Again”

Prayer
*Hymn
”Lord of the Dance”……………..UMH 261
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated

Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Reba Peterson
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good New

Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, June 21, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.                                       
Fourth Sunday After Pentecost
Father’s Day
* Indicates to stand as you are able

Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”.……….UMH  89

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 God of ages past and days to come is here,
All: Inviting us to worship and praise.
Leader: The God of promises and challenges is with us,
All: Calling us to faithful service.
Leader: The God of boundless love is with us,
All: Making every one of God’s promises possible.

*Gloria Patri…………………………UMH 70
*Affirmation of Faith from Romans………….UMH 887

Special Music by Susan De Young, Jim Oslund,
Janice Anderson and Richard Lindell
– “Down to the River to Pray” 

Recognition of Father’s Day
Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
The Offering of our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology……………………………………UMH 95

*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn
”Near to the Heart of God”…………UMH 472

Sharing of the Word

Old Testament Readings
Psalm 116:1-2 & 12-19……………..Pages 491-492
Epistle Reading
Romans 5:1-8………………………………Page 917
*Gospel Readings
Matthew 9:35 & 10:8………………..Pages 790-791

Message by Pastor Gary Peterson
“Disciples Are to Be People of Action”

Special Closing Music – “Precious Memories”
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated

Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Janice Anderson & Richard Lindell
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good News

Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, June 14, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.                                       
Third Sunday After Pentecost
Adult & Teen Challenge
* Indicates to stand as you are able

Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”Amazing Grace”………….………UMH 378

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: Through many dangers, tolls, and snares,
All: We have already come.
Leader: Through days of joy and nights of fear,
All: We have traveled this far by faith.
Leader: Through life, through death,
All: Christ walks with us.
Leader: We are not alone.
All: Thanks be to God!
Leader: In this promise,
All: Let us worship God together.

*Gloria Patri…………………………………..UMH 70
*Opening Prayer
Hymn
”Children of the Heavenly Father”……………..UMH 141

Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
The Offering of our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology………………………………..…UMH 95

*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn
”Soon and Very Soon”…………………UMH 706

Sharing The Word and Message
Adult and Teen Challenge
           
Meal Grace
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated

Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – David Grossman
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good News