Matthew 7:24-29
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Prelude:
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“Great is Thy Faithfulness” by Yoko Irie, piano
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Please meditate in silence as the acolyte lights the candles representing the Light of Christ.
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Call to Worship:
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Scripture: Psalm 118:24
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Leader: Rev. Claudia
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Responsive reading:
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Leader: “This is the day the Lord has made!”
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People: “Let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
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Opening Hymn:
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“To God Be The Glory” #66, Yoko Irie, piano
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Prayer of Confession:
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Corporate and silent prayers for forgiveness, with a focus on becoming more like Jesus.
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Words of Assurance:
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Assurance from the leader reminding the congregation of Christ’s forgiveness.
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Welcome to Guests:
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Inviting newcomers to introduce themselves & fill out welcome cards for the offering bag.
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Passing of the Peace:
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Exchange of peace (“Peace be with you”) among congregants.
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Children’s Time:
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YCS Children sing: “God is So Good”
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“Jesus Loves Me” played as children come and go.
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Scripture Reading:
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Matthew 7:24-29, read in both English (Dayanna Zupan) and Japanese (Yuhee Lee).
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Blessing and response from the congregation.
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Sermon:
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“Finding Calmness in the Storm” by Rev. Debbie Umipig-Julian
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Hymn Response:
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YCS Children sing “Be Bold, Be Strong” (based on Joshua 1:19)
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Commitment/Pledge Cards – Why We Give:
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Brief talk by Ran Oji
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Tithes and Offerings / Special Music:
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YCS Children perform “Give Thanks” and “Jesus Loves Me”
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Doxology #34 (congregation stands)
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Offertory Prayer
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Prayers of the People:
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Led by Pastor Claudia
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The Lord’s Prayer:
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Spoken in various languages
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Closing Hymn:
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“O Love, How Deep, How Broad, How High” (verses 1-3)
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Benediction:
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By Pastor Debbie (congregation remains standing)
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Postlude:
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“O God Beyond All Praising” by Yoko Irie, piano
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Acolyte recesses, carrying out the light of Christ.
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Announcements:
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Upcoming events, food drive, Bible studies, fundraising, choir rehearsals, and offering options.
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