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Today's guest speaker was Dr. Renny Domske. PRELUDE Carol Smith INTROIT ”Go and Tell Others” CHOIR ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP LEADER: Who do men say that I am? PEOPLE: Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God. LEADER: The Virgin will be with child and will give birth to a Son. PEOPLE: And they will call Him Emmanuel - which means, “God with us.” LEADER: For my eyes have seen Your salvation, ALL: Which You have prepared in the sight of all people. INVOCATION DR. Domske HYMN “O Come, All Ye Faithful” Page 193 CALL OF CONFESSION Dr. Domske PRAYER OF CONFESSION: O Lord God, we have failed You! We are selfish. We sin. Especially in this season when we compare ourselves to the innocence of the Christ-child, we fall horribly short. Yet You continue to forgive us. Your love for us is amazing. And undeserved. Help us to repent, to turn our lives around, and to follow the model of Jesus. Forgive us for our selfishness in this unselfish season. In the Name of the Christ-child we pray. *Time of silent prayer. Amen ASSURANCE OF PARDON: Dr. Domske Passing the Peace L. The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. P. And also, with you. Response - Gloria Patri CHILDREN’S SERMON ANTHEM “Church in the Wildwood” CHOIR The Word of God PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION SCRIPTURE LESSON Old Testament Genesis 17: 7 - 14 New Testament Luke 2: 21 - 38 L: The Word of the Lord P. Thanks be to God! SERMON: “Ain’t Got Nothing But Love, Child, Eight Days a Week” HYMN: “Good Christian Men Rejoice” Page 177 APOSTLE’S CREED (found inside the back cover of the hymnal) Presentation of Tithes and Offering OFFERTORY “I’d Rather Have Jesus” CHOIR DOXOLOGY (Hymnal Page 382) PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHURCH JOYS AND CONCERNS BIRTHDAYS Garnet Welling, Robbie Mundell, Beverly Calhoun, Kristin Shrader, Cathy Moore ANNIVERSARIES None JOYS AND CONCERNS - Added to pray chain this past week: Sarah Wilson, Mary Hathaway’s sister and Debbie Mary have the COVID. Amy Wigner was also added, she has a lung disease and COVID. SYMPATHY To the Family of Eileen Miller To the Family of Bob Crowe To the Family Lois Cowden To the Family of Deloris Lyle To the Family of Nancy Rhoades McDowell To the Family of Bob Sipes To the Family of Nancy Clutter Spenser To the Family of Elmer Doman Continued prayers for Susan Schively, Melissa Pedigo, Aaron Blake, Chuck Dicks, June and Keith McGill, Glenn Miles, Roger Riggs, Tim Knabenshue, Frank Huffman, Nellie and Frank Baker, Michael Durila Sr., Justin Hagon, Tom Westfall, Mary Ann Durila, Elaine Belcascro, Lisa Marshall, Sandy Stone, Diane Bednarski, Matt Petrola, Ray Dyson, Diana Donaldson, Rob Logsdon, Laura Davis, Nancy Hepinger, Betsy Martin, Ed Horne. PASTORAL PRAYER AND THE LORD’S PRAYER HYMN “Joy to the World” Page 171 BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow” CHOIR ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Envelopes for 2022 are in the vestibule. There are names with new numbers. We are using boxes from this past year, so we don’t need to buy new ones. The DATES will be WRONG. If you have any questions, please ask Garnet. We will celebrate Holy Communion next Sunday, January 9, 2022
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Today’s guest speaker is Rev. Dave Mason. All of the information normally found in our bulletin is below the video. Simply click on "Read More" to load the rest of the bulletin. You can use this to follow the service, as well as to pray our unison prayers. All joys and concerns that we know, as well as our continuing prayer list is within the Joys and Concerns. Announcements can be found at the bottom of this service. Gathering Around the Word Prelude Carol Smith ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Presents unwrapped, People: Batteries are all run-down. Leader: Christmas trees are turning brown. People: Still, one present glows so bright -- Leader: The Child in a manger with heavenly light. People: Christmas continues the whole year round Leader: Whenever love and kindness abound. People: So gather your wits and sing loud and strong. Leader: Christmas continues, so raise up your song! INVOCATION Rev. Mason HYMN Away in a Manger 185 CALL TO CONFESSION Let us confess our sins before a loving and caring God: PRAYER OF CONFESSION (UNISON) Come, Holy One, who hastened us with cumbersome shepherds unto Bethlehem. Come and abide in us that we may learn the things that make for our peace. Give us that listening which hears thy compassion moving through all human loneliness, and in the midst of the high music, turn us toward the anguish of others. In the snowfall air, in the anxious dark, keep us open to neighbor and stranger, to angels and kings; and make us all ready for Christ’s victory over Herod’s earth. Amen. *Time of silent prayer. Assurance of Pardon Jesus came to forgive us through his grace and mercy. In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. AMEN *Passing the Peace L: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. P: And also, with you. *Response – Gloria Patri CHILDREN’S CHAT The Word of God Prayer for Illumination Scripture reading LUKE 2: 41-52 The Boy Jesus at the Temple L: The Word of the Lord P: Thanks be to God ! Sermon “GOD SPACE” Responding to the Word HYMN O Sing a Song of Bethlehem 208 *Apostles Creed (found inside the back cover of the hymnal) Presentation of our tithes and offering Offertory Carol Smith Doxology (Hymnal page 382) Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations BIRTHDAYS Lydon Herschell, Tom Miller, Jr., Garnet Welling, Robbie Mundell ANNIVERSARIES John and Donna West JOYS AND CONCERNS - JOYS - Congratulations to Allen and Justine Keenan on the birth of a son, Nash Walker Keenan on 12/18/21. Nash is Diana Donaldson’s great grandson. Congratulations to Allana McCoy who graduated from the Washington Hospital School of Nursing, she will begin her career at the Washington Hospital on January 10th. John West is home and doing well after his surgery. SYMPATHY To the Family of Eileen Miller To the Family of Bob Crowe To the Family Lois Cowden To the Family of Deloris Lyle To the Family of Nancy Rhoades McDowell To the Family of Bob Sipes To the Family of Nancy Clutter Spenser Continued prayers for Susan Schively, Melissa Pedigo, Aaron Blake, Chuck Dicks, June and Keith McGill, Glenn Miles, Roger Riggs, Tim Knabenshue, Frank Huffman, Nellie and Frank Baker, Michael Durila Sr., Justin Hagon, Tom Westfall, Mary Ann Durila, Elaine Belcascro, Lisa Marshall, Sandy Stone, Diane Bednarski, Matt Petrola, Ray Dyson, Diana Donaldson, Rob Logsdon, Laura Davis, Nancy Hepinger, Betsy Martin, Ed Horne. Prayers of the People Rev. Mason The Lord’s Prayer HYMN I Wonder as I Wander 183 BENEDICTION You have been promised a Savior and now he has been given to you. We go to tell of him, to tell of his star and all the wonders we know because of him. He came to bring life so that we might have it more abundantly. We go as bearers of his light, life and peace. Alleluia! Postlude Carol Smith We welcome all who have come to join us in the worship of the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Please come again. If you are visiting with us today, please let us know that we might welcome you into our church family.
REMEMBER OUR FOOD COLLECTION: And Jesus said, “You give them something to eat.” Mark 6:37. Please remember our food pantry is available to anyone in need. Replenish with your hands and listen for the need with your ears. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Thank you to Carol Smith for the music today! The choir will be practicing at 7:00 PM on Thursday evening if you would like to join them please come - sing praises to our Lord! Christmas Cards and envelopes are on the table in the back; they are free or if you would like to make a donation it will go to our Women’s Missionary Group. Envelopes for 2022 are in the vestibule. There are names with new numbers. We are using boxes from this past year, so we don’t need to buy new ones. The DATES will be WRONG. If you have any questions, please ask Garnet. We are planning to do shopping for shut-ins again this year. Please give donations to Garnet or online. Thank you. JOINT WORSHIP SERVICE NORTH BUFFALO UPPER BUFFALO PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHES WELCOME YOU December 24, 2021 7:00 P.M. Enter in silence Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Go in Peace Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Welcome and Merry Christmas! We extend our greeting for a very blessed Christmas and happy holiday season. May each of you experience the true meaning of the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ! PRELUDE A Medley of Carols 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Matthias Hirst, musician Rev. Mason, recorder THE RINGING OF THE CHIMES 7:00 PM PLEASE STAND THE LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE The Herschell Family Leader: The Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Jesus Christ, the son of Mary, the son of God is born this night. People: God's word has been made flesh among us. Leader: The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. People: Those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness - on them a light has shined. Leader: You, O Lord, have multiplied the nation. You have increased its joy. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government shall be upon his shoulder. People: His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Leader: He is also called Emmanuel, for in him God is with us. UNISON: We honor Messiah with Christ candle's flame Our Christmas Eve candles glad tidings proclaim. O Come all you faithful, rejoice in this night, As God comes among us, the Christian's true light. Lessons and Carols *CAROL O Come, All Ye Faithful all verses 193 Leader: Let us Pray. People: Eternal God, this holy night is radiant with the brilliance of your one true light. May the hope, the peace, the joy, and the love represented by the birth in Bethlehem this night fill our lives and become part of all that we say and do. PLEASE BE SEATED FIRST LESSON LUKE 1:26-38: The Angel Visits Mary Cheryl Bell 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And he came to her and said, “Hail, O favored one, the Lord is with you!”[a] 29 But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and considered in her mind what sort of greeting this might be. 30 And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. 31 And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. 32 He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High; and the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, 33 and he will reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there will be no end.” 34 And Mary said to the angel, “How shall this be, since I have no husband?”35 And the angel said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born[b] will be called holy, the Son of God. 36 And behold, your kinswoman Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son; and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren. 37 For with God nothing will be impossible.” 38 And Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her. CAROL What Child is This? All verses 180 SECOND LESSON LUKE 1:39-45 Mary and Elizabeth Don Herschell 39 In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a city of Judah, 40 and she entered the house of Zechari′ah and greeted Elizabeth.41 And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit 42 and she exclaimed with a loud cry, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! 43 And why is this granted me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 44 For behold, when the voice of your greeting came to my ears, the babe in my womb leaped for joy. 45 And blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfilment of what was spoken to her from the Lord.” CAROL Away In A Manger All verses 185 THIRD LESSON LUKE 2:1-7: The Birth in Bethlehem Bob Fisher In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be enrolled. 2 This was the first enrollment, when Quirin′i-us was governor of Syria. 3 And all went to be enrolled, each to his own city. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, 5 to be enrolled with Mary, his betrothed, who was with child.6 And while they were there, the time came for her to be delivered. 7 And she gave birth to her first-born son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn. CAROL O Little Town of Bethlehem v. 1, 2 178 FOURTH LESSON Luke2: 8-14 The Angels & The Shepherds Dana Wilson 8 And in that region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with fear. 10 And the angel said to them, “Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come to all the people; 11 for to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be a sign for you: you will find a babe wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom he is pleased!” PLEASE STAND CAROL Angels We Have Heard On High All verses 192 PLEASE BE SEATED FIFTH LESSON LUKE 2:15-20 The Shepherds Worship Don Hanes 15 When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.” 16 And they went with haste, and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. 17 And when they saw it they made known the saying which had been told them concerning this child; 18 and all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. 19 But Mary kept all these things, pondering them in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them. CAROL: Go, Tell It On the Mountain v. 1, 2 205 SIXTH LESSON John 1: 1-5, 10-12, 14 St. John unfolds the mystery of Christ’s birth Rev. Mason In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God; 3 all things were made through him, and without him was not anything made that was made. 4 In him was life, and the life was the light of men. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. 10 He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world knew him not. 11 He came to his own home, and his own people received him not. 12 But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God; 14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father. PLEASE STAND CAROL: Hark the Herald Angels Sing v. 1,2 184 PLEASE BE SEATED THE OFFERTORY PRAYER THE OFFERTORY “The Birthday of a King” by W.H. Neidlinger Rev. Mason, tenor THE DOXOLOGY 809 PLEASE STAND THE DEDICATORY PRAYER Thank you, Lord, for the gifts of giving and service in your name. AMEN THE LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES On that cold night 200 years ago, Franz Gruber had to play his guitar because the church organ was not functioning. Tonight, in respect for tradition, I will sing a verse of “Stille Nacht” in German. During this, the Pastor will light his candle from the Christ candle, the ushers will light their candles from the Pastor’s candle, then the ushers will light the candle of the worshiper in each pew nearest to the aisle. Please hold all lighted candles upright (dripping?) Our singing of “Silent Night” will commence once all the candles have been lit. Bless you! THE HYMN “Silent Night, Holy Night “ Franz Gruber “Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht” Rev. Mason INTRODUCTION Silent night! Holy night! All is calm, all is bright, ‘round you virgin mother and child, Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night! Holy night! Shepherds quake, at the sight, Glories stream from heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing Al-le-lu-ia; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born. Silent Night! Holy Night! Son of God, love’s pure light, Radiant beams from thy holy face,With the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord at thy birth, Jesus Lord at thy birth. Silent Night! Holy Night! Wondrous Star, lend thy light; With the angels let us sing, Al-le-lu-ia to our King; Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born. (Please extinguish all candles and deposit them in the vestibule as you leave the service.) THE BLESSING Leader: May He who by His incarnation gathered into one thing all earthly and heavenly, grant you the fullness of inward peace and goodwill, and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always. PEOPLE: AMEN! PASSING OF THE PEACE THE POSTLUDE Joy to the World 171 Watts/Handel THE RINGING OF THE CHIMES * Late Arrivals may be seated by the ushers.  Today’s guest speaker is Rev. Dave Mason. All of the information normally found in our bulletin is below the video. Simply click on "Read More" to load the rest of the bulletin. You can use this to follow the service, as well as to pray our unison prayers. All joys and concerns that we know, as well as our continuing prayer list is within the Joys and Concerns. Announcements can be found at the bottom of this service. Gathering Around the Word
Prelude Introit **Mary Had A Baby** Choir ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: A voice in the dark, an image in a dream, a bright light in a clear sky -- People: Wonders and signs that turn our hearts toward God, Leader: Holy mysteries that cause our hearts to sing, People: Soul-felt grace that radiates through our lives. Leader: Young and old alike feel the awesome presence of God and join with Mary in proclaiming the greatness of God. People: Our hearts rejoice and our souls magnify the One who visits us again and again. Today’s guest speaker is Rev. Dr. Stephen Smith, from First Presbyterian Church in Washington. All of the information normally found in our bulletin is below the video. Simply click on "Read More" to load the rest of the bulletin. You can use this to follow the service, as well as to pray our unison prayers. All joys and concerns that we know, as well as our continuing prayer list is within the Joys and Concerns. Announcements can be found at the bottom of this service. Gathering Around the Word
Prelude Choir ANNOUNCEMENTS LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Clear away the unnecessary. PEOPLE: Put aside the unimportant. Leader: Lay down the unrealistic. PEOPLE: Keep your ears open for angel songs. Leader: Cut the lists in half. PEOPLE: Practice saying, “no thanks.” Leader: Look for the moments of stillness. PEOPLE: Keep your eyes looking for a star, your hands ready to give, your voice filled with song and your heart longing for joy. Today’s guest speaker is Rev. Mason All of the information normally found in our bulletin is below the video. Simply click on "Read More" to load the rest of the bulletin. You can use this to follow the service, as well as to pray our unison prayers. All joys and concerns that we know, as well as our continuing prayer list is within the Joys and Concerns. Announcements can be found at the bottom of this service. Gathering Around the Word
Prelude Choir ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The Lord is holy and awesome and full of power! People: He sent his Son to earth to redeem mankind. Leader: Jesus came and lived among us, dying that we might live. People: He returned to heaven, promising to return again one day. Leader: He will come in righteousness and holiness, bringing peace to all mankind. People: The Spirit of God lives with us now, moving and breathing life into our souls. Leader: We wait expectantly for our King, our Ruler, our Savior. People: He is coming. This we believe. Good morning! We're so happy you've decided to join us today! Today's lesson is about Jesus healing a group of men with leprosy. One of the hymns that came up for the scripture is a chant: Kyrie Eleison. This is a Greek phrase meaning, "Lord, have mercy." When we meet in person, we share our joys and concerns together. If you are at home, take some time to think about your past week. If you have any prayer requests you would like to share, you can post a comment on our Sunday School lesson. When you are ready, you can use the prayer below from Saint Catherine of Siena to get started: Merciful Lord, it does not surprise me that you forget completely the sins of those who repent. I am not surprised that you remain faithful to those who hate and revile you. The mercy which pours forth from you fills the whole world. It was by your mercy that we were created, and by your mercy that you redeemed us by sending your Son. Your mercy is the light in which sinners find you and good people come back to you. Your mercy is everywhere, even in the depths of hell where you offer to forgive the tortured souls. Your justice is constantly tempered with mercy, so you refuse to punish us as we deserve. O mad Lover! It was not enough for you to take on our humanity; you had to die for us as well. Amen This week's lesson is on Leviticus 13:45-46 and Luke 17:11-19.
Opening Prayer: God of the tabernacle and temple, buildings can stand only if they are built on a strong foundation. As we study, may our faith be strengthened into an unshakable foundation on which we can build our lives. Amen These two readings discuss Jerusalem at different times in history. In Lamentations, Jerusalem has been destroyed. The people wonder if their faith is lost. they believe the city is lost. Scripture: Lamentations 5:1-22 Remember, Lord, what has happened to us; look, and see our disgrace. 2 Our inheritance has been turned over to strangers, our homes to foreigners. 3 We have become fatherless, our mothers are widows. 4 We must buy the water we drink; our wood can be had only at a price. 5 we are weary and find no rest.Those who pursue us are at our heels; 6 We submitted to Egypt and Assyria to get enough bread.7 Our ancestors sinned and are no more, and we bear their punishment.8 Slaves rule over us, and there is no one to free us from their hands.9 We get our bread at the risk of our lives because of the sword in the desert.10 Our skin is hot as an oven, feverish from hunger.11 Women have been violated in Zion, and virgins in the towns of Judah.12 Princes have been hung up by their hands; elders are shown no respect.13 Young men toil at the millstones; boys stagger under loads of wood.14 The elders are gone from the city gate; the young men have stopped their music.15 Joy is gone from our hearts; our dancing has turned to mourning.16 The crown has fallen from our head.Woe to us, for we have sinned! 17 Because of this our hearts are faint, because of these things our eyes grow dim18 for Mount Zion, which lies desolate, with jackals prowling over it.19 You, Lord, reign forever; your throne endures from generation to generation.20 Why do you always forget us? Why do you forsake us so long? 21 Restore us to yourself, Lord, that we may return; renew our days as of old 22 unless you have utterly rejected us and are angry with us beyond measure. In verse 1 we notice the use of us and our. Verse 16 & 20 People acknowledge their sin as the source of the situation, and challenge God, demanding to know why God seems absent. Verse 21 communicates despair - that God will have rejected the people once and for all with no opportunity for redemption or renewal Jerusalem is not lost forever, final destruction is decades away. Scripture: Luke 23:26-31 26 As the soldiers led him away, they seized Simon from Cyrene, who was on his way in from the country, and put the cross on him and made him carry it behind Jesus. 27 A large number of people followed him, including women who mourned and wailed for him. 28 Jesus turned and said to them, “Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for me; weep for yourselves and for your children. 29 For the time will come when you will say, ‘Blessed are the childless women, the wombs that never bore and the breasts that never nursed!’ 30 Then ‘they will say to the mountains, “Fall on us!” and to the hills, “Cover us!”’31 For if people do these things when the tree is green, what will happen when it is dry?” We don’t know who these women are. They might be friends or professional mourners. Jesus tells “them to Weep for yourselves and your city.”
Bruce Springsteen’s song “my City of Ruins” was written to revitalize Asbury Park, New Jersey It has become a song of revitalization for many cities. We have many laments in life. “Some day the Earth will Weep” Trust in the God of hope when we lament over our polluted waters our polluted air, our polluted oceans. We lament over broken families, We lament over events in our lives. No matter if we lament individually or as a group, ALWAYS lament in hope.
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Birthdays: Gabriel Molla, Butch Ward, Bruce Burnfield, James O’Hara, Bryan Miles, Savannah Hathaway, Gavin Hathaway Anniversary: Dana and Billie Wilson Announcements - Congratulations to Don and Karen Hanes on a new Grandson, Cash Michael Posey born on 2/8/21. Lenten Bible Study: Finding Hope Through Prayers of Lament Biblical laments are prayers that can be spoken, sung, painted, or communicated in some other way to God. Lament is a response to a momentous occasion of grief over which we have no control. For Lent this year, we will have a weekly online Bible study centering on prayers of lament, based on the current Horizons Bible Study, Into the Light. Each Wednesday of Lent, starting on February 17, a new lesson will be posted online to the same page that has our Sunday School lessons and worship services. This will be available throughout the day. These will include scripture passages, a lesson, and an opportunity to practice lament. You may share your laments, as you choose. If you have questions, please contact Nellie Baker or Christine Welling. We added Cody Clifford (Lois Miller’s grandson) to our prayer list this week. He was taken by ambulance from the pediatrician’s office to Children’s Hospital with Diabetic Ketoacidosis. Please pray for Cody and his family as they learn to live with this new diagnosis. Doug Ward’s infection in his knee is clear doctor wants to wait until May 6th to do a total knee replacement. Roma Grose is home recuperating from her hip replacement. John West’s gallbladder surgery went well. Ed Horne is recuperating from back surgery, please pray this will take care of the pain he has been experiencing in his legs. Remember our continuing prayer list. Roma Grose, Ruth Hampe, Susan Schively, Jimmy Davis, Judy Donaldson, Margo Johnson, Melissa Pedigo, Aaron Blake, Lisa Phillips, Mickey Gubitti, Chip Rogers, Dixie Avoila, Dennis McWreath, Chuck Warlow, Chuck Dicks, Randy Moore, Margaret Knabenshue, Janet Schively, Mary Ann Durila, Patty Nagey, Dr. Craig Fox, Karen Eisiminger, Kelley Gump, Mary Ann McFeeley, Ed Horne, Donna West, June and Keith McGill, Dianna Donaldson, Chuck Montecello, Glenn Miles, Dave Cummings, Doug Ward, Mark Knabenshue, Rick McFeeley, Deron Wood, Susan Alberti, Bryan Dunn, Dana Wilson, Marge McWreath, Tim Knabenshue, Jack Burnfield, Debbie Rugg, Joyce Pastorchalk, Reba Flowers and Jackson Corwin (3 years old). When we meet in person, we share our joys and concerns together. Consider your past week, and what joys and concerns you have. These might be for yourself, for someone else, or for a community. If you would like, you can share these in the comments so that we can all pray. The God of the universe invites us to talk with Him at anytime and anywhere about anything and everything (source). When you are ready, pray this prayer below (fromhere), including your requests and those that have been shared.
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When we met in person, we shared our joys and concerns together. Take some time to think on the past week. What were you thankful for? What brought you joy? What is worrying you? If you would like, you can share any of these things in the comments below, and we can all pray for them. When you are ready, you can pray the prayer below (from here), and include your own prayers as well.
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