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Episode 3: The Ragamuffin Gospel (Chapter 3)
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Hosts: Tommy Bridges and John Fugh, Jr.
What are our motives when it comes to living out our faith? We need to learn to think big about God. We need to renew our minds and see ourselves as God sees us. The Ragamuffin Gospel is about Jesus accepting and loving people right where they are.
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Over the Chaos [In-Person Worship]
This Week’s Service:
The Church Gathers for Worship
The Welcome & Announcements: Mrs. Mary Lou Jarrell
The Chiming of the Hour
The Cross and Flame Come to the Altar
The Prelude: “Ach Wie nichtig, ach Wie fluchtig”by G. Boehm
The Hymn Celebration: “Morning Has Broken” (all verses)
The Affirmation of Faith
The Gloria Patri
The Pastoral Prayer with The Lord’s Prayer – Mrs. Mary Lou Jarrell
The Hymn of Preparation: “Be Thou My Vision” (all verses)
The Scripture Lesson: Genesis 1:1-3
The Anthem: “Come, Jesus, Holy Son of God” – G. F. Handel
The Sermon: “Over the Chaos” Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Hymn of Consecration: “O Worship the King” (verses 1, 2, 3, & 5)
The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
The Benediction
The Postlude: “March” by J. Marsh
The Church Returns to His World to Serve Him
First Steps – April 19, 2021
In my house, there are three dogs: Scout, Chloe, and Cooper. Scout is the oldest and has reached the age where his body is starting to deteriorate. His vision and hearing are not what they used to be. He is constantly anxious, and I’ve often wondered if he has the beginning of dementia. It is difficult to watch because he has been my sofa-buddy for a long time. Yet, I’ve also noticed that most of his anxiety is relieved if he can just be beside me or on my lap.
When I think about Scout’s condition, I think about the power of presence. Whenever there is a situation that is fueled by anxiety, many people don’t know what to do. We want to be helpful but think we are unqualified and don’t know what to say. Truthfully, words aren’t needed. The ministry of presence is enough. If words must be spoken, “I love you,” “I’m praying for you,” “I’m here,” are sufficient. Most people won’t remember the words spoken, but they will remember your presence.
If you have a friend or loved one who is in the middle of a difficult situation and you want to be helpful, just be present. Resist the temptation to try to explain it away. Just show up with loving arms and allow your presence to minister. It is more powerful than people think.
This Week’s Readings:
- Monday – Hebrews 2
- Tuesday – Hebrews 3
- Wednesday – Hebrews 4
- Thursday – Hebrews 5
- Friday – Hebrews 6
Please Pray for:
- Our Ministers – Shane, John, and Buddy, our staff, and our members and families.
- The eradication of Covid – 19.
- Families in crisis.
- Loved ones battling illness.
- Those seeking to find their way.
- The United Methodist Church.
- Our leaders, our country, and our world.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6
April 18, 2021 – Over the Chaos
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This Week’s Service:
The Church Gathers for Worship
The Welcome & Announcements: Mrs. Mary Lou Jarrell
The Chiming of the Hour
The Cross and Flame Come to the Altar
The Prelude: “Ach Wie nichtig, ach Wie fluchtig”by G. Boehm
The Hymn Celebration: “Morning Has Broken” (all verses)
The Affirmation of Faith
The Gloria Patri
The Pastoral Prayer with The Lord’s Prayer – Mrs. Mary Lou Jarrell
The Hymn of Preparation: “Be Thou My Vision” (all verses)
The Scripture Lesson: Genesis 1:1-3
The Anthem: “Come, Jesus, Holy Son of God” – G. F. Handel
The Sermon: “Over the Chaos” Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Hymn of Consecration: “O Worship the King” (verses 1, 2, 3, & 5)
The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
The Benediction
The Postlude: “March” by J. Marsh
The Church Returns to His World to Serve Him
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