July 17, 2022
Contemporary Worship Service
9:00 A.M.
Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
Sermon: Practicing Faith
Scripture: Sermon Text – Matthew 11:1-6
Featuring The Praise Band
Baptism of Fober Children
We Take God’s Grace And Turn It Into Work’s Righteousness – Single or Shared Yoke [WORSHIP]
Order of Worship
Sunday, July 17, 2022
11:00 AM Traditional Worship
The Chiming of the Hour
The Welcome & Announcements by Rev. Dr. Buddy Cooper, Jr.
The Choral Call to Worship: “This Is the Day”
The Prelude: “Variations on Nettleton” by A. Slowins
The Cross and Flame Come to the Altar
The Hymn of Celebration: “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”
The Affirmation of Faith
The Gloria Patri
The Pastoral Prayer with The Lord’s Prayer by Rev. Dr. Buddy Cooper, Jr.
The Hymn of Preparation: “Lord, Speak to Me”
The Offertory Prayer
The Offertory: “Brother James Air” arr. B. Dean, Soloist – Mr. Tommy Bridges
The Doxology
The Scripture Lesson: Matthew 11:25-30
The Passing of the Peace
The Registration of Attendance
The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
The Children’s Moment by Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Anthem: “The Lone, Wild Bird” by D. Johnson
The Sermon: We Take God’s Grace and Turn It Into Work’s Righteousness – Single or Shared Yoke by Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Hymn of Consecration: “Forth in Thy Name, O Lord”
The Cross and Flame Go Before Us into the World
The Benediction and Choral Response: “Dresden Amen”
The Postlude: “Merifield” by J. Correll
July 10, 2022 – “The Kingdom of God: What Are One’s Expectations of Jesus? (The Jesus We Don’t Like)” (Rev. Dr. Shane Green)
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Contemporary Worship Service/Matthew 11:1-6
What Are One’s Expectations of Jesus – The Jesus We Don’t Like? [WORSHIP]
July 10, 2022
Contemporary Worship Service
9:00 A.M.
Rev. Shane Green
Sermon Series: The Kingdom of God
Sermon: What Are One’s Expectations of Jesus – The Jesus We Don’t Like?
Scripture: Sermon Text – Matthew 11:1-6
Featuring The Praise Band
What are One’s Expectations of Jesus? (The Jesus We Don’t Like) [WORSHIP]
Order of Worship
Sunday, July 10, 2022
11:00 AM Traditional Worship
The Welcome & Announcements by Rev. Dr. Buddy Cooper, Jr.
The Choral Call to Worship: “Be Joyful”
The Prelude: “Pastorale” by Charles Wesley
The Cross and Flame Come to the Altar
The Hymn of Celebration: “Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus”
The Affirmation of Faith
The Gloria Patri
The Pastoral Prayer with The Lord’s Prayer by Rev. Dr. Buddy Cooper, Jr.
The Hymn of Preparation: “Take Time to Be Holy”
The Offertory Prayer
The Offertory: “Holy Spirit, Truth Divine” arr. David Hegarty
The Doxology
The Scripture Lesson: Matthew 11:1-6
The Passing of the Peace
The Registration of Attendance
The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
The Children’s Moment by Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Anthem: “What a Friend” by Price & Besig
The Sermon: What are One’s Expectations of Jesus? (The Jesus We Don’t Like) by Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Hymn of Consecration: “Lord, I Want to Be a Christian”
The Cross and Flame Go Before Us into the World
The Benediction and Choral Response: “Go Now in Peace”
The Postlude: “Wo Gott zum Haus” by J. G. Walther
First Steps – July 11, 2022
| My older brother loves figs. Me, not so much; however, I have grown to appreciate them though I’m not sure I will ever grow to his level of affection or be a fig aficionado. I think it has to do with the texture of figs that hold me back. Regardless, in the ancient world, figs were a delicacy. Then and now, figs are the fruit of a giant tree. In John’s Gospel, Nathanael enjoyed the shade of the fig tree when he learned of Jesus. In Luke’s Gospel, Zacchaeus climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see Jesus. Among religious Jews, sitting under a fig tree symbolizes the study of scripture. For just as the fig slowly ripens on the tree, the scriptures ripen with enlightenment to those who study. What I have learned about figs is that a tree will have more than one harvest each year. Sometimes a tree can have three different harvests because the figs ripen not all at once like an apple tree. With figs, the ones closest to the trunk ripen first. Then the ones in the middle of the branch and finally the ones on the tip of the branch. Because there isn’t a blossoming flower associated with the fruit, one can easily miss when a fig is ripe and ready to harvest. Thinking of figs, I’m mindful of two important life lessons: 1. Not everyone ripens at the same time. When dealing with people it is important to remember that our timeline might not be their timeline. Though we might long for something to happen sooner than later, we can’t control another’s development. Therefore, trust in God is crucial. We trust that God is continually working to bring about a harvest. God is the final change agent. 2. If one is not looking for the fruit, they will miss it. God is working in the world. We want to patiently participate. As led by him, directed by him, and prompted by him, we work with his Holy Spirit to bring about transformation. Just as it is crucial to trust God’s work, it is crucial to be in a continual state of discernment so that we can see what God sees. With his sight, we can see the fruit ripen and act accordingly.  This Week’s Readings: *Monday – Romans 7 *Tuesday – Romans 8 *Wednesday- Romans 9 *Thursday -Romans 10 *Friday- Romans 11 Prayer Requests: *Children’s safety as they participate in summer activities. *An immediate end to the crisis in Ukraine. *Heal those who are sick and protect those who are not. *Comfort those who are grieving and in distress. *Wisdom for our leaders as they navigate through uncertain times. *Guidance for those seeking to find their way. *Continued Growth Inside and Outside the Walls of St. Paul UMC. |
| “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 |