HOPE CHURCH TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST November 18, 2018 ~ 11:00 AM THE APPROACH TO GOD

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1 PRELUDE We Gather Together HOPE CHURCH TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST November 18, 2018 ~ 11:00 AM THE APPROACH TO GOD E Copes WELCOME CALL TO WORSHIP Praise the Lord Cameroon Traditional VOTUM AND SENTENCES Our help is in the name of the LORD who made heaven and earth. Psalm 124:8 Amen. My heart exults in the LORD; there is no Holy One like the LORD, there is no Rock like our God. The LORD makes poor and makes rich, brings low and also exalts. The LORD raises up the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. The LORD will judge the ends of the earth and guard the ways of God s faithful people. My heart exults in the LORD; there is no Holy One like the LORD! from 1 Samuel 2 *PROCESSIONAL HYMN Purple #612 We Praise You, O God *SALUTATION KREMSER *Congregation to rise in body or spirit Bold type indicates congregational response

2 PRAYER OF CONFESSION Kyrie (Lord Have Mercy) Lord Jesus, Living Word, Source of Salvation, surround us and fill us with your Spirit. Create in us the vision to see what is good, the faith to abide in your truth, the courage to do what is just. In need of forgiveness, in need of healing, in need of hope, we look to you as the Way, the Truth, and the Life in our lives and in our world. repeat Kyrie as above WORDS OF ASSURANCE AND GOD S GUIDE FOR GRATEFUL LIVING RESPONSE Purple #35 Praise Ye the Lord, the Almighty LOBE DEN HERREN 2

3 PROFESSION OF FAITH AND WELCOME OF NEW MEMBERS Preparation and Presentation Profession of Faith and Promises *Confession of Faith Apostles Creed Do you believe in God the Father? We believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? We believe in Jesus Christ, God s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again: he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? We believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. By the Holy Spirit all who believe and are baptized receive a ministry to witness to Jesus as Savior and Lord, and to love and serve those with whom they live and work. We are ambassadors for Christ, who reconciles and makes whole. We are the salt of the earth; we are the light of the world. Welcome our new friends in Christ. Joyfully we receive you into the body of Christ. Join with us as we give witness in the world to the Good News, for we are all one in Christ Jesus. 3

4 *THE PEACE The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you. THE WORD OF GOD WORD WITH THE CHILDREN The Colors of Life I thank You, Lord, for the colors of life, the green of the grass and the blue of the sky. I thank You, Lord, for the works You have done, the pale silver moon and the bright summer sun. Jubilate! Jubilate! Jubilate Deo! I thank You, Lord, for the cool autumn breeze, the shiny red apples and brown falling leaves. I thank You, Lord, for the white winter snow, the cold frosty mornings and candles that glow. Jubilate! Jubilate! Jubilate Deo! Children ages 3 through grade 5 leave for Children in Worship Joseph Martin PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION THE OLD TESTAMENT LESSON 1 Samuel p. 213 This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. THE SONG OF HANNAH 1 Samuel 2:1-10 Refrain: My Soul Cries Out with a Joyful Shout Psalm Tone 4

5 My heart exults in the LORD;* my strength is exalted in my God. My mouth derides my enemies,* because I rejoice in my victory. There is no Holy One like the LORD,* no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God. Talk no more so very proudly,* let not arrogance come from your mouth; for the LORD is a God of knowledge,* and by God actions are weighed. The bows of the mighty are broken,* but the feeble gird on strength. Those who were full have hired themselves out for bread,* but those who were hungry are fat with spoil. The barren has borne seven,* but she who has many children is forlorn. Refrain The LORD kills and brings to life;* God brings down to Sheol and raises up. The LORD makes poor and makes rich;* God brings low and also exalts. The LORD raises up the poor from the dust;* God lifts the needy from the ash heap, to make them sit with princes,* and inherit a seat of honor. For the pillars of the earth are the LORD S,* and on them God has set the world. The LORD will guard the feet of his faithful ones,* but the wicked shall be cut off in darkness; for not by might does one prevail. The LORD! God s adversaries shall be shattered;* the Most High will thunder in heaven. The LORD will judge the ends of the earth;* God will give strength to his king, and exalt the power of his anointed. Glory to the Creator, and to the Christ,* and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now,* and will be forever. Amen. Refrain 5

6 THE EPISTLE LESSON Hebrews , p. 976 This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. THE GOSPEL LESSON Mark p. 825 This is the Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. SERMON Apocalypse Wow PRAYER FOR BLESSING ~ silent meditation LIFE OF HOPE CALL TO PRAYER This We Shall Do THE RESPONSE TO GOD PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING AND INTERCESSION Throughout the prayer the following response will be used: Lord, in your mercy; Hear our prayer.... ending with the Lord s Prayer Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen. 6

7 OFFERING Please sign and pass the Fellowship Pad and pass it back. Offertory Lovely Appear David Von Kampen Lovely appear over the mountains. The feet of them that preach and bring good news of peace. Ye mountains, ye perpetual hills, Bow ye down; Over the barren wastes Shall flowers have possession. Dark shades of ancient days, Full of hate and oppression, In the brightness of joy fade away and are gone. Isaiah 52:7 *Doxology Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow OLD HUNDREDTH Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; *Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *or praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *Prayer of Dedication *RECESSIONAL HYMN Purple #326 For All the Saints *BENEDICTION SINE NOMINE POSTLUDE Now Thank we All our God T. Albrecht Those wishing to listen to the postlude are welcome to remain in the sanctuary. Lord, Have Mercy, tune 1990 Swee Hong Lim (admin. General Board of Global Ministries) & This We Shall Do, words and music 2008, WGRG, Iona Community, Scotland, GIA Publications, agent. All rights reserved. Used by permission. Reprinted under OneLicense.net A