Bulletin Oct. 28/18

Stettler United Church
October 28, 2018

Musical Prelude

Welcoming Words & Announcements
(Portions of the service printed in bold are spoken by the whole congregation. The asterisk (*) indicates congregation stands, but please feel free to sit at any time. Children are always welcome at our services. Books/toys are available at the front and back of the sanctuary.

Centering & Lighting the Christ-Candle
Open our eyes, Lord. Help us to see Jesus as he reaches out to heal our blindness. Help us to let go of all those things that keep us in darkness. This day as your word is proclaimed, let our hearts and souls respond with joy. Transform and re-form our lives to do your will. In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

Call to Worship/Gathering Words
Come, take refuge in the Lord, for God is good.
From the storms and struggles of life we come.
Come, rejoice in the Lord, for God will provide peace for you
From fear and anxiety, we come to find peace.
Come, open your hearts to the Lord and you will be given his blessing
Thanks be to God for the many ways in which we are blessed. AMEN.

*Hymn: “All Who Hunger” #460 VU

*Prayer of Confession
Loving God
We gather for worship in this place
reminding each other of your promise
that you will provide.
When our strength falls short,
when our faith seems insufficient,
when hope wavers,
we trust in your promise that you will provide.
Lead us and teach us to lean on you in all things.

Let us pause for a time of silent prayer
Amen

*Sharing Peace and Blessing -
Nothing can destroy your peace of mind because God goes with you wherever you go.

Peace be with you
And also with you

*Congregational Theme/Story Time

*Hymn: “Tell Me The Stories of Jesus” #357 VU

*Special Music: Barbara-Lynn & Dave Goodwin

*A Reading from Job 42: 1-6 & 10-17

*A Reading from Mark 10: 46-52
*Message/Reflection:

*Hymn: “Teach Me God to Wonder” #299 VU

Invitation for Offering:

*Offering Hymn: “What Can I Do” #191 MV

*Prayer of Dedication:
As we offer our treasure and hearts to you, O God, may they be used to pass on the promise of hope, of peace, of life, of community to all in need of your gifts and presence in their lives. Amen.

*Prayers of the Gathered Community
& The Prayer Jesus Taught (sung) 959 VU

*Commissioning and Benediction:
May the love of God be the passion
in your heart.
The joy of God your strength
when times are hard.
The presence of God a peace
that overflows.
The Word of God the seed
that you might sow.

*Parting Hymn/Recessional: “I Have Called You by Your Name” #161 MV