Worship Guide 8-30-2026
August 30, 2026, 10:30 a.m.
The Community Gathers Before God
- Prelude: Elaine Potter
- Words of Welcome: Dr. Chris Dawson
- Call to Worship: Dr. Chris Dawson
- Gathering Music: #801 "This Is the Day"
The Community Gives Praise & Prayers to God
- First Lectionary Reading: Jeremiah 15:15-21 | Dr. Melanie Williams
- Hymn of Praise: #661 "Be Strong in the Lord"
- Second Lectionary Reading & Prayer: Romans 12:9-21 | Dr. Chris Dawson
- Sharing Prayer Concerns
- Moment of Prayer
- Prayer for the People
- The Lord’s Prayer
- Hymn of Assurance: #437 “Help Us Accept Each Other”
- Children may remain in the Sanctuary
- Greet Stranger, Neighbor, & Friend
- Choral Response “I Am the Body of Christ”
The Community Receives God's Word
- Sermon: Dr. Chris Dawson
- Matthew 16:21-28
- Prayer: Dr. Chris Dawson
The Community Responds to God's Call
- Communion Preparation: "Can You Drink the Cup" | Choir
- Ordinance of Communion
- Sending Song: “Blest Be the Tie That Binds”
- Postlude: Elaine Potter
Team Leaders
- Livestreaming: Adam Dinkins
- Nursery: Brittany Potter
- Worship Leader: Dr. Chris Dawson
- Children’s Worship: no children's worship this week
- Money Counter: Susan Bales
- Ushers: Don Haver, Kathy Cole, Melody Hawkins
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