Worship Guide 9-20-2026
September 20, 2026, 10:30 a.m.
The Community Gathers Before God
- Prelude: Dr. Melanie Williams
- Words of Welcome: Dr. Chris Dawson
- Call to Worship: Dr. Chris Dawson
- Choral Introit: "The Gathering" | Choir
The Community Gives Praise & Prayers to God
- Deacon Commissioning & Ordination: Kyle Bates, Lisa Dinkins, & Sheila London
- Laying on of Hands: Kyle Bates
- Hymn of Celebration: #534 "Draw Me Nearer"
- First Lectionary Reading: Psalm 145:1-8 | Dr. Chris Dawson
- Hymn of Praise: #49 "Praise the Lord Who Reigns Above"
- Second Lectionary Reading & Prayer: Philippians 1:21-30 | Brittany Potter
- Sharing Prayer Concerns
- Moment of Prayer
- Prayer for the People
- The Lord’s Prayer
- Hymn of Assurance: #89 “Our Great Savior"
- Greet Stranger, Neighbor, & Friend
- Choral Response: “The Body of Christ”
- Children's Worship: Ages 3-2nd grade
The Community Receives God's Word
- Sermon: Dr. Chris Dawson
Matthew 20:1-16 - Prayer: Dr. Chris Dawson
The Community Responds to God's Call
Hymn of Response: #472 "Grace Greater Than Our Sin"
- Stewardship of Tithing & Fellowship
- Sending Song: “As We Leave”
- Postlude: Dr. Melanie Williams
Team Leaders
- Livestreaming: Tim Harrell
- Nursery: Sara Cowan
- Worship Leader: Brittany Potter
- Children’s Worship: Alex Helms & Carolyn White
- Money Counter: Carolyn White
- Ushers: Tom & Ruby Coffey, Don Haver