11am Traditional Worship, 8-25-24

Welcome & Announcements

Call to Worship -#462 UMH (v. 1) – ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus

Opening Prayer (Unison): Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hidden.  Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name, through Christ our Lord.  Amen

Hymn #362 UMH – Nothing but the Blood

Baptism and Reception of New Member

Baptismal Covenant – #34-36 UMH

Children’s Moment

First Scripture Reading – Ephesians 6:10-20 NRSV

Hymn #526 UMH – What a Friend We Have in Jesus

Second Scripture Reading – John 6:56-69 NRSV

Message – When the Bread of Life is Hard to Swallow – Rev. Bryan McClain

Offertory / Doxology UMH #95 

Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer

Hymn #374 UMH – Standing on the Promises

Benediction

Postlude