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The Verse -- Larry L. Sydow -- 1991
(Alleluia)
The Hymn Of Praise (Glory To God ...) -- Larry L. Sydow -- 1991
(Alert the organist before the service that you will have a children's sermon before the Hymn of Pra
The Verse -- Larry L. Sydow -- 1991
(Return To The Lord)
The Gospel -- Larry L. Sydow -- 1991
(After the gospel is read, ask the children to come to the pulpit side of the chancel with you.
The Sermon -- Larry L. Sydow -- 1991
(Ask the children to come forward following the gospel reading.)
The Hymn Of The Day -- Larry L. Sydow -- 1991
(After the sermon ask the children to join you.
The Acolytes -- Larry L. Sydow -- 1991
(Before the service begins ask the children to come to the chancel.
1 Corinthians 3:17b -- Groundbreaking -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
A church building needs people.Object:a shovel.
"Get Up and Walk" -- Mark 2:1-12 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
When Jesus told the man on the stretcher to walk, he walked and the people praised God.
Hearts and Valentines -- 1 Corinthians 12:25 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
Sometimes a person's heart doesn't work as properly as God had planned so a doctor is needed to help
"Happy Birthday" to Jesus -- Luke 2:15-20 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
As we worship together on Christmas day, we have the opportunity to celebrate Jesus' birthday.
Jesus On A Donkey -- Mark 11:1-10 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
When Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey the people were very happy to see him.
Acts 2:1-4 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
On the first day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came to Jesus' followers in wind and in fire.
Floods -- Job 5:10 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
Children need to understand that rain is needed for living things to grow, but too much of it can be
What To Buy -- 1 Thessalonians 4:9 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
Children can give their dads gifts that don't cost money.
Healthy and Growing -- Romans 5:8 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
Plants need certain things to keep them healthy and growing and so do people.
All Over The World -- John 3:16 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
God loves all the people in all the countries in the whole world.Object:
Christians Everywhere -- Mark 14:22-25 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
World Communion Sunday is a special day for Christians to observe the sacrament of the Lord's Supper
The Halloween Mask -- Psalm 118:6 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
Children can be helped to see a touch of the ridiculous in what otherwise might seem frightening to
Psalm 106:1 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
It is good to be thankful to God for his gifts to us.
A Birth Certificate -- Luke 2:1-6 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
We have the story about when and where Jesus was born and when and where we were born.
We're Happy He's Alive Again -- Luke 24:1-7 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
Easter is a happy day because Jesus rose from death to life.
Mother's Tender Loving Care -- Luke 2:7 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
On Mother's Day children can be reminded of how their mothers took care of them when they were littl
Money -- Luke 6:38 -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
Children need to learn that for the church to do its work gifts of money are needed.
Someone To Love -- Deuteronomy 26:11a -- Shirley Jennings -- 1987
God gives family members one another to love.Objects: photos.

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Confirmation -- Joshua 24:14-18 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
"Now therefore revere the Lord, and serve him in sincerity and in
Preschool Chapel -- Matthew 18:1-3 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, "Who is the
Kari's College Letters -- 3 John 1:4 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
I have no greater joy than this, to hear that my children are walking in the truth.
In The Shadow -- John 3:30 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
He (Jesus) must become greater; I must become less. -- John 3:30
Inadequate Yet Used -- Isaiah 64:8 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Yet, O Lord, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You are our
The Burning Bush -- Exodus 3:1-5 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Moses was keeping the flock of his father-in-law Jethro, the
The Ten Greatest Frustrations In Ministry -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
1. Interruptions. How difficult it is to discern which "little
The Passover -- Exodus 12:3, 5-7, 11-13 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Tell the whole congregation of Israel that on the tenth of this
The Ten Greatest Joys In Ministry -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
1. Walking from the grave side of a believer's funeral ...
"We Don't Know What To Do" -- 2 Chronicles 20:12-15 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
"O our God, will you not execute judgment upon them? For we are
"There are 7,000...." -- 1 Kings 19:14-18 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Elijah answered, "I have been very zealous for the Lord, the God
Early Morning In Bethlehem -- Luke 2:4-20 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Joseph also went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea,
Simeon At The Temple -- Luke 2:25-35 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man
The Transfiguration -- Matthew 17:1-8 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his
The Lord's Last Supper -- 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
For I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you, that
Noon -- 3 p.m. On Good Friday -- Matthew 27:45-51 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
From noon on, darkness came over the whole land until three in
Easter Morning -- Matthew 28:1-8 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary
Easter Evening -- John 20:19-28 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
When it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and
The Ordinary -- Acts 4:13-20 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John and realized
On A Road To Damascus -- Acts 9:1-6 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Meanwhile Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the
By An Ethiopian's Chariot -- Acts 8:26-38 -- William C. Bartlett -- 2001
Then an angel of the Lord said to Philip, "Get up and go toward

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Confession is good for the soul. It's about telling the truth -- Larry Lange -- 2005
One of the requirements of the Doctor of Ministry process with which I never complied was developing
From Inside A Really Big Empty -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: Because many of us do not recognize our need for God, we find substitutes (som
There Are No Holy Wars -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: There is no justification for war.
Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 -- 1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14, Ephesians 5:15-20, John 6:51-58 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - B -- 2005
Revised Common 1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14 Ephesians 5:15-20 John 6:51-58
Signs And The Sign -- Exodus 14:19-31 -- George L. Murphy -- 2005
Signs And The Sign Exodus 14:19-Ê31
The Multi-Billion-Dollar Rodent Den -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: Too many people are missing the intelligent and appropriate response to alcoho
Second Sunday of Easter -- Acts 4:32-35, 1 John 1:1--2:2, John 20:19-31 -- Carlos Wilton -- Second Sunday of Easter - B -- 2005
Revised Common Acts 4:32-35 1 John 1:1--2:2 John 20:19-31
Hell: But, It's A Dry Heat -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: From biblical information and what we know of the nature of God, what should w
Watch Those Promises! -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: Christians need to be careful concerning making promises, and then know how to
Pink Bunny Batteries -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: How do we keep the flame burning and the enthusiasm lively?
Proper 16 | Ordinary Time 21 -- 1 Kings 8:(1, 6, 10-11) 22-30, 41-43, Ephesians 6:10-20, John 6:56-69 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 16 | Ordinary Time 21 - B -- 2005
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The Promised Land -- Deuteronomy 34:1-12 -- George L. Murphy -- 2005
The Promised Land Deuteronomy 34:1-12
Wicked, But Worth It -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: We need to recognize the delicate balance between the realization we are sinne
Third Sunday of Easter -- Acts 3:12-19, 1 John 3:1-7, Luke 24:36b-48 -- Carlos Wilton -- Third Sunday of Easter - B -- 2005
Revised Common Acts 3:12-19 1 John 3:1-7 Luke 24:36b-48
Finding Your Way From Nazareth To Jerusalem -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: So much of the Bible story involves geography, that a sermon on becoming famil
Is The Bible Racist? -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: Can we find any racism in our Bible?
My God Doesn't Make Tornadoes -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: We need to stop blaming God for natural calamities.
Proper 17 | Ordinary Time 22 -- James 1:17-27, Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 -- Carlos Wilton -- Proper 17 | Ordinary Time 22 - B -- 2005
Revised Common Song Of Solomon 2:8-13 or Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
The Great Physician -- Isaiah 52:13--53:5 -- George L. Murphy -- 2005
It's the first day for the new doctor at a rundown hospital, an institution that always has a lot of
Pilgrim Or Tourist? -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: How serious (or loose) is our connection to Jesus Christ, the church, and Chri
Fourth Sunday of Easter -- Acts 4:5-12, 1 John 3:16-24, John 10:11-18 -- Carlos Wilton -- Fourth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2005
Revised Common Acts 4:5-12 1 John 3:16-24 John 10:11-18
Preaching To The Choir -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: Are our assumptions accurate regarding church members (and non-church people)
The Four Most Beautiful Things God Ever Created -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: A Christian should be a person with a highly developed sense of aesthetics.
In The Name Of God! -- Terry Cain -- 2005
Purpose Statement: Christians have done (and still do) some terrible things and claimed they were
The Doorkeeper -- Mark 13:32-37 -- Dallas A. Brauninger -- First Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
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Set Apart At Christmas -- Romans 1:1-7 -- John N. Brittain -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - A -- 2007
I am so old that I can actually remember when there was a difference between the number of "shopping
Showing Up -- Ephesians 3:1-12 -- John N. Brittain -- Epiphany of the Lord - A -- 2007
We lived in Florida for a while in the 1980s and it was then that we learned about Tarpon Springs.
So, Explain It To Me -- 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 -- Steven E. Albertin -- Trinity Sunday | 1st Sunday after Pentecost - A -- 2007
Trinity Sunday begins the second half of the church year.
Gifts For A King -- Isaiah 60:1-6, Matthew 2:1-12 -- William Powell Tuck -- 2007
Several years ago, some small children were helping set up a nativity scene.
I Don’t Do Windows -- Deuteronomy 11:18-21, 26-28 -- Tony S. Everett -- 2007
For months, members of the parish property team had been having difficulty finding volunteers to cle
Life And Forgiveness Come Easy When You're Filled With The Spirit -- John 20:19-23 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Day of Pentecost - A -- 2007
It's Pentecost Sunday, a day when we celebrate the birth of the Church and the giving of the Holy Sp
Sentimental Slaves -- Exodus 16:2-15 -- David Kalas -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - A -- 2007
Let me ask you to do a little remembering today.
A Little Theology At Christmas -- Titus 2:11-14 -- John N. Brittain -- The Nativity of our Lord - A -- 2007
Scholars who study such things are quick to tell anyone who will listen that Christmas is much overr
No Partiality -- Acts 10:34-43 -- John N. Brittain -- The Baptism of our Lord | Epiphany 1 | Ordinary Time 1 - A -- 2007
You may be looking at the most fortunate person on the face of the earth. Let me explain.
Righteous! -- Romans 1:16-17; 3:22b-28 (29-31) -- Steven E. Albertin -- Proper 4 | Ordinary Time 9 - A -- 2007
Perhaps some of you are old enough to remember one of the most popular musical groups of the mid 196
Holding On To Christmas -- Zephaniah 3:14-17, Luke 2:15-20 -- William Powell Tuck -- 2007
Since I was a small boy, one of my most memorable experiences at Christmastime has been listening to
Forty Days And Forever -- Exodus 24:12-18 -- Tony S. Everett -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 2007
Here's a story that many church members have been telling for a while.
Having Fun With The Great Commission -- Matthew 28:16-20 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Trinity Sunday | 1st Sunday after Pentecost - A -- 2007
I find it interesting that today as we commemorate the Trinity doctrine, the church assigns the Bibl
The Proof Is In The Pudding -- Exodus 17:1-7 -- David Kalas -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - A -- 2007
It is an incongruous scene: a multitude in the desert.
Not What You Expected -- Hebrews 2:10-18 -- John N. Brittain -- First Sunday after Christmas Day - A -- 2007
Some years ago, my wife and I took a group of students on a short-term mission trip to Belize, the o
Caught In The Middle -- 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 -- John N. Brittain -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007
It has become very popular to talk about how stressed out we are because we (both individually and c
In Spite Of Evidence To The Contrary -- Romans 4:13-25 -- Steven E. Albertin -- Proper 5 | Ordinary Time 10 - A -- 2007
The scriptures talk about "faith" in many different ways.
Ruining The Christmas Spirit -- Matthew 24:36-44 -- Charles L. Aaron, Jr. -- First Sunday of Advent - A -- 2007
This morning is the first Sunday of Advent, and therefore the first Sunday of the church year.
Sleeping Through The Alarm -- Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- Ash Wednesday - A -- 2007
I might as well get this off my chest. I have an abiding dislike for alarm clocks.
With A Firm Foundation, Application Is Second Nature -- Matthew 7:21-29 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 4 | Ordinary Time 9 - A -- 2007
Practice makes perfect. If you do these things for Jesus, the Lord will bless you.
Appointment With Thunder -- Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9, 12-20 -- David Kalas -- Proper 22 | Ordinary Time 27 - A -- 2007
If you're like me, then you've spent your whole life in the church.
Sick People Like Us Will Always Need The (Divine) Doctor -- Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 -- Mark Ellingsen -- Proper 5 | Ordinary Time 10 - A -- 2007
Jesus spent a lot of his time hanging around undesirable folks, not with "good" people like us.
A Change Of Mind -- Exodus 32:1-14 -- Timothy J. Smith -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - A -- 2007
While it has been suggested that idle hands are the playthings of the devil -- the same may be true
The Vastness Of Relationships -- Ephesians 1:3-14 -- John N. Brittain -- Second Sunday after Christmas - A -- 2007
At this time of year, the Christmas and Epiphany seasons, various preachers, teachers, and Sunday sc
Small-Minded Christians In A Big World -- 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 -- John N. Brittain -- Epiphany 3 | Ordinary Time 3 - A -- 2007
How familiar Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 1 sound!

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Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
"The Holy Spirit is God at work." (Dwight L. Moody)
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
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Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
A mother needs to teach her children that a basic value system comes from God.
Erring On The Side Of Compassion -- Matthew 20:1-16 -- Constance Berg -- Proper 20 | Ordinary Time 25 - A -- 2001
When I worked as an emergency assistance coordinator for Lutheran Social Services, I made many error
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
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Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Men make cars, computers, and helicopters. Women make people.
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Laughter Laughter is the chimney sweep for the cinders of the heart.
Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Holiness dwells on the almightiness of God.
Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Mothers of the world can help produce an upsurge of vital, God-centered, intelligently grounded powe
Funerals -- John 11:1-45 -- Constance Berg -- Fifth Sunday in Lent - A -- 2001
Cheryl's father had an affair with his secretary when Cheryl was just four years old.
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Giving
Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
The true believer in the Holy Spirit is the person who sees the light from the lighthouse and avoids
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
World We cannot have a better world without first having a better man. (Newsweek)
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Christmas -- The Star
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
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Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
"To be sound in faith and holy in life -- this is the kernel of Christianity." (Augustine)
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Salvation
Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Everyone else may desert you, but not your mom!
Petty Concerns -- Matthew 21:23-32 -- Constance Berg -- Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 - A -- 2001
Mitch loved his church.
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Mother
Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
"Children are the anchors that hold a mother to life." (Sophocles)
Open Doors: Illustrations, Quotes, And Quips -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Leadership "Leadership is influence!" (John C. Maxwell)
Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Holiness is like the engine that is fired up with a full head of steam and rolling towards heaven.
Mom Is More Than A 3-Lettered Word -- Derl G. Keefer -- 2001
Prejudice is the mother of ignorance and the sister of hate.
Being A Servant -- John 13:1-17, 31b-35 -- Constance Berg -- Maundy Thursday - A -- 2001
Danny looked at the document. He was standing at his secretary's desk.

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Bulletin Insert for First Sunday in Advent for Year B -- Isaiah 64:1-9, Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19, 1 Corinthians 1:3-9, Mark 13:24-37 -- Robert S. Jarboe -- First Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
Advent Wreath ServiceReader A: ______________________
NULL -- Nehemiah 10:39 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: The people of Israel, including the Levites, are to bring their contributions of gr
Third Sunday In Advent -- Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11, John 1:6-8, 19-28 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Third Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
Call To WorshipFrom the Isaiah 61 passage. Leader:
Theme: The Mighty Have Fallen. Are We Next? -- 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27 -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 8 | Ordinary Time 13 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship (Psalm 117) One:
Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 -- 1 Samuel 1:4-20, Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18) 19-25, Mark 13:1-8, 1 Samuel 2:1-10 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship1 Samuel 2:1-10 Leader: My heart rejoices in the Lord;
Celebrate The Resurrection -- Mary Lu Warstler -- 2005
A Service Of Hymns And Word For Easter
Bulletin Insert for Second Sunday in Advent for Year B -- Isaiah 40:1-11, Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13, 2 Peter 3:8-15a, Mark 1:1-8 -- Robert S. Jarboe -- Second Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
Advent Wreath ServiceReader A: ______________________
NULL -- Esther 4:13b, 14b -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: "Do not think that because you are in the King's house you alone ... will escape.
Fourth Sunday In Advent -- 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
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Theme: What's Your Rush? -- 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10 -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
Thanksgiving Day -- Joel 2:21-27, 1 Timothy 2:1-7, Psalm 126, Matthew 6:25-33 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Thanksgiving Day - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
Words Of The Cross -- Mary Lu Warstler -- 2005
A Service Of Hymns And Readings For Good Friday
Bulletin Insert for Third Sunday in Advent for Year B -- Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11, Psalm 126, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, John 1:6-8, 19-28 -- Robert S. Jarboe -- Third Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
Advent Wreath ServiceReader A: ______________________
NULL -- Job 1:21 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: "I came naked from my mother's womb ... and I shall have nothing when I die.
The Ascension Of the Lord -- Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:15-23, Luke 24:44-53, Psalm 47, Psalm 93 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Ascension of the Lord - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
Theme: I Will Dance -- 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 10 | Ordinary Time 15 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
Transfiguration Sunday -- 2 Kings 2:1-12, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Mark 9:2-9, Psalm 50:1-6 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Transfiguration Sunday - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
Theme: The Forever King -- 2 Samuel 7:1-14a -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 11 | Ordinary Time 16 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship (Revelation 21:1-2, 22)
Trinity Sunday -- Isaiah 6:1-8, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-17, Psalm 29 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Trinity Sunday | 1st Sunday after Pentecost - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
The Dream -- Mary Lu Warstler -- 2005
A Service Of Hymns And Story For The Lenten Season
Bulletin Insert for Fourth Sunday in Advent for Year B -- 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16, Luke 1:46b-55, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38 -- Robert S. Jarboe -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - B -- 2005
Advent Wreath ServiceReader A: ______________________
NULL -- Proverbs 3:9, 10 -- Leon Collier -- 2005
Minister: Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops;
Ash Wednesday -- Joel 2:1-2, 12-17, 2 Corinthians 5:20b--6:10, Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21, Psalm 51:1-17 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- Ash Wednesday - B -- 2005
Call To WorshipBased on Joel 2. Leader: Blow the trumpet,
Theme: A Tangled Web -- 2 Samuel 11:1-15 -- Frank Ramirez -- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - B -- 2005
Call To Worship
First Sunday after Christmas Day -- Isaiah 61:10, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:22-40, Psalm 148 -- Charles And Donna Cammarata -- First Sunday after Christmas Day - B -- 2005
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Wayne Brouwer
It was a dark and stormy night. Lightning flashed and thunder crashed. Suddenly, Kimberly, our middle daughter, was standing next to our bed, sobbing in fear. My wife held and comforted her for a few minutes, and then I led her back to the room she shared with her older sister Kristyn. I tucked her tightly into the sandwich of her sheets and blankets, snugging things up for extra safety.
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John Jamison
Object: Pieces you might use, like dice, a spinner, a ball, or any other “unusual” things you might find. I used a beanbag, a shoe, and a piece of paper.

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John E. Sumwalt
This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. (v. 12-13)

You have heard the saying “We are not called to be successful; we are called to be faithful.” Jesus’ invitation to “follow me” is an invitation to faithfulness. That might be described by the old-fashioned word “fidelity.”

The Village Shepherd

Janice B. Scott
Do you love anyone enough to offer them your last Rolo? According to the advert, Rolos are so incredibly delicious that nobody could be that selfless. Those who consider offering their last Rolo to someone they love, snatch it back at the last moment and keep it for themselves.

Or you might of course, love Terry's chocolate orange, and feel it's something which would be good to share. But at the last moment, like cuddly Dawn French, you'd say, "No, it's mine, not Terry's, it's all mine!"

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Schuyler Rhodes
Anyone who has made a long road trip with children singing "99 Bottles Of Beer On The Wall" can support the notion of "singing a new song." Children love the repetition of singing the same song over and over. Parents or youth group leaders who have been in this situation can identify with the need to sing a new song.
Nancy Kraft
Are you in love with God? In 1 John, the author has a lot to say about the love of God and the way that love changes our lives. We love because God first loved us. God's love fills us to overflowing so that it flows through us to other people. Annie Dillard said that we catch grace like a man filling a cup underneath a waterfall.1 That's the way we receive God's love. But there can be a problem for us when we put a lid on our cups and the water can't get inside. We're closing our hearts off to the love of God.

Harry N. Huxhold
A remarkable feature of Dwight D. Eisenhower's memoirs is the composure with which he greeted crises. He titled his autobiography At Ease, an appropriate description for not only his retirement, but the manner in which he appeared to be on top of life. Colleagues, of course, could recall how excited he could get in revealing his impatience with mediocrity and the failures of the people in his command. However, what was impressive was the way he took control in the European theater in World War II with no fear for his own life and great confidence in the Allied offensive.
E. Carver Mcgriff
Charles Wesley began one of the Methodist Church's favorite hymns with this line: "Come Holy Ghost, Our Hearts Inspire." Of course, tradition now uses the alternate term, "Holy Spirit." Wesley called it the "fountain of life and love." And so it is. Once we experience the Holy Spirit, we know it is exactly that: the source of life and love. The giving of that Spirit into the lives of us all is the point of this passage.

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