 Fruitland United Methodist Church
September 19, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship. *Call to Worship Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Calling Song “More Like You” TFWS #2167 More like you, Jesus, more like you. Fill my heart with your desire to make me more like you. More like you, Jesus more like you. Touch my lips with holy fire and make me more like you. Lord, you are my mercy. Lord, you are my grace. All my deepest sins have forever been erased. Draw me in your presence. Lead me in your ways. I long to bring you glory in righteousness and praise. Responsive Reading from Psalm 1 Leader: Happy are those who will not follow the advice of the wicked, or take the path that sinners tread, or sit with scoffers. People: Happy are those who delight in the law of the Lord, and meditate on his law day and night. All: They are like trees planted by streams of water. Unison Invocation Now, Heavenly Father, calm us into a peace that heals and shapes our longings, questions, wounds, and passions into a more holy life that looks like Jesus in whose name we pray. Amen Hymn “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” UMH #133 What a fellowship, what a joy divine, leaning on the everlasting arms; what a blessedness, what a peace is mine, leaning on the everlasting arms. Refrain: Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms, leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms. O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way, leaning on the everlasting arms; O how bright the path grows from day to day, leaning on the everlasting arms. (Repeat Refrain) What have I to dread, what have I to fear, leaning on the everlasting arms? I have blessed peace with my Lord so near, leaning on the everlasting arms (Repeat Refrain) Old Testament Reading - Proverbs 31:30-31 Gospel Reading - Mark 9:30-37 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Prayers of the People with the Lord’s Prayer Offertory with Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Message “Show Me” James 3:13-18 Commitment Hymn “God of Grace and God of Glory” UMH #577 God of grace and God of glory, on thy people pour thy power; crown thine ancient church’s story; ring her bud to glorious flower. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, for the facing of this hour, (of this hour) for the facing of this hour. Cure thy children’s warring madness, bend our pride to thy control; shame our wanton, selfish gladness, free our hearts to work and praise. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, or the living of these days, (of these days) for the living of these days. Save us from weak resignation to the evils we deplore; let the search for thy salvation be our glory evermore. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, serving thee whom we adore (we adore) serving thee whom we adore. Closing Song “Teresa’s Prayer” Christ be in my mind and in my thinking, Christ be in my eyes, in everything I see, Christ be in my mouth, in every word I speak, Christ be in my heart and in my loving, Christ be in my life, each moment that I live. Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ANNOUNCEMENTS Thank you, Jeff and Leslie Ward for today’s beautiful altar flowers. IF you are interested in either of the following: * Friday Breakfast Meeting with a group for 8am breakfast and fellowship. * Wednesday 10:00 am Zoom Bible Study. Please contact Pastor Letha by phone or text: (208-412-9029 or email lethaess@fmtc.com CIRCLE OF FRIENDS PRESCHOOL – If you would like to help the Preschool at snack time, contact Holly at 208-405-8391. Dates available are 9/24, 9/29, 10/6, and 10/13. Beginning THIS FRIDAY September 24th ‘CRAFT & QUILTING SISTERS’ will be meeting each Friday at 9:30 am in the Fellowship area. Bring your projects, and lunch. There will be a lunchtime devotional, and an opportunity to assist the preschool at snack time. TONIGHT at Payette United Methodist Church ‘The Overcomer’, starring Alex Kendrick at 6:00 pm. Popcorn and soda is provided.
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 Fruitland United Methodist Church
September 12, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship. *Call to Worship Responsive Reading Leader: Jesus Christ is our light, our vision and our sight. Our Lord is the way we are called to see life. People: Until God’s kingdom comes, there will be darkness and with it blindness; but Christ’s victory is light for all his people. Leader: We have come to worship and to receive that light for ourselves, that we might be filled with the light of Christ. People: Let us worship the true light, Jesus Christ our Lord. Unison Invocation Gracious God, we thank you for your promise to be with us, and among us today as we worship you in a spirit of humility and holiness. We invite you to be our ‘true mirror’ to hold up before us your Word in such a way that we see our true selves. Help us also to see in a new way the fullness of your ineffable glory and transcendent grace and mercy. We await in the next hour your word to us, that by it we may be empowered to live in the world, announcing your rule of justice, reconciliation and peace. In the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Friend. Amen. Hymn: “Be Thou My Vision” UMH #451 Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart; naught be all else to me, save that thou art. Thou my best thought, by day or by night, waking or sleeping, thy presence my light. Be thou my wisdom, and thou my true word; I ever with thee and thou with me, Lord; thou and thou only, first in my heart, great God of heaven, my treasure thou art. Great God of heaven, my victory won, may I reach heaven’s joys, O bright heaven’s Sun! Heart of my own heart, whatever be fall, till be my vision, O Ruler of all. Scripture Reading Psalm 19 & Isaiah 50: 4-9 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Prayers of the People with the Lord’s Prayer Offertory with Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Hymn: “We Are Called” TFWS #2172 Vs 1 Refrain: We are called to act with justice, we are called to love tenderly, we are called to serve one another, to walk humbly with God! Come! Live in the light! Shine with the joy and the love of the Lord! We are called to be light for the kingdom, to live in the freedom of the city of God! (Repeat Refrain) Sermon: ‘The Most Amazing Mirror’ James 1: 17-27 Closing Hymn: “Shine Jesus Shine” TFWS #2173 Refrain: Shine Jesus shine, fill this land with the Father’s glory, blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fire; flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy, send forth your word, Lord, and let there be light. Lord, the light of your love is shining in the midst of the darkness shining; Jesus, Light of the World, shine upon us, set us free by the truth you now bring us. Shine on me, shine on me. (Repeat Refrain) Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) ========================================================= ANNOUNCEMENTS Altar flowers today are in memory of Truman Haley’s birthday, father of Larry Haley. Truman was born September 12, 1921. UPCOMING: September 13 – Trustees Meeting 6:00 pm. Admin Council Meeting 6:30 pm September 18 - Sage District UMW Annual Meeting is September 18 via Zoom. The theme is ‘Lead with Love’. Special guest speaker is Rev. Kalina Malua Katoa. To register send an email to Judy Halverson, judybhalverson@gmail.com, requesting the September 18th meeting, and include our church name. There is no charge. September 19 – ‘The Overcomer’ movie at Payette UMC at 6:00 pm, Popcorn & Soda is provided. The fall edition is waiting for content for the next issue. Please email or call Debra with committee meetings and/or activities by September 15th. _____________________________________________________________________ IF you are interested in either of the following: * Friday Breakfast Meeting with a group for 8am breakfast and fellowship. * Wednesday 10:00 am Zoom Bible Study. Please contact Pastor Letha by phone or text: (208-412-9029 or email lethaess@fmtc.com  Fruitland United Methodist Church
August 15, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship. *CALL TO WORSHIP Calling Song “Seek Ye First” UMH #405 Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you. Allelu, alleluia! Ask, and it shall be given unto you; seek and ye shall find; knock and the door shall be opened unto you. Allelu, alleluia! Responsive Reading - Psalm 111:1-4 and 10 (NLT) Leader: Praise the Lord! I will thank the Lord with all my heart as I meet with his people. People: How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them. Leader: Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty. His righteousness never fails. People: Who can forget the wonders he performs? How gracious and merciful is our Lord! All: Praise his name forever! Unison Invocation O God, the wonder of it all is that we are here at all, in this specific place and time, living these distinctive lives on this unique planet. The wonder of it all is that we are not lost in the stars, that you move in our very real lives, challenging us with friends and adversaries, stirring us with stories, music and prayers that bind us to one another and You. We come to You in the name of Jesus. Amen. Hymn “I Am Thine, O Lord” UMH #419 I am thine, O Lord, I have heard they voice, and it told thy love to me; but I long to rise in the arms of faith and be closer drawn to thee. Chorus Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed, Lord, to the cross where thou has died. Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord, to thy precious, bleeding side. Consecrate me now to thy service, Lord, by the power of grace divine; let my soul look up with a steadfast hope, and my will be lost in thine. (Repeat Chorus) O the pure delight of a single hour that before thy throne I spend, when I kneel in prayer, and with thee, my God, I commune as friend with friend. (Repeat Chorus) There are depths of love that I can not know till I cross the narrow sea; there are heights of joy that I may not reach till I rest in peace with thee. (Repeat Chorus) Old Testament Reading - Proverbs 9:7-12 The Psalm Reading - Psalm 34:1-7 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Prayer Song “ Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” TFWS #2193 Lord, listen to your children praying, Lord, send your Sprit in this place; Lord, listen to your children praying, send us love, send us power, send us grace. Congregational Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Message “Be Careful How You Live” Ephesians 5:15-21 Postlude (Please be seated) Please exit through the front doors, following the postlude, where we will continue the service on the front lawn. Closing Song “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” TFWS #2129 I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus – no turning back, no turning back. The world behind me, the cross before me. The world behind me, the cross before me. The world behind me, the cross before me - no turning back, no turning back. Though none go with me, still I will follow, Though none go with me, still I will follow, Though none go with me, still I will follow - no turning back, no turning back. Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) =========================================================== ANNOUNCEMENTS Altar flowers today are in celebration of Bill and Roxie Tolbert’s move to Idaho 2 years ago. The United Methodist Women are meeting on Saturday, August 21 at 10:00 am. All women in the church are invited to attend. Payette UMC and Fruitland UMC will have a combined service held at the Payette church on August 29th at 10:00 am. The address is 502 N 11th St, Payette, Lunch will be provided. Socks and Undies for Little Grizzlies – During the month of August, the United Methodist Women will continue to collect small size socks and undies for the Little Grizzlies in the Fruitland Elementary School. Thank you for the donations. Circle of Friends Preschool will open on September 8th. Preschool Supply Boxes: You have the opportunity to provide a supply box (crayons, markers, pencils, erasers, scissors, glue) for a student in our preschool. $10 each. This contribution goes straight to Holly, as she has already purchased the supplies on sale. Contact Debra, in the church office, if you are not receiving the ‘Weekly Announcements’ and would like to be added to the email list.  Fruitland United Methodist Church
Aug 1, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship *CALL TO WORSHIP Welcoming Chorus: In our lives Lord, be glorified, be glorified. In our lives Lord, be glorified today. In our homes Lord... In our church Lord... In your world Lord... Responsive Reading Psalm 51:1-2 and 10-11 Leader: Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. People: Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. Leader: Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. People: Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. All: Restore unto me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit to sustain me. Unison Invocation Heavenly Father, In this hour, and at least some of the hours to come, mute the distractions that clamor for our attention. Move among us, stir in our midst, to lighten the burdens we cling to so that we may be more bold and imaginative in our service to you. We pray in the name of Jesus Crist our Lord. Amen. Chorus “They’ll Know We Are Christians” TFWS #2223 We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord, we are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord, and we pray that all unity may one day be restored. Chorus: And they’ll know we are Christians by our love, by our love; yes, they’ll know we are Christians by our love. We will work with each other, we will work side by side, we will work with each other, we will work side by side and we’ll guard human dignity and save human pride: (Chorus) All praise to the Father, from whom all things come, And all praise to Christ Jesus, God’s only Son, And all praise to the Spirit, who makes us one: (Chorus) Old Testament Reading - Exodus 16: 2-4 and 9-15 Gospel Reading - John 6: 24-35 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Sermon: "Joined and Held Together" Ephesians 4: 1-16 The Communion Service The Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy universal church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Commitment Hymn “The Church’s One Foundation” UMH #545 The church’s one foundation is Jesus Christ her Lord; She is his new creation by water and the Word. From heaven he came and sought her to be his holy bride; With his own blood he bought her, and for her life he died. Mid toil and tribulation, and tumult of our war, We wait the consummation of peace forevermore; Till with the vision glorious our longing eyes are blest, And the great church victorious shall be the church at rest. We now on earth have union with God the Three in One, And share through faith communion with those whose rest is won. Oh, happy ones, and holy! Lord, give us grace that we Like them, the meek and lowly, on high may dwell with thee. Our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Let us confess our sin before God and one another. Prayer of Confession and Pardon Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. Our faith has been tested and we have stumbled. Our feet have strayed from the path of Christ and we have wandered from you. We have put our faith in the loud voices of this world, ignoring your whispers. Forgive us, we pray. We do want to follow Jesus, the Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen. Hear the good news; Christ died for us while we were yet sinners. That proves God’s love for us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Thanks be to God! Please pray: Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” Strengthen us in mind, body and soul for the days ahead. May your Spirit fill us as we live and pray in Jesus’ name. men. Bread and Cup Please exit through the front door. We will stand in a circle, be served, and partake together. Closing Chorus “Bind Us Together” TFWS #2226 Bind us together, Lord, bind us together with cords that cannot be broken Bind us together, Lord, bind us together, Lord, bind us together in love. There is only one God, there is only one King; There is only one body, that is why we sing. Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude: Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) ANNOUNCEMENTS Thank you Kay and Larry Haley, for today’s beautiful altar flowers. The east parking lot will be seal coated on Friday, August 6th. The lot will be open for church on Sunday, August 8th.  Fruitland United Methodist Church
July 25, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship. *CALL TO WORSHIP * Calling Song: “Great is the Lord” TFWS #2022 Great is the Lord and worthy of glory! Great is the Lord and worthy of praise. Great is the Lord; now lift up your voice, now lift up your voice: Great is the Lord! Chorus: Great is the Lord, he is holy and just; by his power we trust in his love. Great is the Lord, he is faithful and true; by his mercy he proves he is love. Great are you, Lord, and worthy of glory! Great are you, Lord, and worthy of praise. Great are you Lord; I lift up my voice, I lift up my voice: Great are you, Lord! (Repeat Chorus) Responsive Reading Psalm 145:3-7 Leader: Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. People: One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts. Leader: They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty, and I will meditate on your wonderful works. People: They will tell of the power of your awesome works, and I will proclaim your great deeds. All: We will celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness. Unison Invocation: Clara H. Scott Open my mouth and let me bear gladly the warm truth everywhere. Open my heart ad let me prepare love with thy children thus to share. Silently now I wait for thee, ready, my God, thy will to see. Open my heart, illumine me, Spirit divine. Amen Hymn “I Will Call Upon the Lord” TFWS #2002 I will call upon the Lord who is worthy to be praised. (Echo) So shall I be saved from my enemies. (Echo) I will call upon the Lord. (Echo) Chorus: The Lord liveth, and blessed be the Rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted. The Lord liveth and blessed be the Rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted. Old Testament Reading - Psalm 145:8-16 Gospel Reading - John 6:1-13 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Congregational Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Offering Meditation and Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Hymn “Sweet Hour of Prayer” (Verses 1 and 3) UMH #496 Sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer! That calls me from a world of care, and bids me at my Father’s throne make all my wants and wishes known, In seasons of distress and grief, my soul has often found relief, and oft escaped the tempter’s snare by thy return, sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer! Thy wings shall my petition bear to him whose truth and faithfulness engage the waiting soul to bless. And since he bids me seek his face, believe his word, and trust his grace, I’ll cast on him my every care, and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer. Sermon: “I Pray for You” Ephesians 3:14-21 Postlude (Please be seated) Please exit through the front doors, following the postlude, where we will continue the service on the front lawn. *Closing Song: “Standing in the Need of Prayer” UMH #352 Refrain: It’s me (it’s me), it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. (Hallelujah, Lord, it’s me!) Its me (it’s me), it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. Not my brother, not my sister, but it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. (repeat) Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude: Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) ANNOUNCEMENTS: Today’s altar flowers are in celebration of Mary Mowrey-Croner’s birthday, which is on July 28th. Happy Birthday Mary! Socks and Undies for Little Grizzlies. During the month of August, the United Methodist Women are collecting Socks and Undies for Little Grizzlies. Needed are little kids sock sizes S or M and boys briefs or girls panties sizes 4,6,8,10 or S & M. Anyone wanting to help can put socks or undies in the basket on the steps at the back of the sanctuary. A memorial service for Joann Strawn will be this Wednesday, July 28 at 11:00 a.m. The service will be held at our church building. More details will become available soon. Movie Night is Back! The Payette United Methodist Church’s Men’s Group is hosting a movie night the last Sunday of the month. The movie starts at 6:00 pm. Popcorn and soda is provided. The movie featured tonight is ‘Saint John in Exile’ starring Dean Jones. NEW EMAIL ADDRESS - We have changed the church email back to the FruitlandUMC@fmtc.com after experiencing some glitches with bulk emails through gmail. If you are not receiving the ‘Wednesday Announcements’, or would like to be added to our mailing list, please contact Debra at the church office to confirm that we have the correct email address for you.  Fruitland United Methodist Church
July 18, 2021 – 9:00 A.M Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship. *CALL TO WORSHIP Calling Song: “Joy to the World “ (Verse 4) UMH 246 He rules the world with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove the glories of his righteousness, and wonders of his love, and wonders of his love, and wonders, wonders of his love. Responsive Reading: from Psalm 23: 1-4 Leader: The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. People: The Lord makes me lie down in green pastures, leads me beside still waters, restores my soul. Leader: He leads me in paths of righteousness for the sake of his name. People: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil. All: For you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Unison Invocation: Here we are Father, ready to sing and pray and read and be together in Your presence. Please fill this room and our hearts with Your Spirit. Help us to sense the power of the risen Christ and we pray in his name. Amen. Hymn: “Stand By Me” UMH #512 When the storms of life are raging, stand by me (stand by me). when the storms of life are raging, stand by me (stand by me). When the world is tossing me like a ship upon the sea, thou who rulest wind and water, Stand by me (stand by me). In the midst of faults and failures, stand by me (stand by me); in the midst of faults and failures, stand by me (stand by me). When I do the best I can, and my friends misunderstand, thou who knowest all about me, stand by me (stand by me). Old Testament Reading - Jeremiah 23:1-6 New Testament Reading - Ephesians 2:11-22 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Congregational Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Offering Meditation and Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Sermon: “They Had Not Understood” Mark 6: 45-52 Hymn: “Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus” UMH #462 ‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, and to take him at his word; just to rest upon his promise, and to know “Thus saith the Lord” Jesus, Jesus, how I trust him! How I’ve proved him o’er and o’er! Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus! O for grace to trust him more! Postlude Hymn: “Cares Chorus” TFWS #2215 I cast all my cares upon you, I lay all of my burdens down at your feet, And anytime that I don’t know what to do, I will cast all my cares upon you. Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude: Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) ANNOUNCEMENTS: Thank you Mary Mowery-Croner for today’s beautiful altar flowers. WHAT’S HAPPENING: The Payette United Methodist Church’s Men’s Group is hosting a ‘Movie Night’, the last Sunday of the month. Movie starts at 6:00 pm. Popcorn and soda is provided. The movie title will be announced soon. Fruitland Church of the Brethren is hosting a Women’s Retreat August 13-15 at Camp Stover, in Meadows, Idaho. The theme ‘New Beginnings’ will focus on the book of Ruth. It will be led by Pam Hardenbrook and Letha Essinger. The cost of $75 includes 2 nights lodging and meals. For reservations contact Lorraine Hunsucker at 541-216-1119.  Fruitland United Methodist Church
July 11, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship *CALL TO WORSHIP Calling Song: “How Majestic is Your Name” TFWS #2023 O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth. O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is you name in all the earth. O Lord, we magnify your name, O Lord, we magnify your name, Prince of Peace, Mighty God; O Lord God Almighty. Responsive Reading from Psalm 24 Leader: The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world and all who live in it; for he founded it upon the seas and established upon the waters. People: Who may ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place? Leader: The one who has clean hands and a pure heart; who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear by what is false. God is at their side; with God’s help they will make it. People: Who is this King of glory? All: The Lord Almighty! He is the King of glory. Unison Invocation: UMH #574 Renew you church, Lord, your people in this land. Save us from cheap words and self-deception in your service. In the power of your Spirit transform us, and shape us by your cross. Hymn “We are Singing” TFWS #2235 We are singing for the Lord is our light, we are singing for the Lord is our light. We are singing for the Lord is our light, we are singing for the Lord is our light. We are singing, we are singing (Ooo), we are singing in the light of God. We are marching... We are clapping... Old Testament Reading Psalm 85: 8-13 Gospel Reading Mark 6: 14-26 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Doxology UMH #95 Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Congregational Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Message “What Do You See?” Amos 7: 7-15 Hymn “Rise Up of Saints of God” UMH #576 Rise up, O saints of God! Have done with lesser things. Give heart and mind and strength to serve the King of kings. Rise up O saints of God! The church for you doth wait, her strength unequal to her task; rise up and make her great! Lift high the cross of Christ! Tread where his feet have trod. As children of the Son of Man, rise up, O saints of God! *Closing Song: “This Little Light of Mine” UMH #585 This little light of mine, I’m goin’a let it shine, this little light of mine, I’m goin’a let it shine; this little light of mine, I’m goin’a let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine. Everywhere I go... All through the night... Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you Wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, Protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing At the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude: Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) ANNOUNCEMENTS Dennis & Debra Ujiiye have dedicated today’s altar flowers in loving memory of Debra’s Sister, Apryl Davenport. If you are not receiving Wednesday Emails – Contact Debra, in the church office, to update your contact information.  Fruitland United Methodist Church
July 4, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship *CALL TO WORSHIP Calling Song: “Father I Adore You” TFWS #2038 Father, I adore you, lay my life before you; how I love you. Jesus, I adore you, lay my life before you; how I love you. Spirit, I adore you, lay my life before you; how I love you. Responsive Reading from Psalm 48 Leader: Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised in the city of our God. People: We ponder your steadfast love, O God, in the midst of your temple. All: Your name, O God, like your praise, reaches to the ends of the earth. Unison Invocation Almighty God, we ask you, who walked among us in the person of Jesus of Nazareth and now accompanies us through the Holy Spirit, to turn the places we live into strongholds of your grace, that the most vulnerable as well as the most powerful among us may find peace in the security that comes in the strong name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Old Testament Reading - 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10 Gospel Reading - Mark 6:1-11 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Hymn: “Alas and Did My Savior Bleed” UMH #359 Alas! And did my Savior bleed, and did my Sovereign die? Would he devote that sacred head for sinners such as I? Chorus: At the cross, at the cross, where I first saw the light, and the burden of my heart rolled away; it was there by faith I received my sight, and now I am happy all the day. Thus might I hide my blushing face while his dear cross appears; dissolve my heart in thankfulness and melt mine eyes to tears. (repeat chorus) But drops of tears can ne’er repay the debt of love I owe. Here, Lord, I give myself away; ‘tis all that I can do. (repeat chorus) Sermon - “My Grace is Sufficient” 2 Corinthians 12:2-10 Communion The Communion Service The Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy universal church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Communion Hymn “Amazing Grace” (Verses 1-3) UMH #378 Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found; was blind, but now I see. ‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved; how precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed. Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ‘tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home. Our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Let us confess our sin before God and one another. Prayer of Confession and Pardon Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. Our faith has been tested and we have stumbled. Our feet have strayed from the path of Christ and we have wandered from you. We have put our faith in the loud voices of this world, ignoring your whispers. Forgive us, we pray. We do want to follow Jesus, the Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen. Hear the good news; Christ died for us while we were yet sinners. That proves God’s love for us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Thanks be to God! Please pray: Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” Strengthen us in mind, body and soul for the days ahead. May your Spirit fill us as we live and pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. Bread and Cup Please exit through the front door. We will stand in a circle, be served, and partake together. Communion Hymn “Amazing Grace” (Verse 6) UMH #378 When we’ve been there ten thousand years, bright shining as the sun, we’ve no less days to sing God’s praise than when we’d first begun. Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude: Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) ANNOUNCEMENTS Thank you, Denny & Mary Croner, for today’s beautiful altar flowers. The Upper Room for July is delayed, but on it’s way. If you are not receiving the weekly announcements by email, contact Debra, in the church office, to update your contact information.  Fruitland United Methodist Church
June 27, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship *CALL TO WORSHIP Calling Song: “Seek Ye First” UMH #405 Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Allelu, alleluia! Ask, and it shall be given unto you; seek and ye shall find; knock and the door shall be opened unto you. Allelu, alleluia! Responsive Reading From Psalm 130 Leader: Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord. Lord, hear my voice~ People: Let you ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications! Leader: If you, O Lord, kept a record of iniquities, Lord, who could stand? People: But there is forgiveness with you, so that you may be revered. Leader: I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word I hope; All: My soul waits for the Lord. Unison Invocation Loving God, open our ears to hear your word and draw us closer to you. We confess our need to be here and hold to the promise that Jesus will somehow be here as well. We pray in his name. Amen. Hymn “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing” UMH #400 Come Thou fount of every blessing Tune my heart to sing Thy grace Streams of mercy never ceasing Call for songs of loudest praise Teach me some melodious sonnet Sung by flaming tongues above Praise the mount, I'm fixed upon it Mount of Thy redeeming love Here I raise my Ebenezer Hither by Thy help I'm come And I hope by Thy good pleasure Safely to arrive at home Jesus sought me when a stranger Wandering from the fold of God He to rescue me from danger Interposed His precious blood Oh, to grace how great a debtor Daily I'm constrained to be Let Thy goodness like a fetter Bind my wandering heart to Thee Prone to wander, Lord I feel it Prone to leave the God I love Here's my heart, oh take and seal it Seal it for Thy courts above Hallelujah! I have found it, the full cleansing I had craved And to all the world I'll sound it; They too may be wholly saved. I am sealed by Thy sweet Spirit, Prone no longer now to roam; And Thy voice, I'll humbly hear it, For Thy presence is my home. Old Testament Reading - 2 Samuel 1:17-20 Gospel Reading - Mark 5:21-34 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Congregational Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Message “For Your Sake” 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Offering Meditation Doxology UMH #95 Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *Closing Hymn “Spirit of the Living God” UMH 393 Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me. Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me. Melt me, mold me, fill me, use me. Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me. Unison Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude: Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544)  Fruitland United Methodist Church June 20, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. Prelude: Welcome and Announcements Interlude: Welcoming the Light of Christ and inviting the neighborhood to worship CALL TO WORSHIP The Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy universal church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Calling Hymn “Open Our Eyes” TFWS #2086 Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus, to reach out and touch him, and say that we love him. Open our ears, Lord, and help us to listen. Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus. Unison Invocation O God our Father, who sent your Son to be King of kings and Lord of lords; we pray that all the kingdoms of this world may become His kingdom and learn from him the way to live as Your children. In His name we pray. Amen. Old Testament Reading - 1 Samuel 17: 32-37 New Testament Reading Gospel Reading - Mark 4: 35-41 God’s Word for God’s People. Thanks be to God! Message “Now Is the Acceptable Time” 2 Corinthians 6: 1-13 The Communion Service Communion Hymn “My Life Flows On” TFWS 2212 
Communion Service (continued) Our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Let us confess our sin before God and one another. Prayer of Confession and Pardon Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. Our faith has been tested and we have stumbled. Our feet have strayed from the path of Christ and we have wandered from you. We have put our faith in the loud voices of this world, ignoring your whispers. Forgive us, we pray. We do want to follow Jesus, the Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen. Hear the good news; Christ died for us while we were yet sinners. That proves God’s love for us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Thanks be to God! Bread and Cup Please come forward to receive the bread and the cup. Take them with you to the building entrance. We will stand in a circle and partake together. Please pray: Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” Strengthen us in mind, body and soul for the days ahead. May your Spirit fill us as we live and pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. Closing Song “Go Tell It On The Mountain” UMH #251 Go, tell it on the mountain, over the hills and everywhere; go, tell it on the mountain, that Jesus Christ is born. Benediction May the peace of the Lord Jesus go with you wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May he bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors. Postlude Thank you for Worshiping with us today! (CCLI License #1552544) HAPPY FATHERS DAY! |