01-31-2021 | Be prepared and stay alert

Welcome

Prelude — We Gather Together, John Carter

Call to Worship

Are you awake? Are you alert?
Christ is coming into our lives in a new way.
Are you watching the signs?
Are you interpreting what is happening today?
Christ is coming into our lives in a new way.
Do you see opportunities for ministry?
Do you see the poor, the homeless, the hungry, the needy?
Christ is coming into our lives in a new way.
Come, let us worship and let us work in the reign of God.
Christ has extended the invitation:
let us work together in the reign of God on earth.

Opening Prayer (Unison) Mighty God, everything you do reveals your glory and majesty. Open our eyes to see what you are doing in our lives. Let us marvel at your good gifts and your wise provision. Your acts are amazing Lord. We cannot comprehend the number of blessings you pour out on us from day to day. As we gather today around your name, we pray that you would fill our hearts, our minds and our souls. Transform us Lord, and make us more like you. Through Jesus Christ our Lord we pray, Amen.

Children’s Moment

Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Sermon: Be Prepared and Stay Alert!

Let There Be Peace On Earth

Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me. Let There Be Peace on Earth The peace that was meant to be with God our Creator, family all are we. Let us walk with each other
In perfect harmony. Let peace begin with me. Let this be the moment now. With every step I take, let this be my solemn vow. To take each moment and live
each moment in peace eternally, let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.

Benediction

Postlude — O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing, John Carter