"Abundant Life: Community." - Worship Service October 11th, 2026
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Welcome and Announcements
Rae Anne White, Elder
Passing the Peace
Gathering Music
“Come Now is the Time to Worship”
Call to Worship
Diana Fusciardi, Liturgist
Leader: God of grace, in the beginning, you gathered us into community,
ALL: For as you said, “It is not good that the human being should be alone!”
Leader: God of freedom, in the exodus, you gathered us into community,
ALL: For you heard the cry of our groaning, our desire for liberation, for new life!
Leader: God of love, at Pentecost, you gathered us into community,
ALL: For you gave birth to the church!
Leader: And this morning, we give thanks that you gather us into community,
ALL: A community of abundant life: of grace, of freedom, and of love.
Leader: Beloved, come, let us worship God!
ALL: Let us worship God!
Opening Song of Praise
“Number 40”
Invocation
Leader: Gracious God, you have invited and welcomed us to this place of worship. You draw us away from the idols we create to take your place. When we come together, we sense that there is nothing in life that can substitute for a vital relationship with you. Yet we are only dimly aware of who you are. All the mysteries of the universe are in your hands, yet you have made yourself known among the people of this earth. We catch glimpses of your work among us and are amazed. We want to meet you again today, as for the first time. Touch us. Remake us. Help us to stand firm in the faith. Amen.
A Moment with Our Young Disciples
Psalm Reading
Psalm 23
Diana Fusciardi, Liturgist
Special Music
“Plowshare Prayer”
Reflection
"Abundant Life, Part 1: Community, Ewe Belong Here."
Pastor Greg Larsen
Reflection Reading
John 10:1-9
Sharing of our Joys and Concerns
Offering
Prayer of Dedication
ALL: Creator God, who transforms chaos into community, scarcity into abundance, bless these gifts to your creative work, building up communities near and far. Thank you for the joy of participating in your Beloved Community, your abundant life, your love for the world. In the generous, beautiful name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
Parting Song of Praise
“How Great Thou Art”
Benediction
Leader: May the God of community, of abundant life, the Good Shepherd who gathers us in in order to send us out to serve – bless you and keep you, this day and every day. Go in peace.
ALL: Amen.
Benediction Music Response
“How Great Thou Art” (Reprise)
Upcoming Live Streams
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