Order of Worship for Sunday, August 24th 2025

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Prelude

Welcome

Call to Worship

Leader: We gather to worship the God of vision and hope.
People: We come to see what God is building within us.

Leader: The Spirit stirs us to risk, to plan, and to grow.
People: We come with courage to walk in the way of Jesus.

Leader: Let us worship the Master Builder, the One who never fails.
People: To God be glory, now and forever!

Opening Hymn

The Church's One Foundation UMH 545

Prayer of Confession

Gracious Lord, You call us to step forward in faith, to risk for the sake of Your Kingdom. Yet we hold back, afraid of failure, afraid of cost. We confess that we prefer what is easy and familiar, rather than daring to follow You into the unknown. Forgive us for our fear and our hesitation. Hear the silent confessions of our hearts as we seek Your strength.

Silent Prayer of Confession

Amen.

Words of Assurance

Leader: Hear the good news: In Christ, our failures are not final, and our fears do not define us. By His grace, we are forgiven and made new.
People: Thanks be to God, who gives us courage to follow and strength to trust.

Passing of the Peace

First Reading:

Luke 14:28–33

Sermon:

Building for the Future by Pastor Kevin Rutledge

Hymn of Response

I Surrender All

Tithes and Offerings

Give Now

Offertory Response

Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH 95

Offertory Prayer

God of vision and promise, You are the Master Builder of our lives and our church. We bring these gifts as bricks of faith and beams of hope, trusting that You will use them to build Your Kingdom. Bless our giving, our planning, and our risking, that all we offer may be part of Your holy design. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

Pastoral Prayer and Lord's Prayer

Announcements

Closing Hymn

Never Once

Benediction

Said Each Week as A Communal Prayer:
Send to us all the people who feel unwanted and unloved in other places, and if they can't come to us, send us to them.

Postlude

Featured Upcoming Events:

Lunch and Learn with Pastor Kevin

on 12/3/2025 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

Join us for a weekly Bible study and lunch with Pastor Kevin on Wednesdays at 12:30pm. Bring your lunch and come ready to dive deeper into the Sunday morning scripture. This is a great opportunity to discuss and learn more about the word of God in a small group setting with the guidance of our pastor. See you there!

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Next Steps

on 12/7/2025 from 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM

"Join us at 'Next Steps,' our recurring gathering where we explore the future of our church's ministry and your role within it. Discover how you can make a meaningful impact by plugging into our diverse ministries."

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Monthly Food Distribution at Trinity House

on 12/22/2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Volunteers are needed to help unload food, divide bulk produce, and prepare it for distribution to the residents. This month, we will serve approximately 65 people, providing them with essential canned goods and fresh produce.Whether you can lift heavy objects or simply offer a friendly smile, your assistance is invaluable. This is a great opportunity to experience the joy of serving and make a tangible impact on the lives of those in need.

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Christmas Eve Service

on 12/24/2025 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

We begin our celebrations of God’s light entering the world. We will savor the story of the first Christmas as told in Luke, singing several favorite Christmas carols. We will conclude our worship with the singing of Silent Night as we light the candles and finish with a celebration that joy has come to the wold.

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The Next Two Weeks at Berwyn UMC:

Date: Time: Summary
Dec 03 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch and Learn with Pastor Kevin Learn More
Dec 07 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM Next Steps Learn More
Dec 22 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monthly Food Distribution at Trinity House Learn More
Dec 24 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Christmas Eve Service Learn More
Dec 02 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Food Pantry Distribution Hours: Learn More
Dec 02 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Troop 181 Meeting Learn More
Dec 03 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Steps to Freedom - Women's AA Meeting Learn More
Dec 07 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Every Topic Considered Small Group Learn More
Dec 07 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM Weekly Worship Learn More
Dec 09 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Food Pantry Distribution Hours: Learn More
Dec 09 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Leadership Team Meeting Learn More
Dec 09 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Troop 181 Meeting Learn More
Dec 10 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Steps to Freedom - Women's AA Meeting Learn More
Dec 14 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Every Topic Considered Small Group Learn More
Dec 14 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM Weekly Worship Learn More
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