Order of Worship for Sunday, March 1st 2026

Prelude

Welcome

Call to Worship

Leader: When we see only lack,
People: God sees abundance waiting to be revealed.

Leader: When we fear there is not enough,
People: Christ takes what we offer and multiplies grace.

Opening Hymn

This Is My Father’s World UMH 144

Prayer of Confession

Gracious and generous God, you open your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing, yet we live as though there is never enough. We confess that we cling to what we have. We calculate instead of trusting. We hoard instead of sharing. We see only the size of the crowd and forget the abundance of your grace.

Forgive us for the ways we live from fear rather than from faith. Forgive us for doubting that you can multiply what we place in your hands. Hear now the silent confessions of our hearts…

(Silence)

Take what we offer — even our brokenness — bless it, break it, and remake us as signs of your generous kingdom. Amen.

Words of Assurance

Leader: Hear the good news: the One who took five loaves and two fish still meets us with mercy. In Jesus Christ, our fear is forgiven, our hearts are renewed, and God’s grace is more than enough.
People: We receive God’s forgiveness with gratitude and trust. Thanks be to God. Amen.

Passing of the Peace

Sermon:

The Math of the Kingdom

Hymn of Response

Turn your eyes upon Jesus

Tithes and Offerings

Give Now

Offertory Response

Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH 95

Offertory Prayer

Generous God, you have taken what is small and made it enough. Bless what is given. Multiply what is shared. Use these gifts — and our very lives — to feed the hungry, strengthen the weary, and reveal your generous kingdom in this place and beyond. In Christ’s name, Amen.

Pastoral Prayer and Lord's Prayer

The Great Thanksgiving

Communion

Announcements

Closing Hymn

Good Good Father Vs. Good Good Father

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:

Monthly Food Distribution at Trinity House

on 10/26/2026 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.

Learn More

Next Steps

on 11/1/2026 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."