Grace United Methodist ChurchBritton-Ridgeway-Cone, October 26, 2025, 11AM

Grace United Methodist Church Britton-Ridgeway-Cone, October 26, 2025, 11AM 20th Sunday after Pentecost “The Church is a Safe Haven” Scriptures: John 17:20–23; Philippians 3:20; Romans 12:2; Ephesians 4:1–6; 2 Corinthians 5:18–20; James 3:17–18 PRELUDE – MUSIC: CAROLINE AMBROSE "Entrance of the Light of Christ" Worship Leader: Terri Butler Tech Team: Cheryl, Steve and Michael Pixley *indicates congregational standing. Gathering Hymn: People of Grace Welcome to all who are here to Worship the Lord Pastor: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you, Amen. Acknowledge the "Passing of the Peace of Christ.” ANNOUNCEMENTS: A TIME OF SHARING (Please let us bring the microphone to you) WORSHIP SERVICES BEGIN CALL TO WORSHIP: Terri Leader: Come, people of God — leave behind the arguments and noise of the world. People: We come seeking peace that passes understanding. Leader: Come, citizens of heaven — your true allegiance is to the Kingdom of God. People: We come to worship the Lord of Lords and King of Kings. Leader: Come, one body with many members, reconciled through the cross. People: We come to be one, as Christ and the Father are one. All: Let us worship in spirit and in truth, for in Christ there is no division. Amen. *INVITATIONAL HYMN: UMH 529 “How Firm a Foundation” Grace UMC Mission Statement: "Together as Grace United Methodist Church, we glorify God, grow people of faith, and go forth to serve." Amen. Time of Prayer: Joys and Concerns (Please let us bring the microphone to you) Silent Prayer-Intentional Prayers Pastoral Prayer-Lord's Prayer FIRST READINGS: TERRI John 17:20–23; Philippians 3:20; Romans 12:2; NRSVUE Pgs. The Word of God, for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Amen. Congregational Response: UMH 881 “Apostles Creed” Ministry Moment: Pastor Willie HYMN: TFWS 2270 “He Has Made Me Glad” *OFFERING OUR GIFTS: UMH 95 "Doxology" Grace Prayer of Dedication: On Screen Second Readings: Terri Ephesians 4:1–6; 2 Corinthians 5:18–20; James 3:17–18 NRSVUE Pgs. The Word of God, for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Amen. Message: Pastor Willie “The Church is a Safe Haven” BENEDICTION / GOING FORTH WITH THE LIGHT OF CHRIST: *PARTING HYMN: TFWS 2282 “I’ll Fly Away”