Welcome! We hope this feels like a space you can take a deep breath in. You are loved, just as you are. Full stop. We breathe in. And out. God’s love is here. May we practice love so we can embody Jesus’ love in our daily lives, relationships & justice work.
A Quiet Room is available for anyone with sensory needs. Also, Herrmann Hall is available with live audio/video of worship for those who need a quieter, cooler, or more relaxed way to experience the service. Ask an usher at the back of the sanctuary to show you to either of these spaces.
(*) You are invited to rise in body or spirit
Altar: Rev. Judith Bither
Welcome | Community Life | Passing the Peace | Invitation to Centering | Rev. Karen
Prelude | Sharon Cooper
*Call to Worship | Rev. Karen Crooch
We come to the Table and see that Jesus is with us.
Wherever two or three are gathered, his presence abides.
What we see, as the disciples did, was Jesus serving others.
And he asks us to do the same.
Even, and perhaps especially in times of distress, Jesus invites us to move toward others, not away.
We are called to see those around us as Jesus sees them.
As neighbors, as neighbors.
Not “others.” Not “others.”
*Song | The Gift of Love (red book #408, vv. 1-3) Sharon Cooper
Vision of Faith
We are all God’s People! We are called by Christ to ministries of love, justice and reconciliation with our church, community and world!
Song | This Is My Commandment Sharon Cooper
Kids Connect | Rev. Karen
Special Music | Child of God Teresa Stewart, Jan Nelson, Sara Amend, Sam Kinney, JoAnn Eggink
Sacred Story | John 13:1-5, 34-35 Rev. Karen Crooch
The Living Word for the people of God.
Thanks be to God.
Message | Rev. Karen
Song | Jesu, Jesu (red book #432, vv. 1-3) Sharon Cooper
Reflection Time | Offering Our Gifts & Prayers
Prayer Song | There’s a Spirit of Love in This Place (green book #3148, vv. 1-2) Joyful Noise
Pastoral Prayer | Joys & Concerns | The Lord’s Prayer | Rev. Karen
*Doxology
*The Call | Rev. Karen
As we prepare to go from this place, we remember Jesus’ call, the mandate, the commandment that he gave to his disciples and also gives to us. Let us say it together:
Love one another. And we are to love one another the way that Jesus loves us. This is how all will know that we are disciples of Jesus: that we truly love one another.
*Song | The Greatest of These Joyful Noise
*Benediction | Rev. Karen
Postlude | Sharon Cooper
After worship, you’re invited to say hello and enjoy coffee, snacks and conversation in Herrmann Hall.
Adapted from www.worshipdesignstudio.com/neighbor and https://campaignforkindness.com/.
Community Notes
Children + Youth: During the summer months, children and youth are invited to stay in worship and participate in ways that feel good. There’s coloring and fidgets in the back of the room. You’re welcome to watch the service from a TV in Herrmann Hall if a child or teen needs more space to move around!
Connect: When and if you feel ready to explore more, we’d love to hear more of your story and help you find a place to make friends and grow in faith. Contact Rev. Karen!
Church Office: morningsideumc.org | 503-364-5013 | Monday–Thursday from 10:00–3:00 pm
Office Manager & Bookkeeper | Rachel office@morningsideumc.org
Pastor | Rev. Karen Hernandez revkaren@morningsideumc.org