October 12 - 9 AM Connect Service

9 a.m. Connect Worship Service 

October 12, 2025 – Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost 

Rev. Robert Galloway

Gathering and Welcome - Kevin Clark

1st Gathering Song: “Come, Now Is the Time to Worship” - FPC Praise Band 

2nd Gathering Song: “Blessed Be Your Name” - FPC Praise Band 

Welcome - Rev. Robert Galloway 

Call to Worship - Robert Galloway 

Come, people of God, with hearts open to the Spirit. 

We come, ready to be shaped by God’s mercy and love. 

In giving, we discover grace; in grace, we discover joy. 

For God’s abundance is never exhausted. 

Let us bring our praise, our prayers, our lives before the Lord. 

Together, we worship the One who gives without measure. 

Call to Confession - Lynne Mormino

Prayer of Confession (unison) - Lynne Mormino

God of overflowing mercy, you have poured out blessings beyond measure, but we confess that gratitude does not always shape our days. We judge worth by what we possess, and generosity by what we can spare. You call us to seek your kingdom, but we hold on to comfort and control. Loosen our grip, O Lord, and teach us the freedom of those who trust in you.

Assurance of Pardon - Lynne Mormino

…Friends, believe the Good News: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!

Passing the Peace - Lynne Mormino

…The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.

Response: “Soon and Very Soon” - FPC Praise Band  

Friendship Pad Announcement - Robert Galloway

Time for Young Disciples - Robert Galloway 

Worship Song: “Let My Words Be Few” - FPC Praise Band 

Prayer for Illumination - Bill Wanless

First Scripture Reading: Micah 6:6-8 - Bill Wanless

Sermon Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7, 13-15 - Robert Galloway 

…The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. 

Sermon: "Growing Together in Giving: Spirituality of Giving” - Robert Galloway

*Affirmation of Faith: Adapted from the Brief Statement of Faith (unison) - Bill Wanless

In life and in death we belong to God. Through the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, we trust in the one triune God, the Holy One of Israel, whom alone we worship and serve. We trust in Jesus Christ, fully human, fully God, who proclaimed God’s reign of justice and peace, calling all to repent and believe the gospel. In life and in death, he gave himself freely for our salvation. We trust in God, whom Jesus called Abba, Father. In sovereign love, God created the world good and made everyone equal in God’s image, to live as one community. We trust in God, the Holy Spirit, who gives us courage to work with others for justice, freedom, and peace. In gratitude to God, empowered by the Spirit, we strive to serve Christ in our daily tasks and to live holy and joyful lives, even as we watch for God’s new heaven and new earth, praying, “Come, Lord Jesus!” With believers in every time and place, we rejoice that nothing in life or in death can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. 

Moment of Stewardship - Greg Helck 

Invitation to Offering - Bill Wanless                 

…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:       

God of abundant grace, you have entrusted us with blessings too many to count. We return a portion of them now, grateful for your faithfulness and mindful of your call. Let these gifts become bread for the hungry, shelter for the weary, and good news for the poor. And let our lives, shaped by your generosity, be instruments of your love and justice, so that through all we offer, your name may be praised and your reign made visible among us. Amen.

Offertory Song: “Spirit, Open My Heart” - FPC Praise Band 

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer - Robert Galloway

Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done. On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation. But deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.    

Announcements (for complete list, please see below) - Robert Galloway 

Final Worship Song: “Firm Foundation (He Won’t)” - FPC Praise Band 

Benediction - Robert Galloway                         

Praise Band tag 

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Announcements:

Today, October 12

  • A Stephen Minister is available at the close of this service

  • Men’s Meatloaf Ministry, 1:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall

Monday, October 13

  • Lectio/Visio Divina, 10 a.m., via Zoom

Tuesday, October 14

  • Ladies’ Bible Study (David: Seeking a Heart Like His), 9 a.m., Youth Center

  • Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., Chapel

Wednesday, October 15

  • Praise Band Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Youth Center

  • Beach Drive Forum: Cancer: Where Are We in our Quest to Defeat the Disease? by Dr. Monique Sajjad, DO, 5:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall

Thursday, October 16

  • Chancel Choir rehearsal, 7 p.m., Choir Room

Friday, October 17

  • Men’s Bible Study (in the book of Acts), 8 a.m., Room N-123

  • Men's Lunch Bible Study, 12 p.m., via Zoom 

Sunday, October 19

  • Congregational Meeting following each worship service

  • Childcare available 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pickups, Room S-203

  • Connect Service, 9 a.m., Youth Center

  • Power Hour class, 10 a.m., Church Office Conference Room

  • Children’s Sunday School, (Pre-K-5th), 10 a.m., S-100

  • Faith Journey class, 9:45 a.m., Chapel

  • “Next” Adult class, 10 a.m., Room N-123

Upcoming Events:

  • Monday, October 20, 6:30 p.m., “Medicare Basics” presentation, Youth Center

  • Wednesday, October 22, 6:00 p.m., “Frightfully Fun” Fellowship Cookout Dinner: burgers and hot dogs and a pumpkin decorating contest!

  • Sunday, October 26, Trunk or Treat...fun for the whole family! 3-5 p.m. in the back parking lot. We will be collecting wrapped candy every Sunday until then!

  • Monday, October 27, Stated Session Meeting, 7 p.m.

  • Sunday, November 2, New Member Inquirers’ Class (Part 1), 10 a.m., Church Office

  • Monday, November 3, Faith & Fiction, 4 p.m., Room N-123

Amy McCutcheon