June 29 - 9 AM Connect Service
9 a.m. Connect Worship Service
June 29, 2025 - Third Sunday After Pentecost
Rev. Robert Galloway
Gathering and Welcome - Kevin Clark
1st Gathering Song: “Who You Say I Am” - FPC Praise Band
2nd Gathering Song: “Will You Come and Follow Me” - FPC Praise Band
Welcome - Rev. Robert Galloway
Call to Worship - Robert Galloway
Christ has set us free by his death and resurrection,
no longer bound by chains of fear or shame.
We are called to serve one another through love.
We are called to bear each other's burdens and share each other's joy.
Come, let us live as Spirit-led people,
and worship the God who makes all things new.
Call to Confession - Gretchen Letterman
Prayer of Confession - Gretchen Letterman
Eternal God, we confess that we have tried to hide from you when we have done wrong. We have lived for ourselves, and apart from you. We have turned from our neighbors and have refused to bear the burdens of others. We have ignored the pain of the world, and passed by the hungry, the poor, and the oppressed. In your great mercy, forgive our sins and free us from selfishness, so that we may choose your will and obey your commandments.
Assurance of Pardon - Gretchen Letterman
…Friends, believe the good news: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!
Passing the Peace - Gretchen Letterman
…The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
Response: “Doxology (Amen)” - 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 - Leonza Hudson
First Scripture Reading: Galatians 5:1, 13-25 - Leonza Hudson
Sermon Scripture: Luke 9:51-62 - Robert Galloway
…The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
Sermon - Robert Galloway
Affirmation of Faith: “We Believe” - FPC Praise Band
Invitation to Offering - Leonza Hudson
Offertory Song: “Goodness of God” - FPC Praise Band
Prayer of Dedication (unison) - Leonza Hudson
God of generous love, we offer these gifts in grateful response to your goodness. Through Christ, you have shown us the truth of discipleship - that in giving, we receive, in serving we find freedom. Use these offerings to build community and kindle hope. Shape us into people whose lives become offerings of love and service, following Jesus with persistent faithfulness. Guide our actions, thoughts, words, and deeds so they exhibit your mercy and love. We give glory and thanks to you. Amen.
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: “How Can I Keep from Singing” - FPC Praise Band
Benediction - Robert Galloway
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Announcements:
Today, June 29
A Stephen Minister is available at the close of this service
Monday, June 30
Lectio/Visio Divina, 9 a.m., via Zoom
Tuesday, July 1
Ladies’ Bible Study, 9 a.m., Youth Center
Wednesday, July 2
Praise Band Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Youth Center
Friday, July 4
Church Office Closed
Ice Cream Social, 7 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Sunday, July 6
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-203
Faith Journey class, 9:45 a.m., Chapel
“Next” Adult class, 10 a.m., Room N-123
Summer Choir sings at the 11 a.m. service; rehearsal in the Choir Room at 10:30 a.m. (anyone who would like to join is welcome!)
Upcoming Events:
July 27, Mission Sunday (stay tuned for details!)