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March 8, 2026 - 11:00 a.m., 3rd Sunday of Lent

Scripture:   Psalm 71:1-7, Matthew 5:13-16

Message: “A Sermons Series on the Lord’s Prayer” - Catherine Colardo, lay minister

            Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is heaven.

Prelude:  Like a River Glorious  -  arr. Lanny Lanford

The Wye Valley Tune by James Mountain      Handbells

Chiming of the Hour

Introit: O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing - UMH 57 (1,4)

Opening Hymn: O How I Love Jesus - UMH 170

Prayer of the Day

Gloria Patri

Handbell Anthem:  Via Dolorosa   -  Dale Wood/trans. D. Wagner

Anthem: The Lone, Wild Bird -  Prospect, A Southern Folktune, arr. David N. Johnson

        Mary Gardner, solo  Cheryl Stephenson, flute 

Hymn: Here I Am, Lord  -  UMH 593  

Affirmation of Faith

Ministry Moment - Rick Cannon 

Choral Prayer: Lord, Speak to Me - UMH 463 (3)

Offering & Doxology: Lenten Doxology, Tune: Finandia

Hymn: Gather Us In - TFWS 2236

Blessing

Choral Benediction: Lenten Benediction - music: William Billings, 1770

Text: G. W. Dub Shepherd, 2006

Chiming of the Trinity

Postlude:  Voluntary in D-minor -  John Stanley

Noon Lenten Services 

During the season of Lent, we will have services in the Chapel on Wednesdays (12:00-12:30) followed by lunch (12:30) in the TCLC. We look forward to your joining us in these coming weeks,

Holy Week and Easter Schedule

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt & Dance Party, 5-8, March 28, TCLC

Palm Sunday, Racial Equality Summit, 4pm, TCLC, all ages

Palm Sunday, children’s palm waving, 9 & 11 Service

Holy (Maundy) Thursday, April 2, 6:30 pm - St. James UMC

Good Friday, April 3, 6:30 pm - The Seven Last Words of Christ 

Music: The Seven Last Words of Christ - T. DuBois

Easter Sunrise, April 5, 6:30 am - Front Lawn

Easter Worship, April 5 - 9:00 and 11:00 service

Easter Lily Order Form

Easter Lilies will decorate the Chancel on Easter Sunday. Lilies may be purchased in honor or remembrance of your loved ones for $15 each. Orders can be completed by turning in the form found on the information table in the sanctuary. Pay by dropping  off your check at the office or online on the web-site or use the QR code provided in the bulletin. Select ‘Memorial’ fund when submitting. The order deadline is Sunday, March 29.

Did You Know?

There are several calendars in our daily lives. The Christian Church has one as well. We are beginning the Easter Cycle, with Lent, Easter and Pentecost. The colors of the altar cloth, the lectern and pulpit, and stoles worn by clergy and choir are significant to the seasons. 

During Lent purple is used to show penitence and royalty. White and gold are used throughout the Easter season. Red is the color of fire, symbolizing the Holy Spirit. Red is used on Pentecost and other times when we emphasize the work of the Holy Spirit. Red is also the color of blood, the blood of Christ along with other martyrs. Green is the color of growth and is used after the Day of Pentecost. As we make our journey through Lent, we are challenged to humbleness. What are you adding to your routines for personal penitence reflections and lessons?

Manna Bag Ministry: Each day an average of 25 Manna Bags are given to those in need from our front door. Feel free to bring items to the church office or send them directly from your preferred delivery service/retail. We thank you for your generosity.

TOP 10 LIST of items needed:

(Protein foods and water are in high need currently. All items are appreciated!)

* Bottles of water * Easy open cans of Beanie Weenies

* Protein bars * Lance crackers

* Beef sticks * Pop Tarts

* Nutri Grain bars * Fruit cups

* Vienna Sausage * Rice Krispie treats

Rev. W. Donald Warren, Pastor, Catherine Colardo, Children's Minister, Cheryl Stephenson, Director of Music Ministries; Mary Gardner, Praise & Worship Music Coordinator & Bill Wood, Organist

Note: All music used is church owned music and hymnals. Jarvis CCLI License # 1408863.