We have entered Lent, the season to slow down, reflect and realign our lives with the love of Christ.
This year, we follow Jesus not only to the cross, but through encounters that challenge, restore and transform.
In the wilderness, by a well, at a tomb, Jesus meets people with grace and truth. As we walk this path, we are invited to let go, to trust, and to be changed by love.
We hope you will join us.
If you want to know more about what to expect during Sunday’s worship service, you can download the bulletin or visit the This Sunday link at GPUMC page on our web site every week.
Our in-person worship service in the sanctuary and the livestream begins at 9:30 am Sunday.
You are always welcome at this church!
Order of Worship for Sunday, Feb. 22
Minister: Rev. David Eardley
Liturgist: Jean Porter
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| Chimes Hymn | “Amazing Grace” | UMH 378 |
| Welcome | Jean Porter | |
| Call to Worship | Psalm 32 (UMH 766) | |
| Organ Voluntary | “Grace Greater than Our Sin” (UMH 365), arr. Copes/Leatherman | Douglas Dykstra |
| Greeting & Lord’s Prayer | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Hymn | “Lord, Who Throughout These Forty Days” | UMH 269 |
| Scripture Reading | Genesis 2: 15-17; 3:1-7 (OT.p.2-3) | Jean Porter |
| Chancel Chat | Emily Bianchi | |
| Offertory Invitation | ||
| Offertory | “At His Name” By Joel Raney | Chancel Choir Directed by Giustino Carrano |
| Doxology | “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” (vs.4) Were the whole realm of nature mine, that were an offering far too small; love is so amazing, so divine, demands my soul, my life, my all. | UMH 298 |
| Prayer of Dedication | ||
| Hymn | “Because He Lives” | UMH 364 |
| Scripture Reading | Matthew 4:1-11 (NT.p.3) | Jean Porter |
| Message | “Cutting Corners” | Rev. David Eardley |
| Hymn | “It Is Well with My Soul” | UMH 377 |
| Ministry Opportunities | ||
| Benediction | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Piano Meditation | “Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley” (TFWS 2212), arr. C.E.Walz | Douglas Dykstra |