Sunday Worship

August 9, 2026

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Order of Worship

We Gather to Worship in the Name of God

Prelude and the Light of Christ Enters

Welcome – Pastor Roger Jasper

Call to Worship – Karen New

Opening Prayer and Passing of the Peace

We Hear the Word of God

Song of Worship – “Oceans”

Psalm Reading – Psalm 85:8–13 (NIV)

Songs of Worship – “You Are Good”

Prayers of the People – Pastor Roger Jasper

Song of Worship – “Love Divine, All Love’s Excelling,” #208

Worship and Wonder (Children Exit) – Karen Birdwhistell

Gospel Reading – Matthew 14:22–33 (NIV) – Karen New

Sermon – “Courage in the Deep” – Pastor Roger Jasper

We Respond to the Word of God

Invitation to Discipleship – “How Firm a Foundation,” #338

Offertory Prayer

Collection of the Offering

Celebration of Communion

We Are Sent to Serve in the Name of God

Benediction – Karen New

Fellowship Song – “Bless be the Tie that Binds”

The Light of Christ Leads Us Out in Love