February 9 - 9 AM Connect Service

9 a.m. Connect Worship Service 

February 9, 2025 - Fifth Sunday After Epiphany 

Rev. Robert Galloway 

Gathering and Welcome - Kevin Clark 

1st Gathering Song: “Everlasting God” - FPC Praise Band

2nd Gathering Song: “Firm Foundation (He Won’t)” - FPC Praise Band  

Welcome - Rev. Robert Galloway 

Call to Worship - Robert Galloway

Come, all who are called by Christ.

We come to follow where He leads.

Jesus sends us to proclaim the good news.

The kingdom of heaven is near!

Rely on God's provision and walk in faith.

We trust in the One who sends us!

Call to Confession - Diedra Flora

Prayer of Confession (unison) - Diedra Flora

Loving God, you send us out, yet we hesitate to go. you provide for us, yet we live in fear of scarcity. You call us to proclaim your kingdom, yet we stay silent. Forgive us, O Lord. Strengthen our faith, renew our courage, and lead us in the way of discipleship, that we may serve you with joy and boldness. In Christ’s name, Amen. 

Assurance of Pardon - Diedra Flora                                                                                       

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

Passing the Peace - Diedra Flora                                                                                              

…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: “Jesus Paid It All” - FPC Praise Band

Invitation to Offering - Bill Wanless                                                        

…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:  

Holy and loving God, we offer these gifts with gratitude, knowing that all we have is from you. Bless these offerings, that they may support your work which brings hope to all. Make us mindful stewards of our money, time, energy, and lives. Teach us to give freely and joyfully, trusting that you provide for us in abundance.  Grant that we live in ways that further your justice, mercy, and peace in the world. In Christ’s name, we pray. Amen. 

Offertory Song: “Our God Saves” - FPC Praise Band  

Prayer for Illumination - Bill Wanless

Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 6:1-8 - Bill Wanless

New Testament Reading: Matthew 10:1-14 - Robert Galloway 

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

Sermon: “Sent with the Twelve” - Robert Galloway

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

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

Final Worship Song: “God So Loved” - FPC Praise Band 

Benediction - Robert Galloway                         

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Announcements:

Today, February 9

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

  • Arts Connection Gallery open until 12:30 p.m.

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

Monday, February 10

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

Tuesday, February 11

  • Ladies’ Bible Study, 9 a.m., Youth Center

  • Christian Meditation, 7 p.m., Chapel

Wednesday, February 12

  • “Share the Love” Wednesday Night Dinner, 5:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Please use the link in First News to RSVP.

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

Thursday, February 13

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

Friday, February 14

  • Men's Bible Study, 8 a.m., Room N-123

  • Memorial service for Alyce Bender, 11 a.m., Sanctuary

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

Sunday, February 16

  • 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., Room S-202

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

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

Upcoming Events:

  • Tuesday, February 18, 6-9 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., “Alcohol Ink” Workshops with local artist Patricia Chase. Please RSVP to bvivio@gmail.com.

  • Wednesday, February 19, 5:30 p.m., Beach Drive Forum with Dr. Ray Arsenault, Fellowship Hall

  • March 2, 10 a.m., Annual Congregational Meeting, Sanctuary

  • March 2, 4 p.m., “Bon Voyage” concert, Sanctuary

Amy McCutcheon