First Congregational Church of Montague Montague , MA
Meditation… “I am the light of the world: whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” John 8:12
Prelude
Announcements
Invitation to Worship
Call to Worship
L: It is easy to stand here in the valley of our comfort.
P: We know what to expect and what is expected of us.
L: But Christ calls us to the mountaintop to receive a new vision.
P: We are not sure we are ready for that.
L: Place your hope and trust in Christ, for He is your guide.
P: Let us open our hearts to Christ; ready for the vision he places before us. AMEN.
Prayer of Invocation
The darkness of winter has been our companion, Lord. Now the days are lengthening. Bring your light to us, that we might see your glory and may work for you, offering hope and peace to this world. We ask this, in Jesus’ Name. AMEN.
Hymn: #35R When Morning Gilds the Skies
Children’s Church
Prayer of Confession
Hidden God of clouds, we confess that we would trust you more if you would speak to us in words that we could clearly understand and with messages that please us. The mystery confuses, and driven to silence we fear how uninformed we may appear to others when we simply cannot speak. Amen.
Words of Assurance
The good news is that God forgives us and gives us Christ to light our way in the world. Thanks be to God. Amen.
Gloria Patri
Choral Anthem
Unison
Scripture Lessons
Hebrew Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35
Epistle: 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2
Gospel: Luke 9:28-36
Sermon: Reflections
Hymn: The Lord is My Light (Taizé)
The Lord is my light, my light and salvation, in God I trust, in God I trust
Prayers
Joys and Concerns
L: Let us join in prayer. The Lord be with you.
P: And with your spirit
Pastoral Prayer
Silent Prayer
Lord’s Prayer: 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. Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory forever Amen.
Prayer Response
Offering
Invitation to Giving
Offertory Anthem
Doxology #514
Prayer of Dedication of Gifts and Self
We are grateful for the opportunity to give of our means so that others may have their lives bettered. We are grateful for humility that keeps us silent when we give. Amen.
Affirmation of Faith: We Covenant with the Lord and one with another; and do bind ourselves in the presence of God, to walk together in all the ways which are revealed unto us in the Blessed word of truth. (Salem Covenant)
Hymn: #391RBe Thou My Vision
Benediction
Benediction Response
Postlude
February Lenten Exhibit: The Psalms by Rev. Andrea Ayvazian and Ellen Algarten (With us from Feb 10th-April 5th)
Lenten Meditation: Wed ; Thurs
Open space for developing your Lenten Spiritual Practice with guidance and sharing as desired. See our calendar at montaguechurch.org or email Pastor Barb for details
February 21 PIZZA and ICE CREAM!, 5pm Bean Auction
February 28 Taizé service of prayer and song (come at if you want to learn the songs)
Prayer Garden
Scott Cromack, Kevin Clark, Leslie Brown, Dean Brooks, George and Mike Wells, Kay Martin, Cheryl Lussier, Joshua Barber, John Hurd, Cheryl Hebert, Roy Housman, Larry and Cy Emond, David Martin, Francie Garanin, “A beautiful young woman,” Ida Westover, Robert Kilburn, Terry Desautels, Rau/Zaniewski families, Jean O’Hara, Karen and Joe O’Hare
Community Meals SIGN-UPS NEEDED
First Monday of every month at at a new location, the First Congregational Church of Turners Falls. It is across the street from Our Lady of Peace. Please contact Dianne Dolan at 978-544-8430 or ddolan@mass.rr.com if you are willing to help. Please volunteer.
Deacon of the month for February is Brenda O’Gara
**Please fill out the pew card or let a deacon or Pastor Barb know if you would like a visit or have a prayer concern. **
First Congregational
Trinitarian
Pastor Barbara E. Turner Delisle
Music Director Ann Cenzano
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