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Sunday worship bulletin for October 5, 2025.
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The flowers in the chancel area are dedicated to the glory of God.
Chiming of the Hour
Glenn McElroy
Welcome, Announcements and Invocation
Rev. Thomas Long
Prelude
“Our Savior, Our Shepherd: A Meditation”
Glenn McElroy
Arr. Gayden Sikes
Responsive Call to Worship*
Psalm 37:1-9
Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away.
Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this:
He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun.
Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.
Refrain from anger and turn from wrath; do not fret—it leads only to evil.
For those who are evil will be destroyed, but those who hope in the Lord will inherit the land.
Choral Response*
“Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty”
№ 23
Hymn*
“We’ve a Story to Tell to the Nations”
№ 458
Affirmation of Faith*
The Apostles’ Creed
№ 691
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day He rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Pastoral Prayer; Lord’s Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
The Sacrament of Holy Communion
Rev. Thomas Long
Offertory Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
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Offertory
“The Table”
Chancel Choir
Arr. Dave Williamson
Doxology*
№ 682
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Words Thomas Ken; Music Louis Bourgeois
CCLI 1152573
Hymn*
“Be Still, My Soul”
№ 346
Scripture*
2 Timothy 1:1-14
Harriet Frempong
1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, in keeping with the promise of life that is in Christ Jesus,
2 To Timothy, my dear son:
Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
3 I thank God, whom I serve, as my ancestors did, with a clear conscience, as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. 4 Recalling your tears, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with joy. 5 I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also.
6 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. 7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 8 So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. 9 He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time, 10 but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. 11 And of this gospel I was appointed a herald and an apostle and a teacher. 12 That is why I am suffering as I am. Yet this is no cause for shame, because I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until that day.
13 What you heard from me, keep as the pattern of sound teaching, with faith and love in Christ Jesus. 14 Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.
Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Rev. Thomas Long
Hymn*
“My Hope is Built”
№ 102
Benediction
Rev. Thomas Long
Postlude
“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”
Glenn McElroy
Arr. Marvin Gaspard
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Please take a Visitor’s Card from the pew, complete it, and place it in the offering plate.
Thank you for worshiping with us!
This Week’s Schedule
Today, October 5:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
4:00 p.m. Youth Group
Monday, October 6:
2:00 p.m. HVAC Committee
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts Troop 62
7:00 p.m. Bible Study
Tuesday, October 7 :
10:00 a.m. Bible Study
12:30 p.m. Kitchen Manual Committee
Wednesday, October 8:
5:00 p.m. Prayer Group
6:00 p.m. Cub Scouts Pack 62
6:00 p.m. Family Fun Night
6:45 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:45 p.m. Chancel Choir/Cantata Choir
Sunday, October 12:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Women’s Day Worship Service
4:00 p.m. Youth Group
A huge thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and energy to help make our Fall Festival such a success! From setting up and decorating, donating canopies, running games, serving food, welcoming guests, and cleaning up afterward—this event would not have been possible without your dedication and joyful spirit. Because of you, our church family and community were able to enjoy a day filled with fun, fellowship, and the love of Christ in action. We are so grateful for each and every one of you!
Youth Group TODAY!
October 5th, 4 PM
Youth ages 10 and up are invited. We’ll meet every other Sunday in the Children’s Building. Bring your Books and invite a friend!
Family Fun Night THIS WEEK
Next FFN is Wednesday, October 8th, at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Invite a friend or neighbor and join us for supper and fun!
Not My Jesus Bible Study
Monday, October 6th at 7 PM
Tuesday, October 7th at 10 AM.
Trunk or Treat – Friday, October 31st
Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 31st! Setup will begin at 6:00 PM, and the event will run from 6:30–8:00 PM. Candy donations are welcome and may be dropped off in the church office. If you plan to decorate a trunk, please call the church office to sign up. Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy a safe and festive night together!
Save the Date! Soup and Salad Sunday
November 9th at 12:00 p.m.
Save the Date! OCC Shoebox Packing Party
Saturday, November 15th, at 12:00 p.m.
Charge Conference 2025
Sunday, November 23rd, at 3pm
Here, at Lithia Springs Methodist Church!
Prayer Requests
Please remember to lift up our brothers and sisters in Christ in your prayers throughout the week:
Betty Andrews • Mae Ora O’Shields • Sarah & Zach Varnell • Joetta Hayes • Betty McWhorter • Victims of violence throughout our land • Hank Seedorf • Koreen Lail • Diane Dempsey • Linda & Brandy Brackett • Jan Lemke-Springmier • Dave Lemke • Sandra Rodriguez • Rosamary & Danny Johnson • Kenneth Bowden • Mike Arther
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please send correspondence to
office@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
PastorThomas@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
Or call 770.948.5429
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