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Sunday worship bulletin for November 9, 2025.
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Chiming of the Hour
Glenn McElroy
Welcome, Announcements and Invocation
Rev. Thomas Long
Prelude
“Eternal Father, Strong to Save”
Glenn McElroy
Arr. Daniel Burton
Responsive Call to Worship*
Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21
I will exalt you, my God the King; I will praise your name for ever and ever.
Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever.
Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom.
One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts.
They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty—and I will meditate on your wonderful works.
The Lord is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does.
The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.
He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.
The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy.
My mouth will speak in praise of the Lord. Let every creature praise his holy name forever and ever.
Choral Response*
“Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty”
№ 23
Hymn*
“God of Our Fathers”
№ 59
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
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Hymn*
“Glory to His Name”
№ 551
Offertory Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
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Offertory
“Honor and Majesty”
Chancel Choir
Arr. Gary Lanier
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
Scripture*
Bart Arther
Haggai 2:1-9
On the twenty-first day of the seventh month, the word of the Lord came through the prophet Haggai: 2 “Speak to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, to Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, and to the remnant of the people. Ask them, 3 ‘Who of you is left who saw this house in its former glory? How does it look to you now? Does it not seem to you like nothing? 4 But now be strong, Zerubbabel,’ declares the Lord. ‘Be strong, Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people of the land,’ declares the Lord, ‘and work. For I am with you,’ declares the Lord Almighty. 5 ‘This is what I covenanted with you when you came out of Egypt. And my Spirit remains among you. Do not fear.’
6 “This is what the Lord Almighty says: ‘In a little while I will once more shake the heavens and the earth, the sea and the dry land. 7 I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,’ says the Lord Almighty. 8 ‘The silver is mine and the gold is mine,’ declares the Lord Almighty. 9 ‘The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘And in this place I will grant peace,’ declares the Lord Almighty.”
Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Rev. Thomas Long
Hymn*
“Patriotic Medley”
Arr. Amy Potter
Off we go into the wild blue yonder
Climbing high into the sun
Here they come zooming to meet our thunder
At ‘em boys, giver the gun
Down we dive, spouting our flame from under
Off with one terrible roar
We live in fame or go down in flame
Hey! Nothing’ll stop the U.S. Air Force!
Over hill, over dale, we will hit the dusty trail
And the caissons go rolling along.
In and out, hear them shout, countermarch and right about
and the caissons go rolling along.
Then it’s hi hi hee for the field artillery.
Shout out your number loud and strong.
For where e’er you go, you will always know
that the caissons go rolling along.
Anchors a-weigh, my boys, anchors aweigh.
Farewell to college joys we sail at break of day-ay-ay-ay,
Through our last night on shore, Hail to the foam.
Until we meet once more
Here’s wishing you a happy voyage home.
From the halls of Montezuma
To the shores of Tripoli
We will fight our country’s battles
In the air, on land and sea.
First to fight for right and freedom
And to keep our honor clean
We are proud to wear the title
of United States Marine!
Benediction
Rev. Thomas Long
Postlude
“O Worship the King”
Glenn McElroy
Arr. Marvin Gaspard
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This Week’s Schedule
Today, November 9:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
12:00 p.m. Soup and Salad Fundraiser
Monday, November 10:
12:30 p.m. Hospitality Committee
5:00 p.m. CE Mitchell Tutoring Services
7:00 p.m. Advent Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Scouts Troop 62
Tuesday, November 11:
10:00 a.m. Advent Bible Study
5:00 p.m. CE Mitchell Tutoring Services
7:00 p.m. Methodist Men’s Group
Wednesday, November 12:
4:00 p.m. Prayer Group
6:00 p.m. Cub Scouts Pack 62
6:45 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:45 p.m. Chancel Choir/Cantata Choir
Thursday, November 13:
12:00 p.m. Shoebox Packing Party Prep
5:00 p.m. CE Mitchell Tutoring Services
6:00 p.m. HFTB Planning Meeting
Saturday, November 15:
10:00 a.m. Women’s Group
2:00 p.m. Shoebox Packing Party
Sunday, November 16:
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
Women’s Group Soup and Salad Sunday is TODAY, November 9th at 12:00 p.m. $10 per person or $25 for a family of four!
Come out and support the designated missions of the Sara Bowden Unit’s Methodist Women’s Group immediately following worship.
Save the Date! OCC Shoebox Packing Party
Saturday, November 15th, at 2:00 p.m in the Fellowship Hall.
All are welcome and encouraged to participate. Join us for a fun and meaningful afternoon as we pack Christmas gifts for children around the world through Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child! Enjoy light refreshments and fellowship while helping share the love of Christ—one shoebox at a time.
Medicare Enrollment Class – Interest Sign-Up
Are you approaching Medicare enrollment or unsure how to choose the right plan? LSMC is considering hosting an informational class led by Monique Pinkney with 4M Tax Financial Services to help guide you through the process of selecting and enrolling in a Medicare plan. We’re currently gauging interest before scheduling the class. If you would like to attend or learn more, please call or email the church office to add your name to the interest list.
Douglas County Senior Services
Kinship Program
On Tuesday, December 16, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, Douglas County Senior Services will host a special evening for grandparents age 55 and older who are raising children. Enjoy a meal, an informative presentation, and a fun activity designed to support and encourage families in this important role. Childcare will be provided. Please call the church office to reserve your spot!
After-School Tutoring at LSMC
We are excited to share that Lithia Springs Methodist Church has partnered with the C.E. Mitchell Services Foundation to provide after-school tutoring right here in our Children’s Building! Tutoring is available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:00–8:00 PM, offering students extra support in Math and Language Arts. We are grateful for this new opportunity to serve families in our community and help students reach their full potential! Please call the church office for more information.
Youth Group NEXT SUNDAY!
November 16th, 4 PM
Youth ages 10 and up are invited. Meet in the Children’s Building. Bring your Books and invite a friend! This will be our last meeting for the year, but we will start back in January 2026!
Charge Conference 2025
Sunday, November 23rd, at 3pm
Here, at Lithia Springs Methodist Church!
Save the Date! Hanging of the Greens
Sunday, November 30th, at 11am
Save the Date! Christmas Cantata
Sunday, December 7th, at 11am
Save the Date! Movie Matinee
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Sunday, December 7th, at 2pm, Fellowship Hall
Save the Date! How Far to Bethlehem
Experience the wonder of Christmas at LSMC’s live drive-thru nativity, How Far to Bethlehem, on December 12, 13, and 14 from 7:00–9:00 PM. Journey through the story of Christ’s birth from the comfort of your car as living scenes bring the miracle of that holy night to life. This special ministry is free and open to all. We also invite you to be part of the story! Volunteers are needed to serve as actors, greeters, traffic guides, and dressing assistants. Help is also needed for scene setup and breakdown. If you’d like to participate in this meaningful outreach, please call or email the church office. Come celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with us—there’s a place for everyone in Bethlehem!
Save the Date! Christmas Party
Sunday, December 21st, at 12:00pm
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 • Rosamary & Danny Johnson • Kenneth Bowden • Mike & Pam Arther • Middle East Peace Agreement • Sherry Walker • Troyce & Marie Hendricks • Joetta Hayes Bill Camp
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PastorThomas@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
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