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Sunday worship bulletin for October 26, 2025.
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The rose adorning the altar is presented in honor of and in joyful celebration of the birth of Autumn Lynn Varnell.
Chiming of the Hour
John Gentry
Welcome, Announcements and Invocation
Rev. Thomas Long
Prelude
“For All the Saints”
John Gentry
Arr. Douglas Wagner
Responsive Call to Worship*
Psalm 84:1-7
How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord Almighty!
My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.
Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have her young — a place near your altar, O Lord Almighty, my King and my God.
Blessed are those who dwell in your house; they are ever praising you. Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.
As they pass through the Valley of Baka, they make it a place of springs; the autumn rains also cover it with pools.
They go from strength to strength, till each appears before God in Zion.
Choral Response*
“Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty”
№ 23
Hymn*
“The Church’s One Foundation”
№ 388
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.
Anthem
“And So We Sing”
Chancel Choir
Arr. Robert Sterling
Pastoral Prayer; Lord’s Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
Recognition of the saints
Rev. Thomas Long
Margaret A. Jackson 12/5/24
Eugenia Pierson 12/31/24
Larry Surber 3/30/25
Bob Wallace 4/6/25
Carol Brown 6/13/25
Barbara Marquez 7/9/25
Carolen Hansard 8/21/25
Children’s Time
Rev. Thomas Long
Offertory Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
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Offertory
“When We All Get to Heaven”
John Gentry
Arr. Harold DeCou
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*
“Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me”
№ 242
Scripture*
Rev. Thomas Long
Revelation 7:9-17
9 After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. 10 And they cried out in a loud voice:
“Salvation belongs to our God,
who sits on the throne,
and to the Lamb.”
11 All the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. They fell down on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, 12 saying:
“Amen!
Praise and glory
and wisdom and thanks and honor
and power and strength
be to our God for ever and ever.
Amen!”
13 Then one of the elders asked me, “These in white robes—who are they, and where did they come from?”
14 I answered, “Sir, you know.”
And he said, “These are they who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. 15 Therefore,
“they are before the throne of God
and serve him day and night in his temple;
and he who sits on the throne
will shelter them with his presence.
16 ‘Never again will they hunger;
never again will they thirst.
The sun will not beat down on them,’
nor any scorching heat.
17 For the Lamb at the center of the throne
will be their shepherd;
‘he will lead them to springs of living water.’
And God will wipe away every tear from
their eyes.’”
Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Rev. Thomas Long
Hymn*
“Amazing Grace”
№ 572
Benediction
Rev. Thomas Long
Postlude
“O God, Our Help in Ages Past”
John Gentry
Arr. Gordon Young
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Thank you for worshiping with us!
This Week’s Schedule
Today, October 26:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. All Saints Worship Service
Monday, October 27:
5:00 p.m. CE Mitchell Tutoring Services
6:00 p.m. SPR
7:00 p.m. Advent Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Scouts Troop 62
Tuesday, October 28:
10:00 a.m. Advent Bible Study
5:00 p.m. CE Mitchell Tutoring Services
7:00 p.m. Finance
Wednesday, October 29:
5:00 p.m. Prayer Group
4:00 p.m. O.C.C. Shoebox Meeting
6:00 p.m. Cub Scouts Pack 62
6:45 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:45 p.m. Chancel Choir/Cantata Choir
Thursday, October 30:
5:00 p.m. CE Mitchell Tutoring Services
Friday, October 31:
6:30 p.m. Trunk or Treat
Sunday, November 2:
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
Thank You!
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Methodist Men’s Group and to Cynthia Camp for all their hard work and support during our Family Fun Night gatherings. It’s been a wonderful season filled with laughter and fellowship as families, friends, and Cub Scouts came together to play, share, and grow in community. Your time, effort, and enthusiasm helped make each evening special and meaningful. Thank you for helping create lasting memories and for showing what it means to serve with love and joy!
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.
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 2nd, 4 PM
Youth ages 10 and up are invited. Meet in the Children’s Building. Bring your Books and invite a friend!
Remaining dates for 2025 are: Nov. 16.
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!
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 Night
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Sunday, December 7th, at 2pm, Fellowship
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 • Joetta Hayes Koreen Lail • Sandra Rodríguez • Rosamary & Danny Johnson • Kenneth Bowden • Mike & Pam Arther • Middle East Peace Agreement • Mary Ann Davis & Family • Sherry Walker • Glenda Cowan
To contact the church office,
please send correspondence to
office@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
PastorThomas@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
or call 770.948.5429
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