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Thomas Smith
Sermons preached by myself, Thomas Smith, a preacher in the West Norfolk Methodist Circuit, often called Smudge.
Hilgay Methodist Church Morning Service
Sunday 13th June 2021
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
All Hymns in most hymnals and on spotify
Prayers used below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 20
Hymn: Love Divine All Loves Excelling
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13
2nd Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:6-17
Hymn: Take my life and let it be, consecrated Lord to thee
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: And can it be that I should gain?
The Grace
Prayers:
Prayer of Adoration
Lord enthroned in the heavens, we declare our praises unto You as the Great and Glorious One who reigns upon high over us all. We praise You as the eternal one, who is unchanging in every age and beyond the ages. We praise You as the Son who taught us and died for us, living the life of man, showing us all the glories of how to live. We praise You as the Holy Spirit alive in our hearts, the constant presence of God with us, for You are the God of us personally, as well as the God in the glory of heaven. Praise be unto You, our glorious God, Father Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God we give our thanks for all that You have given us. We thank You for the glories of the summer, the bright colours and light, the promise of harvest’s bounty, and the joy of feeling the sun warm us. We thank You for the gifts You give us as Our Saviour, the forgiveness of sins, the guidance to make our lives better, and the help to endure all the things this imperfect world can throw at us. We give thanks for the hope we have to come, of eternal life in heaven with our God and all the saints who have gone before us, our dear friends and the millions of Christians of the past. Thanks be unto You, Our most generous God, Amen.
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Lord, we come before You to make our confession of our sins. Lord, we have strayed from the paths of Righteousness into the ways of wickedness. We have not done as we ought, instead rushing headlong into the ways of sin and wrongdoing. We have acted against Your Laws, and failed to do those things that would have helped others. We have been slow to praise You, and swift to complain when the ways of this world turn against us. Lord God, we ask You to Forgive our sins. We know, that when we are truly sorry for our sins, you say to us, “Our sins are forgiven”. We say Lord, God, thank you for forgiving us, and we ask You to aid us in these coming days to do better than we have before. Thanks be to You Our God, Amen.
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 Trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil
For Thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We pray for the continued roll out of the Vaccine, for all those who are working to help the afflicted and for the end of these time of restrictions, fear and struggle.
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War and Disaster, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease, especially those persecuted.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
Downham Market Methodist Church Morning Service
Sunday 6th June 2021
10th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Hymns used are in most hymnals, and on spotify
Prayers used below the order of service
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 138
Hymn: Great is Thy Faithfulness
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1
2nd Reading: Mark 3:20-35
Hymn: The Church’s One Foundation
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Amazing Grace – How Sweet the Sound
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Lord enthroned in the heavens, we declare our praises unto You as the Great and Glorious One who reigns upon high over us all. We praise You as the eternal one, who is unchanging in every age and beyond the ages. We praise You as the Son who taught us and died for us, living the life of man, showing us all the glories of how to live. We praise You as the Holy Spirit alive in our hearts, the constant presence of God with us, for You are the God of us personally, as well as the God in the glory of heaven. Praise be unto You, our glorious God, Father Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God we give our thanks for all that You have given us. We thank You for the glories of the summer, the bright colours and light, the promise of harvest’s bounty, and the joy of feeling the sun warm us. We thank You for the gifts You give us as Our Saviour, the forgiveness of sins, the guidance to make our lives better, and the help to endure all the things this imperfect world can throw at us. We give thanks for the hope we have to come, of eternal life in heaven with our God and all the saints who have gone before us, our dear friends and the millions of Christians of the past. Thanks be unto You, Our most generous God, Amen.
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Lord, we come before You to make our confession of our sins. Lord, we have strayed from the paths of Righteousness into the ways of wickedness. We have not done as we ought, instead rushing headlong into the ways of sin and wrongdoing. We have acted against Your Laws, and failed to do those things that would have helped others. We have been slow to praise You, and swift to complain when the ways of this world turn against us. Lord God, we ask You to Forgive our sins. We know, that when we are truly sorry for our sins, you say to us, “Our sins are forgiven”. We say Lord, God, thank you for forgiving us, and we ask You to aid us in these coming days to do better than we have before. Thanks be to You Our God, Amen.
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 Trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil
For Thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We pray for the continued roll out of the Vaccine, for all those who are working to help the afflicted and for the end of these time of restrictions, fear and struggle.
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War and Disaster, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease, especially those persecuted, including in France.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
This week is something different, along with an announcement about the podcast's future.
Bible Index
Hymns
Prayers: This week, just speak to the Lord about How you feel, and what you're worried about.
Every Blessing
Smudge
Service for Sunday 9th May 2021
6th Sunday of Easter
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify (see hyperlinks for words to the hymn where only the tune is available thus)
Call to worship Psalm 67:4
Hymn: Praise, my soul, the King of heaven
Prayer of adoration
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: – Sing we the King who is coming to reign
1st Reading: 1 Samuel 12:6-25
2nd Reading: Romans 13:1-8
3rd Reading: Matthew 5:44-7
Hymn: The Lord is King! Lift up thy voice
Sermon
Hymn: Jesus shall reign where’er the sun
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Onward Christian soldiers
The Grace
Prayers for use with the recording to provide a full service:
Prayer of Adoration
Holy Father we come before You this day in worship. We adore You as our God, our King, Father and Lord. We praise You the Son, the Shepherd, the Vine, the Saviour. We praise You the Holy Spirit, the gift of Pentecost. We adore You enthroned on high in heaven, risen from the tomb and alive in our hearts. For You are our Great Lord, who reigns the same today, tomorrow and forever. We know that You have always been with us, at our side and giving us the strength we need in our lives. So we declare our adoration this day to You, O Lord our God. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Gracious and forgiving God, we bring before You our burden of sins. We confess all our wrongdoing, all the times we have done what we ought not, and all the times we have left undone what we should have done. We confess that we have not always lived in Righteousness and truth. We confess all these things and lay down the burden of our sins. In the time of silence we call into mind those sins which especially burden us (pause). We repent of them, for Lord we are sorry we have not done what we ought to have done. We know that when we repent of our sins, our sins are forgiven. And so we give thanks that we have been cleansed of our sins. We pray to ask You to strengthen us against sin, as we go forth in our cleanliness. Amen.
The 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 trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
the power, and the glory,
for ever and ever.
Amen.
Prayer of Intercession
Lord our God, we pray for all the people who are in need in this world. We ask that all those who have want of the things of this world feel their want relieved. We pray for all those who grieve and all who are struggling in these times, Lord, bring them comfort in their grief and trials. We pray for all those who are struggling to taste the bread of heaven, Lord, help us bring them the spiritual sustenance they crave, whether they realise it or not. We ask Lord God that You guide those in government and positions of authority to do that which is right, and we ask especially your blessing upon all those who stood this week, both those who must now take up a task, and those who shall not yet do so. We pray Your Blessings upon our Royal Family as they grieve the loss of Prince Philip and continue in their duties. We pray for the end of the pandemic, and help for all affected, especially remembering those places which suffer especially at the moment, Lord may their sufferings ease and may help and vaccines come unto all the world. We pray for all those who are hoping for good news, or improved prospects, may they receive comforts and joy. All these we ask trusting in Your promise of sustenance, now and forever. Thanks be to You Our Lord for all Your help. Amen
The Grace
May The Grace Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Sermon preached at Southery Methodist Church Sunday 2nd May 2021
5th Sunday of Easter
Some hymns on spotify, follow the links for others
Prayers used below the order of service
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 22:28-31
Hymn: Where shall my wondering soul begin?
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Christ our King before creation
1st Reading: Acts 8:26-40
2nd Reading: 1 John 4:7-21
Sermon
Hymn: Let him to whom we now belong (Link to text, tune on spotify)
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Thou God of Truth and Love
The Grace
Prayers
Prayer of Adoration
Gracious God, as we come together this day to pray to You as our God, we praise You with all our hearts and minds. We praise You as the Lord enthroned on High, and the Holy Spirit alive in us. We praise You as the Christ who died for us, and rose again to triumph over death. We praise You as the Lord God, the blessed three in one. We praise You and revel as we think of the Glory and magnificence of You. Praise be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God our Father we give our thanks to You for all the wonderful things You have given unto us. We give thanks for all the things we get from You every day, from the breath which comes to our lungs to the food and drink which sustain us. We thank You for all the things we have been brought safely through, and all the strength given to us in these difficult times. We thank You for all You have given unto us and all to come, Thanks be to You Our God, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Lord our God, we bring before You the sins we have committed. We confess all the things we have done wrong in thought, word and deed. We confess that we have done wrong by the things we have not done. We confess our sins, and ask Lord God that You Forgive Us. We ask for this forgiveness, trusting solely in Your love for our forgiveness, and we thank You Lord God that we are washed clean of our sins. Thanks be to You Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
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 Trespasses
As We Forgive Those
Who Trespass Against Us
And Lead Us Not Into Temptation
But Deliver Us From Evil
For Thine Is The Kingdom
The Power And The Glory
Forever And Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Risen Lord Hear us” the response is, “Risen Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort, and the relief of the many strains upon their nerves. We pray too for all those who are in peril and far from being vaccinated, Lord speak to them that they may keep themselves as safe as possible.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for all those who work in healthcare and social care to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatments, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic, however they may have been taken from us by.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for our own Churches and Circuits, tending the flame of the Spirit amongst us in different ways in these times. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but certainty in their faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can, to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for all who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray for our Queen and Royal Family in their time of Grief, asking that You give them the same spiritual comforts given unto us all.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, our neighbours, varied in their needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You…(here name any you have an especial prayer for)
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Sermon Preached for the Downham Market Evening Zoom Service 25th April 2021
4th Sunday of Easter
All Hymns in Most Hymnals and On Spotify (the full set in order may be found at the end of the playlist)
Prayers used for the service may be found below the order of service for those wanting a full act of worship with this podcast
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 81:13-16
Hymn: Lord enthroned in heavenly splendour
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
1st Reading: Exodus 16:4-15
2nd Reading: Revelation 2:12-17
3rd Reading: John 6:30-40
Sermon
Hymn: Break Thou the bread of Life
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Guide me O thou great Jehovah
The Grace
Prayers Used In the Service
Prayer of Adoration
Gracious God, as we come together this evening to pray to You as our God, we praise You with all our hearts and minds. We praise You as the Lord enthroned on High, and the Holy Spirit alive in us. We praise You as the Christ who died for us, and rose again to triumph over death. We praise You as the Lord God, the blessed three in one. We praise You and revel as we think of the Glory and magnificence of You. Praise be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God our Father we give our thanks to You for all the wonderful things You have given unto us. We give thanks for all the things we get from You every day, from the breath which comes to our lungs to the food and drink which sustain us. We thank You for all the things we have been brought safely through, and all the strength given to us in these difficult times. We thank You for all You have given unto us and all to come, Thanks be to You Our God, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Lord our God, we bring before You the sins we have committed. We confess all the things we have done wrong in thought, word and deed. We confess that we have done wrong by the things we have not done. We confess our sins, and ask Lord God that You Forgive Us. We ask for this forgiveness, trusting solely in Your love for our forgiveness, and we thank You Lord God that we are washed clean of our sins. Thanks be to You Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
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 Trespasses
As We Forgive Those
Who Trespass Against Us
And Lead Us Not Into Temptation
But Deliver Us From Evil
For Thine Is The Kingdom
The Power And The Glory
Forever And Ever
Amen
Prayer of Intercession
Lord our God, we pray for all the people who are in need in this world. We ask that all those who have want of the things of this world feel their want relieved. We pray for all those who grieve and all who are struggling in these times, Lord, bring them comfort in their grief and trials. We pray for all those who are struggling to taste the bread of heaven, Lord, help us bring them the spiritual sustenance they crave, whether they realise it or not. We ask Lord God that You guide those in government and positions of authority to do that which is right, and we pray Your Blessings upon our Royal Family as they grieve the loss of Prince Philip and continue in their duties. We pray for the end of the pandemic, and help for all affected, especially remembering those places such Brazil and India which suffer especially at the moment, Lord may their sufferings ease and may help and vaccines come unto all the world. We pray for all those who are hoping for good news, or improved prospects, may they receive comforts and joy. All these we ask trusting in Your promise of sustenance, now and forever. Thanks be to You Our Lord for all Your help. Amen
The Grace
May The Grace Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen.
Sermon preached at Highgate Methodist Church 18th April 2021
Hymns in Most Hymnals, and may be found in the spotify playlist
3rd Sunday of Easter
Prayers used below the Order of Service for those wishing to share in the whole service
Hymns as we prepare for worship:
At the Name of Jesus
Jesus the name High Over All
Call to Worship: Psalm 4
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Solo: O Love that wilt not let me go
1st Reading: Acts 3: 12-19
2nd Reading: Luke 24: 36b-48
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
The Grace
Hymns for closing:
Christ Triumphant, Ever Reigning
Thine be the Glory
Prayers used for the service:
Prayer of Adoration
Risen Lord, we declare our praises this most Glorious Day unto You, praising You our God, who rose again to triumph over death. We praise You as the One Who put all the world into motion and is not bound by anything of this world. We praise You as the Blessed Trinity, all of which was needed to make the world form into its being, and Aid us all so very much. We praise You, mindful of Your Greatness and Majesty, that is beyond our comprehension. This Day we especially praise You as the Son, Triumphant, ever reigning, raised up from the Grave, for You are Greater than anything of this world. Thus we praise You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God, we give thanks for all Your Loving gifts to us, from the gifts of the morning, springtime and friendship that put smiles on our faces, to the most glorious gift of the resurrection which You brought to pass for us, that we might have the hope and example of the life eternal, knowing that death is not the end. We Give thanks for all Your gifts to us, for those we can easily call to mind and those we take for granted so much that we forget they too are Your gifts. So we pray, and say, Lord God, Thank You. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You lift us up once more and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set right once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from Evil
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Risen Lord Hear us” the response is, “Risen Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort, and the relief of the many strains upon their nerves. We pray too for all those who are in peril and far from being vaccinated, Lord speak to them that they may keep themselves as safe as possible.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for all those who work in healthcare and social care to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatments, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic, however they may have been taken from us by.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for our own Churches and Circuits, tending the flame of the Spirit amongst us in different ways in these times. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but certainty in their faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can, to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for all who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray for our Queen and Royal Family in their time of Grief, asking that You give them the same spiritual comforts given unto us all.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, our neighbours, varied in their needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You…(here name any you have an especial prayer for)
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
2nd Sunday of Easter Service
11th April 2021
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify (You may find a grouping of the hymns for this service at the end of the playlist)
Prayers for use to have a full service below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 133
Hymn: Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Eternal Father Strong to Save
1st Reading: 1 John 1:1-2:2
2nd Reading: John 20:19-31
Hymn: How Great thou Art
Sermon
Hymn: Jesus Lord we look to thee
Prayers of Intercession
Prayer for Prince Philip
Hymn: We Have a Gospel to Proclaim
The Grace
Prayers for use with this sermon to provide a service
Prayer of Adoration
Risen Lord, we praise You our God, who rose from the grave, triumphing over death. We praise You as the One Who put all the world into place and is not bound by anything of this world. We praise You as the Blessed Trinity, all of which was needed to make the world form into its being, and Aid us all so very much in it. We praise You, mindful of Your Greatness and Majesty, beyond our comprehension. We praise You as the Son, Triumphant, ever reigning, raised up from the Grave, for You are Greater than anything of this world. Praise be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God, we give thanks for all Your Loving gifts to us, from the gifts of the morning, springtime and friendship that put smiles on our faces, to the most glorious gift of the resurrection. You brought it all to pass for us, that we might have the hope and example of the life eternal, knowing that death is not the end. We Give thanks for all Your gifts to us, for those we can easily call to mind and those we take for granted so much that we forget they are Your gifts. So we pray, and say, Lord God, Thank You. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrong things we have done, in word, deed and thought. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You lift us up once more and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set right once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
The 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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from Evil
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Risen Lord Hear us” the response is, “Risen Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort, and the relief of the many strains upon their nerves. We pray too for all those who are in peril and far from being vaccinated, Lord speak to them that they may keep themselves as safe as possible.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for all those who work in healthcare and social care to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatments, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic, however they may have been taken from us by. We pray especially for the many family and friends of Joyce, and we pray for all who mourn Prince Philip, both of whom died as Christians, and we shall see in heaven.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for our own Churches and Circuits, tending the flame of the Spirit amongst us in different ways in these times. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, and we ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but certainty in their faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can, to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for all who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, help them in their time of grief, as You help all of us in our times of grief.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, our neighbours, varied in their needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You…(here name any you have an especial prayer for)
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Easter Sunday Service
4th April 2021
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify, a selection of recordings of these hymns may be found at the end of the playlist grouped together
Prayers for use to have a full service with this sermon below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Introit: In the Garden
Call to Worship: Psalm 118:1-25
Hymn: Low in the Grave He Lay
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Hail the day that sees Him rise Alleluia
1st Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
2nd Reading: John 20:1-18
3rd Reading: Mark 16:1-8
Hymn: Christ the Lord is Risen Today
Sermon
Hymn: And can it be?
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Thine Be the Glory
The Grace
Prayers for use to make a service of this sermon:
Prayer of Adoration
Risen Lord, we declare our praises this most Glorious Day unto You, praising You our God, who rose again this day, triumphing over death. We praise You as the One Who put all the world into power and is not bound by anything of this world. We praise You as the Blessed Trinity, all of which was needed to make the world form into its being, and Aid us all so very much. We praise You, mindful of Your Greatness and Majesty, that is beyond our comprehension. This Day we especially praise You as the Son, Triumphant, ever reigning, raised up from the Grave, for You are Greater than anything of this world. Thus we praise You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God, we give thanks for all Your Loving gifts to us, from the gifts of the morning, springtime and friendship that put smiles on our faces, to the most glorious gift of the resurrection which You brought to pass for us, that we might have the hope and example of the life eternal, knowing that death is not the end. We Give thanks for all Your gifts to us, for those we can easily call to mind and those we take for granted so much that we forget they too are Your gifts. So we pray, and say, Lord God, Thank You. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You lift us up once more and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set right once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from Evil
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Risen Lord Hear us” the response is, “Risen Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort, and the relief of the many strains upon their nerves. We pray too for all those who are in peril and far from being vaccinated, Lord speak to them that they may keep themselves as safe as possible.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for all those who work in healthcare and social care to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatments, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic, however they may have been taken from us by.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for our own Churches and Circuits, tending the flame of the Spirit amongst us in different ways in these times. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but certainty in their faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can, to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for all who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray for Prince Philip in his illness, giving thanks he is freed from hospital and praying for his continued recovery, and we pray for peace amongst that whole family, as we pray for it for every family.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, our neighbours, varied in their needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You…(here name any you have an especial prayer for)
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Risen Lord Hear us
Risen Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Palm Sunday 6th Sunday of Lent Service
28th March 2021
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify (scroll to end of playlist)
Prayers for use to have a full service below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Psalm: 31:14-16
Hymn: All people that on earth do dwell
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: When my love for Christ grows weak
1st Reading: Isaiah 50: 4-9a
2nd Reading: Philippians 2:5-11
3rd Reading: Mark 14: 1-15: 47
Hymn: Hail thou once despised Jesus
Sermon
Hymn: At the Name of Jesus
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: And can it be that I should gain?
The Grace
Prayers for this service:
Prayer of Adoration
Great and Glorious God, we come before You this day in remembrance of the past adorations of our ancestors, when Jerusalem flocked to offer you the praise and adoration so richly deserved. We join our voices with angels and archangels, and all the choirs of heaven in praising You Our Lord, who came amongst us in flesh and blood, riding upon a donkey, yet still so clearly God that people paved the way for You to enter in fitting majesty. We forget not where that week led, and all that You endured and turned to triumph, for we know that You are the King of Kings, and the Lord of All creation. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Generous God, whose gifts fill our lives, we thank You for all Your wonderful mercies to us. We thank you for all the gifts You have given us, and this Holy Week we especially thank You for the wonderful things You have done for us. We thank You that You came amongst us and went through all the things we do and moreso, so that we could know you understand what it’s like to be us. Then You died for us so that we might live forever, for this we must Thank You O Lord our God. We thank You that You made this world, and that You filled it with good things for us all to enjoy. Thanks be You Our God, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Dear Lord our God, we come before You now to confess our sins. We confess that we have not done as we ought. We confess our failings in thought, word and deed. Lord God, we call to mind those of our sins, that weigh heavily upon our hearts. We call to mind those things which do not yet weigh heavily, yet we know they are sinful too. We admit that we have done wrong, and we ask for Your forgiveness. For we know that no matter how far mankind may sink, your love is deeper still.
Lord God, we know that no matter how many our sins, when we ask for forgiveness, trusting in the mercy and sacrifice of the resurrection, our sins are forgiven. As we go forward in this Holy Week, we give thanks that our sins are forgiven, and we ask that we may be strengthened to resist all sin and wickedness. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, Amen
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 trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us,
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
the power, and the glory,
for ever and ever,
Amen.
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort (especially remembering...) We remember especially all those who are afeared each night in the dark, Lord, move those whose duty it is to make our streets safe to do so. We pray too for all those who are in peril and far from being vaccinated, Lord speak to them that they may keep themselves as safe as possible.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic, whatsoe’er they may have been taken from us by.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray especially for Prince Philip in his illness, giving thanks he is freed from hospital and praying for his continued recovery, and we pray for peace amongst that whole family, as we pray for it for every family.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, our neighbours, varied in their needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You…(here name any you have an especial prayer for)
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
5th Sunday of Lent Service
21st March 2021
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify (you should find versions of all this week's hymns at the end of the playlist)
Prayers for use with this sermon below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Psalm: Psalm 51
Hymn: Christ Triumphant Ever Reigning
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty the King of Creation
1st Reading: Hebrews 5:5-10
2nd Reading: John 12:20-33
Hymn: Jesus Shall Reign Where’re the Sun
Sermon
Hymn: Lead us Heavenly Father Lead Us
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Rock of Ages
The Grace
Prayers
Prayer of Adoration and Thanksgiving
As we find ourselves in Your Presence Lord, we declare our Adoration of You, the Father enthroned on High, who in Majesty and Glory beholds all the days of our lives. We praise You the Son, who became man and lived among us, who died for our sins and rose again in Glory. We praise You the Holy Spirit, poured out in us. We give thanks for all the gifts given to us, for all the mercies bestowed upon us, and all those wonderful things we have yet to receive which await us. For we know that You are our God, from whom all blessings flow, in more abundance than can ever be measured. Thanks be unto You Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Confession
We come before You Lord God to ask Your Forgiveness for the wrongful things we have done. We know that we have gone against Your laws, we know that we have sinned in thought, word and deed. We know that we are not always doing as we ought, and so we ask that You help us to do all those things we should do, and to keep us from sin and wrongdoing. We know too that when we ask forgiveness, through Your love and Mercy such may be given to us, and so for the mercy that our sins are forgiven, we give You thanks. Amen
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 Trespasses,
As we forgive those that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from Evil
For Thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort. We remember especially all those who are afeared each night in the dark, Lord, move those whose duty it is to make our streets safe to do so. We pray too for all those who are in peril and far from being vaccinated, Lord speak to them that they may keep themselves as safe as possible.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic, whatsoe’er they may have been taken from us by.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray especially for Prince Philip in his illness, giving thanks he is freed from hospital and praying for his continued recovery, and we pray for peace amongst that whole family, as we pray for it for every family.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, our neighbours, varied in their needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You…(here name any you have an especial prayer for)
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Mothering Sunday Service
14th March 2021
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Prayers for use with this sermon below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Psalm 34:17-19
Hymn: All Praise to Our Redeeming Lord
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Great is Thy Faithfulness
1st Reading: Ruth 1:6-18
2nd Reading: Mark 2:20-35
Hymn Great Shepherd of Thy People Hear
Sermon
Hymn God of Eve and God of Mary
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Now thank we all our God
The Grace
Prayers
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God do we render our praises, here gathered once more glad of the light that you bring unto our hearts. We praise You as the Father above, who gathered all creation into its place and was mindful as much of the atoms of a flower as the planets and stars. We praise You as the Son, the living proof, whose glorious tales still resound amongst us all so long after your birth. We praise You as the Holy Spirit, alive in us as bright and busy as the sunlight in the spring. We adore You as our God, the one we worship and declare plainly to be the Lord of All Creation. Praise be unto You, for all time, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, we bring before You the sins that burden our hearts and afflict our lives. We confess all the wrongful things we have done. We admit the times we have left our hands idle when they should have been busy, when our tongues have let loose cruel words, all those times we have let our thoughts stray into viciousness and cruelty. We admit all our sins, and we admit that we are sorry for them. As we confess them, and seek forgiveness, we open our hearts to that most blessed forgiveness that You give unto us all, as You say “Our Sins Are Forgiven”, not because we are worthy, but because your love is sufficient to forgive us anything. We thank You that the sacrifice of Your Son washes away our sins, leaving us free to go about cleansed in the world, and we ask You to aid us to resist sin and do good in its place. These we ask, in the Name of the Father, with thanks to the Son, and the aid of the Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
We pray God to give our thanks for all the gifts you give unto You. We thank You for the gifts of hearth and home, where we may rest ourselves, and Church where we may revive our souls. We pray for the mercies poured out for us in the wondrous gift of the Cross, and the joys of this day when we remember those who mother. We thank You for all the things You have given us thus far, and all those yet to come. Thanks be Unto You Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer for Mothering
Lord God, this day we especially pray for those who are tasked with mothering, in all its forms. We pray for the first-time mothers in all their uncertainties and worries. We pray for the mothers with many children, may they know strength. We pray for all who do the duties of mothers, adoptive parents, family and friends of parents who are charged to bring up baby. We pray for those who have no children of their own, yet set about looking after the children of others with much cheerfulness. We pray for those who long for a child, mindful of the miracles of faith and science that mean such hope is not in vain for many nowadays, adding often to the sorrow of others. We pray for all those who have no mother to run to, may they know the certainty of Heaven and the mothering Church, wherein all may know help and support. Lord, we ask Your care and guidance upon them all, and strength to all who need it. Amen
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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort. We remember especially all those who are afeared each night in the dark, Lord, move those whose duty it is to make our streets safe to do so.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic, whatsoe’er they may have been taken from us by.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, for we know that we have brethren in every land, under every flag and crown, for all wreaths of Empire meet upon Your Brow. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Ghost. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own as a new age for our land looms, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray especially for Prince Philip in his illness, may He be restored, and we pray for peace amongst that whole family, as we pray for it for every family.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, our neighbours, varied in their needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You…(here name any you have an especial prayer for)
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Service for Sunday 7th March
Third Sunday of Lent
Hymns in Most Hymnals, and on spotify
(Scroll to bottom of spotify Playlist for this week's hymns, prayers for use with this sermon below the Order of Service)
Order of Service
Call to Worship: Psalm 19
Hymn: Away with our fears
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
2nd Reading: John 2:13-22
Hymn: Happy are they who find the Grace
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: O thou who camest from above
The Grace
Prayers for use with this sermon
Prayer of Adoration
O Lord our God, so far beyond our understanding and yet ever near to us, we bring to You our praises this day. We praise You as the one who gave us Your son, so that we might have the blessings of Grace, and the Holy Spirit to guide and sustain us. We praise You as the Holy Spirit, given unto all who would take it, to have a constant presence of God within them. We praise You in every form that You take, and glory in calling You Our God, The Holy One, Praise be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord our God we thank you for all the blessings You have provided for us. The Spring that brings brightness back into the world, reminding us that the brightness of creation always returns after the darkness of winter. We give thanks that through the Love and Mercy of Christ, we can have spring in our souls at any time of the year. We thank you O God that every day, we can turn to you. We thank You for all that You have brought to us, for the love and mercy that You bestowed all these gifts on us with, and ten thousand more blessings besides. Thanks be unto You Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Lord God, we come before you now, to confess our sins. To confess that we have done wrong, turning from all the good and blessings that you filled the world with for us, instead turning to all the wicked things of this world. Lord, we bring before you the wrongs we have done. In the silence Lord we bring to mind those that weigh most heavily upon us, and ask for Your forgiveness.
(Pause)
We ask Lord for forgiveness of these and all our sins, we are sorry and we know we have done wrong, yet still Your forgiveness is given to us as soon as we ask for it. We know that through the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, our sins are forgiven. Thanks be to You our God, Amen.
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 trespasses
As we forgive those who trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil
For Thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory,
Forever and Ever Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, asking for their comfort.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, for we know that we have brethren in every land, under every flag and crown, for all wreaths of Empire meet upon Your Brow. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Ghost. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own as a new age for our land looms, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray especially for Prince Philip in his illness, may He be restored, and we pray for peace amongst that whole family, as we pray for it for every family.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a useful brethren here amongst us. We pray for this town and district, varied in its needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, And the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Service for Sunday 28th February 2021
Second Sunday of Lent
Hymns in Most Hymnals and On Spotify
Prayers for use with the recording below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to Worship: Psalm 22:27-28
Hymn: O God of Bethel by whose hand
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: Genesis 17:1-16
2nd Reading: Romans 4:13-25
3rd Reading: Mark 8:31-38
Sermon
Hymn: All my hope on God is founded
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Jesus calls us o’er the tumult
The Grace
Prayers:
Prayer of Adoration
Steadfast God, we Praise You as the Eternal God, Constantly Loving us. We offer our praises to You with those of our kin throughout every time and place. We adore You as the Lord enthroned on High, whose radiance shines throughout all creation in every good thing that we behold. We praise You as the Son, whose sufferings and miracles we behold in the scriptures. We praise You as the Holy Spirit poured out upon us all for our sustenance in this world. Praise be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all good gifts we bring before you our thanks for all you have done for us. We thank you for the good things that bring smiles to our faces in these difficult times. We give our thanks for the strength we have gained through the Holy Spirit which has enabled us to endure so much in this difficult time. We praise You for all You have given us of the things of this world, that even a pandemic cannot take from us. We thank You for all the gifts of our faith, those which sustain us in this world, and the certain promise of the next. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit Amen.
Prayer of Confession
Lord our God, we’ve made a mess of things. We have taken Your Good Gifts and put them to wicked uses. We have let our thoughts stray to cruelty, revenge and malice. We have hoped for bad things to happen to others and we have forgotten to turn to You when we should. We have sinned Lord God, and we are sorry. We ask Your Forgiveness, not because we’ve done anything to earn it but because You Love us so much that no matter how badly we go wrong, you forgive us. Your Love is not something we earn it is something given to us in such an abundance it washes us of all our sins. For this we are so very grateful as we are lifted up from the depths of sin to the light of Your Love. Thank You God. Amen
Lord’s Prayer
As our Saviour taught us, so we pray:
Our Father Who art in Heaven,
Hallowed Be Thy Name
Thy Kingdom Come
Thy Will be done
On Earth as it is heaven
Give us this day our daily bread,
And forgive us our trespasses,
As we forgive those that trespass against us
For Thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disasters, and Covid-19, May They Know Help.
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Present Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
Service for the 22nd February 2021
First Sunday of Lent
Hymns in Most Hymnals and on Spotify
Prayers For Use Below The Order Of Service
Order of Service
Call to Worship: Psalm 25
Hymn: Lead us Heavenly Father Lead Us
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Forty Days and Forty Nights
1st Reading: 1 Peter 3:18-22
2nd Reading: Mark 1: 9-15
Hymn: God’s Spirit is in my heart (tune only on Spotify, words here)
Sermon
Hymn: Seek ye first the Kingdom of God
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: At the Name of Jesus
The Grace
Prayers:
Prayers of Adoration and Thanksgiving
O Lord our God, we come before You this day, to praise Your name. For Your love and greatness are so far beyond our understanding, yet You are always with us, guiding and sustaining us. You made the heavens and the earth, and set them in their places, for from You all blessings flow. You came amongst us in your Son Jesus Christ, to suffer for our sins, and grant us forgiveness in Grace. Still Your Holy Spirit, poured out amongst us is within us even now, drawing us ever nearer to You. For all these gifts, through which we can know You, we praise You, Adore you and Thank You, O Lord Our God,
Amen.
Prayers of Confession
Father God, on this first Sunday in Lent, we bring before you our sins. Lord You know what temptation is, and that we have succumbed to sin. We have not followed in Your teaching as we ought, we have sinned in thought, word and deed. We have failed to love others as ourselves, we have not thought of the needs of others in pursuit of satisfying our own. In the silence, we call to mind those sins that weigh heavily upon us.
For all our sins, those we can remember and those we have forgotten, we ask You Lord to forgive us. We know that in the Grace and Love of Your Son Jesus Christ, Our Sins are forgiven. Amen.
And we say together the Prayer that Jesus taught us:
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 trespasses,
As we forgive those that trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
The power, and the glory,
For ever and ever.
Amen.
Prayers of Intercession
Gracious God, we come before You in Prayer for the sake of the World around us.
We pray for the World, asking for the knowledge of your Love and Grace to go out with your Church to every corner of the world. In this difficult time, we pray for all our Christian Kin to heed the Holy Spirit within them, and that all may hear Your message of Love and reassurance in this difficult time.
We pray for those abroad, who struggle under cruel and vicious tyranny, those who endure poverty, the ones who have heard your calling, and followed despite terrible risks. Lord we ask that they may know better times soon.
We pray particularly for those who are stricken with Covid, and all who are struggling with other illnesses at this time, and all who are trying to offer the help of health in these days.
We pray for all the lands suffering under the cruelty of humanity’s wickedness, we pray especially for the Victims of China, for those killed in Myanmar/Burma, those who live in fear in Russia, and for all the places without peace, Lord, restore calm and order, and help heal those nations wounded by violence and devilry.
We pray for our leaders, our Royal family, praying for them as Prince Philip lays in hospital, Lord, grant Him restoration to his family, and uphold Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royals at this time of worry, Lord, Grant them hope. We pray too for our politicians, Grant them wisdom and obedience to your laws O God, so that they will do Your will, and serve Your people faithfully.
We pray for our nation, in all its difficulties, may the Good News of Christ, come unto all who are desperate to hear some Good News in these times.
We bring before you those known to us
(here pray for those who are worried for, and bring to God your own worries)
Lord we pray for them all, trusting in Your power, mercy and Love to comfort and help them, and us. We pray that we may be used to help those around us, ever more to do Your work.
Amen.
Service for the 7th February 2021
Sunday Before Lent
Hymns in Most Hymnals and on Spotify
Prayers For Use Below The Order Of Service
Order of Service
Call to Worship: Psalm 50
Hymn: O Worship the King all Glorious Above
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Come Holy Ghost, our hearts inspire
1st Reading: 2 Kings 2: 1-12
2nd Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6
3rd Reading: Mark 9:2-9
Hymn: We have a Gospel to proclaim
Sermon
Hymn: Jesus the Name High Over All
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Behold the Servant of the Lord
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Great and Glorious God, to You we come this day, as spring begins to bloom reminding us of new life and all the prettinesses of the world, wondering at all the marvellous things Your hands have made. In all things we can see glimpses of Your wonderful generosity, in our lives we come to know of You, through great wonders and the smallest of life’s joys In this time, we appreciate every good thing so very much, for You have Blessed us.. So we come before You in Worship, singing Your prayers and declaring as one people, that You are our God. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
To the font of all blessings, You our Father God, we pray to give thanks for the abundance of things poured out for us by You. We give thanks for all the gifts this day, of the rising of the sun and the fact that we have food and drink for ourselves. We give thanks for the gift of worship which even the pandemic cannot utterly rob us of. Most of all we give thanks for the blessings of Salvation and the life after death, which are the gifts of You, O Lord our God, the promise of which gives us eternal hope. Thank You Lord our God, for everything You have done for us, and will do for us. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Before You O Lord our God we bring our burden of sins, all those things we have done which we should not have done, and all those things left undone that we should have done. We declare them to You, and we say, Lord God we are sorry for our sinfulness. We ask You to grant unto us forgiveness, for we know that even with all our sins, when we are sorry, we can always ask Your forgiveness, and it is given out readily to us. For this we owe our thanks to the blessings of our Lord Jesus Christ, who endured the Cross for our sakes, that we might know that our sins are forgiven. Thanks be unto You Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Lord’s Prayer
As our Saviour taught us, so we pray:
Our Father Who art in Heaven,
Hallowed Be Thy Name
Thy Kingdom Come
Thy Will be done
On Earth as it is heaven
Give us this day our daily bread,
And forgive us our trespasses,
As we forgive those that trespass against us
For Thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, and all who are struggling mentally. Lord, help us, and them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, for we know that we have brethren in every land. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Ghost. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own as we come through this difficult time, and begin to dare to hope, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray especially for our Queen, who has served us now for 69 years as Sovereign, and endured much in the service of Your people in many realms, and still worships You as we do.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a useful brethren here amongst us. We pray for this town and district, varied in its needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You (here name those you are especially worried for)
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Service for the 7th February 2021
5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Hymns in Most Hymnals and on Spotify
Prayers For Use To Make A Whole Service Provided Below The Order Of Service
Order of Service
Call to Worship: Psalm 147
Hymn: Behold the servant of the Lord
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Tell me the stories of Jesus
1st Reading: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23
2nd Reading: Mark 1:29-39
Hymn Blessed Assurance Jesus is Mine
Sermon
Hymn We have a Gospel to Proclaim
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Go Forth and Tell
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Great and Glorious God, to You we come this day, as spring begins to bloom reminding us of new life and all the prettinesses of the world, wondering at all the marvellous things Your hands have made. In all things we can see glimpses of Your wonderful generosity, in our lives we come to know of You, through great wonders and the smallest of life’s joys In this time, we appreciate every good thing so very much, for You have Blessed us.. So we come before You in Worship, singing Your prayers and declaring as one people, that You are our God. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
To the font of all blessings, You our Father God, we pray to give thanks for the abundance of things poured out for us by You. We give thanks for all the gifts this day, of the rising of the sun and the fact that we have food and drink for ourselves. We give thanks for the gift of worship which even the pandemic cannot utterly rob us of. Most of all we give thanks for the blessings of Salvation and the life after death, which are the gifts of You, O Lord our God, the promise of which gives us eternal hope. Thank You Lord our God, for everything You have done for us, and will do for us. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Before You O Lord our God we bring our burden of sins, all those things we have done which we should not have done, and all those things left undone that we should have done. We declare them to You, and we say, Lord God we are sorry for our sinfulness. We ask You to grant unto us forgiveness, for we know that even with all our sins, when we are sorry, we can always ask Your forgiveness, and it is given out readily to us. For this we owe our thanks to the blessings of our Lord Jesus Christ, who endured the Cross for our sakes, that we might know that our sins are forgiven. Thanks be unto You Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Lord’s Prayer
As our Saviour taught us, so we pray:
Our Father Who art in Heaven,
Hallowed Be Thy Name
Thy Kingdom Come
Thy Will be done
On Earth as it is heaven
Give us this day our daily bread,
And forgive us our trespasses,
As we forgive those that trespass against us
For Thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, and all who are struggling mentally. Lord, help us, and them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, for we know that we have brethren in every land. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Ghost. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own as we come through this difficult time, and begin to dare to hope, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you. We pray especially for our Queen, who has served us now for 69 years as Sovereign, and endured much in the service of Your people in many realms, and still worships You as we do.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a useful brethren here amongst us. We pray for this town and district, varied in its needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You (here name those you are especially worried for)
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Sunday 31st January 2021
4th Sunday of Ordinary Time
All Hymns in Most Hymnals and on Spotify
Prayers for use as a service below the order of service
Order of Service:
Call to Worship: Psalm 111
Hymn: Jesus Lord we Look to Thee
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Master Speak Thy Servant Heareth
1st Reading: Deuteronomy 18:15-20
2nd Reading: Mark 1:21-28
Hymn How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds
Sermon
Hymn Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Tell Out My Soul
The Grace
Prayers
Prayer of Adoration
Gracious God our Father, we bring before You our adoration, for You are our God, and worthy to be praised. We praise You with our hearts, lifting You up within them as the one we adore. We praise You with our souls, our bodies and all our being. We praise You as the Father on High, who called the worlds into being and watches over us. We praise You as the Son, who came amongst us and performed miracles before the eyes of people, and saved us all by His death on the cross. We praise You as the Holy Spirit, poured out into us all and made to help us in our daily lives. We praise You as the Glorious Mystery of the Trinity, that we do not claim to fully understand, but rather we recognise that So Great Are You O God that You are beyond our understanding. We praise You O God, and revel in the wonder of You. Praise Be To You O Lord. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all Goodness, we give You thanks for all Your gifts, poured out for us in great abundance, for we know that it is thanks to You we enjoy every good thing, and every mercy given unto us. We thank You for the joys of the wintertime, the clear mornings and the hope of snow, the pleasures of being tucked up in the warm of an evening, and the promises of spring to come. We thank You for all the gifts that come to us through Christ, for the gift of Forgiveness, of Salvation, and the promise of the life hereafter. We thank You O God, For we know that all this, and ten thousand other things besides come from You. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father we bring before You our sins, all that we have done wrong. We confess that we have not always done as we ought, instead we have sinned and left what we should have done, undone. We did not remember the needs of others and we often failed to see You in all things. We say to You, Lord God, we are sorry for All our sins. We ask You to forgive us. Having sought forgiveness, we know that You say to us that Our Sins are forgiven. You are the Holy One, who can forgive us anything, as shown to us in the great sacrifice of Christ upon His Cross, not because we are worthy, but because You love us sufficient unto all forgiveness. We thank You for this merciful forgiveness, that washes our sins away, Thank You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever, Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid in this difficult time, and ask Your help for them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We pray especially for the roll out of the vaccines, Lord, help the supplies to flow in abundance and for competence to guide the distribution throughout the world.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there, praying for those who lose those they care for in this time of pandemic.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, for we know that we have brethren in every land, under every flag and crown, for all wreaths of Empire meet upon Your Brow. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Ghost. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own as a new age for our land looms, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a useful brethren here amongst us. We pray for this town and district, varied in its needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Preached as part of the London Road Methodist Church Zoom Service
24th January 2020
Hymns in Most Modern Hymnals and on Spotify
Sunday in the Week of Prayer For Christian Unity
Prayers Used Below The Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to Worship: Psalm 62:1-2
Hymn Amazing Grace
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: Jonah 3:1-10
2nd Reading: John 15:1-17
Sermon
Hymn A New Commandment I Give Unto You
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn O Jesus I have promised
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration and Thanksgiving
Great and Glorious God, we bring our prayers unto You this day, The God Of Every Christian throughout the world. We join our praises to You our God as our kin join their voices in Your praises this day to worship You, The Lord God. We make our thanks for all the gifts which Your power has bestowed upon us. We give our thanks especially this day for the many wonderful ways in which the Love of You has been turned into living Churches, of many types that are united in worshipping You, The Living God. Praise be Forever Unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Lord, we bring before You the burden of our sins. We Confess all the wrong things we have done, and the wrongs we have done by inaction. We ask Your Forgiveness of All Our Sins, trusting only in Your Forgiveness to cleanse us of our sins. We hear Your love in the declaration that “Our sins are forgiven” and we say Thank You God, for forgiving us all our sins and wrongdoing. Thank You Lord God. Amen
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 Trespasses
As We Forgive Those Who Trespass Against Us
And Lead Us Not Into Temptation
But Deliver Us From Evil
For Thine Is The Kingdom
The Power And The Glory
Forever And Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
God of the world, we pray for all those whose needs and wants we think of. We pray for all those who find themselves in any form of material need, that they mind find it fulfilled. We pray for all who lack the faith, may they meet those who will bring them to it. We pray for all those whose faith is weak or struggling, may they find the strength they have known before, again.
We pray for all those who are struggling at this time. We pray for all who mourn, may they know the comforts of the Gospel. We pray for all stricken in this time of pandemic, and for all those working to make it end. We pray for all those whose needs are particularly known unto us…
All these we bring before You Lord God, trusting in Your power, and the abilities of Christian folk to help one another the world over, if we work together. Lord, help us all in our need, and to help others in theirs.
Amen
The Grace
May the Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, And the Love of God, And the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Originally Preached Pott Row 19th January 2019
2nd Sunday after Epiphany
All Hymns in most hymnals, and on Spotify, see link for Hymn which is only available on Youtube
Amended Versions of Prayers Used Below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 40:4-5
Hymn Come, Let us join our Cheerful Songs
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Come Sinners to the Gospel feast
1st Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9
Offering
2nd Reading: John 1:29-42
Hymn Called by Christ to be disciples
Sermon
Hymn Jesus calls us, O’er the tumult
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn All Praise to our redeeming Lord
Liturgical Text – Lamb of God – a version is available here
Prayers for use with this service:
Prayer of Adoration
God of all lands, we bring before You our worship this day, in the season of Epiphany when the wider world first glimpsed the wonders of the God of Abraham. We praise You As the God who made all creation, from the shoots of spring that appear from the ground, to the stars in the Sky. We praise You as the Christ, who was beheld in the world by men, knowing that here was more than a man. We praise You as the Holy Spirit, alive in us to burn at our hearts. This day We declare that You are our God, beloved in all ages, and after time itself. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Lord, we bring before You the burden of our sins. We know that even with all the chances we have had to do what is good and right, we have instead done what is bad and wrong. We call into mind our sins, knowing that some we did and felt the wrongfulness of at once, and others we at first called right. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for the things we have done wrong. We come before You and ask Your Forgiveness for all we have done wrong with the things You made for us. You look upon us and say “Your Sins, are forgiven.” Not because we are worthy of such, but because Your Love is sufficient to forgive us all our sins. We are thus cleansed of all the dirt and degradation of sin, and we go forth, bright and clean, because of all You have done for us. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God our Father, we thank You for all the gifts You have given us. As we enjoy this time of Epiphany, we live with the joys of the year to come, its seasons, festivals, news and happinesses. We behold the many comforts and wonders of our age, where we are freed from so many of the worries of our forebears. We praise You as the one who does so much for us in our ordinary lives, strengthening us in our everyday duties and cares, and aiding us at the greatest times of trial in our lives. We thank You that we may learn of You anew each day, and shall yet behold You, enthroned in Splendour in the heavenly Kingdom. Thank You God. Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever, Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
The Wider World
Lord God we pray for the world. We pray for all those who go without, be it of food, water, shelter, or anything else necessary for life. We pray for all places stricken with the pandemic, and especially pray that the vaccines may be widely and readily distributed. We pray for Hong Kong, Lord, frustrate the wickednesses that Beijing would visit upon them. We pray for the nations of the world, and their peoples, for prosperity spreading amongst them, and peace between them.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
The Church Abroad
Lord we pray for our Christian Brethren in lands abroad. We pray for all those who are in lands where the Church is all that people have, Lord may they know better times than those they have now. We pray for those Churches in lands where they are oppressed, Lord we know that times of persecution have never yet defeated Your Church, and we pray that this may continue with You holding them safe in Your Love. Lord we ask that the Church may grow in every nation, and that Your spirit may be plainly seen at work by all mankind.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
The Church at Home
Lord God, we pray for the Church at Home, which has known freedom throughout many ages. We ask that You encourage us to be effective witnesses to You. We ask that You help us in our devotions, that we might be more outwardly seen to have the inward Grace so necessary in life. We ask That You encourage the congregations of these isles, to grow in every town and village the numbers of the saved, putting aside inward feuding and mischiefs, so that our time in the spotlight when it comes be only full of witnessing to Christ and all that He has done for us.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
The Nation
Lord God, we pray for our nation. We pray for Our Queen and Royal Family, and our Government in this time of Pandemic. Lord, Guide those in power to the right decisions, and ensure public servants do their duty well.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
Those Who Ail
Lord we ask Your help for those who are ailing and unwell, especially remembering all those whose sufferings are formed by or worsened in the pandemic. We ask that You help them in their struggles and help those who are to heal to heal, and those for whom that is not possible, that they may endure and know peace. We bring before You those whose illness is known unto us… We pray too for all those tasked with the aid of those who are ill, in the doctor’s surgeries, hospitals, and those who go unto people in their homes, Lord help them to do their duties, and may their services ever improve and strengthen.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
Those Who Mourn
Risen Lord, we bring before You those who mourn. For Lord, we know that those who have passed from this life are greeted as Your children in the heavenly realms, and we know that this is the comfort open to all. We pray Lord that those who mourn may know the certainty of faith sufficient to assure them that death is not the end, and we shall see again those who have gone before us.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
Those who yet do not know Christ
God our Father, we pray for all those who have yet to come to the Gospel. We know there are so many, not in far and distant lands but in the community around us. Lord may they know sufficient curiosity to ask and find those who can give them true and honest answers. May we be able to speak of You freely forever, whether it be unto the young, the adult or the aged, and May we have the opportunity to do so, and the sight to see when it is laid before us. We ask that we may be a help to those around us, in every way that You need us to be.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
Ourselves and our faith
God our Father, we pray for ourselves, for we are not always as certain as we should be, Lord, give us strengthened Confidence in You. We ask too that when we are in need, we remember to turn to You and to hear Your words to us, that always are freely given to our comfort and aid. We ask that when we are busy and worried, You will remind us that even then, we can depend on You. We pray that we may see You at work in our lives, and the lives of those dear to us. Lord, make us ever more and more happy that we are Your People.
Lord, in Your Mercy
Hear our Prayer
Gracious God, we have prayed and we know that You have heard our prayers. May we this coming week be mindful of You, and see You at work in the world. Amen.
Originally Preached at Downham Market Methodist Church 12th January 2020
1st Sunday after Epiphany
The Illustration Used for the Sermon may be viewed here
All Hymns in Singing The Faith, all tunes on spotify, see links for words to two hymns
Prayers used (amended) and introduction to theme below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 29:1-2 & 11
Hymn O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Introduction to theme
Hymn Jesus is Lord
1st Reading: Acts 10:-24-43
Offering
2nd Reading: Matthew 3:13-17
Hymn All hail the power of Jesu’s name
Sermon
Hymn When Jesus came to Jordan
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Behold the servant of the Lord
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God of all lands, we bring before You our worship this day, in the season of Epiphany when the wider world first glimpsed the wonders of the God of Abraham. We praise You As the God who made all creation, from the shoots of spring that appear from the ground, to the stars in the Sky. We praise You as the Christ, who was beheld in the world by men, knowing that here was more than a man. We praise You as the Holy Spirit, alive in us to burn at our hearts. This day We declare that You are our God, beloved in all ages, and after time itself. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Lord, we bring before You the burden of our sins. We know that even with all the chances we have had to do what is good and right, we have instead done what is bad and wrong. We call into mind our sins, knowing that some we did and felt the wrongfulness of at once, and others we at first called right. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for the things we have done wrong. We come before You and ask Your Forgiveness for all we have done wrong with the things You made for us. You look upon us and say “Your Sins, are forgiven.” Not because we are worthy of such, but because Your Love is sufficient to forgive us all our sins. We are thus cleansed of all the dirt and degradation of sin, and we go forth, bright and clean, because of all You have done for us. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God our Father, we thank You for all the gifts You have given us. As we enjoy this time of Epiphany, we live with the joys of the year to come, its seasons, festivals, news and happinesses. We behold the many comforts and wonders of our age, where we are freed from so many of the worries of our forebears. We praise You as the one who does so much for us in our ordinary lives, strengthening us in our everyday duties and cares, and aiding us at the greatest times of trial in our lives. We thank You that we may learn of You anew each day, and shall yet behold You, enthroned in Splendour in the heavenly Kingdom. Thank You God. Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever, Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray especially this week for those who are living amidst the horrors of mankind’s evils, Lord draw them away from yet more violence cruelty and falsehood, and help us all bring them unto The Truth and Peace. We pray for Hong Kong, Lord, keep them safe from the wickednesses Beijing tries to visit upon them. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments, soldiers and police. We pray for those in lands recovering from war, may they rebuild and see a peace that lasts. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met, whatever they may be of, that worries of survival might end, that people might be free to make more than just existence of their lives. We pray thus for both abundance, and that things may get through to those who need them. We pray for the end of this pandemic, Lord, bless the work of the Vaccinators.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and work to share it with all they meet. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that their neighbours will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those who will spend this day worrying for their friends and neighbours, may they be able to help them. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, Lord we know that at present there is talk of a split, may Your Will Be Done, so that we may be able to worry less about things of this world, and instead dedicate ourselves to the work of the Gospel and evangelism to all that was given to us.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those in government, to be Your obedient servants. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too that the nation may bring itself to be more Christian to one another, disagreeing with respect and understanding, not bile, hatred and self-righteousness. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit, and in other Christian Churches hereabouts, may we pull together for The Lord. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray too for those worrying over worldly things, Lord, keep their worries from distracting them from the wonders of You.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those known to us as unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are kin and neighbours. We pray for both those we know and care for, and those who are yet only faces to us, yet are Your beloved Children too. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ, and in our lives may we burn so brightly with the Holy Spirit as to be a light to the Gospel for our neighbours.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
Originally Preached at Highgate 5th January 2020
2nd Sunday of Christmas
Most Hymns on Spotify, one on hyperlink to youtube, one changed from original service
Prayers Below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to worship Psalm 66:1-4
Hymn All Praise to Our Redeeming Lord
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Lord for the years
1st Reading: Ephesians 1:3-14
Offering
2nd Reading: John 1: 1-18
Hymn God has spoken – by his prophets
Sermon
Hymn O Come all ye Faithful
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn To God be the glory
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God who made the world, we praise You as the Babe of the Nativity, born amidst the most lowly station in life, who rose as high as the Cross could life You, and Rule the World from the Throne of Heaven, whilst burning in the heart of every Christian that declares You our God. We praise You as the Eternal King, older than the stars and newer than any babe born this day. We praise You as the Holy One, in whom there is no cruelty or falsehood, but only Righteousness and Truth. We adore You as Our God, the most Blessed Trinity, beyond our understanding, Yet inviting us to Know you. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Gracious God, We bring before You the burden of our sins. For though we have been given every good thing we possess, yet have we turned Your gifts to wrongful purposes. We have encouraged malice and cruelty, even with our own tongues and typing, we have failed to be fonts of kindess and charity. We have acted to others’ loss, and our own gain. We have discouraged those we should have encouraged, and criticised those we should have praised. We have not done all we could for others, and expected more of others than we ought. We bring before You the burden of all our wrongdoing, and say, Lord God, we are sorry. Then we hear Your loving words, “Your Sins are forgiven”, for when we are sorry, You cleanse us of our sins, and forgive us, not because we are worthy, but because Your love is sufficient unto all forgiveness. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord of all, we bring our thanks to You for all the things You have given us. We Thank You for the World itself, from the icy poles to the Tropics and deserts. We Thank You for the seasons, especially Winter with its joys and occasions. We thank You for this season of Advent, and the preparations for Christmas with its joy in the birth of Your Son, God incarnate. We Thank You For Coming amongst us as The Son and performing miracles before the eyes of men, and dying for us upon the Cross. We thank You too for the gift of Easter and the certain promise of the resurrection. We Thank You Too for the gift of The Holy Spirit, poured out in us all, to animate us With Your Spirit. Thanks be Unto You, Glorious Triune God. Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever, Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray especially this week for those who are living amidst the horrors of mankind’s evils, especially praying for the Middle East, Lord draw them away from yet more violence cruelty and falsehood, and help us all bring them unto The Truth and Peace. We pray for Australia, may they see an end to the bushfires. We pray for Hong Kong, Lord, keep them safe from the wickednesses Beijing tries to visit upon them. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments, soldiers and police. We pray for those in lands recovering from war, may they rebuild and see a peace that lasts. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met, whatever they may be of, that worries of survival might end, that people might be free to make more than just existence of their lives. We pray thus for both abundance, and that things may get through to those who need them.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and work to share it with all they meet. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that their neighbours will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those who will spend this day worrying for their friends and neighbours, may they be able to help them. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, Lord we know that at present there is talk of a split, may Your Will Be Done, so that we may be able to worry less about things of this world, and instead dedicate ourselves to the work of the Gospel and evangelism to all that was given to us.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those in government, to be Your obedient servants. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too that the nation may bring itself to be more Christian to one another, disagreeing with respect and understanding, not bile, hatred and self-righteousness. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit, and in other Christian Churches hereabouts, may we pull together for The Lord. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray too for those worrying over worldly things, Lord, keep their worries from distracting them from the wonders of You.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those known to us as unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are kin and neighbours. We pray for both those we know and care for, and those who are yet only faces to us, yet are Your beloved Children too. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ, and in our lives may we burn so brightly with the Holy Spirit as to be a light to the Gospel for our neighbours.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
The Grace
May the Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, And the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all, evermore, Amen
Originally Preached at London Road 29th December 2019
1st Sunday of Christmas
Hymns as requested by the Congregation,
Should be within Methodist Hymnals, versions on Spotify in the Christmas Hymns Playlist
Prayers used below Order of Service, amended for timeliness
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 66:1-4
Hymn Angels from the realms of Glory
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Let Earth and Heaven combine
1st Reading: Isaiah 63:7-9
Hymn: In the Bleak Midwinter
2nd Reading: Psalm 148
Hymn: It came upon a Midnight Clear
3rd Reading: Hebrews 2:10-18
Hymn: See Him lying on a bed of straw (Calypso carol)
4th Reading: Matthew 2:13-23
Offering
Hymn: Do you hear what I hear
Sermon
Hymn: Cradled in a manger, meanly (2nd Tune)
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Love came down at Christmas
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God who made the world, we praise You as the Babe of the Nativity, born amidst the most lowly station in life, who rose as high as the Cross could life You, and Rule the World from the Throne of Heaven, whilst burning in the heart of every Christian that declares You our God. We praise You as the Eternal King, older than the stars and newer than any babe born this day. We praise You as the Holy One, in whom there is no cruelty or falsehood, but only Righteousness and Truth. We adore You as Our God, the most Blessed Trinity, beyond our understanding, Yet inviting us to Know you. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Gracious God, We bring before You the burden of our sins. For though we have been given every good thing we possess, yet have we turned Your gifts to wrongful purposes. We have encouraged malice and cruelty, even with our own tongues and typing, we have failed to be fonts of kindess and charity. We have acted to others’ loss, and our own gain. We have discouraged those we should have encouraged, and criticised those we should have praised. We have not done all we could for others, and expected more of others than we ought. We bring before You the burden of all our wrongdoing, and say, Lord God, we are sorry. Then we hear Your loving words, “Your Sins are forgiven”, for when we are sorry, You cleanse us of our sins, and forgive us, not because we are worthy, but because Your love is sufficient unto all forgiveness. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord of all, we bring our thanks to You for all the things You have given us. We Thank You for the World itself, from the icy poles to the Tropics and deserts. We Thank You for the seasons, especially Winter with its joys and occasions. We thank You for this season of Advent, and the preparations for Christmas with its joy in the birth of Your Son, God incarnate. We Thank You For Coming amongst us as The Son and performing miracles before the eyes of men, and dying for us upon the Cross. We thank You too for the gift of Easter and the certain promise of the resurrection. We Thank You Too for the gift of The Holy Spirit, poured out in us all, to animate us With Your Spirit. Thanks be Unto You, Glorious Triune God. Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom, The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever, Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray for all places striken by the Coronavirus, in all its forms. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments, soldiers and police. We pray for those in lands recovering from difficulties, may they rebuild and see a better time come. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met, whatever they may be of, that worries of survival might end, that people might be free to make more than just existence of their lives. We pray thus for both abundance, and that things may get through to those who need them.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and work to share it with all they meet. We pray for those who face threats when they practise their religion, Lord, keep them safe and frustrate those who would do the devil’s work. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that their neighbours will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, may they flourish.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those who are now the government, to be Your obedient servants. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too that the nation may bring itself to be more Christian to one another, disagreeing with respect and understanding, not bile, hatred and self-righteousness. We give thanks for the Vaccine and the Brexit Deal, mindful that when we take it to the Lord in Prayer, You hear us all. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit, and in other Christian Churches hereabouts, may we pull together for The Lord. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray that we may meet restriction free when next Christmas comes.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those known to us as unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are kin and neighbours. We pray for both those we know and care for, and those who are yet only faces to us, yet are Your beloved Children too. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You, even in these times. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ, and in our lives may we burn so brightly with the Holy Spirit as to be a light to the Gospel for our neighbours.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
Service for Podcasting Friday 25th December 2020
Christmas Day
Order of Service
All Hymns in Hymnals or on Spotify
Call to worship: Psalm 98
Hymn: Choose Your Own
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Choose Your Own
1st Reading: Isaiah 52: 7-10
2nd Reading: Hebrews 1:1-12
3rd Reading: John 1:1-14
4th Reading: Luke 2: 1-20
Hymn: Choose Your Own
Sermon
Hymn: Choose Your Own
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Choose Your Own
The Grace
Service for Podcasting Sunday 20th December 2020
4th Sunday of Advent
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify (See link in order of service for words of the last hymn, the hymns are in order at the end of the playlist) Prayers below the Order of Service.
Order of Service
Call to worship: The Magnificat
Hymn: Tell Out My Soul, The Greatness of the Lord
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came
1st Reading: 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16
2nd Reading: Romans 16:25-27
3rd Reading: Luke 1:26-38
Hymn: Long Ago, Prophets Knew
Sermon
Hymn: Behold the Servant of the Lord
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Sing we the King who is Coming to Reign
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God of all things, in whose light all creation stands, we bring before You our adoration and praise, for we know that You are the Lord, the Holy One, and the King of all there is. We hear the story come to us down the years and join those who came to before us in hearing it. We join in our praise with the millions who have gone before, throughout the ages, who declared that You are our God. We know that Your praises shall continue for all time, and after time in the Kingdom of Heaven, worthily so for You are The Lord. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father we bring before You our sins, all those things we have done wrong. We confess that we have not always done as we ought, instead we have sinned and we have left those things we should have done, undone. We do not remember the needs of others and we often fail to see You in all things. We say to You, Lord God, we are sorry for All our sins. We ask You to forgive us, trusting not in any deeds of our own, but in the mercy of You to forgive us our sins. Having sought forgiveness, we know that You say to us that Our Sins are forgiven. Thus forgiven, we ask You to help us to resist sin, and be strong against the temptations of the evil one. For You are the Holy One, who can forgive us anything, and triumph over anything, as shown to us in the great sacrifice of Christ upon His Cross. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all Goodness, we give You thanks for Your gifts, poured out for us in great abundance, for we know that it is thanks to You we enjoy every good thing, and that we enjoy every mercy given unto us. We thank You for the joys of the wintertime, the clear mornings and the hope of snow, the pleasures of being tucked up in the warm of an evening, and the promises of spring to come. We thank You for all the gifts that come to us through Christ, for the gift of Forgiveness, of Salvation, and the promise of the life hereafter, redeeming us all. We thank You O God, For we know that all this is from You. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disaster and Plagues, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease.
We pray for all for whom this time of Advent and Christmas is one of toil and sadness, Lord, help them to have the time to remember the reason for the season
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
The Grace
May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, and the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More Amen.
Hunstanton Methodist Church Sunday 13th December 2020
3rd Sunday of Advent
All Hymns in Singing The Faith, most on spotify (see hyperlink for hymn that is on youtube) Prayers used below Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to worship: The Magnificat
Hymn: Tell Out My Soul
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Praise to the God who clears the way
1st Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
2nd Reading: John 1:1-8, 19-28
Hymn: Of the Father’s Love begotten
Sermon
Hymn: Joy to the world, the Lord is come
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: O Come O Come Immanuel
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God of all things, in whose light all creation stands, we bring before You our adoration and praise, for we know that You are the Lord, the Holy One, and the King of all there is. We hear the Baptist’s cry echo down the ages and join those who came to before us. We join in our praise with the millions who have gone before, throughout the ages, who declared that You are our God. We know that Your praises shall continue for all time, and after time in the Kingdom of Heaven, worthily so for You are The Lord. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father we bring before You our sins, all those things we have done wrong. We confess that we have not always done as we ought, instead we have sinned and we have left those things we should have done, undone. We do not remember the needs of others and we often fail to see You in all things. We say to You, Lord God, we are sorry for All our sins. We ask You to forgive us, trusting not in any deeds of our own, but in the mercy of You to forgive us our sins. Having sought forgiveness, we know that You say to us that Our Sins are forgiven. Thus forgiven, we ask You to help us to resist sin, and be strong against the temptations of the evil one. For You are the Holy One, who can forgive us anything, and triumph over anything, as shown to us in the great sacrifice of Christ upon His Cross. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all Goodness, we give You thanks for Your gifts, poured out for us in great abundance, for we know that it is thanks to You we enjoy every good thing, and that we enjoy every mercy given unto us. We thank You for the joys of the wintertime, the clear mornings and the hope of snow, the pleasures of being tucked up in the warm of an evening, and the promises of spring to come. We thank You for all the gifts that come to us through Christ, for the gift of Forgiveness, of Salvation, and the promise of the life hereafter, redeeming us all. We thank You O God, For we know that all this is from You. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disaster and Plagues, May They Know Help, and may we render it where we can.
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease, especially those persecuted.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
The Grace
May the Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, and the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit, Be With Us All, Ever More, Amen
Highgate 6th December 2020
Hymns in Most Hymnals and On Spotify
2nd Sunday of Advent
Order of Service rearranged for Podcasted Worship - prayers used below the Order of Service
Order of Service:
Call to Worship – Psalm 85:5-8
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry
1st Reading: 2 Peter 3:8-15a
2nd Reading: Mark 1:1-8
Hymn: The Kingdom of God
Sermon
Hymn: Love Divine All Loves Excelling
Prayers of Intercession
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God of all things, in whose light all creation stands, we bring before You our adoration and praise, for we know that You are the Lord, the Holy One, and the King of all there is. We hear the Baptist’s cry echo down the ages and join those who came to before us. We join in our praise with the millions who have gone before, throughout the ages, who declared that You are our God. We know that Your praises shall continue for all time, and after time in the Kingdom of Heaven, worthily so for You are The Lord. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father we bring before You our sins, all those things we have done wrong. We confess that we have not always done as we ought, instead we have sinned and we have left those things we should have done, undone. We do not remember the needs of others and we often fail to see You in all things. We say to You, Lord God, we are sorry for All our sins. We ask You to forgive us, trusting not in any deeds of our own, but in the mercy of You to forgive us our sins. Having sought forgiveness, we know that You say to us that Our Sins are forgiven. Thus forgiven, we ask You to help us to resist sin, and be strong against the temptations of the evil one. For You are the Holy One, who can forgive us anything, and triumph over anything, as shown to us in the great sacrifice of Christ upon His Cross. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all Goodness, we give You thanks for Your gifts, poured out for us in great abundance, for we know that it is thanks to You we enjoy every good thing, and that we enjoy every mercy given unto us. We thank You for the joys of the wintertime, the clear mornings and the hope of snow, the pleasures of being tucked up in the warm of an evening, and the promises of spring to come. We thank You for all the gifts that come to us through Christ, for the gift of Forgiveness, of Salvation, and the promise of the life hereafter, redeeming us all. We thank You O God, For we know that all this is from You. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disaster and Plagues, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease, especially those persecuted, including in France.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
Originally Preached at North Lynn on 15th December 2019
3rd Sunday of Advent
All hymns in most hymnals and On Spotify
Prayers based upon those used in the service beneath the order of service
Call to worship: Psalm: 146:1,2,10
Hymn O for a thousand tongues to sing
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn To the name of our Salvation
1st Reading: Isaiah 35:1-10
2nd Reading: James 5:7-20
Offering
3rd Reading: Matthew 11:2-11
Hymn The Kingdom of God
Sermon
Hymn Tell out my soul
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn O come, O come Immanuel
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God of all things, in whose light all creation stands, we bring before You our adoration and praise, for we know that You are the Lord, the Holy One, and the King of all there is. We hear the Baptist’s cry echo down the ages and join those who came to before us. We join in our praise with the millions who have gone before, throughout the ages, who declared that You are our God. We know that Your praises shall continue for all time, and after time in the Kingdom of Heaven, worthily so for You are The Lord. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father we bring before You our sins, all those things we have done wrong. We confess that we have not always done as we ought, instead we have sinned and we have left those things we should have done, undone. We do not remember the needs of others and we often fail to see You in all things. We say to You, Lord God, we are sorry for All our sins. We ask You to forgive us, trusting not in any deeds of our own, but in the mercy of You to forgive us our sins. Having sought forgiveness, we know that You say to us that Our Sins are forgiven. Thus forgiven, we ask You to help us to resist sin, and be strong against the temptations of the evil one. For You are the Holy One, who can forgive us anything, and triumph over anything, as shown to us in the great sacrifice of Christ upon His Cross. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all Goodness, we give You thanks for Your gifts, poured out for us in great abundance, for we know that it is thanks to You we enjoy every good thing, and that we enjoy every mercy given unto us. We thank You for the joys of the wintertime, the clear mornings and the hope of snow, the pleasures of being tucked up in the warm of an evening, and the promises of spring to come. We thank You for all the gifts that come to us through Christ, for the gift of Forgiveness, of Salvation, and the promise of the life hereafter, redeeming us all. We thank You O God, For we know that all this is from You. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray especially all those who have been afflicted by Coronavirus and the difficulties it has caused and ask for their families and friends to be comforted. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments, soldiers and police. We pray for those in lands recovering from war, may they rebuild and see a peace that lasts. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met, whatever they may be of, that worries of survival might end, that people might be free to make more than just existence of their lives. We pray thus for both abundance, and that things may get through to those who need them.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and work to share it with all they meet. We pray for those who face threats when they practise their religion, Lord, keep them safe and frustrate those who would do the devil’s work. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that their neighbours will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, may they flourish.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those who are in power, to be Your obedient servants. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too that the nation may bring itself to be more Christian to one another, disagreeing with respect and understanding, not bile, hatred and self-righteousness. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit, and in other Christian Churches hereabouts, may we pull together for The Lord. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray too for those worrying over worldly things, Lord, keep their worries from distracting them from the wonders of You.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those known to us as unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are kin and neighbours. We pray for both those we know and care for, and those who are yet only faces to us, yet are Your beloved Children too. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ, and in our lives may we burn so brightly with the Holy Spirit as to be a light to the Gospel for our neighbours.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
Sunday 22nd November 2020
Stir-up Sunday, Christ the King
Preached for podcasting
All Hymns in most hymnals and on spotify
Prayers below the Order of Service
Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 95:1-7
Collect: Text may be found here
Hymn Christ Triumphant Ever Reigning
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Crown him with Many Crowns
1st Reading: Ephesians 1:15-23
2nd Reading: Matthew: 25: 31-46
Hymn Sing we the King who is coming to Reign (click for words)
Sermon
Hymn At the Name of Jesus
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Rejoice, the Lord is King
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
God of all things, in whose light all creation stands, we bring before You our adoration and praise, for we know that You are the Lord, the Holy One, and the King of all there is. We join in our praise with the millions who have gone before, throughout the ages, who declared that You are our God, and we know that those praises shall continue for all time, and after time in the Kingdom of Heaven. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all Goodness, we give You thanks for Your gifts, poured out for us in great abundance, for we know that it is thanks to You we enjoy every good thing, and that we enjoy every mercy given unto us. We thank You for the joys of the wintertime, the clear mornings and the hope of snow, the pleasures of being tucked up in the warm of an evening, and the promises of spring to come. We thank You for all the gifts that come to us through Christ, for the gift of Forgiveness, of Salvation, and the promise of the life hereafter. We thank You O God, For we know that all this is from You. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father we bring before You our sinful burden. We confess that we have not always done as we ought, instead we have sinned and left those things we should have done undone. We do not remember the needs of others and we often fail to see You in all things. We say to You, Lord God, we are sorry for All our sins. We ask You to forgive us. Having sought forgiveness, we know that You say to us that Our Sins are forgiven. For You are the Holy One, who can forgive us anything, as shown to us in the great sacrifice of Christ upon His Cross. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
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 trespasses as we forgive those that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom
The Power and the Glory
Forever and ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring before God now our prayers for those whose needs are known unto us, and there is a response to these prayers, after the words Lord in Your Mercy, the response is Hear our Prayer
Lord, in Your Mercy,
Hear our Prayer.
Lord we pray for those who have needs of the most basic sureties. We pray for those who know hunger, who know thirst or homelessness, or who live in warzones. We pray for all those who are working to bring us through this difficult time, and ask Lord God that you help us to endure to our deliverance. For those it is within our power to help, we pray that we shall not tarry to help, and for those we cannot help with our hands, we pray that You will enable others to help, and that they shall not want for will to help. We pray for everywhere that is struggling and all those who are enduring these times, that we may show God’s love to one another.
Lord, in Your Mercy,
Hear our Prayer.
We pray for the Church, for the clergy and laity in Methodism and all denominations, those who work to bring the gospel to new places and those who work to tend the fires of the spirit in places where it has already begun to burn. We pray especially for our brethren facing persecution, asking your strength upon them and that You will uphold them through their trials, as You have always done in times past.
Lord, in Your Mercy,
Hear our Prayer.
We pray for the needs of this country, for those who are tasked with government and administration. Lord guide them to their duties, give them the strength to do their tasks and to always be Righteous and proper in their conduct. We pray too for our Royal Family, asking that you tend to their needs as You tend to ours, and help them in their duties.
Lord, in Your Mercy,
Hear our Prayer.
We pray for all those who are ill, asking that You comfort and sustain them, we ask for your help and blessings to those who are tasked with providing help to the ill, and that you grant success to the scientists working to find new cures and treatments. For Lord, we know that in all the wonders of modern medicine, Your hand moves.
Lord, in Your Mercy,
Hear our Prayer.
We pray for those whose especial needs are known to us, we pray for (here read from the book) and in the time of silence we bring their names and needs before You.
We ask Your help for them Lord, and we pray for those whose needs we do not know, for none are invisible in your sight Lord.
Lord, in Your Mercy,
Hear our Prayer.
We pray for those needs of our own dear hearts Lord, we bring before You our own private sorrows, and we ask Your every help in our lives, and we ask that we may always have open eyes to see the joys that You bestow upon us, and the help You give us.
Lord, in Your Mercy,
Hear our Prayer.
We ask for these things, knowing that when we pray, we are heard, and that we shall not want for an answer, as You promise in our scripture so often and show us in our lives. Thanks be unto you Father Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Originally Preached at Dersingham Methodist Church 17th November 2019
Morning Service, 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time
Hymns from Hymns and Psalms, all tunes on spotify, hyperlinked hymns lead to the text to sing along to. Prayers used below the order of service
Order of Service:
Call to Worship: Psalm 118:1
Hymn Sing we the King who is coming to reign
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn O Jesus I have promised
1st Reading: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Offering
2nd Reading: Luke 21:9-15
Hymn Mine eyes have seen the Glory of the coming of the Lord
Sermon
Hymn Almighty Father of all things that be
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Forth in Thy Name, O Lord I go
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Great and Glorious God, we praise You this day as we bask in the glories of creation. We praise You surrounded by the glorious sights of Your handiwork and our hearts filled by Your Holy Spirit. We praise You as the One who is above all, yet is within all. We praise You as the One Who died, Yet is alive. We praise You as the Mysterious God, who Yet invites us to know You. We praise You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, One God, now and forever, Amen.
Prayer of Confession
To You our Forgiving Father, we must come to confess all those things that we have done wrong. For though we live in Your world, we do not always use it as we ought, but turn good things to bad uses, and treat one another as though we were not all equally beloved by You. We confess that we have sinned, those wrongful things which bring such sorrow to ourselves, to You, and the world. We come before You, mindful that we cannot undo what we have done. So we say, Lord God we are sorry. Knowing our sinfulness, to the uttermost secret, You pick us out of the pit of sin, dust us off and say, “Your Sins are Forgiven.” For this Lord God, is the gift of the Cross, the forgiveness of our sins by You. Our Lord died that we might be forgiven, and we praise You for being so loving and merciful unto us. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord our God, we thank You for all the gifts we have been given this day, and every day. We thank You for those things we can see smell touch and taste. We thank You too for those we cannot sense, yet are there, and those we can know, yet cannot often find the words for, including so many of Your most Holy gifts. We thank You that we may Know You, that we are brought through the times of our trials, and always to better things, even unto heaven. Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from Evil,
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory,
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray especially this week for those who are living amidst the horrors of war, and in places where the wickednesses of mankind continue to be shown to the world in new ways. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments, soldiers and police, especially remembering those in China and Hong Kong. We pray for those in lands recovering from war, in many parts of Africa and in Afghanistan. May they rebuild and see a peace that lasts. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met, whatever they may be of, that worries of survival might end, that people might be free to make more than just existence of their lives.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and go about in the world happier than millionaires. We pray for those who face threats when they practise their religion, Lord, keep them safe and frustrate those who would do the devil’s work. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that they will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, may they flourish.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those in power to set to doing right with a will. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too for all those who are in need of help in our own land, may they know where to go for aid. We remember especially those struggling in the second lockdown. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit and especially for those who are taking up New Tasks For You with us all, may their service here be a blessing to us all, and fruitful for the people around us too. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray too for those worrying over buildings or other worldly things, Lord, keep their worries from distracting them from the wonders of You.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those known to us as unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are round about us
Those we know and care for, and those who are yet only familiar faces. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
Same order of service used for Downham Market Methodist Church
Sunday 8th November 2020
Remembrance Sunday Morning Service
Hymns in most hymnals and on spotify
Call to Worship: Psalm 78:2-4, 70-72
Hymn: O God Our Help In Ages Past
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Lead Us Heavenly Father Lead Us
1st Reading: 1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18
Sermon
Hymn Eternal Father Strong to Save
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Abide With Me
The Grace
Act of Remembrance
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Heacham Methodist Church 1st November 2020 Order of Service (amended for the Podcast with extra hymns)
All Saints’ Day
Hymns in most hymnals and on spotify
Prayers used below the Order of Service
Call to Worship: Psalm 34:1-3,17-22
Hymn Ye Servants of God
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Praise my Soul the King of Heaven
1st Reading: 1 John 3:1-3
2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 10: 12-13
3rd Reading: Revelation 7:9-17
Hymn To God be the Glory
Sermon
Hymn Abide with me
Prayers of Intercession
Prayer for the Coming Days
Hymn Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God do we render our praises. To the Great unchanging Lord in Heaven, we render our praises. We adore You as the God of all mankind who reigns on high, who hung upon a cross for us, before ascending to heaven. We praise You surrounded by the glorious sights of Your handiwork and our hearts filled by Your Holy Spirit. We praise You as the One who is above all, yet is within all. We praise You as the One Who died, Yet is alive. We praise You as the Mysterious God, who Yet invites us to know You. We praise You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, One God, now and forever, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord our God, we thank You for all the gifts we have been given this day, and every day. We thank You for those things we can see smell touch and taste. We thank You too for those we cannot sense, yet are there, and those we can know, yet cannot often find the words for, including so many of Your most Holy gifts. We thank You that we may Know You, that we are brought through the times of our trials, and always to better things, even unto heaven. Amen
Prayer of Confession
To You our Forgiving Father, we must come to confess all those things that we have done wrong. For though we live in Your world, we do not always use it as we ought, but turn good things to bad uses, and treat one another as though we were not all equally beloved by You. We confess that we have sinned, those wrongful things which bring such sorrow to ourselves, to You, and the world. We come before You, mindful that we cannot undo what we have done. So we say, Lord God we are sorry. Knowing our sinfulness, to the uttermost secret, You pick us out of the pit of sin, dust us off and say, “Your Sins are Forgiven.” For this Lord God, is the gift of the Cross, the forgiveness of our sins by You. Our Lord died that we might be forgiven, and we praise You for being so loving and merciful unto us. Amen
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 Trespasses
As We Forgive Those, Who Tresspass Against Us
And Lead Us Not Into Temptation
But Deliver Us From Evil
For Thine Is the Kingdom
The Power And The Glory
Forever And Ever Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disaster and Plagues, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease, especially those persecuted, including in France.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
Prayer for the coming days
Lord our God, we lay before You all our fears about the coming days. God we’re scared, we’re upset, we’ve already done this once and we had so hoped we wouldn’t have to again. Here we are though, beholding our brethren’s faces in hope and sorrow, hope that this will not be for long, and sorrow that it will happen at all. Help us, even when we cannot see each other’s faces, to be there for one another. To support each other and not to be alone. Keep us finding ways to keep one another company. We trust that You will get us through it God, but please, make sure we don’t forget that promise of Yours. Please Lord God, Amen.
Originally Preached at Heacham Methodist Church 20th October 2019
29th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Some Hymns on Spotify, others hyperlinked in Order of Service
Prayers used below Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 66:1-2
Hymn Blessed City, Heavenly Salem
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Powerful in making us wise to salvation
1st Reading: Psalm 119:97-104
Offering
2nd Reading: 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
Hymn Spirit of Truth, essential God
Sermon
Hymn God of all power, and Truth and grace (Tune on Spotify)
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn O For a Thousand Tongues to sing
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Great and Glorious God, we praise You this day as we bask in the glories of creation. We praise You surrounded by the glorious sights of Your handiwork and our hearts filled by Your Holy Spirit. We praise You as the One who is above all, yet is within all. We praise You as the One Who died, Yet is alive. We praise You as the Mysterious God, who Yet invites us to know You. We praise You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, One God, now and forever, Amen.
Prayer of Confession
To You our Forgiving Father, we must come to confess all those things that we have done wrong. For though we live in Your world, we do not always use it as we ought, but turn good things to bad uses, and treat one another as though we were not all equally beloved by You. We confess that we have sinned, those wrongful things which bring such sorrow to ourselves, to You, and the world. We come before You, mindful that we cannot undo what we have done. So we say, Lord God we are sorry. Knowing our sinfulness, to the uttermost secret, You pick us out of the pit of sin, dust us off and say, “Your Sins are Forgiven.” For this Lord God, is the gift of the Cross, the forgiveness of our sins by You. Our Lord died that we might be forgiven, and we praise You for being so loving and merciful unto us. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord our God, we thank You for all the gifts we have been given this day, and every day. We thank You for those things we can see smell touch and taste. We thank You too for those we cannot sense, yet are there, and those we can know, yet cannot often find the words for, including so many of Your most Holy gifts. We thank You that we may Know You, that we are brought through the times of our trials, and always to better things, even unto heaven. Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from Evil,
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory,
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray especially this week for those who are living amidst the horrors of war, especially praying for Syria, where the wickednesses of mankind continue to be shown to the world in new ways. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments, soldiers and police, especially remembering...(You may name some here) We pray for those in lands recovering from war...(you may name some here). May they rebuild and see a peace that lasts. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met, whatever they may be of, that worries of survival might end.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and go about in the world happier than millionaires. We pray for those who face threats when they practise their religion, Lord, keep them safe and frustrate those who would do the devil’s work. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that they will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, may they flourish.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those in power to set to doing right with a will. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too for all those who are in need of help in our own land, may they know where to go for aid. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit and especially for those who are taking up New Tasks For You with us all, may their service here be a blessing to us all, and fruitful for the people around us too. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray too for those worrying over buildings or other worldly things, Lord, keep their worries from distracting them from the wonders of You.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those who are dear to us and unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are round about us
Those we know and care for, and those who are yet only familiar faces. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
Downham Market Evening Zoom Service Sunday 18th October 2020
29th Sunday of Ordinary Time
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Prayer texts used below Order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 142: 1,5
Hymn: Come Sinners to the Gospel feast
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: O God what offering shall I give
1st Reading: Proverbs 4:1-18
2nd Reading: 1 John 3:16-4:6
Sermon
Hymn: Jesus Lord we look to thee
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: When I survey the wondrous cross
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
O Lord our God, we pray to You as the God who is steadfast through the ages, as the One who led Israel from the wilderness, as the One who delivered all mankind through Christ, and the One who leads us now by the Spirit. We pray to praise You, O Lord our God, the Lord enthroned on High and the Son who lived plainly amongst us, and the spirit that burns within us. We dwell in the light of this glorious mystery, and give our praises to You as the one who is our God, eternal and ever with us. Lord our God, accept our praises this day as we worship You, looking forward to when we shall be with You forever. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all gifts, we pray to give thanks for all the wondrous things You have given unto us. We thank You for all the gifts of this season, the safe-gathering of food, the colours of the season and the cheerfulness of the warm. We give thanks for the gifts of the faith which offer us such help in our times of trial. We thank You for all the ways in which You have strengthened us through this time. We thank You that we have the certainty of heaven to comfort us in times of grief. For Lord, in You, there is always hope. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer of Confession
Lord our God, we bring before You the burden of our sins. We confess all the things we have done wrong, both those we have done by action, and those we have done by inaction. We admit that we have sinned in many and varied ways, and we say to You our Lord, Lord God, we are sorry for All Our Sins. We ask You to forgive us. We ask for this forgiveness, and it is given to us, not by earning, but by the freely given forgiveness of Our Lord God, who took the burden of our sins, and washed it away by His blood. For this great mercy, we give thanks to You, O Lord our God, Amen.
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 trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
the power, and the glory,
For ever and ever.
Amen.
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disaster, Fires, Elections and Covid-19, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Present Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
London Road Methodist Church
Zoom Service Sunday 18th October 2020
All Hymns in Most Hymnals and On Spotify
The opening prayers as used are below the order of service, some suggested intercessions are also included.
Call to Worship: Psalm 99:1-2,9
Hymn: Rock of Ages
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: Exodus 33:12-23
2nd Reading: Matthew 22:15-22
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: At the Name of Jesus
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
O Lord our God, we pray to You as the God who is steadfast through the ages, as the One who led Israel from the wilderness, as the One who delivered all mankind through Christ, and the One who leads us now by the Spirit. We pray to praise You, O Lord our God, the Lord enthroned on High and the Son who lived plainly amongst us, and the spirit that burns within us. We dwell in the light of this glorious mystery, and give our praises to You as the one who is our God, eternal and ever with us. Lord our God, accept our praises this day as we worship You, looking forward to when we shall be with You forever. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God of all gifts, we pray to give thanks for all the wondrous things You have given unto us. We thank You for all the gifts of this season, the safe-gathering of food, the colours of the season and the cheerfulness of the warm. We give thanks for the gifts of the faith which offer us such help in our times of trial. We give our thanks for the life of Your Servant Jo Gifford, and all like her who have been faithful servants of this congregation and are now with You O Lord. We thank You that we have the certainty of heaven to comfort us in times of grief. For Lord, in You, there is always hope. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer of Confession
Lord our God, we bring before You the burden of our sins. We confess all the things we have done wrong, both those we have done by action, and those we have done by inaction. We admit that we have sinned in many and varied ways, and we say to You our Lord, Lord God, we are sorry for All Our Sins. We ask You to forgive us. We ask for this forgiveness, and it is given to us, not by earning, but by the freely given forgiveness of Our Lord God, who took the burden of our sins, and washed it away by His blood. For this great mercy, we give thanks to You, O Lord our God, Amen.
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 trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
the power, and the glory,
For ever and ever.
Amen.
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disaster and Plagues, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
Originally Given London Road Methodist Church 28th October 2018
30th Sunday in ordinary time
All hymns in most hymnals and on spotify
Prayers used (amended for Timeliness) below Order of Service:
Call to worship Hebrews 4:16
Hymn O for a thousand tongues to sing
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Introduction to theme
Hymn Dear Lord and Father of Mankind, forgive our foolish ways
1st Reading: Job 42:1-17
2nd Reading Hebrews 7:23-28
Offering
3rd Reading: Mark 10:46-52
Hymn God moves in a mysterious way
Sermon
Hymn Christ triumphant, ever reigning
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Amazing Grace
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Gracious Lord, in whose presence we come this day to worship, we offer You our praises, our adoration and our hearts. For we declare that You, the One True God, are the God whom we adore. We declare that You are the Holy One, the God we worship. We praise You Father Son and Holy Spirit, in Glorious mystery enthroned. We let our hearts soar and our souls feel the warmth of your light. We praise you not just today, but every day that we live until we can join the choirs of heaven. For then we shall be free for all time to praise You, with the armies of those who have gone before. Praise be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
God our Father, we give thanks to You for the many gifts that You have given us. We give You thanks for all the wonderful things we enjoy every day, from the air we breathe to the sun in the sky. We thank You for the gifts of our Saviour, for the miracles performed, and the gift of Christ’s sacrifice on the Cross, that we might be forgiven. We give thanks for the gift of the resurrection which proved to us all the certainty of the life to come. We thank you for the gift of the Holy Spirit, which is alive in us and helps us all. We thank You for Your help in our lives and the comforts you give us. Thanks be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Gracious God, we bring before You the burden of our sins. For we are flawed people who make mistakes. We confess all the things we have done wrong, both by doing things and not doing them. We bring before You those which are most troubling us, in the time of silence calling them to mind.
(pause)
We say to You, we are sorry for what we did wrong. We ask Your forgiveness. We know that you’re so good to us, that we are forgiven for what we have done. Not because we are worthy, but because you love us. Thank You Lord. Amen
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 trespasses
As we forgive Them that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil
For thine is the Kingdom
The power and the Glory
Forever and Ever, Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We especially pray for our Jewish kin. Through the Jewish people came salvation for the world. We pray for congregations oppressed and suffering. Please God, make us always to stand up for them, for we have seen too often in history what happens when Churches fail to stand steadfast in Righteousness, against whatever the devil’s handmaids may throw at us.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We bring before You O God those whose illnesses are known to us.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, for we know that we have brethren in every land, under every flag and crown, for all wreaths of Empire meet upon Your Brow. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Ghost. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Please God, bring better times to the world. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a useful brethren here amongst us. We pray for this town and district, varied in its needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You...
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Preached at Highgate (amended Order of Service for Podcast) 4th October 2020
Hymns in most hymnals and on spotify
Prayers used listed below Order of Service
27th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Call to Worship – Psalm 19:1,14
Hymn : And Can it be?
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: All Heaven declares
1st Reading: Exodus 20:1-20
2nd Reading: Philippians 3:4b-14
Hymn: Beneath the Cross of Jesus
Sermon
Hymn: May the Mind of Christ my Saviour
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn: Jesus lover of my soul
The Grace
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Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God do we render our praises. To the Great unchanging Lord in Heaven, we render our praises. We adore You as the God of all mankind who reigns on high, who hung upon a cross for us, before ascending to heaven. We praise You surrounded by the glorious sights of Your handiwork and our hearts filled by Your Holy Spirit. We praise You as the One who is above all, yet is within all. We praise You as the One Who died, Yet is alive. We praise You as the Mysterious God, who Yet invites us to know You. We praise You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, One God, now and forever, Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord our God, we thank You for all the gifts we have been given this day, and every day. We thank You for those things we can see smell touch and taste. We thank You too for those we cannot sense, yet are there, and those we can know, yet cannot often find the words for, including so many of Your most Holy gifts. We thank You that we may Know You, that we are brought through the times of our trials, and always to better things, even unto heaven. Amen
Prayer of Confession
To You our Forgiving Father, we must come to confess all those things that we have done wrong. For though we live in Your world, we do not always use it as we ought, but turn good things to bad uses, and treat one another as though we were not all equally beloved by You. We confess that we have sinned, those wrongful things which bring such sorrow to ourselves, to You, and the world. We come before You, mindful that we cannot undo what we have done. So we say, Lord God we are sorry. Knowing our sinfulness, to the uttermost secret, You pick us out of the pit of sin, dust us off and say, “Your Sins are Forgiven.” For this Lord God, is the gift of the Cross, the forgiveness of our sins by You. Our Lord died that we might be forgiven, and we praise You for being so loving and merciful unto us. Amen
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 Trespasses
As We Forgive Those, Who Tresspass Against Us
And Lead Us Not Into Temptation
But Deliver Us From Evil
For Thine Is the Kingdom
The Power And The Glory
Forever And Ever Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Our God, We Pray For The World
We Pray For Those Living In Places Stricken By War, Disaster and Plagues, May They Know Help
We Pray for O Christian Brethren At Home And Abroad, May Their Numbers Increase And Sorrows Decrease.
We Pray For All Who Struggle With Illness, Grief, And Difficulty, May They Know Your Comforts.
We Pray For All Who Are Unable To See The Good In Their Lives, May Their Eyes Be Opened.
We Pray For Our Nation and Royal Family, Lord, Guard and Guide All Who Dwell In These Lands.
We Pray For Ourselves In Our Difficulties, May We Come To Know The Joys Of Our Lives and forgiveness.
All These We Ask In Jesu’s Name,
Amen
Originally Preached at Pott Row, 8th July 2018
Hymns in most hymnals, and on spotify
14th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Sermon Only in recording, Prayers used (amended to be up to date) below Order of Service)
Order of Service:
Call to Worship: Psalm 66:1-4
Hymn: Father hear the prayer we offer
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn: Blessed assurance, Jesus is ine
Reading 1: Psalm 28:6-9
Offering
Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10
Hymn: My God, I am thine
Sermon
Hymn: I need thee every hour
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Guide me O Thou Great Jehovah
The Grace
Prayers:
Prayer of Adoration
Great and Glorious God, whose wondrous Majesty we come together to praise and Worship, we declare that Your are our God, the One True God. We praise You enthroned in majesty, surrounded by angels and archangels and all the choirs in heaven, joining our voices with the saints of ages past in praising You our God. We praise You as the Son who came amongst us, performed miracles before our forebears’ eyes, and hung and died upon the Cross for us. We praise You as the Risen Christ triumphing over death, and ascending into heaven, to take Your place at the Father’s right hand. We praise You as the Holy Spirit, poured out into us that we might always be secure with You. We praise You as the Trinity, that great mystery which we do not pretend to understand, but praise as a perfect and Holy mystery, a reminder of Your greatness. Praise be unto You, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
O Lord we pray to thank You, for all the wondrous things You have given us. We thank You for the Sun that shines to warm us, and ripen the grain in the fields, and for the rain that cleans the streets and waters the food which shall sustain us. We thank You for the gift of living in this age of comfort and technology, for the gifts of modern medicine and the many blessings of scientific discovery. We thank You O Lord that You made this world for us and filled it with Good things for us. We thank You that we have all the blessings which are declared in our faith, Salvation and Forgiveness, as well as the sustaining help of the faith to bring us through the trials of life in the world. We thank You O God, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Gracious God, we bring before You our confession of our sins. We confess that we have not done the things which we ought to have done, we have been sinful, cruel, unthinking and unkind. We confess that we have been idle and left good wanting to be done. We confess that we have let our thoughts wander into cruelty and viciousness. We confess our sins and in a time of silence we bring before You those sins we are most conscious of.
(silence)
We also confess that such are our sins we cannot recall them all to mind, and we ask Your forgiveness as we lay the burden of our sins at the foot of the cross as we say, we are sorry. Then you take the weight from us, cleansing us of sin, so that we are refreshed and made anew, to go forth with our hearts lightened, knowing our souls are safe with You, and our Sins are forgiven. Thank You God, that we have such a wonderful relief of sin for us. Amen
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 trespasses as we forgive them that trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil,
For thine is the Kingdom, The power and the Glory,
Forever and ever, Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord, Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Spiritual Want
We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Ghost. For those we cannot reach, we pray for the armies of preachers, ministers and clergy, missionaries, Sunday School Teachers and honest Christians who are abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to them. We especially remember the Methodist Conference, and those amongst them who have strived for the Lord’s works, and been frustrated by those who through sloth or wrongheadedness have not been able to achieve all that the Lord desires for his Church, we beseech You that the Righteous shall win, and that the Church shall come through a time which risks distracting our brethren from the Love of God, and be revived in the duties of Evangelism and Love.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We bring before You O God those whose illnesses are known to us.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, sure in the knowledge of Heaven and of places prepared for Christian folk the world over there.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, for we know that we have brethren in every land, under every flag and crown, for all wreaths of Empire meet upon Your Brow. We ask that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from those who would work for the Evil One amongst the sheep.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, as we all endure these times, Lord may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. We pray for the Royal Family, Her Majesty and Prince Philip who have served the nations of the Commonwealth for so long faithfully, for the younger generations coming to the works, May they know and faithfully Serve You
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a useful brethren here amongst us. We pray for this village and district, varied in its needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
London Road Zoom Service
20th September 2020
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Call to Worship Psalm 145
Hymn O God of Bethel by Whose Hand
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: Exodus 16:1-36
2nd Reading: Matthew 20:1-16
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Jesus Lord we Look to Thee
The Grace
Highgate 13th September 2020
24th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Hymns not to be sung in the live service, recordings on Spotify
Hymn(Instrumental): Come now is the time to worship
Hymn (Instrumental): O God our help in Ages Past
Hymn (Instrumental): Guide me O thou Great Jehovah
Welcome and Prayer
Call to Worship: Psalm 114
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn (Solo) : Be Still for the presence of the Lord
1st Reading: Exodus 14:10-31
2nd Reading: Romans 14:1-12
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
The Grace
Hymn: (Instrumental) Christ from whom all blessings flow
First preached at Snettisham 15th October 2019 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Order of Service, with prayers below
All Hymns in Singing the Faith
Call to worship Psalm 14:7
Hymn Praise my Soul the King of Heaven
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Come Let us sing of a wonderful Love
1st Reading 1 Timothy 1:12-17
Offering
2nd Reading: Luke 15:1-10
Hymn Come Sinners to the Gospel Feast (In Service I used Father whose everlasting Love which isn't on Spotify but is on Youtube)
Sermon
Hymn My song is Love unknown
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Amazing Grace
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Great and Glorious God, we praise You this day as we bask in the glories of creation. We praise You surrounded by the glorious sights of Your handiwork and our hearts filled by Your Holy Spirit. We praise You as the One who is above all, yet is within all. We praise You as the One Who died, Yet is alive. We praise You as the Mysterious God, who Yet invites us to know You. We praise You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, One God, now and forever, Amen.
Prayer of Confession
To You our Forgiving Father, we must come to confess all those things that we have done wrong. For though we live in Your world, we do not always use it as we ought, but turn good things to bad uses, and treat one another as though we were not all equally beloved by You. We confess that we have sinned, those wrongful things which bring such sorrow to ourselves, to You, and the world. We come before You, mindful that we cannot undo what we have done. So we say, Lord God we are sorry. Knowing our sinfulness, to the uttermost secret, You pick us out of the pit of sin, dust us off and say, “Your Sins are Forgiven.” For this Lord God, is the gift of the Cross, the forgiveness of our sins by You. Our Lord died that we might be forgiven, and we praise You for being so loving and merciful unto us. Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord our God, we thank You for all the gifts we have been given this day, and every day. We thank You for those things we can see smell touch and taste. We thank You too for those we cannot sense, yet are there, and those we can know, yet cannot often find the words for, including so many of Your most Holy gifts. We thank You that we may Know You, that we are brought through the times of our trials, and always to better things, even unto heaven. Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from Evil, For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory,
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray especially this week for those who have been struck by disasters, and elsewhere in the world, please God, help them to keep safe and rebuild, and help the scientists trying to understand the world better so that we might in future prepare for them better. We pray too for the Rainforests, may those who live in and close by them come to see them as a treasure to protect, rather than a barrier to their wealth. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments and wars, especially remembering those in Ukraine, Yemen and Syria. We pray for those in lands recovering from war, in many parts of Africa and in Afghanistan. May they rebuild and see a peace that lasts. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and go about in the world happier than millionaires. We pray for those who face threats when they practise their religion, Lord, keep them safe and frustrate those who would do the devil’s work. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that they will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, may they flourish.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those in government to set to doing right with a will. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too for all those who are in need of help in our own land, may they know where to go for aid. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit and especially for those who are taking up New Tasks For You with us all, may their service here be a blessing to us all, and fruitful for the people around us too. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray too for those worrying over buildings or other worldly things, Lord, keep their worries from distracting them from the wonders of You.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those who are dear to us and unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are round about us
Those we know and care for, and those who are yet only familiar faces. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
Drawn from a Service prepared for distribution by the Methodist Church by Smudge
(But content much altered)
All Hymns in Singing The Faith and On Spotify
Opening Prayer
Hymn All Praise to Our Redeeming Lord
Prayers
1st Reading: Exodus 3:1-15
2nd Reading: Romans 12:9-21
Sermon
Lord's Prayer
Hymn May the mind of Christ My Saviour
Other hymns if you feel in need of a good sing
Final Prayer
Prepared for London Road Zoom Service 23rd August 2020
All Hymns in "Singing the Faith" and tunes on Spotify
Call to worship: Psalm 124
Hymn (StF 641) When Circumstances Make My Life (Tune on Spotify)
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
1st Reading: Exodus 1:8-2-10
2nd Reading: Matthew 16:13-20
Sermon
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn (StF 317) At the Name of Jesus
The Grace
Sunday 16th August 2020
Service for Podcasting
Hymns in most Hymnals and on Spotify
Call to Worship: Psalm 133
Hymn: All Praise to Our Redeeming Lord
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Tell me the stories of Jesus
1st Reading: Isaiah 56:1-8
2nd Reading: Matthew 15:10-28
Hymn The Kingdom of God
Sermon
Hymn Spirit of Faith, Come down
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
The Grace
Originally Preached at South Wootton Methodist Church 8th September 2019
Order of Service - Prayers used below the order of service, amended for the present
All Hymns in most hymnals, and on spotify
Call to worship Psalm 66:1-2
Hymn Christ, from whom all blessings flow
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Out of the depths I cry to Thee
1st Reading: Philemon 1
Offering
2nd Reading: Luke 14:25-33
Hymn O thou who camest from above
Sermon
Hymn Take my life and let it be
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Amazing Grace
Closing (Singing the Faith 771) May the love of the Lord - The Grace may be used in lieu
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God we render our praises, joining our prayers with those of Christians throughout the world, and the ages, praising our God. We praise God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We praise That these three in one have always been, and in our own age move admist the hearts and minds of men, and preserve the souls of us in the life here and hereafter. We praise them now and revel in the praises to come in the eternal life, when we shall see the Godhead enthroned. Praise be unto the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You, as well as those we pretend have no victims. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought, against others and You. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You cleanse us and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set aright once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Unto You our Most Great and Glorious Father Son and Holy Spirit, We offer up our thanks for all the wonderful things you have done for us. We give thanks for the gifts of the everyday, food to eat, water and more to drink, as well as the wonderful gifts of marriage, of friendship, fellowship and all the others we can enjoy. We thank You for the gift of our Faith, that we can know You, now in our lives, and forever in the life hereafter. We thank You too for the Church, which strengthens our faith and helps us to live together as Christians. Thank You God, Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from Evil, For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory, Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
World
Lord God we pray for the world around us. We pray especially this week for those who have been struck by Hurricanes, please God, help them to keep safe and rebuild, and help the scientists trying to understand them better so that we might in future prepare for them better. We pray too for the Rainforests, may those who live in and close by them come to see them as a treasure to protect, rather than a barrier to their wealth. We pray for all those who live in fear of their governments and wars, especially remembering those in Ukraine, Yemen and Syria. We pray for those in lands recovering from war, in many parts of Africa and in Afghanistan. May they rebuild and see a peace that lasts. We ask that all those in want of the basic necessities may have their needs met.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church Abroad
Holy Lord, we pray for the Church in lands abroad. We pray for those whose only possession is the gospel, and go about in the world happier than millionaires. We pray for those who face threats when they practise their religion, Lord, keep them safe and frustrate those who would do the devil’s work. We pray for all those who are bringing the word to new ears in lands abroad, especially those in countries where to evangelise for life is illegal, Lord, may every heart they come to be opened by them, that they will turn away from the cruelty this world encourages. We pray for all those congregations called Methodists, in lands across the world, may they flourish.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Home
Father God we pray for our own land. We know that You see all that happens, and We ask that You may move the hearts and minds of those in government to set to doing right with a will. We ask That they be guided to do good and find the ways to do it. We ask that all those tasked with turning the laws into actions be guided by Righteousness and not by things of this world. We pray too for all those who are in need of help in our own land, may they know where to go for aid. We ask your Help and Guidance upon Her Majesty the Queen and all the Royal Family, May they know You as we do.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Church At Home
We pray Lord for the Church at Home. We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in the circuit and especially for those who are taking up New Tasks For You with us all, may their service here be a blessing to us all, and fruitful for the people around us too. We pray for those Churches worrying for the future, may they be filled with the Holy Spirit to go forth and tell, and find willing ears to listen. We pray too for those worrying over buildings or other worldly things, Lord, keep their worries from distracting them from the wonders of You.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
The sick
Father God we pray for those who are Ill. We pray for those who are faced with hospital stays and operations, may they come through safely. We pray for all those whose ailments need doctor’s appointments and pills, may they be helped by their medicines. We pray for those at home, recovering, may they be able to know progress and ask Your aid to cheer them. We pray too for all those doctors, nurses, chemists, porters and so forth who work for the aid of the sick. May they be see much success in their work and avoid error and exhaustion. We pray for those who are dear to us and unwell, (especially…)
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Locally
We pray for this community around us, for all those who are round about us
Those we know and care for, and those who are yet only familiar faces. We pray for them in their needs and wants. We ask that we may be a light to them so that they may come to know You. We pray that we may be seen to be worthy servants of Christ.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Ourselves
We pray Lord God for ourselves. You know us utterly, from the innermost thoughts of our hearts to our most public deeds. We ask that You strengthen us to do what we ought, whether we want to or not. We ask that our dearest desires may be worthy of fulfilment and that we shall see those things come to pass, and know it as Your Work.
Lord Hear Us
Lord, Graciously Hear Us
Assurance of prayers being answered
We Pray O God, knowing that when we pray, You hear our prayers, and You will always give them answer. We ask that we may know such answers as proof of You, and the truth of Your Promises. Amen.
Sunday 2nd August 2020
18th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Hymns in most hymnals and on spotify
Service for Podcasting
Call to worship Psalm 17
Hymn Come O Thou Traveller Unknown
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn There’s a wideness in God’s Mercy
1st Reading: Genesis 32: 22-31
2nd Reading: Romans 9:1-5
Hymn My God! I know, I feel thee mine
Sermon
Hymn We turn to God when we are sorely pressed
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn O God our help in ages past
The Grace
Originally Preached at Clenchwarton Methodist Church, Sunday 18th August 2019
20th Sunday of ordinary time
All Hymns in most hymnals and on spotify, except 2nd & 4th hymns, to which a link is provided to a recording on youtube, prayers below the order of service.
Call to worship Psalm 66
Hymn Great Shepherd of thy people hear
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Come Divine interpreter
1st Reading: Isaiah 5:1-7
Offering
2nd Reading: Psalm 80:1-19
3rd Reading: Luke 12:54-56
Hymn We plough the fields and scatter
Sermon
Hymn My heart is full of Christ and longs
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn And can it be
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God we render our praises, joining our prayers with those of Christians throughout the world, and the ages, praising our God. We praise God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We praise That these three in one have always been, and in our own age move admist the hearts and minds of men, and preserve the souls of us in the life here and hereafter. We praise them now and revel in the praises to come in the eternal life, when we shall see the Godhead enthroned. Praise be unto the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You, as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought, against others and You. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You cleanse us and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set aright once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Unto You our Most Great and Glorious Father Son and Holy Spirit, We offer up our thanks for all the wonderful things you have done for us. We give thanks for the gifts of the everyday, food to eat, water and more to drink, as well as the wonderful gifts of marriage, of friendship, fellowship and all the others we can enjoy. We thank You for the gift of our Faith, that we can know You, now in our lives, and forever in the life hereafter. We thank You too for the Church, which strengthens our faith and helps us to live together as Christians. Thank You God, Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from Evil, For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory, Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid of the coming days, those who fear the actions of governments, neighbours or the devil, may their fears not be realised. We pray especially for our Brothers and Sisters in Hong Kong, Lord God frustrate the wicked who would do them harm, and give the protestors endless ingenuity to frustrate the aims of those who would crush them.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We bring before You O God those whose illnesses are known to us.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, by being certain of the Resurrection and the promise of the Life Hereafter. Let us be those who bring comfort, by being willing messengers of that hope.
Lord Hear us Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, asking that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from the devil and all who would frustrate Your works. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for every vocal Christians abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to hear of what You did for us all.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in our difficulties, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. Lord God, remind them all of their duty of service unto the people, and the need to put others before their own ambitions. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a truly Christian family here. We pray for the neighbours of this house, varied in needs and wants, that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You those whose difficulties weigh upon our hearts.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Terrington St Clement 21st July 2019
Order of Service
All Hymns in most modern hymnals and on the spotify playlist
Prayers used, updated, and a reworking of the introduction below the order of service
Call to worship: Psalm 82:1-4
Hymn All heaven declares
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Introduction to Theme/Children’s Talk
Hymn All I once held dear
1st Reading: Psalm 52
Offering
2nd Reading: Colossians 1:15-28
Hymn Hail thou Once despised Jesus
Sermon
Hymn God of all power and truth and grace
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Christ Triumphant, Ever reigning
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God we render our praises, joining our prayers with those of Christians throughout the world, and the ages, praising our God. We praise God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We praise That these three in one have always been, and in our own age move admist the hearts and minds of men, and preserve the souls of us in the life here and hereafter. We praise them now and revel in the praises to come in the eternal life, when we shall see the Godhead enthroned. Praise be unto the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You, as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought, against others and You. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You cleanse us and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set aright once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Unto You our Most Great and Glorious Father Son and Holy Spirit, We offer up our thanks for all the wonderful things you have done for us. We give thanks for the gifts of the everyday, food to eat, water and more to drink, as well as the wonderful gifts of marriage, of friendship, fellowship and all the others we can enjoy. We thank You for the gift of our Faith, that we can know You, now in our lives, and forever in the life hereafter. We thank You too for the Church, which strengthens our faith and helps us to live together as Christians. Thank You God, Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from Evil, For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory, Forever and Ever
Amen
Introduction to Theme/Children’s Talk
The Trinity – God made the world, God is Jesus, God is the Holy Spirit – Thus, we have a bit of God in us, yes the same one who made everything
Despite that, we are tempted to do bad things, to be wicked, cruel, spiteful, pick your favourite term for it.
We will struggle to resist that on our own, yet we are never on our own, God does not expect us to resist sin without help - instead He came to us all in the Holy Spirit to help us resist it. That is the only hope we have to be saved from it.
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid of the coming days, those who fear the actions of governments, neighbours or the devil, may their fears not be realised.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We bring before You O God those whose illnesses are known to us.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, by being certain of the Resurrection and the promise of the Life Hereafter.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, asking that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from the devil and all who would frustrate Your works. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for every vocal Christians abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to hear of what You did for us all.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own as we come through this time of trial. May we all resist the urge to act wickedly and thus encourage the virus. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a truly Christian family here. We pray for the neighbours of this house, varied in needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You those whose difficulties weigh upon our hearts.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Pott Row 7th July 2019 Order of Service
Which was the 14th Service of Ordinary Time
All Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Prayers used (slightly amended for topical use) are below the order of Service
Call to worship: Psalm 30:11-12
Hymn Come, sinners to the gospel feast
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Thou God of Truth and Love
1st Reading: Galatians 6:1-16
Offering
2nd Reading: Luke 10:1-20
Hymn There’s a wideness in God’s mercy
Sermon
Hymn Brother Sister let me serve you
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Jesus Lord we look to Thee
The Grace
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God we render our praises, joining our prayers with those of Christians throughout the world, and the ages, praising our God. We praise God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We praise That these three in one have always been, and in our own age move admist the hearts and minds of men, and preserve the souls of us in the life here and hereafter. We praise them now and revel in the praises to come in the eternal life, when we shall see the Godhead enthroned. Praise be unto the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You, as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought, against others and You. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You cleanse us and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set aright once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Unto You our Most Great and Glorious Father Son and Holy Spirit, We offer up our thanks for all the wonderful things you have done for us. We give thanks for the gifts of the everyday, food to eat, water and more to drink, as well as the wonderful gifts of marriage, of friendship, fellowship and all the others we can enjoy. We thank You for the gift of our Faith, that we can know You, now in our lives, and forever in the life hereafter. We thank You too for the Church, which strengthens our faith and helps us to live together as Christians. Thank You God, Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from Evil
For thine is the Kingdom,
The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever
Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Lord Hear us” the response is, “Lord Graciously Hear us”
Lord Hear us Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid of the coming days, those who fear the actions of governments, neighbours or the devil, may their fears not be realised.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We bring before You O God those whose illnesses are known to us.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, by being certain of the Resurrection and the promise of the Life Hereafter.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, asking that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from the devil and all who would frustrate Your works. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for every vocal Christians abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to hear of what You did for us all.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own as a new age for our land looms, may those able to make decisions be guided to make the right ones, and may those who must labour to make things happen see the works of their hands prosper. We pray especially for all dealing with the virus and its consequences. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a truly Christian family here. We pray for the neighbours of this house, varied in needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You those whose difficulties weigh upon our hearts.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Lord Hear us
Lord Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Originally Preached as the Dersingham Evening Service 19th May 2019
Order of Service
Aldersgate Sunday
Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
The Report may be found here
Call to Worship Psalm 33
Hymn Thou God of Truth and Love
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Introduction to theme (see below)
Hymn Come, Hole Ghost, our hearts inspire
1st Reading: Ephesians 1:3-10
Offering
2nd Reading 1 Corinthians 7:1-24
Hymn Almighty Father of all things that be
Sermon
Hymn All praise to our redeeming Lord
Prayers of Intercession
Prayer for Unity
Hymn Christ from whom all blessings flow
The Grace
The Prayers used in the service are below:
Prayer of Adoration
To You O God we declare our praises, we join in the praises of You that have resounded down the ages, and Declare You are the God we adore. We adore You as the Father in Heaven, the Son who came amongst us and the Holy Spirit alive in all our hearts. We behold You now at work in the world, and look forward with Joy to the time when we shall be free to praise You always. For You are the Lord, the Holy One, who truly gives us all Hope. We praise You O God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Gracious God our Father, from whom all gifts flow, we give You thanks for all that we enjoy in Your creation. We give You thanks that You Love us just as we are, and made us with differences amongst us, that we are made in Your own image, with the chance to do much good in the world. We thank You for all those things laid on for us to use for our comfort and use, that we enjoy daily without remembering that they come from you. We thank You for the many spiritual gifts that You give us, which give us knowledge and hope, both for a better way to live in this world, and the certain knowledge of the next. Thanks be to You O Lord our God, Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Lord, we call to mind all those things we have done which are wrongful. We recall that we have not done as we ought, that we have left undone those things which we should have done, and that we have let our thoughts stray into cruelty. We are sorry Lord, that we have not always done as we ought, and we ask, Lord God, forgive us our sins. We know that when we ask for forgiveness and are truly sorry, you pick us up and say, Your sins are forgiven. Not because we are worthy, but because Your Love is sufficient unto all forgiveness. So we let our weary eyes blink away the dust of wrongful doing, and look anew at Your Creation, forgiven, cleansed and given Your help to not make the same mistakes again. These we give thanks for, in Jesu’s Name, Amen.
Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in Heaven
Hallowed be Thy Name
Thy Kingdom ComeThy Will Be Done
On Earth as it is in Heaven
Give us this day, our daily bread
And forgive us our Trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil
For Thine is the Kingdom, The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever Amen
Introduction to theme
I’m conscious it isn’t usual nowadays for a service to come with a warning over it’s content. My topic this evening though, proposed changes to standing orders concerning human relationships, is one which we will hear much about in the world. Now if you’ve not seen about it, you might be wondering what it is. Well, it concerns making provision for all forms of marriage currently allowed by the law, to be conducted within those Methodist Churches that wish to do so. As well as addressing how we show God’s love to those who are co-habiting.
With the proposed changes coming to conference and then the districts and circuits, before proposed final approval by Conference in 2020, it’s going to be a big deal. Not just amongst ourselves, if approved it would make us one of the first of the big churches, by numbers in these isles, to make such changes. Moreover, when we identify ourselves to outsiders as Methodists, for the next couple of years, this is likely to come up.
My aim this evening is not to take a stand and say “this is what’s right and everyone else is wrong”. That would be improper, this is something where two otherwise identical Christians may differ after all. We can rejoice in much difference Christianly expressed, certainly I am used to that notion, as my father and I disagree on a Lot of theology.
Instead, I want us to look at what’s proposed, and talk about the fact we have got a fair bit of discussion about it coming up. Nothing would sadden me more, than for this to be used by the devil to sow discord amongst us all, and set Christian against Christian so that we stop attempting to reach out to outsiders. We must think over our response to this, yes, but we must also remember, that it is not a thing which should divide us. If handled well, we could certainly use it as a took for reaching out to those who are never within our walls.
Certainly in the past, Methodists have taken up the thorny branch long before others, women were preaching in the 19th Century, and we were marrying divorced folk long before some churches would let them within their walls. Perhaps, this is another matter which shall see us followed by others. Whatever though, we must remember that we are All Christians, not just first and foremost but last and lastmost as well. That means, being strong enough in the faith together, that we come through this time. Now, I have asked the stewards to distribute afore the readings, the short version of the proposals, cribbed from the Methodist Church’s website. There is a full report, but it is a lot longer and I didn’t want to give you so much to look over tonight, but there is a website address at the bottom, if you’re not “online” you should be able to ask at the library for them to help you find it and read it with the computers there.
Also, I shall endeavour not to use any language which might make folk, shall we say uncomfortable? Certainly, I am NOT going into what I shall refer to as behind closed door activities in detail. It’s not relevant and honestly, I would find it unpleasant to talk of such things in a pulpit, and I don’t think it’s necessary to actually discuss the proposals.
We will go through it bit by bit, and I encourage you all take it home to pray over all those who have to deal with these issues, as well as for those who wrote the report. With such things, I suggest we pray that God’s will be done. He knows what’s best after all.
Prayer of Intercession
Gracious God, we have spent this evening in prayerful contemplation of that which is before us. Let us now set ourselves to face the world as Brothers and Sisters in Christ, and we pray for that world. Lord, help those who need help. Help us to do what we can for others. Bring us through the times of difficulty, and keep us together. Let every good thing come, and may we never lose sight of You, but Grow in the faith, and bring more and more folk along with us.
Amen
Sunday 28th June 2020
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time 14th Sunday of Quarantine
Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Call to worship: Psalm 13
Hymn Give me the Faith which can remove
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn God has spoken by his prophets
1st Reading: Romans 6:12-23
2nd Reading: Matthew 10:40-42
Hymn Brother Sister Let me serve You
Sermon
Hymn Blessed Assurance, Jesus is mine
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Amazing Grace
The Grace
Sunday 21st June 2020
Father’s Day, 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 13th Sunday of Quarantine
Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Call to worship: Psalm 86
Hymn Lead us Heavenly Father Lead us
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Eternal Father, Strong to Save
1st Reading: Romans 6:1-11
2nd Reading: Matthew 10: 24-39
Hymn Come Let us Sing of a Wonderful Love
Sermon
Hymn I Know that my redeemer lives
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Jesus Calls us O’er the tumult
The Grace
Prayers:
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God we render our praises, joining our prayers with those of Christians throughout the world, and the ages, praising our Triune God. We praise God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. This day we especially revel in the glorious wondrous mystery that this comprises. We praise That these three in one have always been, and in our own age move admist the hearts and minds of men, and preserve the souls of us in the life here and hereafter. We praise them now and revel in the praises to come in the eternal life, when we shall see the Godhead enthroned. Praise be unto the father and to the son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You, as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought, against others and You. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You cleanse us and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set aright once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Unto You our Most Great and Glorious Father Son and Holy Spirit, We offer up our thanks for all the wonderful things you have done for us. We give thanks for the gifts of the everyday, food to eat, water and more to drink, as well as the wonderful gifts of marriage, of friendship, fellowship and all the others we can enjoy. We thank You for the gift of our Faith, that we can know You, now in our lives, and forever in the life hereafter. Thank You God, Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from Evil
For thine is the Kingdom, The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever Amen
Prayers of Intercession
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
The Wider World
Lord God we pray for the world. We pray for all those who go without, be it of food, water, shelter, or anything else necessary for life. We pray for those in especial need: We pray for all places and people stricken with the Corona Virus, Lord aid the doctors in treating them, and light the minds of the scientists to find cures and vaccines. We pray for the nations of the world, may we all recover from this time
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
The Church Abroad
Lord we pray for our Christian Brethren in lands abroad. We pray for all those who are in lands where the Church is all that people have, Lord may they know better times than those they have now. We pray for those Churches in lands where they are oppressed, Lord we know that times of persecution have never yet defeated Your Church, and we pray that this may continue with You holding them safe in Your Love. We pray especially for those congregations adapting their worship to the virus protections, may their Holiness shine through the worry. Lord we ask that the Church may grow in every nation, and that Your spirit may be plainly seen at work by all mankind.
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
The Church at Home
Lord God, we pray for the Church at Home, which has known freedom throughout many ages. We ask that You encourage us to be effective witnesses to You. We ask that You help us in our devotions, that we might be more outwardly seen to have the inward Grace so necessary in life. We ask That You encourage the congregations of these isles, to grow in every town and village the numbers of the saved, putting aside inward feuding and mischiefs, so that our time in the spotlight when it comes be only full of witnessing to Christ and all that He has done for us.
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
The Nation
Lord God, we pray for our nation. We pray for Our Queen and Royal Family, asking that You uphold and guide them, even as they like us are deprived of celebrations of milestones. We ask You to help the nation as it navigates the changes ahead, and guide those who must make the arrangements to avoid error and do their duty. We pray too for all those who hope in their leaders, and those who have been let down by them. May they know much Good, and not the wrongs men can do. We pray too that all who dwell in this land, may come to know its joys and fruitfulness, and may our present difficulties end.
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
Those Who Ail
Lord we ask Your help for those who are ailing and unwell. We ask that You help them in their struggles and help those who are to heal to heal, and those for whom that is not possible, that they may endure and know peace. We bring before You those whose illness is known unto us… We pray too for all those tasked with the aid of those who are ill, in the doctor’s surgeries, hospitals, and those who go unto people in their homes, Lord help them to do their duties, and may their services ever improve and strengthen. Keep them safe through these difficult times
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
Those Who Mourn
Risen Lord, we bring before You those who mourn. For Lord, we know that those who have passed from this life are greeted as Your children in the heavenly realms, and we know that this is the comfort open to all. We pray Lord that those who mourn may know the certainty of faith sufficient to assure them that death is not the end, and we shall see again those who have gone before us. We remember especially those who have died of this virus, and all whose passing has lacked the usual marking. We Pray for Rev'd David Howarth's family and friends, as He goes to join his wife safe in the arms of Jesus. We pray too for the family and friends of Dame Vera Lynn, who brought so much comfort in times of trial.
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
Those who yet do not know Christ
God our Father, we pray for all those who have yet to come to the Gospel. We know there are so many, not in far and distant lands but in the community around us. Lord may they know sufficient curiosity to ask and find those who can give them true and honest answers. We ask that we may be a help to those around us, in every way that You need us to be. We may be denied the sight of many, but help us to be heard speaking of You.
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
Ourselves and our faith
God our Father, we pray for ourselves, for we are not always as certain as we should be, Lord, give us strengthened Confidence in You. We ask when we are in need, we remember to turn to You and to hear Your eternal message to us, that always are freely given to our comfort and aid. We ask that when we are busy and worried, You will remind us that even then, we can depend on You. We pray that we may see You at work in our lives, and the lives of those dear to us. Lord, make us ever more and more happy that we are Saved by You.
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
Gracious God, we have prayed and we know that You have heard our prayers. May we this coming week be mindful of You, and see You at work in the world. Amen.
Sunday 14th June 2020
11th Sunday of Ordinary Time
12th Sunday of Quarantine
Hymns in Most Hymnals, words on Hymnary, and recordings on spotify
Call to worship: Psalm 116
Hymn Come Let us Sing of a Wonderful Love
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn My God! I Know, I feel Thee mine
1st Reading: Genesis 18:1-15
2nd Reading: Romans 5:1-8
3rd Reading: Matthew 9:35-10:23
Hymn Come Sinners to the Gospel Feast
Sermon
Hymn There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
The Grace
Originally preached as Dersingham Evening Service 16th June 2019
Trinity Sunday
All hymns from Hymns and Psalms and most on spotify (see note at third hymn)
Call to worship Psalm 73 20:28
Hymn 452 The God of Abraham praise
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn 59 The Lord Jehovah reigns
1st Reading: Exodus 3:1-15
Offering
2nd Reading: John 3:1-17
Hymn 570 Thanks be to God, whose church on earth (Not on Spotify, can sing Now Thank We All Our God, which is, in lieu)
Sermon
Hymn 429 Out of the depths I cry to thee
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn 255 Crown him with many crowns
The Grace
Note: A reference is made to a previous controversial sermon I preached. This was on the question of Same-Sex Marriage, and I shall post that one at some point in the future.
As there is only a sermon this week, below are the prayers then used at that service for those without a prayerbook, slightly amended to present circumstances. The underlined parts are headings, those in italics are optional for if you have particular people to pray for.
Prayer of Adoration
Unto You Our God we render our praises, joining our prayers with those of Christians throughout the world, and the ages, praising our Triune God. We praise God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. This day we especially revel in the glorious wondrous mystery that this comprises. We praise That these three in one have always been, and in our own age move admist the hearts and minds of men, and preserve the souls of us in the life here and hereafter. We praise them now and revel in the praises to come in the eternal life, when we shall see the Godhead enthroned. Praise be unto the father and to the son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen
Prayer of Confession
Forgiving Father, who as the Son endured so much for our sakes, we make our confession of our sins. We have committed sins against others, and against You, as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We admit all the bad things we have done, and confess them. We say, Lord God, we are sorry for all the wrongful things we have done, in word, deed and thought, against others and You. We are mindful of Your Love for us, and remember that when we are sorry, You cleanse us and say, Your Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed of our sins, and set aright once more, and we ask You to strengthen us, so that we might be more able to resist sin. We thank You Lord for Your forgiveness, and all the things You will do for us in the days to come. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Unto You our Most Great and Glorious Father Son and Holy Spirit, We offer up our thanks for all the wonderful things you have done for us. We give thanks for the gifts of the everyday, food to eat, water and more to drink, as well as the wonderful gifts of marriage, of friendship, fellowship and all the others we can enjoy. We thank You for the gift of our Faith, that we can know You, now in our lives, and forever in the life hereafter. Thank You God, Amen
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 trespasses,
As we forgive them that trespass against us,
And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from Evil
For thine is the Kingdom, The Power and the Glory
Forever and Ever Amen
Prayers of Intercession
We bring our prayers of Intercession before God to ask his help in the world, as in the traditional way there is a response, after the words “Triune God Hear us” the response is, “Triune God Graciously Hear us”
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Those in Material Want
O Lord we bring before You those who are in want of material things, be it of food, of water, of shelter or anything else that is necessary to life. Lord, we know that their stories are many and varied, as are their needs. So we ask that where we can help their relief from want, we shall know how to do so, and shall set to it with a will. Where we cannot help them with our hands, we pray for the hands and hearts of others to be moved to help with all possible speed. We pray for all who are afraid of the coming days, those who fear the actions of governments, neighbours or the devil, may their fears not be realised.
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Those in Sickness
We pray for those who are ill. We pray for those whose sickness is but seasonal or of short duration. We pray especially at this time of pandemic for all those who are afflicted with the coronavirus, God, aid them. We pray for those whose ailments are long lasting or slow to heal. God grant them healing if it be possible, and comfort in all cases. We pray too for doctors, nurses, carers, porters and all those who work in healthcare to the aid of others, give them strength and keep them from tiredness and error. We pray too for those who labour to find new cures and treatment, please God, bless their hands and their efforts, that they may know much success and never want for ideas. We bring before You O God those whose illnesses are known to us....(here you may name anyone you particularly wish to pray for who is ill)
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Those in mourning and despair
We bring before You those who mourn, Lord, we ask that they may know the comforts of Your Gospel and its truth, that they may be shielded from despair, by being certain of the Resurrection and the promise of the Life Hereafter. Here you may name those who mourn or who you know who have gone to glory and wish to pray for.
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto God
We pray Lord God for all those who work for the Church. We pray for this Church and Circuit, tending the flame of the Spirit amidst our broad skies and comfortable homes. We pray for the Church throughout Britain, that it may grow and prosper as never before, for we see again and again in history how the Church can revive, and we ask for such again. We pray for the Church in lands abroad, asking that the Church may flourish in every corner of the world, and be safe from the devil and all who would frustrate Your works. We pray for those who lack the knowledge of You our God, whether they be in total ignorance, know but little of the Gospel, or if they know all but the surety of faith. We ask God that we may be a help to those we can to know You, as Father Son and Holy Spirit. For those we cannot reach, we pray for every vocal Christians abroad in the world and able to help spread the news of You, that their tongues might speak freely and that ears may be open to hear of what You did for us all.
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Those who labour unto the World
We pray for those who endeavour to keep this world going. We pray for governments and administrations, especially remembering our own in these difficult times, Lord, be their guide and help. May the desire to be a Godly people light the hearts of all, so that evil shall be stopped. We pray too for the Royal Family, Lord, guard and guide them just as You do us, and May they all know and faithfully serve you.
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Our close kin and neighbours
We pray for those folk who are around about us, for one another, may we be a truly Christian family even as we cannot meet. We pray for the neighbours of this house, varied in needs and wants, that those who are in need may be helped, and that they may know always that they may come to come us for aid, no matter their need. We especially remember to You those whose difficulties weigh upon our hearts.
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Ourselves
We pray for our own needs Lord, for we are so often weak and weary. We ask that You help us all in our difficulties, whatever they may be. We ask to be strong for ourselves and others, that we may know much help and relief and be strong and sure in the faith. We ask that those things we long for may be known to us as fulfilments of Your promises.
Triune God Hear us
Triune God Graciously Hear us
Assurance of prayers being heeded
Lord we pray, knowing that when we pray, You hear us, and our prayers shall not want for answer. Thanks be unto You, Father Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
Order of Service
Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Call to worship: Psalm 104:33-35
Hymn All Creatures of Our God and King
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Breathe on me breath of God
1st Reading: Acts 2: 1-21
2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 12: 3b-13
3rd Reading: John 20: 19-23
Hymn Gracious Spirit, Holy Ghost
Sermon
Hymn O thou who camest from above
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn My God! I know I feel thee mine
The Grace
Originally preached at Heacham and Highgate 22nd April 2018 - Recording made at Highgate
All Hymns in Hymns and Psalms, or on spotify NB with change
Preached upon the 4th Sunday of Easter
Call to worship: Psalm 23
Hymn 610 I come with Joy to meet my Lord
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn 257 How sweet the name of Jesus sounds in a believer’s ear!
1st Reading: 1 John 3:16-24 (Epistle)
Offering
2nd Reading: John 10:11-18 (Gospel)
Hymn 263 Jesus the Good Shepherd is OR Jesus the name High Over All (if using playlist)
Sermon
Hymn 429 Out of the depths I cry to Thee
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn 767 Give me the faith which can remove
The Grace
Note: This was recorded on an earlier 'phone so apologies for quality issues.
Domestic worship, Should have been at North Lynn 17th May 2020
6th Sunday of Easter (8th Sunday of Quarantine)
Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify
Call to worship: Psalm 66:8-12
Hymn All heaven declares
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn We have a gospel to proclaim
1st Reading: Acts 17:22-31
2nd Reading: 1 Peter 3:13-22
3rd Reading: John 14:15-21
Hymn To God be the Glory
Sermon
Hymn And can it be?
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn At the name of Jesus
The Grace
Domestic worship, Should have been at Snettisham 10th May 2020
5th Sunday of Easter (7th Sunday of Quarantine)
Hymns in most hymnals and on Spotify here
Call to worship Psalm 31
Hymn Away with our fears
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Rejoice the Lord is King
1st Reading: Acts 7:55-60
2nd Reading: 1 Peter 2:2-10
3rd Reading: John 14:1-14
Hymn What a friend we have in Jesus
Sermon
Hymn I know that my redeemer lives
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Give me the faith which can remove
The Grace
I wasn't due to preach this Sunday, and had no obvious sermon to hand in line with the Easter season.
Given that in the last few days "Captain Tom" has reminded us of how much the wartime generations did and continue to do, I decided to publish today my sermon from Remembrance Sunday last year. That was preached at Pott Row, a chapel whose congregation includes a member who served in WWII, those who were of the "National Service" generations, and others who like myself were born and raised long after. The building itself has stood for over a century and a half, and has seen times of peace and war without its walls.
An Order of service is below, which you can follow with any prayerbook you have to hand, or simply praying in your own way.
Call to Worship: Psalm 17:5-8
Hymn O God our help in ages past
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn The Lord’s my shepherd
1st Reading Romans 8:26-39 NOT 36
2nd Reading John 15:9-17
Prayers of Intercession
Offering
Hymn Eternal Father, strong to save
Act of Remembrance
Hymn Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us
Sermon
Hymn Abide with me
The Grace
A combination of prayers and sermon with a follow-along order of service, for all whom it may help, in lieu of the service I would have conducted at Heacham Methodist Church this day had circumstances permitted.
Hymn Recordings may be found here
Domestic Worship (Should have been Heacham) 26th April 2020
All Hymns are in Singing the Faith, Mission Praise and most other hymnals (And available via spotify)
3rd Sunday of Easter (5th Sunday of Quarantine)
Call to worship: Psalm 116
Hymn: Come let us sing of a wonderful love
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn At the Name of Jesus
1st Reading: Acts 2:14a, 36-41
2nd Reading: Luke 24:13-35
Hymn Abide with Me
Sermon
Hymn Blessed Assurance Jesus is Mine
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn We have a Gospel to proclaim
The Grace
A sermon preached for this year's 2nd Sunday of Easter in our difficulties. Doubting Thomas and the Gospel Message.
Readings (If you click on the link it should take you to Bible Gateway)
1 Peter 1:3-9
Acts 2:14-32
John 20:19-31
Suggested Hymns (available on the spotify playlist)
What a friend we have in Jesus
All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name
Jesus the Name High over all
Rejoice the Lord is King
And can it be?
A Sermon preached Easter Sunday 2019 At North Lynn Methodist Church, the order of service used then is below, and you may find many of the hymns here.
Introit – All heaven declares
Call to Worship Psalm 118:22-24
Hymn – In the Garden
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Christ the Lord is Risen Today
1st Reading 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Offering
2nd Reading John 20:1-23 and 30-31
Hymn Low in the Grave he lay
Sermon
Hymn To God be the Glory
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn Thine be the Glory
The Grace
The Reading for today is Matthew 27 (all of it)
Hymns for use with the sermon may be found here
Recommended for today are:
The Old Rugged Cross
O Come and mourn with me a while
When I survey the Wondrous cross
There is a green hill far away
Prayers and a sermon for Palm Sunday, a (provisional) order of service is below, do fit to your means/tastes with Palm Sunday hymns
Prayers
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn Ride on, ride on in majesty/All glory laud and honour
Reading: Matthew 21:1-11
Sermon
Hymn Ride on, Jesus, all-victorious/Children of Jerusalem/ At the Name of Jesus
Prayers of Intercession
The Grace
Some of the hymns available here
The Reading if you have no bible may be found here
A service for worship at home &c, which were it not for Coronavirus would have been conducted at Dersingham and Highgate Methodist Churches in the West Norfolk Circuit on 29th March 2020. Designed for following at home, with your own bible and a hymnal. Order of Service as follows:
Call to worship: Psalm 130
Hymn: O For a Thousand Tongues to sing
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn O God our help in Ages past
1st Reading: Romans 8: 6-11
2nd Reading: John 11:1-45
Hymn Abide With Me
Sermon
Hymn And Can it be?
Prayers of Intercession
Hymn God be with you ‘til we meet again
The Grace
A Spotify playlist curated by myself does contain all these hymns.
A sermon preached at South Wootton Methodist Church, Norfolk, England, 31st March 2019, Mothering Sunday (4th Sunday in Lent). Uploaded for Mothering Sunday 2020. God be with you all.
Readings: 1 Samuel 1: 20-28
Colossians 3:12-17
Call to worship: Psalm 34: 11-14
Hymns used in the service:
All praise to our redeeming Lord
May the mind of Christ my Saviour
God of Eve and God of Mary
Thou God of Truth and Love
Tell out my soul
A sermon given at South Wootton Methodist Church, Norfolk, England, on the 3rd Sunday of Lent, 2020, (15th March). This was the last service I preached before the Churches were closed for the duration of the Coronavirus outbreak. I did tackle it in the sermon as best I could.
The Readings were: Romans 5:1-11 and John 14:16-31, the pew bibles at this church are Good News Bibles.
The hymns used were:
Come Holy ghost, our hearts inspire
Come down, O Love divine
My God! I know, I feel thee mine
And Can it be?
Amazing Grace