Online Bulletin

Sunday, August 2

Order of Worship

Prelude-“Vision Fugitives,”
op. 22, no. 8 by S. Prokofiev

Welcome

Call to Worship

Opening Song-"Blessed Assurance"
Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine!
O what a foretaste of glory divine!
Heir of salvation, purchase of God,
Born of his Spirit, washed in his blood.

This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long!
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long!

Perfect submission, perfect delight,
Visions of rapture now burst on my sight.
Angels descending bring from above
Echoes of mercy, whispers of love

This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long!
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long!

Perfect submission, all is at rest;
I in my Savior am happy and blest.
Watching and waiting, looking above
Filled with His goodness, lost in His love.

This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long!
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long!

Prayer of Confession

Glory to God, Whose Goodness Shines on Me
Glory to God, whose goodness shines on me,
And to the Son, whose grace has pardoned me
And to the Spirit, whose love has set me free
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be. Amen.

World without end, without end. Amen.
World without end, without end. Amen.
World without end, without end. Amen.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be. Amen.

Offering

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading (Hebrews 9:1-22)

Sermon-“All for Us”

Prayers of the People

Communion
“Holy, Holy”
Holy, holy, holy, holy,
God of power, God of might,
Heaven and earth are full of your glory
Hosanna in the highest!
Blessed is the one, blessed is the one,
blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna! Hosanna!
Hosanna in the highest!
Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours,
now and forever. Amen.

Closing Song-“Wade in the Water”
Wade in the water
Wade in the water
Children wade, in the water
God's gonna trouble the water
Wade in the water
Wade in the water
Children wade, in the water
God's gonna trouble the water
God's gonna trouble the water
God's gonna trouble the water

Closing Message

This Week

Today, 10:45 AM: Virtual Fellowship
Today, 11:15 AM: Adult Sunday School
Today, 2 PM: Justice & Peace Ministry Team (JPMT) Meeting
Wednesday, 9 AM-1 PM: Food Donation Drop-off
Wednesday, 10 AM: Online Bible Study
Friday, 11:30 AM: Intercessory Prayer

Announcements

We are united in ministry:
Disciples of Christ (Christian Church)
Presbyterian (USA)
United Church of Christ
United Methodist
We know that being four denominations is unique and may leave you with some questions. Learn more about how a multi-denominational approach works and who we are: www.ucpreston.org/who-we-are
Whether this is your first time worshiping with us, or if you have been part of our online community, let us know you are here! Fill out a Connect Card so we can connect with you.

Sunday's Happenings

Virtual Fellowship, 10:45 AM
Bring your favorite morning beverage and come as you are to virtual fellowship! This is a time to share together with no specific agenda, just fellowship. Click here to Zoom in.

Adult Sunday School, 11:15 AM
A three-week series on Faith and Racial Justice: Changing Systems and Structures. Faith and Racial Justice invites you to formulate your own Christian-rooted response to racism. The goal of the study is to challenge our own thinking about racism, its causes and its impact, while helping us discern practical steps to address it. By encouraging new spiritual practices and informed action, it cultivates an expanding community of Christians who work to dismantle racism in their respective contexts. Learn more.

Justice & Peace Ministry Team (JPMT Meeting), 2 PM
Be a part of the discussion on what we can do as a faith community to promote social justice. The Zoom link is available here.

Opportunities for Children

In Worship
Weekly in worship, there is a special time for children, called Children's Time. It's a meaningful message for children of all ages, and a great way to keep your children engaged through worship.

Vacation Bible School, August 24-28
Given the success of VBS in the beginning of July, we are excited to announce that are offering it again. Those with children unable to attend in July, this is for you! We will use the same materials and structure from the first VBS, with pre-recorded components and daily class time on Zoom.
Children enjoy energizing, Bible-based good times from the safety of their homes as they explore where God’s power can take them. Cost: $15. Click here to sign-up. Those registered by August 7 will receive a package at home with the supplies needed for the craft and science stations as well as the music and bible lessons.

Thank you for your continued giving. Consistency in your giving helps us to carry out God's work. We appreciate your support as we continue ministering digitally, cultivating connection building and growing in our faith together. Ways to give:

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Sunday, July 26

Order of Worship

Welcome

Call to Worship

Opening Song-“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”
Love divine, all loves excelling,
Joy of heaven to earth come down,
fix in us thy humble dwelling,
all thy faithful mercies crown.
Jesus, thou art all compassion;
pure, unbounded love thou art;
visit us with thy salvation;
enter every trembling heart.

Come, Almighty to deliver,
let us all thy life receive;
suddenly return, and never,
nevermore thy temples leave.
Thee we would be always blessing,
serve thee as thy hosts above,
pray and praise thee without ceasing,
glory in thy perfect love.

Finish, then, thy new creation;
pure and spotless let us be;
let us see thy great salvation
perfectly restored in thee:
changed from glory into glory,
till in heaven we take our place,
till we cast our crowns before thee,
lost in wonder, love, and praise.

Prayer of Confession

World without end, without end. Amen.
World without end, without end. Amen.
World without end, without end. Amen.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be. Amen.

Offering

Song-“It Is Well with My Soul”
When peace like a river attendeth my way,
when sorrows like sea billows roll,
whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say,

It is well, it is well, with my soul
It is well with my soul
It is well, it is well, with my soul

He lives: O the bliss of this glorious thought.
My sin, not in part but the whole,
is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more.
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!

Lord, hasten the day when our faith shall be sight,
the clouds be rolled back like a scroll,
the trumpet shall sound, and the Lord shall descend;
even so it is well with my soul.

It is well with my soul
It is well, it is well, with my soul
It is well with my soul
It is well, it is well, with my soul

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading (2 Corinthians 5:1-10)

Sermon-“Longing for Home”

Song-“Faith Begins by Letting Go”
Faith begins by letting go,
giving up what had seemed sure,
taking risks and pressing on,
though the way feels less secure:
pilgrimage both right and odd,
trusting all our life to God.

Faith endures by holding on,
keeping memory’s roots alive
so that hope may bear its fruit;
promise-fed, our souls will thrive,
not through merit we possess
but by God’s great faithfulness.

Faith matures by reaching out,
stretching minds, enlarging hearts,
sharing struggles, living prayer,
binding up the broken parts;
till we find the commonplace
ripe with witness to God’s grace.

Prayers of the People

Lord's Prayer
Our Father who is in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
as we have also forgiven our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom,
and the power and the glory forever.
Amen.

Closing Message

This Week

Today, 10:45 AM: Virtual Fellowship
Today, 11:15 AM: Adult Sunday School
Wednesday, 9 AM-1 PM: Food Donation Drop-off
Wednesday, 10 AM: Online Bible Study
Friday, 11:30 AM: Intercessory Prayer
Saturday, 12 PM-3 PM: Food Donation Drop-off

Announcements

We are united in ministry:
Disciples of Christ (Christian Church)
Presbyterian (USA)
United Church of Christ
United Methodist
We know that being four denominations is unique and may leave you with some questions. Learn more about how a multi-denominational approach works & who we are: www.ucpreston.org/who-we-are
Fill out a Connect Card so we can connect with you.

Sunday's Happenings

Children's Ministry (Godly Play), 9:30 AM
Each Sunday, at 9:30 AM, children are invited to Godly Play, where they grow in their faith through story and play. Connect on Zoom by emailing Pastor Beth for the link. All are welcome!
Children's Time: Weekly in worship, there is a special time for children, called Children's Time. It's a meaningful message for children of all ages, and a great way to keep your children engaged through worship.

Virtual Fellowship, 10:45 AM
This is time to share together with no specific agenda, just fellowship. If you are new, this is a great opportunity to connect with others. Click here to Zoom in.

Adult Sunday School, Sunday, 11:15 AM, Zoom
Explore how our Christian faith speaks to issues of contemporary thought and society. This Sunday's topic is Liberation Theology. All are welcome. Use this link to Zoom in.

Prayer centers us and nourishes us on our spiritual journey. Ways to seek and offer prayer:
Intercessory Prayer Group, Fridays, 11:30 AM
Led by Pastor Marcus, the prayer group prays over the phone (audio only, no video). Call (605) 313-4446 at 11:30 AM on Fridays. When prompted, enter access code: 272-242.
Prayer Requests
You can submit a prayer request at any time, on any day, using our Prayer Request Form.

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Giving Back to the Community
Food Donations
We continue to be the church through our service to the community. We our collecting food items for local residents. Needed items: flour, sugar, oil, oatmeal, fruit cups and disinfection wipes. Drop off dates: July 29 (9 AM-1 PM) & August 1 (12-3 PM). Learn more about the drop off procedures.

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Sunday, July 19

Order of Worship

Prelude-“Wade in the Water”

Welcome

Call to Worship

Opening Song-“Shall We Gather at the River”
Shall we gather at the river, where bright angel feet have trod
with its crystal tide forever flowing by the throne of God?
Yes, we'll gather at the river,
the beautiful, the beautiful river;
gather with the saints at the river
that flows by the throne of God.

Ere we reach the shining river, lay we every burden down
grace our spirits will deliver, and provide a robe and crown
Yes, we'll gather at the river,
the beautiful, the beautiful river;
gather with the saints at the river
that flows by the throne of God.

Soon we’ll reach the shining river; soon our pilgrimage will cease
soon our happy hearts will quiver with the melody of peace.
Yes, we'll gather at the river,
the beautiful, the beautiful river;
gather with the saints at the river
that flows by the throne of God.

Prayer of Confession

Glory to God Whose Goodness Shines on Me

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading (John 2:13-25)

Sermon: “Jesus Protest Is Tribute”

Song-“Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation”
Christ is made the sure foundation,
Christ the head and cornerstone,
chosen of the Lord and precious,
binding all the church in one;
holy Zion’s help forever,
and our confidence alone.

To this temple, where we call you,
come, O Lord of hosts, and stay;
come, with all your loving kindness;
hear your people as we pray,
and your fullest benediction
shed within these walls today.

Here bestow on all your servants
what they seek from you to gain;
what they gain from you, forever
with the blessed to retain;
and hereafter in your glory
evermore with you to reign.

Prayers of the People

Lord’s Prayer
Our Father who is in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom,
the power and the glory forever.
Amen.

Closing Song-“How Lovely Lord”
How lovely, Lord, how lovely is your abiding place;
my soul is longing, fainting, to feast upon your grace.
The sparrow finds a shelter, a place to build her nest;
and so your temple calls us within its walls to rest.

In your blest courts of worship, O God, a single day
is better than a thousand if I from you should stray.
I’d rather keep the entrance and claim you as my Lord
than revel in the riches the ways of sin afford.

A sun and shield forever are you, O Lord Most High;
you shower us with blessings; no good will you deny.
The saints, of grace receiving, from strength to strength shall go,
and from your life shall rivers of blessing overflow.

Closing Message

This Week

Today, 10:45 AM: Virtual Fellowship
Today, 11:15 AM: Adult Sunday School
Wednesday, 9 AM-1 PM: Food Donation Drop-off
Wednesday, 10 AM: Online Bible Study
Thursday, 7 PM: Women In The Spirit (WITS) Book Club
Friday, 11:30 AM: Intercessory Prayer

Announcements

Connect

New?
Welcome! We are united in ministry: Disciples of Christ (Christian Church), Presbyterian (USA), United Church of Christ and United Methodist. We know that being four denominations is unique and may leave you with some questions. Learn more about how a multi-denominational approach works & who we are: www.ucpreston.org/who-we-are
Fill out a Connect Card so we can connect with you.

Virtual Fellowship, today, 10:45 AM
Come as you are to virtual fellowship! This is time to share together with no specific agenda, just fellowship. If you are new, this is a great opportunity to connect with others. Click here to Zoom in.

Summer Series

The Church Has Left the Building
Part of today's service takes place outside the walls of our building as we venture to a local park. See if you know where we are as you worship with us. Learn more about our 2020 Summer Sermon series, The Church Has Left the Building.

Children

Children's Ministry
There are many opportunities for children to grow, connect and learn. Weekly in worship, there is a special time for children, called Children's Time. It's a meaningful message for children of all ages, and a great way to keep your children engaged through worship.
Each Sunday, at 9:30 AM, children are invited to Godly Play, where they grow in their faith through story and play. Connect on Zoom by emailing Pastor Beth for the link. All are welcome!

Grow

Online Bible Study, Wednesdays, 10 AM
Deepen your relationship with Christ and with others through Bible Study. Each week explores a different topic, especially as they relate to our current situation. Upcoming topic: Holy Spirit. All are welcome. Contact Pastor Beth for the Zoom link.

Women In The Spirit (WITS) Book Club, Thursday, July 23, 7 PM
This month's reading is Flash by Rachel Anne Ridge. It is a true story about Ridge adopting a homeless donkey, Flash, in a dark time in her life. Her account shares what Flash taught her about faith and life. Join in the discussion using this Zoom link. (Meeting ID: 865 3421 5165; Password: 576883)

Care

Care Calls
On Monday, July 20, the Congregational Care Ministry (CCM) will begin making phone calls to check in with our members and friends. Expect a call soon!

Intercessory Prayer, Fridays, 11:30 AM
Share prayer concerns and pray for others through intercessory prayer led by Pastor Marcus. The prayer group will pray over the phone (audio only, no video). Contact Pastor Marcus to get the conference call number and access code. All are welcome.

Thank you for your continued giving. Consistency in your giving helps us to carry out God's work in this uncharted time. We appreciate your support as we continue ministering digitally, cultivating connection building and growing in our faith together.
Ways to give:
Online
Mail (11508 North Shore Drive, Reston, VA 20190)
Drop-off your offering on Wednesdays, 9 AM-1 PM
Text "GIVE" to 571-620-6559

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Online Worship for Sunday, July 12

Order of Worship

Prelude-“All Creatures of our God”

Welcome

Call to Worship

Opening Song-"God of Wonders"
Lord of all creation
Of water earth and sky
The heavens are Your Tabernacle
Glory to the Lord on high

God of wonders beyond our galaxy
You are holy, holy
The universe declares Your majesty
You are holy, holy

Hallelujah
Lord of Heaven and Earth
Hallelujah
Lord of Heaven and Earth

Early in the morning
I will celebrate the light
When I stumble in the darkness
I will call Your name by night

God of wonders beyond our galaxy
You are holy, holy
The universe declares Your majesty
You are holy, holy

Hallelujah
Lord of Heaven and Earth sing
Hallelujah
Lord of Heaven and Earth

God of wonders beyond our galaxy
You are holy, holy
The universe declares Your majesty
You are holy, holy

Prayer of Confession

Glory to God Whose Goodness Shines on Me

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading (Psalm 137)

Song-“On the Willows”
Total Praise Liturgical Dance, vocals by Cheryl Fields & Indira

On the willows, there
We hung up our lyres
For our captors there
Required
Of us songs
And our tormentors, mirth

On the willows, there
We hung up our lyres
For our captors there
Required
Of us songs
And our tormentors, mirth

Saying
Sing us one
Of the songs of Zion
Sing us one
Of the songs of Zion
Sing us one
Of the songs of Zion
But how can we sing?
(How can we sing?)
Sing the Lord's songs?
(Sing the Lord's songs?)
In a foreign land?

On the willows, there
We hung up our lyres

Sermon

Minute for Justice

Prayers of the People

Closing Song-“By the Babylonian Rivers”

Closing Message

This Week

Today, (after Worship): Virtual Fellowship
Today, 11:15 AM: Adult Sunday School
Wednesday, 9 AM-1 PM: Food Donation Drop-off
Wednesday, 10 AM: Online Bible Study
Friday, 11:30 AM: Intercessory Prayer
Friday, 7 PM: Racial Justice Discussion

Announcements

Virtual Vacation Bible School (VBS)
We had a great week going to Mars and Beyond. In worship, you will see some highlights from the week! The pre-recorded components of Virtual VBS are available on our website here and on Vimeo. A big thank you to our voyagers, teachers, volunteers and all those who served to make our space journey such a success!

Adult Sunday School, Sundays, 11:15 AM
Experience a deeper faith and a Biblical sense of compassion and social responsibility through our upcoming studies. In July, discussions focus on Faith and Racial Healing. Learn more, including the reading materials and reading schedule here. We look forward to having you a part of these important conversations. All welcome.

Racial Justice Conversation, Friday, July 17, 7 PM
On Juneteenth, the Justice and Peace Ministry Team (JPMT) hosted a discussion on racial justice as we seek to live as racial justice advocates. Take part in the next discussion, focusing on white fragility, implicit bias and a tendency to commit microaggressions toward people of color. People of color are welcome as you will have much to add to the conversation from a different perspective. Guest facilitator, Dr. Landi Turner, leads the discussion.
Use this link to Zoom in.
Meeting ID: 820 6375 1027
Password: 138628
Contact Kristy Pullen, JPMT Co-Chair, with questions.

Summer Series: The Church Has Left the Building
We may have stopped worshiping in our building to protect the health and well-being of our people and our community, but we never stop doing ministry. The Church does not require a building in order to be the Church. What is required is love, compassion and the presence of God in our everyday experiences. Learn more about our 2020 Summer Series. If you are interested to serve in Worship as a Liturgist or as a Scripture Reader, sign up online!

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Online Worship for Sunday, July 5

Order of Worship

Prelude-“Oh Happy Day”

Welcome

Call to Worship

Opening Songs

“O Beautiful for Spacious Skies” & “My Country ‘Tis of Thee”

Prayer of Confession

"Glory to God Whose Goodness Shines on Me"

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading (2 Chronicles 7:12-22)

Sermon

Installation of New Officers

Inquiry of the Congregation

Prayers of the People

Closing Song-“Heal the World”
There's a place in your heart
And I know that it is love
And this place could be much
Brighter than tomorrow
And if you really try
You'll find there's no need to cry
In this place you'll feel
There's no hurt or sorrow

There are ways to get there
If you care enough for the living
Make a better place
Make a safer space

Heal the world
Make it a better place
For you and for me
And the entire human race
There are people dying
If you care enough for the living
Make it a better place
For you and for me

If you want to know why
There's love that cannot lie
Love is strong
It only cares of joyful giving
If we try we shall see
In this bliss we cannot feel
Fear of dread
We stop existing and start living

The it feels that always
Love's enough for us growing
So make a better world
Make a brighter world

Heal the world
Make it a better place
For you and for me
And the entire human race
There are people dying
If you care enough for the living
Make a better place for you and for me

And the dream we were conceived in
Will reveal a joyful face
And the world we once believed in
Will shine again in grace
Then why do we keep strangling life
Wound this earth, crucify its soul
Though it's plain to see
This world is heavenly
Be God's glow

We could fly so high
Let our spirits never die
In my heart I feel you are all my brothers
Create a world with no fear
Together we cry happy tears
See the nations turn their swords into plowshares

We could really get there
If you cared enough for the living
Make a little space
To make a better place

Heal the world
Make it a better place
For you and for me
And the entire human race
There are people dying
If you care enough for the living
Make a better place for you and for me (x3)

There are people dying
If you care enough for the living
Make a better place for you and for me

Closing Message

This Week

Today, (after Worship): Virtual Fellowship
Today, 11:15 AM: Adult Sunday School
Monday-Friday: Virtual Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Wednesday, 9 AM-1 PM: Food Donation Drop-off
Wednesday, 10 AM: Online Bible Study
Thursday, 7 PM: In The Other Room (ITOR)
Friday, 11:30 AM: Intercessory Prayer

Announcements

Adult Sunday School, today, 11:15 AM
Explore how our Christian faith speaks to issues of contemporary thought and society. Today's topic: Feminist and Womanist Theology. All are welcome. Use this link to Zoom in.

Responding to Racial Injustice

In the Other Room (ITOR), Thursday, July 9, 7 PM
ITOR discusses and reflects on current events. This month, ITOR will be discussing the book White Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo. All are welcome. Email Sue Beffel for the Zoom link.

Adult Sunday School, Sundays, 11:15 AM, July 12-August 16
Experience a deeper faith and a Biblical sense of compassion and social responsibility through our upcoming studies. In July, discussions focus on Faith and Racial Healing. In August, we focus on Faith and Racial Justice. Learn more, including the reading materials and reading schedule here. We look forward to having you a part of these important conversations.

For Children

Virtual VBS, July 6-10
To Mars and Beyond is going virtual! Children (ages 4 years old through 6th grade) are invited on a space travel adventure to explore where God’s power can take them through: Bible stories, crafts & games, science activities and music. Virtual VBS will be combination of prerecorded components and time with each class on Zoom. Learn more.

Online Bible Study, Wednesdays, 10 AM
Online Bible Study uses the BibleProject to study Biblical Themes as they relate to what is happening in the world today. Upcoming topic: hope. Download the updated reading and discussion guide here. Email Pastor Beth to receive the Zoom link to join in on Wednesdays!

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