Order of Service Sunday, August 16, 2026- Twelfth Sunday after pentecost
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Sunday Worship Service
August 16, 2026
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
Order of Worship
*Call to worship
*sing "Shout to the lord " #2074 (Black)
*Sing "Come, thou fount of every blessing" #400 (hymnal)
Prayer of Invocation
Welcome-Announcements
Offering/special music Danny & Linnea Shook
*Offering response "Doxology" #95 (hymnal)
children's message
prayers of the people-joys & Concerns L: Lord in your mercy P: hear our prayers the lord's prayer
scripture 2 corinthians 5:17-20
Message "god is not done yet" pastor oliver fabros
*sing "lord i offer my life" (screens)
*Benediction
*recessional "god be with you " #672 (Hymnal)
Announcements & Opportunities to Serve
Name Tag – please wear your name tag.
You Are Invited – after service you are invited to come and meet and greet Pastor Oliver in Fellowship Hall. Enjoy refreshments and fellowship.
Blessing of the Backpacks – Sunday, August 23rd during service.
A Time to Celebrate – Everyone is invited to help Buck & Sally Mueller celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary on August 29th from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at The Elms (Shenandoah Golf Course, 1800 S. Elm).
Bell and chancel choir - practice to begin on Wednesday, september 2nd.
We Need You! – Praise team is looking for new voices to help lead the congregation in songs each Sunday. Practice at 4:00 p.m. each Wednesday and before service each Sunday. If you can’t make it at four, warm up Sunday morning. Bell and Chancel Choirs are seeking new members as well Chancel. If you love music and want to get involved, the praise team and choirs would love to have you. Come join the fun-feel free to sing, ring, or do both!
Contact Information – Do you have a new phone number or a change of address? Do we have your birthday and anniversary date? Contact the office.
Meals on Wheels – volunteers are needed to help with delivering meals on Thursdays. A sign-up sheet is located on the counter of the Welcome Center.
Food Pantry Needs for August – Ketchup, Mustard, Spices and Seasonings, Brownie, Cookie, and Muffin Mixes, Pancake Mix and Syrup, Jelly, Pasta (any type including spaghetti noodles), Powdered Milk, Microwave Popcorn, Corn and Green Beans, Bar Soap, Body Wash, Toilet Paper.
Hispanic Center – open on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Mat Making – done for the summer.
Meals on Wheels – volunteers are needed to help with delivering meals on Thursdays. A sign-up sheet is located on the counter of the Welcome Center.
Fellowship Time – Sign-up sheets to host & provide treats after service are located downstairs.
Food Pantry Needs for July – Hamburger, Tuna, and Chicken Helpers, Spices and Condiments, Sweet Potatoes (canned), Pasta (any kind), Spaghetti Noodles, Pineapple, Cinnamon Applesauce, Cookie and Muffin Mixes, Cereal, Macaroni & Cheese, Toilet Paper, Bar Soap.
If you’re interested in joining this church, you can do so through a Profession of Faith or by Transfer from another church.
Our church software is at https://shenchurch.onechurchsoftware.com or you can download the One Church app on your smartphone.
Smile – Please note that photography & video recording may be in progress while you are here, and entry into the church signifies your release & consent to the possibility that your image may be used by Shenandoah First United Methodist Church for promotional purposes.
Praise Team: Terry Stafford (piano), Linda Haldane (keyboards), Margaret Brady (cello), Deb Finlay, Jeff Hiser, pastor David (vocals)
Facebook Sunday Host: Craig Harris
Facebook Contributors: Pastor David, Jeff Hiser, Craig Harris
Media & Website Director: Jeff Hiser Media Booth for Sunday Worship: Alan Hutchison, Jeff Hiser



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