Order of Worship
First United Methodist Church Sanger
August 2, 2026
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If you are new to the Sanger family and would like to share further in the life of the church, please complete the “Welcome” card in the back of the pew in front of you and place it in the offering plate.
Gathering “This is the Day” UMH #657
Greeting/Announcements
Call to Worship
Leader: In the quiet of the night, and in the busyness of the day, God meets us.
People say: We come into His presence just as we are—weary, hopeful, and seeking His blessing.
Leader: When our own strength fails, and our clever schemes run out, the Lord remains faithful.
People say: He breaks our pride to heal our souls; He humbles us to lift us up.
Leader: Let us drop our defenses and step into holy ground.
All say: Let us worship the God who knows our name, heals our wounds, and holds us in His everlasting arms!
Opening Prayer
* Hymn of Praise & Celebration UMH #133
“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”
*Affirmation of Faith UMH #881
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth;
And in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord;
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, dead, and buried;*
the third day he rose from the dead;
he ascended into heaven,
and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty;
from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic** church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen
*Gloria Patri UMH # 70
Celebrate our Joys
If you have joy and want to celebrate with your church family, please do so at this time. (Birthdays and Anniversaries included)
Sharing Our Concerns/Pastoral Prayer/Lord’s Prayer
If you have a prayer that you would like to share with the church. Fill out a prayer card and place it in the offering. During this time, the congregation is invited to offer up their concerns for others by speaking their name or by typing their name into the “chat” box on Facebook. Please offer only their first name to protect their privacy. After each name is raised, let the congregation respond: “In Your Mercy: Lord, hear our prayer.”
Passing of the Peace
The Peace of Christ be with you! Also, with you!
Scripture Reading Genesis 32:22-32
L: This is the Word of God, for the people of God.
P: Thanks be to God!
Offertory “Spirit of the Living God” UMH #393
*The Doxology UMH # 95
Praise God from whom all blessings flow
Praise him, all creatures here below
Praise him, above ye heavenly host
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen
Kids’ Time
Hymn of Preparation UMH #174
“His Name is Wonderful”
His Name is Wonderful. His Name is Wonderful
His Name is Wonderful. Jesus My Lord.
He is the Mighty King, Master of everything
His Name is Wonderful. Jesus My Lord
He’s the Great Shephard. The Rock of All Ages
Almighty God is He
Bow down before Him, Love and Ador Him
His Name is Wonderful. Jesus My Lord
Message Pastor Ray Morgan
“Blessing of the Limp!”
Holy Communion Pastor Ray Morgan
Hymn of Discipleship (adaptation) UMH #593
Leader: You have heard my word proclaimed. Millions yearn to know my name. Hear me as I call again. Whom shall I send?
Congregation: Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord? I have heard you calling in the night. I will go, Lord, if you lead me. I will hold your people in my heart.
Benediction
Going Forth: Closing Prayer Song by Don Besig (Back Cover of the UMC Hymnal)
Opportunities for Involvement and Ministry
Each Sunday
9:30 – Worship
10:45 – Sunday School
Worship Leaders
Ray Morgan –Pastor
Royce Space– Music leader
Phillis Rewis–Pianist
Kathleen Hedges– Technical Assistant
Greg Hedges – Lay Reader (Liturgist)
First United Methodist Church
115 N. 5th Street
Sanger, Texas 76266
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