FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
WELCOME TO OLDTOWN
North Attleborough, MA — July 28, 2024
Ministers: ALL of our Members and Friends
Pastor & Teacher: The Rev. Kelly Thibeault
Welcome to the Oldtown Church!
We are so glad that you have chosen to worship with us today. We invite you to join in on the bold print in the bulletin and to stand as you are able any time you see a ⇑. The restrooms are out the back door of the sanctuary to the right, as is a little space in case your little one needs a walkabout. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, and please join us for fellowship after worship!
Please remember to mute your devices during worship.
PRELUDE
GATHERING MUSIC
WELCOME / WORSHIP WAYS
A MOMENT TO LET GO / OPENING PRAYER
CALL TO WORSHIP
Happy are we
When we are greeted with open arms.
Happy are we
When our mistakes and missteps are forgiven.
Happy are we
When we are loved, even if we are not lovable.
Happy are we
When we learn to accept and receive God’s grace.
⇑ HYMN C#543–”Blessed Assurance”
SHARING TIME
Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus,
To reach out and touch Him and say that we love Him.
Open our ears, Lord, and help us to listen.
Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus.
STORYTIME: Trying by Kobi Yamada
SCRIPTURE LESSON: Isaiah 41:8-10 (NRSVUE)
SERMON–”Just Keep Trying”
PREPARING FOR PRAYER
In moments like these, I sing out a song,
I sing out a love song to Jesus.
In moments like these, I lift up my hands,
I lift up my hands to the lord.
Singing, “I love you, Lord.” Singing, “I love you, Lord.”
Singing, “I love you, Lord, I love you.”
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE and 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 debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
CHORAL RESPONSE
OFFERING OUR THANKS
GIFT OF MUSIC
⇑ DOXOLOGY (Old Hundredth)
Praise God from whom all blessings flow
Praise God, all creatures here below
Praise God above, Ye heavenly host,
Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost! Amen.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
FOR LOVE OF CHURCH
⇑ SENDING HYMN C#489–”Bless Now, O God, The Journey”
⇑ BENEDICTION
⇑ BENEDICTION RESPONSE (C#444)
Let us now depart in thy peace, blessed Jesus.
Send us to our homes with God’s love in our hearts.
Let not the busy world claim all our loyalties.
Keep us ever mindful, dear Lord, of thee.
POSTLUDE
*** Our worship has ended; let our service begin! ***
The Oldtown Message
July 28, 2024
OLDTOWN CALENDAR
Sun July 28: NO HOUSEHOLD HUDDLE
~ Worship 10am
Wed July 31: Coffee Connection 10am-noon
Sun August 4: Household Huddle 9:30am
~ Worship 10am
Wed August 7: Coffee Connection 10am-noon
Check our Online Calendar for even more Oldtown, denominational, and local events, free webinars, and other resources!! Have something you’d like added to the calendar? Email calendar@oldtownucc.org with all the information, and we’ll get it posted.
OLDTOWN PRAYER LIST
Edmond, Sarah, Edi & John, Nancy, Teagan, Dan, Judy, Lynn, David, Sherri, Roxanne, Lynne, Louis, Nick, Frank, Catherine, Ben, Jim & Marcia, Brianna, Duane, Samuel, Jill, Tammy, Bob, Cyndy, Christi, Marianne, Hailey, Don, Claudia, Megan, Matthew, Maria, Madison, the Roux/Dorr family, Kes, Scott, the Miranda/K family, Brian, Michael, Wendy, Rich, Levi, Ellen, Tara, Sandy, Thyra, John, Pete, Bob, Paul, Kristen, Laurie, Amy, Nikki, Gloria, Scott L., Jesse.
To add a name to the list, email Pastor Kelly at PastorKelly@Oldtownucc.org, text 508-695-1713, or drop a note in the offering plate.
MISSIONS SUMMER COLLECTION
Each week, we will be collecting different items
Aug 4: Cleaning Week – cleaning and paper products
Aug 11: Hygiene Week – oral & personal hygiene products
Aug 18: Cereals – Any kind
Aug 25: Lunch Box Snacks –roll-ups, bars, snack packs, etc.
OLDTOWN UPDATE EMAIL
Do you get our Friday Email, aka “The Oldtown Update”? Our Oldtown Update is like a weekly newsletter that lets everyone know what is going on in Oldtown. If you do not receive it and would like to, drop a note in the offering with your email address or let Pastor Kelly know. Subscribe to our Friday Email Updates online, or let Pastor Kelly know your email address.
STEWARDSHIP CORNER
Weekly Giving
- Last week, we welcomed 41 people in worship, and our total giving to the church for the week was $1,411.43, which is $26.81 more than expected.
- So far, this year’s congregational giving has been $2,700 more than expected. Keep up the great work!!
Monthly Finances for June
- Our June fundraising was $700 less than expected. Fundraising always slows down a little during the summer months. Thanks to all who continue to help!
- In June, our budgeted income was $2,200 less than expected, while our budgeted expenses were $2,000 less than expected.
- For the year, our total income is $1,200 more than our total expenses!
When facing the trials of this life, remember that God does not promise that we will not face adversity. In fact, Jesus tells us that we will face troubles, but that we should not be afraid because He has overcome them! God is always with us and will support, protect, and defend us through all of life’s challenges.
I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
~ Joshua 1:9 (NRSVUE)
First Congregational Church, UCC of North Attleborough
(Oldtown Church)
675 Old Post Road, North Attleborough, MA 02760
508-695-1713
Pastor Kelly’s email: PastorKelly@oldtownucc.org
Church Email: church@oldtownucc.org
Website: www.oldtownucc.org
YouTube: www.youtube.com/oldtownucc
Facebook: www.facebook.com/oldtownucc
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Learn more about our denomination: www.ucc.org