FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
WELCOME TO OLDTOWN
North Attleborough, MA — October 13, 2024
Don’t put yourself or your faith in a box because that’s what everyone else is doing. God colors outside the lines and wants us to explore and turn over rocks to discover the goodness of life.
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. Here in Oldtown, we are all about being curious, so don’t be afraid to ask questions, and please join us for fellowship after worship!
Please remember to mute your devices during worship.
| AN INVITATION TO BE CURIOUS… As you prepare for worship this morning, think about some of the words we use here in the sanctuary. Feel free to circle words in your bulletin. |
PRELUDE
GATHERING MUSIC
WELCOME / WORSHIP WAYS
TIME OF CENTERING
Gathered here in the mystery of the hour,
Gathered here in one strong body,
Gathered here in the struggle and the power,
Spirit, draw near.
A TIME TO LET GO / OPENING PRAYER
CALL TO WORSHIP
Look all around you,
God’s love shines in the faces of others.
Look at the windows.
The light shining in reminds us that we are part of God’s world.
Look within your heart
For God is there, longing to be seen.
⇑ HYMN C#322–”O Word of God Incarnate”
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.
STORYBOOK: Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
SCRIPTURE LESSONS:
James 3:1-12 (NRSVUE) (NT 279)
| What blessings and curses have come from your mouth lately? |
SERMON – “Words”
| Words are very important. What positive words do you or should you say to yourself every day? |
| Have you ever said something that you wish you could take back? |
PREPARING FOR PRAYER
Hear our prayer, O Lord,
Hear our prayer, O Lord,
Incline thine ear to us
And grant us thy peace. Amen.
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–C323 “Wonderful Words of Life”
⇑ BENEDICTION
⇑ BENEDICTION RESPONSE (C#434)
Sent forth by God’s blessing, our true faith confessing,
The people of God from this dwelling take leave.
The service is ended, O now be extended
The fruits of our worship in all who believe.
The seed of the teaching, receptive hearts reaching,
Shall blossom in action for God and for all.
God’s grace did invite us, and love shall unite us
To work for God’s realm and to answer the call.
POSTLUDE
*** Our worship has ended; let our service begin! ***
The Oldtown Message
October 13, 2024
OLDTOWN CALENDAR
Sun October 13: NO HOUSEHOLD HUDDLE
~ Worship 10am w/Communion
~ Missions meeting after worship
Tue October 15: Paint Night 7pm
Wed October 16: Coffee Connection 10am-noon
Thu October 17: NOOMA Spirituality Night 7pm
Fri October 18: Turkey Supper Prep 6pm
Sat October 19: Second Serving Thrift Shop 9am-noon
~ Turkey Supper single seating 6pm
Sun October 20: Household Huddle 9:15am
~ Worship 10am
Wed October 23: NO COFFEE CONNECTION
Sat October 26: Second Serving Thrift Shop 9am-noon
Sun October 27: Household Huddle 9:15am
~ Worship 10am
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
Edi & John, Lynn, Tim, Laurel, Jim & Marcia, Mark, Wendy, Cyndy, Teagan, Joan, Jasper, Justine & Nolan, Jeanne, Wayne, Nettie, the Miranda & K family Jan & Kylie, Steven, Tegan, Dana, Lynne, Kaye, Ruby, Karen, Samantha, Robin.
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.
SECOND SERVING THRIFT SHOP
Don’t forget, Oldtown’s “Second Servings Thrift Shop” is open on Saturdays from 9am-12 noon. Stop by and check it out and be sure to tell your friends!
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 52 people in worship, and our total giving to the church for the week was $3,339.49, which is $1,954.87 more than expected.
- So far, this year’s congregational giving has been $2,250 more than expected. Keep up the great work!!
Next Saturday, we welcome guests for our last supper of the year, our Famous Turkey Supper! Thanks to those who have already volunteered to help. If you’re available to join us on Friday night from 6pm to 8pm for food prep or any time after 10am on Saturday, we’d love to have you help. Please let Jim Fennell know if you’re available.
Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their toil.
~ Ecclesiastes 4:9 (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