Welcome and Invocation
Leader: Holy Spirit, rain down on this place.
All: Let our souls drink your goodness.
Leader: Let our hearts overflow.
All: Holy Spirit, rain down on this place!
Opening Prayer
O Great Spirit, whose breath gives life to the world, and whose voice is heard in the soft breeze; we need your strength and wisdom. Cause us to walk in beauty. Help us to be wise so that we may understand what you have taught us. Make us always ready to come to you with clean hands and steady eyes, so when life fades, our spirits may come to you without shame. Amen.
Hymn: Amazing Grace (Click link for music)
Confession and Pardon
Affirmation of Faith – The Apostles’ Creed
Prayers of the People
Scripture: Acts 2:1-12
Sermon: All Together in One Place
Hymn: What a Friend We Have in Jesus (Click link for music)
Dismissal with Blessing
PROTOCOLS FOR GATHERING
We give thanks for the sustaining power of God in these difficult times, and as we begin to gather together for worship once again, we ask that you follow these simple guidelines:
- If you are attending in your car, please enter on 3rd street or from MLK street and park behind the cones.
- If you are bringing lawn chairs or blankets, please park in the normal parking lot and find one of the marked spots in the field. Each physically distanced spot is denoted by a circle and spaced out from other spots. We ask that you remain in these spots for the duration of the service.
- We know the urge to gather closer, shake hands and give hugs is strong. In order to steward the health of those others gathered we ask that you refrain from any physical contact with one another outside family units. Greet one another with a friendly wave.
- Masks are appropriate and encouraged, particularly when there is congregational singing.
- There will be no collection of tithes and offerings at this service, but we do encourage you to continue to support the ministry of this church by giving online at www.aydenumc.org or by mailing offerings to PO Box 335, Ayden, NC 28513. Your support has been vital and appreciated.
