Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
August 17, 2025
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Worship Series: "Dear Children of God: Part 3"
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When was the last time you opened an actual love letter? One written by hand, perhaps, on fancy stationery? It’s rare, to be sure. But there is something special about that mode of communication—something personal, something human. A letter is a reminder of a relationship. Therefore, it was to be treasured, read and reread, maybe for years. It may seem odd, after that prologue to launch into a series from Hebrews. Written by an unknown hand to an unknown and scattered audience, the letter to the Hebrews seems more like a theological treatise or a sermonic exhortation than a letter. Yet, we reflect on the human side of faith as we engage in this ancient but ever-new conversation. We invite you, dear children of God, to join us in the dialog.
This is the Second service of a 4 service Worship Series from the Discipleship Ministries.
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This Service's Theme:"For the Sake of Joy"The graphics at the top of this page list topics for other services of the Series.
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Joy can be a hard thing to nail down. Last week, we talked about defining yet not grasping faith. The substance of faith sweeps us with it toward the “better country.” This week, we turn to joy.
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Lectionary Scriptures:
Isaiah 5:1-7; Psalm 80::1-2,8-19; Hebrews 11:29-12:2; Luke 12:9-56;
Suggested Hymns . Music Notes . DM Accompaniments Sources of Music for the following hymns are:
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"Rejoice in God's Saints"
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"I Sing a Song of the Saints of God"
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"We Walk by Faith"
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"Guide My Feet"
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"You Are My All in All"; (02/23/02)
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"May You Run and Not be Weary"