November 8,, 2020 Otterbein 9:00; Albright 10:45 Ott. liturgist, Bev Lamb Alb. liturgist, David Groh

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PRELUDE (A) “Closer to You” Clark

*OPENING HYMN “My Hope Is Built” 368

*CALL TO WORSHIPLeader: Lord Jesus Christ, your power make known,People: For you are Lord of Lords alone;Leader: Defend your holy church, that wePeople: May sing your praise triumphantly.Leader: O Comforter of priceless worth,People: Send peace and unity on earth.Leader: Support us through all earthly strife,People: And lead us out of death to life. *OPENING PRAYER As darkness falls, God of gentleness, wrap us in your comfort.As the stars spring forth in the sky, may we know that you have blessed us even in the mightiness of your universe.We are filled with awe when we ponder things so far beyond our imaginations, and yet we know that you care for each one of us. Thank you, God, for knowing our innermost selves and at the same time, creating a universe.Thank you, God, for giving us a time of rest after the working of the daylight hours.Even in the darkness, we know that your light always leads us.For this we are truly grateful. Amen.

*GLORIA PATRI

OLD TESTAMENT READING Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25 The Word of God for the people of God. RESPONSE: Thanks be to God.

PASSING THE PEACE

OFFERTORY PRAYER (Offerings can be placed in the plate as you leave today.)*DOXOLOGY

PRAYER HYMN “Be Thou My Vision” 451

PASTORAL PRAYERSILENT PRAYERLORD’S PRAYER

(A)ANTHEM “When the Morning Comes/When the saints”

EPISTLE READING I Thessalonians 4:13-18 The Word of God for the people of God. RESPONSE: Thanks be to God. Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path

MESSAGE “Walkin’ On Sunshine”

*CLOSING HYMN “Lord of the Dance” 261

*BENEDICTION

*POSTLUDE

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WELCOME: Let not your heart be troubled. Let God guide you during this worship service and as you leave here. When you leave, you are entering the Mission Field in your part of this world.

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OTTERBEIN PRAYER CONCERNSArt & Dorothy McGann Debbie Knupsky Joan Truxel Jane McGann Gaylord Gardner Lisa Smarto Leroy & Twila Filler Alicia Glassburn Regina BoschJim Wagner Charlie Etling Elsie BealConnie Macioce Connie DeBolt Tammy JohnsonEaston & Elliott Hough Linda Suter of Michigan Domer GearyPastor Steve & Bev Rev. Bob Zilhaver Bishop Moore-Koikoi Our government leaders Those unable to attend worship All military persons Those battling cancer Those battling addiction Healthcare workers

BIBLE STUDYPastor Steve leads Bible study on Wednesdays 6:30 in Albright dining hall. Everyone is invited to join us.

ALBRIGHT: PRAYER CONCERNSTom & Gloria McMurray Tina Hiltabidel Martha Roe Charles MarkoMaddy Bartholomai Janice Bailey David Laeder Rich TresslerJrTim Holt Mary Tressler Wanda Donner Dorman JacobsMisty Lowry Shirley Mathias Marilyn BanksLeroy & Twila Filler Judy & Bill McClain Ed Stout John & Karen Hohmann Dolores Blaney Don Heckathorne Butch Sandusky Ruby VanDykeJohn Shallenberger Linda Philbaum Dr. Tom St.Clair George PasipankiAmy Zvara Kathy CunninghamLinda Burnworth Elsie Beal Chuck & Ann Watson Michael Shoemaker Shirley Peterson Deb StrotherTammy Brooks Jackie’s friend Sue Bonnie Bain George Flair

Winona Johnson Savanah Simpson Susie Kimmel Beverly Guynn

Maggie Corvin Joe Mongell Robin Kennison Lori Meriotti’s familyCathy Rosensteel Jean & John Shaffer Roxanne Goodwin Pastor Steve & BevRev. Bob Zilhaver Bishop Moore-Koikoi Healthcare workers Government leaders Those battling cancer All military persons Unspoken requests Those battling addiction Those with covid 19 Homebound persons listed in newsletter

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO FAMILY & FRIENDS OF:Dennis “Bubba” Taylor Jr., 35, who passed away unexpectedly Nov. 1.

ALBRIGHT NEWS OUR STEWARDSHIP - Nov. 1, 2020Sunday offering for budget ...................................................... $ 2,255.92 Worship attendance .................................................................... 52

LITURGISTNov. 15: Donna Fosbrink

ALTAR FLOWERS (1)To the GLORY OF GOD and IN LOVING HONOR of Kay Jacobs for her 80th birthday Nov. 13 - given by Dorman. (1)To the GLORY OF GOD and IN LOVING HONOR of all military people in our community & country - given by Donald Glenn Siple.

CHANCEL CHOIR PRACTICE Thursdays at 7:00.

SOUP SALESaturday, Nov. 14 at 11:00-1:00. A variety of homemade soups available for $6 a quart; $3 pint. We will need donations of soup. Please tell Siples, Pastor Steve, Bev or Elsie if you will donate and what kind.

OTTERBEIN NEWS OUR STEWARDSHIP - Nov. 1, 2020Sunday offering ......................................................................... $ 2,453.00 Sunday worship attendance ...................................................... 45Sunday school attendance ......................................................... 19Sunday school offering .............................................................. $ 16.00

LITURGIST Nov. 15: Linda Suter

ALTAR FLOWERSTo the GLORY OF GOD and IN LOVING HONOR of all of our Veteransgiven by the church.To reserve a vase for an open week, please see the list posted in the Narthex. Cost is $15 a vase. Open vases: Nov. 15; Dec. 20, 27.

Sunshine Circle News TODAY is LAST day to order SOUP Cheesy Potato, Chicken Noodle, and Vegetable beef. All orders available for pick-up on Sun., Nov. 15th.

OFFICE INFORMATION: To reach Elsie, call her 724-628-7467 or email church.

SUB SALEAlbright United Methodist Church is taking orders for 12” subs until Nov. 8.  Pick up Fri., Nov. 13 at 10:30-12:30.  $8 each. Benefits gifts for local veteran families for Christmas.

THANKSGIVING FOOD BOXESAlbright youth will be preparing 12 boxes of food to be given to families in need on Sunday, November 22. It has everything needed for a Thanksgiving dinner. We are asking for cash donations and they will buy the items for boxes. If you know of anyone who is in need of a food box, please call Sherry Grote 724-562-2950 with names as soon as possible. We need names from Albright & Otterbein churches.

HOMEMADE CANDY Albright church is taking orders for homemade candy. Variety available. Need orders by Dec. 6 with pick up Dec. 13 at noon. This benefits the project to purchase Christmas gifts for veterans. Use order forms out near bulletins.

CHARGE THANKSGIVING EVE WORSHIPWednesday, November 25 at 7:00 at Otterbein U.M. Church. Open to the public with guidelines & masks required.

HANGING OF GREENS @ AlbrightSat., Nov. 28 at 7:00. This year decorating will be done before program. The program will be a variety of music. Theme: “White Christmas”.

IMPORTANT DATES FOR CALENDARWednesday, November 11: Veterans Day - Parade in Connellsville

Monday, November 16: Otterbein Church Council at 6:30.

Tuesday, November 17: Albright Church Council 7:00Otterbein Trustees 7:00

December 8: C’ville Co-Op Council 6:30-7:30 @ Albright C’ville Co-Op Charge Conference 7:30-8:30 @ Albright

LANCASTER TRIP Thursday, June 24, 2021 to see Queen Esther. Cost is $145. Deposit of $100 needed SOON with remainder due 1/10/21. Call Bev Lamb 724-372-1456 for more information. She still has about 20 seats left to get the better price.

SHOEBOX MINISTRYWe again have shoeboxes available for you to fill to be given to children around the world. Please look for them and take one or more to fill. There are suggestions of what to buy and what NOT to buy for them. We need them brought back to both churches by November 22 so they can be sent in to the Franklin Graham Association.

SATURDAY MORNING SPECIALThis ministry for special needs people of all ages are invited to Albright U.M. Church Saturday, December 19 at 11:00. We will have a drive thru event with Santa present. All who come will be given a snack bag and a gift. We are asking for donations tohelp pay for the gifts. To give, make checks to Albright Church and mark it SMS.

ALBRIGHT NEWSLETTERNews deadline for December/January newsletter is Thursday, November 19. Need volunteers to assemble for mailing Wednesday, November 25 at 10:00.