WORSHIP SERVICE  |  SUNDAY, AUGUST 16

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TODAY’S SERMON

It is five months ago this week, that we really entered into this time of distancing and quarantine. This is not an anniversary to celebrate but does offer occasion for reflection.

First, the creativity and spiritual persistence of our church and our people are a gift. This week, the staff and leadership of Reveille have been working every day to prepare for our first in person worship service which will be held outdoors on September 6. This is no small feat, requiring substantial preparation which will not only keep all of us safe but also continue our tradition here of consistently offering excellence in Christ centered worship in any service we offer.

Having said that, let’s also acknowledge that this is getting hard, especially hard given the fact that schools will soon be opening or not opening…at least for now. We are a few weeks out from several important things and so many things are still unclear.

This past week, the challenge was revealed in multiple conversations with folks in our church and outside of it. I spoke with several mothers who are going through very hard decisions about work and children and schooling. I spoke with one parent whose child is struggling deeply with the death of George Floyd and the restricted ability to see friends. We continue to seek ways to be in ministry with Swansboro.

We are five months in and remarkable work is being done but it is just hard. We are going to visit with a woman who was struggling some 2000 years ago with things that are similar to us. She made her way to Jesus and found hope and solid footing on uncertain terrain. I am praying that we can all learn from her and from the healing and hope in the Savior who met her. I look forward to joining you today for worship! – Lead Pastor Pete Moon

Watch by clicking the link below or visit our YouTube channel. You can also watch with other members and friends on our Facebook page at 8:30 am, Sunday, August 16.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Join one of our Sunday school classes on Zoom at 10:00 am. On August 16, we welcome Daniel Banke, director of music ministries, and Andy Glascott, director of youth ministries, who will share their ministry plans for the coming year. Get details

COMING UP

Read our Weekly Scripture Guide August 17-23 and follow along as we approach next week’s sermon, “Commitment or a Cross?”

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WELCOME TO WORSHIP

Minister of Adult Ministries Rev. Kelley Lane

CHORAL INTROIT

“God Is Our Refuge” by Allen Pote
Youth Choir (Recorded in July 2018)
Daniel Banke, Director, Susan Bullock, Piano, Cathy Armistead, Organ

OPENING HYMN

#126 Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above
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CHILDREN’S MOMENT

Lead Pastor Rev. Dr. Pete Moon

SCRIPTURE READING

Genesis 32:24-30 read by Daniel Banke
Taylor Davis, Violin

HYMN

#386 Come, O Thou Traveler Unknown
Taylor Davis, Violin, Tom Bailey, Organ
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SCRIPTURE READING

Matthew 15:21-28 read by Annie Lou Wax

SERMON

“The Power of Persistence” by Lead Pastor Rev. Dr. Pete Moon

PASTORAL PRAYER

Associate Pastor Rev. Stephen Coleman

OFFERTORY

Allegro from Sonata in G Minor, BWV 1020
Kayla Hanvey, Flute, Tom Bailey, Organ
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CLOSING HYMN

#529 How Firm a Foundation
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BENEDICTION & POSTLUDE

Lead Pastor Rev. Dr. Pete Moon
“Dialogue” from Book 1 (Louis Marchand)
Tom Bailey, Organ

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