UNIVERSITYBAPTIST CHURCH

“Success Trail” by Samuel Prophask Asamoah

WORSHIP OF GOD IN CHRISTMay 9, 2021

God has called University Baptist Church to minister to the University Community and to the residents of the Greater Charlottesville-AlbemarleCommunity, serving as agents of Christ’s love and justice for those in need and offering a vital family of faith.

1223 West Main Street, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 (434) 293-5106https://universitybaptist.org

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Words of WelcomeMarking of the Hour Barbara Moore

We mark the hour, awakening us to the presence of God, alerting us to the voice of Christ,and centering us in the embrace of the Holy Spirit.

Opening Words Dr. Matthew Tennant

Prelude – “Fugue in G Minor” (J.S. Bach) Barbara Moore

Lighting the CandlesWe light these candles to welcome the Spirit, for they represent how Jesus is the

Light of the world which guides us through life.

Opening the BibleWe open the Bible to remind us that God speaks to us through the Holy Word.

Call to Worship Melanie TennantLeader: Our good works are done with gentleness.People: Bitterness only leads to anguish.Leader: God seeks peace and hope for all God’s people.People: But if our hearts are filled with anger, we reject God’s mercy.Leader: Open our hearts, O Lord, and help us listen.People: Open our lives, O Lord, and prepare us to serve. AMEN.

*Hymn – “O For a World”

*Invocation Rev. Will Brown

Greeting Rev. Brown

Words of FaithChildren’s Sermon Erin Brown

Blessing Will CookeThe ministries of University Baptist Church are made possible by your financial support.Offering plates are located at the rear of the sanctuary, and electronic giving is available

on our Facebook page and at universitybaptist.org/give

*Doxology

New Testament Lesson – James 3:13-4:37-8a Larry MartinLeader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God!

Anthem – “Anthem to the Trinity” (Helvey) Sanctuary Choir

Missions Moment Chaplain Jerusha Moses

Morning Prayer Dr. Tennant

*Hymn – “Make Me a Servant ”

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Gospel Lesson – Mark 9:30-37 Will CookeLeader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God!

*Hymn – “Make Me a Servant ”

Sermon – “Desiring Success” Rev. Brown

Meditation Barbara Moore

Words of Commitment & BlessingInvitation Rev. Brown

*Hymn – “The Mission God Has Given”

*Benediction Rev. Brown

*Postlude – “Prelude in A Major” (J.S. Bach) Barbara Moore

* Please stand if you are able.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: The text and music for “O For a World,” “Make Me a Servant,” “Doxology,” and “The Mission God Has Given” arereprinted by permission to University Baptist Church, Christian Copyright License No. 363447. The Call to Worship is drawn from“Ministry Matters.”

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