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Home Worship

For right now, staying home is the way we love our neighbor. Think about it: you may be staying home for your own health, but you also can not be a carrier to others you might come in contact with. But being isolated from human contact for days on end gets very lonely. We don’t know how long we will be sequestered in our homes, so please be in prayer for those who live alone. Remember also those who do not have a home or safe haven. Take this time to grow in your trust of God and not be anxious.

​In John 14:27 Jesus said, “
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

This is not live-streamed worship, happening in real time as you are at home, but it is a way we can bind together through worship while we must stay apart physically. Everything posted here in Home Worship has been compiled by Highland Park laity and staff, with the hope of helping you feel closer to one another, and helping you draw closer to Almighty God, who is always with us. 
May God bless you and keep you.

Now, let’s worship together.

May 24, 2020     Seventh Sunday of Easter

Call to Worship  (Based on Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21 )
Alpha and Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end
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Root of Jesse, Son of David -- Come, Lord Jesus, Come!
Let everyone who is thirsty come!
Let everyone who is hungry come!
Living Water, Living Word, we come to sit at your feet!

Come Just As You Are  by Joe Sabolik, led by Ray Taylor

Children's Time
with
Mrs. Amanda

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A Memorial Day Weekend Tribute - We Will Remember

Sermon- When Faith and Fear Collide-  Rev. Greg Bowlus

Fear, You Don't Own Me (The Breakup Song) by ​Francesca Battistelli, sung by Lindsey Suto

Prayers of the People
led by
Rev. Scott Hill




A Closing Thought - 
"The presence of fear does not mean you have no faith. Fear visits everyone. But make your fear a visitor and not a resident."- Max Lucado

Benediction

May God give you faith to put fear under your feet.
May you know that for every way the enemy comes against you,
the Lord has a promise to bless you to help you stand strong.
May you fix your eyes on Jesus and set your heart on His Word.
 Trust in God today and rest well tonight.
Amen.

(from Suzie Larson)

    Thank you for worshipping with us today! 
    We would love to know who was here,
    ​   and would be honored to pray for any requests you may have.
    Please fill in the info below. Thanks, and God bless you!

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Thanks to Scott Hill, Ray Taylor, and Lindsey Suto for helping to lead today's service. 

Offering

Many have been asking how to give to the church in these times. You may give through our online portal on this website. Go there by clicking the word “GIVING” at the top of the page.. May God bless you for your continued support of our church.



Announcements 

Bishop Holston has requested that we continue with our online worship meetings and no in-person gatherings through June 10. You may read his statement here. Although Highland Park Church is not having live worship at the moment, staff members are in their offices each week day. We ask that you not come to the building physically, but we welcome and encourage you to call (843/662-1233) or email if you have any need or business with the church. In-Person Worship to Resume June 14! We will resume in person worship at 9 and 11 on Father's Day! We will have special precautions for the first few Sundays. For a special video and information on restarting church, please click here.  We will continue with online worship as well.
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For now, no groups, classes, or committees are meeting in person. Several are meeting online using easy-to-use formats like GoTo Meeting and Zoom and FaceTime.  Please contact your leaders if you have not heard from them. Please keep in touch and give us your feedback as we discover alternative ways to worship, learn, and serve together. May all be well.



Scripture Lessons for May 31: Acts 2:1-21; Psalm 104:24-34, 35b; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13; John 7:37-39

RightNow media at-home study for the month of May: Overcoming Anxiety During COVID 19. Anxiety can feel like a constricting snake slowly tightening around us until it is difficult to breathe. In recent weeks, the anxiety surrounding the rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus has a hold on the whole world as people die, economies decline, and our lives change right before our eyes. 

In this four-part series, Jonathan Pokluda speaks words of comfort and wisdom, to help Christians navigate the areas of life COVID-19 is affecting. During this series you'll be encouraged in how to overcome anxiety in these troubling days and explore ways you can remain faithful to God and to others.
If you are not a part of RightNow, please email Andi and she will send you an invitation. It is free for the Highland Park Church family.

If you have a pastoral emergency, Pastor Mike is available through church phone, personal phone, and this email.
Highland Park United Methodist Church / 1300 Second Loop Rd. / Florence, SC 29505 / Phone: 843.662.1233 / Fax: 843.665.5692