JULY 26, 2026 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Jacob with Leah and Rachel by Andrea the Elder Appiani
7 Vandeventer Ave., Princeton, NJ, 08542 609 924 2613 www.princetonumc.org
THE CHURCH GATHERS Pre-Service Music Allemanda from the Suite for Violoncello Unaccompanied Scott Collins, Clarinet J.S. Bach, arr. by Alamiro Giampieri
Call to Worship Gracious God, you are present in this place, in this time. You are present in our lives, in every moment. Open our eyes to be present to you, to be mindful in this and every moment. Alleluia! Come, Holy Spirit, and transform us by your grace. Alleluia!
Hymn
O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing
TFWS #3001
Prayer of Confession The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let's join our hearts and voices as one, sharing our need for grace and forgiveness. God of love, you have been present for us and we did not know it; we did not act as if you were there, as if you loved us, as if we cared. By the grace we know in Christ, awaken us, forgive us, heal our fear, and renew your Spirit in us. silence for prayer
Words of Assurance
Hear the good news! Christ died for us while we were yet sinners. That proves God's love toward us. In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven! In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven! Thanks be to God! Alleluia! Amen.
TO HEAR THE WORD AND REFLECT Music Ministry Children's Time
Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing Scott Collins, drums
arr. Mark Hayes
transcribed by Scott Collins
Where Children Belong
TFWS #2233
Scripture Reading Genesis 29:16-28 (p.25) This is the Word of Life. Thanks be to God. Sermon
SHARING IN WORSHIP TODAY
Acolytes - Sequoah Hadley, Sidnee Mezazem Liturgists - Sandra Richardson, Amy Gardener, Momo Wolapaye Musicians - Julia Hanna Ushers - Tim Ewer, Pam Ewer, Ian Griffiths, Dave Potts
Rev. Allie Rosner Bass
TODAY’S FLOWERS ARE GIVEN
IN CELEBRATION OF OUR BELOVED COMMUNITY
TO RESPOND IN FAITH Hymn
Christ Beside Me
TFWS #2166
Prayers of the People The Lord's Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen. Music Ministry
Prelude II, “Blue Lullaby,” from Three Preludes Scott Collins, clarinet
Hymn
Gershwin
arr. by James Cohn
Doxology
UMH #94
Prayer of Thanksgiving
AND SCATTERS TO BE IN THE WORLD Hymn
Sent Forth by God’s Blessing
UMH #664
Benediction Recessional Postlude
Prelude III from Three Preludes Scott Collins, clarinet
Gershwin
arr. by James Cohn
PRAYER CONCERNS Prayers for all giving and receiving hospice care. May strength, calm, compassion, and rest be available to them. Prayers for all those participating in ongoing diplomatic negotiations around peace. May all sides come together, transcend their differences, and seek to elevate human flourishing as the most crucial priority. Prayers for those dealing with extreme heat, wildfires, and drought this Summer.
HAVE PRAYER CONCERNS? For our Prayer Chain, call Yvonne Macdonald at 609-577-8369 or email her at yvonnee.mac@verizon.net. Email Tyler Mathiasen at tyler@princetonumc.org when you or a family member is in the hospital or in need of a pastoral call.
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Princeton United Methodist Church We are a diverse faith community, engaged in enlivening spiritually thirsty people to joyfully respond to God’s love and grow as disciples of Christ, so that together we may experience the fullness of life.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS POTLUCK FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON ON AUGUST 2
We're keeping it cool, so please bring a salad, cold vegetable dish, fruit or a dessert as we celebrate the conclusion of Vacation Bible School. Details in this week's Happenings.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING - TODAY
Princeton UMC will be holding a Congregational Meeting today, Sunday July 26 from 11:30-12:30 after the church service. Please join us in the Fellowship Hall or on zoom to hear the latest news and work being done here at PUMC.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE 2026
Please bring school supplies to church on August 2, 9, & 16th to provide a healthy and happy start to the school year for families in our community struggling with economic insecurity. Bins are located in the Sanford Davis Room.
STAFF
Pastor - Rev. Jenny Smith Walz Administrative Director - Tyler Mathiasen Director of Youth Ministry - Brooke Foster Director of Children’s Ministry - Blessing Gwatana Music Director - Tom Shelton Director of Communications - Abby Gillette Church Sexton - Gilmar Enamorado Custodial Staff - Santos Gonzales, Mario Villatoro
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