NOVEMBER 16 • COMMITMENT SUNDAY
Shooting Stars
Philippians 2:12-18
A welcoming community of faith where Jesus Christ transforms lives
WORSHIP LEADERS
Rev. Christopher A. Henry Senior Pastor
Rev. Madison M. VanVeelen
Associate Pastor of Care
Rev. Gracie H. Payne
Associate Pastor for Engagement
Jenny Froehle Liturgist
Sanctuary Choir
Dr. Michelle Louer
Director of Music and Fine Arts
Dr. John Allegar
Organist and Assistant Director of Music and Fine Arts
Handbell Ensemble
Rebecca Holt, Director
All music in this service used by permission: CCLI License #719352; OneLicense #A-715008; or public domain.
PROCESSION
Element Bearers
Beth and Ryan Hecker
Ewer Bearer
Carolyn Dederer
Acolytes
Quinn Sundheimer
Connor Falk
WELCOME FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
Following today’s Word with Children, children ages 4 through grade 5 may remain with their families or depart for Sunday Mornings for Children. If departing, please assure your child is wearing a nametag. Carol Choir pick up will be in Room 355 at 11:15 AM. Pick up for other sections of Sunday Mornings for Children will be in the third-floor hallway at the same time. Childcare is available on the second floor for infants through age 3.
VISUAL AND HEARING ASSISTANCE
Please speak to an usher if you need a large print bulletin, large print hymnal, or an assistive listening device.
Prelude
Welcome
November 16, 2025
TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
We Come Together as God’s People
“Now Thank We All Our God” Aaron David Miller Dr. John Allegar, organ (b. 1972)
Dance of the Morning Stars
Hart Morris Handbell Ensemble; Rebecca Holt, conductor (b. 1946)
Rev. Christopher A. Henry
Choral Call to Worship
O Be Joyful in the Lord
Hal Hopson Sanctuary Choir; Dr. Michelle Louer, conductor (1933-2025)
O be joyful in the Lord, all ye lands! Serve the Lord with gladness. Come before his presence with a song.
Text: Psalm 100:1-2
* Call to Worship
One: God’s light rises among us, calling us to gather in its glow.
All: Light breaks forth like dawn, drawing us together.
One: Come in humility and be strengthened to serve.
All: God calls us to trust and to act with compassion.
One: Not with lofty words, but with lives that shine.
Rev. Madison M. VanVeelen
All: By grace, we are the salt of the earth, the light of the world.
One: Let us worship God.
* Prayer of Adoration
* Processional Hymn #425 Lord of Light, Your Name Outshining
Invitation to Confession
Prayer of Confession
God of Light, we confess that we have wandered from your ways. We chase the dim lights of success, rules, and self-glory, and forget the true light of your love for all. Forgive us for turning from Jesus, who calls us to love one another. Make us bearers of your light— shining with compassion, justice, and grace. In Jesus’ name we pray. (Silent Prayer)
Assurance of God’s Grace
* Response of Praise Gloria Patri Henry Greatorex
* Passing the Peace of Christ
* Hymn #456 Awake, My Soul, and with the Sun MORNING HYMN
We Experience God’s Word
The Word with Children
Prayer for Illumination Jenny Froehle
First Scripture Lesson
Matthew 5:13-16 (p. 880)
This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. Almighty God is light. He lives in us as True Light.
In the beginning out of the darkness God created True Light. Almighty God is light. He lives in us as True Light.
Don’t let the light that You’ve given me die, And don’t desert my mind. But let the one who serves You Praise You again and again. He lives in us as True Light.
In the beginning out of the darkness God created True Light. Almighty God is light. He lives in us as True Light.
You are the one who judges right from wrong. Your glory excites no envy. But let the one who serves You Praise You again and again. He lives in us as True Light.
This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. Everywhere I go, I want the world to know. God gave the world True Light!
Second Scripture Lesson
Philippians 2:12-18
Shooting Stars
“...so that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine like stars in the world.” (Philippians 2:15)
Moment of Silent Meditation
We Give Thanks to God
Offering of Gifts and Commitments Rev. Gracie H. Payne
Offertory We Gather Together KREMSER Handbell Ensemble arr. Joel Raney (b. 1956)
Prayers of Intercession and Dedication
* Closing Hymn #555
* Charge and Benediction
We Go Forth to Serve
Now Thank We All Our God NUN DANKET ALLE GOTT
* Congregational Benediction Christ, be our Light! Bernadette Farrell
Postlude
Nun danket alle Gott, Op. 67, No. 24
Max Reger (1870-1937)
At the conclusion of worship, we invite you to join us in McFarland Hall for coffee, donuts, & community.
Notes
THE POWER OF PRAYER
Would you like one of our pastors to pray with you today? We invite you to come to Milner Chapel immediately following the 10 AM worship service for a short time of communion and prayer. You may also visit SecondChurch.org/Prayer to fill out a Prayer Request Form.
If you or a loved one is hospitalized, please contact: Ashley McNamara, Coordinator of Pastoral Care AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org
GIVING
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UPCOMING EVENTS
SecondChurch.org/Events
Men's Monthly Fellowship November 18 • 6 – 8 PM • The Roost in Nora
Ascension Health Poverty Simulation November 19 • 8 AM – 1 PM • McFarland Hall
Young Adult Friendsgiving November 19 • 6 PM • Room 356
Youth Friendsgiving and Invite-a-Friend Night November 19 • 6:30 – 8:30 PM • Youth Suite The Belonging November 20 • 7 – 8 PM • Common Room & Community Room
Children & Family Ministries Advent Party November 21 • 5:30 – 7:30 PM • McFarland Hall
Volunteer for Northside Community Breakfast November 22 • 8:30 – 11:30 AM • Atrium
CFM Volunteer Appreciation Lunch November 23 • 11:15 AM – 1 PM • Common Room
Sacred Arts Series: Bach Heritage November 23 • 3 PM • Sanctuary