ORGAN PRELUDE
WORDS OF WELCOME AND NOTICES
CALL TO WORSHIP
How awesome is this place! This is none other that the house of God.
All: Let this moment and our spaces be a gateway to wholeness of life for all!
HYMN CH4 192 All my hope on God is founded
PRAYERS OF APPROACH & THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father which 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 debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen
BAPTISM Cody Joseph Fergus
SUNG BLESSING
The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face to shine upon you,
And be gracious unto you:The Lord lift up his countenance upon you
and give you peace.
BAPTISMAL HYMN GWA 206 Fearfully, wonderfully made
1. You were known,
known before birth,
woven deep, deep in the earth.
You were formed from stardust, sing praise!
You are fearfully, wonderfully made.
Yes, you are fearfully, wonderfully made.
2. You belong, you are redeemed.
Loved by God,
God is well pleased.
Now embrace what God has ordained:
you are fearfully, wonderfully made.
Yes, you are fearfully, wonderfully made.
3. When you walk, walk through the flame.
God is there, calling your name. God has said, ‘Do not be afraid.
You are fearfully, wonderfully made. Yes, you are fearfully, wonderfully made.
1st BIBLE READING Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24
2nd BIBLE READING Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43
HYMN CH4 97 O God, you search me and you know me
SERMON
PAUSE FOR REFLECTION
We pause to pray in silence and spend time with God while we listen to the music.
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
We pause to pray to God for the world, our community and one another.
HYMN CH4 519 Love divine all loves excelling
BENEDICTION We remain standing, if we are able, for the blessing.
ORGAN POSTLUDE
Welcome to worship in Bellshill and Bothwell Parish Church. Whether you join in person or online, come every week, are here for the first time or the first time in a long time, a very warm welcome.
A special welcome to Cody and all of his family and friends who are here today to celebrate his baptism.
This service is live-streamed. Should you not wish to appear in the recording, please speak to our welcome team.
You’ll find tea, coffee, juice, ready for you after the service in the Church Centre. We’d love for you to stick around for a cup of something warm and a good chat.
Need help? Look for anyone wearing a lanyard; they’ll be happy to point you in the right direction.
WHAT’S ON TODAY
The Creche is open from the start of the service and can be used at any point during the service. Please ask at the door for more information.
After the Amen: Stewart is looking for a few volunteers to share, in just a few words, what you took away from this morning’s sermon. Please find him after the service if you are happy to help, or simply say yes if he approaches you!
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK
West Blend is back! Come along to the West Halls in Bellshill from 10:00am for coffee, tea, cakes, toast and great company.
NOTICES
Advance notice: From Sunday, 26th July, and throughout August, we will be exploring different seating arrangements in the church. Each Sunday, certain areas will be out of use as we try each arrangement in turn. At the end of August, there will be an opportunity to provide feedback to help shape how we use the space going forward.
SAVE THE DATE
Church summer picnic: Fancy an afternoon in the sunshine? Join us for our Church Summer Picnic on Sunday 16th August in the Manse garden, straight after morning worship; bring a chair, bring the family, friends or just yourself and come enjoy an afternoon of fun.
Anne L and her team are putting it all together and would love a hand, whether that’s a donation of food or a little towards the cost, every bit helps make the day special. Just have a word with her after the service (look for the lanyard!)
Hogmanay at BBCofS…This Hogmanay we have something special planned. We will be holding a ceilidh for the whole church family, with family and friends very much welcome too. More details will follow after the summer break.
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GIVING
Your generosity keeps our doors open and enables us to share the Gospel within our parish and further afield. If you would like to support the work and Mission of Bellshill and Bothwell Parish Church, a basket is available at the door. You are also welcome to use the contactless machine or scan the QR code to give digitally. Thank you for your kindness..
