 Welcome to our services for the 11th Sunday after Pentecost, which are at Yetholm (led by Arthur Bates) and at Morebattle (led by Rev Colin), both at 10am.
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Yetholm Order Welcome- Everyone: “There are no strangers here. Only friends you haven’t yet met” Call to Worship As we gather, what are you seeking? We seek God’s presence all around us if God’s presence is all around us, what are you seeking? We seek to recognise God’s presence among us. if God is among you, what are you seeking? We seek God in the faces of family, friends, and neighbours. if God is in the face of your neighbour, what are you seeking? We seek God in the search and the work for peace and wholeness for all God’s creation. As we gather today, may we meet God in our seeking and in our finding. Amen. HYMN 192 All my hope on God is founded Prayers of adoration and confession/The Lord’s Prayer Bible readings: Genesis 37: 1-4 + 12-28, Matthew 14: 22-33 HYMN 251 I The Lord of sea and sky Weekly Prayer God of peace, we thank you today for the comforting words of Jesus to "Take Courage!" and not to be afraid, as He rescues us from the troubled waters of our lives. We are comforted by your presence of mercy and grace, as we seek to share your love and the Good News that Jesus is our lifeboat. Guide our hearts and minds with the gift of divine peace as we face this coming week. Amen. Sermon HYMN 570 When the storms of life are raging Dedication of offering Prayers of intercession HYMN 132 Immortal, invisible God only wise. Benediction. Morebattle Order Call to Worship Holy God of sun and wind; Dance through this room today. Holy God of sea and storm Make us wonder at the glory around us. Holy God of creation and new beginnings; Show us again your vision of healing and wholeness. Hymn 132 – Jesus calls us o’er the tumult Prayers of Approach/ Confession/Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Genesis 37: 1-4, 12-28 (Pg 41) Matthew 14: 22-33 (Pg 981) Hymn 191 – Do not be afraid Weekly Prayer God of peace, we thank you today for the comforting words of Jesus to "Take Courage!" and not to be afraid, as He rescues us from the troubled waters of our lives. We are comforted by your presence of mercy and grace, as we seek to share your love and the Good News that Jesus is our lifeboat. Guide our hearts and minds with the gift of divine peace as we face this coming week. Amen. Sermon Choir Anthem Dedication of Offering Hymn 348 – Praise the one who breaks the darkness Prayers of Thanksgiving & Intercession Hymn 260 – Eternal father, strong to save Benediction.
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 Welcome to our services for the 10th Sunday after Pentecost, which are at Linton (led by Kathleen Bates) and at Yetholm (led by Rev Colin). At Yetholm we will baptise Talia Rae Cameron, the daughter of Ewan and Chantelle. Notices:
16th August 10am – Joint communion for Cheviot Churches at Morebattle 11.30am – Service at Sprouston 23rd August 11am - United Service at Kelso Old. Marks Colin’s 40th Anniversary of ordination 30th August 11am – United service in Yetholm 6pm – Informal communion at Linton Linton Order of Service Introit Call to Worship : God of Life we come to you; We gather in this place to taste your goodness, to lean on your faithfulness, to remember your kindness and to offer our worship. To you we come, our strength and song. Hymn 662 - Jesus, thou joy of loving hearts. Prayers of Adoration and confession. Bible Readings Genesis 32: 22-31 and Matthew 14: 13- 21 Hymn 557 – O Love that wilt not let me go. Weekly Prayer Gracious God, we remember your feeding of the five thousand and ask that we too might feed on The Bread of Life, the living food given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ. Help us to hold on in faith until we are blessed by your Holy Spirit and pray that we may continue to spread your message until the whole earth knows of your truth and love. Amen Sermon Hymn 655 – For your generous providing. (The offering will be uplifted during hymn) Dedication of Offering Prayers of Thanksgiving/ Intercession Hymn 680 – You are called to tell the story. Benediction. Yetholm Order God of Life, to You we come. We gather in this place to taste Your goodness to lean on Your faithfulness to remember Your kindness To You we come, our Strength and our Song Hymn 132 – Immortal, invisible God, only wise Prayers of Approach/ Confession/ Lord’s Prayer Hymn 632 – Our children Lord Infant baptism Readings – Genesis 32: 22-31(Pg 36) Matthew 14: 13-21 (Pg 981) Weekly Prayer Gracious God, we remember your feeding of the five thousand and ask that we too might feed on The Bread of Life, the living food given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ. Help us to hold on in faith until we are blessed by your Holy Spirit and pray that we may continue to spread your message until the whole earth knows of your truth and love. Amen Sermon Hymn - Lift high the cross Prayers of Dedication and Intercession Hymn 167 – Guide me, O thou great Jehovah Benediction Hymn 516 – We are marching.  Our services for the 9th Sunday after Pentecost are at Morebattle (led by Debbie Brown) and Yetholm (led by Rev Colin), both at 10am. All are welcome.
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Yetholm Order Call to Worship What mysteries there are in God’s world! We stand in awe at the wonders of the world. We look at the tiniest of seeds and wonder what will happen From that small seed will grow a large shrub. Although we consider our gifts to be small and insignificant, God will use our gifts in miraculous ways. Hymn 165 – Praise to the Lord Prayers of Approach/ Confession/Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Romans 8: 31-39 (Pg 1135) Matthew 13: 31-33. 44-52 (Pg 980) Hymn 425 – The saviour died but rose again Weekly Prayer Creator God may all that encourages the people of our world in goodness, honesty and compassion be blessed and grow. Thank you for the parables that speak of hidden treasures, revealed to us by Jesus. And thank you for reminding us that "if God is for us, who then can be against us?". We rejoice in the fact that nothing can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus. Amen Sermon Hymn 641 – Seek ye first Prayers of Dedication and Intercession Hymn 519 – Love divine, all love excelling Benediction. Morebattle Order Call to Worship Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; Make known among the nations what he has done. Sing to him, sing praise to him; Tell of all his wonderful acts. Glory in his holy name; Let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice. Hymn 119 – O God, thou art the Father Prayers of Adoration and Confession Guesswork? Readings – Romans 8: 31-39 (page 1135) St. Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52 (page 980) Hymn 608 – Spirit of truth and grace Weekly Prayer Creator God may all that encourages the people of our world in goodness, honesty and compassion be blessed and grow. Thank you for the parables that speak of hidden treasures, revealed to us by Jesus. And thank you for reminding us that "if God is for us, who then can be against us?". We rejoice in the fact that nothing can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus. Amen Sermoon - ‘It’s like …’ Choir Anthem Dedication of Offering Hymn 425 – The Saviour died, but rose again Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession Hymn 645 – I’m not ashamed to own my Lord Benediction.  Our services for the 8th Sunday after Pentecost are at Morebattle (led by Rev Colin) and Yetholm (led by Stuart Kelly), both at 10am.
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Call to Worship People of God, open your eyes! Surely the Lord is in this place! For this is none other than the house of God, a meeting place for God and His people. Let’s worship God together. Hymn 189 – Be still in the presence of the Lord Prayers of Approach/ Confession/Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Genesis 28 : 10-19 (Pg 30) Matthew 13: 24– 30, 36-43 (Pg 979) Hymn 97 – O God, you search me and you know me Weekly Prayer Father God, in this place, our "Bethel", we meet and worship you, the one who has given us eternal life . Remove the weeds that spoil our relationship with you and help us to live our lives to the full, being the friends and neighbours that we really want to be. Amen Sermon Choir Anthem Dedication of Offering Hymn 268 - O God of Bethel Prayers of Intercession Hymn 363 – We have a Gospel to proclaim Benediction Yetholm Order Call to Worship Surely the Lord is in this place And I was not aware of it How awesome is this place This is none other than the house of God This is the gate of heaven I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go Be rooted in Christ, be built in him, grow strong in the faith; let your hearts overflow with thankfulness [Colossians 2] Almighty God, your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence. Give us pure hearts and constant wills to worship you in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Hymn 427: Alleliua, Alleluia, hearts to heaven and voices raise Prayers of adoration and confessio Homily – Stookie Gardens – the man who never did an unkind thing Readings: Genesis 28: 10-19; St Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43 Hymn 21: Lord teach me all your ways Prayer for the Week Father God, in this place, our "Bethel", we meet and worship you, the one who has given us eternal life . Remove the weeds that spoil our relationship with you and help us to live our lives to the full, being the friends and neighbours that we really want to be. Amen Sermon Hymn 97: O Lord, you search me and you know me Dedication of offering and prayers of intercession Hymn 128: How shall I sing that majesty? Benediction  Our services for the 7th Sunday after Pentecost are at Yetholm (led by Rev Colin) and at Morebattle (led by Stuart Kelly), both at 10am. Please stay for refreshments afterward the Yetholm service.
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Call to Worship God’s Word is a lamp to our feet; and a light to our path. God’s Word is made visible in Christ; in him we are rooted in truth. God’s Word is revealed through the Holy Spirit; and lived out in faithful service. Come and listen for God’s Word in this time of worship. We wait to receive the Word of Life. Hymn 192 – All my hope on God is founded Prayers of Approach/ Confession/Lord’s Prayer Readings – Genesis 25 : 19-34 (Pg 26) Matthew 13: 1– 9, 18-23 (Pg 978) Hymn 180 – Give thanks with a grateful heart Weekly Prayer Gracious God, as we hear your word today may it fall on good soil. Help us to understand the secrets of the kingdom of heaven and our place in it. As we look forward to the week to come, we pray for an awareness of your love and support in all we do. Amen Sermon Hymn 263 – God of freedom , God of justice Prayers of Dedication/ Intercession God, in your mercy/ Hear our prayer. Hymn 458 – At the name of Jesus Benediction Morebattle Service Call to Worship God’s Word is a lamp to our feet; and a light to our path. God’s Word is made visible in Christ; in him we are rooted in truth. God’s Word is revealed through the Holy Spirit; and lived out in faithful service. Come and listen for God’s Word in this time of worship. We wait to receive the Word of Life. Hymn 716 - Come and find the quiet centre Prayers of Approach/ Confession/Lord’s Prayer Readings – Genesis 25 : 19-34 (Pg 26) Matthew 13: 1– 9, 18-23 (Pg 978) Hymn 44 - Praise waits for thee in Zion, Lord Weekly Prayer Gracious God, as we hear your word today may it fall on good soil. Help us to understand the secrets of the kingdom of heaven and our place in it. As we look forward to the week to come, we pray for an awareness of your love and support in all we do. Amen Sermon Choir Anthem Dedication of Offering Hymn 349 - In our lives plant seeds of hope Prayers of Intercession Hymn 804 - You shall go out with joy Benediction.  Our services for the 6th Sunday after Pentecost are at Yetholm (led by Pippa Emerson) and Linton (led by Rev Colin), both at 10am.
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Call to Worship In every age, in every place You call Your people to worship In every hour of every day You invite us to rest in You In this time and place, O God We worship and rest in You. Hymn 124 – Praise to the Lord Prayers of Approach and Confession/ Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Song of Songs 2: 9-18 (Pg 679) Matthew 11: 16 – 19, 25-30 (Pg 976) Hymn 550 – As the deer pants for the water Weekly Prayer Father God, we give you thanks for the seasons with all their beauty and promise. Help us to bear abundant fruit from the seeds of potential that you have planted within us. Grant us rest from our daily burdens and help us to learn from you, as we are reminded that wisdom is proved right by her actions. Amen Sermon Uplifting & Dedication of Offering Hymn 557 – O love that wilt not let me go Prayers of Intercession Hymn 465 – Be thou my vision Benediction. Order for Yetholm Call to Worship: In every age, in every place, You call Your people to worship. In every hour of every day, You invite us to rest in You. In this time and place, O God We worship and rest in You. Hymn: 172 Sing of God’s Glory Prayer of Adoration and Confession Short Talk Hymn 101: to be said antiphonally Readings: Song of Solomon 2:8-13 Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 Hymn:463 Fairest Lord Jesus Talk Hymn: 540 I heard the voice of Jesus say Dedication of Offering Intercessions: Hymn ; 159 Lord for the years Benediction.  Our services for the 5th Sunday after Pentecost are at Yetholm (led by Graeme Watson) and Morebattle (led by Rev Colin), both at 10am.
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Order for Yetholm Service Call to Worship Friends, as we gather to worship God on this Lord’s Day, let us proclaim the central mystery of our faith: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. Christ has died for our sins; Christ was raised on the third day; and Christ will come again to raise those who belong to him. This is what has been preached to us, and this is what we have believed. May this Christ be known to us in worship and daily living. Hymn 153 – Great is Thy Faithfulness Prayers of Approach/ Confession /Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Genesis 22: 1-14 Matthew 10: 40-42 Hymn 549 How Deep the Father’s Love for Us Weekly Prayer Sermon Hymn 506 – All I Once Held Dear Prayers of Dedication & Intercession Hymn 559 – There is a Redeemer Benediction. Order for Morebattle Call to Worship In the dry, hot wilderness of our lives you offer us living water In our regrets and bad choices you offer us living water As we drink deep of the living water May we pass a cup of water to others Hymn 257 – Singing we gladly worship the Lord Prayers of Approach/ Confession/ Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Genesis 22: 1-14 (Pg 22) Matthew 10: 40 – 42 (Pg 976) Hymn 96 – You are before me, Lord, you are behind Weekly Prayer Faithful God, we thank you for your provision as we worship You, who spared not your only Son Jesus. Thank you, Jesus, that you took on the sins of the world that we who believe might have eternal life. Let we your church speak your word of truth with confidence, so that those who are searching and listening will be able to see and hear clearly your message of love and peace. Amen. Sermon Choir Anthem Dedication of Offering Hymn 722 – Spirit of God Prayers of Intercession Hymn 513 – Courage brother Benediction.  Welcome to our services today for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost at Morebattle (led by Tom Burnham) at at Yetholm (led by Rev Colin), both at 10am. There will be refreshments after the service.
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Call to Worship Hymn 598 Come, Holy Ghost, our hearts inspire Prayers of Adoration and Confession, and Lord’s Prayer Short informal talk Readings: Genesis 1: 1-5 2 Corinthians 13: 5-13 Hymn 596 Breathe on me, breath of God Weekly Prayer Sermon Choir: Anthem Dedication of offering Hymn 112 God, whose almighty word Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession Hymn 608 Spirit of truth and grace Benediction Yetholm Order Call to Worship Jesus said, I was hungry and you fed me. We see the face of Christ in all Jesus said, I was sick and you cared for me. We see the face of Christ in all Jesus said, I was a stranger and you welcomed me. We see the face of Christ in all Hymn 198 – Let us build a house Prayers of Approach and Confession/ Lord’s Prayer Readings – Genesis 21: 8-21 (Pg 21) Matthew 10: 26 – 39 (Pg 975) Hymn 37– God is our refuge and our strength Weekly Prayer Holy God, open our eyes that we may see Jesus your only Son both as a sacrifice for sin, and an example of a godly life. Give us the grace to thankfully receive this wonderful gift, and to be willing to take up our cross as we strive to follow Him in our daily lives. Amen Sermon Hymn 195 – Here to the house of God Prayers of Dedication & Intercession Hymn 512 – To God be the glory Benediction.  Our services this Sunday will be at Morebattle (led by Rev Colin) and at Yetholm, led by Rev Una. Both services are at 10am. There will be refreshments after the Yetholm service.
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Order for Yetholm CTW: We welcome you in worship: Women and men, boys and girls, rich and poor, old and young, People with faith and those who doubt. We welcome you in the name of Christ; And we welcome Christ who has come in you. In your faces we see his face; In our voices we hear his voice, In your touch we feel his touch; In our gathering we sense his presence. HYMN 63 All people that on earth do dwell Adoration/Confession ‘Thought’ HYMN 363 We have a gospel to proclaim Genesis 18:1-15 HYMN 122 Let all the world in every corner sing Matthew 9:35-10:8 HYMN 579 Come, my way, my truth, my life Sermon Prayer for the week Offering/Intercessions HYMN 646 Forth in the peace of Christ we go Benediction Order for Morebattle Call to Worship Praise to God, the Creator of all things. Praise to Christ who brings healing and hope. Praise to the Holy Spirit, the Breath of new life. Trinity of grace, we call on you today. Come worship the God who made us and loves us! We come with joyful praise and hopeful hearts! Hymn 122 – Let all the world Prayers of Approach/ Confession /Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Genesis 18: 1-15 (Pg 17) Matthew 9: 35 – 10:8 (Pg 974) Hymn 498– Angel Voices Weekly Prayer Almighty God, we are reminded today that there is nothing too hard for You. As followers of the living Christ, we have freely received your love and forgiveness, so help us to freely give, as we share our Christian faith in our families, our church and our community. Amen Sermon Choir Anthem Dedication of Offering Hymn 623 – Here in this place Prayers of Thanksgiving & Intercession Hymn 529 – Forth in thy name Benediction.  Our services this Sunday will be at Linton (led by Trish Gentry) and at Yetholm where we have the Kirkin’ of the Bari Gadgi and Bari Manushi. Both services are at 10am. There will be refreshments after the Yetholm service.
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Call to worship. Praise the God of creation; who called us to be in relationship. Praise the Christ of love; who calls us friends. Praise the spirit of peace; who enables us to live in unity Hymn 39 (Psalm 50) God the Lord, the king almighty Prayers of adoration and confession. Short talk; the patron saint of bacon rolls Readings :- Genesis 12, 1-9, Matthew 9, 18-26 Hymn MP 400-Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us Weekly prayer Father God, give us the faith to reach out and touch you and help us like Abraham to be willing to follow your directions, so we can receive your blessing on our lives. Help us to be gentle and kind to one another and let us be to others as we would wish them to be to us. When we fail Lord, forgive us and heal us. Amen. Talk Hymn 522 The church is wherever God’s people are praising Offering Prayers of thanksgiving and intercession Hymn 739 The church’s one foundation Blessing Yetholm Order Call to Worship Praise the God of creation Who made us to be in relationship Praise the Christ of love Who calls us friends Praise the Spirit of peace Who enables us to live in unity Hymn 212 – Morning has broken Prayers of Approach/ Confession /Lord’s Prayer Reflection Readings – Genesis 12: 1-9 (Pg 13) Matthew 9:18-26 (Pg 974) Hymn 724 – Christ’s is the world Weekly Prayer Father God, give us the faith to reach out and touch you and help us like Abraham to be willing to follow your directions, so we can receive your blessing on our lives. Help us to be gentle and kind to one another and let us be to others as we would wish them to be to us. When we fail Lord, forgive us and heal us. Amen. Sermon Hymn 530 – One more step Prayers of Dedication & Intercession Hymn 533 – Will you come and follow me Benediction Yetholm Song. |
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