Thursday, October 07, 2010
Shout with Joy
Praises to God
from the whole world
a joyful noise
every voice
shout with joy
singing praises ever
to our God and king
October 7, 2010
Psalm 66:1
Psalm 66:1-12
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 (Amplified Bible)
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
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http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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The Illusion of Control
The world wrapped in a lie
the self-centeredness
man upon a pedestal
though we are made
of clay and His holy breath
as if in the image
made us equal to God
The illusion of control
more than free will
as if we are the creator
rather than his servants on earth
So arrogant his lie
forgetting our station
the work of his hands alone
October 7, 2010
comment on www.christianpoetry.org
on poem “Remembering Our Place”,
http://www.christianpoetry.org/newpoem.php?aid=54014
written 11/26/2009
posted 10/7/2010
&
Call to Worship, thanking God
&
http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/GW/gw004.html
President George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation
October 3, 1789
http://www.nps.gov/history/history/online_books/source/sb2/sb2w.htm
President Abraham Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation,
October 3, 1863
&
Acts 2:44-47
Children’s Sermon,
“Out of Our Abundance,
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
&
Psalm 118:1
Youth Sermon
by Pastor Kevin Twombley
http://www.gccnh.com/
Grace Capital Church,
Concord, NH
&
Deuteronomy 8:11-20
Sermon, “We are living in a dangerous world”,
by Reverend Huntley Halvorson,
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
both part of
Pembroke – Allenstown Community Thanksgiving Service
http://www.pembrokechurch.org/templates/System/default.asp?id=40672
First Congregational Church of Pembroke
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church,
Suncook, NH
http://www.gccnh.com/
Grace Capital Church,
Concord, NH
http://www.catholicnh.org/directory/index.cfm?intType=1&id=72
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Allenstown, NH
http://cs.newhampshire.com/blogs/hooksett_editor/archive/2009/11/25/There-are-many-ways-to-make-the-holiday-bright.aspx
Allenstown – Pembroke Interfaith Food Pantry
November 25, 2009
at First Congregational Church of Pembroke
http://www.pembrokechurch.org/templates/System/default.asp?id=40672
Pembroke Street
Pembroke, NH
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Resting where He Leads
Only the Master providing
giving us our rest
resting where He leads
in this troubled earth
yet peace overflowing
calming our spirits
trusting only in God
resting where He leads
resting in Him
ever in His loving arms
October 7, 2010
comment on www.FaithWriters.com
on poem, “By the Waters”,
http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=122302
written 9/3/2009
posted 10/5/2010
&
John 10:11-15
Psalm 23
and sermon, “The Good Shepherd”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
August 30, 2009
Psalm 23 (King James Version)
1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the
paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil:
for thou art with me;
thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me
in the presence of mine enemies:
thou anointest my head with oil;
my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy
shall follow me all the days of my life:
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
&
Mark 4:35-40
Exodus 20:8-11
Psalm 23
Psalm 127:2
and
Message: Rev. Huntley Halvorson,
"Keeping the Sabbath"
including reference to
Wayne Muller’s book,
“Sabbath: Restoring the Sacred Rhythm of Rest”
www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
August 23, 2009
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Pray for the Foreign Land
Clear instructions
commanded by God
called where we are
in the words of the Father
offering love, peace
wherever we find ourselves
even in a foreign land
Pray for the city
the country of our exile
wishing them the best
that we may do well
that all would prosper and thrive
until God comes again
to bring us safely home
October 7, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 (Amplified Bible)
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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Sink Down Roots
The diaspora of the world
temporary citizens
our future in heaven
for eternal birth
For these days
while we walk the earth
to sink down roots
to plan and reap in season
living in the world
Pray for our neighbors
our brothers and sisters in the land
though we are exiles
trusting in God’s plan
Faithful to His command
a witness to His love
offering hope to all we meet
until He comes again
October 7, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 (Amplified Bible)
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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Willows Dancing
Pure white clouds
like pulled cotton
partially transparent
translucent, shining
a living backdrop
for the willows dancing
Arms moving like octopi,
sea anemone fingers
with pom-poms of green, silver
dancing to the autumn breeze
the rhythms of the dance
a mystery to me
dancing for a hidden master
singing praises for the season
to the creator, our king
October 7, 2010
Fall in New England
walk to Pembroke Village School,
waiting while the girls played
on the playground
2:15-2:57pm
as the clouds came and went
and came again
Suncook, NH
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In Words of Color
The changing of the leaves
the season of autumn
oranges and reds
and pure simple yellows
But words of color
more varied than these
to explain, to visualize
what we actually see
A yellow finch of the weeping willow
the cranberry of this maple
maybe the brown paper bag
tanned hides of the oak
or the pumpkin of another
We are blessed with a vibrant palette
below the azure sky
needs a crayon box of words
a cornucopia of colors
to get it just right
October 7, 2010
Fall in New England
walk to Pembroke Village School
&
outside the church today
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Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
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On this Road with Us
Our Savior joins us
whether we know it or not
there right beside us
all the days of our life
On this road with us
in our joys and in our struggles
offering salvation
if we would let Him in
Inside the doorway
sitting at table with us
revealing Himself completely
in the breaking of the bread
His sacrifice immense
beyond our comprehension
the Creator of the universe
climbing the cross for me
Descending to the blackness
the pitch of the grave
rising in victory triumphant
that I may see His face
October 7, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
September 30, 2010 to October 3, 2010
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whether we know it or not
there right beside us
all the days of our life
On this road with us
in our joys and in our struggles
offering salvation
if we would let Him in
Inside the doorway
sitting at table with us
revealing Himself completely
in the breaking of the bread
His sacrifice immense
beyond our comprehension
the Creator of the universe
climbing the cross for me
Descending to the blackness
the pitch of the grave
rising in victory triumphant
that I may see His face
October 7, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
September 30, 2010 to October 3, 2010
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Walking With Us - 3
Speaking to us
walking with us
right beside us
Christ on our road
He is our Savior
by his grace only
we are healed
redeemed by his sacrifice
His life given for you and me
for the whole world
we are to share, to witness
to the ends of the earth
October 7, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
September 30, 2010 to October 3, 2010
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walking with us
right beside us
Christ on our road
He is our Savior
by his grace only
we are healed
redeemed by his sacrifice
His life given for you and me
for the whole world
we are to share, to witness
to the ends of the earth
October 7, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
September 30, 2010 to October 3, 2010
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New England Conference of the United Methodist Church link
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The Other Disciple
Each of us journeying
following the path
each of us gathering
carrying our cross
We are the other disciple
unnamed, on the road
walking with Jesus
all the way home
He is beside us
on our path, in this walk
sharing our struggles and triumphs
all of our days
Christ is with us
His Spirit indwelling
calling us to go, to share
in service to our King
October 7, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
September 30, 2010 to October 3, 2010
-------------------
Into this Story
We are called, our lives revealed
our days written in this story
in this journey of faith
leading home
Into this story we see ourselves
the questioning disciples
unable to believe
proofs written, handed down
finding Christ, in the breaking of the bread
in the sharing of a meal with a stranger
unnamed though we are
we are there, walking
needing to know
to understand
needing to believe
September 4, 2009
Luke 24:13-35
Walk to Emmaus
after posting The Unnamed Disciples to Facebook
----
The Unnamed Disciples
With Cleopas, walking home
on the Road to Emmaus
Leaving Jerusalem, on a journey
traveling from the city of David
wondering what is to become of His ministry
now that the Master is gone
So much pain, so much confusion
not truly understanding these things
Walking on that road
joined by a stranger, seemingly unaware
unaware of the events which have dominated our days
from the triumphant entrance, hosannas and palms
to the cross, to death, to the grave
Reports of the empty tomb, of his rising
but emptiness mainly
The stranger sharing, what is this he says
the prophecy of the Messiah
in the life of our Master
the scripture fulfilled
Walking homeward
entering in
Our savior lives!
in the breaking of bread
We are the unnamed disciple
walking with Christ
so unsure, so troubled
when we should have joy instead
Believing, if we but walk with him
look to the scripture, to the words of old
his life, his ministry, all of this foretold
The words he shared with Cleopas, with us as well
as true today, as on the road to Emmaus
the road home, to our Father
walking with our savior, with our brother
Sharing the good news with the others
until all of us have heard,
to the ends of the earth
April 22, 2009
Luke 24:13-35
Walk to Emmaus
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Wednesday, October 06, 2010
Be Fruitful
In wherever we are found
wherever we live
where God has led us
this is where to begin
Be fruitful in our endeavors
all the work holy
if directed by God
the work will be multiplied
All of our days guided
if we will be led
the whole world to be redeemed
all of the people fed
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
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http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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God Has Placed Us Here
For some purpose
fully known only to God
God has placed us here
to continue the work of Christ
We are all gifted
by the creator
each of us a part to place
in the work of our savior
In this time
in this space
we are to toil
until Christ comes again
and we leave this mortal coil
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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fully known only to God
God has placed us here
to continue the work of Christ
We are all gifted
by the creator
each of us a part to place
in the work of our savior
In this time
in this space
we are to toil
until Christ comes again
and we leave this mortal coil
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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Wherever God Has Placed Us
We are but the clay
He is the potter
We are to grow, to love
to share his message
wherever God has placed us
wherever we have taken root
to go as we have been sent
to do our master’s work
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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He is the potter
We are to grow, to love
to share his message
wherever God has placed us
wherever we have taken root
to go as we have been sent
to do our master’s work
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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God Has Planted Us Here
Our lives for a purpose
when we submit to His will
God has planted us here
work to be done still
To go where we are called
to stand in the breach
love of God to share
to everyone we reach
God’s purpose not ours to know
to answer his call
to serve our neighbors in need
to give to God our all
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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Raise Children
While we are yet in exile
standing on foreign soil
far from our homes
where we truly belong
We are called to be faithful
to be fruit, to raise our children
a living example of God’s love
in how we walk on earth
Ours is the task
in our time and place
to bring the message of God’s grace
to show the face of Christ
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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Bear Fruit
Bear fruit and multiple
grow in the land
be faithful where we are sent
heeding God’s command
Ours is to do the work
not to anticipate what’s next
all of life is in God’s hands
He hasn’t failed us yet
We can trust in the Lord
to submit our lives to Him
humbly in His service
to bring the world close to Him
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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grow in the land
be faithful where we are sent
heeding God’s command
Ours is to do the work
not to anticipate what’s next
all of life is in God’s hands
He hasn’t failed us yet
We can trust in the Lord
to submit our lives to Him
humbly in His service
to bring the world close to Him
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
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http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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In This Wilderness - 2
Exiles in this wilderness
far from our home
called to be fruitful
to bear his message of love
Stand in the storms
confident in God
His love sufficient
to bring the world back to Him
We are His servants
the workers in the field
doing our tasks in our time
as the Lord has planned
Going into the wilderness
far from our home
bearing his gift of grace
to the whole world
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
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http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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In This Foreign Land
God has planted us
in this foreign land
to serve a purpose
only he understands
We are to be fruitful
our shoulders to the wheel
our lives a witness
to how his love can heal
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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Grow Where We Stand
Our calling, active
to grow where we stand
to center our lives on Christ
to go where He commands
Our lives to be fruitful
wherever we are planted
our roots deep in the living waters
of Your word oh Lord
To spread Your holy message
offering love in Your name
seeking ever to be faithful
as to the reason why you came
A witness in our time and place
abiding in the vine
growing where we stand
to bring healing to our fellow man
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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to grow where we stand
to center our lives on Christ
to go where He commands
Our lives to be fruitful
wherever we are planted
our roots deep in the living waters
of Your word oh Lord
To spread Your holy message
offering love in Your name
seeking ever to be faithful
as to the reason why you came
A witness in our time and place
abiding in the vine
growing where we stand
to bring healing to our fellow man
October 6, 2010
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12
Psalm 24:7-10 (Call to Worship)
Worship Theme: “Where has God placed us?”
and sermon, “Settling In”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
October 10, 2010
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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Words on Her Door
Words of comfort
of hope, of truth
the promises of God
written in meter and verse
God telling us something
in each of the scriptures
something to hold onto
to change our very lives
Words on her door
the canon of the bible
offered daily
to remind of us You
Holy scripture
down through the ages
speaking then as now
if we listen to the word of God
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
October 6, 2010
&
Ephesians 5:1 (posted on Ruth’s office door)
and various translations of Ephesians 5:1-2
“Be imitators of God, therefore,
as dearly loved children and
live a life of love, just as Christ loved us
and gave himself up for us as a
fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” (NIV)
September 17, 2010
&
Isaiah 6:8 (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying,
"Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?"
And I said, "Here am I. Send me!"”
September 18, 2010
&
Romans 15:7 (Common English Bible)
(posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So welcome each other, in the same way that Christ also welcomed you, for God’s glory.”
September 22, 2010
&
Romans 5:3-4 (Common English Bible)
posted to Ruth’s office door
(and not like Martin Luther’s 95 Theses
nailed to the Wittenburg church door- smile)
“But not only that! We even take pride in our problems,
because we know that trouble produces endurance,
endurance produces character, and character produces hope.”
September 23, 2010
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
An Everlasting Rock
Not subject to change
to erosion or earthquake
not rolling down
crumbling into dust
God ever steadfast
ever and unchanging
His love and protection
in this we can ever trust
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Utter Incapable
I am utterly incapable
when I go on my own
unable to accomplish
the goals on my own
Trusting in God
He does provide
all the strength coming
to do the Master’s work
Confident in Him
right by my side
going where I am led
without guile or pride
He guides my feet
when I listen to Him
more work to do
oh Lord let us begin
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Lean on Him
Fathom your frailty
your utter weakness
but trust in Him
and lean on God
Able to do all things
with God in the front seat
we are riding with Him
if we let Him take the lead
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
your utter weakness
but trust in Him
and lean on God
Able to do all things
with God in the front seat
we are riding with Him
if we let Him take the lead
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Hoping in Him
My heart hoping
in the coming of Christ
His return to redeem
the least and the lost
To bring us home
to our eternal rest
in this all believer
as safe and truly blessed
Focus on God
on his calling to us
to go and do His work
while we are here on earth
Each of us is charged
to use the gifts we have
to offer Christ to all
to lend a helping hand
Grounded in the Lord
on this rock we stand
confident in the future
just as our creator planned
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Centered in Christ
Our focus, our compass
centered in the Christ
God who came down to earth
to raise His children up
He is our star
our guiding light
in his life we find
we have new sight
Able to venture
out into the darkness
to bring His message
to the ends of the earth
Leaning on Christ
heeding His Spirit
stirring deep within us
to guide our trembling feet
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Hope in Him
Believe in God
in His ability to provide
all we every need
He is right by our side
Ever faithful in our trials
lifting us up
right with us in our struggles
filling our cup
God can be relied on
He is the rock of all ages
our strength all of our days
blessings in all the pages
October 6, 2010
Isaiah 26:4 (Amplified Bible) (posted on Ruth’s office door)
“So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him,
hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is
an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages].”
Pastor Ruth L. Foss, of
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Falling on the Mums
The rain falling heavy
on the autumnal tableau
the vivid colors of autumn
on the mums below
Watering the fall garden
the blooms tightly packed
no need for human efforts
God providing the rain
Washing our world a little cleaner
washing away the dust
the colors likely more vibrant
when the sun comes back out
October 6, 2010
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The Trees in the Cabinets
The reams and reams of paper
the trees in the cabinets
files after files
lives written down
The trees that were slaughtered
butchered and used up
the paperless office
hasn’t caught up
with our appetite yet
October 6, 2010
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With the same gait
She ran to see her friend
coming back together
the green clogs and the gray sneakers
walking together
Not running, not skipping
not walking in a march
but walking with the same gait
back to the rest of us
October 6, 2010
Pembroke Village School
Pembroke, NH
about 7:40am
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A Check Mark
Giggles on the playground
waiting for the bus
the geese not quite getting it
not in the least
The lines in the sky
trying to be a V
but only a check mark
just a wannabe
October 6, 2010
Pembroke Village School
Pembroke, NH
about 7:40am
and earlier poem
---------------
Half a V
A living line
row of stitches
snaking across the sky
Geese heading south
with only half a V
Discordant sight
Out of sync
Struggling
for warmer climes
Friday, October 15, 2004 9:57am
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Sermon - "Whom Shall I Trust?" by Pastor Ruth L. Foss, September 26, 2010, Suncook United Methodist Church
Pastor Ruth Foss
September 26, 2010
Luke 16:19-31 the Voice Bible
Psalm 146:1-5, 10 the Message Bible
1 Timothy 6:17-19 NIV Bible
Whom Shall I Trust?
A reading from the book of St. Luke; chapter 16 verses 19-31; The Rich Man and Lazarus (I’m reading from the Voice Bible translation):
Jesus often spoke in parables to teach the people around Him. These parables were told in a way that they would understand what Jesus was talking about. . . much like the stories that we tell our children so that they would understand what we are trying to teach them. This parable has really made me stop and think about how I am living my own life. What do my actions say about who I am and my faith in God? In whom or what do I trust. . . ?
This rich man had to pass Lazarus each and every day but this rich man chose to look in the other direction. He lived a life of luxury but kept it all to himself. He relied on his own money and not God’s providence. He had all the good things in life but did not share the blessing. We are blessed to be a blessing. Was this man afraid to trust God for his “daily bread”? Did he trust in his worldly wealth over his heavenly wealth?
This rich man spent his life living for himself and did not “care” for. . . was not concerned about. . . his own family. . . he did not share about God in his life time. . . did not share about God’s goodness and mercy and providence while he was alive. He was actually to late in his sharing. . . while he was alive he wanted someone else to teach his family instead of doing it himself. His concern for others didn’t happen until it was too late. . . he was already dead and being tormented in the “land of the dead.” Did he really believe God’s word about how he should live his life? Why did he wait until it was too late? Why are there blinders on some who rely on the worlds treasures and not on the treasures of heaven?
In death. . . this rich man learned that doing what is right has eternal consequences as well as ignoring what is right. Now don’t get me wrong. . . this rich man probably thought that he was righteous before God. He more than likely went to the temple each time and called on the name of the Lord. (We know this because he called Abraham “Father Abraham”. . . he knew what the scriptures said about his heritage as a Jew and that he was a descendent of Abraham) He probably even thought that he was prosperous because he was righteous. This man could look past the beggar. This beggar must have done something wrong to be in the situation he was in. This must have been god’s punishment for this man called Lazarus. My question is. . . how did he know the beggars name if he really didn’t take notice of him. . . hmmm...?
Well I am sure that this rich man had a big surprise when he died. He probably thought that someone messed up. . . he was righteous and didn’t deserve what he was getting. Righteousness and love for God causes us to reach out to those around us who are lacking. . . it causes us to care about others. . . it causes us to continue the work that Christ did while He walk this earth. . . it causes us to feed and clothe those who are less fortunate than we are. . . it causes us to share the blessing. This man did not live out his faith by showing compassion, love and mercy. He ignored Lazarus who was right under his nose. . . ”
And then we have the other character of this parable. . . we have Lazarus. . . now. . . Lazarus had nothing. He relied on God’s grace and providence each and every moment of his life. He seemed to be invisible to those around him. He was so hungry that he was willing to eat whatever fell on the ground from this rich man’s table (which must have been a lot if he would be able to survive on it. . . what a wasteful man this rich guy must have been). He had no one to advocate for him. . . no one who cared enough about him to help in his time of need. This poor beggar didn’t even have a chance to tell others about how God had provided for him in his life (remember. . . this man was virtually invisible. No one wanted to be near him. He must have had a stench about him with those sores and all. . . he probably had not taken a bath in a very long time. . . ). Even in his death he was unable to reach out and help. . . to share about God’s providence to him with the rich man’s brothers. . . to help them make a change in their lives. Or does this Lazarus’s life able to help others generations after his death? What lessons can we. . . the descendents of Abraham. . . learn from this parable? What or who does this parable make you and I think of? Is this man, in the parable, teaching. . . reaching down from heaven to share water that will quench our thirst. . . about God and His goodness and providence? I think so. . . Whom shall we trust. . . the world and it’s riches or Heaven and it’s eternal riches. . . The way of the world or the way of God. . . Life on earth or life eternal? You choose. . .
So what are some ways that we can reach out to others. . . those who are invisible to society at times? Well. . . yesterday there were two walks that did just that. Two walks that made a difference in someone’s life. There was the walk for Juvenile Diabetes and the CROP walk for hunger. These walks helped those who are not able to do it on their own. These walks showed them someone cared. These walks were answers to prayers. . . they were the sharing of God’s blessings with others so that they too may be blessed.
Another way that we as a church reach out is through the Our Family’s Table. There are people there who are in need. . . people come to be with one another. . . to share the load with one another. . . to have the sense of a family that cares. This is a way that we share and show God’s goodness in our lives and in the lives of those who are served.
You see. . . the moral of this story is that weather rich or poor. . . the only way to heaven is faith in Jesus. . . and that faith causes obedience. . . which causes us to be in mission in the world. . . sharing the Good News of hope, compassion and love; not with just our words but also in what we do. Is there someone in your life who needs your help? Is there someone you know who needs to hear about God’s goodness. . . and not only hear but see it in action? Is there someone you know who needs a “wake-up call” about how they are living their life? Why not share with them? Find a Lazarus and show them God’s love and meet their need. . . find a rich man and tell them about Jesus and His ministry on earth. You never know when it will be too late. . .
Let us pray. . . Loving, Eternal God. . . we thank you for your word and how it teaches us to live a life that is righteous and good in your sight. We pray that you would help us to see those who are invisible around us. . . give us eyes to see the world as you see it. . . embolden us to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. . . help us to find ways to reach those who seem to be unreachable for your glory and the glory of our eternal home in Jesus Christ. . .
Amen. . .
Luke 16:19-31 (the Voice Bible)
1 Timothy 6:17-19 (NIV Bible)
Psalm 146:1-6 (Call to Worship) (The Message Bible)
Worship Theme: “Where do we place our trust?”
and sermon, “Whom Shall I Trust”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
September 26, 2010
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
September 26, 2010
Luke 16:19-31 the Voice Bible
Psalm 146:1-5, 10 the Message Bible
1 Timothy 6:17-19 NIV Bible
Whom Shall I Trust?
A reading from the book of St. Luke; chapter 16 verses 19-31; The Rich Man and Lazarus (I’m reading from the Voice Bible translation):
Jesus often spoke in parables to teach the people around Him. These parables were told in a way that they would understand what Jesus was talking about. . . much like the stories that we tell our children so that they would understand what we are trying to teach them. This parable has really made me stop and think about how I am living my own life. What do my actions say about who I am and my faith in God? In whom or what do I trust. . . ?
This rich man had to pass Lazarus each and every day but this rich man chose to look in the other direction. He lived a life of luxury but kept it all to himself. He relied on his own money and not God’s providence. He had all the good things in life but did not share the blessing. We are blessed to be a blessing. Was this man afraid to trust God for his “daily bread”? Did he trust in his worldly wealth over his heavenly wealth?
This rich man spent his life living for himself and did not “care” for. . . was not concerned about. . . his own family. . . he did not share about God in his life time. . . did not share about God’s goodness and mercy and providence while he was alive. He was actually to late in his sharing. . . while he was alive he wanted someone else to teach his family instead of doing it himself. His concern for others didn’t happen until it was too late. . . he was already dead and being tormented in the “land of the dead.” Did he really believe God’s word about how he should live his life? Why did he wait until it was too late? Why are there blinders on some who rely on the worlds treasures and not on the treasures of heaven?
In death. . . this rich man learned that doing what is right has eternal consequences as well as ignoring what is right. Now don’t get me wrong. . . this rich man probably thought that he was righteous before God. He more than likely went to the temple each time and called on the name of the Lord. (We know this because he called Abraham “Father Abraham”. . . he knew what the scriptures said about his heritage as a Jew and that he was a descendent of Abraham) He probably even thought that he was prosperous because he was righteous. This man could look past the beggar. This beggar must have done something wrong to be in the situation he was in. This must have been god’s punishment for this man called Lazarus. My question is. . . how did he know the beggars name if he really didn’t take notice of him. . . hmmm...?
Well I am sure that this rich man had a big surprise when he died. He probably thought that someone messed up. . . he was righteous and didn’t deserve what he was getting. Righteousness and love for God causes us to reach out to those around us who are lacking. . . it causes us to care about others. . . it causes us to continue the work that Christ did while He walk this earth. . . it causes us to feed and clothe those who are less fortunate than we are. . . it causes us to share the blessing. This man did not live out his faith by showing compassion, love and mercy. He ignored Lazarus who was right under his nose. . . ”
And then we have the other character of this parable. . . we have Lazarus. . . now. . . Lazarus had nothing. He relied on God’s grace and providence each and every moment of his life. He seemed to be invisible to those around him. He was so hungry that he was willing to eat whatever fell on the ground from this rich man’s table (which must have been a lot if he would be able to survive on it. . . what a wasteful man this rich guy must have been). He had no one to advocate for him. . . no one who cared enough about him to help in his time of need. This poor beggar didn’t even have a chance to tell others about how God had provided for him in his life (remember. . . this man was virtually invisible. No one wanted to be near him. He must have had a stench about him with those sores and all. . . he probably had not taken a bath in a very long time. . . ). Even in his death he was unable to reach out and help. . . to share about God’s providence to him with the rich man’s brothers. . . to help them make a change in their lives. Or does this Lazarus’s life able to help others generations after his death? What lessons can we. . . the descendents of Abraham. . . learn from this parable? What or who does this parable make you and I think of? Is this man, in the parable, teaching. . . reaching down from heaven to share water that will quench our thirst. . . about God and His goodness and providence? I think so. . . Whom shall we trust. . . the world and it’s riches or Heaven and it’s eternal riches. . . The way of the world or the way of God. . . Life on earth or life eternal? You choose. . .
So what are some ways that we can reach out to others. . . those who are invisible to society at times? Well. . . yesterday there were two walks that did just that. Two walks that made a difference in someone’s life. There was the walk for Juvenile Diabetes and the CROP walk for hunger. These walks helped those who are not able to do it on their own. These walks showed them someone cared. These walks were answers to prayers. . . they were the sharing of God’s blessings with others so that they too may be blessed.
Another way that we as a church reach out is through the Our Family’s Table. There are people there who are in need. . . people come to be with one another. . . to share the load with one another. . . to have the sense of a family that cares. This is a way that we share and show God’s goodness in our lives and in the lives of those who are served.
You see. . . the moral of this story is that weather rich or poor. . . the only way to heaven is faith in Jesus. . . and that faith causes obedience. . . which causes us to be in mission in the world. . . sharing the Good News of hope, compassion and love; not with just our words but also in what we do. Is there someone in your life who needs your help? Is there someone you know who needs to hear about God’s goodness. . . and not only hear but see it in action? Is there someone you know who needs a “wake-up call” about how they are living their life? Why not share with them? Find a Lazarus and show them God’s love and meet their need. . . find a rich man and tell them about Jesus and His ministry on earth. You never know when it will be too late. . .
Let us pray. . . Loving, Eternal God. . . we thank you for your word and how it teaches us to live a life that is righteous and good in your sight. We pray that you would help us to see those who are invisible around us. . . give us eyes to see the world as you see it. . . embolden us to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. . . help us to find ways to reach those who seem to be unreachable for your glory and the glory of our eternal home in Jesus Christ. . .
Amen. . .
Luke 16:19-31 (the Voice Bible)
1 Timothy 6:17-19 (NIV Bible)
Psalm 146:1-6 (Call to Worship) (The Message Bible)
Worship Theme: “Where do we place our trust?”
and sermon, “Whom Shall I Trust”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pastorruthfoss
http://www.suncookumc.org
Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
September 26, 2010
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Tuesday, October 05, 2010
Loving Touch of the Hand
So much in the touch
the loving touch of the hand
resting briefly upon us
transferring affection
the depth of caring
only touch can achieve
Going into the world
being present with our neighbors
offering more than mere words
in the work of our savior
Going further
reaching out to them
offering our very selves to them
in the loving touch of our hands
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
September 30, 2010 to October 3, 2010
&
Suncook Poetry Group
October 4, 2010
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the loving touch of the hand
resting briefly upon us
transferring affection
the depth of caring
only touch can achieve
Going into the world
being present with our neighbors
offering more than mere words
in the work of our savior
Going further
reaching out to them
offering our very selves to them
in the loving touch of our hands
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
September 30, 2010 to October 3, 2010
&
Suncook Poetry Group
October 4, 2010
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How’s This Life Working for You
If we actually listen
to the voice of God
what would we answer
when our Master calls
How’s this life working for you
do you truly feel in control
are you really better off now
seeking after the world
Are you happy in your heart
chasing the brass ring
when all God asks of you
is to come, follow me
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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to the voice of God
what would we answer
when our Master calls
How’s this life working for you
do you truly feel in control
are you really better off now
seeking after the world
Are you happy in your heart
chasing the brass ring
when all God asks of you
is to come, follow me
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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When You Feel Unburdened
It almost seems that we are mindful
wanting to be ready
to give our lives over
when we feel unburdened
when we are at peace
forgetting that our strength
all we need in Him
God’s voice calling to us even now
wanting us to come to Him
to answer when He calls
to turn from the world
our focus on the earth
to seek instead the Christ
and our eternal birth
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Pieces of Love
Bits of grace
pieces of love
offered to us
from God above
all of us can share
what we have been given
sharing with the world
the wonder of God’s love
able to redeem
to restore all the lost sheep
gathering us all
to bring us in to His courts
in true relationship
in the arms of our King
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Give Up Your Life
Christ’s offer to us
of redemption, salvation
contingent on our accepting
of His grace for us
yet more than that required
what we are to offer
giving up our lives
in humble offering
Choosing to follow
to be led by Christ
to go out into the world
and spread his message of love
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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When We Say Later
The Spirit calling
ever present
when we say later
Christ says come
not when we are unburdened
when we feel ready
God’s calling in His time
come, come, follow me
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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ever present
when we say later
Christ says come
not when we are unburdened
when we feel ready
God’s calling in His time
come, come, follow me
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Turn toward God
Like James and John
Like Peter and Andrew
called from our lives
to follow the Christ
Each of us to turn
from the world
to turn toward God
the path of our lives
to be conformed to His plan
Giving up control
the wealth that we have
the things of this earth
that seem to dictate our path
Change our perspective
from selfishness to servant
following the Christ
to continue His sacred work
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Turn from the World
Each of us to turn
to turn from the world
leaving the past behind
and following our Lord
He is calling us
to go out into the world
to spread His message of love
so all will have heard
Each of us to do our part
to go when we are called
whether we are on top of the world
or in the pit of despair
God calling us
to go and be Christ
to share his love for man
with everyone we meet
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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to turn from the world
leaving the past behind
and following our Lord
He is calling us
to go out into the world
to spread His message of love
so all will have heard
Each of us to do our part
to go when we are called
whether we are on top of the world
or in the pit of despair
God calling us
to go and be Christ
to share his love for man
with everyone we meet
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Love Your Neighbor
God’s command
to love your neighbor
not just for those who we like
but for all whom we meet
God’s love to be shared
through our hands and our feet
our walk on the earth
so Christ they will meet
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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The Lord Didn’t Say
The Lord’s calling
to the disciples, to us
to leave the nets on the shore
to come and follow me
The Lord didn’t say
when you believe you are ready
we are to answer His call
to go where we are led
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Walk with Me
God in Christ
still calling to us
from the pages of the word
and from deep inside of us
Yearning for connection
to share the Emmaus Road
the journey of our lives
that will lead us home
Walk with me He calls
take up your cross
My yoke is light when we share the road
that leads to heaven above
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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still calling to us
from the pages of the word
and from deep inside of us
Yearning for connection
to share the Emmaus Road
the journey of our lives
that will lead us home
Walk with me He calls
take up your cross
My yoke is light when we share the road
that leads to heaven above
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Come to Me
God’s call to us urgent
for He grieves for our sin
wanting us to turn
that He may enter in
We are His children
the beloved children of God
His heart aches
when we are estranged from the Lord
Wanting us to come
when He first calls to us
but standing in the doorway
waiting for us to let Him in
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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When You are Ready
God calling ever
come, come to me
follow the Savior
in Him liberty
Come when you are ready;
but oh please come
my arms ever open
to let you come in
Come when I call
oh please here my plea
my grace sufficient
my love for you complete
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Come When I Call
God quite clear
in the story of Christ
the way He walked
how he calls to us
Come when I call
the words of the Lord
go from your home
when called by the Christ
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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in the story of Christ
the way He walked
how he calls to us
Come when I call
the words of the Lord
go from your home
when called by the Christ
October 5, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Monday, October 04, 2010
To be those disciples
We are called to be those disciples
like the first by the sea
who came when he called
leaving their nets, their lives behind
following the Christ
We too are called
from our current station
to turn and follow Him
wherever He would lead
None of us special
none of us worthy
all of us sinners
needing the grace of God
He calls us to be faithful
to be His hands and feet
His witnesses in the world
to everyone we meet
Sharing his message
the love of God come down
walking with us as a man
that we may live again
Redeemed only by his grace
to walk the land in His name
healing the sick, the blind, the lame
bringing the message to the world
to bringing them home again
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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To be those servants
Oh to be faithful
to be those servants ever
follow the Christ where he will lead
never hesitating, never faltering
always focused on God
never wavering in my faith
even in times of sorrow
to be those servants ever
faithful to the end
going where I am led
to do my master’s work
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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to be those servants ever
follow the Christ where he will lead
never hesitating, never faltering
always focused on God
never wavering in my faith
even in times of sorrow
to be those servants ever
faithful to the end
going where I am led
to do my master’s work
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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Back into the World (2)
Changed forever
conformed to Christ
going back into the world
to be the hands of Christ
going where we are led
to continue His work
to the ends of the earth
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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Share the Flame
Share the flame
the fire of God’s Spirit
burning brightly
in the depths of our souls
His love shining
through us if we let it
if we commit our lives
to the power of his story
The grace of God to tell
to the whole world
love big enough
to heal all the people on earth
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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Life from Death
By His grace only
from Death to Life
the journey of our days changed
when we come to know the Christ
We are changed forever
new being in truth
living our lives differently
following our king
Going into the world
new eyes to see our neighbors
seeing the family resemblance
no longer are they strangers
To share our Savior’s message
the abiding love of God
each of us commissioned
to be the hands and feet of Christ
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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from Death to Life
the journey of our days changed
when we come to know the Christ
We are changed forever
new being in truth
living our lives differently
following our king
Going into the world
new eyes to see our neighbors
seeing the family resemblance
no longer are they strangers
To share our Savior’s message
the abiding love of God
each of us commissioned
to be the hands and feet of Christ
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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This is Grace
Surely this is love
the witness of our faith
coming together as a community
to lift our brothers up
Praying around the clock
offering gifts of love
surely this is grace
flowing into our hearts
Being the earthen vessels
the hands and feet of Christ
showing each other what true love is
in our walk upon the earth
Walking with them ever
on the Emmaus Road
the journey of the faithful
ever leading us home
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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God’s plan for me
Ready to heed
God’s plan for me
what I am to do
To be His voice in the world
a conduit for His words
to spread his message of love
all around the world
Let me be faithful
let me submit to Him
Please use me, oh Lord
that more people may live
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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If He wants Me
Use me Lord
if You want me
send me to serve
and I will go
Teach me Your ways
the path for my life
show me where to serve
to do Your holy work
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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if You want me
send me to serve
and I will go
Teach me Your ways
the path for my life
show me where to serve
to do Your holy work
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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On the Inside Now
From the wilderness
from the way of the world
making my own way
blind and wandering
On the inside now
claiming his name
the joy of belonging
in the family of God
Changed forever
in choosing to repent
leaving the world
to return to God
Into His arms
all of my days
conforming my steps
only to His ways
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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from the way of the world
making my own way
blind and wandering
On the inside now
claiming his name
the joy of belonging
in the family of God
Changed forever
in choosing to repent
leaving the world
to return to God
Into His arms
all of my days
conforming my steps
only to His ways
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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To see Christ in my face
A prayer I would share
what we mean
when we claim His name
that others would see
Christ in my face
in the way I walk
humbly on this earth
Loving those
who I would otherwise hate
caring for those
who are in need
offering love
humbly, in His holy name
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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Given the Commission
If we truly listen
read the word of God
we would know we must go
to do the master’s work
all of us given the commission
anointed for God’s service
given gifts to share
the message of the Christ
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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read the word of God
we would know we must go
to do the master’s work
all of us given the commission
anointed for God’s service
given gifts to share
the message of the Christ
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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To be a good disciple
After hearing
God’s message for me
trying my best
to be a good disciple
to turn from the world
and follow the way of the cross
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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More Open to His Call
That we all would be more open to His call
the still small voice speaking
calling to each one,
all throughout the world
God’s voice calling
to each human heart
to turn from the world
and to follow the Christ
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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the still small voice speaking
calling to each one,
all throughout the world
God’s voice calling
to each human heart
to turn from the world
and to follow the Christ
October 4, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
October 3, 2010
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To be those witnesses
We are called
each one of us
the calling of the Christ
to going out into the world
to be those witnesses
the same as the first
to go to the ends of the earth
spreading his message of love
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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each one of us
the calling of the Christ
to going out into the world
to be those witnesses
the same as the first
to go to the ends of the earth
spreading his message of love
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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Suffer for the Gospel
Wear your faith
believe in your calling
go where you are sent
not worrying about tomorrow
Act on what you believe in
the faith of the saints
the message of the gospel
of the redeeming gift of God
Suffer for the gospel
for the truth of Christ
bringing his message of life
to the ends of the earth
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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A Spirit of Power
Stand up and be counted
shout from the hilltops
the joy of our salvation
through the gift of His grace
Giving a Spirit of power
to stand in the storms
to share Christ’s message
God’s love to one and all
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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Fan the Flames
Fan the flames of your witness
seeking after His grace
the pouring of His love
raining down on us
Share the good news
that which we believe
not by our works
are we fully redeemed
Christ alone
the embodiment of God
come down to earth
instead of wearing the crown
Dying that we may live
the fire within
the Spirit burning within us
guiding our feet
Love for our neighbors
each and every one
sharing Christ with all
until Your Kingdom comes
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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Testify Freely
Praise the Lord
testify freely
witness to His power
and the cloud of His grace
The gift freely given
offered by Christ
to die that we would live
at such a great cost
October 4, 2010
homily on 2 Timothy 1:3-14
2 Timothy 1:1-14
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Nancy Collins
October 3, 2010
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A piece of the whole
Like the parts of the body
each one of us special
a piece of the whole
the body of Christ
the face of our savior
living in our time
each of us can do our part
using our own gifts
all of us can serve the king
to lift our brothers up
October 4, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
October 3, 2010
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A part of the whole
each of us needed
a part of the whole
together one body
a wonder to behold
God’s plan worked out
through human lumps of clay
each of us a part to play
to make his kingdom come
We are can contribute
through the gifts we have
whatever is in our hand
to give in offering to God
to continue our master’s work
October 4, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
October 3, 2010
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a part of the whole
together one body
a wonder to behold
God’s plan worked out
through human lumps of clay
each of us a part to play
to make his kingdom come
We are can contribute
through the gifts we have
whatever is in our hand
to give in offering to God
to continue our master’s work
October 4, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
October 3, 2010
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Together One Body
A reminder from Paul
ancient words to remember
all of us are needed
to lift the body up
all of us together one body
the body of Christ
October 4, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
October 3, 2010
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ancient words to remember
all of us are needed
to lift the body up
all of us together one body
the body of Christ
October 4, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
October 3, 2010
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Together One
All of us together
together one body
though many pieces
many parts of the body
but together one
though we are many pieces
one body alone.
October 3, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
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Gifts of Grace
His body and His blood
gifts of grace
from heaven sent
poured down on us
Beyond our imagination
the enormity of Your blessing
Your covenant unending
Your love for us complete
October 3, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
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A part of the body
Each of us special
cherished by God
a part of the body
of Christ, of the kingdom
work to be done
each of us serving
together in worship
for the glory of God
October 3, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
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cherished by God
a part of the body
of Christ, of the kingdom
work to be done
each of us serving
together in worship
for the glory of God
October 3, 2010
devotion on 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Rodney Dobbs
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Rich Men in the Bible
We in this society
like the rich men in the bible
slow to turn from the world
to be guided by God’s love
We are called
to submit to His will
to turn from the world
and follow Him instead
Easy to submit
when we are impoverished
much harder when our stomachs are full
to walk away from our wealth
October 2, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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An act of hope
A promise for a future
an act of hope in tomorrow
buying land while in exile
following God’s command
Then like now
exiles in the land
buying a lot in heaven
following God’s command
October 2, 2010
reflection on Jeremiah 32:1-44
by Reverend Richard Garland
on September 30, 2010
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Laid Out for Us
Like the others
those who have gone before
called from our comfort
to do the work of Christ
The plan already written
laid out for us
the world of the kingdom
that His will would be done
October 2, 2010
reflection on John 14:11-13
from The Message
by Reverend John Blackadar
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Gathering
In Your chapel gathering
a community coming together
joyfully singing
raising our voices
together in worship
the fire of love growing
kindling in our hearts
for the pilgrims walking
journeying with You
on the Emmaus Road
October 2, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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a community coming together
joyfully singing
raising our voices
together in worship
the fire of love growing
kindling in our hearts
for the pilgrims walking
journeying with You
on the Emmaus Road
October 2, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Trust Him
For those who are hear
those we encounter
greeting them in the name
of the risen Christ
Trust Him to work
His purposes through us
let go of control
give it over to God
Sharing our journey
our walk in our faith
joy in our hearts
and a story to tell
Grace and salvation
speaking with our voice
a gift free to all
if we each make that choice
October 2, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Trusting Us
God sending Christ
Christ sending us
trusting us
to continue His work
Saving the world
one heart at a time
the hands now doing
the feet now going
our, yours and mine
October 2, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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May they turn from the world
A breath prayer
in sharing gifts
a prayer within them too
offered to our brothers
turn and live
may they turn from the world
and unto You, oh Lord
A breath prayer
over holy gifts
offered in love
that they would truly live.
October 2, 2010
Walk to Emmaus
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Threads of Our Journey - v2
A tapestry is being stitched
year by year
story by story,
step by step,
thread by thread
Pictures of our life together
coming alive, vivid and wonderful
with threads of gold,
of silver, of royal purple,
of hope, of faith, of love
Our story unfolding
a Mystery, unimagined,
sweet like sugar cane
the threads joined
in the fabric, the knitted
tapestry of our life
July 23, 2010
for the 50th Wedding Anniversary
of Ivor and Kay Man-Son-Hing
September 17, 2010
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God and Christ One
The power given
God and Christ One
transferring the work
sharing with us
the redemption of the world
Trusting in Christ
to do the master’s work
going where we are led
out into the world
to be the flesh of Christ
October 2, 2010
reflection on John 14:11-13
from The Message
by Reverend John Blackadar
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The Table Open
Not ours but Christ’s
the table open
by the means of His grace
We all may come
to Him to be fed
to partake of His offering
of His grace and His love
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
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None of us are worthy
None of us are worthy
able only by His grace
to come before our Savior
to see Him face to face
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
able only by His grace
to come before our Savior
to see Him face to face
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
To all who would come – v2
Christ himself calling
calling to each one of us
the table open
to all who would come in love
None of us are worthy
able only by His grace
to come before our Savior
to see Him face to face
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
To all who would come
Christ himself calling
calling to each one of us
the table open
to all who would come
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
calling to each one of us
the table open
to all who would come
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Praise God in Our Joy
Praise God in our joy
Praise God in our sorrow
He is our strength
whatever comes our way
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
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Praise God in our sorrow
He is our strength
whatever comes our way
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
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Praying Christ’s Words
Over the open cup
the symbol of his blood
poured out for us
her hand as His must have been
in the stillness of the Upper Room
gathering us to Him
in remembrance
Praying Christ’s words
His offering to God
thanking Him for all
the Creator of the world
the Lamb before the cross
telling us to remember
His gift, at such a mighty cost
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
and prayer before sharing of communion,
by Reverend Jane Lawrence
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Praise God in Our Struggles
We are to praise God
in our struggles
right here beside us
in the journey of our lives
Walking with us
His Spirit to guide us
all along the way
conformed to your holy Word
Joy even in trials
for they draw us closer
nearer our God to thee
in the depths of our struggles
Our hope unending
Your promises fulfilled
until His glorious coming
to bring us home to Him
October 2, 2010 and October 4, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
Reverend Jane Lawrence
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His Soft Eyes Crying
His eyes welling up
trembling in his speech
his words being choked
God’s Spirit washing over us
alive in this place
Like a warm blanket
on a cold winter night
a fire burning
inside each of us
His soft eyes crying
for God’s grace
washing over me
changing our hearts
from deep inside of us
October 4, 2010
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Follow me when it is convenient
Nowhere in Holy Scripture
nothing in the words of Jesus
setting human limits
on the calling of God
Follow me when it is convenient
never spoken by Christ
God’s calling to us comes
when the time is right for God
October 2, 2010
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Go when we feel able
The calling of Christ
something quite urgent
not casual
nothing like a suggestion
to go when we feel able
ready to serve
Christ calling, come, follow me
go out to serve
to bring his message of love
to offer Christ
to the ends of the earth
October 3, 2010
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Your Victory
Not my words but Yours
the fruits are God’s
Your victory oh Lord
Sing on high
praises to our king
joy in our hearts
and a story to sing
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
Reverend Jane Lawrence
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the fruits are God’s
Your victory oh Lord
Sing on high
praises to our king
joy in our hearts
and a story to sing
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
Reverend Jane Lawrence
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
Do the Work of Christ
Called to get up
to do the work of Christ
to be His hands and feet
His voice in the world
Called by God
in the form of Christ the son
to carry on His work
sharing the grace of our Lord
Only through us
carrying on His work
we may offer Christ
to everyone we meet
October 2, 2010
reflection on John 14:11-13
Reverend John Blackadar
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In You, Oh Lord
In You, oh Lord
all of our strength
to face the day
to go where we are sent
In You alone
can we trust
all else will fade away
turning back into dust
October 2, 2010
devotion on Psalm 21
Reverend Jane Lawrence
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All the Colors
Joy in this moment
sharing so openly
seeking Your blessings ever
to walk closer to thee
His smile is infectious
his humor complete
not so much as off-color
as all colors resplendent
woven together
in a wondrous tapestry
October 3, 2010
prayers for a dear friend
starting chemo
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sharing so openly
seeking Your blessings ever
to walk closer to thee
His smile is infectious
his humor complete
not so much as off-color
as all colors resplendent
woven together
in a wondrous tapestry
October 3, 2010
prayers for a dear friend
starting chemo
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Friday, October 01, 2010
Like Clay Given Life
The bread dipped
into the cup
like clay given life
eating to remember
the grace of His life
Our eyes opened suddenly
like scales dropping away
amazed to see Jesus
right before our face
His life, His sacrifice
remembered to the day
Intoned in the words
we share as we pray
Remembering his life
His unconditional love
giving us life
when we deserve the cross
October 1, 2010
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into the cup
like clay given life
eating to remember
the grace of His life
Our eyes opened suddenly
like scales dropping away
amazed to see Jesus
right before our face
His life, His sacrifice
remembered to the day
Intoned in the words
we share as we pray
Remembering his life
His unconditional love
giving us life
when we deserve the cross
October 1, 2010
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Remembering His Sacrifice
With trembling hands
but with hearts full
joy to know the love of our Savior
living in us still
God coming down
to make another path
a way for redemption
at the end of our lives
Remembering His sacrifice
in the bread and the cup
offering us salvation
oh please take, drink it up
October 1, 2010
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but with hearts full
joy to know the love of our Savior
living in us still
God coming down
to make another path
a way for redemption
at the end of our lives
Remembering His sacrifice
in the bread and the cup
offering us salvation
oh please take, drink it up
October 1, 2010
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Remembering His Words - 2
In remembering His words
the prophetic words of Christ
understanding the symbols
the sharing of his life
We partake together
to remember what He did
drinking of the cup
of sacrifice of sin
Our lives redeemed
in Him is our hope
brought back from the dead
giving us eternal life
October 1, 2010
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Remembering His Voice
Speaking to us still
in the bread and the cup
the breaking of the loaf
drinking of the grape
Remembering His voice
in the words that he taught
eating of the bread
and drinking from His cup
October 1, 2010
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in the bread and the cup
the breaking of the loaf
drinking of the grape
Remembering His voice
in the words that he taught
eating of the bread
and drinking from His cup
October 1, 2010
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Remembering His Choice
In each act of communion
the same then as now
remembering His choice
to go to cross
More than that
to come, to walk
the earth as man
living as His disciples
doing all we can
Christ came for this
to offer up His life
to bring us back to God
to share eternal life
October 1, 2010
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the same then as now
remembering His choice
to go to cross
More than that
to come, to walk
the earth as man
living as His disciples
doing all we can
Christ came for this
to offer up His life
to bring us back to God
to share eternal life
October 1, 2010
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Remembering His Words
Remembering His words
the holy words of Christ
giving up His life
to do the Master’s work
October 1, 2010
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Remembering His Life
In prayerful reverence
we come to the table
remembering His life,
his sacrifice
all He did for us
Christ taking on our sin
all the blame we earned
leaving us whole, redeemed
in Him we are restored
October 1, 2010
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we come to the table
remembering His life,
his sacrifice
all He did for us
Christ taking on our sin
all the blame we earned
leaving us whole, redeemed
in Him we are restored
October 1, 2010
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The echoing voice
The echoing voice of Jesus
the Spirit within us
singing the words of remembrance
as we follow His liturgy
The words alone precious
the echo of His sacrifice
singing from deep within us
the words so dear to us
His body broken
His blood poured out for me
praying the words of Jesus
in humble offering
October 1, 2010
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the Spirit within us
singing the words of remembrance
as we follow His liturgy
The words alone precious
the echo of His sacrifice
singing from deep within us
the words so dear to us
His body broken
His blood poured out for me
praying the words of Jesus
in humble offering
October 1, 2010
Copyright by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage.
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