Lockport United Church of Christ
Lockport, New York
Gathering and Praising God
Preparatory Music -- Music playing before the service;
time to pray and prepare for worship
Our Typical Order of Worship
Our worship services vary, depending on the season, special days, or services of communion, but this typical order of worship will give you an idea of what to expect when you join us for worship.
Welcome and Announcements -- Announcements and concerns about fellow church friends
Prelude -- Music to begin the service
Call to Worship and Community Prayer -- Responsive Litany and prayer
Gathering Song -- We use the United Church of Christ's "New Century Hymnal", with inclusive language
Prayer for Renewal -- We are invited to a time of confession
Assurance of Forgiveness
Hearing God's Word
Readings -- Scriptures centering on the theme of the service
Sermon -- Message for the day, from the pastor
Music for Reflection -- Music that reflects the message of the day
Responding to God's Word
Prayers of the People and Lord's Prayer -- Prayers for the people and concerns of our church,
for the community, and for the world
Offering -- We offer and dedicate our gifts to God and the church
Invitation
Doxology
Unison Blessing Our Gifts
Song of Dedication -- We close with music
Commission & Benediction -- A final word of blessing, from the pastor
Postlude -- Music playing as we leave
Time of Fellowship -- Conversation and refreshments in the foyer, or a meal in our fellowship hall
98 East Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094 / e: lockportunited@roadrunner.com / p: 716-433-2545
