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WELCOME TO WORSHIP | sunday | march 22, 2026

a diverse, inclusive church experiencing and reflecting the love, hope and joy of Jesus Christ

to each other and our community.

WELCOME | Pastor Doug Johns

WELCOME ONE ANOTHER

WAYS TO CONNECT | christchurchfl.org/ways2connect
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PRELUDE
Jesus Walked this Lonesome Valley | James Michael Stevens
Wes Kassulke, piano; Dr. Bruce Kraemer, bassoon

* CALL TO WORSHIP | Jeanne Deinken, liturgist
Come, people of God, and bring your whole selves—your faith and your fears.
We come seeking the one who is stronger than all that troubles us.

When shadows gather and uncertainty surrounds us—
God is our light and our courage.

There is one thing we seek: to dwell in God’s presence and trust in God’s care.
In every moment, God meets us and holds us fast.

Come, let us worship the one who is greater than fear.
With hope and confidence, we draw near to God.

* GATHERING HYMN
O God Our Help in Ages Past | The United Methodist Hymnal No. 117 (verses 1,2,3,6)
O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come,
our shelter from the stormy blast, and our eternal home!

Under the shadow of thy throne, still may we dwell secure;
sufficient is thine arm alone, and our defense is sure.

Before the hills in order stood, or earth received her frame,
from everlasting, thou art God, to endless years the same.

Our God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come;
be thou our guide while life shall last, and our eternal home.

Isaac Watts | William Croft | © words & music: public domain | CCLI License # 487103

* OPENING PRAYER
Steadfast and ever-present God, in moments when fear feels close and the path ahead seems uncertain, you are already there. You meet us not only in places of light and clarity, but also in the shadows where we feel most vulnerable. Remind us today that you are greater than anything that unsettles our hearts. When we feel overwhelmed, be our calm. When we feel threatened, be our refuge. When we feel uncertain, be our steady guide. Draw us deeper into your presence, where fear loses its hold and trust begins to grow. Fill us with the courage that comes from knowing you are with us in every moment—even in the darkness. Amen.

* AFFIRMATION OF FAITH | A Lenten Affirmation of Faith
We believe that our lives are held within the encircling love of God, who knows our names and recognizes our deepest needs. We believe that God has a purpose for our lives and walks with us daily. We believe that Christ is the divine child of the living God, and that his grace is like living waters that can never be exhausted. We believe that Jesus, The Word made flesh, is the ultimate expression of the depth of God’s love for humanity. We believe that Christ frees us for joyful obedience and that we are called to love one another, for love is of God. We believe in the renewing, enabling Spirit of God who sets us free, allowing us to accept ourselves and love God and neighbor. We believe the Holy Spirit binds us together with all believers into one Body of Christ, The Church. We are called to transform the world with God’s love. This we believe.

* GLORIA PATRI
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.

Henry W. Greatorex | public domain | CCLI License # 487103

MUSIC MINISTRY
I Believe in a Hill Called Mount Calvary | William Gaither
Brian McComb, bass
Dale Oldham, Gloria Gaither & William J. Gaither | © 1968 William J. Gaither, Inc. | CCLI License # 487103

SCRIPTURE
Psalm 27:1-4, 14 | New Revised Standard Version, updated edition
¹The Lord is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?

²When evildoers assail me
to devour my flesh—
my adversaries and foes—
they shall stumble and fall.

³Though an army encamp against me,
my heart shall not fear;
though war rise up against me,
yet I will be confident.

⁴One thing I asked of the Lord;
this I seek:
to live in the house of the Lord
all the days of my life,
to behold the beauty of the Lord,
and to inquire in his temple. …

¹⁴Wait for the Lord;
be strong, and let your heart take courage;
wait for the Lord!

These are the words of God for us, the people of God. Thanks be to God.

MESSAGE
Greater Than | God > Fear | Pastor Doug Johns

OFFERING | Pastor Cathy Johns
worshiping through the offering of our lives and gifts

· Place offerings in the plates or wooden boxes

· Give online at christchurchfl.org/give

· Text GIVE to 954.880.3885

· Mail a check to Christ Church, 4845 NE 25^th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Connect cards may also be placed with your offering. Christ Church is a congregationally supported ministry. We thank you for your faithfulness as we reflect the love, hope and joy of Jesus to our community.

MUSIC MINISTRY

Psalm 46 | John Ness Beck
Chancel Choir
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear though the earth be removed, and the mountains be carried away to the very midst of the sea, though the waters roar and the mountains quake at His majesty. There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacle, the holy place of the Lord. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; he shall defend her from the night through the dawn. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. I will be exalted above the nations. I will be exalted upon the earth. A mighty fortress is our God, a bulwark never failing; our helper he amid the flood of mortal ills prevailing. His everlasting love will guide us from above. All glory to his name, from age to age the same: his kingdom is forever. Amen.

* DOXOLOGY
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Bourgeois & Ken | public domain | CCLI License # 487103

MORNING PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

* HYMN OF COMMITMENT
Standing on the Promises | The United Methodist Hymnal No. 374 (verses 1,2,4)
Standing on the promises of Christ my King,
through eternal ages let his praises ring;
glory in the highest, I will shout and sing,
standing on the promises of God.

(refrain) Standing, standing, standing on the promises of God my Savior;
standing, standing, I’m standing on the promises of God.

Standing on the promises that cannot fail,
when the howling storms of doubt and fear assail,
by the living Word of God I shall prevail,
standing on the promises of God. (refrain)

Standing on the promises I cannot fall,
listening every moment to the Spirit’s call,
resting in my Savior as my all in all,
standing on the promises of God. (refrain)

* SENDING FORTH

* RESPONSE
Let There be Peace on Earth | The United Methodist Hymnal No. 431
Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me;
let there be peace on earth, the peace that was meant to be.
With God our creator, children all are we.
Let us walk with each other in perfect harmony.

Let peace begin with me; let this be the moment now.
With every step I take, let this be my solemn vow:
to take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally.

Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me.

MUSIC FOR CLOSING
Solemn March | arr. George Blake
Chuck Stanley, organ

* please stand in body or spirit.

Join us next Sunday as we continue the series, Greater Than, with the message, Hope > Despair, based on Matthew 21:1-10, 27:27-31.

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