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O God of Light, May Our Light Shine
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #17b (2009) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Lyrics: O God of light, may our light shine
In ways that serve and honor you.
May we be loving, just and kind,
Proclaiming Christ in all we do.
God, where your people are oppressed
And where they cry out in despair,
Make us your light—to heal, to bless—
A witness, Lord, that you are there.
Christ, when your way is pushed aside
By those who trust in wealth and might,
Make us your lamps that we may guide
A searching world to your love’s light.
O Spirit, in this world of doubt,
We often sin and drift away.
When our own faith is flickering out,
Shine on our path and light our way.
Topics: Evangelism; Wealth and Possessions Scripture: John 8:12 Languages: English Tune Title: O WALY WALY
O God of Light, May Our Light Shine
Bigger Barns
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #18 (2009) Meter: 7.7.7.7 D Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: "Bigger barns are what I need" Lyrics: “Bigger barns are what I need,”
so a rich man said one day.
“From my worries I’ll be free
when my wealth is stored away.”
“Fool!” God said, “Today you’ll die!”
Will that wealth mean anything?
All life’s blessings really lie
in the gifts that wealth can’t bring.
“Bigger barns are what we need
for our money, gadgets, more!”
Lord, we’re tempted to believe
having wealth, we’ll be secure!
Somewhere children cry for food
or to have a doctor’s care.
Can our bigger barns be good
when poor neighbors know despair?
God of love, we long to know
what will make us truly blest.
Jesus taught us long ago
wealth won’t give us peace or rest.
You are our security!
Safe in you, we serve, O Lord.
May we find we’re rich indeed
when we’re sharing with the poor.
Topics: Jesus Christ Teachings; Justice; Wealth and Possessions Scripture: Luke 12:13-21 Languages: English Tune Title: ABERYSTWYTH
Bigger Barns
Who Is My Neighbor?
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #19 (2009) Meter: 14.14.4.7.8 Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: "Who is my neighbor?" a lawyer asked Jesus, to test him Lyrics: “Who is my neighbor?” a lawyer asked Jesus, to test him.
So Jesus told him a story to answer his question:
Lonely the way…
Lonely the traveler one day…
Robbers attacked him and left him.
First down the road came a priest who just chose to ignore him.
Next came a Levite who wouldn’t do anything for him.
Then one despised,
Hated in everyone’s eyes,
Knelt down to heal and restore him.
Tending the wounds of the man, the Samaritan labored.
He was the one with compassion, the one in God’s favor.
Not by a creed
But by responding to need,
He proved to be the good neighbor.
Topics: Jesus Christ Teachings Scripture: 1 John 4:20-21 Languages: English Tune Title: LOBE DEN HERREN
Who Is My Neighbor?
Christ Taught Us of a Farmer
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #20 (2009) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: Christ taught us of a farmer who went out sowing seeds Lyrics: Christ taught us of a farmer who went out sowing seeds.
A few had trouble growing among the rocks and weeds.
But others grew till harvest in soil that was so good.
O God, you sow the gospel: The seed is your own word.
You sowed your word of love here so many years ago.*
Your message found a welcome; your word began to grow.
By grace, this church was built here by saints who followed you.
The seed took root and flourished: we hear and follow, too.
We thank you for each member who lives in loving ways,
For those who seek to serve you without expecting praise.
For hearts and songs uplifted, for work and sacrifice.
The seed you planted grows here: we grow in Jesus Christ.
In times of joy we praise you, in struggling times we search,
And always we are learning to be your faithful church.
Your Spirit gives us vision, and hearts and lives made new.
Your harvest is for sharing: sent out, we work for you.
*Original wording was “You sowed your word of love here one hundred years ago.”
Topics: Anniversary, Church; Jesus Christ Teachings Scripture: Luke 8:4-15 Languages: English Tune Title: AURELIA
Christ Taught Us of a Farmer
Christ, You Walked Among the Grain Fields
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #21 (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: Christ, you walked among the grain fields, Finding lessons all around Lyrics: Christ, you walked among the grain fields, Finding lessons all around:
“Like the harvest that the earth yields, So God’s kingdom will abound.”
“See! A sower goes out planting; Some seed grows a hundredfold.”
Here on earth you gave us heaven In the stories that you told.
Lord, you shared God’s kingdom-bounty, Yet you know our pain and need.
Some are poor in lands of plenty, Often hurt by others’ greed.
Some, possessed by their possessions, Look for more to buy and keep;
Others long for simpler blessings: “Let my hungry children eat.”
Lord, you send us out to labor, To pass on the love you give;
City friend and country neighbor Work as one so all may live.
Lending land and tools and vision, Sharing costs and planting seed—
Work we love becomes our mission As we serve your world in need.
May our harvest celebration Build new food security;
As we care for your creation, May we find community.
By your Holy Spirit bless us And may what we grow increase
Till the whole world sees new glimpses Of your joyful banquet feast.
Topics: Jesus Christ Teachings; Justice Scripture: Luke 8:4-15 Languages: English Tune Title: BEACH SPRING
Christ, You Walked Among the Grain Fields
Where is Bread?
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #22a (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: "Where is bread?" the great crowd murmured-- Lyrics: “Where is bread?” the great crowd murmured—
Thousands strong, yet all in need.
“Where is bread?” your people wondered,
Faced with such a crowd to feed.
Who, Lord Jesus, could have guessed it?
One small boy brought food to share.
Taking what he gave, you blessed it;
All were fed, with much to spare.
Where is bread? We know their yearning;
Every day, we wish for more.
God, in time, we’re slowly learning:
All we own can make us poor.
Our possessions can possess us,
Leaving hunger deep inside.
Christ our Bread, come now and bless us;
At your feast, we’re satisfied.
“Where is bread?” the call is rising;
Millions cry who must be fed.
God, your answer seems surprising:
“You, my Church, you give them bread.”
Bread to fill each hungry spirit,
Bread for hungry stomachs, too!
Give us bread and help us share it.
Richly blest, may we serve you.
Topics: Eucharist/Lord's Supper; Jesus Christ Ministry; Justice Scripture: John 6:1-15 Languages: English Tune Title: ABBOT'S LEIGH
Where is Bread?
Where is Bread?
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #22b (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: "Where is bread?" the great crowd murmured-- Lyrics: “Where is bread?” the great crowd murmured—
Thousands strong, yet all in need.
“Where is bread?” your people wondered,
Faced with such a crowd to feed.
Who, Lord Jesus, could have guessed it?
One small boy brought food to share.
Taking what he gave, you blessed it;
All were fed, with much to spare.
Where is bread? We know their yearning;
Every day, we wish for more.
God, in time, we’re slowly learning:
All we own can make us poor.
Our possessions can possess us,
Leaving hunger deep inside.
Christ our Bread, come now and bless us;
At your feast, we’re satisfied.
“Where is bread?” the call is rising;
Millions cry who must be fed.
God, your answer seems surprising:
“You, my Church, you give them bread.”
Bread to fill each hungry spirit,
Bread for hungry stomachs, too!
Give us bread and help us share it.
Richly blest, may we serve you.
Topics: Eucharist/Lord's Supper; Jesus Christ; Justice Scripture: John 6:1-15 Languages: English Tune Title: IN BABILONE
Where is Bread?
Do Not Turn Away the Children
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #23 (2009) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: "Do not turn away the children Lyrics: “Do not turn away the children.
Let them come to me instead,
For to them belongs the kingdom.
Make them welcome!” Christ, you said.
As we hear your words of blessing
That you spoke when they drew near,
Can we hear your love addressing
Needs of children we see here?
Do not turn your back on children
Hungry, hunted in Darfur;*
Give them justice, food and welcome,
Make their homes and lives secure.
Don’t neglect the world of children
Who have AIDS and HIV,
For to them belongs the kingdom.
Give them health care that they need.
Do not tell the nation’s children,
“Schools are what we can’t afford!”
Give them all good education;
Teach them well, both rich and poor.
Do not hurry past the children
Longing for your love this day;
For to them belongs the kingdom;
Give them time, don’t turn away.
Do not miss the faith of children
Who have questions deep inside,
For to them belongs the kingdom;
Wonder with them, be their guide.
Jesus, as we hear your blessing
For those ones you welcomed in,
May our deeds reflect your caring
As we welcome them again!
*Alternative wording, “Who know violence, pain and war.”
Topics: Children and Youth; Justice Scripture: Luke 18:15-17 Languages: English Tune Title: BEACH SPRING
Do Not Turn Away the Children
O Lord, As You Were on Your Way
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #24 (2009) Meter: 8.6.8.8.6.6 Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: O Lord, as you were on your way to where you'd one day die Lyrics: O Lord, as you were on your way to where you'd one day die,
You wanted time to rest and pray, to hear God's word to you that day.
You climbed a mountain high with three good friends close by.
So soon, the three became aware of such a wondrous sight.
Your face shone bright beyond compare, just like a glimpse of heaven there!
Your clothes were dazzling white; your glory came to light.
The Law, the Prophets guided you as you discerned God's will.
With Moses and Elijah, too, you spoke of God's great plan for you,
God's promise to fulfill, one Friday on a hill.
Why could you not remain with them and there in glory stay?
God said, "This is my own dear Son! Now listen to him, everyone!"
And so you turned to say you'd go the harder way.
O Lord, how often we pursue success at any cost,
And yet we hear God's word anew, that we are called to follow you,
Who served the poor and lost and journeyed to the cross.
Topics: Call/Vocation; Church Year; Jesus Christ Ministry Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-18 Languages: English Tune Title: REPTON
O Lord, As You Were on Your Way
When Mary Poured a Rich Perfume
Author: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette Hymnal: SOGN2009 #25a (2009) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Person Name: Carolyn Winfrey Gillette First Line: When Mary poured a rich perfume ;on Jesus' weary feet Lyrics: When Mary poured a rich perfume on Jesus’ weary feet,
Her caring filled that humble room; the fragrance there was sweet.
But full of anger, Judas said, “We could have used this more!
Why was her gift not sold instead, and given to the poor?”
The Lord replied, “Leave her alone! She bought it for this day.
This caring love that she has shown is faithful to God’s way.
The poor will always be with you, but you will not have me.”
He blessed her and he thanked her, too, for giving lavishly.
O Christ, what can your people bring to show you thanks and love?
You need no fragrant offering; for now you reign above.
Since there will never cease to be the poor throughout the land,
May we, your church, serve faithfully by offering them our hand.
Topics: Jesus Christ Ministry; Justice Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:11 Languages: English Tune Title: ELLACOMBE
When Mary Poured a Rich Perfume
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