In a world filled with suffering, sorrow, and sin, God offers a glimpse of a future without tears. In this week’s message, No More Tears, we reflect on John's vision in Revelation—an encouraging promise that, though we may weep now, a day is coming when God Himself will wipe away every tear. Join us as we remember that we have been washed in the blood of the Lamb and draw strength from the hope of heaven.
Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr; Reader: Joe Rathert
Order of service:
Readings:
- Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Matthew 11:28-30
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 23
- Acts reading is from Acts 20:17–35
- New Testament reading is from Revelation 7:9–17
- Holy Gospel is from John 10:22–30
Songs and Hymns:
- Savior, like a Shepherd Lead Us
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Text: Hymns for the Young, 1836, 4th ed., London, alt.
Tune: William B. Bradbury, 1816–68.
Text and tune: Public domain. - I Am Jesus’ Little Lamb
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Text by Henrietta L. von Hayn
Tune by Choral-Buch Brüder-Gemeinen, 1784
Public domain - The Lord's My Shepherd
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Stuart Townend
© 1996 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
Getty Music Hymns and Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.)
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - The Lord’s My Shepherd, I’ll Not Want (Hymn 710)
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Text: The Psalms of David in Meeter, 1650, Edinburgh
Tune: William Gardiner, 1770–1853
Text and tune: Public domain - Grace
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Text and tune: Niki Shepherd; Jonny Robinson; Rich Thompson
© 2016 Getty Music Publishing; © Rich Thompson Music
© 2016 Jonny Robinson Music; © Little Life Lines Music
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740 - Come to the Table
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Text and tune: Martin J. Nyström; Claire Cloninger
© 1991 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music; © 1991 Curb Word Music
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740 - All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name
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Text: Edward Perronet
Tune: Oliver Holden
Text and tune are public domain
Liturgies:
- Gloria in Excelsis
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Sanctus
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Agnus Dei
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
Announcements:
- Sunday, May 11:
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- Worship Service (Pastor Bill Engfehr): 9 AM to 10:15 AM
- Sunday School and Youth Confirmation: 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
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Sanctuary
- Adult Bible Study: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
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Fellowship Hall
- Tuesday, May 13:
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- Second Tuesday Women's Bible Study — Fiesta Edition: 6 PM to 8 PM
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Our next meeting will be this Tuesday, May 13th, from 6-8pm in the fellowship hall. We will be covering the last session of “Whatever – Keeping Your Heart in Tune with Whatever Life Brings”. A taco bar will be provided and you’re welcome to bring your favorite fiesta-themed dish or treat to share. Please RSVP to Shala Baker at 618-315-0788.
- Wednesday, May 14:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
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Downstairs.
- Community Group: 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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St. James Fellowship Hall with Bob & Marilyn Whipkey.
- Jr & Sr High Youth Group @ Staake Home: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
- Thursday, May 15:
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- AA Meeting: 6:30 PM
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Downstairs.
- Saturday, May 17:
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- AA Meeting: 1:30 PM
- St James Night at Busch Stadium
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Join us for a night of baseball at Busch Stadium on Monday, June 9th at 6:45 PM! It will be the Cardinals vs. the Blue Jays and it’s sure to be a great night!
Tickets are located in section 235 and are complimentary but do require a reservation. Please contact Rosie Ellington to reserve your tickets. Tickets are limited so act NOW!
Tickets will be distributed at the end of May.
- Ministry Spotlight — Fellowship Team
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The St. James Fellowship Team, under the leadership of Jen Weber, is committed to nurturing a spirit of community within our church family. From coordinating funeral luncheons to planning joyful gatherings, this ministry creates meaningful opportunities for connection, support, and service. Their mission is simple yet powerful: to make sure everyone feels welcomed, included, and cared for.
Interested in getting involved or learning more? We’d love to have you join us in building a stronger, more connected church community! Contact Jen Weber at jen@stjamesglencarbon.org.
- Christianity and Divorce
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The subject of discussion on our most recent episode of Craving Answers Craving God is divorce. Certainly the biblical view of divorce differs from the worldly view. What is the context for the Bible’s perspective? Aaron and Chuck investigate what the Bible has to say about this important subject on episode 117 of Craving Answers Craving God.
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