Pastor: David Range
October 26, 2025
Miramar United Methodist Church
in the heart of Miramar, a place for gathering, healing, and sending out friends, helping to create a sense of family to find new life in Christ.
Part of the United Methodist family where we make disciples for the
Transformation of the world.
Order of Worship for
October 26, 2025 Joint 10:00 a.m. service
for Pastor Appreciation Sunday
Please see the end of the bulletin for some additional important information
GATHERING: Musical Prelude
CALL TO WORSHIP
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN 145 Morning Has Broken+
1 Morning has broken like the first morning;
Blackbird has spoken like the first bird.
Praise for the singing! Praise for the morning!
Praise for them, springing fresh from the Word!
2 Sweet the rain’s new fall sunlit from Heaven,
Like the first dewfall on the first grass.
Praise for the sweetness of the wet garden,
Sprung in completeness where his feet pass.
3 Mine is the sunlight! Mine is the morning,
Born of the one light Eden saw play!
Praise with elation, praise every morning,
God’s re-creation of the new day!
WORDS: Eleanor Farjeon, 1931 MUSIC: Trad. Gaelic melody; harm. By Carlton R. Young, 1988
PRAYER Joyce Hemmans
*PRAISE AND WORSHIP
Open the eyes of my heart Lord (Sing once)
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You, I want to see You
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You, I want to see You
To see You high and lifted up
Shining' in the light of Your glory
Pour out Your power and love
As we sing holy, holy, holy
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You, I want to see You
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You, I want to see You
I have decided to follow Jesus (Sing once)
1 I have decided to follow Jesus,
I have decided to follow Jesus,
I have decided to follow Jesus,
No turning back, no turning back.
2 The world behind me, the cross before me,
The world behind me, the cross before me,
The world behind me, the cross before me,
No turning back, no turning back.
3 Though none go with me, I still will follow
Though none go with me, I still will follow
Though none go with me, I still will follow
No turning back, no turning back.
4 Will you decide now to follow Jesus?
Will you decide now to follow Jesus?
Will you decide now to follow Jesus?
No turning back, no turning back.
Step by Step (Sing twice)
O God, You are my God, and I will ever praise You
O God, You are my God, and I will ever praise You
I will seek You in the morning
I will learn to walk in Your ways
And step by step You lead me
And I will follow You all of my days
There’s a Sweet, Sweet Spirit in this Place (Sing once)
There's a sweet, sweet Spirit in this place,
And I know that it's the Spirit of the Lord;
There are sweet expressions on each face,
And I know they feel the presence of the Lord.
Sweet Holy Spirit, Sweet heavenly Dove,
Stay right here with us, filling us with Your love.
And for these blessings we lift our hearts in praise;
Without a doubt we'll know that we have been revived,
When we shall leave this place.
2 There are blessings you cannot receive
Till you know Him in His fullness and believe;
You're the one to profit when you say,
"I am going to walk with Jesus all the way."
Sweet Holy Spirit, Sweet heavenly Dove,
Stay right here with us, filling us with Your love.
And for these blessings we lift our hearts in praise;
Without a doubt we'll know that we have been revived,
When we shall leave this place.
3 If you say He saved you from your sin,
Now you're weak, you're bound and cannot enter in,
You can make it right if you will yield,
You'll enjoy the Holy Spirit that we feel.
Sweet Holy Spirit, Sweet heavenly Dove,
Stay right here with us, filling us with Your love.
And for these blessings we lift our hearts in praise;
Without a doubt we'll know that we have been revived,
When we shall leave this place.
Music and Lyrics by Doris Akers
LITANY OF FAITH led by Ola Duhaney
Gracious God, we humbly come before You, grateful for the gift of our pastors. We ask for Your blessings upon them—filling their hearts with joy and strength. May they feel our appreciation, guided by Your love, as they lead us in faith and service. May their labor be rewarded abundantly. Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
Gracious God, seek Your divine strength for our beloved pastors. Grant them resilience in the face of challenges, wisdom in his guidance, and peace in their hearts. May your spirit lift them daily, renewing their energy and passion for the flock to be cared for. Surround them with Your love and support, that they may continue to lead with grace and courage. Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
Gracious God, We lift up the pastoral family, asking for Your divine protection and guidance. May they feel Your love surrounding them, granting them strength and unity in their service. Bless them with joy, peace, and resilience as they support their calling. Help them to find rest and renewal in Your presence.
Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
Gracious God we pray for the health of our pastors, granting them strength, vitality, and peace. May Your healing touch restore any weariness and bless them with the energy needed to lead and serve. Surround them with Your love and grace, and let them feel our support. Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
PRAYER for Pastors David and CJ, and their son Ben Marvia Aitken
WELCOME and Recognition of Visitors, Birthday and Anniversary Recognition Janet Peterkin
Visitors, you are invited to stand and introduce yourself or be introduced by a friend. Please receive the information card that the usher offers and when you have filled it in please return it to the usher.
ANNOUNCEMENTS—CALL TO ACTION Joanne Rutland
TODAY: One Joint Worship service at 10:00 a.m. for Pastor Appreciation Day. Please join Pastor David and Pastor CJ and their son Ben in the Fellowship Hall after the service.
TONIGHT: Church Prayer meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Zoom
WEDNESDAY: Bible study on Zoom with Pastor David at 7:00 p.m.
THURSDAY: Choir Practice at 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY: Food Distribution at 1:00 p.m. Please note this is the normal Saturday distribution one day early.
NEXT SUNDAY: Worship Services at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. with the United Methodist Men meeting after the 11:00 a.m. service in the Fellowship Hall. All men are welcome.
Please remember that Daylight Savings Time ends in the early morning so please set your clocks to the new time the night before.
Looking Ahead:
Christmas Concert sponsored by the Men’s Group on Sunday, December 7 starting at 5:00 p.m. If you have items you would like to offer please see Roland Abel or Willard Kennedy.
The Mission Offering today is for Apportionments
Next Sunday our Mission Offering goes to Good Samaritan Fund
For Sharing of the Spirit, please wave at the YouTube camera and say, “the peace of the Lord be with you,” and then wave at your neighbor in the sanctuary and say, “and also with you”
PRESENTATION BY PASTOR APPRECIATION TEAM: Vicky Weller and Doreen Campbell
LEADERS PRESENTATION Audley Codner
Please stand for the reading of the gospel of Luke 17:11-19
CHILDREN’S TIME Phyllis Abel
SUNDAY SCHOOL PRESENTATION
HYMN 170 O How I Love Jesus+
1. There is a name I love to hear,
I love to sing its worth;
it sounds like music in my ear,
the sweetest name on earth.
O how I love Jesus, O how I love Jesus,
O how I love Jesus, because he first loved me!
2 It tells me of a Savior's love,
who died to set me free;
it tells me of his precious blood,
the sinner's perfect plea.
O how I love Jesus, O how I love Jesus,
O how I love Jesus, because he first loved me!
3 It tells of one whose loving heart
can feel my deepest woe;
who in each sorrow bears a part
that none can bear below.
O how I love Jesus, O how I love Jesus,
O how I love Jesus, because he first loved me!
WORDS: Frederick Whitfield, 1855 MUSIC: 19th cent. USA melody
RECEPTION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS Dennis Bent
WAYS TO GIVE
1. Click the ‘Donate’ icon on http://www.miramarumc.org/
And follow the prompts
2. Give by text, using the number 833-931-1791.
Text the donation amount, press send, and you will be prompted
to register by giving your name and card information
3. You may also donate with cash or check to MUMC
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
DOXOLOGY
Praise God from whom all blessings flow,
praise him all creatures here below,
praise him above, ye heavenly hosts,
praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen
TIME OF SHARING JOYS & CONCERNS Pastor David Range
(please email miramarpastor@gmail.com)
PRAYER HYMN 351 Pass Me Not O Gentle Savior+
1 Pass me not, O gentle Savior, hear my humble cry,
While on others thou art calling, do not pass me by.
Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry;
While on others thou art calling, do not pass me by.
2 Let me at thy throne of mercy find a sweet relief;
Kneeling there in deep contrition, help my unbelief.
Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry;
While on others thou art calling, do not pass me by.
3 Trusting only in thy merit, would I seek thy face;
Heal my wounded, broken spirit, save me by thy grace.
Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry;
While on others thou art calling, do not pass me by.
4 Thou the spring of all my comfort, more than life to me,
Whom have I on earth beside thee? Whom in heaven but Thee?
Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry;
While on others thou art calling, do not pass me by.
WORDS: Fanny Crosbie, 1868 MUSIC: William H. Doane, 1870
PRAYER OF INTERCESSION AND THE LORD’S PRAYER Pastor David Range
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,
For ever and ever. Amen.
SPECIAL MUSIC MUMC Choir led by Music Director, Helen Whitehorn
INTRODUCTION OF THE SPEAKER Pascale Delisma-Pierre
SERMON God’s Grace in Every Chapter
District Superintendent, the Rev. Vidalis Lopez
*HYMN OF SENDING FORTH 593 Here I Am, Lord+
I, the Lord of sea and sky, I have heard my people cry.
All who dwell in dark and sin my hand will save.
I who made the stars of night, I will make their darkness bright.
Who will bear my light to them? Whom shall I send?
Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord?
I have heard you calling in the night.
I will go, Lord, if you lead me.
I will hold your people in my heart.
2. I, the Lord of snow and rain, I have borne my people’s pain.
I have wept for love of them. They turn away.
I will break their hearts of stone, give them hearts for love alone.
I will speak my word to them. Whom shall I send?
Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord?
I have heard you calling in the night.
I will go, Lord, if you lead me.
I will hold your people in my heart.
3. I, the Lord of wind and flame, I will tend the poor and lame,
I will set a feast for them. My hand will save.
Finest bread I will provide till their hearts are satisfied.
I will give my life to them. Whom shall I send?
Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord?
I have heard you calling in the night.
I will go, Lord, if you lead me.
I will hold your people in my heart.
WORDS: Dan Schutte, 1981 MUSIC: Dan Schutte, 1981
BENEDICTION
All music under ccli #24249
Immediately following service, please join Pastor David in the fellowship hall where you can speak with him, Pastor CJ and Ben personally.
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We are always happy (and look forward) to have you join us in the sanctuary, but for those who would like to continue to participate from home, we will continue to live stream the services on youtube.com.
To join us on youtube.com simply type Miramar UMC in the search bar and then you should see the service live streamed. If you subscribe to our service through youtube.com you can set up reminders for the day before or 15 minutes before, whatever you like.
Please email your prayer requests for uplifting on Sundays by sending them to miramarpastor@gmail.com. It is best if you send them by Saturday NOON if possible.
Our church prayer meeting is online on Sundays at 7:30 p.m. and you may contact Marvia Aitken or Vinessa Edwards for the link.
WAYS to give:
1. Online giving is available through our website
www.MiramarUMC.org. On the home page the ‘Donate’ icon (a hand with a dollar sign above it) is located at the top left corner and on the right under “Contact Us” you will see the same icon along with “Donate Online.” Click on either location for instructions. If you need help call the church office at 954-989-4711. Thanks to all who have signed up for this. The regular tithes and offerings of the church are a great source of blessing.
2. You can also mail a check to Miramar United Methodist Church. If you have your offering envelopes you will see that the address of the church is printed for mailing purposes and your offering can be mailed in this envelope when you apply a stamp. You may also use a regular envelope and address it to: MUMC, 2507 Utopia Drive, Miramar FL 33023. Just put your check inside, mark which funds you would like to support, put a stamp on and let the United States Postal Service do the rest! Or bring it by after the Sunday services, someone will be in the church for one hour after the worship finishes as well as Mon-Thurs 1-5 pm. We trust God will keep us strong.
3. Also, we have the option of giving by text! Use 833-931-1791 to GivePlusText and when you text any amount, by putting that number in the message, you will be prompted to register, then fill out the details of your name, address and means of payment, and the contribution will go in! If you enter an email address you will get an immediate receipt. It is easy! If you have an Apple phone you may also get Vanco’s GivePlusMobile by downloading the app from the App Store. You may also look up YouTube videos to show how all this is done.
Thank you for your prayers! Grace and peace, Pastor David
