On Sunday mornings at 9AM, we gather for worship on Facebook or YouTube.

If you use Facebook, you will be able to join a “watch party” at 9:00am.  While the video is playing you can comment in real time with the others who are watching.  So, when you start watching, share your name so we can say “Hi” to each other.  You can also comment about the service as it goes along, or ask questions of me.  If you miss the 9:00 am viewing you can view the video any time.  As an FYI, our Facebook views of the service are more than double our normal Sunday attendance.  We have really extended the scope of our worship reach.  So go ahead, share the service with someone.

Tips for getting the most out of virtual worship:

1. Encourage a friend, relative or neighbor to watch our service.
2. Get settled and turn off distractions, like the TV or the ringers on the phone.  Maybe dim the lights, or light a candle.
3. Have your Bible with you.
4. Pray before the service.  For example:
   Dear God, be present with us as we turn our hearts to worship You. We thank You that You are present everywhere at once, and so we ask for the blessing of the Holy Spirit to pour out upon those who lead us in worship and upon every worshiping community gathered anywhere throughout Your beautiful world. May Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord, meet us powerfully to the glory of God the Father. Amen.
5. Participate.  Don’t just read the words or listen.  Speak the words,  sing along.  Share your thoughts.  Take notes.  Read the Scripture as it is being read.
6. Spend time after the service reflecting on what it means in your life.
7. Respond to the survey that I send out.

I look forward to “seeing” you at our UMCL virtual church service on Sunday.

Peace,

Pastor Hoyt