Eastwick United Methodist Church
8321 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19153
Main: 215-365-1810 Fax: 215-365-2049
Email: eastwickunitedmethodist@gmail.com
The Reverend Tracy A. Duncan, Pastor
Mission Statement: Glorifying God, Serving Others
11/09/2025
Worship Leader: Sis. Charmaine Tyler
Consider Assyria, once a cedar in Lebanon, with beautiful branches overshadowing the forest; it towered on high, its top above the thick foliage.
Ezekiel 31:3
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Testimony and Praise Time: Starting at 10:30 AM
WELCOME: Sis. Charmaine Tyler
INVOCATION: Min. Adrienne Jones
SONGS OF PRAISE: “I Shall Not Be Moved”
“How Great Thou Art”
(Sis. Charlyene Pinckney)
PASTORAL PRAYER: Min. Adrienne Jones
PRAYER RESPONSE: “The Angels Keep A-Watchin’ Over Me”
(See Back of Bulletin)
ANNOUNCEMENTS: (See Back of Bulletin)
PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION: Bro. Sam Johnson
Lord, open our hearts and minds by the power of your Holy Spirit, that as the Scriptures are read
and your Word is proclaimed we may hear with joy what you say to us today. Amen
SCRIPTURE: “Luke 9:10~17”
HYMN OF PREPARATION: “I Am Redeemed”
(Sis. Pinckney)
WORD: “Generosity in a Time of Anxiety” Rev. Tracy A. Duncan
INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP /ALTAR CALL
WORSHIP THROUGH GIVING: Worship Leader
To Give your Tithes and Offerings go to our website:www.Eastwickumc.org And click on:
Contact Us – Give – Donate
`
When you access the church website you give via PayPal, or with a Debit Card, or with a Credit Card
Or use the easy and convenient options below:
at the end of service.
Please also remember the Connectional Ministries Giving
The amount collected as of November 2, 2025, was $ 860 – Total YTDcollection is $12,330 – which puts us over our 2025 Goal of $12,012. Tithes and Offerings were $ 5,350. Our weekly budgeted Tithes and Offerings goal is $2,958. Thank you.
GIVING PRAYER:
Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who sincerely to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life. 1 Tim 6:17
CLOSING HYMN: “Zion is Calling Me”
Zion is calling me to a higher place of praise. To stand upon the mountain and to magnify His name. To tell all the people of every nation that He reigns. Zion is calling me to a higher place of praise.
BENEDICTION:
Based on Mark 9:36-50
Merciful God, we admit that we try to play God sometimes. We see folks doing things, “a little different,” in your name; then, we whisper-loudly. Without bothering to ask you, we set up sanctions against those who try to serve you sincerely. Who knows who we may be discouraging “in your name.” Remind us that we do not have the final say in spiritual matters. Remind us that only disciples of Christ can bear spiritual fruit. Chang our first reflex from scrutiny to hospitality. Let your words ring in our ears, for whoever is not against us is for us. Remind us that even cowards criticize;but courageous encourage. Kwasi I Kena
Remember Those Who are Sick and Those Shut-In:
Vivienne Johnson, Annette Glover, Joyce Brown, Pastor Duncan, Vincent Nedd, Frances Boone, Myrtle Cannon, Catherine Roberts, Michelle Murphy and
Pat Patton.
Please remember to alert the Pastoral Care Team (Joanne Briscoe and Bob Sutton) if there are others to be mentioned on this list. If you are healed and fully recovered and wish your name to be removed from this list, you may also alert Joanne or Bob
35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. Matthew 9:35 NIV
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Methodist Christmas Toy Drive – The holiday season is a time for giving and joy. For many
families, the holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones and exchange gifts. However,
for some families, the holidays can be a time of stress and financial hardship.
Donating a gift card or Toy you can help make the holidays brighter for
children who might not otherwise have a chance to experience the joy of receiving
gifts. The last day for donations is December 7, 2025. Please see Helen Best for details or questions.
Nov. 9, 2025. The Generosity Project. Immediately following worship. Please stay for the conversation.
November 10, 2025. Resourcing meeting with church leadership regarding food donation in a time of crisis. The zoom link has already been sent. That meeting will begin at 7 PM for those who are able to attend.
UPDATE – Nov. 16, 2025. Friends and Family Day will be rescheduled. Pastor and Hospitality/Worship Team will share a new date at a later time.
Church Conference:
December 9, 2025, Tuesday at 6:00 PM. This is a new season and Church Conference is being conducted somewhat differently. More information to follow over the next several weeks. Please look for additions as necessary. Pastor Duncan
Looking forward to Pray More? The umdiscipleship.org website has a prayer initiative called Prayer Partner Project. Beginning September 15, through November 15. Go the website and register at the link at the bottom of the page. There is never a more opportune time to pray than right now and certainly with a partner. Check it Out!
Get Ready: Young People’s Moment is coming on the Third Sunday. Let’s remember to bring and invite young people to fellowship with us and be a part of the life of the church.
Service Opportunity: Are you passionate about sharing the word of Christ with others? Do you like speaking with young people? Then here is an opportunity for you to share the word of Christ during our young people’s moment on the third Sunday of each month. Pastor Duncan is looking for 3 to 4 persons to share in those opportunities. Please speak Directly with Pastor Duncan and she will set up time to engage and train you in this vital ministry of the church.
Regularly Scheduled Ministry:
Wednesday Morning Prayer: Please remember the church is open for Prayer. All are welcome.
Bible Studies: Join Rev. Duncan on Tuesday morning for Hour of Powerand Rev. Duckett on Wednesday evening for Wednesday Night Bible Study – It is a time of empowerment and life enhancement in the study of the Word. Dial in access at 267–807–9601. Access code 443192 #.
MUSIC
“All Night, All Day, The Angels Keep A-Watchin’ Over Me”
Chorus:
All night, All day…
The angels, keep a-watchin, over me, My Lord!
All night, All day
The angels, keep a-watchin, over me!
Verse 1a:
Well, I never been to heaven, but I’m surely on my way,
You know,
Refrain:
The Angels, keep a-watchin, over me, My Lord!
Verse 1b:
You see I’m walking, with my Jesus, and He’s guiding me, day by day,
You know,
Refrain:
The Angels, keep a-watchin, over me!
Chorus
Verse 2a:
So you can accuse me, even abuse me, you can drive me into the cold. Oh, but,
Refrain:
The Angels, keep a-watchin, over me, My Lord!
Verse 2b:
See you can hurt my body, but you can’t touch my soul! Thank God!
Refrain:
The Angels, keep a-watchin, over me!
Chorus
Close