Kemble Memorial UMC
Rev. Dr. Larry Oksten - Pastor
Amy Flynn - Director of Music
19 South Broad St.
Woodbury, NJ 08096
November 23rd, 2025
Worship – 9:30 a.m.
We Gather
Prelude: Softly and Tenderly
Greeting
Opening Prayer
Opening Hymn: UMH #600 Wonderful Words of Life
Call to Worship:
L: Come, let us celebrate the forgiving, reconciling love of God.
ALL: For once we were lost and felt so far away; now we have been found and welcomed home.
L: Know that God’s love is lavished upon you forever.
ALL: We rejoice at the news of forgiveness and hope!
L: Come, let us celebrate and praise the God of Love.
ALL: AMEN!
We Grow
Kids’ Corner
Joys and Concerns
Prayers Hymn: UMH# 357 Just as I Am, Without One Plea
Pastoral Prayer
Sharing in Peace
Offering
Doxology: UMH #95
Scripture: Luke 15: 11-24
Song of Preparation: Chain Breaker (Zach Williams)
Message : LOST : The Way Back – Lani Cole-Mitchell
Song of Response : UMH #140 Great is Thy Faithfulness
We Go
Benediction
Postlude: Something Beautiful
Important Notes:
Sunday school: We are in need of volunteers willing to help teach class. See Pastor Larry or Dawn Brasberger for more info
Women’s Bible Study: Every Tuesday at 10am
Food Pantry: We are asking that you please bring in one non perishable food item between now and Thanksgiving to be donated.
Turkey Donation: If you would like to donate a turkey to the food bank please contact Bunny Stubblebine with any questions and to make drop off arrangements.
Hanging of the Greens: If you would like to help decorate the church for Christmas we are meeting Saturday, November 29th 9am
The Altar Flowers:
A loving birthday memorial for our mother and grandmother, Lisa Schmidt By: The Marz Family
A loving birthday memorial for our mother and grandmother, Lisa Schmidt By: The Marz Family
Coffee Hour: We would love for you to sign up to take a turn at Coffee Hour. Your support helps make this after worship gathering possible. Thank you!!