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On Sunday, Nov. 11, at the Freedom United Methodist Church the order of services was:

A patriotic video was shown by Lori Loutha

Invocation by Pastor Todd Finley

Call to Worship: Psalm 118:14-29 led by Peg Nixon

Opening hymn: “America” led by Debra Brown

Affirmation of Faith

Gloria Patri

Hymn of Justifying Grace: “Faith of Our Fathers”

Offertory: Janell Reutlinger

Ushers: Arly and Jan Eden

Doxology

Offertory Prayer by Pastor Todd Finley

Special Music by Jennifer Finley

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17 – Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore, take unto you the whole armor of God that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”

Morning Message: “The Full Armor of God,” by Pastor Todd Finley

Pastoral Prayer

Hymn of Invitation: “America the Beautiful”

Benediction by Pastor Todd Finley

Closing Musical Response: “Battle Hymn of the Republic”

Postlude by Janell Reutlinger

Please remember those on our prayer list including Keith Parks family, Retha Noble, California wildfires and the firefighters and first responders, Kevin Wares, Bonita Stewart, Lana Burkhart, Norma Clark (Bob Forbes’ friend), J.J. Louthan, Terry Martin (Debbie Brown’s brother), Don Wallace (Regina Wilson’s father), Chad Green (Cameron and Regina Wilson’s brother-in-law), Lisa Hughes, Kinsey Didier, Faye Crow (Nelwyn’s sister-in-law), Collette Tolbert (Todd’s mother), and Elmer Maddux. Please remember our nation, our president, our leaders and our world in your prayers.

Services at Freedom UMC – Sunday school starts at 10 a.m. and Sunday service at 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome. Please join us as we worship the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.