Welcome to Mountain View Global Methodist Church for our
January 18, 2026
Worship Service
WE ENTER INTO THE PRESENCE OF GOD
(As the music begins, let us remember that God has blessed us with these opportunities to serve Him and to share His love with others.)
Entrance
The two candles lit during the prelude represent the humanity and divinity of Jesus and His presence with us un the worship community.
Prelude Kristin Camacho
Greeting/Announcements
Jay DeBree
*Call to Worship Blessed Be the Name # 63
*Opening Hymn To God be the Glory # 98
*Apostle’s Creed
Anthem Down to the River to Pray
*Song of Praise All I Need is You TFWS # 2080 Jesus, Name Above All Names TFWS # 2071
Morning Prayer/Lord’s Prayer Rev. Laura Geloni
Tithes and Offerings
*Doxology
Children’s Sermon
(Children may go to Children’s Church) Rev. Laura Geloni
Prayer of Illumination Jay DeBree
O God, the source of all wisdom, we acknowledge our limitations and humbly seek Your guidance. We pray that You would grant us the wisdom we need to navigate the challenges of life, to make wise decisions, and to live a life that is pleasing to You. Pour out Your wisdom upon us, so that we may be equipped to serve You faithfully and bring glory to Your name. Amen
Scripture Proverbs 4:18-27 Jay DeBree
Scripture Selected passages from Matthew 6 & 7
Rev. Laura Geloni
Sermon
Living into the Kingdom Rev. Laura Geloni
Response to the Word
Altar Time
Kristin Camacho
*Closing Hymn Seek Ye First # 405
*Benediction and Dismissal
*Amen # 898
*Stand as you are able
Attendance: 77
Other Important Announcements
• Hearing devices are available for those needing them. Check at the back of the church with the sound crew.
• Come to church a few minutes early and enjoy coffee or hot chocolate along with fellowship in the room by the ramp.
• The listings of volunteers for Sunday morning services for 2026 are on the website. A list is also posted on the bulletin board outside Pastor Laura’s office. If you need help or if you need a printed list, please see Harriet Aaron
Important Dates
• Thursday, 1/22/26, 8:30 am – Veteran Coffee House
• Monday, 1/26/26, 1:00 pm – Mah Jongg
• Friday, 1/30/26, 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm – North Greenville Choral Arts presents Act IV: Broadway & Beyond
• Saturday, 1/31/26, 8:30 am - Hiking Club
• Sunday, 2/8/26, 3:00 pm – Greenville Concert Band presents Sing. Dance. Play.
www.mountainviewgmc.org
January 18, 2026 10:30 a.m.
Cindy Crain
Pastor Laura’s Office Hours – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Rev. Laura Geloni Pastor lgeloni@gmcofsc.org 864-640-6885
Kane Pittman Choir Director Acolyte
Kristin Camacho
Tammy Than Pianist Liturgist
Joyce Watkins
Mike Watkins
Bill Wilson
Chilton Adkins Greeters
Linda Adkins
Annie Haynes Ushers
