– Bulletin –

South Vernon United Methodist Church

142 Columbus Road, Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050

southvernonumc@gmail.com www.southvernonumc.org

“Brighten the Corner Where We Are with the Love of Jesus

Sunday, September 6, 2026

Welcome and Announcements

*Sharing the Peace greet one another in God’s love and peace

Prelude / Bringing Forth the Light of God’s Presence

*Hymn #211 FHP A Shelter in the Time of Storm vs1-3

Gospel Lesson Mark 6:45-52

Our Tithes and Offerings followed by the *Doxology #95

*Offertory Prayer see screen

Children’s Message all children, please come to the front.

Sharing Our Prayer Concerns and Joys

followed by the Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer #895

Hymn #133 Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

Message PSALMS of SUMMER:
In the “I” of the Storm ^&

The Sacrament of Holy Communion

*Hymn #474 Precious Lord, Take My Hand

*Pastoral Benediction

*Taking Forth the Light / Postlude

* Please stand if you are able.

Servant Leaders Today: Liturgical Color: Green

Ministers: Congregation Acolytes: Cole & Griffin Hunt

Pianist: Barb Spitzer Church IT Specialist: Brad Mills

Liturgist: Lynne Bohandy Next Sunday: Geri Reese

Pastor: Thom Fowler 567-231-8759 / pastorthom.3@gmail.com

Pastor’s devotional blog: MoreThanUseless.com

Announcements

* September 10^th – Council Meeting – 5 pm

* September 17^th – United Women of Faith Meeting – 1 pm

* October 18^th – Charge Conference at Sunbury UMC – 3 pm

PSALMS of SUMMER: In the “I” of the Storm Psalm 91

Introduction

The “I” in the storm Psalm 91; Matthew 14:22,23b

Promise of Rest

Abide and trust vs 1-2

Promise of Refuge

Shelter under His wings vs 3-4

Promise of Rescue

Call on Him in trouble vs 14-15

Promise of Reward

God is with us in trouble vs 15-16

The “I” of the Storm

Find the One who says, “I AM” Exodus 3:14

Jesus—God with us Matthew 1:23

Communion: God Came into Our Storm

vs 15; Matthew 1:23

Next Sunday (09/06/26):

PSALMS OF SUMMER: Shelter in the Storm

Psalm 91 reminds us that storms are an unavoidable part of life, but we do not have to face them alone or live controlled by fear. When we abide in God and make Him our refuge, we can discover the “I of the storm”—a place of peace, strength, and security in the presence of the Almighty. This psalm points us to God’s promises of rest, refuge, rescue, and reward, reminding us that whatever storm we face, God is with us and will see us through.

When they call on me, I will answer;

I will be with them in trouble.

I will rescue and honor them. Psalm 91:15 _NLT

Next Sunday (09/13/26):

PSALMS OF SUMMER: Rebellion and Rescue

Psalm 107 reminds us that God does not abandon us when we wander. Through four stories of people who were lost, bound, broken, and overwhelmed, we see a repeated pattern: they cried out to God, He rescued them, and they were called to praise Him for His unfailing love. Wherever we may find ourselves today, God knows where we are, and His desire is to lead us home.

Deuteronomy 8:1-3; 2 Samuel 18:33; Psalm 39:7-12; Psalm 107

Important enough to share…

For those not aware, The Station Break Senior Citizens Center offers transportation for health/doctor’s appointments, including those out of town.

They do have suggested prices, but the cost is by donation, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. (It is advisable to call them as early as possible to set up appointments – especially for those out of the area.)

Contact them at 397-3841 for specific information. Their newsletter is also available at the front and back entrances.

For clearer communication, please use the provided Prayer Request Cards found in your pew’s hymnal rack.

This will help Pastor Thom with spelling names and clarity of details. It will also help save time, as we won’t need to repeat everything for the congregation and those listening online. Prayer Requests can also be sent to our e-mail – SouthVernonUMC@gmail.com