Upcoming Sunday Morning Information

Sunday, October 6^th Information
Pentecost Autumn/November Theme (2^nd half of Pentecost)

Living out the Kingdom with a generous spirit

Theme Write-up written by Matthew Reece, Director of Music Ministries

As we conclude the Pentecost season, we are reminded that the outpouring of the Holy Spirit empowers us to live as citizens of God’s Kingdom. “Living out the Kingdom with a generous spirit” calls us to embody the generosity of God in our daily lives, reflecting the abundance of His love and grace. The Kingdom of God is not just a future promise but a present reality, manifest in our willingness to give freely—of our time, resources, and compassion. Just as the early church shared everything in common and no one was in need, we are invited to continue this legacy of selfless giving, ensuring that our communities are marked by care, kindness, and mutual support.

This theme challenges us to see generosity not as a mere act of giving, but as a lifestyle rooted in the Kingdom values of justice, mercy, and humility. When we live with a generous spirit, we mirror the heart of Christ, who gave His all for us. This generosity transcends material wealth; it includes offering forgiveness, extending grace, and providing encouragement. As we live out the Kingdom in this way, we become living testimonies of God’s love, drawing others into the transformative power of His Kingdom. Let us, therefore, embrace this call to generosity, allowing the Holy Spirit to guide us in building a world that reflects the generosity of our Savior.

Altarscape

Julie, Thank you for the beautiful altarscape for the season. Let it remind us that the Holy Spirit is living within all of us; we should spread the good news to all.

Ardor (Worship Musicians)

The musicians rehearse from 9:00 – 9:45 am every Sunday morning. All are welcome! The musicians for worship can find the service orders and music in the crate on the back pew in the sanctuary for each week of the month. Contact the office if you plan to help lead worship.

Sunday School

Sunday school meets at 9:00 – 9:45 am in the fellowship hall (downstairs). This is a multigenerational Sunday school where we will dig deeper into our faith walk using the series titled “The Chosen”.

Worship Information

Join us in-person for the Worship Service at 10:00 am on Sunday where we will celebrate the 20^th Sunday after Pentecost. We broadcast the worship service via Facebook Live if you are unable to attend in person (https://www.facebook.com/allsaintsdavenport).

If you would like the words for the worship service, contact the office (office@allsaintsdavenport.org) to request the information.

In Sunday’s gospel combines a saying that makes many of us uncomfortable with a story we find comforting. Jesus’ saying on divorce is another of his rejections of human legislation in favor of the original intent of God’s law. Jesus’ rebuke of the disciples who are fending off the children should challenge us as well. What does it mean to receive the kingdom of God as a child does?

Sovereign God, you have created us to live in loving community with one another. Form us for life that is faithful and steadfast, and teach us to trust like little children, that we may reflect the image of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen

Genesis 2:18-24 – Created for relationship

Genesis 2 stresses that people are not meant to live in isolation but in relationship. Out of love for humanity, God creates them male and female, to provide companionship for each other and to become with each other “one flesh.” The Hebrew words used here are ish (man) and ishshah (woman).

Psalm 8

You crown us with glory and honor. (Ps. 8:5)

Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 – God has spoken by a Son

Quoting from the psalms, this passage from Hebrews emphasizes that Jesus, the one through whom God created everything and who sits at God’s right hand, is also the one who experienced human suffering and death in order to blaze the path of salvation for us.

Mark 10:2-16 – Teaching on marriage

Jesus announced and enacted in history the new reality of God’s surprising activity. These two stories demonstrate this new reality: Women and children are accepted and valued, not dismissed as inferior to adult men.

Fellowship Time

You are invited to stay after worship for refreshments and fellowship time in the gathering space.