Bishop Justus Church of England School Morning Worship Welcome Ordinary Time 30th August 2018 Bishop Justus Church of England School  

Gather The Lord be with you And also with you

Receive Abraham looked up and saw three men standing near him. When he saw them, he ran from the tent entrance to meet them, and bowed down to the ground. He said, ‘My lord, if I find favour with you, do not pass by your servant. Let a little water be brought, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree. Let me bring a little bread, that you may refresh yourselves, and after that you may pass on—since you have come to your servant.’ … Genesis 18:2-5

Abraham welcomed strangers Abraham welcomed strangers. He gave them somewhere to rest and food to eat. Later they were shown to be messengers of God…

Engage Some discussion ideas … Music … We’re your friends (Jungle Book) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTrB45tfFDQ Newsboys “Entertaining Angels” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh1dkrkSTjM Some discussion ideas … Why should we offer help without expecting anything in return? How can you show welcome to another person today?

Be bold, be strong, for the Lord, your God, is with you. I am not afraid (no, no, no), I am not dismayed (no, no, no), because I’m walking in faith and victory; come on and walk in faith and victory,

Respond [Have a minute of silent reflection, thinking about the theme of today’s worship – then say the prayer …] We welcome you to Bishop Justus School. We hope that you will find shelter and refreshment, learning and friendship. May you receive God’s blessings. Amen

Go   Let us bless the Lord Thanks be to God