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SUNDAY BULLETIN 

Today at Grace United

Sunday, July 26, 2026​​

  • ​​9:30AM Adult Sunday School, Youth Sunday School (preschool to high school) 

  • 10:30AM Corporate Worship
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What to expect at Grace United OPC

Order of Worship

Sunday Worship Liturgy​​​

  • ​​​Call to Worship
    Joel 2:12-13

  • Invocation

  • Salutation

  • Opening Hymn of Praise
    #567 Doxology

  • Confession of Sin & Prayer of Repentance 

  • Gospel Words of Assurance
    Matthew 9:2b

  • Psalm Sing
    #10 O Lord, Why Do You Stand So Far Off (v1-5)

  • Confession of Faith
    Westminster Confession of Faith 6.1  p. 923

  • Offering & Hymn of Thanksgiving*
    #255 Day by Day and with Each Passing Moment (v1-3)

  • Pastoral Prayer & Lord's Prayer 

  • Scripture Reading & Proclamation
    Matthew 26:47-56 "When Evil Appears to be Winning"

  • Hymn of Response
    #438 I Love to Tell the Story (v1-4)

  • Benediction

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*Please make checks payable to "Grace United Church"
 

Worship Livestream Resources

Devotional Resources

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  • 2026 Daily Bible Reading Plan 

    • We warmly invite you to read the Bible with our church family again this year using the updated 2026 Bible Reading Plan. Whether you’re just starting or returning to a regular rhythm, this plan offers a simple way to spend time in Scripture and read through the Bible in a year. Come grow with us as God shapes our hearts through His Word.

    • Link to Week 31
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  • Sermon Reflection Questions​

    • When have you experienced a season where it appeared that evil or suffering was winning, but later saw God's wise providence at work? How does Gethsemane help reshape your perspective today?

    • Peter reached for a sword because he believed God's kingdom needed his strength. What "swords" are Christians tempted to reach for today (control, anxiety, anger, reputation, manipulation, self-reliance)? Which one do you most struggle with, and what would trusting Christ instead look like?

    • Jesus could have called twelve legions of angels but willingly chose the cross. What does Christ's voluntary submission teach us about the depth of his love and the nature of true power? How does this encourage you in your own suffering?

    • Jesus was treated as a criminal so guilty sinners could go free. How should the doctrine of substitution shape both our assurance of salvation and the way we respond to those who have sinned against us?
       

    • Sermon Reflection Questions Archive
       

  • Hymn of the Month

    • July Hymn of the Month: #438 "I Love to Tell the Story" 

    • We will sing the hymn of the month on the last Lord's Day of the month.

    • Link to 2026 Hymn of the Month Sheet
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  • Adult Sunday School

    • Format: The first 10-15 minutes, Pastor Peter shares a brief lesson followed by time in small groups for discussion and reflection. This is a great opportunity to learn together, ask questions, and grow in fellowship!

    • The Fear of the Lord study will continue throughout the year, with these mini-studies during these scheduled months: 

      • March: Men's and Women's Study on the 8 Deadly Sins​

      • June: Marriage Study

      • September: Parenting Study

      • December: Evangelism & Missions

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Announcements

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  • GUOPC Summer Beach Days

    • Join us for sun, fun, and fellowship! All are welcome- bring your family & friends!

    • Where: Huntington Beach 9th Street​

    • Time: 10:30AM

    • Dates: July 31, Aug 14

    • Questions? Talk to Rachel (310-848-4442)
       

  • All Church Praise Night & Monthly Youth Group THIS SATURDAY

    • Everyone is warmly invited to come sing praise together on the last Saturday of each month! This joyful evening of worship takes place during our monthly Youth Group meeting, and our students would love to lift their voices alongside the rest of our multigenerational church family. All ages are welcome- bring your family and join us!

    • Afterward, you’re welcome to stay for the youth group study or head out together for dinner at one of the many nearby spots. Come sing, connect, and enjoy fellowship across generations!

    • News from our Student Leaders: Siblings of Youth Group are invited to a classroom decorating activity while the Youth Group meets for their study with Teacher Chang (starting in July).

    • Next Praise Night & Youth Group: Saturday, July 25 at 4PM â€‹
       

  • Joint Church Picnic: Grace United and Theophilus OPC NEW

    • When: Saturday, August 8, 2026​ at 10AM-2PM

    • Where: Arnold Cypress Park 8611 Watson St, Cypress 90630

    • Join us for a fun-filled summer afternoon of food, fellowship, games, and laughter with Theophilus OPC for a special joint church picnic! Bring your family, invite a friend, and come ready to enjoy a joyful day together.

    • The meat for the taco potluck will be provided, and we invite everyone to bring a side dish or dessert to share potluck-style. Sign up for the potluck here
       

  • New Youth Sunday School Quarter- Starts in August NEW

  • Second Sundays at GUOPC: Come & Consider, Childcare, and Fellowship Meal​​

    • Come and Consider Sundays

      • Come and Consider Sundays will take place during regular second Sunday service: “Come now, let us reason together,” says the Lord (Isaiah 1:18).

      • If you know someone who's curious about church or beginning to explore faith, second Sundays are a great Sunday to invite them to Grace United. After worship, stay for a relaxed Q&A with the pastor, a chance to ask honest questions about faith, life, and God and then enjoy a meal with the church in the Fellowship Hall.

      • Submit questions for the Q/A here

      • Next 2nd Sunday Come & Consider: Aug 9 at 12PM
         

    • Come and Consider Childcare 

      • On second Sundays, our student leaders will provide activities for the littles (preschool-grade 2) inside the Education Center after worship so that parents may participate in the Come and Consider Q/A.

      • At the end of announcements, our student leaders and Student Leader Advisor will walk the children to the Education Center. Parents may pick up their children from the Education Center at the end of the Come and Consider Q/A.
         

    • Monthly Fellowship Meal 

      • After the Come and Consider Q/A, please join us for the monthly fellowship meal. We hope that providing this monthly meal will help us be more intentional about inviting friends, neighbors, and families to church, especially on second Sundays. These services are designed with newcomers in mind, with a more simply explained liturgy, followed by a Come & Consider Q&A and a fellowship meal.

      • Please prayerfully consider who you might invite to worship with us, to ask honest questions, and to hear the good news of Jesus Christ in a welcoming setting.

      • Please sign up to help provide a meal in 2026 (Dec is available)
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  • Community Groups

  • Wednesday Weekly Prayer Zoom

    • Please join us on Wednesday evenings at 8:30-9PM to pray for the church

    • Zoom link here​​
       

  • Mark your calendars/RSVP for these upcoming events:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    • 7/24-25 at Summer Evangelism Seminar at Westminster OPC

    • 7/31/26 GUOPC Beach Day at Huntington Beach 9th Street

    • 7/31/26 and 8/1/26 West Coast Witness at Westminster OPC and Huntington Beach

    • 8/8/26 @10AM-2PM Church Wide Picnic at Arnold Cypress Park (8611 Watson St, Cypress, CA 90630) 

    • 8/14/26 GUOPC Beach Day at Huntington Beach 9th Street

    • 9/7/26 Westminster OPC invite to their Labor Day/End of Summer Picnic

    • Monthly Fellowship Meal on second Sundays of the month
       

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Youth & College

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  • Sermon/Worship Resources for Parents

    • Youth Sermon Key Idea: When life looks like evil is winning, remember that Jesus is the King who turned his greatest apparent defeat into the greatest victory for everyone who trusts in him.

    • Sunday Sermon Youth Worksheet

    • Hymn of the Month

    • For parents with young children, please speak with Pastor Sim if you would like a manuscript of the sermon
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  • Sunday School Resources for Parents 

  • Monthly Youth Group Meeting for Middle-High School Students 

    • Every last Saturday of the month at 4PM

    • Come join us for All Church Praise, Bible study, and dinner!

    • Next Youth Group: Saturday, July 25 at 4PM
       

  • Together Tuesdays College Book Club (on break)

    • Every Tuesday from 8-9PM on zoom

    • Geared towards high school and college students and their parents, but all are welcome to attend
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  • Youth Student Leadership​​​

      • Thank you to our Youth Student Representatives!

        • ​Term 1: Hanns and Zachary

        • Term 2: Leticia and Joshua

        • Term 3: Caitlin and Lauren (current team)

      • Here is a link to the presentation slides.

      • Here is their mission statement: The purpose of the student representatives at Grace United OPC is to follow Jesus by helping others with humility and love, taking care of the time, talents, and things God gives, and to be part of the church by joining in, helping out, and making a difference.

 

Presbytery & Denomination

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Prayer

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  • New/Recent Prayer Requests​​​

  • Pray for people with various health issues​

    • Cancer: Winston (continued remission from cancer), Sonya (continued remission from cancer), Jonathan’s father (continued remission from gastric cancer), Sonya’s father (continued remission from lymphoma), Deacon Choi (another upcoming surgery), Annie (Calvin/Rachel's sister in law, surgery 5/20 for precancerous cyst on pancreas), Joshua O's grandfather (stomach cancer in remission)

    • Injuries: Diane (rehabilitation from surgery after hit by car, recent fall), Robert (kidney disease)

    • Other: Chang (health), Nancy (recovery after surgery), Eugene (undiagnosed health issues and mental health struggles), Ahrah’s mother (blurriness in left eye), Hannah (knee replacement post-surgery healing), Soonho (joint hypermobility syndrome, ankle), Lisa (post-surgery recovery), Joshua (post-op recovery for knee), Kevin (Ahrah's brother, leukemia remission), Eddie (Phil's brother, colon cancer remission), Hilary (Katie's brother), Mrs. Patel (Sanjay's mom, procedure on August 13)
       

  • Pray for those who are grieving: Josephine (grandfather's passing), Susan (sister's passing), Amy (sister's passing), Patels (Mrs. Christian, Mrs. Patel's brother), Eugene (grandmother's passing)
     

  • Pray for Infants: Rosie, Neo, Nico
     

  • Job Search: Rebekah, Nayeon
     

  • GUOPC Leadership
     

  • GUOPC Youth Ministry: More Sunday School teachers, Youth Student Leaders
     

  • People traveling/away: Shawn, Krupa & family, Joshua
     

  • Pray for the Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Program proposal which has been submitted
     

  • Please continue to pray for churches in our country and throughout the world​​
     

  • Pray for covenant children who are struggling with unbelief
     

  • GUOPC: Praise be to the Lord that Grace United OPC's first year as a particularized church within the Presbytery. Please pray that as a congregation, we would be faithful to serve the Lord and bring Him glory as a salt and light in the community of Stanton. Continue to pray for the smooth transition of the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to our church. 

Forms & Links

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