Sunday, October 31, 2021, Faith Episcopal Church, Merrimack, NH; Mini-Service video: Pentecost 23, 27 min. Rise Up Ye Saints of God, Hymn 551; Nancy Jamrog-Couret, organ. Vicar Pat Henking, celebrant; an introduction to the story of Ruth, Ruth 1:16; Collect for the 23rd Sunday After Pentecost. God’s Story – Ruth; video by Crossroads Kids Club.net. How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place, Hymn 517; Nancy Jamrog-Couret, organ. The Gospel of Mark 12:28-34; video, Mark – Dhivehi Gospel Films (Maldive Islands). Vicar Pat Henking, “The pandemic has pushed us to discover again how lovely the Lord’s dwelling place is.” But where is it? “In plain sight,” she suggests; What is God’s dream for us? “To love God and to be able to share that love with one another!” And how do we begin that journey? “Follow in the footsteps of Ruth and Naomi.” The Greatest Commandment; Nancy Jamrog-Couret, music, lyrics, piano, voice. Vicar Pat Henking reminds us again to dwell in the Lord God and discover anew that the Lord God guides our feet; announcements, 2 prayers: Prayer for Halloween and A Child’s Prayer before Trick or Treat; benediction, dismissal. O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing, Hymn 493; Nancy Jamrog-Couret, organ. Bob Hughes, videographer.