The service

Today I not only preached, but also led the service. I think I did a pretty good job, though I felt awkward at the transition points that didn't include a hymn. Still, I think it went rather well. Below is my order of worship:

Notice-not by me
Opening sentences:
The scripture sentence and Prayer of Approach is found on page 4 of the blue book.
This is the day that the Lord has made;
Let us rejoice and be glad in it.
It is good to give thanks to the Lord
For his love endures for ever.
Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open,
all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden:
Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts
by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,
That we may perfectly love you,
and worthily magnify your holy name;
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
In the mercy of Almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake God forgives us all of our sins. To those who believe in Jesus Christ he gives the power to become Children of God and bestows on them the Holy Spirit. Amen
Hymn "Into a World of Darkness" 325 (1)
Prayer:
Holy God, Holy and mighty, Holy and immortal,
Hear our prayers and let us cry before you.
Gracious God, we pray today that the light of your presence and your sustaining grace may be known by those for whom these are dark times.
We pray for those who are bereaved and struggling with the question why
Who are having problems with relationships and family life,
Who are having to come to terms with a life-threatening disease,
Who are coping with mental health problems.
We pray especially for those in Darfur, and Iraq, Niger and Afghanistan and all places of conflict and famine. We pray that within the chaos and death that envelops our world you may be the light of life.
Individual prayers and petitions may be made aloud or in silence.
Gracious God, may all for whom we pray know the power and strength of your presence
May your love fill their lives and may you be the light that enters their darkness, turning despair into hope and praise. Amen
And now we pray as Jesus taught us to pray:
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, they kingdom come, they will be done, on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever and ever.Amen.

Talk to children: (water experiences)
Offertory:
Eternal God,
We come with these gifts to offer the praise of our lips and the service of our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Hymn "Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove 299 (2)X
O.T. Lesson- Gen1:1-5 (other person reads)
N.T. Lesson- Mark 1:4-11 (I read)
Hymn "At the Dawn of Creation" 424 (3) X
(Children Leave)
Address (sermon)
Hymn "Breathe on me Breath of God" 295 (4)
Prayers:
(please respond Thank you Almighty God)
Almighty God, you entered the chaotic waters of the world, your Spirit skirting the deep and your Word bringing light.
Thank you Almighty God
Almighty God, you revealed the Word made Flesh to us through the waters of John’s Baptism and the Spirit like a dove.
Thank you Almighty God
Almighty God, you make us Children of God and allow us to address you as our abba.
Thank you Almighty God
Hymn "All Creatures of Our God and King" 39 (5)
The LORD almighty order our days and our deeds.
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
Amen