Monday, April 20, 2026
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Third Sunday of Easter
Joys
+ We celebrate God's gift that we can worship together!
+ We celebrate today's women-led worship service.
+ We celebrate yesterday's successful, fun gathering of United Women in Faith as they convened for the Prairie Winds Area (district) Spring Gathering at the Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Marshall, Minnesota.
+Praise God for the faithful service of our beloved pianist, Renae H. and for Cheryl R. who served as usher today.
Concerns
+Praying for all who are dealing with medical challenges: Craig R., Judy C., Donna D., Karnella S. … and Dean, Paul, Amanda, Gary, Steve and Billy.
+Praying for the family and friends of all who have
recently died.
+Praying for all who are impacted directly and
indirectly by conflict in the world.
+Praying for peace.
Bulletin for April 19
“You who are righteous, rejoice in the Lord and be glad! All you whose hearts are right, sing out in joy!” – Psalm 32:11 (CEB)
Call to Worship (inspired by Romans 12:2)
Brothers and sisters, we gather in worship today with special remembrance for those called to set-apart ministry. In the words of Paul, “I urge you to offer your bodies as a living and holy sacrifice to God.” Lord, help us worship you with our eyes and our ears; with our mouths and our hands. Because we are rooted in Christ, we give our whole selves to you.
Be transformed from the inside out by renewing your mind. Lord, help us worship you with our hearts and our minds. Renew our thoughts as we grow in knowledge – that we may sharpen our focus on you.
You will be able to discern what God wills and whatever God finds good, pleasing, and complete. Lord, show us your will for each one of us gathered for worship. Show us your will for our congregation. Help us to please you in our worship, in our service, and in our daily lives.
-- Adapted from Romans 12:1-2 by SVMC Instructors and board members John Hess (So. PA District) and Joe Detrick (Atlantic Northeast District).
Hymn: “Just as I Am, Without One Plea,” #357
Prayer
Gloria Patri: #70
Prayer & The Lord’s Prayer (sung)
Offering / Doxology: #95 / Offering Prayer
Reading and Segmented Singing of Hymn: “There Is a Balm in Gilead,” #375
Scripture Lesson: Romans 12:2
Message from Nancy Beighley
Hymn: “I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me,” #2153
“The worship is ended; let the service begin.”
Friday, April 17, 2026
4 church agencies propose unifying into one
Four United Methodist general agencies announced April 17 that they plan to unify into a single organization.
At their individual spring meetings, the boards of Discipleship Ministries, Global Ministries, Higher Education and Ministry and United Methodist Communications each unanimously supported a framework to combine their ministries under one structure. United Methodist News is part of United Methodist Communications.
“The unification of these four agencies will allow us to better coordinate our mission and ministry for all levels of The United Methodist Church — from the local church to conferences and general church bodies,” said Dan Krause, the top executive of United Methodist Communications.
“It also allows us to meet the changing needs of the denomination by being nimbler and more aligned.”
To go forward, such a union will need the approval of the next General Conference, scheduled May 8-18, 2028, in Minneapolis. If approved, the unification would go into effect on Jan. 1, 2029.
Read more at this link.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Wednesday with the Wesleys
O continue thy loving kindness towards me and take me into thy protection this night. Let thy holy angels watch over me to defend me from the attempts of evil men and evil spirits. Let me rest in peace, and not sleep in sin; and grant that I may rise more fit for thy service...
Now, to God the Father, who first loved us, and made us accepted in the Beloved; to God the Son, who loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood; to God the Holy Ghost, who sheddeth the love of God abroad in our hearts, be all love and all glory in time and to all eternity. Amen.
- John Wesley (from A Collection of Forms of Prayer for Every Day of the Week - Saturday evening)
Monday, April 13, 2026
Scripture Lesson for April 19
Join us for worship next Sunday at 9:00 a.m. as the ladies of Glenville UMC lead our worship service. Our service will center around Romans 12:2.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Second Sunday of Easter - Joys and Concerns
Joys:
+Praise God for the safe return of the Artemis II astronauts
after a successful 10-day mission in space.
+Praise God for a wonderful church ladies’ gathering
last Wednesday that Karnella hosted at Hidden Creek.
+Praise God for family members who rally to help one
another in times of need.
+Praise God for Easton H. and Savannah H. worshipping
with us today.
+Praise God for a recently attended celebration of life
service at Bethlehem Lutheran Church which featured beautiful handmade quilts
draped over every pew – a celebration of color … and loving attention to detail.
+Praise God for planted flowers, plants beginning to
show signs of growth, new life.
+Praise God for the beautiful church bulletin covers we
enjoy each week.
+Praise God for the gift of living in small towns.
+Praise God for the faithful service of our beloved pianist, Renae H. and for Mike R. who served as usher today.
Concerns:
+Praying for the family and friends of Gen, Nancy B.’s
great niece, who passed away yesterday.
+Praying for the family and friends of all who have recently
died in nearby area communities.
+Praying for school children, their teachers, and
administrative staff members who are navigating the last two months of this
school year.
+Praying for travelling mercies for all those we love.
+Praying continues for Craig R., Judy C., Donna D., and
Karnella S. who are dealing with medical challenges.
+Praying for all who are impacted directly and
indirectly by conflict in the world.
+Praying for peace.