Bulletin for April 26

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.”  – Acts 2:42 (NRSV)

Call to Worship (inspired by Psalm 23)

The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want. I seek the grace of God and my cup runneth over. I seek the will of God and my cup runneth over. I seek the strength of God and my cup runneth over. How generous is God's love so much the world cannot contain it. The Lord is my Shepherd, and I lack nothing. - written by the Rev. Roddy Hamilton and posted on Mucky Paws.

Hymn: “Take Up Thy Cross," #415

Prayer: Gentle, yet powerful. Lowly, yet almighty. Shepherd, yet King. In Your gentleness, guide us. In Your power, strengthen us. In Your lowliness, strip from us our selfish pride which only destroys us. In Your great-ness, lift us up that we might aspire to greater things. As a shepherd, call us to be Your servants. As a King, call us to be Your royal priesthood. O God, who is our shepherd and our King, O Christ, who was crucified and is now risen from the dead; O Spirit, who comforts and empowers; O great One in Three, Holy Trinity, this hour, set us free to worship. Amen.  - posted on My Redeemer Lives website.

Gloria Patri

The Lord’s Prayer (sung)                                              

Doxology                                              

First Lesson: Psalm 23

Hymn: “He Leadeth Me,” #128

Gospel Lesson: John 10:1-10

Sermon: “The right way”

Hymn: “Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us," # 

Choral Amen

“The worship is ended; let the service begin.”

It's not over, yet!

 

Earth Day & The UMC

From The UMC Book of Resolutions

Wednesday with the Wesleys

Weep with them that weep. If you can do no more, at least mix your tears with theirs; and give them healing words, such as may calm their minds, and mitigate their sorrows. But if you can, if you are able to give them actual assistance, let it not be wanting. Be as eyes to the blind, as feet to the lame, a husband to the widow, and a father to the fatherless. This will greatly tend to conciliate the affection, and to give a profitable pleasure, not only to those who are immediate objects of your compassion, but to others likewise that 'see your good works and glorify your Father which is in heaven'.

- John Wesley (On Pleasing All Men)

Scripture lessons for April 26

 
We bring April to a close next Sunday with lessons from Psalm 23 

and John 10:1-10.

Third Sunday of Easter

 

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Today's bulletin

L-R: Gloria Sharp, Judy Luksik, Korla Schuhmacher (Renae Herr - Pianist)

Linda Bighley - Scripture Reader

Nancy Beighley - Giving the Message

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

Choral Amen

“The worship is ended; let the service begin.”