On Sunday, we continue to celebrate the glorious news about Jesus Christ’s resurrection!
Our regular Sunday morning worship begins at 9:30 am, both in person in the sanctuary and via the livestream.
You are always welcome at this church!
Order of Worship for Sunday, April 28
Minister: Rev. David Eardley
Liturgist: Chris Blunden
| Chimes hymn | “Holy God, We Praise Thy Name” UMH 79 | |
| Welcome | Chris Blunden | |
| Call to worship | Psalm 22: 25-31 UMH 752 | Chris Blunden |
| Organ voluntary | “All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly” TFWS 216, arr. Mark Hayes | Doug Dykstra |
| Greeting & Lord’s Prayer | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Hymn | “Gather Us In” UMH 2236 | |
| Scripture reading | John 15: 1-8 (pg 103 in the New Testament pages in the pew Bible) | Chris Blunden |
| Chancel chat | Emily Bianchi | |
| Offertory invitation | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Offertory anthem | “Rise Up, O Church of God” by Doris Hall | The Men of the Chancel Choir |
| Doxology | UMH 95 | |
| Prayer of dedication | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Hymn | “There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy” UMH 121 | |
| Scripture reading | Acts 8: 26-40 (pg 119 in the New Testament pages in the pew Bible) | Chris Blunden |
| The message | “Where All are Welcomed” | Rev. David Eardley |
| Hymn | “To God Be the Glory” UMH 98 | |
| Ministry opportunities | Chris Blunden | |
| Benediction | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Piano meditation | “Make Me a Channel of Your Peace” TFWS 2171, arr. Janet Vogt | Doug Dykstra |