May 17, 2026

WELCOME and ANNOUNCEMENTS
CALL TO WORSHIP:

Leader: Friends, come away from the distractions and desires that keep us from entering God’s kingdom. 

All: We come to learn from our Savior. 

Leader: Beloved, come away from the barriers and divisions that keep us from loving our neighbor. 

All: We come to serve and to share. 

Leader: Children of God, come away into Christ’s presence. 

All: We come to worship!

OPENING SONG: “God Of Wonders”

PRAYER OF CONFESSION:

Holy and Beloved God, it is easy for us to be overwhelmed, to feel like everything is just too much. You call to us, pulling us toward you with the charge of love, and yet, we resist, even knowing that you are willing to share our burdens and lighten the load. Forgive our resistance, and redeem us in your grace, that the energy we expend would be to the benefit of your Way in the world. Help us to see you, and to be renewed in your Spirit, just as shoots of new grass are renewed every Spring.

Moment of silent prayer and reflection

ASSURANCE OF PARDON

Please observe a brief moment of silence to rest in God’s presence, to listen to God’s voice and to experience God’s peace

CELEBRATION OF THIRD GRADERS: Bible Presentation

SONG OF BLESSING:

The Lord bless you, and keep you

And give you peace

The Lord bless you and keep you

And give you peace

PASSING OF THE PEACE:

Leader:  The peace of Christ be with you

Response:  And also with you

SONG: “This Is My Fathers World”

Please See Song Sheet Insert