Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, May 22, 2022
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Sixth Sunday of Easter
*Indicates to stand as you are able
Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”We, Thy People, Praise Thee”…….…..UMH 67
Prelude
*Processional
In this place, among these people
God is worshipped, God is praised
We have seen the signs and wonders;
The lost are found, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story;
lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us?
You are welcomed, you are loved.
Call to Worship
Leader: Jesus dwells among us, teaching us to believe in his name.
All: Let us offer God our thanks.
Leader: The Holy Spirit dwells among us, guiding us down the paths of life.
All: Let us offer God our praise.
Leader: God dwells among us, beckoning us to worship.
All: Let us offer God our worship.
*Gloria Patri……………………..……….UMH 70
*Opening Prayer
*Hymn
”Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah”………….….UMH 127
Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
Children’s Time – After prayers, sing the children out to “Jesus Loves Me.” Children under five are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery.
The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology……………………………………….…………UMH 95
*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn
”Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart”……..UMH 500
Sharing of the Word
Old Testament Reading
Psalm 67.……………….Page 460
*Gospel Reading
John 14:23-29…………………Page 877
Message by Pastor Gary Peterson
”Preparing for the Holy Spirit”
Prayer
*Hymn
”Dear Lord and Father of Mankind”.……..UMH 358
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated
Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Ellen Zimmerman
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good News
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