May 12, 2024
Ascension of the Lord
May 12, 2024 Livestream Worship: Online Bulletin
Bringing in the Light of Christ
Chiming of the Trinity
Prelude
How Firm a Foundation arr. James Koerts
Welcome and Announcements
Call to Worship
Based on themes from Psalm 139
We’ve come to worship God,
who loved us before we were yet born,
who knows us even better than we know ourselves,
whose presence never leaves us,
and whose love for us never ceases.
This is our God. Let’s worship together!
Hymn
Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise UMH# 312
Stanzas 1, 2, 3
Children’s Message
A Reading from the New Testament
Ephesians 1:15-23
Concerns and Prayers with the Lord’s Prayer
UMH# 895
Musical Meditation
All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name Arranged by Barbara B. Kinyon
Handbell Choir
The Reading from the New Testament
Acts 1:1-11
Sermon
Why are you standing here, looking toward heaven? | Rev. Lisa Hartzog
Prayer of Confession & Assurance of Pardon
Like a child running into their mother's arms, we are welcomed into the loving embrace of our creator. You are a beloved child, one who is wanted and cherished. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven and made new.
In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven and made new.
Thanks be to God.
Blessing of the Tithes and Offerings
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Doxology | UMH# 94
Hymn
Ask Ye What Great Thing I Know UMH# 163
Blessing and Sharing of Christ’s Light
Postlude
To God Be the Glory arr. Edwin C. SpencerAnnouncements
Susan Kiser
Today’s worship participants
Our Pastor: Rev. Lisa Hartzog
Music Director: Dr. Joel Reed
Worship Arts Associate: Patty Higgins
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