Easton, Centenary & Covered Bridge Circuit

6th Sunday of Easter

Mother’s Day

May 14, 2023

*All that are comfortably able are invited to stand at this symbol*

The Gathering

PRELUDE

BRINGING IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

CENTERING WORDS

God is the creator of earth, not just those who claim to be the people of God. God calls and welcomes all of humanity into community. We, who claim our love for Christ are invited to extend extravagant welcome in both word and action to all of God’s children everywhere.

*OPENING HYMN #92 “For the Beauty of the Earth”

CALL TO WORSHIP

From the north and south, from the east and west…

All are welcome here.

From hands raised high, or hearts quietly pondering,

We come to worship God.

Bringing our love, opening our minds…

We draw near to God, near to each other, and near to Christ, the Word of God.

OPENING PRAYER

God of all nations, for creating us in all our diversity, yet calling us together in our common humanity, we offer you our thanks and praise. Speak to us with your Spirit and Truth. Reveal to us your loving presence and

guide us to display your loving Spirit in all that we say

and in all that we do. Amen

*GLORIA PATRI

OFFERING OUR GIFTS

*DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

CHILDREN’S TIME CHOIR ANTHEM

Proclamation of the Word

PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION

Ever-speaking God, open our hearts and minds to seek your Spirit and Truth. Bless us with your wisdom and reveal the promise of your love through the reading of your holy word. Amen

ACTS OF THE APOSTLES Acts17:22-31

THE PSALTER Psalm 66:8-20

HYMN OF PREPARATION #393 “Spirit of the Living God”

GOSPEL John l4:15-21

This is the word of the Lord Thanks be to God

THE MESSAGE Pastor Melissa

Response to the Word

JOYS AND CONCERNS PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD’S PRAYER

The Sending Forth

*CLOSING HYMN #445

“Happy the Home When God is There”

*BENEDICTION

*SENDING FORTH THE LIGHT #557

“Bless Be the Tie That Binds

*POSTLUDE

Easton-8:15, Centenary–9:30, Covered Bridge Circuit-11:15

Melissa Weatherwax - 518 961-1910 meli44race@gmail.com

*Easton 518 531-4558 *eastonchurch126@gmail.com

*www.eastonumc.org www.centenaryumcgreenwich.org

*centenaryumcgreenwich@gmail.com

ANNOUNCEMENT

Wed. May 17- Easton Ad Board Meeting @ 6:30

Movie Night for Kids, Date night for Parents. Easton UMC –Fri. May 19th. 5:00 to 9:00. Supper, games, and children's movie; ages 4 and up; all are welcome. Supervision by Safe-Sanctuary certified staff. Reservations required-contact Melissa 518 961 1910 or meli44race@gmail.com.

Sat. May 20, 11:00am-3:00pm Youth Program –Saratoga National Park and National Cemetery for Armed Forces Day! And Picnic. We will navigate through the park and learn its history while taking in the breathtaking scenery and wildlife along the way. We will also share in a picnic during our journey through the Park. Bagged lunches will be provided. Address: 648 NY-32, Stillwater, NY 12170. Please contact Pastor Melissa to register @ 518-961-1910 or meli44race@gmail.com

Tues. May 30-Centenary Leadership Meeting @ 7:00

Sat. June 10, Chicken BBQ at Stump UMC - Details to follow.

Sun. June 18 90th Birthday Celebration of Pastor Virginia at Victory Mills Fire Dept. 1:00-5:00PM.

Wednesdays, Eagle Bridge UMC’s Thrift Store is open every Wednesday and the first Saturday of the month @ 10:-1:00. Donations appreciated.

Centenary's 4F's meets the first Tuesday of the month at 1 pm This is a time for females to gather for faith, fellowship and food. Please call or text 518-321-8676 for more information

Easton, Centenary

& the

Covered Bridge Circuit

United Methodist Church