UMH – United Methodist Hymnal

FWS – The Faith We Sing Hymnal

Welcome

Sharing the Peace of Christ

“Gloria Patri”  UMH 71

Call to Worship

Leader:  Praise be to God who has brought us here this day.
People:  Praise to God for the blessings we have received.
Leader:  What great peace we know in God’s house!
People:  What joy we have in God’s presence.
Leader:  This is truly the day the Lord has made.
All:  Let us rejoice and be glad in it! Amen.

“I Come with Joy”  UMH 617

Scripture Reading  John 13:1-17

Children’s Message (Kids may go to Young Disciples)

“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”  UMH 133

Message “Disciples Serve Joyfully”

“I’m Going to Live So God Can Use Me”  FWS 2153

Confession:  Jesus, we want to be like you. Yet many times we fall short. May your Holy Spirit pour out on us to nurture and guide us. Help us when we fail. Make us holy from the inside out. Amen.

Tithes and Offerings

Prayer of Thanksgiving:  Gracious God, you have given us joy through the gift of Jesus. We return these offerings with gratitude, asking that they be used to bless and uplift others. May our giving reflect the promise of hope and new beginnings. Amen.

Prayers of the People 

The Lord’s Prayer  UMH 895

Communion

“When We All Get to Heaven”  ​UMH 701

Benediction