Southminster Presbyterian Church
5th Sunday of Easter April 28, 2024
Order of Worship/Input 10:30 am Hybrid/Zoom Worship
Liturgical Color Today is White
*All who are able, please stand
Prelude Alberta Stith
Welcome Larry Bettis
Sharing the Peace of Christ
Leader: Jesus Christ is our peace. He has reconciled us to God in one body by the cross. We meet in his name and share his peace. The Peace of Christ be with you.
People: And also, with you.
Introit: “We Have Come Into This House” Small Ensemble
Call to Worship
Leader: Like spring breaking through winter’s power.
People: God’s resurrecting power breaks into our lives in surprising ways.
Leader: Like the vine that supports blossoms and fruit.
People: God’s word upholds the church in strength.
Leader: Let us worship God who makes all things new.
All: We will praise God who brings growth and renewal to all life.
THE GATHERING OF GOD’S PEOPLE
Hymn of Praise: “This Is My Song ” Page 340
Call to Confession: Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord, you are the vine and we are the branches. Your love is our strength. Your energy is our joy. Holy Spirit, you nourish our faith so that we can bear fruit in many ways. We gather to offer our worship and praise you as Holy God, Loving Son and Holy Spirit, ever Three and ever One.
Prayer of Confession: God of Love, we fail to love one another fully. Forgive us for ignoring to love and worship you, for ignoring the needs of others, and not following your ways. Forgive and humble us to live as your children. In humility and faith, we confess our sins:
Silent Confession
Assurance of Forgiveness: According to the Gospel of John, God is love, and that God’s perfect love casts out fear. Those who abide in love abide in God and God abides in them. Claim your hope in this Good News: God’s perfect love abides in you through Jesus Christ our Lord.
People: Thanks be to God, we are forgiven. Amen.
*Gloria Patri Page 581
A Time for Children
Anthem “Worship Christ, the Risen King” Small Ensemble
THE WORD FOR GOD’S PEOPLE
Prayer of Illumination: Holy Spirit, move in us and among us as we listen to the scriptures read and interpreted. Open our minds and hearts to receive the living word so that we may be transformed to live as your Easter people. Amen.
First Reading: Psalm 22:25-31 (New Revised Standard Version)
Hymn of Inspiration: “Rejoice, the Lord is King!” Page 363
Second Reading : John 15:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition)
Sermon: “Abide In Me” Elder LeQuan Turner, Pastor, M.Div,MA
Affirmation of Faith- Apostles Creed– (Responsive)
Do you believe in God?
We believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
Do you believe in Jesus Christ?
We believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended to the dead. On the third day He rose again; He ascended into heaven, He is seated at the right hand of the Father, and He will come to judge the living and the dead.
Do you believe in the Holy Spirit?
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY AND FELLOWSHIP
Invitation to Prayer Christian Women’s & Men’s Fellowship CWF/CMF
Sharing of Joys and Concerns
Prayers of the People and Lord’s Prayer (traditional) Page 464
Choral Response “Jesus, Remember Me” Small Ensemble
Invitation to the Offering Christian Women’s & Men’s Fellowship CWF/CMF
Offering
*Doxology Page 606
Prayer of Dedication: Generous God, we bless you for your gift of life renewed through Christ’s love. Bless the gifts we offer so they renew hope in the world you love, in the name of your greatest gift, Jesus Christ, out Risen Lord. Amen.
Announcements
Closing Hymn “God of the Ages, Whose Almighty Hand” Page 331
THE SENDING OF GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
Charge and Benediction
Choral Prayer “He Is Lord” Small Ensemble
Postlude Alberta Stith
SOUTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
7801 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Phone: 301-567-1510
E-mail address:Southminster@verizon.net
Webpage::www.Southminstermd.org
Pastor: Elder Le Quan Turner, M.Div.,MA
Choir Director: Gail Tyler
Organist: Alberta Stith
Administrative Assistant: Lori Weaver
Pulpit Assistant: Larry Bettis
WEEK: April 28, through May 4, 2024
TODAY 10:30 am WORSHIP SERVICE
MONDAY Church Office Closed
TUESDAY 8:30 – 1:00 pm Church Office Open
WEDNESDAY 8:30 – 1:00 pm Church Office Closed
10:00 – 11:30 Bible Study, led by Gwen Driggins
THURSDAY 8:30 – 1:00 pm Church Office Open
FRIDAY 8:30 – 1:00 pm Church Office Open
SATURDAY Church Office Closed
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WELCOME! We are blessed by your presence with us today. We give a special welcome to our visitors. Southminster is committed to growing in faith and being a blessing to our neighbors. We thank God for our diversity of race, theological views, and personal background. We invite you to visit with us during the fellowship time after worship and to worship with us again. If you have questions about our ministry, speak with a worship leader. Please send us your email and telephone number if you have questions about us and may want to join us in worship at some time. We offer you blessings in the name of the Lord. To join us for worship online each Sunday, you may join from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Please invite others. The link to church worship services can be found on the Church website at the following URL http://southminstermd.org/worship.
The bulletin can also be found on the church website.
Moderator. Elder LeQuan Turner, M.Div.,MA Session Elders – – Clerk of Session– Vacant. Class of 2025 – Rose Gregory; Grace Nguhmbi; Anna Tendongfack. Class of 2026– Julius Njabebuh; Kudi Njembu; Frida Fru. Class of 2027- Jennifer Driggins, Janis McGeehan, Theresia Njembu
Prayers: We continue to pray for our homebound members.
Pastor Turner’s Physical Office Hours for the week: Saturday May 4, 2024.
Hours: 9 am – 11:00 am. Please call the church office, (301) 567-1510) if you need to schedule a pastoral appointment.
One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS): This year marks 75 years of providing support to those in need around the world. Southminster will be collecting offerings for “One Great Hour of Sharing” (OGHS) starting now through April 30th. (Please make checks payable to Southminster and write “One Great Hour of Sharing” on your envelope and check. Be sure cash is in an envelope and marked with your name and “One Great Hour of Sharing” so that it goes to the correct fund.) Thank you very much for supporting this special offering!
Upcoming Events:
Oxon Hill Elementary Family Market
Volunteers are needed each month to sort and distribute food at Oxon Hill Elementary School. Teens can use this activity for Community Service Hours. Bring your paperwork for the coordinator to sign. Contact Janis McGeehan if you would like to help.
From 2-4:00 pm sort and set-up
From 4-5:00 pm assist with distribution
Dates: ( May 21, June 11)
Vanette Graham’s Memorial Service will be May 13, 2024, 11:00 am, Riderwood Chapel, 3110 Gracefield Road, Silver Spring, MD.
Repast at Riderwood Senior Living Community, Silver Spring, MD, 12:00 pm.
Please contact Lori Weaver at Southminster, (301) 567-1510 to make the headcount.
Sunday, May 19th Pentecost Sunday, Wearing of Red
Sunday, May 26th American Flag in Sanctuary in honor of Memorial Day
Higher Education Fund
It’s that time of year again when we collect funds to finance our “Higher Education Fund.” Our goal is to raise at least $3,000.00. We will be collecting funds through May. Please make your checks payable to “ Southminster Presbyterian Church” and note on the memo section that it is for the “Higher Education Fund.”
Flower Fund needs replenishment. Please see Nurture Division.
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