April 26, 2026

APRIL 26, 2026
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER - GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY
REV. KENDRA BALLIET
ORGANIST JIM ROSS

 Prelude

The Light of Christ Enters the Sanctuary

Announcements - Armendia Dixon, Lector

*Call to Worship
Leader: The gate stands open, ready for us to travel onward.
People: But we are stubborn and fear to enter the gateway.
Leader: Listen for the voice of the true Shepherd.
People: His voice will we hear and obey.
Leader: Hallellujah!
People: Hallelujah!

*Praise Hymn “Savior Like a Shepherd” #139

*Unison Prayer:
We are standing at the gate, O Loving Shepherd, not sure about the journey. But you have called our names, and in your voice we hear such love and surety. Bring us safely on the journey and strengthen us that we may serve you in all that we do. AMEN.

*Affirmation of Faith – “Apostles’ Creed” #881 “Gloria Patri”

Children’s Chat

Scripture Reading – John 10:1-10
Morning Message – The Sheep and the Shepherd

Offering and *Doxology

Sharing of Joys and Concerns

Prayer Hymn “Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling” #348

Time of Prayer and Healing with Lord’s Prayer
Our altar is always open for prayer and anointing.

*Closing Hymn “Where He Leads Me” #338

*Benediction 

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