JULY 5, 2026 - SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

ORGANIST - JAMES ROSS

Prelude - “Illumination” - Roger Wilson 

The Light of Christ Enters the Sanctuary 

Announcements 

 *Call to Worship 

Leader: We gather this day to worship! 

 People: But we bring with us heavy burdens which weigh us down. 

Leader: We gather this day to praise God! 

People: But our hearts ache inside of us and we feel we can go no further. 

Leader: Come all who are burdened and who feel weighed down. Come to Jesus. 

 People: Lord Jesus, take our burdens and heal our spirits. 

  *Praise Hymn “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” UMH #133 

 *Opening Prayer: 

We gather together this morning, O Lord, eager to feel your healing touch for our wonded spirits and weary souls. Flood our lives with your peace. We open our hearts to you this day. Be with us as we hear your words of inspiration and healing. Guide our hearts and spirits as we seek to extend your redeeming and reconciling love to others.  Amen. 

Responsive Reading – Psalm 46 UMH p. 780-1 

 “Gloria Patri” UMH #70 

 Scripture Reading 

Morning Message 

 Offering and *Doxology Offertory - “Quiet Alleluia” - David Paxton 

 Sharing of Joys and Concerns 

 Prayer Hymn “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” UMH #474 

 Prayers of the People 

Lord’s Prayer 

 *Closing Hymn: “God Will Take Care of You” UMH #130 

*Benediction 

Postlude - “Come, Come Ye Saints” - James Denton