WELCOME TO WORSHIP
ASCENSION SUNDAY • MAY 17, 2026 • 11:00AM • CONFIRMATION
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS The prelude signifies the beginning of worship. You are invited to be in a spirit of prayer and meditation. Please silence all mobile communication devices.
PRELUDE
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 - I. Zart und mit Ausdruck — Robert Schumann
GREETING INTROIT
The Heavens Are Telling (from Creation) — Franz Joseph Haydn The heavens are telling the glory of God. The wonder of his work displays the firmament.
CALL TO WORSHIP
We are called to bring a new understanding of God: that God so loves the world. We are the salt of the earth. We are called to bring a new hope in God: that God gives us new life. We are the light of the world. We are called to follow the commandments and the law. The Law of God is to love God and to love one another. Come, let us be the salt of the earth, the light of the world. Let us join together in our love of God as we worship and follow Jesus.
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HYMN OF PROCESSION
#155 All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name — DIADEM
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
After each prayer, the leader may conclude: Lord, in your mercy. All may respond: Hear our prayer.
THE LORD'S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. (Children, kindergartners through third grade, are invited to exit the Sanctuary for Children’s Worship. Children will return to reserved pews in the Sanctuary at the close of worship.)
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Please stand as you are able.