Berwyn Presbyterian Church Sixth Sunday of Easter

Sunday, May 17, 2020 10:30 am

THE GATHERING Let all enter worship in a spirit of prayer.

Please remember to turn off your cell phones for worship.

Prelude “To You, O God, I Lift Up My Soul” Bob Hurd

Ringing of the Hour

Prelude “Come and Go with Me” Congregational praise song

Lighting of the Christ Candle

Welcome Rev. Laura Hollister

Call to Worship Godlove Mbah

Leader: O people, praise our God— The Artist of creation, the Lord of heaven and earth.

People: We worship our Maker with resounding praise! Leader: In God we live and move and have our being;

It is the Lord who gives us life and breath. People: God has kept us among the living and not let our feet slip. Leader: God formed all people to seek the Lord; indeed, our Creator is never far away.

All: Bless the Lord, who is faithful to us!

Hymn GG 718 “Take Up Your Cross, The Savior Said”

Call to Confession

Prayer of Confession (first pray silently, then in unison) “If you love me, you will keep my commandments,” you said. And, in the same breath, you promised an Advocate would come to us. You, Lord, were faithful to your promise. But we—we have broken your law of love. We have hoarded resources, rather than feeding your sheep. We have stoked competition, rather than kneeling at others’ feet. We have kept silent, rather than testifying to our belief.For not showing our love for you by loving one another, forgive us. Help us obey your commandments and keep us ever faithful to your Word by the power of your Spirit, who abides with and among us. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

Declaration of Forgiveness

The Peace Leader: The Peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you! People: And also with you.

(Please share the peace with a few neighbors.)

Welcome Song “You’re Welcome in the Name of the Lord” Trad’l CameroonianYou’re welcome in the name of the Lord, you’re welcome in the name of the Lord,For we see in you the glory of the Lord, you’re welcome in the name of the Lord.

We love you in the name of the Lord (repeat) THE WORD

Prayer for Illumination

Psalm 31:1–5, 15–16 Hear what the Lord is saying to the Church. Amen!

John 14:1–14 This is the word of the Lord! Thanks be to God!

Children’s Message

Acts 7:55–60 This is the word of the Lord! Thanks be to God!

Sermon A Price to Pay Rev. Laura Hollister

Hymn GG 838 “Standing on the Promises” (See next page for music)

Sharing of Prayer Concerns/Morning Prayer

The Lord’s Prayer (traditional)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 debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

Announcements

THE THANKSGIVING

Call for the Offering Rev. Laura Hollister

Prayer of Dedication

THE SENDING

Hymn GG 730 “I Sing a Song of the Saints of God” (See next page for music)

Congregational Response “Thank You, Lord” African-American spiritual

Thank You, Lord. Thank You, Lord. Thank You, Lord. I just want to thank You, Lord.

Postlude “Organ Fugue in E-flat Major” Johann Sebastian Bach

Thank you for joining our online service today. We are delighted for the opportunity to worship God with you. Please feel at home and join us again. Visitors are encouraged to drop us a line at our church website: https://berwynpresbyterianchurch.net, or to write to the church email address: berwyn.office@gmail.org. We would love to be in touch.

Leading Worship Today:Rev. Laura Hollister, Pastor Dr. Gabriel Ruiz-Bernal, Music Director Godlove Mbah, Worship AssociateZandra Brown, Choir Member, Soloist