Welcome
Call to Worship:
L: We gather together,
All: Empowered by the Risen Christ,
L: To worship and encounter the Holy One.
All: We trust that the infinite love of God
L: Will move us beyond our places of doubt and fear.
All: And into a world where our witness points to the Good News.
Song – You Are Worthy – TFWS 2063
Raquel Mora Martinez
You are worthy, God almighty, praise and honor to you belong.
You are worthy, God almighty, praise and honor to you belong.
King all glorious, all victorious, praise and honor are yours alone.
King all glorious, all victorious, praise and honor are yours alone.
Prayer:
(All) Come, Holy Spirit, come. We rejoice that you are constantly yearning to be in a deeper relationship with us. May those who come with doubts, encounter you in profound ways. May those who come with faithful confidence, encounter you in profound ways. And may we all be empowered to bear witness to the light of the world. Amen
Scripture Reading – Matthew 28:16-20
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshiped him, but they doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Song – There’s Something About That Name – UMH 171
Gloria Gaither and William J. Gaither
Jesus, Jesus, Jesus! There’s something about that name!
Master, Savior, Jesus! Like the fragrance after the rain.
Jesus, Jesus, Jesus! Let all heaven and earth proclaim:
Kings and kingdoms will all pass away, but there’s something about that name!
Message – Be a Witness – Pastor Gayle
Responding to the Word with our gifts, prayers, witness, presence and service
We are not only witnesses to the power of God when we see how God sustains us, but also when we give, by faith, what has been given to us without fear that something will be missing in the future. God’s infinite grace will take us to high places to experience eternal glory. Lord, we deliver the best we have to you!
Offering Prayer:
(All) Eternal Creator, we want to climb to high places and experience your glory. Empower us to be your witnesses and go out to make more witnesses. Please Lord, lead the way. We give you our heart, our will and these offerings, trusting that they will supply for your mission and works. In your name we pray, Jesus. Amen.
Prayers of Intercession
Song – I Love to Tell the Story – UMH 156
Katherine Hankey and William C. Fischer
I love to tell the story of unseen things above,
of Jesus and his glory, of Jesus and his love.
I love to tell the story, because I know ‘tis true;
it satisfies my longings as nothing else can do.
Refrain:
I love to tell the story, ‘twill be my theme in glory,
to tell the old, old story of Jesus and his love.
I love to tell the story; more wonderful it seems
than all the golden fancies of all our golden dreams.
I love to tell the story, it did so much for me;
and that is just the reason I tell it now to thee.
Refrain
I love to tell the story, ‘tis pleasant to repeat what seems,
each time I tell it, more wonderfully sweet.
I love to tell the story, for some have never heard
the message of salvation from God’s own holy Word.
Refrain
Benediction:
Jesus said, “Go and be my witnesses.” As you have encountered the Risen Christ and his grace and power to renew and reconcile, share the good news of his boundary less love.
Announcements
Please keep in prayer: Eunice Bonner, Donna and Roshier Bailey, Tom Fabricus, Mary Jane Fizer, Deirdre and John, Louise and Mark Young, Marian Benson, Ellen Kuvasko, Al Firth, Margaret Franklin, Willis family, Bagby family, Debbie, Lilli, Ollie, Linda, Chrissie, Toye, Wenona, people living with cancer, battling addictions, struggling with life changes, seeking the Lord. The ministry and vision of Cokesbury.
Learn
Bible Study Wednesday at 7pm on Zoom and in-person. “Holy Spirit: Here and Now” by Trevor Hudson. Contact Pastor Gayle for Zoom link.
Devotion
The Cokesbury UMC Prayer Group meets weekly Mondays at 6pm on Zoom – all are invited to join and participate! Please send or share all prayer concerns with Pastor Gayle so we may give each concern prayerful attention.
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Service of Prayer for Healing May 29th during morning worship.
Serve
Welcome Table (Messy Church) today at 11:30am. See sign-up for food.
A.C.T.S Food Pantry:
Canned Vegetables, especially peas, 15 oz size, Low sodium canned vegetables, Snack items, individually packed, Pop-top canned prepared meals suitable for our homeless clients, Single serve prepared food suitable for our homeless clients, Laundry Detergent, Dish Detergent, Cleaning Supplies in general, Toiletries and Personal Hygiene Items, Size 4T pull-ups, Size 6 diapers.
Griefshare is a biblical, Christ-centered grief support group ministry. Griefshare helps group members apply biblical principles to the healing process after the death of a loved one. Through videos and workbooks participants see how the gospel brings hope and restoration. Plans are being made to form a group here at Cokesbury. If you are interested in participating or facilitating a group, please contact Pastor Gayle at cokesburyumc@gmail.com.
Ushers for Sunday worship. Please call Gordon Freeman at 703-680-4629 for information and to volunteer.
The entrance doors at the office and narthex have been re-keyed. Any questions may be directed to Pastor Gayle.
Kits for Conference. Cokesbury is assembling hygiene kits for conference. Please pick up a zip lock bag in the narthex for instructions. The completed bags need to be returned by June 12th.
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We are cleaning out the classrooms. Many of the items stored there must find a new home. Contact Bel Henshaw for more information.