Fourth Sunday Of Easter
Worship
Lectionary Worship Aids
Series VI, Cycle C
Theme: Peter Heals Dorcas
Call To Worship
Leader: The Lord gives us new strength.
People: He guides me in the right paths as he has promised.
Leader: Even if I go through the deepest darkness, I will not be afraid Lord.
People: You are with me. Your shepherd's rod and staff protect me.
Leader: I know that the Lord's goodness and love will be with us all our life.
People: And God's house will be our home as long as we live. Amen.
Collect
Lord, you are the Good Shepherd, and you provide for all our needs. You welcome us as honored guests, and fill our cups to the brim. Praise be to you, O Lord, as with thankful hearts we seek your guidance in the right paths. Amen.
Prayer Of Confession
All we like sheep have gone astray, Lord; have mercy upon us. Help us to heed your call as you seek us out, that we may return to your fold. In the name of the Good Shepherd, we pray, even Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Offertory Prayer
Lord, we know that we are not the only sheep in your care, and that you have other sheep who are not of this flock. May these gifts we bring be used to further the unity of all those who follow you regardless of their nationality. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen.
Hymns
"When Jesus The Healer Passed Through Galilee"
"O Christ, The Healer"
"Spirit Of Faith, Come Down"
Fourth Sunday Of Easter
Second Lesson: Revelation 7:9-17
Theme: God Will Wipe Away Our Tears
Call To Worship
Leader: Lift up your hearts.
People: We lift them up unto the Lord.
Leader: Let us worship and give thanks to him.
People: He is the way, the truth, and the life, both now and forever. Amen.
Collect
O Lamb of God, our Shepherd, guide us in all that we do, that we may so live our lives on earth that we may enter into your heavenly home where every tear will be wiped away. In all our trials and sorrows in this life may we find the comfort of your Holy Spirit who can make all things work together for good for those who love you. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Prayer Of Confession
Salvation belongs to you, O God, and to your Son Jesus Christ. Forgive our sins, we pray, that together with your disciples from every nation, tribe, race, and language we may glorify your name as we work to further your kingdom. Amen.
Offertory Prayer
O Lord, accept these gifts and our commitment that as your Body on earth we may do the work of Christ to bring all people into the fold of the Good Shepherd, even Jesus Christ. Amen.
Hymns
"If Thou But Suffer God To Guide Thee"
"Precious Lord, Take My Hand"
"Thou Hidden Source Of Calm Repose"
Fourth Sunday Of Easter
Gospel Lesson: John 10:22-30
Theme: The Father And Son Are One
Call To Worship
Leader: Lord, open our hearts and minds to hear again the message of salvation.
People: God sent his Son into the world, that the world might be saved through him.
Leader: Lord, tell us right out: Are you the long-awaited Messiah?
People: Jesus said: "The deeds I do by my Father's authority speak for themselves. The Father and I are one."
All: Praise be to God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Collect
Lord God, we are your sheep, part of your flock. We know your voice and we follow you. We give you thanks and praise for the promise of eternal life with you. Bless this time of worship, and may it draw us closer to you, our Redeemer. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Prayer Of Confession
Sometimes, Lord, we feel that we are beyond your care, and that we must face the demands of every day on our own. May your Holy Spirit speak to us in times of doubt, strengthen our faith, and give us the assurance we need that we are not alone, for you are with us always. Amen.
Offertory Prayer
O Lord, our Shepherd, you have provided for all our needs. You have led us in the right paths and given us new strength. We offer our gifts of thanksgiving that they may be used to bring others into your fold so they, too, may share in your many blessings. Amen.
Hymns
"God Is Here"
"Stand Up And Bless The Lord"
"O God In Heaven"
Call To Worship
Leader: The Lord gives us new strength.
People: He guides me in the right paths as he has promised.
Leader: Even if I go through the deepest darkness, I will not be afraid Lord.
People: You are with me. Your shepherd's rod and staff protect me.
Leader: I know that the Lord's goodness and love will be with us all our life.
People: And God's house will be our home as long as we live. Amen.
Collect
Lord, you are the Good Shepherd, and you provide for all our needs. You welcome us as honored guests, and fill our cups to the brim. Praise be to you, O Lord, as with thankful hearts we seek your guidance in the right paths. Amen.
Prayer Of Confession
All we like sheep have gone astray, Lord; have mercy upon us. Help us to heed your call as you seek us out, that we may return to your fold. In the name of the Good Shepherd, we pray, even Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Offertory Prayer
Lord, we know that we are not the only sheep in your care, and that you have other sheep who are not of this flock. May these gifts we bring be used to further the unity of all those who follow you regardless of their nationality. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen.
Hymns
"When Jesus The Healer Passed Through Galilee"
"O Christ, The Healer"
"Spirit Of Faith, Come Down"
Fourth Sunday Of Easter
Second Lesson: Revelation 7:9-17
Theme: God Will Wipe Away Our Tears
Call To Worship
Leader: Lift up your hearts.
People: We lift them up unto the Lord.
Leader: Let us worship and give thanks to him.
People: He is the way, the truth, and the life, both now and forever. Amen.
Collect
O Lamb of God, our Shepherd, guide us in all that we do, that we may so live our lives on earth that we may enter into your heavenly home where every tear will be wiped away. In all our trials and sorrows in this life may we find the comfort of your Holy Spirit who can make all things work together for good for those who love you. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Prayer Of Confession
Salvation belongs to you, O God, and to your Son Jesus Christ. Forgive our sins, we pray, that together with your disciples from every nation, tribe, race, and language we may glorify your name as we work to further your kingdom. Amen.
Offertory Prayer
O Lord, accept these gifts and our commitment that as your Body on earth we may do the work of Christ to bring all people into the fold of the Good Shepherd, even Jesus Christ. Amen.
Hymns
"If Thou But Suffer God To Guide Thee"
"Precious Lord, Take My Hand"
"Thou Hidden Source Of Calm Repose"
Fourth Sunday Of Easter
Gospel Lesson: John 10:22-30
Theme: The Father And Son Are One
Call To Worship
Leader: Lord, open our hearts and minds to hear again the message of salvation.
People: God sent his Son into the world, that the world might be saved through him.
Leader: Lord, tell us right out: Are you the long-awaited Messiah?
People: Jesus said: "The deeds I do by my Father's authority speak for themselves. The Father and I are one."
All: Praise be to God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Collect
Lord God, we are your sheep, part of your flock. We know your voice and we follow you. We give you thanks and praise for the promise of eternal life with you. Bless this time of worship, and may it draw us closer to you, our Redeemer. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Prayer Of Confession
Sometimes, Lord, we feel that we are beyond your care, and that we must face the demands of every day on our own. May your Holy Spirit speak to us in times of doubt, strengthen our faith, and give us the assurance we need that we are not alone, for you are with us always. Amen.
Offertory Prayer
O Lord, our Shepherd, you have provided for all our needs. You have led us in the right paths and given us new strength. We offer our gifts of thanksgiving that they may be used to bring others into your fold so they, too, may share in your many blessings. Amen.
Hymns
"God Is Here"
"Stand Up And Bless The Lord"
"O God In Heaven"
