Blessings
Good Morning!
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Sunday, May 3, 2026
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Prelude: "Lilly of the Valley"
Hymn, "Savior, Like A Shepherd Lead Us"
Offering and "Doxology"
Hymn, "He Leadeth Me"
Praise and Prayers
Responsive Scripture Hebrews 12:1-13
1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us,
2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. God Disciplines His Children
4 In your struggle against sin, you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.
5 And have you completely forgotten this word of encouragement that addresses you as a father addresses his son? It says, “My son, do not make light of the Lord’s discipline, and do not lose heart when he rebukes you,
6 because the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.”
7 Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?
8 If you are not disciplined—and everyone undergoes discipline—then you are not legitimate, not true sons and daughters at all.
9 Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of spirits and live!
10 They disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share in his holiness.
11 No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
12 Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees.
13 “Make level paths for your feet,” so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed
Hymn, "Precious Take My Hand, Precious Lord"
Special Music: "Meet Me in the Valley" by Tasha Layton
Sermon: "Valleys"
Hymn, "The Love of God"
Prayers
Mary Sherwood, sign book and sing , Lynn Handy, Mike Shipley, Rockport Barb Handy, caretaker, Don Shipley, Ellie Warren, job hunting, Lucy Roth, Beth’s friend, Talia Hirsch, surgery 5/14,
Zoe Hillier, Davie Warren, The passing of Glenda’s brother, Eryn Warren
Praises
Moyer’s grandson Jordan’s beautiful wedding, Birkby’s welcoming
Shelda and entourage, Barb’s visit with Sandy and Betty Booker,
Glenda’s grandchildren with her in the pews, P.Donna’s friend Jack
cutting an album, Lisa Phillips May Baskets, P.Donna’s parade
through Offut, Military, Zoe Hillier’s baby, lovely tea hosted by
P.Donna
Remember:
May 9th, Saturday, Mother’s Day Tea with children, at the church, 2pm
May10th, Sunday, the men will serve breakfast to the ladies at 9:00
Please check back table for sign-ups, And check what supply levels are low.
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Pastor Donna opened her home this week for a sweet time together at a tea party. We started the morning with a fun craft that Mary shared, which everyone really enjoyed. After that, we had a nice brunch and some delicious scones to finish it off. It was such a good time of visiting and fellowship. We missed those who were unable to attend and hope you can join us next time. Thank you Pastor Donna for having us!
Marcia is kindly sharing her spring craft, each of us made one, choosing our own colors and flowers.
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Old churches must not simply stand as monuments to the past but as spiritual grandparents that have invested in the future by passing on their life to others and releasing their offspring to form new congregations. ~ unknown
Today's Sunday Church Share...
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Percy's Tidbit
A simple gathering, a shared cup and grateful hearts-- that's where blessings grow.
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Have a great week
