Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Fleetwood, PA

Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Fleetwood, PA Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Youth Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Nursery provided

Fleetwood Emmanuel United Methodist Church is a community of faith that offers many opportunities for worship, education, spiritual growth and fellowship for all ages.

06/14/2026

Unifying Theme: Hang on to God’s promises, even if you have to hang on for dear life.
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements
~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- David DeTurk
The God of ages past and days to come is here,
inviting us to worship and praise.
The God of promises and challenges is with us,
calling us to faithful service.
The God of boundless love is with us,
making every one of God’s promises possible.

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “Marching to Zion”
- Pg. 733

Words of Assurance: (Genesis 18, Psalm 116)
~ Brad Hamilton
God listens closely to the deepest yearnings of our hearts. God is listening now. God has heard the cry of your heart, and will be steadfast in love and grace to answer our every need.

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
We love you, O God, and we yearn to rest in your steadfast love. When we are restless, calm our spirits with your Holy Spirit. When we are lost, guide us back to you. When we are threatened, be our protective shepherd. We can’t go this alone, O God. Be with us, and remind us that you are with us. Help us to believe, even where we have not seen, that your loving promises may bless our lives and guide our steps. In faith and trust, we pray. Amen.

First Scripture Reading: Romans 8:18-30
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 158 (NT)

*Hymn of Grace: “My Lord, What a Morning”
- Pg. 719

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing.
~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: Isaiah 40:28-31
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 668 (OT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit –

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “On Jordan’s Stormy Banks I Stand” - Pg. 724

Sermon: “Why?” ~ Brad Hamilton
Sermon Scripture: Job 23:10 - Pg. 471 (OT)

*Closing Hymn: “On Eagle’s Wings”
~ Sing Twice ~ Pg. 143
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Responsive ~ Brad Hamilton
As children of God’s promises,
we go forth to fulfill God’s promises to the world.
Having received peace through Christ Jesus,
we go forth to bring peace to the world.

*Postlude


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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Mr. Dick Tracy, in Memory of Their Wedding Anniversary ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.

This week at Emmanuel –
Tues – 6:30 p.m. – Administrative Board Meeting
Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski Missionaries serving all around the world.

06/07/2026

Unifying Theme: You are a blessing simply because you are God’s beloved child.
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements
~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- Julie Knabb
Shout with joy,
for God has blessed us.
Sing with praise,
for God is here.
Worship and pray,
for God is listening.

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “There’s Within My Heart a Melody” - Pg. 380

Words of Assurance: (Psalm 33, Matthew 9)
~ Brad Hamilton
Christ’s love is faithful and true. God’s blessings are sure. Be encouraged, dear friends, your faith has made you well.

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
Blessed God, thank you for blessing us in your myriad of ways. Thank you for trusting us to be your people, to shine with your love, and to work for your justice. In this time of worship, guide and strengthen us, that we may go forth to bless your world fully and abundantly. In your blessed name, we pray. Amen.

First Scripture Reading: Psalm 40:1-5
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 513 (OT)

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing. ~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: Ephesians 5:15-20
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 194 (NT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit -

*Affirmation of Faith - Pg. 883

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” - Pg. 57

Sermon: “Sing Spiritually” ~ Brad Hamilton
Sermon Scripture: Psalm 40:3 - Pg. 513 (OT)

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
Prayer of Confession before Communion:
~ In Unison~
Pour out your Holy Spirit on us, that we may be blessed beyond measure to bless others beyond measure. Pour out your Holy Spirit on these gifts of bread and wine, that they may be for us the life and love of Christ Jesus, blessing us with strength for the journey and with mercy and grace for ourselves and others. Make us one with you through the power of your Holy Spirit, and one with each other. Bless us to be blessings in ministry to all the world. Amen.

You are now invited, if desired, to come to the Communion Rail to share in Communion.
We will be sharing communion together with the wafer/cups provided.

Breaking of the Bread and Offering of the Cup: (Pg. 14) ~ Brad Hamilton
Mystery of Faith: Christ has died, Christ has risen, Christ will come again.

The Sharing of Holy Communion Together

Hymn Sing
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Responsive ~ Brad Hamilton
God’s promise is sure.
We are blessed beyond measure.
Christ’s call is true.
We go forth to be blessings of love for the world.

*Postlude

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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Mr. & Mrs. Roger Barr, in Memory of her Grandparents ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.

This week at Emmanuel –
- Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!
- Wed – 6:30 p.m. – Trustees’ Meeting

Reminders to mark on your Calendar:
June 16th – Administrative Board Meeting

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski
Missionaries serving all around the world.

05/31/2026

Unifying Theme: “Remember, I am with you always to the end of the age.”
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements ~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- Naomi DeTurk
On this Trinity Sunday, we come to praise the Triune God – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit!
We praise God who creates, redeems, and sustains all creation!
We come to wade into the depths of this divine mystery of God, the One-in-Three and Three-in-One.
We seek an ever-deepening faith in God who creates, redeems, and sustains all creation.
Come, let us worship the Triune God – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit!
Come, let us worship the Triune God who creates, redeems, and sustains all creation.

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “Maker, In Whom We Live” - Pg. 88

Words of Assurance: (Matthew 28:20b)
~ Brad Hamilton
Jesus said: “Remember, I am with you always to the end of the age.”

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
Holy God, you have given us grace, by the confession of faith of your holy church, to acknowledge the mystery of the eternal Trinity and, in the power of your divine majesty, to worship the Unity. Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see in your eternal glory One God, now and forever. Amen.

First Scripture Reading: Romans 8:12-17
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 158 (NT)

*Hymn of Grace: “Come, Thou Almighty King”
- Pg. 61

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing.
~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: John 3:1-17
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 93 (NT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit –

*Nicene Creed ~ Affirmation of Faith - Pg. 880

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “A Charge to Keep I Have” - Pg. 413

Sermon: “Trinity Sunday” ~ Brad Hamilton
Sermon Scripture: Mark 1:12-13 - Pg. 35 (NT)

*Closing Hymn: “Holy, Holy, Holy” - Pg. 64
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Brad Hamilton
Go forth with God’s Spirit, eternally present, even before the first instant of creation. Go forth with Christ, present with us to the end of the age. Go forth with God, joining God’s creativity in wonder and awe. Amen.

*Postlude


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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Mrs. Kim Pope, in Memory of Her Godson, Benjamin ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.
- Noisy Can Offering to benefit our building maintenance fund. Thank you!

This week at Emmanuel –
Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!

Reminders to mark on your Calendar:
June 10th – Trustees’ Meeting

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski
Missionaries serving all around the world.

05/24/2026

Unifying Theme: We wait for your Spirit, O God. Stretch our imaginations that we may see your presence in every person.
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements
~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- Dick Tracy
Sing to the Lord!
Let us sing to the Lord as long as we live!
God formed all that is: oceans and rivers, hills and mountains.
Praise God who makes!
God created all that is: animals and birds, fish and people.
Praise God who creates!
When God’s hand opens, all are filled.
Praise God who nourishes!
Let all that we are praise God.
Praise God, now and forevermore!

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “America, the Beautiful” - Pg. 696

Words of Assurance: ~ Brad Hamilton
Rivers of living water flow out from Jesus, blessing each one of us with new life.

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
Holy Spirit, power of God, come and fill us with your strength. May your Spirit touch each of us. Gather us with our different gifts into one community. Give us eyes to see your work. May the winds of the Spirit blow away our fears, and fill us with power. Open our hearts, that we may welcome everyone. Amen.

First Scripture Reading: Psalm 116:1-16
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 564 (OT)

*Hymn of Grace: “Every Time I Feel the Spirit”
- Pg. 404

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing.
~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: John 11:17-26
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 105 (NT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit -

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “Abide With Me”
- Pg. 700

Sermon: “Memorial Day” ~ Brad Hamilton
Sermon Scripture: John 15:13 - Pg. 109 (NT)

*Closing Hymn: “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” - Pg. 717
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Brad Hamilton
May the flames Spirit rest upon each of you, blessing you with gifts of wisdom and compassion. May the power Spirit support you, opening your hearts to see God in every person. Go forth to proclaim that good news: God welcomes everyone!

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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Mr. & Mrs. Ron Frey, in Honor of Their Wedding Anniversary ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.

This week at Emmanuel –
- Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski
Missionaries serving all around the world.

05/17/2026

Unifying Theme: The ascension of Christ forces us to contemplate powers of the Spirit that our minds cannot comprehend. But what the mind struggles to understand, the soul receives with joy.
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements
~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- Roger Barr
Look to the heavens, people of God.
See the power of the Most High God.
Christ ascends to heaven in glory.
Shout to God with cries of joy.
Clap your hand, children of Love incarnate.
Sing praises to God, our king.

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” - Pg. 154

Words of Assurance: (Acts 1, Ephesians 1, Luke 24) ~ Brad Hamilton
Wait in patience for God’s Spirit. Wait in longing for the hope to which we are called. God will fill us with Christ’s glorious Spirit and clothe us with power on high.

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
God, Most High, as Christ ascended into the heavens, may our hearts ascend to you. Open our eyes to the power of your Spirit, and open our lives to the fullness of your power, that we may be clothed with power on high. Help us wait patiently for the baptism of your Spirit, that we may be found worthy of your great gifts. Amen.

First Scripture Reading: Luke 24:44-53
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 91 (NT)

*Hymn of Grace: “His Name is Wonderful”
- Pg. 174

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing.
~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: John 16:1-11
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 110 (NT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit -

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise” - Pg. 312

Sermon: “Ascension Day” ~ Brad Hamilton
Sermon Scripture: Acts 1:9-11 - Pg. 118 (NT)

*Closing Hymn: “Jesus Shall Reign” - Pg. 157
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Responsive ~ Brad Hamilton
Lift your eyes to the heavens.
We lift them to the one who ascended in glory.
Trust the power of God’s Holy Spirit.
We embrace the one who clothes us with power.
Go as witnesses of the risen Lord.
We celebrate the one who brings us eternal life.

*Postlude

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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Mr. & Mrs. David DeTurk, in Honor of Catie’s Birthday ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.

This week at Emmanuel –
-Tues – 6:30 p.m. – Administrative Board Meeting
- Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski
Missionaries serving all around the world.

05/10/2026

Unifying Theme: Through fire and testing, God brings us to a place of blessing and promise. The Holy Spirit leads us onto the great path of love.
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements
~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- Naomi DeTurk
Gather us in, O God.
Amidst fire and storm, make us whole.
Bring us into your presence, Holy One.
From suffering and pain, save us.
Shelter us in your loving arms, Precious Lord.
On the highways of life, guide us.
Make us your disciples, Great Spirit.
As we worship this day, lead us home.

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “For the Beauty of the Earth” - Pg. 92

Words of Assurance: (Psalm 66)
~ Brad Hamilton
Even when we are tested by the refiner’s fire, God bring us to a place of laughter and light on the other side of our trials. The Advocate meets us in our suffering and heals us in holy love.

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
Lord, today, we pray for mothers everywhere. Bless moms who are expecting a baby. Calm their fears and keep their new little life safe. Bless mothers who have babies and toddlers and are in a busy season. Give strength to moms of little ones. They need it, Lord. Bless mothers who have busy school-aged children. Gift them with an extra measure of wisdom to answer questions, model maturity, and mold young hearts. Bless mothers of adult children that they would savor the joy of friendship with their child. Bless single mothers with the strength to fulfill many roles. Provide them supportive people in their lives. Bless grandmothers who have the double blessing of being both mother and grandmother. We pray peace for mothers who have lost a child and for women who are grieving because of infertility. Thank you for our mothers. They gave us life and for the gift we are forever grateful. We pray for mothers everywhere. In Jesus’s name, Amen.

First Scripture Reading: Proverbs 31:25-31
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 614 (OT)

*Hymn of Grace: “Hymn of Promise” - Pg. 707

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing.
~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: John 19:23-27
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 114 (NT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit -

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “In the Garden”
- Pg. 314

Sermon: “Happy Mother’s Day!”
~ Brad Hamilton
Sermon Scripture: Exodus 20:12 - Pg. 66 (OT)

*Closing Hymn: “Of All the Spirit’s Gifts to Me”
- Pg. 336
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Brad Hamilton
Go now to love and serve God in the blessing of the Spirit who journeys with you as we live the unfolding story of God’s dream for creation here and now. Amen.

*Postlude


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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Mrs. Kim Pope, in Memory of her Mother, Gladys Madeira ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.

This week at Emmanuel –
Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!
Wed – 6:30 p.m. – Trustees’ Meeting

Reminders to mark on your Calendar:
May 19th – Administrative Board Meeting

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski
Missionaries serving all around the world.

05/04/2026

📢 YARD SALE ALERT! 🛍️

Join us for a fantastic Yard Sale on Saturday, May 9th from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM at
Emmanuel United Methodist Church
📍 26 W. Washington St, Fleetwood, PA

✨ We’ve got something for everyone! Come browse a wide variety of items, including:

Clothing
Shoes
Household items
Kitchenware
Linens
Baby items
Toys
And much more!

💰 Great deals, friendly faces, and plenty of treasures waiting to be found!

📍 Stop by, bring a friend, and don’t miss out!

05/03/2026

Unifying Theme: For as in one body we have many members and not all the members have the same function, so we are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another.
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements
~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- Julie Knabb
Welcome, neighbors and followers of Christ. Come and hear the call to worship.
We are called into fellowship, worship, and service, called to celebrate and share the good news of God’s love.
Come and be renewed. Find overflowing joy.
Let the abundant joy of our worship spill over into our communities.
Grow your compassion as you receive the Word proclaimed.
Let our compassion and love increase among us.
Let our hearts and minds be open to hearing the call of discipleship, the call to serve God in heart, body, and mind.
Let us worship today in heart, body, and mind. Let us be transformed by the good news of God’s love! Amen.

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service” - Pg. 581

Words of Assurance: ~ Brad Hamilton
Jesus blessed the peacemakers and called them “children of God.” When we share peace on this planet, we are doing the work of God. We are God’s hands and feet of peace. We will be sure to share the peace of Christ with your neighbors, family, and friends. May the peace of Christ be with you.

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
Loving God, you call us to a life of service, generosity, and sharing resources. In Jesus, you remind us that the harvest is plenty, but the laborers are few. You promise to make us fishers of people.
You call us to feed, clothe, and visit one another in prison. When we stray from community, when we face tough obstacles, when our independence turns into loneliness, you remind us we need each other. You remind us we were made to be Christ to each other. As we gather today in worship and celebrate those who have given their time, abilities, and presence to serve our community, inspire us to press further into service. Call us into generosity of spirit, so that we might see what happens when your people serve alongside one another to bring love and justice to the earth. Amen.

First Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:14-20 ~ Lay Reader – Pg. 174 (NT)

*Hymn of Grace: “Many Gifts, One Spirit”
- Pg. 114

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing.
~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: Matthew 25:24-30
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 29 (NT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit –
*Apostle’s Creed: Affirmation of Faith - Pg. 881

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “Take My Life, and Let It Be” - Pg. 399

Sermon: “You are the Church” ~ Brad Hamilton
Sermon Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 - Pg. 235 (NT)

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
Prayer of Confession before Communion:
~ In Unison~
O Lord, Our Strength and Redeemer, we thank you for the example of Jesus, who perfectly followed your will, even unto death on a cross. As we partake in this communion, we are reminded of His obedience and His love for you and for us. We desire to follow your will for our lives too, Father. But we confess, Lord, that sometimes your path is hard, and we feel weak. Sometimes we don’t know which way to go or we are afraid of what you might ask of us. We pray for the strength and courage to say “yes” to you, just as Jesus did. Fill us with your Holy Spirit, and give us wisdom to understand your plans. Help us to put aside our own selfish desires and to seek your kingdom first. Give us the power to overcome temptations and to stand firm in our faith, no matter what challenges come our way. In Jesus’s name, Amen.

You are now invited, if desired, to come to the Communion Rail to share in Communion.
We will be sharing communion together with the wafer/cups provided.

Breaking of the Bread and Offering of the Cup: (Pg. 14) ~ Brad Hamilton
Mystery of Faith: Christ has died, Christ has risen, Christ will come again.

The Sharing of Holy Communion Together

*Closing Hymn: “We Are The Church” - Pg. 558
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Brad Hamilton
Go forth in gratitude and restoration, to serve and be served, and to love and be loved, for we need each other to be the body of Christ, and we cannot do this alone. May you see the fruit of your gifts as your neighbor flourishes. Amen.

*Postlude

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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Mr. & Mrs. Roger Barr, in Honor of Their Wedding Anniversary ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.
- Volunteer Appreciation Lunch following the service

This week at Emmanuel –
- Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!

Reminders to mark on your Calendar:
- May 13th – Trustees’ Meeting
- May 19th – Administrative Board Meeting

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski Missionaries serving all around the world.

04/26/2026

Unifying Theme: Listen, our shepherd is calling us by name.
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GATHERING TO WORSHIP
~ Prelude ~ The Light of Christ Comes to Us ~ Ringing of the Bell ~
~ Silent Meditation in Preparation for Worship ~

Words of Welcome and Announcements
~ Brad Hamilton
~ May the peace of Christ fill you with the joy of God’s word. ~

Call to Worship: ~ Responsive
~ Lay Reader- David DeTurk
Do you need a guide?
The Lord is our shepherd.
Do you need a path to new life?
The Lord is our gate.
Do you need rest?
The Lord restores our souls.
Come, let us worship.

*Opening Hymn of Praise: “Now the Green Blade Riseth” - Pg. 311

Words of Assurance: (Psalm 23)
~ Brad Hamilton
The Good Shepherd anoints our heads with oil, nourishes us with living waters, delivers us from evil, and watches over us day and night. Because of our Shepherd, we shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Congregational Prayer: ~ In Unison ~
Loving Shepherd, even when we stray, we long to be gathered to your side. Even when we strive to find our own way, we yearn to return to your fold and rest secure in your gentle arms. Even when we bleat our resistance, we seek your guidance and direction in our lives. Be our gate, our way to safe havens, where we can always find our way home and dwell secure in your love.

First Scripture Reading: 2 Samuel 12:1-7
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 285 (OT)

*Hymn of Grace:“My Tribute” - Pg. 99
~ Sing Twice ~

Prayer Request, Concerns, and faith sharing.
~ Brad Hamilton
Pastoral Prayer, Meditation and The Lord’s Prayer

Second Scripture Reading: Amos 5:21-27
~ Lay Reader – Pg. 854 (OT)

Collection of Tithes and Offerings
- The offering plate is placed in the Narthex, please place offerings in the plate as you enter or exit -

*Hymn of Witness and Praise: “Open My Eyes, That I May See” - Pg. 454

Sermon: “Do You Have Guilt?” ~ Brad Hamilton Sermon Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:10 - Pg. 182 (NT)

*Closing Hymn: “Maker, in Whom We Live”
- Pg. 88
~ The Light of Christ goes out to the World ~

*Pastoral Sending Forth and Benediction:
~ Responsive ~ Brad Hamilton
The Lord is our shepherd.
We shall not want.
In pastures green, we rest secure.
By still waters, we rest secure.
Go with the blessings of our shepherd.

*Postlude

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At Emmanuel UMC let us enter to Worship, and depart to serve, all members ministers.
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~ Altar Flowers this morning are given for the Glory of God, by Herman and Peggy deHaan, in Honor of Katie and Brian’s First Anniversary ~

Today at Emmanuel –
- Worship at 10:00 a.m.
- Noisy Can Offering to benefit our building maintenance fund. Thank you!

This week at Emmanuel –
- Wed – 10:00 a.m. – Weekly Bible Study. All are welcome!

Reminders to mark on your Calendar:
-May 3rd – Volunteer Appreciation Sunday

Please continue placing items and donations for the Free Little Community Pantry in Fleetwood downstairs. Thank you for all you have given so far towards this mission!

†Please remember in prayer this week…
Nancy O’Rourke Carole Sanders Dick Tracy Nancy Kiesling Barry Knabb
Tyler McCulloch Darlene Gorski
Missionaries serving all around the world.

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26 W Washington Street
Fleetwood, PA
19522

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