06/14/2026
GATHERING FOR WORSHIP
PRELUDE
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CALL TO WORSHIP Inspired by Psalm 89 (KFR, 2020)
One: I will sing of your steadfast love, O Lord, forever.
ALL: With my mouth, I will declare your faithfulness to this generation and all generations.
One: Your steadfast love is established forever.
ALL: Your faithfulness as firm as the strongest oak, as strong as the heavens themselves.
One: You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, my servant David”
ALL: Following you, we have established our own covenant with you and each other, to affirm the lives of our transgender, bisexual, le***an, and gay siblings, to invite them into the full life and ministry of your Church, our church.
One: For you are the glory of their strength, of our strength
ALL: By your favor, our burdens are lifted. For your steadfast love endures all things.
INVOCATION
God, your child Jesus taught us to welcome each other, but welcome often seems too little in this world.
Welcome, without affirmation, becomes an empty promise, Devoid of the lesson that to truly welcome each other means to see the face of God in each other. We commit to affirm all le***an, gay, bisexual, and transgender people, Welcoming them and Affirming them as God’s beloved creations.
You taught us that whoever welcomes a prophet in the name of a prophet will see a prophet’s reward;
That whoever welcomes a righteous person in the name of a righteous person will receive the reward of the righteous. We know that until we are all free, none of us can be free, And we commit to co-creating that world of welcome and affirmation until all people can access that promise. Amen.
OPENING HYMN “This is Me” Video
(Rise in Body or Spirit)
Passing of the Peace “Peace Be With You”
JOYS AND CONCERNS
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE/THE LORD’S PRAYER
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 trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power, and the glory forever and ever, Amen!
INVITATION TO GENEROSITY
Our blessings are abundant, and through our generosity, we can spread hope and support those in need. As we gather our gifts, let us do so with grateful hearts, ready to extend God’s love and justice to the marginalized and oppressed. Let our offerings be a testament to our commitment to resist evil and promote good.
OFFERING/OFFERTORY
Offerings may be placed in the plates in the center aisle for Church Expenses. You may also donate through PayPal by scanning the QR code or sending to [email protected]
*DOXOLOGY
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise God, all creatures here below;
Praise God above, ye heav'nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION AND THANKSGIVING
Gracious God, we offer these gifts as a symbol of our gratitude and our commitment to Your work. May these offerings be used to bring hope, justice, and healing to those who are suffering. Bless and multiply these gifts, allowing them to reach beyond our expectations and bring Your light to the world. Amen.
HYMN “The Village” Video
(Seated)
SERMON Vicki & Conrad Esh
HYMN “Testify to Love” Video (Rise in Body or Spirit)
BENEDICTION
As we conclude this time of worship, may we go forth with renewed hope and strength. Let us persist in the face of adversity, resist all forms of hate, and remain steadfast in our faith. May our lives be a witness to the power of hope and the resilience found in God’s love. Let us commit to creating safe and brave spaces for all, standing with our LGBTQIA+ siblings against all forms of hate and discrimination. Amen.
*HYMN OF CLOSING “Peace I Leave with You, My Friends” #249 Black Hymnal (Chorus)
POSTLUDE
