Call to Worship - You are invited to light a candle in your home to welcome the presence of the Holy Spirit
Somewhere Only We Know- El Dorado
Welcome - Stephen Folds
Let the Mystery Be - El Dorado
Passing of the Peace: Through the act of passing the peace of Christ, we offer our sincere desire to love our neighbor.
You are invited to greet one another in the live stream chat on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.
TOP 5 ANNOUNCEMENTS
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United Methodist Resources:
The 39th Annual Session of the California-Pacific Conference will be held June 14-17, 2023 at the Sheraton Gateway - Los Angeles Hotel.
Self-parking is available via Skyview Center Lot (6101 W. 98th St., Los Angeles, CA) at $17.55/day.
Click HERE for a parking map and more information.
Deadline to make a reservation at $159+taxes with the group is Monday, May 22, 2023. Guests should reserve as early as possible, as the hotel may sell out close to the event date.
Registration will open after Easter.
The 2023 District Conferences will be held online via Zoom Webinar over two different days. The West District Conference will be held on Saturday, April 29 from 1 -3 pm.
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION FOR THE REV. MARK NAKAGAWA
After 38 years of ministry, Rev. Nakagawa is hanging up his robes and stoles.
Saturday: June 24, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PDT
Rolling Hills United Methodist Church
26438 Crenshaw Blvd., Rolling Hills Estates, CA To celebrate this milestone, the West District has planned a Worship Service and reception. All United Methodists are invited to participate in this celebration! We know that many will want to attend, and we ask you to CLICK HERE to RSVP no later than Sunday evening, June 18th so that we may be able to plan the reception accordingly. Rev. Dr. Grant Hagiya will share his stories of Rev. Mark Nakagawa, so you will be hearing it from the source, as it was Rev. Dr. Hagiya who brought Rev. Nakagawa to Los Angeles County.
Let's make this a BASH that Rev. Nakagawa will not soon forget!
RETIREMENT: When everyday is Saturday!
COMMUNITY RESOURCES:
Under the state of emergency declared to help the housing crisis, LA County is creating more job opportunities and making the application process easier than ever.
Learn more at homeless.lacounty.gov/emergencyAccess to internet service is crucial.
The FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program provides a $30 dollar monthly benefit for internet service. Find out how you can get your home connected at: Getconnectedlosangeles.lacity.org.
CALL TO PRAYER: Turn Your Eyes- El Dorado
Joys and Concerns: We believe that the best way to bear our burdens is to share them with one another. You are invited to share your joys and concerns so that our community can hold these things in our hearts as we lift them to God together.
You are invited to share your prayers in the Facebook Live Chat, or on the YouTube Live chat.
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 - The Commissioning of the Disciples
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some 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.’
One: This is the Word of God for us, the people of God.
All: Thanks be to God!
Sermon: Remember, I Am With You - Rev. Dr. Mandy McDow
HOLY COMMUNION
Invitation to the Table: As we understand the Body of Christ to be inclusive, we understand God’s table of grace and fellowship can extend into our homes. As you’re able, bring your own elements to this time. Bread, Juice, Coffee, Muffins… the Body of Christ is comprised of wonder and mystery. Today, we celebrate that God can reach us where we are, even if we are not together.
The Great Mystery of our Faith
All: Christ has died
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
And now, with the confidence of the children of God, let us pray:
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,
Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.
Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
MUSIC DURING OFFERING AND COMMUNION: Come to the Table - El Dorado
Benediction Remember:
God is with you,
God is for you,
God refuses to be God without you.
And may all of God’s people say: Amen.
