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Sunday worship bulletin for March 15, 2026
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Chiming of the Hour
Glenn McElroy
Welcome, Announcements, and Invocation
Rev. Thomas Long
Prelude
“Lead Me to Calvary”
Glenn McElroy
Arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Responsive Call to Worship*
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd;
I shall not want.
He makes me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.
He restores my soul;
He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
You anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life;
And I will dwell in the house of the Lord, forever.
Choral Response*
“O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing”
№ 1
O for a thousand tongues to sing,
my great Redeemer’s praise,
The glories of my God and King,
the triumphs of His grace!
Words by Charles Wesley, music by Carl G. Glaser
CCLI 1152573
Hymn*
“Since Jesus Came Into My Heart”
№ 552
Affirmation of Faith*
The Apostles’ Creed
№ 691
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day He rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Anthem
“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross”
Chancel Choir
Arr. Tom Fettke
Pastoral Prayer; Lord’s Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
Children’s Time
Rev. Thomas Long
Offertory Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
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Offertory
“Don’t Overlook Salvation”
John Bava
Soloist: Ron Hudson
Doxology*
№ 682
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Words Thomas Ken; Music Louis Bourgeois
CCLI 1152573
Hymn*
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
№ 44
Scripture*
Georgia Deakin
John 9:1-12, 35-41
As he went along, he saw a man blind from birth. His disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?”
“Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him. As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work. While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”
After saying this, he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man’s eyes. “Go,” he told him, “wash in the Pool of Siloam” (this word means “Sent”). So the man went and washed, and came home seeing.
His neighbors and those who had formerly seen him begging asked, “Isn’t this the same man who used to sit and beg?” Some claimed that he was. Others said, “No, he only looks like him.” But he himself insisted, “I am the man.”
“How then were your eyes opened?” they asked.
He replied, “The man they call Jesus made some mud and put it on my eyes. He told me to go to Siloam and wash. So I went and washed, and then I could see.”
“Where is this man?” they asked him.
“I don’t know,” he said.
Jesus heard that they had thrown him out, and when he found him, he said, “Do you believe in the Son of Man?”
“Who is he, sir?” the man asked. “Tell me so that I may believe in him.”
Jesus said, “You have now seen him; in fact, he is the one speaking with you.”
Then the man said, “Lord, I believe,” and he worshiped him.
Jesus said, “For judgment I have come into this world, so that the blind will see and those who see will become blind.”
Some Pharisees who were with him heard him say this and asked, “What? Are we blind too?”
Jesus said, “If you were blind, you would not be guilty of sin; but now that you claim you can see, your guilt remains.”
Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Rev. Thomas Long
Hymn*
“The Old Rugged Cross”
№ 236
Benediction
Rev. Thomas Long
Postlude
“All People that On Earth Do Dwell”
Glenn McElroy
Arr. Daniel Burton
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This Week’s Schedule
Today, March 15:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
12:00 p.m. Soup & Salad Fundraiser
Monday, March 16:
5:00 p.m. Tutoring
7:00 p.m. Scouts Troop 62
7:00 p.m. Circle Bible Study
Tuesday, March 17:
10:00 a.m. Circle Bible Study
5:00 p.m. Tutoring
6:00 p.m. Trustees Meeting
Wednesday, March 18:
4:00 p.m. Prayer Group
6:00 p.m. Cub Scouts Pack 62
6:45 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:45 p.m. Chancel Choir
Thursday, March 19:
5:00 p.m. Tutoring
Saturday, March 21:
10:00 a.m. Women’s Group
Sunday, March 22:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
4:00 p.m. Youth Group
Soup & Salad Fundraiser – Today!
Join us today for a Soup & Salad Fundraiser supporting the Sara Bowden Women’s Group. The cost is $10 per person or $25 per family. Come enjoy great food and fellowship while supporting this ministry.
Youth Group Meeting
Youth ages 10 and up are invited to meet in the Children’s Building at 4:00 PM. We meet every other Sunday, and our next meeting will be Sunday, March 22. Please remember to bring your books.
March Mission: Bring a friend!
Braves Game Night Out
Join us Friday, April 24 to watch the Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies at 7:00 PM! Tickets will be approximately $35 per person with tax included. Payment is expected April 19th. We will meet at the church and travel together by van to the stadium.
Easter Cantata – “Worthy The Lamb”
Our Easter Cantata, “Worthy The Lamb,” will be presented during the worship service on March 29th. We invite you to join us for this special time of music and celebration.
Palm Sunday Luncheon
On Palm Sunday, following the Easter Cantata, please join us for a luncheon in the Fellowship Hall. The church will provide the meat and drinks. We kindly ask that you bring a side dish or dessert to share. We look forward to this special time of fellowship together!
Community Easter Egg Hunt – Donations Needed!
Easter is quickly approaching and we are excited to prepare for our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at 2:00 PM! To help make this special community event a success, we are collecting: wrapped candy (no chocolate, please), small toys and trinkets, and themed baskets to give away during the hunt. Donations can be dropped off in the Children’s Building. Our egg hunt is a cherished tradition and a wonderful opportunity to welcome families to our church community. Your generosity helps us create a joyful and meaningful experience for all who attend.
Children’s Church Volunteers Needed
Our Children’s Ministry is looking for volunteers who would be willing to serve occasionally in Children’s Church. Volunteers will lead the Bible lesson for the day, but all lessons will be provided in advance and all crafts and supplies will be prepared for you. This is a wonderful opportunity to help guide and encourage our children as they grow in their faith. Even serving periodically can make a meaningful difference. If you are interested in helping, please contact the church office or speak with Jess Arther.
Prayer Requests
Please remember to lift up our brothers and sisters in Christ in your prayers throughout the week:
Susan Bennet • Betty Andrews • Mike & Pam Arther • Sherry & George Walker • Sandra Rodriguez • Kim & Danny Wine • McCant Hayes • Hannah & Gabrielle Beaujean • Vallorie Wood • Ron Black • Margaret Arnold • Stephanie Dallas • Caleb Elijah McCall • Alan Hembree • Wanda Wilkerson • Adrianne Forehand • Karen Forehand & Family
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please send correspondence to
office@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
PastorThomas@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
or call 770.948.5429
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