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Sunday worship bulletin for June 28, 2026
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The flowers in the chancel area are given to the glory of God.
Chiming of the Hour
Glenn McElroy
Welcome, Announcements, and Invocation
Scott Bragg, Lay Leader
Prelude
“Do, Lord”
Glenn McElroy
Arr. Jason W. Krug
Hymn*
“I Will Sing the Wondrous Story”
№ 566
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
“Let the River Flow”
Chancel Choir
Arr. Stan Pethel
Pastoral Prayer; Lord’s Prayer
Craig LaFontaine
Children are dismissed to Children’s Church at this time.
Offertory Prayer
Craig LaFontaine
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Offertory
“What a Day That Will Be”
Ron Hudson
Arr. Jim Hill
Doxology*
№ 682
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host;
praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Words Thomas Ken; Music Louis Bourgeois
CCLI 1152573
Hymn*
“O Jesus, I Have Promised”
№ 592
Scripture*
Nathan Harvey
Luke 24:13-35
Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him.
He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?”
They stood still, their faces downcast. One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?”
“What things?” he asked.
“About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place. In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning but didn’t find his body. They came and told us that they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see Jesus.”
He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself.
As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them.
When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?”
They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.” Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by them when he broke the bread.
Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
“The Road, The Table, The Mission”
Craig LaFontaine
Hymn*
“Living for Jesus”
№ 595
Benediction
Craig LaFontaine
Postlude
“Make a Joyful Noise”
Glenn McElroy
Mary McDonald
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Thank you for worshiping with us!
This Week’s Schedule
Today, June 28:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
Monday, June 29:
10:00 a.m. VBS Prep
7:00 p.m. Boy Scout Troop 62
Tuesday, June 30:
10:00 a.m. VBS Prep
Wednesday, July 1:
10:00 a.m. VBS Prep
4:00 p.m. Prayer Group
Thursday, July 2:
4:00 p.m. Youth VBS Prep
Friday, July 3:
10:00 a.m. VBS Prep
Sunday, July 5:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
A Note from the Family of Betty Andrews
Words cannot express our gratitude for all you have done throughout Mom’s illness and death. You have nourished our bodies with your food, our hearts with your hugs, and our souls with your prayers. As this church has been for us for over fifty years, you will always be a part of our family, and we love you all.
Mobile Food Pantry Ministry
Thank you to everyone who helped make our June Mobile Food Pantry a success! Please mark your calendars for our remaining 2026 Mobile Food Pantry dates: August 15, October 17, and December 19. Distribution begins at 2:00 PM, with volunteers arriving at 12:00 PM. As always, thank you for helping us serve our community and share Christ’s love with our neighbors.
Vacation Bible School is NEAR!
VBS is almost here, and it’s go time! Vacation Bible School is July 6–10 from 6:00–8:30 PM, and we need all hands on deck as we prepare for this exciting week of ministry. VBS Prep Week is June 29 – July 3. Regular daytime prep will be held 10:00 AM–2:00 PM each weekday except Thursday, when our youth will gather for VBS Prep at 4:00 PM. We’ll be working on crafts, recreation, decorations, and other VBS prep. Please also make sure you are signed up to serve! To register your child or volunteer, visit vbs.lithiaspringsmethodist.org. For more information, contact the church office or Jess Arther at 678.761.0744.
Prayer Requests
Please remember to lift up our brothers and sisters in Christ in your prayers throughout the week:
Family of Betty Andrews • Sherry & George Walker • Sandra Rodriguez • McCant Hayes • Margaret Arnold • Wanda Wilkerson • Dale Arrington • Steve Gay • David Hutton • Karen Forehand • Sadie Grace McCoy • Kenneth Bowden • Jane Williams • Angela Hughes • Family of Mike Arther • Victims of LS Apt. Fire • Families in Nigeria • Ginger Adams • Margie Lang
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please send correspondence to
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PastorThomas@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
or call 770.948.5429
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