may 3, 2026

Guest Preacher: Rev. Dr. Ruth Shaffer

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“Do not let your hearts fall to the ground, he encouraged them.  Trust in the Great Spirit, and trust in me.  When you ask the Father for anything, ask it in my name.” 

Our opening Prelude invites you into a time of quiet reflection. 

Prelude:   Debbie Deane 

Chalice Lighting: (Raymond A Foss):  

 “Christ’s words, anticipating trauma, telling us still, to each trembling heart, “Let not your hearts be troubled” in the storms of human life.  Abiding with us, the indwelling spirit of Christ promised by our loving God.  Walking with us all of our days even through darkness, shadows, there with us along our way until we see him again.” 

Opening Hymn: “God of the Sparrow God of the Whale” NCH#32 

Welcome & Announcements 

Call to Worship:  

One: I am the stone the builders rejected. 

All:  And yet, I am useful. 

One:  But I am rejected. 

All:  But welcomed by God. 

One:  I can help build the kingdom. 

All:  I can be the cornerstone. 

Prayer of Invocation:   

Passing of the Peace First Sacred Reading: Psalm 31: 1-5 New International Version 

Sharing of Our Joys & Concerns/Pastoral Prayer 

Offering & Doxology:   We Give You But Your Own - NCH # 785  

We give you but your own 

Whatever gift may be, 

All tPeterhat we have is yours alone 

We give it gratefully 

Second Sacred Reading: 1Peter 2: 2-10 New International Version 

Hymn of Reflection: “Blessed Assurance” NCH#244 

Sermon: “The stone the builders rejected” 

Closing Hymn: “I Walk in the Garden Alone” NCH#237  

Benediction:     

Postlude:  Debbie Deane 

All Souls Bethlehem Church

An Open and Affirming Congregation

Pastor: Rev. Dr. Boon Lin Ngeo

Ministers: All Members of ASBC

Minister Emeritus: Rev. Bill Nye 

First Time Visitor?  

Please sign our red Guest Book (located near the entrance)

and be our guest at the gathering following the service!

Interested in “Official” Church Membership?  

Please speak with Council President Raquel Irizarry about our next New Member gathering!  

An All-inclusive, Welcoming Community of Faith

born from the traditions of the:

Disciples of Christ - www.Disciples.org

United Church of Christ - www.UCC.org

Unitarian Universalist Association - www.UUA.org 

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