April 26, 2026
Liturgist: Sis. Mayleen Frederick
Media Team: Tynisa Caesar, Sanville Vernon, Barnet Moriah
Praise Team: Alana Chang, LaTanya Davis, Hugh Fletcher
Organist: L. Daniel Jean /Drummer: Maurice Facey
Pastor: Dr. Andrea Smith
PRELUDE: Organist Daniel Jean
WELCOME: Sis. Mayleen Frederick
*CALL TO WORSHIP:
Liturgist: Easter people, we gather to worship and to listen, to learn the sound, the feel, the cadence of the Shepherd’s voice.
People: We come seeking our Shepherd’s voice.
Liturgist: We gather to worship and to discern, to learn how to recognize our Shepherd’s voice amidst the chaos and noise of our lives.
People: We come seeking our Shepherd’s voice.
Liturgist: We gather to worship and to find shelter, to learn to trust our Shepherd’s voice to guide us to safety and provide for us in all things.
People: We come seeking our Shepherd’s voice.
Liturgist: Come, let us worship as we listen for the voice of Jesus who guides us, protects us, provides for us, and draws us together in community.
People: We come to worship as the family of Christ, a flock seeking and following our Shepherd’s voice. Amen.
OPENING HYMN: “He Rose” UMH# 316
OPENING PRAYER:
Loving Shepherd, you know our names; you care for us. When we face darkness and death, journey beside us. When we hunger for your love, fill us with your presence.
When we are fearful, feed us at your table. May we dwell in the house of goodness and mercy all the days of our lives. Amen.
PRAISE and WORSHIP: Way Maker, Breathe, Worthy of it All
MISSION STATEMENT:
As Disciples of Jesus Christ, our Mission is to be:
Demonstrators of His Love,
Messengers of His Gospel,
and Sharers of His Teachings.
WELCOME OF VISITORS AND PASSING THE PEACE:
CHURCH NOTICES
HAPPY BIRTHDAY/WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
TIME OF GIVING:
We welcome your Tithes and Offerings today as we honor the Lord through our giving. Offerings can be given through various ways: give to an Usher, deposit in the offering basket, drop off in the church mailbox, or through PayPal or Zelle. If you are using Zelle, please enter bethanyunitedbklyn@gmail.com to find us.
OFFERTORY: (MARCHING) Follow the Ushers’ directions.
OFFERTORY HYMN: “We’ve Come this Far by Faith”
DOXOLOGY: “God Is So Good” UMH# 156
PRAYER OF DEDICATION:
Faithful Shepherd, who calls us by name, you invite us into a life that is rich in meaning, deep in joy, and bold in compassion. You speak, and we long to follow—although the world is noisy and the path unclear. In this moment of offering, we quiet our hearts to listen again. Receive these gifts as signs of our trust in you. May they be used to bring abundance to others, to feed the hungry, to strengthen the lost, and to proclaim your voice of love. In coming and going, in worship and service, make us more like Christ, in whose name we give and pray. Amen.
SCRIPTURE READINGS:
Old Testament: Ezek. 34: 11-16, 20-34
New Testament: Rev. 3: 7-8
The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
GLORIA PATRI: “He Is Lord” UMH# 177
HYMN: “Easter People, Raise Your Voices” UMH# 304
SERMON: “The God who Goes Before You” Dr. Andrea Smith, Pastor
HYMN: “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us” UMH# 381
PASTORAL PRAYER: Dr. Andrea Smith, Pastor
CLOSING HYMN: “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” UMH# 717
BENEDICTION : Dr. Andrea Smith, Pastor
Beloved, may God bless you with open hearts and minds so that together we may pay attention, discern, and follow your Shepherd’s voice, for that is the way that leads to abundant life on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.
Pastor’s New Hours will be Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 am- 4 pm.
Liturgical Scriptures Reading for the Week:
Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-34
Psalm 100
1 Peter 2:19-25
John 10:1-10
Announcements
All Chairpersons please submit your Mission project to Pastor by May 12. Thank You
For Our Leaders, Chairperson, and Co-chairs. If you would like to participate in the Global Leadership Summit (virtually). Shown here at the church, please submit payment of $149 checks payable to Bethany with a memo stating Global Leadership Summit. Please submit by Mother’s Day.
The Summit is Aug 6-7, 2026
The Tribes of Judah/Simeon (Jan/ Feb)
Will meet at the front of the sanctuary following the
morning service.
The Twelve Tribes Blessing Drive has begun. If you haven’t signed up with your birthday information, please see the list and sign up with your coordinator. Thank you.
The Coordinators for the Twelve Tribes Blessing Drive are:
Judah/Simeon(Jan/Feb)–GAYLENE FRANCIS
Levi/Reuben(Mar/Apr)–ALICIA GRANT
Zebulun/Issachar(May/Jun)–NORMA GRANT
Dan/Gad(Jul/Aug)–TYNISA CAESAR
Asher/Naphtali(Sep/Oct)–BEATRIZ SHERWOOD
Joseph(Ephraim and Manasse)/Benjamin(Nov/Dec)–MAHALIA NURSE
There will be a meeting TODAY with all women after service to select a theme for Women’s Day 2026.
Thank you
For questions or payments, please get in touch with Sister Veda Drummond, Monica Bartley, or Sister Beatriz Sherwood. Thank you for your continuous support!
Women’s Day Events
1) Tea Party/ Fashion Show – June 13
Team – Rosemary Malcolm, Colleen Barrington, Cynella Simon
2) Bethany Cruise – September 19th
an exciting brunch cruise around Manhattan on the Spirit of New York.
The cost of the cruise is $200.00 per adult and $180.00 for children under 12.
Secure your seat by making a deposit. Deposits are being taken by Sister Norma and Sister Yvette
3) Prayer Breakfast- Saturday, Oct. 24th
Team – Sis. Mayleen Frederick, Sis. Violet Thom
Petals & Pearls, A Mother’s Day Brunch
Join Quest for Christ on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 12:00 pm for Petals & Pearls, A Mother’s Day Brunch, dedicated to honoring the beauty, strength, and love of mothers and mother figures. This thoughtfully curated, elegant brunch experience will feature delicious courses, warm fellowship, and heartfelt tributes. Come dressed in your beautiful pearls. Tickets are $45. Tickets can be purchased in-person by seeing one of the Quest for Christ leaders or online. Scan the QR code or go to the following link for online purchases. http://tiny.cc/QFCBRUNCH Also, see flyers in the foyer downstairs on the table or on the bulletin board for the link and QR code. Bring a friend or two!
Sick and Shut-In
| Name | Telephone |
| Clement Holder | N/A |
| Emily Isles | 718-346-0817 |
| Eastlyn Welch | N/A |
| Grace Gyimah | 917-334-7105 |
| Sandra Dubois | 718-774-4836 |
| Jean Best | 718-778-4179 |
| Amelia Cooper | 347-247-6067 |
| Hilda Dyce | 718-251-6351 |
| Pinkney Headley | 718-342-1056 |
| Joyce Thompson | 718-649-6550 |
| Sydney Campbell | 347-204-0850 |
| Queenie Power | 917-215-2473 |
| Una Wickham | 718-773-8645 |
| Silvine Moore | 718-363-1091 |
| Reginald Lawrence | 347-792-0159 |
| Carmen Headley | 718-735-4189 |
| Veronica Jackson | 934-867-9373 |
| Cynthia Strachan | 347-262-1816 |
| Winsome Johnson | N/A |
| Nevel Burnett | Brooklyn Downtown Nursing Home 727 Classon Ave |