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March 29, 2026 – Palm Sunday
Blessed Lord, your love rides humbly into our midst, and we offer ourselves in return. Receive these gifts as signs of our commitment to your way. Multiply their impact so that your saving joy may echo throughout the world. Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest! Amen. Matthew 21:1-11

April 2, 2026 – Maundy Thursday
Lord and Teacher, you kneel to serve and call us to follow. As we remember your commandment to love, we offer these gifts in response to your mercy. Strip away every hesitation and selfish concern, that we may give with courage and devotion. We offer ourselves—our prayers, presence, gifts, witness, and service—now and always. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen. John 13:1-17; 31b-35

April 3, 2026 – Good Friday
God of sorrow and salvation, we give with trembling hands, aware of the weight of this day. We do not turn away but offer our hearts in honest grief and gratitude. May this offering bear witness to the costly love poured out for the world. In full assurance of faith, we lay our gifts before you. Amen. Hebrews 10:16-25

April 5, 2026 – Easter Sunday
O God, you have shattered the grave and given us new life through your Son. With joyful hearts, we bring our gifts as signs of resurrection hope. Use them to proclaim your victory and to bless your world. In the name of the Risen Christ, our Savior and Lord, we pray. Amen. John 20:1-18

April 12, 2026 – Second Sunday of Easter
God of new life, you meet us in our fear and speak words of peace. Like Thomas, we long to see and believe. As we give, we place our trust in the unseen work of your Spirit. Use these gifts to bring peace where there is doubt, and hope where there is despair. In the name of the One who breathed peace upon his followers, we pray. Amen. John 20:19-31

April 19, 2026 – Third Sunday of Easter
God of truth and light, we offer you these gifts with humble hearts. We long to share your unmistakable presence with all people. Though we often seek security in possessions, remind us that true assurance comes from life in Christ. Strengthen us to be faithful disciples in all we do. Amen. Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19

April 26, 2026 – Fourth Sunday of Easter
Heavenly Shepherd, we yearn to dwell in your pasture. As we present these offerings, help us examine our hearts with honesty and grace. May your love guide our steps and our giving, so others may know your care. In the name of the Risen One, we pray. Amen. John 10:1-10

May 3, 2026 – Fifth Sunday of Easter
Gracious Lord, we believe in the gift of your Son, who is the way, the truth, and the life. We offer these gifts in hope that your work will flourish and bless all creation. Use them to proclaim your love in every place. In Christ’s holy name, we pray. Amen. John 14:1-14

May 10, 2026 – Sixth Sunday of Easter
Generous and loving God, we remember those who have encouraged, taught, forgiven, and loved us. Our offering today is a response to all that we have received. Use these gifts to lift and bless others, as you have so faithfully done for us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen. John 14:15-21

May 17, 2026 – Seventh Sunday of Easter
Majestic God, your love is a shelter of peace and hope. You calm our fears and nourish our dreams. Accept these offerings as signs of our joy and trust. May they be used to serve your world with faithfulness and praise. Amen. Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35

May 24, 2026 – Day of Pentecost
Holy Spirit, breathe into us and fill us with your peace. Let your presence be known in every life touched by this church’s ministries. Receive these offerings as the outpouring of grateful hearts and use them to fan the flame of your love throughout the world. In the name of the Giver of the Spirit, we pray. Amen. John 20:19-23

May 31, 2026 – First Sunday after Pentecost (Trinity Sunday)
Almighty God, we give in the name of Christ, to whom all authority is given. Renew our commitment to live as your disciples, and let our lives reflect your love in action. May these gifts bear witness to your grace, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen. Matthew 28:16-20