Grace Methodist Church

Grace Methodist Church
Holy Trinity Sunday
May 31, 2026

Rev. C. Nels Ledwell
Tommy Bishop, organ/piano/choir director

We apologize for the delay in getting May 31st’s service online as we had another glitch in the WiFi system that morning. The service is now available for all to watch.

Prelude: “Holy Art Thou” (“Largo”) +George F. Handel
Special Music: “Go Ye Therefore and Teach All
Nations” +Leon Patillo Chancel Choir
Offertory: “All-Holy Father, Son, and Equal Spirit”
+Paris Antiphoner
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 Jerry Lipscomb
Sermon: “THE PENTECOSTAL AND COMMISSIONED
CHURCH” Rev. C. Nels Ledwell
Postlude: “Te Deum Laurens” (“We Praise Thee, O God”) +Dietrich Buxtehude

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Matthew 28:19

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ASCENSION DAY is Thursday, May 14, 2026.
The Ascension of Jesus signifies His bodily return to heaven, the completion of His earthly mission, and His exaltation as Lord, opening the way for believers to receive the Holy Spirit and eternal life.
WHAT THE ASCENSION IS -
The Ascension refers to the moment when Jesus Christ was taken up into heaven in the presence of His disciples, forty days after His resurrection (Luke 24:50-51; Acts 1:9-11). This was a literal, visible event, not merely symbolic, confirming that Jesus had truly conquered death and completed His earthly ministry. As He ascended, a cloud hid Him from sight, and angels promised His return in the same manner. (lightandgospel.com+3)

Our Young Adults Class at Grace Methodist Church had a great time at the Spartanburgers baseball game in Spartanburg on Sunday afternoon, April 26. Their class is an energetic and engaging group focused on learning about Jesus and how He relates to their lives. They enjoy extra time together with outings such as this, too. Brad Valentine and Fran Love lead this class but everyone participates. If you’re looking for something meaningful, consider joining them on Sunday mornings. They’ll be glad to see you! From left to right: Cal Arnold, Jacob Arnold (background), Jack James, Abbie Valentine, Bailey Long, Taylor and Charlie Long.