He is Risen!
Prelude: Ron Dobscha
Announcements: CALL TO WORSHIP: This is the day that the Lord has made! We will rejoice and be glad in it! The Lord is our strength and our song: He has become our victory! You are our God, and we will praise You; You are our God, and we will exalt You. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful loves endures forever! INVOCATION:
*Hymn: “Jesus Christ is Risen Today” #232
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Lord, though You should guide us, we inform ourselves; though You should rule us, we control ourselves; though You should fulfill us, we console ourselves. We think Your truth too high, Your will too hard, Your power too remote, Your love too free. But they are not! And without them, we are of all people most miserable. Now heal our confused minds with Your word, heal our divided wills with Your law, heal our troubled consciences with Your love, heal our anxious hearts with Your presence, all for the sake of Your Son, who loved us and gave Himself for us. Amen. *Time of Silent Prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri #581 Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of Illumination Scripture: Isaiah 25: 6-9 Kirkland Cipoletti SERMON TEXT: Romans 5: 12-21 *Hymn: “Crown Him with Many Crowns” # 268 *Apostles Creed (next to prayer list) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the people The Lord’s Prayer *Hymn: “He Lives” Insert * Benediction Postlude
BIRTHDAYS:
April 5 Bobbie Clifford ANNIVERSARIES: None SYMPATHIES: The family of Dana Wilson Remember our food collection, and Jesus said, “ You give them something to eat”. Please let Betty Fisher know of anyone within the community that may be in need at this time. April 7th is our next covered dish dinner. Bring your favorite covered dish or dessert. All are welcome.
Continuing Prayer List
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Sandy Stone, Sarah Wilson, Carl Weber, Ricci Amos, Fred Wilkinson, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Donna West, Helen Provenzano, Marlene McFeely, Marley Smith, Suzy Smith, Carol Pierce, Chuck Harton, Johnny Yurko, Mike Durila, Betty Fisher, Tim Knabenshue, Jim King, Beckett, Grandson of Scott Shetter, Stella Crothers, Lori Patterson, Mary Stoey, Ron Poznick, Ron Westfall, Norma Jean Kelso
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Prelude: Ron Dobscha
CALL TO WORSHIP: Worthy is the Lamb who was slain to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing! Blessing and honor and glory and power be to the One seated on the throne and to the Lamb forever and ever! You alone are holy! All the earth will come and worship before You, for Your righteous deeds have been revealed for all to see. He is Risen! Worship our risen King! INVOCATION
*Hymn: Jesus Christ is Risen Today” # 232
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Almighty Father, You are the source of every good and perfect gift. We praise Your name for the greatest and most perfect gift: Your son, our Lord Jesus Christ. But in lifting Him up, we humble ourselves before You. We confess to You, not only our sins of omission in failing to do what we know is right, but also our sins of commission in doing what You forbid. O Lord, we are weak and feeble, slow to confess our sins and prone to wander from the path of righteousness, do not deal with us as our sins deserve but wash us clean in the blood of the Lamb and empower us by Your Spirit to live to honor and serve our Savior King. We praise You that He was born like us that we might become like Him. In Jesus Name we pray. AMEN. *Time of Silent Prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri #581 Passing of the peace Scripture: Psalm 46 Kirkland Cipoletti SERMON TEXT: Romans 5: 12-21 *Hymn: “Good Christian All, Rejoice and Sing!” # 239 *Apostles Creed (next to prayer list) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the people The Lord’s Prayer *Hymn: “Shine Jesus Shine” #192 * Benediction Postlude
Good morning!
He is risen! Happy Easter!
When we meet together, we take some time to share our weeks, and any prayer requests we may have. If you have any prayer requests you would like to share, please add them as a comment below. When you are ready, use the prayer below (source) to get started.
Heavenly Father, forgive me for too often taking for granted all that Christ’s substitutionary death and glorious Resurrection means to me. Thank You for sending Your only begotten Son to die on the Cross to pay the price for my sins. Thank You that He rose again so that I could receive His resurrected life. May I grow in grace and in a knowledge of my risen and glorified Saviour Jesus Christ, until His life is lived through me and I can say with the apostle Paul, "It is not I that live, but Christ that lives in me." To You be all praise and glory, forever and ever, AMEN.
This week's lesson is on Mark 16:1-8.
Resurrection is amazing. It is still something we can’t comprehend. The standard dictionary defines it as raising from the dead or returning to life. Thanks to medical science, we all know that is possible. Most public service employees are required to know CPR. Hotels, airports, schools and large public buildings have defibrillators hanging on their walls, ready for use, with easy to follow instructions. If you can read, you can restart a heart. Medical science is amazing. We can fix a cardiac arrest -- we can transplant organs.
All of that is simply returning to life; if the process isn’t begun within minutes of death, that person can suffer brain damage because cells begin to deteriorate. Jesus returned to life after 3 days - not five minutes. That is absolutely impossible. We are very proud of our technology. We can do wonderful things, if started in that magic window. Resurrection is supernatural. Resurrection belongs to God. Ancient Romans believed that death extinguished life. Physical existence after death known from fables was laughable. We still struggle with the concept. Jesus raised people from the dead as a sign of God’s power over sin. The resurrection of Jesus is the key victory over death and the beginning of the new creation. His resurrection is witness to the immense power of God. It validates his deity as well as Old Testament prophecies. There is no resurrection apart from Christ. It is the triumphant and glorious victory for every believer. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John make it clear that Jesus arose on the first day of the week. Jesus died as a substitute for sin. All who believe in Him receive His righteousness and are redeemed from death. One day, Jesus will be revealed in glory, and we will be revealed in glory with Him (Colossians 3:4). Easter is God’s remembrance expressed in resurrection. Jesus is the new covenant. And Easter faith trusts that what God has done with Christ Jesus, God will remember to do with us. Easter faith as John calls it, is about resurrection. Resurrection is supernatural. Resurrection belongs to God. We can’t explain it. It scares us. Evangelist Dwight D Moody said: that which is born of the flesh may die. That which is born of the spirit will live forever.
Conclusion
Today's scripture abruptly ends with a declaration of the women's fear. If this were all we knew of the story, we would wonder what happened next. Praise God that we know that conclusion to this story -- a story that continued with Jesus' ascension to Heaven and will culminate with his promised return to Earth.
Prayer
God of resurrection, where there is death, you bring life. We hope for the day when we will experience resurrection and new life. In the meantime, encourage us when we feel we cannot proclaim this good news. When fear overtakes us, keep us from forgetting that you are the source of life. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Questions for Discussion
Benediction
Today's benediction is from the King James Version.
Next week's lesson will be on Luke 5:17-26.
Happy Easter!
He is Risen!
Our guest speaker today is Rev. Renny Domske.
Easter---What a joy to celebrate!!
Prelude Announcements: Choir Call to Worship: He is Risen! He is risen indeed! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! This call has rung out for 2000 years. Yet it is still as true as that first day! Christ has risen from the dead! Hallelujah! Christ is no longer in the grave! Hallelujah! The punishment that brought us peace was upon Him. And by His wounds--by His stripes-we are healed! I serve a Risen Savior, He’s in the world today. I know that He is living, whatever men may say. Christ the Lord is Risen today! Up from the grave He arose! Hallelujah! Christ Arose. He is Risen indeed!
Invocation
Hymn of Praise “He Lives” see insert Unison Prayer of Joy Lord, help us to live right. Before you act, LISTEN. Before you react, THINK. Before you spend, EARN. Before you criticize, WAIT. Before you pray, FORGIVE. Before you quit, TRY. Before you fail, GIVE YOUR LIFE TO GOD. Assurance of Pardon Response – Gloria Patri Passing the peace The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you And also with you. Children Chat Gospel Joy John 20:1-9 Choir Anthem Gospel Joy John 20: 10-18 Prayer for Illumination Exploring God’s Word Dr. Renny Domske “My Mamma Martha Now Playing Mary” Hymn of Dedication “Christ Arose see insert Apostles Creed Presentation of Tithes and Offerings Offertory—Doxology Prayer of dedication Joys and Concerns Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE Communion Hymn of Celebration - Every morning is Easter Morning See insert. Choir Benediction
He is Risen!
Happy Easter!
We're so glad you decided to join us today!
When we meet together, we share our joys and concerns together. If you have any prayer requests you would like to share, you can add them to the comments on this post. When you are ready, use the prayer below (source) to get started.
Lord God, You loved this world so much, that you gave your one and only Son, that we might be called your children too. Lord, help us to live in the gladness and grace of Easter Sunday, every day. Let us have hearts of thankfulness for your sacrifice.
Let us have eyes that look upon your grace and rejoice in our salvation. Help us to walk in that mighty grace and tell your good news to the world. All for your glory do we pray, Lord, Amen.
Today's lesson is on Luke 24:13-27, 30-31.
Lesson Context
Today's lesson follows directly after the women found the empty tomb. Our book says that many Jews at the time believed in the bodily resurrection of the dead. This idea is rooted in certain Old Testament prophetic texts (example Daniel 12:1-3, 13). In the time between the Old and New Testaments, this doctrine was developed further. However, not all Jews believed in the resurrection (Acts 23:8). Jesus' followers, though skeptical of the empty tomb, would not have entirely dismissed the possibility.
The Journey Begins
Two of Jesus followers who had heard the women's report were walking to a village called Emmaus. Emmaus was close enough to Jerusalem that they would have made the walk in a day. Our book says we do not know the exact location of the village. This is the only mention of the place in the New Testament. The men were discussing what had happened. Our book says the word used suggests a strong debate. Jesus came up and walked with the men. However, they were kept from recognizing him. This could mean that either God obscured their vision in some way, or that Jesus' physical appearance was changed from before his burial.
The Travelers Lament
Jesus starts a conversation by asking what they are talking about. The men are surprised! How could this man not know about all the things that had just happened in Jerusalem? Ironically, that man was the only person who fully understood the events of that week. The two men explain that Jesus of Nazareth was crucified. They said he was a prophet, and that there was hope he would redeem Israel. As we have discussed before, the Jews were hoping for a political redemption, which would free them from oppressive foreign occupation. By speaking of the only who was going to redeem Israel, the travelers likely believed that Jesus was going to save their people from foreign oppression. To see Jesus put to death in a horrifying manner brought them disappointment. Further, this was the third day after Jesus died, when Jesus promised his disciples that he would be resurrected. If these two men had heard of that promise, they had left Jerusalem without experiencing the fulfillment of the promise. The men recounted that the women found the empty tomb that morning, and that at least Peter (and maybe also John) confirmed the empty tomb. But the men had not seen their resurrected Lord.
The Stranger Responds
Jesus calls the two men on the road foolish. This follows the tradition of Hebrew wisdom literature, like the book of Proverbs, which calls out the folly of fools. Jesus referred to all the things our Old Testament said regarding the Messiah. In Jesus' day, the scripture would have been traditionally seen in three categories:
As the travelers reached Emmaus, they invited the unknown stranger to stay with them as an act of hospitality. When they sat down to eat, Jesus acted as the host by giving thanks and breaking the bread. At this point, the men recognize Jesus. Then, Jesus vanishes. Our book says that his being recognized and yet vanishing from the men's sight indicates both a continuity and a discontinuity with his physical body after the resurrection. The men then returned to Jerusalem and told the other disciples of their experience with the resurrected Christ.
Conclusion
The travelers in today's scripture had an experience that brought about a personal revolution. Their saddened outlook was transformed when they shared a meal with the resurrected Lord. This revolution brought the two travelers joy, enthusiasm and peace. It also meant reordered priorities; they received a correction and were reminded of how scripture pointed to Christ's resurrection and the resulting revolution. Are you attentive to the ways the resurrection can change your expectations -- and your life? Prayer Heavenly Father, Jesus' resurrection has changed the world. Show us how we might better teach your Word for other people to believe in you. In the name of the resurrected Jesus. Amen.
Questions for Discussion
Benediction
Today's benediction is from the New Revised Standard Version.
Next week's lesson will be on John 21:1-14.
Today’s guest speaker is Rev. Renny Domske.
All of the information normally found in our bulletin is below the video. Simply click on "Read More" to load the rest of the bulletin. You can use this to follow the service, as well as to pray our unison prayers. Birthdays, anniversaries, the prayer list and announcements can be found at the bottom of this service.
Easter Worship
Prelude Music Director Robert Senay Announcements Choral Introit “Come Christians Join to Sing” CALL TO WORSHIP He is Risen! He is Risen indeed! Christ is Risen! Christ is Risen indeed! He was pierced for our transgressions. He was crushed for our iniquities. The punishment that brought us peace was upon Him. And by His wounds---by His stripes---we are healed. He died for the sins of each one of us here. But He no longer is in the grave; He has risen from the dead! Christ the Lord is Risen today! Up from the grave He Arose! He Is Risen! Christ Arose! Hallelujah! He is Risen indeed!
Good morning!
Happy Easter!
When we meet together in person, we share our joys and concerns before we focus on our Sunday school lesson. Think about your needs and concerns right now, and if you like, you can share them in the comments.
Today’s lesson is on the resurrection account in Matthew 28:1-10. It is about how two women went to Jesus’s tomb in order to prepare his body. It is about the encounter they had with an angel there and with Jesus as they were returning to tell the disciples what they had seen and heard. The lesson is also about how Christ’s resurrection was and is the pivotal moment for the world and for each of us as Christ’s followers. The following prayer was written by Liz Curtis Higgs and posted on the website crosswalk.com:
Dear God, thank You for the resurrection of Your Son, Jesus. We want to celebrate Him every day of our lives. In a world that grows increasingly dark, help us hold up His light. Give us the courage to speak as boldly as Mary Magdalene did, and never be ashamed of proclaiming Your Good News. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
This week's lesson is on Matthew 28:1-10.
Today’s guest speaker is Rev. Don Austin
All of the information normally found in our bulletin is below the video. Simply click on "Read More" to load the rest of the bulletin. You can use this to follow the service, as well as to pray our unison prayers. All joys and concerns that we know, as well as our continuing prayer list is within the Joys and Concerns. Announcements can be found at the bottom of this service.
Hymn: “Christ The Lord is Risen Today”
CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The Lord is risen indeed: Hallelujah People: The Lord is risen indeed: hallelujah Leader: I am He that lives and was dead, saith the Lord; and behold, I am alive forevermore. People: Glory be to you, O God, who raised up your Son from the dead and made us partakers of His victory over sin and death.
Good Morning!
Happy Easter!
When we met in person, we shared our joys and concerns together. Take some time to think over your last week. What joys and concerns do you have? If you would like, you can share those as a comment so that the rest of us can pray as well. When you're ready, use the prayer below (from Woman's Day) to get started.
Lord, we lift our hearts to you. As the dawn breaks, may we carry the unity we share into every moment knowing that we are one with the risen Christ.
Lord, we lift our eyes to you. As the sun rises, may this moment stay with us, reminding us to look for the beautiful colors of promise in your word. Lord, we lift our prayers to you. As the dew air falls, may we breathe this morning in and know that like the earth, you sustain us, keep us and work within us always. And so, we lift our voices to you. We celebrate the greatest day in history, when Jesus rose from death, defeated darkness and bathed the world in stunning resurrection light. May we ever live to praise you! Amen.
Today's lesson is on Isaiah 53:4-11. The devotional reading is Philippians 2:1-11.
If you have any thoughts or observations on the scripture passages from today, you can share them in the comments.
Our benediction this week is from the Complete Jewish Bible.
Next week's lesson will be on Ezra 10:1-12.
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