He is Risen!

Order of Worship 

Easter Sunday 10:30 AM Service: https://youtu.be/m5q441nd-aY

CENTERING PRAYER Almighty God, by the resurrection of Jesus Christ you broke the power of death and opened the way to eternal life. As the empty tomb stands witness to his triumph over death, make your church to be a bold testimony to his enduring victory in life, that all we do may proclaim to the world, “He is risen, indeed! ”Through Christ, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit now and

forever. Amen.

 PRELUDE    Fanfare on Thine Is the Glory            Pozzi

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALL TO WORSHIP Beloved church, behold the victory of our God: Jesus, our Lord, has conquered the grave. 
Christ is risen! Alleluia!
Sin and death shall reign no more.
Christ is risen! Alleluia!
Let this place resound with joy.
Christ is risen! Alleluia! Thanks be to God.

† HYMN    Jesus Christ is Risen Today    Hymnal #232

PRAYER OF CONFESSION Lord Jesus, through the power of the Holy Spirit we have been raised from the waters of baptism to share in your glorious resurrection. Yet we have not lived as Easter people. We are unsure of your promise, confused about your will, and afraid in the face of danger. Like Mary, we weep at the tomb, but do not recognize your presence. Call us by name, risen Lord, that we may know you with confidence. Whenever we are tempted to fear death, give us courage to confess your Easter victory. Whenever we are distracted by petty conflicts, keep our minds on your reconciling love. Whenever we are overwhelmed by the power of evil, reveal again to us your triumph over the destructive powers of oppression. Forgive us our sin and let our lives be a testimony to your salvation through the love of God and by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Silent Confession)

ASSURANCE OF GRACE

 † SHARING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.

SCRIPTURE READING John 20:1-18

SERMON “Luminous, but Not Clear” Rev. Dr. Dave Burgess

† AFFIRMATION OF FAITH – Westminster Confession of Faith Shorter Catechism Question One What is our chief end? Our Chief end is to glorify God and to enjoy God forever 

OFFERING AND WORSHIP THROUGH GIVING -- One Great Hour of Sharing

† THE DOXOLOGY     Hymnal #607

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

SACRAMENT OF THE LORD'S SUPPER
Invitation to the Table
Great Prayer of Thanksgiving
Words of Institution
Sharing of the Bread & Cup
Prayer after Communion

† HYMN    In the Bulb There Is a Flower    Hymnal #250

 † CHARGE AND BLESSING

† POSTLUDE    LLANFAIR    Robertson

† You are invited to stand, as you are able.