Welcome and Invitation to Worship
Praise Music
Celebrate Jesus – Don Moen
Were You There – Michael W. Smith
Call to Worship
Romans 10:9-10
“Come and share in the joy of Easter. Enter and sense the astonishment of the disciples. Be alive to the message of hope from the women. God is the Giver of life; Christ is the Redeemer of life; the Spirit empowers us for life. Alleluia! Christ is Risen!”
“If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.”
*Gathering Hymn: “Jesus Christ is Risen Today” - CCS 476
*Invocation
Light the Candle of Peace and Prayer for Peace
“God of All, Your Son’s resurrection brings new life and renewed hope. Help us to live as new people in pursuit of peace. Grant us wisdom to hear the cries of the oppressed and the courage to make a difference in their lives. Give us perseverance and the strength to be Easter people for a world in need. Amen.”
Disciples’ Generous Response
“We are challenged to give generously in ways that imitate God’s generosity to us. Giving according to our true capacity is a basic principle of discipleship. The story of Easter reveals God’s generosity to us. How will we respond?”
Collection of Offering and Prayer
Special Music: “Mercy Tree” - Lacey Sturm
Easter Message
SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION
Special Music: “Risen” - Shawna Edwards
Invitation to Communion
Blessing and Serving of the Bread
Blessing and Serving of the Wine
*Closing Hymn: “Because He Lives” - Easter Hymn
*Benediction
*Sending Forth
Send us forth to witness of the Risen Christ. Send us forth with renewed purpose as we strive to bring about Your kingdom. Amen.
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