First Presbyterian Church Neenah, WI

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1 First Presbyterian Church Neenah, WI

2 Welcome to Worship at First Presbyterian Church Neenah, Wisconsin We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in the life and ministry of our congregation. If you are new to First Presbyterian, please identify yourself by wearing one of the red roses found in the hymnal rack. We ask all present today to sign and read the friendship pads as they are passed down each pew and returned to the center aisle. This is an opportunity for us to know and greet one another by name at the end of the service. We invite you to join us for Easter Breakfast in the Fellowship Hall this morning, 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Join us in the Church Parlor for coffee after the 10:15 a.m. service. Childcare (infants and toddlers through 2 years old) is available throughout Sunday morning (7:45 a.m. 11:30 a.m.) in the nursery located next to Fellowship Hall. You are welcome to keep your infant or small child with you in church. If your infant or small child needs care or becomes uncomfortable during the service, you may leave and return as you wish. The audio portion of the 10:15 a.m. service can be heard in the chapel where you and your child are also welcome. Children are invited to pick up a worship bag and a Bible as they enter the Chapel for the 8:00 a.m. or the Nave for the 10:15 a.m. worship service. Please remember to return the worship bags to the stands and the Bibles to the shelves when worship concludes. Wee Worship: Following the Time for Children, children ages 3 years old through the first grade may leave to attend Wee Worship, located in the preschool room next to the library. Wee Worship is a developmentally appropriate sequence for worship that involves gathering, listening, thanking, and wondering. It is designed to allow children to know and experience God in a setting that is similar to a regular service but geared toward the young child. The Greeters are Deacon Debbie Griffith, who will be at the Doty Avenue entrance, and Elder Mary Boswell, who will be in the Cloister. The Ushers at the 8:00 a.m. service are Susan and Larry Wettering. First Presbyterian has a hearing loop for hearing aid users equipped with T-coils. Brochures explaining this new feature are available in the pews and on the information desk outside the Church Office. Large print hymnals and bulletins are available, please ask an usher.

3 Service for the Lord's Day Resurrection of the Lord/Easter March 31, :00 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. As the prelude begins, please prepare quietly for worship and be sure all cell phones are turned off. Prelude Choral Op. 37, No. 4 Joseph Jongen I Know My Redeemer Liveth (Messiah) Cayla Rosché, soprano G. F. Handel Introit That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright Arr. Praetorius Call to Worship Paul Huxtable (From The Book of Common Worship 1993 Westminster/John Knox Press) Alleluia! Christ is risen! The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia! God has done marvelous things. By God s great mercy we have been born anew into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead! * Hymn 123 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today EASTER HYMN * Prayer of Confession (From the Call to Worship Office of Theology and Worship, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and Geneva Press) God of Life, you reveal yourself to us in ways and in places where we least expect to find you. Amidst the decay of death and the paralysis of fear, we discover your bold and living presence among us, and begin to see just how good the story of our salvation really is. Yet we have turned away from you, refusing to acknowledge your gracious presence among us. We prefer clinging to our fears to embracing your hope. Forgive us, and touch us anew with your death defeating love, through Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord. (Moment for silent prayers of confession) * Congregational Response Hymn 574 Lord, Have Mercy Upon Us David N. Johnson * Assurance of Pardon Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us.

4 * Congregational Response Hallelujah! (Messiah) G. F. Handel (The congregation is welcome to join in singing.) * The Peace The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. (You are invited to share the Peace greeting with your neighbor saying: Peace be with you, and the neighbor responding, And also with you. ) Welcome and Invitation to Our Church Life A Time for Children (10:15) Prayer for Illumination Gina Struensee Scripture Readings Isaiah 65:17-25 Pew Bible (OT) p. 696 Hymn 115 Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain ST. KEVIN 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 Pew Bible (NT) p. 176 Luke 24:1-11 Pew Bible (NT) p. 90 Response: For the word of God in Scripture, for the word of God among us, for the word of God within us, Thanks be to God! Sermon THERE IS HOPE Richard Moore * Hymn 121 That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright PUER NOBIS NASCITUR * Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. Sharing of Our Gifts and Offerings (Please sign and pass the Fellowship Pads, noting other names as they are returned, and greet one another after the service.)

5 Offertory Easter (Five Mystical Songs) R. Vaughan Williams Luke Randall, baritone, and Chancel Choir * Doxology Hymn 451 (Stanza 4) Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones LASST UNS ERFREUEN O friends, in gladness let us sing, Supernal anthems echoing, Alleluia, Alleluia! To God the Father, God the Son, And God the Spirit, Three in One, Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! * Prayer of Thanksgiving (From The Book of Common Worship 1993 Westminster/John Knox Press) Eternal God, we praise you that your glory has dawned on us, and brought us into this Day of Resurrection. By your Spirit, lift us from fear and doubt, and set our feet in Christ s holy way, that our lives may be signs of his life and love. The Sacrament Of The Lord s Supper The Invitation and the Great Thanksgiving Prayer The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise... * Hymn PICARDY Holy, holy, Lord most holy. God of power and God of might; Heaven and earth reveal your glory, Hail, hosanna, Lord of light! Blessed be the coming Savior, Hail, hosanna, Lord of light! The Remembrance and Words of Institution Great is the mystery of faith. Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again.

6 Prayers of Intercession and Petition and the Lord s Prayer (debts & debtors) Sharing the Bread and Cup (8:00) At the indication of the usher, please come forward to the front to receive the bread and cup. Take a piece of bread from the plate, dip it in the cup and eat. Sharing the Bread and Cup (10:15) As you pass the bread and cup to one another, please say: The Bread of Life, The Cup of Salvation. Hymn 517 We Come as Guests Invited WIE LIEBLICH IST DER MAIEN Anthem God So Loved the World John Stainer Chancel Choir The Response The grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ be with you all. Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless God s holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul; and forget not all God s benefits. * Hymn 122 Thine Is the Glory JUDAS MACCABEUS * Charge and Benediction * Congregational Response Hymn 585 Amen McNeil Robinson Amen. Amen. Amen. Postlude Pièces De Fantaisie Carillan De Westminster, Op. 54 #6 ***************************** *Those who are able are invited to stand. Louis Vierne About Communion: All Christians are welcomed at the Lord s Table at First Presbyterian Church. Children are also welcomed to participate at the discretion of their parents. At the 8:00 service, you are invited to come forward for Communion. The ceramic chalice and plate are gluten free. At the 10:15 service, the congregation is invited to remain seated to receive Communion. Gluten free is available from the lead server in the center aisle. Please raise your hand as the server approaches if you wish to receive from the gluten free plate.

7 Adult Education takes place from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. every Sunday in the Meeting Room: Today April 7 Easter Breakfast in the Fellowship Hall But What Will I Say? Led by Amy Bertschausen, Executive Director, Samaritan Counseling Center Have you ever been afraid to talk to someone about their serious illness, a death in their family, or even a scandal that is public knowledge? Have you ever wondered what you could say, should say to a church member who you know is hurting? You are not alone! FEAR NOT say the scriptures. Come to this informal, but very informative session to learn some very simple dos and don ts when reaching out to friends, family, church and community members when times are hard. Couple s Night Out: Attention parents of young children! Hoping for a night out? Without the kids? Without hiring a babysitter? SPY (Senior Presbyterian Youth) can help you out! On Saturday, April 6, SPY members and advisors will be in the Church Nursery to provide free childcare, 5:30 p.m. 10:30 p.m., while you enjoy an evening out! If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity or have any questions, contact Tanya Schroeder ( or starshine42@gmail.com) to let us know the number and ages of the children you will be dropping off. The Membership Committee invites you to attend Family Movie Night on Friday, April 12, 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. featuring Wreck-It Ralph. Ralph is tired of being overshadowed by Fix-It Felix, the good guy star of their game who always gets to save the day. But after decades doing the same thing and seeing all the glory go to Felix, Ralph decides he s tired of playing the role of a bad guy. He takes matters into his own massive hands and sets off on a game-hopping journey across the arcade through every generation of video games to prove he s got what it takes to be a hero. On his quest, he meets the tough-as-nails Sergeant Calhoun from the first-person action game Hero s Duty. But it s the feisty misfit Vanellope von Schweetz from the candy-coated cart racing game, Sugar Rush, whose world is threatened when Ralph accidentally unleashes a deadly enemy that threatens the entire arcade. Will Ralph realize his dream and save the day before it s too late? Join us for this hilarious, arcade-game-hopping journey, pizza, soda, and fun! The cost is $2 per person (children 2 and under are free) for pizza and soda. Please bring a snack to share. Sign up outside the Church Office or call to let us know you will attend. See you there! Check out the "Volunteer from the Heart" table. The table is located near the Church Office Sunday mornings, 8:45 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Stop by and sign up to participate in the mission and ministry of our church. Parish Nurse Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 3 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 4 Please feel free to call Susan directly ( ) on her cell phone during these hours and to set up a time to meet with her. Thank you! The Church Office will be closed tomorrow, Monday, April 1.

8 THE EASTER FLOWERS THAT DECORATE THE CHURCH HAVE BEEN GIVEN BY... Jeanette Westfahl, in memory of Corine and Clarence Westfahl. Dick, Enid and Bob Lang, in memory of Emma and Al Lang. Sherry and Robert Miracle, in memory of loved ones. Virginia Hayes, in memory of family. Janet and Bill Engel, in memory of their parents. DannieSue and Paul Rivet in memory of Dona G. Petersen and Sharon Petersen. John Koskinen, in memory of Jean Koskinen. Sandra Hoppe, in memory of her husband, Curtis Hoppe. Lisa and Jeff Hesson, in memory of Mable Forde-Cobb, and in honor of Adriana Hesson. Scott Dickson, in honor of Peg and Jim Dickson. Helen and Jon Wauda, in memory of Ruth and George Wauda. Jessica and Nathan Kraft, in honor of Grandma Kraft and Grandpa Detmer. Jessica and Nathan Kraft, in memory of Grandma Detmer and Grandpa Kraft. Mary Helen and Peter Casper, in memory of Helen and Harold Van Dyke, and Jack Casper. Karen and Mike Dismer, in memory of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Reidar Strand and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dismer. Karlene Neubauer, in memory of Jack Neubauer, and Marge and John Neubauer. Lori and Nolan Knapp, in memory of Linda and James Fillbach. Linda and Ron Vanesky, in memory of Gert and Jerry Johnson, and Erna and Joseph Vanesky. Mary and Howard Kidd, in memory of Dorothy and Fritz Manson, and Helen and Howard Kidd. Carol Losse, in memory of Frances Casperson.

9 Bill Losse, in memory of Evelyn Losse. Kathleen E. Corley, in memory of John C. Harris. Judy Owen, in memory of Ruth and George Morse, and Gladys and Ralph Rude. The Richey Family, in memory of Granddad Richey. Dale Howe, in memory of Virginia and Dale Howe. Sue, Dan, Sandra, Jack and Charlie Began, in memory of Patrick Began. Jill Drake and Julie Owens, in memory of Naomi, Jerry and John Owens. Shirley and Jim Willis, in honor of family near and far. Sharon and Rolla Sanders, in memory of their loving daughter, Lisa. Anne Coons, in memory of Mary Lou Coons. William A. Daniel Jr, in memory of William A. Daniel Sr, Dolores Daniel, and Dora Daniel. Mary and Bob Boswell, in memory of Marge and Ed Boswell, and Gwen and Jim Sherman. Judy Angermeyer, in memory of Stevie and Howie Angermeyer. Paul Gross, in memory of Ella and Albrecht Gross. Mary Marcus, in memory of Allan Marcus, and Laura Jane and Harley Loker.

10 This Week Sunday, March 31 - Easter - Communion 8:00 a.m. Worship/Nave 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Easter Breakfast 9:15 a.m. Chancel Choir 10:15 a.m. Worship/Nave Monday, April 1 - Church Office Closed Tuesday, April 2 8:30 a.m. Yoga 9:30 a.m. Friendship Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Open Assisted Computer Lab 5:00 p.m. Pilates Class 6:30 p.m. Happy Friends Wednesday, April 3 9:00 a.m. Knitting Circle 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Thursday, April 4 8:30 a.m. Retired Men s Breakfast 4:00 p.m. Worship/Chapel 5:00 p.m. Yoga 6:00 p.m. Jubiloso Quartet 7:00 p.m. Praise Ringers Friday, April 5 6:30 a.m. Men s Fellowship 1:00 p.m. Chair Yoga 2:00 p.m. Textbook Bible Study #1 Saturday, April 6 5:30 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Couple s Night Out

11 Sunday, April 7 8:00 a.m. Worship/Chapel 8:40 a.m. Cherub/Youth Choirs 9:00 a.m. Booking Thru the Bible 9:00 a.m. Christian Education 9:15 a.m. Chancel Choir 10:15 a.m. Worship/Nave 11:30 a.m. Adult Work Trip Meeting 4:30 p.m. JOY Fellowship (Middle School) Worship Notes: The lyrics for the Offertory sung by Luke Randall and the Chancel Choir: Easter (Five Mystical Songs) Text: George Herbert Music: Ralph Vaughan Williams Rise heart; thy Lord is risen. Sing his praise Without delayes, Who takes thee by the hand, that thou likewise With him mayst rise; That, as his death calcined thee to dust, His life may make thee gold, and much more, just. Awake, my lute, and struggle for thy part With all thy art. The cross taught all wood to resound his name, Who bore the same. His stretched sinews taught all strings, what key Is best to celebrate this most high day. Consort both heart and lute, and twist a song Pleasant and long: Or, since all music is but three parts vied And multiplied, O let thy blessed Spirit bear a part, And make up our defects with his sweet art.

12 Pastoral Care: Because of HIPAA laws and privacy regulations, the church does not always hear about hospitalizations of our members. If you or family members experience a hospitalization, illness, or other need for pastoral care, please call the church office so that the pastors and parish nurse may be alerted. Stay in touch with the Church on Facebook! All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net, License A First Presbyterian Church 200 Church Street Neenah, WI (920) firstpresneenah@firstpresneenah.org Visit our website: Pastor: Richard J. Moore Associate Pastor: Paul Huxtable Director of Christian Education: Gina Struensee Director of Music: Steven Paul Spears Organist: Daniel O Connor Handbell Program Coordinator: Paul McKlveen Children s Choir Director: Cayla Rosché Sunday Worship: 8:00 a.m. in the Chapel 10:15 a.m. in the Nave Nursery care available during both services Thursday Worship: (First Thursday of each month) 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel Parish Nurse: Susan Jares Finance Manager: Laurie Stafford Office Manager: Tammy Sprague Office Assistant: Michelle Weber Custodian: Mick Horswill Janitor: Jeremy Pemberton