Alleluia! He is risen!

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1 EASTER SUNDAY MARCH 27, 2016 Easter Morning Mosaic, Resurrection Chapel, Washington National Cathedral, Washington, D.C. Alleluia! He is risen! THE PEOPLES CHURCH 200 W. Grand River Ave. East Lansing, MI ThePeoplesChurch.com

2 CHURCH OFFICE Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Friday and Sunday mornings. Call Rev. Andrew Pomerville ext Senior Pastor apomerville@thepeopleschurch.com Rev. Drew Filkins ext Associate Pastor dfilkins@thepeopleschurch.com Betsy Aho ext Licensed Minister/Campus Ministry Director eaho@thepeopleschurch.com David Forsberg Licensed Minister/Pastoral Care dforsberg@thepeopleschurch.com Jacob Gates ext Youth Director jgates@thepeopleschurch.com Phyllis Grummon ext Office Assistant pgrummon@thepeopleschurch.com Rob Keith ext Children s Christian Education Director rkeith@thepeopleschurch.com Dana Johnson ext Preschool Director djohnson@thepeopleschurch.com Andy Mayville ext Facility Director amayville@thepeopleschurch.com Gerri Nichols ext Hospitality Director gnichols@thepeopleschurch.com Dee Przybylski ext Office Administrator dprzybylski@thepeopleschurch.com Matt Treadwell ext Communications Director mtreadwell@thepeopleschurch.com Dr. Jonathan Reed, Music Director Elizabeth Reed, Children s Music Director Judy Kabodian, Organist office@thepeopleschurch.com COUNCIL OF ELDERS Elders meet at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Robertson Room. Cal Kerr, Chairperson elders@thepeopleschurch.com All Are Welcome Whether you are young or old, rich or poor, doubtful or hopeful no matter where you are in your faith journey, YOU are welcome here. For those with children, be assured that noises and wiggling are signs of a church that is alive and growing; your entire family is welcome in worship. Worship is both personal and communal, formal and informal, intimate and casual. Here at The Peoples Church, we recognize that people come to worship God in both joy and pain, faith and doubt, with laughter and with tears. Our worship tries to reflect a desire both for meditation and celebration. Please know you are invited to participate in any and all ways you feel led. Our songs, prayers, words and actions are the works of imperfect people trying to worship a perfect God. MAKE A GIFT ONLINE ThePeoplesChurch.com/GIVE

3 EASTER SUNDAY ORDER OF WORSHIP MARCH 27, 2016 Prelude Jubilate Healey Willan Choral/Brass Introit Easter Fanfare Paul Fetler Sanctuary Choir directed by Dr. Jonathan Reed Welcome to The Peoples Church! Rev. Andrew Pomerville Call to Worship (from the Didache, 1st Century) Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Jesus Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Lord, may your whole church soon be gathered together. from the ends of the earth into your kingdom; for yours is the glory and power, through Jesus Christ, forever and ever, Amen. Gathering Hymn Jesus Christ is Risen Today No. 232 (Please stand if able.) Prayer of Confession O God, week after week you arise, gathering your people, proclaiming your word of life, feeding us with food that is eternal, sharing your Spirit, and renewing the face of the earth. O God, transform us by this resurrection, that we may embrace all that you have made and live toward the justice that you intend through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Choral Response First Reading Acts 10:34a, (Pew Bible Page 1,102; Large Print 1,674) Children s Moment

4 Passing the Peace of Christ (Please stand if able.) The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Anthem He Is Risen! Craig Courtney Second Reading Mark 16:1-8 (Pew Bible Page 1,022; Large Print 1,554) Sermon Resurrection: To Be Continued... Rev. Andrew Pomerville Prayers of the Connect2TPC # TPCsermon (During the pastoral prayer there will be a time to offer prayers of joy and concern, voiced aloud or silently for and on behalf of others.) 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen. Thanksgiving and Dedication of Gifts Offertory Lift High The Cross arr. Craig Courtney Act of Praise Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. Prayer of Dedication Blessed God of great gifts: This morning we give you praise, and we give you thanks! With resurrection humming in our hearts, our minds are tuned to your song of peace! We joyfully present these gifts to you, a tangible chorus of thanksgiving, a harmony of hope for your kingdom come! Amen.

5 Sending Hymn Christ is Risen! Shout Hosanna! No. 248 Those who would like to join the Sanctuary Choir to sing the Hallelujah Chorus are invited to come forward during the Sending Hymn. Music will be available. Benediction (Please stand if able.) Benediction Response Hallelujah Chorus from Messiah G.F. Handel Postlude The Strife Is O er, the Battle Done arr. Michael Helman JESUS CHRIST IS RISEN! On behalf of the elders and staff here at The Peoples Church, thank you for joining us. Whether you are a visitor, regular attendee or long-time member, you are part of our family today and you are always welcome here. - Pastor Andrew COMMUNION WILL BE SERVED in the McCune Chapel beginning 15 minutes after the conclusion of each worship service this morning, for those who wish to receive. All are welcome at the communion table. Please note: the Church Office will be closed Easter Monday, March, 28. Alleluia!

6 2016 Easter Lily Dedications The Lilies on the Cross were gifted by Renate Carey in loving memory of James Carey. IN MEMORY OF... Daisy T. Angell by her daughter, Jann Angell My parents, Kathryn & Hugh, and brother, Fred by Ken Beachler John & Dagmar Breck, James & Ginny Blakeney and Rick Blakeney by Christine Blakeney & David Breck Edna & Wilbur Brookover and Larua & Ernest Hillmen, Jr. by George, Patty, & Eliza Brookover Stanley & Doris Brower and Marie Brower by David Brower Our parents, Norris & Jean Bryson and Clarence & Irene Coffman by Carol & Sandy Bryson Our mother, Marilyn Cornelius by her daughters Julie, Anne, Kate & Marilyn My parents, Harold & Vivian Laser by Sandy Laser Draggoo Ruth & Julie Eddie by Kim Warren Eddie Carol O. Ekern by Fran Ekern Roy H. Heil by Marion & Susan Heil Loved ones by Mary Henry Greg Hilton by Suzette E. Hilton Donald H. Huldin, M.D. by Lois Huldin George & Libby Kohl by Linda & Rachel Kohl John B. Kreer by the Kreer & Bratzel Families Son & daughter-in-law, Craig & Kim Hale and husband, Jim Cooke by June Marsh Our wonderful parents by Michael & Betty Moore Bud Nilson by Jerry & Val Nilson Our parents, Larry Gieseler and Joe & Roselyn Perron by Ray & Janet Perron Our grandparents, Jack & Polly Reed and Tom DeSimone by Hallie & Christopher Reed Robert E. & Zoe Hicks, Tom Moriarity, Irving & Ruby Ronk and May Lohr by The Ronk Family

7 IN MEMORY OF... My husband, Dr. Walter Scott by Barbara Scott William & Adele Longhway, Gerry Longhway, Wayne & Glenna Steinkamp, Charles & Margaret Steinkamp, and Bernie Steinkamp by Bob & Margie Steinkamp David Van Looy by Dorothy, Chip & Denice Van Looy Thomas H. Vaughn and Steward B. Hoffman by Merrilyn Vaughn-Hoffman John Liechty and our parents by Steve & Lana Wagner My precious wife, Peggy by Randy Wirth IN CELEBRATION OF... Our grandchildren, Jack, Caroline, Abigail & Michael Dooley by Ron and Carol Dooley Paul s graduation from East Lansing High School by Dee & Dave Przybylski Our family, Mike, Jena & Caitlyn, Josh & Anna, and Sonny-Boy (our beloved cocker) by Paul Traviglia & Jennifer Hood IN HONOR OF... Ted & Jo Hacker and Len & Mary Lapka by Alex Lapka The many volunteers who work to make our world a better place by Barbara McMillan Our Parents by Cathy & Rob Privette Grandmother, Jean Andrews by John Stroup TO THE GLORY OF GOD Paul Babbitt Jack & Margaret Bates Jack & Jean Draper

8 CONNECT GROW SERVE SHARE NEW MEMBERS CLASS MAR. 30 & APR. 3 Are you interested in becoming a member of The Peoples Church? New Members Classes will be offered at 6:30 p.m. on Mar. 30 during Wednesday Night Live! and following the 10:30 a.m. worship service on Apr. 3. Contact the Church Office to RSVP. Childcare is available upon request. All are welcome. PERU MISSION REPORT Mar. 30 Campus Ministry students who traveled to Villa El Salvador, Peru, during Spring Break will report on their work with our partners at Los Martincitos at 6:30 p.m. on Mar. 30 in the Robertson Room as part of Wednesday Night Live! Join us at 5:30 p.m in Snider Social Hall for our weekly community meal. SAVE THE DATE: STRAWBERRY BRUNCH The Women of Peoples Church invite you to their spring Strawberry Brunch at 10 a.m. on May 10 in the Snider Social Hall. Proposed changes to the WPC Constitution are available for review at the Welcome Center. WORSHIP SERVICE AT THE MARQUETTE Pastor Andrew leads a 2 p.m. worship service on the first Sunday of each month at The Marquette retirement community at 5968 Park Lake Rd. in East Lansing. BURCHAM HILLS BIBLE STUDY THURSDAYS Pastor Andrew leads an evening Bible study from 6:15 to 7 p.m. each Thursday at the Burcham Hills Retirement Community in East Lansing. All are welcome. PEOPLES FORUM APR. 3 The Peoples Forum will return on Apr. 3, as we welcome MSU neurologist Dr. David Kaufman, who will speak with us about sports concussion injuries. Join us at 9:30 a.m. in the Robertson Room. All are welcome. MONDAY MORNING BIBLE We study the Bible each Monday at 11 a.m., looking at key stories, events and themes throughout. Join us anytime. MEN S GROUPS TUES. & WED. Our Tuesday Men s group meets each week at 7 a.m. in the Robertson Room. Our Wednesday Men s Group meets each week in the Fischbach Library at noon. DONATIONS: USED BOOK SALE Book donations are being accepted for the annual Used Book Sale which benefits The Peoples Church Fischbach Library. Donations may be dropped off on the stage in the Snider Social Hall. Please do not leave donations in the library, church office or at the Welcome Center. Donations will be collected until May 19, The sale takes place during the East Lansing Art Festival, May DONATIONS: WPC JEWELRY SALE Gather up pieces of treasured jewelry no longer worn, purses, silver, watches, fine art, frames, table linens, quilts, purses and puzzles (no belts, ties, holiday items or furniture) and take them to the church office. The Jewelry Sale will be during the Art Festival in May. ThePeoplesChurch.com