FIFTH S U N D A Y OF EASTER T H E T W E N T Y F O U R T H D A Y of A P R I L,

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1 FIFTH S U N D A Y OF EASTER T H E T W E N T Y F O U R T H D A Y of A P R I L, PEACHTREE ROAD, NE. ATLANTA, GEORGIA WWW. PRUMC. ORG

2 Morning Worship April 24, :45 & 11:15 am THE GATHERING Carillon Prelude Sally Westmoreland The Opening Voluntary Aria Flor Peeters ( ) At the sound of the bells, please prepare your hearts and minds for worship. The Call to Worship* Based on Psalm 148 Minister: You who are angels in disguise People: Praise the Lord! Minister: You who are shining lights People: Praise the Lord! Minister: You men and women of the choir, students, and prayer group members, People: Praise the Lord! Minister: Those on every street corner and every walk of life People: Praise the Lord. Praise the Lord, for God s name alone is exalted! Praise the Lord forevermore. PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING At the Procession,* Hymn 154 All Hail the Power of Jesus Name Coronation Invocation* Affirmation of Faith* The 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 Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at 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 Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

3 Gloria Patri * Charles Meineke Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Ritual of Christian Fellowship * ** The people are seated. Reception of New Members (8:45 am) Concerns and Celebrations of the Congregation We welcome each of you to this service! Please register your attendance on the Ritual of Christian Fellowship. Let us know if you are new, would like to become a member, or are interested in more information about Peachtree Road. We pray that this time together will be a blessing in your life. Pastoral Prayer The Lord s Prayer PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD At the Offertory, An offering is collected to support the work of Peachtree Road United Methodist Church sharing God s love with the world. Hymn 369* Blessed Assurance Phoebe P. Knapp, 1873 Prayer* Anthem Seek ye first Karen Lafferty (Twentieth Century) Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness. And all these things shall be added unto you, allelu, alleluia! Oh take no thought what tomorrow will bring, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink. For He knows you have need of these things; alleluia! Based on Matthew 6:33 The Parish Choir and Disciple Classes (8:45 am)

4 I will not leave you comfortless Carlton Young ( ) I will not leave you comfortless, I will come to you yet again; and your heart shall rejoice. Alleluia! Yet a little while and the world shall see me no more, but you shall see me, because I live, you also shall live. John 14:18-19 The Chancel Choir (11:15 am) At the Presentation* Hymn 95 Tune: Old Hundredth Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. The Gospel Lesson* Matthew 22:34-40 following the reading Minister: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! Sermon A Follower of Jesus Does These Two Things RESPONSE TO THE WORD Reception of 2016 Confirmation Class SENDING FORTH Benediction* Peace* Minister: People: The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you. Response* Tune: Edelweiss May the Lord, Mighty God, bless and keep you forever. Grant you peace; perfect peace, courage in every endeavor. Lift up your eyes and see His face and His grace forever. May the Lord, Mighty God, bless and keep you forever. Choir and Congregation Closing Voluntary Allegro, Variations on an Easter Theme John Rutter (b. 1945) Scott Atchison and Nicole Marane * Stand as you are able. ** Ushers will seat all those who are waiting. Please turn off all pagers, cellular phones and similar devices while in the Sanctuary.

5 Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available in the Narthex from any member of our usher team. Following the service, Stephen Ministers are available in the chapel for prayer and support. The Flowers on the Altar are Given to the Glory of God In Loving Memory of: Dale Smith by his wife, Dottie Smith, and children, Scott and Anne Smith and Bruce and Debbie Smith, and grandchildren. In Loving Memory of: Donna Bridges Jones and Raymond Allen Jones, Jr. by Ellen, Ray, Allen and Bradley Jones. In Celebration of the Wedding of: Cameron Sanders and Steven Mullens. Altar Flowers: If you would like to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, please contact Linda Schutte at Preaching: Liturgists: Music: Rev. Bill Britt, Senior Minister Matthew 22:34-40 Rev. Leslie Lyons Watkins, Associate Minister, Rev. Darren Hensley, Deacon, Luke Massee, Director, Middle School Ministries, Grace Southworth, Associate Director, Middle School Ministries, Susan Marshall, Director of Spiritual Initiatives, Janet Joiner, Scott Whitehead, Lead Confirmation Teacher Scott Atchison, Director of Music and Organist, Nicole Marane, Associate Director of Music and Associate Organist, The Chancel Choir, The Parish Choir Holy Communion Moore Chapel, 9:00 am Rev. Jamie Jenkins, Minister of Visitation Jeremy McElroy, Assistant Organist New Traditions Harp Student Center, 11:15 am Rev. Matt Nelson, Associate Minister 5 Moore Chapel, 5:00 pm Rev. Matt Nelson, Associate Minister Dakin Andone, Worship Leader For information on upcoming worship services please visit

6 Announcements. April 24, 2016 Complete details at Join us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter. Sign up to receive our weekly E.newsletter by using the red pads in your row. TODAY 6th Grade Confirmation Today, 8:45 & 11:15 am, Sanctuary All 6th grade students who choose to declare their faith in Jesus and join PRUMC will be confirmed. We warmly welcome our confirmands into our church family at both services today! Kingdom Journey Interest Breakfast Today, 9:00 am, Confirmation Room Bring the Scriptures to life by experiencing comprehensive study of the Bible, mission work, field trips and guest speakers. This is a two-year study of the Bible concluding with a trip to the Holy Land. Open to rising 9th and 10th graders and their parents. Join us! Welcome Class Today, 10:00 am, Hospitality Suite If you are new to Peachtree Road, please join us for a time of fellowship and conversation to learn more about us. For more information contact Mimi Brunson at mimib@prumc.org. An American Songbook Concert Today, 3:30 pm, Sanctuary Explore the culture and landscape of our country through song. Music from American composers presented by Clarke Harris, countertenor and Jeremy McElroy, piano. $10 suggested donation. UMKF Grand Finale and 5th Grade Celebration Today, 5:00 pm, The Loft & Soccer Field 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders - let s honor our graduating 5th graders with a fun send-off, complete with games! $10 includes taco dinner. RSVP at Be a Champ Send a Kid to Camp! Going to summer camp is a great part of growing up. For many low income children and youth in Atlanta, it is just a dream. You can make their dream of going to camp come true by giving to Be a Champ Send a Kid to Camp. Peachtree Road s Camp Scholarship Program serves the Peachtree Road Recreation Department Sports and Activity Camps in conjunction with Action Ministries, Humphries Elementary School students going to Camp Grace, and other deserving children served by Peachtree Road partnering agencies. You may donate online at or by using the envelope in today s bulletin. Thank you! WORSHIP Services Music & Arts Sunday Sunday, May 1, 2016 Festival of Praise He s Got the Whole World in His Hands 8:45 & 11:15 am, Sanctuary Enjoy glorious music with all choirs and festival brass. Rev. Don Saliers will once again design and lead worship. Congregational Luncheon 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Grace Hall Join your church family for a springtime luncheon. Menu includes grilled chicken, spring pasta, seasonal vegetable, fruit and dessert. $9/$5/$25. Congregational Art Exhibit 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Grace Hall Enjoy a wonderful display of our talented members works. Highlights include art by Peachtree Seeds of Light Studio, PRUMC s Needlepoint Guild, PRUMC s Baptismal Needlepoint Guild, Elise Thomason designer of PRUMC s dogwood emblem, PRUMC s Flower Guild and much more! Music & Arts Doxology Mother s Day Concert Sunday, May 8, 10:00 am, Moore Chapel Join Doxology for I Believe, the program they ve prepared for their upcoming England tour, In John Wesley s Footsteps. Hear the scripture and music program they ll perform at Oxford s University Church of St. Mary the Virgin, at John Wesley s Chapel in Bristol, and at the Methodist Central Hall in Westminster. All Sunday School classes are welcome! LEARN Summer Study: Half Truths Thursdays, starting May 19, 7:00 pm, B118 Deidra Harrell will lead a 5-week study on Adam Hamilton s book, Half Truths, which explores clichés we often think are in the Bible. RSVP at www. prumc.org/register.

7 CONNECT Children & Families If Not You, Who?! Who will help build a firm foundation of faith for our children? You! We have many flexible opportunities for you to be an important part of our children s faith development. Contact Martha Christopher at marthac@prumc.org. Summer Family Worship Sundays, starting May 29 During the relaxed days of summer, our 1st - 5th grade children may join their families in worship. 8:45 am, Traditional Worship in Sanctuary 11:15 am, Traditional Worship in Sanctuary 11:15 am, New Traditions in Harp Center 5:00 pm, 5 in Moore Chapel Children s Ministry Summer Camps Sign up now at Mission Camp June 6-8, 9:30 am 1:00 pm Children (completed K-5th) and their parents serve others in our community. VBS June 27-30, 9:30 am 12:30 pm Children (4 yrs as of 6/1/16-4th grade) sing, craft, share and play! 5th grade can be Youth helpers. Students & Confirmation Students End-of-the-Year Picnic! Sunday, May 1, 5:00-7:00 pm, Harp Center Come celebrate the end of the school year with a BBQ picnic! There will be plenty of food and games to celebrate a great school year before everyone starts exams. Student Summer Mission Trips High School Trip: June 5-12, Nicaragua Middle School Trip: July 10-16, Asheville, NC Join us on one of our awesome mission trips this summer! We ll serve others in need and make lifelong friends and memories. Registration and required forms at Adults Wednesday Seasoned Saints Lunch, 12:00 pm Program, 1:00 pm, C106 Apr 27 One Night With The King movie May 4 Friendship Bingo, bring wrapped $5 gift May 11 Deputy James Mickel, Personal Safety Day Trip to Gainesville Botanical Gardens Tuesday, April 26, Depart 9:00 am, Wait list only! $35. Contact Julie Gohring at Men Men s IMPACT Dinner with Russell Davis Thursday, May 12, 6:00 pm, Atlanta Fish Market Join Russell Davis of UMC Conference Camping & Retreat Ministries for dinner and discussion. $50. RSVP at UMW Southern Summer Sampler Fundraiser! Saturday, August 20, 6:30 pm, Red Brick Brewery Get your tickets now for a pig roast, low country boil, live music and a fantastic auction. Guys welcome! $50 at All proceeds will benefit a Street Boys home in Kenya. Food & Fellowship April 27 Weekly Wednesday Meals Lunch: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, Grace Hall Grilled chicken, rice pilaf, veggies Dinner: 5:00 to 6:45 pm, Grace & Heritage Hall Baked meatball ziti, salad, fruit Hospitality Volunteers Needed! Party on Peachtree, Monday, July 4, 7:00 am Volunteers needed to help with set up, distribution of bottled water and take down. To volunteer, please contact Mimi Brunson at or mimib@prumc.org. SERVE Local Outreach Peachtree Road Partners with School on Westside As part of a new initiative on the Westside, Peachtree Road will partner with a new Pre K - 8 STEM Academy to open in August. To get involved in this exciting new venture contact Beth Spencer at beths@prumc.org. Global Missions Upcoming Global Mission Trips Join us! For more information contact Anne French at or annef@prumc.org. May 27 - Jun 4 Georgia May 28 - Jun 5 Belize (Young Adult) FULL June 5-12 Nicaragua (Student) July Nicaragua (Family) FULL October Georgia Nov 27 - Dec 3 Belize

8 IF YOU ARE NEW Welcome! Welcome to Peachtree Road United Methodist Thank you for worshiping with us today! We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in our worship, program and service life here at Peachtree Road. Our hope is to make a warm, caring community that you can call home. To keep up with PRUMC events, services and more we invite you to visit us at find us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. Sign up to receive our weekly E.newsletter by using the red pads in your row. Welcome New Members! A warm Peachtree Road welcome to all those who joined on Sunday, April 17. Katy and Sean Kelly Sandy and Paul Smith Jon and Brennan Stewart Photos can be found in our online album New Members 2016 at Welcome Classes Sundays, April 24 and May 1 10:00 am, Hospitality Suite If you are new to Peachtree Road, please join us for a time of fellowship and conversation to learn more about our church, campus, programs and community. For more information contact Mimi Brunson at or mimib@prumc.org. Coming Up at Peachtree Road Today Confirmation Sunday 9:00 am Kingdom Journey Meeting 9:45 am Confirmation Brunch 10:00 am Welcome Class 3:30 pm American Songbook Concert 5:00 pm UMKF Celebration May 1 Music & Arts Sunday 9:00 am Artists Exhibit 10:00 am Welcome Class 11:00 am Congregational Luncheon 5:00 pm Student Picnic May 8 Mother s Day 10:00 am Doxology Concert Sunday Schedule Try one of our many Sunday worship offerings! The hour you spend here will help refocus and refresh your faith. Childcare is available in our nursery for children ages 6 weeks to 2 years each Sunday. 8:45 am Traditional Worship 9:00 am Holy Communion 11:15 am Traditional Worship 11:15 am Worship & Praise for 3rd - 5th grade 11:15 am New Traditions Contemporary Worship 5:00 pm 5 Casual Worship Small Groups In a small group, you can experience friendship, support and learning within the greater church community. Feel free to visit many classes and groups to find the one that is right for you. Adult Sunday School Sundays, 10:00 am, B and C Hallways Contact Karla Daniel at karlad@prumc.org. Interest-Based Small Groups Contact Julie Wright at juliew@prumc.org. Joining Peachtree Road New Members are welcomed into the congregation during our Sunday morning worship services at 8:45 or 11:15 am. You may transfer from another Methodist church, transfer from another denomination or join for the first time on Profession of Faith. For more information please contact Mimi Brunson at or mimib@prumc.org. Connect With Us Online You can learn more about our church community by visiting our website at Visit the About Us section to meet the staff and members of the congregation. Check out our Worship pages to view a live webcast of our 11:15 am worship service, or watch videos of previous sermons, services and events. News, blogs and event registrations can be found under the News & Events menu.