Trinity United Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) 5151 Lennon Road, Flint, Michigan 48507 Sunday, April 8, 2012 Rev. Desiree Lawson, Pastor Thomas Huver, Music Director Telephone: (810) 720-5152 or (810) 720-5153 Web:www.trinityunitedpc.org e-mail:trinityunitedpc@yahoo.com
Resurrection Sunday Sunday, April 8, 2012 GOD GATHERS US AS A PEOPLE ++WELCOME /ANNOUNCEMENTS Liturgist Elder Delphine Holland PRELUDE Christ Is Risen!! Alleluia! Mark Hayes **GATHERING SONG O Come Let Us Adore Him (Power Point) PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP **CALL TO WORSHIP One: Glory to you, O God: People: On this day you won victory over death, raising Jesus from the grave and giving us eternal life. One: Glory to you, O Christ. People: For us and for our salvation you overcame death and opened the gate to everlasting life. One: Glory to you, O Holy Spirit People: You lead us into the truth. All: Glory to you, O Blessed Trinity, now and forever. Amen. **OPENING HYMN Christ the Lord Has Risen Today #123PH PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Unison: Almighty God, in raising Jesus from the grave, you shattered the power of sin and death. We confess that we remain captive to doubt and fear, bound by the ways that lead to death. We overlook the poor and the hungry, and pass by those who mourn; we are deaf to the cries of the oppressed, and indifferent to calls for peace; we despise the weak, and abuse the earth you made. Forgive us, God of mercy. Help us to trust your power to change our lives and make us new, that we may know the joy of life abundant given in Jesus Christ, the risen lord. Hear us now as we silently confess. ++Late comers, please be seated **Please stand, if you are able
ASSURANCE OF PARDON One: Hear and receive the good news. I declare to you, in the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. SUNG RESPONSE: Thank You Lord! (see insert) PRESENTATION We Didn t Know Youth & Children **PRAYER HYMN He is Lord (see insert) RESPONSIVE PRAYER FOR & THE LORD S PRAYER One: O Christ, in your resurrection, the heavens and the earth rejoice, Alleluia! By your resurrection you broke open the gates of hell, and destroyed sin and death. People: Keep us victorious over sin. One: By your resurrection you raised the dead, and brought us from death to life. People: Guide us in the way of eternal life. One: By your resurrection you confounded your guards and executioners, and filled the disciples with joy. People: Give us joy in your service. One: By your resurrection you proclaimed good news to the women and apostles, and brought salvation to the whole world. People: Direct our lives as your new creation. One: God of mercy, we no longer look for Jesus among the dead, for he is alive and has become Lord of life. From the waters of death you raise us with him and renew your gift of life within us. Increase in our minds and hearts the risen life we share with Christ, and help us to grow as your people toward the fullness of eternal life with you, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. The Lord s Prayer THREE-FOLD AMEN OFFERING/FAITH OFFERING OFFERTORY MEDITATION He is the Way Children s Choir ++Late comers, please be seated **Please stand, if you are able
**RESPONSE Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Hymn #592PH PRAYER OF DEDICATION MUSIC MINISTRY Combined Choir of: Adult, Youth & Children s Debbie Demning, Guest Musician Hosanna! We Cry SERMON TEXT: HEARING THE WORD OF GOD John 20:1-18 pg. #114(nrsv) SERMON: I TOLD YOU SO Rev. Desiree Lawson AS WE LEAVE TO LIVE OUR LIVES **CLOSING HYMN Because He Lives (see insert) **BLESSING and BENEDICTION **RECESSIONAL Hallelujah Chorus **Please stand, if you are able
Welcome Happy Easter! A warm, joyous welcome to all who gather to bear witness to the resurrection of Jesus, our King of kings! Preparation for Worship Christ is risen! Rejoice and be glad in this special day the Lord has made. Pray for our Special Care Members and Friends: Richard Holland, Alberta Burton, Ronald Ainsworth (Genesys), June Foltz, Ron Shirley, Sharron Alexander, Ernestine Moore, Larry Tilley, Connie Hutchins, Jean Lyttle, James Bonney, Arlene Gullett, Walter Ostrander, Daughter of Sharron Alexander (Mary), Addie Terrell, Denny Bonney, Joan Shirey, Celestine Bronson, Violet Flaming, Dr. Alfred Gwillim, Anne Lomax, Roy Olson, Margaret Peppler, Dr. Ernestine Jackson, Marjorie Rutherford, Betty Elford Bonnie Hurey (c/o D. Sullivan, 6760 Gold Finch, Clarkston,MI. 48436) Please remember our Special Care People A card or a call to show them you care, is always appreciated Please check your Church Directory for Addresses Please remember our Special Care People A card or a call to show them you care, is always appreciated Please check your Church Directory
Nursery Attendant Today: Bobbi Hardy Nursery Attendant Next Sunday: Karen Fischer THE NURSERY STILL NEEDS VOLUNTEERS TO SIGN-UP TO BE NURSERY ATTENDANTS, PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE Ushers Today: Audrey Resler, Gayle Kettler, Carolyn Terrell, Beverly Bronson Today s Greeter: Sharon Burton Acolytes for the month of April Undrea Fischer & Allison Bradley Acolytes for the month of May Shawntera Fischer
APRIL 2012 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 PALM SUNDAY CHILDREN S CHOIR RHEARSAL COFFEE HOUR: MEMBERSHIP 2 3 4 5 6 MAUNDY THURSDAY WITH COMMUNION 6:00 PM GOOD FRIDAY OFFICE CLOSED GREAT VIGIL OF 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 SUNDAY ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 2ND SUNDAY OF COFFEE HOUR: MRS. D. HOLLAND 22 23 3RD SUNDAY OF PW COORDINATING TEAM 10:30 AM PERSONNEL TEAM 11:00 A.M PROPERTY TEAM MEETING 10:00 AM SESSION 4:00 PM TRINITY BOWLING LEAGUE BEGINS PARENTS/ GRANDPARENTS 10:30 AM RUMMAGE SALE SET-UP 10 AM MEN S CHOIR 5:00 PM PRAISE TEAM REHEARSAL 6 PM MEN S CHOIR 5:00 PRAISE TEAM REHEARSAL 6 PM RUMMAGE SALE PASTOR ON VACATION APRIL 16TH-APRIL 29 24 25 26 27 28 BOWLING MEN S CHOIR 5:00 PM LITERACY BANQUET 5-8 PM 7 CHURCH RUMMAGE SALE FRIDAY & SATURDAY FROM 9:00 AM TO 5:00 P.M. EARTH DAY NAOMI CIRCLE 10 AM CHOIR REHEARSAL 6:00 PM 29 30 4TH SUNDAY OF COFFEE HOUR: THE RANDALLS Contact Info. For Rev. Desiree A. Lawson: Cell: (617) 501-1460 E-mail: revlawson@yahoo.com Drop-In Hours: Mon., Wed., & Fri. 10:00 am-3:00 pm Secretary Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm Did you know You can participate live-time with us each Sunday by visiting us online at our Website? Join Us at: www.trinityunitedpc.org PLEASE NOTE ON YOUR MAY CALENDAR: May 2nd Bowling/Christian Ed. @ 4pm; Mother/Daughter Luncheon 12 noon May 5th