THE CHURCH AT LITCHFIELD PARK A house of prayer for all people, Aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God
April 5, 2015 WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Easter Sunday 8:00 a.m. The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People. CHIMES WELCOME & REGISTRATION PRELUDE Fanfare for Resurrection Day P. Edwards He Lives A. H. Ackley Arr. P. Edwards Allyn Swanson, Scott Reading, Trumpets; Donald Harvey, French Horn; Sam Cohen, A.C. Williford, Trombones; Van Katz, Percussion BRINGING IN THE LIGHT CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP Alleluia, He Lives Joel Raney CALL TO WORSHIP: L: On this glorious Easter Day, we have come to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. My sisters and brothers, let us rejoice: Alleluia! P: Alleluia, Jesus is Lord of all the earth; He is the King of creation! L: On this most holy of days, the One whom people thought to destroy has risen triumphant from the tomb. My sisters and brothers, let us rejoice: Alleluia! P: Alleluia, Jesus has died and is risen! L: On this holy day, we celebrate our new life in the risen Christ; through the death of Jesus, the weight of our sin has been lifted from us; through His glorious resurrection, we have become sons and daughters of God. My sisters and brothers, let us rejoice: Alleluia! P: Alleluia, come, let us praise the living God! Amen. SPECIAL MUSIC An Easter Celebration Craig Courtney When led, the congregation will please rise and sing: HYMN Christ the Lord Is Risen Today No. 367 (Verses 1, 2 & 4) CONFESSION OF THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY: L: Let us recite together the Apostle s Creed as our confession of faith: P: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe 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, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe
in the Holy Spirit, one holy Universal Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. L: Let us now pray together the prayer our Lord taught us: P: 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. ANTHEM Crown Him With Many Crowns G. Elvey/L. Larson SCRIPTURE READING Romans 6:3-5; Hebrews 2:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:55, 57 SERMON Nothing to Fear Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. HYMN Christ Arose No. 357 OFFERTORY At the End of the Sabbath Olie Speaks Pam Justice, soloist DOXOLOGY No. 815 Christ the Lord Is Risen Today No. 367 Love s redeeming work is done. Alleluia! Fought the fight, the battle won. Alleluia! Death in vain forbids Him rise. Alleluia! Christ has opened paradise. Alleluia! BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Celebrate Jesus! Arr. Weber ROMANS 6:3-5 Don t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. If we have been united with him like this in his death, we will certainly also be united with him in his resurrection. Hebrews 2:14-15 Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might destroy him who holds the power of death and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. 1 Corinthians 15:55, 57 Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting? But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these. 3
April 5, 2015 WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Easter Sunday 9:15 a.m. The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People. CHIMES WELCOME & REGISTRATION PRELUDE Fanfare for Resurrection Day P. Edwards He Lives A. H. Ackley Arr. P. Edwards Allyn Swanson, Scott Reading, Trumpets; Donald Harvey, French Horn; Sam Cohen, A.C. Williford, Trombones; Van Katz, Percussion BRINGING IN THE LIGHT CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP Alleluia, He Lives Joel Raney CALL TO WORSHIP: L: On this glorious Easter Day, we have come to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. My sisters and brothers, let us rejoice: Alleluia! P: Alleluia, Jesus is Lord of all the earth; He is the King of creation! L: On this most holy of days, the One whom people thought to destroy has risen triumphant from the tomb. My sisters and brothers, let us rejoice: Alleluia! P: Alleluia, Jesus has died and is risen! L: On this holy day, we celebrate our new life in the risen Christ; through the death of Jesus, the weight of our sin has been lifted from us; through His glorious resurrection, we have become sons and daughters of God. My sisters and brothers, let us rejoice: Alleluia! P: Alleluia, come, let us praise the living God! Amen. SPECIAL MUSIC An Easter Celebration Craig Courtney When led, the congregation will please rise and sing: HYMN Christ the Lord Is Risen Today No. 367 (Verses 1, 2 & 4) CONFESSION OF THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY: L: Let us recite together the Apostle s Creed as our confession of faith: 4
P: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe 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, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, one holy Universal Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. L: Let us now pray together the prayer our Lord taught us: P: 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. ANTHEM Crown Him With Many Crowns G. Elvey/L. Larson SCRIPTURE READING Romans 6:3-5; Hebrews 2:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:55, 57 (Page 3) SERMON Nothing to Fear Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. HYMN Christ Arose No. 357 OFFERTORY At the End of the Sabbath Olie Speaks Pam Justice, soloist DOXOLOGY No. 815 Christ the Lord is Risen Today No. 367 Love s redeeming work is done. Alleluia! Fought the fight, the battle won. Alleluia! Death in vain forbids Him rise. Alleluia! Christ has opened paradise. Alleluia! BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Celebrate Jesus! Arr. Weber CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these. 5
April 5, 2015 WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Easter Sunday 10:45 a.m. The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People. PRELUDE Crown Him with May Crowns Arr. Larson WELCOME & OPENING PRAYER PRAISE OF CONGREGATION Christ the Lord is Risen Today Kenny Dye, guitar, Lee Miller, bass, Van Katz, drums Samuel Arnold SPECIAL MUSIC Light of the World C. Quilala/I. McIntosh SCRIPTURE READING Romans 6:3-5, Hebrews 2:14-15, 1 Corinthians 15:55, 57 (Page 3) SERMON Nothing to Fear Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. PRAISE OF CONGREGATION Resurrection Hymn S. Townend and K. Getty OFFERTORY Hallelujah L. Cohen adapted by K. Mooney Lisa Collier, soloist My Redeemer Lives Reuben Morgan I know he rescued my soul, His blood has covered my sin. I believe, I believe. My shame he s taken away, my pain is healed in His name. I believe, I believe. I ll raise a banner cause my Lord has conquered the grave. My Redeemer lives, my Redeemer lives. My Redeemer lives, my Redeemer lives. 1998 Hillsong Music Publishing, CCLI Song #2397964 BENEDICTION POSTLUDE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Kincaid Walter Kinnie Blair Belle Kinnie CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print bulletins are available for use during the service. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these. 6
Announcements for April 5, 2015 Take time to check out what s happening Ignite & Pulse Youth Groups Prayer Shawl Ministry Wednesday Nights Family Movie Night Worship Committee Women s Retreat Bible Studies Ladies Who Lunch Video Church Women s Fellowship The office will be closed tomorrow, Monday, April 6. IGNITE AND PULSE YOUTH GROUPS The Youth Groups will not meet tonight so that the youth can celebrate Easter with their families. We will resume on Sunday, April 12, at 5:00 p.m. in Souers Hall. WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAMS Dinner this week will be fish n chips, slaw, Jello, and cookies. Programs will include G.O. Kids Rec. Room, G.O. Kids, Chancel Choir, Heavenly Handbells, CLP Café, and Adult Bible study. See the weekly calendar for times and locations. WORSHIP COMMITTEE OPENINGS The Worship Committee is looking for a few more volunteers to assist with ensuring that the sanctuary is prepared for services. Our work is done behind the scenes as opposed to standing up in front of the congregation. Participation requires a minimal time commitment normally just before the service you regularly attend. If this sounds like an interesting opportunity to serve your church, please contact Jim Anderson at (520) 870-6972 or oldsarge1706@live.com. BIBLE STUDIES The Tuesday Bible study will resume on April 7, at 10:00 a.m. We will be studying the Book of Acts. All you need to bring is your Bible. Wednesday night Bible study will focus on the Book of Esther. This study will begin on April 8, at 6:45 p.m. Please bring your Bible. 7
VIDEO CHURCH! If you are finding yourself feeling a little squeezed at church today because of the crowds or if you just want to enjoy watching church on a big screen with a cup of coffee, please be aware that all church services are broadcast live in Souers Hall each week. Additionally, if you are traveling or are at your summer home or if you simply want to listen to part of the church service again, an audio and video copy of the weekly church service is available on the church website along with newsletters, bulletins, and other information. Please be aware that because of the need for editing, the audio/video of the church service is posted on the website a few days after church. PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY The next meeting for the Prayer Shawl Ministry is Thursday, April 9, 1 3:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room North. Our prayer shawls provide warmth and comfort and remind those who are suffering that others care about them. The prayer shawls will be displayed in church on April 12 so that church members can offer their prayers of comfort and healing. If you are interested in being a part of this ministry, please contact Nancy Montgomery at mamadough@cox.net or (623) 670-8122. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT Bring your camp chairs or sleeping bags along with family and friends and join us for Big Hero 6 on Friday, April 17, at 6:00 p.m. in Souers Hall. This PG rated film is a 2014 American 3D computer-animated superhero action comedy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. Hotdogs, popcorn and drinks are provided. Please sign up in Souers Hall between services. WOMEN S RETREAT Final day of registration for the W.C.S.F. Women s Retreat, Seasons of Our Lives, is Sunday, April 12; all payments are due on that date. No registrations will be taken today. Rev. Kerri Sandusky and Aimee Wickersham will be facilitating the study. The retreat will be held at the Homewood Suites/Hilton Garden Inn in Avondale on Friday-Saturday, April 24-25. Cost is $100 per person with a $50 minimum due at registration. The event includes Friday night gathering reception, Friday night dinner, room based on triple occupancy, Saturday breakfast, Saturday buffet lunch, speakers, crafts, music, fellowship, devotionals and Holy Communion. Full and partial scholarships are available; inquire at registration. If you have specific questions, please contact retreat chair Chris Martin at chrismartinaz@cox.net or (623) 979-8503, or W.C.S.F. president Marcy Clement at meclement14@gmail.com or (602) 471-1395. 8
LADIES WHO LUNCH Enjoy a great lunch and fellowship with other women! Come join the Ladies Who Lunch on Tuesday, April 14, at 12:30 p.m. at BJ s Restaurant and Brewhouse, 9748 W. Northern Ave., Peoria. Your R.S.V.P. is required by noon Monday, April 13, to insure adequate seating. You can sign up in Souers Hall on Sunday, or contact Kathy Christensen at (623) 536-1207, speedbmp68@hotmail.com; or Chris Martin at (623) 979-8503, chrismartinaz@cox.net. Come join us bring a friend; all women are invited! WOMEN S FELLOWSHIP Circle 1 Circle 1 will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 8, at the home of Wanda Jacobs, 31 S. Esperanza in Litchfield Park. Please call Wanda at (623) 536-9949 for more information or directions. Circle 4 Thursday, April 9, at 11:30 a.m. at La Loma, 14154 S Denny Blvd., Litchfield Park will be the spring luncheon. Co-hostesses will be Dorothy Crowell and Ida Stafford. The cost of the luncheon will be $10.00. Please call Marilyn with any questions at (315) 559-6231. Circle 3 Circle 3 will meet Wednesday, April 22, at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be at Bella Luna at Litchfield and Indian School Road in the Safeway Shopping Center, with individual checks from a designated menu. Please call Jane Holdcroft, hostess, at (623) 935-2125 to R.S.V.P., or email to Diane Piehl at walterdianepiehl@cox.net. 9
Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 May 3 PREACHING SCHEDULE 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Communion Service Rev. Kerri Sandusky Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. SSgt Kristen Allen A1C Robert Grotefend SFC Lance Otzmann MAJ Travis Allen CW3 Brian Hall Shirley Parks Lt Col Shawn Anger Capt Damon Juarez Lt Dan Pauley EO Matthew Barton PFC Jay W. Klement, II HTFN Deacon Price MAJ Joe Bemis PFC Ralph Lawson MK1 Robert Rodriguez SFC Jamil D Bush Kyle P Lee MAJ Brendan Rowe 1st Sgt Christopher Cameron SSgt Tommy Little Lt Col Doug Seymour MAJ Douglas Charters CM3 Ryan McElhaney 1 st Lt R Jacob Stucky 2 nd Lt Taylor Clarke Capt Hank McKibban SSgt Derek Adrian Urban SPC Anthony Collier MAJ Ryan Maple DOD Civilian Derek Urban Lt Col Lyle Dawley Phillip Miller, Seal Team Capt Brad Walgren, Chaplain Capt Malia DuMont SFC Donald S. Montgomery SSgt Margaret Wilson PFC Cody Fridley PV2 John Mulquin, Jr. 2 nd Lt Jacob Zalewski Lt Col Mike Gantt PFC Daniel Zimmer Please call the church office at (623) 935-3411 to change or update this list. 10
EASTER LILIES April 5, 2015 Tim & Terry Alexander Travis & Suzanne Allen In memory of Rick Garrison In honor of our families Jim & Karen Russo Anderson In honor of the love of family Ron & Judy Anderson Jay & Dolores Angus Anonymous Jackie Bomgardner Don & Suzanne Boyer Don & Suzanne Boyer Don & Suzanne Boyer John & Pattie Bumann Cindy Busalacchi Cindy Busalacchi Jerry & Kathy Christensen Bill Crause Healing for Mom Jane Anderson To God be the Glory!! Gift to the homebound He is risen In memory of Don s deceased wife, Norine In memory of Don s parents, Jess & Myrtle In memory of Suzanne s parents, Bill & Doris Fuller In memory of Eddie Janas In rembrance of Helen Busalacchi In rembrance of daughter, Kristie In memory of our departed family Giving thanks for Judy s recovery from surgery 11
EASTER LILIES April 5, 2015 Bill & Judy Crause Jim & Diane De Carlo The Denofsky Family The Denofsky Family Julia Duff Lily Early Phil Easley Ned & Linda Hannah Jay & Patty Helm Helen Heyl The Steven Hill Family The Steven Hill Family Judy Hilt Cynthia Hoak Aileen Hopely In memory of parents and loved ones Praise be to God In remembrance of our grandparents and our dads In honor of our moms In loving memory of Dick In memory of my mother In memory of my parents, Phil & Arlene Easley In remembrance of Hillary & Hannah families In celebration of family, past and present My family In memory of Lemoyne Baum In memory of Roy Hill In memory of Gilbert & Viola Patterson In memory of Mom and Dad In memory of Dr. Dale L. Hopely, Sr. 12
EASTER LILIES April 5, 2015 Aileen Hopely Travis & Jacque Hough Al & Dorothy Jueckstock Pam Justice Sharri Kankel Daryl & Mary Kemper Richard & Brenda Morgan Don & Mary Morrison Ernest & Marilyn Nagy Mary Patch The Pearson Family Mike & Dee Perez Cline & Judy Preble Grant & Joan Ragsdale, Jane Way Tim & Deb Rilley In memory of Darrin Hopely Family In memory of Ernest & Mabel Pyle and Alphonse & Betty Jueckstock, Sr. In memory of Carla Justice In honor of my family Happy Easter In memory of loved ones Family members that are now with our Lord In honor of families In memory of departed family In memory of Anita Annucci and in celebration of His love In memory of my father, Norm In memory of our parents In loving memory of our parents Megan loving daughter & mother 13
EASTER LILIES April 5, 2015 Shirley Robinson The Sager Family Roger Smith & Marjie Klebe William & Molly Todd William & Molly Todd Lou & Lois Tronzo Cal Vaudrey Harold & Cheri Waltman Harold & Cheri Waltman Jane Way Jerry G. West Jack & Sue Wetzel The Wilson Family In memory of my husband, Robby Happy Easter A church for all people In memory of our parents, Wayne & Maude Marth In memory of our parents, William & Arlene Todd In memory of Nellie Hutchison and Lou & Babe Tronzo In memory of Denice In memory of Bob & Norma Morrison In celebration of family In loving memory of Gordon Way In memory of Shirley H. West In loving memory of departed family He Has Risen! Happy Easter 14
Calendar for the Week of April 5, 2015 Today, 04/05/2015 INFORMATION TABLE - In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship 6:00 a.m. SUNRISE WORSHIP SERVICE in Palm Court 8:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 8:00 a.m. NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2 9:15 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2 nd grades) in Classroom 3 9:15 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (3 rd -5 th grades) in Classroom 4 10:45 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 10:45 a.m. PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2 10:45 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2 nd grades) in Classroom 3 10:45 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (3 rd -5 th grades) in Classroom 4 Monday, 04/06/2015 OFFICE CLOSED 12:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House Tuesday, 04/07/2015 10:00 a.m. BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall 12:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House Wednesday, 04/08/2015 9:30 a.m. CIRCLE 1 off site 12:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 4:30 p.m. HEAVENLY HANDBELLS in Sanctuary 4:30 p.m. G.O. KIDS REC ROOM in Classroom 6 4:30 p.m. CHIMIN IN in Fireside Room North 4:30 p.m. CLP CAFÉ in Souers Hall 5:00 p.m. NURSERY 5:00 p.m. V.I.P. in Fireside Room North 5:30 p.m. JOYFUL NOISE in Classroom 2 5:30 p.m. BOOK CLUB in Classroom 4 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER in Souers Hall 6:45 p.m. BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall 6:45 p.m. G.O. KIDS in Classrooms 3 & 4 6:45 p.m. CHANCEL CHOIR REHEARSAL in Choir Room 6:45 p.m. CIRCLE 6 in Watt House Thursday, 04/09/2015 11:30 a.m. CIRCLE 4 off site 1:00 p.m. PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY in Fireside Room North 6:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 7:00 p.m. CARILLON HANDBELLS in Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. MISSIONS in Fireside Room North Friday, 04/10/2015 1:00 p.m. PRAISE TEAM REHEARSAL in Choir Room 12:00 p.m. RN RECOVERY GROUP in Watt House 1:00 p.m. WOMEN S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall 6:30 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 8:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House Saturday, 04/11/2015 1:00 p.m. SCHOLARSHIP INTERVIEWS in Zieske Hall 15
ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY SENIOR PASTOR............................................ Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. ASSOCIATE PASTOR.............................................Rev. Kerri Sandusky DIRECTOR OF MUSIC............................................... Dr. Sue Kujawski ORGANIST/PIANIST...................................................Debra Weber LITURGIST........................................................... Bill Crause USHERS............... 8:00 a.m.............lou & Lois Tronzo, Mike & Marilyn Woodruff, Stuart & Mary Wilkening, Richard & Brenda Morgan 9:15 a.m................joe & Dolores Broski, Tom & Rita Kaiser, Ted & Sarah Pearson, Robert Gimbl, Nana Hamlin 10:45 a.m................. Ron & Joan Smith, Peter & Dana Dale, Paul & Jody Hess, Ken & Chris Martin WELCOME BOOTH............................ Ron & Judy Anderson, Larry & Ann Schluter ACOLYTES.............. 8:00 a.m.........................abby Gilbert, Rowan Gilbert ACOLYTES.............. 9:15 a.m...................... Jordan Armijo, Gabriel Downing Sacrament of Baptism Kincaid Walter Kinnie Blair Belle Kinnie Parents: Gary & Amanda Kinnie Grandparents: Sandra Van Stee Bob Kinnie & Anna Tyszkowski Godparents: Brian & Yvonne Kinnie The Church at Litchfield Park 300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560 Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org The Ministers of this Church are its members Assisting them are: Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritus Mona McCash, Organist Emerita 16