He Is Risen! - Cary Presbyterian Church
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He Is Risen! - Cary Presbyterian Church
He Is Risen! CARY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 8:30 AND 11:00 AM APRIL 5, 2015 614 Griffis Street, Cary, NC 27511 (919) 467-8700 www.carypresbyterian.org A Time for Prayer and Personal Meditation Strip away the perfect lilies…across the chancel steps, the bright reflecting sight and sound of brass, and the white and gold of paraments and stoles…and you are left with a report, some bloodstained bandages in a vacated garden cave, several startled temple guards, a gaggle of bewildered witnesses, and through all this, a dawning hope, so strange yet sure it drives you trembling to your knees, groping for fresh syllables and sounds to shape this ever new, yet ancient cry. The Lord is risen…risen indeed! ORDER OF WORSHIP Upon entering the sanctuary, note the somber mood, due to the absence of light, reminiscent of the stone-cold tomb where the body of the crucified Jesus lay. As the women came to the tomb to anoint the body of their beloved Master, may we come to the tomb with reverence and gratitude for his sacrificial love. Call to Worship Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Unison: This is the day that the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad it! The stone that the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone; this is the Lord’s doing; it is marvelous in our eyes. For our Lord is risen. He is risen, indeed! Our Lord is risen. He is risen, indeed! Alleluia! Amen! *Processional Hymn Jesus Christ Is Risen Today *Call to Confession Leader: People: Leader: Unison: No. 123 Rev. Miles-Allen In the glorious light of Christ’s resurrection, our sinfulness is exposed. Trusting in the steadfast love of the Lord, let us confess our sin. *Prayer of Confession O God of the empty tomb, we come to this joyful Easter Day focused on the lilies, but do not let us look past or forget the cross. Remind us again of the tomb of death, now empty. Remind us again of Mary's tears of sorrow, now joy. Remind us again of Peter's words of denial, now proclamation. O God of the empty tomb, as you weave extraordinary patterns into our ordinary lives, forgive our complacency and initiative to right the wrongs we see. Forgive our taking for granted your good gifts of creation. Forgive our -2- holding fast to the dark rather than walking in the light of your love. O God of the empty tomb, open us to all the possibilities and promises of life resurrected. Lead us into the light, and make of us a new people in Christ. Amen. *Kyrie Lord, Have Mercy Upon Us No. 572 Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us. *Assurance of Pardon and Declaration of Forgiveness Leader: People: Unison: What a day, Easter Day, God's dawn of new hope, new mercy, and new life! On this Easter day and every day, we can journey together as God's people, forgiven and made whole. Thanks be to God! Alleluia! Amen! *Response CCLI# 3015474 Time with the Children (8:30) -3- Sacrament of Baptism (11:00) Today we celebrate the baptism of Silas Anthony Drumheller, son of Skyler and Sarah Drumheller, born October 14, 2014. Questions to the Parents Questions to the Congregation *The Apostles’ Creed Thanksgiving Over the Water Administration of the Sacrament Welcome and Presentation p. 14 With joy and thanksgiving, we welcome you, Silas, to share with us in Christ’s ministry, for we are all one in Christ. Jesus Loves Me! (v. 1) No. 304 Jesus loves me! This I know, for the Bible tells me so; Little ones to Him belong; they are weak, but he is strong. Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so. *Hymn Prayer of Illumination Matthew 6:13 John 20:1–18 New Testament Readings Leader: People: NT, p. 6 NT, p. 114 This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Homily Our Temporary Home Dr. Allen Offering of Our Tithes and Gifts Offertory Anthem On the Third Day Chancel Choir -4- Pote *Hymn of Preparation The Day of Resurrection (vv. 1 & 3) -5- Invitation to the Lord’s Table Great Prayer of Thanksgiving Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: Leader: People: The God of early mornings be with you. And also with you. People of the first day, lift up your hearts! We lift them up to the One who makes every day Easter! People of Easter joy, give thanks to the One who is Lord and Savior of All! We offer our hallelujahs to the God of steadfast love. . . . Therefore, we join our glad songs of Easter, with those in every time and place, who sing to you their praise: . . . Great is the mystery of faith: Sin is conquered; death is defeated; Christ is risen! Alleluia! Amen! Words of Institution -6- Distribution and Sharing of the Elements The congregation is invited to hold the bread and then the cup until all are served. When passing the bread, you may say, “The body of Christ, given for you.” When passing the cup, you may say, “The blood of Christ, shed for you.” Communion Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer *Closing Hymn Hymnal p. 16 Thine Is the Glory No. 122 *Charge and Benediction Leader: People: *Response And let all God’s people joyfully say: Alleluia! Amen! Thine Is the Glory (Refrain) No. 122 Thine is the glory, risen, conquering Son; endless is the victory thou o’er death hast won. *Postlude I Know That My Redeemer Lives arr. Biery Please remain standing until the acolyte and worship leaders have left the sanctuary. Acolytes: 8:30 a.m. – Clarisse Miles-Allen 11:00 a.m. – Sam Bryant Lay Readers: 8:30 a.m. – Rachel Campbell 11:00 a.m. – Ben Kadlec Special thanks to Evan Henry and Kirsten Nielsen for providing trumpet music to enhance our worship service this morning. Today, all the symbols that marked our journey through Lent and Holy Week have been removed. In their place, we find lilies shaped like trumpets, heralding the good news that the Risen Christ has defeated the powers of sin and death! As an important part of this morning's processional, we will also see a flowered cross, symbolizing the new life which is ours and the world's in Christ Jesus our Lord! Let all God's people joyfully say: "He is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Amen!" -7- WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR THE LOVELY EASTER FLOWERS GRACING OUR SANCTUARY Given in Loving Memory of: Loved Ones by Tom & Jeanne Bolick Gary Govert, friend, by Mike & Betty Boyd Daniel Cecil Johnson, husband, father, grandfather, by Cathy Johnson, Stephanie & Matt Hancock and Nolan & Jennifer Bryant William & Elsie Dunning and Edwin & Hilda Burke, their parents, by George & Penny Burke Harold & Bettye Martin, Judy’s parents, by Saiid & Judy Davari Mohammad Davari-Nejad, Saiid’s father, by Saiid & Judy Davari Bill & Mozelle Williams, Gwen’s parents, by Yates & Gwen Fletcher Kathy Giesbrecht, daughter, by Peg Giesbrecht Francis Giesbrecht, husband, by Peg Giesbrecht Gary Govert, husband, by Ellen Govert Alice McNeely Herring, mother, by Alex & Kim Herring Their Parents, by Wayne & Fay Honeycutt Joan Malinofski, their daughter-in-law’s mother, by Wayne & Fay Honeycutt Jack Kissiah, husband, by Ellen Kissiah Richard & Mary Lawrick and Rick Lawrick, Greg’s parents and brother, by Greg & Sue Lawrick Jim Sansom, husband, by Donna Long Debra Lowry Johnson, daughter, by Bob & Mary Lou Lowry Paul W. Ogle, husband, by Sandy Ogle Given in Honor of: Cira Mervin, friend, by Mike & Betty Boyd Spencer, Gracie, Haley, Hannah, Sarah, Anabelle and Wyatt, their grandchildren, by George & Penny Burke Aghdas Davari-Nejad, Saiid’s mother, by Saiid & Judy Davari Our CPC Family, by the Donkins and G-Ma Holden Jon Holloway’s baptism, by Great Uncle Jon Ferguson Ragland and Sallie Fletcher, by Yates & Gwen Fletcher -8- Colby and Gracie Gibbs, their grandchildren, by Henry & Onita Gibbs Dora Gibbs, Henry’s mother, by Henry & Onita Gibbs Jane Dunbar, sister, by Ellen Govert Betty Gang and Mike Heiss, friends, by John & Barbara Harvey DONORS MAY TAKE THEIR LILIES HOME FOLLOWING 11:00 WORSHIP. WELCOME to Cary Presbyterian Church. Worship is central to our community life together – a time to connect with God and each other. The following resources are available to enhance your worship experience. Nursery care for children (birth to age 6) during worship, including an infant nursery in Room 209 Children’s bulletins and worship cart with books, Bibles, activity sheets, and suggestions to engage children in worship Assistive listening devices Large-print hymnals and worship bulletins Lumbar support cushions Designated fragrance-free area in first four pews in front of pulpit Friendship pads to sign and pass down the pew and back Ushers to lend a helping hand To learn more about Cary Presbyterian Church: Stop by the Welcome Center in the Narthex for information about our church, our programs, and our mission. Call the church office at 919-467-8700, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit our website at www.carypresbyterian.org. ANNOUNCEMENTS For more information about the following announcements and activities on the calendar, visit the church website at www.carypresbyterian.org or review the April Link. No Youth meetings today Flower Book – The flower book in the Narthex still has many available dates. If you would like to donate flowers in celebration of a special event or in honor/memory of a loved one, please sign up today. Monday, April 6 – Holiday – Church Office closed -9- Donations for the Care Packages for College Freshmen are requested by April 6. Look for the box in the Narthex. Suggestions include: non-perishable snack items; school supplies such as sticky notes, pens and highlighters, and notes of encouragement for final exams. The packages will be about the size of a shoe box. The North Carolina Presbyterian Historical Society will hold its Annual Spring Tour on Friday and Saturday, April 10-11, in the beautiful colonial town of Edenton. Registration is $21. Visit www.ncphsociety.org, or contact Program Chair Sam Martin at 910-428-4165 for the schedule, registration form, and address. Nursery Changes — As of April 12 (next Sunday), we will be making some changes in our nursery ministry. First, the infant nursery will be moving downstairs to the preschool wing so that all the nurseries are on the same hall, allowing for better communication and parental contact. Additionally, we will offer three nurseries during the 11:00 a.m. worship service: infants — Room 121; ages 1-3 years — Room 120; and ages 4-6 years — Room 124. We will continue to ask you to serve in this important ministry. To sign up visit: http://www.signupgenius.com/ go/20f054aaba82cab9-spring1 Meet, Greet and Eat — In response to many requests, the CPC Elders invite YOU to join them on Sunday, April 12 in the Fellowship Hall right after the 11:00 a.m. service for conversation, light finger foods and beverages suitable for the whole family, just before heading out to take on another week. We look forward to seeing you there! Memorials and Endowment Committee Announces its Grant Cycle for 2015—Open April 15 — The application deadline is June 15. Approved grants will be announced in August, with funds disbursed in September. Grant applications as well as policy guidelines are available in the church office or at www.carypresbyterian.org. Please contact Brian Short with any questions at [email protected] or (919) 395-8790. Potluck Lunch to Honor Barb Munch — Congregational Fellowship Team will host a potluck lunch on April 19 (Youth Sunday) following the 11:00 a.m. service to honor the long and faithful service of Barb Munch and to wish her well as she moves to Pennsylvania. The congregation is invited to join us. Corrections — The bios of our newest members that were in the bulletin on March 29 stated that Rochelle Diggs, Russell Diggs, Brian Derwart and Susan Lamatrice all joined by Letter of Transfer, which was incorrect — they all joined by Reaffirmation of Faith. - 10 - THIS WEEK AT CARY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday, April 5 7:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 6 Tuesday, April 7 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 Thursday, April 9 8:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:45 p.m. Friday, April 10 Saturday, April 11 Sunday, April 12 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Sunrise Worship Service/ Communion (Outdoor Chapel) Worship Service/Communion Intergenerational Sunday School — An Easter Walk — Seeing the Risen Christ Worship Service/Communion/ Baptism HOLIDAY – CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED Board of Deacons (102) Cub Scouts 232 (FH) Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team (P) Carying Place (FH/Various) Boy Scouts 232 (101/103/105) Girl Scouts 418 (Upper Level Ed Bldg) CPC Green vs. Peace Pres. (Thomas Brooks – Field 6) Cool Books Club (Peg Giesbrecht’s home) CPC White vs. Penny Rd. Nazarene (Thomas Brooks – Field 6) Stewardship Team (102) Hannah Circle (P) Ruth Circle (102) Coping Creatively with Cancer (101/103/105) Youth and Families Team (103) Library Team (L) Personnel Team (P) CPC White vs. 1st Baptist White (Middle Creek – Field 2) Missions Team (L) CPC Green vs. TCC Green (Middle Creek – Field 1) Centering Prayer/Richard Rohr’s The Naked Now (105) CA Youth Mock Lock-in Confirmation Retreat 3 (FH) Worship Service Sunday School Worship Service Coffee Hour (FH) Youth Choir Rehearsal (Choir Rm) SH Youth (101/103/105/FH) Mom’s Group - 11 - Church Staff The Rev. Dr. D. Kyle Allen, Pastor The Rev. Jennifer A. Miles-Allen, Associate Pastor The Rev. Dr. David V. Voss, Parish Associate Medora B. Hix, Director of Christian Education Angie H. Keith, Director of Preschool Edward T. Yasick, Director of Music Deb A. Bundesen, Office Manager Barbara S. Carew, Finance Manager Mandy L. Nester, Parish Nurse Ron A. Norris, Building and Grounds Manager - 12 -