The Consummation of God’s Plan

Easter Sunday

The core of the Christian faith is the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This Easter Sunday worship speaks to the Easter Story. Our gospel reading from John describes the confusion and excitement of the first Easter: the stone is moved, disciples race back and forth, and angels speak to a weeping woman. Then, Jesus himself appears.

WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP

Prelude: “Easter Hymn”, Healey Willan and Noel Rawsthorne, and “Toccata in d minor”, Bach

Introit: “He is Risen”, Michael Jothen

Welcome and Announcements

Gathering Hymn: “Jesus Christ is Risen Today”

Apostolic Greeting

Hymn of Praise

Prayer of the Day

First Reading: Isiah 25:6-9

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Choir Anthem: “Risen Indeed”, Joseph M. Martin

Children’s Time

The Bells of Hope: “Trumpet Tune”, Henry Purcell, arranged by Martha Lynn Thompson

Gospel Acclamation and Gospel: John 20:1-18

Sermon: “The Consummation of God’s Plan”, Pastor Dan Severson

Sermon Hymn: “Now All The Vault of Heaven Resounds”

Apostles Creed

Prayers of Intercession

The Lord’s Prayer

Offertory Music: “Christ is Risen”, Austin C. Lovelace

Benediction

Sending Hymn: “Alleluia! Jesus is Risen”

Dismissal

Postlude: “Hallelujah Chorus”, Handel