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April 16, 2017
Easter Sunday
HALLELUJAH FOREVERMORE!
GATHERING AS ONE
Processional Hymn VU 155/157 “Jesus Christ Is Risen Today”
vv. 1, 4 from VU 155; vv. 2, 3, from VU 157
The grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ, the love of God, and
the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
And also with you.
Hallelujah! Christ is risen!
He is risen indeed! Halleujah!
Territorial Acknowledgement
Opening Prayer
Psalm Louise Thrale
Psalm 118: 1 – 4, 14 – 24 (VU p. 837 pts. 1-3)
Sung Response (Gloria)
Gloria! Gloria in excelsis Deo!
Gloria! Gloria! Alleluia! Alleluia! (repeat) VU 37
Children’s Time & Prayer
SERVICE OF THE WORD
Refrain
I know your Word,
your Word is a lamp to my feet, O God.
I know your Word,
your Word is a lamp to my feet, O God.
I know your Word is a lamp, O God,
to light my path forever.
I know your Word is a lamp, O God,
to light my path forever. MV 108
Scripture Lessons Louise Thrale
Epistle Colossians 3: 1 – 4
Hear what the Spirit is saying to her church.
Thanks be to God.
Gospel John 20: 1 – 18
The Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Hallelujah! Praise to Christ the Word.
Response Halle-, halle-, hallelujah!
Halle-, halle-, hallelujah!
Halle-, halle-, hallelujah!
Hallelujah! Hallelujah! (sing twice) VU 958
Music Judy Lillace
“Hail, Glad Festival Day”
—Venatius Forunatus/R. Vaughan Williams
Message Rev. David “Radical Celebration: Celebrate Resurrection”
SERVICE OF THE TABLE
Hymn VU 170 “O Sons and Daughters, Let Us Sing”
Call to Offering Choir anthem: “Joy Comes with the Dawn”
— G. Light
Doxology Halle-, halle-, hallelujah!
Halle-, halle-, hallelujah!
Halle-, halle-, hallelujah!
Hallelujah! Hallelujah! VU 958
Prayer of Dedication
Invitation to the Table You are welcome, without condition or reservation, to
come to the table of the risen Christ.
Passing of the Peace
The Great Thanksgiving The Lord be with you!
And with your spirit!
Lift up your hearts!
We lift them up to our God.
Give thanks to God!
It is good to give thanks!
We praise your name, hallelujah!
We praise your name, hallelujah!
Blessed are you, Living God . . . unending praise, singing:
O holy, holy, holy God, O God of time and space.
All earth and sea and sky above
bear witness to your grace.
Hosanna in the highest heaven,
creation sings your praise.
And blessed is the one who comes
and bears your name always! MV 203
Truly . . . The mystery of faith:
Sing Christ has died and Christ is risen,
Christ will come again!
Sing Christ has died and Christ is risen,
Christ will come again! MV 204
Therefore, in remembrance . . . forever and ever.
Amen, amen, O Holy One! Hosanna and amen!
Amen, amen, O Holy One! Hosanna and amen! MV 205
The Lord’s Prayer (sung) VU 959
Sharing of the Bread and Cup
Communion will be served by intinction. You are invited to come forward and
receive a piece of bread and dip it in the cup, and so receive in this way.
Prayer after Communion
GOING FORTH
Hymn VU 253 “Sing Your Joy”
Closing Prayer and Blessing May the blessing of God:
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit;
our Mother, Friend, and Comforter;
the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer of us all;
be with you today and always.
Hallelujah!
Recessional Hymn VU 164 “The Day of Resurrection”
Revelstoke United Church
80 Years of Seeking,
Loving, and Walking
314 MacKenzie Ave.
Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0
Phone/Fax: 250-837-3198
revelstokeunitedchurch.com
facebook.com/revelstokeunitedchurch/
@revelstokeUCC
Minister The Rev. David Cooke
Office Admin Beth Campbell
Music Director Marvin Dickau
Office Hours Monday to Thursday 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Happy Easter! A warm welcome is extended to each of you.
Visitors and newcomers are invited to sign our guest book in
the narthex and to join us in the hall after the service for
fellowship and coffee.
Revelstoke United Church welcomes and affirms the love of God for all
people regardless of race, class, gender identity or expression,
sexuality, creed, or ability. You are welcome no matter who you are.
