Sunday, March 28, 2021 | 9:30 a.m.Rt. Rev. Clement W. Fugh, Presiding Bishop

Mrs. Alexia Butler Fugh, Episcopal Supervisor

Rev. Roosevelt Lindsey, Presiding Elder

The Reverend Dr. Larry E. Campbell ~ Senior Pastor ~ MinisterMobile: (951) 587-1894 ~ Email: larrycampbell@famepasadena.org

Our First Lady: Mrs. Melinda G. Campbell

The Reverend Dr. Jennifer Oliver ~ Itinerant Elder

The Reverend Lois Woodard ~ Itinerant Elder Superannuated (Retired)

The Reverend Nikia Smith Robert ~ Itinerant Elder (Affiliated)

The Reverend Rochelle Wright Moore ~ Itinerant Deacon

The Reverend Van E. White ~ Itinerant Deacon

The Reverend Homer Burnett ~ Local Elder

The Reverend Deborah West-Jones ~ Local Elder

The Reverend Tonya Turner ~ Local Elder

Dr. Phyllis Beech ~ Evangelist

The Reverend Van E. White ~ Executive Assistant/ Youth CoordinatorThe Reverend Dr. Jennifer Oliver ~ Administrative Assistant

Church Office Hours:Tues Wed 9:00a.m.-5:00pm. Thurs 9:00am.- 3:00pm. & 4:00pm.-7:30pm. Fri. 9:00am.-3:00pm

Closed for Lunch Daily: 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

Music MinistryBro. Timothy Davis, Minister of Music

Bro. Jimmy Watlington, Percussionist ~ Bro. Carlos Caldwell, Organist Bro. Darien Dorsey, Keyboardist

Sis. Karen Law, Women’s Chorus Director ~ Sis. Tonia Graham, Children’s Choir DirectorBro. J. Renard Washington, New Generation’s Choir

FREE WI-FI service is available on the FAME Campus by accessing FAME 1700. Password: 6267980503

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~ Order of Worship Experience ~Warning: This order of worship is subject to change without warning or prior notice --- everything is governed by the Sovereignty of the Holy Spirit.

~ Celebrating Palm Sunday ~

Praise & Worship

Doxology: “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”

The Call to Worship Bro. Frederick Caple

Leader: I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord, our feet shall stand within Thy gates O Jerusalem! (Psalm 122:1)

People: For a day in Thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. (Psalm 84:10)

Leader: Because of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek Thy good.

(Psalm 122:9) People: Those that be planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the courts of our

God. (Psalm 92:13)

Leader: Blessed are they that dwell in Thy house. Lord, I have loved Thy habitation, the place where Thy honor dwelleth. (Psalm 26:8)

People: For the Lord is in His holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before Him.(Habakkuk 2:20).

Leader: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord my strength and my redeemer. (Psalm 19:14)

Unison: O Sing unto the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things. Make ajoyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth, sing His praises. (Psalm 98:1, 4)

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The Hymn of Praise A.M.E. Hymnal #5/6

All Hail the Power of Jesus’ NameWords: Edward Perronet, 1726-1792

All hail the power of Jesus' Name!Let angels prostrate fall

Bring forth the royal diademAnd crown Him, crown Him, crown Him, crown Him Lord of all

Ye chosen seed of Israel's raceYe ransomed from the fall

Hail Him Who saves you by His graceAnd crown Him, crown Him, crown Him, crown Him Lord of all

Let every kindred, every tribeOn this terrestrial ball

To Him all majesty ascribeAnd crown Him, crown Him, crown Him, crown Him Lord of all

O that with yonder sacred throneWe at His feet may fall!

We'll join the everlasting songAnd crown Him, crown Him, crown Him, crown Him Lord of all

The Invocation Bro. Otis “OT” Triplett

Ministry of Music The Praise Team

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Scripture Lesson(Please Stand for the Reading of God’s Words)

Old Testament Bro. Ken McPheetersUnison: Zechariah 9:9-13 New Living Translation ~ Zion’s Coming KingRejoice, O people of Zion! Shout in triumph, O people of Jerusalem! Look, your king is coming to you. He is righteous and victorious, yet he is humble, riding on a donkey —riding on a donkey’s colt. [The Lord] will remove the battle chariots from Israel and the warhorses from Jerusalem. [He] will destroy all the weapons used in battle, and your king will bring peace to the nations. His realm will stretch from sea to sea and from the Euphrates River to the ends of the earth.

The New Testament Scripture Bro. Ray BoltonResponsive Reading: Matthew 21:1-11 (NIV) Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as KingLeader: As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of

Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them,and he will send them right away.”

People: This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet:  “Say to DaughterZion, ‘See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and on a colt,the foal of a donkey.’”

Leader: The disciples went and did as Jesus had instructed them. They brought the donkeyand the colt and placed their cloaks on them for Jesus to sit on. 

People: A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of himand those that followed shouted ….

“Hosanna to the Son of David!”“Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!”

“Hosanna in the highest heaven!”

Leader: When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?”

ALL: The crowds answered, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.”

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The Summary of the Decalogue Bro. Andrew Oliver LEADER: From all that dwell below the skies…SUNG: From all that dwell below the skies, Let the Creator’s praise arise; Let the Redeemer’s Name be sung, through every land, by every tongue.LEADER: Hear what Christ our Savior saith, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it: Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.SUNG: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. A~Men

Ministry of Music Praise Team

Abbreviated Announcements Announcement Clerk

-- MOFAME Moment --

Visitor’s Welcome Bro. Rodney Wallace

Pastoral Words

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The Offertory (Tithes ~ Gifts ~ Benevolent Offerings) ClergyThe following Electronic GIVING Platforms are creditable methods to GIVE to FAME:

#1. GIVELIFY -. Mobile Giving App available on the App Store. It’s easy to set up, just follow the guidelines.

#2. Cash App: $FirstAMEPASADENA

#3. Mail in your Tithes & Offering - If you would like to mail your tithes and offering by check or money order, please send it to: First AME Church, 1700 N. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103

#4. Drop off your Tithes & Offering - During business hours in the basket outside of the office

Thank you for your support and financial stewardship during these very difficult times.

Choral Response: “All things come of Thee, O Lord; and of Thine own have we given Thee. Amen.”

Sermonic Selection The Praise Team

Proclamation of The Word: Pastor Larry E. Campbell

The Invitation (Public/Private)

How to Join First A.M.E. Church of PasadenaPROFESSION OF FAITH. If you have never been a member of any church, you may join by professing Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior.

RENEWAL OF VOWS. If you have been a member of a church at one time, but have been in active, you may join by renewing your faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

TRANSFER. If you are a member of another African Methodist Episcopal Church and you are in good standing, you may join by requesting that your membership be transferred to the First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Pasadena.

AFFILIATE MEMBER. Sometimes an individual has reasons for keeping /his/her membership in another church but would like to be an active member of First African Methodist Episcopal Church, too. This is possible as an affiliate member._________________________________________________________________________________Clergy persons are available via telephone for one hour after this Worship service to receive your private invitation response or provide prayer for you. You are invited to contact us via one of the following numbers:

(626)798-0503(626)798-0504(626)798-0282

The Doxology The Benediction

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Scripture of the DayPalm Sunday. “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!” Luke 19:38

Quote of the Day“Palm Sunday's thought; Life is full of ups and downs. Glorify God during the ups and fully trust in Him during the downs.” –Author Unknown

Thought of the WeekPalm Sunday is one of the most important days of the Christian calendar.This day is the first of Holy Week, a time to reflect on the last week of Jesus’ life. Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, among coats and palms to celebrate the Passover. As Jesus rode by, the crowds cried out “Hosanna” to show their praise and adoration.In a matter of days, those same crowds that cried “Hosanna”, turned jeers and taunts towards Jesus as he was carrying the cross. Those same believers who were proclaiming their devotion to Jesus, were proclaiming to have Him crucified.It’s so easy to want to shake our heads in judgment at these crowds; to call them hypocrites. However, aren’t we just like them?We come to church on a Sunday and proclaim our “Hosanna” to Christ, but then on other days we stray and the adoration doesn’t show in our day-to-day.Christ carried the weight of our sins on the cross, He knew when He was riding on the donkey that the crowds would eventually change their tune.Even so, out of love He sacrificed Himself for our sins! God is continually shaping us so that our “Hosanna” to Him is evident in our hearts and in our daily lives.Throughout the upcoming Holy Week, as we reflect on the life and the sacrifice of Jesus, let’s pray that God will reveal to us what is holding us back from wholeheartedly living out our devotion to Him.

Humor of the WeekOnce there was a little boy named Johnny who was three years old. When it was Palm Sunday, he couldn't wait to go to church to find out what Palm Sunday was. But sadly, Johnny came down with the chickenpox. His parents hired a baby-sitter to take care of Johnny while they went to church. When they came home holding palm leaves, Johnny asked, "What are the palm tree leaves for mommie?" She replied, "When Jesus walked through the town, people waved palm leaves at him in respect." Johnny looked upset and said, "Wouldn't ya know? The first day I'm not in church, he shows up!"

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGSMarch 29, 2021 – April 4, 2021

Monday Elijah with Moses and Jesus Mark 9:2-8Tuesday John the Baptist, the New Elijah Mark 9:9-13Wednesday Elijah Sent to King Ahab I King 18:1-4Thursday Elijah Challenges Baal Prophets I Kings 18:20-26; 30-33; 36-39Friday Elijah in the Wilderness with God I Kings 19:1-8Saturday God Commissions Elijah for New Work I Kings 19:9-15Sunday King Ahab Prophet Elijah I Kings 18:5-18

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

GOOD FRIDAY CELEBRATIONThe Virtual Southern California Conference Ministerial Alliance “Seven Last Words” Celebration will be held on Friday, April 2, 2021 | 12:00 Noon. The following pastors will preach at the Good Friday service: 1st Word: Luke 23:34-35 Rev. Dr. Ralph Williamson Christ Our Redeemer, Irvine 2nd Word: Luke 23:39-43 Rev. Carolyn Baskin-Bell First AMEC Santa Monica 3rd Word: John 19:25-27 Rev. Marvin McKenzie Walker Temple AMEC 4th Word: Mark 15:29-34 Rev. Denise Jackson Prince Chapel AMEC 5th Word: John 19:28-29 Rev. Darryl Walker New Philadelphia AMEC 6th Word: John 19:30 Rev. Mercedes Tudy-Hamilton A.K. Quinn AMEC 7th Word: Luke 23:44-46 Rev. Dr. Barry Settle Allen Chapel AMEC, Riverside Everyone is encouraged to participate via the 5th District's Facebook and YouTube pages. 

RESURRECTION SUNDAY APRIL 4, 2021 SCHEDULE8:00 a.m. Virtual Children & Youth Easter Program

10:00 a.m. ~ Virtual Resurrection Service Men's Ministry - BIBLE STUDY

Time: Tuesday, April 6, 2021 | 6:00 PM Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89293347466?pwd=NzRxczF5cXJPK0xuRDBVVC9xSzAyZz09Meeting ID: 892 9334 7466; Passcode: 761980One tap mobile+14086380968,,89293347466#,,,,,,0#,,761980# US (San Jose)

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ANNOUNCEMENTS (Continued)Women's Ministry - BIBLE STUDY

Time: Tuesday, April 6, 2021 | 06:00 PM Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85700619461?pwd=RUpPQ3ZoZ0ViL2Z4SVdnTVJGNUdKZz09Meeting ID: 857 0061 9461; Passcode: 933892 One tap mobile +16699006833,,85700619461#,,,,,,0#,,933892# US (San Jose)

Virtual Steward Board Meeting: Saturday, April 10, 2021 | 9:00 a.m.Monthly Senior Ministry Zoom Gathering

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 | 11:30 a.m.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://zoom.us/j/98791107235?pwd=UHU3YVErUGtkYk1XU2UyT0Nqa3dSZz09Meeting ID: 987 9110 7235 Passcode: 454244One tap mobile: +16699009128,,98791107235#,,,,*454244# US (San Jose)

VIRTUAL DISTRICT CONFERENCEPresiding Elder Roosevelt Lindsey will convene the virtual Los Angeles (South) District Conference during the period Thursday, April 22 — Saturday, April 24, 2021. The zoom link and agenda will be forthcoming.

Virtual Official Board Meeting: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 | 6:30 p.m.-11-

FREE WALK -UP AND DRIVE THROUGH

COVID-19 TESTINGFirst African Methodist Episcopal Church

1700 N. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena

Testing is Open to Anyone*ID Required

Tuesdays and Thursdays (10 am to 5pm)Wednesdays (1 pm to 8 pm)

All are encouraged to pre-registered for the smoothest drive through experience. Initially we will not be set up to handle walk in appointments. 

Register at: http://bit.ly/aacec-famepasadena

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Prayer Request(s)Please notify the Church Office of Sick & Shut-in additions, deletions, or status/address changes.

Bishop & Supervisor Fugh Presiding Elder & Dr. Kaye Lindsey Rev. Dr. Larry & Melinda Campbell Rev. Homer & Norma Burnett Rev. Tonya Turner Rev. Rochelle Moore

Vannie Brown Olive Murphy Victor Sutphen Alan Family Delores Dixon Patsy Smith Barbara Ford Ethel Broussard James Emerson Clyde E. Brinkley Dove Family Emanuel Lyons Terry Wade Arzella Ross-Miller Gloria Cubit Gene Little Ernestine English Joyce Richey Buchanan Family Gwendolyn Flowers Isaac & Selene Cox Dwayne Thomas Darien Buckener Sam Jordan Patricia Allen Gene Clay Marcia Talbert Milloy Family Kim Flagg Family Shirley Taylor Griffin Family Jacquie McCombs Hazel Clark Andrew Oliver Wilma Haynes Henry Sharp Erica Woodard Dianne Lewis Family Peter Marquine Florene Thompson Jason Shirley Joshua Shirley Julian Shirley Florentine Shirley Jana Guidry Richard Perkins Family Joyce Richey Family

College StudentsLet’s continue to support and pray for our beloved College Students

Azhia Harris Kyarra Hampton Blaine Radley Tiffany Holmes Taylor Holmes Tanner HolmesCarlos Otaño  Kylee Sharp Cheyanne Rolison Aaron Ealy Elise Tervalon Chealuna Wright-OchoaElyse Sharp Shirley Magee Ahmad Harris

Sick and Shut-InsBettina Ayers Pasadena Meadows Nursing Home 150 Bellefontaine St, Pasadena, CA 91105Bernice Washington 1201 S. California Ave. Monrovia, CA 91016Bobby Thomas 1052 E. Morada Place, Altadena, CA 91001Charlene (CJ) Bradford 540 Fair View Ave # 35 Arcadia CA 91007Carrie Wynn 2602 Glen Avenue, Altadena, CA. 91001Delores Mitchell St. John of God Retirement and Care Center, 2468 S. St. Andrews Pl. RM 317 #1, LA, CA 91103Doris Curd P.O. Box 782 San Fernando. CA 94341Dorothy Plummer Montrose Springs Skilled Nursing Facility, 2635 Honolulu Ave. Montrose, CA 91020Eleanor Towler 975 E. Union Street, Unit #417, Pasadena, CA 91106Elois Blizzard P. O Box 3646 So. Pasadena, CA91031 Edmund Riddle RainCross At Riverside 5232 Central Ave, Room 220 Riverside, CA 92504Frank Denegal 650 N Oakland Apt. 103 Pasadena, CA 91104Gwendolyn Pitter South Pasadena Care Center 904 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030Jack Allen 2269 Santa Rosa Street. Altadena, CA 91001Jimmy Williams 217 N. Grandview Ave., Covina, CA 91723Joan Manley 52 W. Mountain View Street, Altadena, CA 91001Jo Ann Thomas 4027 Crossing Way. Stone Mountain, GA 30083Juanita Lawson 975 E. Union St. Unit #103, Pasadena CA 91103Juanita Smith 215 S. Hudson Ave. Apt. 2, Pasadena, CA 91101Juanita Hilson 1024 Royal Oaks Drive, Unit #809, Monrovia, CA 91016Kathryn Ray 580 MacDonald Street. Pasadena, CA 91103Linnie G. Nollie 2250 E. New York Drive. Altadena, CA 91001Malika G. Hendry P. O. Box 94082 Pasadena. CA 91109Mary Armistead 1135 Wotkyns Dr. Pasadena, CA 91103Mildred Lewis The Terrace at Park Marino 2587 E. Washington Blvd, Apt #232, Pasadena, CA 91107Olevia Brown 2621 Home Park Avenue. Altadena, CA 91101Queenie Williams 2518 N. Marengo Ave. Altadena, CA 91001 Richard Johnson 938 Huntington Drive, Duarte, CA 91010Ron Brown 2584 Catherine Road. Altadena, CA 91001Sam & Diane Jordan 1719 Freemont Ave, Apt #302, South Pasadena, CA 91030Shirley Ryan 408 E. Marigold Street. Altadena, CA 91001Trude Todd 900 Arwin St, Pasadena, CA 91103Rev. Van E. White 2956 S. Via Bela Maria, Ontario, CA 91762Zell L. Hill 375 Barthe Dr. Pasadena, CA 91103

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