Join us in the sanctuary at 10:30 on Easter Sunday (April 5) or click here to join us by Zoom as we emerge from the shadow of the cross to the dawn of Jesus’ victory over the grave! The service will begin with “Were You There” sung by Marian Drake before we transform the sanctuary from its graveclothes into the bright and hope-filled house of God’s love, with the help of our children who will flower the cross. We are grateful to welcome back the Gabrieli Brass Quintet. Ethan Miller will lead us in a unison prayer of illumination. Our children will sing “Here I Am, Lord,” led by Rev. Sam. The First Church Choir will sing the anthems, “Christ Has Broken Down the Wall,” by Mark Miller and “The Majesty and Glory of Your Name” by Tom Fettke under the direction of Dennis Turner. CJ Thayer will serve as our scripture reader with a focus text from Matthew 28:1-10 (the resurrection of Jesus). Rev. Amanda will preach a sermon entitled, “Living Witnesses.” We will celebrate the ancient feast of communion. For those joining us by Zoom, please prepare your table with the elements of bread and cup, which we will bless and break together. Join us for a service celebrating the joy of resurrection power!
Our children will begin worship in the sanctuary; following their special music, they will move to the Living Room for a special time with Rev. Sam. Following the sermon, they will return to the sanctuary to join us in communion. We invite youth to remain in the service. Nursery care will be provided in the Christian Education suite throughout all of worship.
Following worship, join us in the Community Hall for the Easter Pancake Breakfast hosted by our Care of Parish Commission. Gluten-free (and gluten-full!) and vegan pancakes will be available, and there will be more than enough for everyone. An egg hunt for our children in the sanctuary will follow.
Cover art: “Resurrection” by Janet McKenzie