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Easter Sunday April 16, 2017
10:30 a.m.
Ou r Mission:
Gro wing in Sp irit
Living as D isciple s
Se rving God’s World
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WE GATHER IN GOD’S NAME
Welcome and Announcements
Passing of the Peace
Leader: The peace of the Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Special Music “Mercy Tree” Joseph Martin
Chancel Choir
Hymn “Jesus Christ Is Risen Today”
Prayer of Confession
Gracious and Merciful God, forgive us for not always realizing that
we need your renewal and grace, for being self-satisfied and for
thinking that our discipleship is ever truly sufficient. Forgive us for
thinking that our relationships are beyond repair, our faith beyond
recovery, our hearts and our habits beyond restoration. Instead, en-
able us to trust this truth: that Easter’s empty tomb shows just how
far you will go to claim us as your own and that no place we find
ourselves is beyond your reach. Bless and restore us by your grace
and power. In Christ’s name we pray, Amen.
Call to Worship
Leader: Where voices are silent and hurt and emptiness seem to hold
sway,
People: Wherever footsteps stumble, hearts are heavy, and our
lives ache for renewal,
Leader: Where hopes falter and praises fall mute, Easter‟s message
breaks forth:
People: Christ the Lord is risen! Sin and death are defeated!
Leader: Christ the Lord is risen! The tomb‟s word is not the last word! If
every voice were silenced, even the stones would shout aloud:
Christ the Lord is risen!
People: He is risen indeed!
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Assurance of Forgiveness
WE PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD
Invitation to the Children
Anthem “On the Third Day” Harlan
Chancel Choir
Time for Children Pastor Ben Children ages 3 & 4 are invited to Play „n‟ Worship in Room 13. After their activity,
they will go to the Nursery. Please pick children up directly after worship. Children K-3rd grades will remain in the sanctuary today.
Hymn “Thine Is the Glory”
Gospel Lesson John 1:5; 20:1-18
Pastor: The Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon “Headline News” Rev. Dr. Ben Trawick
WE RESPOND TO GOD’S GRACE
Sharing Our Tithes and Offerings
Offertory “Resurrection!” Larson
Joyful Ringers
Doxology
Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. Praise Christ, all
creatures here below. Praise Holy Spirit evermore; Praise
Triune God, whom we adore. Amen.
Prayer of Dedication Penny Newsome
Leader: The mercy of the Lord is from everlasting unto everlasting. As
far as the East is from the West, so far has God removed our
transgression from us. In the name of Jesus Christ, we are all
forgiven.
People: Thanks be to God.
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The flowers in the sanctuary were placed to the glory of
God by our members. Please see the insert to
read the dedications.
Extending Christian friendship today were:
The Rawlins Family - Bob, Mary Ann, and Lou Ann
Prayers of the People and the Lord‟s Prayer
Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy
kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give
us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive
our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from
evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory,
forever. Amen.
WE DEPART TO SERVE GOD
Parting Hymn “Lift High the Cross”
Members of the congregation are invited to come forward during the last
hymn and sing with the choir. Music is available in the loft.
Benediction
Postlude “Hallelujah Chorus” Handel
One Great Hour of Sharing - Today we collect your offering for Presbyterian Dis-
aster Assistance, Presbyterian Hunger Program, and Self-Development of People.
Please use the specially marked envelopes in the pew racks and your fish banks.
Office Closing - The office will be closed on Monday, April 17. We will reopen on
Tuesday the 18th,
Sunday School - Will resume at its regular time, 9:15 a.m., next Sunday.
Members with Verizon E-Mail - Please let the office know if your e-mail
address changes so you can continue to get the E-News and other communi-
cations from the church without interruption.
Borrowed DVDs - We appreciate your returning borrowed DVDs of worship
services when you are done viewing them. Your cooperation is appreciated.
ANNOUNCEMENTS...
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SERVICE, FOOD, AND FELLOWSHIP - Sunday, April 30, 11:30 a.m.
Members of Ezher Bloom Mosque will be our guests for the Backpack Build
and a potluck lunch. Sign up at the Information Station to bring a food dish.
PASTOR TRAWICK’S INSTALLATION
Sunday, April 23 - 4:00 p.m.
The Installation Service for Benton J. Trawick as pastor of Grace
Presbyterian Church will be April 23, 2017, at 4 p.m., in our sanctuary.
A light reception will follow the service in Wester Hall.
AWG EVENTS...
TRAILBLAZERS - April 18, 5:00 p.m.
Paradiso Italian Restaurant
6124 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310
BROWN BAG LUNCH -Wednesday, April 19, 12:45 p.m.
Wellness: Eat Better, Move Better and Think Better
with- Dr. Jeff Borenstein.
GREEN SPRING GARDENS TOUR AND TEA
Thursday, April 20 - 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Meet at church at 12:15 p.m. to ride the bus.
Sunday, April 23
6:00 - Youth: Progressive Dinner
6:15 - Club 4-5-6: Tacos and Gardening
VOICES FROM THE HOLY LAND FILM SERIES - Sunday, April 23
Out of Cordoba: Maimonides and Averroes in Their Times and Ours
Carpools leave the North Parking Lot at 1:30 p.m.
COMING UP AT GRACE...
HOMELESS MEET-UP - Saturday, April 22, 9:30 a.m.
The Mission Committee invites you to Wester Hall to assemble lunches and
backpacks with hygiene kits and Bibles. Fellowship with friends and guests!
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER… (James 5:16)
Please pray for Grace Family Members and Friends.
Jean Ackor, Donna and Kevin Baetsen, Judy Bernal (Virginia Beach), Cameron Buckley, Stan Dreyer, Harry Gault,
Clara Gipson, James Lawson, Rosalie Lawson, Linda Patterson, Ray Freeman, and Malcolm Weaver
Our missionaries: Kate Taber (West Bank), and Pastor Selvin (Honduras)
Former Pastor: Paul Eckel
The Mothers of: Veronica Crump*, Mary Hawkins (Jean), Beth Jenkins Smith (Marie), Meg Rogers (Beth), Scott Rogers (Lyall), Hiede Sowdon, Phillip Spiess (Dorothy),
Amy Trawick (Gayle), Dave Treasure (Hilda), and Jane Wallentiny (Helen)
The Fathers of: Raven Fox, Penny Newsome, and Ben Trawick (Jack)
The Great-grandmother of: Dennis and Diego Bustillo
The son of: Anne Renninger (Daniel)
The Daughters of: Rich and Kathy Calahan (Lynn), and Bob and Valerie Patrick (Molly Chacko)
The Brothers of: Ed Bryant (Paul), Nelson Thurman (Dennis), Reecie Ford (Trent), and Hilde Uffelman (Biran Marsh)
The Sister of: Penny Newsome (Susan)
The Aunt of: Roy Giese (Wilma Ditter)
The Daughters-in-law of: Lee Bartlett (Veronica and twins), Marie Lawall (Lisbeth*), Warren and Maria Clayton (Julie - deployed to Korea)
The Sister-in-law of: Peter Smith (Annette)
The Nephews of: Maria Clayton (Jack), Claire Manger (Edward & Scott), and Dave Little (Sean)
The Nieces of: Rosalie Lawson (Marcie) and Fran McLarren (Carrie)
The Cousins of: John Grimes (Lori), Donna Lucas (Angela), Nancy Machado (Jan), and Valerie Patrick (Virginia)
The Friends of: Cindi Bryant (Anna), Dave Buckley (Angie), Sharron Dreyer (Tim), Reecie Ford (Kate), Raven Fox (Deanna), Kim Gretsuk (Nancy),
Rosalie Lawson (Emma & Stephanie), Donna Lucas, John Meyers, Penny Newsome (Lisa and Louis), Beth Jenkins Smith (Dick),
Hiede Sowdon (Dylan), and Chris Thurman
(*Chronic, ongoing situation)
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GRACE CALENDAR - Through April 23rd
Sunday, April 16 EASTER SUNDAY
10:30 AM Worship for the Lord’s Day Sanctuary
11:30 AM Fellowship Wester Hall
Monday, April 17 CHURCH OFFICE IS CLOSED
8:00 PM AA Family Room
Tuesday, April 18
10:00 AM AA Choir Room
7:00 PM Trailblazer Paradiso Rest.
Wednesday, April 19
9:00 AM Grand Involve (Bus Reserved) Off-Site
12:45 PM Brown Bag Lunch Family Room
7:00 PM NVDECS Wester Hall
7:30 PM Special Funds Meeting Room 12
7:30 PM Piano Tuners’ Guild Choir Room
Thursday, April 20
10:00 AM Staff Meeting Library
12:15 PM Green Spring Gardens Tour (bus leaves) N. Parking Lot
12:30 PM Preschool Fitness and Fun Family Room
5:30 PM Parenting Education Program All Areas
7:30 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Choir Room
7:30 PM Middle East Peace and Justice Meeting Off-Site
Friday, April 21 No Scheduled Events
Saturday, April 22
8:00 AM Homeless Meet-Up Wester Hall
Sunday, April 23
8:30 AM Praise Band Rehearsal Sanctuary
9:15 AM Christian Education Various
10:30 AM Worship for the Lord’s Day Sanctuary
4:00 PM Pastor Trawick’s Installation Service Sanctuary
4:00 PM Youth Progressive Dinner (bus reserved N. Parking Lot
6:15 PM Club 4-5-6 Family Room
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STAFF
BEN TRAWICK Pastor
Office Days and Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:30 am -
2:00 pm 703-451-2900 press #2, ext 207 E-mail: [email protected]
SUSAN WISSEMAN Associate Pastor
Stated Supply Office Days and Hours:
Tuesday-Fri., 9:30 am - 3:00 pm 703-451-2900 press #3, ext 205 E-mail: [email protected]
YVETTE MOY
Aging With Grace Director Office Days and Hours:
Monday - 9:00 am-12:00 pm Tuesday-Thurs., 10:00 - 3:00 pm
Friday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am 703-451-2900 press #4
E-mail: [email protected]
VERONICA CRUMP Treasurer
E-mail: [email protected]
SCOTT SEIFRIED Music Director
E-mail: [email protected]
RAY FREEMAN Organist/Pianist/
Accompanist E-mail: rayfreeman1029
@gmail.com
JIM DUNSTAN Hand Bell Choir Director
E-mail: moonmanjimd @hotmail.com
VIRGINIA BOUCHARD
Interim Office Manager Office Days and Hours:
Monday-Thurs.: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Fridays: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
703-451-2900 press #1, ext 206 E-mail: manager @gracepresby.org
S E S S I ON
Coleen Austin Care Ministries
(Open) Nursery/Bridges to Worship
Cindi Bryant Human Resources
Ed Bryant Nominating/Stewardship
Dave Buckley Missions
Maria Clayton Preschool
Kim Hatfield Youth Ministry
Alan Goldstein Communications
Nancy Machado Children’s Discipleship
Joe Miller Evangelism
Penny Newsome Worship
Michael Phillips Finance
John Sowdon Fellowship
Nelson Thurman Adult Discipleship
Greta Miller, Clerk Ben Trawick, Moderator
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Scott Anckner
Craig Crooks
Kent Ford, Chairman
Rob Gold
Scott Rogers
Peter Smith
E-mail: [email protected] Contact information for Session and the Board of Directors is posted in the church office and on the GPC website: www.gracepresby.org
WE ARE VERY GLAD YOU CHOSE TO
WORSHIP WITH US TODAY!
We encourage you to share requests
for prayer.
You may do so by com-pleting prayer cards found in the pew racks and placing them in an offering plate.
Trust your children to our nursery care.
We provide childcare for infants through 3-year-olds in the Nursery Suite downstairs, Rooms 3 & 5. Please pick up children directly after worship.
Worship Bags are avail-able in the Narthex for preschoolers to third-graders. Please return bags to the Narthex after the service.
Grace 101, An “Inquirer’s Class”
If you would like to learn more about Presbyteri-ans, Grace Church, and membership, speak to one of our pastors.
Grace Weekday Preschool
The Preschool is a Christian-based ministry and developmental pro-gram. For information call 703-451-3314.