The Great Vigil of EasterApril 15, 2017

“Death is swallowed up in victory.” “O death, where is your victory?O death, where is your sting?”

1 Corinthians 15:54b-55

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Easter is the peak of the year for Christians. Because of that, Christians have always spent time preparing for it. Christians set aside 40 days, modeled on

Jesus’ time in the wilderness, in which they pray, fast, and give to the poor; we call this season of days, Lent. Our service tonight marks the end of Lent and the

beginning of Easter.

The Vigil begins where the Good Friday service ended, in darkness and contemplation of the Cross. Then a loud knock on the door symbolizes the

opening of Christ’s tomb. The service that follows has four parts—the lightning of the Paschal candle; the liturgy of the word—featuring nine traditional readings

recalling God’s saving work and promises in the Old Testament; the baptisms and renewing of baptismal vows; and the first Eucharist of Easter. As we celebrate

this ancient liturgy we remember the unity we have with fellow Christians throughout the world and across time.

May our shouts of Alleluia tonight bear witness to the joy and hope of the Resurrection of Christ, for us and for all the world.

CandlesWhen lighting your candle, please tip the candle towards the flame and hold your lit candle upright when passing the flame to others. After extinguishing

your candle, please wait for the wax to harden before laying it down.

Keep the Feast

huzzah! hurrah!applause and praise!

the feast we dreamedthese taxing days!

Hosanna! Hero!your mend is rightyour ceaseless care

unfailing lightforgive us for

our weakest waiveroh Perfect Friend

and Great Redeemermake us braveto battle beasts

and wise in rubbleto keep the feast.

- Emily Awes Anderson

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Prelude

What Wondrous Love Is This American Folk Hymn Arranged by Joel Littlepage

Come Ye Souls by Sin Afflicted Words: Joseph Swain (alt. Twit) Music: Kevin Twit

The Lighting of the Paschal Candle

Celebrant: Dear friends in Christ: On this most holy night, in which our Lord Jesus passed over from death to life, the Church invites her members, dispersed throughout the world, to gather in vigil and prayer. For this is the Passover of the Lord, in which, by hearing his Word and celebrating his Sacraments, we sharein his victory over death.

Celebrant: Let us pray.O God, through your Son you have bestowed upon your people the brightness of your light: Sanctify this new fire, and grant that in this Paschal feast we may so burn with heavenly desires, that with pure minds we may attain to the festival ofeverlasting light; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

(service begins at the back of the sanctuary)

Cantor: Rejoice now, heavenly hosts and choirs of angels, and let your trumpets shout Salvation for the victory of our mighty King.

Rejoice and sing now, all the round earth, bright with a glorious splendor, for darkness has been vanquished by our eternal King.

Rejoice and be glad now, Mother Church, and let your holy courts, in radiant light, resound with the praises of your people.

Cantor: All:

Cantor: All:

Cantor: All:

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Cantor: It is truly right and good, always and everywhere, with our whole heart and mind and voice. . .

. . .Holy Father, accept our evening sacrifice, the offering of this candle in your honor. May it shine continually to drive away all darkness. May Christ, the Morning Star who knows no setting, find it ever burning--he who gives his light to all creation, and who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.

The Liturgy of the Word

Celebrant: Let us hear the record of God’s saving deeds in history, how he saved his people in ages past; and let us pray that our God will bring each of us to the fullness of redemption.

Genesis 1:1-2:2

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

All you who stand near this marvelous and holy flame, pray with me to God the Almighty for the grace to sing the worthy praise of this great light; through Jesus Christ his Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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Celebrant: Let us pray.O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Genesis 7:1-5, 11-18; 8:6-18; 9:8-13

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Behold Our God

Verse 1Who has held the oceans in His hands?Who has numbered every grain of sand?Kings and nations tremble at His voiceAll creation rises to rejoice

ChorusBehold our God seated on His throneCome let us adore HimBehold our King nothing can compareCome let us adore Him!

Verse 2 Who has given counsel to the Lord?Who can question any of His Words?Who can teach the One who knows all things?Who can fathom all His wondrous deeds?

Verse 3Who has felt the nails upon His handsBearing all the guilt of sinful man?God eternal humbled to the graveJesus, Savior risen now to reign!

BridgeMen: You will reign foreverWomen: Let Your glory fill the earth

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How Firm a Foundation

Verse 1How firm a foundationYou saints of the LordIs laid for your faithIn His excellent WordWhat more can He sayThan to you He has saidTo you who for refugeTo Jesus have fled

Verse 2Fear not I am with youOh be not dismayedFor I am your GodAnd will still give you aidI'll strengthen you help youAnd cause you to standUpheld by My righteousOmnipotent hand

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Celebrant: Let us pray.Almighty God, you have placed in the skies the sign of your covenant with all living things: Grant that we, who are saved through water and the Spirit, may worthily offer to you our sacrifice of thanksgiving; through Jesus Christ our Lord.Amen.

Genesis 22:1-18

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Verse 3When through the deep watersI call you to goThe rivers of sorrowShall not overflowFor I will be with youYour troubles to blessAnd sanctify to youYour deepest distress

Verse 4When through fiery trialsYour pathway shall lieMy grace all sufficientShall be your supplyThe flame shall not hurt youI only designYour dross to consumeAnd your gold to refine

Verse 5The soul that on JesusHas leaned for reposeI will not I will notDesert to his foesThat soul though all hellShould endeavor to shakeI'll never no neverNo never forsake

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Take My Life and Let It Be

Verse 1Take my life and let it beConsecrated Lord to TheeTake my moments and my daysLet them flow in ceaseless praiseLet them flow in ceaseless praise

Verse 2Take my hands and let them moveAt the impulse of Thy loveTake my feet and let them beSwift and beautiful for TheeSwift and beautiful for Thee

Verse 3Take my voice and let me singAlways only for my KingTake my lips and let them beFilled with messages from TheeFilled with messages from Thee

Verse 4Take my will and make it ThineIt shall be no longer mineTake my heart it is Thine ownIt shall be Thy royal throneIt shall be Thy royal throne

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Celebrant: Let us pray. God and Father of all believers, for the glory of your Name multiply, by the grace of the Paschal sacrament, the number of your children; that your Church may rejoice to see fulfilled your promise to our father Abraham; through Jesus Christour Lord. Amen.

Exodus 14:10-15:2

Congregation, at the end of the reading, please respond with the line in bold.

“. . .Then Moses and the people of Israel sang this song to the Lord saying, ‘ I will sing to the Lord for he has triumphed gloriously; the horse and rider he has thrown into the sea.’”

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Verse 5Take my love my Lord I pourAt Thy feet its treasure storeTake myself and I will beEver only all for TheeEver only all for Thee

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Everlasting God

VerseStrength will rise as we wait upon the LordWe will wait upon the LordWe will wait upon the LordStrength will rise as we wait upon the LordWe will wait upon the LordWe will wait

(PRE-CHORUS)Our God You reign foreverOur Hope our strong Deliv'rer

Chorus You are the everlasting GodThe everlasting GodYou do not faintYou won't grow wearyYou're the defender of the weakYou comfort those in needYou lift us up on wings like eagles

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Celebrant: Let us pray. O God, whose wonderful deeds of old shine forth even to our own day, you once delivered by the power of your mighty arm your chosen people from slavery under Pharaoh, to be a sign for us of the salvation of all nations by the water ofBaptism: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may be numbered among the offspring of Abraham, and rejoice in the inheritance of Israel; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Isaiah 4:2-6

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Celebrant: Let us pray. O God, you led your ancient people by a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night: Grant that we, who serve you now on earth, may come to the joy of that heavenly Jerusalem, where all tears are wiped away and where your saints for ever sing your praise; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Let us love and sing and wonderLet us praise the Savior’s nameHe has hushed the law’s loud thunderHe has quenched Mount Sinai’s flameHe has washed us with His blood (x3)He has brought us nigh to God

Let us love the Lord Who bought usPitied us when enemiesCalled us by His grace and taught usGave us ears and gave us eyesHe has washed us with His blood (x3)He presents our souls to God

Let us sing though fierce temptationThreatens hard to bear us downFor the Lord, our strong salvation,Holds in view the conqueror’s crownHe, Who washed us with His blood, (x3)Soon will bring us home to God

Let us wonder grace and justiceJoin and point to mercy’s storeWhen through grace in Christ our trust isJustice smiles and asks no moreHe Who washed us with His blood (x3)Has secured our way to God

Let us praise and join the chorusOf the saints enthroned on highHere they trusted Him before usNow their praises fill the skyYou have washed us with Your blood (x3)You are worthy Lamb of God

John Newton© Public Domain

Let Us Love and Sing and Wonder

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Isaiah 55:1-11

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Celebrant: Let us pray.O God, you have created all things by the power of your Word, and you renew the earth by your Spirit: Give now the water of life to those who thirst for you, that they may bring forth abundant fruit in your glorious kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Ezekiel 36:24-28

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Eat this Bread

Eat this Bread, Drink this cup, come to me and never be hungryEat this Bread, Drink this cup, trust in me and you will not thirst.

© 1982, Ateliers et Presses de Taizé.Words: Robert J. Batastini and the Taizé CommunityMusic: Jacque Berthier

There is a Land of Pure Delight

Verse 1There is a land of pure delight,Where saints immortal reign;Infinite day excludes the night,And pleasures banish pain.

Verse 2There everlasting spring abides,And never-withering flow'rs;Death, like a narrow sea, dividesThat heavenly land from ours.

ChorusCould we but climb where Moses stood,And view the landscape o'er,Not Jordan's stream, nor death's cold flood,Should fright us from the shore!

Verse 3O could we make our doubts remove,These gloomy doubts that rise,And see the Canaan that we loveWith unbeclouded eyes.

Words by Isaac WattsMusic by Benj Pocta andBrian T. Murphy, 2006.

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Celebrant: Let us pray.Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who are reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Ezekiel 37:1-14

Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Please join in responsively saying the Psalm, and singing this Chorus as marked:

Psalm 301 I will exalt you, O Lord, because you have lifted me up * and have not let my enemies triumph over me.2 O Lord my God, I cried out to you, * and you restored me to health.3 You brought me up, O Lord, from the dead; * you restored my life as I was going down to the grave.4 Sing to the Lord, you servants of his; * give thanks for the remembrance of his holiness.

Chorus5 For his wrath endures but the twinkling of an eye, * his favor for a lifetime.6 Weeping may spend the night, * but joy comes in the morning.

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Celebrant: Let us pray.Almighty God, by the Passover of your Son you have brought us out of sin into righteousness and out of death into life: Grant to those who are sealed by your Holy Spirit the will and the power to proclaim you to all the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Zephaniah 3:12-20

Reader: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God

Celebrant: Let us pray.O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry out in tranquillity the plan of salvation; let the whole worldsee and know that things which were cast down are being raised up, and things which had grown old are being made new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection by him through whom all things were made, your Son JesusChrist our Lord. Amen.

7 While I felt secure, I said, “I shall never be disturbed. * You, Lord, with your favor, made me as strong as the mountains.”

Chorus8 Then you hid your face, * and I was filled with fear.9 I cried to you, O Lord; * I pleaded with the Lord, saying,10 “What profit is there in my blood, if I go down to the Pit? * will the dust praise you or declare your faithfulness?11 Hear, O Lord, and have mercy upon me; * O Lord, be my helper.”12 You have turned my wailing into dancing; * you have put off my sack-cloth and clothed me with joy.13 Therefore my heart sings to you without ceasing; * O Lord my God, I will give you thanks for ever.

Chorus

Leader and People:Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen

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The Great Alleluia

Celebrant: Alleluia! Christ is Risen!People: The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia!

Dawning Light of Our Salvation

Verse 1Long in darkness Israel wandered;Long in mortal shadows, weWalked in bondage and self-pity,Trod in paths of sin and grief.In the prophets’ words He told us,Long the God of Israel spoke;He alone in strength would save usFrom the hands of all our foes.

Verse 2He shall raise a mighty Savior;Born of David’s lineage, HeComes in cov’nant love to claim usFrom our sins to set us free.Light to those who dwell in darknessLife to those from death who fleeJoy unto the earth, and gladness,To your pathways dawning peace!

ChorusEvery valley be exalted!Every mountain be made plane!Crooked ways repent and straighten;All creation bend in praise!

Verse 3Jesus, Lord, and mighty Savior,David’s Son and yet his King,Dawning light of our salvation,Of your saving pow’r we sing!Stand, Oh lame, and dance ye broken,Know the Savior’s healing grace;Come, Oh deaf and hear him singing;Turn, Oh blind, behold his face!

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Christ Is Risen from the Dead

Verse 1Let no one caught in sinRemain inside the lie of inward shameBut fix our eyes upon the crossAnd run to Him who showed great loveAnd bled for usFreely You've bled for us

ChorusChrist is risen from the deadTrampling over death by deathCome awake come awakeCome and rise up from the graveChrist is risen from the deadWe are one with Him againCome awake come awakeCome and rise up from the grave

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Celebrant: The Lord be with youPeople: And also with you.Celebrant: Let us pray.

Celebrant: O God, who for our redemption gave your only-begotten Son to the death of the cross, and by his glorious resurrection delivered us from the power of our enemy: Grant us so to die daily to sin, that we may evermore live with him in the joy of his resurrection; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Romans 6:3-11

3 Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? 4 We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.

5 For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. 6 We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. 7 For one who has died has been set free from sin. 8 Now if we have died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. 9 We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again; death no longer has dominion over him. 10 For the death he died he died to sin, once for all, but the life he lives he lives to God. 11 So you also must consider yourselves dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.

The Holy Bible, ESV

Reader: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God

Verse 2Beneath the weight of all our sinYou bowed to none but heaven's willNo scheme of hell no scoffer's crownNo burden great can hold You downIn strength You reignForever let Your church proclaim

BridgeO death where is your stingO hell where is your victoryO church come stand in the lightThe glory of God has defeated the nightSinging O death where is your stingO hell where is your victoryO church come stand in the lightOur God is not deadHe's alive He's alive

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The Baptisms of:

Claire Noel Carlson

Lydia Renee Carlson

Elena Sophia Carlson

Juliet Corinne Carlson

Harriet Anne Scanlon

Maria Annalise Sjöholm

PresentationCelebrant: Parents, will you be responsible for seeing that this child whom you present is brought up in the Christian faith and life? Parents and Godparents: We will, with God’s help. Celebrant: Will you by your prayers and witness help her to grow into the full stature of Christ? Parents and Godparents: We will, with God’s help.

Question: Do you renounce Satan and all the spiritual forces of wickedness that rebel against God? Answer: I renounce them. Question: Do you renounce the evil powers of this world which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God? Answer: I renounce them. Question: Do you renounce all sinful desires that draw you from the love of God? Answer: I renounce them.Question: Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Savior? Answer: I do.Question: Do you put your whole trust in his grace and love? Answer: I do.Question: Do you promise to follow and obey him as your Lord? Answer: I do.

Celebrant: Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support these persons in their life in Christ? People: We will.

Celebrant: Let us renew our own baptismal covenant.

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The Baptismal CovenantCelebrant: Do you believe in God the Father? People: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Celebrant: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? People: I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. Celebrant: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? People: I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Celebrant: Will you continue in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers? People: I will, with God’s help. Celebrant: Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord. People: I will, with God’s help. Celebrant: Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ? People: I will, with God’s help. Celebrant: Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? People: I will, with God’s help. Celebrant: Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? People: I will, with God’s help.

Baptismal Prayers

Leader: Deliver them, O Lord, from the way of sin and death.People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Open their hearts to your grace and truth. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Fill them with your holy and life-giving Spirit. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Keep them in the faith and communion of your holy Church. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Teach them to love others in the power of the Spirit. People: Lord, hear our prayer.

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Leader: Send them into the world in witness to your love. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Bring them to the fullness of your peace and glory. People: Lord, hear our prayer.

Celebrant: We pray to God through our Lord Jesus Christ, that He will grant to Claire, Lydia, Elena, Juliet, Harriet, and Maria that which by nature they cannot have; that they may be baptized with water and the Holy Spirit, received into Christ’s holy Church, and made a living member of the same. And grant, O Lord, that all who are baptized into the death of Jesus Christ your Son may live in the power of his resurrection and look for him to come again in glory; who lives and reigns now and forever. Amen.

All: Heavenly Father, we thank you that in your great love you have called us to know you and to trust in you. Increase this knowledge and strengthen our faith. Give your Holy Spirit to these Your children that they may be born again and may inherit your eternal kingdom. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Baptism

All: Fight valiantly as a disciple of Christ against sin, the world and the devil, and remain faithful to Christ to the end of your life.

Celebrant: May God Almighty deliver you from the powers of darkness, restore you in the image of His glory, and lead you in the light and obedience of Christ.

All: May God the Father who adopts us as his children, grant you peace. May God the Son who sanctified a home at Nazareth, fill you with his love. May God the Holy Spirit, who has made the Church one family, keep you in peace. Amen.

The Peacei

Celebrant: The peace of the Lord be always with you.People: And also with you.

As we remember the peace that we have been given with God through his forgiveness, we also remember that He has made us at peace with one another. That is why we “exchange the peace.” You may say “The peace of the Lord” to those around you, or just say “Hello.”

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Alleluia(At the Gospel reading, we stand and the Scripture is read in the midst of the congregation as a way to honor the truth that in Christ God became flesh and dwelt among us).

Reader: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Matthew.People: Glory to you Lord Christ.

Matthew 28:1-10

1 Now after the Sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. 4 And for fear of him the guards trembled and became like dead men. 5 But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and behold, he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him. See, I have told you.” 8 So they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9 And behold, Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” And they came up and took hold of his feet and worshiped him. 10 Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee, and there they will see me.”

The Holy Bible, ESV

Reader: The Gospel of the LordPeople: Praise to you, Lord Christ

Repeat the Alleluia

Alleluia, Alleluia, give thanks to the risen LordAlleluia, Alleluia, sing praise to his name

Donald Fishel

Sermon

Rev. Christian Ruch

Abundantly Pardoned

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The Doxologyi

Praise God from whom all blessings flowPraise Him all creatures here belowPraise Him above ye Heavenly HostPraise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

The Holy Communion

(Adapted from Our Modern Services, published by the Anglican Church of Kenya 2002)

Celebrant: Is the Father with us? All: He is. Celebrant: Is Christ among us? All: He is. Celebrant: Is the Spirit here? All: He is. Celebrant: This is our God. All: Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit. Celebrant: We are his people. All: We are redeemed.

Celebrant: Lift up your hearts. People: We lift them to the Lord. Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give him thanks and praise.

Celebrant: It is right and our delight... Therefore with angels, archangels, faithful ancestors and all in

heaven, we proclaim your great and glorious name, forever praising you and singing:

Death in His Grave words and music by John Mark McMillan

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Celebrant: Almighty God... ...”Take, eat, this is my body which is given for you; Do this in remembrance of me.”

All: Amen. His body was broken for us. Celebrant: In the same way...

...Do this as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.

All: Christ has died Christ is risen Christ will come again Celebrant: We are brothers and sisters through his blood. All: We have died together, we will rise together,

we will live together. Celebrant: Therefore, heavenly Father...

...and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.

All: Amen. Jesus is Lord. Celebrant: This is the feast of victory. All: The lamb who was slain has begun his reign. Alleluia.

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Celebrant: And now, as our savior Christ has taught us we are bold to pray together

Celebrant and People: 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen

Celebrant: We break this bread to share in the body of Christ. All: Though we are many we are one body,

for we all share one bread. Celebrant: The cup of blessing which we bless All: Is a sharing in the blood of Christ. Celebrant: Draw near with faith and receive. All: Christ is the host and we are his guests. Celebrant: Christ is alive forever. All: We are because he is.

Celebrant: Alleluia. Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us.People: Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia! Celebrant: The gifts of God for the people of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you and feed on Him in your hearts by faith and with thanksgiving.

You will be dismissed by row to receive communion. As you come forward you will first be given a piece bread, which you may eat upon receiving. Gluten-free wafers are available for those with diet restrictions. If you would prefer a wafer, please let the person serving bread know.

After eating the bread, you may receive either from the larger chalice, which has wine in it; or from the tray of smaller cups which are filled with grape juice.

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Look Upon the Lord

Verse 1Look upon the LordStand in awe of His beautyLook upon the LordSeated high He is holy

Pre-ChorusLet the glory of our GodFrom Heaven come downLet the house of the LordBe filled with the cloud

Chorus You are good and Your mercy will endureYou are good and forever we are YoursHallelujahHallelujahHallelujahHallelujah

Verse 2Listen for the LordHear the voice of His SpiritCall upon His NameHe is near He is with us

BridgeHoly holyWith one voiceHeaven and earth are singingHoly holyWith one voiceHeaven and earth are singing

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Great Are You Lord

Verse 1You give life You are loveYou bring light to the darknessYou give hope You restore ev'ry heart that is brokenAnd great are You Lord

Chorus It's Your breath in our lungsSo we pour out our praiseWe pour out our praiseIt's Your breath in our lungsSo we pour out our praise to You only

BridgeAnd all the earth will shout Your praiseOur hearts will cry these bones will singGreat are You Lord(Repeat) David Leonard | Jason Ingram | Leslie Jordan

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He is Risen

Verse 1He is risen, He is risenAnd the stone is rolled awayHe is risen, He is risenProven by the empty graveTouch his wounds, his hands, his sidesAnd leave all your doubts behindHe is risen, He is risenHe is risen and alive

Verse 2Death is beaten, sin is vanquishedGod’s just wrath is satisfiedChrist is risen, Christ exaltedSeated at the Father’s sideHis body torn, our living wayOur living hope, His body raisedHe is risen, He is risenHe is risen from the grave

ChorusHe is risen, He is risenThis is all my hope and stayHe is risen, He is risenHe is risen from the grave!

Verse 3Jesus risen is returningWe are longing for the dayWhen the King will bring the kingdomFor this blessed hope we waitThe trumpet sounds and we are changedAnd we will see him face to faceJesus risen, Jesus risenJesus risen from the grave

EndingThe trumpet sounds and we are changedAnd death itself will pass awayWe are risen, fully risenWe are risen from the graveWe are risen, with him risenWe are risen from the grave

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Hear Our Praises

Verse 1May our homes be filled with dancingMay our streets be filled with joyMay injustice bow to JesusAs the people turn to pray Chorus From the mountain to the valleyHear our praises rise to YouFrom the heavens to the nationsHear our singing fill the air

Verse 2May a light shine in the darknessAs we walk before the crossMay Your glory fill the whole earthAs the water over the seas

Hallelujah hallelujahHallelujah hallelujah

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Celebrant: Let us pray. People: Almighty God, eternal Father, we have sat at your feet, learned from your word, and eaten from your table. We give you thanks and praise for accepting us into your family. Send us out with your blessing, to live and to witness for you in the power of your Spirit, through Jesus Christ the First Born from the dead. Amen.

Celebrant: All our problems of this life on earth... All: We send to the Cross of Christ. Celebrant: All the difficulties of our circumstances... All: We send to the Cross of Christ. Celebrant: All the devil’s works from his temporary power... All: We send to the Cross of Christ. Celebrant: All our hopes for wholeness and eternal life... All: We set on the risen Christ. Celebrant: Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you and scatter the darkness from before your path, and the blessings of God Almighty, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. Amen.

Glory in the Highest

Verse 1You alone are worthyYou alone deserve the highest praiseWe bow down to worshipWe bow down to seek You in this place

Chorus We sing glory glory in the highestGlory in the highest glory to our God

Verse 2For Your love and mercyFor the beauty of Your saving graceWe have come to thank YouWe have come to worship You today

BridgeAs we bow downBe lifted highAs we bow downBe lifted high

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Leader: Let us go forth in the name of Christ.People: Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

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