PALM SPRINGS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The Worship of the God of Grace in Jesus Christ May 6, 2012 - 10:00 AM Service
5th Sunday of EasterCommunion Sunday Celebration Liturgical Color: White
Rev. Christine Dickerson
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Welcoming/Preparing to Meet with God | “My Peace” (As we return to our seats.) | Rev. Christine Dickerson |
God of love, we see Spring all around us. New life appears. And with it, hope for our future. Your world is filled with wondrous things, and it makes our hearts fill with joy. Yet even as we sing your praises and celebrate all you give us, others suffer and we do not see. Sometimes we do see and turn away. Why are we uncomfortable? Why do we let our brothers and sisters be hungry or alone? Teach us, O Lord. Lead us and let our hearts be generous and unafraid. Without you, we are nothing. With you, we can do anything! Help us shine your light, in Jesus' name. Amen. |
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Life of the Church/Announcements | Special Music | Elder Harvey Stephens |
Hear the good news! Who is in a position to condemn? Only Christ, and Christ died for us, Christ rose for us, Christ reigns in power for us, Christ prays for us. Anyone who is in Christ is a new creation. The old life has gone; a new life has begun. Know that you are forgiven, and be at peace. Amen. |
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Passing of the Peace | Psalm 92 | Congregation |
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. |
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Prelude | Blessed Be the Name | Praise Band |
God, source of all light, by your Word you give light to the soul. Pour out upon us the spirit of wisdom and understanding, that, through the Scriptures, our hearts and minds may be opened to know your will in our lives. Amen. |
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*Opening Hymn | Gloria Patri | Hymn #103 (all) |
The purpose of the Palm Springs Presbyterian Church is to proclaim the Good News of God by reaching out to others and inviting them into a new relationship with Jesus Christ. We commit ourselves to be a center for spiritual growth and friendship, where the teachings of Jesus are faithfully received and God’s grace is joyfully celebrated! |
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Prayer of Adoration & Confession (unison) | “Gentle Shepherd” | . |
Assurance of Pardon | You Are My Hiding Place | . |
* Singing: | “God Leads Us Along” | Hymn #623 (all) |
Children’s Moment | Psalm 22: 25-31 (In Unison) | Hymn #458 (all) |
Children Dismissed to Sunday School | Acts 8: 26-40 | Choir |
Choral Preparation: | O For a Heart to Praise My God | . |
Prayers of the People & Lord's Prayer | 1 John 4: 7-21 | Choir |
Anthem | “Leading With the Heart” | . |
Prayer for Illumination | “In Christ There Is No East or West” | Elder Harvey Stephens |
Psalter Lesson: | He Shall Feed His Flock | Choir |
New Testament Lesson: | “Just As I Am” | Rev. Christine Dickerson |
Song of Preparation | “May Your Presence Go With Us” | Hymn #285(all) |
New Testament Lesson: | Gina Ross Johnson - violin & Mike Johnson - guitar | |
Pastor: "The Word of the Lord." | Congregation | |
People: "Thanks be to God." | Rev. Christine Dickerson | |
Communion Meditation | Hymn #342 (all) | |
* In Response: | Rev. Christine Dickerson | |
Morning Titles and Offerings | Rev. Christine Dickerson | |
Offertory: | Congregation | |
* Doxology | Rev. Christine Dickerson | |
* Prayer of Dedication | Praise band | |
Hymn of Preparation | Congregation | |
Invitation | ||
The Great Thanksgiving | ||
Breaking of the Bread | ||
Communion of the People | ||
Prayer after Communion | ||
* A Challenge to Go Forth with God's Blessing | ||
* A Singing Response: | ||
* Blessing | ||
Postlude | ||
* Gathering for Fellowship in Fellowship Hall | ||
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* NOTE: If able, please stand | ||
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Statement of Faith | ||