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A NOTE FROM OUR BISHOPBeloved Resurrection and Upper Midwest Diocese,

Holy Week is not only the high point of the church calendar, but also a most beloved tradition of our movement. While we grieve that we are unable to gather in person during Holy Week 2020, we are resolved to celebrate the glorious life, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ regardless of our circumstances.

Our leaders have worked tirelessly to find new and innovative ways to draw together our community for a Holy Week unlike any in our collective memory: one that finds its expression in small groups of faithful followers worshiping in their homes, dotting the entire landscape of the Upper Midwest and shouting of the goodness of the Lord from their living room windows.

This Service Guide is divided into two parts: the first is how to prepare for Holy Week at Home, and the second is how to participate in each of the services by following along with the provided liturgies. Resources for families and supplemental activities, such as a Prayer Walk Guide developed by Father Matt Woodley, are available online at churchrez.org/holyweek.

In Holy Week, we are powerfully reminded how Jesus Christ defeated death. Indeed, Christ ’s victory over the grave assures us that we have nothing to fear, “though the earth gives way” (Psalm 46:2). As we journey through Holy Week this year, I am praying that this Holy Week will make a unique contribution to the planting of a revival of Word and Sacrament infused by the Holy Spirit.

With love,

Bishop Stewart E. Ruch III


TABLE OF CONTENTSPart One: Prepare for Holy Week at Home

SCHEDULE ..................................................................................................................................................... 3

CHECKLIST .................................................................................................................................................... 4

Part Two: Participate in Holy Week at Home

PALM SUNDAY .............................................................................................................................................. 6

MAUNDY THURSDAY ................................................................................................................................ 14

GOOD FRIDAY ..............................................................................................................................................29

EASTER VIGIL .............................................................................................................................................38

EASTER SUNDAY .......................................................................................................................................49

Livestream Schedule

PREPARE FOR HOLY WEEK

APRIL 5, PALM SUNDAY 10AM

APRIL 9, MAUNDY THURSDAY 6PM

APRIL 10, GOOD FRIDAY 6PM

APRIL 11, EASTER VIGIL AS THE DIOCESE OF THE UPPER MIDWEST 7PM

APRIL 12, EASTER SUNDAY 7AM

Livestream Notes All Holy Week services will be livestreamed from churchrez.org/holyweek. Replays of each service will be available shortly after the livestream ends.

In addition to streaming online, there are a number of additional supplemental activities available on each service’s webpage such as activities for children and ideas for prayer walks.


Home Checklist

Here is everything you will need to follow along in your home throughout the week!

Get these items ready for the services:

❑ Holy Week at Home Service Guide. You can print this guide at home or pick up a copy in the vestibule of the East Doors of the church from 4/3 to 4/11.

❑ For kids, print-out coloring sheets (churchrez.org/holyweek)

❑ Your largest screen ready for the livestream (churchrez.org/holyweek)

❑ Bibles

❑ Palm branches and/or green construction paper

❑ Basin for foot washing

❑ Towels

❑ One large cross (See “Make a Cross” below)

❑ Smaller crosses

❑ Black fabric

❑ Individual candles, candle holders/drip protectors, lanterns, lighters

❑ Bells, streamers, & noisemakers

❑ Flowers

For online instructions on making palm branches and more, visit churchrez.org/holyweek.

Make or Find a Cross

✦ If you have a cross in your home that is meaningful to you, use that. Use a cross that is simple (not too ornamental or decorative), as large as possible, and that helps you connect to the actual cross of Jesus.

✦ If you don’t have one, this is a great time to get one or make one to have in your living room throughout Holy Week. You could make one out of wood, cut one out of paper or cardboard and attach to your wall, or gather branches from your yard to tie together into a cross.

✦ On Maundy Thursday cover it with dark fabric, on Good Friday lay it on the ground, and on Easter Sunday put some flowers on it!

Share with Us on Social Media

✦ Use #rezholyweekathome to show us how you’re celebrating!

✦ Tag us @churchrez on Instagram or Facebook so we can re-post

✦ Visit churchrez.org/community to see a compilation of everyone’s home celebrations


PARTICIPATE IN HOLY WEEKDuring Holy Week we journey with Jesus through the final moments of his life, his death on the cross, and his resurrection from the grave. Each service has incredible moments where we can participate in the story.

We have adapted the traditional Holy Week liturgies for worship at home. Certain liturgical actions—such as foot washing, candle lighting, prayer at the cross, and more—will be prompted from the livestream, but take place within your group.

At the beginning of each service, review “What you need” and “What to do” to ensure that you have assembled what you will need for each service.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

The New Testament reading on p. 18 is from the Santa Biblia, NUEVA VERSIÓN INTERNACIONAL® NVI® © 1999, 2015 for Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All r ights reserved worldwide. The Gospel reading on p. 31 is taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All r ights reserved. All other Old Testament, Epistle, and Gospel readings are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All r ights reserved. The Psalms are taken from The Book of Common Prayer (2019), by Anglican Liturgy Press. Music license: CCLI #799334, unless otherwise indicated. Cover design by Janice Skivington Wood and Alan Miller.


Palm SundayThe Sunday of the Passion

April 5, 2020 Livestream: 10AM

PREPAREPalm Sunday is the day we commemorate Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem, when he was greeted by a crowd saying “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” and waving palm branches.

What you need:

✦ Palm branches! Buy them online or make them together out of green construction paper. Resources available at churchrez.org/palmsunday.

What to do:

✦ Have your palms ready to march through your house during the beginning of the service or around your neighborhood before the service!

Ideas: Go on a processional prayer walk around the neighborhood, carrying your palms. (See Holy Week Prayer Walk Guide at churchrez.org/holyweek)

Want more? Visit churchrez.org/palmsunday

Tag your Palm Sunday pictures and videos with #rezholyweekathome


PARTICIPATE

THE WORD OF GODIn the first half of the service, we encounter God by hearing and responding to his truth in the Bible.

Join us by livestream Sunday, April 5 at 10am.

The Liturgy of the Palms celebrant: Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord.

people: Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.

celebrant: Let us pray. Assist us mercifully with your help, O Lord God of our salvation, that we may enter with joy upon the contemplation of those mighty acts, whereby you have given us life and immortality; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Matthew 21:1–11 (ESV)

celebrant: The Lord be with you.

people: And also with you.

celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

people: It is right to give him thanks and praise.

celebrant: It is right to praise you, Almighty God, for the acts of love by which you have redeemed us through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. On this day he entered the holy city of Jerusalem in triumph, and was proclaimed as King of kings by those who spread their garments and branches of palm along his way. Let these branches be for us signs of his victory, and grant that we who bear them in his name may ever hail him as our King, and follow him in the way that leads to eternal life; who lives and reigns in glory with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.

people: Hosanna in the highest.

deacon: Let us go forth in peace.

people: In the name of Christ. Amen.

After the playing of the shofar, the deacon shall say,


Hosanna

Praise is rising, eyes are turning to you.We turn to you.Hope is stirring, hearts are yearning for you,We long for you.

’Cause when we see youWe find strength to face the day.In your presenceAll our fears are washed away,Washed away.

Chorus:Hosanna, hosanna!You are the God who saves us,Worthy of all our praises.Hosanna, hosanna!Come have your way among us.We welcome you here, Lord Jesus.

Hear the sound of, hearts returning to you.We turn to you.In your kingdom, broken lives are made new.You make us new.

“Hosanna,” words and music by Paul Baloche and Brenton Brown © 2005, 2006 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music, Thankyou Music.

Holy is the Lord

We stand and lift up our hands,For the joy of the Lord is our strength.We bow down and worship Him now.How great, how awesome is He.

And together we sing.

Holy is the Lord God Almighty.The earth is filled with His glory.

And together we sing,Everyone sing.

It's rising up all around,It's the anthem of the Lord's renown.

“Holy is the Lord,” words and music by Chris Tomlin and Louie Giglio, copyright © 2003 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) worshiptogether.com songs.

All Glory, Laud, and Honor

Words: Theodulph of Orleans (d. 821) Music: VALET WILL ICH DIR GEBEN, melody Melchior Tescher (1584-1635)




celebrant: Let us pray.

Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son

our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross,

giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way

of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who

lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

people: Amen.

The Collect of the Day A brief prayer on the theme of the day.

The Lessons Please be seated for the readings.

reader: A reading from Paul's letter to the Philippians.

reader: The Word of the Lord.

people: Thanks be to God.

Philippians 2:5–11 (ESV)

Matthew 27 (ESV)

reader: The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Matthew.

—Fr. Matt Woodley

The Story We Need Right Now

“And when Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred up, saying, 'Who is this?'" Matthew 21:10


Confession of Sin deacon: Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Please be seated or kneel. There will be a time of silence.

all: Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

celebrant: Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

The Peace celebrant: The peace of the Lord be always with you.


Doxology

THE HOLY COMMUNIONIn the second part of the service, we encounter God at his table.

Please stand.

all: Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise him all creatures here below. Praise him above, ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.



celebrant: Lift up your hearts.

people: We lift them to the Lord.



celebrant: . . . Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you and offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them we acclaim you, and glorify your Name, as we sing,

The Great Thanksgiving


all: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord! God of power and might. Heaven and earth are full, O Lord, Full of your glory! Hosanna in the highest! Hosanna in the highest! Blessed is he who comes in the name, The name of the Lord. Blessed is he who comes in the name, The name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest! Hosanna in the highest! “Holy, Holy, Holy,” by Steve Williamson and Bonnie McMaken, © 2015.

celebrant: . . . Recalling Christ’s death, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you.

all: We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you, and we pray to you, Lord our God.

celebrant: . . . Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

all: Amen

celebrant: And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to pray,

all: Our Father 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 our sins, As we forgive those who sin 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, For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory For ever and ever, Amen.

“Our Father,” by Steve Williamson, © 2008 Church of the Resurrection, Illinois. Used by permission.

The Breaking of the BreadDuring the season of Lent, we refrain from speaking the word ‘Alleluia.’

celebrant: Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

people: Therefore let us keep the feast!

celebrant: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.


Trisagion

Holy God,Holy and Mighty,Holy Immortal One,Have mercy, have mercy on us.

“Trisagion,” music by Fernando Ortega, © 2004 Cerdo Verde Music.

Your Great Name

Lost are saved, find their way,At the sound of your great name.All condemned feel no shame,At the sound of your great name.Ev’ry fear has no place,At the sound of your great name.The enemy, he has to leave,At the sound of your great name.

Chorus:Jesus, worthy is the Lamb That was slain for us,The Son of God and man.You are high and lifted up,And all the world will praiseYour great name.

All the weak find their strength,At the sound of your great name.Hungry souls receive grace,At the sound of your great name.The fatherless find their rest,At the sound of your great name.The sick are healed, the dead are raised,At the sound of your great name.

Redeemer, my Healer, Lord Almighty.Defender, my Savior, you are my King.

“Your Great Name” words and music by Krissy Nordhoff and Michael Neale, © 2008 Integrity’s Praise! Music.

Blessed be the Name

All praise to him who reigns above,In majesty supreme.Who gave his son for man to die,That he might man redeem.

Chorus:Blessed be the name,Blessed be the name,Blessed be the name of the Lord.Blessed be the name,Blessed be the name,Blessed be the name of the Lord.

His name above all names shall stand,Exalted more and more.At God the Father's own right hand,Where angel hosts adore.

Redeemer, savior, friend of man,Once ruined by the fall.Thou hast devised salvation's plan,For thou hast died for all.

His name shall be the counselor,The mighty Prince of Peace.Of all earth's kingdoms conqueror,Whose reign shall never cease.

“Blessed be the Name,” words and music by Ralph E. Hudson and William H. Clark. © Words: Public Domain. Music: Public Domain.


deacon: Go forth into the world in peace, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.


The Dismissal

The Blessing celebrant: The peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the

knowledge and love of God, and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always.

all: Amen.

This blessing or another will be offered.

The Ascension

This is the start of something amazing, A moment when heaven touches earth. Here in our hearts Lord we are waiting, For something that’s far beyond what we have seen or heard.

Chorus:Let us start the ascension, Let’s begin the climb, Up this holy mountain, Where your glory shines. Further up, further in, Just to be with you again, Let us start the ascension.

We’re fixing our eyes on glory and fire, Your name is branded on our hearts. You are the source of all we desire, Nothing can hold us back, we’re running to where you are.

“The Ascension,” words and music by Phil Wickham ©2013 Fair Trade Services.

Postlude


maundy thursdayThe Last Supper

April 9, 2020 Livestream: 6PM

PREPAREOn Maundy Thursday we remember the final night of Jesus’ life when he washed his disciples’ feet, instituted the Last Supper, and told them, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another.”

What you need:

✦ A container, bin, or bucket that you can fill with water and is large enough for your feet

✦ A towel or two

✦ Candles, candle holders/drip protectors, lanterns, lighters

What to do:

✦ During the service, take turns following Jesus’ example and washing each others’ feet.

✦ Cover your cross with dark fabric.

✦ Light candles at the start of the evening that are then extinguished or taken on a prayer walk afterward.

Ideas: Take your candles and embark on a silent evening processional prayer walk around your neighborhood (See Holy Week Prayer Walk Guide at churchrez.org/holyweek)

Want more? Visit churchrez.org/maundythursday

Tag your Maundy Thursday pictures and videos with #rezholyweekathome


PARTICIPATE

THE WORD OF GODIn the first half of the service, we encounter God by hearing and responding to his truth in the Bible.

Join us by livestream Thursday, April 9 at 6pm.

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(Lord have mercy, Christ have mercy, Lord have mercy.)

“Kyrie,” words and music by the Iona community.

celebrant: Blessed be our God.

people: Now and for ever. Amen.

celebrant: This is the night that Christ the Son of Man gathered with his disciples in the upper room.

This is the night that Christ our Lord and Master took a towel and washed the disciples’ feet, calling us to love one another as he has loved us.

This is the night that Christ our God gave us this holy feast, that we who eat this bread and drink this cup may here proclaim his perfect sacrifice.

This is the night that Christ the Lamb of God gave himself into the hands of those who would slay him.

A brief prayer on the theme of the day.The Collect of the Day celebrant: The Lord be with you.


celebrant: Let us pray. Almighty Father, whose most dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it in thankful remembrance of Jesus Christ our Savior, who in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

all : Amen.



reader: A reading from Paul's first letter to the Corinthians



I Corinthians 11:23–32 (NVI)

Psalm 78:1–4, 14–20, 23–25

1 Hear my teaching, O my people; *

incline your ears to the words of my mouth.2 I will open my mouth in a parable; *

I will utter dark sayings of old,3 Which we have heard and known, *

and such as our forefathers have told us,4 That we should not hide them from the children of

the generations to come, *

but show the honor of the Lord, his mighty and

wonderful works that he has done.14 He divided the sea and let them go through; *

he made the waters to stand in a heap.15 In the daytime he led them with a cloud, *

and all the night through with a light of fire.16 He split the hard rocks in the wilderness *

and gave them drink in abundance, as out of the great deep.17 He brought waters out of the stony rock, *

so that it gushed out like the rivers.18 Yet for all this they sinned more against him, *

and provoked the Most High in the wilderness.19 They tested God in their hearts *

and demanded food for their craving.20 They spoke against God, saying, *

“Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?23 Because they did not believe in God, *

and did not put their trust in his help.24 So he commanded the clouds above *

and opened the doors of heaven. 25 He rained down manna upon them to eat *

and gave them food from heaven.


deacon: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John,

people: Glory to You, Lord Christ.

deacon: The Gospel of the Lord.

people: Praise to You, Lord Christ.

John 13:1–15 (ESV)

Please stand for the Gospel reading.

Sequence Hymn

Now, My Tongue, the Mystery Telling

Words: Att. Thomas Aquinas (1225?-1274) Music: PANGE LINGUA, plainsong, Mode 3, Worcester MS, 13th cent.


—Fr. Trevor McMaken Rector of City of Light Anglican

A Table in the Wilderness

“So mortals ate the bread of angels; for he sent them food enough” Psalm 78:25

The Washing of Feet deacon: The Lord Jesus, after he had supped with his disciples and had washed their feet, said to

them, “Do you know what I, your Lord and Master, have done to you? I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done.”

people: “Peace is my last gift to you, my own peace I now leave with you; which the world cannot give, I give to you.”

deacon: “I give you a new commandment: Love one another as I have loved you.”

people: “Peace is my last gift to you, my own peace I now leave with you; which the world cannot give, I give to you.”

deacon: “By this shall the world know that you are my disciples: That you have love for one another.”

Spiegel Im Spiegel Cello Solo Arvo Pärt (b. 1935)

Ubi Caritas Chancel Choir

Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est. Congregavit nos in unum Christi amor. Exsultemus, et in ipso jucundemur. Timeamus, et amemus Deum vivum. Et ex corde diligamus nos sincero. Amen.

Translation: Where charity and love are, God is there. The love of Christ has gathered us together. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Let us revere and love the living God. And from a sincere heart let us love one another. Amen.

Words: Early Church text Music: Ola Gjeilo (b.1978 )


There Is One Body

There is one body,There is one Spirit,There is one hopeTo which we are called.

There is one Lord,There is one faith,There is one baptismTo which we are called.

One God and Father of all,One Lord over all, through all, in all.

“There is One Body,” words and music by Steve Williamson, © 2012 Church of the Resurrection of Illinois.

O Come to the Altar

Are you hurting and broken within?Overwhelmed by the weight of your sin?Jesus is callingHave you come to the end of yourself?Do you thirst for a drink from the well?Jesus is calling

O come to the altarThe Father's arms are open wideForgiveness was bought withThe precious blood of Jesus Christ

Leave behind your regrets and mistakesCome today, there's no reason to waitJesus is callingBring your sorrows and trade them for joyFrom the ashes, a new life is bornJesus is calling

Ven Ante Su Trono

Si abatido y dolido estásY cansado del peso cargarCristo nos llamaSi al final del camino estásSin saber hacia dónde mirarCristo nos llama

Ven ante su tronoEl Padre te recibiráCon sangre preciosaJesús borró nuestra maldad!

Deja atrás tu vergüenza y pesarVen a El ya no esperes másCristo nos llamaTrae toda tristeza al altarNueva Vida Jesús te daráCristo nos llama!

“O Come to the Altar,” words and music by Chris Brown, Mack Brock, Steven Furtick, and Wade Joye © 2015. Music by Elevation Worship Publishing.








celebrant: . . . Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you and offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them we acclaim you, and glorify your Name, as we sing,

The Great Thanksgiving

Doxology

THE HOLY COMMUNIONIn the second part of the service, we encounter God at his table.

all: Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise him all creatures here below. Praise him above, ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Please stand.








all: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord! God of power and might. Heaven and earth are full, O Lord, Full of your glory! Hosanna in the highest! Hosanna in the highest! Blessed is he who comes in the name, The name of the Lord. Blessed is he who comes in the name, The name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest! Hosanna in the highest! “Holy, Holy, Holy,” by Steve Williamson and Bonnie McMaken, © 2015.

The Breaking of the BreadDuring the season of Lent, we refrain from speaking the word ‘Alleluia.’

celebrant: Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

people: Therefore let us keep the feast!

celebrant: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.




celebrant: . . . Recalling Christ’s death, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you.

all: We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you, and we pray to you, Lord our God.

celebrant: . . . Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

all: Amen.


O Food to Pilgrims Given

Words: Latin, 1661; tr. John Athelstand Laure Riley (1858-1945), alt . Music: O WELT, ICH MUSS DICH LASSEN, att. Heinrich Isaac (c. 1450-1517), alt .; harm. Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)


Bread of Life

Through deserts you lead us, Where hunger consumes us, To test what is in our heart. In deserts you feed us, Your table spreads for us, So we know that you provide.

Chorus: Every word that comes from God, We eat the Bread of Life.Every word that comes from God,Receive the Bread of Life.Digest it, confess it,Bread of Life, Bread of Life.

Your body was broken, The true bread of heaven, You starved so we might have life. True food for true hunger, With no price is offered, Those who eat shall never die.

Not by bread, but in you, We feast and we’re made new, Day by day, now and always.

Your storehouse—unsparing, Abundant, unending— You never turn us away.

“Bread of Life,” words and music by Scott Cunningham, © 2015.

Passion Song

Christian, do you love me? Do you love me more than these? Will you sit beside me, And let me wash your feet? O Lord, I’ll sit with you. O Lord, I’ll sit with you.

Christian, do you love me? Do you love me more than these? Will you eat beside me, And on my body feed? O Lord, I’ll eat with you. O Lord, I’ll eat with you.

Christian, do you love me? Do you love me more than these? Will you pray beside me In dark Gethsemane? O Lord, I’ll pray with you. O Lord, I’ll pray with you.

Christian, do you love me? Do you love me more than these? Will you stay beside me Through my trial of mockery? O Lord, I’ll stay with you. O Lord, I’ll stay with you.

Christian, do you love me? Do you love me more than these? Will you walk beside me On the road to Calvary? O Lord, I’ll walk with you. O Lord, I’ll walk with you.

Christian, do you love me? Do you love me more than these? Will you stand beside me As I die upon this tree? O Lord, I’ll stand with you. O Lord, I’ll stand with you.

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, I will stand with you.

Sinner, will you love me? Will you love me more than these? For I’m the one to save you From the bond of slavery. O Lord, I will love you. My Lord, I will love you.

“Passion Song,” words and music by Steve Williamson, © 2009.


Tis Midnight; and on Olive’s Brow

Words: William B. Tappan, 1822 Music: OLIVE'S BROW, William B. Bradbury, 1853


Words: Samuel Crossman (1623-1683) Music: LOVE UNKNOWN , John Ireland (1879-1962)

My Song is Love Unknown


To Mock Your Reign

Words: F. Pratt Green (b. 1903) Music: THE THIRD TUNE, Thomas Tallis (1505?-1585)


Postlude

Stay With Me

“Stay with Me,” words and music by the Taize Community.

Cantor:

Stay here and keep watch with me.Watch and pray, watch and pray! Watch and pray Not to give way to temptation.The Spirit is eager,But the flesh is weak.

My heart is nearly broken with sorrow.Remain here with me,Stay awake and pray.

Father, if it is possible Let this cup pass me by.Father, if this cannot pass me by Without my drinking it,Your will be done.


good fridayBehold the Cross

April 10, 2020Livestream: 6PM

PREPAREOn Good Friday we tell the story of the Passion of Jesus as we remember the love of God that was demonstrated by Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross for the forgiveness of sins.

Optional Daytime Activity: Stations of the Cross Prayer Walk (See Holy Week Prayer Walk Guide at churchrez.org/holyweek)

What you need:

✦ A cross. Visit churchrez.org/holyweek for some ways to make a cross.

What to do:

✦ During the service, move the cross from where it has been throughout Holy Week and lay it on the floor in the center of the room where you can kneel next to it to touch it and pray.

✦ Give online to Good Friday Gift (churchrez.org/goodfridaygift).

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PARTICIPATE Join us by livestream Friday, April 10 at 6pm.

Please observe silence at the beginning of the service.

The Entrance officiant: Blessed be our God.

people:: For ever and ever. Amen.

officiant: Let us pray. Almighty God, we pray you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

all: Amen.

THE WORD OF GOD


reader: A reading from the book of Exodus.



Isaiah 52:13–53:12 (ESV)

Psalm 22:1-11

1 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? *

and are so far from my cry

and from the words of my distress? 2 O my God, I cry in the daytime, but you do not answer; *

by night as well, but I find no rest. 3 Yet you are the Holy One, *

enthroned upon the praises of Israel. 4 Our forefathers put their trust in you; *

they trusted, and you delivered them. 5 They cried out to you and were delivered; *

they trusted in you and were not put to shame.6 But as for me, I am a worm and no man, *

scorned by all and despised by the people.7 All who see me laugh me to scorn; *

they curl their lips and wag their heads, saying,


Sequence HymnGo to Dark Gethsemane

Words: James Montgomery (1771-1854) Music: PETRA, Richard Redhead (1820-1901)

John 19:1-37 (NLT)

reader: . . . which in Aramaic is called Golgotha.

Congregation please stand.

reader: . . . and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.

Congregation please kneel.

reader: The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John.

The Passion Reading

8 “He trusted in the lord; let him deliver him; *

let him rescue him, if he delights in him.” 9 Yet you are he who took me out of the womb, *

and kept me safe upon my mother’s breast. 10 I have been entrusted to you ever since I was born; *

you were my God when I was still in my mother’s womb.11 Be not far from me, for trouble is near, *

and there is none to help.


—Fr. Matt Woodley

Crucified Between Two Sinners

The Solemn Collects deacon: Dear People of God: Our heavenly Father sent his Son into the world, not to condemn the

world, but that the world through him might be saved; that all who believe in him might be delivered from the power of sin and death, and become heirs with him of everlasting life. We pray, therefore, for people everywhere according to their needs.

leader: Let us pray for the holy catholic Church of Christ throughout the world . . . That God will confirm his Church in faith, increase it in love, and preserve it in peace.

Let us pray for all nations and peoples of the earth, and for those in authority among them . . . That by God’s help they may seek justice and truth, and live in peace and concord.

Let us pray for all who suffer and are afflicted in body or in mind . . . That God in his mercy will comfort and relieve them, and grant them the knowledge of his love, and stir up in us the will and patience to minister to their needs.

Let us pray for all who have not received the Gospel of Christ . . . That God will open their hearts to the truth, and lead them to faith and obedience.

officiant: 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 tranquility the plan of salvation; let the whole world see 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 Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

all: Amen.

Please stand.

The Veneration of the Cross officiant: Behold the wood of the Cross, on which was hung the world’s salvation.

people: Come, let us adore Him.


Sing, My Tongue, the Glorious Battle

Words: Venantius Honorius Fortunatus (540-600)Music: PANGE LINGUA, plainsong, Mode 3







all: 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.

The Lord's Prayer

Prayer at the Cross

Ah, Holy Jesus

Words: Johann Heermann (1585-1647); tr. Robert Seymour Bridges (1844-1930) Music: HERRLIEBSTER JESUE, Johann Cruger (1598-1662) alt.


Give Me Jesus

In the morning when I rise,In the morning when I rise,In the morning when I rise,Give me Jesus.

Chorus:Give me Jesus, Give me Jesus,You can have all this world.Give me Jesus.

Just about the break of day,Just about the break of day,Just about the break of day,Give me Jesus.

Dark midnight was my cry,Dark midnight was my cry,Dark midnight was my cry,Give me Jesus.

And when I come to die,And when I come to die,And when I come to die,Give me Jesus.

Public Domain

Sing to Jesus

Come and see.Look on this mystery;The Lord of the universe,Nailed to a tree.Christ our God,Spilling his holy blood,Bowing in anguishHis sacred head.

Sing to Jesus,Lord of our shame,Lord of our sinful hearts,He is our great redeemer.Sing to Jesus,Honor his name.Sing of his faithfulness,Pouring his life out unto death.

Come you wearyAnd he will give you rest.Come you who mourn,Lay on his breast.Christ who died,Risen in paradise,Giver of mercy,Giver of life.

Sing to Jesus,His is the throne.Now and forever,He is the king of heaven.Sing to Jesus, We are his own.Now and forever,Sing for the love our God has shown.

“Sing to Jesus,” words and music by Fernando Ortega and Rich Nibbe, © 2002 Word Music, LLC, Dejamesolo Music, Rich Nibbe Songs (a div. of Word Music Group, Inc.)

The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power

The blood that Jesus shed for meWay back on Calvary,The blood that gives me strength From day to day,It will never lose its power.

Chorus:It reaches to the highest mountain,It flows to the lowest valley.The blood that gives me strength From day to day,It will never lose its power.

It soothes my doubts and calms my fears,And it dries all my tears.The blood that gives me strength From day to day,It will never lose its power.

“The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power,” words and music by Andrae Crouch, © 1966 Manna Music.


Come to Jesus

Weak and wounded sinnerLost and left to dieO raise your head for Love is passin' byCome to JesusCome to JesusCome to Jesus and live

Now your burden's liftedAnd carried far awayAnd precious blood has washed away the stainSo sing to JesusSing to JesusSing to Jesus and live

Like a newborn babyDon't be afraid to crawlAnd remember when you walk sometimes we fallSo fall on JesusFall on JesusFall on Jesus and live

Sometimes the way is lonelyAnd steep and filled with painSo if your sky is dark and pours the rainThen cry to JesusCry to JesusCry to Jesus and live

O and when the love spills overAnd music fills the nightAnd when you can't contain your joy insideThen dance for JesusDance for JesusDance for Jesus and live

And with your final heartbeatKiss the world good-byeThen go in peace and laugh on glory's sideAnd fly to JesusFly to JesusFly to Jesus and liveFly to JesusFly to JesusFly to Jesus and live

“Untitled Hymn (Come to Jesus)” words and music by Chris Rice, © 2003 Clumsy Fly Music.

The Stand

You stood before creationEternity in your hand.You spoke the earth into motion,My soul now to stand.

You stood before my failureAnd carried the cross for my shame.My sin weighed upon your shoulders,My soul now to stand.

So what can I sayAnd what can I doBut offer this heart, O God,Completely to you.

So I’ll walk upon salvation,Your Spirit alive in me.My life to declare your promise,My soul now to stand.

Chorus:So I’ll stand,With arms high and heart abandonedIn awe of the One who gave it all.I’ll stand,My soul Lord, to you surrendered.All I am is yours.

“The Stand,” words and music by Joel Houston © 2005 Hillsong Music Publishing.


Jesus, Remember Me

© Ateliers et Presses de Taizé, 71250 Taizé, France.

Please stand.

officiant: Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, we pray you to set your passion, cross, and death between your judgment and our souls, now and in the hour of our death. Give mercy and grace to the living; pardon and rest to the dead; to your holy Church peace and concord; and to us sinners everlasting life and glory; for with the Father and Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever.

all: Amen.

The service will conclude in silence.

Closing Prayer


THE Great Vigil of EasterLigh t & Lessons

April 11, 2020 Livestream: 7PM

PREPAREThe Easter Vigil is an ancient Christian tradition celebrated on the Saturday before Easter Sunday. The service begins in darkness and then includes the reading of Old Testament stories of God’s salvation.

What you need:

✦ A candle with a drip protector or holder for each person to hold

What to do:

✦ At the beginning of the service, light your candle. When the readings from Scripture begin, extinguish it.

Ideas: Read the Easter Vigil readings ahead of time, especially if you have young children. Visit churchrez.org/vigil to view all of the texts.

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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 share in his victory over death.

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 of everlasting light; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

all : Amen.

celebrant: Christ yesterday and today, The Beginning and the End,

Alpha and Omega

His are all times and all ages to Him be glory and dominion through all ages of eternity.

all: Amen.

The Celebrant, with a knife, traces a Cross into the Paschal Candle and then outlines the letters of the Greek alphabet—Alpha and Omega—and says the following words.

PARTICIPATE Join us by livestream Saturday, April 11 at 7pm.

THE SERVICE OF LIGHT

celebrant: By his holy and glorious wounds may Christ our Lord guard and keep us.

all: Amen.

celebrant: May the light of Christ, rising in glory, banish all darkness from our hearts and minds.

all: Amen.

The Celebrant places the five incense buds into the candle, representing the five wounds of Christ.

The Celebrant lights the Paschal Candle with the new fire.


All remain standing for the Proclamation of the Resurrection which is sung by the Cantor.

The Procession of Light

cantor:

people:

The Exsultet: The Easter Proclamation

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. 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.

all:

cantor:

people:

cantor:

people:

Please stand.


cantor: It is truly right and good, always and everywhere, with our whole heart and mind and voice, to praise you, the invisible, almighty, and eternal God, and your only-begotten Son, Jesus Christ our Lord; for he is the true Paschal Lamb, who at the feast of the Passover paid for us the debt of Adam’s sin, and by his blood delivered your faithful people. This is the night, when you brought our fathers, the children of Israel, out of bondage in Egypt, and led them through the Red Sea on dry land. This is the night, when all who believe in Christ are delivered from the gloom of sin, and are restored to grace and holiness of life. This is the night, when Christ broke the bonds of death and hell, and rose victorious from the grave. How wonderful and beyond our knowing, O God, is your mercy and loving-kindness to us, that to redeem a slave, you gave a Son. How holy is this night, when wickedness is put to flight, and sin is washed away. It restores innocence to the fallen, and joy to those who mourn. It casts out pride and hatred, and brings peace and concord. How blessed is this night, when earth and heaven are joined and man is reconciled to God. 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.

all:

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.

The Story of Creation



Genesis 1:1–2:3

Church of the Resurrection, IL


Psalm 33

Words: Psalm 33:4-7, 12-13, 20, 22, © 1963, The Grail (England). Used with Permission of A.P. Watt Ltd. Music: Paul Inwood, b. 1947, © 1984, 1992, Paul Inwood. Published by OCP Publications.

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.

all: Amen.

The Fall



Genesis 3

Come Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy

Come ye sinners, poor and needy,Weak and wounded, sick and sore;Jesus ready stands to save you,Full of pity love, and pow’r.

Chorus:I will arise and go to Jesus,He will embrace me in His arms;In the arms of my dear Savior,O there are ten thousand charms.

Come ye thirsty, come and welcome,God’s free bounty glorify;True belief and true repentance,Every grace that brings you nigh.

Let not conscience make you linger,Nor of fitness fondly dream;All the fitness he requireth Is to feel your need of him

Come ye weary, heavy laden,Lost and ruined by the fall; If you tarry till you’re better, You will never come at all.

Words: Joseph Hart (1712-1768) Music: Traditional American Melody

Cornerstone Parish, Chicago


celebrant: Let us pray. O God of all mercy, your divine Son did not speak to his apostles of his suffering and death without also giving them the hope of the promise of his resurrection. Do not let the knowledge of our manifold sins and wickedness blind us to your promise of mercy and forgiveness to all who turn to you and repent, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

all : Amen.

Abraham's Sacrifice of Issac



Genesis 22:1–18

O Love That Will Not Let Me Go

O love that will not let me go,I rest my weary soul in thee.I give you back this life I owe,That in your ocean depths its flowMay richer, fuller be.

O light that follows all my way,I yield my flickering torch to thee.My heart restores its borrowed ray,That in your sunshine’s blaze its dayMay brighter, fairer be.

Chorus:Rejoice my heart,Rejoice my soul,My Savior God has come to thee.Rejoice my heart,You’ve been made wholeBy a love that will not let me go.

O joy that seeks me through the pain,I cannot close my heart to thee.I chase the rainbow through the rainAnd feel the promise is not vainThat morn shall tearless be.

O cross that lifts and holds my head,I dare not ask to fly from thee.I lie in dust, life’s glory dead,And from the ground there blossoms redLife that shall endless be.

“O Love That Will Not Let Me Go,” words and music by Albert Lister Peace, George Matheson, Robbie Seay, & Taylor Johnson © 2010 Birdwing Music (a div. of EMI Christian Music Publishing).

officiant: 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; throught Jesus Christ our Lord.

all: Amen.

Light of Christ, WI


Israel's Deliverance at the Red Sea



Exodus 14:10–15:1

Open Up the Heavens

We’ve waited for this day.We’re gathered in your name,Calling out to you.Your glory like a fireAwakening desireWill burn our hearts with truth.You’re the reason we’re here.You’re the reason we’re singing.

Chorus:Open up the heavensWe want to see you.Open up the floodgates.A mighty river.Flowing from your heartFilling every part of our praise.

Your presence in this place.Your glory on our face.We’re looking to the sky.Descending like a cloudYou’re standing with us now.Lord, unveil our eyes. You’re the reason we’re here.You’re the reason we’re singing.Show us, show us your glory.Show us, show us your power.Show us, show us your glory, Lord.

“Open Up the Heavens,” words and music by Andi Rozier, Stuart Garrard, Jason Ingram, Meredith Andrews, James Macdonald, © Word Music LLC, Sony/ATV Timber Publishing, West Main Music, Open Hands Music.

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 of Baptism: 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.

all: Amen.

God's Presence in a Renewed Israel



Isaiah 4:2–6

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.

all: Amen.

Church of the Redeemer, MN

Christ Church, WI


Take, O Take Me as I Am

Words and Music: The Iona Community

A New Heart and a New SpiritUn Corazón Nuevo y un Espíritu Nuevo



Ezekiel 36:24-28

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.

all: Amen.

Jonah and the Fish



Jonah 1–2

Church of the Cross, MN

Iglesia de la Resurrección, IL & Cornerstone, Little Village


The Valley of Dry Bones



Ezekiel 37:1–14

Glorious Day

I was buried beneath my shame.Who could carry that kind of weight?It was my tomb ‘til I met you.

I was breathing but not alive.All my failures I tried to hide.It was my tomb ‘til I met you.

Chorus:You called my name,I ran out of that grave.Out of the darkness into your glorious day.You called my name, and I ran out of that grave.Out of the darkness into your glorious day.

Now your mercy has saved my soul.Now your freedom is all that I know.The old made new, Jesus, when I met you.

I needed rescue, my sin was heavy,But chains break at the weight of your glory.I needed shelter, I was an orphan,Now you call me a citizen of heaven.When I was broken, you were my healing.Now your love is the air that I’m breathing.I have a future, my eyes are open.

“Glorious Day,” words and music by Jason Ingram, Jonathan Smith, Kristian Stanfill, and Sean Curran, © 2017 Kristian Stanfill Publishing Designee, sixsteps Music, Sixsteps Songs, Sounds Of Jericho, Worship Together Music.

celebrant: Let us pray. Almighty God, by the Resurrection 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.

all: Amen.

Your Mercy

I once was lost; I walked away.The road was dark; I could not see.My hope was gone; the pain was real.But your mercy.

You saw my steps; you felt my fears.You heard my cries; you caught my tears.Arms open wide you ran to meWith your mercy.

Chorus:Your mercy, your mercy.I stand before my king,And bow my heart to sing.You saved me, you raised me.You died so I could live.No greater love than this:Your mercy.

You gave me life beyond the grave.My deepest shame is cast away.You sing a song that covers me.It’s your mercy.

Your loving-kindness,Leads me to repentance.Lord let your kindness,Lead me to repentance.

“Your Mercy,” words and music by Andi Rozier, Jonathan Smith, Paul Baloche © Integrity Worship Music.



The Gathering of God's People



Zephaniah 3:14–20

Congregational Refrain:Fear not, O Zion,The Lord is in your midst.A mighty one, who will save you.

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 world see 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 Jesus Christ our Lord.

all: Amen.

—Bp. Stewart Ruch III

The Church Jesus Asked For

“I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. The glory that you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, I in them and you in me, that they may become perfectly one, so that the world may know that you sent me and loved them even as you loved me.” John 7:38-39

Mourning into Dancing

You I will exalt, Oh LordFor you lifted meWhen I cried to you for help,You restored my life!

You've turned my mourning into dancingClothed me with gladnessJoy comes in the morningOh, praise the lord!

“Mourning into Dancing” music by Justin Jacobson © 2016.


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.

all: Amen.


Sing Wherever I Go

Chorus:All my life,All I know,God's been good,Good to my soul.Mountain high,Valley low,I'm gonna sing wherever I go.

God is for me,He's not against me,I will hold to the plans he has for me.When I'm broken,He will fix me,I will call on the name of the Lord.

celebrant: Let us pray. Almighty 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.

all: Amen.

celebrant: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.

all: Thanks be to God.

Postlude

He's my heartsong,In my sorrow,He's my hope and my strength for tomorrow.When the storms rise,All around me,I will call on the name of the Lord.

I got joy joy joy,Deep in my soul.I will sing sing singWherever I go.

"Sing Wherever I Go," by Andrew Bergthold, Ed Cash, Franni Cash, Kyle Briskin, Martin Cash, and Scott Cash © 2019 Andrew Bergthold Designee, Capitol CMG Genesis, Capitol CMG Paragon, Kyle Briskin Designee, We The Kingdom ASCAP Designee, We The Kingdom Music.

Shout for Joy

Pour out your fervent praise.There’s a song to raise,Like a banner high.Lift up your grateful hearts,To the morning star;He’s alive and here with us.

Chorus:Shout for joy for the Son of GodIs the saving one,He’s the saving one.Shout for joy, see what love has done,He has come for us,He’s the saving one.

We stood on sinking sand,He reached out his hand,Brought us to his side.We turned out hearts away,He was strong to save,Now our savior reigns in us.

Jesus, you have saved us; be glorified.Jesus, you have saved us; be glorified. Jesus, you have saved us; be glorified.

“Shout for Joy,” words and music by Paul Baloche, Lincoln Brewster, and Jason Ingram, © 2010 Integrity’s Praise! Music.


Easter SundayChrist is Risen!

April 12, 2020Livestream: 7AM

PREPAREOn Easter Sunday we continue the celebration that began at the Easter Vigil! Jesus’ victory over death has set us free and given us life!

What you need:

✦ Bells, streamers, anything than makes noise

✦ Flowers to bring out

What to do:

✦ Clear some space in front of your livestream screen so you have room to dance.

✦ At the Holy Noise, shout, dance, ring the bells, waive the streamers!

✦ This Easter we remember the hope of Jesus’ resurrection and victory over death in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. As churches across our city are unable to gather in person, let ’s raise a hallelujah on our front porches to bring the hope of Jesus to our neighborhoods. At noon on Easter Sunday, April 12, gather with everyone in your household outside your home and shout “Alleluia! Christ is Risen! The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia! Alleluia!” Ring bells, make a joyful noise, and celebrate for 60 seconds! Post a picture or video of your celebration with #RaiseAHallelujah and #RaiseAHallelujahRez

Ideas: Make the day special by preparing a special meal, dressing up, bringing out flowers, taking a family photo, or even writing or telling your baptism story.

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PARTICIPATE Join us by livestream Sunday, April 12 at 7am.

THE LITURGY OF THE WORDWe conclude the Great Vigil, which traces Salvation History through the Old Testament.

Like Those Who Dream

When the Lord restored the fortunes Of Zion, city of God,We were like those who dream,We were like those who dream.

Then our mouth was filled with laughter, Our tongue with shouts of joy.We were like those who dream, We were like those who dream.

Chorus:The Lord has done great things for us,The Lord has done great things for us,The Lord has done great things for us.Oh praise Him! Oh praise Him!Sing your praises to our God, Sing your praises to our God.

celebrant: Through the Paschal mystery, dear friends, we are buried with Christ by Baptism into his death, and raised with him to newness of life. I call upon you, therefore, now that our Lenten observance is ended, to renew the solemn promises and vows of Holy Baptism, by which we once renounced Satan and all his works, and promised to serve God faithfully in his holy Catholic Church.

The Renewal of Baptismal Vows celebrant: Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil and renew your commitment to Jesus Christ?

people: I do.

celebrant: 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.

Come, restore our fortunes, O Lord,Like the streams in the Negev.We’ll be like those who dream,We’ll be like those who dream.

He who goes out with weeping, Yet bears the seed for sowing,He’ll come with shouts of joy.He’ll come with shouts of joy.

Those who sow in tears Will reap with shouts of joy.

“Like Those Who Dream,” words and music by Justin Jacobson © 2011.


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?


celebrant: Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?


celebrant: Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?


celebrant: Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?


celebrant: May Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has given us a new birth by water and the Holy Spirit, and bestowed upon us the forgiveness of sins, keep us in eternal life by his grace, in Christ Jesus our Lord.

all: Amen.

celebrant: Alleluia. Christ is risen!

people: THE LORD IS RISEN INDEED! ALLELUIA!

The Easter Acclamation Please stand.

He’s Alive

“He’s Alive,” words and music by Don Francisco.



reader: A reading from Paul's letter to the Colossians



Colossians 3:1-4 (ESV)

The Holy Noise The congregation rings bells at this time.

He’s alive! He’s alive! He’s alive and I’m forgiven, Heaven’s gates are open wide.

Easter Song

Hear the bells ringing, they’re singing that we can be born again.Hear the bells ringing, they’re singing,

“Christ is risen from the dead.”The angel upon the tombstone said, “He is risen, just as he said.Quickly now, go tell his disciples that Jesus Christ is no longer dead!”

Chorus:Joy to the world, he is risen, alleluia, He’s risen, alleluia,He’s risen, alleluia! Alleluia!

Hear the bells ringing, they’re singing Christ triumphant o’er the grave!Hear the bells ringing, they’re singing for all captive souls to save.With the angels we shout alleluia, dance in the aisles and ring every bell—Christ our Victor has gone before us and trampled down the dark doors of Hell!

“Easter Song,” words and music by Anne Herring ©1974 Latter Rain Music (Additional verse by Ty Warner).

Gloria

Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Glory to God. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer, receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father, in the glory of God the Father. Amen. Amen.

“Gloria,” words and music by Kathy Kastner, ©1992 Kathy Kastner. Used by permission.


Psalm 118:14–24

14 The Lord is my strength and my song, *

and has become my salvation.15 The voice of joy and deliverance is in the dwellings of the righteous; *

the right hand of the Lord brings mighty things to pass.16 The right hand of the Lord is exalted; *

the right hand of the Lord brings mighty things to pass.17 I shall not die, but live, *

and declare the works of the Lord.18 The Lord has chastened and corrected me, *

but he has not given me over to death.19 Open unto me the gates of righteousness, *

that I may go into them, and give thanks unto the Lord.20 This is the gate of the Lord; *

the righteous shall enter into it.21 I will thank you, for you have heard me, *

and have become my salvation.22 The same stone which the builders refused *

has become the chief cornerstone.23 This is the Lord’s doing, *

and it is marvelous in our eyes.24 This is the day that the Lord has made; *

we will rejoice and be glad in it.

reader: The holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Matthew.

people: Glory to You, Lord Christ.

Alleluia

Alleluia, Alleluia! Give thanks to the risen Lord. Alleluia, Alleluia! Give praise to his name.

Please stand for the Gospel reading.

John 20:1–18 (ESV)

reader: The Gospel of the Lord.

people: Praise to You, Lord Christ.

Alleluia

Alleluia, Alleluia! Give thanks to the risen Lord. Alleluia, Alleluia! Give praise to his name.


—Fr. Brett Crull

Christ is Risen!

“Mary Magdalene went and announced to the other disciples: ‘I have seen the Lord.’” John 20:18

Doxology

THE FIRST EUCHARIST OF EASTERIn the second part of the service, we encounter God at his table.

Please stand.

all: Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise him all creatures here below, O praise him, Alleluia! Praise him above, ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost: O praise him, O praise him, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!

Music by Ralph Vaughan Williams

The Great Thanksgiving celebrant: The Lord be with you.






celebrant: . . . Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:




all: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord! God of power and might. Heaven and earth are full, O Lord, Full of your glory! Hosanna in the highest! Hosanna in the highest! Blessed is he who comes in the name, The name of the Lord. Blessed is he who comes in the name, The name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest! Hosanna in the highest!

“Holy, Holy, Holy,” by Steve Williamson and Bonnie McMaken, © 2015.

celebrant: . . . Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:

all : Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

celebrant: . . . All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever.

all: Amen.




The Breaking of the Bread celebrant: Alleluia! Christ our Passover is 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, with thanksgiving.


Christ the Lord Is Risen Today

Words: Charles Wesley (1707-1788). Music: EASTER HYMN, from Lyrica Davidica (1708).


Living Hope

How great the chasm that lay between us.How high the mountain I could not climb.In desperation I turned to heaven,And spoke Your name into the night.Then through the darkness, your loving-kindnessTore through the shadows of my soul.The work is finished, the end is written.Jesus Christ, my living hope.

Who could imagine so great a mercy?What heart could fathom such boundless grace?The God of ages stepped down from gloryTo wear my sin and bear my shame.The cross has spoken, I am forgiven.The King of kings calls me His own.Beautiful Savior, I’m yours forever.Jesus Christ, my living hope.

Chorus:Hallelujah, praise the one who set me free.Hallelujah, death has lost its grip on me.You have broken every chain.There’s salvation in your name.Jesus Christ, my living hope.

Then came the morning that sealed the promise.Your buried body began to breathe.Out of the silence the roaring lionDeclared the grave has no claim on me.Jesus, yours is the victory.

Jesus Christ, my living hope. Oh God you are my living hope!

“Living Hope,” by Brian Johnson and Phil Wickham © 2017 Phil Wickham Music (Fair Trade Music Publishing [c/o Essential Music Publishing LLC]) Simply Global Songs (Fair Trade Music Publishing [c/o Essential Music Publishing LLC]) Sing My Songs (Fair Trade Music Publishing [c/o Essential Music Publishing LLC]) Bethel Music Publishing.

Garments of Praise

Put on the garments of praiseFor the spirit of heaviness,Let the oil of gladness flow down From your throne.Put on the garments of praiseFor the spirit of heaviness,Your joy is my strength alone, My strength alone.

Make these broken, weary bones Rise to dance again,Wet this dry and thirsty land with a river;Lord, our eyes are fixed on youAnd we are waitingFor your garland of grace As we praise your name.

Chorus:Hallelujah, sing hallelujah,We give all honor and praise to your name;Hallelujah, sing hallelujah,We trade our sorrows for garments for praise.

“Garments of Praise,” words and music by Jamie Harvill ©1999 Integrity’s Praise! Music.

Happy Day

The greatest day in history;Death is beaten, You have rescued me.Sing it out—Jesus is alive!The empty cross, the empty grave,Life Eternal, You have won the day,Shout it out—Jesus is alive!He’s alive.

Chorus:Oh, happy day, happy day,You washed my sin away.Oh, happy day, happy day,I’ll never be the same;Forever I am changed.

When I stand in that place,Free at last, meeting face to face,I am Yours, Jesus, You are mine,Endless joy, perfect peace—Earthly pain finally will cease.Celebrate! Jesus is alive!He’s alive.

Oh, what a glorious day,What a glorious wayThat You have saved me.And oh, what a glorious day,What a glorious Name.

“Happy Day,” words & music by Ben Cantelon & Tim Hughes, © 2006, Thankyou Music.


The Love of the Father

Lift up your voices and lift up your praise,Join with the heavens declaring the wonders of His faithfulness forever.

Sing of the victory, the hope of the world.The Savior has risen, the Spirit has come to bring us into love forever.

Chorus:We are the people of GodWith the freedom of hope in our hearts.How great is the love of the Father!

Lifted from darkness and into the light,The sons and the daughters are loved at a price. Our God has made us His forever.

This is the song of the redeemed,The ransomed and the free.Given life at such a price,This is love, this is love.

And when the Father calls us home,And we see Him on the throne,Hear the voices sing as one:This is love, this is love!

“The Love of the Father,” words and music by James Ferguson and Rich Thompson © 2014 CityAlight Music.

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.

Extending your hands toward the cross.

Lifting your hands up to the Lord.

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.

all: Amen.

The Blessing


The Strife Is O’er, the Battle Done

Words: Francis Pott (1832–1909) Music: VICOTRY, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525–1594); adapt. and arr. William Henry Monk (1823–1889).

deacon: Go forth into the world in peace, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. Alleluia, Alleluia.

people: Thanks be to God. Alleluia, Alleluia.

The Dismissal

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