Sunday, April 8, 2018

People Following Jesus

And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the

Scriptures concerning himself.

As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going

farther. But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost

over.” So he went in to stay with them.

When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to

them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their

sight. They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on

the road and opened the Scriptures to us?”

They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with

them, assembled together and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to

Simon.” Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by

them when he broke the bread.

Luke 24:27-35 (NIV)

Greeters: Ushers: Joyce & Travis Good Johnny Wood Karen & Ron Wotring Nancy Holtzapple Anita Bongartz Bev Campbell Naomi & Barry Bryson Kathleen Shuman Ben & Jennifer Switch Fred Engle

The Chancel flowers are presented by: Vickie Kutz in memory of her father, James S. Goddard

Jean Fontes in memory of husband Tony, sons Mike and Bill, and loved ones

Gathering in God’s Name

Chimes & Welcome Prelude Prelude in B minor Franck

Call to Worship Rev. Dr. Roger Rabey

Leader: O Christ, in your resurrection, the heavens and the earth rejoice. Alleluia! By your resurrection you broke open the gates of hell, and destroyed sin and death.

People: Keep us victorious over sin!

Leader: By your resurrection you raised the dead, and brought us from death to life.

People: Guide us in the way of eternal life.

Leader: By your resurrection, you confounded your guards and executioners, and filled

the disciples with joy.

People: Give us joy in your service

Leader: By your resurrection you proclaimed good news to the women and apostles, and

brought salvation to the whole world.

All: Direct our lives as your new creation. Amen!

* Opening Hymn 470 O Day of Radiant Gladness

Proclaiming God’s Word

Prayer of Confession John Chege, Seminary Intern Risen Christ, whose presence is sometimes veiled from our eyes: Grant that when we do not recognize you, our hearts may burn within us, and when feeling is lost, we may cling in faith to your Word and the power of bread broken in communion. Forgive us for not trusting in the power of resurrection. Forgive us for not deepening our faith in you. Help us to live as children of resurrection and hope all the days of our lives. In the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus we pray. Amen.

Kyrie Eleison 572 Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us.

Assurance of Forgiveness Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the Gospel. People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!

* Gloria Patri 579 Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen

Scripture Luke 24:27-35

Message “While Breaking Bread...” Rev. Dr. Noe Juarez

Responding to God’s Word

Communion

Words of Institution Rev. Dr. Noe Juarez

Prayer of Thanksgiving & the Lord’s Prayer Rev. Dr. Ann Osborne 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.

Distribution of Elements

Prayer of Dedication

It is our custom at Highland to eat the bread when served, representing your individual relationship with God. However, please hold the cup until all are served, so we may partake together, representing our relationship as the body of Christ. Gluten, egg and dairy free bread is located in the central dish of the serving tray.

Presentation of Offering Rev. Dr. Noe Juarez

Offertory Panis Angelicus Franck

The bread of the angels becomes the bread of all; the bread of heaven is given a bounded form. O wondrous thing! The poor, the slave and the humble feed on their Lord.

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Of you, threefold and one God, we ask: Come to visit us as we worship you; lead us on your paths to where we want to go: to the light in which you dwell.

* Doxology 592 (inclusive) Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Going in God’s Name

Ministry Highlights & Greeting Rev. Dr. Roger Rabey * Closing Hymn 514 Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ

* Benediction and Congregational Response Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place; I can feel His mighty power and His grace. I can hear the brush of angels’ wings; I see glory in each face; Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place. Postlude Pièce Héroïque Franck

Music: Highland Chancel Choir, Kevin L. Estes, Director of Music & Organist

A/V: Jonathan Lefever

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