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FROM THE RECTOR

The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata

Happy Easter! We’re so glad you’ve joined us at Saint Michael today. We’d love to get to know you better, so please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on this page or in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need.

Today we celebrate Mother’s Day. We recognize and gives thanks to all those who serve and love others as mothers, no matter how that love looks. We also give thanks for those who have been mothers to us, but who now rest in the love of God.

Please pick up a Sunday News handout if you haven’t already and join us for our special programming whenever you can. Save the date for our Feast of Pentecost celebrations on Sunday, May 24, with festive worship throughout the day and a reception on the Colgate patio at 10 a.m. With summer coming soon, please be sure to sign up to serve or participate in Youth Mission Week (June 1 – 5) and Vacation Bible School (June 8 – 11) now.

As we prepare to worship together, I invite you to take a moment and center yourself on God’s presence. Worshiping, learning, and giving together help us grow closer to who God created us to be, and you’re part of that work. May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!

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Scan the QR Code to fill out the welcome card, sign up for emails, and register for Saint Michael 101. saintmichael.org/welcome

Welcome

Joy: A EuchArist for childrEn

The Lighting Of The Christ Candle

“The Light Of Christ”

The light of Christ has come into the world.

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The Opening Song

“Jesus Christ Is Risen Today”

Jesus Christ is risen today, Alleluia!

Our triumphant holy day, Alleluia!

Who did once upon the cross, Alleluia!

Suffer to redeem our loss, Alleluia!

Hymns of praise then let us sing, Alleluia!

Unto Christ our heavenly King, Alleluia!

Who endured the cross and grave, Alleluia!

Sinners to redeem and save, Alleluia!

But the pains that He endured, Alleluia!

Our salvation have procured, Alleluia!

Now above the sky He’s King, Alleluia!

Where the angels ever sing, Alleluia!

Sing we to our God above, Alleluia!

Praise eternal as His love, Alleluia!

Praise Him, all ye heavenly host, Alleluia! Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Alleluia!

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The Opening Sentences

Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen.

People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.

Standing

Please be seated.

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Celebrant Dear God, your Son Jesus told us that we should not be troubled; grant us peace to hear his words and believe them. Amen.

The Gospel Procession

“I Have Decided To Follow Jesus”

I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back, no turning back.

Other verses

Though none go with me, still I will follow. The cross I’ll carry ‘til I see Jesus. The cross before me, the world behind me.

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The Bible Story

The Song After The Story

“Sing

We Now Of Jesus”

Sing we now of Jesus, ris’n on Easter day. Sing we now of Jesus, ris’n from death’s dark grave. Lift up your voice, with all the world rejoice. Sing we now of Jesus, ris’n the world to save.

The Children’s Creed

All I believe in God the Father, who has made me and all the world. I believe in God the Son, who has loved me and saved me.

I believe in God the Holy Spirit, who is in me and all creation.

The Sunday School Prayer

All God be in my head. God be in my heart.

God be in my left hand.

God be in my right hand.

God be in my whole life.

Thanks be to God. Amen.

Additional Prayers and Silence

Reader Let us thank God for our families, friends, and our pets.

We pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader Let us praise God for God’s love and goodness and for our blessings.

We pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader Let us pray to God to help others. We pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Reader Let us ask God for the things we need; may we enjoy the food we eat, the home we live in, the health that we have, and when we are sick that we may be well soon.

We pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

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The Children’s Confession

Celebrant For the times we have hurt others.

People Forgive us, God.

Celebrant For the times we have acted selfishly.

People Forgive us, God.

Celebrant For the times we have been slow to forgive others.

People Forgive us, God.

Celebrant For the times we have not remembered your love for us.

People Forgive us, God.

The Peace

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

Mother’s Day Prayer

The Offertory (sung by the Saint Michael Cherub Choir)

Thank you, God, for my family Terry D. Taylor

Love is a thing our fam’ly needs to fill our thoughts, our words, and deeds.

Love is a thing our fam’ly learns through prayer, and worship, and God’s Word.

I thank you, God, for my family, and for all the love they give to me.

Love is a thing our fam’ly shows when tears of joy or sadness flow.

Love is a thing our fam’ly shares to help us listen, serve, and care.

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I thank you, God, for my family, and for all the love they give to me.

Love is patient, love is kind. Love is hopeful all the time. Love forgets when it is wronged. Love continues on and on!

Love is a thing our fam’ly needs to fill our thoughts, our words, and deeds.

Love is a thing our fam’ly learns through prayer, and worship, and God’s Word.

I thank you, God, for my family, and for all the love they give to me.

The Doxology

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.

“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow“ Hymn 380, v. 3

Prayers Over The Bread & Wine To Thank God For Jesus

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

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.

The Lord’s Prayer

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.

Standing

All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.

Eucharistic prayer continues.

Members of the congregation may come forward to receive Communion from the Celebrant.

Please join in the singing of the Communion songs.

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 Breaking of the Bread

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.

Communion Songs

“The

Lord Is Great (Psalm 8)” Refrain

The Lord is great! Everybody sing: la, la, la, alleluia! The Lord made us! Everybody sing: la, la, la, alleluia! God made the beasts, the birds in the tree, The fish in the water, and God made me! Refrain.

“I’m So Glad Jesus Lifted Me”

I’m so glad Jesus lifted me. I’m so glad Jesus lifted me. I’m so glad Jesus lifted me. Singing glory, hallelujah! Jesus lifted me.

When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me. When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me. When I was in trouble, Jesus lifted me.

Singing glory, hallelujah! Jesus lifted me.

“Rejoice In The Lord Always”

Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice!

Rejoice! Rejoice! And again I say rejoice!

“Praise Him, Praise Him”

Praise Him, praise Him, all ye little children. God is love. God is love.

Praise Him, praise Him, all ye little children.

God is love. God is love.

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“Seek Ye First”

Seek ye first the kingdom of God and its righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you. Allelu, alleluia!

Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Allelu, alleluia!

Ask, and it shall be given unto you, seek, and ye shall find. Knock, and the door shall be opened unto you. Allelu, alleluia!

Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Allelu, alleluia!

Thank You To God For Our Time Together

All Thank you, Jesus, for this Holy Meal. Thank you for giving us this Holy Food that gives each of us the gift of life. And thank you for caring for us. Amen.

Standing

A Blessing

The Dismissal

Celebrant Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

The Closing Song

“I Will Sing, I Will Sing”

I will sing, I will sing a song unto the Lord. I will sing, I will sing a song unto the Lord. I will sing, I will sing a song unto the Lord.

Alleluia, glory to the Lord.

Refrain

Allelu, alleluia, glory to the Lord. Allelu, alleluia, glory to the Lord. Allelu, alleluia, glory to the Lord. Allelu, alleluia, glory to the Lord.

We will come, we will come as one before the Lord. We will come, we will come as one before the Lord. We will come, we will come as one before the Lord. Alleluia, glory to the Lord. Refrain.

Song permission granted by CCLI License #171820 & Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint

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EDUCATION CLASSES

Sundays | 10 a.m. | 2nd floor of the Education Wing

Please enter and exit the Education Wing from the south entrance on Colgate Ave.

Saint Michael Chapel

9 AM Traditional Church

Joy! A Children’s Service

Saint Michael Chapel

10 AM Education for All Ages

Saint Michael Chapel 7:30 AM Traditional

Adults

Bible Series | Understanding the Culture of the Bible

Room 203 | Led by Dr. Tim Smith

Learn how cultural context shapes Scripture, moving beyond assumptions to grasp original meaning.

Faith & Practice | Easter People

Room 201 | Led by the Rev. Ken Brannon

Explore what resurrection means for everyday life, including building trust, leaning into community, finding your voice, and being brave.

Class for Parents | Parenting Difficult Children

Room 212 | Led by Katherine and Bob Penn

Parenting a strong-willed child can be exhausting. Hear The Penns share their story and provide wisdom, grace, and hope.

Saint Michael 101 | Spotlight: Discipleship

Room 200 | Led by the Rev. Robin Hinkle

Those who are new to our church or interested in membership will learn about Saint Michael’s mission and purpose.

11 AM Contemporary Church Traditional

5:30 PM Traditional

Saint Michael Chapel

Youth

Middle School: 6th and 7th Grade | Youth Room A

Confirmation: 8th Grade | Youth Center

High School: 9th – 12th Grade | Youth Room B

Children

Godly Play: PreK – 1st Grade (Ages 3 – 7)

PreK (Room 213) | Kindergarten (Room 211) | 1st Grade (Room 208)

One Family of Faith: 2nd – 3rd Grade | Room 209

Launch 45: 4th – 5th Grade | Room 207

Nursery available in rooms 19 & 20 in school hallway. Enter through the Sunday Education Wing entrance. See map for details.