April 12, 2026
Second Sunday of Easter
April 12, 2026 Livestream Worship + Online Bulletin
Gathering
Chiming of the Trinity
Prelude
Come, Christians, Join to Sing arr. Michael Ware
Welcome
We are honored to welcome Rev. Dr. Phillippa Phaneuf as our guest preacher today. Rev. Dr. Phaneuf is a United Methodist pastor known for her thoughtful preaching and courageous witness to authentic faith. She brings a deep commitment to the Gospel, justice, and the inclusive love of Christ. We are grateful to have her share a message with us this morning.
Call to Worship
We gather behind locked doors of fear and uncertainty.
We come longing for peace.
The risen Christ stands among us and says, “Peace be with you.”
Christ meets us where we are.
Christ breathes new life into weary hearts.
The Spirit is moving among us.
We are sent into the world with courage and hope.
We come to worship the God of resurrection and peace.
Hymn
Christ Is Risen UMH#307
Reading from the Old Testament
Isaiah 52:7-10
Responsive Psalm
Psalm 85:8-13UMH p. 806
Please sing the response
Anthem
Steal Away arr. H.T. Burleigh
Jacob Bailey
Reading from the Gospels
John 20: 19-22
Sermon
The Power of Peace | Rev. Dr. Phillippa Phaneuf
Joys and Concerns
Prayers of the People | Make a Gift Online
Blessing of the Tithes and Offerings
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Doxology UMH#94
Hymn
Thine Be the Glory UMH#308
Please sing stanzas 1 and 3
Blessing and Sharing of Christ’s Light
Postlude
Christ the Lord Is Risen Today arr. James Koerts
Today’s worship participants
Our Pastor: Rev. Kelly Dotson
Music Director: Dr. Joel Reed
Worship Arts Associate: Patty Higgins
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