Announcements The United Methodist Men's breakfast meetings are the second Saturday of each month. The next UMM meeting is April 14, at 8:30am in the CLC. Our program will be on the Appalachia Service Project mission. See wpumc.com/umm-fellowship/ for more information. ———————————————————————————— White Plains UMC Blood Drive—Sharing Life. Saving Lives. WPUMC will host a blood drive, through The Blood Connection, on Saturday, April 28, from 10am to 2pm, and on Sunday, April 29, from 4pm to 6pm, in our parking lot. For every person who donates, a $10 donation will be made to WPUMC. Go to wpumc.com/blooddrive to sign up. ———————————————————————————— “The Gospel According to Dr. Seuss,” Overnight Retreat and Celebration of Children—In Mexico, April 30 is Children’s Day: el Dia del Niño. White Plains will celebrate Children’s Day with an overnight retreat on Saturday, April 28, the children singing in service on Sunday April 29 followed by a lunch celebration for the children and their families. The retreat begins on April 28 at 1:00 pm, includes Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast and lunch, and concludes at 2:00 pm on Sunday, April 29, suggested donation for this event is $20 for one child or $35 for families. Register online or see Michele or Lupita for a registration form. ———————————————————————————— We're offering several studies and small groups beginning after Easter. You can register for them online, and you can also sign up for a light supper on Sunday nights from April 15 through May 6. For full descriptions and to sign up visit wpumc.com/ studies or use these individual sign-up links: •When Helping Hurts (5 week study) – Sundays, begins April 8 •Serving From the Heart (6 week study) Wednesdays, begins April 11 •Four Pillars of a Man’s Heart (4 week study for men) Sundays, beginning April 15 •Living Life Together (4 week study for women) Sundays, begins April 15 •Whisper – How to Hear the Voice of God (4 week study) Sundays, begins April 15 •The Wesley Challenge (4 week study) Sundays, begins April 15 ———————————————————————————— The men of WPUMC are sponsoring a Fish Fry Fundraiser on Friday, May 4 from 11:00am to 7:00pm. Proceeds will go to UMM Outreach Missions. The cost for a plate is $10 at the door or $9 if you order and pay online. The meal includes fried fish, potato salad, coleslaw, hush puppies, and banana pudding. Dine-in or take-out. Rain or Shine!

This morning we welcome the Oak City Brass Quintet: Carey Foreman—trumpet; Robert Hunter—trumpet; Eric Smith—horn; William Helton—euphonium; and Scott Sweeney—bass trombone. The participation of Oak City Brass Quintet is made possible by a generous gift from the Basham family in memory of Pat Basham.

The Church Office will be closed on Easter Monday, April 2.

Prayer Concerns Anna Avery, Anjalie Bhattacharyya, Carol Boykin, Maria del Carmen Burgos, Joyce “Boo Boo” Byrd, Roy Carawan, Glenda Darrell, Jack Farmer, Lisa Fox, Rob Frohlking, Tempie Furr, Carol Garland, Mike Hardy, Dylan Harrell, Susan Hayman, Eleanor Hennis, Hortencia Herlinda, Bob Hinshaw, Larry Hollis, Becky Humphrey, Fred Jetter, Pat Johnson, Phyllis Lang, Debbie Lewis, Dick Orander, Gary Parker, Lorraine Perkinson, Amy Pethick, Glen Phillips, Fred Pippin, Don Remley, Ginny Sapp, Al Tahan, Harlyn Van Sloten, Lilly VanStory, Tracey Walden, Eloise Walker, Becky Wooten, Elaine Zisek, and those serving in the Armed Forces

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Traditional Worship, 8:30am

*Dedication of Gifts—The Doxology

Welcome and Announcements Prelude The Strife Is O’er

Lisa Shoemaker-Lohmeyer

Choral Introit Alleluia, Christ Is Alive! Joel Raney Chancel Choir, Credo, Grace Notes, Oak City Brass Quintet, Nathan Schnoor—piano, Mac Pannill—organ *Call To Worship Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!! *Hymn of Praise Christ the Lord Is Risen Today Time of Prayer Invitation, confession, Pardon and Peace

UMH #95

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! The Great Thanksgiving

11:00am

Musical Setting TFWS #2257 b, c, and d

(Communion will be served by intinction. Ushers will direct the congregation. We offer a station for communion that is gluten-free, vegan, and "top 8" allergen-free.)

The Lord’s Prayer 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, forever. Amen. Breaking the Bread and Giving the Bread and Cup UMH #302 UMH #8

*Closing Hymn Lift High the Cross

UMH #159

*Dismissal with Blessing Go forth celebrating God’s victory through Jesus Christ. Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed!

Scripture

*Choral Response Hallelujah Chorus G. F. Handel Chancel Choir, Credo, Grace Notes, Oak City Brass Quintet, Mac Pannill—organ

NT #108

Anthem Rejoice, the Lord Is King! Heather Sorenson Chancel Choir, Credo, Grace Notes, Oak City Brass Quintet, Mac Pannill—organ Message Easter—Really? Rev. Ray Warren Response to the Word Children’s Choir The Offertory Thine Be the Glory J. Marty Cope Chancel Choir, Credo, Grace Notes, Oak City Brass Quintet, Mac Pannill—organ

Get Down God Is Able Blessed Be Your Name Prayer and offering—Dr. Lee Heathcoat Offering Cornerstone

Prayer After Receiving Communion

Prayer For Illumination O Lord, open our hearts and minds by the power of your Holy Spirit that as the scriptures are read and your Word proclaimed, we may hear with joy what you say to us today. Amen. John 20: 1-21

Welcome...We’re Glad You Are Here!

Postlude Toccata in F

CM Widor

Please sign the attendance book in your row, so we might have an accurate record of your presence in worship. Congregation standing Children ages 5 and under are welcome in the children’s wing for nursery care at any time during the 8:30 service.

Please silence your cell phone before the service of worship begins. Devices are available near the entrance of the Sanctuary for those needing assistance with hearing the service.

Message Easter—Really? Rev. Ray Warren Children 3 years-2nd grade are invited to E9 for Children’s Church during the Message and will re-enter the service after the Message.

Scripture John 20: 1-21 Communion Breathe Response/final Remarks We’d love to get to know you, and we’d like for you to get to know us! Feel free to sign the pew pad when it is passed your way if you’d like to share your contact info with us. Thanks!

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