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Presbyterian + Worship at Home April 4th, 2021 - 10 a.m. DAY The Resurrection of Our Lord

Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death, and to those in the tombs bestowing life! — Easter acclamation from the ancient Christian East

Prelude Sonata in G Major, HWV 363b — G.F. Handel I. Adagio II. Allegro

Call to Worship / Easter Acclamation Minister: ! IS RISEN! People: THE LORD IS RISEN INDEED! ALLELUIA!

The people of make NOISE to celebrate the Resurrection of !

PRAISE

Hymn Christ the Lord is Risen Today — please join in singing on page 2

1 2 of Adoration (the Te Deum laudamus1 in unison) You are God: we praise you; you are the Lord: we acclaim you; you are the eternal Father: all creation worships you. To you all angels, all the powers of heaven, cherubim and seraphim, sing in endless praise: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. The glorious company of apostles praise you. The noble fellowship of prophets praise you. The white-robed army of martyrs praise you. Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you; Father, of majesty unbounded, your true and only Son, worthy of all worship, and the , advocate and guide. You, Christ, are the king of glory, the eternal Son of the Father. When you became man to set us free you did not shun the Virgin's womb. You overcame the sting of death and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers. You are seated at God's right hand in glory. We believe that you will come and be our judge. Come then, Lord, and help your people, bought with the price of your own blood, and bring us with your to glory everlasting. Amen.

Doxology

All ye who are of tender heart, Let all things their Creator bless, Forgiving others take your part. And worship him in humbleness. Sing his praises. Alleluia! O praise him. Alleluia! Ye who long pain and sorrow bear, Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son, Praise God and on him cast your care. And praise the Spirit, Three in One. O praise him! O praise him! O praise him! O praise him! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

1 A 5th century of praise.

3 RENEWAL

Confession of Sin Almighty God, we come to you in sorrow for our sins, and to humbly confess to you our unbelief. While we know and believe that Jesus died for us on the cross, and that he was raised for us from the dead, we admit it often makes too little diference in our lives. Forgive us, we pray. Enable us to fully embrace the truth of the , so that our love for you may fourish, that our obedience may be wholehearted and joyful, and that our witness may be more courageous. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our risen Savior, and triumphant Lord. Amen.

Private Confession

Words of Encouragement & Declaration of Pardon For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. [Colossians 1:13-14 (NIV)]

Words of Welcome Minister: The peace of the Lord be always with you. People: And also with you.

Announcements start on page 11.

Hymn I Know that My Redeemer Lives — please join in singing on page 5

4 5 Scripture Lesson: Christ our Passover (Pascha nostrum; responsive) Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrifced for us; * therefore let us keep the feast. Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, * but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia. Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; * death no longer has dominion over him. The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all; * but the life he lives he lives to God. So also consider yourselves dead to sin, * but alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia. Christ has been raised from the dead, * the frst fruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since by a man came death, * by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, * so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia. — from 1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 [BCP]

Special Music A Gaelic Ofering — Catherine McMichael I. Loch Solace

COMMITMENT

Scripture Lesson: John 11:17-27 17On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18Now Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, 19and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. 20When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. 21“Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. 22But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” 23Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” 24Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” 25Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” 27“Yes, Lord,” she replied, “I believe that you are the Messiah, the Son of God, who is to come into the world.” [NIV] Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

6 Pastor Higgins “THE RESURRECTION & THE LIFE”

Special Music A Gaelic Ofering — Catherine McMichael II. Gearr Riomball

Confession of Faith: The Apostles’

SPIRITUAL

Since we cannot gather for Holy Communion, we join in an act of spiritual communion, trusting in our Lord’s & love in this present crisis. Dear Jesus, I believe that you are truly present in the Holy Communion. I love you above all things, and I desire to possess you within my soul. And since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, I beseech you to come spiritually into my heart. I unite myself to you, together with all your faithful people, and I embrace you with all the afections of my soul. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer (unison) Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

7 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 and ever. Amen.

Hymn Christ is Risen, He’s Risen Indeed — please join in singing

8 9 10 Benediction & Minister: , by whose glory Jesus Christ was raised from the dead, strengthen you to walk with him in his risen life; and the of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always. People: Amen. Leader: Alleluia! Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! Alleluia!

Postlude Lord of the Dance. Shaker Tune — arr. Lloyd Larsen

WORSHIP ARTISTS

Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents with Trinity Church. We appreciate all that your music has contributed to our worship. Copyrighted songs are covered under CCLI #1250499 and CCS #11071. TAMMY LUM - ORGAN, PIANO JORDAN WILHELM - VOICE KATRINA ELSNICK OWENS - FLUTE ALETHEA WILHELM - VOICE

Trinity Church Announcements CELEBRATING CHRIST, SERVING OUR COMMUNITIES

TODAY

Easter Season. The Easter Season, the most festive of all the seasons of the church year, lasts for ffty days, beginning on Easter Day and continuing through the Day of Pentecost (this year on May 31). The frst week of the Easter Season is known as Easter Week, a seven-day intensive feast celebrating the !

Prayer Focus for Easter through Trinity Sunday. As we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection, we pray for new life in our hearts, in the church, and around the world.. ● for the church to fourish in nations where there are very few followers of Jesus—and for those taking to those peoples; ● for ministries of church planting & growth—especially in our Presbytery, the Redeemer Network, and Resurrection Brooklyn; ● for the members of the Armed Forces, including those from our church and especially those serving far from home, and for military chaplains, especially Chaplain Tim Fary, his family, & his ministry as an Army chaplain at Fort Benning; ● for Trinity Church to growth, thrive, & fourish; pray especially for God’s blessings on our pastors & their families, for our building project, & for all our ministries; and ● for a swift end to the global pandemic.

11 The Easter Sacrifcial Ofering is received each year during the Easter season, with the money going to the church’s ministry to the physically & spiritually needy. Please give generously! COMING UP

SERMON/ SCHEDULE (subject to change as we deal with the pandemic) NOTE: Briefer will be given at the in-person services. For the full sermon on the same text, visit the audio & video recordings on the webpage. April 11. Acts 4:32-35. “Resurrection Power.” Pastor Swanson preaching April 18. New series begins. “Resurrection Life: Lessons from Romans 8.” Rom 8.1-4. “Resurrection Life.” Pastor Higgins preaching April 25. Romans 8:5-11. “Life & Peace.” Pastor Higgins preaching

EVENTS & COMMUNITY Youth Group Gatherings. We plan to start up discipleship again with the Middle and High Schoolers on Saturday, March 27th at 11am. We may need to meet indoors that day, so do let Pastor Mark know if you have any questions. We will keep the groups distanced and everyone will be required to wear masks. However, if we can have our time outdoors, we will do so. Please RSVP for this event as soon as possible.

Baptisms/New Memberships. We are happy to announce that we’re planning for a service of Holy and the reception of new members—to take place soon! We are planning this for an outdoor service at the Church House on Easter Eve; that’s Saturday, April 3, weather permitting. If we are not able to make that service, we will plan for Easter Sunday or the frst possible Sunday morning after that when the weather allows us to be outdoors. ● If you would like to be baptized, to have a child baptized, or to be received as a member of Trinity Church, or if you simply have questions, please contact Pastor Higgins. Even if you know you cannot attend on Easter Eve, please let Pastor Higgins know of your interest, as another service will be scheduled for a bit later in the spring.

Regular members and attenders. Our Elders and Deacons are planning to make another round of calls to the congregation, just to check in with you all and to hear how you and your families are doing. Once you receive a call or email, please respond as soon as possible so that we can have conversations with everyone sometime over the next few weeks. If you did not receive a call by the end of the frst week of April, please contact Pastor Mark Swanson. We look forward to speaking with you soon! Annual Congregational Meeting. In keeping with our church bylaws, April 18 is the date set for our Annual Congregational Meeting. However, due to the pandemic this may be delayed or moved online. Please pay attention to the newsletter for more information.

Healing Prayer. Anyone wishing to pray for healing (physical, spiritual, emotional) for themselves, for loved one, and (especially now!) for the world, is invited to join Pastor Higgins for a brief of healing prayer. The service is scheduled to be held on Sundays at 11:30 on Zoom. The service will last for approximately 15 minutes. Login information will be in the church newsletter. ● Next Healing Prayer Service: April 14th

12 Adult CE Class. Pastor Mark and Ann Higgins are leading a class Tish Harrison Warren's "Prayer in the Night" as an online adult education ofering meeting on Wednesdays at 7pm. Tish Harrison Warren's book explores themes of vulnerability, sufering and God's seeming absence, structured around the nighttime prayer of . Please contact Pastor Mark if you have any questions.

Ways to Give: ● We encourage giving online through our secure website link on our church website: https://www.trinitychurchny.com/giving/ Or, through our mobile app, TrinityChurchNY. Your faithful giving is not only an act of worship but is much appreciated by the Trinity Church leadership as we desire to continue ministry no matter what adjustments are necessary to meet current challenges. If giving by check, mail it to the church ofce at 526 Anderson Hill Rd, Purchase, NY 10577. ● COVID-19 Support - On our church website, www.trinitychurchny.com, you will fnd a link labeled “COVID-19 Update'' which is a letter from our pastors encouraging us all to be there for one another, and to assist you in doing so that we might BE the church God intends us to be. There are links to forms to Give Help (volunteer) and Get Help (specify a need).

Ways to Connect: ● Website: www.TrinityChurchNY.com ● SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: Trinity Presbyterian Church NY, Facebook Group: Trinity People Staying In Touch, Instagram: TrinityChurchNY ● Church Mobile App: TrinityChurchNY ● Community Groups: via video-conferencing. To join one, use our website Contact Form. ● Prayer Team Support: You can submit a prayer request using our mobile app or contact form on our website. Our Prayer Team would be pleased to pray for you. ● Pastoral Care: Call the church ofce 914-967-6247 and choose from the voice menu who you wish to speak to, or use the church website contact form and your request will be forwarded. ● Newsletters: to be added to the mailing list, use the church website Contact Form.

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