Prelude  

Welcome

Sharing the Peace of Christ

Gloria Patri   (UMH 71)

Call to Worship

Leader:  God is alive, bringing hope to all the earth. 

People: We come with hearts full of gratitude and praise.

Leader:  In the light of the resurrection, we are transformed.

People: We celebrate the new life that Jesus brings.

Leader:  Let us rejoice together in the gift of salvation.

All:        Blessed be the name of the Lord! Amen.

Music Come, Now Is the Time to Worship; I Stand Amazed

Children’s Message

Scripture   John 11:23-27

    Leader:  The word of God for the people of God.

 People:  Thanks be to God.

Message     Epiphany Journeys: Luxor

Music  Graves into Gardens

Prayer of Confession

Patient Lord, you know how we are. We let the frustrations and worries of our lives overcome us. Sometimes, we turn away from you instead of turning toward you. Forgive us and strengthen us to come to you in all our needs. We are grateful for your unending faithfulness. Amen.

Giving Our Tithes and Offerings                                                                        
Offertory  

Doxology   (UMH 94)

Prayer of Thanksgiving 

God of resurrection and life, we bring these gifts in celebration of the love of Jesus. Use them to spread hope and renewal, reaching those in need of your love. May our giving reflect the joy of new life that we find in Jesus. Amen.

Prayers of the People

  The Lord’s Prayer  (UMH 895)    

Music  I’ll Fly Away

Benediction 

Postlude