UMH – United Methodist Hymnal

FWS – The Faith We Sing Hymnal

Welcome

Sharing the Peace of Christ

“Gloria Patri”  UMH 71

Call to Worship

Leader: Christ is risen!
People: Christ is risen indeed! Hallelujah!
Leader: Let us rejoice in the promise of eternal life.
People: The stone has been rolled away; death has lost its sting.
Leader: Together, we gather to share the joy of resurrection.
All:  Let us worship with grateful hearts! Amen.

“Christ the Lord Is Risen Today”  UMH 302

Scripture Reading  Mark 16:1-8

Children’s Message (Kids may go to Young Disciples)

“He Lives”  UMH 310

Message “He Is Risen”

“Because He Lives”  UMH 364

Confession: Jesus, we celebrate your Resurrection with joy on Easter morning. However, we often go about our days forgetting the power that raised you from the dead. Forgive us. May your Spirit be our strength always. Amen.

Tithes and Offerings

Prayer of Thanksgiving:  God of miracles and grace, we give these offerings in celebration of Jesus’ triumph over death. May they be used to bring joy, healing, and transformation to those in need. Inspire us to live with hearts full of Easter joy and abundant hope. Amen.

Prayers of the People 

The Lord’s Prayer  UMH 895

Communion

“Up from the Grave He Arose”  ​UMH 322

Benediction