A Warm Welcome Awaits You!
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April 5th, 2026
Easter Sunday
The Sacrament of Baptism
The Sacrament of Holy Communion
Prelude:
Trumpet Tune on The Day of Resurrection – Jason Payne
Hail to the Lord’s Anointed – Paul Fey
Fanfares on “Easter Hymn” – Robert Lau
Choir Anthem: All Praise to the King – Joseph Martin
Entry of the Word (please rise)
Greeting and Call to Worship
Alleluia! Christ is risen from the dead.
He is risen indeed. Alleluia!
Hymn # 243: Jesus Christ is risen today
Prayer of Adoration and Confession
Assurance of Pardon
Hymn # 521: Child of blessing, child of promise
The Sacrament of Baptism
The Invitation
Renunciation and Affirmation
Prayer of Thanksgiving
The Act of Baptizing
Declaration and Welcome
Prayer of Illumination
O God of Glory,
by the raising of your Son
you have opened the door to eternal life.
Fill your Church with faith, hope, and love,
for a new day has dawned
through our Risen Saviour Jesus Christ.
In his name we pray, Amen.
First Reading Acts 10:34-43
Responsive Reading Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 (Refrain I)
Epistle Colossians 3:1-4
Gospel John 20:1-18
Sermon “New Life Starts In The Dark”
Choir Anthem: Alleluia, Alleluia! – Deborah Govenor
Prayer of Thanksgiving and Intercession
Offering:
Medieval Tune (Jesus Christ is Risen To-day) – Paul Fey
Doxology # 830: Praise God from whom all blessings flow
The Sacrament of Holy Communion
Invitation to the Lord’s Table
Communion Hymn: # 558: The Son of God proclaim
The Apostles’ Creed: # 539
The Great Prayer of Thanksgiving- Lord’s Prayer: #564
Prayer after Communion
Hymn # 255: Now let the vault of heaven resound
Benediction
Parting Hymn: #252: He Is Lord
He is Lord, He is Lord,
He is risen from the dead and He is Lord.
Every knee shall bow,
Every tongue confess
That Jesus Christ is Lord!
Words based on Philippians 2:10-11. Public Domain
Choral Amen # 780 (Danish)
Postlude: Crown Him With Many Crowns – Mary McDonald
ANNOUNCEMENTS
As it is written:
Death is swallowed up in victory!
O Death, where is thy sting?
O Grave, where is thy victory?
Christ is risen!
He is risen indeed!
HAPPY EASTER! We welcome you to our Easter service this morning, as we celebrate Christ’s resurrection and victory over death. Thank-you for joining us. The Sacrament of Holy Communion will take place as well.
We extend congratulations to Curtis and April Dotzert on the baptism of their son, Gibson Parker Dotzert, this morning. Proud grand-parents are John & Lois Rose. Join us in McCullough Hall after the service for cake and refreshments.
HOLY COMMUNION: This morning, we will be celebrating Holy Communion by Intinction. When invited, please proceed to the Communion station nearest you to receive the bread and wine/juice. For those who wish to receive in their pew, please raise your hand when asked, and Communion will be brought to you. Please note that wine will be in the silver chalices, and grape juice in the glass chalices. Please do not drink directly from the chalice. Lightly dip your bread in the chalice of your choice, and consume it. May God bless us as we receive our Saviour's Holy Sacrament!
GREETERS AND USHERS: New lists to the end of July are now available. These have been Emailed. For those who requested a printed copy, this is available for pick-up on the glass display case in the hallway.
PWS&D NEWS: The April edition of news from the PWS&D is available. See the bulletin board in the hallway for more information.
WEEKLY GROUPS & MEETINGS:
Tuesday, April 7 – Medical Missions – 9:00 AM to Noon
Tuesday, April 7 – Bible Study – 10:00 AM
Tuesday, April 7 – PCW Meeting – 2:00 PM
Tuesday, April 7 – Frank Studio Music Lessons – 4:00 – 7:45 PM
Tuesday, April 7 – Frank Studio Sax Ensemble – 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday, April 8 – Sandwich Making – 9:30 AM
Wednesday, April 8 – JYSEP Youth Programme – 2:30 PM
Wednesday, April 8 – Kinnaris Ladies’ Choir – 7:30 PM
Thursday, April 9 – Community Meals – All day
Thursday, April 9 – Choir Rehearsal – 1:30 PM
Saturday, April 11 – Frank Studio Music Lessons – 10 AM – 5 PM
ARTICLES FOR “THE SAINT”: ADVANCE NOTICE! Articles for the next issue of our newsletter are due Friday, April 24th. Please submit yours to Kathy Currie or the church office by this date. Thanks.
FREE SUNDAY BUS SERVICE: There is a free bus service to Sunday worship at St. Andrew's for those in the Stratford area. If you wish to use the bus, please call the Office at St. Andrew's at 519-271 5668 to book a ride. The deadline for booking or cancelling (if you have a weekly scheduled pick up) is 12 Noon on the Friday prior to the Sunday you wish to attend.
SUNDAY COFFEE TIME & FELLOWSHIP: Join us downstairs in McCullough Hall immediately following the worship service for coffee, refreshments, and fellowship. All are welcome. If you can help in the kitchen, or can provide treats on Sunday morning, please add your name to the sign-up sheet on the kitchen counter.
CONCERT IN SUPPORT OF HURON-PERTH CHILD & YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH: Graham Bedard in concert at First Presbyterian Church, Seaforth. Sunday, May 24th at 7:00 PM. See the poster on the bulletin board for more details or call 519-527 1956. Free-will offering.