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Sunday worship bulletin for April 5, 2026
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Chiming of the Hour
John Gentry
Welcome, Announcements, and Invocation
Rev. Thomas Long
Prelude
“Marche Triomphale”
John Gentry
Paul Fey
Responsive Call to Worship*
Christ is risen from the dead.
Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Death has been defeated, and the tomb stands empty.
God’s love has triumphed over the grave.
This is the day the Lord has made.
Let us rejoice and be glad in it!
Hymn*
“Christ the Lord is Risen Today”
№ 251
Affirmation of Faith*
The Apostles’ Creed
№ 691
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day He rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Pastoral Prayer; Lord’s Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
The Sacrament of Holy Communion
Pg 730
Hymn*
“Low in the Grave He Lay”
№ 252
Offertory Prayer
Rev. Thomas Long
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Offertory
“Christ Has Conquered the Grave”
Chancel Choir
Arr. Bruce Greer
Doxology*
№ 682
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Words Thomas Ken; Music Louis Bourgeois
CCLI 1152573
Scripture*
Scott Bragg
Matthew 28:1-10 NIV
After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb.
There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men.
The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.”
So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him. Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.”
Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Rev. Thomas Long
Hymn*
“He Lives”
№ 257
Benediction
Rev. Thomas Long
Postlude
“Hallelujah Chorus”
John Gentry
G. F. Handel
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This Week’s Schedule
Today, April 5:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
Wednesday, April 8:
4:00 p.m. Prayer Group
Sunday, April 12:
9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service
Youth Group Meeting
Youth ages 10 and up are invited to meet in the Children’s Building at 4:00 PM. We meet every other Sunday. Next meeting is April 19 at Lithia Springs High School at 4:30 PM for the FCA’s Fields of Faith. The event lasts from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.
Braves Game Night Out
Join us Friday, May 15 to watch the Atlanta Braves vs. Boston Red Sox at 7:00 PM! Tickets are approximately $35 per person (tax included). Payment is due by April 26. We will meet at the church and travel together by van to the stadium. Only 5 seats remain, so be sure to sign up soon using the insert in the bulletin!
Mobile Food Pantry Ministry Launch
We are excited to launch our Mobile Food Pantry Ministry in partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank and the Good Samaritan Center of Douglasville beginning Saturday, April 18. Food distribution starts at 2:00 PM. This drive-through ministry will provide fresh food to families in our community. Volunteers arrive at 11:00 AM and are needed for setup, produce bagging, traffic coordination, and distribution. The pantry will be held every other month on the third Saturday (April 18, June 20, August 15, October 17, December 19). If you are interested in helping, please contact the church office.
Men’s Group Yard Sale – Saturday, May 2nd
Donations are now being accepted in the Children’s Building. All proceeds will support activities and ministries within the church. Thank you for your generosity and support!
Children’s Church Volunteers Needed
Our Children’s Ministry is looking for volunteers who would be willing to serve occasionally in Children’s Church. Volunteers will lead the Bible lesson for the day, but all lessons will be provided in advance and all crafts and supplies will be prepared for you. This is a wonderful opportunity to help guide and encourage our children as they grow in their faith. Even serving periodically can make a meaningful difference. If you are interested in helping, please contact the church office or speak with Jess Arther.
Prayer Requests
Please remember to lift up our brothers and sisters in Christ in your prayers throughout the week:
Susan Bennet • Betty Andrews • Mike & Pam Arther • Sherry & George Walker • Sandra Rodriguez • Kim & Danny Wine • McCant Hayes • Hannah & Gabrielle Beaujean • Vallorie Wood • Ron Black • Margaret Arnold • Stephanie Dallas • Caleb Elijah McCall • Alan Hembree • Wanda Wilkerson • Adrianne Forehand • Karen Forehand & Family • Bently • Ginger Adams • Dale Arrington
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please send correspondence to
office@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
PastorThomas@lithiaspringsmethodist.org
or call 770.948.5429
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