9:45am SERVICE
MORE PEOPLE, MORE LIKE CHRIST
April 12, 2020 Easter
Address: 34605 N. Tom Darlington Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85266 Office 480.488.3384 / Fax 480.488.0850 Website: www.deserthills.org Facebook Desert Hills Presbyterian Church (Scottsdale, AZ) page 1
SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY EASTER SUNDAY 9:45am, April 12, 2020
*CALL TO WORSHIP (from Matthew 28:1-7) Leader: 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. 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: Christ is risen! People: Christ is risen indeed! *HYMN
Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
1. Jesus Christ is ris’n today. Alleluia! Our triumphant holy day. Alleluia! Who did once upon the cross, Alleluia! Suffer to redeem our loss, Alleluia!
3. But the pains which He endured, Alleluia! Our salvation have procured; Alleluia! Now above the sky he’s King, Alleluia! Where the angels ever sing: Alleluia!
2. Hymns of praise then let us sing, Alleluia! Unto Christ, our heav’nly King, Alleluia! Who endured the cross and grave, Alleluia! Sinners to redeem and save, Alleluia!
4. Sing we to our God above, Alleluia! Praise eternal as His love; Alleluia! Praise Him, all you heav’nly host, Alleluia! Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Alleluia!
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*AFFIRMATION
OF FAITH (Apostles’ Creed) I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.
*GLORY
BE TO THE FATHER Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost, As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, amen.
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PRAYER OF CONFESSION Gracious God, you have walked patiently with us throughout our Lenten journey. You have celebrated our successes and our growing understanding of your love; and you have mourned our failures and rejections of your healing mercies. This day, as we have gathered to celebrate the joy of Easter, let us remember that we are to become “Easter People”, people of the Resurrection; people who know that what was thought to be impossible has been conquered. Forgive our stubbornness and fears. Fill us with your healing love and help us to become the disciples that you need to serve in this world. For we ask this in the name of our Risen Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON (II Corinthians 5:17 ) Leader: If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creature; the old has passed away; behold, the new has come. Therefore, let us assure one another of God's Pardon All: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Amen. MUSICAL REFLECTION
Christ the Lord Is Risen Today
Robert Williams
PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION Spirit of God, speak once again through the Words of Scripture that our listening ears may hear Your voice. Help us to place Your Word in our minds, treasure it in our hearts, choose it with our wills, and live it through our bodies. In Christ’s name we pray. Amen. SCRIPTURE READING
I Corinthians 15:1-11
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Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. 2 By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have believed in vain. 3 For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 5 and that he appeared to Cephas, and then to the Twelve. 6 After that, he appeared to more than five hundred of the brothers and sisters at the same time, most of whom are still living, though some have fallen asleep. 7 Then he appeared to James, then to all the apostles, 8 and last of all he appeared to me also, as to one abnormally born. 9 For I am the least of the apostles and do not even deserve to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. 10 But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect. No, I worked harder than all of them—yet not I, but the grace of God that was with me. 11 Whether, then, it is I or they, this is what we preach, and this is what you believed. Leader: This is the word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God! PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THE LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 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. Amen.
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*HYMN
Alleluia! Alleluia!
1. Alleluia! Alleluia! Hearts to heav’n and voices raise; Sing to God a hymn of gladness, Sing to God a song of praise. He who on the cross as Savior For the word’s salvation bled, Jesus Christ, the King of Glory, Now is risen from the dead.
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2. Now the iron bars are broken, Christ from death to life is born; Glorious life, and life immortal, On this resurrection morn. Christ has triumphed, and we conquer By His mighty enterprise; We with Him to life eternal By His resurrection rise.
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY
Resurrecting
Chris Brown, Mack Brock, Matthew Ntlele, Steven Furtick, Wade Joye
Verse 1 The head that once was crowned with thorns Is crowned with glory now The Savior knelt to wash our feet Now at his feet we bow
Verse 3 The fear that held us now gives way To him who is our peace His final breath upon the cross Is now alive in me
Verse 2 The one who wore our sin and shame Now robed in majesty The radiance of perfect love Now shines for all to see
Bridge By your spirit I will rise From the ashes of defeat The resurrected king Is resurrecting me In your name I come alive To declare your victory The resurrected king Is resurrecting me
Chorus Your name Your name Is victory All praise Will rise To Christ our king
DOXOLOGY #815 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 *PRAYER
Verse 4 The tomb where soldiers watched in vain Was borrowed for three days His body there would not remain Our God has robbed the grave Our God has robbed the grave
OLD HUNDREDTH
OF DEDICATION
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SCRIPTURE READING
I Corinthians 15:12-34
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But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? 13 If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. 14 And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith. 15 More than that, we are then found to be false witnesses about God, for we have testified about God that he raised Christ from the dead. But he did not raise him if in fact the dead are not raised. 16 For if the dead are not raised, then Christ has not been raised either. 17 And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. 18 Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost. 19 If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied. 20 But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. 21 For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. 22 For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. 23 But each in turn: Christ, the first fruits; then, when he comes, those who belong to him. 24 Then the end will come, when he hands over the kingdom to God the Father after he has destroyed all dominion, authority and power. 25 For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. 26 The last enemy to be destroyed is death. 27 For he “has put everything under his feet.” Now when it says that “everything” has been put under him, it is clear that this does not include God himself, who put everything under Christ. 28 When he has done this, then the Son himself will be made subject to him who put everything under him, so that God may be all in all. 29 Now if there is no resurrection, what will those do who are baptized for the dead? If the dead are not raised at all, why are people baptized for them? 30 And as for us, why do we endanger ourselves every hour? 31 I face death every day—yes, just as surely as I boast about you in Christ Jesus our Lord. 32 If I fought wild beasts in Ephesus with no more than human hopes, what have I gained? If the dead are not raised, “Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.” 33 Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.” 34 Come back to your senses as you ought, and stop sinning; for there are some who are ignorant of God—I say this to your shame. SERMON *HYMN
“CHRIST IS RISEN INDEED!”
Rev. Jim Noble
The Day of Resurrection
LANCASHIRE
1. The day of resurrection! Earth, tell it out abroad; the passover of gladness, the passover of God. From death to life eternal, from earth unto the sky, our Christ hath brought us over, with hymns of victory.
2. Our hearts be pure from evil, that we may see aright the Lord in rays eternal of resurrection light; and listening to his accents, may hear, so calm and plain, his own "All hail!" and, hearing, may raise the victor strain. 3. Now let the heavens be joyful! Let earth the song begin! Let the round world keep triumph, and all that is therein! Let all things seen and unseen their notes in gladness blend, for Christ the Lord hath risen, our joy that hath no end.
*BENEDICTION
& RESPONSE Now unto Him #234 Now unto Him who is able to keep you from falling And to make you stand in His presence blameless and with great joy. To the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Be the glory and the majesty, dominion and authority, Both now and forever. Amen!
*POSTLUDE
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Scripture for April 19th I Corinthians 15:35-49 And I Corinthians 15:50-58
PRAYER REQUESTS ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Anne Wellington(9), Jeanne Frank(10), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12), Lloyd Ferguson(6) HEALING: Richard Cook (8), Barbara Purnell (13), Will Broxterman, Jim Shaw (9), Marge Sutton(1), Doug McFetters(9), Len Gilchrist (10), Bill Allen(3), Jackie Badger(18), Ruth Blakeslee(8), John Dinsdale(9), Nathan Harber, Geni Miller(4) (#) Indicates Parish Shepherd number.
MILITARY: Isaiah Skinner, Isaac Corbett, Hunter Helvie, David Leibold, John Beach, Mike Efird, Chanteal Williams, Ethan Groce, Clark Benham, Conrad McDermott, Graham Benham, Joshua Billard, Christopher Bingham, Cade Brennan, Joshua Fielder, Elizabeth Fricker, Gregory Fricker, Joseph Galaviz, Jonathan Gilleland, Cherise (nee Harry) Smallcanyon, Timothy Harry, Aaron Heinricks, Ryan Leavitt, Kate Miller, Jonathan Mulder, Jacob Rath, Jason Rath, Ryan Toomey, Chris Skinner, and Tyrus Smedes. ARE YOU IN NEED OF PRAYER? DO YOU HAVE A JOY TO SHARE? Prayer cards are located in each pew pocket and around the campus or you may submit your prayer request online at deserthills.org.
For those who have suffered a loss or who are going through a difficult time, Easter can be a time of painful loneliness and emptiness. If you are smiling on the outside but full of pain on the inside, and the joy of Easter seems far away, help is available. Our Walking Beside Ministry team is ready to provide confidential Christian care. We listen, care, encourage, and pray with and for you. To learn more, call one of our team members or Pastors.
WALKING BESIDE - A Visitation Ministry Barb Conti home: 480-419-8232 Joe Gilleland home: 480-575-8406 Moon Kahn cell: 480-391-2034
Sue Palmer Sara Ray Julie Wild
cell: 602-909-7964 cell: 480-888-6192 cell: 480-440-9022
SHOPPING ASSISTANCE We are here to assist you with your shopping needs! Please call the church office if you need assistance with groceries or supplies.
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ZOOM MEETINGS A Zoom Meeting account has been created for any group to access should they desire to meet online. Please contact our Office Manager (admin@deserthills.org), Kathleen Harris (kharris@deserthills.org), or Brett Everett (beverett@deserthills.org) to schedule a meeting for your group. *DISCLAIMER: Any online meeting platform has its risks. Zoom is no exception. However, the company has been responsive to privacy and security concerns and has corrected some of the known issues. Please do not join a meeting however, if you do not feel comfortable with this platform.*
All Bible Studies, book studies and home groups are encouraged to meet via Facetime, Skype or other electronic means. Leaders may still, for example, provide lessons, questions, devotionals, etc. to keep their groups engaged. Please contact Pastor Brett at beverett@deserthills.org if you have questions as to how to set these up.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES. DHPC members are encouraged to mail their pledges. The Finance team will be checking the post office box and the physical mailbox while the church office is closed. DHPC does not offer an electronic offering option. This decision was made for two reasons. First, the monthly and per transaction fee to the church would reduce the offering amount. Second, parishioners can elect on-line bill pay through their banking institution at no fee to them or the church. If you would like to set up automatic donations contact your bank. You will need to provide them DHPC's address (P.O. Box 874 Carefree, AZ 85377) your account number and your first and last name. Bobi Tomlon, Controller Desert Hills Presbyterian Church 480-488-3384 page 7
Easter Flowers
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Anonymous
In honor of the church membership.
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Joan, Johnny, Jeanne, Joyce & Judy Bergner In memory of John Bergner.
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Sharon Bonelli
In honor of Joe & Betty Warren.
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Nancy Clarke
In memory of loved ones.
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Glen & Vi DeStigter
In memory of their parents.
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Carolyn King
In memory of Ed King.
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Howard & Marty London
In honor of their children.
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Lynn & Thea Miller
In honor of their families.
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George Pasanelli
In memory of Birdie.
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Paul & Pat Phillips
In memory of their loved ones.
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Jim Shaw
In honor of Barbara Shaw.
Eddie & Susan Smith (L)
David, Jill, Brian & Drew Spack
In memory of Edward & Barbara Spack.
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Gisela Stewart
In memory of her husband Jerry.
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Allan & Joyce Watson
In memory of their parents.
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Anne Wellington
In memory of Jim Wellington and Barbara Shaw.
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June Wentworth
In memory of her husband Laydon.
(L)(T) Larry & Carol Young
In honor of Pastor Jim and Pastor Brett.
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CALENDAR Sunday, April 12th Church Campus and Church Office Closed 9:45 am Worship Service (Live Stream YouTube) Monday, April 13th Church Campus and Church Office Closed 9:00 am Bulletin Announcement Deadline Email announcements to: admin@deserthills.org 9:00am Women’s Bible Study with Cathy Hoxie (via Zoom) Tuesday, April 14th Church Campus and Church Office Closed
Wednesday, April 15th Church Campus and Church Office Closed 9:30am Engaging God’s Word Bible Study (via Zoom) Thursday, April 16th Church Campus and Church Office Closed Friday, April 17th Church Campus and Church Office Closed Saturday, April 18th Church Campus and Church Office Closed Sunday, April 19th Church Campus and Church Office Closed 9:45 am Worship Service (Live Stream YouTube)
APRIL WISH LIST Hi All, Attached please find a copy of our April Wish List. In light of the current situation you will see many new urgent items needed at this time at the food bank. Thank you all for your ongoing support. We appreciate your generosity in helping us to serve our community. Thank you, Michelle Reyes Administrative/ Warehouse Operations
URGENT ITEMS NEEDED AT THIS TIME… PASTA SAUCE CREAM SOUP LYSOL WIPES TOILET PAPER PAPER TOWELS GLOVES HAND SANITIZER Chili, Juice, Jelly, Canned Meats: Chicken, Tuna Chunky Soups, Rice, Peanut Butter & Jelly Pasta Sides (Rice A Roni, etc.) Bottled Juice
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