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Welcome
Thank you for joining us tonight. We would love for you to become a regular part
of what God is doing in and through this church community. If you have any questions
about City Church, please ask one of our greeters or a member of the pastoral staff.
Also, please let us know you were here by filling in the form on the back page of
the program and placing it in the offering basket, or give it to a greeter.
Reflection
Those who celebrate the mighty resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, therefore, have
an awesome responsibility. When we say, “Alleluia! Christ is Risen,” we are saying that
Jesus is Lord of the world, and that the present would-be lords of the world are not.
When we sing, in the old hymn, that “Judah’s Lion burst his chains, and crushed the
serpent’s head,” are we ready to put that victory into practice?
...Are we ready to speak up for the truth of the gospel over the dinner table, and in the
coffee bar, and in the council chamber? Let’s make no bones about it: if Easter isn’t
good news, then there is no good news. But if it is—if it is true that Jesus Christ is risen
indeed—then Easter day, and the Easter message, is the true sun which, when it rises,
puts all other suns to shame.
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Prelude
Preparation
Alleluia! Christ is risen.
All He is risen indeed. Alleluia!
Opening Song
Christ the Lord is Risen Today Charles Wesley
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Doxology
Francis of Assisi Jonathan Gilley
1. All ye who are of ten - der heart, For - giv - ing oth - ers
2. Let all things their cre - a - tor bless, And wor - ship him with
Ye who long pain and sor - row bear, Praise God and on him
Praise, praise the Fa - ther, praise the Son, And praise the Spir - it,
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Confession of Sin
All Jesus Christ, risen Master and triumphant Lord,
we come to you confessing our sin and ruin.
Like your followers who remained in Jerusalem,
we find ourselves frightened and doubting.
Even as you appear and draw near to us,
we stand by in sorrow and confusion.
Have mercy upon us and forgive us.
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Songs of Praise and Thanksgiving
Arise, My Soul, Arise Charles Wesley
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I Know That My Redeemer Lives (Glory Hallelujah!)
Samuel Medley John C. Hatton
What com - fort this sweet sen - tence gives— glo - ry, hal - le - lu - jah!
He lives, my ev - er - last - ing Head— glo - ry, hal - le - lu - jah!
He lives to plead for me a - bove— glo - ry, hal - le - lu - jah!
He lives, my Je - sus, still the same— glo - ry, hal - le - lu - jah!
Shout - on, pray on, we’re gain - ing ground— glo - ry hal - le - lu - jah!
The dead’s a - live and the lost is found— glo - ry hal - le - lu - jah!
CCLI #141810 © Public Domain
Children attending kindergarten and younger are invited to go to their classes at this time.
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Gospel reading: John 20:1-18
But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb. As she wept, she bent over to look into the
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tomb; 12 and she saw two angels in white, sitting where the body of Jesus had been lying,
one at the head and the other at the feet. 13 They said to her, “Woman, why are you
weeping?” She said to them, “They have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where
they have laid him.” 14 When she had said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing
there, but she did not know that it was Jesus. 15 Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you
weeping? Whom are you looking for?” Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him,
“Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him
away.” 16 Jesus said to her, “Mary!” She turned and said to him in Hebrew, “Rabbouni!”
(which means Teacher). 17Jesus said to her, “Do not hold on to me, because I have not
yet ascended to the Father. But go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to
my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’” 18 Mary Magdalene went and
announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord”; and she told them that he had said
these things to her.
Sermon
“Resurrection” — The Rev. Tuck Bartholomew
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Offering and Presentation of Gifts
As the offering is collected, members of the congregation bring forward the gifts of
bread and wine, setting them upon the table.
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Communion
Communion, also called the Lord’s Supper, is the family meal of Christians. We invite
all baptized followers of Jesus Christ to participate. If you are not a follower of Jesus
or are not prepared to share in the meal, we encourage you to spend this time in prayer
(“Prayers for Reflection” are included on page 14). We hope this time is helpful to you
as you consider your relationship with Jesus Christ and with his people, the church.
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Sanctus
Hea - ven and earth are full of your glo - ry Ho - san - na, Ho -
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The minister speaks the Words of Institution.
Memorial Acclamation
Let us proclaim the mystery of faith:
All Christ has died;
Christ is risen;
Christ will come again.
We use wine in Communion. If you cannot receive wine, non-alcoholic grape juice is
available in the center of the trays. Gluten-free rice cakes are also available if preferred.
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Communion Song
Perseverance of the Saints Matthew Monticchio
sting. Tune your heart to joy; our strong God will death des -
won. None can snatch a - way; in his hand the cho - sen
ring. Soul, re - count the ways that your God sus - tains your
- lows. Though those clouds still roll, our same Lord pre - serves your
- troy. Cho - sen chil - dren one and all, God through
stay.
days.
soul.
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Blessing and Sending
Look, Ye Saints, the Sight is Glorious Thomas Kelly, William H. Monk
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Benediction
Alleluia! Christ is risen.
All He is risen indeed. Alleluia!
The God of peace,
who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus,
that great shepherd of the sheep,
make you perfect in every good work to do his will;
and the blessing of God almighty,
Father, Son and Holy Spirit,
be among you, and remain with you always.
All Amen.
Dismissal
Let us go forth to serve the world as those who love our Lord and Savior
Jesus Christ.
All Thanks be to God.
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Information and News
Easter Sacrificial Offering We will collect an “Easter Sacrificial Offering” today in addition to our
regular offering. This special offering will be dedicated to mercy and justice needs both inside and
outside of our church community. To contribute, please use the envelopes provided in the bulletin and
place them in the basket with the regular weekly offering.
Final Friday Gathering City Church gathers on the Final Friday of each month for light BYOB dinner,
fellowship, discussion and prayer. This month’s gathering will be hosted at the home of Matt Allison,
Ethan Schrum & Kevin Funderburk (4742 Larchwood Ave) this Friday, Apr 29 at 7PM. If you are able,
please bring a dish or drink to share (but please come anyway if you cannot). Contact Matt Allison for
info or questions (mrallison@gmail.com).
Youth Mission Fundraiser Join us upstairs after the worship service next Sunday, May 1 (~6PM) for
food, fellowship, and another opportunity to contribute to our youth summer mission trip to Fairmont,
WV (June 25-July 2). The youth will provide food and table service.
Gospel & The World Seminar The third of our “Gospel & Life” seminars will be held Saturday, May 7,
9AM here at Renewal Church. Katherine Leary Alsdorf, director of the Center for Faith & Work in
NYC (faithandwork.org), will be speaking on the integration of faith and our vocational calling,
with workshops on related topics to follow. Cost is $15 to cover lunch and logistics. Please RSVP
to attend with Jason Hsu (jason@citychurchphilly.com) by Wed, Apr 27. Contact Susie Matter
(susie@citychurchphilly.com) if 0-4 yr. childcare is needed.
City Church Spring Fling Everyone is invited to the home of Bon & Mindy Ku (48 Lavender Dr., Sewell,
NJ 08080 — 25 min SW of Philly) on Saturday, May 14 at 1PM for the 2nd City Church “Spring Fling.”
Rumors of a roasted Lamb are circulating, and a freshly home-brewed “City Church Belgian Pale Ale”
will be on tap. There will be ample space for outdoor games and for children to play. Come celebrate
the long-awaited spring! For info contact Bon or Mindy Ku (bonsku@gmail.com, minku72@gmail.com).
City Church on Facebook and Twitter City Church has a new Facebook page facebook.com/
city.church.philadelphia and is now on Twitter (@citychurchphl). Like us, follow us, or visit these
pages to stay informed on events and engaged with our community.
Community Groups City Church gathers in small groups across the city for fellowship, worship, scripture
study, prayer, and community service. Groups are now meeting on their weekly spring schedules. For
info about a specific group, contact the leader of a group that best fits your location and schedule (see
opposing page). Feel free to try several groups until you find the one that fits you best!
Online Giving Options City Church can securely process online gifts and tithes through e-check,
credit card, and the transfer of securities. Follow the link on our home page (to citychurchphilly.com/
support-us/giving) and select the “Online Donations” option (mobile device-friendly).
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City Church Children’s Ministry
Classes for Elementary students take place before the worship service at 3PM here at
the Renewal building (47th & Cedar). Students then join their families for the worship
service at 430PM. Before the sermon, children through kindergarten age will be dismissed
to their classes to the right of the sanctuary.
Community Groups
Community Groups are groups of 5-15 people around the city that strive together
to live out the reality of Jesus’ resurrection in our city. They allow space for
friendship, prayer, conversation about the gospel, and opportunities for service. To
get plugged in, contact the leader of the group below that best fits your schedule,
or email Drew Matter, our Community Groups Pastor (drew@citychurchphilly.com).
Tuesdays at 7PM
U. City (43rd & Pine) Contact: Chris Currie 215.317.4571. chris@citychurchphilly.com
Wednesdays at 7PM
Bella Vista (South & 10th) Contact: Jim Faircloth 215.301.7373. jimbillie.faircloth@gmail.com
U. City (48th & Larchwood) Contact: Kristen Hsu 267.259.4434. kristenhsu@gmail.com
Thursdays at 630PM & 7PM
Center City (15th & Pine) Contact: Julia Snyder 484.716.4099. julia.a.snyder@gmail.com
U. City (50th & Chestnut) Contact: Ben Sykora 484.716.4972. ben.sykora@gmail.com
U. City (49th & Hazel) Contact: Justin Mills 267.973.4184. justin.r.mills@gmail.com
U. City (49th & Windsor) Contact: Drew Matter 215.680.9499. drewmatter@gmail.com
Fridays at 630PM
Elkins Park (Church Rd.) Contact: Mike Emlet 215.498.4394. memlet@ccef.org
Musicians
Chris Aschman: trumpet
Bethany Brooks: keyboard, voice
Jeff Hiatt: bass
Karen Thomas: harp
Contact Information and Prayer Requests Ministry Contacts
If you are new to City Church, please use this page to let us know Organizing Pastor
Tuck Bartholomew
you were here. You may also use this page to inform us of any changes tuck@citychurchphilly.com
in your contact information, or to submit prayer requests for the staff 215.779.4242.
to pray over.
Assistant Pastor
Jason Hsu
First time visitor Interested in helping with: jason@citychurchphilly.com
267.259.8387.
Second time visitor children’s ministry
Community Groups
Regular attendee youth ministry Drew Matter
drew@citychurchphilly.com
hospitality and logistics 215.680.9499.
Youth Ministry
Chris Currie
chris@citychurchphilly.com
Children & their ages: 215.317.4571.
Children’s Ministry
Susie Matter
susie@citychurchphilly.com
267.303.7075.
Address:
Gifts
Email(s): These can be placed in the offering
basket on Sundays or mailed to:
Prayer requests: City Church
3720 Spruce St., Box 449
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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