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ALLELUIA!
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The Coral Gables Congregational Church
A Just Peace & Open and Affirming Congregation
of the United Church of Christ
3010 De Soto Boulevard
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
305.448.7421
www.gablesucc.org
EASTER 2015
PRE-SERVICE MUSIC
SELECTIONS FOR BRASS CHOIR, TIMPANI, AND ORGAN
Trumpet Tune in G
Jeremy Bankson
Dr. Gregory Taylor and the Brass Choir
Brass Choir: Chris Burbank, trumpet Francisco Dimas, trumpet; Clinton Soisson, French horn
Tim Conner, trombone; Dante Luciani, trombone; Mark Schubert, timpani
VOCAL SELECTIONS
Acclamation: Hallelujah, Praise the Lord
Robert Ray
Michelle Caravia, Charmyn Kirton, Greg Jackson, Steve Weirich, vocalists
All Heaven Declares
Mary, Mary
The Vocal Ensemble
SELECTION FOR BRASS CHOIR
The Trumpet Shall Sound
CCLI License # 11282912
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Tom Fettke
Joseph Martin
G.F. Handel
EASTER FESTIVAL OF WORSHIP
April 5, 2015
9:00 a.m.
Our faith is over 2000 years old;
Our thinking is not.
THE ORDER OF WORSHIP
*Indicates all who are able may stand
CHORAL PROCESSIONAL
Christ Will Be Your Light
Anthony Cabrera and Brandon Mowry, vocalists
Haas
CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader:
Come to me, all you who sit in darkness
and in the shadow of death!
On you has the light shone!
Leader:
For Jesus Christ is the light of the world
and this is the story;
the light shines in the darkness
and the darkness could not put it out!
Leader:
Jesus said,
“I am the resurrection and the life.
I am the bright and morning star.”
Leader:
We join with the angels in their hymns of praise;
Glory to God in the highest
and on earth peace, Alleluia!
Leader:
People:
Christ is risen!
We are risen in Christ!
EASTER INTROIT
John Ferguson
The Chancel Choir with Brass
*OPENING HYMN
Christ the Lord Is Risen Today
Please stand when directed
Christ the Lord is risen today, Al---le-lu-ia!
All on earth with angels say: Al---le-lu-ia!
Raise your joys and triumphs high, Al---le-lu-ia!
Sing, ye heavens, and earth reply, Al---le-lu-ia!
Jesus lives, eternal spring, Al---le-lu-ia!
Where, O death, is now thy sting? Al---le-lu-ia!
Dying once, now all doth save, Al---le-lu-ia!
Where thy victory, O grave? Al---le-lu-ia!
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Love's redeeming work is done, Al---le-lu-ia!
Suffering ended, freedom won, Al---le-lu-ia!
Death has yielded up its prize, Al---le-lu-ia!
Christ has opened Paradise, Al---le-lu-ia!
Soar we now where Christ has led, Al---le-lu-ia!
Following our exalted Head, Al---le-lu-ia!
Made like Christ, to life we rise, Al---le-lu-ia!
Ours the cross, the grave, the skies, Al---le-lu-ia!
*PRAYER OF AFFIRMATION
Your light is the only light we need
as we travel through life's mystery.
Your word the only voice we hear,
that still small voice that leads us
to the place where we should be.
Your presence is the only company we need
as we walk this narrow road.
Your fellowship the warmth we crave
to help us on our way.
May the truth of Easter
the joy of Easter
and the blessings of Easter
be with us today and always.
Amen.
You may be seated following the Prayer of Affirmation
ANTHEM
Credo (from Gospel Mass)
The Chancel Choir
Robert Ray
THE WORDS OF WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thank you for signing the red hospitality pad found in the pews and passing it around.
Please use your smart phone to check in on Facebook or Twitter and let your family and friends know that you are
at Coral Gables Congregational UCC.
Invite your family and friends around the world to worship with us online
each Sunday at http://gablesucc.org/live.
Be sure to “like” us at http://facebook.com/mycgcc.
You are most welcome to connect your smart device to our free wifi service.
THE OFFERING OF OUR GIFTS
Offertory Music
I Will Rise
Tomlin, arr. Courtney/Hasseler
Martha Hester, Charmyn Kirton, Josef Spencer, Alex Woods, vocalists
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*THE PRESENTATION OF OUR GIFTS
Please stand for the Singing of the Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise God, all creatures here below.
Praise God above, ye heavenly host,
Creator, Christ and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*THE PRAYER OF DEDICATION
Unison: Loving God, may these offerings bring hope, peace, love, and joy to
others who seek a better life for themselves. Use our gifts to do
justice in a world of neglect and indifference. May the rising up of
Christ inspire all of us to rise up and give generously of our time,
talent, and treasure. Amen.
Please remain standing for the Choral Responses and Easter Gospel.
*CHORAL INVITATION
Receive the Word
The Chancel Choir
*THE EASTER GOSPEL
Mark 16:1-8
Haas
When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought
spices, so that they might go and anoint him. And very early on the first day of the week, when the
sun had risen, they went to the tomb. They had been saying to one another, “Who will roll away
the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb?” When they looked up, they saw that the stone,
which was very large, had already been rolled back. As they entered the tomb, they saw a young
man, dressed in a white robe, sitting on the right side; and they were alarmed. But he said to them,
“Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised;
he is not here. Look, there is the place they laid him. But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he is
going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him, just as he told you.” So they went out and
fled from the tomb, for terror and amazement had seized them; and they said nothing to anyone,
for they were afraid.
Friends, listen. God is still speaking!
Thanks be to God!
*CHORAL RESPONSE
Receive the Word
The Chancel Choir
Haas
AN EASTER REFLECTION
The Rev. Dr. Laurinda Hafner
*ANTHEM
Hallelujah (from Messiah)
The Chancel Choir
As tradition invites us, please stand as you are able for the Hallelujah Chorus
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G.F. Handel
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
Our table is wide-open to all who desire a closer relationship with God no matter
your age, gender, station in life, sexual orientation, or faith tradition.
We use grape juice rather than wine and gluten-free bread so that all may come freely to the table.
INVITATION
WORDS OF AFFIRMATION
Leader:
For the journey that life has been,
People: Amen.
Leader:
For all that life is for us now,
People: Amen.
Leader:
For all that the future holds,
People: Amen.
Leader:
And for the mystery of life beyond this life,
People: Amen.
THE PRAYER OF CONSECRATION
THE BREAKING OF BREAD AND THE POURING OF THE CUP
You are invited to come forward to the servers in your section to receive the gifts of bread and cup. Please take a
piece of bread, dip it in the chalice, eat and be grateful. You may then return to your seat. If you wish to be served
in your pew, please remain in your seat and an usher will bring the bread and cup to you.
COMMUNION MUSIC
Come to the Table
The Vocal Ensemble
*PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
Unison: We give thanks that we have gathered together in this sacred place,
and that we have been refreshed at this table. May we go forth into the
world in courage and peace through the One who came that we might
have life and have it abundantly, Jesus Christ our risen Savior. Amen.
Please remain standing for the hymn.
*HYMN
The Day of Resurrection
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.
Our hearts be pure from evil, that we may see aright
The Christ who reigns eternal in resurrection light;
We listen for the teaching once heard so calm and plain
For we, too, want to follow and raise the victor strain.
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Now let the heavens be joyful, let earth its song begin,
The whole world keep high triumph, and all that is therein;
Let all things seen and unseen their notes of gladness blend,
For Christ again has risen, our joy that has no end.
*BENEDICTION
*POSTLUDE
Following worship you are cordially invited to join us in the Fellowship Hall for a special Easter reception.
Visitors and guests, we would LOVE to have you join us.
A WARM AND CORDIAL WELCOME TO ALL GUESTS
If you are visiting with us for the first time this morning, we welcome you. We are grateful we
have found each other. And, if somehow, there is something in you, some still small voice seeking
a place to live out your faith, to ask important questions, and to serve beyond yourself, we invite
you into our community. For more information about the church or membership, please contact
Pastor Laurie at 305.448.7421, ext. 116 or at LaurieH@gablesucc.org.
THANK YOU TO OUR USHERS TODAY
Lois Legge, Head Usher;
Maria Anderson, Nora Matelis, Marilyn Caputo, Sofia Larraz, and Janet Copeland.
COMMUNION SERVERS:
John Carson, Aldo Brito, Carrie Cleland, and Lois Legge.
FLOWERS THIS MORNING…
…are in loving memory of Gerardo (Jerry) Santeiro by his daughter Christina and John Carson.
STAY IN TOUCH
Once a week or so, Pastor Laurie e-mails a pastoral letter, Laurie’s Lines, to all members and
friends, filling them in on the week’s events, any special concerns that have arisen, and general
church business. If you would like to be included, contact Ron Morgan at RonM@gablesucc.org.
GERMAN-LANGUAGE SERVICES
Deutschsprachiger Faschingsgottesdienst
Join us for our Easter service today at 3:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
For more information e-mail info@deutschkircheflorida.com to sign up for our mailing list.
FAIR TRADE MARKETPLACE
Open today from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Innovative Easter dinner table centerpieces from Lenca women artisans of Honduras.
Columbian design pottery eggs and water vessel pieces now 15% off.
Check out wonderful new items from the growing “All Blessings Flow” spiritual center.
Your purchases empower artisans to work and build strong families and villages globally.
Unique and Special Gifts ~ Located outside the Fellowship Hall
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BACK ON TRACK
Tuesday, April 7 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in Havighorst Lounge
Back on Track Network is a faith-based, career support organization offering spiritual, motivational
and practical techniques and best practices to individuals in various stages of career transition.
This week’s program will feature guest speaker Piedad Valencia, a communications, public
relations and marketing professional who will present a workshop on organizing a strategic job
search campaign. You will learn how to put together the key pieces critical to a job search
including: planning, documentation, tracking, following-up, etc. Learn tips to help you get -- and
stay -- organized, focused, and on-target with your efforts. All are welcome.
CHURCH NIGHT IN
Each Wednesday Evening from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
$5 for adults / $3 for kids 12 and under
Take-Out Available
Come see old friends and meet new friends while gathering for a delicious dinner.
NEXT SUNDAY, APRIL 12: GAY PRIDE
On this day, there are two locations for worship: You are invited to festive worship as usual at
9:00 a.m. in the Chapel or 11:00 a.m. in our beautiful historic Sanctuary, or you are invited to
worship in the beauty of the outdoors on South Beach as we share the good news of an inclusive
welcoming gospel message with those who are gathering for the annual Gay PRIDE parade. For
those wishing to worship on South Beach, please join us at 11:00 a.m. on the public-domain green
space between 10th and 11th streets on Ocean Drive. The church shuttle will leave at 9:30 a.m.,
and will return after the parade, which begins at 12:00 noon. To reserve a seat, contact Ron
Morgan at RonM@gablesucc.org.
ADULT SPIRITUAL FORMATION
Sunday Mornings from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in Havighorst Lounge
Childcare always provided.
The History of Making the Bible
Sundays, April 12 - June 14
What is our Biblical Canon? How were the books selected? What books were left out and why?
Why are there different versions? Join us as we view lectures from The Teaching Company and
share information from text sources as we reflect on the making of the Bible.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Monday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library
We gather to create beautiful prayer shawls to share with members of our church family who are
ill or grieving or maybe even celebrating a special event. You do not have to know how to knit or
crochet – someone will teach you. If you are looking for a ministry of prayer and care for others,
this may be it. Come and help wrap someone in God’s love by creating a beautiful prayer shawl.
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CALLING ALL FUN-LOVING AND ADVENTUROUS PEOPLE
Join us as we explore South Florida
Brunch at Crazy About You
Thursday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m.
Enthusiasts rave about the amazing atmosphere at this Brickell Area restaurant with a “superview” of the bay from the ample terrace. $20 per person which includes Virginia ham and
American cheese croissants, scrambled eggs, bacon, patatas bravas, Belgian waffles with
strawberries and cream, and American coffee.
The Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera Art Exhibit
at the NSU Art Museum Ft. Lauderdale
Thursday, May 14 ~ Leave church by shuttle at 9:30 a.m.
$25 includes tour and lunch at the Museum
To make reservations for either event, contact Drew Sandbulte at
305.448.7421 ext. 150 or DrewS@gablesucc.org.
FAMILY PROMISE: THE NEXT STEP
Thursday Evening, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Temple Judea
5500 Granada Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33146
A mother loses her job, a father is kept from working by an injury, a family is forced from their
home by fire or natural disaster. Healthcare costs soar, public transportation is underfunded,
affordable housing is almost impossible to find. These are the reasons why families now make up
40 percent of the homeless population, and why one out of every four homeless people is a child.
In response to this crisis, a national organization called Family Promise seeks to bring the faith
community together to help families regain their housing, their independence, and their dignity.
Over the past months we have been meeting to see how we could create a Family Promise affiliate
here in Miami to help keep homeless families intact as they work to get back on their feet. The
success rate for clients of Family Promise is outstanding with nearly 80 percent of clients securing
housing. It is an exciting and hope-filled project that joins with 6,500 congregations and 160,000
volunteers across the country in working toward a nation in which every family has a home, a
livelihood, and the chance to build a better future together.
Please join us on Thursday evening, April 16, at 7:00 p.m. at Temple Judea to hear more about
Family Promise and how this congregation along with the larger interfaith community of South
Florida can be engaged in this important ministry. If you have further questions, please contact
Pastor Laurie, Drew Sandbulte, or Larry Silvester who are our congregation’s liaisons to Family
Promise, during this time of development and dreaming.
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TABLE OF ABRAHAM:
FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND RESPECT FOR THE SACRED
Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
The Table of Abraham is a dinner and presentation hosted by the Atlantic Institute, a non-profit
organization whose goal is to facilitate dialogue and bridge cultures from both sides of the
Atlantic. Please join us as we hear from three distinguished speakers about the relationship
between free expression and the sacred from their perspective. This dinner is a free event and
open to public, but an RSVP is required by calling 786.505.4830.
NEW MEMBERS WILL BE RECEIVED SUNDAY, APRIL 19
If you don’t want to check your mind at the church door…..
If you know that God’s love embraces all people, no matter who they are…
If you want religion with relevancy…
If you’ve wished for an open and embracing community of faith to nurture your spirit,
grow your faith, and raise your children…
Then we warmly invite you to help us build the family of Gables UCC.
Contact Pastor Laurie at LaurieH@gablesucc.org or 305.448.7421 ext. 116 for more information.
PARENTING CLASSES OFFERED
Stop wasting your patience! Take the stress out of parenting! This seven week parenting course
(Systematic Training for Effective Parenting) will change your lives.
The classes are led by Cathy Radziewicz who has been working with young children and their
parents since 1984. As the lead teacher at The Family Center preschool, she taught children from
infancy through age 5, advised parents, and conducted parenting classes. Come and experience
this patient, compassionate, knowledgeable leader who will guide you through a program that will
affect not only your relationship with your children but also with your spouse, family and friends.
This seven week course includes two hour sessions of lecture, video examples and discussion, the
textbook, additional weekly handouts and Cathy emailing you three times per week with support
for the week’s “homework.” The cost of this is $350 for one parent or $550 for a couple.
Testimonials from other parents are available upon request. Classes begin Wednesday, April 15
from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Please register in advance with Pastor Megan Smith.
COMING IN MAY: THE FLORIDA CONFERENCE OF THE UCC
The Annual Meeting of the Florida Conference of the UCC is going to be held right here in Coral
Gables on the weekend of May 1 – 3. It is going to be a wonderful weekend as representatives
from the 100 UCC congregations across Florida will gather for business, worship, fellowship,
workshops, and service. The festivities include the installation of our new Florida Conference
Minister John Vertigan and a presentation by the General Minister and President of the UCC,
Geoffrey Black. There are many ways you can participate including attending the many activities
and events of the meeting and/or volunteering your time. We will need ushers, greeters, servers,
hospitality, and cookies! If you can volunteer, please let Drew know at DrewS@gablesucc.org.
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A WARM AND CORDIAL WELCOME TO ALL GUESTS
If you are visiting with us for the first time this morning, we welcome you. We are grateful we
have found each other. And, if somehow, there is something in you, some still small voice
seeking a place to live out your faith, to ask important questions, and to serve beyond yourself,
we invite you into our community. For more information about the church or membership,
please contact Pastor Laurie at 305.448.7421, ext. 116 or at LaurieH@gablesucc.org.
THANK YOU TO OUR USHERS TODAY
Me
Maria Anderson
Nora Matelis
Marilyn Caputo
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Sofia Larraz
Janet Copeland
Communion
John Carson
Aldo Brito
Carrie Cleland
Me
FLOWERS THIS MORNING…
…are in loving memory of Gerardo (Jerry) Santeiro by his daughter Christina and John Carson.
FAIR TRADE MARKETPLACE
Open today from 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Located behind Fellowship Hall.
Your purchases empower artisans to work and build strong families and villages globally.
STAY IN TOUCH
Once a week or so, Pastor Laurie e-mails a pastoral letter, Laurie’s Lines, to all members and
friends, filling them in on the week’s events, any special concerns that have arisen, and general
church business. If you would like to be included, contact Ron Morgan at RonM@gablesucc.org.
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Coral Gables Congregational United
3010 De Soto
Coral Gables,
Church of Christ
WE ARE OUT OF THE BOX PEOPLE!
Phone: 305.448.7421
www.gablesucc.org
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WE ARE OUT OF THE BOX PEOPLE!
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