Today’s message is about Thomas needing proof about the risen Christ. Unfortunately he has been dubbed as Doubting Thomas. I think that is terribly misleading. I love the fact he asked questions. When he did believe, it was HIS belief! I hope you, too, will question and explore what you believe. What we believe deeply often defines who we are.
Call to Celebration
God, thank you for filling all spaces and places. Your presence dismantles fear.
Your light expands possibilities. Your presence shifts the atmosphere.
Love and power are manifested where and when you are present.
We choose to believe that resurrection is a lifestyle and not an
event. Amen
Offertory
God, every movement you make aligns all of creation in your pathway. Where Spirit moves transformation is apparent. Language can create barriers. Spirit breaks all barriers. Love needs no translation. Amen
Bringing in the Light
Announcements
Stewardship Announcement
Prayers and Concerns
Children's Moment
Music Ministry
Jesus Appears to His Disciples
John 20:19-31
Extinguishing the Light
A Poem for Peace - Peace Shall Prevail
Peace shall prevail
Peace cancels out fear
Peace lies inside us
Peace you can’t see, nor hear
But peace is still here, in our hearts
Peace is respected
Peace is for man, woman and child
Peace is determination
Peace stops people going wild
Peace shall prevail
Pace shall never destroy
Peace is for justice
Peace will deploy
Deploy to every continent
Peace has strength
Pace shall disintegrate violence
Peace creates unity
Peace creates silence
(Sixth Grade Student at St. Pauls Primary, April 3, 2020, “Poems for Peace”
School6@stpauls.home.blog)
6th Grade Student
Thank you for the insightful message. Safe travels. Peace.
Enjoyed the service and of course the sermon.
Safe journey and enjoy your trip. Liz Gmazel