Welcome to Northbrook!

We are glad you’re here and thankful for the opportunity to worship with you and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

We seek to be an open, rational and compassionate people, learning each week what it means to live the love of Jesus Christ in worship and work, in word and deed.

“Everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” ~ John 13:35

Northbrook Presbyterian Church April 20, 2014 — Resurrection Sunday

LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY OF FAITH Please sign and pass the Welcome Register along your row and back. Please note joys and concerns on the Prayer Request Cards and place them in the offering.

PRELUDE—Trumpet Voluntary William Boyce

* CALL TO WORSHIP Penny and Evan Willey

One: The stone is rolled away All: Christ is Risen! One: The shroud is removed All: Christ is Risen! One: The tomb is empty All: Christ is Risen! One: Tell the good news All: Christ is Risen! Christ is Risen! Christ is Risen Indeed!

* CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP—Alleluia! Christ is Risen! Lloyd Larson

(Beethoven: Ode to Joy)

Alleluia! Alleluia! Hearts to heav’n and voices raise. Sing to God a hymn of gladness, sing to God a hymn of praise. He who on the cross as Savior for the world’s salvation bled. Jesus Christ, the king of glory, now is risen from the dead.

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.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Glory be to God on high. Alleluia to the Savior who has won the victory. Alleluia to the Spirit, Fount of love and sanctity. Alleluia! Alleluia to the Triune Majesty!

PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION One: O God, early in the morning, when the world was young, you made life in all its beauty and terror, you gave birth to all we know. All: Hallowed be your name. One: Early in the morning, when the world least expected it, a newborn child crying in a cradle announced that you had come among us, that you were one of us. All: Hallowed be your name. One: Early in the morning, surrounded by self-interested religious leaders, anxious statesmen and silent friends, you accepted the penalty for doing good, for being God; you shouldered and suffered the cross.

All: Hallowed be your name. One: Early in the morning, a voice in a guarded graveyard and footsteps in the dew proved that you had risen, that you have come back to those and for those who had forgotten, denied, and destroyed you. All: O God, bring new life where we are worn and tired, new love where we have turned hard-hearted, forgiveness where we have wounded, and the joy and freedom of your Holy Spirit where we are prisoners of ourselves.

—Silent prayer—

One: To all and to each, where regret is real, God pronounces pardon and grants us the right to begin again. Thanks be to God!

* THE PEACE As we are reconciled to God and to one another, share a sign of Christ’s peace and love with your neighbor.

SONG 585—Glory to God Hymnal

SCRIPTURE READING—Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24

SONG 232—Jesus Christ is Risen Today Hymnal

SERMON—He’s Not Here Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi

Matthew 28:1-10

* AFFIRMATION OF FAITH—A Brief Statement of Faith (Presbyterian Church, USA) In life and in death we belong to God.

Through the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, We trust in the one triune God, the Holy One of Israel, whom alone we worship and serve.

We trust in Jesus Christ, fully human, fully God. Jesus proclaimed the reign of God: preaching good news to the poor and release to the captives, teaching by word and deed and blessing the children, healing the sick and binding up the brokenhearted, eating with outcasts, forgiving sinners, and calling all to repent and believe the gospel. Unjustly condemned for blasphemy and sedition, Jesus was crucified, suffering the depths of human pain and giving his life for the sins of the world. God raised this Jesus from the dead, vindicating his sinless life, breaking the power of sin and evil, delivering us from death to life eternal. Amen.

WE BRING OUR GIFTS FOR THE MINISTRY OF CHRIST

OFFERTORY—The Heavens Declare B. Marcello

Trumpeter: Christopher Cronsell

* OFFERING RESPONSE 608—Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Hymnal

* PRAYER OF DEDICATION

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER

PREPARATION FOR COMMUNION—This is the Body of Christ John L. Bell

THE LORD’S SUPPER We welcome everyone who believes in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior to join in this meal. This morning, we serve by Intinction. Please come forward by the center aisle, take a piece of bread, dip it in the cup and eat. Return to your place via the side aisles. If you are more comfortable to remain where you are, we will gladly bring the bread and cup to you. All the bread is gluten free.

INVITATION AND PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

COMMUNION

PRAYER

CLOSING SONG—Hallelujah Chorus Handel

You are invited to be part of the choir for the singing of the Hallelujah Chorus. Please make your way to the choir loft after you have received communion where the sheet music will be available for you.

* BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE—Jesus Christ is Risen Today, reprise

HALLELUJAH CHORUS, FROM THE MESSIAH By George Friederich Handel

|: Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! :|

|: For the Lord God Omnipotent reigneth. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! :| For the Lord God omnipotent reigneth. |: Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! :|

The kingdom of this world Is become the kingdom of our Lord, And of His Christ, and of His Christ;

And He shall reign for ever and ever, For ever and ever, forever and ever,

King of kings, and Lord of lords, |: King of kings, and Lord of lords, :| And Lord of lords, And He shall reign, And He shall reign forever and ever,

King of kings, forever and ever, And Lord of lords, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! And He shall reign forever and ever,

|: King of kings! and Lord of lords! :| And He shall reign forever and ever, King of kings! and Lord of lords! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

© Words and Music: Public Domain

* Please stand if you are able.

Cover art: He Qi: Do Not Be Afraid. He Qi Gallery. Prayer of Reconciliation: Iona Abbey Worship Book. Wild Goose Publications: Glasgow, Scotland. 2001. This is the Body of Christ by John Bell. Iona Community: GIA Publications.1998.

LEADING YOU IN WORSHIP TODAY ARE:

Liturgists: Penny and Evan Willey Director of Music: Todd Sager

Praise Band: Dan Gross as leader, percussion, guitar Visuals: Bryan Adair

Nic Cutean on guitar, Pete Zajicek on piano Sound: Michael Bauhof

Trumpet: Christopher Cronsell Ushers: Frank and Tricia LaSota

Sanctuary Door Greeters: Doug & Diane Joppie Center Door Greeter: Kathy Bauhof

Coffee Hour Hosts: Doug & Diane Joppie

Communion Servers: Judie Murdock, Bill Stetson, Patty Van Loo

PRAYER REQUESTS Please pray for: The family and friends of Irene DeNike who passed away on April 9, 2014. Marilyn Nesbitt and family. Marilyn’s son, Neil Nesbitt, passed away on April 7, 2014. The family and friends of Bob Carroll who passed away on April 4, 2014. Sam Owens, Harry and Georgenia Keoleian, Bill and Helen Chapman, Florence Smith, Bill Gadsby, Ruth Thomas, Helene and Ray Mills In addition, the Board of Deacons requests prayers for: Church members whose last names begin with the letter R and for gratitude for forgiveness and a new life in Christ.

Please continue to pray for those with health or personal issues. If a member’s name has been inadvertently left off this list, please notify the church office. Also, let the church know when a member is entering the hospital or might like a supportive phone call.

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE—NEXT WEEK Northbrook will be holding a blood drive in Fellowship Hall next Sunday, April 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. The sign up for the Blood Drive is now online at www.redcrossblood.org, and the Northbrook sponsor code is northpres. Please sign-up online to donate blood if you are able. There will also be a sign-up sheet in Fellowship Hall during the month of April. Please consider signing up and giving to this great cause. Thank you! Liz Hurbis, Red Cross Coordinator

OFFICE CLOSURE The Church Office will be closed on Monday, April 21 and will reopen on Tuesday, April 22.

NORTHBROOK SPRING CLEAN UP Join us from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, May 3 for the Northbrook Spring Clean Up. Bring your spirit, gloves, yard tools and a willingness to keep Northbrook a beautiful place to worship. Nancy Schaefer will, once again, be serving her famous sticky buns. It is a fun and gratifying morning preparing the grounds for spring and summer. Please join us. As always, many hands make light work.

KNIT WITS The Knit Wits will meet on April 23 at 7:00 p.m.

SENIOR SOUPER SUPPER Join us in the Library at 5:30 p.m. for Senior Souper Supper on April 24.

HANDS-ON-MISSION OPPORTUNITY The Hands-on Mission Opportunity: Rebuilding Together Workday in Farmington Hills and/or Pontiac will take place on Saturday, April 26. If you are interested, please go to the Presbytery of Detroit Hands-on Mission web site at www.hands-on-mission.org or contact Winnie Davies-Hancock at winsomeann@aol.com or 248-593-8035. Consider ways in which you can Live the Love of Jesus Christ.

RIBS FOR YOUR RACK FUNDRAISER The Ribs for your Rack fundraiser will be held on Sunday, May 4 after worship. This year, the proceeds will support the Susan G. Komen 3Day 60 Mile Walk. Kari Gorman will be our head chef, and she will serve her famous BBQ ribs, mac and cheese, coleslaw and bread all for $12. Carry out will be available. Sign-up for this fabulous meal today, April 20 or the following Sunday, April 27 in Fellowship Hall. Please contact Kim Bowden-Adair or Barb Stetson with questions.

FIRST QUARTER CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS In the next week or so, Northbrook Financial Secretary Kathy Brooks will be emailing the first quarter Contribution Statements to Northbrook donors who have email addresses in our database. If you would prefer a mailed copy, please confirm with her at kathy@northbrookpc.org . Those who don’t have an email address or have requested a mailed copy will also receive their copy in the near future. If there are any questions or concerns about your statement, please do not hesitate to contact Kathy.

NEW INQUIRERS’ CLASS

If you are interested in learning about membership and/or have a desire to join Northbrook Presbyterian Church, we invite you to attend our New Inquirer’s Class on:

Sunday, May 4 from 11:30 a.m.—1:30 p.m. in the Library

Name:________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number & Email:__________________________________________________________

Child Care Needed? _____Yes _____No

To RSVP, please return this slip in the offering plate or contact Becky at becky@northbrookpc.org or (248) 642-0200.

NOW’S THE TIME TO VOLUNTEER TO HELP AT

GENERAL ASSEMBLY

You’ve heard that the General Assembly is coming to Detroit June 14—21. This biennial meeting brings together commissioners and advisory delegates from the 172 presbyteries as well as observers from around the world. The Committee of Local Arrangements (COLA) for the Presbytery of Detroit is seeking over 2,000 volunteers to assure the smooth operation of the General Assembly as well as to extend the Ministry of Hospitality to our many guests.

Hopefully, you’ve thought about how you might participate. Now is the time to act. Go to www.presbyteryofdetroit.org/COLA and click on the “Volunteer at GA” button to view a complete list of volunteer opportunities and complete the easy-to-use sign up procedure.

Most shifts are 4 hours, and opportunities are available 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

You may sign up for multiple jobs or shifts or just one.

There are over 2,000 spots that need to be filled. Choose a job (or several!) that look right for you.

Remember, as a volunteer, you may attend GA any time throughout the week with your Volunteer Badge! Sign up today! For more information, please contact Kathy Bauhof at khatescomputers@wowway.com.

Oh, the times, they are a-changing, and one of the most rapidly changing aspects of our society these days is how marriage is defined. With 17 states having already approved gay marriage, Michigan and others on the way to joining them, it probably won’t be long before you or someone you love will be headed down the aisle into a same-sex marriage. This issue has been a contentious one for our society and our denomination, the PC(USA). The question will be hotly debated on the floor of this year’s General Assembly in June, right here in Detroit. To help all of us come to terms with what we believe and to understand more clearly what our faith teaches, I invite you to join me for a scripture-guided discussion on Sundays at 11:30 in the Library. Our first discussion will be held on May 18th and run approximately 6 weeks. After worship, grab your coffee and come prepared to prayerfully discuss and humbly explore this important topic. Discussion Leader: Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi. Your RSVP to the church office would be appreciated.

WHO SHOULD BE ABLE TO SAY “I DO”?

WHAT WOULD JESUS SAY?

Happy easter

The Beautiful Easter Flowers that Adorn our Sanctuary Today are

Dedicated as Follows:

PRESENTED BY: IN HONOR OF: Wes and Kim Ault Our Family & Friends Helen and Bill Chapman Freemont Moe Jenny Moe Irvin Chapman Georgia Chapman Charles Moe Bob Chapman Michael and Cheryl Clemens Barbara & Walter Allison Northbrook Family Barbara Davidson My Children & Grandchildren James Francis Grandma Jones Grandma Francis Grandpa Francis Don and Lee Anne Hemberg Our Northbrook Family Doug and Diane Joppie Easter Dorathy and Don Ketai Our Children Lois Kurta My MSU & UofM Grandchildren Tricia and Frank LaSota Allison, Claire & Anna Belle Kim and Frank Norton Kirk Norton Sue Smith Our Family Gayle and Bill Travis Our Daughters Jeff Wilhelmi Barbara Jaques Walt and Donna Young Our Children & Grandchildren

PRESENTED BY: IN MEMORY OF: Co Abatt Floyd and Reed Abatt Bruce, Amy, Katie and Emily Annett Our Parents & Grandparents Bill and Vicki Back Our Parents & Grandparents Nancy Best My parents Anna & Carl Michayluk Kim Bowden-Adair Bill & Ann Bowden John Adair Michael and Cheryl Clemens Lorna & Jack Clemens Grace Daniels Susan Downey Barbara Davidson Our Parents & Joseph Katherine Doctor Ivan Doctor Sallie Dorer Victor K. Dorer, Jr. Bob Filter Ron & Dorothy Filter Mary Hendrien Our parents, Alice & Jess Hatch, Gary Hendrien, Sr. Bruce and Linda Hermes Max and Jean Clixby Reno & Marian Hermes Henry Horldt and Three Daughters Barbara Horldt Karen and Richard Keier Our Parents Marilyn Nesbitt Loved Ones Kim and Frank Norton Francis & Dolores Norton Stanley & Alice Alger Mary Beth and Jim Parks Our mothers, Mary Ann Feys & Alice Parks Tom and Mary Sandercock Tom’s brother Don & Mary’s sister Jeannette Jim and Nancy Schaefer Our Parents Peggie Schiller Kevin Schiller Ruth & Barney Kubisiak, Gloria & Sidney Schiller Beverly Singer and Family John & Marilyn Murphey & their family Dave, Karen and Joyce Vander Weide Nancy Vander Weide Iva Voight Marvin Voight Voight – Stetson Family Marvin Voight & William Stetson Carl and Susan von Ende Our Parents Tracey Watt Karla Touse & Gayle Touse Lennon Norris Wetters Alma Wetters Jeff Wilhelmi Gregory Wilhelmi Walt and Donna Young Our Parents & Son

After Worship, please feel free to take home the Easter flower(s) that you purchased.

Office Hours Monday—Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.

Worship: Sundays at 10:15 a.m.

More news and calendar information can be found online at www.northbrookpc.org

Northbrook Presbyterian Church 22055 W. Fourteen Mile Road Beverly Hills, Michigan 48025

Telephone (248) 642-0200 Fax (248) 642-7495 www.northbrookpc.org Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi, Pastor

SUNDAY, April 20—Easter 9:00 a.m.—10:00 a.m. Worship Rehearsal 10:15 a.m. Worship & Communion No Mid or Senior Highs

MONDAY, April 21—OFFICE CLOSED 8:00 p.m. AA Meeting—Men’s Group

WEDNESDAY, April 23 10:00—11:30 a.m. Pastor’s Bible Study 5:00—6:30 p.m. Confirmation Class 6:45—8:15 p.m. Pastor’s Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Knit Wits

THURSDAY, April 24 8:00 a.m. Men’s Connection 5:30 p.m. Senior Souper Supper NO CHANCEL CHOIR REHEARSAL

FRIDAY, April 25 7:00 p.m. 1Friday

SUNDAY, April 27 8:30 a.m.—2:15 p.m. Blood Drive at Northbrook in Fellowship Hall 9:00 a.m.—10:00 a.m. Worship Rehearsal 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Class 10:15 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. KIDS’ Connection 11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening in Library 11:45 a.m. Brunch Bunch at Hogan’s 6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Senior Highs

THIS WEEK AT NORTHBROOK