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Congregational Care ministries at FUMCT offer a wide variety of service opportunities for you to be the hands and feet of Christ to members of our congregation. Opportunities range from sending greeting cards, visiting at hospitals or nursing homes, serving as a valet parker, helping during funerals, preparing meals to be taken to church members in times of

need, to becoming a one-on-one Stephen minister that provides ongoing care and support for as long as a congregation member needs it.

To learn more about ways you can participate in congregational care ministries, contact Susan Kizziah, Director of Congregational Care at susank@fumct.org.

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First Church offers many serving options in different areas such as local soup bowls, national and international mission trips, church functions, and many more. FUMCT is committed to risk-taking mission and service through sharing Christ’s

love locally, nationally, and internationally. Whatever your interests and gifts, we have a mission opportunity for you. Whether it’s down the street or across the globe, there is a way for you to put your faith in action

and to make a difference!

To learn more about mission and outreach opportunities, visit fumct.org/mission-outreach, or contact Josh Davis at jcd1177@charter.net.

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WE L C O M E

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Dr. Ken Dunivant, Senior PastorWelcome to First United Methodist Church. Whether you worship with us in Traditions or in The Bridge, we extend to you our warmest welcome. In 1818, people first gathered to form this church. Ever since, the de-sire of this church is to share the love of God through Christ Jesus.

This worship bulletin includes information for today’s worship service, and information and photos depicting how we are attempting to fulfill our mission: To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Enjoy the energy and excitement of this Easter morning. Then join us throughout the year as we make disciples and transform the world. Welcome to First Church! We are so glad you are a part of the service.

Up from the grave He arose! Christ the Lord has risen today!We express our joy and faith in the risen Christ this Easter morning by singing with great enthusiasm. God has been

good to you. Now, consider how you express that praise to God in the next week, in the next month.

Will you come to worship and experience the life-changing presence of God in the presence of others?Are you involved in the lives of others through one of the mission areas of the church?

Are you investing part of your paycheck to grow God’s kingdom?Are you telling your faith story to others so they will want to join you here at FUMCT?

Return to God in gratitude and thankfulness. And use your loud voice! —Luke 17:12-19

G I V I N G A N D L I V I N G A S EA S T E R P E O P L E

For those seeking membership here, simply mark “wish to join” on the registration pad during worship, contact one of the pastors, or call the church office at 205.345.7261.

Dr. Ken Dunivant ken@fumct.org | Rev. Josh Hickman jhickman@fumct.orgRev. Cooper Shattuck cooper@fumct.org | Rev. Dan Kilgore dkilgore@fumct.org

Rev. Randy Allen randy@fumct.org | Rev. Jim Wilson jimwilsonua@gmail.com | Rev. Jimmy Mixson jimmy@fumct.org

J O I N I N G T H E F I R S T C H U R C H F A M I L Y

While our mission is to build life-long disciples for Jesus Christ, our vision for the ministry is to simply create opportunities for students to collide with Jesus through participating in youth small groups, Wednesday Night activities,

Sunday school, mission trips and retreats…and in their daily lives! We want to meet student where they are, build healthy relationships, and earn the right to share the gospel. By entering a student’s worlds through attending their

extracurricular activities and meeting them outside of the church walls, we believe that we will have the opportunity to share the love of Christ.

If you wish to learn more about how to connect in youth ministries, visit fumct.org/student-ministries or contact Kyle Collins, Asst. Director of Student Ministries at kyle@fumct.org!

FirstKids, First Church’s ministries for children birth through fifth grade, is excited to partner with you to help the children in your life become deeply committed Christians. From relevant and meaningful programs on Sundays and

Wednesday nights, to vacation Bible school and seasonal activities, it is our hope that families grow together on their journey to know, love, and serve Jesus Christ.

Nursery & Preschool Childcare | Sunday School for Ages 3-5th Grade | W.O.W (Wonders of Worship) Children’s Service on Sunday Mornings for K-3rd Grade | Children’s Worship Arts for Ages 3-5th Grade | Souled Out Preteen

Ministry for 4th-5th Grade | Kiddie Kollege Preschool

To learn more about Children’s Ministries, visit fumct.org/childrens-ministries, or contact Co-Directors, Stephanie Charboneau or Moira Parker at children@fumct.org.

E A S T E R C H I L D R E N ’ S W O R S H I P & B U T T E R F LY R E L E A S EA preschool family butterfly release will be held today at the conclusion of the 8:30 AM in the courtyard.

W.O.W. Easter Worship Services will be held today at 9:45 AM and 11:00 AM. The traditional Easter butterfly release will occur at the conclusion of the W.O.W. worship services in the courtyard, where parents will pick up their children.

In case of rain, pick up from the butterfly release will occur on the playground.

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Between the Adult Chancel Choir, Chancel Handbell Choir, music programs for children and youth, Bridge Band and Bridge Chorus, people of all ages have a way to use their God-given talents in music in worship. Directed by Dr. James Seay, the Music Ministry of FUMCT provides the music leadership for the Traditions worship services, special seasonal services, Children’s musicals, and music mission opportunities. The Bridge worship is also blessed with a vast pool of

talented people. The music is contemporary containing a moving message at its core.

To learn more about music ministries, contact Dr. James Seay at james@fumct.org for Traditions and Lisa Waldrop at lisawaldrop@yahoo.com for The Bridge.

At First United Methodist Church, we have no smaller expectations than to change the world—one person at a time. We believe that God can do amazing work through committed people who meet together to pray, study,

listen, care and serve. There are many opportunities for adults to grow in their discipleship and their faithfulness to Christ at FUMCT through:

Sunday School | Small Groups | Singles’ Ministry | Congregational Care | Recreation Ministry

To learn more about Adult Ministries, visit fumct.org/adult-ministries.

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Passionate worship is a necessity in a Christian’s spiritual growth. First United Methodist Church strives to create an atmosphere where you can worship freely and as you please. We offer four difference services of worship on Sunday morning. We have a contemporary service called The Bridge and a traditional service called Traditions that happen

simultaneously, but at two different areas of the church. We want you to worship the way you feel led to worship, and hope you find the opportunity here.

in Chitwood Hall at 9:00 & 11:00 AM

Contemporary Worship in the Sanctuary at

9:00 & 11:00 AM

Traditional Worship

In Memory of Rufus and Vivian Moore given by Gene, Cammie and Martha

In Honor of Bill and Margaret Smith given by Tim and Rio Smith

In Memory of Joe Lane given by Edna Lane

In Memory of Harley and Minnie Hall & Phillip R. Mann given by Reita Hall Mann

In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Troy L. Ingram & Mr. and Mrs. W. R. King given by Margaret Ingram King

In Memory of Bill King given by Margaret, Michael and Minda King

In Memory of Katherine Forsyth and David Phipps given by Mrs. Judy Phipps & Chris, Julie, Anna and Alex Hayslip

In Memory of Lucy McKenzie Haygood given by Lee, Ann, Lewis and Samuel Foster

In Memory of Tom Tarleton given by his family

In Memory of Sara H. Stipe given by Roy, Tom, Sharon and Sarah Stipe

In Memory of Mary Norma Morton given by Max Morton, Wayne and Becky Guy, Max and Nancy Morton,

Connor and Leslie Guy, Morton Guy, Tyler and Miles Morton & Highland, Sam and Oliver Guy

Memorials/Honorariums March 29, 2015

Matthew 25 FundIn Honor of Jenny Benefield on her birthday given by Jane Israel

Memorials/HonorariumsIn Memory of Joan Davidson given by James and Brenda Pritchett

Organ FundIn Memory of Allyson Davis given by Ray and Elaine Farabee

In Memory of Letitia Roberts given by Luke Cates

In Honor of Margaret Smith on her 80th birthday given by Greg and Tim Smith and their families

Easter Memorials 2015In Memory of Walter W. Dean, Sr. and Lewis S. Dean

given by Annette and Walter W. Dean, Jr.Amelia and Jon Paul Bobo & Anna and Perry Still

In Memory of Juanita and P.F. Kutch given by Terrie Scott

In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Kemp, Jr. given by Mr. and Mrs. Jay Masingill

In Honor of Lee Scott, Jr. and In Memory of June Scott given by Vanda Scott and Ann Marinello

In Honor of Butch and Betty Hughes given by the Billings family

In Honor of Dr. J. D. Corriher given by Margaret, Martha and Jim Corriher & Olivia Tate

In Honor of Jeanne and Gorman Houston given by Houston Johnson

In Memory of Judy Johnson, JoAnn McNeel and Jim Wilson given by the Covenant Sunday School Class

In Memory of William U. Anglin given by his family

In Honor of Ralph Krupp given by Margaret Conrad, James Michael Conrad and Betty Williamson

In Memory of Dr. Thomas D. (T.D.) Moore given by Billie Ruth Moore, Ellen and Rick Johnson & Rebekah Johnson

In Memory of Jean and Harry Vaughn & Martha and Charles Gambrell

given by Louise and Jack Gambrell

In Memory of Dave and Estelle Housel given by Raymond and Cindy Housel

In Honor of Mrs. Robert L. Ingram and Mrs. John D. Cade given by Ingram Cade and Mary Wesley Cade

In Memory of Mr. John D. Cade and Mr. Robert L. Ingram given by Ingram Cade and Mary Wesley Cade

In Memory of Judge Aubrey Dominick and In Honor of Foy D. Anderson

given by the Dominick and Anderson families

In Memory of Rufus L. Moore given by Gene, Cammie and Martha

Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015Three Special Worship Services 8:30; 9:45; and 11:00 AM

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PRELUDE Fanfare Healy Willan CHIMING OF THE HOUR The sounding of the three chimes symbolizes the presence of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

WELCOME Rev. Dan Kilgore PASTOR: Christ is risen! ALL: Christ is risen indeed!

CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP Easter Introit by John Ferguson

*PROCESSIONAL HYMN NO. 302 Christ the Lord Is Risen Today EASTER HYMN Stanza 1 Christ the Lord is risen today, Alleluia! Earth and heaven in chorus say, Alleluia! Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia! Sing, ye heavens, and earth reply, Alleluia! Stanza 2 Love’s redeeming work is done, Alleluia! Fought the fight, the battle won, Alleluia! Death in vain forbids him rise, Alleluia! Christ has opened paradise, Alleluia!

*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The 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 Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at 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 Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

*GLORIA PATRI 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.

*PASSING OF THE PEACE At the 9:45 and 11:00 a.m. services, children are invited to follow our W.O.W. Hosts to a children’s time of worship at W.O.W. (Wonders of Worship). You may pick up your children from the Courtyard where they will be releasing butterflies after the service.

ANTHEM Mary at the Tomb arr. Bradley Ellingboe Mary came, came very early, she found it empty and wept for the sorrow of it all. But an angel appeared before her, saying ‘Mary, Fear not! For your Lord is alive!’ Mary ran, told the disciples, but some doubted, when suddenly the Lord himself was there, saying ‘Peace.’

PASTORAL PRAYER

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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, for ever. Amen.

*OFFERTORY HYMN NO. 307 Christ is Risen W ZLOBIE LEZY Stanzas 1 & 3 Christ is risen! Shout Hosanna! Celebrate this day of days. Christ is risen! Hush in wonder; all creation is amazed. In the desert all surrounding, see, a spreading tree has grown. Healing leaves of grace abounding bring a taste of love unknown. Christ is risen! Earth and heaven nevermore shall be the same. Break the bread of new creation where the world is still in pain. Tell its grim, demonic chorus: “Christ is risen! Get you gone!” God the First and Last is with us. Sing Hosanna everyone!OFFERTORY PRAYER

OFFERING OUR GIFTS TO GOD Please give the Friendship Pad slips to the usher as the offering is received.OFFERTORY O be joyful in the Lord John RutterO be joyful in the Lord, all ye lands: Serve the Lord with gladness, and come before His presence with a song. Be ye sure that the Lord he is God: it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of His pasture. O go your way into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: Be thankful unto Him, and speak good of His Name. For the Lord is gracious, his mercy is ev-erlasting: and His truth endureth from generation to generation. Glory be to the Father; Glory be to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be: world without end. Amen.*DOXOLOGY LASST UNS ERFREUEN Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

SCRIPTURE READING SERMON 8:30 & 11:00 AM: Dr. Ken Dunivant 9:45 AM: Dr. Gorman Houston “The Immortal, Imperishable Victory” “Made Like Him” 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Romans 6:3-5 *HYMN OF DEDICATION NO. 610 We Know That Christ Is Raised ENGELBERG*During the last hymn, members of the congregation are invited to join the Adult Choir in the chancel loft to sing the Hallelujah chorus. All Stanzas We know that Christ is raised and dies no more. Embraced by death, he broke its fearful hold, and our despair he turned to blazing joy. Alleluia! We share by water in his saving death. Reborn, we share with him an Easter life as living members of a living Christ. Alleluia! A new creation comes to life and grows as Christ’s new body takes on flesh and blood. The universe restored and whole will sing: Alleluia! BENEDICTION

BENEDICTION RESPONSE Hallelujah from Messiah arr. G.F. Handel POSTLUDE Fanfare Jacques Lemmens *Congregation Standing. Please silence all cell phones and electronic devices. (Hymn texts printed through permission of CCLI: 1108424)The 11:00 AM Traditions Worship Service is broadcast on WACT 1420 AM. CDs of Bridge and Traditions sermons are available in the church of-fice. Listen online at www.fumct.org/welcome/listen-to-a-sermon

MUSICIANSDr. James Seay, Director of Music and Worship │ Susan Goode, Organist │ Adult Chancel Choir

Stanza 3 Lives again our glorious King, Alleluia! Where, O death, is now thy sting? Alleluia! Once he died our souls to save, Alleluia! Where’s thy victory, boasting grave? Alleluia! Stanza 4 Soar we now where Christ has led, Alleluia! Following our exalted Head, Alleluia! Made like him, like him we rise, Alleluia! Ours the cross, the grave, the skies, Alleluia!

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