Resurrection Sunday  |  April 5, 2026

Prelude

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Processional: “Christ the Lord is Risen Today” (UMH 302, v. 1-3, 6)

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Easter Proclamation + Welcome

Opening Praise: “Risen” + “Bless the Lord”

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Responsive Prayer

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Instrumental Easter Hymn: “He Arose” (African-American spiritual, Songs of Zion 168)

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Scripture Reading: John 20:1-23 (The Inclusive Bible)

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Kids Sunday School & Introduction of the Community Gospel Choir

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Song of Preparation: “Highly Exalted”, sung by the Community Gospel Choir

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Sermon: “Resurrection People in the Age of Crucifixion” by the Rev. Dr. Jay Williams

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Song of Invitation: “He Lives” (UMH 310)

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Invitation to Discipleship, Eastertide + Table: unionboston.org/connect

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Holy Communion: “Grace”, sung by the Praise Team with Lori Harper

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Offering: unionboston.org/give 

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Offertory: “Minuano" (composed by Pat Metheny and Lyle Mays)

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Offering Response: “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow, Alleluia” (UMH #94)

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Announcements

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Closing Song: “Total Praise”  (Richard Smallwood), sung by the Community Gospel Choir

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Benediction + Three-fold Amen 

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Sending Forth + Postlude