My Sacred Ordinary Days Christian planner writes of Easter: “Easter is the pinnacle of the liturgical year. On this day we celebrate the resurrection of Christ from the grave. This event which forms the foundation of our faith invites us to deepen our belief in the mysterious paradox that life follows death.”
For fifty days, we explore what that new life might look like. Our Sunday services are festive. Having been forgiven from the cross, and needing time to appreciate the magnitude of Jesus’ gift, we do not say the confession again until after Pentecost. We revel in Alleluias and remember especially to love and serve one another.
During Easter, we will sing the Creed and chant the Eucharist. “I believe in God Almighty” may be found in the Wonder Love and Praise hymnal, #768, a credal poem set to an Irish folk tune. We will also end the service with a sung dismissal. You may not get it perfectly at first, any more than the disciples comprehended the Risen Christ at first, but by the time the Fifty Days are over, you’ll be pros!
Finally, the Second Sunday in Easter is often known as “Doubting Thomas Sunday,” but this year’s readings spend more time exploring models of Christian community than doubt. Still, doubt is important, for if we cannot doubt and question, how can we ever know?
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HELPING TO PLAN WORSHIP?
We’re forming a committee to do just that. If you are interested email Rev. Carol carol.luther@gmail.com, or the Church office.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO SERVE AT THE ALTAR?
We’re looking for Eucharistic ministers. Talk to Rev. Carol at coffee hour if you are interested, or email her carol.luther@gmail.com
