St. Paul United Church of Christ, Taylor, Michigan
Sixth Sunday in Lent/ April 13, 2025
Palm/ Passion Sunday
Palm Sunday begins the last Act in the drama of purest Love, love in the jaws of humiliation. Like most of the profound moments of life, it is joy mixed with tears.
Ringing of the Bell
Welcome Rev. Linda Anderson
Announcement Highlights Conrad Heidt, liturgist
Prelude Ava Janus, Music Director
Call to Worship Conrad Heidt
One: We come to prepare for the holiest of weeks.
All: We will journey through praise, with joy on our lips; we will travel through betrayal and death, cradling hope deep in our hearts.
One: Jesus leads us through this week, and we will follow, for he is the life we long for, he is the Word who sustains us.
All: We wave palm branches in anticipation, we lay our love before him, to cushion his walk.
One: Setting aside all power, glory, and might, he comes: modeling humility and obedience for all of us.
All: Hosanna! Hosanna! Blessed is the One who brings us the kingdom of God!
*Hymn No. 192 “All Glory, Laud, and Honor”
*Morning Prayer Conrad Heidt
Holy God, your love goes beyond all limits. In the passion of your true Son, you take us beyond our highest ideals and beneath our deepest fears. We thank you for the sweet-sour celebration of Palm Sunday, for both the joy and the tears. Foster in us the desire and the will to follow Jesus without reserve, that we may be led into a peace that holds in time of trouble, and into a love that persists far beyond the outer rim of our present understanding. In the name of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen!
Anthem Chancel Choir
First Lesson Palm 118:1-2, 19-29 Conrad Heidt
Gospel Lesson Luke 19:28-40, John 12:12-16
Message “Journey Into Jerusalem,” Rev. Anderson
*Hymn No. 200 “What Wondrous Love Is This”
Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
*Doxology
Praise God from Whom all blessings flow; praise Him all creatures
here below. Praise Him above ye heavenly host; praise Father,
Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
A Time of Prayer/ 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. Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Blessing and Distribution of the Palms
*Hymn No. 191 “Ride On, Ride On in Majesty!”
Benediction/ Postlude Please remain in your pews as the Light of Christ leads the way into the world followed by our Pastor.
*Congregation standing as you are able.
WELCOME TO ALL SHARING TODAY’S WORSHIP SERVICE IN PERSON AND FACEBOOK LIVESTREAMING You must have a Facebook account to view our Worship Services. An email address is required. It is possible to have a Facebook account not connected to social media. Please contact Dan Case, Gary Peters, or Michael Isaacs for more information.
COFFEE HOUR immediately follows worship. All are invited to gather in Fellowship Hall to enjoy coffee, tea, donuts and fellowship. A free-will offering is appreciated to help off-set the ever-increasing cost of our yummy refreshments.
SUNDAY SCHOOL IS GATHERING upstairs this morning to enjoy crafts, snacks, and an outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, weather permitting. There is no Sunday School next week. All children will gather in the sanctuary for a Children’s Ministry Moment Easter Sunday.
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY meets at 10:30 a.m. in the Parlor. Join us for lively discussion and fellowship.
CHOIR PRACTCE Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. in the West Room. Please contact Music Director, Ava Janus or Tim Ruffner for more information. New voices are always welcome.
EXERCISE CLASS Thursdays, 11:00. A $3 - $5 donation is appreciated. No class April 17.
MEDITATION CLASS meets on Thursdays, 12 noon in the Parlor. No class April 17.
Calendar Week April 13 – April 20
Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Linda Anderson
Palm Sunday/ Sunday School Easter Party & Egg Hunt 10:00/ Coffee Hour 11:00
Tuesday Bible Study 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday Choir Practice 6:30 p.m.
Thursday Soup & Bread Dinner 6:00 p.m./ Worship Service 7:00 p.m.
Friday Worship Service 12:00 noon
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Linda Anderson
Easter Sunday/ Communion / Easter Brunch 11:00 a.m.
FLOWER SALE – May 4, before or after worship. There are NO order forms. If you have any questions or would like additional information, See Candace Poet or Jim Poet any Sunday before or after church. All item supplied by Blocks Greenhouse and Stand.
FELLOWSHIP OF CONCERN: Maeve Rischel, Sue Stern, John Smith, Denise Foley, William Stears, Jr., Dave Schmoekel, Pam Jones, Rosemarie Laslo, Julius Enesey, Carol Wioncek, Sally Sigman, Joan Smarr, Bridget Stephens, Krystal Grant, Steve Newberry, Julie Renner, Cindy Twilliger, Blain Tayler, Nora Cousino, Kelly Potter, Freeman Floyd, Anna Thomson, F. Scott Miller, Susan & Dennis Bennett, Tony Koths, Alicia Hagen, Ailani Flores, Sue Milatz, Linda Tank, Rachel Tank, Jennifer Lee, Kyle Hard, Bill Pattenaude, Randy Snelson, Ted Butkin, Kevin Siemers, Rhonda Wioncek Berndt, Jeff MacZink.
SPRING RUMMAGE SALE set-up begins Monday April 21 in fellowship hall. Donations will be welcomed Tuesday, April 22- May 6, 12 noon and can be dropped off Monday through Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. All items should be clean and in good condition. Volunteers are needed Monday April 21 through Saturday, May 10. Please contact the church office (313-291-1221) or Toni Hill to volunteer. Any time you can share is greatly appreciated.
JOIN US FOR A SOUP & BREAD DINNER, 6 p.m. April 17. Maundy Thursday worship is 7 p.m. with Communion. Please fill out a Make-A-Wish Card to RSVP your dinner attendance and drop it in an offering plate or give it to an usher or call the church office (313.291.1221).
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE is April 18, 12noon in the Sanctuary.
LECTORS ARE NEEDED for Sunday Services. If you would like more information or to volunteer, please contact the church office (313.291.1221). All information is provided to you.
Our mission at St. Paul United Church of Christ is to promote God’s plan of salvation in our church, family, and community. Knowing that all blessings come from God, we seek to share these in the church universal and proclaim God’s good news of His love and compassion bringing together all people in Jesus Christ.
APRIL COMMUNITY OUTREACH MISSION As God’s people, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Our community outreach will revolve around doing “random acts of kindness”. These acts are meant to show others that they are cared for and to help us put the needs of others first. This allows the Holy Spirit to bear good fruit through us. You are encouraged to do one random act of kindness per day. Please feel free to share your random acts of kindness by posting them on the board located in the Narthex. May the Light of Christ shine in and through you! Blessings ~ Pastor Cheryl Schalm
Ideas/Suggestions for Random Acts of Kindness:
*Give a stranger a compliment *Cook a meal for a friend *Call/visit your grandparents, sick or elderly *Pay for someone’s meal *Tell someone you’re grateful for them *Bring snacks for your coworkers *Offer your seat to someone *Leave a close parking spot for someone else * Invite someone over *Ignore the mess, enjoy *Make a donation of clothes or other items *Send a video message to someone far away *Leave an encouraging note on someone’s car *Lend a friend a favorite book or movie *Pay for someone’s gas *Clean up litter around your neighborhood *Send a letter to a friend rather than text *Warmly smile at every one you see today *Give money or food to a homeless person *Affirm someone in front of others *Call a friend that you haven’t talked to *Do a friend/family member’s laundry *Actively listen *Let someone in front of you in line *Forgive someone *Give someone flowers or a plant *Avoid complaining *Leave a generous tip at a restaurant *Email someone who deserves recognition *Leave a treat or baked good for a neighbor
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