EASTER SUNDAY
8:00, 9:30 & 11:00AM
GATHERING IN GOD’S NAME
Prelude
Folk Fragments, from String Quartet No. 3 (8:00am)
Nancy Galbraith (b. 1951)
Voluntary on Old 100th (9:30 & 11:00am)
Henry Purcell (1659-1695)
Sonata (9:30 & 11:00am)
Giovanni Buonamente (1595-1642)
*Call to Worship
Leader: Christ is Risen!
People: Christ is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!
Leader: This is the day that the Lord has made.
People: Let us rejoice and be glad in it!
Leader: This is the day when God wipes away our tears
so we can see new life.
People: This is the day when God opens our hearts as Jesus
calls us by name.
Leader: Christ is Risen!
People: Christ is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!
*Processional Hymn Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain (St. Kevin)
*Easter Prayer (Unison)
God of glory,
fill us with the power that flos from Christ’s resurrection,
that in the midst of a wounded world,
we might be witnesses to a new humanity.
May we preach good news to the poor,
show hospitality to the stranger,
comfort the afflicted, pursue peace,
share our wealth, and live in joy;
through the liberating name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
*Response
*Easter Greeting and Passing of the Peace
*Opening Hymn
232 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today (Easter Hymn)
LISTENING FOR GOD’S WORD
Word to the Children . . . . . . . . . . . . Sandy Prouty
When the music begins, children are invited to gather on the chancel steps as we sing “This is where children belong, part of our family, part of our song. Be with us, pray with us, help us grow strong: this is where children belong.” Please note the 11:00am service is livestreamed and your child’s image may appear on the video.
Anthem
Quartet No. 2 in D major, I. Allegro moderato (8:00am)
Alexander Borodin (1833-1887)
Rejoice, Ye Shining Worlds on High (9:30 & 11:00am)
William Billings (1746-1800)
Prayer for Illumination (Unison)
May we roll the stones away
from the hidden places in our lives,
revealing the light, life, and love
you have for us! Amen.
Scripture Lesson
Matthew 28:1-10
(New Testament Pew Bible Page 29)
Response to Reading
Leader: Listen to the voice of the Spirit speaking to the Church.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
A Lot Can Happen in a Week
Rev. Clover Reuter Beal
Moment for Reflection
RESPONDING TO GOD’S GRACE
Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer (Unison)
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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Offering Ourselves and Our Gifts
Making a financial gift makes Montview’s programs and ministries possible, including this worship service. You are invited to give generously at www.montview.org/giving or by texting a dollar amount to 720.452.6449. Holding and passing the offering plate is an act of blessing and dedication to our life together in Jesus Christ. We’re grateful for your support.
All are invited to sign and pass the Friendship Pad and greet each other by name. If you are visiting, we also invite you to fill out the welcome card in the pew rack and put it in the offering box.
Offertory
Lyric Quartette, The Jovial One (8:00am)
William Grant Still (1895-1978)
Antiphon, from Five Mystical Songs (9:30 & 11:00am)
Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)
*Response
607 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow (Doxology)
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Christ, all people here below; Praise Holy Spirit evermore; Praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen.
*Prayer of Dedication (Unison)
God, you have so greatly loved us, long sought us, and mercifully redeemed us. Give us grace that in everything, we may yield ourselves, our wills and our works. A continual thank offering to you. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
*Closing Hymn
233 The Day of Resurrection! (Lancashire)
SENDING IN GOD’S LOVE
*Charge and Benediction
*Benediction Response
Hallelujah Chorus, from Messiah (9:30 & 11:00am)
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
Postlude
Good Christian Friends, Rejoice and Sing (8:00am)
Healey Willan (1880-1968)
Salute (9:30 & 11:00am)
Arthur Bliss (1891-1975)
Easter Tea & Craft Fair
April 9 | 9:15-11:00am (Fellowship Hall)
Enjoy an Easter Tea while Montview’s children enjoy a craft fair to celebrate the new life of Easter morning! This event will be held today from 9:15-11:00am in Fellowship Hall. Gather with us this holy day for a festive Montview tradition.
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS
Preacher: Rev. Clover Reuter Beal
Liturgists: Rev. Dr. Jason Hays, Sandy Prouty, Amanda Osenga
Conductor: Adam Waite
Organ: Barbara Hulac
Violin: Leena Waite (8:00am)
Violin: Karen Kinzie (8:00am)
Viola: Phillip Stevens (8:00am)
Cello: Jeff Watson (8:00am)
Trumpet: Leslie Scarpino (9:30 & 11am)
Trumpet: Colin Oldberg (9:30 & 11am)
Horn: Young Kim (9:30 & 11am)
Trombone: Bron Wright (9:30 & 11am)
Tuba: Mike Dunn (9:30 & 11am)
Timpani: Nena Lorenz (9:30 & 11am)
Sound: Cate Thieme
Video: John Goerner
Chorus: Westminster Choir (9:30 & 11am)
ABOUT THIS SERVICE
Assistive listening devices are available in the sound booth in the back of the sanctuary.
Restrooms are available in the Commons.
Childcare is available for ages Birth-7 on the Preschool floor.
Please note that the 11:00am worship service will be livestreamed to several social media platforms and your image may appear on the livestream video.
PARISH NEWS
Prayer Tree
Dick Anderson; Diane Bassett; Ana Carballal, sister of Christina Carballal; Barbara Carballal, mother of Christina Carballal; The Cummins Family; Dave, son-in-law of Nancy and John Thompson; Jim Getzinger, brother of Nancy Getzinger; Sandra Good, sister of Sharon Cairns Mann; Cindi Graves; Madie Gustafson; Mark Haynes; Juanita Martinez; Mac Murphy; Margaret Gonder Odell, sister of John Gonder; Corinne Pellish; Thomas (Tom) Pickard, uncle of Pat Kramer; Lynn Snyder, sister of Ellen McDonough; Kathryn Walton; Steve Warnke
What’s Happening at Montview?
Find out about our upcoming Earth Care Series “Called to be Stewards of God’s Creation,” attend our Spring Concert on April 23, volunteer to staff our Welcome Desk in the Commons and more in our This Week @ Montview email. Click here to access a recent edition.
TODAY AT MONTVIEW
8:00am
Worship Service
Location: Sanctuary
Childcare – Ages Birth-7 (masks optional)
Location: Preschool Floor
Enter via the Commons past Heritage Center to the Education wing.
9:15am
Easter Tea & Craft Fair
Location: Fellowship Hall
9:30am
Worship Service
Location: Sanctuary
Childcare – Ages Birth-7 (masks optional)
Location: Preschool Floor
Enter via the Commons past Heritage Center to the Education wing.
11:00am
Worship Service
Location: Sanctuary
Childcare – Ages Birth-7 (masks optional)
Location: Preschool Floor
Enter via the Commons past Heritage Center to the Education wing.
VISITORS
We are happy that you are worshiping with us today and invite you to learn more about Montview. Please fill out one of the Welcome Guest Cards that are distributed in the pews and place it on a plate near the exits when finished. Feel free to contact our office at 303-355-1651 or email todd@montview.org with questions. Please come again.
INTERESTED IN EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP?
Attend a four-hour Inquirers’ Class where you will connect with the pastors and others interested in membership, and receive answers to your questions. Attending the class is not a commitment to join the church, just a way to discern if membership is right for you at this time. The next class will be held on May 20-21. To register for our next class please call our office at 303-355-1651 or email Todd Rembe at todd@montview.org.
FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN
We are so glad your family is worshiping with us today. We greatly value having all generations together in the sanctuary, and as parents we also know that sometimes children do not enjoy their worship time. They would rather play and talk than listen and pray. This can be difficult in a crowded sanctuary. When it is one of those Sundays, please consider watching the service in the large reception room under the sanctuary. We also have a wonderful childcare program for ages birth–7 where you are always welcome to stay. Our ushers can direct you to these places. Please ask when the sanctuary is not working for your family!
EASTER LILIES 2023
The lilies in the Sanctuary are given to the glory of God by:
- Wendy Bawmann in memory of her parents, Eugene and Gaile Borchart, and in memory of her husband, Brad Bawmann
- Dan Bowles and Kelly McMullen in celebration of The Westminster Choir, and in celebration of spring
- Lisa Boyum in memory of her parents, Kenneth M. and Claire J. Boyum, and in memory of John Kuzma
- Elyse Coberly in memory of Barbara and Jerry Roberts, and in memory of Merwyn Spencer
- Grandpa Chris and Pop Pop Dale in celebration of their Great Grandson, Landon Whitaker
- Ann S. Epps in memory of John L. Epps
- Catherine Fanning in memory of her sister, Nancy, and former Montview Minister of Visitation, Nancy Kepner
- Martha Fitzpatrick in memory of her parents, Perry and Dorra Burnett
- Dana Franklin in memory of her brother-in-law, Jon Vock
- The Glossy Family in memory of Rosemarie Gilman
- John and Peggy Gonder in celebration of the love and hope of this Easter season
- The Groene Family in memory of John and Patricia Caton, and in memory of Bob and Elsie Groene
- Jason Hays and Erica Messinger in memory of Fern and Jack Kempton, and in celebration of the Montview staff
- Susie and Henry Higginbottom in honor of Ian Cummins
- Lauren Hillary: Happy Easter in memory of her beautiful mother, Nona
Powell - Bob Homiak and Susan Schneider in memory of Russell and Alice Homiak, and in memory of Edwin Schneider and Marion Schneider
- Kathy Hoy-Gipe in memory of her parents, Marshall and Alice Hoy
- Nancy Lillie in memory of her father, Bill Tynan, and his sister, Joyce Stallings
- Luana Locke in celebration of her friend, Liza Kirkpatrick, and in memory of her friend, Charles Elbot
- Craig Maginness and Ellen Reath in memory of Bob Maginness, and in memory of Elizabeth Maginness
- Robert and Carol Matchett in honor of East High School students in their efforts to improve student safety
- Robert Mathes in celebration of his son Derek Mathes, in memory of George and Denie Mathes, and in memory of Jean and Bob Samsel
- Beth McCann in memory of Libby and Mac McCann
- Meg McCormick, Lila, Anna, and Jack Stenson in loving memory of Bill
Stenson, and in loving memory of Jeff Brown - Andrew Menard and Lisa Padilla in memory of Paul and Margaret Menard, and in memory of Mary Lou Padilla
- Daryl Montoya in memory of his mom, Juanita Montoya
- Sue Norman in loving memory of my parents, Ruth and Bob Norman, and my brother, Robert Norman
- Oliver, Camille and Heidi in honor of Norm and Rose Potthoff
- Amanda Peng in honor of her parents, Ron and Cindi, for their courage, strength, and love
- Susie Phillips in loving memory of her parents and her daughter, Becky
- Art and Lindsay Reimers in memory of Nancy Mattern Happel, and in memory of Christina Morgan Reimers
- Jonathan and Kate Reinemund in memory of Jonathan’s brother, Steven
- William Schumacher in memory of his parents, William and Elizabeth
Schumacher - John and Bev Skinner in memory of Tom Skinner
- Martha and Will Tracey
- Clayton Mark Turner in honor of his Mother, Rebecca Nelson
WELCOME TO MONTVIEW
WHO WE ARE
As a community of faith, we seek to cultivate connections, extend hospitality, cross borders and develop disciples.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
We offer multiple opportunities to deepen one’s under-standing and experience of the Christian faith through classes, small groups, retreats and spiritual practices.
Contact: Clover Beal – clover@montview.org
MUSIC
Montview’s diverse and rich music program draws upon over 200 volunteer musical artist congregants, aged 5 to 95, exploring spirituality in song.
Contact: Adam Waite – waite@montview.org
CHILDREN
Programming for birth through grade 5 fills Sunday morning. In Sunday School and Childcare, children move closer to God through Bible lessons and activities, and make friends for a lifetime.
Contact: Sandy Prouty – prouty@montview.org
YOUTH
At the heart of our youth ministry is relationship. Through weekly gatherings we come to recognize ourselves and others as beloved children of God.
Contact: Amanda Osenga – amanda@montview.org
MISSION
We offer enriching intergenerational service opportunities within our historic building, throughout Denver and around the world as we work together for a world of compassion, peace and justice.
Contact: Jen Seward – seward@montview.org
NEW HERE?
First, we want to say thank you. We are honored that you chose to spend the Easter season with us. If you have any questions about Montview, or would like to talk more, let us know! We’d love to get to know you, invite you to a cup of coffee and help you feel more connected here. Contact: Todd Rembe, Membership Coordinator, at todd@montview.org
AGAPE LATTE
April 16 | 5:00pm
AgapeLatte is our coffee house style concert and fundraiser supporting our youth summer missions and work trips. Our talented youth will be performing, there will be delicious food to enjoy and a silent auction with some amazing items. All proceeds will benefit the youth service trips this summer. Contact: Amanda Osenga, Minister of Youth and Families, at amanda@montview.org
SPRING CONCERT
April 23 | 7:00pm
Join us for a full symphonic orchestral and choral performance of Ernest Bloch’s masterpiece: Avodath Hakodesh, the Sacred Service. The Cantor will be sung by Arik Luck of San Francisco’s historic Congregation Emanu-El: the very same congregation that commissioned Bloch to write the piece nearly 100 years ago. Admission is free. Contact: Adam Waite, Minister of Music, at waite@montview.org
ONLINE OFFERINGS
Did you miss our Palm Sunday worship service last weekend? Couldn’t come to our Ash Wednesday Taizé-style prayer service to mark the start of Lent? Is the 9:30am Adult Faith Formation hour difficult for you to attend in person? You can access all our recordings of previous worship services, Adult Faith Formation classes and livestream links at www.montview.org/worship.
GIVING
Your financial support makes Montview’s many programs and ministries possible, including this worship service. You can give by cash, check or via smart phone by texting a dollar amount (with $ in front) to 720-452-6449. You can also give online at www.montview.org/giving.
MONTVIEW BOULEVARD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1980 Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80220
303.355.1651 | www.montview.org