Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord”;
and she told them that he had said these things to her.
John 20:18
We’ve got Good News to Share!
Alleluia, Christ is Risen! The Lord is Risen Indeed, Alleluia!
Only a very few ancient words are left untranslated in our modern worship and Bible vocabulary. The Hebrew word “amen” was retained by Greek speaking Christians in the early church. Latin speaking Christians retained the Greek phrase “Kyrie eleison” as they prayed “Lord, have mercy”.
Hallelujah is another word which has survived into modern use. It appears in a couple dozen Psalms at the beginning and/or end of a psalm. It appears to have been a sort of shout, a command: Praise ye the Lord! It is a plural command; we are all to praise. It includes God’s name: Yah or Jah, so it is a sacred command. Over time, the Greeks seem to have dropped the “h” and adopted Alleluia as the spelling.
Easter is the Alleluia season. We praise God for Jesus’ resurrection. We praise God for Mary Magdalene’s telling of the story to the disciples. We praise God for new life and forgiveness, and reconciliation. We are an Easter people. Alleluia is our song.
The Season of Easter offers us many alleluia opportunities. The sweetness of chocolates and candy invites our delight. The joys of shared meals, video visits, and phone calls remind us of our connectivity even in the face of distancing. It’s fully spring now, and so we can plant gardens, shrubs, and trees for the growing season and for years beyond.
Most important is the challenge to spread good news. You can tell others your alleluia story. How do you see God active in the world around us? How do you experience the peace of Christ in your life? How has the Holy Spirit given you courage or hope or strength in these days?
Just days before that first Easter, no one would have expected Mary Magdalene to be the first to shout Alleluia! Those locked in the Upper Room most likely thought they would soon experience the same trial, torture, and death as Jesus. But the Gospel is clear. Mary brought the Good News and the world turned upside down!
Alleluia. Tell everyone. The Good News is here.
Peace,
Mark +
Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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EASTER SERVICE HELD AT CAMP WRIGHT |
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IN-PERSON WORSHIP SERVICE STARTING
SUNDAY APRIL 11 at 9:30AM
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This Sunday's Worship Service
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Please pray for: Al Athey (RIP), Avery, Anne Barr, Louis Brutto, Aubree Burton, Chris, Lynn & Scott Clark, Mary & Chad Clapsaddle, Joan Coleman, James Cox, Bob & Laura Dean & Family, Deny, Ella-3-year old, Brenda Faulkner & Family-Debby, Lorraine, Mike and JR, Elizabeth Fehrenbacher, Susan Fralic, Edward Garback (son), Woody Garrison, Jr. (RIP)-Tom Christensen & Family, Samantha Griebel (RIP)- Griebel Family, Steve Guy, Liza Hamill, Phil Horney (RIP)-Joyce & Family, Benjamin Janes (RIP), Chalk Jewell, John David Jerome (RIP)-Fr Mark, Mimi & Family, Larisa, Rose McMonegal, Heidi Mlynarski, John Perkins, Bill O’Rourke, Paul Ray, Michael Robertson, Zuhair Sadiq, Jeffrey Thomas, Becky Unger, Lynne Wilkins, Jack Wright
Prayer Requests can be sent to prayer@ccpki.org
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Christian Formation
We are Easter people who are celebrating the wonder of Jesus and his resurrection. We know that nothing can separate us from the love of God, not even death. Jesus appears to his disciples and calms them by saying “Peace be with you”. He explains to his disciples that it is now their turn to continue His work and spread peace among the people.
In “Wednesdays with Winnie we share peace signs and learn the meaning of the word Peace. Signs of peace help us to remember to take a deep breath and quiet our minds and bodies. Jesus wanted this for us and it is important to spread Peace among our friends, families and community.
Peace,
Miss Lisa and Winnie
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Pause Ponder & Pray -- Easter Edition
Join with your friends as we meet the Resurrected Jesus who lives among us now. The Zoom format is simple to use and we can offer technical support. No prior knowledge or experience needed, just bring yourself. One hour, once a week, with friends.
All are welcome!
Topic: Pause Ponder Pray
Time: Apr 13, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (Weekly until May 25)
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Join us for the April Sunday Supper Event,
April 11, 2021 at 4:00 PM.
The Sunday Supper Committee in conjunction with Imani Black of Minorities in Aquaculture presents a special Sunday Supper Discussion .
About this Event
Please join us on April 11th, 2021 from 4-6 pm for an online discussion preceded by a special presentation from Queen Anne's County native Imani Black, an oyster aquaculture biologist and the founder of Minorities in Aquaculture (MIA). MIA is a non-profit organization dedicated to expanding inclusivity and opportunity within the aquaculture industry.
Sunday Supper Mission:
To enhance racial understanding, awareness, and respect through open conversation.
Please, register by Friday, April 9th.
We hope you’re able to join us!
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