Join us for 9 am Worship as Rev. Dr. Craig Alwin shares the sermon entitled, “Miracles of New Life.” Sermon Questions based on Acts 9:36-43. Below are questions to consider for this Sunday’s sermon.
- What does Peter’s willingness to come to Tabitha say about how we should respond to those in need?
- What differences does it make to distinguish between praying for a cure, which seems to dictate to God our desired outcome, and praying for healing, which can come in a hundred unexpected ways?
- What are some differences between the raising of Tabitha and the resurrection of Jesus?
- What does the raising of Tabitha show us about God’s loving purposes?
- Where do we see miracles of new life that may not include resuscitation after physical death?
God’s Word Is Proclaimed
Psalm Reading: Psalm 23 (Psalms of Wonder: Poems from Book of Songs)
Scripture Reading: Acts 9:36-43 (Common English Bible)
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Scripture: Common English Bible (CEB) Amplified Bible (AMP) Permission to podcast/stream the service music obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-730666 and CCLI Streaming License CSPL069066 and WORSHIPCast Streaming License. All Rights Reserved.
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Preacher: Rev. Dr. Craig Alwin
Scripture: Psalm 23, Acts 9:36-43 (Common English Bible)
Sermon Title: “Miracles of New Life”
Children’s Moment: Jennifer Zander
Liturgist: Jolene S.
Cantor: Carol W.
Organist/Pianist: Kris B.
Design/Audio/Video: Debbie C., Dan B.
Bass: Eddie H.
Saxophone: Daniel A.
Drums: Dan B.
Prelude: “Hymn to Joy”
arr. by Gerhard Krapf
From Sing and Rejoice Volume II
Copyright © 1983 The Sacred Music Press
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arr. by Emma Lou Diemer
Copyright © 1978 Augsburg Publishing House. All rights reserved.
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GTG 248 “Christ is Risen! Shout Hosanna!”
TEXT: Brian Wren, 1984; © 1986 Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Used by Permission.
MUSIC (HYMN TO JOY 8.7.8.7.D): Ludwig van Beethoven, 1824; adapt. Edward Hodges, 1842, alt. Printed/Podcast/Streamed with Permission under One License A -730666.
(After the Peace): GTG 582 “Glory to God Whose Goodness Shines on Me”
TEXT: Trad. liturgical text; adapt. Paul M. Vasile, 2008; © 2008 Paul M. Vasile
MUSIC (GLORY TO GOD (Vasile)): Paul M. Vasile, 2008; © 2008 Paul M. Vasile
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Psalm 23
Wallace, Carey, and Khoa Le. Psalms of wonder: Poems From the Book of Songs. Louisville, KY: Flyaway Books, 2023, p28.
Hymn: GTG 250 “In the Bulb There is a Flower”
TEXT: Natalie Sleeth, 1986; © 1986 Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Used by Permission.
MUSIC (PROMISE 8.7.8.7.D): Natalie Sleeth, 1986; © 1986 Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Used by Permission.
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Offering Music: GTG 800 “Sometimes a Light Surprises” soloist, Carol W.
TEXT: William Cowper, 1779, alt.
MUSIC (SALLEY GARDENS 7.6.7.6.D): Irish folk melody; arr. Alfred V. Fedak, 2011;
arr. © 2011 Alfred V. Fedak
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(Offertory) GTG 240 “Alleluia, Alleluia! Give Thanks” (refrain only)
TEXT: Donald Fishel, 1971; © 1973 International Liturgy Publications
MUSIC (ALLELUIA NO. 1, 8.8 with refrain): Donald Fishel, 1971; arr. Betty Pulkingham and Donald Fishel, 1979; © 1973 International Liturgy Publications
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Sending Song: GTG 319 “Men of Faith, Rise Up and Sing”
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Martin Smith © 1995 Curious? Music UK
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Postlude: “Men of Faith, Rise Up and Sing” reprise