041623 Digital Bulletin

Moscow United Methodist Church 126 Church Street Moscow, Pennsylvania 18444 Church Phone: (570)842-7251 Email: [email protected] Website: moscowumc.com Worship Service 10:00 Sunday School 9:00 Mission Statement: To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

April 16, 2023 10:00 a.m. GOD’S PEOPLE GATHER Gathering Prelude “How Firm a Foundation” Traditional American Melody arranged by Don Hustad Ringing of the Church Parish Notes Invocation *Call To Worship Leader: It’s the Sunday after Easter and we are alone in our faith; People: On this Sunday after Easter, help us grow into the faith that we confessed and celebrated last week. Leader: Though we have hidden ourselves in a locked room and huddled together as ones who build barriers; People: Send your Living Word through our locked doors and into our guarded hearts that we might be witnesses of your grace and couriers of your goodness.

Leader: By the power of your Holy Spirit, grant us the trust to believe the Gospel; People: Not because we see it but because we have been seen by it and transformed through it. *Opening Hymn UMH #318 “Christ Is Alive” Christ is alive! Let Christians sing. His cross stands empty to the sky. Let streets and homes with praises ring. His love in death shall never die. Christ is alive! No longer bound to distant years in Palestine, he comes to claim the here and now, and conquer every place and time. Not throned above, remotely high, untouched, unmoved by human pains but daily, in the midst of life, our Savior with the Godhead reigns. In every insult, rift and war, where color, scorn or wealth divide, he suffers still, yet loves the more, and lives, though ever crucified.

Christ is alive, and comes to bring good news to this and every age, till earth and sky and ocean ring with joy, with justice, love and praise. Children’s Chat GOD’S WORD PROCLAIMED Prayer for Illumination: (in unison) Living Lord, who caused all holy scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, and retain them, that we may ever hold fast to the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Gospel Reading John 20:19-31 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.

Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive anyone’s sins, their sins are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.” Jesus Appears to Thomas Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he said to them, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.” A week later his disciples were in the house again, and Thomas was with them. Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.” Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!”

Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” Jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. 31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. Leader: The word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Special Music “Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross” Carol Hess Music by William Doane, Arranged by Vicki Tucker Courtney Message Pastor Lori Robinson Confined or Refined? GOD’S PEOPLE RESPOND *Hymn of Response UMH #304 “Easter People, Raise Your Voices” Easter people raise your voices Sounds of heaven in earth should ring

Christ has brought us Heaven's choices Heavenly music let it ring Alleluia. Alleulia. Easter people let it sing Fear of death can no more stop us From our pressing here below For our Lord empowered us To triumph over every foe Alleluia. Alleluia. On to victory now we go Every day to us is Easter With its resurrection song When in trouble move the faster to our God who rights the wrong Alleluia. Alleluia. See the power of heavenly throngs. Circle of Prayer Churches: Churches for the week of April 16 - 22 Matamoras UMC, Port Royal Trout Run UMC, Trout Run 12th Street UMC, Huntindon Factoryville UMC, Factoryville Monroeton UMC, Monroeton Rock UMC, West Decatur Pine Summit UMC, Millville First UMC, Marion *Makump Bana

UMC, Makump Bana - Sierra Leone Mount Rock UMC, Newville Breezewood UMC, Breezewood Prayer List: Corona Virus Pandemic, Our United Methodist Denomination, those affected by the natural disasters, Our Country and Leaders, All Military troops, Adm. John C. Aquilino, War in Ukraine, Dawn Biesecker, Alice Roese, Merle Lyon, Cindy Kramer, Shirley Lysak, Ed Sebring, the Donna Tucker family, the Dymond family, Dan Edwards, Mary and Tom Tanfield, Family of Sonny Dorio, Family of Gary Wodder, the family of Shirley Flyte, the Dale Shotwell family, Family of Rolando Cabana, Langford family, Tedd Kreider, Family of Dave Petrosky, Lori Brink, Bill & Fil Hoffman, Russell, Family of Eugene Boyd, Aaron Butler, Unspoken Requests, Those Suffering in Silence Sharing In Prayer: Confined or Refined? Silent Prayer Pastoral Prayer

The Lord’s Prayer UMH#895 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 trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen. Reception of the Tithes and Offerings *Doxology UMH#94 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

*Offertory Prayer (unison) Holy God, you treat us not like the stern disciplinarian but like the forgiving parent who runs to embrace us when we’ve rebelled or disappointed. Your mercy gives us the openings to try again, to return into your grace, to pick ourselves up and brush ourselves off. You invite us back into the inheritance you desire for us. May our offering this day reflect our gratitude for your pardoning love. Amen. GOD’S PEOPLE ARE SENT FORTH *Hymn of Sending Forth UMH#307 “Christ Is Risen” Christ is risen! Shout Hosanna! Celebrate this day of days. Christ is risen! Hush in wonder; all creation is amazed. In the desert all surrounding, see, a spreading tree has grown. Healing leaves of grace abounding bring a taste of love unknown. Christ is risen! Raise your spirits from the caverns of despair. Walk with gladness in the morning.

See what love can do and dare. Drink the wine of resurrection, not a servant, but a friend; Jesus is our strong companion. Joy and peace shall never end. Christ is risen! Earth and heaven never more shall be the same. Break the bread of new creation where the world is still in pain. Tell its grim, demonic chorus: \"\"Christ is risen! Get you gone!\"\" God the First and Last is with us. Sing Hosanna everyone! *Benediction *Choral Benediction UMH# 310 “He Lives (v2)” In all the world around me I see His loving care And though my heart grows weary I never will despair I know that He is leading Through all the stormy blast The day of His appearing Will come at last

He lives He lives Christ Jesus lives today He walks with me and talks with me Along life's narrow way He lives He lives Salvation to impart You ask me how I know He lives He lives within my heart Postlude “Toccata on ‘Wedlock’ (God Is My Strong Salvation)” Traditional American Melody, arranged by Gordon Young * Invites the congregation to stand if able. Pastor: Lori Robinson Email: [email protected] Phone: (570)762-4918

****ANNOUNCEMENTS**** General Information: • Children are welcome during worship, there are Busy Bags in the coat room, and the Nursery is open for childcare after Children’s Chat for children up to age 6 • Restrooms can be found down the hall across the Narthex from the Sanctuary. • For more information, please go to our website, www.moscowumc.com Schedule This Week: Tuesday 6:15 p.m. Christian Connections Wednesday 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Morning Crew Monday 6:00 p.m. Trustee Meeting Office Hours This Week: 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 18th 10:00 p.m.–1:00p.m. Wednesday, April 19th 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 20th Reminder - Construction continues in our courtyard area. For safety, please avoid this area. We will be updating our Prayer List every month, if you would like someone to remain on our prayer list after one month, please let us know so we do not remove them.

Please don’t forget to invite your friends to follow our social media pages so we can spread the word of our upcoming events far and wide. Ushers, Greeters, Scripture Readers: Please sign up to help in these areas. The sign-up sheets are on the table in front of the mailboxes in the coat room. Ministries and Missions / Community Collections: MUMC Community Computer Lab is ready for use. Please spread the word about this new community outreach ministry. Currently, if you need to use the computer lab, please contact Jennie or Pastor Lori for assistance. *** MUMC DONATION STATION *** The MUMC Donation Station is located in the narthex of the church building: For the month of April, we will be helping area children and youth get ready to play ball! We are collecting items for the local Little Leagues, including Jefferson Township and Dandy Lion Little League. Following is the list of needed items: general - gently used cleats, bats, gloves(mitts & batting), baseballs & softballs, etc. and refreshment stand items - water, Gatorade, soda, small

chip bags, snack bars, candy. Monetary donations will also be accepted to help the league with other costs. Food Pantry & Dry Goods Pantry – Most Needed Items of the Month: Food Pantry – soup, canned pasta, pasta sauce Dry Goods Pantry – garbage bags, plastic wrap, Paper towels Infant Hat Collection: Thank you to those who continue to donate hats. If you are unable to knit or crochet but would like to contribute, you can donate yarn for others to make the hats. Information on which yarns are best can be found with the hat patterns. We are collecting plastic bags and other stretchy plastic, which will be turned into an outdoor bench when we reach 500lbs. So far, we have reached our goal for our second bench. We continue to collect aluminum tabs for the Ronald McDonald House in Scranton. MUMC Power of Prayer Network – If anyone is in need of prayer, please contact Cis Lyon, so your requests can be given to the Power of Prayer Network.

The MUMC Learning Tree Preschool - If you or someone you know would like to enroll their child, applications as well as other information can be found on our website under the “Ministries” section. The Learning Tree Preschool is selling certificates for 1 dozen Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Donuts. Certificates are $11 dollars each, you’ll save $1 per dozen and support our preschool! Orders are due by April 28, contact the church office or Jennie at [email protected] to order.-- Jennie Chmielewski Spiritual Enrichment Opportunities: Sunday School: There are classes from ages 2 through adult. Each week there are discussions based on stories from the bible, as well as games, crafts, and cooking lessons. If anyone would like to join the fun, please contact Barbara Havenstrite at [email protected] for more information. Next Sunday, April 23rd, the Sunday School children will be sharing in music worship.

Adult Sunday School meets in Pastor Lori’s office. The class is studying curriculum on the Ten Commandments authored by Adam Hamilton. Christian Connections virtual Bible study is scheduled to meet in April on the 18th, at 6:15p.m. The group will be discussing interactions the Risen Christ had with people before returning to the Kingdom of Heaven. There will be no Christian Connections next week. Upcoming Activity and Event Information: CPR/AED Class: If anyone would like to sign up for a future class, please contact the church office, or add your name to the list on the table in the Narthex. Any articles and information for the May Newsletter are due to the office by April 23rd. Looking ahead: Spring Sale is slated for May 20th . Dates and times for item drop-offs – TBD Pastor Lori will be off April 24th – May 3rd . Ron Lucas will be leading worship Sunday, April 30th. All pastoral emergency calls are being covered by Pastor Eric Luczak. He can be reached at 570-702-9808.