Fort Collins, CO An Open and Affirming Congregation plymouthucc.org

EASTER SUNDAY April 4, 2021, 10:00 a.m. PRELUDE “Hallelujah” Michael Praetorius “Praise the Lord with Drums and Cymbals” Sigfrid Karg-Elert WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS The Rev. Hal Chorpenning TIME OF CENTERING SILENCE (ends with the sound of the chime) EASTER INTROIT “Fanfare on ‘Victory’” Mark Heiskanen * CALL TO WORSHIP Linda Preston

Leader: Christ is risen! People: Risen indeed! Leader: This is a day of new beginnings! People: A day when we can experience transformation! Leader: It is the day of Jesus’ resurrection! People: It is the day when we ourselves can experience

resurrection! Leader: Christ goes before us to show us new life and new

beginnings… People: Let us follow in his way!

HYMN “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” EASTER HYMN TIME WITH CHILDREN The Rev. Jane Anne Ferguson SCRIPTURE John 20.1-18 The Rev. Jane Anne Ferguson Response: Thanks be to God. SERMON “Resuscitated or Resurrected?” The Rev. Hal Chorpenning MUSICAL OFFERING “Now the Green Blade Rises” Mark Heiskanen

You can make a pledge for 2021 at plymouthucc.org/pledge. Gifts may be made online at plymouthucc.org/give or mailed to

Plymouth UCC, 916 West Prospect Rd., Fort Collins, CO 80526. THE SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION

(At home, have bread & wine ready!)

* UNISON PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING & DEDICATION God of new beginnings, we offer thanks for the presence of Christ in the world and in this sacrament. Bless all that we offer, that it may be used for your liberating reign. Amen.

SERVICE OF COMMON PRAYER The Rev. Jane Anne Ferguson Silent Prayer • Pastoral Prayer • The 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. 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.

PASSING THE PEACE

HYMN “Yours Is the Glory” JUDAS MACCABEUS BENEDICTION The Rev. Hal Chorpenning POSTLUDE “Acclamations” Jean Langlais

Permission to podcast/stream music is through One License #A-709014 and Christian Copyright Solutions #11133.

Musicians this morning

Blair Carpenter, cantor • Mark Heiskanen, organ and piano Plymouth Brass: Rob Borger, Adam MacBlane, Josh Margheim,

Dan Watt, Katie Watt Plymouth Ringers: Sheryl Christensen, Ulrike Gedrath, Meg Jeffrey,

Carole Oldemeyer, Roger Smith Chancel Choir: Michele Betsill, Blair Carpenter, Sheryl Christensen, Judy

Leatherman, Steve Lundeen, Aaron McGrew, Mark Nelson

Christ the Lord Is Risen Today

Text: Charles Wesley, alt.; Music: EASTER HYMN © 1995 The Pilgrim Press.

All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-709014.

Yours Is the Glory

Text: Edmond Budry; Music: JUDAS MACCABEUS © 1995 The Pilgrim Press.

All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-709014.

Welcome to Plymouth Congregational Church! We are an Open & Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ, including all without regard to their race, gender, physical or mental ability, economic status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Our congregation has also voted to become a Peace with Justice church, stressing its importance in our common life. And we voted to become an Immigrant-Welcoming Congregation, which offers a respectful, compassionate welcome and inclusion of immigrants in our midst. Learn more about us at plymouthucc.org Keep in touch! Please keep Barb Gregory apprised of any address, phone or email changes, barbara@plymouthucc.org. In addition, you can send Barb short (4 or fewer lines, please) pieces for the bulletin insert at plymouthucc.org/copy

The Rev. Hal Chorpenning, sr. minister hal@plymouthucc.org The Rev. Jane Anne Ferguson, associate minister janeanne@plymouthucc.org Mark Heiskanen, director of music/organist music@plymouthucc.org Alli Stubbs, interim director of Christian formation for youth alli@plymouthucc.org Tricia Medlock, interim director of Christian formation for children tricia@plymouthucc.org Anna Broskie, it/communications coordinator anna@plymouthucc.org Barb Gregory, office manager barbara@plymouthucc.org

970-482-9212 www.plymouthucc.org

Our liturgist this morning is Linda Preston who has enjoyed the many volunteer, education and social opportunities provided through Plymouth over the years. Currently she supports the food distribution program for Immigrant Families each Friday. At 6 p.m. our liturgist is Rev. Dr. Victoria Gardner who is a Spiritual Psychologist, Interfaith Chaplain, and Music Minister. Her Music and Healing Ministry with another widow and singer/songwriter is called “2 Healing Hearts” (the name of their FB page), and they just recorded their second album of original Praise & Worship music.

Easter Flowers: Our wonderful donors are listed at the end of this insert.

Casey Slide writes in Moneycrashers.com that you just don't wake up deciding to be more generous, that it is a lifestyle change calling for you to know yourself, understand what talents you can give and in what ways. Plan out a "time and talent" budget including your financial budget. Know if your purpose is to better yourself, your community, and environment. This will keep you motivated. (from Ross Lane, Stewardship Board) Since Barb is now working part-time at home, please email her if she does not answer your call at the Plymouth office. If she is away or on vacation, it will say that on the reply you get to your email. Thank you.

THIS WEEK @ PLYMOUTH Today: Easter Sunday; Worship service (parking lot) 8 a.m.; Cinnamon Roll Drive-Through 9 a.m.; Worship

service (view on Streaming page) 10 a.m.; Virtual Coffee Hour (Zoom) 11 a.m.; Worship service (Zoom - see details below) 6 p.m.

Monday: Alli on vacation all week; Personnel Comm. (Zoom-Email Invite) 3 p.m.; Plymouth Ringers Chat (Zoom) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday: Celtic Spirituality II (Zoom-Email Invite) 9:30 a.m.; Staff Mtg. (Zoom-Email Invite) 10:30 a.m.;

Stephen Ministry Training (Zoom-Email Invite) 1:30 p.m.; Service Recording Session (Sanc) 6 p.m.; New Ministry Team Mtg. (Zoom-Email Invite) 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: Barb on vacation until Apr. 12; Living Celtic Christianity (Zoom-Email Invite) 8 a.m.; Lenten Book Study: Love is the Way (Zoom-Email Invite) 9 a.m.; Service Recording Session (Sanc) 9:00 a.m.; Pandemic Team Mtg. (Zoom-Email Invite) 5:15 p.m.

Thursday: Service Recording Session (Sanc) 9:30 a.m. Friday: Men’s Discussion Group (Zoom-Email Invite) 9 a.m.; Immigration Meals Delivery Program (parking

lot) 2:30 p.m.; Lenten Devotional Discussion Group (Zoom-Email Invite) 7 p.m. Saturday: ISAAC Drive Through/Check pick-up

Sunday: Worship service (view on Streaming page) 10 a.m.; Virtual Coffee Hour (Zoom) 11 a.m.; Middle School Youth Group (FH) 4:30 p.m.; Worship service (Zoom - see details below) 6 p.m.

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10 a.m. Our Sunday morning recorded service streams in a “premiere” at 10 a.m. and can be viewed either directly on our website at plymouthucc.org/streaming or on the YouTube premiere page (links in Saturday email). After the premiere, the service may be viewed on demand at both places.

6 p.m. Our Sunday evening Zoom service link (which changes each week) will be in the Saturday email, and also posts half an hour before the service at plymouthucc.org/6pm. The recorded Zoom service will be available early in the week at plymouthucc.org/streaming.

For more information on Zoom software go to plymouthucc.org/zoom. If you haven’t received an Email Invite for your event, please contact your Group Leader. Be sure to upgrade your Zoom client to 5.0 here: https://zoom.us/download

Many of us are really looking forward to getting together at Plymouth's Drive-In 8 a.m. Easter Service! To make the celebration even more festive, Congregational Life will be handing out fresh cinnamon rolls at the end of the service!

For Prayer concerns and requests in worship, please email them to prayer@plymouthucc.org. Note: For Sunday morning Prayers of the People, they must be received by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday for recording.

Barb will be away from the office April 7-11: Please reserve a Zoom Room during that time frame no later than 12 p.m. Tuesday, April 6 to make sure she can get you the information to Host your Zoom meeting. Thank you! Ever wonder what it's like in the Sanctuary when worship is being recorded or streamed? Watch a brief video here: https://youtu.be/VzGYwGlUyzI Pastoral Care is still happening! Jane Anne and Hal are happy to set up online coffee with those who might want or need it or even to meet in the Memorial Garden (weather permitting) with masks at a safe distance. Just call us…you probably received a fridge magnet with our cell phone numbers (in the Placard, too!).

From the Budget & Finance Committee: Just wanted you to know that your financial support is much appreciated and helpful! You can pay pledges online at plymouthucc.org/give or by mailing your check to the church. Thanks for your generosity! Pledge Income February 2021 Pledge Income: $104,520 February 2021 Budgeted Pledge Income: $66,307 2021 Pledge Income to February 28, 2021: $205,155 2021 Budgeted Pledge Income to February 28, 2021: $132,614 Income February 2021 Income: $114,662 Budgeted Income for February 2021: $77,191 2021 Income to February 28, 2021: $230,385 Budgeted Income to February 28, 2021: $154,382 Expenses February 2021 Expenses: $70,941 Budgeted Expenses for February 2021: $83,789 Expenses through February 28, 2021: $146,332 Budgeted Expenses through February 28, 2021: $167,581

Zoom coffee hour begins after the service ends You won't be able to get into the Zoom link before 11 a.m. Look for the link in your Saturday email from Plymouth. Need assistance? Do you need financial assistance with groceries, rent or medication? We have some funds available to help. Contact one of your pastors. Plymouth needs your voice in the Rocky Mountain Conference! We are looking for two Plymouth members to be our representatives (along with our clergy who have standing in the UCC) at the annual meeting of the RMC in June. Events will be held virtually June 7-13. Topics include clergy compensation guidelines and some special interest sessions. Interested? Follow this link: https://rmcucc.org/annual-celebration-2021/ and let your moderator know by April 12 at Bruce.Ronda@gmail.com

Adult Formation There is no Sunday Forum Easter Sunday. Adult Forum will resume April 11 with a series on Immigration and World Missions. Good News! Join our church-wide book study for the Plymouth Reads book, Without Oars: Casting Off into a Life of Pilgrimage, by Visiting Scholar, Wesley Granberg-Michaelson. Mondays, 10-11:30 a.m., Apr. 12-May 10. Facilitated by Viki Johnson, this group is a great chance to engage with Plymouth friends about important themes for Plymouth's future! (If you need other ways to engage, contact us at plymouth@plymouthucc.org.) You can register for this study at plymouthucc.org/reads. Books available in the office while they last, $10, check or cash.

Lenten Bible Blog "Bible Study?! Who has time to study the Bible?" If this is your normal reaction to the Bible study, try something new for Lent! As a Lenten practice, read our BRIEF weekly Lenten Bible Blog written by David Petersen, Plymouth member and former moderator, fly fisherman, and distinguished Biblical scholar. plymouthucc.org/lent2021

Children & Youth Formation

Plymouth's annual Easter Egg Hunt was a glorious success thanks to the following members of the Christian Formation Board: Elaine Kim, Jillian Harrison, Sarah Parmenter and Joan Spurgin. Special thanks to Alli Stubbs and the intrepid youth group and to Hal and Jane Anne. A good time was had by all! Middle and high school youth groups: Middle schoolers will continue to meet every Sunday from 4:30-6:00 p.m., while High schoolers will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 7-8:30 p.m. We will be meeting either outside on the lawn or in the Fellowship Hall, depending on weather conditions. For more info, contact Alli (alli@plymouthucc.org).

Small Groups & Fellowship Ministries The church is OPEN … but we won’t be gathering in person inside the church until further notice. If you are looking for a new small-group activity to try, call either of our ministers, and we’ll help plug you in! Celtic Christianity, Healing prayer, and some new opportunities will be available. COVID-19 continues to affect many, especially the most vulnerable among us. The Outreach and Mission Board invites you, if you are in a position to do so, to share a portion of your American Rescue Act payment. If you need help deciding, O/M has some suggestions: ISAAC’S EMERGENCY IMMIGRATION FUND, LA FAMILIA or the FOOD BANK. The Plymouth website [www.plymouthucc.org] has info on how to donate! Thank you! Stephen Ministry: Continue to pray for our Stephen Minister trainees and Leaders. We will all be focusing on Holy Week next week. Next Tuesday trainees are exploring one of the more frequent situations in which they may provide care - “Ministering to Those Experiencing Grief.” They’ll learn about the different stages of grief, along with practical ways they can care at each stage. This is a situation everyone is likely to encounter at different times in life, so it’s a crucial way our Stephen Ministers will offer care in our congregation and community. Visiting Ministry: Feel called to regularly visit or touch base with the homebound? Please contact Janeanne@plymouthucc.org Faith Community Nursing (FCN): Are you a licensed registered nurse interested in helping folks in the congregation understand their health situation? Please contact Janeanne@plymouthucc.org

Plymouth Text Connection: We are adding text messaging as a way to stay connected. We hope you will give it a try. WE NEED YOUR CELL PHONE NUMBER! Go to plymouthucc.org/text! Beginning 3/17/21 we will start testing the texting process, then on alternating weeks will have a fun engagement text, then a wellness check-in the following week.

Fellowship of the Grape (FOG) is still happening on the 4th Friday of every month using Zoom-Email Invite). The card project is on hold until the threat of Covid-19 is history. Hopefully, you will continue to collect the cards that you no longer need and bring them to Plymouth once we are able to be together at church. If

you need/want to donate them right away or have other questions about this project, just call Mary Kay or Ron Graver. In the meantime please hold the women and the staff at the facility close as confinements such as theirs are so vulnerable during this pandemic. Thank you in advance for your continued generosity.

The beautiful plants decorating the Sanctuary are given as listed:

In memory of Makenzie & Mikaela Dunigan and Miriam Rose AtLee, the gift of Kate & Aaron Dunigan AtLee

In honor of our wonderful, hard-working ministers & staff, the gift of Joyce Sjogren

In honor of Barb & Les Fraley, the gift of Barbara and Bob Hoel

In honor of Frontline workers everywhere for their immense contribution in areas of healthcare & essential services during the pandemic, the gift of Debbie Hamilton and Chuck Cairns

In honor of her granddaughters Eden Gholz & Olivia Olson and grandson Hunter Olson, the gift of Jan Engert

Calendar Requests/Booking Zoom Rooms While the building is closed, we have church-owned Zoom online “rooms” for remote meetings, small groups, etc. Please visit plymouthucc.org/cal or just go to our website and select the News & Events link at the top of the page. The request form can be found at the button by the Calendar. Choose “Zoom Room” as your meeting room, and we will get back to you with information you can send your group members.