Easter Sunday

St. Peters Ev. Lutheran 108 W. Maple St. Sturgeon Bay, WI

920-743-4431 www.stpeterslutheran.net

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Easter Sunday St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church April 11, 2020

We Exist to Share Christ!

IF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION about St. Peter’s and its activities, please speak with one of the pastors to arrange an appointment by calling the church office at 920-743-4431.

Christ is Risen! He is Risen indeed! Good morning and a blessed Easter to all of you! Welcome to this celebration of Jesus’ resurrection! We consider it a privilege to worship the living Lord with you this morning. We pray that the message of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead fills your heart with faith in Christ and confidence in His gracious gifts of forgiveness and eternal life.

SILENT PRAYER BEFORE WORSHIP:

Dear Lord Jesus, because of Your sacrifice, we can spend eternity with You. There is no pain You cannot conquer, no hurt You cannot heal, and no life You cannot transform. Your death and resurrection proved that nothing is impossible for You, and that we are more than conquerors because of You. Today and every day, help us to fix our hearts and our minds on You. Grant that we, who have been raised from the death of sin by Your life-giving Spirit, may worship You in the joy of this glorious news. Amen.

Worship With Us

April 12 Easter Sunday 10:05 am - Radio, Facebook, YouTube

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The Bell Chime

M: Christ is risen! C: He is risen indeed!

All: Alleluia!

T H E R E A D I N G O F T H E E A S T E R G O S P E L

John 20:1-18

1Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. 2So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one Jesus loved, and said, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put him!” 3So Peter and the other disciple started for the tomb. 4Both were running, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first. 5He bent over and looked in at the strips of linen lying there but did not go in. 6Then Simon Peter, who was behind him, arrived and went into the tomb. He saw the strips of linen lying there, 7as well as the burial cloth that had been around Jesus’ head. The cloth was folded up by itself, separate from the linen. 8Finally the other disciple, who had reached the tomb first, also went inside. He saw and believed. 9(They still did not understand from Scripture that Jesus had to rise from the dead.) 10Then the disciples went back to their homes, 11but Mary stood outside the tomb crying. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb 12and saw two angels in white, seated where Jesus’ body had been, one at the head and the other at the foot. 13They asked her, “Woman, why are you crying?” “They have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I don’t know where they have put him.” 14At this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize that it was Jesus. 15“Woman,” he said, “why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.” 16Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!”

Order of Service for

Festival of the Resurrection

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(which means Teacher). 17Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet returned to the Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am returning to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’ ” 18Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: “I have seen the Lord!” And she told them that he had said these things to her.

M: Sing praise to Christ, the Lord, Alleluia! C: Sing praise to Christ, our risen Savior and King! Alleluia!

Opening Hymn 157– Jesus Christ Is Risen Today

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INVOCATION

M: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

C: Amen.

CONFESSION 1 JOHN 1:8-9

M: Upon the hill the cross now stands empty. Morning light breaks upon the tomb. As we come before our God and King, let us confess our sins.

All: Lord God, I humbly come before You. I confess that I am sinful in my thoughts, words and actions. I daily fail to do what You command, and continually do what You forbid. Lord, I am sorry for my sins. I believe that for the sake of my Lord Jesus Christ, You will have mercy on me.

ABSOLUTION JOHN 20:21-23

M: Rejoice, my dear friends! Jesus, our Risen Savior, has forgiven all your sins. His perfect life and death on the cross made the full payment for your sins. “It is finished,” He declared. By His triumphant resurrection He proved to you and me that we stand before God free of sin and its guilt and shame. Blessing and honor, glory and thanksgiving, power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen. He is risen!

C: He is risen, indeed! Alleluia

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ANTHEM HEAVENLY HOME by Jonathan B. Atchinson

Arranged by Mary McDonald

No more hunger, no more thirsting, no more weeping, no more tears; No more sin, no more temptation, no more doubt, no more fears. In that home, the Lamb shall find them; He shall lead them on their way. Where the living fount is flowing, and shall wipe all tears away.

No more longing for the morning, no more watching for the day;

No more groping in the darkness, no more mists to clear away. Morning splendors are eternal, for in heaven there is no night,

All unknown are mists and shadows, for the Lamb, He is the Light! No more weariness for pilgrims, no more restless tossings there; No more sorrow, no more sighing, no more watching, no more prayer. Ended every pilgrim’s journey, they have entered into rest. Joys eternal, endless praises! In that homeland of the blest.

Refrain: Heavenly home, happy home; never sigh or sorrow come.

“Alleluia,” songs we raise, joys eternal, endless praise.

PRAYER OF THE DAY

M: Let us pray. Lord Jesus, God of grace, You have filled our hearts with resurrection joy by Your victory over sin, death, and the grave. With the church of every age, we offer You unending praise, for You have crushed Satan’s head and have removed our guilt forever. You conquered death and opened the gate to eternal life. To You be dominion and praise for You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit now and forever.

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THE WORD OF GOD

Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!

First Scripture Lesson Job 19:23-27 Christ is Risen! Because He Lives We too Shall Rise

23“Oh, that my words were recorded, that they were written on a scroll, 24that they were inscribed with an iron tool on lead, or engraved in rock forever! 25I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth. 26And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; 27I myself will see him with my own eyes-- I, and not another. How my heart yearns within me!”

M: The Word of our Lord C: Thanks be to God!

Second Scripture Lesson 1 Corinthians 15:51–57 Christ is Risen! Death Has Been Swallowed up in Victory

51Look, I tell you a mystery. We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed, 52in a moment, in the blink of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. 53For this perishable body must put on imperishability, and this mortal body must put on immortality. 54But once this perishable body has put on imperishability, and this mortal body has put on immortality, then what is written will be fulfilled: Death is swallowed up in victory. 55Death, where is your sting? Grave, where is your victory? 56The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. 57But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ!

M: Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, C: The firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep.

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Verse of the Day Psalm 118:24

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Alleluia!1

GOSPEL OF THE DAY MATTHEW 28:1-10

Christ is Risen! His resurrection guarantees the victory! Alleluia!

M: The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the 28th chapter. C: Glory be to You, O Lord! 1 After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. 2 Suddenly, there was a great earthquake! For an angel of the Lord came down from heaven, and going to the tomb, he rolled away the stone and was sitting on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing was as white as snow. 4 The guards were so terrified of him that they shook and became like dead men. 5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid! I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. 6 He is not here. He has risen, just as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. 7 Go quickly and tell his disciples, ‘He has risen from the dead! And look, he is going ahead of you to Galilee. There you will see him.’ See, I have told you!” 8 They hurried away from the tomb, with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9 Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” They approached, took hold of his feet, and worshipped him. 10 Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go, tell my brothers that they should go to Galilee, and there they will see me.”

M: The Gospel of the Lord! C: Praise be to You, O Christ!

1 The days of Lent now behind us, we sing our jubilant Alleluias in praise to our risen Savior. Alleluia is a Hebrew word from the Old Testament meaning “Praise the Lord.”

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Hymn 147:1-2, 3 - Like the Golden Sun Ascending (We will sing stanzas 1-2 before the Children’s Message and stanza 3

afterwards.)

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE AT THE TOMB WITH MARY AND THE REPORTER

played by Hannah and Isaiah Schroeder

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THE SERMON JOHN 20:1-18

Tears of Sorrow, Tears of Joy

At the conclusion of the sermon we confess our faith.

STATEMENT OF FAITH AN EASTER CREED

I believe in God my Father, Almighty, Who by His powerful Word created this first day of the week on which my Savior arose.

I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, my Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary; Who suffered under the weight of all my sins on Good Friday and died on the cross to redeem me; Who was made alive again by the Spirit of God, and proclaimed victory when He descended to the spirits in hell.

He rose in triumph on that first Easter, and later ascended into heaven to prepare a place for me; He rules in my heart and Christian life today, and one day will come to take me to live with Him.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, Who has called my by the Gospel to be a member of the Holy Christian Church; Who comforts me with the assurance of God’s forgiveness and will raise me from the dead as Christ rose from the dead on Easter; So that with angels and archangels, I might dwell with my Father, my Savior, my Comforter, in the life everlasting. Amen.

Offering Our Gifts of Love to the Lord (You may mail your gifts to our church office, in addition we have the option

to securely contribute online through a link found on our website.)

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ANTHEM Because He Lives (Amen) Songwriters: Chris Tomlin, Daniel Carson,

Ed Cash, Gloria Gaither, Jason Ingram, Matt Maher,

William J. Gaither

1 – I believe in the Son I believe in the risen One I believe I overcome By the power of His blood (Refrain)

2 – I was dead in the grave I was covered in sin and shame I heard mercy call my name He rolled the stone away (Refrain)

3 - Because He lives I can face tomorrow Because He lives Every fear is gone I know He holds my life my future in His hands

(Refrain)

Refrain: Amen, Amen I'm alive, I'm alive Because He lives Amen, Amen Let my song join the one that never ends

PRAYER AND THE LORD’S PRAYER MATTHEW 6:9-13

M: O God of peace, who raised from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, we thank and praise You for the mercy You have shown us through His glorious resurrection.

C: Fill all who hear the Easter Gospel this morning with the joy of the resurrection, that they may walk in the newness of life in Christ.

M: Almighty God, as Your Son on this day rose victoriously over sin and the grave, grant that sin may no longer be a part of our lives. By the power of His resurrection set our minds on things above, not on earthly things.

C: Give us a living hope and a lively faith, that death may have no more power over us.

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M: In every adversity and trial preserve us. Heal the sick,

according to Your wisdom and will, giving them the hope of a glorious body at the resurrection of the dead. In the promise of Easter take away our fear of death. And to those who mourn, grant comfort in knowing that those who fall asleep in Jesus shall live eternally.

C: Defend the weak and vulnerable, especially the aged, those who are hungry, homeless, unemployed, and those who are struggling under the load of troubles and trials.

M: We give thanks for all those who have died and now live with Christ in the triumph of Easter, especially all our faithful departed loved ones.

C: Unite us with them in the hope of the resurrection of the dead.

Special prayers and petitions may follow

M: Hear us, O Father, for the sake of Him who is the firstborn of the dead and is now alive forevermore, Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. It is in His name that we bring this and every prayer to You.

C: Amen.

M: Lord Jesus, remember us in Your kingdom as we pray, All: Our Father in Heaven

Hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are Yours now and forever. Amen.

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THE BLESSING Numbers 6:24-26

M: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you.

The Lord look on you with favor and give you peace.

M: Christ is risen! C: He is risen indeed! Alleluia!

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Closing Hymn 152 – I Know that My Redeemer Lives

Announcements

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ONE LICENSE, License number: 731956-A Cover Artwork: Artwork by Ian Welch (ianmwelch.com). Used by permission Artwork: Clip Art for Year A © 1992 Archdiocese of Chicago. All rights reserved. Liturgy: Adapted from Christian Worship: A Lutheran Hymnal. © 1993 Northwestern Publishing House. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Hymns: Christian Worship: A Lutheran Hymnal. © 1993 Northwestern Publishing House. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Heavenly Home: Copyright © 2015 SoundForth, a division of the Lorenz Corporation. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. www.lorenz.com Because He Lives: Copyright © 2015 Hanna Street Music (BMI) worshiptogether.com (ASCAP)/ Worship Together Music (BMI) sixsteps Music (ASCAP)/ siststeps Songs (BMI S.D.G. Publishing (BMI) (adm. At CapitolCMGPublishing.com)/ Alletrop (BMI)/ Sony/ATV Tree (BMI) / Sony/ATV Timber (SESAC). All rights reserved. Used by permission. Authorized for use by Rebekah J. Thoma.

Assistants in Worship (April 12)

Preacher/Liturgist – Pastor Carl Schroeder Organist – Rebekah Thoma Broadcast – James Flinn Singers – Thoma Family

Last Week

Weekend Offerings: $11,071 Missions: $50 Building Fund: $40

The Radio/Internet Broadcast is sponsored by Len and Norine

Gunderson in praise and thankfulness for their 51 wedding anniversary on April 12.

Church News

WELS NEWS BRIEF: There will be an opportunity for our entire synod to gather online for a special Easter Sunday evening service to be broadcast from at 6 p.m. (central). We will gather as one family of believers, from across the country and around the world, not only to celebrate our Savior’s Easter victory but also to express our unity of

faith and mission as members of the Wisconsin Synod. The theme of the service will be, “Together at the Empty Tomb.” https://livestream.com/wlslive/togetherattheemptytomb

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Easter Flowers † Donated by Mike and Char Brauer to honor our Savior’s resurrection. Alleluia! He has risen! † In loving memory of parents Hugo and Mae Anderson & Richard and Millard Larsen by Jim and Mary Larsen. † In loving memory of those close to us that are now with Jesus by Chuck and Deb Cihlar.

Thank you to everyone!

Easter Season will be different, but we will celebrate our Lord’s victory.

When we can, we will have a full church again and celebrate our Lord’s rising. Monetary gifts for Easter flowers are appreciated and can be mailed or brought to the church office. Donations can still be designated for a loved one if you wish. Thanks to all for your past support.

Worship Services will broadcast over the internet and radio

We will make use of digital and other means to reach out and share the gospel with our congregation and others. If you desire a DVD of the worship services, you may request one from our church office.

10:05 am Sundays – Internet and Radio Broadcast

o Facebook.com/stpeterssb/

o Replays on website and Facebook – stpeterslutheran.net

o WDOR 93.9FM/ 910 AM

Television Broadcast (replay of previous week)

o Local Cable Channel 989

o Wednesdays at 9am and 6pm

Sundays at 10am and 7pm

Offerings: At St. Peter’s, we ask for your continued offerings to the Lord

and to the ministry here in Sturgeon Bay. They are especially needed at this time as we bring God’s Word to you and the community.

For those of you who wish to give your offerings online, you may do so at stpeterslutheran.net

You can also mail or drop off your offerings at the church. (address: 108 W. Maple Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235)

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Ministering to our community: This is a trying time for all. We

encourage you to call your neighbors, check in on them, and see if there is anything they need in which you can help them (getting groceries and essentials, making them meals, etc…) We also encourage you to support local small businesses. If you can order a takeout once a week or buy gift cards to local businesses, which will go far in helping our Sturgeon Bay community weather this storm.

Just a Reminder: if you know of anyone who is ill or needs pastoral

care, please let one of the pastors know. Thank You!

Printers needed Over the years we have been blessed with those

individuals that wanted to serve the Lord but do not want to sit in a meeting. Year ago, Paul Eggert and Bob Johnson printed in a storage room downstairs, later on Wally Peterson and Richard Lindemeyer served as printers in the church office. Over the last few years, it has been Tom and Chris Whipple making the bulletin copies. We are thankful for all those that have served St. Peter’s as printers. Tom and Chris are retiring from printing and so we have the opportunity for someone or two people to be printers. If you are interested, please contact Kari Anderson in the church office to find out the details.

Video and Audio Operators: Do you enjoy working with computers?

Have you ever made a video on your phone? Then St. Peter’s has an opportunity for you! St. Peter’s video/audio broadcast is a vital part of our “sharing Christ” with our community. We are looking for volunteers (age High School on up) to help with the video and audio broadcast. Interested? Come and chat with broadcasters in the Broadcast Room after the 10:05 am service for more information or contact Jim Flinn by email – jim.flinn@gmail.com. Thank you!

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Christ Is Risen! He is Risen, Indeed!

Thank you for worshiping with us. St. Peter’s is a part of a group of more than 1,200 churches called the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS). The

WELS is a worldwide church with congregations serving all 50 states and Canada and also serves over 25 foreign

countries through world mission work. If you are new to our area or looking for a church home, please accept our invitation to meet

our pastors (after the service, or by appointment at your convenience). Many Churches throughout WELS are Internet streaming

their Church Services a list can be found at : https://yearbook.wels.net/streaming

Please worship with us online, and stay tuned to Jesus.

Sunday 10 am Worship Service broadcast live over WDOR, 93.9 FM.

Local Cable Channel 989 broadcasts our weekly service Wednesdays at 9 am and 6 pm, and Sundays at 10 am and 7 pm.

Time of Grace broadcast Sunday: 6:30 am-WGBA (NBC26)

Restrooms are located near the Maple Street entrance in the parents’ room, the church basement, and also the education

wing. For further directions, please ask an usher.

St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and School

“We exist to share Christ” 108 W. Maple Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235 Church Office 920-743-4431 School 920-743-4432

www.stpeterslutheran.net Fax 920-743-5388

“St. Peter’s is a confessional congregation affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical

Lutheran Synod (WELS) and the worldwide Confessional Evangelical Lutheran Conference (CELC).”