04/04/2026
WORSHIP SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY
Resurrection Sunday, April 5, 2026
10:00 AM
As you join us in worship, we hope that you will sense God's presence,
be caught up in the joyful praise, be challenged by God's Word,
and leave strengthened to live for Christ in the World.
THE GATHERING OF GOD’S PEOPLE
THE PRELUDE “Lead Me to Calvary” Tedd Smith & Don Hustad
Piano – Debbie Settle and Organ – Iris Neal-Sirmon
CHIMING OF THE TRINITY Iris Neal-Sirmon, Music Director
WORDS OF WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
MIPC extends a warm welcome in the Name of Christ to all who worship
with us today.
THE ADORATION OF GOD
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Alleluia, Alleluia! Give Thanks” Don Fiskel
CALL TO WORSHIP Lynne Smith, Deacon Leader: “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the
Lord, praise His name; proclaim His salvation day after day. Declare His
glory among the nations, His marvelous deeds among all peoples”.
People: “For great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; He is to be feared
above all gods. For all the gods of the nations are idols, but the Lord
made the heavens. Splendor and majesty are before Him; strength and
glory are in His sanctuary.” Psalm 96:1-6
OPENING PRAYER
*HYMN OF PRAISE No. 360 (all verses) “Jesus Christ is Risen Today”
OUR NEED OF GRACE
THE UNISON PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Gracious Lord, You are our faithful God and worthy to be praised. Today we celebrate the most significant day in all of human history. On Easter Sunday, two thousand years ago, You miraculously achieved the impossible with the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. And yet, we often live our daily lives as if the tomb was not empty. We often walk in denial and fail to welcome the new life You have so graciously given. We confess our sins of indifference and faithlessness; forgive our fear and doubt. Deepen our faith, through Christ’s resurrection power, to live our lives fully for the One who died and rose again for us. We pray this in the Name of our precious Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.
SILENT PRAYER AND ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS
THE WORD OF GOD
SCRIPTURE LESSON John 20:1-18 NIV Page 1074
ANTHEM“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross”Fred Mallory
YOUTH MESSAGE Wendy Brzezinski
JOYS AND CONCERNS:
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & 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, the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
OFFERTORY ANTHEM “Jesus Christ is Risen Today” Richard Blake
*DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION
Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him, all creatures here below. Praise Him above, ye heavenly host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*THE PRAYER OF COMMITMENT
SERMON: “THE EMPTY TOMB” Rev. Peter M. Brzezinski
*HYMN OF COMMITMENT No. 358 (all verses) “Because He Lives”
*BENEDICTION Rev. Peter M. Brzezinski
*CHORAL RESPONSE “He Lives” Choir
(congregation to remain)
*POSTLUDE“Toccata” Charles Marie Widor
Arr. by Lani Smith
*Those who are able, please stand
Thanks to everyone who contributed toward the
beautiful Easter Lilies that enhance our sanctuary today!
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WE REMEMBER IN OUR PRAYERS
Juanita Basham, Sharon Rousseau, Christian T., Marleen Maybell, Kay, Tom, Jerry, Chrissy, Debbie, Monica P., Jenica R., Kathleen, Doug Clark, Michael Tither, Ronnie Settle, Clarence Turbeville, Sela Grace, Damon Reilly, Mr. Garvey, Tom Bowker, Lili Arters, Jennifer & Donna Meca, Sharon Cox, Poppy Reynolds, Clark Hamerly, Jennifer Fox, Bob Croucher, Roy Messervy, & others on your prayer list.
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CONNECTING WITH MEMBERS/THINKING OF YOU
BOB CROUCHER
(Please sign the card at the rear of the church)
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LOOKING AHEAD: The adults gather each Sunday morning at 8:45 a.m. in the Library for a study on SPIRITUAL WARFARE. A Sunday School class for children also meets at the same time in Room 103, off from the Fellowship Hall.
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BIBLE STUDY: Please join us for a study of “Isaiah” which meets every Wednesday, at 10:30 a.m., in the Library.
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PLANNING MEETING: April 8th in the Conference Room at 12:30 pm. Please join us.
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START LUNCH: Please fill out the green card in your pew with the # in your party to join us at Outriggers, 1950 Wachesaw Rd., Murrells Inlet on Wednesday, April 15, at 12:30 pm. Everyone is invited!
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ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL is coming up on April 18th, from 10 am to 3 pm. We need bakers, parkers, etc. Please see Mary or Pat if you can help out!
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Please join us after the service for “Coffee Chat” in the Fellowship Hall
Hosted by the Fellowship/Christian Education Committee.
MURRELLS INLET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
PO BOX 418, Hwy 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Phone: 843-651-3751; Church Email: [email protected]
Website: www.mipcpresby.churchspring.org
Rev. Peter M. Brzezinski, cell (210)702-0200; [email protected]
Learn more about Murrells Inlet Presbyterian Church by visiting our Home page. Murrells Inlet Presbyterian Church is located in Murrells Inlet, SC.
