And he shall reign forever!
Alleluia!
The Resurrection of Our Lord
Celebrated at
Lutheran Church of Hope, 2015
From Our Lead Pastor
Alleluia! Christ is Risen! Welcome to Resurrection Sunday at Lutheran Church of Hope, and I
am glad that you are here worshipping with us today! Today we celebrate the ‘hoped-reality’
that is indeed the steadfast anchor of our lives, in the resurrection from the dead of Jesus the
Christ.
If you are visiting with us or it is your first time here at Lutheran Church of Hope, we welcome
you on this special day; and it is our hope and prayer that God’s grace in the resurrection will
surprise you in a new way today!
Easter is all about what God has done in raising Jesus Christ from the dead. Today, God acts in
grace for you, because God loves you so much! No wonder why it is a day to celebrate, for we
have been redeemed; and with the victory over death, we too will be raised on the day when the
last trumpet shall sound.
If you are new to the faith or it is your first time ever to church and/or Easter Sunday, and you
have questions about the faith and/or the church, I personally invite you to contact me at
[email protected] and I will gladly meet you for a cup of coffee or other beverage and listen to
your questions and have conversations about what God is up to in the world.
You are invited to Easter Breakfast this morning in our Fellowship Hall directly across our
gathering space from the Nave. A free-will offering is being taken at the breakfast supporting
our middle and high school youth who will be traveling to the ELCA Youth Gathering this
summer in Detroit, Michigan.
On behalf of the entire congregation of Lutheran Church of Hope, its staff, its ministry leaders,
the congregation council, and the board of trustees, we wish you a very blessed Easter Season!
Christ is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!
The Rev. Dr. Scott R. McAnally +
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OUR VISION
Sharing and Transforming faith, hopes, and lives.
OUR MISSION
Lutheran Church of Hope proclaims Jesus Christ
as Lord and Savior by
worshipping together,
making disciples of all members,
reaching out to spread God’s Word,
and providing loving support to all.
1305 W. 10th Avenue
Broomfield, Colorado 80020
www.lchope.org
(303) 466-4823
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GATHERING
THE GREAT EASTER PRELUDE
Prelude in C Major
The bells of the Valley of Hope Spire peal in marking the joyousness of the day.
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
Please stand as you are able and face the Baptismal Font. (In these waters we daily remember our entrance into
the life of the church and the new life we receive through God’s mercy and love.)
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In the name of the Father, and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no
secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy
Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.
Silence is kept for reflection.
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Most merciful God,
we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We have sinned
against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we
have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not
loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have
mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your
will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen.
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In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake
God forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the church of
Christ, and by his authority, I therefore declare to you the entire forgiveness of all
your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen. Thanks be to God!
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The Easter Proclamation
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Alleluia! Christ is risen!
Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!
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C Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!
P Alleluia! Christ is risen!
C Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!
THE EASTER CALL TO WORSHIP
Chancel Choir, Bells of Hope, Brass
Alleluia! Christ is Risen
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THE EASTER GATHERING HYMN #365
Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
Please face the cross as it processes down the aisle, leading us into worship.
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APOSTOLIC GREETING
The presiding minister and the faith community greet one another using the greeting of the early apostles.
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The grace of our risen Savior, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit
be with you all.
And also with you.
KYRIE- The words, “Kyrie Eleison” or “Lord, Have Mercy” are sung asking God to bring peace, mercy,
well-being, unity, salvation, comfort, and protection to the gathering of the people.
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THE EASTER HYMN OF PRAISE
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THE SALUTATION
P The Lord be with you.
C And also with you.
PRAYER OF THE DAY
P So let us pray. O God, you gave your only Son to suffer death on the cross for our
redemption, and by his glorious resurrection you delivered us from the power of
death. Make us die every day to sin, that we may live with him forever in the joy
of the resurrection, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
C Amen
Please be seated.
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CHANCEL CHOIR/SPIRIT OF HOPE ANTHEM
Forever
THE EASTER GREETING
WORD
We hear readings from Holy Scriptures.
FIRST READING FOR EASTER
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Acts 10: 34–43
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Word of God, Word of Life.
Thanks be to God.
PSALM
Psalm 118: 1 - 2, 14 – 24
Cantor to sing refrain first, Congregation to sing refrain, Cantor to sing verses, Congregation will follow with
refrain.
SECOND READING FOR EASTER
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1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Bible page 935
Word of God, Word of Life.
Thanks be to God.
Please stand as you are able.
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THE EASTER GOSPEL VERSE – We stand to welcome the good news from the Gospel.
THE EASTER GOSPEL
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Mark 16:1-8
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Spark Story Bible page 482
The Holy Gospel for the Resurrection of our Lord comes from St. Mark the 16th
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Glory to you, O Lord!
After the Gospel Reading
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This is the Resurrection Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, O Christ!
THE EASTER GOSPEL VERSE
Please be seated.
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Children’s Time
CHANCEL CHOIR ANTHEM
Easter Song
The Easter Homily
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THE EASTER HYMN OF THE DAY #376
Thine is the Glory
Please stand as you are able as we sing God’s Word as it comes to us in a hymn chosen to reflect the themes of
the day from the Scripture and the Sermon.
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NICENE CREED
We recite an ancient creed of the church that reflects our understanding of God as creator, redeemer, and
sustainer. Christians all over the world and through time and space recite a similar creed with us.
We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father;
through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven,
was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary
and became truly human.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son,*
who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified,
who has spoken through the prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen.
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PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
A Confident that the resurrection of Christ has defeated sin and death, we offer our
prayers for the church, the world, and all people in need.
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Celebrating the resurrection as a beginning, Holy God, inspire each one of us,
young and old, to go and tell the good news throughout the world in our daily
lives. Lord, in your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
On this day of peace, we pray for the nations of the world, their leaders and
citizens. Envelop leaders with an urgent and deep desire for dialog working
towards peace rather than isolation and violence. Lord, in your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
On this Holy day as we celebrate the resurrection of your Son, we pray for all the
creatures and people of your creation. Help us, Lord, to protect and preserve the
gifts of water, sun, forests, oceans, deserts, and all the diversity of this world you
entrusted with us to provide for us, as well as all the animals that you placed here
with us. Lord, in your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
We celebrate your holy supper today around a new altar-table for our
congregation. May we always remember the sacrifice your Son made for us each
and every time we gather around it to be fed by your unconditional grace and
love. Lord, in your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
Holy God, You wipe away the tears of all who cry to you in distress. Bring peace
to those who are afraid; protect those who are vulnerable; bring healing to all who
suffer in mind, body, or spirit, especially those who we name aloud or in the
silence of our hearts. A pause. Lord, in your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
On this Easter morning when you conquered all sin and death, you provided a
covenant of everlasting life to all who believed in you. Let us celebrate the lives of
all the saints who have gone before us and now live out that promise of eternal life
with you. Lord, in your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
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Holy God, by the death and resurrection of your Son, you have granted new life,
abundant renewal and salvation. Hear our prayers for the sake of the one who has
set us free, Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
THE SHARING OF THE EASTER PEACE
As forgiven people, we share the peace of Christ with one another.
P The peace of Christ be with you always.
C And also with you.
The ministers and congregation may greet one another with a gesture of peace, using these or similar
words:
Peace be with you.
Please be seated.
THE EASTER OFFERING
Lutheran Church of Hope is about Sharing and Transforming faith, hopes, and lives. So now we come
together bringing and offering our financial gifts so that lives both here and beyond our walls may indeed
have the hope that Jesus brings to the world!
THE BELLS OF HOPE
Thine Is The Glory
Please stand as you are able
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THE OFFERING HYMN
Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful
OFFERTORY PRAYER
We pray, offering our gifts and our lives to God.
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Let us pray together.
Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower us
with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and
generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, through
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen
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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
We begin our table liturgy by greeting one another in ancient song and offering our thanks to God. The
presiding minister sings or speaks the Proper Preface, a prayer that reflects our thanks and praise and joins
our song to the song of heaven. For the festive meal, the presiding minister wears a chasuble, a flowing
poncho-like vestment over the alb and stole, symbolizing that the meal is for all people.
THE EASTER PREFACE
P It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times… we praise
your name and join their unending hymn:
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THE SANCTUS
The Holy, Holy or “SANCTUS” is an ancient song that connects our hymn of praise to that of all the saints
and angels through all the ages.
THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
The presider speaks holy words, recalling the Gospel story of Jesus sharing a holy meal with his followers.
Jesus Christ is present in, with, and under these elements.
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You are indeed holy, almighty and merciful God. You are most holy, and great is
the majesty of your glory.
You so loved the world that you gave your only Son, so that everyone who
believes in him may not perish but have eternal life.
We give you thanks for his coming into the world to fulfill for us your holy will
and to accomplish all things for our salvation.
In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks
broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given
for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.
Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink,
saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people
for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.
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For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup, we proclaim the
Lord's death until he comes.
Remembering, therefore, his salutary command, his life-giving passion and death,
his glorious resurrection and ascension, and the promise of his coming again, we
give thanks, to you, O Lord God almighty, not as we ought but as we are able; we
ask you mercifully to accept our praise and thanksgiving and with your Word and
Holy Spirit to bless us, your servants, and these your own gifts of bread and wine,
so that we and all who share in the body and blood of Christ may be filled with
heavenly blessing and grace, and, receiving the forgiveness of sin, may be formed
to live as your holy people and be given our inheritance with all your saints.
To you, O God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory in your holy
church, now and forever.
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THE LORD’S PRAYER
We pray together, holding hands, the prayer Our Lord taught to his disciples.
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 and ever. Amen.
INVITATION TO HOLY COMMUNION
Please be seated.
THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE HOLY AND BLESSED SACRAMENT
All are welcome to Holy Communion at Lutheran Church of Hope. If you or your children do not
commune in your own tradition, you are invited to come forward to receive a blessing.
Communion will be distributed by stations; the ushers will direct you forward via the center aisle. Wheat-free
and gluten-free wafers are available at the station served by the Pastor. White grape juice is available in the
center of each tray.
Prayer ministers will be available during Holy Communion on either side of the chancel to the sides of each
communion station, for individual prayers of concern, support, and/or thanksgiving. Simply go to them after
communing. If they are praying with someone, form a line and wait for your time. A prayer minister will also
be available in the library after worship today for individual and extended prayers as well.
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THE AGNUS DEI
If you wish to join the choir for the singing of the Hallelujah Chorus, please make your way to the choir loft area
after you have communed.
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COMMUNION HYMN #471
Let Us Break Bread Together On Our Knees
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COMMUNION ALLELUIA (to be sung repeatedly. After the table is cleared, please stand as you are
able as we sing the Communion Alleluia for a final time.)
POST COMMUNION BLESSING
P The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his
grace.
C Amen.
POST COMMUNION CANTICLE
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POST COMMUNION PRAYER
A Let us pray. Life-giving God, in the mystery of Christ’s resurrection you send light
to conquer darkness, water to give new life, and the bread of life to nourish your
people. Send us forth as witnesses to your Son’s resurrection, that we may show
your glory to all the world, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord.
C Amen
A CHORAL RESPONSE TO THE PASCHAL FEAST
Chorus No. 44 - Hallelujah
THE EASTER BENEDICTION
The presiding minister extends God’s blessings to the people in the name of the Trinity.
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Alleluia! Christ is risen.
Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!
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The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be
gracious unto you. The Lord look upon you with favor, and give you peace.
Almighty God, Father, + Son, and Holy Spirit bless you and raise you to newness
of life, now and forever.
Amen.
C
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THE EASTER SENDING HYMN #367
Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds
We sing a hymn that reflects the themes of the day so that we might carry our worship into service in the
world. Please turn and face the processional cross as it leads us out into the world.
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DISMISSAL
Our worship is ended as we are sent into the world reminded that God goes with us.
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Go in peace. Share the Good News of the Risen Christ!
Thanks be to God! Alleluia!
POSTLUDE
Christ Is Risen, Alleluia!
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LEADING WORSHIP TODAY
PRESIDING MINISTER
ASSISTING MINISTER
The Rev. Dr. Scott R. McAnally
8:00am Jay Hohensee
10:30am Christi Martin
ORGANIST
8:00 & 10:30am Kim Hohensee
ACOLYTES
8:00am Jessica Hoffman
10:30am Emily Isaacson
CRUCIFERS
8:00am Alex Hohensee
10:30am Beverly Gardalen
LECTORS
8:00am Marie Glover, Anna Jordan-Helser
10:30am Kristin Anderson, Mabel Massey
PRAYER MINISTERS
8:00am John Bosio, Kristin Anderson
10:30am Mark Berg, Terri Cooper
PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
John Bosio, Terri Cooper,
CHOIRS/SPECIAL MUSIC
Bells of Hope, Chancel Choir, Kenda Meyer – Director
Spirit of Hope, Tom Schiola-Director,
Kim Hohensee-Accompanist
COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
8:00am Anna Jordan-Helser, Elaina Panknin
10:30am Cindy Green, Connor Peterson
INSTRUMENTALISTS
Mary Kennedy, Joe Kern, Dale Larsen, Kevin Larsen,
Keith Larsen, Christi Martin, Rusty Peterson,
Anita Shockey, Terry Shockey, Kassie Larsen
CANTORS
Jay Hohensee, Christi Martin, Karen White
GREETERS
8:00am Ralph and Mabel Massey, Jetta Baker, Petey Webster
10:30am Cindy Green, Paul and Paula Yantorno
USHERS
8:00am Art and Linda Gercken, Chuck Meyer, Gerry Herbst,
Steve and Laura Kultala
10:30am Herb and Marty Covey, Elaina Panknin,
Rich Nelson, Holly Pederson, Howard Yeoman
ALTAR GUILD
8:00am Jane Guberud, Kathy Chabino
10:30am Cindy Green, Deb Kazmierski
AUDIO/VISUAL MINISTRY
Doug Lind
Please note: The office of Lutheran Church of Hope will be closed on
Easter Monday and Easter Tuesday, April 6 and 7. Thank you.
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Easter lilies have been given to the glory of God by:
Bob and Dianne Ambrosio in memory of Viola and Lloyd Kramer and Terry Beck
Shannon and Dawn Ambrosio in memory of their grandmothers, Marjorie Wagner
and Viola Kramer
Jon and Crystal Anzulewicz in memory of their sweet little angel, Jonathan Marek
Lee and Kay Backstrom in memory of Lawrence Drabbels and Linnier Backstrom
Jetta Baker in memory of her mother, Ora Groff
Matt, Juli, Henry and Bradyn Bassman in memory of Andrew Bodenbender
Tim and Kim Beedle in memory of Judy Jenson and Ron Beedle
David Borreson in memory of his son, Joel Borreson
John and Beth Bosio in memory of Angeline Bosio and Maybelle Runkle
Christensen Family in honor of Hannah’s first communion
Mark and Terri Cooper in honor of Spencer and Grace
Thelma Diedrichs in honor of family and friends
Kim Dziagwa in honor of the upcoming birth of Matt Eggen’s niece
Arley Engelsgaard in memory of his wife, Arlene, and his daughter, Norma
The Gardalen family in memory of dad and mom, Lloyd and Leona Gardalen
Art and Linda Gercken in memory of Elizabeth Gercken and Ruby DuBoise
Cindy Green in memory of Eunice Warner and Lillian David
The Hohensee family in memory of Kim’s parents, Ronnie and Pearl Oleson;
Jay’s grandmother, Reka Peters; and Jay’s father, Lowell “Bud” Hohensee
Anna Jordan-Helser in memory of her parents, Armin and Nadine Frerking
The Kaiser Family in memory of George A. Runstrom and William O. Kaiser
Mary Kennedy in honor of her grandmother, Mary Frances Tank, and
Great aunt, Marilyn Kennedy
Patricia Kennedy in honor of her grandchildren and Sister Marilyn Kennedy
Jana and Emma Loest in memory of grandparents and great grandparents, Flora, Harry,
Pearl, Woodrow, Kae & Kent, Toni & Roy, Dorothy & Bill, Roy’s parents,
and the Keenan family
Pastor Scott and Jen McAnally in honor of their children, Stephen and Jacob;
in honor of their parents; in memory of Scott’s father, Stephen McAnally,
and stepfather, Vance Meyer
Sandy and Dave McWilliams
Randy Mensing in memory of his wife, Jackie
Becky Nyby in honor of Betty Nyby, The Hanes Family, and the Doyle Family
Elaina Panknin
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Julie, McKenna, and Michael Papacek: Happy Easter Colleen Papacek,
Happy Easter Mom (Leona) and Dad (Lloyd) Gardalen
Holly Pederson and Howard Yeoman in honor of their parents and their son
Frank and Jaylene Rich in memory of Pete Rich and in celebration of Elaine Rich
Tom and Kathy Schiola
Julie Simons in honor of Lillian Simons and in memory of Jim Simons
Terry and Sue Terrill in memory of Tommy Terrill, LaVerne Anderson, and Janice Terrill
Mark and Pat Thomas in memory of their parents and brother
Ken and Marlys Thurow
Harvey and Lynn Ulmer
Joe and Judy Vialpando in memory and honor of their parents, Jose and Cordelia Vialpando
and John David and Mary Frances Tank
Vera (Petey) Webster in honor of her mom, Vera Webster
Mary Wilkins in memory of Zebbie Mosley
Brannon and Kim Winn in memory of Karren Junkunc and Mary Rock
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