Peachtree Road
United Methodist Church
March 29, 2015
The Passion of the Lord: Palm Sunday
Lent is a season of forty days, not counting Sundays, which begins on Ash Wednesday
and ends on Holy Saturday. Lent comes from the Anglo-Saxon word lencten, which
means “spring.” The season is a preparation for celebrating Easter. Historically,
Lent began as a period of fasting and preparation for baptism by converts and then
became a time for penance by all Christians. Because Sundays are always little Easters,
the penitential spirit of Lent should be tempered with joyful expectation of the
Resurrection. Paraments, stoles and banners are purple and ash colors symbolizing
penitence and royalty.
-Adapted from the United Methodist Book of Worship, published by The United Methodist
Publishing House, Nashville, Tennessee, 1992.
Peachtree Road United Methodist Church
3180 Peachtree Road Northwest . Atlanta, Georgia 30305 . www . prumc . org
Main / 404 . 266 . 2373 . Pastoral Care Emergency / 404 . 419 . 7591
Morning Worship
March 29, 2015 . 8:45 & 11:15 am
the gathering
Carillon Prelude
Pie Jesu
Sally Westmoreland, carilloneur
John Rutter
(b. 1945)
The Great Litany in Procession for Palm Sunday (10:55 am)
† The procession arrives at the door to the nave.
† At the sound of the bells, please prepare
your hearts and minds for worship.
The Blessing of the Palms
Minister: The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Minister: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People: It is right to give God thanks and praise.
Minister: Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.
People: Hosanna in the highest!
Praise and Thanksgiving
At the Great Procession,*
Hymn 280
Invocation*
Ritual of Christian Fellowship*
† The people are seated.
**
All Glory, Laud, and Honor
St. Theodulph
Ministry of Music
Lo, He Comes
John D. Horman
(Twentieth Century)
Lo, he comes! Sing we “Hosanna!” Lo, he comes, let us sing to the Lord! Enter his
gates with shouts of thanksgiving, into his courts with songs of praise. Come, let
us march in glad procession. Loud Hosannas now we raise. Open your heart and
welcome the Savior. Join with the song that has no end. This is the day for which we
have waited; the coming of our Lord is surely at hand.
Combined Children’s Choirs
Reception of New Members
Concerns and Celebrations of the Congregation
We welcome each of you to this service! Please register your attendance on the
Ritual of Christian Fellowship. Let us know if you are new, would like to become a
member or are interested in more information about Peachtree Road. We pray that
this time together will be a blessing in your life.
Pastoral Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer
proClamation of the word
At the Offertory,*
Hymn 160 Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart
(stanzas one, two and five)
Marion
Prayer*
Anthem Hosanna to the Son of David
Daniel Moe
(1926-2012)
Hosanna to the Son of David. Blessed is He that cometh in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
St. Matthew 21:9
The Parish Choir and Doxology
At the Presentation,*
Hymn 95
Tune: Old Hundredth
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 Gospel Lesson*
Mark 1:1-11
† following the reading
Minister
The Gospel of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God!
Service: Leading by Serving
Sermon
Response to the word
Invitation to Christian Discipleship
At the Invitation,*
Hymn 278
Hosanna, Loud Hosanna
Ellacombe
Benediction*
Response*
Tune: Hamburg
When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died, my richest gain
I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride.
Choir and Congregation
sending forth
† There will be no concluding voluntary;
The people are asked to leave the church in an attitude of prayer.
* Stand as you are able.
** Ushers will seat all those who are waiting.
Please turn off all pagers, cellular phones and similar devices while in the Sanctuary.
Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available in the Narthex from any member of our
usher team.
Following the service, Stephen Ministers are available in the chapel for prayer and support.
The crosses given out today are made in villages near Masai, Tanzania, as a cottage industry done
by subsistence farmers and their families at home or while guarding the cashew crop from baboons.
Beyond use on Palm Sunday, the crosses can be used as bookmarks and shared as reminders of this
sacred season. Proceeds from the sale of the palm crosses are returned to these people in the form of
non-denominational, self-help grants for meeting basic needs through African Palms USA.
The Flowers on the Altar are Given to the Glory of God
In Celebration of the Wedding of: Ansley Wright and George Jackson.
If you would like to place flowers on the altar in honor or in memory of someone, please contact Linda Schutte
at 770.329.2075.
Preaching:
Rev. Bill Britt, Senior Minister
Mark 1:1-11
Liturgists:
Rev. Julie Wright, Associate Minister, Rev. Karla Otroszko Daniel, Associate Minister,
Rev. Jamie Jenkins, Minister of Visitation, Mimi Brunson, Director of Evangelism,
Beth Spencer, Director of Lay Volunteer Service and Local Outreach, Rev. Leslie Lyons
Watkins, Associate Minister
Music:
Scott Atchison, Director of Music and Organist; Nicole Marane, Associate Director
of Music and Associate Organist; Kathy Fletcher, Director of Youth and Children’s
Music; William Fowler, Associate Musician; Jo Grodzicki, Music Associate, Sally
Westmoreland, Music Associate, The Parish Choir; Doxology; Celebration Singers;
Covenant Choir; Carol Choir; Cherub Choir; Peachtree Carillon
Holy Communion
Moore Chapel
Rev. Darren Hensley, Deacon
Leslie Boyette, Guest Organist
New Traditions
Heritage Hall
Rev. Thomas Martin,
Associate Minister
Sundays @ 5
Moore Chapel
Rev. Bill Britt, Senior Minister
Dakin Andone, Worship Leader
Announcements . March 29, 2015
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Today at PRUMC
Holy Week
Palm Sunday and Easter Flowers
Please use the envelope in today’s bulletin to
make a donation in honor or memory of a loved
one toward the beautiful palms and flowers that
decorate our sanctuary during the Lenten and
Easter season.
Holy Week Labyrinth
March 30 - April 2, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm, Rotunda
Quietly reflect on the events of Holy Week as you
walk the labyrinth in the Rotunda.
Pie Pick-Up Next to Coffee Bar
Today, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm, Grace Hall
If you ordered a delicious Darden’s Delights pie as
part of our fundraiser for Doxology, you may pick
up your order near the coffee bar in Grace Hall.
Palm Sunday Luncheon
Today, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, Grace Hall
Enjoy a wonderful spring luncheon with your
church family! Baked ham, macaroni and cheese,
deviled eggs, green salad, rolls, dessert. $9 / $5 /
$25 family.
Dogwood Shop Now Open
Today, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Great gifts for Easter, Mother’s Day, graduation,
christenings and weddings. We have a great new
selection of jewelry, garden items, gifts, books,
and unique decor. Proceeds benefit PRUMC global
missions. Our hours are:
Sundays, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Mondays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesdays, 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Coro Vocati Concert
Today, 5:00 pm, Sanctuary
Coro Vocati is a group of professional singers based
in Atlanta, called to create music at the highest
level of choral artistry. They will present a concert
entitled “Doors” with works by Barnum, Organ,
MacMillan, Redford and more. John Dickson,
conductor. Suggested donation $10.
Prayer
Holy Week Midday Services
Monday, March 30 - Thursday, April 2
12:05 pm Service in Moore Chapel
12:35 pm Lunch in Grace Hall
Mon Julie Wright / Paul Sewell
Tue Leslie Watkins / NancyMize Gonzalez
Wed Jamie Jenkins / Clarke Harris
Thu Darren Hensley / Tyrone Webb
Menus will include sandwiches, salads and potato
bar. Details at www.prumc.org/food.
Maundy Thursday Choral Eucharist
Thursday, April 2, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary
Requiem, Opus 9 (Maurice Duruflé). Chancel Choir
with Orchestra, Scott H. Atchison, conducting.
Nicole Marane, organ. Bill Britt preaching.
Good Friday Community Worship
Friday, April 3, 12:00 pm, Wieuca Rd Baptist Church
Father Frank McNamee of Christ the King preaching.
The service will be webcast live at www.wieuca.org
Easter
Easter Day Worship
Sunday, April 5, 2015
6:30 am Sunrise Service
Join us in the Columbarium for the Great Vigil.
+ Kindling of the New Fire
+ Lighting of the Paschal Candle
+ Procession and First Service of the Resurrection
8:15, 9:45 and 11:15 am Festival Worship
Festival worship celebrating the Resurrection of
our Lord, Jesus Christ. The Chancel Choir, Atlanta
Brassworks, the Peachtree Carillon & Great
Organ. Rev. Bill Britt preaching.
Women’s Prayer Vigil
Good Friday - Easter Sunday, (April 3, 4, 5)
Keep vigil with us in your own home. Schedule
your hour of prayer at www.prumc.org/register. A
guided meditation will be provided.
Easter Cross of Flowers
Join in a beautiful tradition and bring flowers and
branches to decorate our Easter Cross of Flowers
on the front lawn of the church Easter Sunday.
Spring Intercessory Prayer Ministry
April 13 to June 3, 2015
Spend a weekly hour in prayer for others. Contact
Sonya at 404.240.8223 or [email protected].
Easter Breakfast
Sunday, April 5, 7:00 am, Grace Hall
Enjoy delicious food and fellowship after our
sunrise service and before festival worship!
Children & Families
Young Adults
Family Lenten Journey
Wednesday, April 1, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Grace Hall
Journey through the events of Holy Week with
Jesus. Make your Seder dinner reservation at
www.prumc.org/register.
SPM/ Young Adult Easter Celebration
Sunday, April 5, 10:00 - 11:00 am, C210
Join your friends from Young Professionals and
Cornerstone Sunday school classes for coffee,
pastries and reflections on Easter. Guests welcome!
Children’s Easter Egg Hunt Returns to the Hill’s!
Saturday, April 4, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 4950 Jett Rd
Hunts, pony rides, astrojumps & the Easter Bunny!
Bring your basket and join us at the Hill’s.
Atlanta Food Bank - 20 Volunteers Needed!
Thursday, April 23, 6:00 pm, 732 Joseph E Lowery
Join your friends to help out at the Food Bank.
Volunteer at www.prumc.org/register.
Easter Nursery Volunteers Needed
Extend our hospitality to our many young visitors!
To help in the nursery please contact Jordan Black
at 404.240.8255 or [email protected].
50 Plus
The Preschool Carnival Caper
Saturday, April 18, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, PRUMC
Games, crafts and plenty of food and fun!
Baby Day is April 19!
If you have welcomed a new baby into your family
between 3/1/14 and 2/28/15 visit www.prumc.org/
register to RSVP for presentation and brunch.
UMKF - Grand Finale and 5th Grade Celebration
Sunday, April 26, 5:00 - 6:30 pm, Heritage Hall
For 3rd, 4th and 5th graders. $10 includes Taco
Dinner. RSVP at www.prumc.org/register.
Now Registering for Summer Camps
Visit www.prumc.org/register for:
Mission Camp - June 8-10, 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
Children (completed K-5th) and their parents.
VBS - June 22-25, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Children (4 yrs as of 6/1/15 - 4th grade) sing, craft,
share and play! 5th grade can be Youth helpers.
Choir Camp - August 3 - 7, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Children age 4 (by Sept. 1).
Students & Confirmation
Student Retreats April 18 - 19
The guys are heading to Burge Plantation and the
girls to Camp Skyline! Complete details and forms
can be found at www.prumc.org/register.
Confirmation Sunday
Sunday, April 26, 8:45 & 11:15 am
Reserved pews for parents and family. RSVP for a
special brunch at www.prumc.org/register.
Summer Mission Trip Registration
Detailed packets and registration available in the
Youth Lounge and online at www.prumc.org for:
High School Trip: June 14 - 21, Nicaragua
Middle School Trip: July 12 - 18, Asheville, NC
Seasoned Saints
Wednesdays, 12:00 pm Lunch, 1:00 pm Program
Apr 1 Holy Week - No Seasoned Saints
Apr 8 Easter Bingo
Apr 15 Service Project
Trip to Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw
Tuesday, April 28, 9:30 am departure
Art, history and horticulture come together! $25/
person includes tour, lunch and transportation.
Pastoral Care
Movers and Shakers Parkinson’s Support Group
Second Wednesdays, 12:00 pm, B152
Contact Sherry Wright at 404.842.1016 or
[email protected].
Caregiver Support Group
Third Tuesdays, 2:00 - 3:00 pm, C101
For loved ones of people with dementia. Contact
Kathy King at [email protected].
Global Missions
If you are interested in joining one of our teams
on an upcoming trip, contact Anne French at
404.240.8205 or [email protected]. Both teams will
work with underprivileged children and improve
living conditions for the people of each country.
April 2015
Nicaragua Mission
May 2015
Georgia Mission (3 options)
Children & Youth Music
Children’s Musical: 100% Chance of Rain
Saturday, April 25, 6:00 pm, Grace Hall
Doxology Concert: Make a Joyful Noise
Sunday, May 10, 10:00 am, Grace Hall
Welcome!
Welcome to Peachtree Road United Methodist
Thank you for worshiping with us today! We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in our
worship, program and service life here at Peachtree Road. Our hope is to make a warm, caring community that you
can call home. To keep up with PRUMC events, services and more we invite you to visit us at www.prumc.org, find
us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. You may also sign up to receive our weekly E.newsletter by using the red
pads in the pews.
Calendar
Come Worship
Today
11:00 am
5:00 pm
Palm Sunday
Congregational Luncheon
Coro Vocati Concert
Mar 30
6:30 pm
Prayer Bead Workshop
Mar 30 - Apr 2
12:05 pm
12:35 pm
Holy Week
Chapel Service
Lunch
Apr 1
5:30 pm
Family Lenten Journey
Apr 2
7:00 pm
Maundy Thursday
Choral Eucharist
Apr 3
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Good Friday
Good Friday Community Worship
Church Closing early
Women’s Prayer Vigil Begins
Apr 4
10:00 am
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 5
6:30 am
7:00 am
8:15 am
9:45 am
10:00 am
11:15 am
2:00 pm
EASTER DAY
Sunrise Service
Congregational Breakfast
Festival Worship in Sanctuary
Festival Worship in Sanctuary
Young Adult Easter
Worship in Sanctuary
Church Closing early
Try one of our many worship offerings! The hour
you spend here will help you refocus and refresh
your faith, which will carry you through the week!
8:45 am
Traditional Worship
9:00 am
Holy Communion
11:15 am
Traditional Worship
11:15 am
New Traditions
Worship & Praise
11:15 am
Sundays @ 5
5:00 pm
If You Are New
Childcare is available in our nursery for children
ages 6 weeks to 2 years each Sunday.
Education for all ages is held at 10:00 am each
Sunday. Please ask an ambassador for more
information.
The Choir always welcomes new members! Contact
Scott Atchison at [email protected].
Visitor and New Member Orientation
Sundays, April 19, 26 & May 3, 10:00 am
Are you visiting or new to Peachtree Road? We invite
you to attend our Winter Orientation Classes to learn
more about our church campus, congregation and
community. To learn more, please contact Mimi
Brunson at 404.240.8221 or [email protected].
Joining Peachtree Road
New Members are welcomed into the congregation during our Sunday morning worship services, at 8:45 or
11:15 am. You may:
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Transfer from another Methodist church
Transfer from another denomination
Join for the first time on Confession of Faith
For more information please contact Mimi Brunson at 404.240.8221 or [email protected].