Introit Alleluia, by Boyce Call to Worship Organ Hymn 435 Jesus Christ is Risen Today, Alleluia Praise Band Hymn 439 See what a morning Welcome & Announcements Prayer of Adoration & Confession Childrens’ Address Praise 145(JP) Jubilate, Everybody (Following the song Little Fishes is available for children aged between 0 – 3 years old. Little Fishes is supervised so parents may return into the church service) Gospel Acclamations Lesson Luke 24.1-12 Gospel Acclamations Prayers for Others Anthem This joyful Eastertide, Dutch arr Ledger Address The King’s Surprise : Rev Dr Gordon Campbell Offering - Please stand as the Stewards bring the offering forward Prayer of Dedication Affirmation of Faith The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Call to Communion Praise Band Behold the Lamb (Getty/Townend) Beginning with verse 1, this communion hymn will punctuate the Supper Words of Institution Thanksgiving & Lord’s Prayer Agnus Dei Distribution Peace Easter Dismissal Hymn 442 Thine be the Glory Benediction Organ Postlude Paraphrase on the me from Juda Maccabaeus, Guilmant

At the end of the Service please join us for coffee/tea at the back of the church. If you are visiting Fisherwick for the first time please introduce yourself to our ministers, Rev Dr Gordon Campbell, Rev Gary McDowell, Rev Barry McCroskery or any member of the congregation.

PRAYING THROUGH OUR VACANCY: a handy guide and prayer card (available at the back of church)

May we therefore invite you to continue to pray for God’s leading and guiding in the congregation’s life. The following are some suggestions:

• Pray for the person whom God is already equipping and preparing to serve as Fisherwick’s next lead minister.

• Pray for the congregation’s on-going worship, fellowship and outreach and for implementation of the first part of Fisherwick’s Strategic Plan (2013-18).

• Pray that every Church member will play their indispensable part in Fisherwick’s common life, as health and opportunity permit.

• Pray for wisdom for the Convener and Kirk Session as they continue leading the congregation through the process which will culminate in the call of a new minister.

Prayer Ministry Members of the Church’s Prayer Ministry Team are available in the Prayer Chapel following morning worship for anyone who would like people to pray for them. Prayer is available to everyone whether you are a church member or not. Today THERE IS NO SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE TONIGHT

Sunday 27th April Sunday Morning Worship starts at 11.00am and Rev Dr Harry Uprichard will lead the service. Sunday Night Live starts at 7.00pm and Rev Barry McCroskery will begin a new short series entitled “Caring for One Another in Christ”.

PRAYERS FOR OTHERS Prayer for people This week please pray for those in our congregation family who are in hospital, or in need of prayer. Especially Robert, Diana, Bob, Gordon, Sally, Margery, Eileen and Miriam. Prayer for others FEBA (Far East Broadcasting Associates)

William Mateer, FEBA Ireland Ambassador, writes: “As we celebrate Easter, let us think and pray for our brothers and sisters across the world as we join together rejoicing in the risen Saviour” Africa: Pray for the people of South Sudan where Feba broadcast to three particular tribal groups, giving thanks for the opportunity to share the Gospel with these oral speakers using shortwave radio, and for their commitment to following Jesus in difficult circumstances. Pray that the programmes would bring encouragement and healing to a divided society following recent tribal unrest. Asia: Pray for listeners in India and Afghanistan during this election time asking God to encourage them with the truth of the Gospel, during what is a lengthy period of uncertainty, and with the knowledge that fellow believers across the world are interceding for them over the Easter season. Pray that they would be blessed as they tune into Feba’s broadcasts. Middle East: Pray for the people of Syria and Egypt that Feba’s programmes telling the Easter story would encourage them. Pray that the peace of God would reach into places of hatred and distrust, that many would be able to worship in spirit and truth and that the believers in these countries may be a witness to their neighbours as God would have them be.

CHURCH NOTICES Monday 21st – Friday 25th April The Church and Church Halls will be closed during this period, however you can ring the church office on 02890 666683 in the case of a pastoral emergency and leave a message as the phone will be checked on a daily basis. SMALL GROUPS For information about Small Groups in Fisherwick check out the information boards beside the Coffee Bar, the website or contact the Church Office. The Small group Co-Ordinators are Peter and Linda Little. LITTLE FISHES Little Fishes is in the parlour. It is a place for parents to leave their babies and toddlers during the church service. There are supervised activities, toys and a snack time. There is also a designated baby area with a protective screen with a crèche leader supervising. The co-ordinator is Lynne Guiney. Rota below: 27/04/14 Peter Cowan Hazel Cowan Raing McCullagh 04/05/14 Peter Cowan Hazel Cowan Raing McCullagh 11/05/14 Kathryn Ward Mark Ward Alex Cameron 18/05/14 Kathryn Ward Mark Ward Alex Cameron 25/05/14 Alice McClure Rick McClure Lucy Armstrong FISHERWICK SKI CLUB The ski trip this year will be to the picturesque town of Folgaria, high in the Dolomites in Northern Italy. The trip will depart on Saturday 27th December for 7 nights and will return on Saturday 3rd January 2015. Accommodation will be on a half-board basis in the 3" Hotel Irma, just a short distance from the slopes. This trip is open to all ages and abilities and there are activities available for non skiers. Deposits are now being taken, so for further information speak to David McCalmont or e mail david.mccalmont@ntlworld.com for the information leaflet. Please support the Christian Aid Teams in Belfast Marathon Mervyn & Raing McCullagh and Peter Scullion running as members of Christian Aid Board and Staff teams in this year's Belfast Marathon. They are trying to raise as much money as possible to help Christian Aid's work to eradicate poverty in some of the world’s poorest communities in around 50 countries. They would be really grateful for your support. If you are interested in sponsoring them please contact them after the service or email mervyn@irishchurches.org

Do you have “Tea China” you are not using? The church is currently looking for donations of Tea sets, Cake Stands for use at church events. If you have some you are not using and would like to donate to the church, please speak to Jean Liggett. You can also contact Jean at rjliggett@hotmail.co.uk or 02890 660356. Leading Prayers and Reading Scripture If you would like to participate in a service by leading prayers or reading scripture please speak to Gary McDowell or Barry McCroskery. You can also email gary@fisherwick.net and barry@fisherwick.net. CHRISTIAN AID WEEK Peter Lindsay is looking for collectors for Christian Aid Week This year’s collection takes place from 11th – 17th May. To assist please speak to Peter today. He has different areas for collection so your help will be greatly appreciated.

SPONSORED ABSEIL at the EUROPA 27TH APRIL

Maggi Pielou The Mayor of Belfast has invited BELFAST COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR to visit New York to present our special kind of JOY at the ‘New York, New Belfast’ conference at the end of May. There is a jam-packed schedule of engagements including church services in Harlem &

Brooklyn. I think this is such a terrific opportunity to sing our joyful Gospel music and show a really positive image of Belfast so please help to raise funds for the choir by sponsoring

me for the abseil. Thank you, Maggi Pielou

Fisherwick  Presbyterian  Women    

invite  you  to  a      

COFFEE  MORNING  AND  SALE    

in  aid  of  PW  Funds  for  Home  and  Overseas  Missions    

on    

SATURDAY  10TH  MAY  2014    

in  Fisherwick  Presbyterian  Church  Halls  Chlorine  Gardens,  Belfast.  

 10.00  am    -­‐    12.00  noon  

   

There  will  be  a  wide  variety  of  stalls  selling  plants,  fruit,  vegetables,  cakes,  books,  homemade  chutneys  and  jams,  freshly  made  pancakes,  jewellery,  toys,  games  and,  of  course,  the  ever  

popular  ‘White  Elephant’  stall.    

 Entrance  Fee  £3.00  

(this  includes  coffee/tea  and  tray  bakes)      

FISHERWICK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Address 4 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DJ Telephone 02890 666683

Email office@fisherwick.net Web www.fisherwick.net