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Palm Sunday
- April 2, 2023
- Hybrid Sunday Worship
- 10am in the Sanctuary
- Continue scrolling for the bulletin or view the printed version.
Order of Worship
| Processional Prelude “Hosanna, Hosanna” by Cathy Townley Kathy Onishi |
| Welcome of Grace and Greeting Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Call to Worship Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn |
| Opening Hymn “All Glory, Laud and Honor” (UMH #280, verses 1-4) Eugene and Kathy Onishi |
| Opening Prayer Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn |
| Scripture Reading Matthew 21:1-11 (NRSVUE) Rev. Dr. Mark C. Hearn & Tsutomu Nagoya |
| Children’s Message Rev. Mia MiKyung Park |
| Special Music “Triumphal Entry” By Patti Drennan and J. Paul Williams Blaine Memorial Choir |
| Sermon “Where Are You Headed?” Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Special Music “Hosanna” Lawrence Paltep, Lynne Onishi, Isabella Tinte (Beacon UMC) and Ryland Fernandez (Sacramento Japanese UMC) |
| Holy Communion Revs. Karen, Mia, Jeney and Mark |
| Special Music “At This Table” By Idina Menzel and Jonas Myrin Marina Kozu |
| Introduction to the Offering Rev. Mia MiKyung Park |
| Doxology “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” Kathy Onishi |
| Prayer of Dedication Rev. Mia MiKyung Park |
| Announcements Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Closing Hymn “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna” (UMH #278) Eugene and Kathy Onishi |
| Benediction Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Postlude “Awesome God” by Rich Mullins Kathy Onishi |
| Passing of the Peace Rev. Karen Yokota Love |
| Zoom Break Out Room Rev. Dr. Jeney Park-Hearn |
Sermon Reflection Questions
1. Imagine you are one of the disciples. You know all the threats mounting against Jesus; you know that the religious leaders are conspiring against him. As Jesus openly enters the city with a public procession, how do you feel? What do you fear?
2. The proclamation, “Hosanna,” is a Hebrew imperative that was initially a cry for help, meaning, “Save us!” Over time, it was used liturgically in Psalm 118 as an expression of praise and adoration. Psalm 118 was sung at the Feast of Tabernacles, which was associated with palm branches. The crowd is described as shouting, or more accurately, “crying out.” Therefore, the tone of the parade is nuanced and complex. Some cry out with desperation. Some shout with adoration and praise. Some are there for the Festival of Passover and participate in the liturgical procession without giving it much thought at all. Some are threatened and afraid.
Imagine the confusion and chaos of this scene. How would you find your way through the crowd?
Upcoming Lectionary Scriptures
| Monday 4/3 | Isaiah 42:1-9 Psalm 36:5-11 Hebrews 9:11-15 John 12:1-11 |
| Tuesday 4/4 | Isaiah 49:1-7 Psalm 71:1-14 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 John 12:20-36 |
| Wednesday 4/5 | Isaiah 50:4-9a Psalm 70 Hebrews 12:1-3 John 13:21-32 |
| Thursday 4/6 | Exodus 12:1-4, (5-10), 11-14 Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 John 13:1-17, 31b-35 |
| Friday 4/7 | Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Psalm 22 Hebrews 10:16-25 or Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9 John 18:1-19:42 |
| Saturday 4/8 | Job 14:1-14 or Lamentations 3:1-9, 19-24 Psalm 31:1-4, 15-16 1 Peter 4:1-8 Matthew 27:57-66 or John 19:38-42 |
Announcements
Easter Cards Sale!
Today
The B.Y.G. continues fund raising today, during fellowship hour. Easter cards designed by Ally S. Each set of cards comes with 5 unique designs and 5 envelopes. Sets are $10. Proceeds will go to our Youth Camping Ministries Fund, to help our youth/leaders to attend Junior High Camp and Asian American
Blaine Cookbook needs your recipes!
Due May 31
Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church will release a 120th Anniversary Edition of “Let’s Dine!”, the latest in a series of cookbooks produced by Blaine Memorial over the past 70 years. This cookbook will commemorate the 120th Anniversary of Blaine Memorial, with a scheduled release of January 2024. We are seeking submissions for the 2024 cookbook and are calling on you to contribute! Scan the QR code to visit blaineonline.org for more information.
Summer Camps & VBS 2023!
See Dates
This summer’s Camping Ministries and Vacation Bible School schedules are out! Please save the dates for your children and youth!
| June 25-30 | Jr/High Camp (for incoming 6th-9th graders) |
| July 10-14 | Vacation Bible School, 10am-3pm |
| July 23-28 | Asian Camp (for incoming 10th grade-2 yrs. post-HS) |
Wednesday Coffee & Prayer
April 5 • 9am on Zoom
Please join Rev. Karen for a time of meditation and prayer on Wednesday, 9am. A few Lenten devotionals will be read. Brew a fresh cup of coffee or steep some tea. This is a great opportunity to pause in the middle of the week to check in with others. The Zoom link will be sent out prior to gathering on Tuesday.
Chips, Savory Items Needed!
Thank you all for generously donating sweet and savory treats for post-worship fellowship time. If you are able to provide individually wrapped bags of chips (potato chips, Doritos, Cheetos etc.) that would be appreciated. Please drop off your donations to the Narthex, Church Office or Social Hall when convenient either on Sunday or during Church Office Hours (Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm). If you are interested in helping serve refreshments on Sundays after worship, please contact Julie Lock at: jtlock00@gmail.com.
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