Easter Sunday Worship April 9, 2023 10:00AM

Greater Framingham Community Church

An Extended Christian Family

 

                                           Church Theme:                                          

“Year of Miraculous Outpouring & Majestic Praise”

Exodus 15:6, 11

 

 

 

Sunday, April 9, 2023 ♦ 10:00 am

 

 

Franklin and Park Streets, PO Box 629

Framingham, MA 01704

Rev. Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd, Pastor

janthonylloyd@gmail.com

 

Church Office (508) 626-2118 ♦ Internet: www.gfccnet.org

 

 

Please Note: All services are videotaped\livestreamed, which means the camera spans the congregation at times, and you may be on the screen.

 

Worship and celebration

 

LIVESTREAMED: www.gfccnet.org/live

 

✝Prelude……….………..................................................... Mass Choir

 

 

We Worship Through Praise                         Brother David Coleman

 

 

 

 ✝ Praise Choruses............................................................. Mass Choir

 

Christ The Lord Is Risen Today

High Praise

O Come Let Us Adore Him

 

 

We Worship Through the Word

Scripture...............................Luke 24:1-12.............Deacon Gloria Will

 

We Worship Through the Preached Word

Praise Selection.......... How Great Is Our God..................... Mass Choir

Sermon………………………………….....Rev. Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd

 

We Worship Through Prayer     

Invitation to Christian Discipleship  

Praise Selection............... Because He Lives......................... Mass Choir

 

We Worship in Response to Hearing the Word

Tithes & Offerings: (Please make your donations when entering or exiting the church service. An "Offering Container" is provided in the Narthex.)

 

Praise Selection............. The Blood Still Works................. Mass Choir

 

      

✝Benediction

 

 

PLEASE TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES DURING WORSHIP SERVICE

 

 

✝Standing Please

 

Praise Selection

 

 

 

CHRIST THE LORD IS RISEN TODAY

 

Christ the Lord is risen today, Alleluia!
Earth and heaven in chorus say, Alleluia!
Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia!
Sing, ye heavens, and earth reply, Alleluia!

 

Lives again our glorious King, Alleluia!
Where, O death, is now thy sting? Alleluia!
Once he died our souls to save, Alleluia!
Where's thy victory, boasting grave? Alleluia!

 

Love's redeeming work is done, Alleluia!
Fought the fight, the battle won, Alleluia!
Death in vain forbids him rise, Alleluia!
Christ has opened paradise, Alleluia!

 

Soar we now where Christ has led, Alleluia!
Following our exalted Head, Alleluia!
Made like him, like him we rise, Alleluia!
Ours the cross, the grave, the skies, Alleluia!

 

HIGH PRAISE 

 

The Lord is high above the heavens
And His glory above the nations
(2x)

Give God the highest praise
Acknowledge Him always
And all the people say
Halle, Halle, Hallelujah

Hallelujah! 

 

O COME LET US ADORE HIM

O come let us adore Him 

O come let us adore Him 

O come let us adore Him  

Christ the Lord 

 

For He alone is worthy . . . 

For He alone can save you . . . 

 

O how I love my Jesus . . . 

 

HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD

 

The splendor of a King closed in majesty 

Let all the earth rejoice, let all the earth rejoice 

He wraps Himself in light, and darkness tries to hide 

And trembles at His voice, trembles at His voice 

 

How great is our God 

Sing with me how great is our God 

And all will see how great,  

How great is our God 

 

Age to age He stands and time is in His hands
Beginning and the end, beginning and the end 

The Godhead Three in One, Father, Spirit, Son
The Lion and the Lamb, the Lion and the Lamb 

 

You’re the name above all names 

You are worthy of all praise 

And my heart will sing 

How great is our God 

 

BECAUSE HE LIVES

 

God sent His son, they called Him Jesus

He came to love, heal and forgive

He lived and died to buy my pardon

An empty grave is there to prove my savior lives

 

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Because He lives, all fear is gone

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living, just because He lives

 

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

And feel the pride and joy He gives

But greater still the calm assurance

This child can face uncertain day, because He lives

 

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Because He lives, all fear is gone

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living, just because He lives

 

And then one day, I'll cross the river

I'll fight life's final war with pain

And then, as death gives way to victory

I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know He reigns

 

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Because He lives, all fear is gone

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living, just because He lives

 

THE BLOOD STILL WORKS

 

The blood still works!

The blood still works!

The blood still works!

The blood still works!

It will never, never, never lose its power.

The blood still works!

I know it works 'cause it saved me.

I know it works 'cause it raised me.

I know it works 'cause it healed me.

I know it works 'cause it filled me.

It will never, never, never lose its power.

The blood still works!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Church Theme 2023

 

“Year of Miraculous Outpouring & Majestic Praise”

Exodus 15:6 , 11; Psalm 8:1; Psalm 29:4; Psalm 111:3; 2 Peter 1:17; Psalm 77:4

Matthew 11:20-2; Acts 19:11; Acts 12:28; 1 Corinthians 12:28; Hebrews 2:4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

God is doing a new thing and taking us to a new level. He calls us to seek Him and will do miracles in our midst. This year we are praying for miracles in our lives, the lives of our families, and our Church family. As we pray and seek His face, we are going to give God Majestic Praise along the way. The songwriters said: I seek a miracle every day and I just want to Praise Him.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GIVING STATEMENTS FOR 2022

2022 Giving statements have been emailed to individuals.

If you have not received yours please reach out to the Central Office at 508-626-2118 and leave your email address and it will be sent to you.

Thank you for your faithful stewardship.

 

 

MONDAY MORNINGS WITH THE PASTOR

 

We invite you to join us for Early Morning Prayer with the Pastor

at 8:00 am on Monday mornings.

 

Prayer Line: 1-605-313-4818

Access Code: 702588#.

 

 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY

We invite you to join our Wednesday Night

Prayer Meeting and Bible Study.

 

Prayer Meeting: 7:00-7:30 pm

Prayer Line: 1-605-313-4818

Access Code: 702588#

 

Also, join us for Bible Study at 7:30 pm on Zoom. You can find the Zoom link on the church website: www.gfccnet.org.

 

We will study from the book of Samuel 15.

 

 

THURSDAY MORNING PRAYER

 

If you would like to be a part of a Morning Prayer group, you can do so by dialing in to pray or request prayer. The line opens from 5:30 am to 7:15am. 

Prayer line: is 605-313-4818

Access Code: 702588#

 

 

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

 

The New Topic of study is First Corinthians. We continue to meet on Thursday evenings for one hour at 7:00 PM. We use Google Meets and the phone connection to refresh the platform information. Video conferencing is available. 

 

Phone: 605-313-4818       PIN: 702588#.

 

 

MEN'S BIBLE STUDY via IN-PERSON & ZOOM

                      

 

Men's Bible Study has resumed on Saturdays at 8:30 am

in the Fellowship Hall and by Zoom.

 

Topic: MCF Bible Study

 

You can find the Zoom link on the church website: www.gfccnet.org

 

 

                                             

 

 

 

VOLUNTEERS-KITCHEN MINISTRY

 

 

Are you interested in being part of the Kitchen Ministry?  The Kitchen Ministry is looking for new members to join the committee to support the Monthly Second Sunday Dinners and weekly Ministry Coffee Hour after service.

 

Please reach out to Kendra Martin: kendrasmartin@gmail.com or text at 617-981-0660 with any interest in joining the Kitchen Ministry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GFCC AFTER CHURCH COFFEE FELLOWSHIP

On Sunday, April 16th, 2023 immediately after service, our first Fellowship, hosted by Deacon Ministry will take place in the fellowship hall.

 

This is a time to mingle, meet other church members, make new friends in the church, and enjoy coffee\tea and pastries.

 

Join us after church!

 

See you all!

 

      VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 

          

The next packing session will take place at Greater Framingham Community Church on Friday, April 14th at 1:30 pm, and distribution help on Saturday, April 15th at 9:00 am. We need volunteers for 1½ hours each day to help provide food for 90 families.

 

To sign up, please reach out to the Central Office at 508-626-2118

 or Linda James at 508-788-0611.

 

 

SUPPORT FOR THE VICTIMS OF THE TORNADO IN ALABAMA

 

With the recent tornado in Alabama, we want to remember the suffering and death going on.

 

We as a Church will be donating to support the victims of this catastrophe. We will collect money for victims Jr Church [our children]   will lead us in collecting funds Mission\Outreach match the church's giving, put on memo line Hurricane\Tornado relief.

 

Please keep the people of Alabama in your prayers!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exciting New Support Groups Coming to GFCC

 

We are trying to engage the level of interest \need amongst the
congregation for the following potential support groups. Before we
move forward we need to hear from you. Please review the Support
groups and give the church office a call expressing your interest

Bereavement Support Group
    For individual\families coming together to understanding the
grieving process and support each other.

Marriage Support Group
For couples to come together  to support each other and gain wisdom
from those in long term marriages.

New Parents' Support Group
 For new parents to come together and support each other with wisdom and parenting skills.

Assimilation Ministry
For helping individuals\families new to Metro West communities to learn about community resources and support.

 

 

 

 

Why not blog online with the Reverend Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd, Pastor about Sunday's sermon? Go to our church website or Facebook and begin the chat!

 

www.gfccnet.org

 

To chat with the Reverend email, him at: Pastor@gfccnet.org

 

Sermon Title:“It is Not Fake News, but Good News from the Graveyard”

 

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

 

“FIRESIDE CHAT” QUESTIONS

1.     Hanging out in graveyards is not someone's thing, but what can We learn from them?

 

2.     What was the fake News surrounding the first Lenten season leading
up to Easter?

 

3.      What fake news is out there today regarding Easter?

 

4.     The news coming out of the graveyard seemed strange...Why?

 

5.     Christianity is about things that sound strange. Why or Why not is this true?

 

6.     Just what is the good news that comes out of the graveyard on Easter Morning?

 

7.     Because Jesus Lives...what? [You complete the sentence!]

 

8.     What is the Message "Good News" Do You take away from the Graveyard?

Listening to God’s Words and messages for you.  Make a few personal notes as you listen. Revisit your notes during quiet time spent with the Lord over the coming week. Allow God to crystallize His truths in your life.

 

Sermon Title: “It is Not Fake News, but Good News from the Graveyard”

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

 

Main ideas of the Sermon:

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

 

 

 

Invitation to Accept Christ in your life

 

 

□ I accepted Christ today      □ I want to accept Christ into my life

 

Invitation for Membership (Please Print)

 

We welcome you as a new member of the Greater Framingham Community Church Family. If you wish to unite with GFCC, please complete the information below and submit this form to one of our Deacons, Ushers, or Ministers or drop it in the collection box in the Narthex.

 

I want to join the Greater Framingham Community Church and I come:

□ Already baptized with Christian experience    □ As a candidate for baptism

 

Today’s Date: ____________________

Name: __________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________

 _______________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________________________________

Email: __________________________________________________

 

Greater Framingham Community Church

An Extended Christian Family

 

                                           Church Theme:                                          

“Year of Miraculous Outpouring & Majestic Praise”

Exodus 15:6, 11

 

 

 

Sunday, April 9, 2023 ♦ 10:00 am

 

 

Franklin and Park Streets, PO Box 629

Framingham, MA 01704

Rev. Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd, Pastor

janthonylloyd@gmail.com

 

Church Office (508) 626-2118 ♦ Internet: www.gfccnet.org

 

 

Please Note: All services are videotaped\livestreamed, which means the camera spans the congregation at times, and you may be on the screen.

 

Worship and celebration

 

LIVESTREAMED: www.gfccnet.org/live

 

✝Prelude……….………..................................................... Mass Choir

 

 

We Worship Through Praise                         Brother David Coleman

 

 

 

 ✝ Praise Choruses............................................................. Mass Choir

 

Christ The Lord Is Risen Today

High Praise

O Come Let Us Adore Him

 

 

We Worship Through the Word

Scripture...............................Luke 24:1-12.............Deacon Gloria Will

 

We Worship Through the Preached Word

Praise Selection.......... How Great Is Our God..................... Mass Choir

Sermon………………………………….....Rev. Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd

 

We Worship Through Prayer     

Invitation to Christian Discipleship  

Praise Selection............... Because He Lives......................... Mass Choir

 

We Worship in Response to Hearing the Word

Tithes & Offerings: (Please make your donations when entering or exiting the church service. An "Offering Container" is provided in the Narthex.)

 

Praise Selection............. The Blood Still Works................. Mass Choir

 

      

✝Benediction

 

 

PLEASE TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES DURING WORSHIP SERVICE

 

 

✝Standing Please

 

Praise Selection

 

 

 

 

CHRIST THE LORD IS RISEN TODAY

 

Christ the Lord is risen today, Alleluia!
Earth and heaven in chorus say, Alleluia!
Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia!
Sing, ye heavens, and earth reply, Alleluia!

 

Lives again our glorious King, Alleluia!
Where, O death, is now thy sting? Alleluia!
Once he died our souls to save, Alleluia!
Where's thy victory, boasting grave? Alleluia!

 

Love's redeeming work is done, Alleluia!
Fought the fight, the battle won, Alleluia!
Death in vain forbids him rise, Alleluia!
Christ has opened paradise, Alleluia!

 

Soar we now where Christ has led, Alleluia!
Following our exalted Head, Alleluia!
Made like him, like him we rise, Alleluia!
Ours the cross, the grave, the skies, Alleluia!

 

HIGH PRAISE 

 

The Lord is high above the heavens
And His glory above the nations
(2x)

Give God the highest praise
Acknowledge Him always
And all the people say
Halle, Halle, Hallelujah

Hallelujah! 

 

O COME LET US ADORE HIM

O come let us adore Him 

O come let us adore Him 

O come let us adore Him  

Christ the Lord 

 

For He alone is worthy . . . 

For He alone can save you . . . 

 

O how I love my Jesus . . . 

 

HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD

 

The splendor of a King closed in majesty 

Let all the earth rejoice, let all the earth rejoice 

He wraps Himself in light, and darkness tries to hide 

And trembles at His voice, trembles at His voice 

 

How great is our God 

Sing with me how great is our God 

And all will see how great,  

How great is our God 

 

Age to age He stands and time is in His hands
Beginning and the end, beginning and the end 

The Godhead Three in One, Father, Spirit, Son
The Lion and the Lamb, the Lion and the Lamb 

 

You’re the name above all names 

You are worthy of all praise 

And my heart will sing 

How great is our God 

 

BECAUSE HE LIVES

 

God sent His son, they called Him Jesus

He came to love, heal and forgive

He lived and died to buy my pardon

An empty grave is there to prove my savior lives

 

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Because He lives, all fear is gone

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living, just because He lives

 

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

And feel the pride and joy He gives

But greater still the calm assurance

This child can face uncertain day, because He lives

 

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Because He lives, all fear is gone

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living, just because He lives

 

And then one day, I'll cross the river

I'll fight life's final war with pain

And then, as death gives way to victory

I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know He reigns

 

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Because He lives, all fear is gone

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living, just because He lives

 

THE BLOOD STILL WORKS

 

The blood still works!

The blood still works!

The blood still works!

The blood still works!

It will never, never, never lose its power.

The blood still works!

I know it works 'cause it saved me.

I know it works 'cause it raised me.

I know it works 'cause it healed me.

I know it works 'cause it filled me.

It will never, never, never lose its power.

The blood still works!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Church Theme 2023

 

“Year of Miraculous Outpouring & Majestic Praise”

Exodus 15:6 , 11; Psalm 8:1; Psalm 29:4; Psalm 111:3; 2 Peter 1:17; Psalm 77:4

Matthew 11:20-2; Acts 19:11; Acts 12:28; 1 Corinthians 12:28; Hebrews 2:4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

God is doing a new thing and taking us to a new level. He calls us to seek Him and will do miracles in our midst. This year we are praying for miracles in our lives, the lives of our families, and our Church family. As we pray and seek His face, we are going to give God Majestic Praise along the way. The songwriters said: I seek a miracle every day and I just want to Praise Him.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GIVING STATEMENTS FOR 2022

2022 Giving statements have been emailed to individuals.

If you have not received yours please reach out to the Central Office at 508-626-2118 and leave your email address and it will be sent to you.

Thank you for your faithful stewardship.

 

 

MONDAY MORNINGS WITH THE PASTOR

 

We invite you to join us for Early Morning Prayer with the Pastor

at 8:00 am on Monday mornings.

 

Prayer Line: 1-605-313-4818

Access Code: 702588#.

 

 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY

We invite you to join our Wednesday Night

Prayer Meeting and Bible Study.

 

Prayer Meeting: 7:00-7:30 pm

Prayer Line: 1-605-313-4818

Access Code: 702588#

 

Also, join us for Bible Study at 7:30 pm on Zoom. You can find the Zoom link on the church website: www.gfccnet.org.

 

We will study from the book of Samuel 15.

 

 

THURSDAY MORNING PRAYER

 

If you would like to be a part of a Morning Prayer group, you can do so by dialing in to pray or request prayer. The line opens from 5:30 am to 7:15am. 

Prayer line: is 605-313-4818

Access Code: 702588#

 

 

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

 

The New Topic of study is First Corinthians. We continue to meet on Thursday evenings for one hour at 7:00 PM. We use Google Meets and the phone connection to refresh the platform information. Video conferencing is available. 

 

Phone: 605-313-4818       PIN: 702588#.

 

 

MEN'S BIBLE STUDY via IN-PERSON & ZOOM

                      

 

Men's Bible Study has resumed on Saturdays at 8:30 am

in the Fellowship Hall and by Zoom.

 

Topic: MCF Bible Study

 

You can find the Zoom link on the church website: www.gfccnet.org

 

 

                                             

 

 

 

VOLUNTEERS-KITCHEN MINISTRY

 

 

Are you interested in being part of the Kitchen Ministry?  The Kitchen Ministry is looking for new members to join the committee to support the Monthly Second Sunday Dinners and weekly Ministry Coffee Hour after service.

 

Please reach out to Kendra Martin: kendrasmartin@gmail.com or text at 617-981-0660 with any interest in joining the Kitchen Ministry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GFCC AFTER CHURCH COFFEE FELLOWSHIP

On Sunday, April 16th, 2023 immediately after service, our first Fellowship, hosted by Deacon Ministry will take place in the fellowship hall.

 

This is a time to mingle, meet other church members, make new friends in the church, and enjoy coffee\tea and pastries.

 

Join us after church!

 

See you all!

 

      VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

 

          

The next packing session will take place at Greater Framingham Community Church on Friday, April 14th at 1:30 pm, and distribution help on Saturday, April 15th at 9:00 am. We need volunteers for 1½ hours each day to help provide food for 90 families.

 

To sign up, please reach out to the Central Office at 508-626-2118

 or Linda James at 508-788-0611.

 

 

SUPPORT FOR THE VICTIMS OF THE TORNADO IN ALABAMA

 

With the recent tornado in Alabama, we want to remember the suffering and death going on.

 

We as a Church will be donating to support the victims of this catastrophe. We will collect money for victims Jr Church [our children]   will lead us in collecting funds Mission\Outreach match the church's giving, put on memo line Hurricane\Tornado relief.

 

Please keep the people of Alabama in your prayers!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exciting New Support Groups Coming to GFCC

 

We are trying to engage the level of interest \need amongst the
congregation for the following potential support groups. Before we
move forward we need to hear from you. Please review the Support
groups and give the church office a call expressing your interest

Bereavement Support Group
    For individual\families coming together to understanding the
grieving process and support each other.

Marriage Support Group
For couples to come together  to support each other and gain wisdom
from those in long term marriages.

New Parents' Support Group
 For new parents to come together and support each other with wisdom and parenting skills.

Assimilation Ministry
For helping individuals\families new to Metro West communities to learn about community resources and support.

 

 

 

 

Why not blog online with the Reverend Dr. J. Anthony Lloyd, Pastor about Sunday's sermon? Go to our church website or Facebook and begin the chat!

 

www.gfccnet.org

 

To chat with the Reverend email, him at: Pastor@gfccnet.org

 

Sermon Title:“It is Not Fake News, but Good News from the Graveyard”

 

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

 

“FIRESIDE CHAT” QUESTIONS

1. Hanging out in graveyards is not someone's thing, but what can We learn from them?

 

2. What was the fake News surrounding the first Lenten season leading
   up to Easter?

 

3.  What fake news is out there today regarding Easter?

 

4. The news coming out of the graveyard seemed strange...Why?

 

5. Christianity is about things that sound strange. Why or Why not is this true?

 

6. Just what is the good news that comes out of the graveyard on Easter Morning?

 

7. Because Jesus Lives...what? [You complete the sentence!]

 

8. What is the Message "Good News" Do You take away from the Graveyard?

Listening to God’s Words and messages for you.  Make a few personal notes as you listen. Revisit your notes during quiet time spent with the Lord over the coming week. Allow God to crystallize His truths in your life.

 

Sermon Title: “It is Not Fake News, but Good News from the Graveyard”

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

 

Main ideas of the Sermon:

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

 

 

 

Invitation to Accept Christ in your life

 

 

□ I accepted Christ today      □ I want to accept Christ into my life

 

Invitation for Membership (Please Print)

 

We welcome you as a new member of the Greater Framingham Community Church Family. If you wish to unite with GFCC, please complete the information below and submit this form to one of our Deacons, Ushers, or Ministers or drop it in the collection box in the Narthex.

 

I want to join the Greater Framingham Community Church and I come:

□ Already baptized with Christian experience    □ As a candidate for baptism

 

Today’s Date: ____________________

Name: __________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________

 _______________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________________________________

Email: __________________________________________________