April 13 — Palm Sunday: Into Jerusalem

We are blessed to be able gather together as we celebrate the triumphant entry “Into Jerusalem” of our Savior Jesus Christ. In celebration of Palm Sunday and Spring, the Youth of Ivy Chapel are inviting everyone to gather in Fellowship Hall to enjoy refreshments and time together following worship. All are welcome!

WELCOME

PRELUDE — Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord — Schwartz

*CALL TO WORSHIP — Ann Molyneaux
One: Blessed is the One who comes in the name of the Lord!
All: Hosanna to the King of kings!
One: Hosanna in the highest!
All: Behold our King!

*HYMN — All Glory, Laud and Honor — #234

All glory, laud, and honor to Thee, Redeemer, King,
To whom the lips of children Made sweet hosannas ring.
Thou art the King of Israel, Thou David’s royal Son,
Who in the Lord’s name cometh, the King and Blessed One!

The company of angels Are praising Thee on high;
And mortal men and all things Created make reply.
The people of the Hebrews with palms before Thee went;
Our praise and prayer and anthems Before Thee we present.

To Thee before Thy passion, They sang their hymns of praise;
To Thee now high exalted, Our melody we raise.
Thou didst accept their praises Accept the prayers we bring,
Who in all good delightest, Thou good and gracious King!

*PRAYER OF INVOCATION — Ann Molyneaux
God of love and majesty, you are the One who sustains us. Your faithfulness inspires us to shout your praises! We are moved by the ways that you graciously touch and change human hearts. As Jesus of Nazareth, you make people whole.

Today, we recall your joyous entry into Jerusalem. The palm branches that we wave are expressions of our love for you. Guide us as we seek you, and as we continue growing in faith. Amen.

*RESPONSE — Shout to the Lord — Ivy worship booklet, pp 80-81

My Jesus, my Saviour
Lord there is none like You
All of my days I want to praise
The wonders of Your mighty love

My comfort, my shelter
Tower of refuge and strength
Let every breath, all that I am
Never cease to worship You

Shout to the Lord all the Earth, let us sing
Power and majesty, praise to the King
Mountains bow down and the seas will roar
At the sound of Your name

I sing for joy at the work of Your hands
Forever I’ll love You, forever I’ll stand
Nothing compares to the promise I have in You

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE — JoAnn Moody

*HYMN — You Are My All-in-All — Ivy worship booklet, p 99

You are my strength when I am weak
You are the treasure that I seek
You are my all in all
Seeking You as a precious jewel
Lord, to give up I’d be a fool
You are my all in all

Jesus, Lamb of God
Worthy is Your name
Jesus, Lamb of God
Worthy is Your name

Taking my sin, my cross, my shame
Rising again I bless Your name
You are my all in all
When I fall down You pick me up
When I am dry You fill my cup
You are my all in all

Jesus, Lamb of God
Worthy is Your name
Jesus, Lamb of God
Worthy is Your name

GOD’S WORD — Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 — Ann Molyneaux

SPECIAL MUSIC — Praise to the Lord, the Almighty — Arr. Bock

GOD’S WORD — Luke 19:28-40 — Rev. Dr. Carol Trissell

SERMON — Rev. Dr. Carol Trissell

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER —Rev. Dr. Carol Trissell

*HYMN — Hosanna, Loud Hosanna! — #233

Hosanna, loud hosanna The little children sang;
Through pillared court and temple The lovely anthem rang.
To Jesus, who had blessed them, Close folded to his Breast,
The children sang their praises, The simplest and the best.

From Olivet they followed Mid an exultant crowd,
The victor palm branch waving, And chanting clear and loud.
The Lord of men and angels Rode on in lowly state,
Nor scorned that little children Should on his bidding wait.

“Hosanna in the highest!” That ancient song we sing,
For Christ is our Redeemer, The Lord of heaven, our King.
O may we ever praise Him With heart and life and voice,
And in His blissful presence Eternally rejoice!

*BENEDICTION — Rev. Dr. Carol Trissell

*POSTLUDE