Rev. Jesse Larson led today’s Easter Sunday service, which celebrated the resurrection of Christ and hope for the world.
An Easter egg hunt for children took place following a special kids’ message by Jim Guida. The anthem “He Lives” was presented by the Bethany Choir, under the direction of Barbara Greene and accompanied by Natalya Guerrero and Manh Van Ong. The father-daughter duo of Peter Baird and Lily Baird Young performed an arrangement of the classic hymn “In the Garden.” Rev. Jesse delivered an inspirational message about rebirth and resurrection in our own lives, and in the life of Bethany Church.
Communion, presided over by Rev. Jesse and Rev. Janice Kamikawa, was served. The annual “One Great Hour of Sharing” offering was collected. A rousing postlude of Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” concluded the service.
The scripture reading, which told of Jesus’ death and resurrection, was Mark 15:33-16:8.
Today’s hymns included:
Jesus Christ is Risen Today
Alleluia, Alleluia! Give Thanks
I Danced in the Morning
Many thanks to Wendy Aiello for again providing the beautiful Easter lily plants that adorned the sanctuary.
