Liturgical Color: White

Theme
Jesus' resurrection; always include also the theme of Jesus' crucifixion. Many Easter worshipers, including members of the congregation, want to reap the benefits of Christianity without the demands of Christ; they want life without death, resurrection without crucifixion. You may want to print these two quotes on the order of worship: 1. "No one experiences resurrection in Christ until first experiencing crucifixion in Christ." W.H.K. 2. "The Cross that called Jesus to a sacrificial death, called and calls us, his church, to a sacrificial life."

Gathering to Worship
The Beginning of Worship: Hand out nails to the worshipers

Try this: Use a guitarist to play "Were You There," as the people arrive. Before the people arrive, have one of the members simulate J…