Theme: Jesus Appears to the Disciples, Who in the Beginning, Did Not Believe it, Because of Joy and Amazement. Listen carefully to verse 41.

Pastoral Invitation
In the name of the one who lived and died and who lives again, welcome to the third Sunday in Easter. Yes, on the church calendar, we continue in the season of Easter. So, rejoice! As we begin, consider these questions: (1) Why have you come?" (Thirty seconds of silence.) (2) What do you expect to happen to you, through you?" (Thirty seconds of silence.) (3) "Have you come as spectators or participants?" (Thirty seconds of silence.) Invite anyone who chooses to respond verbally. (Give time for responses.)

Hymn of Praise
God of Love and Joy and Laughter

Prayer of Praise
Invite three people ahead of time to offer sentence prayers …