Author: Ben Parker

Service Details

• Easter Day
• Sermon Title: “The Gate is Flung Open” Pastor Annie Parker
• Special Music:
  • Carillon Ringers: Performing “C Major Peal”
  • Trumpet: Mike Newman
• Sacrament: We will celebrate the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper .
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• First Reading: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
• Gospel Reading: John 20:1-18

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 302: I Danced in the Morning
• Hymn 123: Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
• Hymn 118: The Day of Resurrection!

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Anthem Lyrics

“Rise Up, Easter Morning!”

Performed by The Haviland Choir

Rise up, Easter morning, rise up, early singing “Hallelujah!” Rise up and feel the sun. Redemption’s work is done. Rejoice and sing to the Lord, for life and joy are restored this glorious morn! See, the stone is rolled away. My Lord, what a morning, this is Resurrection Day.

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Upcoming Events

• Easter Treats: Please take an Easter Egg from the Congregational Care Committee as you leave the sanctuary today.
• 90th Birthday Celebration: Join us next Sunday, April 12, during Coffee Hour to celebrate Fred Denton’s 90th birthday.
• Earth Sunday (April 19):
  • Wear green or colorful clothing.
  • Bring photos of your children or grandchildren to display in the sanctuary.
  • The Preschool will be sharing special music.
• Environmental Book Study: Starting April 19, Grace Smith will lead a study on “The Serviceberry” by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Please let Phyllis know by Tuesday, April 7, if you would like a book ordered .
• Deacon Scholarships: Limited funds are available for church members enrolled in college. Submit your request to the office by June 30 .

Service Details

• Theme: Palm / Passion Sunday
• Sermon Title: “The Truth Hurts” Pastor Annie Parker
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• First Reading: Philippians 2:5-11
• Gospel Reading: Matthew 26:14-35

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 89: Hosanna, Loud Hosanna (Accompanied by Carillon Ringers)
• Hymn 94: An Upper Room Did Our Lord Prepare
• Hymn 536: Lord, Make Us More Holy

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Anthem Lyrics

“Sing to the Lord Hosanna!”

Performed by The Haviland Choir and Cheryl McDevitt, Flute

Sing hosanna! Sing Hosanna! Sing hosanna in the highest! Blessed is He, the King adored; lift your voice, O praise the Lord! Joyfully sing, He enters here; join the songs resounding clear! Shout hosannas to His name; loud hosannas we proclaim!

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Upcoming Holy Week Events

• Maundy Thursday (April 2): Worship at 7:30 p.m. featuring the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper and a Service of Tenebrae.
• Good Friday (April 3): Worship at Noon. The Church Office will be closed .
• Easter Sunday (April 5):
  • 8:30 a.m.: Sunrise Service Outside (in the Chapel if raining).
  • 10:30 a.m.: Traditional Service in the Sanctuary.
• Soup to Go Today: Chicken Noodle is available in the kitchen for $8.00 per quart or $15.00 for two .
• One Great Hour of Sharing: We are continuing this special offering today to support disaster relief and those in need globally .
• Environmental Team Book Study: Join us for a study of “The Serviceberry” starting April 19. Please let Phyllis know by April 7 if you would like a book ordered .

Service Details

• Theme: 5th Sunday in Lent
• Sermon Title: “Too Little, Too Late?” Pastor Annie Parker
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• Old Testament Reading: Psalm 130
• Gospel Reading: John 11:1-45

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 81: Lord, Who Throughout These Forty Days
• Hymn 316: Breathe on Me, Breath of God
• Hymn 438: Blest Be the Tie That Binds

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Anthem Lyrics

“Ah, Holy Jesus”

Performed by The Haviland Choir

Ah, holy Jesus, how hast Thou offended that we to judge Thee have in hate pretended? By foes derided, by Thine own rejected, O most afflicted! Who was the guilty? Who brought this upon Thee? Alas, my treason, Jesus, hath undone Thee! ‘Twas I, Lord Jesus, I it was denied Thee; I crucified Thee.

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Upcoming Events

• One Great Hour of Sharing: We are continuing to collect this special offering to provide disaster relief, food for the hungry, and support for the poor and oppressed. Envelopes are in the pew racks.
• Updated Membership Directories: New directories are now available at the Sanctuary entrances.
• Preschool Easter Egg Hunt: Please drop off filled plastic eggs for the preschool hunt by tomorrow, Monday, March 23.
• Holy Week Schedule:
  • Palm Sunday: March 29 at 10:30 a.m.
  • Maundy Thursday: April 2 at 7:30 p.m. (Communion and Tenebrae)
  • Good Friday: April 3 at Noon
  • Easter Sunday:
    • Sunrise Service at 8:30 a.m. (Outside or if raining, Chapel)
    • Traditional Service at 10:30 a.m (Sanctuary).

Service Details

• Theme: 4th Sunday in Lent 
• Sermon Title: “Blinded by the Darkness” 
• Preacher: We welcome Ruling Elder Sam Ewing to the pulpit this morning.
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• Old Testament Reading: Psalm 23
• New Testament Reading: Ephesians 5:8-14
• Gospel Reading: John 9:1-41

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 425: Lord of Light, Your Name Outshining
• Hymn 387: Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us
• Hymn 324: Open My Eyes That I May See

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Anthem Lyrics

“How Great His Love” Performed by The Haviland Choir

How great His love, how great His mercy, to choose the path that leads to Calvary; To drink the cup of pain and sorrow; How great His love, how great His love for me. 

How great the love of God, the Father, to choose a plan that sends His only Son to live with us, to walk among us; How great His love, how great His love for us. 

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Upcoming Events

• Soup Lunch Today: Join us in Fellowship Hall immediately following worship for a soup luncheon sponsored by the Congregational Care Committee .
• Last Day for Easter Plants: Today is the final day to order Daffodils, Lilies, and Tulips ($11.00 each) .
• Preschool Easter Egg Hunt: We are collecting filled plastic eggs for the preschool hunt on March 27. Please leave donations on the table outside the Preschool door by next Sunday, March 22 .
• One Great Hour of Sharing: We are currently receiving this special offering to support disaster relief, hunger programs, and self-development projects globally. Envelopes are available in the pew racks .
• Holy Week Preview: Save the dates for our Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service (April 2 at 7:30 p.m.) and Easter Sunday services (8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.) .

Service Details

• Theme: 3rd Sunday in Lent
• Sermon: “Well, Actually…” Pastor Annie Parker
• Special Guests: Today we welcome the Bravura Woodwind Quintet.
  • Rebecca Bickel (Oboe), Christine Carucci (Bassoon), Albert Colella (Clarinet), Monica Meffan (Flute), and James Scanga (Horn).
• Sacrament: We will share in the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper today.
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• Old Testament Reading: Exodus 17:1-7
• Gospel Reading: John 4:5-42

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 313: Come Down, O Love Divine
• Hymn 171: The King of Love My Shepherd Is
• Hymn 280: Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound

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Anthem Lyrics

“The Rose of Calvary”

Performed by The Haviland Choir

I love the Rose of Calvary: God’s gift of hope, God’s gift of grace. In love He clings to sorrow’s tree, and softly weeps at its embrace. Calvary’s Rose, Calvary’s Rose, in His life God’s mercy flows.

By his death our garden grows; O the love of Calvary’s Rose. Come rest beneath the rugged tree, for in its shadow grows a flower: the blessed Rose of Calvary.

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Upcoming Events

• Easter Plants: Orders are being taken today in Fellowship Hall ($11.00 each) through March 15 .
• Soup Lunch: Join us next Sunday, March 15, for a soup lunch sponsored by the Congregational Care Committee. Please bring your favorite soup to share!
• Minute for Mission: Today’s mission focus is Habitat for Humanity Mahoning Valley.
• Preschool Event: The preschool will host a St. Patrick’s event this Friday evening, March 13.

Service Details

• Theme: 2nd Sunday in Lent
• Sermon Title: “Hush Hush” Pastor Annie Parker
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• Old Testament Reading: Genesis 12:1-4a
• Gospel Reading: John 3:1-17

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 77: Forty Days and Forty Nights
• Hymn 357: O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee
• Hymn 485: To God Be the Glory

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Upcoming Events

• Easter Plants: Orders are being taken today in Fellowship Hall for Daffodils, Lilies, and Tulips ($11.00 each) .
• Lent Bible Study: “An Unexpected Lent” continues this Tuesday, March 3, at 5:30 p.m. in the Library.+1
• Daytimers: Meeting this Wednesday, March 4, at Noon. Guest speakers Frank and Trina Lewis will present “Country Mice Visit Western Great Britain” .
• Soup Lunch: Save the date for a Congregational Care Soup Lunch on Sunday, March 15 .
• Time Change: Don’t forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour next Saturday night, March 7.

Service Details

• Theme: 1st Sunday in Lent
• Sermon Title: “Not Today Satan” Pastor Annie Parker
• Special Guest: Today’s service features the Western Reserve Brass, accompanied by Organ and Timpani.
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM
• YouTube Video Click here to watch the February 22 service.
• Flower Dedication: Today’s flowers were given anonymously to thank God for the country and its founding fathers

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• Old Testament Reading: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7
• Gospel Reading: Matthew 4:1-11

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 87: The Glory of These Forty Days
• Hymn 384: O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go
• Hymn 260: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

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Upcoming Events

• Soup to Go Today: Chili is available in the kitchen for $8.00 per quart or $15.00 for two.
• Lent Bible Study: “An Unexpected Lent” begins this Tuesday, February 24, at 5:30 p.m. in the Library.
• Environmental Team: Meeting today in the Library immediately following worship.
• Membership Directory: The 2026 Directory is coming soon. Please contact the office with any updated cell phone numbers or emails.

Service Details

• Sermon: “Fulfilling the Law” Rev. Annie Parker
• Special Event: Presentation of the Troop 3 Charter
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• First Reading: Isaiah 58:1-12
• Gospel Reading: Matthew 5:13-20

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 411: Arise, Your Light Is Come!
• Hymn 108: Christ is Alive!
• Hymn 405: What Does the Lord Require

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Upcoming Events

• Annual Congregational Meeting: Today, immediately following worship. 2025 Annual Reports are available at the sanctuary entrances. +2
• Scout Bake Sale: Troop 2003G is holding a bake sale today in Fellowship Hall.
• Ash Wednesday (February 18): Service at Noon at Columbiana Presbyterian Church (followed by lunch) and a 6:30 p.m. service at our church in Salem.
• Soup to Go Update: The chili sale was cancelled due to weather; please watch for a new date.
• Environmental Team: Meeting Sunday, February 22, in the Library after worship

Service Details

• Sermon Title: “Going Where We Belong” Pastor Annie Parker 
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• First Reading: Malachi 3:1-4
• Gospel Reading: Luke 2:22-40

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 420: God of Grace and God of Glory
• Hymn 374: Lord, Make Us Servants of Your People
• Hymn 369: I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me