Sunday 5th April 2026 - Easter Sunday

REFLECTION: Matthew 28:1-10 “Earth Shaking News”

Every once in a while, something happens that is truly newsworthy and

impacts the lives of everyone. At the moment, it would be the War in Iran

and the ensuing fuel crisis that has prices rising at an alarming rate.

The greatest news ever announced happened at the first Easter with the

resurrection of Jesus. It is impossible to exaggerate just how important

Jesus’ resurrection was and is. His resurrection signals the end of the

chokehold that death and sin has over humanity. His resurrection means that

we can be restored to a loving relationship with God and live with the

certain hope of eternal life.

This event was so important that God heralded his resurrection with

earthquakes, angelic visitors, miracles and of course, appearances from the

risen Lord Jesus. This news should change the very direction of our lives.

Jesus’ resurrection changes everything! Here is an outline of the message for

this Easter Sunday.

1. Earth Shaking News:

a. Suddenly there was a violent earthquake (2)

b. An angel of the Lord descended from heaven (2-3)

c. For fear of him the guards shook and became like dead men (4)

2. A message that seemed too good to be true:

a. The angel said “Do not be afraid” (5)

b. Jesus ... is not here; for he has been raised, as he said (6)

c. Come, see the place where he lay.

3. Death has been defeated:

a. Then go quickly and tell his disciples (7)

b. So they left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy (8)

c. Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings” (9)

d. They ... took hold of his feet, and worshiped him (9-10)

What about you?

What impact does the resurrection of Jesus have on your life today?

Are you a witness today of the risen Christ to those around you?

Hymns:

TIS 370 Christ the Lord is risen today

Christ our hope in life and death

TIS 376 I know that my redeemer lives

TIS 380 Yours be the glory

HELP NEEDED

The morning tea roster needs another helper. If you could assist once a

month with serving & providing a small morning tea following the 10.00am

service, it would be very much appreciated. Please contact Kaye on 0490

090 507

READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY – 12th April: Acts 2. 14, 22-32;

Psalm 16; 1 Peter: 1. 1-12; John 20.19-31

LAWN MOWING ROSTER: 2nd April Heinz

HYMNS WE LOVE

Please invite your friends to enjoy an uplifting afternoon of hymns of

“Hymns we love”, on Sunday, 12th April 2026 at 2pm, followed by

delightful Afternoon Tea & Good Fellowship.

WEDNESDAY GROWTH GROUP

Resumes this coming Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Parish Centre. For the

next few weeks we will be looking at the theme of prayer. All are welcome.

ARCHBISHOP'S VISIT AND CONFIRMATIONS

We will be blessed to have a visit from our new Archbishop, Ric Thorpe, on

Sunday August 2nd for a late Patronal Festival and a service of Baptisms and

Confirmations. We will be starting an Alpha course shortly as preparation

for those who wish to be baptized or confirmed on that date.

THIS WEEK WE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR: Nigel, Jen, Glen,

Sherene, Gloria, Ron, Ruth, Mike, Amy, Cecil, Beryl, Paul, Fabian, Charles

& Marla.