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April 26, 2020 Third Sunday of Easter
Preparing for worship
All my life, I’ve never not believed in God, but church and the people who fill our days come
it’s taken almost 60 of my 80 years to believe in to us online, as electronic blips on our laptops,
church. televisions and smartphones. We no longer can
After discovering Wilshire 15 years ago, touch or smell or taste church, but we can see
I hungered to know more about Jesus, and hear it. And maybe that’s enough when we
Christianity, Baptists, the Bible and church. I’m prepare for daily worship — that and reading
still learning and grabbing almost any source and listening to the sources we’ve found that
— books, websites, articles, videos, sermons enrich our understanding of church.
and testimonies from people I know and don’t For example, in his first letter, Peter addresses
know. The range of information crosses lines those in exile (and don’t we feel exiled in our
between liberal/progressive and conservative/ isolation?):
fundamental. I want to hear and savor it all.
So when I prepare for worship, it’s not for one Prepare your minds for action;
Sunday; it’s for every day — because I’ve learned discipline yourselves; set all your hope
these last 15 years that that’s where church is: in on the grace that Jesus Christ [the Head of
our daily routines with the people who populate Church] will bring you ... . Live in reverent fear
our days, those we know and those we don’t. during the time of your exile ... .
Before COVID-19 took over our lives, we met Love one another deeply from the heart.
these folks face-to-face, in stores, pharmacies, You have been born anew … through the
restaurants, movie theaters, museums, beauty living and enduring word of God.
salons, barber shops, taverns, concerts, 1 Peter 1:13, 17, 23
school rooms, courtrooms, lectures, elevators,
sanctuaries and on DART, planes, trains and Thus, just as God is in us, so is Church. I
airport shuttles. The list of places we can no can now believe that, although I need daily
longer frequent is exhausting. reminders.
Now that we are confined to our homes, —Mary Kay Jackman
Wilshire Baptist Church
4316 Abrams Road | Dallas, Texas 75214
(214) 452-3100 | www.wilshirebc.org
Partnered with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship
Building a Community of Faith Shaped by the Spirit of Jesus Christ
ON THE COVER: Road to Emmaus, Daniel Bonnell. Used by permission.
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April 26, 2020
11:00 a.m.
Third Sunday of Easter
Chiming of the Hour
Prelude Jesus Shall Reign arr. Arnold B. Sherman
Carillon Ringers
Ralph Manuel, director
Recorded on February 16, 2020
Opening Sentences Blake Brown
We come together today to worship the Lord Jesus Christ, who cannot be contained by doors or
walls or isolation or fear. This same Jesus is present with us now, wherever we are, however alone
or isolated we feel. We are invited in this moment to join the journey with Jesus, to listen and learn
and to be changed.
Hymn 217 Alleluia! Sing to Jesus hymn to joy
Alleluia! Sing to Jesus, his the sceptre, his the throne.
Alleluia! His the triumph, his the victory alone.
Hark! The songs of peaceful Zion thunder like a mighty flood,
“Jesus, out of every nation, has redeemed us by his blood.”
Alleluia! Not as orphans are we left in sorrow now.
Alleluia! Christ is near us, faith believes, nor questions how.
Though the cloud from sight received him when the forty days were o’er,
Shall our hearts forget his promise, “I am with you evermore?”
Alleluia! Bread of Heaven, Christ on earth our food and stay.
Alleluia! Here the sinful rest in you from day to day.
Intercessor, friend of sinners, earth’s Redeemer, plead for me,
Where the songs of all the sinless sweep across the crystal sea.
Greeting to Worshipers Darren DeMent
Psalm Reading — Psalm 116:1–4 Anabelle Tinsley
I love the Lord, because he has heard my voice and my supplications. Because he inclined his ear to
me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live. The snares of death encompassed me; the pangs of
Sheol laid hold on me; I suffered distress and anguish. Then I called on the name of the Lord: “O
Lord, I pray, save my life!”
Yo amo al Señor porque él escucha mi voz suplicante. Por cuanto él inclina a mí su oído, lo invocaré
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toda mi vida. Los lazos de la muerte me enredaron; me sorprendió la angustia del sepulcro, y caí en
la ansiedad y la aflicción. Entonces clamé al Señor: “¡Te ruego, Señor, que me salves la vida!”
Children’s Moment Julie Girards
Prayers of the People Joan Hammons
Invitation to Give George Mason
Thank you for your continued generosity in these unusual times. The work of the
church goes on, despite the building being closed. With your gifts, we are using
technology in new ways to connect with one another in fellowship, Bible study and
worship. With your gifts, we are helping local missions partners serve the most
vulnerable among us. With your gifts, we are adapting every aspect of the church’s
life to meet the present need. And with your gifts, we are planning and preparing
for the day ahead when we all are reunited in this place. Update your giving or make a gift at www.
wilshirebc.org/give.
Gospel Reading — Luke 24:13–21, 25–35 George Mason
Now on that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from
Jerusalem, and talking with each other about all these things that had happened. While they were
talking and discussing, Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from
recognizing him. And he said to them, “What are you discussing with each other while you walk
along?” They stood still, looking sad. Then one of them, whose name was Cleopas, answered him,
“Are you the only stranger in Jerusalem who does not know the things that have taken place there
in these days?” He asked them, “What things?” They replied, “The things about Jesus of Nazareth,
who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, and how our chief
priests and leaders handed him over to be condemned to death and crucified him. But we had
hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel. Yes, and besides all this, it is now the third day since
these things took place. ... Then he said to them, “Oh, how foolish you are, and how slow of heart
to believe all that the prophets have declared! Was it not necessary that the Messiah should suffer
these things and then enter into his glory?” Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he
interpreted to them the things about himself in all the scriptures. As they came near the village
to which they were going, he walked ahead as if he were going on. But they urged him strongly,
saying, “Stay with us, because it is almost evening and the day is now nearly over.” So he went in
to stay with them. When he was at the table with them, he took bread, blessed and broke it, and
gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him; and he vanished from their
sight. They said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on
the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us?” That same hour they got up and returned to
Jerusalem; and they found the eleven and their companions gathered together. They were saying,
“The Lord has risen indeed, and he has appeared to Simon!” Then they told what had happened on
the road, and how he had been made known to them in the breaking of the bread.
This is the word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
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Aquel mismo día dos de ellos se dirigían a un pueblo llamado Emaús, a unos once kilómetros de
Jerusalén. Iban conversando sobre todo lo que había acontecido. Sucedió que, mientras hablaban
y discutían, Jesús mismo se acercó y comenzó a caminar con ellos; pero no lo reconocieron, pues
sus ojos estaban velados. “¿Qué vienen discutiendo por el camino?” les preguntó. Se detuvieron,
cabizbajos; y uno de ellos, llamado Cleofas, le dijo: “¿Eres tú el único peregrino en Jerusalén que no
se ha enterado de todo lo que ha pasado recientemente?” Les preguntó “¿Qué es lo que ha pasado?
Lo de Jesús de Nazaret. Era un profeta, poderoso en obras y en palabras delante de Dios y de todo
el pueblo. Los jefes de los sacerdotes y nuestros gobernantes lo entregaron para ser condenado a
muerte, y lo crucificaron; pero nosotros abrigábamos la esperanza de que era él quien redimiría
a Israel. Es más, ya hace tres días que sucedió todo esto.” ... “¡Qué torpes son ustedes,” les dijo,” y
qué tardos de corazón para creer todo lo que han dicho los profetas! ¿Acaso no tenía que sufrir el
Cristo estas cosas antes de entrar en su gloria?” Entonces, comenzando por Moisés y por todos los
profetas, les explicó lo que se refería a él en todas las Escrituras. Al acercarse al pueblo adonde se
dirigían, Jesús hizo como que iba más lejos. Pero ellos insistieron: “Quédate con nosotros, que está
atardeciendo; ya es casi de noche.” Así que entró para quedarse con ellos. Luego, estando con ellos a la
mesa, tomó el pan, lo bendijo, lo partió y se lo dio. Entonces se les abrieron los ojos y lo reconocieron,
pero él desapareció. Se decían el uno al otro: “¿No ardía nuestro corazón mientras conversaba con
nosotros en el camino y nos explicaba las Escrituras?” Al instante se pusieron en camino y regresaron
a Jerusalén. Allí encontraron a los once y a los que estaban reunidos con ellos. “¡Es cierto!” decían.
“El Señor ha resucitado y se le ha aparecido a Simón.” Los dos, por su parte, contaron lo que les había
sucedido en el camino, y cómo habían reconocido a Jesús cuando partió el pan.
Esta es la palabra del Señor.
Gracias a Dios.
Anthem Stay with Us Egil Hovland
Sanctuary Choir
Recorded October 20, 2019
Stay with us, Lord Jesus, stay with us.
Stay with us, it soon is evening and night is falling.
Jesus Christ, the world’s true light!
Shine so the darkness cannot overcome it!
Stay with us, Lord Jesus, it soon is evening.
Stay with us, Lord Jesus, for night is falling.
Let your light pierce the darkness and fill your church with its glory.
Message “On the Road Again” Leigh Curl
Hymn 640 Leaning on the Everlasting Arms showalter
What a fellowship, what a joy divine, leaning on the everlasting arms.
What a blessedness, what a peace is mine, leaning on the everlasting arms.
Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms,
Leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms.
5Oh, how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way, leaning on the everlasting arms.
Oh, how bright the path grows from day to day, leaning on the everlasting arms.
Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms,
Leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms.
What have I to dread, what have I to fear, leaning on the everlasting arms?
I have blessed peace with my Lord so near, leaning on the everlasting arms.
Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms,
Leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms.
Sharing of Decisions Leigh Curl
Benediction Leigh Curl
Affirmation of Faith old 100th
Our God is making all things new,
A promise that we know is true.
Through eyes of faith we long to see
A love-transformed community.
A place where truth and justice reign
And healing triumphs over pain,
Where all have dignity and worth
And peace is passed throughout the earth.
– LeAnn Hampton
Postlude Trio and Toccata on “Hymn to Joy” arr. Jeff Brummel
6Meet today’s worship leaders
Blake Brown grew up at Wilshire and is the son
of Kile and Leigh Ann Brown. He is a student at
Villanova University.
Anabelle Tinsley is the daughter of Price and
Sara Tinsley and granddaughter of Sam and Peggy
Tinsley. She is a fourth grader.
Staff contacts
George A. Mason Jessica Capps Leigh Curl
Senior Pastor Minister to Senior Adults Pastoral Resident
(214) 452-3132 (214) 452-3129 (214) 452-3152
Mark Wingfield Darren DeMent Ryan Wilson
Associate Pastor Minister to Students Pastoral Resident
(214) 452-3128 and Young Adults (214) 452-3158
Doug Haney (214) 452-3102 David Nabors
Minister of Music Julie Girards Director of Business Admin.
(214) 452-3123 Minister to Children (214) 452-3157
Jeff Brummel (214) 452-3104 Dale Pride
Associate Minister of Music/ Joan Hammons Facilities Manager
Organist Minister to Preschoolers (214) 452-3101
(214) 452-3122 (214) 452-3141 J. Preston Bright
Heather Mustain Leanna Coyle-Carr Associate Pastor Emeritus
Minister of Missions & Advocacy Pastoral Resident
(214) 452-3110 (214) 452-3154
To email any staff member, use the first letter of the first name combined with the full last name
and add @wilshirebc.org.
7The Wilshire Tapestry
Zoom chat with Jeff Brummel be accepted through May 2.
We’re continuing Wednesday night conversations Just Mercy screening
with some Wilshire ministers. This week, chat
with Jeff Brummel, associate minister of music We are planning a virtual screening of the film
and organist, at 6 p.m. The format will be an open Just Mercy in collaboration with Wilshire and
question-and-answer session. The chat will happen Friendship-West Baptist Church. The shared
online through Zoom. To receive information on screening via Amazon Prime will be followed by a
how to connect, email jbrummel@wilshirebc.org panel of experts discussing the current problems
no later than 3 p.m. this Wednesday, April 29. with our criminal justice system and the potential
for reform. Pre-registration will be required. To
Condolences to: Perry Pierce on the death of receive details once they are finalized, register now
his wife, Kathryn Pierce, April 19; the family of via the link at www.wilshirebc.org/registration.
Sug Carr, who died April 18; Vicki Carlisle on the
death of her cousin to COVID-19, April 16; Casey Missions partner funding
Boland on the death of her mother, Ona Boland,
April 16; Barbara Peterson on the death of her Wilshire has continued to make extra donations to
sister-in-law, Cindy Peterson Schaffner, April 15. our local missions partners as we are able to help
them address the present crisis. Extra funding
“Can You Spare a Can?” update so far has gone to CitySquare, Wilkinson Center,
Cornerstone Baptist Church and Gateway of
With 26 collection sites across Dallas, Wilshire Grace.
members have put nearly 1,000 lbs. of food on
the pantry shelves at the Wilkinson Center and
directly into our neighbors’ homes. Donations will
Join the Friday 5
All Wilshire congregants are invited
to join in an easy pastoral care
project during our time of physical
distancing. The idea for “Friday
Five” is this: Every Friday during
the coronavirus isolation, commit to
contact at least five Wilshire friends
in your circle of influence to see how
they’re doing. Think first of those
who are not your family or closest
friends but who would love to hear
from you. Let’s multiply our care for
each other.
Keep up with all the Wilshire news at wilshirebc.org or by using our
Wilshire app or via social media. Worship is live streamed every
Sunday at 11:00.
8In times like these ...
Find inspirational resources
Visit a new page on Wilshire’s website for a collection of inspirational videos and writings related
to the present crisis. This is an ideal page to share with friends and family who are not part of the
Wilshire community. Because of the accessibility of the church’s robust online presence now, it is
easier than ever to share Wilshire with a friend. Find the page here:
www.wilshirebc.org/care/inspiration-during-isolation.
Wilshire closures
Due to COVID-19 virus precautions, all public gatherings and meetings at Wilshire are suspended
until further notice. The church offices are now closed as well, in compliance with the Dallas County
directive. Staff members are working from home and are available by phone and email. See the
ministerial staff directory on page 7 or visit wilshirebc.org for complete staff contact information.
Online Sunday School
Mark Wingfield continues to teach a weekly online Sunday School lesson via Facebook Live. Check
the church’s Facebook page to see last week’s lesson or to find this week’s lesson, which will be
broadcast beginning this Sunday at 10:15 a.m. This will be a 30-minute lesson, allowing you a short
break before worship begins at 11.
Online mid-week Bible study
Our pastoral residents are offering our normal Wednesday Bible study in video format posted
online. This study, along with a prayer time and music, is published on the church website, through
our Facebook page and on our YouTube channel every Wednesday before noon.
Pastoral care notes
Your ministerial staff still wants to keep up with you. The first line of contact is Michele Stinecipher,
assistant to the associate pastor, who may be reached at (214) 452-3130 or mstinecipher@
wilshirebc.org. She maintains the daily Care Notes list and funnels information to the rest of the
pastoral staff. You also may contact Mark Wingfield at mwingfield@wilshirebc.org or (214) 452-
3128.
Stephen Ministers available
If you are struggling with anxiety or fear or other spiritual issues during this time, you might
benefit from a conversation with a Wilshire Stephen Minister. These trained lay leaders walk
alongside others in times of distress. All conversations are confidential. To learn more, contact Gail
Brookshire at gsbrookshire@gmail.com.
Tele-counseling available
Our ministry partner The Center is now offering tele-counseling with its trained, professional
staff of licensed counselors. If you need professional counseling to get through this time, call The
Center’s client services team at (214) 526-4525.
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Rapid-response teams formed
Health Response Team is comprised of medical professionals in the church who are willing to
make themselves available for general counsel and encouragement. These volunteers are not
dispensing medical care but are available for general questions and guidance especially when
it may be harder to get to a doctor. Lead contact is Linda Garner, lgarner@wilshirebc.org or
(214) 452-3151.
Food and Supplies Response Team is comprised of volunteers from our Missions and
Advocacy committees who are at the ready to help those who are isolated and need food or
other supplies brought to them. We have identified existing designated and budget funds that
will be used to meet urgent needs of members, such as food and medicine and limited rent
assistance. Lead contact is Heather Mustain, hmustain@wilshirebc.org or (214) 452-3110.
Spiritual Support Response Team is comprised of trained lay leaders and staff who are
available to talk with members who are lonely, scared or just need to talk during this time of
isolation. This is not a substitute for professional counseling. Volunteers will call care receivers
on at least a weekly basis to listen to them and offer emotional support. Other referrals for
additional identified needs will be made to the appropriate teams or staff. Lead contact is Gail
Brookshire, gsbrookshire@gmail.com.
Pray for all Wilshire health care workers
Tanya Benson Deborah Herford Mike Plunk
Gina Biddle Jeff Jones Ross Prater
Cayce Brumley Tori Korson Wingfield Lyn Prater
Joni Cabaniss Desiree Krieger Nancy Quelland
Ann Cossum Micki Lacker Katie Smalling
Karen Cotter Bobby Louder Connie Smith
Kelli Culpepper Hall Linda Martinez Jim Sterling
Joannah DeMent Kim Mason Nancy Stretch
Diana Early Marty McElya Robin Sullens
Janda Edwards Alyssa McElya Claire Tommey
Linda Eggert Sheri McShan Jim Walton
Linda Garner Allison Moore Amy Wilson
Linda Gregory Sheri Mosser Jenny Wolff
Rita Hamilton Monica Mullins Alan Wright
Joey Hamilton Chad Mustain Rebecca Yarbrough
11Wilshire Roots CD
Wilshire’s latest music CD is produced and ready to distribute, but due to the
coronavirus containment efforts, we cannot currently hand them out. Never
fear, though: There is a way to access this music at home.
Venture over to www.wilshirebc.org/wilshire-roots or www.wilshirebc.org/
media/sounds, and you’ll find audio files of the new “Wilshire Roots” CD.
Eventually, these tracks will be available on other commercial digital music
platforms as well as on the physical CDs. But for now, due to limitations on
other distribution methods, you may access them on our website.
“Roots” music isn’t standard fare on Sunday mornings at Wilshire, but it
slips in between the classical hymns and
anthems more often than you would guess. In
the Baptist tradition, our roots come from at
least two streams — one more formal and one
more informal. So it seems natural that those
traditions would merge in our worship even
today. When that happens, you’ll often find
Darren DeMent on the mandolin at the center
of things. For this album, Darren gathered up
some of his frequent collaborators and captured
a few of our congregation’s favorite pieces they
have sung and played in recent years. We often
say Wilshire is “a different kind of Baptist
church.” Here’s evidence yet again.
The album also now is available for purchase
in the iTunes store.
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