When I survey the wondrous cross...

Leader: When I survey the wondrous cross, on which the Prince of Glory died,

People: my richest gain I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride.

Leader: God be praised for the wondrous cross, the tree of life,

People: which bears upon itself the scars and wounds of the world,

Leader: yet heals the sick, brings hope to the desperate and comforts the oppressed.

People: God be praised for the cross, which guides the lost, feeds the hungry, and shelters the poor;

Leader: inspires the anxious, illumines the wise, and challenges the fearless;

People: saves the condemned, and meets the need of every age and every land.

Everyone: God forbid that we should glory, except in the cross of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Cry out, people of faith!

Leader: Cry out, people of faith! Rejoice and praise God!

People: If we did not sing praise, the very stones would cry out!

Leader: Cry out, people of faith, for your Savior draws near to Jerusalem.

People: Hosanna! God saves! Blessed is the one who comes in the God's name!

Leader: Blessed is Jesus Christ, who did not turn back for fear of the cross. Let us praise the God who loves us, sharing Christ's sufferings, and facing with courage our path of faith.

People: Hosanna! God saves! Blessed is the One who comes in God's name!

Christ is Risen

Leader: It happened! Jesus was absolutely right!
People: Christ is risen! It was as he said it would be!
Leader: Darkness is gone! Brightness reigns!
People: God’s love has poured over us, bringing us joy and hope!
Leader: We are free from fear and doubt!
People: We are free to celebrate and dance, and shout the Good News: “Christ is Risen!”