Come
to the
Table
June 2, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary Studies have shown the bonding power of gathering at a table with other people. It is the beginning point of intimacy. Just as King David invited his disabled friend’s son to sit at his table like his own son, when Christ the King invites us to the table, he is inviting us to be fully known. As sons and daughters, we don’t have to bring something to the table.
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Overture to Royal Fireworks G.F. Handel, composer | Imperial Brass and Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist *OPENING HYMN | Come and Find the Quiet Center 2128 | Beach Spring Come and find the quiet center in the crowded life we lead, find the room for hope to enter, find the frame where we are freed: clear the chaos and the clutter, clear our eyes, that we can see all the things that really matter, be at peace, and simply be. Silence is a friend who claims us, cools the heat and slows the pace, God it is who speaks and names us, knows our being, touches base, making space within our thinking, lifting shades to show the sun, raising courage when we’re shrinking, finding scope for faith begun. In the Spirit let us travel, open to each other’s pain, let our loves and fears unravel, celebrate the space we gain: there’s a place for deepest dreaming, there’s a time for heart to care, in the Spirit’s lively scheming there is always room to spare! *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. PRAYER OF CONFESSION Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. We have failed to be an obedient church. We have not done your will, we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love, we have not loved our neighbors, and we have not heard the cry of the needy. Forgive us, we pray. Free us for joyful obedience, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
*Please rise in body or spirit. 2
+In this instance, catholic means universal.
(All pray in silence.) Hear the good news: Christ died for us while we were yet sinners; that proves God’s love toward us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! Glory to God. Amen. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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PASTORAL PRAYER
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OFFERTORY | A Song for Saint Cecilia Bradley Ellingboe, composer | Chancel Choir From harmony, from Heav’nly harmony This universal frame began: From harmony to harmony Through all the compass notes it ran, The diapason closing full in man. But oh! what art can teach What human voice can reach The sacred organ’s praise? Notes inspiring holy love, Notes that wing their Heav’nly ways To mend the choirs above. As from the pow’r of sacred lays The spheres began to move, And sung the great Creator’s praise To all the bless’d above; So when the last and dreadful hour This crumbling pageant shall devour, The trumpet shall be heard on high, The dead shall live, the living die, And music shall untune the sky.
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Come to the Table
Dr Scott Engle and Rev. Arthur Jones
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We Feast at the Lord’s Table –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING LORD’S PRAYER HOLY COMMUNION Quintet | Michael Kamen, composer | Imperial Brass Prayer of St. Gregory | Alan Hovhaness, composer; S. Frazier, arranger | Imperial Brass Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr, BWV 663 | J.S. Bach, composer | YunJung Lee, Larry and Susan Hauser Organ Scholar
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INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP *CLOSING HYMN | This Is My Father’s World 144 | Terra Beata *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Toccata Craig Phillips, composer | Imperial Brass and Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
Worship Series | June 1/2-15/16 | The old saying “blood is thicker than water” is a misquote. The full saying is, “the blood of the covenant is thicker than the water of the womb.” In other words, in Jesus, we redefine what we mean by blood, from shared DNA of our familial ties to the shared covenant of Christ’s blood shed for us. When we follow Jesus, we inherit a new family of fellow believers. We have a place at the table. We find that we belong. We are a child of a living and loving God. The community of faith is what church is all about. 4
PRAYER FOCUS
Need Prayer? No need is too big or too small for God. If you need help in this area of your life, our pastors and Prayer Team are available to pray for you. Please send your Prayer Request as directed below.
JOYS AND CONCERNS
Births | Cooper Matthew Karnes, son of Kevin & Suzanne Karnes (May 22) Michael David Bean, son of Jason and Becca Bean (May 21) Weddings | Ryan McCue and Lauryn DesChamps (June 1) Randy Wallace and Kimberly Tipps (June 1) Sympathy | Rick, Andrea, Kennedy, Brody and Berkley Hogle in the death of mother and grandmother, Donna Geabhart (May 20) Jack and Maryanne Pfeffer in the death of Jack’s brother, David Pfeffer (May 22) Long-Term Care | Nancy Cates, Dan Cox, Glennys Damewood, John Elder, Mary Eubanks, John Hamilton, Carol Murphy, Jeff Simmons and Betty White
PRAYER REQUESTS
You may share a joy, a concern or a sorrow by visiting our website at standrewumc.org/prayer or by calling our prayer line at 214-291-8044. Your requests are lifted up by our pastors and Prayer Team each week.
WHY I GIVE The St. Andrew community shares why they give to the ministries of the church. I give to the church to help my friends and family and local community.
ACH Giving | Schedule recurring gifts to the church directly from your checking or savings account with simple, secure setup in Realm. You can change amounts, frequency, and other information using your phone or desktop computer. In the Giving section of Realm, select checking or savings in the dropdown menu to get started. Learn more about Realm on our website. standrewumc.org/realmconnect
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GROUPS | standrewumc.org/news Young Adults Common Grounds | Sundays, 10:40-11:00 a.m., Parlor | Come grab a cup of coffee and visit with other young adults at St. Andrew, conveniently in common to both the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services. Meet new people and learn more about upcoming Young Adults events and activities. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group | 1st/3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Room 120 | Fight Back with Joy by Margaret Feinberg. This DVD study teaches us how to use joy to fight life’s battles. Contact Dawn Conner, dawnmikeconner@gmail.com. Childcare request, contact Defae Weaver, dweaver@standrweumc.org. standrewumc.org/adults PALS (People with Active Lifestyles) | Wednesdays (Except First of Month), 10:00 a.m. Room 131 | Senior adults connect through educational, cultural, and social opportunities. Contact Allison, ajean@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/pals JUNE 12 | Movie and Popcorn Day 19 | Dallas Heritage Museum; Bus leaves St. Andrew at 10:00 a.m. 26 | What’s the Ordination Process All About? Led by Rev. Allison Jean and Rev. Jimmy Decker Career Care Ministry | Mondays, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Room 131 | This free, weekly support/ coaching group helps those who are out of work or mis-employed and seeking a career change. New Member Orientation at 6:00 p.m. in Room 133. standrewumc.org/support United Methodist Men’s Breakfast | Second Saturday of Every Month, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Room 126 | United Methodist Men (UMM) endeavors to awaken, inspire, challenge, train, and support men as they strive to become more Christ-like in their daily living. standrewumc.org/men Scripture FIT | Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m., Andy’s Place | A fun aerobic workout for women to contemporary Christian music that will energize your body and soul. Bring yourself and a friend; no registration required. Contact Patti Loftin, patti@scripturefit.com. Childcare available; contact Defae, dweaver@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/adults Prayer Shawl Ministry | Third Tuesday of Every Month, 10:00 a.m., Room 120 | Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted for individuals experiencing devastating illness or loss. If you don’t know how to knit or crochet, we can teach you. You may also knit or crochet on your own and donate shawls to the ministry. Contact Cathy Goddard, goddardcc@yahoo.com.
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GET INVOLVED | standrewumc.org/news
Fine Arts Camp | July 15-19, 1:00-4:00 p.m. Experience arts, music, drama, choreography, and more, with guidance from professionals in each field! Register online. standrewumc.org/news/FineArtsCamp
Student Summer Activities | Grow your faith alongside friends in worship, recreation, and more! See the 2019 Summer Guide for a full schedule. standrewumc.org/students
Young Adults Podcast Club | Tuesdays Beginning June 11, 7:00 p.m., Room 237 Gather each week throughout the summer to discuss podcasts. We welcome all young adults (20s/30s). No registration is needed. For questions, contact Allison Jean at ajean@ standrewumc.org.
Stars and Stripes Concert | June 30, 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary | Celebrate July 4th as patriotic tunes fill the Sanctuary. Hear from Imperial Brass, Dr. Jonathan Gregoire, and the chancel choirs of St. Andrew and Custer Road UMC. Admission is free! standrewumc.org/news/stars
Travel Ministry | October 13-20 | Join us for a Uniworld river cruise this October along the Rhine, traveling from Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam with daily included excursions. Questions? Contact Kay Richardson at krichardson@ standrewumc.org for more information.
Sunday Morning Groups | 8:30, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. | Get involved this summer by visiting our Sunday Morning Groups, which meet weekly. Each group is unique, so we encourage you to check out more than one. standrewumc.org/sunday-school 7
Joining Day Luncheon | June 9, Noon-1:15 p.m., Festival Hall | This relaxed-setting luncheon will give you the chance to learn more about St. Andrew, meet St. Andrew staff, and get to know other new members. There will be an opportunity to join at the end of the luncheon. standrewumc.org/News/JoiningDayLuncheon
Starting Point | Whether today is your first day to attend, or you’ve been a longtime member, learn about who we are as a church in our three Starting Point classes. You’ll tour the campus, meet church members, and have your questions answered. standrewumc.org/starting-point
Storehouse of Collin County 10th Anniversary | The Storehouse of Collin County, a non-profit organization serving our Collin County neighbors, celebrates its 10th anniversary! Visit the website to see what’s ahead. thestorehousecc.org/love
St. Andrew United Methodist Church 5801 W. Plano Parkway | Plano, TX 75093 | 972-380-8001 | standrewumc.org