Tower Play June 23, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
Once, all people spoke the same language. When they traveled east, they found a valley in the land of Shinar and settled there.
Let’s make bricks and bake them hard.
Let’s build ourselves a city and a tower that reaches Heaven.
They used bricks for stones and asphalt for mortar.
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Let’s make a name for ourselves so that we won’t be dispersed over all the earth.
Then God came down to see the city and the tower that the humans built.
God said, There is now one people and they all have one language. This is what they have begun to do, and now all that they plan to do will be possible for them. Let’s go down and mix up their language so they won’t understand each other’s language.
Then the Lord dispersed them from there over all of the earth, and they stopped building the city.
That’s how it came to be called Babel, because God turned their language into “babble.” From there, God scattered them all over the world. 3
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Toccata in F Major, BWV 540 J.S. Bach, composer | YunJung Lee, Larry and Susan Hauser Organ Scholar
*CALL TO WORSHIP As the sun endures, and the moon glows, changing days speak of God’s glory. As the rainbow arcs through grey clouds, colors speak of God’s glory. As Earth provides sustaining food, harvest speaks of God’s glory. As people gather to praise God’s name, we sing of God’s glory. *OPENING HYMN | Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee 89 | Hymn To Joy 1 Joyful, joyful, we adore thee, God of glory, Lord of love; hearts unfold like flowers before thee, opening to the sun above. Melt the clouds of sin and sadness; drive the dark of doubt away. Giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day!
3 Thou art giving and forgiving, ever blessing, ever blest, well-spring of the joy of living, ocean depth of happy rest! Thou our Father, Christ our brother, all who live in love are thine; teach us how to love each other, lift us to the joy divine.
2 All thy works with joy surround thee, earth and heaven reflect thy rays, stars and angels sing around thee, center of unbroken praise. Field and forest, vale and mountain, flowery meadow, flashing sea, chanting bird and flowing fountain, call us to rejoice in thee.
4 Mortals, join the mighty chorus which the morning stars began; love divine is reigning o’er us, binding all within its span. Ever singing, march we onward, victors in the midst of strife; joyful music leads us sunward, in the triumph song of life.
*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. *DOXOLOGY Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *Please rise in body or spirit. 4
+In this instance, catholic means universal.
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS SPECIAL MUSIC | Allegro maestoso e vivace from Organ Sonata No. 4 Felix Mendelssohn, composer | YunJung Lee, Larry and Susan Hauser Organ Scholar
We Offer Our Prayers –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CALL TO PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER & LORD’S PRAYER CHORAL RESPONSE
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OFFERTORY | God of Life Franz Joseph Haydn, composer | Chancel Choir God of life! God of might. Merciful God! Honor, laud, and praise to you, infinite merciful God!
We Hear God’s Word –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Tower Play Rev. Arthur Jones
We Go in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP *CLOSING HYMN | In Christ There Is No East or West 548 | Mckee 1 In Christ there is no east or west, in him no south or north; but one great fellowship of love throughout the whole wide earth.
3 In Christ is neither Jew nor Greek, and neither slave nor free; both male and female heirs are made, and all are kin to me.
2 In Christ shall true hearts everywhere their high communion find; his service is the golden cord close binding humankind.
4 In Christ now meet both east and west, in him meet south and north; all Christly souls are one in him throughout the whole wide earth.
*BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Finale from Symphony No. 6 Charles-Marie Widor, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
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JUNE 23, 2019 TRADITIONAL This is a special bulletin for all of you children who are young worshipers today. Follow along and put a
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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 Wedding | Andrew McPhail and Barbara Alexander (June 22) Sympathy | Hal, Nancy, Michelle and Jennifer Kurkowski in the death of mother and grandmother, Marilyn Kurkowski (June 18) Hospital | Bonnie Walker Long-Term Care | Nancy Cates, Dan Cox, Glennys Damewood, John Elder, Mary Eubanks, John Hamilton, Carol Murphy, Jeff Simmons, Emory Walker 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. “There are too many times to count where I have been lifted up in this church in a time of need.”
NEW MEMBERS Ryan & Allison Blair Lauren Brown Kyle & Christie Brusilow Ethan Brusilow Clint & Hannah Chaffin Adam & Rachel Cocek Kate & Allie Cocek AJ Delaosa Jordan & Meredith Finley Jackson & Kate Frye Kevin & Lori Happe Katherine & Logan Happe Brandon King David Mantle Thomas McClain
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Parker Pickens AR & Beverly Porter Alan & Danielle Powell Celine & James Powell Bradley & Adriana Pradel Andrew Ricciardelli Amir Shafiei & Katie Trungale Gonay Shafiei & Lily Trungale Steve & Shirley Shepherd Josh & Georgette Southard Riley & Josh Southard Kevin & Katie Struckhoff JD & Carrie Thomas Jackson, Caleb, & Hailey Thomas Makensey Wilson
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. standrewumc.org/young-adults Woman to Woman Sunday Morning Group | Sunday, June 30, 11:00 a.m. | Join us for brunch at Panera Bread, 1900 Preston Road, Plano 75093. All are welcome! Contact, Sydra Rogers, 214-542-3910. 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 26 | What’s the Ordination Process All About? Led by Rev. Allison Jean and Rev. Jimmy Decker JULY 10 | Summer Mission Trip; Michael Agnew, Student Ministry Director at St. Andrew 17 | Federal Reserve Bank, Dallas; Bus leaves St. Andrew at 10:00 a.m. 24 | Annual Conference Report; Lay Delegates, Tommy and Carolyn Carter 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. 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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St. Andrew Preschool Openings Available | At St. Andrew Preschool, every academic, social, and spiritual seed we plant is part of a foundation that lasts a lifetime. We have limited openings in our 3s and 4s for the 2019-20 year! See the website for more info. standrewumc.org/SAPreschool
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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
Worship Together | June 30 | Parents, bring your children to either the Sanctuary or Smith Worship Center on the fifth Sunday of the month and experience worship as a family. standrewumc.org/News/WorshipTogether
Young Adults Service Opportunity: Project Transformation | July 10, 5:30 p.m., SMU Campus | Support the Project Transformation program by providing dinner to 125 college students who work in ministry helping underserved children. Sign up to serve meals or donate. Volunteers eat free. stanrewumc.org/News/YAService
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 on organ, and the chancel choirs of St. Andrew and Custer Road UMC. Admission is free! standrewumc.org/News/Stars
Wherever you are in your faith journey, Family Ministries would love to walk alongside you. From birth through 18 years, children and students at St. Andrew feel Christ’s love, find a spiritual home, and explore God’s calling in their lives. standrewumc.org/family
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College Lighthouse | Sundays, 7:00 p.m. | College students discuss how to navigate school and young adult life while staying focused on our faith. We will explore scripture, excerpts, and discussion questions throughout the summer. This group is for current college students who have already completed at least one semester. standrewumc.org/News/College-Lighthouse
Grief Care | Thursdays, from July 11-August 29, 6:30-8:00 p.m., Room 120 | If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, you can benefit greatly from meeting with others who understand the deep hurt you feel. Our video-based grief support group meets for an 8-week series. Led by Rev. Jennifer Powell. standrewumc.org/News/GriefCare
Kindling | Spark Tank has evolved into the Kindling Ministry, our community service initiative. What simple act of kindness can you do for someone today? Just act, upload your receipt for reimbursement up to $100, and share your story with others. Visit the Kindling page to learn more. standrewumc.org/kindling
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