Split sea
July 7, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
As Pharaoh drew closer, the Israelites looked back and saw the Egyptians marching toward them.
It would have been better for us to work for the Egyptians than to die in the desert!
Don’t be afraid! Stand your ground. Watch the Lord rescue you today!
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The Lord said to Moses, Raise your rod and stretch out your hand over the sea to divide the water so that the Israelites can go through the sea on dry ground. The waters formed a wall for the Israelites on their right and on their left. The Egyptians went into the sea after them.
The Lord threw the Egyptians into a panic, jamming their chariot wheels so that they wouldn’t turn.
Let’s get away from the Israelites, because the Lord is fighting for them!
The Lord said to Moses, Stretch out your hand over the sea so that the water comes back and covers the Egyptian army.
The sea returned to its normal depth and covered Pharaoh’s entire army. The people were in awe of the Lord, and they believed in the Lord and in his servant Moses.
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CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Grand Choeur Théodore Salomé, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
*CALL TO WORSHIP When all seems right in our lives God is present, loving us. When grief overwhelms us, seeking to destroy our faith God is present, loving us. When we are in the wilderness, far from anything familiar God is present, loving us. When we stand at the sea and wonder how our faith will carry us across God is present, loving us. When we arrive at a new place of hope God is present, loving us. *OPENING HYMN | Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah 127 | Cwm Rhondda *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. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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PASTORAL PRAYER
We Offer Our Gifts –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
OFFERTORY | The Pilgrim Church of God K. Lee Scott, composer | Chancel Choir Ensemble The pilgrim church of God, we mount the narrow way, we tread the path that Jesus trod, his call obey: to whom God sent his Son, to whom the Spirit came, who in the faith of Christ are one and in his Name.
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+In this instance, catholic means universal.
His word of life divine shall light and truth impart, and with immortal wisdom shine for mind and heart. So may we live and grow, this grace upon us poured, with heart and mind alike to know and serve the Lord. The work of grace fulfil while life and strength shall last, sustain your pilgrim people still till earth be past; until what grace began shall win its final way, and God complete his perfect plan in endless day. What though the way we tread be dark, or faith be dim? We look to Christ our risen Head and walk with him. So lead your children on in love and truth and grace, to come where Christ himself has gone and see his face.
We Hear God’s Word –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
SPLit sea Dr. Scott Engle
We Feast at the Lord’s Table –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING LORD’S PRAYER HOLY COMMUNION Naïades (Water Nymphs) | Louis Vierne, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist Pastoral | Chevalier Sigismond Neukomm, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
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*CLOSING HYMN | God the Sculptor of the Mountains 2060 | Regent Square *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Allegro, un poco maestos Berthold Tours, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist 5
JULY 7, 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.
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. Joys and Concerns were not printed in the bulletins this weekend. They will be lifted up verbally during our Prayer Time.
WHY I GIVE The St. Andrew community shares why they give to the ministries of the church. My hope and my prayer is that St. Andrew will be there for the next lost soul, such as I, that walks in and finds a new, more meaningful life.
TYPES OF GIVING |
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Help secure the future of our church with your gift to the ministries of St. Andrew.
SPECIAL GIFTS
Includes specifically designated times of the year, such as Christmas and Easter offerings, and capital campaigns, like ChurchOne.
ANNUAL GIFTS
Your recurring tithes and gifts support the life-changing ministries of this church.
FOREVER GIFTS
Invest in the future of St. Andrew ministries, infrastructure, and leadership development.
We invite you to prayerfully consider how your gifts may help us live out our call to be passionate servants of Christ, now and in the future.
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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. standrewumc.org/young-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 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 31 | Doctrinal Presentation, Len Wilson, Creative & Communications Director at St. Andrew
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 |
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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
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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
College Lighthouse | Sundays, 7:00 p.m. College students discuss how to navigate school and young adult life while staying focused on their faith. We will explore scripture, excerpts, and discussion questions throughout the summer. standrewumc.org/News/CollegeLighthouse
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
Travel Ministry Informational Meeting | July 22, 5:30 p.m., Piro Hall 4 | Join Kay Richardson and pastors Robert Hasley and Allison Jean on a Travel Ministry trip to London and Oxford, England; and Dublin, Galway, and Belfast, Ireland in April, 2020. At this informational meeting, we will share all the details of the trip. Contact Kay Richardson at krichardson@ standrewumc.org for more information. standrewumc.org/News/Travel
Young Adults can connect, gather, and grow our faith together in activities throughout the summer. Let’s discover how we can make a difference within the body of Christ and the world. standrewumc.org/young-adults
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Adult Mission Trip | August 8-11 | Rockport/Aransas Pass | St. Andrew will travel to Aransas Pass for a mission trip to provide hurricane relief. You must be 18 or older to attend. Contact Jimmy Decker for more information. standrewumc.org/News/AdultMissionTrip
Camp Impact | July 24-28, Collin County Adventure Camp | High-energy fun and powerful worship make this summer camp a quintessential part of the student ministry. Register online. standrewumc.org/News/CampImpact
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 up to $200 for 50 percent reimbursement, and share your story with others. Visit the Kindling page to learn more. standrewumc.org/kindling
St. Andrew United Methodist Church 5801 W. Plano Parkway | Plano, TX 75093 | 972-380-8001 | standrewumc.org