Ground Sound July 28, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
Now Jericho was closed up tightly because of the Israelites. No one went out or came in.
Lift up the covenant chest. Have seven priests carry seven trumpets in front of the Lord’s chest.
The Lord said to Joshua, Look. I have given Jericho and its king into your power, along with its mighty warriors…
Go forward and circle the city.
So Joshua called the priests. He made the Lord’s chest circle the city, going around one time. They went back to the camp and stayed there overnight. Don’t shout. Don’t let your voice be heard. Don’t let a word come out of your mouth until the day I tell you, ‘Shout!’
They did this for six days. On the seventh day, they got up at dawn. They circled the city seven times. Then seventh time, the priests blew the trumpets. Then Joshua said to the people,
They shouted and the wall collapsed. The people went up and captured the city. 2
Shout, because the Lord has given you the city!
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Allegro con spirito Johan Helmich Roman, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
*CALL TO WORSHIP Faith, the author of Hebrews tells us, “is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (11:1). It is anything but certain. Did the Israelites step out into the Red Sea, certain that they would feel dry land beneath their toes? Did the Israelite army march around the walls of Jericho, certain that they would come tumbling down? By faith, we hope and dream and make plans. By faith, we face our fears and insecurities. By faith, we till the soil of our lives and plant seeds of love. By faith, we follow where God leads. By faith, we trust that God is present in our midst. By faith, we gather in this place to worship God together. *OPENING HYMN | O Worship the King 73 | Lyons *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. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
We Offer Our Prayers –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CALL TO PRAYER PASTORAL AND LORD’S PRAYER CHORAL RESPONSE
*Please rise in body or spirit.
+In this instance, catholic means universal. 3
We Offer Our Gifts –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
OFFERTORY | The Call Kevin Riehle, composer | Chancel Choir Ensemble Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life; Such a Way as gives us breath, Such a Truth as ends all strife, Such a Life as killeth death. Come, my Light, my Feast, my Strength; Such a Light as shows a Feast, Such a Feast as mends in length, Such a Strength as makes his guest. Come, my Joy, my Love, my Heart; Such a Joy as none can move, Such a Love as none can part, Such a Heart as joys in love.
We Hear God’s Word –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Ground Sound Dr. Scott Engle
SPECIAL MUSIC | Sound the Trumpet Henry Purcell, composer INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
We Go in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
*CLOSING HYMN | Great Is Thy Faithfulness 140 | Faithfulness *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Trumpet Tune Joel Martinson, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
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JULY 28, 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 Births | Nora Caroline Parker, daughter of Neil and Chelsea Parker and granddaughter of James and Jody Vidrine (July 16) | Katherine Olivia Dillon, daughter of Ben and Kelly Dillon (July 18) Sympathy Rick and Abby Tett; Stuart, Laura and Anna Tett; Marshall, Tessa and Maxine Tett; and Justin, Emily and Oliver Levy in the death of mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Lynn Knowlton (July 4) 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. When I came back to St. Andrew after college, I didn’t feel like I had a church home anymore. St. Andrew saw that need from myself and many others, and out of that came the contemporary worship service. standrewumc.org/give
GIVING
standrewumc.org/give ACH Giving | Schedule recurring gifts to the church directly from your checking or savings account with Realm. Change amounts, frequency, and other information. 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 Blood Drive | August 18, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Front of Sanctuary | Carter BloodCare provides life-saving blood components and transfusion services that give hope to people in need. Give life by donating blood. standrewumc.org/News/BloodDrive 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 Women’s Monday Morning Bible Group, Fall Study | Mondays, September 9-October 14, 10:00 a.m., Room 131 | Entrusted: A study of 2 Timothy by Beth Moore | Join us as we learn about the special relationship between Paul and Timothy, the importance of guarding what God has entrusted to us, and how we, too, are a part of God’s plan. Register and order book online by August 26, or contact Kathleen, kdmcmahon@msn.com, 713-851-3240. Registrants after August 26 will need to purchase a book on their own. For childcare, contact Defae Weaver, dweaver@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/bible-studies Women’s Spiritual Growth Group | 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Room 120, New Study beginning September 3 | Lazarus Awakening by Joanna Weaver. Filmed in the Holy Land you will be drawn into the historical and spiritual truths from this story. Contact Dawn Conner at dawnmikeconner@gmail.com. standrewumc.org/bible-studies 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 31 | Presentation, Len Wilson, Creative & Communications Director at St. Andrew AUGUST 14 | Melissa Adams, Middle School Coordinator at St. Andrew 21 | Dallas Morning News, Rudolph Bush, speaker 28 | Synergy Wesley Foundation at University Texas at Dallas. Bus leaves church at 10:00 a.m. 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/career-finance 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. Comic illustration by Briana Williams 9
GET INVOLVED |
standrewumc.org/news
Spark Tank has evolved into the Kindling Ministry, our community service initiative. What simple act of love 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
Back to School Blessing
Back to School Blessing | August 11, At all services | Join us for a special back-toschool blessing for all students and educators. Children will go to their classrooms first and then we will escort them to service. standrewumc.org/News/Blessing
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Children’s Atrium Opening | August 11, 10:40 a.m. Celebrate the opening of our Children’s Atrium, with a ribbon-cutting and snow cones! Together, we celebrate a big step in churchwide renovation and expansion. We will gather for a ribbon cutting in the circle drive near the new children’s entrance. standrewumc.org/News/Atrium
No matter where you are in your faith journey, you can build relationships and grow spiritually through Adult Ministries at St. Andrew. We offer classes, communities, and small groups to help everyone find the right place to connect. standrewumc.org/adults
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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. You don’t have to attend in any particular order. Starting Point classes are usually the first three Sundays of each month, 9:30 a.m. in Room 131. standrewumc.org/starting-point
Young Adults Sunday Brunch | August 11, 12:15 p.m., Coffee House Cafe | Enjoy great food and fellowship at Coffee House Cafe! Select menu, pay in advance. All young adults are welcome! Register by August 8. Contact Allison Jean for more information. standrewumc.org/News/YABrunch
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, jdecker@standrewumc.org for more information. standrewumc.org/News/ AdultMissionTrip
St. Andrew United Methodist Church 5801 W. Plano Parkway | Plano, TX 75093 | 972-380-8001 | standrewumc.org