EQUIP
Every Day Faith
August 25, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
If Jesus is truly Lord, then the implications impact our entire lives. We cannot keep faith in a box to open up and occasionally use to solve problems. Instead, we must consider our entire lives according to this truth. The risen Lord is a 24/7 reality that effects our commitments, vocations, relationships, and leisure time.
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––----------------------------––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Andante con moto Wilhelm Volckmar, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist *CALL TO WORSHIP We come this summer day as Easter people. We have not encountered the risen Christ, but we see him in the lives of those transformed by grace. We have not seen Jesus face-to-face, but we must acknowledge him in the faces of everyone whose love encourages us. We have not touched the wounds from the cross, but we have been called to bring healing to the scarred of the world. *OPENING HYMN | O Blessed Spring 2076 | Gift Of Love O blessed spring, where Word and sign Embrace us into Christ the Vine: Here Christ enjoins each one to be A branch of this life-giving Tree. Through summer heat of youthful years, Uncertain faith, rebellious tears, Sustained by Christ’s infusing rain, The boughs will shout for joy again. When autumn cools and youth is cold, When limbs their heavy harvest hold, Then through us, warm, the Christ will move With gifts of beauty, wisdom, love. As winter comes, as winters must, We breathe our last, return to dust; Still held in Christ, our souls take wing And trust the promise of the spring. Christ, holy Vine, Christ, living Tree, Be praised for this blest mystery: That Word and water thus revive And join us to your Tree of Life.
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*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 heav’nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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MIDDLE HYMN AND PRAYER | Be Still and Know That I Am God 2057 | Psalm 46 CALL TO PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD’S PRAYER CHORAL RESPONSE
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OFFERTORY | The Call Z. Randall Stroope, composer | Chancel Choir 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. +In this instance, catholic means universal. 3
We Hear God’s Word –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––----------------------------––––––––––––––
Every Day Faith Dr. Scott Engle and Rev. Arthur Jones INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
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*CLOSING HYMN | Make Me a Captive, Lord 421 | Diademata *BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE | Toccata in D Major Ralph Kinder, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist Altar flowers are in honor of Larry and Nancy Schaller’s 65th wedding anniversary.
EQUIP Worship Series | Through September 7/8 | Live well this fall. Get the tools you need for a more joy-filled, fulfilling life through this five-week study of practical ideas for daily living. In these five sermons, learn more about your faith, about parenting, how to deal with pain and loss, and how to live in relationship to other people. Book of the Week Simply Jesus: A New Vision of Who He Was, What He Did, and Why He Matters | By N.T. Wright
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Leading Bible scholar N.T. Wright summarizes 200 years of modern Biblical scholarship and models how Christians can best retell the story of Jesus today. In a style similar to C.S. Lewis’s popular works, Wright breaks down the barriers that prevent Christians from fully engaging with the story of Jesus. For believers confronting the challenge of connecting with their faith today, Wright’s Simply Jesus offers a provocative new picture of how to understand who Jesus was and how Christians should relate to him today.
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 Milestone Celebration Larry and Nancy Schaller on their 65th wedding anniversary (Aug 27) Weddings Rob Grimm and Kristin Halback (Aug 24) | Steve Smith and Heather Davis (Aug 24) Sympathy Sally, Michelle and Scott Hamilton in the death of husband and father, John Hamilton (Aug 17)
Long-Term Care Nancy Cates, Dan Cox, Glennys Damewood, John Elder, Mary Eubanks, 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. I was taught at an early age that I am blessed and it is an obligation of blessed people to give.
TYPES OF GIVING | standrewumc.org/give 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 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 AUGUST 28 | Synergy Wesley Foundation at University Texas at Dallas. Bus leaves church at 10:00 a.m. 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 United Methodist Women | Visit a group this year. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults Sarah Sisters | September 4, 11:00 a.m., Room 126, Welcome Tea and Lunch, RSVP, Louise, louiselinktx@gmail.com or 972-824-6861. Rachel Group | September 9, 7:00 p.m., Room 126, Walk to Emmaus, by Laura Rule LIFT | September 15, 6:30 p.m., Room 131, Welcome Meeting 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. For childcare, contact Defae Weaver, dweaver@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/bible-studies Thursday Morning Bible Group, Fall Study | Thursdays, September 26-October 31, 10:00 a.m., Room 131 | Stories Jesus Told by Greg Carey Learn how to read, interpret, and understand the parables of Jesus. Contact Connie, crobertson@standrewumc.org or 214-291-8004. For childcare requests, contact Defae Weaver, dweaver@standrweumc.org. standrewumc.org/adults “A Little Deeper” Book Club | Wednesday, September 18, 11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m., Room 126 | Our book discussion in September is Becoming Mrs. Lewis, by Patti Callahan. A light lunch will be served and please bring your own drink. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults
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ADULTS | standrewumc.org/news
Connection Groups and Nights Begin the Week of September 15 | In Connection Groups, we discuss practical ways to apply our worship series to our daily lives. Find a group and get involved in Connection Nights on Tuesdays. Here, our team will guide you through a full Connection Group series. standrewumc.org/connectiongroups
Sunday Morning Groups Open House | September 8 | Groups Meet at 8:30, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. | Our community builds relationships and learns together at Sunday Morning Groups. Visit and get to know as many groups as you’d like at Open House! standrewumc.org/News/Openhouse
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. Take a tour, meet church members, and have your questions answered. In September, Starting Point begins the second Sunday of the month, September 8. standrewumc.org/starting-point 7
Kindling Gift Cards | We can share the love of Christ and live out our faith in our community with our Kindling Ministry Gift Card initiative. For $25, purchase a gift card worth $50 to use toward community service. Or, simply give the gift card to someone in need. Purchase cards at the table outside the Narthex on August 25.
Financial Peace University Tuesdays, September 10-November 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Room 131 | Find financial peace with Dave Ramsey’s 9-week, resource management class series. standrewumc.org/News/FinancialPeace
Career Care Open House September 9, 6:00 p.m., Room 131 Whether you want to change careers, or you are unemployed and seeking a new position, we are here for you. standrewumc.org/careercare
St. Andrew United Methodist Church 5801 W. Plano Parkway | Plano, TX 75093 | 972-380-8001 | standrewumc.org