Love Does
EQUIP
September 8, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
In an age of shouting, learning to listen and empathize is a step forward. But our stance toward other people cannot end with simply feelings or thoughts. Love is truly experienced when it is put into practice. When we engage with others in a real way in the world each day, life becomes both interesting and well-lived.
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––----------------------------––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Grand Triumphal Chorus Alexandre Guilmant, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist *OPENING HYMN | How Can We Name a Love 111 | Terra Beata 1 How can we name a Love that wakens heart and mind, indwelling all we know or think or do or seek or find? Within our daily world, in every human face, Love’s echoes sound and God is found, hid in the commonplace.
3 When people share a task, and strength and skills unite in projects old or new, to make or do with shared delight, our Friend and Partner’s will is better understood, that all should share, create, and care, and know that life is good.
2 If we awoke to life built on a rock of care that asked no great reward but firm, assured, was simply there, we can, with parents’ names, describe, and thus adore, Love unconfined, a father kind, a mother strong and sure.
4 So in a hundred names, each day we all can meet a presence, sensed and shown at work, at home, or in the street. Yet every name we see, shines in a brighter sun: In Christ alone is Love full grown and life and hope begun.
*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
*Please rise in body or spirit. 2
+In this instance, catholic means universal.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Timothy Jack Lanford, son of Ross and Abby Lanford We are happy to celebrate your entrance into Christ’s holy church and welcome you into this church family. With you we renew our vows to uphold the church through worshiping, connecting, serving, and giving. With God’s help, we will shape our lives to follow the example of Christ, to surround you in steadfast love, so you may grow in the faith, and be confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to abundant life. Sung Response Jesus loves me still today, walking with me on my way, wanting as a friend to give light and love to all who live. Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so.
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PASTORAL PRAYER
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OFFERTORY | Pilgrims’ Hymn Stephen Paulus, composer | VOCES8 Scholars and Chancel Choir Even before we call on your name to ask you, O God, when we seek for the words to glorify you, you hear our prayer; unceasing love, O unceasing love, surpassing all we know. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Even with darkness sealing us in, we breathe your name, and through all the days that follow so fast, we trust in you; endless your grace, O endless your grace, beyond all mortal dream. Both now and forever, and unto ages and ages. Amen.
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Love Does
Rev. Robert Hasley
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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING LORD’S PRAYER HOLY COMMUNION | VOCES8 Scholars Live the Questions | Jake Runestad, composer Nunc Dimittis | Paul Smith, composer A Hymn to the Virgin | Benjamin Britten, composer 3
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
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*CLOSING HYMN | The Gift of Love 408 | Gift of Love *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Toccata in D Major Marcel Lanquetuit, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
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 Love Does | By Bob Goff Light and fun, unique and profound, here is a set of paradigm shifts, musings, and stories from one of the world’s most delightfully engaging and winsome people. What fuels his impact? Love. But it’s not the kind of love that stops at thoughts and feelings. Bob’s love takes action. Bob believes Love Does. When Love Does, life gets interesting. Each day turns into a hilarious, whimsical, meaningful chance that makes faith simple and real.
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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 Birth | Astrid Kathleen Blair, daughter of Ryan and Allison Blair (Sept. 3) Health & Healing | Patricia Faldon 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. Simply being there in times of need and being present makes this church a 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 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 SEPTEMBER 11 | Sonoma House Alzheimer Care, Deborah Howell 18 | North Texas UMC Conference Office, Church Planting, Matt Temple. Leave church at 10 a.m. 25 | Project Transformation, Lauren Richard United Methodist Women | Visit a group this year. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/umw 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 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/biblegroups United Methodist Men | September 14, 9:00 a.m., Cavanaugh Flight Museum | If you would like to join us sign up by September 11. Contact Gary Brooks, gbrooks713@aol.com or 214-850-5834. standrewumc.org/umm Mom to Mom | Mom to Mom provides a positive atmosphere for sharing ideas, discussing common struggles and embracing the delights of raising children. We are open to all mothers looking for spiritual growth and friendship. Check the website for group meeting days and times. standrewumc.org/News/momtomom “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/bookclub 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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Third Grade Bible Presentation Sept. 15, Sanctuary and Smith Worship Center | We present third graders with personalized Bibles in one of our most beloved United Methodist Church traditions. standrewumc.org/ News/ThirdGradeBible
Marriage Enrichment Seminar Sept. 20, 6:00-8:30 p.m., Andy’s Place | Keynote speaker and dinner is included. Childcare for Date Night the following night is available for a small fee. standrewumc.org/News/ marriageseminar
412 | Sundays, 5:30 p.m. | We invite middle school students to hang out with friends and grow closer to our church family. Events are held at various locations throughout the semester. standrewumc.org/news/412
Handbell Choir Returns | Handbell Choir rehearsals resume Sunday, September 22. Come by to learn more about our group. No experience is necessary! For more information, email tdavis@standrewumc.org.
Lighthouse | 7:00 p.m., Various Homes and Nights | High school students – grow in your relationships with Christ and with friends in these small groups. Groups are student-led and meet on a weekly basis. standrewumc.org/ news/lighthouse
Messenger of Hope Golf Tournament | Oct. 7, Firewheel Golf Park | Support the Messenger of Hope Scholarship Fund, which helps make college a financial possibility for promising students. standrewumc.org/ News/MoHGolf 7
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Connection Groups and Nights Begin the Week of Sept. 15 | In Connection Groups, we discuss practical ways to apply our worship series to our daily lives. Seeking a group? Attend Connection Nights on Tuesdays. standrewumc.org/connectiongroups
Starting Point | 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. Find out more on our website. standrewumc.org/ starting-point
Joining Day Luncheon | Sept. 29, Noon-1:15 p.m., Andy’s Place | Attend this free, relaxed-setting luncheon to learn more about St. Andrew, meet St. Andrew staff, and get to know other new members. standrewumc.org/ News/JoiningDayLuncheon
Grief Care | Thursdays Beginning Sept. 12, 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. standrewumc.org/ griefcare
Career Care Open House Sept. 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
Financial Peace University Tuesdays, Sept. 10 Through Nov. 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