2020-03-15 bulletin by St. Andrew United Methodist Church

Suffering March 15, 2020 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary

While the world pursues the illusion of a pain-free life, as Christ followers we are honest in knowing that suffering is the way of the world. The story of the cross is a story of suffering, and to be a follower of Jesus is to participate in his sufferings and, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead.

CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name

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OPENING PRAYER

Lord our God, blessed is the one who comes in your name! Gather us in your gentle presence, as a hen shelters her brood beneath her wings. Finish the work you have begun in us so that we may show your glory; through Jesus Christ, our redeemer, our peace. Amen. PRELUDE | Variations on “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” Albert L. Travis, composer | Jody Lindh, organist *OPENING HYMN | Be Still, My Soul 534 | Finlandia | Verses 1-3 Be still, my soul: the Lord is on your side. Bear patiently the cross of grief or pain; leave to your God to order and provide; in every change God faithful will remain. Be still, my soul: your best, your heavenly friend through thorny ways leads to a joyful end. Be still, my soul: your God will undertake to guide the future, as in ages past. Your hope, your confidence let nothing shake; all now mysterious shall be bright at last. Be still, my soul: the waves and winds still know the Christ who ruled them while he dwelt below. Be still, my soul: the hour is hastening on when we shall be forever with the Lord, when disappointment, grief, and fear are gone, sorrow forgot, love’s purest joys restored. Be still, my soul: when change and tears are past, all safe and blessed we shall meet at last. *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. 2

+In this instance, catholic means universal.

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Grace Caroline Farmer, daughter of Danny and Calli Farmer 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. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

We Offer Our Prayers

CALL TO PRAYER CHORAL CALL TO PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD’S PRAYER CHORAL RESPONSE

We Offer Our Gifts

OFFERTORY | How Can I Keep From Singing Taylor Davis, composer | Chancel Choir; Cindy Harder, clarinet My life flows on in endless song; above earth’s lamentation. I hear the clear, though far-off hymn that hails a new creation. Through all the tumult and the strife, I hear that music ringing. It finds an echo in my soul. How can I keep from singing? While though the tempest loudly roars, I hear the truth, it liveth. And though the darkness ‘round me close, songs in the night it giveth. No storm can shake my inmost calm while to that rock I’m clinging. Since love is Lord of heaven and earth, how can I keep from singing? When tyrants tremble sick with fear and hear their death knell ringing, When friends rejoice both far and near how can I keep from singing? In prison cell and dungeon vile our thoughts to them are winging, When friends by shame are undefiled how can I keep from singing?

We Hear God’s Word

WITNESS STORY | David Keene

Suffering

Dr. Scott Engle and Rev. Arthur Jones INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP AND GENEROSITY

We Go in God’s Name

*CLOSING HYMN | He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought 128 | He Leadeth Me | Verses 1-4 He leadeth me: O blessed thought! O words with heavenly comfort fraught! Whate’er I do, where’er I be, still ‘tis God’s hand that leadeth me. Refrain: He leadeth me, he leadeth me, by his own hand he leadeth me; his faithful follower I would be, for by his hand he leadeth me. Sometimes mid scenes of deepest gloom, sometimes where Eden’s bowers bloom, by waters still, o’er troubled sea, still ‘tis his hand that leadeth me. [Refrain] Lord, I would place my hand in thine, nor ever murmur nor repine; content, whatever lot I see, since ‘tis my God that leadeth me. [Refrain] And when my task on earth is done, when by thy grace the victory’s won, e’en death’s cold wave I will not flee, since God through Jordan leadeth me. [Refrain] *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Prelude in F-minor, BWV 534 Johann Sebastian Bach, composer | Jody Lindh, organist Please drop your offering in the offering plates located by the Sanctuary doors. WORSHIP LEADERS Preacher | Rev. Arthur Jones Liturgists | Rev. Allison Jean and Rev. Robert Hasley Musicians | Taylor Davis and Jody Lindh

Community, Cross, and New Creation | Worship Series | Through April 4/5 We are told the Bible is the source of a more fulfilling life, but it is too complicated to understand without God and God’s community walking through it with us. Understanding the Bible as a set of books in their normal order can seem like an almost impossible task. This series looks at three images that are present in every one of the 27 books of the New Testament. Reading the Bible with these three images in mind reveals a consistent moral vision: the promise of a new creation, only possible through community and the cross. Lenten Devotional | Our prayer is that during this Lenten season you will discover Jesus in a deeper way. Join us and read a daily devotional written by St. Andrew ministry leaders. Sign up to receive daily devotionals in your email inbox. standrewumc.org/lent

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 Charlie Jordan Coleman, daughter of Blake and Jordan Coleman and granddaughter of Charles and Elizabeth Daigle (Feb 27) Noah James Smith, son of Kevin and Katie Smith and grandson of Jim and Diane Smith (Feb 27) Health and Healing John Clark Tom Graham Sammi Warren Sympathy Brad, Sandra and Douglas Pierce in the death of mother and grandmother, Joyce Honeywell Butler (Mar 1) Blane and Debra Richard in the death of his mother, Margaret Richard (Mar 5) Doug and Theadis Damewood in the death of his mother, Glennys Damewood (Mar 7) Ron, Cathy, Lori and Amber Goddard in the death of sister and aunt, Christine Gibbs (Mar 8) Long-Term Care Nancy Cates, Dan Cox, John Elder, Mary Eubanks, Carol Murphy, Jeff Simmons and Emory Walker

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.

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

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 Jimmy, jdecker@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/pals MARCH 18 | Stories of Alaska with Gretta Prosser 25 | Rick Steves Travel Adventures United Methodist Women | All are welcome. standrewumc.org/umw LIFT | March 15, 6:30 p.m., Room 131, Managing Media Use at Home with Jayme Johnson Women’s Monday Morning Bible Group | March 30-May 11, 10:00 a.m., Room 131 | First Corinthians: Living Love When We Disagree by Melissa Spoelstra, Sign up online or contact Kathleen, kdmcmahon@msn.com. Childcare available. standrewumc.org/adults 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 United Methodist Men’s Breakfast | Second Saturday of Every Month, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Room 126 | 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 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 begins at 6:00 p.m. standrewumc.org/careercare

“A Little Deeper” Book Club | Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Piro Hall | Our book discussion in March is The Dutch House by Ann Patchett. A light lunch will be served and please bring your own drink. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults Prayer Shawls Available | Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted for individuals experiencing devastating illness or loss of a loved one. Each shawl is prayed over as it is created and again upon completion by our Prayer Shawl Ministry, our church staff, and our pastors. Contact Donna, dfenwick@standrewumc.org. Know Your Number Enneagram Workshop | March 21, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Join St. Andrew, Life in the Trinity Ministry, and Enneagram Teacher Billy Schewee. Cost is $75. standrewumc.org/News/Enneagram Student Ministry tutoring | Student Ministry seeks adult tutors to volunteer during Home Days on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday afternoons, assisting middle school or high school students. Contact Kim Gunnels at kim@yytexas.com if you are interested. standrewumc.org/News/Tutors Easter Egg Hunt Donations | Family Ministries, along with Mom to Mom, will collect candy to fill the 8,000 Easter eggs used in the hunt. Please consider donating snack-sized, individually wrapped candies (Starburst, Skittles, Sweet Tarts, etc.) Please do not donate chocolate, as it will melt. Leave donations in the Preschool lobby, the Children’s Ministry office, or the Student Ministry office. standrewumc.org/News/EggHunt Lift Podcast | We invite you to listen to Lift: A Parenting Podcast, where we ask questions about family and faith. Our discussions, led by Rev. Kim Meyers, guide each of us to finding our rhythm and creating space for God in our home. standrewumc.org/liftpodcast

Fine Arts Camp | July 27-31, 9:00 a.m.–noon | Experience arts, music, drama, choreography, and more at this year’s camp, with guidance from professionals in each field! standrewumc.org/News/FineArtsCamp

GET INVOLVED | standrewumc.org/news Same Page Parent Meeting | March 22, 9:30 a.m., Festival Hall | Parents, our Student Ministry invites you to this meeting, where we will be discussing information and dates for upcoming summer trips and events. standrewumc.org/News/SamePage

Easter Lily Sales | Purchase online 24/7 or in person on Sundays | Support the St. Andrew Student Ministry Scholarship Fund by purchasing Easter lilies. Secure your purchase before the March 15 deadline! Your lilies will brighten St. Andrew worship areas on Easter Sunday, and you may take them home after the last Easter service. Purchase on Sunday mornings at tables in the Narthex and outside Smith Worship Center. standrewumc.org/News/EasterLilies Easter Egg Hunt | April 11, 10:00 a.m.-noon | Join the fun as we invite the community to our annual Mom to Mom egg hunt. We’ll have bounce houses, a petting zoo, and more. Register online. standrewumc.org/News/EggHunt

Middle School Retreat | March 20-22 | All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students are invited to join us for worship, games and fellowship at nearby Glen Lake Camp. Middle schoolers will make friends and bond with high school students whom we specially select as mentors. Register online. standrewumc.org/News/MSRetreat

Summer Camp Registration | Your favorite camps return this summer! Join us for Vacation Bible School, Science Camp, Fine Arts Camp and Summer Fun Days. Register online. standrewumc.org/News/SummerCamps

Worship Together | March 29 | 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

College Care Packages | Support our college students as they study for finals with care packages from our church. Submit student information online by April 5 for them to receive a package. You can get involved by making a monetary donation, donating items, or helping prepare care packages. If you are interested in donating or box preparation, sign up by April 19. standrewumc.org/News/CollegeCarePackages Girls Night Out | April 4, 6:00-9:00 p.m., Student Center | All 8th–12th grade girls are invited to Girls’ Night Out in the new Student Center. Wear your PJ’s and be ready for games, crafts, worship and fellowship with our sisters in Christ. We will discuss what it means to encourage each other in our pursuit of the Lord. Cost is $20, and dinner is provided. standrewumc.org/News/GirlsNight 7

Holy Week and Easter | April 5-12 Maundy Thursday | April 9, 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary Good Friday | April 10, 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary

Easter Weekend

Saturday | 5:30 p.m., Traditional, Sanctuary Sunday *Sunrise, 7:00 a.m., Meditation Garden 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 a.m., Traditional, Sanctuary 9:30 a.m., Contemporary, Smith Worship Center 11:15 a.m., Contemporary, Sanctuary *Childcare is available for Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and all Easter services except Sunrise standrewumc.org/News/HolyWeek

Our Christian DNA | Tuesdays, March 17, 24, 31, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Room 234 | Join Rev. Allison Jean for this weekly class, where we journey into some of the unique theological traditions that shaped our practice of Christianity. We will learn about the Wesleyan movement, early Methodist history, and the faith of ancient Celtic Christians in Ireland. standrewumc.org/ News/DNA Children’s Play Area Grand Opening | March 22, 10:30 a.m. | Come join us for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of our new Children’s Play Area. The ribbon cutting is at 10:40 a.m. Enjoy food for all ages including pigs in a blanket, grilled cheese sandwiches, loaded tater tots, hot dogs, cookies, and a snow cone truck! standrewumc.org/News/PlayArea

Starting Point | 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. For March, classes will be held on March 15, 22, and 29th at 9:30 a.m. in Room 131. standrewumc.org/starting-point

Joining Day Luncheon | March 29, Noon-1:15 p.m., Andy’s Place | This relaxed-setting luncheon will give you the chance to learn more about St. Andrew, meet St. Andrew staff, and get to know other new members. There will be an opportunity to join at the end of the luncheon. standrewumc.org/News/JoiningDayLuncheon

Sunday Morning Groups Matching Day | March 29, 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m., Room 134 | At Matching Day, we take away the barrier of intimidation together and connect people with groups. Our team is here to help you find a group. Light refreshments served. Please register by March 26. standrewumc.org/News/SundayMatching

St. Andrew United Methodist Church 5801 W. Plano Parkway | Plano, TX 75093 | 972-380-8001 | standrewumc.org

Suffering March 15, 2020

9:30 a.m., Smith Worship Center 11:00 a.m., Sanctuary While the world pursues the illusion of a pain-free life, as Christ followers we are honest in knowing that suffering is the way of the world. The story of the cross is a story of suffering, and to be a follower of Jesus is to participate in his sufferings and, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead.

WORSHIP

Might Sound Wild

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Baptism Wyatt Kenneth Niesman, son of Addison and Beth Niesman (9:30) Graham Holden Hekele, son of Eric and Bekah Hekele (11:00) Good Grace Ever Be Broken Vessels (Amazing Grace) Witness Story David Keene SERMON

Preacher Rev. Arthur Jones Worship Leaders Josh Miller Krista Miller Kathryn Beck Keyboard Daniel Porter Electric Guitar Mark Cuthbertson Anthony Plant Bass Guitar TJ Fletcher

Suffering

Drums Collin Gouldin

Choral Benediction

Next Steps Rev. Jimmy Decker (9:30) Rev. Allison Jean (11:00)

Next Steps & Invitation To Generosity Please drop your offering in the baskets as you exit.

PRAYER FOCUS

JOYS AND CONCERNS

PRAYER REQUESTS

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 begins at 6:00 p.m. standrewumc.org/careercare “A Little Deeper” Book Club | Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Piro Hall | Our book discussion in March is The Dutch House by Ann Patchett. A light lunch will be served and please bring your own drink. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults Prayer Shawls Available | Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted for individuals experiencing devastating illness or loss of a loved one. Each shawl is prayed over as it is created and again upon completion by our Prayer Shawl Ministry, our church staff, and our pastors. Contact Donna, dfenwick@standrewumc.org. Student Ministry tutoring | Student Ministry seeks adult tutors to volunteer during Home Days on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday afternoons, assisting middle school or high school students. Contact Kim Gunnels at kim@yytexas.com if you are interested. standrewumc.org/News/Tutors

United Methodist Men’s Breakfast | Second Saturday of Every Month, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Room 126 | 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

Easter Egg Hunt Donations | Family Ministries, along with Mom to Mom, will collect candy to fill the 8,000 Easter eggs used in the hunt. Please consider donating snack-sized, individually wrapped candies (Starburst, Skittles, Sweet Tarts, etc.) Please do not donate chocolate, as it will melt. Leave donations in the Preschool lobby, the Children’s Ministry office, or the Student Ministry office. standrewumc.org/News/EggHunt

GET INVOLVED | standrewumc.org/news

Joining Day Luncheon | March 29, Noon-1:15 p.m., Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place, Room 218 | This relaxed-setting luncheon will give you the chance to learn more about St. Andrew, meet St. Andrew staff, and get to know other new members. There will be an opportunity to join at the end of the luncheon. standrewumc.org/News/JoiningDayLuncheon

Children’s Play Area Grand Opening | March 22, 10:30 a.m. | Come join us for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of our new Children’s Play Area. The ribbon cutting is at 10:40 a.m. Enjoy food for all ages including pigs in a blanket, grilled cheese sandwiches, loaded tater tots, hot dogs, cookies, and a snow cone truck! standrewumc.org/News/PlayArea

Easter Egg Hunt | April 11, 10:00 a.m.-noon | Join the fun as we invite the community to our annual Mom to Mom egg hunt. We’ll have bounce houses, a petting zoo, and more. Register online. standrewumc.org/News/EggHunt

Lift Podcast | We invite you to listen to Lift: A Parenting Podcast, where we ask questions about family and faith. Our discussions, led by Rev. Kim Meyers, guide each of us to finding our rhythm and creating space for God in our home. standrewumc.org/liftpodcast

Same Page Parent Meeting | March 22, 9:30 a.m., Festival Hall | Parents, our Student Ministry invites you to this meeting, where we will be discussing information and dates for upcoming summer trips and events. standrewumc.org/News/SamePage

Easter Lily Sales | Purchase Online 24/7 or in Person on Sundays by Today | Support the St. Andrew Student Ministry Scholarship Fund by purchasing Easter lilies. Your lilies will brighten St. Andrew worship areas on Easter Sunday, and you may take them home after the last Easter service. Purchase on Sunday mornings at tables in the Narthex and outside Smith Worship Center. standrewumc.org/News/EasterLilies

Girls Night Out | April 4, 6:00-9:00 p.m., Student Center All 8th–12th grade girls are invited to Girls’ Night Out in the new Student Center. Wear your PJ’s and be ready for games, crafts, worship and fellowship with our sisters in Christ. We will discuss what it means to encourage each other in our pursuit of the Lord. Cost is $20, and dinner is provided. standrewumc.org/News/GirlsNight

Know Your Number Enneagram Workshop March 21, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Join St. Andrew, Life in the Trinity Ministry, and Enneagram Teacher Billy Schewee. Cost is $75. standrewumc.org/News/Enneagram

Holy Week and Easter | April 5-12 Maundy Thursday April 9, 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary Good Friday April 10, 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary

Easter Weekend

Saturday 5:30 p.m., Traditional, Sanctuary Sunday *Sunrise, 7:00 a.m., Meditation Garden 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 a.m., Traditional, Sanctuary 9:30 a.m., Contemporary, Smith Worship Center 11:15 a.m., Contemporary, Sanctuary *Childcare is available for Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and all Easter services except Sunrise standrewumc.org/News/HolyWeek

Starting Point | Whether today is your first day to attend, or youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. For March, classes will be held on March 15, 22, and 29th at 9:30 a.m. in Room 131. standrewumc.org/ starting-point

Lenten Devotional | Our prayer is that during this Lenten season you will discover Jesus in a deeper way. Join us and read a daily devotional written by St. Andrew ministry leaders. Sign up to receive daily devotionals in your email inbox. standrewumc.org/lent

St. Andrew United Methodist Church 5801 W. Plano Parkway | Plano, TX 75093 | 972-380-8001 | standrewumc.org