UNION CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Church Office 748-6329 Pastor Brown 748-1358
January 13, 2008 8:30 AM
PRELUDE: Betty Phinney
ANNOUNCEMENTS: 8:25 AM
*GREETINGS & GATHERINGS: “And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” ISAIAH 35:10 RSV
*CALL TO WORSHIP: Psalm 29 RSV
LEADER: Ascribe to the LORD, O heavenly beings,
ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.
PEOPLE: Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name;
worship the LORD in holy array.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD is upon the waters;
the God of glory thunders, the LORD, upon many waters.
PEOPLE: The voice of the LORD is powerful, the voice of the LORD is
full of majesty.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD breaks the cedars, the LORD breaks the
cedars of Lebanon.
PEOPLE: He makes Lebanon to skip like a calf, and Si'rion like a young wild ox.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD flashes forth flames of fire.
PEOPLE: The voice of the LORD shakes the wilderness, the LORD shakes
the wilderness of Kadesh.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD makes the oaks to whirl, and strips the
forests bare; and in His temple all cry, "Glory!"
PEOPLE: The LORD sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD sits
enthroned as King for ever.
LEADER: May the LORD give strength to His people! May the LORD bless
His people with peace!
*HYMNS OF PRAISE: “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty” #64
“Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” #139
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: The Apostles’ Creed #881
*GLORIA PATRI: #70
UNISON PRAYER “O loving Father, You are the true sun of the world, ever rising, and never going down, who by Your most wholesome appearing and light does nourish and make joyful all things in heaven and in earth: We pray that you will mercifully shine into our hearts, that the night and darkness of sin and the mists of error on every side may be driven away, and that all our life long we may walk without stumbling as children of the light and the day. Gracious Father, as we gather in worship may we focus more fully on Your presence. Help us to listen to Your Spirit so we too can hear Your gracious words of welcome, “Come, follow Me, the Kingdom of God is near.” Open our hearts and enliven our faith that we might follow You in our worship and witness now and every day this week. In Jesus’ strong and tender name who has taught us to pray:”
THE LORD’S PRAYER
SHARING IN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: “And Peter opened his mouth and said: "Truly I perceive that God shows no partiality, but in every nation any one who fears Him and does what is right is acceptable to Him. You know the word which He sent to Israel, preaching good news of peace by Jesus Christ (He is Lord of all), the word which was proclaimed throughout all Judea, beginning from Galilee after the baptism which John preached: how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power; how He went about doing good and healing all that were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him.” ACTS 10:34-48 RSV
Welcoming Our Visiting Friends
Sharing of Our Testimonies, Joys and Blessings
THE CONGREGATION AT PRAYER
Sharing our Prayer Concerns
PRAYER VERSE: “And we are witnesses to all that He did both in the country of the Jews and in Jerusalem. They put Him to death by hanging Him on a tree; ] but God raised Him on the third day and made Him manifest; not to all the people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, who ate and drank with Him after He rose from the dead. And He commanded us to preach to the people, and to testify that He is the one ordained by God to be judge of the living and the dead.” ACTS 10:39-42 RSV
PRAYER CHORUS: “Spirit Song” #347
OFFERTORY VERSE: “To Him all the prophets bear witness that every one who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name.” ACTS 10:43 RSV
OFFERTORY SPECIAL: CD MUSIC
Presentations of Tithes and Offerings
*DOXOLOGY: #95
HYMN OF PREPARATION: “Fairest Lord Jesus” #189
SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 42:1-9 Pew Bible #703
MESSAGE: “Not To Be Served, But To Serve” Pastor Brown
*HYMN OF INVITATION: “Take My Life and Let It Be” #399
ALLELUIA *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE
The altar is open for prayer. You are welcome to come to the Altar, praying for someone or praying for yourself with commitment to Christ for the first time or for rededication of your life to Him. Someone will join you at the Altar to pray with you .
CHURCH CALENDAR for the WEEK of January 20, 2008
TODAY: 8:30 AM First Worship Service
9:50 AM Sunday School
9:30 AM Wesley United Methodist Church Service
11:00 AM Second Worship Service
12:00 PM Fellowship Luncheon
TUES: 6:00 PM Men’s Cell Group/Women’s Group Meetings
WED: 6:00 PM Soup/Supper
6:30 PM Bible Study
FRI: 7:00 PM TV Ministry – Cable Channel 4
CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR: Bettye Tuzza, Paul Marcyan (recovery from surgery), Dr. Roger Chatterton, Irene Boyer, John Pipher, Jean Warfield, Linda Ayer, George Cameron, Patsy Carmon, Irving Rosenbarker, Ernie Peckham, Jr. (Millie Rood’s nephew), Connie Perry, Pamela Jean (Jack and Alice Black’s niece), Bob English, Millie Rood, Jack Black, Ethel Hower, Yvonne Arnold, Rachel Polhamus, Jonathan (Nate Young’s grandson), Orin White, Jeffery Sibley, Diane Ryans, Linda Fisher, Ralph Kocik, June Smith, Chad Grindel (Ray & Betty Fowler’s grandson), Dorothy Sedlacek, Ruth Ross, Alana Otis, Don & Lillian Eckler, Andy & Ann, Eloise & Mahlon Tewksbury and Paul Carpenter.
THOSE SERVING IN IRAQ: Kyle Chanitz, Scott McPherson, Christopher Simser, Jr., Adam Patusko, Nicholas Tokos, pray for our Nation, the unrest in the Middle East, our country, families of those serving in Iraq, Alan Votakpa, Shawn Gent, Jason and Donna, Frank Simser and Kevin McPherson, Rich's 2nd cousin, Kevin is now on his 8th tour in Iraq.
SPECIAL NEEDS : Alex Madison (mass on his kidney), Kim Soundararaj (breast cancer) and Danielle DeGaramo (who has cancer).
PRAYING FOR OUR MISSIONARIES: Linda Geer (Dominican Republic), Dennis Turgeon (Kenya), Doug/Karen (Frisch) Lehman (Africa), Jim /Shawn Ramsay (Georgia/Mission Society), Peter/Esther Pereira (India), Dave/Jean Coles (Indonesia), Neal/Mari Hicks (Japan), Guido/Kim (Warren) Orellana (Ecuador), Dr. Jeff/Marilyn Lester (Medics International), Dr.Terry/Renee Wortz, Elizabeth Salisbury(USA), Gary/Rebecca Mink (Africa), Leroy/Peg Jones (USA), Larry/Marian Byrnes (Indiana/OMS), Christopher/Rashaell Jones (Ecuador).
UNION CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Church Office 748-6329 Pastor Brown 748-1358
January 13, 2008 11:00 AM PRELUDE: Betty Phinney
ANNOUNCEMENTS: 11:00 AM
GREETINGS & GATHERINGS: “And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” ISAIAH 35:10 RSV
*CALL TO WORSHIP: Psalm 29 RSV
LEADER: Ascribe to the LORD, O heavenly beings,
ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.
PEOPLE: Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name;
worship the LORD in holy array.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD is upon the waters;
the God of glory thunders, the LORD, upon many waters.
PEOPLE: The voice of the LORD is powerful, the voice of the LORD is
full of majesty.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD breaks the cedars, the LORD breaks the
cedars of Lebanon.
PEOPLE: He makes Lebanon to skip like a calf, and Si'rion like a young wild ox.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD flashes forth flames of fire.
PEOPLE: The voice of the LORD shakes the wilderness, the LORD shakes
the wilderness of Kadesh.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD makes the oaks to whirl, and strips the
forests bare; and in His temple all cry, "Glory!"
PEOPLE: The LORD sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD sits
enthroned as King for ever.
LEADER: May the LORD give strength to His people! May the LORD bless
His people with peace!
*A TIME OF PRAISE: “Better Is One Day” “Shout To The Lord” “Jesus, Lover Of My Soul”
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: The Apostles’ Creed #881
UNISON PRAYER: “O loving Father, You are the true sun of the world, ever rising, and never going down, who by Your most wholesome appearing and light does nourish and make joyful all things in heaven and in earth: We pray that you will mercifully shine into our hearts, that the night and darkness of sin and the mists of error on every side may be driven away, and that all our life long we may walk without stumbling as children of the light and the day. Gracious Father, as we gather in worship may we focus more fully on Your presence. Help us to listen to Your Spirit so we too can hear Your gracious words of welcome, “Come, follow Me, the Kingdom of God is near.” Open our hearts and enliven our faith that we might follow You in our worship and witness now and every day this week. In Jesus’ strong and tender name who has taught us to pray:”
LORD’S PRAYER
CHOIR ANTHEM: “Follow That Star” Adult Choir
A TIME OF SHARING OF TESTIMONIES AND PRAYER CONCERNS AND
TIME OF PRAYER:
A TIME OF WORSHIPPING WITH OUR TITHES, OFFERINGS AND SPECIAL
MUSIC:
OFFERTORY SPECIAL *A TIME OF WORSHIP: “All Hail The Power”
“More Love, More Power” “Breathe”
SCRIPTURE READING: Isaiah 42:1-9 Pew Bible #703 MESSAGE: “Not To Be Served, But To Serve” Pastor Brown
*HYMN OF INVITATION: “Take My Life and Let It Be” #399
*ALLELUIA *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE
The Altar is open for prayer of commitment and rededication of our lives to Jesus. You are welcome to come to the Altar, praying for someone or praying for self with commitment to Christ for the first time or for rededication of your life to Him. Someone will join you at the Altar to pray with you.
RECORD OF FAITHFULNESS & STEWARDSHIP FOR January 6, 2008
ATTENDANCE:(77/58,135) TOTAL OFFERING:$6,940.81
GENERAL:$3,767.00 DESIGNATED:$3,173.81
THOSE WHO ARE SERVING TODAY: (11:00) AM
WORSHIP LEADER: Debbie Haines
GREETERS: The Sabin Family
NURSERY: Sandhya Naik
USHER: Rich Henry
AUDIO: Bill Jubin
JR. CHURCH: Bill and Abby Woodward______________________________
RECORD OF FAITHFULNESS & STEWARDSHIP FOR January 6, 2008
ATTENDANCE:(77/58,135) TOTAL OFFERING:$6,940.81
GENERAL:$3,767.00 DESIGNATED:$3,173.81
THOSE WHO ARE SERVING TODAY: 8:30 AM
WORSHIP LEADER: Deborah Eckhardt
GREETERS: Bob and Lois Holmes
NURSERY: Betsy Shumaker
USHER: Rex Rosenbarker
AUDIO: Bob Deuel
JR. CHURCH:
YOUTH RALLY-Sunday, January 13 at 5:30 p.m. To be held at First Baptist of Owego, NY. The evening will feature: A light dinner, silly games, The Band "Chosen", Speaker: Christopher Seavey, Davis College Youth Specialist and Professor, Cover Charge for event will be $3/Person. Our youth will gather at the Church parking lot and leave at 5:00 pm.
YOUTH RALLY-April 11, 2008. The rally will be held at the United Methodist Church, Endicott. There will be five National Christian bands performing.
COUPLE’S BANQUET-Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. George Miller. There will be a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
MISSION TRIP-There is a short term mission’s trip, planned for India. It will leave on June 16, 2008 and return on June 30. We will be visiting the two children’s homes, the leper colony and various churches. We are going to visit the Epic Center of the recent violence against Christians in Orissa. We are supporting 160 children in two children’s homes, we are supporting 16 Pastor’s and we are also caring for a small leper colony. The recent report from India they have burned 50 Churches and 1,000 houses belonging to Christians. Over 5,000 people have been made homeless. Please pray for them. JEREMIAH PEOPLE-Will be in concert at Union Center UMC on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The Jeremiah People have wowed audiences for nearly 30 years with their unique style of music, laughter and drama. In their years of ministry service they have brought hard-hitting gospel presentations to millions, healing to families, inspiration to youth, and loving hearts to elderly. Jeremiah People perform in churches, theaters, and auditoriums in nearly 45 states in the nine months that they are commissioned. The mission of the Jeremiah People is to inspire the church, energize the family and challenge believers and non-believers alike with the message of Hope found in Jesus Christ. With their Broadway-style full-length musicals, humorous sketches, professional choreography, and powerful voices, the Jeremiah People truly present a professional, life-changing performance. Under the production management of Colin Hearn, the Jeremiah People will be ministering all across America again this season. The group is comprised of five talented actors and three technical support staff who, in addition to surviving a selective auditioning process, have committed ten months of their lives to taking this message on the road.
RECORD OF FAITHFULNESS & STEWARDSHIP FOR January 6, 2008
ATTENDANCE:(77/58,135) TOTAL OFFERING:$6,940.81
GENERAL:$3,767.00 DESIGNATED:$3,173.81
THOSE WHO ARE SERVING TODAY: 8:30 AM
WORSHIP LEADER: Deborah Eckhardt
GREETERS: Bob and Lois Holmes
NURSERY: Betsy Shumaker
USHER: Rex Rosenbarker
AUDIO: Bob Deuel
JR. CHURCH:
YOUTH RALLY-Sunday, January 13 at 5:30 p.m. To be held at First Baptist of Owego, NY. The evening will feature: A light dinner, silly games, The Band "Chosen", Speaker: Christopher Seavey, Davis College Youth Specialist and Professor, Cover Charge for event will be $3/Person. Our youth will gather at the Church parking lot and leave at 5:00 pm.
YOUTH RALLY-April 11, 2008. The rally will be held at the United Methodist Church, Endicott. There will be five National Christian bands performing.
COUPLE’S BANQUET-Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. George Miller. There will be a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
MISSION TRIP-There is a short term mission’s trip, planned for India. It will leave on June 16, 2008 and return on June 30. We will be visiting the two children’s homes, the leper colony and various churches. We are going to visit the Epic Center of the recent violence against Christians in Orissa. We are supporting 160 children in two children’s homes, we are supporting 16 Pastor’s and we are also caring for a small leper colony. The recent report from India they have burned 50 Churches and 1,000 houses belonging to Christians. Over 5,000 people have been made homeless. Please pray for them. JEREMIAH PEOPLE-Will be in concert at Union Center UMC on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The Jeremiah People have wowed audiences for nearly 30 years with their unique style of music, laughter and drama. In their years of ministry service they have brought hard-hitting gospel presentations to millions, healing to families, inspiration to youth, and loving hearts to elderly. Jeremiah People perform in churches, theaters, and auditoriums in nearly 45 states in the nine months that they are commissioned. The mission of the Jeremiah People is to inspire the church, energize the family and challenge believers and non-believers alike with the message of Hope found in Jesus Christ. With their Broadway-style full-length musicals, humorous sketches, professional choreography, and powerful voices, the Jeremiah People truly present a professional, life-changing performance. Under the production management of Colin Hearn, the Jeremiah People will be ministering all across America again this season. The group is comprised of five talented actors and three technical support staff who, in addition to surviving a selective auditioning process, have committed ten months of their lives to taking this message on the road.
This past weekend, our friends Vin and Sherry
Rosenbarker lost their home
and belongings in a fire. We, as a church family are organizing a benefit
to help Vin and Sherry. This benefit will be held on Saturday, January
26th. Current plans include a bake sale and white elephant sale,
along
with a soup lunch, and possibly a spaghetti dinner. If you are
interested
in donating or helping with the benefit, please contact Robin Bartholomew
at 349-9221. Thank you and God's Blessings.
BENEFIT
Vin & Sherrie Rosenbarker
(Home
destroyed by fire on 1/5/08)
January 26, 2008
Union
Center United Methodist Church
128 Maple Drive, Endicott
10:00-sold out: Bake Sale (Need baked goods)
Soup to go Sale (Need soups)
White Elephant Sale (Need Items)
Silent Auction (Need baskets donated)
(baskets filled with goodies)
Winners will be notified on 1/27/08
4:00-7:00 Spaghetti Dinner (Need Helpers)
For donations or questions call: 349-9221 (Robin) or church office at
748-6329
SIGN UP SHEET ON BULLETIN BOARD IN NARTHEX
This past weekend, our friends Vin and Sherry
Rosenbarker lost their home
and belongings in a fire. We, as a church family are organizing a benefit
to help Vin and Sherry. This benefit will be held on Saturday, January
26th. Current plans include a bake sale and white elephant sale,
along
with a soup lunch, and possibly a spaghetti dinner. If you are
interested
in donating or helping with the benefit, please contact Robin Bartholomew
at 349-9221. Thank you and God's Blessings.
YOUTH RALLY-Sunday, January 13 at 5:30 p.m. To be held at First Baptist of Owego, NY. The evening will feature: A light dinner, silly games, The Band "Chosen", Speaker: Christopher Seavey, Davis College Youth Specialist and Professor, Cover Charge for event will be $3/Person. Our youth will gather at the Church parking lot and leave at 5:00 pm.
YOUTH RALLY-April 11, 2008. The rally will be held at the United Methodist Church, Endicott. There will be five National Christian bands performing.
COUPLE’S BANQUET-Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. George Miller. There will be a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
MISSION TRIP-There is a short term mission’s trip, planned for India. It will leave on June 16, 2008 and return on June 30. We will be visiting the two children’s homes, the leper colony and various churches. We are going to visit the Epic Center of the recent violence against Christians in Orissa. We are supporting 160 children in two children’s homes, we are supporting 16 Pastor’s and we are also caring for a small leper colony. The recent report from India they have burned 50 Churches and 1,000 houses belonging to Christians. Over 5,000 people have been made homeless. Please pray for them. JEREMIAH PEOPLE-Will be in concert at Union Center UMC on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The Jeremiah People have wowed audiences for nearly 30 years with their unique style of music, laughter and drama. In their years of ministry service they have brought hard-hitting gospel presentations to millions, healing to families, inspiration to youth, and loving hearts to elderly. Jeremiah People perform in churches, theaters, and auditoriums in nearly 45 states in the nine months that they are commissioned. The mission of the Jeremiah People is to inspire the church, energize the family and challenge believers and non-believers alike with the message of Hope found in Jesus Christ. With their Broadway-style full-length musicals, humorous sketches, professional choreography, and powerful voices, the Jeremiah People truly present a professional, life-changing performance. Under the production management of Colin Hearn, the Jeremiah People will be ministering all across America again this season. The group is comprised of five talented actors and three technical support staff who, in addition to surviving a selective auditioning process, have committed ten months of their lives to taking this message on the road.
YOUTH RALLY-Sunday, January 13 at 5:30 p.m. To be held at First Baptist of Owego, NY. The evening will feature: A light dinner, silly games, The Band "Chosen", Speaker: Christopher Seavey, Davis College Youth Specialist and Professor, Cover Charge for event will be $3/Person. Our youth will gather at the Church parking lot and leave at 5:00 pm.
YOUTH RALLY-April 11, 2008. The rally will be held at the United Methodist Church, Endicott. There will be five National Christian bands performing.
COUPLE’S BANQUET-Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. George Miller. There will be a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
MISSION TRIP-There is a short term mission’s trip, planned for India. It will leave on June 16, 2008 and return on June 30. We will be visiting the two children’s homes, the leper colony and various churches. We are going to visit the Epic Center of the recent violence against Christians in Orissa. We are supporting 160 children in two children’s homes, we are supporting 16 Pastor’s and we are also caring for a small leper colony. The recent report from India they have burned 50 Churches and 1,000 houses belonging to Christians. Over 5,000 people have been made homeless. Please pray for them. JEREMIAH PEOPLE-Will be in concert at Union Center UMC on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The Jeremiah People have wowed audiences for nearly 30 years with their unique style of music, laughter and drama. In their years of ministry service they have brought hard-hitting gospel presentations to millions, healing to families, inspiration to youth, and loving hearts to elderly. Jeremiah People perform in churches, theaters, and auditoriums in nearly 45 states in the nine months that they are commissioned. The mission of the Jeremiah People is to inspire the church, energize the family and challenge believers and non-believers alike with the message of Hope found in Jesus Christ. With their Broadway-style full-length musicals, humorous sketches, professional choreography, and powerful voices, the Jeremiah People truly present a professional, life-changing performance. Under the production management of Colin Hearn, the Jeremiah People will be ministering all across America again this season. The group is comprised of five talented actors and three technical support staff who, in addition to surviving a selective auditioning process, have committed ten months of their lives to taking this message on the road.
WESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH OFFICE (785-5349) OR (748-6329) PASTOR BROWN (748-1358) January 13, 2008 9:30AM PRE-SERVICE MUSIC 9:25 AM
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
*GREETINGS & GATHERINGS: “And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” ISAIAH 35:10 RSV
*CALL TO WORSHIP: Psalm 29 RSV
LEADER: Ascribe to the LORD, O heavenly beings,
ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.
PEOPLE: Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name;
worship the LORD in holy array.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD is upon the waters;
the God of glory thunders, the LORD, upon many waters.
PEOPLE: The voice of the LORD is powerful, the voice of the LORD is
full of majesty.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD breaks the cedars, the LORD breaks the
cedars of Lebanon.
PEOPLE: He makes Lebanon to skip like a calf, and Si'rion like a young wild ox.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD flashes forth flames of fire.
PEOPLE: The voice of the LORD shakes the wilderness, the LORD shakes
the wilderness of Kadesh.
LEADER: The voice of the LORD makes the oaks to whirl, and strips the
forests bare; and in His temple all cry, "Glory!"
PEOPLE: The LORD sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD sits
enthroned as King for ever.
LEADER: May the LORD give strength to His people! May the LORD bless
His people with peace!
*HYMNS OF PRAISE: “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty” #64
“Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” #139
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: The Apostles’ Creed #881
UNISON PRAYER: O loving Father, You are the true sun of the world, ever rising, and never going down, who by Your most wholesome appearing and light does nourish and make joyful all things in heaven and in earth: We pray that you will mercifully shine into our hearts, that the night and darkness of sin and the mists of error on every side may be driven away, and that all our life long we may walk without stumbling as children of the light and the day. Gracious Father, as we gather in worship may we focus more fully on Your presence. Help us to listen to Your Spirit so we too can hear Your gracious words of welcome, “Come, follow Me, the Kingdom of God is near.” Open our hearts and enliven our faith that we might follow You in our worship and witness now and every day this week. In Jesus’ strong and tender name who has taught us to pray:”
THE LORD’S PRAYER
SHARING IN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: “And Peter opened his mouth and said: "Truly I perceive that God shows no partiality, but in every nation any one who fears Him and does what is right is acceptable to Him. You know the word which He sent to Israel, preaching good news of peace by Jesus Christ (He is Lord of all), the word which was proclaimed throughout all Judea, beginning from Galilee after the baptism which John preached: how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power; how He went about doing good and healing all that were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him.” ACTS 10:34-48 RSV
Welcoming Each Other into the House of the Lord
Sharing Of Our joys and blessings
Sharing our Prayer Concerns
PRAYER VERSE: “And we are witnesses to all that He did both in the country of the Jews and in Jerusalem. They put Him to death by hanging Him on a tree; ] but God raised Him on the third day and made Him manifest; not to all the people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, who ate and drank with Him after He rose from the dead. And He commanded us to preach to the people, and to testify that He is the one ordained by God to be judge of the living and the dead.” ACTS 10:39-42 RSV
MORNING PRAYER
SPECIAL MUSIC: Grant, Mary and Ruth
OFFERTORY VERSE: “To Him all the prophets bear witness that every one who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name.” ACTS 10:43 RSV
Presentations of Tithes and Offerings
*DOXOLOGY #95
*HYMN OF PREPARATION: “Fairest Lord Jesus” #189 SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 42:1-9 Pew Bible #1124
MESSAGE: ““Not To Be Served, But To Serve” Pastor Brown
*HYMN OF INVITATION: “Take My Life and Let It Be” #399
*BENEDICTION
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It is wonderful that you came to worship today at the Wesley UMC. We welcome you in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, whom we serve as our Lord. We pray and trust that you received the rich blessings of the Lord today. May the Lord bless you and keep you as you go into the world to live, serve, and witness. Please plan to join in a time of fellowship and sharing soon after the Worship Service. Please join us next Sunday at 9:30 AM for worship and praise. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors to join us.
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COUPLE’S BANQUET-Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. To be held at Union Center UMC. Guest speaker will be Dr. George Miller. Please call the Church office if you are planning to attend. 748-6329. Thank you.