1. family and parenting
2. children

OFFERTORY
BLUFFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Meditation on “Showalter”
*DOXOLOGY No. 95
Joey McDonald, Pastor
Richard Inglis, Worship Leader
Randolph Wallace, Guest Organist
November 2, 2014 – 11:00 AM
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21 Sunday after Pentecost/All Saints Sunday – Color: White
SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
Communion Hymn No. 618
*HYMN No. 711
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
*BENEDICTION
CHIMING OF THE TRINITY
*CHORAL RESPONSE
PRELUDE
Make the Sounds of Praise
Robert J. Hughes
INTROIT
Praise Him! People of God
Edwin M. Willmington
Come, Let Us Join Our Friends Above
FOREST GREEN
Greeting
Grace to you and peace from God
who is, and was, and is to come. Amen.
And from Jesus Christ the faithful witness,
the firstborn of the dead, and ruler of kings on earth. Amen.
The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all the saints. Amen.
Prayer
We bless your holy name, O God,
for all your servants who, having finished their course,
now rest from their labors
Give us grace to follow the example
of their steadfastness and faithfulness,
to your honor and glory;
through Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.
ALL SAINTS RECOGNITION and LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES – Tiffany Wilson, handbell ringer
Vivian McDougald Poplin
Charles Roth
Harold Russell Cavanaugh
David Ferrier
Willi Henny
Platt Holden
Lou Pinderski
Daisy Hodge
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In Bright Mansions Above
GATHERING
*HYMN No. 709
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
ANTHEM
(The sound of chimes announces the beginning of worship. During the Prelude and Introit, please keep
silence to allow all worshipers to prepare mind, heart, and body for the worship of God.)
Ben Logan
arr. Roland Carter
Rev. Joey McDonald
Let Us Break Bread Together
African American Spiritual
For All the Saints
SINE NOMINE
Rev. Joey McDonald
Change the World With Love
Joseph M. Martin
Go in peace, go in hope. Change the world with love.
POSTLUDE
Come, Let Us Sing
David Paxton
*Please stand if you are able.
Acolyte: Benjamin Atkins/Jack Bliley/Annabel Court/Jones Saylor
Ushers: Doug Dahl, Sara & BJ Jenkins, Dian Litster
THE CHANCEL CHOIR: Sarah Atkins, Aaron Bliley, Toian Bowser-Alexander, Peggy Chandler,
John Clingerman, Cecil Corson, Joanne Dahl, David Hoffman, June Kirkland, Laura Kollaros, Paula Kremers,
Al Litster, Becky Manley, Lynn McPheeters, Joan Morris, Lourri Norris-Waite, Allyn Perdue, Sylvia Rainey,
Mary Ratliff, Carol Rutgers, Jim Rutgers, Ed Sweers, Sarah Sweers, Jeff Williams.
FLOWERS
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God by the Memorial Committee
in memory of All Saints Sunday.
11/02 – Meredith Inglis (teen)
11/03 – Alex Toirkens
11/04 – Marilyn Owen
11/05 – Robert Lindstrom
11/06 – Laura Kollaros
11/08 – Amber Young
11/10 – Larry Duncan, Alan Ulmer IV (child)
11/05 – Diane & John Craig
11/10 – Angie & John van Zuylen
WELCOME GUESTS!! We are pleased to have you worshiping with us and hope it will be a
meaningful experience for you. Please be sure to sign the attendance book in your row to indicate
your attendance today. Include children, your address & phone number.
BLUFFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
21st SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST/ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
11:00 AM
BLUFFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
21st SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST/ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
11:00 AM
PRAYER CONCERNS
Daniel Alba
Paul Allen
Mike Aycox
Frank Battaglia
Bruce Barstow
Vicki Belk
Betty Bergman
John Bliley
Al Broome
Dot Briggs
John Candage
Charisse Carter
Cody Carter
Anthony Cimino
Louise Cimino
Ashiya Clark
Phillip Colletti
Joan Cook
Terry Coon
Greg Court
Mary Court
Flo Craig
Kim Craig
John Davis
Jane Dean
Bradford Eastman
Haley Ellars
Bruno Etchart
Bob Faunce
Donna Fiero
Karl Fiero
Edward Fitzgerald
Bryan Flinn
Robert Fondry
Luke Freida
Sophie Friday
Dave Fryman
Diane Gettes
Lois Gilot
Bobby Glass
Elouise Goodman
Tricia Graybill
Josh Harper
Debbie Harrell
Cora Henny
Rebecca Clingerman Hill
Amanda Hogshead
Fred Hogshead, Sr
Betty Ann Jenkins
William “Red” Jenkins
Hiram Jones
Baby Kade
Bette Kalmbach
Rachel Kavilie
Jovi Kliesch
Audrey Knowlton
Dan Layne
John Layne
John-Michael Lloyd
Sue Lowden
Matt Lyle
Jim MacKie
Tommy Marcello
Bill Markle
Nancy McCready
Joy Michael
Edward Mieczkowski
Mac Myers
Bill Naert
Sam Nance
Charlotte Parrott
Spencer Peth
Megan Phelphs
Betty Powderley
Larry Powell
Noah Ratliff
Porter Grant Richardson
Mike Robertson
Brittany Robinson
Priscilla Roy
Essie Sanders
Ted Schroeder
Dr. Marc Siegel
Delbert Simpson
Don Snow
Hugh Parker Snow
Bea Story
Carol Sylvester
Sandra Taylor
Al Theiss
Lori Thompson
Julie Urbanski
Harry Walker
Nancy Waters
Wanda Webb
Nana Whalen
Crystal & David Wiseman
Amber Young
Kim Young
Mike & Milton Zapata
Ministry of Encouragement – Let us remember with visits, cards and prayers…
Elouise Goodman, 12 Buck Point Rd., Bluffton, 29910
Christian sympathy and prayers of the pastor and congregation are extended to
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Sarah Sweers & family on the death of her brother, John Kenneth Layne, Sr., Oct. 25 .
Please continue to pray for our brave women & men in the military.
Doug Mayer, civilian – 767 Captain flying US Troops to military bases world-wide. (Roni & Rick Novicki’s son)
Petty Officer 2nd class Jared F. Fouke is attached to the crew of the USS John Warner submarine which is under
construction in Norfolk. He goes out on Temporary Duty assignments on various submarines when the
opportunities arise. He was awarded Junior Sailor of the Quarter and of the Year for 2013. Please continue him
on the prayer list.
Worship Hours 8:45 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.; Adult Sunday School & Men’s Bible Study 9:45 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m.
Church Office: 757-3351, Church Office E-mail – [email protected]; Web Site – http://www.blufftonumc.org
Pastor’s cell – 803-671-1691; email– [email protected]; Pastor’s address: 86 Boundary St, Bluffton SC 29910
Office hours – Mon–Thurs 9:30 a–2:30 p
Mail address: Bluffton UMC, PO Box 368, Bluffton, SC 29910
Bluffton United Methodist Church – 1853-2014 – 161 Years
“The Mission of BUMC is to make disciples for Jesus Christ
by sharing our loving relationship with Him
through all our actions in worship, nurture, education, evangelism and outreach.”
Enter to Worship, Depart to Serve – A “Stephen Ministry” Church
Pastor – Joey McDonald
Lay Leader – Becky McCorkendale
Director of Music – Ella W. Davis
Organist – Greg L. Hollinger
Office Administrator – Pat Simmons
Children’s Coordinator – Melissa Bliley
Nursery Attendants – Sarah Bazemore, Nicole Jozic, Kelly Masotti, Kelly Moeller
NURSERY CARE PROVIDED 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EVERY SUNDAY
Hearing assistance devices are available for your use during worship.
BLUFFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
21st SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST/ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
11:00 AM
BLUFFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
21st SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST/ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
11:00 AM
STEPHEN MINISTRY – Christ caring for people through people....that’s our motto. A Stephen
Minister’s role is to bring God’s love into lives of people who are going through a difficult time.
They listen, encourage, and pray with and for you, and in the midst of this confidential,one-onone, caring relationship, God’s healing love comes pouring through.
If you or someone you know is facing a challenge – large or small – and could benefit from the
caring presence of a Stephen Minister, talk to our Stephen Minister leader, Sara Jenkins 705-2172.
Each week, there is a STEPHEN MINISTER from BUMC assigned to hospital duty.
If you hear of anyone in the hospital this week, Nov. 2 – 8, please call John White, 705-3513.
MIRACLE JARS – The Miracle Jar contributions for October going to Hope Haven of the
Lowcountry amounted to $511.41. November’s Miracle Jars donations will be going to
Bluffton Self Help. For 25 years Bluffton Self Help has been helping neighbors in critical need of
short term financial assistance, food and clothing, while supporting them to become more selfreliant." A Dress for Success workshop, diaper drive, annual Tiger Bass run, free food, collection
of gently used business attire are just some of the ways they support our community. As
always, the Mission Team thanks you for your generous support of our Miracle Jars.
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BUMMs ARE “GOING NUTS” AGAIN!! (This is our 15 year) – Order Forms are in the narthex for
you to reserve your “Golden Kernel Pecans” which will be available in mid-November, just in time
for holiday baking and gifts! In addition to Fancy Large Pieces and Jumbo Halves, we also offer
Chocolate covered, Honey roasted and buckets of Butter roasted pecans. Get your orders in early!! You may
place your form in the offering plate or give it to any BUMM.
HOMEMADE HOLIDAY CANDY – Order forms are in the narthex. – We will be offering Maple
Walnut and Peppermint as well as the ever popular Lowcountry Buckeyes and Coconut Pecan.
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Orders will be ready for pickup on Sunday, Nov. 16 and Sunday, Dec. 7 . The profits this year
will go to buy building materials for Salkehatchie Summer Service.
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TOYS FOR TOTS: Starting Sunday, November 9 , there will be boxes in both the
Narthex and the Fellowship Hall for new and unwrapped toys. The campaign was so
successful last year that the Mission Team decided to do it again this year. The boxes
will remain until Sunday, December 7, 2014. The Marine's will send a speaker to the
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8:45 AM service on Sunday, November 23 . Please start planning on doing your shopping early. Remember
only new and unwrapped toys.
BRUNCH BUNCH – We will meet at Frankie Bones, 1301 Main St., Hilton Head.
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Normal time of 12:30 PM on November 9 . This is always well attended so
reservations are necessary to insure your seating with the group. Call Mary or Bob
Powell at 843-757-0164 or email [email protected].
PRAYER TEAM – We are ready for your requests and your help! •Your Requests – Just contact any or all
of us (listed below) and let us know your concern and we’ll let the team know right away •Your Help – If
you’re interested in joining the team, contact one of us and we’ll get you included.
Pastor Joey – [email protected] – call or text – 803.671.1691
Mickaylla –
[email protected] – call or text – 803.515.4227
Becky –
[email protected] –
call 843.422.6027
THE STARDUST ORCHESTRA will be
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performing here NEXT Sunday, Nov. 9 at
2:00 p.m. Please plan to attend. It promises to
be a great concert!
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ORGAN CONCERT – SUNDAY, NOV. 16 at 4:00 PM. Sponsored by the Low
Country Chapter – American Guild of organist and Holy Family Church, 24 Pope
Avenue, HHI.
If you are available, please plan to attend this exciting organ concert presented
by Francois Olivier. This is a concert to benefit the Low Country American Guild
of Organists Scholarship Fund.
Tickets are $20 and available at these location: •Saint Francis Thrift Store
8 Southwood Park Dr, HHI
•Burkes Main Street Pharmacy
1101 Main St., HHI
•On Call – Ticket reservations:
Email – [email protected]
•At the Door
CHARLESTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (CSO) HOLIDAY BRASS will perform at
Bluffton United Methodist Church on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 7 PM for
a fun, family-friendly concert of favorite Christmas and holiday songs as well
as hymn sing-a-longs.
Seating is general admission and tickets are now available for purchase in the
Fellowship Hall following morning worship or by calling the church office at 7573351. Single tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 6-18. Checks should
be made payable to Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO). For additional
information visit the church web site at www.blufftonumc.org. Mark your
calendars and plan to attend
SEA ISLAND CHAMBER SINGERS – IN CONCERT – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2014 – 7:00 PM
SEA ISLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 81 LADY’S ISLAND DRIVE, BEAUFORT – Donations appreciated.
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 at 5:00 PM
Join in food, fun and fellowship. Bring a dish to share.
Dessert will be provided.
A sign-up sheet is in the narthex. Let us know if we can expect you!
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BLUFFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
21st SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST/ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
11:00 AM
Youth & Children’s
HAPPENINGS
Sunday School for
ages 4-12 are being
combined and will
meet in Nursery 2.
We are still in need
of a leader for our
Junior Youth group
for grades 5 through
7.
The LAB
Youth Group meets
Sunday @ 5:30 PM
Contact James Atkins
843-290-6700.
[email protected]
Toddlers and Two’s Sunday School.
Nursery 1. Ages 3 & under.
Fellowship & Fun
Children 6 & under are welcome in the
nursery following children’s moment.
Children’s Busy Bags are
found in the Narthex. The
bags with the blue
ribbons are appropriate
for ages 3-5. The plain
bags are for ages 6-9.
Please enjoy the bags, but
be sure to leave them
after the service so that
they may be refilled for
the following Sunday.
Thank you!
SAVE THE DATE!!
We are planning a children’s Christmas
program for Sunday, December 21st at 4 p.m.
Be on the lookout for more information.
Parents’
Night Out
Nov. 15th 6-9 p.m.
Bring your children to the
church with a blanket,
pillow, and pjs and enjoy a
night out. They will be fed
dinner and enjoy a movie
with friends. This is a
volunteer activity. If you
wish to bring your
child(ren), you must sign up
for a month of your own to
provide dinner & a movie.
Please consider taking
advantage of this fun
activity!
RSVP:
[email protected]
BLUFFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
21st SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST/ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
11:00 AM
General Budget – Goal each week $6,861 – Offering $4,458.50; Generosity Campaign Fund: $330;
Designated –Mission (Candy): $150; Red Bird Mission School: $12; Graves Loan: $100; Music: $75;
Miracle Jars: $509.41; Benevolent: $100; Poinsettias: $60
Attendance: 8:45: 68; 11:00: 177 Total: 245; Adult SS: 9; Nursery: (8:45) 1; (11:00) 11
Men’s Bible Study: 3; Junior SS: -; Children’s SS: -; 2-3 year old SS: 2
Of Interest this Week
Today 11/02
8:45 AM
Worship Service
Today 11/02
9:45 AM
Adult Sunday School
Today 11/02
9:45 AM
Men’s Bible Study
Today 11/02
10:00 AM
Children’s Sunday School
Today 11/02
11:00 AM
Worship Service
Today 11/02
4-5:00 PM
Bible Study
Today 11/02
5:30 PM
PCA Worship Group
Today 11/02
5:30 – 7:30 PM
LAB Youth Group
Monday 11/03
4:30 – 6:00 PM
Brownie Troup in Fellowship Hall
Monday 11/03
7:00 PM
Wesley Ringer rehearsal
Tuesday 11/04
3:00 PM
Stephen Ministry meeting
Tuesday 11/04
7:00 PM
AA/Alanon
Wednesday 11/05
10 –12 PM
Stardust Band practice
Wednesday 11/05
6:00 PM
Cherub & Covenant Choir rehearsal
Wednesday 11/05
7:00 PM
Chancel Choir rehearsal
Thursday 11/06
7:00 PM
AA/Alanon
Sunday 11/09
8:45 AM
Worship Service
Sunday 11/09
9:45 AM
Adult Sunday School
Sunday 11/09
9:45 AM
Men’s Bible Study
Sunday 11/09
10:00 AM
Children’s Sunday School
Sunday 11/09
11:00 AM
Worship Service
Sunday 11/09
12:30 PM
Brunch Bunch @ Frankie Bones, HHI
Sunday 11/09
2:00 PM
Stardust Orchestra Concert
Sunday 11/09
4-5:00 PM
Bible Study
Sunday 11/09
5:30 PM
PCA Worship Group
Sunday 11/09
5:30 – 7:30 PM
LAB Youth Group
Announcements
TODAY – FIRST SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP & REFRESHMENTS after each of our worship services in
the Fellowship Hall. Please join us during this special time of getting to know one another.
WE WELCOME OUR GUEST ORGANIST, RANDOLPH WALLACE. Randy was born and raised in
the Panama Canal Zone. He attended Florida State (Panama Campus) and graduated with a Bachelor in
Music Education degree from Samford University (Birmingham, AL). Randy earned a Master of Sacred
Music from Southern Seminary (Louisville, KY) where he studied with Dr. Donald Hustad. He has served
as Organist/Director in Methodist, Presbyterian and Lutheran Churches. He has taught Chorus and
General Music in Ohio, North Carolina and South Carolina public schools. Until recently he served for
nine years as Organist and Music Assistant at the Baptist Church of Beaufort.