Welcome to "Christ-centered, Christ-like; a church that serves the needs of the community." Tabernacle Staff Pastor Rev. Barry Throckmorton [email protected] In emergencies, 868-9345 831 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson, Virginia 23662 www.tabernacleumc.org www.facebook.com/Tabernacle (757) 868-6842 CCLI #2007926 Candidate for Ordained Ministry/Youth Director Brent Staul [email protected] We are glad you are here! Please let us know you are here by filling in the Friendship Register. If you have prayer requests, joys, or concerns such as births, deaths, hospitalizations, or illnesses, please fill out the prayer request cards located in your pew. Director of Ministries Development Rusty Sackett [email protected] Sunday Worship Services The Nursery is available for all services. 8:45 a.m. Early Service 11:00 a.m. Traditional Service 11:00 a.m. Side Door Service Children's Church during the 11:00 services We offer a special worship time for our children ages 4 years 5th grade every Sunday except for Communion Sundays. They begin worship with the congregation at 11:00 a.m. and are led from the services to Children's Worship in room 23 where they may be picked up at 12:00 p.m. Nursery Our nursery is just down the hall from the sanctuary. The nursery is available for infants through age 4 during all Worship Services and the Sunday School hour. Sunday School Sunday School classes for all ages are at 9:45 a.m. We invite you and every member of your family to join us for this time of fellowship and teaching. Youth Youth Fellowship activities for 6th grade through 12th grade are announced each week in the bulletin. You are invited to Interim Choir Director Betsy Forrest [email protected] Side Door Worship Leaders Rich and Susie Mar3n [email protected] [email protected] Secretary/Finance Manager Ann Higginbotham [email protected] Church Office Hours Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Lunch hour may vary, please call ahead. Tabernacle UMC and Common Ground Caféon the web, Facebook, and Twi;er! We would love to include you in our church family. To become a church member, you may either indicate your interest on the Friendship Register, call the church office, or talk to the pastor. To join, you may unite on profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith, or by transfer of your membership from another church. Membership is open to all. Tabernacle United Methodist Church "Christ-centered, Christ-like; a church that serves the needs of the community." October 12, 2014 Welcome to Proclaiming Tabernacle United Methodist Church Old Testament Lesson "Christ-centered, Christ-like; a church that serves the needs of the community." October 12, 2014 Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost 8:45 a.m. ( ♦ Please stand in praise to God for these acts of worship if you are able.) ♦ Psalter (Unison) Psalm 23 (No. 754) Gospel Lesson Matthew 22:1-14 (Pew Bible NT pg. 24) This is the Word of God, for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Preparing Entering “Thank You for the Invitation! ” Sermon Silent Meditation Liturgist Liturgist Pastor Pastor ♦ Hymn No. 441 “What Does the Lord Require” (Hymn of the month) (Please bring your RSVP to the communion rails while the Hymn of the Month is playing. You may spend a few moments in prayer as you feel led. Please join in singing the first stanza of the hymn when everyone has returned to their seats.) (Please write on a prayer card any prayer concerns you wish for pastor to include in this morning’s prayer.) Prelude Praising ♦ Songs of Praise (Please stand.) Hymn No. 189 Hymn No. 174 Isaiah 25:1-9 (Pew Bible OT pg. 652) Promising The Presentation (Please be seated.) We Offer Our Gifts, Our Tithes, and Ourselves “Fairest Lord Jesus” “His Name Is Wonderful” Pastor Offertory Music Welcome Moments Liturgist (Please sign the Friendship Register and then pass it to your neighbor.) ♦ Call to Worship (Responsive) You have been invited to the banquet. This is the feast of life and light. From the streets and the byways, God summoned us. We have come to the banquet that has no end. Alleluia! Liturgist ♦ Pass the Peace Liturgist ♦ Hymn of the Month No. 396 Pastor Anthem “O Jesus, I Have Promised” ♦ Benediction Pastor ♦ Depart to Serve Megan Peterson Praying Pastoral Prayer No. 95 Sending Forth (Greet one another in the name of the Lord.) (During this time, please place your prayer requests in the basket up front.) Tabernacle Beyond the Walls ♦ 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. Pastor The Lord’s Prayer Hymnal No. 895 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. Worship Participants Pianist: Pat Clark Greeters: Susan and George Thomas and Billie and Jerry Borders Ushers: Ned and Helena Motter and Susan and Harris Luscomb Liturgist: Dale Jamison Music Leader: Ben Owen Pastor: Barry Throckmorton Ministers: The Congregation Welcome to October 12, 2014 Tabernacle United Methodist Church Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost Responding in Faith ( ♦ Please stand in praise to God for these acts of worship if you are able.) Gathering Prelude and Procession (A time to quietly prepare our hearts and minds for worship.) (Please write on a prayer card any prayer concerns you wish for pastor to include in this morning’s prayer.) Chancel Choir Welcome Moments Liturgist (Please sign the Friendship Register and then pass it to your neighbor.) ♦ Call to Worship (Responsive) You have been invited to the banquet. This is the feast of life and light. From the streets and the byways, God summoned us. We have come to the banquet that has no end. Alleluia! ♦ Opening Hymn No. 340 Liturgist “What Does the Lord Require” (Hymn of the month) (Please bring your RSVP to the communion rails while the Hymn of the Month is playing. You may spend a few moments in prayer as you feel led. Please join in singing the first stanza of the hymn when everyone has returned to their seats.) ♦ Pass the Peace Pastor Pastoral Prayer Pastor (Greet one another in the name of the Lord.) (During this time, please place your prayer requests in the basket up front.) The Lord’s Prayer No. 895 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. Choral Amen “Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy” Unison Prayer Liturgist O God, in mystery and silence you are present in our lives, bringing new life out of destruction, hope out of despair, and growth out of difficulty. We thank you that you do not leave us alone but labor to make us whole. Help us to perceive your unseen hand in the unfolding of our lives, and to attend to the gentle guidance of your Spirit, that we may know the joy you give your people. Amen. Chancel Choir Tabernacle Beyond the Walls Pastor Reception of Tithes and Offerings Pastor Offertory Music ♦ 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. ♦ Affirmation of Faith Proclaiming the Word Apostles’ Creed We encourage all children to be active in the full worship service. Children from 4 yrs. to 5th grade, at the parent's discretion, may go to Children's Church in room 23 after the children’s message. Old Testament Lesson Isaiah 25:1-9 (Pew Bible OT pg. 652) Psalm 23 (No. 754, Musical Response 2, No. 756 ) Liturgist Liturgist ♦ Hymn of the Month No. 396 No. 881 “O Jesus, I Have Promised” ♦ Benediction Pastor ♦ Choral Response Chancel Choir ♦ Postlude Anthem No. 95 Sending to Serve Children’s Moment ♦ Psalter (Unison) Pastor ♦ Hymn No. 441 Chiming of the Hour (Please remain seated.) Choral Introit “Thank You for the Invitation! ” Sermon 11:00 a.m. “In His Name” Gospel Lesson Matthew 22:1-14 (Pew Bible NT pg. 24) This is the Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Chancel Choir Soloist, Debbie Owen Pastor Worship Participants Organist: Nancy White Pianist: Carroll Edd Emerson Greeters: Carole and Roy Staton and Jessica and Jeff Dail Ushers: Carey Freeman, Charlie French, Bill Jones, and Charlie Murray Crucifer: Peyton Hunt Acolytes: TJ Buettel and Madison Hunt Liturgist: Kim Sperling Choir Director: Betsy Forrest Pastor: Barry Throckmorton Ministers: The Congregation Tabernacle's Contemporary Service October 12, 2014, 11:00 a.m. "Christ-centered, Christ-like; a church that serves the needs of the community." COUNTDOWN Just Say Jesus OPENER God's Not Dead October 31 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Tabernacle UMC WELCOME AND OPENING PRAYER PRAISE AND WORSHIP God You Reign Come Now Is the Time to Worship Awesome God (with children) Children may go to Children’s Church in room 23 after the songs. ANNOUNCEMENTS PRAYER REQUESTS AND OFFERING The Power of Your Love You are invited to Candy Cakewalk Games Hot Dogs Live Music The Greasestones! PRAISE AND WORSHIP The Potter’s Hand SCRIPTURE Matthew 22:1-14 MESSAGE “You’re Wearing That?” CLOSING I Exalt Thee BLESSING Lots and Lots of Safe Halloween FUN For the Family! Sponsored by Tabernacle United Methodist Church 831 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson, Virginia 757-868-6842 www.tabernacleumc.org and www.facebook.com/Tabernacle Announcements † Prayer List † Chip Barton Jaime Benites Jim Byrn Billy Buettel Mike Cross Kevin Dean Dave Elliot Andrew Huffman Leslie Hunt Michael Jacobson Jared Martin Jim Orr Noelle Reeves Stacy Reeves Matthew Spyker Andrew Staton Alex Todd Nicholas Wheeler Prayer Requests Sadie Alexander E. J. Barcus Alma Behler Rosemary Boudreaux Mary & Dick Burnett Curt Claud Pat Claud Fred Durr Karen Fortier Joe Fraga Brenda Hilliard Brenda F. Insley Dale Jamison Jim Keaton Harris Luscomb Marshall family Susie Martin Charlie McDaniels McGovern family George Miller Mary Moore Wes Pak Tabitha Perdue Donna Pitts Rose Robertson Doris Sandy Charles Southall Bob Staul Richard Tisdale Ivy C. Topping, Jr. Rose & Don Tyndall Carolyn & Hoyt Wilson Shut Ins Dominion Village Mary Ann Lynch Maxine Tillotson Sadie Ray Verser The Chesapeake Duddy & Betty Forrest Coliseum Park Marion Hohfeldt Eden Pines Burnette Ellis Five Star Living Kenny Messick Golden Living Mary Robertson Our Lady of P. H. Shirley Freeman St. Frances N. H. Margie Evans The Newport Rehab. Mary B. Edwards Happy Birthday! October 12 Anne Benites October 14 Drew Prosser October 15 Michael Burnett Jim Foley Craig Harker Pres Watkins October 16 Jenny Born October 18 Aubrey Hicks Connor McDaniels Karen Prosser Did we miss your birthday? Call the church office! JOY! 2 cousins born in same week! Joseph “Jett” Park Carpenter V was born on October 2 to happy parents, Amanda and JP Carpenter IV. Warren “Hunter” Allsbrook was born October 8 to happy parents, Danielle and Richie Allsbrook. The cousins’ grandparents are Craig Forrest and Karen Dake and their great grandparents are Bob and Carol Derby. Pastor Barry will be away this week for Convocation. Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays at 9:30 AM All women are invited. Christian Yoga Tuesdays at 6:00 PM in the fellowship hall Free! All are welcome. Prayer Shawl Group Wednesdays at 3:00 PM All are welcome! Susanna Wesley Circle Thursday, October 16 7:30 PM in the fellowship hall. All women are welcome. Fellowship Lunch Tuesday, Oct. 21 11:30 AM at Le Bamboo Bistro Meet at 11:00 am at the church to carpool. York Convalescent Bill Anderson Homebound Patsy Green Mary Moore Martha Sutton Dolly Woolard PAST R’S Send a card to let these folks know they are remembered by their church family: Ivy Topping at 17 Smith Road Poquoson Donald & Rose Tyndall at 1 Insley Circle Poquoson Names will remain on the Prayer List for four weeks. Please call Pastor Barry, 868-6842, for pastoral needs. Charge Conference Sunday, October 26 4:00 PM at Trinity This meeting is open to everyone and all are encouraged to attend. Chancel flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of Frank Lawson by the family. Weekly Calendar Sunday, October 12 7:30 PM UMM Breakfast 8:45 AM Early Service 9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service 11:00 AM Side Door Service 6:00 PM Women’s Chorus Monday, October 13 Columbus Day Office Closed 6:00 PM Scouts 6:30 PM Joy Choir 7:00 PM Troop 28 8:00 PM Venture Crew Tuesday, October 14 Bulletin Deadline 7:30 AM Kiwanis 9:30 AM Women Bible Study 6:00 PM Christian Yoga 7:00 PM Pack 28 CM Wednesday, October 15 2:00 PM Paint Field 3:00 PM Prayer Shawl Group 5:30 PM Wed. Night Dinner 6:00 PM Scouts 6:30 PM Adult Program 7:30 PM Unshackled Practice 7:30 PM Chancel Choir Thursday, October 16 6:30 PM Scouts 7:00 PM Men’s Chorus 7:30 PM Susanna Wesley Circle 8:00 PM AA Friday, October 19 Seafood Festival begins! Parking Lot Fund Raiser for Summer Mission Trip Friday through Sunday Sunday, October 19 Laity Sunday 8:45 AM Early Service 9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service 11:00 AM Side Door Service 6:00 PM Women’s Chorus Monday, October 13 Office Closed Faith in Action Children’s Church Volunteers Sunday, October 12 K4-1 Leader: Adriane Buettel K4-1 Adult: Molly Trant K4-1 Teen Helper Needed 2-5 Leader: Chris McDaniels 2-5 Adult: Angela Staul 2-5 Teen: Eva Zawodny Stewardship Sunday, October 5 Attendance 44 Sunday School 8:45 Early Service 38 83 11:00 Traditional 11:00 Side Door 90 Children’s Church 26 Sunday, October 19 K4-1 Leader: Molly Trant K4-1 Adult: Krista Jensen K4-1 Teen Helper Needed 2-5 Leader: Adriane Buettel 2-5 Adult: Carla Pasqualone 2-5 Teen: Eva Zawodny Giving $ 9,315 General $ 505 Building $ 407 Designated $ 247 Apport'mts. Announcements Support our summer mission team! Park at Tabernacle during the festival only $5 per vehicle! October 17 - 19 Friday: 5:00-10:00 PM Sat.: 10:00 AM-10:00 PM Sunday: 12:30-6:30 PM It's time to sign up to help with the parking during the Seafood Festival October 17 - 19 All youth and adults planning to go on the summer mission trip in 2015 need to take a shift during the Seafood Festival! Please use the form in the bulletin to sign-up or contact Brent Staul, 969-7333. 4-6 able-bodied volunteers are needed on Wednesday, October 15 starting at 2:00 PM to paint the field for Seafood Festival parking (rain date, Thursday, October 16 at same time). Trunk or Treat October 31 Our “Trunk or Treat” will be held on Halloween from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on the church grounds. Last year’s event was a great success. Help us make this year’s event even bigger and reach more children in the community. Unshackled will be playing again and are working on new costumes to be the “Greasetones Band” straight out of the 50s and 60s. Don’t worry about the weather - this event will be held rain or shine. If we have to, we’ll move the entire event indoors. Please spread the word and help us provide the children of our community a safe Halloween alternative. Flyers are on the welcome table to share! New GriefShare Starts Wednesday, October 22 Grief Share, a ministry to reach out to those who have lost a loved one and are seeking support amidst their grief, is being offered at Tabernacle to our community. The next session will begin meeting on Wednesday nights, October 22 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. If you know of anyone who may benefit from a supporting and loving ministry, please share the flyer in your bulletin with them. Thank you to Cindy Zember for volunteering to help Dana Dunham with GriefShare. One more volunteer would be wonderful. To find out more or to register, please contact Dana Dunham, at [email protected] or 871-6965. Laity Sunday offers a chance for members of all ages to pause and consider their own OCTOBER 19 unique calling to ministry within the community of believers. Join us on October 19 as we celebrate the ministry of the laity - your ministry. Volunteers Needed for Trunk or Treat Our Trunk or Treat is less than three weeks away and we only have six vehicles signed up to participate. If decorating your vehicle or being in costume is not for you, that's OK. Volunteers are also needed for games, cake walk, bounce house, setting up and tear down. We are also collecting candy donations now just drop your candy in the bucket in front of Rusty’s office (room 4) and please plan to donate a cake for the cake walk. Please sign up on the bulletin board in the hall by the choir room or contact Rusty Sackett at [email protected] or 868-6842, or use the insert in your bulletin. Announcements Starts at 5:30 PM Please RSVP Programs at 6:30 PM All are welcome on Wednesdays! Please RSVP by Monday noon. See insert for details. Dinner Volunteers Needed Two volunteer groups are needed to host our Thanksgiving Pot Luck Dinner on November 19 and our Christmas Pot Luck Dinner on December 17. Groups wishing to volunteer should contact Rusty at 868-6842 or [email protected]. Wednesday Adult Series “Listen Up!” Part 3 is this week - please see the Wednesday night RSVP insert for details. Life Lessons: 1 Corinthians Adult Class, October 29 This study of the Corinthian Christians by Max Lucado encourages us to learn patience as we see the Corinthians scolded for their sins while at the same time still being encouraged by their faith. The lesson title is “Body of Christ”. There is no book - just come and learn with us on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. Facilitated by Brent Staul. Contemporary Service Worship Leader Tabernacle is seeking a Worship Leader for our Side Door service. This position is responsible for providing dynamic leadership for the praise band and worship team, and is a part-time, salaried position. Please submit resume to [email protected]. Holy-R-Weeee - Help Needed! All children are invited to the special Children’s Church on Sunday, October 26 during the 11:00 worship hour. Parents, please RSVP for your children at the online link below. Anyone may donate supplies for this event treat bags, cupcakes, decorations, etc. A photographer and other volunteers are needed to help during the event. To RSVP and to see what is needed, please go to: http://www.signupgenius.com/ go/30e0a4caca72ba02-holy. For more information contact Adriane Buettel at 945-4085 or [email protected]. Children's Church News Parents – if your children are in Children’s Church, we really need you to step up and volunteer to help. A rotating schedule makes this less burdensome for everyone and also gives everyone Sundays to be in worship. Of course, anyone who enjoys working with children can help. To volunteer go to SignUp Genius: http://www.signupgenius.com/ go/30E0A4CACA72BA02-childrens or contact Adriane at 707-7134. THANK YOU to those of you who have already volunteered! Equal Exchange Reduced Prices! Still available: coffee, hot chocolate, and chocolate bars. You may get them Monday - Thursday during office hours. Senior Forum Tuesday, October 28 10:00 Am-1:00 PM Fellowship Hall Putting you face to face with local resources: HRSH therapy, fall prevention, screening and more. Lunch is provided, so please RSVP to Marie Baker at 534-9764. GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP October 31 from 6:00-8:00 PM Candy, cakewalk, games, bounce house! Live music - Unshackled as the Greasestones Band! More volunteers are needed for Trunk or Treat. Please indicate where you can help. □ □ □ □ □ Decorate your vehicle's "trunk" Greeter / Parking attendant Game Booth Operator Cooking/serving popcorn Cooking/serving hot dogs □ □ □ □ □ Donating candy Donating cakes Cakewalk operator Set up (4:00 PM) Clean up (8:00 PM) All are asked to donate candy and cakes. Candy is being collected now in the front hall by Rusty’s office. Cakes will be collected starting Wednesday, October 30. Name _______________________________________ If you’ve lost someone close to you, or know someone who has, please call us to find out more information about our weekly GriefShare seminar/support group. We know it hurts, and we want to help. YOUR JOURNEY FROM MOURNING TO JOY Meets every Thursday from 7:00 to 8:30 PM from October 22 through February 4 in Room 6 at Tabernacle UMC. Not meeting Nov 26, Dec 24 and Dec 31 There are 13 sessions and you should strive to attend them all. Each session is “self-contained” so you can attend out of sequence if necessary. You can find encouragement and help whenever you begin. This ministry is open to the whole community. All are invited. (please print) Phone(s) _____________ E-Mail ___________________________ Please drop this form in the offering or turn it in to the church office. For questions or to volunteer, please contact Rusty at 868-6842 or [email protected]. To find out more or to register, please contact Dana Dunham at [email protected] or 757-871-6965 or contact the church office. Sponsored by Tabernacle United Methodist Church 831 Poquoson Ave, Poquoson ~ Office phone: 868-6842 www.tabernacleumc.org ~ www.facebook.com/Tabernacle SIGN-UP FORM Seafood Festival Parking October 17-19 Make Wednesday night with us a regular part of your family’s schedule! October 15 Reservation Name: ___________________________________________ Total # in party: ________ Phone: ___________________ E-mail: ___________________________________________ Dinner is $6.00/person or $15.00/family and $6 for each “to-go” meal. To make reservations or cancellations, fill out form and drop it in the offering plate or call the church office, 868-6842, or RSVP on facebook by noon the Monday before the dinner. Parents, youth and all interested adults, This is our annual fund raiser that enables all youth, their chaperones, and young adults to go on the summer mission trip. If you plan to go on the 2015 mission trip, you must help with parking during the Seafood Festival, October 17-19. I also need a parent or parents to assist in getting team members together for the weekend. Parents, please know that our first choice on team members comes from those families willing to assist. Please indicate your family’s choices of shifts to work, complete the form, and return it to the office or drop in the offering plate. BRENT ADULT VOLUNTEERS –TWO ADULTS NEEDED PER SHIFT! DAY Friday, Oct. 17 NAME 3:00-6:00 PM 6:00-9:00 PM Dinner starts at 5:30 PM Provided by: Chef Ronnie and Invert Ministries TIME Saturday, Oct. 18 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 12:00-3:00 PM Menu: Chicken and dumplings with peas and carrots and assorted cakes 3:00-6:00 PM Children’s Menu: Hot dogs and chips 6:00-9:00 PM Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches also available. Sunday, Oct. 19 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 12:00-3:00 PM Wednesday Night Activities 3:00-6:00 PM Stay for fellowship! Nursery available! Adult Study at 6:30 PM Listen Up! Part 3 Pastors are frequently asked, “What do I say when..” The “when” can be a death, terminal illness, serious loss, or a tragedy which occurs in the life of a friend. Better than words, we help best by providing a listening ear and a compassionate presence. This short course in compassion will help participants develop skills needed to LISTEN. Becky and Barry Throckmorton will lead the class. 7:30 PM Rehearsal Unshackled Chancel Choir YOUTH VOLUNTEERS Friday, Oct. 17 3:00-6:00 PM 6:00-9:00 PM Saturday, Oct. 18 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 12:00-3:00 PM 3:00-6:00 PM 6:00-9:00 PM Sunday, Oct. 19 12:00-3:00 PM 3:00-6:00 PM Contact Name: __________________________________________________ Phone numbers: _______________________ ________________________ Email: _________________________________________________________
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