October 19, 2014 Whatever It Takes Acts 20: 7-12 October 19, 2014 Please silence cell phones as we prepare our hearts for worship. Prelude 8:45 *indicates the people standing Passacaglia in C minor Fred Gramann Bells of Bronze; Kathleen Parsons, Cathy Herring and Elizabeth Garvin, directors Greeting Dr. Clayton Oliphint This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. *Hymn 577 God of Grace and God of Glory Time of Prayer Rev. Debra Hobbs Mason The Lord’s Prayer Page 895 United Methodist Hymnal Offering Our Gifts to God (Remember the Extra Dollar) Offertory Music Who Am I Casting Crowns Kyle Henson, solo Who am I, that the Lord of all the earth would care to know my name, would care to feel my hurt? Who am I, that the bright and morning star would choose to light the way for my ever wandering heart? Refrain: Not because of who I am, but because of what you’ve done. Not because of what I’ve done, but because of who you are. I am a flower quickly fading, here today and gone tomorrow A wave tossed in the ocean, a vapor in the wind. Still you hear me when I’m calling. Lord, you catch me when I’m falling And you’ve told me who I am. I am yours, I am yours. Who am I, that the eyes that see my sin would look on me with love and watch me rise again? Who am I, that the voice that calmed the sea would call out through the rain and calm the storm in me? refrain Children’s Time Dr. Oliphint Introduction Eric Vroonland Scripture Acts 20: 7-12 Jen Vroonland This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Sermon Almost Christian: Whatever It Takes Dr. Kenda Creasy Dean Invitation to Christian Discipleship *Hymn 140 Dr. Oliphint Be Thou My Vision Reception of New Members Sending Forth Postlude Dr. Dean A Mighty Fortress J. G. Walther October 19, 2014 Please silence cell phones as we prepare our hearts for worship. Prelude 9:45 11:00 *indicates the people standing Passacaglia in C minor Fred Gramann Bells of Bronze; Kathleen Parsons, Cathy Herring and Elizabeth Garvin, directors Greeting Dr. Clayton Oliphint This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. *Hymn 577 God of Grace and God of Glory *Affirmation of Faith 881 Paige Culp (9:45) Steve Martin (11:00) 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. *universal Special Music Who Am I Casting Crowns Kyle Henson, solo Who am I, that the Lord of all the earth would care to know my name, would care to feel my hurt? Who am I, that the bright and morning star would choose to light the way for my ever wandering heart? Refrain: Not because of who I am, but because of what you’ve done. Not because of what I’ve done, but because of who you are. I am a flower quickly fading, here today and gone tomorrow A wave tossed in the ocean, a vapor in the wind. Still you hear me when I’m calling. Lord, you catch me when I’m falling And you’ve told me who I am. I am yours, I am yours. Who am I, that the eyes that see my sin would look on me with love and watch me rise again? Who am I, that the voice that calmed the sea would call out through the rain and calm the storm in me? refrain Time of Prayer Rev. Debra Hobbs Mason The Lord’s Prayer 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. Offering Our Gifts to God (Remember the Extra Dollar) Offertory Music Bound for the Promised Land arr. Mack Wilberg Chancel Choir; Michael Lightfoot, director Mary Lightfoot and Austin Howard, piano four-hands On Jordan’s stormy banks I stand and cast a wishful eye, to Canaan’s fair and happy land where my possessions lie. There generous fruits that never fail on trees immortal grow; there rocks and hills and brooks and vales with milk and honey flow. refrain: I am bound for the promised land, I’m bound for the promised land, O who will come and go with me? I am bound for the promised land. O the transporting rapturous scene that rises to my sight, sweet fields arrayed in living green and rivers of delight. When shall I reach that happy place and be forever blessed? When shall I see my Father’s face and in His bosom rest? refrain Children’s Time Dr. Oliphint Introduction Eric Vroonland Scripture Acts 20: 7-12 Jen Vroonland This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Sermon Almost Christian: Whatever It Takes Dr. Kenda Creasy Dean Invitation to Christian Discipleship Dr. Oliphint *Hymn 140 Be Thou My Vision Reception of New Members Sending Forth Dr. Dean Postlude A Mighty Fortress J. G. Walther There are two ways offered to become a member of this congregation: - Fill out the Journey With Us card found in the pew back and bring it forward to the pastor during the singing of the closing hymn - Meet Rev. Scroggin in Ogden Fellowship Hall at the close of the 9:45 or 11:00 worship hours Acolytes: Sophie Lawrence and Victoria Harris (8:45) Communion is available in Ogden Fellowship Hall East at 12 (noon) Dr. Rebecca Bruff, minister; assisted by a Stephen Minister Flowers in the Sanctuary are in loving memory of Evelyn Caruthers by Mike & Mary Lou Caruthers and family Flowers in the Shawver Welcome Center are in celebration of the marriage of Emily Grinsfelder and John Ross The “Extra Dollar Concept” represents the way members of First United Methodist Church Richardson, who give to the church monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, annually or by mail, may place “an extra dollar” in the offering plate each Sunday in order to participate in our worship through giving and serve as an example to our children, youth and guests of our love for our church. Please welcome our new members who joined last week: Peggy Klasky, Paula Saunders, Shawn Gordan, Kenton & Julee Grupe, Rosemary Roeske, William & Katie Taylor, Pedzi Mushonga, Sasha Mushonga First United Methodist Church - Richardson - 503 North Central Expressway Richardson, Texas 75080 972 235 8385 www.fumcr.com upcoming opportunities student ministry fumcr.com/events fumcr.com/youth communications Center [email protected] tommy houghteling [email protected] span sr. high camping trip Monthly dinner, parent program and children’s activities for single parents and grandparents. fumcr.com/span men’s fellowship dinner October 21 6pm Shawver Welcome Center Steve Wakefield will give a presentation on his experience climbing Mount Everest. All FUMCR men and their guests are welcome. fall pansy sale Order forms in Shawver Welcome Center or online at fumcr.com/pansy. Sponsored by Woman’s Center and FUMCR Garden Ministry. tamale sale Order forms available at the Shawver Welcome Center. $12 per dozen. Today is last day to order. Pick up Saturday, October 25, 3-5pm. spanish conversation class Mondays, Starting October 27 1pm Rm 213 For further info and registration, please call Barbara at 972-931-5879. fumcr app Use the App to share a prayer request with FUMCR. Available for download now for Android, iPhone and iPad. November 7-9 Cost $20 Register by October 30. spring break ski trip March 6-11 Cost $440 Registration and deposit due by December 30. umyf Tonight 5-7pm Bartula Family Life Center Jr. High and Sr. High Combined family life ministry fumcr.com/familylife Heather canny [email protected] holiday sports camp Registration open for Thanksgiving week and Christmas holiday camps. For ages 5-12. fumcr.com/sports youth basketball league Registration open for Winter basketball league sponsored by FUMCR and YMCA. Practices begin December 8th. Games begin in January. Register online. fumcr.com/sports senior adult ministry women’s conference fumcr.com/senioradults November 8 9am Sanctuary Complex “Living Life to the Fullest” Cost $35. fumcr.com/womensconference rev. fred treviño [email protected] veterans day event October 28 10am-1:30pm Tour VNA Meals on Wheels and wrap Christmas gifts for home-bound clients. November 11 7pm Sanctuary The Veterans Day Ceremony is for all veterans of the church and community, their families and anyone who wants to pay tribute. outreach ministry fumcr.com/mission rev. joy anderson [email protected] NETWORK NEEDS: october Chili, canned corn, spaghetti sauce, flour domestic violence awareness October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Displays and informational material located in the Shawver Welcome Center. international christmas market November 14, 15, & 16 Bartula Family Life Ctr Purchase gift certificates, good for all crafts and merchandise, by contacting Mary Collins at [email protected] or 972-996-0101. Volunteeers needed for market! Sign up online at fumcr.com/market esl Our ESL class is growing! Another ESL teacher is needed Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30am. Class meets at FUMCR. Contact Dee Weaver [email protected] mission project/work day joys & concerns: In the Hospital as of Tuesday, September 16: John Jolly, Tawana Makoni Those who have lost loved ones: The family of Beverly Baggett on her death Colin, Brendan and Dillon McMahan on the death of their father ,Mark McMahan Brenda and Jerry Monk on the death of Brenda’s mother; Tristan Upchurch and Taryn Genovese on the death of their grandmother Nancy and Hal McKay on the death of Nancy’s brother Elena Tyler on the death of her husband, Ray Tyler Those especially needing our prayers: (Names will be listed for three weeks.) Debbi Jackson’s daughter and all healthcare workers at Presbyterian Dallas, those affected by Ebola virus and their families, Joan Cook, Jeri Wakefield’s friend, Christina Jenkins friend, Sharon Boutte’s friend, Jim Johnson’s wife, Robert McCann’s father, Lucy VanKirk’s friends, Erin Marshall’s friend, Louise Lewis, Sheri Adams’ friends, Harry Lewis, James Toney, John Jolly, Una Belcher, Bert Duckett, Janet VanOver’s co-worker, Jeff and Karen Morgan’s daughter, Luella Johnson, Maxine Calame, Beth Smith’s mother, Melinda Bogoslavsky’s mother-in-law, Chelsea Edge, Brendan, Colin and Dillon McMahan, Kaitlin Navarro’s friend, Carol Gill’s brother-in-law and daughter, Mt. View Kairos Weekend, Billie Snow’s friend, Heather Grimsley’s sister, Tommy Atchison’s friend, Jack Orr’s son, Billye Crumlish’s niece and nephew, Ruth Brixey, Blessing Saungweme, Bud Carr’s cousin, Spike Huddleston’s friend, Dee Cummings friend, Heidi Lindh, John Buehner’s friend, Jenny Bernhard’s aunt and friend, Bill Sproull’s brother, Dot Van Norman, Tim Griffy’s friend, Joe and Sharon Snayd’s daughter, Lisa Althaus, Bud and Louise Cramp, Donna Usher, Leslea Hurt, Dalva Mozzer-Coffee, Carol Tate’s father, Rose Marie Benton, Martha Aldridge’s family member, Addie and Donna Reddick, Glenda Frizzell’s husband, Deborah Porter and her father, Melissa Wilson A printed copy of the indefinite prayer list is available on the tables located by the exits of the sanctuary.