The Church at Worship The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; I have a glorious heritage. I bless the LORD who gives me counsel; even at night my heart instructs me. I have set the LORD always before me; the LORD is at my right hand; I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my soul rejoices; my body also dwells secure. For you do not give me up to Sheol, or let your godly one see the pit You show me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy, in your right hand are pleasures for evermore. April 27 11:00 A.M. Second Sunday of Easter United Methodist Women Sunday Join us this summer as we become Storm Trackers and explore how to “weather life” and discover that God is always watching over us come rain, snow, sleet or shine! All camps are held at Epworth By The Sea. The summer camp 5 day forecast promises worship, small groups, in-depth Bible study and much more. As Storm Trackers we will learn how to “weather life’ with a Savior who causes the sun to shine and commands the winds and waves to be still. Our God is faithful come rain or shine! † Offertory Hymn No. 707 Hymn of Promise Offering of Our Tithes & Gifts † Indicates the congregation shall stand. Prelude in E minor We Gather To Meet God Opening Voluntary Hallelujah Chorus † Hymn of Praise No. 310 He Lives Tracy Nault Bonita Lambert ACKLEY MEINEKE Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen. Prayers for the People Dr. Joe Buck IV Act of Praise Women's Choir Rutter For the Beauty of the Earth Responsive Reading from Psalm 16:5-11 The LORD is my chosen portion and my cup; you hold my lot. Dona Archer For more information contact us at the Office of Connectional Ministries at 888-266-76-42 or visit us at http://www.campconnectumc.org/. OLD 100th 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. Liturgical Dance Take Me to the King Beethoven † Affirmation of Faith The Apostles’ Creed 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 † Gloria Patri Mary Katherine Harden Chopin † Doxology Chiming of the Hour News of the Church PROMISE (Children ages 3-5 are invited to Children’s Church.) Reading from the New Testament May 4, at 4:00 p.m. Leia Giddens Tamela Mann God Speaks Through His Word Children’s Message (11:00) Dublin District Conference Children’s Spring Production Lisa McDonald Tracy Nault Please join us Sunday, May 18, at 5:00 p.m. for the musical production of “It’s Cool in the Furnace.” The children have been working hard and are excited to tell the story of Daniel and his friends. We hope to see you there! Proverbs 31:10-31 Message Tracy Nault We Respond To God’s Word Invitation to Christian Discipleship † Closing Hymn No. 369 Blessed Assurance ASSURANCE † Benediction Benediction Response Women's Choir Postlude Bonita Lambert Go Now in Peace Alleluia Oconee Outreach Opportunity Every year Oconee Outreach Opportunity reaches out to people in need in Washington County. This year, we hope you will get involved! Mark your calendars, and register today, to join us July 12-19. The outreach effort will impact families of Washington County in ways they will never forget. All levels of abilities are welcome! Registration forms are available in the office. Contact Matt for more information! Christian love and sympathy is extended to the family of James Goodman upon the loss of his brother-in-law, Rev. Steve Kyzer. Flowers for Worship The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in honor Ben & Nancy Tarbutton’s 50th Wedding Anniversary given by their children & grandchildren. . Next week at Sandersville UMC Sunday, April 27 10:40 a.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal* 11:00 a.m. Worship Service of Celebration* Wednesday, April 30 3:30 p.m. A.S.K. 5:45 p.m. WNS 7:15 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal* *Nursery Provided Sandersville UMC Staff In memory of Mike McCoy given by: Loretta Thiele. In honor of Ben & Nancy Tarbutton’s 50th Wedding Anniversary given by: Mr. & Mrs. W. Tinsley Ellis. Wednesday Night Supper We will continue our DVD series “The Bible” on April 30. Please contact the church office to make your reservations. The cost is $5 for adults, $3 for kids (age 3 - 5th Grade), and kids under age 3 eat free. No family will be charged over $15 for supper. Menu: Grilled Chicken, Macaroni & Cheese, Field Peas, Salad, Roll & Dessert The Youth will provide set-up and dessert. Dr. Shane R. McDonald Director of Music Ministries [email protected] Matt Vos Director of Christian Education/Youth [email protected] Brenda Bruce Administrative Secretary [email protected] Beverly Biggins and Saundera Haywood Nursery Workers Ann Risby Housekeeper Ricky Pinkston Custodian Assisting in Worship Lay Reader Dona Archer Usher Captain Frances Veal Acolytes Ellie Atkinson Anna Beth Tarbutton Children’s Message Lisa McDonald Children’s Church Matt Vos Infant Nursery Volunteer Brittney Price Toddler Nursery Volunteer Natalie Smith Oliver’s Outreach Linda Goodman and Peggy Cheatam Attendance & Stewardship Our Church Family Kelly Atkinson Pastor Joe Buck IV Glenn Bussell Carolyn Craft Ann Davis Pete Hammock Frances Miller Marjorie Wright Friends & Family of the Church The Messenger April 20, 2014 7:00 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. Worship Total Worship Weekly Need: Given This Week: Year to Date Need: Given Year to Date: Pledged: Jim Croome Edna Estes 63 $ $ $ $ $ 282 345 9,680.14 13,379.92 154,882.24 16,737.53 456,043.04 Sandersville United Methodist Church 202 West Church Street P.O. Box 611 Sandersville, GA 31082 (478) 552-3374 (phone) (478) 552-4030 (fax) www.sandersvilleumc.org April 27, 2014 (Jason Alexander’s grandmother) Jean Joiner (Steve Joiner’s mother) Naomi Jordan (Jessalyn Alexander’s niece) Leonard Bill (Tracy Nault’s grandfather) Clayton Olding (Tracy Nault’s fatherr Tara Raffield (Adrienne Smith’s friend) Crystal Stephens (Adrienne Smith’s friend) Bentley Bryant Rev. Tucker Lewis Murray Dukes Matt McGhee (Adam Price’s cousin) Gayle Prince Randy Francis Pat Bryant Stan Kossowsky (Tracy Nault’s cousin’s father-in-law) Charles McGregor (Laurice Wilson’s father) Rev. Lowery Brantley Audrey Cook (Roy Etheridge’s niece) Barbara Taylor Nursing Home Residents Heritage Inn: Betty Barker ECF: Alice Carlson JoAnn Marshall Barbara Turner If you know of someone who needs to be added or removed from the Prayer List, make sure to let Brenda know. Thanks! , NO 9:00 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE Dr. Joe Buck IV Pastor [email protected] In Our Prayers You always have to be careful when you begin a statement with, “I know we have never done it this way before, but...” I did such a thing just a few months ago. Even though it is not designated by the United Methodist Church, UMW Sunday is usually celebrated on the second Sunday in March, which was the second Sunday in Lent this year. Because I had planned a sermon series for Lent, I said, “I know we have never done it this way before, but...” So, this year we did something different, and, in fact, we are doing it this Sunday. We are celebrating UMW Sunday this week, and the UMW will be running the entire worship service at 11:00 a.m. We will not have a 9:00 a.m. service this week as all of our attention will be on the UMW in one service; Sunday school will be at 10:00 a.m. UMW members will be leading worship, playing the organ, teaching the children's sermon, ushering, and I will be participating some as well being that I am designated by The Discipline as a member of the UMW. You do not have to be a UMW member to recognize the tremendous contribution of the women of the UMW. They do so much good in our church, in the community, and around the world. We are celebrating the women of the church this Sunday, so if you don't like women, then don't come to church. Or, to put it another way, if you don't come to worship this Sunday, we will all just assume you don't like women. Seriously, we should all make an effort to be in worship this Sunday to celebrate the UMW. UMW Sunday only comes once a year, and this year it is this Sunday. See you there! Blessings to you, Joe