Ebenezer United Methodist Church

July 28, 2019

Ebenezer United Methodist Church is a

Stephen Ministry Congregation.

Welcome Ministers: 8:30 Tom and Donna Sperow 11:00 Laird and Joan Logue Greeters: 8:30 Sherri Hodgson and Ethel Horsey 11:00 Ushers: 8:30 Curtis Reedy and Rick Guretsky

11:00 William Broelmann and Don Grimes

Worship Leaders: 8:30 Stacy Gates 11:00 Calvin Keeler, Sr.

Flowers today are presented to the Glory of God and

In Loving Memory of Mr. & Mrs. William Broelmann, Jr.

Presented by Bill and Lucy Broelmann and Will and Alisa Broelmann

SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

“Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his faithful,

to those who turn to him in their hearts. Surely his salvation is at hand for those who fear him,

that his glory may dwell in our land. Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet;

righteousness and peace will kiss each other. Psalm 85:8-10

July 28, 2019 __________________ ___ 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

GATHERING Greeting & Announcements Kindly sign our pew registers and pass to your neighbor.

If you are visiting with us today, please sign your name and USPS or e-mail address as we would like to acknowledge you being with us today.

CENTERING MUSIC “Lord’s Prayer” John Michael Talbot Robert Rudolph, Soloist

*CALL TO WORSHIP Come to worship the God of our salvation.

God’s goodness has called us here.

Seek, and you will find. With joy, we sing of Christ’s steadfast love.

Knock, and the door will be opened for you. Here, steadfast love and faithfulness meet.

Ask, and it shall be given to you. Here, righteousness and peace kiss.

Come to worship the God of our salvation. God’s goodness has called us here.

*PRAISE HYMN MEDLEY

UMH 57, vs. 1, 2 “O for A Thousand Tongues to Sing” Azmon UMH 158, vs. 1, 3 “Come, Christians, Join to Sing” Spanish Hymn

UMH 380, vs. 1, 4 “There’s Within My Heart A Melody” Sweetest Name

*PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

God of Wisdom,

you promise to give your Spirit to those who ask. Overwhelm us with your Word,

that we may know you more fully, love you more passionately,

and follow you more closely; in Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

*GOSPEL LESSON Luke 11:1-13

This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

MINISTRY OF MUSIC “Gaither Medley” arr. Ron Case Ron Case, Piano

(8:30) CHILDREN’S CHAPEL

Children K – 3rd grade may leave for Kids Own Worship in Goodley Helms Hall.

MESSAGE Rev. Mary Browne

PRAYER HYMN (UMH 390) “Forgive Our Sins as We Forgive”

alt. tune: Amazing Grace (UMH 378)

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

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.

INVITATION TO THE OFFERING

As we wait for the coming of God’s good reign, we answer the invitation to take part in God’s work,

bringing our tithes and offerings with joyful gratitude.

OFFERTORY HYMN (UMH 314, vs. 1, 2) “In the Garden” Garden

*PRESENTATION OF GIFTS “What Gift Can We Bring” (UMH 87, vs. 4)

Anniversary Song

OFFERING PRAYER Heavenly Giver of All Good Gifts,

we ask you this morning to bless these tithes and offerings, which we give in humble gratitude.

You have listened to us when we’ve prayed, and often we have been far more ready to ask

than to listen for your answer. You know every need and every want.

Loving God, like a parent, you love us enough to not answer every request,

but to give instead that which will lead us to those choices that bring lasting joy.

So, help us to fill every breath with gratitude! We pray in the name of our Savior, Jesus the Christ. Amen.

*SONGS OF SERVICE (TFWS 2218, vs. 1, 4) “You Are Mine” You Are Mine

(TFWS 2236, vs. 1, 2) “Gather Us In” Gather Us In

*DISMISSAL WITH BLESSING

Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet; righteousness and peace will kiss each other.

Go out into the world in peace; have courage;

hold on to what is good; return no one evil for evil;

strengthen the fainthearted;

support the week, and help the suffering; honor all people;

love and serve the Lord, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit.

May the grace of Christ attend you,

the love of God surround you, and the Holy Spirit keep you,

this day and forevermore. Amen.

*GOING FORTH “Psalm XIX” Benedetto Marcello

*please stand, as you are able

bold text indicates congregation response

UMH: The United Methodist Hymnal (red)

TFWS: The Faith We Sing (black)

††This Order of Worship is subject to the direction of the Holy Spirit. ††

Lectionary Scriptures for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost, August 4, 2019:

Hosea 11:1-11; Psalm 107:1-9, 43; Colossians 3:1-11; Luke 12:13-21

Our Prayers

In an effort to list all prayer requests each will appear for 4 weeks as indicated by the number of + after the name

Please pray for family and friends of Barbara Humphreys

Please pray for all Law Enforcement Officers. Please continue to remember all who serve our country in the military,

especially pray for those represented from our congregation.

Missionaries We Support: Matt & Erin Reinders (Unalaska UMC)

Joy & Robert Vargas (Paraguay)

Sue Givens (Paraguay)

Jacquea Akasa Umembudi (Congo)

Valentine Shutsha (Congo)

Catherine & Andy Kellogg (Florida)

Leta Bachman +++

Brian & Chris & Mom +++ Rick Guretsky Holly Jagger ++ Mother & Newborn Son ++ Geoffrey Steggell Sandy Steggell ++

Ongoing Concerns Joshua August Barbara Donald Bogert Roy Brown Ruth Dore Tom Fort, Jr. Victoria “Bo” Fulton Dot Godwin

Kristin Carrie Mack

Howard & Louise Pierce Denise Reedy Haley Richart Zach Trexler Josh Vible Alex Wiant

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Altar Flowers: As many of you may know, altar flowers can be dedicated “in memory

of” or “in honor of” a family member or friend on any Sunday of the year. The dedication appears in the Sunday bulletin of your chosen Sunday. If you wish to make

an altar flower dedication ($40/Sunday), please contact Carol in the church office at

731-9495. Thank you!

Have you done your READINESS 360 yet? Please help by completing this survey as

soon as possible. The survey will be live through August 30.

log in Radiness360.org/survey/login

password 6211643399 If you require assistance, please call Carol in the church office at 302-731-9495.

All year long we collect items for Stockings for Soldiers.

Suggested items of the month:

JULY Small cans of fruit (individual size)

AUGUST More socks - white or black crew socks (men’s and women’s).

The collection box is in the narthex. Thanks for your contributions for this worthwhile project. Monetary donations are always welcome.

Ann Varey 302-540-7488

Next Sunday, Aug 4th, we will celebrate Holy Communion at both the

8:30 and 11:00 services. The offering plates at the front of the center aisle are there to receive your gift to the pastor's discretionary account

used to help members of our community with utility, rent, food, and other appropriate expense assistance.

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On the Calendar, this week….

Sun 07/28 7th Sunday after Pentecost

8:30am Worship Service 11:00am Worship Service

3:00pm Millcroft Ministries Mon 07/29 12:30pm Staff Meeting -- Workroom

5:30pm Slim Sculpt -- CLC Tues 07/30 11:30am AA Meeting -- Room 204

5:45pm Soccer Shots -- Ball Field Wed 07/31 10:00am AA Meeting -- Room 204

11:00am Intercessory Prayer -- Pastor’s Office 5:30pm Slim Sculpt -- CLC

7:30pm Al Anon -- Room 204 Thurs 08/01 9:45am TLC -- CLC

10:00am Visual Arts

6:00pm BSA50 -- CLC 6:45pm NA – GHH & Old Kitchen

Fri 08/02 8:30am Daybreak Counseling -- Lounge 6:00pm BSA50 – GHH / Sleep Over

8:00pm 2x4 Square Dancing -- CLC Sat 08/03 BSA50 – GHH till 4:00pm

9:30pm NA Meeting -- GHH & Old Kitchen

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Looking Ahead

STAY CONNECTED THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA!

Website: www.EbenezerUMCNewark.org and Facebook: Ebenezer UMC Newark. If you have information about an event which you would like featured on the website, please contact Lori Brown loribrown927@msn.com, or Rick Browne at rbrowne646@gmail.com.

Sun 08/04 8th Sunday after Pentecost 8:30am Worship Service

11:00am Worship Service

5:00pm BSA50 -- Room 204 Mon 08/05 11:30am Social Senior Club -- GHH

Tues 08/06 11:30am AA Meeting -- Room 204 5:00pm Deacon Interview Orientation -- Sanctuary

5:45pm Soccer Shots -- Ball Field Wed 08/07 10:00am AA Meeting -- Room 204

7:30pm Al Anon -- Room 204 Thurs 08/08 9:45am TLC -- CLC

10:00am Visual Arts 6:00pm BSA50 -- CLC

6:45pm NA – GHH & Old Kitchen Fri 08/09 8:30am Daybreak Counseling -- Lounge

8:00pm 2x4 Square Dancing -- CLC Sat 08/10 9:30pm NA Meeting -- GHH & Old Kitchen

All our members, ministers Rev. Mary H. Browne, Senior Pastor contact @ eumc_pastor@verizon.net

Robert Rudolph, Music Director contact @ eumc_music@aol.com

Calvin Keeler, Sr., Minister of Visitation Megan Burns, Preschool Director

Megan & Mike Jones, Youth Ministry Carol Coney, Administrative Assistant

Jackie Scott, Facilities Manager Church email:NewarkEbenezerUMC@verizon.net

Phone: 302-731-9495