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Gary United Methodist Church 16th Sunday of Pentecost September 24, 2017 9:00 & 11:00 AM *Please stand as you are able. Congregation reads bold print. Congregational song books are the hard cover Hymnal and the smaller flexible book, The Faith We Sing, both found in the pew racks. Prelude Meditation on “My Shepherd Will Supply My Need” Robert Hebble Mission and Ministry at Gary Church Introit (9:00) This Is the Day Less Garrett Cherub Choir; Claire Austin, piano (11:00) I Will Rise Chris Tomlin arr. Courtney/Hasseler Celebration Singers and Chancel Choir Women Melinda Keske, Cindi Copeland, and Vickie Austin, solos *Call to Worship Whether we embrace God’s call in our lives or try to avoid it, God is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Whether we are longtimers or latecomers in the life of faith, God is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Whether our lives in Christ are comfortable or bring hardship, God is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. We praise God’s name forever and ever! † *Hymn Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing 400 Dedication of Our Tithes and Offerings (9:00) I Will Rise Chris Tomlin arr. Courtney/Hasseler Celebration Singers and Chancel Choir Women Melinda Keske, Cindi Copeland, and Vickie Austin, solos There's a peace I've come to know. Though my heart and flesh may fail, there’s an anchor for my soul. I can say, “It is well.” Jesus has overcome, and the grave is overwhelmed. The victory is won, He is risen from the dead. I will rise when He calls my name, no more sorrow, no more pain. I will rise on eagle’s wings, before my God fall on my knees and rise, I will rise. There’s a day that’s drawing near, when this darkness breaks to light, and the shadows disappear, and my faith shall be my eyes. And I hear the voices of many angels sing “Worthy is the Lamb,” and I hear the cry of every longing heart, “Worthy is the Lamb.” (11:00) Christ hath a garden Carl Smith Chancel Choir Christ hath a garden walled around, a paradise of fruitful ground, chosen by love and fenced by grace from out the world’s wide wilderness. Like trees of spice his servants stand, there planted by his mighty hand; by Eden’s gracious streams that flow to feed their beauty where they grow. Awake, O wind of heaven, and bear their sweetest perfume through the air; stir up, O south, the boughs that bloom, till the beloved Master come; that he may come and linger yet among the trees that he hath set; that he may evermore be seen to walk amid the springing green. ~ Isaac Watts *Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God all creatures here below; praise God above ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen *Hymn Go Forth for God 670 (Stanzas 1, 2, and 3) *Benediction *Postlude Toccata on OLD HUNDREDTH Robert Hebble † Reprinted by permission of Westminster John Knox Press from Feasting on the Word® Worship Companion. Copyright 2013 Opening Prayer Generous God, you come to us again and again, no matter how late it is in the day or in our lives. Calling to us, gathering us in, you give us your good work to do, daily bread, and abounding grace. Increase in us a generous spirit so that we may do your work with joy alongside others whom you also love. We celebrate your salvation not only in our lives, but also in the lives of other people, even those we had not imagined could be included in the kingdom you are bringing. Align us with your ways and help us receive your gift of justice and mercy as good news. In Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. † Scripture Lesson Jonah 3:10-4:11 Pew Bible p. 775 *Matthew 20:1-16 p.825 This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! Readers: Bobbi Wheatley (9:00), Nancy Conley (11:00) *Hymn of Faith There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy 121 (9:00) Children Preschool 3’s–Grade 5 are invited to come forward during the hymn. After the Children’s Time, those in Grades 4–5 will worship with their families, while children Preschool 3’s–Grade 3 may follow their leaders downstairs to Kids’ Church. (11:00) Children are invited to worship with their families during this service. Children’s bulletins and activity bags are available from the ushers. Childcare is available for newborn–2 yrs. from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the lower level. Children’s Time (9:00) Carey Bebar Sermon “It’s Just Not Fair” Rev. Dr. Chris Pierson Pastoral Prayer 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, for ever. Amen.
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Gary United Methodist Church
16th Sunday of Pentecost
September 24, 2017 9:00 & 11:00 AM
*Please stand as you are able.
Congregation reads bold print.
Congregational song books are the hard cover Hymnal and the smaller flexible book,
The Faith We Sing, both found in the pew racks.
Prelude Meditation on “My Shepherd Will Supply My Need”
Robert Hebble
Mission and Ministry at Gary Church
Introit
(9:00) This Is the Day Less Garrett Cherub Choir; Claire Austin, piano
(11:00) I Will Rise Chris Tomlin
arr. Courtney/Hasseler
Celebration Singers and Chancel Choir Women Melinda Keske, Cindi Copeland, and Vickie Austin, solos
*Call to Worship
Whether we embrace God’s call in our lives or try to avoid it,
God is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in
steadfast love.
Whether we are longtimers or latecomers in the life of faith,
God is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in
steadfast love.
Whether our lives in Christ are comfortable or bring hardship,
God is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in
steadfast love. We praise God’s name forever and ever!†
*Hymn Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing 400
Dedication of Our Tithes and Offerings
(9:00) I Will Rise Chris Tomlin
arr. Courtney/Hasseler
Celebration Singers and Chancel Choir Women Melinda Keske, Cindi Copeland, and Vickie Austin, solos
There's a peace I've come to know. Though my heart and flesh may fail, there’s an
anchor for my soul. I can say, “It is well.” Jesus has overcome, and the grave is
overwhelmed. The victory is won, He is risen from the dead. I will rise when He calls
my name, no more sorrow, no more pain. I will rise on eagle’s wings, before my God fall
on my knees and rise, I will rise. There’s a day that’s drawing near, when this darkness
breaks to light, and the shadows disappear, and my faith shall be my eyes.
And I hear the voices of many angels sing “Worthy is the Lamb,”
and I hear the cry of every longing heart, “Worthy is the Lamb.”
(11:00) Christ hath a garden Carl Smith Chancel Choir
Christ hath a garden walled around, a paradise of fruitful ground, chosen by love
and fenced by grace from out the world’s wide wilderness. Like trees of spice his
servants stand, there planted by his mighty hand; by Eden’s gracious streams that
flow to feed their beauty where they grow. Awake, O wind of heaven, and bear their
sweetest perfume through the air; stir up, O south, the boughs that bloom, till the
beloved Master come; that he may come and linger yet among the trees
that he hath set; that he may evermore be seen to walk amid the springing green.
~ Isaac Watts
*Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
praise God all creatures here below;
praise God above ye heavenly host;
praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen
*Hymn Go Forth for God 670 (Stanzas 1, 2, and 3)
*Benediction
*Postlude Toccata on OLD HUNDREDTH Robert Hebble
†
Reprinted by permission of Westminster John Knox Press from Feasting on the Word® Worship Companion. Copyright 2013
Opening Prayer
Generous God, you come to us again and again, no matter how late
it is in the day or in our lives. Calling to us, gathering us in, you give
us your good work to do, daily bread, and abounding grace. Increase
in us a generous spirit so that we may do your work with joy
alongside others whom you also love. We celebrate your salvation not
only in our lives, but also in the lives of other people, even those we
had not imagined could be included in the kingdom you are bringing.
Align us with your ways and help us receive your gift of justice and
mercy as good news. In Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.†
Scripture Lesson Jonah 3:10-4:11 Pew Bible p. 775
*Matthew 20:1-16 p.825
This is the word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God!
Readers: Bobbi Wheatley (9:00), Nancy Conley (11:00)
*Hymn of Faith There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy 121
(9:00) Children Preschool 3’s–Grade 5 are invited to come forward during the hymn.
After the Children’s Time, those in Grades 4–5 will worship with their families, while
children Preschool 3’s–Grade 3 may follow their leaders downstairs to Kids’ Church.
(11:00) Children are invited to worship with their families during this service.
Children’s bulletins and activity bags are available from the ushers.
Childcare is available for newborn–2 yrs. from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the lower level.
Children’s Time (9:00) Carey Bebar
Sermon “It’s Just Not Fair” Rev. Dr. Chris Pierson
Pastoral Prayer
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, for
ever. Amen.
Gary United Methodist Church
— Affiliated with Winfield Community United Methodist Church —
224 N. Main, Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone: (630) 668-3100 / Fax: (630) 668-8279
Email: [email protected] Website: www.garychurch.org
Congregational Care
Please remember these individuals and families in your prayers this week.
Jan Adair, Charlie Castino, Jim & Carol Eaton, Anna Gorski, Barbara Heeley, Pat Hill,
Mary Louise Lewis, Dan Meeks, Jeff Nankervis, Lenna Siens, Roger & Jan Sutfin, Jim
Trieschmann, Jack & Shirley Williamson
Our sympathy to
Terry Balke on the death of her brother, Robert Harder, on Sept. 20
Todd & Liz Hamilton, John & Donna Hamilton on the death of their son and grandson on
Sept. 18
Serving Today
9:00 a.m. Service Greeters Bud & Melissa Wheaton, Keith & Terri Nystrom, Gary’s Scouting Ministry
Welcome Desk Donna Trieschman, Michelle Younkin, Kathi Hodges
Ushers Chuck Miller, Paul Calderwood, Sam Calderwood, Joe Davisson,
David Plate, Dick Raber, Lisa Rozwat
11:00 a.m. Service
Greeters Brooks & Sharon Harder, Rob, Rowena Emily & Melissa Hansen
Welcome Desk Bob & Madge Drake
Ushers Bob Hawkins, Bill Austin, Michael Graves, Doug & Tammy Halenza,
George King
Musicians: Dr. Lance J. Peeler (organ, piano), Jennifer Whiting (Chancel Choir,
Celebration Singers)
Sound Technicians: Kevin Carlson, Phil Johnson, Alyn Mann, Dave Mann, Tony Venezia
Staff Ministry Team: Rev. Dr. Chris Pierson, Rev. Brian Felker Jones, Rev. Bruce
Anderson, Jennifer Whiting, Dr. Lance J. Peeler, Carey Bebar, Kim Austin, Alexa Isaac,
Becky Lemna, Pam Keller, Shelley Bornstein, Rebecca Roell, Dave Brewer, Deb Hafner,
Mike Capra
Mission Statement
Grow in faith, knowledge, and understanding of Christ as Lord and Savior
Serve our community and the world by sharing time, gifts, talents
Nurture one another through worship, fellowship, love
Demonstrate our discipleship to Christ
Proclaim God's grace and Good News
Welcome Guests!
We are delighted you have joined us for worship. We invite you to complete the Welcome
Card in the pew pocket and stop by the Welcome Desk on the main level outside the west
Sanctuary entrance to receive a gift and more information about our ministries.
Hearing aid devices are available (including the neck loop for telecoil programs).
Large print song sheets are also available. Please see an usher for assistance.
Next Week’s Lectionary Readings
We invite you to include the lectionary readings in your devotion times. Readings for next
week are Exodus 17:1–7, Psalm 78:1–4, 12–16, Philippines 2:1–13 and Matthew 21:23–32.
Today at Gary Church
Adult Ministries at 10:00 a.m.
Understanding Islam in the Age of ISIS and Islamophobia
In the Chapel, led by Azam Nizamuddin
Join attorney and professor Azam Nizamuddin who will help us unpack the religion of Islam in
today’s confusing public sphere.
Sticky Faith for Families
Through Oct. 8, in the Anderson Room
How do we create a long-term faith in students? Our Sticky Faith team is eager to share what
they have learned from the Fuller Youth Institute. Parents and grandparents of toddlers through
teens and anyone interested in learning about Sticky Faith are encouraged to attend.
Explore Gary
In Commons E, led by Kim Austin
Whether you are new to the church or just ready for new opportunities to grow and serve, join
us for this over-view of the ministries of Gary Church. Come learn how you can connect and
build friends in faith.
Next Sunday
Hymnody of the Reformation Oct. 1, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel, led by Gary’s Dr. Lance Peeler
Martin Luther changed congregational singing forever. On the 500th anniversary of the
Reformation, we will explore the legacy of Reformation congregational singing.
Gary Kids and Gary Youth
9:00 a.m. Kids’ Church
Preschool 3’s–4’s meet in the Preschool Room on the lower level
Kindergarten–Grade 3 meet in the Lower Level Lobby
10:00 a.m. Sunday School
Preschool 3’s–4’s meet in the Preschool Room
Kindergarten–Grade 5 meet in Gamon Hall
Grades 6–7 meet in the Heritage Room
Confirmation (Grade 8) meets in the Jr. High Room
Grades 9–12 meet in the Sr. High Room
