La Plata United Methodist Church
Mother’s Day
May 10, 2020
Traditional Worship (11:00)*You may leave your cell phones ON, but set to vibrate or silent, please*
Feel free to share on social media that you are here at La Plata Church to walk
the lenten journey to the cross!
Prayer Before WorshipI give this day to you, O God. I give you my life and everything
in it. I give you my successes and failures, I give you my fears and
my worries. I give you my all...because you gave me YOUR all first.
You gave Christ for me. May Christ now be made known to others
through me. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Prelude Cheryl Reckeweg
Lighting the Altar Candles,
& A Time of Quiet MeditationWhen the Prayer Before Worship has finished and the Prelude
begins, please quiet yourselves in preparation for worship.
Welcome, News & Opportunities
*Opening Hymn UM Hymnal, 111
“How Can We Name A Love?”
Prayer Requests and Pastoral Prayer of Intercession
Special Music Archie Verdiglione, Sr.
“This World Is Not My Home”
Hebrew Bible Lesson Proverbs 31: 10-31
Passing the Peace of ChristThe Peace of the Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Mom’s Moment Kathy Stapleson
The Offertory Archie Verdiglione, Sr.
“I’ve Got a Mansion”
*The Doxology UM Hymnal, 95
Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise him all
creatures here below. Praise him above ye heavenly hosts.
Praise Father Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Prayer of Dedication (Pastor)
The Gospel Lesson John 2: 1-11
This is the word of God for the people of God.
Thanks be to God.
The Message Rev. Dr. Susan E. Boehl
“When There’s No More Wine”
*Closing Hymn The Faith We Sing, 2145
“I’ve Got Peace Like A River”
*Benediction
*Congregational Response UM Hymnal, 665
“Go Now In Peace”
Go now in Peace Go now in Peace
May the love of God surround you
Everywhere, Everywhere You may go
Postlude Cheryl Reckeweg
*Please rise in body or in spirit
Organist: Cheryl Reckeweg; Liturgist: Kathryn Greene
Service Prayer Partners: Carol Sorenson
Tech Crew: Mark Stancliff, Logan Marsh & Lynn Elmwood
The Scripture LessonsProverbs 31: 10-31 (NIV)
A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value.She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands.She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar.She gets up while it is still night; she provides food for her family and portions for her female servants.She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night.In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy.When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet.She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple.Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land.She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes.She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her:“Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.”Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
John 2: 1-11 (NIV)
On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, and Jesusand his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mothersaid to him, “They have no more wine.”“Woman, why do you involve me?” Jesus replied. “My hour has not yet come.”His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”Nearby stood six stone water jars, the kind used by the Jews for ceremonial washing, eachholding from twenty to thirty gallons.Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water”; so they filled them to the brim.Then he told them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the banquet.”They did so, and the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. Hedid not realize where it had come from, though the servants who had drawn the water knew.Then he called the bridegroom aside and said, “Everyone brings out the choice wine first andthen the cheaper wine after the guests have had too much to drink; but you have saved the besttill now.”What Jesus did here in Cana of Galilee was the first of the signs through which he revealed hisglory; and his disciples believed in him.
Mother's Day In Georgia
The story of "Making Pancakes" reminds me of Mothers Day in Georgia in 1970. I hadjust retired from the Air Force and was in Milledgeville attending Georgia, College.
That Mothers Day Sunday, my family and I were at Molesville Baptist Church waitingfor the Preacher to begin when I looked around noticing our 12-year-old son wasabsent. My wife and I looked at each other with questioning eyes, thinking he wasprobably outside playing with his friends.
Ten or fifteen minutes later the choir was singing and still no son. Thirty minutes laterthe preacher was well into his sermon and still no son. I knew in my heart of hearts theonly thing wrong was his priorities, which as soon as we came face-to-face again, Iwould direct him into knowing what was important and what was not important.
Since we only lived about a block from the church, all through the sermon I wasthinking he had gone home to watch television. I knew when I found him, he would noteither be able to sit down for a week or be interested in watching television.
As soon as the preacher said the benediction and without staying to shake hands withfellow worshipers, my wife and I rushed for the door and on our way home. With angerbuilding with every step I took toward the house, I imagined what I would say and whatI would do as soon as we found him.
With all that tension and anxiety building, can you imagine our surprise when we walkedinto the house and found him sitting on the sofa waiting for us with a smile. I was justabout to let it all out, when without saying a word he stood, took his mother by thehand, and led her into the kitchen.
There before us was a beautiful table of food spread our twelve-year-old son hadprepared for my wife as his Mothers Day gift for his mom with his smile as garnishingfor the meal.
Later, we learned he left immediately after Sunday School to rush home to have itprepared for his Mom when she returned after preaching.
Isn't this the way God is sometimes. We look at our circumstances and stand wonder athow bad we think things are. Then, when we see God's outcome, we can only bow ourhumble heads in amazement at how things turned out for our good and His glory!
Stop, Drop, and Pray…do it every day!Family! As we deal with being apart in person, we are forever connected in
spirit. To each other and to our God, who holds us together in the hollow of his
hand. Every morning at 10am, let us lift up our voices TOGETHER in prayer. Put
a notification or alarm on your phone or other device. Tell your friends and
neighbors, especially those who do not have access to our online newsletter.
We have received notice that others OUTSIDE of our church have begun to
pray at that same hour as well. IT IS CATCHING ON! Please spread the word! Let
God hear the faith of his people! Praise him and call upon his power and peace
in this unsettling time.
Preacher’s Pop-Up PrayerAs we continue to connect with one another and the church during the week,
do not forget Preacher’s Pop-Up Prayer. Every Thursday at 7pm, Pastor Susan will
provide a timely devotional and prayer time. Current prayer requests can be made
live in the comments section. Those who would like the opportunity, need only be
friends of the Church’s Facebook page. Search for LaPlataUmc and hit the “friend”
or “follow” button. Then, you will receive notifications when the Pop-Up goes live.
At times, Pop-Up Prayer is uploaded when previously recorded. Just check the
page around the 7pm hour. Here at La Plata, we are trying to connect in every
way possible. NOTHING will separate our family!
GiftsAs we navigate these unchartered waters, please remember that though the
church building is closed, the work of the church goes on. Please remember the
church in your faithful giving. In order to make it as easy as possible to share your
gift, a link is provided in the comments section during the "offering" time during
our online worship service. In addition, you may go to our website, laplataumc.org
or mail your gifts to 3 Port Tobacco Rd, La Plata, Md 20646. God bless you as you
have a part in God's work in the world!
TEXT YOUR TITHE - in less time than it takes to write a check, you can make
weekly offerings by sending a text message. Check out the instructions in The
Grapevine and on our Web Site of how to get started and you can continue to
support the work of our church by texting your tithe.
HERE’S THE SCOOPSUMMER CAMP INFORMATION - This week our conference made the difficult
decision to cancel all summer camps offered at West River and Manidokan. As
they said: "the safety and well-being of every child is a foundational principle of
Retreat and Camping Ministries and one that guided our process. Providing a
haven where every child is safe, protected, and valued continues to be paramount
to every dimension of the summer camp." So, enjoy family time this summer and
consider a camp through BWC for summer 2021! Anyone who had registered will
hear from Camps and Retreats directly about your refund.
SILENT AUCTION CANCELED- We are sad to say that we have made the decision
to cancel our Silent Auction for 2020. We will be back in April of 2021, so save all
those items you been collecting for next year's auction.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY DURING THIS TIME - Your church remains
grateful for your faithful tithing during this time when we can't accept offerings
the way we normally do. We are so blessed by your offerings and we are
continuing the work of the church in many ways. Your giving enables us to give
much needed assistance to our community. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
CLAIM YOUR BLESSING! - At La Plata Church, we are claiming this time in our
lives as the season of Miracles! Now, more than ever, we need to double down on
God's provision and power in spite of the world. You can have a part in this, by
claiming your miracle or blessing and making a small video about it. Send a video
giving praise to God about some way he is breaking into your life and where you
are seeing God in action! Then, send it to the Facebook page of Mark Stancliff, our
Technology Chair. Your video will be included in one of our worship services so we
can all praise God
together! We will be concentrating on God's mighty acts for the next few months,
so keep an eye out....the miracle of birth....the uniting of spirits in
marriage......healings...... God making a way when you thought there was no
way..... God is still at work! Catch him in the act....and share!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - Children and Youth are our greatest resource.
They are not only the future of the Church, they are the PRESENT! La Plata Church
is currently accepting applicants for the position of Director Of Christian Education
and Youth Ministry. Corrie Roberts, who will hold this position until May 31, has
tendered her resignation to serve God in other ways. This is a 20 hr/wk PART-TIME
staff position. Applicants should submit a resume and references. At least one year
experience working with children and/or youth or comparable training is
preferred. If you have a heart for children and youth or know someone who does
and may have an interest, please contact the church office for more information.
Make a difference in the life of our church and in the lives of the younger
members of our church family. Position specifics are available upon request.
Deadline for applicants is June 1. Thank you!
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR SUPER HEROS!- The costume guild and friends at Port
Tobacco Theater are making mask covers and caps for Charles Regional Medical
Center personnel. Because of the great demand for masks for everyone, supplies
are running short. In particular:
• Elastic for masks – ¼” or smaller to go around the ears. Elastic is sold out many
places and can be ordered, mostly from China – which takes at least a month to
arrive.
• Materials to make ties for caps – ½” single fold bias tape (made by Wrights)
works well, but other similar items could be used. Cotton would be best. Buttons
for caps ½” to 5/8” work well. These go on the cap above the ear so that the
elastic strap can go over the button and save the top of the ear from chafing.
Regular flat buttons, 2 or 4 holes are fine. Not shank buttons.
If you have any of these items sitting around gathering dust, we could really use
them right now so that we don’t have to slow down production. Just for one
department at the hospital, they have requested 60 sets (mask and cap). If you
have a question, please feel free to call Pat Brennan (240) 346-4080. Pat will pick
up regularly any items dropped off in this bin, so that distribution to those sewing
can be made. Thanks for any and all contributions,
Bulletin Bloopers
"If you need to heave during the Postlude, please do so quietly."
"The Senior Choir invites any member of the congregation who enjoys sinning to
join the choir."
"Barbara remains in the hospital and needs blood donors for more transfusions.
She is also having trouble sleeping and requests tapes of Pastor Nelson's
sermons."
"Applications are now being accepted for 2 year-old nursery workers."
"The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen
in the basement on Friday afternoon."
"Maundy Thursday service: The ladies of the altar guild will be stripping on the
altar."
"The associate minister unveiled the church's new tithing campaign slogan last
Sunday: 'I Upped My Pledge - Up Yours.'"
"This evening at 7:00 p.m. there will be a hymn singing in the park across from
the church. Bring a blanket and come prepared to sin."
"Next Thursday, there will be tryouts for the choir. They need all the help they can
get."
"The choir will meet at the Larsen house for fun and sinning."
"The 'Over 60s Choir' will be disbanded for the summer with the thanks of the
entire church."
"Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our Church and community."
"Church office will be closed Monday. Halleluia. Halleluia."
"A song fest was hell at the Methodist church Wednesday."
Our Prayer ListPlease pray:For our friends and family who have medical issues
Tom Berry
Wade Beswick
Karyl Beverage
Margaret Bowie
Frank Brinson
Patricia Buckler
Sue Carns
Jennifer Carpenter
Jerome Church
Cathy Compton
Harolly Coombs
Joyce Dean
Lane Duque
Sandra Fykes
Remy Zachary
Gordon
Carl Greene
Peggy & Laurie
Hamilton
Randy Hill
Christina Kingsbury
Francis Lewis
Donna McKenzie
Ed McKenzie
Johnny McPherson
Renee Nash
Carl Occhipinti
Mary Perry
Frank Quinn
Mary Beth Reckeweg
Melissa Faith Rollins
Crystal Rupprecht
Patty Rupprech
Donna Sarnacki
Tabitha Schneider
Carol Sorenson
Rosalie Snyder
Don Stapleson
Michael Stewart
Brian Thomason
Jeanette Tull
Sandy Tull
Linda Valente
Mike Williams
Please pray:For our friends and family who are living in Nursing Homes, Assisted
Living or home bound:
Lennis Bridgett Mike Merritt Sharon Ferguson
Iris Dickerson Ann Bergerstock
Continue to pray for:
Medical personal as the put their lives at risk caring for those with Covid 19.
Researchers as they strive to develop a cure for this virus. The leaders of our
country, may the Holy Spirit be present at every meeting as they keep us
informed. Our Pastors as the continue to find new ways to minister to their flock
and keep us all connected. For each other that Christ will calm our fears and keep
us safe.
Our Church Staff & Church Leadership Rev. Dr. Susan E. Boehl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Pastor
Rev. Ed Chance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Retired Pastor / Visitation
Corrie Roberts . . . Director of Christian Ed & Youth Ministry
Karen Hamner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Church Administrator
Patricia Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Choir Director
Linda Dent Mitchell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Organist
Cheryl Reckeweg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator of Ministries
Laurie Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Church Treasurer
Archie Verdiglione, Sr. . . . . . . . . . Building Superintendent
Jim Harris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Church Sexton
Bill Riley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groundskeeper
Julie Robbins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preschool Director
Trish Carruth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Asst. Preschool Director
Mark Stancliff . . . . . . . . . . . . . Administrative Council Chair
Archie Verdiglione, Sr.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lay Leader
Kevin Robbins . . . . . . . . . . . . . Board of Trustees President
Tom Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff-Parish Relations Chair
Kathryn Greene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finance Committee Chair
Our Church Motto for 2020
"Making disciples, building community, living by
faith…together"
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La Plata Umc
3 Port Tobacco Road
La Plata, Maryland 20646-2824
Office: 301-934-2288
Email: [email protected]
On the web: www.laplataumc.org
Rev. Dr. Susan E. Boehl cell:
240-217-6369
CCLI License # 2524825
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