WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY

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1 WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY October 4, 2015

2 Welcome to First United Methodist Church; we are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us this morning. Founded in 1821, First Church is the oldest Protestant church in the area and the oldest Methodist church in Florida. This historic church, with four Sunday services, has a membership of 3200 and is overflowing with life. We hope that you will consider becoming a member of our church family. You may join any Sunday by profession of faith or transfer of membership. Come and be a part of what God is doing here. VISITOR/NEW MEMBER CLASS We welcome all visitors and new members that are interested in learning more about First Church to an introductory class that consists of four parts. The class will assemble at 9:30am in room PH101 next door in the Perry Home. Today s class, Introduction to First Church, will give you an opportunity to ask questions and learn about the history, theology, worship, and membership of this great church. Next week, Ministries of First Church is about all the programs and ministries of the church. We hope you join us each week. NURSERY and CHILDREN S BULLETINS Nursery is available this morning for children up to five years old. If you need help locating the nursery, please see an usher or greeter for assistance. Also, children s worship bulletins and crayons are available in the narthex. FLOWERS The flowers in the Sanctuary today are given to the Glory of God and in celebration of the October wedding anniversaries of Julie and Griff Vickery (on the 21st), Bob and Janet Olliff (on the 3rd), and what would have been the 60th anniversary of George and Betty (on the 2nd). THOSE SERVING TODAY 8:00: ACOLYTE Lauren Wheelis; USHERS Raymond Lanphere, Tom Baker, Larry Davison & Jerry Mitrovich; COMMUNION STEWARD Betty Baker; GREETERS Charlie Lauten, David/Julia Crow, Linda Shearlock & Heather/Mark Schultz. 9:30: USHERS Doug Bates, Jeff Cagle & Tanner Morris; COMMUNION STEWARD Diane Turner; GREETERS Karen S. Thompson & Susan Cole; COMMUNION SERVERS Scott Grantland, Clergy; Gena Buchanan & Camille Barr, Lay Persons. 11:00: ACOLYTES Payton Goff, Kylie Branch & Hattie Wade; USHERS Harvey Lester, Walter Glenn, Mike Vance, Ed Muller, Bob Joseph, Jerry Maygarden, Charlie Armstrong & Jeff Fuller; COMMUNION STEWARD Lynn Fuller; GREETERS Rhonda Maygarden & Karen Thompson. NEXT WEEK AT FIRST CHURCH Join us next week here at First Church as we come together to worship God on the 20th Sunday after Pentecost. Dr. Wesley Wachob will preach at the 8:00 and 9:30am services and the Rev. Scott Grantland will preach at the 11:00am service. We will enjoy music from Rick and Heidi Branch (8:00), Libby Hargrave (9:30), and the Sanctuary Choir (11:00). Next week s lectionary scripture: Job 23:1-9, 16-17; Hebrews 4:12-16; Mark 10:17-31.

3 ORDER OF WORSHIP 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. *CHORUS One bread, one body, one Lord of all, one cup of blessing which we bless. And we, though many, throughout the earth, we are one body in this one Lord. PRELUDE Libby K. Hargrave, organ O God, Beyond All Praising arr. L.K. Hargrave *CHIMING OF THE HOUR *CALL TO WORSHIP To you, O Lord, we lift up our souls. O God, in you we trust. Your steadfast love, O Lord, is before our eyes, And we walk in your faithfulness. *HYMN No. 547 O Church of God, United *COLLECT 8:00 Rev. Scott Grantland 11:00 Rev. Ken Autrey God our Father, whose Son our Lord Jesus Christ in a wonderful Sacrament has left us a memorial of his passion: Grant us so to venerate the sacred mysteries of his Body and Blood, that we may ever perceive within ourselves the fruit of his redemption; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. PSALTER Psalm 25 No. 756 *GLORIA PATRI No. 70 ANTHEM 8:00 Sanctuary Choir The First Song of Isaiah Jack Noble White When cued, please join in singing the refrain: Surely, it is God who saves me; I will trust in him and not be afraid. For the Lord is my stronghold and my sure defense, and he will be my Savior. 11:00 Libby K. Hargrave, solo I Worship You, Almighty God 11:00 HYMN Jesus Loves Me (stanza 1) No :00 CHILDREN S SERMON PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus, to reach out and touch him, and say that we love him. Open our ears, Lord, and help us to listen. Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus.

4 *GOSPEL LESSON Mark 10:2-16 SERMON Dr. Wesley H. Wachob PASTORAL PRAYER CONFESSION, PARDON, AND PEACE No. 12 REGISTRATION OF ATTENDANCE Please register your attendance on the registration pad. If you are visiting with us, include your address, telephone number, and address so that we may welcome you in a more personal way. OFFERTORY Come to the Table Carry the Light 8:00 Sanctuary Choir Allen Pote 11:00 Libby K. Hargrave, solo Twila Paris *DOXOLOGY No. 94 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! THE GREAT THANKSGIVING You are invited to come forward to the altar to receive the elements of Holy Communion. COMMUNION HYMNS No. 618 Let Us Break Bread Together INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Anyone who wishes to join the church today, please come forward during the last stanza of the closing hymn. *CLOSING HYMN No. 548 In Christ There Is No East or West *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE My Tribute *Please Stand Andrae Crouch arr. L.K. Hargrave LECTIONARY SCRIPTURES Psalm: 25 David prays for divine help in finding the ways of God. He seeks deliverance from evil ones that he may bless the Lord. First Lesson: Job 1:1; 2:1-10 Satan challenges God on Job s faithfulness, and receives permission to make him suffer. He lays physical affliction upon Job who remains faithful. Second Lesson: Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 Christ is portrayed as the final revelation of God. This chosen one of God is shown to be both divine and human in one person. Gospel Lesson: Mark 10:2-16 After entering into Judea, Jesus teaches his disciples that divorce and subsequent marriage are not permitted, under pain of sin. He then calls any who would enter into the realm of God to come with the innocence of children.

5 ORDER OF WORSHIP 9:30 a.m. PRELUDE Libby K. Hargrave, organ O God, Beyond All Praising arr. L.K. Hargrave *CHIMING OF THE HOUR *HYMN No. 547 O Church of God, United *COLLECT Rev. Scott Grantland PSALTER Psalm 25 No. 756 *GLORIA PATRI No. 70 PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus, to reach out and touch him, and say that we love him. Open our ears, Lord, and help us to listen. Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus. *GOSPEL LESSON Mark 10:2-16 SERMON Dr. Wesley H. Wachob PASTORAL PRAYER CONFESSION, PARDON, AND PEACE No. 12 REGISTRATION OF ATTENDANCE Please register your attendance on the registration pad. If you are visiting with us, include your address and telephone number so that we may welcome you in a more personal way. OFFERTORY Carry the Light Libby K. Hargrave, solo Twila Paris *DOXOLOGY No. 94 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! THE GREAT THANKSGIVING You are invited to come forward to the altar to receive the elements of Holy Communion. INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Anyone who wishes to join the church today, please come forward during the last stanza of the closing hymn. *CLOSING HYMN No. 548 In Christ There Is No East or West *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE My Tribute *Please Stand Andrae Crouch arr. L.K. Hargrave

6 ANNOUNCEMENTS World Communion Sunday Today World Communion Sunday is an annual celebration observed by several Christian denominations, taking place on the first Sunday of every October. World Communion Sunday is a time of profound Christian unity and ecumenical cooperation, marked by our shared celebration of the Lord s Supper. Jesus instituted the first such meal, and World Communion Sunday is a helpful way in which Christ calls us back together to celebrate the liturgy in remembrance of me. In the United Methodist Church, World Communion Sunday is also designated as one of the five Sundays observed with the taking of a special offering throughout the denomination. The observance focuses the attention of United Methodists on the universal and inclusive nature of the church. One half of the proceeds from the offering is for World Communion Sunday Scholars administered by the General Board of Global Ministries. The remaining half is to be used for the Ethnic Scholarship Program and the Ethnic In- Service Training Program, which are administered by the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. If you would like to give a World Communion Sunday special gift to help equip disciples, you may do so by writing World Communion Sunday on the memo line of your check or you can give online using the provided QR Code. Wednesday Night Dinner & Activities Join us from 5:00pm-5:45pm in The Wright Place for a time of food and fellowship. This week s menu is Sloppy Joes, Mac and Cheese, Salad, and Brownies. Please make your reservations in the registration pads, by calling the church office ( ), or online. After dinner at 6pm, Wednesday Night Christian Education classes meet around the campus. Choose a class that interests you and make plans to attend. You are welcome to attend any class, at any time, even if you haven t registered. Remember that Session 2 of the fall semester starts this week. A complete list of classes can be found online at FUMCPensacola.com or in the church office. Christian Education Fall Semester Session 2 starts October 7 th Additional Christian Education classes begin this Wednesday. Love Wins, Addicted to Busy, and the Senior Pastor s Bible Study start this Wednesday, October 7th. Covenant and Healthy Cooking begin Monday, October 12th. You can register for these classes and any other Christian Education opportunity at one of the sign-up tables this morning. Sign-up tables are located on the patio in front of The Wright Place and in the Lobby of Wesley Abbey. Annual Blue Lake Fall Retreat Oct Register Now! There is only about a week left to register for our fall retreat. This will be a great weekend away with our church family, so if you haven t signed up yet, forms are available in the church office and on our website, FUMCPensacola.com. For over 40 years our church family has joined together each fall to worship, learn, and fellowship together at Blue Lake Methodist Camp in Andalusia, Alabama. Come be a part of the fun this year. Our guest speaker will be our very own Drexel Gilbert. Activities will include pumpkin carving, canoeing, hayrides, roasting marshmallows, and more. The beauty of Blue Lake and quiet surroundings will make this a perfect weekend. Contact Mici Kuba at to learn more. FUMCPensacola #fumcpcola Additional announcements, our complete church calendar, sermon podcasts and more are available online at FUMCPensacola.com.

7 ORDER OF WORSHIP 9:30 a.m. PRELUDE Libby K. Hargrave, organ O God, Beyond All Praising arr. L.K. Hargrave *CHIMING OF THE HOUR *HYMN No. 547 O Church of God, United *COLLECT Rev. Scott Grantland PSALTER Psalm 25 No. 756 *GLORIA PATRI No. 70 PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus, to reach out and touch him, and say that we love him. Open our ears, Lord, and help us to listen. Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus. *GOSPEL LESSON Mark 10:2-16 SERMON PASTORAL PRAYER Dr. Wesley H. Wachob CONFESSION, PARDON, AND PEACE No. 12 REGISTRATION OF ATTENDANCE Please register your attendance on the registration pad. If you are visiting with us, include your address and telephone number so that we may welcome you in a more personal way. OFFERTORY Carry the Light Libby K. Hargrave, solo Twila Paris *DOXOLOGY No. 94 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! THE GREAT THANKSGIVING You are invited to come forward to the altar to receive the elements of Holy Communion. INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Anyone who wishes to join the church today, please come forward during the last stanza of the closing hymn. *CLOSING HYMN No. 548 In Christ There Is No East or West *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE My Tribute *Please Stand Andrae Crouch arr. L.K. Hargrave ANNOUNCEMENTS World Communion Sunday Today World Communion Sunday is an annual celebration observed by several Christian denominations, taking place on the first Sunday of every October. World Communion Sunday is a time of profound Christian unity and ecumenical cooperation, marked by our shared celebration of the Lord s Supper. Jesus instituted the first such meal, and World Communion Sunday is a helpful way in which Christ calls us back together to celebrate the liturgy in remembrance of me. In the United Methodist Church, World Communion Sunday is also designated as one of the five Sundays observed with the taking of a special offering throughout the denomination. The observance focuses the attention of United Methodists on the universal and inclusive nature of the church. One half of the proceeds from the offering is for World Communion Sunday Scholars administered by the General Board of Global Ministries. The remaining half is to be used for the Ethnic Scholarship Program and the Ethnic In- Service Training Program, which are administered by the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. If you would like to give a World Communion Sunday special gift to help equip disciples, you may do so by writing World Communion Sunday on the memo line of your check or you can give online using the provided QR Code. Wednesday Night Dinner & Activities Join us from 5:00pm-5:45pm in The Wright Place for a time of food and fellowship. This week s menu is Sloppy Joes, Mac and Cheese, Salad, and Brownies. Please make your reservations in the registration pads, by calling the church office ( ), or online. After dinner at 6pm, Wednesday Night Christian Education classes meet around the campus. Choose a class that interests you and make plans to attend. You are welcome to attend any class, at any time, even if you haven t registered. Remember that Session 2 of the fall semester starts this week. A complete list of classes can be found online at FUMCPensacola.com or in the church office. Christian Education Fall Semester Session 2 starts October 7 th Additional Christian Education classes begin this Wednesday. Love Wins, Addicted to Busy, and the Senior Pastor s Bible Study start this Wednesday, October 7th. Covenant and Healthy Cooking begin Monday, October 12th. You can register for these classes and any other Christian Education opportunity at one of the sign-up tables this morning. Sign-up tables are located on the patio in front of The Wright Place and in the Lobby of Wesley Abbey. Annual Blue Lake Fall Retreat Oct Register Now! There is only about a week left to register for our fall retreat. This will be a great weekend away with our church family, so if you haven t signed up yet, forms are available in the church office and on our website, FUMCPensacola.com. For over 40 years our church family has joined together each fall to worship, learn, and fellowship together at Blue Lake Methodist Camp in Andalusia, Alabama. Come be a part of the fun this year. Our guest speaker will be our very own Drexel Gilbert. Activities will include pumpkin carving, canoeing, hayrides, roasting marshmallows, and more. The beauty of Blue Lake and quiet surroundings will make this a perfect weekend. Contact Mici Kuba at to learn more. FUMCPensacola #fumcpcola Additional announcements, our complete church calendar, sermon podcasts and more are available online at FUMCPensacola.com. WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY October 4, 2015

8 Welcome to First United Methodist Church; we are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us this morning. Founded in 1821, First Church is the oldest Protestant church in the area and the oldest Methodist church in Florida. This historic church, with four Sunday services, has a membership of 3200 and is overflowing with life. We hope that you will consider becoming a member of our church family. You may join any Sunday by profession of faith or transfer of membership. Come and be a part of what God is doing here. VISITOR/NEW MEMBER CLASS We welcome all visitors and new members that are interested in learning more about First Church to an introductory class that consists of four parts. The class will assemble at 9:30am in room PH101 next door in the Perry Home. Today s class, Introduction to First Church, will give you an opportunity to ask questions and learn about the history, theology, worship, and membership of this great church. Next week, Ministries of First Church is about all the programs and ministries of the church. We hope you join us each week. NURSERY and CHILDREN S BULLETINS Nursery is available this morning for children up to five years old. If you need help locating the nursery, please see an usher or greeter for assistance. Also, children s worship bulletins and crayons are available in the narthex. FLOWERS The flowers in the Sanctuary today are given to the Glory of God and in celebration of the October wedding anniversaries of Julie and Griff Vickery (on the 21st), Bob and Janet Olliff (on the 3rd), and what would have been the 60th anniversary of George and Betty (on the 2nd). THOSE SERVING TODAY 8:00: ACOLYTE Lauren Wheelis; USHERS Raymond Lanphere, Tom Baker, Larry Davison & Jerry Mitrovich; COMMUNION STEWARD Betty Baker; GREETERS Charlie Lauten, David/Julia Crow, Linda Shearlock & Heather/Mark Schultz. 9:30: USHERS Doug Bates, Jeff Cagle & Tanner Morris; COMMUNION STEWARD Diane Turner; GREETERS Karen S. Thompson & Susan Cole; COMMUNION SERVERS Scott Grantland, Clergy; Gena Buchanan & Camille Barr, Lay Persons. 11:00: ACOLYTES Payton Goff, Kylie Branch & Hattie Wade; USHERS Harvey Lester, Walter Glenn, Mike Vance, Ed Muller, Bob Joseph, Jerry Maygarden, Charlie Armstrong & Jeff Fuller; COMMUNION STEWARD Lynn Fuller; GREETERS Rhonda Maygarden & Karen Thompson. NEXT WEEK AT FIRST CHURCH Join us next week here at First Church as we come together to worship God on the 20th Sunday after Pentecost. Dr. Wesley Wachob will preach at the 8:00 and 9:30am services and the Rev. Scott Grantland will preach at the 11:00am service. We will enjoy music from Rick and Heidi Branch (8:00), Libby Hargrave (9:30), and the Sanctuary Choir (11:00). Next week s lectionary scripture: Job 23:1-9, 16-17; Hebrews 4:12-16; Mark 10: WELCOME ORDER OF WORSHIP 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. *CHORUS One bread, one body, one Lord of all, one cup of blessing which we bless. And we, though many, throughout the earth, we are one body in this one Lord. PRELUDE Libby K. Hargrave, organ O God, Beyond All Praising arr. L.K. Hargrave *CHIMING OF THE HOUR *CALL TO WORSHIP To you, O Lord, we lift up our souls. O God, in you we trust. Your steadfast love, O Lord, is before our eyes, And we walk in your faithfulness. *HYMN No. 547 O Church of God, United *COLLECT 8:00 Rev. Scott Grantland 11:00 Rev. Ken Autrey God our Father, whose Son our Lord Jesus Christ in a wonderful Sacrament has left us a memorial of his passion: Grant us so to venerate the sacred mysteries of his Body and Blood, that we may ever perceive within ourselves the fruit of his redemption; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. PSALTER Psalm 25 No. 756 *GLORIA PATRI No. 70 ANTHEM 8:00 Sanctuary Choir The First Song of Isaiah Jack Noble White When cued, please join in singing the refrain: Surely, it is God who saves me; I will trust in him and not be afraid. For the Lord is my stronghold and my sure defense, and he will be my Savior. 11:00 Libby K. Hargrave, solo I Worship You, Almighty God 11:00 HYMN (stanza 1) No. 191 Jesus Loves Me 11:00 CHILDREN S SERMON PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus, to reach out and touch him, and say that we love him. Open our ears, Lord, and help us to listen. Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus. *GOSPEL LESSON Mark 10:2-16 SERMON PASTORAL PRAYER LECTIONARY SCRIPTURES Dr. Wesley H. Wachob CONFESSION, PARDON, AND PEACE No. 12 REGISTRATION OF ATTENDANCE Please register your attendance on the registration pad. If you are visiting with us, include your address, telephone number, and address so that we may welcome you in a more personal way. OFFERTORY Come to the Table Carry the Light 8:00 Sanctuary Choir Allen Pote 11:00 Libby K. Hargrave, solo Twila Paris *DOXOLOGY No. 94 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! THE GREAT THANKSGIVING You are invited to come forward to the altar to receive the elements of Holy Communion. COMMUNION HYMNS No. 618 Let Us Break Bread Together INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Anyone who wishes to join the church today, please come forward during the last stanza of the closing hymn. *CLOSING HYMN No. 548 In Christ There Is No East or West *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE My Tribute *Please Stand Andrae Crouch arr. L.K. Hargrave Psalm: 25 David prays for divine help in finding the ways of God. He seeks deliverance from evil ones that he may bless the Lord. First Lesson: Job 1:1; 2:1-10 Satan challenges God on Job s faithfulness, and receives permission to make him suffer. He lays physical affliction upon Job who remains faithful. Second Lesson: Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 Christ is portrayed as the final revelation of God. This chosen one of God is shown to be both divine and human in one person. Gospel Lesson: Mark 10:2-16 After entering into Judea, Jesus teaches his disciples that divorce and subsequent marriage are not permitted, under pain of sin. He then calls any who would enter into the realm of God to come with the innocence of children.