August 26, 2018 Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

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1 August 26, 2018 Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost GATHERING OPENING VOLUNTARY Bachiana on an Ancient Chorale GREETING AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP Friends, we gather this day to celebrate life The life we have been given by God, The life we share with one another in community, The life that Jesus gives in abundance. Let us be grateful for the joy of life, And let us worship God. Gordon Young

2 PROCESSIONAL HYMN 140 stanza 1-2 Great is Thy Faithfulness FAITHFULNESS PASSING OF THE PEACE OF CHRIST PROCESSIONAL HYMN 140 stanza 3 Great is Thy Faithfulness FAITHFULNESS PRAYER OF THE DAY Holy God, at times we have delusions of grandeur, and we forgot to see what is small the falling leaf that holds the beauty of creation; the kind word that is a testament to grace; the child who is vital not only for the future but for the present. Help us to remember our place in this world you made, to give thanks for things great and small, and to be humble and hopeful. May we sense your presence as we worship this day, for it is in your name that we gather. Amen. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM JULIAN CHARLES FOGLEMAN, CHILD OF ADAM AND JILL FOGLEMAN CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Jude, Jude God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We are here to say this day that we will help you on your way. Jude, Jude, God Claims you, God Helps you, protects you and loves you, too. MINISTRY MOMENT GERTRUDE REMMEL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

3 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. PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD CHORAL ANTHEM Be Thou My Vision Chancel Choir Arr. Robinson OLD TESTAMENT READING 1 King 2: 10-12; 3: 3-14 The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. SERMON Rev. David C. Freeman Discerning Minds Want to Know RESPONSE TO THE WORD OFFERTORY A Mighty Fortress Is Our God Gordon Young DOXOLOGY 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

4 PRAYER OF DEDICATION SENDING FORTH IN THE NAME OF GOD INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP As a community and individuals, we seek to be good neighbors to make Little Rock a place where children THRIVE. Through our own faith development and active engagement with our community, we will work for the core values we believe all children of God need; Trust, Health, Relationships, Imagination, Value, and Education. HYMN OF DISCIPLESHIP 521 I Want Jesus To Walk With Me SOJOURNER During the singing of the hymn, individuals desiring to join the church are asked to come to the chancel so the pastors may offer membership vows and welcome you to the congregation. RESPONSE FOR NEW MEMBERS We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome you in Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and in this congregation of the United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant faithfully to participate in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness, that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. BENEDICTION CHORAL BENEDICTION The Lord Bless You and Keep You POSTLUDE Built on the Rock LUTKIN Gordon Young

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6 ASSISTING IN THE SERVICE Clergy: Rev. David Freeman, Rev. Donna Hankins-Hull, Rev. Haley Jones Music & Worship Arts: Kyle Linson, James Stanley, Chancel Choir Audio/Visual: Andrew King, Christopher Cone Altar Guild: Karen Nelson, Paula Johnson, Elizabeth Small Liturgist: Tippi McCoullough Offering Stewards: Members of the SPRC committee. Altar Flowers: To the glory of God and in loving memory of Dr. Robert Sherer, given by Rev. Carole Sherer. IN OUR PRAYERS Requesting Prayer: Nancy Foster, Bob Lanford, Mary Lee Marcom, Kathie Henderson, Carol Ann Nolley, Quent Springer. Families and friends of First Church: Janet Herndon, Bill Weidemann, Drake Manes, Laurene Skidmore, Jean Leek, Jake Harper, River Nimmo, Phyllis Stahl, Bobby Hill, Ginny Zank, Sheila Terrell, Sammye Cravens. Sympathy: To Glenn and Caryn Taulbee following the death of his mother, Edith Taulbee on August 18 th. To Deirdre Wyers and family following the death of her grandfather, Buddy Moore, on August 19 th. PASTORAL CARE Rev. David Freeman, Senior Pastor Cell: Rev. Donna Hankins-Hull, Associate Pastor Cell:

7 THIS WEEK AT FIRST CHURCH SUNDAY, August 26, :30 am First Cup Café 9:00 am First Word (Cokesbury) 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am First Tradition (Sanctuary) 12:00 pm Lunch w/ Staff 12:00 pm SERVE Meeting 5:00 pm First Youth MONDAY, August 27, :30 pm Daring Way Workshop TUESDAY, August 28, :00 am Tuesday Study Group 10:00 am Staff Meeting 1:30 pm Worship Meeting 5:30 pm FANN 6:00 pm Sarah Circle WEDNESDAY, August 29, :00 pm Weight Watchers (Chapel Parlor) 5:30 pm Center Street Ringers Rehearsal 7:00 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal THURSDAY, August 30, :00 pm Pastors Bible Study

8 WELCOME TO FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IN DOWNTOWN LITTLE ROCK. We have embraced our role in urban ministry. Our members and friends come because they are attracted to our vitality, warmth, friendliness, and energy. They stay because we travel with them on their journey. AUDIO AND VIDEO OF TODAY S SERVICE IS AVAILABLE. CD s and DVD s of today s service are available by calling the church office at or by ing Lesley Andrews at landrews@fumclr.org. ATTENTION PARENTS. We understand worshiping with children can be an adventure, but it is an essential part of their growth in Christ. If your child is staying in worship, please see an usher if you would like a worship bag. However, if you desire a nursery, one is available on the second floor outside the Sanctuary. If you need assistance, please see an usher or a member of the Hospitality Team