The First Sunday in Lent

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1 The First Sunday in Lent February 17, :30, 9:45 & 11:00 a.m. "Lent is a season of forty days, not counting Sundays, which begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. Lent comes from the Anglo-Saxon word lencten, which means 'spring.' The season is a preparation for celebrating Easter." The United Methodist Book of Worship, page 320 Athens First United Methodist Church

2 Welcome We are glad that you are here! Thank you for worshipping with us today. We hope your experience at this church brings you blessings. We d love to get to know you, so please come to fellowship time in Hancock Hall. Join us there for coffee, donuts and conversation beginning at 9:30 every Sunday morning! Can t find what you re looking for? Our ushers and greeters are happy to help you find your way! Worship We ask that your cell phones be turned off or switched to silent and that you refrain from using flash photography during worship. Each Sunday, the 11:00 service is broadcast on WRFC 960 AM, and all three services are streamed live at athensfirstumc.org/webcast. Nursery Availability For infants through four-year-olds Sundays 8:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Children s Church For children in kindergarten through second grade Wonder of Worship (W.O.W.), or Children s Church, follows the Children s Message during 11:00 Worship all Sundays except for Communion Sundays. Worship activity bags (age appropriate for all preschool and elementary children) are available every Sunday in the narthex and by the south entrance of the sanctuary. Website Please visit our website, athensfirstumc.org, for information about our ministries, to register for events, to give online, to view our churchwide calendar and to listen to sermons from our sermon archive. We encourage you to sign up for our newsletter that is ed weekly by contacting amelia@athensfirstumc.org. Church Office Hours Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. If you need assistance, please call We are happy to help you! Our Ministers and Program Directors Chuck Hodges, Senior Minister chuck@athensfirstumc.org Martha Aenchbacher, Minister of Program martha@athensfirstumc.org John Page, Minister of Discipleship johnp@athensfirstumc.org Eric Fessler, Minister of Families with Youth eric@athensfirstumc.org Stephen Mitchell, Director of Music smitchell@athensfirstumc.org Carol Reeves, Director of Children s Music creeves@athensfirstumc.org Janis Maxwell, Director of Youth Music and Organist janis@athensfirstumc.org

3 Gathering The Worship of God on the First Sunday in Lent The Prelude "If You But Trust in God To Guide You" Paul Manz The Welcome and Parish Notes 8:30 Led by John Page 9:45 Led by Betsy Butler 11:00 Led by Eric Fessler The Choral Call to Worship 9:45 & 11:00 "Lamb of God" Christiansen Sung by Sanctuary Choir Praise & Thanksgiving *The Processional Hymn 269 Lord, Who Throughout These Forty Days LAND OF REST *The Prayer of Confession Based on Psalm 51 Lord, by your grace and mercy, in your pure love, Wash away our guilt and cleanse us from our sins. There is no way to hide what we have done. Our misdeeds constantly confront us. We deserve your judgment, But we plead for your forgiveness. You alone can change us and transform us. You alone can restore our joy. Create a pure heart within us, Lord. Renew us, revive us, and uphold us. Open our mouths that we might proclaim your praises. Give us voices to sing of your deliverance! Amen. *Please stand as you are able. The congregation speaks or sings the text in bold type.

4 *The Kyrie (Translation: Lord have mercy; Christ have mercy; Lord, have mercy.) *The Passing of the Peace *Please stand as you are able. The congregation speaks or sings the text in bold type.

5 The Sacrament of Baptism Led by Chuck Hodges 9:45 Charles Tullis Talley Son of Maggie and Scott Talley Tullis, Tullis, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you'll always be. Tullis, Tullis, God claims you, God helps you protects you, and loves you too. 11:00 Ella Grace Jackson Daughter of Brett and Hal Jackson Ella Grace, Ella Grace, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you'll always be. Ella Grace, Ella Grace, God claims you, God helps you protects you, and loves you too. The Prayers of the People and the Lord s Prayer 8:30, 9:45, & 11:00 Led by Martha Aenchbacher 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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen. The Anthem 9:45 & 11:00 " Jesus Walked this Lonesome Valley" arr. Page Rung by Carillon Ringers The Children's Message At the 11:00 service, children in kindergarten through second grade will go to W.O.W in the 8:30 & 11:00 Caravans room on the third floor. Parents are to pick up children from the Caravans room at the end of the service. Proclamation of the Word The Offering The Offertory Anthem

6 8:30 "The Wonderful Cross" Watts/Wesley/Tomlin When I survey the wondrous cross On which the Prince of Glory died My richest gain I count but loss And pour contempt on all my pride See from his head, his hands, his feet Sorrow and love flow mingled down Did ever such love and sorrow meet Or thorns compose so rich a crown O the wonderful cross, O the wonderful cross Bids me come and die and find that I may truly live O the wonderful cross, O the wonderful cross All who gather here by grace draw near and bless Your name Were the whole realm of nature mine That were an offering far too small Love so amazing, so divine Demands my soul, my life, my all 9:45 & 11:00 Hearken! Stay Close to Jesus Christ Michael/arr. Dickinson Sung by the Sanctuary Choir Rachael Fischer, violin; Josh Holritz, violin; Megan Chisom Peyton, viola; David Peyton, cello; Chris Enghauser, bass Hearken! Hearken! Stay close to Jesus Christ; let His spirit lead you; know that He is ever with you, that His loving care never faileth. For this He came from heaven and took upon Him our flesh and blood, for our salvation became man and suffered death. His saving power blesses all the world; no one is outside His mercy; He redeems us from all our sins, He makes us one with God; He redeems us from all our sins, to share with Him eternal life. *The Doxology The Old 100th Praise God throughout these forty days. Praise Christ, our Lord, whom God did raise. And praise the Spirit who imparts God s love in Christ into our hearts. Amen. The Scripture Reading Psalm 51:1-4;10-12 *Please stand as you are able. The congregation speaks or sings the text in bold type.

7 1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is ever before me. 4 Against you, you alone, have I sinned, and done what is evil in your sight, so that you are justified in your sentence and blameless when you pass judgment Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me 11 Do not cast me away from your presence and do not take your holy spirit from me. 12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and sustain in me a willing spirit. The Message "Don't Claim Your Baggage" Celebration of Holy Communion The Sacrament of Holy Communion Chuck Hodges 8:30 service only The Receiving of the Elements of Communion At First Methodist, all are invited to commune at Christ s table. If you need to be served in your pew, please call this to the attention of an usher. Sending Forth *The Hymn 417 8:30, 9:45 & 11:00 "O For a Heart to Praise My God" CORONATION *The Blessing *The Response Depart in Peace Depart in peace, and may God s grace sustain and bless you day by day. Depart in joy, and may His truth support and guide you in His way. *The Postlude "I Stand Amazed in the Presence" Joyce Jones

8 The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Fred Bradley Saunders by Mary Saunders and family. The flowers in the narthex today are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Margaret Gary Timm by Gary Timm Preston, Kathy Timm Green, Harriet Timm Anderson, and their families. February Ushers 8:30 a.m. Jim Belger, Ann Brown, Paul Brown, Larry Deal, Hugh Larkey, Mack Lowrey, Jim Lyons, Candler Meadors, Olan Moore, Bob Noble, Grace Rabek, Ken Reece, Keith Wilson 9:45 a.m. Chris Bostdorff, Tom Cooper, David and Jane Disney, Mark Ellison, Tom Hedges, Dave Matthews, Sharon Milton, Tom Milton, Al Rogers, Bill Trigleth 11:00 a.m. Ben Ayers, Nat Carmack, Joe Crosland, Ken Daniel, Bob Green, Spence Johnson, Jim Lyons, Marty Webb Attendance Sunday School Total Worship...1,748 8:30 a.m :45 a.m :00 a.m Online...48 Greeters Susan & Don Crews Foy & Martee Horne Mary & Bob Wimberly Cecily Callaway Abby Woodard Ben Butler First Light Acolytes 8:30 Sarah Whatley & Annie Miller 9:45 Lauren Griffith & Madeline Jackson 11:00 Larsen Block Samantha Harvel Financial Report Budget for 2013 $2,500,000 Amount Given YTD $263,303 Giving Goal for January $256,225 Amount after 4 Sundays $263,303 Goal for February $177,488 Current Debt Balance $1,089,280 Total Debt Reduction YTD $24,831 Offering Stewards Bob Booth and Charlie Grimes, co-chairman; Nat Belger, Charles Braucher, Nat Carmack, Henry Garrard, Nathan King, Al Hawley, Sean Rogers, Charlie Upchurch III Nursery Helpers 8 to 14 Months: Jennifer and Brad Register 14 to 24 Months: Laura and Brian Evans Young 2 s: Courtney and Russell Ewing 2-Year-Olds: Sarah and Chan Freeman 3-Year-Olds: Joy Chastain and John Simpson 4-Year-Olds: April and Mike Pilcher

9 The Wesleyan Youth Choir Presents Variety Show Sunday, Feb 24 at 5:00 p.m. Come to Hancock Hall and see Youth performing your favorite songs from Broadway musicals and Hollywood movies. This is a free family event with a dessert reception immediately following the performance. Photo opportunities are available with cast members from: Grease, Wicked, Sound of Music, A love offering will be taken to support the Wesleyan Youth Choir Summer Trips. Contact: Janis Maxwell janis@athensfirstumc.org

10 Announcements Baptism Kendall Ann Dean and Pearson Grace Towler received the Sacrament of Baptism on February 10 in our sanctuary. Kendall Ann Dean is the daughter of Kelli and Wayne Dean Jr. Pearson Grace Towler is the son of April and Thomas Towler. Wedding Bells Congratulations to: Leigh Anne Weekley and Casey Kane who were married December 15, 2012 at the Chapel at Botanical Gardens. Leigh Anne is the daughter of Donna Bowdoin and Ken Weekley and the granddaughter of Ina Claire and Gene Weekley. Sympathy Heartfelt Christian sympathy is extended to Karen Redwine and family, and to his children Roby Redwine and Ginger Redwine Hurst and their families in their loss of Bucky Redwine on February 5 in Athens, Georgia. Newcomer Orientation February 17 All guests are welcome to attend the next Newcomer Orientation Sunday, February 17 in Hancock Hall. Two sessions are offered, 9:45 and 11:00 a.m. No need to R.S.V.P. Find out more information online: athensfirstumc.org/newcomerorientations. Contact: Martha Aenchbacher martha@athensfirstumc.org Men s Dinner February 19 All men are invited to the quarterly Men s Dinner on Tuesday, February 19, at 6:30 p.m. in Hancock Hall. A delicious meal will be served, and the program will be provided by Darrell Huckaby. Register online, athensfirstumc.org/registration, or by calling the church office, , by February 17. Contact: John Page johnp@athensfirstumc.org x203 Homeless Offering February 24 When you contribute to the homeless offering, your gift is combined with those from your church and then added to gifts of churches all over the North Georgia Conference. The Housing and Homeless Council distributes grants to ministries that serve poor and homeless people throughout the northern half of Georgia.

11 Fashion Fitness February 26 Fashion Fitness is a personal training bootcamp workout experience for women led by the certified Fashion Fitness trainers. Classes take place Tuesdays at 5:30 a.m. and Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in room 126. Classes last one hour. The next 6 week bootcamp starts February 26 and costs $99 if you register before February 26. After February 26, the cost for the session is $109. Church members receive 10% off. Contact: Ashley Housworth athensfashionfitness@gmail.com Workshop Opportunity: The Enneagram February 28 The Enneagram is an powerful method of identifying one s habits of emotions and thoughts that contribute to the anxiety many of us feel in life. By identifying our unique habits of feeling and thought we can begin to direct our minds toward more abundant living. The workshop is led by Tom Camp, Pastoral Counselor, on February 28 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. and costs $45 per person. Contact: Martha Aenchbacher martha@athensfirstumc.org Senior Fun Luncheon February 28 Any persons 55 and older are welcome to join us at the February Senior Fun Luncheon in Hancock Hall. A delicious meal will be served and an enlightening program will be shared. Cost is $6. R.S.V.P. to the church office by February 25 at noon. Contact: Dan Maxey Men s Retreat March 1-2 Men, join us for worship around the campfire, small group faith discussion, BBQ, a range of activities from dominoes to skeet shooting and more at the Dixons' farm. Transportation is available for both Friday and Saturday (not an overnight event). Cost is $60, which includes all materials, meals, and a t-shirt. Scholarships are available. More information online, athensfirstumc.org/mensministry. Register online or at the reception desk by February 21. Contact: Mason McWhorter masonmc@bellsouth.net are

12 Consign or donate your children's gently used spring/summer clothes (size newborn to 16 years), toys, etc. to the Meet the Need Children's Consignment Sale, Saturday, March 2 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Preview Sale for volunteers March 1, 5-7 p.m.). The sale will feature a boutique section for designer items! All proceeds go to meet the needs of children and families in Uganda. Youth Soccer and Volleyball Registration Registration is open for Youth Soccer and Volleyball Spring Leagues! Visit athensfirstumc.org/childrenyouthrecreation for details and registration information! Contact: Rusty Wood rusty@athensfirstumc.org Bridges College Students/Young Adults College students and young adults come together for (free) lunch and to study the Word of God as it relates to life for an year old on Sunday mornings at 12:15 p.m. in the Youth Area (First floor, next to gym). Contact: Betsy Butler butler760@charter.net Transitions Post-Grad/Graduate Students Young adults (early to mid-20s) and those in graduate school, please visit the Transitions Young Adult Fellowship class that meets at 9:45 a.m. in room 255. This class follows short term Bible studies and engages in fellowship, discussion and prayer. Contact: Josh Miles jdm24@hotmail.com Music, Art, Rhythm, and Strumming June 4-6 Save the Date: June 4, 5, & 6 (Tues., Wed., Thurs.) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Children who have completed grades 1-5 are invited to participate! Registration begins in March. Contact: Carol Reeves creeves@athensfirstumc.org ex: 213 Missing Cookbook Cooking With Four Ingredients This book was last seen in the kitchen. If found, please return to the kitchen.

13 Sunday, February 17 This Week at Athens First Deuteronomy 26:1-11 8:30 a.m. Worship Service (Chapel) Preschool Nursery and Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary) Sunday School Classes Newcomer Orientation Session 11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary) Children s Church (Caravans) Newcomer Orientation Session (Hancock Hall) Children's Church Lenten Study: The Way, Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus (Sunday morning session) 12:00 p.m. AFUMC Emmaus Gathering p.m. SALT Meeting (Hull Dining Room) 12:15 p.m. Bridges College Ministry (Room 126) 1:00 p.m. Classic City Volleyball Club (Gym) 3:00 p.m. Cub Scout Pack 1 (Hancock Hall) 3:45 p.m. Agapé (Room 163) 4:00 p.m. Alleluia Ringers (Room 165) 4:30 p.m. Wesleyan Youth Choir Rehearsal (Room 163) Duck Dynasty Bible Study 5:00 p.m. Carillon Ringers (Hand bells Room 165) Disciple One Bible Study (Room 252) 5:45 p.m. Encounter 5:50 p.m. College Choir 6:00 p.m. Lenten Study: The Way, Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus (Sunday evening session) Monday, February 18 For a detailed calendar see our website, athensfirstumc.org/calendar. Psalm 91: 1-2, :30 a.m. UMW Circle 3 (Hull Dining Hall) 10:00 a.m. UMW Circle 1 (119 - Fellowship Class) 11:45a.m. UMW Circle 6 (Member's Home) 1:15 p.m. Monday Bible Study Group 5:00 p.m. Youth Basketball (Gym) 5:30 p.m. Church Council Meeting 7:00 p.m. Volley Performance (Gym)

14 Tuesday, February 19 Romans 10: :00 a.m. UMW Circle 7 11:00 a.m. CBS Leadership (Rooms 252 and 256) 12:00 p.m. Circle 2 Meeting 5:00 p.m. Youth Basketball (Gym) 6:30 p.m. Dave Ramsey s Financial Peace Course (Room 256) Men's Dinner 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts Troop 1 (Saye Scout Hut) Volleyball Practice (Gym) Wednesday, February 20 Luke 4: :30 a.m. Student Ministries Chick-fil-A Breakfast (Beechwood Chick-fil-A) 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Morning Bible Study (Hull Dining Room) Beth Moore Study Beloved Disciple (Room 252) 12:30 p.m. Beth Moore Study Beloved Disciple (Room 252) 3:00 p.m. Open Gym 4:00 p.m. Consignment Sale Preparation Time 4:30 p.m. Children s Lyric Choir and Celebrate Chimes (Music Suite) Prayer Shawl Ministry 4:45 p.m. Early Book Group (Room 261) 5:15 p.m. Cherub, Sonshine, and Joy Choirs (Preschool Area) Celebrate Choir and Lyric Chimes (Music Suite) 5:30 p.m. Disciple One (Room 252) 6:15 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (Room 163) 6:30 p.m. The Later Book Group (Room 261) Disciple Two Bible Study (Rooms 254 and 256) Lent for Everyone: Luke (Lenten Study) 8:00 p.m. Chamber Ensemble Rehearsals (Room 163) Thursday, February 21 Deuteronomy 9: :30 a.m. Community Bible Study 3:30 p.m. HALO Basketball (Gym) 5:00 p.m. Souper Supper (Hancock Hall) Youth Basketball (Gym) 7:00 p.m. Volleyball Practice (Gym)

15 Friday, February 22 Deuteronomy 9: :00 p.m. Youth Basketball (Gym) Confirmation Trip Departs (Student Ministries Area) 6:30 p.m. International Student Ministry Bible Study & Dinner (Room 255) Saturday, February 23 Deuteronomy 9: :00 a.m. Youth Basketball (Gym) 9:00 a.m. Mobile Food Pantry Variety Show Dress Rehearsal 1:30 p.m. Big Dog Social Event: UGA Men's Basketball

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