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7:45 a.m. Welcome to Epworth! 19285 Holland Glade Road Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 Phone: 302-227-7743 office@eumcrb.org www.eumcrb.org Pastors- Rev. Vicky Starnes, Rev.

.. Mickie McManamon Communications & Technologies Manager: Kenneth Mahan Office Manager: Darlene Ford...Special Projects: Debbie Hunt... Administrative Assistant: Diana Young.

..Maintenance: Mike Harrigan Traditional Services at 7:45 & 11:15** Contemporary Service at 9:15** **Childcare Available Welcome to Epworth! Today we celebrate Christ the King Sunday.

In a world where worldly leaders vie for our attention, we are called to remember Christ who is our Lord and Savior.

1 7:45 a.m. Welcome to Epworth! Holland Glade Road Rehoboth Beach, DE Phone: Pastors- Rev. Vicky Starnes, Rev. Todd Shultz / Director of Music Ministries: Doug Yetter. Accompanist: Linda Hess. Program Manager for Demonstrating Care & Finding Your Place:... Mickie McManamon Communications & Technologies Manager: Kenneth Mahan Office Manager: Darlene Ford...Special Projects: Debbie Hunt... Administrative Assistant: Diana Young.Sound Tech: Josh Megee Preschool Director: Betsy Plowman... Nursery: Cathy Crawford.. Interim Cemetery Superintendent: Jay Stevenson Custodian: Wanda Hudson...Maintenance: Mike Harrigan Traditional Services at 7:45 & 11:15** Contemporary Service at 9:15** **Childcare Available Welcome to Epworth! Today we celebrate Christ the King Sunday. This is a celebration instituted by the church so that we will remember that Christ is the highest priority in our lives. In a world where worldly leaders vie for our attention, we are called to remember Christ who is our Lord and Savior. Re-affirming that commitment is an amazing thing to prepare ourselves as we move into the Advent season. We are grateful that you have chosen to worship with us today and hope you find our faith community welcoming. NEXT SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2, ST SUNDAY OF ADVENT FOCAL LESSON: LUKE 21:25-36; JEREMIAH 33:14-16 SERIES: SIGNS OF CHANGE PREACHER: REV. VICKY STARNES COMMUNION SUNDAY VISION: Exploring Faith, Embracing Community; MISSION: Inviting All, Finding Your Place, Connecting to God, Demonstrating Care. STRUCTURE: Four Ministry Teams Inviting All Team Inclusive Ministries, Food Ministries, Ecumenical/ Interfaith, Social Justice Finding Your Place Team Small Groups, Belongings, Sunday School, All Age Level Groups Connecting to God Team Worship, Music, Conferences, Retreats Demonstrating Care Team Good Sam, Missions, Pastoral Care Team, Care Ministries Affiliating with other United Methodists for greater inclusiveness through the Reconciling Ministries Network Interested in Becoming a Member of the Epworth Church Family? If you would like to become a member, stay tuned for our next Belongings Classes. You will have the opportunity to get to know our pastors in a small group setting, along with finding out how Epworth reaches out to our community. You will then be welcomed into membership as a part of our worship services. Call Diana in the office at or complete the sign-up sheet in the Narthex if you would like to be a part of our next Belongings Class. Long-Term Prayer Concerns Printed out and located near the Caring Ministries Bulletin Board Attendance Sunday, Nov. 18, :45 9:15 11:15 Nursery SS Total

2 Worship Celebration: November 25, :45 a.m. (TRADITIONAL) EPWORTH: a United Methodist Church Christ the King Sunday (Year B) We Gather In Community Prelude Morning Song...Edward Broughton Doug Yetter, organ Welcome & Sharing the Mission & Ministry of Epworth *Passing the Peace *Call to Worship *Hymn of Praise O Worship the KIng UMH 73 Joys & Concerns & Morning Prayer The Lord s Prayer UMH 895 Prayer Response Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise UMH 103 Invitation to Offering Please sign the blue Connections Pad and pass it down the row. Offerings are given through cash and check, on-line giving, Texting at and by using our Giving Kiosk in the narthex. There are Giving Cards in the pews to place in the plate, if you wish Offertory: God Cares for Me...Robert J. Powell Doug Yetter, organ *Acclamation Rejoice, the Lord is King UMH 715/716 We Engage The Word Hymn of Praise Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven UMH 66 TUNE; Regent Square We Engage The Word Psalm Lesson Psalm 93 Jeanne Jerfsten Old Testament Lesson Daniel 7:9-14 Sermon Christ Our King Rev. Todd Shultz We Are Sent Into The World *Sending Forth Hymn Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven (vs. 1, 2 & 4) UMH 66 TUNE: Regent Square *Benediction & Three-fold Amen Postlude Rejoice, the Lord is King...John Darwell; arr. Adam Mason *Please stand as you are able. Place for Note Taking

3 This Week at Epworth 10:45 a.m. Deaf Bible Study 2:00 p.m. Food & Love Soup Kitchen 9:00 a.m. Parents Chat & Share 10:00 a.m. Ken Pyle Funeral 1:00 p.m. Staff CPR Training 4:00 p.m. SPRC 9:00 a.m. Women s Bible Study 9:00 a.m. Worship Team 10:00 a.m. Program Managers 10:45 a.m. Staff Bible & Prayer 12:00 p.m. Pastoral Care 6:30 p.m. Disciple I 6:30 p.m. Disciple II 6:30 p.m. Pickleball 7:00 p.m. Governing Board 1:00 p.m. Card Making 5:30 p.m. Dream Team Meeting 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 7:00 p.m. Choir 9:00 a..m. Christmas Decorating 5:30 p.m. Memorial Bells 6:00 p.m. Belongings Class 7:00 p.m. Praise Team Practice No Church Meetings No Church Meetings Chancel Flowers are given to the glory of God and: In loving memory of their parents, Barbara & Spencer Bruce and Dorothy & Robert Thayer, by Linda & Stu Bruce; In loving memory of Chuck Johnson by Bev and Family. CORRECTION: Last week Chancel Flowers were given to the glory of God and in honor and recognition of Rev. Vicky and Rev. Todd for poastor appreciation by their Epworth Family. Stephen Ministers wearing blue name badges will be at each service if anyone in the Epworth Family wants to talk about any life challenges. Bulletins for the month of November are sponsored in honor of their daughter, Dr. Debra Pace, for her birthday, November 9, by Laurel & Dennis St. Germain. Sound: Ken Mahan, Sharon Wert, Josh Megee, Arne Jerfsten, Karen Kaufman Acolyte Connor Camiolo Greeters: Andy Brangenberg Head Ushers: Jim Blakeslee, Russ Mullen 7:45: Bud Frampton, Sharon Wert, Gil Thompson, Bill Moore 9:15: Fred Gentry, Duncan & Weezie Leet, Bunny Maher, Joyce Pool, Annette Predeaux. 11:15: Russ Mullen, Chet Sprague, Harvey Waltersdorf, Jim Larsen Short Takes Inviting All, Finding Your Place, Connecting to God, Demonstrating Care Interested in knowing more about Epworth s small group ministry? Call Mickie McManamon at Please remember to check the board on the door of our Food Pantry each Sunday to find out what items are in low supply. FYI: Should you have a Pastoral Care Emergency on the weekend, our Care Line Phone Number is Safety Measures at Epworth From now on, all the doors leading into the church building will be locked on Sunday mornings, 15 minutes after worship begins. So, at 8:00, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.. The outside entrance doors, both front and back, will be locked. If you should arrive after that time, please stand and knock and someone will let you in. This decision was made because of our desire to protect our church, our staff and those who come to worship on Sunday morning. You may also see our Safety Team patrolling the halls and lobby during worship again, other measures to keep us safe and able to worship God in peace. We appreciate your patience and support of these changes. Epworth Gift Card Sales We are helping to make Christmas gift shopping easier by offering gift cards again this year! Gift card order forms will be on the Git card table in the Narthex. Orders will be taken now through December 10. The gift cards will be ready for pick-up Sunday, December 16 at the Gift Card table or in the church office from December during regular business hours. Payment is due when the cards are ordered. All proceeds benefit our Christmas Joy365 program. WINGS Open to all women who consider service to be one of their spiritual gifts. Help us help others. Contact: Janet Taylor-Smith jtaylorsmith711@gmail.com. Christmas Joy It s that time of year! Christmas Joy 365 is upon us! We will be sorting the gifts that members have brought in on 12/7 to see what is still needed. 12/8 will be our BIG wrapping day in FH. Lots and lots of helpers needed. Last year, we could have used more helpers! Grab a friend to bring with you! On 12/10, shopping lists will be given out in Scotts Chapel at 9:00 a.m. If you love to shop we ll see you there! 12/11 & 12/12, will be last minute wrapping in Scotts Chapel at 9:00 a.m. 12/1212 we will be delivering gifts to Cape Henlopen School. We meet in FH at 9:00 a.m. We need strong men and boys. Last year we only had 3 people. Please.if you have anyone that can help, please let us know. 12/14 will be delivery and pick up day in FH at 9:00 a.m. Send any questions or concerns my way: khartsock@verizon.net. Thank You from United Methodist Women The women of UMW want to say Thank You to all our bakers and buyers of all our cakes and pies. The Bake Sale was a total success. Thank You all!!!!!

Southern Delaware Chorale Concert The Southern Delaware Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Colin Armstrong, will present a concert performance of G. F.

F o r t i c k e t s, p l e a s e g o t o www.southerndelawarechorale.org., Puzzles in Lewes, Browseabout Books in Rehoboth, or any Chorale Member.

4 Southern Delaware Chorale Concert The Southern Delaware Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Colin Armstrong, will present a concert performance of G. F. Handel s Messiah, with the Mid Atlantic Symphony and 4 professional soloists, on Sunday, December 2, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. at the Cape Henlopen High School, 1250 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE F o r t i c k e t s, p l e a s e g o t o Puzzles in Lewes, Browseabout Books in Rehoboth, or any Chorale Member. Fair Trade Products Fair Trade products make excellent Christmas gifts for friends, families and co-workers. The Equal Exchange coffees, teas, chocolates and other products sold by Epworth s Social Justice Committee are high quality, contain farm products grown using sustainable practices (most are organic), and show your gift recipient that you care about the small farmer families behind these items. There are two things you can do in early December to get ready for holiday giving: Place an order for gift baskets at the Fair Trade sales table on December 2 (first Sunday of the month). You can pick the items or give the team a price range and let Committee members choose products for you. Select individual items for gifts at the Fair Trade sales table and do the wrapping or other presentation yourself. Celebrate the Season with Capital Ringers! Capital Ringers, a community handbell ensemble, is getting ready for their 2018 Celebrate the Season! holiday tour. There are concert locations for everyone Milford, Lewes, Salisbury, Easton, Selbyville, Berlin, Dover and Milton. Epworth s own Judy Moore, Glen Pruitt and Karen Mahaffie would love to see you in the audience! Visit for more details or see Judy, Glen or Karen. Peace Week Advocate The Social Justice Committee is looking for someone to lead a sub-committee to help organize EUMC s participation in Sussex County s annual (September) Peace Week Delaware celebration. Area local churches meet to plan activities in conjunction with a statewide organization. Ideas are shared through PeaceWorks, a weekly service. Further information can be found at Please contact Bob Paulen ( ) for further information. Revolution Youth Group You say you want a Revolution? Well, we have it! Revolution (the name of our youth group) is inviting any and all kids, grades 6-12, to come and check it out. The group meets every Wednesday night from p.m. for a time of sharing, learning, snacks and fun. The group also has a number of fun activities planned for the fall and winter. If you would like to know more, please contact Stephanie Manos at (302) , or her at: samanos19@gmail.com. Good Samaritan Program The Good Samaritan Program needs you! Volunteer for as little as 3 hours per month to help those in need. If you d like to assist people in the local community with emergency food, transportation, clothing and other assistance, please contact Walt Smith at or wtsmith623@gmail.com. Thanks! Miriam s Table Dining Out Miriam s Table Dining Out will be hosted by 208 Social located in downtown Rehoboth Beach at 208 2nd Street on Thursday, December 6. They will be serving from 5:00 9:00 p.m. with 15% of your bill going to feed our children. Such a fun place to eat with a staff that feels like family. So enjoy your day and treat yourself to dinner out with us! For reservations, please call Youth Rally and/or Red Christmas Poinsettia Order Form This year, along with the opportunity to order Christmas Poinsettias in honor of/in memory of a loved one, we are giving you the opportunity to do the same by giving Epworth a donation towards helping our youth attend the January Youth Rally in Ocean City in honor of/in memory of a loved one. If you would like to place one or more red poinsettias in the chancel during the Advent Season or make a youth rally donation in honor of/in memory of a loved one, please complete the form below. Place it in the collection plate or return it to the church office. All orders must be in by Monday, December 3 Make checks payable to: Epworth United Methodist Church, designate in memory line: Poinsettia, Youth Rally or both. Each Poinsettia costs $14.00 Flowers Given: Amount Youth Rally Donation: Amount In Honor of: By: Phone: AND/OR In Memory of: By: Phone: After Christmas services, do you wish to have your flower delivered to a shut-in? Inviting All, Finding Your Place, Connecting to God, Demonstrating Care

5 Caring Pathway - Prayer List *Names printed in Italics indicate additions to our prayer list this week. Rose Barcellona Miriam Barton Billye Brown Stu Bruce Anne Buck Pam Clark Robert Crawford Ginny Daly Tom Donnachie Andre Ervin Emmalane Ewing Liam Fanning Denise Fioravaniti Flinchbaugh Family Elaine Feuchtenberger Keott Gomez Fred Grimm Wanda Handy Gene Harris Mary Helms Sandy Hensly Margaret Hodges-Knight Connie Holdridge Beth Isaacs Sue Isaacs Bud Leef Rob Linder Pam McMillan Bill Moody Susan Morrison Tom Quas Jonathan Reed Agnes Reno Irene Safrit Rene Snyman Mimi Sprague Wally Sprague Bud Stuchlik John Thomas Mark Thompson Homer/Jan Turner Nayan Vyas & Family Walker Family Guy Weidner-Ahorrio Linda White Keith Hopkins Jim Jasch Barb Rowe Carolyn Strum Jayne Tamburello Mary Beth Crafts Nancy Grimm Fred Smith Sharyn Smith Wave Starnes Anita Stockton Marcie Townsend Lana Cobb Eleanor Jane Jones Robert Mitchell Iris Pyle Linda/Don Rooney Lois Shelley Tracy Shoup Quinn Smith Signa Souder Bill Steward, Hospice at Home Dick Thomas, Hospice at home Wilma Van Denburg Josie Vyas To the Family & Friends of Jan Woodman, who died 11/14; To bill Quinn & Brett Svensson, family & friends, on the death of their friend, Rev. Thomas J. Perrera. Jane Jones Rosemarie VanIngen Thornton Lynam Diane Dean Duane Silvis Students, teachers & education administrators Kristen Bakkegard, U.S.N. Blake Benson, U.S.A.F. Bradley Bliton, U.S.A.F. Chase Collins, U.S.A. Logan Collins, U.S.A. Mark Freda, U.S.A.F. Megan Gravette, U.S.N.A. Plebe Capt. Michael Holdridge, USMC Michael Knight, U.S.A.F. James Lanman, U.S.N.G. Matthew McMeekin, U.S.N. Andrea Neagle, U.S.M.C. Brendan Neagle, U.S.M.C. Stephen James Norris, U.S.N. Elena Rooney, U.S.A. Chadd Shirk, U.S.M.C. Luke Wilson, U.S.C.G. Cadet Ed Scarborough, NC *75+ years

6 Like to Pray? Epworth s Pastoral Care Team needs Volunteers! Life is good here at Epworth Church! But what if you are sick, in the hospital, homebound, receiving hospice care; what happens to your spiritual life then? Who will pray with you and your loved ones, how will you receive communion? Your church family feels a commitment to each individual s spiritual and emotional well-being. Our Pastoral Care volunteers play an essential role in enriching the spiritual lives of members of our congregation when they are sick, homebound or unable to attend church, and in need of spiritual prayers and healing. You could make a difference in someone's day by providing prayerful companionship. Volunteers in this area have a strong interest in prayer, are very caring with heartfelt sincerity, have patience and are able to offer a respectful, sympathetic and comforting attitude with members of our church and their family members who are in need of prayerful companionship! Epworth s Pastoral Care Ministry needs help! If you feel this may be something you are interested in, please call or Mickie at or mmcmanamon@eumcrb.org. Let s talk and see if this ministry will bless you and members of our church in spiritual need! Baker Lounge Library Our library collection is expanding! New books are added each week to the bookcase in the Narthex. Stop by and sign one out today. Our Church Directories Are Here We have received our Church Directories.!! If you signed up for a directory, you can pick up your Directory in the church office during office hours 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Mon thru Thurs. and Friday 9:00 am to 12 noon. The cost will be $5.00. Gospel Play Would your child/teen like to perform in the Epworth Gospel Play? No experience or memorization necessary! We meet at 9:00 a.m. in the choir room on the 3rd Sunday of the month for a quick rehearsal before the 9:15 service. If interested, please contact Suzanne Blair at skmigs@gmail.com Cemetery Committee is asking anyone with a grave plot or columbarium niche to be sure the church office has a point of contact for each. We are updating our data base and need phone numbers, addresses and or/ addresses for everyone. Thank you! Scripture Readers Needed We are in need of scripture readers at all services. If you are interested, please drop an to Bill Martin at William.martin.de@icloud.com Let Bill know what services you would be available to read at and he will add you to the list. Simpson Men s Group Simpson Men s Group will hold its monthly meeting, Saturday, November 10, at Sammy s Kitchen in downtown Rehoboth Beach at 8:00 a.m. Planned Giving and Endowment Team Needs New Members Your Planned Giving & Endowment committee needs interested new members! We are looking for folks who like to help others and have an interest in finances or investments. We meet for one hour four times a year to plan our Marketing, Financial seminar, Legacy Luncheon, and Investments Strategy. Thanks to the work of the team and the generosity of our members, we are able to send $2,500 annually to the church general fund. To leave a bequest or join the committee: dennis.germain11@gmail.com ( ) Epworth Facilities Team The Epworth Facilities Team is a group of people who give support to our custodial and maintenance staff. We focus on projects such as last year when we had a team of members paint the education wing. If you enjoy working around the house or in the yard or have skills in things like painting, electricity, plumbing, carpentry please join our team. There is a sign-up sheet at the WINGS table in the narthex or contact Tom Lewis, Facilities Team Leader at mathguy29@yahoo.com. Gather at the Skate Park Beginning October 17, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., we are having a cookout and fire pit at the skate park. This is our chance to meet and engage the young people who visit our skate park. Our goal is to encourage them to continue using the park and know they are welcome here at Epworth. We encourage our youth to come out and meet these young people and get to know them. The cookout and fire pit evenings will include: hot dogs, chips, drinks and s mores! If you are interested in helping, you can sign-up at the WINGS Table. Or, just come out and join us for a fun Fall evening! We will have the cookouts every Wednesday October 17 through November 14.

7:45 a.m Christmas Eve Services. Long-Term Prayer Concerns Printed out and located near the Caring Ministries Bulletin Board

7:45 a.m Christmas Eve Services. Long-Term Prayer Concerns Printed out and located near the Caring Ministries Bulletin Board 7:45 a.m. Welcome to Epworth! Blessings on you as we mark the Third Sunday of Advent! We are halfway to Christmas. Today we light the pink candle in our Advent wreath and we run smack dab into John the