CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR

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1 Immediately following the service, the congregation is invited to the Parlor for a time of fellowship and refreshments, hosted by the Contemporary Disciples class. The flowers in Myers Chapel and the chancel are given by Andrew Mull in memory of the Marines and sailors who were killed while serving with the Multinational Peacekeeping Force in Beirut, Lebanon, ; and in grateful celebration of the United Methodist Women and another exhausting, exciting, fruitful Flea Market. CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR United Methodist Bringing New Life to Greater Heights October 22, 2017 Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. 20 th Sunday after Pentecost CHURCH STAFF Lead Pastor: Andy Call; Associate Pastor: Gregory Kendrick Jr.; Emerging Ministries: Brian Smart; Director of Children s Ministries: Lydia Stephens; Child Care Coordinator & Children s Ministry Assistant: Pam Bowler; Director of Youth Ministries: Curt Campbell; Director of Music: David Gilson; Organist: Robert H. Day; Handbell Coordinator: Virginia Steiger; Technical Director & Wedding Coordinator: Leslie Myers; Business Administrator: Loretta Dahlstrom; Administrative Assistants: Cris Hicks, Debbie Johnson; Chimes Editor: Jill Barr; Properties Manager: Penny Neisen; Custodians: Yee Chy, John Austin, Jon Cermak, Robert Campbell, Leslie Myers; Resident: Robert Campbell; Missionaries: Esther Gitobu (Cambodia), Larry & Jane Kies (Zimbabwe), Joey & Kerry Davidson (Liberia); Lay Leaders: Shawn & Chris McCandless; ELC Director: Charlene Williams; Pastoral Counselor: Lois Annich; Pastor Emeritus: Dr. Charles D. Yoost 2537 Lee Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio ; 1 Larry Peacock. Sourcebook of Worship Resources, Vol. 2. Canton: Communications Resources (1996), 33.

2 ORDER OF WORSHIP SANCTUARY 11:00 a.m. OPENING TO GOD PRELUDE Prelude in E Minor Edward Broughton Aria David Paxton WELCOME The Rev. Andy Call CHORAL INTROIT *CALL TO WORSHIP 1 Martha Manring Leader: A gift of a new day, People: Unlived, untried, ready to be opened. Leader: A new day with surprising miracles; People: With love to be given, kindness to be shared, and peace to be enjoyed. Leader: A gift of a new day, God's gift to us. People: Let us receive it with joy and live it with expectation. *HYMN OF PRAISE #103 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise St. Denio *CALL TO CONFESSION The Rev. Dr. Peggy Streiff *PRAYER OF CONFESSION Most Holy God, we do not deserve the blessings you pour out upon us. You have been more generous with us than we could ever hope. And yet, overlooking our blessings, we seek more: we want to be successful; we yearn for attention; we seek special favor. Forgive our selfishness and greed. Tune our hearts to see as you see, to be grateful for what we have, and to be faithful disciples in all things. Amen. *ASSURANCE OF GOD S GRACE Leader: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Thanks be to God. *PASSING OF THE PEACE (Share signs of reconciliation with each other.) HEARING GOD S WORD MINISTRY OF MUSIC Jesus, I Adore Thee Stephen Caracciolo Chancel Choir *THE GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 20:20-27 Mrs. Manring Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. THE MESSAGE Serve The Rev. Dr. Yvonne Conner OFFERING OUR LIVES IN DISCIPLESHIP HYMN OF REFLECTION #415 Take Up Thy Cross PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD S PRAYER (#895) Leader: God of re-formation and renewal, People: Hear our prayer. CHORAL RESPONSE Germany Rev. Dr. Streiff RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS Rev. Dr. Conner For hospitality with visitors and member care, please sign the Friendship Pad. Offertory Reflections on Kelvingrove arr. Jason W. Krug Bells of the Saviour *The Doxology (#95) & Prayer of Dedication *HYMN OF DISCIPLESHIP #421 Make Me a Captive, Lord *BENEDICTION & CHORAL RESPONSE Diademata *POSTLUDE Immortal, Invisible arr. Lani Smith *The people may stand. Acolytes: Wes Call, Garrett Ritts

3 The flowers in Myers Chapel and the chancel are given by Andrew Mull in memory of the Marines and sailors who were killed while serving with the Multinational Peacekeeping Force in Beirut, Lebanon, ; and in grateful celebration of the United Methodist Women and another exhausting, exciting, fruitful Flea Market. CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR United Methodist Bringing New Life to Greater Heights October 22, 2017 Myers Chapel 8:30 a.m. 20 th Sunday after Pentecost CHURCH STAFF Lead Pastor: Andy Call; Associate Pastor: Gregory Kendrick Jr.; Emerging Ministries: Brian Smart; Director of Children s Ministries: Lydia Stephens; Child Care Coordinator & Children s Ministry Assistant: Pam Bowler; Director of Youth Ministries: Curt Campbell; Director of Music: David Gilson; Organist: Robert H. Day; Handbell Coordinator: Virginia Steiger; Technical Director & Wedding Coordinator: Leslie Myers; Business Administrator: Loretta Dahlstrom; Administrative Assistants: Cris Hicks, Debbie Johnson; Chimes Editor: Jill Barr; Properties Manager: Penny Neisen; Custodians: Yee Chy, John Austin, Jon Cermak, Robert Campbell, Leslie Myers; Resident: Robert Campbell; Missionaries: Esther Gitobu (Cambodia), Larry & Jane Kies (Zimbabwe), Joey & Kerry Davidson (Liberia); Lay Leaders: Shawn & Chris McCandless; ELC Director: Charlene Williams; Pastoral Counselor: Lois Annich; Pastor Emeritus: Dr. Charles D. Yoost 2537 Lee Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio ;

4 ORDER OF WORSHIP MYERS CHAPEL 8:30 a.m. OPENING TO GOD WELCOME The Rev. Andy Call PRELUDE Aria David Paxton *CALL TO WORSHIP 1 Leader: A gift of a new day, People: Unlived, untried, ready to be opened. Leader: A new day with surprising miracles; People: With love to be given, kindness to be shared, and peace to be enjoyed. Leader: A gift of a new day, God's gift to us. People: Let us receive it with joy and live it with expectation. *HYMN OF PRAISE #103 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise St. Denio *CALL TO CONFESSION *PRAYER OF CONFESSION Most Holy God, we do not deserve the blessings you pour out upon us. You have been more generous with us than we could ever hope. And yet, overlooking our blessings, we seek more: we want to be successful; we yearn for attention; we seek special favor. Forgive our selfishness and greed. Tune our hearts to see as you see, to be grateful for what we have, and to be faithful disciples in all things. Amen. *ASSURANCE OF GOD S GRACE Leader: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Thanks be to God. *PASSING OF THE PEACE (Share signs of reconciliation with each other.) HEARING GOD S WORD MINISTRY OF MUSIC Love Grows Here Don Besig David Gilson, tenor *THE GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 20:20-27 Juanita Taylor Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. THE MESSAGE Serve Rev. Call OFFERING OUR LIVES IN DISCIPLESHIP HYMN OF REFLECTION #415 Take Up Thy Cross PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD S PRAYER (#895) Germany Mrs. Taylor RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS For hospitality with visitors and member care, please sign the Friendship Pad. Offertory *The Doxology (#95) & Prayer of Dedication *HYMN OF DISCIPLESHIP #421 Make Me a Captive, Lord *BENEDICTION Diademata *POSTLUDE Immortal, Invisible arr. Lani Smith *The people may stand. Ushers: Molly Francis & Jerry Givens Immediately following the service, the congregation is invited to the Parlor for a time of fellowship and refreshments. 1 Larry Peacock. Sourcebook of Worship Resources, Vol. 2. Canton: Communications Resources (1996), 33.

5 GROW. PRAY. STUDY. Household Prayer: Morning [silence] I listen quietly, Lord, and the morning sounds of creation draw me to you. It is then that I hear your voice, I am pleased with you and I know you by name. Sometimes it is difficult to fully receive your pleasure in me, to grasp that you are fond of me, even when I have nothing to show for myself. May I remember that I am yours today. Amen. October 22, :00 WORSHIP Household Prayer: Evening I fold up this day with gratitude, holding close to my heart those whose faith helped carry me through this day. Amen. Prayers from Feasting on the Word Worship Companion: Liturgies for Year A, Volume Westminster John Knox Press. Edited by Kimberly Bracken Long. Next Sunday, October 29 Sermon Title: Restore; (Matthew 27:45-50, 28:1-10) Rev. Gregory Kendrick, Jr. preaching at 8:30 Myers Chapel and 11:00 Great Hall. Rev. Andy Call preaching at 11:00 Sanctuary. Church of the Saviour United Methodist 2537 Lee Road Cleveland Heights, OH TODAY IN WORSHIP Sermon Title: Serve Rev. Andy Call Scripture: Matthew 20:20-27 Bok Chew Prayers Chris McCandless Ushers Aleem/Lickfelt Family

6 Order your Christmas Greens in the Parlor or on the church s website. Proceeds support youth mission trip. (see insert) Join us for the East Cleveland Serving Day on Saturday, November 4. Stop in the Parlor today or next Sunday to sign up for a service team. (see insert) Blood pressure Sunday has been moved to next Sunday, October 29. Theology in Film is showing the movie, Sully at 2 p.m. today in room 122. Annual Charge Conference is Monday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Calvary Hall. This is the annual meeting of the congregation where we measure progress on our ministry goals, celebrate what we have accomplished, and look forward to where God is calling us. All members of Church of the Saviour are welcome with voice and vote. Rev. Dr. Gary George, Assistant to the Bishop, will preside over the meeting. We are welcoming 300 families into our church this week for Upward Evaluations. Can you help? Be the welcoming face and hands of Church of the Saviour for the players and their families at evaluations on October 23, 24 & 28. Contact Jill Barr at upward-admin@chsaviour.org. New to Church of the Saviour? Want to know what it s all about? You bring questions and we will bring the pizza. Pizza with the Pastors is scheduled for Sunday, November 12 at noon in room 100. It s time to update the church directory. Is last year s listing correct? Did you drop your home phone number or change ? Please consider advertising your business or service in the directory, which is published and mailed to you at no cost to the church. Contact the office with any updates. Do you like to make people feel welcome? Do you enjoy creating a space for people to connect with each other? We are creating a new Hospitality Team, which will lead the congregation in envisioning and creating a welcoming environment where people can grow in their relationships. If you are called to this ministry, please contact the church office. Altar flower arrangement dedications are available each Sunday for the remainder of Contact the church office. The cost is $50 per arrangement. MARK YOUR CALENDARS November 5 All Saints Sunday ANNOUNCEMENTS OPPORTUNITIES THIS WEEK SUNDAY, October 22 Worship at 8:30 a.m. Myers Chapel, 11:00 Great Hall and Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. Grouptober, various locations 10:40 a.m. Prayer Meeting, Myers Chapel 12:15 p.m. Wesley Bells, Room 223 1:15 p.m. Flute Ensemble, Room 223 2:00 p.m. Theology in Film Sully, Room 122 4:30 p.m. Good News, Choir Room 5:30 p.m. Agape, Choir Room 6:00 p.m. Catalyst Bible Study, Evangelista Home MONDAY, October 23 6:00 p.m. Upward Evaluations, Great Hall 7:00 p.m. Sojourn Women s Bible Study, Room 121 7:30 p.m. Charge Conference, Calvary Hall 7:30 p.m. Vasa Voices, Choir Room TUESDAY, October 24 12:30 p.m. Edna Rhodes Circle with Becki Gisser, Parlor 6:00 p.m. Upward Evaluations, Great Hall 7:00 p.m. Martha Circle, Parlor WEDNESDAY, October 25 9:00 a.m. Fit for the Kingdom, Calvary Hall THURSDAY, October 26 7:00 a.m. Men s Prayer Breakfast, Parlor 9:30 a.m. Women s Bible Study, Room 121 6:00 p.m. Music Ministry Rehearsals 7:30 p.m. Man Talk, Room 121 FRIDAY, October 27 9:15 a.m. Women s Bible Study, Room :00 a.m. Men s Bible Study, Parlor 7:00 p.m. Jr Youth - Bonfire at Patterson s 7:00 p.m. Sr Youth - Backyard Pizza Oven and Bocce 7:00 p.m. Praise Team Rehearsal, Room 122 SATURDAY, October 28 8:15 a.m. Spiritual Fitness, Room 121 9:30 a.m. Needlework Guild & Prayer Shawl Ministry, #214 10:00 a.m. Upward Evaluations, Great Hall SUNDAY, October 29 Worship at 8:30 a.m. Myers Chapel, 11:00 Great Hall and Sanctuary Blood Pressure screenings after morning worship services, room :30 a.m. Grouptober, various locations 10:40 a.m. Prayer Meeting, Myers Chapel 12:15 p.m. Congregational Care Ministry Training, Room :15 p.m. Wesley Bells, Room 223 1:15 p.m. Flute Ensemble, Room 223 4:30 p.m. Good News, Choir Room