TODAY WORSHIP. Brand New Life. Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas. INSIDE A Note from Neil Order of Worship Yvette Flunder Nadia Bolz Weber

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1 WORSHIP TODAY January 13, 2019 Volume 6 Issue 2 9 & 11 a.m. Worship Services Baptism Sunday Brand New Life Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas INSIDE A Note from Neil Order of Worship Yvette Flunder Nadia Bolz Weber

2 Welcome to Cathedral of Hope! What began in 1970 as a circle of 12 friends meeting weekly for worship and fellowship has grown into Cathedral of Hope, a Vibrant, Inclusive, Progressive (VIP) congregation of the United Church of Christ. Founded in and serving beyond the LGBTQ community, our mission is to reclaim Christianity as a faith of extravagant grace, radical inclusion, and relentless compassion by being a people of hope proclaiming God s inclusive love, removing barriers to faith, and empowering all to grow in grace toward wholeness. If you are visiting Cathedral of Hope for the first time, we are glad to have you here, are blessed by your presence, and hope you will return often! If there is anything we can do to make your visit more enjoyable, please call on our Ushers to assist you. You re invited to use the restroom that corresponds with your gender identity or the restroom that is the safest and most comfortable for you. Gendered, multipleoccupancy restrooms are located near the double glass doors behind the Sanctuary. All-gender, single-occupancy restrooms are available off the hall to the right of the Hall of Heroes area. For more information about the church, please come to the Connect Center located next to Sources of Hope. Large-print bulletins and assisted listening systems are available in the bookstore. Neil s NOTE Good Morning, Cathedral of Hope United Church of Christ! I sincerely hope that this new year is finding you surrounded by the provisions of the advent values of hope, joy, peace and love. These provisions are not dependent on our circumstances, but are the gifts that live deep within us as those who follow in the steps of Jesus. Today is Baptism Sunday and we reflect on the baptism of Jesus, which many consider as marking the beginning of the public ministry of Jesus. In the next 3 years, Jesus would embody more fully the purpose of his life. As God incarnate, Jesus would teach, heal, and call all of us to enter into a new life. Our sermon series, Brand New, extends this call to us today. It invites us to see all things new, including ourselves, and to resolve this year to make this newness fresh, to make it count. Last Sunday we invoked a Brand New Attitude which accompanies this week s theme, Brand New Life. Baptism is the outward symbol of an inward change; this is something that we recall when we are sprinkled with the waters of baptism here at Cathedral of Hope. We believe that the life of Christ becomes a priority for us and that, by accepting that change, we are changed. Baptism is a tangible way in which we acknowledge that change and that choice, holding ourselves accountable on a daily basis. It was the same for Jesus. He, too, accepted the mantle of God s call, making relationship with humanity and God a priority. In our Scripture today we hear that God smiled at Jesus baptism and the heavens opened, declaring God s pleasure. The Holy Spirit descended on him like a dove, and a voice from heaven spoke, saying, This is my beloved with whom I am well pleased. A new life began. These words echo through the generations to welcome us today. We are God s beloved and we are called both to KNOW God s love and to BE God s love in our world, made real through our action of accepting the challenge of this new life. The message of God s love and forgiveness, grace, and healing is all about making all things new. We are new every morning and today yes, today each of us can step into a new life just by affirming our desire, and perhaps our need, to put the past behind us, and to accept the gifts that God s love provides. I am humbled to know not just to believe, but to know that God welcomes me as a guest in this house of God today, not simply to go through the motions of worship, but to find all things new - including a new life in Christ that can become a lifestyle choice every day. May God bless us all, wherever we are on life s journey, and may we know that our past does not define us and the future is yet to be revealed. Sincerely, in Christ The Reverend Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Senior Pastor IMPORTANT Neil s NOTE INFO Connect Center If you are joining us for the first time, stop by the Info Bar in the Connect Center to meet and greet with volunteers and staff, and to pick up a special gift from us to you. **Temporary construction of the Children s Ministry area will mean a relocation for childcare, Children s Church and Youth Group on Sundays: Childcare Children are temporarily relocated to the East Wing with an entrance outside to the right of the entrance doors. Please follow the path past the St. Francis Peace Garden (statue area) to the glass door. Youth Youth group resumes on Jan. 6th; they will be temporarily relocated to the downstairs classrooms in the Interfaith Peace Chapel across the plaza. Sources of Hope Our bookstore, Sources of Hope, is located near the front doors of the church. Visit the store before and after services to browse a great selection of inspiring merchandise and hope-filled gifts. Congregational Care If you find yourself experiencing illness, hospitalization, death, grief, or other critical challenges, the Congregational Care Ministry (CCM) at Cathedral of Hope will connect you with the appropriate resources that best correspond to your needs. The CCM can be reached by: Phone (214) Ext at CCMCOH@gmail.com Enter Care in red registration book when at church Worship Today Traditional - 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Modern - 10 a.m. (Interfaith Peace Chapel) Traditional in Spanish - 1 p.m.

3 LITURGY OF PREPARATION PRELUDE CALL TO WORSHIP Baptism Sunday JANUARY 13, & 11 A.M. Wash, O God, Your Sons and Daughters Music from The Sacred Harp, 1844; Setting by Duane Funderburk John Arney, flute; Rashaad Calaham, oboe; Johnny Engelke, clarinet Billy Holderby, horn; Deanna Van Besien-Kozacek, bass clarinet; Jeremy Wayne, piano Rev. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas **PROCESSIONAL HYMN At the Font We Start Our Journey Words by Jeffrey Rowthorn, Hope Publishing Company, adapted Music by Henry Purcell, c OneLicense.net License # A WESTMINSTER ABBEY **INVOCATION **The people will rise in body or spirit. Rev. Terri Akkerman Cathedral of Hope UCC o 5910 Cedar Springs Road o Dallas, TX o (214) o 1

4 GATHERING OF THE COMMUNITY **EXCHANGE OF PEACE Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Rev. Andria Davis LITURGY OF THE WORD HEBREW LESSON Isaiah 43: 1-7 Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz But now thus says God, the one who created you, O Jacob, who formed you, O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I give Egypt as your ransom, Ethiopia and Seba in exchange for you. Because you are precious in my sight, and honored, and I love you, I give people in return for you, nations in exchange for your life. Do not fear, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east, and from the west I will gather you; I will say to the north, Give them up, and to the south, Do not withhold; bring my sons from far away and my daughters from the end of the earth everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made. ANTHEM The Waters of Life Words: Ancient Christian Hymn, alt.; Music by James Biery Sanctuary Choir David Moldenhauer, organ PASTORAL PRAYER GRADUAL Choir: All: Speak, O Lord, as we come to you to receive the food of your holy word. Take your truth, plant it deep in us; shape and fashion us in your likeness. Words and Music by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend Thankyou Music CCLI License #

5 **GOSPEL LESSON Luke 3: 15-18, One: All: One: All: God be with you. And also with you. A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Luke. Glory to you, O God. The people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts whether John might be the Messiah. John answered all of them by saying, I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming, whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. This one will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. A winnowing fork is in his hand, to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into the granary; but the chaff will be burnt with unquenchable fire. So, with many other exhortations, John proclaimed the good news to the people. When all the people were baptized, and when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heaven was opened, and the Holy Spirit descended in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, You are my Son, my beloved; with you I am well pleased. One: All: This is the Gospel of Hope. Praise to you, Creator, Christ, and Holy Spirit. **GLORIA Music by Tom Brooks & Don Moen Integrity s Hosanna! Music arr. Steven Couch; CCLI License # SERMON Brand New Life Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas 3

6 **RENEWAL OF OUR BAPTISMAL VOWS **SONG OF RESPONSE I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry Words and Music by John Ylvisaker John Ylvisaker OneLicense.net License#A BORNING CRY LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY God Is Here Words by Fred Pratt Green, alt.; Music by Sheldon Curry Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra See Text-to-Give, PAGE 6 CELEBRATION OF HOLY COMMUNION WORDS OF INSTITUTION PRAYER OF CONSECRATION INVITATION TO THE FEAST DISTRIBUTION OF THE ELEMENTS TO OUR GUESTS Cathedral of Hope celebrates an open communion. We understand the sharing of the bread and the cup in Jesus name to be a representation of an ancient vision of God s feast for all peoples. We don t require you to be a member of this church, or any church, to participate with us in this feast of grace. Simply come forward at the ushers direction. After dipping a wafer in the cup, which contains non-alcoholic grape juice, the minister will place it on your tongue and offer a brief blessing. If you prefer to serve yourself, cup your hands in front of you as you come to receive communion. Gluten-free Wafers are available from the silver intinction set at the center point. Please indicate your need to the ushers on the center aisle and they will direct you to the appropriate position. We ask that you serve yourself take a wafer and dip it in the juice in order to avoid cross-contamination by the server. During the serving of Holy Communion, feel free to join in our Music during Communion. Please also be mindful of those around you who are in prayer and meditation. 4

7 MUSIC DURING COMMUNION I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light I want to walk as a child of the light; I want to follow Jesus. God set the stars to give light to the world; the light of my life is Jesus. In Christ there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus. I want to see the brightness of God; I want to look at Jesus. Clear sun of righteousness shine on my path, and show me the way of Jesus. In Christ there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus. Shine, Jesus Shine Lord, the light of your love is shining, in the midst of the darkness shining; Jesus, Light of the world, shine upon us, set us free by the truth you now bring us; Shine on me. Shine on me. Words and Music by Kathleen Thomerson, adapted G.I.A. Publications, Inc. OneLicense.net License # A Shine, Jesus, shine, fill this land with the heaven s glory; blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy; send forth your Word, Lord, and let there be light. Lord, I come to your awesome presence, from the shadows into your radiance; By your love I may enter your brightness; search me, try me, consume all my darkness; Shine on me. Shine on me. Shine, Jesus, shine, fill this land with the heaven s glory; blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy; send forth your Word, Lord, and let there be light. Let there be light. Words and Music by Graham Kendrick, alt. Integrity s Hosanna! Music CCLI License # TO OUR GUESTS It has become a tradition at the Cathedral of Hope to rise as we end our time of communion (as indicated by **), join hands as an expression of our unity in Christ, and lift them up in glory to God. We invite you to join as you are able, in body or spirit. Into My Heart Into my heart, into my heart, come into my heart, Lord Jesus; Come in today, come in to stay, Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. Shout to the Lord My Jesus, my Savior, Lord, there is none like you; All of my days I want to praise the wonders of your mighty love. My Comfort, my Shelter, Tower of refuge and strength, Let ev ry breath, all that I am, never cease to worship you. **PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING **Shout to the Lord, all the earth, let us sing, power and majesty, praises we bring. Mountains bow down and the seas will roar at the sound of your name. I sing for joy at the work of your hands, forever I ll love you, forever I ll stand; Nothing compares to the promise I have in you! Words and Music by Harry D. Clarke Hope Publishing Company OneLicense.net License # A Words and Music by Darlene Zschech, adapted Darlene Zschech/Hillsongs Australia CCLI License #

8 **RECESSIONAL Changed **BENEDICTION Words and Music by Paula Stefanovich; arr. Richard Kingsmore Adapted by David Moldenhauer Centergetic Music OneLicense.net License # A POSTLUDE Chancel Flowers are given to the glory of God in honor of Jeanette Bell by her many friends in recognition of the ways she demonstrates love and service to others in this congregation throughout the year. Time of Prayer After the service, caring ministers will be in the chapel area to offer you personal prayer for healing and comfort. Time of Fellowship Please join us for refreshments after the service in the Fellowship Hall. Text-to-Give Instructions Simply send a text message to with the amount you would like to contribute. Make sure to include the dollar sign before the amount. Example: $20. Within a few moments, you ll be sent a text with a link to register. Click on the link and enter your cardholder name and credit or debit card information. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a text verification and a receipt via . For future giving, simply send a text with the amount you wish to give, and it will process automatically! The minimum text-to-give contribution is $3. 6

9 WORSHIP NOTES This is a series of articles prepared by the Music and Worship Team to give insight and background into musical elements of our services. AT THE FONT WE START OUR JOURNEY This morning s Processional Hymn is a marriage of old and (relatively) new. The lyrics for At the Font We Start Our Journey were written in 1991 for the Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut by British-born bishop Jeffrey Rowthorn. Rowthorn has held positions at Union Theological Seminary and Yale University Divinity School. The hymn tune this text is paired with was adapted from an anthem by Henry Purcell ( ), one of England s most important pre-twentieth century composers. Purcell began his musical life as a boy chorister. At the age of seventeen he was appointed the organist of Westminster Abbey. In addition to countless anthems and choral works, Purcell composed a large amount of music for the theater. Toward the end of his life he was organist for both Westminster Abbey and the Chapel Royal. This majestic hymn tune bears the name Westminster Abbey in honor of Purcell s long association with that church. THE WATERS OF LIFE Our Anthem this morning is James Biery s stunning The Waters of Life. Biery combines an ancient Christian hymn, translated by the International Committee on English in the Liturgy for its Rite of Baptism for Children, with lyrical vocal lines hovering over a rippling depiction of water in the organ accompaniment. The three lines of text are Trinitarian: The voice of God calls us above the waters, the glory of the Son shines on us, the love of the Spirit fills us with life. GOD IS HERE! British Methodist minister and hymn writer Fred Pratt Green ( ) wrote the lyrics for this hymn in 1979 at the request of Russell Schulz-Widmar, director of music at University United Methodist Church of Austin, Texas. The words help us celebrate why we come together as a church: to offer praise and prayer, to preach the Word and participate in the sacraments, to foster faith and service, and to live lives that bring glory to God. The original music by Sheldon Curry is memorable and emotional with beautiful choral writing. Hope Day School This year, we will welcome Hope Day School to Cathedral of Hope United Church of Christ. The school will operate daily between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. It will be housed in the current children s center and will be extended to be able to welcome 90 children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years. Hope Day School is the new name of Oak Lawn Child Development Center which has operated out of Oak Lawn United Methodist Church for nearly 50 years. During the next couple of months, alterations to the children s center will done in preparation for its opening. A new playground area will also be added toward the front of the building by the flag poles. Hope Day School is an independent 501(c)(3) and will be responsible for its own expenses such as insurance, staff costs, maintenance and all related costs. It will also make a monthly contribution to the church to cover its additional costs. Please help us in preparing for, and welcoming, Hope Day School to the ministries and programs of Cathedral of Hope United Church of Christ. 7

10 Weekly January 13, 2019 NEWS No matter who you are or where you are on life s journey, you re welcome here. Cathedral of Hope is an inclusive spiritual community for all of God s people. No matter what your faith background, you ll find Cathedral of Hope a place where you can strengthen your faith and meet others who are on a similar faith journey. Here at CoH, you ll find many ways to get connected to community and grow in your faith. If you enjoyed worship today, you might be interested to know that we offer six distinct worship experiences. You can find out more about upcoming worship opportunities and special services on the back page. If you re looking for ways to get connected, Cathedral of Hope offers a number of affinity groups and events that meet the physical, social, and professional needs of our community. See pages 9 & 12 for more information. If you are in search of ways to grow in your faith through service, volunteering, and generosity, page 10 offers resources and tips for you to get involved and give back to the community around you. As you continue to grow on your faith journey, we encourage you to share the message of God s abundant love with all you meet. Page 11 offers opportunities to live your faith out loud in our community. SPECIAL WORSHIP, BACK PAGE CLASSES & GATHERINGS, P. 9&12 SERVING OPPORTUNITIES, P. 10 LIVE YOUR FAITH, P. 11 Did you know that CoH has its very own bookstore? At Sources of Hope Gifts and Books, you can find inspirational resources, some fun swag, and mementos of all sorts. Check out page 12 to see a few of this week s featured items. Even if you re not sure what your next step might be, we would love to meet you after worship today in the CONNECT Center (near the front entrance of the church). There you ll find friendly conversation with staff and Cathedral of Hope volunteers. The Tower Collapses Today in Children s Church On this third Sunday of the New Year, our Children begin a series of lessons about working together to achieve a common goal. Our first story focuses on what happens if we do not work well together. In the legendary tale of the Tower of Babel, we will meet Nimrod, a leader who displayed poor judgment and the wrong method of leadership, as he instructed the people to build a huge structure as a monument to himself instead of to God. Contact Dan Peeler at dpeeler@cathedralofhope.com if you have any questions about the our Ministry to Children and Families. 8 STAFF * Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Senior Pastor seniorpastor@cathedralofhope.com Rev. Andria Davis Associate Pastor adavis@cathedralofhope.com Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz Associate Pastor mdiaz@cathedralofhope.com Rev. Erin Wyma Associate Pastor ewyma@cathedralofhope.com Sean Baugh Assoc. Dir. of Music & Worship sbaugh@cathedralofhope.com Rev. Patricia Bjorling Minister of Generosity pbjorling@cathedralofhope.com Clifton Bohaker Event Planner cbohaker@cathedralofhope.com Scott Cannon, CPA Chief Accountant scannon@cathedralofhope.com Chris Jacobson-Chism Assist. Director of Music & Worship cchism@cathedralofhope.com Hardy Haberman Digital Experience Manager hhaberman@cathedralofhope.com Anita L. Haddy Director of Ministry & Volunteer Development ahaddy@cathedralofhope.com Jess C. McDowell Director of Media jmcdowell@cathedralofhope.com Alan Miles Minister for Youth & Young Adults amiles@cathedralofhope.com David Moldenhauer Director of Music & Worship dmoldenhauer@cathedralofhope.com Dan Peeler Minister for Children & Families dpeeler@cathedralofhope.com Yinessa Romero Licensed Minister yromero@cathedralofhope.com Scott Stout Assist. to the Sr. Pastor/Office Mgr. sstout@cathedralofhope.com Lynn Taylor Director of Facilities ltaylor@cathedralofhope.com *Not a complete listing

11 AFFINITY GROUPS New to CoH? Check out these fun, easy ways to meet new people and get connected right away! CoH Young Adults Every Thursday, 7:15 p.m., Private Home This is a weekly gathering of diverse, vibrant, young adults (18-35) who study, serve and socialize together as a caring community. Contact: amiles@cathedralofhope.com Order of St. Francis & St. Clare First Sundays, CLC 116, 12 p.m. An independent Franciscan community with members of all genders who do not live in a monastery, but live and work in society. Contact: Cathedral Couples First Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. Cathedral Couples is a group of members and friends who normally meet on the first Saturday of each month for socializing, food and fun. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet others for fellowship and discussion. Contact: cathedralcouples@gmail.com Sunday Flower Dedications If you would like to provide the flowers for our worship services in honor or memory of a loved one or simply to give thanks for God s blessings, you can reserve a Sunday in 2019 now. CoH Bicycling Group Second Saturdays, Various Times This is a group for people interested in bicycle riding as a means of bringing more activity into their lives and meeting new people who share the same interest. Connect with other rides on the CoH Bicycle Group on Facebook, CoH Bicycling Group. Contact: jmborel@gmail.com LEGACY Gathering Third Saturdays, Various Times & Locations LEGACY is a Cathedral of Hope social group made up of single or coupled mature adults (50 or better) who meet the third Saturday of each month for an outing or a potluck dinner at a private home. Contact: rvj5868@att.net Gaymsters Bridge Club Sundays, 1 p.m.; Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Join other bridge enthusiasts twice a week to play. All levels of experience are welcomed. Contact: jeffmarlatt@msn.com A dedication will published in our Weekly Worship bulletin the Sunday your flowers grace the chancel. Sunday February 3 & 17 Still Available pbjorling@cathedralofhope.com or , ext Serving on the Board of Stewards Governance plays an important role in our church. Our Board of Stewards will have four positions to be filled at our March 9, 2019 congregational meeting. The nominations committee is recruiting members who are qualified according to our Bylaws and Leadership covenants. Stop by their table in the fellowship hall following Sunday and Wednesday services beginning today through February 3. The due date for applications to be submitted is February 3 at 2 p.m. You can find a link to the Board Application Packet on the CoH website at It contains documents that outlines the process and provides expectations. You can also find links to the Bylaws and Leadership Covenant on the same page. nominations@cathedralofhope.com with any questions. 9

12 SERVING To express interest in one of the opportunities listed below, print the Keyword in the comments section of the registration pad, or contact Anita at or x135. Strategic Planning Committee adding team members When requested by the Board of Stewards, advises on a wide variety of subjects related to the Church s Strategic Plan and supports the monitoring of the progress of the elements of that Plan. Among other qualifications, voting members of the committee must be active members of the church and make an annual financial pledge to the church. The member shall have experience and/or interest in one or more of the following areas: To assist in the generation of the objectives and action plans that will implement the goals of the plan. To develop and send to the Board for approval, policies and procedures pertaining to the Plan as necessary and appropriate. To assess the progress of the standing committees of the board in light of the strategic plan. To forward to the Board all recommendations needing approval, and To report at each Board meeting Passion for analytical data and organizational behavior You can view Standing Committee Description and Policy at on the CoH website. Keyword: STRATEGIC Visual Merchandizer Our goal is to change the major displays in Sources every season and minor displays every 3-4 weeks. Keyword: VISUAL 10 Volunteer of the Month for January Parking Spot Drawing Winner Name: Les Holben Ministry: Sanctuary Orchestra since January 2006 Monthly drawings are on the first business day of each month. The winner will be notified after each drawing. Active volunteers (active is defined as we have a record of your current volunteer hours in the database) can enter the drawing by completing an entry form that is available at the drop box located on the wall to the right of the inside glass doors. Contact Anita at ahaddy@cathedralofhope.com with any questions you may have.

13 LIVE YOUR FAITH COMING THIS SPRING COMING SOON GREETERS WANTED FOR 11 A.M. SERVICE KEYWORD: GREETER FEBRUARY 18 Visit for tickets and more NADIA BOLZ WEBER If you have an enthusiastic personality and the gift of hospitality, this is the job for you! Starting at ST. PAUL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1816 Routh St, Dallas, TX TRIBUTES Tributes that reach the office by 3 p.m. on Monday will be printed in the coming week s bulletin. Tributes that reach the office afterwards will be printed in the following week s bulletin. Space limitations may also apply. In Memory of Dr. Lowell Worthington on the Second Anniversary of His Passing Ken Sims In Memory of Fred Wright Les Geiter In Memory of David Allen, 15 Susie and Michelle Hess In Memory of Hilario Zamarripa Peter Zamarripa and Robert Kleintop In Honor of My Aunt Doris Desmarais, with Love Richard John dupont In Honor of Clark Mitchell and JW Brasher Mike Brown and John Bolt To make an honorary or memorial gift, please contact Ariel Duarte at ariel@cathedralofhope.com or x131, or use the envelope in the pew rack. A minimum gift of $20 is suggested. 11 Greening Tip A good New Year s resolution is to plan to spend more time outdoors this year. Find nature spots that nurture your soul. The more time we spend in the Creation, the more we learn to respect the earth and keep it healthy. MONEY MATTERS Giving and Attendance at a Glance Week Week Week Ending 01/06/19 Ending 12/30/18 Ending 12/23/18 Service Attd. Ministry Attd. Ministry Attd. Ministry Worship 1,003 $9,142 2,155 $18,173 1,130 $28,776 Auto-Giving $38,516 $37,903 $9,720 Mail/Credit Cards $1,111 $8,557 $9,545 Total Contributions $48,769 $64,633 $48,041 Contributions Goal $49,000 $57,500 $34,000 Over/(Short Fall) ($231) $7,133 $14,041 YTD Contributions $48,769 YTD Operating Receipts $49,154 YTD Contribution Goal $49,000 YTD Operating Expenses $47,335 Over/(Short Fall) ($231) Over/(Short Fall) $1,819

14 How Much Do You Know About the Bible? The Ultimate Bible Knowledge Challenge is filled with fascinating history, intriguing facts and an endless supply of interesting trivia. This one-of-a-kind book will test and expand your knowledge of the Bible. Learn the biblical origin of popular sayings, uncover hidden truths about Scripture, and increase your Bible IQ with challenging quizzes. Whether you are a lifelong devotee or someone wanting to know more about God s Word, this collection of trivia will help you grow in your understanding of the Bible in a fun, new way. Take the ultimate Bible knowledge challenge and be amazed as God s amazing book comes alive for you! Outside the Lines Mihee Kim-Kort is a wife, a mom and a Presbyterian minister. And she s queer. As Mihee became aware of her queer sexuality, she wondered what that meant for her spirituality. But instead of pushing her away from God, her queerness has brought her closer to Jesus. In Outside the Lines, Mihee shows us how God, in Jesus, is oriented toward us in a queer and radical way. Through the life, work, and witness of Jesus, we see a God who loves us with a queer love. And our faith in that God becomes a queer spirituality--a spirituality that crashes through definitions and moves us outside of the categories of our making. Whenever we love ourselves and our neighbors with the boundary-breaking love of God, we live out this queer spirituality in the world. C L A S S E S A N D G AT H E R I N G S 12

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16 HOPE on the Horizon WORSHIP at a GLANCE* January 2019 Sunday, JAN 13 Brand New Brand New Life Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m. (English), 1 p.m. (Spanish) THE CHAPEL Modern Worship Experience, 10 a.m., IPC Wednesday, JAN 16 PULSE Getting Perspective Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m. Sunday, JAN 20 Brand New Brand New Miracles Rev. Dr. Neil G. Cazares-Thomas Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m. (English), 1 p.m. (Spanish) THE CHAPEL Modern Worship Experience, 10 a.m., IPC Wednesday, JAN 23 PULSE Getting Purpose Contemporary Worship, 7:15 p.m. Sunday, JAN 27 Brand New Brand New Spirit Bishop Yvette Flunder Sunday Worship 9 & 11 a.m. (English), 1 p.m. (Spanish) THE CHAPEL Modern Worship Experience, 10 a.m., IPC *Information subject to change without notice and will be updated as needed. Share us with your friends! #CoHDallas WORSHIP EXPERIENCES Traditional Sunday Morning 9 & 11 AM (English) THE CHAPEL - Modern Sunday Morning 10 AM, IPC Traditional Sunday Mid-Day 1 PM (Spanish) PULSE - Contemporary Wednesday Night 7:15 PM Contemplative Thursday 12:15 PM, IPC REFLECT - Meditative Wednesday Night 7:30 PM (1st Wednesdays) Have You Missed a Worship Service? Watch online at: on Twitter for updates & insights! Cathedral of Hope United Church of Christ 5910 Cedar Springs Road Dallas, TX