THE CHURCH OF THE RED ROCKS The Rev. Dr. Cindy Parker, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation An Open and Affirming Congregation.

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1 May 20, 2018 THE CHURCH OF THE RED ROCKS The Rev. Dr. Cindy Parker, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation An Open and Affirming Congregation Pentecost 8:30 and 10:30AM Pentecost Sunday celebrates the animating and sustaining presence of God s Spirit within the church. Perhaps it is for this reason that Pentecost is often celebrated as the "birthday of the Christian church. " The Spirit gives the church its mission and the power to undertake it. As you look into the future, what mission is the Spirit giving to you and to our church? How will you pour out the Spirit'? Prelude "Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling" arr. Wilbur Held *Hymn of Celebration! #84 "This Is the Day" Welcome to The Church of the Red Rocks! Pastor: Where we believe no matter who you are or where you are on life s journey, People: You are welcome here! Call to Worship Leader: It was a sad time. The disciples had gathered in Jerusalem for the Pentecost festival. But they wondered: what was the point? Jesus had died. Jesus had risen. Jesus had left them again. They were alone. Confused. Unsure of what to do-or where to go-next. Suddenly, the room was filled with a great, indescribable sound. Some said it was like the wind. Some said it was like a great fire. All of them knew that it was God s Spirit. They were not alone. The Spirit of their Creator God, The Spirit of the Risen Christ, was with them-and would be with themforever. All: Come, it is time to worship God! Opening Prayer Reaching Out & Building Beloved Community We joyfully welcome our confirmands to our church family- Emma and Dylan Beattie, and Gena Ryan

2 This Week May 20 May27 Sunday May 20 Pentecost and Confirmation at 10:30 Wear red! 8:30 am Worship Service 9:30 am Fellowship Time Painted Cliffs Hall (PCH) 10:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sunday School and Nursery Care Monday May 21 7:45 am Tai Chi & Prayer Classroom B Tuesday May 22 7:30 am Men's Breakfast and Religious Education - PCH 8:00 am Long Range Planning Ministry Conference Room Wednesday May 23 1:00 pm Council Meeting PCH Thursday May 24 9:30 am Stephen Ministries - PCH Friday May 25 7:45 am Tai Chi and Prayer Classroom B 9:00 am Pastor Parish Meeting Conference Room 10:15 am The EDGE Classroom B Sunday May 27 Trinity Sunday 8:30 am Worship Service 9:30 am Fellowship Time Painted Cliffs Hall (PCH) 10:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sunday School and Nursery Care *Beginning June 3 rd we will have one worship service at 9:30 am* Knitting Group will meet in VOC this summer. margramley@gmail.com for more information. Please

3 Welcome to The Church of the Red Rocks We extend a warm greeting to our visitors, friends and members. If you are interested in joining the church, please see Pastor Cindy after worship. Large Print Bulletins and Head Sets (for amplified sound of our worship services) are available from any of our ushers. Director of Music Organist/Pianist Hand Bell Director Office Administration Nursery Care Dr. Ryan Holder Suzanne Moore Mary Rubel and Carol Weinhardt, substitute director Ginger Willetts, Cate Wyckoff and Marcia Bickford Shandra Ryan Circle of Concern Church families pray for each other: Tori DuCharme, Jackie Hornberger, Cheryl Jackson, Chuck Lougheed, Mary Rubel, Laura Ridley, John Terhune, Janet Wheeler, Edd VanHooser, David Barron, Louise MacDonald, and Bob Moore. If you or someone you love is hospitalized or having surgery, please let Pastor Cindy or the office know: Sympathy to the family of Gary Clements who passed away on May 12 th in St. Paul, Minnesota Today's white flower arrangement is given by Barbara and Graham Walker in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary! Please see the Canyon Echo for Pick-a-Party information! Next week s scripture reading: May 27, 2018-Trinity Sunday-Last week we celebrated the gift of the Holy Spirit to God s children. This week we celebrate the interrelationship of Creator, Redeemer and Holy Spirit. How is this possible? God as threein-one? In his letter to the church in Rome, (Romans 8:12-17) Paul writes of this relationship and our part in it, we do not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but we have received a spirit of adoption. (v. 15) What does it mean to be one of God s children? God is still speaking with our message, Adopted by God. Narthex Art "Cactus Garden" is now displayed in our Narthex. It is the latest work of Norma Gibson, a member of CRR and well-known artist.

4 Reflecting Hymn #351 "I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry" New Testament Reading "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Acts 2:1-21 Message for All God s Children "Happy Birthday, Church!" (It is a joy to worship with our children and grandchildren. Children ages 6 and under are invited to join Shandra for special worship activities designed just for them.) Invitation to the Offering Offertory "Spirit of God Descend" arr. Marilynn Ham *Doxology hymnal # 779 "Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Christ, all creatures here below; Praise Holy Spirit, Comforter; One God, Triune, whom we adore. A-men" *Prayer of Dedication Special Music #283 "Spirit of the Living God" congregation sings Prayer of the Holy Spirit (in unison) Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in us the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and we shall be created. And you shall renew the face of the earth. O God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy your consolations. Through Christ our Lord, amen. God is Still Speaking Filled Choir Anthem "Sweet, Sweet Spirit" arr. Joel Raney Sharing of Joys and Concerns The Prayers of the People & The Lord s Prayer *Sending Hymn #272 "On Pentecost They Gathered" *Blessing *Choral Response "Sweet Holy Spirit" arr. Joel Raney Postlude "Revive Us Again" arr. Mark Hayes As you depart, please greet one another with the Spirit of Christ s love. *Please stand in body or in Spirit

5 Invitation Confirmation Liturgy for May 20, 2018 Questions of the Candidates Affirmation of Faith Pastor: Do you believe in God? People: I believe in God. Pastor: Do you believe in Jesus? People: I believe in Jesus. Pastor: Do you believe in the Holy Spirit? People: I believe in the Holy Spirit. Act of Confirmation Prayer of Confirmation Welcome Pastor: As the members of The Church of the Red Rocks, we express our welcome and affirm our mutual ministry in Christ. People: We promise you our continuing friendship and prayers as we share the hopes and works of the church of Jesus Christ. By the power of the Holy Spirit may we continue to grow together in God s knowledge and love and be witnesses of our risen Savior. Greeting of Christian Love

6 What is the #1 reason people join our church family? When people attend our new member gatherings Pastor Cindy asks them to fill out a questionnaire asking them to identify the top three reasons they decided to join the church. The #1 reason?? Relationships! People are attracted to our church because of the friendliness of our church family! The Growth Ministry has been looking and praying for ways to continue to develop those relationships and we think God has shown us the answer! We are starting a pilot program called Caring Connections are we are looking for a few men and women to help us out! How? We would like to get those who are interested in connecting with others to join us in Classroom A on May 31 st at 10:00am. We plan to divide up the directory with each connector (that s you!) taking 10 families. The connector with be responsible for checking in with their people every month or so, especially if they notice anything unusual (that person hasn t been in church for a while, etc.) That s it. You don t need any special skills, just a willingness to pray for your families and connect with them! If you think God might be calling you to assist with this ministry please join us on May 31 st! We are praying for you!