Welcome! Are you new at Christ Church? Please stop by our I m New Here, table downstairs in the Gathering Hall to learn more about our church.

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1 JULY 29, 2018

2 UPCOMING SERMONS SUMMER SERMON SERIES: Beginnings Bible Stories You Once Knew AUG 05 END GAME GENESIS 50:15-21 Pastor Dan Conway preaching at the 8:15 am service. Pastor C. Chappell Temple preaching at the 9:30 and 10:55 am services. NEW SERMON SERIES BEGINNING AUGUST 12: Instructions for Life AUG 12 THE WEEKLY WORD by Pastor C. Chappell Temple The list is an impressive one Bacon, Galileo, Newton, and Kepler, just to name a few. But we could also add Faraday and Mendel, along with Asa Gray (of Gray s Manual, not Gray s Anatomy!), Pasteur, and George Washington Carver. Then toss in Wernher Von Braun, Richard Smalley, and Allistair McGrath if you like. For all of them were scientists of note who also embraced the Christian faith. Robert Boyle, for instance, regarded as the first modern chemist and a pioneer of the scientific method, was a devout Anglican, arguing that the very design of nature demonstrated God s involvement with the world, and devoting much of his resources to promote the spread of the faith in India, helping to translate the Bible into as many languages as possible. In that same vein, thus, we are pleased to welcome David Wilkinson, to Christ Church today. For Dr. Wilkinson too began his career as a scientist, receiving his Ph.D. in Astrophysics and becoming a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society in England. David is also a Methodist minister and theologian, however, serving as the current Principal of St. John s College at Durham University. The author of numerous books on the relationship between science and religion, he is a regular contributor to the BBC and a well-known speaker around the world. It s a gift to have him with us today as an example of how to love the Lord not just with all of your heart, but with all of your mind as well. For as Psalm 8 tells us, God really has set his glory in the heavens. It s just up to us to notice it. TELL THE TRUTH EPHESIANS 4:25-5:2 Pastor C. Chappell Temple preaching at the 8:15 and 9:30 am services. Pastor Andrew Hook preaching at the 10:55 am service. SUNDAYS AT CHRIST CHURCH 8:15-9:05 AM FIRST LIGHT SERVICE (Simple) 9:30-10:55 AM CORNERSTONE SERVICE (Contemporary) SUNDAY SCHOOL (All Ages) 10:55 AM - 12 PM FESTIVAL SERVICE (Traditional) SUNDAY SCHOOL (Adult & Youth) CHILDREN'S CHURCH 5-7 PM STUDENT WORSHIP IN THE FLC GYM (Dinner $2) Welcome! Are you new at Christ Church? Please stop by our I m New Here, table downstairs in the Gathering Hall to learn more about our church. OUR PASTORS Dr. C. Chappell Temple Lead Pastor Dan Conway Pastor of Discipleship & Outreach Michelle Hall Pastor of Congregational Care & Missions Andrew Hook Pastor of Family Life R. DeAndre Johnson Pastor of Music & Worship Life WORSHIP TEAM GT Mangum Director of Contemporary Worship Beth McConnell Organist / Accompanist Dr. Hangfong Au Assistant Accompanist Molly Ness Bella Voce, Handbells, & Harps Director For a full list of our staff members, please visit christchurchsl.org/staff.

3 First Light Service 8:15 AM SIMPLE WORSHIP SERVICE Welcome to worship this morning! Our altar is open for personal prayer before the service begins. Prayer partners will be present beginning at 8 am. cornerstone service 9:30 AM CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE Welcome to worship this morning! After the children s lesson, our children may follow the cross down the center aisle to go to their Sunday School classes. Children s activity packets are available at the tree on the landing for those children who remain in worship today. PRELUDE *OPENING SONGS I'll Fly Away / I Saw The Light Victory In Jesus (UMH 370) TODAY'S MESSAGE INVITATION TO HOLY COMMUNION OPENING SONGS I'll Fly Away / I Saw The Light Victory In Jesus A TIME OF FELLOWSHIP SCRIPTURE READING The Word of God for the People of God. Thanks be to God! THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Lord, in your mercy. Hear our prayers. COMMUNITY MOMENTS The Prayer RACHEL MANGUM & DANA JACOBSON, DUET of the pew and pass it to your neighbor. *THE DOXOLOGY (UMH 95) GOSPEL READING The Word of God for the People of God. Thanks be to God! THE LORD S PRAYER (said by all) SHARING AND PRAYERS FOR HEALING AT THE LORD S TABLE The table is open to all, irrespective of age or church membership. Gluten-free elements are available on the left side of the altar. AN INVITATION TO WALK WITH *CLOSING SONG How Marvelous BENEDICTION COMMUNITY MOMENTS CHILDREN'S MYSTERY LESSON PASTOR R. DEANDRE JOHNSON SONGS OF WORSHIP Who You Say I Am Sometimes By Step What A Friend of the pew, passing it to your neighbor. TODAY'S MESSAGE HOLY COMMUNION AN INVITATION TO WALK WITH CLOSING SONG How Marvelous BLESSING & DISMISSAL The ALTAR FLOWERS today are shared by Kristin & Eric Johnson In honor of their 10 th Wedding Anniversary and Emilie's 1st Birthday; by Ardell Stimson in memory of Dr. Paul Stimson; and by Mark and Linette Rehkopf in honor of their 32 nd Wedding Anniversary. If you would like to commemorate a special event, donations of altar flowers may be made by signing up on the calendar in the Faith Corner, or by contacting Debbie Meier, debbiem@christchurchsl.org. *Please stand as you are able. Our Bride s Room, located just to the right of the Sanctuary, is open during all services for the use of parents with young children, with worship streamed live into the room.

4 THE PRELUDE Capriol Suite, Movement 1 & 2 arr. Plohman & Phillips SPREAD THE MUSIC ENSEMBLE *OPENING SONGS I Stand Amazed (UMH 371) Majesty (UMH 176) There's Something About That Name (UMH 171) *FELLOWSHIP & COMMUNITY MOMENTS CELEBRATION OF BAPTISMAL COVENANT DEVIN DANIEL HOMSI Festival Service 10:55 AM TRADITIONAL WORSHIP SERVICE Welcome to worship this morning! Children age 3 years - 5 th grade are invited to attend our Children s Church in Rooms 210/211 and 108 during this hour. Children s activity packets are also available at the tree on the landing for those children who remain with their families in worship today. CHILDREN'S MYSTERY LESSON PASTOR C. CHAPPELL TEMPLE MORNING PRAYER & LORD'S PRAYER The Prayer RACHEL MANGUM & DANA JACOBSON, DUET of the pew and pass it to your neighbor. *THE DOXOLOGY (UMH 95, sung by all) SCRIPTURE READING SERMON HYMN OF RESPONSE We'll Understand It Better (UMH 525) INVITATION TO WALK WITH Our Prayer Partners are available at the altar to pray with anyone desiring to do so. *CLOSING HYMN The Lily Of The Valley *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE *Please stand as you are able. Please be seated for the Postlude. PRAYERS In Our Prayers: Mike Walters; Bob Sanders; Elisa McIntire s mother; DeAndre Johnson s brother s mother-in-law; Harrison Teel and friends; Carol Linnartz; Elaine Boudjellali s cousin. Prayers of Joy: John and Annette Mullendore; David and Sarah Salmon s baby; Claire Unger s friend and relative; Ellie Whiddon; Wes and Ellie Whiddon s sonin-law; Vivian Winslow s sister. You may submit any prayer requests 24 hours a day by visiting our website at christchurchsl.org/prayer. PRESENCE Total Attendance on July 15: 704 FINANCIAL SUPPORT Received this week: Annual Budget: Projected Year-to-Date: Received Year-to-Date: $44,092 $3,275,000 $1,737,934 $1,581,471 53% OF BUDGET NEEDED 48% OF BUDGET FULFILLED Giving may be made, scheduled, or reviewed at any time on our website at christchurchsl.org/give. COMMUNITY CORNER FYSH CAMP, 6 TH THROUGH 8 TH GRADE PICTURED ABOVE: The whole FYSH Camp pictured at Houston Food Bank; A group delivering ice cream to the local fire station; Two campers helping with a local garden. "My week at FYSH camp was the best I've had so far. We packed 3,200 bags of rice and beans at the Houston Food Bank, made over 1,600 lunches at Kids Meal's, worked at the church doing various improvements, and enjoyed random acts of kindness by delivering food and water to the homeless and ice cream to fire stations. After our hard work in the mornings we enjoyed fun and fellowship at Dave and Buster's, SkyZone, bubble soccer, and Pirate's Bay. Helping other's in need made me realize that we take so much for granted and others are not as fortunate as us. This week has showed me that I would like to serve others more often. I'm thankful for the opportunity to Find My (Your) Servant Heart (FYSH)." - STEVEN GODWIN 7th Grade SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS NEEDED KICK-OFF LUNCH & TRAINING August 5 12:30-3:30 pm Rooms 210/211 Can you make a difference in a child's faith story? Christ Kids is looking for some dedicated Sunday School teachers for the 9:30 and 10:55 hours. Interested volunteers please contact Kate Flint at katef@christchurchsl.org.

5 join us for... SPREAD THE MUSIC BENEFIT CONCERT Saturday, August 4 6:30 pm Sanctuary Spread the Music Association is hosting its 3 rd Annual SMA Benefit Concert to continue to fundraise for Girl Up, a United Nations Foundation, to empower adolescent girls around the world to achieve more than what society limits them to. Purchase tickets online at christchurchsl.org/spreadthemusic or at the door. SIX FLAGS SAN ANTONIO - LAST CHANCE! Tomorrow, July 30 7 am - 11 pm Six Flags San Antonio (Meet at Christ Church) Spend the day with us at Six Flags in San Antonio! We will leave on a charter bus at 7 am, returning around midnight. Cost of $100 includes admission, transportation, and 2 meals. Register at christchurchsl.org/sixflags. Contact: Sabrina Salisbury, Assistant Director of Student Ministries, at sabrinas@christchurchsl.org. HOUSTON LAY SCHOOL: "KEEPING FAITH IN MULTIFAITH SOCIETY" August 25 9:30 am - 3:30 pm St. Paul's UMC $70 for Early Registration We live in a very diverse place. This panel hosted at St. Paul's UMC will discuss how we respect each other's faith while we keep and share our own. Christian, Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, and Jewish communities will be represented on the panel. Explore more information and register today at EAST FORT BEND HUMAN NEEDS MINISTRY JOB OPENINGS Current openings 435 Stafford Run, Stafford, Texas EFB has 2 full-time job openings! Grant Writer/Database Administrator - must have grant writing experience and excellent communication & organizational skills. Truck Driver/Helper - responsible for driving to pick up donations, a good driving record is required. Please send resume or inquiries to vickie@humanneeds.org. STAY CONNECTED GIVE christchurchsl.org/give PHONE WEBSITE christchurchsl.org SUBSCRIBE christchurchsl.org/ FACEBOOK /christchurchsl 3300 Austin Parkway Sugar Land, Texas A MEMBER OF THE WORLD-WIDE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH