9:15 a.m. Welcome to Epworth! 2019 February Worship Schedule During the month of February: 9:15 a.m. Praise Worship 11:15 a.m. Traditional Worship

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9:15 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...Lead Interpreter: Lynn Kohler Communications & Technologies Manager: Kenneth Mahan Office Manager: Darlene Ford...Special Projects: Debbie Hunt.

..Maintenance: Mike Harrigan Traditional Services at 7:45 & 11:15** Contemporary Service at 9:15** **Childcare Available Welcome to Epworth!

Our scripture this week calls for us to imitate God in how God dearly loves us. We are called to be sacrificial in our partnered relationships. Come join us as we look at this Epistle written by Paul.

1 9:15 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...Lead Interpreter: Lynn Kohler 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! We continue this week with our Sermon Series on dealing with relationships. Our focus this week is on marriages and partnerships. Our scripture this week calls for us to imitate God in how God dearly loves us. We are called to be sacrificial in our partnered relationships. Come join us as we look at this Epistle written by Paul. We are grateful that you have chosen to worship with us today and hope you find our faith community welcoming. 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 NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, TH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY SERMON SERIES: IT S COMPLICATED DEALING WITH RELATIONSHIPS IN TODAY S WORLD: CHILDREN & SIBLINGS FOCAL LESSON: PSALM 127; MATTHEW 19:13-15 PREACHER: REV. VICKY STARNES 2019 February Worship Schedule During the month of February: 9:15 a.m. Praise Worship 11:15 a.m. Traditional Worship Affiliating with other United Methodists for greater inclusiveness through the Reconciling Ministries Network Long-Term Prayer Concerns Printed out and located near the Caring Ministries Bulletin Board Attendance Sunday, Feb. 3, :45 9:15 11:15 Nursery SS Total

2 Worship Celebration: February 10, :15 a.m. (PRAISE WORSHIP) EPWORTH: a United Methodist Church 5th Sunday after Epiphany (Year C) Praise Gathering We Gather in Community Beautiful One Welcome & Sharing the Mission & Ministry of Epworth *Passing the Peace *Singing in Praise Children s Celebration God Is On The Move Be Shaped By God s Word Terre Walton Song Jesus Loves Me...arr. Michael Glasgow Memorial Bell Choir We Engage The Word Psalm Lesson Psalm 139:1-7, Alice Mazur Epistle Lesson Ephesians 5:20-33 Sermon It s Complicated: Marriage & Partnerships Rev. Todd Shultz Song of Response Joys & Concerns Morning Prayer The Lord s Prayer We Respond To God s Word Child of God (sung responsively) 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: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling...arr. Arnold B. Sherman Memorial Bell Choir *Benediction *Sending Song *Please stand as you are able. Share God s Grace with The World Every Praise Place for Note Taking

3 This Week at Epworth 8:00 a.m. Stephen Ministries 12:45 p.m. Writer s Group 2:00 p.m. Food & Love Soup Kitchen 6:00 p.m. FIRE Way Forward 6:00 p.m. FAIL Book Study 10:00 a.m. Great Decisions 1:00 p.m. WINGS 1:30 p.m. Admin. Staff Meeting 4:00 p.m. SPRC 6:30 p.m. Great Decisions 6:30 p.m. Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m. Women s Bible Study 9:00 a.m. Worship Team 10:00 a.m. Program Managers 10:00 a.m. Chair Yoga 10:45 a.m. Admin. 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 9:00 a.m. Parents Chat & Share 1:00 p.m. Card Making 3:00 p.m. Communications 3:00 p.m. Stephen Ministries 5:30 p.m. Memorial Bells 5:30 p.m. KIVA@Epworth 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 7:00 p.m. Choir 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 her parents, James & Virginia Brainard, by Joyce Pool. 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 February are sponsored in memory of her husband, Mike, by JoAnn Merrick. Sound: Ken Mahan, Sharon Wert, Josh Megee, Arne Jerfsten, Karen Kaufman Acolyte Connor Camiolo Greeters: Fay Henry Head Ushers: Jim Blakeslee, Russ Mullen 9:15 a.m.: Bob & Marilyn Smith, Nancy Bodner, Kim Scott, James Floyd, Annette Predeaux 11:15 a.m.: Harvey Waltersdorf, Chet Sprague, Jim Larsen Short Takes Interested in knowing more about Epworth s small group ministry? Call Janet Taylor-Smith 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. Chair Yoga, Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. $5.00 per class. FYI: Should you have a Pastoral Care Emergency on the weekend, our Care Line Phone Number is Join us in February 2019 for this timely sermon series: It s Complicated: Dealing with Relationships in Today s World Biblical Perspective on Love, Marriage, Family and Relationships Human beings were created with an amazing capacity for love and relationship. But it s complicated. The simple lessons we were taught as children aren t quite adequate for navigating healthy relationships with family and friends in the 21 st Century. From social media to modern families, even if you think you ve got it figured out, healthy relationships can be challenging. Feb Children and Siblings Feb Friends and Co-workers Newsletter Sponsors Needed We are in need of sponsors for the Church Newsletters. Newsletters are $100 for the month. The following months are needed: Newsletters: May, June and July/August Supply the Shelter Since 2010, Immanuel Shelter on Oyster Rock Road in Rehoboth has sheltered homeless adult men and women, offering refuge and protection from the harsh, sometimes life-threatening winter elements. Immanuel Shelter code purple services include offering shelter, food, clothing, basic human necessities, and friendly companionship. We provide compassionate, trained and skilled staff and volunteer services that demonstrate a respect and dignity for all Immanuel homeless guests. Epworth s Social Justice Team will once again collect items to assist Immanuel Shelter meet the needs of the men and women in our community who use its services. On Feb. 10 and 17, you will find a collection table set up in the Narthex and you may drop off the supplies after any of the services. As always, the generosity of Epworth is greatly appreciated. The items most needed are: Trash bags 42 & 13 gallon, Lysol spray, Pinesol cleaner, liquid hand soap, Clorox wipes, dish detergent, laundry detergent, paper napkins. Good Sam s Fundraiser On two consecutive Sundays, February 24 and March 3, there will be an art exhibit/sale. Local artist, Lynette Larsen, plans to donate 80% of all sales to our Good Sam s outreach. Her artwork will be on display (and available for immediate sale) in Scott s Chapel both Sundays from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Please support this worthwhile project! Inviting All, Finding Your Place, Connecting to God, Demonstrating Care

4 Share The Love How do you feel when you receive a Valentine s Card or have someone tell you I Love You? What would it feel like to never receive a card, an I Love You or a visit? We know some people in our community that are not blessed with cards, warm words, thoughts, and hugs! They live in our nursing homes and from time to time Epworth delivers flowers to Renaissance and Harbor Health asking the activity director to give them to people who never receive flowers, calls, or visitors. This year for Valentine s Day when you purchase a card for your loved ones please buy an extra card and write it out to someone you do not know. We will deliver those cards to Renaissance and Harbor Health asking for them to be delivered to those alone and who need to remember the words we all want to hear. I Love You! Happy Valentine s Day! FIRE (Faithfully Inviting & Reconciling Everyone Is hosting an open forum on The Way Forward TODAY, at 6:00 p.m., in the FH. Come and join the discussion as we move closer to the meeting of General Conference to decide the future of the United Methodist Church. Trustees Reminder The Trustees would like to remind everyone that food and beverages (except for closed water bottles) are not allowed in the Sanctuary. In addition to preventing stains on upholstery and floors, there is also a safety concern. Calling All Miracles!!! If you ve witnessed a miracle in your life or in the lives of your family or friends and would like to share it let us know! Pastors are planning a series on modern-day miracles for summer and need examples from those of you who have experienced or witnessed them. The pastors would love your submissions, even though they can t guarantee that each will be used as illustrations in the sermons. All the miracles shared will go into the research for the sermon writing and planning. Please write about the miracle experience and either the story to Debbie Hunt at dhunt@eumcrb.org, or drop it by the church office to her attention by April 1. Please include your contact information in case someone needs to contact you. Chair Yoga If you missed signing up for Chair Yoga at the Education/Volunteer Fair last Sunday, it is not too late! Classes will start on Tuesday, February 5 from 10 11:00 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Classes are $5 for each class. Wear something comfortable and join the fun! WINGS Our next WINGS meeting is February 11 in Baker Lounge at 1:00 p.m. Although we serve many ministries, each member helps when and where she can. We would love to hae you join us! For more information, contact Janet Taylor-Smith, jtaylorsmith711@gmail.com Great Decisions Class Beginning Wednesday, February 20, from 6 7:30 p.m. in Scott s Chapel, we shall meet for 8 weeks to DISCUSS the crucial foreign affairs decisions facing the U.S. this year. Topics include: Global Migration, Cyber Conflict, Middle East, Nuclear Negotiations, Nationalism in Europe, Trade with China, U.S. & Mexico and the State of Diplomacy. Experts outline the issues via video. A text book with about 6 pages per topic is available ($32) to help form our DISCUSSION. Sign up is at the WINGS table. For further info, see Bob Paulen ( ). Southern Delaware Chorale Concert The Southern Delaware Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Colin Armstrong, will present a concert of traditional spirituals and gospel music in celebration of Black History Month, titled A Choral Patchwork. The Chorale will be joined by Cantabile Women s Chorus, Sussex Tech High School Bella Voce and VOCE men s quartet. It all takes place at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 24, 2019, at Epworth United Methodist church. Admission is $ Please go to southerndelawarechorale.org, or purchase tickets at the door on the day of the concert. Epworth Writers Fellowship Did you ever desire to write but were unsure where to begin? Or wonder who would read what you wrote? If so, this is the group for you! All writers and aspiring ones are welcome to attend our first meeting TODAY, from 12:45 1:45 p.m., immediately following the late worship service in Scott s Chapel. Bring your ideas for our new group and meet with others in a warm, encouraging fellowship, where we can share what sets our hearts on fire. Those who desire may bring a brief piece: poetry, fiction or nonfiction. Light food will be provided. For more information, please contact Marilyn Emmanuel at emanuelmarilyn@gmail.com or Like to Sew? We are making reusable grocery bags for the Food Pantry, Good Sam and Food Rescue to eliminate the use of plastic grocery bags. These bags will be made from rescued 50 lb. polypropylene animal food bags (horses, chicken, dog, cats). We also need sources for these bags. We are looking for help in sewing a very simply constructed bag with strap handles. The bags were designed by Kelly Klein, Gail Gingrich s daughter. We can sew as individuals or get together for a day of sewing and socializing. If you are interested, please contact Gail Gingrich at gvgingrich@gmail.com or There will be a sample bag at the WINGS table today. Simpson Men s Group Simpson Men s Group will hold its monthly meeting, Saturday, Feb. 9, at Sammy s Kitchen in downtown Rehoboth Beach at 8:00 a.m Oberammergau Passion Play The world famous event is already sold-out, but we have reserved 18 tickets available on a first-come basis. First performed in 1634 in response to the Black Plague, the play has been presented once every 10 years since. Out tour will take us through medieval towns in Germany, the breathtaking Alps in Switzerland, the Burgundy wine region of France and ultimately to Paris, the City of Lights. The date is September and the price of $4,399 includes airfare, hotel, most meals, play tickets, professional guide and deluxe motor coach. For a complete brochure, please contact Bob Paulen at or bobpaulen@yahoo.com. Inviting All, Finding Your Place, Connecting to God, Demonstrating Care

Ariel, Drey and Beau James Blanche Baker Karen Bengston Anita Bunce Gloria/Bob Campbell Andre Ervin Emmalane Ewing Liam Fanning Denise Fioravaniti James Ford Carol Frampton Keott Gomez Fred Grimm

5 Ariel, Drey and Beau James Blanche Baker Karen Bengston Anita Bunce Gloria/Bob Campbell Andre Ervin Emmalane Ewing Liam Fanning Denise Fioravaniti James Ford Carol Frampton Keott Gomez Fred Grimm Mary Helms Albert/Gertrude Herman Connie Horne Beth Isaacs Kelly Kline Nancy Krupa Joel Miller Family Bill Moody Terry Rasberry Jonathan Reed Agnes Reno Thomas Rooney Frances Schoch Nolan Slatcher Smith Family Robyn Voelker-McCumber Doris Voelker Nayan Vyas & Family Tom Walker Guy Weidner-Ahorrio Weschler Family Linda White Caring Pathway - Prayer List *Names printed in Italics indicate additions to our prayer list this week. Nancy Grimm Margaret Hodges-Night Fred Smith Sharyn Smith Wave Starnes Anita Stockton Lana Cobb Eleanor Jane Jones Robert Mitchell Iris Pyle Linda/Don Rooney Lois Shelley Tracy Shoup Quinn Smith Signa Souder Ruth Reynolds in Hospice at Home Bill Steward, Hospice at Home Dick Thomas, Hospice at home Wilma Van Denburg To Chet & Sue Sprague, family & friends, on the death of Chet s mother, Mimi Sprague, 2/1; To Cal Weible, family & friends, on the death of Cal s stepmother, Maxine Weible. 2/16 Ginny & Walt Papke *75+ years Students, teachers & education administrators Kristen Bakkegard, U.S.N. 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 Jeffery Teller Jane Jones Rosemarie VanIngen Thornton Lynam Pat Hansen, Connie Holdridge, Barb Kurtz, Anne Lynam, Kenny Mahan Diane Dean Duane Silvis Mary Beth Crafts

6 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. 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 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! Update from Card Ministry Do you need to tell someone thank you? Is there a birthday card you need to pick up? Please stop by at the Demonstrating Care card basket on the shelf in the Narthex. There is a large selection of occasions to choose from courtesy of the Card Making Group. 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. 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. UMW Reading Program Happy 2019!! With the beginning of the new year, it is time to start thinking about the 2019 UMW s Reading Program. I have listened to three books so far. All of them are excellent and I highly recommend them. They are all available through the Delaware Library system. Dear Ijeawele, or a Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions, by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Nurturing Community, is a powerful book. It is a letter to a friend giving her suggestions on raising a strong, independent woman. There is a copy on the UMW bookshelf for your use. The Feathered Bone: A Novel, by Julie Cantrell, Social Action, is a well written novel. It deals with many difficult and timely issues such as child abduction, domestic abuse, suicide and faith in the midst of adversity. The setting is New Orleans during the hurricane Katrina time period. Do All Lives Matter? The Issues We Can No Longer Ignore and the Solutions We All Long For, by Wayne Gordon and John M. Perkins, Social Action, challenges each of us to examine our reaction to the Black Lives Matter movement. The 2019 catalog has been downloaded and put on the bookshelf and available online. Questions, call Wendy Herman at 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. 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!

11:15 a.m. Welcome to Epworth! Long-Term Prayer Concerns Printed out and located near the Caring Ministries Bulletin Board

11:15 a.m. Welcome to Epworth! Welcome to Epworth! Our sermon series on It s Complicated: Relationships in Today s World continues this morning. So far during this series, we ve looked at relationships