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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.

Chances are you ve got family dynamics and joys and challenges to celebrate and contemplate this week.

As our denomination begins its Special General Conference on A Way Forward this Saturday, we also will spend some time in prayer preparing for that event. Thanks for joining us this morning!

NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2019 7TH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY SERMON SERIES: IT S COMPLICATED DEALING WITH RELATIONSHIPS IN TODAY S WORLD: FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS FOCAL LESSON: ROMANS 12:9-21 PREACHER: REV.

1 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 with parents and grandparents, marriages and partnerships and today we look at siblings and children. Chances are you ve got family dynamics and joys and challenges to celebrate and contemplate this week. We hope to use the stories of Jesus to look at just how we are to relate to these people we literally grow up with and nurture along the way. As our denomination begins its Special General Conference on A Way Forward this Saturday, we also will spend some time in prayer preparing for that event. Thanks for joining us this morning! You are part of our family! NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, TH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY SERMON SERIES: IT S COMPLICATED DEALING WITH RELATIONSHIPS IN TODAY S WORLD: FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS FOCAL LESSON: ROMANS 12:9-21 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 Interested in Becoming a Member of the Epworth Church Family? If you would like to become a member, our next classes are on Wednesdays, March 13, 20 & 27 from 5:30 7:30 p.m. 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 on March 31.. 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 Holland Glade Road Rehoboth Beach, DE Phone: office@eumcrb.org Pastors- Rev. Vicky Starnes, Rev. Todd Shultz vstarnes@eumcrb.org / tshultz@eumcrb.org 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 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 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. 10, :45 9:15 11:15 Nursery SS Total

2 Worship Celebration: February 17, :15 a.m. (TRADITIONAL WORSHIP) EPWORTH: a United Methodist Church 6th Sunday after Epiphany (Year C) We Gather in Community Gathering Music Lord, Hear Us Pray...Steven Scott Doug Yetter, organ The King of Love My Shepherd Is...Trad. Irish; arr. Eugene Englert What a Friend We Have in Jesus...Charles C. Converse Welcome & Sharing the Mission & Ministry of Epworth *Passing the Peace *Call to Worship *Hymn of Faith God of Love and God of Power (vs. 1, 2 & 4) UMH 578 Collect Response He Leadeth Me UMH 128 We Engage The Word *Gospel Lessons Luke 15:11-32 Joyce Pool Matthew 19:13-15 Anthem Find Us Faithful Chancel Choir John Mohr; Choral Setting by Jack Schraeder Sermon It s Complicated: Siblings and Children Rev. Vicky Starnes We Respond To The Word Sermon Response God Whose Love Is Always Stronger TUNE: BEACH SPRING Joys & Concerns Prayers for the United Methodist Church and A Way Forward The Lord s Prayer UMH 895 Prayer Response God Whose Love Is Always Stronger TUNE: BEACH SPRING 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: I m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me...American Spiritual; arr. Paul Taylor Doug Yetter, organ *Acclamation Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH 94 We Are Sent Into The World *Sending Forth Hymn O Church of God United (vs. 1, 3 & 4) UMH 547 *Benediction & Three-Fold Amen Postlude Rejoice, the Lord is King...John Darwall Doug Yetter, organ *Please stand as you are able. Place for Note Taking

3 This Week at Epworth 8:00 a.m. Stephen Ministries 10:45 a.m. Deaf Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Stephen Ministries 2:00 p.m. Food & Love Soup Kitchen 6:00 p.m. FAIL Book Study HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSED 1:00 p.m. Green Team 6:30 p.m. FIRE Way Forward 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 5:30 p.m. Memorial Bells 6:30 p.m. Great Decisions 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 7:00 p.m. Choir 4:00 p.m. Finance 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 James Shultz and Carlton Starkweather by Rev. Todd & Linda Shultz; Dedicated to friends struggling with cancer by Jill Harp & Laura Mitchell. 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 Chase Reynolds Greeters: Jerry & Carolyn Strum Head Ushers: Jim Blakeslee, Russ Mullen 9:15 a.m.: Bub Frampton, Barbara Brittingham, Ginny Refsnider, Jean Waters, Larry Zeigler, Lori Watson 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 Friends and Co-workers Great Decisions Monday 2/18 Class The Great Decisions class that meets Monday mornings will not meet on 2/18 because it is President s Day. Vases are now overflowing Due to your generosity, we no longer need vases. Thanks to all. Newsletter Sponsors Needed We are in need of sponsors for the Church Newsletter. Newsletters are $100 for the month. The following month is needed: Newsletters: 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. Today 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

Trustees Reminder The Trustees would like to remind everyone that food and beverages (except for closed water bottles) are not allowed in the Sanctuary.

4 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. Miracles Happen Every Day We toss around the word miracle in countless expressions these days, but do we really expect miracles, do we actually believe they can happen? And how do we even know? The Pastors are planning a short sermon series for summer on modern, everyday miracles. If you have experienced a miracle no matter how grand or how small and would like to share this, please compose a short narrative about the experience, the miracle, the details. Either this to Deb Hunt at dhunt@eumcrb.org or drop it by the church office, to the attention of Deb Hunt by no later than April 1. We would love your submissions, even though we can t guarantee they will be used as illustrations in our sermons. All the miracles shared will go into the research for our sermon writing and planning. 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! 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. A d mi s si o n i s $ P l e a se g o t o southerndelawarechorale.org, or purchase tickets at the door on the day of the concert. 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. Miriam s Table February Dining Out Our February Dining Out will be hosted by our friends at Henlopen City Oyster House on Thursday, February 28 from 12:00 9:00 p.m. They feature a raw bar as well as a quiet, elegant dining area. They offer more than just oysters! They are located at 50 Wilmington Ave. in downtown Rehoboth Beach. For reservations, call If you have not dined there before, this is a perfect opportunity to try it and be donating to our ministry of feeding the children at Miriam s Table! 2020 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. 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 Inviting All, Finding Your Place, Connecting to God, Demonstrating Care

5 Caring Pathway - Prayer List *Names printed in Italics indicate additions to our prayer list this week. Ariel, Drey and Beau James Blanche Baker Karen Bengston Anita Bunce Gloria/Bob Campbell Diane Clark Mike Davitt Andre Ervin Emmalane Ewing Liam Fanning Denise Fioravaniti James Ford Carol Frampton Keott Gomez Clella Harp Holly Hecker Reynolds, Nancy s daughter Jeremy Hecker Mary Helms Albert/Gertrude Herman Connie Horne Beth Isaacs Kelly Kline Judy Kolenbard Nancy Krupa Joel Miller Family Peggy Mitchell Bill Moody Ron Paxton Terry Rasberry Jonathan Reed Agnes Reno John Ridley Dale Robbins Thomas Rooney Herb Russell Frances Schoch Nolan Slatcher Smith Family Wally Sprague Mike/Marty Thomas Peggy Tobin Robyn Voelker-McCumber Doris Voelker Nayan Vyas & Family Tom Walker Guy Weidner-Ahorrio Weschler Family Linda White Pat Hansen, Connie Holdridge, Barb Kurtz, Anne Lynam, Mary Beth Crafts 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 Bill Steward, Hospice at Home Dick Thomas, Hospice at home Wilma Van Denburg To Vicky Starnes & John Ewald, family & friends on the death of Vicky s cousin, Jeff Starnes, 2/4; To Joyce Pool, family & friends, on the death of her sister-in-law, Joan Pool. 2/20 Dennis & Jeanne McDonough *75+ years Jane Jones Rosemarie VanIngen Thornton Lynam Diane Dean Duane Silvis 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

6 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. 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. 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. 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. 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!

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

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. Todd Shultz Email: vstarnes@eumcrb.org