First United Methodist Church of Trenton

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1 First United Methodist Church of Trenton A family of God, through the love of Jesus Christ: Reaching Up, Reaching Out, Embracing Everyone! Welcome, we are glad that you have chosen to worship with us today. If this is your first time with us, know that: Children s Sunday School begins after the Call to Worship & Nursery Services are available; Both Children s Sunday School and the Nursery are on the 2nd Floor. An asterisk (*) located before an event means that we invite you to rise in body or in spirit; During the Prayers of the People, if you wish to share, but not to speak, you may write your prayer or need on a note and place it in the plate during the Offering; You are welcome to join us for refreshments in the lounge after the service; We hope to see you again! October 9, :00 am

2 Words of Centering Jeremiah 29: 12-14a: " Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you," declares the Lord." NIV Prelude *Call to Worship: One: People: One: People: All: Gathering in God s Presence (NIV Psalm 66: 1-9s elected verses, adapted) Shout with joy to God, all the earth! Sing the glory of his name; make his praise glorious! O God, how awesome are your deeds! We will sing praise to You. Come and see what God has done on his people's behalf. God rules forever by his power, his eyes watch the nations. Praise our God, O peoples, for he has preserved our lives, and kept our feet from slipping. *Opening Hymn: Opening Prayer: "Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above" Prayer of John Chrysostom Hymn #126 #412 Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son, that when two or three are gathered together in his name, you will be in the midst of the them. Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. The Affirmation of Faith: Hymnal #883 A Statement of Faith of the United Church of Canada UMC hymnal We are not alone, we live in God s world. We believe in God: who has created and is creating, who has come in Jesus, the Word made flesh, to reconcile and make new, who works in us and others by the Spirit. We trust in God. We are called to be the church: to celebrate God s presence, -2-

3 The Gospel Lesson: to love and serve others, to seek justice and resist evil, to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen, our judge and our hope. In life, in death, in life beyond death, God is with us. We are not alone. Thanks be to God. Amen Proclamation of the Word Luke 16: NIV Bible Response to the Gospel Lesson: Leader: This is the Word of God for the People of God, for which people say People: Thanks be to God *Hymn: "Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying" (sung twice) FWS#2193 Prayers of the People What Joys or Concerns do you have to share this week? What celebrations of the life of God have you experienced? Pastoral Prayer The Lord s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallow be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. The Epistle Lesson: II Timothy 2: 8-15 *Hymn: "Wonderful Words of Life" Sermon: *Hymn: "Rejoice, the Lord is King" Presentation of our Tithes and Offerings Offering Prayer Offertory Music In the Midst of New Dimensions Continued on next page NIV Bible Hymn #600 Rev. Heidi Reinker Hymn #715 Choir FWS #

4 Offertory *Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow, Praise God, all creatures here below ( Alleluia! Alleluia!) Hymn 94 Praise God, the source of all our gifts! / Praise Jesus Christ whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! / Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! *Benediction Going Forth As God s People [After the benediction but before we return to the world as disciples of Jesus Christ, Let us form a large circle around the perimeter of the sanctuary for our closing response] *Response Postlude Let There Be Peace on Earth Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me; Let there be peace on earth, the peace that was meant to be. With God our Creator, children all are we. Let us walk with each other in perfect harmony. Let peace begin with me let this be the moment now. With every step I take, let this be my solemn vow: To take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally. Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me. Everyone is invited to the fellowship hall for refreshments and a time of fellowship Hymn 431 Altar Flowers: Given by William, Karen & Patty Roberts in loving memory of mom Hazel Roberts. Organ Flowers: Nursery Caregiver: Sunday School Educator: Terri Nowaczewski Liturgist: Jo Kamoschoer Liturgical Resources: Call to Worship NIV adapted -4-

5 In Our Thoughts and Prayers... Those who are hospitalized: Those who are home: Eugenia Nowaczewski - Mother-in-law of Terri Nowaczewski(7/20) Norman Barnsdale - Spouse of Nina Barnsdale (7/20) Mardell Hull-(7/20) Morris Prater Father of Tom Prater (7/20) Jean Clarkson Aunt to Jan Wynn (7/20) Joe Wilson (7/20) Terri Nowaczewski (7/20) Sally Thornton Karen Roberts friend (8-16) Donna Partillo Karen Roberts friend (8-16) Nola Ward Member (7/20) Marshall Dunlap - Pastor UMC (7/20) Stan Miller Mary Wanat-Jan Wynn friend (7/20) Those serving our country: 1LT Theresa Burt (Navy, California) Bradley Cookson (Army) - grandson of Faith Cookson MAJ Nathaniel Davis (Army, Texas) CPT Charles Dvorak (Army) - brother of Emily Neubauer Jesse L. Warren (Marines) - grandson of Sally Okerstrom CPO Dillon Dossey (Navy) - nephew of Ruth Ann Brewer Please note: Names added to this list will be removed every 4 weeks. (7/16 means 4 weeks, 7/20 means stays on until asked to be removed) Please contact the church office if you would like a name to remain longer than the 4 week time period. All Saints Day October 30th Memorial Service Lois Galloway Saturday, October 22nd, :00 pm First United Methodist Church If you have lost any family members since last All Saints Day (Nov-2015/Nov-2016) That you would like to be recognized in the All Saints Day service and bulletin, please let Pastor Heidi or Ramona know in writing. Thank you! If you know of anyone who should be listed here, please call the church office. -5-

6 Book Club News Our next book club selection is, "The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman. It is a fictional story about a baby who comes to a couple living in a Lighthouse. All are Welcome! Please join us on Wednesday, October 26 at 1:00 p.m. For more information contact Pastor Heidi or Jan Woolcott. Mark Your Calendar! October Flat Rock UMC Contact Joe Wilson Breakfast Club Tomorrow 8 am at Mom s on Fort Street, enjoy each other's company, and start the week right with prayer and devotionals Announcements Balance Class How to Keep Your Balance Classes Starting October 12, 2016 First United Methodist Church Trenton 2610 W. Jefferson Ave., Trenton, MI Classes limited to the first 20 Registrants To register contact First United Methodist Church Trenton Or by trentonfumc@gmail.com 3 week session Oct 12 10:30am-12pm Oct 19 10:30am-12pm Oct 26 10:30am-12pm Instructor: Michael Prudhomme, DPT, OCS, OMPT, CLT, C/NDT Doctor of Physical Therapy Healthcore Physical Therapy Adult Sunday School Adult Sunday School will Begins today Each Sunday we ll examine the texts used in the service to continue the conversation. Adult Bible Study Every Tuesday 1 pm-2:30 pm We are currently studying Philippians. Bring your Bible and join Pastor Heidi for this study. All are welcome! Avg. Weekly Attendance October 28 As of: 10/2 10/9 10/16 10/23 10/30 Giving Received $3312. Budgeted Expenses $2691 $2691 $2691 $2691 Difference

7 Chicken Supper Wednesday, October 12th :00pm until sold out Carry out 4:30pm Willow United Methodist Church Willow Rd New Boston. MI $10.00 per person $5.00 ea 12 & under Next date: November 9th, 2016 Our Menu Fried Chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, Biscuit & Gravy, Cole Slaw, dessert, coffee, hot tea, milk Downriver Community Prayer Breakfast Friday, December 2, 2015 $20.00 per person Buffet Breakfast 7:00am Program Begins 7:30am Adjourn 9:30am Announcements Continued Roast Beef Dinners Wednesday, October 19th First United Methodist Church Evergreen, Flat Rock Third Wednesday of the month Serving 4-7 p.m. $ Dine In per person; $4.50 Children 10 and under $ Carry out per person Next Roast Beef Dinners November 16, 2016 December 21, 2016 Swiss Steak Dinner First United Methodist Church 72 Oak, Wyandotte MI Friday, October 14 5pm-6:30pm Adults $10.00 Children 10 and under $6.00 Menu: Mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad, rolls, beverage, and assorted desserts. Exchange Club of Trenton Spaghetti Dinner & Raffle Crystal Gardens Fort St Southgate, MI Speaker: Ashley Smith An angel sent from God The First Responders will be honored this year If you would like to attend, there is a sign-up sheet located in the lounge. Sunday, Nov 6 12:00-5:00 pm Westfield Center Children $4 Seniors $7 Adults $10 Hope to see you there! -7-

8 "Be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus." II Timothy 2: 1b NIV First United Methodist Church 2610 W. Jefferson Ave, Trenton MI Website: com Pastor Heidi s Contact Information: Home: (734) Cell: (802) hcreinker@gmail.com Using the QR Code below Bishop: Rev. Deborah Kiesey District Superintendent: Rev. Dr. Charles Boayue Jr. Ministers: All The People Pastor: Rev. Heidi Reinker Church Admin: Ramona Moyski Organist: Jeff Burke Custodian: Karen Roberts Oct 10/10: 10/11: 10/13: 10/16: 10/17: 10/18: 10/19: 10/20: 10/22: 10/24: 10/25: 10/26: 10/27: 10/30: 10/31: Next Sunday: Upcoming Events 8 am Breakfast Club 1 pm Bible Study 10:30 am Balance Class 7 pm Choir/ 8 pm Praise Band Crop Walk Flat Rock Methodist Church 7 pm Council Mtg 1 pm Bible Study 10:30 am Balance Class 7 pm Choir/ 8 pm Praise Band 1pm Lois Galloway Memorial 8 am Breakfast Club 6 pm SPRC Meeting Special Parish Relation Committee 10:30 am Balance Class 7 pm Praise Band All Saints Halloween