the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *Gloria Patri UMH 71 Morning Worship on the Lord s Day

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1 Gathering Morning Worship on the Lord s Day March 18, :30 am Welcoming First Time Guests Introit How Majestic is Your Name? Kim Cherry Martin *Call to Worship The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins. God s mercy endures forever. *Hymn UMH 292 What Wondrous Love is This Announcements and Connection Cards Joys and Concerns of the Congregation Call to Prayer The Old Rugged Cross Kim Cherry Martin Pastoral Prayer The Lord s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed 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. *Passing of the Peace of Christ *The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *Gloria Patri UMH 71 *The Children s Hymn UMH 657 The Children s Message Anthem In the Name of the Lord This is the Day Pastor Andrew The New Testament Reading Mark 15:25-39 Pew Bible NT Page 54 Sermon The Crucifixion Giving our Tithes, Offerings, and Connection Cards Offertory I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked Kim Cherry Martin *Doxology UMH 94 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts; Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts; Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! *Prayer of Dedication *Hymn UMH 298 When I Survey the Wondrous Cross *Benediction Pastor Scott Postlude Postludium M. Pretorius Michael Taylor *Indicates Congregation Standing as Able. Hearing Aids, Large Print Bibles, Large Print Bulletins and Hymnals are available. If you need any of these, please see an usher or greeter. Please silence all cell phones.

2 Morning Worship on the Lord s Day March 18, :00 am Gathering Welcoming First Time Guests Introit He s Got the Whole World in His Hands/Jesus Loves Me Angel Choir *Call to Worship The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins. God s mercy endures forever. *Hymn UMH 292 What Wondrous Love is This Announcements and Connection Cards Joys and Concerns of the Congregation Call to Prayer Breathe on Me, Breath of God Pastoral Prayer The Lord s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed 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. *Passing of the Peace of Christ *The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *Gloria Patri UMH 71 *The Children s Hymn UMH 657 This is the Day The Children s Message Pastor Andrew Anthem Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God Mueller Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from Thy presence; and take not Thy Holy Spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation and uphold me with Thy free spirit. Then will I teach transgressors Thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto Thee. The New Testament Reading Mark 15:25-39 Pew Bible NT Page 54 Sermon The Crucifixion Pastor Scott Giving our Tithes, Offerings, and Connection Cards Offertory Love the Lord Brewster Celebration Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. I will serve the Lord with all my heart, with all my soul, with all my mind, and with all my strength. I will love You. I will praise You. I will serve You. I will trust You. *Doxology UMH 94 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts; Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts; Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! *Prayer of Dedication *Hymn UMH 298 When I Survey the Wondrous Cross *Benediction Choral Benediction Forth in the Peace of Christ We Go Postlude Postludium M. Pretorius Michael Taylor *Indicates Congregation Standing as Able. Hearing Aids, Large Print Bibles, Large Print Bulletins and Hymnals are available. If you need any of these, please see an usher or greeter. Please silence your cell phones.

3 Membership in the United Methodist Church is open to all who confess Jesus Christ as Lord of their life. We recognize all former church memberships, baptisms or if you are uniting with a church family for the first time. If you desire to make Swansboro United Methodist Church your church family, please indicate so on the Connection Card provided in your pew, indicating the date and service you wish to be received. It makes a difference to have those you can call, my church family. Nursery available: See any of the Greeters to direct or accompany you. If your child attended Children s Church, they may be picked up in Room 125 in the lower level of Building 3. NOTES Worship God, Love One Another, Serve the World Sunday March 18, :00 am 665 W Corbett Avenue Swansboro, North Carolina Pastor Scott Dodson: pastorscott@swansboroumc.org Pastor Crystal DesVignes: pastorcrystal@swansboroumc.org Pastor Ron Gurganus: visitationpastor@swansboroumc.org Director of Contemporary Worship: Brandon Armstrong beaconworship@swansboroumc.org Director of Student Ministries: Pastor Andrew Harper familyministries@swansboroumc.org Music Director: Merle Epperson music@swansboroumc.org

4 Contemporary Worship March 18, 2018 Opening Song Welcome and Announcement Praise & Worship Nursery and Sunday School available; see any of the Greeters to direct or accompany you. Congregation Prayer Offering and Prayer of Dedication The Reading of God s Word Mark 15:25-39 Sermon The Crucifixion Song of Commitment/Sending Forth (Please Stand) Song of Commitment/Sending Forth Membership in the United Methodist Church is open to all who confess Jesus Christ as Lord of their life. We recognize all former church memberships, baptisms or if you are uniting with a church family for the first time. If you desire to make Swansboro United Methodist Church your church family, please indicate so on the Connection Card provided in your pew, indicating the date and service you wish to be received. It makes a difference to have those you can call, my church family.

5 NOTES Worship God, Love One Another, Serve the World Sunday March 11, :45 am 11:15 am 665 W Corbett Avenue Swansboro, North Carolina Pastor Scott Dodson: pastorscott@swansboroumc.org Pastor Crystal DesVignes: pastorcrystal@swansboroumc.org Pastor Ron Gurganus: visitationpastor@swansboroumc.org Director of Contemporary Worship: Brandon Armstrong beaconworship@swansboroumc.org Director of Student Ministries: Pastor Andrew Harper familyministries@swansboroumc.org Music Director: Merle Epperson music@swansboroumc.org

6 This Week at SUMC Sunday March 18 8:30 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 9:30 am UMW Bake Sale (Fellowship Hall) 9:45 am Beacon Worship Service (Ministry Center) 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 11:15 am Beacon Worship Service (Ministry Center) 4:00 pm Celebration (Bldg 1, Choir Rm) 4:30 pm Small Group:Acts in Action (Bldg 2, Rm LL33) 4:30 pm UMKids (Bldg 1, Choir Rm, Rms 10&14) 4:30 pm YouthGroup&Confirmation(AsmHall,Bldg3Rms208,214,217,223) Monday March 19 7:00 am Emmaus Reunion Group (Men) (Bldg 2, Rm LL31) 8:15 am Emmaus Reunion Group (Women) (Bldg 1, Rm 29) 10:30 am Mission Monday (Bldg 2, Rm LL33) 6:00 pm Stephen Ministry Training (Bldg 1, Rm 27) Tuesday March 20 10:00 am Hand Maden s (Bldg 1, Library) 5:30 pm Communications Team Meeting (Bldg 1, Rm 13) 6:00 pm Meditation Workshop (Bldg 1, Library) Wednesday March 21 9:30 am Pastors Worship Planning Meeting (Bldg 1, Library) 10:30 am Church Staff Planning Meeting (Bldg 1, Library) 12:00 pm Lenten Service/Lunch (Sanctuary, Assembly Hall) 1:30 pm Alpha Bible Study (Bldg 1, LL13) 6:30 pm Beacon Band Rehearsal (Assembly Hall) 6:30 pm UMM Fellowship Meeting (Bldg 1, Rm LL13) Thursday March 22 7:30 am SUMM Bible Study (Bldg 1, LL13) 6:30 pm Adult Handbell Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 7:00 pm Bible Study-James: Mercy Triumphs (Bldg 2, Rm LL33) 7:30 pm Chancel Choir (Bldg 1, Choir Room) Friday March 23 Saturday March 24 9:30 am Cantata Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 10:00 am Easter Egg Hunt (Assembly Hall) We re sharing the worship experience! Our worship services are recorded and available online. Our 9:45 and 11:15 Beacon services are also streamed live online. Yard Sale... Yard Sale collections today from 4:30-6:30 pm in upper parking lot, gray trailer. For more details, please see The Scoop, Welcome Center flyer or SUMC website. ANNOUNCEMENTS Appalachia Service Project (ASP), a youth-based mission group, will be doing home improvements in the Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee from Jun Interested parties, contact Lance Tucker at asp@swansboroumc.org or for more info. Congregations for Children committee will collect & give books to Silverdale students before spring break this year! Gently used or new books for K-5th graders can be dropped off in the basket, just outside the church office before March 22. New copies of children s magazines such as Highlights, Ranger Rick, National Geographic Kids, Cricket, Ladybug are also welcome. Mark your calendars to come experience Rolling River Rampage Vacation Bible School 2018, July from 5-8 pm. Rafters of all ages will experience the ride of a lifetime with God! Volunteers are needed. Contact Susan Fulp, or rsfulp@vol.com to see how you can be a part of VBS 2018! Annual SUMC Easter Egg Hunt will be March 24 at 10:00 am. Looking for donations of plastic eggs, individually wrapped candy or small toys to fill eggs or prefilled eggs. Donation bins located outside church office & in Bldg 3. Contact Chris Wilson for more info, cstumpwilson@hotmail.com or Our UMW will be holding our Annual Bake Sale today in the Fellowship Hall. Items will be available for sale following each service beginning with the 8:30 service until the goodies are gone. Come by and help our ladies raise funds for our various missions! Do you own a local business and would like to have it included in our SUMC Business Directory? Our on-line registry is open. If you registered last time (in July), please let us know you want to continue to be included and is done on-line. The Business Directory is meant to be a resource for our members to support our local business owners. The Business Directory booklet is available at the welcome centers to take home and available on the home page of our website. The Hazel Midgett/Mattie Tolson Circle is hosting a musical program on Thursday, April 12 at 4:00 in the Fellowship Hall. Many of you remember that Laura Thompson (who was on staff at SUMC), her sister Jamie and Angelo Sanchez presented a wonderful program of music for us about five years ago. This year, both Laura and Jamie will be present; and they re bringing a friend, Annette Ethridge. We invite you all to come to hear! The Chancel Choir will present their Easter Cantata, Sunday, March 25, 8:30 and 11am services. Instrumentalists from the Wilmington Symphony will accompany the choir Methodist Men s Monthly Fellowship Dinner & Program will be March 21, 6:30 pm, Bldg. 1, Rm 13. Guest speaker is Ms. Edie Reed of the Broad Street Clinic. Also, The Sea Scout Skipper will present the new Sea Scout Charter to the SUMM. All men of the Church are welcome.

7 PRAYER CONCERNS Members: Shirley Lynn, Alex and Lauren Craft, Rufus Hatsell, Jane Johns, Tom Barton, Otto & Gabbie Duerk, Shelton Kellum, Melanie, Caden & Kinsley Holstein, Richard Dodson, Arlene & Barry Fetzer, Sara Henderson, Margaret Lloyd, Angie Cooper, Dick McLeish, Tim & Sharon Barefoot, Jan Yarborough, Eldene Truax, Nita Aman, Britney Wood, Frances Harrison, Roberta Maness, Mary Bergazzi, Rebecca Hamm, Barbara Brown, Sheryle Kinney, Sara Wilson, Sara Bergazzi, Sylvia Sylvester*, Joyce Bayley Paschall*, Ruth Hokum*, Shirley Warren, Bob Bone, Christy Williams, Peg Fredeen*, Mildred Gallion*, Becky Miller (*shut in) Friends & Family: Sharon Kanavel, Maryanne Neddenien, Betty Hickman, Cathy Hewitt, John & Treva Barta, John Szucs, Shae Townsend, Albert Kahler, Eric Hart, David Butler, Donald Hickox, Bryan Purvis, Pat Salair, Larry Butler, Alyce Page Kitchen, Sam Hall, Dwight Clark, Jeanie Ernst, Frank Bartol, David Pinsky, Barbara Friedman, Dr. Henry R. Schindelar, Tucker Talley, Libby Garner, Brandon Bachik, Lee Orwat, Karen Saunders, Helen Frasier, Christopher Pate, Lamont & Lauryn Cox, Walt Kapke Deployed Military: Donny Henriksen*, AJ Short, John Reed, Gonzalo Snowe, Brandon Hackworth*, Buck Bradley, Craig Sampsel, James Pidgeon III, Martha Stolzenberg, Michael P. Smith, Lance Young, Cooper Redfearn, Matt Bagley, Scott Harper Jr., Erik Werhner (*Church Member) The Prayer Focus for this week is for our confirmation classes. There are two groups of youth currently going through confirmation. The first group is our 6th graders. The second group is for 7th to 12th graders. Please pray that each person attending the classes is blessed and drawn closer to the Lord. OUR PRESENCE Sunday March 11, : : : :15 86 Sunday School OUR GIFTS In memory of Bill Holz given by Anne B. Padgett, Jim & Frances Corbett, John & Brenda Titton, Max Milner and Kathey Rumley, Chris & Alicia Correia, Alan & Lindsay Correia, Dave & Tarah Lawson, Ernest & Linda Holz In memory of Bill Deaton (Staci Friebel s father) given by Harold & Louise Fulp In memory of Mildred Gallion given by Harold & Louise Fulp In memory of Ruth Frasier (Arlene Spehar s mother) given by Harold & Louise Fulp For ASP in memory of Bill Holz given by Paxon, Elizabeth & Mac Holz For ASP in memory of Parker Leach given by Kathaleen Leach The Chancel flowers are given to the glory of God $203,576 $223,030 Financial Status at a Glance February 2018 Total Givings FINANCIAL REPORT Financial February 2108 Month End_ Tithing and Gifts $ 76,145 $20 Fellowship Fund & Building Gifts $ 13,626 Transfer in from $20 Fellowship Fund Savings $ 9,263 Total Income $ 99,035 Less Actual Expenses $106,037 Net $ ( 7,002) OUR SERVICE Nursery Mar 18 8:30 Karen Tate 11:00 Susan Stuart Mar 25 8:30 Jeanie Smith 11:00 Cindy Rogers Children s Church Mar 18 8:30 Carmela Phillips 11:00 Gabbie Frantz Mar 25 8:30 Joanne Scholl 11:00 Robin Zack Acolytes Mar 18 8:30 Quinn Fonner, Darby Fonner, Laura Hartman 11:00 Alana Ulin, Connie Pearce, Savannah McAloon Mar 25 8:30 Matthew Felipe, Sam Felipe, Grayson Rudolph 11:00 Molly Walsh, Joshua Marks, Ella Brown Prayer Room 8:30 9:45 11:00 ~ Expenses OH! PRAISE THE LORD Our United Methodist Men and Women s groups are very active in ministry to the world.

8 Easter Lilies Easter Lilies $15.00 PER PLANT REMEMBER!!! Your payment must accompany your order! In Honor of In Memory of In Thanksgiving for Given by Telephone #: Deadline- Sunday March 25, 2018 If you want your lily, you may take it after the 11:00 Easter Service. Remaining lilies will be delivered to shut-ins. Swansboro United Methodist Church 665 W. Corbett Ave. Swansboro, NC $15.00 PER PLANT REMEMBER!!! Your payment must accompany your order! In Honor of In Memory of In Thanksgiving for Given by Telephone #: Deadline- Sunday March 25, 2018 If you want your lily, you may take it after the 11:00 Easter Service. Remaining lilies will be delivered to shut-ins. Swansboro United Methodist Church 665 W. Corbett Ave. Swansboro, NC