First United Methodist Church of Portland ORDER OF WORSHIP. October 26, 2014 n It Is Written

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1 First United Methodist Church of Portland ORDER OF WORSHIP October 26, 2014 n It Is Written

2 The Order of Worship Sunday, October 26, 2014 It Is Written: Making Peace with the Bible Congregational portions of prayers and responses are in bold type. To avoid disturbing other worshippers, please silence cell phones and pagers. Please stand, if standing is comfortable. For hymns, please stand at the beginning of the last line of the hymn introduction. Carillon Chorus Organ Prelude Be Thou My Vision arr. Sandra Eithun The Sanctuary Bells Kris Sparks, director Organ Chimes Living & Growing in Faith Sharing the Peace of Christ Allison Anderson, Lay Leader Choral Introit Call to Worship Allison Anderson, Lay Leader Welcome to this time and space for worship, for wonder, for Mystery. God is the motivation for our worship, the reason for our wonder, and the source of all Mystery. God is a Mystery which neither you nor your father s father nor mother s mother began. The laughter and the tears that fill our lives are not born of our cleverness or our holiness. They are reflections of the Mystery of God. And it is enough to be here, in God s presence, right now. Let us worship! Hymn No. 111 How Can We Name a Love A Conversation with Our Children Children s Story Prayer... and all God s children said, Amen. Rev. Jeremy Smith Hymn No (The Faith We Sing) Praise to the Lord

3 Congregational Joys & Concerns Allison Anderson, Lay Leader Moment of Silence Pastor s Prayer and The Lord s Prayer Rev. Dick Storment Choral Response Choral Anthem Dona Nobis Pacem Z. Randall Stroope The Chancel Choir Erick Lichte, conductor Introducing the Scripture Scripture Revelation 21:1-6 Rev. Donna Pritchard Reflection Hymn No. 730 A Fortune Telling God? Rev. Donna M.L. Pritchard, preaching O Day of God, Draw Nigh Presenting Our Gifts Offertory Prayer Rev. Jeremy Smith Offertory Music I Lift Up Mine Eyes to the Hills Nancy Hascall The Sanctuary Bells Doxology and Presentations of Our Offerings (Hymn No. 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! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Hymn No (The Faith We Sing) I ll Fly Away (Please be seated for the benediction and the choral response.) Benediction Choral Response Rev. Donna Pritchard Postlude Grand Choeur Theodore Dubois The altar flowers today are given to the glory of God by Francis Garoutte in memory of his partner, Bobby Urtel.

4 Ushers Scott Gratton, Bill Myers, Gene Balcomb, Josh Martin, Michael Davies, Anne du Fresne Greeters Coffee Hour Host Lay Leaders Charlie & Peggy Hickman, Norma Winemiller, Doug & Frey Stearns, Louise Hodapp The First Church Board of Trustees Richard Allan, Allison Anderson, Paul Nickell Anthem Dona Nobis Pacem by Z. Randall Stroope Dona nobis pacem. The wolf will lie with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat. And the calf and the lion and yearling together, Dona nobis pacem. And the cow will feed with the bear, and the lion will feed with the ox. And the young child will play near the nest of the viper, Dona nobis pacem. Dona nobis pacem. A shoot will come from the stump of Jesse, From the roots a branch will bear fruit. The spirit of the Lord will rest on him, Dona nobis pacem. And in that day the root of Jesse will stand as a banner to all people, And his place of rest will be glorious! Dona nobis pacem. Offertory I Lift Up Mine Eyes to the Hills by Nancy Hascall The offertory music this morning was composed by Nancy Hascall who directed the Sanctuary Bells at First UMC for 20 years. She lost her battle with cancer August 13, She was a nationally known composer, director, teacher and handbell solo artist who played with grace and fluidity. Watching her play was pure joy! Nancy was our mentor who pushed our choir to achieve our potential, but never let us forget Jesus was part of our lives and our choir family. We are heartbroken at the loss of a beloved friend and director. Heaven is surely blessed with Nancy s presence. - submitted by Candy Schade of the Sanctuary Bells

5 F IRST CHURCH October 26 - November 1, 2014 Sunday, October 26 8:30 AM Commons AM, Collins Hall 9:00 AM Making Sense of Scripture, 110 9:00 AM Changing Christianity, 202 9:00 AM Church Child Care, Nursery 9:15 AM Church Library Open, Library 9:30 AM Confirmation Class, 125 9:30 AM High School Bible Study, Megan s Office 9:30 AM The Gathering, 204 9:30 AM Soundseekers, 130 9:30 AM Cherubs, 206 & 209 9:30 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Sanctuary 10:00 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Chapel 10:30 AM Sunday Worship, Sanctuary 10:45 AM Threes, :45 AM SS Pre Kindergarten, :45 AM SS Kindergarten, :45 AM SS 1 & 2 Grades, :45 AM SS 3 & 4 Grades, :45 AM SS 5 & 6 Grade, :30 AM Fall Festival & Pancake Brunch, Collins Hall 12:00 PM Genesis Ringers, 130 5:00 PM Taize Worship, Chapel Monday, October 27 10:00 AM Church Library Volunteers, Library 12:00 PM Trustees, 160 7:00 PM Goose Hollow Family Shelter Council, 110 Tuesday, October 28 11:00 AM Bridge, 202 Wednesday, October 29 9:30 AM UMW Monthly Planning, :00 PM UMW Circle of Friends, Fireside Room 6:30 PM Disciple Bible Study, Fireside Room 7:00 PM Sanctuary Bells, 202 7:30 PM Boy Scouts Troop 1, Gym Thursday, October 30 8:00 AM Shovel & Rake, 110 5:00 PM Ping Pong,Gym 5:00 PM jubellation, 202 6:00 PM Going Deeper, 110 6:45 PM Financial Peace University, 133 7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Sanctuary Saturday, November 1 11:30 AM Pathfinders Fellowship, 202 2:00 PM Third Grade Bible Retreat, 133 WELCOME We extend a special welcome to our visitors. First United Methodist Church of Portland declares that we will be an advocate for peace in our local communities and world. As a Reconciling Congregation, members of this congregation have pledged to welcome and support all who want to worship with us, regardless of race, gender, class or sexual orientation. We encourage all of you to note your attendance on the enclosed Communication Card.

6 TODAY Join us for Coffee in Collins Hall following the service today and wonderful opportunity to give your best wishes to Christine Meyer. Coffee today is hosted by the First Church Board of Trustees. Apples and Pears will be available for purchase the Commons in Collins Hall. Planet Church is making available local, sustainably-grown apples and pears. The proceeds from this sale will go to the Oregon Food Bank. First Church Fall Festival is today! In Collins Hall, following the morning worship service, there will be games, treats, and prizes! Activities are primarily for children, Pre-Kindergarten through 6th grade, but the young at heart are welcome, too. A Pancake Brunch will be a part of our Fall Festival today. All proceeds go to Imagine No Malaria. Enjoy whole-wheat pumpkin pancakes, regular pancakes or gluten & dairy-free pancakes, turkey bacon, fruit and beverages. Donations accepted. LOOKING AHEAD A Taize Service will be held tonight at 5:00 PM in the Chapel. Please join us for singing, scripture, and reflection. Going Deeper begins again in October! This Methodism 101 goes deeper into United Methodist views on the Bible, sources of authority, and our pursuit of personal and social holiness. This small group meets for a shared meal and conversation, led by our clergy and the Newcomer s Team: Thursday, October 30 Thursday, November 6 6:00 PM in Room 110 Questions? jsmith@fumcpdx.org ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES Christianity in a Changing World is an adult class studying Catherine Keller s, On the Mystery. Creative, witty, and wise, it traces an adventure of the spirit for thinking folk, one that doesn t duck difficult questions but finds new ways through them. 9:00 AM/Room 202 The Gathering is a community of parents of school-age children. We meet at the same time as the children s choirs and youth Sunday school: 9:30 AM on Sunday mornings in Room 204. Rev. Jeremy leads us each week in a time of conversation and study. Making Sense of the Bible is a video series featuring Rev. Adam Hamilton, pastor of the largest UMC in the world. The class will run through November 2 at 9:00 AM in Room 110.

7 CLERGY AND STAFF Senior Pastor The Reverend Donna Pritchard, Minister of Discipleship The Reverend Jeremy Smith, Minister of Pastoral Care The Reverend Dick Storment, Director of Children, Youth, & Family Ministries Megan Jones, Coordinator of Volunteers, Hospitality & Outreach Mark Ohlson, Church Administrator Christine Meyer, Administrative Assistant David Jenkins, Facilities Manager Dwight Dragoo, Manager of Communications & Marketing Kendall Martin, Nursery Staff (503/ ) ext. 216 Michelle Green, Emily Kunkel, Samantha Cerling, Patty Seward, Megan Scott, Tara Martin Custodians (971/ ) Charles Siegfried, Wort Evinger, Michael Uriarte, Robert Ramirez, Kevin Ward, Dylan Croasdill MUSIC STAFF Executive Director of Music Kelly Qualls, Artistic Director of Music & Organist Jonas Nordwall, Chancel Choir Conductor Chancel Choir Section Leaders Erick Lichte Deborah Benke, soprano Megan Mattoon, alto Jason Sabino, tenor André Flynn, bass First United Methodist Church, 1838 SW Jefferson, Portland, Oregon Phone: 503/ Fax: 503/ Website: Copies of Sunday sermons are available in the church office. Bishop Bishop Grant Hagiya Columbia District Superintendent The Reverend Dr. Lowell Greathouse Goose Hollow Family Shelter Brandi Tuck, Executive Director 503/ visit our website at: like us on Facebook: facebook.com/fumcpdx Sanctuary Bells Director Kris Sparks Children s Choir Directors Nancy Nordwall, Cherubs (pre-k-grade 2) Ronnee Edwards, Sound Seekers (grades 3-5) Karin McDonough, Genesis Ringers (grades 3-5) and jubellation (grade 6 - young adults)

8 First Church Man Retreat First Church Women of Spirit Retreat November 7& 8 November 14 &15 Alton L. Collins Retreat Center Camp Cascade Registration deadline: October 29 Registration deadline: November 5 Imagine No Malaria Night at the Blazers! Join members of First Church and other UMC communities around Portland to support a major Imagine No Malaria event. Join us on Sunday, November 2, for game night at Moda Center for the Portland Trailblazers vs. the Golden State Warriors. Tickets are available for of $32 each. $10 of the ticket sales will go to the work of Imagine No Malaria. Tickets can be purchased at the First Church office. It will be a great night of fun and excitement. It will be a great night of changing the world... together!