CLAREMONT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Children s Sabbath Sunday

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2 CLAREMONT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Children s Sabbath Sunday October 21, :30 a.m. As we quietly prepare for worship: Assistive listening devices and large print bulletins are available from an usher. *Indicates invitation to stand as you are able. Children are always welcome in worship; should you need it, childcare is offered during worship. UMH is The United Methodist Hymnal. TFWS is The Faith We Sing songbook. The Order of Worship WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE (music that leads us into worship as God s people) Ornamented Chorale on Hymn to Joy *PROCESSIONAL HYMN Amazing Grace Please rise at the organ s introduction; everyone sings. Charles Callahan UMH No. 378 pg. 9 *CALL TO WORSHIP Caroline Delgado Leader: Today, we thank you, God, for snacks during fellowship, Children and Youth: and pizza. Adults: But we know today, too, there will be children who have no snacks and not enough food, Children and Youth: and who have never had pizza. Leader: We thank you today for this sanctuary, which can become a stage Adults: where children and youth sing, act, dance, and discover their gifts and talents. Children and Youth: This church family teaches us that we are important and we have a voice. Leader: We thank God that our church is God s house, where everyone is welcome and everyone is loved. Children and Youth: We know some people harm children on purpose. We know kids sometimes get bullied, hurt, and even worse stuff by adults who should know better. Adults: And we know children get mistreated because they have a different race, orientation, or culture. Politics and greed cause children to go hungry, to live in refugee camps without their families, to become war victims, to suffer. 2

3 Children and Youth: But God knows our names. God loves us. God loves all of the children everywhere. Adults: God shall raise them up. God shall mend their bodies. God shall heal their minds. God shall treat them as beloved so that they shall learn that they are all of infinite worth. *THE PEACE Leader: The peace of Christ be always with you. People: And also with you! Greet one another in the name of Christ. Join back together when the hymn begins. *HYMN Go Down, Moses verses 1, 11 UMH No. 448 When Israel was in Egypt s land, let my people go; oppressed so hard they could not stand, let my people go. Go down (go down), Moses (Moses), way down in Egypt s land; tell old Pharaoh to let my people go! O let us all from bondage flee, let my people go; and let us all in Christ be free, let my people go. Go down (go down), Moses (Moses), way down in Egypt s land; tell old Pharaoh to let my people go! SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 18:1-5, 14 Luke Roy New Testament pg. 19 (blue) 23 (red) ANTHEM I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light Kathleen Thomerson The CUMC Kids Choir, and The Sanctuary Choir SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 11:6-9 Leader: The word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God. Tommy Wang Old Testament pg. 641 (blue) 784 (red) SPECIAL MUSIC I m a Child of God Luke and his Granddad The CUMC Kids Choir; Rev. Kimball Coburn, guitar MOMENTS WITH ADULTS Eli Tharpe and Lilla Tharpe 3

4 SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Layla Marie Polamero Pastor: Church family, we are all here today because we ve learned that God loves us, God saves us, God is always with us, and God gives us second chances. Layla has learned these truths and has asked to be baptized. She wants to be part of the family of Jesus. So, today we baptize her. Layla, you have decided that you want to be baptized and promise to be a faithful follower of Jesus. We are going to ask you some questions about the promises that you have decided to make: Will you love God with all your heart? Layla: I will. Pastor: With God s help, will you love your neighbors as much as you love yourself? Layla: I will. Pastor: Do you love Jesus, and will you let Jesus love live in your heart? Layla: I will. Pastor: In your heart, do you promise not to harm others and to try to do what is right? Layla: I promise. Pastor: Will you study and pray to learn more about what God wants you to do? Layla: I will. Pastor: It s wonderful and exciting that you re making these promises. We re going to ask your parents and your Godparents to make their own commitment to help you keep your promises. to the parents: Will you support Layla in keeping her promises? Parents: We will. Pastor: Do you promise to do all in your power to surround her with the love and grace God has shown to you? Parents: We do. Pastor: Do you renew your promise to join with her in being active members of this church family? Parents: We do. Pastor: Do you promise to help her follow the teachings of Jesus? Parents: We do. Pastor: to the Godparents: Will you support Layla in keeping her promises to love God and her neighbors, to love Christ, and to try to understand and do God s will? Response: We will. Pastor: Will you support her parents with friendship and love as they nurture, guide and teach their children? 4

5 Response: We will. Pastor: to the congregation: Members of the family of God, will you nurture one another in following Jesus and will you include Layla in your care? People: We renew our promise to not harm others and to try to do what is right. We promise to love and follow Jesus, and do all in our power to surround Layla with the grace God has shown to us. We joyfully welcome her into our hearts and Your family. THANKSGIVING OVER THE WATER Pastor: When Jesus was baptized, God showed up. And God said, You are my child. I am pleased with you. And so, today we ask the Holy Spirit to be present as we pour out water on Layla as she is baptized. Be present with this your child so she will know that you are pleased with her. I baptize you in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People: Amen. Pastor: The Holy Spirit work within you, that being born through water and the Spirit, you may be a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ. People: Amen. CONGREGATIONAL WELCOME Pastor: Members of the family of God, I ask you to include Layla in your love and care. People: We are thankful for you, Layla. You are a blessing! We have already made a place for you in our hearts and prayers. We ask God to be with you always. We re glad to welcome you as part of our church family, and we look forward to what you will teach us about God. *HYMN We Are Marching (Siyahamba/Caminando) You are invited to sing this hymn in the language of your choice. TFWS No b pgs SERMON Pastor Mark Wiley What Are We Teaching Our Children? 5

6 PRAYERS FOR THE WORLD AND THE PEOPLE OF GOD (prayer list on pg. 7) Gabby and Gianna Williamson THE LORD S PRAYER (Former Methodist Church from UMH No. 895) Our Father (or Mother, Abba, God, Creator), 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. OFFERING OUR GIFTS, TITHES, AND PRESENCE/PRAYER CARDS Please sign the attendance card found in this worship guide. Write prayer requests on the reverse side, and place the card in the offering plate. OFFERTORY Voluntary on Hymn to Joy Michael Burkhardt *OFFERTORY HYMN standing; everyone sings. UMH 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! *OFFERTORY PRAYER *HYMN Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee UMH No. 89 pg. 12 *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE (music that helps us make the transition to serve the world) Postlude on Hymn to Joy David Cherwien (You are encouraged to be seated as the cross recesses, and listen for how the Spirit touches us through music. We understand if you must quietly leave. Go in peace.) *The photos on the cover were taken by Terry Givens at Claremont United Methodist Church s Children s Sabbath, October 22, The Baptismal Covenant is adapted from United Methodist Liturgy found in The United Methodist Book of Worship, and The United Methodist Hymnal. The United Methodist baptism ritual is primarily designed for baptizing infants or adults. Today s liturgy is adapted to honor the age of Layla. Music license available in the church office. 6

7 THE HYMNS TODAY were chosen by the children of the CUMC Kids Choir. WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE HERE! Claremont United Methodist Church is a welcoming and reconciling congregation, affirming its ministry with the whole family of God regardless of age, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, economic situation, or marital status. Claremont United Methodist Church believes its diversity is a blessing through which persons are strengthened to love and serve. A WORD ABOUT THE SOUND SYSTEM: We apologize for the sound issues! We are in the process of replacing the sound system. Please do not go to the sound booth. The volunteers in the booth do all that they can. Thank you for your understanding! Sunday worship is usually recorded on CD each week. If you d like a copy, a donation per CD is accepted. Contact the CUMC office, churchoffice@claremontumc.info. Thank you! Large Print Bulletin available ONLINE at claremontumc.net/cumc/newsletters/. Wi-Fi ID: C.U.M.C.3 and password: cumcmain. Remember your attendance card. FRAGRANCES IN CHURCH (Men and Women): Please be mindful that someone near you may be asthmatic or have chemical sensitivities. We ask you to avoid wearing strong smelling cosmetics, as they may trigger a terrible reaction from others. Thank you! OUR PRAYERS PLEASE keep the church office updated on your loved ones. THE ALTAR FLOWERS this morning are given by Bernadette Flameno and Lyssette Trejo in loving memory of their dogs, Duke and Lucy, who died earlier this year, and who s birthdays were on October 26. NEW TO THE PRAYER LIST: Bill Beck (surgery recovery); Heroin Community in the City of Love; Don Moser (surgery recovery); Ed Richardson; Joan Roth; World Council of Churches Countries of the Week: The Caribbean: Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Curaçao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Sint Maarten, St Kitts-Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago. THE FULL PRAYER LIST, including those who are unwillingly absent, can be found at pgs. 3-4, or you may wish to pick up a copy of the latest issue of The Window from the Narthex. to pg. 6 TODAY AT CUMC ACOLYTES: Sajjad Al Obeydi, Soheyl Al Obeydi, Carolyn Whale, Luke Roy GREETERS: Children of Claremont UMC 7

8 USHERS: Robert Rogers, Vic Verhoeven, Curtis Viggers; Eli Tharpe, Nathan Delgado, Luke Roy SOUND: Abraham Alobaidi, Nancy Cordova, Joseph Makunga, Brett O Connor, Darryl Richardson, Howard Yeager COFFEE FELLOWSHIP takes place on the patio following worship. Please come and fellowship over a cup of lemonade or Fair Trade coffee or tea. We are grateful for the ministry of Angela Robertson, and the Campo-Poe Family, our hosts this morning! Children s Ministry on Sundays, TODAY, October 21st NO Sunday School today. Since today is Children s Sabbath, children are invited to remain in worship with their families. CUMC Kids Choir will NOT rehearse today. Regular rehearsals will resume next Sunday, October 28, 10:50 a.m. in Room 10. Children (kinder-6th grade) join Katie Ledsinger as she engages the children in song. The Gathering, a group for parents/caregivers/families, will NOT meet today. The group resumes next Sunday, October 28 at 10:50 a.m. on the Volleyball Lawn (behind the sanctuary). Child care provided for preschool children at this time. Calling all YOUTH (6th - 12th grade) TODAY, Youth Round Table, (Sunday School) will NOT meet. TODAY, 11:00am-11:30am Youth Chimes Rehearsals in the Round Building (Note: TIME CHANGE this week!) Tuesday, October 23, 7-8:30pm Youth Group in the Round Building Questions? Contact Sara Swift Tharpe: (336) or swiftharpe@yahoo.com. VOTER REGISTRATION TODAY, during coffee fellowship you have an opportunity to register to vote. If you have moved, changed your name, or changed your political affiliation, you need to reregister. Please look for the registration table in the patio or in the Narthex. The last day to register for the November 6th election is Monday, October 22. Your vote is your voice let s be heard! ~Pam Bunce, Creative Peacemaking GET YOUR PICTURE TAKEN This morning after worship, Terry Givens will take pictures of church families and individuals. Please look for Terry on the patio. You will appear on the TV in the Narthex at some future date. See you there. ~ Pam Bunce, Creative Peacemaking 8

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13 The Agenda for the Interfaith Walk and Rally for Peace: 4:00 p.m. Opening Program at Islamic Center of Claremont (3641 N. Garey Ave.) 4:15 p.m. Walk departs 4:30 p.m. Arrive City of Knowledge Islamic School (3285 N Garey Ave.) 5:00 p.m. Arrive Temple Beth Israel (3033 N. Towne Ave.) 6:00 p.m. Arrive Claremont United Church of Christ via Pilgrim Place, Claremont Village. *A communal meal will be served at the end of the walk. ADULT MINISTRIES & FAITH FORMATION All are welcome! The Boosters Class meets Sunday mornings at 10:45-ish in the Round Building Rec. Room. All are welcome! The Growing Christians Class meets Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m. in Room 11. Today the class continues the study of Barracoon: The Story of the Last Black Cargo by Zora Neale Hurston, completing Chapter XII, Alone. Please come even if you have not had an opportunity to catch up on the reading. Lois McAfee will facilitate discussion. All are welcome! Reading the Bible Together, a weekly Bible study led by the Rev. Mark Wiley and Rev. Martha Morales, meets Wednesdays, from 9:45-10:45 a.m. in Room 2. All are welcome, whether a beginner with the Bible or a seasoned veteran! Speak to Rev. Martha or Pastor Mark if you have any questions. 13

14 Book Group meets TOMORROW, October 22, 7:00 p.m. in the Narthex. The book for October is The Two Ruths by CUMC s own, Martha E. Bellinger. Leader: Martha Bellinger. Please come, even if you are not able to finish the book. All are welcome! Contacts: Peggy Williams & Wilma McLeod The Men s Enrichment Group next meets on Wednesday October 24, 8:00 a.m. at Mt. San Antonio Gardens in the main dining room. We are in transition to our new book: What Does a Progressive Christian Believe? by Delwin Brown. Come join the fellowship! Contacts: Dave Harshman and John Tate Life Goes On: a new small group Part of the human experience is facing death, dealing with loss, and working our way through grief that can, at times, threaten to overwhelm us. We need the comfort and support of our community. With this group, we hope to respond to the needs you or others may have for this kind of support, comfort, and objective information. For Fall 2018, Life Goes On meets again: Sunday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. in the Round Building If you would like to be part of Life Goes On or if you d like more information, please contact Rev. Martha Morales: (909) , or marthacumc@gmail.com. WAYS TO GET INVOLVED United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Responds to Hurricanes in the Southeast United States and Typhoon Mangkhut in the Philippines As many storms threaten different areas around the world, UMCOR and its partners prepare to respond. Please pray for the areas affected and consider a gift to UMCOR Disaster Response. 100% of your gifts go directly to relief efforts in these areas. If you d like to make a gift, make your check payable to CUMC with UMCOR on the memo line. Thank you! Have you ever thought about ushering Ushers welcome you to worship, hand you a bulletin, coordinate the offering, and tidy up after worship. We have openings to usher all of September, January, and May AND all of November, March, and July. Please contact Jessica Johnston, CUMC s Office Administrator, (909) or churchoffice@claremontumc.info if you are interested. Thank you to all of our ushers! Restock the Lord s Pantry If you are able, our small food pantry is low on several items: boxes of macaroni and cheese; cans of fruits, veggies, meats (tuna, chicken, etc.) with pop-tops if possible; dried beans, rice, and pasta, too. Any little bit helps, even if you are only able to bring one or two items. We are SO grateful for your generosity helping the hungry! 14

15 The Pen is Mightier than the Sword Send a letter for Amnesty International! Letters for October are on the front desk in the Narthex. Attached to each packet of letters is information on each letter. Please mail the letters by the end of the month. International postage is $1.15 per letter. Thank you! You Can Help Get Voters to the Polls: The League of Women Voters is putting together a project to provide rides to the polls on November 6 for people living in the Claremont area. The details are still being developed. Interested in helping? Send your name, , and phone number to the League at LWVclaremont@verizon.net. ~Pam Bunce, Creative Peacemaking Chair The principle of self -government cannot be violated with impunity. The individual s right to it is sacred regardless of class, race, color, or sex. Susan B. Anthony Vote! Share the Gift of Hospitality on Sundays: Please consider greeting before worship, or hosting coffee fellowship following worship. All you need bring is your wonderful self! Please sign up in the Narthex. Thank you! Annual Thanksgiving Boxes For many years, Claremont UMC has generously provided Thanksgiving dinners for families in need in our community by filling boxes with all of the ingredients to make a Thanksgiving dinner along with a $25.00 Stater Bros. gift card. These boxes are then distributed to families through the Beta Center. This year we are going BOLD with a goal of 100 boxes! You may pick up your box and shopping list in the Narthex on Sundays, October 28 and November 4. Return boxes to the Narthex anytime, but NO LATER than Sunday, November 11. If you are unable to shop or would just prefer not to shop, we will do it for you. The cost to fill a box is approximately $ Just let us know on the day you sign up. God bless you and thank you for your continued support! ~ The Homeless/Hunger Committee UPCOMING EVENTS Sunday, October 28: CUMC s annual Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF (United Nations Children s Fund) Children will trick-or-treat through the congregation during worship. Adults, please be prepared with coins or bills. The money collected helps children all over the world receive good nutrition, health care, and education. 15

16 Fall Festival Sunday, October 28, 5:00-7:00 p.m. on the Patio Wear your costume, bring a pumpkin, come hungry! You re invited to an evening of fall fun! Dinner, Family Pumpkin Carving Contest Sack Races, Halloween Goodies, & More *Cost: Canned food items for Inland Valley Hope Partners* STANDING TOGETHER: A dialogue between local Muslims and Christians Mondays, October 29 (in CUMC s Narthex), November 12 and 26 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. The last gathering will be a dinner on either December 3 or 10. Come, enhance mutual understanding, respect, appreciation, and support between our two faiths. Come, break down dehumanizing stereotypes and engage with one another. To join or find out more information, please contact Mrs. Rehana Mowjood, mowjood@yahoo.com, or Rev. Martha Morales, marthacumc@gmail.com. What About Our Money? A Faith Response United Methodist Women invite ALL women to attend this study, exploring how we relate to money within the context of our faith. You may also discover how to live closer to God and God s people. The study will be during Deborah Circle and Running in Circles. The remaining sessions will be held: October 30, 7:00 p.m.: Session III at Clara Soto Ivey s home November 8, 7:30 p.m.:session IV at Susie Holway s home Charge Conference for Claremont United Methodist Church along with other churches in the Claremont Mission Area Tuesday, October 30 at 7:00 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 1750 N. Towne Ave., Pomona, Our District Superintendent, the Rev. Melissa Roux MacKinnon, presiding. FALL Youth Theatre Works Production Little Women: directed by Kathy Kilsby and Barbara Durost; music by Jason Howland; lyrics by Mindy Dickson; based on the book by Louisa May Alcott Tickets: $15 for Adults; $10 for Children (under age 12) Claremont UMC s Sanctuary Thursday and Friday, November 1 and 2 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 3 at 2:00 p.m. Third World Gifts and Handarts Sunday, November 4 following the 9:30 a.m. worship service Sue Fenwick will once again bring crafts from around the world to purchase. Plan on doing your Christmas shopping as you purchase gifts that will help those in third world countries. Sue comes to us from Third World Gifts & Handarts, a nonprofit organization in Orange, California. ( 16

17 70th Annual Pilgrim Place Festival Friday & Saturday, November 9 & 10 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. at 625 Mayflower Rd., Claremont Free Admission ~ Music ~ Food ~ Plus a lot more! All proceeds benefit the Pilgrim Place Resident Health & Support Program. For more information, visit or call (909) Memorial Service for Dr. and Mrs. Rolf and Hildegard Knierim will be Saturday, November 10 at 11:00 a.m. in the Claremont United Methodist Church Sanctuary. THIS WEEK AT CUMC Sunday, October 21, 2018 Children s Sabbath Sunday 9:00a CUMC Kids Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary 9:15a-12:00p Infant and Toddler Care Room 3 9:30a Worship Sanctuary NO Children s Sunday School: Children will remain in worship 10:30a Coffee Fellowship Patio and Narthex NO Youth Round Table (Sunday School) Round Building 10:45a The Boosters Class Round Building Rec. Room NO Gathering 11:00a Caring Cards Room 2 11:00a The Growing Christians Class Room 11 11:00-11:30a CUMC Youth Chimes Rehearsal Round Building 12:00p Interfaith Peace Walk & Rally Islamic Center of Claremont 4:00-5:00p Daisy Girl Scout Troop Narthex 5:00-7:00p Girl Scouts Narthex Monday, October 22, :15p Al Anon Room 11 7:00p Book Study Group Narthex Tuesday, October 23, :30a Cherub Chapel The Preschool at CUMC 7:00-8:30p Youth Group (6th-12th grade) Round Building 7:30p Pomona Valley Musicians Club Recital Sanctuary Wednesday, October 24, :00a Men s Enrichment Group Mt. San Antonio Gardens 8:30a Cherub Chapel The Preschool at CUMC 9:45-10:45a Bible Study: Reading the Bible Together Room 2 11:00a Life Goes On Planning Group Room 2 5:00-7:00p Youth Theatre Works Rehearsal Sanctuary 6:00p Stephen Ministry Room 2 6:30p Women s Alcoholics Anonymous Room 11 17

18 7:00p Nominations & Leadership Narthex 8:00p Gay Men s Alcoholics Anonymous Room 11 Thursday, October 25, :00a Worship Design Team Pastor Mark s Office 5:00-7:00p Youth Theatre Works Rehearsal Sanctuary 6:00p Circuit Ringers Rehearsal Room 11 7:30p Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal Room 10 Friday, October 26, :00-9:00p Youth Theatre Works Rehearsal Sanctuary Saturday, October 27, :30a 7th Day Adventist Worship & Study Rooms 11 & 16 Youth Haunted Maze Set-Up (Time TBA) Patio/Narthex/Lawn Sunday, October 28, :15a-12:00p Infant and Toddler Care Room 3 9:30a Worship (Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF) Sanctuary 9:50a Children s Sunday School Class Locations: Preschool-Kindergarten Yellow Room Grades 1-3 Round Building, Room 25 Grades 4-6 Round Building, Room 23 10:30a Coffee Fellowship Patio and Narthex 10:45a Youth Round Table (Sunday School) Round Building 10:45a The Boosters Class Round Building Rec. Room 10:50a CUMC Kids Choir Room 10 10:50a The Gathering Volleyball Lawn 11:00a The Growing Christians Class Room 11 11:35a CUMC Youth Chimes Rehearsal Round Building 12:30-4:00p Youth Theatre Works Rehearsal Sanctuary 5:00-7:00p Children & Youth Fall Festival Narthex/Patio/Lawn 18

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20 Ministers: The Whole Congregation Clergy and Staff The Rev. Mark Wiley ~ Lead Pastor x224 The Rev. Martha Morales ~ Minister of Education and Caring Ministries x231 Jessica Johnston, M.Div. ~ Church Administrator x222 Genaro Cordova ~ Facilities Engineer Jeri Bollman, M.S. ~ Director: CUMC Preschool, Sara Swift Tharpe, M.Div. ~ Director: Children s and Youth Ministries Katie Ledsinger ~ Organist; Director: The Circuit Ringers, CUMC Kids Choir, Youth Chimes Jared Pugh: Director: The Sanctuary Choir Dr. Barbara Durost ~ Drama Coordinator Haylee Coburn ~ Director: Preschool Music Marie Soltero and Elizabeth Slater ~ Nursery Attendants Mateo Mamea ~ Sunday Custodian Linda Sheldon ~ Wedding Coordinator Leeann Nabors ~ The Clinebell Institute, Located in the California Pacific Annual Conference The Rev. Dr. Grant J. Hagiya ~ Resident Bishop The Rev. Melissa Roux MacKinnon ~ East District Superintendent In covenant with United Methodist Missionaries Mozart Adevu ~ West Africa Stephen Copley ~ Arkansas In covenant with Dios es Amor Methodist Church ~ Tijuana, Mexico Nurturing spirits Working for justice Serving others and creation ~ churchoffice@claremontumc.info Office: Fax: Toll Free: W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711