First United Methodist Church of Gilbert

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1 First United Methodist Church of Gilbert Serving, Giving, Welcoming, Growing in the likeness of Christ May 20, 2018 Pentecost Sunday 331 S. Cooper Rd. Gilbert, AZ gilbertumc.org Office Hours: Monday Thursday 8:30am 4:30pm Friday by appointment

2 Welcome! Traditional Service 8:00 and 9:30 am Please fill out the attendance card and place in the offering plate. Ringing of the Bell *Welcome and Greeting Rev. Gwen Mader Prelude Carillon and Fugue Sue Hunter by Matthias van den Gheyn; ed. by Charles Callahan *The Call to Worship Leader Leader: Come, Holy Spirit! People: Come: touch us with your mighty presence! Leader: Come, Holy Spirit! People: Come: be real to us! Leader: Come, Holy Spirit! People: Come in power and make us your own! All: Come, Holy Spirit, come! *Opening Song Holy Spirit, Come, Confirm Us #332 *Opening Prayer Leader O God, Holy Spirit, come to us, and among us; come as the wind, and cleanse us; come as the fire, and burn; come as the dew, and refresh; convict, convert, and consecrate many hearts and lives to our great good and to thy greater glory; and this we ask for Jesus Christ s sake. Amen. Anthem Walkin in the Spirit Chancel Choir by Jim Bain; arr. by Ehlrich Our Choir ministers to us in two services. In each some depart for Sunday School. Children s Moment (8:00 only) Rev. Gwen Mader Introduction of Confirmands, Reception into Membership (9:30 only) Chloe Lynn Boesch Jenna Danielle Bose Adam Christopher Butler Sarah Rose Butler Nina Rose Chiricuzio Andrew Ryan James Connor Dirl Johns Chloe Amelia Metz Gavin Wayne Rempel Brandi Patience Vallera Zachary James Reed Young Zander William Patrick Young

3 Pentecost Reading: The Spirit Poured Out Please join us in telling the story of Pentecost. Use your wind stick as directed. Prayer for Openness to the Word Pastor: Now may the words of my mouth, People: And the meditations of our hearts, All: Be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. The Message Power From On High Rev. Deborah Lerner *Song of Response Have Thine Own Way, Lord #382 Prayers Rev. Gwen Mader Response to Prayer Spirit of the Living God #177 Offering The Offertory Sonata in F Major, II. Allegro Marty Province, marimba by G. F. Handel Sue Hunter, piano *Presentation of Offering Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow #95 *Prayer of Dedication Leader *The Lord s Prayer Introduction of Confirmands (8:00 only) *Closing Song O Spirit of the Living God #539 Blessing Postlude Bells of Easter Sue Hunter by David Paxton *Congregation standing, as you are comfortable, otherwise sit with GUSTO! Large print bulletins/hymnals, hearing assist devices and children s bulletins and activity bags are available from the ushers. Please join us for coffee and refreshments on the patio and in the activity center after the service.

4 Welcome! Contemporary Service 11:00 am Please fill out the attendance card and place in offering basket at end of the service. The Ringing of the Bell Welcome and Announcements Rev. Gwen Mader Introduction of our Confirmands and New Members Chloe Lynn Boesch Jenna Danielle Bose Adam Christopher Butler Sarah Rose Butler Nina Rose Chiricuzio Andrew Ryan James Connor Dirl Johns Chloe Amelia Metz Gavin Wayne Rempel Brandi Patience Vallera Zachary James Reed Young Zander William Patrick Young *Opening Songs and Prayer Pentecost Reading: The Spirit Poured Out Please join us in telling the story of Pentecost. Use your wind stick as directed. The Message Power From On High Rev. Deborah Lerner Time of Response to the Word Please respond to the goodness and grace of God in ways that are helpful to you. Offering baskets are available at the front and at the doors as you exit. Offer your heart and life to God as you offer your financial gift. Place your attendance cards in the baskets. The prayer rails are open and prayer ministers are available in front. Communion is available to all, regardless of age or membership. Be blessed! We are glad you worshiped with us! *Congregation standing, as you are comfortable, otherwise sit with GUSTO! Large print bulletins/hymnals and hearing assist devices are available from the ushers. If you would like someone to pray with you, Prayer Ministers will be available following worship at the front of the Sanctuary.

5 THIS WEEK S NEWS First United Methodist Church of Gilbert May 20, 2018 Celebrate the ministry of Pastor Gwen! Sunday, May 20 The SPRC invites you to show your gratitude for all that Pastor Gwen has done as we collect love offerings, cards, letters and gift cards. These may be placed into the specially decorated box in the lobby. Informal receptions will also be held in the Activity Center at 9:00-9:30 and 10:30-11:00 am. Thank you Gwen! Graduation Recognitions Sunday May 27 Each year we publish the names of all persons who call First UMC home who are graduating at any level. This year we will publish the list in our bulletin on Sunday, May 27. Adult Education Classes in May Journey 202 Follow Me April 25 May 30 Wednesdays 6:30pm For information about class offerings and enrollment, write the class name in the comments section of the yellow attendance card and either leave in collection plate; drop off in office; call (480) or secretary@gilbertumc.org. The Welcomaires Sunday May 27 Free Southern Gospel Concert featuring The Welcomaires with Special Guest Mitch Snow. Hot dog dinner at 5 pm; Concert begins 6 pm. firstgilbert.church Office Phone:

6 Volunteer Opportunities in Congregational Care Join the Congregational Care Ministry Do you feel a calling to help the Congregational Care Ministries? Please contact Pastor Gwen for volunteer opportunities! Prayer Shawls Thank you to those who have recently provided prayer shawls. Congregational care is always in need of shawls for women and men. Shawls may be left in the church office; please include the name of the person who made it. Congregational Care Support Groups For more information about groups and other support available, please contact Pastor Gwen at or pastorgwen@gilbertumc.org Saturdays 9:00-10:30 am Room 140 For those grieving the loss of someone close to them Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm Room 205 A support group for those experiencing Trauma or PTSD Coming Soon! New Congregational Care support groups: Parents with Young Children A Christ-centered approach for families affected by mental illness Start dates and times to come soon! To join contact Dawn Sukis at dawnsukis@yahoo.com This support group is being formed for parents who have new babies or a child under 12 months. Starts Sunday June 3 9:30 am Room 201 To join contact Lydia and Matt Ramirez at lydiamramirez@gmail.com

7 THIS WEEK S OPPORTUNITIES Please call office for information or enrollment (480) Sunday, May 20 Time Room Pastor Gwen Appreciation: Join SPRC for reception in Activity Center between services! 815 Adult Class: Video and Discussion 8:15 am 142 Christian History: The Power of Parable 9:30 am 133 Homebuilders Class: Watching various video presentations 9:30 am 142 Living the Questions: Christianity for the 21st century adult 11:00 am 142 Gen X: Ask, Faith Questions in a Skeptical Age 11:00 am 201 Tuesday, May 22 Time Room Women s Bible Study: Discerning the Voice of God 9:00 am 142 Praying: Join us for a time of prayer 1:30 pm S Wednesday, May 23 Time Room Chat n Chew: Gather to share lunch and fellowship Noon 133 Fellowship Supper: $3 each/$12 max per family 5:30 pm AC Journey 202: Follow Me with Pastor Gwen 6:30 pm 142 Wednesday Wilds: Interactive Bible Stories (K-3rd); see Janelle 6:30 pm TBD Youth Wednesday Class: The Kingdom Builder 6:30 pm 140 Living Hope: For those having experienced trauma or PTSD 6:30 pm 205 Thursday, May 24 Time Room Christian Women s Fellowship 9:30 am 142 DivorceCare: Support for those facing separation or divorce 6:30 pm 200 Saturday, May 26 Time Room GriefShare: Support for those grieving join any week 9:00 am 140

8 V B S Preschool 6th Grade June 4th 8th gilbertumc.org/vbs Recurring training for staff and volunteers TODAY Sunday, May 20 12:30 2:30 pm Room 133 Tuesday, May 22 6:30 8:30 pm Room 142 Please RSVP with your preferred session to Sylvia Harris at connections@gilbertumc.org E L E C T RO N I C G I V I N G

9 Introducing our 2018 Confirmands! Please welcome these wonderful young women and men into membership! They have achieved a great milestone in their faith journey, and we hope you will join us in encouraging them as devoted followers of Jesus. See your usher for the 2018 Confirmand Booklet, which features each confirmand and their statements of faith. Tuesday Morning Women s Bible Study Please join the Tuesday Morning Women s Bible Study beginning May 15, for our study What You Need to Know About Defending Your Faith by Max Anders. This 12-week workbook based study invites you to firm up your faith and grow confident in sharing the gospel with others. We meet from 9:15am until 11:15am in room #142 (library). The workbook will be available for purchase on May 15. For any questions, please contact Christy Robertson Yoder at roberch1@yahoo.com or Deanna Helland at dzhelland@yahoo.com. Childcare is available this summer; please contact us for arrangements.

10 CHILDREN S MINISTRIES For questions contact Janelle Chiricuzio at childrensministry@gilbertrumc.org SUNDAY SCHOOL Classrooms 9:30 11:00 Preschool Room 146 Kinder Sixth Room 205 Kinder First Room 144 Second Fourth Room 205 Fifth Sixth Room 203 Preschool People are God s works of art. FIRST KIDZ - May Curriculum Elementary & Preteen Untangle the web and keep your source code true. Honesty is choosing to be truthful in whatever you say and do. Preschoolers will learn that God has a plan for them through the story of Joseph. Bottom Line: God has a plan for me! Wednesday WILDS Bible Based Activities (K-3rd grade) 6:30 pm Contact Janelle for information Older Youth Wednesday Nights The youth will be working on a new book The Kingdom Experiment youth edition which looks at the Beatitudes. They also will be working on a dramatic piece that they will be creating, writing, and then acting out! Please look for this to make its way to our congregation! Wednesday nights 6:30-8:00 pm

11 Youth News (7th 12th Grade): Please contact Ray Vallera at regarding Youth and Family Ministries at First Gilbert. Youth Sunday Morning Studies All youth will attend the 9:30 service to witness the Comfirmands being introduced and joining the church. Youth will then return to normal classrooms. Class advancements will then take place (see below for more). Sunday School Class Advancement May 20 TODAY Today is the first day of Sunday school move-ups. Students will first report to their current classroom, and then the leaders will guide them to the next grade and new room. Current 6 th graders will join the Junior High upstairs in Room 200 Current 8 th graders will join the Senior High in Room 140 Starting June 3 (and thru summer months) everyone meets together in the Senior High Room 140. Youth Sunday Evening Gathering Its break time, NO regular Youth Group tonight or in June & July. Volleyball is starting and practice is on Sunday afternoons. Regular gatherings resume again in August. Summer Volleyball Last Call to Register Cost is $15 per student to cover the cost of shirts & team registration fee Current schedule games at First Mesa UMC & First Gilbert UMC starting 6 pm Game Dates: May 30; June 6, 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25 (no games July 4 week) Tournament will be double elimination played July 27 & 28 Awards ceremony/ dance here at First Gilbert UMC on July 29 Youth Pool Party Friday June pm All youth participants (incoming 7th thru outgoing 12th) are invited to join us for our annual pool party at Ron Mason's community pool. We'll have food, drinks and plenty of fun for everyone. Please bring a drink or snack to share with friends. Parents are welcome too. Please RSVP to Ray for food count.

12 Thank you for attending our services today If you have any questions please stop by our Welcome Cart for a map and assistance or contact us at connection@gilbertumc.org Nursery & Comfort Room Nursery care is available from 7:45am 12:30 pm, staffed with professional care givers. The nursery is located in room 131 & 132. Nursery care is also available for pre-planned meetings/events. A Comfort Room for parents with young children is located at the South end of the lobby, just outside the Sanctuary. This is a comfortable room that provides a great view of the sanctuary and audio of the service. Servants in Worship 8:00 9:30 11:00 Ushers Pat Baker Art Wirtz Lynn Carrol Kevin Boesch Linda McKinley Tom McKinley Leader David Baker Bob Chuk Greeters Adriana Hernandez Garin Campbell Prayer Ministers Kathy Tracy Sharon Kotsonas Mike Miller Sunday Morning Worship 8:00 and 9:30 Traditional 11:00 Contemporary Aryn Peppin Pastor Gwen Appreciation: Join the SPRC for reception honoring all that she has done for us in the Activity Center between services!