Meridian Street Weekly

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1 Meridian Street Weekly February 14, 2019 Worship T imes 9:15 in t he Chapel 10:30 a.m. in t he Sanct uary A Man After God's Own Heart David was called "a man after my own heart" by God in 1 Samuel 13:14. Have you ever really thought about what that means, or the challenges to follow someone like him? Every pastor, when the go to a new appointment, quickly learns who the "King David is in the church. They also quickly hear the stories of those who had followed and failed to live up to the standard that had been set. As we continue looking at the major themes from the Hebrew Bible that influenced Jesus, David has to be near the top of the list. The Gospel writers go to great lengths to show that Jesus is from the house and linage of David, and often compare him to the great king. How did the comparisons with David affect Jesus? Did those comparisons make him a better person or did they make him bitter in believing he had to live up to someone of mythological proportions? Sunday we will look at how having strong role models can challenge us, but also how they can help us achieve things we might not have done otherwise. Read: Acts 13:15-33 Prayer: All-knowing God, We gather together with praise and thanksgiving for who You are, and for all that You have done for us. You know us better than we know ourselvesall our thoughts and actions-

2 and yet You love us. No matter where we go or what we do, Your love encircles us-ahead and behindgently leading and guiding and blessing. We praise You for Your love and Your faithful presence in our lives. May Your Spirit move in our hearts and minds as we worship togetherexamine our attitudes and actions, lay bare the things we need to confess, challenge us with Your Word, and guide us on to paths that lead to life. For we are Your people, called by Your name. Amen. Coming Ev ents Ash Wednesday Services - March 6 Join us on Ash Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. or 7 p.m. in the Chapel for the imposition of ashes. Holy Communion will be offered at the 7 p.m. service. Lenten Book Study 2019 is the year to fall in love - in love with Jesus Plan now to participate in the Lenten Book Study based on the book of John. We will be using Adam Hamilton's book: John: The Gospel of Light and Life. The class will be held on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. starting March 13. Books are available for purchase for $14 in the church office and childcare is available if needed. Please contact Bethany Scott if you need childcare. In Our Neighborhood Prayer Walk at Meridian Street The walk, sponsored by the cluster of local United Methodist churches to which we belong, will be Sunday, February 24, 3-5 p.m. The walk begins in the Welcome Center where you join with a small group of walkers. Join when you can. Small groups will be gathering and walking throughout the afternoon. This event is organized by and includes the following churches: Abundant Harvest UMC, Bethel UMC, Broad Ripple UMC, East 10 th Street UMC, Horizons of Faith UMC, Meridian Street UMC, Union Chapel UMC,

3 University UMC Meridian Messenger February Meridian Messenger The mission focus for February is Soup's On - and you can read more about this powerful ministry in the February Messenger. You'll also read about the incredible generosity shown through the Reverse Advent Calendar, a new ministry partner, and a short term bible study starting next week. Lots of other important information too - so take a few minutes to click on the link and read the latest Messenger! And in other news... Staff openings There are currently two open positions on the Meridian Street staff. For more information on any of these positions, please contact Pastor Steve. Communications Director: As has been announced previously, Church Council approved the creation of this vital position. Financial Secretary: Keisha Boger, our current financial secretary, has resigned that position effective at the end of May. Volunteer Sound System Operators Needed There is a need for additional volunteers to operate our sound system in the Sanctuary. The more people we have on the team, the easier it will be to meet the needs of our congregation and of the community. This is a great way to serve the church in a "behind the scenes" capacity. Training will be provided. The basic expectations are: Willing to serve during 10:30 a.m. worship on a rotating basis each month Must be of High School age or older Be on call for weddings, funerals, or special services/meetings as needed No previous experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and serve The first training session will be in the Sanctuary on Sunday, March 3 Sunday, March 3 following 10:30 a.m. worship. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Pastor Steve or Peggy Marshall at pmarshall@meridianstreet.org.

4 Coffee Anyone? The next date for Pastor Matt's Coffee House Office Hours is Tuesday, March 5 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Illinois Street Food Emporium. Join him for a cup of coffee (or tea and pastries) and share what's going on in your life, about the church, or anything in general. The office hours will continue on the first Tuesday of each month. If you would like to schedule another time to meet with Pastor Matt, he is happy to meet with you. Feel free to him at mlandry@meridianstreet.org to set up a time. Because We Care Our Joys and Concerns NEW PRAYER REQUESTS JOYS Dan Fairley, on the death of his mother, Dody Fairley We celebrate the birthday of Leona Bennett, who turns 99 on February 19 This Week's Calendar THI S WEEK AT M ERI DI AN STREET Sunday, February 17, :45 AM Celebration Bells Rm 301 9:00 AM Buechler Small Group 2nd Fl Mtng Rm 9:00 AM Coffee and donuts Welc Ctr 9:00 AM Nursery for birth - age 3 Rm 103 9:00 AM Truth Seekers Class Conf Rm 9:15 AM Confirmation Rm 308 9:15 AM RE:Confirm Parlor 9:15 AM Worship Chapel 9:30 AM Gospel Ringers Rm :30 AM 2nd and 3rd grades Rm :30 AM 4th and 5th Grade Rm :30 AM Kindergarten - grade 1 Rm :30 AM Middle School and High School Rm 308 Youth 10:30 AM Preschool Rm :30 AM Worship Sanctuary 11:45 AM Chancel Bells Sanctuary 2:30 PM C4 Rehearsal Chapel 6:00 PM Disciple Bible Study Conf Rm Mo nday, February 18, 2019

5 10:00 AM Monday Morning Bible Study Welc Ctr 11:30 AM Neighborlink Meeting 2nd Fl Mtng Rm 11:45 AM Yoga at Meridian Street Library Tuesday, February 19, :00 PM Meridian Street Preservation Conf Rm Commission 6:00 PM Indianapolis Arts Chorale Rehearsal Sanctuary W ednesday, February 20, :30 AM Morning at Meridian Chapel 6:00 PM 4 week bible study Fellowship Hall 7:15 PM Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary Thursday, February 21, :00 PM Needlework Group Welc Ctr Fri day, February 22, :30 AM Circle 6 2nd Fl Mtng Rm Sat urday, February 23, :30 AM Indy Winds Flute Choir Rehearsal Fellowship Hall 6:00 PM Youth Lock-in February 23 March 6 March 13 IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES Youth Lock-in Ash Wednesday Start of Lenten Book Study Daily Readings Daily Script ure Readings February 17 Leviticus 4:1-5:19 Mark 2:13-3:6 Psalm 36:1-12 Proverbs 10:1-2 February 18 Leviticus 6:1-7:27 Mark 3:7-30 Psalm 37:1-11 Proverbs 10:3-4 February 19 Leviticus 7:28-9:6 Mark 3:31-4:25 Psalm 37:12-29 Proverbs 10:5 February 20 February 20 Leviticus 9:7-10:20 Mark 4:26-5:20 Psalm 37:30-40

6 Proverbs 10:6-7 February 21 Leviticus 11:1-12:8 Mark 5:21-43 Psalm 38:1-22 Proverbs 10:8-9 February 22 Leviticus 13:1-59 Mark 6:1-29 Psalm 39:1-13 Proverbs 10:10 February 23 Leviticus 14:1-57 Mark 6:30-56 Psalm 40:1-10 Proverbs 10:11-12 February 24 Leviticus 15:1-16:28 Mark 7:1-23 Psalm 40:11-17 Proverbs 10:13-14 Forward t hi s emai l STAY CONNECTED