Welcome! September 10, 2017

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1 Welcome! September 10, 2017 Order Of Worship Today s Focus Prelude Pat Deighton Welcome Georgi Lumbard Please sign and pass the Register located in the pew. Guests please stop by the Welcome Center in the church lobby for a gift. Worship in Song Forward Through the Ages UMH #555 These are the Days of Elijah Joys & Concerns/Lord s Prayer Don Tomko 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 Offering & Anthem Here I Am Voices of Praise led by Darrell Day Celebration of Community meet new and greet current friends Message: Series: Living unshakeable pastor Jerry with Charlie Caraher Faith under fire Daniel 1:4-5, Response Through It All Postlude Pianist: Marlene Cracraft Assistant: Heather Yates Instrumentalists: Hudson Double Brass Quintet UMH #507 (2 times) FIRST RESPONDER S BBQ TODAY immediately following this Worship service. Please join us! Pat Deighton Consider what you would like to give toward our Scholarship Fund next Sunday on Scholarship Sunday. Nursery (off of lobby) Children s Worship (Children s Worship Center)

2 Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path. - Psalm 119:105 Daniel 1:4-5, young men without any physical defect, handsome, showing aptitude for every kind of learning, well informed, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king s palace. He was to teach them the language and literature of the Babylonians. The king assigned them a daily amount of food and wine from the king s table. They were to be trained for three years, and after that they were to enter the king s service To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and learning. And Daniel could understand visions and dreams of all kinds. At the end of the time set by the king to bring them into his service, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar. The king talked with them, and he found none equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah; so they entered the king s service. In every matter of wisdom and understanding about which the king questioned them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his whole kingdom. MY NOTES: We welcome everyone including those who are single, married, divorced, crying newborns, tired parents, and doting grandparents. We welcome those who are just browsing and those who know every hymn and praise song ever written. We welcome those who think the earth is flat, can t spell, or because grandma is in town you wanted to go to church. You have found a perfectly imperfect church filled with perfectly imperfect people who worship our perfect Lord. First time guests - please pickup a welcome gift at the welcome desk in the lobby. Once again, welcome! Practice The Pause When in doubt, pause. When angry, pause. When stressed, pause. And, when you pause Pray! Please lift your neighbors in prayer Praises: answered prayers Concerns: Sue Habegger, Don and Bonnie Franks, Gail Waller, Mary Ellen Arnold, Joan, mom, caregivers, those in the path of Hurricane Irma, Sharon, Bob, fires out west, Chris, Rita, Doreen, Heidi, Jeff, Doris Hepp, Ceil Austin, Barbara Nelms, Dovie Sprang, Carol Yewcic, Kathy & Dave Paul s daughter-kristin, Joy Christenson, Brenners Joys or Concerns? jerry@hudsonfirstumc.org In Memory OFFICE HOURS UPDATE The office will remain closed on Fridays through October. We are open Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. Donations to... Food Pantry: in memory of Robert Kunde by Mary Corrigan and Joseph Rogul Hudson Elementary School: in memory of Bob Kunde by Mary Corrigan and Joseph Rogul by Ellen McCormack General Fund: in memory of Nellie Robinson by Tim & Nikki Spitzer Additions/Corrections:

3 CELEBRATE GRANDPARENT S DAY, September 17th! Pastor Jerry at jmilner@flumc.org or bring by the office for scanning one picture of your grandchildren no later than September 13th. We will be running a loop on the big screen during the service on the 17th. Next week, Sunday, September 17th, is Scholarship Sunday. We will have an opportunity to hear from some of our recipients and see for ourselves how our donations are being used. Take your bookmark home and prayerfully consider the donation you might like to make next Sunday. Enjoy your coloring your bookmark! September 23rd 9am-12pm PLANNING Everyone is invited to participate in putting the JOIN THE HOMEBOUND TEAM! The Homebound Team is looking for new people to join their team. If you can make a phone call, you have all of the qualifications needed. Many of our members are unable to attend church and would love to have a phone call to let them know they are not forgotten. Visits are not necessary unless you feel the desire to visit. If you are interested, please contact Nancy Hoger, or drnoho1@verizon.net. HOUSING NEEDED Church member looking for a room to rent, temporary or permanent. Please call Thank you! NEW WOMEN S BIBLE STUDY STARTING SOON! Thursdays, beginning September 21st, 10am for 7 weeks, Hudson First UMC, Room CWC, lead by Rita Nelson. Sign up in the church lobby or call the church office. Hudson First UMC is now on Facebook! Look for us and like our page at The picture to the right is the profile picture. There are a couple of unofficial pages out there, so make sure you are looking at the right one! The new annual membership directory for Hudson First UMC will be ready for publishing this fall. Anyone interested in placing an advertisement or a personal message in support of our new directory should call Dick Garfield at , ext. 112 or dgarfield@cathedraldirectories.com. Advertisers do not need to be members of our church. If you have a new phone number or address, this is a good time to update the church office.

4 Today: Sunday, September 10 8:15-11:15am Nursery (0-5yrs) 8:30am Living Love-CE10 8:45am 252 Children s Ministry-CWC 8:45am Refuge Youth class-ce1 8:45am Young Adults class-lib 8:45am Seekers-CE4 8:45am Galileans-CE9 8:45am Searching Christians -HH 10:00am Children s Worship-CWC 10:00am Worship-WC 11:15am First Responders BBQ 6:00pm Refuge Activity-FH Monday, September 11 9:00am Quilters-CWC 9:30am Flex&Balance-HH 12:00pm Al-Anon-CE10 6:30pm SPRC-CE10 Tuesday, September 12 7:00am Business Referral Network 9:15am Prayer Warriors-CE10 6:00pm Open Gym 6:00pm Disciple Fastrack NT-CE10 7:00pm Boy Scout meeting Wednesday, September 13 6:30am Men of Promise-BWR 9:00am Food Pantry Distribution-HH 12:00pm Al Anon-CE10 2:00pm Empowerment-CE10 5:00pm Kids dinner-fh 5:30pm Kings Kids (K-5th)-CWC 5:30pm E.X.C.I.T.E. (6-8th)-CE4 5:30pm Acts 29 (9-12th)-CE2 6:15pm Worship Arts (all ages)-cwc 7:00pm Choir-WC Connecting with a small group is vital to your spiritual growth. It has been said being in a group also impacts people s daily lives. Group members feel closer to God (69 percent), understand the Bible better (74 percent), trust God more (66 percent), and become more loving in their relationships (48 percent). Discipleship on Sundays, 8:45am... Galileans, Room CE9 Dave Smith September The Holy Trinity October Humanity Beyond the Fall Living Love (8:30am), Room CE10 Doug Doan September, October, November Covenants with God Searching Christians, Howard Hall Chris Kreiler September 3rd and 10th Intro to Ruth September 17th-October 1st Tom Hindman on The Bible, Prophecy, and Astrology Beginning October 10th Study of Ruth Young Adults, Library Jerry Milner Beginning September 17th BIG Questions: clear answers to confusing questions Seekers, CE4 Loraine Cors September 10, 17, 24 Nancy Hoger on What About Angels October, November Overview of Paul s Letters Thursday, September 14 10:00am Encouragers-CE10 5:00pm-Trustees-CE10 Friday, September 15 Saturday, September 16 8:00am Men s Emmaus-SU 9:30am Heart to Heart-CWC 6:00pm New Generation-OCH BWR - Beacon Woods Restaurant CE - Christian Education building COL - Church Office Lobby CWC - Children s Worship Center FH - Fellowship Hall HH - Howard Hall LIB Library OCH - Oasis Coffee House SU Sunnyside Up WC - Worship Center

5 Stephen Ministry by Tom Meier by Laura Arnold How a Caregiver can get adequate sleep: 1. Worry intentionally during a specific "anxious hour." Many caregivers have difficulty falling or staying asleep because they have a head full of worries about their loved one's care. Rather than worrying at night when it's time for sleep, you can purposely worry at more convenient times during the day. Set an hour during the early evening to write down a to-do list as well as all the concerns that are troubling you. Then put the writing away in a drawer until the next morning. This simple action may have the effect of depositing your anxieties for the night, helping you relax and fall asleep. 2. Use Your Breath. Breathe and meditate on the Lord and His goodness. Taking deep, slow, regular breaths, you can slow your heart rate and begin to relax your muscles - necessary changes for falling asleep. it helps to keep your focus on your breathing by counting your breaths or feeling the air pass in and out of your nose and mouth. When your mind drifts back to your anxieties, just remember that staying awake and worrying doesn't make you a better Caregiver or help you solve the next day's problems. It only makes you tired. Let sleep overtake you so you can face the coming day's challenges with your best energies. STEPHEN MINISTRY Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Give her the reward she has earned Proverbs:31:30, 31 NIV Father, thank you for the example of a godly woman that You have put in my life. Give me the strength to put into practice what I have learned at her knee. Amen. WHEN THE CRISIS NEVER ENDS Many people face tough times every day of their lives. Whether they are caring for a sick family member, going through a long period of unemployment, or experiencing incurable pain, they and their families may benefit from the support and care of a Stephen Minister. Our congregation is committed to providing care to those who need it. If you would like more information about our Stephen Ministry, how to receive care from a Stephen Minister, please contact our Pastor, or any of the following Stephen Leaders: Dave Viall, Yvonne Noel, Paulette Wetmore or Tom Meier. Please remember to notify the church whenever you or a loved one is hospitalized locally so visitation can be made. 3. Confess your sins to God and turn them over to him. Accept sleep as a gift from the God. I lay down and slept; I woke again, for the Lord sustained me. Psalm 3:5 Caregiver's Support Group meets the 3rd Tuesday every month at 10:30am. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Laura Arnold, larnold32@gmail.com, or Winning Women Retreats are non-denominational and led by an all-volunteer board and staff. The Retreat is open to all women -- those who are searching as well as those who are deeply committed. Join us October at Epworth-by-the-Sea Conference Center, St. Simons Island, GA. Guest Speaker is Christin Ditchfield. To register or get more information, go to or call Linda Froman,

6 Nancy s Notes by Nancy Hitt, Church Administrator The following is a snapshot of the finances as of the end of July. Actual for July Actual YTD Budget YTD Budgeted Income Ministry and Missions 37, , , General Offering 1, , , Other Income 6, , , Total Budgeted Income 46, , , Budget Expenses (excluding mortgage) Expenses 53, , , Total Budgeted Income minus Expenses (7,141.96) 2, Other Income (non-budgeted) Trustees Fund 1, , Building Fund 5, , The Worship Center Mortgage is down to $510, as of the end of July. Thank you to all who support the ministries of the church! Please call or send a card to 9/10 Edith Buffington 9/10 Michael Butz 9/11 Ginny Borger 9/11 Sally Schofield 9/13 Ron Milton 9/13 Cassie Taylor 9/14 Nancy Egan 9/16 Marilyn Doan 9/16 Manny Lopez 9/16 Doris Raymond 9/16 Mary Ann Rigby 9/16 Michael Wells Corrections: Discussing the end of one s life is something we usually don't want to talk about, and even fewer of us take the time to appropriately plan for this certainty in life. However, failing to plan for this event places an unfair burden on our loved ones who have to pick up the pieces required when a family member passes away without plans in place for their final arrangements. The solution to this dilemma is for all of us to plan for the inevitable and remove the burden on our families for making major emotional and financial decisions on the worst day of their lives. The Lincoln Heritage Funeral Advantage Plan is a way for you to make these plans and ease the burden on your family. When you walk out of this life, The Funeral; Advantage Plan will walk in to help your family. Contact Michael Caruso at for more information. The Encouragers by Ruth Lott and Betsy Triznadel All past and present participants are invited to join the Encouragers as we celebrate our first anniversary. The celebration will be held Thursday, September 14th in Room CE-10 at 10 am. Beginning Thursday, September 28th, Darrell Day, our multi-talented Director of Worship Arts Ministry, will lead us in a three session series titled "The Story of Heaven: Exploring the Hope and Promise of Eternity" by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee. The dates for the series will be September 28th, October 12th and 26th. All are welcome to attend. We meet the second and fourth Thursday of each month in Room CE-10 at 10 am.

7 Connections - Faith, Friends, Fun, & Fitness Care Givers Support Group 10:30a 3rd Tues of month in CE10 Contact Laura: Care for caregivers a place to laugh, learn, share, and care. Special Sundays (K-8th) Sundays: 8:45a Children s Worship 10a Children s Church Contact Cheryle: (K-5) Contact Fran: (6-8) Refuge Ministry 6p Sundays, Life group hang time and activity. Heart-to-Heart Women 9:30-11a, 3rd Saturday monthly Contact Fran Scerbo: Open to all women faith and friendship blend together in a time of Christian fellowship. Wacky Wednesdays: 5:00p Dinner 5:30p Kings Kids (1st.-5th gr.) 5:30p E.X.C.I.T.E. (6th-8th gr.) 6:15p Kids of Praise Choir Wings of Spirit Dance Exercise with Fran 9:30a Mondays Flex and Balance 9:30a Fridays Flex and Balance Contact Office: Cost? Bring a canned good for the Food Pantry! The Encouragers Encouragers Group 10:00a 2nd and 4th Thurs of month in CE10 Contact Ruth or Betsy: A safe place to share your grief or loss of any kind. Acts 29 (9-12th gr.) 8:45a Sundays, Discipleship 5:30p Wednesday, Small Group, CE2 Where young people encounter Christ in themselves and their world. Hudson Emmaus Men - 8am 3rd Saturday monthly Sunnyside Up Restaurant. Women - 11:30am 2nd Friday monthly CARES Café. Contact Dave Smith Wednesday, 9a - 12p Howard Hall Entrance Serving households in zip codes 34667, and with food and spiritual nourishment. We serve with joy for Jesus. Donations appreciated. New Generation 6-7:30p Saturdays, Moore s house Contact Shanah Moore: Encouraging and enriching the lives of young adults Thrift Store Hours: Winter hours: Mon-Sat 10:30a to 4:30p Summer Hours: Tues-Sat 10:30a to 3:30p Donations appreciated adult clothing, jewelry, small kitchen items, and some furniture.