SERVICE OF CELEBRATION TO GOD February 7, :00 am Transfiguration Sunday/Scout Sunday

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1 SERVICE OF CELEBRATION TO GOD February 7, :00 am Transfiguration Sunday/Scout Sunday *Opening Hymn America the Beautiful UMH No. 696 *Time of Greeting/Registration of Attendance Rev. Dr. Ivan Peden Children s Time Anne Watkins and Rhys Long Pre-Service Announcements Mr. Dean Norman Receiving Your Prayer Requests Prelude Voluntary on Neumark Mrs. Debby Trivettt Young Presenting the Light Reed Ballus and John Cordray *Presentation of Christian Flag Wyatt Salus *Presentation of Colors *Christian Flag Xander Williams *American Flag Madeline Johnson *Color Guards Emma Hayes, Kate Archambault, Jonas Williams, William Watkins *Pledge of Allegiance Patrick Tiddy Scout Promises and Oaths (congregation may be seated) American Heritage Girls Oath Stella Sizemore Girl Scout Promise Lauren Tiddy Cub Scout Oath Jackson Speaks Boy Scout Oath Daniel Watkins Scout Sunday Recognition Mrs. Beth Rudy *Responsive Call to Worship Jackson Hayes Leader: This is the beginning of a brand new day. People: I can waste it or use it for good. Leader: What I do today is important because I am exchanging a day of my life for it. People: When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever, leaving in its place Leader: what I have traded for it. People: I want it to be gain, not loss; good, not evil; success, not failure; so that I shall never regret the price I paid for today. Silent Prayer and The Lord s Prayer 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. Giving of Our Tithes/Offerings and Prayer of Dedication Etta Farlow Ushers: Spencer Ballus, Martha Williams, Alison Pierce and Jackson Speaks Offertory Anthem Be Still and Know Chancel Choir Johnson *Doxology UMH No. 94 LASST UNS ERFREUEN 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! Scripture Reading Luke 9:28-36 Elizabeth Smith Leader: The word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God! Homily for Transfiguration Sunday There Is a Place for Silence (continued on back page)

2 *Hymn of Response Surely the Presence of the Lord UMH No. 328 The Gospel of Jesus Christ calls all persons to commitment to, or renewal of, discipleship. During the singing of the hymn, you are invited to come and kneel at the Communion rail, using this opportunity to respond to Christ s invitation. You may come to commit or recommit your life to Christ, to pray about some situation in your life such as a major decision or family concern, or to pray in intercession for another. Our pastor is available to pray with you as you kneel. Just let him know as you come, otherwise he will respect your private time with God in prayer. *Retiring of the Colors Wyatt Salus *Benediction *Carrying the Light into the World Reed Ballus and John Cordray *Choral Response Two-fold Amen (897) *Chimes of the Trinity *Postlude Mrs. Trivett (*Please stand, as you are able.) LEWISVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6290 Shallowford Road P. O. Box 305 Lewisville, NC Website: Church toni.jones@lewisvilleumc.org Parsonage: Church: Fax (Church): SUNDAY WORSHIP New Beginning (contemporary): 8:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Traditional Worship: 11:00 a.m. Participants in today s service: Rev. Dr. Ivan H.M. Peden, Senior Pastor Mrs. Debby Trivett, Director of Music Ministry and Organist Mr. Dean Norman, Lay Leader: Pre-Service Announcements Mrs. Beth Rudy, Coordinator of Scouting Ministry at LUMC Dr. Jeff Patterson: District Superintendent Dr. Ivan Peden: Pastor June Hayes: Director of Christian Education Debby Trivett: Music Director Emily Roach: Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries Toni Jones: Secretary MINISTRY AND STAFF OF THE CHURCH Larry M. Goodpaster: Resident Bishop Ministers: Every Member of the Church Esther Gitobu: Missionary to Cambodia Bo Houff: Chairperson of Administrative Board Mike Hayes: Chairperson of Council on Ministries Dean Norman: Lay Leader Rachel Dominico: School Care Director Marcia Sexton: Preschool Director LUMC MISSION STATEMENT: The Mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The Book of Discipline 2012 LUMC VISION STATEMENT: The Vision of Lewisville United Methodist Church is to provide love, hope, and faith to all through education, fellowship, and worship of our Lord. We encourage stewardship of our time, our talents, and our gifts to support our church, our community, and our mission.

3 OPPORTUNITIES OF THE WEEK Sunday, February 7 8:30 am New Beginning Service (Contemporary), Fellowship Hall 9:45 am Sunday School 9:45 am Confirmation Class, 6th Grade Classroom 11:00 am Traditional Worship, Sanctuary 3:55 pm Youth Handbells 4:30-5:15 pm Children s Choir No Covenant Bible Study Monday 10:00 am UMW Morning Circle, Yokefellow 1:00 pm UMW Circle 1, parlor 6:30 pm Toning Class 7:00 pm Adult Handbell Choir Tuesday 10:00 am Covenant Bible Study, Yokefellow 7:00 pm Troop 705, Youth Room 7:00 pm AHG, Rooms 212, 213, 214 Wednesday 6:00 pm Ash Wednesday Pancake Supper in the Fellowship Hall, followed by Ash Wednesday Service in the Sanctuary Chancel Choir following the Ash Wednesday Service Thursday 9:30 am Vienna Village No Leaps of Faith 7:00 pm Daniel Plan, parlor 7:30 pm Praise Band, Fellowship Hall Sunday, Feb. 14 7:30 am Methodist Men s breakfast meeting, Asbury 7:00 pm Stephen Ministry Meeting, Yokefellow GREETERS AND USHERS (8:30 am Service) Feb. 7 Scout Sunday (Scouts will usher.) Feb. 14 Matt Tabat and Aida Trinidad Nursery Schedule, Feb. 7: 8:30 am Nursery: Robin Eberhart 11:00 am Nursery: Nursery Schedule, Feb. 14: 8:30 am Nursery: 11:00 am Nursery: Margaret Williams Children s Church Schedule 8:30 am Worship Service Feb. 7 Angie Farmer Feb. 14 June Hayes SYMPATHY: We express our Christian love and sympathy to.. º David and Brenda Shanks and their family in the death of Brenda s sister, Shelby Gerber, on January 31 in Williston, SC; º Michael and Mandee Jones and their family in the death of Michael s father, Leroy Jones, on February 3. METHODIST MEN S BREAKFAST MEETING: The Methodist Men will have their monthly breakfast meeting Sunday, February 14, at 7:30 am in Asbury Hall. All men are invited. º THE UMW MORNING CIRCLE will meet tomorrow, February 8, at 10:00 am in the Yokefellow Class. Please bring toothpaste for our health kits. º UMW CIRCLE 1 will meet tomorrow, February 8, at 1:00 pm in the parlor. PANCAKE SUPPER: FEBRUARY 10! On Ash Wednesday, February 10, the Missions Committee will serve a pancake supper at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall before the Ash Wednesday service. The menu will be pancakes, sausage, and the fixings. Cost will be a donation to benefit the church s Mission Fund. Please plan to attend and be generous in your donations. Please fill out the form below and place it in the offering plate or call the church office ( ) to sign up. Deadline to sign up: Monday, Feb. 8, at 10 am. Following the pancake supper, we will go to the sanctuary for our Ash Wednesday Service at 7:00 pm. Please plan to join us for this meaningful service I/we will be attending the pancake supper on Wed., February 10. Name Number attending: adults; children

4 CATALYST NEWS: Emily will be working from home Monday & then out for surgery the rest of the week. TODAY: º Flag Football Children s Home (field behind the Chapel), 1:30-4pm- Teams arrive no later than 1pm to the Children s Home to get checked in - bring $5 and an updated medical form if you don t have one on file (see website). º Super Bowl Party, 6-halftime- Ruperto s Home (350 Pilot Ridge Rd, Lewisville); please bring a finger food & drink to share. Sat-Monday: Margaret Vaughn goes to Chrysalis! Please lift her up in prayer as she makes this journey to deepen her faith. NEXT SUNDAY: Small Groups, 2:30-4pm**, NO Potluck HABITAT HEALING BUILD INITIATIVE will be from January 31 through March 13 to support the building of a home for a deserving family. Contact Millie August, or go to website..habitatforsyth.org. RE: HABITAT INITIATIVE: Opportunity to volunteer will not begin until funding is complete projected for early summer. Call Millie August with any questions, Leave message and call will be returned ASAP. THE SUPER BOWL ISN T THE ONLY FOOTBALL GAME TO WATCH ON FEB 7: If you need pre-gaming plans, look no further than the 2nd Annual Flag Football Tournament, hosted by Catalyst! We have invited folks from other churches to come play, $5 a player, to go straight towards the Super Bowl for Caring collection to support Samaritan Ministries, but we also would like YOU to join us! How can you help? Come out to the Children s Home field (behind the Chapel) at 1:30pm - admission is a gift card, of any amount, to any major craft store to donate to the Children s Home! Please spread the word, as we want to support these two organizations as much as possible! It is sure to be a good day full of athletics and hilarity! THE FAITH IN ACTION PROGRAM of the Shepherd s Center of Greater Winston-Salem will be holding a volunteer orientation session on Wednesday, February 10, from 9:30am 12pm. The Shepherd s Center offers supportive services for older adults who wish to maintain independence in their own homes. Volunteers are needed to assist with transportation, home repairs, friendly visits, and caregiver respite. To participate or for any questions, contact the center at orinfo@shepherdscenter.org. CAN CATALYST & CLEMMONS UMC YOUTH SERVE YOU? Catalyst Youth Ministries is teaming up with Clemmons:One Youth from Clemmons UMC to Serve the City on March 5th. If you are a person who needs yardwork, housework, minor home repairs (painting, wheelchair ramp, small porch, steps, minor flooring, etc.) organizing, etc. done and aren t able to do it yourself due to physical or financial reasons, let us know! Please don t be shy, we want to serve relevant needs in our community. Contact Emily Roach in the church office at or via at catalystyouthmin@gmail.com if you or someone you know needs our assistance. Thank you! SING? DANCE? PLAY ANY MUSICAL INSTRUMENT? If so, you are invited to participate in a recital showcasing your talent on Sunday afternoon, February 21, at 2:00 pm in the fellowship hall. This will be a wonderful opportunity for our congregation and your friends and family to appreciate your talent. All of you, any age, are encouraged to participate. All you need to do now is contact Debby Trivett to have your name added to the program!

5 WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP? If you would like to help with any of the special services during the Lenten Season (extinguishing the Crown of Thorns at either the 8:30 am or 11 am service or at other special services), please contact Judi Burkhart, , or June Hayes at the church, I would like to thank our pastor and church members for their prayers, cards, phone calls and visits during my recent illness. God bless you. Neta Vaught HAVE YOU SIGNED UP TO WORK IN THE NURSERY? WE COULD REALLY USE YOUR HELP! If you love to spend time with little ones and have an extra hour to spare throughout the year, please go to this link : at Volunteer Spot to sign up for dates for both the 8:30 and 11 am worship services. Questions? Call Lindsay Watson at or her at Lindsaywats@gmail.com. LEWISVILLE IS A STEPHEN MINISTRY CHURCH. Stephen Ministers are trained lay care-givers who provide emotional and spiritual care to persons who are experiencing difficulties in their lives hospitalization, loss of a loved one, loss of job, or any other crisis situation. This is care in addition to the care the pastor gives. If you are interested in having a Stephen Minister, fill out one of the slips in the pew rack and put it in the offering plate or hand it to the minister or one of the Stephen Leaders or Tom Lee. REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE SPRING/SUMMER PRESCHOOL CLOTHING AND TOY EXCHANGE. Deadline for registration is Friday, March 4th. Items will be received on March 9th from 5:00-8:00 pm and March 10th, 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:00-8:00 pm. Sales dates will be Saturday, March 12th, 8:00 am-2:00 pm and Monday, March 14th, 9:30-12:30 and 5:00-8:00 p.m. *All pink tags will be half off on Monday only. Pick up for items and checks will be Wednesday, March 16th, 9:15-11:45 am or 5:00-7:00 pm. Items not picked up by 7:00 pm will be donated. More information can be found in the West Wing (Preschool) Lobby. Volunteer signup sheets for strong men to help with setup and takedown are also located in the Lobby. Church members are needed for volunteering during presale on Friday, March 11th, 3:45-8:15 p.m. Contact Kelly Morris at or jkmorris@triad.rr.com If you have wire hangers to donate, please leave in the lobby near the fish tank. Thank you! LENTEN PREACHING SERIES During Lent I will be using a resource by Rob Renfroe entitled A Way Through the Wilderness: Growing in Faith When Life is Hard. The following are the sermon titles which are the same as the chapter titles in Renfroe s book: Feb 14: No Way Around the Wilderness Feb 21: Entering the Wilderness Feb 28: Walking with Others in the Wilderness Mar 6: Walking with God in the Wilderness Mar 13: Avoiding Wrong Turns in the Wilderness Mar 20: Coming Out of the Wilderness I hope you will find this series spiritually enriching and food for reflection and sacrificial living during this holy Lenten season. The Lord invites you to observe a Holy Lent beginning next Wednesday (called Ash Wednesday), February 10, 2016, with a Pancake Supper at 6:00pm followed by the Service of Imposition of Ashes in the sanctuary. The peace of the Lord be with you! Ivan