SALEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 1500 North Main Higginsville, Missouri web page: salemucchigginsville.org

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1 SALEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 1500 North Main Higginsville, Missouri web page: salemucchigginsville.org March 23, 2014 We are a gathering church sent out by God to bring the good news of God s grace, justice, peace, and love to the world 10:30 a.m.

2 June 4, 2017 MUSIC BEFORE WORSHIP PENTECOST SUNDAY THE GATHERING 10:00 a.m. WELCOME: No matter who you are or where you are in your life s journey, you are welcome here. Welcome to worship on this day of Pentecost! We celebrate the birth of the church and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit as we worship today! NEWS OF THE CONGREGATION ADDRESSING OURSELVES TO GOD RINGING OF THE BELL Piano Prelude "My Tribute" Crouch * CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Lord, set our hearts on fire this day! People: Set the blazes of hope that burn away fear! Leader: Lord, we come here so that you can empower us to serve you. People: Cause the winds of change to blow away doubt, division, and alienation! Leader: Praise to God who has brought to us the Holy Spirit! People: Let us worship and rejoice, for God challenges and empowers us today and every day! * HYMN God of Grace and God of Glory No. 292 * INVOCATION (Unison) God of our hearts, God of the blood and fire and smoke, you have invoked our presence here this morning with your great gift of the Holy Spirit. May this service of worship and praise be worthy of your challenge to us. May we turn the Spirit s reign in our hearts to fire in our lives. May we glow red with power and love. May we wear our fiery hearts on our sleeves for all who have eyes to see! We pray in the name of Jesus 1

3 Messiah, who with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns forever and ever. Amen. *GLORIA PATRI No. 623 HEARING AND RESPONDING TO THE WORD SPECIAL MUSIC "Walk With Jesus Medley" MESSAGE FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES Women s Choir June BAPTISMAL HYMN This Child We Dedicate to Thee No. 317 RITE OF BAPTISM Welcome Address Questions of Parents, Family and Congregation *Leader: Jesus Christ calls us to make disciples of all nations, and to offer them the gift of grace in baptism. Do you, who witness and celebrate this sacrament, promise your love, support, and care, to the one about to be baptized as he lives and grows in Christ? *People: We promise our love, support, and care. We receive this child as a new person in Christ. We offer our understanding and support as he explores life. We enfold this child in our love, seeking together to grow in wisdom and in stature, and in favor with God and all people. We join with these parents in telling the gospel in our midst, so that this child may live with us for Christ, showing forth Christ s love for all people. Act of Baptism Prayer for the Baptized 2

4 HYMN Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart No. 249 (Please write your joys and concerns on the card and hand it to the usher during the hymn) JOYS AND CONCERNS Preparation for prayer PASTORAL PRAYER, THE LORD S PRAYER ( debts and debtors words in hymn No. 426) MORNING OFFERING Offertory "Fairest Lord Jesus" arr. Leatherman *Doxology No. 625 *Dedication Prayer *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostle s Creed (Printed inside back cover of Hymnal) PRAYER FOR UNDERSTANDING SCRIPTURE READING I Corinthians 12: 3-13 (N.T. p. 163) SERMON The Spirit Chooses Tommy THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION INVITATION TO THE TABLE PRAYER OF CONFESSION (Unison) Lord of patience and persistence, we live in a broken and shattered world. All around us we see great evidence of hatred and alienation. We cannot help but observe the alienation of your people from each other. We create devices to separate rather than unite; to divide rather than come together in hope. Forgive us for our sins. These sins cause such division and hurt. Remind us today that the disciples, too, lived in a fearful world and that one day you came to them, as they sat huddled in fear, and you empowered them. You gave them hearts of courage and faith. Please bring to us the same hearts that we may serve you well, bringing peace and hope to our world. In the name of Christ, we offer this prayer. 3

5 ASSURANCE OF PARDON (Tommy) Beloved, do not be afraid! The power of God s Holy Spirit has set us free from the prison of unbelief and fear! Now is the time to shine with the light of God s love, given to us by Jesus Christ. Amen. SHARING OF THE MEAL (The grape juice is in the inner circle of the tray. The Elders will distribute the elements and at the direction of the pastor we will all partake together.) THE SENDING *HYMN Breathe on Me No. 251 *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE "Great is the Lord" Smith The Worship Service is over and our Service begins. *Indicates please stand if you are able to do so Please join us for Fellowship time on the front lawn. ************************************ Leading Worship Today: Rev. Dr. Tommy L. Faris Pastor Delbert Goetz Liturgist June Howell Christian Education Coordinator Jamie Smith Substitute Organist/Music Director GREETING YOU TODAY ARE: North Door: Amy Goetz South Door: Paige and Dawson Goetz IN OUR PRAYERS: Anne Kriegh, had cancer surgery June 2, at Shawnee Mission Hospital in Overland Park, KS. She will remain in the hospital for 5 days following the surgery. Juanita Homfeld, had surgery on Thursday, June 1. She should be recovering at home as of today. Grace Niemeier, recovering at New Haven Living Center, Odessa, Room #6A. Wilma Dieckhoff, currently residing at Meyer Care Center. Myrna Fette, New Haven Living Center, Odessa. 4

6 BEING BAPTIZED TODAY: Layden Paul Kirchhoff, son of Caleb and Dani Kirchhoff. Layden s big brother is Laith. His grandparents are Eric and Gail Kirchhoff, Shawn and Connie Smith, great-grandparents are Mary and the late W. W. Kirchhoff and the late Kenneth and Helen Diestelkamp. ANNOUNCEMENTS: SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL: Please join us if you are under the age of 10. We will meet in the sanctuary overflow, after the children's message. Women s Fellowship Circle Schedules for June Esther Circle June 7, 10:00 a.m., at Vida Mehrhoff s apartment, hostess Vida Mehrhoff, program Mary Kirchhoff. Ruth Circle June 7, 2:00 p.m., at Fay Tilly s home, hostess Fay Tilly, program Arlene Long. Eve Circle June 6, 6:00 p.m., at Mary Homfeld s home, hostess and program Mary Homfeld, bring a sack supper. REMINDER: Thank you for the beautiful flowers at Salem Cemetery celebrating Memorial Day. If you would like to save your flowers please pick them up by Wednesday, June 7. Thank you. The Cemetery Committee 8th ANNUAL FATHER S DAY TOOL SPECIAL Your donation in the name of a male influence in your life will help supply tools to rebuild after a disaster. What a great way to remember someone on Father's Day. An article and envelope are in the June Lamplighter. (Extra cards are available in the back of the sanctuary and outside the church office.) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Memorial Committee is asking for volunteers to water the flower pots at the front doors of the church. If you are interested please call Mary Homfeld,

7 SUMMER SPECIAL MUSIC: It is time again for Summer Special Music! If you play an instrument or enjoy singing and would like to share your musical talent during the summer worship service, please call the Church Office and leave your name and phone number. Jamie Smith will then contact you to schedule a Sunday for you to share your music. You may also contact Jamie directly at or to schedule a time to share. Thank you for considering sharing your talent! MEMBERS RESIDING IN CARE FACILITIES: Listed below are our members and friends (at the time of printing of the bulletin) now residing or recovering at our local and surrounding community nursing homes and care facilities. A card or visit from a church family member would be a delightful surprise! Meyer Care Center, 1201 W. 19th St., Higginsville, MO Wilma Dieckhoff Glenn & Shirley Nowack Pat Pence Anna Marie Rinne Grace Schemmer Robert Cobb Souder Earl Struchtemeyer Bob Tankesley New Haven Living Center, 609 Golf Street, Odessa, MO Myrna Fette Grace Niemeier Lutheran Good Shepherd Home, 202 SW St., Concordia, MO Winnie Knehans Jake Stoecklin Ann Nuelle Country Oak Village, 101 Cross Creek Drive, Grain Valley, MO Viola Meinershagen Riverbend Heights Rehab & Health, Lexington Nursing Home, 1221 South Highway 13, Lexington, MO Mark Gieselman Winchester Meadows, 3761 W. 10th St., Sedalia, MO Roberta Summers (Apt. 102 E) 6

8 COMMUNITY NEWS: EVENT AT GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Grace United Methodist Church Women s Fellowship invites you to see David Naster, Comedian (as seen on T.V.) You Just Have to Laugh Sunday, June 4, 4 p.m. Enjoy a meal and great entertainment! Adults $8 Children $4. MISSOURI MID-SOUTH CONFERENCE ANNUAL GATHERING: Will be held June 8-10, 2017, at the Holiday Inn in Columbia, MO. This year s Conference Annual Gathering theme is Energizing Ministry for a New Day. Special guests will include Rev. Cameron Trimble CEO, Center for Progressive Renewal & Convergence Network, Rev. Tara Barber Specialized Minister of Support for Clergy and Congregations, Pacific Northwest Conference UCC. SHOW-ME CHRISTIAN YOUTH HOME OPEN HOUSE AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Will be June 11th, 3-5:00 p.m. at the Mayview New Life Unit. Come see the impact you're making! HEART TO HEART-HEALTH FORUM FOR WOMEN: The annual Lafayette County Heart-to-Heart Health Forum for Women will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at St. Paul s High School Gymnasium. Participants will have the opportunity to take advantage of numerous screenings including, cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, varicose vein quick scan, just to name a few. There will be exhibitors on hand with information on a variety of timely health topics. Light heart healthy refreshments will be available and the evening will conclude with a key note speaker with an important message for women about their hearts. The program is FREE-OF-CHARGE; pre-registration is requested but not required. To register call the University Extension at or ellingj@missouri.edu. Please indicate if you prefer or require vegetarian or gluten free refreshments. There will be a special drawing for those who DO pre-register. For more information, please contact Carolyn at the Lafayette County Health Department at ext.224 or by Carolyn.Boland@lpha.mo.gov 7

9 JKV AND MEYER CARE CENTER BIBLE STUDY: John Knox Village and Meyer Care Center have a weekly Bible Study that is led, on a rotational schedule, by the Ministerial Fellowship. Liz Lindsey (Presbyterian) will be leading Bible Study during the month of June. The Bible Study is held every Wednesday, 10:15-10:45 a.m. in the Gathering Room. There won t be Bible Study during July or August, Bible Study will resume in September. UP COMING DATES: June 14 Flag Day June 18 Father s Day June 21 Summer Begins June 25 Youth on Mission Commissioning Service (10:00 a.m.) July 1 thru the 8 Youth on Mission Work Camp in Puerto Rico July 4 Independence Day (church office closed) CHILDREN ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! If your child is most comfortable with you in worship, they are welcome. If you prefer, the nursery room is open and available for parents who would like to take their child there and stay with them. OFFICE HOURS: Monday Friday, 8:00 a.m. to Noon & 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE: Transportation is available to any worship service. Please call the church office ( ) to make arrangements. CHURCH INFORMATION Tommy s tlfaris@ctcis.net Tommy s cell phone: Church Telephone: , Fax: Church salemucc@ctcis.net Church Website: salemucchigginsville.org 8

10 THIS WEEK S EVENTS AT SALEM June 4, thru June 11, 2017 Sunday - Monday - Tuesday - Pentecost Sunday 8:30 a.m. Early Worship (Communion) 10:00 a.m. Worship with Sunday (Baptism) (Communion) Kirchhoff Family Lunch 7:00 p.m. Boy Scout Parent/Leader Meeting Food Pantry Afternoon Quilting 6:30 p.m. C.E.R.T. Wednesday 10:30 a.m. Lafayette Area Pastors Meeting 3:00 p.m. Hospice/Grief Support Group 7:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous Thursday - Friday - Afternoon Quilting 6:00 p.m. Board of Elders Meeting No Activities Scheduled Saturday - 9:30 a.m. A. A. Sunday- 8:30 a.m. Early Worship 10:00 a.m. Worship with Sunday School YOM Meeting 9

11 June 4, 2017 Pentecost Sunday Fire in the ancient world was a sign that a divine announcement was imminent. Flames surrounded a bush that did not burn and called Moses to Holy ground. Elijah prayed for fire and it appeared before all the priests of Baal could muster a spark. On Pentecost, fire comes as literal communication as tongues of fire endowing the apostles with multi-lingual capabilities. Being gifted with tongues of fire meant they could speak the languages of many nations and be understood. All the people from all over the known world of that day, all those foreigners and travelers that flocked regularly to Jerusalem, could, on this day, understand what was being said by the apostles on Pentecost. What a gift that would be! What a super power! Imagine being able to travel across the world and speak Danish to the Danes, Urdu to the Pakistanis, German to the Germans, Shona to people in Zimbabwe, and Mandarin to the Chinese. Neuroscientists are studying how being multilingual increases brain size, and we know that understanding each other s language is what increases the power of humanity to come together. Opening up the way to global conversation is part of our mission as the United Church of Christ, and Strengthening the Church through our gifts to mission is a way of broadening and deepening these conversations. Going global also might mean learning local. The First Congregational Church of Elmhurst, Illinois, is growing the brains of their children and contributing to a multilingual church. They do this every Monday evening as part of their De Colores Children s Spanish Program. It s a program in which children from grades K-5 combine learning Spanish with growing Christian faith using stories, games, art, food and prayer. What an opportunity to share tongues of fire, strengthen our church and deepen our future by teaching young brains to learn the language of others. Happy Pentecost! 10

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