Welcome Guests! We are pleased that you have chosen to worship with us today. We look forward to getting to know you better after the service. We hope you are able to feel God s presence here as you worship with us. Please take a moment to sign in using the RED attendance pad, located in your pew. If you have any concerns/questions during the service, or need assistance, do not hesitate to ask an usher for help. Again, thank you for choosing Oakton UMC this morning. Flowers: This morning s flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Roger Justice by the Justice and Allen families. Sign up to give flowers in Honor of or in Memory of someone by signing up on the flower chart, located on the wall near the elevator. The cost is $60. Our flowers are provided by Vienna Florist. You may also bring your own flowers. Just let Doris know if you want a dedication placed in the worship bulletin. Nursery Care is provided for infants and children ages three and under during the 11:00 worship service. If you need assistance, please see an usher. Assisting in the leadership of the 8:30 Worship Service: Liturgist: Liz Vogt Ushers: Dawna & Emir Mussad Assisting in the leadership of the 11:00 Worship Service: Liturgist: Geddis Kerr Ushers: Jim & Dannye Ivey, Gary & Mindy Fellows Communion Servers: Lisa Haralampus, Bob Carr, Evan & Katherine Acolytes: Leyla Orhan, Sarah-Grace Singleton Sound Tech: Joe Erschens Nursery: Maryanne Turner Blessing of the Animals Sunday, October 14 th 3:00 p.m. In the back parking lot. All creatures great & small invited! CHURCH STAFF Rev. Dawn-Marie Singleton, Pastor Doris Page, Administrative Assistant/Christian Ed Dir. Glo Hadermann, Oakton Christian Preschool Director Michelle Orhan, Director of Music Ben Paris, Organist Maryanne Turner, Nursery Director Oakton United Methodist Church 2951 Chain Bridge Road, Oakton, VA 22124 Phone: 703-938-1234 Fax: 703-938-3327 Web: www.oaktonumc.org Church Office email: oumc@oaktonumc.org Pastor s email: oaktonumcpastor@gmail.com
We celebrate oneness in Christ with everyone around the world. A Full Breath of God s Mercy The mission of OUMC is to: * Know Jesus as Christ * Invite others to follow Him * Develop devoted disciples * Serve those in need Oakton United Methodist Church We re glad you re here!
ORDER OF WORSHIP October 7, 2018 UMH = United Methodist Hymnal FWS = Faith We Sing Hymnal * Please stand if able CHIMING THE HOUR OF WORSHIP (11:00) WELCOME *HYMN OF PRAISE Fairest Lord Jesus UMH NO. 189 *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Today we gather around God's table from near and far: People: We are the People of God! Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Though we differ in language, custom, and tradition: We are brothers and sisters in Christ! For there is one Lord, one faith, and one baptism: We are One in God's Spirit! We are one and together we remember our Lord Jesus: For we are the people of Redemption! He gave himself up for us, so we could be reconciled to God. Come, let us worship the God of our Salvation! INVITATION TO THE TABLE PRAYER OF CONFESSION Lord, on this World Communion Sunday, help us examine our hearts so that we may pay proper respect to Christ's sacrifice on the cross. Thank you for loving us so much that you died for us. Almighty and ever-present God, we confess our sins to you. We are truly sorry for all of our wrongdoings. Forgive us, we pray, in Christ's name.
Empower us to serve you fully, to share the resources we have with those who have less, to weep with those who weep, and to laugh with those who laugh. Help us to be good stewards over the earth that you have placed in our care; help us to unite in love and concern for one another, not just in our local community, but with brothers and sisters in all the world. As we draw near to your holy table we thank you, Lord, for providing the Bread of Life for us. As we partake, impart on us your grace and mercy, unite us with Christ, our Lord, and with one another. May your kingdom be established in all the earth. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE Hear and proclaim the promise of our faith: God does not hold our sin against us. This is the good news: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Thanks be to God! *PASSING OF THE PEACE RESPONDING TO GOD S PRESENCE SONGS OF PRAISE (8:30) MUSIC MINISTRY (11:00) How Great Thou Art Sanctuary Choir OFFERTORY PRAYER GIVING OF GOD S TITHES AND OUR OFFERINGS OFFERTORY *OFFERTORY RESPONSE Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow NO. 95 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above ye heavenly host: praise father, son and holy Ghost. Amen. EXPERIENCING GOD S WORD *HYMN One Bread, One Body UMH No. 620 THE NEW TESTAMENT LESSON Mark 10:1-16 OT Pew Bible Page 45 MESSAGE A Full Breath of God s Mercy Rev. Dawn-Marie Singleton
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING 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 SHARING OF THE BREAD AND CUP During this time, Rev. Dawn-Marie will be at the back of the sanctuary if you wish to be anointed with healing oil. *HYMN OF DEDICATION I Come with Joy NO. 617 THE WORD ON THE STREET Video Presentation by the Youth *BENEDICTION
Thank You to Everyone Who Helped with the Fall Bazaar! Help Those In Need During the Bad Weather: Learn more about where UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) is currently responding to disaster, how they are working with partners, conferences and churches to provide immediate relief, and ways you can help at the following link: https://www.umcor.org/umcor/resources/newsstories/2018/august/umcor-responds-to-current-disasters-around-the-world 100 percent of your donation goes to help those in need! New Class: The Historical Jesus Continues Meeting Wednesdays, 1:30 3:00 p.m. Come and learn things about Jesus you never knew plus some historical background. This is one of the Great Course studies. We ll watch the video and talk about it and learn together. No homework, no prep needed. Just come, soak it in and learn. All are welcome to this class. Questions? Contact Doris Page, oumc@oaktonumc.org/703-938-1234. BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS Sunday, October 14, 2018 3:00 p.m. under the tree in the back parking lot. Oakton United Methodist Church 2951 Chain Bridge Rd Oakton, VA 22124 Bring your pets, large and small. Each pet will be blessed and receive a certificate.
Send Ruth Ebert a Card on Her Birthday: Since early December 2017, Ruth Ebert has resided at the Fairfax Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on Main Street in Fairfax. Ruth's 93rd birthday is Thursday, October 18th. We hope many of you will wish Ruth a happy birthday. Ruth's address and phone number are: 10701 Main St., Room 321 Fairfax, VA 22030 Ruth's direct phone number is 703-934-4710, Extension 3212 "Trunk Or Treat" is around the corner. The Youth need YOUR help. Come sponsor a car (decorating is optional) and be a part of this fun Fall event. Saturday, October 27 th, 4:00-5:30 PM. Tell your friends, invite your neighbors, and BE a part of it. Beginning this week, we will be taking "reservations" so we can know how many cars plan to come and give out candy. If you did it last year, we hope you will come again. This is a great way to get to know our neighbors and fellowship in the community. Do you or your business have something we can use for a raffle? Ideas are welcome. For more information see Savannah Thomas or Ash Rauch. AARP Safe Driver Class at Oakton UMC, Friday, Oct. 26th, 9-1 p.m. and Monday, Oct. 29 th, 9-1 p.m. in the Small Hall. Call 703-591-1847 to register. Check with your auto insurance carrier, you may receive a discount on auto insurance!
Sacred Space: Free Coffee & Community during the last week of each month, Monday & Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. on the porch near the entrance to the office. Have a concern on your heart or a faith question? Prayer request? Just want to meet your neighbors! Come to Sacred Space for a moment of conversation & a little rest from the hustle and bustle of life or simply a place to be still. We welcome church members and friends to come and participate in this outreach ministry! Talk with Rev. Dawn-Marie or Doris. Thank you!