Morning Worship on the Lord s Day January 13, 2019 8:30 am Gathering Welcoming First Time Guests Introit Spirit Song Kim Martin *Call to Worship The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins. God s mercy endures forever. *Hymn UMH 400 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Announcements and Connection Cards Joys and Concerns of the Congregation Call to Prayer Just as I Am Kim Martin Pastoral Prayer 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. *Passing of the Peace of Christ *The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *Gloria Patri UMH 71 *The Children s Hymn UMH 277 Tell Me the Stories of Jesus The Children s Message Anthem I Then Shall Live Kim Martin New Testament Reading John 3:16-17 Pastor Ron Sermon Prevenient Grace Pastor Scott Giving our Tithes, Offerings, and Connection Cards Offertory Majesty Kim Martin *Doxology UMH 94 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! *Prayer of Dedication *Hymn UMH 378 Amazing Grace *Benediction Postlude Father Almighty, Bless Us Flemming Terri Boykin *Indicates Congregation Standing as Able. Hearing Aids, Large Print Bibles, Large Print Hymnals are available. If you need any of these, please see an usher or greeter. Please silence all cell phones. Nursery available; see any of the Greeters to direct or accompany you. If your child attended Children s Church, they may be picked up in Room 125 in the lower level of Building 3.
Membership in the United Methodist Church is open to all who confess Jesus Christ as Lord of their life. We recognize all former church memberships, baptisms or if you are uniting with a church family for the first time. If you desire to make Swansboro United Methodist Church your church family, please indicate so on the Connection Card provided in your pew, indicating the date and service you wish to be received. It makes a difference to have those you can call, my church family. NOTES Worship God, Love One Another, Serve the World Sunday January 13, 2019 8:30 am 665 W Corbett Avenue Swansboro, North Carolina 28584 910 326-4822 www.swansboroumc.org Pastor Scott Dodson: pastorscott@swansboroumc.org Pastor Adam: pastoradam@swansboroumc.org Pastor Ron Gurganus: visitationpastor@swansboroumc.com Director of Student Ministries: Pastor Andrew Harper familyministries@swansboroumc.org Music Director: Merle Epperson music@swansboroumc.org
Morning Worship on the Lord s Day January 13, 2019 11:00 am Gathering Welcoming First Time Guests Introit My Help Comes from the Lord Heather White & Pam Castellano, flute *Call to Worship The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins. God s mercy endures forever. *Hymn UMH 400 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Announcements and Connection Cards Joys and Concerns of the Congregation Call to Prayer I Surrender All Pastoral Prayer 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. *Passing of the Peace of Christ *The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. *Gloria Patri UMH 71 *The Children s Hymn UMH 277 Tell Me the Stories of Jesus The Children s Message Pastor Ron Anthem Majesty Hayford Majesty, worship His majesty; unto Jesus be all glory, honor and praise. Majesty, kingdom authority, flow from His throne unto His own; His anthem raise. So exalt, lift up on high the name of Jesus; magnify, come glorify Christ Jesus the King. Majesty, worship His majesty; Jesus who died, now glorified, King of all Kings. He is Lord, He is Lord; He is risen from the dead and He is Lord. Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee. Holy, Holy, Holy, merciful and mighty! God in Three Persons, blessed Trinity! Majesty, worship His Majesty; unto Jesus be all glory, honor and praise. Majesty, worship His majesty, Jesus who died, now gloried, King of all Kings. New Testament Reading John 3:16-17 Sermon Prevenient Grace Giving our Tithes, Offerings, and Connection Cards Offertory Rainbow of His Love Heather White & Pam Castellano, flute Pastor Scott *Doxology UMH 94 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! *Prayer of Dedication *Hymn UMH 378 Amazing Grace *Benediction Choral Benediction Forth in the Peace of Christ We Go Postlude Father Almighty, Bless Us Flemming Terri Boykin *Indicates Congregation Standing as Able. Hearing Aids, Large Print Bibles, Large Print Hymnals are available. If you need any of these, please see an usher or greeter. Please silence your cell phones. Nursery available: See any of the Greeters to direct or accompany you. If your child attended Children s Church, they may be picked up in Room 125 in the lower level of Building 3.
Membership in the United Methodist Church is open to all who confess Jesus Christ as Lord of their life. We recognize all former church memberships, baptisms or if you are uniting with a church family for the first time. If you desire to make Swansboro United Methodist Church your church family, please indicate so on the Connection Card provided in your pew, indicating the date and service you wish to be received. It makes a difference to have those you can call, my church family. NOTES Worship God, Love One Another, Serve the World Sunday January 13, 2019 11:00 am 665 W Corbett Avenue Swansboro, North Carolina 28584 910 326-4822 www.swansboroumc.org Pastor Scott Dodson: pastorscott@swansboroumc.org Pastor Adam M.Barth: pastoradam@swansboroumc.org Pastor Ron Gurganus: visitationpastor@swansboroumc.org Director of Student Ministries: Pastor Andrew Harper familyministries@swansboroumc.org Music Director: Merle Epperson music@swansboroumc.org
Contemporary Worship January 13, 2019 Opening Song Nursery and Sunday School available; see any of the Greeters to direct or accompany you. Welcome and Announcement Praise & Worship Congregation Prayer Offering and Prayer of Dedication The Reading of God s Word John 3:16-17 Sermon Total Depravity Song of Commitment/Sending Forth (Please Stand) Membership in the United Methodist Church is open to all who confess Jesus Christ as Lord of their life. We recognize all former church memberships, baptisms or if you are uniting with a church family for the first time. If you desire to make Swansboro United Methodist Church your church family, please indicate so on the Connection Card provided in your pew, indicating the date and service you wish to be received. It makes a difference to have those you can call, my church family.
NOTES Worship God, Love One Another, Serve the World Sunday January 13, 2019 9:45 am and 11:15 am 665 W Corbett Avenue Swansboro, North Carolina 28584 910 326-4822 Pastor Scott Dodson: pastorscott@swansboroumc.org Pastor Adam M. Barth: pastoradam@swansboroumc.org Pastor Ron Gurganus: visitationpastor@swansboroumc.org Director of Student Ministries: Pastor Andrew Harper familyministries@swansboroumc.org Music Director: Merle Epperson music@swansboroumc.org
This Week at SUMC Sunday January 13, 2019 8:30 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 9:45 am Beacon Worship Service (Ministry Center) 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 11:15 am Beacon Worship Service (Ministry Center) 4:00 pm Celebration Rehearsal (Choir room) 4:30 pm Confirmation Class (Bldg 1, Old Fellowship Hall-AA Rm) 4:30 pm Sunday Night Activities (AssblyHall,Rms208,217,221,223, Kitchen, 10, 14) 4:30 pm UMKids (Bldg 1, Choir Rm, Rms 10, 14) 4:30 pm MOPS Meeting (Bldg 1, Rm 27) 4:30 pm Small Group: Ezekiel (Bldg 1, Library) Monday January 14, 2019 7:00 am Emmaus Reunion Group (Men) (Bldg 1, Rm 27) 8:15 am Emmaus Reunion Group (Women) (Bldg 1, Rm 29) 6:30 pm Handbell Choir Rehearsal (Bldg 2, Sanctuary) 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Bldg 1, Choir Room) Tuesday January 15, 2019 4:00 pm Worship Committee Meeting (Bldg 1, Rm 13) 6:30 pm Teen Community Bible Study (Assembly Hall) Wednesday January 16, 2019 7:30 am Men s Bible Study (Bldg 1, Rm 13) 9:30 am Worship Planning Meeting (Bldg 1, Library) 10:30 am Church Staff Meeting (Bldg 1, Library) 11:30 am SAM Lunch & Activity (Assembly Hall) 6:30 pm Beacon Worship Band Rehearsal (Assembly Hall) Thursday January 17, 2019 10:00 am Study on Prayer (Bldg 1, Library) 4:00 pm Bible Study Session 1: Peacemaking (Bldg 1, Library) 6:30 pm Bible Study Session 2: Peacemaking (Bldg 1, Library) Friday January 18, 2019 Saturday January 19, 2019 9:00 am Leadership Training (Assembly Hall) Thank you to all who have made a financial contribution this year. If you have not done so, please submit your 2019 Es mate of Giving by the end of the month. You may do so by placing your card in the offering plate during worship service, returning the card to the church office, or emailing Carol Ferry at finance@swansboroumc.org. ANNOUNCEMENTS Two New Classes beginning in January. "Called to Peacemaking: Christ's Peace--Our Peace" The ideal of peace/reality of war, from a Biblical perspective and Christian history...aiming toward a personal response to Christ's call to peacemaking. Six weeks, with two identical classes on Thursdays (4 and 6:30 p.m.) beginning Jan. 17 th in Bldg 1, Room 25 (Library). Leader: Jim Brewster Winter Reading: The Book of Joy, by Archbishop Tutu and the Dalai Lama. After more than fifty years of exile and the violence of oppression, these two Nobel Peace Prize winners discuss the nature of true joy. Six weeks, Friday mornings, 9:30-11:00 beginning Jan. 25 th in Bldg 1, Rm 25 (Library). Leader: Jim Brewster There will be a Study on Prayer based on a book tled The Prayer Coin by Elisa Morgan beginning Thursday, January 17-February 21 from 10:00am- 11:30am in Bldg 1, Library. The focus of the study will be based on Jesus prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. The book is available via Amazon or Discovery House for $12-15. For more info, contact Susan Finch, 864-419- 7889. Teachers: Susan Finch and Angela Weaver The class studying the book of Ezekiel in the Old Testament will start today in Bldg 1, Library from 4:30-6:30. It will be taught by Cheryl Epperson. Sam Luncheon & Activity will be held on Wednesday, January 16 in the Assembly Hall. Please call Anne in the church office to sign up or go online to the church website to register online. There will be a Membership 101 class on Saturday, January 26 from 8:30 am- 11:30am in Bldg 1, Rm 27. Please register with Pastor Adam by calling the church office at 910 326-4822 or email pastoradam@swansboroumc.org. 2018 Year End Contributions All contributions received in the church office by noon, Dec 28th or in the Sunday offering on Dec 30th will be reflected on 2018 contribution statements. Online contributions will need to be submitted no later than Dec 27, 2018. Any contributions received after this time will be reflected on the 2019 contribution statements. The church office will be open on Dec 28th from 9-12 for anyone wanting to drop off contributions. 2018 contribution statements will be mailed by Jan 15, 2019.
PRAYER CONCERNS Members: David & Charlie Krawchuk, Janice Bean, Beth Lenthall, Barbara Brown, Sheryle Kinney, Eldean Truax, Nolan Hernandez, Hal Silver, Beth Lenthall, Amy Dodson, Jan Cutler, Shirley Lynn*, Shelton Kellum, Dick McLeish, Mary Bergazzi, Sara Bergazzi, Sylvia Sylvester*, Peg Fredeen* (*shut in), Phil & Brock Smith Friends & Family: Nancy Hewitt, Janice Rice, Patti Fritz, Al McCulloch, Brandon Bachik, Larry Smith, Myra Johnson, Rick Haner, Charlotte Jones, Kitty Askins, Peter Orwat, Sharon Kanavel, Vicki Clift, Angela Adams, Eric Hart, Lavonne Bartol, Devin Seibel, Derek Hodsdon, Cathy Hodsdon, Dr. O Schindelar, David Pinsky, Tucker Talley, Charlie Pake, Pat Salair, Madeleine & Sam Hobbs & Family, Brandon Bachik Deployed Military: Nicholas Sweet, Dirk Caldwell, Brian Baldini, Craig Sampsel, James Pidgeon III, Martha Stolzenberg, Michael P. Smith, Lance Young, Cooper Redfearn, Scott Harper Jr.*, Erik Werhner (*Church Member) The prayer focus for this week is One Harbor and ReachGlobal. ReachGlobal has been working with One Harbor to help Morehead City rebuild a er the hurricane and we were blessed this past week to have a work team from that wonderful partnership work in our Fellowship Hall. Pray for their con nued efforts to help people rebuild that they may feel God's strength and that those they minister to feel God's pa ence and comfort. Also, con nued prayers for all s ll dealing with the a ermath of Hurricane Florence - it will be a long road for our community and many others. OUR PRESENCE Sunday, January 6, 2019 8:30 169 9:45 193 11:00 180 11:15 96 OUR GIFTS In memory of Roberta Maness given by Harold & Louise Fulp In memory of Ruth Hokum given by Carrie Freshwater In memory of Michael Taylor given by Carrie Freshwater In memory of Margaret Lloyd given by Carrie Freshwater The Chancel Flowers are given to the glory of God PRAISE THE LORD The SUMM cooked almost 16,000 jars of peanuts in 2018! Roof and Fellowship Hall repairs Terri Boykin and her ministry as our new pianist/organist. We ve raised $114,244 towards the $448,000 in hurricane damages. Financial Status at a Glance Month ending - December 2018 Total Givings Expenses $1,393,727 $1,340,899 FINANCIAL REPORT Financial Dec 2018 Month End Year to Date Tithing and Gifts $115,096 $991,884 $20 Fellowship Fund & $25,105 $174,286 Building Gifts Transfer in from $20 Fellowship Fund Savings $ 2,734 $ 95,841 Childcare Contribution $ 0 $70,000 Transfer from $35,000 $50,791 Catastrophic Reserve Conference Assistance $10,965 $10,965 Total Income: $186,166 $ 1,393,727 Less Expenses: $146,761 $ 1,340,899 Net: $ 39,405 $ 52,827 OUR SERVICE Nursery Jan 6 8:30 11:00 Children s Church Jan 6 8:30 Joanne Scholl 11:00 Ava Lamonica Acolytes Jan 6 8:30 Laura Hartman, Addie Gladwell 11:00 Brayton Lenthall, Caty Lenthall, Aaron Castellano Prayer Room 8:30 9:45 11:00 ~ Dee Hoover
Adult Education Adult Sunday School Meet at 9:45 am Every Sunday 1. JOY Class Contact: Marilyn Boyce msjboyce@gmail.com a. Current Study: The Gospel in Miniature by Martin Copenhaver. These are short meditations on the New Testament which evoke a lot of thought, discussion, and sometimes laughter and tears as we seek to live into what we say we believe. We believe in a healthy respect for each other s beliefs since there are differences among us. Speaking up in class is entirely optional. We have some people who offer their thoughts a lot and some who never say anything, and either is fine along with anything in between. Our study will probably last until the fall unless we take a break and do a Lenten study. b. Location: Bldg 1, Fellowship Hall 2. Seekers Class Contact: Ray Bihary rajbihary@yahoo.com a. Current Study: This class studies scripture through Cokesbury materials a Daily Bible Study by the Uniform Series. This winter quarter s reading is Our Love for God. From December 31 February 24, the class will look at Loving God by Trusting Christ and Love Songs that Glorify God. b. Location: Bldg 1, Rm 27 3. Emmaus Class Contact: Bren Feutz brenfeutz1@yahoo.com a. Current Study: Practicing Basic Spiritual Disciplines by Charles F. Stanley. This class goes at its own pace it could be one lesson per week or one lesson for three weeks. This class always does a special study for Lent and Advent as well. The last advent study was on Joseph by Adam Hamilton. b. Location: Bldg 1, Rm 29 4. Cheers Class Contact: Amy Dodson adodson@nc.rr.com a. Current Study: This class uses a book of Bible stories with the leader telling the story and guiding discussion each week. It is very much about life application and are currently in the book of Acts. b. Location: Bldg 1, Rm 13 5. Logos Class Contact: Betty Tidquist tidquistb@aol.com a. Current Study: An in depth look at the Apostles Creed b. Location: Bldg 1, Rm 25 (Library) 6. Sojourners Class Contact: Harold Fulp (252) 393-2065 a. Current Study: The Gospel of Luke. This class selects a book of the Bible to study and when finished, they decide on what book to do next. b. Location: Bldg 1, Rm 21 (Choir Room) 1
Adult Classes/Bible Studies 1. "Called to Peacemaking: Christ's Peace--Our Peace" Contact: Jim Brewster jamesbrew@juno.com a. Description: The ideal of peace/reality of war, from a Biblical perspective and Christian history...aiming toward a personal response to Christ's call to peacemaking. b. Class Start: January 17, 2019 c. Class Length: Six weeks (Jan 17 Feb 21) d. Meeting Times: Two identical classes on Thursdays at 4 pm and 6:30 p.m. e. Place: Bldg 1, Room 25 (Library) 2. Winter Reading: The Book of Joy, by Archbishop Tutu and the Dalai Lama. Contact: Jim Brewster jamesbrew@juno.com a. Description: After more than fifty years of exile and the violence of oppression, these two Nobel Peace Prize winners discuss the nature of true joy. b. Class Start: January 25, 2019 c. Class Length: Six weeks (Jan 25 Mar 1) d. Meeting Time: Friday mornings from 9:30 am -11:00 am e. Place: Bldg 1, Rm 25 (Library). Leader: Jim Brewster 3. The Prayer Coin by Elisa Morgan Contact: Susan Finch (864) 419-7889 a. Description: A study on prayer based on Jesus prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane b. Class Start: January 17, 2019 c. Class Length: January 17 February 21, 2019 d. Meeting Time: Thursday mornings from 10:00 am 11:30 am e. Place: Bldg 1, Rm 25 (Library) 4. Ezekiel Bible Study Contact: Cheryl Epperson (910) 326-6063 a. Description: An in-depth study of the Book of Ezekiel from multiple perspectives, not only to the Jewish exiles in Babylon, but also its application to believers today. The presentation and discussion will make the ancient prophesies come alive. b. Class Start: January 13, 2019 c. Class Length: January 13 April 7, 2019 d. Meeting Time: Sunday evenings from 4:30 pm 6:30 pm e. Place: Bldg 1, Rm 25 (Library) 2