CELEBRATION OF MINISTRY THE ORDER FOR COMMISSIONING AND ORDINATION with The Giving and Receiving of Appointments 2010 Session of the Indiana Conference The United Methodist Church Emens Auditorium Ball State University Muncie, Indiana Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:00 a.m.
ENTRANCE PRELUDE Breathe Marie Barnett, arr. Steve Dunn Free At Last arr. Jeffrey Honoré Canon of Praise Sarah Hart Lead Kindly Light John Dykes, arr. Mack Wilberg Small Things Allen Pote Bwana Asifiwe (Praise the Lord!) Trad. Swahili, arr. Cathy Mockelbust Fanfare and Processional on All Creatures of Our God and King Geistliche Kirchengesänge, arr. Camp Kirkland Orchestra, Robert Zehr, Director Chancel Choir, Mark Squire, Director Children s Choirs, Debra Nethercott, Director Wesleyan Ringers, Michael Keller, Director Charles Manning, Organist St. Luke s United Methodist Church, Indianapolis, Indiana A TIME OF PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING CHORAL INTROIT Festive Introit Charles H. Goehring *PROCESSIONAL HYMNS All Hail the Power of Jesus Name All hail the power of Jesus name! Let angels prostrate fall, let angels prostrate fall; bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him, crown him, crown him, crown him, and crown him Lord of all. Ye chosen seed of Israel s race, ye ransomed from the fall, ye ransomed from the fall, hail him who saves you by his grace, and crown him, crown him, crown him, crown him, and crown him Lord of all. Sinners, whose love can ne er forget the worm-wood and the gall, the worm-wood and the gall, go spread your trophies at his feet, and crown him, crown him, crown him, crown him, and crown him Lord of all. Let every kindred every tribe on this terrestrial ball, on this terrestrial ball, to him all majesty ascribe, and crown him, crown him, crown him, crown him, and crown him Lord of all. Crown him, ye martyrs of your God, who from his altar call, who from his altar call; extol the Stem of Jesse s Rod, and crown him, crown him, crown him, crown him, and crown him Lord of all. O that with yonder sacred throng we at his feet may fall, we at his feet may fall! We ll join the everlasting song, and crown him, crown him, crown him, crown him, and crown him Lord of all. *Please stand as you are able. Words: Edward Perronet Music: James Ellor Tune: Diadem
*GREETING AND PRAYER The Reverend John Groves Chair, Board of Ordained Ministry The grace of Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. We come together to praise God, to hear the Holy Word, and to seek for ourselves and others the power, presence, and direction of the Holy Spirit. Let us pray: Eternal God, by Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit you gave to your apostles many excellent gifts. Give your grace to all servants of your church, that we may with diligence and faithfulness fulfill our various ministries. Grant that we your people may follow where you lead, perfect our ministries, and live in joyful obedience to your will, through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen. The people remain standing. RECOGNITION OF OUR COMMON MINISTRY The bishop, standing near a vessel of water, begins: Bishop Michael J. Coyner Ministry is the work of God, done by the people of God. Through baptism all Christians are made part of the priesthood of all believers, the Church, Christ's body, made visible in the world. We all share in Christ's ministry of love and service for the redemption of the human family and the whole of creation. Therefore, in celebration of our common ministry, I call upon all God's people gathered here: The Bishop scoops and pours water from the font saying: Remember your baptism and be thankful. We remember our baptism and affirm our common ministry. The people are seated. THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Evangeline Garnet Curtis, daughter of Adriane and Shawn Curtis Lydia Maria Jacobson, daughter of Nick and Crystal Jacobson Ezekiel Owen Jacobson, son of Nick and Crystal Jacobson
PRESENTATION Representing the Laity and the Board of Ordained Ministry: Laypersons: Kayc Mykrantz and Ike Williams Conference Lay Leaders On behalf of the laity of the local congregations who have examined and approved these candidates, Member of the Board of Ordained Ministry The Reverend John W. Hartman Vice-Chair, Board of Ordained Ministry and on behalf of the Boards of Ordained Ministry in the Indiana Conference which have recommended and approved these persons, we present to you these persons to be commissioned into ministry in Christ s holy Church: Each candidate stands when his or her name is read. Bessie Narbell Adams Daniel Seunghyun Cho James William Clark Christopher Stephen Gadlage Lauren Hall Anthony Joseph Hunley Jacob William Juncker Kimberly Jean King Matthew Wayne Landry William George Nickrand Damon Louis Soper Anthony David Stone Gregory Wayne Waggoner Donna Ward Presented by a deacon: The Reverend Jennifer Pollard Chair, Order of Deacons I present to you these persons to be ordained deacons: Julie Ann Macy Mary Beth Morgan Sheri Dawn Rohrer Presented by an elder: The Reverend Timothy W. Burchill Chair, Order of Elders I present to you these persons to be ordained elders: Dennis Charles Adams Kevin David Reed Karen L. Bray LeKisha LaShawn Marie Reed Ted W. Chalk David Paul Scifres Kevin G. DeKoninck Ann Goodall Spahr Rebecca Ann Fisher Jerald Eugene Turner Douglas Bradford Garrett Cornelis Eduard van Wijk Alexander Grady Hershey Mary Elizabeth van Wijk Warren Charles Kirk III Wesley Brent Wright David Meid Marty Kevin Alden Wrigley Walter Robert Preusz After the candidates have been presented, all candidates remain standing.
The bishop says: These persons are, by God's grace, to be commissioned, recognized or ordained to ministry in Christ s holy church. Those authorized by the Church to inquire about them have discerned that they are persons of sound learning and of Christian character, possess the necessary signs of God's grace, and have demonstrated a profound commitment to serve Jesus Christ. Therefore, we believe them to be duly called to serve God. We ask you, people of God, to declare your assent to the commissioning, recognition, or ordination of these persons. Do you trust that they are worthy, by God's grace, to be commissioned, recognized, or ordained? We do! Thanks be to God! Will you uphold them in their ministry? With God's help, we will! All members of the Order of Deacons and the Order of Elders stand as bishop addresses them. As members of the Order of Deacons and the Order of Elders, you are reminded today of your own ordination vows. I ask that each of you personally reaffirm those vows. Do you believe yourself to be called by God to the Order in which you serve? I do! Thanks be to God! And as members of the Order of Deacons and the Order of Elders, will you nurture, encourage and pray for these candidates who seek commissioning? And will you receive these candidates for ordination into your respective orders, that together you may live out your mutual calling by God? We will! All are seated except the bishop and the candidates for commissioning and ordination.
THE GENERAL EXAMINATION The bishop addresses all the candidates for commissioning and ordination: My sisters and brothers in Christ, you have been called to a commissioned or an ordained ministry. The Church now confirms your calling. As commissioned or ordained ministers, you are to be co-workers with the laity, bishops, deacons, diaconal ministers, deaconesses, home missioners, commissioned ministers, local pastors and elders. Remember that you are called to serve rather than to be served, to proclaim the faith of the Church and no other, to look after the concerns of God above all. So that we may know that you believe yourselves to be called by God and that you profess the Christian faith, we ask you: Do you believe that God has called you to the life and work of commissioned or ordained ministry? I do so believe. Do you believe in the Triune God, and confess Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? I do so believe and confess. Are you persuaded that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments contain all things necessary for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, and are the unique and authoritative standard for the Church's faith and life? I am so persuaded, by God's grace. Will you be faithful in prayer, in the study of the Holy Scriptures, and with the help of the Holy Spirit continually rekindle the gift of God that is in you? I will, with the help of God. Will you do your best to pattern your life in accordance with the teachings of Christ? I will, with the help of God.
Will you, in the exercise of your ministry, lead the people of God to faith in Jesus Christ, to participate in the life and work of the community, and to seek peace, justice, and freedom for all people? I will, with the help of God. Will you be loyal to The United Methodist Church, accepting its order, liturgy, doctrine, and discipline, defending against all doctrines contrary to God s Holy Word, and committing yourself to be accountable with those serving with you, and to the bishop and those who are appointed to supervise your ministry? I will, with the help of God. The bishop addresses all the candidates: May God, who has given you the will to do these things, give you grace to perform them, that the work begun in you may be brought to perfection. All attending affirm the action, saying: Amen! All are seated. OFFERING The offering collected will be given to the Cabinet Emergency Fund for Pastoral Families. ANTHEM I Was Glad When They Said Unto Me C. Hubert H. Parry
PROCLAMATION AND RESPONSE OLD TESTAMENT LESSON Isaiah 6:1-8 David E. Martin President, United Methodist Men In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lofty; and the hem of his robe filled the temple. Seraphs were in attendance above him; each had six wings: with two they covered their faces, and with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew. And one called to another and said: Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory. The pivots on the thresholds shook at the voices of those who called, and the house filled with smoke. And I said: Woe is me! I am lost, for I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips; yet my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts! Then one of the seraphs flew to me, holding a live coal that had been taken from the altar with a pair of tongs. The seraph touched my mouth with it and said: now that this has touched your lips, your guilt has departed and your sin is blotted out. Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? And I said, Here I am; send me! READING FROM THE PSALTER Psalm 46 Response: Jessica Wilfong Representing United Methodist Youth God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with its tumult. There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High. God is in the midst of the city which shall not be moved; God will help it at the dawn of the day. The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; God s voice resounds, the earth melts. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. R
Come, behold the works of the Lord, who has wrought desolations in the earth; who makes wars cease to the end of the earth, breaks the bow, shatters the spear, and burns the shields with fire! Be still, and know that I am God. I am exulted among the nations, I am exulted in the earth! The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob our Refuge. R EPISTLE LESSON II Corinthians 6: 1-10 The Reverend Don Ransford President, Fellowship of Local Pastors and Associate Members As we work together with Christ, we urge you also not to accept the grace of God in vain. For he says, At an acceptable time I have listened to you, and on a day of salvation I have helped you. See, now is the acceptable time; see, now is the day of salvation! We are putting no obstacle in anyone s way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry, but as servants of God we have commended ourselves in every way; through great endurance, in afflictions, hardships, calamities, beatings, imprisonments, riots, labors, sleepless nights, hunger; by purity, knowledge, patience, kindness, holiness of spirit, genuine love, truthful speech, and the power of God; with the weapons of righteousness for the right hand and for the left; in honor and dishonor, in ill repute and good repute. We are treated as impostors, and yet are true; as unknown, and yet we are well known; as dying, and see we are alive; as punished, and yet not killed; as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing everything. ANTHEM Shine On Me Spiritual, arr. Rollo Dilworth *GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 28:16-20 Jeanie Park President, United Methodist Women Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. The people are seated.
SERMON "Do Not Trifle" Bishop Michael J. Coyner *THE NICENE CREED The Reverend Cynthia Reynolds Chair, Indiana Conference Cabinet We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in the one holy catholic and apostolic church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. *RESPONSE Come, Thou Almighty King To thee, great One in Three, eternal praises be, hence, evermore. Thy sovereign majesty may we in glory see, and to eternity love and adore! Words: Anonymous Music: Felice de Giardini All are seated except the candidates for commissioning.
EXAMINATION OF PERSONS BEING COMMISSIONED The bishop addresses the congregation: By affirming the covenant of baptism, all members of Christ s holy church pledge to serve as Christ s representatives in the world. Christ gave all of us this command: "Ask the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into his harvest." We have asked, and the Lord has answered. These candidates know our Savior's concern for God's people, see the plentiful harvest, and are ready to respond generously to the Lord in the words of the prophet: "Here I am, send me." Urged on by the love of Christ and strengthened by the Holy Spirit, they come to declare in public their desire to live out the covenant made at their baptism by binding themselves to the service of God under the supervision of the bishop and the guidance of ordained colleagues, and by being appointed to share as servant leaders in the body of Christ. Today we commission them to service as they continue to prepare for ordained ministry among us. PRAYER OF COMMISSIONING WITH LAYING ON OF HANDS The bishop, extending arms over the candidates, prays: God of the apostles and prophets, of the martyrs and teachers, you raise up men and women to be apostolic leaders in your church. By your Holy Spirit, help these, your servants, to understand and live the mystery of your love with boldness and joy. Deepen their sense of purpose as they exercise commissioned ministry. Empower them and those who will walk with them to guide their ministry, together with all of your people, to heal the sick, love the outcast, resist evil, preach the Word, and give themselves freely for your name s sake.
Family members and friends are invited to stand where they are for silent prayer during the laying on of hands. The bishop, laying both hands upon the shoulder of the candidates, prays: Pour out your Holy Spirit upon Name. Send him/her now to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ, to announce the reign of God, and to equip the church for ministry In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. A United Methodist Book of Worship and a cross are presented to each commissioned minister. ANTHEM Here I Am, Lord Schutte, arr. Craig Courtney EXAMINATION OF DEACONS The candidates for ordination as deacon stand as the bishop addresses them. A deacon is called to share in Christ s ministry of servanthood, to relate the life of the community to its service in the world, to lead others into Christian discipleship, to nurture disciples for witness and service, to lead in worship, to teach and proclaim God s Word, to assist elders and appointed local pastors at Holy Baptism and Holy Communion, to interpret to the church the world s hurts and hopes, to serve all people, particularly the poor, the sick, and the oppressed, and to lead Christ s people in ministries of compassion and justice, liberation and reconciliation, even in the face of hardship and personal sacrifice. These are the duties of a deacon. Do you believe that you have been called by God to the life and work of a deacon? I do so believe. Will you, for the sake of the Church s life and mission covenant to participate in the Order of Deacons? Will you give yourself to God through the Order of Deacons in order to sustain and build each other up in prayer, study, worship and service? I will, with the help of God, and with the help of my sisters and brothers in the order of deacons.
LAYING ON OF HANDS AND PRAYER FOR DEACONS The bishop calls the people to prayer: As these persons are ordained by God and the church for the ministry of deacons to which we believe they have been called by the Holy Spirit, let us pray for them. The people pray in silence. The bishop, with hands extended over the candidates being ordained, prays: We thank you, Living God, that in your great love you sent Jesus Christ, to take the form of a servant, becoming obedient even to death on the cross, and now resurrected and exalted in the heavens. You have taught us, by his word and example, that whoever would be great among us must be servant of all. Give this servant grace to be faithful to her promises, constant in her discipleship, and always ready for works of loving service. Make her modest and humble, gentle and strong, rooted and grounded in love. Give her a share in the ministry of Jesus Christ, who came not to be served but to serve. Each candidate is invited to kneel before the bishop. The bishop, and other deacons, lay hands on the head of the candidate. Family members and friends are invited to stand where they are for silent prayer during the laying on of hands. The bishop prays: Almighty God, pour upon Name the Holy Spirit for the office and work of a deacon. Amen. The candidate places hands on a Bible, as the bishop says: Name, take authority as a deacon to proclaim the Word of God, and to lead God's people to serve in the world. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. A deacon s stole is placed on each deacon.
*HYMN Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart Spirit of God, descend upon my heart; wean it from earth; through all its pulses move; stoop to my weakness, mighty as thou art, and make me love thee as I ought to love. Teach me to feel that thou art always nigh; teach me the struggles of the soul to bear. To check the rising doubt, the rebel sigh, teach me the patience of unanswered prayer. Teach me to love thee as thine angels love, one holy passion filling all my frame; the kindling of the heaven-descended Dove, my heart an altar, and thy love the flame. Words: George Croly Music: Frederick C. Atkinson All are seated except the candidates for ordination. The bishop addresses the candidates: EXAMINATION OF ELDERS An elder is called to share in the ministry of Christ and of the whole Church: to preach and teach the Word of God and faithfully administer the Sacraments of Holy Baptism and Holy Communion; to lead the people of God in worship and prayer; to lead persons to faith in Jesus Christ; to exercise pastoral supervision, order the life of the congregation, counsel the troubled, and declare the forgiveness of sin; to lead the people of God in obedience to mission in the world, to seek justice, peace, and freedom for all people; and to take a responsible place in the government of the Church and in service in and to the community. These are the duties of an elder. Do you believe that God has called you to the life and work of an elder? I do so believe. Will you, for the sake of the Church's life and mission covenant to participate in the Order of Elders? Will you give yourself to God through the Order of Elders in order to sustain and build each other up in prayer, study, worship, and service? I will, with the help of God, and the help of my sisters and brothers in the order of elders.
LAYING ON OF HANDS AND PRAYER FOR ELDERS The bishop calls the people to prayer, saying: As these persons are ordained by God and the church for the ministry of elders to which we believe they have been called by the Holy Spirit, let us pray for them. The people pray for them in silence. The bishop, with hands extended over those being ordained, prays: We praise you, eternal God, because you have called us to be a priestly people, offering to you acceptable worship through Jesus Christ, Apostle and High Priest, Shepherd and Bishop of our souls. We thank you that, by dying, Christ has overcome death and, having ascended into heaven, has poured forth gifts abundantly on your people, making some apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, to build up Christ's body, and to fulfill your gracious purpose in the world. Give to these your servants the grace and power they need to serve you in this ministry, Make them faithful pastors, patient teachers, and wise counselors. Empower them to serve without reproach, to proclaim the gospel of salvation, to administer the sacraments of the new covenant, and to offer with all your people spiritual sacrifices acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Savior, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Each candidate is invited to kneel before the bishop. The bishop, and other elders, lay hands on the head of the candidate. Family members and friends are invited to stand where they are for silent prayer during the laying on of hands. The bishop prays: Almighty God, pour upon Name the Holy Spirit for the office and work of an elder in Christ s holy church. Amen. The candidate places hands on a Bible as the bishop lays hands on the hands of the ordinand and says: Name, take authority as an elder to preach the Word of God, to administer the Holy Sacraments. and to order the life of the Church in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. An elder's stole is placed on each elder.
HYMN Have Thine Own Way, Lord Have thine own way, Lord! Have thine own way! Thou art the potter; I am the clay. Mold me and make me after thy will, while I am waiting, yielded and still. Words: Adelaide A. Pollard Music: George C. Stebbins INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN MINISTRY WORDS OF INVITATION Bishop Michael J. Coyner HYMN Have Thine Own Way, Lord Have thine own way, Lord! Have thine own way! Search me and try me, Savior today! Wash me just now, Lord, wash me just now, as in thy presence humbly I bow. Have thine own way, Lord! Have thine own way! Wounded and weary, help me I pray! Power, all power, surely is thine! Touch me and heal me, Savior divine! Have thine own way, Lord! Have thine own way! Hold o er my being absolute sway. Fill with thy Spirit till all shall see Christ only, always, living in me! Words: Adelaide A. Pollard Music: George C. Stebbins HYMN Where He Leads Me I can hear my Savior calling, I can hear my Savior calling, I can hear my Savior calling, Take thy cross and follow, follow me. Where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow; I ll go with him, with him all the way. I ll go with him through the garden, I ll go with him through the garden, I ll go with him through the garden, I ll go with him, with him all the way. Where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow; I ll go with him, with him all the way. I ll go with him through the judgment, I ll go with him through the judgment, I ll go with him through the judgment, I ll go with him, with him all the way. Where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow; I ll go with him, with him all the way. He will give me grace and glory, he will give me grace and glory, he will give me grace and glory, and go with me, with me all the way. Where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow, where he leads me I will follow; I ll go with him, with him all the way. Words: E.W. Blandy Music: John S. Norris
HYMN Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior Pass me not, O gentle Savior, hear my humble cry; while on others thou art calling, do not pass me by. Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry; while on others thou art calling, do not pass me by. Let me at thy throne of mercy find a sweet relief, kneeling there in deep contrition; help my unbelief. Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry; while on others thou art calling, do not pass me by. Trusting only in thy merit, would I seek thy face; heal my wounded, broken spirit, save me by thy grace. Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry; while on others thou art calling, do not pass me by. Thou the spring of all my comfort, more than life to me, whom have I on earth beside thee? Whom in heaven by thee? Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry; while on others thou art calling, do not pass me by. Words: Fanny J. Crosby Muxid: William H. Doane PASSING THE MANTLE PRESENTATION OF THOSE RETIRING The Reverend Toni Carmer Conference Relations Chair, Board of Ordained Ministry Jim Abbott Laura Ann Jones Hugh W. Severance Dennis Alstott Jeffrey C. Jones Thomas B. Shanahan Daniel R. Barker Harold L. Klinker Patrick J. Sinnott Diane M. Barrett David Kyle Leonard F. Sjogren Marcia Faye Carpenter Richard E. Lyth Donald R. Smith Roy E. Carpenter Chris B. Madison Alvin F. Smith Nancy Harmon Chizmar Kenneth R. Mahan Doris E. Smith Robert A. Church Judith A. Marshall Larry L. Smith Marilyn Couger Mary E. McGawn James E. Taylor George William Craddock James E. Miller Thomas L. True Mark A. Day Joe L. Mitchell Don A. Viviano Linda Dolby Karen M. Morrow Roger A. Walby C. William Farmer Robert L. Ostermeier Jon B. Walters Philip R. Granger David L. Overmyer Dennis R. White Malcolm B. Greene H. Thomas Pitcher Donald A. Wilson John D. Hall Timothy A. Rasmussen Jean V. Wilson Rosa E. Harris D. Alan Rumble John E. Windell John W. Hartman Michael A. Rynkiewich Glenda Woodcox Ann Hutchins-Case R. Edward Scherer-Berry Kenneth J. Wooden Myron K. James Patrick J. Schonbachler The retirees stand as their names are read.
THE PASSING OF THE TOWEL AND BASIN On behalf of the Retiring Class: The Reverend Ann Hutchins-Case, Deacon It is with faith in the steadfast love of God that we pass this towel and basin, symbols of servant ministry into your waiting hands. May you be faithful in proclaiming the Word of God, empowered in leading God s people to lives of service in the world, and constant in your devotion and unwavering dedication to your call. Received by the newly ordained Deacon on behalf of the Order of Deacons: The Reverend Julie Ann Macy We accept your challenge and gladly receive the towel and basin, symbols of the service to which we have been called. By our service we hope to honor the foundations you have laid for us and faithfully continue the ministry of calling the church to faithful discipleship as followers of Jesus the Christ. THE PASSING OF THE MANTLE On behalf of the Retiring Class: The Reverend Thomas L. True It is with faith in the steadfast love of God that we pass this stole of service into your waiting hands. Be constant in your devotion and unwavering in your faithful service. Received by a newly ordained Elder on behalf of the Order of Elders: The Reverend C. Eduard van Wijk We accept your challenge and gladly take up the stole of service to the end that every knee shall bow and every tongue confess Jesus as the Christ. By our service we hope to honor the foundations you have laid for us. All Clergy and Laity: We, being many, are One Body in Christ, and every one members of one another. In our unity we pray that God will continue to teach us to love one another for the sake of Christ's service in the world.
SENDING FORTH THE RECEIVING AND READING OF APPOINTMENTS The Bishop shall say to each Superintendent in order: Bishop: Are the appointments in your district correct as printed? Each Superintendent shall respond in the affirmative or note needed changes. Bishop: Are the Appointments to Extension Ministries, to Attend School and Appointments to Other Annual Conferences correct as printed? Any changes are noted. Bishop: Will all those receiving appointments please stand? By the authority vested in me as a United Methodist Bishop, I solemnly declare the appointments for the Indiana Conference for the year 2010-2011 to be fixed as printed (and corrected). As your Bishop and Cabinet, we have recognized our frailties and have asked constantly for God's direction. My brothers and sisters, do you accept the place of service in the Church of our Lord to which you are now appointed? *All to Be Appointed: (Ordained, Commissioned, Diaconal Ministers and Local Pastors) In commitment and renewal to my covenant as a clergy person in The United Methodist Church, I now reverently accept my appointment with a glad mind and will, and pray that I shall be worthy of my call to the ministry, my conference relationship, and the place of labor to which I have been appointed. Bishop: Will all the lay members and alternate lay members please stand? Dear brothers and sisters, we rejoice and give thanks for you who represent 1,064 pastoral charges and 196,129 members of our conference. We are grateful for your presence here and your dedicated leadership in your local church. Do you now, on behalf of your church, accept those who have been appointed as your spiritual leaders? *Laity: Recognizing our needs for guidance and the care of those who are called of God and prepared to preach the gospel, to administer the sacraments, to give administrative leadership in our churches, and to equip us for our ministry in the world, we gladly accept our Deacons, Elders, Commissioned Ministers, Diaconal Ministers and Local Pastors, as well as District Superintendents, Conference Staff, and those in other Appointments Beyond the Local Church. We pledge to them our cooperation, love and support, as together we strive to fulfill the mission God has given to the church.
*PRAYER The bishop addresses the congregation: Let us pray. We thank you, gracious God, for raising up among us faithful servants. Clothe them with your righteousness, and grant that we, with them, may glorify you by giving ourselves to others. Amen. *SENDING FORTH TO SERVICE Bishop Michael J. Coyner The Reverend Sheri Dawn Rohrer The Bishop blesses the people: The grace of Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you always. A newly ordained deacon dismisses the people, saying: Go in peace to serve God and your neighbor in all that you do. We are sent in Christ s name. Thanks be to God! *RECESSIONAL HYMN Go Make of All Disciples Go, make of all disciples. We hear the call, O Lord, that comes from thee, our Father, in thy eternal Word. Inspire our ways of learning through earnest, fervent prayer, and let our daily living reveal thee everywhere. Go, make of all disciples, baptizing in the name of Father, Son, and Spirit, from age to age the same. We call each new disciple to follow thee, O Lord, redeeming soul and body by water and the Word. Go, make of all disciples. We at thy feet would stay until each life s vocation accents thy holy way. We cultivate the nature God plants in every heart, revealing in our witness the master teacher s art. Go, make of all disciples. We welcome thy command. Lo, I am with you always. We take thy guiding hand. The task looms large before us; we follow without fear; in heaven and earth thy power shall bring God s kingdom here. Words: Leon M. Adkins Music: Henry T. Smart
POSTLUDE Majesty Hayford, arr. Richard Kingsmore St. Luke s Orchestra Intrada Grayston Ives Charles Manning, Organist The ordinands and commissioned ministers will receive family and friends following the service. ORDER OF PROCESSION Cross Bible Marshals Commissioned Candidates Deacon Candidates Elder Candidates Board of Ordained Ministry Persons Participating in Laying on of Hands District Superintendents Service Participants Bishop's Banner Bishop Michael J. Coyner