Please keep these people in your thoughts and prayers: Ruth Bath Betty Andress Beatrice Harmon Linda Hurley Edna Burger Pearl Shaw Nancy Pursel Michael Bath Larry Keller Lori Lowery Shelby Triantis Shawn Timbrell Gerald Kershner Carol Chambers Penny Slusser Veronica Simeone Rich Payne Linda Chapin Kelly Bulla Peggy Morgan Lori Kusail Mildred McCarr Sandi Remphrey Dale Slusser John & Pat Kachurka Paul Torsella Dolores Kovatch John Reed Lou Guarino George & Anna Lee Patti Pavetti Joyce Joline Ron Taylor Bonnie Walk Steve Slusser Susan Forsythe Milly Schell Scott Farley Bonnie Durkin Trisha Baker Cynthia Austin Jean Brown Mervin Kreischer Bruce Zeisler Dick Sharrow Doyle Smethers Roger Bodwalk, Jr. Brenda Yohe Bruce Ziezler Our leaders & Military Personnel And All Others. Fifth Sunday of Easter Nescopeck, Pennsylvania Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church Week of April 17, 2016: Thank you for your generosity! Worship Attendance... 59 Weekly Tithe (Envelopes & Simply Giving)...$833.00 Loose Offerings (Plate & Sunday school offering)... $27.35 2016 Weekly Operating Budget... ($2,128) Net Yard Sale Income (Global Outreach)... $794.65 Our 2016 Benevolence (Mission Support) goal is $6,500 and World Hunger goal is $800. Mission Support donations for 2016 YTD: $2,147.00 ~ World Hunger YTD: $262.00 The Capital Improvement balance totals $20,368.68. Envelopes (green) for Capital Improvement donations are located on the back of the pews. Thank you! 16 FAITH UNITED EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 801 E. Third St., Box 335 Nescopeck, PA 18635 (570)759-2469, office (570)752-7401, parsonage fuelchurch@verizon.net Website: www.faithunitednescopeck.org The People of Faith United........Ministers Pastor Jessica Kingsborough....... Pastor Penny Slusser... Organist & Director of Music John Durkin............. Board President Mary Skwierz.......Treasurer Mary Drew...... Congregational Secretary Jackie Galutia.........Financial Secretary Heather Boston (Helping Hands)........Custodian Sunday, April 24th, 2016 10:30am WELCOME ONE AND ALL! The mission of Faith United ELC is creating a Christ-centered, Spirit driven gathering of excited Christians by: v Providing meaningful worship v Reaching out and serving all people v Communicating new opportunities for ministry 1
ORDER OF SERVICE P = Presiding Minister A = Assisting Minister C = Congregation ELW = red hymnal OSB = other song book (Best of the Best) Welcome and Prelude I Will Rise Lena Weyhenmeyer Confession and Forgiveness teers we can get! Sign up in the back of the sanctuary or talk with Pastor Jessica. The theme this year is Egypt: Joseph s Journey from Prison to Palace. SUMMER WORSHIP THEMES: During the months of June, July, and August, during worship we will be singing your favorite hymns along with hearing your favorite bible stories. Come hear the stories you love preached and discussed. Many of your favorite stories from the bible never come up in the lectionary cycle, so here is your chance to dig deeper in these rich stories. If you would like to add your favorite to the list, email Pastor Jessica at jmaske.fuel@gmail.com or drop it in the selection box at worship by May 29th. P: Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God, the fountain of living water, the rock who gave us birth, our light and our salvation. P: Let us come into the light, the revealing and healing light of God. Please kneel or remain standing. P: God of grace and glory, C: you have brought us through the night of sin into the light of Jesus resurrection. Yet our lives are still shadowed by sin. Make us alive in Christ, O God. Make us new as you make all things new. Rescue us from evil and the gloom of sin, renew us in grace, and restore us to living in your holiness, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen. P: Rejoice with all creation around God s throne! The light of the risen Christ puts to flight all evil deeds, washes away sin, restores innocence to the fallen, casts out hate, brings peace, and humbles earthly pride. Jesus Christ loves you and + frees you from your sins by his blood. To him be glory and dominion forever and ever! C: Amen Gathering Hymn ELW #851 When in Our Music God Is Glorified Greeting P: Alleluia! Christ is risen! 2 15
POTLUCK BREAKFAST AT FAITH UNITED!: Sunday, May 15th, 2016 at 9am. Everyone Welcome! Bring your favorite breakfast dish. If you are planning on attending, there is a sign-up sheet at the back of the church. Theme: Who in the Bible are you? If you have any questions, please contact Tina Baucher at 570-441-5245. WEEK OF CARING, WEDNESDAY, MAY 4TH, 4-7PM: Come get your hands dirty for a good cause! The United Way is hosting Week of Caring again this year and FUEL is putting together a team. We will be volunteering on Wednesday, May 4th from 4-7pm. Call the church to sign up or sign the sheet in the back of the sanctuary. TOWN WIDE YARD SALE/FOOD STAND: Global will be having a food stand and inside yard sale at the townwide yard sale, May 14th. Donations and helpers are both needed. Thanks to all who help make our mission successful. MEMORIAL DAY SLIDESHOW: Bring in your photos of loved ones who served or who are serving in the Armed Forces to be scanned for our Memorial slideshow. If you gave ones from last year, you are covered, but if you find others that need to be added, please bring them in starting May 8th. The photos will be returned to you after they are scanned. Please give the person s name, how they are related to you, and what branch of the service they served when you provide the photo. SUMMER WORSHIP HOURS: On June 5th, we will be moving to our 9am worship time in the sanctuary. Summer chapel in the Social Hall will not begin until July. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: This year the Nescopeck Ministerium VBS will be hosted at Wesley UMC. What a great opportunity to get involved and meet the kids in our community! VBS will be Sunday, July 24th-Thursday, July 28th from 6-8pm each evening. To make this work, we will need all the volun- 14 C: Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C: And also with you. Special Music How Can I Deny Bob Lombard & Doug Farley Prayer of the Day P: Let us pray O Lord God, you teach us that without love, our actions gain nothing. Pour into our hearts your most excellent gift of love, that, made alive by your Spirit, we may know goodness and peace, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: Amen Please be seated First Reading: Acts 11:1-18 L: A reading from Acts. Now the apostles and the believers who were in Judea heard that the Gentiles had also accepted the word of God. 2 So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers criticized him, 3 saying, Why did you go to uncircumcised men and eat with them? 4 Then Peter began to explain it to them, step by step, saying, 5 I was in the city of Joppa praying, and in a trance I saw a vision. There was something like a large sheet coming down from heaven, being lowered by its four corners; and it came close to me. 6 As I looked at it closely I saw four-footed animals, beasts of prey, reptiles, and birds of the air. 7 I also heard a voice saying to me, Get up, Peter; kill and eat. 8 But I replied, By no means, Lord; for nothing profane or unclean has ever entered my mouth. 9 But a second time the voice answered from heaven, What God has made clean, you must not call profane. 10 This happened three times; then everything was pulled up again to heaven. 11 At that very moment three men, sent to me from Caesarea, arrived at the house where we were. 12 The Spirit told me to go with them and not to make a distinction between them and us. These six brothers also accompanied me, and we entered the man s house. 13 He told us how he had seen the angel standing in his house and saying, Send to Joppa and bring Simon, who is called Peter; 14 he will give you a message by which you and your entire household will be saved. 15 And as I began to speak, the Holy Spirit fell upon them just as it had upon us at the beginning. 16 And I remembered the word of the Lord, how he had said, John 3
baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit. 17 If then God gave them the same gift that he gave us when we believed in the Lord Jesus Christ, who was I that I could hinder God? 18 When they heard this, they were silenced. And they praised God, saying, Then God has given even to the Gentiles the repentance that leads to life. Psalm 148 (chanted) L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Hallelujah! Praise the Lord * from the heavens; praise God * in the heights. Praise the Lord, * all you angels; sing praise, all you * hosts of heaven. Praise the Lord, * sun and moon; sing praise, all you * shining stars. Praise the Lord, heav- * en of heavens, And you waters a- * bove the heavens. Let them praise the name * of the Lord, who commanded, and they * were created, who made them stand fast forev- * er and ever, giving them a law that shall not * pass away. Praise the Lord * from the earth, you sea monsters * and all deeps; fire and hail, * snow and fog, Tempestuous wind, do- * ing God s will; mountains * and all hills, fruit trees * and all cedars; wild beasts * and all cattle, creeping things and * flying birds; more last minute donations! That s more than $2,485.75 for the day. We are keeping $700.00 to add to our Community outreach fund and $1,785.75+ to the General Fund. Thank you Tina Baucher for organizing the food and to all of you for the food donations. Also, thank you to Jane Keller for all the bingo supplies and Karen Ferry & Tina Baucher for set-up. Big thank you to Jacob Seely, Jared Watts, Leah Watts, Maiah Farley and Mackenzie Keller for working the day of bingo. And a big thank you to Doug Farley as our bingo caller; you always make it a fun day! GOT FISH FISH FRY FUNDRAISER: Faith United will host a Fish Fry on Saturday, April 30th, 2016 with proceeds to benefit the General Fund. The event will be held from 3 to 7 pm. Food will be prepared by Molly and Scott Kern who operate Got Fish at the Bloomsburg Fair. The event is a take-out dinner. The Fish Fry is designed with the expectation that the majority of the meals will be sold ahead of time in a presale. This is so Molly and Scott know how much fish to bring. There will be a limited number of meals available at the door. Please consider helping the event by volunteering to sell presale tickets. The event is also in need of grocery-style bags to use in handing out the food. Additionally, there will be a bake sale for which assistance in providing items is appreciated. If you would like to help with the event or have any questions, please contact Lori Bankes at 570-759-3566. Each dinner will include one piece of Britishstyle cod tail, potato wedges, corn, and a roll. The price is $7.50. Many thanks are extended to Molly and Scott. MOTHER S DAY WORSHIP: Come worship on May 8th to celebrate and support women of all ages who have nurtured and raised children, who have struggled to have children, who have lost children, and who have influenced many. 4 13
This Week at F.U.E.L: Week of April 24, 2016 April 30, 2016 Tuesday: Guitars 6:00pm, Adult Choir 7:00pm Saturday: Fish Fry 3:00pm to 7:00pm All Bulletin announcements will be due the Tuesday before Sunday Worship. Fuel Announcements SECRETARY S OFFICE HOURS: The Secretary is in the office Tuesday, 9am to 12:30pm & Wednesday, 9am to 12:30pm. All announcements needing to be placed in the bulletin must be in my mailbox or email no later than Wednesday at 9am. Please feel free to leave a message on the answering machine by calling the office at 570-759 -2469 or email me at fuelchurch@verizon.net. MISSION DISTRICT FESTIVAL: Thanks to Austin Thomas and Becca Slusser for being our representatives to the Mission District Festival this year in Dallas, PA on April 30th! sovereigns of the earth * and all peoples, princes and all rulers * of the world; young * men and maidens, old and * young together. Let them praise the name * of the Lord, whose name only is exalted, whose splendor is over * earth and heaven. The Lord has raised up strength for the people and praise for all * faithful servants, the children of Israel, a people who are near the Lord. * Hal lelujah! Anthem How Great Thou Art arr. Hayes, soloist: Joan Shaffer Second Reading: Revelation 21:1-6 L: A reading from Revelation. Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. 2 And I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, See, the home of God is among mortals. He will dwell with them as their God; they will be his peoples, and God himself will be with them; 4 he will wipe every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; mourning and crying and pain will be no more, for the first things have passed away. 5 And the one who was seated on the throne said, See, I am making all things new. Also he said, Write this, for these words are trustworthy and true. 6 Then he said to me, It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. To the thirsty I will give water as a gift from the spring of the water of life. L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. BASKET BINGO: Thank you everyone for the awesome baskets & selling tickets! We did great with our Bingo! Tina and the food committee made $395.25 plus a few 12 5
Gospel Acclamation Helping with Worship Today P: The Holy Gospel according to St. John, the 13th chapter. C: Glory to you, O Lord. Gospel Reading: John 13:31-35 When he had gone out, Jesus said, Now the Son of Man has been glorified, and God has been glorified in him. 32 If God has been glorified in him, God will also glorify him in himself and will glorify him at once. 33 Little children, I am with you only a little longer. You will look for me; and as I said to the Jews so now I say to you, Where I am going, you cannot come. 34 I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. 35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. Please be seated Sermon P: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ. Special Music The White Cliffs of Dover, Maiah Farley Apostle s Creed A: As we grow together in faith, we confess our faith in the words of the Apostles Creed. Greeters: Freda Pague Lector: John Durkin Ushers: Todd & Rose Thomas, John Durkin, Carl Whitmire Acolyte: Jared Watts Assisting Minister: Aileen Waltman Counters: Lori Bankes, Mary Ann Naugle Helping with Worship 5/1/16 Greeters: Glenda Chapin Lector: Aileen Waltman Ushers: Ward & Glenda Chapin, Betty Mowery, Lori Bankes Acolyte: Leah Watts Communion Helper: Jared Watts Communion Assistant: Ward Chapin Assisting Minister: Bobby Frey Counters: John Durkin, Ward Chapin 6 11
Dismissal A: Alleluia. Go in peace. Share the good news. C: Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Reprinted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship, copyright 2006 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Used by permission of Augsburg Fortress license #14513-LIT WELCOME VISITORS! We are glad to have you with us this morning! If you do not have a church home, we invite you to join our fellowship. C: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended into hell. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come again to judge the living 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. Joys and Concerns The flowers on the altar are presented to the Glory of God in celebration of Rose Hanley s 75th birthday on April 25th by her Husband and Children. This month s Eternal Light has been sponsored by John Hanley in honor of Rose Hanley s 75th Birthday. This week s Bulletin has not been sponsored. If you are interested in sponsoring, please see the sign up sheet in the back of the sanctuary. 10 Prayers of the Church A: Rooted in the abundant life and love of Christ Jesus, we pray for the life of the church, the lives of people in need, and the life of all creation. (brief silence) Holy God, by your Holy Spirit reveal to us the saving work of Christ. Strengthen your church with the good news that leads to limitless life for all. Hear us, O God. A: Send us to places far and near, and join our voices in chorus with all creation. Use us to show others your abundant goodness in the created world. Hear us, O God. A: End war and the human desire to hold on to power. Free all people to love both neighbor and enemy, and make your church an example of such love. Hear us, O God. A: Surround people who are hurting with agents of your healing and messengers of your peace. Provide safe communities for all who are in any need, especially (names). Hear us, O God. A: Strengthen the bonds of shared service between congregations and social ministry organizations. Guide us in doing your work to- 7
gether. Hear us, O God. A: In Christ s death and resurrection you have fulfilled your work for the sake of your saints. Come swiftly to dwell among us and to make all things new. Hear us, O God. P: We deliver all this into your care, O God, trusting in the work of your Holy Spirit to bring all things into the risen life of Christ our Lord. Peace P: The peace of the Lord be with you always. C: And also with you. (The congregation shares a sign of peace by simply saying Peace be with you.) Please Be Seated Offering The Butterfly Song Faith Kids Offertory Response Create in Me a Clean Heart Offering Prayer A: Let us pray...blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower us with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Thanksgiving for the Word P: O God of justice and love, we give thanks to you that you illumine our way through life with the words of your Son. Give us the light we need, awaken us to the needs of others, and at the end bring all the world to your feast; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory forever. Lord s Prayer P: Lord, remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray: C: 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 and ever. Amen. Please be seated Special Music When I Close My Eyes, Bob Lombard & Doug Farley Blessing P: The blessing of the Lord God Almighty, the blessing of + Christ, the Lamb who was slain, and the blessing of the Holy Spirit of truth be among you and remain with you always. Announcements (Please see pages 12-15 in your bulletin) Sending Hymn OSB #198 Shout to the Lord 8 9