F I R S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H WORSHIP Palm Sunday Baptism March 20, 2016 He replied, Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise. Luke 23:43 welcome PRELUDE Prelude in C minor (J. S. Bach) We Gather *The Gospel Proclamation Matthew 21:1-11 Rev. Robert English Ty Woodward, Organist Krista Strauss, Lay Lector *Processional HYMN #280 United Methodist Hymnal All Glory, Laud, and Honor *Call to Worship Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest heaven. Give thanks to the Lord, for God is good; God s steadfast love endures forever! Let those who trust the Lord say, God s steadfast love endures forever. *Choral ACT OF PRAISE Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, our God. Hosanna! Hosanna in the highest! *Sharing the peace of christ Please greet those worshipping near you. As a courtesy to others, please silence all cell phones/sound-making devices. * Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.
anthem Children's Church/Janet Searfoss, Director/Mary Crawford, Accompanist Lo, He Comes! (John D. Horman) Chorus: Lo, he comes! Sing we Hosanna! Lo, he comes, let us sing to the Lord! Enter his gates with shouts of thanksgiving, into his courts with songs of praise. Come, let us march in glad procession, Loud Hosannas now we raise. Open your heart and welcome the Savior. Join with the song that has no end. This is the day for which we have waited, the coming of our Lord is surely at hand. Lo, he comes! Sing we Hosanna! Lo, he comes, let us sing to the Lord! Lo, he comes, let us sing to the, sing to the Lord! CHILDREN S MESSAGE Tricia Lindley #191 UMH - Jesus Loves Me Jesus loves me! This I know, for the Bible tells me so. Little ones to him belong; they are weak, but he is strong. Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so. As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward. BAPTISM Karen Sue Lewis (see insert) Baptismal Renewal Susan Jean Davis (see insert) I Am a Child of God I am a child of God; You are God s child, it s true. Children of God are called to love one another, as Jesus taught to do. As the congregation sings, the children may go to their Sunday School classes in Room 300. Our Mission & Common Life We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship, for worship, and for service. Thanks be to God! We Hear God s Word Rev. English the gospel Luke 23:32-43 (Pew Bible page 89, N.T.) Listen and you will live. Thanks be to God! sermon Streams of Mercy: A Wideness in God's Mercy Krista Strauss Rev. Patricia Farris We respond Invitation to Prayer UMH pages 30-31 O Lamb of God listening for the voice of god SILENt prayer & Pastoral Prayer Rev. English
sacrament of holy baptism Renewal of Baptismal Vows Parents respond in bold italics. Congregation responds with words printed in bold type. introduction Rev. Robert English Brothers and Sisters in Christ, from the beginning of Christianity, baptism has been seen as our entrance into the family of faith. We believe baptism is an outward and visible sign of the grace of Jesus Christ. It is through this grace that we enter into a special relationship with Christ and are inheritors of the promise of eternal life. Those who receive this sacrament are marked as disciples of Jesus and are part of the fellowship of the universal Christian church. PResentation Michael Lamb, Lay Leader I am pleased to introduce Ka r e n Su e Le w i s for baptism, and Su s a n Je a n Dav i s for Baptismal Renewal. Karen & Susan Rev. Patricia Farris Do you believe in God the source, the fountain of life; and in Christ, the offspring of God, embodied in Jesus of Nazareth and in the church; and in the liberating Spirit of God, the wellspring of new life? I do. Rev. English On behalf of the whole church, I ask you: Do you accept the freedom and power God gives you of new life in Christ, resisting evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves? I do. Rev. Farris According to the grace given to you, will you remain a faithful member of Christ s holy church and serve as Christ s representative in the world? I will. over
(To the Congregation) Do you, as Christ s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ? We do. Michael Lamb Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include these persons now before you in your care? With God s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround you with a community of love and forgiveness, that you may grow in your trust of God, and be found faithful in your service to others. We will pray for you, that you may be true disciples who walk in the way that leads to life. Baptism Rev. Farris Ka r e n, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Su s a n, Remember your baptism and find new life in Christ. Amen. Ka r e n a n d Su s a n, May the Holy Spirit work within you, that having been born through water and the Spirit, you may live as faithful disciples of Jesus Christ. Amen.
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. choral response We Offer Our Gifts & Ourselves Your generous gifts support the ministries and outreach of the church. You may place gifts of cash or checks made out to First UMC in the offering plates as they are passed. You may also place your Let's Connect/Let Us Pray card in the offering plate. Give online at any time at www.santamonicaumc.org or by using the QR code in the insert. Thank you. May God grow in us generous and joyful hearts. THE OFFERTORY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music Director Lift Up Your Heads, O Ye Gates (William Mathias) Lift up your heads, O ye gates, and be ye lift up ye everlasting doors, and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory. *Response #95 UMH The Doxology *unison Prayer of Dedication Rev. English O God, if we had a donkey to lend Jesus, we would do so. If we could ease his way to Calvary, or prevent its cruelty, we would act. But these are not ours to give. So we offer what we have: the offerings we have brought for your blessing and all the riches we retain for ourselves. Use everything we are and everything we have to advance Christ s reign among us. Amen. *hymn #278 UMH - Hosanna, Loud Hosanna *BenedictION *Benediction response We go forth to serve Postlude Fugue in C minor (J. S. Bach) Ty Woodward Worship concludes with the Postlude music which prepares us to transition from worship to life in the world. You are invited to remain seated until the Postlude concludes, or to exit quietly.
The Head Usher today is Al Mead. See an usher if you need assistance. Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are welcome to worship in the Kids Zone in the narthex. We have 4 highchairs in Simkins Hall so First UMC babies can eat with their parents at today's Brunch in a comfortable manner! First UMC takes the care and safety of children seriously. We are a Safe Sanctuary congregation. A changing table is provided in the restroom located in the hallway west of the Fireside Room. Please see an usher for directions. To request prayers, you may fill in a Let's Connect/Let Us Pray card found in the pews, and drop in the offering plate during worship. If there are Prayer Quilts on the north wall of the sanctuary, you are invited to pray over and tie knots on the quilts. Flowers in the Narthex: In loving memory of Bryan Dunn on his birthday (March 18) from parents Melanie Gullett and George Maranon. (Bryan's Smile is the non-profit organization formed in memory of Bryan.) Flowers at the Reredos: Dried floral arrangements at the reredos help to remind us of our Lenten Discipline during the season of Lent. Today is the last day to donate towards the purchase of Easter Lilies for Easter Sunday morning worship. Stop by the Hospitality Table after worship to order your dedication. The cost is $12 per plant. Visit the Fireside Room after worship today for a meet and greet with First UMC member Janet Rawuka. Janet's watercolor paintings are up for display through March. Next Sunday is Easter: Sunrise Service begins at 6:30 a.m. in Palisades Park (Santa Monica Blvd. & Ocean Ave.) Dress warmly, bring blankets or chairs, and bring live flowers for the cross. Communion will be served and fresh coffee will be provided. The Easter Celebration Worship service begins at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary with music of choir, brass and organ, beautiful lilies, and loud Alleluias! Rev. Patricia Farris is preaching. Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In March bring canned fruits & vegetables. Visit this special page on the website to see what s happening at First UMC during the Lenten season, Holy Week, and the celebration of Easter: www.santamonicaumc.org/lent. Resident Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño West District Superintendent Kathey Michelle Wilborn Senior Minister Rev. Patricia Farris p.farris@santamonicaumc.org New & Emerging Ministries Rev. Robert English r.english@santamonicaumc.org Chaplain in Residence Rev. Keri Olsen k.olsen@santamonicaumc.org Director of Children & Youth Ministry Tricia Lindley t.lindley@santamonicaumc.org Business Administrator Christina Eddy c.eddy@santamonicaumc.org Preschool Director Batsheva Spector b.spector@santamonicaumc.org Assistant to the Preschool Director Dane Rold d.rold@santamonicaumc.org Music Director Dr. James Smith Organist Ty Woodward Lead Coordinator Sarah Rold s.rold@santamonicaumc.org Membership and Facilities Coordinator David Penson d.penson@santamonicaumc.org Communications Director Tina Gage t.gage@santamonicaumc.org Communications Coordinator Shalimar Carducci s.carducci@santamonicaumc.org Head Custodian Javier Espinosa God is real. God is love. Every person matters. You matter. Together we can change the world. first united methodist church of santa monica 1008 Eleventh Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org 310-393-8258
F O C U S O N March 20, 2016 HOLY WEEK and EASTER Today PALM SUNDAY Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m., Sanctuary Waving of the Palms Family Brunch & Easter Egg Hunt 11 a.m. Family Brunch (Donations appreciated) 11:30 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt (See signs for age group locations.) 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. Photos with Easter Bunny March 24 MAUNDY THURSDAY Evening Worship Service 7:30 p.m., Sanctuary Communion, Word, Music & Silent Darkness (Child care provided) March 25 GOOD FRIDAY Prayer Vigil 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Gates Chapel Open all day to pray and watch with Jesus. Community Mid-day Service 12 p.m., First UMC Sanctuary Quiet, Reflective, Scripture and Music (Child care provided) Good Friday Labyrinth Walk 1-9 p.m., Simkins Hall The Labyrinth will be open for walking as you feel led. March 27 EASTER SUNDAY Sunrise Service 6:30 a.m., Palisades Park (Santa Monica Blvd. & Ocean Ave.) Beautiful scenery, worship, Holy Communion, hot coffee & fellowship. Bring blankets, chairs, & fresh flowers for the cross. Easter Celebration Worship 10 a.m., Sanctuary Family Sunday with music of choir, brass & organ, Easter Lilies & Alleluias! Children remain in church; activity bags are provided. Each child will receive a small gift of a flower after the service. first united methodist church of santa monica 1008 Eleventh Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org 310-393-8258 info@santamonicaumc.org
O P P O R T U N I T I E S at F U M C *Westside Food Bank collection for March: Canned fruits and vegetables * Sundays at First UMC 9 a.m. Lectionary Scripture Discussion, Room 101 9 a.m. Partnership with God, Rm 101 9 a.m. Nursery Care, 204 9:30 a.m. Chancel Choir Warmup, CHR 10 a.m. Worship Service, S 10:10 a.m. Sunday School, Education Bldg. 11 a.m. Fellowship, Courtyard 3 p.m. Amadeus Handbell Choir Rehearsal, CHR 6:15 p.m. UMYF, Youth Lounge Today - Palm Sunday Baptism 9 a.m. Partnership with God/Palm Sunday Brunch, FR 11 a.m. Palm Sunday Family Brunch, SH 11 a.m. Meet with Janet Rawuka in the Fireside Room 11 a.m. Free Blood Pressure Screenings, Chapel 11:30 a.m. Palm Sunday Easter Egg Hunt, CY 2:30 p.m. Walk the Labyrinth, SH 5 p.m. simple church, SH Tuesday, March 22 7 a.m. Men s Breakfast, FR Wednesday, March 23 9 a.m. UMW Workparty & Lunch, WR Thursday, March 24 - Maundy Thursday 7 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal, CR 7:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday Worship Service, S Friday, March 25 - Good Friday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Good Friday Prayer Vigil, Chapel 12 p.m. Community Good Friday Service, S 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. Walk the Labyrinth, SH Sunday, March 27 - Easter Sunday Family Sunday 6:30 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service, OS 10 a.m. Easter Celebration Worship, S The Health Ministry Council is sponsoring an American Red Cross Community Blood Drive Sunday April 3, from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Sign up at the Hospitality Table after worship or on the website: www.redcrossblood.org, and enter sponsor code FirstUMCSM. Highlights Palm Sunday: Today All are welcome to the annual Family Brunch & Easter Egg Hunt today after worship in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center. Take a picture with the Easter Bunny! Free (donations appreciated). Art in the Fireside Room with Janet Rawuka - Today Stop by the Fireside Room after worship today to meet with First UMC member and watercolor artist Janet Rawuka. Janet will be onhand to chat about her paintings. At 90 years old, Janet paints weekly. simple church / Walk the Labyrinth - Today Why simple church? Because a calm, centered, compassionate life is possible. Today s topic: the fickle parts of being human and God s enduring mercy. Today, 2:30 p.m. Walk the Labyrinth, followed by simple church at 5 p.m., in Simkins Hall. (Childcare available 4:30 p.m. Room 204.) Maundy Thursday: March 24 The Maundy Thursday Worship Service begins at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary with Holy Communion, the Passion story as read from scripture, and extinguishing of lights. Good Friday: March 25 A Community Good Friday Service begins at 12 p.m. in the First UMC sanctuary and includes prayer and meditation on the Cross of Christ. Gates Chapel is open for a Prayer Vigil from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Labyrinth is open for walking from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center. Easter: March 27 Easter Sunrise Service begins at 6:30 a.m. in Palisades Park (Santa Monica Blvd. & Ocean Ave.). Dress warmly, bring chairs or blankets, and look for our balloons (and complimentary coffee). Bring fresh flowers for the cross. Easter Celebration Worship Service begins at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary which will be overflowing with Easter Lilies and loud Alleluias! Scan this QR code with your smart phone to go directly to First UMC s online giving page. W W W. S A N T A M O N I C A U M C. O R G CHR = Choir Room; CR = Conference Room; CY = Courtyard; FR = Fireside Room; L = Library; MH = Member s Home; OS = Off Site; S = Sanctuary; SH = Simkins Hall; WR = Work Room (UMW)