Youth Mission Trip Report John Engler and Heidi Kidd April 14, 2019 Midland First United Methodist Church
Order of Worship - 9 AM Sunday, April 14, 2019 Youth Mission Trip Report Sunday GREETINGS & SHARING OF ANNOUNCEMENTS The ringing of the bell is a signal to end our conversations and prepare our hearts for worship. PRELUDE Palm Sunday Glory arr. S. Rogers Genesis Ringers - Connie Nicholson, director OPENING THOUGHTS John Engler WORSHIP MEDLEY Hosannas Ring / 10,000 Reasons arr. C. Nicholson/P. Bettcher Joyful Bells and Rejoice Ringers - Connie Nicholson, director *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: I was blind, now I'm seeing in color. I was dead, now I'm living forever. I had failed, but you were my Redeemer. People: I've been blessed beyond all measure. Leader: I was lost, now I'm found by the Father. I've been changed from a ruin to treasure. I've been given a hope and a future. People: I've been blessed beyond all measure. All: I am counting every blessing. Surely every season you are good to me. TIME OF PRAYER SONG Ode to Joy arr. C. Maggs Prime Chimers - Ellen Woodard, director OFFERING OF TITHES & GIFTS There is no KidZone this week. Children may remain in this service with their families. Offertory Counting Every Blessing Youth *Doxology Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 *Prayer of Dedication READING OF THE WORD The Call to Scripture Thy Word Is a Lamp (refrain only) #601 Scripture Reading Leader: The word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God.
SERMONETTES Youth SONG How Great Is Our God / How Great Thou Art arr. P. Bettcher Joyful Bells, Rejoice Ringers, and youth - Connie Nicholson, director BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Sanctuary *Worshipers standing, if able The order of worship for the 11:15 am Contemporary Worship Service will be announced by the Worship Leader and portions will also be shown on the video screen. Following the 9 am service, Rev. Dr. J. D. Landis will be in the Chapel to meet with those who have prayer needs. Following the 11:15 am service, Rev. Jung Eun Yum will be in the Chapel to meet with those who have prayer needs. Welcome! We hope you were blessed during worship with us, as it is our hope and prayer that you find the presence of God here, and a spirit of friendliness and warmth. We invite you to join us for refreshments and fellowship from 10-11:15 am in the Parlor.
Adult Sunday School - 10:15 am Carolyn Landis Class - Little Theater; The Forum Class - Hearth Room; Roger Mead Group - Room 14 Children & Youth Sunday School - 10:15 am Ark Rm. (Special needs kids), P4 K-2nd grades, Rm. 6; 3rd & 4th grades, Rm. 30; 5th-7th grades, The LOFT (Rm. 34); 9th-12th grades, Senior High Lounge; Confirmation class, Rm. 18 Childcare - 10:15am Birth-age 2, P1 (Nursery); Pre-K, P3 Pre-K Sunday School (There is no KidZone this week) 9 am Birth-age 2, P1 (Nursery); Pre-K, P3; Ark Rm., P4 (starting at 8:45 am) 11:15 am Birth-age 2, P1 (Nursery); Pre-K, P3; Ark Rm., P4 (starting at 11 am) FOR YOUR INFORMATION A cry room (Parlor) is available. Please see an usher for assistance. Hearing assistance is available, please see an usher for details. Portable footstools are available; please see an usher. Prayer request cards in the pew racks are for your convenience in making prayer requests. You may place the cards in the offering plate. The loose coins in the offering plate today and every Sunday are designated for areas of hunger in Midland County and around the world. Large Print Bulletins, Hymnals, and Announcement Bulletins are available from an usher.
Midland First United Methodist Church W A Volume 46, Issue 15 April 14, 2019 Easter Morning Sunrise Breakfast Sunday, April 21 8 am (after Sunrise Service) Fellowship Hall Menu: egg/sausage/hash brown casserole (gluten free), vegetarian egg casserole (gluten free), fruit, cinnamon rolls, gluten free muffins, milk, juice, coffee, tea Suggested donation: $5/person RSVP to Victoria by Monday, April 15, vritter@fumcmid.org or 835-6797 ext. 118. If you will be attending the Maundy Thursday 7 pm worship service on April 18, please know we will be conducting an optional foot/hand washing during the service. Please wear footwear that is easy to remove and put back on. Readers needed for Tenebrae service We are looking for readers who would be interested in reading a portion of scripture for our Good Friday Tenebrae experience, April 19. Please contact Maranda Ginop for details at 213-838-9989 or truly.maranda@gmail.com. Please note the church office will be closed Monday, April 22 in observance of the Easter holiday. Save the date: Sunday, June 16 Please join us on June 16 at 2 pm as we celebrate the ministry of Rev. Dr. J. D. Landis as he begins his retirement. Email your bulletin announcements to announcements@fumcmid.org by noon 10 days prior to the Sunday of publication.
VOLUME 46, ISSUE 15 WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS April 14, 2019 Coming in Worship Worship 9 & 11:15 AM Sanctuary April 21 Christ Rose and Conquered the Grave Rev. Dr. J. D. Landis Easter Sunday Matthew 28:1-10; II Samuel 5:6-7 April 28 Confirmation Sunday John Engler & Heidi Kidd Special Services Holy Week April 18 7 pm Maundy Thursday Sanctuary Heidi Kidd, Rev. Dr. J. D. Landis April 19 12, 12:30, & 1 pm Good Friday Sanctuary Various pastors April 19 7:30 pm Tenebrae Chapel Rev. Jung Eun Yum April 21 7 am Easter Sunrise Sanctuary John Engler Friday Morning Prayer 8:15 AM Chapel Rev. Jung Eun Yum Please join us in Fellowship Hall each Wednesday evening anytime between 5:15-6:45 pm for a buffet style meal. No reservations necessary, just come as you can each week. Free-will donations accepted. UPCOMING MENUS: April 17: marsala pork loin, rice pilaf, roasted veggies, salad bar, rolls, dessert April 24: variety of sandwiches and salads, fruit, dessert Fellowship & Service for Middle School and Sr. High Youth Please join us each Sunday from 6-7:30 pm (unless noted otherwise) for United Methodist Youth Fellowship! We begin the evening in The Hub. Questions? Contact John Engler, jengler@fumcmid.org Activities April 14: Waffle Bar Page 2 April 21: No meeting (Easter)
VOLUME 46, ISSUE 15 WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS April 14, 2019 NEW MEMBER CLASSES Start April 28! Sundays, April 28 - June 30, 2019 10:15-11:05 am Conference Room These classes will provide time for us to get to know each other and move through the progression of membership commitments. New members will join the church during worship on June 30. Childcare for the classes will be provided if needed, and older children will be able to attend Sunday School classes. Please contact Rev. Jung Eun Yum at 835-6797, ext. 145, or jeyum@fumcmid.org for more information. Scholarship Opportunities Midland First United Methodist Church has a long tradition of placing a high value on youth and education. We are pleased to announce that First United Methodist Church Scholarships are available. Minimum requirements: be a graduating high school senior or high school graduate have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale be accepted to an accredited college, university, trade or technical school (prior to distribution of the scholarship) Priority Given: to those who are members of or regularly participate in Midland First United Methodist Church to graduating high school seniors or first-time college students How to Apply: Applications are available in the church office. The packets include detailed information about the criteria upon which the scholarship is based. Completed applications must be postmarked or returned to John Engler no later than May 10, 2019. The Scholarship Committee will select the recipients from all eligible applicants. For more information contact: John Engler, 835.6797 ext. 112, jengler@fumcmid.org Heidi Kidd, 835.6797 ext. 129, hkidd@fumcmid.org Page 3
VOLUME 46, ISSUE 15 WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS April 14, 2019 Helping people to know, love, and share Jesus Christ First United Methodist Church 315 W. Larkin, Midland, Michigan 48640 Office: 989.835.6797 Fax: 989.835.8935 www.fumcmidweb.org Staff Phone Extensions and E-mail Addresses MINISTRY LEADERSHIP Senior Pastor - Rev. Dr. J. D. Landis... 117... jdlandis@fumcmid.org Associate Pastor - Rev. Jung Eun Yum... 145... jeyum@fumcmid.org Adult Ministries Pastor - Rev. Susan Kingsley...230... skingsley@fumcmid.org Director of Music Ministries/Organist - Jantz Black... 137... jblack@fumcmid.org Director of Youth Ministry - John Engler... 112... jengler@fumcmid.org Director of Children s Ministries - Abby Shephard... 113...ashephard@fumcmid.org Discipleship Leader - Heidi Kidd... 129...hkidd@fumcmid.org Admin. Director - Noel Contardi... 114... ncontardi@fumcmid.org PROGRAM & SUPPORT STAFF Community Assistance - Maureen... 989-835-8935 Activities Coordinator/Kitchen Mngr. - Pamela Wilson... pwilson@fumcmid.org Ministry Staff Admin. - Tonya Simons... 110... tsimons@fumcmid.org Discipleship Admin. - Victoria Ritter... 118... vritter@fumcmid.org Membership/Music Admin. - Teri Beasley... 120... tbeasley@fumcmid.org Bookkeeper - Leslie Hiltunen... 116... lhiltunen@fumcmid.org Building Supervisor - Tom Strauss... 127... tstrauss@fumcmid.org Sound Ministry/IT Leader - Tom Randolph... 122... tarandol@gmail.com Receptionist - Marcia Payne... 134... mpayne@fumcmid.org Video Ministry - Dennis Strahl... fumcvideoministry@yahoo.com Webmaster - Jennifer Klingler... jklingler@fumcmid.org Bulletin Announcements... announcements@fumcmid.org Prayer Requests... prayer@fumcmid.org Kitchen... 131 Youth Center... 128 Nursery... 140 Sunday Morning Worship Broadcasts MCTV Charter - 191 AT&T U-verse - 99 1:00 PM on Tuesdays 9:30 PM on Thursdays Attendance Sunday, April 7 9:00 am - 184 11:15 am - 172 WMPX (1490 AM) Radio 11:00 AM each Sunday Page 4
VISIONING UPDATE: In October 2016, we held an all-church Visioning Day. Over 100 people gathered to discern how we could fulfill our mission of Helping people to know, love, and share Jesus Christ. God directed us to focus on 3 work areas. Here is an update on these areas. VISIONING UPDATE: In October 2016, we held an all-church Visioning Day. Over 100 people gathered to discern how we could fulfill our mission of Helping people to know, love, and share Jesus Christ. God directed us to focus on 3 work areas. Here is an update on these areas. Work Area Team: Commissioned to: Results: Work Area Team: Commissioned to: Results: Church Wide Rela-onships Create closer, meaningful rela-onships between & among all genera-ons; a place for people to grow in faith, service, & life. * Launched 10 Life Groups in 2017 * Con-nued connec-ng people through groups like Sunday School, Bible Studies, & Chapel *Over 250 reading the One-Year Chronological Bible together in 2019 Church Wide Rela-onships Create closer, meaningful rela-onships between & among all genera-ons; a place for people to grow in faith, service, & life. * Launched 10 Life Groups in 2017 * Con-nued connec-ng people through groups like Sunday School, Bible Studies, & Chapel *Over 250 reading the One-Year Chronological Bible together in 2019 Community Outreach Make an effort to meet physical/spiritual needs of people in our community; be a trusted neighbor and Chris-an resource. * First UMC does a great deal of outreach both in, and outside of, Midland County through Church & Community, Missions, and STEP commicee, and the volunteer work of Life Groups * Mission Moments during worship have given insight into how people can get involved (a lis-ng of First UMC ministries is available) Community Outreach Make an effort to meet physical/spiritual needs of people in our community; be a trusted neighbor and Chris-an resource. * First UMC does a great deal of outreach both in, and outside of, Midland County through Church & Community, Missions, and STEP commicee, and the volunteer work of Life Groups * Mission Moments during worship have given insight into how people can get involved (a lis-ng of First UMC ministries is available) Impac.ul Worship Cri-cally assess current 11:15 service to reach all genera-ons. Establish simplified worship service that incorporates Biblical teaching with praise. * Implemented changes to improve flow and transi-on in worship * Created welcoming, informal environment with opportuni-es to interact like Pizza Fellowship * Made updates on equipment for becer sound & video quality Impac.ul Worship Cri-cally assess current 11:15 service to reach all genera-ons. Establish simplified worship service that incorporates Biblical teaching with praise. * Implemented changes to improve flow and transi-on in worship * Created welcoming, informal environment with opportuni-es to interact like Pizza Fellowship * Made updates on equipment for becer sound & video quality