April 17, 2016 The Order of Worship in the Sanctuary 11:00 A.M. PRELUDE Maestoso Cesar Franck GATHERING TO WORSHIP INVOCATION Rev. Dale Beck Stand as able, join in the opening hymn. *OPENING HYMN 158 Come Christians Join to Sing Spanish Hymn *CALL TO WORSHIP Carol Jansch, Liturgist One: It was a dull, tasteless thing; ALL: This life, before salt. One: It was a dark, meaningless thing; ALL: This life, before light. One: ALL: Then, he came: O God, as salt poured from its shaker flavors our food, by your Spirit, set us free from our attachments to the safe containers and confinements of our existence. Send us out to season your world with love. The love we have seen in Jesus, the love that blesses all the world. In our loving, let us be as light that dispels the darkness of injustice. As salted light, may all whose lives we touch know that you create us holy and call us to become whole. Amen WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS *PASSING OF THE PEACE: Greet one another saying: Peace be with you. And also with you. CHORAL INTROIT HEARING THE WORD Rev. Dale Beck READING FROM THE GOSPELS: Matthew 5: 17 18, 20 22 Carol Jansch CHORAL ACCLAMATION READING FROM THE GOSPELS: Matthew 5: 38 48 ANTHEM If Ye Be Risen Again with Christ Kenneth Jennings [text: Colossians 3:1 4] RESPONDING TO THE WORD CHILDREN S MOMENTS Duane Buys [As the children leave, let us join in singing] Jesus loves the little children, all the children of the world All the shades from dark to light, they are precious in his sight, Jesus loves the little children of the world. HYMN OF PREPARATION 408 The Gift of Love Gift of Love MESSAGE What you ve heard may not be the whole story! Rev. Beck SILENT PRAYER and CHORAL INTERCESSORY PASTORAL PRAYER Rev. Debby Lawrence WORDS OF TRADITION: THE LORD S PRAYER 895 DISCIPLE LEADERS TRANSFORMING THE WORLD CHORAL OFFERTORY PREFACE We give in gratitude for the blessings of our life and for making a better world. OFFERTORY PRAYER Lois Anderson OFFERTORY Lo, The Earth is Ris n Again Robert Williams/ [text: Samuel Longfellow] arr. J.F. Lehmeier *PRESENTATION OF OFFERING AND DOXOLOGY HYMN 95 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! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia A LITANY OF DEDICATION FROM AFRICA Carol Jansch One: O God, enlarge my heart, ALL: That it may be big enough to receive the greatness of your love. One: O God, stretch my heart. ALL: That it may take into it all those, who with me, around the world, believe in Jesus Christ. One: O God, stretch my heart to new dimensions, ALL: That it may take into it those who do not know Christ, but who are my responsibility because I do. One: ALL: Stretch my heart to encompass more, That my heart may take in even those who are not lovely in my eyes, and whole hands I do not want to touch; through Jesus Christ, my savior, Amen. *CLOSING HYMN 2190 [TFWS] Bring for the Kingdom Bring Forth the Kingdom *BENEDICTION Rev. Beck *CHORAL RESPONSE *POSTLUDE The Strife is O er, the Battle Done George Theophilus Miles *Please stand as able. Assisting in Worship Music: JoAnn Gudvangen Brown, Director of Music; Renae Gudvangen, Organist/Pianist; Chancel Choir Greeters: Barbara & Dennis Baldwin, Lois Anderson, Marcia Williams Acolytes: Bronte Bedin, Josh Gonnella Ushers: Jeff Flynn, Nate Eckloff, Kelsey Forsyth, Daren Matthews, Michael Cox Childcare is available in our nursery. Please join us after worship for hospitality time in.
Peniel Large print bulletins & hearing devices are available, please ask an usher. The Place Where We Connect & Wrestle with God ~ April 17, 2016 Today s message is provided by Kevin Garman. Scripture: Mark 6:7 13 and Galatians 5:22 6:2 Sermon Title: The Act of Repentance: Creation s Call to Harmony and Balance You have given us a world of beauty and we have spoiled it. A world to feed us and so many go hungry. A world of riches and we are unwilling to share. A world to care for and we think only of ourselves. Forgive us, gracious God, for those times your heart is saddened by our selfishness. For those times we have no thoughts for others, no cares but ours. Enable us to see this world anew as a gift from you, to be shared and nurtured, and those who live upon it to be loved and cared for. We ask this that your name may be glorified through the beauty of this world. ~ Celtic Prayer for Repentance Peniel Worship Crew: Liza Stoltz Hanson, Denton Hanson, Kevin Garman, Brittany Collins, Ben Wilkins, Chris Beeson, and Chelsea Pearson. Order of Service Gathering Song Invocation and Announcements Finding 5 Children s Moment Worship Song Scripture Reading Worship Song Joys and Concerns Prayers of the People & the Lord s Prayer Message Closing Song Benediction STAFF Rev. Dale A. Beck, Senior Pastor Rev. Debby Lawrence, Assoc. Pastor of Congregational Care Duane Buys, Director of Christian Education Diane Felt, UPark UMC Administrative Assistant Christina Pacheco, Assist. to Christian Education JoAnn Gudvangen Brown, Director of Music/Organist Liza Stoltz Hanson, Director of Foundation Campus Ministry Renae Gudvangen, Assist. Organist/Pianist Liza Stoltz Hanson/Denton Hanson, Peniel Leaders Ana Spadoni, Chorister Director Kevin Garman, Peniel Band Leader/Student Pastor Rev. Linda Bibb, Director of Sandy Schumm, Bookkeeper Marilyn Stranske, Admin. Assistant Josh Rousis, Resident Caretaker/Custodian Elizabeth Boyer, Newsletter Editor MaryAnn Buys, Wedding Coordinator Larry Grauberger, Jo and Jim Morgan, Lay Leaders University Park United Methodist Church 2180 S. University Blvd. Denver, CO 80210 (303) 722 5736 upark@universityparkumc.org www.universityparkumc.org for Spiritual Wholeness and Healing 2122 S. Lafayette St. Denver CO (303) 722 7217 evanstoncenter@gmail.com - www.evanstoncenter.com The Fourth Sunday of Easter April 17, 2016 UNIVERSITY PARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH The UPark Vision: To be a community of Disciple leaders who practice stewardship and hospitality as we engage each other and the world around us. Since 1894 The UPark Core Values: Inclusive, Intergenerational, Interfaith, International
ADULT FORUM Lower Level Journey with us at the Park UPark Christian Education Classes April 17, 2016 We offer presentations from many speakers on diverse and interesting topics. Cal Neptune and Jim Fleet facilitate this class. April 17 Carol Cotter Burma Community Rangers April 24 John Blinn My Spiritual Journey with the Native Flute CORNERSTONE II This class is geared to families with young children, but is open to all. Family Cornerstone II Room topics are generally discussed with an emphasis on sharing and fellowship. In the month of April, we will feature One Thousand Gifts by Anne Voskamp. Led by Amy and Jeremy Long. April 17 All is Grace April 24 Trust: The Bride of Joy JOURNEYS IN FAITH SPECIAL NEEDS Journeys in Faith Room YOUTH CLASSES B03 & Youth Lounge Head & Heart Discussions making Christianity relevant in today s culture combined with inspirational stories from Belief, a groundbreaking seven part documentary series exploring humankind s ongoing search to connect with something greater than themselves. Facilitated by Les Law, Tony Winger, and Richard Nelson. April 17 Discuss, God Help Us! April 24 View, The Practice This is a combined Sunday school class and worship time. This sacred gathering and experiential learning is especially open to those with cognitive disabilities. We would appreciate volunteer help! Our Middle School class includes 6th 8th grade youth. The High School class includes youth in 9 th 12 th grades with Barb Eulenstein in the Youth Lounge. The Middle School meets in the B03 classroom with Bethany Hader. CHILDREN S CLASSES All children from preschool through 5th grade meet in the Music/Movement Top Level room at. They are dismissed to their respective areas following Christian Ed Wing a short time of music together. April 17 May 8: David: Big Giant, Big Challenge, Big Faith. CHILDCARE Nursery CHILDREN S CHURCH Quality care for newborns to three years or potty trained provided by Barbara P Walker & Brittany Yepsen, 8:15am 12:15pm. The nursery is located on the main level of the Christian Ed Wing. Children s Church provided by Christina Pacheco & Hannah Westra. Children ages 3.5 through 3rd grade gather following the Children s Message. April 17, 2016 Informal Worship Service in 8:30A.M. Order of Worship PRELUDE Blessed Spring Setting, Gregory Hamilton INVOCATION Kevin Garman *OPENING HYMN 158 Come Christians Join to Sing Spanish Hymn *UNISON PRAYER You have given us a world of beauty and we have spoiled it. A world to feed us and so many go hungry. A world of riches and we are unwilling to share. A world to care for and we think only of ourselves. Forgive us, gracious God, for those times your heart is saddened by our selfishness. For those times we have no thoughts for others, no cares but ours. Enable us to see this world anew as a gift from you, to be shared and nurtured, and those who live upon it to be loved and cared for. We ask this that your name may be glorified through the beauty of this world. ~ Celtic Prayer for Repentance ANNOUNCEMENTS SHARING JOYS AND CONCERNS PASSING THE PEACE Please greet one another with the words, Peace be with you. The response is And also with you. Rev. Dale Beck Kevin Garman GOSPELS LESSON: Mark 6:7 13 and EPISTLES LESSON: Galatians 5:22 6:2 Cathie Kelsey CHILDREN S MOMENTS Duane Buys [As the children leave, let us join in singing] Jesus loves the little children, all the children of the world All the shades from dark to light, they are precious in his sight, Jesus loves the little children of the world. SILENT PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD S PRAYER 895 OFFERING OFFERTORY PRAYER Connie Beauchamp HYMN 408 The Gift of Love Gift of Love MESSAGE The Acts of Repentance: Creation s Call to Harmony and Balance Kevin Garman *HYMN 2190 [TFWS] Bring Forth the Kingdom Bring Forth the Kingdom *BENEDICTION Kevin Garman *SUNG BENEDICTION #143 On Eagle s Wings Joncas POSTLUDE Voluntary John James *Please stand as able Acolyte: Madalyn Sayers
DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION Sunday Apr. 17 Monday Apr. 18 Tuesday Apr. 19 8:30am 8:45am 1:30pm 11:30am 1:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 4:00pm This Week at UPark UMC YouthQuest Ends @ Frontier Ranch Informal Worship Service Choristers: 2 nd 5 th grade Sunday School: children adult with Liza Stoltz Hanson Choristers: 4 years 1 st grade Peniel Worship Service Traditional Worship Service Youth Group: Lunch/Ultimate Frisbee Kevin Garman Committee Meeting Sunday Night Ticket AA We Make the Road by Walking Study: with Rev. Dale Beck Gentle Yoga with Kate Chair Yoga with Máire Knitting or Knot Meditation/Mindfulness Class Gamma Phi Beta Eating Disorders Anon Denver Metro Group 13AA Stepping Stones Al Anon Prayer Book: #26, page 170, Year C John Blinn Spiritual Direction Men s Fellowship Group A Child s Song: Piano I Bob Cowlishaw Memorial Service Peggy s English Class with Deacon Debby Lawrence A Child s Song: Piano II Kindermusik Finance Committee BMCM Meditation Troop 5 Administrative Council Various Rooms Sanctuary B03, Observatory Park Cornerstone II Bride s Room, B03 Please note that on Fridays at UParkUMC we have a pared down schedule. The building is typically unlocked from 8am-1pm. Sanctuary flowers today are given by the Green Family in memory of Becky Ricker, gone 10 years but never forgotten. UPARK YOUTH GROUP MEETS TODAY Middle School & High School Youth meets today for lunch in B03. Then we ll head to Observatory Park to play Ultimate Frisbee. Please dress accordingly. BIBLE STUDIES & FELLOWSHIP UPark offers a Bible Study based on We Make the Road by Walking, the 2014 Brian McLaren book. You may participate on a drop in basis. We have three study options: Sunday Mornings, at with Liza Stoltz Hanson in. Sunday Evenings, at at our with Rev. Dale Beck. Tuesday Afternoons, at 2 pm in our with Rev. Debby Lawrence. Men s Fellowship meets on Tuesdays, 10 11:30am in. Fellowship and study time. Deacon Debby s Friday study, 12 1pm in. Bring a lunch. Fellowship and study time. UMW NEWS Knitting or Knot meets tomorrow, April 18, 1:30pm in the Cornerstone II Room. Bring your knitting needles or other craft projects and join us for conversation and fellowship. SAVE THE DATE ALL CHURCH CAMP UPark UMC s All Church Camp will be May 27 29 at Camp Buckhorn. Pricing: Kids 0 3 years, Free; Kids 4 12, $55; Adults 13+, $105. Scholarships available. Partial weekend pricing available. Contact Amy Long: amywlong@gmail.com. Activities: Games, Campfire, Kickball, Yoga, Crafts, Skits & More! KIDS FOR CANS BRING THOSE ALUMINUM CANS! Our latest metal redemption resulted in 140 pounds worth $33.71, bringing the 2016 total thus far to $94.73. This includes donations of aluminum cans and other miscellaneous metals. We send these funds to the Children s Hospital Chaplaincy Department to supply Bibles for patients and their families including Spanish Bibles and other reading materials for their interfaith book cart. NOTE: Please separate different types of metals (they re weighed and valued individually). Cans of any type other than aluminum are not accepted. The deadline for the May Messenger submissions is tomorrow, April 18th. Please submit articles to Diane Felt at dfelt@universityparkumc.org. Your timeliness is always greatly appreciated.
This Week at UPark UMC (Continued) BREAKFAST BURRITOS!!! On May 8, the youth will be selling breakfast burritos to raise money for the two mission trips this summer. (Middle School youth head to Alamosa, Colorado and High School youth go to San Diego, California). We will prepare the burritos on Saturday, May 7, so they will be fresh and ready be eaten for Mother s Day Brunch or you can freeze them when you get them home. You will not believe the quality of these burritos. But, it s really not as much about the burrito as it is about the great work the youth will be able to do as a result of your support. Be ready to buy a bunch!! Preorders appreciated using the form below. UPARK UMC YOUTH BREAKFAST BURRITO FUNDRAISER Please place your Breakfast Burrito order by Sunday, May 1! Pick up your order on Sunday, May 8. Name Phone # Plain Burrito (eggs, potatoes, cheese): Quantity Loaded Burrito (same as plain plus sausage and green chili): Quantity Burritos are $3.00 each. You may pay by cash or check. Make checks payable to University Park UMC with burritos in the memo line. Place in offering plate, give to Duane Buys, or leave in the church office. DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION Wednesday Apr. 20 Thursday Apr. 21 Friday Apr. 22 Saturday Apr. 23 Sunday Apr. 24 8:00am 4:30pm 7:15pm 7:45am 8:30am 8:45am 12:00am Gentle Yoga with Máire & Ruth John Blinn Spiritual Direction Staff Meeting UMW Bible Study Rocky Mountain Theater for Kids Forgiveness Al Anon Graduate Christian Fellowship World Café Chair Yoga with Máire Yoga for the People with Kate Ross Sangha Meditation Choir Practice DU Tango Club PB&J Ministry Deacon Debby s Friday Bible Study Peniel Band Practice F.A. in Recovery Metro District Future Discernment Listening Rocky Mountain Theater for Kids Alzheimer s Support Group RMC Higher Ed Informal Worship Service Choristers: 2 nd 5 th grade R.A.F.T. Committee with Liza Stoltz Hanson Sunday School: children adult Choristers: 4 years 1 st grade Peniel Worship Service Traditional Worship Service Endowment Committee Sunday Night Ticket AA We Make the Road by Walking Study: with Rev. Dale Beck East Fellowship & Kitchen Choir Room Civic Center Park, Parlor Kitchen Various Rooms Sanctuary