SERVICE OF WORSHIP Trinity Sunday June 11, 2017 8:30 a.m. The Holy Trinity by Andrei Rublev United in the Spirit, First United Methodist Church of Belmont exists to be more like Jesus Christ for our community and beyond REV. GEORGE RAGSDALE, PASTOR 807 South Point Road // Belmont, NC 28012 P: 704-825-2106 // F: 704-825-2176 www.fumcbelmont.org
PRAISE AND PRAYER *SONG Creation Sings the Father s Song 1. Creation sings the Father's song He calls the sun to wake the dawn And run the course of day Till evening falls in crimson rays His fingerprints in flakes of snow His breath upon this spinning globe He charts the eagle's flight Commands the newborn baby's cry Hallelujah Let all creation stand and sing Hallelujah Fill the earth with songs of worship Tell the wonders of creation's King 2. Creation gazed upon His face The ageless One in time's embrace Unveiled the Father's plan Of reconciling God and man A second Adam walked the earth Whose blameless life would break the curse Whose death would set us free To live with Him eternally 3. Creation longs for His return When Christ shall reign upon the earth The bitter wars that rage Are birth pains of a coming age When He renews the land and sky All heaven will sing and earth reply With one resplendent theme The glory of our God and King 2008 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) CCLI License # 2246165
*SONG Praise the Father, Praise the Son 1. O sov'reign God O matchless King The saints adore the angels sing And fall before the throne of grace To You belongs the highest praise 2. These sufferings this passing tide Under Your wings I will abide And ev'ry enemy shall flee You are my hope and victory Praise the Father praise the Son Praise the Spirit Three in One Clothed in power and in grace The name above all other names 3. To the valley for my soul Thy great descent has made me whole Your word my heart has welcomed home Now peace like water ever flows Yours is the kingdom Yours is the power Yours is the glory forever Yours is the kingdom Yours is the power Yours is the glory forever 2008 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Vamos Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Wondrously Made Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) CCLI License # 2246165 *PRAYER PROCLAMATION OF GOD S WORD OLD TESTAMENT LESSON (Pg. 1) Genesis 1: 1-2:4a This is the Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
SERMON Rev. George Ragsdale RESPONSE TO GOD S WORD PRAYER OF INTERCESSION After each petition we enter into the prayer together with these words: Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer. INVITATION TO THE LORD S TABLE PRAYER OF CONFESSION O God, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen: You place us in your creation, and you command us to care for it. Your works declare glory and splendor, and you call us to praise and reverence. Where we have degraded or destroyed earth's bounty, forgive us. Where we have taken beauty and majesty for granted, have mercy upon us. Where we have become estranged from the creatures with whom we share this planet, grant us your peace. Renew us in the waters of baptism, refresh us with the winds of your spirit, and sustain us with the bread of life. In the name of Jesus Christ, and for the sake of the new creation, we pray. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! Glory to God. Amen. As a forgiven and reconciled child of God, you are invited to give your offerings and gifts to God by placing them in the offering plate when you come forward to receive communion. THANKSGIVING AND COMMUNION *TAKING THE BREAD AND CUP *THE GREAT THANKSGIVING The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. we praise your name and join their unending hymn: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. as we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died; Christ is risen; Christ will come again. now and for ever. 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, for ever. Amen. *BREAKING THE BREAD SHARING THE BREAD AND CUP Music During Communion Holy, Holy, Holy PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves for others in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. GOING FORTH AS WITNESSES TO THE WORLD *BENEDICTION Larson
*SONG How Great Is Our God 1. The splendor of the King Clothed in majesty Let all the earth rejoice All the earth rejoice He wraps Himself in light And darkness tries to hide And trembles at His voice And trembles at His voice How great is our God Sing with me How great is our God And all will see how great How great is our God 2. Age to age He stands And time is in His hands Beginning and the End Beginning and the End The Godhead three in one Father Spirit Son The Lion and the Lamb The Lion and the Lamb Name above all names Worthy of all praise My heart will sing How great is our God 2004 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Wondrously Made Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) CCLI License # 2246165 *POSTLUDE *Those who are able please stand
WELCOME! We re glad you chose to worship with us this morning. We invite you to check out the pportunities we have for children, youth and adults of all ages and stages of life. We offer ministries and a community of faith that will help challenge and encourage you as together we seek to grow as faithful followers of Jesus Christ, serving God and our neighbor in all that we do. THE ROSEBUD on the altar is in celebration of the birth of a daughter Avery Elizabeth Tipton to Adam and Mary Beth Tipton on May 30, 2017. THE GOSPEL IN DISNEY Next week we begin a new sermon series, The Gospel in Disney, using four Disney classics to explore themes of our faith: Finding Dory, Frozen, Zootopia, and Beauty and the Beast. Following the sermon each week, informal groups will gather in host s homes for watch parties and discussion. Groups are forming on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 a.m., Friday or Saturday evenings at 7:00 p.m., or Sunday evenings at 5:00 p.m. (for potluck dinner!). You can sign up in the narthex or by visiting www.fumcbelmont.org/movies. For more information, reach Stefanie Pruden at stefpruden@gmail.com. THURSDAY SMALL-GROUP: The small-group that meets on Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m. will be starting a new study on June 15th. The group will be discussing the book Daring Greatly by Brene Brown. If you would be interested in joining this group, contact Adrian Lunsford by emailing adrianlunsford@yahoo.com. The study will last 7 weeks. Youth Announcements MONDAY MUNCHIES ON JUNE 12 Youth can sign up on the church website to meet our Youth Director, Margie Ligon, for a munchie such as popcorn, cotton candy or snoballs. Times and locations vary throughout the day. JUNE 14 - DINNER AND DEVO From 6:15-7:30 p.m. come to the Youth House for dinner, fellowship and devotion. o u! The staff at North Belmont Elementary school asked me to thank everyone Y k n for supporting the labels and box top for education program. With our help, and T ha the help of other churches, they were able to purchase over $1,000 worth of sports equipment for the students to use. If you are interested in participating, just cut out and place the box tops for education in the box on the cross in the Narthex (the labels for education program is ending this summer). I will make sure that they are taken to the school - Thank you. Linda Piltch
VISITORS: Stop by our welcome table in the narthex as you leave today to receive a small gift and more information about our church. We would love to know more about you, so please sign the attendance pad as it is passed down your pew and share your contact information so that we can be in touch with you. CHURCH UPDATES VIA TEXT MESSAGING Did you know our church sends occasional news and important updates via text message? If you haven t signed up yet, text FUMCBELMONT to 313131 or visit www.fumcbelmont.org/text. You can opt out at any time. NEW TRANSPORTATION MINISTRY: We are beginning a new ministry to help homebound members and others who need transportation get to church. If you or someone you know would be interested in a ride to church, or you d be willing to help on occasion with driving, please contact Bill Coley at tonkatruck97@yahoo.com or 843-360-3607. DO YOU NEED A NAMETAG? Our Outreach Committee is excited to announce that we have new church nametags available for anyone who might need or want one. These new name tags have been updated to include our new church logo and attach to your clothing with a magnetic backing. To order your name tag, visit www.fumcbelmont.org/nametag to enter your name as you d like it to appear. A sign-up sheet is also available in the narthex. Finished name tags will be available in the narthex. DID YOU KNOW? You can support Zoe s general fund every time you shop on AmazonSmile. Amazon will donate 0.05% of the price of your eligible purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. Amazon Smile is the same Amazon that you shop, with the added benefit of supporting a charitable organization. Get started by going to www.smile.amazon.com and search for Zoe Ministry in Garner, NC. Then just start shopping as normal. PASTOR GEORGE S WEEKLY EMAIL: Pastor George sends a weekly email, delivered to your inbox on Friday that will include brief devotional thought to prepare for Sunday s worship, congregational news, and other items of interest. If you d like to receive this email, send your email address to george@fumcbelmont.org. Or, text PASTORMAIL to 22828. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING THE FUMC FAMILY? If you d like to know more about joining our church, please contact Pastor George at 704-825-2106 or george@fumcbelmont.org to talk with him further. We d be honored to welcome you officially as part of our family! Like FUMC? Like Facebook? Then "like" FUMC on Facebook! It's a great way to get updates on events, receive inspirational messages, and share our mission with the community. To like our page, just go to facebook.com/fumcbelmont or search for "First United Methodist Church Belmont" on the site/app.
GETHER, WE RE G IV S NE M L AT A ME. GER O N T KE THE WE K D O F This Father s Day offer the bread of life through the Gaston County Weekend Backpack Food Program. Your gift will bring comfort to a mom or dad in our community in knowing their child will not go hungry. Also with this gift, you can honor a special person or the memory of someone you hold dear. Did you know? 66% of students in Gaston County schools are eligible to receive free lunch Local churches and organizations provide breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks on the weekends We hope to sponsor 25 children again in the coming year YOU CAN HELP! All gifts received by June 12 will be noted in the June 18 bulletin. Contact Kristen Surratt with questions: kristen@fumcbelmont.org Given by: Given in honor of: Given in memory of: I would like an honor or memorial giving card: Yes No *Available for pickup during office hours June 13-16 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) Select your gift: Quantity Cost Weekend meals for one child, one weekend $ 10. Weekend meals for one child, one month $ 40. Weekend meals for one child, one year $330. Total Due:
WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, June 11 8:30 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Worship Church Breakfast Sunday School Worship Youth Leadership Team Knitting Group Youth Leaders Meeting PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER Monday, June 12 6:30 p.m. Monday Munchies With Margie Missions and Service Meeting Wednesday, June 14 6:15 p.m. Dinner & Devo with Margie 6:30 p.m. Children s Council Meeting Debbie Ballard (mother of Chelsea & Josh Elmore) Mark & Deb Baxa Cheryl Fleming Bobbie Jones (mother of Crystal Cooper) Alan Austin and Family (Jessica Durham) Grandfather of Nicholas Cochran The United Methodist Church and the Commission on a Way Forward Bette Armstrong and family upon the death of her daughter in-law, Ruth Pettus The family of Harold Archer, upon his death Jennifer McSwain Martin The family of Helen Dellinger upon her death (Teri Wilson) Mike Harrison Rita Greene and family upon the passing of her mother, Opal Cline, in Tazewell, TN Mary Lou Doles (Beulah Mullinax) Jasmine Ruff (Maggie Mooe) Beverly Harris (sister in-law of Janice Pennington) Richard Armstrong Thursday, June 15 9:00 a.m. Missional Network Meeting 7:00 p.m. Outreach Committee Meeting Sunday, June 18 8:30 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. If you have an emergency or have a confidential prayer request, please contact George at the church office (704-825-2106) or his cell (704-249-0645). The names above will remain on the prayer list for one month unless otherwise notified. Worship Church Breakfast Sunday School Worship Knitting Group Youth Group Articles for the July newsletter are due no later than June 20. Please email them to Carole at carole@fumcbelmont.org OUR STAFF Rev. George Ragsdale ~ Pastor Kristen Surratt ~ Director of Discipleship Ministries Renee Painter ~ Director of Music Janice Pennington ~ Business Manager Margie Ligon ~ Director of Youth Ministry Linda Smith ~ CDC Director Carole Bertino ~ Administrative Assistant