HOLMAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

HOLMAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church of the Bells 3320 West Adams Boulevard Los Angeles California 90018 Phone: (323) 703-5868 Email: Holman@holmanumc.com www.holmanumc.com Visit us on Facebook: HolmanChurch Twitter: @HolmanUMC BISHOP WARNER H. BROWN, JR., Interim Senior Pastor DR. MARGUERITE PHILLIPS, Minister of Congregational Care Ministries REV. OLIVER BUIE, Minister of Community Engagement REV. JAMES M. LAWSON, JR., Pastor Emeritus 12 th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST AUGUST 12, 2018 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children, and live in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:1-2 The 11:00 a.m. Worship Celebration is broadcast LIVE on KJLH Radio Free 102.3 FM and worldwide on www.kjlhradio.com TODAY S RADIO BROADCAST MINISTRY IS SPONSORED IN THANKSGIVING FOR OUR RADIO BROADCAST MINISTRY We are grateful to all who have supported this ministry of over 35 years through your sponsorships, and to our radio audience locally, nationally and worldwide who tune in and share in the ministry of Holman United Methodist Church. Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered. Proverbs 11:25-26 1945-2018 RESET FOR TRANSITION Making a Commitment to Improvement through Alignment and Involvement This Temple is going to end up far better than it started out, a glorious beginning but an even more glorious finish: a place in which I will hand out wholeness and holiness. (Decree of God-of-the-Angel-Armies. ) Haggai 2:9 The Message 1

WORSHIP CELEBRATION PRELUDE *** O Perfect Love Dorothy F. Gurney Robert Johnson, Jr. ***GREETING CENTERING MOMENT Renewal begins when a person is exposed to the forces that will stretch him and help him to discover the power of Christ in the relationships where he feels least secure. A church discovers renewal when it preaches and acts in a way which motivates the members to move from their specialties into other dimensions of life. Keith Miller & Bruce Larson *CALL TO WORSHIP (Based on Psalm 111:1-6) Leader: Let us praise the Lord in the assembly of the upright! People: Let us praise the Lord in the congregation of the faithful. Leader: Let us praise the Lord, for the works of the Lord are great. People: Let us praise the Lord, for he is gracious and full of compassion. Leader: Let us praise the Lord, for he has declared to his people the power of his works. People: Let us praise the Lord with our whole heart! *PROCESSIONAL HYMN UMH #384 Love Divine, All Love Excelling *PRAYER FOR CONFESSION (in unison) (Based on John 6:51-58) Brother Jesus, you have said in your word that you are the bread of life sent down from heaven. Forgive the quarreling and spiteful ways we abuse your gift of life to us. You said in your word that you alone are eternal life to those who believe. Forgive our unbelief and unfaithful actions. You said in your word that you alone give us life. Forgive our searching for life in dead and lonely places. You said in your word that if we abide you, you would abide in us. Forgive us when we, like lost sheep, have sought comfort in far away places. You said in your word that you gave your life so that the world may have life. Forgive us when we have failed to tell that good news to those around us and to one another. Bread of heaven, come down again, feed us, and rest in our hearts. We ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen. *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE & PASSING OF THE PEACE UMH #431 Let There be Peace on Earth MINISTRY OF MUSIC Keith McGruder and Duane Williams *** Love Lifted Me duet Howard Smith *SCRIPTURE Ephesians 4:25-5:2 *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Liturgist: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God! MINISTRY OF MUSIC Keith McGruder and Duane Williams *** There s a Spirit of Love in This Place duet Mark Miller * Congregation please rise as you are able. *** Worshipers may enter. 2

SERMON LIVE IN LOVE Bishop Warner H. Brown, Jr. INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP, MEMBERSHIP AND COMPANIONSHIP (ALTAR CALL) Persons desiring to become disciples of Jesus Christ and/or members of Holman UMC are asked to come forward and complete a Discipleship / Membership / Intercessory Prayer Response Card found in the pew rack. Please place the card in the offering plate and/or bring it with you to the Altar while the choir / congregation is singing. O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee UMH #430 PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS Offertory Touch Somebody's Life With Your Goodness and Love Raymond Rasberry Duane Williams soloist *Doxology UMH #95 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow OFFERTORY PRAYER Creator and Architect of the Universe! You, Lord, created the night and the day, the weeks and the months. We convinced ourselves that one day was for worship, when we know in our deepest being that every day and every moment is a celebration in worship of your love. As we offer our gifts this morning, stoke in us a fire to live every one of our days as a testimony to your love. We pray it in Christ s name, who in love died for us. Amen. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS & VISITORS INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN MINISTRY (ANNOUNCEMENTS) *HYMN OF SENDING FORTH AND RECESSIONAL UMH #399 Take My Life, and Let It Be *BENEDICTION Pastor: Go forth, knowing the works of the Lord are sure; People: The commandments of the Lord are light and life to those who believe; The knowledge of the Lord is forever, the presence of the Lord is awesome and certain; The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; And, the power of the Lord can change your life forever. Amen. As we depart worship, wherever you go, toll YOUR Bell!! POSTLUDE Love Lifted Me James Rowe Robert Johnson, Jr. PARTICIPATING IN OUR SERVICES TODAY: Bishop Warner H. Brown, Jr., Dr. Marguerite Phillips, Rev. Oliver Buie; Liturgists: (8:00 am) Ethel Edison, (11:00 am) Alnita Dunn; Music Ministry coordinated by William Campbell, Jr.; Robert Johnson, Jr., assistant director and organist; Ushers chaired by Gilbert Jones; Acolytes coordinated by Pearlene Allison and Muriel Parker; Greeters chaired by Donna Richardson; Hospitality Ministry coordinated by Sharon Jackson and Renee Levi; New Members Ministry chaired by Sharon Hodgson; Van Transportation Ministry coordinated by Keith McGruder; Media Ministry: David Sears, Keith McGruder, Mark Conway, Fitzroy Younge and Van Scott. 3

HEART TO HEART Wesley Covenant Prayer I am no longer my own, but thine. Put me to what thou wilt, rank me with whom thou wilt. Put me to doing, put me to suffering. Let me be employed by thee or laid aside for thee, exalted for thee or brought low for thee. Let me be full, let me be empty. Let me have all things, let me have nothing. I freely and heartily yield all things to thy pleasure and disposal. And now, O glorious and blessed God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, thou art mine, and I am thine. So be it. And the covenant which I have made on earth, let it be ratified in heaven. Amen. WORDS OF APPRECIATION The Holman United Methodist Men thank all who attended the J. Saunders Thompson-Bill Fisher Dodgers Night. We have only missed one season since 1958 (player strike). A good fellowship was had even though the home team lost. Holman Church Family, we are grateful for the care and kindness you extended to us during our time of bereavement upon the passing of our sister, Clarice Crump. SANDRA AND BILL HARDY & FAMILY NEW PRAYER REQUESTS Daryl Jackson, Arthur Jackson FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR We give thanks for the flowers that adorn our altar, a visible witness of God s creation. A flower cannot blossom without sunshine, and man cannot live without love. Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature. Ephesians, chapter 4, verse 29: Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is useful for building up, as there is need, so that your words may give grace to those who hear. 4

THIS WEEK AT HOLMAN AUGUST 12 TO AUGUST 25, 2018 TLC Nursery, 7 am, Nursery FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 9:30 am, L.L. White Hall Sponsored and Coordinated by Elton and Gloria Bailey Beta Double Ring Club CHILDREN & YOUTH CHURCH SCHOOL 9:30 am, Love Educ. Bldg. Adults Church School, 9:45 am: ADULT BIBLE STUDY Love Educ. Bldg., Room 5 BOOK TALK Lawson MP Bldg., Room 204 Cherub Choir Rehearsal, 10:15 am, Johnson Chapel FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 12:30 pm, L.L. White Hall Coordinated by Hospitality Ministry and Team of Volunteers Greeting Card Care Ministry Meeting, 1 pm, Room 202 UMW Executive Board Meeting, 1 pm, Crockett Library In HIS Steps Liturgical Dance Rehearsal, 1:30 pm, Sanctuary MONDAY Storehouse is open (for the needy), 1 pm 3 pm (Mon. Wed. & Fri.), Love Educ. Bldg. Circle of Care for Women Cancer Survivors, 3:30 pm, Crockett Library Focus Point Small Group, 6:30 pm, Crockett Library WE RESUME ON AUGUST 20 TH TUESDAY Banners & Paraments Ministry, 10 am, Room 203 LINE DANCING (Health & Wellness Ministry) 5 pm, L.L. White Hall (fee applies: $5) BROTHER TO BROTHER BIBLE STUDY, 6 pm, Room 204 H.O.P.E. Committee Meeting, 7 pm, Woodson Parlor SPPRC Meeting, 7 pm, Room 202 WEDNESDAY Circle of Care for Diabetes Support Group, 11 am, Room 202 Joyful Noise Summer Choir, 7 pm, Bowick Music Room THURSDAY Banners & Paraments Ministry, 10 am, Room 203 BIBLE STUDY, 12 pm, Crockett Library In HIS Steps Dance Ministry, 6 pm, Sanctuary Beyond the Battlefield Ministry, 6:30 pm, Room 203 Holman Taskforce on Homelessness, 7 pm, Crockett Library Holman Choir Rehearsal, 7:30 pm, Bowick Music Room Rehearsals resume September 6 th FRIDAY Friday Morning Prayer, Share & Communion Service, 7 am, Johnson Chapel CONGREGATIONAL CARE: TAKE CARE OF YOU WORKSHOPS, 10 am, Crockett Library SATURDAY SATURDAY MORNING PRAISE & WORSHIP, 7 am, Sanctuary All are welcome! Join us and experience your blessing! Holman Bell Choir Rehearsal, 9 am, Love Ed. Bldg., Rm. 1 RADIO BROADCAST SPONSORSHIP SPONSORSHIP COST: $900.00 Celebrate a Special Occasion / Honor a Loved One AUGUST 19 OCTOBER 21 SEPTEMBER 2 OCTOBER 28 SEPTEMBER 9 NOVEMBER 4 SEPTEMBER 16 NOVEMBER 11 SEPTEMBER 23 NOVEMBER 18 SEPTEMBER 30 DECEMBER 9 OCTOBER 7 DECEMBER 23 I would like to sponsor the Radio Broadcast on the date(s) designated above. Payment Info: Cash Check # Online Amount: $ Thank you for your support of this ministry of outreach! 5

MINISTRY AND MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS WEEKLY HEALTH TIP: National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. Communities across the country use the month each year to raise awareness about the important role vaccines play in preventing serious, sometimes deadly, diseases across the lifespan. BELLRINGER CORRECTION Please note that birthdays listed in the August issue of the Bellringer are for August, though the heading erroneously says September Celebrants. NEXT SUNDAY IS STOREHOUSE SUNDAY. As part of our outreach to the community, our Storehouse Ministry provides food to those in need. We distribute food on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays, 1:00 pm 3:00 pm. Persons in need of food are required to call 211 on those days, between 8:00 am and 8:30 am, to be added to the food distribution list for that day. Holman members and friends are encouraged to bring donations of canned goods and non-perishable items each 3 rd Sunday and deposit them in the bin located just inside the front doors of the church. Monetary contributions are also welcome. GREETERS MINISTRY We are looking for new members to serve one Sunday per month (8am or 11am service) and for special events as needed. It is a joy to welcome everyone into God's house for worship, or to our campus for special activities. We would love to have you on our team. Would you consider joining us? Call the church office or see Donna Richardson. NEW CHURCH PHONE NUMBER We have a new phone number 323.703.5868 We are still in the process of fine tuning our service, but you may call the church office directly at the above telephone number. If the call is not answered, you will have access to a voicemail directory to leave a message. Thank you for your patience as we continue to work through implementation of this system. ORDINATION FOR NEEMA CYRUS-FRANKLIN Holman family is invited to this celebration, TODAY, August 12 th, Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6323 W. 80 th Street, L.A. 90045 at 3:30 pm. Reception to follow. MEN S CANCER ENTWORK, INC. 5 th annual Let s Talk About It Health Conference will be held Saturday, September 15 th. It s a FREE event. For location and registration please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ 5th-annual-lets-talk-about-it-its-your-health-registration- 48776015375). If you are available to teach or volunteer please contact the church at 323.703.5868 Children & Youth Church School 9:30 AM TO 10:10 AM Love Education Building 1 st through 4 th Sundays CHILDREN MEET IN ROOM 7 Today s Lesson: Live in Love Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5-2 The children will learn to use Jesus' secret weapon to defeat negative influences in their life so they become imitators of Jesus Christ. Deborah Mitchell Director Children s Ministry damchell@gmail.com YOUTH MEET IN ROOM 8 Joe Luckett Director Youth Ministries joe@joeluckett.com CHERUB CHOIR REHEARSAL @ 10:15 am 10:45 am in JOHNSON CHAPEL (children ages mature 3 yrs. to grade 5/6) VOICES OF HARMONY (5/6 grade to high school, plus) All youth are invited to join us 2 nd 4 th Sundays at 10:15 am for rehearsals! We sing on 4 th Sundays! Join us in giving God your praise in song!!! 6

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 12, 2018 Worship Celebration 8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. SERMON NOTES LIVE IN LOVE SCRIPTURE EPHESIANS 4:25-5:2 Bishop Warner H. Brown, Jr. REFLECTION During the month of August, Bishop Brown is preaching a series of sermons on the theme in Love. According to Charles Wesley, Love is the nature and name of God. Continuing with the text of Wesley s epic hymn, Come, O Thou Traveler Unknown, God is not just Love, but pure, Universal Love, whose mercies move to me, to all. Therefore, the movement of love in the human community can be understood to be the movement of the Spirit as an offering of love for all people. The apostle Paul gives a laundry list of items mature Christians are to put away (v. 25-31). Though not intended to be an exhaustive list, Paul is offering ways for these growing Christians to imitate Christ and live in true righteousness and holiness (v. 24). While we do not earn our salvation by good works, we are called to work out our salvation with fear and trembling (Philippians 2:12). At the very least then, this means that in order to grow in Christian maturity, there must be intentionality and change in our habits. (See Biblical Background for more clarification.) Where are you feeling God s call to put away certain habits or attitudes? Growing in Christian discipleship requires that we put away tendencies, habits, and attitudes that are contrary to the gospel as well as take on new postures that open us to the power of God s grace (holy habits, prayer, Scripture reading, etc.). It is through these new postures and habits that we become what is seemingly impossible imitators of God for others, thus fulfilling the Greatest Commandment to love God and our neighbors. L KING AHEAD 13 th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Sunday, August 19, 2018 Bishop Warner H. Brown, Jr. 14 th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Sunday, August 26, 2018 Bishop Warner H. Brown, Jr. Inspiring the world as passionate followers of Jesus Christ so all may experience God s life-giving love. Cal-Pac UMC Annual Conference Vision Statement Father in heaven, draw us near to you. As we journey in the wilderness, guide our steps in your will. Amen 8