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 Holy Baptism Reception of New Members September 18, 2016 Whoever is faithful in a very little is faithful also in much; and whoever is dishonest in a very little is dishonest also in much. If then you have not been faithful with the dishonest wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches?" Luke 16:10-11 welcome We Gather Tricia Lindley PRELUDE Nimrod from Enigma Variations (Edward Elgar) Ty Woodward, Organist *Processional HYMN #2114 The Faith We Sing At the Font We Start Our Journey *Call to Worship Dan Nessel, Lay Lector Praise the Lord, O servants of the Lord! Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time on and forevermore. From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord be praised. Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time on and forevermore. *Choral ACT OF PRAISE "Let the people sing praise unto the Lord. Alleluia. Let all the people sing praise to the Lord, now worship the Lord, give thanks and sing. Praise the Lord!" *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.
CHILDREN S MESSAGe Tricia Lindley #2233 TFWS Where Children Belong This, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, God s word, bread and cup, prayer and song: This is where children belong. As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward. baptism Olivia Elise Iskander Pike (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 Children's Church in the Chapel. Our Mission & Common Life Rev. Robert English We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship, for worship, and for service. Thanks be to God! We Hear God s Word The gospel Luke 16:1-13 (Pew Bible page 79, N.T.) The Gospel of Christ. Thanks be to God! sermon "DISCIPLE: Accountability" Dan Nessel Rev. Patricia Farris We respond Invitation to Prayer #2029 TFWS Praise to the Lord listening for the voice of GOD Rev. English SILENt prayer & Pastoral Prayer 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.
sacrament of holy baptism Sunday, September 18, 2016 Parents respond in bold italics. Congregation responds with words printed in bold type. introduction over Rev. Patricia Farris Brothers and Sisters in Christ, from the beginnings of Christianity, baptism has been our entrance into the family of faith. We believe that baptism is an outward and visible sign of the grace of Jesus Christ at work in our lives. Through this grace, we enter into a special relationship with Christ, with each other, and with the church of every time and place. Those who receive this sacrament are marked as disciples of Jesus and are part of the fellowship of the universal Christian church. Jesus has expressly given children a place among God s people; it is a privilege which should not be denied them. He said: Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs. Presentation Michael Lamb, Lay Leader I am pleased to present to you Olivia Elise Is k a n d e r Pi k e for Baptism. those to be baptized (Questions to the Parents) Rev. Robert English 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? We do. Rev. Farris 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? We do. Tricia Lindley Will you nurture Olivia in Christ s holy church, that by your teaching and example she may be guided to accept God s grace for herself, to profess her faith openly, and to lead a Christian life? We will.
Michael Lamb (To the Congregation) Do you, as Christ s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ? We do. Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include this child 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 a true disciple who walks in the way that leads to life. Baptism Rev. Farris Olivia Elise, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Hymn #611 United Methodist Hymnal Child of Blessing, Child of Promise (verses 1 & 2) introduction Michael Lamb Members of the household of faith, I commend Olivia to your love and care. Do all in your power to increase her faith, confirm her hope, and perfect her in love. We are thankful for you, Olivia. You are already a blessing in our lives. You have made the world a richer place, and you are part of our family, the family of God. We have already made a place for you in our hearts and prayers. We pray God s blessing upon you, your family, all who love you now, and those who will also come to love you. In your baptism, we renew our promise to faithfully participate in the life of the Church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness, that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. By God s grace, may you grow in wisdom and faith. May you always walk in God s ways, and rejoice in the knowledge that you are a member of the beloved community of God. Amen.
choral response reception of new members (see insert) Michael Leonard Geczi, Raphael Souza Rosalen, Phillip Taylor Sundin 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. Credit cards are now accepted at the Sunday Hospitality Table during Coffee Fellowship. Thank you. May God grow in us generous and joyful hearts. THE OFFERTORY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music Director Hallelujah Chorus from Mount of Olives (Ludwig van Beethoven) Hallelujah unto God s almighty son. Praise the Lord, ye bright angelic choirs, in holy songs of joy. Man, proclaim His grace and glory, hallelujah. *Response #94 United Methodist Hymnal The Doxology *Unison Prayer of Dedication Michael Lamb, Lay Leader Gracious God, move our hearts to praise your goodness by sharing with others. Make us bold in asking, tireless in seeking, joyful in finding, thankful in receiving, and generous in giving, following Christ our Lord. Amen. We go forth to serve *hymn #438 UMH Forth in Thy Name, O Lord *BenedictION *Benediction response Postlude Prelude and Fugue in G 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.
As we gather for worship this morning, please see an usher if you need information or assistance. If you would like to learn more about baptism or membership, or inquire about baptism for your children, please see one of our pastors. Nursery Care is available at 9 a.m. in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are welcome to worship in the sanctuary or in the Kids Zone in the narthex. 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. Flowers at the Reredos: Flowers are in honor of the children and youth of this church and to celebrate a new year of ministry with both! To request prayers, you may fill in a Let's Connect/Let Us Pray card found in the pews, and drop it 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. Stop by the Hospitality Table in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center during Coffee Fellowship today for information, to find the latest Book Study books, to inquire about membership at First UMC or to ask whatever might be on your mind! We're here to serve you. In the Fireside Room: YSP: A Look Back. As the Youth Service Project team prepares for their service trip Report Back on October 2, a pictoral look back at YSP trips throughout the years is now on display. Preparing an estate is good Christian stewardship saying thanks to God, expressing your love and concern for family, and showing charity toward others. Join the First UMC Legacy Circle: info@santamonicaumc.org. Next Sunday: Worship at 10 a.m.; Rev. Patricia Farris will preach the fourth of the Fall 2016 Sermon Series: DISCIPLE: Practice Generosity. Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In September bring macaroni & cheese, and packaged dinners. Resident Bishop Bishop Grant J. Hagiya West District Superintendent Rev. Mark M. Nakagawa 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
reception of New Members Sunday, September 18, 2016 New Members respond in bold italics. Congregation responds with words printed in bold type. introduction Michael Lamb, Lay Leader The church is of God, and will be preserved to the end of time, for the conduct of worship and the due administration of God s Word and Sacraments, the maintenance of Christian fellowship and discipline, the edification of believers, and the conversion of the world. All, of every age and station, stand in need of the means of grace which it alone supplies. introduction of New Members Michael Leonard Geczi Raphael Souza Rosalen Phillip Taylor Sundin Rev. Patricia Farris to those being received 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. As a member of Christ s universal church, will you be loyal to The United Methodist Church, and do all in your power to strengthen its ministries? I will. As a member of this congregation, will you participate faithfully in its ministries by your prayers, your presence, your gifts, your service, and your witness? I will. over
to the congregation and new members Rev. Robert English Let us join together in professing the Christian faith as contained in the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments. Do you believe in God? I believe in God, Creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ? I believe in Jesus Christ, God s only Son, our Lord. Do you believe in the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit. commendation and welcome Michael Lamb Members of the household of God, I commend these persons to your love and care. Do all in your power to increase their faith, confirm their hope, and perfect them in love. We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome you in Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and in this congregation of The United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant to participate faithfully in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness, that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.
F O C U S O N financial peace university September 18, 2016 Whether you re paycheck to paycheck, deep in debt, making ends meet, or doing well, Dave Ramsey s Financial Peace University is an excellent place to begin the new year. Start on your own amazing journey and learn how to control your money. Dave Ramsey s 7 Baby Steps will guide you on your path to financial peace. Through video teaching, class discussions and interactive small group activities, FPU presents practical steps to get from where you are to where you ve dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely. Lesson plans include: Super Saving, Relating with Money, Cash Flow Planning, Dumping Debt, Retirement and College Planning, Unleashing the Power of Generous Giving, and more. First UMC Member Sherry Erlandson leads the nine-week class, which meets for about an hour and a half each week. If you live like no one else, later you can live like no one else Dave Ramsey Make all you can, save all you can, give all you can. John Wesley My favorite part of the class was learning how to create a budget that fits our family and has been maintainable since our first FPU class a few years ago. Sarah Rold Tonight is the first class. Registration is still open at: www.daveramsey.com/fpu/locations/class/1026550. Financial Peace University: Meets for 9 Sundays, 6:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room 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 September: Macaroni & cheese, and packaged dinners * Sundays at First UMC 9 a.m. Lectionary Scripture Discussion, FR 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 Rehearsal, CHR 5 p.m. simple church, Chapel 6 p.m. UMYF, Youth Lounge Today - Baptism Reception of New Members 11 a.m. Hospitality & Emergency Preparedness Training, FR 11 a.m. Free Blood Pressure Screenings, SH 11:15 a.m. Acolyte & Crucifer Training, S 2:30 p.m. Walk the Labyrinth, SH 6:30 p.m. Financial Peace University, FR Tuesday, September 20 7 a.m. Men s Breakfast, FR Wednesday, September 21 9 a.m. UMW Workparty/Lunch, WR Thursday, September 22 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal, CHR Saturday, September 24 10 a.m. Sacred Yoga, FR 4 p.m. Habitat for Humanity Carnival, OS Sunday, September 25 11:30 a.m. Rev. Farris Book Study/Potluck, FR 6:30 p.m. Financial Peace University, FR Scan this QR code with your smart phone to go directly to First UMC s online giving page. Highlights First UMC Labyrinth - Today The First UMC Labyrinth resumes today and will be open monthly for walks. Walking the labyrinth is an ancient spiritual practice, a way to quiet our minds and open our spirits to the presence of the Holy. Every step a prayer. Today, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Simkins Hall. Labyrinth open by appointment also. Sacred Yoga Santa Monica yoga instructor Temitope leads Sacred Yoga, a monthly spiritual yoga class open to all. Whether you are new to yoga and meditation or practice regularly, this class is the perfect way to find stillness in your mind and body as well as center and strengthen your spirit. Saturday September 24, 10 a.m., Fireside Room. Bring a mat. Donations welcome. Habitat for Humanity Carnival & Silent Auction Join First UMC and the Westside Church Coalition in a family-friendly event to help fund Patience House the Habitat LA home. There will be construction-themed games for kids, pastor construction competitions, amazing silent auction items, live music, food and more! Tickets: $35 per adult/$10 per child, purchase online: www.buildahabitathome.com. Saturday September 24, 4-7:30 p.m., Westwood UMC (10497 Wilshire Blvd.) September Book-of-the-Month Study & Potluck Rev. Patricia Farris begins the new Fall Book Study season with Ferguson & Faith: Sparking Leadership and Awakening Community, by Leah Gunning Francis. Next Sunday September 25, 11:30 a.m., Fireside Room. Book available online and at the Sunday Hospitality Table. Bring a dish to share. 10th Annual Blessing of the Animals All pets large and small and in-between are welcome to First UMC s Blessing of the Animals. Come early at 9:30 a.m. for refreshments and children s activities. Blessings begin at 10 a.m. Please bring new pet food and supplies for the shelter animals. Pick up a pet tag and be sure to visit the photo booth. *Volunteers are needed to help set-up and breakdown. Contact Karen Hopkins for details on volunteering: karsails10@gmail. com. Saturday October 1, 9:30 a.m. in the Courtyard. 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)