Christ Church United Methodist
May 5, 2019
SERMON
9:00 and 11:15 am
Order of Worship
*HYMN OF PRAISE
Brian Childers
Exodus Jubilaté Ringers
Hymn 64
Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty
*INVITATION Rev. Brandon Dirks Pastor: Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore let us confess our sin before God and one another.
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION AND PARDON
People: Almighty and merciful God, we know that when we offend another, we offend you. We are aware that we have often allowed the shadow of hate to cloud our souls, hiding the light from our unseeking eyes. We have said unpleasant and hurtful things to our brothers and sisters when they failed to live up to our expectations. Grant that we might find that spark of love that ever burns within us, the love that you have shown to us even when we failed you. Fan the embers of that love until it roars again in flames of love, peace and reconciliation. Forgive us our sins and help us to forgive those who have sinned against us. Lead us into new life through your Son Jesus Christ, who died for the sins of all. Amen.
(Pray in silence)
Pastor: If we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Glory to God. Amen.
OFFERING (Please sign the attendance pad as it is passed down the pew.) Praise His Holy Name Chancel Choir
SCRIPTURE
*POSTLUDE
People: We lift them up to the Lord. Pastor: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give our thanks and praise.
Acts 15:1-21
Page 126 (NT) in the pew Bible 9:00 Barbie Dickens 11:15 Brian McWaters
Hymn 547
Postlude on ELLECOMBE
arr. Jason Payne
Proclaim to all one message, with hearts in glad accord!
*indicates standing as you are able.
Announcements
Pastor: ...we praise your name and join the unending hymn: People: 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!
Memorial Garden Renovation Construction will begin in July on the second Memorial Wall in our Memorial Garden. The plans include adding pathway lighting and signage that will help to communicate the sacred nature of the Garden so that visitors and community members can enjoy the space while understanding its purpose. To learn more about the renovation of the garden, visit Rev. Thom Brown in the Gathering Hall this morning.
Pastor: ...as we proclaim the mystery of faith. People: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again! Pastor: ...all honor and glory is yours, almighty God, now and forever. People: 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, forever. Amen.
GIVING OF THE BREAD AND CUP
If you need gluten free elements, please tell your server. If you cannot comfortably kneel, feel free to stand. If you are unable to come forward, indicate that to the servers as they come down the aisles. 9:00
Susan Williams, flute Nicholas Harward, cello
11:15
Susan Williams, flute Kellyn Boyd, piano Bless the Lord Bless the Lord my soul and bless God’s holy name. Bless the Lord my soul who leads me into life.
SAM May Outing May 22, join SAM for a special outing to the Kentucky History Museum and Josephine Park in Frankfort, KY. Cost is $18, and lunch is on your own. Please make your reservation by May 16 by calling 893-2201 x 328, online at ccum.net/SAM, or email
[email protected]. SAM events are open to individuals of all ages and throughout the community. Come and bring a friend!
Large-print hymnals, bulletins, hearing devices and loops are available. Please ask an usher if you need assistance. Hospital or Rehab: Bill Hindman [Norton Brownsboro]; Clare Lopez [Kindred Hospital]; Diane Norwood [Sam Swope Center]; Sue Causey [Baptist Rehab]; Rob Trabue [Good Samaritan]; Chuck Watt [Frazier]; Wayne Yeager [Episcopal Church Home]
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Used by permission One License A 702340
PRAYER AFTER RECEIVING COMMUNION
Encounter Christ Church May 15 at 6:00 pm in Room 158. This gathering is for people who are interested in membership and/or learning about how to get connected to the mission and ministries of this church. Visit ccum.net/encounter to register or contact Leigh Ray at
[email protected] or 893-2201 x222.
Our Church Family (as of Wednesday, May 1)
People: 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.
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen
O Church of God, United
*SENDING FORTH
Keith Hampton
*DOXOLOGY
*INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP *CLOSING HYMN
MUSIC DURING COMMUNION
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE
All:
*SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION Pastor: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Pastor: Lift up your hearts.
Third Sunday of Easter PRELUDE
Dr. George Strunk
Unity
Christian sympathy is extended to Sharon and Eddie Kraft on the death of Eddie’s brother, Michael Kraft, who died April 25; Sue Doderer on the death of her daughter.
Presence and Gifts (as of Sunday, April 28)
Worship - 962 Sunday Prepare Groups - 436 New Faith Communities - 154 April Participants in Small Groups, Short-Term Classes and Studies -400 Contributions Received Week Ending April 28, 2019: $ 40,789 Budgeted Contributions through April 30, 2019: $1,074,503 Actual Contributions Received through April 30, 2019: $1,031,785
Becoming living proof of God’s love, one person at a time.
Welcome Guests!
OUR MISSION
We are honored to worship with you today. No matter where you are in your faith journey, you are welcome here.
Becoming living proof of God’s love, one person at a time.
We are pursuing a mission of becoming living proof of God’s love, one person at a time. We walk together on this journey of discovering a different kind of life – the life we were created for – life in God’s love.
OUR VISION
All are invited to participate in Communion here. We welcome children of all ages into the service and to participate; later in the service children are dismissed for their own time of worship and community.* Connect With Us • Fill out the Connect Card and drop it in the offering plate during the service. • Take home the Guest Information Card in the pew. • Stop by the Guest Information Area in the Gathering Hall. *Children’s Activities are provided during all services 8 am to 12:15 pm in the Education Wing. See the Guest Services Desks for more information.
Worship
8:30 am Communion: Prayer Room 9 am: Sanctuary 10:05 am: Chapel 11:15 am: Sanctuary
Healing Divides as we:
ENGAGE IN SMALL GROUPS Becoming who God is calling you to be by experiencing the power and presence of Christ in a spiritually authentic small group.
PLANT NEW FAITH COMMUNITIES Supporting fresh ways to bring the light of God to new communities of people.
BLESS CHILDREN Meeting the basic needs of food, shelter, education, hope and love for Louisville’s children and adolescents.
Prepare CareGiver to CareGiver Support Group will meet Monday, May 6 from 3 to 4:30 pm in room 253. This is a lay-led group is for anyone who cares for a loved one with unique needs: parent, spouse, adult child, sibling, extended family member or friend. Contact Melissa Head at 893-2201 x263 or
[email protected].
OUR STRATEGY
United Methodist Men meet this coming Saturday, May 11, at 8 am in Fellowship Hall. All men of the church are invited to attend. Slightly Bad Girls Women’s Summer Study Wednesdays, June 5 - July 31 from 6:15 - 7:45 pm in Fellowship Hall. Gather this summer with women of all ages to explore five strong-willed women from Genesis who show how abundantly God loves all his daughters, flaws and all. Experience the amazing teaching of Liz Curtis Higgs via video and heart-lifting discussions with fellow sisters of faith, and you may just discover some new friends in this journey of faith long after the summer is over! Liz Curtis Higgs will kick off the event on June 5 and close the study on July 31. The cost of the event is $12, and it includes the book Slightly Bad Girls of the Bible. Pick up your books at the church or at the promotional table on Sunday, May 12 when Liz Curtis Higgs preaches on Mother’s Day. Childcare is provided for pre-registrants, and activities are also available for children and youth.
Serve ATTENTION GOLFERS: The Wesley Manor Golf Scramble will be Monday, May 20, at Woodhaven Country Club. You can sign up for a foursome or register as an individual. Plan to join us and help raise money for the Wesley Manor Charitable Care ministry! For a registration form or more information, call Anita Kuvin (964-3959), Mary Anne Reynolds (426-8638), or Norma Sledge (327-8011). The registration deadline is Wednesday, May 15.
THE FOUR QUESTIONS WHERE have you seen God’s love at work this week? HOW are you growing in God’s love this week? WHO has God placed in your path that needs to experience God’s love this week? HOW have you demonstrated God’s love this week?
