Ministry Opportunities The Altar Flowers are Given to the Glory of God in Memory of her mother, Bernice Dix & her cousin, Rosie Baldwin, by Carolyn Dix. Thanks to Your Generosity! New Beginnings collected $305.87 for the Peace with Justice Sunday Special Offering on last Sunday. Vacation Bible School Update: Those volunteering or interested in volunteering for VBS 2018 (June 20-22) are asked to meet in the Sanctuary immediately following service today. For more information, please contact Julia Benson (
[email protected]). Central District Pre-Conference Meeting: Sunday, April 29th, 3:00 p.m. at Gardendale-Mt. Vernon UMC (805 Crest Drive, Gardendale, AL). Summer Camp Application Deadline: Please submit all applications and forms to the Student Ministries Team leaders by Tuesday, May 1st. Trustee Team Meetings: Wednesday, May 2nd at 6:00 p.m. and a Vision Workshop led by the pastor on Monday, May 7th at 6:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study: Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. and Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. Sunday School Review & Prayer Meeting: Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Join us to discuss next Sunday’s Lesson: “Giving From A Generous Heart” based on Ex. 25:1-7; 35:4-29; Lev. 27:30-33; 2 Cor. 9:6-8. Missions Team Meeting: Sunday, May 6th, following service. Pentecost Sunday: Sunday, May 20th, 10:30 a.m. The congregation is invited to wear RED to symbolize the Holy Spirit. Please invite others! Stewardship Workshop: Hosted by Finance Team, led by Al McClaney, on Saturday, May 26th, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The workshop will focus on God’s perspective on managing the resources he has entrusted us. Academic Achievement Sunday: Calling all students! Have you received an academic award (e.g., Honor Roll, Certificate of Promotion, high school/college graduates, etc.) during the 2017-2018 academic year? If so, we want to recognize you in our worship service on Sunday, June 10th. Sign-up in the Welcome Center by Thursday, May 31st. For more information, please contact the church office. Additional Announcements: www.newbeginningsbham.org/calendar To Receive our E-Newsletter: Text “NBMUC” to 22828 Weekly Deadline to submit announcements: Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Thursday 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
CHURCH VISION STATEMENT “Transforming lives through mission, ministry and worship as a prophetic witness for Jesus Christ in the world.” 2133 32nd Avenue North Birmingham, Alabama 35207 (205) 328-3937
[email protected] www.newbeginningsbham.org Rev. Dr. Dedric A. Cowser Senior Pastor 5th Sunday of Easter | April 29, 2018 | 10:30 a.m.
Order of Service *CALL TO WORSHIP *PRAISE & WORSHIP ……….……………………………… Praise Team OPENING PRAYER *OPENING HYMN …………………… “I Am on the Battlefield Field” *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH ……………….. The Apostles’ Creed #881 *GREETING GUESTS & ONE ANOTHER WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS MINISTRY OF MUSIC ………………………………………. Praise Team SCRIPTURE READINGS ………………………...……....... Eugene Lewis Old Testament: I Samuel 3:1-10 (NRSV) New Testament: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 (NRSV) ALTAR CALL & PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD’S PRAYER Children’s Church for ages 4-7 dismissed to children’s classroom. Please register your child in the Welcome Center.
MINISTRY OF MUSIC ………………………………………. Praise Team
Sermon Notes
Matthew 9:35-38 (NRSV) 35 Then
Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom, and curing every disease and every sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; 38 therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Point 1: __________________________________________________ Point 2: __________________________________________________ Point 3: __________________________________________________
This year, I, __________________________________ will make an intentional effort to bear witness to __________________________________. I will pray for them, enhance my relationship with them, and invite them to church, in hopes to invite them into a new or renewed relationship with Jesus.
SERMON: Rev. Dr. Dedric A. Cowser
WHAT’S GOING ON? – PART 4 “Each One, Reach One” Matthew 9:35-38 (NRSV)
*INVITATION TO FOLLOW JESUS & CHURCH MEMBERSHIP *INVITATIONAL MUSIC …………….............. “I Need You to Survive” GOD’S TITHES & OUR OFFERINGS** *THE DOXOLOGY *CHURCH VISION STATEMENT *BENEDICTION **MORE WAYS TO GIVE! Online: www.newbeginningsbham.org/give Text-To-Give: From your smartphone, text amount to 205-791-5441
Are You Thinking About Joining the Church? Don’t wait! You may talk with Pastor Cowser about your decision at the altar rails during the Invitation to Follow Jesus and Church Membership of any worship service, talk with him in the Welcome Center, or make an appointment to meet. The process is simple and we will get you connected right away. Another great option is to register for our Next Steps Class. Next Steps is a one-day class designed for new members and those interested in church membership. Register today in the Welcome Center for the next class. Church Staff: Regina Warren, Church Secretary JonTomas Johnson, Minister of Music & Lead Musician Nathaniel Willis, Organist Antonio Anderson, Percussionist
