11_12_2017 Anniversary Bulletin C1

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“But the Lord is in His holy temple; let all the earth be silent before Him.” - Habakkuk 2:20 NIV Let the people begin silent meditation. 7:30 am, 10:30 am and 1:30 pm —WORSHIP 9:30 am—SUND AY SCH OOL Lections Theme: God’s Work In Us Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25; Psalm 78:1-7 (UMH 799); 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Matthew 25:1-13 Good Morning! We extend a warm welcome to each of you worshipping with us today! It is our hope that this experience of prayer, praise and preaching will enrich you and bring you into a meaningful relationship with God, His people and His church! LIGHTING OF ALTAR CANDLES Opening Song *Call to Worship Rev. Christopher M. Grimes Leader: ACOLYTES Gospel Choir Praise the Lord! Praise the name of the Lord! We’ve come this far by Faith. Leaning on the Lord. (Please Stand) People: Praise the Lord! Give thanks to our God! Trusting in His holy word He has never failed us yet. Leader: People: Leader: God has blessed us and brought us to this time. God has blessed us and brought us to this place. In our 165 years, we have weathered winters, storms and periods of drought. God has nurtured and fed us, caused our roots to sink deep. People: Leader: People: All: In our 165 years together, our Family Tree has enjoyed gentle sunshine, nourishing rains, the leisurely warmth of summer blessings. God has shown us his grace, growing fruit of abundant varieties. God has made us his witnesses in the world. God has placed us in loving fellowship with one another. On this day Praise the Lord! Give thanks to our God! Hymn of Praise “To God Be the Glory” Page 3 Opening Prayer (Please Be Seated) Prayer Response HEAR OUR PRAYER Hear our prayer, O Lord; Hear our prayer, O Lord; Incline Thine ear to us and grant us Thy peace. Amen. Pastor's Notes and Welcome of Visitors—Introduction of the Speaker Passing of the Peace / Time of Sharing Hope Children’s Choir Thoughts for Children Message from Anniversary Committee Chair Introduction of Anniversary Essay Winner Song of Inspiration Rev. Christopher M. Grimes 10:30 am 10:30 am Liz Washington Gospel Choir 1 *Please Stand/+Remain in Sanctuary 10
Introduction of Bishop David Bard Song of Inspiration *+Altar Call (Please Stand & Remain in Sanctuary) 10:30 am Gospel Choir Rev. Dr. B. Kevin Smalls Senior Pastor Scripture Jeremiah 29:11-14 Lay Servants Darrell Bell (7:30 am) Evelyn Summerville (10:30 am) Song of Preparation Gospel Choir ANNUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. On Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 6:30 p.m., the Comfort Givers Ministry of Hope United Methodist Church will provide the opportunity for all to gather in worship and fellowship in memory of those who have gone on to Glory. Please join us to celebrate the memory of your loved ones and to praise the Lord for the time we had with them. To have the name of your loved one(s) called during the service, please complete the form below and place it in the offering tray or in the Comfort Givers' mailbox by November 26, 2017. If you would like a picture of your loved one and/or a favorite poem or Scripture included in the Memorial Service display during the fellowship hour, please indicate on the form and place the item(s) in an envelope and in the Comfort Givers Ministry mailbox by November 26, 2017. Pictures should be no larger than 4"x6." Clearly print your name, address and your loved one's name on the back of the item(s). They will be returned after the fellowship. +Proclamation (Please Remain in Sanctuary) *+Invitation to Christian Discipleship (Please Stand & Remain in Sanctuary) The Offertory Invitation The Offertory Prayer “Focus On The Future” The Reverend Anthony R. Hood, D. Min. First United Methodist Church of Farmington Senior Pastor “I Will Trust In the Lord” Page 3 Lord, we live in a time when self-esteem is highly praised, and success is touted as a worthy goal. When we find it difficult to behave humbly and to take on the role of servanthood be our strength and redeemer. Lord, it is easy to say in words that we love. It is more difficult to say it with our deeds. Receive these gifts as tangible expressions of our love. We pray in Jesus’ name. Divine love through me blesses and multiplies all that I have, all that I give, and all that I receive, in the name of Jesus. Amen God Bless and Please Come Out and Join Us! Comfort Givers Memorial Service Committee Dawn Jowers, Ministry Chairperson Rev. Rosaline Green, Clergy Advisor ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- ANNUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE - DECEMBER 6, 2017 at 6:30 P.M. Please PRINT Clearly - Detach this portion and place in the Comfort Givers mailbox Your Name: ________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: __________________________ Number of Persons Attending: ______________ Included with Registration Form: Picture ____ Name of your loved one(s) and their relationship to you: Email Address: ___________________________ Poem_____ Scripture _________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ +Tithe and General Offering (Please Remain in Sanctuary) +Song of Celebration *Doxology (Please Stand & Remain in Sanctuary) *Blessing of the Offering (Please Stand) “All Things Come Of Thee” All things come of Thee, O Lord, and of Thine own have we given Thee. Gospel Choir Introduction of the 2016 Little Miss Diamonds, Darlings and Dolls Scholarship Winner — Dakota Dalton *Recessional *Benediction “Blessed Be the Name” __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ *Benediction Response “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” 9 *Please Stand/+Remain in Sanctuary 2
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