FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Pleasant Valley and Camden Avenues

Moorestown, New Jersey

A community of faith committed to sharing the love of Jesus Christ with a hurting world through words and actions

MARCH 4, 2007                                   SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION                11:00 A.M. Service

LARGE PRINT BULLETINS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE NARTHEX

HEARING DEVICES ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST FROM USHERS

Numbers in the bulletin refer to pages in the United Methodist Hymn book located in the pews

 

 

   PRELUDE                                       Nearer, My God, to Thee                                             Bish

 

  GREETING

 

   INTROIT                                                Primary Choir                                                          

 

*PROCESSIONAL HYMN 374            Standing on the Promises

 

*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart.  We have failed to be an obedient church.  We have not done your will,

we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love, we have not loved our neighbors, and we have not heard the cry of the needy.  Forgive us, we pray.  Free us for joyful obedience, through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

   Leader:  Hear the good news: Christ died for us while we were yet sinners;

                 that proves God’s love toward us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!

   People:  In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!

   All:        Glory to God. Amen

 

  CALL TO PRAYER   CARES CHORUS  (by Kelly Willard)

 I cast all my cares upon You. I lay all of my burdens down at Your feet;

 And anytime that I don't know what to do, I will cast all my cares upon You.   (1978 Maranatha! Music)

 

  PASTORAL PRAYER   

 

  WE CELEBRATE OUR LIFE IN CHRIST

We welcome all who are worshiping with us this morning.  Please fill out the blue-colored card that you will find in the bulletin.  Write any special prayer requests on the back, and pass them face down to the center aisle.

 

  PRESENTATION OF OUR GIFTS AND TITHES

 

  MINISTRY OF MUSIC                           Beautiful Savior                             arranged by Duncan

                                                                   Adult Choir                                                            

* DOXOLOGY 94

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia, Alleluia!

Praise God the source of all our Gifts!  Praise Jesus Christ whose power uplifts!

Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit!  Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!

 

*PRAYER OF DEDICATION

 

*HYMN OF PREPARATION 301     Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross

 

  SCRIPTURE READING                           Isaiah 55:1-2b                                                          

 

  SERMON                                                  “Dividends”                                 Pastor Steve Donat

 

  THE GREAT THANKSGIVING                                                                                                Page 17

 

  GIVING THE BREAD AND CUP

        In the United Methodist Church all Christians are welcome to receive Communion.  As you   come forward to receive the Elements, you may stand if you are unable to kneel.  If you are unable to come forward, let an usher know, and the Elements will be brought to you.

 

  HYMNS DURING COMMUNION

616  Come, Sinners to the Gospel Feast  vs. 1

632  Draw Us in the Spirit’s Tether  vs. 1

635  Because Thou Hast Said  vs. 1

636  Christian People, Raise Your Song  vs. 1

638  This Is the Feast of Victory  vs. 1

  

  PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

 

*RECESSIONAL HYMN 415                  Take Up Thy Cross

 

*BENEDICTION

 

*POSTLUDE

*While the congregation stands, those who would find this uncomfortable may remain seated.

 

A NOTE TO PARENTS

We love children and your little ones are welcome in our worship service.  On those days when your child is fussy, the parlor located behind the sanctuary provides an excellent place to care for your child and still participate in the worship service.

Child care is provided for infants and children up to 2 years old in the Education Building during Sunday school and worship hours. 

 

USHERS: Jerry Mengel, Gloria Bahnck, Ellen Edwards, Bob Edwards, Larry Shay

COMMUNION USHERS: Bill Potter, Glen Haegele, Paul Gager, Gene Foster

 

GREETERS: Bill and Norma Wright                       

 

ACOLYTES:  Stephen Machamer, Rebekah Bryan

ATTENDANCE LAST WEEK:  Worship: 520    Sunday School: 217         

 

THE CHANCEL BOUQUETS HAVE BEEN BY: Garth & Mary Berner, to the Glory of God and in honor of the children and youth of our church.  Also by: Barbara Loveland in memory of her parents, Gladys & Jack Snyder on their 65th wedding anniversary.

PRAYER CONCERNS: Steve Greer, Faye Sienkiewicz, Mary Louise Shingleton, Kathleen Barnwell (mother of Leslie Proctor), Jean Janssen (sister of Sue Adams), Lidio Zezza (Lucy Vogt’s father), Gary Falis (Lucy Vogt’s brother-in-law), Christine Crane, Michael Zayas (friend of The Nachsin’s),  Pat & Gary Rutledge (niece & nephew of Hugh & Marion Hamilton),  Eric Spruel, Barbara Baker (wife of Jeff Baker), Helga Shay, Robin Weitz (friend of Ann Woodworth).

PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY TO: Ron Griffith and family on the death of his brother.

SERVING IN IRAQ:  Mark Dougherty, Jr., grandson of Marilyn McClendon, David Wichmann, friend of Rick & Linda Young, Scott Berner, grandson of Ray & Jean Berner, Michael Gala (cousin of Sue Lewis, nephew of Chris Fisher), Phillip Daniels (grandson of Harris Fister), Capt. Heather Schopf (friend of Ruth & Ed Florida), Lt. Col. David Ottignon.   

 

The Staff of First United Methodist Church

                            Stephen Donat, Senior Pastor                              Joan Armstrong, Administrative Assistant

                            HeyYoung Horton, Associate Pastor                 Karen Halligan, Membership Secretary

                            Glenn Rodgers, Director of Music                      Sue Harris, Parish Nurse

                            Karen Murray, Director of Christian Ed.         Curt Diehl, Property Maint. Coordinator

                            Karen Sims, Interim Youth Director

                                                                                                             

Church Office Contacts

                                  Phone: 856-235-0450                                        Fax: 856-235-2722

                                  E-mail: church@meetwithGod.com               Website: www.meetwithGod.com

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