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United Methodist Church of Cadillac 1020 East Division Street • Cadillac, Michigan 775-5362 • Fax 775-6475
August 16, 2009 Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost Sunday Worship at 10:00 a.m.
Be filled with the Spirit, singing and playing to the Lord in your hearts.
Let
us sing our hearts out, like brothers, sisters,
PRELUDE
INFORMAL TIME OF HYMN SINGING
ENTRANCE OF THE LIGHT OF CHRIST
WELCOME AND PARISH NOTES
*CALL TO CELEBRATION One:..........Mortal, can these bones live? Can a dry and dusty liturgy dance again? All:..........Do ancient words written centuries ago still have the power to change the world? Our presence here is our hopeful “Yes.” One:..........In a valley of dry bones, we see possibility, not despair. In a broken world, crying out with parched throats, we sing the power of God’s word. All:..........Blow through the barren valleys of this world, O God. And breathe your Spirit upon our worship this day. Let
our prayer and praise give you glory and honor. *HYMN OF PRAISE....................On insert “O God Who Gives Us Life”
*SHARING THE PEACE AND LOVE OF CHRIST
If you have a prayer joy or concern you would like shared during the Prayer of the People, please fill out a prayer card and hand it to an usher.
PRAYER HYMN....................#420 “Breathe on Me, Breath of God”
UNISON
PRAYER
THE LORD’S PRAYER ....................#895
TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN
MESSAGE....................Parish Assistant Judy Coffey “Can These Bones Live?” Ezekiel 37:1-14
RESPONSE TO THE WORD....................“Breathe On Us”
OFFERING OF OURSELVES AND OUR GIFTS
OFFERTORY
*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 (in unison) Bring life, O God, to the ministry and mission of this church, which we support through our tithes and offerings. May our giving bring life and hope in many “valleys of dry bones.” As Christ’s disciples, may each of us commit ourselves to carrying forward the work to which we are called in our own day. Bless us and all the gifts we bring, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
*CLOSING HYMN....................#539 “O Spirit of the Living God”
*BENEDICTION AND BLESSING
*POSTLUDE
Mark your calendar now for the 15th Annual Fall Hymn Sing with Drs. Verbrugge and Blanchard on Sunday October 11 at 6:30 p.m.. The “docs” are already preparing a special musical prelude of old favorites and new selections.
Sunday Volunteer Ministry, August 30, 2009 Organist/Pianist: Ann Hunt Acolytes: 10:00 a.m. - Greg Green & Lauren Blake Nursery: Kathy Green Sermontime: Angie Ferris Coffee Hour: 8:30 a.m. - Open 10:00 a.m. - Open Power Point: Create &10:00 - Jeff Hinkston 8:30 a.m. - Laurie Kinney Greeters/ Ushers 8:30 a.m. - Chester Wells & Bedonna Davis Greeters/Ushers 10:00 a.m. - Jerry Tossey
Opportunities for Ministry This Week . . . Sunday, August 23 - Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost Judy Coffey Preaching at Both Services Coffee Hour Follows Both Worship Services 8:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. - UMW Bazaar meeting 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. - SR. High Youth Bonfire @ Pant’s Home
Tuesday, August 25 7:00 a.m. - Prayer Group 7:00 p.m. - Evangelism & Membership Committee Wednesday, August 26 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. - School Supply Distribution in Wesley Room 6:00 p.m. - Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous Group Meets 7:00 p.m. - Education Committee Thursday, August 27 10:30 a.m. - Prayer Group 6:00 p.m. - Methodist Men Monthly Meeting with Potluck
Sunday, August 30 - Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost Coffee Hour Follows Both Worship Services 8:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. - Youth Day @ The Lake with the Thompsons
The AMEN Chorus will begin its fall season and is seeking men who would enjoy singing. This group will rehearse on Saturdays from 5:30 to 7:00 P.M. on September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, with a performance at 7:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 24. All rehearsals and the performance will be held at Lucas Rehoboth Reformed Church in the village of Lucas. We are asking for a commitment to attend at least 4 of these 6 rehearsals and a contribution of $10 to underwrite a portion of the cost of music. The Men’s Chorus will be conducted by Harvey Lucas and accompanied by Sandy Bode. All men are invited.
Our UMW Unit has some exciting new ideas for our November 7 Bazaar. An organizational meeting will be held TODAY following the 10:00 a.m. service. All members, especially those in charge of a room, are encouraged to attend. We welcome all craft ideas, food suggestions, and interesting room items. So bring your ideas and share the craft you are working on. No idea is too Bazaar! Call Sally Bassett for more information.
Various books have been donated to our church library from Ruth Bouwma’s estate. These books can be found on the top two shelves of the library cart. Please take a few minutes to look over the titles. You may find some good reading to check out.
Our Fall Schedule will begin on September 13 with worship at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.. It is also Rally Day with Church School for all ages resuming at 9:30 a.m. A Mini-Brunch” will be served beginning at 9:15 a.m. Mark you calendar!!
Do you enjoy garage sales? Shirley Peterson is looking for a young mom or two who know what kind of toys children like and would enjoy looking through garage sales for “like new” used toys and dolls for the Dolls and Toys Store at Holiday Bazaar November 7. If you are interested, please call Shirley.
TODAY’S WORSHIP MINISTRY . . . Organist/Pianist: Virginia Pulford Acolytes: 10:00 a.m. - Caleb & Carissa Mitchell Nursery: Lisa Weaver Sermontime: Diana VanAntwerp Coffee Hour: 8:30 - Paul Helton 10:00 - Naomi Circle Power Point: Create & 8:30 - Dave Darrow 10:00 - Jackie Soltman Greeters/Ushers: 8:30 a.m - Ruth Peterson, Arlo Peterson Greeters/Ushers: 10:00 a.m. - Ron & Marilyn Truax
The Flowers on the Lord’s Table are given by Chuck & Donna Crance in celebration of Chuck’s birthday.
Methodist Men will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 27 for their regular monthly gathering and potluck. Now that we are well rested after cooking 250+ hot dogs for Vacation Bible School, we are planning a quick trip to Yellowstone National Park. This trip, assisted by a video, will follow dinner, a business meeting and devotions. Host is Ezekiel and his trusted helper, Paul. Bring a friend and join us.
On Sunday, September 6, we will be welcoming new members into our church family at both services. If you have been attending here and have considered joining the church, please call the church office at 775-5362 and let us know, or speak with Pastor Tom or Judy Coffey after services today. A time of orientation is being planned. We would love to welcome you, as well, on September 6!
We are still looking for a few good people to help with our Power Point Ministry Team for Sunday worship. If you have a creative edge and would like to help create or if you would like to be a “button pusher“, please contact Laurie. Thanks!! |