Bulletin APRIL 23, 2017
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. Friday - 8:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m.
First United Methodist Church
ANNOUNCEMENTS The Administrative Council will meet this Monday, April 24th at 5:30 p.m. in the Wesley Center. Found: There are 2 pairs of glasses in the church office. If you have lost a pair contact the church office at 601-736-7121 or stop by the office and see if they are yours. The furniture in the coffee room and in the front foyer by the church office needs to be replaced. If you would like to donate to help with this project it would be greatly appreciated.
CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Mike Sahler, Pastor 601-507-2445 [email protected] Debbie Graney, Church Office 601-736-7121 [email protected]
Barbara Lott, Organist 601-736-7121 Keleigh Oglesbee, Children’s Director 601-731-4464 [email protected]
William Endicott [email protected]
Beth Pierce, Accompanist 601-736-7121 [email protected]
Angel Herring, Youth Director 601-441-2858 [email protected]
Mike Rogers, Custodian 601-736-7121 [email protected]
411 Church Street Columbia, MS 39429 601-736-7121 www.fumccolumbia.org Rev. Mike Sahler
▲DOXOLOGY 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. ▲OFFERTORY PRAYER
WORSHIP SERVICE Second Sunday of Easter April 23, 2017 Welcome to First United Methodist Church of Columbia
Rev. Mike Sahler Philippians 1:6 (New Revised Standard Version Pew Bible NT page 85)
The Strife Is O’er arr. by W.H. Monk
LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES
MESSAGE
▲HYMN NO. 62 (all verses) All Creatures Of Our God and King
Rev. Mike Sahler
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP ▲HYMN NO. 144 (all verses) This Is My Father’s World ▲EXTINGUISHING THE ALTAR CANDLES
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM (see insert) Eriyanna Lexia Stovall and Emerson Ann McDaniel
The Acolytes
▲BENEDICTION ▲CHIMES
HYMN OF PROMISE NO. 611 Child Of Blessing, Child Of Promise
POSTLUDE
PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER
This Is My Father’s World Barbara Lott, organ and Beth Pierce, piano
▲Stand as able _____________________________________________________________
▲HYMN NO. 304 (all verses) Easter People, Raise Your Voices All Creatures Of Our God And King
“Easter: Creation a Finished Product”
The Acolytes
CALL TO WORSHIP The Chancel Choir Come Ye Faithful, Raise The Strain
OFFERING
For The Beauty Of The Earth
The Chancel Choir
SCRIPTURE
CHIMING OF THE HOUR PRELUDE
ANTHEM
ALTAR FLOWERS Beth Pierce, piano
The flowers in the sanctuary today are given to the Glory of God and are placed in loving memory of V.A. “Tiger” Bradshaw. They are placed by Mrs. Doyle Bradshaw.
WEEKLY PRAYER CONCERNS *Frances Campbell *Carolyn Powers John Waits Spooky Sims Tom & Judy Griffith Anna Hough Beth Fain (daughter of Steve Edwards)
LeWynn Melson *Rheda Carter
Remember our soldiers, policeman and others that serve our country and the families of those who have given their lives. If you are a guest this morning we are glad you are here! Please take a moment to fill out the Visitor Card in the pew and place it in the offering plate during the service. If you need help finding a room or information, please ask a Greeter or Usher for assistance. ****Please silence all electronic devices before worship begins**** Our service is being broadcast live on WFFF 96.7 FM Radio and live on our website....www.fumccolumbia.org then click live stream. _________________________________________ YOUR FAITHFULNESS ATTENDANCE APRIL 16, 2017 Worship ……………………………….………223 Sunday School ……………………..……..…..70 Your tithes this week………….…… $ 6,599.72 Your Gifts:
Kitchen $ 1,608.00 Rent $ 1,260.00 Youth $ 150.00 Organ $ 455.00
Total Contributions for to date for April $ 18,834.53 Contributions to date $ 114,512.02 Needed each week $8,062.00 to meet our budget or $ 129,993.76 to date Expenses Year to Date $ 117,005.32 Net Deficit 2,493.30 Thank you for the donations we received for the repairs on the Education Building and the Bourne Property your help with this is greatly appreciated. We do have an ongoing Building Fund Account that is set up for unexpected repairs if you would like to contribute to it.
UPCOMING EVENTS *Represents Birthdays and Anniversaries SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2017 *Marilyn Griffin 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School 10:00 a.m. - Youth Sunday School 10:55 a.m. - Worship 5:00 p.m. - Jr. High Handbells 5:45 p.m. - Jr. High Youth Choir 5:45 p.m. - Sr. High Youth Bible Study 6:30 p.m. - Youth Snack Supper MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2017 *Nathan Foxworth, Simon & Angel Herring 5:30 p.m. - Administrative Council TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2017 *Phillip Fortenberry 8:00 a.m. - Methodist Movers 6:00 p.m. - Tuesday Night Group Study WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2017 *Ashley Breakfield, Mark & Danon Vest 9:00 a.m. - XYZ 3:00 p.m. - Children’s WWW 3:30 p.m. - Jr. High Youth WWW 5:15 p.m. - WWW Supper 6:00 p.m. - Family Prayer & Devotion 6:00 p.m. - Kouth 6:00 p.m. - Sr. High Youth 6:00 p.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal. THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2017 *Jeff & Shelly Blackard 8:00 a.m. - Methodist Movers 9:30 a.m. - Morning Group Study FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2017 Nursery Workers *Alan Bryant April 23 - Lori Beisel & Shelly No Scheduled Activities Blackard SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017 April 30 - Kathy Bryant & Liza *Frances Campbell Hathorn No Scheduled Activities
Altar Flowers April 23 - Doyle Bradshaw April 30 - Taylor McDaniel
First United Methodist Church
ANNOUNCEMENTS The Administrative Council will meet this Monday, April 24th at 5:30 p.m. in the Wesley Center. Found: There are 2 pairs of glasses in the church office. If you have lost a pair contact the church office at 601-736-7121 or stop by the office and see if they are yours. The furniture in the coffee room and in the front foyer by the church office needs to be replaced. If you would like to donate to help with this project it would be greatly appreciated.
CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Mike Sahler, Pastor 601-507-2445 [email protected] Debbie Graney, Church Office 601-736-7121 [email protected]
Barbara Lott, Organist 601-736-7121 Keleigh Oglesbee, Children’s Director 601-731-4464 [email protected]
William Endicott [email protected]
Beth Pierce, Accompanist 601-736-7121 [email protected]
Angel Herring, Youth Director 601-441-2858 [email protected]
Mike Rogers, Custodian 601-736-7121 [email protected]
411 Church Street Columbia, MS 39429 601-736-7121 www.fumccolumbia.org Rev. Mike Sahler
▲DOXOLOGY 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. ▲OFFERTORY PRAYER
WORSHIP SERVICE Second Sunday of Easter April 23, 2017 Welcome to First United Methodist Church of Columbia
Rev. Mike Sahler Philippians 1:6 (New Revised Standard Version Pew Bible NT page 85)
The Strife Is O’er arr. by W.H. Monk
LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES
MESSAGE
▲HYMN NO. 62 (all verses) All Creatures Of Our God and King
Rev. Mike Sahler
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP ▲HYMN NO. 144 (all verses) This Is My Father’s World ▲EXTINGUISHING THE ALTAR CANDLES
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM (see insert) Eriyanna Lexia Stovall and Emerson Ann McDaniel
The Acolytes
▲BENEDICTION ▲CHIMES
HYMN OF PROMISE NO. 611 Child Of Blessing, Child Of Promise
POSTLUDE
PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER
This Is My Father’s World Barbara Lott, organ and Beth Pierce, piano
▲Stand as able _____________________________________________________________
▲HYMN NO. 304 (all verses) Easter People, Raise Your Voices All Creatures Of Our God And King
“Easter: Creation a Finished Product”
The Acolytes
CALL TO WORSHIP The Chancel Choir Come Ye Faithful, Raise The Strain
OFFERING
For The Beauty Of The Earth
The Chancel Choir
SCRIPTURE
CHIMING OF THE HOUR PRELUDE
ANTHEM
ALTAR FLOWERS Beth Pierce, piano
The flowers in the sanctuary today are given to the Glory of God and are placed in loving memory of V.A. “Tiger” Bradshaw. They are placed by Mrs. Doyle Bradshaw.
WEEKLY PRAYER CONCERNS *Frances Campbell *Carolyn Powers John Waits Spooky Sims Tom & Judy Griffith Anna Hough Beth Fain (daughter of Steve Edwards)
LeWynn Melson *Rheda Carter
Remember our soldiers, policeman and others that serve our country and the families of those who have given their lives. If you are a guest this morning we are glad you are here! Please take a moment to fill out the Visitor Card in the pew and place it in the offering plate during the service. If you need help finding a room or information, please ask a Greeter or Usher for assistance. ****Please silence all electronic devices before worship begins**** Our service is being broadcast live on WFFF 96.7 FM Radio and live on our website....www.fumccolumbia.org then click live stream. _________________________________________ YOUR FAITHFULNESS ATTENDANCE APRIL 16, 2017 Worship ……………………………….………223 Sunday School ……………………..……..…..70 Your tithes this week………….…… $ 6,599.72 Your Gifts:
Kitchen $ 1,608.00 Rent $ 1,260.00 Youth $ 150.00 Organ $ 455.00
Total Contributions for to date for April $ 18,834.53 Contributions to date $ 114,512.02 Needed each week $8,062.00 to meet our budget or $ 129,993.76 to date Expenses Year to Date $ 117,005.32 Net Deficit 2,493.30 Thank you for the donations we received for the repairs on the Education Building and the Bourne Property your help with this is greatly appreciated. We do have an ongoing Building Fund Account that is set up for unexpected repairs if you would like to contribute to it.
UPCOMING EVENTS *Represents Birthdays and Anniversaries SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2017 *Marilyn Griffin 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School 10:00 a.m. - Youth Sunday School 10:55 a.m. - Worship 5:00 p.m. - Jr. High Handbells 5:45 p.m. - Jr. High Youth Choir 5:45 p.m. - Sr. High Youth Bible Study 6:30 p.m. - Youth Snack Supper MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2017 *Nathan Foxworth, Simon & Angel Herring 5:30 p.m. - Administrative Council TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2017 *Phillip Fortenberry 8:00 a.m. - Methodist Movers 6:00 p.m. - Tuesday Night Group Study WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2017 *Ashley Breakfield, Mark & Danon Vest 9:00 a.m. - XYZ 3:00 p.m. - Children’s WWW 3:30 p.m. - Jr. High Youth WWW 5:15 p.m. - WWW Supper 6:00 p.m. - Family Prayer & Devotion 6:00 p.m. - Kouth 6:00 p.m. - Sr. High Youth 6:00 p.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal. THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2017 *Jeff & Shelly Blackard 8:00 a.m. - Methodist Movers 9:30 a.m. - Morning Group Study FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2017 Nursery Workers *Alan Bryant April 23 - Lori Beisel & Shelly No Scheduled Activities Blackard SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2017 April 30 - Kathy Bryant & Liza *Frances Campbell Hathorn No Scheduled Activities
Altar Flowers April 23 - Doyle Bradshaw April 30 - Taylor McDaniel
