RE AL As followers of Jesus, we each have our own story - our witness - of Jesus' work in our lives... the ways we've experienced and seen him. The call is to go and share that story with others. But for Jesus' story in us to be compelling and moving, it has to be real. Being real means different things to different people. There is subjective reality which applies to individuals those things that I know and have experienced and are unique to me. And then there is objective reality - those things that others can see and experience. Our personal witness is both subjective and objective. For it to be compelling and helpful it has to be real, and it has to be shared. To call oneself a Christian will be to put oneself in a position that will have opposition and a cost. The Good News is Jesus Christ is real and the ultimate price has already been paid. The Good News is - - Jesus Christ is real!
REV. KEN LOUDENBACK
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ACTS 4:18-20
A Time to Worship February 19, 2017 | 8:30, 9:50 & 11:10 a.m. Prelude Prelude & Fugue in G Minor, BMV 558 J.S. Bach * Welcome & Greeting * Hymn of Praise 581 Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service * Call to Worship Leader: The winds of change blow, the Spirit of God breathes People: Still the world goes on… Leader: The dead bulbs burst blooms, lilies, tulips; spring is soon! People: Still the world goes on… Leader: Refreshing raindrops moisten parched mouths of graves People: Still the world goes on. Day after day after day after day… Leader: Open our minds to understand your Scriptures! People: Open our hearts to love the not-yet-here and each other! Leader: Open our doors to strangers who might very well be you! People: To all nations in Christ’s name! All: We are witnesses of these things! Anthem (8:30 a.m.) I Call to You, Lord Jesus Christ J. S. Bach (9:50 & 11:10 a.m.) Great Is Thy Faithfulness Chancel Bells Scripture Red Pew Bible 887 Acts 4:18-20 Message Real Rev. Ken Loudenback Hymn of Response 585 This Little Light of Mine Pastoral Prayer The Lord’s Prayer 895 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Giving Because God gives, we give. Thank you for your generosity. Offertory (8:30 a.m.) “Bach Medley” J.S. Bach (9:50 & 11:10 a.m.) Crown Him King of Kings J.S. Bach Adult Choir * Hymn for Parting 156 I Love to Tell the Story * Dismissal & Blessing * Postlude Fugue from ‘Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue in D Minor,’ BWV 903 J.S. Bach (*) asterisk indicates time for persons, who are able, to stand.
Classic Worship Notes Johann Sebastian Bach is the featured composer for today’s worship, and what a legacy he left on music for Protestant worship. Bach was a wellknown German composer from the 17th century, and was prolific in his writing. You see the letters BWV which mean “Bach-Werke-Verzeichnis” (or Bach-Works-Catalog), a cataloging system published in 1950. It assigns each of Bach’s 1126 compositions a unique BWV number, and puts them in order by genre. The prelude being played today on the organ is Prelude and Fugue in g Minor BWV 558. The choral anthem Crown Him King of Kings, was part of the Cantata Auf Schetternde Tone BWV 207. The postlude is the fugue from the Chromatic Fantasy in d Minor BWV 903, being played on the piano. What is a prelude? As a musical composition, a prelude is usually brief and is generally played as an introduction to another, larger musical piece. J.S. Bach was the most notable composer of preludes for organ. He often followed a prelude with a another form of music called the fugue which interweaves musical themes based on a single musical idea, somewhat similar to a round. When singing a round, the melody is sung at different times, like Row Row Row Your Boat. The postlude today is a fantasy, which when Bach was composing, meant improvisation. They rarely followed any traditional musical form and were in direct contrast to the highly structured fugue. A very devout Christian, Bach’s music fills much of today’s worship as we acknowledge his inspired artistry in speaking both to our hearts and our minds.
Membership Discovery The Membership Discovery Class provides an overview of the ministry and mission of PUMC and helps participants find meaningful places to connect within the church. Participants are invited to consider membership at the conclusion of the class. Please contact Pastor Elizabeth Gilbert at egilbert@pumc.org to learn more or to register for the next class. eNews from PUMC Visit www.pumc.org to sign-up for free weekly eNews. Follow PUMC /PlainfieldUMC /NewDayPraise /PUMCBibleExplorers PUMC weekly worship notes Available in the Plainfield UMC Mobile App PUMC Wireless Network Wireless Network Name: PUMC Network Password: pumc1 Give Securely Online pumcgives.to/pumc or in the Plainfield UMC Mobile App. Sermon Downloads Sunday sermons can be downloaded from pumc.org, from iTunes, or are available in the Plainfield UMC Moble App. Plainfield UMC Mobile App Available in all major app stores.
THIS WEEK Sunday, February 19 8:30 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Bible Explorers Worship/ Grades K-5 (100) 9:45 a.m. Youth Worship/Grades 6-12 (200) 9:50 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:50 a.m. NewDay Praise Worship (A) 11:10 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 11:10 a.m. Small Group (K) 12:15 p.m. Th3rd Sunday Lunch (CH) 12:30 p.m. Jesus In the Gospels - Shannen Shortt (K) 1:30 p.m. Disciple III Bible Study - Tom Iles (L) Monday, February 20 12:00 p.m. Homeless Outreach Food Preparation (Ki) 5:00 p.m. Homeless Outreach Food Delivery (O) 5:15 p.m. JOY Bells - a beginning bell choir (B) 6:00 p.m. Praise Bells - an intermediate bell choir (B) 7:00 p.m. Chancel Bell Choir (B) Tuesday, February 21 8:30 a.m. Tuesday Morning Prayer Group (K) 9:00 p.m. Nine on Tuesday (Y) 7:00 p.m. JOY ChristCare Group, Diane Preusch Leader (L) 7:00 p.m. Cub Scout Den Meeting, Pack 399 7:00 p.m. Trustee Meeting (K) 7:00 p.m. Stephen Ministry - Peer Supervision (213) 7:00 p.m. Disciple I Fast Track - Kathy Perry (W) Wednesday, February 22 1:30 p.m. Knit for Kids (K) 3:00 p.m. More Than Conquerors (Y) 6:00 p.m. Connection Point High School Youth Bible Study (O) Thursday, February 23 9:00 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Ron Mercer (K) 6:30 p.m. NewDay Praise Team Rehearsal (A) 6:30 p.m. MMDC Work Team Informational Meeting (W) 7:00 p.m. Margaret Wielenberg’s Yoga Class (205) 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal (S) Friday, February 24 9:45 a.m. Friday Morning Bible Study (K) Saturday, February 25 8:00 a.m. Kairos Training (CH) 9:00 a.m. Mission Sewing Group (K) 11:30 p.m. Last Saturday Lunch (CH) 6:00 p.m. Bible Explorers - Art Night (CH) Sunday, February 26 8:30 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Bible Explorers Worship/ Grades K-5 (100) 9:45 a.m. Youth Worship/Grades 6-12 (200) 9:50 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 9:50 a.m. NewDay Praise Worship (A) 11:10 a.m. Classic Worship (S) 11:10 a.m. Small Group (K) 12:30 p.m. Jesus In the Gospels - Shannen Shortt (K) 1:30 p.m. Disciple III Bible Study - Tom Iles (L)
Locations noted on Calendar (A) (B) (CH) (FP) (K) (KI) (L) (ML)
Clayton Hall Worship Annex Bell Choir Room Clayton Hall Fire Pit Koinonia Room Kitchen Library Main Lobby
(MR) (O) (S) (TBD) (W) (WW) (Y) (#)
Music Room Off Site Sanctuary To Be Determined Wesley Room Wesley Woods Youth Rooms (Upstairs) Room Number
We are so glad to welcome you to worship this morning! If you are new to PUMC, you are invited to stop by the Welcome Center located in the south lobby. A PUMC member is there to answer your questions, and we have a gift for you, too! In Clayton Hall (north end of building) you’ll find refreshments and a place to chat and meet people. Please make yourself at home.
All Hands - and Helpers - on Deck One More Time! PUMC is taking advantage of energy rebates to upgrade lighting throughout the building. These upgrades will make for significant energy savings in the coming years. Additional savings are available if we provide the labor to do the installation ourselves. Will you help? On Wednesday, February 22 at 1:00 p.m., Steve Manning, PUMC Facilities Manager, is hosting what is hoped to be the last LED light work day. Tasks include: carrying light loads, removing trash, sweeping and clean-up, and simple electrical work. There is a job for everyone who wants to help. If you can help on Feb. 22, please mark your Connection Card this morning and Steve will be in touch. Thank you for helping PUMC realize thousands of dollars in savings and be more earth-friendly. Contact Steve directly at smanning@pumc.org or 317.839.2319, ext. 231.
Gift Cards (Scrip) to support Costa Rica Trip
Th3rd Sunday Lunch Everyone is invited to the Th3rd Sunday Lunch today. Lunch is served after 11:10 Classic Worship (about 12:15 p.m.) in Clayton Hall. If you are able, please bring a dish to share and join others for food, fellowship, and fun! Tea and lemonade will be provided for everyone and dishes and silverware will be used from the PUMC kitchen.
In 2018 PUMC is sending a mission work team to Costa Rica. You can support the team and their mission by purchasing gift cards (also called scrip) which then can be spent for full face value. Orders will be placed on or near the 1st and 15th of each month. You can place your order any of three ways: by going online to shopwithscrip.com, sending an email to scripgiftcards@ pumc.org or by calling LeeAnn Overbey at 317-3724898. Payment must be made at the time of your order and checks made payable to PUMC.
Encore Senior Ministries Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre Sunday, March 26, 2017
Board bus or vans at 11 a.m., Door #1 Sign up Feb. 26 – March 12 at the desk in the main lobby to reserve your seat. Cost: $60 due at time of registration; includes buffet dinner, live show, travel and lots of fun!
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FEBRUARY 25, 2017
6:00 - 7:30 P.M. · CLAYTON HALL ART SUPPLIES SUCH AS BLANK CANVAS, PA P E R , PA I N T, M A R K E R S W I L L B E O N HAND. SNACKS WILL BE AVAILABLE. FA M I L I E S A N D F R I E N D S O F A L L A G E S A R E W E LCO M E TO CO M E C R E AT E , H A N G O U T AND HAVE FUN. ENTER THROUGH DOOR 1 4 . CO N TA C T A M A N D A N O R TO N AT A N O R TO N @ P U M C . O R G F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N .
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PRAISE & PRAYER
Acts 26:24-32 Sunday, February 26 Classic Worship (8:30, 9:50 & 11:10 a.m.)
Steve and Karen Best with prayers for strength, comfort and peace.
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Known in the hospital this week: Alice Buchanan Lois Hansen
Please take a moment to touch and pray over the blankets for:
Pam Lyons from the Friday Morning Bible Study Group with prayers for strength, comfort and peace. Our love and sympathy are shared with: Pam Lyons, family, and friends of Bill Lyons on his death.
Open It: What is one story from your past that you enjoy telling?
Denise Samaniego, family, and friends on the death of her father.
Explore It: How did Paul deal with Festus and Agrippa during his defense? (26:2-29)
Bill Overbey, family, and friends on the death of his mother. Hospitality Volunteers include: Christie Sinclair, Linda Linn, Tom & Dolly Hilligoss, Ben & Justin Laver, Connie & Mary Raver, Janet Gouldsmith, Mark Hossler, Ryan Gadberry, Joel Wesley, Paul Schreiner, Tom Wiltrout, Ted Underwood, Ray Shannon, Mike Woodward, Kim Lease, Scott Slavens, Matt Kirchoff, Dan Bigelow, Jerry Schultz, Leanne Tam, Matt Cochran, Kelly Denman, Kay Sprinkle, Mike and Laurie Rohrer
Get It: How can we use stories of our own experience to share the message of Christ? Apply It: How will you prepare to tell about God working in your life? How will you prepare to demonstrate the love of God with your conduct toward everyone?
New Small Groups for 7th and 8th Grade Youth Starting February 26th
Acolytes: 8:30 a.m.
Brandon Rodarmel Matthew Rodarmel
Liturgist: 8:30 a.m. 9:50 a.m. 11:10 a.m.
Sue Hylton Nikki Shoultz Michael Gilbert
Infant/Toddler Room this Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Kathy Everman 9:50 a.m. Laura Hossler 11:10 a.m. Laura Hossler
Groups will meet at the church on the 4th Sunday of each month at 6:30 pm. Kelly Denman and Kay Sprinkle will be leading the girls group, and Pastor Bob and Matt Cochran will lead the boys. A variety of focused age-level activities and discussion will make this experience fun and meaningful. To learn more, contact Youth Pastor Bob Preusch at bpreusch@pumc.org
LAST SATURDAY LUNCH You are invited on Saturday, February 25, for a nourishing lunch and some great fellowship. Lunch is provided by members of PUMC. This is a free meal to all the community served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Clayton Hall. Please enter through Door 14.
Ways to Give
PUMC VITAL SIGNS GIVING FEB. 12, 2017: TOTAL YTD 2017: TOTAL YTD 2016:
Give in person in worship on Sunday morning.
$15,885 $164,609 $148,989
ATTENDANCE FEB. 12, 2017: PREVIOUS 52 WK AVG: IN-PERSON
455 438
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IN SERVICE TO PEOPLE OUTSIDE OF THIS CONGREGATION LAST WEEK: 30 IN-PERSON
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PUMC Staff: Charlie Wilfong Elizabeth Gilbert Ken Loudenback Bob Preusch Amanda Norton Michael Pettry Jaime Carini Michael Norton Oma Buckner Brent Miller Eiric Shriner Brenda Barnett Sigrid Schuld Sandy Fansler Steve Manning Bonnie Walden Brooks Wagler
Senior Pastor Associate Pastor Associate Pastor Pastor of Youth Ministries Director of Children’s Ministries Director of Music Organ Scholar NewDay Praise Worship Leader Bell Choir Director Office Manager Communications Financial Administrator Weekday Children’s Director Kids Connection Director Facility Manager Custodian/ Housekeeper Night Custodian
Contact staff members through the church office at 317.839.2319 or by email. (first initial, last name@pumc.org) (Example: cwilfong@pumc.org)
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AVAILABLE TO YOU Thank you for spending time at Plainfield United Methodist Church today! We hope that you enjoyed worship and were able to experience God’s presence in this place. Please stop by the Welcome Center (left out of the sanctuary) to talk with a PUMC member, learn more about PUMC, and receive a free gift. For those with children: The children’s programs of PUMC are well supervised and offer warm, caring, and fun atmospheres. Care for infants and toddlers is in room 15 from 8:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. every Sunday. Sunday school class for children age 3 - Pre-K is 9:45 a.m.- 10:45 a.m. in room 20. The Sunday morning children’s program “Bible Explorers” (Grades K-5) begins at 9:50 in the south hallway. Classrooms are marked. Children arriving 9:30-9:50 a.m. may go to room 107 (Gathering Place) for worship and music before class. During all worship services in the sanctuary, activity bags for children are available from the ushers. Sunday Worship Hours: 8:30, 9:50 & 11:10 a.m. - Classic 9:50 a.m. - NewDay Praise Sunday School Hour: 9:45 a.m. Classes for all ages Weekday Children’s Programs: PUMC offers weekday children’s programs for ages 12 months—age 5. Please pick up a brochure from the rack near the Welcome Center or email Director Sigrid Schuld at sschuld@pumc. org. Before & After School Program: For children in Grades K-5 from 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, email Director Sandy Fansler at kidsconnection@pumc.org. Student Ministry Programs: Middle and High School students will find a worship experience led by Youth Pastor Bob Preusch and the student worship team at 9:45 a.m. every Sunday upstairs in room 200. Adult Small Group Life: Learn more about the many adult small groups at PUMC by picking up a brochure from the information rack in the south lobby. Spiritual Support and Encouragement: Stephen Ministers are church members trained to be confidential, listening, prayerful encouragers to anyone needing extra support for life’s challenges. Please contact a Stephen Minister by phoning the church office. The deadline to have information included in this weekly folder is Tuesday, 9 a.m. Please deliver to the church office or to eshriner@pumc.org.