2018-10-07 traditional bulletin by St. Andrew United Methodist Church

October 7, 2018 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary We end with the vice of pride, which is the chief of all vices, as it aims to replace faith with selfsufficiency. Our creative impulse is good, and God-given. The secret is to bathe our view of the world in a rightly-ordered vision of creation, as God designed. The result of this right-ordering, and the practice of good habits, is that we end up creating both the desire of our heart (Psalm 37:4-5) and the desire of God, which become one and the same.

CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

PRELUDE | Fugue in D Major, BWV 532 J.S. Bach, composer | YunJung Lee, Larry and Susan Hauser Organ Scholar *CALL TO WORSHIP In the midst of a world where people hunger and thirst, Come worship a God who feeds the hungry. In the midst of a world where people are abused and oppressed, Come worship a God who calls for compassion and justice. In the midst of a world filled with wars and rumor of war, Come worship a God who desires nothing less than peace for the world. In the midst of a world where love is not freely shown and forgiveness is hard to find, Come worship a God whose grace and love have no end. *OPENING HYMN | All Things Bright and Beautiful 147 | Royal Oak *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH | A Statement of Faith of the United Church of Canada 883 We are not alone, we live in God’s world. We believe in God: who has created and is creating, who has come in Jesus, the Word made flesh, to reconcile and make new, who works in us and others by the Spirit. We trust in God. We are called to be the Church: to celebrate God’s presence, to live with respect in Creation, to love and serve others, to seek justice and resist evil, to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen, our judge and our hope. In life, in death, in life beyond death, God is with us. We are not alone. Thanks be to God. *Please rise in body or spirit.

*DOXOLOGY

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him, above ye heavenly hosts; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost! Amen. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

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PASTORAL PRAYER

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OFFERTORY | Look at the World John Rutter, composer | Chancel Choir and Dallas Chinese Choral Society Look at the world: Everything all around us Look at the world: and marvel everyday. Look at the world: So many joys and wonders So many miracles along our way. Praise to thee O Lord for all creation Give us thankful hearts that we may see All the gifts we share and every blessing All things come of thee. Look at the earth: Bringing forth fruit and flower Look at the sky: The sunshine and the rain. Look at the hills, look at the trees and mountains Valley and flowing river field and plain. Think of the spring: Think of the warmth of summer Bringing the harvest before the winters cold. Everything grows, everything has a season Til’ it is gathered to the Fathers fold. Every good gift, all that we need and cherish Comes from the lord in token of his love. We are his hands, stewards of all his bounty, His is the earth and his the heavens above.

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Real Life Rev. Arthur Jones

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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING LORD’S PRAYER HOLY COMMUNION COMMUNION MUSIC | 雪花的快樂 The Joy of a Snowflake Lyricist: 徐志摩 ZhiMo Xu | Composer: 周鑫泉 Jenny Chou Dallas Chinese Choral Society | Ian Yeung, conductor If I were a snowflake, Its dancing chic in the air, Knowing my future, Flying up high, flying, flying…

假若我是一朵雪花，翩翩的在半空裡瀟灑，我一定認清我的方向 ——飛揚，飛揚，飛揚，

With my destiny on this surface. I do not go to a cold valley, Not to a clear mountain, Not to a deserted street But flying up high, flying, flying… I am seeing my future.

這地面上有我的方向。不去那冷寞的幽谷，不去那淒清的山麓，也不上荒街去惆悵 ——飛揚，飛揚，飛揚， ——你看，我有我的方向！

A graceful balletic dance in the air, Recognizing the quiet place to live, Waiting for the garden visit, Flying up high, flying, flying… Carrying the fragrance of cinnabar plum!

在半空裡娟娟的飛舞，認明瞭那清幽的住處，等著她來花園裡探望 ——飛揚，飛揚，飛揚， ——啊，她身上有硃砂梅的清香！

At that time, I was light, Lithely dipped on her clothes, Closer to her soft-hearted chest, Dissolving, dissolving, dissolving, Dissolved into her tender heart.

那時我憑藉我的身輕，盈盈的，沾住了她的衣襟，貼近她柔波似的心胸 ——消溶，消溶，消溶 ——溶入了她柔波似的心胸。

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INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP *CLOSING HYMN | Almighty God of Power and Might Hamburg Almighty God of power and might, God of Salvation, peace and light, heaven and earth your glories sing: hosannas to our Lord and King! Jesus, who died our souls to save, conquered the griefs of sin and the grave, emptied the tomb and filled the skies, making us all, with him, to rise. Spirit of God, most holy dive, bind us in unity and love. Source of communion, now as then, we lift to you our great Amen!

*BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Triumphal March Jacques-Nicolas Lemmens, composer | YunJung Lee, Larry and Susan Hauser Organ Scholar 4

PRAYER FOCUS Need Prayer? No need is too big or too small for God. If you need help in this area of your life, our pastors and Prayer Team are available to pray for you. Please send your Prayer Request as directed below.

JOYS AND CONCERNS Births Elliott Robert Hayes, son of Chris and Mollie Hayes and grandson of Jim and Lynn Hayes (Sept 25) Grace Evangeline Brammer, daughter of Mark and Sarah Brammer and granddaughter of Richard and Hope Halleen (Sept 26) Wedding Kelly Martinez and Leigh Ann Morgan (Oct 5) Sympathy John, Michele, Travis and Campbell Sena in the death of father and grandfather, Socrates Bitsis (Sept 28) Long-Term Care Nancy Cates, Dan Cox, John Elder, Mary Eubanks, Jeff Simmons, Judy Stafford, and Betty White

PRAYER REQUESTS You may share a joy, a concern or a sorrow by visiting our website at standrewumc.org/prayer or by calling our prayer line at 214-291-8044. Your requests are lifted up by our pastors and Prayer Team each week.

GIVING | standrewumc.org/give ST. ANDREW PERMANENT ENDOWMENT The Endowment provides our congregation with a perpetual source of income in support of the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ministries and missions, as well as providing our membership a vehicle through which to make legacy gifts to the church. For more information, go to our website: standrewumc.org/endowment

Going Backstage: What Makes Us Methodist Tuesdays, October 16-November 13, 6:30 p.m., Smith Worship Center | Join us for a five-week adult, confirmation-style class where we will explore the things that make us Methodist. standrewumc.org/news/backstage

GROUPS | standrewumc.org/news Mom To Mom | Come join us for a new year in Mom to Mom! We are a network of friends with one common goal—to be the wife, mother, and friend God intended. Openings in the Tuesday and Wednesday morning groups (9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.) or Thursday evening group (7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.). Childcare is available for the morning groups. If you are interested in joining, have questions, or wish to attend a meeting please email momtomom@standrewumc.org. Women’s Spiritual Growth Group | First and Third Tuesday of Each Month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Room 120 (meets year round) | Eternity Is Now In Session, by John Ortberg, “A Radical Rediscovery of What Jesus Really Taught about Salvation, Eternity, and Getting to the Good Place”, Contact Dawn, dawnmikeconner@gmail.com. Chldcare available, contact Defae, dweaver@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/adults United Methodist Women | Visit one of these groups this fall. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults Rachel Group | October 8, 7:00 p.m., Room 126 | Jeanne Smith, CASA Volunteer (Court Appointed Special Advocates) LIFT Group | October 14, 6:30 p.m., Room 131 | Kim Meyers, Associate Pastor of Family Ministries at St. Andrew New Bible Book Club, Young Women 20s-30s | Sundays, 9:30 a.m., Room 119 Join the journey of reading through the Bible together. Contact Erin Heemer, 512-963-2813. PALS (People with Active Lifestyles) | Wednesdays, (Except 1st of Month), 10:00 a.m., Room 131 | A group offering senior adults educational, cultural, and social opportunities. Contact Allison, ajean@standrewumc.org standrewumc.org/adults OCTOBER 10 | Forrest Pool, Chief Operating Officer—St. Andrew Building Update 17 | Shannan Hayley, Communications and Community Outreach, City of Plano 24 | Dallas Arboretum tour & lunch, Bus leaves church at 10:00 a.m. 31 | Halloween Game Day CareerCare Ministry | Mondays, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Room 131 | A free, weekly support/coaching group helping those who are out of work or “mis-employed” and seeking a career change. New Member Orientation at 6:00 p.m. in Room 133. standrewumc.org/support Prayer Shawl Ministry | 3rd Tuesday of Every Month, 10:00 a.m., Room 120 Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted for individuals experiencing devastating illness or loss. If you don’t know how to knit or crochet, we can teach you. You may also knit or crochet on your own and donate shawls to the ministry. UM Men’s Breakfast | Second Saturday Every Month, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Room 126 | United Methodist Men (UMM) endeavors to awaken, inspire, challenge, train, and support men as they strive to become more Christ-like in their daily living. standrewumc.org/adults

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Middle School Small Group Volunteers Help guide the next generation of our church family. Student Ministry is seeking middle school small group leaders on Sunday mornings to meet our rapidly growing needs. standrewumc.org/news/middleschool

8th Grade Confirmation Meeting October 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Festival Hall Join us for an informational meeting about Confirmation 2019. We will share dates, requirements, retreats, format, and curriculum. standrewumc.org/ news/confirmation2019info

Congregational Care Ministers Information Meeting | October 14 Noon-1:00 p.m. | Come to this informational meeting to learn about serving our church family and providing encouragement through phone calls, facility visits, and more. Lunch is provided. standrewumc.org/news/ccm_training

Aransas Pass Trip | November 8-11 The headlines have moved on, but life is still nowhere close to normal for many gulf residents affected by Hurricane Harvey. St. Andrew adults will travel to Aransas Pass, November 8-11, for our third mission trip of the year to this region. Contact Jimmy Decker for more information. standrewumc.org/news/ aransaspassmt

Created by God | October 18-20 Brings together 5th and 6th graders, their parents, and adult leaders for a faith-filled comprehensive study of human sexuality. Register online. standrewumc.org/news/createdbygod

Coffee Volunteers | Love coffee? Be a part of our Welcome Team Ministry by volunteering to prepare and serve coffee on Sunday mornings. Two shifts available on a rotating basis. Contact Jessica Lowe, jlowe@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/news/coffee 7

Fall Festival | October 28, 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. | Have free fun for the whole family with our Fall Festival! Enjoy games, Trunk or Treat, inflatables, and more. See classic cars from all eras at our second annual Car Show. Want to volunteer with a Trunk or Treat vehicle, or operate games? Contact Alicia Erickson. standrewumc.org/news/fallfestival

Joining Day Luncheon | September Starting Point is the fastest way to 30, Noon-1:15 p.m., Festival Hall get connected into deeper fellowship Learn more about the church and and growth at St. Andrew. This series membership expectations. There will be of classes is held monthly on the first an opportunity to join at the end of the 3 Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Room 131. luncheon. standrewumc.org/news/ standrewumc.org/starting-point joiningdayluncheon

Starting Point is the fastest way to Messenger of Hope Golf Tournament get connected into deeper fellowship October 29, Coyote Ridge Golf Club and growth at St. Andrew. This series Support the Messenger of Hope of classes is held monthly on the first Scholarship Fund, which helps make 3 Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Room 131. college a financial possibility for standrewumc.org/starting-point promising students. standrewumc.org/golf