Do I Have to Obey the Law? February 3, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary Even as God offers us unlimited grace and love, God calls us to a life of perfection. This is not an unattainable goal, either but something we can achieve when we follow God’s moral laws and allow the Holy Spirit to guide and shape our lives.
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Grand Chœur Dialogué Eugène Gigout, composer | Imperial Brass and Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist *CALL TO WORSHIP Gracious God, as this day gives way to night, from generation to generation, we praise your holy name. Like our ancestors before us, we proclaim your greatness to our children, for we have seen your deeds of power and witnessed your goodness in our lives. As you have opened your hand to all, satisfying the desire of every living thing open our hearts so that we might share the gifts we have received from you. Let us worship God in gratitude and joy! *OPENING HYMN | Holy, Holy, Holy 64 | Nicea Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee. Holy, holy, holy! Merciful and mighty, God in three persons, blessed Trinity! Holy, holy, holy! All the saints adore thee, casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea; cherubim and seraphim falling down before thee, which wert, and art, and evermore shalt be. Holy, holy, holy! Though the darkness hide thee, though the eye of sinful man thy glory may not see, only thou art holy; there is none beside thee, perfect in power, in love and purity. Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! All thy works shall praise thy name, in earth and sky and sea. Holy, holy, holy! Merciful and mighty, God in three persons, blessed Trinity. *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy +catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
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*Please rise in body or spirit.
+In this instance, catholic means universal.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION AND PARDON Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore, let us confess our sin before God and one another. 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. All pray in silence. 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! In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven! Glory to God. Amen. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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PASTORAL PRAYER
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OFFERTORY | All Creatures of Our God and King Alice Parker, arranger | Chancel Choir and Imperial Brass
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Do I Have to Obey the Law? Dr. Scott Engle and Rev. Arthur Jones
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We Feast at the Lord’s Table ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING LORD’S PRAYER HOLY COMMUNION INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
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*CLOSING HYMN | Trust and Obey 467 | Trust And Obey *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Flourishes David Johnson, composer | Imperial Brass and Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
Notes on the Cover Art This week’s image is of people walking along a path. For most of us, the word “law” brings up images of Lady Justice, blindly holding two scales. But for the Hebrews, law was seen more as a set of guideposts along a path, keeping us safe from danger.
Art by Briana Williams
The Wesleyan Way: Worship Series | January 12/13-March 2/3 | Sometimes the “rules” of Christianity can seem so complex. An 18th century English pastor named John Wesley taught that the best guide for the journey of life and faith goes beyond the important forms and rituals of religion to a place of rediscovering the joy and freedom that the earliest followers of Jesus felt. Wesley sparked a worldwide revival of Christian faith by pointing to a way of following Jesus based on a real relationship where we can find God’s grace. This series looks at eight core aspects of faith that lead to a joyful and abundant life. 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 Milestone Celebration Bill and Vicky Herr on their 55th wedding anniversary (Feb 8) Wedding Walter Floyd and Allie Martin (Feb 2) Sympathy The Roper family in the death of Dean Roper (Jan 16) Randy, Gretchen, Kristin and Carolyn Biery in the death of mother and grandmother, Carolyn “Petey” Gazlay (Jan 26) Ken, Regina, Austin and Luke Edwards in the death of father and grandfather, Buck Edwards (Jan 27) Long-Term Care Nancy Cates, Dan Cox, Glennys Damewood, John Elder, Mary Eubanks, John Hamilton, Jeff Simmons, Betty White and Charlyne Winborn
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.
TYPES OF GIVING | standrewumc.org/give Help secure the vitality of St. Andrew with any of three types of giving.
ANNUAL GIFTS
SPECIAL GIFTS
FOREVER GIFTS
Your weekly or monthly offerings that support the church’s operating budget.
Includes specifically designated times of the year, such as Christmas and Easter offerings, and capital campaigns, like ChurchOne.
Invest in the future of St. Andrew ministries, infrastructure, and leadership development.
We invite you to prayerfully consider how your gifts may help us live out our call to be passionate servants of Christ, now and in the future. 5
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Starting Point is the fastest way to get connected into deeper fellowship and growth at St. Andrew. This series of classes is held monthly on the first 3 Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Room 131. standrewumc.org/starting-point Online Library | Dig deeper in your faith, and use our new online system to reserve materials from the St. Andrew Resource Library! Register for a free account on Librarika, where you can view our inventory and request pick-ups. standrewumc.org/News/Library United Methodist Women | Visit a group this winter. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults Rachel Group | Sarah Sisters | LIFT |
February 5, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Parlor | Prom Closet Workday February 6, 9:30-11:00 a.m., Parlor | Prom Closet Workday February 10, 4:30 p.m., Willow Bend Mall | Prom Closet Workday, Contact Aimee, aimee.heiser@hotmail.com
PALS (People with Active Lifestyles) | Wednesdays (Except First 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 FEBRUARY 13 | Valentine’s Party with St. Andrew Preschool-tour and read with children 20 | Old Red Museum, Dallas, Bus will leave St. Andrew at 10:00 a.m. 27 | Kim Meyers, Associate Pastor Family Ministries at St. Andrew, A Time for Children Career Care 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 Women’s Spiritual Growth Group-New Study begins February 5th | First and Third Tuesday of Each Month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Room 120 (meets year round) | Join us for Taste and See: Discovering God Among Butchers, Bakers, & Fresh Food Makers by Margaret Feinberg, Contact Dawn, dawnmikeconner@gmail.com. Chldcare available, contact Defae, dweaver@ standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/adults Prayer Shawl Ministry | Third 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. Contact Cathy Goddard, goddardcc@yahoo.com. “A Little Deeper” Book Club | Wednesday, February 20, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Room 131 Our book discussion in February is Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. A light lunch will be served and please bring your own drink. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults
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DRIVE Salt & Light Choir Dessert Show February 24, 4:00 and 6:00 p.m., Smith Worship Center | Support the ministries of Salt and Light Youth Choir and come see this year’s fundraiser concert: “Movie Night.” Dessert is included with your ticket. standrewumc.org/News/ SaltAndLightShow
Blood Drive | February 17, 8:00 a.m.1:00 p.m., North Parking Lot | Carter BloodCare provides life-saving blood components and transfusion services that give hope to people in need. Give life by donating blood. standrewumc.org/News/BloodDrive
UMM Annual Sweetheart Dinner and Movie February 8, 6:00 p.m., Festival Hall | Treat your sweetheart to a dinner catered by Maggianos and a movie. Seating is limited. Purchase tickets at signup table in Chapel hallway, Sunday morning, February 3. Cost is $30 per couple. Childcare available for $5. standrewumc.org/News/
Realm | To help our church stay connected and grow in our faith lives, we’re launching a new, sophisticated tool called Realm. Realm is an updated, much more powerful version of software we’ve used in the past. Event information, group communication, giving, and more will be easier and more secure than ever. standrewumc.org/realmconnect
Mission Trip | February 17 | Share the love of Christ and serve the Rockport/ Aransas Pass area on our St. Andrew Adults mission trip. This is our fourth mission trip to the region, for ongoing hurricane relief work. Contact Jimmy Decker at jdecker@ standrewumc.org for more information. standrewumc.org/News/AdultsMT
Gospel Goes Classical | February 7, 7:30 p.m., Morton Meyerson Symphony Center | Celebrate a powerful evening of music – blending gospel, orchestra, and a 200-voice choir – at Gospel Goes Classical. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the nonprofit Project Unity. standrewumc.org/ News/GospelGoesClassical
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PERMANENT ENDOWMENT Established by St. Andrew In 2011, the Permanent Endowment allows members and friends of St. Andrew to keep the light of Christ’s love shining brightly at the church, forever impacting future generations. Gifts to the Permanent Endowment, which we call Forever Gifts, are invested, not spent. Earnings from these investments support the following: • Establishment of new ministries of St. Andrew, including planting new churches. • Scholarships to educate and train future pastors and leaders from within the St. Andrew family. • Major upgrades and emergency needs of permanent facilities on campus. As the Permanent Endowment grows it will provide our congregation with a perpetual source of income, keeping the light of Christ shining brightly for generations to come through the ministries and missions of St. Andrew. Visit the website or stop by the Endowment table after worship. standrewumc.org/endowment
11th Annual Prom Closet Donations | We are seeking dresses, shoes, jewelry, evening bags and wraps. Drop off donations before and after worship in the Narthex and Chapel Hallway February 2/3, or in Room 133 during weekdays. Monetary donations also welcomed. Volunteer Opportunities | February 18-23 | Prom Closet relies on volunteers for various roles, including all levels of physical capability. Among the duties are check-in desk, dressing room assistants, and set-up crew members. Sign up online. standrewumc.org/PromCloset
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