How Can I Connect with God? February 17, 2019 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary We know we need God’s grace—so what do we do? Jesus tells us to “Seek first.” We do this with God by engaging in the practices that allow God to have the biggest impact on our lives. Through the routine habits of daily faith, God is trying to reach us and give us transforming grace, care and love, to do something profound and life-changing.
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Dies sind die heilgen zehen Gebot, BWV 678 Johann Sebastian Bach, composer | YunJung Lee, Larry and Susan Hauser Organ Scholar *CALL TO WORSHIP It is by God’s grace that we gather for worship. And it is by God’s grace that our lives are changed. We are counting on the active and amazing grace of God today. By your Holy Spirit, enliven our worship. Help us by our actions to be faithful followers of Jesus. For this, we give you thanks and praise. *OPENING HYMN | Jesus, Thine All-Victorious Love 422 | Azmon Jesus, thine all-victorious love shed in my heart abroad; then shall my feet no longer rove, rooted and fixed in God. O that in me the sacred fire might now begin to glow; burn up the dross of base desire and make the mountains flow! O that it now from heaven might fall and all my sins consume! Come, Holy Ghost, for thee I call, Spirit of burning, come! Refining fire, go through my heart, illuminate my soul; scatter thy life through every part and sanctify the whole.
*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.
*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. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS MIDDLE HYMN | Seek Ye First 405 | Seek Ye Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, And all these things shall be added unto you. Allelu, alleluia! Ask, and it shall be given unto you; seek and ye shall find; Knock, and the door shall be opened unto you. Allelu, alleluia!
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CALL TO PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER CHORAL RESPONSE
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OFFERTORY | Amazing Grace Dan Forrest, arranger | Chancel Choir
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How Can I Connect with God? Dr. Scott Engle INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
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We Go in God’s Name ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
*CLOSING HYMN | Amazing Grace 378 (1-4, 6) | Amazing Grace 1 Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me!
4 The Lord has promised good to me, his word my hope secures;
I once was lost, but now am found; was blind, but now I see.
he will my shield and portion be, as long as life endures.
2 ‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved; how precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed.
6 When we’ve been there ten thousand years, bright shining as the sun, we’ve no less days to sing God’s praise than when we’d first begun.
3 Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ‘tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home. *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE | Marche Solennelle Charles Gounod, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, Organist
Notes on the Cover Art Throughout the Bible, the Christian journey is portrayed as walking, from Adam and Eve walking in the garden to David choosing the path of righteousness to the disciples walking with Jesus. Instead of thinking of the Christian life as something we do sitting down, what would it look like as something we do while on the move?
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 Sympathy Patrick and Mary Doyle in the death of Mary’s mother, Betty Forshee (Feb 7) Z and Jane Marshall and John and Melinda Marshall in the death of Melinda’s brother, John Brummer Hospital Vinnie Liddiard 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.
WHY I GIVE The St. Andrew community shares why they give to the ministries of the church. “I give in hope that the church will continue to help more people become closer in their relationship with God.”
GIVING | standrewumc.org/give
2019
2018
Year To Date | January 31 Malachi 3:10
$6,643,858
YTD: $405,933
$7,114,636 (Planned)
YTD: $641,312
“Bring the whole tenth-part to the storage house so there might be food in my house. Please test me in this, says the Lord of heavenly forces. See whether I do not open all the windows of the heavens for you and empty out a blessing until there is enough.”
*2019 Annual Budget is $7,114,636
Actual: 6%
Actual: 9%
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GROUPS |
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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 of each month 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
LIFT | March 3, 6:30 p.m., EMMAUS, Contact Aimee, aimee.heiser@hotmail.com for meeting place
Sarah Sisters | March 6, 9:30-11:00 a.m., Room 131, A Time for Children from a Grandparent’s Point of View, Kim Meyers, Associate Pastor Family Ministries at St. Andrew Rachel Group | March 11, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Room 126, Zip Code Connection, Andrew Fiser, Associate Director, Center for Missional Outreach 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 20 | Old Red Museum, Dallas, Bus will leave St. Andrew at 10:00 a.m. 27 | A Time for Children from a Grandparent’s Point of View, Kim Meyers, Associate Pastor Family Ministries at St. Andrew 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 | 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 UM Men’s Breakfast | Second Saturday of 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 6
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Young Adult Sunday Brunch | February 24, 12:15 p.m., Mexican Sugar | Enjoy great food and fellowship at Mexican Sugar! Select menu, pay on your own. All young adults are welcome! RSVP online. Contact Allison Jean with any questions. standrewumc.org/News/YABrunch
Mission Trip | February 21-24 | 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
DRIVE Blood Drive | Today, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Front of Sanctuary | 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
Shrove Tuesday | March 5, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Smith Worship Center | Come for some fun and fellowship! Eat pancakes with all the toppings. This free event is for all ages. standrewumc.org/News/Shrove
11th Annual Prom Closet | 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
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 7
Realm Connect | To help our church stay connected and grow in our faith lives, we’re launching a new, easy-to-use 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. Download the app – search Realm and look for “Connect - Our Church Community” or visit onrealm.org/standrewumc. Visit our website for videos and step-by-step instructions. standrewumc.org/realmconnect
Lent Devotional | Join us this Lenten season and read a daily devotional written by St. Andrew ministry leaders. Devotional will be available starting March 6. standrewumc.org/Lent
Bridge and Parking Event | March 3, 12:15 p.m. | Join us as we open our new pedestrian bridge and south parking lot. We will gather for a ribbon cutting in the circle drive near the new children’s entrance. standrewumc.org/News/Bridge
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