February 2, 2020 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary Fasting is a crucial part of our faith journey when we choose not to satisfy our cravings, to connect with Christ in his suffering and to realize our identities are not centered in worldly things. However, God gives us all the gifts of creation; they are a “right, good and joyful thing.� How do we find a balance between these two seemingly opposite commands?
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP We Gather in God’s Name ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PRELUDE | Intrada Festiva Dale Wood, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist *CALL TO WORSHIP The sinners, the saints; the broken, the whole We all come seeking the One who offers grace and hope. The doubters, the devout; the wonderers, the wanderers We all seek to follow the One who works for justice and hope for all of God’s people. The hesitant, the heroic; the grandparents, the little children We all listen for the songs of joy all creation sings to the One who gives life and peace. *OPENING HYMN | Be Thou My Vision 451 | Slane | Verses 1-3 Be Thou my vision, O Lord of my heart; naught be all else to me, save that thou art. Thou my best thought, by day or by night, waking or sleeping, thy presence my light. Be Thou my wisdom, and thou my true word; I ever with thee and thou with me, Lord; thou and thou only, first in my heart, great God of heaven, my treasure thou art. Great God of Heaven, my victory won, may I reach heaven’s joys, O bright heaven’s Sun! Heart of my own heart, whatever befall, still be my vision, O Ruler of all. *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. *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. *Please rise in body or spirit. 2
+In this instance, catholic means universal.
CHILDREN’S MOMENT WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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CALL TO PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD’S PRAYER CHORAL RESPONSE
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FROM HERE STORY OFFERTORY | Be Thou My Vision John Rutter, composer | Chancel Choir Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart, Be all else but naught to me, save that thou art, Be thou my best thought in the day and the night, Both waking and sleeping, thy presence my light. Be thou my wisdom, be thou my true word Be thou ever with me, and I with thee, Lord, Be thou my great Father, and I thy true son, Be thou in me dwelling, and I with thee one. Be thou my breastplate, my sword for the fight, Be thou my whole armour, be thou my true might, Be thou my soul’s shelter, be thou my strong tower, O raise thou me heavenward, great Power of my power. Riches I heed not, nor man’s empty praise, Be thou my inheritance now and always, Be thou and thou only the first in my heart, O Sovereign of heaven, my treasure thou art. High King of heaven, thou heaven’s bright Sun, O grant me its joys after vict’ry is won, Great Heart of my own heart, whatever befall, Still be thou my vision, O Ruler of all.
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TEMPERANCE Rev. Jimmy Decker
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INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
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*CLOSING HYMN | Blessed Assurance 369 | Assurance | Verses 1-3 Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine! O what a foretaste of glory divine! Heir of salvation, purchase of God, born of his Spirit, washed in his blood. (Refrain) This is my story, this is my song, praising my Savior all the day long; this is my story, this is my song, praising my Savior all the day long. Perfect submission, perfect delight, visions of rapture now burst on my sight; angels descending bring from above echoes of mercy, whispers of love. (Refrain) Perfect submission, all is at rest; I in my Savior am happy and blest, watching and waiting, looking above, filled with his goodness, lost in his love. (Refrain) *BENEDICTION I am no longer my own, but thine. Put me to what thou wilt, rank me with whom thou wilt. Put me to doing, put me to suffering. Let me be employed by thee or laid aside by thee. Exalted for thee or brought low for thee. Let me be full, let me be empty. Let me have all things, let me have nothing. I freely and heartily yield all things to thy pleasure and disposal. And now, O glorious and blessed God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, thou art mine, and I am thine. So be it. And the covenant which I have made on earth, Let it be ratified in heaven. Amen. POSTLUDE | Fanfare Jacques Lemmens, composer | Dr. Jonathan M. Gregoire, organist
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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 Adoption Audrianna Marian Skinner, daughter of Alan and Alicia Skinner (Jan 27) Birth Zell Muir Freeman daughter of Steven and Hilary Freeman (Jan 25) Weddings Clint Wyatt and Erin Heemer (Jan 4) Matthew Swalm and Hilary Werthmann (Jan 25) Health and Healing Pat Daniels, Mike Stewart, Sammi Warren Sympathy Jean Litton in the death of her daughter, Penny Litton Schofield (Jan 24) Long-Term Care Nancy Cates, Dan Cox, Glennys Damewood, John Elder, Mary Eubanks, Carol Murphy, Margaret Richard, Jeff Simmons, Emory Walker 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.
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Share From Here. The things that outlast us are the things that matter. One mark of wisdom is the realization that we don’t toil for our own sake but for the sake of those to come. This is the power of legacy and the lifeblood of the church. Commit to the next generation and celebrate the ways God continues to build St. Andrew and our city. Share from here.
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GROUPS | standrewumc.org/news Travel Ministry | England/Ireland, April 18-30 | Join Robert Hasley, Allison Jean and Kay Richardson in the Parlor on Sunday, February 16 at noon for information on the trip to London and Oxford, England; and Dublin and Galway, Ireland. Our travel agent will be present. We will tour John Wesley’s Christian heritage, the British Museum, Westminster Abby, Stonehenge as well as beautiful castles, Celtic cathedrals and the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland. All inclusive, with a professional tour guide! Contact Kay Richardson, krichardson@ standrewumc.org. ImagineU Mentoring | Help high school students facing challenges in education by mentoring them through their journey. United Methodist Men of St. Andrew is seeking volunteers to serve with ImagineU, a yearly mentorship program for students in our community. standrewumc.org/news/imagineu PALS (People with Active Lifestyles) | Wednesdays (Except First of Month), 10:00 a.m., Room 131 | Senior adults connect through educational, cultural, and social opportunities. Contact Jimmy, jdecker@standrewumc.org. standrewumc.org/pals FEBRUARY 12 | Now Showing: Sleepless in Seattle, Movie Room at St. Andrew, popcorn and snacks 19 | Fun and Games: SKIPBO and snacks 26 | Planning Meeting and Ash Wednesday Service United Methodist Women | All are welcome. standrewumc.org/umw Rachel Group | February 4, 7:00 p.m., Parlor, Prom Closet Workday Sarah Sisters | February 5, 10:00 a.m., Parlor, Prom Closet Workday LIFT | February 9, 4:30 p.m., Willow Bend Mall, Packing dresses for Prom Closet. Contact Aimee, aimee.heiser@hotmail.com if you want to help. Mom to Mom | Mom to Mom provides a positive atmosphere for sharing ideas, discussing common struggles and embracing the delights of raising children. We are open to all mothers looking for spiritual growth and friendship. Check the website for group meeting days and times. standrewumc.org/news/momtomom United Methodist Men Sweetheart Dinner and Movie | February 7, 6:00 p.m., Festival Hall | Honor your sweetheart! Order tickets online 24/7 or Sunday morning, February 2. standrewumc.org/news/SweetheartNight United Methodist Men’s Breakfast | Second Saturday of Every Month, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Room 126 | UMM endeavors to awaken, inspire, challenge, train, and support men as they strive to become more Christ-like in their daily living. standrewumc.org/men Career Care Ministry | Mondays, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Room 131 | This free, weekly support/ coaching group helps those who are out of work or mis-employed and seeking a career change. New Member Orientation begins at 6:00 p.m. standrewumc.org/careercare “A Little Deeper” Book Club | Wednesday, February 19, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Room 131 | Our book discussion in February is The Giver of Stars by Jolo Moyes. A light lunch will be served and please bring your own drink. All are welcome. standrewumc.org/adults Prayer Shawls Available | Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted for individuals experiencing devastating illness or loss of a loved one. Each shawl is prayed over as it is created and again upon completion by our Prayer Shawl Ministry, our church staff, and our pastors. Contact Donna, dfenwick@standrewumc.org. 6
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Financial Peace University | Tuesdays, February 4-April 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Room 131 | Find financial peace with Dave Ramsey’s 9-week, resource management class series. Try the first class as a free trial! Email Bill Brewer at bdfaith@sbcglobal.net to reserve your trial spot. standrewumc.org/news/FinancialPeace
12th Annual Prom Closet Donation Drive | January 25-February 2 | Dresses, shoes, jewelry, evening bags and wraps needed. Drop off donations at the kiosk in the gathering area near the Sanctuary on weekends, or in Room 133 during weekdays. Monetary donations also welcomed. standrewumc.org/PromCloset
Lenten Devotional | Discover Jesus in a deeper way. Join us this Lenten season and read a daily devotional written by St. Andrew ministry leaders. Devotionals will be available starting February 26. Sign up to receive daily devotionals in your email inbox. standrewumc.org/lent
Salt and Light Dessert Show | February 23, 4:00 and 6:00 p.m., Smith Worship Center | Support the ministries of Salt and Light Youth Choir and come enjoy this year’s fundraiser concert: “Disney and Dessert.” Tickets include dessert. standrewumc.org/ news/SaltandLightShow
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper February 25, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Smith Worship Center | Come for some fun and fellowship! Eat pancakes, and load them up with all kinds of toppings. No cost. standrewumc.org/news/Shrove
Bell Blast | February 15 & 16 | 3:00-6:30 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m. Sunday | We invite 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students to learn a bell piece and perform in worship! Rehearsals include games, snacks, and more. standrewumc.org/news/bellblast 7
Ash Wednesday Worship February 26 | 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary; Come-and-go, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Chapel | This contemplative service begins the season of Lent. Come by as you wish to the informal, midday service with harpist Yumiko Schlaffer. Both services include imposition of ashes. standrewumc.org/news/AshWednesday
The Storehouse Grand Opening February 9, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Ribbon Cutting 10:40 a.m. | Celebrate the ministries of the Storehouse of Collin County at the Grand Opening of our new facilities on campus! Following the ribbon cutting, the area is open to explore through 12:30 p.m. standrewumc.org/news/ storehouse
Nordic Choir of Luther College February 4, 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary | No Admission Cost | Presented by the Arts Foundation of St. Andrew, this concert features one of the premier collegiate choirs in the United States! See our webpage for more events and classes ahead. standrewumc.org/Nordic
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