St. Mark’s

United Methodist Church

100 Peachblossom Road Easton, Maryland 21601

410-822-0001 FAX: 410-822-0002

www.stmarkseaston.org

churchoffice@stmarkseaston.org

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5th Sunday of Easter

April 29, 2018 … … … … .… … … … … …. … 8:15 & 11 a.m. Worship Service

GATHERING………………....….……….……………. Please take time to pray

WELCOME

▲ WE WELCOME ONE ANOTHER

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PRELUDE…………………………………… … … … … … … Dr. Bill Wharton

“Lift High the Cross ” … … … … … … … … … ………… … … … … .Moore

▲ CALL TO WORSHIP The trumpet sounds, not for glory or notice,

But to call us to God’s love and grace. We are gathered in worship, not for publicity or praise,

But to remember our need for grace. We are called to pray, not for appearance or show,

But for a renewed spirit and a heart of love.

▲ THE OPENING PRAYER

� HYMN / LIGHTING OF ALTAR CANDLES “Hope of the World”… … … … … … … … ………..…………………page 178

� AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Prayer of John Chrysostom … … … … … … … … … … … .. page 412

� THE GLORIA … … … … … ……,,,,,,,,…..… … … … … … … ….page 304

Easter people, raise your voices, sounds of heaven in earth should ring.

Christ has brought us heaven’s choices; heavenly music, let it ring.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Easter people, let us sing.

PSALTER READING Psalm 32 with response … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 766

SPECIAL MUSIC 8:15…………………………………………………………………….Dr. Bill Curry

“Just as I Am”………………………………………………………………McClung

11:00 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ...Chancel Choir

“A Charge to Keep I Have” … … … ………….. ……………… ……arr. Parker

PRAYER CONCERNS & CALL TO PRAYER The Lord be with you. AND ALSO WITH YOU. Let us pray.

MORNING PRAYER & THE LORD’S PRAYER 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.

OFFERING OF OUR GIFTS AND TITHES

Offertory Prayer and Voluntary … … … … … … … … … … … Dr. Wharton

“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” … … … … … … … Showalter/Whitworth

� DOXOLOGY… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 176

Majesty, worship his majesty; unto Jesus be all glory, honor and praise.

Majesty, kingdom authority, flow from his throne unto his own; his

anthem raise. So exalt, lift up on high the name of Jesus. Magnify, come

glorify Christ Jesus, the King. Majesty, worship his majesty, Jesus who

died, now glorified, King of all kings.

� READING FROM THE GOSPELS

Matthew 18:21-35… … … … … … … … … … … … … …pages 852-853 This is the Word of the Lord.. THANKS BE TO GOD!

MESSAGE … … “The Door of Forgiveness” … … … Pastor Missy Rekitzke

▲ HYMN / EXTINGUISHING OF THE CANDLES

“Freely, Freely”… … … … … … … … … … … … .. … …………. page 389

▲ BLESSING/BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE FOR ORGAN AND PIANO…....Dr. Curry & Dr. Wharton

“The Lord Bless You and Keep You”………………….……….Lutkin/Michelson

� Indicates Congregation standing as able.

“Have a Blessed Week & Say a Good Word for God!”

WELCOME TO ST. MARK’S! Before the service begins, you are invited to register your attendance (please print) in the attendance pad in the pew. THE FLOWERS on the altar this morning are presented to the Glory of God, in memory of Julie Thomas, Ann & Steve Gross by Bill & Amy Gross. THE NURSERY is located in Room 212 & is available for parents to attend to their child’s needs. Volunteers are needed. Please see Dana Callahan, Nursery Coordinator. The nursery is located in Room 212.

-Those Who Serve - ACOLYTE: Matthew Craig. LAYREADER: Marion Jackson. (8:15). Laura Sydnor. (11:00).

USHERS: Head Usher: Mike Butler; Lana Weaver & Ruth Higgins. (8:15). Head Usher: Raymond Harrison; Bob Thomas, Peggy Candore, Harry & Janice Nagel. (11:00).

GREETERS: Lana Weaver & Ruth Higgins. (8:15). . (11:00). SOUND TECH: Cindy Hammons. (11:00).

COFFEE HOUR: . ALTAR GUILD: Pat Jones. CHURCH OPENING: Karen Reed. CLOSING: The Nagels.

ANNOUNCEMENTS ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL AT 9:30 AM

Pairs & Spares meet in Conference Rm of Staff wing. The Koinonia Class meets in Meeting Rm. 155. Wesley-Yater meets in the Chapel. TABITHA CIRCLE Change in location Monday, May 7th @ 7:00 at Eileen's house in Easton Club on Oxford Road. DEBORAH CIRCLE Change in location Tuesday, May 1 at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Claudette Ross, 7308 Casey Ave., Easton. RADA SPRING FUNDRAISER Sarah Circle will be accepting Rada Cutlery orders through May 31. As always, all profit benefits Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence. There are several items that are absolute necessities for every kitchen as summer quickly approaches. All six (6) kinds of paring knives which sell for $4.75 or $6.00 each are very popular. Another two of the best sellers are the tomato slicer @ $5.50 and the ice cream scoop @$11.50. All are available with either the original silver color or black handle. Product catalogs are available in the Gathering Area. Any questions please call Ann Yingling @ 410 820 8592. COFFEE FELLOWSHIP WE LOVE OUR COFFEE FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY MORNINGS! Thanks to everyone who has helped with this since September. We only have a few weeks left and we still need you! Please sign up on the

sheet in the Gathering Area. Guidelines are provided -it’s fun, easy, & enjoyed by so many. This is a great service opportunity for families. CALLING ALL 2 YEAR OLDS! St. Mark’s Pre School still has one opening in their M/W Two Year old class for the 2018-2019 school year. All children must be two by August 31 to be eligible for the class. Children attend class from 9am-12pm on Mondays & Wednesdays. Come play, learn & grow with us! Contact Sarah Ewing for more information. 410-822-0078 or stmarkspreschooleaston@gmail.com. DO YOU SHOP AT HARRIS TEETER? Did you know you can support St. Mark’s Preschool by grocery shopping? Harris Teeter’s Together in Education program is an easy fundraising program for schools in our community. To participate, you simply need to link your VIC card to our school using account number 4487. This can be done by visiting www.harristeeter.com or calling 1-800-432-6111 (Ask for Together in Education). **Please note cards will need to be re-registered each school year. Please contact me with any questions! Thank you so much for your support. –Sarah Ewing (St. Mark’s Preschool Director) YOUTH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED St. Mark’s Preschool will be holding its annual Family Fun Picnic for our preschoolers on Wednesday, May 2 from 5-7pm. We could really use some youth volunteers to help operate our bounce house. Free Food! Please contact Sarah Ewing for more information 410-822-0078 or stmarkspreschooleaston@gmail.com THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! As our Pre-School year rapidly comes to a close, I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who helped support our school this year. We truly appreciated all the prayers & monetary donations. We would especially like to recognize The United Methodist Women, The Tabitha Circle & The Sarah Circle. We have been blown away by the tremendous amount of love & support you have offered our school. Words simply cannot express our gratitude. Thank you to everyone for their support & allowing us to make a difference in the lives of our Pre-School families. DEADLINE FOR BULLETIN is 1:00 p.m. every Wednesday! UNITED METHODIST MEN If you are a man of faith and want to help us in our mission of serving Christ & others, we would love to have you join us. Send me an email to earecksonr@yahoo.com & I will put you on our United Methodist Men (UMM) email list. You don’t have to attend our meetings to be involved. We are active & alive for Christ. Come & be a part of our group. THE THRIFT SHOP 410-820-7106 The shop hours are Monday- 10:00am-12:30 pm, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10:00am - 2:00pm. 410-820-7106. Thank you! Lee Royer 410-829-8189. FOR MEMORIAL OR HONORARIUM monetary gifts please send to Karen Reed’s attention. Please do not put in offering plate unless they are in regular envelope, marked with Karen’s name. Letters are written to the family so they can be acknowledged. WE ARE STILL COLLECTING the Box Tops for Education.

MR. FIX IT If you have nagging little things around the house that need fixing, why not call Mr. Fix-It who would be delighted to address your problem(s). Call the Church Office to arrange for this free service. PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL meets weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. please feel free to join us as we pray for various needs for the church, members & the local community. Please use the pew cards to submit requests for prayers. PRAYER CHAIN MINISTRY The Prayer Chain Ministry provides prayer support in crisis or emergencies for church members, loved ones & people in the community. Please call the church office 410/822-0001 & or Contact Sara Lou Casson 410/822-4872 or Betty Fleming 410/822-2216.

-This Week at St. Mark’s- Sunday, April 29, 2018 8:15 a.m. – Worship Service. Chapel. 9:30 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary. 9:30 a.m. – Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary. Monday, April 30, 2018 6:30 p.m. – Sunday School Teachers Meeting. Conference Rm. Tuesday, May 1, 2018 6:30 p.m. – Disciple Fast Track. Rm. 8. Thursday, May 3, 2018 6:30 p.m. – Disciple III. Conference Rm. 7:00 p.m. – Chancel Choir Rehearsals. Choir Rm. Sunday, May 6, 2018 8:15 a.m. – Worship Service. Chapel. 9:30 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary. 9:30 a.m. – Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary.

-Let Us Pray For- Prayer Focus: For the safety of our children. While we all know that being admitted into the hospital can be a stressful time, please contact the

church office so that you can be visited. You are our family & are important to us! We would like your permission for your name to be listed if you are in the hospital.

Bayleigh Chase/Marvel Hall 501 Dutchman’s Lane Easton, MD 21601 Jim Denny

Bayleigh Chase 545 Cynwood Drive Gloria Lindquist, Lois Dabbert, Don Casson, Ted Lewers, Elva Eareckson

Homestead Manor 410 Colonial Drive Denton, MD 21629 Lee Walker Envoy of Denton 420 Colonial Drive Denton, MD 21629 Eudora Fischer Lakeside Dave Stavely (Rm 326) 1109 S. Schumaker Drive Salisbury, MD 21804 Serving in the Military 1st Lt. Jacob Shores US Army 10058 Intrepid Way

Colorado Springs, CO 80925

GySgt. Harold S. Brice, III U.S. Marine Recruiting Catonsville 5439 Baltimore National Pike Catonsville, MD 21229 CPL Sarah Golden (Royer) USMC

6128 Chosin Circle Tarawa Terrace, NC 28543 P.O. II Gary B. Granger, Jr. Navy 7812 Stone Briar Drive

Glen Burnie, MD 21060 At Home (Easton, unless noted) Dan Pritchett

700 Port Street, Cottage 562

Chuck & Pat Moon 7336 Madeline Avenue Ruby Carter 29378 Price Street George & Phyllis Carroll 8900 Goldsborough Neck Road Cathy Tull 201 Federal Street, Apt. 27 Mort Reed 7410 Skidaway Road, Apt. 210 Savannah, GA 31406 Cadia Rehabilitation-Pike Creek 3540 Three Little Bakers Blvd. Wilmington, DE 19808 Susan Horning Our Global Missions: monthly focus

● Lifetime Wells International

It’s almost Scholarship Time! The Scholarship Committee is in need of donations to support the scholarship program at St. Mark's. If you would like to donate to the program, please specify "Scholarship Fund" on your check or envelope. Thank you for your continued support.

Applications for the Scholarship Program can be picked up in the church office. Applications are due by June 18, 2018. Students who are attending college as undergraduates in the Fall 2018 are eligible to apply for a scholarship. Members attending seminary school are also eligible to apply.

St. Mark’s Mission is:

To share the love of Jesus with & through the people of Talbot County & beyond.

Our Worship: 4/15 4/22 8:15 A.M. Worship 70 64 9:30 A.M. Worship 144 102 11:00 A.M. Worship 81 98 Total Worship Attendance 327 264 Sunday School Attendance 80 92

Our Tithes & Offerings (April 22, 2018) Total Amount Received Last Week $ 8,572.00

Total for Operations $ 4,595.00 Total for Maintenance $ 362.50 Total for Mortgage $ 490.00 Other $ 3,124.50

Missions Fund (YTD) * $ 12,433.76

In a move to support your generosity, we’re implementing a new way to give. We are really excited to announce that our app is now available for downloading in the app store! Using your smart phone text stmarkseaston app to 77977. You will be sent a link which will direct you to our very own custom app. So no matter where you are you can give anytime! You can also use your computer by going to our website www.stmarkseaston.org click on the GIVE tab and follow the instructions. Thank you for your support as we continue to grow & impact our community together!

SHHHHHH! Attention! Attention! Once again, YOU have an opportunity to bless our youth by sharing in our “LOVE BUCKET” ministry. We currently have 9 young people who will be going on the Confirmation Retreat this year (May 11-12) & who will be joining the church on Sunday, May 20th (Pentecost Sunday!). Each confirmand will be given a bucket to show how much we love them

& how excited we are for them to be a part of the church. The buckets will be in the church office in the front area so you can stop by any time the office is open to bring something to show your support (suggestions: cards, letters, candy, stickers, small gifts, use your imagination! Have fun!). Every year this is a highlight for the kids! But keep quiet so we can surprise them on Confirmation Sunday, May 20th at the 9:30 a.m. service. The names of the confirmands are:

Carson Allen Ian Branic Ryan Chadwick

Courtney Fike Riley Hontz Kaylyn Lowery

Georgia Murdoch Addison Thomas Darby Thomas