June 12, 2016 Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Series: Inspire the Living Faith

We invite you to stand as you are able

Chiming of the Hour (11:00 a.m.)

Welcome

Praise Set (8:30 a.m) ALIVE Praise Band

Opening Voluntary (11:00 a.m.) Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise Wagner

Choral Introit (11:00 a.m.) Thy Word is a Lamp Smith

Hymn of Praise No. 139 (11:00 a.m.) Praise to the Lord, the Almighty Neander

Concerns of the Congregation

Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Anthem (11:00 a.m.) Lord, I Stretch My Hands to You Jay Althouse

Chancel Choir Jennifer Klim, Director

Lord, I stretch my hands to you; no other help I know. If you should leave me all alone, where, then, shall I go?

Oh, Lord. I give my soul to you; I seek your care and love. No other blessings do I need but those from you above. Lord, I ask you; give me faith, and help me understand.

And, Lord, when I this life shall leave, just hold me in your hand. Lord, I stretch my hands to you; no other help I know.

If you should leave me all alone, where, then, shall I go? Oh, Lord, oh, Lord, I stretch my hands to you.

We Worship with our Tithes and Offerings

Offertory (8:30 a.m.) ALIVE Praise Band Voluntary (11:00 a.m.) Walond

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.

We Worship with the Children (11:00 a.m.) (Kid Kits in the bright green bags, provided for K-5th graders, are located at the back of the sanctuary. Following We Worship with the Children, K-3rd graders are invited to attend Children’s Worship on the ground floor Children’s Ministry area...just follow the Worship Leader.)

Scripture Acts 21:1-14 NT Page 141-142

Sermon Where He Leads Me, I will Follow Rev. Jamie Armstrong Our Acts story today concerns Paul’s journey back to Jerusalem. Paul was always on the move for Jesus, and he is on the move again, this time to Jesus. Paul believes this is the way the spirit wishes him to go…and despite the objections and the pleas from his friends, travelling companions, supporters and followers, Paul will not be deterred.

Even when the prophet Agabus takes his belt and binds him, saying that the man who wears this belt will be bound – hand and foot – and handed over to the authorities, Paul will not be deterred. He will not take flight in the face of fear. He will walk in faith into the valley of the shadow of death. And they are left to say, your will be done.

It is almost an unutterable law of the universe - those who refuse to move with Jesus are left by Jesus. Where might God be prompting you and us to move today?

Anthem (8:30 a.m.) ALIVE Praise Band

Hymn of Response No. 338 (11:00 a.m.)

Where He Leads Me Blandy

Benediction and Blessing

Choral Benediction (11:00 a.m.) Threefold Amen Danish

Traveling Music (8:30 a.m.) ALIVE Praise Band

Postlude O Zion Haste Walch

Announcements

United Methodist Men (You will not meet next Sunday, June 19 for your regular breakfast meeting & program)

Friday Evening Men’s Retreat Friday, June 24 at 5:30 p.m. Who’s Invited: ALL Men Location: Charlie Hoover’s Lake Home (170 Watson Lane, Lexington, NC) Activities: Cookout with hamburgers & hotdogs, fishing (bring your fishing gear), and Cornhole (bean bag toss). RSVP: Richard Foust (rfoust@rfoustlaw.com or 336-971-6158) so we know how many are planning to eat. Office Volunteer Open House Wednesday, June 22 (10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.) in the Reception Area (just off the elevator on the First Floor). This is an opportunity for anyone who may be interested in becoming an office volunteer (one day a month between the hours of 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.) to visit with Donna and a current volunteer, discover what to expect when serving in the church office, and hopefully, sign up to be an office volunteer.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame Alive with Christian Activity announces an event coming in July! Currently on the Winston-Salem Dash schedule for Tuesday, July 26 there is a deal for the price of a regular ticket ($11-$13) you get into the ballgame and eat all the hot dogs and hamburgers you want through the 7th inning.

So, check your calendar today—would you and your family like to participate in this event? Contact Judy Deal (336-956-6150) or sign-up at the Volunteer’s Desk to let us know that you are interested.

As the date draws near, we will contact you to confirm your interest and ask for payment. Remember, payment will need to be made before tickets are or-dered. Everyone is responsible for their own transportation to and from the game. Fidget Quilts Judy Deal would like to begin making "Fidget Quilts" for local rest homes. What is a Fidget Quilt? Fidget Quilts are therapeutic quilts used to stimulate shut-in elderly patients and anyone suffering from brain trauma and impairments. They are especially useful for Alzheimer and Dementia patients for their restless hands.

The quilts can be quite small so they won't easily fall off the lap of the patient. A good size is 20" by 25" and can be easily completed without a lot of time involved.

Some of the items used in the making of a fidget quilt are: Fabrics with texture (corduroy, fleece, fake fur, terrycloth, sateen, brocade,

velvet, or lace) Fabrics with patterns with movement, bright colors and high contrast Used clothing with zippers, pockets, buttons, belt loops, etc. (donate the

clothing items leaving zippers, pockets, buttons, and belt loops attached) Rickrack, laces, braids, ribbons, trims, and ruffles Colorful men’s ties Rolled batting

If you have any of the above items that you would like to donate, contact Judy at 336-956-6150.

If you are interested in helping make the fidget quilts—NO sewing experience is required—contact Judy.

Check us out on the website: www.fumclex.org Summer Vacation Photos While on summer vacation, take a moment to “snap” a family photo with your mobile phone or a camera. Send the photo to Donna Huskins’ email at dhuskins@firstumclex.org or drop off a photo at the church office. The photos will be displayed on the VACATION ‘vignettes’ bulletin board in the main hallway.

In-Home Communion Rev. Doug Rowe would like to know if you (an individual or a couple) are willing to make a commitment (monthly, quarterly, twice a year, once a year, etc.) to go visit and share communion with one of our shut-in folks. He is planning a training event later this summer once the volunteers are organized.

If you are interested in being an In-Home Communion Steward, please contact Doug at 336-239-6045 or email: drowe003@triad.rr.com for more detailed information. Mission Opportunities (Drop off items in the hallway near the work room.)

Pastor’s Pantry: Canned green beans, Rice, Oatmeal, Canned pasta, Canned vegetables, Canned tuna

United Methodist Women: New or gently used children’s books Used postage stamps First UMC Church Magnets for your car or fridge...anywhere you choose to display. Only $3 each. Drop by the church office to purchase your magnet.

Daily Readings - Inspire the Living Faith Sunday, June 12, 2016 Acts 17:16-34 Monday, June 13, 2016 Acts 18:1-23 Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Acts 18:24-19:10 Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Acts 19:21-40 Thursday, June 16, 2016 Acts 20:1-16 Friday, June 17, 2016 Acts 20:13-37 Saturday, June 18, 2016 Acts 21:1-16 Flowers The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in honor of their 50th Wedding Anniversary on Sunday, June 12 by Libby and Randy Simpson.

The flowers in the narthex are given to the glory of God and in honor of Olen Easter, Jr.’s 70th birthday on Sunday, June 12 by Ann Lanier Easter.

The flowers in the chancel flower wells are given to the glory of God and in memory of Sarah Laine Peden Miller by her family. Sympathy Sympathy of the ministers and members of the congregation is extended to Daniel & Linda Miller, Michael & Robin Miller, Mark & Stephanie Miller Berrier, Matthew & Heather Miller Koontz, and their families upon the death of Sarah Laine Peden Miller, on June 9, 2016.

Today’s Greeters: William and Judy Deal Mary Kathryn Cooper and Rebecca MacNeilage

Today’s Ushers: Chief Usher: Jimmy Everhart and Richard Foust Max Lanning-Captain, Olen Easter, Jr.-Co-Captain, Bob Burchette, Jimmy Shoaf, Larry Beck, Jim Myers, Buddy Taylor, Jim Highsmith, Efird Wilson, and Dean Yemm

Our Stewardship for God’s Work This stewardship report is given so you may follow our financial progress throughout the year. Each Sunday, please review and thoughtfully pray over this report. Everyone is a part of God’s stewardship.

Report for Sunday, June 5, 2016: Early Worship: 22 Morning Worship: 159 Total: 179 Weekly Offerings: $12,649.02 Weekly Needed: $10,836.46 Total Received to Date: $273,215.33 Needed to Date: $249,238.58

Online Giving For mobile device users, the QR (Quick Response) code will take you to a secure mobile site for Online Giving from your smartphone or tablet. On your first visit, you will need to create a profile.

Prayer Requests Jo Swing Rev. Doug Rowe Don Van Hyning June Craver Cindy Davis Dean Davis Judy Hench John Hench Earl Hester Becky Greening Edna Morris Shelly Roberts Paul Smith Max Wood

Shut-Ins Pegge Wood Copley Dot Kinsey Vavaneen Lewis Caroline McCree Kathryn Neal Evelyn Sink Julee Smith

Alston-Brook Isabelle Trimpey

Bethany Woods Alvin Pope

Brookdale Lexington Opal Bloome

Wood Haven Louise Pope

Piedmont Crossing Health Care Margaret Beck Margaret Carver Margaret Ragan Wayne Thomas Residents Barbara Proctor Jim Ragan Nancy Wilkinson Jo Doris Beck Richard & Camille Lawrence Georgianna Niven

Extended Family and Friends Peggy Sisk Brian Hayden Amanda Smathers Carol & Rev. Steve Joyce

Pete Ullsperger Pat Wilson Bob Koontz Jack Smith Gene Oldham Susan Best Joey Lawrence Nakajah Vaughan Brenda Hipp Jane King Glenn Bisbee Breanna Wilson Jack Briggs Ethan Reavis Jason & Stacy Heitman Jenny Rains Jimmy Davis Bentley Leonard Gina Vuncannon John Bruce Davis Sandra Parker Anita Hodge Eric Leonard Robert, Doris, & Keith Hunt Dewey Carlton Martha Daniel

Debra Ann Leonard Betty Jean Whitaker Jim McDermott Len & Dottie Harris Carol R. Zealy Jack & Susan Phillips Jordan Beswick Susan Fritts Regina Chrest Bruce Thornton Tonya McBride Ed Wilkerson Serving in the Armed Forces (mailing address & birthdate in newsletter) Capt. Jarrad Thorley SSS Jason Brownworth 1st Lt. Kacie Allred McPhie SGT Alan Ingram SPC Trevor J. Morris SPC John Hall

WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, June 12 8:30 a.m. Early Worship, Fellowship Hall 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service 5:30 p.m. Endowment Committee, Parlor 7:00 p.m. Board of Trustees, Parlor Monday, June 13 6:00 p.m. Evangelism, Conference Room 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts and Venturers, Youth/Scout House Tuesday, June 14 11:30 a.m. FUMC Book Club, Village Grill 6:00 p.m. United Methodist Women Group 12, Sandra Shoaf’s home 7:00 p.m. Theology Pub, High Rock Outfitters Wednesday, June 15 7:45 a.m. Prayer Breakfast, Cagney’s Thursday, June 16 7:45 a.m. Men’s Devotion & Fellowship, Biscuit King on Main Street Friday, June 17 Saturday, June 18 Sunday, June 19 Father’s Day WNCC Annual Conference Sunday 8:30 a.m. Early Worship, Sanctuary 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service Vacation Bible School Ages: 4 yrs. and Up

SURF SHACK

Dates: Monday, June 13 through Thursday, June 16 Time: 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Location: First Presbyterian Church Western North Carolina 2016 Annual Conference Theme: “Go Light Your World” Wednesday, June 15—Sunday, June 19 Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center

First United Methodist Church 310 South Main Street - Lexington, NC - 27292 Office phone: 248-2886 Website: www.fumclex.org

Rev. Jamie Armstrong, Senior Minister jarmstrong1@wnccumc.net

Rev. Doug Rowe, Minister of Congregational Care & Adult Ministries drowe003@triad.rr.com

Lee Mabe, Director of Music and Youth Ministries maestromabe@gmail.com

Phyllis Jones, Organist phyllis.smith@yadkin.k12.nc.us

Amanda Bostick, Children’s Ministries Coordinator aebostick@gmail.com

Chelsea Tate, Crib Nursery

Kimberly Leonard, Toddler Nursery

Alma Carlton, Financial Secretary acarlton@firstumclex.org

Donna Huskins, Administrative Assistant dhuskins@firstumclex.org

Charlie O’Connell, Kitchen Manager c-oconnell@hotmail.com