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W e G a t h e r
W O r S h I PF I r S t U N I t e D M e t h O D I S t C h U r C h
5th Sunday after Pentecost Holy Communion July 1, 2012
As a courtesy to others, please silence all cell phones/sound-making devices. Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.*
WelCOMe Rev. Patricia FarrisPlease fill out the attendance pad at your pew and pass it to your neighbors, then back down to the end.
PrelUDe "...God shed His grace on thee." (Calvin Hampton) Mary Gerlitz, Associate Organist
*PrOCeSSIONal hYMN #626 United Methodist Hymnal — America the Beautiful
*Call tO WOrShIP Cindy McQuade, Lay LectorO God, you have given us this land as our heritage.Make us always remember your generosity and constantly do your will.Bless our land with honest industry, truthful education, and an honorable way of life. Save us from violence, discord and confusion, from pride and arrogance. Make us who came from many nations a united people.When times are prosperous, let our hearts be thankful; and, in troubled times, do not let our trust in you fail.
*ChOral aCt OF PraISe "America! America! God shed his grace on thee, and crown thy good with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea."
"For you know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich."
– 2 Corinthians 8:9
*SharING the PeaCe OF ChrISt Rev. FarrisPlease greet those worshipping near you.
—Our Head Usher today is Vern Busse. See any of our ushers if you need assistance.
—Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are also welcome to worship in the Kids Zone in the Narthex. We provide a changing table in the restroom located in the hallway west of the Fireside Room. Please see an usher for directions.
—After today's service, members of our Communion Server Ministry will be taking the communion elements to those who were unable to worship with us.
—Rev. Robert English is on vacation today.
—Dr. Christoph Bull is in Germany for the summer.
—Flowers at the Reredos: Given to the Glory of God and made possible by a generous donation to our Sunday flower fund from the daughters ofJohn Huntzicker.
—The beautiful light green paraments for worship this season were designed and made for us by a group in the congregation who chose flora and fauna of our area to symbolize this green, growing season. Hummingbirds are a symbol of the Holy Spirit in some cultures.
—The Youth Service Project team is gearing up for their trip to New Orleans. Please pray over and tie a knot in the prayer squares on the table along the north wall; each member of the team will take a prayer square with them when they leave Saturday July 14.
—If there are Prayer Quilts hanging on the north wall of the sanctuary, you are invited to pray over and tie knots on the quilts.
—Our Welcome Table is located right outside the main entrance. You will find information that you may take with you and church members who can answer questions. Please sign our guest book!
—All are invited to join us for refreshments and fellowship in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center after the worship service. Today’s Coffee Fellowship is provided by the Congregation.
—Next Sunday: Join us at 10 am worship; Rev. Patricia Farris will preach.
—Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In July, bring pasta.
—Weekly Prayer: Each week we pray for one of the churches and/or ministries in our United Methodist LA District. This week, please pray for Native American Fellowship Ministry.
—Stop by our Hospitality Table in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center during Coffee Fellowship today to ask about membership, order name badges, update your emergency contact information, and more! All information is for FUMC purposes only.
—Are you on Facebook? If so, be sure to look up “First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica” and click the “Like” button and you’ll receive updates about upcoming events, worship information, and more!
—Please visit our church website, where you will find updated information on FUMC events under the “Happenings” heading, and recent sermons under the “Worship” heading.
—Your offering and gifts help support the ministry and mission of the church. Checks may be made payable to “First UMC.” Contributions may also be made online at santamonicaumc.org. Thank you for your gift.
Resident BishopMary Ann Swenson
West District SuperintendentKathey Michelle Wilborn
Senior MinisterPatricia Farris
Business AdministratorChristina Eddy
Youth & Intergenerational Ministries
Robert [email protected]
Children & Family LifeMinistries
Preschool DirectorBatsheva Spector
Assistant Preschool DirectorVivien Firta
Music DirectorJames Smith
OrganistChristoph Bull
Office ManagerNancy Perov
Office AssistantSarah Scribner
Senior CustodianJavier EspinosaSentinel Editor/
Wedding CoordinatorEmily Payne
Order of Worship EditorTina Gage
1008 Eleventh StreetSanta Monica, CA 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org310-393-8258
*hYMN #428 UHM — For the Healing of the Nations
*BeNeDICtION
*BeNeDICtION reSPONSe
POStlUDe Fanfare (Richard Proulx) Mary Gerlitz
W e G O F O r t h t O S e r v e
Worship concludes with the Postlude music which prepares us to transition from worship to life in the world. You are invited to remain seated until the Postlude concludes, or to exit quietly.
the leSSON 2 Corinthians 8:7-11 (Pew Bible pages 183, NT) Cindy McQuade
Word of God, Word of Life. Thanks be to God.
hOMIlY "For Our Sake" Rev. Farris
W e h e a r G O D ’ S W O r D
W e r e S P O N D
We OFFer OUr GIFtS & OUrSelveS The offering plates will be passed to gather our gifts for the mission and work of the church.
the OFFertOrY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music Director Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor (Irving Berlin/arr. Roy Ringwald) Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door! (Inscription on the Statue of Liberty)
*reSPONSe #94 UMH — The Doxology
*UNISON PraYer OF DeDICatION Rev. Larry Young In thanks for all we have received, and for the privilege of sharing, we gratefully bring our tithes and offerings. We offer ourselves with our gifts, that right and truth may prevail throughout the world. Amen.
the SaCraMeNt OF hOlY COMMUNIONWe will use the Musical Setting beginning on page 2257 in The Faith We Sing hymnal. The Ushers will guide you in coming forward to receive the communion elements. You may pause at the kneeler to pray or be in silent prayer at your seat.
#618 UHM — Let Us Break Bread Together
#581 UHM — Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service
#405 UHM — Seek Ye First
#431 UHM — Let There Be Peace on Earth
PraYer aFter COMMUNION Rev. YoungO God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son. Look with compassion on the whole human family, break down the walls that separate us, unite us in bonds of love, and work through us to accomplish your purposes on earth, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
I Am a Child of GodI am a child of God; You are God’s child, it’s true. Children of God are called to love one another, as Jesus taught to do.
As the congregation sings, the children may go to their Sunday School classes.
OUr MISSION & COMMON lIFe Rev. Farris
We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship and service. Thanks be to God!
ChIlDreN’S MeSSaGe Sandra Jones #2233 The Faith We Sing — Where Children BelongThis, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, God’s word, bread and cup, prayer and song: This is where children belong.
As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward.
*hYMN #428 UHM — For the Healing of the Nations
*BeNeDICtION
*BeNeDICtION reSPONSe
POStlUDe Fanfare (Richard Proulx) Mary Gerlitz
W e G O F O r t h t O S e r v e
Worship concludes with the Postlude music which prepares us to transition from worship to life in the world. You are invited to remain seated until the Postlude concludes, or to exit quietly.
the leSSON 2 Corinthians 8:7-11 (Pew Bible pages 183, NT) Cindy McQuade
Word of God, Word of Life. Thanks be to God.
hOMIlY "For Our Sake" Rev. Farris
W e h e a r G O D ’ S W O r D
W e r e S P O N D
We OFFer OUr GIFtS & OUrSelveS The offering plates will be passed to gather our gifts for the mission and work of the church.
the OFFertOrY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music Director Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor (Irving Berlin/arr. Roy Ringwald) Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door! (Inscription on the Statue of Liberty)
*reSPONSe #94 UMH — The Doxology
*UNISON PraYer OF DeDICatION Rev. Larry Young In thanks for all we have received, and for the privilege of sharing, we gratefully bring our tithes and offerings. We offer ourselves with our gifts, that right and truth may prevail throughout the world. Amen.
the SaCraMeNt OF hOlY COMMUNIONWe will use the Musical Setting beginning on page 2257 in The Faith We Sing hymnal. The Ushers will guide you in coming forward to receive the communion elements. You may pause at the kneeler to pray or be in silent prayer at your seat.
#618 UHM — Let Us Break Bread Together
#581 UHM — Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service
#405 UHM — Seek Ye First
#431 UHM — Let There Be Peace on Earth
PraYer aFter COMMUNION Rev. YoungO God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son. Look with compassion on the whole human family, break down the walls that separate us, unite us in bonds of love, and work through us to accomplish your purposes on earth, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
I Am a Child of GodI am a child of God; You are God’s child, it’s true. Children of God are called to love one another, as Jesus taught to do.
As the congregation sings, the children may go to their Sunday School classes.
OUr MISSION & COMMON lIFe Rev. Farris
We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship and service. Thanks be to God!
ChIlDreN’S MeSSaGe Sandra Jones #2233 The Faith We Sing — Where Children BelongThis, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, God’s word, bread and cup, prayer and song: This is where children belong.
As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward.
W e G a t h e r
W O r S h I PF I r S t U N I t e D M e t h O D I S t C h U r C h
5th Sunday after Pentecost Holy Communion July 1, 2012
As a courtesy to others, please silence all cell phones/sound-making devices. Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.*
WelCOMe Rev. Patricia FarrisPlease fill out the attendance pad at your pew and pass it to your neighbors, then back down to the end.
PrelUDe "...God shed His grace on thee." (Calvin Hampton) Mary Gerlitz, Associate Organist
*PrOCeSSIONal hYMN #626 United Methodist Hymnal — America the Beautiful
*Call tO WOrShIP Cindy McQuade, Lay LectorO God, you have given us this land as our heritage.Make us always remember your generosity and constantly do your will.Bless our land with honest industry, truthful education, and an honorable way of life. Save us from violence, discord and confusion, from pride and arrogance. Make us who came from many nations a united people.When times are prosperous, let our hearts be thankful; and, in troubled times, do not let our trust in you fail.
*ChOral aCt OF PraISe "America! America! God shed his grace on thee, and crown thy good with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea."
"For you know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich."
– 2 Corinthians 8:9
*SharING the PeaCe OF ChrISt Rev. FarrisPlease greet those worshipping near you.
—Our Head Usher today is Vern Busse. See any of our ushers if you need assistance.
—Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are also welcome to worship in the Kids Zone in the Narthex. We provide a changing table in the restroom located in the hallway west of the Fireside Room. Please see an usher for directions.
—After today's service, members of our Communion Server Ministry will be taking the communion elements to those who were unable to worship with us.
—Rev. Robert English is on vacation today.
—Dr. Christoph Bull is in Germany for the summer.
—Flowers at the Reredos: Given to the Glory of God and made possible by a generous donation to our Sunday flower fund from the daughters ofJohn Huntzicker.
—The beautiful light green paraments for worship this season were designed and made for us by a group in the congregation who chose flora and fauna of our area to symbolize this green, growing season. Hummingbirds are a symbol of the Holy Spirit in some cultures.
—The Youth Service Project team is gearing up for their trip to New Orleans. Please pray over and tie a knot in the prayer squares on the table along the north wall; each member of the team will take a prayer square with them when they leave Saturday July 14.
—If there are Prayer Quilts hanging on the north wall of the sanctuary, you are invited to pray over and tie knots on the quilts.
—Our Welcome Table is located right outside the main entrance. You will find information that you may take with you and church members who can answer questions. Please sign our guest book!
—All are invited to join us for refreshments and fellowship in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center after the worship service. Today’s Coffee Fellowship is provided by the Congregation.
—Next Sunday: Join us at 10 am worship; Rev. Patricia Farris will preach.
—Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In July, bring pasta.
—Weekly Prayer: Each week we pray for one of the churches and/or ministries in our United Methodist LA District. This week, please pray for Native American Fellowship Ministry.
—Stop by our Hospitality Table in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center during Coffee Fellowship today to ask about membership, order name badges, update your emergency contact information, and more! All information is for FUMC purposes only.
—Are you on Facebook? If so, be sure to look up “First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica” and click the “Like” button and you’ll receive updates about upcoming events, worship information, and more!
—Please visit our church website, where you will find updated information on FUMC events under the “Happenings” heading, and recent sermons under the “Worship” heading.
—Your offering and gifts help support the ministry and mission of the church. Checks may be made payable to “First UMC.” Contributions may also be made online at santamonicaumc.org. Thank you for your gift.
Resident BishopMary Ann Swenson
West District SuperintendentKathey Michelle Wilborn
Senior MinisterPatricia Farris
Business AdministratorChristina Eddy
Youth & Intergenerational Ministries
Robert [email protected]
Children & Family LifeMinistries
Preschool DirectorBatsheva Spector
Assistant Preschool DirectorVivien Firta
Music DirectorJames Smith
OrganistChristoph Bull
Office ManagerNancy Perov
Office AssistantSarah Scribner
Senior CustodianJavier EspinosaSentinel Editor/
Wedding CoordinatorEmily Payne
Order of Worship EditorTina Gage
1008 Eleventh StreetSanta Monica, CA 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org310-393-8258
CHR = Choir Room; CR = Conference Room; CY = Courtyard; FR = Fireside Room; L = Library; MH = Member’s Home; OS = Off Site; S = Sanctuary; SH = Simkins Hall; WR = Work Room (UMW)
O P P O R T U N I T I E S a t F U M C
W W W . S A N T A M O N I C A U M C . O R G
July 1, 2012 * Westside Food Bank collection for July: Pasta
f i r st u n i t e d m e t h o d i st c h u r c h o f sa n ta m o n i ca1008 eleventh street, santa monica, ca 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258 · [email protected]
F O C U S O N V B S
Things are going swimmingly around here as we begin preparing for Vacation Bible School 2012! The dedicated volunteers at FUMC Santa Monica are, again, working to offer an amazing week of studying Scriptures on a Deep Sea Voyage, singing at the Choral Reef, playing games at the High Tide Hangout, creating crafts at the Aquatic Arts room, exploring science at the Exploration Station, participating in a mission project (Santa Monica Pier Aquarium), eating snacks from the Diver’s Diner, and enjoying fellowship among children, youth and adults.
There are many ways to serve and support VBS. We need volunteers to create sets for Simkins Hall, help prepare snacks, decorate rooms, help with registration, assist with activities, guide children from room to room, help set up on Friday July 27 and Sunday July 29, or clean up on Friday afternoon August 3. We also appreciate financial donations to help support our scholarship program. And, of course, we count on all to pray for a successful week.
The children come to us from our Preschool, our church families, and families from the community at large. We are again welcoming Sister Lynn’s children from South Los Angeles.
Please pick up registration forms at the Welcome Table during the Fellowship Hour or you can also find them in the kiosks around church, as well as on our website at www.santamonicaumc.org.
- Claudia Flanders, Director ([email protected])
Vacat i o n B i B L e sc h o o L i s J u st a r o u n d t h e co r n e r !
J o i n u s f o r O P E RAT I O N OV E R B OA R D
“ W h e r e K i ds da r e to G o d e e p W i t h G o d”
J u Ly 3 0 - au G u st 3 - 8 : 3 0 a m to 1 2 : 3 0 p m
* Today CommunionMonday, July 2 Church Office ClosedWednesday, July 4 Church Campus Closed Saturday, July 7 10 am YSP - Overnighter, 3rd Floor, Edu Bldg* Sunday, July 8 Commissioning YSP Team in Worship Introducing our new Director of Children and Family Ministries 9 am Shareringers Sunday School, 203 11:30 am SPRC meeting, CR
* Sundays at FUMC (Summer Schedule) 9 am Partnership with God, Rm 101 9 am Lectionary Scripture Discussion, FR 9 am Nursery Care, Rm 204 9:30 am Chancel Choir, CHR 10 am Worship, S 10:15 am Sunday School, Edu Bldg 11 am Coffee Fellowship, CY/SH 11 am Hospitality Table, SH 6:30 pm Open Table, Off-site
Happy Fourth of July! Have a safe Holiday!
HighlightsYouth Service Project
Our YSP team will be commissioned during worship next Sunday and will depart for Slidell, Louisiana, Saturday July 14. Today you will find prayer squares for every member of the team on a table along the north wall of the sanctuary. These prayer squares will go with them on their journey. Please tie a knot and say a prayer for each of these youth and adults.
Vacation Bible School - Operation Overboard!Don’t miss VBS July 30 through August 3! Registration forms are available on our website, at the Hospitality Table today, and in the church office. For more information, contact VBS Director Claudia Flanders at [email protected].
Summer Nights OutSave the dates for two fun, family summer events: OnThursday, July 26, 1 pm, join us at the El Capitan Theatre for a showing of the Disney movie “Brave.” Our second event is “Pixar in Concert” at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday, August 3, at 6 pm. Tickets for both events will be available for purchase in the church office. If you wish to carpool or arrange a ride, please contact Rev. Robert English at [email protected].
A Roof over Our HeadsDue to extensive water damage, the Trustees are working diligently to replace the roof on the Sanctuary and Choir Room. Current bids are upwards of $60,000; we need your help to fund 50% of this amount. The Methodist Foundation has just approved matching every dollar donated up to $15,000! Work begins July 9. Drop your donation in the offering plate, at the Hospitality Table, or in the church office.
Meals On Wheels West PresentationOur Health Ministry Council is putting on a presentation about Meals on Wheels West new Community Ambassador Pilot Program. A representative from MOWW will explain the program. Come join us for light refreshments in the Fireside Room Sunday July 22 at 11:30 am. All are welcome.
Jeffrey Hughes, Jr.For updates on Jeffrey and his family visit:www.jeffreyhughes.shutterfly.com. We continue to hold Jeffrey and his family in our prayers.
CHR = Choir Room; CR = Conference Room; CY = Courtyard; FR = Fireside Room; L = Library; MH = Member’s Home; OS = Off Site; S = Sanctuary; SH = Simkins Hall; WR = Work Room (UMW)
O P P O R T U N I T I E S a t F U M C
W W W . S A N T A M O N I C A U M C . O R G
July 1, 2012 * Westside Food Bank collection for July: Pasta
f i r st u n i t e d m e t h o d i st c h u r c h o f sa n ta m o n i ca1008 eleventh street, santa monica, ca 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258 · [email protected]
F O C U S O N V B S
Things are going swimmingly around here as we begin preparing for Vacation Bible School 2012! The dedicated volunteers at FUMC Santa Monica are, again, working to offer an amazing week of studying Scriptures on a Deep Sea Voyage, singing at the Choral Reef, playing games at the High Tide Hangout, creating crafts at the Aquatic Arts room, exploring science at the Exploration Station, participating in a mission project (Santa Monica Pier Aquarium), eating snacks from the Diver’s Diner, and enjoying fellowship among children, youth and adults.
There are many ways to serve and support VBS. We need volunteers to create sets for Simkins Hall, help prepare snacks, decorate rooms, help with registration, assist with activities, guide children from room to room, help set up on Friday July 27 and Sunday July 29, or clean up on Friday afternoon August 3. We also appreciate financial donations to help support our scholarship program. And, of course, we count on all to pray for a successful week.
The children come to us from our Preschool, our church families, and families from the community at large. We are again welcoming Sister Lynn’s children from South Los Angeles.
Please pick up registration forms at the Welcome Table during the Fellowship Hour or you can also find them in the kiosks around church, as well as on our website at www.santamonicaumc.org.
- Claudia Flanders, Director ([email protected])
Vacat i o n B i B L e sc h o o L i s J u st a r o u n d t h e co r n e r !
J o i n u s f o r O P E RAT I O N OV E R B OA R D
“ W h e r e K i ds da r e to G o d e e p W i t h G o d”
J u Ly 3 0 - au G u st 3 - 8 : 3 0 a m to 1 2 : 3 0 p m
* Today CommunionMonday, July 2 Church Office ClosedWednesday, July 4 Church Campus Closed Saturday, July 7 10 am YSP - Overnighter, 3rd Floor, Edu Bldg* Sunday, July 8 Commissioning YSP Team in Worship Introducing our new Director of Children and Family Ministries 9 am Shareringers Sunday School, 203 11:30 am SPRC meeting, CR
* Sundays at FUMC (Summer Schedule) 9 am Partnership with God, Rm 101 9 am Lectionary Scripture Discussion, FR 9 am Nursery Care, Rm 204 9:30 am Chancel Choir, CHR 10 am Worship, S 10:15 am Sunday School, Edu Bldg 11 am Coffee Fellowship, CY/SH 11 am Hospitality Table, SH 6:30 pm Open Table, Off-site
Happy Fourth of July! Have a safe Holiday!
HighlightsYouth Service Project
Our YSP team will be commissioned during worship next Sunday and will depart for Slidell, Louisiana, Saturday July 14. Today you will find prayer squares for every member of the team on a table along the north wall of the sanctuary. These prayer squares will go with them on their journey. Please tie a knot and say a prayer for each of these youth and adults.
Vacation Bible School - Operation Overboard!Don’t miss VBS July 30 through August 3! Registration forms are available on our website, at the Hospitality Table today, and in the church office. For more information, contact VBS Director Claudia Flanders at [email protected].
Summer Nights OutSave the dates for two fun, family summer events: OnThursday, July 26, 1 pm, join us at the El Capitan Theatre for a showing of the Disney movie “Brave.” Our second event is “Pixar in Concert” at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday, August 3, at 6 pm. Tickets for both events will be available for purchase in the church office. If you wish to carpool or arrange a ride, please contact Rev. Robert English at [email protected].
A Roof over Our HeadsDue to extensive water damage, the Trustees are working diligently to replace the roof on the Sanctuary and Choir Room. Current bids are upwards of $60,000; we need your help to fund 50% of this amount. The Methodist Foundation has just approved matching every dollar donated up to $15,000! Work begins July 9. Drop your donation in the offering plate, at the Hospitality Table, or in the church office.
Meals On Wheels West PresentationOur Health Ministry Council is putting on a presentation about Meals on Wheels West new Community Ambassador Pilot Program. A representative from MOWW will explain the program. Come join us for light refreshments in the Fireside Room Sunday July 22 at 11:30 am. All are welcome.
Jeffrey Hughes, Jr.For updates on Jeffrey and his family visit:www.jeffreyhughes.shutterfly.com. We continue to hold Jeffrey and his family in our prayers.