July 19, 20158th Sunday After Pentecost

8:50 & 11 a.m. Worship Services

Favorite Scriptures

204 S. Ninth St., Columbia, Mo. 65201(573) 443-3111 www.moumc.org /MissouriUMC

We exist to connect all people with Jesus Christ. We do this by welcoming enthusiastically, growing deeply and serving courageously.

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8:50 and 11 a.m. WorshipThe prelude is a silent, personal preparation for the worship of God.

(+) Please stand as you are able and comfortable. Responsive readings: One (Italics) All (Bold)

FWS = The Faith We Sing, UMH = United Methodist Hymnal

Children of all ages are welcome in our worship services. Childrens worship and activity packets areavailable at the entrances. These green bags are marked for Ages 3-6 and Ages 7-12

and may be left in the pew or returned to one of the baskets following worship.

y Coming Together into Gods Presence z

PRELUDE Grand Choeur in C by Thodore Salom

GATHERING AND GREETING

+OPENING HYMN UMH NO. 553 And Are We Yet Alive

CENTERING PRAYER

8:50 CHILDRENS TIME Nancy Cooper, Childrens & Family Life LeaderFWS NO. 2233

Children are welcome to remain with their family in worship or may proceed now to participate in one of these ministries:8:50 Children 1 year 2nd Grade: Childrens Church and Serendipity Choir (Chapel/108)11:00 Children Kindergarten and under: Nursery Care (110)Parents and children reconnect following worship at the room listed.

ANTHEM These Feet Got Joy by Craig Curry MUMC Choirs

y Receiving the Word of God z

SCRIPTURE Philippians 4:4-9 This is the Word of God for all the people.

Thanks be to God.

SERMON Swimming Upstream Rev. Kendall Waller

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y Responding to the Word of God z

HYMN OF RESPONSE UMH NO. 347 Spirit Song

PASTORAL PRAYER

THE LORDS PRAYEROur 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 We Praise Thee Now, Our Father by J.S. BachTo give your offering electronically, scan this QR code or click the DONATE button at www.moumc.org.

+DOXOLOGY UMH NO. 94 PraiseGod,fromwhomallblessingflow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

+PRAYER OF DEDICATION

y Sending Forth into the World z

+HYMN OF SENDING FORTH FWS NO. 2173 Shine, Jesus, Shine +BENEDICTION

+POSTLUDE Jacks Tune by Norman Warren

TODAYS WORSHIP LEADERSHIP: Rev. Kendall Waller8:50: Rev. Trista Soendker Nicholson, Rev. Hank Jenkins

11:00: Rev. Charity Goodwin-Rosario, Rev. Trista Soendker NicholsonMarty Hook, Director of Music; Craig Datz, Organist; Jenna Braaksma, Pianist

Flower AcknowledgmentsThe flowers that grace the chancel this Sunday morning are given to the Glory of God

by Jim and Pat Weaver in loving memory of their son, Markand by Ester Mendoza in loving memory of her father, Demetrio Mendoza.

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July 19, 2015Our Presence

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Today G-Force VBS is almost here! The t-shirts have been ordered.

The teachers are preparing room for you. Let us know youre coming! Make sure you get a spot for your kiddos and get signed up TODAY in the Connector or online this week!

MUMCs Got Talent! The second annual talent show fundraiser to benefit Grannys House, First Chance for Children, and UMW missions will be held Saturday, Sept. 12. Early bird talent sign-up is today, at the Sophia Circle table in the Connector, or you can send an email to lrobb@houseofbrokers.com. Additional sign-up dates will be held in August.

Festival of Sharing Kit Collection - Members of Searcy-Feely Circle are in the Connector to receive monetary donations and school kits for the July Festival of Sharing.

Coming Up Prayer shawl ministry evening knitting group will meet

Tuesday, July 21 at 5:30 p.m. in the Cornerstone Coffee Shop. Please bring completed shawls and those in progress for blessing. If you or a family member are in need of a prayer shawl, please contact the church office or Betty Dillard at 445-5377.

Aug. 4: All-Church BBQ and Movie Night - The Family Ministries Team will host an All-Church BBQ and Movie Night on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Join us in the parking lot at 4 p.m. for food, fun and games followed by a movie in the MPR suitable for all ages!

Social Justice Book Club next meeting: Tuesday, Sept 8, 2015 Fall 2015 Book Selection: Becoming a Justice Seeking Congregation by William McElvaney In his book, McElvaney addresses the what, why, where, and how questions related to social justice. It is written for everyone interested in biblical, theological, and sociological issues concerning peace and justice in todays society. The book blends the basics of social justice and practical knowledge with an enlightening view as a challenge for the church and man to make an impact in the world. For more info, contact Anne Gifford, RN DEdMin at gifford1@mindspring.com or Melissa Clark at melisc53@aol.com.

School Supplies for Nicaragua - Rainbow Network conducts schools in 112 remote rural villages in Nicaragua, educating thousands of children for a better life. Our Columbia based Container Project is collecting school supplies to send a sea going container in September. ASk for a list of supplies needed and deliver items to PET Warehouse, 1908 Heriford Rd., Columbia 65202, (573-886-7877)....or write a check to MUMC and designate Container Project School Supplies. Three from our congregation toured Rainbow Network ministries in Nicaragua in April, Anne Gifford, Judy Parsons and Cleo Kottwitz. Ask them for more information or invite them to do a presentation for your group.

Church Family NewsCondolences to the family of Elise Overholser, who passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2015.

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Next Sunday, July 26Worship at 8, 8:50 & 11 a.m.

Favorite Scriptures sermon series1 Kings 19:11-13

Rev. Kendall Waller

During this series, Rev. Kendall will share some of his own favorites and would like to know some that are meaningful to you. Share a verse or two on the tear-off and tell us why you chose it.

Try one of our ADULT SMALL GROUPS AT 10 A.M.Room GroupCLC 106-8 Covenant Join our lively discussions based on

Christian studies and video series.CLC 107-9 Adult Bible Study Share your passion for

studying scripture with people from all walks of life. CLC 110 CrossWalk Share in life and faith with us as we

grow deeper through Bible study, book studies and current events.

CLC 111 CONNECT Discover how we can understand current events in relation to our Christian faith and United Methodist heritage.

302 Seekers Join an older adult group that fosters open thinking and meaningful faith development through studies, speakers and discussion.