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March 26, 2017 Fourth Sunday in Lent
Sermon Series: We invite you to stand as you are able
Chiming of the Hour (11:00a)
Welcome
Praise Set (8:30a) ALIVE Praise Band Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) Tomlin/Newton I Need a Miracle Powell, Anderson, Carr and Lee By Your Side Donehey, Ingram & LaRue
Bell Voluntary (11:00a) Chancel Bells C Major Peal Alice Ralston
Choral Introit (11:00a) Jesus Stand Among Us Albin Whitworth
Hymn of Praise No. 155 (11:00a) For the Beauty of the Earth Kocher
Lenten Wreath Reading Jean Gosnell (8:30a) Ramona Phelps (11:00a)
Concerns of the Congregation
Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer
Anthem (11:00a) Lord, Here Am I John Ness Beck
Chancel Choir
Master, Thou callest, I gladly obey; only direct me, and I’ll find my way. Teach me the mission appointed for me, What is my labor, And where it shall be.
Willing, my Savior, to take up the cross; willing to suffer reproaches and willing to follow, if Thou will but lead; only support me with grace in my need. Living or dying, I still would be Thine, yet I am mortal while Thou art divine. Pardon, whenever I turn from the right; pity, and bring me again to the light
Chorus: Master, Thou callest, And this I reply, “Ready and willing, Lord, here am I.”
We Worship with our Tithes and Offerings
Offertory Jesus Messiah (8:30a) Tomlin Saint Thomas Festal(11:00a) arr. by Lauren Delancey
Chancel Bells
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 Luke 5:12-16 NT Page 62
Sermon The Red Flag: The Importance of the Delay Rev. Jamie Armstrong
The beginning of the scripture reading tells us about the cleansing of a man who was a leper. The NRSV describes this man as being “covered with leprosy.” Other versions say the man was “full of leprosy.” Whatever the translation, the text indicates that he was clearly in an advanced stage of his ailment. And yet his request of Jesus takes almost a resigned or a reluctant tone – “Lord, if you choose, you can make me clean.” (v. 12) Why did this man hesitate? Did he fear rejection? But why would he think that Jesus might not choose to heal him? Isn’t that what Jesus did?
Responding to the ill man, Jesus instructs him to tell no one, but to “show yourself to the priest...” (v. 14). This is to fulfill the instructions in the Old Testament that any cleansing must be verified by the priests. It would certify Jesus’ cleansing of the man.
The last two verses of the reading point to the red flag. As Jesus grows in popularity, larger and larger crowds follow him. Rob writes, “You can feel the press of their demands on him. How could Jesus possibly take time for himself when there were so many people in need?” (p. 63) Nonetheless, Jesus withdrew to a deserted place to pray. What a wonderful vision for ourselves! We must take time from the busyness of our ministries, our families, and our communities, and have time to be in prayer.
Anthem (8:30a) ALIVE Praise Band Jesus Paid It All Grape & Stanfill
(8:30a) New Member Reception into the Congregation of First UMC Lexington UMH Pg. 38 Brenda Turner and Ally Turner by letter of transfer from Fairmont Presbyterian, Lexington, NC.
Hymn of Response No. 395 (11:00a) Take Time to Be Holy Stebbins
Benediction and Blessing
Traveling Music (8:30a) ALIVE Praise Band Strong Tower Furler & Taylor
Postlude (11:00a) We Are Climbing Jacob’s Ladder? arr. Smith
Announcements Remember to visit our website www.fumclex.org to stay connected with our
church calendar, ministries, activities and events.
CONGRATULATIONS to our 2017 Chili Cook-Off Winners
Richard and Tammi Foust! A total of $306.00 was collected from all
of the votes cast during the cook-off. The proceeds will benefit the
AID (Assistance for Individuals in Distress) Fund.
Sunday, April 9 TAKE THE FLAG SUNDAY EVENT
CARS! CARS! CARS! (4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.)
4th Avenue & State Street parking lot
Experience the thrill of seeing classic, hot rod, and racing cars up-
close & personal. Sit in the driver’s seat and have your picture made. Hotdogs &
drinks are available for a donation. All proceeds will benefit the
AID (Assistance for Individuals in Distress) Fund.
We are looking for table hostesses for the Mother/Daughter Tea
A brief meeting to answer all questions about what being a
table hostess involves will be held today in the fellowship hall
following the 11:00a service. The meeting is open to all of our
awesome women who may want to sign-up as a table hostess
and to those who just have questions and would like more
information. Feel free to contact: Jennifer Klim (336) 688-6713.
Wednesdays, March 29 and April 5
12:00p Worship Service, First UMC Sanctuary followed by a Soup
& Sandwich Lunch in the Fellowship Hall—$5/person
Candy! Candy! Candy! We are collecting candy & plastic eggs
for the Children’s Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt. You may drop
off your donated candy on the cart outside of Donna Huskins’ office
through Wednesday, April 5.
United Methodist Women’s Event A Call to Prayer and Self-Denial
Sunday, April 2 (8:30 a.m.) Breakfast & Program in the Fellowship Hall with
guest speaker, Jen Hames, Director of Health Services for Davidson County
ABUNDANT HEALTH FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN
Each year, nearly a quarter of a million women die worldwide from preventable causes
relating to pregnancy and childbirth. Approximately 19,000 children die every day from
treatable diseases such as diarrhea and tuberculosis. United Methodist Women, as a
faith-based women’s organization, recognizes these issues as critical areas of concern
and priority. Sign-up at the Volunteer’s Desk to reserve your seat by March
29. A $5 donation is requested to cover the cost of breakfast.
Walk to the Square Palm Sunday, April 9 (12:15 p.m.) We will join in the
traditional walk to the square with area congregations on Palm Sunday.
YMCA's Palm Sunday Lunch Benefits Y Scholarships
Palm Sunday, April 9 (11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.) J. Smith Young YMCA
Menu: chicken pie, creamed potatoes, green beans, rolls, dessert, and tea
Tickets: $10 Adults; $5 Children (4-10 years); Free (3 & under). Seating limited
to the first 300 tickets sold. Contact Glynda Smith (336-243-7901)at First UMC on
Sunday mornings March 26 & April 2. Tickets are also available at the YMCA
front desk and at the door on April 9. With advance purchase of tickets, you may
reserve a table of 10. Take-out service is also available.
Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt Sunday, April 9
(4:00 p.m.) Church lawn
Touching Davidson County with Love
Area churches join together in a day of service to help
the poor, disabled, and elderly in our community.
EACH PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Sign-up sheets for a wide selection of projects are
located on a bulletin board in the main hallway. Some
of the proposed projects include food box deliveries,
visiting and/or singing at nursing homes, making baby
blankets, cleaning yards, painting, small home repairs
and ramp construction, and more. We need project managers to lead projects,
and crew members to help them. If you are willing to serve as a project manager,
please contact Sandra Michael at her email address: [email protected]
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, March 19, 2017: Early Worship: 19 Morning Worship: 190 Total: 209 Weekly Offerings: $8,508.07 Weekly Needed: $10,606.72 Total Received to Date: $135,828.74 Needed to Date: $127,280.64 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.
If you do not have a STANDING RESERVATION and would like to join us, complete this form, tear it out of the bulletin and place it in the offering plate OR email [email protected] OR call the church office by 10:00 a.m. Monday morning to make your weekly reservation.
Mid-Week Family Fellowship WEEKLY MEAL RESERVATION Wednesday, March 29 - 6:00 p.m.
Menu: Baked Spaghetti Program: Rev. Jamie shares about tour of the Holy Land
Adult $6 each ~ Children $4 each OR Family Maximum: $20
Name: ____________________________________ Adults _____ Children _____
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WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, March 26 8:30 a.m. Take The Flag, Early Worship, Fellowship Hall 9:45 a.m. Confirmation Class, 2nd Floor, Youth SS Classroom 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Take The Flag, Agape SS Class, Fellowship Hall Open to all... 9:45 a.m. Take The Flag, Koinonia SS Class, 2nd Floor Classroom 11:00 a.m. Take The Flag, Morning Worship Service, Sanctuary 4:15 p.m. Youth Choir, Choir Room 5:00 p.m. Take The Flag, Teens of Life Youth, Youth/Scout House 6:00 p.m. Take The Flag, Home of Sandra & Wayne Michael led by Pastor Jamie Monday, March 27 7:00 p.m. Take The Flag, Home of Lynn & Doug Rowe 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts and Venturers, Youth/Scout House 7:00 p.m. Cub Scouts, 2nd Floor Classrooms Tuesday, March 28 7:00 p.m. Take The Flag, Theology Pub, High Rock Outfitters 7:00 p.m. Amazing Grace Seekers, Home of Lynn Rowe Wednesday, March 29 7:45 a.m. Prayer Breakfast, Cagney’s 10:00 a.m. Take The Flag, Agape Classroom, 2nd Floor, led by Pastor Doug 12:00 p.m. Lenten Worship Service, Sanctuary Soup & Sandwich Lunch, Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. Mid-Week Family Fellowship, Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. Chancel Bell Rehearsal, Bell Room 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room Thursday, March 30 7:45 a.m. Men’s Devotion & Fellowship, Biscuit King on Main Street 2:00 p.m. Take The Flag, Timberlake Gallery, led by Pastor Jamie Friday, March 31 Saturday, April 1 Sunday, April 2 8:30 a.m. UMW Prayer & Self-Denial Program & Breakfast, Fellowship Hall 8:30 a.m. Take The Flag, Early Worship, Sanctuary 9:45 a.m. Confirmation Class, 2nd Floor, Youth SS Classroom 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Take The Flag, Agape SS Class, Fellowship Hall Open to all... 9:45 a.m. Take The Flag, Koinonia SS Class, 2nd Floor Classroom 11:00 a.m. Take The Flag, Morning Worship Service, Sanctuary 4:15 p.m. Youth Choir, Choir Room 5:00 p.m. Take The Flag, Teens of Life Youth, Youth/Scout House 6:00 p.m. Take The Flag, Home of Sandra & Wayne Michael led by Pastor Jamie
First United Methodist Church 310 South Main Street - Lexington, NC - 27292 Office phone: 248-2886 Website: www.fumclex.org
Rev. Jamie Armstrong, Senior Minister [email protected]
Rev. Doug Rowe, Minister of Congregational Care & Adult Ministries [email protected]
Lee Mabe, Director of Music and Youth Ministries [email protected]
Phyllis Jones, Organist [email protected]
Amanda Bostick, Children’s Ministries Coordinator [email protected]
Kimberly Leonard, Toddler Nursery
Alma Carlton, Financial Secretary [email protected]
Donna Huskins, Administrative Assistant [email protected]
Charlie O’Connell, Kitchen Manager [email protected]
Flowers The flowers in the narthex are given to the glory of God and in memory of Jo Swing in commemoration of her birthday, March 28, by her childhood forever friends Jemmietta Allred, Jane Harris, and Ramona Phelps. A single rose is place on the altar today to the glory of God and in honor of the birth of Ada Iris Francese on October 19, 2016. Congratulations to parents Jessie and Brent Francese and twin big brothers, Vin and Whit. Grandparents are Deborah and Terry Arnold and Linda and John Francese. A white New Testament is presented to the baby from United Methodist Women Group 12.
Sympathy Sympathy of the ministers and members of the congregation is extended to Hilda Flynt, Darlene (Robert) Dejo, Alan Flynt, and Bonnie Grey Flynt upon the death of James (Jim) Harrell Flynt on March 22, 2017. Today’s Greeters: Libby and Max Lanning Sandra and Jimmy Shoaf FOURTH SUNDAY Chief Ushers: Jimmy Everhart and Richard Foust Captain: B.A. Long Co-Captain: Mike Hall Betty Frick, Charles Hoover, Bob Pearson, Tad Proctor, Larry Swing, Bren Varner, and Dean Yemm. Security: Pete Murray
Prayer Requests Robert Phelps Max Lanning Max Wood Kathy Hester Pat Langley Terri Beck Natalie Blomquist June Craver Steve Caudill John Hench Judy Hench Earl Hester Miheepa Jones Mary Norman Paul Smith Flonnie Thomason Don Van Hyning Dee Dee Walker Mary Louise Wilkerson
Shut-Ins Dot Kinsey Caroline McCree Kathryn Neal Evelyn Sink
Alston-Brook Isabelle Trimpey
Bethany Woods Alvin Pope
Brookdale Lexington Opal Bloome Betty Darr
Brookstone Lexington
Pegge Wood Copley Albert Gobble
Genesis House (Salisbury) Julee Smith
Wood Haven Louise Pope
Piedmont Crossing Health Care Margaret Beck Margaret McCrary Carver Gladys Johnson Margaret Ragan Residents Jo Doris Beck Herman & Naoma Crabtree Richard & Camille Lawrence Georgianna Niven Madeline Palmer Barbara Proctor Jim Ragan Nancy Wilkinson
Extended Family and Friends Herbert Yates Kelli Jones Tom Sigmon Chris Hunt Spencer Davis Faye Graham Gracie Joy Hedrick Kendall Conner David Ogle Tempie Almstead Kelly Michael
Kristin Harris Peter McDermott Claire Dowling Jim McDermott Ann Schaefer Helen Hall David Stafford Cliff Lopp, Jr. Cameron & Pete Dunlap Linda & Tom Dunlap Carol & Steve Harris Peggy Sisk Anna Smathers Pete Ullsperger Pat Wilson Jack Smith Gene Oldham Nakajah Vaughan Brenda Hipp Jane King Glenn Bisbee Breanna Wilson Jack Briggs Ethan Reavis Jason & Stacy Heitman Jenny Rains Jimmy Davis Bentley Leonard John Bruce Davis Sandra Parker Eric Leonard Robert, Doris, & Keith Hunt Martha Daniel Debra Ann Leonard Betty Jean Whitaker
Len & Dottie Harris Jack & Susan Phillips Jordan Beswick Susan Fritts Regina Chrest Bruce Thornton Ed Wilkerson Serving in the Armed Forces (mailing address & birthdate in newsletter) Capt. Jarrad Thorley SSS Jason Brownworth SGT Alan Ingram SPC Trevor J. Morris SPC John Hall