EBENEZER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

4901 Woodbine Road

                                                 Sykesville, Maryland 21784

(410)795-6136

www.ebenezerumchurch.org

Rev. Judith A. Emerson, Pastor

June 19, 2011

8:30 AM and 11:00 AM

 

Trinity Sunday/Father’s Day

 

PRELUDE                                      

LIGHTING THE CANDLES                          

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

      

*CALL TO WORSHIP

       See what love the Father has given us,
       that we should be called the children of God.
       You are my sons and daughters, this day I have begotten you.
       See what love the Father has given us.                                                                          As many as received him, to them he gave power to become the children of God.
       See what love the Father has given us.
       Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
       See what love the Father has given us,                                                           that we should be called the children of God.

 

*OPENING HYMN                  “This is My Father’s World”                           UMH No. 144

 

OPENING PRAYER

       Loving God, as we gather for worship this morning we worship and praise you and we give you thanks for fathers who have given us life and love. May the example of their faith shine forth. Grant that we, their sons and daughters, may honor them always with a spirit of profound respect as we serve others in Jesus’ name. Amen.       

 

 

OLD TESTAMENT READING   Proverbs 3:1-12                                            OT pg. 553

       Walking in wisdom, walking with God, and avoiding the path of destruction, humiliation, and ruin is a major undertaking, but our first priority must be the matter of our own heart. In this reading we hear how Godly wisdom can mold our heart and teach us to trust in the Lord.

                                                   

HYMN                                        “How Great Thou Art”                                     UMH No. 77

 

NEW TESTAMENT READING      Romans 5:1-11                                              NT pg. 145

       In this lesson Paul bids disciples to rejoice in the reconciliation and hope which are theirs because of the sacrifice of Christ on behalf of sinners.

 

SERMON                                  “A Father’s Perspective”                                Dr. Richard Bucher

 

HYMN                            “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”                            UMH No. 133

                                         

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 

       Joys and Concerns

       Pastoral 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.     

 

THE GIFTS OF THE PEOPLE

Offertory                       “God Will Always Love Me & You”                        Julian Bryant          *Presentation of Gifts

       *Doxology                        

                                                  “Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart”                             UMH No. 160     Stanza #5

Praise God who reigns on high, the Lord whom we adore,

The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, one God forevermore.

Rejoice, Rejoice, Rejoice, give thanks and sing!

 

 

 

*Prayer of Dedication

       For the precious breath of life, for the wonder of children, for prophets among us, for all the glory of creation, we give you thanks, O God. May our love for you be experienced by others through the gifts we offer today. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

 

*HYMN                                  “God Will Take Care of You”                                     UMH No. 130

 

*DISMISSAL WITH BLESSING

 

*POSTLUDE

 

                                   

                             Ebenezer UMC Contact Information

                             Pastor: Rev. Judith A. Emerson

                             Church Secretary: Sue Bergmann

                             Organist/Choir Director : Linda Bange

                             Youth Director: Melissa Pollack

                             Nursery Coordinator : Susan Rodriguez

                             Nursery Coordinator: Jen Whittington

                             Church Office: 410-795-6136

                             Church Fax:    410-795-1237

                             Pastor’s Office:410-970-6975

                             Pastor’s Home: 410-442-2881

                             Church E-mail  eumcwinfield@yahoo.com

                             Pastor’s E-mail  revjae@aol.com

                             Church Website www.ebenezerumchurch.org

 

 

                                           

This Week

Day

Event

Time

Monday-Friday

Vacation Bible School

5:45-8:00 PM

Tuesday

Visit to Brinton Woods

10:30 AM

 

THANK YOU! I do not know how to express my thanks for last week’s recognition. I have never felt so appreciated in any position. The flowers and gifts are wonderful. I will treasure the keepsakes and hope to keep the memory for many years. I do feel that God has called me to be at Ebenezer - not once, but twice! I must belong as long as He gives me the health and ability. Sincere thanks, Linda.

SUMMER WORSHIP HOURS

From Sunday, July 3, 2011 through Sunday, September 11, 2011 we will have ONE worship service only at 10:00 AM. Please mark your calendars.

 

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS

Beginning Tuesday, July 5th and continuing through Tuesday, September 6th, we will have summer office hours for the church. Our Church Secretary will be in the office on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM during the summer. The Pastor will be in the office at other times as well, however, if you have a pastoral emergency or need to get in touch with the Pastor or church staff and you cannot reach anyone in the church office, you may contact Rev. Judy by leaving a message on the church voicemail, by email or by calling her home number and she will return your call as soon as possible.

 

 

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL  Shake It Up Cafe' starts tomorrow June 20th from 5:45-8:00pm with dinner included for all registered children, their families and vbs volunteers.  Bring your friends, your family and your neighbors and let's get cookin'!  If you haven't registered yet, there are registration forms on the table in the back of the Sanctuary.  If you want to help, but can't commit to the week, just drop in on the nights you can!  If you have any questions contact Lori Rapids at 443-487-1149 or blrapids@comcast.net. 

       

SERVICE-LEARNING HOURS can be earned with Feed My Sheep as a student volunteer this summer at the Soup Kitchen at Wesley Freedom UMC. The sign-up sheet for 6th-12th grade is now posted on the bulletin board in the narthex. More details can be found on the sign-up sheet and in the June/July newsletter.

 

MEN’S RETREAT The sign up sheet is posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex for the men’s retreat this fall. We need a minimum of 12 men attending to hold the retreat. Here is a preview of the retreat:

2011 Men's Retreat

 "Money, Sex and Power:

Christian Men Living Rightly with
these Sacred Gifts"
 September 30 - October 1   Camp Manidokan


Schedule summary:

Friday evening - arrive, settle in, fellowship, worship and Session #1, "Money."
Saturday morning - breakfast, worship, and Session #2, "Sex."
Saturday early afternoon - lunch and free time
Saturday late afternoon - Worship and Session # 3, "Power."
Saturday evening - dinner and depart.

Resources: Material by Richard J. Foster and The Bible.


Session Leader: Pastor Dave Highfield, United Methodist pastor (mostly
retired), Carroll County resident, and occasional guest preacher at Ebenezer UM Church.  Dave was ordained in 1968 and served churches in Cumberland, Williamsport,  Riderwood, and Westminster, Maryland.