Worship Celebration - Holman United Methodist Church

H OLMAN U NITED M ETHODIST C HURCH
Church of the Bells
3320 West Adams Boulevard  Los Angeles  California  90018
Phone: (323) 731-7285  Fax: (323) 731-2609
Email: Holman@holmanumc.com  www.holmanumc.com
Visit us on – Facebook: HolmanChurch  Twitter: @HolmanUMC
REV. KELVIN SAULS, Senior Pastor
MINISTER VICTOR CYRUS-FRANKLIN, Assistant Pastor
REV. MARGUERITE PHILLIPS, Minister of Congregational Care Ministries
REV. JAMES M. LAWSON, JR., Pastor Emeritus
6th SUNDAY OF EASTER  MAY 25, 2014
The 11:00 a.m. Worship Celebration is broadcast LIVE on KJLH Radio Free 102.3 FM
and worldwide on www.kjlhradio.com
TODAY’S RADIO BROADCAST MINISTRY IS SPONSORED BY
WILLIE AND MATTEAL KIRBY
In celebration of their 52nd Wedding Anniversary,
May 25, 1962
We are thankful to God for our bountiful blessings!
TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!
VISION
A place where bells are rung to GATHER people for dynamic worship, ANOINT them for joyful service,
TEACH them powerful Christian spiritual principles, and ENGAGE them through expanding ministries,
causing them to grow exponentially as they embrace the mandate of Christ in Matthew 28:18-20.
MISSION
To make disciples for Jesus Christ by bringing to the people of Los Angeles, and particularly
the historic West Adams community, hope-filled, Christ-inspired responses to urban needs.
69 Years of Mission and Ministry
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WORSHIP CELEBRATION
THE CENTERING MOMENT
Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me; let there be peace on earth, the peace that was
meant to be. With God as our parent, brothers and sisters all are we. Let peace begin with me, let this be the
moment now, with every step I take. To take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally;
let there be peace on earth; and let it begin with me.
THE PRELUDE
***
THE GREETING
***
Robert Johnson, Jr.
*THE CALL TO WORSHIP
One:
It is absolutely clear that God has called you to a free life.
Many: Just make sure that you don’t use this freedom as an excuse to do whatever you want to do
and destroy your freedom.
One:
Rather, use your freedom to serve one another in love; that’s how freedom grows.
All:
For everything we know about God’s Word is summed up in a single sentence: Love others as
you love yourself. That’s an act of true freedom. If you bite and ravage each other, watch
out—in no time at all you will be annihilating each other, and where will your precious freedom
be then?
*THE PROCESSIONAL HYMN
#369
“Blessed Assurance”
THE LITANY OF THANKS AND REMEMBRANCE
Leader: Let us give thanks to God for this country, the land of our birth and our adopted home, with all
of its chartered liberties. For all the wonder of our country's ongoing story:
ALL:
WE GIVE YOU THANKS, O GOD.
Leader: For leaders in nation and state, and for those who in days past and in these present times have
labored for the commonwealth in our stride toward freedom:
ALL:
WE GIVE YOU THANKS, O GOD.
Leader: For those who in all times and places have been true and brave, and in the world’s common ways
have lived upright lives and ministered to their fellows:
ALL:
WE GIVE YOU THANKS, O GOD.
Leader: For those who served their country in its hour of need, and especially for those who gave even their
lives in that service:
ALL:
WE GIVE YOU THANKS, O GOD.
Leader: O almighty God and most merciful Father, as we remember these your servants, remembering with
gratitude their courage and strength, we hold before you those who mourn them. Look upon your
bereaved servants with your mercy. As this day brings them memories of those they have lost
awhile, may it also bring your consolation and the assurance that their loved ones are alive now and
forever in your living presence.
THE CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
“My God is Awesome”
Charles Jenkins
My God is awesome, He can move a mountains,
keep me in the valley,
hide me from the rain.
My God is awesome, heals me when I'm broken,
strength where I've been weakened,
forever He will reign.
My God is awesome, awesome, awesome, awesome;
My God is awesome, awesome, awesome, awesome.
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* Congregation please stand *** Worshipers may enter
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THE MINISTRY OF MUSIC
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Voices of Harmony
“Because of Who You Are”
Vicki Yohe
*THE INVITATION TO CHILDREN AND YOUTH CHURCH SCHOOL
*THE SCRIPTURE
PSALM 23
*THE CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
Liturgist: The Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God!
THE MINISTRY OF MUSIC
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Jubilant Voices
“Psalms 23”
Vicki Allen and Melida Smith-Byrd, soloists
Eddie James & Colourblind
THE SERMON
Minister Victor Cyrus-Franklin
“FOLLOW THE LEADER”
THE INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP, MEMBERSHIP AND COMPANIONSHIP (ALTAR CALL)
Persons desiring to become disciples of Jesus Christ and/or members of Holman UMC are asked to
come forward and complete a Discipleship / Membership Registration, Intercessory Prayer Card
found in the pew rack. Please place the card in the offering plate and/or bring it with you to the Altar
while the choir / congregation is singing.
THE PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
“We’re Blessed”
Offertory
Jubilant Voices
*Doxology
UMH #95
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
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
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM (11:00 am)
Rev. James M. Lawson, Jr.
ALANNA M. GRIGSBY
THE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS & VISITORS
THE SONG OF ASSURANCE / PASSING OF THE PEACE
THE INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN MINISTRY (ANNOUNCEMENTS)
*THE HYMN OF SENDING FORTH AND RECESSIONAL
*THE BENEDICTION
As we depart worship, wherever you Go, toll YOUR Bell!!
THE POSTLUDE
Robert Johnson, Jr.
PARTICIPATING IN OUR SERVICES TODAY: Our Clergy: Rev. James M. Lawson, Jr., Minister Victor CyrusFranklin, Rev. Marguerite Phillips; Liturgists: (8:00 am) Sandra Jefferson, (11:00 am) Joyce Burrell Garcia; Voices of
Harmony and Jubilant Voices directed by Melida Smith Byrd; Robert Johnson, Jr., Organist; Ricardo L.J. Mowatt,
Drummer; Ushers chaired by Gilbert Jones; Acolytes coordinated by Pearlene Allison and Muriel Parker; Greeters chaired
by Donna Richardson; Hospitality Ministry coordinated by Sharon Jackson; New Members Ministry chaired by Sharon
Hodgson; Transportation Ministry coordinated by Cynthia Gibson; Media Ministry: David Sears, Keith McGruder,
Mark Conway, Reggie Moon and Kayla Bennett.
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 HEART TO HEART 
FOR THOSE IN MILITARY SERVICE
Righteous God, you rule the nations.
Guard brave men and women
in military service.
Give them compassion for those
who confront them as enemies.
Keep our children from hate that hardens,
or from scorekeeping with human lives.
Though for a season
they must be people of war,
let them live for peace,
as eager for agreement as for victory.
Encourage them as they
encourage one another,
and never let hard duty separate them
from loyalty to your Son,
our Savior, Jesus Christ.
PRAISE REPORT & INVITATION
On Sunday, June 1, 2014 ELEANOR
THOMAS and ANNA SPELL will celebrate
their May Birthdays after the 11:00 A.M.
with birthday cake, and sponsorship of the
Fellowship Hour. You are invited to join
them for this time of celebration and
thanksgiving.
We give God thanks for
blessing them with another birthday, and
for their gift of generosity to the Hospitality
Ministry.
LET US PRAY FOR THE BEREAVED
WILLIAM A. JOHNSON, JR. (95 Years old of
Palm Springs, CA), brother of Holman member
Alice “Bunny” Taylor, passed away on May 13,
2014. Funeral will be held at 10 am on May 28,
2014 at Angelus Chapel (3875 Crenshaw Blvd.,
L.A.).
VIDA CYNTHIA FIBLEUIL, aunt of Holman
members Tamika and Jahkeema King, passed
away on May 18, 2014, in Florida. Funeral
Amen
service was held on May 24 at Vista Memorial in
Miami Lakes, Florida.
JULIETTE MORRIS, aunt of Holman members Cynthia and Lynn Matthews, passed on May 3, 2014 in
Evanston, IL. Funeral service was held on May 14th.
IRENE BUTLER, cousin of Cynthia and Lynn Matthews, passed on May, 10th in Las Vegas, NV. The home
going service was on May, 17, 2014 in Las Vegas, NV.
RITA JONES, aunt of Cynthia and Lynn Matthews passed on May 15th, 2014 in Evanston, IL, Home going
service was on May 23, 2014 in Evanston, IL.
 NEW PRAYER REQUESTS 
Debbie Craig, Alice “Bunny” Taylor and Family,
Tamika and Jahkeema King & Family, Lynn and Cynthia Matthews
Flowers on the Altar
In celebration of my handsome husband’s birthday,
today May 25th
CLIFFORD CANNON
May God continue to bless you and our union.
You have been my soul mate and friend
for over 50 years,
and my love for you still burns bright!
Happy Birthday!!
Love and Blessings,
JUANITA CANNON
In Celebration of the 80th Birthday of our
Beautiful Mother and Grandmother,
CLAUDIA JEAN BROWN SPEARS
today, May 25th!
You are the best, and you are so special to us!
We give God thanks for you!
May this day be filled with amazing joy
that will light up each day to come!
With all our Love,
STEPHEN, CATHY, CARLA, TREVIS,
SILAS & SAVANNAH
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 THIS WEEK AT HOLMAN 
MAY 25 TO JUNE 1, 2014

CHILDREN’ & YOUTH CHURCH SCHOOL
8 am & 11 am, Educ. Bldg.
 FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 9:30 am, Patio
 Adults Church School, 9:45 am:
ADULT BIBLE STUDY, Love Educ. Bldg., Room 5
BOOK TALK – Lawson MP Bldg., Room 204
currently reading The Last Week: What the Gospels
Really Teach About Jesus' Final Days in Jerusalem,
by Marcus J. Borg & John Dominic Crossan
M EN IN THE W ORD – Woodson Parlor 203
 Cherub Choir Rehearsal, 10 am, Johnson Chapel
 FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 12:30 pm, L.L. White Hall
CELEBRATING THE 96TH BIRTHDAY
OF MR. JOHN L. RICHARDS
 UMW UNIT MEETING, 1 pm, Johnson Chapel
& Crockett Library
 In HIS Steps Liturgical Dance Rehearsal,
1:30 pm, Johnson Chapel
MONDAY
 INTERCESSORY PRAYER MINISTRY
– 7 am (Mon. Wed. Fri.) Join us on the PHONE PRAYER LINE
from any location for a time of prayer & encouragement.
Call 424-203-8000; Code 528519#.
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
CHURCH OFFICE & FACILITY CLOSED
TUESDAY
 Banners & Paraments Ministry, 10 am, Room 203
 LINE DANCING (Health & Wellness Ministry)
5 pm, L.L. White Hall (fee applies: $5)
 Disciple IV Bible Study, 6:30 pm, Room 204
 Disciple IV Bible Study, 7 pm, Crockett Library
 Finance Committee / Stewardship Meeting,
7 pm, Room 202
WEDNESDAY
 Storehouse is open (for the needy),
1 pm – 3 pm (Wed. & Fri.), Educ. Bldg.
 Disciple V Bible Study, 8 am, Crockett Library
 Prayer Shawl Ministry, 12 pm, Crockett Library
 Sports Ministry (Table Tennis), 5 pm, L.L. White Hall
 Beyond the Battlefield Committee, 6 pm, Room 202
 Women’s Weekend Committee, 6:30 pm, Room 203
 Disciple I Bible Study, 7 pm, Crockett Library
 Jubilant Voices Rehearsal, 7:30 pm, Bowick Music Room
 BIBLE STUDY, 12 pm, Crockett Library
 In HIS Steps Dance Ministry Rehearsal, 6 pm, Sanctuary
 Recovery Ministry Meeting, 6:30 pm, Room 202
A contemporary
worship experience
that draws upon the
rich treasures of the
African tradition of
Gospel and Jazz!!
WE GATHER NEXT ON JUNE 12th
 Disciple III Bible Study, 7 pm, Crockett Library
 Disciple II Bible Study, 7 pm, Room 204
 Holman Choir Rehearsal, 7:30 pm, Bowick Music Room
FRIDAY
 FRIDAY MORNING PRAYER, Share & Communion Service,
7 am, Johnson Chapel
 Disciple V Bible Study Retreat, 4 pm, L.L. White Hall
 Bell Choir Rehearsal, 6 pm, Love Educ. Bldg. Room 1
SATURDAY
 SATURDAY MORNING PRAISE & WORSHIP,
7 am, Johnson Chapel. All are welcome!
Join us and experience your blessing!
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 BOOT CAMP, (Health & Wellness Ministry)
8 am, Patio. (fee applies: $10)
 LEADERSHIP TRAINING, 9 am, L.L. White Hall
 CAMP ORIENTATION, 10 am, Bowick Music Room
 Holman CDC – SAT PREP, 2 pm, L.L. White Hall
THURSDAY
 BEATING OBESITY SYMPOSIUM,
8 am, L.L. White Hall (see p. 7)
 Banners & Paraments Ministry, 10 am, Room 203
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 MINISTRY AND MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS 
WEEKLY HEALTH TIP:
May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Though skin
cancer is rare among blacks, we are more likely to die from melanoma (the deadliest form of skin cancer)
than whites. Be sure to wear sunscreen with at least a 15 sun protection factor (spf) daily! Lay off the
Vaseline. It's those really bad sunburns that can end up killing you, not ashy skin.
INVITATION TO JOIN – The Harriet Tubman Subgroup of
the Holman United Methodist Women invites women, who
are interested in becoming more active as a member of the
world's largest organization of Christian women involved in
education and mobilization for social action on local and
global issues affecting women and children, to join us for our
next monthly meeting. We meet every third Sunday of the
month. Due to Father's Day celebrations, our June meeting
will be on JUNE 29, 2014 @ 1:00 p.m. in Room 204,
Lawson Multipurpose Building. We look forward to seeing
you at our meeting. For more information please contact:
Connye
Thomas
at
323-938-9595
or
email
ceeteeLA@yahoo.com . Light refreshments will be served.
STAY AT HOME TEA – The Holman United Methodist
Women invites you to participate in this special fundraiser
that supports our Claudia Whitmore / Beatrice Borders
Memorial Scholarship Fund. Invitations are available at
our UMW table on the patio after the 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM
worship services. Enjoy a wonderful cup of tea at your
leisure, and share your blessings by making a donation to
this project that supports our young people in their pursuit of
higher education. Thank you in advance for your support.
GRADUATES! It’s that time of year again!! The time when
we get to celebrate you and your next step on the ladder of
education. Please let us know when and what grade and
school you are graduation or culminating from (even
Kindergarten), and what school / college / university you are
planning to attend. Contact the church office at 323-7317285 and leave a message for Tracey Morgan, our Higher
Education Ministry Coordinator.
KEEPING ACCURATE RECORDS
We encourage you to complete your attendance slips
and offering envelopes completely and clearly,
preferably by printing, to assist us in accurate record
keeping. Thank you for your cooperation and
collaboration in serving you.
OFFICE RECORD KEEPING DEPT.
BULLETIN DEADLINE
Submissions for bulletin are due by 5 pm on
Mondays.
Please forward via email to
joniarlain@holmanumc.com.
Please include
“BULLETIN INSERT” in your subject line.
THANK YOU
RADIO BROADCAST SPONSORSHIP
Celebrate a special a loved one
or a special occasion!!
Radio Broadcast Sponsorships
available at $750.00.
SUNDAY DATE
SPONSOR
June 8 – DAY OF PENTECOST
June 29
July 20
August 24
October 26
November 16
November 30 – 1st Sunday in Advent
December 21 – 4TH Sunday in Advent
Contact Bettye Fontenot
at 323 731-7285 for further info.
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HOLMAN CAMP UPDATE – “Last
chance” Camp Orientation session has
been scheduled for Saturday,
MAY 31st, 10 am to 11:30 am in the
Bowick Music Room. If you are the SUMMER CAMP 2014
Parent(s) / Grandparent / Guardian / CAMP CEDAR GLEN
July 27th – July 31st
Caregiver of a child that is “new”
to the Holman Camp experience, you MUST attend an
orientation. Additionally, if your plan is for your child to
participate in our 2014 camp and you have not submitted your
registration form and/or deposit, please, please, please help us
help your children/youth by turning it in NOW! Forms and
deposits may be delivered to the church office in an enveloped
marked “Summer Church Camp” to the attention of Van Scott.
Information is available on our Holman website at
www.holmanumc.com/camp, or you may contact Van Scott at
310-422-2561, van@urbandesigncenter.com.
 GRACE SPOTLIGHT KARAOKE NIGHT
Saturday, MAY 31ST, 4 pm – 7 pm. Grace
UMC invites you to a night of music,
fellowship and fun for family and friends.
Donation is $5 for adults; $2 for ages 2 to
18. Refreshments available for purchase.
Grace UMC is located at 4112 W. Slauson
Avenue, L.A. – Rev. Paul Hill, pastor.
Call 323.294.6653 for more information – www.graceumcla.com.
 SHERRILL CLASSICS – The Afro-American Chamber Music
Society Orchestra and Conductor, Janise White will premiere
Marimba Concerto No. 1 by Renowned Composer, Barbara
Sherrill at Holman United Methodist Church on Sunday,
JUNE 1st at 3:30 pm. The concert will feature Robert Ball,
Marimbist. Also on program will be works by Carlos Gomes;
Cantata and musical excerpts by Barbara Geyen Sherrill.
Performers include: James Bryant, Bradley Baker, Sheila
Judson, Jennifer Lindsey, Byron Motley, Nicholas Marcelletti,
Donald Perry, Dr. Cheatham and the Episcopal Chorale.
For ticket information contact: aacms.weebly.com or
www.//brownpapertickets.com or (310) 677-8155.
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SPRING
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
SATURDAY, MAY 31st
9:00 am – 11:30 am
L.l. White Hall
Pressing Toward The Mark:
Developing a Playbook
for Renewed Vitality & Growth
All Holman leaders are invited
and requested to be present at this
Spring Leadership Conference.
The projected outcome of this training is to
provide us with tools on how to develop,
train and retain volunteers, and setting and
implementing S.M.A.R.T. goals.
Our training will include a special session led
by Neema Cyrus-Franklin for all Holman
leaders that work in any ministry area
that includes children and youth.
REFRESHMENTS AT 8:30 AM
TRAINING SESSION – 9 am – 11:30 am
Please call Ann in the church office
and confirm your attendance
323.731.7285
NOTE: This training will be held in place
of our regular bi-monthly NOW
Ministries meeting of May 25th!
Our journey together
will include conversation
and discussion on

SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2014
WELCOME, INTRODUCTION, ORIENTATION
TO HOLMAN & UNITED METHODISM

SUNDAY, JUNE 8, 2014
BUILDING BLOCKS FOR VITAL MEMBERSHIP
& STEWARDSHIP

SUNDAY, JUNE 15, 2014
MINISTRY & LEADERSHIP STRUCTURE
OF HOLMAN UMC

SUNDAY, JUNE 22, 2014
PRESENTATION & DISCUSSION
ON N.O.W. MINISTRY AREAS

SUNDAY, JUNE 29, 2014
NEW MEMBERS CELEBRATION
IN WORSHIP AND RECEPTION
3320 West Adams Boulevard
Los Angeles  CA  90019
323.731.7285  323.731.2609 fax
Email: Holman@holmanumc.com
Website: www.holmanumc.com
Rev. Kelvin Sauls, Senior Pastor
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HOLMAN
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
STOP BY THE HCDC TABLE AFTER WORSHIP TODAY TO GET YOUR TICKET!!
For information please contact the HCDC office
at 323-731-0140 or holmancdc@holmanumc.com.
Transportation available on Holman van.
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SOCIAL ACTION & ADVOCACY MINISTRY – Join us in our
commitment to Social Justice! We meet the 1st Tuesday of
the month in Room 203 at 6 p.m. The threefold purpose of
SAAM is to raise awareness, mobilize resources and organize
to affect legislation. Focus areas for 2014 include: Candidate
and Issue Forums | Child/Sex Trafficking | Mass Incarceration
| Urban Oil Drilling | Immigration | Veterans. Next meeting
date is Tuesday, JUNE 3RD. For more information, contact
Joyce Burrell Garcia, 213.388.4468.
SANTA BARBARA SUNSET TRIP – The 55+ Fellowship is
taking reservations through JUNE 8TH for this trip. There are still
a few seats available. Cost is $90. Deadline To sign up is
JUNE 8th. For trip details and reservation please contact Pearl
Crowell (323) 751-1458 or Phyllis Stephenson 310.673.3710
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Westin LAX
fee applies
STRENGTHENING RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN
FATHERS AND THEIR AT-RISK CHILDREN
Visit childrensinstitute.org for additional event information
 FATHER INVOLVEMENT – IT’S A GAME CHANGER!
“Come join nationally recognized experts and your colleagues
for a day long exploration of the most important issues related to
fatherhood. Discover new ways to build and strengthen
relationships between fathers and their children. This year’s
conference will include a designated Father Track with
workshops covering topics that are relevant and beneficial to
fathers in attendance.
If you are a community service provider, policy advocate,
government representative, mental health professional, public
health professional, or a community member who is concerned
about solving the problem of absentee fathers’ effects on the
lives of children, you won’t want to miss this conference.”
SCHOLARSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
An investment in knowledge
pays the best interest.
Benjamin Franklin
NEED A SCHOLARSHIP?
Applications are now available for the 2014 CLAUDIA
WHITMORE / BEATRICE BORDERS MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. To qualify you must be an active member
of Holman United Methodist Church. A high school
graduating senior accepted for admission to a college or
university or a continuing college / university student (age
limit 25 yrs). An official transcript from your school, college /
university must be submitted with the completed application.
Applications may be obtained by calling Gloria Allen at
(323) 299-1896. Deadline to return completed applications
and official transcripts is Friday, JUNE 6, 2014.
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AMERICAN
WOMEN
FOR
INTERNATIONAL
UNDERSTANDING
(AWIU), Los Angeles County Chapter,
invites you to join them for an International
Round Table and hear a panel of women
from all over the world
share their personal stories, experiences and advocacy
regarding women and girls’ right to education. The event will be
held 9 am – 12 pm on Saturday, JUNE 21st at Veteran's
Memorial Building–Garden Room, 4117 Overland Avenue,
Culver City, CA 90230, and will include panelists from
Afghanistan, China, Guatemala, Haiti, India, Jamaica, Mexico,
Nigeria, Senegal – USA, Zimbabwe. AWIU is a national nonprofit organization that promotes worldwide woman-to-woman
interaction and understanding. Please visit our website at:
www.awiu.org.
To RSVP for the event please email
henrydchenry83@gmail.com or call (323) 331-1398. We are
looking forward to an exciting dialog that should lead to an action
plan to support the global issue of women and girls seeking the
right to education. Our own Diane Henry serves as the local
president.
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AFTER THE SERMON
FAITH FORMATION IN ACTION
LIVING OUR SOCIAL GOSPEL
 FRACKING MORATORIUM BILL (SB1132) – We have
received news that on Friday, May 23rd, the SB 1132 passed
out of the Senate Appropriations Committee on a 4-2 vote!
It will be taken up on the floor next week for a vote by the full
Senate. Senator Holly Mitchell and staff express thanks for
all the energy and support!
 JANET LAHR LEWIS is a commissioned missionary with the
Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church and
has served since 2006 as Methodist Liaison in Palestine and
Israel for the global Methodist Church. She has been living in
Israel-Palestine since 1994 when she sold her house in the U.S.
in order to serve as a volunteer until her commissioning as a
missionary in 2001. From 1994-1997 she worked as Personal
Assistant for H.E. Archbishop Elias Chacour in the Galilee at Mar
Elias Educational Institutions, a UMC Advance Project. In 1997
she moved to Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine where she
worked in various capacities at the Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation
Theology Center in East Jerusalem. In 2006 she began her
assignment as Methodist Liaison in Palestine and Israel, working
from her office in Bethlehem. In 2011 the office became
partnered with the World Methodist Council and the Methodist
Church of Britain, expanding her responsibilities as the main
contact and resource person for the global Methodist church. Her
work includes coordinating UM Volunteer in Mission teams,
working with the local committee for the Community Development
Project in Wadi Fouqin, coordinating and hosting Methodist and
ecumenical delegations, and continuing to partner with the
Advance and Partner projects in both Israel and Palestine. In
addition, Janet has been serving as the main resource and
contact person in Israel and Palestine for the global Methodist
Church.
 “CLUE” SPONSORED CONFERENCE ON
IMMIGRATION The LET MY PEOPLE WORK Conference,
set for JUNE 9 to JUNE 11 will be held at Holman (see
information in top righthand column of this page). We are
excited to share that Bishop Minerva Garza Carcaño of the
California Pacific Annual Conference of the United Methodist
Church will also be joining us and speaking about the role
and voice of the Faith Community in the Immigrant Rights
Movement. Bishop Carcaño is the first Hispanic woman to be
elected to the episcopacy of The United Methodist Church
(UMC), the second largest Protestant denomination in the
United States, and she has been a relentless and outspoken
advocate for both Immigrant and Economic Justice.
For registration information please contact Rev. Deborah Lee,
ICIR -CLUE CA, 415-297-8222 or dlee@clueca.org.
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CONNECTED IN COMMUNITY
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CIRCLE
OF
CARE
MINISTRIES
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Holman UMC is searching for a part-time DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN'S
MINISTRIES! This person would lead in developing Holman's strategy for faith formation
with children on Sundays and beyond by organizing teachers and volunteers for Sunday
church school classes for children ages 5-12, serving on the leadership team for various
children's ministry events (Christmas program, Easter program, Summer Camp, etc.), and
organizing parents as partners in faith formation with their children.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
QUARTERLY MEETING
Our quarterly meeting will be
held on Saturday, JUNE 14th,
10 am – 12 pm,
in the Bowick Music Room.
All persons involved in our
Congregational Care Ministries
(Communion Visitation Ministry,
Bereavement Ministry,
Telephone Care Ministry,
Friday Morning Prayer Group,
Intercessory Prayer, Prayer
Shawl Ministry, Holman/Kaiser
Collaborative Ministry) are asked
to be in attendance to receive
updates and provide input in
these important ministries of
care, compassion and outreach.
For others who may be
interested in learning
more about these ministries,
you are welcome!!
Please feel free to join us!
“Kindness and caring
are ambrosia
for the soul.”
―Amy Leigh Mercree
The person should have experience and exhibit initiative and creativity with educating
children, coordinating volunteers and working with a team, and be familiar with United
Methodist theology.
For a job description and more info. please contact Asst. Pastor Victor Cyrus-Franklin at
victorcf@holmanumc.com.
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Worship Celebration
8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M.
SERMON NOTES
“Follow the Leader”
SCRIPTURE REFLECTION
Memorial Day is a US federal holiday
wherein the men and women
who died in service through the
United States Armed Forces are
remembered. This occasion is
a time to remember the many who
died to make this country a better
place for all who reside in this land.
SCRIPTURE
The 23rd Psalm, a familiar and oft
recited scripture, serves as a
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reminder to all of us that in the
struggle for freedom, when we
“follow the leader,” God can calm
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our fears, allow goodness and mercy
to follow us and fulfill the promise
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of eternal life.
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L
KING AHEAD
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HOLY COMMUNION SUNDAY
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"RE-ENVISIONING YOUR FUTURE,
REDEEMING YOUR PAST"
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Sunday, June 1, 2014
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8:00 am
Rev. Kelvin Sauls
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11:00 am
Father Michael Lapsley
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PENTECOST SUNDAY
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Sunday, June 8, 2014
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WE ARE PENTECOST,
WE ARE THE WORLD
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(We begin a new worship series.)
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Lord God,
Our hands are open to you.
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Our ears are listening to you.
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Our eyes are watching you.
Our hearts are trying to
beat with yours.
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Live in us and love others
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through us today.
Amen.
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