February 21, 2016 Sunday Bulletin

Today’s Altar flowers are for the glory of God and are donated by
Delores Stancik in memory of her husband, Edgar Stancik.
Prayer List Update: We have updated our prayer list. If someone you know is not
listed and they still need to be on the prayers, please call the church office or fill out
one of the Prayer Request Forms and drop it in the collection. Thank you.
PRAYERS FOR HEALING: Hal Adcock, Kathy Bell, Evan Bertrand, Carol
Breecheen, Becki, Carol Brune, Howard Chollett, James, Josh Coffman,
Becky Darden, Susan Fromenthal, Bob Griffin, Walter Hackworth, Ed
Halcom, Cody Hudspeth, Melinda “Mindy” Kendrix, Jerry Kuhlman, Karl
Kuhlman, Michael Loesch, Jeannine Munsch, Laura Obregon, Vivian Lee
Payne, Garret Pierce, Tracy Reitz, Gary & Cheryl Rose, Philip Smith, Eric Tatum, Sarah
Thomas, Karl Youens
First United
Methodist Church
1229 Milam, Columbus, TX 78934
979-732-2643
columbusfumc@sbcglobal.net
www.fumccolumbustx.com
PRAY FOR OUR HOMEBOUND Irene Noska, Harry Henkhaus
THOSE IN NURSING FACILITIES Betty Clarke, Ken Clarke, Marjorie Cloutier, Doris
Cobb, Harlow Dolch, Pat Kelly, Bernice Lehmann, Juanita McDaniels
OUR CHURCH LEADERS Crossroads District Superintendent, Rev. Robert Lopez,
FUMC Lay Leader Erica Meinke, Rev. Mark Brechin
RECENT PRAYER REQUESTS
GUIDANCE - JJ, Christopher
HEALING - a father, Jason R, Leonard R, Cheryl R, Don Orey
PEACE - All those grieving loss, the family of Dominique, Karl
WISDOM - Doctors of Dominique, Karl
PASTORAL EMERGENCY? CALL OR TEXT PASTOR MARK 830-931-1440
IF THERE IS A PROBLEM AT ONE OF THE FACILITIES, PLEASE CALL ONE OF THESE TRUSTEES:
Sanctuary
Education Building
Rick Mattix or John Buehler
Bobby Schmidt or Ron Davis
Sunday, February 21, 2016
Second Sunday of Lent
Welcome to FUMC Columbus. We are glad to have you worship with us this morning. We pray
that you will be blessed in your worship and will experience the presence of the Lord while
worshiping with us today.
“Rejoice in the Past...Build for the Future”
Liturgical Color: Purple
Second Sunday of Lent
February 21, 2016
Gathering Songs
February 21, 2016
Prelude
Procession & Centering Song
Step By Step
In Christ Alone
Announcements
Gathering Song
Were You There
(lighting of the candles)
I Will Call Upon The Lord
(lighting of the candles)
†Gathering Words
8:45 a.m.
“Rejoice in the Past...Build for the Future”
Liturgical Color: Purple
Second Sunday of Lent
FWS 2002
Psalm 27:1, 3, 4, 13
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?
The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear;
though war rise up against me, yet I will be confident.
One thing I asked of the LORD, that will I seek after:
to live in the house of the LORD all the days of my life,
I believe that I shall see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.
†Opening Prayer
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no
secrets are hidden. Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your
Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name,
through Christ our Lord. Amen
†Opening Song
Great Is Thy Faithfulness
UMH 140
†Affirmation of Faith
Statement of Faith
UMH 884
†Gloria Patri
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the
beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
UMH 70
Young Disciples
Offertory Prayer
Almighty God, at the time of our greatest need you surprised us with your wondrous
love in Your Son our Savior, Jesus Christ. Fixing our gaze upon Calvary, accept this humble
offering of gratitude to the honor and glory of your name. Amen
Offering
†Doxology
Sharing Joys & Concerns
Pastoral Prayer
Musical Blessing
You Are Mine
FWS 2218
Prayer for Illumination Lord, open our hearts and minds by the power of your Holy Spirit, that, as
the Scriptures are read and your Word proclaimed, we may hear with joy
what you say to us today. Amen
1st Scripture Reading
Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18
2nd Scripture Reading
Philippians 3:17-4:1
†Gospel Reading
Luke 13:31-35
Sermon
The Way of the World or the Cross
Rev. Mark Brechin
Prayer of Confession & Pardon
UMH 12
Communion
One Bread, One Body
UMH 620
†Hymn of Invitation
The Way Of The Cross Leads Home
(Those wishing to join our church family, please come forward during Hymn of Invitation)
†Benediction
†Dismissal With Blessing
†Please STAND if comfortable doing so.
11:00 a.m.
UMH 288 vs 2
Announcements
†Gathering Words
Psalm 27:1, 3, 4, 13
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?
The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear;
though war rise up against me, yet I will be confident.
One thing I asked of the LORD, that will I seek after:
to live in the house of the LORD all the days of my life,
I believe that I shall see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.
†Opening Prayer
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no
secrets are hidden. Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of
your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your
holy name, through Christ our Lord. Amen
†Opening Hymn
Lead On, O King Eternal
UMH 580
†Affirmation of Faith
Nicene Creed
UMH 880
†Gloria Patri
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the
beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen. UMH 70
Hymn
Young Disciples/Ministry Minute
Offertory Prayer
Children Of The Heavenly Father
UMH 141
Almighty God, at the time of our greatest need you surprised us with your
wondrous love in Your Son our Savior, Jesus Christ. Fixing our gaze upon
Calvary, accept this humble offering of gratitude to the honor and glory of
your name. Amen
Offering
†Doxology
Sharing of Joys & Concerns
Pastoral Prayer
Musical Blessing
You Are Mine
FWS 2218
Prayer for Illumination
Lord, open our hearts and minds by the power of your Holy Spirit,
1st Scripture Reading
2nd Scripture Reading
†Gospel Reading
Sermon
†Hymn of Invitation
that, as the Scriptures are read and your Word proclaimed, we may
hear with joy what you say to us today. Amen
Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18
Philippians 3:17-4:1
Luke 13:31-35
The Way of the World or the Cross
Rev. Mark Brechin
The Way Of The Cross Leads Home
(Those wishing to join our church family, please come forward during Hymn of Invitation)
†Benediction
†Dismissal With Blessing
† Please STAND if comfortable doing so.
Friday, February 26
Noon until 6:00pm-Blood Drive, FLC
Saturday, February 27
Sunday, February 28
8:45am-Worship/Communion
10:00am-Sunday School for all ages
11:00am-Worship
3:00pm-St. Paul UMC 150th year celebration
I am a visitor
I am a new resident
I am a regular attendee
11:00
8:45
February 28
8:45
USHERS - Rick Mattix
READERS - Nita Renick
11:00
Charlie Janak
Carmen Slovak
If you are unable to make your appointed time
please find a substitute.
Name:
Last Week’s Offering
Checks $6,298.50
Cash $197.00
Address:
Cell
Attention - Those attending or
planning to attend college!
CHANGES IN MEMBERSHIP
INFORMATION
Complete this space if you have changed
your email or phone #. Please drop this
card in the collection plate when it
comes by you. Thank you.
Name ___________________________
Birth date ________________________
Address__________________________
Home Phone _____________________
E-Mail Address
10:30am-Emmaus Living Colors reunion,
Ed. Bldg., Parlor
6:00pm-Bell Choir practice, Ed. Bldg., Room 2
7:00pm-Daybreak practice, Sanctuary
PRAYERS
I lift up to God in prayer:
Home
Thursday, February 25
Phone:______________________________________________
2:00pm-Lectionary class with Pastor Mark,
Ed. Bldg., Library
5:30pm-Grace’s Table, COC
6:30pm-Chancel Choir practice, Ed. Bldg.,
Choir Room
Our Worshiping Fellowship
Wednesday, February 24
City/State/zip________________________________________
Bishop’s Convocation @ Mt. Wesley Conference
Center, Kerrville, TX
6:00pm-Health & Wellness Committee meeting,
FLC meeting room
6:30pm-Emmaus Living Colors pot luck dinner @
FUMC, Family Life Center
If you would like to add someone on the bulletin prayer list, please fill out the "prayer" form
below. In order to mail a card to them you
must include their address.
Need:
Mailing Address:______________________________________
Tuesday, February 23
EVERYONE PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME HERE, CIRCLE THE SERVICE TIME AND DROP IT IN THE COLLECTION .
Bishop’s Convocation @ Mt. Wesley Conference
Center, Kerrville, TX
Visitors please also provide:
Monday, February 22
Name(s):____________________________________________
8:45am-Worship/Communion
10:00am-Sunday School for all ages
11:00am-Worship
5:00pm-Spirituality Class with Pastor Mark,
Ed. Bldg., large meeting room
5:30pm-Youth Group for 4th-12th grades,
Ed. Bldg., Youth Room. Supper will be
provided.
February 21, 2016
Sunday, February 21
Circle service you attended today.
The Week At A Glance
Work Phone _____________________
Email address ____________________
 I would like a visit from
the Pastor
If you are affiliated with First United
Methodist Church and have not previously
been awarded a scholarship, you may be
eligible.
Scholarship Applications are now available
in the Narthex of the Church and at the
Church Office. Applications will not be
available at the school.
Please complete your Scholarship Application and return it to the Church office by
March 31, 2016. (Applications will not be
accepted after this date.)
We will notify the Scholarship Recipients
by April 15, 2016 and their respective High
School counselors so that the student may
be recognized at the school’s award
ceremony.
Any questions, please call the church
office at (979)732-2643.