Holman United Methodist Church

HOLMAN
Church of the Bells
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
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
REV. ALLISON MARK, Associate Pastor
MIN. MARGUERITE PHILLIPS, Minister of Congregational Care Ministries
REV. OLIVER BUIE, Minister of Community Engagement
REV. JAMES M. LAWSON, JR., Pastor Emeritus
10th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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JULY 24, 2016
LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE
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 IN CELEBRATION OF
FREEDOM SCHOOL
A program of the Children’s Defense Fund
“that seeks to build strong, literate, and empowered children
prepared to make a difference in themselves, their families, communities, nation and world today.”
We give thanks for this opportunity to empower our children.
Together we CAN make a difference!
1945-2016
FROM FAITHFULNESS to FRUITFULNESS:
Making a Commitment to Improvement through Alignment and Involvement
"Let us hold fast to the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who has promised is faithful.
And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds,
not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another,
and all the more as you see the Day approaching" (Hebrews 10:23-25).
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WORSHIP CELEBRATION
“But Jesus called the children to him and said, ‘Let the little children come to me.’” Luke 18:16 (NIV)
Church School for our children begins at 8 AM and 11 am (Children) in the Love Educ. Bldg.
Please sign your child in before you go to the Sanctuary and sign them out when you leave! Thank you.
PRELUDE
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Robert Johnson, Jr.
“Here I Am to Worship”
Chris Tomlin
CENTERING MOMENT
We gather today to edify one another and glorify God. Through our edification, we seek to brighten
one another's lights through encouragement and empowerment. Through our glorification, we seek to
re-kindle our salt-seasoning, so that it brings out the God-flavors for enlightenment and enrichment.
GREETING
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*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: In a world that has lost its saltiness and compromised the God-flavors in us,
People: Brighten your corner by being the salt of the earth!
Leader: In a world where the darkness of racial injustice and economic inequity has compromised
the God-colors in us,
People: Brighten your corner by being the light of the world!
ALL:
Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works
and give glory to God. Every praise is to our God!!
*CELEBRATION OF PRAISE & WORSHIP
Praise Team & Congregation
“Every Praise”
Hezekiah Walker
Every praise is to our God
Every word of worship
with one accord
Every praise every praise
is to our God
Sing hallelujah to our God
Glory hallelujah is due our God
Every praise, every praise
is to our God
God my Savior
God my Healer
God my Deliverer
Yes He is, yes He is
“Lord Prepare Me”
Lord prepare me, to be a sanctuary, pure and holy, tried and true;
and with thanksgiving, I’ll be a living, sanctuary for you.
*OPENING PRAYER
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
Choir and Congregation
“Souled Out”
Hezekiah Walker
Chorus: I am souled out, my mind is made up!
Who can separate us
from the love Jesus?
Not death, nor life
Jesus paid the price,
now I'm free from sin
MINISTRY OF MUSIC
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I've come through the fire,
I've come through the rain
But God, He never left my side
He's my comfort
through all hurt and pain
My heart is fixed, my mind's made up
No room, no vacancies, I'm all filled up
His Spirit lives me in me
and that’s the reason I’m souled out.…
Voices of Harmony
“I Could Sing of Your Love Forever”
Hillsong
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* Congregation please rise in body or spirit *** Worshipers may enter
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*SCRIPTURE
MATTHEW 5:13-16
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
Liturgist: The Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God!
MINISTRY OF MUSIC
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Jubilant Voices
“All We Ask”
Sandra Gray and Melida Skeete Byrd, soloists
Donnie McClurkin
SERMON
Rev. Kelvin Sauls
BRIGHTEN YOUR CORNER
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.
Music for Meditation
Jubilant Voices
“I Give Myself Away”
Tracey Foster, soloist
William McDowell
PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
Offertory
“My Name is Victory”
Jubilant Voices
Jonathan Nelson
*Doxology
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS & VISITORS
INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN MINISTRY (ANNOUNCEMENTS)
*HYMN OF SENDING FORTH AND RECESSIONAL
“This Light of Mine”
*BENEDICTION
As we depart worship, wherever you Go, toll YOUR Bell!!
POSTLUDE
Robert Johnson, Jr.
"Open Your Eyes"
Bobby Caldwell
PARTICIPATING IN OUR SERVICES TODAY: Rev. Kelvin Sauls, Rev. Allison Mark, Dr. Marguerite Phillips,
Rev. Oliver Buie; Liturgists: (8:00 am) Raven Addison, (11:00 am) Perry Garoy; Voices of
Jeiña Brito, Jubilant Voices directed by Melida Smith Byrd; Robert Johnson, Jr., assistant
Ricardo L.J. Mowatt, drummer; Ushers chaired by Gilbert Jones; Acolytes coordinated by
Muriel Parker; Greeters chaired by Donna Richardson; Hospitality Ministry coordinated
New Members Ministry chaired by Sharon Hodgson; Transportation Ministry coordinated
Media Ministry: David Sears, Keith McGruder, and Mark Conway.
Harmony directed by
director and organist;
PearlIne Allison and
by Sharon Jackson;
by Keith McGruder;
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 HEART
TO HEART 
SALT AND LIGHT
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You’re here to be salt-seasoning that brings
out the God-flavors of this earth.
If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste
godliness? You’ve lost your usefulness
and will end up in the garbage.
14-16 “Here’s another way to put it:
You’re here to be light, bringing out the
God-colors in the world. God is not a secret
to be kept. We’re going public with this,
as public as a city on a hill. If I make you
light-bearers, you don’t think I’m going
to hide you under a bucket, do you?
I’m putting you on a light stand.
Now that I’ve put you there on a hilltop,
on a light stand—shine!
Keep open house; be generous
with your lives. By opening up to others,
you’ll prompt people to open up with God,
this generous Father in heaven.
Matthew 5:13-16The Message (MSG)
PRAISE REPORT
Holman members Carl and Cynthia Henley
share the good news of the birth of their
grandson, NAZHIR PRINCE AZONWU, born
on July 17th at approximately 6:55 am
(6 pounds & 10 ounces and 18.5 inches).
The proud parents are Charles and Kiyanna
Azonwu, and auntie Caradi Star Henley.
LET US PRAY FOR THE BEREAVED
HELEN C. WASHINGTON, sister of Holman
member John Jones, passed away July 14 in
Durham, North Carolina. Services are pending
at this time.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS
Family of Helen C. Washington,
John Jones and Family,
Linda Hillary
FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR
Happy Birthday to my Daughter
DEBRA LACROIX
God is still moving you and me forward!
We are blessed to be part of the Holman family.
We have received so many blessings
from so many people that
we just want to show our gratitude.
Glory be to God!
JEAN SMITH
In Honor and Celebration of
PROFESSOR HILDRETH (HAL) WALKER
Man of God, Loving Family Man,
Laser Scientist and Global Educator
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
With all our Love,
YOUR WIFE, DR. BETTYE DAVIS WALKER,
CHILDREN, RAYMOND AND ALLISON,
& GRANDS: NILE, MECCA & ASIA
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 THIS WEEK AT HOLMAN  JULY 24 TO JULY 30, 2016 
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CHILDREN’s CHURCH SCHOOL
8:00 am & 11:00 am, Love Educ. Bldg.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 9:30 am, L.L. White Hall
Adults Church School, 9:45 am:
ADULT BIBLE STUDY, Love Educ. Bldg., Room 5
BOOK TALK – JLMP Bldg., Rm. 204
currently reading: "Where Do We Go From Here:
Chaos or Community?" by Martin Luther King, Jr.
New Members Formation & Incorporation Small Group,
9:45 am, JLMP Bldg., Room 202
Voices of Harmony Repast, 9:45 am, Crockett Library
Cherub Choir Rehearsal, 10 am, Johnson Chapel
FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 12:30 pm, L.L. White Hall
Our fellowship hour
is sponsored by Dr. Josephine Jones
IN HONOR OF THE 80TH BIRTHDAY OF EARL JONES!
The birthday cake is provided by Ms. Jean Smith
IN CELEBRATION OF THE MARCH BIRTHDAYS OF
Debra LaCroix, Earl Jones,
Monroe McGruder, and Sandra Jefferson!
HOLMAN UMW UNIT MEETING, CANCELLED
1 pm, Johnson Chapel & Crockett Library
In HIS Steps Dance Ministry Rehearsal, 1:30 pm, Sanctuary
Bell Choir Rehearsal, 1:30 pm, Love Educ. Bldg., Room 1
THURSDAY
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Banners & Paraments Ministry, 10 am, Room 203
BIBLE STUDY, 12 pm, Crockett Library
In HIS Steps Dance Ministry Rehearsal, 6 pm, Sanctuary
Holman Choir Rehearsal, 7:30 pm, Bowick Music Room
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 (605) 475-3270; Code 528519#, then 1
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FREEDOM SCHOOL
Mon. to Fri., 8 am to 3 pm
 Storehouse is open (for the needy),
1 pm – 3 pm (Mon. Wed. & Fri.), Love Educ. Bldg.
 Focus Point Study Group, 6:30 pm, Crockett Library
Currently doing Bible study series
based on the film “WAR ROOM”
 Holman Choir Rehearsal, 7 pm, Bowick Music Room
TUESDAY
 Banners & Paraments Ministry, 10 am, Room 203
 LINE DANCING (Health & Wellness Ministry)
5 pm, L.L. White Hall (fee applies: $5)
 Finance Committee Meeting, 7 pm, Room 202
 FOR WOMEN ONLY BIBLE STUDY
6:30 pm, off-site
Reading book: Keep It Shut by Karen Ehman
WEDNESDAY
 Prayer Shawl Ministry, 12 pm, Crockett Library
 Another Chance Recovery Ministry, 7 pm, Room 203
 Jubilant Voices / Joyful Noise Summer Choir Rehearsal,
7:30 pm, Johnson Chapel
HOMECOMING WEEKEND
FRIDAY
 FRIDAY MORNING PRAYER, Share & Communion Service,
7 am, Johnson Chapel
 Jobs for Kids Workshop, 2 pm, Crockett Library
 CONCERT UNDER STARS, 6:30 pm, Patio
SATURDAY
 SATURDAY MORNING PRAISE & WORSHIP,
7 am, Johnson Chapel. All are welcome!
Join us and experience your blessing!
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 HOLMAN ALL CHURCH COOKOUT
AND DISCIPLE REUNION,
11 am, L.L. White Hall
 HOLMAN UNITED METHODIST MEN
DODGERS NIGHT, 6:10 pm, Dodgers Stadium
“Knowing that I make somebody's day better is all that matters at the end of the day.”
― Raven Symone
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MINISTRY AND MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS
WEEKLY HEALTH TIP:
Which will cool you off faster on a steamy
summer morning: iced coffee or hot?
Two recent studies say the latter—and so
do other cultures where drinking hot tea
in hot weather is the norm, like in India. When you sip a hot
beverage, your body senses the change in temperature and
increases your sweat production. Then, as the sweat evaporates
from your skin, you cool off naturally.
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Open your soul and entertain the glory of God,
and after a while that glory will be reflected in the world
about you and in the very clouds above your head.
Frank Laubach (1884–1970)
NOTICE: A SPECIAL CHARGE CONFERENCE
will be held on Sunday, AUGUST 7th, immediately
following the 8 am worship celebration.
SURPRISE!! CELEBRATION OF THE 80TH
BIRTHDAY OF EARL M. JONES in L.L. White
Hall for our fellowship hour after the 11 a.m.
service. Shhh!!!
DODGERS BASEBALL GAME ON JULY 30th –
If you are riding with us, the vans vans will leave Holman at 4 PM
on Saturday, 7-30-16 to head to the game.
55+ FELLOWSHIP – Join 55+ Fellowship as we spend a day of
fun, food & fellowship at Rideau Vineyard on AUGUST 20, 2016.
Rideau is a Black owned winery located in the Santa Inez Valley
near Solvang. The cost is $73.00 and includes transportation,
lunch, and wine tasting. The deadline date to sign-up and pay is
August 7, 2016. For more information please contact Juanita S.
Cannon (310) 635-5289 or Pearl Crowell (323) 751-1458.
ATTENTION!!!—ATTENTION!!!—ATTENTION!!!
Would you like to be in the movies? Holman’s Beyond
The Battlefield Committee (BTB) will honor individuals who have
served in the U.S. Military by chronicling their experiences while
in the military in an upcoming video. If you or anyone you know
who is affiliated with Holman and would like to be honored please
let us know. We have extended the deadline to August 7, 2016.
Please call the Church office at 323-731-7285 and leave a
message for Doris Spearman, or contact her directly at
adoriss2012@gmail.com. We look forward to celebrating you!
2016 GRADUATES – We want to stay connected with you!
Please call the church office and provide your address,
phone number and email address to Joni, or email to
joniarlain@holmanumc.com. Also, please save the date,
Friday, August 5th, for our Achievement Night celebration to
honor you! See flyer on page 14.
STRENGTH FOR THE JOURNEY RETREAT – H.O.P.E.
Ministry will be available in L.L. White Hall today to accept
campership donations for this retreat, which will be held this
coming week (July 25-July 29). So far we have collected enough
donations to sponsor four (4) persons. Your tangible blessing in
making this opportunity available to as many as possible is life
transforming. Thank you.
TODAY
Scripture: Matthew 5-7
THE SERMON
ON THE
MOUNT
Our goal is to help children understand
the main content of Jesus' Sermon
on the Mount and be willing
to follow what Jesus said.
Blessings,
DEBORAH A. MITCHELL
Children’s Ministry Coordinator
children@holmanumc.com
CHERUB CHOIR
REHEARSAL @ 10 am in
JOHNSON CHAPEL!
YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS
Are you between the
ages of 13 & 18?
 Looking for a space with other young people?
 Want to talk about what is going
on in your world?
Join us for Youth Church on 1st-3rd Sundays
@ 8 AM in Room 8 of the Love Educ. Bldg.
Voices of Harmony
All youth are invited to join us 2nd – 3rd Sundays
@ 10 am for rehearsals! We sing on 4th Sundays!
Join us in giving God your praise in song!!!
Zaneta Smith and or Joe Luckett
Youth Ministry Directors
youth@holmanumc.com, Instagram @therealhyp
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HOLMAN
OUR CHOIRS NEED YOU!
CHERUB CHOIR – Is your child age 4 to 10? If so, they can
be part of the Cherub Choir, and join with other children in
signing praises to the Lord. Choir rehearsals are held every
Sunday, 10 to 10:30 am in the Johnson Chapel. The choir
serves in ministry on the 3rd Sundays, currently only at the
11 am worship celebration.
THE HANDBELL CHOIR is looking for interested persons to
join this ministry. If you have some musical background and a
desire to join the Handbell choir, please contact the Director,
Mrs. Evelyn M. Freeman, at 323-291-5614. The Handbell
Choir ministers every 2nd Sunday at the 8:00 am and 11:00 am
worship celebrations.
HOLMAN CHOIR and JUBILANT VOICES are always ready
to welcome new members. If singing praises unto the Lord is
what you love to do, then we have a place
for you. Holman Choir rehearses on Thursdays, 7:30 pm.
Choir sings on 1st & 2nd Sundays. Jubilant Voices rehearse on
Wednesdays, 7:30 pm, and sing on 3rd & 4th Sundays. And
don’t forget a place for the youth with our VOICES OF
HARMONY, who sing on 4th Sundays.
SUMMER
BIBLE CAMP
July 31st – August 4 th
No Fear: Courage in Christ
For God has not given us the spirit of fear,
but of power and of love and of sound mind.”
2 Timothy 1:7New King James Version
CAMP CEDAR GLEN
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This year’s camp theme is entitled “No Fear: Courage
in Christ.” Campers will examine the importance
of having courage in Christ to develop trust with
one another; to take action when they see or hear
something wrong; and to make a positive impact on
the lives of others.
We have a total of 86 campers & counselors going
to camp. Once again we are reaching out to you,
our Holman family and friends, to support us
through donation of the following:
 Cases of small waters (8 ounce bottles)
 Cases of small Gatorades (8-12 ounce
bottles)
 Gift Cards to Costco (now takes Visa),
Smart & Final and Visa
 You can buy cases of snacks if you feel
so led, but the gift cards help us to make
sure we have a good variety and quantity
of snacks.
Items can be delivered to us in several ways:
 Drop the donations off at the church office.
 Drop the donations off at Van Scott’s home.
 Call Van Scott or leave message for him
with the church office and he will coordinate
your donation pick up.
THANK YOU FOR
YOUR SUPPORT!!
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AFTER THE SERMON
FAITH FORMATION IN ACTION
Living Our Social Gospel
STATEMENT BY THE NORTHEASTERN COLLEGE OF BISHOPS
OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TO OPEN THE NORTHEASTERN
JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCE
As we gather for this Jurisdictional Conference many
persons have been confronted and consumed with the
overwhelming reports of shootings and violence. Life taken!
Trust broken! Anger and fear growing.
Frustration and despair looming. We believe that God’s
heart breaks as our hearts break with these acts of
violence – fed and complicated by fear, prejudice, racism,
and privilege.
We pray for each family and each
community affected by profound loss and grief. We pray
for the ripple effect of these acts of violence that strip away
certainty of safety, sanctuary, value, and trust. . . .
We, the College of Bishops of the Northeastern
Jurisdiction stand together to respond, and our response is
not just for the moment. Our response is a commitment to
acknowledge our participation in the sin of institutional
racism and to have ongoing conversations within the
College about racism, privilege, and oppression. . . .
Read full article at http://bwcumc.org/
statement-by-college-of-bishops-of-the-northeastern-jurisdiction/
Gunshots, Tragedy and Heartache:
What can we do?
In the midst of gun violence,
how can our voices of peace be heard?
by Beth Reilly on July 11, 2016
In the midst of the chaos, pain, and terror, “Jeffrey
Rodriguez reached out to his brother through a text
message: ‘I’m bleeding so much and I don’t think I’m going
to make it. Call mom and dad and tell them I love them'"
(The Washington Post).
With shocking reports of 49 victims shot and killed in
Orlando, we experienced one of the deadliest mass
shooting in the history of our country. Columbine, Virginia
Tech, Newtown, Charleston, and most recently Louisiana,
Minnesota, and Dallas - gun violence is destroying lives
and communities at a terrifying pace. As people of faith,
we respond with our tears, prayers, and moments of
silence. However, more is required. Involvement, action,
and a push for change must follow. So, what can we
do? When, where, and how should we get involved?
Read full article at https://umc-gbcs.org/faith-in-action/
gunshots-tragedy-and-heartache-what-can-we-do
For more info contact
Lacey Johnson at 213.974.2222
or Ljohnson@bos.lacounty.gov
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CONGREGATIONAL CARE
CIRCLE OF CARE
MINISTRIES
For more information on all Congregational Care
Ministries please contact Minister Marguerite Phillips
at the church office 323-731-7285 or 323-253-9580.
"COPING WITH CHRONIC PAIN"
2016 FINALE PROGRAM
Parents, Volunteers,
Read Aloud Guests, Friends,
Families, One and All
September 5, 2016 – October 14, 2016
Weekly every Friday
9:30 – 12:00 Noon
Room: TBA
We invite you to celebrate our
3RD ANNUAL HOLMAN READ LEAD
FREEDOM SCHOOL
FINALE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2016
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
L.L. White Hall
SAVE THE DATE
Aug. 20-21
WOMEN’S WEEKEND
Theme: “Under New Management,
Rebuilding Your War Room”
Watch for details on plans for an
awesome weekend of learning and sharing!
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SCRIPTURE REFLECTION
While traveling in South Africa the
last two weeks, the song that became a
favorite of the U.S. Pastors is a song
I grew up with in youth ministry in
SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2016
South Africa. The words simply say,
"why don't you brighten that corner,
8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M.
where you are...Jesus is there, where
you are..." Aside from the harmonious
beat and easy to learn, the song is a
directive: take responsibility for the
brightness, or lack thereof, of the
corner to which God had called you.
As people of faith, our responsibility
SCRIPTURE
is to be light and salt in a world that has
lost its saltiness and compromised the
MATTHEW 5:13-16
God-flavors in us! How is God calling
you to brighten your corner by being
the salt of the earth! In a world where
Rev. Kelvin Sauls
the darkness of racial injustice and
economic inequity has compromised
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the God-colors in us, how is God calling
you to brighten your corner by being
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the light of the world!
Stop focusing on someone else's
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corner. Reset, reposition and rekindle
your light to shine before others,
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so that they may see your good works
and give glory to God.
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Worship Celebration
SERMON NOTES
“BRIGHTEN YOUR CORNER”
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L
KING AHEAD
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11th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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Sunday, July 31, 2016
UNITY / HOMECOMING SUNDAY
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Freedom School Day;
Holman Summer Bible Camp Send-Off;
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New Members Reception
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Rev. Kelvin Sauls
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12th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Sunday, August 7, 2016
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HOLY COMMUNION SUNDAY
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Rev. Kelvin Sauls
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Lord God,
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Our hands are open to you.
Our ears are listening to you.
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Our eyes are watching you.
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Our hearts are trying
to beat with yours.
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Live in us and love others
Inspiring the world as passionate followers of Jesus Christ
through us today.
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so all may experience God’s life-giving love.
Cal-Pac UMC Annual Conference – Vision Statement
Amen.
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