ST. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH … …

ST. MARK’S
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
100 Peachblossom Road
Easton, Maryland 21601
410-822-0001
410-822-0002 fax
www.stmarkseaston.org
19th Sunday after Pentecost
… … 9:30 Worship for October 19, 2014
Laity Sunday
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
OPENING SONGS
Word of God Speak
I’m finding myself at a loss for words,
And the funny thing is it’s okay.
The last thing I need is to be heard,
But to hear what you would say.
Refrain: Word of God, speak. Would you pour down like rain,
Washing my eyes to see your majesty,
To be still and know that you’re in this place?
Please let me stay and rest in your holiness.
Word of God speak.
I’m finding myself in the midst of you,
Beyond the music, beyond the noise.
All that I need is to be with You,
And in the quiet, I hear your voice. Refrain.
Your Grace is Enough
Great is your faithfulness, O God. You wrestle with the sinner’s heart.
You lead us by still waters into mercy.
And nothing can keep us apart.
So remember your people, remember your children,
remember your promise, O God.
Refrain: Your grace is enough, your grace is enough,
your grace is enough for me.
Great is your love and justice, God.
You use the weak to lead the strong.
You lead us in the song of your salvation.
And all your people sing along.
So remember your people, remember your children,
remember your promise, O God. Refrain
So remember your people, remember your children,
remember your promise, O God. Refrain
Your grace is enough.
Heaven reaching down to us.
Your grace is enough for me.
God, I see your grace is enough. I’m covered in your love.
Your grace is enough for me, for me.
OPENING PRAYER
MEET & GREET YOUR NEIGHBORS
SONG OF PRAYER
Still
Hide me now under your wings.
Cover me within your mighty hand.
Refrain: When the oceans rise and thunders roar,
I will soar with You above the storm;
Father, you are king over the flood.
I will be still and know you are God.
Find rest, my soul, in Christ alone.
Know his power in quietness and trust.
Refrain
JOYS & CONCERNS &
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.
OFFERINGS OF TITHES AND GIFTS
“Come To The Water”………… … ... … … …… ..… …Various Artists
DOXOLOGY …...……………………....………..…… … … … ……. … … page 95
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
praise God, all creatures here below;
praise God above, ye heavenly host;
praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.
THE READING FROM THE OLD TESTAMENT
Isaiah 55:6-11 … … … … … … … … … ….…. … … …… page 635-636
This is the Word of our Lord. THANKS BE TO GOD!
MESSAGE … … … … “The Life of a Gideon” … … … … …Mr. Cliff Fleenor
CLOSING SONG
Mighty to Save
Everyone needs compassion, a love that’s never failing;
let mercy fall on me.
Everyone needs forgiveness, the kindness of a Savior,
the Hope of nations.
Refrain: Savior, he can move the mountains;
my God is mighty to save, he is mighty to save.
Forever, Author of salvation, he rose and conquered the grave;
Jesus conquered the grave.
So take me as you find me, all my fears and failures;
fill my life again.
I give my life to follow everything I believe in.
Now I surrender, yes, I surrender. Refrain
Shine your light and let the whole world see
we’re singing for the glory of the risen King. (2x) Refrain
You’re my Savior. You can move the mountains;
God, you are mighty to save, you are mighty to save.
Forever, Author of salvation, you rose and conquered the grace;
yes, you conquered the grave.
You are mighty to save.
▲ BLESSING
“Have a Blessed Week & Say a Good Word for God!”
WELCOME TO ST. MARK’S! Let us prepare ourselves to worship our
Lord this morning with prayer. Before the service begins, you are invited to
register your attendance (please print) in the attendance pad in the pew.
FLOWERS on the Altar this morning are presented to the Glory of God
in memory of his parents, Katherine & Edward Knox, & in honor of her parents,
Ann & Gene Butler by Wally & Claudia Knox.
A RED ROSE is in the chapel this morning in honor of the birth of Georgia
Grace Forbes, daughter of Ryan & Jocelyn Forbes granddaughter of Mike &
Brenda Forbes-Butler & the late Woody Forbes, welcomed home by big sister
Whitley.
LARGE PRINT HYMNALS , BULLETINS, & PRAYER
REQUEST FORMS ARE AVAILABLE. Please see an usher.
IN THE LITERATURE RACK Upper Room reg & LP – Nov./Dec.,
Pockets – October.
CD MINISTRY Today’s sermon is available on CD for you to share with a
friend. Please see an usher or fill out a form on the usher’s table.
THE NURSERY is located in Room 212 & is available for parents to
either drop off their children during the 9:30 service or tend to their child's
needs. Volunteers will be available in the nursery every week, only during the
9:30 service but, it will be open during all other services for families to use as
well.
THRIFT SHOP HOURS are Monday 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday,
Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 410-820-7106.
-Those Who ServeHEAD USHER: Eric Steward.
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP: Mary Circle.
USHERS: Ann Yingling & Amy Hontz, & Gladys Makosky.
GREETERS: Christine & Andy Beaven, Elaine Leahy, Pat Visgaitis.
LAY READER: John Cherrington.
VIDEO SETUP: Josh Atwood.
ALTAR GUILD:
SOUND SETUP: Shea Springer.
ARE YOU SEEING STARS?
STARS MEAN NEW OR CHANGED ANNOUCEMENTS!!
WESLEY YATER BIBLE CLASS will resume today for it’s next 8 week
session in the Chapel & will continue until December 7, 2014.
THE PRESENTATION OF DONATIONS PROGRAM will be held on
Monday, October 20th at 10am in Room 155. All members of our congregation
are invited to attend this program to learn more about the 20 Local Mission
Partners that St. Mark's supports through our missions funds.
THE PICTORIAL DIRECTORIES HAVE ARRIVED! & can be
picked up today in the hall leading to the Gathering Area. Every family who
had their photo taken will get a free directory. There is a limited number of extra
copies that can be purchased for $5.00 each to cover the costs. This is a great
way to get to know our church family! Don’t forget to stop by today!
HOLIDAY BASKETS FOR ST MARK’S VILLAGE The time has
come to fill our food baskets at St. Mark’s Village. Please take a bag & return it
filled with the appropriate food (marked on the bag) by November 17. A basket
will be placed by the Chapel & another in the gathering area. If you have any
questions please call Lee Royer 410-829-8189.
SAVE THE DATE! Friday, October 24, 2014 – Fellowship Hall 6 pm to 8
pm Fellowship Dinner – Buffet Meal Provided – Free Will Offering Come hear
about how God is leading St. Mark’s in the development of a Long Range Plan.
See Sign up sheet in the Gathering space.
ST. MARKS’S UNITED METHODIST WOMEN BOARD Meeting
Tuesday, October 21, 9:30 Room 155.
ALL SAINTS SUNDAY On the first Sunday in November, we again remember
St. Mark’s church members who have gone to be with the Lord since this time
last year & giving thanks to God for the gift of each life. In addition to the
church members names, this year we are inviting the congregation to submit
names of loved ones you would like placed in the bulletin for All Saints’
Sunday. These loved ones would not be members of St. Mark’s & would have
been deceased after November 1, 2013. Please send a written submission (for
correct spelling of name) to the church office via email:
kreed@stmarkseaston.org , mail or drop off. DEADLINE is Wednesday October
29.
STRAWBERRY FREEZER JAM As in previous years, I made Strawberry
Freezer Jam to sell at our church Fall Festival. We participated in the Rotary
Artisans’ Festival in Centreville October 4 & 5 instead of having the festival
here. I could not take the jam there to sell due to Health Department regulations.
I am offering it to St. Mark’s members & friends. The cost is $4.00 per half pint
jar. I have 20+ jars available. If you are interested in purchasing any, please
call me. All money goes toward ‘Paying Down the Debt’. Ann Yingling 410
820 8592
RADA CUTLERY FUNDRAISER Sarah Circle’s annual fall Rada cutlery
sale will take place October 1 through November 16. All profit benefits MidShore Council on Family Violence. Since beginning this project in 2005, Sarah
Circle’s contribution to them has been over $3900.00 which includes our initial
donation to them of $1500.00 & sponsoring a family each Christmas. Because
of your help, we are able to continue this worthwhile project. In addition to
cutlery products, other items included in the catalog are meal starters, soups,
cheeseballs, dips, stoneware, cookbooks, gift books, & cooking utensils. Rada
products make great Christmas gifts! Catalogs, which include ordering
instructions, are available in the gathering area. If you have questions, please
call Ann Yingling @ 410-820-8592.
UPDATED EMAIL ADDRESSES We are asking for your help! We have
found that copying & mailing The Markings each month is quite an expense in
our yearly budget. If you would be willing to receive your copy of the
newsletter each month by email instead of hard copy, this would cut down the
expense of copying. We are currently mailing about 850 issues each month &
emailing only about 80 newsletters. Please fill out a form (they are in the
Gathering Area) giving us your current email address & letting us know if you
are willing to receive your Markings each month by email. Or you can just email
jlawrence@stmarkseaston.org. We promise that we will not share your email
with anyone outside of St. Mark’s! We all need to pull together to cut down on
church expenses to balance our budget! Thank you for your support!
AMAZON UPDATE we have earned $8. & some change from people using
smile.amazon.com & clicking St. Mark’s United Methodist Church as your
favorite non-profit to support. We all know that every penny counts! So don’t
forget when you are shopping for Christmas or everyday items go to
smile.amazon.com & choose St. Mark’s!
PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL meets weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
please feel free to join us as we pray for various needs for the church, members
& the local community. Please use the pew cards to submit requests for prayers.
WE ARE ON FACEBOOK! If you haven’t LIKED us on
Facebook, please do so! We love to share what is going on around
St. Mark’s!!
BOARD OF CHILD CARE/FOOD LION PARTNERSHIP Food Lion
has agreed to donate a certain percentage of every dollar that is spent in its
stores to the Board of Child Care, Denton Campus. To get the credit, you need
to register your MVP discount card in order for the Board to get this credit.
Please register your card information on the list in the Gathering Area. Thanks!
MR. FIX-IT Wouldn't you like to get those nagging little problems around
your house fixed? We have two church members who would really like to help
you, so please don't hesitate to call the Church office for this free service.
410/822-0001.
LABELS FOR EDUCATION (Campbells, etc.) coupons please bring to
church & place them in the Campbell’s soup can.
PRAYER CHAIN MINISTRY The purpose of the Prayer Chain Ministry is
to provide prayer support in crisis or emergencies for church members, loved
ones & people in the community. Please call the church office 410/822-0001 &
or Contact Sara Lou Casson 410/822-4872 or Betty Fleming 410/822-2216.
SAVE YOUR TRASH! Please continue to save Boxtops for Education for local
Elementary Schools, & soda can tabs for Ronald McDonald House in Baltimore.
Please place in basket marked Save your Trash.
-TODAYSunday, October 19, 2014
7:30 a.m. – Julibee Singers Rehearsal. Chapel.
8:15 a.m. – Worship Service. Chapel.
9:00 a.m. – Coffee Fellowship. Gathering Space.
9:30 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary.
9:30 a.m. – Sunday School for all ages.
11:00 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary.
3:00 p.m. – Rainbow Concert. Sanctuary.
6:00 p.m. – Youth Group. Rm. 201.
7:00 p.m. – Reign Down Choir Rehearsal. Sanctuary.
Monday, October 20, 2014
10:00 a.m. – Presentation of Donations Program. Meeting Rm. 155.
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
9:30 a.m. – UMW Board Meeting. Meeting Rm. 155.
12:00 p.m. – UMW Luncheon. Fellowship hall.
6:30 p.m. – Apostle Paul Letter’s. Room 209.
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
10:30 a.m. – Prayer Group. Chapel.
6:30 p.m. – Invitation to the Old Testament. Meeting Rm. 155.
6:30 p.m. – Overtones Rehearsal. Music Rm.
Thursday, October 23, 2014
7:00 p.m. – Chancel Choir Rehearsal. Sanctuary & Choir Rm.
Friday, October 24, 2014
6:00 p.m. – Fellowship Dinner. Fellowship hall.
Sunday, October 26, 2014
8:15 a.m. – Worship Service. Chapel.
9:00 a.m. – Coffee Fellowship. Gathering Space.
9:30 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary.
9:30 a.m. – Sunday School for all ages.
11:00 a.m. – Worship Service. Sanctuary.
3:00 p.m. – Trunk or Treat. Trippe Avenue side Church Parking lot.
7:00 p.m. – Reign Down Choir Rehearsal. Sanctuary.
-NEXT WEEKTHE SCRIPTURE LESSONS from the lectionary for next Sunday are
Deut. 34:1-2, Ps. 90:1-6, 13-17, 1 Thess. 2:1-8, Matt. 22:34-46.
-LET US PRAY FORPrayer Focus:
People who provide for our safety,
such as Firemen & & Police
officers.
While we all know that being admitted into
the hospital can be a stressful time, please
contact the church office
so that you can be visited. You are our
family & are important to us!!
Our Sympathy to Alice McGarrity
& family on the death of her
mother, Carmen Gibson.
Our Mission Statement
To share the love of Jesus
with & through the people of Talbot County & beyond.
Our Worship:
8:15 A.M. Worship
9:30 A.M. Worship
11:00 A.M. Worship
Total Worship Attendance
Sunday School Attendance
2013
68
119
159
346
131
2014
59
118
143
320
97
* The new fiscal year began on July 1.
Our Tithes & Offerings (October 12, 2014)
Amount Received Last Week ………………..$ 23,546.77
Missions Fund (YTD) *…….…........................$ 14,312.96
Building Maint. Fund…(YTD) *……...............$ 11,262.46
Long-Range Planning Fellowship Dinner on Friday, October 24th at 6:00 p.m. in
Fellowship Hall! Please RSVP by October 20th. Buffet meal provided-Free will
offering!
Come & be a part of how God is leading St. Mark’s in living out our
vision & mission. Everyone attending will be a part of a discussion group
surrounding the 6 Pillars of a Vital church. Those pillars are as follows:
Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Mission & Ministry, Evangelism &
Stewardship. Please prayerfully consider in which area you have the
greatest interest & passion. The groups will establish one to two goals for
each pillar so that we can begin to focus on where God is leading St.
Mark’s in the near future. Below is a brief description of each pillar:
1. Worship: A vital & fruitful church offers meaningful worship
experiences that connect people to God & one another. Includes:
music, prayer, worship arts, technology
2. Fellowship: Each of us discovers our role/our gifts in life through
our relationship with others. We are called to belong to the body
of Christ through fellowship. Includes: small groups, welcoming
& hospitality, large & small fellowship events
3. Discipleship: A vital church offers meaningful learning
experiences that help people of all ages understand Scripture, faith
& life so that they can know Jesus Christ. Includes: Sunday
School, study groups, Bible studies, mentoring
4. Mission & Ministry: Mission & ministry is demonstrating God’s
love to others by meeting their needs & healing their hurts in the
name of Jesus Christ. Includes: ministry groups, missions
outreach, compassion, mercy & justice ministries
5. Evangelism: The church exists to communicate God’s Word. It is
every Christian’s responsibility to share the good news of Jesus
Christ wherever we go. Includes: evangelism team, outreach
events, invitation, intentional follow-up with visitors
6. Stewardship: This area includes being thoughtful & diligent
stewards of our resources as a church & our unselfish willingness
to give in order to make a positive difference for the kingdom of
God. Includes: facilities, planned giving, intentional generosity,
reduction of debt
Please send an RSVP to jlawrence@stmarkseaston.org by the 20th,
with your choice of pillar!