Sunday Morning Worship Service
April 23, 2006
TO OUR GUESTS, we extend a warm welcome. We invite you to participate in signing our Friendship Folder, adding your address and phone number if you'd like to receive our church newsletter or a pastoral call. When we pray the Lord's Prayer at Bethel, we say "sins...sin against us" rather than "debts..." or "trespasses..."; during "a time for sharing" we welcome prayer requests from the congregation. On first Sundays each month, all who put their trust in Christ and who have received baptism in any Christian church are invited to share his sacred meal. We are glad you are with us. Please come again.
Bethel Presbyterian Church
Youth Sunday
April 23, 2006
11:00 a.m.
GREETING, WORDS OF WELCOME, RITUAL OF FRIENDSHIP AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
But if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship one with another.
And the blood of Jesus Christ, His Son, cleanseth us from all sin.
PRELUDE
CALL TO WORSHIP Ellen Dailey
From different generations, with different needs,
We gather as one people, joined in the Spirit of God.
Give us the words to say and the songs to sing that will glorify you, most holy God!
We gather to worship God, let us praise God’s name.
PRAYER OF THE DAY Ellen Dailey
*HYMN Sanctuary (sing twice)
Lord prepare me to be a sanctuary
Pure and Holy, tried and true
with thanksgiving, I’ll be a living
Sanctuary for you.
*CALL TO CONFESSION Eden Sherrod
God promises to love us and forgive us, even when we do things that are wrong and fail to live the way we know we should live. With God all things are possible – even pardoning our sins! Let us confess our sins together.
*UNISON CONFESSION OF SIN Eden Sherrod
Almighty God, You have the answers to all our questions. Why then, do we seek our answers elsewhere? Why do we pursue vain idols, which cannot help, and ignore the God whose power can do anything? Even when we try to do your will, Oh Lord, we still look other places for our comfort. Forgive us, oh God of mercy, and strengthen our faith in what you have told us. Because in Faith, we believe you. Amen.
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE Eden Sherrod
We have heard of your miracles and felt your love. We put our faith in you.
Thanks be to God. In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven! Amen.
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Gloria Patri Hymn #578
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.
ANTHEM Oh Love, That Will Not Let Me Go Rachel Dailey
MOMENT WITH THE SENIOR CITIZENS Jacob Murr
*ENERGIZER Youth
OLD TESTAMENT READING 2 Kings 2:5-11, 2 Kings 13:20-21 Frederick Morgan
SERMON Faith Max Ladue, Jordan Sherrod
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Josh McCaslin
This is the good news which we have received, in which we stand, and by which we are saved, if we hold it fast: that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day, and that he appeared first to the women, then to Peter, and to the Twelve, and then to many faithful witnesses. We believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. Jesus Christ is the first and the last, the beginning and the end; he is our Lord and our God. Amen.
SHARING OF PRAYER CONCERNS Frederick Morgan
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYER Frederick Morgan
OFFERATORY MUSIC Here I Am, Lord Rachel Dailey, Mary Ann Hensley & Eden Sherrod
DEDICATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS Zack McCaslin
*DOXOLOGY Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Hymn #592
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.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION Zack McCaslin
*HYMN #302 I Danced in the Morning Simple Gifts
*CHARGE AND BLESSING Jacob Murr
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Let There Be Peace on Earth
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 Father, brothers all are we,
Let me walk with my brother, in perfect harmony.
Let peace begin with me, let this be the moment now,
With every step I take, let this be my solemn vow,
To take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally.
Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me!
*POSTLUDE
*All who are able may stand.
Bethel offers Sunday school for children and four educational opportunities for adults at 9:45 A.M.
Childcare for babies and preschool age children is offered at 11:00 A.M.
Restrooms are located in our Educational Building on the first floor and the lower level.
Ushers can provide activity sheets for children and large print hymnals if needed.
The Youth and Greg Murr for leading the service today.
The Ushers today are Matthew Hines & John Richmond.
The flowers are given by Justin Trivette.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, April 24
Next Sunday, April 30 will be the Youth Luncheon and Auction. Following the worship service the youth will host a luncheon followed by the Annual Auction. The Youth will be selling their time and talents as well as those of the congregation. The funds raised through this year’s Auction will be used for a mission trip to the hurricane stricken gulf. Please support the church youth by contributing to this project.
Pathways Community Shelter is having a Grand Reopening Celebration on April 27 from noon to 7 p.m. at 215 S. church Ave. in Rockwood. Pathways gives homeless families and single women “a hand up not a hand out”. Sandwiches, veggies and desserts will be served.
The Mother/Daughter Luncheon will be held Saturday, May 13th, 2006. It's this time of year again! Mothers and daughters prepare for another wonderful time of fun, food and fellowship at Ivan's in Rockwood. Please make your reservations as soon as possible, but not later than Monday, May 8th. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the back of the sanctuary.
SENIORCIZE is a physical fitness program for ALL people. You don't have to be a senior citizen to join our small group of folks who enjoy to exercise and fellowship together. So, come on down to the Fellowship Hall on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 - 10 AM and join the fun. Everyone is welcome! (See article in April's Open Door)
The Mission Outreach Committee is collecting clothes for all seasons, household items, and toys to take to Sunset Gap. Please place all donations in the designated area in the Choir Room.
Meals for Muffins is an ongoing program to collect dried cat and dog food for the Roane County Animal Shelter. Please place all donations in the designated area in the Choir Room. Designated funds are also welcome.
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Doris Barber, Sue Carter, Wanda Carter, Al & Dot Davis, Anne Robertson, Marnie Shields, Ashley Lynn Tollett, Justin Trivette
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FISH of Roane County, a volunteer nondenominational Christian based organization, is in urgent need of drivers. Volunteer drivers are only asked to transport persons who have no other resources to a doctor, hospital, or medical related appointment. Drivers may be reimbursed for gas expense if they so desire. Calls for help are received in the FISH central office where the United Way screens them before referring the client to a telephone volunteer who will confirm the appointment or need before contacting a driver. Please prayerfully consider this much needed volunteer opportunity. If you will help or know of others who might, please contact the FISH office at 882-9505 or 376-5340.
THIS WEEK'S EVENTS
| Sunday |
Apr 23 |
Youth Sunday |
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Stated Session Meeting |
6:00 P.M. |
| Monday |
Apr 24 |
Seniorcize
Newsletter Deadline
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9:00 A.M.
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| Tuesday |
Apr 25 |
Presbytery Mtg. in Chattanooga
Dianne’s Ladies Quartet
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3:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
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| Wednesday |
Apr 26 |
Seniorcize
Bible Study
Handbell Rehearsal
Choir Practice
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9:00 A.M.
10:00 A.M.
6:00 P.M.
7:15 P.M.
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| Thursday |
Apr 27 |
Book Discussion Group
Design & Development Meeting
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1:30 P.M.
6:00 P.M.
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| Friday |
Apr 28 |
Seniorcize
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9:00 A.M.
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| Sunday |
Apr 30 |
Youth Luncheon/Auction |
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| Attendance Last Week – 154 |
| Average Attendance in 2006 – 106 |
| Undesignated Offering |
$1,648.55 |
| Bequest Undesignated Offering |
$5,000.00 |
| Grace School |
$925.00 |
| One Great Hour of Sharing |
$627.00 |
| Building Fund |
$125.00 |
| Rent Mid-East |
$100.00 |
| Easter Lilies |
$63.00 |
| Miss Dot Hunger Fund |
$25.00 |
| H.O.M.E. |
$10.00 |
| TOTAL |
$13,398.93 |
The Annual Youth Auction will be April 30. Following the worship service the youth will host a luncheon followed by the Auction. The Youth will be selling their time and talents and would like to invite the congregation to contribute their time and talents as well. Anything from birdhouses and baskets to babysitting and yard work are welcome and will be appreciated. The funds raised through this year’s Auction will be used for a mission trip to the hurricane stricken gulf. Please support the church youth by contributing to this project. A sign up sheet along with some suggestions is included for those who wish to donate their time and talents.
Annual Youth Auction
April 30, 2006
Time & Talent Suggestions:
For Cook: a pie, cake, dinner for 4, special dish
For Farmer: fresh produce, honey, fresh meat
For Attorney: a will
For Vocalist: a singing greeting for birthday or anniversary
For Craftsman: doghouse, custom yard sign
For Pilot: hour airplane ride
For Photographer: family portrait
For Barber: hair cut
For Beautician: a perm, hair cut
For Seamstress: a garment or alteration
For Workers: lawn mowing, window washing, car wash, wax, garage cleaning, painting
In support of our Youth Ministry, I/We________________________________________will make available the following:
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Services_______________________________________________
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We suggest you fix a minimum bid on your donations where applicable.
Be creative - Let’s have fun!
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