United Methodist Church of Cadillac

1020 East Division Street  •  775-5362 • Fax 775-6475

April 21, 2002  • Fourth Sunday of Easter

Celebration Worship at 11:00 a.m.

THE GATHERING TO WORSHIP

ORGAN PRELUDE                                                                                                                         

ENTRANCE OF THE LIGHT OF CHRIST                By Acolytes

GREETINGS AND WELCOME                        PARISH NOTES 

LET’S GO CHRISTIAN CAMPING - SUMMER 2002

            *CALL TO WORSHIP

One:    God desires partners:

All:      So God made the trees dance and the mountains sing,

One:    Made bees buzz and sea gulls soar,

All:      Made children to skip, hope and tumble,

One:    Made women and men to pray and laugh.

All:      God intended joy:

One:    Flowers in every field and on every table,

All:      Kindness in every embrace,

One:    Happiness in every balloon,

All:      Beauty in everyone.

One:    God smiles -

All:      With every baby born,

One:    With every prayer said,

All:      With each note sung,

One:    With each alleluia raised. 

            *HYMN OF PRAISE                                                                  #62

“All Creatures of Our God and King” Vs. 1-4, 7

            *PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

THE PEOPLE OF GOD PRAYING

PRAYER ANTHEM                                                   Chancel Choir

“People Need the Lord”   Arr. Winnie Swaim

If you have a prayer joy or concern, you are invited

to fill out a prayer card and hand it to the usher at this time.

SILENT REFLECTION

UNISON PRAYER

God of wind and sea, of sky and river, we give thanks for the gift of life. We bring before you our gratitude for the miracle of nature's beauty, nature's rhythm, the breath of life.  Preserve in us the desire to honor your creation, to know your handiwork, to share this symbol of your love for us with all your children. As part of your creation, make us sensitive to its fragile health. May we learn to care for our earth and those who inhabit it as you care for us.  May all of your creation experience the new life you have provided for us in Christ Jesus our Lord.  Amen.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

THE LORD’S PRAYER                                                           #895

THE READING AND PROCLAIMING OF THE WORD

TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN

    *HYMN                                                                                        #144

“This Is My Father’s World”  

SCRIPTURE LESSON                                                  N.T. pg 158

Romans 8:18-25

THE MESSAGE                                                 Pastor Dale Ostema

“Why We Care”

RESPONDING TO THE WORD

OFFERTORY INVITATION

OFFERING OUR GIFTS AND OURSELVES TO GOD

ORGAN OFFERTORY 

            *DOXOLOGY                                                                           #177

“He Is Lord” 

            *PRAYER OF CONSECRATION   (in unison)

You but open your hand, O Lord, and all of our needs are met. This beautiful and bountiful earth provides for our physical and esthetic necessities. Your church helps meet our spiritual needs and offers us opportunities for learning your Word, experiencing meaningful fellowship and serving in Christ's name.  We praise you for the privilege of giving because it is in sharing our gifts that we find worth and joy.  Accept our offerings as we express our gratitude for all that we are and all that we have. Through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

THE SCATTERING TO SERVE

            *CLOSING HYMN                                                                   #189

“Fairest Lord Jesus”

            *COMMISSION AND BLESSING                                    

            *ORGAN POSTLUDE

            *All who are able, please stand

Register for Summer 2002 camps as soon as possible.  Brochures are available at church if you did not receive one.  The church pays ½ of each camper’s fee.  Additional scholarships are also available.  If you need help, call Marian Fuller.

LIFEWALK 2002, a fund-raising event to support the ministry of the Cadillac Pregnancy Resource Center, offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of women and children in our area with just a little effort.  Join the Walk, May 11th.  Information and pledge forms available in the narthex or by calling Jane Wightman.

Reminder Next Sunday - April 28

Acolytes: Garrick Fuller

Ushers/Greeters: 8:30 - Larry and Bonnie Campbell

Head Usher: Senior High Youth

Greeters: 11:00 - Senior High Youth

Ushers: 11:00 - Senior High Youth

Nursery: Greg and Kathy Green

Sermontime: Lynda Coy

Coffee Hour: Senior High Youth Group

CHURCH STAFF

Pastor                                                                     Dale Ostema

Parish Assistant                                                        Judy Coffey

Coordinator-Children & Youth Ministries                Debbie Ostema

Secretary                                                                  Carol Sharp

Assistant Secretary                                                              Open

Treasurer                                                         Beverly Campbell

Chancel Choir Director                                              Walt Stump

Bell Choir Director                                                    Lisa Wilson

Organists                                           Virginia Pulford, Ann Hunt

Pianist                                                                 Darlene Ressler

Choir Accompanist                                                       Ann Hunt

Nursery Care Giver                                                    Lisa Wilson

Custodial Staff                              Dee Piltz and NOC Work Crew

Snow Removal                                                          Paul Helton

Opportunities for Ministry This Week . . .

Sunday, April 21 - Fourth Sunday of Easter

Camp Promotion Sunday

Parish Nurse Clinic between services

8:30 am - Contemporary Worship Service

9:30 am - Church School  • Grand Sweep • Lenten  Study

11:00 am - Celebration Worship Service

Children’s Choir Practice after 11:00 worship

Coffee Hour fellowship after each service

Monday, April 22

6:00 pm - FIA Group

7:00 pm - Boy Scouts  •  Grand Sweep Bible Study

Tuesday, April 23

11:00 am - Friendship Chain

6:30 - 7:30 pm - Bell Choir Practice

7:00 pm - Trustees  •  Vision Team •  Lenten Study

Wednesday, April 24

1:30 pm - Grand Sweep Bible Study

7:00 pm - Membership Committee

7:30 pm - Chancel Choir Practice

Thursday, April 25

7:00 am - Promise Keepers

1:30 pm - Missionary Program

6:00 pm - United Methodist Men Potluck and Program

Friday, April 26  • 5:00 - 7:00 pm - UMM Pancake Supper

Saturday, April 27 • 8:00 - 5:00 pm - Philharmonic Festival

Sunday, April 28, Fifth Sunday of Easter

8:30 am - Contemporary Worship Service

9:30 am - Church School  • Grand Sweep • Lenten Study

11:00 am - Celebration Worship Service

Children’s Choir Practice after 11:00 worship

Coffee Hour fellowship after each service

2:00 pm - Ann Hunt Student Recital

4:00 pm - Junior Disciples  • 5:00 pm - Confirmation

6:00 pm - Senior High Youth at home of Emily Campbell

For Changes in Activities for the Week

Info Source 775-4636 - Message No. 3152 or the Website

The Methodist Men will be having their regular meeting on Thursday, April 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the Corbin Room.  Following our typical “robust” potluck, Mr. Don Lipfert will present a program on his experiences at “Ground Zero” in New York.  This promises to be an inspiring and informative program and we hope you can join us.  Hosts are Paul Helton and Dave Fuller.

Annual Pancake Supper  

On Friday, April 26, the Methodist Men will be hosting their 48th annual Pancake Supper.  Supper will be served from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. by our courteous and efficient staff of humming waiters.  The ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Menu includes pancakes, sausage and all the extras for $4 for adults, $12 for a family of four or more, $3 for kids 6 to 12 and 5 and under are free.  Proceeds from this event go to support Project Christmas, Red Bird Mission and our church camperships and basketball team.  Bring your appetite and join us on the 26th.  

Who Makes the Best Chili in Reed City?

The Reed City Ministerial Association is sponsoring a “Pastor” Chili Cook-Off on Tuesday, April 23rd from 5 - 6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 503 S. Chestnut, Reed City.  Come taste, and cast your vote.  All proceeds go to Love INC of Wexford County as they expand the ministry to mobilize churches throughout Osceola County.

St. Ann’s Parish Nurse Program is presenting a two part series of programs.  “End Of Life Decisions” on April 21 and “End Of Life Care” on April 28 at 1 p.m. at the St. Ann’s Parish Hall. You are welcome to attend either or both sessions. More information is available on the bulletin board across from the church office.

The Great Strides 5th Annual Dale Maxwell Memorial Walk for Cystic Fibrosis will be held on Saturday, May 18 beginning with registration at 9:00 a.m.  Pledge forms on the bulletin board.

Today’s Worship Ministry. . .

Liturgists: 8:30 - Ruth Peterson  •  11:00 - Jerry Seward

Organist / Pianist: Ann Hunt

Acolytes: Jennifer Weaver and Kristin McKibben

Usher/Greeters: 8:30 - Dan and Laurie Kinney

Head Usher: Dave Fuller

Greeters: 11:00 - Jon and Wendy Fulton

Ushers: 11:00 - Margaret Benninger, Julia Perrin

                        Dick and Carol Jones

Nursery: Jim and Lisa Weaver

Sermontime: Sue Bendelow

Coffee Hour: Wills and Memorials Committee

Our Chancel Flowers this morning are presented in celebration of the birthday of Debbie Ostema from her family.

Meet Our Missionaries

We hope to have a good crowd Thursday, April 25 at 1:30 p.m. for a great afternoon.  Our missionaries, Sylvia and Marvin Reimer, will be here to share with pictures their work at the Mutambara Hospital in Nhedziwa, Zimbabwe.  Former residents of Mt. Pleasant and Lansing, they were called in March of 1999.  Marvin is a pediatrician and Sylvia is an obstetrician.  Coffee and dessert will be served.  An offering will be taken to help with their expenses.  Come and hear this wonderful missionary story!!

The  Mission Study on the Children of Africa will join with the missionary program this week on Thursday afternoon at 1:30.  Sessions  led by Clara Handy will resume at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday,

Our Corodinator of Children and Youth Ministries, Debbie Ostema, is having surgery on April 29.  If you would like to help provide a meal for the Ostema Family, a sign up sheet will be on the piano in the Fellowship Hall following both worship services.

Secret Saint Celebration

During the school year approximately thirty generous individuals and families from our church have been “Secret Saints” for the college students who live away from home.  Sunday, May 12 is the day to greet our returning students and to honor our Secret Saints.  Please join us at the 11:00 service for this special celebration.  “Commuter” college students are also encouraged to attend.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS

LOST AND FOUND

The church has an extensive amount of lost and found items, including youth glasses, keys and other things.  If you are missing something, please check with the office.

CHILDREN’S CHOIR rehearsal will be this morning, following the 11:00 a.m. worship service.  Practice lasts for one-half hour and is held in the sanctuary.  All children kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to join in this fun time of singing.

Please note the church now has hearing assistance devices for use during worship.  These can be used by persons with or without hearing aids.  Also available are LARGE PRINT HYMNALS and, if needed, large print bulletins.  Please ask.

Our church Website has a new look – take a peek at www.umccadillac.org.  Our Webmaster, Dan Kinney, has updated the site.  Lots of good information and many links are available.  You can even get you own e-mail address off the site also the Sunday bulletin is posted.  The entire Lenten Devotional Guide is online through the Lent banner on the top of the home page.  A brand NEW feature is the online Cokesbury bookstore and CBD bookstore - check it out!!.  If you need to know about an event or a meeting time, check it out there.