United Methodist Church of Cadillac

1020 East Division Street  ·  Cadillac, Michigan

775-5362   ·   Fax 775-6475

 

June 26, 2005

Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday Worship at 10:00 a.m.

 

 

 

            THE GATHERING TO WORSHIP                                                 

 

INFORMAL TIME OF HYMN SINGING

 

PRELUDE                                                                                                 

 

*BRINGING IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST

 

WELCOME AND PARISH NOTES

 

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Leader:           We are here because God our Creator has called us here,

People: Challenging us to accept the cost and joy of discipleship and to be servants in the service of the whole human family.

Leader:                                                 But the call is also God’s promise:

People: A promise of forgiveness of sins and fullness of grace, courage in the struggle for justice and peace, and eternal life in that realm which has no end.

Leader:                 Blessing and honor and glory and power be unto God!

 

*HYMN OF PRAISE                                                                             #89

            “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”

 

*SHARING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

 

            THE PEOPLE OF GOD PRAYING

 

If you have a prayer joy or concern you would like shared during the Prayer of the People, please hand it to an usher during the Prayer Hymn.

 

 

PRAYER HYMN                                                                               #2162

            “Grace Alone”

UNISON PRAYER

God of abundant mercy, we turn to you for water for all your thirsting children.  We come seeking your hospitality, that we may be equipped to welcome others.  We reach for those high standards of commitment which you call forth, that our loyalties may not be misplaced.  Keep us from easy assurances that would lure us from the challenges of faithful living.  Amen.

 

PRAYER OF THE PEOPLE                                                                      

 

THE LORD’S PRAYER   #895

 

            THE READING AND PROCLAIMING OF THE WORD

 

TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN

 

SCRIPTURE READING                                                                NT p. 11

            Matthew 10:40-42

 

MESSAGE                                                                  Pastor Dale Ostema

            “The Gesture of Hospitality”

 

            RESPONDING TO THE WORD

 

OFFERING INVITATION                                                     OFFERTORY

 

*DOXOLOGY                                                                                       #94

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

Praise God, all creatures here below: 

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Praise God, the source of all our gifts!

Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts!

Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! 

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

 

*PRAYER OF DEDICATION (in unison)

Nurturing God, who welcomes all who sincerely believe in your sustaining grace, we are grateful that you compassionately offer your children an eternal home.  We recognize that this offering is only one way that you call us to practice Christian discipleship.  So combine these financial resources with our talents, prayers, and presence so that we may significantly influence the lives of others who seek your love.  Amen.

 

            THE SCATTERING TO SERVE

 

*HYMN OF DEDICATION                                                                #2241

            “The Spirit Sends Us Forth to Serve”

 

*COMMISSION AND BLESSING                                                              

  

*POSTLUDE                                                                                                               

 

 

            *All who are able, please stand.

 

 

 

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Veggie Tales Family Fun Night on Saturday, July 9 at 7:00 p.m.  You will learn about Larry’s better way to deal with bullies and also be one of the first to watch “Minnesota Cuke and the Search of Samson’s Hairbrush”.

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Volunteer Ministry, July 3

Ushers/Greeters:  8:30 am -

Greeters: 11:00 am -

Head Usher:

Ushers:

Nursery: Greg & Kathy Green

Sermontime: Bill & Sue Allen

Coffee Hour: Open

 

 

 

CHURCH STAFF

Pastor                                                                                    Dale Ostema

Parish Assistant                                                                      Judy Coffey

Coordinator-Children & Youth Ministries                           Debbie Ostema

Church Office Manager                                                            Patty Holst

Treasurer                                                                              Karen Klinker

Chancel Choir Director                                                             Walt Stump

Bell Choir Director                                                              Tonja Hinkston

Organists                                                          Virginia Pulford, Ann Hunt

Pianist                                                                               Darlene Ressler

Choir Accompanist                                                                      Ann Hunt

Nursery Care Giver                                                          Darlene Ressler

First Sunday Nursery Care Giver                                 Diana Van Antwerp

Custodial Staff                                           Dee Piltz and NOC Work Crew

Snow Removal                                                                         Paul Helton

 

 

Opportunities for Ministry This Week . . .

Sunday, June 26 - Sixth Sunday After Pentecost

Coffee Hour follows each Worship Service

   8:30 am - Sunday Worship

 10:00 am - Sunday Worship

 

Monday, June 27

 7:00 pm - Boy Scouts

Tuesday, June 28

  7:00 am - Daybreak Prayer Group - Please note new time.

Wednesday, June 29

  9:00 am - TOPS

 Thursday, June 30

11:30 am - Prayer Group

  6:00 pm - FIA Group

 Friday, July 1

 

 Saturday, July 2

 11:00 am - Wedding

 

Sunday, July 3 - Seventh Sunday After Pentecost-Holy Communion

Coffee Hour follows each Worship Service

   8:30 am - Sunday Worship

 10:00 am - Sunday Worship

 

 

 

 

Come march in the 4th of July Parade (actually on Sunday, the 3rd of July).  We have our truck, trailer, scenery, and now we just need YOU to walk or ride as part of our church Vacation Bible School float.  The line-up begins at the Junior High School at 4:15p.m..  You need to be there no later than 4:45 p.m..  The parade begins at 5:00.  Those walking will be passing out VBS flyers.  We ask that children come with a parent who will stay with them until the parade is over.  Kids will receive a cowboy hat to wear.  Adults are invited to wear their western wear too.  See Andrea Hillard or call her for more details.

 

 

Pennies for a Purpose: If you would like a container for our Pennies for a Purpose campaign, you may pick one up in the church narthex.

 

 

Volunteers Needed:  You can still volunteer to help serve the children and youth in our church.  Interest inserts are on the table in the church narthex.  Please place in the offering plate.  Thanks!

 

 

 

 

Sr. High Camp scholarships are available  through our District for any youth attending this year’s Senior High Camp at Lake Louise from July 24 - 30.  These are $275 scholarships!  Interested youth should speak with Pastor Ostema.

 

 

 

 

Youth camping opportunity. “For Pete’s Sake, the Crazy Adventures of Peter the Disciple!” at Lake Louise Middle School Camp from August 7-13 for those Entering Grades 7th through 9th.  Additional information is on the table in the Fellowship Hall.

 

 

 

 

Adopt-a-Highway Clean-Up: The second clean-up of the season will be held on Saturday, July 16 at 9:00 a.m..  Anyone over 12 is welcomed and invited to help pick-up the highway.  Questions or more information, see Paul Helton.

 

 

 

 

Urgent Need!  Pat McCormick is looking for persons to help him keep up with the weekly church lawn mowing responsibilities.  If you have a couple hours a week to help or would like to ask about the work, please speak with Pat McCormick.

 

 

 

 

Naomi Circle will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 21 for lunch at Lakeside Charlie’s.  Please call either Donna Welsh or Donna Slachter by July 17 for reservations.

 

Today’s Worship Ministry . . .

Liturgist:    8:30 - Gary Box

                10:00 - Laurie Kinney

Pianist: Virginia Pulford

Ushers/Greeters - 8:30:  Dave & Sally Bassett

Greeters- 10:00: Chris & Michelle Payne

Head Usher: Dee Piltz

Ushers: 10:00am- Don & Marie Rennie, Peggy Kirvan, Barb Wild

Acolytes: Chloe Ostema & Jessica Weaver

Nursery: Amy & Doug Gullekson

Sermontime: Clara Handy

Coffee Hour: Missions

Power Point: Bob Campbell

           

 

The Chancel Flowers on the Lord’s Table this morning are given by Wayne & Pat Lowell in memory of Jack & Becky Lowell and are given by Eva Barnes in memory of Jennie Thomsen.

           

 

Next Sunday, July 3, our Loose Plate Offering will go to the Appalachia Service Project (ASP.)  ASP is a grass roots ministry that repairs homes in America’s most destitute area.  ASP has a back to basics earthy style, as well as a desire to accept people how they are and where they are. 

 

ASP makes the most of every dollar or donation.  They give as much to their communities as humanly possible, operate with a very small paid staff and a generous amount of unpaid volunteers who desire to serve the Lord in helping others.  Opulence is not their style.  For additional information their web site is www.asphome.org. 

 

 

We also will be receiving non-perishable food products and paper products on July 3.

 

 

Craft Leader, Helen Quinn needs your stuff for Vacation Bible School.  Needed:  aluminum pie pans-new or used, bandanas (any color or age) & small Pringles or peanut cans.  Put your donations in the box by the VBS information area in the Fellowship Hall.