United Methodist Church of Cadillac

1020 East Division Street  · Cadillac, Michigan

775-5362  ·  Fax 775-6475

 

May 20, 2007  · Seventh Sunday of Easter

Ascension Sunday

Sunday Worship at 11:00 a.m.

 

 

 

THE GATHERING TO WORSHIP

 

PRELUDE

 

BRINGING IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST

 

WELCOME AND PARISH NOTES

 

    *GATHERING WORDS

One:    The world rejoices!

All:       The glory of God shines in the morning sunrise

            and sings with the dawn chorus.

One:    The world rejoices!

All:       The influence of Jesus Christ is abroad, as the sick are healed and the downtrodden feel new confidence.

One:    The world rejoices!

All:       The Holy Spirit goes to work; those who have suffered loss receive hope; the doubting know faith.

One:    The world rejoices!

All:       And we who are citizens of the world,

            join the song of joy.  Amen.

 

    *HYMN OF PRAISE                                                                       #126

            “Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above”

           

    *SHARING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

 

SECRET SAINT RECOGNITION - WELCOMING THE STUDENTS

            Deborah Janway

 

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 Song.

 

PRAYER HYMN                                                                                 #349

            “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus”  Sing Twice

 

UNISON PRAYER

We come seeing a presence that shakes foundations and helps us build new ones.  We come with all our wounds, asking for healing.  We come, remembering our baptism and wanting to claim the difference that makes in our lives.  We come through the shadowy clouds of our unbelief, seeking the brightness of your glory.  O God, we want a faith to sustain us through times of trial and testing.  Be powerfully present with us, gracious Lord.  Amen.

 

PRAYER OF THE PEOPLE                           THE LORD’S PRAYER #895

 

            THE READING AND PROCLAIMING OF THE WORD

 

CHORAL ANTHEM                                 Chancel Choir and Congregation

            “Crowned With Praise”   Arr. Marty Parks

Please join in singing as directed by Ann Hunt

All hail the power of Jesus' name!  Let angels prostrate fall;

Let angels prostrate fall.

Bring forth the royal diadem, and crown — Him,

Crown Him, crown Him, crown Him,

And crown — Him, Lord — of all.

And crown — Him,

Crown Him, crown Him, crown Him,

And crown — Him, Lord of all!

 

TIME WITH THE CHILDREN

 

SCRIPTURE READING                                                          N.T. pg. 136

            Acts 16:16-34

 

 

MESSAGE                                                                  Pastor Dale Ostema

“The Paul Principle”

 

            RESPONDING TO THE WORD

 

 

OFFERING INVITATION

 

OFFERING OF OURSELVES AND OUR GIFTS

 

ORGAN OFFERTORY                                                                                 

 

    *DOXOLOGY                                                                Tune: Old 100th

Praise God for this great gift of life,

In Christ is ended death and strife,

We praise the Spirit for this day;

And seek to follow Christ’s true way.  Amen.

 

    *PRAYER OF CONSECRATION  (in unison)

Loving God, we praise you for linking our lives with yours through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord. We offer these gifts as signs of our gratitude and our commitment to make your name known, and Christ’s love visible through our worship, witness and service. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

            THE SCATTERING TO SERVE

 

    *HYMN OF DEDICATION                                                              #377

            “It is Well With My Soul”

 

    *COMMISSION AND BLESSING                                                               

 

       *POSTLUDE

           

 

*All who are able, please stand.

 

 

           

 

 

 

 

 

Mercy Hospice Annual Candlelight Memorial Service, fellowship and dinner: A time of reflection and remembrance will be held here at United Methodist Church of Cadillac on Tuesday, May 22.  The memorial service is intended to celebrate and honor the lives of those who have impacted our lives so deeply.  Please RSVP to Bradley Center at 779-9550.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Volunteer Ministry, May 27

Acolyte: 8:30 a.m. - Amanda Anderson

           11:00 a.m. - Drew Marion & Lucas Marion

 Nursery: Greg & Kathy Green

Sermontime: Dee Williams

Coffee Hour: Missions Committee

 

 

 

CHURCH STAFF

Pastor                                                                                    Dale Ostema

Parish Assistant                                                                      Judy Coffey

Church Office Manager                                                     Patty Anderson

Treasurer                                                                              Karen Klinker

Director of Youth Ministries                                                    Debbie Pant

Chancel Choir Director                                                                Ann Hunt

Choir Accompanist                                                         Suzanne Johnson

Bell Choir Director                                                              Tonja Hinkston

Organists                                                          Virginia Pulford, Ann Hunt

Pianist                                                                               Darlene Ressler

Nursery Care Giver                                                          Darlene Ressler

First Sunday Nursery Care Giver                                 Diana Van Antwerp

Custodial Staff                                        Dee Brinks and NOC Work Crew

 

 

Opportunities for Ministry This Week . . .

Sunday, May 20 - Seventh Sunday of Easter - Secret Saint Sunday

Coffee Hour Follows Each Worship Service

 8:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship with Holy Baptism

 9:30 a.m. - Church School

11:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship - Secret Saint Celebration

 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - JD & Sr. High Meet @ Church

 

Monday, May 21

 7:00 p.m. - Boy Scouts

Tuesday, May 22

 7 :15 a.m. - Prayer Group

 3:30 p.m. - Staff Meeting

 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Mercy Hospice Memorial Service

Wednesday, May 23                                                                                 

 11:00 a.m. - Friendship Chain

 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Group

 7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir

Thursday, May 24

 7:00 a.m. - Promise Keepers

11:00 a.m. - Prayer Group

 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Patriot Choir Practice (Corbin Room)

 6:30 p.m. - FIA Group (Educational Wing)

 6:00 p.m. - United Methodist Men

Friday, May 25

 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Yard Sale & Flower Pick-up

Saturday, May 26                                                                                                                    

 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon - Yard Sale & Flower Pick-up

 

Sunday, May 27 - The Day of Pentecost

Coffee Hour Follows Each Worship Service

 8:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship

 9:30 a.m. - Church School

11:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship

 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Sr. High Meet @ Church

 

You may pick up your ordered potted flowers and flats of flowers during the Church Rummage Sale May 25 & May 26. 

Additional flowers have been ordered and will be available

if anyone wants some that did not place an order.

 

United Methodist Men will meet at the church Thursday, May 24 at 6:00 p.m.  Following our normal outstanding Potluck (bring a dish to pass), a short business meeting and devotional, we will be viewing a video titled “America’s Godly Heritage” by Wallbuilders Press.  This presentation shows us where we have been as a country and where we could be headed.  Jerry Seward and Clark Sill are hosts.  Bring a friend and join us.

 

 

An all Church Yard Sale will be held on Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26.  Items for the sale are needed; remember we cannot use items that are broken or soiled.  Any items not sold at the Yard Sale will be donated to the Salvation Army.  Proceeds from the Yard Sale and Flower Sale will go to fund the Youth participation at UnityFest Christian Concert and a local mission event.  In addition, we need your help setting up on the days of the Sale.  A sign-up sheet will be available in the Fellowship Hall following both worship services.  See Shelley to sign up for your time to help.  Thanks so much!

 

 

A new Prayer Group, under the leadership of Bedonna Davis, is meeting on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.  Anyone who wishes to join others in a time of concentrated prayer is invited to attend.  The group meets in the Wesley Room.

 

 

Boy Scout Troop 125 will once again be retiring flags on Memorial Day at 7:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Bring your old flags to the Church; a box is available in the Fellowship Hall.

 

 

The American Cancer Society will be hosting the Relay for Life fund-raiser at the Memorial Stadium in Cadillac on June 22 and 23. If you are a cancer survivor, you are cordially invited to walk in the Special Survivor Laps and to attend the Survivor Receptions on both days. Registration forms which provide details about the event are located on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Call Barb Tatarchuk (survivorship chairperson) for additional information or to have a form sent to you.

 

 

Summer Camp 2007— Registrations are still being received for Summer Church Camp.   Have questions or need registration forms, see or call Marian Fuller.

Today’s Worship Ministry . . .

Liturgists: 8:30 - Bedonna Davis                            11:00 - Jane Wightman

Organist/Pianist - Ann Hunt

 8:30 Greeters/Ushers: Pete & Mary Buehler

11:00 Greeters/Ushers:  Judy Murdoch, Donna Welsh, Joyce Cinco,

            Scott & Lisa Kassuba and Steve & Lisa Myers

Acolyte:  8:30 a.m. - Amanda Anderson

            11:00 a.m. - Ethan Myers & Conner Kassuba

Nursery: Doug & Amy Gullekson

Sermontime: Diana VanAntwerp

Coffee Hour: Higher Education

Power Point: Create & 8:30  - Chris Huckle

          11:00 - Jackie Soltman

 

The Flowers on the Lord’s Table today are given in memory of Arden and in honor of my family by Ruth Peterson and in memory of Bob Lamphere by Jeanne Lamphere and family.

 

 

A Celebration of Ministry & Farewell Brunch will be held for Pastor Dale and his family on Sunday, June 17 during both worship services and at a Brunch immediately following the 10:00 worship service.  A box is available in Fellowship Hall for your notes and photographs for Pastor Dale & his family; we need them as soon as possible.  See the insert & make your reservations today.

 

Next Sunday is Pentecost - when we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit and the birthday of the Church.  Plan to wear something RED to worship - a shirt, scarf, tie, blouse, top, sweater.

 

Equal Exchange Coffee (decaf and regular) & Tea will be available for sale today  immediately following both worship services.

 

Attention All Gardeners!!  It’s time to sign up to take care of the Peace Garden this summer.  If you can spare one or two hours some week this June, July or August, see Mary Buehler after the early service today or next Sunday or call her.

 

You may also order luminaries for $10 each if you would like to honor someone who has battled cancer in the past or someone who is presently involved in the struggle.  The luminaries are placed around the track during the 24 hour event and not only remind us of loved ones who have had cancer, but also offer hope for the future.