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United Methodist Church of Cadillac 1020 East Division Street • Cadillac, Michigan 775-5362 • Fax 775-6475
April 13, 2008 • Fourth Sunday of Easter 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:.....We recognize the voice of The Good Shepherd who walks with us and talks with us. Many:...We recognize the voice of The Good Shepherd who is the guardian of our souls. One:.....We recognize the voice of The Good Shepherd who leads us in the path of righteousness. Many:...We recognize the voice of The Good Shepherd who picks us up from the squalor, brushes us off, bids us to straighten up and fly right! One:.....We recognize the voice of The Good Shepherd who has made it possible for us to have it all, even when the world thinks we have nothing. All:......On this day, we come to give thanks for the Good Shepherd and worship the God who leads us and guides us each day. Amen.
*HYMN OF PRAISE ...............................................................................................#381 “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us”
*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 ......................................................................................................#347 “Spirit Song”
UNISON PRAYER Sheep Amen.
PRAYER OF THE PEOPLE
THE LORD’S PRAYER.............................................................................................#895
THE READING AND PROCLAIMING OF THE WORD
CHORAL ANTHEM....................................................................................Chancel Choir “I Will Follow” Arr. Douglas Wagner
TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN
SCRIPTURE READING..................................................................................NT pg.103 John 10:1-21
MESSAGE......................................................................................Rev. Thomas E. Ball “Members Of Jesus’ Flock”
RESPONDING TO THE WORD
OFFERING OF OURSELVES AND OUR GIFTS
ORGAN OFFERTORY
*EASTER 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 GIVING THANKS (in unison) God of abundance, you lead us into green pastures and protect us from evil. Our cup overflows with your blessings. In gratitude, we offer you all we have, knowing that you are the source of all good gifts. Take our gifts, take our service, take our very lives and use them, that others might know the goodness and mercy you offer so freely. Amen.
THE SCATTERING TO SERVE IN THE WORLD
*CLOSING HYMN.................................................................................................#128 “He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought”
*BENEDICTION AND BLESSING
*POSTLUDE
*All who are able, please stand.
"Learning to Love to Pray” seminar: Cadillac Christian Reformed Church is hosting a "Learning to Love to Pray" seminar on Saturday, April 19. This is a six hour time of prayer, teaching and worship to recharge your prayer life, become more aware of God's presence, and pray more powerfully. Breakfast and lunch will be served. For more information, call CCRC at 775-5291.
Opportunities for Ministry This Week . . . Sunday, April 13 - Fourth Sunday of Easter Coffee Hour follows each worship service 8:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 9:30 a.m. - Blood Pressure Clinic by our Parish Nurses 11:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship 4:00 p.m. - Confirmation Class resumes 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. - Senior High Youth meet
Tuesday, April 15 7:15 a.m. - Prayer Group 11:30 a.m. - Dorcas Circle @ Eldorado 2:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. - Girl Scout Cookie sorting in Fellowship Hall 7:00 p.m. - Trustees Wednesday, April 16 7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday, April 17 7:00 a.m. - Promise Keepers 10:00 a.m. - Susannah Wesley Circle 7:00 p.m. - Worship Committee Saturday, April 19 11:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. - Baby Shower in Fellowship Hall
Sunday, April 20 - Fourth Sunday of Easter Coffee Hour follows both worship services 8:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 11:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship, Children Choir Sings 4:00 p.m. - Confirmation Class followed by Pizza Supper 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. - Senior High Youth meet
One of our Parish Nurses will be available in the Church Library this morning beginning at 9:30 a.m. to check your blood pressure or to answer any questions you may have regarding a health issue. You are invited to stop in.
For the next six weeks, Coffee Club Sunday School Class will be sharing in the DVD study series, The Prayers of Jesus. Each lesson stands alone, so join us for a few or all of them. We will watch the DVD and have some great discussion. Join us on the south side of the Fellowship Hall. Come share in the discussion!
Spring is finally here and we need your help to beautify our church grounds. Our Annual Spring Cleanup will be held Saturday, April 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., or a little after. A Hot Dog Lunch will be served. Many hands are needed to rake and sweep. Whatever time and energy you can donate for this group effort would be greatly appreciated. Hope to see you there!
The Chancel Choir will sing through the first Sunday in June. You are invited to join us for the “finale” of the singing season over these next few weeks. We have two brand new songs we will be doing in May. Join us for practice Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.
Some of our members in recent weeks have moved into care facility for some care and return to health; others are there for long term care. Presently, at Lakeview Lutheran Manor, Harriett Gaumer (414) Hazel Oyler (506) Harold Gekeler (619) and Nina Katschalin (522) Continuing at Curry House are Eloise Baker (110) and Irene Szymke (107) and at Green Acres, Carl T. Johnson and Virginia Linn. All of them would appreciate cards, notes, prayers and of course, visits.
The Board of Directors of Friendship Family Home invites you to a benefit dinner on April 26 at 6:00 p.m.. The catered dinner will be held at Northland Community Church in McBain complete with entertainment. Proceeds will be used to pay the ongoing expenses of the home. Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased by calling Ken or Gail Stahl at 825-2122.
Confirmation Sunday is April 27 with the Service of Confirmation at both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship service.
Today’s Worship Ministry . . . Liturgists: 8:30 - Laurie Kinney 11:00 - Jerry Seward Organist/Pianist - Virginia Pulford Acolyte: 8:30 a.m. - Amanda Anderson 11:00 a.m. - Drew and Lucas Marion Nursery: Greg & Kathy Green Sermontime: Diana VanAntwerp Coffee Hour: Missions/Church and Society Power Point: Create & 11:00 a.m. - Chris Huckle 8:30 a.m. - Jack Hinkston Greeters/ Ushers 8:30 - Pat Schroeder and Chester Wells Greeters 11:00 - Carolyn & Randy Mitchell Ushers 11:00 - Bill George, Barb Wild, Margaret Himes, Jackie Bailey and Paul Hilton
The flowers on the Lord’s table this morning are given by Diana VanAntwerp in honor of her birthday.
We have another opportunity to extend our Prayer Quilt Ministry this morning. We will be tying a quilt today as we pray for Evelyn Cummings, Mother of Kevin and Lynn and grandmother to Kelli. The quilt will be in the narthex area - stop by, tie a knot or two as you pray for Evelyn. Come, offer your prayers.
Hanging Baskets are available to order for Mother’s Day. The Youth will be available in the Fellowship Hall following each service today to take your orders. Begonias, geraniums, fushia, impatiens and petunias are available. Baskets cost only $14.50 each and will be available to pick up Friday, May 9 at the Mother Daughter Banquet, Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., or Sunday after church. You may also purchase flowering flats ($5.65 - $11.25), potted plants ($3.50) and potted vegetables ($1.50). These plants will be available for pick up during the church Rummage Sale May 15-17. You can choose from nineteen different flowers in a variety of colors as well as four vegetables. The Youth will be taking orders through Sunday, April 27. So don’t delay, place your order today! |