5th Sunday after Pentecost/ Kingdomtide
June 19, 2016
The practice of silence gives strength.
Prelude Music A time of silent meditation
*Congregation please stand if able
* The Call to Worship Psalm 42: 1-6a Pg. 777
* Hymn Rise Up, O Men of God No. 576
* Entrance of the Light of Christ
Joy and Prayer Concerns
(Please sign attendance pads located at the end of pew)
Unison Prayer
Come to us in silence and word, O God. Speak to our hearts, that we may hear and respond. Soothe our souls, that we may rest and renew. Strengthen our spirits, that we may grow in faith and courage. In Christ’s name, we pray. Amen
Morning Prayer – Pastoral Prayer - Lord’s Prayer
Choral Prayer Response Seek Ye First No. 405
Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness,
And all these things shall be given unto you.
Allelu, Alleluia!
Children’s Message Mr. Willie Lass
The Offering of Our Gifts
Offertory
* Doxology (No. 95), Blessing
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
* Hymn Sweet Hour of Prayer No. 496
Scripture I Kings 10: 1-15a
Message “Seeking The Sound of Silence” Rev. Evans C. Bentley
* Hymn Open My Eyes, That I May See No. 454
The Light of Christ Leads Us Into the World
Benediction
* Congregational Response Let There Be Peace on Earth
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.
St. Paul’s Staff
Pastor: Evans C. Bentley
Office Manager: Susan Paterson
Director of Music: John C. Tyner
Organist: Inger Oswald
Director of Children’s Choirs: John Fedosky
Christian Education Director: Alisha Cooley
Youth Leaders: Jon Oswald & Kelly Vergowven
Liturgist: Judie Wiseman
Acolytes: Evelyn Short & Sophia Short
Greeters: Duane & Mary Anne Bair
Ushers: Youth Group
Worship attendance last Sunday – 181
Budget Information:
Expenditures: $ 154,578
Income 135,882
Endowment Income and
2015 Carryover used: 18,696
Announcements
Please keep in your prayers for healing this week: Luella Edwards who has pancreatic cancer and Cinda Doubler is having surgery on Wednesday at Toledo Hospital.
The Chancel flowers are given:
In celebration of Jenna Balk’s 7th birthday.
In honor of Lisa Byers’ birthday given from George and Jannet Low.
Childcare is provided for children, 5 years old and younger, during worship services. The service is provided in the nursery located on the main level. Children are not allowed to wander the church unsupervised during worship services. Children benefit from participating in worship with their families and seeing others pray, praise God, and hear the Bible lessons. Thank you for your kind attention.
Walk To Emmaus… Luke 24:15 “While they were walking and discussing, Jesus himself came near and walked with them.” The Walk to Emmaus is a three day journey of Christian spiritual renewal and formation. You will enjoy three days of singing, learning, laughing, worshiping, reflecting, praying and participating in small groups. The Walk to Emmaus will be held here at St. Paul’s UMC; Men’s Walk #175, October 20-23 and the Women’s Walk #176, October 27-30. For more information, please see Paula Vergowven or Pastor Evans Bentley.
The Philadelphia House is a men’s shelter here in Monroe (right next to St. Paul’s) that allows men to live there up to 90 days. Over the summer, St. Paul’s will be collecting the following items for this worthy cause: toilet paper, paper towels, laundry soap, coffee, and hygiene products such as shampoo, bar soap, deodorant, and disposable razors. Please put these items in the bin in the fellowship hall. Thank you.
United Methodist Ministries Camp Retreat flyers are on the bulletin board! Go to website: www.umcamping.org for more information. See Alisha Cooley or student Camp Scholarship details.
There is a Summer Social sign-up sheet posted on the atrium bulletin board. Families, Friends or Groups are encouraged to participate.
Mark your calendar…Cave Quest Vacation Bible school will be Monday, June 27 thru Friday, July 1st from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Registration forms can be picked up in fellowship hall or online at the website: www.stpaulsumcmonroe.org.
Volunteers Wanted! For Vacation Bible school themed Cave Quest. Station leaders and crew leaders (children guides) wanted. Donations are also needed. Volunteer sign up can e found on the atrium bulletin board or contact Alisha Cooley at or 242-3000.
This Week at St. Paul’s
Sunday, June 19, 2016
9:30 a.m. – Worship
10:30 a.m. – Social in fellowship hall
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
6:00 p.m. – Community Dinner
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
7:00 a.m. – UMYF Noah Mission Project
Thursday, June 23, 2016
10:00 a.m. – Sounds of Joy Community Choir
Sunday, June 26, 2016
9:30 a.m. – Worship
10:30 a.m. – Social in fellowship hall