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In the name of Christ WELCOME!
Although you may be a stranger to us, you are no stranger to God,
who knows you and loves you, and whose heart is glad at your presence here.
We sincerely hope this time of worship will bless your life.
As you are able, please stand for acts of worship indicated by an asterisk (*).
UMH indicates The United Methodist Hymnal (red book in pew rack)
TFWS indicates The Faith We Sing (thin black book in pew rack)
Help us sustain God’s creation by placing used worship bulletins
in the basket on the credenza in the back of the sanctuary for recycling.
The Queen St. sanctuary doors will be unlocked by 9:30 am each Sunday
morning. Thank you for your patience!
First United Methodist Church of Hampton 110 E Queen St Hampton VA 23669 (757) 723-6577
October 21, 2018 10:00 a.m.
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LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRELUDE
*INTROIT Praise the Lord The Chancel Choir
*CALL TO WORSHIP (Responsively)
O Great Spirit, whose breath gives life to the world
and whose voice is heard in the soft breeze.
We need your strength and wisdom.
Cause us to walk in beauty.
Give us eyes ever to behold the red and purple sunset.
Make us wise so that we may understand
what you have taught us.
Come Holy Spirit, fall afresh upon us!
Empower us to be the very hands of Christ,
as we strive to be the Church you call us to be!
*HYMN Spirit of the Living God UMH 393 (2 X)
*OPENING PRAYER (In Unison)
We come today to celebrate the Laity of the Church. We are all called
to be in mission, as we spread the Good News of Jesus Christ in the
world! Let us not be concerned with what we perceive as our
limitations and put our fears to rest. God has given each one of us
special gifts! May we always strive to make God known to those
around us each day, even in the small things we do. May God
continue to amaze us each and every day! Amen.
GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 28:16-20 (NRSV)
16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which
Jesus had directed them. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him;
but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority
in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and
make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father
and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey
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everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you
always, to the end of the age.”
The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
GIVING OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY PRAYER (Responsively)
Lord, we bring before you these humble gifts. Continue to use them
and us in powerful ways to shape the world around us. Open our
hearts and eyes to all that we meet this week, so we can share the joy
and hope that you have placed in our hearts. Amen.
OFFERTORY
*PRESENTATION OF GIFTS
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!
*HYMN A Mighty Fortress Is Our God UMH 110
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles’ Creed UMH 881
COVENANT MOMENT Service Brenda Wright
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
SILENT AND MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER (In Unison)
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name.
Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power,
and the glory, forever. Amen.
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ANTHEM A Festive Call to Praise The Chancel Choir
SERMON What is your story? William Milholen
*CLOSING HYMN Breathe on Me, Breath of God UMH 420
*COMMISSIONING AND BLESSING
*POSTLUDE
We will celebrate All Saint’s Day on Sunday, November 4. As is the
tradition, we will read the names of our congregation members who
have claimed the Life Eternal. If you would like to have a name
added to our list, please fill out the form below and put it in the
offering plate (Please remember to write legibly!) or send an email to
[email protected] by Tuesday, October 30.
Please add ____________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
to the list of names read on All Saint’s Sunday.
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Stewardship Journey-Renewing Our Covenant
As we embark on our stewardship journey during October and
November, it is my prayer that we renew the covenant that we
pledged and the vows that we made when joining the United
Methodist Church, “that we will faithfully participate in the ministries of
the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our
witness.”
The “Covenant Moment” this week focuses on service. From “A
Disciple’s Path,” the fall study, “we are commissioned to use our gifts to
continue the servant ministry of Jesus.” Each of us has a role in serving.
We have been gifted by God, and we are needed in the ministry of our
church. How has God gifted you? How are you called to serve?
Please join me as we renew our covenant together with our prayers,
our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness.
Ann Gordon Evans
Stewardship Chairman
The Red Room will be open during our Candy
Cane Bazaar on November 17. We need some
Christmas items to sell. So, as you are getting out
your seasonal decorations in the coming weeks,
please consider donating items you no longer
need or want. A small insignificant item to you
may be just the item someone else is looking for!
Thanks so much for all the donations so far!!
Contact Brad Allsbrook with any questions!
Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, October 23 4:00 pm
Crouse Room
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Join our Yoga Classes! It's never too late to participate in our weekly
yoga classes. Fitness Yoga at 6:00 pm on Tuesdays and Gentle Yoga at
10:00 am on Thursdays. Class lasts for one hour and beginners are
always welcome. There's no judgement or pressure to do difficult poses,
so please don't be afraid to give it a try! Registration is not necessary;
just come to the Fellowship Hall with a yoga mat, bottle of water and
$5. A portion of the proceeds is donated to the church Family Movie
Night fund. Please join us and feel free to invite non-members as well!
Contact Holly Yaskowsky with any questions at [email protected] or 757-
303-1232.
Fall Study Change The class meeting
originally scheduled for
Wednesday, October 31
has been moved to
Tuesday, October 30,
after the evening
Yoga class.
My family and I would like to thank the church members for all your prayers, hugs, cards, food, and words of sympathy after the death of my brother, Karl. Your signs of love have been greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Erika Burkholder and the Arndt family
Saturday, October 6, was a great day for our church. The United
Methodist Men had a successful Brunswick Stew sale and several
of our United Methodist Women went to Gloucester to attend the
District UMW meeting. We were there to support and encourage
Sylvia Rumsey as she was installed as the York River District United
Methodist Women’s President for 2019! Congratulations Sylvia!
Please join us in praying for her success as she continues to serve
her congregations as well as the district!
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Reminders, Announcements,
and Other News
Sun Oct 21-Laity Sunday
8:30 am Fellowship (FH)
9:00 am Sunday School
10:00 am Worship (S)
Mon Oct 22
No scheduled activities
Tue Oct 23
4:00 pm Trustee Meeting (C)
6 :00 pm Fitness Yoga Class (FH)
Wed Oct 24
1:30 pm Congregational Care Comm (C)
7:00 pm Fall Study (FH)
Thu Oct 25
10:00 am Gentle Yoga (FH)
6:15 pm Bell Choir (CR)
7:15 pm Chancel Choir (S)
Fri Oct 26
Parking lot reserved for HPO
Sat Oct 27
Parking Lot reserved for HPO
9:00 am Basement cleaning
Sun Oct 21-Laity Sunday
8:30 am Fellowship (FH)
9:00 am Sunday School
10:00 am Worship (S)
10/21
Holly Yazkowsky
10/22
Lauren Lasker
Ron Rumsey
10/23
10/24
Marcel Jackson
10/25
Bob Kilgore
10/26
10/27
Lulu Barfoot
Sandy Clements
10/28
The Pastor and staff
wish everyone a happy
birthday and pray God’s
blessings upon you.
If your birthday is not listed or
listed incorrectly,
please accept our apologies
and let us know in the office
so we can correct our
records.
Thank you.
FH-Fellowship Hall HP-Happy People’s Class
CR –Choir Room S-Sanctuary
CFR-Craft Room Kit-Kitchen
C-Crouse Room P-Parlor
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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS
TODAY, SUNDAY, OCT 21
LITURGIST: Richard Slye
FINANCE: Bill Diggs
BUS DRIVER: Gary Bergtholdt
COUNTERS: Brad Allsbrook
JoAnn Walberg
WORSHIP ASSISTANTS
NEXT SUNDAY, OCT 28
LITURGIST: Meg Moore
FINANCE: Carol Gardner
BUS DRIVER: Sam Pollard
COUNTERS: Donna Robinson
Vince Mundie
Stewardship Corner – Oct 14
Attendance: Worship Total: 67 Sunday school: 42
Offering Received last week:
General Fund 4,881.00
Designated Funds 201.00
2018 Budget Status
Total Budget: $348,175
Date Offering
Need
each
week
Amt
Ovr/(Udr)
Given to
date
Needed to
date
Amt
Ovr/(Udr)
07-Oct 3,817.00 9,434.00 (5,617.00) 229,355.00 267,826.92 (38,471.92)
14-Oct 4,881.00 9,434.00 (4,553.00) 234,236.00 274,522.60 (40,286.60)
Chancel Flowers
The flowers on the chancel were given by Wayne & Ruth Nast
in honor and celebration of their 65th wedding anniversary!
Congratulations!
Next week: Jo & Ralph White
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Please remember in prayer those
from our congregation:
Lil’ Bit Brown
Nell Writtenberry
Jane Roberts
Robert Kilgore
Eleanor Woodward
Ed Kilgore
Allen Langford
Barbara Cubbage
Marty Baker
Candee Martin and family
Aggie Hogge
Lenny Yarrington
Robin Welch
Marianne Prentiss
Beth Nystrom
Tami Langford
Adam Shlyk
Ray Waldon
Earl Lawson
Is there someone for whom you
would like us to pray?
Please contact the church office.
Our friends and family in need of prayer:
Lyle (Wilson’s grandson);
Z’amir (Pastor Candee’s grandnephew);
Courtney (friend of Amanda Hooten);
Lenny (Carol Gardner's friend);
Mark McDaniel (friend of Milholen’s);
Clyde Castle;
Chad Sayers (Winnie Barnes’ grandson);
Jimmy Parker (friend of Carol Gardner);
Deborah Hudson (friend of Vince Mundie);
Gerald E. Burks (friend of Vince Mundie);
Nicholson family (friends of Gladys);
Maddie Davis (student at Armstrong);
Howard family;
Sonya (friend of Gladys);
Beverly Geer (Kristen Milholen’s mom);
Bill Milholen (William Milholen’s father);
Vernon Kruger (friend of the Rumsey’s);
Marguerite (friend of Kristen Milholen);
Tim (friend of the Milholen’s)
Carol Gardner’s mother;
Ralph White’s sister;
Dick Baughan (friend of Vince Mundie);
Patsy G. Maney (friend of Vince Mundie);
Linda Lowry (Linda Marushi’s cousin);
Deidre Sharp (friend of Ruth Koutiche);
Nancey (friend of Jane Miller)
Earl Gibson (friend of Buddy Marushi)
Aunt Carrie (Bernice Wiggins’ aunt)
Rami Hanna (Hannah Kourtiche’s fiancé
Betty Goodson (former pastor’s wife)
Peggy McClean (friend of Linda Minetree
Aaron 'Bird' Martin (friend of Rich Foley)
Family of Roger Phelps (friends of Tricia
Waldon)
And many others…
Kim Goodson Clary
1002 High Street
South Hill, VA 29370
443-447-4959
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Communicating in tough times
As Hurricane Michael was devastating Florida’s Panhandle, a colleague received an
obviously prescheduled email promoting a last-minute Panama City Beach vacation
deal. Whether it’s a natural disaster, political crisis or other tragedy, communications
matter before, during and after the event. An ill-considered or ill-timed response could
not only be dangerous, but also costly in terms of reputation.
Review all automatic and scheduled posts on the horizon. Moments of tragedy
change your audience’s perspective on your posts. Whether it’s posting a devotional
about Noah after a flooding event or sharing The United Methodist Church’s stance
on science after a politician demeans scientists, when you say things can be as
important as what you are saying. Whether you’re scheduling social media updates
in advance via Hootsuite or using another service like Buffer, looking through what’s
scheduled to post is important. Take a moment to read over the upcoming posts
through the lens of what’s happened in the news. Some posts may merely need a
new title while others are best rescheduled.
Post a prayer, using imagery. Whatever has happened, our first response as people of
faith should be to pray. Posting a prayer from a church account will remind people
that we can reach out to God at any time. A picture is worth a 1,000 words. Using an
image (a candle, praying hands) with a call to prayer using Adobe Spark or other
apps helps bring the right attention and reverence to your post. Look for prayers for
difficult times in the Book of Worship.
Offer a tangible response. Once the tragedy has had a little time to breathe, it’s time
to move your people to practical action. For that, foster connections you have within
your community to be involved in the solution. Of course, the specific response
depends on the tragedy, but The United Methodist Church has many groups that will
already be on the ground helping. In the case of natural disaster, the United Methodist
Committee on Relief is a trusted relief organization, with 100% donations funneled
directly to the affected areas.
Plan a relevant message for your next worship service/ This is quite possibly the most
delicate of all the communication options we’ve discussed so far. Each person walks
into your church with a slightly different perspective, fueled perhaps by varying news
consumption. What you say will be heard through many filters, but it’s important that
these things are addressed. In the age of social media, anything said from the pulpit
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can be immediately shared with the world. With that in mind, take a moment to
process your response in worship.
Overall Orientation: Be knowledgeable about what has happened and consider what
your community needs most. Are they grieving and need someone to mourn with
them? Are they angry and need help channeling that into advocacy/action?
~ United Methodist Communications
All God’s Children Camp 2019 dates announced ~ The 2019 dates for All God’s
Children Camp are here. Please check them out below and then pray about
becoming one of the 90 mentors we will need to make this summer possible. After
that, download the mentor application on the conference website at
www.vaumc.org/AGC and completely fill it out and send it to the address on the
application form. If you have any questions please contact Lori Smith at 571-245-9591
June 16-21 @ Camp Chanco on the James (Richmond area)
July 28-August 2 @ Occohannock on the Bay (Eastern Shore area)
August 11-16 @Camp Chanco on the James (Richmond area)
Five Talent Academy coming soon ~ Register now for the 5 Talent Academy event
“Influence: Worship 2018.” Event takes place on Oct. 30, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It
will be hosted live from Floris UMC in Herndon and will be livestreamed to 12 locations.
For more information visit www.vaumc.org/5Talent or contact the Center for
Congregational Excellence at 804-521-1100.
Register for conference youth retreats ~ Register now for retreats offered through the
conference Next Generation Ministries office. Deadline for Middle School retreat is
Nov. 1 and will be held from Nov. 9-11 at Eagle Eyrie Retreat Center in Lynchburg, Va.
High School Retreat deadline is Nov. 20 and will be held from Nov. 30- Dec. 2. Middle
School retreat cost is $135 if you register before Oct. 14, $145 thereafter. High school
retreat cost is $135 if you register before Nov. 1, $145 thereafter. This year’s theme,
based on Ephesians 3:19, is “Extra. Ordinary. Love.” The Rev. Joe Varner, pastor of
Thalia United Methodist Church in Virginia Beach, will be the speaker for this year’s
retreats. Additional information and links for registration are on the conference
website. (www.vaumc.org)
Register for Wounded Hearts, Healing Love retreat ~ Separated? Divorced? Widowed?
Stressing about the holidays? Need spiritual renewal? Then join us for our annual
Wounded Hearts, Healing Love Retreat Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 2018 at Overlook Retreat in
Keezletown, VA. This is not a matchmaking event, but rather a time to gain a Christ-
centered perspective on your future. Cost is $105. Know someone who needs to
attend? Consider sponsoring them. To register or for more information call 540-269-
2267 or email [email protected].
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Visitor Center How to Reach Us
TO REACH THE REST ROOMS OR THE NURSERY:
Enter through the canopied entrance on the
side of the building. Rest rooms are down the
hall to the left. The Nursery is up the steps
and down the hall to the right. Greeters and
ushers are available to guide you.
REGISTRATION PADS are located in each
pew near the center aisle. Please use these
to record your presence, and to pass along
information for the pastor or the church
office.
PRAYER REQUEST CARDS are available in the
pews and in the foyer atop the Prayer Box.
Deposit them in the box or drop them in the
offering plates.
WE PRACTICE “OPEN” COMMUNION. We
celebrate Holy Communion on the first
Sunday of each month, and at other special
times. All are welcome at the table of the
Lord, regardless of church membership, age,
or feelings of worthiness. If you wish to come
into relationship with Christ, deepen or renew
that relationship, there is a place for you
here.
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT BECOMING A
MEMBER OF FIRST UMC, please indicate so on
the registration pad, or contact the pastor.
OUR SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE:
FELLOWSHIP 8:30 AM
SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:00 AM
WORSHIP: 10:00 AM
There is a place for you and your family on
Sunday mornings here at First UMC
Hampton
Office
757.723.6577
Pastor
Rev. Candee Martin
Office Manager/Finance
Laura Harris
Director of Music Ministries
Dean Shinn
Nursery Director
Jenny Hamm
