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Worship Celebration ~ 9:30 a.m. February 7, 2016
(Hearing Assist Available-see Ushers) “When you find yourself ‘living beyond your means,’
you will also likely find that you are ‘living beyond your meanings’!” — David Doppenberg
“Prayer of Saint Gregory” Alan Hovhaness
(responsively)
We remember, O God… The countless saints of history who have blazed a trail of courage through time,
We remember, O God… The tender touch of loved ones, the example of heroes, the healing words of comforters, the remarkable acts of fearless ones.
We remember, O God… The gentle strength of grandparents, the loyalty of friends, the kindness of strangers, the joy of children, the sacrifice of parents.
We remember, O God… The supreme love of Jesus, the blessing of his Spirit, the reminder of his words, the sharing of his suffering, the glory of his resurrection: shown forth in the lives of his disciples, young and old, dead and living, articulate and silent, strange and familiar, brilliant and ordinary.
We remember in every time and place the saints of God who have shown us the Lord.
Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses… let us worship God with joy! Amen.
“For All the Saints” (see PowerPoint for lyrics) v.1&2 all, v.3 men, v.4 choir, v.5&6 all
O Lord of hosts, we marvel at your faithfulness. You keep your promise to remain with us by your Holy Spirit. Help us to trust you in every difficulty. Empower us to share the good news of your abiding presence with our neighbors and friends. Accept our offerings, building up this community of faith so that we may serve others with the love of Jesus. We pray in his name. Amen.
David Doppenberg, Interim Senior Pastor, [email protected],
763-412-0931 mobile
Brooke Heerwald Steiner, Associate Pastor
John McBride, Associate Pastor
Joan Hartman, Director of Children & Family Ministries
Amy McGrew, Director of Youth Ministries
Peteria Cochran Routt, Director of Traditional Music
John Koziol, Director of Music
Matthew Goinz, Chancel Choir Director
Patricia Kytola, Director of Operations
Lauri Hopple, Administrative Assistant
Tom Leiser, Treasurer
Harry Jones, Financial Secretary
Ron Houde, Housekeeper
9:30am Worship ~ Nov. 6, 2016
Prayer at WBLUMC: One of the ways our church helps to nourish and support the hungers of life is through prayer. If you have a
special need or celebration that could use extra care, we invite you to partake in one of these prayer avenues. If your spirit has the
need to support others through prayer, we invite you to join in one of the teams.
The Prayer Team: If you would like to request a prayer of this team, please write it on a prayer request card, or contact Julie Jacot at
651-777-3728, [email protected]. The Email Prayer Chain accepts email requests via a call or email to a pastor or the email prayer chain
lead, Ronda Nelson, at [email protected]. The Phone Prayer Chain is organized through the UMW. Call Eva Shipley if you would
like to request a prayer at 651-429-3570.
The Messiah is among you October has tossed one leaf after another, bringing us to a celebration of All Saints Day. It is a season that marks grati-tude, servanthood and the people who are holy shards of light. We look to see the glimmer of God somewhere near, pulling us toward and into abundant life. We might sense it in trusting eyes, the extension of a stranger or within the traditions of worship. We bear a gratefulness for thoughtful souls who prop us up, helping us realize our inner strength and point us toward the goodness that our Maker envisions. Such encouragers hold a holy mirror that reflects the truer you and the ‘resurrections’ of your life. These encouragers are the voices with whom you seek to celebrate the bright-ness and who lift you up when the day inches in dimness.
There is story of a distant monastery with cobbled stone construction draped in trailing ivy. People would make their way to the monastery, no matter the distance, to be nestled into its cozy interior and peaceful spirit. The monastery housed a family of monks — unrelated but who could not have been any more bound together. Visitors were nurtured in what only can be described as Holy warmth.
After a number of years, a drastic change akin to the fierce winter chill that stands up against autumn washed over the monastery. People are accustomed to sensing this kind of change. The monks had become dismal and petty and no longer held the holy light for one another. Of course this change was felt by those travelers who had made their way there. The rooms became vacant lonely spaces and visitors rarely traveled to the once placid residence.
This distressed the Abbot, and he poured out his concerns to a holy man and friend, Jeremiah. Jeremiah asked if he might offer a suggestion. “Please do,” responded the Abbot. “Anything you might offer.” Jeremiah whispered, “I sense the Messiah is among you.” Who could it be? The Abbot knew it wasn’t him, but who? Upon hearing Jeremiah’s thoughts, the Abbot raced back to the monastery and shared his exciting news with his fellow monks. The monks grew silent and intently searched one another’s faces. Each monk slowly realized it had been the dimming of the Messi-ah’s presence that had caused them to lose their way.
From that day on the mood in the monastery changed. Joseph and Ivan started talking again, neither wanting to be guilty of slighting the Messiah. Pierre and Naibu left behind their frosty anger and sought out each other’s forgiveness. The monks began serving each other, looking out for oppor-tunities to assist and encourage, seeking healing and for-giveness where offence had once lived.
One traveler after another found their way back to the mon-astery as the word spread about the remarkable spirit that had returned. People again found themselves renewed and transformed within its walls. The monks remembered that the brightness of the Messiah’s light was among them. (Story adapted from Storiesforpreaching.com)
The encouragers in our presence are light-bearers that cer-tainly enrich our lives. Even more so, they focus shards of light toward our Creator so that we see more of ourselves in the light of God than in the shape of them. –JJ
After the message, students preschool through 8th grade may leave for Sunday school.
Dean H. Blomster, Carol Fuller, Arvid (Al) Morey, Gerald (Jerry) Mueller, Sharon Sechrist, Lorene Youngquist
We bless your holy name, O God, for all your servants who, having finished their course, now rest from their labors. Give us grace to follow the example of their steadfastness and faithfulness, to your honor and glory; through Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.
CANDLE LIGHTING MUSIC “Draw Me Close” Kelly Carpenter
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.
1 Peter 2:9 Reader: R.J. Sass “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness and into his marvelous light.”
Luke 6:21-31 “Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man. Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven; for that is what their ancestors did to the prophets.
“But woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation. Woe to you who are full now, for you will be hungry. Woe to you who are laughing now, for you will mourn and weep. Woe to you when all speak well of you, for that is what their ancestors did to the false prophets.
“But I say to you that listen: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt. Give to everyone who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again. Do to others as you would have them do to you.”
“Because of God’s Great Mercy: Blessings from Above” Pastor David Doppenberger
“I. Temuna” (A picture) Eric Whitacre From: Five Hebrew Love Songs Please take time now to fill out your green connection cards. After the prayer of dedication, you can place them in the offering plates as they are passed to you.
“O Sacred Feast” Music by Healy Willan Chancel Choir
“In the Garden” Arr. by Lori Line/Margaret Sabin For Clare: In remembrance of the life of Gene Herrick
Jubilation Bells with Sheryl Wennermark, flute
(unison)
Because the broken bread has meant our healing, because the outpoured cup has meant our life, because our common sharing has meant the communion of our souls, and because we have here been graced by your presence, God, we give you thanks and pray that our lives may be renewed in the life and the love of Jesus Christ. Amen.
“Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones” No. 90 v.1, 2, 4
“All Glory Be to God on High” Michael Burkhardt
The flowers on the altar are given this week by Tom and Ellen Fridinger to celebrate the 15th birthday of Caleb Fridinger. December poinsettias and cyclamen: Please fill out the order forms given to you by the ushers. Don’t delay! Orders are due Nov. 6 — that’s today!
Richard Clausen, trumpet
Sheryl Wennermark, flute
Jubilation Bells
Chancel Choir
Eric Bakke, sound technician
Scott Vipond, PowerPoint presenter
Sunday, Nov. 6 9:30am — Worship/Sunday school/nursery 10:30am — Coffee/tea, doughnuts, fellowship 10:30am — Individual prayer, prayer room 11:15am — Band-led worship/nursery
Monday, Nov. 7 10am — Women’s Hang Loose Al-Anon, room 206 7-8pm — UMW Board meeting, room 206 7-8:30pm — Intersection of Faith and Politics, room 200
Tuesday, Nov. 8 2-3:30pm — Tuesdays at 2, room 200 6pm — YogaDevotion, fellowship hall 6:30pm — Trustees meeting, room 107 7-8pm — Worship Committee, library 7-8:30pm — Finance Committee, room 200
Wednesday, Nov. 9 9am-1pm — PEO women’s group, room 200 9:45-11:45am —Dorcas Circle, Keys Café 1-2:30pm — Parkinson’s support group, room 206 5:15pm — Jubilation Bells rehearsal 6:15pm — Alleluia Ringers rehearsal 6:30pm — Children and Youth activities 6:30pm — Confirmation class, room 109 7:30-9pm — Chancel choir rehearsal
Thursday, Nov. 10 7:10am — Men’s Breakfast Group, library 9am-3pm — The Gathering, room 200 10-11:30am — Memory Loss support group, library 10am — Pages of Wisdom, room 107
Saturday, Nov. 12 7:30am — Men’s Prayer Group, room 107 10am — Women’s Breakfast group, room 107
Sunday, Nov. 13 9:30am — Worship/Sunday school/nursery 10:30am — Coffee/tea, doughnuts, fellowship 10:30am — Individual prayer, prayer room 11:15am — Band-led worship/nursery
Community Thanksgiving service We are pleased to be the host congregation this year for the White Bear Lake area Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service. Join us 7-8pm Sunday, Nov. 20, for worship alongside other White Bear Lake congregations of faith. Refreshments will be served afterward. Contact Pastor Brooke with any questions.
Because of God’s Great Mercy A Stewardship Program for 2017
“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people.” – I Peter 2:9
God’s mercy comes to you in countless ways. Our Lord Jesus is chief among these. It is through the love and forgiveness that is ours in our Lord Jesus that we can boldly claim to be God’s own people — not because of what we have done, but because of what God has done for us through his only Son.
God’s mercy also comes to you in many other ways. Among these are the material possessions you enjoy. They are gifts from God, but more than this, they are entrusted to you by God. The Bible teaches us that everything belongs to God. To be a
steward is to be entrusted to care for some of what God owns in this world. That steward is you, entrusted to care for all that God has placed in your hands.
Because of God’s great mercy, we marvel at all we have received. Because of God’s great mercy, we think about how we will respond.
COMING NEXT:
Nov. 13 — Because of God’s Great Mercy: Blessings for New Life
Nov. 20 — Commitment Sunday
Adult faith offerings for Advent Save the dates for two class series to help mark the coming Advent season.
“The Uncluttered Heart,” by Beth Richardson, discussion and devotion between services, 10:40-11:10am Sunday Nov. 27 and Dec. 4, 11 and 18.
“The First Christmas,” by Marcus Borg, discussion led by Pastor John McBride 7-8:30pm on Tuesday Nov. 29 and Dec. 6, 13, 20
More details coming! Contact Lori McBride at [email protected] with questions or to sign up.
Nourishing the Hungers of Life Once a month you can address hunger by ordering bread baked in our Community Bread Oven. Proceeds benefit service organizations in our community. Next event: Dec. 3
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CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Sunday: 9am to 12pm Monday: 9am to 3pm Tuesday: 9am to 3pm Wednesday: 9am to 3pm Thursday: 9am to 3pm Friday: 9am to 12pm Saturday: CLOSED
Submit all information for the weekly bulletin to the office by 10am Tuesdays.
To receive our weekly email update, call 651-429-9026 or email [email protected].
Please submit church-related events or announcements by 3pm Wednesdays.
Tuesdays at 2 Join us 2-3:30pm on Tuesdays through Nov. 15 to read and discuss “Being Mortal” by Atul Gawande.
Surgeon Atul Gawande felt that modern medi-cine, while amazing at some things, didn’t ac-complish what we hoped it would when it
came to aging and death. His book explores the limitations and failures of medicine. He also discusses how we can do better as a society — how we can have the hard conversa-tions about what really matters to us in our life and in our death. We’ll watch part of the
PBS documentary done with Gawande and dis-cuss personal stories along with discussion of the book. Contact Pastor Brooke to sign up, [email protected]
Pre-planning your funeral 7pm Thursday, Nov. 17
All are invited to attend a presentation by Jessica L. Stern, a funeral director and pre-planning specialist, from Mueller Memorial Funeral Home in White Bear Lake. She will be sharing the benefits of pre-planning a funeral and what things to consider for your own fu-neral. Pastor Brooke will also contribute as to the church’s part in pre-planning a funeral and what options there are in including the church as a part of it. This BeFriender’s presentation coordinates with the Tuesday’s at 2 book study featuring “Being Mortal” by Atul Awande. You do not need to be part of either group to attend. To attend, sign up on the sheet in the narthex or contact Roberta Schmidt, 651-653-0067, or Barb Hinz, 651-777-0465.
Next week! Country Rock Sunday
Has a secular song ever spoken to you and made you feel like you’ve just witnessed something holy? Explore with us the everyday mashup of the sacred and the secular.
YEP, THIS IS CHURCH.
Don’t miss country rock band Hitchville at the 11:15am service on Sunday, Nov. 13, performing inspirational music and lyrics.
All are welcome at this free community event, keep spreading the word!
Volunteer grocery shoppers needed Store To Door provides grocery deliveries to seniors and disabled individuals in the Twin Cities who struggle to get food and essentials into the home. We need volunteers to help fill grocery orders from 6-10am weekly or twice a month in Maplewood. Wednesday-Thursday have the highest need but other weekdays are available. We can accommodate snowbirds, vacations, etc.
If you’re interested in volunteering or know someone who needs help, call 651-642-1892, email [email protected] or visit www.storetodoor.org
Parkinson’s support group Nov. 9 This new group is a resource for those with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month, 1-2:30pm, in room 206. Contact Carolyn Cuthill, 651-762-6510 with questions.
Next book club Nov. 28 November’s selection is “Ghettoside: A True Story of Murder in America” by Jill Leovy. All are wel-come to read and join the discussion in the library on Monday, Nov. 28, 7-8:30pm.
Faith & Politics: Extended one week! After skipping Halloween, we’ll add one more session, wrapping up this series on Nov. 14.
Topics include: Overview of social principles and social creed; basic freedom and human rights; political responsibility; church and state relations; education and health care; civil obedience/disobedience; criminal and restorative justice. We’ll have some special guest speakers as well!
We meet Mondays 7-8:30pm through Nov. 14, with Pastor John and Lori McBride; contact Lori at [email protected] with questions.
