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ASHLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

A STEPHEN MINISTRY CONGREGATION

Joining Together on a Christian Journey of Love and Service

March 24, 2019

2600 Ashland Rd The Reverend Tresco E. Shannon, Pastor Office Hours: M-Thurs.: 8 am-3:30 pm Columbia, SC 29210 pastor@ashlandumc.org Telephone: 798-5350; Fax 798-6057 Phone Ext. 15

www.ashlandumc.org Worship services: The Path: 8:45AM Traditional: 11:00AM Sunday School: 9:45AM

Ryan Keith Karen Zobel Maria Anderson youth@ashlandumc.org Finance@ashlandumc.org Office@ashlandumc.org Phone Ext: 12 Phone Ext: 13 Phone Ext: 10

Jack Holladay Robert Neese pathmusic@ashlandumc.org music@ashlandumc.org Laura Siddons The Path, Ashland Youth Choir Traditional Worship Choir, Organist Pianist

Easter Sunday April 21st

The Path Worship Service at 8:45 am Sunday School at 9:45 am

Traditional Worship Service at 11:00 am

Palm Sunday Congregational Brunch Sunday, April 14th, 9:45 am, Ashland Hall

“A time to gather, a time to meet,

a time to socialize, a time to eat. Bring your family, a friend, a dish to share,

spread your love, your friendship and some care. We’ll visit for an hour, but we will not tarry,

before we celebrate Palm Sunday in the Sanctuary.”

“The Weeping Tree” Choir Cantata with Instrumentalists

Sunday, April 14th, One Worship Service 11 am, Sanctuary

Invite your family and friends.

Maundy Thursday Service April 18th, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary

Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 20th, 10:30 am Ages 2 yrs. – Fifth Grade

Crafts, Sweet Treats & Hunting

Ashland United Methodist Church An Order for the Worship of God

Third Sunday in Lent March 24, 2019 11:00 A.M. The Chiming of the Hour

The chiming of the hour is a call for us to shift from conversation to silence, as we prepare our hearts and minds to worship God.

Prelude “Andante religioso” Felix Mendelssohn The Lighting of Altar Candles Call to Worship “The Lord of Life, a Vine Is He” John Carter

*The Hymn of Praise “Nothing but the Blood” UMH p. 362

*Invocation The Prayer of Confession (to be prayed by all)

O God, our heavenly Father, we have sinned against thee and are not worthy to be called thy children. We have forsaken thy way, and walked in the light of our own eyes. We have not loved thee with our whole heart. We have not loved our neighbor as ourselves. We have not had the mind of Christ. We have grieved the Holy Spirit. We have been conformed to this world which passeth away. We have not endured as seeing him who Is invisible. Forgive us, we beseech thee, most merciful Father, and renew us again in the strength of thy grace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Prayer for Pardon and The Lord’s Prayer The Anthem “Gentle Voice” Lee Dengler Minister: O Lord, open thou our lips. People: And our mouths shall show forth thy praise. Minister: Praise ye the Lord. People: The Lord’s name be praised. *The Psalter “Psalm 63” UMH p. 788

(Join in singing the Response.)

*Affirmation of Faith “The Apostles’ Creed” UMH p. 881 *The Gloria Patri UMH p. 71 *The Gospel Lesson Luke 13: 1-5 The Call to Prayer Leader: The Lord be with you. People: And Also with you. Leader: Let us pray.

Welcome!

Please sign the friendship pad when it is passed to you and pass it to your neighbor.

The Lord’s Prayer 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.

The Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.

Doxology

Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Remember in Prayer Michael Higgins; Cheryl MClay;

Bill Turner; Claire Dickerson, Granddaughter of

Linda Dickerson

The Pastoral Prayer The Announcements The Offertory “Jesu, meine Freude” J. G. Walther

(“Jesus, My Friend”) Variations 1 and 4

*Doxology “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” UMH p. 95 *Hymn of Preparation “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” UMH p. 140 Sermon “Why Me?’ Rev. Tresco E. Shannon The Prayer of Christian Discipleship *The Hymn of Response “I Stand Amazed in the Presence” UMH p. 371 *The Extinguishing of the Altar Candles *The Benediction *Benediction Response “Just As I Am, Without One Plea” William Bradbury

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *All who are able, please stand. Please put your cell phones on vibrate when the service begins. Hearing devices are available from the sound technician.

A nursery is provided in the education wing for infants through 3 years old.

GIFT In memory of Iva Brown, aunt of Lou Wolfe, by Joye Rush

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE NT Pew Bible p. 76

Luke 13: 1-5 At that very time there were some present who told him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. He asked them, “Do you think that because these Galileans suffered in this way they were worse sinners than all other Galileans? No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish as they did. Or those eighteen who were killed when the tower of Siloam fell on them—do you think that they were worse offenders than all the others living in Jerusalem? No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish just as they did.”

Enhancing Worship Today Crucifer: Grant Gibson Acolytes: Jalin Gibson, Caden Leysath Altar Steward: Kaye Bradley Lay Reader: John Calore Welcome Center Advocates: Roger & Marilyn Gramling Greeters: Kaye Bradley, Carol DeNisi Valet Parker: Scott James Ushers: Frank Ward, Charlie Matthews, Bud Graczyk, Ben Dusenbury, Jimmy Smith

Opportunities to Serve & Learn

Wednesday Night Supper 6:00 pm – Ashland Hall

March 27th

: Walking Tacos Bar (An MYF Favorite), Chocolate Cake provided by Ashland MYF

Weekly reservations taken through red slips in the pew pockets; online: ashlandumc.org or by calling church office: 798-5350.

Reservations needed by Mondays at noon.

By Our Presence March 17, 2019 The Path: 64

Traditional: 115 TOTAL WORSHIP: 179 SS: 144

United Methodist Youth All 6

th - 12

th graders welcome!

Thoughts? Questions? Ideas? Want to join our email list? 803.798.5350 x 12 youth@ashlandumc.org

If you are interested in providing a meal for the youth, the following Sundays are available for Snack Supper:

4/7, 4/14, 4/28

Sunday, March 24 - Youth Choir @4:30; MYF @5:30 Friday, March 29 – 5

th Quarter

Sunday, March 31 - Youth Choir @4:30; MYF @5:30 - Deadline to sign up for retreat Sunday, April 7 - Youth Choir @4:30; MYF @5:30 Saturday, April 27 - Homeworks May 3-5 – Spring Retreat

Sr. and Jr. High Bible studies meet at 6:30 on Wednesdays in Ashland House. Join us at 6:00 for Wednesday Night Supper

($3 for students)

Sr. High Bible Study meets every Wednesday at 6:30 in Ashland House. Remember to bring your Bible.

Jr. High Bible Study meets every Wednesday at 6:30 in Ashland House. Remember to bring your Bible.

Ashland UMMen Meeting

Monday, April 1, 2019 Zorba’s, Seven Oaks Shopping Center, 6:30 pm.

Order dinner from the menu.

Ashland UMMen Vidalia Onion Sale

_____ 10 lb. bag @ $11.00 _____ 5 lb. bag @ $6.00 Name______________________________________ Delivery around May 1st.

Bible Study Rev. Shannon’s bible study on the Book of Acts continues on Wednesdays, 6:45 pm, #125.

YTD Amount Rec'd +/- Actual Expenses 40,378.89

Palm Trees/Easter Lilies Order Form Palm Trees/Easter Lilies are available for you to order in honor or in memory of someone. Palm Trees: $15 per tree; Easter Lilies: $14 per plant Complete the form below and put in offering plate or mail to the church office. Checks may be made payable to Ashland UMC and noted for Palm Trees/Easter Lilies. Deadline for orders: Sunday, March 31, 2019 _____No. of Palm Trees _____ No. of Easter Lilies Total Amount Attached: ____________ In honor or memory of: (please circle & print) _____________________________________________________

By: _____________________________________________

New Sunday School Class Come check out our newest Sunday School class! We will meet today at 10:00 AM in room 117. This class is open to all ages and will begin with an in-depth look into Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Bring a bible, questions, and an open mind as we come to appreciate the high standards that God has set for the church. Music, Art and Drama today at

5:00 PM in Room 125.

BBQ for Missionaries to Zimbabwe

Cliff and Amy Jeffcoat Sunday, March 31st, 11:00 am -- Until, Ashland Hall

Cost: $10.00

Sharing God’s Love Spring Yard Sale Saturday, March 30th, 7 am – Noon

147 Friarsgate Blvd., Irmo, SC 29063

Items for the April Newsletter are due by noon on

Monday, March 25th.

Take and Bake Choir Fundraiser Sunday, April 7th 11:00 am -- Until

Kitchen