9:00 Traditional Service

September 15, 2019

A SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLEFourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

CHIMING OF THE TRINITY

WELCOME

As the Prelude begins, please prayerfully prepare for worship.PRELUDE (Acolyte)

CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP, 365 “Grace Greater than Our Sin” MOODY

*HYMN OF PRAISE, 339 “Come, Sinners, to the Gospel Feast” HURSLEY

*THE APOSTLES CREED, 881

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 theVirgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried, the third day he rosefrom the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the FatherAlmighty; 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, theforgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYEROur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be doneon earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, aswe forgive those that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us fromevil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

ANTHEM “There’s Something About That Name” Greg Rice and Svetlana Royal, duetChoral Setting by Lloyd Larson

CHILDREN’S MOMENTSChildren in kindergarten through 2nd grade are dismissed for Children’s Worship.

Please pass the attendance register at this time.

SCRIPTURE LESSON, 1 Timothy 1:12-17

HYMN OF PREPARATION, 3040 “You Are My All in All” ALL IN ALL

SERMON Pastor Robin

HYMN OF REFLECTION, 354 “I Surrender All” SURRENDER (verses 1, 2 & 4)

GIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

*DOXOLOGY, 95 “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” OLD 100TH

BLESSING OF THE TITHES AND OFFERINGS

HOLY COMMUNION(Wine and grape juice are used for communion. The first chalice is grape juice

and the second chalice is wine. Gluten free bread is available in the center.)

CONFESSION AND ASSURANCE (MICHAEL J. O'DONNELL, U.S.A., 20TH CENT.)We are reluctant, O Author of Love,

to set aside our hurt, our anger, our disappointment.Heal us with your tender touch,

that we might be cleansed of all unclean thoughts,all schemes of revenge, all hope of vindictive retribution.

Open our eyes to the power of love,shown to us in the unselfish sacrificeof your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.

All pray in silence.Hear the good news:Christ died for us while we were yet sinners,

that proves God’s love toward us.In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!

In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!Glory to God. Amen.

GREAT THANKSGIVINGThe Lord be with you.And also with you.Lift up your hearts.We lift them up to the Lord.Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.It is right to give our thanks and praise.Honor and glory be to you, Lord God, king of the ages,

because you created the world and called a people;yet when your people became skilled in doing evil

and forgot how to do good,you displayed the utmost patience,

and your grace overflowed with love.When your sheep wandered away from their sheepfold,

you searched high and low,and in Jesus you came among your people

to bring them home to you.Just so, when we wander away,

you come to us in the crucified and risen Jesusand place us on your shoulders and rejoice to bring us home.

And so we enter that joy in the presence of angels and archangelsand all the company of heaven,

singing the hymn of your unending praise.Holy, holy, holy Lord God of power and might,Heaven and earth are full of your glory.Hosanna in the highest.Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.Hosanna in the highest.

God of grace, in Christ you came into the worldto save sinners, to welcome them, and to eat with them.

You spread a table in our sight and invite us to join you in glory.Now send down your Holy Spirit,

that your people who have strayed like lost sheepmay dwell in the paths of righteousness,

and that these gifts of bread wine may be for usthe body and blood of your Son Jesus Christ;

who, at supper with his disciples, took bread, gave you thanks,broke the bread, and gave it to them, saying,

“Take, eat: this is my body which is given for you;do this in remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup.Again he gave you thanks, and gave it to his disciples, saying,

“Drink this, all of you: this is my blood of the new covenant,which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins.

Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.”Great is the mystery of faith.Christ has died; Christ is risen; Christ will come again.Searching and yearning God,

in Christ you enter the wildernessand sweep the dark corners of our world

because you hate nothing you have madeand long to draw us back to your heart.

Find those who are lost; reach any who have strayed;pursue all who seem determined to wander

further and further from your fold.Heal your earth: where the fruitful land is waste and void,

where the mountains are quaking,and the birds of the air have fled,

bring hope, transformation, and deliverance.Immortal, invisible Father,

redeem your creation in the power of your Spirit,and draw all things through the free gift of your Son

into the glory of your presence. Amen.

*HYMN OF COMMITMENT, 334 (Acolyte) “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” SWEET, SWEET SPIRIT (Sing Twice)

You are invited to the altar during the singing of this hymn.Kneel… commune with God… return to your chair when ready.

*CHARGE

*BENEDICTION

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PASSING OF THE PEACE

*POSTLUDE

* Please stand as you are able.

4000 HARD SCRABBLE ROADCOLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA 29223-8548

803.736.6386northeast@neumc.com

www.neumc.com

September 15, 2019STAFF

Robin GriffethPastor

Cell: (843) 870-8991pastorrobin32@gmail.com

Bonnie RileyDirector of Children and

Youth Ministries

Svetlana RoyalChancel Choir Director

Sean RileyCrossing Guard Leader

Ka-Young LeePianist

Dale A. PurvisOffice Manager

Laura LeeNursery Coordinator

OFFICE HOURS8:30 AM - 4:00 PMMonday - Friday

GIVINGSet up one-time or automatic

giving for your tithes andofferings at

www.neumc.comor download the app at

joyfully2umc.org.

THIS WEEK AT NEUMCSUNDAY

9:00 AM Traditional Service (Sanctuary)10:10 AM Sunday School (Education Building)11:00 AM Contemporary Service (Sanctuary)12:15 PM Board of Trustees Meeting (Room 102)4:00 PM Jackson Creek Pumpkin Patch Planning Meeting (Library)5:00 PM Church Council Meeting (Room 102)6:00 PM Children’s Choir (Sanctuary)6:00 PM Youth Group (Education Building, Youth Rooms)

MONDAY6:00 PM Living Proof Simulcast Planning Session (Room 102)6:30 PM Girl Scouts (Education Building, Room 207)

TUESDAY6:30:00 PM Cub Scouts (Room 102 & Education Building)WEDNESDAY

7:15 AM Men’s Prayer Group (Contact Mike Cook)10:00 AM Pew Sisters Bible Study (Library)

4:00 PM Deadline for Bulletin Announcements5:45 PM Women’s Bible Study (Discovery Village at Sandhill)7:00 PM Chancel Choir Practice (Sanctuary)

THURSDAY6:00 PM Blessing of the Animals Planning Meeting (Room 102)7:00 PM Crossing Guard Practice (Sanctuary)

SATURDAY10:00 AM Pumpkin Patch Setup

LECTIONARY READINGS FOR SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Jeremiah 8:18-9:1 Psalm 79:1-9 or Psalm 4 I Timothy 2:1-7 Luke 16:1-13

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Meetings This WeekBoard of Trustees

Today, 12:15 PM, Room 102Jackson Creek Pumpkin Patch Planning

Today, 4:00 PM, Library

Beth Moore Living Proof Simulcast PlanningMonday, September 16, 6:00 PM, Room 102

Blessing of the Animals PlanningThursday, September 19, 6:00 PM, Room 102

Church CouncilToday, 5:00 PM, Room 102

Charge Conference Date ChangeThe Charge Conference date has been changed from Tuesday, October 29 to Monday, October 28 at 7:30 PM.

Homemade Cookies for the Beth Moore Living Proof SimulcastHomemade cookies are needed for the Beth Moore Living Proof Simulcast event on Saturday, September 28.Pickup a cookie container in the narthex and sign the sheet on the table. Fill the container with homemade cookiesand bring back to the church on September 26 or 27. Several women from the community will be attending thisspecial event and we would like for them to feel welcomed and at home at NEUMC.

Greeters Needed for 9:00 Traditional ServiceGreeters play a vital role in welcoming every person who comes into NEUMC. As a greeter, you help our guestsform their first impression of our church even before the first hymn begins. If you would like to be an importantpart of this ministry, please contact Linda Wargel at landlwargel@gmail.com.

Enneagram Small Group StudyEver heard of the Enneagram?  I hadn't until a year and half ago or so.  It is defined as “a powerful tool for personaland collective transformation. Stemming for the Greek words ennea (nine) and grammos (a written symbol) thenine-pointed symbol represents nine distinct strategies for relating to the self, others and the world.”  It's historyis Christian based all the way back to the 4th century, but has recently ha a surge in publicity in business and spiritualcontext.  I will be teaching a six week small group on how to use the Enneagram to share God's love.  The studywill start Wednesday, September 18 in the Education Building, Youth Rooms at 6:30 PM.  I hope you or someoneyou know can join us to learn this fascinating, ancient personality typing that is helping many. Signup atyouth@neumc.com or by contacting the Church Office. A signup sheet is also located in the narthex. The studyis open to anyone, including youth. Contact Bonnie Riley if you have any questions.

Pumpkin Patch SetupIt’s that time of the year. We will be setting up the Pumpkin Patch on Saturday, September 21 from 10:00 AM -12:00 PM. We can use all the help we can get. Donuts will be provided. Point of contact is Bonnie Riley.

God’s Love of Wisdom (GLOW)GLOW is next Sunday, September 22 from 12:00 - 1:30 PM in Room 102 for kindergarten through 5th grade.There is food, crafts and fun! Come join us.

Beth Moore Living Proof SimulcastThe Beth Moore Living Proof Simulcast is Saturday, September 28, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM at NEUMC. To register,please visit the church website. Cost is $25 and includes lunch. Payment can be made online at Vanco or a checkcan be mailed to Northeast United Methodist Church, 4000 Hard Scrabble Road, Columbia, SC 29223 or placedin the offering plate on Sundays. Make checks payable to Northeast United Methodist Church. Please indicate inthe memo section of your check “Beth Moore.”

Blessing of the AnimalsJoin us for the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 6: at 3:00 PM!  All persons and all pets are welcome!  Wewill have a very brief time of devotion and singing, followed by every animal receiving an individual blessing.  If youthink your pet would be uncomfortable attending the gathering, you may bring a picture of him/her to be blessedinstead.  Every animal will receive a Certificate of Blessing.  Since we will be meeting outdoors, you may want to bringa folding chair or blanket on which to sit.  Water will be available for people and pets.  This is a fun event for thewhole community, so please invite your friends and neighbors to come with you!

RECORD OF OUR FAITHFULNESSOUR SERVICE

9:00 AM Traditional Service: 6610:10 AM Sunday School: 8411:00 AM Contemporary Service: 71General Budget: $5,371.25Online Giving General Budget: $3,144.23General Offering Total: $8,515.48Reserve Fund: $105.00Online Capital Fund: $64.28Other Designated Gifts: $1,866.97Online Designated: $397.48

9:00 TRADITIONAL SERVICEACOLYTEPiper Wargel

CHILDREN’S CHURCH HELPERChristopher WargelPRAYER ROOM

Bianca BrazellPRAYER ROOM NEXT WEEK

Jane DeCristofaroCOMMUNION PREPARER

Dianne MarkhamCOMMUNION PREPARER NEXT WEEK

Mary Anne LockardCOMMUNION SERVERS

Larry & Dianne Markham | Jane DeCristofaro & Mary FurseCOMMUNION SERVERS NEXT WEEKGreg & Rita Rice | Tom & Jane DeCristofaro

11:00 CONTEMPORARY SERVICEACOLYTE

Joshua RogersCHILDREN'S CHURCH

Marianne CarterJUNIOR ASSISTANT

Albert BabinecPRAYER ROOM

Justin NutterPRAYER ROOM NEXT WEEK

Nikki ShaffnerOFFERING

OFFERING COUNTERSBob Ellrott, Spencer Miller & Dee Dee Milakovich

OFFERING COUNTERS NEXT WEEKNikki Shaffner & Todd WigleyTRUSTEE LOCKUP

TODAYInez McLaurin

NEXT WEEKTom Malcom

If you find anything at the church that is in needof repair or attention, please let the Trusteesknow by completing this form and dropping itin the collection plate. Be as detailed and specificas possible in the description of the issue. We wantto keep our church in the best condition possible.You may be the first to spot a maintenance need,so your input is greatly appreciated.

Date:_______________________________

Name:______________________________

Phone:______________________________

Email:____________________________

Brief Description of the Maintenance Requestor Problem:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

NEUMCBuildings

Grounds&

MINISTRY AND PRAYER NEEDS▪ Paul Jensen, recovering from an appendectomy.▪ Stephanie Brock, “adoptive daughter” of Martha and

Joe Maynard, who had surgery for breast cancer onThursday.

▪ Carol Miller, mother of Spencer Miller, who isundergoing medical tests for a lung condition.

▪ Gary Davis, father of Mary McMillan, who continuesto undergo tests.

▪ Returning college students while they adjust and areaway from families.

▪ Kathy, friend of Tammie Sloop, being tested forautoimmune deficiencies, and is having reactions to thenecessary procedures making it impossible for her to getback to her normal life.

▪ The Robinson family, who lost their precious baby,Saylor. Saylor was born with abnormal kidneys and waswaiting to weigh enough for a kidney transplant. She hadbeen on dialysis and her little body just gave out.

▪ Kay Leitner, undergoing rehabilitation.

▪ Kathy Madison, as she deals with the stress ofcaring for her mother.

▪ Our military and first responders.

▪ Our missionaries:

Tom & Emma HenryAppalachian Mountain Leadership

Matt & Jenny WilliamsAthletes in Action Cru

Steve & Stephanie BredesenNakalanda, Uganda

Ben & Jenny ReyesHOMEBOUND AND ELDERLY

We are a family. As such we encourage anyone who feels ledby God to visit those who are sick or homebound. We alsoencourage your visits to those who are new to this family ofbelievers and to those whom or that have visited. Lee Chandler Kay Leitner Sabra Stewart

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRYThe Prayer Shawl Ministry Team create shawls and otheritems for you to share with those who need encouragement.When you give a shawl away, you are sharing the love andprayers of NEUMC. The prayer shawls are kept in thePrayer Center if one is needed. Please remember to sign thejournal. If you need assistance, please see a staff member.

The Prayer Shawl Ministry Team

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��Pastor Only��Prayer Chain��Bulletin� I would like someone to contact me

to pray over a more confidential matter.

I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers,intercession and thanksgiving be made forall people.

1 Timothy 2:1Please write your request(s) here andplace this card in the offering plate.

PRAYER REQUEST