May 14, 2017 5th Sunday of Easter

Mother’s Day

We invite you to stand as you are able

Chiming of the Hour (11:00a)

Welcome

Praise Set (8:30a) ALIVE Praise Band Prepare Ye the Way Fisher and Fisher When the Sun Begins to Rise Fisher and Fisher Open Hands Walker

Opening Voluntary (11:00a) Pastorale Sammartini

Hymn of Praise No. 62 (11:00a) All Creatures of Our God and King Williams

Concerns of the Congregation

Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Anthem (11:00a) Make Me a Channel of Your Peace arr. Mark Hayes

Chancel Choir Make me a channel of Your peace.

Where there is hatred, let me bring Your love, where there is injustice, Your pardon, Lord, and where there’s doubt, true faith in You.

Make me a channel of Your peace. Where there’s despair in life, let me bring hope,

where there is darkness, only light, and where there’s sadness, ever joy.

Oh, Master, grant that I may never seek so much to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, to be loved, as to love, with all my soul.

Make me a channel of Your peace. It is in pardoning that we are pardoned, in giving of ourselves that we receive,

and in dying that we’re born to eternal life.

We Worship with our Tithes and Offerings

Offertory I’m Alive (8:30a) Walker Adante (11:00a) Telemann

Doxology 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.

We Worship with the Children (11:00 a.m.) M. O. T. H. E. R. Morse

Children’s Choir Laurie Briggs, Director

(Kid Kits in the bright green bags, provided for K-5th graders, are located at the back of the sanctuary. Following We Worship with the Children, K-3rd graders are invited to attend Children’s Worship on the ground floor Children’s Ministry area...just follow the Worship Leader.)

Scripture 2 Timothy 1:3-14 NT Page 211

Sermon A Love That Does Not Give Up Rev. Laura Auten Uwharrie District Superintendent

Anthem (8:30a) ALIVE Praise Band

My Lighthouse Rend Collective

Hymn of Response No. 371 vs. 1, 5 (11:00a)

I Stand Amazed in the Presence Gabriel

A Time of Intercessory Prayer The pastor addresses the congregation: Sisters and brothers, the Scriptures tell us to bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ. As your sister and brother in Christ, we ask you now, are you at peace with God, or is there anything in your life that causes you to feel separated from God and less than the full person God calls you to be?

Sisters and brothers, the Scriptures tell us not to be anxious about our lives or about tomorrow. Are there anxieties that cause you to feel separated from the peace that God promises?

The pastor invites the congregation to join in Intercessory Prayer at the altar and in their seat.

Let us pray. Eternal God, you have known us before we were here and will continue to know us after we are gone. Touch Jamie and all who have been lifted up to you in prayer this day with your grace and presence. As you give your abiding care, assure them that our communion together remains secure, and that your love for them is unfailing. In Christ, who came to us, we pray. Amen.

Benediction and Blessing

Traveling Music (8:30a) Chain Breaker Smith, Fieldes, and Williams

Postlude (11:00a) Shepherd’s Song Kruetzer

Chiming of the Trinity (11:00a)

Announcements Remember to visit our website www.fumclex.org to stay connected with our

church calendar, ministries, activities and events.

Holy Infant Baptism The congregation is invited to join family and friends in the sanctuary at 10:15a this morning for the baptism of: Clay Michael Cowan born on November 11, 2016. Parents: Adam and Britney Cowan Sister: Ruby Cowan Grandparents: Ned and Jan Cowan, Ricky and Teresa Pendergrass

David G. Miller Memorial PORT-A-PIT BBQ Chicken Fundraiser Friday, May 19, 2017 Eat-In: 11:00a-3:00p Fellowship Hall - drinks provided Take-Out: 10:00a—6:00p Pick up at lower parking lot on State Street. Meal includes: 1/2 BBQ Chicken, slaw, beans, roll and dessert.

Bake Sale sponsored by United Methodist Women Group 12 Friday, May 19, 2017 (10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.) When you stop by to pick up your Port-A-Pit BBQ Chicken Dinners, drop by to purchase some home baked goods from the ladies of the church. What could be better than that? United Methodist Women WALK for MISSION Saturday, May 20 (9:00a) Registration begins at 8:30a at Grimes Park, Lexington

For we walk by faith and not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7

Everyone…women, men, children, and youth—ALL AGES are welcomed! It's time to put on your walking shoes!

Walk as much as you can or just come out and support the ones who are walking.

As always, monies raised will go toward undesignated giving. Let's walk together to support the mission work of United Methodist Women. For more details or questions about the event, contact Pat Langley (336) 853-7444 or Gay Smith (336) 479-3822.

HOMECOMING WEEKEND at First UMC Saturday, May 20 (4:00p) Homecoming Concert featuring the Grove Singers and the Wildcat Mountain Boys on the church lawn under the BIG TENT. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and join us for fellowship and entertainment.

Sunday, May 21 Homecoming Sunday (11:00a) ONE Worship Service with Rev. Pam Strader, daughter of Dr. Hunter Strader, as our guest minister and the Lexington High School Choral Ensemble presenting music selections throughout the service. Dinner on the Ground follows the service under the big tent on the church lawn. Everyone is invited to bring their favorite vegetable and casserole side dishes, salads, and desserts. The Archives & History Committee will have displays to view and enjoy.

Winston-Salem DASH Baseball Game Friday, June 9 - Our own Isabella Ellis will be singing the National Anthem at the game. Let’s make plans as a church family to go to this game to hear and support Isabella.

Two options for group rate tickets. We MUST have 20 people to get the group rate. (The $21 deal requires at least 10 people.) 1) For $21 a person (children under 3yrs. free) you will get general admission seats

& all you can eat hotdogs, hamburgers (and a 3rd entrée –TBD), chips, fries & non-alcoholic beverages.

2) For $11 a person (children under the age of three free) you will get general admission seating but will have to purchase your own food.

Please sign-up and pay your money by Monday, May 22 at the church office or contact Judy Deal. Questions? Contact Judy at (336) 956-6150.

Confirmation 2017 Pentecost Sunday, June 4th (11:00a) Xander Bostick Sidney Briggs Kinsey Calderone Isabella Ellis Kate Hedrick Byron Hoover Brenna Leahy Blake Norris Emma O'Connell Rachel Roberts

Graduate Sunday 2017 Pentecost Sunday, June 4th (11:00a) During the 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service, we will recognize our 2017 High School and College Graduates. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Want to volunteer? Contact: Amanda Bostick (336) 596-1363

Fidget Quilt Small Group Ministry is taking a break until the fall. When we start back in August, we will meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month with two time options: (4p-5p) and (7p-8p) at the home of Judy Deal. Mark your calendars and plan to join us (August 22, September 26, October 24, & November 28). No meeting in December—We will begin again in January. Sewing experience is not needed. Join us for some fellowship while we create Fidget Quilts for those in our community who can be blessed by our work. Please bring a friend with you! If you have any questions, please contact Judy Deal at

(336) 956-6150.

Western North Carolina Conference Annual Conference Thursday, June 22 - Sunday, June 25

Our Stewardship for God’s Work This stewardship report is given so you may follow our financial progress throughout the year. Each Sunday, please review and thoughtfully pray over this report. Everyone is a part of God’s stewardship.

Report for Sunday, May 7, 2017: Early Worship: 28 Morning Worship: 163 Total: 191 Weekly Offerings: $11,036.89 Weekly Needed: $10,606.72 Total Received to Date: $209,841.30 Needed to Date: $201,527.68 Online Giving For mobile device users, the QR (Quick Response) code will take you to a secure mobile site for Online Giving from your smartphone or tablet. On your first visit, you will need to create a profile.

JUNE 12 - JUNE 15 (5:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.)

Registration Forms located at the Volunteer’s Desk and online www.fumclex.org

WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, May 14 Mother’s Day 8:30 a.m. Early Worship, Fellowship Hall 9:45 a.m. Confirmation Class, 2nd Floor, Youth SS Classroom 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service, Sanctuary (No meetings, activities, or events this afternoon/evening.) Monday, May 15 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts and Venturers, Youth/Scout House 7:00 p.m. Cub Scouts, 2nd Floor Classrooms Tuesday, May 16 6:30 p.m. Faithseekers, Wendy Norris’ Lake House 7:00 p.m. Theology Pub, High Rock Outfitters Wednesday, May 17 7:45 a.m. Prayer Breakfast, Cagney’s 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday, May 18 7:45 a.m. Men’s Devotion & Fellowship, Biscuit King on Main Street Friday, May 19 10:00 a.m. Port-a-Pit Chicken Take-Out until 6:00 p.m., State Street 11:00 a.m. Port-a-Pit Chicken Eat-In until 3:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Saturday, May 20 9:00 a.m. UMW Walk for Mission, Grimes Park 4:00 p.m. Homecoming Concert featuring The Grove Singers and the Wildcat Mountain Boys, Church Lawn Sunday, May 21 Homecoming Sunday 8:30 a.m. United Methodist Men, Fellowship Hall 9:45 a.m. Confirmation Class, 2nd Floor, Youth SS Classroom 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service, Sanctuary 12:00 p.m. Dinner on the Ground, Church Lawn 6:00 p.m. Meet with FBC Youth to plan PASSPORT Mission Trip

First United Methodist Church 310 South Main Street - Lexington, NC - 27292 Office phone: 248-2886 Website: www.fumclex.org

Rev. Jamie Armstrong, Senior Minister jarmstrong1@wnccumc.net

Rev. Doug Rowe, Minister of Congregational Care & Adult Ministries drowe003@triad.rr.com

Lee Mabe, Director of Music and Youth Ministries maestromabe@gmail.com

Phyllis Jones, Organist phyllis.smith@yadkin.k12.nc.us

Amanda Bostick, Children’s Ministries Coordinator aebostick@gmail.com

Kimberly Leonard, Toddler Nursery

Alma Carlton, Financial Secretary acarlton@firstumclex.org

Donna Huskins, Administrative Assistant dhuskins@firstumclex.org

Charlie O’Connell, Kitchen Manager c-oconnell@hotmail.com

Birth Announcement A single rose is place on the altar today to the glory of God and in honor of the birth of Tennison Cole Lewis on April 29, 2017. Congratulations to Rachel and Matt Lewis of High Point, NC. Grandparents are Karen and Ron Coleman and Joan and Mark Lewis of Blacksburg, VA. A white New Testament is presented to the baby from United Methodist Women Group 12. Flowers The flowers are placed on the altar today to the glory of God, in memory of Lauren Cecil’s 15th birthday on May 11, 2017, in honor of Lauren’s mother, Lori Cecil, and all mothers by Amy and Jim Horn. Sympathy Sympathy of the ministers and members of the congregation is extended to Joan and Dick Bisbee upon the death of their son, Glenn Bisbee, on May 10, 2017. Today’s Greeters: Betsy Cook and Dare Wilson Lauren and Mike Hall Chief Ushers: Richard Foust, Jimmy Everhart Captain: Max Lanning Co-Captain: Olen Easter, Jr. Larry Beck, Bob Burchette, Jim Highsmith, Jim Myers, Jimmy Shoaf, Buddy Taylor, Efird Wilson, and Dean Yemm. Security: West Lamoureaux

Prayer Requests Rev. Jamie Armstrong Terri Beck Natalie Blomquist June Craver Steve Caudill Albert Gobble John Hench Judy Hench Earl Hester Miheepa Jones Max Lanning Mary Norman Paul Smith Flonnie Thomason Don Van Hyning Dee Dee Walker Mary Louise Wilkerson Max Wood

Shut-Ins Louise Fry Dot Kinsey Caroline McCree Kathryn Neal Evelyn Sink

Alston-Brook Isabelle Trimpey

Bethany Woods Alvin Pope

Brookdale Lexington Opal Bloome Betty Darr

Brookstone Lexington Peggy Wood Copley Albert Gobble

Genesis House (Salisbury) Julee Smith

Wood Haven Louise Pope

Piedmont Crossing Health Care Margaret Beck Margaret McCrary Carver Gladys Johnson Margaret Ragan Residents Jo Doris Beck Herman & Naoma Crabtree Richard & Camille Lawrence Georgianna Niven Madeline Palmer Barbara Proctor Jim Ragan Nancy Wilkinson

Extended Family and Friends Barbara Merritt Herbert Yates Kelli Jones

Tom Sigmon Chris Hunt Spencer Davis Faye Graham Gracie Joy Hedrick Kendall Conner David Ogle Tempie Almstead Kelly Michael Kristin Harris Claire Dowling Jim McDermott Ann Schaefer Helen Hall David Stafford Cliff Lopp, Jr. Cameron & Pete Dunlap Linda & Tom Dunlap Carol & Steve Harris Peggy Sisk Anna Smathers Pete Ullsperger Pat Wilson Jack Smith Gene Oldham Nakajah Vaughan Brenda Hipp Jane King Breanna Wilson Jack Briggs Ethan Reavis

Jason & Stacy Heitman Jenny Rains Jimmy Davis Bentley Leonard John Bruce Davis Eric Leonard Robert, Doris, & Keith Hunt Martha Daniel Debra Ann Leonard Betty Jean Whitaker Len & Dottie Harris Jack & Susan Phillips Jordan Beswick Susan Fritts Regina Chrest Bruce Thornton Ed Wilkerson Serving in the Armed Forces (mailing address & birthdate in newsletter) Capt. Jarrad Thorley SSS Jason Brownworth SGT Alan Ingram SPC Trevor J. Morris SPC John Hall