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Christ United Methodist Church
An open and
hospitable community of believers
who eagerly
invite everyone to connect with God
and to
follow Jesus.
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
August 10, 2008
WORSHIP IN THE GARDEN
9:00 a.m.
(The 10:30
a.m. worship guide begins on page three.)
Please pray silently for the service when the gathering music begins.
PRELUDE
Sonata in D minor, Op. 5, No. 12
Arcangelo Corelli
Paul Melmeyer, violin
GREETING
Rev.
Thompson
*OPENING HYMN
103
Immortal,
Invisible, God Only Wise
ST. DENIO
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Rev. Schneider
God of patience, your people grow weary. We complain and question. We put
you to the test. Our mouths say yes, but our deeds say no.
When we wander off your path, when we fail to follow through
on our good intentions, when we give our attention to trivial
things; gently call us back to you. Empty our hearts of anger
and pride. Empty our souls of greed and selfishness. Empty our
minds of envy, doubt, and mistrust. As you poured out your
very self through your beloved Son, pour your Spirit into our
hearts today. Forgive us our wrongdoing. Reclaim us with your
love. Amen.
(silent personal confession)
WORDS OF ASSURANCE
The One who
created us knows our hearts, inside and out; and still
promises to care for us, even when we turn away.
Thanks be
to God!
***
QUARTET
More Precious Than Silver / I Stand in
Awe arr. Lloyd Larson
Lord, you are
more precious than silver. Lord, you are more costly than
gold. O Lord, you are more beautiful than diamonds, and
nothing I desire compares with you. You are beautiful beyond
description, too marvelous for words; too wonderful for
comprehension, like nothing ever seen or heard. Who can grasp
your infinite wisdom? Who can fathom the depth of your love?
You are beautiful beyond description, majesty enthroned above.
And I stand; I stand in awe of you: holy God, to whom all
praise is due. I stand in awe of you, and nothing I desire
compares with you.
Shannon
George, Bernie Heisey, John Heisey, and Jeff Nelson
*AN AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
(from New
Zealand) Rev.
Schneider
You, O God,
are supreme and holy. You create our world and give us life.
Your purpose overarches everything we do. You have always been
with us.
You are
God.
You, O God,
are infinitely generous, good beyond all measure. You came to
us before we came to you. You have revealed and proved your
love for us in Jesus Christ, who lived and died and rose
again. You are with us now.
You are
God.
You, O God,
are Holy Spirit. You empower us to be your gospel in the
world. You reconcile and heal; you overcome death.
You are our
God. We worship you.
PRAYER CONCERNS
Rev. Schneider
*PRAYER HYMN 596
Blessed Jesus,
at Thy Word
LIEBSTER JESU
MORNING PRAYER AND THE LORD’S PRAYER
MISSION MINUTE FOR THE NYADIRE
CONNECTION
Julius Tsiga
THE OFFERING OF OUR GIFTS
SCHUMANN
We give thee but thine own, whate’er the gift may be; all that we have is
thine alone, a trust, O Lord, from thee.
SOLO
When I Close My Eyes Jim Papoulis, arr.
Francisco Núñez
When I close
my eyes then I can see, when I close my eyes I’m alive, when I
close my eyes then I can see and I am not afraid. When I try
to see the reasons why, if I ever could understand I would
find the hope to let me try and I am not afraid. Take me to
the river, take me to the sea. Climb the highest mountain and
go there with me. When I close my eyes then I can see and I am
not afraid. Now I am learning the magic within me and that is
the reason I’m standing so tall. Deep in my heart is a voice
that is speaking, if I keep believing then I will not fall.
Take me to the river, take me to the sea. Climb the highest
mountain and go there with me. Take me where the wind blows,
take me to the sun. Take me to a river that flows to the sea.
When I try to see the reasons why, if I ever could understand.
I would find the hope to let me try and I am not afraid.
Mandy Nelson,
soprano
SCRIPTURE
Rev. Schneider
New Testament:
John 8:2-11, 31-38
page 100
Hear what the
Spirit is saying to the Church.
Thanks be to God!
HYMN 382
Have Thine Own
Way,
Lord
ADELAIDE
MESSAGE
“The Truth About Consequences”
Rev. Thompson
“And you will
know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” (John
8:32)
*CLOSING HYMN
Renew #196
Love Divine,
All Loves
Excelling
HYFRYDOL
*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
“Finale: Presto, ma non troppo” from Sonata in D major
F. J. Haydn
*those able,
please stand
***ushers will seat those waiting
MORNING WORSHIP
10:30 a.m.
Please pray silently for the service when the gathering music begins.
PRELUDE
Sonata in D minor, Op. 5, No. 12
Arcangelo Corelli
Paul Melmeyer, violin
*OPENING HYMN 103
Immortal,
Invisible, God Only Wise
ST. DENIO
*GREETING
Rev. Thompson
The peace of
Christ be with you!
And also with you!
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Come, let us
bow before the holy One.
Come, let us confess God’s might.
Come, let us
feel God’s mercy.
Come, let us live in God’s light.
As God’s
people, we lift our voices in praise.
Glory to you, gracious and loving God!
*ACT
OF PRAISE
BETHEL PARK
Glory to the Father, glory to the Son, glory to the Holy Ghost, Three in
One; as it was in the beginning, is now and shall be, world
without end. Amen.
***
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Rev. Caldwell
God of patience, your people grow weary. We complain and question. We put
you to the test. Our mouths say yes, but our deeds say no.
When we wander off your path, when we fail to follow through
on our good intentions, when we give our attention to trivial
things; gently call us back to you. Empty our hearts of anger
and pride. Empty our souls of greed and selfishness. Empty our
minds of envy, doubt, and mistrust. As you poured out your
very self through your beloved Son, pour your Spirit into our
hearts today. Forgive us our wrongdoing. Reclaim us with your
love. Amen.
(silent
personal confession)
WORDS OF ASSURANCE
The One who
created us knows our hearts, inside and out; and still
promises to care for us, even when we turn away.
Thanks be
to God!
QUARTET
More Precious
Than Silver / I Stand in Awe arr. Lloyd
Larson
Lord, you are
more precious than silver. Lord, you are more costly than
gold. O Lord, you are more beautiful than diamonds, and
nothing I desire compares with you. You are beautiful beyond
description, too marvelous for words; too wonderful for
comprehension, like nothing ever seen or heard. Who can grasp
your infinite wisdom? Who can fathom the depth of your love?
You are beautiful beyond description, majesty enthroned above.
And I stand; I stand in awe of you: holy God, to whom all
praise is due. I stand in awe of you, and nothing I desire
compares with you.
Shannon
George, Bernie Heisey, John Heisey, and Jeff Nelson
*AN AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
(from New
Zealand)
Rev. Schneider
You, O God,
are supreme and holy. You create our world and give us life.
Your purpose overarches everything we do. You have always been
with us.
You are
God.
You, O God,
are infinitely generous, good beyond all measure. You came to
us before we came to you. You have revealed and proved your
love for us in Jesus Christ, who lived and died and rose
again. You are with us now.
You are
God.
You, O God,
are Holy Spirit. You empower us to be your gospel in the
world. You reconcile and heal; you overcome death.
You are our
God. We worship you.
PRAYER CONCERNS
Rev. Schneider
If you have a personal concern, or if there is another for whom you wish
to pray, come kneel at the altar during the Prayer Hymn.
*PRAYER HYMN 596
Blessed Jesus, at Thy Word
LIEBSTER JESU
MORNING PRAYER AND THE LORD’S PRAYER
MISSION MINUTE FOR THE NYADIRE CONNECTION
Julius Tsiga
THE OFFERING OF OUR
GIFTS SCHUMANN
We give thee but thine own, whate’er the gift may be; all that we have is
thine alone, a trust, O Lord, from thee.
SOLO
When I Close
My Eyes Jim Papoulis
arr. Núñez
When I close
my eyes then I can see, when I close my eyes I’m alive, when I
close my eyes then I can see and I am not afraid. When I try
to see the reasons why, if I ever could understand I would
find the hope to let me try and I am not afraid. Take me to
the river, take me to the sea. Climb the highest mountain and
go there with me. When I close my eyes then I can see and I am
not afraid. Now I am learning the magic within me and that is
the reason I’m standing so tall. Deep in my heart is a voice
that is speaking, if I keep believing then I will not fall.
Take me to the river, take me to the sea. Climb the highest
mountain and go there with me. Take me where the wind blows,
take me to the sun. Take me to a river that flows to the sea.
When I try to see the reasons why, if I ever could understand.
I would find the hope to let me try and I am not afraid.
Mandy Nelson,
soprano
*THE PRESENTATION OF OUR GIFTS
OLD HUNDREDTH
(please stand
when the ushers reach the Chancel steps)
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise God all creatures here
below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son,
and Holy Ghost. Amen.
SCRIPTURE
Rev.
Caldwell
New Testament:
John 8:2-11,
31-38
page 100
Here what the
Spirit is saying to the church!
Thanks be to God!
MESSAGE
“The Truth
About Consequences”
Rev. Thompson
“And you will know the truth, and the truth will make you
free.”
(John 8:32)
*CLOSING HYMN
Renew #196
Love Divine,
All Loves Excelling
HYFRYDOL
*BENEDICTION
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
RANDOLPH
God be with you till we meet again; by his counsels guide, uphold you,
with his sheep securely fold you; God be with you till we meet
again.
POSTLUDE
“Allegro” from Concerto in D minor (after Vivaldi)
J. S. Bach
*those able,
please stand ***ushers will
seat those waiting
THIS MORNING
WELCOME to Christ United Methodist Church. We are pleased that
you have chosen to worship with us today. Please sign the
attendance pad and let us know any way in which we may be
helpful to you. All are cordially invited to the Fellowship
Coffee Hour in the Christian Life Center following the 9:00
service.
Duane Thompson
is preaching, assisted in the service by Cindy Schneider at
both services and David Caldwell at 10:30. Mark Reed is the
service accompanist.
GREETERS are Theodore and Elva Andersen, John and Elaine
Frombach.
ALTAR FLOWERS are given by Erik, Kathy and Ian Kitterman in
memory of Andrew Joseph Kitterman.
BEST WISHES to Wes Willoughby and Kristen Thorsen, who were
married yesterday in the Sanctuary by Rev. Thompson.
VISITORS are encouraged to stop by the Welcome Center located
in the Lobby (rear entrance). You will find helpful hosts to
answer your questions and literature that explains our
ministries.
LARGE-TYPE bulletins, hymnals, hearing amplification devices
and children’s bulletins (on occasion) are available from the
ushers.
THE COMFORT ROOM is available as a place for kids to take
their parents when they need to cry or play during the worship
service. Closed circuit viewing of the service is available.
Please ask the ushers for assistance to room D113.
WORSHIP BAGS are available for families worshipping with small
children (3 yrs – 8 yrs). Each family is invited to take a bag
from the basket to use during the worship hour and return the
bag at the conclusion of the worship service.
MINISTERS:
Elders: R.
Duane Thompson,
William R.
Beatty, Cynthia K. Schneider
Deacons: Linda
Williams, Peggy Osborne
Christ United
Methodist Church
44 Highland Road
Bethel Park,
PA 15102
Phone:
412-835-6621
Fax:
412-835-9130
Email:
mail@christumc.net
CUMC website:
www.christumc.net
Shepherd’s
Prayer Chain Group:
Call Donna
Callen 724-941-3953
This week’s
theme: Who Is This Who Forgives Sinners?
Sunday: Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28; Psalm 105:1-6, 16-22, 45;
Romans 10:5-15; Matthew 14:22-33
Monday: Luke 7:36-50
Tuesday: Matthew 9:2-8
Wednesday: Psalm 103:1-14
Thursday: Acts 10:34-43
Friday: Isaiah 1:18-20
Saturday: Colossians 1:9-14
Affirmation: “I have come to call not the righteous but
sinners to repentance” (Luke 5:32).
Note: Reading now taken from
“A Guide to Prayer For All Who Seek God”
which is available in our Bookstore.
ABOUT THIS MORNING’S MUSIC
PRELUDE:
Corelli (1653-1713) was a prominent Italian violinist and
composer of the Baroque era. The Sonata in D minor, Op. 5,
No. 12 is a set of variations on La Folia, a dance
song first mentioned in Portuguese documents of the late 15th
century. From the last quarter of the 17th century,
numerous composers have written serious art music based on
this early folk tune. These composers include Farinel in 1680,
Bach in 1742, Liszt in 1867, and Rachmaninoff in 1931. Corelli
composed his variations in 1700.
SOLO: From his
home in New York City, Jim Papoulis composes, orchestrates,
and conducts music for dance, film, ensembles, and choirs. His
compositions are known for exploring new modes of musical
communication by connecting classical and traditional forms
with non-Western sounds. He composed When I Close My Eyes
after a trip to China where he participated in a children’s
concert. He writes, “…I have been fortunate to speak with
children of diverse cultures and backgrounds. I have heard
their songs and their silences, and what they have shared has
made me clearly see that in order for a child to feel strength
and to believe in him or her self, it must come from within…”
POSTLUDE: This
concerto is a transcription of Vivaldi’s Concerto in D
minor, Op. 3, No. 11. Bach (1685-1750) made at lease five
organ transcriptions of Vivaldi’s string concertos at the
request of his employer, Prince Johann Ernst of Weimar. The
prince had recently acquired the Vivaldi scores, and it is
usually assumed that Bach transcribed them for organ
performance sometime between 1713 and 1714.
Music used by permission, CCLI #1104136
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