Growing the Faith of the People
The clothing bank at RoseHill/Safehouse is in need of new or gently used clothing items, plus shoes for men and women. Clothing of any size for men or women, new or used, would be greatly appreciated.
More folks are coming in because of the economy. Take advantage of the opportunity to clean out your closets and help someone in need! Thank you so much for your prayers and donations! If you have any questions or concerns, email Joe Morrow (themorrowco@mchsi.com).
Traditional Worship Service – 2 Chronicles 6:7-11 : 8:12-15
The Chiming of the Hour
The Welcome & Announcements by Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Choral Call to Worship: “Stand Up and Bless the Lord”
The Prelude: “Coronet Voluntary” by John Travers
The Cross and Flame Come to the Altar
The Hymn of Celebration: “Only Trust Him”
The Affirmation of Faith
The Gloria Patri
The Hymn of Preparation: “Breathe on Me, Breath of God”
The Pastoral Prayer with The Lord’s Prayer by Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The SPRC Moment by Mr. Ben Land
The Offertory Prayer
The Offertory: “Aria in F” by John Dixon
The Doxology
The Scripture Lesson: 1 Kings 3:6-9; 2 Chronicles 1:11-12
The Passing of the Peace
The Registration of Attendance
The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
The Children’s Moment by Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Anthem: “Jesus, Name Above all Names” by Hearn/Wilson
The Sermon: “Solomon’s Lessons: Living Wisdom” by Rev. Dr. Shane Green
The Special Music: “Goodness of God” (Duet: Miss Caroline Green and Mr. Jake Hess, III)
The Cross and Flame Go Before Us into the World
The Benediction and Choral Response: “3-fold Amen”
The Postlude: “Ferland’s March” by William Rowan
June 12, 2022
Contemporary Worship Service
Rev. Dr. Shane Green
Sermon: “Solomon’s Lessons: Living Wisdom””
Scripture: 1 Kings 3:6-9; 2 Chronicles 1:11-12
Featuring: The Praise Band
| A few weeks ago, I attended the annual meeting of the conference that I belong to as a Methodist minister. In four days, our conference conducted business, reviewed ministries, ordained new ministers, celebrated those retiring, and worshipped together. What made this annual conference special was that this was the first time our conference had been able to hold all of it in a live format due to Covid. This year was especially meaningful for me. Emotionally, it was more than I expected. I’ve been to countless worship services, business sessions, and gatherings – so many that I don’t think I could count them (all); but, after a three-year hiatus, each event has been simply more meaningful. The most meaningful event was the memorial service where our conference remembered those who have died from one conference year to the next. Previously, due to my age, I seldom had a connection with those remembered that had gone before us. The ministers being remembered had retired long before I entered the ministry, so I never knew them; however, that is not the case anymore. As I sat in the pew, I could recall faces, stories, and shared events of friends and colleagues that are now no longer with us. It was sobering and emotional. It has been my experience that in times like this, the liturgy of the church can be a foundation. The written prayers that have sustained the test of time, spoken by the faithful throughout the years, were more than just words we prayed during the service. They were a connection to those now celebrated. Though I hope it is years from now, those after me will pray those same prayers when my path is finished. I’m grateful for the great cloud of witnesses that completed their journeys and now rest from their labors. I’m grateful that we are still connected in the mystical union that exists for all those who are in Christ. I’m comforted by this connection. I hope you are as well. You don’t have to be in a memorial service to acknowledge this connection. We are connected through the bonds of Christ. However, worship does help, as does the liturgy: “As we gather in this holy place, we feel God’s flowing Spirit raising our eyes towards heaven. We feel the eternal light of the Holy One lifting the shadow of death. We feel the fellowship of the living echoing the friendship of those gone from this world. We come to the Author of Life, the lover of our souls, secure in our Lord’s great faithfulness and the hope that rings triumphant over the silence of the tomb. O God of both the living and the dead, we praise your holy name for all your servants who have faithfully lived and died. We thank you for the sacred ties that bind us to each other and to those who now encompass us in the great cloud of witnesses. We pray that encouraged by their example, and strengthened by their fellowship, we may be diligent followers sustained in prayer, worship, witness, and service by your great faithfulness. Amen.”  This Week’s Readings: *Monday – Matthew 23 *Tuesday – Matthew 24 *Wednesday- Matthew 25 *Thursday – Matthew 26 *Friday- Matthew 27 Prayer Requests: *Children’s safety as they participate in summer activities. *An immediate end to the crisis in Ukraine. *Heal those who are sick and protect those who are not. *Comfort those who are grieving and in distress. *Wisdom for our leaders as they navigate through uncertain times. *Guidance for those seeking to find their way. *Continued Growth Inside and Outside the Walls of St. Paul UMC. |
| “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6 |
Small groups for fall of 2022 are forming! If you are interested in more information or to sign up, please fill out one of the forms or send an email to Mary Lou Jarrell. Life is better together!
Father’s Day is next Sunday and you can give the gift of love to Wesley Glen Ministries in honor or memory of your father/grandfather/father of your children/or any of the father figures in your life. There is a blue insert in your bulletin (and found around the church) to get the correct info to the church. Deadline to be included in the recognition list is Tuesday, June 14.
The Youth have a very busy June planned with activities, workouts, fun, VBS and more – see Laura or Logan to make sure you are signed up for the emails and texts with details!
Speaking of VBS – it’s this week! Our church and youth building will be filled with the wonderful sounds of children learning about God (and having tons of fun). Please be in prayer for all of the leaders, volunteers, parents and children. Theme this year is “Food Truck”.
SafeHouse ministries is in need of donations of clothing for both men and women as their closet is bare! So – use this as an excuse to clean out your closets and bring the items to St. Paul. We will get them to SafeHouse. Thank you!
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