St. Paul United Church of Christ, Taylor, Michigan
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost/ August 11, 2024
What might it look like for you and me who have been so fed, to seek to ensure that all are fed to the point of being satisfied all the time? (Rev. Dr. Janet Hunt)
Ringing of the Bell
Announcements/ Welcome Rev. Linda Anderson
Prelude Mark Ennis, accompanist
*Call to Worship
One: Thank the Lord with all your heart, in the gathered assembly of God’s people.
All: Mighty are the deeds of the Lord; great are the God’s works, studied by all who have pleasure in them.
One: Holy and awesome is God’s name! To worship the Lord is the highest wisdom; those who do so know all that is good.
All: God’s praises will last forever.
*Hymn No. 86 “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
*Opening Prayer
Mighty God, who have created us and sustain us: we come with thanksgiving for these moments when we can ease the pace of our lives and listen for your voice. Create a spirit within us that truly draws us toward you and toward our brother and sisters; a spirit deep, perceptive, gentle and bold. Clear our minds, open our hearts and touch us with your presence and your power. We offer this prayer in the name of our Lord, Jesus the Christ. Amen.
Hymn No. 545 “He Leadeth Me”
First Lesson 1 Kings 19:3-8
Gospel Lesson John 6:35, 41-51
Message “God Is Not Finished” Rev. Anderson
*Hymn No. 560 “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”
Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
*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.
A Time for Prayer/ 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. Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, forever and ever Amen.
*Hymn No. 562 “Because He Lives!”
*Dismissal with Blessing
Postlude
Recessional: Please remain in your pews as the Light of Christ leads the way into the world at the close of service.
*Congregation standing as you are able.
WELCOME TO ALL SHARING TODAY’S WORSHIP SERVICE IN PERSON AND FACEBOOK LIVESTREAMING You must have a Facebook account to view our Worship Services. An email address is required. It is possible to have a Facebook account not connected to social media. Please contact Dan Case, Gary Peters, or Michael Isaacs if you need more information.
COFFEE HOUR is immediately following our worship service. All are invited to gather in the West Room to enjoy coffee, tea, donuts, and fellowship. A free will offering is appreciated to help off-set the increasing cost of our yummy donuts.
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL children will gather upstairs for lessons, crafts and fun.
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS SOUGHT TO TEACH one Sunday until September 1. All curriculum, crafts and snacks are provided. A sign-up sheet is on the Christian Education Welcome Center desk upstairs.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY AND FELLOWSHIP
Calendar Week August 11 – August 18
Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Linda Anderson
Summer Sunday School 10:00 a.m. / Coffee Hour 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday Exercise 10:30 a.m.
Saturday All Kitchen Clean up 9:00 a.m.– 1:00 p.m.
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Dr. Itty Mathews
Summer Sunday School 10:00 a.m./ Coffee Hour 11:00 a.m.
SERVING YOU IN WORSHIP TODAY
Rev. Linda Anderson, Interim Senior Pastor
Mark Ennis, Hymn Leader
Tim Ruffner, Council Rep
Jeannette Wackro, Deacon
Our mission at St. Paul United Church of Christ is to promote God’s plan of salvation in our church, family, and community. Knowing that all blessings come from God, we seek to share these in the church universal and proclaim God’s good news of His love and compassion bringing together all people in Jesus Christ.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH DESIGNATED AS “MISSION SUNDAY” and items collected will be blessed at that time. August’s Mission: Love in a Backpack. Donate school supplies for children in need. A donation box is in the Narthex for anyone interested in donating.
THE NEW MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY for St. Paul United Church of Christ will be ready for publication in September 2024. Anyone interested in placing an advertisement or personal messages in our new directory should call Jill Garner at (800) 544-6903 ext.109 toll free or email her at jgarner@cathedraldirectories.com. Your current ad or business card could be used or help in making up an ad or a new ad could be arranged. Please feel free to pass this information on to others. Advertisers do not need to be members.
“THANK YOU” TO MY ST. PAUL FAMILY for honoring me at our annual church picnic. I really love the plague and the John Deere tractor. It will hold a special place in my collection. I appreciate all of you and your support. Harold Fick, Groundskeeper/ Sexton
FELLOWSHIP OF CONCERN: Jeannette Wackro, John Smith, Marion Bolen, DeAnna Schalm, Dennis Schmoekel, Julius Enesey, Justine Kimbler, Robert Black, Sandi Rose, Carol Wioncek, Sally Sigman, Joan Smarr, Anna Thomson, F. Scott Miller, Pam Pierce, Susan & Dennis Bennett, Tony Koths, Diane William, Ron Cichowicz, Brody Howell, Alicia Hagen, Ailani Flores, Sue Milatz, Linda Tank, Rachel Tank, Jennifer Lee, Kyle Hard, Bill Pattenaude, Randy Snelson, Ted Butkin, Kevin Siemers, Rhonda Wioncek Berndt, Jeff MacZink.