St. Paul United Church of Christ, Taylor, Michigan
Twenty – fourth Sunday after Pentecost, November 3, 2024
Totenfest & Memorial Sunday
We celebrate that we have, in all who’ve gone before us, what St. Paul calls such a great cloud of witnesses and that the faithful departed are as much the body of Christ as we are.
Ringing of the Bell
Announcements/ Welcome Rev. Linda Anderson
Prelude Shirley Lande, pianist
*Call to Worship Nancy Rabb, liturgist
One: O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt God’s name together.
All: When I sought you, O God, you answered me, and delivered me from all my fears.
One: Look upon God’s countenance and be radiant; so your faces shall never be ashamed.
All: O taste and see that the Lord is good; happy are those who take refuge in you, O God.
One: Let us worship God!
*Hymn No. 637 “For all the Saints” Mark Ennis, hymn leader
*Opening Prayer Nancy Rabb, liturgist
Almighty God, your saints are one with you in the mystical body of Christ: give us grace to follow them in all virtue and holiness until we come to those inexpressible joys which you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever. Amen.
Special Music Shirley Lande
First Lesson Isaiah 25:6-9 Nancy Rabb, liturgist
Gospel Lesson John 11:32-45
Message “For Those Whoever Will Be” Rev. Anderson
*Hymn No. 594 “Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
Stewardship Moment Jack Burchard
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.
The Memorial Service
All Saints Liturgy (see insert)
Time of Remembrance/ Tolling of the Bell
Holy Communion (see insert)
Invitation
Hymn No. 425 “Let Us Break Bread Together”
Time of Confession
Sung Response: One bread, one body, one Lord of all, one cup of blessing which we bless. And we, though many through out the earth, we are one body in this one Lord.
Receiving of the Bread and Cup
A Time of Prayer/ 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. 611 “Rise Up, O Saints of God”
*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 for more information.
COMMUNION IS OFFERED THIS MORNING. At the usher’s bidding, you are invited to come forward to receive both bread and cup from our pastors and elders. We observe an “open communion.” Membership is not required to partake in the Lord’s Supper. We simply ask that all receiving Communion seek to know our Lord more completely. You may immediately consume the elements before returning to your pew.
COFFEE HOUR TODAY immediately following worship. All are invited to gather in the Fellowship Hall to enjoy coffee, tea, donuts and fellowship. A free will offering is appreciated to help off-set the increasing cost of our yummy refreshments. Please give. We are also in need of small groups to host Coffee Hours. For more information contact Sue Mrowka, Council President.
SUNDAY SCHOOL children will gather upstairs for a movie, crafts, and fun.
NO BIBLE STUDY Tuesday, November 5. Bible study will resume Tuesday, November 12, 10:30 a.m. in the Parlor. Come and enjoy lively discussion and fellowship.
EXERCISE CLASS Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. in the West Room. A $3 - $5 donation is appreciated.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY AND FELLOWSHIP
Calendar Week November 3 – November 10
Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Linda Anderson
Totenfest/ Communion/ Sunday School 10:00 a.m. / Coffee Hour 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday Executive 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Exercise 10:30 a.m./ Meditation Class 11:45 a.m.
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Linda Anderson
Stewardship Sunday/ Sunday School 10:00 a.m./ Coffee Hour 11:00 a.m.
SERVING YOU IN WORSHIP TODAY
Reverend Linda Anderson, Interim Senior Pastor
Shirley Lande, pianist; Mark Ennis, Hymn Leader;
Nancy Rabb, Liturgist; Dan Case, Council Rep; Teri Staffeld, Deacon
SEE THE ATTACHED Christmas Gift and Basket Sale flyer. Start your Christmas shopping early! For more information contact Peggy Staten or Jane Dykowski.
ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT Sunday December 8, 6:45 pm. This is a beautiful Christmas program to start the Advent season. All ladies are invited! We need ladies to host tables. We also have extra spaces available for ladies who would like to attend without hosting a table. The sign-up sheet is available at coffee hour. Please sign up by November 30. If you have any questions call the church office or contact Marilyn Lang, or Peggy Staten.
FOURTH SUNDAY DESIGNATED AS “MISSION SUNDAY” and items collected will be blessed at that time. Operation Christmas Child, St. Paul’s mission for November, will benefit children in need throughout the world. Operation Christmas Child is a shoebox ministry providing Christmas gifts and an introduction to Christ. All are invited to pick up a wrapped shoebox in Fellowship Hall during coffee hour, fill it with small gifts (a brochure with gift ideas will be included), tag the box with the appropriate label that will be included and return the box by November 24. All shoeboxes will be distributed to children in need throughout the world. Those not able to fill a shoebox are encouraged to purchase small gifts (hygiene items, small toys, crayons, small notebooks, etc.) and place them in the box in the narthex. Those items will be used to fill shoeboxes. A huge thank you to Jane Dykowski who wrapped the shoe boxes. For more information, please contact Pastor Cheryl Schalm
FELLOWSHIP OF CONCERN: Al Gunther, Everett Hard, Dave Schmoekel, Nancy Rabb, Pam Jones, Rosemarie Laslo, John Smith, Barbara Brewer, Julius Enesey, Justine Kimbler, Sandi Rose, Carol Wioncek, Sally Sigman, Joan Smarr, Barbara Gish, Vicki Simon, Cindy Twilliger, Blain Tayler, William Swan, Al Wierzbicki, Andrea Matney, Kelly Potter, Freeman Floyd, Anna Thomson, F. Scott Miller, Susan & Dennis Bennett, Tony Koths, 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.