Bulletin - Oct 07

October 7, 2018

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

301 N JEFFERSON ST

KITTANNING PA 16201

724-548-4312

E-MAIL: fumchurch@windstream.net

WEBSITE: www.firstchurchkittanning.com

PASTOR: Deb Kociban

ACCOMPANIST: Emily King

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Thursday 8:00-4:00 PM

Prelude

Opening Prayer

Ringing of the Call to Worship Bell

Welcome and Announcements

*Opening Hymn “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” No. 154

Children’s Sermon (All children through elementary are invited)

(Children Kindergarten through 6^th grade are dismissed for Children’s Church)

*Call to Worship The Apostle’s Creed, Ecumenical No. 882

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen.

*Gloria Patri No. 70

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.

Morning Anthem “Amazing Grace” Adult Choir

Joys and Concerns/Pastoral Prayer/Lord’s Prayer

(May fill out prayer cards at this time)

*Hymn “Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me” No. 361

Scripture Reading Hebrews 1:1-14 and 2:5-12 (N.T. p. 218)

Leader: This is the Word of God, for the people of God,

People: Thanks be to God.

God’s Word for Us

Service of Word and Table

Offering/Offertory/*Doxology

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly hosts; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

*Closing Hymn “There’s Something About That Name” (twice) No. 171

*Altar rail is open for prayer during the closing hymn.

*Benediction

*Please stand in spirit or in body

Ask an usher for a large print hymnal or bible or personal hearing device.

TRUNK OR TREAT

The Fellowship Committee is planning a Trunk-or-Treat for: WHEN: Saturday, October 27^th

WHERE: Covenant Center Lot

TIME: 4:00-6:00 PM

Please dress as your favorite super hero, favorite princess or prince, or favorite animal or favorite robotic… We can’t wait to see many different and unique costumes.

(Please no witches or devils) We will need volunteers for their trunks (We will love to see how you decorate them up) and candy donations. Watch your bulletin for more information.

NEW MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORIES ARE AT EACH DOOR AND IN THE OFFICE (If you have already picked up a directory, there is a change of zip code for Dan & Carol Wolfe. The zip should be 15044.)

YOUTH FUNDRAISER

The youth are selling 25% off shopping passes for Boscov’s. The shopping pass is good on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 from 8:00 AM- 11:00 PM. The shopping pass is $5.00 each which includes free refreshments and to register to win prizes. For more information see Melissa Flanders or Abby Yankasky.

OCTOBER MISSION FOCUS

Our October Mission Focus will be to replenish church funds for CAMPERSHIPS. These camperships will enable more of our members, especially our younger ones, to participate in summer camps. These camps are quite expensive (average costs are between $400-$600!) Prayerfully consider giving generously so more of our church family will experience God in an awesome way. Your giving will make a difference in their hearts and souls forever. God Bless.

OCTOBER SIFT LUNCHEON

The October SIFT Luncheon will be held on Thursday, October 18^th at noon in the Covenant Center. The program will be Special Olympics by Nicole Ramer. The menu is Vegetable soup, grilled cheese, relish plate, gingerbread. Reservations are due by Monday, October 15^th at noon.

FRIDAY NIGHT CIRCLE

The Friday Night Circle will meet Thursday, October 11^th at 7:00 PM in the covenant Center. The program will be FIGI-with Lynn Sibley & Sandy McKee. Devotions by Sarah Heckert and Hostesses are Mert Hellein & Patty Bruno.

COMMUNITY AWARENESS DAY-FAMIY CELEBRATION NIGHT

Monday, October 22^nd Lenape Vo-Tech will host the Community Awareness Day-Family Celebration Night from 4:30-7:00 PM in the gymnasium. The event will include free entertainment, crafts, games, and refreshments for children, teens, and families. All activities are provided at no charge.

OPPORTUNITIES AT OTHER CHARGE CHURCHES

MANORVILLE UMC

Everyone is invited to come to Casual Church at Manorville UMC on the second Wednesday of each Month at 6:00 PM. Free food, fun, music and Christian learning and fellowship! There will be plenty to do and enjoy for young and old alike. Please come! For more information call Sandy McKee at 724-763-9494. Wednesday, October 10^th—Panel Discussion: Practicing Christian Mindfulness (S. McKee, L Sibley, L Bennett, J Reeseman of MUMC)

Music: Praise Music and Darla Bernot will share some harmonica tunes.

Meal: Chicken and biscuits, coleslaw, assorted desserts

FORD MEMORIAL UMC

Thursdays-Soup & Sandwich dinner 4:00-6:00 PM Free-will accept donations.

Food Bank and Care & Share Shop- 2^nd & last Thursday 10:00-1:30 PM.

UNION AVENUE UMC

United Methodist Women, 1^st Monday of the month except for months with a holiday falling on Monday and during the summer. The meetings are held at the Kittanning Cottages Community Room at 4:00 PM.

Spaghetti Dinner-Saturday, October 27^th from 4:00-6:00 PM eat in or take out.

November newsletter deadline is Tuesday, October 16th

FIRST CHURCH WEEKLY CALENDAR

TODAY, October 7th

World Communion Sunday

9:30 AM Sunday School

11:00 AM Communion

MONDAY, October 8th

Columbus Day

TUESDAY, October 9th

8:30 AM 3R’s

6:00 PM Women’s Fellowship

6:30 PM Prayer Time-CC

7:00 PM New Found Freedom-CC

WEDNESDAY, October 10th

3:45 PM ARC Manor

6:00 PM Adult Choir

7:00 PM Worship Team

THURSDAY, October 11th

7:00 PM Friday Night Circle

SATURDAY, October 13th

6:30 PM We Surrender-CC

SUNDAY, October 14th

9:30 AM Sunday School

11:00 AM Worship

2:00 PM Camp 43-CC

THE FLOWERS on the altar are presented to the Glory of God in memory of my parents, Owen & Olive King, given by Donna & Norm King

THANK YOU to the following individuals for assisting with today’s service:

Usher Team: Oxford/Mark Ferguson & Communion

Worship Sound System: Bill Lemons

Acolyte: Joey Kachur & Hallie Hoffman

Welcome Center: Sarah Heckert

Scripture Reader: Kathy Piechowicz

Bell Ringer: Evva Yanoschick