A SERVICE of CELEBRATION

and THANKSGIVING to GOD

for the MINISTRY of
THE REVEREND STEPHEN DAVID HAINES






FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Sunday 29th June 2014
at 8:30 and 11:00 in the morning



















o all the good you can.
By all the means you can.
In all the ways you can.
In all the places you can.
At all the times you can.
To all the people you can.
As long as ever you can.

John Wesley























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THE MISSION OF FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IS TO MAKE AND NURTURE CHRISTIAN
DISCIPLES THROUGH THE PRESENCE AND POWER OF GOD.

THE ORDER OF DIVINE SERVICE
The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

OPENING VOLUNTARY
Pice dorgue, BWV 572 Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)

CALL TO WORSHIP (responsively)
will tell of Your name to my brothers and sisters, and lead them in praise.
You did not despise the afflicted nor turn a deaf ear when they
cried to You.
All the ends of the earth shall turn to You, O God;
all families shall worship the Lord.
We will tell of Your deeds to those who follow, and proclaim
Your deliverance to all.
Let us praise the Lord and worship His Holy Name!

PROCESSIONAL HYMN HYMN TO JOY
oyful, joyful, we adore Thee, God of glory, Lord of love;
Hearts unfold like flowers before Thee, opening to the sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness; drive the dark of doubt away;
Giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day!
All Thy works with joy surround Thee, earth and heaven reflect Thy rays,
Stars and angels sing around Thee, center of unbroken praise.
Field and forest, vale and mountain, flowery meadow, flashing sea,
Singing bird and flowing fountain call us to rejoice in Thee.
Thou art giving and forgiving, ever blessing, ever blessed,
Wellspring of the joy of living, ocean depth of happy rest!
Thou our Father, Christ our Brother, all who live in love are Thine;
Teach us how to love each other, lift us to the joy divine.
Mortals, join the happy chorus, which the morning stars began;
Father love is reigning oer us, brother love binds man to man.
Ever singing, march we onward, victors in the midst of strife,
Joyful music leads us Sunward in the triumph song of life.
Henry J. Van Dyke
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PRAYER OF CONFESSION (in unison)
e pray for forgiveness this day.
For choosing power over service, forgive us.
For seeking glory rather than humility, forgive us.
For pushing ourselves to the front,
when our presence is needed on the sidelines, forgive us.
Help us know where we are needed
and how best to serve you and your people.
Guide us to your side, that we might be your hands of healing
and compassion for a world in need.
In Christs name, we pray. Amen.

WORDS OF PARDON AND ASSURANCE
or God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,
that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world,
but to save the world through him.
In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven.
The congregation responds: Thanks be to God!

ANTHEM, sung by the choir. Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)


how amiable are thy dwellings; thou Lord of hosts! My soul hath a
desire and longing to enter in to the courts of the Lord: My heart and
my flesh rejoice in the living God. Yea, the sparrow hath found her an house
and the swallow a nest where she may lay her young: Even thy altars O Lord
of hosts, my king and my God. Blessed are they that dwell in thy house: They
will be alway praising thee. The glorious majesty of the Lord our God be upon
us: prosper thou the work of our hands upon us. O prosper thou our handy
work, o prosper thou our handy work.

O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, our shelter from
the stormy blast, and our eternal home.

Psalm 84; Psalm 90




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PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

THE HOLY GOSPELMark 10:35-45

THE SERMONWhat Does it Mean to Be First?

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (in unison) The Apostles Creed

believe in God the Father Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth;
And 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, dead, and buried;
the third day he rose from the dead;
he ascended into heaven,
and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty;
from thence he shall come to judge the quick 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.

THE OFFERING

All who have gathered to worship are invited to register attendance
by signing the worship pad at the end of each pew.










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AT THE OFFERTORY, ANTHEM John Rutter (b. 1945)


ook at the world, everything all around us
Look at the world and marvel every day.
Look at the world: so many joys and wonders,
So many miracles along our way.

Praise to thee, O Lord for all creation.
Give us thankful hearts that we may see
All the gifts we share, and every blessing,
All things come of thee.

Look at the earth bringing forth fruit and flower,
Look at the sky the sunshine and the rain.
Look at the hills, look at the trees and mountains,
Valley and flowing river, field and plain. Refrain.

Think of the spring, think of the warmth of summer
Bringing the harvest before winter's cold.
Everything grows, everything has a season,
Till it is gathered to the Father's fold: Refrain.

Every good gift, all that we need and cherish.
Comes from the Lord in token of his love
We are his hands, stewards of all his bounty
His is the earth and his the heavens above. Refrain.

J.R.

AT THE PRESENTATION DOXOLOGY WITH ALLELUIAS
raise God, from whom all blessings flow;
praise God, all creatures here below:
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise God the source of all our gifts!
Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts!
Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

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PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

THE INVITATION

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
he Lord be with you
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them up to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.

(The celebrant continues...)
And so, with your people on earth
and all the company of heaven
we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is He that comes in the name of the Lord
Hosanna in the highest.

(The celebrant continues...)
And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ,
we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice,
in union with Christs offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith:
Christ has died; Christ is risen; Christ will come again.

(The celebrant continues...)
All honor and glory is yours, almighty God, now and forever. Amen.

THE LORDS PRAYER (in unison)
ur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed by thy name.
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
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At the ushers direction, please proceed to the appropriate station to receive the sacrament.
After receiving the sacrament, please return to your pew by the side aisle
and join the choir in the singing of the following hymns of Charles Wesley:

A READING

shoot shall come out from the stump of Jesse,
and a branch shall grow out of his roots.
The spirit of the LORD shall rest on him,
the spirit of wisdom and understanding,
the spirit of counsel and might,
the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the LORD.
Righteousness shall be the belt around his waist,
and faithfulness the belt around his loins.
The wolf shall live with the lamb,
the leopard shall lie down with the kid,
the calf and the lion and the fatling together,
and a little child shall lead them.

Isaiah 11

HYMN sung to the tune, HYFRYDOL
ome, Thou long expected Jesus
Born to set Thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us,
Let us find our rest in Thee.
Israels Strength and Consolation,
Hope of all the earth Thou art;
Dear Desire of every nation,
Joy of every longing heart.
Born Thy people to deliver,
Born a child and yet a King,
Born to reign in us forever,
Now Thy gracious kingdom bring.
By Thine own eternal Spirit
Rule in all our hearts alone;
By Thine all sufficient merit,
Raise us to Thy glorious throne.
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A READING

hile they were there, the time came for Mary to deliver her child. And
she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth,
and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn. And
in that region there were shepherds living in the fields, keeping watch over
their flock by night.

Then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the
glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.

But the angel
said to them, Do not be afraid; for seeI am bringing you good news of
great joy for all the people:

to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior,
who is the Messiah, the Lord.

Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on
earth peace among those whom he favors!

The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke

HYMN sung to the tune, MENDELSSOHN

ark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the newborn King!"
Peace on earth, and mercy mild,
God and sinners reconciled
Joyful, all ye nations, rise,
Join the triumph of the skies;
With th' angelic host proclaim,
"Christ is born in Bethlehem."
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the newborn King!"

Hail! the heav'n born Prince of peace!
Hail! the Son of Righteousness!
Light and life to all he brings,
Risen with healing in his wings
Mild he lays his glory by,
Born that man no more may die:
Born to raise the sons of earth,
Born to give them second birth.
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the newborn King!"



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A READING

hen they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified
Jesus.

Then he said, Father, forgive them; for they do not know what
they are doing. There was also an inscription over him, This is the King of
the Jews.
Luke 23; John 19; Matthew 27; Mark 15


HYMN sung to the tune, SELENA


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A READING

he angel said to the women, Do not be afraid; I know that you are
looking for Jesus who was crucified.

He is not here...

Suddenly Jesus met
them and said, Greetings! And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and
worshiped him.

Then Jesus said to them, Do not be afraid; go and tell my
brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.

Matthew 28

HYMN sung to the tune, EASTER HYMN
hrist, the Lord, is risen today, Alleluia!
Sons of men and angels say, Alleluia!
Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia!
Sing, ye heavens, and earth, reply, Alleluia!
Lives again our glorious King, Alleluia!
Where, O death, is now thy sting? Alleluia!
Once He died our souls to save, Alleluia!
Where thy victory, O grave? Alleluia!
Soar we now where Christ hath led, Alleluia!
Following our exalted Head, Alleluia!
Made like Him, like Him we rise, Alleluia!
Ours the cross, the grave, the skies, Alleluia!

A READING

hen the day of Pentecost had come, the disciples were all together in
one place.

And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the
rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting.

Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on
each of them.

All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak
in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability.

Acts 2




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HYMN sung to the tune, AZMON
for a thousand tongues to sing
My great Redeemers praise,
The glories of my God and King,
The triumphs of His grace!
My gracious Master and my God,
Assist me to proclaim,
To spread through all the earth abroad
The honors of Thy name.
Jesus! the name that charms our fears,
That bids our sorrows cease;
Tis music in the sinners ears,
Tis life, and health, and peace.
In Christ your Head, you then shall know,
Shall feel your sins forgiven;
Anticipate your heaven below,
And own that love is heaven.
A READING

ow the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus
had directed them

when they saw him, they worshiped him; but some
doubted.

And Jesus came and said to them, All authority in heaven and on
earth has been given to me.

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations,
baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,

and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And
remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.

Matthew 28









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HYMN sung to the tune, FESTAL SONG
charge to keep I have,
A God to glorify,
A never-dying soul to save,
And fit it for the sky.
To serve the present age,
My calling to fulfill:
O may it all my powers engage
To do my Masters will!
Help me to watch and pray,
And on Thyself rely,
Assured, if I my trust betray,
I shall for ever die.
A READING

saw heaven standing open andHe who was seated on the throne said, I
am making everything new! Then he said, Write this down, for these
words are trustworthy and true. It is done. I am the Alpha and the
Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without
cost from the spring of the water of life. Those who are victorious will inherit
all this, and I will be their God and they will be my children.

Revelation 19:11b; 21:5-7

Solo, from Exsultate, jubilate, K. 165 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-91)

lleluia.



POST-COMMUNION PRAYER (in unison)

ternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which
you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the
world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves to others, in
the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

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RECESSIONAL HYMN sung to the tune, DARWALLS 148TH
ejoice, the Lord is King! Your Lord and King adore;
Mortals give thanks and sing, and triumph evermore;
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice;
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice!
Jesus, the Savior, reigns, the God of truth and love;
When He had purged our stains He took His seat above;
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice;
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice!
His kingdom cannot fail, He rules oer earth and Heavn,
The keys of death and hell are to our Jesus givn;
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice;
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice!
Rejoice in glorious hope! Jesus the Judge shall come,
And take His servants up to their eternal home.
We soon shall hear tharchangels voice;
The trump of God shall sound, rejoice!
DISMISSAL WITH BLESSING

VOLUNTARY
Final, from Symphony I Louis Vierne (1870-1937)

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At these times, the congregation stands.











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THE STAFF-PARISH RELATIONS COMMITTEE
CORDIALLY INVITES THE CONGREGATION AND GUESTS
TO A RECEPTION HONORING STEVE HAINES
IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL FOLLOWING THE
ELEVEN OCLOCK SERVICE.


THOSE LEADING DIVINE SERVICE

The Reverend Stephen D. Haines
Senior Pastor and Celebrant


The Reverend Rhonda Hermann
Deacon Associate


Annah Poteat-Godwin
Mr. Tom Disseler
Liturgists


Mr. Matthew Michael Brown
Director of Music and Organist


LuLu Richardson
Soprano Soloist


The Chancel Choir















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THE FLOWERS ADORNING THE ALTAR ARE
PRESENTED TO THE GREATER GLORY OF GOD
AND IN THANKSGIVING FOR THE MINISTRY OF
THE REVEREND STEPHEN DAVID HAINES.



THOSE SERVING TODAY
8:30 A.M. SERVICE

ACOLYTE Sarah Roakes
ALTAR GUILD Nancy Schoch
OUTSIDE GREETERS Krista Watts and Marlene Spencer
GUEST REGISTRARS Sarah Hill
USHERS Donald Hylton, Gerald Dymond, Susan Fraley
and Steve Schoch
SECURITY Frances Miller and Henry Buck
NURSERY Gloria Matthews and Laura Collins
Nurseries are available for newborn-4 years of age


THOSE SERVING TODAY
11:00 A.M. SERVICE

ACOLYTES Chloe, Ethan and Liam McGee
ALTAR GUILD Regina Faggart
GUEST REGISTRAR Sarah Hill
OUTSIDE GREETERS Janice & Gary Applewhite
USHERS Rowland Fowler, Captain, Ken Hollar, Co-Captain,
Kesley & Jarrett Bradshaw, Mike Hughes,
Doug Leonard, Darrell Lewis, Scott Maphis,
Wayne Saleeby, Betty & Bob Slife and Rob Watts.
SECURITY Frances Miller and Henry Buck
NURSERY Gloria Matthews and Laura Collins
Nurseries are available for newborn-4 years of age











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ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Lunch Bunch will gather today at Applebees, located at 205 Faith Road at 1 p.m.

Please be in prayer for Camp Discovery campers, mentors, and all that are working
with the camp this week. Camp Discovery participants will return July 11.

Childrens Ministry Summer Volunteer Opportunities: Please consider volunteering
to help with our Summer Sunday School or Childrens Church. All curriculum is
provided; two adults are needed for each classroom. You may volunteer for any
Sunday this summer. For Childrens Church, volunteers are needed to assist Rhonda
on July 27; and August 10, 17.

Stephen Ministry visits will be made by Darrell Lewis on July 4 and Phyllis Hanna on
July 11.

Our Preschool is now enrolling children for the 2014-15 school year. We have
openings in the 2, 3, and 4 year old classrooms. For more information, contact
Lindsay Wineka at 704-636-8778.

Casting Queens will not have meetings in July or August. If you would like to meet
during those months, please call Carol Hylton at 704-855-1457 to set-up a time.

Please be mindful of our neighbors and not park against the adjacent buildings in the
alley or in other designated spaces.

Doorstep Visitors will be Karla Swanson on June 29 and Jean West on July 6.

Join us for an Ice Cream Social on July 20 at Ellis Park to welcome the Conforti
Family. The social begins at 4 p.m. If you are willing to supply ice cream or cookies,
please contact Cindy Oakes at soakes1@carolina.rr.com or 704-637-6733.

The fabulous Fun Bunches will gather for a potluck dinner to reshuffle groups on
Thursday, July 17. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the feast will be in the Fellowship Hall.
All adults are welcome! Join us for fun, food and fellowship. For more information,
call Linda Brown at 704-633-3262 or Peggy Lutz at 704-209-6280.





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If you have not picked up your new pictorial directory, Dave Collins will be in the
fellowship hall between services on July 13 to distribute complimentary copies to
those who had their picture made. Others may purchase a directory for $15.00.

On Sunday, July 20, our church children are invited to the Fellowship Hall during the
Sunday School hour for a Meet the Conforti Family Party! Come meet Pastor Mark,
his wife Mary Allen and their children Connor, Tyler and Mia. We will play games
and eat cake! All we need is you!

Meals on Wheels of Rowan County is partnering with United Way for its annual
Takeaway Fundraiser. Tickets for a meal at Salisburys Outback Steakhouse are $15,
with a choice of 6 oz. sirloin, grilled chicken, or salmon. Tickets are valid for
takeaway only at this location during the month of July. Tickets may be purchased at
the Meals on Wheels office or at the meal delivery sites. For more information, call
the Meals on Wheels office at 704-633-0652.


























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CALENDAR

Sunday, June 29
8:30 a.m. Service of WorshipNave
9:45 Sunday School
11:00 Service of WorshipNave
12:00 p.m. Reception for the Haines Family
in the Fellowship Hall

Monday, June 30
10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting
6:00 p.m. Girl Scouts Meeting

Tuesday, July 1
2:00 p.m. Chrismon Class

Wednesday, July 2
2:00 p.m. Bulletin Deadline

Thursday, July 3
10:30 a.m. Disciple II Class
7:00 p.m. AA
8:00 Alanon

Friday, July 4
Church Office Closed

Saturday, July 5
7:00 p.m. AA

Sunday, July 6
Camp Discovery
8:30 a.m. Service of WorshipNave
9:45 Sunday School
11:00 Service of WorshipNave



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