First Christian Church

(Disciples of Christ)
A church of grace and welcome for all
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
is a movement for wholeness
in a fragmented world.
As part of the one body of Christ,
we welcome all to the Lords Table as God has welcomed us.
Gathering In
Gathering Time (community singing, sharing and announcements)
Call to Worship and Invocation John Riseland
Songs *Joy to the World CH 143
I Want Jesus to Walk with Me CH 627
Turning to God in Prayer (pray for global ministry partner - Hungary)
The Lords Prayer (see screen)
Songs In This Very Room CH 295
Halle-Halle-Hallelujah CH 41
Receiving Gods Word
Scripture Reading Bruce Radtke
Matthew 14:22-33 New Testament, page 16
Sermon Stepping Out Rev. Gary Shoemaker
Living Gods Grace
Offertory Sentences Margaret Brown
This is a sacred time of expressing our gratitude to God. Whether you
have an offering this Sunday or not, as you hold the plate in your hands,
give thanks to God and bless all that is given this day.
*Doxology CH 47
*Prayer of Dedication Margaret Brown
Communion Song This is the Place CP 160
Communion Litany (see screen)
Communion Prayer John Riseland
Receiving the Bread and Cup
All believers are invited. Come down the aisle of the nearest serving
station, break off a piece of bread and dip it into the cup. If you choose
not to come forward, someone will come to you to offer communion.
Moment of Silence (pray for homebound members of the congregation)
Sending Out
*Song of Invitation Precious Lord, Take My Hand CH 628
*Benediction Margaret Brown
*Closing Song Go in Peace CH 445
*Please stand if you are able
[CH is Chalice Hymnal, the red hymnal. CP is Chalice Praise, the purple songbook.]
Please silence your electronic devices.
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
August 10, 2014
10:20 a.m. The Gathering 10:30 a.m. Worship
Whether you attend the fair for the concerts,
the quilt displays, the ice cream, or the critters,
we welcome you to this place of worship.
Joys and Concerns
Please submit written requests
to update this list.
New to Our List:
Ethan Powers, 8 year old great
grandson of Bob and Marian Crim,
undergoing chemo and radiation as
he awaits bone marrow transplant
at Childrens Hospital in Seattle
Ongoing:
Caroline Bohl, Bob Fishers sister,
pending eye surgery
Dai sy Shoemaker , as s he
continues radiation treatments
Joanne Harrell, health concerns
Virginia Haldeman, recovering
from hip surgery
Bob Fisher, undergoing treatment
to slow or stop return of cancer
Neilan Hart, five year-old friend of
the Pages, now in remission
Donna Fairchild, health concerns
Helen Blaney recovering at home
Mac and Velma McDonald and
their son, Steve, health concerns
Disciples House Residents, past,
present and future
Iglesia de Dios, as together we
share Gods love
Raices Culturales and the children
in their gardening program in our field
Kristine Tissinger, missionary
partner in Ghana
Rev. Sandy Messick, Regional Minister
Rev. Sharon Watkins, General
Minister and President
Our General Church ministries
Yakama Christian Mission
Refugees around the world
All troops involved in world conflict
Peacemakers worldwide
Serving Today
Ministers, All of Us
Rev. Gary Shoemaker, Pastor
grshmkr@comcast.net 360.441.2000
Mary Ann Teeters
Finance/Membership Administrator
maryann44@comcast.net
Rev. Tamalyn Kralman
Director of Education & Community Outreach
bhamfcc@comcast.net 360.441.1900
Amelia Nye, Accompanist
Don Hoffman, Lock Up Elder
Marian Overcash, Linda Heyne,
Ardythe Hannah, Deacons
Sandy Grant & Lois Oswalt,
Greeters
Paul & Frankie Van Dyke, Flowers
1st & 3rd Sunday Deacons,
Fellowship Time
Lord, You have given me so much.
I ask for one thing: a grateful heart.
--George Herbert
Someone Cares! Community Meal
Today is our rst community meal. If you are able to assist in this exciting
and essential ministry to the hungry people of Whatcom County, please
see the sign-up sheet in the fellowship hall. Or, start setting tables,
serving people and be sure to stay to clean up afterwards! Special thanks
goes to our hard working task force: Ann Hall, Bruce Radtke, Brenda
Riseland, and Megan Shoemaker.
Learn More about Us
495 East Bakerview Road bhamfcc@comcast.net
Bellingham, WA 98226 bhamfcc.org
360.734.6820 Fax 360.734.6821
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Coming Up
Sunday, August 10
10:20 a.m. Gathering Time
10:30 a.m. Worship
11:45 a.m. Fellowship Time
2 p.m. Someone Cares!
Community Meal here at
First Christian Church
Monday, August 11
6:30 p.m. Stewardship Meeting
Tuesday, August 12
Noon Bible Study
Wednesday, August 13
Bulletin Deadline
Friday, August 15
Courier Deadline
Saturday, August 16
7:30 a.m. Mens Breakfast, Dennys
Sunday, August 17
8:30 a.m. Elders Meeting
10:20 a.m. Gathering Time
10:30 a.m. Worship
1:30 p.m. Spring Creek Worship
2 -5 p.m. Margaret and Lee Browns
Anniversary Celebration
Monday, August 18
5:30 p.m. Prayer Vigil for Peace in
the Middle East, St.
Innocent Orthodox
Church, Everson
Sunday, August 24
Noon Out-to-Lunch Bunch
Sunday, Sept. 7
Fall Schedule Begins
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10: 50 a.m. Gathering Time
11 a.m. Worship
Sunday, Sept. 14
Global Mission Sunday
2 p.m. CROP Hunger Walk
Sunday, Nov. 16
1-4 p.m. Alternative Holiday Market
Welcome! Whether this is your first time worshiping here or your thousandth,
we welcome you into this time of worship. May you find this place to be sacred
space and this time to be holy.
Membership questions? If you would like to place your membership with this
congregation, we invite you to come forward during the singing of the Song of
Invitation. If you have further questions, please speak to Pastor Gary.
Scent Sensitivities: Please be aware that many people have severe sensitivities
and allergies to scented personal products. In order to make First Christian
Church a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, please select
unscented products whenever possible.