This Week at Aldersgate Today, July 6 9:00 am Revelation Class (208) 9:30 am Praise Band Small Group (211) 10:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 10:50 am Joyful Noise Singers 11:15 am Godspell Class (FH) 11:15 am Friendship Class (208), Seekers (108) 11:30 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) Monday, July 7 9:00 am District UMW (106) 6:30 pm COSA (111) 7:00 pm Member Care (HR) 7:00 pm Families Anonymous (108) Tuesday, July 8 10:00 am Quilter’s Guild (FH) 1:30 pm Alzheimers Support Group (FC) 5:30 pm Total Restoration Ministry (108) Wednesday, July 9 5:30 pm Small Group Prayer mtg. (108) 6:15 pm Covenant Discipleship (Parlor) 6:30 pm Class mtg. (106) 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (S) Thursday, July 10 6:00 pm Praise Band rehearsal (S) 6:30 pm Sweet Adelines (FH) 7:00 pm Class meeting (108) Friday, July 11 3:00 pm Thompson-Daniel Rehearsal (S) Saturday, July 12 8:00 am Sat. Morning Men’s Group (FC) 12:00 pm Thompson-Daniel Wedding

CAMP YOUNG

AT HEART

An Ecumenical Camp for

Adults of All Ages

August 25, 26, 27

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Registration Fee

$20 Individual / $35 Couple

Camp Young At Heart is

planned by an ecumenical

committee and is open to

all interested adults.

For more information, call

Broadus Memorial Baptist

Church at (434) 977-7381

or e-mail Rev. Chris Fuss,

pastorfuss@gmail.com.

Registration forms are

available: www.cvaumc.org.

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July 6, 2014

July 6, 2014 — Fourth Sunday After Pentecost — 10:00 AM Worship Service

Prelude “Prelude on ‘America the Beautiful’” Dennis Janzer Norman Allen, guest organist

Welcome Rev. Scott Davis Welcome to Aldersgate and to this worship experience! Please take a moment to sign the attendance pad found at the end of each pew and then pass it down to your neighbor. If you have a prayer request please complete the blue card found in your pews and pass it to the ushers during the opening hymn. Kindly silence all electronic devices as we prepare to worship. *Call to Worship Bill George Leader: We have come this day to learn about what God expects of us. People: Sometimes we really don’t want to know what God wants. We are afraid to make the commitments God seeks. Leader: God is persistent. God will not let us off the hook so easily. People: But we have failed so many times in the past. How can we possibly serve now? Leader: Open your hearts to receive forgiveness and healing. Listen to God. Be ready to work with God for hope, peace, justice and love. People: Be with us, Lord. Help us to turn around, to see you, to serve you, to witness to your Love. *Opening Hymn 698 “God of the Ages” NATIONAL HYMN *Opening Prayer Open our eyes, our ears, our hearts and spirits this morning, Lord, that we may be healed of our faithlessness, freed from our fears and anxieties, and placed on the pathways that lead to peace and service to you. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen. Come Now Children All children are invited to come forward as the congregation sings: “Come, now, children, this is your time; God loves you, we love you, you are the gift of our church!” Children’s Message Rev. Chris Fuss Following the Children's Message children may return to sit with their families or attend Children's Church (for children ages Pre-K through 5th grade) downstairs. Before Holy Communion all children will return to the Sanctuary to sit with their families to participate in Holy Communion together. Anthem “God Is My Shepherd” Gordon Young

Chancel Choir Scripture Lesson Luke 18:1-8 The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

Sermon “Parables from Godspell: The Persistent Widow” Rev. Scott Davis

Prayer is vital to a relationship with God! Please join us Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 6:30 PM in Room 108 for a hour of prayer, silence, and conversation.

One Minute Prayer of the Week! Each day at noon the Spiritual Growth Team is asking the congregation to pray in agreement with Bishop Cho for "the renewal and revival of Aldergate and all our churches.” Come Holy Spirit!

Summer Office Hours: Monday, 1:00 to 4:30 pm, Tuesday — Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Amy O’Brien, our Church Administrator, will be taking a vacation day on Mondays during the summer but will be available Tuesday - Friday.

SECURITY TEAM — There will be a brief training for those who have signed up to do the security check of our church on Sunday, July 13th following the 10am service. If you can not attend, please contact Deb Reynolds by e-mail at rynldsdeb@yahoo.com or at 295-8217. Thanks.

Come under the spell of Godspell with the Godspell Bible Study Group A Bible study of the scriptures contained in the play and movie of Godspell will be held this summer. Godspell is based on the gospel of Matthew. We will focus on a discussion of the many parables contained in the play including those on which the Godspell sermon series will be focused. This group meets after the 10:00 am service in the Fellowship Hall. So grab something at Sip ‘n Chat and join us as we prepare for the performance. Contact Lee or Rosalie Babbit at lbabbit@comcast.net with questions.

Financial statements will be mailed the week of July 20th. If you do not receive your copy, contact Don Fritz at donchv@comcast.net.

School Supply Drive AUMC will be providing school supplies for over 200 students at Greer Elementary School. The following is a list of items needed or, if you wish, you can make monetary donations to AUMC with SCHOOL SUPPLIES on the memo line. Donations may be left in the collection box located in the Welcome Center. Thanks for helping with this valuable ministry. Your Mission Team

SCHOOL SUPPLY SHOPPING LIST

Disinfecting wipes Gallon Ziploc bags Rulers Hand sanitizer Block erasers Bottled glue Crayons Scissors Dry erase markers Marble composition notebook Colored pencils Liquid glue Markers Wide ruled paper Pencil box Pencils Construction paper Highlighters Glue sticks Pocket folders

REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEERS AT THE EMERGENCY FOOD BANK — Would you like to join other members of Aldersgate who occasionally assist the Emergency Food Bank? AUMC volunteers are notified by email when large donations of food are expected to arrive at the Food Pantry. Groups of six to eight people work for 2-3 hours sorting and shelving the canned and boxed food. Please consider supporting this local mission. Contact Nancy Berman at 973-6555 or nancy.holliday.berman@gmail.com.

Have an announcement to put in the bulletin or e-Note? Please send your submissions to Aldersgate@cvaumc.org AND scottdavis@cvaumc.org. Weekly deadline is Wednesday NOON. Aldersgate needs more Acolytes and Crucifers this summer! Calling all kids grades 1 through high school! Please sign-up to be a crucifer or an acolyte this summer! The sign-up and information is located in the Sip and Chat area, and if you've never done this before, you can learn how very easily! This is a terrific way for kids of all ages to be engaged in worship at Aldersgate! Questions? Email kathrynbreid@gmail.com. Pave Our Lot/ Stock Our Kitchen: A fundraiser to raise funds for our parking lot while stocking Aldersgate's kitchen with new items! Laurie Davis and Deb Reynolds invite you to participate in our “Pampered Chef” fundraiser at AUMC to help raise money for the church parking lot campaign.

Here is how it works: order an item from the Pampered Chef catalog that is needed for the church kitchen. This item then goes to the kitchen while the funds from the commission go to the parking lot project. Come review the list of needed items and place an order at Sip and Chat on Sunday, July 20th, July 27th, or August 3rd.

You may also order online http://new.pamperedchef.com/pws/cvillesavortheflavor. At check out, be sure to click on “Concrete Chefs” so we get credit. Questions? Contact Laurie Davis at createcolor@gmail.com or Deb Reynolds at rynldsdeb@yahoo.com.

VBS at AUMC 2014 Wow! What a week we had in mid-June! Our team of leaders would love to thank each and every person who volunteered, prayed for us, donated items and/or made monetary donations. We appreciate all you did and the joy on the children and parents faces each night as they spent time learning about how much Jesus loved each of them while singing, dancing, doing crafts, playing games, and more shows how much your prayers and actions meant to them! We're especially proud of the children and volunteers who donated almost $180 to purchase 1 and a half goats through Heifer International. The passion they had for wanting to help others in this was a breath of fresh air and a brilliant way to start our summer! Let's continue praying for each person who participated in Vacation Bible School this summer, especially the wonderful children. So... who's ready for VBS 2015?!?

Hymn of Prayer 328 “Surely the Presence of the Lord”

Prayers of the People or Pastoral Prayer A pause follows each prayer which ends with: Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Offering Prayer Offertory “In Heavenly Love Abiding” Murray Bradshaw

Norman Allen, guest organist *Doxology 94 Praise 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!

Invitation

Confession and Pardon 8

The Great Thanksgiving 23 (Musical Setting D)

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. 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.

Giving the Bread and Cup All who are seeking to respond to the grace of Jesus Christ are invited to share in Holy Communion. Following the direction of the ushers, please move to the Communion station nearest you. Prayer after Communion Eternal 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 for others, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

*Hymn of Commitment 696 “America the Beautiful” MATERNA

*Benediction

*Passing of the Peace Leader: The peace of the Lord be always with you. People: And also with you. Please greet your neighbor as we move to Sip-N-Chat, to your left as you exit the sanctuary.

*Postlude “Postlude Fantasia” Robert Thygerson Norman Allen, guest organist

*stand as you are able

Aldersgate United Methodist Church — July 6, 2014 — 11:30 AM Service

Gathering “Come Now Is the Time to Worship/Open the Eyes of My Heart (a mash-up)”

Welcome To Aldersgate and to this worship experience! Please take a moment to sign the attendance pad found at the end of each pew and then pass it down to your neighbor. If you have a prayer request please complete the blue card found in your pews and pass it to the ushers during the opening hymn. Kindly silence all electronic devices as we prepare to worship. We hope this worship experience is uplifting and revitalizing for you!

Opening Worship Song “Spirit Break Out”

Children’s Message Rev. Chris Fuss Following the Children's Message children may return to sit with their families or attend

Children's Church (for children ages Pre-K through 5th grade) in room 106 downstairs. Following the Worship service they may be picked up by their parents/guardians.

Scripture Luke 18:1-8 The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.

Sermon “Parables from Godspell: The Persistent Widow” Rev. Scott Davis

Offering “Oceans”

Communion “Surrender” All who are seeking to respond to the grace of Jesus Christ are invited to share in Holy

Communion. Come to the Communion station as you feel led, receive a piece of bread, and dip the bread in the chalice. Following communion you may pray at the kneeler if you wish.

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. 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.

Community Moment: If you are feeling called to get connected at AUMC we encourage you to talk to one of the

greeters or pastors to see how to get started. Check out one of our Discipleship class meetings or join us at the next Coffee with the Pastor to learn more!

Send Off “Blessed Be Your Name”

Benediction

Please Pray For … Irylanna Butler; Alli Callender; Sandy Checchi; Nancy Clark; Victor Connor; Helen Counsell; Eugene Deane; Harry Fluharty; Tammy Fritz; Harold Fuss; June Moon Gaedecke; Chad Gittings; Kathryn Gray; Thomas Hamlin; Al Highsmith; Liz Hood; Nan Hutcherson; Roy Jones; Lillian LaRose; Zander Mawyer; Don & Pat Milleson; Art Oliver; Bill Pennington; Nancy Reed; Schwaner Family; Paula Smith; Bunny Taylor; Penny Troutman; Travis Whetzel; Ernestine Williams; Dannie Wright

The Altar flowers today are given to the glory of God, in celebration of their wedding anniversary, and in honor of their children by Rick and Susan Reed.

PARKING LOT CAMPAIGN

Aldersgate has received a very generous anonymous matching donation of $25,000 to be used specifically for the badly needed paving of our parking lot. Trustees are investigating options from several local contractors and considering bids from each company. Of course, the more money raised, the more can be accomplished. We are confident that our Aldersgate community will be able to fully match this donation, to achieve a goal of $50,000. This money would provide paving from Rio Road (office entrance), down the side of the building, the back of the church lot, and ending at Mallside Road. The three trees in the center of the parking lot near the shed would also be removed to add more parking spaces. Paving of the grass parking area is not included in the bids. However, if our goal of $50,000 is exceeded, this area could also be considered for paving.

Please prayerfully consider how you may contribute to our parking lot campaign. Aldersgate opens its doors weekly for use to many non-profit organizations, district church meetings, and to the thousands who pass through our doors during our Consignment sales. The most frequent negative comment we hear from potential new members and people using our church facility is the parking lot. It is past time to make the outside of our church building as attractive as our inside to those who enter our doors. I challenge each of you to be a generous and “cheerful” giver as we move forward in this new initiative for our church. Please make your checks payable to Aldersgate United Methodist with “parking lot campaign” in the memo line. God Bless each of you and our church.

FREE GODSPELL TICKETS will be available at Sip & Chat! Performances are 7:30 pm Jul 31, Aug 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 7th, 8th, 9th (limited number), 10th in the former sanctuary. Dinner theatre -- 6:00 pm on Aug 9--Tickets $6 each or $24 for families of 5 or more.

The Evangelism Team is asking for volunteers to distribute flyers prior to the performances and to serve as greeters and ushers on performance days. Please contact Sybil Robertson at Sip & Chat or wrsr@comcast.net or 973-4470.