Announcements……

“BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS” Join Wayne Johnson today in Room 131 at 10:15 am!

Jolly Gaters Luncheon Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at 11:30 am. Meet us in front area of Smokey Bones Restaurant, 1203 Apple Glen Blvd. (Jefferson Point). For More information, contact Roy Horther at (260) 432-1524. Please join us for good food, fellowship and friends!

Beginning Tuesday, January 20th ... High School Bible Study will move to Tuesdays at Mocha Lounge with Pastor Chris and Kara Hackett at 6:30pm (to better meet the schedules of our busy youth) and our new Middle School and J12 Bible Study will be held on Wednesday nights from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the church.

Youth Group will be every Sunday evening, instead of twice a month, beginning this week! The youth have asked for more time together to connect and learn! We’re thrilled that they want more time to grow in their faith and form deeper friendships and that we can provide that for them. Thank you to Jessica Baughan, Kara Hackett and Mike Walter for stepping in to help Chris and Joan chap-erone this great group of youth!

Youth Winter Retreat ….”You are Loved” February 6th @ 4:00pm—Feb. 7th @ 9am. Permission slips are available at the New Generations’ Office or by contacting Pastor Chris or Joan Schell. Reg-istration ends Feb. 4th. Join us for a time of spiritual growth, planning 2015 activities and fun!

Vacation Bible Camp ~June 28– July 2nd and “That Thing” High School Camp ~ June 28th-July 3rd. Middle School youth are encouraged to attend a church camp or help at VBC. Yep, that means that for several hours each night during the week of June 28th your house could be quiet! Watch for further information and registration. Contact Joan Schell for more information.

Phyllis Lahr has her inspirational CDs available once again - Gems From My Heart - They will be selling in the MarketPlace for $10.00 each. Hurry and get yours, as they won’t last long!

On Thursday, January 9th, Me-’N-U served 78 meals to 67 hungry guests

Do you have an occasion to acknowledge on March 8th or April 5th? We still have these two dates open on the Flower Calendar. Save the date…..The Aldersgate Academy will have their BAKE SALE ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH after the 9:00 am service and before the 11:00 am service. More info to come.

Welcome... Christian Living in the

Real World

Getting Control of Your Life

The Aldersgate Community United Methodist Church 2417 Getz Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 260-432-1524

www.aldersgatecommunity.com aldersgatefortwayne@gmail.com

Worship Service Times Sunday 9:00a.m. & 11:00a.m.

Scripture Text Ephesians 4:11-13

B H A G

It just looks bad. Doesn’t it? “BHAG” Like something we don't really want anything to do with. “BHAG” Like a mess someone made, or a typo in an

important document, or a news reporter trying to use a foreign word.

“BHAG”

You’ve probably run across it elsewhere. It stands for “Big Hairy Audacious Goal.” Or as revised by Pastor Mike Slaughter in the Dare to Dream study

book we are using, a “Big Hairy Audacious God-purpose.” But then Dream

sounds better. More biblical anyway. Lots of dreams in the bible, but I haven’t stumbled across one BHAG anywhere.

Or have I? Not the phrase, certainly, or the acronym. But the concept?

I’ve been challenged by some who wonder if we need such a thing. Maybe there are those who do, and we are glad of them. The Moses’s of the

world; Paul, certainly the epitome of a BHAGer, David and Isaiah, Peter and

John the Evangelist. Now if the word BHAG exists anywhere in the bible it would be Revelation, don’t you think?

But that was them, and this is us. Isn’t it enough for us to trudge along

each and every day just doing the best we can? Maintaining a family, keep-

ing a job in an uncertain economy, treading water spiritually, maybe grow-ing a little stronger, moving a little closer, holding on to the practices that

seem to mean something to us even when on one else seems to think so. Isn’t that enough?

Yeah, maybe it is. But without a sight of something bigger, without a vision to sustain us, a dream to drive us, making the hard decisions is never going

to be easy. The Finance Committee has presented a draft budget, the church council and anyone interested will get to discuss and vote on it, ten-

tatively set for February 8th. I’d love to see you there. But there are hard decisions ahead of us. A difficult road. But I believe we are heading some-

where, and that somewhere is going to be good. For all of us. But are we

ready to be led by that vision through what may be some difficult traveling? I don’t know. But I hope and pray for a dream to guide us.

Shalom,

Our Mission: To Create Contagious, Christian Community That meets people in the midst of crisis and walks alongside to find solace and solution Our Ministry Staff

Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Derek Weber Associate Pastor & Pastor to Families: Rev. Christopher Millay

Worship and Music Pastor: Chuck Scott Worship Leader Genesis: Mike Walter Organist: Phyllis Lahr

Parish Visitor: Ellen Rhoades Senior Adult Ministries Coordinator: Roy Horther Director of New Generations’ Ministry: Joan Schell

New Generations’ Ministry Assistant: Trish Fry Cradle Care: Jill Harkless New Generations’ Volunteers with Youth: Jessica Baughan & Kara Hackett

Financial Assistant: Deb Eckler Organizational Support Specialist: Lisa Beerbower Tech Ministry Coordinator: Andrew White Volunteer Librarian: Mary Clark

Night Host: Ken Arend Custodians: Roy Horther & Tina Mihalec Volunteer Church Manager: David Carter

MySpace...notes from Pastor Derek

ME-’N-U IS CELEBRATING 4 YEARS OF MISSION WORK FEEDING THE HUNGRY IN FORT WAYNE! The number of lives touched and meals served over the years is too numerous to count and the volunteers who have helped cook, serve, set up and clean reach beyond 200! They will be celebrating with cake this Thursday evening. You are all invited to come one Thursday to share a meal and watch them serve our community. Keep this special mission in your prayers as they begin their 5th year of service.

Dear Aldersgate Friends, I want to thank you for all the prayers, cards, visits and rides home that

you provided for me during my various illnesses over the last few months. I truly appreciate all

Thank you to all who came to my assistance on Sunday, January 11th. I could not have been more loved or cared for than I was by the Aldersgate members. The phone calls, inquires of concern and most of all, the many prayers are greatly appreciated. I am so blessed to call Aldersgate “home.” ~ Lois Johnson

This Week aT aldersgaTe….

In Our Thoughts and Prayers:

Deidra Gulley, Diane Will & Joyce, Paul & Lydia Miller, Anne Weber, David Thompson, Janet Strauch, Julie Amos, Marilyn Kerner, Jean O’Shaughnessy, Elise Angelette & family, Steve, Mark Stier, Carol Klaehn, Kari Steinle, Gary Porter, Maggie Mae, Lee Aldridge, Vonda, Margie Ottinger, Nate Fink, Joyce DeLawter, Jack Filipowicz, Natalie Jones, Indiana Air National Guard -163d Fight-er Squadron Unit, children in need, Lindley Elementary School staff and students, the Inasmuch Ministry

SUN

1/18

9:00am - Heartbeat Worship, Sanctuary Sunday School for Kids Cradle Care, 0-2yrs., 120 10:00am - Fellowship, Everywhere - Fusion for Kids, 133 - Fusion for Youth (Prayer Stations), Down Under 10:15am - International Bible Study, 129 - Blessed are the Peacemakers, 131 11:00am - Genesis Worship, The Street Cradle Care, 0-2 years, 120 12:15pm - New Member Orientation, The Lounge 6:00pm - UMYF - Youth Group, Down Under

Music Rehearsals

MON

1/19

Office is Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

10:00am - Heartlinks Bible Study, The Lounge 1:00pm - Academy VCP Training, 129 7:00pm - Stephen Ministry, 129 7:30pm - AA, 133 - ALANON, 131

TUES

1/20

9:00am - Visiting Pastor’s Discipleship Class, 131 9:30am - Sermon Text Bible Study, 129 11:30pm - Jolly Gaters, Smokey Bones-Jefferson Point 6:30pm - Scouts, Down Under - High School Bible Study, Mocha Lounge 7:30pm - 12 Step, The Lounge - ALANON, 131 - ALATEEN, 200

6:00pm - Genesis Vocalists, Music Room

WED

1/21

11:00am - Phyllis Lahr Piano Lesson, 137 5:00pm - Worship Matters, 202 5:30pm - Kid’s Club, The Street 6:00pm - J12 Bible Study, Pastor Chris’s Office - Discipleship Bible Study, 200

6:00pm - Children’s Music Rehearsal, The Street 6:30pm - Handbell Rehearsal, Sanctuary

THURS

1/22 6:00pm - Me-’N-U Free Community Dinner, The Street - Big Book, 202

6:30pm - Wesley Singers, Music Room 7:45pm - Chancel Chorale, Music Room

FRI

1/23

SAT

1/24

7:30am - Heart First Men, The Lounge

SUN

1/25

9:00am - Heartbeat Worship, Sanctuary Cradle Care, 0-2yrs., 120 Three year olds - 5th grade begin in Worship with families & transition to classes following Children’s Time 10:00am - Fellowship, Everywhere - Fusion for Kids, 133 - Fusion for Youth (Prayer Stations), D.U. 10:15am - International Bible Study, 129 - Blessed Are The Peacemakers, 131 11:00am - Genesis Worship, The Street Cradle Care, 0-2 years, 120 6:00pm - UMYF - Youth Group, Down Under

Heartbeat Worship

One Foot in Front of Another!

JANUARY 18, 2015 - 9:00A.M. *INDICATES EVERYONE STAND - WHEN ABLE

BOLD TYPE INDICATES ALL SPEAK

ENTRANCE

GATHERING MUSIC “Aria” G.F. Handel “Panis Angelicus” Cesar Franck

GREETINGS AND MINISTRIES

PRELUDE “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” set. by Joel Raney

*CALL TO WORSHIP

*HYMN “Praise the Lord Who Reigns Above” Hymn #96

SERVICE OF THE WORD

CHILDREN’S MOMENT

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Holy God, you remain the same, and yet you always move among us in fresh ways. Open our eyes to see. Open our ears to hear. Open our minds that we might understand. Open our hearts that your word might take root within us. As the Scriptures are read and proclaimed, enlighten and enliven us, that we may have courage to follow where your Spirit leads. Amen.

SCRIPTURE Ephesians 4:11-13 The Word of the Lord: Thanks be to God

SPECIAL MUSIC “________________________” Mary Michalak soloist, Carol Jackson, liturgical dance

SERMON “Discovering Your Birthright”

Rev. Dr. Derek Weber

ANTHEM “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” Tune: Nettleton

After Bach’s Suite No. 1 in G for unaccompanied cello, arr. Rolland E. Martin

RESPONSE TO THE WORD

The Apostles’ Creed Hymnal Page #882

PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION Loving God, hear us as we pray for the church and for the world.

We pray for those around us: that those who suffer may come to know your comfort, and that you would rescue those who are in any kind of difficulty or

trouble Be present with them in their time of need, and lead us to bear their burdens alongside them.

We pray for our community, and lift up to you the many issues we face.

Guide our community leaders to work for the good of all. We pray for our neighbors in Allen County and around the world who do not know your love. Work in their

hearts with your grace, that they may see and hear and believe when we show them your love.

We pray for the world in which we live: for its people and leaders. Grant that all people may set aside hate for love and mutual respect. Let there be peace

where there is war or conflict. Guide us, and all of the people of this earth, to follow

the path on which you lead us.

WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS ~ Worship Assistant: Rev. Christopher Millay Organist: Phyllis Lahr Acolytes: Shelby Christ, Gwendolyn Krizon Music Participants: Wesley Singers, Brenda Henline-Piano Communion Guild: Ellie Nickeson, Leslie Kitch, Carolyn Ewing, Bob & Phyllis Kent, Judy Mullen, Kelly Borne, Ellen Rhoades, Marleen Scott Head Ushers: Jay & Dawn Wilhelm, Judy Mullen Flowers at the Cross: are given by Dave & Joyce Fate in memory of Courtney Fate ~ missing you for 5yrs…. Refreshment Hosts: by Members of the Outreach Committee

We pray for your Holy Church: for your people, deacons, elders, and

bishops. With the grace of your Holy Spirit, build up your Church. Teach us to be a holy people, set apart to live according to your word, yet sent forth to live and work

in the world. Equip us for the work of ministry, that we might build up the body of Christ. We choose to follow where you lead.

We pray for the communion of saints: for those who have gone before us,

and for those who will yet come. We are your church, O God. Grant that all peoples and nations might join together to proclaim your glory. For you are worthy of our

praise. We ask these things in the name of Christ, our Lord. Amen.

INVITATION As people who belong to God, we are invited to confess our sins. In so doing,

we receive the gift of God’s forgiveness and the power of God’s grace. Therefore,

let us confess our sins before God and one another.

CONFESSION Gracious God, even as you bless us, we fail to see. Even as you rain

manna upon our heads, we long for the fleshpots of Egypt. Even as you fill us to the full, we grumble about how we do not have enough. Even as you

prod us to move in new ways, we hold fast to the way things were. In so many ways we would rather be our own person than your people. We

desire our way rather than yours. Forgive us, O Lord. Forgive the

hardness of our hearts. Create in us hearts that are clean. Renew and restore our spirits, that we might follow wherever you lead. Amen.

PARDON AND THE PEACE

While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. That is how much God loves us. Because we are so loved, let us offer one another the peace of Christ.

OFFERING AND OFFERTORY “Here I Am, Lord” set. by Joel Raney

SERVICE OF THE TABLE

PRESENTATION OF OUR GIFTS

*OFFERTORY HYMN “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” Hymn #95

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Hymnal pg. 13

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.

RECEIVING THE BREAD & CUP “Seekers of Your Heart” arr. Teresa Wilhelmi

PRAYER AFTER RECEIVING

SENDING FORTH

*HYMN (verses 1, 3, 4) “O Church of God, United” Hymn #547

DISMISSAL WITH BLESSING