Dear Members and Friends of Waterville United Methodist Church,
WORSHIP SERVICE THIS SUNDAY, MAY 13, 2018 at 10:30 AM:
The Gathering of God’s People
Welcome
Prelude – He Keeps Me Singing - Olga Topuzova-Meade
Call to Worship – Tom Quinn
Song of Worship – The Power of Your Love - YouTube address to listen!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9_0jiO5ZRM
Kinder Choir – A Gift from God & Love, Love, Love
Children’s Moment – Pastor Mike
Anthem – A Mother’s Prayer – Sanctuary Choir
Scripture – Luke 24: 44-53
Sermon – Receiving God’s Power – Pastor Mike
Hymn – Filled with the Spirit’s Power #537
Sharing God’s Tithes and Offerings
Offertory – New Born Again - Olga Topuzova-Meade
Doxology
Offertory and Dedication Prayer
Prayers of God’s People
The Lord’s Prayer
Hymn – Hallelujah! What a Savior #165
Benediction – Pastor Mike
Choral Benediction – Lord, Dismiss Us With Thy Blessing – Sanctuary Choir
Postlude – I Sing the Mighty Power of God - Olga Topuzova-Meade
Liturgist – Tom Quinn
Happy Mother’s Day!
In honor of each of our mother’s today, a $200 gift has been made to Sparrow’s Nest. The Sparrow’s Nest, a part of Cherry Street Mission, serves women who may come to them at all hours of the day for help. The Mission provides shelter, medical care, assistance with obtaining a degree, and employment counseling. They have a “No Wrong Door” policy meaning women will never be told that they have come to the wrong place.
May the Lord continue to bless their work.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Karl Kirkman
Noah’s Aunt Jenny
Bonnie Spychalski
Sandy Viviano
Baby Wesley
Praises for the birth of Wyatt Mason Studer, weighing 7 pounds and 19 inches long. Blessings to happy parents Kip and Rachel Studer along with big brothers Clay and Jase.
Ephesians 6:18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.
May Mission Focus – Supporting the Youth Group’s Week of Hope – Community Service Youth Mission Trip
What? Week of Hope – Community Service Youth Mission Trip
When? June 17-22, 2018
Where? Burtonsville, Maryland
Youth participant’s quote: “I went into this trip doubting God and what He could do, but during the week, God really opened up my eyes and showed me how awesome He is. This trip was really amazing. I grew in my relationship with God, as well as my relationship with my youth group family.” (Student, 2016)
Partner’s Impact Statements: “Having the youth here with us is such a joy, and both our volunteers and clients look forward to seeing them. They bring a ray of sunshine with
them that infiltrates the entire food pantry.” (Food Pantry)
“We enjoy having teens out to the Ranch to work with us on our goal of preparing the Ranch for homeless families and youth to live here. Their energy is great; their willingness to work is uplifting.” (Homeless Ministry)
Feel free to take a peek at the following link for a cool 3 minute video about this year’s theme called “Grit”:
Waterville Elementary Teacher Appreciation Lunch
We will once again honor the 60 teachers and staff at Waterville Elementary School on Friday, June 1st at 11:00 a.m. As before, we will need salads, desserts and helpers. There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board outside the secretary’s office. Please consider being a part of this outreach ministry. Thank you!!!
Youth Trip to Creation Museum and Ark Encounter
The youth group will be taking an exciting trip (June 1 & 2) to the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter in Kentucky. This is an amazing opportunity for the youth to learn more about God’s creation and discover the truths found in His Word. If you would like to help with the cost of this trip by making a financial donation, please make checks payable to WUMC (Memo: Youth Creation). We also appreciate your prayer support for those youth and leaders who will be making the trip. If you have any questions, please contact Adam or Stephanie Shelton.
Graduation Sunday June 3
On June 3 we will be recognizing graduates during the church service. We will feature the graduates in a slideshow and also celebrate their accomplishments with a special fellowship time of cake and punch. If you are graduating or have someone in your family graduating, please contact Stephanie Shelton (sshelton171@gmail.com). She will need to know where you are graduating from, major, future plans, and any other activities you were involved with. Also, if you would like to be included in the slideshow, please send Stephanie 5-8 photos of yourself at different ages (birth-present). Please send the photos electronically. Deadline for submitting the photos is May 25.
Ladies Reteat! Join us to see Priscilla Shirer, gifted Bible Study teacher, August 24-25 in Fort Wayne, Indiana for a transformative retreat filled with worship, fellowship and an in-depth study of God’s Word. A group price for 10 or more is only $59 per person! We can also split the cost of 3 motel rooms. The program begins Friday at 7 pm and ends at Noon on Saturday. Please sign up soon on sheet on the bulletin board. Tickets sell quickly! For more information, look on line at www.lifeway.com under Ministries/Women/Priscilla Shirer Live.
Good News!
Freedom School is coming soon! The school is from June 18 to July 27. WUMC has agreed to serve breakfast on the following Tuesdays: June 26, July 10 and July 24. It’s simple because it’s a cold breakfast day! The menu includes cereal, fruit and yogurt, so you may need to clean some fruit. Also, on May 20, we will be having a special guest speaker, Rev. Rae Lynn Schleif, who will give us some information about the school and what is planned for the children this summer. The sign-up sheet is up! Let’s make this mission a fantastic one!!!
Vacation Bible School is coming! Mark your calendar…Tell your friends! July 9th – July 12th - Ages 4 to Sixth Grade
Donation Items Needed for VBS:
1. Party Blowers (at least 6 inches in length)
2. Quart size zip-loc baggies
3. Black, ULTRA fine-tip Sharpie markers
4. Hot Glue sticks
5. 2 Hot Glue Guns
6. Empty plastic ice cream pails
You can drop-off your supplies to Stephanie Shelton or put them in the VBS Donation Box by the Community Room. The list will be updated each week as items are donated. If you have questions about any of the items, please contact Stephanie at sshelton171@gmail.com or 567-202-5035.
Operation Christmas Child
**OCC May Collection Items** Boy items- tools of all kinds, duct tape, flashlights (batteries) work gloves, wallets, watches, harmonicas, ball caps, balls (soccer ball), string or zip ties, utility apron or belt, eating utensils (spoons and forks only). A great opportunity to buy items for boys ages 10-14!
Service Opportunity: The Offering Counting Team is looking for a new member to assist with the collection, counting, recording, reporting and depositing of each week’s Sunday offering. It is completed following worship in teams of two and a calendar is maintained so everyone knows the days they are counting (once every 4-5 weeks) and who their partner will be. The process takes approximately one hour to complete. Attention to detail, accuracy and completeness are extremely important to insure correct documentation. If you are interested, please contact Tom Wiggins (financialsec@watervilleumc.org) or (419) 304-2254.
Waterville Family,
The “Church with the Warm Heart” has done it again to show the love of Jesus to others. Your expressions of appreciation and best wishes for my retirement adventures mean so much to us. You have taken me into your family, especially the prayers as Larry and I lost our brothers and then when I was in the emergency room with my Mom mean so very much. I count it all joy to know you as brothers and sisters in the Lord. May the Lord continue to bless you as this church proclaims the grace and truth of God’s Word.
Janet Poling
Psalm 31:3
Better FAMILIES - MAY 2018 Enriching Positive Personal Relationships is available at each entrance.
Isaiah 66:13a: “As a mother comforts her son, so I will comfort you.”
Sandy Clark
Secretary Thursday/Friday