Dear Members and Friends of Waterville United Methodist Church,
It is so important for everyone to be here this Sunday, September 16 as there will be a Special Church Conference immediately following the worship service. We will be voting on the New Building Design and reviewing the next steps. Our prayers continue as God leads and guides each one in our beloved church toward this very important decision. It is required for our members to personally be present at the Church Conference immediately after the Worship service this Sunday in order to vote on the decision for our proposed new building.
WORSHIP SERVICE THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2018 at 10:30 AM:
The Gathering of God’s People
Welcome
Prelude – Joshua Fit The Battle Of Jericho – Olga Topuzova-Meade
Invocation
Song of Worship – Thy Word – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ycs23FQDRI
Children’s Moment
Sharing of God’s Tithes and Offerings
Offertory – All Creatures Of Our God And King with All Hail The Power Of Jesus’ Name – Olga Topuzova-Meade
Doxology
Offertory and Dedication Prayer
Prayers of God’s People
The Lord’s Prayer
Anthem – Somebody’s Knocking – Sanctuary Choir
Scripture – Genesis 12:1-4 and Hebrews 11:8-12
Sermon – God’s Call – Pastor Mike
Closing Hymn – Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah - #127
Opening of the Special Church Conference – Rev. Rae Lynn Schleif
Liturgist – Nadia Taylor
Counters – Tom Quinn & Jerry Robinson
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Pastor Mike Denman
Alexis Reihing
ROCHE DE BOEUF - IMPORTANT! A Little Help Still Needed:
*We need at least one more person for the times slots of 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
*Also, looking for a person with a van or truck to assist Stephanie Shelton at the Roche de Boeuf booth on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 5:00 pm to help her take down the canopy, table, chairs, large wooden cross, OCC boxes, etc. and return them to the church. Please see or call Karen Wiggins (419-350-1211) if you are willing.
New Bible Studies…Was your plan to start one in the fall? Join us for fellowship and help to learn God’s Call for your life.
Group: Adult Bible Study
Meeting Place and Time: Fireside Room – Sundays at 9:00 am
Contact Person: Pastor Mike – 419-469-0156
New Study: Facing the Unknown – Mark Batterson
Summary: Many people feel like their life leads them from one path to the next with no certainty. Is this the right job? Is he or she “the one?” Is now the time to have kids? What do I do now? Am I even on the right path? In this study, we see Abraham living in the 21st century and ask, what might he think and feel with the incredible steps of faith God asked him to take. The Study will begin with a focus on God’s Call; then on to God’s Covenant, God’s Timing and God’s Provision.
Group: Woman’s Bible Study
Meeting Place and Time: 306 Ridgepoint Circle, Waterville - Mondays at 7:00 pm
Contact Person: Delores Young 419-878-8238.
New Study: Finding God in Desperate Moments
Summary: Jesus demonstrated the presence and power of God by performing miracles. Yet these miracles also have in common human desperation. This study will open our eyes to our need for Him and how weakness is an invitation for God to work powerfully in our lives.
Group: Adult Bible Study
Meeting Place and Time: Fireside Room –Tuesday at 7:00 pm
Contact Person: Pastor Mike – 419-469-0156
New Study: Facing the Unknown – Mark Batterson
Summary: Many people feel like their life leads them from one path to the next with no certainty. Is this the right job? Is he or she “the one?” Is now the time to have kids? What do I do now? Am I even on the right path? In this study, we see Abraham living in the 21st century and ask, what might he think and feel with the incredible steps of faith God asked him to take. The Study will begin with a focus on God’s Call; then on to God’s Covenant, God’s Timing and God’s Provision.
Group: M&M (Mary and Martha) Bible Study
Meeting Place and Time: Community Room - Wednesdays at 9:30 am
Contact Persons: Connie Kirkman at 419-878-6096 or Cindy Box at 419-877-5031
Current Study: Just Open the Door – Jen Schmidt
Summary: Hospitality is one of the best ways to live out the two greatest commandments: loving God with all your heart and your neighbor as yourself. During this Bible Study, look to Jesus as your model for hospitality. Discover how He lived a life full of interruptions, yet always welcomed people and invited them to follow Him. Learn to replace cultural expectations with biblical hospitality to create a legacy of invitation and reflect Jesus through simple acts of service.
Group: Thursday Morning B & B (Bible and Breakfast)
Meeting Place and Time: Dales in Waterville/Thursdays at 7:30 am
Contact Persons: Jim Page – 419-343-0714; Tom Wiggins – 419-304-2254
Current Study: My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers
Summary: This book provides thought-provoking meditations to cultivate a closer walk with God. Readers can gain a fresh perspective on how to grow in faith as they discover more about God and their relationship in Him.
YOUTH OUTREACH
The youth will be participating in a community outreach event on October 21 at Sunshine Children’s Home. They will be handing out candy to the residents and the public as a part of their Spooky Boardwalk. Please consider donating a bag of candy for this event. Candy will be collected through October 21. There will be a collection box by the community room.
We collected 60 Hygiene Kits and 63 School Kits! Thank you to all who supported this special ministry!
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10
Sandy Clark
Secretary Thursday/Friday
Waterville UMC
102 North Fifth Street
Waterville, OH 43566
419-878-3645