THIS WEEK'S ACTIVITIES AT ALBRIGHT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ALBRIGHT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

November 8, 2009 Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost 10:30 a.m.

Greeting, Welcome of Guests, Parish Notices

Please complete the attendance book and pass it on.

We pray that God will bless and encourage your life during our time together.

You are invited to leave the world’s distractions behind

—cell phones, pagers, and alarms—

and center your heart and soul on God.

THE PRELUDE Pat Purkey

THE LIGHTING OF THE ALTAR CANDLES Jessica Douglas & Katie Schulz

V THE CALL TO WORSHIP David Miller, Liturgist

Come, people of God, now is the time to worship.

We come knowing that we will be welcome here.

Come, ready to put your heart, soul, mind, and strength into worshiping God.

We come seeking ways to grow closer to God and to deepen our faith.

Come, ready to be called and stretched into new and significant ways of mission and service.

We come with hearts to love and hands to share. We come with

a spirit of Extravagant Generosity and joy.

( The “ V ” is the sign for the congregation to stand.)

V HYMNS OF PRAISE “America” 697

LITANY (Red Insert) Donna Evans

Litany For Veterans Day

World War I ended on November 11, 1918, with the signing of the Armistice by the Allies and Germany. In the first Armistice Day proclamation in 1919, President Woodrow Wilson called for the nation to remember those who had died in their country’s service and to make the day an opportunity for America to “show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nation.”

Armistice Day became Veterans’ Day by an act of Congress in 1954. President Eisenhower called on the nation to remember the sacrifices of those who fought in all our nation’s wars, to celebrate the contributions of all veterans of military service, and to rededicate ourselves to the task of promoting an enduring peace. It is Eisenhower’s call that remains the three-fold purpose of Veterans’ Day: remembering those who fought and died, celebrating all veterans, and promoting an enduring peace.

Today, we come to honor all who have served in our country, both in war and in peace. Let us give thanks to God for the land of our birth with all its chartered liberties. For all the wonder of our country’s story:

We give you thanks, O God.

For leaders in nation and state, and for those who in days past and in these present times have labored for the commonwealth:

We give you thanks, O God.

For those who in all times and places have been true and brave, and in the world’s common ways have lived upright lives and ministered to their fellows:

We give you thanks, O God.

For those who served their country in its hour of need, and especially for those who gave even their lives in that service:

We give you thanks, O God.

Let us pray. God of the ages, we thank You for all who have served in the armed forces of this country. We thank You for the freedom their sacrifice has earned and guarded for us. Help us to prize this freedom and use it well. We ask You to bless all living veterans in a special way today, as well as the families of all veterans. Comfort those who grieve for those who gave the last full measure of devotion. Strengthen those who bear physical, emotional, and spiritual wounds. Stand with those who provide care to them. Move us to reach out to sisters and brothers who are veterans, or relatives of veterans, or who currently serve in the military. We pray for the day when no one needs to serve in the military. Help us to live now in anticipation of that day, as people who long for peace, who pray for peace, and who seek to be peacemakers in this world. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen

Will the Veterans in attendance please stand.

Russell Allen	US Army	July 1942 – Nov 1945
Bob Anthony	US Air Force	Oct 1955 – Dec 1961
Courtney Blankenship	US Army	April 2004 – Sept 2008
Justin Blankenship	US Army	July 1999 - Current
Bill Brown	US Arm Air Force	Aug 1942 – Sept 1945
Royce Caldron	US Army	May 1970 - May 1973
Allan Coppock	OK National Guard US Army	1972-73, 1976 – Feb 2008 1973 -76
Christopher Coppock	US Army VA National Guard	Sept 2001 – June 2004 June 2004 – Current
Alan Crockett	US Army Reserve	April 1964 – March 1970
Jim Daniel	US Army	1955 – 1957
Donna Evans	US Army WAC	June 1949 – June 1953
Calvin Golliver	OK Army National Guard	Mar 1970 – Feb 1976
Paul Holcomb	US Navy	July 1942 – July 1948
Pete Hurd	US Navy	1957 – 1961
James Kanelakos	US Army	1969 - 1977
John Lansdown	US Coast Guard	Sept 1941 – Nov 1945
Eldridge Manering	US Navy US Navy Reserve	Jan 1945 – Aug 1946 Aug 1946 – Aug 1951
Rebecca Dover Marsh	US Army WAC	1972 - 1974
Charlie Miller	US Air Force	Jan 1968 – Jan 1972
Stuart Paisley	US Army	Mar 1944 – May 1946
Dick Powell	US Army	Feb 1951 – Dec 1956
Bob Robbins	US Army	1956 – 1959
David Robbins	US Army KS National Guard	Aug 1961 – Aug 1967 1980 – 1995
Joe Robinson	US Army Reserves	May 1970 – May 1978
Mary Stanton	US Marine Corps	Apr 1971 – Apr 1975
Gene Warner	OK National Guard US Army	Feb 1960 – Feb 1964 July 1960 – Dec 1960
Willis Webb	US Air Force	Oct 1942 – Nov 1945
Leroy Welch	US Navy	July 1943 – May 1946
Lonnie Wittmer	US Army	Mar 1957 – Apr 1959

For the family members who have made great sacrifices in order to make it possible for their service members to be on watch at home or around the world or to go into harm’s way,

We ask for your blessing.

For the families who grieve the death of a member who went in harm’s way, never to return,

We ask for your blessing.

O almighty God and most merciful Father, as we remember these your servants, remembering with gratitude their courage and strength, we hold before you those who mourn them. Look upon your bereaved servants with your mercy. As this day brings them memories of those they have lost awhile, may it also bring your consolation and the assurance that their loved ones are alive now and forever in your living presence.

Let us pray. Keep all our veterans in your care today. Grant them the peace they sought to preserve for others. As we honor our veterans, we also pray for peace. Teach all your people the ways of peace that those who have sacrificed so much for peace and freedom will not have done so in vain. We pray all these things in the name of your son, our savior, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

ANTHEM “An American Medley” Pat Purkey

Sanctuary Choir

CHILDREN’S MOMENTS Lynnita Miller

FIRST LESSON Maliciah 3:6-12 Kay Anthony

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Reverend Joe Robinson

CALL TO PRAYER Sanctuary Choir

PASTORAL PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER 895

THE OFFERING

THE OFFERTORY Jason Stillwell

V THE DOXOLOGY “Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow” 94

V GOSPEL LESSON Mark 12:38-44 David Miller

V SERMON HYMN “This is My Father’s World” 144

SERMON “Extravagant Generosity” Reverend Joe Robinson

V HYMN OF INVITATION “I Surrender All” 354

verses 1,2,3,5

An invitation: You may come to the altar for prayer or meditation. If you wish to profess your faith in Jesus Christ, to transfer your church membership, or to renew your commitment to Christ, you are encouraged to come forward at this time.

V PRAYER IN UNISON David Miller

Source of Life and All That Is, Giver of Every Good Gift, we are humbled and

amazed by your generosity. You have blessed our lives with so much – the

breath of life and the grace of salvation. Teach us, O God, to pass on your

generosity. Help us to be joyful givers. Make us good stewards of all with which

we have been entrusted. For the work of your Kingdom and the future of your

church, enable us to give of our first fruits and not just from our leftovers.

In Christ’s name we pray. Amen.

BENEDICTION Sung to the tune of “Come Thou Almighty King” – No. 61

Congregation

Christ to the world we take,

The world for Christ awake,

Yours I return:

With generosity,

All you have given me,

I give it back to Thee,

Jesus my Lord!

THE POSTLUDE Jason Stillwell

V Denotes to please stand, as you are able.

Altar Flowers

The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God

and in honor of Steve Sanders birthday and in memory of Jay Sanders.

Amplified Hearing Assistance Devices

Amplified hearing assistance devices are available for those who have difficulty

hearing the worship service. Please ask an usher for assistance.

Children’s Bulletins

Children’s bulletins and colored pencils are in the bookcase at the back of the sanctuary.

Nursery Available

A nursery is available for your children, ages Kindergarten and under,

during all or part of the worship service. Please ask an usher for assistance.

Prayers of Joys & Concerns

Prayers of Joys & Concerns cards are at the back of the church and in Sunday School Classes.

Please write down concerns or joys you wish to have included in our morning prayers.

Place the card in the basket next to the Prayers of Joys & Concerns cards.

We are delighted you have chosen to worship with us today.

Please come and worship with us again.

If you are looking for a church home we invite you to make Albright your church family .

Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors

The People of the United Methodist Church Ô

Albright United Methodist Church n 128 S. Palm n Ponca City , OK 74601 Telephone: 580-765-6432 Pastor Cell Phone: 580-763-0386 Church Office: albrightumc@sbcglobal.net n Pastor: aumcpastor@sbcglobal.net Web site: www.AlbrightUMC.org Church Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Joe Robinson, Pastor Chera Brewer, Administrative Assistant Theodore Spraggins, Custodian Pat Purkey, Director of Music		Jason Stillwell, Pianist Randy and Tommie Dehn, Youth Directors Melissa Bradley, Nursery Cleto LeClair, Nursery

Albright United Methodist Church 2009 Apportionments

District Apportionments Paid in Full

Albright United Methodist Church 2009 Apportionments

Apportionment                                                                     Amt Due                Amt Paid             Balance 

Conference Apportionment balance as of 11/03/2009 –

District Apportionments Paid in Full

WORSHIP PLANS FOR SEPTEMBER  2009

SEPTEMBER 2009
Sunday, Sept. 6 14th Sunday after Pentecost Communion	Sermon:	“ Be Doers Of The Word”
	Scriptures:	Psalm 47 James 1:17-27
Sunday, Sept. 13 15th Sunday after Pentecost	Sermon:	“What Are You Working On?”
	Scriptures:	Colossians 3:1-17 Luke 2:41-52
Sunday, Sept. 20 16th Sunday after Pentecost	Sermon:	“Do You Have A Greater Purpose?”
	Scriptures:	Psalm 19 Mark 8:27-38
Sunday, Sept. 27 17th Sunday after Pentecost	Sermon:	“What Does Wisdom Look Like To You?”
	Scriptures:	Psalm 111 I Kings 3:3-14

WORSHIP LEADERS' SCHEDULES FOR 2009,2010

THANK YOU FOR BEING WILLING TO READ AND BE A PART OF THE MOR NING WORSHIP SERVICE.—Donna Evans, 765 6220 or deevans@cableone.net

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JANUARY - JUNE 2009

January	4	Lee Burge		April	5	Judy Robinson
	11	Mary Cantrell			12	John Lansdown
	18	Floyd Stewart			19	Paula Coppock
	25	Carol Daniel			26	Bill Armstrong
February	1	Don Applemn		May	3	Jeanne Burge
	8	SCOUT SUNDAY			10	Calvin Golliver
	15	Katie Hill			17	Brooke Steele
	22	Bill Brigden			24	Alan Crockett
					31	Debi Topper
March	1	Lynnita Miller		June	7	Julie Brown
	8	Pat Lutz			14	Pete Hurd
	15	Charles Miller			21	Joyce Appleman
	22	Alberta Depew			28	Royce Caldron
	29	Steve Crank

READERS: Please check the “Preaching Schedule” in the NewsNotes which go out the first of every month. Your reading will be the First Scripture Reading listed for the Sunday you are scheduled to read. In the event the NewsNotes do not reach those of you reading the first Sunday of the month, call Pam for your reading. The schedule is also posted on the bulletin board by the office. .

It is preferred that you read from the PEW Bible ( New Revised Standard Version ) or the large print Bible on the lectern. This way, the congregation can follow you in reading the same thing.

If you are going to be gone, please trade with someone else on the list and let Pam know so she can put it in the Sunday bulletin. If an emergency or last minute change has to be made, let Donna or the office know, and we will find a reader. If, for some reason, you no longer wish to be a reader, Let Donna know .

THANK YOU FOR BEING WILLING TO READ AND BE A PART OF THE MOR NING WORSHIP SERVICE.—Donna Evans, 765 6220 or deevans@cableone.net

IF DONNA DOES NOT HEAR FROM YOU TO THE CONTRARY, SHE WILL TAKE IT FOR GRANTED THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS AND WILL BE WILLING TO READ!

2010

JANUARY - JUNE 2010

READERS:  Please check the “Preaching Schedule” in the NewsNotes which go out the first of every month. Your reading will be the First Scripture Reading listed for the Sunday you are scheduled to read.  In the event the NewsNotes do not reach those of you reading the first Sunday of the month, call Chera for your reading. The schedule is also posted on the bulletin board by the office. . 

It is preferred that you read from the PEW Bible (New Revised Standard Version) or the large print Bible on the lectern. This way, the congregation can follow you in reading the same thing. 

If you are going to be gone, please trade with someone else on the list and let Chera  know  so she can put it in the Sunday bulletin.  If an emergency or last minute change has to be made, let Donna or the office know, and we will find a reader. If, for some reason, you no longer wish to be a reader, Let Donna know . 

THANK YOU FOR BEING WILLING TO READ AND BE A PART OF THE MOR NING WORSHIP SERVICE.—Donna Evans, 765 6220 or deevans@cableone.net