Thursday, March 29, 2012

APRIL 1, 2012 SERVICE

Enter to Worship, Depart to Serve

We invite you to sign the worship registry at the end of each row and pass it on to others in your pew, then pass the book back. 

Our Mission:  "To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world."

WORDS OF WELCOME/ANNOUNCEMENTS

ORGAN PRELUDE

GREETING
   Leader:    Hosanna to the Son of David, the King of Israel.
People: Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest!
BELL CHOIR

OPENING PRAYER

Leader: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.
Let us pray:  A brief silence is kept          
God our hope, today we joyfully acclaim Jesus our Messiah and King.  Help us to honor him every day so we may enjoy his kingship in the new Jerusalem, where he reigns with you and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

HYMN                   “All Glory, Laud, and Honor”                           #280

Time with Young Disciples

PROCLAMATION OF THE ENTRANCE INTO JERUSALEM.
Mark 11:1-11
Palm procession

All sing                             “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna”                              #278

SCRIPTURES Philippians 2:5-11 and Mark 14:1-11

MESSAGE

A SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLE II                                      pg 12
THE INVITATION

PRAYER OF CONFESSION AND PARDON

OFFERING
As forgiven and reconciled people, let us offer ourselves and our gifts to God.

+ DOXOLOGY #95
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

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

PRAYER AFTER RECEIVING

+ CLOSING HYMN     “For the Bread Which You Have Broken”      #614

+ SENDING FORTH WITH BLESSING

+ POSTLUDE

(+) Those who are able are invited to stand.

MARCH 31-APRIL 1, 2012 ANNOUNCEMENTS

MARCH 31-APRIL 1, 2012 ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

HOSPITALIZED:  Helen Stevenson.

HOSPICE:   Alfred Jones (receiving hospice care at Park Lane Assisted Living).

ADDITIONAL PRAYERS:  Betty Tonda, JV Hollingshead, Mike May, Sandra Chrisman, Joyce McCarty, Lela Todd, Marjorie Andrews, Thurman Floyd, Myra Ockerman (Doran and Cora VanRheenen’s great granddaughter), Phyllis Barnett, Alberta McMulin, service people and families. 

PRAYER CHAIN MINISTRY
Contact Dorothy Danner at 641-842-2557. 

E-PRAYER CHAIN
If you would like to sign up for the e-prayer chain to receive an e-mail any time a request is made for a prayer, please contact Heather at fumchurch@iowatelecom.net or 641-842-3712 with your name and e-mail information.  

THIS WEEKEND

PALM SUNDAY

COMMUNION
The United Methodist Church has an open communion.  All are invited to join in the celebration of God’s love!

NEIGHBOR HELPING NEIGHBOR COLLECTION
A special collection is taken the first weekend of every month.  These funds go through the Neighbor Helping Neighbor office to help community needs.   Please mark your check memo and/or envelope to identify this purpose to contribute.

NEW THIS WEEK!

CONDOLENCES
Condolences to Sharon and Rollie Rigg on the passing of their brother-in-law and the passing of their nephew. 

THANK YOU
Thank you to Virginia and Ken Rayl for their upkeep of the flower bed island at the church.  It looks great!

Thank you to everyone who donated to Blanket Sunday.  To date, we have received $726.00. 

Thank you to all of those who have donated to Midwest Tornadoes Advance #901670.  To date, we have received $890.00.

EASTER FLOWERS WANTED!
Help make our Church beautiful this Easter by donating flowers.   Any type of spring flowers can be brought to the Church by Friday April 6 at noon.  Your generosity is always appreciated. 

MSPS CATALOG FUND RAISER
MSPS is holding its annual catalog fund raiser.  If you would like to place an order, the packet is available on the church window ledge. 

FUMC AT HELPING HANDS

April is FUMC’s month to help with grocery assistance at Helping Hands Food Pantry.   On April 9 and April 23 volunteers are needed from 10:15-11 to unload the truck and 11:00-3:00 to sack/handout groceries.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

For those who are new to the church or starting back, a member orientation will be held Sundays April 15, April 22, and April 29 from 9:40 to 10:30 in the Chapel.   If interested, please contact Pastor Lane. 


LECTIONARY:  April 7-8
Acts 10:34-43 or Isa. 25:6-9 Ps. 118:1-2, 14-24 1 Cor. 15:1-11 or Acts 10:34-43 John 20:1-18 or Mark 16:1-8

ATTENDANCE/GIVING
March 24-25, 2012      Worship attendance:  212      Giving:  $4295.15


ONGOING NEWS…

RUTH HALEY BARTON
Vermeer invites you to an evening with Dr. Ruth Haley Barton, founder of the Transforming Center, as she speaks about “Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation.”   This free, public event will be held Wed., April 11, from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at the Vermeer Global Pavilion. 
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THIS WEEK…
Sunday April 1, 2012
PALM SUNDAY
NEIGHBOR HELPING
NEIGHBOR
COMMUNION
8:30 & 10:45a       Worship
                             Services
9:30a                      Sunday School
9:00a-2:00p          Prayer Stations
                             – FUMC
5:00p-8:00p          Prayer Stations – FUMC
Monday April 2, 2012
9:00a-2:00p          Prayer Stations
                             – FUMC
1:00-3:00p            NHN – Act Cntr

3:00-6:00p            Almost Free

                             Shop

5:00-7:00p            Cub Scouts –WFH

5:00p-8:00p          Prayer Stations – FUMC

7:00p                    4-H Club –Act Cntr Tuesday April 3, 2012

7:00-8:00a            Early Birds – Hardees

 9:00a-Noon         Almost Free Shop
9:00a-2:00p          Prayer Stations –
                             FUMC
9:30-10:30a          Staff Mtg – Conf Rm
5:00p-8:00p          Prayer Stations – FUMC

Wednesday April 4, 2012

9:00a-2:00p          Prayer Stations –
FUMC

Noon                      Wings – Conf Rm

1:00-3:00p            NHN—Act Cntr

5:00p-8:00p          Prayer Stations – FUMC

6:30p                      MSPS Board Mtg – Lib

7:00p                      Jr. Optimists – YR
Thursday April 5, 2012
MAUNDY THURSDAY
8:00a                      Late Birds— Mr. C’s 
10:00a                   Memorial Committee – Conference Room
7:00p                      Maundy Thursday Service – Sanctuary
Friday April 6, 2012
GOOD FRIDAY
9:00a-Noon          Good Friday
Morning Camp
9:00a-4:00p          Almost Free Shop
7:00p                      Good Friday Service
– Sanctuary
Saturday April 7, 2012
FOOD DONATION

7:00a                     Methodist Men –     

                             Mr.C’s

5:30p                      Chapel Service
Sunday April 8, 2012
EASTER SUNDAY
FOOD DONATION 
CINNAMON ROLL SUNDAY
8:30 & 10:45a       Worship Services
9:30a                      Sunday School
4:00-6:00p            Youth Group –
WFH/YR


WELCOME VISITORS…
We welcome you and invite you to participate in all activities of the church.  Listed are all of the events taking place in our church this week.  We realize that newcomers may not be familiar with all the programs or people of the church so for explanations and more complete descriptions we encourage you to visit our website at, www.kifumc.org  and www.facebook.com/firstchurchknoxville, email fumchurch@iowatelecom.net, or call 641-842-3712.

We are family friendly with a well equipped nursery, a full play room, and bathroom for your use.  Please feel free to use our family oriented nursery.   These areas are sound proof from the sanctuary, but you can turn on the speakers and hear the service if you would like.  Large print bulletins are available for the 8:30 service.

Assisting with Services: 
8:30 - Liturgist:  Brent Hanna 
10:45 - Praise Band

USHERS:
Saturday -  Mike and Dorothy Larson
8:30 – Jim Butler, Dave Johnson, Dan Russell, John Scott, Jim Young, and Kay Jensen
10:45 – Loretta Kono, Carolyn Avon, and Deb Harvey

GREETERS:
Montgomery Street
8:30 – Frances Kirkwood
10:45 – Larry and Susan Bailey
Fourth Street
8:30 – Judy Paulsen
10:45 – Don and Cinda Synhorst

COMMUNION:             
8:30 – Barb and Joel Johnson

HOSPITALITY:                        
8:30 – Don and Donna Otto
SPECIAL MUSIC
8:30 – Bell Choir
10:45 – Bell Choir

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

APRIL 2012 WORSHIP TEAM

March 31-April 1, 2012
Assisting with Services: 
8:30 - Liturgist:  Brent Hanna  
10:45 - Praise Band

USHERS:
Saturday -  Mike and Dorothy Larson
8:30Jim Butler, Dave Johnson, Dan Russell, John Scott, Jim Young, and Kay Jensen
10:45Loretta Kono, Carolyn Avon, and Deb Harvey

GREETERS:
Montgomery Street
8:30 – Frances Kirkwood
10:45 – Larry and Susan Bailey
Fourth Street
8:30 – Judy Paulsen
10:45 – Don and Cinda Synhorst

COMMUNION:                    
8:30Barb and Joel Johnson

HOSPITALITY:                   
8:30Don and Donna Otto

SPECIAL MUSIC
8:30 – Bell Choir
10:45 – Bell Choir

April 7-8, 2012
Assisting with Services: 
8:30 - Liturgist:  Phillip Chrisman  
10:45 - Praise Band

USHERS:     
Saturday -  Brenton and Shirley Trabert
8:30Jim Butler, Dave Johnson, Dan Russell, John Scott, Jim Young, and Kay Jensen
10:45Loretta Kono, Carolyn Avon, and Deb Harvey

GREETERS:
Montgomery Street
8:30 – Brian, Katie, and Austin Bishop
10:45 – Wendell and Phyllis Robinson
Fourth Street
8:30 – Marvin and Joyce Brooks
10:45 – Bomell Mateer

COMMUNION:                    
8:30Jack and Bonnie Crook

HOSPITALITY:                   
8:30F.U.N

SPECIAL MUSIC:
8:30 – Kaurie Kincaid
10:45 – Kaurie Kincaid

April 14-15, 2012
Assisting with Services: 
8:30 - Liturgist:  Susan Helmers  
10:45 - Praise Band

USHERS:     
Saturday -  Brenton and Shirley Trabert
8:30Jim Butler, Dave Johnson, Dan Russell, John Scott, Jim Young, and Kay Jensen
10:45Loretta Kono, Carolyn Avon, and Deb Harvey

GREETERS:
Montgomery Street
8:30 – Helen Stevensen
10:45 – Betty McRoberts
Fourth Street
8:30 – Joel and Barb Johnson
10:45 – Trey and Julie Purvis

COMMUNION:                    
8:30Jim and Sharon Young

HOSPITALITY:                   
8:30Kay Jensen and Sara Hopkins

SPECIAL MUSIC:
Saturday - Ray Griswold  
 
April 21-22, 2012
Assisting with Services: 
8:30 - Liturgist:  Katie Bishop
10:45 - Praise Band

USHERS:     
Saturday -  Brenton and Shirley Trabert
8:30Jim Butler, Dave Johnson, Dan Russell, John Scott, Jim Young, and Kay Jensen
10:45Loretta Kono, Carolyn Avon, and Deb Harvey

GREETERS:
Montgomery Street
8:30 – Jerry and Marolyn Jordan
10:45 – Tom and Lori Bailey
Fourth Street
8:30 – Sam and Cora Rathmel
10:45 – Cindy Abel and Crystal Harsin

COMMUNION:                    
8:30Pat and John Haney

HOSPITALITY:                   
8:30Dave and Peggy Johnson

SPECIAL MUSIC:
10:45 – Vicki King
April 28-29, 2012
Assisting with Services: 
8:30 - Liturgist:  Sara Finnegan
10:45 - Praise Band

USHERS:     
Saturday -  Brenton and Shirley Trabert
8:30Jim Butler, Dave Johnson, Dan Russell, John Scott, Jim Young, and Kay Jensen
10:45Loretta Kono, Carolyn Avon, and Deb Harvey

GREETERS:
Montgomery Street
8:30 – Gordon and Jonna Kassel
10:45 – Heather and Paul Huyck
Fourth Street
8:30 – Kay Jensen
10:45 – Irvin Rykhoek

COMMUNION:                    
8:30Emily Swisher and Merna Furney

HOSPITALITY:                   
8:30Jim and Sharon Young

SPECIAL MUSIC:
Saturday - Paige Chrisman
8:30 – Paige Chrisman