Berkeley United Methodist Church

2407 Berkeley Ave., Austin, TX 78745 Phone: (512) 447-6633 Fax: (512) 851-8438 www.berkeleyumc.org
August 26, 2012 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: Happy are those whose strength is in God. Happy are those who trust in Christs love. Rest in Gods might and believe in Christs love, People: For all are forgiven in Christ.

GOING FORTH TO SERVE AND LIVE A NEW LIFE

*SENDING SONG Wonderful Words of Life UMH #600

PROCLAIMING GODS WORD

PRAYER FROM THE PSALMS Psalm 84 UMH #804 Chancel Choir

If you would like to know more about baptism or becoming a member of Berkeley United Methodist Church by profession of faith or transfer of your current church membership, please call the church office and make an appointment to speak with Rev. Devine. THE BENEDICTION You are invited to join hands as we share in the song: Im goin a sing when the Spirit says sing, Im goin a sing when the Spirit says sing, Im goin a sing when the Spirit says sing, And obey the Spirit of the Lord. Thank you for worshiping with us today! In between our services, you are invited for coffee and fellowship on the deckwed love to get to know you better! THOSE LEADING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Jeanne Devine will bring the sermon. Our worship leader for the 8:30 service is Kathy Beth Stavinoha and for the 10:50 service is Larry Parks. We thank all our media operators, greeters, ushers, and acolytes. CHURCH NURSERY Child care is available for children up to age 5 in the church nursery on Sunday mornings. Children are always welcome in the sanctuary. Beginning on September 9, Children's Sunday School will be offered after Childrens Time in the 10:50 worship service. For more information, contact Letha Peters at ldptrs74@gmail.com.

GATHERING THE PEOPLE OF GOD

Please take a moment to silence your cell phones now. GATHERING SONG Sweet, Sweet Spirit UMH #334

SPECIAL MUSIC

Standing on the Promises By R. Kelso Carter Arr. Mark Hayes

BIBLE READING
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY OF FAITH

John 6:56-69

As we greet one another and have some brief announcements, please fill in the yellow card to let us know of your presence and your prayers!
When this sign (*) appears, you are invited to stand if it is comfortable to do so.

Leader: This is the Word of God for us, the people of God. All: Thanks be to God! SERMON Complaining? Us? Rev. Jeanne Devine

PRELUDE AND LIGHTING THE CANDLES *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: How lovely, Lord, how lovely to worship in this holy place. People: How lovely, Lord, how lovely to walk with you all of our days. Leader: How lovely, Lord, how lovely to live as your people on earth. People: How lovely, Lord, how lovely to be strengthened and blessed by your grace. *OPENING HYMN How Lovely, Lord, How Lovely TFWS #2042

RESPONSE TO THE WORD

RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS *HYMN OF RESPONSE Would I Have Answered When You Called UMH #38 TFWS #2137

WE PRAY FOR OTHERS The pastor will share prayer requests and the congregation will respond: Lord, hear our prayer. After the prayers have been lifted, we will pray together the Lords 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. OFFERING OUR GIFTS AND PRAYERS Offering envelopes may be found inside front cover of UM Hymnal. A SONG OF PRAISE TO GOD UMH #94

Ushers will collect yellow cards; please pass yours down to the end of the row. PRAYER OF CONFESSION God of grace and glory, forgive us when we try to imprison you in walls that divide and boxes that constrict; forgive us when we mistake courage with power over others and envision strength as something to wield for our own self-protection. Open our hearts and our minds to truly know and comprehend the mystery of faith. Embolden us to live with the courage of faith and the strength of steadfast love. Transform us into your temples upon this earth, that you might live in our hearts and in our every footstep. In Christs name, we pray. Amen.

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Upcoming Events This Week

Sunday, August 26 Newsletter deadline 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 4:00 pm Family Ministries (7) 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9) Monday, August 27 10:00 am Womens Group (7) 7:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 7:00 pm Finance (7) Tuesday, August 28 7:00 pm Church Council (FH) Wednesday, August 29 7:00 pm Chancel Choir Thursday, August 30 5:30 pm Saint Louise House (CLC) Sunday, September 2 Communion Sunday 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9)

Announcements UM Youth FellowshipBecause school resumes tomorrow and Labor Day weekend includes September 2, UMYF will not meet for the next 2 weekends. We will resume youth events in September. Nursery Workers NeededDue to several resignations recently, our church nursery requires additional workers. Primarily on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. Must be at least 16 years old, have experience caring for children and know basic first aid. Background check required. If interested, please contact Rev. Devine at 447-6633 or revjeanned@sbcglobal.net Third Graders Receive BiblesStudents entering third grade this year will receive Bibles from their church on Sunday, September 9 at the 10:50 services. If your third grader is not yet on our Sunday school list, please contact Letha Peters immediately at 512-312-5592 or ldptrs74@gmail.com Update on Pastors HousingRev. Devine has learned that the closing on her new house should occur on Sept. 27. While it has been challenging to continue lifes activities while residing at the Extended Stay efficiency apartment, the end is in sight. Thanks to the church family for your understanding, help, meals, etc. You keep spirits up!

August 26, 2012

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Ministers: Members of the Congregation Pastor: Rev. Jeanne Devine (revjeanned@sbcglobal.net) Director of Music: Victoria Schwarz (vlschwarz@aol.com) Pianist: Dr. Tyler Mabry (tgmabry@gmail.com) Media Manager: Elizabeth Walters (mariewalters1996@austin.rr.com) Administrative Assistant: Tara Nash (bumc78745@sbcglobal.net) Childcare Director: Allison McGillicuddy (bumc.childcare@sbcglobal.net)

Serving God + + Sharing Christ + + Receiving Mercy