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St. Mark’s United Methodist Church July 7, 2019

Changing the world through Christ, by caring for all people.

Rev. Sharon Ragland, Lead Pastor • Pastor Stuart Salvatierra, Associate Pastor Rev. Dr. Evy McDonald, Associate Pastor

520-297-2062

www.umcstmarks.org

“For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” —Matthew 18:20

Sunday Worship Schedule

8:14/9:45 AM ̶ Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary accompanied by an organ/piano.

11:15 AM ̶ The Gathering, Modern Worship in the Sanctuary accompanied by a band and Praise Team.

Wednesday Worship Schedule

5:45 PM ̶ Soul Station Dinner, Fellowship Hall

6:20 PM ̶ Super Summer Spectacular Soul Station

8:15, 9:45 & 11:15 AM Infants & Toddlers Rm. 15 9:45 AM Preschool & Kindergarten Rm. 2 First Grade Rm. 3 Second & Third Grades Rm. 6 Fourth & Fifth Grades Rm. 9 Middle School & High School Wesley House For Adults 9:45 AM, Sharing and Family Life Classes Rm.1 7 /18 Adam Hamilton Simon Peter study

11:00 AM, Common Grounds (20s-40s age group) Rm. 20 11:15 AM, Seekers - Romans Rm. 17/18

Sunday School for All Ages

This Week at St. Mark’s — July 7, 2019 — July 13, 2019

Are you interested in helping with… •Sound Team •Welcome Team •Refreshment Hosts •Praise Team

Contact Kim Ogle (297-2062 or kim@umcstmarks.org) for

more information.

Senior Pastor........................... Rev. Sharon Ragland Associate Pastor............................. Stuart Salvatierra Associate Pastor ………………....Rev. Dr. Evy McDonald Christian Formation Coordinator Children and Adults .………............Margaret Synhorst Youth Ministries..........................................Kim Ogle Youth Ministries Assistant................Rachel Mosher Communication and Outreach…Sallyann Wassmuth Bookkeeper.............................................Ruth Kester Administrative Associate.......................Shelley Gault Admin. Assistant for Hospitality............. Membership/Finance Admin. Asst......Sherry Walker Maintenance Coordinator...........................Bart Dale Music Ministries Coordinator……….………..Susan Putt Bell Choir Director.................................JoAnn Luther Chancel Choir Director...................Elizabeth Schauer Celebration Singers Director/ Organist...............................................Sondra Franks Praise Team Director....Cathy Harris-Herchenroeder

Church Staff

Upcoming Sermon

“Words to Think About”—Part 2

Sunday, June 14, 2019

“Faith and Science”

*If planning to attend for the first time, please contact Lane Harmon at 297-6228.

This Week at Super Summer Spectacular Soul Station

Super Summer Spectacular Soul Station

begins! Wednesday night casual service. .

Join us on June 5~ Fellowship Hall

Dinner (5:45) Followed by children’s time,

prayers, and Holy Communion. Three

unique program offerings

will be available to enjoy

“Words to Think About—Part 2”

SUNDAY

8:15 AM Traditional Worship, Sanctuary

9:45 AM Traditional Worship, Sanctuary

9:45 AM Sharing and Family, Rm 17/18

11:15 AM The Gathering, Sanctuary

11:15 AM Seekers, Rm 17/18

12:45 PM Church and Society Meeting, Rm 23

4:00 PM Holy Yoga, FH

4:00 PM NO Youth Group, OC

4:00 PM NO Preteens, Rm. 8/9

6:30 PM Narcotics Anonymous, Library

MONDAY

9:15 AM Holy Yoga, Rm 20

10:00 AM Al-Anon, Library

10:30 AM Bible Study, OC

2:00 PM Multi-Site Meeting, Conf.

4:00 PM Grief Support*, CO

7:00 PM Boy Scouts, Rm 17/18

7:00 PM Gamblers Anonymous, Rm 20

7:00 PM Gam-Anon, Rm 23

TUESDAY

9:00 AM ECC My Gym, FH

9:00 AM Craft Circle, Rm 17/18

9:00 AM NO Coffee Chat, OC

1:30 PM Fear of the Other/Book Study, Library

5:30 PM Advisory Board Mtg. Library

6:30 PM SPRC, Conf.

7:00 PM Al-Anon, Library

WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM Casa De La Luz, S, WC

8:00 AM Messenger Folders, Rm17/18

10:30 AM Chronic Illness/Pain Support, Library

12:00 PM Staff Meeting, Rm 20

12:00 PM BULLETIN DEADLINE

5:45 PM Soul Station Dinner, FH

6:20 PM Exploring the harp, Rm 17/18

6:20 PM Distorted Images of God, Rm 20

6:20 PM The Biggest Scandal/Old Testament, L

THURSDAY

9:00 AM Quilters, Rm 17/18

12:00 PM UMW Card Recyclers, Rm 17/18

6:00 PM Trustees Meeting, Conf.

FRIDAY

9:00 AM Heartworks, Rm 17/18

9:30 AM Bits-n-Pieces, WH

7:00 PM Gamblers Anon, Rm 20

SATURDAY

2:00 PM Pamela Schenk Memorial, S

2:00 PM Primavera, K

“Words to Think About-Part 2”

Praise Songs

This is Amazing Grace ~ I Am ~ If I Had a Hammer

Greeting One Another

Welcome & Announcements Recognition of Pastoral Appointments

Bringing in the Light of Christ

Introduction to Today’s Scriptures

First Scripture Reading Ephesians 2:4-10

Second Scripture Reading

Hebrews 11:1-3

Message — Rev. Sharon Ragland

“Faith”

(1st in the series on “Words to Think About- Part 2”)

Prayers of Joy and Concern

**Lord’s Prayer

Bringing Our Gifts & Holy Communion

Closing Song

~He’s Got The Whole World in His Hands

Taking Out the Light of Christ

Thanks for the Gifts You Bring Today

Announcements Sermon Notes

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Neighbor of the Week

Please send cards to the church this week for the youth returning from “Youth 2019” to praise them for actively pursing their faith. The cards will be given to them upon their return. Youth 2019 1431 Magee Rd. Tucson, AZ 85704

Music Praise Team, directed by

Cathy Harris-Herchenroeder

The Sound Team

Thoughts and prayers go out to...

Ellen Beene

LaVerene Bratzen

Jared Bowman & Family

Clara Campbell

Shelley Shelton Coltrin

Donald Chester

Judy Drescher

Keith & Mary Ann Glazier

Floretta Harrington

Patricia Keele

Marian Shultis

Carol Underwood

Jackie Vickers

Dave & Jan Webster

Lindsay Williams

Given in by Rosemary Goodwin in

celebration of family summer birthdays.

Online Giving is easy!

Go to www.umcstmarks.org and

click “Giving” or scan this code:

Job Opening. St. Mark’s is seeking an experienced person to fill the Admin. Assistant for

Hospitality position in our front office. This part-time job (20-25 hours a week) includes

answering phones, greeting visitors, working with new members, and the Church Growth and

Hospitality Committee. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to

info@umcstmarks.org on or before Monday, July 8. To view the job description, go to

www.umcstmarks.org, select the ABOUT tab, and then JOB OPPORTUNITIES.

St. Mark’s is searching for a Children’s Music Leader who would like to lead our

children in music time on Sunday mornings. The choir would include children from

preschool through grade 6, but the director would work with only a portion of them (PreK-K,

Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4, Grades 5-6) each week for approximately fifteen minutes during

Sunday School. If you would like more information or are interested in applying for the

position, please contact the Coordinator of Music Ministries Susan Putt

at susan@umcstmarks.org.

Tuesday, July 9, Craft Circle meeting in Rm 17/18 from 9:00 a.m. until noon. St. Mark’s United

Methodist Women invites you to join our newly formed Craft Circle. In July and August, Craft

Circle will meet the second and fourth Tuesday of the month in rms 17/18 from 9:00 a.m. until

noon. Bring your craft ideas or examples of your favorite craft. You can work on a craft of

your own choosing or help others with a craft for the United Methodist Women’s craft fairs in

November and December. Please contact Bonnie Sargent (see directory) if you have any ques-

tions.

St. Mark's Nash Neighbors is collecting school supplies for Nash Elementary students. There

will be a blue bin in the courtyard each Sunday in July to collect your donations. Thank you for

your support of the children at Nash! Following is the list of supplies we are collecting:

. Hand Sanitizer, unscented, large pump bottles . Glue Sticks

. Black Dry Erase Markers . Pink Pearl Erasers

. Boxes of Tissues . Clorox Wipes

. Paper Towels

SOUL STATION Meals: Each Wednesday at Soul Station a meal is served at 5:45 p.m. that is

prepared for about 75 people by individuals, groups, and committees from St. Mark’s. Now, it’s

easier than ever to sign up at (www.umcstmarks.org), select RESOURCES from the main menu

and then select SOUL STATION MEALS to sign up to prepare a meal. Opportunities are available

in August, September, and October.

Super Summer Spectacular Soul Station-July Our special summer schedule continues on Wednesdays at 5:45pm. Come for a mid-week pick-me-up! Share a dinner, have communion, and then explore one of three topics. This Wednesday, July 10 the choices include: exploring the harp, learning about the Distorted Images of God, and The Biggest Scandal in the Old Testament.

July 7, 2019

11:15 AM Modern Worship

*Please silence your cell

**Please view video monitors.