WELCOME Pastor Malcolm Stranathan

PRELUDE “Allegro” D. Scarlatti

* CALL TO WORSHIP Conni Highfield

Leader: Come, Holy Spirit, and incline our minds to things that are true and just,

People: things that are pure and pleasing,

L: things that are excellent and worthy of praise.

P: Come, Holy Spirit, and incline our hearts toward you!

* HYMN “Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart” vs. 1,2,5 UMH 160, insert pg 5

* PASSING THE PEACE Pastor Malcolm Stranathan

L: Let your gentleness be known to everyone,

P: and the God of peace will be with you.

L: The peace of Christ be with you;

P: And also with you.

(Please pass the peace through social distancing from others, i.e. a wave, a blessing or sign of the cross.)

KIDS’ TIME

GATHERING PRAYER Conni Highfield

Gracious God, when the world's political noise is turned up high, we come not to escape, but to seek wisdom, peace, and to focus on things that are worthy. Dial down the distractions in our minds. Tune our senses to your word and our hearts to your praise. In your holy name we pray. Amen.

ANTHEM “Let Us Pray for Peace” Keesecker Chancel Choir and Friends

PASTORAL PRAYER / COMMUNITY PRAYER / LORD’S PRAYER Pastor Malcolm Stranathan

HYMN “Come Away with Me” vs. 1,3,5 FWS 2202, insert pg 6 (please remain seated and meditate on the words)

GOD’S WORD IS READ Philippians 4:1-9 (CEB) Conni Highfield

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The Peace of God, which transcends all understanding,

will guard your hearts and minds. - Philippians 4.7

REFLECTING UPON GOD’S WORD “Happy, Holy, Humble, Heavenward and with all our Heart!” Pastor Malcolm Stranathan

RESPONSE TO THE WORD Pastor Malcolm Stranathan

Whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, pleasing, commendable, and worthy of praise—let us think about these things. May we be strengthened to do what is pleasing and acceptable in God's sight.

OFFERTORY “How Can I Keep from Singing?” arr. Vogt

Those at home are invited to mail your offering to our church P.O. Box for financial mailings: Westminster UMC, P.O. Box 2316, Westminster, MD 21158-2316, or text your offering: 844-307-2876, or pay online at www.wumcmd.org (Online Giving link is on our Welcome Page, or peruse our Giving Tab).

*DOXOLOGY “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” UMH 95

CLOSING PRAYER

O God, creator of all that we have and all that we are, no one can utter all your mighty deeds or declare all your praise. Yet accept these gifts, we pray, both as tools of the work of the gospel and as signs of our pledge to be coworkers in Christ's name. Amen!

* HYMN “Shalom to You” UMH 666, insert pg 7

* SENDING FORTH Pastor Malcolm Stranathan

L: Do what you have learned and received and seen and heard in Christ, and the peace of God will be with you;

P: And may that peace, which passes all understanding, guard our hearts and our minds in Christ Jesus. Amen.

POSTLUDE “Fugue in C Major” Handel Please be seated for the Postlude.

Please exit the Sanctuary from back-to-front (back pew exits, first), via the side aisles (do not use the center aisle), and remain six feet from the person in front of you (unless you are family).

Thank you.

Copyright Information

Near to the Heart of God arr. Stan Pethel

WORDS: Public Domain MUSIC: Copyright 2011 Lorenz Publishing Co. Permission to podcast/stream from ONE LICENSE, #731177-A Pre-Service

Music My Faith Looks Up to Thee arr. Kelsey Copyright 2004 Lorenz Publishing Co.

Permission to podcast/stream from ONE LICENSE #731177-A

Prelude Allegro D. Scarlatti Public Domain

Anthem Let Us Pray for Peace Keesecker Copyright 2018 Choristers Guild Permission to podcast/stream from ONE LICENSE, #731177-A

Offertory How Can I Keep from Singing arr. Vogt Copyright 2007 Lorenz Publishing Co. Permission to podcast/stream from ONE LICENSE, #731177-A

Postlude Fugue in C Major Handel Copyright 1993 Morningstar Music Publishing Permission to podcast/stream from ONE LICENSE, #731177-A

Music by: Peggy Brengle, SPC - Organist, Kyler Brengle, Rich Umla, Linda Wood Audio Visual Team: Will Somers, Mark Gieselman, John Seargeant

Hymn Lyrics & Copyright Info on subsequent pages. WEEKLY HYMN STORY—Dial 410-848-8325, at the greeting, dial 763.

ONLINE ZOOM EDUCATION/ FELLOWSHIP all events also available by phone, 301-715-8592 SUNDAY | New Life in Christ Class – 8:30am

The Gospel According to Luke. A fresh look at the central story of our faith, the Good News of the coming of the Kingdom of God in Jesus' life, teachings, death, and resurrection, in all its beauty, good news, and disturbing provocations. Let’s embrace its truth and not flinch at its challenges as we look hopefully to Jesus for strength and guidance in this tumultuous time in our country.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82115825507?pwd=VEpjNStEaWkrZ3NMeGNvc3FTZjNJdz09 Meeting ID: 821 1582 5507, Password: 821647

THURSDAY | CLASS MEETING This is a recurring meeting - meet anytime. https://us04web.zoom.us/j/5087028638 (click here) Meeting ID: 508 702 8638, Password WUMC

“TEXT TO GIVE”844-307-2876 We are excited to announce that Westminster UMC now offers a “Text to Give” option for mobile phone users. Giving is as simple as sending a text.

Text the amount you want to give to 844-307-2876, follow the simple step-by-step instructions, and once completed you will receive an immediate confirmation via text of your donation.

For more detailed instructions, go to our website at www.wumcmd.org/giving or check your weekly eHerald or upcoming November monthly Herald.

Note that the payments made via the text to give feature, may only be paid for by credit card.

WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY donations may also be given through this feature through the end of the end of the month, only.

OTHER METHODS OF GIVING:

CUB SCOUT FRUIT SALE, thru Oct 16

ONLINE: https://www.floridaindianrivergroves.com/ecommerce/1020567. Please retain emailed receipt with delivery and/or pickup options.

BY CASH OR CHECK: Contact Keith Wratchford, chairperson Email: Raceman005@hotmail.com

SCOUTING FOR FOOD, Oct 17, 10am-4pm Giant Food Store, Westminster

Pack 631 would love to see everyone and will be happy to bring your food donations to where they can be used by those in need in our community.

THANK YOU for your faithful giving and helping us continue doing the work God is calling us to do. All non-financial mail may still be sent to our office street address at 162 E. Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157

Scan code for easy, secure online giving.

...or, go to our website, www.wumcmd.org.

...or, mail to our NEW POST OFFICE BOX: PO Box 2316, Westminster, MD 21158-2316

POETRY: SONGS FOR A PANDEMIC

While we refrain singing, think how the words of the hymns speak to your soul. I'm sure you have had words come to your mind. It's time to write them down and share.

During Advent we will be compiling a Devotion Booklet. Your poetry may be included.

In the new year, we can continue using your poems in multiple ways in worship, mission, and outreach.

Submit your poetry to Peggy Brengle at P.Brengle@wumcmd.org or by mail to my home or church sent to my attention.

Nov 5 = Advent booklet deadline; other submissions continue through 2020-2021. Signed submissions, please. Remember this is a call to EVERYONE of ALL AGES.

ONLINE WORSHIP CONTINUES

All onsite services will be ‘live-streamed’ for your ‘live-viewing’ and also archived to view at a later date/time.

Please text HERE to 443-234-0806 for attendance and mail your offering to our secure box: Westminster UMC, P.O. Box 2316, Westminster, MD 21158-2316.

BOSCOV’S—Friends Helping Friends Wed, Oct 14, and Thu, Oct 15 ...we’re back again this year, with a twist. No need to buy a ticket, just go shopping Wed, Oct 14 or Thu, Oct 15 9am-9pm. Avoid crowds; use social distance for comfort and safety. Shoppers get 20% off their lowest prices on most items. In return Boscov’s DONATES 5% of each transaction back to the Westminster United Methodist Women if you choose us as your choice of non-profit. Enjoy shopping.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX MISSION Pick up your official shoebox(es) and list of packing tips with shipping donation envelope! Everything is available in the narthex, this morning, or on the church office back porch, anytime!

Filled/packed shoeboxes (with shipping donation) are due back, November 22.

Long-term:

Grace Justice

Dave Taylor

John Carbaugh

Christy Swartzbaugh

Our Mission: “Changing lives through Jesus Christ to make a difference.”

REQUESTING PRAYER Please click here to submit a prayer request.

If you wish to speak with a pastor, please call the church office and select option 4 for Pastor Malcolm, or option 5 for Reverend Ken.

Click here to email Pastor Malcolm.

Click here to email Reverend Ken.

Our Family and Friends

Bulletin Prayer List Our Church Family

Nancy Matthews

Ginny Gent

Robert Shaeffer

Rich Umla

Chris Clise

10/2-10/8 requests: mother of Michelle Olson

9/18-10/1 requests: Stephanie—friend of Cortney Golden John Marrs—brother of Richard Marrs The LaFons (death of Dan’s brother)—Cortney Golden

8/7-9/17 requests: No additional requests

7/31-8/6 requests: The Voight Family—friends of Scott & Lily Clendaniel

OCTOBER Linda Catania—410-596-5067

Linda Clark—443-201-6981

REACH Coordinators in the months of:

Our Mission: To reach out to those within our congregation who are reaching out to us in need of help. Are you a church member in need of:

Funeral Lite Fare

Meals following recovery or mourning

Transport to medical appointments

Please contact REACH, directly, for help:

Those in Military Service

Jason Marusiak, Fort Riley, KS (son-in-law of The Flinns)

Sgt David Perez, 3rd Ranger Battalion, Afghanistan (son-in-law of Kim Cascio)

Cpt. Dan Myers, Army, Afghanistan Cpt. Sally Myers, Army, Fort Drum, NY (nephew/niece of Susan & John Harbold),

Stefanie Sadowski-Gray, Air Force, Bolling AFB (Sadowskis’ daughter)

Tracie Meyers, Navy, The Gulf (daughter of Jan Halman-Miller)

BWC RACIAL JUSTICE WEBPAGE Keep current on racial justice news and events by visiting the BWC webpage: https://www.bwcumc.org/ministries/advocacy-action/racial-justice/

LIVE-STREAM SERVICE MINISTRY Join a new ministry to help at-risk people stay connected with us in worship from the care and safety of their home. Contact Pastor Malcolm or Kyler Brengle for more info.

SPECIAL 90’s BIRTHDAYS IN OCTOBER Help us celebrate:

Oct 2—Kate Koontz, 90th birthday

Oct 17—Jackie Hering, 90th birthday

Contact info can be found in your church directory or by using our website password-protected directory.

Need help? Contact Sherri in our church office: 410-848-8325, x10 ...or... s.haines@wumcmd.org

Celebrate Dave Taylor’s 60th Birthday, Oct 11, with a card to: Mr. David Taylor Manor Care, Rm 221B 2501 Musgrove Road Silver Spring, MD 20904

PRAY FOR OUR YOUTH GROUP Our Youth Group is walking around Westminster, this afternoon, to raise money for the Carroll County CROP Walk 2020. Would you like to donate? Go to the fundraising link: https://www.crophungerwalk.org/westminstermd/WUMCYouth or our church website/events