ST. PAUL'S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST "We Shine For All Through Christ"

St. Marys, Ohio November 2, 2014 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time 10:30 a.m.

All Saints Day * Order of Service

ENTER TO WORSHIP MUSIC FOR MEDITATION CHIMES CALL US TO WORSHIP LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES

CELEBRATING COMMUNITY Announcements Joys and Concerns of our Church Family Introduction of Guests Birthdays PRELUDE “Give to Our God Immortal Praise” Wilbur Held

*CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: From the first days of all creation, your presence has been in every action. People: May we be open to all things through you, and recognize you in all our achievements. Leader: In our steps together as a community, and the steps we take where we feel alone, People: may we be open to all things through you, and remember you in times of need. Leader: Throughout life, we are encouraged to look forward and not dwell on past actions: great or small. All: May we be open to all things through you, and reveal you, O God, in all we do. Amen. *REMEMBRANCE OF THE SAINTS (NECROLOGY AND CHIMES) *OPENING HYMN “For All the Saints” No. 299 *UNISON PRAYER Holy One, we gather to unwind, remember, renew, and rejoice. May we be aware of your presence with us, and recognize you in all we do. You created us with abilities to teach, guide, and share with others. These actions are not from us alone, but achieved with you. In each action we take, challenge us to live your will so we may rise to serve you all the days of our lives. Amen.

*THE APOSTLES' CREED I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth:

And in Jesus Christ, his only begotten Son, our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary; suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit; the One Holy Universal Christian Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen

ANTHEM “A Heavenly Celebration” Mark Hayes SCRIPTURE LESSONS Old Testament Psalm 43 New Testament 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 Children’s Scripture Psalm 23:1 *Psalm of Response Psalm 67 (sing together - insert) *Gospel Matthew 23:1-12 *GLORIA PATRI Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be. World without end, amen, amen. *PASSING OF THE PEACE Leader: The Peace of God be with you. People: And also with you. (People offer God's peace to those nearby.)

(Those of you who are new among us today, please fill in the Welcome card that you find in the pew rack and drop it in the offering plate - Thank you!)

*CHILDREN’S HYMN “I Would Be True” No. 492 (Vrs. 1-2) Children's Chat Rev. Ed Bray Children's Hymn - Verse 3 SERMON “Partners In Service” Rev. Ed Bray Matthew 23:1-12 PASTORAL PRAYER AND THE LORD'S PRAYER (using debts and debtors) INSTRUMENTAL RESPONSE OFFERTORY “For All the Saints” Janet Linker *DOXOLOGY We give you but your own, what e'er the gift may be; All that we have is yours alone, we give it gratefully.

*PRAYER OF DEDICATION *HYMN OF DEPARTURE “We Plant a Grain of Mustard Seed” No. 540 *PARTING WORDS AND COMMISSION *BENEDICTION RESPONSE Go, my children, with my blessing, never alone; Waking, sleeping, I am with you, you are my own; In my love's baptismal river I have made you mine forever, Go, my children, with my blessing, you are my own.

*POSTLUDE *Denotes those who are able are invited to stand ..........Depart to serve **Altar Communion following service today

ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 201 N. PERRY ST., ST. MARYS, OH 45885

(419) 394-3811 (Church Office) (419) 394-8733 (Church Fax) email: smucc@bright.net website: www.stpaulsuccsm.com

email for Pastor Ed: ebray@bright.net and his home phone # is 419-300-9771 email for prayer chain requests to Kendra Strand: kstrand@stpaulsuccsm.com email for Christian Education/Youth Director: christianed@bright.net

Rev. Ed Bray, D. Min., Pastor Al Baker, Minister of Visitation Becky Anderson, Director of Music Laura Yelton, Director of Children’s Choirs; CE Coordinator Ann Vogel, Organist Andrea Spencer, Organist Tom Hevlin, Organist Emeritus Jennifer Ginter, Church School Superintendent Carolyn Garrison, Administrative Assistant Bob Schumacher, Custodian Rich Spencer, Audio and Video Amy Keller, Confirmation Teacher Kathy McGee, Sunday Nursery Supervisor Amy & Mark Dieringer, Youth Directors Liturgist ..........................................................................Jill Dickman Acolytes..........................................................................Confirmands Children’s Offering..........................................................First and Second Grades Greeters .........................................................................Deacons and Elders Missionaries....................................................................Members of our Congregation

Our Giving to God October 26, 2014 Current - $3780.88 and Mission - $474.00

Attendance - 245

Altar flowers this morning are from Bob and Karen Adams for “blessings of the season”

ST. PAUL'S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 201 N. Perry St., St. Marys, Ohio

November 2, 2014 "No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here."

Welcome to St. Paul's United Church of Christ!

NURSERY AND PRE-SCHOOL TODDLER CARE - For your convenience, we have a staffed nursery located in the educational building. Should it become necessary for you to leave the sanctuary during worship, you can view the morning service on the TV in the nursery. PLEASE NOTE - Only Newborn to Kindergarten age children are permitted in the Nursery during our morning worship service to allow safety for the newborns and toddlers. Children 1st Grade and older need to remain in the church and enjoy a Quiet Bag. Thank you for your understanding! Please note: Quiet Bags re not available during the summer months due to Sunday Funday.

HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE rest room is located on the sanctuary level near the elevette room and it also contains a baby changing table.

ENLARGED BULLETINS & HEARING DEVICES - available if needed (consult an usher).

TELEVISED WORSHIP SERVICE - our worship service here at St. Paul’s is shown on TSC cable - Digital channel 1 OR non-digital channel 2, every Sunday at 10:30 am and also on Monday evenings at 7:00 pm. There is a one week delay of the service shown.

RECYCLE YOUR BULLETIN - on the registers at the North and South entrances, you will see a tray where you can place your bulletin to be recycled (if you do not wish to take it home). Thank you!

THIS WEEK AT ST. PAUL’S Today 8:30 am Choir Practice 9:00 am Sunday School/Confirmation 10:30 am Worship with Rev. Dr. Ed Bray 2-4 pm Musical Practice (Choir, Kelly, Mike) Mon. 6:30 pm CE & N Meeting Wed. 9:00 am Quilting 3:45 pm Guild Cabinet Meeting 7:15 pm Bell Choir 8-9 pm Musical Practice (Family) Thurs. 4:30-6 pm Breaking Bread Community Meal Next Sunday 8:30 am Choir Practice 9:00 am Sunday School/Confirmation 10:30 am Worship with Rev. Dr. Ed Bray 2-4 pm Musical Practice (Choir, Kelly, Mike) 5:00 pm Adult Sunday School 6:00 pm Youth Group

GENTLE WORSHIP SERVICE: The next Gentle Worship Service will be held on Sunday, November 9, 1:30 p.m. at St. Paul UCC, Wapakoneta. The half-hour Gentle Worship includes subdued lighting and sound, large format worship aids, and other features for those with developmental disabilities. A rotation of Wapakoneta area ministers presides at the services. All are welcome. For more information, call the church at (419) 738-2215.

"BREAKING BREAD" COMMUNITY MEAL - St. Paul's offers a weekly free

community meal, "Breaking Bread” every Thursday . We will be serving a meal from 4:30 to

6:00 pm on November 6th. Desserts will be needed that week. Contact Jeanette Tangeman (419.234.7935) or Cindy Huckemeyer (567.356.7683) if you have any questions. ALL ARE WELCOME - PLEASE JOIN US!!

Opportunities Available Have you ever considered serving on the church Consistory or has it been a while since you served on Consistory? We are currently looking for new deacons and elders to serve three (3) year terms beginning in January 2015. Look for a description of responsibilities of the office by calling the church office or contacting any current Consistory members. Please contact the church office or Carol Gehres, Consistory president, if you are interested in serving your church on its governing board.

These are the future events to continue the celebration

of our Building Centennial Celebration

Take Note: Some of the proceeds that we receive from the Quilt Auction will go back to the busy needles for materials and the the anniversary fund for now. Anniversary funds will be disbursed when the celebration is done and will go to a yet to be determined fund. Drawing for the quilt will be November 23rd during the church service. Tickets are $20 each and only 200 tickets will be sold. December 13, 2014 St. Marys Brass Quintet will perform in the church sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. St. Marys BAND DIRECTOR Craig French is a member of this quintet. A free offering will be taken for Breaking Bread. April 19, 2015: A.C. Swing Band will be performing in the sanctuary. In this group are Jeff Squire, Sue Backs and Brian Rutter from St. Marys. More information will be provided later. October 18, 2015: Gospel Chords from Ft. Wayne, Indiana will be leading church service that day. Dane Newlove is in this group. Further information will be provided later.

ARE YOU READY FOR A LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE?

Once again Jeanette and Terry Tangeman will be leading a one week mission trip to the UCC Back Bay Mission, Biloxi, MS. The dates are Feb 1-7, 2015 but we are gathering a group already. There are many things to do: construction and rehab, work in the Micah Center which is a day center for the homeless, work in the food pantry or in the soup kitchen. The basic cost is $250 which covers your accommodations and meals in a beautiful new volunteer house for the week and also goes for materials we will use. You will be responsible for transportation and any on the road costs. You can drive, car pool or even fly. We know from past experiences that this is both an opportunity to change your life and to truly change the lives of those you will help. We will be holding an orientation meeting in November so if you want to be included please see or call Jeanette Tangeman 419-234-7935; email tangeman@ohiolink.net for more information but do it soon as we are limited to 35 participants.

SAINTS OF THE CHURCH CALLED HOME OCTOBER 31, 2013 - NOVEMBER 1, 2014 ST. PAUL'S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Today, we remember:

Margaret Aufderhaar November 11, 2013

Gertrude McMullen November 15, 2013

Donald Shively December 9, 2013

Mary Ann Caldwell December 18, 2013

Ruth Raymond January 20, 2014

Robert Caldwell January 21, 2014

Marilynne Schroer February 22, 2014

Toni Fischbach February 22, 2014

Sam Sanford March 14, 2014

Nancy Koeper April 20 2014

Eldon Stolzenburg April 22, 2014

Sylvia Engel May 5, 2014

Florience Dicke, Jr. May 21, 2014

Merle Schuller May 29, 2014

Denise Locke June 24, 2014

Bob Kohlreiser June 26, 2014

Charles Ross September 3, 2014

Robert Koch September 8, 2014

Tim Young October 27, 2014