Gibsonville United Methodist Church

501 Church Street, Gibsonville, North Carolina 27249

info@gibsonvilleumc.org - www.gibsonvilleumc.org

336-449-4810

Gibsonville United Methodist Church exists to Welcome people to faith in Jesus Christ, Equip us with a faith that helps us grow as disciples, and Send us into the world to serve and to make a difference for Jesus’ sake.

February 21, 2010

1^st Sunday in Lent

GATHERING

Prelude Adagio Albinoni

We welcome all who worship with us today, especially our guests. We are glad that you have joined us as we come together to praise God. We appreciate your presence and invite you to worship with us again. Please sign the attendance pad as it is passed to you. If you have a prayer request, please fill out a prayer card located in the pew rack. Let us use this time to prepare our hearts and minds for worship.

The Light of Christ Leads Us Into Worship Acolytes

Welcome Rev. Jonathan Marlowe

Introit Sing Hallelujah Stassen-Benjamin

*Call to Worship

Leader: It is written: “One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”

People: We come seeking the Bread of Life.

Leader: It is written: “Do not put the Lord your God to the test.”

People: We come to strengthen our faith and renew our spirits.

Leader: It is written: “Worship the Lord your God and serve only him.”

People: We would see Jesus and him only would we serve.

*Hymn My Jesus, I Love Thee #172

*Passing of the Peace

Oh, how he loves you and me! O how he loves you and me! He gave His life; what more could He give? O how He loves you; O how He loves me: O how He loves you and me!

Symbols of Lent - Color Purple and Ashes Faye Cheek

I Surrender All #354

(1^st Verse)

All to Jesus I surrender; all to him I freely give; I will ever love and trust him, in his presence daily live. I surrender all, I surrender all, all to thee, my blessed Savior, I surrender all.

OFFERING OURSELVES TO GOD

Invitation to Prayer Rev. Jonathan Marlowe

Leader: The peace of the Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

The Pastoral Prayer

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.

The Giving of our Tithes and Offerings

Offertory Lamb of God Schoen

*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.

PROCLAMATION AND RESPONSE

Children’s Time Rev. Jonathan Marlowe

(Children’s Church will not be held today so that the children can participate in Communion)

Scripture Luke 4:1-13 (NRSV)

Leader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.

People: Thanks be to God.

Sermon For Everything There is a Season – Turn Down Dr. Angela Marlowe

Anthem After Giving Thanks, Remember Me McDonald

Sacrament of Holy Communion #12

SENDING FORTH

*Hymn Take Time To Be Holy #395

*The Light of Christ Leads Us into the World Acolytes

*Congregational Response Shalom to You #666

Shalom to you now, shalom, my friends. May God’s full mercies bless you, my friends. In all your living and through your loving, Christ be your shalom, Christ be your shalom.

*Postlude

*Please stand in praise of God if you are able

Our altar during Lent contains symbols of the season. Watch each week as we learn more about each symbol.

Gluten free communion wafers are available upon request. Please let the Pastor(s) know if this is desired.

Gibsonville United Methodist Church would like to thank Jody Gaedtke, our guest violinist, for sharing her gifts and talents with this congregation.

Enjoy a cup of coffee or a juice box in our Welcome Center located on the ground level at the North entrance of the building. We also invite you to pick up information about the various ministries at Gibsonville United Methodist Church.

Welcoming the Children at Gibsonville United Methodist Church

NURSERIES: For children 0-3 years old, we offer nurseries for both Sunday School and Worship. The Infant Nursery cares for children ages 0-18 months of age and the Toddler Nursery 18 months – 3 years. Both nurseries are located behind the Sanctuary on the 1^st Floor.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: Begins at 9:45 AM with all children (age 3 through 5^th grade) meeting in Room 210 for praise and worship singing. The children then divide into three age groups for their lesson, 3-4 year olds – Room 211, 5-6 year olds – Room 209 and 7-10 year olds in Room 210.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH: A Worship enrichment program is offered for children ages 4 through 2^nd grade. After the Children’s Time, children are invited to leave the Sanctuary with their leaders for a time of fun and learning. Children may then be picked up immediately after worship in Room 210.

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE

CHURCH WIDE BIRTHDAY PARTY - Come to the Fellowship Hall today at 3:00 PM and enjoy birthday cake, games and other activities.

YOUTH – TODAY – Meet at 6:00 PM in the Youth Room for a program and to make preparations for Youth Sunday.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES – Will meet today at 7:00 PM in the Conference Room. Members are: David Teague – Chairperson, Fred Barringer, Anita Johnson, Max Litten, Jonathan Marlowe, Bentley Owen, Ken Rickard, Nancy Shepherd, Tommy Summers and John Terry.

CIRCLE #2 – Will meet Tuesday, February 23 at 11:30 AM in the Church Parlor.

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE – Please have all articles and information for the March Newsletter in the Church office by Tuesday, February 23.

NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY – FEBRUARY 23 AND MARCH 5 & 6 – Picture time is quickly approaching! If you have not yet signed up to have your picture taken for the Church’s Pictorial Directory, please make sure that you sign up soon! You must have an appointment to have your picture taken. Anyone who attends Gibsonville United Methodist Church can have their picture taken for the directory. Pictures are not limited to church members. To sign up please see Millie Schumpert today before or after worship in the Narthex. Please note: Pictures taken on Tuesday, February 23 will be on the 2^nd floor, Room 210.

GUMC 101 – There will be a GUMC 101 on March 7 at 9:45 AM in Fellowship Hall. This is for any new members of the church or those who may be considering membership. We will have breakfast and also a short program about the ministries, activities and organization of our church in addition to the basic beliefs of the United Methodist Church.

OPPORTUNITY FOR OLDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS – This spring we will have a special opportunity for children in Third, Fourth and Fifth grades to explore the gospel lessons found in the popular Harry Potter book series. For five Sundays, starting next Sunday, February 28 and continuing through the month of March, the class will discuss biblical themes found in the world of “The Boy Who Lived” through discussions, movie clips and variety of activities. The class will meet in the Children’s Assembly Room #210 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. If you have questions, contact Michelle Rash at 212-3424. Redding the books in advance is not required.

EVANGELISM COMMITTEE – The Evangelism Committee wants to assess the need for a transportation ministry that would provide rides to and from Sunday School and Church on Sundays. Please contact the church office at 449-4810 if you or someone you know would take advantage of this service.

WE NEED VOLUNTEERES FOR CHILDREN’S CHURCH! There is an urgent need for volunteers for Children’s Church. Sign up sheets are available on the bulletin board located outside the Church Parlor. Please consider helping in this very important ministry. For more information contact Sally Duquette – 449-9021 or the church office 449-4810. Watch for details concerning Children’s Church in the near future.

LOAVES & FISHES – Volunteers are needed for home delivery for March 13. You will need to arrive at the Burlington Distribution Center (on the corner of Lexington and Maple Avenue) between 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Please contact David Uberig by email at duberig@triad.rr.com if you would be willing to volunteer.

Remember In Prayer

PRAY FOR:	REQUESTED BY:	PRAYER REQUEST:
Judy Cutler	Flonnie Moize	Strength and healing
Johanna Lawrence	Wyatt Jones	Healing from emergency surgery
Holt Cheek	Linda Waynick	Strength and healing from heart problem
Betsy Greeson	Friends	Continued healing
Charlie Hall	Friends	Healing
Elizabeth McFarland	Linda Waynick	Healing and peace
Betty Overman	Friends	Recovering from pneumonia
Fay Pegram (Joe Cline’s Aunt)	Joe Cline	Comfort and healing during cancer treatment
Bret Pierce	Michele Terry	Awaiting test results from biopsy
Patsy Sawyer	Cole Montgomery Sherrie Clapp	To feel better Healing
Barbara Schilling		Health Problems
Donnie Summers	Friends	Healing
Ben Wicker	Kim, Tommy & Ty Norwood	Healing and strength

Long Term Prayer Needs

Thelma Barber, Pam Fagan, Charlie Hall, Janis Hawk, Beatrice Jadlocki, William Lewis, Elizabeth McFarland, Rev. John J. Miller, Doug & Betty Overman, Ruby Ray, Kay Riggins

Extended Care Facilities

Mary Ellen Boyles, Camille Kivette, Betty Cheek Moore, Harue Overman, Richard Younger

Military Personnel

Cameron Barfield, Troy Blanchard, Jeremy Cobb, James Dahl, Ed Faulkner, Jr., Josh Fogleman, Jerry Moize, Jr., Rick Moor, Tommy Pollard, Jonathan Small, Evan Strickland, Jr., Aaron Trawick, Chuck Walker, Jim Washington, Tom Washington

Opportunities this week for Worship, Study, and Service

Sunday 2/21/10	Monday 2/22/10	Tuesday 2/23/10	Wednesday 2/24/10	Thursday 2/25/10	Friday 2/26/10	Saturday 2/27/10	Sunday 2/28/10
9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship 3 PM Church Wide Birthday Party 5 PM Confirmation Class 6 PM Youth 7 PM Board of Trustees	Visitation: Ingle/Litten 7 PM Boy Scouts 7 PM Daisy/Brownies	11:30 AM Circle #2 3:00 PM–9:30 PM Pictorial Directory 6 PM Scouts Blue & Gold Banquet 7 PM Disciple III 7 PM Alive in Christ Group	6 PM Handbell Rehearsal 7:15 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal			4:30 PM Singles Outing	Youth Sunday 9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship 4 PM Confirmation Class 5 PM Youth

Worship Assistants for February 21, 2010

Worship Assistants for February 28, 2010

Acolytes: Holt & Kiley Sears Altar Flowers: Lent Altar Altar Guild: Kathy McIntyre Audio Operator: Susan Teague Assistant: David Hammer Children’s Church: Communion – No Children’s Church Counters (Offering) White Team – Randy Apple, Steve Clapp & Max Litten Greeters: Ralph & Susan Bland Liturgical Color of the Day: Purple Nursery (Infant): Linda Hunt Nursery (Toddler): Elizabeth Ingle & Michael Hunt Usher (Head): Steve Clapp

Acolytes: Kyle Brain & Cole Montgomery Altar Flowers: Lent Altar Altar Guild: Kathy McIntyre Audio Operator: Tim Wood Assistant: Ken Rickard Children’s Church: Communion – David & Lawanda Porter Counters (Offering) White Team – Randy Apple, Steve Clapp & Max Litten Greeters: Ralph & Susan Bland Liturgical Color of the Day: Purple Nursery (Infant): Paula Lewis Nursery (Toddler): Breanna Lewis & Emileigh Barfield Usher (Head): Steve Clapp

	NEW WOMEN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS Join us on January 24, 2010 at 9:45 AM for a new Bible study “Living a Life of Balance” So many of us yearn for balance in our lives. We hope to find that precise alignment which will leave all our daily responsibilities in perfect harmony. But as believers, we seem to have so many more ways to be thrown off-balance. We aren’t just balancing our household schedules with work, diet, rest, and exercise. No ma’am! That might take care of physical balance. But we must also consider the spiritual balance of our lives. What is the state of our heart? How are we handling the tenuous balance between faith and sight, between love and obedience, between longing and contentment? Join us as we discover this together! For more information contact Angela Marlowe at 449-4810 or Susan Ezekiel at 449-7298.
			Our Stewardship February 14, 2010 Sunday School Attendance: 90 Worship Service Attendance: 182 Offering Received for Operating Budget: $7,296.32 Weekly Offering Needed for 2010 Operating Budget: $6,238.69 Weekly Offering Needed for Building Mortgage Payment: $2,400.00
		Ministers: All Our Members Pastor: Rev. Jonathan Marlowe – jonathan.marlowe@gibsonvilleumc.org Pastor: Dr. Angela Marlowe – angela.marlowe@gibsonvilleumc.org Administrative Assistant: Edith Younger – edith.younger@gibsonvilleumc.org Director of Music: Jim Gunn Organist/Pianist: Susan Pyles Custodian: Kibble Davis