Opening Hymn*. âCome, thou fountâ ... Opening Prayer* .... Other business will include an update from the Building .
WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 a.m. September 11, 2016 GATHERING Gathering Music Jean Krahn Welcome & Announcements Dale Hershberger,Worship Leader Prelude Opening Hymn* “Come, thou fount” Blue #521 Stan Bartel, Song Leader Call to Worship* Leader: Only when we admit we are lost People: can we be led. Leader: Only when we acknowledge our weakness People: can we be given strength. Leader: Only when we are empty People: can we be filled. All: We are lost. We are weak. We are empty. Leader: Come Lord Jesus, hear our prayer. From Words for Worship 2, ed. by Diane Zaerr Brenneman ©2009 Herald Press, Scottdale, PA
Opening Prayer* PRAISING Hymn* “Praise to God, immortal praise” Blue #91 Offering (Please complete and pass the friendship lists at this time ) HEARING GOD’S WORD Moments with Children
Bob Atchison
(Preschoolers may go to the nursery)
Old Testament Scripture – Jeremiah 4:11-12, Rhonna Hargett 22-28 (p.613) Hymn
“God of Jeremiah”
Hymnal Pocket
New Testament Scripture – Luke 15:1-10
Melissa Atchison
(p.850)
Message
Judgment and Grace
RESPONDING TO THE WORD Hymn* “Lord, should rising whirlwinds”
Richard Gehring
Blue #92
Sharing Joys & Concerns (Please stand and state your name when sharing) Note: Joys and Concerns shared will be sent out by e-mail to the congregation unless there is a specific request not to for a specific concern.
Sharing in Prayer SENDING The Blessing* Pastor: Peace be with you. People: And also with you. Response* “May God grant you a blessing” Blue #422 Postlude * =============================================== * Please stand as you are able
SERVING TODAY: Nursery: Jenny Bergen, Michael Hulbert Count Offering: Janice Hershberger, Keith Miller Greeters: Rene Smalldridge, Sara Miller Ushers: Jakob Whitson, Isaac Hargett Dishes/Trash: Richard Harris TODAY NEXT SUNDAY
9:30 am 10:45 am Noon 9:30 am 10:45 am
Sunday School for all ages Worship Service Potluck Sunday School for all ages Worship Service
SERVING NEXT SUNDAY: Worship Leader: Fadi Aramouni Pianist: Sharolyn Jackson Song Leader: Cathy Bitikofer Child Message: Richard Gehring Read Scripture: Ruth Miller, Jakob Whitson Nursery: Resa Price, Carson Wall Count Offering: Stan Bartel, Dean Denner Greeters: Bob Schroeder, Glady Schroeder Ushers: Keith Miller, Wyatt Adams Dishes/Trash: Dean Denner Scriptures: Jeremiah 8:18-9:1; 1 Timothy 2:1-7
PASTOR'S OFFICE HOURS Richard – 9:00am-4:00pm Wed & Thu, 12:30- 4:00pm Fri Barbara – 9:00am-12:30pm Mon & Fri SECRETARY’S OFFICE HOURS Jenee will be in Mon, Fri 10:00am - 12:00pm Tues, Thurs 9:00am - 11:00pm
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS Monday 8:15 am Centering prayer (821 Poyntz or church annex in bad weather)
Wednesday Thursday
12:45 pm Women's Bible Study (2030 Hunting Ave) 7:00 pm Quilting 7:00 pm Youth Group 7:00 pm Quilting
Last Sunday's Attendance: 46 ANNOUNCEMENTS: OUR CONGREGATION: Emergency shelter collection items are toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and powder laundry detergent. Items may be brought any Sunday and sent forward with the children during Children’s Time. Notice some changes to the church calendar: Centering prayer has been changed from Friday mornings to Monday mornings to accommodate schedules. Women's Bible Study will begin this week at a new location – the home of Charlotte MacFarland (2030 Hunting Ave). Fall is a great time to consider joining a group at MMC. These groups and others (including quilting and other small groups) are open to new or returning participants. For more information, contact Pastor Barb, or just show up. The elders of the congregation have issued a call to prayer and fasting as we seek God's call and vision in carrying on the ministry of Manhattan Mennonite Church, moving forward in our hope for a new and more usable building to support that ministry. More information on the call has been distributed in mailboxes and is posted on the church web page. You are invited to write down any reflections or commitments you've come to on the back of the friendship register as it is passed during the offering today. Potluck Saturday, October 22, (note change of date from previous announcements) 5pm at the barn of Sara & Keith Miller, 10955 Myers Valley Rd., Westmoreland. Bring chairs and table service. Old time music and contra dancing available for those who wish.
There will be a potluck today after worship. All are welcome. This is a tradition in our church. We will have a potluck noon meal once a month. We ask that you bring a dish to share but if you are unable or forgot, please attend anyway. Your company is welcome and there is always enough to go around! Congregational Meeting October 2 at 1:15. The agenda will include a presentation by Chuck Neufeld, who has been our consultant during the congregational and pastoral review this year. His summary will be followed by a vote on renewal of our pastors' contracts. Other business will include an update from the Building Sale & Transitioning Committee and preparation for our annual German Meal fundraiser. The Adult Sunday School class is beginning a book study on The Gospel Next Door by Marty Troyer. The Gospel Next Door unpacks the gospel through the lenses of following Jesus, making peace, and overcoming injustice. Those seeking to connect more deeply with the world that God so loved will find compelling stories and practical ideas for healing brokenness and imagining new life in this study. Books will be provided to participants and a study guide is available on-line. Class begins at 9:30 AM in the basement. Our church will again have a booth at Purple Power Play in City Park, Sept. 15-16. Volunteers are needed to represent MMC at our booth for any amount of time. A sign-up sheet is in the foyer. NEWS & PRAYERS FROM THE MENNONITE CHURCH: Register now for your fall camp adventure–Work & Play Camp! This all-ages, service-oriented retreat at Camp Mennoscah is scheduled over a weekend to allow folks who are busy on weekdays to take part in the fun. The retreat runs September 16-20 and all ages are invited to come out for whatever time you can squeeze into your schedule. (Those under 18 must be with an adult.) See the brochure and register online at www.campmennoscah.org! Our annual meeting will be on September 18. No cost for this retreat. Donations for meals appreciated.
Calling all visual artists! Mennonite Church USA is looking for freelance visual artists to contribute to a paid upcoming project. Email Alyssa Bennett Smith at
[email protected] if you're interested or know someone who is! Western District Conference Reference Council will be held at Luz del Evangelio in Dallas Texas on October 22 from 9 am-3 pm, with scripture reflections by theologian Lois Barrett, storytelling and table conversations on the theme "Held Together in Mission: Being Church in the Urban Context". Lunch will be provided; contributions will be invited to help cover expenses. Interested in carpooling from Kansas? Let us know! Hotel suggestions at: http://mennowdc.org/annual-assembly/#2016fallReference. Please RSVP to WDC by October 10. Everyone Invited! Camp Mennoscah’s Annual Meeting is September 18 at 5:30pm in the Dining Hall. There will be a couple of videos from the summer, words from the new executive director, and information about the kitchen/dining hall renovations. The meeting is part of our Work & Play Camp, so make a full day of it! Join us for worship in the morning, lunch, and then enjoy an afternoon of free time before the annual meeting. No cost. Donations accepted for meals and, of course, the kitchen/dining hall renovations. Please register if attending for the full day. Call us at 620-297-3290 or email
[email protected]. Bethel College is currently hosting “Building Bridges” in the Regier Art Gallery in Luyken Fine Arts Center. The works by Iraqi and Palestinian refugee artists are for sale by silent auction, with proceeds going to support the artists. Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sun., 2-4 p.m. “Building Bridges” is an effort by New York City-based Common Humanity and local groups, and is supported by a grant from the Peace and Justice Support Network of Mennonite Church USA. Common Humanity director Mel Lehman speaks at Bethel Weds., Sept. 21, during Life Enrichment, and Fri., Sept. 23, 11 a.m. in convocation in Krehbiel Auditorium – the last day to place bids, and the date of the exhibit’s closing reception. (You can view the paintings online at www.ictcommonhumanity.org/robert-w-regier-gallery-1)
September is a good time to renew your daily practice of prayer! Find recommendations for daily devotional podcasts or emails at AnabaptistFaithFormation.org. The site is sponsored by Central Plains Mennonite Conference, an area conference of Mennonite Church USA. MEDA Convention: “Women Changing the World” Join MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates) for 4 days of inspiration, information and networking in San Antonio, TX during October 27-30. Plenary sessions feature topics on entrepreneurship and women in business. Go to www.medaconvention.org for full descriptions of the plenary sessions, seminars, tours and on-line registration, or call 1 (800) 665-7026 for more information. Paid college internship opportunity with the Mennonite Church USA Communications Team! Beginning January and culminating in July 2017 at the Mennonite Church USA convention in Orlando, these paid internships include positions for writers, editors, photographers, social media managers and graphic designers. Students of color are especially encouraged to apply. If selected students wish to receive credit from their college or university, Mennonite Church USA staff will work with the appropriate faculty representative to determine whether this can be arranged. Contact Janie Beck Kreider for more information:
[email protected]. NEWS AND PRAYERS FROM OUR COMMUNITY You're invited to participate in the Concert Across America to End Gun Violence on Sunday, Sept.. On this day, the forgotten victims of America’s gun violence epidemic will be remembered in a series of live music events of all sizes from coast to coast. Tabor Mennonite Church near Goessel will be hosting a hymn sing & faspa (a light meal) at 4 pm. Everyone is invited to come sing songs of peace and lament together in memory of those who have died from senseless gun violence. At 7 pm, Kansas Interfaith Action will host a Concert Against Campus Carry at Liberty Hall in Lawrence. Performers include: Victor & Penny, Barclay Martin Ensemble, Minimal Animal. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com. Proceeds to benefit Kansans Against Campus Carry.
The Manhattan Area CROP Walk will be held Sunday, October 2 at 1:30 pm at the 1st Presbyterian Church at 8th and Leavenworth in Manhattan. The Manhattan Mennonite Church CROP "Team" (and anyone who wishes to join us) will be walking from the church, then around City Park,at 9:30 am (because we are having our Congregational Meeting that afternoon). Anyone wishing to help raise money for CROP in the form of pledges by seeking donors and walking may pick up forms and envelopes in the foyer. 20% of local funds go to local hunger relief agencies, and donations may also be designated toward Mennonite Central Committee. Please contact Cathy Bitikofer at
[email protected], or go to the web page at https://www.crophungerwalk.org/manhattanks/Team/View/26414/ Manhattan-Mennonite-Church. Supporters can make donations directly at this site. The Annual C. Clyde Fun Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 29, at K-State. This event, sponsored by the College of Business Administration, honors the college's first dean, C. Clyde Jones, a tireless community volunteer. Proceeds benefit Shepherd's Crossing, an ecumenical ministry that offers budget counseling, referrals and financial support for utilities, rent and prescription medication to residents in Riley County and St. George. 5K Road Race and Midge’s Mile Family Fun Run information and entry forms can be found at: cba.kstate.edu/cclyderun. Race entries are due by Friday, October 21. Families are encouraged to honor C. Clyde's recently passed wife, Midge, by joining their children in a Fall Costume Walk (1 mile), with prizes for the most creative children’s costumes. Joys & Concerns: _____________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
