Neillsville,
Wisconsin
Pastor Jacoba Koppert
Church 715-743-2147
Pastor's Office
715-743-2117
www.uccneillsville.org
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May 13, 2018 10:00 a.m.
THE SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Festival of the Christian Home/MotherÕs Day
All who are comfortably able are invited to
stand at those
places in the service indicated by an
asterisk*
We ask you to please turn off all telephones
and electronic devices.
We Gather to Worship God and
Celebrate the Resurrection
PRELUDE Eileen Zank
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
GATHERING MUSIC
PRAYERS OF THE
CONGREGATION
*CALL TO WORSHIP (Leader: Light Print – People Bold)
Jesus commanded: Love one another.
We come to worship the God who is love
that we may learn to love one another.
Jesus said: ÒNo longer do I call you servants; now I call
you my friends.
We come to worship the God whose friends we are
through Christ.
Let us sing praise to God and live in love and friendship
toward the human family; through Jesus Christ. Amen.
*HYMN ÒAll Are WelcomeÓ (Insert)
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION
God of love and justice, we long for peace
within and
peace without. We long for harmony in our
families,
for serenity in the midst of struggle, and
for commitment to each otherÕs growth. We long for the day when our homes will
be a dwelling place for your love. Yet we confess that we are anxious; we do
not trust each other, and we harbor violence. We are not willing to take the risks and make the hard
choices that love requires. Look upon us with kindness and grace. Rule in our homes and in all the world;
show us how to walk in your paths, through the mercy of our Savior. Amen.
*ASSURANCE OF PARDON
PRAISE RESPONSE ÓHallelujah"
Halle,
halle, hallelujah, Halle, halle, hallelujah.
Halle,
halle, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah!
*PASSING THE PEACE
Let us welcome one another. Let us share ChristÕs love for each other. Let us offer ChristÕs peace to each other. The Peace of Christ be with you.
And also, with you.
(All
are invited to greet others with handshakes or hugs while saying to them "The peace of Christ be with you"
and responding "and also with
you.")
We Listen for News of the Resurrection
CHILDREN SING ÒWherever
Love IsÓ
CHILDRENÕS
TIME
FIRST
LESSON
Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 Matthias Chosen to Replace Judas
GOSPEL LESSON
John 17:6-19 ÒI have sent them into the world.Ó
SERMON ÒHanding
on the TorchÓ Pastor James Mohr
*RESPONSE TO THE WORD
United Church Statement of Faith
We believe in you, O God, Eternal Spirit,
God of our Savior
Jesus Christ and our God, and to your deeds we testify:
You call the
worlds into being, create persons in your own image, and set before each one
the ways of life and death.
You seek in holy
love to save all people from aimlessness and sin.
You judge people
and nations by your righteous will declared through prophets and apostles.
In Jesus Christ,
the man of Nazareth, our crucified and risen Savior, you have come to us
and shared our
common lot,conquering sin and death and reconciling the world to yourself.
You bestow upon
us your Holy Spirit, creating and renewing the church of Jesus Christ,
binding in
covenant faithful people of all ages, tongues, and races.
You call us into
your church to accept the cost and joy of discipleship,
to be your
servants in the service of others, to proclaim the gospel to all the world
and resist the
powers of evil, to share in ChristÕs baptism and eat at his table,
to join him in
his passion and victory.
You promise to
all who trust you forgiveness of sins and fullness of grace,
courage in the
struggle for justice and peace, your presence in trial and rejoicing,
and eternal life
in your realm which has no end.
Blessing and
honor, glory and power be unto you.
Amen.
We Respond To
GodÕs Faithfulness
*HYMN ÒI
Sing a Song of the Saints of GodÓ
#298
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
THE LORDÕS 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 debts, as we forgive our
debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine
is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
INVITATION TO OFFERING
THE OFFERTORY Eileen
Zank
*THE DOXOLOGY
Praise
God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise
God, all creatures here below;
Praise
God for all that love has done;
Creator,
Christ and Spirit One. Amen.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ÒFor the
Beauty of the EarthÓ #34
*THE
BENEDICTION
*CHORAL
RESPONSE "Christ
is Risen"
Soar we now where Christ has led. Alleluia!
Following our exalted Head, Alleluia!
Made like Him, like Him we rise, Alleluia!
Our the cross, the grave the skies, Alleluia!
*POSTLUDE
The Light of Christ Leads Us into the
World in Easter Joy
Announcements
We welcome
you to this service of worship. We
hope you will experience the love of God and your neighbors. You are invited to
join us in the Fellowship Hall downstairs for coffee/refreshments and
conversation. Whoever you are and
where ever you are on lifeÕs journey, you are welcome here.
Note: You will find the attendance
folders in the pews on the center racks of every pew - please take time to fill
out the attendance sheet including your full address and return them to the
side aisles; ushers will collect them during the last hymn. Thank you.
Radio Broadcast Sponsors – The radio broadcast portion of
todayÕs service is given by Dolores Johnson in memory of her mother, Nellie Rupnow.
Calendar
Monday, May 14 - 6:30-7:30 p.m. Nar-anon.
Tuesday, May 15 - 5:30 p.m. Trustees; 6:30 p.m. Deacons &
Deaconesses; 7:30 p.m. Church Council.
Thursday, May 17 – 10-11:30 a.m. Sun Catchers CafŽ.
Next Sunday, May 20 - 9 a.m. Sr. Choir practice;
10 a.m. Pentecost/Baccalaureate Sunday (Wear Red) (Looking for the names of UCC High School, College, Tech Graduates.)
Vacation Bible School Dates – ÒPolar Blast WeekendÓ
Friday, June 1 - 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, June 2 - 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Sign-Up
Kids! Registration forms available in Narthex and in bulletin insert. Age 3 – 5th Grade are
welcome to come!
Bring
a friend! Hope to see you there!
(Looking
for volunteers to HELP with VBS) Call the church office 715-743-2147 – or
let Pastor Jacoba know.
Vacation Bible School
Registration Form
ÒPOLAR BLAST WEEKENDÓ
Friday, June 1 – 4-8 p.m.
(Transportation will be provided after
school on Friday)
Saturday, June 2 – 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Age 3-5th Grade
ChildÕs
name:------------------------------------------------------
ChildÕs age-----------------Date of Birth-----------------------
Last School grade completed----------------------
Name of
parent(s)----------------------------------------------------
Street
address:-------------------------------------------------------
City:---------------------------------------------------------------
Home telephone:--------------------------------------
Parent/caregiverÕs
cellphone---------------------------------------
Allergies or other medical
conditions-----------------------------
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In case of emergency
contact---------------------------------------
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Phone-----------------------------------------
Strengthen the Church
Special Offering
Each year, we receive a special offering that helps the churchÕs love to grow and thrive. Called Strengthen the Church. This offering funds new congregations and renews existing ones. It supports programs for youth and young adults and nurtures current and future leaders. And it sends the God is Still Speaking MinistryÕs message of extravagant welcome and inclusivity into our world. We will receive this offering on May 20 – the birthday of the church – Pentecost Sunday. I invite you to celebrate by giving to Strengthen the Church. Your generous gift ensures a vibrant church tomorrow.
Spread the Love. Strengthen the Church. God is still speaking. You will find Strengthen the Church special offering envelopes in the pew racks. Thank you for your support!