Berkeley United Methodist Church

2407 Berkeley Ave., Austin, TX 78745 Phone: (512) 447-6633 Fax: (512) 851-8438 www.berkeleyumc.org
September 16, 2012 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

hands respect the things you have made, our ears be sharp to hear your voice. Make us wise, so that we may know the things you have taught your people. We seek strength not to be superior to our brothers and sisters, but to live in harmony with ourselves and all of your creation. Help us to be ever ready to come to you, so when life fades as the sunset, our spirits may come to you without shame. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: May almighty God, who caused light to shine out of darkness, shine in our hearts, cleansing us from all our sins, and restoring us to the light of the knowledge of Gods glory, in the face of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

OFFERING OUR GIFTS AND PRAYERS Offering envelopes may be found inside front cover of UM Hymnal. A SONG OF PRAISE TO GOD UMH #94

GATHERING THE PEOPLE OF GOD

Please take a moment to silence your cell phones now. GATHERING SONG Welcome W&S #3152

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

PROCLAIMING GODS WORD

CHILDRENS TIME Where Children Belong TFWS #2233

GOING FORTH TO SERVE AND LIVE A NEW LIFE

*SENDING SONG Eternal God, Transcending Time W&S #3030

Welcome to this place. Youre invited to come and know Gods grace. All are welcome the love of God to share Cause all of us are welcome here; All are welcome in this place.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY OF FAITH

This, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, Gods Word, bread and cup, prayer, and song: This is where children belong. PRAYER FROM THE PSALMS SPECIAL MUSIC BIBLE READING For All That Is By Taylor Davis Psalm 19 UMH #750 Chancel Choir Mark 8:27-38

If you would like to know more about baptism or becoming a member of Berkeley United Methodist Church by profession of faith or transfer of your current church membership, please call the church office and make an appointment to speak with Rev. Devine. THE BENEDICTION Bring Forth the Kingdom TFWS #2190

As we greet one another and have some brief announcements, please fill in the yellow card to let us know of your presence and your prayers!
When this sign (*) appears, you are invited to stand if it is comfortable to do so.

You are invited to join hands as we share in the song: Bring forth the kingdom of mercy, Bring forth the kingdom of peace; Bring forth the kingdom of justice, Bring forth the kingdom of God! Thank you for worshiping with us today! In between our services, you are invited for coffee and fellowship on the deckwed love to get to know you better! THOSE LEADING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Jeanne Devine will bring the sermon. Our worship leader for the 8:30 service is Nina Huitt and for the 10:50 service is Sue Bordovsky. Media Operators are Steve Collins (8:30) and Jamie Justus (10:50). Carol Denton leads our Childrens Time. We thank all our greeters, ushers, and acolytes. CHURCH NURSERY Child care is available for children up to age 5 in the church nursery on Sunday mornings. Children are always welcome in the sanctuary. Children's Sunday School is offered after Childrens Time in the 10:50 worship service.

PRELUDE AND LIGHTING THE CANDLES Come, Christians, Join to Sing Arr. Kevin McChesney

Handbells

*CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Wisdom cries out in the streets. People: We hear and struggle to understand. Leader: Come and listen to the words of life and love. People: We hear and proclaim our faith in the one who brings life. Leader: Let us worship the God of life and wisdom whose words guide our life on the right paths. *OPENING HYMN God, Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens UMH #150

Leader: This is the Word of God for us, the people of God. All: Thanks be to God! SERMON Dust + Spirit = Life Rev. Jeanne Devine

RESPONSE TO THE WORD

TIME OF REFLECTION *HYMN OF RESPONSE You, Lord, Are Both Lamb and Shepherd W&S #3043

Ushers will collect yellow cards; please pass yours down to the end of the row. PRAYER OF CONFESSION O Mighty God, whose voice we hear in the winds, whose handiwork we see in the heavens, and whose breath gives life to all the world, hear us. We come before you as your children. We are small and weak; we need your strength and wisdom. Let us walk in beauty. Make our eyes ever behold the red and purple sunset. May our

WE PRAY FOR OTHERS The pastor will share prayer requests and the congregation will respond: Lord, hear our prayer. After the prayers have been lifted, we will pray together the Lords 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.

Upcoming Events This Week

Sunday, September 16 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 5:30 pm UM Youth Fellowship Monday, September 17 10:00 am Womens Group (7) 7:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 7:00 pm Finance (7) Tuesday, September 18 6:00 pm Cub Scouts (FH) 7:00 pm SPRC (7) Wednesday, September 19 6:00 pm Handbell Choir 7:00 pm Chancel Choir Thursday, September 20 5:30 pm Saint Louise House (CLC) 7:00 pm Stewardship (7) Saturday, September 22 7:28 am UM Mens breakfast (CLC) Sunday, September 23 Newsletter Deadline 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 4:00 pm Family Ministries (7) 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 5:30 pm UM Youth Fellowship

Announcements
UMW Heart PillowsYou may have noticed the heart and mastectomy pillows displayed in the foyer this morning. The Berkeley UMW Women in Action Circle prepared them at their Wednesday, September 12th meeting. The mastectomy pillows were sewn and completed by member Iris Field. Member Brenda (BJ) Johnson sewed the heart pillows prior to the meeting and the members stuffed them. This is a yearly project of long-standing by the Circle and they are donated to St. David's South Austin Hospital. This year a total of 41 pillows were made! Will the Work Corner Continue?We need volunteers for: 5th Sundayonly 4 times a year; On-call substitutes for regular workers. The work is done by pairs. Training is offered to new volunteers. Supplies are provided. We meet at 6:30 a.m. in the CLC kitchen to prepare eggs and beverages, drive to 7th St. to serve, then return to BUMC. To continue this ministry, we need a few more volunteers. Contact Carolyn Brown at 443-2600 or cbsews@austin.rr.com for information or signing up. Buy Fair Trade, Help OthersSample Fair Trade coffee today! Berkeley UMW members are offering these opportunities during Sunday coffee hours: Sept. 16 (coffee taste) Sept. 23 (coffee taste and pre-orders accepted) Sept. 30 (pre-orders accepted) Purchased coffee should be available for delivery by the end of October (if not sooner). Fair Trade means that growers and workers receive fair compensation and work under humane conditions. All proceeds benefit Berkeley UMW mission projects, the farmer, and the UMCOR Coffee Project. Fifth Sunday Potluck LunchOn Sunday, September 30, plan to eat lunch with your friends at Berkeley! We gather following second services in the Fellowship Hall. Bring enough of your favorite dish to share. Drinks provided. Finance Update Through 8/31/12: 2012 Income: $162,807 2012 Expenses: $179,228 Shortfall: $16,421 What can you do to help? 1) Bring your Estimate of Giving up to date. Call Ray Hodson, 447-2080, if youre unsure; 2) No Estimate? Please contribute toward the ministries you value here and desire to continue. We need everyones support; 3) Eat out one meal per week less, and contribute that amount to your church.

September 16, 2012

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Newsletter Deadline: Sunday, September 23

Glory be to God who created the heavens!

Ministers: Members of the Congregation Pastor: Rev. Jeanne Devine (revjeanned@sbcglobal.net) Director of Music: Victoria Schwarz (vlschwarz@aol.com) Pianist: Dr. Tyler Mabry (tgmabry@gmail.com) Media Manager: Elizabeth Walters (mariewalters1996@austin.rr.com) Administrative Assistant: Tara Nash (bumc78745@sbcglobal.net) Childcare Director: Allison McGillicuddy (bumc.childcare@sbcglobal.net)

Serving God + + Sharing Christ + + Receiving Mercy