9:00 am Contemporary Worship Service

We come this morning to worship and give thanks for Gods overwhelming love.
May Gods promised gift through Jesus change the way we live within the
world!

Welcome and Call to Worship Rev. Bryan Sisson

Passing the Peace

Praise and Worship Time Doug Wright & Praise Team
Our God
Beautiful Things

Childrens Message Darcy Bierer
Dancers: Jessica Reese, Sarah Grace Reynolds, Josie Sisson, & Riley Sisson
Choreography by Brittany Allen
Kids age 4 through 2
nd
Grade may leave at this time to be a part of Childrens Church.

Prayers of the People Mary Graham
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.

Scripture Genesis 22:1-14

Message SUMMER OF STORIES Steve Ward
Embracing Leap of Faith Life-Moments Rev. Bryan Sisson

Giving Our Tithes and Offerings

Closing Song All the Poor and Powerless Doug Wright & Praise Team

Words of Challenge Rev. Bryan Sis-
son

Please stand as you are able


There are earplugs available at the back of the Sanctuary
for those who might need them.
Welcome to Our Guests!
Thank you for worshiping at Grace UMC! You are our honored guest, and
we hope you will make yourself at home this morning. We want to welcome
and follow up with you, so please fill out a First-Time Visitor Card in the
Attendance Pads and share your information. Also, please make sure to
introduce yourself to Pastor Bryan after the service.

Summer Sermon Series
Join the Grace UMC family in worship this summer as we share in a sermon
series entitled Summer of Stories. Going through August 3
rd
, each week we
will have opportunity to hear from a Grace member as they share their faith
by offering ways that God has blessed their lives. This is a special time in the
life of the church, and all are encouraged to make worship a priority as we
celebrate the God-stories in each of us!

Casual Summer Worship
We encourage members to come as you are for worship during June and
July! During these months our pastors and choir will not be in robes, and all
are invited to be casually dressed.

Disc Golf Today
Join us today for a fun afternoon of Disc Golf! We will eat at Subway (2880
Jordan Lane NW) and play disc golf at Mastin Lake Park. All are welcome to
join us for lunch after the service, or just join us at the course at 1:00 pm.
Contact Pastor Todd at toddnorenhentz@graceumchsv.org or John Lawson at
(256) 503-2700 for more information.

Tuesday Morning Summer "Prayer and Share"
Ladies, our next meeting will be Tuesday, July 8
th
. Please remember to bring
the clothes you have been collecting as a summer outreach for donation to
the Women's Halfway House. We are gathering the clothing for women who
have been released from the Women's Prison. The clothing will be delivered
to the Halfway house later in July. If you are interested in accompanying
the delivery team, let us know! For questions, please call Mary Graham at
(256) 424-3835.

Upcoming Meetings
Finance Team - Tuesday, July 8
th
, at 6:00 pm
Staff Parish - Thursday, July 10
th
, at 7:00 pm

One Service for VBS Celebration Sunday
In order to join together as a Body of Faith and give thanks for our week of
VBS, we will have ONE COMBINED SERVICE of celebration on Sunday, July
20, at 11:00 am. Our Praise Band will be playing (as well as Curtis Lindsay,
our pianist) as our children will be leading us in worship on this special
Sunday. Please note: There will be NO 9:00 am Contemporary Worship
service that day, but we WILL have Sunday School at 10:05 am. Come and
be a part of this special worship as we celebrate the children of Grace UMC!

Parents Night Out
Join us on Friday, July 25
th
, for a fun-filled night of games, crafts, and
activities for kids of all ages. To help keep this night awesome for our kids,
parents are kindly requested to go and find something to do on their own.
We begin at 5:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm for 5 & under or 10:00 pm for 6 &
over. The cost is $10 per child, with a $20 family maximum. It's a great time
to invite a friend to church. Sign up online at http://www.graceumchsv.org/
pno.

New Banners for Hallway and Sanctuary
We are currently raising funds which will enable us to purchase new banners
to decorate the Sanctuary and hallways of the church. If you would like to
be a part, please place a check into the offering plate made out to the church
with Banner Fund noted in the memo line. Thank you!
UPCOMING CHURCH ACTIVITIES
11:00 am Traditional Worship Service
Through SONG, PRAYER, and WORD let us come before God this morning with
willing hearts. Come, Holy Spirit, and fill us with the power of your peace this
day of new beginnings!

Words of Gathering Rev. Bryan Sisson

Musical Invitation and Lighting of Candles Curtis Lindsay, piano
Prelude in E major Op. 28 N 9, F. Chopin

Introit Blessed Jesus, at Thy Word Chancel Choir

Welcome & Announcements

Opening Hymn #103 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise

Passing the Peace

Prayers of the People Mary Graham
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!

Hymn #328 Surely the Presence of the Lord

Childrens Message Darcy Bierer
Dancers: Jessica Reese, Sarah Grace Reynolds, Josie Sisson, & Riley Sisson
Choreography by Brittany Allen
Childrens bulletins and Busy Bags are available in the gathering area outside the
double doors. Childrens Church is offered for children age 4 through 2
nd
Grade.

Anthem God of the Ages Chancel Choir

Scripture Reading Genesis 22:1-14

Message SUMMER OF STORIES Steve Ward
Embracing Leap of Faith Life-Moments Rev. Bryan Sisson

Giving Our Tithes and Offerings Curtis Lindsay, piano
I Am Thine, O Lord

Words of Praise and 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.

Closing Hymn #140 Great Is Thy Faithfulness

Blessing and Sending Forth

Please stand as you are able


Grace Youth Stuff Auction & Dinner
Tonight at 5:00 pm

Dinner choices are grilled chicken or Salisbury steak,
mashed potatoes, and mixed vegetables.
Chicken fingers and fries for kids.

Dinner is complimentary.
All funds raised goes into individual student accounts
to help pay for events and trips.
























The worshipers at Grace UMC are its ministers.
The staff who support them are:

Senior Pastor: J. Bryan Sisson
Associate Pastor: Todd Noren-Hentz
Director of Youth Ministries: Adam McNeil
Director of Childrens Ministries: Darcy Bierer
Office Administrator: Vicki Sheehy
Music Director: Gianna Gimenez
Praise and Worship Leader: Doug Wright
Accompanist: Curtis Lindsay
Facilities Manager: Ben Allen
Nursery Coordinator: Kalyn Polatty
Church Activities This Week*

Sunday, 6/29
9:00 am Contemporary Worship
10:05 am Sunday School
11:00 am Traditional Worship
1:00 pm Disc Golf Outing
3:00 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry
5:00 pm Youth Stuff Auction

Monday, 6/30
8:30 am Salvation Army Sandwiches
Tuesday, 7/1
10:30 am Staff Meeting
11:30 am Men of Grace Luncheon

Wednesday, 7/2
11:00 am Kids Make Your Own Pizza
Day Event
7:30 pm Pick-Up Basketball
Thursday, 7/3
5:30 pm Praise Band Practice

Friday, 7/4
INDEPENDENCE DAY

Sunday, 7/6
HOLY COMMUNION SUNDAY
9:00 am Contemporary Worship
10:05 am Sunday School
11:00 am Traditional Worship
1:00 pm Grace Family Fun Fly
5:30 pm MYF
PRAYER CONCERNS
Please share additional concerns
during prayer time.

Helen Matthews, Joann Wiemers,
Herb Goodrich, Martha Rothermel,
Jim Martin, & Stacey McIntyre
GRACE UMC SERVANTS THIS WEEK:
Greeters: 9:00 Service Gail Linton/Andrew Riley
Greeters: 11:00 Service Joanne Weis/Gina Barlow
Acolytes: 11:00 Service Josie Sisson/Daniel Pizitz
Guest Deliveries: Don Love
Childrens Church (9:00 Service) - Betsy Allison/Darcy Bierer
Childrens Church (11:00 Service) - Emily Stinson/Darcy Bierer
Soundboard: Brent Jones/Phillip Owen/Matthew Sweet
2113 Old Monrovia Road
Huntsville, AL 35806
(256) 430-0003
Fax: (256) 430-0704
www.graceumchsv.org

Want to Help with the Expense of Vacation Bible School?
Monetary donations to VBS are very much appreciated. Please put Grace
VBS on the memo line of your check. Thank you!

Make Your Own Pizza Day!
Come join us this Wednesday, July 2
nd
, at 11:00 am. We'll make our own
pizza, cook it, and then eat it! Bring your friends! There is no cost, but
please RSVP to Darcy Bierer by June 30
th
.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE
CHILDRENS MINISTRY NOTES
YOUTH MINISTRY NOTES
* For a complete calendar of events at the
church, please visit our website.
The Mission of Grace UMC:
Praising God...Proclaiming Christ
Serving Others
Sunday, June 29, 2014

New Series in Both Sunday School and MYF
We are beginning a new Sunday School series entitled, Keep Calm and
Carry On which deals with stress and worry. Sunday School is at
10:05 am.
Our new MYF lesson is Shocking and Scandalous Bible Stories. MYF
begins at 6:30 pm.

Thank You!
A big thank you to all who helped to make our Youth Rummage Sale
yesterday so successful. Your help was very much appreciated, and we
couldnt have done it without you!

VBS Volunteers Needed
Wed love to have more volunteers to help out with our upcoming VBS! If
you have a love for children and would like to serve in this special way,
please contact Carol Reynolds at (256) 508-0765 or Tracy Sisson at
(256) 527-5442.

Serving Communion in Worship
Would you like to assist in serving communion during monthly communion
services and at other special services? You can sign up now on the bulletin
board across from the kitchen. Dates are available for all of 2014.

HAP (Huntsville Assistance Program) Food Pantry Donations
During the month of June Grace UMC is collecting cereal and oatmeal to
support the Huntsville Assistance Program. Please place donated food
items in the Food Pantry in Fellowship Hall Room #3.
Report for 6/22/14
Giving to 2014 General Fund

Average Weekly Goal $13,789.00
Given Last Sunday $10,305.18
Needed as of Last Sunday $344,725.00
Given as of Last Sunday $296,211.19

Other Gifts
Banner Fund $100.00
Choir Robes $400.00
Technology (Sound System) $25.00
VBS $25.00

Attendance 260
9:00 Service 114
10:00 Service 146
Finding Our Place
in Gods Story
Embracing Leap of Faith Life-Moments

Worship Flowers This Week:

The flowers by the altar this morning
are given to the glory of God by Buddy
& Debbie McMullin in honor of their
37
th
anniversary on July 2
nd

and also daughter & son-in-law,
Kelly & Chris Bullingtons 3
rd

anniversary on July 9
th
.
VBS is Coming!
Our Children's Ministry Team is excited to announce that Vacation
Bible School will be July 13
th
-16
th
from 5:45-8:15 pm each night.
Our Workshop of Wonders VBS will be a fun time for all!! We'll have
music, crafts, games, and other exciting activities. You may register
your child (Ages 4-Rising 5
th
Grade) now at 2014.cokesburyvbs.com/
grace. You may register to volunteer also. We will have Nursery and
a 2's/3's class for children of those who volunteer for VBS. Contact
Darcy Bierer for more information!