February 4, 2018 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
overcoming distractions 8:30 and 11 a.m. ORDER OF WORSHIP February 4, 2018 Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
Gathering Music O Word of God Incarnate Landin/Mendelssohn
Welcome and Announcements Dr. Glenn Ethridge (Please complete and pass the red friendship pad at this time.)
Chant Phos Hilaron Hail! gladdening light (3rd Century) Phos Hilaron (Gladdening light) is the earliest known Christian hymn to be considered an actual hymn in the “modern sense.” e original melody, as used by the Greek Orthodox Church in the original 3rd century text, is considered taxing on the voice as it spans almost two octaves. During this time in Jerusalem, a lamp was kept perpetually burning in the empty tomb of Christ, its glow, a symbol of the living light of Jesus. As Christians gathered to worship, the hymn was sung and, in tradition known as the lighting of the lamps, a single candle lit from the lamp was brought forth from the tomb – its bright, solitary ame calling the church to celebrate the Risen Lord. Today, we present this hymn both ancient and modern as chant, as hymn using John Kebel’s translation, and as anthem set by John Stainer.
*Hymn of Praise From All at Dwell Below the Skies UMH 101
*A rmation of Faith A Modern A rmation Dr. Joseph McBrayer Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare: We believe in God the Father, in nite in wisdom, power, and love, whose mercy is over all his works, and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good. We believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of man, the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace, the ground of our hope, and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death. We believe in the Holy Spirit as the divine presence in our lives, whereby we are kept in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ, and nd strength and help in time of need. We believe that this faith should manifest itself in the service of love as set forth in the example of our blessed Lord, to the end that the kingdom of God may come upon the earth. Amen.
A Morning Prayer and e Lord’s Prayer Dr. McBrayer 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.
Our Tithes & O erings (8:30) As I Search the Holy Scriptures Chad Staten Ms. Tori Forbes, Soprano; Ms. Emily Burnette, Soprano; Ms. Natalie Spruell, Alto (11:00) Hail! gladdening light John Stainer Chancel Choir
*Doxology UMH 95 Praise God, from whom all blessings ow; praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. (Following the Doxology at 11:00 a.m., children in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade may leave for Children’s Church. Pick up is in room 227.) 8:30 and 11 a.m. ORDER OF WORSHIP *Hymn of Preparation Hail! gladdening light tune: Sine Nomine For All the Saints M I D E E K February 4, 2018 Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany Hail gladdening light of Your pure glory poured, W Who is the Immortal, Father, heavenly blest, Holiest of Holies, Jesus Christ our Lord; Alleluia! Alleluia! February 7, 2018 Gathering Music O Word of God Incarnate Landin/Mendelssohn Midweek Program 6:15-7 p.m. And now we’ve come to the sun’s hour of rest. e lights of evening round His glories shine Welcome and Announcements Dr. Glenn Ethridge (Please complete and pass the red friendship pad at this time.) We sing the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Alleluia! Alleluia! Worthiest art ou at all times to be sung.
Chant Phos Hilaron Hail! gladdening light Son of our God, giver of life, alone, (3rd Century) erefore, in all the world y glories known. Alleluia! Alleluia! Phos Hilaron (Gladdening light) is the earliest known Christian hymn to be considered an actual hymn in the “modern sense.” e original melody, as used by the Greek Orthodox Church in the original 3rd century text, is considered taxing on the voice as it spans almost two octaves. During this time Scripture 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Ms. Ruth Primm in Jerusalem, a lamp was kept perpetually burning in the empty tomb of Christ, its glow, a symbol of the living light of Jesus. As Christians gathered to worship, the hymn was sung and, in tradition known as the lighting of the lamps, a single candle lit from the lamp was brought forth from the tomb – e Word of God for the people of God. anks be to God. Game its bright, solitary ame calling the church to celebrate the Risen Lord. Today, we present this hymn both ancient and modern as chant, as hymn using John Kebel’s Night! translation, and as anthem set by John Stainer. Sermon Big Questions: Dr. Ethridge e Bible: How does this ancient text inform our modern lives? Love playing games? Join us as we play games and fellowship together around the table! *Hymn of Praise From All at Dwell Below the Skies UMH 101 Holy Communion A Service of Word and Table II UMH 12 Menu for February 7, 2018 *A rmation of Faith A Modern A rmation Dr. Joseph McBrayer e sacrament of communion is a sign and means of receiving Fried Chicken, Mac ‘N Cheese, Green Beans, Rolls, Salad, Apple Pie & Ice Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, God's grace. erefore communion, like grace itself, is available Cream whose holy faith let us now declare: to all people without regard to age, church membership status, relationship to Oak Grove, or denominational a liation. e We believe in God the Father, in nite in wisdom, power, and love, whose mercy is Name:______over all his works, and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good. We believe in table belongs to God, so all are welcome. ere is a mobile Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of man, the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace, station for worshipers who prefer to be served in their seats. the ground of our hope, and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death. If you prefer gluten-free elements, please go to the station Phone:______We believe in the Holy Spirit as the divine presence in our lives, whereby we are kept to the left of the pulpit. You are always welcome to choose in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ, and nd strength and help in time of need. any station by simply walking to the station of your choice. Once you receive the bread, please dip it in the grape juice Amount:______We believe that this faith should manifest itself in the service of love as set forth in the example Reservation is for one week only. of our blessed Lord, to the end that the kingdom of God may come upon the earth. Amen. in the chalice. In our tradition worshipers do not drink from the chalice. After receiving communion you may kneel at the chancel to pray or return to your seat. Date:______A Morning Prayer and e Lord’s Prayer Dr. McBrayer Standing reservation every week through Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done (11:00) As I Search the Holy Scriptures Chad Staten May 2, 2018:_____ Ms. Tori Forbes, Soprano; Ms. Emily Burnette, Soprano; on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, Place a number in the space(s) below of the as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us Ms. Natalie Spruell, Alto type of meal you wish to reserve: from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. *Sending Hymn Wonderful Words of Life UMH 600 Adult Meal ($8)______( ose who wish to join the church are invited to come forward.) Our Tithes & O erings Youth Meal, ages 12-18 ($7)______
(8:30) As I Search the Holy Scriptures Chad Staten *Benediction Dr. Ethridge Child Meal, ages 3-11 ($6)______Ms. Tori Forbes, Soprano; Ms. Emily Burnette, Soprano; Ms. Natalie Spruell, Alto Children under 3 (free) (11:00) Hail! gladdening light John Stainer *Postlude Bread of Heaven on ee We Feed arr. Wilbur Held How many?______Chancel Choir Nursery *Congregation stand as able. How many children?______UMH 95 *Doxology UMH: United Methodist Hymnal / TFWS: e Faith We Sing Praise God, from whom all blessings ow; praise God, all creatures here below; FAMILY BUNDLE RATE: Two adults and two or more Praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Large print hymnals and bulletins and hearing assistance devices children 11 years of age and under - $23.00. (Following the Doxology at 11:00 a.m., children in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade are available from an usher. FAMILY BUNDLE RATE: One adult and two or more may leave for Children’s Church. Pick up is in room 227.) Children’s worship bags are available in the narthex and parlor side door. children 11 years of age and under - $16.00. New Usher Captain Can You Visit? Scot Macrae has volun- teered to serve as our new Oak Grove Lay Ministers visit church usher captain replacing J.C. members who are sick and homebound to Oak McBee. Many thanks to J.C. bring the love of Christ and the care of our for his service, and welcome congregation. Lay Ministers receive training Scot! and visit on their own schedules. For more Grove information about how you can join this important ministry, contact Amy Morgan ([email protected]). NEWSFebruary 4, 2018 Dessert HAiti Mission Trip Info meeting Feb. 11, 12:15 p.m. On February Theatre 11, right after the 11 a.m. Drama Ministry Dishes Up worship This Week’s Activities service, there Sunday, February 4, 2018 Sweet Evening of Comedy will be a brief 9:30am Coffee Fellowship Grand Hall The cheesecake won’t be limited to the meeting in 4:30pm Youth Choir Choir Rm 218 acting as we prepare dessert and coffee for 5:30pm Youth Fellowship Youth Hall room 104 for your enjoyment in between two delight- 5:30pm Disciple 1 Rm 237 anyone interested in a mission trip to ful comedies: The Actor’s Nightmare and Haiti, June 9 – 16. Needs expressed by Any Body for Tea? the head of the local mission in Haiti Monday, February 5, 2018 9:30am Disciple 3 Rm 237 Join us Thursday and Friday, March 1 and include medical, dental, and construction. 7:00pm Trustee's Meeting Rm 102 2 at 7 p.m. or Saturday, March 3, at 5:30 Please come if you are remotely interested! 7:00pm Drama Rehearsal Fellowship Hall p.m. in Fellowship Hall for an evening of 7:30pm Adult Volleyball Heritage Hall Gym “dessert theatre.” Tickets on sale soon at Midweek and between services on Sunday mornings. Roatan Tuesday, February 6, 2018 9:30am Disciple 1 Rm 237 Mission Trip 11:30am Lunch Bunch Biblical Meal Fellowship Hall 6:30pm Grief Recovery Group Rm 238 Info meeting Feb. 25, 12:15 p.m. 6:30pm Created by God Parent Meeting Rm 104 United Our 2018 7:00pm Building Committee Rm 102 mission trip to 7:00pm Drama Rehearsal Rm 223 Methodist Roatan, 7:30pm Boy Scout Troop 77 Meeting Scout Hall College Honduras will be July 21 - Wednesday, February 7, 2018 Scholarships 28. The work 9:30am WOW (Weekly Oxygen for Women) Rm 238 United Methodist students attending United this year will 5:00pm Midweek Communion Service Grand Hall Methodist-related colleges, including Emory, focus on 5:00pm Covenant Kids Rm 223 Duke, Young Harris, Reinhardt, LaGrange, building a home for a family. This is 5:30pm Midweek Meal Fellowship Hall Andrew, Paine, Birmingham Southern, and primarily an adult trip, but there are a few 6:15pm Midweek Program Fellowship Hall many others, should apply through the spots available for teens 15 and older who 6:15pm Children’s Choirs Various United Methodist Church for the Dollars for come with a parent. An informational 6:15pm Blessing Bags Youth Lobby Scholars scholarship. This program meeting will be held on February 25, at 6:15pm Go Forth Women's Devotional Rm 239 provides up to $3,000 per year in scholar- 12:15 p.m. For more information, contact 6:30pm Christian Believer Rm 237 ship funds. For more information, contact Neil Sampson (404-403-9050) or Amy 7:00pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary Glenn Ethridge, ([email protected]). Morgan ([email protected]). 7:00pm Drama Rehearsal Rm 223 7:00pm Young Adult Bible Study (YABS) Rm T01 8:00pm 9.35 Band Rehearsal Fellowship Hall UMW Meeting, Mon., Feb. 7, at 11 a.m. in Grand Hall
Thursday, February 8, 2018 The United Methodist Women’s speaker, 1:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Prep Kitchen Debbie Miller, will discuss the history of our area and 2:00pm Fidelis Circle Meeting Rm 102 Briarlake Forest. The presentation will give an overview of 7:00pm Drama Rehearsal Rm 223 how the forest property was saved from development and 7:30pm Evening WOW Rm 101 share some highlights about the history of those beautiful 21 acres and the Oak Grove area in general.
Friday, February 9, 2018 A catered lunch follows in Fellowship Hall. Reservations 12:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Delivery Away are needed by noon Monday, February 5. The cost is $8 per person. Reservations can be made in adult Sunday Saturday, February 10, 2018 school classrooms or by contacting Diane O'Steen 9:00am Troop 77 Advancement Weekend Various (404-636-7559 ext. 221).
9:00am Created By God Parlor ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Please pray for the 18 high schoolers and 4 adults Oak GroveIN MEMORY Memorials who traveled to Camp Lee for the Big Chill retreat. TO THE TRADITIONAL MUSIC FUND IN MEMORY OF Bill Peck by Don & Nell Loveless Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018 in Youth Hall Sunday School 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. TO THE BLESSING IN MEMORY OF NO Youth Fellowship! Enjoy the Super Bowl! Beth Cooley Jordan by Don & Nell Loveless UMW
OakN Grove B United Methodist Celeatin Women celebration for babies born in 2017 Families with babies born/adopted between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2017, are invited to an afternoon celebration and reception H L H I T S sponsored by the United Methodist Women of E A T K Oak Grove United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at 3:30 p.m. Celebrating our new babies is one of the most delightful events of the year when parents, siblings, and grandparents come together for music, photos, and a complimentary gift for the babies. A gift to missions will In preparation for the upcoming tornado and be made in the name of each infant. We are in the process of gathering names of the babies hurricane seasons, we want to help restock born/adopted in 2017 to Oak Grove church parents. Please RSVP by Friday, February 23, the United Methodist Committee on Relief Roatan online (www.ogumc.org) to make sure your baby is on the list and to receive details about this warehouse with health kits. These kits are wonderful event. given to people in disaster torn areas to aid in Mission Trip their recovery. Our goal is to create at least 150 kits. Mark your calendars Collection bins will be available in the Portico and in Fellowship Hall from for these Summer Camps! Sunday, February 11, through Sunday, March 11. Please help by donating from the June 4–8, 2018, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Vacation Bible School supply list below. (UMCOR requirements are This summer, Oak Grove will host Shipwrecked: Rescued by very specific and items must be new. Only Jesus Vacation Bible School, an interactive Bible-based these exact items can be used in kits.) adventure your kids will love! They’ll learn that Jesus rescues us from our worries, weaknesses and struggles. Each day campers will • Hand towels – must be 15 x 25 inches to travel to Bible Discovery, Music, KidVid Cinema, Imagination Station, Ship Rec Games, and 17 x 27 inches (kitchen, cleaning, and Tropical Treats. All will come away knowing that Jesus carries us through life’s storms. microfiber towels not acceptable) Registration begins March 1 at www.ogumc.org • Washcloths Ages: Pre-K through 5th grade (children must be 4 years before Sept 1, 2017) • Combs – need to be sturdy and longer than Cost: $25 per child (scholarships are available) 6 inches (no pocket combs or picks) For more info or to volunteer, contact Brooke Peck, VBS Director ([email protected]). • Metal nail files and nail clippers (no emery boards)
Sonshine Camp for Special Needs Children • Bath size soap – 3 oz. and larger sizes in June 11–15, 2018, 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Special entertainers Oak Grove United original packaging (no Ivory or Jergens soap Methodist Church each day! Ages: Rising Pre-K through completed 5th grade. due to moisture content) Online Registration opens March 1. • Toothbrushes – adult size only in original 018 Theatre Works Drama Camp 2 packaging, individually packed June 18 – 22, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Ages: 5 – 12 • Adhesive bandages – ¾ inch to 1 inch size Cost: $110 for OGUMC Member families/$135 for non-members. THeatRe Online (common household brand like Band-Aids) registration opens March 1, 2018. Drama skills, games, crafts, and skits each day. Contact Bob Unger ([email protected]) if you have questions. WOrks On Sunday March 11, we will meet in Fellowship Hall immediately following the 9.35 Camp Acorn Weekly sessions starting June 11 through July 23, 2018. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. service to sort supplies and assemble the YCS Ages: 3 (fully potty-trained), 4, 5, and 6 year olds. Cost: $160 per week, health kits. Camp Monday through Friday. For more information and to register, please contact For more information, contact Jeff Decker Elizabeth Gerrald ([email protected]) or Meredith Dunn ([email protected]) or Amy Morgan Acorn ([email protected]). Registration opens February 12. ([email protected] or 404-636-7558).
PLEASE PRAY FOR M I D E E K Gaye Kitchen W January 28, 2018 February 7, 2018 New Concerns… Carroll Ball, Nancy Rodgers, Pam Taylor, Eva Van De Water, Luke Winter covenant Moved to Homebound Prayer List… Jimmie Jones OAK GROVE Midweek Children’s Bible Study New to Care Facilities… Communion Ellen Johnson – Pebblebrook at Park Springs 5 to 5:30 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. Monday 5 - 7 p.m. Nursery open Room 134 Feb. 12, 2018 Continued Prayers... 6:15 p.m. Robert Andrieni, Flo Baker, Bill Barnette, Bessie 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Dinner Burton, Bonnie Chislett, Patty Chmiel, Bill Cole, Reservations and cancellations must be made by Geologist Liz Darden, Gay Denham, Jodie Ginn, Charlie noon Monday before the meal (404-636-7558 or and Author Hamilton, Joe Hines, Dick Maise, Buddy www.ogumc.org, click “reservations”). Standing BILL reservations (through May 2, 2018) are encouraged. McCloud, Mary Ann McMichael, Dick Muth, WITHERSPOON Cindy Mynatt, Jim Mynatt, Jeannine Nash, Menu for February 7, 2018 CALLING ALL ROCKHOUNDS AND Sandra Nordberg, Elizabeth Pentecost, Sadie Fried Chicken, Mac ‘N Cheese, Green GEORGIA HISTORY BUFFS Rambler, Jane Ray, George Riley, Mary Dell Beans, Rolls, Salad, Apple Pie & Ice Robert, Ray Roper, June Row, Ann Shirk, Karen Plan to celebrate an early Valentine’s Cream Smith, Marion Smith, Chick Sward, Betty Day with your sweetheart on February Thompson, Paul Tuggle, Lynda Wallace, Bill 12, as we welcome Dr. Bill Wither- 6:15 p.m. Program geologist and author, as he Walsh, Stacy Welch, Rob White, Gene Worth spoon, brings history to life in his presentation: Golddiggers, Generals, and Tightrope Homebound... Walkers. For a complete listing of homebound members, please contact the church office. Dr. Witherspoon will share three tales from Georgia’s past beginning with the Georgia gold rush of 1829, touching on Serving in Our Armed Forces... Petty Officer Steven Jones, 1st Lt. Thomas Game how geology shaped the American Civil War, and ending with amazing stories Penland. SSgt. Joshua Portwood, Col. Janet from Tallulah Gorge down to the Gulf of Seufert, AE Hugh McCulloh Hope (Mac) Night! Mexico. Love playing games? Sympathy... Dine on country fried steak and gravy, Join us as we play games and steamed rice, broccoli, yeast rolls, Oak Grove extends its deepest sympathy to fellowship together around the table! Marjorie Kinney on the death of her grandson. dessert, and beverage. The price is $8.00. Reservations are due Friday, February 9, and can be made in your Sunday Colleen D. Donaldson school class, at Midweek, 9.35 worship, in church office (404-636-7558), or online Kelly and James Molinari (ogumc.org). Pull up a chair and enjoy a night of fun, history, and tales of the old South. Join us for Lukas Kersh’s Workshop Eagle Scout Court of Honor Saturday, March 24: 2 – 3:30 p.m. Our Presence December 13, 2017 Sunday, Oak Grove UMC GYM Midweek Communion 29
February 11, Creation Stewardship, UMM, and UMW are Our Presence January 28, 2018 2018, 3 p.m. partnering with Friends of Frazier-Rowe Park, Church School 466 DeKalb County Parks, Keep DeKalb Beauti- Oak Grove 8:30 Service 91 ful, and the UGA-USDA Extension Office to 9:35 Service 224 United offer a rain barrel workshop in the OGUMC 11:00 Service 335 Methodist gym on Saturday, March 24, 2 – 3:30 pm. 5:30 Youth Fellowship 68 Church Tuition of $25 covers the cost of all materials Total Worship this Week 747 Sanctuary to construct and take home an 1/29/18 operational rain barrel and Our Offerings Received to date Needed to date with reception benefits Friends of $188,515.33 $184,870.03 to follow in Frazier-Rowe Park. Over/Under $3,645.30 Grand Hall. Sign up by calling DEEP ROOTS BUILDING CAMPAIGN RESULTS 404-298-4080. Phase 2 Given to date: $1,534,538.71
Today’s Worship Servants Sound: (8:30) Billie Williams (11:00) Taylor Pendley Ushers: John Adams, Janet Ballard, John Ballard, Kim Cody, Kelly Ewing, Haydn Fusia, Clint Ginn, John Hancock, Joseph Hancock, Sherry Hancock, Zoe Hicks, Cathy Huffines, Jay Huffines, Tim Lott, Jim Mynatt, John Mynatt, Dan Riedford, Tom Schubert, Dot Smith, Jim Smith, Roger Toebben, Bill Widmayer
Altar Guild: Ann Benton, Nancy Harte, Sally Houghton Children’s Church: Leslie and Ed Flowers
Our Church Information Our Worship Times Church Office 404-636-7558 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary Office Hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. M–F 9:35 a.m. Sunday School Various Emergency Contact After Hours ext. 9 9:35 a.m. Contemporary Worship Fellowship Hall Address 1722 Oak Grove Road, Decatur, GA 30033 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary Website www.ogumc.org Our Schools Our Pastors Oak Grove Christian School 404-636-5476 1722 OAK GROVE ROAD • DECATUR, GEORGIA 30033 Dr. Glenn Ethridge – Senior Pastor ext. 211 YCS (Young Children’s School) 404-636-7951 Dr. Amy Morgan – Pastor of Nurture and Service ext. 210 Dr. Joseph McBrayer – Pastor of Invitation and Discipleship ext. 226 Rev. Mary Lou Gilbert – Pastor to Senior Adults Submitting Articles Dr. Dana Everhart – Theologian in Residence to the Oak Grove News: Please be reminded that Thursday 12 p.m. is the Our Program Staff deadline for information that you would like to add Dale Smith – Executive Director ext. 225 to the Oak Grove News. This will enable your Pam Reynolds – Director of Finance ext. 224 article to appear in the following week’s bulletin. Kim Cody – Children’s Ministry ext. 218 Send items to [email protected]. Articles will run TWO times and may be edited for Ed Scruggs – Music Ministry ext. 226 space. Indicate the two editions you prefer Leanne Herrmann – Organist when the article is submitted. Thank you! Andy Webb – Youth Ministry ext. 202 Atticus Hicks – Dir. of Contemporary Worship ext. 208
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