Pre-Service Music “God Help the Outcasts” Emma Luitjohan

Ringing of the Bell

Prelude / Lighting of the Candles “I’m Gonna Sit at the Welcome Table”

Greeting / Life & Mission of Salem Blue prayer cards are located in the pew racks for you to write and share your prayer concerns. These prayer cards will be collected during the first hymn of the service by the ushers.

+Call to Worship We face trials each day; though we tried and tested, our hope is ever in Your great promises our Lord on high! You are the Overcomer! All power is in You almighty God! You are never vexed or confused! You have no equal; all that opposes Your greatness is already lost! All Your paths lead to goodness, though we may not see it for a time. Fulfillment of all that is good is ever and only in Your way. We are awed by Your power, righteousness, and love. God of grace and mercy, be glorified in our trust and obedience as we reflect Your great love. We praise You gracious God and sovereign King!

+Opening Prayer

+Opening Hymn “Shall We Gather at the River” (see insert)

+Prayer of Confession Eternal God whose word is a lamp to our feet and a light for our path, we recognize and confess that we have failed to respond fully to Your gracious presence in our lives. Through You Jesus, we are offered new life and freedom to serve You. We confess that we are captive to sin, which blinds us in false pride; and the wrong we do is made worse by the good we leave undone. Reconcile us to You and to one another. God of mercy, forgive all of our sin and strengthen us for the new life You have planned for us through Christ our Savior. Amen

+Assurance of Pardon

+Gloria Patri Glory be to the Fath`er, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen.

+Passing of the Peace Recognizing Our Graduates (see insert)

Time with Children

Psalm Reading Psalm 97

Special Music “Praise and Adoration Medley” Chris Uhe

Gospel Reading John 17:20-26

Message “Follow Through” Tori Lynn

+The Apostles’ Creed (Unison) (Inside cover of the Hymnal)

Pastoral Prayer

The Offering of Tithes, Gifts, & Lives to God

Invitation & Offertory “Be Thou My Vision” Chris Uhe

+Doxology 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. A-men.

+Prayer of Dedication

The Celebration of Communion We celebrate the sacrament of Holy Communion in remembrance of the love and hope Christ brings to this day and to our lives. Salem Church, as a member of United Church of Christ, practices “open” communion meaning anyone who has chosen to follow Jesus Christ is welcome to the table by His invitation. Come as you are for you are welcome here! (The center rings of the tray are wine and the outer ring is grape juice.)

+Communion Hymn “Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ” (see insert)

+Invitation

+Communion Prayer The Lord be with you. And also with you Open your hearts. We open them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God our thanks and praise.

Words of Institution

Sharing the Gifts of God

+Prayer of Thanksgiving

+Closing Hymn “Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus” 616

+The Lord’s Prayer (Unison) (Please Hold Hands)

+Benediction

+Response “Grace, Love and Fellowship” May the grace of Christ, our Savior, and the love of God, our Father, and the fellowship of the Spirit be with us. (Repeat 1x) Forever, and ever, forevermore, Amen.

+Postlude ______

* All hymns are printed with permission by CCLI License Number: 2257288. + Indicates where you may stand, if able; bold print indicates where the congregation reads.

We, Salem UCC, broadcast our worship service on the internet via Livestream. If you have concerns regarding your image or your family’s image being broadcast, you may want to consider sitting in the balcony, the wings, or the back of the church. Children’s Time is broadcast, so please take that under consideration.

Large print song sheets are available upon request. Please see an usher.

today’s Ministry

Greeter: Verna Gilley Liturgist: Patti Reckmann

Ushers: Jerry & Ann Frank, Madison Frank, Sherri/Dean Korsmeyer, Sandy Blom

Salem Staff & Contact Information: John Mindrup – Assistant Pastor Dawn Reinhardt – Music Director [email protected] [email protected] Kerri Reilson – Office Coordinator Ron Mindrup – Sound Technician [email protected] [email protected] Becca Braundmeier – Youth Director [email protected] Salem United Church of Christ

1117 W. North Street / Alhambra, Illinois 62001 Phone: 618-488-3215 / Fax: 618-488-3212 www.salemuccalh.org

Graduation Sunday

June 2, 2019 – 9:00 a.m.

Today’s Worship Leaders: John Mindrup, Assistant Pastor & Dawn Reinhardt, Music Director

We are God’s children called to seek, share, teach, and continue to experience the Word of God.

High School Graduate

Taylor Ashley Ernst is the daughter of Chad and Richelle Ernst. Taylor graduated from Highland High School on May 19, 2019. Taylor was a member of the Highland Marching Bulldogs on the Color Guard Team. Taylor was a member of Highland FFA and a member of the Grant Prairie 4-H club in Grantfork and has held offices of Treasurer and Vice President the last two years. She plans to attend Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) and then will transfer to Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville where she plans to pursue a degree in Special Education.

Victoria Grace Lynn, daughter of Steven and Kristina Lynn, graduated from Highland High School on May 19, 2019. She will be attending Western Illinois University to double major in Musical Theater (B.F.A.) and Communications (B.A.) to follow her dreams of being a performer with a safety net degree.

Wyatt Conor Reckman graduated from Edwardsville Senior High School on May 25, 2019. His parents are Collin and Devon Reckman. He has a brother, Dakota and sister, Cheyenne. Wyatt plans to attend Southwestern Illinois College where he will pursue his degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration.

Austin Michael Reinhardt is the son of Joseph and Lisa Reinhardt. He has a brother Tyler. Austin is the grandson of Don and Donna Yates, Jerry and Linda Braswell, Randy (deceased) and Debbie Storey, and Dave and Janice Reinhardt. Austin graduated with honors from Highland High School and earned his Associates in Arts degree from Southwestern Illinois College. Austin is transferring to Southern Illinois University Carbondale in the fall to major in Business Management. He works as a host at Bella Milano and as a sales associate at Books a Million.

Cameron Paul Verson is the son of Brian and Jill Verson. Cameron graduated early in December, 2018 from Highland High School. Since then, he has been working for Finley Flooring in order to save money for his upcoming school expenses. Some of Cameron’s hobbies include playing ice hockey and fishing. After walking with his class on May 19, 2019 and receiving his diploma, he plans to attend Lineman School at NALTC in McEwen, TN. The program beings at the end of May, 2019 and proceeds through August, 2019. Once he completes the program, he hopes to find an apprenticeship and help with hurricane or storm relief where needed.

College Graduate

Samuel Thomas Ahlmeyer, son of Sandy Blom and Mike Ahlmeyer, graduated from the North American Lineman Training Center in McEwen, Tennessee on April 19, 2019. He completed a 15-week pre-apprentice lineman training program where students learn the basics of climbing, distribution, transmission, and equipment operations.

Addison Anne Korsmeyer graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia on May 18, 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Business. Addison is the daughter of Dean and Sherri Korsmeyer. She will start working full time for Chevron Phillips Chemical Company in Houston, Texas in June.

Donal Paul Reagan graduated from SIU-Edwardsville in December, 2018 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Mathematics. Donal is the son of Jim and Dawn Reagan He is currently a Quality Engineer with Empire Comfort Systems in Belleville, IL.

Dakota Pierce Reckman graduated from Southeast Missouri State University on May 11, 2019, with his Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness with an emphasis in Animal Science. His parents are Collin and Devon Reckman. He has a sister, Cheyenne and brother, Wyatt. Upon graduation, Dakota will be the Livestock Specialist at Hamel Co-op Grain Company.

Darrin Leroy Reinhardt, son of Greg and Dawn Reinhardt, graduated Summa Cum Laude from SIU Carbondale on May 11, 2019. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness Economics and a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. While at SIU, Darrin served as a Saluki Ambassador for three years, a member of the concert choir for three years, and a member of the marching band for four years. He has also served as an officer for the SIU Collegiate Farm Bureau and President of the SIU History Club. Last spring he worked for the Illinois House of Representatives as a Gene Callahan intern through the Paul Simon Policy Institute.

~ Salem’s Calendar ~

Sunday June 2 9:00 a.m. Worship with Communion / Graduation Recognition Sunday Mid-High Mission Trip Parent Meeting Following Worship 4:00 p.m. Blessing of the Pets at Alhambra Park

Monday June 3 10:00 a.m. Reflections at Maedge’s 7:00 p.m. Property Committee Meeting

Tuesday June 4 6:30 p.m. Evangelism/Worship Committee Meeting

Thursday June 6 7:00 p.m. Board of Christian Education Meeting

Sunday June 9 9:00 a.m. Worship / Pentecost

Today’s Favorite Hymn - “Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus”

This favorite hymn was submitted by Lisa Uhe. Lisa can remember her dad singing this song with gusto in church when she was little.

~ Salem’s Announcements ~

graduation reception There will be a reception honoring the graduates following the worship service in the Parish Hall.

pet blessing There will be a pet blessing today at 4:00 p.m. at Alhambra Park. All pets are welcome.

special music We are looking for volunteers to help provide special music for us this summer. If you are interested, please let Dawn know.

music under the stars We are looking for people of all ages that would like to share some music with us for Music Under the Stars. This will be a very casual outdoor concert on June 30 at 7 p.m. If you are interested in sharing your musical talents with us, please let Dawn know.

save the date for vbs “To Mars and Beyond” vacation bible school will be June 24-26 (Monday-Wednesday) from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Registration forms are available on the table outside the church office and on the church website. If you are interested in volunteering to be a class helper, please let Paige Basler know.

favorite hymn We invite you to share your favorite hymn. Please complete one of the “Hymn Cards” found in the Passageway and place in the “Hymn Box.” All summer we will be singing your favorite hymns. Your reason for selecting the hymn will be announced in church, printed in the bulletin and in the Messenger.

lunch bunch If you are interested in getting involved with this mission, help is needed in these areas: Spread the word about the program; monetary donation (collection box in Narthex); snack size chip or cookie bags (collection container in Passageway), gently used book donations, or volunteer to deliver lunches in Alhambra.

strengthen the church special offering The Strengthen the Church offering supports the expansion of ministry and growth of UCC local congregations. Your support of this offering will help the UCC fulfill on its commitment to creating a just world for all by investing in new ministries and practices that meet the emerging needs of local communities. Envelopes will be in your bulletin and the Strengthen the Church offering will be collected on Sunday, June 9.