Sunday, June 8, 2014 OWERFUL GOD, whose ways are Pbeyond our knowing, we long to grow spiritually. We are thirsty for the living water you have promised to those who seek. We are eager to catch the Spirit, to be set on fire with confidence and trust to use the gifts you have given. Let Pentecost happen again in this gathering of your people. Inspire us to witness to your love and prophesy in your name. Give us courage to speak of your deeds of power, and to take the risks of daring discipleship. Amen. Church of the Pa ms a community of faith . a way of life 3224 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34239 • Ph (941) 924-1323 Fax (941) 923-9594 • www.churchofthepalms.org WORSHIP Prayer line (941) 924-9979 welcome to W RSHIP Church of the Palms Our mission and deep commitment is: “Equipping Disciples for the Service of Christ.” We are a community of faith dedicated to a way of life contained in our name: P.A.L.M.S Praising God in Worship Aligning ourselves with Christ Loving one another in Community Ministering generously with our Time, Talent & Treasure Sharing our story and The Story Our Pastors, staff and Session invite you to share not only in our worship, but also in the exciting opportunities that Church of the Palms offers to learn, serve and grow in your faith. So whether you are a first time visitor, member, affiliate member or frequently attend . we are glad you are here! Baptism his morning, we celebrate the Baptism of Lucy Anne McCauley, daughter of TJeff and Kimberly McCauley. In Memoriam here will be a memorial service for Charles “George” Fultz on Saturday, June T14 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Sanctuary Flowers he flowers are given today to the glory of God and in loving memory of Wade TUsher, by the Usher family; and in memory of Margarette Bliss and the 58 years that she shared with her husband Phil, given by her family. 2 Church of the Palms SANCTUARY WORSHIP LEADERSHIP TODAY Senior Pastor Dr. Stephen D. McConnell Executive Pastor Dr. Bruce Hedgepeth Visitation Pastor Dr. Alan Rodda Family Ministry Director Laurie Haas Equipping Ministry Director Carolyn Wilson Director of Music Ministry Genevieve Beauchamp Organist / Pianist Dr. Jonathan Spivey Church Copyright License for all Music #706640 JUNE USHERS 9:00 a.m. - Jerry Laurila, John & Robin Sego, Linda Evans, Bob & Lynn White, Jay & Kyle Mitchell, Willie Mitchell, Barbara Branning, Jim Mills, Dutch Johnson and Katy Goodwin. Captains: Bob & Sally Irwin. 11:00 a.m. - Joe Guyton, Eleanor Smith, Jackie Garn, Babe Hart, Joyce Hesson, Ben Morgan, Wayne Kindt, Martha Church, Sebastian Spivey, William Waggener and Bob Luedeka. Captain: John Mercier. Hearing Loop System in the Sanctuary Switch Hearing Aids to T-Coil (telephone setting) Sanctuary Worship Aids: Large-print copies of the Order of Worship and hearing devices are available. Packets containing children’s worship activities are available in the Sanctuary and Campus Center. Please ask an usher for assistance. Sermon Text: Printed copies of previous sermons are available in the Narthex of the Sanctuary, Campus Center, the Administration Building and on the church website. Televised 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - Every Sunday, Comcast Cable Channel 189. Live streaming of the service is available on our website, www.churchofthepalms. org and may be replayed Sunday afternoon. All services are archived online. DVD copies may be purchased through the church office. THE GARDEN @ CHURCH OF THE PALMS Join us at 9:00 a.m. in the Campus Center for our Modern Worship service. THE GARDEN WORSHIP LEADERSHIP TODAY Pastors: Joe Davis ([email protected]) Bruce Hedgepeth ([email protected]) Technical Director: Mike Bassett ([email protected]) Worship Leader: Megan Mooney ([email protected]) Need Someone To Talk To? Stephen Ministers are trained, caring Christians who know how to listen and support people in crisis. If you or someone you know would like a Stephen Minister’s help, call 924-1323. www.churchofthepalms.org 3 a celebration of W RSHIP 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. • Sanctuary Day of Pentecost • we gather • PRAYER OF INVOCATION 9:00 a.m. Jan Hunt 11:00 a.m. Cindy Lanoue-Foster PRELUDE 9:00 a.m. “Sonata in F minor - Allegro appassionato” Johannes Brahms Kenta Akaogi, clarinet 11:00 a.m. “O Worship the King” arr. Joel Raney *HYMN #476 ”O Worship the King, All Glorious Above!” • we confess • *CALL TO CONFESSION *PRAYER OF CONFESSION (together) Eternal God, we admit that we are seldom amazed and astonished. We take for granted much that was once thought to be impossible. We are confident consumers of human ingenuity. Sometimes we think we have no need of you. Matters of the spirit are far down on our list of concerns. We are even suspicious of those who claim to see visions and skeptical of those who seem carried away in their devotion to the faith. Yet we long for something more than our daily routines. O Spirit, come to save us from ourselves. In Jesus’ name. Amen. *DECLARATION OF PARDON Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the Gospel. People: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE (together) Glory be to the Father, 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. *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH - The Apostles’ Creed (together) I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. 4 Church of the Palms • we share • LIFE AT CHURCH OF THE PALMS Please sign and pass the red covered friendship pad at the end of the pew. GOD AND CHURCH AWARD Walter Homeister PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD’S 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. OFFERTORY “Written in Red” arr. Camp Kirkland Praise and Glory Choir; Valerie Alston, Creative Signer *DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION 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. • we proclaim • CELEBRATING THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM (9:00 a.m.) Lucy Anne McCauley CHILDREN’S MOMENT (9:00 a.m.) Laurie Haas MUSIC MEDITATION “Come, O Source of Joy and Gladness” arr. Michael Larkin Chancel Choir and Congregation Verses 1 & 4 (Choir and Congregation): Verse 2 (Choir only): Come, Almighty to deliver, Let us all your life receive. Suddenly return, and never, Nevermore your temples leave. May we always bless and serve you, Faithful as your hosts above; Pray and praise you without ceasing, Glory in your perfect love. Verse 3 (Choir only): Come and breathe your loving spirit into every troubled breast. Let us all in you inherit, Let us find the promised rest. Take away the love of sinning; Alpha and Omega be. End of faith, as its beginning, Set our hearts at liberty! SCRIPTURE LESSON Ezekiel 37: 1-10 (Pew Bible Pg. 806); Acts 2: 1-4 (Pew Bible NT Pg. 119) Leader: This is the Word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God! SERMON “Catching Your Second Wind” Dr. Stephen D. McConnell • we go • *HYMN #126 “Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove” *BENEDICTION *BENEDICTION RESPONSE Grant us thy peace upon our homeward way; With thee began, with thee shall end the day. Guard thou the lips from sin, the heart from shame, That in this house have called upon thy name. ORGAN POSTLUDE “My Heart Ever Faithful” J.S. Bach *Congregation, please stand if able Kenta our guest Akaogi musician Kenta is from Cupertino, Califonia and is a participant in this year’s Sarasota Music Festival. 6 Church of the Palms member new class Today • Chapel 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. New Members Part 1 - COP Orientation: If you are ready to make a deeper commitment to the Church of the Palms family of faith or would just like to explore what that means, then this is the class for you! Just here seasonally? Come learn about our affiliate membership. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. New Members Part 2 - Join The Community: If you have made the decision to join our community of faith, this is your opportunity to be received into membership. The only prerequisite is to have attended a New Member Orientation. No need to sign up for either New Members Part 1 or 2...just come to the Chapel! Call to Prayer Sundays, 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Chapel Reception Room Remember In We urge you to join us every Sunday before the services as we pray for our pastors and the morning services.