Sunday, November 1, 2015

A L L S A I N T S DAY

8:40 & 10:55 Sanctuary Worship Services

Edenton StreetUNITED METHODIST CHURCH

PRAYER AND CARE: Fill out a prayer request card in the pews, or email pray@esumc.org. We also have trained Care Ministers to talk and pray with you, email care@esumc.org.

NED HILLSenior Pastor

LISA YEBUAHPastor, Southeast Campus

JUSTIN MORGANPastor, Church on Morgan

WILL HASLEYPastor of Discipleship Ministries

WILL MCLEANEPastor, Original Campus

KEVIN HOLLANDDirector of Music & Worship Arts

JOSH DUMBLETONOrganist & Associate Director of Music

SUNDAY MORNINGS AT EDENTON STREET:8:40 a.m. Traditional (Sanctuary)9:30 a.m. The Gathering Contemporary (Kerr Hall)9:45 a.m. Sunday School10:55 a.m. Traditional (Sanctuary)11 a.m. Church on Morgan (136 E. Morgan Street)11:11 a.m. The Gathering Contemporary (Kerr Hall)

WE WELCOME CHILDREN to worship and have a basket of quiet sanctuary activities available in the entryway. As you leave, please return them to the basket.HEARING AIDS AND LARGE PRINT HYMNALS are available from the ushers. Our sanctuary is fitted with an induction loop system for those with hearing aids. Please switch your device to “T.” Your hearing aid provider can upgrade your device with the T-Coil option.

WELCOME TO ALL GUESTS We’re family here. We’d love to share all the beautiful things we have going on within our church family, so please fill out the fellowship pad. For information about ministries or membership, contact Joy Owen, Director of Welcoming Ministries, at jowen@esumc.org.

GOD’S VISION FOR US:To be a community of faith inviting all to encounter Jesus, preparing believers to deepen their dependence on God, caring for those who are hurting, sending ordinary people into the world equipped to do extraordinary things.

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THE WORSHIP OF GODThe Gathering of God’s People

As we gather, may the sanctuary be filled with the voices of God’s people meeting and greeting one another with the love of Christ.

Welcome Mrs. Leigh Holloway

Voluntary In Paradisum arr. Gerald NearMay the angels lead you into paradise; may the martyrs receive you at your arrival and lead you to the holy city

Jerusalem. May choirs of angels receive you and with Lazarus, once a poor man, may you have eternal rest.In the Requiem Mass, the In Paradisum antiphon is sung in procession on the way from the church to the graveyard where burial takes place. Lazarus, the poor beggar, is mentioned in the Gospel of Luke 16:19-31.

Introit I Was Glad John Ferguson

+ Call to Worship Rev. Will Hasley Adapted from Romans 14:7-9

Leader: We do not live to ourselves, and we do not die to ourselves.

People: If we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord;

Leader: So then, whether we live or whether we die,

People: We are the Lord’s. Leader: For to this end Christ died and lived again, so that he might be Lord of both the dead and the living.

People: Praise be to the God of all the saints!

+ Presentation of the Cross and the Light of Christ1

+ Processional Hymn For All the Saints UMH 711Sine Nomine

Invitation

Christ our Lord invites to his table all who love him, who earnestly repent of their sin and seek to live in peace with one another. Therefore, let us confess our sin before God and one another.

Prayer of Confession

Merciful God, we confess that we have not loved you with our whole heart. We have failed to be an obedient church. We have not done your will, we have broken your law, we have rebelled against your love, we have not loved our neighbors, and we have not heard the cry of the needy. Forgive us, we pray. Free us for joyful obedience, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Time of Silent Confession

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SPECIAL GUESTS: This morning’s string quartet is composed of advanced students from the Orchestra program of the William G. Enloe Magnet High School for the Humanities, Sciences and the Arts.

CHILDREN’S LESSON AND WORSHIP:There is no Lesson for the Children this morning. During the singing of the Doxology, threes, fours and fives may leave for Wiggler Worship in room 206.

Words of Assurance and Pardon

Leader: Hear the good news: Christ died for us while we were yet sinners; that proves God’s love toward us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!

People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven!

All: Glory to God. Amen. + Passing of the Peace

Celebration of Our Life Together

Offering of Our Gifts to God Offertory The Lord Is My Shepherd (8:40) Howard Goodall

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want; he maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me, you will comfort me. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in

the house of the Lord for ever, for ever.

In Remembrance (10:55) Jeffrey AmesLux aeterna, Luceat eis, Domine. Turn to me and be gracious, for my heart is in distress. Oh God, my God, why

hast Thou forsaken me? My tears linger at night, but joy comes in the morning light. Lux aeterna, Luceat eis, Domine. Lord, in your infinite mercy, grant them rest. Rest for evermore.

+ Doxology (please turn toward the cross) UMH 94

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!

Scripture Lesson Isaiah 25:6-9

On this mountain the Lord of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wines, of rich food filled with marrow, of well-aged wines strained clear. And he will destroy on this mountain the shroud that is cast over all peoples, the sheet that is spread over all nations; he will swallow up death for ever. Then the Lord God will wipe away the tears from all faces, and the disgrace of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the Lord has spoken. It will be said on that day, lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, so that he might save us. This is the Lord for whom we have waited; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation.

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS...They allow our Caring Ministry to support this church family through times of grief, including during this month’s Remembrance Gathering in the Church Commons and the Holiday Service of Hope and Remembrance at First Baptist on Wilmington Street.

As of October 11, 2015:Received Year-to-Date (2015): $2,588,255.51Received Year-to-Date (2014): $2,501,189.91

Annual Budget (2015): $3,313,631.52Opening Doors Received (since 2013): $3,333,578.22

Sermon A Year to Commit: Witness Rev. Will Hasley

+ Hymn Rejoice in God’s Saints UMH 708 (Please sing stanzas 1-2) Hanover

+The Great Thanksgiving

Leader: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Leader: Lift up your hearts.People: We lift them up to the Lord.Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

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People: It is right to give our thanks and praise.Leader: ... and so, with your people on earth and all the company of heaven we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

Leader: ... and so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with Christ’s offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith.

Remembering God’s Saints

Ethel Daniels 11/20/2014Susan Albano 11/23/2014Mary Barbour 12/17/2014Helen Ruffin 12/29/2014Genevieve Johnson 12/31/2014Melvin L. (Mel) Good 1/10/2015Thelma S. Parsons 1/11/2015William J. Champion 1/17/2015Dorothy W. Watkins 2/9/2015Doris E. King 2/21/2015Ruby Chambers 2/26/2015 Dail B. Wall 3/1/2015Amy Elizabeth Newton 3/3/2015Howard K. King 3/13/2015Betty Tyson 4/11/2015

Alice Wilson 4/12/2015W. Kern Holoman 4/20/2015Frances D. Sherron 5/3/2015Marjorie G. Kirkeby 5/11/2015Cheryl R. Smith 8/14/2015Winifred Coppedge 8/16/2015Mabel Bowden 8/31/2015Guy S. Parsons 9/9/2015Charles R. (Monk) Farinholt 9/13/2015Eloise H. Iddings 10/8/2015Margaret O. Pope 10/11/2015Nancy Anderson 10/13/2015Marguerite M. Marshall 10/15/2015Evelyn Flowers 10/17/2015Lynn K. Rast 10/19/2015

HOLY COMMUNION NOTES:All are welcome. Gluten-free wafers are available at the station closest to the pulpit. Persons in the congregation who are unable to come may notify an usher or clergy and will be served in their pew.

DOORSTEP MINISTRY:Gifts left at the communion rail will be used in our Doorstep Ministry which offers assistance to those who come to our church’s doorstep seeking help with rent and utilities.

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Leader: ... all honor and glory is yours, almighty God, now and for ever.

The 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 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.

Breaking of the Bread

Giving of the Bread and Cup

Communion Anthem The Lord Is My Shepherd (10:55) Howard GoodallThe Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want; he maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside

the still waters. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me, you will comfort me. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in

the house of the Lord for ever, for ever.

Prayer After Receiving Communion

Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves for others, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, amen.

+ Hymn Rejoice in God’s Saints UMH 708 (Please sing stanza 3 of hymn on page 4.) Hanover

+ Blessing + Choral Response The Spirit Sends Us Forth to Serve Land of Rest

+ Chimes – In the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit + Postlude Toccata on “For All the Saints” arr. David Cherwien

But then there breaks a yet more glorious day: the saints triumphant rise in bright array.The King of Glory passes on his way. Alleluia!

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EACH YEAR, ON ALL SAINTS SUNDAY, the church gives God thanks for the lives of the members of this congregation who have died during the last year. We call their names and remember their ongoing presence with us in the communion of saints. As the names are read, you are invited to stand in honor and remembrance of those saints who have impacted your life.ALTAR FLOWERS: The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in honor of our children and grandchildren by John and Ginny Jordan. MUSICIANS: Samuel Zhu and Daniel Bae – violin, Jessica Tawade – viola, Jaeyoung Jung - cello. Chamber Choir A (8:40) Chancel Choir, Pam Burleson - French horn (10:55)

UPCOMING SERMONS:

Nov. 8 Traditional Rev. Ned Hill Gathering Rev. Lisa Yebuah Church on Morgan Rev. Justin Morgan

Nov. 15 Traditional Rev. Will Hasley Gathering Rev. Will McLeane Church on Morgan Rev. Justin Morgan

WORSHIP WITH US AT HOME:TV: (one week delay) 12 p.m. on Raleigh RTN Channel 22/97.6 TWC

Radio: (live) 11/1/15 WPTF;11/8/15 off air

Internet: Due to construction,live streaming is down.

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US FOR WORSHIP TODAY!Feel free to carry this bulletin with you to keep track of events at Edenton Street. Interested in becoming a member of our church? Contact Joy Owen at jowen@esumc.org for more information. We also welcome you to join our eStreet Communities, home gatherings with a missional purpose. Contact Ashley Griffith, Director of Inviting Ministries, at agriffith@esumc.org for more information.

SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAYIt takes about 100 people to run our worship services each week! We thank our parking team, greeters, nursery helpers, ushers, musicians, wiggler worship leaders, prayer team and everyone else who serves to share the joy and love of Christ. Many also give incredible time and passion to our community. Interested in serving with us? Contact Renae Newmiller, Director of Sending Ministries, at rnewmiller@esumc.org.

WORSHIP ATTENDANCE (October 25):

8:40 ...................................................2279:30 ...................................................19510:55 .................................................42211:11 .................................................139Church on Morgan ...........................157

Total ............................................ 1,140

SYMPATHY TO: The family of Lynn Rast who died on October 19.

A ROSEBUD ON THE ALTAR IN HONOR OF:Molly Kathryn Williams, born on October 16, daughter of Travis and Rebekah Williams.

CONGRATULATIONS TO:Brandon Fuchs and Tara Wilson who were married on October 24.

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eStreet Prayers: November

• Congregational: for the opening of the Church on Morgan worshiping space, at the corner of Morgan and Blount Streets. Pray that our downtown neighbors will know the space to be welcoming and inviting as they hear about Christ.

• Local: for the growth of our city and county to be a blessing to our communities, and for our brothers and sisters in need to find safe and affordable housing.

• Global: for the natural disasters that continue to make the news, that God would protect God’s children in our country, our continent, and our world.

A NOTE FROM THE PASTORS:

When I was in seminary, I attended a church in Durham that recited its vision statement every single Sunday during worship. In doing so, we reminded each other who we believed God was calling us to be for the world. I realized very quickly, however, that the words we spoke each week weren’t just words. They weren’t just grand declarations or inspiring rhetoric. Those words actually took on flesh through the lives we chose to lead - because we believed what we were saying.

As we continue to journey through our sermon series, A Year To Commit, I hope you’ll not see your commitments written down on a small pledge card as just words. Instead, I pray you’ll view your commitment to pray more often, to be present, to generously offer your gifts, to be a servant, and to bear witness to God as the means by which God does something significant in you and through you. We take the vow to uphold the church in these ways

(prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness) because we believe what we’re saying. We believe our prayers were not vain words when we gathered to remember the shooting victims in Charleston. We believe our presence mattered when our Congregational Care Ministers sat by hospital bedsides. We believe our gifts were a blessing when we provided tremendous ministry to our children and youth. We believe our service made a difference when nearly 400 of us served our city at the Great Day of Service. We believe our witness was a vehicle of grace each time we gathered for a meal at missional community.

When you bring your pledge card to worship on November 8, may the words written on paper become the commitments lived out through your lives!

Grace and Peace,Rev. Lisa Yebuah

Holiday Tips for Caregivers

Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the rest of the holiday season is upon us and for many caregivers this is often a bittersweet time. Happy memories of the past contrast with the difficulties of the present and extra demands on time and energy can seem overwhelming. Finding a balance between rest and activity can help. Here are a few suggestions:

• Recognize that things will be different, and daily routines are often disrupted.

• Set goals, not expectations.• Stay in the present and try not to worry about the

‘what ifs’. Life is what is going on now, so be here for it.

• Keep structure whenever possible. Maintain your exercise routine, sleep schedule, and diet.

• Encourage family and friends to visit, but limit the number of visitors at one time.

• Take time daily for relaxation practice,• Make another connection within ESUMC. In

addition to worship services, Sunday School classes, and study groups, the Stephen Ministry is also available.

• Most of all, be gentle with yourself. Perfection is an ideal, not a reality.

Our Caregiver Support Group is another way to get some tips and words of advice on how to get through the holidays. It meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, starting at 3:30 p.m. in the parlor. I am also available during the week at 919-832-7227, or through email at mfrazier@esumc.org.

Thank you,Matt Frazier

Executive Program Director

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Events and information acrossall of our campuses!

Church on MorganChurch on Morgan is set to launch and we hope you’ll join us. On November 5, we will host a special “House Blessing” service at 6 p.m. at our new facility. Then, on November 6 between 7- 9 p.m. we will host a grand opening party for First Friday as we unveil a special installation of artwork by one of our own members Corey Mason. We hope you’ll join us Thursday for worship and prayer and then bring a friend Friday to see some artwork and enjoy music and food.

Dates with a PurposeNovember 6 and January 8Do you keep saying you and your significant other need a date night, but life gets busy and months go by? Let us help you be intentional about spending time together, on an actual date. We can even help get the conversation started and you don’t have to have kids to participate! You pick the restaurant and we’ll provide a kit with discussion questions, games and goodies. The kits will be available at the church receptionist desk on the specified date. Register online or contact Amy Harriman for more information.

eStreet Youth Fall Retreat: The One and OnlyNovember 6-8Every year, at the rise of fall our middle and high school students

load up and head out for a weekend away with God and friends Camp Don Lee down at the coast of North Carolina. We laugh, we play, we worship. Guest Speaker: Rev. Hannah Terry. Register online!

The ESUMC Children’s Music and Worship Arts Ministries Celebrate Veterans DayWednesday, November 11, 10 a.m., Kerr Fellowship HallYou, your families, grandparents, friends, neighbors, and ALL Veterans are cordially invited to attend this special patriotic program as we honor, celebrate, and pay tribute to those who have served our country and fought for our many freedoms. The Children’s Choirs of ESUMC will present a special Veterans Day program entitled, “Amerikids” by Kathie Hill to remember and honor those who have faithfully served our country. Reception to follow.

eStreet Kids Movie NightNovember 13, 6-8 p.m., Kerr HallInvite your friends and join us for a fun movie night for 1st-5th graders. Bring $5 for pizza and drinks. Register online!

Aurora Musicalis String QuartetThe ESUMC string quartet-in-residence, Aurora Musicalis (NC Symphony members Rebekah Binford and Soyun Kim - violins, Amy Mason –viola and Elizabeth

Beilman – cello) present an evening of chamber music by Glazunov, Shostakovich and Beethoven at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, November 16 in the sanctuary.

eStreet Kids: Girls Night OutNovember 20, 6-8:30 p.m., Kerr HallJoin us for this special fun-filled memory making night where moms and daughters will discover the keys to unlocking Scripture, prayer and conversation! Dinner, dessert, & special tools/resources you’ll take home to keep unlocking the joy long after this night is over! Featuring speakers Liz Roberts and Emily Newman. $10/person. Register online.

Stephen Ministry Training Class: Join this team of Christian CaregiversWe will train new Stephen Ministers beginning in January! Applications may be found at the reception desk or online. Stephen Ministry provides a wonderful opportunity to grow in faith, develop stronger relational skills, and bring Christ’s love into the lives of others when they need it. Want to learn more about Stephen Ministry? Contact Rev. Diane Amidon at damidon@esumc.org.

CHILDCARE: Need to reserve childcare for an event? Contact Anthony Evans at aevans@esumc.org or 919-832-2615.

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228 West Edenton Street, Raleigh NC 27603www.esumc.org | 919-832-7535

Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Monday-FridayEmergency on-call: 919-345-8435

Doorstep Ministry: 919-832-9530 (Monday, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.)

THIS WEEK AT EDENTON STREETNote: Only non-recurring events appear on this calendar. For a complete list, visit esumc.org.

12.:15 p.m. Planting Day Training (251)3 p.m. Children’s Council (162)

2 p.m. Lynn Rast Memorial (Chapel)7 p.m. Boy Scout Troop 100 (Bulla); Evangelism Committee (164)

7:30 a.m. Steering Committee (251)5 p.m. Leadership Fellows Banquet (Kerr)

All Day Pre-Planting Day Setup (Kerr); Date Night with a Purpose Pickup (Reception)3:30 p.m. Girl Scout Troop Lock-In (Bulla)4 p.m. Youth Fall Retreat (offsite)

9 a.m. Planting Day (Kerr)

9 a.m. Boylan Brass Rehearsal6:30 p.m. UMW Circle 7 (164)6:45 p.m. Cub Scouts Pack 100 Meeting (Bulla)

11 a.m. Stop Hunger Now Young Leaders Lunch (163)1:30 p.m. Aurora String Quartet Rehearsal (Sanctuary)6 p.m. Girls of Grace (Bulla 217)7 p.m. BSA Troop 100 Adult Leaders’ Meeting (Bulla 205)

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