Mt. Hope United Church of Christ Proclaiming the good news of Christ through worship, ministry and

outreach to all people.

Office: 336-697-1561 - Fax: 336-697-1449

Rev. Kristin Gerner Vaughn, Pastor

Phone: Pastor Kristin, 336-402-2897

Pastor’s E-mail: kristingvaughn@gmail.com

Church Email: mthope@triad.rr.com

Church Website: www.mthopeucc.com

Mt. Hope United Church of Christ at Worship

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost 11:00 a.m. September 22, 2019

Holy Hello’s and Passing of the Peace: “Share the peace of Christ with one

another”

Ringing of the Hour

Prelude

The Light and Sacred Word Enter Acolyte: Chloe Strouth

Presenter: Sophia Levins

Welcome and Announcements

*Choral Call to Worship “And God Will Raise You Up”

And God will raise you up on eagle’s wings,

bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun,

and hold you in the palm of God’s hand.

*Call to Worship:

One: Rejoice with me, people of God.

All: God has gathered us in from the wilderness.

One: Rejoice with me people of God.

All: God has swept away the darkness of the night. One: Rejoice with me people of God.

All: Today, there is joy in the presence of the angels.

Opening Hymn #487 (GH) “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”

Strings of Hope

Call to Confession (in unison)

Gracious God, you know our sin: We have squandered the gifts you have

given us.

We have failed to forgive our debtors as you have forgiven us. We have been

unfaithful and dishonest in small things and great things alike. We are shrewd

in seeking wealth and foolish in following your way.

Forgive our sins, O Lord, for your name’s sake. Make us faithful stewards of

the grace you have given and generous in forgiving others; through Jesus

Christ or Lord. Amen.

Declaration of Forgiveness

Children’s Time

(Children ages 0-4 years old are welcome in the nursery.)

Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer

(In unison) 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 glory forever and ever, Amen.

Anthem “Lamb of God”

Scripture Reading Luke 16:1-13

Response to Scripture “Make Us One,

Lord” Make us one, Lord, make us one; Holy Spirit make us one.

Let your love flow so the world will know we are one in you.

Make us one.

Sermon “Christian Accounting 101” Pastor Kristin

Sharing of our Gifts

Musical Offering “Someone Made the Sandals Jesus Wore”

Strings of Hope

*Song of Thanksgiving “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. Amen. *Prayer of Thanksgiving

*Sending Forth #595 (BH) “I’ll Fly Away” Strings of Hope

*Benediction

*Choral Benediction “Family of God”

I'm so glad I'm a part of the Family of God, I've been washed in the fountain,

cleansed by His blood! Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod, For I'm

part of the family, The Family of God.

*Postlude

*Indicates “please stand” for those who are able.

Announcements:

Sunday Oct. 6 we will celebrate World Communion Sunday by taking

communion together, delivering communion to our home bound members,

collecting our Neighbors in Need (NIN) offering and will welcome into

fellowship our Associate Pastor for Children, Youth and Young Adults with a

potluck lunch. Bring your best dish and plan to stay for lunch

The Fall Fun Fest Team is requesting toilet paper rolls. We need you to bring

your toilet paper rolls again! They will be transformed into decorations for the Fall

Fun Fest.

Bible study Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Our Fall study is “Embracing a Life of

Meaning” by Kathleen Norris. Books available in the office.

The flowers on the alter are placed to the Glory of God and in loving memory of

Beatrice Noah Craven by the family.

Seeking "individually wrapped candies and prizes" for our 3rd Annual

Community Fall Fun Day. This event will be held at the church on Sunday,

October 27th from 3 pm - 5 pm. * Candy & Prize Donations may be dropped off

to the church and placed in the designated bin located in the Education Building by

Tuesday, October 15th. You may also give a momentary donation to Gloria Apple.

Make checks payable to: Mt Hope Youth. Our team will do the shopping for you.

The New Members Class will be offered again in October. The three part class

will be held on Oct. 13, 20 and 27 in the Old Fellowship Hall at 9:00 AM. Light

breakfast and coffee/juice will be provided. This class is for those who wish to

learn more about Mount Hope and the United Church of Christ (UCC) and for

those who already desire to become a member at Mount Hope UCC. Please let

Pastor Kristin know of your interest in attending.

Women's Fellowship: The women's fellowship will meet on Tuesday, September

24, 7:00 pm at the home of Elizabeth Craft. Please plan to attend our Tea Party as

we resume our regular meetings. Wear your fancy clothes and hat or not, but

please come. Call Dee if you will volunteer to bring a finger sandwich or bite size

dessert.

The Southern Region Women's Retreat is scheduled for October 18 - 20 in

Blowing Rock. There is a fee required to attend. Please let Dee or Elizabeth know

if you are interested in attending either of these events. Registration deadline is

September 6th.

The children’s Christmas play is coming up on Dec. 8! Our first meeting will be

Oct. 6 at 4:30 in the choir room. Come ready to sing and to get scripts and

rehearsal schedule.

Mt. Hope Fire Dept.

Quarter Action Saturday October 19, 2019 doors open @ 9 am, starts @ 10 am

Opportunities for Worship and Service

Today, Sunday, September 22

9:00 am Prepare Biscuits (OFH)

9:30 am Deliver Blessing Bags

9:30 am Fellowship in Hallway

10:00 am Sunday School

11:00 am Worship

4:30-6 pm Youth Fellowship (OFH)

4:30-6 pm Young Disciples (NFH)

Wednesday, September 25

6:00 pm Bible Study (Parlor)

6:45 pm Handbell Rehearsal

7:30 pm Choir Practice

Tuesday, September 24

7:00 pm Ladies Fellowship

Tuesday, October 1

7:00 pm Garden Club (NFH)

Wednesday, October 2

6:00 pm Bible Study (Parlor)

Sunday, October 6

3:30 pm Play Meeting

4:30 pm Young Disciples/Play Rehearsal (CR)

Upcoming October Events:

CROP Walk is Sunday October starting at 3 pm with a meal to follow.

Health Care Center

Alamance Health Care Cent. Grady Gerner (34)

Alamance House R. Denny Ingold (#112)

Clapps Nursing Center Robert Ingold (#311-A)

Clapps Nursing Center Irene Sharpe (106-A)

Clapps Nursing Center Lillian Clapp

Murdoch Center Dreama Greeson

Ralph Scott Homes Betty Kim Settlemyre

Universal Healthcare Diz & Doris Reece

Woodhaven (Albemarle) Annie Lee Apple

Mt. Hope Military Connections

Scott Amick Grant Harden

Kyle Gerner Megan Moore Hughes

Michael Clapp Mikayla Stevens

Josh Ellis Michael Terraforte

Members/ Friends & Relatives

Kathy Barrier

Bill & Peggy Welker

Inez Thornburg

Linda Kirkman

Lorene Greeson

LuEller Ingold

Mandy Levens

Rocky Royal

Carol Sawyer

Betty Settlemyre

Family of Vilma – Marcia Cham’s friend

Brenda – Cindy Rowell’s sister

Family of Bea Craven –

sister of Sara Shue

Robert Ellis – brother-in-law of L. Miller

Louise Smith – friend of Barbara Greeson

P.G. Sargent – Lin Gallagher’s sister

Betty and Richard Kime

Jackie Willard--sister of Peggy Levens

Bobbi Queen- sister of Betty Settlemyre

Family of Sterling Baker - friend of Susan

Finley

Pat Harris - Jeff Harris’ mother

Brenda Vance

Couch Family-friends of Kraven Webb

Our brother & sisters in the Bahamas

Laura Salomon

Sara Shaffer – Cathy Turner

Hayden – Joan’s cousin

Lynn Hayle – friend of the Craft’s

Travis & Nikki Merrill

Helen Johnson

L.B. Friddle-Family of Bea Craven/Sister of

Sara Shue

Trevor Pierce – Brother of Shannon Levens

Preston Pierce- Brother of Shannon Levens

Doug Peacock- Nancy Wimbish’s Son-In-Law

Sarah Finley- Susan Finley’s mother

Wesley Reece

Choir Director Joan Hedrick

Organist Ekin Ustunel

Sound Bennie Gerner/Conner Chapmon/

Noah Greeson / Jonathan Vaughn

Please contact the church office if you would like to add someone to the prayer list.