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W O R S H I PF I R S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H
As a courtesy to others, please silence all cell phones/sound-making devices. Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.*
Scholarship Sunday • Holy Communion • Baptism • June 7, 2015
F I RST U N I T E D M E T H O D I ST C H U R C H o f Sa N Ta M O N I Ca1008 Eleventh Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258
God is real. God is love. Every person matters. You matter. Together we can change the world.
W E G a T H E R
WElCOME Kurt Poland
PRElUDE Rhosymedre (R. Vaughan Williams) Ty Woodward, Organist
*PROCESSIONal HYMN #2004 The Faith We Sing - Praise the Source of Faith and Learning
*Call TO WORSHIP Madeleine Ing, Lay LectorGracious God, eternal God, you have led us to curiosity about our creation, ourselves, and all things unknown.Let us never lose our sense of wonder about the world you have given us.God of Abraham and Sarah, you lead us to new understandings when we least expect them.Let us never see ourselves as too young, too old, or too wise to learn new lessons from you.Everlasting, everloving God, teacher, creator, giver of knowledge and freedom, fear and courage, doubt and faith, Grant that we might always use your gifts to build a world where peace, justice, love and hope reign in wisdom and in truth.
*CHORal aCT OF PRaISE "Holy Wisdom, Truth divine, dawn upon this soul of mine; Word of God and inward light, wake my spirit, clear my sight."
*SHaRING THE PEaCE OF CHRIST Please greet those worshipping near you.
Resident BishopMinerva G. Carcaño
West District SuperintendentKathey Michelle Wilborn
Senior MinisterRev. Patricia Farris
Youth & Intergenerational MinistriesRev. Robert English
Children & Family Ministries DirectorKurt Poland
Chaplain in ResidenceRev. Keri Olsen
Director of Children & Youth MinistryTricia Lindley
Business AdministratorChristina Eddy
Preschool DirectorBatsheva Spector
Assistant to the Preschool DirectorDane Rold
Music DirectorDr. James Smith
OrganistTy Woodward
Lead Coordinator Sarah Rold
Membership and Facilities Coordinator
David [email protected]
Communications DirectorTina Gage
Communications Coordinator Shalimar Carducci
Head CustodianJavier Espinosa
—The Head Usher today is Jon Ward. See an usher if you need assistance.
—If you would like to learn more about baptism or inquire about baptism for your children, please see one of our pastors.
—After today's service, members of our Communion Server Ministry will be taking the communion elements to those who were unable to worship with us.
—Today is Kurt Poland's last day at First UMC. The Staff Parish Relations Committee would like to invite everyone to an extended Coffee Fellowship to celebrate Kurt Poland and his service to First UMC. Please plan to join us in the Courtyard after worship for cake and well wishes.
—Consider a gift to the Foundation today. Your generosity will support future scholars and other First UMC church ministries.
—Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are welcome to worship in the Kids Zone in the narthex.
—First UMC takes the care and safety of children seriously. We are a Safe Sanctuary congregation.
—A changing table is provided in the restroom located in the hallway west of the Fireside Room. Please see an usher for directions.
—Flowers at the Reredos: In celebration of Yvonne and Arthur Dodd's 58th wedding anniversary.
—To request prayers, please fill in a prayer card found in the pew racksand place it in the offering plate.
—If there are Prayer Quilts on the north wall of the sanctuary, you are invited to pray over and tie knots on the quilts.
—Stop by the Hospitality Table in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center during Coffee Fellowship today to ask about membership.
—Visit the Fireside Room for photographs of past C.A.S.T. performances.
—Remember, if you have no will or trust, state laws will determine who will inherit your property at your death. State laws do not include your church or any other charity as a beneficiary. Join the First UMC Legacy Circle. Call the church office or email: [email protected].
—Next Sunday: Worship at 10 a.m.; Rev. Robert English will preach.
—Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In June bring soup. Bins are located in the narthex.
The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever else you get, get insight.— Proverbs 4:7
Worship concludes with the Postlude music which prepares us to transition from worship to life in the world. You are invited to remain seated until the Postlude concludes, or to exit quietly.
W E H E a R G O D ’ S W O R D
W E R E S P O N D
W E G O F O R T H T O S E R v E
PRaYER aFTER COMMUNION Kurt PolandO God of abundance, you feed us every day. Rise in us now, make us into your bread, that we may share your gifts with a hungry world, and join in love with all people, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
*HYMN #605 UMH — Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters
*BENEDICTION Rev. Farris
*BENEDICTION RESPONSE
POSTlUDE Toccata (Gordon Balch Nevin) Ty Woodward
CHIlDREN’S MESSaGE Kurt Poland #2233 TFWS — Where Children BelongThis, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, God’s word, bread and cup, prayer and song: This is where children belong.
As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward.
BaPTISM Coy Norton Quellmalz (see insert)
I Am a Child of GodI am a child of God; You are God’s child, it’s true. Children of God are called to love one another, as Jesus taught to do.
As the congregation sings, the children may go to their Sunday School classes.
OUR MISSION & COMMON lIFE Rev. Robert English We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship, for worship, and for service. Thanks be to God!
THE lESSON Proverbs 4:7-13 (Pew Bible page 587, O.T.) Madeleine IngHear what the Spirit is saying to the church. Thanks be to God!
HOMIlY "Seek the Wisdom of God" Rev. Patricia Farris
*RESPONSE #94 United Methodist Hymnal — The Doxology
*UNISON PRaYER OF DEDICaTION Rev. Keri OlsenGod of wisdom, give us understanding, that we may observe your law of love. Lead us in the path of righteousness and teach us to delight in your way. Turn our hearts to your word and help us forsake selfish gain. Confirm your promise in our hearts and lead us to eternal life with Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE SaCRaMENT OF HOlY COMMUNION We will use the Musical Setting beginning on page 2257 in The Faith We Sing hymnal. Gluten-free wafers are available from the servers upon request. The Ushers will guide you in coming forward to receive the communion elements. You may pause at the kneeler to pray or be in silent prayer at your seat.
#2254 TFWS — In Remembrance of Me#2255 TFWS — In the Singing#2260 TFWS — Let Us Be Bread#2261 TFWS — Life-giving Bread
INTRODUCTION OF 2015 SCHOlaRSHIP RECIPIENTS
Mira Pak, Chair, Loans and Scholarships Committee, with John Stutsman, President, Methodist Foundation
WE OFFER OUR GIFTS & OURSElvES Your generous gifts support the ministries and outreach of the church. You may place gifts of cash or checks made out to “First UMC” in the offering plates as they are passed. You may also give online at any time at www.santamonicaumc.org or by using the QR code in the insert. Thank you. May God grow in us generous and joyful hearts.
THE OFFERTORY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music DirectorIn the Year That King Uzziah Died (David McK. Williams) In the year that king Uzziah died, I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. Above it stood the seraphim: each one had six wings; with twain he covered his face, with twain he covered his feet, and with twain he did fly. And one cried unto another, and said, "Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory." And the posts of the door moved at the voice of him that cried, and the house was filled with smoke. Then said I, "Woe is me! For I am undone; because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts." Then flew one of the seraphim, having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar; and he laid it upon my mouth, and said, "Lo, this hath touched thy lips, and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin is purged." Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Then said I, "Here am I, send me." (Isaiah 6:1-8)
Parents respond in bold italics. Congregation responds with words printed in bold type.
Sunday, June 7, 2015
over
sac ra m e n t o f h o ly ba pt i s m † † †† † †
introduction Rev. Robert EnglishBrothers and Sisters in Christ, from the beginnings of Christianity, baptism has been our entrance into the family of faith. We believe that baptism is an outward and visible sign of the grace of Jesus Christ that is at work in our lives. Through this grace, we enter into a special relationship with Christ, with each other, and with the church of every time and place. Those who receive this sacrament are marked as disciples of Jesus and are part of the fellowship of the universal Christian church. Jesus has expressly given children a place among God’s people; it is a privilege which should not be denied them. He said: “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs.”
presentation Michael Lamb, Lay LectorI am pleased to present to you Coy NortoN Quellmalz for Baptism.
those to be baptized (Questions to the Parents) Rev. EnglishDo you believe in God the source, the fountain of life; and in Christ, the offspring of God, embodied in Jesus of Nazareth and in the church; and in the liberating Spirit of God, the wellspring of new life?
We do.Kurt Poland
On behalf of the whole church, I ask you: Do you accept the freedom and power God gives you of new life in Christ, resisting evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves?
We do.Rev. Patricia Farris
Will you nurture Coy in Christ’s holy church, that by your teaching and example he may be guided to accept God’s grace for himself, to profess his faith openly, and to lead a Christian life?
We will.
(To the Congregation) Michael LambDo you, as Christ’s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ?
We do.
Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include this child now before you in your care?
With God’s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround you with a community of love and forgiveness, that you may grow in your trust of God, and be found faithful in your service to others. We will pray for you, that you may be a true disciple who walks in the way that leads to life.
baptism Rev. EnglishCoy NortoN, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
hymn #611 United Methodist Hymnal — Child of Blessing, Child of Promise (verses 1 & 2)
introduction Michael LambMembers of the household of faith, I commend Coy to your love and care. Do all in your power to increase his faith, confirm his hope, and perfect him in love.
We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome you in Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and in this congregation of The United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant to participate faithfully in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.
Parents respond in bold italics. Congregation responds with words printed in bold type.
Sunday, June 7, 2015
over
sac ra m e n t o f h o ly ba pt i s m † † †† † †
introduction Rev. Robert EnglishBrothers and Sisters in Christ, from the beginnings of Christianity, baptism has been our entrance into the family of faith. We believe that baptism is an outward and visible sign of the grace of Jesus Christ that is at work in our lives. Through this grace, we enter into a special relationship with Christ, with each other, and with the church of every time and place. Those who receive this sacrament are marked as disciples of Jesus and are part of the fellowship of the universal Christian church. Jesus has expressly given children a place among God’s people; it is a privilege which should not be denied them. He said: “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs.”
presentation Michael Lamb, Lay LectorI am pleased to present to you Coy NortoN Quellmalz for Baptism.
those to be baptized (Questions to the Parents) Rev. EnglishDo you believe in God the source, the fountain of life; and in Christ, the offspring of God, embodied in Jesus of Nazareth and in the church; and in the liberating Spirit of God, the wellspring of new life?
We do.Kurt Poland
On behalf of the whole church, I ask you: Do you accept the freedom and power God gives you of new life in Christ, resisting evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves?
We do.Rev. Patricia Farris
Will you nurture Coy in Christ’s holy church, that by your teaching and example he may be guided to accept God’s grace for himself, to profess his faith openly, and to lead a Christian life?
We will.
(To the Congregation) Michael LambDo you, as Christ’s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ?
We do.
Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include this child now before you in your care?
With God’s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround you with a community of love and forgiveness, that you may grow in your trust of God, and be found faithful in your service to others. We will pray for you, that you may be a true disciple who walks in the way that leads to life.
baptism Rev. EnglishCoy NortoN, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
hymn #611 United Methodist Hymnal — Child of Blessing, Child of Promise (verses 1 & 2)
introduction Michael LambMembers of the household of faith, I commend Coy to your love and care. Do all in your power to increase his faith, confirm his hope, and perfect him in love.
We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome you in Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and in this congregation of The United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant to participate faithfully in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service, and our witness that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.
First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica1008 Eleventh Street · Santa Monica, CA 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · (310)393-8258 · [email protected]
John and Donna Vredevoe Porter Scholarshipis provided to a First UMC member graduating high school with academic honors equivalent to that of a California Scholastic Seal Bearer. This award recognizes academic achievement at the
high school level and potential for achievement in higher education.
Nicholas Charchut
The Ken Whitney Memorial Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Ken Whitney and
Norma Williams Whitney, in their memory. These scholarships are presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to students involved in our church life who plan to pursue studies
in the field of music or engineering and evidence a serious intent to reach that goal.
Karen Grothe
The George and Norma Williams Memorial Scholarship is provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Gale and Norman Williams, in memory of George and Norma Williams. This scholarship is presented by the Loans
and Scholarships Committee to an outstanding college student who demonstrates an exemplary life, a growing faith and an involvement in the church.
Kaitlyn Plukas
The Robert and Anna Wood Family Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Bob and Anna Wood, in their memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to assist
young people pursuing higher education.
Phillip Wong
United Methodist Women Awardsare provided through an original bequest by Effe Stephenson, which has been augmented
over the years by additional gifts from other United Methodist Women members. These awards are presented by the United Methodist Women to graduating senior high
students who have college plans, have been or are currently active in our church and have a growing commitment to Christian principles.
Nicholas Charchut, Kaitlyn Plukas, Alyssa Corralez-Deleon, Reece Pascoe, Brandon Searfoss
Scholarships are awarded annually to persons active in the life and ministry of the church who are pursuing educational goals in colleges and universities. These scholarships and awards are made possible through designated and undesignated funds administered by The Methodist Foundation of Santa Monica. Scholarship application forms are available in the Spring of each year, and may be obtained in the church office. For information on establishing
a scholarship, contact The Methodist Foundation through the church office.
Today this congregation celebrates a long-standing tradition at First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica by recognizing and encouraging individuals in their educational endeavors
through scholarships, grants and awards. We do so remembering Jesus’ admonition “to love God with all our mind,” and the apostle Paul’s exhortation “to set your mind on things that are above.”
The 2015 Methodist Foundation Scholarships and Awards, and the recipients who are to be so honored this morning, are listed herein.
Included at the end of this list are the recipients of the United Methodist Women Recognition Awards, which were presented on May 3, 2015, at the United Methodist Women’s Student Awards Luncheon.
The Methodist Foundation of Santa Monica
SCholaRShIPS AND AWARDS RECoGNItIoNSunday, June 7, 2015
The Dave Anderson Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by David Anderson. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a member of the church pursuing a
higher education in the field of engineering or science. Nicholas Charchut
The Barbarita Baca Scholarship is provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Barbarita Baca, in her memory.
This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a young person who is growing in the Christian faith and working hard to reach his or her educational goals.
Jake Erlandson
The Max and Leota Fenton Family Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Max and Leota Fenton, in their memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to an
active youth member of the church who will attend college in the coming year.Reece Pascoe
The Norma Foster Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Norma Foster, in her memory.
This scholarship is presented to high achieving students needing financial assistance.Karen Grothe, Angel Rayford, Sawyer Pascoe
The Lois T. Gehringer Memorial Scholarshipis provided through The Methodist Foundation. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and
Scholarships Committee to active youth church members pursuing their educational goals. Nicholas Charchut, Alyssa Corralez-Deleon, Jake Erlandson,
Madeleine Ing, Reece Pascoe, Julia Rogers, Preston Searfoss, Molly Smith
The Louise and Neil Hammond Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Louise and Neil Hammond.
This scholarship, presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee, is to be presented annually to a student in our church pursuing his or her higher education.
Alyssa Corralez-Deleon, Kyle McCreight, Brandon Searfoss
The Everett and Lucile Hedges Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Ralph and Marilyn Hedges, Marie Rourke, Elizabeth
Hedges and their families, in memory of their parents. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a member of the church pursuing a career in the field of education.
Victoria Fausto
The Howard Hoegsted Scholarship is presented annually to a student pursuing nonreligious higher education.
James Edwards, Jake Erlandson, Madeleine Ing, Jessica Jones, Kyle McCreight, Reece Pascoe, Kaitlyn Plukas, Julia Rogers, Preston Searfoss
The Perry L. Johnson Family Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the Williams and Fenton families in
memory of Perry and Trudy Johnson and their two daughters, who lost their lives in the Tenerife air tragedy. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships
Committee to a student who is an active church member who evidences a growing Christian faith, consistent academic work and potential for church and community service.
Madeleine Ing
The Leo and Rena Kallejian Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Leo and Rena Kallejian. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to provide
support to students in our church pursuing their educational goals.
James Edwards, Kaylee Glenney, Kaitlyn Plukas, Brandon Searfoss, Molly Smith
The Donald and Barbara Mulder Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Donald and Barbara Mulder.
This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to provide support to students in our church pursuing their educational goals.
Brandon Searfoss
The Roy Naylor Memorial Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Roy Naylor,
in his memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to provide support to church members pursuing their educational goals.
Phillip Wong
The Donald Lee Nelson Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Donald Lee Nelson, in his memory.
This scholarship is presented annually to a First UMC student pursuing higher education.Victoria Fausto
The Shareringer Scholarshipis provided through gifts from the Shareringer Group. This scholarship is presented annually to a First UMC student pursuing higher education and needing assistance.
Jessica Jones
The Lawrence E. and Verna A. Vredevoe Memorial Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of
Lawrence E. and Verna A. Vredevoe, in their memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a member of the church who is a
graduating high school senior with high academic achievement pursuing higher education.Kaitlyn Plukas
The Dave Anderson Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by David Anderson. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a member of the church pursuing a
higher education in the field of engineering or science. Nicholas Charchut
The Barbarita Baca Scholarship is provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Barbarita Baca, in her memory.
This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a young person who is growing in the Christian faith and working hard to reach his or her educational goals.
Jake Erlandson
The Max and Leota Fenton Family Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Max and Leota Fenton, in their memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to an
active youth member of the church who will attend college in the coming year.Reece Pascoe
The Norma Foster Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Norma Foster, in her memory.
This scholarship is presented to high achieving students needing financial assistance.Karen Grothe, Angel Rayford, Sawyer Pascoe
The Lois T. Gehringer Memorial Scholarshipis provided through The Methodist Foundation. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and
Scholarships Committee to active youth church members pursuing their educational goals. Nicholas Charchut, Alyssa Corralez-Deleon, Jake Erlandson,
Madeleine Ing, Reece Pascoe, Julia Rogers, Preston Searfoss, Molly Smith
The Louise and Neil Hammond Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Louise and Neil Hammond.
This scholarship, presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee, is to be presented annually to a student in our church pursuing his or her higher education.
Alyssa Corralez-Deleon, Kyle McCreight, Brandon Searfoss
The Everett and Lucile Hedges Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Ralph and Marilyn Hedges, Marie Rourke, Elizabeth
Hedges and their families, in memory of their parents. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a member of the church pursuing a career in the field of education.
Victoria Fausto
The Howard Hoegsted Scholarship is presented annually to a student pursuing nonreligious higher education.
James Edwards, Jake Erlandson, Madeleine Ing, Jessica Jones, Kyle McCreight, Reece Pascoe, Kaitlyn Plukas, Julia Rogers, Preston Searfoss
The Perry L. Johnson Family Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the Williams and Fenton families in
memory of Perry and Trudy Johnson and their two daughters, who lost their lives in the Tenerife air tragedy. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships
Committee to a student who is an active church member who evidences a growing Christian faith, consistent academic work and potential for church and community service.
Madeleine Ing
The Leo and Rena Kallejian Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Leo and Rena Kallejian. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to provide
support to students in our church pursuing their educational goals.
James Edwards, Kaylee Glenney, Kaitlyn Plukas, Brandon Searfoss, Molly Smith
The Donald and Barbara Mulder Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Donald and Barbara Mulder.
This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to provide support to students in our church pursuing their educational goals.
Brandon Searfoss
The Roy Naylor Memorial Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Roy Naylor,
in his memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to provide support to church members pursuing their educational goals.
Phillip Wong
The Donald Lee Nelson Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Donald Lee Nelson, in his memory.
This scholarship is presented annually to a First UMC student pursuing higher education.Victoria Fausto
The Shareringer Scholarshipis provided through gifts from the Shareringer Group. This scholarship is presented annually to a First UMC student pursuing higher education and needing assistance.
Jessica Jones
The Lawrence E. and Verna A. Vredevoe Memorial Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of
Lawrence E. and Verna A. Vredevoe, in their memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to a member of the church who is a
graduating high school senior with high academic achievement pursuing higher education.Kaitlyn Plukas
First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica1008 Eleventh Street · Santa Monica, CA 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · (310)393-8258 · [email protected]
John and Donna Vredevoe Porter Scholarshipis provided to a First UMC member graduating high school with academic honors equivalent to that of a California Scholastic Seal Bearer. This award recognizes academic achievement at the
high school level and potential for achievement in higher education.
Nicholas Charchut
The Ken Whitney Memorial Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Ken Whitney and
Norma Williams Whitney, in their memory. These scholarships are presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to students involved in our church life who plan to pursue studies
in the field of music or engineering and evidence a serious intent to reach that goal.
Karen Grothe
The George and Norma Williams Memorial Scholarship is provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by Gale and Norman Williams, in memory of George and Norma Williams. This scholarship is presented by the Loans
and Scholarships Committee to an outstanding college student who demonstrates an exemplary life, a growing faith and an involvement in the church.
Kaitlyn Plukas
The Robert and Anna Wood Family Scholarshipis provided through a gift to The Methodist Foundation by the family of Bob and Anna Wood, in their memory. This scholarship is presented by the Loans and Scholarships Committee to assist
young people pursuing higher education.
Phillip Wong
United Methodist Women Awardsare provided through an original bequest by Effe Stephenson, which has been augmented
over the years by additional gifts from other United Methodist Women members. These awards are presented by the United Methodist Women to graduating senior high
students who have college plans, have been or are currently active in our church and have a growing commitment to Christian principles.
Nicholas Charchut, Kaitlyn Plukas, Alyssa Corralez-Deleon, Reece Pascoe, Brandon Searfoss
Scholarships are awarded annually to persons active in the life and ministry of the church who are pursuing educational goals in colleges and universities. These scholarships and awards are made possible through designated and undesignated funds administered by The Methodist Foundation of Santa Monica. Scholarship application forms are available in the Spring of each year, and may be obtained in the church office. For information on establishing
a scholarship, contact The Methodist Foundation through the church office.
Today this congregation celebrates a long-standing tradition at First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica by recognizing and encouraging individuals in their educational endeavors
through scholarships, grants and awards. We do so remembering Jesus’ admonition “to love God with all our mind,” and the apostle Paul’s exhortation “to set your mind on things that are above.”
The 2015 Methodist Foundation Scholarships and Awards, and the recipients who are to be so honored this morning, are listed herein.
Included at the end of this list are the recipients of the United Methodist Women Recognition Awards, which were presented on May 3, 2015, at the United Methodist Women’s Student Awards Luncheon.
The Methodist Foundation of Santa Monica
SCholaRShIPS AND AWARDS RECoGNItIoNSunday, June 7, 2015
Worship concludes with the Postlude music which prepares us to transition from worship to life in the world. You are invited to remain seated until the Postlude concludes, or to exit quietly.
W E H E a R G O D ’ S W O R D
W E R E S P O N D
W E G O F O R T H T O S E R v E
PRaYER aFTER COMMUNION Kurt PolandO God of abundance, you feed us every day. Rise in us now, make us into your bread, that we may share your gifts with a hungry world, and join in love with all people, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
*HYMN #605 UMH — Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters
*BENEDICTION Rev. Farris
*BENEDICTION RESPONSE
POSTlUDE Toccata (Gordon Balch Nevin) Ty Woodward
CHIlDREN’S MESSaGE Kurt Poland #2233 TFWS — Where Children BelongThis, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, God’s word, bread and cup, prayer and song: This is where children belong.
As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward.
BaPTISM Coy Norton Quellmalz (see insert)
I Am a Child of GodI am a child of God; You are God’s child, it’s true. Children of God are called to love one another, as Jesus taught to do.
As the congregation sings, the children may go to their Sunday School classes.
OUR MISSION & COMMON lIFE Rev. Robert English We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship, for worship, and for service. Thanks be to God!
THE lESSON Proverbs 4:7-13 (Pew Bible page 587, O.T.) Madeleine IngHear what the Spirit is saying to the church. Thanks be to God!
HOMIlY "Seek the Wisdom of God" Rev. Patricia Farris
*RESPONSE #94 United Methodist Hymnal — The Doxology
*UNISON PRaYER OF DEDICaTION Rev. Keri OlsenGod of wisdom, give us understanding, that we may observe your law of love. Lead us in the path of righteousness and teach us to delight in your way. Turn our hearts to your word and help us forsake selfish gain. Confirm your promise in our hearts and lead us to eternal life with Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE SaCRaMENT OF HOlY COMMUNION We will use the Musical Setting beginning on page 2257 in The Faith We Sing hymnal. Gluten-free wafers are available from the servers upon request. The Ushers will guide you in coming forward to receive the communion elements. You may pause at the kneeler to pray or be in silent prayer at your seat.
#2254 TFWS — In Remembrance of Me#2255 TFWS — In the Singing#2260 TFWS — Let Us Be Bread#2261 TFWS — Life-giving Bread
INTRODUCTION OF 2015 SCHOlaRSHIP RECIPIENTS
Mira Pak, Chair, Loans and Scholarships Committee, with John Stutsman, President, Methodist Foundation
WE OFFER OUR GIFTS & OURSElvES Your generous gifts support the ministries and outreach of the church. You may place gifts of cash or checks made out to “First UMC” in the offering plates as they are passed. You may also give online at any time at www.santamonicaumc.org or by using the QR code in the insert. Thank you. May God grow in us generous and joyful hearts.
THE OFFERTORY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music DirectorIn the Year That King Uzziah Died (David McK. Williams) In the year that king Uzziah died, I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. Above it stood the seraphim: each one had six wings; with twain he covered his face, with twain he covered his feet, and with twain he did fly. And one cried unto another, and said, "Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory." And the posts of the door moved at the voice of him that cried, and the house was filled with smoke. Then said I, "Woe is me! For I am undone; because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts." Then flew one of the seraphim, having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar; and he laid it upon my mouth, and said, "Lo, this hath touched thy lips, and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin is purged." Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Then said I, "Here am I, send me." (Isaiah 6:1-8)
W O R S H I PF I R S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H
As a courtesy to others, please silence all cell phones/sound-making devices. Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.*
Scholarship Sunday • Holy Communion • Baptism • June 7, 2015
F I RST U N I T E D M E T H O D I ST C H U R C H o f Sa N Ta M O N I Ca1008 Eleventh Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258
God is real. God is love. Every person matters. You matter. Together we can change the world.
W E G a T H E R
WElCOME Kurt Poland
PRElUDE Rhosymedre (R. Vaughan Williams) Ty Woodward, Organist
*PROCESSIONal HYMN #2004 The Faith We Sing - Praise the Source of Faith and Learning
*Call TO WORSHIP Madeleine Ing, Lay LectorGracious God, eternal God, you have led us to curiosity about our creation, ourselves, and all things unknown.Let us never lose our sense of wonder about the world you have given us.God of Abraham and Sarah, you lead us to new understandings when we least expect them.Let us never see ourselves as too young, too old, or too wise to learn new lessons from you.Everlasting, everloving God, teacher, creator, giver of knowledge and freedom, fear and courage, doubt and faith, Grant that we might always use your gifts to build a world where peace, justice, love and hope reign in wisdom and in truth.
*CHORal aCT OF PRaISE "Holy Wisdom, Truth divine, dawn upon this soul of mine; Word of God and inward light, wake my spirit, clear my sight."
*SHaRING THE PEaCE OF CHRIST Please greet those worshipping near you.
Resident BishopMinerva G. Carcaño
West District SuperintendentKathey Michelle Wilborn
Senior MinisterRev. Patricia Farris
Youth & Intergenerational MinistriesRev. Robert English
Children & Family Ministries DirectorKurt Poland
Chaplain in ResidenceRev. Keri Olsen
Director of Children & Youth MinistryTricia Lindley
Business AdministratorChristina Eddy
Preschool DirectorBatsheva Spector
Assistant to the Preschool DirectorDane Rold
Music DirectorDr. James Smith
OrganistTy Woodward
Lead Coordinator Sarah Rold
Membership and Facilities Coordinator
David [email protected]
Communications DirectorTina Gage
Communications Coordinator Shalimar Carducci
Head CustodianJavier Espinosa
—The Head Usher today is Jon Ward. See an usher if you need assistance.
—If you would like to learn more about baptism or inquire about baptism for your children, please see one of our pastors.
—After today's service, members of our Communion Server Ministry will be taking the communion elements to those who were unable to worship with us.
—Today is Kurt Poland's last day at First UMC. The Staff Parish Relations Committee would like to invite everyone to an extended Coffee Fellowship to celebrate Kurt Poland and his service to First UMC. Please plan to join us in the Courtyard after worship for cake and well wishes.
—Consider a gift to the Foundation today. Your generosity will support future scholars and other First UMC church ministries.
—Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are welcome to worship in the Kids Zone in the narthex.
—First UMC takes the care and safety of children seriously. We are a Safe Sanctuary congregation.
—A changing table is provided in the restroom located in the hallway west of the Fireside Room. Please see an usher for directions.
—Flowers at the Reredos: In celebration of Yvonne and Arthur Dodd's 58th wedding anniversary.
—To request prayers, please fill in a prayer card found in the pew racksand place it in the offering plate.
—If there are Prayer Quilts on the north wall of the sanctuary, you are invited to pray over and tie knots on the quilts.
—Stop by the Hospitality Table in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center during Coffee Fellowship today to ask about membership.
—Visit the Fireside Room for photographs of past C.A.S.T. performances.
—Remember, if you have no will or trust, state laws will determine who will inherit your property at your death. State laws do not include your church or any other charity as a beneficiary. Join the First UMC Legacy Circle. Call the church office or email: [email protected].
—Next Sunday: Worship at 10 a.m.; Rev. Robert English will preach.
—Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In June bring soup. Bins are located in the narthex.
The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever else you get, get insight.— Proverbs 4:7
June 7, 2015
CHR = Choir Room; CR = Conference Room; CY = Courtyard; FR = Fireside Room; L = Library; MH = Member’s Home; OS = Off Site; S = Sanctuary; SH = Simkins Hall; WR = Work Room (UMW)
W W W . S A N T A M O N I C A U M C . O R G
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O P P O R T U N I T I E S a t F U M C
* Sundays at First UMC - Summer Schedule 9 a.m. Lectionary Scripture Discussion, FR 9 a.m. Partnership with God, 101 9:30 a.m. Nursery Care, 204 9:30 a.m. Chancel Choir Warm-ups, CHR 10 a.m. Worship Service, S 10:10 a.m. Sunday School, Education Bldg. 11 a.m. Fellowship, SH/Alcove 6:15 p.m. UMYF, YL
*Westside Food Bank collection for June: Soup HighlightsAll-Church Summerfest - Today!
Summer’s coming, and it’s time to welcome in the season with First UMC’s annual Summerfest celebration today after worship. Summerfest is fun for the whole family, and includes food, a cake walk, bounce house and more. In conjuction with Summerfest this year, we also come together to honor education, mission and fellowship, in an event-filled day. Don’t miss:
• Scholarship Sunday during worship, when we honor those being awarded with a Methodist Foundation Scholarship. • The Missions Council’s Used Book Sale to benefit Imagine No Malaria, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center.• The Pop-Up Library opening is coming soon this Summer!
Farewell Cake for Kurt Poland - TodayToday after worship, the Staff Parish Relations Committee would like to invite everyone to an extended Coffee Fellowship to celebrate Kurt Poland and his service to First UMC. Please plan to join us in the Courtyard after worship for cake and well wishes.
First UMC Photo DirectoryWe are excited to announce that First UMC will commemorate its 140th year with a new church directory! Appointments may be made Sundays next to the Hospitality Table, with Shalimar at the church office (310) 393-8258 ext. 113, [email protected], or online santamonicaumc.org/directory-2015 then click Make Appointment.
Annual Cal-Pac ConferenceFrom June 17-20 the United Methodist Church in our regional Episcopal area gather for a session of the California-Pacific Annual Conference at the University of Redlands. First UMC will send 8 lay members and 4 clergy members. Our clergy members are Rev. Patricia Farris, Rev. Robert English, Rev. Keri Olsen, and Rev. Larry Young. Our lay members are Bee Campbell, Mary Crawford, Jack Fry, Adam Guerrero, Steve Harbison, Karen Ing, Jen Jacques, with Madeleine Ing as an Alternate.
Today - Baptism • Scholarship Sunday • Holy Communion 11 a.m. Farewell Cake for Kurt Poland, Courtyard 11 a.m. Summerfest, Courtyard 11 a.m. Missions Council’s Used Book Sale, SH 11 a.m. Photo Directory Scheduling, next to Hospitality Table 6:15 p.m. UMYF End-of-Year Banquet, SHTuesday, June 9 - Parking garage closed until Thursday. 7 a.m. Men’s Breakfast, FRWednesday, June 10 9 a.m. UMW Luncheon, OSThursday, June 11 - Parking garage open at 2 p.m.Friday, June 12 7 p.m. C.A.S.T. presents The Jungle Book, Kids, SHSaturday, June 13 9 a.m. Intercessory Prayer Group Retreat, FR 1 p.m. C.A.S.T. presents The Jungle Book, Kids, SHSunday, June 14 11 a.m. Photo Directory Scheduling, next to Hospitality Table 1 p.m. C.A.S.T. presents The Jungle Book, Kids, SH
F O C U S O N
f i r st u n i t e d m e t h o d i st c h u r c h o f sa n ta m o n i ca1008 eleventh street, santa monica, ca 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258 · [email protected]
ChIldREN’S AFTER SChOOl ThEATER
Parking Garage Will Be Closed for Pest Management.
The parking garage across the street from the church will be closed Tuesday June 9 thru
Thursday June 11 for tenting. This will not affect Sunday worship service.Friday June 12, 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday June 13 & 14, 1 p.m. Simkins hall. Buy tickets at the door,
or online: www.santamonicaumc.cloverdonations.com/theater-tickets. $10 adults/$5 kids, seniors.
children’s after school theater’s 1st - 4th graders present
the Jungle Book, Kids. the jungle is jumpin’ with jazz in this exciting
disney classic! Join mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they
swing their way through madcap adventures and thwart the ferocious
tiger, shere Khan.
here are a few thoughts from the kids in the play when asked
“What do you enjoy the most about Jungle Book?”
“the jungle battle scenes!” – cooper, age 10
“that everyone has a part, even the new people!” – milo, age 6
“i enjoy learning new dances and important things every week.” – sawyer, age 8
“i like the songs in Jungle Book, they are really catchy.” – cameron, age 8
“What i enjoy the most about Jungle Book are the characters Baloo and Bageera.” – asher, age 9
“What i enjoy the most about the Jungle Book is the characters.” – Zane, age 7
adult volunteer sarah says, “my favorite part is when the kids sing and dance the song Bare necessities!”
don’t miss the show!
June 7, 2015
CHR = Choir Room; CR = Conference Room; CY = Courtyard; FR = Fireside Room; L = Library; MH = Member’s Home; OS = Off Site; S = Sanctuary; SH = Simkins Hall; WR = Work Room (UMW)
W W W . S A N T A M O N I C A U M C . O R G
Scan this QR code with your smart phone to go directly to First UMC’s online giving page.
O P P O R T U N I T I E S a t F U M C
* Sundays at First UMC - Summer Schedule 9 a.m. Lectionary Scripture Discussion, FR 9 a.m. Partnership with God, 101 9:30 a.m. Nursery Care, 204 9:30 a.m. Chancel Choir Warm-ups, CHR 10 a.m. Worship Service, S 10:10 a.m. Sunday School, Education Bldg. 11 a.m. Fellowship, SH/Alcove 6:15 p.m. UMYF, YL
*Westside Food Bank collection for June: Soup HighlightsAll-Church Summerfest - Today!
Summer’s coming, and it’s time to welcome in the season with First UMC’s annual Summerfest celebration today after worship. Summerfest is fun for the whole family, and includes food, a cake walk, bounce house and more. In conjuction with Summerfest this year, we also come together to honor education, mission and fellowship, in an event-filled day. Don’t miss:
• Scholarship Sunday during worship, when we honor those being awarded with a Methodist Foundation Scholarship. • The Missions Council’s Used Book Sale to benefit Imagine No Malaria, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center.• The Pop-Up Library opening is coming soon this Summer!
Farewell Cake for Kurt Poland - TodayToday after worship, the Staff Parish Relations Committee would like to invite everyone to an extended Coffee Fellowship to celebrate Kurt Poland and his service to First UMC. Please plan to join us in the Courtyard after worship for cake and well wishes.
First UMC Photo DirectoryWe are excited to announce that First UMC will commemorate its 140th year with a new church directory! Appointments may be made Sundays next to the Hospitality Table, with Shalimar at the church office (310) 393-8258 ext. 113, [email protected], or online santamonicaumc.org/directory-2015 then click Make Appointment.
Annual Cal-Pac ConferenceFrom June 17-20 the United Methodist Church in our regional Episcopal area gather for a session of the California-Pacific Annual Conference at the University of Redlands. First UMC will send 8 lay members and 4 clergy members. Our clergy members are Rev. Patricia Farris, Rev. Robert English, Rev. Keri Olsen, and Rev. Larry Young. Our lay members are Bee Campbell, Mary Crawford, Jack Fry, Adam Guerrero, Steve Harbison, Karen Ing, Jen Jacques, with Madeleine Ing as an Alternate.
Today - Baptism • Scholarship Sunday • Holy Communion 11 a.m. Farewell Cake for Kurt Poland, Courtyard 11 a.m. Summerfest, Courtyard 11 a.m. Missions Council’s Used Book Sale, SH 11 a.m. Photo Directory Scheduling, next to Hospitality Table 6:15 p.m. UMYF End-of-Year Banquet, SHTuesday, June 9 - Parking garage closed until Thursday. 7 a.m. Men’s Breakfast, FRWednesday, June 10 9 a.m. UMW Luncheon, OSThursday, June 11 - Parking garage open at 2 p.m.Friday, June 12 7 p.m. C.A.S.T. presents The Jungle Book, Kids, SHSaturday, June 13 9 a.m. Intercessory Prayer Group Retreat, FR 1 p.m. C.A.S.T. presents The Jungle Book, Kids, SHSunday, June 14 11 a.m. Photo Directory Scheduling, next to Hospitality Table 1 p.m. C.A.S.T. presents The Jungle Book, Kids, SH
F O C U S O N
f i r st u n i t e d m e t h o d i st c h u r c h o f sa n ta m o n i ca1008 eleventh street, santa monica, ca 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258 · [email protected]
ChIldREN’S AFTER SChOOl ThEATER
Parking Garage Will Be Closed for Pest Management.
The parking garage across the street from the church will be closed Tuesday June 9 thru
Thursday June 11 for tenting. This will not affect Sunday worship service.Friday June 12, 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday June 13 & 14, 1 p.m. Simkins hall. Buy tickets at the door,
or online: www.santamonicaumc.cloverdonations.com/theater-tickets. $10 adults/$5 kids, seniors.
children’s after school theater’s 1st - 4th graders present
the Jungle Book, Kids. the jungle is jumpin’ with jazz in this exciting
disney classic! Join mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they
swing their way through madcap adventures and thwart the ferocious
tiger, shere Khan.
here are a few thoughts from the kids in the play when asked
“What do you enjoy the most about Jungle Book?”
“the jungle battle scenes!” – cooper, age 10
“that everyone has a part, even the new people!” – milo, age 6
“i enjoy learning new dances and important things every week.” – sawyer, age 8
“i like the songs in Jungle Book, they are really catchy.” – cameron, age 8
“What i enjoy the most about Jungle Book are the characters Baloo and Bageera.” – asher, age 9
“What i enjoy the most about the Jungle Book is the characters.” – Zane, age 7
adult volunteer sarah says, “my favorite part is when the kids sing and dance the song Bare necessities!”
don’t miss the show!