Worship 9:30; Sunday School 11:00 __________________________________________________________ Our Statement of Mission First Mennonite Church is a faith communitycoming from diverse traditions
and rooted in Anabaptismdevoted to:
·Worshiping God; ·Welcoming all people to faith in Jesus Christ; · Discerning the leading of the Holy Spirit; and ·Faithfully following Christ
as we respond to one another, to the Hutchinson community, and to the world.
Gathering MusicPeggy Stucky, pianist
*Gathering SongSing and Rejoice # 140 Welcome and Fellowship GreetingJordan Esau Announcements/Introductions Prelude Call to Worship(Psalms 86:1-5, 9-13)
Leader: Incline your ear, O Lord, and answer us, for we are poor
and needy. People: Preserve our lives, for we are devoted to you; save
your servants who trust in you. Leader: You are our God; be gracious to us, O Lord, for to you do
we cry all day long. People: Gladden the souls of your servants, for to you, O
Lord, we lift up our souls. Leader: For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in
steadfast love to all who call on you. People: All the nations you have made shall come and bow
down before you, O Lord, and shall glorify your name. Leader: For you are great and do wondrous things; you alone are
God. People: Teach us your way, O Lord, that we may walk in your
truth; give us an undivided heart to revere your name. Leader: We give thanks to you, O Lord our God, with our whole ,
hearts, and we will glorify your name forever. People: For great is your steadfast love toward us; you have
delivered our souls from the depths of Sheol.
Lighting of the Peace Candle
Silence Opening Prayer *Opening Hymn HWB # 8 Brethren, we have met to worship
Conversation with the children Jean Gaeddert
Scripture Reading Genesis 11:1-10 Matthew 10:24-39
Message Debbie Schmidt Finding the path to love--through division
Song of Response HWB # 542 Holy Spirit, gracious Guest Receiving the Offering Special Music Prayer of Dedication Stories of God's presence and prayer concerns
Prayer of God's people
The Lord's Prayer *Benediction *Sending SongSTJ #38 Beloved, God's chosen
*Postlude *Indicates those who are able are invited to stand.
Children, Youth, and Adults are invited to come to the Fellowship Hall following the Worship Service to share in a time of fellowship.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Coming up….
Today Debbie preaching
Special Music: Gardell & Peggy
06-23-08 FMC is serving lunch to Interfaith Housing Group
06-25-08 Newsletter day
06-26-08 Prayer Hour 10-11 a.m.
Ministry of Ch. Service 7:00 p.m.
06-27-08 WDC/SCC Annual Conference in Hesston Bontrager/Yoder family reunion
Fellowship Hall afternoon & evening
06-28-08 WDC /SCC Annual Conference in Hesston Bontrager/Yoder family reunion Fellowship Hall morning to mid-afternoon
06-29-08 Loretta Miller special music Congregational Meeting Peace & Justice Fundraiser Lunch
07-01-08 Miles back in office today
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Invitation to Prayer
Our inner world is a journey of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The atmosphere of our inner space reflect the characteristics of the seasons' outer space. These movements flow through us and around us, bringing transformation and growth. We invite you to share this journey with us
Thursday mornings, 10-11 a.m. Need childcare during Sunday School? Check with the Nursery Attendant(s) on duty each Sunday. Thanks!!
You Are Invited to FISH (FunIntergenerationSummerHospitality )
Events for ages 0-99
June August, Sunday mornings, 11:00 11:50 a.m.
June 22: Hymn sing
June 29: Musical gifts
Meet in the church basement. Watch for more details for July and August. Sponsored by the Ministry of Christian Education.
*************************************** Choral Concert at Hutchinson Correctional Facility
You are invited to attend the first choir performance of the men at the South Unit of HCF. The choir, under the direction
of Lyle Stutzman, will present a varied program of sacred music, folk songs, and spirituals onSaturday evening,
June 28, at 7:30 p.m.The chorus is comprised of HCF inmatesand volunteer singers from the surrounding area. This
concert is one of several educational and artistic components under the Prison Arts program sponsored by Offender/Victim Ministries. Please come and show your support for the Prison Arts Project. You must contact the OVM office (316-283-2038 or email:) to list only your name for admission purposesby Wednesday, June 25. Children under 18 are not permitted in the facility. HCF South Unit is located on G Ave. in Hutchinson across from
the main unit.
