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Myers Park
United Methodist Church
Holy Church with People Building a New Chapel, Joel Kim, age 7
A Service of Christian Worship
August 22, 2021 8:30, 9:45 and 11:00 a.m.
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
WE GATHER
Opening Voluntary
How Lovely Are Thy Dwellings Samuel Liddle
How lovely are Thy dwellings, O Lord of Hosts!
My soul longeth yea, fainteth, for the courts of the Lord:
My heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.
Yea, the sparrow hath found her a house
and the swallow a nest, where she may lay her young,
Even thine alters, oh Lord of hosts, my King and my God.
O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer.
I would rather be a door keeper in the house of my God,
than to dwell in the tents of wickedness
For a day in Thy courts is better than a thousand.
Welcome
Chiming of the Trinity
Call to Worship Psalm 84
How good it is to be in the courts of our God!
Happy are those who live in God’s house!
Here we welcome both friend and stranger.
We are here, God is here with us.
God fills us with hope as we sing our praise!
Processional Hymn No. 545
The Church’s One Foundation AURELIA
The church's one foundation is Jesus Christ, her Lord;
she is his new creation by water and the Word:
from heav'n he came and sought her to be his holy bride;
with his own blood he bought her, and for her life he died.
Elect from ev'ry nation, yet one o'er all the earth,
her charter of salvation one Lord, one faith, one birth;
one holy name she blesses, partakes one holy food,
and to one hope she presses, with ev'ry grace endued.
Though with a scornful wonder, men see her sore oppressed,
by schisms rent asunder, by heresies distressed,
yet saints their watch are keeping, their cry goes up, "How long?"
And soon the night of weeping shall be the morn of song.
'Mid toil and tribulation, and tumult of her war,
she waits the consummation of peace forevermore;
till with the vision glorious her longing eyes are blest,
and the great church victorious shall be the church at rest.
Yet she on earth hath union with the God the Three in One,
and mystic sweet communion with those whose rest is won:
O happy ones and holy! Lord, give us grace that we,
like them, the meek and lowly, on high may dwell with thee.
The Creed No. 881 Apostles’ Creed 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 Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried.
The third day He rose from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and sitteth at 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 Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
WE HEAR AND RESPOND TO THE WORD
Hymn of Preparation No. 397 (vs. 1-2)
I Need Thee Every Hour NEED
I need thee every hour, most gracious Lord;
no tender voice like thine can peace afford.
{Refrain}
I need thee, O I need thee; every hour I need thee;
O bless me now, my Savior, I come to thee.
I need thee every hour; stay thou nearby;
temptations lose their power when thou art nigh.
{Refrain}
The Psalter Reading Psalm 84
Reader: This is the Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Gloria Patri No. 71 GREATOREX
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.
Choral Call to Prayer No. 394 (vs. 3-5)
I Need Thee Every Hour NEED
I need thee every hour, in joy or pain;
come quickly and abide, or life is vain.
{Refrain}
I need thee, O I need thee; every hour I need thee;
O bless me now, my Savior, I come to thee.
I need thee every hour; teach me thy will;
and thy rich promises in me fulfill.
{Refrain}
I need thee every hour, most holy One;
O make me thine indeed, thou blessed Son.
{Refrain}
Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer No. 895
Offertory
Psalm 84: Cantique de Jean Racine Fauré arr. Hopson O Lord of Hosts,
How lovely are thy dwellings,
My soul longs for thy courts,
My heart and flesh cry out;
O blest are they whose hope is forever in thee;
Who praise thy name,
Who sings their songs within the holy house.
O Lord, incline thine ear;
Look down, my spirit longs for thee.
A sun and shield is the Lord of Hosts.
O Lord of Hosts,
How lovely are they dwellings,
My soul longs for thy courts.
My heart and flesh cry out.
In thee I trust; look down and hear my prayer.
Doxology LASST UNS ERFREUEN Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below; Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Prayer of Dedication
WE GO OUT TO SERVE
Closing Hymn
How Lovely is Your Dwelling Place Paul Tate
The Congregation is invited to join on the refrain.
Refrain
How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord, my God!
How lovely is your dwelling place, O God!
My soul is thirsting for the Lord,
How it yearns for the courts of the Lord.
My heart and soul ring out for joy to God,
The living God.
Refrain
The sparrow finds herself a home
And the swallow a nest for her brood.
She lays her young by your altars,
Lord of hosts, my King and my God.
Refrain
One day, O Lord, within your courts
Is better than a thousand elsewhere.
The threshold of the house of God
I prefer to the house of the wicked.
Refrain
Benediction
Benediction Response
Lift High the Cross CRUCIFER
Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim
till all the world adore His sacred name.
Come, Christians, follow this triumphant sign.
The hosts of God in unity combine.
Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim
till all the world adore His sacred name.
Closing Voluntary Grand Choeur Theodore Dubois
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Stand as you are able
WORSHIP LEADERS
PREACHER
Dr. James C. Howell, Senior Pastor
LITURGISTS
Rev. Jessica Dayson, Pastor for Young Adults and Lay Involvement
Rev. Nathan Arledge, Pastor of Missions & Community Engagement
LAY READERS
Barry Guy (8:30)
Scott Willis (9:45)
Amanda Williams (11:00)
PRAYERS
Connor Yett (8:30)
Bailey Caudle (11:00)
MUSICIANS
Brian Childers, Director of Music for Children, Youth, and Handbells
Bibba Whitener, organ
Chancel Choir
Sue Bayne, piano
Amanda Williams, soprano
Kevin Proffitt, tenor
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER
Access Interpreting Services (9:45)
Welcome to
Myers Park United Methodist Church
Welcome! We are thankful you are here worshiping with us. We invite you to
register your attendance with us today: https://form.jotform.com/201695904497164
The Flowers on the Altar are given to the glory of God and in honor of Garrie
Brinkley on his 70th birthday by Janice McRorie.
Thank you for your ongoing offerings to our church Operating Fund. Your
generosity makes it possible for our church to provide opportunities for our
children and youth to grow their faith and love for God.
Transition Sunday: Today rising 6th graders will transition from Children’s
Ministries to Youth Ministries during the 8:45 Church In The Round service in
Jubilee Hall. Rising kindergarteners and their families will mark their entry into
elementary school during a special drop-in between 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on the
playground.
Donuts and Coffee: Join us outside after each worship service for complimentary
Krispy Kreme donuts, coffee, and juice boxes for kids (and non-coffee drinkers)!
We have missed you and hope this can be a time when we reconnect, meet new
people, and enjoy each other’s company.
Sunday Morning Child Care Available: Child care is available for children 8-
weeks-old through children who are not yet in kindergarten. No registration is
required. Children age 2 and older are required to wear a mask while in child care.
Questions? Email Lisa Ross-Smit, Child Care Coordinator, at [email protected].
Goodness Gracious is Open: Stop by our gift shop this morning between 9:00
a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Your purchases support numerous community partners
including Changed Choices, Circle De Luz, and the students and staff at Marie G.
Davis. The shop is also open 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday.
Coffee, Conversation, and Connection, August 24, 1:00 p.m., Zoom: Join Rev.
Bill Roth and Parish Nurse Lauren Smith for emotional support and care. We will
share, connect, and explore how we can increase our well-being and resilience.
Register with Carmen Rivera at [email protected]. You may also directly join
the Zoom meeting at your convenience.
Wednesday Bible Study, August 25, Live at 11:00 a.m. and viewable later: Join
Dr. Howell and Professor Beth Felker Jones as they discuss the character and
habits of Methodism in this second part of three-part series on Methodism. Watch
live on Facebook live or Livestream. Also available on YouTube.
Kickoff Sunday and Blessing of Our Students and Schools (B.O.S.S.), August
29: This is one of the biggest Sundays in the life of our church as children’s
Sunday School resumes, and all kindergarteners-12th graders will kick off the new
year at the Blessing of Our Students and Schools (B.O.S.S.) service in Jubilee Hall.
All elementary children will go to their new Sunday School classes at 9:45 a.m.
and then go to the service together with their class. Children and youth will
celebrate the new school year and pray over their teachers, schools, and fellow
students. All children and youth (K-12th grade) should bring their backpacks for a
special blessing during the service. Questions? Email Amy Jo Alspaugh at
How to Get Involved Information Table, August 29: Stop by our information
table to learn more about and sign up for upcoming virtual and in-person small
group opportunities, including clergy-led groups, Disciple Bible Study Fast Track,
and other lay-led groups, and to find opportunities for involvement in a variety of
ministry areas.
Youth Sunday Mornings: Starting Point, August 29, 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m.,
Jubilee Hall: Beginning today, all youth are invited to Starting Point, a new spin
on youth Sunday School, on Sunday mornings. Youth will gather for doughnuts
and coffee and then participate in exciting interactive stations and group
discussion.
Back-to-School Prayer Service, August 29, 5:30 p.m., Jubilee Hall: Everyone is
invited to join us for this special service as we pray for the new school year. For
more information, email [email protected].
Youth Back-to-School Bash: August 29, Middle School 2:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m., High
School 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Join us for a Back-to-School Bash at Frankie’s Fun
Park! Meet at the church at your grade’s designated time and ride with us, or you
can meet us there. We will enjoy outdoor games/rides and have pizza. Sign up
here.
Join the Youth Server Ministry: Children and youth in 5th-12th grades are
invited to train to serve as Bible Carriers, Acolytes and Crucifers during sanctuary
worship services. The training sessions are in the sanctuary on the following dates:
August 28, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., August 29, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., September
11, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., and September 26, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Attendance
at only training session is required, and at least one parent must accompany their
child to learn important information about scheduling and procedures. Interested in
learning more about this ministry? Email Bruce Lawrence at
[email protected] or Katharine Willis at [email protected].
Baptism Class, September 5, 10:00 a.m., Zoom: This class will deepen your
understanding of this Holy Sacrament and is an essential first step for those
preparing for baptism. Join us on Zoom. If you have questions about or want to
schedule a baptism, email Peg Broughton at [email protected].
Sip & Serve, September 8, 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Sugar Creek Brewing Company:
Myers Park UMC is dedicated to the city of Charlotte and to closing the gap
between what is and what can be. We believe that understanding the issues that
face our community is a critical step to engagement, but also that having a little fun
never hurt either! Join us at Sugar Creek Brewing Company to meet some of the
nonprofit leaders in our city tackling food insecurity, affordable housing, equity
and inclusion, and child advocacy. Email [email protected] for more
information.
Join the Children’s and Youth Choirs, Wednesdays and Sundays beginning
September 8 and 12: Come sing in the Alleluia Choir (grades K-1), Junior Choir
(grades 2-5) or Youth Choir (grades 6-12) and/or play handbells in Tinkerbells
(grades K-2), Junior Bells (grades 3-5) or Youth Bells (grades 6-12). For more
information, click here, visit the Music Ministry website, or email Director Brian
Childers at [email protected].
Plan to Join a Small Group, beginning September 9, both in-person and virtual
options: As we begin to resume “normalcy,” we are all eager to be together for
study. Book studies, bible studies and clergy-led discussion groups are forming.
Learn more and register at www.myersparkumc.org/small-groups.
New Adult Sunday School Class Begins, Sundays beginning September 12, 9:45
a.m., room 107: Fall is a great time to find an adult Sunday school class. A new
class will begin after Labor Day, and all ages and stages of life are welcome! If
you want more information about this or other established classes, email Rev.
Taylor Pryde Barefoot at [email protected].
Grief Support, September 13, 6:30 p.m., Zoom: Offered by Rev. Bill Roth and
Parish Nurse Lauren Smith, this is a safe place for people looking to share, learn,
and connect with others who are coping with loss. Register in Realm or with
Carmen Rivera at [email protected]. You may also directly join the Zoom
meeting at your convenience.
In-Person Study of the Old and New Testament, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.-8:00
p.m., beginning September 15: Disciple Fast Track is a 24-week overview of the
Bible in a small-group setting. This life-changing, community-forming ministry is
a beloved opportunity that we hope you will consider this fall. For more
information and to register, email David Dulin at [email protected].
Youth Small Groups Forming for 9th Graders: Rising 9th graders are invited to
join a high school small group, which will meet weekly in homes starting in late
September. Click here to apply.
Join Our Team Traveling to Faith Ministry, sign up by September 25: We are
excited to announce our long-awaited return to Reynosa, Mexico and our friends at
Faith Ministry October 24-30! Join us as we take a team of 15 to build a house for
a family who is dreaming of the safety and security of a home. The trip is open to
anyone over the age of 16 who has been vaccinated. We will lodge and take meals
at the Faith Ministry complex. Prepare for days of joyful labor, sweat equity,
meaningful worship, and connection. The cost of the trip is $600 plus airfare.
Email [email protected] if you have questions, or click here to sign up!
New Podcast Episode: Alaska Mission Trip Experience: Hear the
transformative experiences of our youth who traveled 4,302 miles this summer to
serve alongside faith-filled ministries and to see the beautiful glaciers of
Anchorage, Alaska! Beyond Baptism: Wisdom, Encouragement and Hope for
Parents, created by Children’s Ministries and Youth Ministries, is intended for
parents and adults invested in the young people of our church. Access all episodes
here. Subscribe, rate, and review today!
Missions’ August School Supply Drive, now through August 31: For the month
of August, Missions is collecting the following school supplies for our various
school partners: composition notebooks (please do not purchase spiral notebooks),
Ziploc bags (sizes: snack, sandwich and gallon), pencils, pencil sharpeners,
Kleenex boxes, Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer and compact umbrellas. We also need
uniforms of any size and color.
Missions is also collecting Weekend Food Bags. These bags should contain one
can of soup with a pull tab, a box of stovetop macaroni and cheese, a single packet
of Ramen noodles, one pack of cheese crackers, two packs of fruit snacks, two
packs of oatmeal, and one can of Vienna sausages with a pull tab.
Please drop off all items Monday-Thursday before noon to the Missions office. If
you have questions or concerns, email [email protected].
CHAMP: Youth Mentoring Program: High school students who would like to
be a mentor with our CHAMP tutoring program after school on Mondays at
Dilworth Latta School are asked to apply. Once you have completed your
application, someone from the Leadership team will be in contact. Returning
Mentors Apply Here. New Mentors Apply Here.
Loaves & Fishes Warehouse Volunteers, second Monday of the month, 1:00
p.m.-3:00 p.m.: Missions is offering an ongoing volunteer opportunity through our
local community partner Loaves & Fishes. Volunteers will package kits filled with
donated canned goods. Loaves & Fishes requires a minimum of 10 warehouse
volunteers, so please click here to sign up if you are interested in this service
opportunity!
Drivers Wanted! We need people willing and able to drive a church van on
Sunday mornings or at other times for many adult events. You must be under the
age of 70 with a clear driver’s record, enjoy driving, and have some flexible
availability. If this sounds like you, email Chris Mull at [email protected].
Travel with Dr. Howell to Israel, April 23-May 3, 2022: Spring is a beautiful
time of year to be in Israel! The cost, which includes flights, hotels, ground costs,
and most meals, will be about $4,395. We say “about” as we can only guess at
flights right now. Could be less! Probably not more. Click here to learn more about
the trip. We ask that those interested in traveling to Israel fill out an application.
You may fill it out online or click here to print it, complete it, and email it to Peg
Broughton at [email protected]. If you’re interested in or have questions about the
trip, please email James at [email protected].
Retirement Announcement: After 18 years of faithfully serving our congregation
as the Consultant for Spiritual Gifts and overseeing Wired 4 Ministry, Carol Tate is
retiring. Carol has helped many members of our congregation discern their gifts
and callings and how to use them for the Kingdom of God. We are deeply grateful
for Carol’s ministry and are fortunate that she will remain an active member in our
congregation.
Tying Up Loose Ends, Mondays, October 4-25, 6:30 p.m., Jubilee Hall: End-of-
life issues will be explored in this four-night series open to the congregation and
community. Contact Parish Nurse Lauren Smith at 704-295-4836 or
[email protected] for more information.
To stay connected, check out http://www.myersparkumc.org
for a complete list of events and opportunities.
Stephen Ministry congregations equip and empower lay caregivers to provide confidential,
Christ-centered care to people who are hurting. To learn more about this powerful ministry,
contact Rev. Bill Roth at 704-295-4835 or [email protected].
Dr. James C. Howell, Senior Pastor
[email protected] 704-376-8584
Rev. Nathan Arledge, Pastor of Missions & Community Engagement
[email protected] 704-295-4816
Rev. Taylor Pryde Barefoot, Pastor for Emerging Ministries
[email protected] 704-295-4803
Rev. Jessica Dayson, Pastor for Young Adults & Lay Involvement
[email protected] 704-295-4813
Dr. Uiyeon Kim, Pastor of Discipleship
[email protected] 704-295-4840
Rev. Bill Roth, Pastor of Congregational Care
[email protected] 704-295-4835
Rev. Nancy Watson, Executive Pastor
[email protected] 704-295-4823
TALK WITH A PASTOR
A pastor on staff stands ready to respond to your question or concern.
Those needing immediate pastoral help should call
704-376-8584 and follow the prompts to the pastor on call.
Myers Park United Methodist Church Mission Statement:
We are the body of Christ, growing in faith and serving others.
