Sr. Adult Ministry We had a wonderful time at our Keenage luncheon on Tuesday. We missed those who couldn’t make it. MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE EVENTS IN MAY… MAY 9TH - Our trip to Sylacauga (more infor-mation is coming) and MAY 24th- Biscuits Baseball Night Game-Time and price of ticket info later.

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Sisters In Service quarterly meeting is Sunday, May 5th following the

10:30 a.m. service. The next monthly meeting will be June 24th.

SERMON NOTES

“Palms Project a New Way of Winning” Matthew 21:7-9

Order of Worship Liturgical Color: Purple

Welcome and Announcements 8:15 John Bush

10:30 Carla McCune

Prelude Kathy Willis

*Hymn “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna“ 278

*Affirmation of Faith The Apostles’ Creed 881

“holy catholic church” (the church universal)

Gloria Patri 70

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. Time of Greeting “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.

Concerns of a Caring Fellowship 8:15 John Bush

10:30 Carla McCune

Prayer Rev. Matt Albritton

The Lord’s Prayer Rev. Matt Albritton

*Hymn “I Know Whom I Have Believed” 714

*Offertory Prayer Rev. Matt Albritton

Offertory “Chatter With the Angels” Handbells

*Doxology 95

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Him all creatures here

below; praise Him above ye heavenly hosts; praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost.

Amen.

Children’s Moment (4 yr. old—6th grade) Michelle Householder

Children’s Church Kim Cossey

Anthem “Ride on, King Jesus!” Chancel Choir

Scripture Reading 8:15 Larry Dozier

10:30 Celestra Rowell

Sermon Rev. John Ed Mathison

*Hymn “Rise Up, O Men of God” 576

Benediction Rev. Matt Albritton *Please stand as you are able.

Welcome

If you are worshipping with us for the first time, we are so glad you are

here! Please fill out the attendance booklet located on your pew. For more

information, please contact the church office at 567-7865 or check us

out on the web at www.wetumpkafirst.com.

RELAY FOR LIFE LUNCH & EASTER EGG HUNT TODAY! Remember to stay after late church for the Relay for Life Spaghetti Fundraiser

in the FLC, followed by the Easter egg hunt for kids ages up to 6th grade.

Deadline to order Easter lilies is TOMORROW, April 15th.

Lilies will once again adorn our Sanctuary on Easter Sunday, April 21st.

Use the bulletin insert to sponsor a plant as a memorial or in honor of

family or friends.

Holy Week is a very special time. Join us on Thursday, April 18 at 6 p.m. in the main sanctuary for a meaningful Tenebrae Service.

LAST CALL FOR PICTORIAL PICTURES!!! Barry Chrietzberg has graciously offered a make up date for pictorial pictures. Go to Chrietzberg Studio located at 502 W Bridge St, Wetumpka, on Thurs-

day, April 18 from 4 - 6 p.m. or call Barry at (334) 567-5381 to set up an appointment, but hurry!!!! Time is limited. We are excited to be one step closer

to our new pictorial. Remember, you do not have to be a member. We can't wait to see all the smiling faces!!!!!

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Our talented kids will be singing during the 10:30 worship service on Easter Sunday! We will also have a breakfast on Easter Sunday for all the confirmands and their families at 9:30 a.m. in Wesley Hall. Please RSVP to michelle@firstwetumpka.com by TOMORROW so we can plan how much food to have. We are so proud of them! Our VBS training for ALL volunteers is set for Tuesday, April 30 at 6 p.m. Join us for dinner and fellowship as we train to make this the BEST VBS ever! Please RSVP to Ms. Michelle for a headcount.

READ THE BIBLE THROUGH IN ONE YEAR

APRIL ☐ 16 Reflect on God as Love ☐ 17 Judges 13-15 Ps. 46 John 20 ☐ 18 Judges 16-18 Eccl. 8-1-9 John 21 ☐ 19 Judges 19-21 Ps. 47 Acts 1 ☐ 20 Ruth 1-2 Eccl. 8:10-17 Acts 2 ☐ 21 Ruth 3-4 Ps. 48 Acts 3 ☐ 22 1 Sam. 1-3 Eccl. 9:1-10 Acts 4

1136 STUDENT MINISTRY

Easter is almost here! To celebrate and grow more into Christ’s image this month, we are exploring a series called “Jesus Loves.” Come be reminded of how Jesus shows love to you personally, and how He also showed love to other groups in the Bible many looked down on. In fact, many still look down on these groups today His heart broke for! Through these insights we will learn how to step by step love others more in His likeness every day! Remember no youth hangout tonight, because we will use our time and talents this afternoon after the Relay for Life Spaghetti Fundraiser to show God's love to the families in the children's ministry! How? By helping with the Easter Egg Hunt! Come be part of the fun, and experience the joy that comes from helping others in Christ's name! See you there!

The Celebration continues... 200 YEARS of METHODISM

in the River Region!!!!

WELCOME REV. JOHN ED MATHISON!

NEXT SUNDAY….April 21—Rev. Walter Albritton

April 28—Bishop David Graves

We will enjoy a fellowship luncheon after the late worship on

April 28th! Bring your favorite dishes—meat and tea provided.

Service Helpers

Ushers 1st Sunday 8:15—Larry Dozier, Trip Weldon 10:30—Damon Patton, Bob Reneau, Tommy Head, Damon Abernethy, Marvin Salter Greeters 8:15—Asenath Coker, Julie Powell, Carol Turner 10:30—Celestra Rowell, Mardre Williams, Donna Hall Counters—Alice Scarborough, Charlotte Whetstone Elevator Operator—Marvin Salter Ushers 2nd Sunday 8:15—Lee Cash, Gary Barnes 10:30—Richard Knighton, J.D. Hobbie, Joe McDonald, Lee Macon Greeters 8:15—Sue Moody, Marilyn Dozier, Debbie Barnes 10:30—Jane Salter, Pat Hobbie, Cathy Gieseler Counters—Trip Weldon, Bob Reneau Elevator Operator—Damon Abernethy Ushers 3rd Sunday 8:15—Mark Matthews, Rick Tyler 10:30—Hughett Williams, Larry Hill, Felix Dudley, Cal Estabrook Greeters 8:15—Cindy Rouse, Bailey Turner, Carson Turner 10:30—Jonny McCune, Judy Bianchi, Carl Bledsoe, Sharon Bledsoe, Sandra Hill, Judy Dudley Counters—Judy Bianchi, Mardre Williams Elevator Operator—Shelton Prine Ushers 4th Sunday 8:15—John Bush, Jimmy Martin 10:30—Earl Gillian, Ed Johnson, Jerry Potts Greeters 8:15—Donna Matthews, Brysene Lee, Carol Bush 10:30—Sharon Potts, Nell Head Counters—Lee Macon, Marvin Salter Elevator Operator—Gloria Johnson Counters 5th Sunday—Jo Glenn, Mary Weldon Ushers/Greeters 5th Sunday—Youth Team Sound System Operator—Ben Williams Children’s Church—Kim Cossey Floater— Jane Salter Communion Stewards for 8:15 a.m. for May 2019 Rick Tyler, Mark Matthews, Alternate Communion Stewards for 10:30 a.m. for May 2019 Richard Knighton, Bob Reneau, Mabrey Whetstone

Prayer List

Please help us keep our prayer list up-to-date by notifying the church office to remove names from the list as appropriate.

Mary Ann Pickett, Robert Autrey, Vickie Hurst, Connie & Larry Mann, Rebecca Mobley, Sara & Harlice Kirby, Dianne Stone, Mary Alice Spears, Buddy Staley, Paul Schroeder, Helen Rittenour, Patti Caskey, John Mann, Ed Williams, Duane Jones, Kathy McFarland, Willard Brown, Billy Ray

Daniels, James Edwards, Donna Hall, Candy Glass’ mother, Elaine Freeman, Shelia Montiel, Jimmy Pinkerton, Linda Kay Ewing, Sam Webster, Susan Weatherford, Ed Johnson, Bill & Sonya Arnold, Shelia Adair,

Julianna Hawkins, Carey Hawkins.

“Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house.

Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the

floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room

enough to store it.” Malachi 3:10

Mission Statement

With a heart for Jesus Christ, First United Methodist Church of Wetumpka

comes together as a family of God. Our purpose is to welcome and win our

community to Jesus Christ. By encouraging spiritual growth, and fostering

Christian fellowship, we give glory and praise to our God.

Our Record of Faithfulness and Stewardship April 7, 2019

Offerings

General Fund $ 18,162.00

Loose Plate $ 198.00

Other $ 1,350.00

Total $ 19,710.00

Attendance Sunday School—118 Worship 8:15—46 10:30—146 Hispanic Worship—85

Sunday School Attendance Banner Eternal Hearts 120% Bruce Airey 79%

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Wetumpka, Alabama

April 14, 2019 Palm Sunday

Sixth Sunday in Lent

Worship 8:15 AM Sunday School 9:20 AM

Worship 10:30 AM

Serving Wednesday, April 17 Hamburger steak with mushroom gravy

Mashed potatoes Cucumber salad

Roll Strawberry shortcake