Fourth Sunday

after the

Epiphany

February 2, 2020

Words of Welcome Rev. Jim Humphries (8:00 and 9:30)

Rev. Alexis Coleman (11:00)

Opening Voluntary

Danse, from “Trilogie for Organ Four Hands” Denis Bédard

Trey Williams and Ryan Singleton, organ

Opening Hymn, No. 131 We Gather Together kremser

words: Nederlandtsch Gedenckclanck, 1626; trans. by Theodore Baker, 1894

music: 16th cent. Dutch melody; arr. by Edward Kremser, 1877

All who are able, please stand.

DAVIDSON

UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH

WE WILL BE THE BODY

OF CHRIST IN OUR

COMMUNITY THROUGH

WORSHIP EDUCATION

FELLOWSHIP

SERVICE

Prayer of Confession

Merciful God, your Son blessed the meek of the earth. Yet we confess our rejection of

meekness. We have reacted with anger, accused with bitterness, and insisted on our own

way. Forgive us, we pray. Help us renounce the way of wrath, so that we will, in all

things, respond with kindness and love; through Christ our Lord, we pray. Amen.

Song of Forgiveness

O Lord Have Mercy Allen Pote

Words of Assurance

Pastor: Hear the good news: Christ died for us while we were yet sinners; that proves

God’s love toward us. In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven.

People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven.

All: Glory to God. Amen.

Psalm 63

My Soul Is Thirsting Rawn Harbor

Refrain: All

Choir: O God, you are my God, whom I seek; for you my flesh pines and my soul thirsts like

the earth, parched, lifeless and without water. Refrain: All

Choir: Thus have I gazed toward you in the sanctuary to see your power and your glory,

for your kindness is a greater good than life; my lips shall glorify you. Refrain: All

Choir: Thus will I bless you while I live; lifting up my hands, I will call upon your name.

As with the riches of a banquet shall my soul be satisfied, and with exultant lips my

mouth shall praise you. Refrain: All

Choir: You are my help, and in the shadow of your wings I shout for joy. My soul clings fast

to you; your right hand upholds me. Refrain: All

New Testament Reading Colossians 3:1-14

So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated

at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on

earth, for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your

life is revealed, then you also will be revealed with him in glory.

Put to death, therefore, whatever in you is earthly: fornication, impurity, passion, evil desire,

and greed (which is idolatry). On account of these the wrath of God is coming on those who

are disobedient. These are the ways you also once followed, when you were living that life.

But now you must get rid of all such things–anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive language

from your mouth. Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have stripped off the old self with

its practices and have clothed yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in

knowledge according to the image of its creator. In that renewal there is no longer Greek and

Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and free; but Christ is all and

in all!

As God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness,

humility, meekness, and patience. Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint

against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.

Lector: This is the Word of God for the people of God.

People: Thanks be to God!

Sermon Rev. Shane Page

Blessed Are the Meek and Discontented

Affirmation of Faith, No. 881 The 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.

Gloria Patri meineke

words : Lesser Doxology, 3rd - 4th cent. music: Charles Meineke, 1844

Prayers of the People All those who feel led may join the pastor at the altar for prayer.

The pastor will end each petition with: Lord, in your mercy,

to which the congregation responds: Hear our prayer.

The Offering of our Gifts

You may also give by texting 704-457-5083 with the amount you would like to contribute

to the General Fund or give online at www.davidsonumc.org/finances.

Offertory Amazing Grace David Ashley White

The Matins Choir (8:00)

Emily Guerry, oboe

Grace Mark Hayes

The Chancel Choir (9:30 and 11:00)

Angela Watson, violin

Doxology

words and music: Abingdon Press

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The Sacrament of Holy Communion

The Great Thanksgiving, The Hymnal, pages 15 and 16

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them up to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

It is right to give our thanks and praise.

…And so, with your people on earth and all the company of heaven we praise your name

and join their unending hymn:

Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

heaven and earth are full of your glory.

Hosanna in the highest.

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.

Hosanna in the highest.

…And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in

praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with Christ's offering for us,

as we proclaim the mystery of faith. Christ has died; Christ is risen; Christ will come again.

…All honor and glory is yours, almighty Father, now and forever. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer, No. 895 Communion Music Appalachian Waltz Mark O’Connor

Angela Watson, violin (9:30 and 11:00)

Rêverie, from “Trilogie for Organ Four Hands” Denis Bédard

Trey Williams and Ryan Singleton, organ

Prayer of Thanksgiving Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery

in which you have given yourself to us.

Grant that we may go into the world

in the strength of your Spirit,

to give ourselves for others,

in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Closing Hymn

Have Thine Own Way, Lord adelaide

words: Adelaide A. Pollard, 1902 music: George C. Stebbins, 1907

Our Mission We will be the Body of Christ in our community through worship, education, fellowship, and service .

Benediction and Response

Closing Voluntary Cortège, from “Trilogie for Organ Four Hands” Denis Bédard

Trey Williams and Ryan Singleton, organ

Welcome!

Davidson United Methodist Church gathers to worship the living God and to share mercy,

encouragement, challenge, and hope. Guests are encouraged to stop by the Welcome Center,

located behind the Sanctuary, to receive a gift and information about DUMC.

Please sign the fellowship register on the end of the pew and pass it to your neighbor.

All children are welcomed to join their families in worship. If needed, childcare is provided for

infants through age 4 on the childcare hall. Childcare workers are background checked and

CPR/First Aid certified. If your child needs you while in childcare, you will receive a text.

Children’s bulletins and fidgets are available in the Gathering Space. Please see an usher for

assistance with any of these items. Devices for the hearing impaired are available from the

sound technician. Larger print hymnals are available by the Sanctuary entrance.

Welcome Davidson College Students!

Davidson Wesley Campus Ministry is the United Methodist campus ministry at Davidson College

and is supported by Davidson United Methodist Church. Join us for fellowship, snacks, worship,

and discussion on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Eu Hall - first floor.

Missional Prayer Focus

The Missional Prayer Focus for this week is The Mooresville Lake Norman Area Christian Mission.

This mission is a catalyst which engages the community to recognize and remove barriers and challenge

the way society views poverty. Through collaboration with the community, the Mission provides services

to individuals and families to alleviate suffering and become self-sufficient. Learn more about this

DUMC partner in missions and how you can help at: www.mooresvillelakenormanchristianmission.org.

Flowers are placed in the Sanctuary today to the glory of God

by Lauren Billings in loving memory of her brother, Robert Wylie.

Those Serving Today

Lectors: Bob McIntosh, Beckie McCall, Laurann Patterson

Communion Servers: 8:00 Debbie Kolarik, Judy Schuh

9:30 Joanna Wright, Maurice & Mary Langhorne, Melanie Chrencik,

Jason Owensby, Mary D.G. Barker, Libby Simonini, Jenny Brewton

11:00 Haley Jobe, Charlotte Thomas, Ann Russ, Cindy Turner,

Frank & Celia Porter, Grey Shutt, Deanna Wilson

Pastoral Care Note

A DUMC pastor remains on call after hours to be of assistance during emergency situations

(death, sudden hospitalizations, etc.). Please call 704-770-1264 (or the Church Office - 704-892-8277 -

which provides this number as well) and a pastor will respond as soon as possible.

You may arrange pastoral care for all non-emergency events, such as a scheduled surgery

or hospitalization, by contacting the Church Office (704-892-8277).

Livestream Note

This worship service may be recorded and shared via the Internet on our church website

(www.davidsonumc.org) and Facebook page (www.facebook.com/DavidsonUMC).

Audio or video of any congregant may appear in the webcast.

United Methodist Women (UMW) Opportunities

UMW Pecans Have New Prices! One pound bags of halves or pieces are now one for $12 or two for $20.

Purchase them in the Church Office (cash/check) during the weekday office hours.

The Founders Circle will meet on Tuesday, February 4 at 11:00 a.m. in Room 216/218. Bring one

photo showing something important in your life, one baby/child photo for a guessing game and a bag lunch.

Contact Donna Clark (donnaclark930@msn.com) for more information.

The Mizpah Circle will meet on Thursday, February 6 at 10:30 a.m. in Room 222. Walt Hazelrigg will

present a program on his work with prison ministry. Contact Kathy Feezor (feezfam6879@bellsouth.net)

for more information.

The Abundant Life Circle will meet on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 216/218. Contact

Mary Crowder-Paden (mtcrowder@earthlink.net) for more information.

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Opportunities

MAD Collection The Make-A-Difference collection for February is for Mooresville Christian Mission.

Place your donations of boxed plain pasta, instant potatoes, mac & cheese, and cereal in the marked bins in

the Gathering Space and in the Church Office.

FX: A Family Experience for children in kindergarten - grade 5 and parents will meet today at 11:00 a.m.

in the Fellowship Hall with a free lunch. Childcare is available for children age 4 and under.

Sanctuary Flowers Sign up today at the Connect Center to place flowers in the Sanctuary in 2020. You

may also contact Jonna Eichorn (jeichorn@davidsonumc.org or 704- 892-8277) to reserve a date.

LGBT+ Affirmation Group for Families meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Room

220. For more information contact Beckie McCall (704-491-4353).

2020-21 Weekday Preschool Registration Register for the lottery through February 7 online and in the

Preschool Office - Room 119 - until 12:30 p.m. during the school week. Preschool tour will be on Tuesday,

February 4. See more information at www.davidsonumc.org/weekdaypreschool.

Serenity House of Mooresville, 110 Centre Church Road, invites anyone who is interested in becoming

a volunteer to attend their Bed, Bath, and Beyond/Heart and Soul Workshop on Saturday, February 8, 10:00

a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch is included. RSVP at 704-664-2004 or mooresville@carolinacomfortcoalition.org.

SEPTURA, a London Brass Ensemble Septet, will perform on Saturday, February 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the

Sanctuary. Septura brings together London's leading players to redefine brass chamber music through the

uniquely expressive sound of the brass septet. A love offering will be collected.

Connect Through Worship This focused version of the Connect Café will be Sunday, February 9,

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Come, learn about our Worship and Music opportunities for

ages birth and up. Questions? Contact Charlotte Thomas (cthomas@davidsonumc.org or 704-892-8277).

Share the Love of Christ! DUMC families are teaming up with All-In Guatemala! to fill goodie bags for

children. Place one each of these items in a gallon sized zip lock bag and bring to DUMC on February 9, 16,

or 23: pencil/pen, crayons/colored pencils/markers, toothbrush, a small toy, sugarless gum, a brief note in

English or Spanish, and $1 for packaging. Collection bins will be in G1, Room 208, and the Church Office.

Hungry For Love Documentary will be shown on Thursday, February 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship

Hall. The documentary explains the homeless situation in Charlotte and surrounding areas and was produced

by Watchmen of the Streets. An introduction and a question/answer time will be led by Chris Boutin

(cjboutin71@aol.com) and Heath Burchett, the film’s producer. Pizza and lemonade will be provided.

CPR Certification/First Aid Training is Thursday, February 13, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. in Room 216/218,

using the American Heart Association standards. Register and reserve childcare in the Gathering Space or

with Charlotte Thomas (cthomas@davidsonumc.org). Class only: $40.00; class & certification card: $60.00.

Membership Class Join our pastors on Sunday, February 23 at 12:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for

lunch, fellowship, and a church tour. After a light meal, each pastor will share their area of ministry.

Request childcare and make your meal reservations at davidsonumc.org under Registrations.

Lead Coordinator for Room In The Inn (RITI) Doug and Judy Martin are retiring as Lead

Coordinators at the end of this season and would like to begin training a new coordinator (s) this winter.

Contact Rev. Alexis Coleman (acoleman@davidsonumc.org) to learn about this opportunity.

Opportunities at DAVIDSONUMC.ORG under Registrations:

Scout Sunday on February 9

Scout Religious Award Classes for February and March

Mission Impact Days (MIDs) for week of February 17

Retreat for Married People on March 13 - 15 at the Montreat Conference Center

Davidson United Methodist Church Rev. Shane Page • Senior Pastor

Rev. Kevin Turner, Rev. Alexis Coleman, Rev. Jim Humphries • Associate Pastors Post Office Box 718 • 233 South Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036 • 704-892-8277 • www.davidsonumc.org

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