February 18, 2018 First Sunday in Lent - Boy Scout Sunday

Sermon Series: Women of Faith

We invite you to stand as you are able

Chiming of the Hour (11:00a)

Welcome

Presentation of Colors (11:00a)

Pledge of Allegiance (11:00a)

Opening Voluntary What Wondrous Love is This (8:30a) Sanborn What Wondrous Love is This (11:00a) Larkin

Choral Introit (11:00a) Day by Day Leightenheimer

Hymn of Praise No. 696 America the Beautiful Ward

Lenten Wreath Reading Geryl Myers (8:30a) Brooks Calderone (11:00a)

Concerns of the Congregation

Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Anthem (11:00a) When I Survey the Wondrous Cross arr. Gilbert Martin

Chancel Choir When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died, My richest gain I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride.

Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast, save in the death of Christ, my God; All the vain things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to His blood.

See from His head, His hands, His feet, sorrow and love flow mingled down, Did e’er such love and sorrow meet, or thorns compose so rich a crown?

Were the whole realm of nature mine, that were a present far too small; Love so amazing, so divine, demands my soul, my life, my all.

We Worship with our Tithes and Offerings

Offertory Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley (8:30a) Larkin Andante (11:00a) Telemann

Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow. Praise him, all creatures here below. Praise him above, ye heavenly host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.

We Worship with the Children (Kid Kits in the bright green bags, provided for K-5th graders, are located at the back of the sanctuary. Following We Worship with the Children, K-3rd graders are invited to attend Children’s Worship on the ground floor Children’s Ministry area...just follow the Worship Leader.)

Recognition of Boy Scouts (11:00a)

Scripture Luke 8:1-3; 23:44-56; 24:1-11 NT Page 67; 89-90

Sermon Mary of Magdela—Witness to Resurrection Rev. Jamie Armstrong This month, we have been looking at the stories of women of faith – biblical stories from the Old and New Testaments, and stories of women of faith a little closer to our time. We looked at a poor widow, at the end of the line for herself and her son, who in spite of her poverty, steps out in faith and does a heroic thing caring for the prophet Elijah. We looked at the prophet Deborah and considered the role of strong women. And last week ,we looked at women connected to Paul’s ministry, particularly Priscilla, who along with her husband was a first century missionary and church planter. Today, in the last week of this series, we are going to look at women in the time of Jesus.

Jesus had a special interest in people that others seldom saw (particularly the religious leaders of his day). In the Middle Eastern culture of his day, women were rarely noticed. But there are a number of stories told about his encounters with women.

In John 4, the story is told of Jesus meeting a woman at a well in Samaria.

In John 8, Jesus sees a woman who has been caught in the act of adultery, about to be stoned to death.

In Luke 7, Jesus is having supper at the home of Simon the Pharisee, when a woman enters the room, not just any woman, but the town prostitute.

Of all the women Jesus encountered in his ministry, and there were a lot, there was a group of women who followed Jesus from town to town in the early days of his ministry. Three of them are mentioned by name, Mary of Magdala, who was set free from seven demons, Joanna, whose husband is a steward in Herod’s court, and Susanna. These are the same women Luke will tell us who knelt with Jesus’ mother at the foot of the cross, as Jesus hangs there, the life flowing from him. They follow Joseph of Arimathaea as he takes the body to an unused tomb and watch as the stone is set in front of the tomb.

Hymn of Response No. 359 (vs. 1, 2) Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed Hudson

Benediction and Blessing

Retiring of the Colors (11:00a)

Chiming of the Trinity (11:00a)

Postlude Jesus, Priceless Treasure Bach

Boy Scout Sunday Today, we welcome our Boy Scouts and their adult leaders as they present the United Methodist Men’s program (8:30a) in the fellowship hall, participate during the morning worship service (11:00a) and are recognized for their accomplishments and contributions to scouting in 2017. Troop 200 had 3 Scouts complete their Eagle Requirements in 2017 bringing the total number to 135.

Mark McLamb - July 10, 2017 Parents – Scott and Lauren McLamb Senior – Wesleyan Christian Academy Eagle Project – Building outside devotional area with fire pit Meadowview Presbyterian Church

Caleb Myers - August 14, 2017 Parents – Ted and Leigh Ann Myers Junior – Central Davidson High School Eagle Project – Landscaping around columbarium at Hedrick’s Grove Reformed Church

Adam Gregory – December 12, 2017 Parents – Scott and Lisa Gregory Junior – High Point Christian Academy Eagle Project - Added activity areas in outdoor playground area at American Children’s Home Day Care

Announcements Remember to visit our website www.fumclex.org to stay connected with our church calendar, ministries, activities and events.

Church-Wide Lenten Small Group Study and Sermon Series Creed: What Christians Believe and Why by Adam Hamilton is the basis for our Lenten study and sermon series exploring the Apostle’s Creed as a framework to talk about what we believe and why. Books are available from the church office for $12 each.

Small Group Meeting Schedule: Sunday Mornings February 18 - March 25 (9:45a-10:45a) Adult Sunday

School: Genesis/Spruill (1st Floor-Spruill classroom), Adult Fellowship, Agape, Koinonia, Faith & Friends (2nd Floor classrooms)

Sunday Evenings February 18 - March 25 (6:00p) Home of Wayne & Sandra Michael led by Pastor Jamie Tuesdays February 20 - March 27 (7:00p) Theology Pub at High Rock Outfitters led by Pastor Jamie

Sermon Series February 25 - April 1 (8:30a & 11:00a) Pastor Jamie will preach a sermon series for the season of Lent and Easter that parallel the lessons being learned through reading the book and small group discussion. CHILDREN’S MINISTRY - SEASON OF LENT LENTEN FAIR The Great Surprise—Jesus Is Alive Sunday, February 18

(9:45a) 2nd Floor Classrooms Sunday School CREED series & activities for children Children’s Worship (Sunday mornings) 40 Days and 40 Nights series &

activities Weekly Children’s Ministry (Wednesday evenings) Growing Into Lent EASTER CELEBRATION & EGG HUNT Palm Sunday, March 25 following the “Walk to the Square” - Pizza lunch provided

Wednesdays, February 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21 12:00p Lenten Worship Service First Evangelical Lutheran Church - Note the Location You are invited to bring a bag lunch • Drinks & Dessert provided

Church Bowling Night Friday, February 23 (5:30p-7:30p) YMCA Fundraiser event sponsored by the United Methodist Men; proceeds from the event benefit the missions and charitable support given by United Methodist Men.

Cost is $10.00 per family unit, which covers the use of the bowling lanes, ball and shoe rental for everyone in the family. The entire church congregation is invited to the event.

Uwharrie District Laity Conference Sunday, February 25 (2p-6p) Administrative Council and Committee Members are encouraged to pre-register and attend this event. Visit our website or contact the church office for more details.

COMMUNITY

February

Tuesday, February 20 (2:00p-6:30p) Fellowship Hall BE A SWEETHEART AND GIVE!

CALL OR EMAIL THE CHURCH OFFICE TO REGISTER. YOU MAY REGISTER THROUGH A LINK ON OUR WEBSITE.

United Methodist Women A Call to Prayer & Self Denial Breakfast Sunday, March 4 (8:30a) Fellowship Hall All women are invited to join us for a hearty breakfast (Cost: $5) and program entitled: Learning for a Lifetime and Developing Leaders. We will receive a love offering. You may register for the event at the Volunteer’s Desk. Please make plans to join us for this wonderful time together!

United Methodist Women Group 2 Mesh Wreath Fundraiser Sunday, March 4 (9:30a) Fellowship Hall EVERYONE is invited to drop by the fellowship hall before & after Sunday school and before & after the 11:00a worship service to place a silent “bid” on our handmade mesh wreaths. The wreaths are a beautiful addition to any home. We, the ladies of Group 2, made the wreaths with Spring on our minds on a cold Tuesday in February. Proceeds will benefit upcoming mission projects. Thank you for your support of our fundraiser.

Our Stewardship for God’s Work This stewardship report is given so you may follow our financial pro-gress throughout the year. Each Sunday, please re-view and thoughtfully pray over this report. Everyone is a part of God’s stewardship.

Report for Sunday, February 11, 2018: Early Worship: 29 Morning Worship: 153 Total: 182 Weekly Offerings: $11,706.73 Weekly Needed: $10,632.90 Total Received to Date: $39,371.06 Needed to Date: $63,797.40

If you do not have a STANDING RESERVATION and would like to join us, complete this form, tear it out of the bulletin and place it in the offering plate OR email dhuskins@firstumclex.org OR call the church office by 10:00a Monday morning to make your weekly reservation.

Mid-Week Family Fellowship WEEKLY MEAL RESERVATION Wednesday, February 21 - 6:00 p.m.

Menu: Meatloaf Program: The Bible in Black and White

Adult $6 each ~ Children $4 each OR Family Maximum: $20

Name: ____________________________________ Adults _____ Children _____

Complete - tear out of bulletin - drop in offering plate

WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, February 18 Boy Scout Sunday 8:30 a.m. United Methodist Men, Fellowship Hall 8:30 a.m. Early Worship Service, Sanctuary 9:45 a.m. Children’s Lenten Fair, 2nd Floor Classrooms 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. CREED Small Groups Adult Sunday School Classes (Adult Fellowship, Agape, Genesis/Spruill, Koinonia, Faith & Friends) 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service, Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. Teens of Life Youth Ministry, Underground Church, YMCA — 7:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. CREED Small Group, Home of Sandra & Wayne Michael 7:00 p.m. Finance, Parlor Monday, February 19 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts and Venturers, Youth/Scout House 7:00 p.m. Cub Scouts, 2nd Floor Classrooms Tuesday, February 20 5:45 p.m. Teens of Life Youth Ministry serves evening meal, Crisis Ministry —6:45 p.m. 7:00 p.m. CREED Small Group, Theology Pub, High Rock Outfitters Wednesday, February 21 7:45 a.m. Prayer Breakfast, Cagney’s 12:00 p.m. Community Lenten Service, First Evangelical Lutheran Church 6:00 p.m. Mid-Week Family Fellowship, Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. Chancel Bells Rehearsal, Bell Room 6:30 p.m. Children’s Ministry, Children’s Ministry Area, Ground Floor 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room Thursday, February 22 7:45 a.m. Men’s Devotion & Fellowship, Biscuit King on S. Main Street Friday, February 23 Saturday, February 24 Sunday, February 25 8:30 a.m. Early Worship Service, Fellowship Hall 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. CREED Small Groups Adult Sunday School Classes (Adult Fellowship, Agape, Genesis/Spruill, Koinonia, Faith & Friends) 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service, Sanctuary 2:00 p.m. Uwharrie District Laity Conference (Workshops, Resources, and Hands-On Mission Projects) 5:00 p.m. CREED Small Group, Teens of Life Youth Ministry, Youth/Scout House 6:00 p.m. CREED Small Group, Home of Sandra & Wayne Michael

First United Methodist Church 310 South Main Street - Lexington, NC - 27292 Office phone: 248-2886 Website: www.fumclex.org

Rev. Jamie Armstrong, Senior Minister jarmstrong1@wnccumc.net

Rev. Doug Rowe, Minister of Congregational Care & Adult Ministries drowe003@triad.rr.com

Lee Mabe, Director of Music and Youth Ministries maestromabe@gmail.com

Phyllis Jones, Organist phyllis.smith@yadkin.k12.nc.us

Amanda Bostick, Children’s Ministries Coordinator aebostick@gmail.com

Kimberly Leonard, Toddler Nursery

Alma Carlton, Financial Secretary acarlton@firstumclex.org

Donna Huskins, Administrative Assistant dhuskins@firstumclex.org

Today’s Greeters: Betty and Mike Frick Mary Louise and Maywood Wilkerson Chief Ushers: Richard Foust, Jimmy Everhart Captain: Robert Phelps Co-Captain: Woody Smith Doug Clayton, Ron Coleman, Jim Horn, John McWhorter, Wil Milleson, Charles Noe and Phil Torchio. Security: Varner Sink

PLEASE CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE TO ADD OR REMOVE A NAME FROM THE PRAYER LIST.

Prayer Requests Rev. Jamie Armstrong Gail Biesecker Doug Clayton Debra Craver June Craver John & Judy Hench Earl Hester Miheepa Jones John Scarff Donna Smith Paul Smith Dare Wilson

Shut-Ins Dot Kinsey Caroline McCree Evelyn Sink

Piedmont Crossing Health Care Margaret McCrary Carver Barbara Proctor Margaret Ragan Residents Jo Doris Beck Herman & Naoma Crabtree Richard & Camille Lawrence Madeline Palmer Jim Ragan Nancy Wilkinson

Alston-Brook Isabelle Trimpey

Bethany Woods (Albemarle) Alvin Pope

Brookdale Opal Bloome Betty Darr

Brookstone Albert Gobble

Genesis House (Salisbury) Julee Smith

Lexington Health Care Hilda Brower Susan Terry Jones

Rolling Green Village (Greenville, SC) Peggy Trollinger

Spring Arbor (Albemarle) Bonnie Cates

Wood Haven (Albemarle) Louise Pope

Extended Family & Friends Dermont Morris Rev. Kelley Groce Arlena Edwards Sandy Balser Ruth Carlton Mike Daniel Patricia Addair Craig Thompson Lynn Mack & family Jennifer Bagby Rev. Elizabeth Graves Helen Hall Katrina Hunt Bailey Christensen Rev. Russell Brownworth Maretha Melton Gary Leonard Lillian Shearin Tami Robinson Kelli Jones Tom Sigmon Chris Hunt Spencer Davis Faye Graham Gracie Joy Hedrick Kendall Conner David Ogle Tempie Almstead Kelly Michael Kristin Harris

Claire Dowling Ann Schaefer David Stafford Cliff Lopp, Jr. Cameron & Pete Dunlap Linda & Tom Dunlap Carol & Steve Harris Peggy Sisk Anna Smathers Pat Wilson Jack Smith Gene Oldham Nakajah Vaughan Brenda Hipp Jane King Breanna Wilson Ethan Reavis Jason & Stacy Heitman Jenny Rains Jimmy Davis Bentley Leonard John Bruce Davis Eric Leonard Robert, Doris, & Keith Hunt Martha Daniel Debra Ann Leonard Betty Jean Whitaker Len & Dottie Harris Jack & Susan Phillips Jordan Beswick Susan Fritts Regina Chrest Bruce Thornton

Serving in the Armed Forces

SGT John Hall

Capt. Jarrad Thorley SMS Jason Brownworth

SGT Alan Ingram