THE ORDER OF WORSHIP

The Second Sunday of Advent December 8, 2013 Welcome to Trinity. We are so glad

you are here to worship today. Let us prepare our hearts for worship.

To assist you in standing and sitting during worship, please watch those in the chancel area.

PRELUDE Swiss Noel, with Variations Louis Daquin

(We observe silence during the prelude to allow ourselves and others time

to prayerfully prepare for worship)

CHIMING OF THE HOUR WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS INVOCATION:

LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE 8:30 Martie & Bruce Campbell 11:00 Emily & George Sharp

CHORAL INTROIT O Come, O Come, Emmanuel VENII EMMANUEL

Chancel Choir

OPENING HYMN NO. 234 ADESTE FIDELES

O Come, All Ye Faithful

*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: 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 NO. 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. SPECIAL MUSIC Arr. Linda Lamb

Bell Peal on “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Away in a Manger Arr. Kevin McChesney

Go Tell It on the Mountain Handbell Choir

PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.

Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into

temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the

power, and the glory, forever, Amen.

Scriptures: (NIV Version) Matthew 3:1-12 In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea 2 and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” 3 This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah:

4 John’s clothes were made of camel’s hair, and he had a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey. 5 People went out to him from Jerusalem and all Judea and the whole region of the Jordan. 6 Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River.7 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to where he was baptizing, he said to them: “You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the coming wrath? 8 Produce fruit in keeping with repentance. 9 And do not think you can say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham. 10 The ax is al-ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.11 “I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 12 His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor, gathering his wheat into the barn and burn-ing up the chaff with unquenchable fire.”

“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

SPECIAL MUSIC Breadth of Heaven (Mary’s song) Amy Grant

Lee Bouton, soloist

OFFERTORY Christmas Procession Larry MacTaggart

The Gift of Christmas James Swearingen

Trinity Orchestra

*DOXOLOGY: Praise God, from whom all blessings flow. Praise God, all creatures here

below. Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise

Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia!

Alleluia! Alleluia!

SPECIAL MUSIC Joseph’s Song Michael Card

Edmond Daniel, soloist *READING OF THE WORD Matthew 3:1-12

Reader: This is the Word of God

For the people of God.

People: Thanks be to God.

SERMON I Know I Can, But………….. Rev. Michael Ritter

*HYMN NO. 240 Hark! the Herald Angels Sing MENDELSSOHN *BENEDICTION *BENEDICTION RESPONSE NO. 431 WORLD PEACE

Let There Be Peace on Earth Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me; let there be peace on earth, the

peace that was meant to be. With God our creator, children all are we. Let us walk with each other in perfect harmony. Let peace begin with me; let this be the moment now. With

every step I take, let this be my solemn vow: to take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally.

Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me.

*CHIMING OF THE TRINITY *POSTLUDE Jean-Francois Dandriue

Born a Savior Jesus Christ Where indicated (*), please stand in praise of God, if you are able.

If you are unable to stand with ease, please feel comfortable remaining seated. Thank you for worshipping with Trinity United Methodist today.

Prayers and Concerns: Condolences to the family and friends of Susan Graham, a former member of Trinity in her recent death.. For those recovering/ill at home: Van Crutchfield Sandra Davis Lil

& Ben Fornonzini Carol Laird Trish Lucas Bill & Nancy Rautner Sam Smith Betty Stewart Marion & Jo Teeguarden Shirley & Charlie Wiant Pray for our military and their families to keep them safe. The pastor and the congregation will be in prayer this week for the following families. The families that

have been selected for the week of November 10th are: Ruth & Jack Boward Gerry & Doug Ferguson

Faye & Jack Formy-Duval Holly & Frank Fussell Bobby Lewis

The flowers placed on the altar today are to the glory of God by Lucy & Steve Huggins, in honor of their son Will,

celebrating his 30th birthday today.

Attendance for Sunday, December 1st, 2013: 267

8:30: 95 11:00: 172 Sunday School: 38

Our Gifts: Weekly offering Needed budget amount per week: $ 8,496

Received 12/1/13: $ 9,903 Year to date— 12/1/13

Received thru 12/1/13 $389,885 Expenditures thru 12/1/13 $387,654

Building Fund

Our loan has been paid in full Amount owned as of November 15- $49,081.63

Amount paid in December: full amount of loan plus interest

Amount left in account for future projects: $2,000 plus

Next Loose change Sunday is January 19, 2014

In celebration of the payoff, no loose change collection in December. Keep saving the change for our next project!

* We will have a special “burning of the note ceremony” on January 5th, more details

to come!

Welcome to Trinity United Methodist Church!

To assist you in your worship experience:

* Please silence all mobile devices prior to entering the

Sanctuary for Worship Services. Thank you.

* Hearing Impaired Receivers are available in the Narthex

for your use during Worship Services. Please speak to

an usher for assistance in getting one for your use.

* Children’s Bulletins are available from the ushers

for children ages 3-6 years and ages 7-12 years.

(Please feel free to take the bulletin, but please leave the packets)

* A crib nursery and a toddler’s nursery are provided during

our Worship Services. Please speak to an usher for

directions to the nursery. (Quiet call pagers are available)

* Video or audio tapes of our Worship Services are available

at a minimal cost. Please contact the church office for

more information at 272-5236. (Forms in Narthex area or call the office)

Trinity United Methodist Church is open to all persons seeking to

follow Jesus Christ. If you are interested in more information about

the church or in becoming a part of this church, please indicate this

on the Friendship Pad or call the pastor at 272-5236.

Volunteers this week

Altar Preparation: Lucy Huggins Acolytes: Isabella Stewart Jacob Slapnik

Greeters: Bobbie Johnson Carolyn Beach

Audio/Video Technician: Herman Holmes Ushers: Barbara Irvin, Capt. Scott Keziah, Capt.

Lucy Huggins Janice Givens Kenneth McIver Margaret Philemon

Jeanne Reeder Margaret Payne Deborah Rhyne/Bob Hall

Orchestra: Bill Blackburn, Director; Cello: Albert Evans, Patrick O’Neil; Clarinet: Kenneth McIver; Contra Bass:

Melody Evans; Flutes: Sue Blackburn, Elizabeth Cheezem; Baritone: Samantha Slapnik; Piano: Sarabeth Richardson

Trombone: Dirk Tysinger; Violin: Carolyn Brittain, Karsyn Rape; Trumpets: Marty Slapnik, Jr., Chick Marker;

Percussion: Shaun Brown; Tympani: Jantz DeAngelo; Viola: David Taylor

Trinity Staff

Administrative Assistant: Sandra Sands Custodian: Edward Klein

Director of Christian Education: Elizabeth Cheezem Directors of Music: Albert & Melody Evans

Handbell Director: Bill Blackburn

Ministers: The Congregation Nursery Workers: Lori Goulet, Melissa Hughes, Jan Mose-

ley

Meetings This Week Today : Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 & 11 am Sunday School: 9:45 - 10:45 am Chancel Choir: 10:15 am OPEN HOUSE AT PARSONAGE: 2– 4 pm (see insert) MCF & MYF Meeting: 4:00 pm (meet at parsonage, see insert) ANGEL TREE

Monday: Poinsettias Orders Must be in TODAY Weight Watchers: 9:30—11 am (Fellowship Hall) Hope Circle Meeting: 1130 am (home of Julia Rives) Girl Scouts: 6-8 pm (A. G. Greene Bldg.) FESTIVE BRASS CONCERT: 7 PM (Sanctuary) Tuesday: Trinity Crafters Candy Making: 9-2 (Fellowship Hall) AA Meeting: 12 noon (A. G. Greene Bldg.) Trustees Meeting: 5:30 pm (A. G. Greene Bldg.) Dot Jordan Circle: 5:30 pm (Grill House, NMB) SPRC Meeting: 6 pm (Library) Wednesday: Trinity Crafters: 9:30 - 11:30 am (A. G. Greene) Masters Meal: 11:30—12:30 (Fellowship Hall) Bell Choir: 4:30 pm Wednesday Night Dinner & fellowship: 6 pm (Fellowship Hall) Chancel Choir: 7:15 pm Thursday: AA Meeting: 12 noon (A. G. Greene Bldg.) PEP CLUB: 12 noon (see insert)

Friday: NEWSLETTER ARTICLES DEADLINE Alanon Meeting: 12 noon (A. G. Greene Bldg.) AA Meeting: 8 pm (AG Greene) Looking Ahead: Sunday, December 15th Trinity Methodist Men’s Breakfast Meeting: (9:30 am in Fellowship Hall, all men are welcome) CHRISTMAS CANTATA: BOTH SERVICES CRAFTERS BAKE SALE Blood Pressure Checks: between services in lobby

Trinity United Methodist Church

706 14th Avenue South North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29582

Phone: 843-272-5236 Fax: 843-272-0926

Email: trinity@trinitynmb.com Web:www.trinitynmb.com December 8, 2013 The Second Sunday of Advent

For first time visitors and those who have not received one of our gift bags, we have one for you. They will be distributed at the beginning

of the service.

+ Please be sure to fill out the attendance pad located in the church pews and pass them down the pew to the next person.

Our Mission Statement

With open hearts, open minds, and open doors, our church family strives to keep

Christ at the center of all we do: seeking those without Christ, strengthening

those in Christ and serving the world around us in love for Christ. SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES 9:45 - 10:45 A.M. Children/Youth:Nursery (ages 0-4) A.G. Greene

K-5 A. G. Greene

Adults: A.G. Greene Agape Class: A.G. Greene

Middle School Class:4th—7th grade: The Literacy Room

High School Class: Youth Room Ed. Bldg.

Young and Young at Heart Class: 2nd Floor, Ed. Bldg.

Sunday School in Choir: 10 am in choir room

The Examiners Class: UMW Room, Ed. Bldg.

FESTIVE BRASS IS COMING TO TRINITY MONDAY NIGHT Please join us at 7 p.m. for an evening of sacred and secular selections that will fill your

heart and prepare you for the Christmas Season.

TRINITY CRAFTERS BAKE SALE SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15TH

LOOK FOR HOME-MADE GOODIES FOR CHRISTMAS MADE BY

OUR OWN LADIES NEXT SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15TH!