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OAK CREEK COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
8:00 & 10:45 a.m.3rd Sunday after Epiphany, Leadership Sunday January 25, 2015
*You are welcome to stand as you are able. Congregational parts in bold.
PRELUDE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Pastor Wendee Nitz
(Please take a moment to register your presence on the Fellowship Pad and include each person
attending with you and all contact information. If you are visiting us this morning, welcome! We
encourage you to pick up a visitor bag on the bench by the front door as you leave. Prayer cards are
in the chair racks in the Sanctuary. Place the cards in the offering plate later in the service.)
TIME OF CENTERING
Please ponder this quote in your meditations as you prepare and center yourself for worship
“Afoot and light-hearted I take to the open road/Healthy, free, the world before me/The long
brown path before me leading wherever I choose/Henceforth I ask not good-fortune, I myself
am good fortune” By Walt Whitman
*OPENING PRAYER We await your message, God of all places and times. Sometimes
we do not like what we hear, but we know we need to listen. Your message is inclusive
and fair, while we like to make distinctions that favor us and our friends. You call us
out of our comfort zones to do new things and try better ways. You direct us to reach
out to people with whom we seem to have little in common. Speak your truth to us in
this service so we can carry it to the places where you call us to go, to the people you are
eager to reach. Amen.
CHILDREN’S TIME 10:45
L: And Jesus said . . .
All: Let the Children come!
RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING 2014 LEADERS
(see insert)
INSTALLATION OF 2015 LEADERS
(see insert)
ANTHEM
Bell Choir
Altar Choir
8:00
10:45
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
SONG FROM THE PSALMS
Psalm 62: 5-12
THE TRIUNE BELLS We use a three-bell chime to remind us of the Triune God now
present in our worship -- God the Creator/Father, God the Christ/Son, and God the Holy
Spirit.
CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURE
INTROIT
GOSPEL READING
Mark 1: 14-20
L: The Word of God for the people of God.
P: Thanks be to God.
Bell Choir
*CALL TO WORSHIP
8:00 Terese Z 10:45 Linda B
L: In the deep of winter, we gather with you O God.
P: Thank you for the warmth of your love.
L: Today, we hear how the power of God’s Spirit welcomes all.
P: May we listen attentively, openly, and without reservations.
L: Today, we tell again how Jesus calls us to follow him.
P: May we soak in God’s message of hope, love, and grace.
*OPENING SONG
God of Love and God of Power
UMH 578
The United Methodist Hymnal – Red Hymnal (UMH)
MESSAGE
SONG OF PRAYER
1 Corinthians 7: 29-31
UMH 787
page 160
New Testament/Pew Bible
page 33
New Testament/Pew Bible
Sharing Our Ministry Together
The Summons
FWS 2130
SILENT PRAYERS and PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
THE 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 sins*, as we forgive those who sin 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.
(*may also say trespasses or debts)
SHARING OUR GIFTS
*SONG OF PRAISE (sung)
UMH 94
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!
*WE SAY THANK YOU TOGETHER Thank you, God, for the many blessings you
share with us every day. We bring small tokens of ourselves for you to bless this day.
May our offerings find their way into our world so that they enrich, enliven, and
empower people through your love. Amen.
*CLOSING SONG
Forth in Thy Name, O Lord
UMH 438
*A GOOD WORD AS WE GO OUT
POSTLUDE
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*You are welcome to stand as you are able.
Mission Statement:
Oak Creek Community United Methodist Church is a Christian fellowship whose
mission is to: worship God, love and serve all people, grow in faith and
invite others to become disciples of Jesus Christ.
PHONE: (414) 762-4600
WEB SITE: http://www.occumc.org
EMAIL: office@occumc.org or pastor@occumc.org
NEWSLETTER EDITOR: office@occumc.org
Find us on Facebook! facebook.com/occumc
No matter where you are on your journey, ALL are welcome here.
Oak Creek Community United Methodist Church
RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING 2014 LEADERS
Leader: Dear friends, let us recognize those who responded to the call of God to become
workers in God’s church during this past year. We give you our love and thanks for the
hours of dedicated service that you have put into helping the church to be the church.
Congregation: We thank you for all that you have done on our behalf, and the behalf
of the church of Jesus Christ. May God bless you. With you, we pledge our
commitment to listen for God’s call to ourselves and promise to be open to the tasks and
responsibilities that God may be calling us to in the future.
Persons Leaving Church Council:
Linda B, Rick E, Douglas C, Judi I, Jennifer K, Kary S, Jan B, Eric von H, Suzy D, Michael
B, Joe B, Linda I, Lois D, Chris H, Jay H, and Kurt V
Thank you for your ministry from your faith-family!
INSTALLATION OF 2015 LEADERS
Leader: Dear friends, you have been called by God and chosen by the people of God for
servant leadership in the church. This ministry is a blessing and a serious responsibility. It
recognizes your special gifts and calls you to work among us and for us. In love we thank
you for accepting your obligation and challenge you to offer your best to the Lord, to these
people, and to our ministry in the world. Live a life in Christ and make God’s Spirit known
in your witness and your work. Let us pray together . . .
Congregation: Wonderful and Life-giving God, pour out your blessings upon your
servants who have been given particular ministries in your church. Grant them grace
to give themselves wholeheartedly in your service. Keep before them the example of
our Lord, who did not think first of himself, but gave himself for us all. Let them share
his ministry and consecration so that they may enter into his joy. Guide them in their
work and reward their faithfulness with the knowledge that through them your
purposes are accomplished; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
2015 OAK CREEK COMMUNITY UMC CHURCH COUNCIL
Chairperson
Chris S
Vice Chairperson
Dave T
Recording Secretary
Julie G
Lay Leader
Doug C
Financial Secretary
Edith G
Assistant Financial Secretary
Linda B
Treasurer
Chris B
Assistant Treasurer
Rick E
Memorial/Special Funds Treasurer
Julie Van D
Youth Fund Treasurer
Linda C
Lay Member to Annual Conference
Ken M
Alternate Member to Annual Conference
Church Historian & 175th Anniversary Celebration Lynn W
Membership Secretary
Church Office Admin. Assist.
Webmaster
Larry G
Member at Large
Gina W
Member at Large
Fred S
Member at Large
Kurt V
Representative to H.O.L.L.I.E.
Oliver C
Finance Committee Chairperson
Chris C
Stewardship Work Area Chairperson
Joe C
Staff Parish Relations Committee Chairperson Janet P
Sunday School Superintendent
Megan F
Education Work Area Chairperson
Preschool Director
Sara H
Representative to Preschool Board
Michelle G
Representative to Preschool Board – Youth
Worship – Music/Arts Work Area Chairperson
Hospitality Work Area Chairperson
Mission Work Area Chairperson
Technology Chairperson
President of United Methodist Women
Carlene W
President of United Methodist Men
Larry G
Youth Group Representative
Cares & Concerns Task Group Chairperson
Dona S
Pastor
Rev. Wendee Nitz
Our Staff:
Calendar
NURSERY ATTENDANTS Ann K, Laura M,
Maria W
PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR Sara H
CHOIR DIRECTOR
Shelly S
CHOIR ACCOMPANIST
Jeanne R
REACH OUT DIRECTOR Steve D
CHILDREN’S CHOIR
Sarah T
ORGANIST
Todd A
ADMIN. ASSIST.
Nancy Jorgensen
CUSTODIAN
Steve D
PASTOR
Rev. Wendee Nitz
Assisting In Worship:
LITURGIST 8:00
LITURGIST 10:45
Terese Z
Linda B
USHERS 8:00
USHERS 10:45
Dale & Susan T
Ken M
GREETERS 8:00
GREETERS 10:45
Marilyn K
Joan K
COUNTERS
Chris H
Don D
Rick E
UNLOCKING
Adult I Sunday School Class
We will be reviewing “Christianity’s
Family Tree.” By Adam Hamilton
World Religions: What Other Christians
Believe and Why.
You are welcome to join us at 9:30 am in
Room L29. For more information please
contact Carlene W.
Sunday – January 25 – Leadership Sunday
8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Worship/Coffee Hour
9:00 a.m.
Children’s Choir
9:30 a.m.
Sunday School
Monday – January 26
9:00 a.m.
Preschool
6:30 p.m.
Church Council
7:00 p.m.
AA
Tuesday – January 27
9:00 a.m.
Preschool
6:00 p.m.
Music Lessons
Wednesday – January 28
9:00 a.m.
Preschool
3:30 p.m.
Music Lessons
6:00 p.m.
Missions Meeting
6:15 p.m.
Bell Choir
7:30 p.m.
Choir
Thursday – January 29
9:00 a.m.
Preschool
Saturday – January 31
Day Apart District Mtg
Sunday – February 1
Calling All Ushers!
Sign-up sheets are out on the table in the
narthex. Pick a Sunday and a time and sign
up! Ushering is open to anyone. If you
have any questions, feel free to contact
Joanne Mueller and give yourself a thanks
and a hug for helping in this ministry. A
signup sheet is also available online at
schedules.bringit.bz/public/434e12
WEEKLY NEWS AND EVENTS
Sociable’s Event
Faith & Family Night
Friday, February 20 - at 7:30 PM
$25 per person
Milwaukee Bucks vs Denver Nuggets
Concert after the game:
Brandon Heath & Nicole Nordman
Please RSVP for this event since
advance ticket purchase is required.
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Sarah Circle is hoping to assemble and
deliver some layettes to Children's
Hospital, 16th St. Clinic and St. Francis'
Hospital soon. We are in need of a few
items to complete the layettes.
Our current inventory is:
 Onesies – 7
 Sleepers – 7
 Hates – 19
 Receiving Blankets – 20
 Quilts or Reg. Blankets- Several
So, it is the onesies and sleepers that we
are in need of before we can start. We'd
like a total of 18 or more of each item. If
you will help, the size for these 2 items
is 3 - 6 mos. Also, we need baby/sport
yarn or 4 ply yarn to give to our knitters
and crocheters to make blankets. Thank
you for all the support you give this
much appreciated mission project.
Thank you for the response to my book,
"Blessed Assurance Through Visions and
Dreams" last Sunday. Some asked if I
would have the book available this
Sunday. I will have them with me should
you wish to purchase for $9.00. A
donation of $2.00 per book will be given
to the Youth mission trip. - Christal
Bindrich.
NOOMA
NOOMA will be held on the 2nd and 4th
Tuesdays beginning in January. Each class
is a standalone unit with video and
discussion, so new participants are welcome
at any time. Upcoming video topics:
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January 27
o Why is it sometimes so hard
to forgive?
February 10
o LuggageWhy
is
it
sometimes so hard to forgive?
February 24
o Dust- What does God see in
us?
March 10
o Bullhorn- Can we really love
God without loving others?
March 24o Lump- What do we do when
our past catches up to us?
Facilitated by Chris S and Jenny von H.