Sunday, October 5
World Communion Sunday
8:30amin the Epworth Lounge 9:30am Guardianship and Estate Planning Seminar for Families (Epworth Lounge) 10:30am in the Sanctuary
Sunday's Scripture:
Matthew 21:33-46
Matthew 21: The Story of the Greedy Farmhands
33-34 “Here’s another story. Listen closely. There was once a man, a wealthy farmer, who planted a vineyard. He fenced it, dug a winepress, put up a watchtower, then turned it over to the farmhands and went off on a trip. When it was time to harvest the grapes, he sent his servants back to collect his profits.
35-37 “The farmhands grabbed the first servant and beat him up. The next one they murdered. They threw stones at the third but he got away. The owner tried again, sending more servants. They got the same treatment. The owner was at the end of his rope. He decided to send his son. ‘Surely,’ he thought, ‘they will respect my son.’
38-39 “But when the farmhands saw the son arrive, they rubbed their hands in greed. ‘This is the heir! Let’s kill him and have it all for ourselves.’ They grabbed him, threw him out, and killed him.
40 “Now, when the owner of the vineyard arrives home from his trip, what do you think he will do to the farmhands?”
41 “He’ll kill them—a rotten bunch, and good riddance,” they answered. “Then he’ll assign the vineyard to farmhands who will hand over the profits when it’s time.”
42-44 Jesus said, “Right—and you can read it for yourselves in your Bibles:
The stone the masons threw out
is now the cornerstone.
This is God’s work;
we rub our eyes, we can hardly believe it!
“This is the way it is with you. God’s kingdom will be taken back from you and handed over to a people who will live out a kingdom life. Whoever stumbles on this Stone gets shattered; whoever the Stone falls on gets smashed.”
45-46 When the religious leaders heard this story, they knew it was aimed at them. They wanted to arrest Jesus and put him in jail, but, intimidated by public opinion, they held back. Most people held him to be a prophet of God.
John Wesley
s Notes-Commentary:
Matthew 21:33-46
Verse 33
[33] Hear another parable: There was a certain householder, which planted a vineyard, and hedged it round about, and digged a winepress in it, and built a tower, and let it out to husbandmen, and went into a far country:
A certain householder planted a vineyard — God planted the Church in Canaan; and hedged it round about - First with the law, then with his peculiar providence: and digged a wine press - Perhaps it may mean Jerusalem: and built a tower - The temple: and went into a far country - That is, left the keepers of his vineyard, in some measure, to behave as they should see good. Mark 12:1; Luke 20:9.
Verse 34
[34] And when the time of the fruit drew near, he sent his servants to the husbandmen, that they might receive the fruits of it.
He sent his servants — His extraordinary messengers, the prophets: to the husbandmen - The ordinary preachers or ministers of the Jews.
Verse 41
[41] They say unto him, He will miserably destroy those wicked men, and will let out his vineyard unto other husbandmen, which shall render him the fruits in their seasons.
They say — Perhaps some of the by-standers, not the chief priests or Pharisees; who, as St. Luke relates, said, God forbid, Luke 20:16.
Verse 42
[42] Jesus saith unto them, Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?
The builders — The scribes and priests, whose office it was to build up the Church.
Is become the head of the corner — Or the chief corner stone: he is become the foundation of the Church, on which the whole building rests, and is the principal corner stone, for uniting the Gentiles to it, as the chief corner stone of a house supports and links its two sides together. Psalms 118:22.
Verse 43
[43] Therefore say I unto you, The kingdom of God shall be taken from you, and given to a nation bringing forth the fruits thereof.
Therefore — Because ye reject this corner stone.
The kingdom of God — That is, the Gospel.
Verse 44
[44] And whosoever shall fall on this stone shall be broken: but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.
Whosoever shall fall on this stone shall be broken — Stumblers at Christ shall even then receive much hurt. He is said to fall on this stone, who hears the Gospel and does not believe.
But on whomsoever it shall fall — In vengeance, it will utterly destroy him. It will fall on every unbeliever, when Christ cometh in the clouds of heaven. Luke 20:18.
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What's World Communion Sunday?
This Sunday, as we observe World Communion Sunday, we remember that in sharing the sacrament of communion, we share at a table that stretches all around the world. The communion table is prepared by Christ--what we do here in our church building connects to something far bigger than we can imagine. It includes friends and enemies, and people we don't even know; it stretches across political boundaries and cultural barriers.
Our own actions and practices are so often limited by our own biases and experiences and assumptions; in sharing in the sacrament of communion, we are lifted above these limitations, honoring that the grace we receive is not one we earned. In sharing it, we get a glimpse--or, better, a taste--of the world God is making possible through grace.
On this World Communion Sunday, our music will be unusual--we'll worship in a calypso style, with steel drums and all; it's one small way to remind ourselves that the church we are a part of, and the sacrament we share in, doesn't belong to us alone, or to our traditions or styles. It all belongs to God.
grace and peace,
Pastor Molly
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Mark your calendars:
World Communion Sunday
is October 5.
Join us at 10:30 for worship with a calypso beat.
Featuring a steel drummer.
(You are welcome to dance.)
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Social Hour Between Services - 9:30-10:15
Oct 5 - Guardianship and Estate Planning Seminar - focusing on families with children.(Epworth Lounge)
Endowment Committee member and estate planning attorney, Laura Thatcher will discuss the essential elements of an estate plan for families, including wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and advance health care directives. Participants will have the opportunity to prepare a complete, effective guardian nomination form (which can be signed and notarized during the seminar). Helpful planning documents including, How to Choose a Guardian, a Guardian Nomination Questionnaire and a Guardian Nomination Worksheet can be found on the Thatcher Law Group website.
Friends are invited and encouraged! There will be fellowship opportunities for the kids during this presentation. Animate: Bible - A new 7-week Bible study for youth and adults begins on Sunday, October 5 at 9:30. (See below or online.) You are welcome to join us for the whole series, or any week(s) of it.
Note: Choir Rehearsal also meets during this hour!
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Starting October 5:
Animate: Bible
a 7-week Bible class for youth and adults, on Sundays at 9:30
Encounter scripture in new ways, with a fresh curriculum designed to reinvigorate and deepen your understanding of the Bible. This video-based series feature seven engaging leading voices from our Christian faith. Participants will share in conversation, reading and journaling as a part of the study. RSVP so we can order workbooks for participants ($17). Led by Johnna Kosnoff and Pastor Molly. Each of the sessions covers one particular topic; you do not have to attend all of them (or have the book) to participate.
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 Church Sponsored Game Booth at MB Hometown Fair---
Volunteers Needed
Our Stewardship Team is excited to, once again, host a game booth at the 2014 Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair.
We are seeking families and individuals who can host our game booth at the Fair in the "Paid Games" area on the Live Oak Park field. Come help us spread the word about our family ministries to the community with our fun and easy to play game "Minion Crush."
Fair hours are:
Saturday, October 4th, 10 am-6 pm
Sunday, October 5th, 10am-5:30pm
LOCATION: Manhattan Beach Live Oak Park Field Paid Games booth.
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 Our semi-annual Rummage Sale is happeningTHIS WEEKEND!!!!
The Fellowship Hall will be filled with rummage for purchase;
the Boutique in May Day Parlor will feature jewelry and fine items;
Naomi's Cafe in Epworth Lounge will offer homemade treats and lunch.
On Saturday, all rummage is $4 for whatever fits in a grocery bag, and all items in the Boutique are half price!
All proceeds benefit the missions and ministries of our United Methodist Women.
Men and women of all ages are encouraged to be a part of this ministry!
WE NEED PEOPLE ON SATURDAY AT NOON TO PACK UP UNSOLD ITEMS TO DONATE---THEY WILL BE HERE AT 1:00PM TO PICK UP. PLEASE HELP IF YOU CAN!!!
contact Shirley Sommer at 310-371-3209 (home) or 310-947-2567 (cell).
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 Part-Time Job Openings
We are currently seeking part-time staff members:
Shared Bread Counselor - We seek a social worker to work one-on-one with clients during our weekly free meal ministry, Shared Bread. Applicants would need to be available on Wednesdays from 4-7pm. (This position is funded through a grant.)
Substitute Nursery Teacher-- We seek a regular substitute nursery teacher to help provide safe and appropriate childcare in our nursery on Sunday mornings and at other church activities, as scheduled--approximately one Sunday each month, and for other church activities as available.
Soprano and Alto Section Leaders in the Choir-- We seek section leaders to provide vocal support for their section of the choir, and helping others participation in the singing. Applicants would need to be available on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings. (Funded through special donations)
More information and instructions for applicants are available online.
Please share these openings with people you know how might be willing to help support these important ministries!
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 The Lay Looker, Bob Peterson
a view from the pew from a longtime member of our church
"If you are reading this Sunday or later, you either attended our church Rummage Sale to work, shop or eat at Friday noon's Naomi Cafe or missed it. On Sunday you will hear the report on the successes of our bi-annual Rummage sale which helps the UMW women of our church fund their charities and church support. Also, if you missed out, you will have to wait until 2015 for the next Rummage Sale put on by the women of our church UMW, The United Methodist Women..."
Read the rest of Bob's recent Lay Looker columns on our website by clicking here.
Rummage Sale by Bob Peterson If you are reading this Sunday or later, you either attended our church Rummage Sale to work, shop or eat at Friday noon's Naomi Cafe or missed it. On Sunday you will hear the report on the successes of our bi-annual Rummage sale which helps the UMW women of our church fund their charities and church support. Also, if you missed out, you will have to wait until 2015 for the next Rummage Sale put on by the women of our church UMW, The United Methodist Women. Our Rummage Sales have been such a huge part of this church that I can safely report it involves more members and non-members of our congregation than any other activity with the possible exception of Worship services. If you are a man you are invited to help out. If you are a student, you are invited to help. If you are a woman, you just help do the work because you need to be with your Christian friends. Shoppers will begin making purchases Friday morning at 9:00AM, having lunch at noon and closing at about 4:00PM. Saturday's shoppers will get their best buys at $4.00 per shopping bag with an all you can get in the bag sale. The Sale will end Saturday at Noon with what I call, The Great Clean-up, as many helpers of all ages get the unsold stuff ready for donating to an organization which helps the homeless. Almost all of the material is sold or used by someone who needs it. What a nice project that Rummage Sale is. We should not only thank all who participate, but also Shirley Sommer who has worked as the Rummage Queen for so many years. She reports that this will be her last one to head, but she will help as her health and body permits. Thank her for this service to our church and to God for lo, these many years. She deserves much praise and thanks from all of us. |
 From the Lay Leader, Johnna Kosnoff
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 Special Church R Us (Fourth and Fifth Grade) Field Trip
Join us as we gather after church (11:30am) on Sunday, October 19th for a special field trip and fellowship time at Forneris Farms in Mission Hills. There we will navigate our way through a real corn maze and enjoy a tour of the farm. Bring $ for a pumpkin if you want one. Friends are welcome! Cost is only $10 and includes lunch. We will return to church for pick up by 3pm.
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 Join the Choir!
Excitement is growing about joining the choir--we'll hear them in worship this Sunday. And, there's still room for more voices to join in the singing!
Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings, from 7:30-9pm in the Choir Room. Everyone's welcome. Come share your gifts and be a part of some amazing music-making to glorify God. |
 All-Church Potluck,
Sunday, October 12 :
after 10:30 worship
Welcome to Our New Staff Members
Please join us as we welcome our newest staff members: Stephen Hale, Jim Raycroft and Carolyn Tyler. Just bring your ready to serve dishes to the kitchen before worship then come back for some tasty food and wonderful fellowship. If you don't have time to cook, that's OK. There is always plenty of food for everyone. (The ovens will be on for reheating.)
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Prayers and Squares Quilt Ministry
Our next Quilt Workshop meeting is going to be Friday, October 24, from 10am-noon in May Day Parlor. Anyone (regardless of sewing ability) is welcome to join us then. You don't need to bring anything for the workshop, though sewing machines and cutting tools are helpful.
Prayer quilts are available for anyone who wants to sponsor one.
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 Softball Update from the membership committee: If you are 18 years of age or older and would like to play on our co-ed slow-pitch softball team for the 2015 Spring League, please email Troy Thomas here with any questions or to sign up! We'll play in the Redondo Beach D league, with games at Alta Vista (or possibly Anderson) Park on Sunday evenings. The earliest games will begin at 5:30pm and the latest games at 8:30pm. |
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Friendship Walk on Sun, October 26:
This year, we are gathering a church team of walkers to participate in the Pier to Pier Friendship Walk, which raises funds for Friendship Circle's programming for kids with special needs, as well as for the educational foundations in our beach cities.Because it's on Sunday morning, we'll meet up for a prayer before we begin, and walk together as community service worship. (There will not be children's Sunday School that morning.) Other churches in our mission area are walking, as well--sign up or make donations online! |
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Women's Fall Retreat
"Renew and Refresh Your Soul"
Saturday, November 8, 2014
9:00am - 4:00pm
Mary & Joseph Retreat Center in Palos Verdes Facilitator: Pastor Molly Cost: $20.00 (includes lunch) Information flyers will be available at church this Sunday. |
 On Sunday, October 19, we celebrate Laity Sunday, an occasion to celebrate the multitude of ways we are in ministry through our lives, our work, our families and community.
Join us as we share in special prayers and blessings for the ministry we all share.
(We will also receive new church members during worship on the 12th.)
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Thanks for your help--we collected enough supplies to pack 50 School Kits to send to Haiti through UMCOR!
 
Thank you for supporting our Children (UMKIC) in their mission work.
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| Community Events and Other Opportunities: click these links for more information Young Adult Mission Opportunities -The UMC Global Ministries, Generation Transformation group is looking for young adults, ages 18-30, who are interested in missionary work. They offer 3 mission service tracks: Global Mission Fellows, Global Justice Volunteers and Individual Volunteers. Applications must be submitted by October 15. Learn more at Generation Transformation's web page atwww.umcmission.org/GT. Human Trafficking Workshop - (at Hope UMC in Torrance) Saturday, October 18, 9:30am-1pm Bible Cabaret - Comedy and Music Revue starring the Old and New Testaments - October 12 @ 4pm (Fanatic Salon in Culver City) |
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This Week at Church...
LA County Recorder/Registrar will be using Fellowship Hall for poll worker training on Monday, October 6, ALL DAY. The hall will not be available for ANY groups from 9am - 8pm.
Nursery
The Nursery is open during both services: 8:30am for ages 6 weeks to 6 yrs old and 10:30am for children 6 weeks to 4 yrs old. Located right off of the parking lot across Epworth Lounge. Any questions email the Nursery Coordinator: Adriana Hwang
Children's Ministry:
8:30am: Join us in church for special challenges and activities that invite children to participate in the worship service.
10:30am: Join us upstairs for the "The Parable of the Vineyard". We'll be tasting different grape juices, smashing grapes and playing with raisins! Bring your Bibles and Bible Bags and check our our new special Popcorn Board!
Church R Us (4th and 5th grade):
10:30am: This Sunday's lesson is focused Matthew 21:33-46, "People see themselves in Jesus Parables". Join us upstairs for activities and discussion. 4th graders: Be sure to bring your Bibles back to class!
Youth Group (6th-12th grade):
-Join in the Drawing Challenge during worship...see the kid's cart in the sanctuary for details.
-Middle School Sunday School (6th-8th grade)has started up again. We will meet every other week, (unless otherwise noted). ON Sunday, October 5 we will meet at a special time: 9:30am in the youth room. Then we'll head upstairs for 10:30 worship with fun and special calypso music!
-Youth Group will meet this Sunday from 3-5pm for FELLOWSHIP, FOOD AND FUN! We're going to the park near the Pier for games! Come meet Stephen (our new Youth Director) and hang out with everyone else.
-Consider attending the Animate Bible Study (see the article above). It's going to be good! It's for everyone, including youth and adults.
-Also, please consider volunteering for the booth at Hometown Fair! Sign up here
Adult Sunday School:
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Men's Breakfast:
Our next breakfast is Monday, October 6 at 7AM. Coco's Restaurant, 18120 Hawthorne Blvd. (Hawthorne and 182nd) All men of the church and their friends are welcome to join us for fellowship.
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20/30 group: This young adult group is a casual gathering of people in their 20's and 30's looking to connect with other young adults who attend the same church. Contact Amanda Kuczun for info on upcoming events!
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Register your Children and Youth for the 2014-15 year!
On Sunday as you sign your child into the Nursery or into Sunday School please check (and then fill out) their pre-printed registration form. Or, download the formhere, fill it out and bring your copy to the church.
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First United Methodist Church of Redondo Beach
(310)372-8445 main (310)372-5696 fax
Reverend Molly Vetter, Lead & Teaching Pastor PastorMolly@beachfaith.com
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First United Methodist Church
243 S. Broadway Street
Redondo Beach, California 90277 Jnited States
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