From Pastor Molly: So Many Little Things
There's a lot going on a church this weekend. Many of you have been working incredibly hard--and nowhere is that as visible as in the piles of rummage that are now filling our Fellowship Hall. But you've also been preparing to host the game booth at the Hometown Fair this weekend, and you've been rehearsing music and choreography for the kids' musical. You've been picking up food for Shared Bread and you did the dishes after; you've prayed, entered data at church, and checked in on friends who are struggling. You've gone to appointments to look after your own health, and you fed the kids.
Thank you.
I want to remind you that the millions of tiny pieces that you are holding up are part of an amazing, beautiful community: the Church. This Sunday we celebrate World Communion Sunday, and we remember that the Church spans the globe, includes diverse cultures, and connects us together in a vast multitude of little things that come together to embody the love of God.
Thanks be to God.[Pastor Molly Vetter]
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World Communion Sunday
Sunday, October 4
Scripture: James 5:13-20
James 5:13 Is someone among you in trouble? He should pray. Is someone feeling good? He should sing songs of praise.
14 Is someone among you ill? He should call for the elders of the congregation. They will pray for him and rub olive oil on him in the name of the Lord. 15 The prayer offered with trust will heal the one who is ill — the Lord will restore his health; and if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. 16 Therefore, openly acknowledge your sins to one another, and pray for each other, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. 17 Eliyahu was only a human being like us; yet he prayed fervently that it might not rain, and no rain fell on the Land for three years and six months. 18 Then he prayed again, and heaven gave rain, and the Land produced its crops.
19 My brothers, if one of you wanders from the truth, and someone causes him to return, 20 you should know that whoever turns a sinner from his wandering path will save him from death and cover many sins.[James 5:20 Proverbs 10:12]
John Wesley's Notes-Commentary for James 5:13-20
Verse 14
[14] Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:
Having anointed him with oil — This single conspicuous gift, which Christ committed to his apostles, Mark 6:13, remained in the church long after the other miraculous gifts were withdrawn. Indeed, it seems to have been designed to remain always; and St. James directs the elders, who were the most, if not the only, gifted men, to administer at. This was the whole process of physic in the Christian church, till it was lost through unbelief. That novel invention among the Romanists, extreme unction, practised not for cure, but where life is despaired of, bears no manner of resemblance to this.
Verse 15
[15] And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.
And the prayer offered in faith shall save the sick - From his sickness; and if any sin be the occasion of his sickness, it shall be forgiven him.
Verse 16
[16] Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
Confess your faults — Whether ye are sick or in health.
To one another — He does not say, to the elders: this may, or may not, be done; for it is nowhere commanded. We may confess them to any who can pray in faith: he will then know how to pray for us, and be more stirred up so to do.
And pray one for another, that ye may be healed — Of all your spiritual diseases.
Verse 17
[17] Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it might not rain: and it rained not on the earth by the space of three years and six months.
Elijah was a man of like passions — Naturally as weak and sinful as we are.
And he prayed — When idolatry covered the land.
Verse 18
[18] And he prayed again, and the heaven gave rain, and the earth brought forth her fruit.
He prayed again — When idolatry was abolished.
Verse 19
[19] Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;
As if he had said, I have now warned you of those sins to which you are most liable; and, in all these respects, watch not only over yourselves, but every one over his brother also. Labour, in particular, to recover those that are fallen.
If any one err from the truth — Practically, by sin.
Verse 20
[20] Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.
He shall save a soul — Of how much more value than the body! James 5:14.
And hide a multitude of sins — Which shall no more, how many soever they are, be remembered to his condemnation.
"The Communion of Saints"Pastor Molly Vetter, preaching
8:30am in Epworth Lounge
10:30am in the Sanctuary, with the Youth Band and a Baptism
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This Friday & Saturday
Come shop at our United Methodist Women's semi-annual Rummage Sale this weekend.
Friday, Oct 2, 9am-4pm &
Saturday, Oct 3, 9am-noon
Read more about the UMW sale here
MB Hometown Fair: Host our Fundraising Game Booth
It's not too late to help host our booth at the Manhattan Beach Hometown Fairthis Saturday and Sunday (Oct 3 & 4). Volunteers needed for 2-hour shifts. A fun way to serve the church!
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"Joseph" Musical and
All-Church Fundraiser
It's more than a youth musical--it's an all-church gala! Join us Saturday,November 14 at 5pm for a Dinner Theater and Silent Auction, or Sunday, November 15 at 11:30am for a Lunch Matinee. Tickets (reserved seats) go on sale October 25.
Be a part of making it happen. Join in now as a part of the show (costumes, sets, etc) or to help with the meals or auction.
Donate an item for the silent auction, or recruit a donation from a business you know!
News From Our Members
"This is The Rummage Sale week-end and if you are reading this Sunday (10/4) you may hear the resulting reports of finances, profits, donations and compliments to the volunteers. Our Rummage Sales produce more volunteers than any activity in the life of our church. It truly is an all church project even if the United Methodist Women, (UMW) run it all. They are to be thanked as is the entire church including donors, those who buy and those who eat lunch Friday at noon, October 2nd.
I must report this incident at our recent pot-luck..."Read More Here
"God Works in Wondrous Ways" by Bob Peterson
This is The Rummage Sale week-end and if you are reading this Sunday (10/4) you may hear the resulting reports of finances, profits, donations and compliments to the volunteers. Our Rummage Sales produce more volunteers than any activity in the life of our church. It truly is an all church project even if the United Methodist Women, (UMW) run it all. They are to be thanked as is the entire church including donors, those who buy and those who eat lunch Friday at noon, October 2nd.
I must report this incident at our recent pot-puck September noon luncheon. I was nearly the last person in line for the buffet style service and had plenty of choices of delightful dishes. Walking toward the tables, I found we were a bit crowded and elected to sit at a table with one empty chair, but entirely consisting of women. When I asked if I could make it a one man table they cordially invited me to sit down and I did next to Cristine and across from Sally and Eloise. They looked at me and noticed blood on my top left wrist. Something had apparently punctured my skin which was bleeding a bit, but there was no feeling and I didn't even know it had happened. Cristine said it was lucky I had sat next to her, reached into her purse, pulled out a first aid kit and began to clean the blood with handi-wipes and gauze. Aura,who had seen this from the other end of the table produced wet and dry napkins, and they all mopped me up, placed antiseptic on it and bandaged it within a minute or two. Other women offered sympathy and I explained I am on medication with plavix so bleeding was common if the skin was broken and life at our table went on as usual. Perhaps God works in wondrous ways and that is why I sat at the only table with a complete first aid kit and women to help me. Thanks to all of them and to our church for being prepared for anything.
Now, our people are beginning to work on the November 14 & 15 show “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” and we all will want to see this church production, guaranteed to provide enjoyment and pleasure. Get your tickets early because there are huge groups of young people of all ages working to make it a success.
Read Johnna Kosnoff's "From the Lay Leader" column hereComing at Church
Field Trip with Pastor Molly:
Thursday, October 8, 10am-3pm
Join Pastor Molly on Thursday, Oct 8 for an art field trip to Pasadena Museum of California Art, where we will see "Someday is Now: The Art of Corita Kent." Meet in the church parking lot at 9:45am; we'll leave the church at 10am and return around 3pm.
Read more details here
Book Club: The Red Tent, by A. Diamant
Thursday, October 22 at 7pm in May Day Parlor. Questions? Email Ann or Laura.
Women's Spiritual Retreat Weekend
ONLY ONE SPOT LEFT!
February 5 -7, 2016 at La Casa de Maria in Santa Barbara. Led by Rev. Nicole Reilley.
Read more here
Seeking Donations for an All-Church Silent Auction
Between now and October 31, we are seeking donations from church members, businesses, and friends for a Silent Auction to be held alongside theYouth and Children's Musical Dinner Theater on November 14. Funds raised to to our church budget to fund our many ministries.
Something to donate? Want to help ask others? More info here or contactLaura.
Tell Us About Yourself...
Please take a moment to tell us about your skills and interests through our online questionnaire. New questions for 2015!
Do You Know Pro Tools or Logic
The Music Department is looking for someone who knows ProTools, Logic, or comparable program for recording and mixing worship service audio.
Contact Jim Raycroft.
Christmas Wreath Sales to Benefit our Youth Ministry
Our youth Christmas wreath fundraiser is about to return--watch for a chance to order online or at church on Sunday mornings in coming weeks.
Men's Breakfast: Our next breakfast is Monday, October 5, 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.
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!
Prayer Quilt Ministry: Know someone in need of prayer? You can sponsor a free prayer quilt for them. Next Quilt Workshop: Friday, October 16, 10am-noon. We will work on our quilt for the silent auction, as well as other projects. More information is online.
Meals and More: Did you know that we have a ministry that organizes meals and other assistance for church folks in times of need? In the past, we've helped arrange rides to medical appointments, meals for people recovering from surgery, and more. Leila Grantz coordinates this ministry, using online sign-up tools. If you want to be a part of the group that she emails when there is an opportunity to help, or if you know someone who's in need of a little help, please contact the church office or Leila.
This Week: Children, Youth & Adults
Nursery (6 weeks+):
The Nursery is open during both services, for ages 6 weeks to 6 yrs old. (Three year olds and older attend Sunday School at 10:30.) Located right off of the parking lot across Epworth Lounge. Any questions email the Nursery Coordinator: Adriana Hwang
Children's Ministry (age 3 - 3rd Grade & Church R Us: grades 4-5):
10:30am Sunday School: Join us upstairs for a lesson on Prayer and Communion. We're going to try breads from all over the world! (Parents: let us know if your child has a wheat allergy).
Church R Us (Special Class for Grades 4 & 5): Join us in the "clubhouse" above the nursery for a lesson on Prayer and Communion. We will be carving a pumpkin and trying breads from all over the world. - James 5: 13-20
Youth Ministry (6th-12th grade):
- No Middle School Sunday School this week. See you October 11.
-Youth Group-Help us host the game booth at the Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair.
Children & Youth: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Rehearsal schedule is posted online for those in the cast.
To volunteer to help with the crew (costumes, sets, tech, etc.), contact Stephen! There are lots of jobs that don't require major time commitment--we'd love to have you involved.
Adult Sunday School: Bible Study and Discussion
Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:15am, in Heath Chapel. Led by Helen Stockwell.
Thursday Pastor's Bible Study:
Thursday mornings from 11:00-noon, in May Day Parlor. Led by Pastor Molly Vetter.
Note: No regular class on October 8 - please join us for the art museum field trip.
Community Events
Riviera UMC: Rejoice in Art! Fine Art Fair and Exhibition Opens October 16/17
West District Training Conference: for Current and Emerging Leaders - on January 30, 2016 from 8am-2pm at Holman UMC in Los Angeles
Our congregation is a part of the El Tordondo Mission Area, in the West District of theCalifornia-Pacific Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church.
Parking Reminder: If you are able, we encourage you to park at the Wells Fargo bank on Sunday mornings, and walk across the street, reserving the parking lot for those with mobility challenges or for new visitors. We also have a bike rack on the patio. Thanks for your consideration.
First United Methodist Church of Redondo Beach
243 South Broadway
Redondo Beach, California 90277, United States
310-372-8445 main
310-372-8445 main
310-372-5696 fax
Website
Ongoing Ministries
Free Meal on Wednesday Nights
Offering food and friendship to those in need, every Wednesday night since 1992. More info here.
Choir & Our Music Ministry
Join our choir and lend your voice to help us worship God together. Choir rehearses most Wednesday nights, from 7:30-9pm. We are always looking for instrumentalists and musical guests, too. Contact Jim Raycroft for more info.
Connect with us
First United Methodist Church
Ongoing Ministries
Free Meal on Wednesday Nights
Offering food and friendship to those in need, every Wednesday night since 1992. More info here.
Choir & Our Music Ministry
Join our choir and lend your voice to help us worship God together. Choir rehearses most Wednesday nights, from 7:30-9pm. We are always looking for instrumentalists and musical guests, too. Contact Jim Raycroft for more info.
Connect with us
First United Methodist Church
43 South Broadway
Redondo Beach, California 90277, United States
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