The First United Methodist Church in Redondo Beach, California, United States eNews: "Potluck on Sunday & more" "This Sunday: Potluck after 10:30 worship, End-of-year Sunday School Party!" for Thursday, 2 June 2016From Pastor Molly: in the midst of everythingThis week has felt full of tragedy and joy, both all mixed together.
Yesterday, I was gripped by the news of a terror and violence at UCLA, with the campus on lockdown and news of shots fired. As more news is shared, the painful reality of more violent shootings becomes heartbreaking, again and again. I've been watching the news unfold on Facebook, as friends share details. Another colleague added news of another, unrelated, tragic shooting death in his south Los Angeles community.
In conversations with church members, I've also heard of your own stories of tragedy--of surgeries and losses, of diagnoses and unexpected death. But this is also a season of joy. We are celebrating graduations, new beginnings, weddings and more.
Though there is such space between tragedy and joy, both invite us to consider big questions: what is most important in life? What do we want our legacy to be? What kind of impact do we want to have on others?
I long for a day when no one will need to barricade themselves into a room, and when the terror and pain of violence will be ended. I believe that God is still at work with us in this meantime, guiding and inspiring us to be part of a different story. I pray for God's grace to change us, and the world.[Pastor Molly Vetter]
Next Sunday, June 12, will be Youth Sunday! Some of our graduating High School Seniors will share a message during worship, our youth band will lead singing, and more. I'm so grateful to be a part of a congregation with such thoughtful, inspiring youth, in whom God is at work in amazing ways. I hope you'll make a special point to be here, and invite others, too! After 10:30 worship, please stay for the Youth Banquet.
In Worship This Week
Sunday, June 5
"By the Grace of God"Galatians 1:11-24
Galatians 1:11 Furthermore, let me make clear to you, brothers, that the Good News as I proclaim it is not a human product; 12 because neither did I receive it from someone else nor was I taught it — it came through a direct revelation from Yeshua the Messiah. 13 For you have heard about my former way of life in [traditional] Judaism — how I did my best to persecute God’s Messianic Community and destroy it; 14 and how, since I was more of a zealot for the traditions handed down by my forefathers than most Jews my age, I advanced in [traditional] Judaism more rapidly than they did.
15 But when God, who picked me out before I was born and called me by his grace, chose 16 to reveal his Son to me, so that I might announce him to the Gentiles, I did not consult anyone; 17 and I did not go up to Yerushalayim to see those who were emissaries before me. Instead, I immediately went off to Arabia and afterwards returned to Dammesek. 18 Not until three years later did I go up to Yerushalayim to make Kefa’s acquaintance, and I stayed with him for two weeks, 19 but I did not see any of the other emissaries except Ya‘akov the Lord’s brother. 20 (Concerning these matters I am writing you about, I declare before God that I am not lying!) 21 Next I went to Syria and Cilicia; 22 but in Y’hudah, the Messianic congregations didn’t even know what I looked like — 23 they were only hearing the report, “The one who used to persecute us now preaches the Good News of the faith he was formerly out to destroy”; 24 and they praised God for me.
John Wesley's Notes-Commentary for Galatians 1:11-24
Verse 11
[11] But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.
But I certify you, brethren — He does not till now give them even this appellation. That the gospel which was preached by me among you is not according to man - Not from man, not by man, not suited to the taste of man.
Verse 12
[12] For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught it, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ.
For neither did I receive it — At once.
Nor was I taught it — Slowly and gradually, by any man.
But by the revelation of Jesus Christ — Our Lord revealed to him at first, his resurrection, ascension, and the calling of the gentiles, and his own apostleship; and told him then, there were other things for which he would appear to him.
Verse 13
[13] For ye have heard of my conversation in time past in the Jews' religion, how that beyond measure I persecuted the church of God, and wasted it:
I Persecuted the church of God — That is, the believers in Christ.
Verse 14
[14] And profited in the Jews' religion above many my equals in mine own nation, being more exceedingly zealous of the traditions of my fathers.
Being zealous of the unwritten traditions - Over and above those written in the law.
Verse 15
[15] But when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother's womb, and called me by his grace,
But when it pleased God — He ascribes nothing to his own merits, endeavours, or sincerity.
Who separated me from my mother's womb — Set me apart for an apostle, as he did Jeremiah for a prophet. Jeremiah 1:5. Such an unconditional predestination as this may consist, both with God's justice and mercy.
And called me by his grace — By his free and almighty love, to be both a Christian and an apostle.
Verse 16
[16] To reveal his Son in me, that I might preach him among the heathen; immediately I conferred not with flesh and blood:
To reveal his Son in me — By the powerful operation of his Spirit, 2 Corinthians 4:6; as well as to me, by the heavenly vision.
That I might preach him to others — Which I should have been ill qualified to do, had I not first known him myself.
I did not confer with flesh and blood — Being fully satisfied of the divine will, and determined to obey, I took no counsel with any man, neither with my own reason or inclinations, which might have raised numberless objections.
Verse 17
[17] Neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia, and returned again unto Damascus.
Neither did I go up to Jerusalem — The residence of the apostles.
But I immediately went again into Arabia, and returned again to Damascus — He presupposes the journey to Damascus, in which he was converted, as being known to them all.
Verse 18
[18] Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to see Peter, and abode with him fifteen days.
Then after three years — Wherein I had given full proof of my apostleship.
I went to visit Peter — To converse with him.
Verse 19
[19] But other of the apostles saw I none, save James the Lord's brother.
But other of the apostles I saw none, save James the brother (that is, the kinsman) of the Lord - Therefore when Barnabas is said to have "brought him into the apostles," Acts 9:27, only St. Peter and St James are meant.
Verse 24
[24] And they glorified God in me.
In me — That is, on my account.
Pastor Molly Vetter, preaching8:30am in Epworth Lounge
10:30am in the Sanctuary
Special Music: "His Love Endures Forever" by Mark Hayes, "He Shall Feed His Flock" by G F Handel (sung by Julie Brody + Sue Christman)"His Love Endures Forever" by Mark Hayes
Hallelujah hallelu
The Lord Jehovah reigns
He is the same from age to age
His love will never change
"He Shall Feed His Flock" by G F Handel
He shall feed His flock like a shepherd; and He shall gather the lambs
with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those that are
with young. (Isaiah 40: 11)
Come unto Him, all ye that labour, come unto Him that are heavy laden, and
He will give you rest. Take His yoke upon you, and learn of Him, for He
is meek and lowly of heart, and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
(Matthew 11: 28-29)
News From Our Members
"Some of you may know that I am not a singer anymore. The story is that when we began worshiping here in 1950 I had been a church choir singer in our previous Los Angeles church and enjoyed it greatly. However, moving to the beach caused changes. I joined an orchestra playing French horn and it rehearsed on Wednesdays, the same evenings as our church choir rehearsals. So my wife, Ada Belle sang in our choir and I was in the orchestra each Wednesday. She passed on five years ago and I'm still in the Wednesday orchestra. However I always sang hymns and... June 2, 2016 by Bob Peterson
Some of you may know that I am not a singer anymore. The story is that when we began worshiping here in 1950 I had been a church choir singer in our previous Los Angeles church and enjoyed it greatly. However, moving to the beach caused changes. I joined an orchestra playing French horn and it rehearsed on Wednesdays, the same evenings as our church choir rehearsals. So my wife, Ada Belle sang in our choir and I was in the orchestra each Wednesday. She passed on five years ago and I'm still in the Wednesday orchestra. However I always sang hymns and enjoyed them very much. Now, my voice won't go where I want, so I just read the words to our music on the screen and think of the music I once enjoyed. Now, I get more from the words than I used to, for often the message is more clearly understood while not thinking about the music at the same time. You may wish to try it.
Listening to Pastor Molly as she leads the Prayers of the People makes me realize the many physical problems there are in the world and how many of them affect our worshipers, their relatives and acquaintances. Praying for others is a regular activity for us, as is thanking God for good health of not only ourselves, but also our many relatives and friends. My church keeps reminding me of my many blessings and of the wonderful people in worship with me.
Last Monday was Memorial Day and at I:00 P.M., I joined about three hundred others at the Redondo Beach Veterans Memorial Flag Pole as our military, past and present, were honored and remembered in speeches and song. The Redondo Beach Union High School Band was there as well as military representatives from The Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard. The Memorial Task Force and the City of Redondo Beach put on this moving event each year and the crowd even helps fill up the Church Parking lot, joining beach goers by donating $10 for a parking space. Today you will hear or read about how this fund-raiser helps our budget. Give thanks to Paul Caldwell who organized it.
Read more here
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Coming at Church
Book Club: Join us Thursday, June 9,7:00 PM. We'll discuss the non-fiction book "Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption" by Bryan Stephenson.
The next book is a work of fiction titled "The Language of Flowers: A Novel" by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. There is no date yet for the next meeting.
More info online; email Ann or Laura.
Potluck Lunch this Sunday, June 5
We invite you to join your church family for a potluck after 10:30 worship on June 5.We will honor Meagan Callahan, who has been our Children's Assistant for the past year and a half. (She'll goes off to grad school this summer!) Bring a dish to share - enjoy the fellowship!
And...on July 10, we will host another potluck to welcome Risa Vargas as Director of Children and Family Ministries.
Children's Choir: Father's Day
Kids (age 3 - 5th grade) are invited to join in a special Children's Choir to sing on Father's Day. We will rehearse the two Sundays before--June 5 & June 12. Contact Jim Raycroft or Adriana Hwang for more information!
Youth Banquet on June 12:
Tickets on sale now!
We are selling $15 tickets to the Youth Banquet on June 12th! This banquet will celebrate the youth program and youth from the last year. We'll have a catered lunch, pictures, and lots of wonderful youth!
During worship on June 12, we will honor this year's high school graduates. We will hear from a few of them, and honor their accomplishments. Come celebrate!
Confirmation Sunday on June 19th!
We will celebrate Confirmation on June 19th during the 10:30 service! These young people will also be invited to join the church (and there just might be a baptism)!
Luke Aldover, Samantha Aldover, Tatum Dawson, Sydney French, Ethan Light, Amelia Paulson, Todd Potter and James Thatcher are in our Confirmation class. Our confirmands, mentors and teachers are pictured above. Come support them!
June 12: Celebrating All Graduates
In the June 12 bulletin, we would like to recognize those individuals who are graduating (at any level). If you have a family member who you'd like to include, please email Ernie in the church office, with their name, relationship to you, the school they're graduating from (and any degree/program information), as well as plans for what they will do next (if that applies). Please get us your information by Tuesday, June 7.
Father's Day: Honoring Dads with a gift to UMCOR
This Father's Day, we will honor dads with a special gift to UMCOR, the United Methodist Committee on Relief, for their work helping reduce risk from international disasters.
If you would like to contribute an additional gift in honor of your dad--or someone who has been like a dad to you--please make a gift to the church, marked "UMCOR."
Support the Baja Trip!
Baja Trip participants will sell stock to our Baja Mission 2016 until June 12th. Participants have been asked to pay their registration costs of $375 each. If we raise $6,025 at church, everyone's goal is met (families paid their own $100 deposits)! We raised $2,125 with stock sales so far, so we still have $3,900 to go!
Buying stock entitles stock holders to free attendance at our Stock-Holders Meeting & Report on August 14th! We will report in, show pictures, and let stock-holders know what we did with their investments.
Buying different values of stock also comes with various other perks. Stop by our booth on the church patio to find out more!
Youth Summer Volunteer Internships
We have a number of volunteer internships for youth at church this summer. We expect this to help young people develop in all sorts of helpful ways. They'll learn work skills, develop their own identity, and be in a supportive church environment.
Some internships will install a computer network at church (we're getting Wifi!), while others help at the Performing Arts Camp.
Parking Lot Fundraiser Success!
Although the overcast sky scared some away, we did fairly well over the Memorial Day weekend. We took in $1,040
So, thank Nina Dooley, Carl Harrison, Joe Zeiler, Dave Klinger, Todd Potter, Gary Baughman, Whit Walter, Chad Ahrens, Arnie Sachs, and Paul Caldwell.
Save your energy for July 4th weekend and we'll do it again (and hope to bring in over $2,000!)
Our Church Foundation:
The Gift that Keeps Giving
We are excited to share that since January 1, we have received $9,514.25 in income for our church budget from our Endowment Fund. These dollars help our church budget pay for our ministries. Over the years, members have made gifts to the Endowment Fund from estates, wills, trusts and donations, and all gifts are invested.
Because this is an endowment, only income is withdrawn and the principal is retained to grow and continue to produce income. Thus gifts to the Endowment Fund keep on giving to our church’s program.
The Endowment Fund which is monitored by the Endowment Committee has grown to a value of $1,495,005.11. That is a 5.04% increase for the year to date. Funds are invested in professionally managed stocks and mutual funds. The committee meets regularly to review the status.
Please consider being a part of this by including the Endowment Fund of First United Methodist Church Redondo Beach in your will or trust. It will become the gift that keeps on giving. Information on the fund’s investments is available in the church office or by contacting the committee, which is chaired by Whit Walter.
BeachFaith Kids Summer Performing Arts Camp:
A Day at the Beach
Get ready for some summertime beach tunes, as our Performing Arts camp puts on a new show: A Day at the Beach!
Aug. 15-19; age 3-6th grade.
Mark you calendars now--more info online.
Vacation Bible School 2016: August 1-5
Register Now Online!
We hope you can join us for VBS, for ages 3-8th grade! We'll be looking for young "surfers" to attend, and volunteers of all ages. Registration is open now, and we are looking for volunteers for all sorts of jobs, before, during and after our VBS week.
Sponsored by Children and Family Ministries.
Announcements
Men's Breakfast: Our next breakfast is Monday, June 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.
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, June 10, 10am-noon.--if you haven't tried this quilt-making, this is a great easy way to begin. 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. Located right off of the parking lot across from Epworth Lounge. Any questions email the Nursery Coordinator: Adriana Hwang
- Children's Ministry (age 3 - 3rd Grade): This week children will have an end-of-the-year celebration. Be sure to come have fun and say thank you and goodbye to Meagan! Thank you Grace Saari for organizing the party!!
- Church R Us (Special Class for Grades 4 & 5): We meet in the upstairs classroom above the nursery. This week will will have a party to celebrate the end of the school year! Join us for games and a special craft to thank Meagan for her work with children's ministry.
- Youth Ministry (6th-12th grade):
-No Confirmation Meeting this Tuesday (6/7).
-Youth Group (3-5pm)? Yep! We're doing Youth Group Olympics at Riviera UMC!
Adult Sunday School: Bible Study and Discussion in May Day Parlor. Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:15am. Led by Helen Stockwell.
Thursday Pastor's Bible Study:
Thursday mornings from 11:00-noon, in May Day Parlor. All are welcome.
United Methodist News & Events
Our congregation is a part of the El Tordondo Mission Area, in the West District of the California-Pacific Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church.
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.
Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
"Mark Hayes is a composer/arranger/ pianist based in Kansas City whose music is renowned around the world. He got his degree in piano performance at Baylor University, moved to Kansas City to work as a music editor for Tempo Publishing, and now spends his time writing music for the church and traveling around the world as a clinician and... June 2, 2016--Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
Mark Hayes is a composer/arranger/pianist based in Kansas City whose music is renowned around the world. He got his degree in piano performance at Baylor University, moved to Kansas City to work as a music editor for Tempo Publishing, and now spends his time writing music for the church and traveling around the world as a clinician and guest conductor. When I met Mark in the late 80’s, I was struck by his pianistic skills – more specifically, the way he manhandled the piano into submission to produce the most wondrous sounds. Mark’s writing is superbly crafted, with influences of black gospel and jazz. He’s one of my favorite contemporary writers, and when I arrived at FUMCRB, outgoing choir director Linda told me “You’ll like it here – we have a lot of Mark Hayes in the library.” If you play piano and want some music that will both challenge you and satisfy your appetite for delicious piano music, pick up a book of Mark Hayes piano improvisations. You’ll love it. The anthem this week is a Mark Hayes setting of Psalm 136 – His Love Endures Forever – which has a decidedly Caribbean flavor, and gives the congregation a chance to participate.
The offertory will give our wonderful soprano and alto section leaders - Julie and Sue - a chance to shine with a “top 10” hit from The Messiah – He Shall Feed His Flock. Handel composed The Messiah in 24 days – a remarkable achievement, making you wonder how much coffee he went through. The Messiah debuted in Dublin in 1742 and was heard in London the following year. An interesting side note revolves around the Hallelujah Chorus. The legend is that at the London premier, King George stood up at the beginning of the piece. Maybe to stretch, maybe to scratch – nobody knows why. But if the King stands, everybody stands, and so the tradition of standing for the Hallelujah Chorus began.
We need to send a rousing round of applause to Chuck Hornaday, our illustrious choir member, for his fabulous rendition of Classical Gas last Sunday. That was the kickoff of our series Famous Postludes, and is a very difficult piece to play. I had a few sleepless nights thinking about it, but he and the band nailed it. This week, the band will be playing another iconic instrumental that everybody knows, and which seldom gets played, especially in church. Be there or be sorry.
Father’s Day will feature all of our musical family in a rendition of We Are The World. The children will sing the big tune, the adult choir will be singing the backup harmonies, and the solos will be sung by the youth, all accompanied by the band. If you’d like to sing with us, see me after church Sunday and I’ll give you a copy of the music.
read more here.
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The California-Pacific Conference has introduced Safe Gatherings, an online abuse prevention program that screens and educates staff and volunteers to help prevent abuse of children, youth, and vulnerable adults in group settings.
Our congregation's staff and volunteers are participating in this program which includes an application, background check, and the online training every three years. (Some of you may have already received invitations to participate in the screening or provide a reference for one of our volunteers.)
We are excited to be a part of this new program as we continue to grow and offer a safe space for all.
We have many spots to fill for liturgists on Sunday mornings. The following link will take you the sign up. Please check it out.
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.
Hearing Assistance Devices are available on Sunday mornings. Just ask for one at the audio/video booth in the sanctuary.
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.
Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
"Mark Hayes is a composer/arranger/ pianist based in Kansas City whose music is renowned around the world. He got his degree in piano performance at Baylor University, moved to Kansas City to work as a music editor for Tempo Publishing, and now spends his time writing music for the church and traveling around the world as a clinician and... June 2, 2016--Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
Mark Hayes is a composer/arranger/pianist based in Kansas City whose music is renowned around the world. He got his degree in piano performance at Baylor University, moved to Kansas City to work as a music editor for Tempo Publishing, and now spends his time writing music for the church and traveling around the world as a clinician and guest conductor. When I met Mark in the late 80’s, I was struck by his pianistic skills – more specifically, the way he manhandled the piano into submission to produce the most wondrous sounds. Mark’s writing is superbly crafted, with influences of black gospel and jazz. He’s one of my favorite contemporary writers, and when I arrived at FUMCRB, outgoing choir director Linda told me “You’ll like it here – we have a lot of Mark Hayes in the library.” If you play piano and want some music that will both challenge you and satisfy your appetite for delicious piano music, pick up a book of Mark Hayes piano improvisations. You’ll love it. The anthem this week is a Mark Hayes setting of Psalm 136 – His Love Endures Forever – which has a decidedly Caribbean flavor, and gives the congregation a chance to participate. The offertory will give our wonderful soprano and alto section leaders - Julie and Sue - a chance to shine with a “top 10” hit from The Messiah – He Shall Feed His Flock. Handel composed The Messiah in 24 days – a remarkable achievement, making you wonder how much coffee he went through. The Messiah debuted in Dublin in 1742 and was heard in London the following year. An interesting side note revolves around the Hallelujah Chorus. The legend is that at the London premier, King George stood up at the beginning of the piece. Maybe to stretch, maybe to scratch – nobody knows why. But if the King stands, everybody stands, and so the tradition of standing for the Hallelujah Chorus began.
We need to send a rousing round of applause to Chuck Hornaday, our illustrious choir member, for his fabulous rendition of Classical Gas last Sunday. That was the kickoff of our series Famous Postludes, and is a very difficult piece to play. I had a few sleepless nights thinking about it, but he and the band nailed it. This week, the band will be playing another iconic instrumental that everybody knows, and which seldom gets played, especially in church. Be there or be sorry.
Father’s Day will feature all of our musical family in a rendition of We Are The World. The children will sing the big tune, the adult choir will be singing the backup harmonies, and the solos will be sung by the youth, all accompanied by the band. If you’d like to sing with us, see me after church Sunday and I’ll give you a copy of the music.
read more here.
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The California-Pacific Conference has introduced Safe Gatherings, an online abuse prevention program that screens and educates staff and volunteers to help prevent abuse of children, youth, and vulnerable adults in group settings.
Our congregation's staff and volunteers are participating in this program which includes an application, background check, and the online training every three years. (Some of you may have already received invitations to participate in the screening or provide a reference for one of our volunteers.)
We are excited to be a part of this new program as we continue to grow and offer a safe space for all.
We have many spots to fill for liturgists on Sunday mornings. The following link will take you the sign up. Please check it out.
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.
Hearing Assistance Devices are available on Sunday mornings. Just ask for one at the audio/video booth in the sanctuary.
Connect with us
First United Methodist Church
243 South Broadway
Redondo Beach, California 90277, United States
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