Lately, I’ve been overcome with gratitude for the gift of our church community. Several times over the past week, I’ve had occasion to hear of your gratitude. Over and again, I’ve heard about what a difference this church community is making for the people involved and for the community around us.
Last evening, my heart was warmed by the community that gathered to celebrate the 25 years during which we have welcomed hungry people into our Fellowship Hall for Shared Bread. During morning worship yesterday, several of you shared about how you have experienced welcome here and have grown in faith. At Thursday Bible Study, I heard about how meaningful it is to be a part of this community. Every week, I experience the privilege of offering Christ’s grace through the sacrament of Holy Communion. It is a joy and gift to share.
But this church community is just one of the many things for which I am grateful. There are so many blessings around!
As Christians, choosing gratitude does more than give us a better attitude: offering our thanks to God puts us in a posture of humility, and reminds us that we are a part of a life that is bigger than ourselves. We are recipients of blessing and grace that come as gifts from God.
As we celebrate Thanksgiving this week, I invite you to take account of your own gratitude. You can download a prayer worksheet here, which I encourage you to use! Alone or with others, write down specific and particular things that you are grateful for.
We will also be collecting our Thanksgiving Special Offering on Sunday. You can bring your gift in person, send it by mail, or give online (or through OnRealm). Additionally, we encourage you to bring your pledges of financial giving for 2018, for dedication. I look forward to the joy of giving together!
grace and peace,
Pastor Molly
In Worship This WeekSunday, November 26:
Generations of Generosity
"Don't Stop Giving Thanks"
Rev. Molly Vetter, preaching
Ephesians 1:15-23
Ephesians 1:15 For this reason, ever since I heard about your trust in the Lord Yeshua and your love for all God’s people, 16 I have not stopped giving thanks for you. In my prayers I keep asking 17 the God of our Lord Yeshua the Messiah, the glorious Father, to give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you will have full knowledge of him. 18 I pray that he will give light to the eyes of your hearts, so that you will understand the hope to which he has called you, what rich glories there are in the inheritance he has promised his people, 19 and how surpassingly great is his power working in us who trust him. It works with the same mighty strength he used 20 when he worked in the Messiah to raise him from the dead and seat him at his right hand in heaven, 21 far above every ruler, authority, power, dominion or any other name that can be named either in the ‘olam hazeh or in the ‘olam haba. 22 Also, he has put all things under his feet[Ephesians 1:22 Psalm 8:7(6)] and made him head over everything for the Messianic Community, 23 which is his body, the full expression of him who fills all creation.
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John Wesley’s Explanatory Notes
Ephesians 1:15-23
Verse 15
[15] Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints,
Since I heard of your faith and love — That is, of their perseverance and increase therein.
Verse 16
[16] Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers;
I cease not — In all my solemn addresses to God.
To give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers — So he did of all the churches, Colossians 1:9.
Verse 17
[17] That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him:
That the Father of that infinite glory which shines in the face of Christ, from whom also we receive the glorious inheritance, Ephesians 1:18, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation - The same who is the Spirit of promise is also, in the progress of the faithful, the Spirit of wisdom and revelation; making them wise unto salvation, and revealing to them the deep things of God. He is here speaking of that wisdom and revelation which are common to all real Christians.
Verse 18
[18] The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,
The eyes of your understanding — It is with these alone that we discern the things of God. Being first opened, and then enlightened - - By his Spirit.
That ye may know what is the hope of his calling — That ye may experimentally and delightfully know what are the blessings which God has called you to hope for by his word and his Spirit.
And what is the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints — What an immense treasure of blessedness he hath provided as an inheritance for holy souls.
Verse 19
[19] And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,
And what the exceeding greatness of his power toward us who believe — Both in quickening our dead souls, and preserving them in spiritual life.
According to the power which he exerted in Christ, raising him from the dead — By the very same almighty power whereby he raised Christ; for no less would suffice.
Verse 20
[20] Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places,
And he hath seated him at his own right hand — That is, he hath exalted him in his human nature, as a recompence for his sufferings, to a quiet, everlasting possession of all possible blessedness, majesty, and glory.
Verse 21
[21] Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:
Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion — That is, God hath invested him with uncontrollable authority over all demons in hell, all angels in heaven, and all the princes and potentates on earth.
And every name that is named — We know the king is above all, though we cannot name all the officers of his court. So we know that Christ is above all, though we are not able to name all his subjects.
Not only in this world, but also in that which is to come — The world to come is so styled, not because it does not yet exist, but because it is not yet visible. Principalities and powers are named now; but those also who are not even named in this world, but shall be revealed in the world to come, are all subject to Christ.
Verse 22
[22] And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church,
And he hath given him to be head over all things to the church — An head both of guidance and government, and likewise of life and influence, to the whole and every member of it. All these stand in the nearest union with him, and have as continual and effectual a communication of activity, growth, and strength from him, as the natural body from its head.
Verse 23
[23] Which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all.
The fulness of him that filleth all in all — It is hard to say in what sense this can be spoken of the church; but the sense is easy and natural, if we refer it to Christ, who is the fulness of the Father.
John Wesley’s Explanatory Notes
Ephesians 1:15-23
Verse 15
[15] Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints,
Since I heard of your faith and love — That is, of their perseverance and increase therein.
Verse 16
[16] Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers;
I cease not — In all my solemn addresses to God.
To give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers — So he did of all the churches, Colossians 1:9.
Verse 17
[17] That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him:
That the Father of that infinite glory which shines in the face of Christ, from whom also we receive the glorious inheritance, Ephesians 1:18, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation - The same who is the Spirit of promise is also, in the progress of the faithful, the Spirit of wisdom and revelation; making them wise unto salvation, and revealing to them the deep things of God. He is here speaking of that wisdom and revelation which are common to all real Christians.
Verse 18
[18] The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,
The eyes of your understanding — It is with these alone that we discern the things of God. Being first opened, and then enlightened - - By his Spirit.
That ye may know what is the hope of his calling — That ye may experimentally and delightfully know what are the blessings which God has called you to hope for by his word and his Spirit.
And what is the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints — What an immense treasure of blessedness he hath provided as an inheritance for holy souls.
Verse 19
[19] And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,
And what the exceeding greatness of his power toward us who believe — Both in quickening our dead souls, and preserving them in spiritual life.
According to the power which he exerted in Christ, raising him from the dead — By the very same almighty power whereby he raised Christ; for no less would suffice.
Verse 20
[20] Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places,
And he hath seated him at his own right hand — That is, he hath exalted him in his human nature, as a recompence for his sufferings, to a quiet, everlasting possession of all possible blessedness, majesty, and glory.
Verse 21
[21] Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:
Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion — That is, God hath invested him with uncontrollable authority over all demons in hell, all angels in heaven, and all the princes and potentates on earth.
And every name that is named — We know the king is above all, though we cannot name all the officers of his court. So we know that Christ is above all, though we are not able to name all his subjects.
Not only in this world, but also in that which is to come — The world to come is so styled, not because it does not yet exist, but because it is not yet visible. Principalities and powers are named now; but those also who are not even named in this world, but shall be revealed in the world to come, are all subject to Christ.
Verse 22
[22] And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church,
And he hath given him to be head over all things to the church — An head both of guidance and government, and likewise of life and influence, to the whole and every member of it. All these stand in the nearest union with him, and have as continual and effectual a communication of activity, growth, and strength from him, as the natural body from its head.
Verse 23
[23] Which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all.
The fulness of him that filleth all in all — It is hard to say in what sense this can be spoken of the church; but the sense is easy and natural, if we refer it to Christ, who is the fulness of the Father.
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8:30 am in Epworth Lounge10:30 am in the Sanctuary
Special Music: "His Love Endures Forever," by Mark Hayes, sung by the Chancel Choir
Hallelujah hallelu
The Lord Jehovah reigns
He is the same from age to age
His love will never change
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Give thank to the Lord for He is good
-His Love endures forever
Give thanks to the God of gods
-His Love endures forever
O, give thanks to the Lord of lords
-His Love endures forever
Through Him alone Who does great works
-His Love endures forever
By His understanding made the heavens
-His Love endures forever
Who made the great and shining lights
-His Love endures forever
The mighty sun to rule the day
-His Love endures forever
And, the moon and the stars to rule at night
-His Love endures forever
Chorus:
Hallelujah Ha-allelu The Lord Jehovah reigns
He is the same from age to age
His love will never change......
God.., Who let His children through the wilderness
-His Love endures forever
And, struck down many mighty kings
-His Love endures forever
And, gave to them an inheritance
-His Love endures forever
the Promise Land for Israel
-His Love endures forever
Chorus:
Hallelujah Ha-allelu The Lord Jehovah reigns
He is the same from age to age
His love will never change......
He remembered us in our low estate
-His Love endures forever
And, freed us from our enemies
-His Love endures forever
to every creature He gives food
-His Love endures forever
Give thanks to the God of heavens
chorus:
-His Love endures forever
-His Love endures forever
-His Love.........endures for......e......ver
(ending)
For ever and ever
His Love endures (chorus)
For ever and e.......ver
His Love endures (chorus)
For ever and e......ver
His Love endures for ever (chorus)
Last Sunday as the presentation began about our annual Stewardship Campaign, we viewed a family film show including Linsey and her family, including Mattie and Brooke Miller. Then, Linsey Miller spoke about giving generously as have several generation before us. It made me think of the many who have served our church for over one hundred years and their faith in planning, giving and making it what it is today. Now, we are asked to do that much and more for our fellow worshipers who will use these facilities and more as they search for ways to follow Jesus and his teachings. Join us today as we help our financial committee plan next year's budget and programs.Now that Thanksgiving...
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Thursday, November 23, 2017
Bob PetersonBob Peterson's popular column for the Mainsail has found new life, online! Read his view from the pews about church life and community news. You'll enjoy keeping up with the many good things happening in our congregation!
Thursday, 23 November 2017 by Bob Peterson
Last Sunday as the presentation began about our annual Stewardship Campaign, we viewed a family film show including Linsey and her family, including Mattie and Brooke Miller. Then, Linsey Miller spoke about giving generously as have several generation before us. It made me think of the many who have served our church for over one hundred years and their faith in planning, giving and making it what it is today. Now, we are asked to do that much and more for our fellow worshipers who will use these facilities and more as they search for ways to follow Jesus and his teachings. Join us today as we help our financial committee plan next year's budget and programs.
Now that Thanksgiving is past us, we look forward to Christmas and the celebration of the birth of Jesus, which changed the world for you and me and, hopefully will bring peace to us all. Don't miss these Advent season worship services for they can be the most meaningful of all.
If you are over-heated in the sanctuary, then come on down front and sit. It's a bit lower in elevation and could be a bit cooler than the rear of our sanctuary. Also, if you need a quick exit, the door on the left opens right onto Torrance Blvd, no stairs, and just one block from the cool Pacific Ocean.
Last week I saw Pastor Molly's husband sitting with a couple and said, if it's Thanksgiving week, these people must be relatives. Matt introduced me to his brother and wife (and two children) who live in Downey, a few miles East of here. Actually, there were several families with relatives gathered here for the beginning of Thanksgiving week. Welcome to you all. Come again.
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Coming at Church
Read stories from church members about "Generations of Generosity" on our website!
Generations of Generosity:
Stewardship for 2018
This fall, join us in telling stories about generosity in our lives. We invite you to reflect on these questions:
- Who taught you to be generous?
- Why is it important to be generous as a Christian?
- What are some of the church ministries you are glad to be able to support?
Celebrating 25 Years of Shared BreadLast Sunday afternoon's celebration of 25 years in service to the community through Shared Bread was a beautiful gathering. Thank you to everyone who make the party happen (especially Nina Dooley, Caroline Dawes and our BeachFaith Youth). Even more, thank you to everyone who has helped continue the ministry of Shared Bread, as we welcome hungry people here at church every Wednesday night, offering food and compassion.
At the reception, we added details onto a giant timeline of our 25 years--stop by the Hall on Sunday and see a glimpse of some of the incredible ways God has been at work through this ministry.
25th Anniversary t-shirts, aprons mugs are now available online!
Ready to be involved in helping prepare the event? Sign up to help with a task or by bringing something. Or contact the church office.- All-Church Advent Party - Dec 3
Besides dinner, we will also have ways that you can get your heart and home ready for Christmas: make crafts, buy fair-trade artisan gifts, prepare an Advent wreath to use at home, make placemats for Shared Bread, decorate the church, make a gingerbread house.
Children's Christmas Pageant is December 10th.Join us on December 10th, during 10:30 am
Worship for a very special retelling of the Christmas story, presented by our BeachFaith Kids!
No Pageant Rehearsal This Week
There will be no Christmas Pageant rehearsal this Sunday, November 26th.
We resume on December 3rd and attendance is mandatory!
There will be no Christmas Pageant rehearsal this Sunday, November 26th.
We resume on December 3rd and attendance is mandatory!
Love Thy Neighbor Shirts are Back!Love Thy Neighbor Shirts are back, just in time for Christmas!
This time, we've made two changes. First, they're available in women's sizes! Second, they're printed on the nicer T-shirt material. In fact, they're the same T-Shirts we used in our BeachFaith T-Shirts a couple years ago.
Orders are due on December 3, and we expect to have them back by December 14!
Click here to order online!
Women's Retreat: Spring 2018, March 9-11
All women are invited!
Our topics will include:
· Why friendship with God matters
· Loving ourselves—isn't that being selfish? (Nope)
· How loving others is loving God
Limited space available – reserve your spot TODAY!
CLICK HERE for more info.
During Advent this year, we invite you to pause. Light candles, pray and draw near to Christ.
We will offer resources for praying at home and with your family. Here is a devotional we recommend; our Family Ministries will also have free devotionals available for families (of all ages) this Sunday at on December 3.
This is a season in which we wait for the coming of Christ, not with frenetic impatience, but with a hope-filled pause.
Mark Your Calendars for Advent Events!
December 3: All-Church Advent Event in Fellowship Hall, from 4-6 pm, with soup, crafts, & singing.
- December 10: Children's Christmas Pageant (10:30 am Worship)
- December 17: Walk to the Manger (10:30 Worship)
- December 24: 8:30 worship. 10:30 am worship with the Christmas Story According to St. Luke.
- Candlelight Christmas Eve Family Worship at 5 pm.
- Candlelight Communion Worship at 11 pm.
We will collect a special Thanksgiving Offering on Sunday, November 26, during our worship services. We hope it will be an occasion for you to consider what gratitude you have for this past year.
You can also give online via our website or OnRealm.
Did You Know: View Your Church Giving Record
You can log onto OnRealm, our cloud-based church directory, to view or print a record of your giving to the church. You can also set up or manage secure, electronic giving to the church. Arrange a one-time gift or a recurring donation. Plus, you can access contact information for other church members, to better stay in touch with the community! If you don't already have a login, contact the office for an invitation to join.
Drop off your children at church for three hours of programming, starting at 5 pm.
The cost is $20.00 for the first child ($10 for the 2nd, $5 for 3rd+) and includes dinner.
Enjoy an evening out while your kids play games, make crafts, and enjoy fellowship!
It's a great night for all!
We request all spots be reserved by the Wednesday prior to the event.
Email Children's Ministry to save a spot!
Announcements
Men's Breakfast: Our next breakfast is Monday, December 4, 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.
Prayer Quilt Ministry: Join us for our monthly quilting workshop Friday, December 8, 10 am - noon in the choir room. Even if you haven't tried quilt-making before, this is a great way to begin. We also invite you bring a 10" quilt block of a flower to contribute to a group quilt. Know someone in need of prayer? Anyone can sponsor a free prayer quilt. The Quilt Request Form is online or in the church office.
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.
All-Church Charge Conference, December 18 at 7 pm in Epworth Lounge: All church members are invited to participate in our annual Church Charge Conference. At this open meeting, we will report on our ministries from the past year, and name goals and direction moving forward. We will officially nominate leaders for our administrative committees, along with other business. Our Conference will be led by our West District Superintendent, Rev. Mark Nakagawa.
Book Club, Tuesday, Nov 28: The next meeting of the book club will be Tuesday, Nov. 28, in May Day Parlor. Sally Donner will lead our discussion of "The Glass Castle," by Jeanette Walls. For more information, contact Ann Gallagher.
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):
Preschool-3rd Grade Sunday School begins at 10:30 upstairs and children must be signed in by parents. Students will be accompanied back to the church service to join their families for communion after Sunday School.
Each family will be getting some very special advent activities this week! Join us!
Church R Us (Grades 4 & 5): This week, come straight to the upstairs Sunday School class at 10:30, we're making turkey placemats for Shared Bread!
Come to the Fellowship Hall at 9:30 for our first Christmas Pageant Rehearsal!
Youth Ministry (6th-12th grade):
-Middle School Sunday School? Yep!
-Youth Group(2-4pm on Sunday)? Yep! We're starting to talk about Advent!
Young Adults (19-not very specific):
We are starting a new group ! We plan to meet once a week to discuss our faith, and how that relates to the real world. Interested? Click here to share your preferences regarding timing.
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:
We usually meet Thursday mornings from 11:00-noon, in May Day Parlor. All are welcome. (We will not meet on Thanksgiving Day.)
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.
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Ongoing Ministries
Free Meal on Wednesday NightsOffering food and friendship to those in need, every Wednesday night since 1992. More info here.
DESSERTS FOR SHARED BREAD
Our dessert supply is still low! Would you like to help? Homemade treats are treasured by our guests – but purchased treats would be wonderful, as well. Please wrap desserts tightly and mark for Shared Bread. Deliver Sunday (when you come for church) through Wednesday to the church kitchen (or the office if kitchen is closed.) Wednesday deliveries
should be here by 4:00pm to help us plan our meal better. THANK YOU!
Old 100th is one of the most familiar hymn tunes in the hymnbook. It was first published in the collection Pseaumes Octante Trois de David (1551) and is usually attributed to French composer Louis Bourgeois (1510-1560). It was first associated with the words from Psalm 134 - “You faithful servants of the Lord”, but got its name - Old 100th - from a later association with Psalm 100 - “All people that on Earth do dwell”. The text we sing today was written in 1674 by Thomas Ken, who was a clergyman in the Church of England. It was originally the final verse of a longer hymn entitled Awake, My Soul, and With the Sun, though today it is most commonly sung by itself as a doxology.Mark Hayes is a composer/arranger/pianist based in Kansas City whose music is renowned around...
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Thursday, November 23, 2017 - Music Notes
Music Director, Jim Raycroft, will share upcoming worship music
selections and a little bit of history, too.
Jim Raycroft
Thursday, 23 November 2017 by Jim Raycroft
Old 100th is one of the most familiar hymn tunes in the hymnbook. It was first published in the collection Pseaumes Octante Trois de David (1551) and is usually attributed to French composer Louis Bourgeois (1510-1560). It was first associated with the words from Psalm 134 - "You faithful servants of the Lord", but got its name - Old 100th - from a later association with Psalm 100 - "All people that on Earth do dwell". The text we sing today was written in 1674 by Thomas Ken, who was a clergyman in the Church of England. It was originally the final verse of a longer hymn entitled Awake, My Soul, and With the Sun, though today it is most commonly sung by itself as a doxology.
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.
Lauren Daigle is a singer/songwriter from Lafayette, Louisiana, where she grew up surrounded by the musical influences of Cajun, Zydeco and Blues. Her first solo album, How Can It Be, was released in April of 2015 and ultimately went gold. In 2015, the GMA (Gospel Music Awards) awarded her the title of New Artist of the Year, and her single How Can It Bewas awarded Song of the Year. The following year, she won the GMA Dove Awards for Artist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, and Best Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year, with her single Trust in You. Her song First was also nominated for a Dove Award for Song of the Year in 2016, and won the title of Song of the Year from the K-Love Fan Awards. If you saw the movie Blade Runner 2049, you would have heard her song Almost Human.
This week we're introducing yet another new tune to our sing along repertoire, this time from the Sidewalk Prophets, called Impossible. It's a great chance to unleash our wonderful drummer, Ed. Impossible was released in 2015 on the album Something Different.
In Advent, watch for some of the most gloriously beautiful music you've ever heard from the choir. The modern classic Ave Maria by Franz Biebl, the Candlelight Carol by John Rutter and an Argentinian Christmas song arranged by local composer Ariel Quintana are all on the bill, as well as a reprise of last year's spiritually uplifting The Christmas Story According to St. Luke, where the choir tells the story of Christmas using a combination of familiar carols, with narration by Pastor Molly.
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Psalm 136:1 Give thanks to Adonai, for he is good,
for his grace continues forever.
2 Give thanks to the God of gods,
for his grace continues forever.
3 Give thanks to the Lord of lords,
for his grace continues forever;
4 to him who alone has done great wonders,
for his grace continues forever;
5 to him who skillfully made the heavens,
for his grace continues forever;
6 to him who spread out the earth on the water,
for his grace continues forever;
7 to him who made the great lights,
for his grace continues forever;
8 the sun to rule the day,
for his grace continues forever;
9 the moon and stars to rule the night,
for his grace continues forever;
10 to him who struck down Egypt’s firstborn,
for his grace continues forever;
11 and brought Isra’el out from among them,
for his grace continues forever;
12 with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm,
for his grace continues forever;
13 to him who split apart the Sea of Suf,
for his grace continues forever;
14 and made Isra’el cross right through it,
for his grace continues forever;
15 but swept Pharaoh and his army into the Sea of Suf,
for his grace continues forever;
16 to him who led his people through the desert,
for his grace continues forever;
17 to him who struck down great kings,
for his grace continues forever;
18 yes, he slaughtered powerful kings,
for his grace continues forever;
19 Sichon king of the Emori,
for his grace continues forever;
20 and ‘Og king of Bashan,
for his grace continues forever;
21 then he gave their land as a heritage,
for his grace continues forever;
22 to be possessed by Isra’el his servant,
for his grace continues forever;
23 who remembers us whenever we are brought low,
for his grace continues forever;
24 and rescues us from our enemies,
for his grace continues forever;
25 who provides food for every living creature,
for his grace continues forever.
26 Give thanks to the God of heaven,
for his grace continues forever.
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Looking for a Way to Volunteer? The Welcome Team is looking for volunteers who can help about once a month between the two services and/or immediately after the 10:30 service. Go to our "Want to Help" page to learn more about this awesome ministry, as well as several other current ways you can lend a hand in ministry.
Calling All Gardeners!Do you have a couple hours once or twice a month to help maintain our beautiful church gardens? Tasks would include pruning, planting, weeding and watering. Whatever you can help with, we'd love to have you join our team! Duties could change seasonally. Sign up through the church office, or by talking with Jody Wilkinson.
Looking for a Way to Volunteer? The Welcome Team is looking for volunteers who can help about once a month between the two services and/or immediately after the 10:30 service. Go to our "Want to Help" page to learn more about this awesome ministry, as well as several other current ways you can lend a hand in ministry.
Our UMW is back to their regular meeting times.Circle Meeting Time- Naomi Circle 2nd Tuesday @ 10:00 am
- Hannah Circle 2nd Tuesday @ 7:00 pm
- Mary Circle 4th Monday @ 7:00 pm
United Methodist Women’s Reading Program: There are many titles to choose from with new ones added every year! Books are available in the UMW library located in May Day Parlor. Any one can read the books and our own local UMW unit will get credit! click here for information about the program.
Support missions through recycling!
Bring your plastic bottles, aluminum cans AND CRV glass bottles to church every Sunday. By recycling we can support Corazon, Crop Walk, Habitat for Humanity and some of the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) programs: Syrian refugee relief, eradicating hunger, clean water, ending malaria and fighting HIV/AIDS. Please bring your cans and bottles.
Sunday Worship Liturgist Sign Up
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.
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First United Methodist Church
243 South Broadway
Redondo Beach, California 90277, United States
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