"Notes from the Pastor" will return on February 23. Pastor Molly is away on a Spiritual Renewal Leave. During this time, we have some excellent preachers scheduled to lead worship. Stephen Hale, who is currently our Seminary Intern as well as Youth Director, will be handling day-to-day pastoral concerns. Rev. Nicole Reilley will also be helping support him in that work. Next week our Seminary intern will share his thoughts in our eNews.
In Worship This WeekSunday, February 5
Lessons from the Sermon on the Mount
"The Kingdom of Salt & Light"
Rev. Nicole Reilley, guest preacher
Matthew 5:13-16
Scripture Text: Matthew 5:13 “You are salt for the Land. But if salt becomes tasteless, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything except being thrown out for people to trample on.
14 “You are light for the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Likewise, when people light a lamp, they don’t cover it with a bowl but put it on a lampstand, so that it shines for everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before people, so that they may see the good things you do and praise your Father in heaven.
John Wesley's Notes Commentary: Matthew 5:13-16
Verse 13
[13] Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.
Ye — Not the apostles, not ministers only; but all ye who are thus holy, are the salt of the earth - Are to season others. Mark 9:50; Luke 14:34.
Verse 14
[14] Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
Ye are the light of the world — If ye are thus holy, you can no more be hid than the sun in the firmament: no more than a city on a mountain - Probably pointing to that on the brow of the opposite hill.
Verse 15
[15] Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.
Nay, the very design of God in giving you this light was, that it might shine. Mark 4:21; Luke 8:16; 11:33.
Verse 16
[16] Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
That they may see — and glorify - That is, that seeing your good works, they may be moved to love and serve God likewise.
-------8:30am in Epworth Lounge
10:30am in the Sanctuary
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Special Music: Children singing at 10:30 with the Chancel Choir - "Let It Shine"
"Let It Shine"
Oh yeah [4x]
It's been a long road but we're finally here
And the view from the top so beautifully clear
We can see for forever not a cloud in the sky
Picture perfect weather everyday of our lives
Just imagine if everything you wanted came true
Well it happened to me so it can happen to you
We're on a journey of truth and belief is the key
So open up your heart and let your life free
Oh
And I feel like I'm glowing
And I like where I'm going
Tonight, I'm showing up to shine
This little light of mine (OK, OK, OK)
I'm gonna let it shine (alright, alright, alright)
This little light of mine (OK, OK, OK)
I'm gonna let it shine (alright, alright, alright)
This little light of mine (OK, alright, OK)
I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
Front to back we're packing, stomping
Clapping, laughing, singing, dancing
Passion ever lasting
When I'm rapping to the track and
Asking everyone to put your hands up
Stand up
Roxanne come take my hand
And make the congregation rock
Celebrating and it feels so good
If I could thank everybody here I would
I feel like I'm finally free and I
Yeah I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready to fly
Yeah, oh
And I feel like I'm glowing
And I like where I'm going
Tonight, I'm showing up to shine
This little light of mine (OK, OK, OK)
I'm gonna let it shine (alright, alright, alright)
This little light of mine (OK, OK, OK)
I'm gonna let it shine (alright, alright, alright)
This little light of mine (OK, alright, OK)
I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
You know it wants to come out
Don't hide your shine, y'all
Now put your hands in sky
'Cause your light is your love
Oh yeah [4x]
This little light of mine (this little light of mine)
I'm gonna let it shine (I'm gonna let it shine)
This little light of mine (yeah)
I'm gonna let it shine (I'm gonna let it shine)
This little light of mine (this little light of mine)
I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, shine
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"THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE"
1. This little light of mine
I'm going to let it shine
Oh, this little light of mine
I'm going to let it shine
Hallelujah
This little light of mine
I'm going to let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
2. Ev'ry where I go
I'm going to let it shine
Oh, ev'ry where I go
I'm going to let it shine
Hallelujah
Ev'ry where I go
I'm going to let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
3. All in my house
I'm going to let it shine
Oh, all in my house
I'm going to let it shine
Hallelujah
All in my house
I'm going to let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
4. I'm not going to make it shine
I'm just going to let it shine
I'm not going to make it shine
I'm just going to let it shine
Hallelujah
I'm not going to make it shine
I'm just going to let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
5. Out in the dark
I'm going to let it shine
Oh, out in the dark
I'm going to let it shine
Hallelujah
Out in the dark
I'm going to let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
They are finishing the sale of specially delivered Valentines to your special friends and loved ones [Sunday] between and after Worship. It's a fund raiser our young people are operating, so get signed up for it. After all, they have to get them delivered next Sunday.
With Sunday's guest preacher being Rev. Nicole Reilley, our church member and frequent leader of worship filling in for Pastor Molly Vetter, we feel right at home as she leads us. Last week we heard Terence Hagans, who had been mentored by Pastor Molly in San Diego. His leadership was...
The Lay Looker by Bob Peterson
The Lay Looker by Bob Peterson
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, February 2, 2016 by Bob Peterson
For Sunday, February 5...
They are finishing the sale of specially delivered Valentines to your special friends and loved ones today between and after Worship. It's a fund raiser our young people are operating, so get signed up for it today, the last day, I'm told. After all, they have to get them delivered next Sunday.
With today's guest preacher being Rev. Nicole Reilley, our church member and frequent leader of worship replacing Pastor Molly Vetter, we feel right at home as she leads us. Last week we heard Terence Hagans, who had been mentored by Pastor Molly in San Diego. His leadership was very well received by one and all. Next Sunday we are again hearing a familiar voice from Stephen Hale as he teaches us. We are fortunate to be able to hear these important leaders from our pulpit.
With our church celebrating Soup-er Bowl Sunday, it's a time to remember our Shared Bread program and if possible contribute items or cash to this on-going Wednesday night event of feeding the hungry. If you volunteer, great. If not, you can do as I do, make a cash donation. They can use it and will use it to further the program. Our church support is the basis for their success over these many years.
While praying for and thinking about Pastor Molly in Paris, France, I remember my very first visit to Paris in 1957. Trying to be a good tourist, I practiced my college French and got nowhere. Thinking back on it, the locals saw me as an American in U. S. clothes, thought I was speaking English and, due to my atrocious pronunciation couldn't understand a word I said. Three days later I was happy to be in London where I had less of a problem being understood.
Coming at Church
Lessons from the Sermon on the MountHear different preachers share about the messages Jesus’ shared in this beloved set of instructions and stories from Matthew’s Gospel. On February 5, we welcome Rev. Nicole Reilley to the pulpit, to teach on Jesus’ call to be “salt and light.” On Feburary 12 and 19, our seminary intern and youth director, Stephen Hale will preach on some of the difficult lessons Jesus gave--as we take what we’ve been taught, and go further.
This Sunday, FEBRUARY 5, is your opportunity to show extra support to Shared Bread – our meal program that feeds the hungry every Wednesday.
This year, we are blessed to have a full pantry of canned goods! Here are some items you can donate instead:
Men’s White Crew Socks
Blankets
Single serve non-perishable food items
Hygiene items (tooth brushes, travel size shampoo, soap, etc.)
Men's Coats
Monetary Gifts
We give thanks for your constant support and volunteerism throughout the year!
Children will be singing with the choir THIS Sunday, Feb 5th!
We will be practicing in Sunday School and rehearsing at 9:30
See you in the sanctuary!
Last Day to Order Valentine Balloon Bouquets!Our youth will be selling and delivering singing Valentine balloon bouquets again this year--watch for them on the patio this Sunday, February 5 to reserve one for someone you love! (Balloons to be delivered on February 12.) All bouquets are one size, for $20. Proceeds support our youth ministry.
Book Club NewsOur next read is “Our Souls at Night,” by K. Haruf,, the story of two older adults and their nightly conversations. We will meet on Tuesday, February 21. If you enjoy good books and lively discussion, please join us. For more information, email Ann
Save the dates for our
next two PNO events:
February 24th
AND March 24th
Drop off your children at church for three hours of programming, starting at 5pm.
The evening costs $20.00 for 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!
Email Children's Ministry to reserve your spot!
Toddlers through 8th grade welcome!
Acolyte Meeting!!When: Sunday, February 12th at 9:30
Who: All 4th-8th graders (with or with out acolyting experience)
Where: Fellowship Hall
Why: To reboot our acolyte program!
See you there!!!
Email Risa with any questions!
A great opportunity to learn something new and give back to the church!
Flower Essence Workshop-
Feb 12 at 9:30am
Join us for "Flower Essence Introduction," a 60-minute interactive workshop presented by our newest church members, Nicholle and Bobby Howard. Learn about the philosophy of self-help through decoctions made from flowers to help you restore emotional harmony and balance. Also, learn the history of the discovery of flower essences and how they are used. At the end of the class you will have an opportunity to mix your own custom formula.*
Nicholle and Bobby are offering this workshop for a $20 love donation that will be given back to our church! It's all happening Sunday, February 12 at 9:30am in Epworth Lounge.
*custom formula mix is an additional $10
January 2017 Finance UpdateAs we begin 2017, we are facing two serious challenges to our budget: We have used almost all of the funds in our Ministerial Support Fund. Also, we ended the 2016 budget year with considerably fewer donations than we had anticipated. Moving into the new year, we project we may have $20,000 fewer in contributions than what we budgeted for last year.
We are looking closely at our budget, to see where we can spend less money. It is my belief that we can trim our expenses without cutting staff or significantly impairing our ability to do the meaningful work of the church. We will be trying some new ways of doing things to save money. We are also inviting you to consider taking a step up in your giving at this moment in the church’s life. This is a time when it would make a clear difference for our congregation to increase your giving to the church.
Even with these challenges that I’ve named, there is so much to celebrate about our generosity. Fifty-three families have already pledged to give more in 2017. This is incredible!
I believe that with $20,000 in additional increased pledged commitments and the same amount of careful reductions in expenses, we could close the gap between our projected income and expenses, while maintaining our incredible staff, meaningful ministry programs and vital worship.
You can also read more about our church budget at the link above. We are able to do so much together!
Mark Your Calendars for Summer 2017!Vacation Bible School: (age 3-8th grade) July 31-August 4
BeachFaith Kids Arts Camp: (K-8th grade) June 26-30
Baja Mission Trip with Inalienable:(youth & adults) July 1-8
United Methodist Summer CampsThis summer, Risa and Stephen are going to be a part of our age-level United Methodist summer camps at Lazy W in San Juan Capistrano, and they want to invite you to come along!
On Sunday, February 19 Cat Holbert, Director of Camp Lazy W, will be visiting our church to answer all of your camp questions. Stay tuned for more info!
See more about Cal-Pac Camps online.
Baja Registration Opens Soon!Thinking about going on Baja Mission 2017 (July 1-8)? Registration opens on February 15th!
Early Registration: $400 (but you have to make your $100 deposit and register by March 15).
Normal Registration: $475 (which requires registration and $100 deposit by May 15).Contact Stephen for more info!
Lent begins March 1; we invite you to join us for a special six-week study and sermon series, about what we believe, and why. Walking through the traditional statements of faith that are a part of our Apostles’ Creed, we will have a chance to look closely at what it means (and doesn’t mean) to say we believe. Based on a new book by United Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton, called Creed, this study will be used across all the age levels of our congregation, to open up conversation and deepen our faith.
An Invitation to LEARN and LEAD: Would you consider serving as a leader for a small group during our Lent this year? For the six weeks of Lent, we will invite people to meet together weekly, in small groups, where we will watch a video lesson that goes with the book, and share in conversation together. Would you be willing to lead or help lead one of those small groups?
From March 1 to April 16, your small group could meet at whatever day and time is good for you, either at your home or the church--it would be up to you to choose options that are good.
If you are willing to lead one of the these groups Rev. Nicole invites you to one of three training sessions; you just need to attend the one that works best for you.
The 30-minute training sessions will be:
Sundays, Feb 5, 12 and 19 after 10:30 worship!
Lessons from the Sermon on the MountHear different preachers share about the messages Jesus’ shared in this beloved set of instructions and stories from Matthew’s Gospel. On February 5, we welcome Rev. Nicole Reilley to the pulpit, to teach on Jesus’ call to be “salt and light.” On Feburary 12 and 19, our seminary intern and youth director, Stephen Hale will preach on some of the difficult lessons Jesus gave--as we take what we’ve been taught, and go further.
This Sunday, FEBRUARY 5, is your opportunity to show extra support to Shared Bread – our meal program that feeds the hungry every Wednesday.
This year, we are blessed to have a full pantry of canned goods! Here are some items you can donate instead:
Men’s White Crew Socks
Blankets
Single serve non-perishable food items
Hygiene items (tooth brushes, travel size shampoo, soap, etc.)
Men's Coats
Monetary Gifts
We give thanks for your constant support and volunteerism throughout the year!
Children will be singing with the choir THIS Sunday, Feb 5th!
We will be practicing in Sunday School and rehearsing at 9:30
See you in the sanctuary!
Last Day to Order Valentine Balloon Bouquets!Our youth will be selling and delivering singing Valentine balloon bouquets again this year--watch for them on the patio this Sunday, February 5 to reserve one for someone you love! (Balloons to be delivered on February 12.) All bouquets are one size, for $20. Proceeds support our youth ministry.
Book Club NewsOur next read is “Our Souls at Night,” by K. Haruf,, the story of two older adults and their nightly conversations. We will meet on Tuesday, February 21. If you enjoy good books and lively discussion, please join us. For more information, email Ann
Save the dates for our
next two PNO events:
February 24th
AND March 24th
Drop off your children at church for three hours of programming, starting at 5pm.
The evening costs $20.00 for 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!
Email Children's Ministry to reserve your spot!
Toddlers through 8th grade welcome!
Acolyte Meeting!!When: Sunday, February 12th at 9:30
Who: All 4th-8th graders (with or with out acolyting experience)
Where: Fellowship Hall
Why: To reboot our acolyte program!
See you there!!!
Email Risa with any questions!
A great opportunity to learn something new and give back to the church!
Flower Essence Workshop-
Feb 12 at 9:30am
Join us for "Flower Essence Introduction," a 60-minute interactive workshop presented by our newest church members, Nicholle and Bobby Howard. Learn about the philosophy of self-help through decoctions made from flowers to help you restore emotional harmony and balance. Also, learn the history of the discovery of flower essences and how they are used. At the end of the class you will have an opportunity to mix your own custom formula.*
Nicholle and Bobby are offering this workshop for a $20 love donation that will be given back to our church! It's all happening Sunday, February 12 at 9:30am in Epworth Lounge.
*custom formula mix is an additional $10
January 2017 Finance UpdateAs we begin 2017, we are facing two serious challenges to our budget: We have used almost all of the funds in our Ministerial Support Fund. Also, we ended the 2016 budget year with considerably fewer donations than we had anticipated. Moving into the new year, we project we may have $20,000 fewer in contributions than what we budgeted for last year.
We are looking closely at our budget, to see where we can spend less money. It is my belief that we can trim our expenses without cutting staff or significantly impairing our ability to do the meaningful work of the church. We will be trying some new ways of doing things to save money. We are also inviting you to consider taking a step up in your giving at this moment in the church’s life. This is a time when it would make a clear difference for our congregation to increase your giving to the church.
Even with these challenges that I’ve named, there is so much to celebrate about our generosity. Fifty-three families have already pledged to give more in 2017. This is incredible!
I believe that with $20,000 in additional increased pledged commitments and the same amount of careful reductions in expenses, we could close the gap between our projected income and expenses, while maintaining our incredible staff, meaningful ministry programs and vital worship.
You can also read more about our church budget at the link above. We are able to do so much together!
Mark Your Calendars for Summer 2017!Vacation Bible School: (age 3-8th grade) July 31-August 4
BeachFaith Kids Arts Camp: (K-8th grade) June 26-30
Baja Mission Trip with Inalienable:(youth & adults) July 1-8
United Methodist Summer CampsThis summer, Risa and Stephen are going to be a part of our age-level United Methodist summer camps at Lazy W in San Juan Capistrano, and they want to invite you to come along!
On Sunday, February 19 Cat Holbert, Director of Camp Lazy W, will be visiting our church to answer all of your camp questions. Stay tuned for more info!
See more about Cal-Pac Camps online.
Baja Registration Opens Soon!Thinking about going on Baja Mission 2017 (July 1-8)? Registration opens on February 15th!
Early Registration: $400 (but you have to make your $100 deposit and register by March 15).
Normal Registration: $475 (which requires registration and $100 deposit by May 15).Contact Stephen for more info!
Lent begins March 1; we invite you to join us for a special six-week study and sermon series, about what we believe, and why. Walking through the traditional statements of faith that are a part of our Apostles’ Creed, we will have a chance to look closely at what it means (and doesn’t mean) to say we believe. Based on a new book by United Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton, called Creed, this study will be used across all the age levels of our congregation, to open up conversation and deepen our faith.
An Invitation to LEARN and LEAD: Would you consider serving as a leader for a small group during our Lent this year? For the six weeks of Lent, we will invite people to meet together weekly, in small groups, where we will watch a video lesson that goes with the book, and share in conversation together. Would you be willing to lead or help lead one of those small groups?
From March 1 to April 16, your small group could meet at whatever day and time is good for you, either at your home or the church--it would be up to you to choose options that are good.
If you are willing to lead one of the these groups Rev. Nicole invites you to one of three training sessions; you just need to attend the one that works best for you.
The 30-minute training sessions will be:
Sundays, Feb 5, 12 and 19 after 10:30 worship!
- Email the office and let us know which session you will attend.
Gently Used Clothing Needed...Do you have some gently used clothing that you would like to donate? Shared Bread is in need of men's jeans, t-shirts, coats/jackets and blankets. It's best to have sizes L and XL and pants waist 32" and up. You can bring all donations to the office during the week or to fellowship hall on Sunday mornings.
If you are a busy person, but would still like to find ways to meaningfully contribute to the community, volunteering for this would be ideal. You would simply need to stop by the market to purchase the milk on the way to church, and drop it off in the kitchen refrigerator in the area marked. If interested in signing up for a week or more, please Email Karin Yorke or give her a call 323-359 6640.
AnnouncementsMen's Breakfast: Our next breakfast is Monday, February 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.
Milk Needed for Shared Bread
Shared Bread is in urgent need of volunteers to donate and deliver milk to the church each week. If you are a busy person, but would still like to find ways to meaningfully contribute to the community, volunteering for this would be ideal. You would simply need to stop by the market to purchase the milk on the way to church, and drop it off in the kitchen refrigerator in the area marked. If interested in signing up for a week or more, please Email Karin Yorke or give her a call 323-359 6640.
AnnouncementsMen's Breakfast: Our next breakfast is Monday, February 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.
Prayer Quilt Ministry: Know someone in need of prayer? You can sponsor a free prayer quilt for them. Our next quilting workshop is Friday, February 10 at 10am. Join us for our monthly quilting workshop. Sue Christmas will lead us in making a "By the Sea" quilt! Even if you haven't tried quilt-making before, 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) Sunday School is back! We're singing in church with the choir! Meet us for rehearsal at 9:30 in the sanctuary. After we sing, we'll head to Sunday school!
Church R Us (Grades 4 & 5): Sunday School is back! We're singing in church with the choir! Meet us for rehearsal at 9:30 in the sanctuary. After we sing, you'll head to Sunday School with Jen!
Youth Ministry (6th-12th grade):
- Middle School Sunday School? Yes!
-Youth Group? Nope! There's some sort of televised event we don't compete with!
-Baja Registration opens Feb 15!
Young Adults (19-not very specific):
We gather together socially on the regular, though somewhat erratically. Contact Stephen Hale in the church office to be kept in the loop!
Adult Sunday School: Bible Study and Discussion in May Day Parlor. Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:15am. Led by Helen Stockwell and Paul Caldwell.
Thursday Pastor's Bible Study:
Thursday mornings from 11:00-noon, in May Day Parlor. All are welcome.
United Methodist News & EventsOur 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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First United Methodist Church of Redondo Beach
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) Sunday School is back! We're singing in church with the choir! Meet us for rehearsal at 9:30 in the sanctuary. After we sing, we'll head to Sunday school!
Church R Us (Grades 4 & 5): Sunday School is back! We're singing in church with the choir! Meet us for rehearsal at 9:30 in the sanctuary. After we sing, you'll head to Sunday School with Jen!
Youth Ministry (6th-12th grade):
- Middle School Sunday School? Yes!
-Youth Group? Nope! There's some sort of televised event we don't compete with!
-Baja Registration opens Feb 15!
Young Adults (19-not very specific):
We gather together socially on the regular, though somewhat erratically. Contact Stephen Hale in the church office to be kept in the loop!
Adult Sunday School: Bible Study and Discussion in May Day Parlor. Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:15am. Led by Helen Stockwell and Paul Caldwell.
Thursday Pastor's Bible Study:
Thursday mornings from 11:00-noon, in May Day Parlor. All are welcome.
United Methodist News & EventsOur 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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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
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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.
Two new ways to help: bring donations of items on Super Bowl Sunday, or volunteer to bring milk for our dinners. See above for both!
Hank Williams is considered to be one of the most significant songwriters of the 20th century. He recorded 35 singles, 5 released posthumously, that reached the top 10 of the Billboard Country and Western best sellers, 11 of which reached #1 (3 posthumously). He was born Hiram King Williams (he changed his name to Hank because he thought it was better for country music) in Mount Olive, Alabama in 1923 and began his music career in 1937 (at the age of 14!) in Montgomery. Although he could not read or write music, he joined the Grand Ole Opry in 1949 after his version of Lovesick Blues became a monster country hit and stayed at #1 for 4 consecutive months. Years of back pain, alcoholism and prescription drug abuse took their toll on his health and he died in 1953 at the age of 29. His song I Saw The Light was inspired in...
Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
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Ongoing Ministries
Two new ways to help: bring donations of items on Super Bowl Sunday, or volunteer to bring milk for our dinners. See above for both!
Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
Music Director, Jim Raycroft, will share upcoming worship music
selections and a little bit of history, too.
Jim Raycroft
Thursday, February 2, 2016 - Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
Hank Williams is considered to be one of the most significant songwriters of the 20th century. He recorded 35 singles, 5 released posthumously, that reached the top 10 of the Billboard Country and Western best sellers, 11 of which reached #1 (3 posthumously). He was born Hiram King Williams (he changed his name to Hank because he thought it was better for country music) in Mount Olive, Alabama in 1923 and began his music career in 1937 (at the age of 14!) in Montgomery. Although he could not read or write music, he joined the Grand Ole Opry in 1949 after his version of Lovesick Blues became a monster country hit and stayed at #1 for 4 consecutive months. Years of back pain, alcoholism and prescription drug abuse took their toll on his health and he died in 1953 at the age of 29. His song I Saw The Light was inspired in 1947 when, during a road trip with his mother at the wheel, she woke him up to tell him "I just saw the light", referring to the lights of Dannelly Field Airport, meaning they were close to Montgomery. It was written in 1947, recorded and released in 1948 and, while it didn't enjoy great success during his lifetime, it became a gospel standard and also became the closing song for all of his shows.
Sandi Patti was born in Oklahoma City to a musical family, her father being a church music director and her mother being a church organist. Growing up in Phoenix and then San Diego, she studied at San Diego State University and Anderson University in Indiana, where she studied voice and conducting. In the late 70's, while studying at Anderson, she began working as a studio singer, recording, among other things, the iconic Juicy Fruit gum commercial. After graduating, she began working with Bill Gaither and Singspiration! Records and built a huge career in the Christian pop world. Throughout the 80's she performed to sold out arenas, stadiums and concert halls, averaging 200 concerts a year and getting the label of the "highest paid singer in Christian music", averaging over $100,000 a performance. After a career setback in the early 90's, she rebuilt her career and began doing pop concerts with orchestras all over the country. These days she has followed in the footsteps of Amy Grant and crossed over from Christian music to pop music, especially Broadway. Shine Down was released on the album From The Heart in 1984.
This week we are joined by the children, who will insert the old familiar This Little Light Of Mine into the choir's anthem. This Little Light Of Mine has been thought to be a spiritual, but there is no evidence to support that. It was first collected and published by John Lomax in 1939 as a folk song. Our anthem was written by Lloyd Larsen, who employed the technique called "Hide-A-Tune" – inserting a familiar tune into an original piece.
United Methodist Women’s Reading Program Any one can read the books and our own local UMW unit will get credit! click here for information about the program.
Thursday, February 2, 2016 - Music Notes by Jim Raycroft
Hank Williams is considered to be one of the most significant songwriters of the 20th century. He recorded 35 singles, 5 released posthumously, that reached the top 10 of the Billboard Country and Western best sellers, 11 of which reached #1 (3 posthumously). He was born Hiram King Williams (he changed his name to Hank because he thought it was better for country music) in Mount Olive, Alabama in 1923 and began his music career in 1937 (at the age of 14!) in Montgomery. Although he could not read or write music, he joined the Grand Ole Opry in 1949 after his version of Lovesick Blues became a monster country hit and stayed at #1 for 4 consecutive months. Years of back pain, alcoholism and prescription drug abuse took their toll on his health and he died in 1953 at the age of 29. His song I Saw The Light was inspired in 1947 when, during a road trip with his mother at the wheel, she woke him up to tell him "I just saw the light", referring to the lights of Dannelly Field Airport, meaning they were close to Montgomery. It was written in 1947, recorded and released in 1948 and, while it didn't enjoy great success during his lifetime, it became a gospel standard and also became the closing song for all of his shows.
Sandi Patti was born in Oklahoma City to a musical family, her father being a church music director and her mother being a church organist. Growing up in Phoenix and then San Diego, she studied at San Diego State University and Anderson University in Indiana, where she studied voice and conducting. In the late 70's, while studying at Anderson, she began working as a studio singer, recording, among other things, the iconic Juicy Fruit gum commercial. After graduating, she began working with Bill Gaither and Singspiration! Records and built a huge career in the Christian pop world. Throughout the 80's she performed to sold out arenas, stadiums and concert halls, averaging 200 concerts a year and getting the label of the "highest paid singer in Christian music", averaging over $100,000 a performance. After a career setback in the early 90's, she rebuilt her career and began doing pop concerts with orchestras all over the country. These days she has followed in the footsteps of Amy Grant and crossed over from Christian music to pop music, especially Broadway. Shine Down was released on the album From The Heart in 1984.
This week we are joined by the children, who will insert the old familiar This Little Light Of Mine into the choir's anthem. This Little Light Of Mine has been thought to be a spiritual, but there is no evidence to support that. It was first collected and published by John Lomax in 1939 as a folk song. Our anthem was written by Lloyd Larsen, who employed the technique called "Hide-A-Tune" – inserting a familiar tune into an original piece.
United Methodist Women’s Reading Program 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.
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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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