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W O R S H I PF I R S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H
As a courtesy to others, please silence all cell phones/sound-making devices. Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.*
Holy Communion • Baptism • May 3, 2015
F I RST U N I T E D M E T H O D I ST C H U R C H o f Sa N Ta M O N I Ca1008 Eleventh Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258
God is real. God is love. Every person matters. You matter. Together we can change the world.
W E G a T H E R
WElCOME Kurt Poland
PRElUDE Sketch in D-flat (Robert Schumann) Ty Woodward, Organist
*PROCESSIONal HYMN #662 United Methodist Hymnal - Stand Up and Bless the Lord
*Call TO WORSHIP Terri-Rae Elmer, Lay LectorIn the wilderness, water brings life.Seek us out, O God, and take us to the water.In the Word of God, the good news gives light.Seek us out, O God, and fill us with understanding.In the bread and cup, the body of our Savior nourishes everyone.Seek us out, O God, and give us yourself.
*CHORal aCT OF PRaISE"Cry out, and shout, ye people of God; the Lord is strength and song!"
*SHaRING THE PEaCE OF CHRIST Tricia Lindley Please greet those worshipping near you.
Future generations will be faithful to you; generations to come will be told about my Lord.
— Psalm 22:30
Resident BishopMinerva G. Carcaño
West District SuperintendentKathey Michelle Wilborn
Senior MinisterRev. Patricia Farris
Youth & Intergenerational MinistriesRev. Robert English
Children & Family Ministries DirectorKurt Poland
Chaplain in ResidenceRev. Keri Olsen
Claremont School of Theology InternTricia Lindley
Business AdministratorChristina Eddy
Preschool DirectorBatsheva Spector
Assistant to the Preschool DirectorDane Rold
Music DirectorDr. James Smith
OrganistTy Woodward
Lead Coordinator Sarah Rold
Membership and Facilities Coordinator
David [email protected]
Communications DirectorTina Gage
Communications Coordinator Shalimar Carducci
Head CustodianJavier Espinosa
—The Head Usher today is Al Mead. See an usher if you need assistance.
—After today's service, members of our Communion Server Ministry will be taking the communion elements to those who were unable to worship with us.
—Generous gifts to our First UMC Memorial Gift Fund made it possible to fund the long-overdue re-upholstery of our sanctuary pews. We are grateful for this opportunity to upgrade and beautify our sanctuary, providing for the worship of God long into the future here in this space we love so much. Memorial gifts may be made in honor of loved ones. Contact the church office for more details.
—Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are welcome to worship in the Kids Zone in the narthex.
—First UMC takes the care and safety of children seriously. We are a Safe Sanctuary congregation.
—A changing table is provided in the restroom located in the hallway west of the Fireside Room. Please see an usher for directions.
—Flowers at the Reredos: In joyful celebration of the Baptism of Caleb Archibald Eskridge, the 4th generation of family to be baptized at First UMC, from Mike Eskridge.
—Flowers in the Narthex: In celebration of Carmen Casillas' birthday, from his wife Connie and family.
—To request prayers, please fill in a prayer card found in the pew racksand place it in the offering plate.
—If there are Prayer Quilts on the north wall of the sanctuary, you are invited to pray over and tie knots on the quilts.
—Come for refreshments and fellowship in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center after the worship service. We serve Fair Trade coffee.
—Stop by the Hospitality Table in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center during Coffee Fellowship today to ask about membership.
—Giving to the church through your will or trust is the most common way to continue your support beyond your lifetime. When your estate plan is prepared, consider a gift. Join the First UMC Legacy Circle: [email protected].
—Next Sunday: Worship at 10 a.m.; Rev. Patricia Farris will preach.
—Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In May bring canned stews & other meats.
Worship concludes with the Postlude music which prepares us to transition from worship to life in the world. You are invited to remain seated until the Postlude concludes, or to exit quietly.
W E H E a R G O D ’ S W O R D
W E R E S P O N D
W E G O F O R T H T O S E R v E
PRaYER aFTER COMMUNION Tricia LindleyWondrous Vinegrower, you make all things new in water and Word, feeding your people with love, joy, and peace. Lead us today and every day to our font of new beginnings. Amen.
*HYMN #2251 TFWS — We Were Baptized in Christ Jesus
*BENEDICTION
*BENEDICTION RESPONSE
POSTlUDE Rondeau from Sinfonies de Fanfares (Jean Joseph Mouret) Ty Woodward
CHIlDREN’S MESSaGE Kurt Poland #2233 The Faith We Sing — Where Children BelongThis, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, God’s word, bread and cup, prayer and song: This is where children belong.
As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward.
BaPTISM Caleb Archibald Eskridge (see insert)
I Am a Child of GodI am a child of God; You are God’s child, it’s true. Children of God are called to love one another, as Jesus taught to do.
As the congregation sings, the children may go to their Sunday School classes.
OUR MISSION & COMMON lIFE Rev. Robert English We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship, for worship, and for service. Thanks be to God!
THE lESSON Psalm 22:25-31 (Pew Bible page 501, O.T.) Terri-Rae ElmerWord of God, Word of Life. Thanks be to God!
THE GOSPEl John 5:1-4a (Pew Bible page 96, N.T.)Word of God, Word of Life. Thanks be to God!
HOMIlY "Generations to Come" Rev. Patricia Farris
WE OFFER OUR GIFTS & OURSElvES The offering plates will be passed to gather our gifts for the mission and work of the church. You will find an envelope in the pew rack for your offering. Please make checks payable to “First UMC.” We thank you for your generous support for the mission and ministries of the congregation. You will find church brochures at the Coffee Cart as you leave the service. You may also give online at www.santamonicaumc.org, or with the QR code on the insert.
THE OFFERTORY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music Director Recollection of Joy (Donna J. Butler)
I thank my God when I remember you, for He has blessed my life with yours. With ev’ry prayer of mine for you, I’m filled with joy; for I hold you in my heart. And I pray that your love may abound yet more in knowledge and in all judgment: that you may approve excellent things; that you may be sincere being filled with the fruits of righteousness unto the glory and praise of God. Grace to you and peace to you, from God our Father, Christ our Lord. Oh, I thank my God when I remember you.
*RESPONSE #94 UMH — The Doxology
*UNISON PRaYER OF DEDICaTION Rev. Keri OlsenThrough our offerings, O God, give your loving Spirit to a world in need of comfort. Make our many gifts one offering for the world. Amen.
THE SaCRaMENT OF HOlY COMMUNION We will use the Musical Setting beginning on page 2257 in The Faith We Sing hymnal. Gluten-free wafers are available from the servers upon request. The Ushers will guide you in coming forward to receive the communion elements. You may pause at the kneeler to pray or be in silent prayer at your seat.
#2248 TFWS — Baptized in Water#2247 TFWS — Wonder of Wonders#2261 TFWS — Life-giving Bread
Sunday, May 3, 2015
over
sac ra m e n t o f h o ly ba pt i s m † † †† † †
introduction Rev. Patricia FarrisBrothers and Sisters in Christ, from the beginning of Christianity, Baptism has been seen as our entrance into the family of faith. We believe Baptism is an outward and visible sign of the grace of Jesus Christ. It is through this grace that we enter into a special relationship with Christ and are inheritors of the promise of eternal life. Those who receive this sacrament are marked as disciples of Jesus and are part of the fellowship of the universal Christian church.
presentation Michael Lamb, Lay LeaderI am pleased to introduce Caleb arChibald eskridge for Baptism.
those to be baptiZed (Questions to the Parents and Godparents) Rev. Farris
On behalf of the whole church, I ask you: Do you accept the freedom and power God gives you of new life in Christ, resisting evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves?
We do.Rev. Robert English
Do you believe in God the source, the fountain of life; and in Christ, the offspring of God, embodied in Jesus of Nazareth and in the church; and in the liberating Spirit of God, the wellspring of new life?
We do.
Kurt PolandWill you nurture this child in Christ’s holy church, that by your teaching and example he may be guided to accept God’s grace for himself, to profess his faith openly, and to lead a Christian life?
We will.
(To the Congregation) Michael LambDo you, as Christ’s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ?
We do.
Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include this child now before you in your care?
With God’s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround Caleb with a community of love and forgiveness, that he may grow in his trust of God, and be found faithful in his service to others. We will pray for him, that he may be a true disciple who walks in the way that leads to life.
baptism Rev. FarrisCaleb arChibald, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.Amen.
introduction Michael Lamb
Members of the household of faith, I commend Caleb to your love and care. Do all inyour power to increase his faith, confirm his hope, and perfect him in love.
We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome youin Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and inthis congregation of The United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant toparticipate faithfully in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence,our gifts, our service, and our witness, that in everything God may be glorifiedthrough Jesus Christ.
Congregation responds with words printed in bold type.
Sunday, May 3, 2015
over
sac ra m e n t o f h o ly ba pt i s m † † †† † †
introduction Rev. Patricia FarrisBrothers and Sisters in Christ, from the beginning of Christianity, Baptism has been seen as our entrance into the family of faith. We believe Baptism is an outward and visible sign of the grace of Jesus Christ. It is through this grace that we enter into a special relationship with Christ and are inheritors of the promise of eternal life. Those who receive this sacrament are marked as disciples of Jesus and are part of the fellowship of the universal Christian church.
presentation Michael Lamb, Lay LeaderI am pleased to introduce Caleb arChibald eskridge for Baptism.
those to be baptiZed (Questions to the Parents and Godparents) Rev. Farris
On behalf of the whole church, I ask you: Do you accept the freedom and power God gives you of new life in Christ, resisting evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves?
We do.Rev. Robert English
Do you believe in God the source, the fountain of life; and in Christ, the offspring of God, embodied in Jesus of Nazareth and in the church; and in the liberating Spirit of God, the wellspring of new life?
We do.
Kurt PolandWill you nurture this child in Christ’s holy church, that by your teaching and example he may be guided to accept God’s grace for himself, to profess his faith openly, and to lead a Christian life?
We will.
(To the Congregation) Michael LambDo you, as Christ’s body, the church, reaffirm both your rejection of sin and your commitment to Christ?
We do.
Will you nurture one another in the Christian faith and life and include this child now before you in your care?
With God’s help we will proclaim the good news and live according to the example of Christ. We will surround Caleb with a community of love and forgiveness, that he may grow in his trust of God, and be found faithful in his service to others. We will pray for him, that he may be a true disciple who walks in the way that leads to life.
baptism Rev. FarrisCaleb arChibald, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.Amen.
introduction Michael Lamb
Members of the household of faith, I commend Caleb to your love and care. Do all inyour power to increase his faith, confirm his hope, and perfect him in love.
We give thanks for all that God has already given you and we welcome youin Christian love. As members together with you in the body of Christ and inthis congregation of The United Methodist Church, we renew our covenant toparticipate faithfully in the ministries of the church by our prayers, our presence,our gifts, our service, and our witness, that in everything God may be glorifiedthrough Jesus Christ.
Congregation responds with words printed in bold type.
Worship concludes with the Postlude music which prepares us to transition from worship to life in the world. You are invited to remain seated until the Postlude concludes, or to exit quietly.
W E H E a R G O D ’ S W O R D
W E R E S P O N D
W E G O F O R T H T O S E R v E
PRaYER aFTER COMMUNION Tricia LindleyWondrous Vinegrower, you make all things new in water and Word, feeding your people with love, joy, and peace. Lead us today and every day to our font of new beginnings. Amen.
*HYMN #2251 TFWS — We Were Baptized in Christ Jesus
*BENEDICTION
*BENEDICTION RESPONSE
POSTlUDE Rondeau from Sinfonies de Fanfares (Jean Joseph Mouret) Ty Woodward
CHIlDREN’S MESSaGE Kurt Poland #2233 The Faith We Sing — Where Children BelongThis, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, God’s word, bread and cup, prayer and song: This is where children belong.
As the congregation sings, all children are invited to come forward.
BaPTISM Caleb Archibald Eskridge (see insert)
I Am a Child of GodI am a child of God; You are God’s child, it’s true. Children of God are called to love one another, as Jesus taught to do.
As the congregation sings, the children may go to their Sunday School classes.
OUR MISSION & COMMON lIFE Rev. Robert English We thank God for these opportunities for fellowship, for worship, and for service. Thanks be to God!
THE lESSON Psalm 22:25-31 (Pew Bible page 501, O.T.) Terri-Rae ElmerWord of God, Word of Life. Thanks be to God!
THE GOSPEl John 5:1-4a (Pew Bible page 96, N.T.)Word of God, Word of Life. Thanks be to God!
HOMIlY "Generations to Come" Rev. Patricia Farris
WE OFFER OUR GIFTS & OURSElvES The offering plates will be passed to gather our gifts for the mission and work of the church. You will find an envelope in the pew rack for your offering. Please make checks payable to “First UMC.” We thank you for your generous support for the mission and ministries of the congregation. You will find church brochures at the Coffee Cart as you leave the service. You may also give online at www.santamonicaumc.org, or with the QR code on the insert.
THE OFFERTORY The Chancel Choir/Dr. James Smith, Music Director Recollection of Joy (Donna J. Butler)
I thank my God when I remember you, for He has blessed my life with yours. With ev’ry prayer of mine for you, I’m filled with joy; for I hold you in my heart. And I pray that your love may abound yet more in knowledge and in all judgment: that you may approve excellent things; that you may be sincere being filled with the fruits of righteousness unto the glory and praise of God. Grace to you and peace to you, from God our Father, Christ our Lord. Oh, I thank my God when I remember you.
*RESPONSE #94 UMH — The Doxology
*UNISON PRaYER OF DEDICaTION Rev. Keri OlsenThrough our offerings, O God, give your loving Spirit to a world in need of comfort. Make our many gifts one offering for the world. Amen.
THE SaCRaMENT OF HOlY COMMUNION We will use the Musical Setting beginning on page 2257 in The Faith We Sing hymnal. Gluten-free wafers are available from the servers upon request. The Ushers will guide you in coming forward to receive the communion elements. You may pause at the kneeler to pray or be in silent prayer at your seat.
#2248 TFWS — Baptized in Water#2247 TFWS — Wonder of Wonders#2261 TFWS — Life-giving Bread
W O R S H I PF I R S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H
As a courtesy to others, please silence all cell phones/sound-making devices. Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.*
Holy Communion • Baptism • May 3, 2015
F I RST U N I T E D M E T H O D I ST C H U R C H o f Sa N Ta M O N I Ca1008 Eleventh Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258
God is real. God is love. Every person matters. You matter. Together we can change the world.
W E G a T H E R
WElCOME Kurt Poland
PRElUDE Sketch in D-flat (Robert Schumann) Ty Woodward, Organist
*PROCESSIONal HYMN #662 United Methodist Hymnal - Stand Up and Bless the Lord
*Call TO WORSHIP Terri-Rae Elmer, Lay LectorIn the wilderness, water brings life.Seek us out, O God, and take us to the water.In the Word of God, the good news gives light.Seek us out, O God, and fill us with understanding.In the bread and cup, the body of our Savior nourishes everyone.Seek us out, O God, and give us yourself.
*CHORal aCT OF PRaISE"Cry out, and shout, ye people of God; the Lord is strength and song!"
*SHaRING THE PEaCE OF CHRIST Tricia Lindley Please greet those worshipping near you.
Future generations will be faithful to you; generations to come will be told about my Lord.
— Psalm 22:30
Resident BishopMinerva G. Carcaño
West District SuperintendentKathey Michelle Wilborn
Senior MinisterRev. Patricia Farris
Youth & Intergenerational MinistriesRev. Robert English
Children & Family Ministries DirectorKurt Poland
Chaplain in ResidenceRev. Keri Olsen
Claremont School of Theology InternTricia Lindley
Business AdministratorChristina Eddy
Preschool DirectorBatsheva Spector
Assistant to the Preschool DirectorDane Rold
Music DirectorDr. James Smith
OrganistTy Woodward
Lead Coordinator Sarah Rold
Membership and Facilities Coordinator
David [email protected]
Communications DirectorTina Gage
Communications Coordinator Shalimar Carducci
Head CustodianJavier Espinosa
—The Head Usher today is Al Mead. See an usher if you need assistance.
—After today's service, members of our Communion Server Ministry will be taking the communion elements to those who were unable to worship with us.
—Generous gifts to our First UMC Memorial Gift Fund made it possible to fund the long-overdue re-upholstery of our sanctuary pews. We are grateful for this opportunity to upgrade and beautify our sanctuary, providing for the worship of God long into the future here in this space we love so much. Memorial gifts may be made in honor of loved ones. Contact the church office for more details.
—Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building. Parents with young children are welcome to worship in the Kids Zone in the narthex.
—First UMC takes the care and safety of children seriously. We are a Safe Sanctuary congregation.
—A changing table is provided in the restroom located in the hallway west of the Fireside Room. Please see an usher for directions.
—Flowers at the Reredos: In joyful celebration of the Baptism of Caleb Archibald Eskridge, the 4th generation of family to be baptized at First UMC, from Mike Eskridge.
—Flowers in the Narthex: In celebration of Carmen Casillas' birthday, from his wife Connie and family.
—To request prayers, please fill in a prayer card found in the pew racksand place it in the offering plate.
—If there are Prayer Quilts on the north wall of the sanctuary, you are invited to pray over and tie knots on the quilts.
—Come for refreshments and fellowship in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center after the worship service. We serve Fair Trade coffee.
—Stop by the Hospitality Table in Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center during Coffee Fellowship today to ask about membership.
—Giving to the church through your will or trust is the most common way to continue your support beyond your lifetime. When your estate plan is prepared, consider a gift. Join the First UMC Legacy Circle: [email protected].
—Next Sunday: Worship at 10 a.m.; Rev. Patricia Farris will preach.
—Each time we worship, we collect food for the Westside Food Bank. In May bring canned stews & other meats.
May 3, 2015
CHR = Choir Room; CR = Conference Room; CY = Courtyard; FR = Fireside Room; L = Library; MH = Member’s Home; OS = Off Site; S = Sanctuary; SH = Simkins Hall; WR = Work Room (UMW)
W W W . S A N T A M O N I C A U M C . O R G
Scan this QR code with your smart phone to go directly to First UMC’s online giving page.
O P P O R T U N I T I E S a t F U M C
* Sundays at First UMC 8:45 a.m. Youth Handbell Choir Rehearsal, CHR 9 a.m. Lectionary Scripture Discussion, FR 9 a.m. Partnership with God, 101 9:15 a.m. Youth Choir Rehearsal, 300 9:20 a.m. Children’s Choir Rehearsal, Chapel 9:30 a.m. Nursery Care, 204 10 a.m. Worship Service, S 10:10 a.m. Sunday School, Education Bldg. 11 a.m. Fellowship, SH/Alcove 6:15 p.m. UMYF, YL
*Westside Food Bank collection for May: Canned stews & other meats. Highlights
Spring Concert: ELIJAHThe choirs of First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica and Westwood United Methodist Church will combine to present Mendelssohn’s oratorio, “Elijah,” at the First UMC Sanctuary. The combined choir of 70 voices will be joined by a full orchestra and a cast of nine soloists, including baritone Patrick Blackwell singing the role of Elijah. Sunday May 17, 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Admission is free. Voluntary offerings will be received.
Choir Recognition SundayMay 17 is First UMC’s annual Choir Recognition Sunday, when all choirs are recognized and featured during the service. Come and show your appreciation for the gorgeous music these groups present during worship services throughout the year.
Confirmation Prayer SquaresThe Confirmation class has been studying, praying and preparing for Confirmation on May 17. Please tie a knot and say a prayer over each of the prayer squares on the table by the north wall of the sanctuary today.
Methodist Foundation ScholarshipsDeadline to apply is Sunday May 17. For more info visit the Sunday Hospitality Table.
Nepal Relief EffortsUnited Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) continues to be in prayer with the people of Nepal and all who are affected by the earthquake. UMCOR is preparing a response, working through local and international partners. Donations can be made through UMCOR Advance #982450, at www.umc.org.
Despite being in the center of where the earthquake hit, everyone that is living in the Unatti Home for Girls Foundation, which includes five employees and 20 girls (ages 4-20), is safe. Amid the devastation and destruction, a group of the girls handed out first-aid kits and cooked rice and lentils for the thousands of displaced earthquake survivors in their community. Debra Wollitz visited the orphanage just last month.
Today - Baptism • Holy Communion 11 a.m. Preschool Spring Fair, Courtyard/SH 11 a.m. UMW Luncheon for Graduates, FRTuesday, May 5 7:30 p.m. Amadeus Handbell Choir, CHRWednesday, May 6 9 a.m. UMW Workparty and Lunch, WRThursday, May 7 7 p.m. Cross(+)Brew, OS 7 p.m. Chancel Choir, CHRFriday, May 8 7 p.m. C.A.S.T.’s Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. SHSaturday, May 9 1 p.m. C.A.S.T.’s Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. SHSunday, May 10 - Baptism • Mother’s Day 1 p.m. C.A.S.T.’s Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. SH
F O C U S O N
f i r st u n i t e d M e t h o d i st c h u r c h o f sa n ta M o n i ca1008 eleventh street, santa Monica, ca 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258 · [email protected]
ChIldREN’S AFTER SChOOl ThEATER
Come see another exciting performance from C.A.S.T.! The 5th-12th graders present Fiddler on the Roof, Jr., one of Broadway’s enduring masterpieces. Set in the little village of Anatevka, this epic piece of theater tells the story of Tevye, a poor dairyman, as he tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of their small, tight-knit Jewish community of Czarist Russia.
The young actors revel in their parts. Nerea Cabana likes that her character “is independent, smart, nice, and gets what she wants.” Jenny Hudson’s favorite part of being in the show is “practicing scenes because watching everyone rehearse is extremely interesting.” Grace Hunzicker’s favorite part is the song Tradition “because it is a fun scene and it gives you an insight to that time period.” Owen Ing appreciates “how touching the story is.”
One of the adult volunteers, Emily Payne, said “I enjoyed working with the kids this season because I can see the maturity and growth in their acting abilities. Their portrayals of the characters in this show are uplifting!” Don’t miss the show!
Call for (Gently) Used BooksOn June 7, in conjunction with the church’s annual Summerfest picnic, The Missions Council will sponsor its first Used Book Sale to benefit Imagine No Malaria, and is in need of gently used books! Starting May 10, please bring as many stacks, bags and boxes of lightly used books as possible to the church office, to any Sunday worship, or call the church office to make pick-up arrangements.Friday May 8, 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday May 9 & 10, 1 p.m. Simkins hall.
Buy tickets at the door: $5 children/seniors, $10 adults
May 3, 2015
CHR = Choir Room; CR = Conference Room; CY = Courtyard; FR = Fireside Room; L = Library; MH = Member’s Home; OS = Off Site; S = Sanctuary; SH = Simkins Hall; WR = Work Room (UMW)
W W W . S A N T A M O N I C A U M C . O R G
Scan this QR code with your smart phone to go directly to First UMC’s online giving page.
O P P O R T U N I T I E S a t F U M C
* Sundays at First UMC 8:45 a.m. Youth Handbell Choir Rehearsal, CHR 9 a.m. Lectionary Scripture Discussion, FR 9 a.m. Partnership with God, 101 9:15 a.m. Youth Choir Rehearsal, 300 9:20 a.m. Children’s Choir Rehearsal, Chapel 9:30 a.m. Nursery Care, 204 10 a.m. Worship Service, S 10:10 a.m. Sunday School, Education Bldg. 11 a.m. Fellowship, SH/Alcove 6:15 p.m. UMYF, YL
*Westside Food Bank collection for May: Canned stews & other meats. Highlights
Spring Concert: ELIJAHThe choirs of First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica and Westwood United Methodist Church will combine to present Mendelssohn’s oratorio, “Elijah,” at the First UMC Sanctuary. The combined choir of 70 voices will be joined by a full orchestra and a cast of nine soloists, including baritone Patrick Blackwell singing the role of Elijah. Sunday May 17, 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Admission is free. Voluntary offerings will be received.
Choir Recognition SundayMay 17 is First UMC’s annual Choir Recognition Sunday, when all choirs are recognized and featured during the service. Come and show your appreciation for the gorgeous music these groups present during worship services throughout the year.
Confirmation Prayer SquaresThe Confirmation class has been studying, praying and preparing for Confirmation on May 17. Please tie a knot and say a prayer over each of the prayer squares on the table by the north wall of the sanctuary today.
Methodist Foundation ScholarshipsDeadline to apply is Sunday May 17. For more info visit the Sunday Hospitality Table.
Nepal Relief EffortsUnited Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) continues to be in prayer with the people of Nepal and all who are affected by the earthquake. UMCOR is preparing a response, working through local and international partners. Donations can be made through UMCOR Advance #982450, at www.umc.org.
Despite being in the center of where the earthquake hit, everyone that is living in the Unatti Home for Girls Foundation, which includes five employees and 20 girls (ages 4-20), is safe. Amid the devastation and destruction, a group of the girls handed out first-aid kits and cooked rice and lentils for the thousands of displaced earthquake survivors in their community. Debra Wollitz visited the orphanage just last month.
Today - Baptism • Holy Communion 11 a.m. Preschool Spring Fair, Courtyard/SH 11 a.m. UMW Luncheon for Graduates, FRTuesday, May 5 7:30 p.m. Amadeus Handbell Choir, CHRWednesday, May 6 9 a.m. UMW Workparty and Lunch, WRThursday, May 7 7 p.m. Cross(+)Brew, OS 7 p.m. Chancel Choir, CHRFriday, May 8 7 p.m. C.A.S.T.’s Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. SHSaturday, May 9 1 p.m. C.A.S.T.’s Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. SHSunday, May 10 - Baptism • Mother’s Day 1 p.m. C.A.S.T.’s Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. SH
F O C U S O N
f i r st u n i t e d M e t h o d i st c h u r c h o f sa n ta M o n i ca1008 eleventh street, santa Monica, ca 90403
www.santamonicaumc.org · 310-393-8258 · [email protected]
ChIldREN’S AFTER SChOOl ThEATER
Come see another exciting performance from C.A.S.T.! The 5th-12th graders present Fiddler on the Roof, Jr., one of Broadway’s enduring masterpieces. Set in the little village of Anatevka, this epic piece of theater tells the story of Tevye, a poor dairyman, as he tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of their small, tight-knit Jewish community of Czarist Russia.
The young actors revel in their parts. Nerea Cabana likes that her character “is independent, smart, nice, and gets what she wants.” Jenny Hudson’s favorite part of being in the show is “practicing scenes because watching everyone rehearse is extremely interesting.” Grace Hunzicker’s favorite part is the song Tradition “because it is a fun scene and it gives you an insight to that time period.” Owen Ing appreciates “how touching the story is.”
One of the adult volunteers, Emily Payne, said “I enjoyed working with the kids this season because I can see the maturity and growth in their acting abilities. Their portrayals of the characters in this show are uplifting!” Don’t miss the show!
Call for (Gently) Used BooksOn June 7, in conjunction with the church’s annual Summerfest picnic, The Missions Council will sponsor its first Used Book Sale to benefit Imagine No Malaria, and is in need of gently used books! Starting May 10, please bring as many stacks, bags and boxes of lightly used books as possible to the church office, to any Sunday worship, or call the church office to make pick-up arrangements.Friday May 8, 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday May 9 & 10, 1 p.m. Simkins hall.
Buy tickets at the door: $5 children/seniors, $10 adults
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