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ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude Gathering and Discipleship Opportunities *Opening Prayer On this day of rejoicing, O God of our ancestors, as we gather to praise you, we remember that through the blood of the Lamb you redeemed us and made us pass over from death to new life. Grant that, as we celebrate your mighty deeds, we may be one with Jesus in offering you this sacrifice of praise. Amen. *Opening Hymn “We Gather Together” UMH #131
Led by Elizabeth Lipford
*Call to Worship L: Have you heard God’s call in your life? P: We’re not sure. Sometimes we think we know what God wants us to do; but at other times things are not very clear. L: Place your trust in the Lord. God is with you always. P: Lord, it is a scary thing to do--to just place our trust in you. L: God is with you. You will be safe. P: Thanks be to God who watches over us and guides us. AMEN. Hymn of Praise “Surely the Presence of the Lord” UMH #328 Led by Jae Moyer Kingdom Kids Moment Julie Gibson Prayer Hymn “O Lord, Hear My Prayer” FWS #2200 Pastoral Prayer
The Lord's Prayer Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Scripture Old Testament: Exodus 12:1-14 Anthem “Rescue”
Elizabeth Lipford, soloist; by Lauren Daigle
Leader: The Word of God for the People of God All: Thanks be to God, Amen. Message “Exodus: Be Ready!” Rev. Ali Haynes Offering “Hallelujah” Laykin Leitnaker, soloist; by Leonard Cohen *Doxology “Praise God...” UMH #95 *Passing the Peace * Sending Song “Hymn of Promise” UMH #707 Led by Jae Moyer *Benediction
Prayers
Happy Birthday/Anniversary to all celebrating this week! Celebrating with Julie Gibson as she meets the final criteria to become a foster parent. Sympathy to those who have lost loved ones recently, including Brilliant Ravindran, on the death of his mother, Saroja Ravindran in India and Betsy Olsen and family, on the death of Ray Olsen Healing/Comfort for: Vera Plenert; Dee Hubbard; Marvin Vogel; Marian Reeves, Carolyn Elledge; Virginia Holdeman Extended Family and Friends: Jean Williams (Cindy Parker’s friend); Johnnie Barker (Dennis Barncord’s father-in-law); Jennifer (Lynn Reilly’s sister; Dianna (Dee Hubbard’s sister); Jan Macy (Betty Burum’s daughter); Esmerelda Ramirez Continued Prayers: Healing for racial tensions across our nation; for those with the coronavirus, and our world, dealing with this pandemic; The future of the UMC; the residents at communities for the elderly as they battle COVID-19; people impacted by addiction; the upcoming school year ** To add someone to this list, email
the prayer chain: [email protected]
or the Church Office: [email protected]
Church Staff
Senior Pastor Rev. Ali Haynes ([email protected])
Music Staff Elizabeth Lipford Jae Moyer
Children & Families Ministry Coordinator Julie Gibson ([email protected])
Head Liturgist Ken McAlpin
Administrative Assistant Suzette Mack ([email protected])
Office: (913) 649-9040 indianheightsumc.org facebook.com/indianheightsumc
Lunch and Book Study with Pastor Ali
Join Pastor Ali Tuesdays from noon-1pm for a time to check in over lunch, and then dive into a book study! This will be via Zoom for now, and the first book we’ll discuss is “What is the Bible” by Rob Bell (available from Amazon or Cokesbury). RSVP to Pastor Ali: [email protected]
Food Pantry Drive!!
Cross-Line Community’s food pantry is in desperate need of non-perishables. We are asking people to bring donations (canned food, paper towels, etc.) to our church on Sunday, September 6. Leave them in the tubs by our front door until dusk. These will be brought inside our building Sunday night, and then delivered to Cross-Lines early in the week. Please do not bring donations except on September 6.
Church Re-Opening Church-related small groups are able to meet again inside the building using social distancing. Please contact your group leader to see if your group will start up again, and any protocols (limits to size of group, etc.). Contact Pastor Ali with questions. Wearing masks is still mandatory inside the building, as is wiping all service areas; please let Suzette know (office) if you plan to meet so we know what rooms are being use and the calendar can be adjusted, and our custodian is aware. Thank you. Note: Wednesday’s Prayer Circle is now meeting at the church in the Sanctuary from 11:15-11:45am weekly. Come and join us!!
Read the September Newsletter for more news!!
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Mark Your Calendars... We don’t have an exact date yet, but there is go-ing to be a “fall auction” type event. Since we can’t meet in person, we are figuring out an alternative way to have our annual, big fall fundraiser for the church. Stay tuned….
For the upcoming stewardship campaign, Pastor Ali will be reaching out to individuals to share their faith story and why they pledge at IHUMC. Stories will be shared during worship in October. If you would like take place in this project, please email Ali at [email protected]. Pastor Ali can come to your home to film your story or arrange for filming to take place at the church.
Indian Heights United Methodist Church 10211 Nall Avenue, Overland Park, KS, 66207
913.649.9040 indianheightsumc.org
IHN Annual Auction
Interfaith Hospitality Network is an agency that assists homeless families in Johnson County. Indian Heights UMC has supported IHN for many years. The annual auction for IHN will be held virtually this year on September 29, from 7-8pm. This Auction is a major support for IHN. Our church is asked to contribute a basket as we have in the past. The contents must be worth $100 minimum. This year the basket’s theme is: “THINGS TO DO DURING A PANDEMIC”. I will purchase items such
as puzzles, games, books, movies, popcorn and brownie mix. The basket will be delivered to the Family Center on September 5. If you would like to contribute to this, send a check to the church with “IHN Auction” on the memo. Please send checks by September 15 to Indian Heights UMC (denote “IHN Auction” on the memo line). If you are interested in purchasing tickets for the auction go to: https://jocoihn.givesmart.com Thank you for your support of this important Outreach to love and care for our neighbors. ~ Carol Grantham
Kingdom Kids News
Kingdom Kids will begin a new series The DO NOTS of DOUGHNUTS on September 13. Who doesn’t love dough-nuts? Did you know that they can help us remember the 10 Commandments? So grab your doughnut and join us for this fun 10 week series! Questions? Contact Julie at [email protected]
