CRFUMC Worship Experiences for 5.7.23
Liturgical Week: 5th Sunday of Easter
Liturgical Color: White
Special Musical Guest (Both Services): WireWood Station
9 a.m. Modern Worship
Welcome to the Modern Worship Service
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
If you are new to us, please fill out a Thank You for Joining Us! Card. If you have a prayer request you can fill out the prayer request card and turn them in when the plates are passed during the offering. These cards can be found in the pews.
You can let us know you are joining us in worship by going to this site on your smartphone:
https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc or by scanning the QR code on the front of the bulletin. You can also register in person at the back of the Sanctuary.
During the offering time you can give online with the QR code or with the link https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc You can also drop an offering in the offering plates as they come by.
Are you interested in becoming a part of the Castle Rock FUMC family? Please speak to Pastors to find out when you would like to join our Church Family
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
If you are new to us, please fill out a Thank You for Joining Us! Card. If you have a prayer request you can fill out the prayer request card and turn them in when the plates are passed during the offering. These cards can be found in the pews.
You can let us know you are joining us in worship by going to this site on your smart phone:
https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc or by scanning the QR code on the front of the bulletin. You can also register in person at the back of the Sanctuary.
During the offering time you can give online with the QR code or with the link https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc You can also drop an offering in the offering plates as they come by.
Opening Music
Today we welcome Special Guest Musicians
WireWood Station
Welcome and Greeting
Music Congregation to Sing
Tis So Sweet
Opportunities for Linking into Our Church
Offering
You can give online with the QR code or with the link https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc
Offering Music
Time of Prayer Led by Rev. Sarah Steidtmann
Music
We Hear The Word Proclaimed
Scripture Reading
Proverbs 11:25
Scripture Reading Response
Liturgist: The Scriptures of Faith for the people of faith.
All Thanks be to God, Amen.
Sermon Title: Give All You Can.
Given by Rev. Matt Franks Senior Pastor At Castle Rock FUMC
Service of Holy Communion
Words will be on the Screen
Bring your 2023-204 Commitment Cards with you to drop in the basket.
Closing Words
During this time, we invite you to stand as you are able and hold hands with your neighbor as you feel comfortable.
Closing Music
Are you interested in becoming a part of the Castle Rock FUMC family?
Please speak to Pastors to find out when you would like to join our Church Family.
10:45 Traditional Worship at Castle Rock FUMC
+= stand if you are able
Prelude
Today we welcome Special Guest Musician John Redmon
Welcome & Greeting
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
If you are new to us, please fill out a Thank You for Joining Us! Card. If you have a prayer request you can fill out the prayer request card and turn them in when the plates are passed during the offering. These cards can be found in the pews.
You can let us know you are joining us in worship by going to this site on your smart phone:
https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc or by scanning the QR code on the front of the bulletin. You can also register in person at the back of the Sanctuary.
During the offering time you can give online with the QR code or with the link https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc You can also drop an offering in the offering plates as they come by.
Prelude
Today we welcome Special Guest Musicians
WireWood Station
Welcome & Greeting
Thank you for joining us in worship today.
If you are new to us, please fill out a Thank You for Joining Us! Card. If you have a prayer request you can fill out the prayer request card and turn them in when the plates are passed during the offering. These cards can be found in the pews.
You can let us know you are joining us in worship by going to this site on your smart phone:
https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc or by scanning the QR code on the front of the bulletin. You can also register in person at the back of the Sanctuary.
During the offering time you can give online with the QR code or with the link https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc You can also drop an offering in the offering plates as they come by.
Opening Hymn
Tis So Sweet VS. 1,2,4
Call To Worship
One: Every generous act of giving comes out of God’s love for us.
All: Lord, may we be people of generous and abundant gifts for others.
One: Be ready to listen. Be slow to react with bitterness and anger.
All: Lord, prepare us to be the peaceful people we are called to be.
One: Keep your hearts and spirits ready to serve the Lord.
All: Lord, open our hearts to hear and respond to your words of life through ministries of hope and peace. Amen.
The Gospel Reading John 14:1-4
Hymn Amazing Grace. Vs. 1,2,4
We Pray Together
Congregational Prayer Rev. Sarah Steidtmann
All: Lord of mercy and abundant love, we have gathered here this day to hear your healing words of compassion. May our hearts be transformed by your love. Help us to become more faithful servants in our thoughts, words, and deeds. Show us ways to encourage one another on our journey of faith.
The Pastoral Prayer Rev. Sarah Steidtmann
The Lord’s Prayer found in the UMH 895
Music By WireWood Station
Opportunities for Connection and Service
To help stay connected to the Church you can find all of our social media presence here: https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc
Sharing of Our Tithes and Offerings
You can give online with the QR code or with the link https://linktr.ee/castlerockfumc
You can also drop an offering in the offering plates as they come by.
Offering Music by WireWood Station
We Hear The Word Proclaimed
Scripture Reading
Proverbs 11:25
Scripture Reading Response
Liturgist: The Scriptures of Faith for the people of faith.
All Thanks be to God, Amen.
Sermon Title: Give All We Can
Given by Rev. Matt Franks Senior Pastor at
Castle Rock FUMC
Service of Holy Communion
Words will be on the Screen
Bring your 2023-204 Commitment Cards with you to drop in the basket.
Benediction
Postlude WireWood Station
Are you interested in becoming a part of the Castle Rock FUMC family?
Please speak to Pastors to find out when you would like to join our Church Family.
The Sunday Link for the Week of May 7th 2023
2023-2024 Stewardship Campaign: John Wesley the founder of the Methodist movement, gave a remarkable sermon called “The Use of Money.” In it, he said that the important thing isn’t money itself but how we use it. Wesley’s surprising advice still rings true today: earn all you can, save all you can, give all you can. Our 2023-2024 emphasis will be center around John Wesley’s use of Money looking at the book: Earn. Save. Give.: Wesley’s Simple Rules for Money, developed by popular author and pastor James A. Harnish. Today you will be given stewardship campaign cards. Please begin praying on how much you are willing to commit to 2023-2024 fiscal year. On April 2nd we will offer a Breakfast. and on May 7th we will have our Commitment Sunday.
The Castle Rock Orchestra will present its spring concert on Sunday, May 7, 3 pm, in the church sanctuary. The theme for this concert is Broadway musicals and will include music from Les Miserables, Chicago, West Side Story, and many other Broadway favorites.
Help and Hope May Food Drive: Missions Team is holding another food drive with all donations going to the Help & Hope food pantry. The need is great, especially for foods like peanut butter, beans, canned fruit and vegetables and baby items such as formula and diapers. Remember to add an extra item or two to your grocery cart the next time you go to the store. Items can be brought to the church at anytime, but all need to be there by Sunday, May 14th (Mother’s Day). Thank you.
Seniors Graduating Sunday, May 21: We are honoring our high school and college graduates. If you have a son or daughter, grandson or granddaughter graduating this spring, please let the office know so they can be added to our day of recognition. Please email or drop your graduate’s photo off at the office before May 11.
Church grounds spring clean-up is scheduled for Tuesday, May 23 at 6 pm.
Church Grounds Mowing: With the summer months upon us we need people to assist with mowing the Church grounds. If you are interested, we will have a signup sheet located at the welcome desk.
Tuesday Morning Bible Study meets from 9:30 -11 am on Tuesdays and is currently studying Adam Hamilton’s 24 Hours that Changed the World. This group is open to anyone who wishes to study Scripture, people, and events of the Bible up close. New members and drop-ins are welcome. On May 16, we’ll begin a 6-week study of Adam Hamilton’s latest book Luke: Jesus and the Outsiders, Outcasts, and Outlaws
NEW! Monday evening contemporary issues group begins a news study in May: The Way of the Heart by Henry M Nouwen. Zoom Sessions begin on Monday, May 1 (in person) and on Friday, May 5 (Zoom) and end on May 22 and 26. Time for both session is 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
The Bell Choir is happening! Chancel Choir Director Nancy Docksey is adding names to those interested in being a part of this music ministry. If you haven’t yet signed up, contact her in person at the 10:45 service welcome time or by phone or text (303-877-9085). A meeting time will be determined by those interested in forming a new bell choir.
Little Library Reminder: browse and borrow freely or trade in one at a time. Please do not bring boxes of books.
Coffee Chat Tuesdays at the Phillip Miller Library in Castle Rock offer coffee, conversation, and games every Tuesday from 8 - 11 am in the Sue Meacham Reading Room for seniors and adults looking for socialization.
Church Hospitality Team: I would love to craft a Church Hospitality Team that would focus on the many ways we can be a hospitable place when our doors are open. If you are interested in this team, please let me know.
Church Outreach Team: I would love to craft a Church Outreach Team that would focus on opportunities for outreach, connection, and reconnection to the Church. If you are interested in this team, please let me know.
Outdoor Chapel: We will return to our Summer Schedule on May 28 The Outdoor Chapel Service will be at 8:30 a.m. and The Modern Service at 10 a.m. For us to do the outdoor chapel successfully we need all the help we can get. We need help with setup and tear down along with people driving the golf cart. If this is a way you want to serve let's talk.
Please contact the church office for links to these Zooms:
· Stephen Ministry Supervision meets the second and fourth Thursdays at 6:30 pm
· Rev. Sarah’s Contemporary Discussion Group, Zoom Sessions: Fridays at 6:30
· Coffee Time with Rev. Sarah, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Event Reminders
· May 7: Castle Rock Orchestra (Broadway Music) Concert, 3 pm, church sanctuary
· May 11: Leah and Love Circles of UWF potluck luncheon and program; Fellowship Hall, 11:45 am
· May 14: Mother’s Day; Jon Sousa, guest musician
· May 17: Knot Again 6-8:30 pm
· May 18: Men’s luncheon, Pegasus, 11:30
· May 21: Honoring our high school and college graduates
· May 23: Church grounds spring clean-up, 6 pm
· June 4: First Sunday in the Outdoor Chapel at 8:30; contemporary service at 10 am
· June 4-9 : Youth Mission Trip to New Mexico
Youth News
Youth Meet Up @First United Methodist Church Sunday May 7th - 8:30am - 10:30am
Our usual mix of activities and discussion!
All Families Game Night @First United Methodist Church Thursday May 18th - 6pm - 8pm This will be a game night open to EVERYONE in the fellowship hall! Please bring food (AND YOUR FAVORITE GAMES) to share!
Senior Sunday @First United Methodist Church Sunday May 21st
Our annual time to honor our graduating Seniors (High School AND College). If you have a student that you want to be part of this Sunday, please let me or Theresa Kepple know!
Event Reminders
• May 7: Commitment Sunday; Wirewood Station, guest musicians
• May 7: Castle Rock Orchestra (Broadway Music) Concert, 3 pm, church sanctuary
• May 11: Leah and Love Circles of UWF potluck luncheon and program; Fellowship Hall, 11:45 am
• May 14: Mother’s Day; Jon Sousa, guest musician
• May 17: Knot Again 6-8:30 pm
• May 18: Men’s luncheon, Pegasus, 11:30
• May 21: Honoring our high school and college graduates
• May 23: Church grounds spring clean-up, 6 pm.
Please contact the church office for links to these Zooms:
Stephen Ministry Supervision meets the second and fourth Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Rev. Sarah’s Contemporary Discussion Group, Zoom Sessions: Fridays at 6:30
Coffee Time with Rev. Sarah, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.
For Prayer Requests go to: https://www.fumccr.org/prayer-request
The April newsletter is up on the website at https://www.fumccr.org/newsletter
Daily Scripture Readings
Monday: Acts 17:22-31
Tuesday: Psalm 66:8-20
Wednesday: 1 Peter 3:13--22
Thursday: John 14:15-21
Friday: Proverbs 11:25
Quote of the Week
Wesley was equally clear that simply earning and saving can, in fact, become an impediment to “going on to perfection” as a follower of Christ unless these practices become the means by which we move toward “a farther end,” which is a life of Christ-centered generosity in which we find joy in giving all we can.
Harnish, James A.. Earn. Save. Give. . Abingdon Press. Kindle Edition.
Weekly Prayer
Generous and giving God, we have explored, shared, learned, and questioned together. Thank you. Help us to take the lessons from this time into our lives so that people can see your love alive in us. Open us to your presence and power and to one another as we seek to earn, save, and give—to love—in grateful response to your extravagant generosity. In Christ’s name, we pray. Amen.
Harnish, James A.. Earn. Save. Give. Leader Guide . Abingdon Press. Kindle Edition.
We Lift Up The Following People:
The Family of Tracy Beaman
The Family of Elizabeth Johnson
The Family of Guy Groves
The Family of Betty Watson
The Family of Betty Gelroth
The Family of Earl Erickson
Sarah McAneny
Jan and Bud Richter
Betty Grant
Maria Molieri (sister of Vince Molieri)
Joe Crenshaw
Pat Branson
A Celebration of Life for Betty Gelroth
Saturday May 13th at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
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