Berkeley United Methodist Church

2407 Berkeley Ave., Austin, TX 78745 Phone: (512) 447-6633 Fax: (512) 851-8438 www.berkeleyumc.org
March 10, 2013 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Fourth Sunday in Lent

WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: Steadfast love surrounds those who put their trust in God, for God forgives the guilt of their sin. Happy are those whose transgression is forgiven! People: Be glad in God!

A SONG OF PRAISE TO GOD

UMH #94

PROCLAIMING GODS WORD

CHILDRENS TIME Where Children Belong TFWS #2233

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

GATHERING THE PEOPLE OF GOD

Please take a moment to silence your cell phones now. GATHERING SONG Welcome W&S #3152

This, this is where children belong, welcomed as part of the worshiping throng. Water, Gods Word, bread and cup, prayer, and song: This is where children belong. READING FROM THE PSALMS SPECIAL MUSIC BIBLE READING Lead Me Back By Pepper Choplin Psalm 32 UMH #766 Chancel Choir Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

GOING FORTH TO SERVE AND LIVE A NEW LIFE

*SENDING SONG Lord of All Hopefulness TFWS #2197

Welcome to this place. Youre invited to come and know Gods grace. All are welcome the love of God to share Cause all of us are welcome here; All are welcome in this place.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY OF FAITH

If you would like to know more about baptism or becoming a member of Berkeley United Methodist Church by profession of faith or transfer of your current church membership, please call the church office and make an appointment to speak with Rev. Devine. THE BENEDICTION You are invited to join hands as we share in the song: I Want Jesus to Walk with Me UMH #521

As we greet one another and have some brief announcements, please fill in the yellow card to let us know of your presence and your prayers!
When this sign (*) appears, you are invited to stand if it is comfortable to do so.

Leader: This is the Word of God for us, the people of God. All: Thanks be to God! SERMON Rev. Jeanne Devine

PRELUDE AND LIGHTING THE CANDLES *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: In Jesus Christ, there is a new creation. People: Everything old has passed away. Everything has become new. Leader: This newness is from God, who has reconciled us through Jesus Christ. People: Rejoice and be glad! Everything has become new. *OPENING HYMN Great Is Thy Faithfulness UMH #140

RESPONSE TO THE WORD

TIME OF REFLECTION HYMN OF RESPONSE My Song Is Love Unknown TFWS #2083 (stanzas 1, 2, 5)

I want Jesus to walk with me. (walk with me) I want Jesus to walk with me. (walk with me) All along my pilgrim journey, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. (walk with me) Thank you for worshiping with us today! In between our services, you are invited for coffee and fellowship on the deckwed love to get to know you better! THOSE LEADING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Jeanne Devine will bring the sermon. Carol Denton leads our Childrens Time. We thank all our greeters, ushers, and acolytes. CHURCH NURSERY Child care is available for children up to age 5 in the church nursery on Sunday mornings. Children are always welcome in the sanctuary. Children's Sunday School is offered after Childrens Time in the 10:50 worship service.

WE PRAY FOR OTHERS The pastor will share prayer requests and the congregation will respond: Lord, hear our prayer. After the prayers have been lifted, we will pray together the Lords 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. OFFERING OUR GIFTS AND PRAYERS If you are worshiping with us today for the first time, your gift is your presence with us.

Ushers will collect yellow cards; please pass yours down to the end of the row. PRAYER OF CONFESSION O God, when we keep silence about our sin, we waste away with regret and guilt; we feel you hand upon us, and our strength dries up. And so we acknowledge our sin to you, holding nothing back, for you are a hiding place for us; we trust in you to preserve us. Forgive us and reclaim us, we pray. Amen.

Upcoming Events This Week

Sunday, March 10 Fourth Sunday in Lent Daylight Saving Time begins 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9) Monday, March 11 10:00 am Womens Group (CLC) 7:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 7:00 pm Worship Design (sanctuary) Tuesday, March 12 11:00 am Disciples/Change the World Study (9) 5:30 pm Prime Timers (FH) Wednesday, March 13 9:30 am UMW Women in Action Circle (CLC) 6:00 pm Handbell Choir 7:00 pm Chancel Choir Thursday, March 14 5:30 pm Saint Louise House (CLC) 6:30 pm Disciples/Change the World Study (9) 7:00 pm Trustees (7) Saturday, March 16 8:30 am Austin District UMW Spring Retreat, First UMC Sunday, March 17 Fifth Sunday in Lent 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 3:30 pm Confirmation Class (9) 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9)

Announcements Cover ArtThe Return of the Prodigal Son, an oil painting by the Dutch master, Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669), is among his final works. One scholar wrote that in this painting, Rembrandt interprets the Christian idea of mercy with extraordinary solemnity, as though this were his spiritual testament to the worldIt represents weary and sinful mankind taking refuge in the shelter of Gods mercy. Work DayThe Trustees will be having a work day at the church on Saturday, March 23, starting at 9 a.m. There are a number of tasks that can be done, both indoors and outdoorssomething for everyone! We want our buildings and grounds to look their best during Holy Week! Easter Prayer VigilSpiritual Care ministry invites the congregation to participate in Berkeleys annual Easter prayer vigil. Beginning immediately after the Good Friday cantata on March 29, the vigil will run until Easter morning, March 31. The darkened, stripped sanctuary represents the tomb, and we take turns keeping watch and praying until Easter morning and the joy and glory of Christs miraculous Resurrection. Look for the vigil signup sheet in the narthex, beginning March 17. All are welcome, but under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Should you desire a particular slot that is already taken, you may either speak to that person about a trade, or come and keep watch together. Holy Week and Easter Worship: Thursday, March 28, 7:00 p.m.: Maundy Thursday Communion Service Friday, March 29, 7:00 p.m.: Good Friday Cantata Song of the Shadows by Joseph Martin; Prayer Vigil begins following service Easter Sunday, March 31: Sunrise Service outdoors, 7:15 a.m.; Worship in sanctuary, 8:30 and 10:50 a.m.; Easter Egg Hunt for children, 9:45 a.m.

March 10, 2013 Fourth Sunday in Lent

Easter Lilies If you would like to purchase lilies in memory or in honor of someone special, complete the form below and place it in the offering plate, or turn it into the church office with your payment by March 17. You may also purchase a virtual lily and rather than ordering a plant the money will be designated for the CROP Hunger Walk. The cost is $8.00 per plant and checks should be made payable to Berkeley UMC designated for lilies. Name: ____________________________________________________ No. of plants ___________ Total enclosed _____________ In memory of ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ In honor of ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________

The Return of the Prodigal Son, Rembrandt van Rijn, c. 16611669

Ministers: Members of the Congregation Pastor: Rev. Jeanne Devine (revjeanned@sbcglobal.net) ph. 761-4977 Director of Music: Victoria Schwarz (vlschwarz@aol.com) Pianist: Dr. Tyler Mabry (tgmabry@gmail.com) Childcare Director: Allison McGillicuddy (bumc.childcare@sbcglobal.net)

Serving God + + Sharing Christ + + Receiving Mercy