Berkeley United Methodist Church

2407 Berkeley Ave., Austin, TX 78745 Phone: (512) 447-6633 Fax: (512) 851-8438 www.berkeleyumc.org
October 7, 2012 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost Communion Sunday

PRAYER OF CONFESSION God of steadfast love, we have ignored your many gifts; we have forgotten to give thanks in all things. We have taken for granted our home, this beautiful planet, the air we breathe, the food that nourishes our bodies, even the love of family and friends. We have forgotten that all these gifts come from you. Forgive our selfish ways, and turn our hearts to you. WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: Even before we ask, God promises to redeem us and forgive us. In Gods abundant grace, our feet stand on level ground and we are clothed in honor and glory. All: Amen.

THANKSGIVING AND COMMUNION

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Communion Setting (United States) The Lords Prayer (United States) Hymns to be sung while receiving communion: The Bread of Life for All Is Broken (China) Una Espiga (Spain) Tu Ofrecemos Padre Nuestro (Nicaragua) TFWS #2257 TFWS #2278 UMH #633 UMH #637 TFWS #2262

GATHERING THE PEOPLE OF GOD

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

PROCLAIMING GODS WORD

SPECIAL MUSIC Siyahamba! (Africa) Arr. Donald Moore Chancel Choir

You are invited to come forward at the ushers direction. You will receive a piece of bread (or gluten-free alternative if you prefer) and can dip it into the cup of grape juice. Please indicate to an usher if you prefer to be served in your seat.

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

GOING FORTH TO SERVE AND LIVE A NEW LIFE

*SENDING SONG World Without Walls (West Africa & Caribbean) Insert

BIBLE READING

Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:10-12

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 The God Particle Rev. Jeanne Devine

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 Bring Forth the Kingdom (United States) TFWS #2190

PRELUDE AND LIGHTING THE CANDLES *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the lands! People: Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into Gods presence with singing! Leader: Know that the Lord, who made us, is God. People: We are the Lords; we are the people of God, the sheep of Gods pasture. Leader: Enter Gods gates with thanksgiving, and Gods courts with praise! People: Give thanks and bless Gods name! Leader: For the Lord is good; People: Gods steadfast love endures for ever; Gods faithfulness to all generations. *OPENING HYMN In Unity We Lift Our Song (tune, Germany) TFWS #2221

RESPONSE TO THE WORD

TIME OF REFLECTION OFFERING OUR GIFTS AND PRAYERS Offering envelopes may be found inside front cover of UM Hymnal. A SONG OF PRAISE TO GOD UMH #95

You are invited to join hands as we share in the song: Bring forth the kingdom of mercy, Bring forth the kingdom of peace; Bring forth the kingdom of justice, Bring forth the kingdom of God! 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. Our worship leader today is Nina Huitt. Media Operators are Elizabeth Walters (8:30) and Karen Walters (10:50). We thank all our greeters, ushers, and acolytes.

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. HYMN OF RESPONSE SPECIAL MUSIC One Bread, One Body (United States) Gusten y Vean (Mexico) By James E. Moore UMH #620 Chancel Choir

Ushers will collect yellow cards; please pass yours down to the end of the row.

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. Upcoming Events This Week

Announcements World Communion SundaySince 1940, Christians from all branches of the family tree have celebrated Holy Communion on the first Sunday in October. We remember that we are one body, Christs body. The day has taken on deeper meaning in todays world of globalization, when fear divides the peoples of Gods earth. On this day we celebrate our oneness in Christ, the Prince of Peace, in the midst of the world we are called to serve. In the United Methodist Church, a special offering supports scholarships for students in and beyond the United States. Many Methodist leaders around the world received scholarships and studied in the United States, thanks to gifts made on World Communion Sunday. How Much Is Enough? Have you ever noticed that the more people have, the more people seem to want? When do we ever arrive at enough? If you have wondered about this as a Christian, youre invited to a book study with Rev. Devine, beginning on Thursday, October 11: Longing for Enough in a Culture of More. The author, Rev. Paul Escamilla, is senior pastor of St. Johns UMC here in Austin. The group will meet for 5 Thursday nights from 7 to 8:30 p.m., concluding on November 8. If interest warrants, a daytime session will also meet. Rev. Devine has books available for $7. If youre interested, please e-mail her at revjeanned@sbcglobal.net or leave a message, 447-6633. If you would like to pick up a book during office hours, please stop by the church office between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. The authors aim is living contentedly with enough. He speaks to a longing in your own heart, a longing for enough to be plenty, and a simpler life to be experienced as abundant beyond measure. The sessions are The Good Book, The Good Life, The Good Work, The Good Society and The Good Earth. Wherever you are on your life and faith journey, you are welcome to participate! Usher, Greeter and Acolyte Trainingfollowing services on Sunday, October 21. We will have a short lunch prior to the training session. A more detailed agenda will be available closer to the date. Contact Vikki Schwarz (701-0701) for more details. Saint Louise Housethe Outreach Committee will begin collecting diapers and wipes for the residents at Saint Louise House on Sunday, October 14, and will accept donations through Sunday, October 21. We appreciate any help you can offer with this project. Thank you! 10-Fold10-Fold has returned for a month-long celebration of five exciting projects, each highlighted for a full week. And with just a click of your mouse, you can become an advocate for mission! 10-Fold is an online event that shines a light on United Methodist projects around the world supported by Global Ministries and UMCOR. You can trigger a $1 donation (given on your behalf) to the weeks project, made by one of 10-Folds sponsors, simply by clicking on the Be Counted buttonand it costs you nothing. Visit the site as often as you like, and take it one step further by passing the word along. Visit www.10-fold.org and register your interest. Be counted, and be a part of a movement that multiplies Gods work, 10-Fold!

October 7, 2012
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, October 7 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 10:50 am UM Youth Fellowship (7) 12:00 pm Newcomer Potato Lunch (FH) 2:00 pm Las Posadas Task Force (7) 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9) Monday, October 8 10:00 am Womens Group (7) 7:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 7:00 pm Worship Design (sanctuary) Tuesday, October 9 5:30 pm Prime Timers (FH) 6:15 pm Childcare Board (9) Wednesday, October 10 9:30 am UMW Women in Action Circle (CLC) 6:00 pm Handbell Choir 7:00 pm Chancel Choir

Thursday, October 11 5:30 pm Saint Louise House (CLC) 7:00 pm Longing for Enough book study (CLC) 7:00 pm Trustees Friday, October 12 SWTX Conf. UMW Annual Meeting, Kerrville, TX Sunday, October 14 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 10:50 am UM Youth Fellowship (7) 3:00 pm Nominations and Lay Leadership (7) 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 5:00 pm Outreach (7)

Newsletter Deadline: Sunday, October 21

Ministers: Members of the Congregation Pastor: Rev. Jeanne Devine (revjeanned@sbcglobal.net) Director of Music: Victoria Schwarz (vlschwarz@aol.com) Pianist: Dr. Tyler Mabry (tgmabry@gmail.com) Media Manager: Elizabeth Walters (mariewalters1996@austin.rr.com) Administrative Assistant: Tara Nash (bumc78745@sbcglobal.net) Childcare Director: Allison McGillicuddy (bumc.childcare@sbcglobal.net)

Serving God + + Sharing Christ + + Receiving Mercy