Berkeley United Methodist Church

2407 Berkeley Ave., Austin, TX 78745 Phone: (512) 447-6633 Fax: (512) 851-8438 www.berkeleyumc.org
November 18, 2012 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

We are more troubled by the few who have more than by the many who have less. Forgive us, O God. In this hour of worship, accept our thanksgiving; and teach us to make gratitude and sharing our way of life; through the grace of Jesus Christ. Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: If we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

A SONG OF PRAISE TO GOD

UMH #94

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!

PROCLAIMING GODS WORD 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. PRAYER FROM THE PSALMS SPECIAL MUSIC BIBLE READING Asante Sana, Yesu arr. Mark Burrows Psalm 126 UMH #847 Chancel Choir Matthew 6:25-33 CHILDRENS TIME Where Children Belong TFWS #2233

GOING FORTH TO SERVE AND LIVE A NEW LIFE

*SENDING SONG As We Go W&S #3183

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 Bring Forth the Kingdom TFWS #2190

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.

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!

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

PRELUDE AND LIGHTING THE CANDLES *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Be glad and rejoice! People: We rejoice in Gods gifts! Leader: Sing praises of joy! People: Our mouths are filled with laughter. Leader: With gratitude, we come. People: God has done great things for us. Leader: Shout with laughter, in sunshine and rain. People: Praise God for our lives, for harvest and food. *OPENING HYMN Come, Ye Thankful People, Come UMH #694

RESPONSE TO THE WORD

TIME OF REFLECTION *HYMN OF RESPONSE Seek Ye First UMH #405

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 Offering envelopes may be found inside front cover of UM Hymnal.

THOSE LEADING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Jeanne Devine will bring the sermon. Our worship leader for the 8:30 service is Mike Crevier and for the 10:50 service is Jim Barnes. We thank all our media operators, 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.

Ushers will collect yellow cards; please pass yours down to the end of the row. PRAYER OF CONFESSION O God, source of all that makes life possible, giver of all that makes life good: We gather to give you our thanks, yet we confess that we have often failed to live our thankfulness. What we have we take for granted, and we grumble about what we lack. We have squandered your bounty, with little thought of those who will come after us.

Upcoming Events This Week

Sunday, November 18 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 2:00 pm Neighborhood Walk (CLC) 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9) Monday, November 19 10:00 am Womens Group (7) 7:00 pm Covenant Group (9) 7:00 pm Finance (7) Tuesday, November 20 11:00 am Childcare Thanksgiving Feast (CLC) Wednesday, November 21 Church office closed No choir rehearsals Thursday, November 22 Thanksgiving Day Church office closed Friday, November 23 Church office closed Sunday, November 25 Newsletter deadline 6:30 am Work Corner Preparation 8:30 am Worship 9:40 am Sunday School 10:50 am Worship 4:00 pm Family Ministries (7) 4:00 pm Tai Chi (FH) 5:00 pm Covenant Group (9)

Announcements Neighborhood WalkThe Evangelism Committee invites you to join them today at 2:00 p.m. for the neighborhood walk to share upcoming Advent activities and church information. The more walkers we have the more neighbors we can reach! Thanksgiving ScheduleThe church office will be closed from Wednesday, November 21 through Sunday, November 25. Rev. Devine will be on vacation from November 1924, spending Thanksgiving in Pittsburgh, PA. United Methodist Student Day, Sunday, November 25Gifts contributed to this special offering will provide scholarships and loans to United Methodist Students throughout the United States. Ever seen yourself as a prophet? Well, heres your chance! During the season of Advent the Worship Team would like to extend to any interested members of the congregation the opportunity to present a short monologue as part of the scripture readings for each week. There will be 6-7 opportunities that will begin on December 2 and conclude on December 24. If you are interested in being a part of these dramatic readings please contact Steve Collins at steve.collins@earthlink.net or 512-2852987. What if Im not a likely prophet? We always like to offer the talents of our congregation in worship. If you are interested in singing, playing an instrument (including the piano), drama, dance, movement, visual arts, or literary arts to be performed as part of worship at any point throughout the year, please email the church office at bumc78745@sbcglobal.net to let us know. Report on 2013 GivingAs of Nov. 15, 59 households have estimated giving $178,632 for Berkeleys ministries in 2013. If you have not yet made an estimate, please leave your card in the offering plate today, or mail it to the office as soon as possible. Additional cards are available in the lobby.

November 18, 2012

Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Poinsettias If you would like to purchase poinsettias in memory or in honor of someone special, complete the form below and place it in the enclosed envelope, or turn it into the church office with your payment by December 9th. You may also purchase a virtual poinsettia and rather than ordering a plant the money will be designated for a charity. The cost is $10.00 per plant and checks should be made payable to Berkeley UMC designated for poinsettias. Name: ___________________________________________________ No. of plants ___________ Total enclosed _____________ In memory of _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ In honor of _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________

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) 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