24th Sunday after Pentecost
All Saints Sunday
November 3, 2013
10:30 AM
Welcome to St. George’s United Methodist Church!
May you experience the love of Christ, and find healing, hope and strength for the
journey. Thank you for choosing to worship with us today.
ENTRANCE
Prelude
Shaker Tune
arr. Held
Welcome and Announcements
Introit
For All The Saints
Chancel Choir
† Call to Worship (Psalm 34)
Rejoice in God always. Come into God’s presence with thanksgiving.
We rejoice in our God!
Worship the One whose steadfast love endures forever.
We rejoice in Christ our Savior.
Remember the Lord, for it is God who has owns the cattle on a thousand hills and who
makes provision for our every need.
We rejoice in God’s abundance. Thanks be to God for his never ending care.
† Hymn
Maker in Whom We Live
UMH# 88
† Unison Prayer
God of the ages, we thank you and praise you for leading us through the journey
of life. Lead us in this time of worship, that we may hear your voice and know
your ways. Be present in our worship and in our lives, that our paths may be
pleasing in your sight. In your Holy name we pray. Amen.
Children’s Message
Congregation: Please join us in singing Jesus Loves Me.
(Children may remain in worship or attend our Happy Club or Children’s Church)
† Passing of the Peace
Remembering Those Members Who Died
As names are read, please respond: Thanks be to God for the life of this faithful saint!
Prayer:
We give you thanks, O God, for all the saints who ever worshiped you, whether
in brush arbors or cathedrals, weathered wooden churches or crumbling cement
meeting houses. Where your name was lifted and adored.
We give you thanks, O God, for hands lifted in praise: manicured hands and
hands stained with grease or soil, strong hands and those gnarled with age, holy
hands used as wave offerings across the land.
We thank you, God, for hardworking saints; Whether hard-hatted or steelbooted, head ragged or aproned, blue-collared or three-piece-suited. They left
their mark on the earth for you, for us, for our children to come.
Thank you, God, for the tremendous sacrifices made by those who have gone
before us. Bless the memories of your saints, God. May we learn how to walk
wisely from their examples of faith, dedication, worship, and love. Amen!
PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS
Offertory
Simple Gifts
Chancel Choir
Arr. Jay Althouse
† Doxology
UMH# 94
Concerns and Pastoral Prayer
PROCLAMATION AND RESPONSE
Scripture Lessons
Message
Deuteronomy 8:10-18
Psalm 24:1
“God Owns It All”
O.T. Pg. 159
O.T. Pg. 475
Pastor Steve Wells
HOLY COMMUNION
Invitation, Confession and Pardon
UMH Pg. 12
The Great Thanksgiving
UMH Pg. 13
Giving the Bread and Cup
SENDING FORTH
† Hymn
Now Thank We All Our God
UMH # 102
† Benediction
† Benediction Response
Postlude
Please stand if you are able
For All The Saints
Chancel Choir
Diademata Tune
arr. Hughes
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
November 3, 2013
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
The UMW will be taking orders for “That’s
My Pan!” personalized pans each Sunday in
October during Fellowship time. Stop by the
table to ask questions or to look at some of
the products. Orders will be returned in midNovember. For questions, please call Pam
Williams [703-352-2483].
2013 White House Christmas Ornaments are
available for $20 from UMW in Fellowship
Hall, 10-10:30, on Sundays before and after
Worship.
Fall Festival Bake Sale: Calling all bakers &
goodie makers to bring your pies, cakes,
cookies, cupcakes, breads, cake pops, fudge,
candy, snacks, salsas, jams, pickles, etc.
already packaged by 5 pm, Sat. Nov. 9, to the
Fellowship Hall. All proceeds support St.
George’s Fall Festival
Alexandria District UMW training for all
2014 circle leaders and officers is being
hosted by St. George’s UMW on Saturday,
November 16th.
For UMW information,
please contact Denise Wright, President
[[email protected] or 703-273-2256].
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
You are cordially invited to a Christmas
Open house on Saturday, December 14 from
3:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the St. George’s UMC
parsonage, home of Pastor Steve and Karen
Wells.
Come and enjoy beautiful
decorations, an array of delicious foods and a
great time of fellowship. Volunteers are
being sought to assist with set-up and cleanup.
UMYF CALENDAR SALE
Due to popular demand, the CALENDARS
are back! Available during the Fellowship
time (10:00-10:25 AM) in the Fellowship
Hall. Cost is $10. Funds are used to support
the UMYF missions! POC: Kim Ford [703231-9964].
GENEROSITY DAY CELEBRATION
On Sunday, November 17 we will celebrate
“Generosity Day,” a time to offer our
renewed personal commitments of time,
talents and resources to the life and ministry
of St. George’s UMC. We are planning a
joyous worship celebration which you will
hear more about in the coming weeks
followed by a delicious catered luncheon to
say thank you for your continued
commitments and support in 2013 and 2014.
The menu for the meal includes stuffed pork
roast, sweet potato soufflé, cheesy broccoli
bake, raspberry-cranberry salad, rolls and
three layer pumpkin pie. Everyone will need
to register by November 12. Check your
calendars and make plans to join us!
CALLING THE YOUNG AT HEART!
Here is a great opportunity to spend time with
3-5 year olds for a short time on Sundays
during the church service! Happy Club is
looking for more volunteers. Plans are
provided and you will work with an
experienced volunteer. Please contact Julaine
Ricard [[email protected] or 703-7647566].
CHURCH ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT POSITION OPEN
The position of Administrative Assistant is
currently vacant, thus we are now seeking to
hire a qualified person to serve in this
position for 21 hours per week. The candidate
must be proficient in Microsoft Office, prior
experience with Church Windows or
equivalent
preferred,
have
good
organizational and office skills, able to
support the church staff and leaders in a
collegial atmosphere, and work with a host of
vendors serving the churches ongoing
ministry needs. If you know of someone who
may be interested in filling this position
please have them send their resume to Kathy
Cagle at [email protected].
FALL FESTIVAL
Our Fall Festival is scheduled for November
9, 2013.
If you have a donation for the
event, please have it at the church by
Wednesday, November 6. If you would like
to help with the event or have any questions,
please
contact
Kathy
Heberle
[[email protected]
or
703-323-8477]
or
Beverly Turner [[email protected] or
703-250-7510].
THANK YOU
The preschool sends a big “thank you” to
Pioneer Garden Center for their generosity
for our recent pumpkins purchases!
HANDBELL CHOIR
Handbells will begin this Monday from 7:007:45. We invite anyone who can commit to
that time every week to come ring with us!
No experience necessary. All are welcome!
Now, how often do you get to hear that in our
day and age? If you are interested, please
come on Monday evening, or contact Joanna
in the church office.
THANK YOU
A sincere thanks to members and friends of
the Chancel Choir for preparing and
delivering the FACETS meals to homeless
individuals and families on Sunday, Oct. 27.
A total of 92 meals were prepared and
delivered. Those preparing the food were:
Ralph & Jennifer Youngen, Joanna Dietz,
Kathleen McClane and Dorothy Dowdy.
Homemade cookies were prepared earlier in
the week in the church kitchen by Kathy &
Chuck Heberle and Al & Jean Polk.
Food purchase- the Polks; chicken
preparation and milk (for children) pick upthe Heberles. The driving team included Jeff
and Andy Root, Amy Nomann, Kristen Reale
and Cindy Whalen. Margaret Becking
delivered the left over meals to the Lamb
Center on Monday.
Thanks to the congregation for the generous
financial support that makes this mission
project possible
DAYS OF “CHANGE”….
On Sunday, November 10 and November
17 you have the opportunity of change
people’s lives by helping to provide a holiday
meal. By donating your loose change to the
“Change for Change” jar, both Thanksgiving
and Christmas baskets of food will be given
to the poor in Fairfax County. Jesus has
taught us, “whoever has two tunics to share
with him who has none, and whoever has
food is to do likewise.” Luke 3:11. Please be
change in these people’s lives
UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS
All women are invited to visit a circle (small
group) meeting that fits your schedule:
 Marilyn Mildred circle meets Tues, Nov
12, 7:30 pm at Denise Wright’s home.
Program: Salvation Army stockings.
Contact: Pam Williams,
703-352-2483
 Ella Marshall circle meets Wed, Nov 13,
9:30 am at Dorothy Dowdy’s home.
Program: Salvation Army stockings.
Contact: Dorothy Dowdy, 703-978-7709
 Mary Martha circle meets Thurs, Nov 14,
10 am at Emogene Kite’s home. Contact:
Carolee Bedker, 703-250-4876
ANNUAL ROAST BEEF DINNER
The 2013 Roast Beef dinner is scheduled for
Sunday evening, December 1 beginning with
caroling in the Narthex at 5:00 p.m. followed
by a delicious roast beef dinner at 5:30. The
roast will be prepared and served by Bob
Coffin. Families are asked to bring a covered
vegetable dish or salad and a desert to share.
Single members are invited to bring their
choice. Following our meal, we will sing
the Twelve Days of Christmas in small
groups. Mark your calendars and make plans
to join us. Registration forms will appear in
the church bulletin in the coming weeks. If
you have any questions please contact
Emogene Kite at 703-425-6314.
ADVENT BIBLE STUDY
Pastor Steve will be offering an exciting five
week Advent Bible Study titled, “The
Journey” by Adam Hamilton on Sunday
mornings at 9:00 a.m. beginning on November
24. Come and journey with Adam Hamilton
as he travels from Nazareth to Bethlehem in
this fascinating look at the birth of Jesus
Christ. Please sign-up between November 3
and 10 so a book can be ordered for you.
ADVENT WREATH LIGHTING
We are seeking families to assist in leading the
Advent Wreath Lighting liturgy in December.
Families are needed on December 1, 8, 15, 22
and Christmas Eve. If your family would like
to volunteer, please see Pastor Steve and he
will provide you with a printed liturgy
SERVING TODAY
NEXT SUNDAY
LAY
ANN
ANN
READER
PLATENKAMP
PLATENKAMP
ELISE
ACOLYTE
WILLIAMS
JACK HALEY
KEITH SADDLER,
KATHY & KARL
JEFF ROOT,
CAGLE,
USHERS
BRIAN SACHLIS
ALICIA RODRIQUEZ
JESSICA SUMMER,
STEVE BRUCK
HAPPY CLUB
PARKER NORMANN
JOHN EGAN
CHILDREN’S
STEVE EDWARDS
CHURCH
CHRIS RICARD
JEFF ROOT,
DEBI SALMAN
COUNTERS
MARGARET BECKING
KAREN LEE
ATTENDANCE
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2013
Worship
121
Sunday School
WEEKLY CALENDAR
SUNDAY November 3
9:00 AM Sunday School
10:00 AM Fellowship
10:30 AM Worship
11:30 PM YYCF/UMYF Pumpkin Madness
12:00 PM UMW Executive Board
5:00 PM
Celebration Choir
MONDAY November 4
7:00 PM
AA Women’s meeting
7:00 PM
Boy Scout Troop 1865
TUESDAY November 5
9:30 AM Exercise
WEDNESDAY November 6
6:00 PM
Girl Scouts
7:00 PM
AA meeting
7:30 PM
Al Anon meeting
7:30 PM
Staff Parish Committee
THURSDAY November 7
8:00 AM Preschool Pictures
9:00 AM Preschool Music & Movement
5:00 PM
Student Recital Rehearsal
6:00 PM
Children’s/Cherub Choir
7:30 PM
AA#164 meeting
7:30 PM
Chancel Choir rehearsal
FRIDAY November 8
8:00 AM Preschool Pictures
4:00 PM
Girl Scouts 1731
5:00 PM
Set Up for Fall Festival
SATURDAY November 9
10:00 AM AA meeting
5:00 PM
Fall Festival
SUNDAY November 10
9:00 AM Sunday School
10:00 AM Fellowship
10:30 AM Worship
3:00 PM
GMU Recital
5:00 PM
Celebration Choir rehearsal
6:00 PM
UMYF
PRAYERS AND CONCERNS
November 3, 2013
PRAYERS FOR OUR MEMBERS
Jim Bennett
Alice Edwards
Dan Emmons
Alice Howe
Joan McDonald
Bob Williams
Amy Jones
HOME BOUND FRIENDS
Norma Goodman
Bob Miller
Dorothy Schrader
Helen Walker
THOSE IN MISSION
Anne Kolbe and Merrie Austin ................................................................ Cambodia
Dee Ann Heptas ......................................................McDowell Mission, Gary, WV
Rev. Mark Montgomery.......................................... Arise Campus Ministry, GMU
FAMILY AND FRIENDS SERVING IN THE MILITARY
SERVING AT HOME
John Becking
Jennifer Copeland
James Egan
Katie Egan
John Egan
Brandon Koser
Shane Larkin
Chris Plante
Grant Robinson
Aron Stephens
C.P. Watkins
Judi Williams
SERVING AWAY
Joshua Curry ................................... Afghanistan
Bryan Egan ..................................... Afghanistan
Mike Epper ..................................... Afghanistan
Scott Hartman ........................... Okinawa, Japan
David Hopkins ....................Bethesda, Maryland
George Miller ..................................Afghanistan
Charlie Ray ............................................. Hawaii
Katherine Skoczalek Schmidt..............Maryland
Pat Sullivan .....................................Afghanistan
Jason Wood .....................................Afghanistan
FRIENDS AND FAMILY IN NEED OF PRAYER
Carolyn Mattson, sister of Sally Addkins
following the death of her son Michael
Taskey.
Kevin Henry, brother of Carol HenryChappell
Patrick Vaughan, son-in-law of Nelda
Funkhouser
Mary Heilman, grandmother of Cindy Hardy
Judy Williamson and family, friends of
Denise Jones
Frank Curtin, son-in-law of Jean and Bill
Kay
Nikita Wagner, friend of Kristin McClure
William Cox, great-nephew; Elizabeth
McLane, and Anne-Marie Konviser,
nieces; by Kathleen McLane
James Radmore, friend and “Big Brother” of
Kevin Phillips
Julie Quinn and Kris Boyce and family of
Susan Peluso at her recent passing, friends
of Chaiya Mohanty Ortiz; Jawahar
Mohanty, brother of Chaiya Mohanty
Ortiz; Camille, Max, and Brody Rice,
friends of Satya and Jordi Ortiz; the
Lamar Family, friends of Satya Ortiz;
family of Anna Brooks-Tara Hall,
Brittany Brooks, baby Olivia, and Dodie
Miller; friends of Chaiya Mohanty Ortiz
Ralph Bennett, father of Penny Root
Rev. Charles Shumate, father-in-law of
friend of Robin Sachlis
Susan Morral, sister; Lois Morral, mother;
Melissa Cogan and family, Shannon
Kline and family, Laurie Sexton, Tina
Weeks, and Linda and Jerry Collins;
friends of Debi Salman
Robina Chand, Abana, and Jonathan
Samson
Don Fasig, cousin of Dotty Smith; Christine
Gedansky, Carl and Rebecca Van
Stavern, Doris Campbell, and Jane and
Kevin Heartleroad, friends of Dotty
Smith
Mitch Hughes, for his continued healing; Nan
May; Michelle Legatic’s mother; all
friends of Carrie and C.P. Watkins
Andrea Robinson and family, by Sandra
Woolfenden
The Lamb Center, FACETS, the homeless
and the hungry among us; countries and
peoples at war; and those in places of
natural disaster
The family of Lennie Smoot, friends of
Tracy and Peggy Deihr
Terry Lynch, friend of Dick Joyce
Please submit all prayer requests by noon on Wednesday for inclusion.
All prayer requests will be printed in the bulletin for four weeks.
Welcome Guests of St. George’s!
Please sign the Attendance Registration pad located in the pew or complete a yellow
card found in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate. We are glad you are here!
Sunday Schedule
9:00 AM ................. Sunday School for ALL ages
10:00 AM ............... Fellowship Time
10:30 AM ............... Worship
The nursery (located off the Fellowship Hall) is available for children through
Kindergarten age during Sunday School, Fellowship Time, and Worship.
Flowers in Worship
The flowers on the Altar are dedicated to the honor and glory of God, and in memory of
my beloved Aunt Rache by Linda Howe. "And Mizpah: for he said, The Lord watch
between me and thee, when we are absent one from another". Genesis 31:49.
Please read the text and prepare for next Sunday’s worship in advance!
Scripture & Message for 11/10/13 "Poverty or Prosperity - Which is Biblically Correct?"
Matthew 6:24
ST. GEORGE’S CONTACT INFORMATION
4910 Ox Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
Bishop Young Jin Cho
Rev. Kenneth Jackson
[email protected]
Rev. Steven B. Wells
[email protected] ext. 101
The Members of St. George’s UMC
Rev. Joanna Dietz
[email protected] ext. 105
Sylvia Mulherin
[email protected]
TBS
[email protected] ext. 100
Jessica Summer
[email protected] ext. 110
Kevin Phillips
[email protected] ext. 100
Eleazar Castenada
[email protected]
Resident Bishop
District Superintendent
Pastor
Ministers
Minister of Music
Organist
Administrative Assistant
Preschool Director
Admin and IT Support
Custodian
Church Telephone and Fax
Office (703) 385-4550
Fax (703) 385-7771
Pastor Steve’s Phone Numbers
Home (703) 239-2638
Cell (703) 554-5240
Church Office Hours
Monday-Friday
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Preschool Phone
(703) 385-4422
Preschool Website
www.stgpreschool.com
Church Website
www.stgumc.org