ZION UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Elberfeld, Indiana
*Declaration of Faith - The Apostles' Creed (front of hymnal)
Pastor Ministers Pastor Emeritus *Gloria Patri
Rev. Dr. Rick Bender All of us Rev. E. Jack Ulrich
------------------------------------------- Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and to the
September 30, 2007 Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is
now, and ever shall be, world without end.
Organ Prelude Hymn No. 365 “No One Understands Like.” Amen, Amen.
Welcome and Announcements Service of Giving
*Call to Worship Prayer of Dedication (in unison)
What a joy to have something to give! Thank you,
Come, all who live in the shelter of the Most High. God, for granting us choices in the use of all you have
Gather together, all who trust in God Almighty. placed on earth for our use. We have chosen this
God reigns through all generations. portion to dedicate for the ministry of the church in our
We will praise Him as long as we live. community and in outreach throughout the world.
Make us aware of the needy at our doors as well as
We trust in God, our refuge and our fortress.
lost ones everywhere who long for the bread of life.
We can count on His faithfulness at all times.
In Christ’s name, we pray. Amen.
God lifts us up when we are threatened or afraid. Offertory
We call to Him for protection and rescue. *Response, No. 623
Worship God, who richly provides us with all things. “Doxology”
Give thanks to the One who dwells in unapproachable light. The Live B. I. G. Choir Anthems
God, who made heaven and earth, keeps faith forever. A Time Mostly for Children
We will pour out our thankfulness in words and deeds.
Sermon “The Real Deal”
*Hymn of Adoration, No. 64 “For the Beauty of the Earth”
Fellowship of Prayers
*Invocation (in unison) Pastoral Prayer
Ever-present God, let Your Spirit fill this place, for we Silent Prayer
need to know that You are in charge. Through the Lord’s Prayer (front of hymnal)
terrors of night, amid the arrows that fly by day, we need *Hymn of Consecration, No. 106 “The Greatest
to sense Your power, Your protection, Your higher Thing”
purpose. Show us here Your saving, healing strength.
*Benediction
Grant to us such confidence and contentment that wise
may look beyond ourselves to become a blessing to *Organ Postlude
others. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
*Those who are able may stand
The Red Cross Blood Drive at Tecumseh on Wednesday, We welcome you to our worship this morning and hope that
October 15th, is being opened to the public. If you would you find inspiration here.
be a donor, call the Tecumseh nurse’s office 922-3237 to We welcome The Live B. I. G. choir today. The choir is
make an appointment. The hours of the drive are 8a.m. to made up of 2nd and 3rd graders. They will be singing the last
1pm. Sunday of every month. Cindy Webb is the leader.
The Lion’s Club will hold their BBQ dinner on Sunday, The loose offering today will go to the cemetery fund.
October 21st from 10a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Sunday School teachers and the Women’s Guild will
Reminder: Canned and packaged non-perishable food meet for short meetings right after the service this morning.
items for use by the Greer Township Trustee will be
received next Sunday. Next Sunday we will observe World Communion Sunday
and share in the sacrament of communion.
Birthdays this week:
TODAY- Dennie Beavin; Camryn Boylls, Curran The Chancel choir will practice at 7p.m. on Wednesday
Lockyear, and Chris Martin; 1- Kelly S. Herr and Todd evening. We would welcome some new voices to enrich our
Sullivan; 2- Rollie Matthews and Dixie Menke; and worship service.
4- Nancy Shigley. On October 2nd the Women’s Lincolnland will meet at
Augustana, Holland. Registration is at 9 a.m.
Anniversaries this week:
1- Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Veeck; 2- Mr. and Mrs. Ed Rentchler The E.P.T.S. (Elberfeld, parents, teachers, students) are
and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stephens; 4- Mr. and Mrs. Bob Oeth asking the Church for volunteers to help with the fall festival
and 6- Mr. Chet Geiselman and Anita Powell. again this year. The fall festival will be on October 6th;
games and food booths are open from 3:30 p.m. to
CALENDAR 6:00p.m., with the crowning of the king and queen at
WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir rehearses 6:00p.m. Auction will start at 6:30p.m. Everyone who would
like to help, please call Anita Susott at 983-9902.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct. 7 - 5p.m. – Jerry Goff concert The Women of the Church are invited to St. Matthews
Prayer Concerns: (Lynnville) on October 9th at 6 p.m. Their theme is “Are You
David Cox Brandon Cross Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?” Come and join the fun. Need
Myrtle Erwin George Freeman reservations by October 8th. Please call the office if you
Carman Galbirth Nancy Glackman wish to attend.
Bill & Jenny Harris Sarah Matthews The Elberfeld Fire Department will hold its annual fish and
Brandon Mayes Susan Messic chicken dinner on Saturday, October 13th. Serving begins
Ann Small Clyde Stratman at 4p.m. They would appreciate donations of pies and
Minnie Thene Our service men and women. cakes, as well as your patronage. Tickets are $10 for adults
and children are $5 Carry-outs will be available at the adult
Mr. David Cox Mr. Brandon Cross price only.
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153 A large-print version of our Sunday bulletin is available for
UNIT #42510 MILILANI, HI 96789 those with impaired vision. Large print copies of the Herald
APO AE 09361-2510 for September can also be picked up this morning. Ask an
ANNOUNCEMENTS usher for one or both.
 Current Church Officers
President Bryan Arnold
Vice-president Rich Lochmueller
Secretary Chris Campbell
Financial Secretary Gwen Putler
Treasurer Betsy Puthoff
Memorial Fund Ruthie Peters
Buildings and Ground Chairpersons Bob
Oeth
Charles A. Engelhardt Sunday School -9a.m. Worship-10a.m.
Doug Meyer Zion United Church of Christ
Elberfeld, Indiana
Parsonage 983-4850 Office 983-2592
The Good News Club is looking for volunteers to help with
(Office open from 8 to 10:30a.m. daily)
the children at Elberfeld Elementary on Thursdays after
school. If you are interested in helping please contact Rev.
Bender.

The Warrick Warriors 4-H club is selling slab of ribs for

$16.00. Need orders by the October 13th. Orders will be
delivered to Millie Lochmueller’s house October 21st.