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The Third Sunday of Advent *Hymn of Praise "Away in A Manger" UMH # 217 ANNOUNCEMENTS
December 13, 2009 Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, * A new Stephen Ministry Training class begins Jan. 6 through the end of May from 7:00pm-
11:00 a.m. Service the little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head. 9:30pm on Wednesday night in the Fellowship Hall. The class includes 50 hours of training.
The stars in the sky looked down where he lay, The commitment is a two year period. If you are interested in improving your personal
Our goal on this third Sunday of Advent is to have fellowship with our living Lord and the little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay. relationship skills and you want to reach out to hurting people, please contact Ginny Kendell at
with one another. Let our hands be extended to our fellow worshipers. The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,
919-933-2630 or email her at gkendell@nc.rr.com for more information.
Welcome and Announcements but little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes; * The next Fabulous Families will be on Friday, January 8 at 5:45pm in the Fellowship Hall.
I love thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky Fabulous Families is family-centered Bible study and potluck designed to promote family
Prelude "People Look East" Charles Callahan and stay by my cradle till morning is nigh. togetherness, open discussion with your children about God and the importance of church, as
well as stressing the need for discipline, respect, and kindness within a family. On January 8, we
*Hymn of Praise "Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates" UMH #213 Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask thee to stay are going to focus on CELEBRATING OUR FAMILIES! The holidays are over and winter arrives,
close by me forever, and love me, I pray; sometimes leaving us feeling empty and sad. Learn how you can keep celebrating all year long
Lift up your heads, ye mighty gates; behold, the King of glory waits; bless all the dear children in thy tender care, with your family! Enjoy fun games and Bible stories that focus on CELEBRATION! Families with
the King of kings is drawing near; the Savior of the world is here! and fit us for heaven to live with thee there. last names A-D: bring side dishes & paper products, E-N: Drinks and dessert, O-Z: Main dish.
Fling wide the portals of your heart; make it a temple, set apart Contact Laura Melega at oumc@bellsouth.net or 942-2825 to RSVP and with any questions. We
Scripture Lesson Luke 1: 46-55
from earthly use for heaven's employ, adorned with prayer and love and joy. hope you can join us as we celebrate together!
Redeemer, come, with us abide; our hearts to thee we open wide; Message "The Christmas Hymn" Rev. Ken Hall, Jr. * Our Christmas Eve services will be held at 5pm in the Fellowship Hall for a Family service
with a storyteller and music. At 7pm & 9pm in the Sanctuary, there will be a traditional
let us thy inner presence feel; thy grace and love in us reveal.
*Closing Hymn "There's a Song in the Air" UMH # 249 candlelighting service. We look forward to worshiping with you on the night of our Savior's birth.
Thy Holy Spirit lead us on until our glorious goal is won; There's a song in the air! There's a star in the sky! * Project Homestart is looking for cooks for the New Year! Homestart is the women's and
eternal praise, eternal fame be offered, Savior, in thy name! There's a mother's deep prayer and a baby's low cry! children's shelter at 2505 Homestead Road that we support by providing a meal each Friday
And the star rains its fire while the beautiful sing, night to Building C, which offers emergency shelter services. Volunteers provide a meal that
*The Apostles' Creed feeds 12-15 people (typically a main dish, side(s), salad, fruit, and bread) and have it to the
for the manger of Bethlehem cradles a King!
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ shelter by 5pm on Friday. The immediate dates we are looking to fill are: Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 19,
There's a tumult of joy o'er the wonderful birth, March 5 & 19. There are tons of other dates available later in the year as well. Contact Karen
His only Son our Lord who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary,
for the virgin's sweet boy is the Lord of the earth. Cranfill to sign-up or for more information: kcranfill@mindspring.com or 933-8499.
suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He arose
Ay! the star rains its fire while the beautiful sing,
from the dead; He ascended into heaven and sitteth at the right hand of God the * We had a great meeting for the Dominican Republic Mission Trip earlier this month. If
for the manger of Bethlehem cradles a King!
Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I anyone is interested in going on this mission to serve those in need, and did not come to the
believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the In the light of that star lie the ages impearled; meeting, please email Dean Martin at wm.d.martin@gmail.com. Dates for the trip are confirmed
forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. and that song from afar has swept over the world. for March 5 -14, 2010. This is UNC's Spring Break, so if you are a University student or employee
Every hearth is aflame, and the beautiful sing and want to help others plus spend Spring Break in the Caribbean, we would love to have you join
*Passing of the Peace in the homes of the nations that Jesus is King! us!
Lighting the Advent Candle The Alverson Family We rejoice in the light, and we echo the song * The OUMC Baby-Sitting Co-op is looking for new families for our January-June session.
Eric, Meg, Emma, Rachel, and Molly that comes down through the night from the heavenly throng. Our group meets at the church twice a month on Saturday from 4-8pm. As a participating family,
Ay! we shout to the lovely evangel they bring, you, as a couple, work 3 of these nights with one or two other couples and play with the kids.
Praises and Concerns and we greet in his cradle our Savior and King! On the remaining 9 date nights, you and your spouse get to go out! This is a great way to
strengthen your marriage, get to know other Orange families and help your kids make friendship
Prayer Hymn "Emmanuel, Emmanuel" UMH # 204 *Benediction connections at church. For more information, contact Angela Bonner at abonner@mebtel.net or
Emmanuel, Emmanuel, his name is called Emmanuel. *Postlude "Postlude in E Minor" Johann Pachelbel 259-9199.
God with us, revealed in us, his name is called Emmanuel. (Repeat) * The first impression a visitor or guest to Orange makes is often dictated by the person(s)
that greets them at the door. We need enthusiastic and friendly people to step forward and try
Pastoral Prayer out being a Greeter/Usher from January until July 2010. I am confident if you give it a try, you will
ANNOUNCEMENTS find it very rewarding and a great opportunity to meet new people! The time commitment is
The Lord's Prayer * Kick Start Your New Year by joining a great Bible study! January and February are cold and minimal and you have the ability to choose the service time and date(s) that you are willing to
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will dreary, so add some spice to your life by participating in Invitation to the Old Testament, led by serve. You would not be alone and training is on-the-job. We need volunteers for all 3 services
be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us Bill Melega, history teacher and OUMC member. This 8-week study gives you an excellent but in particular the 11:00! If you are interested or have a question before you decide, please
our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into overview of the Old Testament, history of the Bible, and connects the Old Testament scriptures to contact me by email, drop a note in the offering plate or stop me sometime at Orange and I would
temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and relevant topics of today. If you've ever wanted to understand the Bible better, this class starts be delighted to help. Thank you for prayerfully considering this Ministry. Please contact Barry
the glory forever. Amen. at the beginning of the Bible and focuses strongly on Hebrew history and development. This Kendell at BKendell@nc.rr.com or 919-933-2630.
class helps "unconfuse" all of the names, dates, and places of the Old Testament! The class will * SAVE THE DATE! Orange Church is having their inaugural Game Night on Saturday,
Offertory "God Has Chosen Me" Bernadette Farrell meet on Wednesdays from 7pm-8:30pm in the Parlor from January 6-February 24. You'll be January 23, 2010! This potluck dinner and game night will offer games for adults, teens, and
done with this class by the time the weather warms up and March Madness begins! Sign-up by children. Babysitters will be provided for kids 5 and under. Join us for great fellowship and fun!
*Doxology December 31 to Bill at melega@earthlink.net or 883-1965. The participant book is $9. Thanks!
* SAVE THE DATE! All women are invited to come to a retreat at the Avila Center in Durham from
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below. * The Advent Bible Studies continue this week on Wednesday and Thursday night. On 6pm on Friday, February 26 until 4pm on Saturday, February 27. Our time together will be an
Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God the source of all our gifts! Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30pm in the Parlor, the study will be based on Dickens' A Christmas opportunity to get away from your daily chores and cares, and join with other women to enjoy the
Praise Jesus Christ whose power uplifts! Carol. On Thursday, Dec. 17 at 7pm in the Parlor, the study will turn to some of the scriptures fruits of the Spirit! If you can spend the night, the cost is $70 for three meals and double-
Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! that are central to this season while still building on the daily devotional offerings. occupancy. If you cannot stay overnight, plan to join us Friday evening and again on Saturday
* Please mail in your 2010 pledge cards to the church office as soon as possible. The morning. Details will follow in December bulletins and in the newsletter.
church address is 1220 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. Thank you for your * The North Carolina Boys Choir and Chamber Choir are performing on Mon, Dec. 21 at
support of Orange Church. 7:30pm at the Duke University Chapel. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, and $8 for
* All are invited to stand, if able
kids. Contact Kimberly Call at 933-9420 for tickets.
CALENDAR
Week of December 13, 2009 FELLOWSHIP AT OUMC MINISTRY TEAM Sermon Notes
Sunday 12/13 Sunday Worship Services Reach Ministry Team members via the church (please utilize this space to take notes
1:30 p.m. The Lord's Korean Methodist Church/ office number, 919.942.2825, and press on points of personal interest to you)
Hut, Sanctuary, and FHall ∗ Traditional Worship specified extension numbers or email
4:15 p.m. Jr. & Sr. Youth/Durham Rescue Mission 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.
4:30 p.m. Faith-Filled Women/Parlor Main Sanctuary
6:00 p.m. Zone Children's Christmas Performance/FHall
∗ Pathways † Rev. Ken Hall, Jr., Pastor
Monday 12/14 kenhalljr@bellsouth.net, Ext. 23
6:15 p.m. AfterSchool Staff meeting/Hut (A Contemporary Worship)
7:00 p.m. Youth Band/YSuite 9:00a.m. - Fellowship Hall
7:00 p.m. DivorceCare/Parlor † Nancy Varden, Associate Pastor
7:00 p.m. Disciple One/Bethsaida ∗ Korean Methodist Worship Service nvarden@bellsouth.net, Ext. 31
7:30 p.m. Monday Night Bible Study/ 1:30 p.m. - Main Sanctuary
Contact Dave Davis 493-3786
7:30 p.m. ACOA Meeting/Hut Sunday School Classes † Jennings Berry, Youth Director
(Adult Classes) jenningsberry@bellsouth.net, Ext. 24
Tuesday 12/15
3:00 p.m. AfterSchool piano lessons/Sanctuary
919-265-7199
∗ 9:00a.m. A Study on John (Parlor) www.oumcyouth.com
6:30 p.m. Pack 825/FHall
6:30 p.m. ZOE Meeting/Youth Suite #2 ∗ 10:00a.m.-10:05 a.m. Sunday School
6:45 p.m. Pack 880/Youth Suite #1 Opening (Sanctuary) † John Drymon, Music Director
7:00 p.m. Daisy Scout troop 3064/Hut ∗ 10:05 - 10:45 a.m. Cornerstone Class jdrymon@bellsouth.net, Ext. 32
7:00 p.m. Korean Church Service/Sanctuary International Sunday School, Sanctuary
Wednesday 12/16 ∗ 10:05 a.m. Susanna Wesley Class † Derek Breshears, Music & Choir
11:00 a.m. Staff Christmas Lunch/Offsite A Study on Moses, Parlor
11:00 a.m. Prayer Group/Parlor oumcmusic@bellsouth.net
∗ 10:00 a.m. Bethsaida Sunday School Class, 919-698-9191
12:30 p.m. Beloved Women/Parlor
5:30 p.m. Youth Handbells/Sanctuary
Mark for Everyone by N.T. Wright , Bethsaida
6:30 p.m. Advent Bible Study/Parlor Room #101
† Diana Backus, Children's Ministry
6:30 p.m. Dress Rehearsal for Christmas Cantata/FHall
6:30 p.m. EATS/YSuite
Sunday School Classes & Preschool Director
7:00 p.m. Korean Bible Study/Hut (Children: Infant -5 years) oumcprek@bellsouth.net, Ext. 29
919.942.3495
Thursday 12/17 ∗ 8 - 12 p.m. - Childcare for infants
7:00 a.m. Men's Covenant Group/Bob Evans Birth-3 yrs. old (Room #201)
7:00 p.m. Pathways Practice/FHall † Robyn Hiltner, Afterschool Director
7:00 p.m. Korean Bible Study/Hut rbhiltner@bellsouth.net - Ext. 33
7:00 p.m. Advent Bible Study/Parlor * 9 - 10 a.m. 3-5 yrs. old (Room # 204)
Friday 12/18 Children 3-5 Yrs. Old † Sheila Eldred, Financial Secretary
6:00 p.m. Korean Church Christmas Celebration/FHall seldred@bellsouth.net - Ext. 27
6:00 p.m. Growing with God Small Group Potluck/ ∗ 10 - 11 a.m. - Sonbeams Choir # 202
Contact Barbara Greenlee at 768-9126 ∗ 11 - noon - Sunday School # 204
8:00 p.m. AA/Hut † Laura Melega, Administrative Secretary
Sunday School Classes oumc@bellsouth.net - Ext. 0
Saturday 12/19
7:00 a.m. Brothers in Christ/Bob Evans 15-501
(K-5th Grade)
9:30 a.m. Dress rehearsal for Xmas Cantata/Sanctuary † Ellen Kepley, Office Manager
∗ 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. -The Zone ekepley@bellsouth.net - Ext. 21
Ushers Barry Kendell, Mr. Stacy (Room # 106)
Lee, Jean Hedrick ∗ 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. - Small Group Sunday Orange United Methodist Church
School (Downstairs) 1220 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Acolyte Josie Cranfill
∗ 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. - CrossWired Chapel Hill NC 27514
(Kids Worship-Fellowship Hall) 919-942-2825
oumc@bellsouth.net
WEEKLY BIBLE STUDIES Youth Sunday School Classes www.connect2orange.org
Monday - 7:30 p.m. - Bible Study Group ∗ 10:10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Middle School (Hut) www.oumcyouth.com
(Contact Dave Davis-493-3786) ∗ 10:10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. -High School
Tuesday - 6:30 p. m. - Bible Study Group "PWWEATAG" (HSYSuite) Listen to the Sermons online!
(contact Carolyn Mann - 933-5844) Visit www.connect2orange.org, select
Wednesday - 11:00 a.m. - Prayer Group/Parlor Media and Sermons. Then click on
12:30 p.m. - Beloved Women OUR FAITHFULNESS TO GOD’S GIFTS Sermon Archive and select "Sermons"
6:30 p.m. -EATS101/YSuite
Thursday - 7:00 a.m. - Men's Study * Weekly Budget Need - $13,697
(Bob Evans on 15/501)
7:30 p.m. - Young Adult Bible ∗ Offering Last Week - $18,045
Study/YSuite
Sunday - 4:30 p.m. - Faith-Filled Women/
Parlor ∗ Budgeted Year-to-Date - $671,153
SMALL GROUP FELLOWSHIP - TWICE MONTHLY
2nd Thursday - 7:00-8:30 p.m. and 4th Friday -
∗ Year-to-Date Actual - $630,494 Orange United Methodist Church
6:00-8:30pm - SW Durham Small Group Attendance last week: 506
(Contact Jimmy & Barbara Greenlee 768-9126)
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