St. Paul United Church of Christ, Taylor, Michigan
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost/ August 3, 2025
I wonder what compromises we make today to maintain our successes. What “adjustments” to our beliefs and values do we make in order to secure economic and political advantages? Jim Edlin
Ringing of the Bell
Welcome Rev. Linda Anderson
Announcement Highlights Tim Ruffner, liturgist
Prelude Ava Janus, Music Director
*Call to Worship Tim Ruffner
One: Thank the Lord with all your heart, in the gathered assembly of God’s people. All: Mighty are the deeds of the Lord; great are the God’s works, studied by all who have pleasure in
them.
One: Holy and awesome is God’s name! To worship the Lord is the highest wisdom; those who do so know all that is good. All: God’s praises will last forever.
*Hymn No. 537 “My Hope Is Built”
*Morning Prayer Tim Ruffner
God of all glory, on this first day you began creation, bringing light out of darkness. On this first day you began your new creation raising Jesus Christ out of the darkness of death. On this Lord’s Day, grant that we, the people you create by water and the Spirit, may be joined with all your works in praising you for your great glory. Through Christ, in union with the Holy Spirit, we praise you now and forever. Amen.
Special Music
First Lesson: Hosea 11:1-11 Tim Ruffner
Gospel Lesson: Luke 12:13-21
Message: “A Well-Ordered Life” Rev. Anderson
*Hymn No. 470 “When the Church of Jesus”
Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
*Doxology
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.
Holy Communion/ Confession (see insert)
Invitation
Sung response: One bread, one body, one Lord of all, one cup of blessing which we bless. And we, though many through out the earth, we are one body in this one Lord.
Receiving of the Bread and Cup
A Time for Prayer/ The Lord’s 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. Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead
us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the
kingdom, the power and the glory, forever and ever Amen.
*Hymn No. 677 “Let There Be Peace on Earth”
*Dismissal with Blessing
Postlude/ Recessonal: Please remain in your pews as the Light of Christ leads the way into the world followed by our Pastor. *Congregation standing (as you are able).
WELCOME TO ALL SHARING TODAY’S MORNING SERVICE IN PERSON AND FACEBOOK LIVESTREAMING You must have a Facebook account to view our Worship Services. An email address is required. It is possible to have a Facebook account not connected to Social Media. Please contact Dan Case, Gary Peters, or Michael Isaacs for more information.
COMMUNION IS OFFERED THIS MORNING. We observe an “open communion.” Membership is not required to partake in the Lord’s Supper. We simply ask that all receiving Communion seek to know our Lord more completely.
COFFEE HOUR immediately follows our worship service. All are invited to gather in the air conditioned West Room to enjoy coffee, tea, donuts, and fellowship. A free will offering is appreciated to help off-set the increasing price of our yummy donuts.
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL continues through Sunday, September 7. If you would like to volunteer to lead a Sunday during the summer, please contact Deb Case or Kaitlyn Isaacs.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY AND FELLOWSHIP
Calendar Week August 3 – August 10 Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. – Rev. Linda Anderson
Summer Sunday School 10:00 a.m./ Communion/ Coffee Hour 11:00 a.m.
Monday Office Closed
Saturday Steak Fry 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. – Pastor Joy Ziegler
Summer Sunday School 10:00 a.m. / Coffee Hour 11:00 a.m.
CHRISTMAS GIFT SHOP is collecting new items suitable for use in the upcoming Christmas Gift Shop. Please contact Peggy Staten or Jane Dykowski regarding donations.
SUMMER MUSIC SIGN-UP SHEET is located in the church office. Please choose any Sunday you would like to share your gift and add your name and the title to the list next to the date. Please contact Music Director, Ava Janus, and let her know the date you have chosen and the title of the music you will be sharing. You may also contact the church office.
JULY /AUGUST MISSION OUTREACH will be collecting items for our veterans. With funding being cut for veterans there is a greater need than ever for items such as: socks, t-shirts, undergarments, sweatshirts & pants, and blankets. A collection box is set-up in the narthex. If you would like more information, please contact Pastor Cheryl Schalm. Thank you for your continued generosity.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION is going to Willow Metro Park and pool Tuesday, August 5. The bus, lunch, and entrance to the park and pool is no cost. We will meet at church, leave at 10:30 sharp, and will return about 3: 20. If you are interested you must talk to Deb Case. We need more chaperones. Children 6 and younger must have a chaperone. You don’t have to swim. This is open to the children that attended VBS and our church children/grandchildren, etc. .
9TH ANNUAL MEN’S FELLOWSHIP ‘STEAK FRY’ August 9, 4 - 7 p.m. “Grill Masters” are invited to participate and will be available to assist you with grilling your New York Strip Steak or BBQ Chicken Breast. Dinner menu: Baked Potato (Regular/ Sweet), Corn on the Cob, Garlic Bread, Salad, Dessert and Beverage. For an additional $3 you can purchase a 5-piece shrimp skewer. Purchase your ticket in. A limited number of steaks/ chicken will be available at the door. Tickets are $18 per person by calling the Church Office (313) 291-1221 or Jim Poet at (734) 718-3137. Any questions, please feel free to contact Jim Poet, Gary Staffeld, or Dan Case. It’s an enjoyable event so come on down and bring your friends.
OUR 2025 DIRECTORY is scheduled for release in the fourth quarter. All information must be submitted by the end of August. Contact the Church office if any of your information has changed in the last year (phone number, address, etc). Dan Case is available if you have any questions. We are updating our Health Ministries call list. If you know someone who doesn’t receive St. Paul email notifications regarding the death/ illness of a church family member please, contact the church office so we can reach out to them. It is important to be included. Also, if you would like be part of our call team, contact Kathy Williams.
FELLOWSHIP OF CONCERN:
Tom Tank, Anne Blanchard, Irene Stoner, Dorothy Evison, Marjie Barnard, Bob Robinson, Joe Mayfield, John Smith, Denise Foley, Thelma Poet, William Stears, Jr., Kathe Stears, Paula Block, Justine Kimbler, Dave Lange, Sr., Dave Schmoekel, Sue Stern, Rosemarie Laslo, Julius Enesey, Sally Sigman, Joan Smarr, Vicki Simon, Bridget Stephens, Krystal Grant, Steve Newberry, Julie Renner, Linda Schutter, Cindy Twilliger, Blain Tayler, Nora Cousino, Kelly Potter, Freeman Floyd, Anna Thomson, Susan & Dennis Bennett, Tony Koths, Alicia Hagen, Ailani Flores, Sue Milatz, Linda Tank, Rachel Tank, Jennifer Lee, Kyle Hard, Bill Pattenaude, Randy Snelson, Ted Butkin, Kevin Siemers, Rhonda Wioncek Berndt, Jeff MacZink.
USHERS AND LITURGISTS NEEDED TO ASSIST with Sunday morning worship services. If you would like to volunteer or for more information, please contact any Deacon or the church office (313.291.1221). Any time you can donate is greatly appreciated.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING a formal member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Taylor? Please contact Rev. Linda Anderson or the church office.
COUNCIL POSITIONS STILL OPEN: 2nd Vice-President (3year commitment), 1st Vice-President (2year commitment), two Deacons (2year and 3year commitment). Please prayerfully consider filling one of these positions. A description of each position can be had by contacting the church office or by speaking to Toni Hill or Michael Isaacs, Trustees.
WEARING NAME TAGS WILL HELP Rev. Anderson and visitors put a name to our faces. If you need to update or get a new tag, please contact the church office.
2025 FLOWER CHART IS IN THE NARTHEX A vase ($20) or two ($40) is a nice way to honor someone special or commemorate a special time in life.