9:00 am Contemporary Worship Service

Holy Communion Sunday

We come this morning to worship and give thanks for Gods overwhelming love.
May Gods promised gift through Jesus change the way we live within the
world!

Welcome and Call to Worship Rev. Todd Noren-Hentz

Passing the Peace

Praise and Worship Time Praise Band
Lord, I Need You
Forever Reign

Blessing of the Backpacks Darcy Bierer & Rev. Bryan Sisson
Congregational Response: We are excited for you as you begin this new school
year and for the educational opportunities you will experience. As your
church family, we commit to praying for you throughout the year, that you
might feel Gods presence and strength each day.
Childrens bulletins and Busy Bags are available in the gathering area outside the
double doors. Childrens Church is available for children age 4 through 2
nd
Grade.

Prayers of the People 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.

Scripture Genesis 32:22-31

Message SUMMER OF STORIES Scott Kowerduck
Wrestling with God Rev. Bryan Sisson

Sacrament of Holy Communion

Giving Our Tithes and Offerings

Closing Song O Praise Him Praise Band

Words of Challenge Rev. Bryan Sisson

Please stand as you are able


There are earplugs available at the back of the Sanctuary
for those who might need them.
Welcome to Our Guests!
Thank you for worshiping at Grace UMC! You are our honored guest, and
we hope you will make yourself at home this morning. We want to welcome
and follow up with you, so please fill out a First-Time Visitor Card in the
Attendance Pads and share your information. Also, please make sure to
introduce yourself to Pastor Bryan or Pastor Todd after the service.

Exploration Classes Begin Today!
Beginning today, Pastor Bryan will be leading a five-week class on Sunday
afternoons at 3:00 pm for those new to the church and wanting to join. Each
week we will discuss topics pertaining to our faith and spiritual journey here
at Grace UMC. We will meet in Fellowship Hall #3, and all are invited to
come and learn more! Childcare will be available for those who need it - just
let us know! If you would like more information or want to sign up, please
contact Pastor Bryan at (256) 430-0003.
Church Workday
Next Saturday, August 9
th
, Grace UMC's Trustees are heading up a workday
to focus on cleaning up the church grounds. We will gather from 8:00 am-
12:00 pm to work on trimming bushes, cleaning out shrubbery beds, and
general grounds clean-up. All are invited and welcome to join in! Please
bring tools (shovels, trimmers, etc.) and gloves. If childcare is needed, please
contact Kalyn Polatty at (256) 430-0003.
Wednesday Family Nights Begin Soon!
Join us for food, fellowship, and Bible Study for the entire family. The fun
begins on August 13
th
and continues through September 17
th
. We will have
dinner from 5:00-5:45 pm. Then at 6:00 pm we will offer Bible studies for
children (Wee BZ & BZ), youth, and adults. Mark your calendars and plan
on being a part of this special fellowship!

Upcoming Fall Adult Education Opportunities
Below are listed Adult Studies we are offering this fall. Sign-up sheets are on
the table outside the Sanctuary with more detailed information. Please
consider going deeper with God through study!

Tuesday Mornings - begins August 12
th

Children of the Day: A Study of First and Second Thessalonians
Tuesday Nights - begins August 12
th

Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation
Wednesday Nights - begin August 13
th

Science and Religion
Dare to Dream: Creating a God-Sized Mission Statement for Your Life
Meditation

Sunday Nights - begins August 17
th

Parenting Class
The Children of Grace Need You!
Have you lived in another country? Are you willing to share your experiences?
We are looking for Grace members or friends to come and share their life
experiences with the children of Grace. We ask that you talk to the kids for
20 minutes one Wednesday night. You can share your experiences; games
you play; songs you sing; and favorite places to go. What a wonderful gift it
would be to them, so please consider sharing in this special way! Mission
Madness is starting soon. Contact Holly Cecil at hacecil@bellsouth.net if you
would like to help.

Join the Grace Supper Club!
Our monthly small group meals will be held September-May at a local home
or restaurant selected by the host. Its a low-commitment, low-stress way to
get to know others in our congregation better. Everyone is welcome to
participate, either as an individual or as a family. Please register by mid
August. For full information see the sign-up area outside the Sanctuary, or
contact Jim Marconnet at (256) 772-3946 or jmarconnet@gmail.com.

GraceFull Singers Begins Soon!
Calling all youth and kids in Grades 1-8! GraceFull Singers begins August
17
th
, and we want YOU! We will be preparing a Christmas musical to be
presented Sunday, December 7
th
, followed by a church-wide potluck. Come
and join us for lots of fun, singing, drama, and more! Rehearsals are on
Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. We will take a few holidays off; full schedule
will be distributed after we begin rehearsals, but feel free to contact director
Gianna Gimenez if you have questions before then. Dress rehearsal is
December 6
th
. Sign up on Grace's website, or at the table in the hallway.
Cant wait to see you!
UPCOMING CHURCH ACTIVITIES
11:00 am Traditional Worship Service
Holy Communion Sunday
Through SONG, PRAYER, and WORD let us come before God this morning with
willing hearts. Come, Holy Spirit, and fill us with the power of your peace this
day of new beginnings!

Words of Gathering Rev. Todd Noren-Hentz

Musical Invitation and Lighting of Candles Curtis Lindsay, piano
Lord God, Your Love Has Called Us Here

Introit Draw Us in the Spirits Tether Chancel Choir

Welcome & Announcements Rev. Todd Noren-Hentz

Opening Hymn #98 To God Be the Glory

Passing the Peace

Prayers of the People 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!

Hymn #479 Jesus, Lover of My Soul

Blessing of the Backpacks Darcy Bierer & Rev. Bryan Sisson
Congregational Response: We are excited for you as you begin this new school
year and for the educational opportunities you will experience. As your
church family, we commit to praying for you throughout the year, that you
might feel Gods presence and strength each day.
Childrens bulletins and Busy Bags are available in the gathering area outside the
double doors. Childrens Church is offered for children age 4 through 2
nd
Grade.

Anthem Your Love Will Be My Song Chancel Choir

Scripture Reading Genesis 32:22-31

Message SUMMER OF STORIES Scott Kowerduck
Wrestling with God Rev. Bryan Sisson

Sacrament of Holy Communion
The Great Thanksgiving #13

Giving Our Tithes and Offerings Curtis Lindsay, piano
Song Without Words Op. N 2, Mendelssohn

Words of Praise and Doxology #95
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.

Closing Hymn #629 You Satisfy the Hungry Heart

Blessing and Sending Forth

Please stand as you are able

























The worshipers at Grace UMC are its ministers.
The staff who support them are:

Senior Pastor: J. Bryan Sisson
Associate Pastor: Todd Noren-Hentz
Director of Youth Ministries: Adam McNeil
Director of Childrens Ministries: Darcy Bierer
Office Administrator: Vicki Sheehy
Music Director: Gianna Gimenez
Praise and Worship Leader: Doug Wright
Accompanist: Curtis Lindsay
Facilities Manager: Ben Allen
Nursery Coordinator: Kalyn Polatty
Church Activities This Week*

Sunday, 8/3
HOLY COMMUNION SUNDAY
9:00 am Contemporary Worship
10:05 am Sunday School
11:00 am Traditional Worship
1:00 pm Grace Family Fun Fly
3:00 pm Explorations Class
5:30 pm MYF

Tuesday, 8/5
10:30 am Staff Meeting
11:30 am Men of Grace Luncheon

Wednesday, 8/6
6:00 pm Youth Small Groups
7:00 pm Choir Practice
7:30 pm Pick-Up Basketball
Thursday, 8/7
5:30 pm Praise Band Practice

Friday, 8/8
5:00 pm Craft Night
8:00 pm Youth Lock Out

Saturday, 8/9
8:00 am Trustee Outdoor Workday
9:00 am Card Making Class

Sunday, 8/10
PROMOTION SUNDAY
9:00 am Contemporary Worship
10:05 am Sunday School
11:00 am Traditional Worship
12:00 pm GraceFull Players Luncheon
3:00 pm Explorations Class
3:00 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry
4:00 pm SPRC Meeting
5:30 pm MYF
PRAYER CONCERNS
Please share additional concerns
during prayer time.

Helen Matthews, Joann Wiemers,
Herb Goodrich, Martha Rothermel,
Jim Martin, & Stacey McIntyre
GRACE UMC SERVANTS THIS WEEK:
Greeters: 9:00 Service Bart Bierer/Don Love
Greeters: 11:00 Service Sangita & Ashok Bhatnagar
Acolytes: 11:00 Service Carter Noren-Hentz/Harper Rasmussen
Guest Deliveries: Don Love
Childrens Church (9:00 Service) - Gail Linton/Darcy Bierer
Childrens Church (11:00 Service) - Audra Johns/Renee Davis
Soundboard: Brent Jones/Phillip Owen/Mark Schoen
2113 Old Monrovia Road
Huntsville, AL 35806
(256) 430-0003
Fax: (256) 430-0704
www.graceumchsv.org

Children's Church Has a New Name!
Beginning next Sunday, August 10
th
, Childrens Church will become
Children's Worship and Wonder. We have some great stories and activities
planned, so don't forget to join us on Sundays during the 9:00 and 11:00
services. Worship and Wonder is for 4-year-olds through 2
nd
Grade. You
are invited to come and see the new Worship and Wonder material
after the 11:00 service today in Room 104.
Next Week Is Promotion Sunday!
All children and youth are invited to move up to their new Sunday School
classes next Sunday, August 10
th
. The classes are listed below:
Grades Kindergarten - 5
th
will meet upstairs for Sunday School at
10:05. They will meet with Mrs. Darcy for a few minutes and then
break down into 3 age groups: K/1
st
, 2
nd
/3
rd
and 4
th
/5
th
. We hope this
will bring more age-appropriate learning to all the children at Grace.
Age 4 meets in Room 104 with some great volunteer teachers.
Ages 2/3-Wed like to once again be teaching these young ones during
Sunday School hour. If you are willing to rotate into this classroom,
please contact Darcy Bierer.
Wee Bible Zone & Bible Zone Starting Soon
WEE BZ and BZ classes on Wednesday nights are just around the corner!!
Come join us for some fun, interactive time with the Bible. Wee BZ, for
ages 2 years-Pre-K, will be a fun, age-appropriate time to learn about God's
love and His Son, Jesus. BZ, for Grades K-5
th
, will be all about Science and
how it relates to God. We'll have guest teachers who know their stuff,
games, and other awesome activities! It all begins on Wednesday, August
13
th
, at 6:00 pm, so make plans to join us!
Acolyte Training
Acolyte Training will take place on Sunday, August 17
th
, at 3:00 pm.
Children who are in 1
st
Grade and up and are interested in being Acolytes
at the 11:00 Service should attend. Questions? Contact Darcy Bierer.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE
CHILDRENS MINISTRY NOTES
YOUTH MINISTRY NOTES
* For a complete calendar of events at the
church, please visit our website.
The Mission of Grace UMC:
Praising God...Proclaiming Christ
Serving Others
Sunday, August 3, 2014

Living Stones
Sign-up for Camp Living Stones is underway. A $30 deposit is due TODAY.
You may sign up in the youth room, or on signupgenius.com/
go/10C0D4CABAA29ABF85-living. For more information visit our web
page at youth.graceuchsv.org, or our Facebook page at facebook.com/
graceumy.
Lock-Out This Friday!
On Friday, August 8
th
, at 8:00 pm we will be locking the doors of the
church and taking off around Huntsville for some fun. The schedule is
packed with laser tag, bowling, putt putt, go karts, and a movie. The cost
is $30 per person, plus money for breakfast at iHOP on Saturday morning.
Please sign up by Wednesday, August 6
th
, at http://
www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4cabaa29abf85-lock, and everyone must
fill out a waiver for laser tag here: https://www.smartwaiver.com/
w/518935b6388b6/web/

Outdoor Church
Grace UMC is sponsoring Outdoor Church at the Manna House in
downtown Huntsville on Saturday, September 6
th
, from 8:00 am - Noon. If
youd like to help as a volunteer cooking and/or serving food for the
homeless on that Saturday, please contact Brian Mitchell at
brianmitchell@gmail.com or (256) 527-4583.

HAP (Huntsville Assistance Program) Food Pantry Donations
During the month of August Grace UMC is collecting soap, shampoo, and
Kleenex to support the Huntsville Assistance Program. Please place
donated items in the Food Pantry in Fellowship Hall Room #3.
Report for 7/27/14
Giving to 2014 General Fund

Average Weekly Goal $13,789.00
Given Last Sunday $7,397.00
Needed as of Last Sunday $413,670.00
Given as of Last Sunday $347,899.34

Other Gifts
Green Team $1,286.00
Imagine No Malaria $140.00
Meals to Grow $50.00
Parents Night Out $310.00

Attendance 207
9:00 Service 110
10:00 Service 150
Finding Our Place
in Gods Story
Wrestling with God

Worship Flowers This Week:

The flowers by the altar this morning
are given to the glory of God by
Charles & Jane Stull in honor of
Janes birthday.