“The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” -Fredric Buechner, in his book, “Wishful Thinking.”
WELCOME – Rev. Andy Bachmann
PRELUDE- Weave, Weave, Weave us Together, a traditional shaker melody sung as a round.
Weave, weave, weave us together
Weave us together in unity and love.
Weave, weave, weave us together.
Weave us together, together in love.
CALL TO WORSHIP- “For Work” by John O’Donohue- offered by Tim Martin
Leader: May the light of your soul bless your work with love and warmth of heart.
People: May you see in what you do the beauty of your soul.
Leader: May the sacredness of your work bring light and renewal to those who work with you, and to those who see and receive your work.
People: May your work never exhaust you.
Leader: May it release wellsprings of refreshment, inspiration, and excitement.
People: May you never become lost in bland absences.
Leader: May the day never burden.
People: May dawn find hope in your heart, approaching your new daywith dreams, possibilities, and promises.
Leader: May evening find you gracious and fulfilled.
People: May you go into the night blessed, sheltered, and protected.
Leader: May your soul calm, console and renew you.
OPENING SONG- “They’ll Know We’re God’s People By Our Love”
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord.
We are one in the Spirit we are one in the Lord.
And we pray that all unity may one day be restored.
Chorus:
And they’ll know we’re God’s people
By our love, by our love,
Yes, they’ll know we’re God’s people
by our love.
We will walk with each other, we will walk hand in hand.
We will walk with each other, we will walk hand in hand.
And together we’ll spread the news that God is in our land.
Chorus
We will work with each other, we will work side by side.
We will work with each other, we will work side by side.
And we’ll guard each one’s dignity and save each one’s pride.
Chorus
All praise the Creator, from whom all things come,
And all praise to Christ Jesus, who guides us on,
And all praise to the Spirit, who makes us one.
Chorus
TIME WITH THE CHILDREN – Rev. Andy Bachmann
PRAYER
BIRTHDAYS
MOMENT FOR MISSION- Food 4 Kids 2022-23- Jess Archer
SPECIAL MUSIC AND OFFERING- “All Good Gifts” from the musical, Godspell. Featuring members of our UCG Choir, Alan Hill on bass, Cindy Martin on Flute, Andy Bachmann on guitar, and our musical director Phillip Herr-Klepacki on piano.
During the offering, we welcome your offerings as the plates are passed. Your gifts support all facets of the UCG community. You can also give online: bit.ly/ucgplate
READING AND SCRIPTURE- Matthew 20:1-16, The Laborers in the Vineyard- Rev. Sandy Reimer
SERMON- “All in a Good Day’s Work”- Rev. Bachmann
PRAYER, PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE, ANNOUNCEMENTS
FINAL SONG- “The Gift of Love”
(high voices echo third verse)
Though I may speak with bravest fire,
And have the gift to all inspire,
And have not love, my words are vain,
As sounding brass, and hopeless gain.
Though I may give all I possess,
And striving so my love profess,
But not be giv’n by love within,
The profit soon turns strangely thin.
Come, Spirit, come, ( ) our hearts control ( ),
Our spirits long ( ) to be made whole ( ).
Let inward love ( ) guide every deed ( );
By this we worship ( ), and are freed ( ).
( ) = echo proceeding phrase
BENEDICTION
ALLELUIA
Here are the UCG friends celebrating a birthday this week!
Happy Birthday!
Announcements
Today at UCG
Food First Sunday
9:00am Childcare
9:15am & 11:15am Worship “All in a Good Day’s Work” – Rev. Andy Bachmann
9:30am Activity Time for Children
10:15am Fellowship & Beverages
10:30am Sunday Seminar
United Tribes – Activity time for Labor Day weekend. If you haven’t already, please register kids for children’s programs in person or go to https://bit.ly/UTregis22.
Sunday Seminar – “Discover What UCG Small Groups Offer” Ever wondered what goes on at a Live Oak Sangha session? Or been curious to hear the beat of the UCG Drum Circle? Leaders of both these long-time UCG small groups—and more, will be featured in this seminar. Panelists will tell you about why they love their group and answer any questions you have. We might even coax a little demonstration out of our Drum Circle! Join us for the fun in Reimer Hall at 10:30am in person or on Zoom. Zoom Meeting ID: 829 6457 0385 Zoom Passcode: 1624
Food First is TODAY – We are so grateful for our congregation’s continued support of UCG’s Food First Sunday ministry. Our donations are running lower than last year. Please know that your gifts of nonperishable food items DO make a difference in keeping Gainesville Community Ministry’s Food Pantry stocked! THANK YOU for your help.
Please note the church office will be closed, Monday, September 5 for Labor Day.
Rev. Talia Raymond had a scheduled surgery on September 1st and is home and doing well. She will be out of the office through September 22. Please direct questions concerning Youth Group activities to Tami Herchel, (Youth Group Coordinator) and those concerning children to Taylor Bourg, (Activity Time Director). Rev. Andy Bachmann and Rev. Bromleigh McCleneghan will be available, as always, for any pastoral needs. Talia is really looking forward to the improved quality of life she anticipates post-surgery and prayers for a quick and easy recovery are appreciated.
Are you interested in joining UCG? We will be welcoming new members on Sunday, September 25 and invite you to join us at UCG 101, our new members orientation on Thursday, September 15 at 6:00pm in Reimer Hall. The ministers and members of the Board of Membership will be on hand to tell you more about the church, membership, and answer any questions you may have. Childcare will be provided upon request. Please sign up on the bulletin board by the church office on Sunday mornings or contact Shanna at the front office.
Time & Talent Fair has come and gone, however, it’s not too late to sign up to a board or committee. Check out the sign-up board in the courtyard today!
What do Sweet Dreams Ice Cream Truck and Dalirusa Fling Quartet have in common? Well, it’s the great time you’ll have at Bromleigh’s Installation Service Courtyard Reception on Sunday, September 11. We’ll have ONE SERVICE at 10 AM followed by a little ice cream, a few tangos (maybe), and loads of fellowship fun!
Kairos Needs Your Help – On Sept. 11 we will hold a special reception in honor of Bromleigh following her service of installation. We need volunteers to contribute finger foods prepared to meet UCG designated Covid guidelines, and to help clean up. If you can help please contact Susan Cary or Sally Simonis. Thanks!
The first Supper Club of the fall -Friday, September 23 at 7 pm featuring a fish entree. We meet in groups of 8-10 in the homes of participants. Recipes are provided so that each group shares the same menu. Please RSVP to annecasella@gmail.com or Kimberly.mccollough@sfcollege.edu. If you can host one of the groups, let them know. The deadline to RSVP is NEXT Sunday, September 11.
CALLING ALL ARTISTS! The UCG Art Show will take place on Sunday, October 2, from 10am to 11:45am. All artists from 3 to 103- creating paintings, sculptures, or crafts are welcome to participate. You can exhibit your work, sell it, or both, 20% of all sales will go to a designated church fund. Applications are available in the Sanctuary foyer.
Grushers Needed on Sundays. Come 15 minutes early and be a welcoming presence for our friends and families at UCG. Please email hannah.norton@gmail.com or visit https://bit.ly/grusher to sign up now!
Next Sunday, September 11
Rev. Bromleigh’s Installation Service
9:45am Childcare
10:00am Worship – The Installation of Rev. Bromleigh McCleneghan – Rev. Dr. Cynthia Lindner
10:15am United Tribes Time for Children
11:00am Installation Reception
6:00pm Sacred Sound Symphony
September 2 COVID Update – According to the CDC, Alachua County residents have a high risk of serious illness from COVID-19 (the Orange Zone). The number of new cases, the per cent of tests that were positive, and hospital admissions are still unchanged. Masks are required upon entering the sanctuary and are recommended when visiting crowded indoor venues.
