Vale United Methodist Church

11528 Vale Road Oakton, VA 22124www.valechurch.org

Sunday Worship at 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School for All Ages at 10:00 a.m.

Education SundayOrder of Worship ~ June 14, 2015

GATHERING

Welcome & Announcements

Passing the Peace Offer one another signs of reconciliation and peace

Prelude

* Call to Worship Psalm 8, No. 743Lay Reader

* Hymn “How Great Thou Art” No. 77

* Prayer of Confession Lay Reader

Most wondrous God, from the beginning you have found delight in all your creatures. You declare your work to be good. As we seek your presence here, God, open our hearts to receive your affirming love. Then send us forth to uphold others in our work, with whom we share communion in your love.Call: In the name of Jesus Christ, our sins are forgiven.Resp: In the name of Jesus Christ, our sins are forgiven. Thanks

be to God! Amen and Amen!

PROCLAMATION & RESPONSE

Scripture Genesis 1:1 – 2:3 Pastor Jeff

Recognition of Graduates Ruth Anne LuckenbaughAwarding of ScholarshipsRecognition of Sunday School Teachers

Sacrament of Baptism (10:00am) – Adeline Elizabeth Berry No. 33Congregation Sings: No. 2249

Adeline, Adeline, God claims you.God helps you, protects you, and loves you, too.We this day do all agreeA child of God you’ll always be. (Repeat 1st two lines)

Children and Youth (Age 3 to Grade 12) may leave for Sunday School

Sermon “Great Stories: Creation” Pastor Jeff

* Hymn “All Creatures of Our God and King” No. 62

Prayers of the PeopleCaring Cards are available in the Narthex and Resource Library for your personal use in supporting the congregation’s joys and concerns.

The Lord’s PrayerOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.They 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.

Offering

Offertory

* Doxology “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” No. 384, v. 4Finish, then, thy new creation; pure and spotless let us be. Let us see thy great salvation perfectly restored in thee; changed from glory into glory, till in heaven we take our place, till we cast our crowns before thee, lost in wonder, love and praise. Amen.

* Prayer of DedicationO God, you have filled our cups to overflowing. Take from the overflowing goodness which spills out on your table with this offering and fill the cups of those who are empty. Amen.

* Hymn “All Things Bright and Beautiful” No. 147

SENDING FORTH

* Benediction

* Postlude

Lay Reader – Judy Jobbitt (8:30am) and Laura R. Clark (10:00am).

Coffee Fellowship – Worshipers are invited to remain after the service and socialize over coffee. The coffee fellowship is hosted by members of the Scholarship Committee.

Altar Flowers – Altar flowers are in celebration of the adoption of Ksenia Rose Mangino (June 2, 2005) by her parents.

We celebrate at today’s 10am service the baptism of Adeline Elizabeth Berry, daughter of Kevin Berry and Lindsay Bevis-Berry. We warmly welcome Adeline into the family of faith. The white rose on the altar is in honor of Adeline’s baptism.

NEXT SUNDAY IN WORSHIP4th Sunday after Pentecost, June 21, 2015

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 ~ Sermon: “United in Faith”

What does faith provide? How does it operate in our lives?

Education SundayVale Announcements ~ June 14, 2015

WELCOME VISITORS! WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!

Whether you are new to the area or a long-time resident, we warmly welcome you to our community of faith at Vale Church!

If you are visiting for the first time, we invite you to fill out a visitor card located in your pew—and please join us after the service for coffee and snacks. We look forward to meeting you!

Please also be sure to pick up a Vale Welcome Bag, which contains more information about our church. The bags are available at the entrance to the Main Sanctuary and outside the Church Office.

For families with children … at the 10am service, children ages 3 through Grade 12 are invited to attend Sunday School following the Children’s Moment. You may pick them up in their classrooms after the service. Nursery care is available for infants and toddlers during both services.

Vale UMC is proud to be recognized as a Safe Haven congregation. If you suspect signs of human trafficking, please call 888.373.7888 or text 233733.

Would you like to become a member of Vale UMC? Then join Pastor Jeff for a New Members’ Orientation following today’s 10am worship service. We will talk about the United Methodist Church and the opportunities for service and growth at Vale UMC. If you have any questions, you can email Pastor Jeff at JeffHaugh@vaumc.org.

Grocery Dollars – The grocery dollars for the month of June will support the Guatemala Mission team to continue building a school and stoves in the Twi’Ninwitz community.

Join us today for a reception after the 10:00 service as we recognize our High School and College Graduates, Scholarship recipients and our dedicated Sunday School teachers.

High School Graduates

Michelle Brouckman graduates from The Potomac School. She will attend Stanford University in the fall.

Christopher Collins graduates from Oakton High school. He will attend the Virginia Commonwealth University this fall.

Madeleine Daum graduates from South Lakes High School. She will attend the University of Virginia in the fall.

Isabel Hansen graduates from Oakton High School. She will attend the University of Mary Washington this fall.

Patrick Minkler graduates from James Madison High School. He will attend the University of Mary Washington this fall.

Ebony Mitchell-Goodfellow graduates from South Lakes High School and will attend Shenandoah University this fall.

Madeline Pelgrim graduates from Oakton High School and will attend the University of Toronto in the fall.

College Graduates

Stephen Michaelis graduated from Christopher Newport University with a degree in Computer Science

Tommy Minkler graduates from Ohio Wesleyan University

Lauren Page graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Microbiology/ minor in English with honors, Magna Cum Laude. She has been accepted into their vet school and will be starting late August for another four years in Blacksburg.

Vale United Methodist Church Memorial Scholarship Program

Through the generosity of theEllenor H. DuBois Memorial Scholarship Fund

United Methodist Men Scholarship FundUnited Methodist Women Scholarship Fund

Haas, Watson-Shepard, Jobe, Dubois Memorial Funds

The Vale Scholarship Committeeis pleased to recognize the following2015 Vale Scholarship Recipients:

Chris Collins: Currently, Chris plans to earn a Bachelor’s degree in the field of mechanical engineering and pursue a career that enables him to "do some good in the community" by designing and building.

Anika Crumlin: Anika is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree at Norfolk State University in business management. She then plans to further her education with a Master's degree in social work. She wants to start her own foundation and program to help educate children and provide college funding opportunities for kids needing assistance.

Asha Crumlin: Asha is a sophomore at Virginia Union University, where she is pursuing a degree in early childhood education. She is active in her Church and has received numerous honors and awards from her school.

Kenneth Crumlin: Kenneth currently attends West Virginia State University. He is active in campus ministries and looks forward to a career in law enforcement.

Madeleine Daum: Madeleine plans to pursue a business degree at the University of Virginia, specializing in Finance or Accounting. She also plans to get her MBA and hopefully to work in Corporate Finance. Last summer, she started a volunteer program called “Swim for your Life”, where she taught swim lessons to older adults at a retirement community.

Ebony Mitchell-Goodfellow: Ebony plans to attend Shenandoah University in the fall, where she will major in nursing. Ebony is active at Vale Church, including her mission trip to Guatemala.

Isabel Hansen: Isabel will attend the University of Mary Washington in the fall. She works at an orthodontist office and plans to become a dental hygienist. Isabel is a Special Olympics swim coach. Isabel is inspired by what she sees at Vale Church in how people reach out to others.

Ayesha Jackson: Ayesha attends Muskingum University in Ohio. She is involved in numerous school and philanthropic activities. Upon graduation, Ayesha would like to pursue a career with the FBI and eventually open a non-profit homeless shelter and recreation center.

Megan Luckenbaugh: Megan is currently a sophomore at Gettysburg College. After graduating, she plans to attend graduate school and pursue a career with a non-profit working with the homeless and hungry.

Patrick Minkler: Patrick will attend the University of Mary Washington this fall. He plans to get his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in business before opening his own restaurant. His passion is culinary arts.

Carlie Sigle: Inspired by her service experiences at Vale, Carlie desires to continue to help others in her future career. Currently, she attends Virginia Tech, where she is pursuing a double major in sociology and biology. She seeks a profession that will enable her to contribute to society—as a doctor, as an activist or in some other role.

Victoria Sigle: Tori is currently studying human services and has two more years of school to complete. After she finishes her undergraduate degree, she intends to get a Master's or PhD in social work or a similar field. She recently applied to work at Hagar’s House in New Orleans, a home for women and children in poverty who need help getting back on their feet.

The 233rd Session of the Virginia Annual Conference is Coming, June 19 – 21

Pastor Jeff and our delegate, Michelle Whitlock, will attend the United Methodist Annual Conference in Roanoke, Virginia, from June 19 through June 21. Resolutions to be considered at the conference are on the conference web site (www.vaumc.org, “Book of Reports”) or you may pick up a copy of the resolutions at the Vale church office.

BIG NEWS! The Closet is open for shopping (with no crowds) every Thursday night during June, July and August from 5 - 8pm. Volunteers from any congregation are needed 3-5pm and 5-8pm on Thursdays. If you can help, sign up at https://www.volunteersignup.org/JQRCJ. Or let Chris Olson or Bette Rutherford know you'd like to help & they'll sign you up. See our flyer on the Missions Board.

White Elephant BINGO and Ice Cream SocialThursday, June 25th, 12pm to 3pm

The Shepherd’s Center along with Vienna Parks & Recreation are sponsoring a White Elephant and Ice Cream Social on Thursday, June 25th, from 12pm to 3pm at the American Legion, 330 North Center Street, Vienna, VA (703-255-7801). The event is for adults. Enjoy a traditional bingo game in a friendly atmosphere while you win white elephant prizes. Food available for purchase from 12pm – 1pm in the Legion Canteen. Ice cream will be served at 1pm. BINGO will start at 1:30pm. Bingo cards are $2 for 2 cards (limit 2 cards per person). Please bring a white elephant item in good condition to donate to our prize table. If you have questions, call 703-255-7801.

Vale Job Opening: Director of Youth Ministries

Vale wishes Alex Woody all the best as she leaves us this summer to focus on her internship and studies. We have begun our search for a new Director of Youth Ministries and encourage everyone to spread the word. If you or someone you know is interested in applying, the complete job description can be found on Vale’s website, www.ValeChurch.org, under the Jobs tab.

Please Help -- If you're looking for a way to really help the Church and if you can balance a checkbook, we could use your help. We currently have two people who count every week. We would like to expand to five teams of two counters each (for a total of ten people), so that each team would only be required to count the offering about once per month. If you can help, please contact Brian Daum at 703-264-5824 or Justin Paulson at 703-624-8987 for more details.

Totally Terrific TuesdaysJuly 28, August 4, August 11 and August 18

9:30-Noon

On July 28, August 4, August 11 and August 18 all children from preschool through rising 4th graders are invited to join the fun as favorite Bible stories come to life through music, games, crafts and treats.

Cost - $10 per child per session, $30 for all 4 sessions; $15.00 per family, $45 for all 4 sessions

Vale is also seeking adult and youth volunteers to help organize these fun mornings. If you can help, please contact Ruth Anne Luckenbaugh at Preschool@ValeChurch.org.

This Week at Vale ~ June 14, 2015-June 21, 2015

Sun, June 14 10:00 am Education Sunday10:00 am Baptism of Adeline Elizabeth Berry11:15 am New Members Orientation 4:00 pm Daisy Troop 40

Mon, June 15 9:30 am Jazzercise 7:30 pm Boy Scout Troop 1983 Meeting 7:30 pm Flute Choir Rehearsal

Tues, June 16 7:30 pm Lay Leadership Committee Meeting

Wed, June 17 9:30 am Jazzercise

Thurs, June 18 9:00 am Yoga

Fri, June 19 9:30 am Jazzercise

Sat, June 20 4:00 pm Eagle Scout Award – Tucker Mitchell

Sun, June 21 Handbells Play at Worship Services

HELP WANTED! We need two more adults (with at least one male) to go with the youth to Roanoke June 28 – July 3. If you have questions, or want to helpplease contact Alex Woody (Youth@ValeChurch.org).

Changes to Pastor Jeff’s Schedule – Please note that after the Annual Conference in June, Pastor Jeff’s schedule will change. He will be in his office on Monday through Thursday mornings. He will not be in the office on Friday mornings.

VALE CHURCH STAFF

The Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Haugh, Pastor

Cell: 804-687-3938 / Email: jeffhaugh@vaumc.org

Lorene Perrin, Administrative Assistant

Church Office: 703-620-2594 / Email: Lorene.valeumc@verizon.net

Ruth Anne LuckenbaughDirector of Christian Education & Preschool Director

Tel: 703- 620-2594 / Email: valeumcpreschool@gmail.com

Alexandra Woody, Youth Director

Tel: 703- 620-2594 / Email: valeumcyouth@gmail.com

Joshua Barrow, Music Director

Tel: 703- 620-2594 / Email: joshuacbarrow@gmail.com

Norm Dietz, Accompanist

Mary Morran, Nursery Caregiver Cathy Lacy, Nursery Caregiver

Edilman Robles, Custodian

2015 VALE CHURCH COUNCIL

Bob Lacy, Chairperson Susan Leigh, SecretaryTom Feeney, Lay Leader Brian Daum, Finance Committee Chair,

Justin Paulson, Financial Secretary Eileen Koefoot, TreasurerPat Ogle-Collins, Staff-Parish Relations Chair

Diane Hirsch, Trustees Chair Ed Lowry, Nurture Ministry ChairMarcia Paulson, Witness Ministry Chair

Steve Miska, Outreach Ministry ChairMichelle Whitlock, Lay Member for Annual Conference

Dave Pelgrim, United Methodist Men, PresidentKaren Leniart, United Methodist Women, President

Clint O'Brien, Member at Large Andy Sigle, Member at Large