Church of the Bells - Holman United Methodist Church

H OLMAN U NITED M ETHODIST C HURCH
Church of the Bells
3320 West Adams Boulevard  Los Angeles  California  90018
Phone: (323) 731-7285  Fax: (323) 731-2609
Email: [email protected]  www.holmanumc.com
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REV. KELVIN SAULS, Senior Pastor
MINISTER VICTOR CYRUS-FRANKLIN, Assistant Pastor
REV. MARGUERITE PHILLIPS, Minister of Congregational Care Ministries
REV. JAMES M. LAWSON, JR., Pastor Emeritus
THIRD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY  JANUARY 26, 2014
LEADERSHIP DEDICATION SUNDAY
The 11:00 a.m. Worship Celebration is broadcast LIVE on KJLH Radio Free 102.3 FM
and worldwide on www.kjlhradio.com
TODAY’S RADIO BROADCAST MINISTRY IS SPONSORED BY
ROYETA RODGERS
In celebration of her birthday (01/28) and family members:
Joe Rodgers (01/07), Cheyenne Rodgers (01/13), John Jones (01/18), and Jean Harris (01/31).
Our lives are fruitful. We are enriched by the communities that surround us.
We Thank God for His everlasting gifts and blessings!
Genesis 48:3-4
VISION
A place where bells are rung to GATHER people for dynamic worship, ANOINT them for joyful service,
TEACH them powerful Christian spiritual principles, and ENGAGE them through expanding ministries,
causing them to grow exponentially as they embrace the mandate of Christ in Matthew 28:18-20.
MISSION
To make disciples for Jesus Christ by bringing to the people of Los Angeles, and particularly
the historic West Adams community, hope-filled, Christ-inspired responses to urban needs.
68 Years of Mission and Ministry
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WORSHIP CELEBRATION
THE CENTERING MOMENT
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom
shall I be afraid? One thing I asked of the Lord, that I will seek after: to live in the house of the Lord
all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in his temple.
THE PRELUDE
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THE GREETING
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Claudiette Wright-Bey
*THE CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: My people hunger for living signs of my love for them. Whom shall I send?
All:
Here am I, send me to be your love!
Leader: My people are weary, and long for encouragement as they labour at tasks with few stopping
to thank them. Whom shall I send?
All:
Here am I, send me to be your encouragement!
Leader: My people yearn to have their giftedness called forth in the service of love. Whom shall I send?
All:
Here am I, send me to be your gift!
Leader: My people live in an age which prizes individualism, and starves their need to contribute
to something bigger than themselves. Whom shall I send?
All:
Here am I, send me to build the beloved community!
Leader: My people long for leaders who have tasted their brokenness, and have learned to serve
with humility and joy. Whom shall I send?
All:
Here am I, send me to bring wholeness through humility!
Leader: My people’s eyes and hearts search for role models who honor my presence with the least,
the last and the lost, the grieving and the peacemakers, whom shall I send?
All:
Here am I, send me to be your presence of acceptance and sanctification!
Leader: My people thirst for leaders who reveal me as a God of hope who accompanies them in their
struggle and pain. Whom shall I send?
All:
Here am I, send me to your healing balm of hope!
*THE PROCESSIONAL HYMN
UMH #368
“My Hope is Built”
*THE INVOCATION (in unison)
Lord, as we gather today to worship you and dedicate the leadership of Holman UMC, increase wisdom
and deepen commitment to build this church. We glorify your name with hearts of thanksgiving. Continue
to move us toward unity in fulfilling the mission and vision you have given us. Forgive us for sometimes
opting to be spectators and bystanders. Enable us to press towards the mark in the establishment
of robust and relevant ministries for all ages. May we continue to glorify you and edify one another in our
discipleship and leadership. AMEN
THE MINISTRY OF MUSIC
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Voices of Harmony
“Every Praise”
Hezekiah Walker
*THE INVITATION TO CHILDREN AND YOUTH CHURCH SCHOOL
*THE SCRIPTURE
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* Congregation please stand *** Worshipers may enter
I Corinthians 1:1-18
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*THE CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
Liturgist: The Word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God!
THE MINISTRY OF MUSIC
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Jubilant Voices
“Set the Atmosphere”
Kurt Carr
THE SERMON
Rev. Kelvin Sauls
“Potency In Proclamation”
THE INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP, MEMBERSHIP AND COMPANIONSHIP (ALTAR CALL)
Persons desiring to become disciples of Jesus Christ and/or members of Holman UMC are asked to
come forward and complete a Discipleship / Membership Registration / Intercessory Prayer Card
found in the pew rack. Please place the card in the offering plate and/or bring it with you to the Altar
while the choir / congregation is singing.
THE PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
“The Presence of the Lord Is Here”
Offertory
Jubilant Voices
Byron Cage
*Doxology
UMH #95
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
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
THE DEDICATION OF LEADERS (p. 5)
THE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF GUESTS & VISITORS
THE SONG OF ASSURANCE / PASSING OF THE PEACE
“Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around”
Verse 1
Ain’t gonna let nobody turn me ‘round, turn me ‘round, turn me ’round.
Ain’t gonna let nobody turn me ‘round, I’m gonna keep on a walkin’,
keep on talkin’, marchin’ onto freedom land.
Verse 2 – Ain’t gonna let no persecution . . .
Verse 3 – Ain’t gonna let no discrimination . . .
THE INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN MINISTRY (ANNOUNCEMENTS)
*THE HYMN OF SENDING FORTH AND RECESSIONAL
*THE BENEDICTION
As we depart worship, wherever you Go, toll YOUR Bell!!
THE POSTLUDE
Claudiette Wright-Bey
PARTICIPATING IN OUR SERVICES TODAY: Our Clergy: Rev. Kelvin Sauls, Minister Victor Cyrus-Franklin,
Rev. Marguerite Phillips; Liturgists: (8:00 am) Rose Whitehead, (11:00 am) Donovan Kimsey Wade; Voices of Harmony
and Jubilant Voices directed by Melida Smith Byrd; Claudiette Wright-Bey, Organist; Ricardo L.J. Mowatt, Drummer;
Ushers chaired by Gilbert Jones; Acolytes coordinated by Pearlene Allison and Muriel Parker; Greeters chaired by
Donna Richardson; Hospitality Ministry coordinated by Sharon Jackson; New Members Ministry chaired by Sharon
Hodgson; Transportation Ministry coordinated by Cynthia Gibson; Media Ministry: David Sears, Keith McGruder,
Mark Conway, Reggie Moon and Kayla Bennett.
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 HEART TO HEART 
Leading Boldly in Chaotic Times
Dr. Eugene B. Habecker
Too often, courageous leadership is presented as efforts that depict the leader as the "tough boss"
who takes actions that are often authoritarian or dictatorial (think "Chainsaw Al"). Additionally, Scripture is
filled with exhortations for all of us, leaders or not, to live lives of courage. We see this in illustrative
verses like Deuteronomy 31:6 and Joshua 1:6-9, Daniel 10:12, 1 Chronicles 22:13, Acts 23:11, and many
others. Paul talked about his need for courage in Philippians 1:20. Certainly any Christ-follower who
desires to walk in full obedience to what Christ calls us to be and do—to carry their cross—is called to live
courageously.
Organizational leaders who are Christ-followers are nowhere exempt from any of these far-reaching
biblical expectations. All of us are called to love courageously, to live courageously, to lead courageously,
to follow courageously, and to serve courageously—as his followers. But what does that look like,
especially the leading part, in an organizational context? Here are some of the qualities that I believe
characterize courageous leaders.
(1) Courageous leaders understand the need to balance stewarding the mission with nurturing
and caring for the people who help implement the mission. Courageous leaders keep both ends in
mind.
(2) Courageous leaders learn how to manage the gap between the strategic and the tactical,
and pursue the mission with the past, the present, and the future in mind. A courageous leader is
someone who understands that you just can't announce a vision and expect it to become reality. Rather,
courageous leaders work hard to ensure that management disciplines are put in place to deliver and
implement the vision..
(3) Courageous leaders embrace the complexity of risk and understand the reality of failure in
decision-making. Few organizations are blessed with revenue streams that keep on providing for
ongoing needs, no matter what. As a result, new initiatives need to be regularly considered, and older or
unproductive ones need to be ended or abandoned. Yet when it comes to program review, the reality is
that organizations tend to add more than they subtract. Courageous leaders champion outside-the-box
thinking and regularly pursue "blue ocean" alternatives, seeking the often hard-to-find opportunity and
counterintuitive solution.
(4) Courageous leaders practice vulnerable trust. That is, they encourage those they lead to
understand that silence on an emerging organizational problem is more harmful than is admitting failure,
inadequacy, or incompetence. Courageous leaders trust people enough as to encourage them to share
openly and upwardly about discouraging internal issues or failed systems. By building trusting
relationships, courageous leaders encourage staff to practice this kind of vulnerable trust.
(5) Courageous leaders, particularly in the difficult moments, work hard to "absorb the chaos,
give back calm, and provide hope." By almost any standard, these are clearly chaotic times. In the
midst of that chaos, people sometimes say the wrong things, sometimes pursue misguided agendas, and
sometimes tend to be more brutal with people than with facts. These are times for courageous leaders to
absorb that chaos, not by relying on their own strength, of course, but by relying on the strength and
direction that comes from having learned the internal lesson, "My yoke is easy and my burden is light."
Any Christ-follower who desires to walk in full obedience to what Christ calls us to be and do—to carry
their cross—is called to live courageously. Courageous leaders give back calm.
Now perhaps more than ever, we need courageous leaders who are able to help themselves and
others through their leading and following, and especially through the guidance of God's Spirit,
to recognize that (1) degree of difficulty is not the same as degree of impossibility, and (2) opportunity
often resides where chaos and problems seek to be the sole tenants.
My prayer is that during these days of opportunity, yes opportunity, we will be empowered by the God
"who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power …"—to be
courageous followers and leaders in our walk with God, in our relationships with our families, and in the
places of organizational leadership where he has called us to serve.
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LITANY FOR THE DEDICATION OF LEADERSHIP
(based on Romans 12)
Pastor:
I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present
yourselves as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual
worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of
your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and
acceptable through your leadership at Holman UMC.
Leaders:
By the grace of God given to me I will serve and lead by not thinking of myself more
highly than I ought to think, but to think with sober judgment, according to the
measure of faith that God has assigned me. For as in one body we have many
members, and not all the members have the same function, so we, who are many,
are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another.
Congregation:
We all have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us: prophecy,
in proportion to faith; ministry, in ministering; the teacher, in teaching; the exhorter,
in exhortation; the giver, in generosity; the leader, in diligence; the compassionate,
in cheerfulness. We commit to develop and deploy our gifts to compliment that
of our elected leaders as a manifestation of our membership and discipleship.
ALL:
We commit to grow our love to be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what
is good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in
showing honor. We commit to not lag in zeal, but to be ardent in spirit,
serve the Lord. Together we will rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering,
persevere in prayer, contribute to the needs of the saints, and extend
hospitality to strangers.
Pastor:
Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those
who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another; do not
be haughty, but associate with the lowly; do not claim to be wiser than you are.
Leaders and Congregation:
We will not repay anyone evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the
sight of all. Through our “followship” of Jesus Christ, we will live peaceably
with all. We will never avenge ourselves, but leave room for the wrath of God;
for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” No, “if your
enemies are hungry, feed them; if they are thirsty, give them something to
drink; for by doing this you will heap burning coals on their heads.”
Pastor:
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Leaders:
We will lead by example and to the glory of God. We commit to grow in our
discipleship and stewardship, glow in our companionship and partnership, and
go forth to make the mission and vision of Holman UMC a reality.
(Adapted by Rev. Kelvin Sauls)
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HOLMAN 2014 LEADERS
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 WORDS OF APPRECIATION 
Thank you Holman Church family for all the prayers and concern extended to and for the Eubanks family.
We are grateful and blessed by your unconditional love and support.
With heartfelt gratitude,
AARON AND DIANNE EUBANKS & FAMILY
In Recognition of Our Retiring Church Officers
We give God thanks for your leadership during 2013,
and express our gratitude to you for saying “yes” to the call to be a leader.
We are grateful for your willingness to serve
and your commitment to our ministry together.
RETIRING OFFICERS
MICHAEL JONES
MERLE DAVIS
TED DAVIS
Chair, Church Council
President, Holman UMW
President, Holman UMM
LEO ASBERRY
DR. BENNIE REAMS
Chair, Board of Trustees
Lay Member to Annual Conference
Co-Chair, Outreach Ministries
Chair, Homecoming Committee
KRYSTAL PERKINS
CAROLYN JENKINS
REGGIE MOON
SPPRC Committee
SPPRC Committee
Board of Trustees
RICARDO MOWATT
BETTY GRAVES
QUINTON JAMES
KEVIN MCGRUDER
Lay Leadership Committee
Lay Leadership Committee
Lay Leadership Committee
WALTER FLETCHER
KIMBERLY GREEN
MELANIE EDMONDS
Lay Leadership Committee
Young Adult Ministry
Young Adult Ministry
E. LYNN MATTHEWS
Community Political Action
& Advocacy Ministry
REGGIE FIELDS
CHERYL GREEN
Christian Athletic Association
Church School Superintendent
FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR
In Honor of Best Friends,
ELTON AND GLORIA BAILEY
and
In Loving Memory of
ELTON REGINALD BAILEY
on his 53rd birthday, January 28, 2014.
Your spirit lives within our hearts.
From daughter and sister,
DR. CASSANDRA L. BAILEY

In Loving Memory of
my Husband
FLOYD FRANKLIN, ESQ.
and
my Parents,
DR. AND MRS. CARL (THELMA) CHRISTY
LET US PRAY
FOR THE BEREAVED
SARA WASHINGTON, first cousin of Holman
member John L. Richards, passed away on
January 16, 2014 in Holly Springs, Mississippi.
Funeral service was be held on January 23rd in
Holly Springs, MS.
Memorial service for DR. LACEY WYATT will be
held on Saturday, February 1st at 11:00 am in the
Holman sanctuary.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS
Drs. Lewis and Gail Wyatt & Family,
Kamile Wyatt,
John L. Richards and Family,
Lester Dupre,
Alane Harpe, Donna and Wayne Harpe
MYRTLE C. FRANKLIN
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 MINISTRY AND MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS 
WEEKLY HEALTH TIP:
Water is your body's principal chemical component and makes
up about 60 percent of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water. Lack of water
can lead to dehydration, a condition that occurs when you don't have enough water in your body to carry
out normal functions. Even mild dehydration can drain your energy and make you tired. So drink up.
Be sure to drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day.
A YEAR WITH THE BIBLE – A limited quantity of this yearly Bible
reading guide is available through the bookstore. Please feel free
to visit the bookstore or stop by the Bookstore table in White Hall,
while supplies last.
THE E-RINGER IS HERE!!! To stay connected to
Holman’s opportunities for faith formation and ministry
participation, sign up to receive our weekly electronic
newsletter at www.holmanumc.com.
AFTER THE SERMON
FAITH FORMATION IN ACTION
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Educating & Mobilizing
FEBRUARY
1.
Screening of the movie “12 Years a Slave” – TBD
2.
02/16 – Holman Adult Sunday School Discussion
of "12 Years A Slave" (see p. 6)
3.
Holman PanHellenic Strategy Session in
collaboration with Supervisor Mark RidleyThomas & Attorney-General Kamala Harris to
discuss the impact fraternities and sororities can
make
regarding
Human
Trafficking
–
Date TBD
MARCH
 03/08 – Community Faith-Based Human Trafficking
Forum in collaboration with California Board of
Equalization and the District Attorney's Office to
educate and explore strategies in prevention and
intervention at Wilshire UMC.

Community March with Supervisor Mark RidleyThomas for the prevention, reduction & elimination
of human trafficking – Date TBD
OUR LOVE SHOULD NOT
BE JUST WORDS AND TALK;
IT MUST BE TRUE LOVE,
WHICH SHOWS ITSELF IN ACTION.
1 John 3:18 (Good News Version)
CAMPUS & FACILITY CLEAN UP – We are in the process of
preparing for our West District Training to be held at Holman on
FEBRUARY 8th. All ministries and organization leaders and
participants are requested to check the rooms and areas regularly
used by your ministries and make sure that all of your items are
stored in a proper and orderly fashion. The trustees will work with
the church office and custodial staff on this matter. We ask your
assistance to insure that needed items are not discarded because
they have been left without labeling, or just found thrown about
in corners. Thank you for your collaboration and cooperation
in this effort.
JUBILANT VOICES – We rehearse Wednesdays, 7:30 pm –
9 pm, and minister on 3rd & 4th Sundays. Our mission is to sing
praises unto the Lord. Stop by and visit us – this may be your
place of ministry!!
LITURGISTS AND LAY SPEAKERS: A Mandatory meeting has
been scheduled for all Liturgists and Lay Speakers for Saturday,
FEBRUARY 1st, 9-10:30 am. The purpose of this meeting is to
review responsibilities, update skills, and set a schedule for
greater effectiveness. Please RSVP with Joni at 323.731.7285
or [email protected].
GOLDEN BELLS – In February 2014, Holman will be celebrating
its 69th year. As part of our annual celebration to be
held FEBRUARY 9th, we will once again recognize our Golden
Bells, those who have been members for fifty (50) years or
more. If you joined Holman in 1964 or before and have not been
recognized, please contact the church office or see
Donna Richardson.
TWELVE YEARS A SLAVE – The Holman
Adult Bible Studies Class invites you to join
them on FEBRUARY 16, 2014, as part of
our Black History Month observance, for a
discussion on the book, "Twelve Years
A Slave" by Solomon Northup, and the
movie based on the book. We will gather
between services (9:45 am – 10:45 am) in
L.L. White Hall. Save the date and make
plans now to be with us as we reflect on the
life and experience of Solomon Northrup.
BAKE SALE by Holman United Methodist Women will be held
on Sunday, FEBRUARY 16, following the 8:00 am and
11:00 am services. Please stop by and purchase some of our
homemade goodies.
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UMC IN CONNECTION
WEST DISTRICT TRAINING CONFERENCE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2014 @ 9:00 A.M.
WEST DISTRICT TRAINING CONFERENCE will be
held on Saturday, FEBRUARY 8, 2014, 8 am – 2 pm,
here at Holman UMC. The day’s schedule will include
Morning Praise, Morning Workshop, Lunch and
Resource Fair, and the Afternoon Workshop.
Registration Fee is now $20. Contact the West District
office for further info, and registration and payment
mailing instructions – 323.733.4100. Applications and
workshop information material are available in Lawson
Multipurpose Bldg. literature racks. All “Holman”
meetings will be cancelled on this date to make all rooms
on our campus available for the West District Training
Conference.
All Holman leaders are requested and encouraged
to attend the District Training on FEBRUARY 8th.
Please contact the West District office for further info. at
562.429.1441 or [email protected].
In the spirit of
COMMUNICATION  COLLABORATION 
COOPERATION  COMMITMENT and CONNECTION!!
Thank You
WORKSHOPS OFFERED INCLUDE
 M.I.P. – MISSION IS POSSIBLE – Rev. K. Wilborn
 WELCOMING & HOSPITALITY – Rev. R. English
 SOUL WORK – A SACRED CONVERSATION
ABOUT DEATH AND DYING – Rev. K. Tannheimer
 THE “V” IN CHURCH – LIVING EVANGELISM
– Rev. K.
Sauls
 ESTABLISHING THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP
–. J. Hanson
 WANT TO DO A CHURCH RETREAT? – T. Hamilton
 DEVELOPING PERSONNEL POLICIES – J. Hanson
 MONEY MATTERS – J. Cobb
 TRUSTEES – E. Butler
 CHILDREN AND FAMILY MINISTRIES – J. Okamoto Floyd
& Rev. J. Cromwell
 THE SCRIPTURES – Rev. E. Raphael
 FACEBOOK & TWITTER & BLOGS, OH MY! – Rev. B. Sanders
 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL – AFTERNOON WORKSHOP
– Rev. J. Cromwell & J. Okamoto Floyd
 MINISTRY WITH YOUNG PEOPLE – THE UNIQUE
STRUGGLES
OF THIS GENERATION – E. Ferguson
For application and detailed workshop description
and times please go to:
http://www.calpacwestdistrict.org/clientimages/51098/2
014trainingconferenceregistration.pdf
“The resources that God uses to multiply miracles
to meet people’s needs come from our hands.
When we obediently release what is in our hands,
Jesus blesses it, multiplies it, and then gives it
back to us for the purpose of distribution.
This is Kingdom Economics 101.”
~Mike Slaughter
We have various options available for you
to conveniently make your contributions
to the mission & ministries at Holman:
 Cash or  Check in person or by mail
 Credit Card On-Site via our Bookstore
 Online giving using your Credit Card at
www.holmanumc.com
 Using our QR Code with your
Smartphone decoder
IN COMMUNITY
MARY A. CAMPBELL WOMEN’S MISSIONARY SOCIETY
of Second A.M.E. Church will hold its Annual Day service
TODAY at 10 am, with Rev. Judi Wortham-Sauls as the
guest preacher. Pastor John E. Cager III is the Pastor for 2nd
A.M.E., located at 5500 South Hoover Street in Los Angeles.
Rev. Judi will also be speaking this afternoon at St. John’s
UMC (see page 14) today at 3 pm for their Women’s Day
Celebration.
WEST ADAMS OIL DRILLING UPDATE – WE DID IT!
We got a suspension on the oil well construction thanks
to City Council President Herb Wesson. But this is only
temporary and we've got to get ready for ROUND 2.
Our next neighborhood meeting is Thursday January 30th
from 7 pm – 8:30 pm at LA 84 Foundation, located at 2141
W. Adams Blvd (at Gramercy Place). Come and hear the
latest updates and join us for a discussion on our next steps.
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 THIS WEEK AT HOLMAN 
JANUARY 26 TO FEBRUARY 1, 2014

CHILDREN & YOUTH CHURCH SCHOOL
8 am & 11 am, Educ. Bldg.
 FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 9:30 am, Patio
 Adults Church School, 9:45 am:
ADULT BIBLE STUDY, Educ. Bldg., Room 5
BOOK TALK – JLMP Bldg., Rm. 204
currently reading The Cross and the Lynching Tree,
by James Cone
M EN IN THE W ORD – JLMP Bldg., Room 203
 Cherub Choir Rehearsal, 10 am, Johnson Chapel
 FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 12:30 pm, L.L. White Hall
 UMW UNIT MEETING, 1 pm, Johnson Chapel
 In HIS Steps Dance Rehearsal, 1:30 pm, Sanctuary
6:30 pm, L.L. White Hall
2nd & 4th Thursdays
Next "Jazz for the Soul" worship
will be on February 13th
in time for Valentine’s Day!!!!!
MONDAY
 INTERCESSORY PRAYER MINISTRY
– 7 am (Mon. Wed. Fri.) Join us on the PHONE PRAYER LINE
from any location for a time of prayer & encouragement.
Call 424-203-8000; Code 528519#.
 Storehouse is open (for the needy),
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (Mon. Wed. & Fri.), Educ. Bldg.
 Holman / A-MAN, Inc. Educ. Tech. Center, 2 – 6 pm
(Mon.-Fri.), Educ. Bldg., Room 9
 Focus Point Study Group, 6 pm, Johnson Chapel
 Disciple V Bible Study, 6 pm, Crockett Library
 Disciple IV Bible Study, 6:30 pm, Room 202
 Zumba Fitness Class (Health & Wellness Ministry),
7:30 pm, L.L. White Hall (fee applies)
TUESDAY
 Banner Committee, 10 am, Room 203
 Line Dancing (Health & Wellness Ministry)
5 pm, L.L. White Hall (fee applies)
 Disciple IV Bible Study, 7 pm, Crockett Library
This contemporary worship experience draws upon the rich
treasures of the African tradition of Gospel and Jazz.
Our worship celebration includes music by our Holman Quartet,
a light meal, spoken word, guest soloists and musicians,
the Message, and sometimes more . . . !!!
 Disciple III Bible Study, 7 pm, Crockett Library
 Disciple II Bible Study, 7 pm, Room 204
 Holman Choir Rehearsal, 7:30 pm, Bowick Music Room
FRIDAY
 FRIDAY MORNING PRAYER, Share & Communion Service,
7 am, Johnson Chapel
 Recovery Ministry (Women’s Group), 6 pm, Room 204
 Drama Ministry, 7 pm, Room 203
SATURDAY
SATURDAY MORNING
PRAISE & WORSHIP, 7 am,
Johnson Chapel. All are welcome!
WEDNESDAY
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Disciple V Bible Study, 8 am, Crockett Library
Sports Ministry (Table Tennis), 5 pm, L.L. White Hall
Disciple I Bible Study, 7 pm, Crockett Library
Jubilant Voices Rehearsal, 7:30 pm, Johnson Chapel
THURSDAY
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Banner Committee, 10 am, Room 203
BIBLE STUDY, 12 pm, Crockett Library
In HIS Steps Dance Ministry Rehearsal, 6 pm, Sanctuary
Recovery Ministry Meeting, 6:30 pm, Room 202
A leader is one who
knows the way, goes the way,
and shows the way.
Join us and experience your blessing!
Communion Stewards, 8 am, Sanctuary
Liturgists and Lay Speakers Training, 9 am, Crockett Library
Recovery Group Planning Committee, 10 am, Room 204
AKA Ivy Beyond the Wall Service, 10 am, Sanctuary
Bell Choir Rehearsal, 10:30 am, Educ. Bldg. Room 1
Memorial Service and Repast (Dr. Lacey Wyatt), 11 am,
Sanctuary / L.L. White Hall
 Junior Gents Workshop, 12:30 pm, Love Educ. Bldg., Rm. 5
 Mosaic Quilting Ministry Class, 1 pm, Room 204
 Holman UMW Finance Committee meeting, 3 pm, Room 202
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John C. Maxwell
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HOLMAN IN NURTURE & WITNESS
FEBRUARY 2, 2014
On this sports celebration Sunday,
let us highlight our service to the needy
by bringing a can or two of some healthy soup
as your contribution to our
“Souper” Bowl Sunday.
We will help our Storehouse Ministry
in its ongoing mission to provide food
for those who are in need.
On these cold days, and during this flu season,
some hot soup will do a body good.
Remember the advice from our
Health & Wellness Ministry,
read the labels and watch for the salt content.
Giving thanks in advance!!!
being missional
& entrepreneurial
JOSHUA 1:8
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ALTAR FLOWERS
SPONSORSHIP DATES
SUNDAY DATE
February 2
February 16
February 23
March 2
March 9
March 16
March 23
March 30
April 13 – PALM SUNDAY
April 20 – EASTER SUNDAY
April 27
May 4
May 11 – MOTHER’S DAY
May 25
June 1
June 29
July 6
July 13
July 20
July 27
August 3
August 10
August 17
August 24
August 31
September 14
September 21
September 28
October 5
October 12
October 26
November 2 – All Saints Sunday
November 9
November 16
November 23
November 30 – 1 Sunday in Advent
December 7 – 2 Sunday in Advent
December 14 –3rd Sunday in Advent
December 21 – 4 Sunday in Advent
December 28
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SPONSOR
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The Finance Committee is offering this
opportunity to all members for $650.00.
This offer is good until
Tuesday, January 31st.
The cost will be $750.00 after that date.
SUNDAY DATE
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SPONSOR
February 23
March 9
April 27
June 8 – DAY OF PENTECOST
June 22
July 20
August 17
August 24
September 21
October 26
November 16
November 23
November 30 – 1 Sunday in Advent
December 21 – 4 Sunday in Advent
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Altar Flowers Sponsorship
is available for a
donation of $65.00 per bouquet.
I would like to reserve ____ bouquet for Sunday, ________
Name:
Contact Bettye Fontenot at 323 731-7285
for further info.
Thank you
for supporting this important ministry that brings
the Good News to our brothers and sisters
in the radio audience, and connects us to our
community in our mission to make disciples
for Jesus Christ.
We appreciate you!!!
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We are blessed to be a blessing!!
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REPORT OF LAY LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE
TO JANUARY 4, 2014 ALL CHURCH CONFERENCE
Brief Description of Ministry / Committee / Board
(Purpose / Expectations/ Responsibilities)
The Committee on Lay Leadership Development is a team that works with the Senior Pastor in
serving throughout the year to guide the congregation on matters regarding expectations,
qualifications and development of lay leadership (other than employed staff) in the congregation
to:
 Engage in growth and development as disciples of Jesus Christ
 Focus on accomplishing the mission and vision of the congregation
 Guide the development and training of Christian spiritual leaders
 Identify, recruit, train, and deploy persons in their elected roles
 Support, monitor, appreciate, evaluate and celebrate, persons elected in their roles
 Assist the Pastor and Church Council (or alternative structure) in assessing changing
leadership needs.
Expectations for Leadership @ Holman
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Active member for at least 3 years
Commitment to the mission / vision of the United Methodist Church & Holman UMC
Consistent participant in at least one of the various worship services at Holman
Consistent participant in at least one of the various faith formation experience
(e.g. Disciple Bible Study, Small Group, other Bible Studies)
Consistent financial contributor through Tithes, Offerings and other means
Attendance & active participation in all meetings
When missing three consecutive and/or 50% of meetings, the person will be
asked to resign
Attendance & participation in all leadership training opportunities
(Winter, Spring & Fall)
Have knowledge and appreciation for the history of Holman
Have a pro-active disposition & take initiative
Willingness to be held accountable
Commitment to the spiritual, financial, numerical & missional growth
of Holman Church
2013 Accomplishments (Activities, etc.)
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Facilitated Leadership Trainings in the Winter, Spring & Summer
Re-organized N.O.W. meetings for greater understanding, collaboration
and effectiveness
Ongoing recruitment and training of leaders
2014 Goals / Plans
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Develop & deploy Spiritual Leaders to serve and advance the mission / vision
of Holman UMC
Coordinate at least two Leadership Training opportunities at Holman
Facilitate attendance of leaders at District, Conference, and connectional
Leadership Opportunities
Monitor & Evaluate leaders according to expectations
Initiate the “Baton Initiative” for effective transition and healthy rotation of leadership
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Worship Celebration
8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M.
SERMON NOTES
“Potency in Proclamation”
SCRIPTURE
I Corinthians 1:1-18
Rev. Kelvin Sauls
SCRIPTURE REFLECTION
The potency and power of our
proclamation is captured in the
Quaker saying, "let your life speak."
How we allow the message of Jesus
Christ to infect and affect our lives
will sharpen the impact of our
proclamation. When we allow our
allegiance in the Church to shift
away from God's message, and the
mission we've been assigned,
division will prevail. Moreover,
the cross will "be emptied
of its power."
Foundational to our leadership
in the Church, is our followship
of Jesus. While words and creeds
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have their place, the potency of our
proclamation is demonstrated
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in our works and deeds!
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KING AHEAD
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HOLY COMMUNION SUNDAY
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Sunday, February 2, 2013
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69th ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY
Sunday, February 9, 2014
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Our Theme:
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Pressing Toward The Mark
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Philippians 3:13-14
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We will celebrate our
Golden Bells
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Lord God,
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Our hands are open to you.
Our ears are listening to you.
Our eyes are watching you.
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Our hearts are trying to_______________
beat with yours.
Live in us and love others
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through us today.
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Amen.
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