4-18-2021 Final Bulletin

April 18, 2021 First United Methodist Church 1125 Wellborn Road, College Station, TX 77840 Rev. Eleanor Colvin, Pastor (979) 690-8415 Website: 1stCollegeStation.org

Call to Worship One: Christ the Lord is Risen! All: The Lord is risen indeed! One: The Risen Lord is at work in us and in the world. All: Calling us to be disciples. Calling us to make disciples. One: The Good News is that Christ knows how to deal with our doubts. All: Today, we take our burdens to the Lord and leave them there. Today, we take our doubts to the Lord and leave them there. One: The Good News is, with Christ, there is forgiveness of sins and fullness of life, and everyone who believes will be saved. All: Lord, we believe! Help our unbelief! Remove all doubt from your disciples

The Spoken Word “Easter Appetites”” Luke 24:36-48 Pastor Eleanor Colvin Sermon Notes Key Scriptures:   Luke 24:36-38 – While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” They were startled and frightened, thinking they saw a ghost. He said to them, “Why are you troubled, and why do doubts rise in your minds?” Luke 24:40-43 – … he showed them his hands and feet. And while they still did not believe it because of joy and amazement, he asked them, “Do you have anything here to eat?” They gave him a piece of broiled fish, and he took it and ate it in their presence. Luke 24:45 – Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. James 1:5-6 – If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. Revelation 3:20 – Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.

Key Questions: 1.This week’s text gives us another glimpse at how Jesus handled the disciples’ doubts. How does the Lord deal with your doubts? 2.What proof does Christ offer you that he is risen AND he is Lord? 3. Is there an area of your life where you still need more wisdom, or still need Jesus to “open your mind” as he did for the disciples? 4.What are you hungry for? Is your appetite in alignment with God’s will for you? _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________

Prayer Concerns The Bowers Family Mrs. Corey Flowers The Figueroa Family (Alex) Ms. Donna Pittman The Family of Carl and Angela Sullivan Mrs. Annie L. Williams Students, Teachers, and all The Parker Family School Personnel Mrs. Esteria Zenon All College Students Mrs. Lola Lister Healthcare Workers & Essential The Fowler Family Employees Kym Rucker & Kaylah Cook Mrs. Flora Banks The Clarke Family Mrs. Anna Smith Melyssa Henderson and Family Mr. James Watson The Zielonka Family Mrs. Bobbie Nell Jones Mr. & Mrs. Taylor Mrs. Geneva Johnson Ms. Anita Whitley Mr. Larry Johnson Ms. Elayna Tillman Mr. Lonnie Carey Ms. Brittany Cresnshaw Mrs. Vivian Aslaha Diane Robinson & Darren Day Jacoby Washington and Family The Thomas and Robinson Mr. & Mrs. James and Lonnie Families Alexander The Hamilton Family Verna and Ry Rose Lisa Wilborn & Family Mr. Joshua Ford and Family Hannah Bethea & Family The Colvin Family Ms. Angie Rucker First UMC Church Family Mrs. Tammy Bass St. Mark’s UMC Church Family Brazos Valley Newcomers

Here’s What’s Happening at 1st Church -April 21 – Bible Study will continue this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. We are exploring the meaning of Eastertide: From the Hope of the Empty Tomb to Pentecost Fire. -May 4 — The Church Council will meet Tuesday, May 4 at 6:30 p.m. Please submit ministry reports to the Council Secretary by Sunday, May 2, at [email protected]. -Worship 1st Podcast – Our digital ministry has turned 1- yearold! We pray it has helped people stay connected to God and the faith community during the pandemic. Those who enjoy technology and media or who would like to learn podcasting are invited to join the team. For more information, contact Crystal Carter at [email protected]. -SUNDAY SCHOOL is BACK! Let’s learn together on the FIRST and THIRD Sundays. Use the worship link to log on at 9:30 a.m. Timeliness is important — as you must be placed in the Sunday School room by the moderator.

ZOOM Worship Details Toll-free number: 1-888-788-0099 Meeting ID Number: 930 900 59401 *No password is needed. Visit the church website at http://1stcollegestation.org/ for worship links to the podcast and YouTube channel TO GIVE : Text 979-399-8303 or visit www.1stcollegestation.org and click the Giving tab or SCAN THE CODE Sunday School - 9:45 am Youth Fellowship - Bible Study - 2nd Sunday Wednesday 6:30 pm College Ministry - Choir Rehearsals - TBA 1st & 3rd Sunday C-School - 1st & 3rd Sunday Brotherhood - 3rd Saturday (PK-2nd Grade) 8 am (Golden Corral)