2-14-2021 Final Bulletin

February 14, 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: And this is how we know what love is…. All: God so loved the world that he gave his only son for us. One: Chocolates and candy, flowers and gifts are lovely... All: But, greater love has no one than to lay down their life for a friend. One: What a friend we have in Jesus! All: Today, when the world is focused on love, we come to worship the One who first loved us and who commands us to love one another. One: On this Transfiguration Sunday, we celebrate God’s love that has the power to change each and every one of us. All: Change us O, God. Inspire us to love as you love. Amen and Amen.

The Spoken Word “WOW!” Mark 9:2-10 (MSG) Ms. Wendi Peterson Sermon Notes Key Scriptures:   Mark 9:2-4 – Six days later, three of them did see it. Jesus took Peter, James, and John and led them up a high mountain. His appearance changed from the inside out, right before their eyes. His clothes shimmered, glistening white, whiter than any bleach could make them. Elijah, along with Moses, came into view, in deep conversation with Jesus. Mark 9:5-7 – Peter interrupted, “Rabbi, this is a great moment! Let’s build three memorials—one for you, one for Moses, one for Elijah.” He blurted this out without thinking, stunned as they all were by what they were seeing. Just then a light-radiant cloud enveloped them, and from deep in the cloud, a voice: “This is my Son, marked by my love. Listen to him.” Mark 9:9 – Coming down the mountain, Jesus swore them to secrecy. “Don’t tell a soul what you saw. After the Son of Man rises from the dead, you’re free to talk.”

Key Questions: 1.Have you ever been sworn to secrecy? 2.Have you ever wanted a complete transformation; (i.e., life, work, relationship)? Or considered what it would require? 3.Are we talking more than listening? ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________

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

Here’s What’s Happening at 1st Church Feb. 17 – Our Lenten Bible Study begins this Wednesday at 7 p.m. The 7 Last Words of Jesus from the Cross will be our study this season. Meeting ID: 883 5735 3241 Feb. 17 –The Season of Lent – our journey toward Easter and the cross — begins this week on Ash Wednesday, February 17. “Ashes-to-go” will be available at the church from 12-6:30 p.m. You’re invited to receive prayer and ashes safely from your car (weather permitting). A confirmation email and/or voicemail will be sent to the congregation Wednesday morning. -“Lent Boxes” have been prepared to help you and your family honor the season. They may be picked up Wednesday afternoon and Saturday, 12-2 p.m. -SUNDAY SCHOOL RETURNS for all ages on the THIRD Sunday of February. Use the worship link to log on at 9:45. Timeliness is important — as you must be placed in the Sunday School room by the moderator. Classes will meet on 1st and 3rd Sundays. Feb. 28 — We will celebrate Black History Month on the 4th Sunday. You’re welcome to dress in African attire and turn your cameras on! Remember, the theme is celebrating the Black Family. Our children and youth are invited to share what family member is a “hero/shero” to them. Kids may also draw a picture or share their favorite family photo and what they love about their family.

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)