
Upcoming Worship
Summer Worship
Stories of the Early Church
June 3
Peter's Conversion
Acts 10:1-17, 34-35;
Matthew 9: 36-37
June 10
Paul's Mission/ God's Action
Acts 13:1-3; 14:8-18;
Matthew 10:40-42
June 17
Guest Preacher: Rev Joye Jones
Ten Commandments Series
June 24
Nineteen Comes Before Twenty
Exodus 19:1-6; 20:1-2;
Matthew 22:34-40
July 1
Tuned into God
Exodus 20:3-11; Matthew 22:34-40
July 8
Turned Toward Our Neighbors
Exodus 20:12-16; Matthew 22:34-40
July 15
The Desires of the Heart
Exodus 20:17; Matthew 22:34-40
June 22
Vacation Bible School Sunday
Numbers 11:24-30, Acts 2:1-21
Our Sacraments
July 29
Baptism: It's Not the Water
Psalm 46, Acts 2:37-42
August 5
Baptism: At Home with Christ
Psalm 84; Romans 6:1-11
August 12
The Lord's Supper: An Act of Proclamation
Psalm 65; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
August 19
Guest Preacher: Sy Garte
August 26
The Gospel in Song

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Thank you, Lord, for always being there and providing for us when we need you. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Second Saturday Dinner
Volume 121 | Issue 4 | August/ September 2019 -Click a tab below!
The Carillon
HIGHLIGHTS
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Cover Story
Pastor's Page
Preparing Our Hearts- Acolyte Ministry
Connie King & Claney Lattie
Dear Friends, I am so grateful for the ministry of our acolytes and crucifers. They add beauty and meaning to our worship. Enjoy this article by Connie King and Claney Lattie about this ministry and the faithful young men and women who serve. In Christ’s love, Pastor Martha
Early in June, eleven year old Ryan Lattie turned to his mother Claney and said, “We must prepare our hearts for worship.” It was his first Sunday to serve as acolyte. He’d been watching his older siblings Caleeb and Rhea serve as acolyte and crucifer for the past year. He was eager to join the acolyte and crucifer ministry.
The acolyte’s and crucifer’s quiet service prepares our hearts for worship. Sunday worship begins with the solemn procession of Light of Christ and the Cross of Christ during the opening hymn. This ancient ritual symbolizes Christ’s presence among us as The Light of the World; the Cross represents God’s redemptive love for humankind. At the close of service the light from the altar is extinguished and carried out into the world reminding worshipers that we, as believers, are called to serve. The Cross follows reminding us that God is with us. The acolytes serve at the altar during Holy Communion as chalice bearers and assist Pastor Martha in any way she may require.
RUMC currently has eight acolytes ranging in age from 11 to 18 years. Serving longest is Shingai Magaya age 13. He says he likes serving because it, “makes the service run smoothly and he feels a sense of accomplishment”. Shingai will be leaving us in August to return to his home country, Zimbabwe. We will miss him and his strong leadership. Katie McCleary, age 13 is serious about her duties. She likes lighting the candles; her only fear is she’ll “light something other than the candles!” Jeffrey Ji age 11 says he’s afraid of “messing up in front of everybody” but he likes “to help a lot of people get closer to God through my work”. Twelve year old Alex just arrived here from Zambia and immediately wanted to join the ministry. He says he, “loves to work for the Lord” and that his service will, “help him grow spiritually and have good behavior”. Tony just arrived with his family from the Kingdom of Tonga. He says he is, “proud to be in the acolyte ministry doing something useful in church to glorify God and so I have nothing to be afraid of”. The three Lattie’s are from Jamaica. Eighteen year old Caleeb is bound for Greensboro to attend North Carolina Agriculture and Technology State University. He says his fear is, “getting to church on time”. He feels this is his way to give back to his church. Sister Rhea, 16 was, “afraid she’d make a mistake in from of the whole congregation”. Her joy comes, “in service to God”. Young Ryan feels, “happy when he serves God!”
When you see any of our acolytes please give them a word of encouragement and thanks for their faithful service. If you know of a young person in our midst who would like to join the acolyte and crucifer ministry please call Connie King at 540.220.5921 or the church office. Let us pray for the people who lead and serve in this ministry.

Vacation Bible School- Life Lessons from Dr. Seuss




YeeHaw! at
Vacation Bible School!
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Member Spotlight


How well do you know your fellow congregants? Do you feel like RUMC is your family? Sometimes we can get so caught up in our own lives, that we miss an opportunity to be a part of a community. For the next year or so we will be introducing you to each other through Member Spotlight! And we want to hear from you! Who do you want to learn more about! Send us your nominations and we’ll have you all knowing everyone in RUMC by next year!
Ted Murphy
INTRO
Ted Murphy is a man on the go. He has competed in Senior Olympics at the State level for over 30 years and plans to go again next month! You can see him sporting the two gold medals he won at the National Senior Olympics held recently in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Ted blasted the competition to win gold medals in his age division (95-99) in javelin and discus events. In addition to these sports, Ted is a regular golfer and bowls with a league, too.
HOW DO YOU SERVE THE CHURCH?
Ted has been a member of Rockville UMC since 1979 and is still faithful in attendance every Sunday he is in town!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY
Ted was married to his beloved wife Shirley for 70 years. He is the proud father of Linda, Steven and Barbara, three grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.
TELL US A LITTLE MORE ABOUT YOUR LIFE
Ted served in the US Air Force in World War II and in Korea. Educated as a geologist he served in the oil industry for several years before becoming a county planner. He served on a bi-county commission for Montgomery and Prince George’s County where he was deeply involved in a watershed study for the two counties. After coming to Montgomery County as a county planner he used his know how and position to insure proper care of the environment.
Be sure to say “Hi” to Ted when you see him and congratulate him on his gold medals!
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Birthdays & Anniversaries here
Upcoming Worship
August-September Worship
Sermon Series: Rekindle the Faith | Based on the Book of Hebrews
July 28-August 25
July 28
God Speaks!
Hebrews 1:1-4
August 4
Jesus: Pioneer, Brother, Liberator
Hebrews 2:10-18
August 11
Boldness in Prayer
Hebrews 4:14-5:10
August 18
God Opens the Door
Hebrews 9:1-14
August 25
The Word!
Hebrews 11:1-16, 12:1-2
September 1
Back to School Sunday
A Great Day of Singing!
Sermon Series: Learning from God: Loving God and Neighbor
September 8
Sunday School Rally Day!
How to Be a Neighbor
Luke 10:25-37
September 15
Loving by Listening
Luke 10:38-42
September 22
Letting God Love You
Luke 11:1-13
September 29
The Love Never Stops Here
Luke 12:13-32
Upcoming Group Meetings
August-September Group Meetings &
Bible Studies
New Day Circle
Thursday, September 15
at 9:30 am
For more info
Contact Judy Nierman
301-424-4316
Mary Martha Circle
Wednesday, September 11
at 11:45 am
For more info
Contact Suzanne Everly
240-424-8867
Evening Women's Group
Meetings resume September
For more info
Contact Ann Potteiger
ann.potteiger@gmail.com
Trustees Meeting
Monday, August 19 & September 16
at 7:00 pm | Conf Room
For more info
Contact the church office: 301-762-2288
Second Saturday
RUMC Dinner
Saturday, September 7 from 5:00-7:00 pm
For more info
Contact Keshika Dias
keshikad@yahoo.com
Finance Committee
Monday, August 12 & September 9
at 7:00 pm | Conf Room
For more info
Contact the church office: 301-762-2288
SPRC
Thursday, September 17
at 7:00 pm | Conf Room
For more info
Contact the church office: 301-762-2288
Adult Fellowship
Sunday School
Every Sunday at 9:15 am
Room 104
For more info
Contact Julian Sparrow
301-963-4755
Upcoming September Events
Blessing of the Backpacks
September 1 | 8:30 & 10:30 am services
Sunday School Returns!
September 8 | 9:15 am
RUMC Church Picnic
September 8 | 12:30-4 pm | Black Hills Regional Park Pavillion J- See here for directions!
Second Saturday RUMC Family Dinner
September 14 | 5-7 pm | Wesley Hall
Peerless Rockville Historic Churches Tour
September 28 | RUMC open 1-4 pm
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Mark Your Calendars!
Heritage Sunday | One Service Only
TBA | 10:30 am
Second Saturday RUMC Family Dinner
October 12 | 5-7 pm | Wesley Hall
Family Ministries Trip to Butler's Pumpkin Festival
TBA
175 Anniversary Banquet
October 20 | TBA
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