Bay Shore Church - Sermons and News from Bay Shore Community Congregational Church in Belmont Shore, California.

We need one or two extra people to join four others in folding the Carillon and preparing it for mailing.  Takes about 90 minutes.

Margie Barnes, Service men and women who are serving to keep us safe so that we may have freedom, liberty, and democracy, Amy Jensen, Erik, Al & Marilynn Sykes, Al & Esther Watts, Joyce, Roy Bowen, China’s earthquake victims, Martha Ross, Doug Incledon, Dorothy Wallace, soul of George Atkinson, soul of Kathryn Taylor, Mike and Vanessa Lewis, Ali Omran, Blessings for C.M.P., a company that helps other in need, Blessing and hope for our soldiers overseas, Rich Elliott, Mike, all caregivers, soul of Bill Hasselman, Greg Key, Carmen Sperry, Susan, Liz, Wisdom & patience, Vince & Jody, Paul, Tyler Noessen, Marcia Frisella, Susan Quinn, Gina Bituye, Linda Hoff, Judith Solorio, Michael, All teens planning summer activities & jobs, soul of John Hauser, Betty Outten, Laurie Turley, Bob Elkins, Shannon & her newborn twins, soul of Bill Robertson, Diane Wilkens, Veterans of all wars, All men & women who have returned injured: those in hospitals & those recovering at home, trying to rebuild their lives.

The offertory will be a piano arrangement of the gospel hymn “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” (Chalice Hymnal No. 557). The origin of this spiritual is unknown, but it is believed to be over 100 years old. In 1940 the tune and words resurfaced and in a year swept the country. As we prepare for communion the words of this hymn are especially fitting: “Just a closer walk with thee, grant it, Jesus, is my plea, daily walking close to thee: let it be, dear Lord, let it be”.

May God’s presence be with us as we worship together.

9:30a.m. Worship - Sunday School - Nursery

The Rev. Charles Ensley’s Sermon:
“NOT  ONLY  TO  HEAR,  BUT  TO  DO”
To be called by Christ means to be challenged by him, to venture forth into lives that we would not have had if Jesus had not summoned us to be doers of the word and not hearers only.

Scripture Lesson: Matthew 7:21-29
Lay Reader: Kirsten Sumpter

Bay Shore Bells selections:  The Beautiful Treasures of Heaven
Dorian Dance

Chancel Choir and Handbell anthem:  One Bread, One Body

Sacrament of Communion, served early in the service so children may participate.
Installation of Church Officers and new Commission Members

Bay Shore Community Congregational Church
5100 The Toledo
Long Beach, California 90803-5539

Rev. Charles E. Ensley, Jr.
Senior Minister
revcee@bayshorechurch.org

Church Office: Tel (562) 433-0401 Fax (562) 433-5078
Bayshorechurch@aol.com
www.bayshorechurch.org

This Sunday’s Activities
8:00 - Bay Shore Bells Rehearsal
8:30 - Chancel Choir Rehearsal
9:30 - Worship with Communion; Installation of Church Officers & Commission Members; Sunday School & Nursery
10:45 - Fellowship Hour in the Concert Hall
5:30 - Final Sr. High Fellowship with Amy and Kirsten.  Meet at the Youth Center.

Flowers on the altar are given by Leslie Groene and Blake Rea in celebration of their marriage on May 31.
Flowers in the niche are given by Otto Student in celebration of his wife Charlotte’s 86th birthday.

Greeters are: John and Paige Contreras

Lay Reader: Kirsten Sumpter
Kirsten has attended Bay Shore Church all her life and was confirmed in 1993.  Her favorite church involvements are association and conference connections to the United Church of Christ and directing FEB Camp.  She is currently chair of our Associate Minister Search Committee.  Kirsten lives in Long Beach and works at CSULB.  She enjoys hiking, biking, and reading.

“Their Last Full Measure”
Date: May 25, 2008
Minister: Rev. Charles E. Ensley, Jr.

Lesson:  Ecclesiasticus/Sirach 44:1-2, 8-18 (from the Apocrypha)

 

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9:30 a.m. Worship Sunday School Nursery

The Rev. Charles Ensley’s Sermon:
“THEIR LAST FULL MEASURE”
Over 4,000 American troops have been killed serving in Iraq and Afghanistan in the past five years. This Memorial Day weekend, we will pay tribute to their ultimate sacrifice—“their last full measure” in the service of our country, fighting for liberty among people who have not experienced democracy.
Scripture Lesson: Ecclesiasticus/Sirach 44:1-2, 8-15
Lay Reader: Jay Dysart
Chancel Choir anthem: God So Loved the World
Megan O’Toole’s solo: When I Think Upon My Goodness

This Sunday’s Activities

8:30 Chancel Choir Rehearsal
9:30 Worship with Sunday School & Nursery
10:45 Fellowship Hour in the Concert Hall

Flowers on the altar are given by Burt and Norma Marter in celebration of their 62nd wedding anniversary.

Flowers in the niche are given by Steve and Patti Zieg in celebration of their daughter Delaney’s 15th birthday.

Greeters are: Bill and Emily Hughes

Lay Reader: Jay Dysart
Jay has been a member of Bay Shore Church for 6+ years. He enjoys being involved in the Church in small ways in lots of areas, such as singing in the choir when he can, serving on the Pastoral Relations Committee and the Buildings and Grounds Commission, and helping the church grow online through podcasting and e-mail newsletters. Jay has lived in Long Beach for 10 years and is married to Christi. They have 3 sons who bring him great joy, named Jacob, Lucas, and Micah. Jay also pursues artistic interests with small local theatres and the connected fabric of the digital online world.

Annual Meeting Elects Officers

Last Sunday, at the Annual Meeting of the Congregation, we heard reports from the various commissions, and elected new officers and commission members for those whose terms are expiring. Elected officers were Richard Landes, Moderator; Melinda Wells, Moderator-elect; and Linda Sumpter, Registrar.

Board of Stewards meetings are scheduled for Tuesday, May 27 and June 24. Outgoing chairs should attend the May meeting, and any incoming chairs already selected are welcome to attend.

Bay Shore Friends Meet June 20

On Friday, June 20, the Bay Shore Friends Club is having its third general meeting of 2008. Even if you are not a member of the Bay Shore Friends, all members and friends of the church are invited to join us in our potluck and program meeting in the Concert Hall. Our program features a member of our congregation, Hank Snapper, who will speak to us of his trip to Israel, where his family was honored as “Righteous Among Nations” for their courage and compassion in hiding from the Nazis a family of seven Jews.

We’re continuing our early start time, so if you are coming for the potluck, please have your food at the church by 5:45 p.m. Please call either Sydney Dooley or to coordinate food assignments, and remember to bring your own table service.

If you are coming just for the program, please arrive by 7:00 p.m.

Upcoming Coffee Hour Hosts
May 25: Monty & Tracy Maples
June 1: Jack & Barbara Peck

UPCOMING SUNDAYS AT BAY SHORE:
June 1 – Communion served early in the service for children to partake. Combined choir and handbell anthem. Installation of new church officers and
commission members.
June 8 – Sunday School Promotion

Attendance May 18 was 177.
Board of Stewards meets Tuesday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Worship Commission meets June 8 at 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School Notes for May 25:

Study 13: Paul Describes Genuine Love.
1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Bible Point: God teaches us how to love

Weaving Faith into Life:
Students will model God’s love to people with whom they come in contact

Key Verse:
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not self seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs” (1 Corinthians 13:4-5)

SIX-2-EIGHT

Middle School kids meet in the Youth Center Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Come join us for fun and friendship!

May 22: Roger’ s H Istory Night: NO 628
May 29: To Be Announced
June 5: READY 4 SUMMER 628 PARTY

Mark your calendars:
JERUSALEM MARKETPLACE
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS COMING:
AUGUST 11-15

Scholarships Available

Again this year, the Bay Shore Friends are making $1,000 available as scholarships to students in the Bay Shore Church community. Applications are available from Jennifer in the church office. The deadline for applications is July 15. Those eligible are persons of any age connected with Bay Shore Church, wishing to continue their post-high school education at a college, vocational school, or returning for specialized training to qualify for a new job.

Saturday, June 7
Light and Heavy Assignments
Coffee, Juice and Donuts @ 9 a.m.
We have some groups using it as soon as school is out, and we need to spiffy it up!