Digital Bulletin
Sept 14, 2025
“The Harvest Is Plentiful”
Matthew 9:35-38
35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”
35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”
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Children's Ministry Overflow Youth (Grades 6-12)
9:30 am/K-5th grade/Bldg 6 Sun Bible Study: 11 am - 12:30 pm
3-4 yr old/Rm 124/Bldg 4 Wed Youth Group: 2:45-7:15 pm in Bldg 6
Birth - 3 yrs/Rm 130/Bldg 4 - all services
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Service Order
Contemporary Worship - 9:30 am
"Great Things”
“From the Day”
“See a Victory”
“That’s Not You”
“From the Day”
“See a Victory”
“That’s Not You”
Traditional Worship - 8 am & 11 am
As the Prelude begins, we gather in silence so that we can hear the voice of God.
PRELUDE “An Air for the Trumpet” Telemann
CALL TO WORSHIP
*INVOCATION
*HYMN "Here I Am, Lord" No. 593
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH “The Apostle’s Creed” No. 881
*GLORIA PATRI No. 71
PASTORAL PRAYER
LORD'S PRAYER
*HYMN "Seek Ye First” No. 405
ANTHEM “Nearer, My God, to Thee” Toole
OFFERTORY “Melodia Da Chiesa” Handel/Thompson
*DOXOLOGY No. 95
SCRIPTURE Matthew 9:35-38
MESSAGE “The Harvest Is Plentiful” Pastor Mark Bitner
*HYMN "Go Forth for God” No. 670
*BENEDICTION
*POSTLUDE “Trumpet Tune” Roman
All songs used by permission ASCAP#19-147071237, WCA/BMI #1002133, CCLI #2270382
PRELUDE “An Air for the Trumpet” Telemann
CALL TO WORSHIP
*INVOCATION
*HYMN "Here I Am, Lord" No. 593
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH “The Apostle’s Creed” No. 881
*GLORIA PATRI No. 71
PASTORAL PRAYER
LORD'S PRAYER
*HYMN "Seek Ye First” No. 405
ANTHEM “Nearer, My God, to Thee” Toole
OFFERTORY “Melodia Da Chiesa” Handel/Thompson
*DOXOLOGY No. 95
SCRIPTURE Matthew 9:35-38
MESSAGE “The Harvest Is Plentiful” Pastor Mark Bitner
*HYMN "Go Forth for God” No. 670
*BENEDICTION
*POSTLUDE “Trumpet Tune” Roman
All songs used by permission ASCAP#19-147071237, WCA/BMI #1002133, CCLI #2270382
Alter Flowers
ALTAR FLOWERS ARE GIVEN BY LOIS FRITCH
IN MEMORY OF RON FRITCH AND
IN HONOR OF LOIS’ BIRTHDAY
IN MEMORY OF RON FRITCH AND
IN HONOR OF LOIS’ BIRTHDAY
Servants in Worship
8:00 - Dennis Stark, Jack & Shirley Burtnett, Dail Helms; Liturgist- Steve Mauldin
9:30 - Greeters: Bobbi Whitacre, Travis Geiger, April Clark, Dale Potter
Ushers: Carolyn Mize, Jim Mize, Joe Jerkins, Nathan Jerkins
11:00 - Bill and Sandy Bertram, Everett and Kay Caldwell; Liturgist- Sharon Weaver
Bread Delivery - Cindy Davenport
9:30 - Greeters: Bobbi Whitacre, Travis Geiger, April Clark, Dale Potter
Ushers: Carolyn Mize, Jim Mize, Joe Jerkins, Nathan Jerkins
11:00 - Bill and Sandy Bertram, Everett and Kay Caldwell; Liturgist- Sharon Weaver
Bread Delivery - Cindy Davenport
Upcoming Events
Please be sure to check out all the upcoming events on the calendar below.
Calendars
Community Events Calendar
Overflow Youth
Life on Purpose - Young Adults
Kid's Ministry
First Church Women
Men of Faith
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDIES
Join us for Wednesday Impact dinner and Bible Studies. Dinner is FREE, sign up by MON at noon.
Menu: Hot Meal OR Salad Bar
Please indicate if you need Gluten Free.
4:31 pm - Prayer in Sanctuary
5:30 pm - Dinner
6:15 pm - 2 Bible Studies start after dinner. One in the LEC Gym where we eat and one across the hall in the parlor.
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7pm/ LEC Gym
Join us Wednesday nights for a new study called, "Profoundly Christian, Distinctly Methodist.” We will journey into the heart of discipleship as we deepen our understanding of our doctrinal and theological foundations.
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7 pm/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The small group meets on Wed at 6 pm, after impact dinner, to study the book of James.
Join us for Wednesday Impact dinner and Bible Studies. Dinner is FREE, sign up by MON at noon.
Menu: Hot Meal OR Salad Bar
Please indicate if you need Gluten Free.
4:31 pm - Prayer in Sanctuary
5:30 pm - Dinner
6:15 pm - 2 Bible Studies start after dinner. One in the LEC Gym where we eat and one across the hall in the parlor.
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7pm/ LEC Gym
Join us Wednesday nights for a new study called, "Profoundly Christian, Distinctly Methodist.” We will journey into the heart of discipleship as we deepen our understanding of our doctrinal and theological foundations.
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7 pm/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The small group meets on Wed at 6 pm, after impact dinner, to study the book of James.
SIGN UP FOR SEEDBED WAKE UP CALL
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Sign up to receive a daily email to remember to read a chapter of the Gospel each day today through the day after Thanksgiving at https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall/
MOBILE MEALS
Get a FREE meal behind the LEC on Georgia Ave. We will serve from 4pm until food runs out!
Sept 21st and Oct 4th
Starting Oct 18th Mobile Meals will serve food during Mercy Hour, see below. If you would like to help prepare or serve food please contact Hollie Hastings or the church office.
Get a FREE meal behind the LEC on Georgia Ave. We will serve from 4pm until food runs out!
Sept 21st and Oct 4th
Starting Oct 18th Mobile Meals will serve food during Mercy Hour, see below. If you would like to help prepare or serve food please contact Hollie Hastings or the church office.
MERCY HOUR
Starting Oct 18th Mercy Hour is returning to First Church Deland. The first and third Saturdays of each month we will have FREE: showers, job resources, meal and more! In the LEC gym 2-4:30pm.
If you would like to volunteer please contact Phil Goldthwait or the church office.
Starting Oct 18th Mercy Hour is returning to First Church Deland. The first and third Saturdays of each month we will have FREE: showers, job resources, meal and more! In the LEC gym 2-4:30pm.
If you would like to volunteer please contact Phil Goldthwait or the church office.
NEW GRIEF GROUP
The deadline to sign up for the fall grief group is Sept 21, so we can order books and other resources for the group. Don't walk the road of grief alone. Join us! Use the connect card to sign up for “Grief” Call Terry Medlin if you have questions.
The deadline to sign up for the fall grief group is Sept 21, so we can order books and other resources for the group. Don't walk the road of grief alone. Join us! Use the connect card to sign up for “Grief” Call Terry Medlin if you have questions.
Donations Needed
MINISTRY FOCUS - DIAPER SUNDAY
Our ministry focus this week is for Residing Hope’s Foster Care Program. They help care for children who are in need and provide a safe place for them to grow. They need diapers of all sizes, especially size 3 and up.
Our ministry focus this week is for Residing Hope’s Foster Care Program. They help care for children who are in need and provide a safe place for them to grow. They need diapers of all sizes, especially size 3 and up.
NEXT WEEK - UNDIES SUNDAY
Last Week's Numbers
Attendance
In Person 362
Online 49
Online 49
Giving
August:
Actual: 99,754
Budget: 77,900
Year to Date:
Actual: 671,483
Budget: 967,860
Giving Cards: 113
Pledged Amount $530,263
Actual: 99,754
Budget: 77,900
Year to Date:
Actual: 671,483
Budget: 967,860
Giving Cards: 113
Pledged Amount $530,263
Birthdays and Anniversaries
SEPT 14 Bday - Budd Darling, Samantha Mott
15 Bday - Carolyn Hatfield, Keely Kirchenstiner
Anniv - Tom & Linda Wilson
16 Bday - Cathy Arthur, Priscilla Fritz, Morgan Gierke, Megan Race
Anniv - Ed & Lori Henderson
17 Bday - Barbara Anderson
19 Bday - Drew Adams, Marcia Brandow, Charlotte Palmer, Linda Wilson
Anniv - David & Laura Laser
20 Bday - Devin Davidson, Jana Edwards, Robert Heeren, Jim Mize, Yan Vandermark
Anniv - John & Susan Cahill
15 Bday - Carolyn Hatfield, Keely Kirchenstiner
Anniv - Tom & Linda Wilson
16 Bday - Cathy Arthur, Priscilla Fritz, Morgan Gierke, Megan Race
Anniv - Ed & Lori Henderson
17 Bday - Barbara Anderson
19 Bday - Drew Adams, Marcia Brandow, Charlotte Palmer, Linda Wilson
Anniv - David & Laura Laser
20 Bday - Devin Davidson, Jana Edwards, Robert Heeren, Jim Mize, Yan Vandermark
Anniv - John & Susan Cahill
Prayer Requests
PRAISE: Denise Gilman
SYMPATHY: Family of Bill Kernston; Family of John Hatfield
HOSPITAL: Ryan Nielsen & Zack (ICU), Kitty Kiely (Alliance)
CURRENT CONCERNS: Ruth Ann, Patty Smith, Linda Graves, Jim Bernard, Libby Goens, John Dillard, Debra Scofield’s Daughter, Brandie, Jennifer S, Kevin Swan, Kenny Hines, Beth S, Kristy Dolan, Bob, Gloria Gilpatrick, Jan Jennings, Judith, Bob Goens, Mark Wildman, Don, Wilma Richardson, Carol Dever, Teeter Mauldin, Gwen Robbins, Ed Porterfield, Dave Coody, Vern Westlake, Rick Cicero, Gabe Hines, Jim & Sharon Causey, Bert & Megan Rice, Ron Booth Sr, Charles Meeks, Barbara Brubaker, Bonnie Stam, Cary, Danny Causey, Barb Garich, Bob Helms, Frank Pocica, Tom Smith, Carol Soliday, Sammi Theessen, Lexi Frisbee, Jill Walker, Laura Cheng, Danny Hood, Cathy Baum, Ricky Lindsey, Dot McDaniel, Beverly Meeks, Corey Knapp, Craig & Gina Kriete, Paul Praham, Justin Riley, Rod Robbins, Andre Russoniello, Matthew Snowmann, Frank Wilson, Lauren Woods, Tim Stricklin, Barbara Provance, Jolie Picou, Barbara, Carol Colao, Otis Davis, David Torres, Barbie King, Don, Brian Vaughn, Stuart Brandon, Kenda, Sandi,Linda, Ricky Kidd, Chris, Amy King, Donna, Jason Bond, Linda Denby, Amber,Dick Baily, Paige, Jennifer C, Johnie Wilson, CG Palmer Family, Mark & Raquel Julich Family, Eugene Allen, Chloe Potter, Amy Glascock, Sharon Clarke & Keith McCloud, ; Dianne Bergemann, Paulene Fenner, Jean Cicero, Mary Anne Arico, Elaine Eckler, Jaclyn Fekeith & children, Christina, Nick & Andy Valente, Kim Diehl, Bethany Phelps, Bill Welch, Charles Bateman, Bridget Nolan, Brian Meurs, Nancy Hampton, Dave Dayton, Dean Metcalf, Karen Medsker, Izzy Thrift, Bonnie, Patty & Jennifer Helms, Colleen, Grace Tincher, John, Larry Graboski, Judi Dempton, Tim Martin, Sarah, Derek, Valerie, Ryder, Bently, Curtis Carson, John Hanlon, Dot & Gordon Ward, Barb Watson, Carol Smith & Larry Brown, Jonas Abito
MISSIONS SUPPORTED BY THE CHURCH
MILITARY: Greg Brooker, Slade Brown, John Clausen, Jake Clayton,Jason Davis, Soren Evans, Mark Fain, Danny Frost, Charles Germany, Joseph Giussepp Jr, Robert Grimes, Wesley Hamm, Chance Hart, Summer Hart, James Jackson, Maykala Mercier, Matthew Miller, Arnie Mitchell, Jared Mitchell, Adam Mosley, Katie Onyundo, Caleb Oyler, Brian Privette, Austin Ridenhour, Erica Rix, Shawn Schulz, Nicholas Smith, Jakob Turnage, Brian Welch, Ben Zona
CARE CENTERS: Alanson Acres: Al Guenther / Alliance: Jackie Humston, Phyllis Keesler, Ann Sears, Thelma Vickers/ Blue Palms (FL Lutheran): Bill & Bettie LeVeille, Vern & Jackie Westlake, / Brookdale: Ann Farabee, Ann Riley / Grand Villa:Katie Diehl, Joyce Hawks / Majestic Oaks: Eugenia Glass, Imogene Newsham, Dorothy Smith / Oak Villa: Frank Knight / Oak Manor: Ann Brandon / Parkside: Rocco Cerretani, Myra Stone / Villa: Fred Cass, Betty Moffatt / Woodland Towers: Rich & Maryln Demers, Tim & Shirley McCravey / Keystone Villa PA: Fred Eshleman / La Crosse WI: Neal & Leatryce Deyo, / NC:Sharon Johnson / Family Care: Vi Fogarty, Patricia Kadel, Janet Splawn, Carolyn Hatfield, Hank & Janice Babin
SYMPATHY: Family of Bill Kernston; Family of John Hatfield
HOSPITAL: Ryan Nielsen & Zack (ICU), Kitty Kiely (Alliance)
CURRENT CONCERNS: Ruth Ann, Patty Smith, Linda Graves, Jim Bernard, Libby Goens, John Dillard, Debra Scofield’s Daughter, Brandie, Jennifer S, Kevin Swan, Kenny Hines, Beth S, Kristy Dolan, Bob, Gloria Gilpatrick, Jan Jennings, Judith, Bob Goens, Mark Wildman, Don, Wilma Richardson, Carol Dever, Teeter Mauldin, Gwen Robbins, Ed Porterfield, Dave Coody, Vern Westlake, Rick Cicero, Gabe Hines, Jim & Sharon Causey, Bert & Megan Rice, Ron Booth Sr, Charles Meeks, Barbara Brubaker, Bonnie Stam, Cary, Danny Causey, Barb Garich, Bob Helms, Frank Pocica, Tom Smith, Carol Soliday, Sammi Theessen, Lexi Frisbee, Jill Walker, Laura Cheng, Danny Hood, Cathy Baum, Ricky Lindsey, Dot McDaniel, Beverly Meeks, Corey Knapp, Craig & Gina Kriete, Paul Praham, Justin Riley, Rod Robbins, Andre Russoniello, Matthew Snowmann, Frank Wilson, Lauren Woods, Tim Stricklin, Barbara Provance, Jolie Picou, Barbara, Carol Colao, Otis Davis, David Torres, Barbie King, Don, Brian Vaughn, Stuart Brandon, Kenda, Sandi,Linda, Ricky Kidd, Chris, Amy King, Donna, Jason Bond, Linda Denby, Amber,Dick Baily, Paige, Jennifer C, Johnie Wilson, CG Palmer Family, Mark & Raquel Julich Family, Eugene Allen, Chloe Potter, Amy Glascock, Sharon Clarke & Keith McCloud, ; Dianne Bergemann, Paulene Fenner, Jean Cicero, Mary Anne Arico, Elaine Eckler, Jaclyn Fekeith & children, Christina, Nick & Andy Valente, Kim Diehl, Bethany Phelps, Bill Welch, Charles Bateman, Bridget Nolan, Brian Meurs, Nancy Hampton, Dave Dayton, Dean Metcalf, Karen Medsker, Izzy Thrift, Bonnie, Patty & Jennifer Helms, Colleen, Grace Tincher, John, Larry Graboski, Judi Dempton, Tim Martin, Sarah, Derek, Valerie, Ryder, Bently, Curtis Carson, John Hanlon, Dot & Gordon Ward, Barb Watson, Carol Smith & Larry Brown, Jonas Abito
MISSIONS SUPPORTED BY THE CHURCH
MILITARY: Greg Brooker, Slade Brown, John Clausen, Jake Clayton,Jason Davis, Soren Evans, Mark Fain, Danny Frost, Charles Germany, Joseph Giussepp Jr, Robert Grimes, Wesley Hamm, Chance Hart, Summer Hart, James Jackson, Maykala Mercier, Matthew Miller, Arnie Mitchell, Jared Mitchell, Adam Mosley, Katie Onyundo, Caleb Oyler, Brian Privette, Austin Ridenhour, Erica Rix, Shawn Schulz, Nicholas Smith, Jakob Turnage, Brian Welch, Ben Zona
CARE CENTERS: Alanson Acres: Al Guenther / Alliance: Jackie Humston, Phyllis Keesler, Ann Sears, Thelma Vickers/ Blue Palms (FL Lutheran): Bill & Bettie LeVeille, Vern & Jackie Westlake, / Brookdale: Ann Farabee, Ann Riley / Grand Villa:Katie Diehl, Joyce Hawks / Majestic Oaks: Eugenia Glass, Imogene Newsham, Dorothy Smith / Oak Villa: Frank Knight / Oak Manor: Ann Brandon / Parkside: Rocco Cerretani, Myra Stone / Villa: Fred Cass, Betty Moffatt / Woodland Towers: Rich & Maryln Demers, Tim & Shirley McCravey / Keystone Villa PA: Fred Eshleman / La Crosse WI: Neal & Leatryce Deyo, / NC:Sharon Johnson / Family Care: Vi Fogarty, Patricia Kadel, Janet Splawn, Carolyn Hatfield, Hank & Janice Babin
Bible Study Opportunities
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7pm/ LEC Gym
Join us Wednesday nights for a new study called, "Profoundly Christian, Distinctly Methodist.” We will journey into the heart of discipleship as we deepen our understanding of our doctrinal and theological foundations.
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7 pm/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The small group meets on Wed at 6 pm, after impact dinner, to study the book of James. All are welcome.
Foundations of Faith SS Class- Sun 9:15 am/Bldg 2
Currently doing a study on Unshakable Hope. All are welcome!
Contemporary Bible Study - Sun 10:45 am/Bldg 4
Studying the 2nd half of Romans and its implications for the modern church. Join us!
Men’s Bible Study - Sat/7:30 am/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The focus will be on the book of Galatians.
Men of Faith Bible Study - Tues 10 am/Bldg 4
Starting Sep 23 we will explore the life and ministry of John Wesley. Contact Terry Medlin for questions.
SELAH Women’s Bible Study -Rm 113/Bldg 4
Tues - 6:30 pm OR Thurs - 9:30 am
Join us Wednesday nights for a new study called, "Profoundly Christian, Distinctly Methodist.” We will journey into the heart of discipleship as we deepen our understanding of our doctrinal and theological foundations.
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7 pm/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The small group meets on Wed at 6 pm, after impact dinner, to study the book of James. All are welcome.
Foundations of Faith SS Class- Sun 9:15 am/Bldg 2
Currently doing a study on Unshakable Hope. All are welcome!
Contemporary Bible Study - Sun 10:45 am/Bldg 4
Studying the 2nd half of Romans and its implications for the modern church. Join us!
Men’s Bible Study - Sat/7:30 am/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The focus will be on the book of Galatians.
Men of Faith Bible Study - Tues 10 am/Bldg 4
Starting Sep 23 we will explore the life and ministry of John Wesley. Contact Terry Medlin for questions.
SELAH Women’s Bible Study -Rm 113/Bldg 4
Tues - 6:30 pm OR Thurs - 9:30 am