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READING FROM SCRIPTURE John 1: 1-14 (NRSV, p.91)
At the conclusion of the reading: Given by James Campbell
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “What We Really Want for Christmas”
“And the word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of a father’s only son, full of grace and truth.” - John 1:14
HYMN 38 “Angels We Have Heard on High”
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Order of Service | Choral Candlelight Service
CHRISTMAS EVE CHORAL CANDLELIGHT SERVICE Saturday, December 24, 2011
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Associate Minister: Rev. Geza Szemok
Director of Music in Worship: Nathan Poole
Organist: Don Menzies
Voluntary Associate Minister: Rev. Dr. James Christie
The Westminster Choir And Soloists:
Soprano: Cathryn Harrison
Mezzo-Soprano: Nicki Kirton
Alto: Mary Ann Taylor Tenor: Jan Nato
Bass: Fred Simpson
Organ Recital
Donald Menzies, A.R.C.T., L.T.C.L., L.M.M.
Christmas Carols on the Carillonic Bells
Toccata on ‘Joy to the World’ Gordon Young
Variations on an Old Carol Tune Jeoffrey Shaw
What is this Lovely Fragrance Paul Manz
Still, Still, Still Paul Manz
Paraphase on ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’ William Faulkes
In Dulci Jubilo Johann Sebastian Bach
Variation on ‘Greensleeves’ Richard Purvis
This Endrys Night George Oldroyd
Behold a Rose is Blooming Johannes Brahms
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Order of Service | Family Service
CHRISTMAS EVE FAMILY SERVICE Saturday, December 24, 2011, 7:00 PM
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Doug Abra
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 8 “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming”
SERMON “The Year of the Lord’s Favour”
HYMN 25 “Lo, He Comes with Clouds Descending” Read More...
Order of Service
At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Jim Ripley
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
Hymn 18 “There’s a Voice in the Wilderness”
SERMON “Christmas According to St. Mark”
“The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in the prophet Isaiah, ‘See I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way….’ John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.” - Mark 1:1-2, 4
DUET “Sing With Grace in Your Heart” - GF Handel
Given by James Campbell, and Nicki Kirton
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Carol Harvey
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
HYMN 566 “Awake, O Sleeper
SERMON “Maybe the Mayans Were on to Something”
Rev. Dr. Christie
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Jim Young
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Made to be Givers”
“He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness.” - 2 Corinthians 9:10
HYMN 227 “For the Fruit of All Creation” Read More...
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AN ACT OF REMEMBRANCE
ANTHEM “In Flanders Fields” - Words, John McCrae; Music, Roger Emerson
Descant given by Lauren Shelton and Lynn E. Soens
HYMN 526 “Weep for the Dead”READINGS FROM SCRIPTURE Galatians 5: 13-14 (NRSV, p.190)
At the conclusion of the reading: John 15: 9-17 (NRSV, p.109)
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
Given by Charles Huband
HYMN 368 “Holy Spirit, Truth Divine”
SERMON “Called to Freedom”
“Now the Lord is Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” - 2 Corinthians 7:18
HYMN 421 “Lead On, O Cloud of Presence”
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Lynn Soens
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
HYMN 271 “There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy”
SERMON
“For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” - Romans 8: 38-39
HYMN 209 “Fire of God, Undying Flame” Read More...
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During the hymn, Members of Sunday School will go to their classes.
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Romans 7: 14-25a (NRSV, p. 157)
At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Susie Conrad
Reader: The Word of the LORD. People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “I Can’t Believe I Did That Again”
“For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I do.” - Romans 7:19
HYMN 382 “Breathe On Me, Breath of God”
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by James Campbell
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Bread for the Journey”
“When the Israelites saw it they said to one another, ‘What is it?’ For they did not know what it was. Moses said to them, ‘It is the bread that the Lord has given you to eat.’” - Exodus 16:15
HYMN 281 “Not Far Beyond the Sea”
Verse 1: Choir
Verses 2, 3: Choir and Congregation
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Bob Burton
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
HYMN 338 “Ask Me What Great Thing I Know”
SERMON “Wanted: Christians - Dead AND Alive”
“So you must also consider yourselves dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.” - Romans 6:11
HYMN 899 “My Soul Gives Glory to My God” Read More...
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Valerie Morrow
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
HYMN 520 “We Plough the Fields”
SERMON “The Dark Side of Thanksgiving, Part 2”
HYMN 518 “As Those of Old Their First-fruits Brought”
Read More..."Verse two will be sung a capella, by choir and congregation. Don't be afraid to sing out!"
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Given by Katherine Abra
At the conclusion of the reading:
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Stay Thirsty, My Friends”
HYMN 472 “O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts” Read More...
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Carol Latter
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 364 “Forgive Our Sins as We Forgive”
SERMON “Forgiver and Forgiven”
“Then Peter came and said to him, ‘Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?’ Jesus said to him, ‘Not seven times, but, I tell you, seventy-seven times.’” - Matthew 18:21-22
HYMN 573 “Eternal Spirit of the Living Christ” Read More...
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Valerie Morrow
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “A Gift with No Strings Attached”
“For there is no distinction, since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God; they are now justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God put forward as sacrifice of atonement by his blood, effective through faith.” - Romans 3:22-24
HYMN 603 “In Loving Partnership” - Hesperus Read More...
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SERMON “The Way to Life” - Rev. Campbell
HYMN 653 “Come, Let Us to the God of Love”
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Given by Dawn Beirnes
READINGS FROM SCRIPTURE:
Proverbs 3: 5-6, Romans 12: 1-8 (NRSV, p.586, 161)
Given by James Campbell
At the conclusion of the reading:
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 606 “In Christ There Is No East or West”
SERMON “Values, Part 2: Character” – Rev. Szemok
HYMN 120 “O Jesus, I Have Promised” Read More...
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Carol Latter
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism
Jackson Halen Brokopiw,
son of Jared Brokopiw and Chandra Bolianz, godson of Darnell Johnson and Danielle Bolianz.
BAPTISM HYMN 444 “Child of Blessing, Child of Promise”
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Exodus 2:23 - 3:12 (NRSV, p.50)
At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Annette Kletke
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “The Burning Bush Still Burns”
“The angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire out of a bush; he looked, and the bush was blazing, yet it was not consumed.” - Exodus 3:2
HYMN 700 “God of Freedom, God of Justice” Read More...
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Proverbs 3: 5-6, Romans 12: 1-2 (NRSV, p.586, 161)
Given by Kryn Thordarson
At the conclusion of the reading:
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 286 “If You Will Trust in God to Guide You”
SERMON “Values - Family” – Rev. Szemok
HYMN 642 “Be Thou My Vision”
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Janice Anderson
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Joseph’s Dreamcoat - Putting God Back in the Story”
“God sent me before you to preserve for you a remnant on the earth, and to keep alive for you many survivors. So it was not you who sent me here, but God.” - Genesis 45: 7-8
HYMN 288 “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” Read More...
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READING FROM SCRIPTURE John 8:25 - 33 (NRSV, p.101)
At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Liz Wijtkamp
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SOLO “Lord’s Prayer” - Albert Hay Mallotte
Given by Cathyrn Harrison
SERMON “The Truth Sets You Free”
HYMN 364 “Forgive Our Sins, As We Forgive”
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Susie Conrad
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 338 “Ask Me What Great Thing I Know”
Quartet - Verse 1
Congregation - Verses 2, 3, 4
SERMON “Sometimes We Live a Lie”
HYMN 561 “Take Up Your Cross”
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by James Campbell
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
SERMON “A Ladder to Heaven”
“And he dreamed that there was a ladder set up on the earth, the top of it reaching to heaven; and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it.” - Genesis 28:12
HYMN 497 “Nearer, My God, to Thee”
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Given by Kryn Thordarson
At the conclusion of the reading:
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 508 “Just as I am”
SERMON “Can You Spare a Defining Moment”
Rev. Geza Szemok
HYMN 626 “I Heard the Voice of Jesus”
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Given by Liz Wijtkamp
At the conclusion of the reading:
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SOLO “Lord’s Prayer” - Albert Hay Mallotte
Given by Cathyrn Harrison
SERMON “The Truth Sets You Free”
HYMN 364 “Forgive Our Sins, As We Forgive”
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At the conclusion of the reading: Given by Janice Anderson
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 658 “O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go”
SERMON “The Test”
HYMN 664 “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” Read More...
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After the reading: Given by Bob Burton
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 347 “Retell What Christ’s Great Love Has Done”
SERMON “Lord, You Give the Great Commission”
HYMN 343 “I Love to Tell the Story” Read More...
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Given by Valerie Morrow
At the conclusion of the reading:
Reader: The Word of the LORD.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “This is My Beloved Son, Listen to Him”
HYMN 382 “Breathe on Me, Breath of God”
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Given by Liz Wijtkamp
SERMON “Who’s Praying for You?”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
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At the conclusion of the reading; Given by Carol Latter
Reader: The Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
HYMN 288 “Great Is Thy Faithfulness
SERMON “Textual Idolatry”
Acts 17:16 While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was deeply distressed to see that the city was full of idols.
Given by Ernest Janzen
HYMN 341 “Fairest Lord Jesus” Read More...
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Given by Susie Conrad
HYMN 688 “O Day of God, Draw Nigh”
SERMON “Jonah – Lessons on Running from God, Part 2”
HYMN 342 “You Servants of God” (Laudate Dominum) Read More...
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Given by Mary Yanke
HYMN 747 “The Lord’s My Shepherd”
SERMON “That They May Have Life…Abundantly” Read More...
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Katherine Abra
Acolyte: Samantha Henrickson
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
Keaton Cesar Mora
Son of Joylene and Cesar Mora
Goddaughter of Alejandro Mora and Anagregth Ortega
Anakin Dorian Premack
Son of Chasity and Terrence Premack
Godson of Daniel Pfiefer, Robyn Huffman, Gracie Tucker, and Adam Fritz
Cristiano Mateo Paul Calado
Son of Allison Campbell and Bruno Calado
Godson of Laura Stevens and Alex Santos Read More...
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Given by Liz Wijtkamp
HYMN 159 “The Strife Is O’er
SERMON “The Cross at the Centre”
“For I handed on to you as of first importance what I in turn had received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures.” - 1 Corinthians 15:3
HYMN 580 “Faith of Our Fathers” Read More...
Easter Sunday
HYMN 190 “The Head that Once Was Crowned with Thorns
SERMON “Resurrection in the Present Tense”
HYMN 565, vs. 1 – 4, 7 “Love, Who Made Me in Your Likeness”
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Good Friday
INTROIT - ―When I Survey the Wondrous Cross‖ - Rockingham, VU149
When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of glory died, my richest gain I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride.
GREETING
The LORD be with you.
And also with you.
LITANY
Here is God’s Servant, whom he upholds,
His Chosen, in whom His soul delights.
God has given him as a covenant to the people,
to bring them back to him.
The Lord has bared his holy arm before the eyes of all the nations,
and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.
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Maundy Thursday
Hymn 130 “An Upper Room Did Our Lord Prepare”
A Last Supper
Hymn 133 “Go to Dark Gethsemane”
The Cross is Veiled
Reading Into the Darkness:
Read More...Readings given by John Mort
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Given by Doug Abra
HYMN 339 “When Morning Gilds the Skies”
SERMON “The Gospel in a Moment”
HYMN 147 “What Wondrous Love Is This”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
A MINUTE FOR MISSION
Given by Val McIntyre
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Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Matthew 16:13-20 (NRSV, p.18)
Given by John Mort
HYMN 371 “Open My Eyes, That I May See”
SERMON “Why Fish?” II
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
As we present these offerings for God’s service, we also thankfully dedicate the offerings of those who give monthly through the PAR program.
OFFERTORY
THE HOLY COMMUNION
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HYMN 506 “Take My Life and Let it Be”
SERMON “Dress Rehearsal for Life”
“I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.” - Romans 12:1
ANTHEM “Let Everything That Hath Breath” - Jeffery Ames Read More...
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Given by Henk Booy
HYMN “Come and See the Man” - Kelvingrove, VU 567
SERMON “‘All Right Then, I’ll Go to Hell’ - Huckleberry Finn”
Given by Rev. Dr. James Christie
HYMN 286 “If You Will Trust in God to Guide You”
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Given by James Campbell
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
HYMN 574 “Come, Let Us Sing of a Wonderful Love”
SERMON
HYMN 594 “O Christian, Love” Read More...
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Members of the Board of Westminster Church: Doug Abra, Pamela McLeod Arnould, Loretta Basiuk, John Mort, Eric Stewart, Helen LaRue, Rita Menzies, Margaret Hodson, Bob Dines, Larry Elder, Carol Latter, Ted Barnett, Boyd Rausch, Joan Turnbull, Marsden Fenwick, Robert Campbell, Geza Szemok, and New Member of the Westminster Foundation: Tom Brown
WITNESS OF SCRIPTURE
CHARGE TO THOSE BEING COVENANTED
COVENANT QUESTIONS AND PROMISES Read More...
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SOLO “Come, Thou Dear Redeemer” - César Franck
- Given by Fred Simpson
SERMON “Jesus Need Not Return: Rammstein” - Given by Ernest Janzen
“Be patient, therefore, beloved, until the coming of the Lord...” - James 5:7
HYMN 678 “For the Healing of the Nations” Read More...
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Given by Jim Young
HYMN 842 “Unto the Hills”
SERMON “Will God Stick with Us?”
“But Moses implored the Lord his God and said, „O Lord, why does your wrath burn hot against your people, whom you brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and a mighty hand?‟” - Exodus 32:11
HYMN 529 “Great God, We Sing that Mighty Hand”
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM AND RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS
Presenter: Jaqueline Henrickson
Acolyte: Samantha Henrickson
Laying on of Hands: Pamela McLeod Arnould, Chair of the Church Board
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
Victoria Nicole Dawn Inglis
Daughter of Bonnie Inglis and Gilbert Grande
Goddaughter of Eileen Inglis and Donovan Inglis
Donna Lorraine Bartlett
We welcome as members of Westminster Church:
Donna Bartlett by Profession of Faith
Norm Pohl, Edna Pohl, and Margo Shaw by Transfer of Membership and Reaffirmation of Faith.
HYMN 448 “We Know that Christ Is Raised”
During the hymn, Members of Sunday School will go to their classes.
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Acts 4:1-20 (NRSV, p.121)
Given by Doug Abra
SERMON “No Other Name” Read More...
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Given by John Mort
HYMN 632 “Be Thou My Vision”
SERMON “A Higher Righteousness”
“For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.”- Matthew 5:20
HYMN 356 “Seek Ye First” Read More...
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SERMON “What To Do When the Wine Runs Out”
“When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, „They have no wine.‟” - John 2:3
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
As we present these offerings for God‟s service, we also thankfully dedicate the offerings of those who give monthly through the PAR program.
OFFERTORY
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Regardless of age, denomination, or status of membership, all who love Jesus Christ, trust him as their Saviour, and seek to serve him as their Lord, are welcome to make their communion at his table. Read More...
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Given by Charles Huband
Today’s lesson is being read from the King James Version of the Bible in recognition of the 400th anniversary of its publication in 1611. This translation was commissioned by James I in 1604 and it remains one of the crowning achievements of writing in the English language.
HYMN 896 “Blest Are They”
SERMON “Beam Me Out, Scottie” - Rev. Dr. Christie
HYMN 337 “Blessed Assurance” Read More...
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Given by Anne Love
HYMN 344 “How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds”
SERMON “The Second Kind of Seeing”
“Jesus answered, “Do you believe because I told you that I saw you under the fig tree? You will see greater things than these.” And he said to him, “Very truly, I tell you, you will see heaven opened and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of Man.”’ - John 1:50-51
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
A MINUTE FOR MISSION Given by Val MacIntyre Read More...
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1Samuel 15: 34 - 16: 13 (NRSV, p. 259)
Mark 4: 26-32 (NRSV, p. 38)
Given by Henk Booy
HYMN 560 “O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee”
SERMON “Who, Me?...Why Me?
“...the Lord does not see as mortals see; they look on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” - 1 Samuel 16:7
HYMN 899 “My Soul Gives Glory to My God” Read More...
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We will go with God!
Wo, Wo, Wo! We will go with God! Repeat
On this day of great joy we will go with God. Repeat
- Traditional Xhosa song from Swaziland and South Africa
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Mark 1:14-20 (NRSV, p.35)
Given by James Campbell
HYMN 273 “The King of Love”
SERMON “Go Fish”
HYMN 608 “Dear God, Who Loves All Humankind” - Repton, VU 504
With the tune “Repton,” the last phrase of each verse is repeated. Descant by John Scott.
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Given by Anne Love
HYMN 74 “What Child is This”
SERMON “The Word became Flesh”
HYMN 44 “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” Read More...
Christmas Eve Service
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE Friday, December 24, 2010, 11:00 PM
view PDF version (0.49 MB) [Adobe Acrobat is required]Minister: Rev. Robert Campbell
Associate Minister: Rev. Geza Szemok
Director of Music: Nathan Poole
Organist: Don Menzies
THE WESTMINSTER CHOIR AND SOLOISTS:
Soprano: Cathryn Harrison
Mezzo-Soprano: Nicki Kirton
Alto: Mary Ann Taylor
Tenor: Jan Nato
Bass: Fred Simpson
Percussion: Len La Rue
ORGAN RECITAL
Donald Menzies, A.R.C.T., L.T.C.L., L.M.M.
Christmas Carols on the Carillonic Bells
In Dulci Jubilo - Johann Sebastian Bach
Away in a Manger - Austin Lovelace
Three Chorale Preludes - Paul Manz
Wake, Awake, for Night is Flying - Robert HobbyWhat is this Lovely Fragrance
O Jesus Christ, Thy Manger Is
Still, Still, Still
Good Christian Men, Rejoice - Traditional
Organ and Piano - Helen LaRue - Arr. Karrin Ford
This Endrys Night - George Oldroyd
Behold a Rose is Blooming - Johannes Brahms
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Christmas Eve Family Service
LESSONS AND CAROLS FOR CHILDREN
Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE Tableaux for Christmas - Gordon Young
WORD OF WELCOME
CHILDREN’S CHOIR “To Bethlehem – Remember”
– Words and Music by Terry Kirkland
HYMN 60 “O Come, All Ye Faithful Read More...
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READING FROM SCRIPTURE Matthew 1:18-25 (NRSV, p.1)
Given by John Mort
HYMN 54 “Unto Us a Boy is Born”
SERMON “God’s Work, and Joseph’s”
“…an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, „Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will bear a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” - Matthew 1: 20-21
HYMN 64 “O little Town of Bethlehem” - Forest Green, VU 530
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE “Greensleeves” - R. Purvis
LIGHTING OF THE FIRST ADVENT CAROL
By the Taylor Family Read More...
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
LIGHTING OF THE FIRST ADVENT CAROL
By the Henrickson Family
Read More...O come, O come, Emmanuel, and ransom captive Israel
that mourns in lonely exile here until the Son of God appear.
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: O wisdom, that came out of the mouth of the Most High,
reaching from one end of the earth to the other,
firmly and gently ordering all things:
Come and teach us the way of understanding.
People Even so, come, Lord Jesus.
O come, O Wisdom from on high,
who orders all things mightily;
To us the path of knowledge show,
and teach us in her ways to go.
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.
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Given by Carol Harvey
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Matthew 6:19-21, 25-33 (NRSV, p.6)
HYMN 299 “Teach Me, God, to Wonder”
SERMON “With Glad and Generous Hearts”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
A MESSAGE FROM THE WOW COMMITTEE
Given by Katherine Abra
A MINUTE FOR MISSION
Read More...Given by Cam Forbes of Art City
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REIGN OF CHRIST November 14, 2010
view PDF version (0.49 MB) [Adobe Acrobat is required]Minister: Rev. Robert Campbell
Associate Minister: Rev. Geza Szemok
Director of Music: Nathan Poole
Organist: Don Menzies
Guest Trumpeter: Murray Wichert
Nursery: Supervised care for children under the age of 3 years is available in the nursery which has been relocated to the Little Lambs Room adjacent to the Sunday School upstairs in the Concert Hall. Should children become restless during worship, parents may wish to care for them in the Crying Room, where the service is received through closed-circuit television. An usher will be pleased to direct you to either location.
Hearing Assistance Earphones are available in the entrance lobby each Sunday. Please ask an usher if you wish to use one. Cellular Phones: We thank you for your co-operation in turning all cellular phones and pagers off or to mute during the service. Washrooms: The entrance lobby has two washrooms, which are wheelchair accessible and have change tables for infants.
Following the lead of the choir, it is our custom to stand for a number of parts of the service. People are welcome to remain seated as necessary.
THE ORDER OF SERVICE
Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
INTROIT - Sine Nomine, VU 705
Spirit of God, descended to refine;
We rise to your great face and truth divine.
Renewed by God, our souls forever shine,
Hallelujah, hallelujah.
- Words by Nathan Poole. © 2010, Westminster Church, Winnipeg
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN 321 “Maker in Whom We Live”
PRAYER OF APPROACH
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Almighty God,
you have raised Jesus from the grave
and crowned him Lord of all.
We confess that, though we have called him Lord,
we have been slow to acknowledge his rule in our lives
and to follow his way;
and that we have gone along instead
with the way of the world,
bowing to powers that are not God,
turning to ways that are not of God.
Forgive us, and raise us from sin,
that we may once again be your faithful people,
obeying the commands and sharing the compassion of Christ.
Free us to rejoice in his peace,
to glory in his justice,
and to live in his love. Amen.
Silence for personal confession.
LITANY
LORD, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
LORD, have mercy.
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
CONVERSATION TIME
DEPARTING HYMN “We Will Go with God”
We will go with God!
Wo, Wo, Wo! We will go with God! Repeat
On this day of great joy we will go with God. Repeat
- Traditional Xhosa song from Swaziland and South Africa
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Colossians 1: 11-20 (NRSV, p.200)
Given by Charles Huband
HYMN 321 “Fairest Lord Jesus”
SERMON “Resisting the Powers”
“He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son.” - Colossians 1:13
HYMN 331 “The Church’s One Foundation”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
As we present these offerings for God’s service, we also thankfully dedicate the offerings of those who give monthly through the PAR program.
OFFERTORY
DOXOLOGY “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow”
Please see the gold sheets in the pews for the music.
Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
Praise God all creatures here below.
Praise God above ye heavenly host.
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
ANTHEM “Lift Up Your Heads” from Messiah - G. F. Handel
PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL
THE LORD’S PRAYER (said) - VU 914
HYMN 312 “Praise with Joy the World’s Creator”
SENDING FORTH AND BENEDICTION
The congregation is invited to join in the singing of
THE RESPONSIVE ALLELUIA
Please see the gold sheets in the pews for the music.
ORGAN POSTLUDE
If departing, please do so quietly for the benefit of those remaining to hear the Postlude.
HYMNS ON THE CARILLONIC BELLS
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AN ACT OF REMEMBRANCE
HYMN “Weep for the Dead” - Brian Wren; Tune - Harris, VU 526
Weep for the dead. Let tears and silence tell
of blood and battle, horror and renown.
The years diminish, but do not dispel
the pain of lives destroyed, and life laid down.
Silent the dead. Remembering we stand
silent as they, for words cannot esteem,
causes of war, the love of native land,
all that they were, and all they might have been.
IN FLANDERS FIELDS
Given by Ashley Olsen
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HYMN 650 “O God of Bethel”
SERMON “Talking to the Time Capsule”
HYMN 511 “Before You Now, O God”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
A MINUTE FOR MISSION
Read More...Given by Val McIntyre
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HYMN 595 “We Are Pilgrims”
SERMON “Accept”
HYMN 602 “Blest Be the Tie That Binds”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Carol Latter
Acolyte: Alex Olsen
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
Syler Ray Dupré,
son of Lori and Dan Dupré,
godson of Pat Rikheim; and Ken Dupré.
Willow Cynthia Grace Jory,
daughter of Harley and Kayla Jory.
HYMN 442 “Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters”
During the hymn, Members of Sunday School will go to their classes.
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 (NRSV, p.225)
Given by Valerie Morrow
SERMON “The Dimensions of Faith” Read More...
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Given by Bob Burton
PSALTER Psalm
The psalm will conclude with the singing of the Gloria Patri:
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,
and to the Holy Ghost:
As it was in the beginning, is now,
and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
HYMN 520 “We Plough the Fields”
SERMON “So Much to Give” Read More...
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CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
As we present these offerings for God’s service, we also thankfully dedicate the offerings of those who give monthly through the PAR program.
OFFERTORY
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Regardless of age, denomination, or status of membership, all who love Jesus Christ, trust him as their Saviour, and seek to serve him as their Lord, are welcome to make their communion at his table. Read More...
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
“My Hope is Built on Nothing Less” - J. Pethel
“In Christ there is no East or West” - J. Pethel
“There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy” - J. Pethel
Please stand for the
PROCESSION OF LOYALISTS AND PRESENTATION OF FLAGS
Standard Bearers: Barbara Andrew UE and Rod Nerbas UE
THE NATIONAL ANTHEM “O Canada”
THE ROYAL ANTHEM “God Save the Queen”
GREETING
Read More...Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
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We will go with God! Wo, Wo, Wo! We will go with God! Repeat
On this day of great joy we will go with God. Repeat
- Traditional Xhosa song from Swaziland and South Africa
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Ephesians 4: 29 – 32 (NRSV, p.194)
Given by Mary Yanke
SERMON “Forgive, But Why?”
HYMN 676 “God, Make Us Servants of Your Peace” Read More...
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COVENANTING OF JANA VENTER AS YOUTH WORKER
AND COVENANTING OF THE SUNDAY SCHOOL
DEPARTING HYMN 646 “We Are Marching in the Light of God”
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Luke 14: 25 – 33 (NRSV, p. 78)
Given by Liz Witjkamp
HYMN 560 “O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee”
SERMON “Second Thoughts About Discipleship”
HYMN 642 “Be Thou My Vision”
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Nathan Poole
Today we receive Keira McKenzie Phillips, daughter of David and Marla Phillips, goddaughter of Ken Phillips and Susan Robertson, into the holy, catholic church by Baptism.
HYMN 444 “Child of Blessing, Child of Promise”
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Isaiah 43:1-7 (NRSV, p.672 )
Given by James Campbell
SERMON “Called By Name”
“But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.”- Isaiah 43:1
HYMN 626 “I Heard the Voice of Jesus”
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(NRSV, p.193) Given by Carol Latter
HYMN 602 “Blest Be the Tie That Binds”
SERMON “Special Invitation”
HYMN 604 “Not for Tongues of Heaven’s Angels”
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Deuteronomy 12:8-11 Judges 17:6
(NRSV, p.169) (NRSV, p.235)
Given by Anne Love
HYMN 636 “Give to the Winds Your Fears” - St. Michael
SERMON “Values”
HYMN 271 “There's a Wideness in God's Mercy”
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Carol Latter
Today we receive Gabriel Roland Laurier Piché, son of Robert Piché and Joëlle Livingstone Piché, godson of Gary Slotnikov and Heather Livingstone, into the holy, catholic church by Baptism.
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Matthew 7:24-29 (NRSV, p.7)
Given by Bob Burton
HYMN 286 “If You Will Trust in God to Guide You”
SERMON “Obey”
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Given by Valerie Morrow
PSALTER Psalm
The psalm will conclude with the singing of the Gloria Patri:
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,
and to the Holy Ghost:
As it was in the beginning, is now,
and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
SERMON “Believe”
HYMN 674 “Fight the Good Fight” Read More...
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Given by Liz Wijtkamp
SERMON “You Can’t Take It With You”
“And he said to them, ‘Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.’” - Luke 12:15
HYMN 338 “Ask Me What Great Things I Know”
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READING FROM SCRIPTURE Matthew 9:9-13 (NRSV, p9)
Given by Susie Conrad
SERMON “Follow”
HYMN 567 “Will You Come and Follow Me” Read More...
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HYMN 669 “Jesus, Lover of My Soul”
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Galatians 2:15-21 (NRSV, p.188)
Given by Carol Latter
SERMON “Christ – The Law Within”
“I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me.” - Galatians 2:19-20
HYMN 591 “Jesus, United by Your Grace” Read More...
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READING FROM SCRIPTURE Amos 7: 7-17 (NRSV, p.855)
Given by Liz Wijtkamp
SERMON “Saying the Right Thing at the Right Time”
Read More...“Then Amos answered Amaziah, ‘‘I am no prophet, nor a prophet’s son; but I am a herdsman and dresser of sycamore trees, and the Lord took me from following the flock, and the Lord said to me, ‘Go, prophesy to my people Israel.’” - Amos 7:14-15
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HYMN 240 “Praise My Soul the God of Heaven”
PRAYER OF APPROACH
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Read More...Holy and merciful God,
in your presence we confess
our sinfulness, our shortcomings,
our offenses against you.
You alone know how often we have sinned
in wandering from your ways,
in wasting your gifts,
in forgetting your love.
Have mercy on us, O Lord,
for we are ashamed and sorry
for all we have done to mar your image in us.
Forgive our sins,
and help us to live in your light,
and walk in your ways,
according to the commandments
of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Silence for personal confession.
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The psalm will conclude with the singing of the Gloria Patri:
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,
and to the Holy Ghost:
As it was in the beginning, is now,
and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Luke 9: 51-62 (NRSV, p.70)
Given by Pamela McLeod Arnould
SERMON “For Freedom, Christ Has Set Us Free”
HYMN 506 “Take My Life and Let It Be” Read More...
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READING FROM SCRIPTURE Matthew 26:47-53 (NRSV, p.30-31)
Given by Valerie Morrow
HYMN 585 “Jesus Bids Us Shine”
SERMON “A Day Late, A Dollar Short, But Good to Go!”
HYMN “From the Windswept Steppes of Asia” See Insert - VU 690, Omni Die Read More...
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- Words by John Chadwick; Music by Jean Sibelius
SERMON “Two Cheeks and You’re Out”
“But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt.” - Luke 6:27-29
HYMN 229 “God of the Sparrow” Read More...
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THE HOLY COMMUNION
Regardless of age, denomination, or status of membership, all who love Jesus Christ, trust him as their Saviour, and seek to serve him as their Lord, are welcome to make their communion at his table.
COMMUNION HYMN 460 “All Who Hunger”
THE PEACE
…may the peace of Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
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“…but we also boast in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not disappoint us, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us.” - Romans 5:3-5
Today’s Musical Offerings are being incorporated into the sermon.
SOLO “I Dreamed a Dream”
Read More...Given by Cathy McIvor
- From Les Misérables. Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg; Words by Alain Boublil
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READING FROM SCRIPTURE Acts 2:1-21 (NRSV, p. 119)
ANTHEM “Fill-a-Me Up” - Pepper Choplin
SERMON “ Filled with the Holy Spirit”
HYMN 198 “Come, O Spirit, Dwell Among Us”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
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“Jesus said to him, ‘Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father.’” - John 14:9
HYMN 344 “How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds”
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Katherine Abra
Acolyte:
Today we receive Alexander Curtis Shewchuk into the holy, catholic church by Baptism. Alexander’s parents are Curtis and Jennie Shewchuk, and his godparents are his aunt and uncle, Dianna Mitchell and Bradley Hall.
HYMN “We Know That Christ Is Raised” - VU 448
During the hymn, Members of Sunday School will go to their classes.
READING FROM SCRIPTURE (NRSV, p.)
Read More...Given by Anne Love
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ANTHEM “If Ye Love Me” - Thomas Tallis
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Acts 11:1-18 (NRSV, p.130)
Given by Jim Young
SERMON “Thinking Outside the Box”
“‘If then God gave them the same gift that he gave us when we believed in the Lord Jesus Christ, who was I that I could hinder God?’” - Acts 11:17
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PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Most merciful God, we confess that we are in bondage to sin
and cannot free ourselves.
We have sinned against you in thought, word and deed
by what we have done and by what we have left undone.
We have not loved you with our whole heart;
we have not loved our neighbour as ourselves.
For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us.
Forgive us, renew us, and lead us so that we may delight in your will
and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen.
Silence for personal confession.
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SERMON “The Language of Love”
“When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ‘Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?’ He said to him, ‘'Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.’ Jesus said to him, ‘Feed my lambs.’” - John 21:15
HYMN 589 “Lord, Speak to Me” Read More...
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SECOND OF EASTER
view PDF version (0.45 MB) [Adobe Acrobat is required]Minister: Rev. Robert Campbell
Choir Director: Nathan Poole
Organist: Don Menzies Read More...
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HYMN 165 “Come, You Faithful, Raise the Strain”
COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY “Chorale Prelude on 'Darwall'” - H. Willan
DEDICATION
- Scott Dyer and Joe Horness
Ev’rything I am, ev’rything I have,
ev’rything I can, I bring to You.
For You alone are worthy, so I come to give You praise,
and ev’rything I am I bring to You.
ANTHEM “The Tomb Stands Open Wide” - Craig Courtney Read More...
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Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: For us and for our salvation,
Christ became obedient unto death, even death on a cross.
People: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Leader: Behold the Lamb of God,
People: who takes away the sin of the world.
Leader: Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows;
People: Yet we esteemed him stricken,
smitten by God, and afflicted.
Leader: He was wounded for our transgressions,
he was bruised for our iniquities:
People: the chastisement of our peace was upon him;
and with his stripes we are healed.
HYMN 133 “Go to Dark Gethsemane”
PRAYER OF APPROACH
CHOIR “Surely, He Hath Borne Our Griefs” - Messiah, Handel
THE PASSION ACCORDING TO ST. JOHN
CHAPTER 18: 1-14 Arrest (NRSV, p. 112) Read More...
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COLLECTION OF OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY “Andante” - H. Parry
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Regardless of age, denomination, or status of membership, all who love Jesus Christ, trust him as their Saviour, and seek to serve him as their Lord, are welcome to make their communion at his table.
COMMUNION HYMN 459, vs.1-3, 5 “Here, O My Lord”
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Given by Ernest Janzen
HYMN 120 “O Jesus, I Have Promised”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
A MINUTE FOR MISSION Given by Val McIntyre
COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
As we present these offerings for God’s service, we also thankfully dedicate the offerings of those who give monthly through the PAR program.
OFFERTORY “Andante” from Capriol Suite - P. Warlock Read More...
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Members of the Board of Westminster Church: Pam McLeod-Arnould, Loretta Basiuk, John Mort, Teresa Young, Eric Stewart, Elizabeth Russell, Helen La Rue, Mary Yanke, Roy Halstead, Lynn Soens, Margaret Hodson, Margaret Cuddy, Grace Aoki, Bob Dines, Bill Parrish, Pat Miles, Susie Conrad, Larry Elder, Grant Buchanan, Ted Barnett, Katherine Abra, Boyd Rausch, Carol Latter (until May 31), Joan Turnbull (from June 1), Robert Campbell.
WITNESS OF SCRIPTURE
CHARGE TO THOSE BEING COVENANTED
COVENANT QUESTIONS AND PROMISES Read More...
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RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS
Presenters: Pam McLeod Arnould, Chair of the Board
Grace Aoki, Chair, Membership and Pastoral Care Committee
Today we glad to welcome as members of Westminster Church:
Read More...Susan Conrad, from Mint Methodist Church, Exeter, United Kingdom
John and Madeleine Graham, from Harrow United Church
Cathryn McIvor, from Our Lady of Victory Roman Catholic Church
Bernie and Kim Nelson, from Crestview United Church
Nathan Poole, from First Presbyterian Church
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Teresa Young
Acolyte: Alex Olsen
Today we receive Kay Emily Gillespie into the holy, catholic church by Baptism. Kay’s parents are Michael and Kimberley Gillespie and her godparents are Giorgio and Tammy Busceti.
The choir anthem is offered as part of the Baptismal liturgy.
ANTHEM “Come My Way, My Truth, My Life”
- Soloist: Nicki Kirton
- Words by George Herbert; Tune: Scarborough Fair, Arr. by Hal H. Hopson
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
INTROIT - Hamburg
Throughout these Lenten days and nights
we turn to walk the inward way,
where, meeting Christ, our guide and light,
we live in hope till Easter Day.
GREETING
Read More...Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
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THE HOLY COMMUNION
Regardless of age, denomination, or status of membership, all who love Jesus Christ, trust him as their Saviour, and seek to serve him as their Lord, are welcome to make their communion at his table.
COMMUNION HYMN “You Are Holy, You Are Whole” - Per Harding
Please see insert. This praise chorus is meant to be repeated. We will sing it three times.
THE PEACE
…may the peace of Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
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FOURTH AFTER EPIPHANY
view PDF version (0.12 MB) [Adobe Acrobat is required]Minister: Rev. Robert Campbell
Choir Director: Nathan Poole
Organist: Don Menzies
HYMN 528 “God of Life”
SERMON “A Community of Gentleness”
“Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.” – Philippians 4:5
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SECOND AFTER EPIPHANY
view PDF version (0.13 MB) [Adobe Acrobat is required]Minister: Rev. Robert Campbell
Choir Director: Nathan Poole
Organist: Don Menzies
Guest Organist: Lynne Mavins Read More...
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
Trumpet Tune on Fling Wide the Door -D.Lasky
Trio on Comfort, Comfort Now my People -D. Lasky
Reflections on Your Little Ones, Dear Lord -D. Lasky
INTROIT - The Call, VU 628
Come, my Joy, my Love, my Heart:
such a joy as none can move,
such a love as none can part,
such a heart as joys in love.
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"Nathan's Christmas Playlist: Christmas in Reverse"
VU 59 “Joy to the World”
VU 75 “While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks”
VU 64 “O Little Town of Bethlehem”
VU 58 “Infant Lowly, Infant Holy”
VU 38 “Angels We Have Heard on High”
VU 29 “Hark, the Glad Sound”
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GREETING
Read More...Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE Chorale Prelude on Greensleeves R. Purvis
INTROIT - Wachet Auf, VU 711
“Sleepers wake!” the watch are calling,
their notes from Zion’s watchtower falling:
“Awake, awake, Jerusalem!
For your God comes down all glorious,
in grace most strong, in truth victorious,
your light is come, your star doth rise.”
Welcome! Thou worthy crown,
Lord Jesus, God’s dear Son, hosanna!
Henceforth may we eternally sing hallelujahs unto thee.
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Led by Katherine Abra, Margaret Hodson, and Janice Anderson
THE GIFTS OF THE FOUR DIRECTIONS — WEST
As the candle travels to the wreath the congregation will sing Hymn 19:
Kindle a flame to lighten the dark and take all fear away.
At the invitation of the leader all will join to pray:
Creator God, as we prepare for your way in our world,
give us the courage to look within ourselves
to see what needs to be changed.
Help us to turn from all that separates us from you and from each other;
and to turn toward you, walking in the light of your love. Amen.
The liturgy will conclude with the singing of Hymn 28, vs. 3:
Herald! Sound the note of pardon! Those repenting are forgiven;
God receives these wayward children, and to all new life is given.
Sound the trumpet! Tell the message! Christ the Saving One has come!
At the conclusion of the hymn, the members of the Sunday School will go to their classes.
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FIRST IN ADVENT
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
Fugue on the name BACH -R. Schumann
INTROIT - Veni Emmanuel, VU 1
Read More...O come, O come, Emmanuel, and ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here until the Son of God appear.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.
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REIGN OF CHRIST
STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY
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Given by Nicki Kirton
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Philippians 3: 2-16 (NRSV, p198)
Given by Carole Harvey
HYMN 509 “I, the Lord of Sea and Sky”
SERMON “Don’t Be Satisfied”
Read More...“I press on toward the goal for the prize of the heavenly call of God in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 3:14
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YOUR NAMES TO REMEMBER
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
Nimrod Variation E. Elgar
Adagio - O God our Help in Ages Past P. Manz
INTROIT - Hanover, VU 235
O worship the King, all glorious above,
O gratefully sing God’s power and deep love:
Whose mercies are tender and firm to the end,
Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend.
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
Read More...
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ALL SAINTS' DAY
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE
Festive Fanfare - A. Bliss
Intrada - Grayston Ives
INTROIT - “O God of Bethel”
Read More...Words by Philip Doddridge; Music by Christopher Tye
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE Liturgical Improvisation - G. Oldroyd
INTROIT - Hanover, VU 235
Read More...O worship the King, all glorious above,
O gratefully sing God’s power and deep love:
Whose mercies are tender and firm to the end,
Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend.
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HYMN SING – “Nathan’s Voices United Playlist”
Of course this is in here!
266 “Amazing Grace”
Presbyterian
See back page “I Greet Thee, Who My Sure Redeemer Art”
Methodist
333 “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”
Congregationalist
330 “Jesus Shall Reign”
United
420 “Go to the World”
Worship Tutorial
“The Green Amen”
Of course this is in here!
Read More...232 “Joyful, Joyful We Adore You”
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THANKSGIVING SUNDAY
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Our service begins with the Prelude, inviting us to prepare for worship.
ORGAN PRELUDE Two Chorale Preludes ‘Praise to the Lord’ - Micheelsen/Merkel
INTROIT - Hanover, VU 235
O worship the King, all glorious above,
O gratefully sing God’s power and deep love:
Whose mercies are tender and firm to the end,
Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend.
Read More...
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THE HOLY COMMUNION
Regardless of age, denomination, or status of membership, all who love Jesus Christ, trust him as their Saviour, and seek to serve him as their Lord, are welcome to make their communion at his table.
COMMUNION HYMN 344 “How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds”
THE PEACE
…may the peace of Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
OFFERTORY PRAYER Read More...
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ORGAN PRELUDE
Prelude on Rhosymedre - R. Vaughan Williams
Prelude on Beecher - A.V. Fedak
INTROIT - Hanover, VU 235
O worship the King, all glorious above,
O gratefully sing God’s power and deep love:
Whose mercies are tender and firm to the end,
Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend.
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
Read More...Leader: Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth.
People: We worship the LORD with gladness;
we come into God’s presence with singing.
Leader: Know that the LORD is God.
People: We acknowledge the LORD who made us;
we are God’s people, the sheep of God’s pasture.
Leader: Give thanks to the LORD, bless God’s holy name.
People: Indeed, the LORD is good.
God’s steadfast love endures forever,
and God’s faithfulness to all generations
- Adapted from Psalm 100
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Carol Latter
Acolyte: Shayna Giesbrecht
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
William Michael Peter Naphin
son of Michael Naphin and Jackie Derkson Naphin
godson of Ryan Naphin and Mary Hill
Braeden Kairis Stewart
son of Robert and Kyla Stewart
Anastasia Auroria Savinkoff and
Jake Zacarias Savinkoff,
children of Kurt and Lisamae Savinkoff
godchildren of Michelle Chartrand and Leo Dialek Read More...
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ORGAN PRELUDE
“Carillon” J. Behnke
“Rhapsodie sur "Lasst uns Erfreuen" G M. Leclerc
INTROIT - Hanover, VU 235
O worship the King, all glorious above,
O gratefully sing God’s power and deep love:
Whose mercies are tender and firm to the end,
Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend.
GREETING AND CALL TO WORSHIP
Read More...Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth.
People: We worship the LORD with gladness; we come into God’s presence with singing.
Leader: Know that the LORD is God.
People: We acknowledge the LORD who made us; we are God’s people, the sheep of God’s pasture.
Leader: Give thanks to the LORD, bless God’s holy name.
People: Indeed, the LORD is good. God’s steadfast love endures forever, and God’s faithfulness to all generations
- Adapted from Psalm 100
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ORGAN PRELUDE
“God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending” R. Powel
“Adagio in E major Bridge
INTROIT - Hanover, VU 235
O worship the King, all glorious above,
O gratefully sing God’s power and deep love:
Whose mercies are tender and firm to the end,
Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend.
GREETING AND CALL TO WORSHIP
Read More...Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Let all living things praise the name of the LORD, whose name is above every other, whose splendour covers heaven and earth. People: You give strength to your people O, God, songs of praise to your faithful, to Israel, the people dear to your heart.
Leader: Let us worship God. - Psalm 148: 13-14
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Given by Susie Conrad
PSALTER 802 Psalm 85 (with refrain)
SERMON
HYMN 385 “Spirit Divine, Attend Our Prayers”
CONCERNS OF THE CONGREGATION
COLLECTION AND PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
As we present these offerings for God’s service, we also thankfully dedicate the offerings of those who give monthly through the PAR program.
OFFERTORY “One Thing's Needed” - M. Reger
DEDICATION - Stuttgart, VU 540
Grant us, God, the grace of giving,
with a spirit large and free,
that ourselves and all our living
we may offer faithfully. Amen.
SOLO “Give Me An Understanding Heart” - Anton Rubinstein
Given by Mary Ann Taylor
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ORGAN PRELUDE - Arnsberg, VU 391
INTROIT - Arnsberg, VU 391
God reveal your presence as we now adore you
And with awe appear before you.
Here in this your temple: all within keep silence,
Gather now with deepest reverence.
You alone God we own,
You, our God and Saviour:
Praise your name for ever.
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN “You Holy Angels Bright” - Darwall, VU 213
You holy angels bright, who stand before God’s throne
and dwell in glorious light, praise you the Lord each one.
Assist our song,
or else the theme too high doth seem for mortal tongue.
You blessed souls at rest, that see your Saviour’s face,
whose glory, even the least, is far above our grace,
God’s praises sound,
as in his sight with sweet delight you do abound.
All nations of the earth, extol the world’s great King:
with melody and mirth his glorious praises sing.
In him rejoice,
and there proclaim his holy name with sounding voice.
My soul, bear thou thy part: triumph in God above,
and with a well-tuned heart sing thou the songs of love.
And all my days,
let no distress nor fears suppress his joyful praise.
- Richard Baxter
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ORGAN PRELUDE - Arnsberg, VU 391
INTROIT - Arnsberg, VU 391
God reveal your presence as we now adore you
And with awe appear before you.
Here in this your temple: all within keep silence,
Gather now with deepest reverence.
You alone God we own,
You, our God and Saviour:
Praise your name for ever.
GREETING
Read More...Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
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“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children, and live in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” - Ephesians 5:1-2
HYMN 382 “Breathe on Me Breath of God” Read More...
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Given by Mary Ann Taylor
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Regardless of age, denomination, or status of membership, all who love Jesus Christ, trust him as their Saviour, and seek to serve him as their Lord, are welcome to make their communion at his table.
COMMUNION HYMN 457 “As We Gather at Your Table”
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Praise God for sacred mem’ries
that bring us here today.
Let happiness surround us
as we rejoice and pray
that God will always bless us
wherever we may go,
as in the past God guided
our way and helped us grow.
GREETING
Read More...Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
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“Introduction, Allegro and Adagio from Suite for Organ” - J. Stanley
INTROIT - Lancashire, VU 421
The Praise God for sacred mem’ries
That bring us here today.
Let happiness surround us
As we rejoice and pray;
That God will always bless us
Wherever we may go,
As in the past God guided
Our way and helped us grow.
GREETING
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
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“Introduction, Allegro and Adagio from Suite for Organ” - J. Stanley
INTROIT - Lancashire, VU 421
The Praise God for sacred mem’ries
That bring us here today.
Let happiness surround us
As we rejoice and pray;
That God will always bless us
Wherever we may go,
As in the past God guided
Our way and helped us grow.
GREETING
Read More...The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
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FIFTH AFTER PENTECOST
view PDF version (0.48 MB) [Adobe Acrobat is required]Minister: Rev. Robert Campbell
Diaconal Minister: Joan Javis
Choir Director: Glen Harrison
Organist: Don Menzies
Nursery: Supervised care for children under the age of 3 years is available in the nursery. Should children become restless during worship, parents may wish to care for their children in the Crying Room, where the service is received through closed-circuit television. An usher will be pleased to direct you to either location.
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Carol Latter
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
Hunter Jakob Scott,
son of Ian Scott and Tanya Jakob,
godson of Brian Drader and Lily Rosenberg. Read More...
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Children may depart for Blue Jean Sunday School on the last verse.
PRAYER OF APPROACH
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Read More...Eternal God,
whose mercy and loving kindness do not fail;
we confess to you with our whole heart
our neglect and forgetfulness of your commandments,
our failures in the care of your creation,
our wrong doing, speaking, and thinking,
the harm we have done to others,
and the good we have left undone.
O God, forgive your people who have sinned against you.
In your great compassion,
cleanse us from our sin,
Create in us a clean heart,
and renew a right spirit within us;
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Silence for personal confession.
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SECOND AFTER PENTECOST
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Shelley Giesbrecht
Acolyte: Shayna Giesbrecht
Today we receive Olivia Josephine Dupont, daughter of Jeffrey and Amanda Dupont, goddaughter of Matthew and Terri Giesbrecht, Ange Neufeld, and Megan Fontaine, into the holy, catholic church by Baptism.
HYMN 236 “Now Thank We All Our God”
During the hymn, children may depart for Blue Jean Sunday School.
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TRINITY SUNDAY
ANTHEM “I Lay My Sins on Jesus”Words: Horatio Bonar; Music: Wallace Engelbreckt
READING FROM SCRIPTURE Matthew 14:13-21 (NRSV, p. 16)
Given by Katherine Abra
SERMON “Progressive Supper”
Read More...“Taking the five loaves and two fish, he looked up to heaven, and blessed and broke the loaves, and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the crowds. And all ate and were filled.” - Matthew 14: 19-20
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LORD have mercy,
Christ, have mercy.
LORD, have mercy.
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
ANTHEM “A Gaelic Blessing” - Rutter
RECOGNITION OF TEACHERS AND HELPERS
DEPARTING HYMN 646 “We Are Marching in the Light of God”
Members of the Sunday School will go to their classes.
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Received into the ministry of the United Church of Canada are:
Ian G. Olive, ordained in the Churches of Christ in Australia;
Wayne Gerald Sanderson, ordained in the United Methodist Church, U.S.A.;
Geza Szemok, ordained in the Reformed Church of Hungary.
After each minister receives a Bible, the congregation will join to sing:
Take my life and let it be - Mozart, VU 506
consecrated, Lord, for thee;
take my moments and my days;
let them flow in ceaseless praise.
THE RECOGNITION OF A DESIGNATED LAY MINISTER
Recognized as a Designated Lay Minister of the United Church of Canada is:
Greg McKee of the Dryden Pastoral Charge, Cambrian Presbytery.
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Carol Latter
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
Julia Susan Arnold,
daughter of Jeffrey and Jennifer Arnold;
Zachary Grant Fisher Fuith,
son of Jason Fuith and Laurie Fisher,
godson of Donna Martens and Carl Enns;
Zoey Ta Kara-Lynn Laluk-Tam,
daughter of Gordon Tam and Tracy Laluk,
goddaughter of Jeff Laluk, Peg Yuen, and Bobby and Susan Tam;
Danielle Jacqueline Sneesby,
daughter of Kevin and Tracey Sneesby,
goddaughter of Vicki Klassen & Bennie Gusnowsky. Read More...
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Presenter: Valerie Morrow
Acolyte: Alex Olsen
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
Read More...Kaleigh Mary Margaret Daeninck,
daughter of Kevin and Sarah Daeninck,
goddaughter of James Campbell, Amy Campbell,
Susan Chadwick and Colleen Hurley.
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ORGAN PRELUDE
INTROIT - Alleluia No. 1, VU 179
Hallelujah, hallelujah. Give thanks to the risen Christ;
Hallelujah, hallelujah! Give praise to God’s name.
Spread the good news o’er all the earth:
Jesus has died and is risen.
Hallelujah, hallelujah….
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Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: We gather today in the name of the risen Christ.
People: Through his rising, we are promised an inheritance that is beyond the reach of change and decay.
Leader: We gather today in the presence of the risen Christ.
People: Through God’s Spirit, Christ is with us to confirm the promise of new life.
Leader: In Christ’s name and presence, let us worship God.
HYMN 164 “The Day of Resurrection”
PRAYER OF APPROACH
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
O God and Father of the living Christ,
we have seen your purpose for us
in the one who lived with vibrant faith,
and who died with steadfast resolve.
We who seek to follow your Christ
know only too well our weaknesses and failings.
Our living is often without such faith.
Our resolve in the face of trials often deserts us.
Our doubts and fears rob our lives of confidence,
so that death is with us, even in life.
Come to us in the power of your love.
Snap the chains of death again, as at the first Easter.
Shatter the power of sin and evil,
the death within us that cripples our living.
Set us free to know your gift of life,
free to live joyfully as your people,
free to live out your praise in lives of courage and hope;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Silence for personal confession
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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Presenter: Elaine Finnbogason Acolyte: Shayna Giesbrecht
Today we receive into the holy, catholic church by Baptism:
Cole Daniel Cherlet,
son of Brian and Tracy Cherlet;
Aiden Thomas Dilay,
daughter of Jerrrold and Amber Dilay,
goddaughter of Jay and Sylvia McIsaac;
Taylor Melody Lynn Keeler,
daughter of Jamie and Jennifer Keeler,
goddaughter of Nadia DeLuca, Paul Keeler, and Andrea Strykiwsky;
Emma Joy Mora,
daughter of Cesar and Joylene Mora,
goddaughter of Aniela Mora and Corey Braaksma;
Daniel Henry Sheptycki,
son of Michael and Teena Sheptycki;
Frederick Keelan Bruce Whiteway,
son of Morgan and Monica Whiteway,
godson of Anthony and Sabrina Cornwell.
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EASTER SUNDAY
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ORGAN PRELUDE
Fanfare on “Easter Hymn” - Paul Manz
Lift High the Cross Processional - Charles Callahan
INTROIT “This Joyful Eastertide” - Woodward Read More...
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Read More...“The Confession Stone” Words by Owen Dobson;
Music by Robert Fleming
Sung by Jennifer Sproule;
Accompanied by Mel Koop
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ORGAN PRELUDE Liturgical Improvisation - G. Oldroyd
SANCTUS - VU 951
Holy, holy, holy, my heart, my heart adores you!
My heart is glad to say the words: You are holy, God!
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: Come and travel the road of faith.
People: We gather as God’s people in this Lenten time.
Leader: Open yourselves to God’s call, God’s presence, God’s love.
People: To God be the glory and the praise!
HYMN 334 “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”
PRAYER OF APPROACH
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Read More...Leader: Hear us as we pray,
People: Create a new heart in me, O God.
Silence for personal confession.
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Members of the Board of Westminster Church:
Pam McLeod-Arnould, Loretta Basiuk, John Mort, Teresa Young, Bruce MacNeill, Elizabeth Russell, Helen La Rue, Mary Yanke, Roy Halstead, Lynn Soens, Alice Nichol, Boyd Rausch, Margaret Cuddy, Grace Aoki, Bill Parish, Pat Miles, Ted Cuddy, Wayne Arnould, Grant Buchanan, Ted Barnett, Katherine Abra, Jim Young, Carol Latter, Robert Campbell, Joan Jarvis.
WITNESS OF SCRIPTURE
CHARGE TO THOSE BEING COVENANTED
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THE SERVICE OF PRAISE
ANTHEM “Heilig” - Felix Mendelssohn
Holy, holy, holy, is God the Lord Sabaoth! All the nations are full of Thy renown. Sing hosanna, sing on high. Give praise to Him who comes in the name of the Lord.
CONVERSATION TIME
ANTHEM “Gloria” from Missa Kenya - Translation by Paul Bessler
Read More...Soloist: Jonathan Dyck
Glory to God in the highest; and on earth, peace, goodwill towards men. We praise Thee. We bless Thee. We worship Thee. We glorify Thee. We give thanks to Thee for Thy great glory. Lord God, heavenly King, God the Father Almighty, the only begotten Son Jesus Christ most high. O Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father. Thou that takest away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us…receive our prayer. Thou that sittest at the right hand of the Father… For Thou only art holy, thou only art the Lord, thou only art most high, O Christ. With the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
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Our Father in heaven hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil
for the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours, now and for ever.
SOLO "I Will Magnify Thee" – Handel, from "Belshazzar"
Given by Mary Ann Taylor
SERMON “Rated: CG”
“Then Mary said, ‘Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.’” - Luke 1:38
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FIRST IN LENT
view PDF version (0.40 MB) [Adobe Acrobat is required]SERMON “Where the Spirit Drives Us”
Read More...“And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness. He was in the wilderness forty days,
tempted by Satan; and he was with the wild beasts; and the angels waited on him.” - Mark 1:12-13
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ORGAN PRELUDE Prayer of Notre Dame - L. Boellman
SANCTUS - Nicaea, VU 315
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God almighty!
early in the morning our song shall rise to thee;
holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty,
God in three persons, blessed Trinity!
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: In the celebrations of life, and in the inspirations of the heart, we are nurtured and uplifted.
People: We gather to seek new life, to welcome renewed vision, to find new hope. Let us worship God!
HYMN 232 “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore You” Read More...
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ORGAN PRELUDE
SANCTUS - Nicaea, VU 315
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God almighty!
early in the morning our song shall rise to thee;
holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty,
God in three persons, blessed Trinity!
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN 336 “Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies” - Dix, VU 81
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FOURTH AFTER EPIPHANY
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ORGAN PRELUDE Partita on ‘Westminster Abbey’ - R. Wetzler
SANCTUS - Nicaea, VU 315
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God almighty!
early in the morning our song shall rise to thee;
holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty,
God in three persons, blessed Trinity!
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN 326 “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing”
Read More...Members of the Sunday School will go to their classes.
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ORGAN PRELUDE Liturgical Improvisation - G. Oldroyd
SANCTUS - Nicaea, VU 315
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God almighty!
early in the morning our song shall rise to thee;
holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty,
God in three persons, blessed Trinity!
GREETING
Leader: The LORD be with you.
People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: God is in our midst. Let us celebrate God’s presence.
People: Christ is in our midst. We are here to listen for the call to serve others.
Leader: The Spirit is in our midst. We are aware of a power, greater than ourselves, to lead, guide, and uplift us.
HYMN 820 “Make a Joyful Noise”
KIDS’ CHOIR “Do Lord/Rise and Shine” Spirituals -Arr. J. Shafferman /L. Page
Read More...Director: Helen La Rue Accompanist: Len La Rue
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ORGAN PRELUDE
INTROIT - Wie Schön Leuchtet, VU 98
How brightly beams the Morning Star!What sudden radiance from afar!It cheers us with its shining.Brightness of God that breaks our nightand fills the darkened souls with light,who long for truth were pining!Newly, truly, God’s word feeds us, rightly leads us, life bestowing.Praise, O praise such love o’erflowing!
GREETING
Leader: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.
CALL TO WORSHIP
HYMN 255 “The Living God Be Praised” Read More...
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ORGAN PRELUDE
O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright - R. Hobby
O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright - L. Koch
INTROIT - Wie Schön Leuchtet, VU 98
Read More...How brightly beams the Morning Star!
What sudden radiance from afar!
It cheers us with its shining.
Brightness of God that breaks our night
and fills the darkened souls with light,
who long for truth were pining!
Newly, truly, God’s word feeds us, rightly leads us, life bestowing.
Praise, O praise such love o’erflowing!
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ORGAN PRELUDE
Fanfare for the Common Man - A. Copeland
The Old Year Now Away is Fled - R. Purvis
INTROIT Hark! the Herald Angels Sing - Mendelssohn
Read More...Hark! the herald angels sing,
“Glory to the newborn King,
peace on earth, and mercy mild,
God and sinners reconciled.!”
Joyful, all ye nations, rise,
join the triumph of the skies;
with angelic host proclaim,
“Christ is born in Bethlehem!”
Hark! the herald angels sing,
“Glory to the newborn King!”