THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
GANDER PASTORAL CHARGE
Benton Gander Glenwood-Appleton
Ministers: The People of the Congregation
The Rev. Marion Davis
The Rev. Stephanie McClellan
Organist/Choir Director: Karen Nevin
Choir: Senior
Sunday Worship - January 16, 2005
Epiphany 2
11:00 a.m.
At the call of Jesus Christ, we, the people
of Fraser Road United Church, seek to:
Welcome all;
Strengthen one another;
Nurture each other in faith;
Prepare and direct our people
into God's world for service.
* please stand as you are able.
WE GATHER AS GOD'S PEOPLE
MUSICAL PRELUDE
*PROCESSION OF THE WORD AND THE LIGHT
*GREETING
*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you........... And also with you.
ACCLAMATION
Halle, halle, hallelujah! (x3)
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
LIFE AND WORK OF THE CONGREGATION
INTROIT: We Are Marching in the Light of God (#646 VU)
We are marching in the light of God,
we are marching in the light of God.
We are marching in the light of God,
we are marching in the light of God.
(the light of God.)
We are marching, (marching, we are marching,)
oo-oo, (marching,)
we are marching in the light of God.
(the light of God.)
We are marching, (marching, we are marching,)
oo-oo, (marching,)
we are marching in the light of God.
CALL TO WORSHIP (responsive):
Gather now in the light of God!
Behold, God is doing a new thing!
God calls us to bring forth justice, to be a light to the nations, to open eyes that are blind, to free those held captive.
Behold, God is doing a new thing!
God is with us as we do God's work.
God has chosen us to bring light to all people!
Behold, God is doing a new thing!
*HYMN: Joyful, Joyful #232
THEME CONVERSATION
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS (responsive):
The amazing thing is this: God accepts us with all our weaknesses and limitations. God loves us into newness of life.
We are loved, set free to open our hearts and minds to a new awareness of God and of the infinite worth of all humankind.
We are a forgiven people. Thanks be to God.
SERVICE OF THE WORD
FIRST READING: Isaiah 49:1-7
The mission of God's servant.
RESPONSIVE READING: Psalm 40 (VU pg. 764)
I waited patiently for God.
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9
I thank God for you.
MINISTRY OF MUSIC There's A Quiet Understanding
GOSPEL READING: John 1:29-42
Jesus is baptized.
This is the word of God.
Thanks be to God.
SERMON: What a Wonderful World!
* HYMN: I love to Tell the Story #343
THE RESPONSE TO THE WORD
INVITATION TO THE OFFERING
PRESENTATION OF THE OFFERING
MINISTRY OF MUSIC Dear Weaver Of Our Lives' Design
*DOXOLOGY (sung):
Praise God the Source of life and birth.
Praise God the Word, who came to earth.
Praise God the Spirit, holy flame.
All glory, honour to God's name! Amen
PRAYER OF DEDICATION OF GIFTS AND SELF: (in unison)
Bless these gifts that they may heal the broken hearted, that they may mend the wounded, and that they may proclaim justice like a mighty river to the nation. Amen.
Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying...Intro to Prayers of the People
Lord, listen to your children praying,
Lord, send your Spirit in this place;
Lord, listen to your children praying,
send us love, send us power, send us grace!
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
THE LORD'S PRAYER
THE SENDING FORTH
*HYMN: Jesus, You Have Come to the Lakeshore #563
COMMISSIONING and BENEDICTION
MUSICAL PRELUDE
Resources used in preparation of this worship service:
Gathering Advent/Christmas/Epiphany 2004-5; Living the Christ Life;
Worship For All Seasons vol. 1
Welcome to all of you, members and visitors, who have gathered to worship this day. May this holy time bring you fellowship with God and neighbour, and many blessings. We invite visitors to sign our guest register, and please, do come and worship with us again when you are in our area.
WORSHIP TODAY - JANUARY 16, 2005
Gander 11:00 a.m.
Lakeside 4:00 p.m. Volunteers would be welcome to help to move some of the residents from their rooms into the chapel.
Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
WORSHIP NEXT SUNDAY - JANUARY 23, 2005
Gander 11:00 a.m.
Benton 2:00 p.m
Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
•Today - regular classes and nursery facilities (located in the church basement)
EVENTS OF THE WEEK
Sun. 16th., Handbell Choir practice, 7-8 p.m., Church Sanctuary
Mon., 17th., Parents 'n Tots, 10 - 11:45 a.m., C.H. Aud.
Women's Time Out, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., C.H. Par.
Church Council, (postponed)
Beavers, 6-7:15 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Cubs, 7:15 - 8:30 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Al-anon, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m., C. Bsmt.
Tues., 18th., UC/Muslim Relations Study, 10:00 a.m., C.H. Parlour
Kid's Sign Choir, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Adult Sign Choir, 6:30-7:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church basement (choir room)
Wed. 19th., Mens' Choir Practice, 7:00 p.m.
Senior Choir Practice, 8:00 p.m.
Church Sanctuary
Youth Group, 7-8:30 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Thurs., 20th Scouts, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Guitar Group, 7:30 p.m., Church Basement
TOPS, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Fri . 21st., A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church Basement (Choir Room)
ASIA DISASTER RELIEF- DIRECTIVE FROM UC CONFERENCE
In the difficult journey of the people of South and South East Asia the thoughts and prayers of the Newfoundland and Labrador Conference of The United Church of Canada are constantly with them.
General Council Office staff have been in contact with several of The United Church's partners in the affected region. They will maintain close contact with these partners and offer any support they can through the United Church Emergency Response Fund. The United Church of Canada responds to emergency requests out of its annual emergency response budget, made possible through your gifts to the Mission and Service Fund of The United Church of Canada.
We encourage all congregations who wish to participate to collect from donors, issue individual Income Tax receipts, and forward a cheque to: The United Church of Canada, 3250 Bloor Street West, Suite 300, Toronto, ON M8X 2Y4 and mark it "for Asia Disaster Relief".
BENTON SOUP & SANDWICHES On January 22nd. First UC of Benton will have a fund-raiser at the Benton Community Centre from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. ALL ARE WELCOME! Ski-dooers welcome too!!
A GRIEF WORKSHOP will begin Thursday Feb. 3 at 6:30pm. This workshop deals with loss in the form of death, ending of a relationship, loss of employment or any other kind of loss which can be part of life. This is done through the telling of story, scripture, prayer and the meeting with others. This workshop will be of six-weeks duration and will use a guide called "Death and Grief". If you are interested call the the church office and arrange to pick up the resource. Cost is $10.00
GAMBLERS' ANONYMOUS MEETINGS on Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m. at the Salvation Army Family Centre, 111 Memorial Drive (next to Russell's Convenience Store). For info contact Shawn at 256-2280.
GUATEMALA MISSION TEAM 2006 DEADLINE - If you are interested in being a part of the Guatemala Mission Team 2006 that will travel to Guatemala on April 16th and return April 30th, then please contact Rev. Steph for information. The deadline to join the team is February 7th, 2005 (that is only a month away!!) as much planning and fundraising needs to be done. There will be a meeting of those committed to the team on February 7th at 8 PM in the Church Parlour. Please let your children and grandchildren know about this opportuity as you are our main channel for communication. Participants must be in high school or older. Parents of high school youth who are interested
ALLERGIES Some members of our congregation suffer from allergies, especially scent allergies. We ask that you be aware of this, and that you reduce or eliminate scent-perfumes, after shave, etc. in church. Also, be aware of more prevalent allergy food problems, e.g. nuts (especially peanuts), fish, shellfish, eggs & kiwi. Some of these food allergies are life threatening.
POP CAN TABS The pop can collection is an ongoing project throughout the year. Please do save them!
ANNUAL CONGREGATION MEETING is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 6th, 2004. Following morning worship a cold Potluck lunch will be held in the church hall, followed by the Congregational meeting at approx. 1:30 p.m. The congregation are asked to bring along cold dishes of food prior to worship. It is important that as many people as possible attend as the business of our church concerns us all. CHILD CARE WILL BE PROVIDED for those who need it.
REMINDER TO CHURCH COUNCIL MEMBERS, and others responsible for compiling reports for the 2004 Annual Report. Please note that reports should have been passed in by Friday, JANUARY 14, 2005, to either Maude Goulding or the church office.
AL-ANON/ALATEEN FAMILY GROUPS If someone else's drinking is bothering you, maybe Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups can help you. For more information, please call our office number at 256-2254 or 256-3282.
SPIRIT CONNECTION TONIGHT - Profile of the Moderator
A profile of the Right Rev. Peter Short, the 38th Moderator of The United Church of Canada. An update with the Rev. Jim Sinclair, General Secretary of the General Council of the UC, on where the church and government are over the question of refugees seeking sanctuary in congregations. www.united-church.ca/spirit/ Sunday nights weekly on VISION TV - 10:00 p.m. Nfld.
Next Week's Readings
Isaiah 9:1-4
Psalm 27: 1, 4-9 (VU pg. 753-55)
Epistle: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18
Gospel: Matthew 4:12-23
email: fraseruc@nfld.net
website: www.unitedchurchgander.ca
Marion Duffitt - Newsletter Reporter 651-3189