THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
GANDER PASTORAL CHARGE
Benton Gander Glenwood-Appleton
Ministers: The People of the Congregation
The Rev. Stephanie McClellan
Sharon Earle-Marshall
Organist: Karen Nevin
Choirs: U.C.W. Genesis/Youth Choir
Sunday Worship - February 19, 2006
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.
GATHERING
MUSICAL PRELUDE
*PROCESSION OF LIGHT AND WORD
*GREETING and WELCOME
*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you
AND ALSO WITH YOU.
*INTROIT: Put Your Hand In The Hand (verse 1)
Put your hand in the hand of the man who stilled the waters,
Put your hand in the hand of the man who calmed the sea,
Take a look at yourself, and you will look at others differently,
Put you hand in the hand of the man from Galilee.
*WE ARE CALLED TO WORSHIP GOD:
Young People: Walk with me
Adults: I will walk with you
Young People: And build the land that God has planned
Adults: Where love shines through.
All: Walk with me
I will walk with you
And build the land that God has planned
Where love shines through.
*OPENING PRAYER
*HYMN: I've Got Peace Like A River #577
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Response - "I ask your forgiveness."
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
* RESPONSE: Halle, Halle, Halle
Halle, halle, hallelujah! (x3)
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
VIDEO - Welcome to the United Church (Kevin Waterman)
SERVICE OF THE WORD
Old Testament Reading: 1 Samuel 17:32-51
A MODERN DAY LAMENTATION
Oh, God, do you hear me calling
in the darkest part of night?
I look to you for guidance
but cannot feel your presence.
Oh, help me to overcome this hell
that I am living.
I sit and cry in confusion.
What have I done to deserve this?
Is it what I have done
or what I have not done?
Oh, God, please help me to find
the cure for evil in my world
Even if I see just a light in the distance,
to know you are there,
I will feel motivation to continue my journey.
Give me the strength to travel my path,
but, God, don't make me walk alone . . .
For I am a heart with loving intentions.
* HYMN: I Danced In The Morning #352
MINISTRY OF MUSIC (U.C.W.) There's A Quiet Understanding
REFLECTION
RESPONSE TO THE WORD
PRESENTATION OF OFFERING
MINISTRY OF MUSIC - Youth Choir
*DOXOLOGY #541 VU
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
praise God, all creatures high and low;
give thanks to God in love made known;
Creator, Word and Spirit, One.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION OF SELF AND GIFTS
INTRODUCTION TO CONFIRMATION
PRESENTATION
CONFIRMANDS
Stephen Aubrey Luke CRUMMEY
Gregory Glen FORD
Ryan Frederick ELLIOTT
Jessica Dianne ROBERTS
Katie Harriet SLANEY
Robyn Victoria MELINDY
Jillian Alyssa WATERMAN
Kevin Gerald WATERMAN
Hazel Rose NEWHOOK
Patsy Elizabeth Bessie BARNES
Maxwell BUSSEY
CONFIRMATION/TRANSFER OF MEMBERSHIP
PROFESSION OF FAITH
TRANSFER OF MEMBERSHIPS
Derek Roberts, Cupids UC
Eric Murray , Bethany UC, Carbonear
Daphne Ruth ROBERTS (Ross) Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Burin
Bonnie KYRITSIS (Follett), Calvary UC, Creston
Arthur RIDEOUT, Wesley UC, St. John's
Kenneth SLANEY, Memorial UC, Grand Falls
Kathryn SLANEY, Memorial UC, Grand Falls
Ida Mary CULL (Mercer), St. George Anglican Church, Boyd's Cove
Juanita ANDREWS, Anglican Church, Port aux Basques
Melissa Kinden, St. Peter's Anglican Church, Stag Harbour
(Would those who are transferring their membership please rise to answer the fourth question with us.)
TRANSFER OF MEMBERSHIP
Will you join with your brothers and sisters in the mission and ministry of Christ's church?
I will, God being my helper.
CONGREGATIONAL COMMITMENT
We will continue to support you,
walk with you, and grow with you.
With God's help, we will live out our baptism
as a loving community in Jesus Christ:
nurturing one another in faith,
upholding one another in prayer,
encouraging on e another in God's work.
LAYING ON OF HANDS
. . . all the days of your life.
Amen.
* RESPONSE: Halle, Halle, Halle
Halle, halle, hallelujah! (x3)
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
* HYMN: Let Us Talents And Tongues Employ #468
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
THE INVITATION
The Spirit of God be with you all.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts;
We lift them to God.
Give thanks to our God.
All our thanks, all our praise!
Holy God, Holy One, Holy Three!
Before all that is . . .
And this is our song:
Holy, Holy, Holy, God,
our life, our mercy, our might.
Heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Save us, we pray, you beyond all.
Blest is the One who comes in your name.
Save us, we pray, you beyond all.
Holy God, Holy One, Holy Three!
You beyond the . . . our path to rebirth.
An so we cry, Mercy:
Mercy!
And so we cry, Glory:
Glory!
And so we cry, Blessing:
Blessing!
Holy God, we beg for your Spirit.
Enliven this bread . . . despite death, alive.
And so we cry, Come, Holy Spirit:
Come, Holy Spirit!
And so the church shouts, Come, Holy Spirit:
Come, Holy Spirit!
And so the earth pleads, Come, Holy Spirit:
Come, Holy Spirit!
You, Holy God . . .Praise forever.
And so we cry, Amen:
Amen!
THE LORD'S PRAYER
BREAKING OF THE BREAD
The body of . . . for me, for all of us.
Thanks be to God for the bread of life.
POURING OF THE WINE
The blood of . . . for me, for all of us.
Thanks be to God for the cup of blessing.
SHARING OF THE BREAD AND WINE
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION (in unison):
We give thanks, almighty God,
that you have refreshed us at your table
by granting us the presence of Jesus Christ.
Strengthen our faith,
increase our love for one another,
and send us forth into the world
united in courage and peace,
rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit;
through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.
WE GO FORTH IN JOY
*HYMN: Walk With Me #649
*COMMISSIONING & BENEDICTION
MUSICAL POSTLUDE
Resources used in preparation of this service:
Gathering L/E/P 2005; Dreams Alive; Seeds & Sowers; Celebrate God's Presence; New Models for Education
CONGREGATIONAL LIFE AND WORK
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 next Sunday - February 26, 2006
Gander 11:00 a.m. All Ages
2:00 p.m. Benton
Glenwood 5:00 p.m. Potluck, followed by service at 7:00 p.m.
February 28, 2006 - Tuesday - Scouting Pancake Supper followed by service in sanctuary at approx. 6:15 p.m.
EVENTS OF THE WEEK
Sun., 19th. Celebration lunch, in church hall following worship
Mon., 20th., Parents 'n Tots, 10:00 - 11:45 a.m., C.Hall Aud.
Women's Time Out, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Beavers, 6-7:15 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Cubs, 7:15 - 8:30 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Church Council, 7:00 p.m., Churh Hall Parlour
Al-anon, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m., C. Bsmt.
Tues., 21st, Kid's Sign Language Choir, 3:30-4:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Adult Sign Language Choir, 6:30-7:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Lectionary Study, 10-11 a.m., C.H. Parlour
Coffee With The Minister, 4:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Handbell practice, 6:30 p.m., Church Sanctuary
U.C.W. Fellowship Unit, 8:00 p.m., C.H. Aud.
A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church basement (choir room)
Wed. 22nd., Men's Fellowship, noon to 1:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour.
Choir practice - Church Sanctuary
Men's Choir, 7:00 p.m., Senior Choir, 8:00 p.m.
Youth Group, 7:30-9 p.m., C.Hall Aud.
Labrinth Instruction, 6:30 p.m.. C.H.
Labyrinth available, 10:00 - 7:00 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Scouts, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Thurs., 23rd TOPS, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Scouts, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Guitar Group, 7:30 p.m., C. Bsmt.
Fri . 24th., A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church Basement (Choir Room)
Sat., 25th. Social Club, 8:00 p.m., C.H. Parlour
PANCAKE AND SAUSAGE SUPPER in support of 1st United Scouting. Shrove Tuesday, February 28th between 5 and 6:30PM at the Church Hall. Tickets $5 each and can be purchased by calling Blair Sparkes 256-2762, Brian Tremblett 256-5057, or Paul Clouter 256-2409.
THANKS to all who have been saving pop tabs for Robert Hampson. With our most current donation of $189.60 sent this week, he is well on his way to purchasing another wheelchair."
NOTE OF THANKS Rev. Stephanie wishes to thank you all for your prayers, cards, calls and gifts that raised her spirits during her recent hospitalization. Thank you for your love and concern. It is wonderful to be back home amongst you!
The GUATEMALA MISSION TEAM will meet on Monday, February 26th at 8:30 p.m. in the church hall parlour.
WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE a gift in celebration of the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Neville & Elizabeth Burt. Congratulations are extended for many more years of happiness and health.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER SERVICE Friday, March 3 at 8:00 p.m. at the St. Joseph's R.C. Church. The guest speaker will be Ruth Hunt. ALL ARE WELCOME!
WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE a bequest from Shirley Crewe's Estate. Thank you for your advanced planning.
CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING Church Council meets to discuss ongoing concerns in the daily life of our church and plan for its future. This month's meeting will be held Mon. FEB. 20th, 7:00p.m. in the church hall parlour.
A MESSAGE FROM THE UCW Our Loonie plates have been placed at the back of the church for your participation in this ongoing fund-raiser for the year 2006. By placing your name and envelope number on the plate your contribution will be credited for your church givings for the year 2006, providing you return it by December 31, 2006.
PRE-AUTHORIZED REMITTANCE (P.A.R.) Remember the question raised in our last fall's bulletins that asked: "Are you on PAR?" Well now is the time to get on "PAR"!
" PAR" is an acronym for Pre-Authorized Remittance, a program offered through our National Church office that allows people to support their church through an automatic monthly withdrawal from their bank account or through credit card. Funds collected are forwarded to the local church on the 20th of each month for credit to your record of contributions at the church.
You do not pay any administration costs, but the congregation pays 50 cents per person per month for bank withdrawals and $2.65 for VISA and $2.80 for Master Card.
How do you get involved? Simply by following these simple instructions:
. Decide how much per month you wish to give to local, M&S and other.
. Fill out the Authorization Card (copies are in the pews) and attach a sample cheque marked "Sample" or "Void".
. Return the completed cards through the collection plate or drop them off at the church office.
PAR offers several advantages to contributors:
. You assure regular support to the church in the amount you chose.
. Continued support to the church and the M& S fund even when you are away.
. You avoid "catch up" periods in your givings.
PAR offers advantages to Fraser Road:
. The church receives regular, dependable flow of contributions.
. A reduction in paperwork and bookkeeping.
. Lessens the use of overdraft protection at the bank.
The Finance Committee has decided to implement PAR effective March 1, 2006 if there is interest shown by the congregation. Authorization Cards will be placed in the pews for the whole of February. We would like at least 90 persons to sign up to cover the registration cost of $45.00. Please give this program your prayerful consideration!
GUATEMALA MISSION TEAM FUND-RAISERS
SEEDS OF CHANGE WORKSHOP at Gambo UC to explore the national Faith Formation Resource -- Seeds of Change. For anyone on our Pastoral Charge who is interested in attending the date is Monday, February 20th at 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Please call the church office and advise if you are attending so we can know numbers.
COMMENTARY ON TODAY'S BIBLE READINGS are printed and available at the back of the Church. Be sure to pick up your copy each week.
GANDER & AREA KIWANIS MUSIC FESTIVAL March 6-10. Venues will be at the Salvation Army Citadel, the United, Anglican and Pentecostal Churches, and the Arts & Culture Center theatre and gallery. This year, for the first time, there will be a Junior and Senior Rose Bowl competition on Wednesday, March 8, at 7:00 p.m. at the Center theatre. The Festival Concerts are on Thursday and Friday evenings at the theatre beginning at 7:00 p.m. Tickets for these concerts are $12.00; Programs are $5.00; Tickets for the morning, afternoon and evening sessions and the Rose Bowl competition are $2.00; Weekly passes are $12.00.
WE APPRECIATE YOUR LETTING US KNOW
WHEN A MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY OR A FRIEND
IS ILL AT HOME OR IN THE HOSPITAL
Next Week's Readings
Isaiah 43:18-25
Psalm 41 (VU pg. 765)
2 Corinthians 1:18-22
Gospel: Mark 2:1-12