THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
GANDER PASTORAL CHARGE
Benton Gander Glenwood-Appleton
Ministers: The People of the Congregation
The Rev. Stephanie McClellan
Ms. Sharon Earle-Marshall
Organist: Karen Nevin
Choir: Senior Choir
Sunday Worship - March 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.
MUSICAL PRELUDE
* PROCESSION OF THE LIGHT AND WORD
GREETING
LIFE AND WORK OF THE CONGREGATION
* INTROIT: Spirit Of Life (#381 VU)
Spirit of Life, come unto me.
Sing in my heart all the stirrings of compassion.
Blow in the wind, rise in the sea;
move in the hand, giving life the shape of justice.
Roots hold me close; wings set me free;
Spirit of Life, come to me, come to me.
CALL TO WORSHIP (responsive)
Welcome!
We are pleased to be here.
Welcome!
We know we belong here.
Welcome!
We rejoice in God's presence.
Welcome!
We proclaim God's goodness.
Welcome! Let's worship!
We are ready to worship together.
* OPENING PRAYER (in unison)
God of unity, God of love,
what we say with our lips, make strong in our hearts.
What we affirm with our minds, make vivid in our lives.
Send us your Spirit
to pray in us what we dare not pray,
to claim us beyond our own claims,
to bind us when we are tempted to go our own ways.
Lead us forward.
Lead us together.
Lead us to do your will,
the will of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
* HYMN: Praise To The Lord, The Almighty #220
PRAYER OF CONFESSION (in unison):
Dear God, sometimes I get caught up in personal wants and yell at those who love me. I don't always see the true good in everybody, and so I make fun of them. Help me to be more patient today with those around me. Let me stop and think of the consequences before I do things that are wrong. Teach me to be more understanding with the people in my life. God, make me an instrument of your peace.
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
* PASSING OF THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you . .
AND ALSO WITH YOU.
* RESPONSE: Halle, Halle, Halle
Halle, halle, hallelujah! (x3)
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
THEME CONVERSATION
* HYMN: Tell Me The Stories Of Jesus #357
SERVICE OF THE WORD
FIRST READING: Exodus 20:1-17
The Ten Commandments
*RESPONSIVE READING: Psalm 19 (VU p. 740-41)
The heavens declare the glory of God.
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
God's foolishness is wiser than human wisdom.
MINISTRY OF MUSIC A Great Day In Gloryland
GOSPEL READING: John 2:13-22
Jesus clears the temple.
* HYMN: Jesus Christ Is Waiting #117
REFLECTION
RESPONSE TO THE WORD
INVITATION TO OFFERING
PRESENTATION OF OFFERING
OFFERTORY MINISTRY OF MUSIC He Lifted Me
*DOXOLOGY #540 VU
Grant us, God, the grace of giving,
with a spirit large and free,
that ourselves and all our living
we may offer faithfully.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION OF GIFTS AND SELF
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
THE LORD'S PRAYER (sung)
WE GO FORTH IN PRAISE
*HYMN: When I Survey The Wondrous Cross #149
* COMMISSIONING & BENEDICTION
* CHORAL AMEN
* MUSICAL POSTLUDE
RESOURCES USED IN THIS SERVICE:
Voices United; Gathering L/E/P: Springs of Living Water, Dreams Alive
THIS WEEK IN PRAYER
Please remember our Canadian troops around the world who
dedicate their lives to freedom and justice. Pray for their
safety and their families.
Stewardship Seconds
The best portion of a good (person's life) is the little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love. - William Wordsworth, English poet (1770-1850)
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 - March 19, 2006
Gander 11:00 a.m.
4:00 p.m. Lakeside Homes Chapel
7:00 p.m. Mini Festival
Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
Worship next Sunday - March 26, 2006
Gander 11:00 a.m.
Benton 2:00 p.m.
Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
EVENTS OF THE WEEK
Sun. 19th., Social Club, 8:30 p.m. (following service)
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.
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
U.C.W. Fellowship, 8:00 p.m., Church Hall Aud.
Coffee With The Minister, 4:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Handbell practice, 6:30 p.m., Church Sanctuary
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.
Guatemala Mission Team, 7:30 p.m.
Labrinth Instruction, 6:30 p.m.. C.Hall
Labyrinth available, 10:00 - 7:00 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Thurs., 23rdTOPS, 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)
NOTICE OF CONGREGATIONAL MEETING There will be a Congregational Meeting immediately following the Sunday morning worship this morning, March 19, 2006 to decide whether or not same sex marriages will be performed in Fraser Road United Church. There will be a vote by secret ballot and only church members on our church membership roll will be permitted to vote.
TRANSFER OF MEMBERSHIP
100th BIRTHDAY In celebration of Mrs. Kate Hanrahan's 100th Birthday, an Open House reception will be held at the Fraser Road United Church Hall on Saturday, April 1st from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend this special event in her life.
GANDER MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION HOLY WEEK ECUMENICAL SERVICE at St. Martin's Anglican Cathedral, Holy Monday, April 10th at 7:00 p.m.
TEEN CLASS - NEXT WEEK (March 26th) - WE'VE GOT ISSUES!! Our teens do such a great job in leadership of Sunday School, but even our leaders need time to be renewed, refreshed and rejuvenated by God, so every once in a while we're offering a discussion class led by Rev. Steph for the youth ages 12 and up. A chance to talk about issues of faith, life, and church - where the rubber hits the road. Please help us get the word out!
A MINI FESTIVAL featuring Kiwanis Music Festival participants from our congregation, will take place tonight at 7:00 p.m. here in the sanctuary!
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 Monday, MARCH 20th, 7:00p.m. in the church hall parlour.
ANNUAL FLIPPER DINNER The Finance Committee is sponsoring our annual Flipper Dinner on April 25, 2006, with takeouts at 4:30 p.m. and eat-ins at 5:00 p.m. Tickets sell for $10.00 and are available by calling: 256-2809, or 256-3619, or 256-7687 or 256-7449.
GUATEMALA MISSION TEAM 2006 is collecting school supplies - specifically, plain yellow pencils, regular blue bic pens, small pencil sharpeners, NO exercise books please. General donations in support of the Guatemala Mission Team 2006 will also be gratefully accepted. Income tax receipts will be issued. Thank you to those who have already contributed.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL is only around the corner - June 26-30, 2006. We need volunteers to form a VBS Committee to get the planning started. If you have the time please contact either Paula King (256-8544) or Kim Cheeks (256-7064). March 5, 12, 19
LENTEN CARDS have been placed at the back of the church for those who wish to use them. Your Lenten offerings can also be placed in your regular church envelope under the "other" section.. Please mark "Lenten Offering"
ARE YOU ON PAR? The Pre-Authorized Remittance Program is now in place here at Fraser Road. You'll find info brochures on bulletin boards.
FOR YOUR INFO
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.
JUST A REMINDER The Board of Fraser Road United Church endeavours to make the building a scent-free environment. Please respect the health of those who are adversely affected by scents of any kind.
SPIRIT CONNECTION every week - Sunday nights on VISION TV - 10:00 p.m. Nfld. www.united-church.ca/spirit
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
Numbers 21:4-9
Psalm 107 (VU pg. 831, Parts 1 & 2
Ephesians 2:1-10
Gospel: John 3:14-21