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/Choir Director: Karen Nevin
Choir: Mixed
Sunday Worship - June 4, 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
ORGAN PRELUDE
*PROCESSION OF LIGHT AND WORD
PROCESSIONAL/INTROIT: - Dance With the Spirit (sung and led by Youth Choir as Children process with streamers)
Dance with the Spirit early in the mornin',
walk with the Spirit throughout the long day,
Work and hope for the new life aborn in',
listen to the Spirit to show you the way.
*GREETING
*CALL TO WORSHIP (responsively):
Gathered by the Spirit
God's church took shape at Pentecost.
Inspired by the breath of the Infinite,
God's people have followed the Way of Jesus.
Nurtured by the Word of the Holy One,
God's children grow to fullness.
Inflame us, O pure fire of love,
and make our hearts burn with joyful
love for you and your creation.
We pray in Christ.
May it be so.
Amen.
* OPENING PRAYER (in unison):
God, Holy Spirit, come to us, come among us;
come as the wind, and cleanse;
come as the fire, and burn;
come as the dew, and refresh;
convict, convert, and consecrate
many hearts and lives
to our great good and your greater glory. Amen.
* OPENING HYMN: In Christ There Is No East Or West #606
PRAYER OF CONFESSION (in unison):
Holy Spirit,
Give me wisdom, so I can learn from my
mistakes and help other people.
Give me counsel, so I may have someone
to lean on in times of need.
Give me reverence, so I may show how I love you.
Give me courage, so I may stand up for what is right,
so I may achieve my goals without hurting others.
Give me understanding, so I may try to understand people
better and not get angry with them.
Give me wonder, so I may respect what the Creator put
here and love it even more.
Give me knowledge, so I may learn about my faith,
my world, and myself.
Let me use and develop these gifts so I can act more like
Jesus. I try hard, but I sometimes fail. Once again
I ask for courage to get up and try again. Amen.
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
THEME CONVERSATION
* SONG: Jesus Loves The Little Children (x2)
Jesus loves the little children,
All the children of the world.
Red, and yellow, black and white,
They are precious in his sight,
Jesus loves the little children of the world!
SERVICE OF THE WORD
FIRST READING: Joel 2:28-32
* RESPONSIVE READING: Psalm 148 (VU pg. 871)
MINISTRY OF MUSIC The Wonder Of It All
SECOND READING: Acts 2:1-21
* HYMN: Spirit, Spirit Of Gentleness #375
REFLECTION
RESPONSE TO THE WORD
INVITATION TO OFFERING
CONGREGATIONAL LIFE AND WORK
PRESENTATION OF OFFERING
OFFERTORY MINISTRY OF MUSIC
*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 GIFTS AND SELF (in unison):
God, Source of all of our gifts ... Thank you!
Thank you for sharing life.
Thank you for sharing love.
Thank you for sharing Christ.
Thank you for this community.
Thank you for the gifts - your gifts, their
gifts, and my gifts.
We ask that you would guide us
in how we might use what we have and
who we are,
that we might share your love with each
other and with your world.
In Christ's name we pray. Amen.
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.
* COMMUNION HYMN: One Bread, One Body #467
THE INVITATION
As we come to . . . of the world.
*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you. AND ALSO WITH YOU.
THE SURSUM CORDA
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them up to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
Blessed are . . . proclaim your goodness:
SANCTUS AND BENEDICTUS
O, Holy, holy, holy Lord,
O God of power and might,
all earth and sea and sky above
sing "Glory be to God!"
Hosanna in the highest Heav'n!
Creation sing your praise!
Blessed is the One who comes from God!
Hosanna and amen!
We remember that . . . the mystery of faith:
MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION
O, Christ has died!
And Christ is ris~en!
Christ will come again!
Send, O God, your . . .now and forever.
THE GREAT AMEN
Amen! Amen! Amen! Amen!
Hosanna and Amen!
The Lord's Prayer (sung)
BREAKING OF THE BREAD
The body of . . . all of us.
Thanks be to God for the bread of life.
POURING OF THE WINE
The blood of . . . 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: Breathe On Me, Breath Of God #382
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTION
Children recess with ministers to
Halle, Halle, Halle
Halle, halle, hallelujah! (x3)
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
MUSICAL POSTLUDE
Resources used in preparation of this service:
Gathering L/P/E; Voices United; More Dreams Alive; 600 Blessings and Prayers.
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 - June 4th
Gander 11:00 a.m. Communion
Golden Legion Manor 7:00 p.m. Communion
Glenwood-Appleton 7:00 p.m.
Worship next Sunday - June 11th
Gander 11:00 a.m. All Ages/SS Closing/Farewell Service
Benton 2:00 p.m.
Glenwood-Appleton 5:00 p.m. Potluck/6:00 Sunday School/Family Service 7:00 p.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
EVENTS OF THE WEEK
Mon. 5th., Parents 'n Tots, 10:00 -11:30 a.m. C.H. Aud. Final June 19
Women's Time Out, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Scouting Banquet, 6-8:00 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Al-anon, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m., C. Bsmt.
Tues., 6th, Kid's Sign Language Choir, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Parlour Final
A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church basement (choir room)
Wed. 7th, Labyrinth available, 10:00 - 7:00 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Thurs., 8th, TOPS, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Scouts, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Aud. Final June 8
Fri . 9th, A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church Basement (Choir Room)
Sat. 10th. Social Club Closing Dinner, 5:30 p.m.
WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE a donation to the Hall Fund, in loving memory of brother, RODNEY WHEATON; grandfathers FRANK WHEATON and CLAUDE HICKS, by Sherry, David and Brittany Freake; in loving memory of LOVED ONES, by David & Daphne Hanrahan; and a donation to the Memorial Fund in loving memory of AUDREY (TAYLOR) GUILCHER, by Michael, Greg & Sara.
SCOUTING Monday, June 5th 6-8 p.m. Scouting Year End Banquet. For the rest of the year...June 12 and 19 Cubs 7-830p.m. (Beavers is over for the year). June 8 is the last Thursday night for Scouts.
We're hiring a Student - IS IT YOU?
Drop off your resume at the church office by June 16.
We're offering a program assistant position. Seven weeks @ 30 hours per week. Talk to Rev. Steph for more information.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - "DiG THiS !" - June 26-30
Monday - Thursday, 6 - 8 p.m. Come at 5 p.m. on Friday for
a BBQ. An archeological excavation: The Fraser Road Code! Call the church to register. Ages 4 and up. Volunteers needed - Call Rev. Steph.
Gander Pastoral Charge YOUTH CAMP and FAMILY CAMP at Loon Bay Youth Camp (Grade 7 & up) runs from 7 p.m., Monday, August 21 - Friday, Aug. 25. THEN the whole church family is invited to join us from the 25th - 27th. Come Nans & Pops, Moms & Dads, brothers & sisters, cousins & friends.......the whole family of God !! Everyone is welcome. Register by JUNE 23rd. Youth Camp - $60. Family Camp - $50 per family.
ARE YOU ON PAR? The Pre-Authorized Remittance Program is now in place here at Fraser Road. To take advantage of the next automatic account debit date of July 20th, additional par registrations need to be received by the end of the month, when they will be forwarded for processing. You'll find info brochures on bulletin boards.
PLEASE NOTE that anyone interesting helping out in the office during from June 16 to July 10th while the secretary is on leave is asked to please contact the church office or Bill West, M & P. (some qualifications and basic training will required)
LOON BAY CAMP SCHEDULE
Peace Talks (Come and have a PEACE FILLED Summer!
Application forms on bulletin boards
July 2-7 (ages 9-12) July 9-14 (ages 13-16)
July 16-21 (ages 9-12) July 23-27 (ages 6-8)
July 30 - Aug 4 (ages 10-13)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION On Sunday, June 11, after the morning service, we will be holding a farewell social for Sharon Earle-Marshall combined with our Sunday School closing barbeque. The Christian Development Committee will supply the hamburgers and hot dogs. If you plan to attend this event, please provide a salad or dessert.
REQUEST FROM OUTREACH COMMITTEE - we are collecting used eyeglasses, postage stamps and, of course, pop tabs for agencies of justice and peace. Boxes are at the back of the church for your convenience. Thank you.
WE WELCOME TODAY into the membership of Fraser Road United Church Glenn Keefe, George Street United, St. John's.
FOR YOUR INFO Sharon's last service is on June 11th. Session is planning a farewell on June 11th following morning worship. Anyone wishing to donate toward a gift is asked to place their donation in an envelope marked Sharon's farewell. Deadline Friday, June 9th
JOHN SANDS' CONCERT - great entertainment for the whole family! Will be held in the Church Hall on Thursday, June 15 at 7:00 p.m. Get your tickets early from any member of the Outreach Committee or from the Church Office. Adults $10 Children $5.
All proceeds to go to our Youth Camping Program.
CALL FOR PHOTOS FOR 2008 BULLETIN COVERS Excellent quality photos, slides, or digital images on CD with high quality printouts are required. $100.00 will be paid for each photograph used. Photographs MUST arrive no later than June 30, 2006. See bulletin board for entry forms.
RENEWAL FELLOWSHIP "Spring Rally" June 16, 17,18, 2006
Emmanuel Convention Centre, Lewisporte. Guest speaker will be Rev. Bill Colbourne. Registration fee $15. Per person. For further info and application forms, please see the bulletin board. PLEASE REGISTER BY JUNE 7.
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
Trinity Sunday
Isaiah 6:1-8
Psalm 29 (VU pg. 756)
Romans 8:12-17
Gospel: John 3:1-17