THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
GANDER PASTORAL CHARGE
Benton Gander Glenwood-Appleton
Ministers: The People of the Congregation
The Rev. Stephanie McClellan
The Rev. Steve Atkinson
Organist: Karen Nevin
Sunday Worship - July 30, 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
* LIGHTING OF THE CHRIST CANDLE
* WELCOME AND GREETING
* PASSING OF THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you . .
AND ALSO WITH YOU.
CONGREGATIONAL LIFE AND WORK
* INTROIT: Open My Eyes VU 371
1 Open my eyes, that I may see
glimpses of truth thou hast for me;
place in my hands the wonderful key
that shall unclasp and set me free.
Silently now I wait for thee,
ready, my God, thy will to see.
Open my eyes, illumine me, Spirit divine!
* CALL TO WORSHIP
*OPENING PRAYER (in unison)
Loving God, bless this congregation as we seek to serve you
faithfully in all ways. As you have called us to worship together, strengthen us to support each other, to make your love known by word
and example, and to know ourselves part of the company of all Christian people. Pardon and correct all that is wrong among us, accept
and increase what is good, and unite us in the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
*HYMN - 395 VU - Come In, Come In and Sit Down
(edited 07/04/13jj)
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
* BAPTISMAL HYMN - 444 VU Child of Blessing, Child Of Promise
DIALOGUE
The sacrament . . . church in the world.
PRESENTATION OF CHILDREN
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: A New Creed #918
We are not alone, we live in God's world.
We believe in God:
who has created and is creating,
who has come in Jesus,
the Word made flesh,
to reconcile and make new,
who works in us and others by the Spirit.
We trust in God.
We are called to be the church:
to celebrate God's presence,
to live with respect in creation,
to love and serve others,
to seek justice and resist evil,
to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen,
our judge and our hope.
In life, in death,
in life beyond death,
God is with us.
We are not alone.
Thanks be to God.
* CONGREGATIONAL PLEDGE
Congregation (unison):
As a baptized and baptizing church,
we commit ourselves
to support and uphold you
within the community of faith.
May God grant us all
the grace to live out our baptism.
PROFESSION OF FAITH
BLESSING OF THE WATER
In the beginning, when God created the universe,
Love was moving over the waters.
When a rainbow smiled above Noah's ark,
Love was moving over the waters.
When our ancestors fled from Pharaoh to the sea,
Love was moving over the waters.
When Jesus plunged into a life of healing and teaching,
Love was moving over the waters.
When we float in our mother's womb,
Love is moving over the waters.
When we are born anew by baptism,
Love is moving over the waters.
When justice flows and the thirsty drink deep,
Love is moving over the waters.
When tears of joy, hope, and sorrow mingle in worship,
Love is moving over the waters.
In the beginning, in the end,
Love is moving over the waters.
THE BAPTISM
. . . and of the Holy Spirit.
All: Amen.
. . . are claimed as Christ's forever.
All: Amen
LAYING ON OF HANDS
. . . days of your life.
Amen.
WELCOME BY THE SUNDAY SCHOOL
RESPONSE: Halle, Halle, Halle
Halle, halle, hallelujah! (x2)
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
PRESENTATION OF THE LIGHT
BLESSING
PRAYER
. . . and be thankful!
We remember, and we are thankful,
by the grace of God! Amen.
SERVICE OF THE WORD
*RESPONSIVE READING: Psalm 34, (VU p. 761) E. Greenham
SCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 3:14-21
MINISTRY OF MUSIC
GOSPEL READING: Mark 10:13-16
REFLECTION - God Believes In You, by Holly Bea
INVITATION TO OFFERING
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
(responsive with actions):
With our hands, Lord,
may we work for you.
With our gifts,
may you be honoured in all we do.
With our hearts,
may we always be kind.
With our eyes,
may we search far and wide for the good you would
like us to find.
With our mouths,
may we speak loving things.
With our ears,
may we hear what is true.
With our minds,
may we be wise enough to live our whole lives for
you.
Amen.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
THE LORD'S PRAYER
WE GO FORTH IN JOY
*HYMN - 371VU - Open My Eyes (verses 2 and 3)
COMMISSIONING & BENEDICTION (responsive):
Don't forget . . . believes in you!
Thanks be to God!
MUSICAL POSTLUDE
RESOURCES USED IN THIS SERVICE:
Voices United; Gathering S/A 2006
THIS WEEK IN PRAYER
We pray for Camping Ministries, the counsellors, staff and kids as the camping program proceeds.
STEWARDSHIP SECOND
In Revelation we read of a book that no one could open. Some believe that was the pocketbook. ~Anonymous
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 Today - July 30ht
Gander 11:00 a.m. Sacrament of Baptism
Glenwood-Appleton 7:00 p.m.
Worship next Sunday - August 6th
Gander 11:00 a.m.
Glenwood/Appleton 7:00 p.m.
EVENTS OF THE WEEK
Sun. 30th., A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church Basement (Choir Room)
Mon. 31st., Women's Time Out, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Al-anon, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m., C. Bsmt.
Tues., 1st, A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church basement (choir room)
Wed. 2nd, Labyrinth available, 10:00 - 7:00 p.m., C.H. Aud.
Thurs., 3rd TOPS, 7-9 p.m., C.H. Parlour
Fri . 4th, A.A., 8-10 p.m., Church Basement (Choir Room)
TODAY WE RECEIVE through the Sacrament of Baptism into the Church of Christ, and into Fraser Road United Church Family, Makayla Corrine DINZEY, child of Neil & Vicky DINZEY, sister to Laura & Emma; Morgan Elizabeth WELLON, child of Chris & Joanne WELLON, sister to Sam; Brandon Wesley BLACKWOOD and James Leonard BLACKWOOD, twin sons of James & Angie BLACKWOOD, and brothers to Taylor; Sara Louise Shirley MILLS, child of Keith & Michelle MILLS, and sister to Jane. Our congratulations and best wishes to these parents, and their families.
There is a DROP OFF BOX in the office for interesting, appropriate reading materials novels, classics, Reader's Digest, short stories, to be given to St. Clare's Hospital for their Mobile Library.
REMOVAL/DEMOLITION OF MANSE Written proposals are invited for the Removal/Demolition of the Manse located on Church Property at 3 Brochen Place, Gander. For particulars and viewing please contact:
Geof Wells, Facilities Mgr. 424-6730
Caleb Lane, Property Chair 256-8566
CEMETERY ASSESSMENT - The Cemetery Committee has increased our assessment this year to $7. per family. To assist us in paying this invoice we have placed special envelopes in the pews. Any donation you can make for this cause will be really appreciated. Thank you.
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 August 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.
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.
KIWANIS SUMMER MUSIC CAMP - Final music camp sponsored by The Kiwanis Club of Gander at the Arts & Culture Center - August 7 - 18. Children from age 6 (or have completed Kindergarten) to age 14 are invited to participate. The cost per student per Camp is $60.00. During the morning sessions individual and group instructions will be given in piano, voice, drums, guitar and possibly brass. Afternoon sessions will be given to fun activities. Previous knowledge of music would be helpful but not essential. Registration will be at the Arts & Culture Box Office during regular Box Office hours. For further info contact Lloyd White at 256-3071 or Bonnie Pritchett at 256-8665.
REPORT OF WEST DISTRICT HAPPENINGS is available at the back of the church.
ALLERGY ALERT - We are aiming to make our Church Buildings more friendly for those with severe allergies. Please consider the danger you create when you wear any scented products or when you bring food items containing nuts or nut products. WE AIM TO BE SCENT-FREE AND NUT-FREE. Thank you for your attention to this very serious matter.
ARTHRITIS SOCIETY - volunteers are needed to support the Gander Branch in their local initiatives. Please contact Loretta Green at 256-3124 if you can be of help.
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
Ninth after Pentecost
2 Samuel 11:26-12:13a
Psalm 51:1-12 (VU pg. 776-777)
Ephesians 4:1-16
John 6:24-35
Minutes for Mission
Strength of the Spirit
The M&S Fund supports spiritual development, leadership training, and education. Here's a story from one of our education and retreat centres.
"The Lord is near to all who call, to all who call in truth."
----Psalm 145:18, adapted
We were the least likely spring staff to be chosen for maintenance, yet there we were, facing the daunting task of clearing Five Oaks' trail. Rakes, saws, and trimmers in hand, we cautiously began what would be our most significant project at the Centre. Being self-proclaimed "tree huggers" and English majors, what did we know about trail clearing?
It was tiring work, but the further we got into it, the more confident we became. Our hearts sank, though, as we stumbled upon a rotting tree, twice as tall as us and over a foot wide, directly in the path. Adam felt defeated and said we should ask for help from "real" maintenance staff, but Diane thought otherwise. "We can move it!" she declared, tossing off her work gloves. With our feet firmly planted, and the strength of the Spirit in our hearts, we brought down our mini-Goliath.
The Diane and Adam who first arrived at Five Oaks never would have believed they could overcome such a challenge. Working at the Centre has given us more confidence in ourselves and our abilities. We have also achieved a deeper spiritual connection with our Creator, who strengthens us when we feel overwhelmed. Most of all, our experience of moving the tree taught us that whatever our work at Five Oaks, we are clearing the path for future generations of youth and young adults.
Adam Mason and Diane Matheson are young adult leaders for children and youth programs at Five Oaks. The Centre is one of the United Church Education and Retreat Centres that receives funding from the Mission and Service Fund, and provides year-round programming for all ages.