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June 30, 2019
Welcome and Announcements
• Portions of the service printed in bold are spoken by the whole congregation. The asterisk (*) indicates congregation stands, but please feel free to sit at any time.
• Children are always welcome at our services. Books/toys are available at the front and back of the sanctuary.
Candle Lighting & Centring:
As we light the Christ candle we are reminded that Jesus is with us, around us, within us, working through us always.
*Introit/Gathering Hymn: “Wherever You May Go” #216 MV
Call to Worship:
One: God of times past, God of our present days,
God of all the days that are to come,
All: You are with us.
One: Celebrating with us in the joyful times,
supporting us in times of loss,
All: You are with us.
One: Encouraging us to have done with injustice,
encouraging us to embrace new truth,
All: You are with us.
One: The object and focus of our worship,
the inspiration of our praise and prayer,
All: You are with us.
(David Sparks, Prayers to Share)
*Hymn: “Spirit open my heart” #79 MV
Prayer of the Day:
One: Join with all those who praise our God.
All: Join with the saints of all the ages.
One: Join with Martin Luther, and Martin Luther King, and Mother Teresa.
All: Join with family members who have gone from our sight, and are lovingly remembered.
One: Join with those who meet in this church this morning.
All: Join with Christians of our town/city, and Christians in far corners of our world.
One: May the praise of all resound to the Glory of God.
All: May our worship inspire us to work in the Way of Jesus Christ. Amen.
(David Sparks, Prayers to Share)
Congregational Theme/Story Time
“So you want to be a Disciple”
*Hymn: “Like a Rock” #92 MV
A Reading from Galatians 5:1, 13-25
A Reading from Luke 9:51-62
*Hymn: “Grateful” #182 MV
Reflection/Message
*Hymn: “God of the Sparrow” #229 VU
Invitation to Offering
*Offering Hymn: “What Can I Do?” #191 MV
*Prayer of Dedication:
One: Teach us the joy of sharing, O God:
All: The joy of sharing time with those who lack friendship and care, the joy of sharing attention with those who are anxious and afraid,
the joy of sharing gifts with those whom this world treats harshly.
One: Bless these gifts as they work in the Way of Jesus.
All: Amen.
(David Sparks, Prayers to Share)
Prayers of the Gathered Community
& The Prayer Jesus Taught (Words NOT on screen)
God, we pray that we feel your help and love. That we see we are not alone.
We pray for our world and all those in it. We pray for all people in this world that are displaced for any reason and the people who live in violence every day and are struggling to survive.
We pray for Canada and those that are less fortunate. We pray for those who have lost their jobs and that they quickly recover. We pray for our leaders to work together in a good way for the benefit of all Canadians. We pray for understanding and patience.
We pray for the Earth and for all God’s creatures, big and small. That we see the gifts they bring; whether a bird in flight soaring with the wind, the smell of lilac in the air, or a dog or a cat playing with its companion.
We pray for our families, our brothers and sisters, husbands and wives, partners and friends, nieces and nephews, our children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
We pray for ourselves. We pray for what we don’t see. And appreciate what we haven’t yet felt. We pray for strength, kindness, and love. And we pray for you God to lift our spirits and our hearts when we need it most. Amen.
Let us pray the way Jesus taught us. “Our Father...”
*Hymn: “Dance with the Spirit” #156 MV
*Commissioning & Benediction:
One: Discover the right path!
All: We will walk resolutely along it.
One: Sense the temptation to avoid and delay!
All: We will fight that temptation.
One: Be aware of the tendency to make excuses!
All: We will counter it with enthusiasm.
One: Realize the good work that can be accomplished with others!
All: We will commit ourselves to the work.
One: Remember the Christian name you bear!
All: We will strive to be worthy of Jesus Christ.
(David Sparks, Prayers to Share)
“The Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, The love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.” Amen
2 Corinthians 13:13 NRSV
Hebrew word: Shavautov – Have a Blessed week!
*Recessional Hymn: “Ameni” #219 MV