9:55 a.m. January 19, 2020 Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of
prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us through
the word with The Children, then may be excused to their program. There is nursery
care available throughout the service, and a crying room for those who become
inconsolable.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Barry Shelley, Moderator
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ No. 631
CALL TO WORSHIP
L: Sing praise to God, all the peoples!
P: Praise God who really loves us all!
L: Don’t be afraid and do not doubt God’s love.
P: Open our hearts, O God, and help us to receive that love.
L: Dance in joy to the spirit of God.
P: Let our spirits resound with joy at God’s light of joy, AMEN.
INTROIT ‘Precious Lord, Take My Hand’ Rev. Thomas DorseyWatch
GATHERING PRAYER
A WORD WITH THE CHILDREN: Community
SINGING THE CHILDREN OUT ‘This Little Light of Mine’ Traditional
*Asterisk indicates all who are able may stand
Bold print indicates congregational response
PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION (in unison)
God of Hope, at times all we feel is hopelessness. We have waited so long for
justice. We have worked so hard and it seems for nothing. The world seems to
get worse, as more people struggle to make ends meet, as more people become
homeless, as violence rages around us. Burn the flame in us, O God, of hope. Be
the light that cannot be hidden. Remind us that we are not alone, and others can
help our light to shine. Call upon us to lean on one another during trying times.
May we remember each other in prayer, and may we seek prayer from others.
May we encourage and lift up one another, and call upon others for help. May we
be renewed in spirit, O God, and look to Jesus Christ, the perfector of our faith,
who lived as one of us, died as one of us, but lives again so that all may have
eternal love and life. It is in Christ’s name we pray. Amen.
KYRIE ‘Blessed Quietness’ refrain No. 267
Blessed quietness, holy quietness, what assurance in my soul. On the stormy sea,
Jesus speaks to me, and the billows cease to roll.
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE 1 Corinthians 1:1-9Watch
(please stand as you are able)
*RECEIVING AND SHARING GOD’S LOVE
(by handshake, embrace, or with hands folded)
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
*GLORIA
A READING FROM THE OLD TESTAMENT Isaiah 49:1-7
ANTHEM ‘Healing River’ Fred HellermanWatch
Oh healing river, send down your waters upon this land. Send down your waters to
wash the blood from off the sand. Oh healing river, no seed is growing in this barren
ground. The land is parching. This land is thirsting.
Oh healing river, send your waters down. Let the seed of freedom awake and flourish.
Let the deep roots nourish. Let the tall stalks rise. Proud leaves uncurling against the
skies.
Oh healing river send down your waters. Send down your waters upon this land. Send
down your waters to wash the blood from off the sand; to wash the land.
A READING FROM THE GOSPELS John 1:29-42Watch
SERMON Acting Associate Minister, Ann-Marie Illsley
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy
will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and
forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into
temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and
the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OF GOD
OFFERTORY ‘Every Time I Feel the Spirit’ TraditionalWatch
Every time I feel the spirit moving in my heart I will pray.
Upon that mountain, my Lord spoke, our of God’s mouth came fire and smoke. All
around me looks so fine, ask my Lord if all was mine.
Every time I feel the spirit moving in my heart I will pray.
Jordan River chilly and cold, chills the body, not the soul. Ain’t but one train on this
track, runs to heaven and right back.
Every time I feel the spirit moving in my heart I will pray.
I have heartache, I have woe, I have trouble here below. While God leads me I’ll not
fear, I am sheltered by God’s care.
Every time I feel the spirit moving in my heart I will pray.
*DOXOLOGY ‘I’m So Glad, Jesus Lifted Me’ No. 529
I’m so glad, Jesus lifted me
I’m so glad, Jesus lifted me
I’m so glad, Jesus lifted me
Singing glory, hallelujah! Jesus lifted me.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ‘Down by the Riverside’ No. 673
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTIONWatch
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC
Three Spirituals
‘We Shall Overcome’ arr. by William F. Smith
‘Kum Ba Yah’ arr. by Jerry Ray
‘I’ve Got Peace Like a River’ arr. by Jerry Ray
Serving Today:
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Gini Hathaway, Lay Reader
Chris Madden, Hospitality Team Leader
9:55 a.m. January 12, 2020 Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us through the word with The Children, then may be excused to their program. There is nursery care available throughout the service, and a crying room for those who become inconsolable.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Sue Koza, Vice ModeratorWatch
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN ‘O God, Our Help in Ages Past’ No. 67
CALL TO WORSHIP: (from Psalm 29)
Leader: Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings,
ALL: ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.
Leader: Ascribe to the Lord the glory of God’s name;
ALL: worship the Lord in holy splendor.
Leader: May the Lord give strength to God’s people!
ALL: May the Lord bless God’s people with peace!
INTROIT ‘Woke Up this Morning’ Traditional
A READING FROM THE HEBREW SCRIPTURES Isaiah 42:1-6
Lay Reader: Adam Mitchell
MISSIONS MOMENTWatch
A WORD WITH THE CHILDREN: Interim Ann-Marie IllsleyWatch
SINGING THE CHILDREN OUT ‘This Little Light of Mine’
*Asterisk indicates all who are able may stand
Bold print indicates congregational response
PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION (in unison)
We are precious in your sight, yet we often forget that we are your beloved. We confess that our love can be fickle and inconstant. We follow selfish goals and deny that our way of life harms others and hurts your world. We are sorry and want to change. Create in us a clean heart, strengthen our resolve, reconcile us one to another, and bless us with your peace. Amen.
KYRIE ‘Blessed Quietness’ refrain No. 267
Blessed quietness, holy quietness, what assurance in my soul. On the stormy sea, Jesus speaks to me, and the billows cease to roll.
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE Acts 10: 34 and 43
(please stand as you are able)
*RECEIVING AND SHARING GOD’S LOVE
(by handshake, embrace, or with hands folded)
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
*GLORIA ‘Arise, Shine; for Your Light Has Come’
Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you. The Lord will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory.
THE STORY OF THE BAPTISM OF JESUS Matthew 3:13-17Watch
SERMON Rev. Katrina ClintonWatch
ANTHEM ‘Precious Lord, Take My Hand’ Rev. Thomas Dorsey, arr. Ed LojeskiWatch
When my way grows drear, precious Lord linger near when my life is almost gone. Hear my cry, hear my call, hold my hand lest I fall. Take my hand precious Lord, lead me home. Precious Lord, take my hand, lead me on, let me stand. I’m tired, I’m weak, I’m worn. Through the storm, through the night, lead me on to the light. Take my hand precious Lord, lead me home. When the darkness appears and the night draws near and the day is past and gone. At the river I stand guide my feet, hold my hand. Take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home.
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OF GODWatch
OFFERTORY ‘Trouble!’ Traditional, arr. Sally Albrecht
Trouble! Soon I will be done with the trouble! Wade in the water, children. God’s gonna trouble the water. See that band all dressed in red. Must be the ones that Moses led. No more weepin’ and awailin’, I’m going to live with God.
*DOXOLOGY ‘All People That On Earth Do Dwell’ vs 2 No. 18
Know that there is one God, indeed, who fashions us without our aid, who claims, us, gives us all we need, whose tender care will never fade.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ‘Called As Partners in Christ’s Service’ No. 453
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTION
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSICWatch
Serving Today:
Rev. Katrina Clinton
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Adam Mitchell, Lay Reader
Loren Stott, Hospitality Team Leader
9:55 a.m. January 5, 2020Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us until after the word, then may be excused to their program. There is nursery care available throughout the service, and a crying room for those who become inconsolable.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Barry Shelley, Moderator
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN ‘Go, Tell It on the Mountain’ No. 167
GATHERING PRAYER
A WORD: EPIPHANYWatch
(following the word, the children will be excused to their program)
PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION (in unison)
Merciful God, Light of the world, we confess that we have not been as kind nor as generous as you would ask us to be. We ask your forgiveness and ask that we be awakened, that we may shine with the light of your grace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
KYRIE ‘It Is Well With My Soul’ vs 1 No. 561
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE
*RECEIVING AND SHARING GOD’S LOVE
(by handshake, embrace, or with hands folded)
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
*GLORIA ‘Clap Your Hands’ No. 38
Clap your hands, all you people, shout unto God with a voice of triumph!
Clap your hands, all you people; shout unto God with a voice of praise!
Hosanna! Hosanna!, Shout unto God with a voice of triumph!
Praise God! Praise God! Shout unto God with a voice of praise!
*Asterisk indicates all who are able may stand
Bold print indicates congregational response
A READING FROM THE OLD TESTAMENT Isaiah 60:1-6 Rev. Katrina ClintonWatch
A READING FROM THE GOSPEL OF JOHN John 1:1-5 Kate Howard
A READING FROM THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW Matthew 2:1-12
SERMON Rev. Patricia HayesWatch
ANTHEM ‘We Are One’ Brian TateWatch
When we walk, when we sleep, when we rise, we are one. When we laugh, when we sing, when we cry, when we run, we are one. And we shall love one another with all our hearts. And we shall care for each other with all our soul and our might. When we stand when we fall, when we rise we are one. In the cold, in the heat, in the dark, in the sun we are one. And we shall love one another with all our hearts. And we shall care for each other with all our soul and our might. When we’re hurting one another, that’s the way we hurt ourselves, with our sisters and our brothers we will rise. And we do and we try we must live or we die. We will reach, we will climb, we will rise, we will fly, we are one. And these words shall be forever within our hearts, And we shall teach them to our children, and remember them in our lives. When we walk, when we sleep, when we rise, we are one, when we laugh, when we sing, when we cry, when we run, we are strong, we belong, we are one!
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OF GODWatch
OFFERTORY ‘Woke Up This Morning’ Traditional Spiritual
*DOXOLOGY ‘All Creatures of Our God and King’ vs 4 No. 22
And all forgiven tender hearts, forgiving others, take your part, sing praises, Alleluia! You who long pain and sorrow bear, praise God, who knows your ev’ry care. O praise
God, O praise God, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ‘The First Noel’ verses 3 & 5 No. 151
(the children will return from their program)
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
THE COMMUNION PRAYERWatch
God be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to God.
Let us give thanks to God Most High.
It is right to give God thanks and praise.
It is indeed right to give you our thanks and praise, O God…
Therefore, with all who love and serve you in heaven and on earth, we raise our voices:
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
PRAYER OF CONSECRATION
SHARING THE BREAD AND CUP
(We will receive the communion by coming forward. Please signal an usher if you would prefer to be served in your seat. Our table is open to all. Gluten-free wafers are available in the small dish for those who need them.)
COMMUNION MUSIC ‘A Place at the Table’ Lori True/Shirley Erena MurrayWatch
For everyone born, a place at the table, for everyone born, clean water and bread, a shelter, a space, a safe place for growing, for everyone born, a star overhead.
(Refrain) And God will delight when we are creators of justice and joy, yes, God will delight when we are creators of justice and joy!
For young and for old, a place at the table, a voice to be heard, a part in the song, the hands of a child in hands that are wrinkled, for young and for old, the right to belong.
(Refrain)
For gay and for straight, a place at the table, a covenant shared, a welcoming space, a rainbow of race and gender and color, for gay and for straight, the chalice of grace.
(Refrain)
Also…..
Impromptu in Ab, Op. 142, No. 2. Franz Schubert (1797-1828)Watch
RESPONSIVE PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
You have given yourself to us, Lord.
Now we give ourselves to others.
Your love has made us a new people.
As a people of love we will serve you with joy.
Your glory has filled our hearts.
Help us to glorify you in all things. Amen.
PRESENTATIONS
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*HYMN ‘Great Is Thy Faithfulness’ No. 86
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTIONWatch
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC
Serving Today:
Rev. Patricia Hayes, Senior Minister
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Audrey Jones, Hospitality Team Leader
9:55 a.m. December 29, 2019Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us throughout the service. There is nursery care available throughout the service, and a crying room for those who become inconsolable.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Barry Shelley, Moderator
*HYMN ‘Good Christian Friends Rejoice’ No. 164
GATHERING PRAYER
THE FIRST READING Isaiah 63:7-9 Lay Reader: Alice FarnsworthWatch
REFLECTING ON THE YEAR ABOUT TO PASS
What three things brought you the most joy in the past year?
PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION (together)
Gracious God, as we come to the close of the year, guide us to be reconciled with ourselves, with our families, with our neighbors, and with you. Guide us in the ways of peace. For the things we have done, and the things we have left undone, we ask forgiveness. Amen.
KYRIE recording of Nancy Davis singing ‘Balm in Gilead’ with the choir
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE (please stand)
*PASSING THE PEACE
Leader: The peace of Christ be with you
People: and also with you
*GLORIA ‘Angels We Have Heard On High’ refrain No. 155
Gloria in excelsis Deo! Gloria in excelsis Deo!
THE SECOND READING Hebrews 2:10-18 Lay Reader: Jan HowardWatch
REFLECTING ON THIS MOMENT
What three things do you appreciate right now?
HYMN ‘What Child Is This’ No. 162
THE GOSPEL READING Matthew 2:13-23Watch
REFLECTING ON THE COMING YEAR
What three things do you hope for, plan for, pray for in the coming year?
HYMN ‘Twas in the Moon of Wintertime’ No. 166
HOMILY Rev. Patricia HayesWatch
SOLO ‘I Wonder as I Wander’ Alisa Cassola, soloist Appalachian Christmas CarolWatch
I wonder as I wander out under the sky,
How Jesus the Savior did come for to die.
For poor on’ry people like you and like I…
I wonder as I wander out under the sky.
When Mary birthed Jesus ’twas in a cow’s stall,
With wise men and farmers and shepherds and all.
But high from God’s heaven a star’s light did fall,
And the promise of ages it then did recall.
If Jesus had wanted for any wee thing,
A star in the sky, or a bird on the wing,
Or all of God’s angels in heav’n for to sing,
He surely could have it, ’cause he was the King.
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERTORY ‘Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming’ German CarolWatch
(words found in hymn #160) arr. by Michael Praetorius (1609)
*DOXOLOGY ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’
What can I offer, poor as I am?
If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb;
If I were a wise one, I would do my part;
But what I can, I offer – all my heart.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ‘Joy to the World’ No 143
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTION
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC ‘Auld Lang Syne’Watch
Traditional Scottish folk tune/Text by Robert Burns arr. by F.J. Haydn
Alisa Cassola and Sylvia Berry
Rev. Patricia Hayes, Senior Minister
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Beth Eaton, Hospitality Team Leader
9:55 a.m. December 22, 2019 Watch
Welcome! As you arrive, please feel free to light a prayer candle in the chapel area to the right side of the sanctuary. The children will be with us throughout the service. Nursery care is available throughout the service, and there is also a crying room at the back of the sanctuary should your child become inconsolable.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
WORDS OF WELCOME Barry Shelley, Moderator
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN ‘Hark! The Herald Angels Sing’ No. 150
CALL TO WORSHIPWatch
Leader: It is the fourth Sunday of Advent. For this hour, for this moment we are holding on to the waiting, holding on to the preparation.
ALL: Christmas is coming, and it is coming soon.
Leader: Tonight we will celebrate the birth, but for this hour, for this moment, we create space for love.
ALL: Love comes down at Christmas, love fills our hearts and sometimes breaks our hearts.
Leader: So we gather to worship, with hearts full and broken, and we gather to prepare for the coming of our Lord. Let us begin our worship time on this, the fourth Sunday of Advent.
INTROIT ‘A Gospel Song of Peace’ Sally K. AlbrechtWatch
LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE: A Prayer for Love
CHANCEL RINGERS ‘The Little Drummer Boy’ Katerine K. Davis arr. Henry SimeoneWatch
Chancel Ringers: Doug Anderson, Carol Bradford, BIll Cockshaw, Jill Larson,
Leigh-Ann Larson, Leo Larson, Sharon Quesnel, Murray Kidd
PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION (together)
Holy One, on this fourth Sunday of Advent, we remember the Word made flesh, God and humanity joined as one. We celebrate that Jesus revealed you to us more than any other human being before or since. Like Jesus, we are fully human and we seek to be more like him, to be more open to you and to be filled with your Holy Spirit that we might follow in your way. Lord, we are sorry that we have not always acted like your sons and daughters, we have been selfish and strayed from the path, forgive us. Lord, we are sorry that we have not always been beacons of light in a world of darkness, forgive us. Lord, restore us into full relationship as your sons and daughters, may we know and accept your forgiveness, that is so freely offered and help us to be all that . we can be, all that we were created to be. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
KYRIE ‘What Child Is This’ verse 1 No. 162
What Child is this who, laid to rest, on Mary’s lap is sleeping?
Whom angels greet with anthem sweet, while shepherds watch are keeping? This, this is Christ the King, whom shepherds guard and angels sing; Haste, haste to bring him laud, the Babe, the Son of Mary.
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE (please stand)
*PASSING THE PEACE
Leader: The peace of Christ be with you
People: and also with you
*GLORIA ‘Emmanuel, Emmanuel’ No. 134
Emmanuel, Emmanuel, his name is called Emmanuel.
God with us, revealed in us, his name is called Emmanuel.
THE CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Jesus’ Christmas Party Watch
Based on the story “Jesus’ Christmas Party” by Nicholas Allan.
The congregation is invited to join in singing hymns during the pageant
144 O Little Town of Bethlehem vs. 1
158 Her Baby, Newly Breathing vs. 1
151 The First Noel vs. 2
149 Angels From the Realms of Glory vs. 2
172 We Three Kings vs. 1
155 Angels We Have Heard on High vs. 1
PAGEANT SONG ‘Go Tell It On the Mountain’
Soloists: Levi Swisher-Rosa, Jessica Gross, Angeliza Campbell
A READING FROM THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW 1:18 -25Watch
HOMILY Rev. Patricia Hayes
ANTHEM ‘O Come to Set Us Free’ VENI EMMANUEL, arr. Mary McDonaldWatch
Come, o come, our Savior Messiah, Hallelujah. Come to set us free.
We await Your holy birth, Jesus, Light of the World; King of Kings and
Lord of lords, come to set us free.
Prince of Peace, He is God, our Redeemer; Come to set us free, hallelujah!
Glory to the Son of God, Light and Life of the World: King of Kings and
Lord of lords, come to set us free.
O come, o come Emmanuel. Come to set us free. Emmanuel!
RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERSWatch
Pastor: Do you promise to participate in the life and mission of this family of God’s people, sharing regularly in the worship of God and enlisting in the work of this local church as it serves this community and the world? (I do) Congregational Affirmation: We welcome you with joy in the common life of this church. We promise you our friendship and prayers as we share the hopes and labors of the church of Jesus Christ. By the power of the Holy Spirit may we continue to grow together in God’s knowledge and love and be witnesses of our risen Savior.
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERTORY ‘Gospel Magnificat’ Patti DrennanWatch
My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God, my savior. He has seen in me a humble servant. Now generations will call me blessed, for God has done great things for me, and holy is His name. He gave food to the hungry with food to eat and banished all the rich away. The promise of His mercy fills me with joy today!
*DOXOLOGY ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’
What can I offer, poor as I am?
If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb;
If I were a wise one, I would do my part;
But what I can, I offer – all my heart.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ‘Good Christian Friends, Rejoice’ No. 164
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTIONWatch
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC
Participating in today’s service are:
Rev. Patricia Hayes, Senior Minister
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Joyce Carroll, Hospitality Team Leader
9:55 a.m. December 15, 2019Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us until after the passing of the peace, then may be excused for pageant rehearsal. There is nursery care available throughout the service, and a crying room for those who become inconsolable.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Barry Shelley, Moderator
*HYMN ‘Christians All, Your Lord is Coming’ No. 136
GATHERING PRAYER
INTROIT ‘O Come to Set Us Free’ Mary McDonald
LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE: JoyWatch
Reader One: On this third Sunday of Advent, as we think about the coming of Jesus Christ, we light the candle of joy.
Reader Two: When Christ comes into our lives, He brings the fullness of joy. He anoints our hearts with the oil of gladness.
Reader One: When Jesus was born, the angels said that His coming was good news of great joy for all people.
Reader Two: Because Christ has come to us,
we can live every day in the joy of the Lord.
Praise to His name!
*Asterisk indicates all who are able may stand
Bold print indicates congregational response
YOUTH CHOIRWatch
*RECEIVING AND SHARING GOD’S LOVE
(by handshake or embrace or with hands clasped or folded)
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
(during the passing of the Peace, the children may be excused to pageant rehearsal)
*GLORIA ‘Angels We Have Heard On High’ refrain No. 155
Gloria in excelsis Deo! Gloria in excelsis Deo!
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
HYMN ‘Emmanuel, Emmanuel’ No. 134Watch
Emmanuel, Emmanuel, his name is called Emmanuel.
God with us, revealed in us, his name is called Emmanuel.
A SEQUENCE OF LESSONS AND CAROLS
BIDDING PRAYER (Original Bidding Prayer (1880))
Let us begin our sequence of lessons and carols with the original bidding prayer, starting with those on the pulpit side:
Pulpit Side: Beloved in Christ, at this Christmas-tide let it be our care and delight to hear again the message of the angels, and in heart and mind to go even unto Bethlehem and see this thing which is come to pass, and the Babe lying in the manger.
Eagle Side: Therefore let us read and mark in Holy Scripture the tale of the loving purposes of God from the first days of our disobedience unto the glorious redemption brought us by this Holy Child.
Pulpit Side: But first, let us pray for the needs of the whole world; for peace on earth and goodwill among all God’s people.
Eagle Side: And because this would rejoice God’s heart, let us remember, in God’s name, the poor and helpless, the cold, the hungry, and the oppressed; the sick and them that mourn, the lonely and the unloved, the aged and the little children.
Pulpit Side: Lastly, let us remember before God all those who rejoice with us, but upon another shore, and in a greater light, that multitude which no one can number, whose hope was in the Word made flesh, and with whom in the Lord Jesus we are one for evermore.
All: These prayers and praises let us humbly offer up to the Throne of Heaven.
THE FIRST READINGWatch
Isaiah 35:1-10 Bob Cutting
*HYMN ‘Awake! Awake, and Greet the New Morn’ No. 138
THE SECOND READING
Psalm 146:5-10 Sharon Quesnel
*HYMN ‘People, Look East’ No. 142
THE THIRD READING
Luke 1:46b-55 Rev. Katrina Clinton
HYMN (remain seated) ‘It Came Upon the Midnight Clear’ No. 153
THE FOURTH READING
James 5:7-10 Adam Mitchell
HYMN (remain seated) ‘Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming’ No. 160
THE FIFTH READING
Matthew 11:2-11 Rev. Patricia Hayes
ANTHEM ‘Carol for Advent’ Don Besig (ASCAP)Watch
Amid the winter’s cold embrace, clothed in a shroud of white, an anxious world in silence waits through the dark of night. As the lonely song of a dove echoes across the sky above, we can feel the moment is near; soon the Child of Peace will appear. What child is this the world awaits with quiet expectation? When will He come, the promised one, to bring us peace and salvation? Raise, raise your prayers on high, prepare His way, the time is nigh. Come, come, Emmanuel, O Child of Love and Peace. The air grows colder, the light grows dim, dark’ning the sky above. But soon the chill of the winter wind will warm with God’s gift of love. And a star will brighten the sky; songs of joy will echo on high! We will know the moment is here; the Child of Love and Peace will appear.
HOMILY Ann-Marie IllsleyWatch
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OF GODWatch
OFFERTORY ‘O Come, O Come Emmanuel‘
Words found in hymn No. 119 15th Century French Melody, arr. Thomas Helmore
*DOXOLOGY ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’
What can I offer, poor as I am If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb If I were a wise one, I would do my part, But what I can, I offer – all my heart.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ‘Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence’ No. 124
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTIONWatch
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC
Serving Today:
Rev. Patricia Hayes, Senior Minister
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
David Wilcox, Hospitality Team Leader
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Full order of service here
9:55 a.m. December 1, 2019 Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us until the passing of the peace, then may go to their classes. They will return for communion. There is nursery care available throughout the service, and a crying room for those who become inconsolable.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Barry Shelley, Moderator
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN ‘O Come, O Come, Emmanuel’ No. 119
LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE Hope
Leader: Holy One, the season of hope is upon us:
All: hope for the future; hope for the promise; hope for all that is to be.
Leader; Receive our worship this day, and as we light our first candle we pray that we may live and worship you in hope. Amen.
INTROIT ‘Christmas Is Coming’ Joel RaneyWatch
Christmas is coming, let the church bells ring! People celebratin’ the birth of a King. Shoutin’ Hosanna till the heavens ring. Christmas is comin’, let the church bells ring! Christmas is comin’, Mary’s baby boy, bringin’ us a message of comfort and joy. Glory hallelujah, what a wonderful thing. Christmas is comin’, let the church bells ring!
PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION
KYRIE ‘Prepare the Way of the Lord’ No. 121
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE
*RECEIVING AND SHARING GOD’S LOVE
(by handshake, embrace, or with hands folded)
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
(the children may be excused to their classes)
*Asterisk indicates all who are able may stand
Bold print indicates congregational response
*GLORIA ‘Prepare the Way of the Lord’ No. 121
PSALM 122 Judy CopleyWatch
A READING FROM THE LETTERS OF PAUL Romans 13:11-14 Jeff Illsley
A READING FROM THE GOSPELS Matthew 24:36-44
SERMON Rev. Patricia Hayes
WELCOMING A NEW MEMBERWatch
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OF GODWatch
OFFERTORY ‘Open the Eyes of My Heart Lord’ Paul Baloche
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord. I want to see you. I want to see you high and lifted up, shining on the light of your glory; pour out your pow’r and love, and we sing, “Holy, holy, holy.”
*DOXOLOGY ‘Emmanuel, Emmanuel’ No. 134
Emmanuel, Emmanuel, his name is called Emmanuel.
God with us, revealed in us, his name is called Emmanuel.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION AND DEDICATION OF THE PLEDGES
*SONG ‘Emmanuel, Emmanuel’ (as above)
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
THE COMMUNION PRAYER
God be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to God.
Let us give thanks to God Most High.
It is right to give God thanks and praise.
It is indeed right to give you our thanks and praise, O God…
Therefore, with all who love and serve you in heaven and on earth, we raise our voices:
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
PRAYER OF CONSECRATION
SHARING THE BREAD AND CUP
(We will pass the communion plates in the pews. Our table is open to all. Please pass the tray to the center of the pew. The person in the center may take a piece of the bread and dip it in the grape juice. Then take the tray and serve the next person, returning the tray to the deacon. Gluten-free wafers are available in the small dish for those who need them.)
COMMUNION MUSIC ‘Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silent’ Gustav Holst (1874-1934)Watch
Let all mortal flesh keep silence, And with fear and trembling stand; Ponder nothing earthly minded, For with blessing in His hand, Christ our God to earth descending Comes our homage to demand. King of kings, yet born of Mary, As of old on earth He stood, Lord of lords, in human vesture, In the body and the blood; He will give to all the faithful His own self for
heavenly food. Rank on rank the host of heaven Spreads its vanguard on the way, As the Light of light descendeth From the realms of endless day, Comes the powers of hell to vanquish As the darkness clears away.
RESPONSIVE PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
You have given yourself to us, Lord.
Now we give ourselves to others.
Your love has made us a new people.
As a people of love we will serve you with joy.
Your glory has filled our hearts.
Help us to glorify you in all things. Amen.
*HYMN ‘Because He Lives’ No. 562
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTION
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC
Hungarian Dance No. 5 in G minor. J. Brahms (1833 – 1897) Lillian Parrella, organ
(Lillian is the granddaughter of Dick and Sandra Hill. She resides in New York City)
Serving Today:
Rev. Patricia Hayes, Senior Minister
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Lisa Landerholm, Hospitality Team Leader
Click on the “Watch” link to watch video of service starting at that point in the order of worship.
Full Order of Worship here.
9:55 a.m. November 17, 2019 Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us through the baptism, then may be excused to Sunday School. There is nursery care available throughout the service, and a crying room at the back of the sanctuary for those who become inconsolable. Additionally, for a quieter space, audio of the service is in the library, just outside the sanctuary.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Sylvia Berry, Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Barry Shelley, Moderator
*HYMN ‘Bring Many Names’ No. 10
GATHERING PRAYER
INTROIT ‘Give Thanks’ Henry Smith
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Watch
Being baptized today: Mark Hayes and Dylan Macnair, great grandsons of Glenna Paananen
QUESTIONS FOR BAPTISM
Do you desire to be baptized? We do
Do you promise to be Christ’s disciple, follow Christ’s way, resist evil and oppression, and witness to Christ’s work and word? We do
*Asterisk indicates all who are able may stand
Bold print indicates congregational response
*CONGREGATIONAL ASSENT (please rise)
Do you who witness and celebrate this sacrament promise your love, support, and care to these young men about to be baptized, as they live and grow in Christ? We do
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (remain standing)
Pastor: Let us unite with the church in all times and places in confessing our faith in the triune God. Do you believe in God?
PEOPLE: I believe in God.
Pastor: Do you believe in Jesus Christ?
PEOPLE: I believe in Jesus Christ.
Pastor: Do you believe in the Holy Spirit?
PEOPLE: I believe in the Holy Spirit.
BAPTISMAL PRAYER
Christ be with you.
And also with you.
ACT OF BAPTISM Watch
PRAYER FOR THE BAPTIZED (in unison)
We give you thanks Holy God, mother and father of all the faithful, for Mark and Dylan who are today washed in the water of Baptism. Embrace us all as sons and daughters in the one household of your love. Grant us grace to receive, value, love, support, nurture and befriend this new member of the body of Christ.
*PASSING THE PEACE
Leader: The peace of Christ be with you
People: and also with you
*GLORIA ‘Let the Whole Creation Cry’ vs 1 No. 21
Let the whole creation cry, Alleluia!
Glory be to God on high! Alleluia!
Sun and moon lift up your voice, Alleluia!
Night and stars, in God rejoice, Alleluia!
A READING FROM THE GOSPEL Luke 21:5-19 Watch
SERMON Ann-Marie Illsley
WITNESS Katrina Clinton
A READING OF THE NAMES OF THOSE TRANSGENDER PERSONS WHO WERE MURDERED IN 2019 Doug Anderson Watch
ANTHEM ‘On River Jordan’s Banks Stand’ Traditional, arr. Rigdon M. McIntosh Watch
On River Jordan’s banks I stand and cast a wishful eye upon the fair and happy land where my possessions lie. I am bound for the promised land, Oh, who will come and go with me? There generous fruits that never fail on trees immortal grow. There rocks and hills and brooks and vales with milk and honey flow Filled with delight, my raptured soul can here no longer stay. Though Jordan’s waves around me roll, fearless I’ll sail away.
MORNING PRAYERS
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERTORY ‘Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley’ Traditional,
Koza, soloist arr. Wallace HornbrookWatch
Jesus walked this lonesome valley, He had to walk it by Himself, Oh, nobody else could walk it for Him, He had to walk it by Himself.
We must walk this lonesome valley, we have to walk it by ourselves, Oh, nobody else can walk it for us, we have to walk it by ourselves. You must go and stand your trial, you have to stand it by yourself, Oh, nobody else can
stand it for you, you have to walk it by yourself.
*DOXOLOGY ‘Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow’ No. 50
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise God, the source of all our gifts!
Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts!
Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN ‘Help Us Accept Each Other’ No. 487
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTION
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC
Immediately following worship is a congregational meeting. All are invited to stay, members may vote.
Serving Today:
Rev. Patricia Hayes, Senior Minister
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Sylvia Berry, Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Lorraine Wilcox, Hospitality Team Leader
9:55 a.m. November 3, 2019 Watch
Welcome to worship! As you settle in for worship, please feel free to light a candle of prayer in the chapel area (right side of sanctuary). The children will be with us through the Blessing of the Children. There is nursery care available throughout the service, and a crying room at the back of the sanctuary for those who become inconsolable. Additionally, for a quieter space, audio of the service is in the library, just outside the sanctuary.
RINGING OF THE CHIMES Yukiko Oba, Guest Organist
GREETING & ANNOUNCEMENTS Sue Koza, Vice Moderator
Church Warrant – Church wide budget meeting Watch
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN ‘For All the Saints’ (verses 1-3) No. 637
GATHERING PRAYER AND BLESSING OF THE CHILDREN Watch
(the children may be excused to their program following the blessing)
INTROIT ‘I’ve Got Peace Like a River’ Traditional
PSALM 149 Lay Reader: Bill Cockshaw Watch
GOSPEL READING Luke 6:20-31
SERMON Rev. Patricia Hayes
MORNING PRAYERS Watch
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
CALL FOR OFFERINGS
*Asterisk indicates all who are able may stand
Bold print indicates congregational response
OFFERTORY ‘The Lone Wild Bird’ PROSPECT, Traditional Watch
Alisa Cassola, soloist arr. David N. Johnson
The lone wild bird in lofty flight is still with thee, nor leaves thy sight. And I am thine! I rest in thee. Great Spirit, come, and rest in me. The ends of earth are in thy hand, the sea’s dark deep and far off land. And I am thine! I rest in thee. Great Spirit, come and rest in me. The lone, wild bird in lofty flight is still with thee, nor leaves thy sight.
*DOXOLOGY ‘Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow’ No. 50 Watch
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION OF OFFERINGS
*PASSING OF THE PEACE (by handshake, hug, or wave)
Leader: The peace of Christ be with you!
People: And also with you.
*HYMN ‘It Is Well With My Soul’ No. 561
(the children will rejoin us for the Remembrance and Communion)
ALL SAINTS REMEMBRANCE Watch
*READING OF THE NAMES OF THOSE WHO HAVE DIED
Readers: Jeff Illsley and Jan Howard
(after we have read the names, if you would like to add the name of a loved one who was not listed who died since the last All Souls Day, please do so)
*UNISON PRAYER
Holy God, on this day we remember and honor, your faithful servants. Hold these precious people in your eternal heart, O God. We thank you for them, and for all those who have entrusted their lives to Jesus and followed him as faithful disciples. We want to learn from their trusting, their loving and serving, their willingness to suffer for him in sharing his mission on earth. May their spirits testify to us this day, that we may go forward into the future owning the faith and courage we have inherited. Amen.
ANTHEM ‘Ubi Caritas’ A. Gregory Murray Watch
Where true love and kindness are found, God himself is there. Now the love of Christ has gathered us together, let us then rejoice, be glad in him
forever, fear the Lord, yet love him, God the everlasting, Let us love each other with a love unceasing. We are of one body, therefore when we gather, let no strife or discord our true friendship sever, may no evil action, word or thought divide us, may the Lord our God be every hear beside us. Grant us, Lord, we pray you, in your love so tender, that with all the saints we see you in your spendour; may we share in heaven perfect joy unfailing, where you reign supreme in majesty unending.
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION Watch
INVITATION
PRAYER OF RECONCILIATION (in unison)
When we wander from your path, forgive us, Loving God. When we forget to care for other, forgive us, Loving God. When we lose our faith or misplace hope, forgive us, Loving God.
KYRIE (refrain of ‘It is Well With My Soul’)
It is well (it is well) – it is well (it is well), it is well, it is well with my soul.
*WORDS OF ASSURANCE
*THE COMMUNION PRAYER
God be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to God.
Let us give thanks to God Most High.
It is right to give God thanks and praise.
It is indeed right to give you our thanks and praise, O God…Therefore, with all who love and serve you in heaven and on earth, we raise our voices:
(please be seated)
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
PRAYER OF CONSECRATION
SHARING THE BREAD AND CUP
Our communion table is open to all who wish a closer relationship with Jesus. Today we will receive in our pews. Please pass the tray to the center of your pew, then serve one another, offering the tray to the next person so that they may take a piece of the bread, dip it in the grape juice, and eat. Please use this time for silent prayer.
COMMUNION MUSIC ‘The Call’ Ralph Vaughan Williams Watch
arr. K. McChesney
Chancel Ringers: Doug Anderson, Carol Bradford, Bill Cockshaw, Jilliann Larson, Leigh-Ann Larson, Leo Larson, Sharon Quesnel – Murray Kidd, director
Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life: Such a Way, as gives us breath:
Such a Truth, as ends all strife: Such a Life, as killeth death. Come, my Light, my Feast, my Strength: Such a Light, as shows a feast: Such a Feast, as mends in length: Such a Strength, as makes his guest. Come, my Joy, my Love, my Heart: Such a Joy, as none can move: Such a Love, as none can part: Such a Heart, as joyes in love.
RESPONSIVE PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING Watch
You have given yourself to us, Lord.
Now we give ourselves to others.
Your love has made us a new people.
As a people of love we will serve you with joy.
Your glory has filled our hearts.
Help us to glorify you in all things. Amen.
*CLOSING HYMN ‘For All the Saints’ (verses 4-5) No. 637
*COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTION
(please be seated for the closing music)
CLOSING MUSIC
Serving Today:
Rev. Patricia Hayes, Senior Minister
Ann-Marie Illsley, Acting Associate Minister
Murray Kidd, Music Director
Alisa Cassola, Soloist
Sylvia Berry, Organist
Yukiko Oba, Guest Organist
David Wilcox, Sign Language
Loren Stott, Sign Language
Kelly Deyoe, Hospitality Team Leader
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