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Let us enter in silence, wait in prayer,
Worship in Reverence
ORDER OF WORSHIP
SUNDAY JULY 18TH, 2010 at 10:30 A.M.
"WE APPROACH GOD…
Organ Prelude
Entry of the Bible
Call to Worship
*HYMN #73 "TO GOD BE THE GLORY!" (with chorus)
Welcome & Announcements
Opening Prayer and Lord's Prayer (debts/debtors)
*HYMN #195("Sing!") "FOR ALL THE SAINTS WHO SHOWED
YOUR LOVE"
…TO LISTEN TO AND REFLECT ON HIS WORD…
Responsive Reading: 638 from Book of Praise (from Psalm 51)
Scripture Readings: Colossians 1 : 15 - 28 (p.883/1327)
St. Luke 10 : 38 - 42 (p.735/1172)
Scripture Response: "Lord, Thy word abideth,
And our footsteps guideth
Who its truth believeth.
Light and joy receiveth." Amen
*HYMN #243 "JESUS, THE VERY THOUGHT OF THEE"
Preaching of the Word:
"THE TWO SIDES OF THE COIN!"
…AND TO RESPOND IN FAITH AND SERVICE."
Worship with Tithes and Offerings Music: "Air" - Bach
*Doxology (#603 in Book of Praise)
*Prayer of Dedication
Prayers of Thanks and for Others
*HYMN #437 "TAKE TIME TO BE HOLY,"
*Benediction and Threefold Amen
Organ Postlude
*ALL WHO ARE ABLE, PLEASE STAND
Minister:………………………………….....Rev. Robert Kerr
Clerk of Session.……………………….….Mr. Mac Taylor
Organist …………………………………….Mrs. Edith Tutiah
Choir Director:……………………………. Mrs. Marj Parton
Chairman - Board of Managers…………Mr. Bill Macmillan
Church Secretary:…………………………Mrs. Carol Van Ek
We welcome all those who are visiting with us this morning. If you are searching for a new church home, we would be pleased to have you as part of this church family. We draw your attention to the envelopes in the pews for your convenience.
As we prepare for worship, we encourage everyone to be as quiet as they can in the Sanctuary that we may begin to focus on the presence, inspiration, and encouragement of God in our midst.
This morningyour greeters are Joyce & David Robertson, the announcements will be reviewed by Nancy Howlett, andthe Scripture Lessons will be read by Len DeBruin.
To help you :
· Large Print editions of the Bulletin, the Book of Praise, Living Faith and the Bible are available in the Vestibule.
· Our Sanctuary has a Hearing Loop, use the T switch on your hearing aid;
· Our facility is a Fragrance Free building as strong scents can affect others;
· For those with mobility issues we have an automatic door opener on the front door of the building.
· Tapes of today's service will be available in the Library each Tuesday morning. For regular requests see Bob Luffman after Worship or call him at 250-248-6582.
Following worship, everyone is invited into the Mahood Hall for coffee, tea and fellowship. Please stay and share this time together. Volunteers are always needed to host this event, please sign up on the sheet in the Mahood Hall. Hosts of today's Coffee Hour are Thelma Hopkins & Helen Waller.
Lectionary readings for next Sunday: Hosea 1 2 - 10; Psalm 85; Colossians 2 : 6 - 15 (16 - 19); Luke 11 : 1 - 13.
For the month of July our Secretary Carol Van Ek will be in the Church Office on Thursday and Friday mornings. The office will still be open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Everyone is invited to join us every Tuesday at 10:00 am in the Lounge for Coffee Hour. It is great fellowship and lots of fun. If you are able to host a "coffee hour" in July or August please sign up in the Mahood Hall.
Taxi Service The Outreach Committee is pleased to offer this service for people who need a means of transportation and wish to attend regular Sunday worship and other church events e.g. special services or Memorial Services. For more information or to register for the service please contact the office.
Jim Crawford and Don Howlett are both riding in the Island Trail Ride Against Cancer on August 21st. If you would like to sponsor these boys there will be a sign up sheet in the Mahood Hall.
Mildred & John Jennings would like to thank everyone for their concern and prayers at this difficult time in their lives. They have received many beautiful cards and are very touched by your sentiments. Mildred has sent an email with more details and it is on the bulletin board in the Mahood Hall.
40th Anniversary of St. Columba - September 12, 2010 Put this date on your calendar as you are invited to a Sunday with a guest speaker, turkey lunch and a short program. More details in August.
PASTORAL CARE If you are ill, bereaved, or troubled in any way and require care, please contact your minister, your elder or the church office at 248-2348. With your permission we can include your name on the Prayer List in the bulletin.
PRESBYTERIAN PRAYER PARTNERSHIP leaflets are produced by our NationalChurch, to strengthen our spiritual concern for one another. Current leaflets are available in the vestibule. Today give thanks for the gift of God's creation. Pray for the agricultural workers and farmers who grow and harvest our food.
FOOD BANK DONATIONS: The Salvation Army have informed us of a significant increase in demand. In particular donations of Hamburger/Tuna Helper, bags of sugar, hot cereals, hot chocolate, taco shells, syrup, vitamins, and pasta sauce. We thank you for your ongoing generosity to the less fortunate in our community.
The Church Library is open Tuesday to Friday 9 - 12 as well as Sunday morning. Come in and check out the new books available.
Please wear your nametags, especially during Coffee Fellowship Hour for the convenience of our newcomers. For those who would like one, please contact the office. A donation of $6.50 would cover the cost.
Chorus: To God Be the Glory
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord,
Let the earth hear His voice!
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord,
Let the people rejoice!
O come to the Father thro' Jesus the Son,
And give Him the glory,
Great things He hath done.
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