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Let us enter in silence, wait in prayer,
Worship in Reverence
ORDER OF WORSHIP
SUNDAY JULY 4TH, 2010 at 10:30 A.M.
"WE APPROACH GOD…
Organ Prelude
Entry of the Bible
Call to Worship
*HYMN #61 "GIVE TO OUR GOD IMMORTAL PRAISE;"
Welcome & Announcements
Opening Prayer and Lord's Prayer (debts/debtors)
Anniversary Moments
*HYMN #366 "POUR OUT THY SPIRIT"
…TO LISTEN TO AND REFLECT ON HIS WORD…
Responsive Reading: #619 from Book of Praise (Psalm 8)
Scripture Readings: 2nd Corinthians 4 : 1 - 6 (p.818/1303)
St. Matthew 4 : 18 - 22 (p.683/1090)
Scripture Response: "Lord, Thy word abideth,
And our footsteps guideth
Who its truth believeth.
Light and joy receiveth." Amen
*HYMN #362 "LORD OF ALL POWER,"
Preaching of the Word:
"A SERVANT OF A SERVING PEOPLE."
…AND TO RESPOND IN FAITH AND SERVICE."
Worship with Tithes and Offerings Music: Melody in F - Rubinstein
*Doxology (#603 in Book of Praise)
*Prayer of Dedication
Prayers of Thanks and for Others
*HYMN #277 ("Sing!") "THE SERVANT SONG"
*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 Betty & Bob Burns, the announcements will be reviewed by Nancy Howlett, andthe Scripture Lessons will be read by Catherine Held.
The Sermon will be preached by the Rev. Dave Robertson, who celebrates the 40th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Ministry of Word and Sacraments.
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 Irene & Bob Luffman.
Lectionary readings for next Sunday: Amos 7 : 7 - 17; Psalm 82; Colossians 1 : 1 - 14; Luke 10 : 25 - 37.
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.
Happy Birthday! Celebrating a birthday in the month of July are Ethel Crawford, Lorna Evans, Ruth Gardiner, Don Howlett, Art Keller, Anne Kerr, Lies Korvemaker, Bryan Lapp, Marlene MacMillan, Marion Mathie, May McNicol, Nina Neufeld, Betty Petrie, Doris Preuss, Hilmer Stav, Bill Taekema, Monica Torrance, Joan Turner, Barbara Ward, Audrey Whitaker, and Vivien Williamson. Anniversaries - Congratulations and best wishes to Gertrude & Norman Godfrey, Adrienne & Don Kennedy, Lorraine & Bill McNeilly, Joan & Allan Scott, and Helen & Tom Waller.
The Outreach Committee is pleased to offer a taxi 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.
Everyone is invited to join us every Tuesday at 10:00 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.
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 pray for people who live in regions of the world that suffer from drought.
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. New today -
"Grandmother's Necklace"
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.
If your photo is not on the photo board in the hallway or you would like it updated please see John Evans after worship.
Don't forget the WMS Penny Jar at the Message Centre. All pennies donated go to help the Youth for Christ bus in Victoria.
Semi-Annual Financial Report:
Givings Budget
Envelope Contributions $68,180 $70,951
Open Plate 1,748 1,516
Interest on Major Repairs 33 100
Major repairs receipts 737 1,000
Use of Facilities 2,925 4,590
Presbyterians Sharing Receipts 8,303 9,000
TOTAL $81,928 $ 87,157
Shortfall $5,229
This year 94% Last Year 90.75%
Fortunately expense items overall have not exceeded budgeted costs, so all costs have been paid on time. Your continued support is much appreciated
Board of Managers.
AUTOMATIC PAYMENT SYSTEM.
Anyone wishing to join the automatic Bank deduction system on the 20th of each month, may obtain an application form from the Treasurer's mail slot. Please return to Betty with a void cheque to get started.
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