NEWCASTLE UNITED CHURCH
84 Mill St. S. L1B 1H2 905-987-4515
Rev. Mary-Jane Hobden, B.A., M. Div.
Joanne McLennan, A.R.C.T, L.T.C.L., Music Director
May 21, 2017 10:30 a.m.
Sixth Sunday of Easter
“As followers of Christ, we are called to be a worshipping and learning, receiving and giving community of faith, hope and love.” – Newcastle United Church Mission Statement
* indicates please stand as able and comfortable
Praising God Together
Prelude
Welcome
* Processional Hymn: “Joyful, Joyful”# 232
* Lighting the Christ Candle
* Call to Worship (responsive)
God is not very far from any one of us,
for in God we live and move and have our being.
Because of Jesus, the Spirit of truth is with us.
We can confidently say: we are never alone.
Bidden or unbidden, God is always present.
Blessed is our God, whose love endures forever.
* Prayer of Approach (unison)
Loving God, by your Spirit; open our hearts to your presence and our minds to your message. Let us worship you with love and love you with our worship. Through Christ Jesus, our ever-living inspiration.Amen.
Our Life and Work
* Song: “I Love to Tell the Story” verses 1 & 2# 343
Sharing Time
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 trespasses,
as we forgive those that trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil,
For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory,
for ever and ever. Amen.
Song: “I Love to Tell the Story” verse 3# 343
Young people and leaders leave for Faith In Motion
Celebrating the Word
Acts 17:22-31Paul speaks of the unknown god. Pew Bible Pg. 902
Psalm66:8-20God preserved us. Refrain 2. VU Pg. 784
Gospel of John 14:15-21The Spirit will be with you.Pew Bible Pg. 877
Reader: The word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
Anthem: “Fly Away Home” – arranged by Mary McDonald. Shirley and Moe Schroter – duet.
Message
* Hymn: “Holy Spirit, Truth Divine”# 368
Thanksgiving
The Offertory:
* Presentation of our gifts and singing verse 1 of # 169
Good Christians all, rejoice and sing!
Now is the triumph of our King!
To all the world glad news we bring:
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah!
Dedication Prayer(unison)
Lord, you take us as offerings and bless us into disciples. We are transformed. Take these, our gifts. Transform and bless them to make a difference in the world. Amen.
Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession
Sending Forth
* Closing Hymn: “Blessed Assurance”# 337
Benediction
* “Lift High The Cross”verses 1 & 5# 151
Postlude
Welcome! we enjoy open seating so please, sit where you feel comfortable, and meet a new friend. We are happy you have chosen to worship with us. Please sign our guest book, located in the narthex and we invite you to join us again.
Newcastle United Church
Greeting you this morning are Lauraine and Bill Skitch. Lauraine is a member of the U.C.W. and Bill is chair of Mission & Service and Ministry & Personnel.
Nursery care is provided for little ones to age 4 years from 10:20AM untiltheend of the worship service. The nursery is located in the hall, through the doors on either side of the choir loft. Paige is our care provider.
Our BIBLOS reader is Myno Van Dyke, Men’s Breakfast group co-ordinator.
Faith In Motion
Holy Moly! Our 5-8 year olds are learning about the Road to Emmaus – We recognize Jesus when we break bread together. Key Bible verse is Luke 24; 35.
Grapple! young people9-11 begin their “What Really Matters” unit. This morning the question is “Do I have to like everyone?” The Point: Love everyone, even if you don’t like them. Passages: Matthew 5: 43-47; Acts 7: 51-60.
re:form! Our teens complete “If Jesus was God, why did he have to die?” and if time, begin “Do I have to believe Jesus performed miracles in order to be a Christian?”
The sympathy and prayers of the congregation are extended to Newt and Teen Selby, family and friends, on the passing of Newt’s sister, Doreen McNevin on Tuesday. Visitation will be held at the Newcastle Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 24 from 11AM-1PM. The service will be in the chapel there at 1PM with Rev. Mary-Jane officiating. Refreshments will be held in the church hall following.
Tuesday, May 23 – Gospel Plus meets in the hall from 7-9PM. Please speak with Lloyd Johnson for more information.
Bible Study – Wednesday, May 24 at 9:30AM in the hall meeting room. All who are interested are invited to come.
Friendship Connection - Our next get together for coffee and a chat will be on Thursday, May 25th at 10:30 AM at McDonald's Newcastle. Hope to see you there and please invite your friends.
Friday, May 26 – the Stewards host Euchre Night at 7PM in the hall.
Sunday, May 28
U.C.W. Sunday – led by the ladies of the United Church Women. Guest speaker is Lynn Liddell.
Coffee Plus – all are invited to remain for a time of refreshment and fellowship. We collect for our local Food Bank. A list of suggested items to donate is posted on the Outreach bulletin board in the narthex.
– Following Coffee Plus there will be a discussion of two more of the Remits we are called to vote on by the national church. These Remits have to do with the Transfer & Settlement process (Remit #2) and with establishing a new Office of Vocation (Remit #3). Information regarding both of these Remits was sent out in an email to all members. For those who do not have email, or who would like a paper copy, there are some copies available in the narthex. Any questions about the information may directed to Rev. Mary-Jane or Brian Reid.
May 26-28 –Bay of Quinte Conference Annual Meeting in Brockville. Rev. Mary-Jane and Hope Pascoe are attending on our behalf. This meeting provides a review of the year in the Conference, gives information about the coming year and concludes with the service of Celebration of Ministry where candidates are ordained and commissioned.
Tuesday, June 6 – the Official Board meets at 7PM in the hall.
Doors Open Clarington is June 10 in the Kendal/Ganaraska area. If you are interested in helping out, please go to their website:
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