SAINT GEORGE S CHURCH TANGLIN

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1 Sunday, 30 th December 2018 SAINT GEORGE S CHURCH TANGLIN Bishop of Singapore: The Rt Rev Rennis Ponniah The Diocese of Singapore Every person complete in Christ - Colossians 1:28 WELCOME to St. George s today! Please stay for refreshments after church. You can also visit the Welcome Corner to find out more about our ministries and activities. An air-conditioned nursery is available for infants in the Vestry. THE COLLECT FOR 1 st SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS Almighty God, who wonderfully created us in your own image and yet more wonderfully restored us through your Son Jesus Christ: grant that, as he came to share in our humanity, so we may share the life of his divinity; who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit one God, now and for ever. AMEN. If you would like to pray with someone in confidence after the service, our Prayer Team will be available in the seats in front of the organ. 1

2 8.00AM HOLY COMMUNION Order of Service- Refer to the 8.00am red service book PROCESSIONAL HYMN 48 Christians, Awake! WELCOME Rev Mark Dickens THE PREPARATION (pg 1) THE COLLECT PSALM Psalm 148: 1-14 (pg 448) Rev Mark Dickens 2 ND READING Colossians 3: (pg 834) Keara Chan PRAYER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH HYMN 68 See Him Lying On A Bed Of Straw GOSPEL READING Matthew 7: (pg 686) Rev Mark Dickens SERMON Hearing and Doing Marc Wang THE NICENE CREED (pg 2) INTERCESSIONS (pg 4) Estella Meaux ANNOUNCEMENTS THE PEACE (pg 5) OFFERTORY HYMN 54 I Cannot Tell THE SUMMARY OF THE LAW (pg 5) HOLY COMMUNION / AFTER COMMUNION (pg 11) Please use the communal chalice for dipping the wafer only (intinction); individual cups of wine are available in the aisles for those who wish to drink. AFTER THANKSGIVING: CHRIST HAS DIED, CHRIST IS RISEN, CHRIST WILL COME AGAIN. BENEDICTION (pg 12) CLOSING HYMN 70 The Great God Of Heaven ORGAN POSTLUDE Raymond Lin 2

3 10.00AM MORNING SERVICE WELCOME Rev Mark Dickens BAPTISM OF LYNDA TEO THE COLLECT SONGS CHILDREN S SONG Praise To The Lord Your Name (Christmas Version) Hallelu, Hallelu PRAYER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH THE PEACE (Children leave for Sunday School) WELCOME TO NEWCOMERS TITUS 2 AND 3 CREED CONFESSING OUR SINS Almighty God, our heavenly Father, we have sinned against you and against our fellow men, in thought and word and deed, through negligence, through weakness, through our own deliberate fault. We are truly sorry, and repent of all our sins. For the sake of your son Jesus Christ, who died for us, forgive us all that is past; and grant that we may serve you in newness of life to the glory of your name. AMEN. "If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness - 1 John 1: 8-9 THE LORD S PRAYER Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever. AMEN 3

4 PRAYERS FOR THE CHURCH AND THE WORLD Rosemary Dickens PRAYER BEFORE THE READINGS HEARING GOD S WORD Psalm 148: 1-14 (pg 448) Matthew 7: (pg 686) Tan Gek Ling Rev Mark Dickens SERMON Hearing and Doing Marc Wang SONG My Hope Is Built On Nothing Less OFFERTORY SONG Thank You For The Cross (During these songs, our freewill offerings will be received) ANNOUNCEMENTS BLESSINGS CLOSING SONG Go in peace to love and serve the Lord In the name of Christ. Amen. All Must Be Well 4

5 5.30PM EVENING SERVICE OPENING SONG This Life I Live RESPONSIVE PSALM 96 (pg 426) WELCOME Rosemary Dickens Toh Soon Kok CONFESSING OUR SINS Almighty God, our heavenly Father, we have sinned against you and against our fellow men, in thought and word and deed, through negligence, through weakness, through our own deliberate fault. We are truly sorry, and repent of all our sins. For the sake of your son Jesus Christ, who died for us, forgive us all that is past; and grant that we may serve you in newness of life to the glory of your name. AMEN. "If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness - 1 John 1: 8-9 REVELATION 1 CREED WELCOME TIME ANNOUNCEMENTS HEARING GOD S WORD Psalm 148: 1-14 (pg 448) Matthew 7: (pg 686) Daniel Chen SERMON Hearing and Doing Marc Wang OFFERTORY SONG Nothing But The Blood Of Jesus PRAYERS FOR THE CHURCH AND THE WORLD Rosemary Dickens THE LORD S PRAYER CLOSING SONG You Never Change 5

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7 PRAYERS THE WORLD INDONESIA Pray for all those affected by the recent Tsunami that hit Java and Sumatra and resulted in at least 450 deaths, with scores of people still missing. It seems this disaster was caused by landslides on the steep slope of erupting Anak Krakatau volcano. Pray that there will be good monitoring in place to warn people of further danger. May God bring comfort to all those who grieve the loss of loved ones and may the rescue workers be skillful as they search for those trapped in the rubble of destroyed buildings. MISSIONS MISSION TO SEAFARERS (MTS) Pray for Chaplain Toh Soon Kok and those who work alongside him at the MTS Drop-In Centre at Jurong Port. May they be caring and wise as they attend to the spiritual and practical needs of the seafarers, regardless of nationality or faith. SINGAPORE DIOCESE Give thanks for all the recent Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services both in Singapore and in our Deaneries. May all those who attended remember what they heard from God s Word and respond in faith. SINGAPORE Praise God for the peace, unity and religious freedom we enjoy as a nation. May we make the most of this as we witness for Christ, while showing respect for all people who call Singapore home. ST GEORGE S CHURCH FAMILY Give thanks for all the visitors who were part of our Church family for our various Christmas Services. Praise God for the music, Bible readings, sermons and video items. May God do his good work of change in people s lives, for the glory of Jesus. Pray for good preparation for lots of upcoming events in 2019 including a Band of Brothers get together on January 25 th and International Fellowship on Saturday January 26 th. May we all make being together a priority. May those away and on holidays be refreshed; physically, emotionally and spiritually and so return with renewed energy to serve the Lord. Pray for God s care, peace and healing for those in our Church family suffering from serious illnesses including Jenna Howe, Janet Tan, Kah Seng and Liza Lacno. Give thanks for an encouraging report Peter Stead received from his oncologist recently. The response of Peter to his treatment has been remarkable with even his Doctor being pleasantly surprised. Praise God. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. Matthew 7: 8 7

8 The Coming Week Monday, 31 st December Church Office closed 12pm onwards. Tuesday, 1 st January NEW YEAR (PUBLIC HOLIDAY) Church Office Closed. Wednesday, 2 nd January 10:30 12:30 Wednesday Small Group Prayer Meeting; NH Thursday, 3 rd January 14:00 16:00 Thursday Tea Time Fellowship; Vestry 8

9 Friday, 4 th January Saturday, 5 th January 11:30 13: am Music Team Rehearsal; CH 17:30 18:30 Wedding Sunday, 6 th January 08:00 09:30 Traditional Service, Communion; CH. 10:00 12:00 Morning Service; CH 12:00 15:30 Filipino Fellowship; CL 13:30 18:00 SJCF; Orchid Rm 13:30 16:30 SJCF Service; CH 13:30 18:00 SJCF; Blue Classroom 14:00 17:30 SJCF; LH 14:30 17: pm Worship Team Rehearsal; YB Upper Rm 16:30 18:00 SJCF; CL 17:30 19:00 Evening Service with Communion; CH LH Lower Hall CB Centre Building YB Youth Building NH Nissen Hut CB Orchid Room YB - Peacock Room (ground floor) CH Church Hall CB Jasmine Room YB - Sunbird Room (ground floor) CB Hibiscus Room YB - Kingfisher Room (ground floor) CB CL Centre Lounge YB Upper Room BOOKING OF ROOMS OR EVENTS Please direct all requests to Ext 112, sgcworship@stgeorges.org.sg 9

10 ANNOUNCEMENTS FELLOWSHIP THURSDAY TEA-TIME FELLOWSHIP will resume on 3 rd January PLEASE NOTE DATE OF MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING FOR JANUARY will be held on THURSDAY 10 th JANUARY. Come together to pray for our church and ministries. Lower Hall, 7.30pm ST GEORGE S INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP Saturday 26 th January 2019, pm. Great opportunity to come together to sample national cuisines from many countries represented in our St George s community. Bring along one of your national cuisines to share with others, or just come and enjoy the food, games and cultural activities - tickets at $10 (Adult) and $20 (Family). Contact Estella ( ), Sarah ( ) or Betty at the church office ( Ext.101) for further details. EVANGELISM AND SPIRITUAL GROWTH NEXT WEEK S SERMON PASSAGE is Matthew 7: ADMINISTRATION GIVING TO ST GEORGE S Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9: 7 St George s Church depends entirely on donations from the congregation to support its various ministries and activities; and to support many local and international Mission and outreach partners. Giving can be through cash or cheque - (made payable to St George s Church ) and placed in the offertory bag or electronically via bank transfer or standing order to: Account Name: St George s Church, Bank name: Standard Chartered, Bank code: 7144, Branch code: 003, Account number:

11 SAVE THIS DATE! FRIDAY 15 th FEBURARY 2019: THE DICKENS FAREWELL DINNER. More details will follow shortly in January. THE 8.00AM SUNDAY SCHOOL NEEDS YOUR HELP! 8.00am volunteers to teach all classes weekly, monthly or occasionally. All help gratefully received. Please contact Vicky Smith at: for further information. ALPHA 2019 Try Alpha. Invite your friends. Alpha is for those wanting to explore the Christian faith. It is relaxed, low-key and fun. It is for anyone who is curious about Christianity and those who want to brush up on the basics. Alpha consists of a meal, followed by a video talk on topics such as "Who is Jesus?" and "Why and how do I pray?", followed by an opportunity to ask questions. We use the Alpha Film Series. We will be running a Wednesday evening session. Join our introductory morning tea/dinner and a short film on Wednesday 13 th February

12 ************************************ CHURCH CONTACTS Clergy: Rev Mark Dickens, Vicar (Ext 333) Rev Dr. Soh Guan Chin, Joshua, Associate Priest (Ext 120) Pastoral: Victoria Smith Children and Families (Ext 108) Kim Jones Mums and Tots (Ext 103) Hydie Valdez Toddler Time (Ext 106) Marc Wang Youth Ministry (Ext 109) Hannah Ling Young Adults Operations: Annette Ho (Ext 105) Betty Wu (Ext 101) Cynthia Lamb (Ext 112) Lesley Limpin (Ext 102) On leave Thomas Okullo (Ext 110) Tel: , 44 Minden Rd Singapore / Tel: / Fax: