Sunday, 18th February 2018

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1 WELLINGTON CHURCH We welcome into the life and worship of our congregation all people whatever their ethnic origin, gender, background, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical ability. We affirm our diversity and the dignity of each person. Sunday, 18th February 2018 Welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. (Romans 15:7) Love one another, as I have loved you. (John 15:12) First Sunday in Lent - Sacrament of the Lord s Supper Opening Voluntary: O wie selig Brahms (Happy are they that are steadfast in the faith) Introit: Make me a clean heart Welcome and Notices Opening responses: In the beginning, before, time, before people, before the world began, God was. Here and now, among us, beside us, clearer than air, closer than breathing, God is. G Thalben Ball In all that is to come, when we have turned to dust and human knowledge has been completed, God will be. Not despairing of earth, but delighting in it, not condemning the world, but redeeming it through Jesus Christ, in the power of the Holy Spirit, God is, God was, God will be. Hymn 617 Great and deep the Spirit s purpose

2 Prayer of Approach Prayer of the Day (said together): Saviour of the World, you saw Satan masquerading as an angel of light and shunned him. Give us wisdom to discern, behind each subtle temptation, the ploy of the powers of darkness; and in the face of all that is hellishly attractive, help us to discern and choose the will of God. Amen. Hymn 527 Lord, make us servants of your peace 1 Peter Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that is taking place among you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice in so far as you are sharing Christ s sufferings, so that you may also be glad and shout for joy when his glory is revealed. If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the spirit of glory, which is the Spirit of God, is resting on you. But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, a criminal, or even as a mischief-maker. Yet if any of you suffers as a Christian, do not consider it a disgrace, but glorify God because you bear this name. For the time has come for judgement to begin with the household of God; if it begins with us, what will be the end for those who do not obey the gospel of God? And, If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinners? Therefore, let those suffering in accordance with God s will entrust themselves to a faithful Creator, while continuing to do good. Mark In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. And a voice came from heaven, You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased. And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness. He was in the wilderness for forty days, tempted by Satan; and he was with the wild beasts; and the angels waited on him Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news. 2

3 Hymn 354 O Love, how deep, how broad, how high! Sermon Hymn 348 Praise the One who breaks the darkness (children enter and the offering is presented; servers come to the table) Holy Communion: Invitation to the Table The Story Eucharistic Prayer: The Lord be with you And also with you Lift up your hearts We lift them to the Lord Let us give thanks to the Lord our God It is right to give our thanks and praise the song of the church on earth and in heaven: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might Heaven and earth are full of your glory Hosanna in the highest Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord Hosanna in the highest. Breaking Bread: Jesus, first born of Mary Have mercy on us. Jesus, Saviour of the world, Have mercy on us Jesus, monarch of heaven Grant us peace. Sharing Bread and Wine Sharing the Peace We share our resources in an offering to support the Youth 2018 visit to South Africa organised by Glasgow Presbytery. 3

4 Anthem: Bread of the world Alan Bullard Bread of the world, in mercy broken, Wine of the soul, in mercy shed, By whom the words of life were spoken, And in whose death our sins are dead. Look on the heart by sorrow broken, Look on the tears by sinners shed; And be your feast to us the token That by your grace our souls are fed. Prayer and Lord s Prayer: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. Hymn 520 Ye who the name of Jesus bear Benediction Closing Voluntary: Fugue in C S S Wesley Organist: John Turner 4

5 TODAY - SUNDAY, 18TH FEBRUARY am Morning Service First Sunday in Lent - Sacrament of the Lord s Supper led by the Rev. Dr. John Bell am Crèche (under 3 s) Sunday School (3-11) Sunday Group (11-16) 7.00 pm Evening Service in Kelvinside-Hillhead led by Jeff Evans - Lent 1 THIS WEEK Monday to Friday am pm The Crypt Café Open to all for Lunches, Snacks, Teas and Coffees Monday, 19th February 7.30 pm LGBT histories in the life of the Church (Church) (see more notes and dates) Tuesday, 20th February 2.00 pm Prayer Group (at the Wilsons home, 15 Falkland Street) Wednesday, 21st February pm Conversation Corner (Library) (see more notes and dates) 7.30 pm Scottish Ensemble Concert Prophecy (Church) Thursday, 22nd February 7.30 pm Advent Studies Film Casablanca (Crypt) Friday, 23rd February 7.30 pm International Welcome Club (Crypt) (see more notes and dates) NEXT SUNDAY - 25TH FEBRUARY am Morning Service Sacrament of Baptism and Lenten Appeal Service led by the Rev. Dr. Kathy Galloway Lenten Lunch in Woodlands Hall after the Morning Service 7.00 pm Evening Service in Kelvinside-Hillhead led by the Student Christian Movement - Lent 2 5

6 MORE NOTES & DATES LGBT HISTORIES IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH - The Rev Dr Helena Barrett OSB of the Episcopal Church (USA) will give a talk in Wellington entitled "Why Stay" on Monday, 19th February at 7.00 pm. This will be followed by a panel discussion in which several students will be sharing their experiences of what it means to be Christian and LGBT. Please support this important free event. LENTEN BIBLE STUDIES - Roger Sturrock will be leading a series of Bible Studies based on the film Casablanca commencing Thursday, 22 nd February with a showing of the film at 7.30 pm in the Crypt Café. We then meet in the Crypt each Wednesday from 7.30 until 9.00 pm with the last of the studies being held on Wednesday, 21 st March. For further details please see posters on Notice Boards. All Welcome. QUESTIONS OF FAITH GROUP - On Thursday, 22nd February, there will be no Questions of Faith to allow everyone to attend the above film in the Crypt at 7.30 pm. The following Thursday, 1st March we will be discussing Chapters 3 and 4 of Radical Optimism LENTEN APPEAL - The Mission and Outreach Committee of Session met in the middle of last month and selected three projects to be supported in our Lenten Appeal, which will be launched on Sunday 25th February, when the morning service will be followed by our Lenten Lunch in the Woodlands Hall. The projects we are supporting are the Olive Tree Project (Glasgow University student visit to Israel/Palestine), Trefoil (support and development of children and young people with additional needs) and St Rollox Church Community Outreach (asylum-seekers project). We are inviting speakers from these three projects and a more detailed article about our appeal is in the Wellington News (available today). INTERNATIONAL WELCOME CLUB - INTERNATIONAL WELCOME CLUB A Paella night in the Crypt on Friday, 23rd February at 7.30 pm. Adelaïa, from Valencia, the original home of Paella, will help us make and then eat this delicious Spanish speciality. All ingredients provided, but suggested charge of 2 from those who can, to cover costs. All Welcome. For more details please contact Liz Davidson liz@iwelcomeclub.com 'THE CLYDE MADE GLASGOW' This film (31 mins) will be shown on Wednesday, 21st February at the Moving Image Archive, Kelvin Hall, from 6.30 pm. Free and open to the public. From New Lanark and Blantyre Cotton Mills in the upstream to the Ocean Terminal at Greenock in the downstream, the history of Glasgow along the Clyde is traced from the late 18th century to the present, with commentary from John Fyfe Anderson, a Blue Badge Guide. For further information, ask Fumi and Yushin. SWISH PARTY In aid of the Iona Community s appeal for the refurbishment of guest accommodation at Iona Abbey at 6 Lancaster Crescent, G12 0RR (home of Brett and Janet Nicholls) from 2-6 pm on Saturday, 3rd March. Bring up to 3 items of women s clothing, costume jewellery, scarves and books, and take away items others have brought. Suggested donation 10 per person; refreshments provided. (If you d like to donate but cannot attend, please drop off or call to arrange collection.) All welcome. 6

7 MORE NOTES & DATES (continued) SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE Prophecy with mezzo soprano Christine Rice. The tragic destinies of Dido, Cassandra, Arianna and more are brought to life across an evening of dramatic music inspired by Greek mythology. Programme also includes works by Stravinsky, Haydn, Purcell and Berlioz. This is taking place in Wellington Church on Wednesday, 21 st February at 7.30 pm. Tickets obtained from glasgowconcerthalls.com (or at the door). Leaflets giving full details are available on the table at the side door. CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERTS - The next concert in the series featuring students from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland takes place in Wellington Church on Saturday, 24 th February from 1.00 until 2.00 pm. Programme: BarberScotch (Barbershop Group) and Liberty Brass (Brass Quintet). These concerts are free and un-ticketed. An optional retiring donation may be taken, to support the performers for their time. Future concert dates will be on Saturdays, 31 st March, 28 th April, 26 th May and 30 th June - for monthly programme details please see posters on Notice Boards. A CONCERT TRIBUTE TO SANDY SMALL - St Vincent Baroque Players, of whom Sandy was the much-loved keyboard player for twenty-five years, are giving a concert in Sandyford Henderson Memorial Church on Saturday 24th February at 7.30pm. Entry is free, but donations will go to the Lodging House Mission. Over the years Sandy played organ concertos, accompaniments and continuo with the group and provided a steady foundation to all the music played. He is very much missed by the group. The programme on Saturday includes a Handel Organ Concerto Sandy played as well as music by Bach, Vivaldi and other Baroque composers. All are very welcome. PROJECT TRUST - All are welcome to a coffee morning on Monday, 26 th February at 49 Westbourne Gardens from am to raise funds for Jess Murray who is going to Honduras next year with Project Trust. READER ROTA - We are compiling a Rota to ensure that visiting ministers know who will be reading the scriptures on Sunday mornings. A sign-up sheet is available today and the following Sundays in the Woodlands Hall (on the hook between the Sunday School and World Mission Boards). Readings will be available on the Friday before the service. All members of the congregation are warmly encouraged to sign up. TRUSSELL TRUST NORTH EAST FOODBANK - A box is available at the side door for donations of non-perishable items and it is entirely at people s discretion how often or whether they donate. AFRICAN CHILDREN - February Appeal - The following items are now needed by SIR for children in Africa: Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, spoon. 7

8 PRAYER GROUP - The Prayer Group meet regularly on a Tuesday - from 2.00 to 3.00 pm - at the Wilsons home, 15 Falkland Street. Our prayer is strengthened when we unite with others, learning to pray by doing it. We give thanks for those who use the weekly prayer notes and will welcome new companions in our Tuesday quiet time. FOCUS ON PRAYER (provided by the Prayer Group) Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God. Matthew 4.4 (NIV) Praise God and give thanks for the gift of his son Jesus, the bread of life who unites us all in faith. Pray for those who cannot be with us today. Pray for the work of L Arche world-wide, building a better future for people with learning disabilities. Pray for the Palestinian community and Syrian refugees in the overcrowded camps outside Beirut. Give thanks for those who provide school classes of drama and music lessons in the Library, the one hope of community involvement. Pray for the South Sudan Council of Churches and their action plans for peace. Give thanks for the unity of North and South Korea in the Winter Olympics and pray for continuing unity and peace. If you wish prayer for any matter, please contact: Maureen Small Tel: or Ann Wilson Tel: INTERIM MODERATOR Rev. Janet S Mathieson Williamwood Manse 125 Greenwood Road Clarkston Glasgow G76 7LL Tel: JMathieson@churchofscotland.org.uk ASSISTING MINISTER Rev. Dr. Roger Sturrock 36 Thomson Drive Bearsden Glasgow G61 3PA Tel: RSturrock@churchofscotland.org.uk WELLINGTON CHURCH 77 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8LE Telephone wellingtonchurch@btinternet.com Church Copyright Licence Music Reproduction Licence SC Wellington Church of Scotland Registered Charity 8