Welcome to Farringdon Church Thank you for being with us today. Everything you need for the service can be found in this booklet and in the red Worship & Rejoice hymn book. Our service is typically just over an hour. If you are looking for a spiritual home, we have a variety of services and programs to meet your needs. Please introduce yourself to the morning greeters or the hosts at coffee time in Narthex (front lobby) or Rev. Mike Rattee after the service to learn more about what this church has to offer. Washrooms are located on the lower level, either a barrier-free washroom below the Narthex, accessible via the elevator or stairs, or in the Christian Education wing - just ask one of the greeters for directions. Children`s programming during Fall, Winter and Spring occurs each week, with the children coming forward during the 2nd Hymn for a Children`s Time then on to Sunday School. Nursery age children are cared for the entire service, however, if your child would like to remain with you for the service that`s great too. Ask about our three, free mid-week young Christians nights. The Offering plate at Farringdon is a responsibility of members and adherents. You are welcome to make a financial contribution to support our ministries, however, if you are visiting us for the first time, we wouldn't expect you to make a financial gift anyway - we'd rather ask you to pay attention to God's blessings in your life, return next week, and make your gift then. Today, you are welcome to share in Chancel Communion, immediately following the Morning Worship and Greeting at the door. All Christians are welcome. The service is brief and held at the altar. Please join us for refreshments after the service in the Narthex. Just follow the crowd and join in as a welcome child of God. If you are visiting for the first time, please let us know as we have a welcome gift for you. Page - 1 -
Farringdon Church 287 Mount Pleasant Road, Brantford, Ontario N3T 1V2 519 759-2495 www.farringdonchurch.com Minister: Rev. Mike Rattee Co-ordinator of Youth & Family Ministries: Mrs. Katelyn Hines Organist and Music Director: Mr. Derek Tiller Church Administrative Assistant: Margot Brown Church Sexton: Mrs. Annett Holyomes CCLI# 11085659 Easter II ~ Peace Sunday, April 8, 2018 10:30 a.m. The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men and be crucified and on the third day rise. Luke 24:7 The Prelude: Redemption Song from Faust ~ C.F. Gounod (1818-1893) The Chimes Summon Us to Worship: Call to Worship: (please, read the bold sections aloud) God, the Father, calls us to worship. Lord, receive our praise. God, the Son, calls us to receive. Lord, we receive you today. God, the Spirit, calls us to change. Lord, change us from the inside out. Amen. Prayer of Invocation First Hymn: 655 Come Away from Rush and Hurry The Greeting Leader: The Lord be with you People: And also with you Page - 2 -
Announcements Prayer of Confession (prayerfully in unison) Guilty, vile, and helpless, we. Spotless, Lamb of God is he. Full forgiveness, can it be? Hallelujah, what a Saviour! Lord, have mercy. Christ have mercy. Lord, have mercy on us all. Assurance of Pardon Choir Anthem: He Lives ~ Alfred H. Ackley The First Scripture Lesson: Isaiah 48:17-22 ~ read by Judy Sangster (page 633 in pew Bible OT) (After lesson) Leader: The word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God The Second Scripture Lesson: 1 John 1:1-10 ~ read by David Dean (page 79 in pew Bible NT) (After lesson) Leader: The word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God The Holy Gospel Reading John 20:19-31 ~ read by Rev. Mike (page 101 in pew Bible NT) Leader: The Lord be with you People: And also with you Leader: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John People: Glory be to Thee, O Lord (After lesson) Leader: The Gospel of Christ People: Praise be to Thee, O Christ. Children s Hymn: 651 We Bring the Sacrifice of Praise Children come forward during the Hymn. Children s Time: Page - 3 -
Children head out for Sunday School. Please remain seated as the Children s Hymn is sung again after the Children have left. Morning Prayers Lord s Prayer (spoken in unison) 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. 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! Collection of our Tithes and Offerings Offertory: All Glory Be to God on High ~ J.S. Bach 1685-1750 Offering Response (sung in unison) Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Offertory Prayer Third Hymn: 435 Like a River Glorious Sermon: Closing Hymn: 589 O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee The Benediction & The Choral Amen (sung in unison) Go now in peace, never be afraid; God will go with you each hour of every day. Go now in faith, steadfast, strong and true; Know He will guide you in all you do. Go now in love, and show you believe; Page - 4 -
Reach out to others so all the world can see. God will be there watching from above. Go now in peace, in faith and in love. Greet Each Other With His Peace The Organ Postlude: Easter Postlude ~ Edward F. Johnson If you are visiting with us today we welcome you and thank you for joining us in worship of God this day. We hope your experience at Farringdon is uplifting and hope to see you again very soon! News and Announcements Today we begin a series called Confirming My Beliefs in the conference room from 12 1 pm. It is for young people who want to grow stronger in the Christian Faith, led by Katelyn Hines and Rev. Mike. It lasts for 8 weeks until May 26 and then on Sunday June 3, 2018 we will Confirm them in the morning worship service. Please note: If you picked up your copy of the Annual Report Last week, please retrieve a revised Agenda and copy of the Investment Committee Report for 2017 in the Narthex. Any complete Annual Reports in the Narthex have these revisions included for those who have not obtained their copy yet. Farringdon this week Assisting with Worship this Morning Elder on Duty: Shirley Lehman Deacons on Duty: Barb Lane & Greg Holyomes Preparing the Altar: Wendy Bethune Door Greeters: Wendy Bethune Page - 5 -
Meetings and Events Sunday, April 9 Following Service Missions Committee Meeting Monday, April 10 7:00 p.m. Sr. High Bible Study Tuesday, April 11 10:00 a.m. Bible Study in Mark 11 (join us) 6:00 p.m. Kid s Club 6:00 p.m. Bible Study in Mark 11 (join us) Thursday, April 12 6:30 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group-(Gr.4-7) 7:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal NOTICE OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITIUTION THIS IS THE SECOND NOTICE THAT THERE WILL BE A VOTE ON THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION AT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ON APRIL 15, 2018. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THE JOINT BOARD HAVE APPROVED THESE AMENDMENTS. A COPY OF THESE AMENDMENTS HAS BEEN POSTED IN THE NARTHEX AND ON THE BULLETIN BOARD IN THE OFFICE HALLWAY AS REQUIRED. THEY ARE ALSO IN THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING REPORT WHICH IS NOW AVAILABLE. Farringdon Ladies Breakfast on Saturday, April 14th will be held at 8:45 a.m. at the Best Western. All welcome. Bring a friend including new. Please remember Food Bank Donations. The AGM will take place on Sunday, April 15th following morning service. A lunch will be available prior to the meeting at a cost of $5.00 per person. The Funds raised from the sale of food will be given to the Christian Education Committee for their work with youth in our church. Please complete the insert in the bulletin and place on the offering plate. That way, those securing the food will know quantities to purchase. Thankyou. Page - 6 -
Small Group Bible Studies at Farringdon on Tuesday (10 a.m. and 6 p.m.) in the Gospel of Mark ( Follow Me is our focus). These are Open to all adults, both men and ladies (co-ed), regardless of your Bible knowledge. Join us each Tuesday in the Board Room upstairs, by the offices. Also: A Sunday morning prayer group happens each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the board room. We will learn about prayer and then pray for the service, our city, and each other. all adults are welcome. Farringdon Next Week Assisting with Worship & Communion April 15 st ~ AGM Elder on Duty: Cyndy Kirk & David Kirk Janet Lovekin and Judy Sangster - Assisting Deacons on Duty: Bill Lovekin & Beryl Verral - Offering Jim Butler & Janice Wright - Communion Preparing the Altar: Michael Culverhouse Door Greeters: Cyndy & David Kirk Meetings and Events Next week Sunday, April 15 Following Service Annual General Meeting Monday, Apr. 16 7:00 p.m. Sr. High Bible Study Tuesday, Apr. 17 10:00 a.m. Bible Study in Mark (open to all) 6:00 p.m. Kid s Club 6:00 p.m. Bible Study in Mark (open to all) Wednesday, Apr. 18 6:00 p.m. Advisory Board 7:00 p.m. Joint Board 8:00 p.m. Elders 8:00 p.m. Deacons Thursday, Apr. 19 6:30 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group-(Gr.4-7) 7:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Page - 7 -
Three Boards of Farringdon meet on Wednesday, April 18th. Advisory meets in the Conference Room at 6:00 p.m. The Joint Board meets in the Narthex at 7:00 p.m. Elders meet in the Narthex while the Deacons meet in the Conference Room at 8:00 p.m. Please note the change in the locations for two of the meetings so that our church can accommodate the Scouts who now meet at Farringdon on Wednesday evenings. Diane Stubbert is on set-up and clean-up. Earth Day Celebration: All are invited for Farringdon's Second Earth Day Celebration. Please join us Saturday April 21 at 10am. We will be making Mason Jar Garden Lanterns. All are encouraged to bring garden seeds (vegetable or flower) to donate to our workshop facilitator Gloria Ord and the City of Brantford Community Gardens. Preregistration is required online, or in the Narthex. Cost $5 per lantern. Copies of the Farringdon Church Ladies Aid 1918-2018 History are now in the Narthex. Please help yourself to a copy. The Queensway Bellringers will be performing their spring concert at a variety of retirement and nursing homes in the community. These concerts are open to the public. A schedule is posted in the Narthex. For information speak to Cyndy Kirk. Page - 8 -
Please note the NEW date of Saturday April 28/18 5:30-7:00pm Together, the Deacons and Vision committee invite you for a fun night out to support a great cause. All are invited to join us at our Spaghetti Fundraiser in support of the Diocese of the Arctic. Spaghetti, Salads and Desert will be provided. Bring a little extra change to try your luck at our raffle table! It s going to be a great night you will not want to miss. Tickets are $10 for adults and children 10 and under are free! This is a ticketed event so please see a Deacon for tickets! ***We are looking for raffle table donations!*** Page - 9 -
According to the Farringdon Constitution, the Nominating Committee Report must be posted on both bulletin boards accessible to members and included in announcements in the Sunday Bulletin before the Annual General Meeting. NOMINATING COMMITTEE REPORT 2017 ELDERS Elders are concerned with the spiritual oversight of the congregation. The following Elders terms are up in 2018 and they will be stepping down: - Vic Garn - Wendy Bethune - David Kirk The following has agreed to return as an Elder commencing April 2018: - Cindy Kirk The following have agreed to another term: - Judy Sangster - Pat Johnston - Susan Daniels - Marion Weir DEACONS Deacons can serve a three-year term and then return for a further three-year term. After the second term they must retire for at least one year. The Deacons are concerned with the financial and maintenance dealings of the church. The following Deacons term is up in 2018 and will be stepping down: - Anna Locke The following has agreed to become a new Deacon commencing April 2018: - Ken Armstrong TREASURER The following has agreed to continue as Treasurer: - Bill Lovekin ENDOWMENT - As per the constitution, members must be voted on every year at the AGM: David Kirk, Marion Weir, Helen Kennedy, Diane Stubbert I would like to thank all of the committee members for their hard work and dedication: Greg Holyomes, Pat Johnston, Helen Kennedy, Diane Stubbert. Submitted by Tini Vanderstelt Page - 10 -
The most updated Farringdon Constitution has now been posted on the church website. If you are not on the internet at home, hard copies are available for pick up at the church office. For any Bulletin News or Announcements please contact Margot at the Church Office by Thursday mornings at: secretary@farringdonchurch.com Or 519 759-2495 Farringdon Church office hours: Please leave a message if calling after business hours and your call will be returned the following business day. Tuesdays ~ 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wednesdays ~ 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursdays ~ 9:00 a.m. to 1:00p.m. + Fridays ~ 9:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Note: Rev. Mike can be contacted when the office is closed at 1-226-339-4340 Page - 11 -