EMMANUEL UNITED CHURCH An Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Canada We acknowledge that we live on the traditional territory of the Mississauga People of the Anishnaabe Nation September 10, 2017 The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost Creation Time I A warm welcome to all who have joined us for worship today. Please note this is a scent free environment. (*please rise in body or spirit) Prelude: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus Helen Howarth Lemmel Introit: MV #14 Where Two or Three Are Gathered Welcome and Announcements Centering Time In the Beginning... *Invitation to Community All of us are part of Creation Shaped by the hand of the Divine; Sense the sky above and the earth below For we are called to be the in-between; Look around and see the other children of God For together we are a community of faith.
Gathering Prayer: Holy One, we know that you were at the beginning, and we know that you are with us now. In this time together we pray that we may be inspired to uncover your presence with all those whose pain and circumstance prevents them from feeling your spirit. In the name of Jesus, we make this prayer. Amen. *Hymn: VU #626 I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say Candles of Joy and Concern Bringing Light to the World Worship With the Young at Heart The Prayer of Jesus: VU #916 (music edition) A Paraphrase Made in the Image and Likeness... Preparation for Proclamation: Come Down Words: Don Uhryniw Music: Arlene Gray Come down to the mountain Creator, that we may be raised up. Shaped into community, Hallowed by your hand. Scripture Readings: Genesis 1.1-2.4a Psalm 121, VU#844 John 1.1-5 2
Special Music: In This Room Sally K. Albrecht & Jay Althouse Sermon *Hymn: VU #639 One More Step Along the World I Go Living in the Image... The Healing Pathway: presentation Prayers of the Faithful Offertory: Minuet G. F. Handel *Hymn of Presentation: MV #191 What Can I Do? What can I do? What can I Bring? What can I say? What can I sing? I ll sing with joy. I ll say a prayer. I ll bring my love. I ll do my share. Mutual Commissioning Remember: you are made in the image and likeness of the Creator, Within us is Holy DNA. Let us lift up our eyes and the see the bigger picture, The picture that stretches on forever. Create and console, For we are the people of God. 3
Concluding Rite: We Embrace the Land Words: Don Uhryniw Music: Arlene Gray Great Spirit lead us, into your wilderness, into the fullness of your freedom. With joy and thanksgiving, we embrace the land. We embrace the land. *Recessional Hymn: VU #296 This is God s Wondrous World Postlude: Celebration David Paxton The congregation is invited to remain seated for the Postlude. Coffee Hour will follow for a time of conversation and refreshment. Visitors are most welcome to join us! 4
WE APPRECIATE Scriptures: Frankie Schilke AV: Cliff McDonald Elevator: Christine Lewis Ushers: Kathy Gillis, Joe Tompkins, Marg Byer, Sue Masters, Dee Anna Sullivan The Healing Pathway: Anne Smith and Mary Ruth Begbie EMMANUEL UNITED CHURCH MINISTERS: All the Congregation with Rev. Donaldson Uhryniw MUSIC DIRECTOR: Arlene Gray OFFICE ADMINISTRATORS: Nancy Jeffrey, Wendy Scott CUSTODIANS: Rob Steele, Kathy Gillis, Justin Million Office hours (East Campus): 534 George St. N., K9H 3S2 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (705-742-4162) - wendy@emmanuelunitedchurch.ca - nancy@emmanuelunitedchurch.ca Emmanuel United Church Vision Statement The people of Emmanuel United Church are called to live the message of Jesus: To love God, to love ourselves and to love others. We seek to create a vibrant welcoming Christian community and spiritual home where, in an atmosphere of compassion and respect, love is shared, spiritual growth and exploration is nurtured, talents and resources are shared, and the call for service to others is answered. 5