MacNab Street Presbyterian Church November 29, 2015 Advent 1 GATHERING *Those who are able, please stand PRELUDE Please use this time to quietly prepare yourself for worship. *ENTRY OF THE WORD & PRAISE Hail to the Lord s Anointed Hymn #115 Duty Elder, Florence Sharman *CALL TO WORSHIP See Insert First Sunday In Advent: Hope PRAYER OF APPROACH and PRAYER OF CONFESSION THE LORD S PRAYER (Unison) Our Father, which 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory, for ever. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON *GLORIA Hymn #298 Glory be to God the Father, glory be to God the Son, Glory be to God the Spirit, God almighty, Three-in-one! Glory, glory, glory, glory, while eternal ages run *THE PEACE Minister: People: With one another: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. The Peace of Christ. *PRAISE Prepare the Way, O Zion Hymn #129
CHILDREN S TIME WE PROCLAIM GOD S WORD OLD TESTAMENT Isaiah 52:7-10 (p. 758 OT) Jozef Teeuwsen PSALTER Psalm 98 Refrain #1 ANTHEM Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence NEW TESTATMENT John 1:1-14 (p. 94 NT) SERMON Recognizing Jesus Steve Baldry WE RESPOND TO GOD S WORD *PRAISE All Hail the Power of Jesus Name Hymn #363 PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING AND INTERCESSION PRESENTATION OF OUR GIFTS AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY ANTHEM *DOXOLOGY All: 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. PRAYER OF DEDICATION LIFE AND WORK OF THE CONGREATION Florence Sharman *PRAISE Saviour, again to Your Dear Name We Raise Hymn #825 *BENEDICTION & THREE-FOLD AMEN POSTLUDE WELCOME TO MACNAB! We extend a warm welcome to all our visitors this morning. MacNab is a child friendly church. The Church School is located in the Parlour (through the front door in the Sanctuary lectern side and to your right) Children who wish to stay with their parents will find colouring materials in the Narthex (entrance) Hearing assistance is also available. Ushers will be happy to assist with any questions. ASSISTING US TODAY: Church School: Irene Duffey Greeters: Jean Hartman, Grace Maynard, Gerda Wolf Ushers: Alex Abraham, Lila Stanfield, Doug & Nancy Coutts Reader: Jozef Teeuwsen Coffee Servers: David & June Stone, Lila Stanfield, Hedy Fordham Duty Elder: Florence Sharman ASSISTING US NEXT WEEK Church School: Kathy Shields Greeters: Mina Beatt, Bill Stanfield Ushers: John Shields, Jennifer Applewhaite, Bob & Marion Cameron Reader: Ian Dalziel Coffee Servers: Frank & Irene Mills, Annette & Harry Callaghan Duty Elder: John Shields PLEASE PRAY FOR: The Teeuwsen family in the loss of Rebecca s father Nov. 25 th Jessie Bigelow recovering from surgery Victims of violence and terror in Paris and around the world Ken Greer who is experiencing deteriorating health Don & Carole MacVicar s Inner City Ministry All who are grieving, facing health uncertainties, lonely or jobless
PRAYER CONCERNS: please note the (purple cover) notebook in the narthex where prayer concerns can be entered before the service. The minister will extract the page just before 10:30 and include concerns in the Prayers that day. If you wish your concern to be passed on to the Prayer Group, please add an * beside your concern. It is sometimes good to put your own name beside the concern (so the minister or Prayer Group can follow up). TODAY MARKS THE BEGINNING OF THE ADVENT SEASON. The children will receive their advent materials to aid them in preparing their hearts and minds for the coming of the Christ Child. There are also adult devotionals placed in the narthex. You are all welcome to pick one up to enhance your own spiritual journey through this time of anticipation. WHITE GIFT SUNDAY DECEMBER 6 TH On arrival, please place your unwrapped gift (toys, books, games, clothing for all ages) under the tree monetary donations are also welcome. The gifts will be delivered to the Inner City Outreach program. They will be included with the Christmas Hampers that your donations at Easter and Christmas help fund. INNER CITY OUTREACH DINNER SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12TH - 5:30 p.m. (the dinner begins at 6:30 p.m.) MacNab and several other Presbyterian Churches will be hosting the Christmas dinner for Inner City Outreach Ministry at the Eva Rothwell Centre on Wentworth St. North. We are in need of volunteers to serve and help clean up, and if you are volunteering we would appreciate it if you might bring a pie or two with you. The first course is being catered this year. If you are able to help please let Marguerite Gilbert know by calling 905-679- 5785 or gilbert@mcmaster.ca Thank you for your support! OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2016 ARE NOW AVAILABLE in the Narthex If you do not have a set and would like one, please let the duty elder know, place a note on the offering plate, or contact the church office 905 529-6896 macnabsec@cogeco.ca OFFICE HOURS Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30am-12:30pm For pastoral care needs be sure to call Steve at 905 536-0640 Steve s email is: steve.baldry@cogeco.ca SPEAKING TRUTH IN LOVE: A FORUM ON HUMAN SEXUALITY Will take place Saturday, January 30, 2016 8:30am-4:00pm.at Chedoke Presbyterian Church. All welcome. Registration required. $20/person (includes lunch) by December 1 st. After December 1 st - $30 (includes lunch) Registration closes January 15,2016. http://www.presbykirk.com Forum sponsored by the Presbytery of Hamilton THIS WEEK AT MACNAB: Mon Nov 30 4:00pm Out of the Cold-Johnston Hall 7:45pm *RSCD-Johnston Hall Tue Dec 1 7:30pm RSCD-Johnston Hall Wed Dec 2 7:30pm RSCD-Johnston Hall Thurs Dec 3 1:30pm RSCD-Johnston Hall 7:30pm Choir Practice Chancel Sat Dec 5 4:00pm Out of the Cold-Johnston Hall 8:00pm Redeemer Concert Choir Alumni Choir & Orchestra perform Handel s The Messiahdirected by Chris Teeuwsen. Tickets $26, $22. Redeemer Box Office: 905 648-2139 x4211 ticketwindow.ca Sun Dec 6 10:30am Advent 2 with Steve Baldry Sacrament of Holy Communion 3:00pm Sing-A-Long Messiah Tickets $35 from singalongmessiah.ca or at the door
PLEASE BEAR WITH US! We are attempting to improve sound in the Sanctuary and are experimenting with various ways and means. Your patience is appreciated. SCENTS & SENSITIVITY : We respectfully ask for sensitivity to those in our midst who suffer with scent allergies. Your thoughtful consideration is appreciated goodness I cannot explain. Rev Cathy Stewart has now published the full story of her medical experience which became a spiritual journey. The congregation heard some of this story in a sermon in February 2013, and it illuminated the decision-making process the congregation undertook. During the month of November, copies will be available for purchase from the church office for $20. They will also be available from Bryan Prince Bookseller, and Amazon, but those will cost more! Christmas Fun for Kids! Fun for the whole family, featuring an 8 tall Christmas Tree with 12 doors! we will open all 12 doors and explore what is inside! Followed by early lunch, face painting, balloon animals, cookie decorating, model railroad display and more! Sunday, December 13th 10:30 a.m. Tickets to invite friends AVAILABLE TODAY on the table in the west end of the Narthex. Door to door flyers ARE AVAILABLE TODAY. LOOKING AHEAD VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to deliver flyers. Sign up list is available on the same table in the Narthex. Tues Dec 8 12 noon Friendly Circle meets at The Mandarin-Upper James Sat Dec 12 5:30pm Inner City Christmas Dinner Volunteers needed call Marguerite Gilbert 905-679-5785 or gilbert@mcmaster.ca Sun Dec 13 10:30am Christmas Fun for Kids! (see additional note) Nut Free goodies and treats will be gratefully received in the kitchen on Dec 13th, to make our luncheon complete. Thank you in advance to anyone willing to contribute. Sun Dec 20 7:00pm Carols by Candlelight Thurs Dec 24 7:00pm Christmas Eve with Steve Baldry Sun Dec 27 10:30am Christmas 1 with Steve Baldry MacNab Street Presbyterian Church 116 MacNab Street South, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 3C3 (905) 529-6896 macnabsec@cogeco.ca www.macnabpresbyterian.ca Minister: Rev. Steve Baldry steve.baldry@cogeco.ca Director of Music: Dr. Christiaan Teeuwsen
PSALM 98-REFRAIN #1 Refrain: New songs of celebration render to God who has great wonders done. O sing to the Lord a new song, for the Lord has done marvelous things. God s right hand and holy arm have won the victory. The Lord has made known the victory, and has revealed vindication in the sight of the nations. The Lord has remembered steadfast love and faithfulness to the house of Israel. All the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God. Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises. Sing praises to the Lord with the lyre, with the lyre and the sound of melody. With the trumpets and the sound of the horn make a joyful noise before the sovereign Lord. Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; the world and those who live in it. Let the floods clap their hands; let the hills sing together for joy at the presence of the Lord, who is coming to judge the earth. All: The Lord will judge the world with righteousness, and the peoples with equity. R R FROM THE SESSION MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 2015 Steve Baldry opened the meeting for a reflection of 1 st Corinthians 12:27 Now you are all the body of Christ and individually members of it. Treasurer Doug Coutts was invited to present the budget for 2016 It was agreed to accept the budget with minor adjustments and to recommend its approval to the congregation at the Congregational meeting November 22 nd The sound system continues to be a work in progress Session will remain mindful of Syrian refugee efforts recognizing that the City of Hamilton will be asking for support from churches in the community To date, 5 elders will be attending the Human Sexuality Conference on January 30 at Chedoke Presbyterian Church Positive comments regarding the Remembrance Sunday Service were received The Session received with regret the resignation of Kevin Russell as Clerk of Session, a position he has held for the past 4 years. Elders present each expressed their appreciation for Kevin s dedication and skill in this position. It was agreed to seek two Co-Clerks from the eldership: one responsible for administration and the other for pastoral and worship liaison with Deacons. Steve Baldry outlined several areas he would be emphasizing and exploring for church growth and renewal Information regarding Leading With Care will be posted on bulletin boards It was agreed that Police checks for volunteers would be paid for by the church (Part of Leading with Care) The Volunteer Application Form and Covenant of Care form were approved for use (Part of Leading with Care) Congregation Life Committee is exploring the possibility of a church fundraiser event for spring 2016 Coffee Hour Helpers are needed to begin in the New Year. The Mission Committee reported that three boxes of mitts, gloves, scarves, hats were collected from the Mitten Tree and will be delivered to Inner City programs. A thank you card was received from Megan Schuurman of RE-create, a program for at risk youth for the donation from the Mission Committee The next Communion Service is December 6 th, 2016 The Annual General Meeting will be held Sunday, February 21, 2016 The meeting closed with prayer at approximately 9:30pm