January 15, 2016 Second Sunday after Epiphany Behold, the Lamb of God Time for Singing Announcements Hymn requests GATHERING AS ONE The grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Territorial Acknowledgement Symbols of Worship Processional Behold, behold, I make all things new, beginning with you and starting from today. Behold, behold, I make all things new, my promise is true, for I am Christ the Way. (x2) MV 115 Minute for Mission Ken English Call to Worship: We wait patiently for our God. We will sing, we will sing new songs of the One who calls us here. We will not chase after other gods.
We will sing, we will sing new songs of the One in whom we can trust. We will tell of all God has done for us. We will sing, we will sing new songs of the One whose salvation is open for all. Opening Prayer Opening Hymn VU 96 Will You Come and See the Light Children s Question Time Confessional Chant We come before God, acknowledging our struggles, our brokenness, and our faults, and trusting in the light of Christ. Let us pray to God: Be still and know that I am God. Be still and know that I am God. (x4) MV 77 Prayer for Redemption Holy God, in earth, sea, and sky, you are there; in everything we touch, in everyone we meet, your presence is around us. You we have not touched but trampled in creation; you we have not met but missed in one another; you we have not received but rejected in the poor and outcast. The Iona Community
(Silent confession) And so we pray: Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Mother God, blessed Jesus, Holy Spirit, hear our prayer and heal our hearts. Words of Assurance Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Amen! SERVICE OF THE WORD Refrain: Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light unto my path. (x2) VU 956 Scripture Lessons [name] Old Testament Isaiah 49: 1 7 Hear what the Spirit is saying to her church. Thanks be to God. Psalm Psalm 40: 1 11 (VU p. 764) Gospel John 1: 29 42 The Gospel of Jesus Christ. Praise to Christ the Word.
Message Rev. David Radical Inclusiveness: The People of God Hymn VU 563 Jesus, You Have Come to the Lakeshore SERVICE OF PRAYER Call to Offering Doxology Glory to God in the highest and peace to God s people on earth. Glory to God in the highest and peace to God s people on earth. (x2) MV 124 Prayer of Dedication Prayers of the People Presbytery prayers: First United, Salmon Arm, (Jenny Carter) Ecumenical prayers: Cyprus, Greece, Turkey. Jesus Christ, Light of the World, hear our prayer. And in your love, answer. GOING FORTH Closing Hymn VU 93 When Heaven s Bright with Mystery
Sending Forth May the blessing of God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; our Mother, Friend, and Comforter; the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer of us all; be with you today and always. Amen Benediction 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 God will guide you in all you do Go now in love, and show you believe. 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. Amen. Amen. Amen.
REVELSTOKE UNITED CHURCH 314 MacKenzie Ave. Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0 Phone/Fax: 250-837-3198 revelstokeunitedchurch@telus.net www.revelstokeunitedchurch.com facebook.com/revelstokeunitedchurch/ @revelstokeucc Minister: The Rev. David Cooke dcooke519@gmail.com Office Admin: Beth Campbell revelstokeunitedchurch@telus.net Music Director: Marvin Dikau Office Hours: Monday to Thursday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Good morning! A warm welcome is extended to each of you. We hope that your time of worship with us is enjoyable and meaningful for you. Visitors and newcomers are invited to sign our guest book in the Narthex and to join us in the hall after the service for fellowship and coffee. Revelstoke United Church welcomes and affirms the love of God for all people regardless of race, class, gender identity or expression, sexuality, creed, or ability. You are welcome no matter who you are.