ORDER OF SERVICE, JULY 14 2024
Preeceville-Sturgis United Church Pastoral Charge
Minister: David Mugadzi.
Combined Sunday Service at Trinity United 09:30am
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost, July 14th, 2024
We are a loving, welcoming, and evolving community of Christian faith committed to nurturing spirituality, offering care, and building respect for all.
GREETINGS
L: The grace of our Risen Christ, the love of God our Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
P: And also, with you.
CENTRING HYMN AND CANDLE LIGHTING #396 VU Come In, Come In and Sit Down (sing chorus, verse 1, verse 2, chorus, verse 3, verse 4, chorus)
LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
As a community of Faith, we can begin to show our solidarity with our First Nations neighbours by acknowledging that we meet on Treaty 4 territory which is the traditional land of many peoples, including the Cree, Saulteaux, Assiniboine and Metis Nations.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
OPENING PRAYER:
Lord of the dance, creator of whirling winds and shimmering flames, move in us this day. Breathe life into our songs of praise. Set our hearts ablaze to your word. May our worship bring joy to you, Lord. In Christ’s name we pray, Amen.
ALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Our feet move because of your great worth!
P: Yes, Lord, we dance for the rest of our days!
L: Our hearts rejoice in song because of your goodness!
P: Yes, Lord, we sing for the rest of our days!
L: Our voices cry out because of your glory!
P: Yes, Lord, we shout for the rest of our days! We praise you always for the rest of our days! AMEN.
HYMN #820 VU Make A Joyful Noise
Confession and Forgiveness
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Merciful and gracious God, help your people, making us leave sin and live only for you. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit to admit our sins, accept your pardon, and grow into the completeness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Almighty You have called us by name, Lord, and made us your family. Yet we do not always live as one body in Christ-we neglect to care for your creation; we forget that our neighbor is also our sister; we ignore suffering children in lands far away. Forgive us, we pray. Loosen the chains we place on our lives-chains of burden and busyness, chains of ignorance and stress. Free us to care for your family, that we all might dance, sing, and praise your glorious name! Amen.
SUNG RESPONSE: #948 VU (twice)
O God, hear my prayer, O God hear my prayer: when I call answer me.
O God, hear my prayer, O God hear my prayer: come and listen to me.
We belong to the king of glory who joyfully sets us free. In Christ’s healing hands, you find forgiveness. In Christ’s healing touch, you find forgiveness. Glory be to God! Amen.
SUNG RESPONSE: #95 MV How Deep the Peace (twice)
How deep the peace, the confidence, of those whose wrongs are forgiven.
How deep the peace, the confidence, of those whose hearts are healed.
Passing the Peace of Christ (Ephesians 1)
We are adopted as God’s children through Jesus Christ. We sit next to a sister, even when we know her as friend. We sit next to a brother, even when we think him a stranger. Turn now to your family in Christ and share with them signs of Christ’s love and peace.
THEME CONVERSATION
CHILDREN’S HYMN:#92 MV Like A Rock (sing twice)
SCRIPTURE READINGS
Theme: Jesus is the Lord of the Assignment
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Psalms 24
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Mark 6:7-13
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Ephesians 1:3-14
SUNG RESPONSE: #840 VU (sing twice)
Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path.
HYMN: #560 VU O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee
BIBLICAL REFLECTIONS
HYMN: #593 VU Jesu, Jesu, Fill Us with Your Love
MUSICAL OFFERING
OFFERTORY--DOXOLOGY #191 More Voices: (Twice)
What can I do? What can I bring?
What can I s ay? What can I sing?
I’ll sing with joy. I’ll say a prayer.
I’ll bring my love. I’ll do my share.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
O Faithful God, all that we possess is a gift from Your generous hands. As we present our offerings, we return to You from the bounty You have granted us. May our gifts find favor in Your eyes. Bless these offerings, including those made through PAR and online, and employ them in ministry as You deem appropriate through this congregation. To You be blessing, glory, and honor, eternally. In the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
PRAYERS FOR THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER.
Our Father in heaven hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as 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 for ever. AMEN.
HYMN #238 VU How Great Thou Art
CLOSING PRAYER AND BENEDICTION
Praise Sentences
L: With our lives we will praise you, King of glory!
P: Who is the King of glory? Jesus, our Lord!
L: Children of God, go forth dancing, singing, and praising. Dance joy into sorrowful places! Sing hope into places of despair! Praise God this day and always! Go in Peace
P: Amen
CLOSING HYMN: #424 VU May the God of Hope Go with Us
WELCOME
ORDER OF SERVICE JULY 7TH 2024
Preeceville-Sturgis United Church Pastoral Charge
Minister: David Mugadzi.
Combined Sunday Service at Grace United 09:30am
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, July 7th, 2024
We are a loving, welcoming, and evolving community of Christian faith committed to nurturing spirituality, offering care, and building respect for all.
GREETINGS
L: The grace of our Risen Christ, the love of God our Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
P: And also, with you.
CENTRING HYMN AND CANDLE LIGHTING #6 MV Holy Spirit, Come into Our Lives
LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
As a community of Faith, we can begin to show our solidarity with our First Nations neighbours by acknowledging that we meet on Treaty 4 territory which is the traditional land of many peoples, including the Cree, Saulteaux, Assiniboine and Metis Nations.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
OPENING PRAYER:
O Lord of mystery and fellowship, you have summoned us this day to recall the mission path you have laid before us. Assist us in heeding the words of Jesus as he dispatched his disciples on a mission of healing and mercy. Remind us that success is not gauged by the number of cures, but by the effort. Empower us to be your true disciples in this world. In the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
CALL TO WORSHIP: (Psalm 130)
L: God’s greatness is wondrous to behold.
P: Everywhere we look, we can see the imprint of God.
L: From the loftiest mountains to the crashing waters of the sea,
P: There God’s greatness stands majestically.
L: God’s greatness can be within the human heart.
P: Let us honor and praise God with acts of loving kindness and compassion. AMEN. (Rev David Mugadzi, Preeceville-Sturgis United Church, SK)
HYMN #567 Will You Come and Follow Me
Confession and Forgiveness
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Merciful and gracious God, help your people, making us leave sin and live only for you. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit to admit our sins, accept your pardon, and grow into the completeness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Almighty and magnificent God, we approach you today carrying numerous thoughts and emotions. This week has brought us moments of joy and celebration; yet, we find ourselves overwhelmed by worries, doubts, and fears. These negative feelings overshadow your teachings, rendering us like barren soil, incapable of growth. Grant us tranquility. Continue to shower us with your love, for we deeply crave it. Forgive us when we let pessimism suppress your message. Sow once more the seeds of peace, love, hope, and joy, so that we may serve as better disciples in a world that endures so much suffering. Amen.
SUNG RESPONSE: #948 VU (twice)
O God, hear my prayer, O God hear my prayer: when I call answer me.
O God, hear my prayer, O God hear my prayer: come and listen to me.
Here’s the Good News! God is never going to stop showering us with God’s love…..all the time, everywhere……always for us. Hallelujah! Amen. (Rev David Mugadzi, Preeceville-Sturgis United Church, SK).
SUNG RESPONSE: #95 MV How Deep the Peace (twice)
How deep the peace, the confidence, of those whose wrongs are forgiven.
How deep the peace, the confidence, of those whose hearts are healed.
Passing the Peace of Christ (Mark 5)
Christ's love reaches everyone, changing us with grace. Say hello to your siblings with this love. Spread God’s peace. The peace of Christ be with you.
THEME CONVERSATION
CHILDREN’S HYMN:
SCRIPTURE READINGS
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Psalms 48
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Mark 6:1-13
SUNG RESPONSE: #840 VU (sing twice)
Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path.
HYMN: #657 VU He Leadeth Me
BIBLICAL REFLECTIONS
HYMN: #506VU Take My Life
MUSICAL OFFERING
OFFERTORY--DOXOLOGY #191 More Voices: (Twice)
What can I do? What can I bring?
What can I s ay? What can I sing?
I’ll sing with joy. I’ll say a prayer.
I’ll bring my love. I’ll do my share.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
O Faithful God, all that we possess is a gift from Your generous hands. As we present our offerings, we return to You from the bounty You have granted us. May our gifts find favor in Your eyes. Bless these offerings, including those made through PAR and online, and employ them in ministry as You deem appropriate through this congregation. To You be blessing, glory, and honor, eternally. In the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
PRAYERS FOR THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER.
Our Father in heaven hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as 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 for ever. AMEN.
HYMN #563 VU Jesus, You Have Come to the Lakeshore
CLOSING PRAYER AND BENEDICTION
L: Heavenly Father, nurturing Mother, as we conclude this sacred time of worship and fellowship, we stand before You as Your children. We express our gratitude for the blessings received during this church service. May Your presence persist among us as we leave this place. We seek Your guidance and protection for the coming week. Let the words we have heard, the hymns we have sung, and the prayers we have lifted become seeds of change in our lives. May Your love radiate through us, touching those in need. Grant us unity, faith, and fortitude as we proceed as emissaries of Your realm. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
L: Go in Peace
P: Amen
CLOSING HYMN: #884 VU You Shall Go Out with Joy (sing twice)
You shall go out with joy and be led forth with peace;
The mountains and the hills will break forth before you;
There’ll be shouts of joy
And all the trees of the field will clap, will clap their hands!
And all the trees of the field will clap their hands (clap, clap)
The trees of the field will clap their hands (clap, clap)
The trees of the field will clap their hands while you go out with joy.
Order of Service June 30, 2024
Preeceville-Sturgis United Church Pastoral Charge
Minister: David Mugadzi.
Combined Sunday Service at Trinity United 09:30am
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, June 30, 2024
We are a loving, welcoming, and evolving community of Christian faith committed to nurturing spirituality, offering care, and building respect for all.
GREETINGS
L: The grace of our Risen Christ, the love of God our Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
P: And also, with you.
CENTRING HYMN AND CANDLE LIGHTING #400 VU Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying (sing twice)
LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
As a community of Faith, we can begin to show our solidarity with our First Nations neighbours by acknowledging that we meet on Treaty 4 territory which is the traditional land of many peoples, including the Cree, Saulteaux, Assiniboine and Metis Nations.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
OPENING PRAYER:
God of love, we belong to you. We come as we are, with our worries and needs. We desire to connect with you and find healing in your embrace. Increase our faith and heal our wounds, that we may worship you with joy. Amen.
CALL TO WORSHIP: (Psalm 130)
L: Trust in the Lord, like those who rely on God’s grace.
P: God’s steadfast love endures forever.
L: Watch for God, like those who eagerly await the morning.
P: We watch for God, whose power redeems us.
L: Hear God’s hopeful word, like those who long for pardon.
P: Sing praise to God and rejoice in God’s love. Amen. (Rev David Mugadzi, Preeceville-Sturgis United Church, SK)
HYMN #245 VU Praise the Lord with the Sound of Trumpet
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Merciful and gracious God, help your people, making us leave sin and live only for you. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit to admit our sins, accept your pardon, and grow into the completeness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Mighty and awesome God, you are the creator of everything and every part of us. You see our minds and you see our faults. We attempt to conceal our errors, our flaws, our shame and embarrassments. But you see it all, and so we approach you now seeking your mercy. Even as you understand the boundaries of our human abilities, we understand the boundless power of your love. Pardon us, purify us, and make us complete. Amen.
SUNG RESPONSE: #948 VU (twice)
O God, hear my prayer, O God hear my prayer: when I call answer me.
O God, hear my prayer, O God hear my prayer: come and listen to me.
The God who has made us will never desert us. The God of creation is creating still, making us new. The God whose love gave us the gift of Jesus Christ is the same God whose love forgives and sustains us. There is forgiveness and healing with God. God’s steadfast love has the power to redeem our brokenness and make us whole. Amen. (Rev David Mugadzi, Preeceville-Sturgis United Church, SK).
SUNG RESPONSE: #95 MV How Deep the Peace (twice)
How deep the peace, the confidence, of those whose wrongs are forgiven.
How deep the peace, the confidence, of those whose hearts are healed.
Passing the Peace of Christ (Mark 5)
Christ's love reaches everyone, changing us with grace. Say hello to your siblings with this love. Spread God’s peace. The peace of Christ be with you.
THEME CONVERSATION
HYMN: 48 MV I Can Feel You Near Me God
SCRIPTURE READINGS
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Psalms 130
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Mark 5:21-43
HYMN: 186 MV Because Jesus Felt
BIBLICAL REFLECTIONS
HYMN: #132 MV Great Sorrow Prodded Jairus
MUSICAL OFFERING
OFFERTORY--DOXOLOGY #191 More Voices: (Twice)
What can I do? What can I bring?
What can I s ay? What can I sing?
I’ll sing with joy. I’ll say a prayer.
I’ll bring my love. I’ll do my share.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
We trust that you know what the world needs, God, and our faith leads us to give. Bless these offerings and those given through PAR and online, and use them for ministry where you see fit through this congregation and Mission and Service. Amen.
HYMN #79 MV Spirit, Open My Heart
CLOSING PRAYER AND BENEDICTION
L: Christ’s touch has healed you. God’s love has restored you. The Spirit goes with you. Go in peace to share the joy of God’s love. May God's grace accompany you and peace be with you.
P: And also with you.
L: Go in Peace
P: Amen
CLOSING HYMN: #215 MV Peace Be with You (sing twice)
Peace be with you, peace forever, peace be with you, my friends.
Till we meet again, may God be with you.
Peace, peace, peace.