WORSHIP IN CHRIST ALONE TODAY’S ANNOUNCEMENTS CCLI 789218 Song # 3350395 (* Stand, as you are able.) Trumpet & Organ Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring Welcoming Words Dominic Toccacelli Ray Bennett WE ARE CALLED TO WORSHIP * Hymn #73 To God be the Glory * Call to Worship Prayers & The Lord’s Prayer Assurance of Forgiveness All: Thanks be to God. (Please be seated) In Christ alone my hope is found He is my light, my strength, my song; This cornerstone, this solid ground, Firm through the fiercest drought and storm. What heights of love, what depths of peace, When fears are stilled, when strivings cease. My comforter, my all in all, here in the love of Christ I stand. In Christ alone, who took on flesh, fullness of God in helpless Babe! This gift of love and righteousness, scorned by the ones He came to save. ‘Till on the cross as Jesus died, the wrath of God was satisfied. For ev’ry sin on Him was laid; here in the death of Christ I live. ACT OF REMEMBRANCE * * * * * * The Last Post Dominic Toccacelli Moment of Silence Meditation Flowers of the Forest Stewart Gillis Reveille National Anthem #596 O Canada v. 1,2 Placing of the Wreath James Johnston Children’s Time Derek Chisholm (Children in grades 8 & under may gather at the front.) * Praise Song In Christ alone Youth Band CCLI 789218 Song #4640341 Kristina Agur Tim Bruneau I have decided to follow Jesus I have decided to follow Jesus I have decided to follow Jesus No turning back no turning back The world behind me the cross before me The world behind me the cross before me The world behind me the cross before me No turning back no turning back MEMBERSHIP WELCOME SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Aaronic Blessing #606 Closing Prayer * Hymn #504 Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah * Benediction * Blessing Amazing Grace No guilt in life, no fear in death, this is the pow’r of Christ in me; From life’s first cry to final breath, Jesus commands my destiny. No pow’r of hell, no scheme of man, can ever pluck me from His hand; ‘Til He returns or calls me home, here in the pow’r of Christ I’ll stand! I HAVE DECIDED TO FOLLOW JESUS WE HEAR GOD’S WORD Prayer & Scripture Matthew 16: 21-28 (p.1528) Reader This is the Word of the Lord. All Thanks be to God. Tithes, Offerings & Choral Anthem Sermon 1 Kings 19:19-21 (p.556) “Fully Committed” Silent Prayer * Hymn I have decided to follow Jesus There in the ground His body lay, Light of the world by darkness slain; Then, bursting forth in glorious day, up from the grave He rose again! And as He stands in victory, sin’s curse has lost its grip on me: For I am His and He is mine, bought with the precious blood of Christ. And I give myself to You 'Cause You gave Yourself for me And I'll live my life for You 'Cause You gave Your life for me Stewart Gillis During the playing of Amazing Grace you are invited to come forward and place a poppy on one of the wreaths at the front of the church. If you didn’t receive a poppy on the way into the sanctuary this morning, they can be found at the back of the church. Though none go with me still I will follow Though none go with me still I will follow Though none go with me still I will follow No turning back no turning back No turning back no turning back It is a pleasure to welcome all who are worshipping with us this morning. If this is your first time here please sign the Guest Book, located in the church entrance. If you are carrying a cell phone, please remember to turn the sound off during worship. Thanks. GREETING ELDER: PEGGY PEACOCK Colouring pages for children are available at the back of the Sanctuary. Space at the front right hand side of the Sanctuary has been created for little ones and their parents/caregivers. Today, children in grades 8 & under are invited to remain in the service for the Act of Remembrance and to enjoy the baptism. Nursery/Toddler care is provided by Ji Myoung Chisholm in the Church School wing. Today we celebrate Remembrance Day, a memorial day observed since the end of World War I. During the Act of Remembrance we remember and honour the members of the armed forces who have died in the line of duty. Lest we forget. We thank Stewart Gillis (bagpipes) and Dominic Toccacelli (trumpet) who are contributing musically to the service. It is a pleasure to welcome into the fellowship of St. Giles Kingsway: Ellise Amenu by Transfer Ed Bowen by Profession of Faith Tanya Bowen by Profession of Faith. Jasmine Dass by Transfer Nirmal Dass by Transfer It is also a joy to have Ed & Tanya’s little girl baptized. Following the service everyone is invited for refreshments; a time of coffee and conversation in the lower hall. Take a moment to welcome our newest members. You may exit at the rear left and right staircases or through the front right door where an usher will assist you at the elevator. God calls us to prayers of praise and petition. The congregation’s Prayer Team is eager to support you in prayer, with compassion and confidentiality. Please contact Team Leaders: Marguerite Lucas or Beverley McWhinnie with requests for prayer and reasons for praise. Pray that we might recognize all the blessings in our lives and give thanks for them every day of the year. If anyone desires a specific prayer during the Prayers of the People time please write it down and pass it to an usher who will in turn give it to the Pastor. Prayers of the People - Each Sunday, we take the opportunity to remember some in prayer, so that, throughout the year, we might offer prayer and support for every household. You may wish to remember these folks in your private prayers this week as we uphold each other in the SGK family. Nancy Payne, Don Stevenson, Doug & Jackie Nicholson, Don & Mary-Lou Brown, Marilyn Ord Pastoral Note: we encourage you to share with us in times of crisis, illness/hospital stay and we will gladly respond. Please contact the church office (416) 233-8591, Brenda Adamson, or the Minister. TODAY The Pastoral Care Team meets following the service. Please help yourself to refreshments and meet in the Lounge. Joan Dea would like to meet with all the Sunday School children and members of the youth band at the front of the church immediately following the service. THIS WEEK Tues. Nov. 11 7 pm The Lay Advisory Committee meets in the Lounge. 7 pm Fellowship Team Meeting, in the lower hall. Wed. Nov. 12 64th Anniversary of our church. Thurs. Nov 13 7:30 pm Choir Rehearsal in the Sanctuary. Sat. Nov. 15 7 pm Talent Night in the lower hall. Do you have a talent that you want to share with the members of St. Giles Kingsway? Singing, dancing, musical performance, acting, a special recipe, or an athletic skill could all capture the interest of our congregation. We want YOU to participate in the St. Giles Kingsway Presbyterian Talent Night! If you wish to join, please speak to Mackenzie Oldfield It will be a fun time! Sun. Nov. 16 9:15 am Bible Study, in the Lounge. 10:30 am WORSHIP IN THE SANCTUARY 1 Kings 21: 17-29, “Redemptive Rebuke” Preacher: Tim Bruneau 11:45 am Join us in the lower hall for refreshments. 12:15 pm Youth meet for pizza lunch in the Sports Hall at 12:15 pm, and then split into two groups: JR. Youth (Gr. 6-8) & SR. Youth (Gr. 9 to 12) for discussion, games and song. GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY GROUP meets at 9:15 am in the Lounge Are you seeking to understand how to live the Christian faith and life? Wondering how to faithfully walk with Christ amidst everyday life? Do you have more questions than answers? Welcome! You are in the right place. Currently we are working through the book of Galatians by asking questions, seeking answers, and struggling to understand how our faith can equip us to live out our Christian faith in a complex and fast paced world. UPCOMING EVENTS Sat. Nov. 29 5-7 pm Advent Eve Craft Event, will be held in the Sports Hall. Join us for Crafts BBQ Hot Dogs Fellowship Carolling Hot Apple Cider. RSVP Church Office: 416-233-8591 (seating is limited). MISSION at ST. GILES KINGSWAY Mission: To educate the congregation about the mission of Jesus Christ and to involve the congregation in that mission through both evangelism and social action. We are excited to share some of the things we are planning as a Missions Team with you, the congregation, on this special Sunday. We want to reach out with the love of Christ to our neighbours. We are partnering with the Nurture teams Advent Eve Christmas Craft event (Nov. 29) to encourage neighbours to join in with us to sing some carols remembering the true meaning of Christmas: God coming to us in the Saviour, Jesus Christ. We will be reaching out to those in need through Christmas hampers. We will be learning more about the Jane Finch Reaching Up ministries, and how we can support this mission and take some responsibility on also. We will be hosting Watoto [African Children's Choir] in April, to expand our perspective of the great needs in the most desperate areas in the world. We are glad to be called to serve God in these ways, and welcome your engagement and involvement on this vital team of our Church family. Convenor: Jim Billington PASTORAL STAFF MINISTER The Rev. Tim Bruneau, [email protected] MINISTER EMERITUS The Rev. Dr. William J. Adamson STUDENT MINISTER Mr. Noel Ramsey, [email protected] DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Ms. Ran Kim, [email protected] ADMIN ASSISTANT Mrs. Heather Carver, [email protected] REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY November 9th 2014 10:30 am 1 Kings 19:19-21 “Fully Committed” 15 Lambeth Road, Toronto, M9A 2Y6 416.233.8591 [email protected] stgileskingsway.com
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