SERMON NOTES
CENTRAL
PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH
Central Presbyterian Church
165 Charlton Avenue West
Hamilton, ON L8P 2C8
905.522.9098
[email protected]
www.cpchamilton.ca
Church Office Hours:
Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
(Office closed from 12:00 to 1:00 for lunch)
Clerk of Session – Mary Edwards
Chair of Trustees – Scott Barnard
Fellowship Chair – Beth Mackay Reilly
Discipleship Chair – Jeremy Sandor
Mission Chair – David Wilson
Resource Management Chair – Frances Searle
Worship Chair – Elspeth Thomson
905-388-3407
905-383-2770
905-525-2704
905-525-4027
905-527-8675
905-679-9098
905-522-8866 Interim Moderator: The Rev. Curtis Bablitz
Ministry Associate: The Rev. Harry McWilliams
Minister Emeritus: The Rev. Dr. Alan M. McPherson
Director of Music: Paul Grimwood
Director of Family Ministries (Faith Finders): Sara Traficante
CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
February 15, 2015 – 10:30 a.m. ~ The Sacrament of Baptism ~
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PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION
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RESPONSIVE READING (p. 504)
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GLORIA PATRI
Psalm 29
OUR APPROACH TO GOD
Grave and Adagio (Sonata 2)
Felix Mendelssohn
OLD TESTAMENT (p. 672)
A MOMENT OF SILENCE
Isaiah 43:1-7
ANTHEM – Sing we merrily
THE CALL TO WORSHIP
NEW TESTAMENT (p. 34)
* HYMN – Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
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Lector: This is the word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
PRAYERS OF ADORATION, CONFESSION & PARDON
SERMON: ‘THROUGH WATER AND FIRE’
The Rev. Curtis Bablitz
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
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HYMN – Jesus, Friend so kind and gentle
* HYMN – O Love that casts out fear
OUR RESPONSE TO GOD
THE OFFERING
PARENTS’ BAPTISMAL VOWS
CONGREGATIONAL PROMISE
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THE APOSTLE’S CREED
SOLO – The Call
Tom Fleming, bass
See Insert
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
THE BAPTISM
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THE AARONIC BLESSING – The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord
make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. The Lord lift up His
countenance upon you and give you peace.
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HYMN – Jesus, Friend so kind and gentle
(Children leave for Faith Finders)
GOD SPEAKS TO US
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Ralph Vaughan Williams
THE DOXOLOGY AND PRESENTATION OF GIFTS
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.
PRAYERS OF DEDICATION, THANKSGIVING & SUPPLICATION
THE LORD’S PRAYER [trespasses]
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* HYMN – All the way my Saviour leads me
ELDER’S PRAYER
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER: IN UNISON
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340 vs. 1, 2
PREAMBLE
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Mark 1:1-11
See Insert
340 vs. 3
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* THE BENEDICTION (You are invited to join with the choir in the Amen)
Allegro maestoso and fugue (Sonata 2)
Felix Mendelssohn
* Indicates standing. Please feel free to remain seated.
ANTHEM – Sing we merrily
Sing we merrily unto God our strength; make a cheerful noise unto the
God of Jacob. Take the psalm, bring hither the tabret, the merry harp with
the lute. Blow up the trumpet in the new moon, even in the time
appointed, and upon our solemn feast day. For this was made a statute for
Israel and a law of the God of Jacob. Alleluia.
FAITH FINDERS: A Family Prayer
Loving God,
We know your son, Jesus, taught us to hold on tight to true values. To respect and help people. To treat people
well and not to cheat them in any way. Help us always to stick to the true Way. Amen
CHARLTON CLUB:
Charlton Club, a group for young people in Grades 6 to 12, meets on Wednesday evenings from 6-8 pm on the
following dates: February 4 - April 29 with the exception of March 18 (March break). Please note the
change in time.
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6:00-6:15 Sign in and snack
6:15-6:45 Worship Skills
6:45-7:15 Recreation
7:15-8:00 Bible Time
SOLO – The Call
Ralph Vaughan Williams
Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life: Such a Way, as gives us breath: Such
a Truth, as ends all strife: Such a Life, as killeth death. Come, my Light,
my Feast, my Strength: Such a Light, as shows a feast: Such a Feast, as
mends in length: Such a Strength, as makes his guest. Come, my Joy, my
Love, my Heart: Such a Joy, as none can move: Such a Love, as none can
part: Such a Heart, as joyes in love.
THE BENEDICTION:
All young people from Central, neighbouring churches and the community are most welcome to attend.
Charlton Club is an intergenerational midweek program bringing young people and adults together through play, Bible
teaching, dinner and worship. Visitors are always welcome!
~ A warm welcome to The Rev. Curtis Bablitz, Interim Moderator,
who leads us in worship this morning. ~
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER: IN UNISON
Holy God, Father of us all, remind us of your promise given in our own baptism, and
renew our trust in you. You have called us from death to life and we offer ourselves
to you. Make us strong to obey your will and bind us to your Word, that we may
faithfully serve you and with your church through all ages praise and thank you for
your redeeming love in Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.
Notes for First-Time Worshippers at Central
We invite you to take home the bookmark from the Welcome Card, as a
reminder of your visit. If you would like to know more about us, fill in
the information insert in the card, detach it and place it on the offering plate.
Before you leave, please sign the guest book in the vestibule.
Infant care is available during the service. Please feel free to keep your
little ones with you in church. For the nursery, go through the door at the
front of the sanctuary (right side). Once through, walk to the end of the
corridor where you will see the nursery. Washrooms are available in the
same corridor. Children are invited to attend Faith Finders during the
worship service. Our congregation follows the Presbyterian Church in
Canada Leading with Care policy, which seeks to ensure a “Climate of
Safety for Children, Youth and Vulnerable Adults”.
Receiving Baptism this morning is Juniper Rose Sandor,
daughter of Jeremy and Christine Sandor.
TODAY
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Welcome & Announcements: Sara Traficante
Lector: Kennedy Altenburg
Offering Prayers: Rev. Dr. Alan McPherson
Duty Manager: Jim Kilby
Greeters: Brian and Eleanor Gallaugher and their children,
Michael and Meaghan
Head Usher: Jim Ruddle
Nursery This Week: Adrienne Seabrook and Kelly Pearce
Nursery Next Week: Brigitte Ziemann and Linda Pearson
Sunday Custodian: Mindi Hood
~ 11:40 am – Refreshments in the Church Hall ~
THIS WEEK IN THE CONGREGATION
MONDAY
TUESDAY
10:30 am – Home Group Meeting at the home of Dave
and Mary Edwards.
10:00 am - ‘Knit & Knatter’ in the Guild Room. New
knitters most welcome to come and help us knit hats,
scarves, prayer shawls and baby blankets.
4:30 pm – Trustee Meeting in the Allan Room.
7:30 pm – Mission Committee Meeting in the Allan
Room.
7:30 pm – RMC Committee Meeting in the Board
Room.
WEDNESDAY
6:00 pm – Charlton Club meets in the Church Hall.
THURSDAY
10:00 am – Home Group Meeting led by Jim Dunlop in
the Guild Room.
4:00 pm – Hamilton Out of the Cold in the Church Hall.
7:30 pm – Home Group Meeting at the home of Donna
and Rev. Franklin Thomas.
SATURDAY
9:00 am – Chapel Prayers in McPherson Chapel.
SUNDAY
10:00 am – Prayer Circle in the Guild Room.
10:15 am – Prayers in the Vestry.
10:30 am – Worship.
3:00 pm – Sundays At Three.
~ ELDERS: Please pick up your Communion Packages from the
Narthex before you leave today. ~
THE PRAYER TEAM confidentially prays for your concerns. Please
contact Karen McWilliams.
NEWS FROM THE PEWS – Please remember and continue to keep
Dawn Salemi, Eileen Reynolds, Kay Lumsden, Doris Middleton,
Jean Walker, Phyllis Wilson, Gordon Brownhill, Glenn Gibson,
Richard Phillips and Chuck Scott in your prayers.
CHANCEL FLOWERS – If you would like to place flowers in the chancel on
a specific Sunday morning throughout the year, please call Johanna de Bruin.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETIING - Please make note that the date of the
Annual General Meeting is next Sunday, February 22nd, 2015. A light
luncheon will be served immediately after the worship service followed by the
annual meeting in the Church Hall. We encourage everyone to attend -- this is
your chance to be informed and involved in the life of your church
community! Hope to see you there.
CENTRAL’S UPCOMING ANNUAL MEETING - If you would like to
contribute to the luncheon provided before the meeting, please place your name
beside one of the menu items outlined on the sign-up sheet in the Church Hall.
two, clap hands, tap toes and sing along. This will be an evening you won’t
want to miss. Free admission. A free will offering will be taken.
COPIES of the Daily Devotional Booklet ‘Today’ for Mar/Apr 2015 are
available on the small tables throughout the Church. You are encouraged to
“Take Ten”, that is to take ten minutes each day to read and then reflect on
the Bible text and commentary printed in the booklet. It will help you grow
as a more disciplined disciple of Jesus.
SUNDAYS AT THREE – Beginning next Sunday, February 22nd, join
Chris Teeuwsen, organist of MacNab Presbyterian Church, as he performs
music by Langlais, Reger and Bach. Free will offering
FOOD DRIVE – We are continuing to collect donations of non-perishable
food items which will be given through Hamilton Food Share to less fortunate
Hamilton families. Please place any items that you bring in the blue boxes
located at the front entrance in the narthex. A list of “Most Needed Items” has
been posted for your consideration. Thank you in advance for your donations!
MEN’S BREAKFAST CLUB – The next meeting of the Men’s Breakfast
Club is on Saturday, February 28th at 8:00 am in the Church Hall. This is
an excellent opportunity to meet up for good food and a time for fellowship.
Full breakfast will be available at a cost of $7.00. Please make sure you sign
up in advance on the list in the Church Hall.
PRAYER CIRCLE – During the vacancy, you are invited to join us in a time
of prayer each Sunday morning at 10:00 am in the Guild Room. Everyone
welcome.
THE REV. HARRY McWILLIAMS will be away on vacation from January
19th to February 23rd. In the event of a pastoral emergency during this time,
please contact either your district elder or The Rev. Curtis Bablitz who can be
reached at 905.335.2640 (Brant Hills Presbyterian Church) or 905.464.2082
(cell phone).
SAVE THE DATE - THE TORCHMEN ARE COMING TO CENTRAL!
– Saturday, April 18th, 2015 at 7:30 pm. Known for years for their Southern
Gospel Music, this male quartet has touched many souls with the ageless
message of Christ. Their audiences have been known to laugh, shed a tear or
I believe in God, the Father Almighty; creator of heaven
and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God=s only Son, Our Lord, Who
was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and
was buried; He descended to the dead. On the third day
He rose again; He ascended into heaven and is seated at
the right hand of the Father, and He will come to judge the
living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the
communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the
resurrection of the body and the life everlasting.
Amen.