Saturday 26 April 2014

ANNOUNCEMENTS SUNDAY APRIL 27TH 2014

Participating through leadership in worship this morning are:

Organist: Al Fougere

Greeter (St. M.): Archie & Elaine Noseworthy

(St. D.): Bruce Oliver

Lay Reader (St. M.): Clark Brander

Lay Reader (St. D.): Arnold Mac Lean

Collectors (St. M.): Archie & Elaine Noseworthy,

Brenda Mac Innis, John Langley

Collectors (St. D.): James Mac Fadyen, Iaian Langley

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday 9-12 noon, Nan at St. Mark’s

Tuesday 9-12 noon, Nan at St. Mark’s

Wednesday 9-12 noon Nan at St. David’s, Jane at St. Mark’s

Thursday 9 – 12 noon Jane at St. Mark’s

Friday – Minister’s Day Off, 9-12 noon Jane at St. Mark’s

Prayer Shawl Knitting Circle Knitters and crocheters gather together in the parlour of St. Mark’s on the 3^rd Monday of each month. Next time of gathering is May 19^th at 1:00 p.m.

April 30, 2014 – 10:30 a.m. Service at Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home.

Congratulations!!! Lana MacLean will receive a Master of Divinity Degree from the Atlantic School of Theology, Saturday, May 03,2014 at 11:00am. The Convocation will be held at St. Benedict Parish, Halifax. The ceremony is open to the public.

Food Bank donations are received on the last Sunday of the month.

Donations are being received today!

ST. MARK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS

St. Mark’s Courtesy Car: Contact person for the Courtesy Car is Andy Palmer. His telephone number is 625-2748.

FUNDSCRIP

April order Sunday will be April 27^th . Please contact Patsy Brander at 625-1062 or Bonnie Dawson at 625-3838 if you have any questions about how to join the program.

**Is your child graduating this year? The Christian Education Committee are gathering the names of all 2014 graduates. To ensure that we haven't missed anyone, could you please contact Elizabeth (elizabethlangdon@live.ca) or 625-5922. Thank you!**

**The CE Committee are gathering the names of all Grade 2 students. To ensure that we haven't missed any names, could you please send the name of your child to Elizabeth (elizabethlangdon@live.ca) or 625-5922. Thank you!**

St. Mark's gardening enthusiasts: Interested in working with Nan on improving the outdoor space at the front of St. Mark's? Speak to Nan who is looking for both ideas and helping hands. More information on this ongoing project to follow.

Lay Readers:

May 4^th – David Chapman

May 11^th – Bruce Corrigan

May 18^th – Denis Bernarad

May 25^th – Brenda Mac Innis

May 27^th – St. Mark’s Congregational Board Meeting. Please note change of date.

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ST. DAVID’S ANNOUNCEMENTS

St. David’s Lay Readers:

May 4^th – Bob Downard

May 11^th – Bonnie Hatcher

May 18^th – Dave Pringle

May 25^th – Mary Jess Mac Donald

Yard Sale & Bake Sale St. Davids June 07th 2014 at St. David’s church hall......0830 to 1200 am

Hall Cleaners for April are Heather Graham, Grace Pilgrim

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Time for the Garden: An open meeting to see if there is interest in starting a local Garden Club. Monday, April 28th, 7:00 p.m. at St. Mark's United Church. Let's get growing!

The Big Spring Market, Sun. May 4th, 10am-1pm, Port Hawkesbury Fire Hall. Table rentals are $10. Free admission for shoppers. Reserve at 631-0959 or sampson.denise@gmail.com. Sponsored by Ryan Highland Dancers.

Leeside Transition House is hosting its 7th annual Dessert Cafe and Silent Auction on May 4, 2014 at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre from 2-4 PM. Tickets are $15 and to get your ticket please call Leeside at 625-1990.

Food Handlers Course April 28^th from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall sponsored by St. Joseph’s CWL. All welcome. No Charge

There will be an evening of prayer, music and scripture for families and friends of those who have died while in the care of St. Martha’s Regional Hospital from August 1^st, 2013 to January 31^st, 2014. This service will be held in the Clare Marie Auditorium (former St. Martha’s Chapel) on Tuesday, May 13^th, 2014 at 7:15 p.m. Refreshments will follow. We look forward to seeing you.

The Port Hawkesbury School of Gaelic presents the Documentary"The Battle that Made Britain" Historical Intro by Jeff Mac Donald Monday, May 5th, 7 to 9pm KOC Bldg; Port Hawkesbury Tea and Oatcakes Donations only

ORDER OF SERVICE SUNDAY APRIL 27TH 2014-2ND OF EASTER

The Congregations of St. Mark’s and St. David’s

United Church of Canada

Port Hawkesbury/Port Hastings, NS

Office: 625-2229, Fax 625-3597, e-mail: stmarks1@eastlink.ca

Blog: http://ourcontactonline.blogspot.com/

Minister: Nan Corrigan D. M.

Minister of Music: Al Fougere

April 27^th, 2014--2^nd Sunday of Easter

* please stand as able

John 20:19–31 As Jesus continues to appear to his disciples and friends, someone is missing – Thomas. He had heard the message of Jesus’ resurrection, but it was the experience of seeing and the offer to touch the risen Christ that helped him fully believe. How different is this experience from your own? Is hearing a lesson, reading it, or completing it going to help you understand it? There are many ways to experience the risen Christ, and we should be open to all the ways Christ is around us and working in the world today.

This week – experience the risen Christ in a tangible way by putting your faith into action. Volunteer at your church or a local ministry with the poor or reach out to someone in your community who could really use a helping hand.

Announcements The Work of Church and Community

WE GATHER TO WORSHIP GOD

Greeting

One: The peace of Christ be with you. All: And with your spirit.

* Introit Kum ba yah, my Lord—2^nd time Come by here, my Lord

Call to Worship

One: Peace to you this day, as you come through open doors;

All: God’s peace to you.

One: Peace to you who hide behind locked doors;

All: God’s peace to you.

One: Peace to you who come with more doubt than faith;

All: God’s peace to you.

One: Peace to you who seek the path to life;

All: we come, trusting God’s goodness and grace.

Opening Prayer

God of new life, as we continue to reflect on the happenings of Easter, renew our joy and trust in you; encourage our faith, so that although we do not see you, yet we are able to believe and rejoice in you. Amen.

* Hymn Thine Is the Glory VU 173

Prayer for Wholeness

Words of Affirmation

WE LISTEN FOR GOD’S WORD

Acts 2:14a, 22–32 Peter preaches on Pentecost.

This is the witness of the early church. All: Thanks be to God.

Psalm 16 In you, God, I take refuge. VU 738

*Hymn In the Bulb There Is a Flower VU 703

The Gospel Acclamation

Opening the Word Based on John 20:19–31 Thomas is amazed

The Lord’s Prayer

Reflection

WE RESPOND IN FAITH

* Hymn Because He Lives Printed

Minute for Mission

Offering Our Gifts to God

*Offering Prayer

God of life, we have not seen you, yet respond in faith as we bring these offerings. May those who receive them find hope and encouragement and the reassurance of your love. Amen.

Prayers of the People

One: do not abandon them, All: but show the path that leads to life.

WE GO TO SERVE GOD

* Hymn Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Give Thanks VU 179

* Commissioning and Benediction

One: The God of resurrection does not abandon you;

the One with wounded hands speaks peace to you;

and the Spirit who brings new birth fills you with joy.

All: We go as witnesses to all that God has done!

* Choral Amen

Wednesday 23 April 2014

Celebrating Easter Sunday at St. Mark's

Releasing the Alleluias!

Little girls love to celebrate Easter in style!

Coffee Time - time to mingle with old friends.

Tuesday 22 April 2014

EASTER SENIORS' LUNCHEON

St. Mark's Easter Seniors Luncheon Thursday, April 24th at 12:00 noon

Join us for light lunch and conversation.

Monday 21 April 2014

CERTIFICATE OF THANKSGIVING-CELEBRATING WHAT WE GAVE TO M & S IN 2013

Friday 18 April 2014

ANNOUNCEMENTS SUNDAY APRIL 20TH 2014-EASTER SUNDAY

Participating through leadership in worship this morning are:

Organist: Al Fougere

Greeter (St. M.): Archie & Elaine Noseworthy

(St. D.): Bruce Oliver

Lay Reader (St. M.): Joyce Oliver Snair

Lay Reader (St. D.): Margie Mac Intyre

Lenten Triad (St. M.): Lucille Evans and Lucy MacDonald

(St. D.): Ian Mac Kinnon

Collectors (St. M.): Archie & Elaine Noseworthy,

Brenda Mac Innis, John Langley

Collectors (St. D.): James Mac Fadyen, Iaian Langley

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday 9-12 noon, Nan at St. Mark’s

Tuesday 9-12 noon, Nan at St. Mark’s

Wednesday 9-12 noon Nan at St. David’s, Jane at St. Mark’s

Thursday 9 – 12 noon Jane at St. Mark’s

Friday – Minister’s Day Off, 9-12 noon Jane at St. Mark’s

Food Bank donations are received on the last Sunday of the month.

Prayer Shawl Knitting Circle Knitters and crocheters gather together in the parlour of St. Mark’s on the 3^rd Monday of each month. Next time of gathering is April 21st at 1:00 p.m.

April 30, 2014 – 10:30 a.m. Service at Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home.

Congratulations!!! Lana MacLean will receive a Master of Divinity Degree from the Atlantic School of Theology, Saturday, May 03, 2014 at 11:00 am. The Convocation will be held at St. Benedict Parish, Halifax. The ceremony is open to the public.

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ST. MARK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS

St. Mark’s Courtesy Car: Contact person for the Courtesy Car is Andy Palmer. His telephone number is 625-2748.

St. Mark's Easter Seniors Luncheon, Thursday, April 24th at 12:00 noon. Join us for light lunch and conversation.

FUNDSCRIP

April order Sundays will be April 13^th and 27^th and delivery days will be Sunday April 6^th and MONDAY April 21^st.

Promotions for April are:

Sears (includes Sears Home & Sears Travel) 5% ( Regular 3% )

SpaFinder Wellness 12% ( Regular 10% )

Cabela’s 7% (Regular 4% )

Please contact Patsy Brander at 625-1062 or Bonnie Dawson at 625-3838 if you have any questions about how to join the program.

**The CE Committee are gathering the names of all Grade 2 students. To ensure that we haven't missed any names, could you please send the name of your child to Elizabeth (elizabethlangdon@live.ca) or 625-5922. Thank you!**

St. Mark's gardening enthusiasts: Interested in working with Nan on improving the outdoor space at the front of St. Mark's? Speak to Nan who is looking for both ideas and helping hands. More information on this ongoing project to follow.

Lay Readers:

April 27^th – Clark Brander

May 4^th – David Chapman

May 11^th – Bruce Corrigan

May 18^th – Denis Bernarad

May 25^th – Brenda Mac Innis

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ST. DAVID’S ANNOUNCEMENTS

St. David’s Lay Readers:

April 27 – Arnold Mac Lean

May 4^th – Bob Downard

May 11^th – Bonnie Hatcher

May 18^th – Dave Pringle

May 25^th – Mary Jess Mac Donald

Yard sale & Bake Sale St. Davids June 07th 2014 at St. David’s church hall......0830 to 1200 am

Hall Cleaners for April are Heather Graham, Grace Pilgrim

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Time for the Garden: An open meeting to see if there is interest in starting a local Garden Club. Monday, April 28th, 7:00 p.m. at St. Mark's United Church. Let's get growing!

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Friday, April 25^th at 11:00 a.m.,West Bay United Church, West Bay, celebration of the life of Rev. Jim Bragan.

Fellowship immediately following in the Community Hall right beside the church. Jim passed away suddenly on January 2^nd following a cardiac arrest.

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Food Handlers Course April 28^th from 6:30-9:30p.m. at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall sponsored by St. Joseph’s CWL. All welcome. No Charge

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EASTER SUNRISE APRIL 20TH 2014-ST. DAVID'S

The Congregations of St. Mark’s and St. David’s

United Church of Canada

Port Hawkesbury/Port Hastings, NS
Easter Sunrise Service

April 20 2014

6:00 a.m. Outdoors St. David’s United Church

Ministers: Each one of us

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WE GATHER TOGETHER

OPENING WORDS
Before new life springs from the ground
there is a seed… (silence)
Before the sun shines on a new day
there is the setting of the moon… (silence)
Before we know the joy of community
there is aloneness… (silence)
Before music is heard
there is stillness… (silence)
Before Easter alleluias are shouted
there is a time to remember… (silence)

LIGHTING THE NEW FIRE

This is the dawn of a new creation: come to the new fire!

WE APPROACH GOD

CALL TO WORSHIP (inspired by Psalm 118:19–24)

One: Open wide the way to renewed life

that all may enter and give thanks to God.

Two: Our prayers have been answered,

and God has become our salvation.

One: This is Love's doing;

it is marvellous in our eyes.

Two: This is the day that God has made;

let us rejoice and be glad in it.

Easter Greeting 3 times

One & Two: Alleluia! Christ is risen!

Response: Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!

HYMN This Is the Day

1, 4 This is the day, this is the day

that our God has made, that our God has made;

we will rejoice, we will rejoice
,

and be glad in it, and be glad in it.

This is the day that our God has made,

we will rejoice and be glad in it.

This is the day, this is the day

that our God has made.

2 Open to us, open to us

your gates, O God, your gates, O God;

we will go in, we will go in,

to your holy place, to your holy place.

Open to us your gates, O God,

we will go in to your holy place.

Open to us, open to us

your gates, O God.

3 You are our God, you are our God,

we will praise your name, we will praise your name;

we will give thanks, we will give thanks,

for your faithfulness, for your faithfulness
.

You are our God, we will praise your name,

we will give thanks for your faithfulness.

You are our God, you are our God,

we will praise your name.

OPENING PRAYER

Response: All: Thank you, God of life!

PASSING THE PEACE We share the Easter Greeting as above

WE LISTEN FOR GOD'S WORD

Psalm 118:1-2, 14-17 (a candle) God's steadfast love endures

forever. A Candle is brought forward.

Sing (echo): Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Amen!

Psalm 118:18-24 (a stone) The rejected stone becomes the

cornerstone. A Stone is brought forward.

Sing (echo): Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Amen!

Colossians 3:1-4 (empty cross) Set your mind on things above.

An empty Cross is brought forward.

Sing (echo): Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Amen!

HYMN Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Give Thanks VU#179

Hallelujah, hallelujah.

Give thanks to the risen Christ;

hallelujah, hallelujah!

Give praise to God's name.

1 Jesus is Lord of all the earth,

firstborn of all creation. R

2 Spread the good news o'er all the earth:

Jesus has died and is risen. R

3 We have been crucified with Christ,

now we shall live for ever. R

4 Come let us praise the living God,

joyfully sing to our Saviour. R

Matthew 28:1-10 Mary and the Empty Tomb

WE RESPOND TO GOD'S WORD

PRAYER

God of uprisings, God of the rising sun, the rising tide, the rising wind, the rising mist, the rising crocuses, you have raised Jesus Christ from the dead, raising our hopes to the skies, opening up glorious new possibilities for our living, for our dying, for our living again. Raise us to new life here and now, that we may walk in faith and love every day. We ask it in the name of the Risen One, the One who taught us to pray saying: Our Father who...

Written by Jeanne Manning Stright, St. Paul’s U. C., Halifax, N.S. Gathering, Lent/Easter 2013, page 39. Used with permission.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & LIGHTING OF CANDLES

Consider a person or a situation that the power of new life can

transform. Light a tealight and place it near the Christ candle.

SENDING OUT AND BLESSING

Let us go forth in the name of the risen Christ,

rejoicing in the new life open before us this Easter day.

And may the blessing of God,

Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer of all life,

be with us now and always. Amen.

HYMN Fresh As the Morning MV28

1. God of the Bible, God in the Gospel,

hope seen in Jesus, hope yet to come,

you are our centre, daylight or darkness,

freedom or prison you are our home.

REFRAIN

Fresh as the morning, sure as the sunrise,

God always faithful, You do not change.

Fresh as the morning, sure as the sunrise,

God always faithful, You do not change.

2. God in our struggles, God in our hunger,

suffering with us, taking our part,

still you empow’r us, mothering Spirit
,

feeding, sustaining, from your own heart.

REFRAIN

3. Those without status, those who are nothing,

You have made royal, gifted with rights,

chosen as partners, midwives of justice
,

birthing new systems, lighting new lights.

REFRAIN

4. Not by your finger, not by your anger,

will our world order change in a day,

but, by your people, fearless and faithful,

small paper lanterns, lighting the way.

REFRAIN

5. Hope we must carry, shining and certain

through all our turmoil, terror and loss,

bonding us gladly, one to the other,

‘til our world changes, facing the cross.

REFRAIN

Words: Shirley Erena Murray. Music: Tony E. Alonso.

www.giamusic.com. 800-442-1358. Used by permission.

The light is carried into the church as we sing the last verse.