The Communities of Faith of St. Mark’s and St. David’s
REGION 15, United Church of Canada
Port Hawkesbury/Port Hastings, NS
Office: 625-2229, Fax 625-3597, e-mail: stmarksuc@gmail.com
Ministers: The Whole People of God
Ministering through leadership this morning are:
Worship Leader: Members of the Worship Committee
Organist: Adam Cooke
Lay Reader: Archie Noseworthy
Mission Moment: Linda Howlett
Greeter/Collectors: Annabel Butts, Jean Wilson
Counters: Clark Brander, Dave Chapman
Counters (St. D.): Marie Davis, Ashley Mac Leod
Children’s Sunday November 17, 2019: It’s Not Fair
Gathering
Lighting the Christ Candle
Acknowledgement of Traditional Territory
Call to Worship
Whole congregation:
Hymn: I Have Called You by Your Name MV 161
Opening Litany:
Young at Heart Time:
Children’s Hymn:
This Little Light Of Mine Traditional (Printed)
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Won't let Satan blow it out.
I'm gonna let it shine.
Won't let Satan blow it out.
I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Let it shine til Jesus comes.
I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine til Jesus comes.
I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Hide it under a bushel, no!
I'm gonna let it shine.
Hide it under a bushel, no!
I'm gonna let it shine, Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Let it shine over the whole wide world,
I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine over the whole wide world,
I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine...
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Won't let Satan blow it out.
I'm gonna let it shine.
Won't let Satan blow it out.
I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Let it shine til Jesus comes.
I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine til Jesus comes.
I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Hide it under a bushel, no!
I'm gonna let it shine.
Hide it under a bushel, no!
I'm gonna let it shine, Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Let it shine over the whole wide world,
I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine over the whole wide world,
I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine...
Young at Heart Time:
Walking with God
First Reading: Matthew 18:2‒6 (True Greatness)
Second Reading: Proverbs 31:8‒9 (Speak Out)
Third Reading: Luke 10:25‒37 (The Good Samaritan)
Hymn: Long Ago and Far Away MV 195
Sermo:
Holding the Light for Others
Offering
Offertory Hymn: The Butterfly Song
Prayer of Dedication:
Prayers of the People:
Sung response: Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying VU 400
Spirit of God, blow through this room today bringing memories of all the gifts you have given us: the childhood delights, the middle-age joys, the later-year smiles, and the moments of encouragement and comfort along the way. In this world that thrives on telling us we can do it ourselves if we just get the right education or buy the right product, help us to remember our childlike nature—that our lives are a series of gifts from you, from our first breath to our relationships to our last walk with you. Open our eyes to see how we and our fellow creatures are miracles to stand in awe of. Breathe your life into us and make us great servants of peace.
Sung response: Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying VU 400
Holy Teacher, as we move into a week that includes home, work, and worldly happenings, may we be blessed to serve others and lift up the children. As we look out at the world of broken hearts, may we find Christ’s courage to serve those who have been hurt by violence, abuse, sexual assault, racism, poverty, war, and famine. Remind us that we are not alone. We are not required to solve every problem, but we are not exempt from doing what is ours to do. Breathe your life into us and make us great servants of justice.
Sung response: Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying VU 400
God of community, blow through this room today bringing healing and comfort to all who need you. May each one of us feel, in the stillness of our praying, your embrace around us. Today, we ask for healing for our friends in discomfort; We pray for (list those in need of prayer). Today we pray for ourselves; hear us in the silence as we lift our joys and sorrows to you (time of silence for personal prayers). Holy One, Breathe your life into us and make us great servants of your beloved creation.
Sung response: Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying VU 400
Holy One, we lift these prayers to you, with one final prayer: that we might be part of your answer to us. Amen.
Closing Hymn: Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying VU 400
Commissioning and Benediction
Sung Benediction: Walk with Me VU 649
Music sends us out.
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OFFICE HOURS:
Thursday and Friday, 8 -12 noon, Jane at St. Mark’s
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The “UPPER ROOM” for November - December are available.
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Food Bank donations are received on the last Sunday of the month.
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Deadline for information for the bulletin is Thursday at noon.
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St. Mark’s: Services are at 9:30 a.m.
December 1st – First Sunday in Advent
Rev. Janice Aylward with Communion
St. David’s: Services are at 11:00 a.m.
November 24th 2019 - Sandi Irving
December 8th - Patti Stephenson
December 22nd - Sandi Irving
December 24th - Christmas Eve 4 p.m.
Rev. Janice Aylward with Communion
January 5th - Patti Stephenson
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PLEASE NOTE: Prayer Shawl Knitting Group: Knitters and crocheters gather in the parlour of St. Mark’s on the 3rd Monday of each month. The next time of gathering is November 18th at 1:00 p.m. You are asked to keep in mind any donations for St. Mark’s Christmas Tea and Sale on November 29th.
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ST. MARK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Congregation of St. Mark's will meet on December 1st at 3:00 p.m. to discuss/approve “The Cost Sharing Agreement with St. David's Church”.
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FundScrip
The December FundScrip Order Date is Sunday, December 1st and the Delivery Date is Sunday, December 8th.
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November/December Promotions:
Esso 3% ( Regular 2% )
Shell 3% ( Regular 2% )
Sally Beauty 12% ( Regular 10%)
Winners/Home Sense 8% ( Regular 6%)
Rona 4% (Regular 3%)
La Vie en Rose/Bikini Village 11% (Regular 8%)
Stokes/ThinkKitchen 8% ( Regular 6%)
The Ultimate Dining Card 7% (Regular 5%)
(Mario’s, Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s etc.)
Please contact Patsy Brander at 902-625-1062 or Bonnie Dawson at 902-625-3838 if you wish to join the program or have any questions.
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Lay Readers:
December 1st – Larry Evans
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November 29th 7 - 9 p.m.
St. Mark’s United Church Annual Christmas Tea and Sale
Bake Table, Crafts, Knitting and New to You tables.
Admission $5.00 – Door Prize.
The Church will be open Thursday (November 28) 6 - 8 p.m. and after 1 p.m. on Friday to receive donations.
Thanks to all who have donated to this event in the past. Looking forward to your continued support.
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The Hanging of the Greens Service will take place on Wednesday, December 4th at 7 p.m. Anyone who wished to donate poinsettia are asked to have them available on December 1st.
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ST. DAVID’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
There will be a Congregational Meeting at St. David's on Sunday November 17th at 3:00 PM. Pastor Maggie Plant, our supervisor will be attending. The meeting is to address the cost sharing agreement with St. Mark's. Please make every effort to attend, as this is a very important meeting.
Please note: The Official Board meeting will follow the congregational meeting.
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Lay Readers:
November 24th – Lisa Rhynold
December 8Th -
December 22nd – Julia Mac Kinnon
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Hall Cleaners for November are: Claudette and Ashley Fox
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Saturday, November 23rd at 9 a.m. - Decorating for Christmas
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Sunday, November 24th – The Angel Tree will be set up for anyone who wishes to take an angel.
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FundScrip
The Dec. FundScrip Order Date is Sunday, December 1st and the Delivery Date is Sunday, December 8th.
November/December Promotions:
Esso 3% ( Regular 2% )
Shell 3% ( Regular 2% )
Sally Beauty 12% ( Regular 10%)
Winners/Home Sense 8% ( Regular 6%)
Rona 4% (Regular 3%)
La Vie en Rose/Bikini Village 11% (Regular 8%)
Stokes/ThinkKitchen 8% ( Regular 6%)
The Ultimate Dining Card 7% (Regular 5%)
(Mario’s, Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s etc.)
Please contact Patsy Brander at 902-625-1062 or Bonnie Dawson at 902-625-3838 if you wish to join the program or have any questions.
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Floor Curling, each Wednesday, at St. Mark’s Church hall. Bring a toonie and change of footwear. Drop in whenever you like. No experience necessary. Come and enjoy a time of fun and fellowship.
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Strait Area Community Curling Club have freshly made apple pies for sale at $10 each. Please call Virginia Poirier at 623-9008 or Debbie Gagnon at 625-0463. Thank you for your support.
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Port Hawkesbury Seasonal Services is preparing to provide Christmas Dinner Boxes for those in need in the Town of Port Hawkesbury. Anyone wishing to donate financially to this project may do so by dropping your sealed donation with your contact information in the collection basket, or dropping it off to the RBS on Granville Street, the Port Hawkesbury Post Office, email transfer to seasonalservices@mail.com or by contacting Sandra Praught at 902-227-5858 by December 25th.
Port Hawkesbury Seasonal Services is preparing to provide Christmas Dinner Boxes for those in need in the Town of Port Hawkesbury. Anyone wishing to donate financially to this project may do so by dropping your sealed donation with your contact information in the collection basket, or dropping it off to the RBS on Granville Street, the Port Hawkesbury Post Office, email transfer to seasonalservices@mail.com or by contacting Sandra Praught at 902-227-5858 by December 25th.
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Strait Highland Chapter of the StFX Alumni Association invites current students, fellow alumni, parents and friends of the university to join us as our guests to celebrate StFX Day and X-ring ceremony on Saturday, November 30th from 7:00-10:00 p.m. at the Inverness Centre for the Arts, in Inverness. There will be door prizes, refreshments, and live music by Aaron Mac Donald and Katie Mac Leod for part of the evening. Come and hear what’s happening at the university. We look forward to seeing you at this free event!
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