HARROWSMITH-VERONA PASTORAL CHARGE

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Worship Time: 10 am at Trinity, Verona

Office Phone: 613-372-2525 or 613-374-2777

Retired Voluntary Minister: The Rev’d. Ian MacKay

Licensed Lay Worship Leader: Sheila Anthony

Office Administrator: Rebecca Peters

Director of Music: Stan Stinchcombe

Website: www.h-vpastoralcharge.org

e-mail: office@h-vpastoralcharge.org

Trinity United Church acknowledges the traditional territory upon which we gather. For thousands of years, the First Peoples sought to walk gently on this land. They offered assistance to the first European travelers and shared their knowledge for survival. We seek a new relationship with the First Peoples of this land, one based in honour and deep respect.

Sunday, January 19, 2025

Worship Leader: Ian Mackay

Lay Reader: Jane Mackay

EPIPHANY II

WE GATHER

ORGAN PRELUDE

GREETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

LIGHTING THE CHRIST CANDLE

HYMN: Arise, Your Light Has Come ................................................ VU #79

1. Arise, your light is come! The Spirit’s call obey; show forth the glory of your God, which shines on you today.

2. Arise, your light is come! Fling wide the prison door; proclaim the captive’s liberty, good tidings to the poor.

3. Arise, your light is come! All you in sorrow born, bind up the broken-hearted ones and comfort those who mourn.

4. Arise, your light is come! The mountains burst in song! Rise up like eagles on the wing; God’s power will make us strong.

SCRIPTURE SENTENCES

CHORAL INTROIT: Born in the Night, Mary’s Child ...................... VU #95

LITANY:

One: With steadfast love, God calls our names. Come to find refuge in the shelter of God’s ways.

All: We value the goodness of being recognized and affirmed. We acknowledge the need for places that provide shelter and security.

One: Feast upon the abundance that God supplies. Come to drink deeply from the fountain of life.

All: We are ready to hear the Word of God. We want to be guided by eternal truth.

One: Reach out to claim the gifts that God pours out on us. The Spirit is eager to inspire and empower each one.

All: When God calls us, let us not remain silent. When God is real to us, we accept our discipleship.

PRAYER: (Unison)

How awesome it is that you care for us, God of all life! Your delight in us brings out our best. When you rejoice in us, we come to believe in your capacity for goodness. When your light and salvation dawn in our lives, we want to share the joy. Remind us now of the gifts you so freely bestow. Help us to recognize them in ourselves and in one another, that we may use them to serve people in need and give glory to your name. Amen.

ANTHEM: Break Forth, O Beauteous Heavenly Light ................... VU #83

YOUTH TIME

LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil; for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

HYMN: I am the Light of the World ……........................................... VU #87

“I am the light of the world! You people come and follow me!” If you follow and love you’ll learn the mystery of what you were meant to do and be.

1. When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and shepherds have found their way home, the work of Christmas is begun:

“I am the light of the world! You people come and follow me!” If you follow and love you’ll learn the mystery of what you were meant to do and be.

2. To find the lost and lonely one, to heal the broken soul with love, to feed the hungry children with warmth and good food, to feel the earth below, the sky above!

“I am the light of the world! You people come and follow me!” If you follow and love you’ll learn the mystery of what you were meant to do and be.

3. To free the prisoner from all chains, to make the powerful care, to rebuild the nations with strength of good will, to see God’s children everywhere!

“I am the light of the world! You people come and follow me!” If you follow and love you’ll learn the mystery of what you were meant to do and be.

4. To bring hope to every task you do, to dance at a baby’s new birth, to make music in an old person’s heart, and sing to the colours of the earth!

“I am the light of the world! You people come and follow me!” If you follow and love you’ll learn the mystery of what you were meant to do and be.

(Children and teachers may leave for church school classes.)

WE GIVE BACK

OUR OFFERINGS (Offering plates are available at the back of the church.)

DEDICATION OF THE OFFERING (Standing) Creator God vs.3 .. MV #27 Tune: Chandler VU #718

When with our hearts, our hands, our minds,

We share our gifts with all the world,

Our spirits soar beyond the veil,

To touch the very face of God.

Through hands that paint majestic skies,

And voices chanting melody,

With words that reach beyond the page,

We comprehend your mystery.

OFFERTORY PRAYER: (Unison)

O God, whose Holy Spirit fires our imagination and fills our lives with purpose, we rejoice to commit ourselves anew with our gifts. May what we share, strengthen your people spiritually, inspiring us to invest fully in the work you set before us. The variety of gifts you entrust to us can be realized only if they are used. Thank you for granting us this joy. Amen.

WE LISTEN

GOSPEL: John 2: 1 – 11 (Pg. 923)

HYMN: Walk With Me ……............................................................. VU #649

Walk with me, I will walk with you and build the land that God has planned where love shines through.

1. When Moses heard the call of God he said, “Lord, don’t send me.” But God told Moses, “You’re the one to set my people free.” Walk with me, I will walk with you and build the land that God has planned where love shines through.

2. Now Peter was a most unlikely man to lead the flock; but Jesus knew his holiness and he became the Rock. Walk with me, I will walk with you and build the land that God has planned where love shines through.

3. Young Mary Magdalene was sure her life could be much more, and by her faith she dared let God’s love unlock the door. Walk with me, I will walk with you and build the land that God has planned where love shines through.

4. And when you share your faith with me and work for life made new, the witness of your faithfulness calls me to walk with you. Walk with me, I will walk with you and build the land that God has planned where love shines through.

SERMON: “Enriched Living”

PREPARATION FOR PRAYER: O God of Bethel .......VU #650 (Sung seated)

1. O God of Bethel, by whose hand your people still are fed, who through this earthly pilgrimage have all your servants led:

2. Our vows, our prayers, we now present before your throne of grace. God of past ages, be the God of each succeeding race.

3. Through each perplexing path of life our wandering footsteps guide; give us each day our daily bread and shelter fit provide.

4. O spread your covering wings around, till all our wanderings cease, and at our God’s beloved abode our souls arrive in peace.

PASTORAL PRAYER

WE GO FORTH

HYMN: A Light Is Gleaming ............................................................. VU #82

A light is gleaming, spreading its arms throughout the night, living in the light. Come share its gladness, God’s radiant love is burning bright, living in the light.

1. When light comes pouring into the darkest place, it hurts our eyes to see the glow. Sometimes a word of hope reminds us of our fears, our memories and tears.

A light is gleaming, spreading its arms throughout the night, living in the light. Come share its gladness, God’s radiant love is burning bright, living in the light.

2. When night is round us and every shadow grows, a star is there to light our way. It tells a story of Jesus who came near to say: “God’s light will ever stay.”

A light is gleaming, spreading its arms throughout the night, living in the light. Come share its gladness, God’s radiant love is burning bright, living in the light.

3. And Jesus showed us a brighter path to walk. He showed us things we hadn’t seen. Now, we like Jesus, can help creation shine, and this will be a sign:

A light is gleaming, spreading its arms throughout the night, living in the light. Come share its gladness, God’s radiant love is burning bright, living in the light.

4. So let us live in the brightness God has giv’n, and let us ruse to see the dawn. We trust that God is here asparkle and ablaze, warming all our days.

A light is gleaming, spreading its arms throughout the night, living in the light. Come share its gladness, God’s radiant love is burning bright, living in the light.

BENEDICTION

SENDING FORTH: May the God of Hope ...................................... VU #424

May the God of hope go with us every day,

Filling all our lives with love and joy and peace.

May the God of justice speed us on our way,

Bringing light and hope to every land and race.

Refrain:

Praying, let us work for peace,

Singing, share our joy with all,

Working, for a world that’s new,

Faithful, when we hear Christ’s call.

May the God of healing free the earth from fear,

Freeing us for peace, both treasured and pursued.

May the God of love keep our commitment clear

To a world restored, to human life renewed.

ORGAN POSTLUDE: Invention No. 1 (Bach)

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MEETINGS

Worship Leader for Sunday January 26^th:

Rev. Ian Mackay

Lay Reader for January 26^th:

Diane Revill

Greeter for January 26^th:

Linda Shane

Jean Pritchard January 9^th

Kathleen Goodfellow January 13^th

Jane Adamson January 14^th

John MCDougall January 17^th

Andy Adamson January 20th

May God’s richest blessings shine upon you!!

Birthday Sunday: Wishing everyone who celebrates a birthday in January a very happy birthday. Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you. May God’s richest blessings rest upon you!

****IMPORTANT: Annual reports are due no later than this Wednesday January 22^nd. Please submit your reports to the office to ensure report distribution for February 9^th. Thank you.

WINTER WAKEUP BREAKFASTS: The final breakfast will take place this Saturday January 18^th from 8:30 am to 11:00 am. Thank you to all who participated in hosting these valuable community breakfasts!

TRINITY SHARING CUPBOARD: The cupboard will reopen on Wednesday January 29^th. This will give us time to restock as many of the items in the cupboard were used for the Hampers. Items that are always useful are pasta sauce, cereal, and peanut butter. Thank you for your continued support!!

ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING: Please plan to attend our next Annual General Meeting which will take place on Sunday February 16^th following church service in the hall.

Due this Wednesday January 22