HARROWSMITH-VERONA PASTORAL CHARGE

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Worship Time: 10:00 am at Trinity, Verona

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

Voluntary Associate Minister: Rev. Dr. Peter Bartlett

Retired Voluntary Minister: The Rev’d. Ian MacKay

Office Administrator: Rebecca Peters

Director of Music: Stan Stinchcombe

Website: www.h-vpastoralcharge.org

e-mail: office@h-vpastoralcharge.org

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In appreciation of Black History Month

artwork created by artist Desireé Vaniecia 2022

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 Feb 15, 2026

Worship Leader : Tracy Kent-Hillis

Lay Reader: Muriel York

Organ Prelude

Greetings and Announcements

Lighting the Christ Candle

Hymn: “God, Reveal Your Presence” (VU #391)

1. God, reveal your presence: as we now adore you and with awe appear before you. Here in this your temple: all within keep silence, gather now with deepest reverence. You alone God we own, you, our God and Saviour: praise your name for ever.

2. God, reveal your presence: hear the harps resounding; see the crowds the throne surrounding. “Holy, holy, holy!” Hear the hymn ascending, angels, saints, their voices blending. Bow your ear to us here; hearken, O Lord Jesus, to our humble praises.

3. O great Fount of blessing, purify my spirit, trusting only in your merit; like the holy angels gathered all before you, may I ceaselessly adore you. Let your will ever still rules your church terrestrial, as the hosts celestial.

Scriptural Sentences

Choral Introit: “How Good, Lord to Be Here” (VU #103)

Call To Worship: (Responsive)

One: Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord,

All: To the high place where the air is clear and the Spirit moves.

One: We come to see Jesus, whose face shines like the sun,

All: Whose garments are dazzling, whiter than any light on earth.

One: We stand in the presence of the Law and the Prophets,

All: Finding our place in the Great Story of God’s redeeming love.

One: Do not be afraid, for a bright cloud overshadows us,

All: And the voice of the Father declares: "This is my Beloved Son."

One: Let us open our ears and our hearts to listen to Him,

All: And worship the King who is transfigured in our midst.

Prayer (Unison)

Holy God, we gather today to worship, seeking a glimpse of Your glory. Just as You revealed Your Son in dazzling light to the disciples, open our eyes to see Jesus clearly in our midst today. Overshadow us with Your Holy Spirit, that we might truly hear Your voice and obey Your Word. Touch us with Your grace, lift us from our knees, and lead us down from this mountain to serve You with shining hearts. Amen.

Anthem: “Jesus on the Mountain Peak” (VU #102)

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, forever and ever. AMEN

Hymn: “Jesus, Friend of Little Children” (VU #340)

1. Jesus, friend of little children, let me be one too; take my hand, and ever keep me close to you.

2. Teach me how to grow in goodness, daily as I grow. You have been a child and surely you must know.

3. Never leave me, nor forsake me; ever be my friend; for I need you, from life’s dawning to its end.

(Children and Teachers leave for Sunday School Classes)

We Give Back

Our Offering (Offering plates are available at the back of he Church)

Dedication of the Offering (Standing): “What Can I Do” (MV 191)

What can I do? What Can I bring? What can I say? What can I sing? I’ll sing with joy. I’ll say a prayer. I’ll bring my love. I’ll do my share!

Offertory Prayer (Unison)

Mighty God, Build us together as one body. May our thinking, our sharing, our prayers and our loving action be outward serving. Strengthen your church by these gifts. Bond us to one another by our shared commitment to you Amen

We Listen

Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9

One: For the word of God in Scripture,

For the word of God among us and

For the word of God within us.

All: Thanks be to God

Hymn: “We Have Come at Christ's Own Bidding” (VU #104)

1. We have come at Christ’s own bidding to this high and holy place, where we wait with hope and longing for some token of God’s grace. Here we pray for new assurance that our faith is not in vain, searching like those first disciples for a sign both clear and plain.

2. Light breaks in upon our darkness; splendour bathes the flesh-joined Word; Moses and Elijah marvel as the heavenly voice is heard. Eyes and hearts behold with wonder how the Law and Prophets meet: Christ, with garments drenches in brightness, stands transfigured and complete.

3. Strengthened by this glimpse of glory, fearful lest our faith decline, we like Peter find it tempting to remain and build a shrine. But true worship gives us courage to proclaim what we profess, that our daily lives may prove us people of the God we bless.

Message: “Do Not be Afraid”

Preparation for Prayer: “Holy Spirit, Hear Us” (VU #377)

Holy Spirit, hear us; help us while we sing; breath into the music of the praise we bring. Holy Spirit, prompt is when we bow and pray; Speak within and teach us what we ought to say

Prayers of the People

We Go Forth

Hymn: “God Be with You till We Meet Again” (VU #422)

1. God be with you till we meet again; loving counsels guide, uphold you, with a shepherd’s care enfold you; God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet, till we meet at Jesus’ feet; till we meet, till we meet, God be with you till we meet again.

2. God be with you till we meet again; unseen wings protecting hide you, daily manna still provide you; God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet, till we meet at Jesus’ feet; till we meet, till we meet, God be with you till we meet again.

3. God be with you till we meet again; when life’s perils thick confound you, put unfailing arms around you, God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet, till we meet at Jesus’ feet; till we meet, till we meet, God be with you till we meet again.

4. God be with you till we meet again; keep love’s banner floating o’er you, smith death’s threatening wave before you; God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet, till we meet at Jesus’ feet; till we meet, till we meet, God be with you till we meet again.

Benediction

Sending Forth: “May the God of Hope” (VU #424)

May the God of hope go with us every day, Filling 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.

Praying, let us work for peace, Singing, share our joy with all, Working, for a world that’s new, Faithful when we hear Christ call!

May the God of healing free the earth from fear, freeing is 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

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MEETINGS

Worship Leader for Sunday February 22^nd:

Rev. Micheline Montreuil

Lay Reader for Sunday February 22^nd:

Marg Smith

Ann McDougall

February 6^th

May God’s richest blessings

shine upon you!!

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

SWEETHEART FELLOWSHIP: Please stay following the service today for our monthly church fellowship potluck.

REMINDER: Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the Annual Report at the back of the church sanctuary for the meeting in the fellowship hall following the church service next Sunday February 22^nd.

FOODBANK NEEDS: The Verona Satellite Foodbank at the Verona FM Church will be open this Thursday February 12^th. Items needed are: Peanut Butter, Cereal, Jam, Instant Jello, Canned Fruit

TRINITY MOVIE NIGHT: Mark your calendars for a wonderful evening; the Trinity UCW will be hosting a movie night on Friday March 27^th. Doors open at 6 pm and the movie will start at 6:30 pm. Being shown will be “The Ultimate Gift.” This film follows Jason Stevens, a spoiled, wealthy young man who expects a massive inheritance upon his grandfather Red’s death. Instead, Red leaves him a series of 12 "gifts" or tasks designed to teach him about life’s true value - work, friendship, family, and love. Through these challenges Jason transforms from selfish to selfless, ultimately earning a fortune and learning that true wealth is found in helping others. Admission is by donation and includes a bag of popcorn, chocolate bar and drink.

ADOPTION AGENCY: Can you help us out? We are looking to adopt some commemorative church plates. We are looking for a Trinity United Church plate, a St. Paul’s United Church plate, and a Bellrock United Church plate. If you have one you would like to donate to the church, please see Rebecca and she will find the perfect place to hang it in the church Memorial Room.

UCW: The UCW ladies will be meeting next Wednesday February 25th at 12:30 pm in the church Memorial Room. All women are welcome to join.

ODD REQUEST: Do you have any older calendars sitting around? If so, please let Rebecca, someone is looking for some (specifically scenic landscapes, animals, birds, vehicles – pretty calendars of regular size). Thanks.