“We are journeying together in God’s love . . .to discover, nurture, and share our gifts.”
November 8, 2009
Remembrance Sunday
The texts this Sunday invite us to consider what puts survival at risk, and what is received and offered through community as God’s people choose to take action on behalf of another’s good.
If you would like to stay seated
for any or all of the “standing” parts of the service, please feel free to
do so.
Need a refuge? Our Nursery is located off Memorial Hall, has a
speaker system through which to hear the service, and exists for all who may
need this space. Memorial Hall approach is via the pulpit side exit.
A Time of Greeting: Our sensitivity to the realities of the H1N1 virus, which is transmitted from hand contact to the mouth, nose, and eyes, encourages each of us to observe good hand hygiene. It is also important for us to avoid public gathering if we feel unwell. If we all do our part in eliminating the spread of this virus, hopefully it will be a short lived health concern.
Prelude / Sharing Announcements / A Time of Greeting
Call to Worship - Psalm 146 (Responsive)
One: The Lord upholds the cause of the oppressed and gives food to the hungry.
All: The Lord sets prisoners free, the Lord gives sight to the blind.
One The Lord lifts up those who are bowed down, the Lord loves the righteous.
All: The Lord watches over the stranger and sustains the fatherless and the widow.
One: But He frustrates the ways of the wicked. The Lord reigns forever, for all generations.
All: We gather here in worship to praise the Lord! Amen.
Generous God, we are here to worship you, and to experience your abundant grace again this day. You desire a world of peace and plenty, a world where vulnerable people are taken care of, not exploited. You ask us to support those who are weak and powerless, to share what we have, that all might be fed. Lord, help us to listen! Teach us we pray, and show us your incredibly compassionate love. Challenge us until we are uncomfortable enough to really listen. We ask this in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Hymn #333 “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”
Conversation Time
The Sunday School & Youth leave for their classes.
One: For those who were killed in battle;
All: For those who gave up their lives to save others,
One: For those who fought because they were forced to;
All: For those who died standing up for a just cause,
One: For those who said war was wrong;
All: For those who tried to make the peace,
One: For those who prayed when others had no time to pray;
All: For all humankind – God, hold us in peace. May your love flow over the earth this day, and for always. We remember, and we open our hearts to your way of peace, through Jesus, our holy example and our guide toward wholeness. Amen. (adapted from a prayer by Marianne Griffin).… (time for silent reflection)
Words of Assurance (One)
Biblical Notes / Prayer of Illumination
Other lessons for your personal consideration from today’s lections are:
Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17; Psalm 127; Psalm 146; and Hebrews 9:24-28.
Hymn #506 “Take My Life and Let It Be”
Mission Moment – Barb Grozell
Prayer of Dedication (One)
Hymn #633 “Bless Now, O God, the Journey”
Commissioning (One)
Choral Amen
Hymn #884 “You Shall Go Out With Joy”
Postlude
Welcome to Westminster this morning. Please gather for coffee in Memorial Hall, following worship.
This Week at Westminster (November 8-14)
| Sun. | Worship | 10:30 a.m. | Sanctuary |
| Jr. Choir Practice | 11:45 a.m. | Lounge | |
| Tues. | Prayer Shawl | 1:30 p.m. | Lounge |
| Board of Elders Meeting | 7:00 a.m. | Lounge | |
| Wed. | OFFICE CLOSED | ||
| Thurs. | Electra UCW Meeting | 1:30 p.m. | Lounge |
| Senior Choir Practice | 7:00 p.m. | Sanctuary |
Next Week at Westminster (November 15-21)
| Sun. | Trustees | 9:00 a.m. | Shalom Room |
| Worship | 10:30 a.m. | Sanctuary | |
| Jr. Choir Practice | 11:45 a.m. | Lounge | |
| Tues. | Prayer Shawl | 1:30 p.m. | Lounge |
| Wed. | Bible Study | 9:30 a.m. | Nursery |
| Wii Fun | 2:00 p.m. | Memorial Hall | |
| Confirmation | 7:00 p.m. | ||
| Senior Choir Practice | 7:00 p.m. | Sanctuary | |
| Sat. | UCW Poinsettia Tea | Memorial Hall |
Deadline for printed announcements is Thursday at Noon each week.
Please sign the Friendship Roster this morning.
The Life and Work of the Church continues ... if you are interested in Greeting, Ushering, Hosting Coffee, Reading Scripture during worship, or volunteering in the Nursery, please sign up on the way into Memorial Hall. If counting the Offering is more to your liking, please contact the office to be added to the schedule.
The UCW Poinsettia Tea will be on November 21 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. The men will be serving. Bake table.
The UCW Cookie Sale will be on December 13 following the service. Donations of homemade cookies will be appreciated.
Hatterland Children's Theatre presents Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (musical) from Nov. 19 to Nov. 21 at 7:00 pm with a matinee on Sat. Nov. 21 at 2:00 pm. The place is the Cultural Center Black Box Theatre. Tickets are on sale at Our Flower Shop.
Please check your mail slots for Annual Report requests. Deadline for submission is November 15th.
Fifth Avenue Memorial will be holding a “Gifts & Goodies Gala” on Saturday, November 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. See the poster on the way to Memorial Hall for more information.
Edythe Hewitt UCW will be in charge of “Campus Care Project” under the sponsorship of All Saints Anglican Church. Twice a year an appeal is made for single person-sized food portions for college students. Posters are in the Narthex and on the bulletin board in the hallway. The last day for drop off is Sunday, November 22. Donations of money will be receipted and should be made out to All Saints Anglican Church – Campus Care Project. Cheques may be dropped into the collection plates. The UCW asks for a good response from the congregation.
Funeral: The ministry of WUC was extended into the community this past week as James conducted the funeral service for Helen Stein. Our condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of the Stein family.
Birthdays: Ted Sherring, Joe Grindley
Anniversaries: Larry & Julie Brown, Garnet & Florence Leech
Flowers are placed in the Sanctuary this morning in honour of all veteran by Ted & Kim Sherring.
South Alberta Presbytery: Our prayers this week are requested for Chaplains within the Canadian Armed Forces, especially Yvonne Mills and Lara Bowditch.
| Sunday School Co-ordinators | Jackie Schlenker, Kim Hanson |
| A/Nursery Convenor | Jackie Carlson |
| Greeters & Ushers | Gordon & Brenda Wallsmith, Sandra Plank, Al Olson |
| Coffee Hosts | John & Betty Sidlick, Bev & Ken Empey |
| Scripture Reader | Al Olson |
| Elder-in-Charge | Dawn Skogen |
Next Week’s Readings from: 1
Samuel 1:4-20; 1 Samuel 2:1-10; or Daniel 12:1-3; Psalm 16; Mark
13:1-8;Hebrews 10:11-14, (15-18), 19-25.
Stewardship Thought for Today
Telling our stories helps shape a culture of generosity.