For a copy of the readings and responses for this service click here: Good Friday Order of Service 2023.

“The Big God Story” Video & “Activity Time”

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Big God Question

For a printable “Big God Question” PDF file click on this: Question_6_38

Journal Page

For a printable “Journal Page” click on this: Journal_6_38

 

Palm & Passion Sunday

April 2, 2023

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Song: “Hosanna (Praise Is Rising)”

Call to Worship & Opening Prayer

Song: “Holy Lord”

Liturgy for Palm & Passion Sunday

Choir: Ride on King Jesus

Family Time: “Jesus Is Innocent”

Hymn: “All Glory, Laud And Honour” #214 vs. 1-3

Gospel Reading: Matthew 27:1-2, 11-31

Choir: “Hosanna To The King Who Comes”

Message: “Walking the Way of the Cross: Guilt And Innocence”

We Respond to God’s Generosity

Sung Response: “Doxology (God Be Praised)”

Closing Prayers (and the Lord’s Prayer)

Hymn: “Fairest Lord Jesus” #375 vs. 1,2,4

Blessing

Postlude

Announcements

Today is Palm Sunday when we celebrate Jesus humbly coming to Jerusalem as King. But the Gospel also tells us that Jesus is a different kind of king, a king who suffers and dies to bring forgiveness and peace. We’ll be exploring this paradox in our service today as we conclude our worship series, “Walking The Way Of The Cross.” Our services are recorded, so you can go to our website to find previous messages: www.standrews.ws

Loose Change Sunday for Mission:

Today is a “Loose Change Sunday” in support of the Presbyterian World Service and Development (PWS&D) Malawi Cholera Relief Appeal. This appeal has become even more urgent as Malawi was recently hit with another severe cyclone. Our Church has strong ties to the Presbyterian Church in Malawi and supports ongoing development in what is one of the poorest countries in the world. https://presbyterian.ca/2023/03/16/malawi-when-disasters-collide/

Memorial Easter Lilies:

Today is also the last day to request a memorial Easter lily to place in the sanctuary on Easter Sunday. Please see Anna Place at coffee hour. The lilies are $12.

Good Friday Service – April 7 at 10:30am:

Join us for a reflective service of readings, drama and special music as we remember and give thanks for what Jesus has accomplished by his suffering and sacrifice on the cross.

Easter Sunday – April 9 at 10:30am:

Join us at 10:30am as we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection and the victory of God’s love over the power of death. Worship will include special music from the St. Andrew’s Choir.

Earth Day Textile Drive:

Our next Textile recycling drive will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 9am – 12Noon.  Let’s work together with our local community to keep clothing, fabric and other textiles out of the landfill. If you would like to help out on the day of the drive, please speak to Rev. Anne Yee-Hibbs (ayhibbs@gmail.com or 905-627-9080). Acceptable donations: clothes, towels, curtains, linens, bedding (NO PILLOWS) socks, underwear, shoes, purses and belts.

“The Big God Story” Video & “Activity Time”

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Big God Question

For a printable “Big God Question” PDF file click on this: Question_6_37

Journal Page

For a printable “Journal Page” click on this: Journal_6_37

 

5^th Sunday in Lent
March 26, 2023

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Call to Worship & Opening Prayer

Hymn: “Oh worship the King” #313 vs. 1,2,4,5

Lenten Liturgy

Song: “Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me”

Family Time: “Jesus Knows Our Hearts”

Ministry of Music: “He Will Hold Me Fast”

Gospel Reading: Matthew 26:6-35

Song: “Lord I Need You”

Message: “Walking the Way of the Cross: Facing Ourselves”

We Respond to God’s Generosity

Sung Response: “Doxology (God Be Praised)”

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper

Hymn: “Amazing Grace” #670 vs. 1,2,3,6

Blessing

Postlude

Announcements

Today is the 5^th Sunday in Lent. We continue our Lent worship series – “Walking the Way of the Cross.” Our services are recorded, so you can go to our website to catch up on previous messages: www.standrews.ws

Memorial Easter Lilies:

Those wishing to place a memorial Easter lily in the sanctuary for Easter Sunday can please see Anna Place at coffee hour or call her at 905-679-9973. The lilies are $12. The last day to order is Sunday April 2nd. Please take your lily home after our Easter service.

Loose Change Sunday for Mission:

The Mission Team will be holding a “Loose Change Sunday” in support of the PWS&D Malawi Cholera Relief Appeal on Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023. This appeal has become even more urgent as Malawi was hit with another severe cyclone in just the past few weeks. To learn more, go to: https://presbyterian.ca/2023/03/16/malawi-when-disasters-collide/

Good Friday Service – April 7 at 10:30am:

Join us for a reflective service of readings, drama and special music as we remember and give thanks for what Jesus has accomplished by his suffering and sacrifice on the cross.

Easter Sunday – April 9 at 10:30am:

Join us at 10:30am as we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection and the victory of God’s love over the power of death. Worship will include special music from the St. Andrew’s Choir.

Earth Day Textile Drive:

Our next Textile recycling drive will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 9am – 12Noon.  Let’s work together with our local community to keep clothing, fabric and other textiles out of the landfill. If you would like to help out on the day of the drive, please speak to Rev. Anne Yee-Hibbs (ayhibbs@gmail.com or 905-627-9080). Acceptable donations: clothes, towels, curtains, linens, bedding (NO PILLOWS) socks, underwear, shoes, purses and belts.

“The Big God Story” Video & “Activity Time”

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Big God Question

For a printable “Big God Question” PDF file click on this: Question_6_36

Journal Page

For a printable “Journal Page” click on this: Journal_6_36

 

4^th Sunday in Lent
March 19, 2023

Prelude Songs: “A Thousand Hallelujahs,” “Doxology (God Be Praised)”

Welcome & Announcements

Call to Worship & Opening Prayer

Song: “May The Peoples Praise You”

Lenten Liturgy

Hymn: “O Lord Hear My Prayer” #446

Family Time: “Jesus Will Come Again”

Ministry of Music: “Ancient Of Days”

Gospel Reading: Matthew 1-22, 30-36, 42

Song: “Cornerstone”

Message: “Walking the Way of the Cross: Enduring To The End.”

We Respond to God’s Generosity

Sung Response: “The Doxology” #79

Closing Prayers (and the Lord’s Prayer)

Hymn: “How Firm A Foundation” #685 vs. 1,2,4,5

Blessing

Postlude

Announcements

Today is the 4^th Sunday in Lent. We continue our Lent worship series – “Walking the Way of the Cross.” Our services are recorded, so you can go to our website to catch up on previous messages: www.standrews.ws

Special Birthday:

Raymond Sims is celebrating his 85th birthday on Sunday March 26th. If you wish to send him a card to brighten his day contact the church office for his  address information.

McMaster Chaplaincy Exam Drop-In:

Homemade and packaged cookies are needed for the April Exam Drop In offered by the McMaster Ecumenical Chaplaincy. This small act of hospitality makes a big difference for students. Please bring your cookies on Sunday March 26, 2023.  Thank you.

Memorial Easter Lilies:

Those wishing to place a memorial Easter lily in the sanctuary for Easter Sunday please see Anna Place at coffee hour or contact her at 905-679-9973. The lilies are $12. The last day to order is Sunday April 2nd. Please take your lily home after our Easter service.

Good Friday Service – April 7 at 10:30am:

Join us for a reflective service of readings, drama and special music as we remember and give thanks for what Jesus has accomplished by his suffering and sacrifice on the cross.

Next Steps for New Beginnings:

Our New Beginnings Assessment went very well on March 6^th. Many thanks to everyone who attended and contributed. In 5-6 weeks, the Session will receive our Assessment Report and be assigned a Coach to see us through the rest of the process. Shortly after this the Coach will lead a Transformational Ministry Weekend. This will involve an open workshop on a Friday evening, a small group leader training event on the Saturday, and special worship led by the Coach on Sunday. The report will be shared with the whole congregation through small group meetings following the Weekend. Session will communicate the date of this weekend as soon as we have one, as it is very important to have everyone take part.

Loose Change Sunday for Mission:

The Mission Team will be holding a “Loose Change Sunday” in support of the PWS&D Malawi Cholera Relief Appeal on Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023. To learn more go to:

https://presbyterian.ca/pwsd/2023/02/13/one-year-later-recovering-from-tropical-storm-ana/

“The Big God Story” Video & “Activity Time”

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Big God Question

For a printable “Big God Question” PDF file click on this: Question_6_35

Journal Page

For a printable “Journal Page” click on this: Journal_6_35