Dear friends,
THIS SUNDAY the Rev. Linda Faith Chalk will be leading us in worship.
THIS SUNDAY HOLDS A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS as we come together to observe Remembrance Sunday. On this solemn occasion, we remember and honour the brave women and men who sacrificed so much for our freedom. Join us in a spirit of reverence and gratitude as we pay our respects and offer prayers for peace.
As is our custom on remembrance Sunday, prior to the service of worship, the Honour Role of men and women who went forward from the congregation of St. Andrew’s during the Second World War will be read out. This will be followed by the playing of the Last Post, a period of silence, and then the Rouse.
OUR NEW TESTAMENT READING is Mark 12: 38-44, “Beware of the Scribes”, and “The Widow’s Offering”. In the latter portion of our reading, Jesus observes people giving offerings at the temple and highlights the actions of a poor widow who, despite her poverty, contributes two small coins. He points out to his disciples that her offering is more valuable than the larger amounts given by others because she gave all she had to live on, while the others gave from their abundance. In his commentary on the book of Mark, Dr. R. C. Sproul writes, “God is not so much concerned with what we give as how we give”. The Apostle Paul reminds us, “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9: 7).
THE BOARD OF MANAGERS would like to thank all the volunteers who generously gave their time, effort, and baking skills to make the Fall Luncheon, Bake Sale and Nearly New Table a resounding success. Your contributions are truly appreciated, and we couldn’t have done it without your invaluable support and commitment.
BAKE SALE FAVOURITES are still available downstairs – perfect for sharing or saving for later! We have frozen apple pies, cakes, Irish Brack, homemade cookies, soups, sausage rolls, and more. All proceeds will go towards our Operating Fund. Stop by downstairs after the service to pick up these delicious treats!
Order of Service
Prelude
Reading of the Honour Roll.
“The Last Post”
Minute of Silence
“The Rouse”
“O Canada”
Video: “In Flanders Fields”
Call to Worship
Hymn 330: “O God our help in ages past” (vs 2&6 en français)
Prayer of Adoration
Prayer of Confession
Declaration of Grace
The Lord’s Prayer
Choir Anthem: “I Vow to Thee my country”
Children’s Time
Hymn 736: “For the healing of the nations”
Responsive reading: Psalm 146
Gloria Patri
Hebrews 9: 24-28 (en français BFC – English on the screen)
Gospel Lesson Mark 12: 38-44
Sermon: “Do you live a balanced life?”
Confession of Faith – The Apostles’ Creed
Hymn 325: “Eternal Father, strong to save”
Offertory
Prayer of Thanksgiving and Intercession
Hymn 727: “Let there be light”
Benediction
Go now in peace
Postlude