HAGERSVILLE UNITED CHURCH 2 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1st, 2020 OPENING VIDEO: #288 Great is Thy Faithfulness Ministry of Caring: The Whole People of God Ministry of Pastoral Care & Worship: Pastor Peggy Bartlett OPENING PRAYER Cell: 905-317-5275 Email: [email protected] God, our guide and our protector, as we gather today in your holy house, Website: www.hsupc.ca open our minds and souls and hearts, that we may be inclined to hear the Church: Hagersville- 905-768-5863 Springvale- 905-768-1501 gentle direction of your spirit in our lives. Help follow you as you Ministry of Music: Mr. John McBride lead us to the land you have created for us, where we may dwell with ………………………………………………………………………………………… you and in you. Amen. REGIONAL COUNCIL PRAYER CYCLE Bethel Stone ANTHEM

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; CHILDREN’S TIME his love endures forever. Psalm 107:1 CHILDREN’S SONG Offertory Prayer God is with us each day offering so many blessings. we bring these PRAYER OF CONFESSION gifts in an attitude of praise and thanksgiving. O Lord, bless these gifts Leader: I want Jesus to walk with me. All along my pilgrim journey, and the lives that these gifts represent. For we ask this in Jesus’ Name. Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. AMEN. People: We say we want you to walk with us, Lord Jesus. But we are not comfortable with the path that is set before us. We would like PRELUDE & WELCOME smooth, newly paved road, with markings and bright bold signs, telling us what to do; warning us of . But the ANNOUNCEMENTS, BIRTHDAYS AND CELEBRATION journey of discipleship is like a rough mountain path. There are rocks, ruts, dust, dirt, holes. There may be wolves or robbers at any CALL TO WORSHIP turn. We don’t know if we dare to risk discipleship if it means L: So many times, we are tempted to be boastful and proud, trying to struggle. outdo others. We are called to be humble in God’s sight. Leader: In my trials, Lord, walk with me. When my heart is almost P: We tend to look at those who have power in the community and breaking, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me who govern over us. People: But you have called us to rely on your guidance and L: You don’t need to do that. All that God wants is your faithfulness. direction. You remind us that God has never failed us yet. We have P: We are grateful because God is so forgiving with us. been brought to new vistas and new opportunities of service that we L: Rejoice! God’s love is poured over you this day and all days, to never would have encountered on the safe road. And this is because nourish and to heal your lives. in all our trials, you do walk with us, Lord Jesus. P: Gracious God, thank you for being so patient with us and for Leader: When I’m troubled, Lord, walk with me. When my head is giving us second chances. Be with us today as we listen with our ears bowed in sorrow, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. and our hearts for your words.

3 People: In our troubles and concerns, Lord, we need your presence and comfort. We have so many fears and anxieties. Our hearts break and are burdened. In our troubles and trials, Lord, remind us that we have your strength on which to rely. Strengthen us. Walk with us, Lord. Lift us high and give us confident strides as we follow your will and your path. AMEN.

SCRIPTURE READINGS: Psalm 107 & Matthew 23:1-12

MESSAGE

VIDEO: #226 Amazing Grace

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

LORD’S PRAYER

CLOSING VIDEO: #376 Spirit of the Living God

SENDING FORTH Lord, you have filled our lives, now give us strength to do your will with humble hearts and obedient spirits. In Jesus’ Name we are sent forth in love.

GO NOW IN PEACE ……………………………………………………………………. SPRINGVALE COOKIE TRAYS!! On Thursday, November 26th Springvale United Church will be selling cookie trays that will be available for pickup from 4-6 p.m.! Cost is $35 for large tray, $25 for small tray and $15 for a small box. Chili with a bun is also available for $5. Pre-order is required for cookies and preferably for chili as well. Please pre-order by November 20th by calling 905-768-5641 or 905-768-3910. They will also be selling a Calendar Lottery will also be available to purchase for $20 each. This calendar will be for the month of January and will feature a prize to be won every day of the month.