Today’s bulletin is in memory of Robert Mott
PRESBYTERIAN WORLD SERVICE & DEVELOPMENT
GOOD MORNING! & ST. ANDREW’S PULSE
THE CALL TO WORSHIP
L: We thank you, God, for heaven and earth and all people!
A: It is good to sing praise to you, God.
L: God sits above the circle of the earth, and stretches out the heavens
like a curtain, spreading them like a tent to live in.
A: It is good to sing praise to you, God.
L: God is the Creator of the ends of the earth.
A: It is good to sing praise to you, God.
L: We who wait for God will find our strength renewed,
we shall mount up with wings like eagles.
A: It is good to sing praise to you, God.
L: We shall run and not be weary, we shall walk and not faint.
A: It is good to sing praise to you, God, on this day and forever! Amen.
HYMN: “Morning has broken” all vss. 814
OPENING PRAYER
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Children, please come forward after
the first line of the children’s hymn.
HYMN: Song by George Couperus
APOSTLE’S CREED 539
SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM
Gavin George Larry Steven Gatcum
Parents: Sherri and Corey Gatcum
HYMN: Song by George Couperus
RESPONSIVE READING:
Psalm 147:1-11, 20 Praise for our Creator
(Red Page 749)
SCRIPTURE READING:
Isaiah 40:21-31 Walk and not faint
(Red Page 846)
Mark 1:29-39 Reaching out and moving on
(Red Page 1182)
HYMN: “We've a story to tell the nations“ all vss. 765
THE LIVING MESSAGE: Seeking Christ
OFFERING: Praise God from whom all blessings flow
Praise God all creatures high and low
Praise God in Jesus fully known
Creator, word and Spirit one.
OFFERATORY INVITATION:
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome
it” (John 1:5). Thank goodness! In these dark days of Canadian winter,
we need the light. Our light is Christ, who shines for us. Christ’s
light draws us in and fortifies us. We need Christ’s strength and
brightness to be able to help others and to do the work of the church. As
we celebrate Jesus’ life-giving light, let us offer our gifts in thanks
for God’s precious gift to us.
OFFERATORY PRAYER: We pray that these gifts will be used to further our ministry. God, thank you for sending us Jesus, who shines like a beacon in our darkest hours. Help us to mirror that light to the world. Amen.
PRAYERS for the People and Good News to Share
HYMN: “How firm a foundation“ all vss. 685
THE BENEDICTION: The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make His face
to shine upon you and be gracious unto you, the Lord lift His smiling face
upon you and give you His peace. AMEN
ORGAN POSTLUDE
ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
www.standrewsbelleville.ca
67 Victoria Avenue
Belleville, Ontario K8N 2A1
Telephones: 968-8998/968-6916 (Vestry Office).
MISSION STATEMENT
Celebrating with enthusiastic worship and a love for Jesus Christ, St. Andrew’s
is a beacon of light for those who desire to connect with God, one another
and gain guidance for living.
… We miss our friends
If you know of someone who needs prayer, please contact Helen Fox or the Church office.
COMING EVENTS:
THIS WEEK:
TUESDAY: Board of Managers Meeting 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY: Lectionary Learners 7:00 pm
THURSDAY: Congregational Life Meeting 7:00 pm
Choir 7:00 pm
BIRTHDAYS: February 09 – Barry Stickle
ANNIVERSARIES: None
Coffee hour volunteers are needed for February and March. The sign-up sheet is in the Round Room.
NEXT TUES., FEB. 14th, CARD NIGHT: Please join us for an evening of cards at 6:30 pm. Come and have an evening of fun!
TUE., FEB. 21st, PANCAKE SUPPER: Our annual Pancake Supper is on Shrove Tuesday – Feb. 21st, from 4:30 to 6:30. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Come and enjoy an evening of pancakes and fellowship.
SAT., MAR. 3rd, WORKSHOP:
Location: St. Andrew’s, Picton (Morning),
St. Andrew’s, Picton (Afternoon)
Workshop Leaders: Members of St. John’s Bradford
This workshop deals with St. John’s Church in Bradford and the need
to build a new church building. Part of the workshop will involve short
presentations from the “Building Committee: those involved in the
construction of a new church. Topics include: Articulating the Vision for
change, questions about finances and how to involve people concretely in
change. The forum part of the workshop would involve the solicitation of
four statements from the participants and provide an opportunity to share
responses. The four statements are: Finish the sentence, “Our worship
space needs to change in the following ways....”, “If we change
our space, I am afraid that....”, “Whom will we need to convince
if we make this change?”, “What questions do you have for the
group from Bradford?” This is a workshop that affects many congregations.
Please plan on attending.
SUN., MAR. 04th, GLEANER’S SUNDAY:
The suggestion for this month is Beans.
MINISTRY OUTSIDE AND WITHIN THE CHURCH:
The session of St. Andrew's has developed two teams for St. Andrew's Belleville.
The main themes are ministry outside of the church (Mission and Outreach)
and ministry within the church (Congregational Life). Are you interested
in either, or both? Rev. Anne-Marie will lead both teams. We would love
to have your creative input and positive attitude!
Congregational Life will meet Thursday, February 9th at 7pm.
BULLETIN COVERS: If you are interested in making a donation to have the
bulletin dedicated to someone please speak with Carol Merrill. The month
of November 2012, and December 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th are still available.
The cost is $20 per month or $5.00 per week.