WELCOME AND NOTICES

CALL TO WORSHIP:
God calls each of us to be faithful to all that we are as individuals, but also to take up the task of responsible involvement in bringing
life and vitality to the Body of Christ in this place.
In our worship and life together, we share the vision
of where the Body of Christ most needs to be involved
in our world; we open our hearts and minds to hear God’s personal challenge to us, and we ready our lives to be caught up in the response to that challenge.

HYMN: Ours is a Singing Faith (Diademata WOV 163)
Ours is a singing faith! Now here the hymns we raise.
Resounding, strong, the years a long and echoing our praise.
Ours is a singing faith! In confidence we sing:
Creation’s throne is God’s alone, so joyous voices ring.

Ours is a singing faith! Through all the ebb and flow
of youth and age, on history’s page we see saints come and go.
Ours is a singing faith! The melody rolls on,
sustained by those whose voices rose in praise in times long gone.

Ours is a singing faith! Upheld by work and prayer
that justice, peace and hope not cease but flourish everywhere.
Ours is a singing faith! Though grief or pain hold sway,
Christ still shall dwell, Emmanuel! God with us all the way.

Ours is a singing faith! All thanks to God be sung
by people here both far and near in every land and tongue.
Ours is a singing faith! Let psalms and anthems rise
from sun and moon and stars in tune till music fills the skies!
© Jane Parker Huber (ASF)

OPENING PRAYERS

STORY-TIME

SONG: Hope is a Star (Tune: Away in a Manger)
Hope is a star that shines in the night,
leading us on till the morning is bright.
When God is a child there’s joy in our song.
The last shall be first and the weak shall be strong.

Peace is a ribbon that circles the earth,
giving a promise of safety and worth.

Joy is a song that welcomes the dawn,
telling the world that the Saviour is born.

Love is a flame that burns in our heart,
Jesus has come and will never depart. © Hope Publishing (VU)

News from Your Sisters in Tanzania

READINGS: A Dream for the Future based on Isaiah 65: 17-25
Allison Blackler

Responsive Reading from Isaiah 12 ~ led by Tony Blackler
I will praise you, O God,
for though you were angry with me,
your anger turned away, and you comforted me.
Surely God is my salvation.
I will trust and not be afraid,
for you, God, are my strength and might;
you show yourself my savior.
With joy we draw water from the wells of salvation.
Give thanks and call on God’s name.
Make known God’s deeds among the nations;
proclaim that God’s name is exalted.
Sing praises to God, whose work is glorious,
let it be known in all the earth.

Acts 4: 32-37 The Post-Resurrection People of The Way
HYMN: Spirit of God, Unseen as the Wind (Tune: Skye Boat Song)
Spirit of God, unseen as the wind,
gentle as is the dove,
teach us the truth and help us believe,
show us the Saviour’s love.

You spoke to us long, long ago,
gave us the written word;
we read it still, needing its truth,
through it God’s voice is heard.

Without your help we fail our Lord,
we cannot live his way;
we need your power, we need your strength,
following Christ each day. © Scripture Union (CH4)

REFLECTION

A TIME OF QUIET

THE OFFERING dedicated with In Loving Partnership
(Tune: Church Triumphant WOV 1)
In Loving partnership we come,
seeking, O God, your will to do.
Our prayers and actions now receive;
we freely offer them to you.

We are the hands and feet of Christ,
serving by grace each other’s need.
We dare to risk and sacrifice
with truthful word and faithful deed.

Loving community we seek;
your hope and strength within us move.
The poor and rich, the strong and weak
are brought together in your love.

In loving partnership, O God,
help us your future to proclaim.
Justice and peace be our desire,
we humbly pray in Jesus’ name. © Desert Flower Music (VU)

WE GREET ONE ANOTHER

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE LORD’S PRAYER

HYMN: I, the Lord of Sea and Sky
I, the Lord of sea and sky,
I have heard my people cry.
All who dwell in dark and sin
my hand will save.
I who made the stars of night,
I will make their darkness bright.
Who will bear my light to them?
Whom shall I send?
Here I am, Lord; is it I, Lord?
I have heard you calling in the night;
I will go, Lord, if you lead me.
I will hold your people in my heart.

I, the Lord of snow and rain,
I have borne my people’s pain;
I have wept for love of them.
They turn away.
I will break their hearts of stone,
give them hearts for love alone.
I will speak my word of them.
Whom shall I send?

I, the Lord of wind and flame,
I will tend the poor and lame;
I will set a feast for them.
My hand will save.
Finest bread I will provide
till their hearts are satisfied.
I will give my life to them.
Whom shall I send? © Daniel Schutte & New Dawn Music (NJS)

THE BLESSING

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Tues 19th Thomas.
NOTICES
A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea after the service.
FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS MARKET STALL Sunday 1st December. We will be having our usual Christmas baking, but would be very grateful for any contributions from the congregation eg Christmas decorations, novelties, new gifts that you think may be suitable for Christmas. Judith 332 1577 or Allison 332 0554.
The theme for the service on December 15th is “I’m Dreaming of a Hot Christmas”. Chris is looking for people who have experienced Christmas in the Pacific Islands, Indonesia/Malaysia, Equatorial Africa, or South America, who would be willing to briefly share something of that, in a similar vein to last year (when it was winter Christmases).
A message from Sue: We have an excess of tomato & capsicum seedlings to go to a good home. Folk should phone Peter 960 7657.
WEDNESDAY WALKERS 20th November: Meet 9.30am outside “Cup” 127 Hackthorne Rd (park in Hackthorne Rd either above or below Dyers Pass Rd). Coffee at the Cup. NB: A HILLY WALK! June 332 8874.
CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am-12 noon in the Lounge at Beckenham Methodist. New faces welcome ?. $3 per session. Beverley 332 7786.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Wednesday & Thursday 9am – 12 noon and Friday 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz. Please ensure Anna has any notices by 8am on Thursdays due to internet connection difficulties in the Office. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.
KEEP AN EYE ON THE WEBSITE: www.stmartins.org.nz
HUB NEWS: This week’s information is displayed in the Lounge.
FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Monday 9th December 1-4pm at Beckenham Methodist. Please book through the Parish Office.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: $100 a low-sided trailer load. Please contact Barry 338 4622 or David 339 7038 if you would like a load (or two!)
PLANT & QUALITY PRE-LOVED CLOTHING SALE: Saturday 23rd November 10am-1pm at St Anne’s Anglican Church Hall, cnr Wilsons & Centaurus Roads. There will also be a sausage sizzle. Everyone welcome.

Hub Activities for the week 17th – 24th November

St James’ Presbyterian Church
Tues 19 Nov 9.30am Little Kidz Music meet in Hall Lounge
Thurs 21 Nov 11.30am Pot-luck lunch at Whareora
7.30pm Women Journeying at Gaynor’s.
Fri 22 Nov 4.30pm Friday Kids in Kids Alive room
Sat 23 Nov 9am-4pm ‘Rethinking Retirement’ Workshop. WEA. $30
2-4pm ‘Old Time Christmas Singalong’ at South West
Baptist. Free.
Sun 24 Nov 7pm-8.30pm Choral Festival at CBS Arena.

St Martin’s Presbyterian Church
NB: all events at Beckenham Methodist, Malcolm Ave, unless otherwise specified.
Sun 17 Nov 12 noon Tanzanian Lunch
Wed 20 Nov 9.30am Walking Group. Meet at “Cup”. June 332 8874
7.30pm Session meeting
Thu 21 Nov 10am-12noon Crafty Crafters. $3 per session. New faces always
welcome. Beverley 332 7786
Sun 24 Nov 9am Morning Worship

Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church
Mon 18 Nov 9.30am & 10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Tues 19 Nov 10.00am Mainly Music. Eleanor 960 4824
Wed 20 Nov 7.00 pm Scottish Country Dancing. David 322 7954
Thurs 21 Nov 9.30am &10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.00 pm Beading guild. Contact Gayle 322 6073
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Fri 22 Nov 7.00pm Lift Youth Group – contact Matt 027 3890000

Cashmere Hills Presbyterian Church
Mon 18 Nov 9.30am Pre-School Music. Anna 331 6252
Wed 20 Nov 10.00am Forum on last week’s readings
Thurs 21 Nov 10.30am – 12 noon Prayer Group at 20 Major Aiken Drive
7.30pm Choir Practice
Fri 22 Nov 7.30pm Tango weekend – see website for details:
www.tangovibe.co.nz
Sun 24 Nov 11.30am Healing Service with Communion
5.30pm Sunday Night Lights

Saturday 30th November
Calico Christmas Fare
9am – 12noon
at Cashmere Presbyterian Church
Festive gifts; clever cups; cakes for Christmas & special occasions;
jams, chutneys & pickles; scrumptious homemade pies; fudge & more; sausage sizzle; raffles

WELCOME AND NOTICES
THE GATHERING (rf Psalm 98 ~ The Message)
Let us sing to God a brand-new song. He’s made a world of wonders! He rolled up his sleeves, he set things right.
He showed the world what he could do. He remembered to love us. Shout your praises to God, everybody! Let loose and sing! Strike up the band! Round up an orchestra to play for God,
Add on a hundred-voice choir. Feature trumpets and big trombones, Fill the air with praises to the Lord God.
Let the sea and its fish give a round of applause, With everything living on earth joining in. Let ocean breakers call out, “Encore!”
And mountains harmonize the finale – A tribute to God when he comes, when he comes to set the earth right.

HYMN: For the Music of Creation (Tune: Austria WOV 577)
For the music of creation,
for the song your Spirit sings,
for your sound’s divine expression,
burst of joy in living things:
God, our God, the world’s composer,
hear us, echoes of your voice:
music is your art, your glory,
let the human heart rejoice!

Psalms and symphonies exalt you,
drum and trumpet, string and reed,
simple melodies acclaim you,
tunes that rise from deepest need,
hymns of longing and belonging,
carols from a cheerful throat,
lilt of lullaby and love song
catching heaven in a note.

All the voices of the ages
in transcendent chorus meet,
worship lifting up the senses,
hands that praise and dancing feet;
over discord and division
music speaks your joy and peace,
harmony of earth and heaven,
song of God that cannot cease! © Shirley Murray (AA)

OPENING PRAYERS & THE LORD’S PRAYER – SUNG

TIME WITH THE CHILDREN ~ Hilary Moore

SONG: Butterfly Song
If I were a butterfly,
I’d thank you, Lord, for giving me wings;
and if I were a robin in a tree,
I’d thank you, Lord, that I could sing;
and if I were a fish in the sea,
I’d wiggle my tail and I’d giggle with glee,
but I just thank you, God, for making me “me”.
For you gave me a heart and you gave me a smile,
you gave me Jesus and you made me your child,
and I just thank you, God, for making me “me”.

If I were an elephant,
I’d thank you, Lord, by raising my trunk;
and if I were a kangaroo,
you know I’d hop right up to you;
and if I were an octopus,
I’d thank you, Lord, for my fine looks,
but I just thank you, God, for making me “me”.

If I were a wiggly worm,
I’d thank you, Lord that I could squirm;
and if I were a crocodile,
I’d thank you, Lord, for my big smile;
and if I were a fuzzy-wuzzy bear,
I’d thank you, Lord, for my fuzzy-wuzzy hair,
but I just thank you, God, for making me “me.” ?Brian Howard (NJS)
READINGS: Haggai 1:12 – 2:9 Joan Macdonald
Luke 20: 27- 40 Deborah Fitchett

SERMON
A TIME OF QUIET

THE OFFERING
Creator God, we see your hand open wide to satisfy the need of every living creature. May we have thankful hearts, for all your loving care and kindness. Help us to be faithful stewards of the gifts you have given us, to care for the world around us, and to share your love with all people.
Bless these gifts we bring, in Jesus name. Amen.

HYMN: God of History – Recent, Ancient (Tune:Hyfrydol WOV148ii)
God of history – recent, ancient –
God of every yesterday,
still our God in this day’s moments,
where we go and where we stay:
You have set us in this context,
time, relationship, and place,
hear our praise and glad thanksgiving
for all signs of present grace.

You have called us from division
into unity and hope.
Each and all belong together
in the world’s kaleidoscope.
Help us listen to the voices
daring us to be and do
what you plan for church and people,
loving others, praising you.

How are we, then, called to answer
as we work and as we live,
called to justice, called to mission,
learning to receive and give?
Shall we build a bridge of promise?
Tear down walls that split, divide?
Fling wide doorways, open windows?
Let the spirit come inside?
God, you point us toward the future
where Christ leads and shows the way.
Here and now, work not yet finished
needs our strength and will today.
Thus we move into tomorrow,
called to live and work and be
reconcilers, pilgrim people,
called by Christ, by Christ set free. ? JP Huber (ASF)

WE GREET ONE ANOTHER & THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

HYMN: There’s a Spirit in the Air (Tune: Lauds)
There’s a Spirit in the air,
telling Christians everywhere:
“Praise the love that Christ revealed,
living, working in our world.”

Lose your shyness, find your tongue
tell the world what God has done:
God in Christ has come to stay.
Live tomorrow’s life today!

When believers break the bread,
when a hungry child is fed,
praise the love that Christ revealed,
living, working in our world.

Still the Spirit gives us light,
seeing wrong and setting right:
God in Christ has come to stay.
Live tomorrow’s life today!

When a stranger’s not alone,
where the homeless find a home,
praise the love that Christ revealed,
living, working in our world.

May the Spirit fill our praise,
guide our thoughts and change our ways.
God in Christ has come to stay,
live tomorrow’s life today! © Brian Wren (VU)
THE BLESSING

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea after the service.
TANZANIAN LUNCH: The annual lunches to raise funds for the Orphanage we support in Tanzania will be held next Sunday 17th November. Put your names down TODAY for one of the venues: Sonya & David; Lyndsey McKay; Aubrey & Rachel; Rob & Barb. $5 for a simple lunch. Please support us if you can. Barb 379 1474.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: $100 a low-sided trailer load. Please contact Barry 338 4622 or David 339 7038 if you would like a load (or two!)
BECKENHAM METHODIST Midweek Meal Tuesday 12th November 6pm. All are welcome. Contact Graham 332 2889 for more information.
THE CHRISTCHURCH APW will meet on Wednesday 13th November 9.45am at St James’ Presbyterian Church, Barrington St. This will be our final meeting for the year and will be a Christmas service led by the Rev Anne Stewart. We will be blessing the Christmas hampers for Pillars and finishing with a festive morning tea. All are welcome to attend. Allison 332 0554.
WEDNESDAY WALKERS 13th November: Please meet at the bus stop by the Ferrymead shops on Ferry Rd to catch the bus to Sumner at 9.08am. Further details at the beginning of the walk. Anneke 328 7459. Email anneke.howie@gmail.com.
CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am-12 noon in the Lounge at Beckenham Methodist. New faces are always welcome ?. $3 per session. Beverley 332 7786.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Wednesday & Thursday 9am – 12 noon and Friday 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz. The Office will be closed this Friday (Show Day). Please ensure Anna has any notices by 8pm on TUESDAY. There are internet connection difficulties in the Office currently, so emails need to be sent in plenty of time to be accessed from the web offsite. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.
KEEP AN EYE ON THE WEBSITE: www.stmartins.org.nz
HUB NEWS: This week’s information is displayed in the Lounge.
FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Monday 9th December 1-4pm at Beckenham Methodist. Please book through the Parish Office.
FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS MARKET STALL Sunday 1st December. We will be having our usual Christmas baking, but would be very grateful for any contributions from the congregation eg Christmas decorations, novelties, new gifts that you think may be suitable for Christmas. For more information, please speak to Judith 332 1577 or Allison 332 0554.
PLANT & QUALITY PRE-LOVED CLOTHING SALE: Saturday 23rd November 10am-1pm at St Anne’s Anglican Church Hall, cnr Wilsons & Centaurus Roads. There will also be a sausage sizzle. Everyone welcome.
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Sun 10th Denise; Mon 11th Barbara; Thu 14th Berta, Ruby (90).

Hub Activities for the week 10th- 17th November

St James’ Presbyterian Church
Mon 11 Nov 7.00pm Craft Group
7.00pm Men’s Muster
Tues 12 Nov 9.30am Tuesday Kidz in Hall Lounge
Wed 13 Nov 9.45am Christchurch APW. Rev Anne Stewart will be leading a
Christmas Service and blessing the Christmas
Hampers for Pillars.
10.00am Foot Clinic in Hall Lounge
2.00pm Mid-week Communion, Whareora, Athelstan St
Thurs 14 Nov 9.30am Foot Clinic in Hall Lounge
Fri 15 Nov 4.30pm Friday Kidz in Kidz Live Room

St Martin’s Presbyterian Church
NB: all events at Beckenham Methodist, Malcolm Ave, unless otherwise specified.
Wed 13 Nov 9.30am Walking Group-phone Office 332 6192 for details
Thu 14 Nov 10am-12noon Crafty Crafters. $3 per session. New faces
always welcome. Beverley 332 7786.
Fri 15 Nov SHOW Day. Office closed.
Sun 17 Nov 9am Morning Worship
12 noon Tanzanian Lunch

Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church
Mon 11 Nov 9.30am & 10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Tues 12 Nov 10.00am Mainly Music. Eleanor 960 4824
Wed 13 Nov 10.00 am Craft Group. Linda 322 4437
7.00 pm Scottish Country Dancing. David 322 7954
Thurs 14 Nov 9.30am &10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.00 pm Beading Guild. Gayle 322 6073
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Fri 15 Nov 7.00pm Lift Youth Group. Matt 027 3890000

Cashmere Hills Presbyterian Church
Mon 11 Nov 9.30am Pre-School Music. Anna 331 6252
2.00pm Foot Clinic – phone office for appointments
Tues 12 Nov 7.30pm Cashmere Residents Association AGM (drinks &
nibbles from 7pm), with speakers: Prof. Bryan
Jenkins – Lower Avon Heritage Trail Project;
Margaret Sweet – Friends of Ngaio Marsh
House; an update on CREST followed by an
open community forum.
Wed 13 Nov 10.00am Forum – discuss last Sunday’s Readings. All Welcome
Thurs 14 Nov 10.30am – 12 noon Prayer Group at 20 Major Aiken Drive
7.30pm Choir Practice

CALL TO WORSHIP:
In each new day that dawns, each new week,
or month, or year,
God still believes in us, still holds out new possibilities.
God calls us constantly to begin again
in living out the destiny that is ours,
in being truly a people of covenant,
participants and co-workers in shaping a world that reflects
God’s love for humanity, for the earth and all its creatures.

HYMN: God Whose Love is Everywhere
God whose love is everywhere
made our earth and all things fair,
ever keeps them in his care;
praise the God of love!
He who hung the stars in space
holds the spinning world in place;
praise the God of love!

Come with thankfulness to sing
of the gifts the seasons bring,
summer, winter, autumn, spring;
praise the God of love!
He who gave us breath and birth
gives us all the fruitful earth;
praise the God of love!

See the sign of love appear,
flame of glory, bright and clear,
light for all the world is here;
praise the God of love!
Gloom and darkness, get you gone!
Christ the Light of life has shone;
praise the God of love! © Hope Publishing (HFTC)

WELCOME AND NOTICES

OPENING PRAYERS & THE LORD’S PRAYER

TIME WITH THE CHILDREN & A SONG (on screen) Wayne Barton

READINGS: From Psalm 32 – a paraphrase Barry Moore
2 Thessalonians 1: 1-4, 11-12 Hilary Moore

REFLECTIVE GOSPEL READING, Jesus and Zacchaeus
(Presentation ~ Irene Gray)

A TIME OF SILENCE

HYMN: There’s a Wideness in God’s mercy
There’s a wideness in God’s mercy like the wideness of the sea;
there’s a kindness in God’s justice which is more than liberty.
There’s no place where human sorrows are more deeply felt than heav’n.
There’s no place where human failings have such kindly judgements giv’n.

For the love of God is broader than the measure of our mind
and the heart of the eternal is most wonderfully kind.
But we make that love to narrow by the limits of our own;
and we magnify God’s strictness with a zeal love will not own.

There is grace enough for thousands of new worlds as great as this;
there is room for fresh creations in that end- less world of bliss.
If our love were but more simple we would trust the living Word;
and our lives would fill with gladness in the joy of Christ our Lord.
(Words: Frederick Faber , alt Colin Gibson)

THE OFFERING
We give ourselves and these gifts with enthusiasm
because our spirits seek what is truly real.
In love, in faith, in community, you reveal to us a new way of belonging,
of being, of becoming. Bless us and those around us in all these ways. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

PRAYERS FOR OTHERS

AN AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
We believe in God whose creativity is not defeated
by concrete or traffic, but shines forth in the centre of our life.
We believe in Jesus Christ who lived as friend and Saviour
to the people of both city and countryside:
who ate and laughed, wept and celebrated
with ordinary people like us.
We believe in the Holy Spirit who moves through the city
as truth and moments of love,
who goes between us with threads of community
and never leaves us without hope.
And we believe in the church which is real
when it stands open to the life of the city
and bears witness to the love and justice of God. AMEN.

INVITATION TO COMMUNION & THE PEACE

A GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
May God be with us. God is here among us.
Let us open our hearts to God.
We open them to God and to one another.
Let us give thanks to God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.

God, we come to this table … prejudice and selfishness;
We come to this table, gifted, thankful. We have come to offer back the gifts and skills, you have given each of us.
We have come to celebrate the resources of this congregation,
the opportunities for new life and service.

We come to this table … that takes away our burdens;
We have come to this table, searching.
We have come to drink from your cup of blessing,
that breaks open the promise; that unseals the covenant;
that offers its very self.
And so we come to this table with thanksgiving;
free to move out into the world; free to go where you call and to share your love in Christ’s name …

COMMUNION

PRAYER FOLLOWING COMMUNION

HYMN: Sent Forth by God’s Blessing
Sent forth by God’s blessing, our true faith confessing,
the people of God from this dwelling take leave.
The supper is ended, O now be extended
the fruits of this service in all who believe.
The seed of Christ’s teaching, receptive souls reaching,
shall blossom in action for God and for all.
God’s grace did invite us, God’s love shall unite us
to work for the kingdom and answer its call.

With praise and thanksgiving to God ever living,
the tasks of our everyday life we will face.
Our faith ever sharing, in love ever caring,
embracing God’s children of each tribe and race.
With your feast you feed us, with your light now lead us;
unite us one in this life that we share.
Then may all the living with praise and thanksgiving
give honour to Christ and the name that we bear.
© World Library Publication (VU)

THE BLESSING

FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Following the cutting down of the big cedar tree beside the church, by a contract arborist, the roundels are in the process of being split by church members using a motorised log splitter. Approx 60% has been split creating around 9 cubic metres of firewood stacked at the back of the church. The Board of Managers has agreed to sell this to members at $100 a low-sided trailer load.
Please contact Barry Moore 338 4622 or David Hodder 339 7038 if you would like a load (or two!)

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea after the service.

TANZANIAN LUNCH: The annual lunches to raise funds for the Orphanage we support in Tanzania will be held on Sunday 17th November. Put your names down for one of the venues: Sonya & David; Lyndsey McKay; Aubrey & Rachel; Rob & Barb. $5 for a simple lunch. Please support us if you can. Barb 379 1474.

DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES FOR NEXT MAGAZINE is Sunday 10th November. Anneke is looking for contributions NOW. Please email them to: anneke.howie@gmail.com or post to 5 Simeon Quay, Lyttelton 8082. Queries? Phone Anneke on 328 7459.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 6th November: meet 9.30am at St James’ Church, corner Barrington & Bewdley Streets. Coffee there 10.30 as a fundraiser for St Martin’s Church – thanks to the people of St James’ for this. June 332 8874.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am-12 noon in the Lounge at Beckenham Methodist. New faces are always welcome ?. $3 per session. Beverley 332 7786.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Wednesday & Thursday 9am – 12 noon and Friday 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz.
NB: Anna will be at Beckenham Methodist this Thursday (7th November) from 10am.

KEEP AN EYE ON THE WEBSITE: www.stmartins.org.nz

HUB NEWS: This week’s information is displayed in the Lounge.

FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Monday 9th December 1-4pm at Beckenham Methodist. Please book through the Parish Office.

CHRISTMAS MARKET STALL Sunday 1st December. Fireside would be very grateful for any contributions of new items from the congregation.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Thu 7th Audrey (80!); Fri 8th Sonya; Sat 9th Chris.

Hub Activities for the week 3rd – 11th November

St James’ Presbyterian Church
Tues 5 Nov 9.30am Tuesday Kidz in Hall Lounge
Fri 8 Nov 4.30pm Friday Kidz in Kidz Live Room

St Martin’s Presbyterian Church
NB: all events at Beckenham Methodist, Malcolm Ave, unless otherwise specified.
Wed 6 Nov 9.30am Walking Group. Please phone June 332 8874 for
this week’s destination.
Thu 7 Nov 10am-12noon Crafty Crafters. $3 per session. New faces always
welcome. Beverley 332 7786.
Sun 10 Nov 9am Morning Worship

Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church
Mon 4 Nov 9.30am & 10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Tues 5 Nov 10.00am Mainly Music. Eleanor 960 4824
Wed 6 Nov 9.30 am U3A in Lounge. Pauline 332 0453
7.00 pm Scottish Country Dancing. David 322 7954
Thurs 7 Nov 9.30am & 10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.00 pm Beading guild. Gayle 322 6073
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Fri 8 Nov 7.00pm Lift Youth Group. Matt 027 3890000

Cashmere Hills Presbyterian Church
Sun 3 Nov 3-5pm Neighbourhood Week community barbecue in
association with Cashmere Residents
Association. Refreshments, activities and
information from Civil Defence and associated
agencies. Come join us for a snack and a chat,
and enjoy meeting more neighbours.
Mon 4 Nov 9.30am Pre-School Music. Anna 331 6252
1.45pm Cashmere Garden Club
Tues 5 Nov 9.30am Foot Clinic – phone office for appointments
Wed 6 Nov 10.00am Forum – a group to discuss and reflect on the
previous Sunday’s Readings and Sermon. All
Welcome
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Let the favour of the Lord our God be upon us, and prosper for us the work of our hands – O prosper the work of our hands! (Ps 90: 16-17)

WELCOME AND NOTICES

CALL TO WORSHIP:
God, who calls us to find meaningful work for our hands and our lives,
calls us also to see work in its proper perspective,
as a necessary and important part of life,
but not as a measure of life’s worth.

As we seek God’s Spirit moving among and within us,
may we hear the call to relationship ~
both with God and other people, as the real measure of life;
and may we be given insight to respond to that call
with all of our creative powers.

HYMN: God Who Gives to Life (Tune: Blaenwern WOV 165ii)
God who gives to life its goodness,
God creator of all joy,
God who gives to us our freedom,
God who blesses tool and toy:
teach us now to laugh and praise you,
deep within, your praises sing
till the whole creation dances
for the goodness of its king.

God who fills the earth with beauty,
God who binds each friend to friend,
God who names us co-creators
God who wills that chaos end:
grant us now creative spirits,
minds responsive to your mind,
hearts and wills your reign extending
all our acts by love refined. © W. Farquharson (VU)

OPENING PRAYER & THE LORD’S PRAYER

Learn Come and Find the Quiet Centre

STORY-TIME

READINGS: Exodus 20:1-2, 8-11 Anneke Howie
Responsive Reading – From a paraphrase of Psalm 90 (on the screen)
Mark 2: 23-28 Jeannette Beaumont

SONG: Come and Find the Quiet Centre
Come and find the quiet centre
in the crowded life we lead,
find the room for hope to enter,
find the frame where we are freed:
clear the chaos and the clutter,
clear our eyes, that we can see
all the things that really matter,
be at peace, and simply be.

Silence is a friend who claims us,
cools the heat and slows the pace,
God it is who speaks and names us,
knows our being, touches base,
making space within our thinking,
lifting shades to show the sun,
raising courage when we’re shrinking,
finding scope for faith begun.

In the Spirit let us travel,
open to each other’s pain,
let our lives and fears unravel,
celebrate the space we gain:
there’s a place for deepest dreaming,
there’s a time for heart to care,
in the Spirit’s lively scheming
there is always room to spare! © Shirley Murray (FFS)

SERMON: Our calling and our work

THE OFFERING
We trust O God that there are things we can do and bring and say and sing. We can sing for joy, we can say a prayer, we can bring our love and we can do our share. As we present our offering today we do so with hearts of thanksgiving, that it may be used for your purposes in our congregation, in the wider church, and in our neighbourhoods and world. We ask your blessing upon us and these gifts we pray, in Jesus’ name. Amen.

HYMN: Sing to Celebrate the City (Tune: Bithynia WOV 363)
Sing to celebrate the city!
Sing the lives of people there,
sing the work of skill and beauty,
all who serve and all who care.
In the dictates of the dollar,
in the systems where we live,
find the currency of kindness,
eyes to smile and hearts to give.

We who are the city’s traffic,
driving, driven, keeping pace,
name the God who makes us neighbours,
give our faith a human face;
in the workplace of God’s people,
in the highrise and the home
our agenda is for justice –
changing lives for good to come.

Celebrate the art of living!
Every colour, every sport,
every cultures dance and music,
every truth that that love has taught –
be for God within the city,
life and loving are not priced:
light the lights of joyful worship,
set the table for the Christ! © Shirley Murray (AA)

WE GREET ONE ANOTHER

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

HYMN: There’s a Spirit in the Air (Tune: Lauds)
There’s a Spirit in the air,
telling Christians everywhere:
“Praise the love that Christ revealed,
living, working in our world.”

Lose your shyness, find your tongue
tell the world what God has done:
God in Christ has come to stay.
Live tomorrow’s life today!

When believers break the bread,
when a hungry child is fed,
praise the love that Christ revealed,
living, working in our world.

Still the Spirit gives us light,
seeing wrong and setting right:
God in Christ has come to stay.
Live tomorrow’s life today!

When a stranger’s not alone,
where the homeless find a home,
praise the love that Christ revealed,
living, working in our world. © Brian Wren (VU)

THE BLESSING

Lord you have been our refuge from one generation to another.
Before the mountains were brought forth, or the earth and the world were made: you are God, from age to age everlasting.
Teach us to know how few are our days: that we may apply our hearts to wisdom. Satisfy us in the morning with your constant love: so that we may rejoice and be glad all the days of our life.
Show your servants your work: and let their children see your glory.
May your favour O Lord our God be upon us: and prosper the work of our hands, O prosper the work of our hands.

HYMN: Lord of All Hopefulness (Tune: Slane (2) WOV 557)
Lord of all hopefulness, Lord of all joy,
whose trust, ever childlike, no cares can destroy,

be there at our waking, and give us, we pray,
your bliss in our hearts, Lord, at the break of the day.

Lord of all eagerness, Lord of all faith,
whose strong hands were skilled at the plane and the lathe,
be there at our labours, and give us, we pray,
your strength in our hearts, Lord, at the noon of the day.

Lord of all kindliness, Lord of all grace,
your hands swift to welcome, your arms to embrace,
be there at our homing, and give us, we pray,
your love in our hearts, Lord, at the eve of the day.

Lord of all gentleness, Lord of all calm,
whose voice is contentment, whose presence is balm,
be there at our sleeping, and give us, we pray,
your peace in our hearts, Lord, at the end of the day.
© Oxford University Press (WOV)

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea after the service.

BACON FUNDRAISER: All orders are due in TODAY (money with order please). Cost: $8 per pack. Delivery: first week in November. Joan Mac 337 1648.

DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES FOR NEXT MAGAZINE is Sunday 10th November. Anneke is looking for contributions NOW. Please email them to: anneke.howie@gmail.com or post to 5 Simeon Quay, Lyttelton 8082. Queries? Phone Anneke on 328 7459.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 30th October: meet 9.30am cnr Wilsons/Beckford Rds. Coffee at Café Mint. June 332 8874.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am -12 noon at Beckenham Methodist. $3 per session. Beverley 332 7786.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Wednesday & Thursday 9am – 12 noon and Friday 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz. Website: www.stmartins.org.nz
HUB NEWS: This week’s information is displayed in the Lounge.

FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Monday 9th December 1-4pm at Beckenham Methodist. Please book through the Parish Office.

CHRISTMAS MARKET STALL Sunday 1st December. Fireside would be very grateful for any contributions from the congregation.
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Sun 27th Allison; Tony.

Hub Activities for the week 27th October – 3rd November

St James’ Presbyterian Church
Sun 27 Oct 12 noon LA LA LACs lunch
Tues 29 Oct 9.30am Tuesday Kidz in Hall Lounge
Thurs 31 Oct 9.45am Discussion Group at Stephanie’s
Fri 1 Nov 4.30pm Friday Kidz in Kidz Live Room
Sun 3 Nov 10am Action Church – ‘All Saints’

St Martin’s Presbyterian Church
NB: all events at Beckenham Methodist, Malcolm Ave, unless otherwise specified.
Wed 30 Oct 9.30am Walking Group. Meet cnr Wilsons & Beckford
Rds. Coffee at Cafe Mint. June 332 8874
Thu 31 Oct 10am-12noon Crafty Crafters. $3 per session. New faces always
welcome. Beverley 332 7786
Sun 3 Nov 9am Communion

Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church
Tues 29 Oct 10.00am Mainly Music. Eleanor 960 4824
Weds 30 Oct 10.00 am Craft Group. Linda 322 4437
7.00 pm Scottish Country Dancing. David 322 7954
Thurs 31 Oct 9.30am & 10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Fri 1 Nov 7.00pm Lift Youth Group. Matt 027 3890000

Cashmere Hills Presbyterian Church
Sun 27 Oct 11.30am Healing Service
12noon Parish Luncheon
5.00pm Sunday Night Lights
Wed 30 Oct 10.00am Forum – a group to discuss and reflect on the
previous Sunday’s Readings and Sermon. All Welcome
Thurs 31 Oct 10.30am – 12 noon Prayer Group at 20 Major Aiken Drive

Sun 3 Nov 3-5pm Neighbourhood Week community barbecue in
association with Cashmere Residents
Association. Refreshments, activities and
information from Civil Defence and associated
agencies. Come join us for a snack and a chat,
and enjoy meeting more neighbours.

This morning we welcome Cassie Welch ~ Community Development Worker ~ who is working with small Focus Groups in parishes, including us.
WELCOME AND NOTICES
GATHERING: adapted from John Weir
Who is moving through the silence, gentle as the summer rain?
Who is beckoning from the doorway, asking us to come on out?
God, we see your presence in the eyes of those who love, in the actions of those who care;
in the streets of little towns, in the shadows of the city,
where we gather in your name.

HYMN: God of History – Recent, Ancient (Tune: Hyfrydol) God of history – recent, ancient –
God of every yesterday,
still our God in this day’s moments,
where we go and where we stay:
You have set us in this context,
time, relationship, and place,
hear our praise and glad thanksgiving
for all signs of present grace.

You have called us from division
into unity and hope.
Each and all belong together
in the world’s kaleidoscope.
Help us listen to the voices
daring us to be and do
what you plan for church and people,
loving others, praising you.

How are we, then, called to answer
as we work and as we live,
called to justice, called to mission,
learning to receive and give?
Shall we build a bridge of promise?
Tear down walls that split, divide?
Fling wide doorways, open windows?
Let the Spirit come inside?

God, you point us toward the future
where Christ leads and shows the way.
Here and now, work not yet finished
needs our strength and will today.
Thus we move into tomorrow,
called to live and work and be
reconcilers, pilgrim people,
called by Christ, by Christ set free. © JP Huber (ASF)

OPENING PRAYER

TIME WITH THE CHILDREN

SONG: The Church is Wherever God’s People
The church is wherever God’s people are singing
sharing good news with a song and a voice.
The church is where we as Christ’s followers are telling
our stories of faith and our message, rejoice!

The church is wherever God’s people are laughing,
finding God’s blessing in every new face.
The church is now moving in different directions,
with Christ as our guide in a trail filled with grace.

The church is not found in one place or one building,
frozen in memories from long, long ago.
The church is exploring adventures of living
that free us to follow new paths God will show.
New words from Mead Baldwin © 2013 (Gathering)

READING AND COMMENT: Micah 6:4-8 – Lyndsey McKay

HYMN: Sing to Celebrate the City (Tune: WOV 92)
Sing to celebrate the city!
Sing the lives of people there,
sing the work of skill and beauty,
all who serve and all who care.
In the dictates of the dollar,
in the systems where we live,
find the currency of kindness,
eyes to smile and hearts to give.

We who are the city’s traffic,
driving, driven, keeping pace,
name the God who makes us neighbours,
give our faith a human face;
in the workplace of God’s people,
in the highrise and the home
our agenda is for justice –
changing lives for good to come.

Celebrate the art of living!
Every colour, every sport,
every cultures dance and music,
every truth that that love has taught –
be for God within the city,
life and loving are not priced:
light the lights of joyful worship,
set the table for the Christ! © Shirley Murray (AA)

A CONVERSATION WITH CASSIE

THE OFFERING
God, as we come to ask your blessing on these gifts of money and food, we are conscious of what you have given us: the gift of life and love, support for each day and guidance for living, opportunities for service and examples of caring.
We respond to your generosity when we share your goodness with others. We respond to your generosity when we share our lives with others. Amen.

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE LORD’S PRAYER

HYMN: Putting People First
Speaking up for those who cannot speak,
reaching out to the poor and the weak,
changing systems that prison the mind,
bringing hope and liberty;
putting people,
putting people,
putting people first for a change.

Standing tall with those who stand alone,
in solidarity;
it is the work of Jesus Christ,
it is the work for me.

Working hard for change, not charity,
making the blind ones see;
it is the work of Jesus Christ,
it is the work for me.

Letting go that others may enjoy,
teaching true community:
It is the work of Jesus Christ,
it is the work for me. © Colin Gibson (for 50th Anniversary of CWS)

THE BLESSING

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Sun 20th Fern; Tue 22nd Bruce, Lesley, Cynthia; Wed 23rd Lyn; Fri 25th Warren, Jim.

NOTICES A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea after the service.
DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES FOR NEXT MAGAZINE is Sunday 10th November. Anneke is looking for contributions NOW. Please email them to: anneke.howie@gmail.com or post to 5 Simeon Quay, Lyttelton 8082. Queries? Phone Anneke on 328 7459.
BACON FUNDRAISER: All orders due in by next Sunday (money with order please) and it would help increase funds for the church if anyone who is able could take orders from friends. Cost: $8 per pack. Delivery: first week in November. Order forms are available from Joan Mac 337 1648.
FIRESIDE meets this Tuesday 22nd October at Joan Scott’s home 7.30pm to hear more about Anneke’s recent trip. All welcome. Margaret 366 2939.
WEDNESDAY WALKERS 23rd October: We are venturing out to West Melton (map to be emailed). Carpool from 43 St Martins Rd 8.55am or arrange to combine cars yourselves. Heather & Trevor’s daughter Sandra is kindly hosting us for morning tea. Donations to the Special Olympics. Sonya 339 7038.
CARING & SHARING meets on Wednesday 23rd October 2pm at Beckenham Methodist. Everyone is very welcome. Irene 332 7306.
CRAFTY CRAFTERS meets every Thursday 10am -12 noon in the Beckenham Methodist Lounge. $3 per session. New faces are always welcome. Please contact Beverley 332 7786 for more information.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Wednesday & Thursday 9am – 12 noon and Friday 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz. Location: St Anne’s Anglican Church, 7 Wilsons Rd (at the rear of the site near the sandpit). Website: www.stmartins.org.nz
HUB NEWS: This week’s information is displayed in the Lounge.
FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Monday 25th November 1-4pm at Beckenham Methodist. Please book through the Parish Office.
CHRISTMAS MARKET STALL Sunday 1st December. Fireside would be very grateful for any contributions from the congregation.
NEW ROSTER for readers out now – please check to see if there’s a copy for you

Hub Activities for the week 20th – 27th October

St James’ Presbyterian Church
Tues 22 Oct 9.30am Tuesday Kidz in Hall Lounge
7.30pm Parish Council meeting
Thurs 24 Oct 9.45am Discussion Group at Stephanie’s
Fri 25 Oct 12 noon Community Lunch at Whareora, Athelstan St
4.30pm Friday Kidz in Kidz Live Room
Sun 27 Oct 12 noon LA LA LACs lunch
12noon BBQ lunch at Cashmere Church

St Martin’s Presbyterian Church
NB: all events at Beckenham Methodist, Malcolm Ave, unless otherwise specified.
Tue 22 Oct 7.30pm Fireside Women’s Group at Joan’s 338 8700
Wed 23 Oct 9.30am Walking Group. June 332 8874
2pm Caring & Sharing. Phone Office 332 6192 for details
Thu 24 Oct 10am-12noon Crafty Crafters. $3 per session. New faces always
welcome. Beverley 332 7786
Sun 27 Oct 9am Morning Worship

Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church
Mon 21 Oct 9.30am & 10.40am Tai Chi in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Tues 22 Oct 10.00am Mainly Music. Eleanor 960 4824
Weds 23 Oct 10.00 am Craft Group. Linda 322 4437
7.00 pm Scottish Country Dancing. David 322 7954
Thurs 24 Oct 9.30am & 10.40am Tai Chi for seniors in lounge. Brian 338 6228
7.30 pm Spreydon Indoor Bowls. Pat 353 0265
Fri 25 Oct 7.00pm Lift Youth Group – contact Matt 027 3890000

Cashmere Hills Presbyterian Church
Mon 21 Oct 9.30am Pre-School Music
Wed 23 Oct 10.00am Forum – a group to discuss and reflect on the
previous Sunday’s Readings and Sermon. All Welcome
Thurs 24 Oct 10.30am – 12 noon Prayer Group at 20 Major Aiken Drive
Sun 27 Oct 11.30am Healing Service
5.00pm Sunday Night Lights