WELCOME AND NOTICES

CALL TO WORSHIP:
We gather this morning to worship God.
We come, open to the power of God’s presence in our midst.
We come to listen for the living Word:
This is the Word we can trust; the Word of Life.
The Word that endures forever.

HYMN: Thanks to God Whose Word Was Spoken
Thanks to God whose word was spoken
in the making of the earth.
His the voice that called a nation,
fired her vision, tried her worth.
God has spoken, God has spoken:
praise him for his open word!

Thanks to God whose word incarnate
heights and depths of life did share.
Deeds and words and death and rising
grace in human form declare.
God has spoken, God has spoken:
praise him for his open word!

Thanks to God whose word was written
in the Bible’s sacred page,
record of the revelation
showing God to every age.
God has spoken, God has spoken:
praise him for his open word!

Thanks to God whose word is published
in the tongues of every race.
See its glory undiminished
by the change of time or place.
God is speaking, God is speaking:
praise him for his open word! © Hope Publishing (HFTC)

OPENING PRAYERS & THE LORD’S PRAYER

MISSION MOMENT – John England

A SKETCH FOR BIBLE SUNDAY

SONG: Songbook 20 With a Hoot and a Toot

READINGS: Isaiah 11: 1-6 ~ Hope as a visible, public, shared yearning.
Peggy Cree

Luke 4: 14-21 ~ Jesus’ Manifesto Ken Cree

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

HYMN: We Remember With Thanksgiving (Tune: Hymn to Joy WOV 92)
We remember with thanksgiving
those who dared frontiers of old.
Speaking words of faithful living,
they in truth the gospel told.
They believed the church’s story
that in Christ all folk are one.
Both the mission and the glory
were that God’s good will be done.

We rejoice to see the Spirit
working here and now as then,
claiming lives of those who hear it –
good news told by tongue and pen.
Reconciling, teaching, healing,
saving body, mind and soul;
peace with justice, love revealing
God’s desire to make us whole.

Into future generations
may the Word go out abroad,
so all people, lands and nations
join to praise our gracious God.
Then, in gratitude for vision,
Reaffirm, recall, rejoice,
recommit ourselves to mission,
still the church’s clearest voice. © Jane Parker Huber (SiC)

THE OFFERING:
We celebrate the ability to give for our church,
and to care for others.
Receive these offerings, O God, and bless them.
Give us joy in our giving, quiet satisfaction as we see our
gifts go to work, and a reminder of all you have given us
in Jesus Christ. Amen.

WE GREET ONE ANOTHER

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

HYMN: Great and Deep the Spirit’s Purpose (Tune: Austria WOV 577 )
Great and deep the Spirit’s purpose
hidden now in mystery;
nature bursts with joyful promise,
ripe with what is yet to be.
In a wealth of rich invention,
still the work of art unfolds –
barely have we seen, and faintly,
what God’s great salvation holds.

Great and deep the Spirit’s purpose
making Jesus seen and heard.
Every age of God’s creation
grasps new meanings from the Word.
Show us, Holy Spirit, show us
your new work begun today;
eyes and ears and hearts are open,
teach us what to do and say.

Great and deep the Spirit’s purpose
all God’s children brought to birth,
freed from hunger, fear and evil
every corner of the earth.
And a million million voices
speak with joy the Saviour’s name;
every face reflects his image,
never any two the same.

Great and deep the Spirit’s purpose
nothing shall be left to chance.
All that lives will be united
in the everlasting dance.
All fulfilled and all perfected,
each uniquely loved and known,
Christ in glory unimagined
once for all receives his own. © Marnie Barrell (AA)

THE BLESSING
NOTICES
A very warm welcome to you all as you worship with us this morning. Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee in the lounge after the service.

A NEW PARISH PHONE LIST is now available – please contact the Office if you would like a copy, or pop your name on the clipboard in the foyer.

CUPPA & CHAT: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10am – 12 noon. Do pop in! For details, please contact Aubrey 930 2525. All welcome.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 18th July: Meet 9.30am in Opawa Mall at Hawford Rd end. Coffee at Opawa Bakery & Café. Joan 338 8700.

SESSION meets this Wednesday 18th July at 7.30pm.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am – 12 noon. New faces always welcome! Please contact Beverley 332 7786 for more information.

FIRESIDE FUNDRAISER: Fresh Cheese Rolls for Sale. $5 per dozen or $13 for 3 dozen. Order forms are available in the foyer. Pick up Sunday 29th July. Queries to Judith 332 1577 please.

FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Thursday 2nd August. Lyndsey 388 1264.

MARMALADE FOR MISSIONS & BOOK EXCHANGE: Please support these fundraisers! Please note that some of the books are now in the Office.

Fundraiser for St Giles’ Papanui: All are invited to a ceilidh at St Giles on Saturday 21 July at 7.30pm. Tickets $10 per person (available from Music Works, Colombo Street) or speak to Irene Gray for more details.

Richmond Handbell Choir presents a Midwinter Musical on Sunday 22 July 2pm at Blue Skies Youth Lodge, Kaiapoi. $5 entry fee. Phone Clare 360 3831 for more information.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Wed & Thurs 9am – 12 noon & Fri 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Wednesday 18th Peggy & Fiona.

WELCOME AND NOTICES

CALL TO WORSHIP:
Jesus was rejected
by his hometown, by his own people, by his friends.
But Jesus created trust
for his disciples, for the community, for the world.
In the midst of rejection, let us build acceptance:
for our children, for our community, for ourselves.
Come, let us worship God.

HYMN: Sing Your Praise to God Eternal (Tune: Hyfrydol WOV 148(ii))
Sing your praise to God eternal, sing your praise to God the Son,
sing your praise to God the Spirit, living and forever One.
God has made us, God has blessed us, God has called us to be true.
God rules over all creation, daily making all things new.

Join the praise of every creature, sing with singing birds at dawn;
when the stars shine forth at nightfall, hear their heavenly antiphon.
Praise God for the light of summer, autumn glories, winter snows,
for the coming of the springtime and the life of all that grows.

Praise God on our days of gladness for the summons to rejoice;
praise God in our times of sadness for the calm, consoling voice.
God our Maker, strong and loving, Christ our Saviour, Leader, Lord,
living God, Creator Spirit, be your holy name adored!
? Emmanuel College, Toronto (VU)

OPENING PRAYERS & THE LORD’S PRAYER

STORY TIME

INTRODUCTION TO THE READINGS

READINGS: 2 Samuel 5: 1 – 5, 9 – 10 Aubrey McLeod
Mark 6: 1 – 13 Judith Mackay

HYMN: In Loving Partnership (Tune: Church Triumphant WOV 1)
In Loving partnership we come,
seeking, O God, your will to do.
Our prayers and actions new 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)

SERMON: Partnership
A TIME OF QUIET

HYMN: Great Creator God (Tune: Regent Square WOV 84)
Great Creator God, you call us
through the church to do your will.
Stewards of both past and promise,
may we each our work fulfil,
building up in faith and nurture
Christ’s own mission, lively still.

Out of all our varied stories
may we weave a single tale,
here confessing sin and discord,
times we stumble, times we fail.
Yet forgiven, cleansed, refashioned,
in Christ’s strength shall we prevail.

Christ still calls to peace and justice,
health and wholeness, love and grace.
We are partners in that mission
for this time and in this place.
O God, grant us sense and courage
in the daily tasks we face.

Without vision, people perish,
without challenge, drift and die.
Give us then the tools of daring
and the clarity of eye
for creating in the present
visions far and wide and high. © JP Huber (ASF)

THE OFFERING
God of grace, receive these gifts we bring.
May we use them to break down walls of misunderstanding
and open wide doors that tell everyone: You are loved,
and you are welcome in God’s sight. Always. Amen.

WE GREET ONE ANOTHER

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

HYMN: Filled With the Spirit’s Power (WOV 328)
Filled with the Spirit’s power, with one accord
the infant church confessed its risen Lord.
O Holy Spirit, in the church today
no less your power of fellowship display.

Now with the mind of Christ set us on fire,
that unity may be our great desire.
Give joy and peace, give faith to hear your call,
and readiness in each to work for all.

Widen our love, good Spirit, to embrace
the people of all lands and every race.
Like wind and fire with life among us move,
till we are known as Christ’s, and Christian prove.
© Hope Publishing (HFTC)
BLESSING

BIBLE SUNDAY NEXT SUNDAY 15 JULY
Please bring old & unusual bibles for the display.

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to you all as you worship with us this morning. Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee in the lounge after the service.

CUPPA & CHAT: Please note that the soup & rolls on Monday evenings is no longer happening due to lack of support.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays however continue as usual 10am – 12 noon. Do pop in! For details, please contact Aubrey 930 2525. All welcome.

FIRESIDE FUNDRAISER: Fresh Cheese Rolls for Sale. $5 per dozen or $13 for 3 dozen. Order forms are available in the foyer. Pick up Sunday 29th July. Queries to Judith 332 1577 please.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 11th July: Meet 9.30am in Hoon Hay Rd near Cashmere Rd corner. Coffee at Silverbacks. June 332 8874.

Christchurch APW meets on Wednesday 11th July 9.45am at St Martin’s. There will be a Sales Table. All are welcome. Allison 332 0554.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am – 12 noon. New faces always welcome! Please contact Beverley 332 7786 for more information.

FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Thursday 2nd August. Lyndsey 388 1264.

MARMALADE FOR MISSIONS & BOOK EXCHANGE: Please support these fundraisers!

ST MARTINS THEATRE GROUP: re “The Motor Camp”, now playing at Court Theatre. Madg and I have previewed this show. On this occasion we ask those interested to make their own arrangements. It is very funny, and was well received by a largely elderly audience, but the language and some content will offend many. As one critic said, it strays into the risque, rude and even obscene. We are happy to talk about the play with anyone who is concerned, and will keep in touch about further theatre options. Lyn and Madg.

FUNDRAISER FOR ST GILES’ PAPANUI: All are invited to a ceilidh at St Giles on Saturday 21 July at 7.30pm. Tickets $10 per person (available from Music Works, Colombo Street) or speak to Irene Gray for more details.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Wed & Thurs 9am – 12 noon & Fri 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Sunday 8th July Adam & Carol.

GATHERING: (from the rear of the church)
We gather here in your presence, God,
in our need, and bringing with us the needs of the world.
We come to you, for you come to us in Jesus,
and know by experience what human life is like.
We come with our hopes and with our fears.
We come as we are, because you invite us to come.

HYMN: 109 Tell Out My Soul

OPENING PRAYERS

THE LORD’S PRAYER – SUNG

STORY TIME

INTRODUCTION TO THE READINGS

READINGS: Genesis 32:22-31 Fern Wakefield
Mark 5.21-43 John McKean

SUNG RESPONSE (seated)
Be still and know that I am God.
Be still and know that I am God.
Be still and know that I am God.

I am the Lord who saves and heals.
I am the Lord who saves and heals.
I am the Lord who saves and heals.

In you, Lord God, I put my trust.
In you, Lord God, I put my trust.
In you, Lord God, I put my trust. © Arrangement CH Trust (CH4)

SERMON: Dare to Touch

A TIME OF QUIET

AN AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
We believe in God who called the world into being, who created men and women and set them free to live in love, obedience and community.
We believe in God, who because of love for his creation, entered the world in Jesus, to share our humanity: to rejoice and to despair;
to set before us the way of life and wholeness;
to be rejected, to die, but to finally conquer death.

We believe in God who invites us into the community of the church,
that through a journey of faith we may experience God’s sustaining grace; that we may fulfil our human responsibility and reach out to our neighbour; that we may work to bring healing and wholeness to an uncertain world; that we may rejoice in God’s faithfulness and in the joy of life itself.

We believe in God, who through his Spirit, is present and working in the world. We see God’s purposes in a spark of light here and there; as we watch children at play and know hope born anew in each generation…perhaps to continue to burn brightly.
For that hope we give thanks. AMEN.

THE OFFERING
In faith, we dare to venture forth. In faith, we dare to claim God’s promises. In faith, we dare to give.
God, as you have been with us on our journeys, as you have gifted us with healing beyond our dreams, as you have transformed us into new people, so we give back to you. Bless these offerings, bless our discipleship, and commission us afresh to your work in your world; in Jesus’ name. Amen.

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

INVITATION TO COMMUNION AND THE PEACE

HYMN: Now To Your Table Spread
Now to your table spread we come, each one, in faith
that you alone provide the words of life and death:
in wine and bread, in promised food
we find your loving heart, O God.
Hands of the world stretch out, your mystery to touch
in longing to believe a truth beyond our reach,
to sing in joy, to cry in grief,
to know your meaning for our life.

Here is our common wealth in sharing what is good,
as though all humankind around one table stood,
this bread to break, this wine to taste –
one people in the name of Christ. © Shirley Murray (AA)

A GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
The Lord is here God’s Spirit is with us.
Lift up your hearts We lift them to God.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God
It is right to give God thanks and praise.
Creator God … we praise you saying:
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might;
Heaven and earth are full of your glory
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is the one who comes in your name,
Hosanna in the highest.
Then, God, you sent yourself to us…
We break this bread to share in the body of Christ.
We who are many are one body
for we all share the one bread.

COMMUNION

PRAYER FOLLOWING COMMUNION

HYMN: Songbook 30 These Hills Where the Hawk Flies Lonely

THE BLESSING

NOTICE OF CONGREGATIONAL MEETING:
following the service next Sunday 8th July. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to you all as you worship with us this morning. Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee in the lounge after the service.

CUPPA & CHAT Mondays 6.30 – 8.00pm with FREE soup and rolls; Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10am – 12 noon. Do pop in! For details, please contact Aubrey 930 2525. All welcome.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 4th July: Carpool 9.10am at church for a walk around St Albans. Coffee at Ris’tretto, Barbadoes Street. Allison 332 0554.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am – 12 noon. New faces always welcome! Please contact Beverley 332 7786 for more information.

MEN’S GROUP meets in the Lounge this Thursday 5th July at 6pm for a shared tea. The speaker for the evening will be Anne Johns, who will talk about the Adventures of a Photographer and some of the amazing places she has visited. All Welcome. Tony 332 0554.

FOOTCARE CLINIC: Thursday 2nd August. Lyndsey 388 1264.

MARMALADE FOR MISSIONS & BOOK EXCHANGE: Please support these fundraisers!

ST MARTINS THEATRE GROUP: re “The Motor Camp”, now playing at Court Theatre. Madg and I have previewed this show. On this occasion we ask those interested to make their own arrangements. It is very funny, and was well received by a largely elderly audience, but the language and some content will offend many. As one critic said, it strays into the risque, rude and even obscene. We are happy to talk about the play with anyone who is concerned, and will keep in touch about further theatre options. Lyn and Madg.

FIRESIDE FUNDRAISER: Fresh Cheese Rolls for Sale. $5 per dozen or $13 for 3 dozen. Order forms are available in the foyer. Pick up Sunday 29th July. Queries to Judith 332 1577 please.

WELCOME AND NOTICES

CALL TO WORSHIP:
God is the unshakeable strength of our lives.
God is like a light shining,
lighting up every shadow and fearful place.
Let us place our hope in God, who believes in us.
May we be strong because God is behind us and before us.
Let us put our hope in God and in what he is doing among us.

HYMN: God is Here (Tune: Blaenwern WOV 165(ii) )
God is here and we his people,
meet to offer praise and prayer
May we find in fuller measure
what it is in Christ we share.
Here, as in the world around us
all our varied skills and arts;
wait the coming of the Spirit
into open minds and hearts.

Here are symbols to remind us
of our lifelong need of grace.
Here are table, font and pulpit,
here the cross has central place.
Here in honesty of preaching,
here in silence as in speech,
here in newness and renewal,
God the Spirit comes to each.

Here our children find a welcome
in the Shepherd’s flock and fold.
Here, we come and meet in oneness,
Christ sustains us as of old.
Here the servants of the Servant,
seek in worship to explore,
what it means in daily living,
to believe and to adore.

Lord of all, of Church and Kingdom,
in an age of change and doubt,
keep us faithful to the Gospel,
help us work your purpose out.
Here in this day’s dedication,
all we have to give receive.
We who cannot live without you.
We adore you! We believe.

OPENING PRAYERS & THE LORD’S PRAYER

TIME WITH THE CHILDREN: Elizabeth Penwell

READING: David takes a stand – from 1 Samuel 17
Jeannette Beaumont

REFLECTION: In the waiting time we are not alone.

BOARD OF MANAGERS’ REPORT – Buildings and Insurance
A Time of Questions and Discussion

THE OFFERING

SUNG DEDICATION (Tune: Stuttgart WOV 200)
Grant us, God, the grace of giving,
with a spirit large and free,
that ourselves and all our living
we may offer faithfully. C/A

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

HYMN: Take Courage and Trust (Tune: Foundation WOV 491(i))
Take courage and trust your creator and friend;
the one who has called you will guide to the end.
Remember the promise your Saviour has made;
I’ll never forsake you, when weak or afraid.

My people, I love you, I call you by name.
I am your companion through flood and through flame.
I cherish you, hold you in deepest esteem,
and help you accomplish far more than you dream.

Through deep flowing waters your pathway may cross,
but I will support you in challenge or loss.
Walk on through the fire, through the testing and strife.
My grace will sustain you, restoring your life.

The storm winds may shatter the life you have known,
yet I will be with you, for you are my own.
Great tremors may shake the foundations of earth;
through change and destruction I lead to new birth.”
© Ruth Duck (DITU)
THE BLESSING

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to you all as you worship with us this morning. Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee in the lounge after the service.

THANKSGIVING OFFERING: Please ensure your name or giving number is on the front of the envelope if you require a receipt.

CUPPA & CHAT Mondays 6.30 – 8.00pm with FREE soup and rolls Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10am – 12 noon. Do pop in! For details, please contact Aubrey 930 2525. All welcome.

FIRESIDE meets on Tuesday 26th June at 7.30pm in the church lounge. This will be a planning and “sewing bee” meeting, at which any interested women are welcome. Adult sized costumes [simple design] are needed for plays/presentations. Would those who are able to bring sewing machines please discuss that with Allison. For others needles and scissors would be helpful. Enquiries: Margaret 3668936

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 27th June: Meet 9.30am on the corner of Huxley & Ingoldsby Streets. Coffee at church. June 332 8874.

CARING & SHARING meets this Wednesday 27th June at 2pm in the Lounge, with entertainment by Vee Jay. All welcome. Barbara 942 1939.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am – 12 noon. New faces always welcome! Please contact Beverley 332 7786 for more information.

FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Thursday 2nd August. Lyndsey 388 1264.

MARMALADE FOR MISSIONS & BOOK EXCHANGE: Please support these fundraisers!

FUNDS RAISED TO DATE THIS YEAR: Coffee & chat koha $249.80; Crafty Crafters $935.92; Mission Table $1314.10; Foot Clinic $932.35; Guess Who’s Coming to Lunch $265; Cake Stall $460.50 & Craft Stall $42.39 – which makes a total of $4200.06!

TANZANIAN OVERSEAS MISSION PROJECT: Check out the Orphanage’s website: yoursisters.org and see how to donate online.

THE MISSION RESOURCE TEAM is seeking expressions of interest regarding winter board game sessions (Mon or Fri afternoon and/or weekend family night.) Please see clipboards for details or speak to Lyndsey 388 1264.

MEN’S CHRISTIAN CONVENTION at the La Vida Centre 34a Hansons Lane, Riccarton, Tuesday 26th & Wednesday 27th June 6.45 – 9.30pm. Speaker: Al Stewart. Registration information online at www.mcc-nz.org.nz, email: info@mcc-nz.org.nz, or write to Box 20154, Bishopdale, Christchurch 8053.

RISINGHOLME SINGERS present “Requiem 9/11” by Murray Lennox TODAY 2.30pm at St Michael & All Angels’ Church, cnr Durham St and Oxford Tce. $10 adults, children free.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Wed & Thurs 9am – 12 noon & Fri 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Tue 26th Christine; Wed 27th Gwendoline.

THE BLESSING

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to you all as you worship with us this morning. Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee in the lounge after the service.

TODAY we welcome Bridie Patricia Beasley and her family as they join us for Bridie’s baptism. Please sign the Baptismal Book.

THANKSGIVING OFFERING: Please ensure your name or giving number is on the front of the envelope if you require a receipt.

CUPPA & CHAT Mondays 6.30 – 8.00pm with FREE soup and rolls Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10am – 12 noon. Do pop in! For details, please contact Aubrey 930 2525. All welcome.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 20th June: see noticeboard for details.

BOARD OF MANAGERS’ meeting Wednesday 20th June 7.30pm.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays 10am – 12 noon. New faces always welcome! Please contact Beverley 332 7786 for more information.

FOOTCARE CLINIC THIS Thursday 21st June. Lyndsey 388 1264.

Winter Study: Based on the DVD “The King’s Speech”. Please sign the clipboard in the foyer if you are interested. This will be on Monday evenings. Chris.

TANZANIAN OVERSEAS MISSION PROJECT: Check out the Orphanage’s website: yoursisters.org and see how to donate online.

MARMALADE FOR MISSIONS & BOOK EXCHANGE: Please support these fundraisers!

THE MISSION RESOURCE TEAM is seeking expressions of interest regarding winter board game sessions (Mon or Fri afternoon and/or weekend family night.) Please see clipboards for details or speak to Lyndsey 388 1264.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Wed & Thurs 9am – 12 noon & Fri 9-11am. Phone 332 6192 or email stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Mon 18th Julian; Tue 19th June & James; Sat 23rd Betty.

WELCOME AND NOTICES

CALL TO WORSHIP:
Like life itself, faith is a journey,
a pilgrimage whose purpose is a constant walk with God.
When we participate in the Sacrament of Baptism,
we recall our growth in faith,
we look again at our pilgrimage experience,
and renew our commitment to following Jesus Christ.
Let us come now to worship, in word, song and Sacrament.

OPENING PRAYERS

HYMN: Amazing Grace (chosen by Jenny & Andrew)
Amazing Grace! how sweet the sound,
that saved someone like me!
I once was lost, but now am found,
was blind, but now I see.

As grace first taught my heart to fear,
so grace my fears relieved;
how precious did that grace appear,
the hour I first believed.

Through many dangers, toils and snares,
I have already come;
God’s grace has brought me safe thus far,
and grace will lead me home.

The Lord has promised good to me,
his word my hope secures;
he will my shield and portion be
as long as life endures. Arrangement © L F Bartlett (TIS)

TIME WITH THE CHILDREN ~ Hilary Moore

SONG: Songbook 17 One More Step Along the World I Go

THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Introduction

An Affirmation of Faith
We are not alone, We live in God’s world.
We believe in God: who has created and is creating,
who has come in Jesus, the Word made flesh,
to reconcile and make new,
who works in us and others by the Spirit.
We trust in God.
We are called to be the Church:
to celebrate God’s presence, to live with respect in Creation,
to love and serve others, to seek justice and resist evil,
to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen,
our judge and our hope.
In life, in death, in life beyond death, God is with us.
We are not alone. Thanks be to God. AMEN.

The Baptismal Vows
Parents
Congregational Vows: (congregation stands)
Will you, as the family and friends of children in our congregation, and beyond, endeavour to support all children with Christian love and understanding. Yes we will.
Will you surround parents with love, and support them as they seek to
provide loving Christian homes in which their children will grow and thrive. Yes we will.

Presentation to the Congregation
Aaronic Blessing WOV 572

A PRAYER FOR FAMILIES ~ Kirsty Frew

HYMN: Celebrate Each Generation (Tune: Stuttgart WOV 200)
Celebrate each generation Every new-born son & daughter
celebrate around the earth! is the Church’s loving claim,
In this church make dedication marked by touch of living water
of the miracle of birth. now to take the Christian name.
Be the Christ in those we christen: So another generation
body , spirit, both must thrive may discover truth and good,
be the Christ in us who promise flower within the certain future,
new-born faith to keep alive. bud of hope within the wood
© Shirley Murray (AA)
WE GREET ONE ANOTHER

MISSION MOMENT Lindsay Day

INTRODUCTION & READINGS: 1 Samuel 15: 34 – 16:13 Cynthia
Mark 4: 26-34 Tony Beasley
REFLECTION
A TIME OF QUIET

THE OFFERING & SUNG DEDICATION (Tune: Austria)
For the life that you have given,
for the love in Christ made known,
with these fruits of time and labour,
with these gifts that are your own:
here we offer, Lord, our praises;
heart and mind and strength we bring;
give us grace to love and serve you,
living what we pray and sing. © Hope Publishing (TIS)

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE LORD’S PRAYER

HYMN: Eternal, Unchanging, We Sing (Tune: St Denio WOV 80)
Eternal, unchanging, we sing to your praise:
your mercies are endless, and righteous your ways;
your servants proclaim the renown of your name
who rules over all and is ever the same.

Again we rejoice in the world you have made,
your mighty creation in beauty arrayed,
we thank you for life, and we praise you for joy,
for love and for hope that no power can destroy.

We praise you for Jesus, our Saviour and Lord,
the might of his Spirit, the truth of his word,
his comfort in sorrow, compassion in pain,
the faith sure and steadfast that Jesus shall reign. © Emmanuel College(VU)