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Rideau Park United Church
Anniversary Sunday,
October 23, 2016
10:00 a.m. service
Welcome to Rideau Park United Church. Please note: Audio loops are available from the ushers.
Prayer requests for today’s services can be noted on the lists at the entrances. Childcare for preschoolers is available in room B-12 (lower hallway). Quiet activity boxes are also available for
children in the chapel each Sunday. *Indicates where the congregation is invited to stand as able. After the
service you are invited to join us for refreshments and conversation in Beecroft Hall.
Anniversary Sunday, October 23, 2016
We Gather Together
Prelude:
“Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee“
Touch of Brass
arr. Cynthia Dobrinski
Lighting of the Chancel Candles: Psalm 43: 3 : “Let your light shine before others, so that they
may see your good works and give glory to God.” Matthew 5: 16
*CALL TO WORSHIP:
ONE : People of God, look around and see the faces of friends and strangers.
ALL:
People of God, look around and see all the images of God assembled here.
ONE: Ancient scripture meets modern rhythms, hymns of tradition meet the refreshing
Spirit of new life.
ALL:
In each one, God’s spirit shines for all to see.
ONE: People of God, let us worship.
*Processional Hymn: 240 VU Praise, My Soul, the God of Heaven
Lauda Anima
(Praise My Soul)
*Prayer of Approach and Jesus’ Prayer (p. 921 VU)
*Hymn: 402 VU
We Are One
We Are One
*Prayer of Approach and Jesus’ Prayer (p. 921 VU)
Touch of Brass
Violin: Iain Macpherson
“Spirit Song”
arr. Cynthia Dorinski
A Time For All God’s Children
Listening for God’s Word
*Hymn: 154 MV
Deep in Our Hearts
Freed
(Following the hymn, children are invited to go to their Sunday School classes.)
Scripture Reading: Matthew 22: 34-40
Lay Reader: Carolyn Scollick
Anthem:
“Prayer of St. Francis”
Sermon:
“Love in a Time of Hate”
Rev. Jenni Leslie
I, the Lord of Sea and Sky
Here I Am, Lord
*Hymn: 509 VU,
Togni
Our Response
Offering
Offertory Music:
Soloist:
“How Great Thou Art”
Yannik Gosselin
arr. Walters
*Offertory Response: 227VU, verse 3
For harvests of the Spirit, thanks be to God.
For the good we all inherit, thanks be to God.
For the wonders that astound us, for the truths that still confound us,
most of all that love has found us, thanks be to God.
Prayers of Thanksgiving and Concern:
The Life and Work of the Church
*Hymn 331 VU
The Church’s One Foundation
Aurelia
*Commissioning and Benediction
Postlude:
“Allegro Maestoso”
Willan
Rideau Park News
2203 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, ON K1H 7L9
(613) 733-3156 rideaupark.ca
Upcoming Worship Events
Sun Oct 23
Anniversary Sunday
10:00am
Sun Oct 23
Meditative Service
3:00pm
Sun Nov 6
Remembrance Sunday
10:00am
Rev. Elizabeth is leading worship at Kitchissippi United Church today, freeing their minister,
our guest speaker Rev. Jenni Leslie, to be with us this morning. Jenni served on our ministry
team in 2005-2006 in a time of pastoral transition. It is wonderful to have her back with us
this morning!
Meditative Service: TODAY at 3:00 p.m. A gentle service of scripture, sing, discussion, communion and silence. All are welcome.
If you are new to Rideau Park and would like to transfer your membership to our congregation, we plan to formally welcome newcomers in November. Please, if you are interested,
contact the church office at 613-733-3156 ext. 229, or speak to a minister.
Sunday, November 6, at 3:00pm - Our Hearts Remember: A meditative service of worship during which we remember, and celebrate, the lives of our
loved ones and friends, who have passed away during the past year. A commemorative candle for each person, which may be taken home as a keepsake,
will be lit during the service.
Peace. Awareness. Mindfulness. Groundedness. Meditation is good for you: mind, body
and spirit. A small group meets for silent meditation from 9:10 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Sundays,
in a dedicated meditation space and everyone is welcome. It`s not hard to do; it’s as easy as
breathing. Why not give it a try? And if you would like to know more about meditation in the
Christian tradition you can visit: http://rideauparkspirituality.blogspot.ca/
Churchpost articles are due to Marcia Gosse no later than 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 6. Submissions can be sent to Marcia Gosse or placed in the Churchpost mail slot at the
church.
The Christmas Treasurers Bazaar count down is quickly moving towards
November 5. Below is the chart for the drop off times for all your donations.
Activity
Room
Wed. Nov.
2: 1-5 PM
and 6-8 PM
Thurs. Nov.
3 : 9 AM - 5
PM and 6-8
PM
Fri. Nov. 4
Sat. Nov. 5
9 AM - 8 PM
8-11 AM
X
X (before 10
AM)
Baking Table items to sell at
the bazaar
C6
Baking squares to be used in
the Tea Room
C12
Book Alley
Walkway
Crafts of all Kinds
B21
X
Deli
C6
X
X
Garden Centre
B21
(1 – 2 PM only)
X
X
Kitchen
C12
X
X
Ladies’ Boutique
B21
Jams & Preserves
C6
Silent Auction
(2 – 4 and
6 – 8)
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
B20
X
X
X
Toy Store
B9
X
X
X
General Store
B12
X
X
X
X
Wednesday is basically for setting up of all the rooms, but there are a few places accepting donations. We’ll be ready and waiting on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday to help you in with all your
goodies. Thanks for your support.
Harmony Club for Seniors (60+) will meet on Wednesday, October 26. Registration will
begin at 11:00 a.m.; annual membership fee is $4.00. Lunch (cost $6.00) will be served by
volunteers at 12:00 p.m. From 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Wayne Bennett will provide an overview, reflections and photos of his recent study trip to Honduras. Please spread the word
that presentations are open to all, without charge or prior notice. For anyone who is not yet
a member to join us for lunch, registration is required by Thursdays, October 20. For more
information, please call Marg Nelson.
Bible Explorations: On Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m., in the Parlour, please join
us to explore the lectionary text for the coming Sunday worship service. Led weekly by the
Minister preaching on the Sunday, participants engage in conversation about the meaning of
texts for their daily living, adding to the Minister’s reflections about the text also.
Fellowship Luncheon: November 20, 11:30 a.m. Menu: Shrimp, Chicken and Tasso Jambalaya, Canadian Cranberry and Wild Blueberry Fruit Cobbler, with ice cream and a beverage. Take out is available. Adults: $10.00 each, children 4-14 years old: $5.00 each. Tickets
on sale in Beecroft today or from the office during the week.
Gentle Yoga: “Relax After Work” Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. -OR- “Enlighten Your Mornings”
Fridays, 9:00 a.m. Join one, or both, of our new Yoga classes depending on your schedule.
Yoga enhances any other exercise routine as well as stretching and strengthening. Certified
Yoga Instructor, Lynda Spalding, will lead beginner to advanced (male and female) students
through gentle flow mat classes. Fees are $25.00 for 8 weeks (1 class per week) or $50.00 if
taking 2 classes per week. Drop-in fee $5.00. For more info, call the church office at 613-733
-3156 ext. 229.
Please note: Please bring your own Yoga mats to the Yoga classes. Thank you.
Healing Pathway is at a new time. There will be two 1/2 hour healing sessions offered on
Sunday mornings, one at 11:30 a.m. and one at 12:00 p.m. Healing Pathway is a 25 year old
United Church program that develops the skills and gifts of healing hands within the Christian
tradition, and fosters development of healing ministries in congregations and other communities. For further information or to make an appointment, send an email
to [email protected]. or speak to Brian Neal or Steve Clifton.
Facebook Page: Rideau Park has a Facebook group with more than 100 members. It’s a
place to post information and to share insights and inspirations. If you are on Facebook, you
can look up “Rideau Park United Church” and join in!
Important Reminder: Announcements for RPNews MUST be emailed to:
[email protected], or brought to the office, no later than 4:00 p.m. on the
Wednesdays before the Sunday services, please. Thank you.
RPUC Annual Christmas Pageant 2016
Our annual Christmas Pageant will be held on Sunday, December 11th this year at our 10:00
a.m. service. All children and young people are invited to participate in this traditional telling
of the birth of our Saviour. Sign-up for all speaking and non-speaking parts and behind-thescenes jobs will be held October 30th after services in the upper hallway. Information and
rehearsal schedules can be found on the Sunday School counter (across from the Parlour upstairs). There are no auditions - everyone is welcome to participate. Rehearsals begin November 6th. For more information, please contact Andrea at 613-248-1283 or
[email protected]
The United Churches of the Ottawa area are supporting the MultiFaith Housing Initiative Haven Project. Haven will provide 98 housing units for 300 people in the Longfields area of
Barrhaven. The goal for the United Church support of the project is to raise $100,000;
$14500 has been raised to date and RPUC has contributed to the project through our Foundation. If you would like to know more please visit http://www.multifaithhousing.ca/thehaven.html
Travelling Road Show, a Workshop for Treasurers, Trustees, Stewardship and Outreach
Committees, hosted by the Synode Montréal & Ottawa Conference Stewardship Committee. The event will be held on two dates in different locations: Saturday, October 22,
2016 at Christ United Church, 5 Casselman Street, Chesterville OR Saturday, November 19,
2016 at Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Road, Ottawa. Both events will be open from
8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To register email [email protected] or phone 613-841-9291.
For the photography buffs in our congregation: United Theological College, Montreal, has
been hosting exhibitions of art with spiritual themes. The Galerie is happy to invite contributions from amateur artists at any phase of the exploration of their art, using photographic
media and on the theme, “Let There Be Light”. We are particularly interested in photos that
stimulate conversation and evoke deeper reflection from viewers. Please visit the College’s
website, and share this information with those in your community who may be interested.
Here is the website info: http://www.utc.ca/event/galerie-du-seminaire-a-call-for-photosfor-the-exposition-let-there-be-light/
Please keep in mind worshippers who have limited mobility. Parking in the parking spots beside Cunningham
makes it easier for them to come to church, so if you don’t have the need, please use a parking spot on the
Beecroft side. Thank you.
Reminder: Please note that the services at Rideau Park are live-streamed on our web site:
www.rideaupark.ca on Sunday mornings only, but then they are posted mid-week under
"Webcast Service Archives” for your enjoyment.
Activities Calendar: Oct 23- Oct 29
Sunday:
Meditation
9:10am
B-9
Anniversary Sunday Service 10:00am
Sanctuary
Healing Pathway
11:30am
B-9
Meditative Worship
3:00pm
Sanctuary
Monday:
Cross-stitch
9:30am
Parlour
Christmas Cheer
10:00am Bea Balcony
Knitting
12:30pm
Parlour
Ringing Praise
6:30pm
Sanctuary
Touch of Brass
7:15pm
Sanctuary
Oasis (AA)
8:00pm Brackenridge
Tuesday:
50+ Fitness
9:00am
Beecroft
Pastoral Care
1:30pm
Parlour
Social Action
7:30pm
Parlour
La Bell Ensemble
7:15pm
Sanctuary
Wednesday:
Bible Exploration
9:30am
Parlour
Harmony Club
1:00pm
Parlour
Gentle Yoga
5:30pm
Beecroft
Session
7:30pm
Parlour
Thursday:
50+ Fitness
9:00am
Beecroft
Quilters
9:30am
Parlour
Euchre
1:00pm
Parlour
HearSay for Families
5:45pm
Beecroft
Kinderpraise
6:15pm
B-9
Joyful Noise 2
6:15pm
B-12
Cherubs
6:15pm
B-9
Joyful Noise
6:45pm
B-12
NoteAble Sound Chimes
6:15pm
Sanctuary
Grace Notes
6:45pm
Sanctuary
Chancel Choir
7:30pm
Sanctuary
Friday:
Morning Yoga
9:00am
Beecroft
Saturday:
Elizabeth Bryce - Minister
Steve Clifton - Minister
Georgina Fitzgerald - Minister
Andrew Ager - Organist
Iain Macpherson - Music Ministry
Coordinator
Debi Brown - Administrator
Debby Gerro - Administrative Assistant
Paul Sorg - Custodian
Coffee Hour Volunteers
Oct 23
Karen Humphries & Rob Blake
Julia Vargas & Eriana
Oct 30
Bob & Margo Roden
Robert & Bernice Rennie
Nov 6
Mary Lynne & Jim Holton
Lois Jensen
Daryl & Garry Lindberg
Sunday Duty Officers
Oct 23
Myrna Belo
Oct 30
Kate Whitridge
Nov 6
Jennifer MacKinnon
Counting Volunteers
Oct 24
Garry Linberg
Oct 31
Rod Hagglund
Nov 7
Bob Roden
Main Office is open Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm
Ministers’ pager number: 613-786-4340
Visit our website: rideaupark.ca
Prayer Chain: Ext 227 or [email protected]
Church Staff: 613-733-3156
Mon-Thurs
ext 224
Tues-Fri
ext 225
Tues-Thurs
ext 226
Thurs-Fri
ext. 223
Wed-Thurs
Mon, Wed-Fri
Tues-Fri
Mon, Wed-Fri
Kathy McKinlay
ext 301
ext 228
ext 229
ext 229
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
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