Woodroffe United Church
207 Woodroffe Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario K2A 3V1
722-9250 / 729-3387 Fax: 722-6712
Homepage http://www.cyberus.ca/~wuch/
E-mail wuch@cyberus.ca
| Minister: |
Rev. Brian Copeland / Rev. Jan Lougheed |
| Directors of Music: |
Pamela Hoswitschka / Vija Kluchert |
| Secretary: |
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TO USE AUDIO-LOOP SYSTEM turn hearing aid to "T" switch. BABYSITTING
is available upstairs in the Toddler and Crib Rooms.
* The congregation is invited to stand. We are all called to Ministry
Palm/Passion 10:00 a.m. April 4, 2004
We Approach God
Words of Welcome
Life and Concerns of the Church
*Palm Parade — As the parade progresses, the congregation is invited
to join in the singing of Hymn #128 Sanna, Sannanina
Call To Worship
Leader: Gathered as a community,
People: we experience our common heritage
as God’s people.
Leader: Gathered as a community,
People: we experience our common foundation in God’s word.
Leader: Gathered as a community,
People: we experience our common challenge as those marked with the cross of
Jesus.
Lenten Candle Liturgy
| Reader 1: |
Parades always draw a crowd. Jesus’ ride into Jerusalem
on the back of a donkey was a good time for a cheering throng. They thought
he was going to become their king, but Jesus knew that this was really
a funeral procession. He challenged the authorities with his parade and
they responded as Christ had expected. No rural rabbi, no peasant wise
man was going to overthrow their comfortable political scheme to stay in
power. So this parade terminated in a court decision. The One whom the
crowds hailed with such enthusiasm was the One who was to be crucified.
But little did anyone who cheered him on that day realize how the story
would play out in the end, not with a death but with a resurrection. |
| Reader 2: |
(Lighting six purple candles) Blessed is the One who comes in the name
of the Lord. |
All: God of celebration and sacrifice, gather us along the parade route that
we also might Hail the One you sent to save and redeem. Let our praise ring
out to the rafters. Let our songs of joy reach the heavens. May the coming
of Christ into our world of terror bring peace to those caught in war, light
to those who live in darkness, and hope to all who see nothing but despair.
We stand by the side of the road, waiting to catch a glimpse of the One who
comes for us, and we pray in His name. Amen.
Prayer of Confession and Assurance of Pardon
{Please see back cover of the service bulletin}
We Listen For The Word of God
| *Hymn # 127 |
Ride On! Ride On in Majesty! |
Learning with the Children / Children leave for Church School
Isaiah 50: 4 - 9a Psalm #31 Parts 2 & 3 (Voices United, p. 758)
| Reception of New Members |
Chair, Membership Relations |
* A New Creed {Voices United p. 918}
| Leader: |
I ask you before God and this congregation:
Do you believe in God and in God’s love? |
| New Member: |
Yes, I do |
| Leader: |
Do you believe that God is known to us in Jesus of Nazareth, who lived
and died and lives again? |
| New Member: |
Yes, I do |
| Leader: |
Do you believe that God’s Spirit is active in the world to direct
and strengthen you? |
| New Member: |
Yes, I do |
| Congregation: |
You have been faithful in joining with us in the worship of God, in Studying
the bible and in prayer. Will you continue to join with us as we seek to
worship God? |
| New Member: |
I will, God being my helper. |
| Congregation: |
In response to our worship, will you, with us, share in the mission of
the church and seek to fulfil your ministry in the world? |
| New Member: |
I will, God being my helper. |
| All: |
May God grant each and every one of us the guidance and grace we need
to fulfil the calling which is ours. Amen. |
Presentation of our Offering
| Offertory |
Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee - arr. D Wood |
*Dedication
Creator and God,
We come this day our offerings to bring.
Creator and God,
Use them and us as you will.
(Tune “Blest Are They”, VU # 896) |
*Prayer of Dedication
| Choral Reflection |
Ride On, Ride On, the Time is Right |
The Passion of Jesus told through Tableaux
The congregation is invited to join in the sung responses |
Anointing (Mark 14: 3 - 11)
Sung Response
Were you there when she anointed him with oil? 2x
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble.
Were you there when she anointed him with oil?
The Last Supper (Mark 14: 16, 22 - 26)
Sung Response
Were you there when he blessed the bread and cup? 2x
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble.
Were you there when he blessed the bread and cup?
Garden of Gethsemane (Mark 14: 32 - 42a)
Sung Response
Were you there when he fell down and he prayed? 2x
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble.
Were you there when he fell down and he prayed?
Betrayal and Arrest (Mark 14: 42b - 50)
Sung Response
Were you there when a kiss betrayed a friend? 2x
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble.
Were you there when a kiss betrayed a friend?
Before the High Priest (Mark 14: 53 - 65)
Musical Reflection
Denial (Mark 14: 66 - 72)
Sung Response
Were you there when Jesus was denied? 2x
Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble.
Were you there when Jesus was denied?
Handed over to Pilate (Mark 15: 1 - 11)
Responsive Reading
Pilate: What will you have me do with this King of Jews?
People: Crucify him!
Pilate: Why? What evil has this man done?
People: Crucify him! Crucify him!
Pilate: Would you rather have me release a murderous criminal?
People: Crucify him! Crucify him!
Pilate: Very well, you may have Barabbas, and as for Jesus, I shall...
People: Crucify him!
| *Hymn # 144 |
Were You There |
*Blessing
Postlude Lenten Carol - M. Robinson
“Welcome” ... if you are visiting with us, please sign our guest
register at the back of the Sanctuary and introduce yourself to our Honorary
Elder. Following the service, you are invited to the Banquet Hall for refreshments
and conversation. Our servers this week are Joanne Tuttle and friends.
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Common Lectionary Readings
for
April 11, 2004
Acts 10: 34 - 43 or Isaiah 65: 17 - 25
Psalm 118: 1 - 2, 14 - 24
1 Corinthians 15: 19 - 26 or Acts 10: 34 - 43
Luke 24: 1 - 12 or John 20: 1 - 18
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