March 17th Service with Rev. Robin Ross

March 17th, 2024

We welcome you to this service of worship on the Lord’s Day.

Welcome & Announcements

Responsive Call to Worship: (Psalm 9:1-2, 9-10)
One: I will praise You, O Lord, with my whole heart;
All: I will tell of all Your marvelous works.
One: I will be glad and rejoice in You;
All: I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.
One: The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed,
All: A refuge in times of trouble.
One: And those who know Your name will put their trust in You;
All: For You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.

Hymn:  Come, Now Is the Time to Worship

Prayer of Adoration & Confession

Assurance of Pardon

Insert Liturgy ~ Louise Kennedy

Hymn:  His Banner Over Me Is Love vs. 1,2,7 & 8

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading:  Matthew 26:36-46
   Read by: Serena Emarald

Sermon:  “Going A Little Farther”

Hymn:  Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross

Invitation to the Offering    (Please click here to see how you can give your offering)

Doxology:
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!

Prayer of Dedication

The Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the Kingdom, and the Power, and the Glory, forever and ever. Amen

Hymn:  Just A Closer Walk with Thee

Benediction

Choral Amen:  Amen, Amen, A—men

GO NOW IN PEACE
Go now in peace. Never be afraid.
God will go with you each hour of every day.
Go now in faith, steadfast, strong and true.
Know He will guide you in all you do.
Go now in love, and show you believe.
Reach out to others so all the world can see.
God will be there watching from above.
Go now in peace, in faith, and in love.

 

Langley Presbyterian Church Announcements

Backyard Clean-up – Thank you to our members who came out to help with the backyard clean-up on Friday, it looks great! We will be meeting again Saturday, March 23rd, from 9-12, to finish the work, anyone is welcome to come and help.

Volunteers Needed – Tenebrae Service March 28th – Thank you to those who have signed up. We are still in need of 11 volunteer scripture readers for the Tenebrae Service. If you would like to volunteer, you will find the sign-up sheet on the back table.

Volunteers Needed – Maundy Thursday Potluck March 28th We currently have several spaces available. If you would like to contribute your favorite recipe or some of your time, please register. You’ll find the sign-up sheet in the white binder on the back table.

Bible Study Starting April 11th – Everyone is welcome to join this bible study group. The first class will be on April 11th and begin at 10:30, Eleanor Mills will be guiding the bible study lessons. If you need further information, please contact Betty Bankes or the LPC office.

We Couldn’t do it Without You! Thank you so much, volunteers, for your assistance. We appreciate our volunteers’ efforts in helping to make Sunday Service successful! Our thanks to Caroline, Patricia, Gary & Nancy, and Betty.

 Volunteers for March 17th:
Collection Plate: Caroline McIsaac
PPT Operator: Shirley Wang
Refreshments: Patricia & Trevor Fowler
Scripture Reader: Serena Emarald

Volunteers for March 24th:
Collection Plate: Caroline McIsaac
PPT Operator: Volunteer Needed
Refreshments: Serena E., Rick P. & Eleanor M.+
Scripture Reader: Graeme Kennedy

 

March 10th Service with Rev. Robin Ross

March 10th, 2024

We welcome you to this service of worship on the Lord’s Day.

Welcome & Announcements

Responsive Call to Worship: (Psalm 40)
I waited patiently for the Lord;
   He turned to me and heard my cry.
He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire;
   He set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.
He put a new song in my mouth.
   A hymn of praise to our God.
Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.
   Let us worship His name.

Hymn:  When Morning Gilds the Skies #438

Prayer of Adoration & Confession

Assurance of Pardon

Lenten Responsive Reading ~ Katie Powell-Lu

Hymn:  This is the Day #78

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading:  John 3:1-21 ~ Betty Bankes

Sermon:  “Not to Condemn”

Hymn:  Cleanse Me

Invitation to the Offering  (Please click here to see how you can give your offering)

Doxology:
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!

Prayer of Dedication

The Prayers of the People

The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the Kingdom, and the Power, and the Glory, forever and ever. Amen

Hymn:  Jesus Shall reign Where’re the Sun #275

Benediction
May the Lord bless us and keep us. May the Lord make His face shine upon us and be gracious unto us. And give us peace, this day, and forevermore. Amen.

Choral Amen:  Amen, Amen, A—men

GO NOW IN PEACE
Go now in peace. Never be afraid.
God will go with you each hour of every day.
Go now in faith, steadfast, strong and true.
Know He will guide you in all you do.
Go now in love, and show you believe.
Reach out to others so all the world can see.
God will be there watching from above.
Go now in peace, in faith, and in love.

 

Langley Presbyterian Church Announcements

Good Friday Offering – The Good Friday offering envelopes are available; you will find them in the offering box. All Good Friday donations will be sent to Ishtar Women’s Shelter.

Men’s Bible Study – We anticipate starting a men’s weekly bible study & fellowship in April. Men who would be interested are asked to register names and contact information on the sign-up sheet at the back.

Tenebrae Service March 28th – We hope to have 14 volunteer scripture readers for the Tenebrae Service. If you would like to volunteer, you will find the sign-up sheet on the back table.

Maundy Thursday Potluck March 28thWe currently have several spaces available. You’ll find the sign-up sheet in the white binder on the back table.

We Couldn’t do it Without You! Thank you so much, volunteers, for your assistance. We appreciate our volunteers’ efforts in helping to make Sunday Service successful! Our thanks to Emily, Caroline, Shirley, Jim & Norma, and Jim L.

Volunteers for March 10th:
Collection Plate: Caroline M.
PPT Operator: Patricia F.
Refreshments: Gary & Nancy H.
Scripture Reader: Betty B.

Volunteers for March 17th:
Collection Plate: Caroline M.
PPT Operator: Volunteer Needed
Refreshments: Trevor & Patricia F.
Scripture Reader: Serena E.

March 3rd Service with Rev. Lydia Bae

March 3rd, 2024

We welcome you to this service of worship on the Lord’s Day.

Welcome & Announcements

Responsive Call to Worship:
L: The heavens are telling the glory of God.
All: With earth and sky, let us proclaim God’s handiwork.
L: The law of the LORD revives the soul.
All: We seek God’s wisdom in our worship.
L: Let the words of our mouths and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable to You, O God,
All: For You are our rock and redeemer, and so we praise You!

Hymn:  Lord, the Light of Your Love is Shining #376

Prayer of Adoration & Confession

Assurance of Pardon

Worship Song:  Here I Am to Worship

Lenten Responsive Reading ~ Emily Nordine

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading:  1 Corinthians 1:18-25 ~ Jim Leith

Sermon:   “The Message of the Cross”

Hymn:  When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

Holy Communion

Apostles’ Creed

Sharing of the Bread and Cup

Communion Prayer

Invitation to the Offering  (Please click here to see how you can give your offering)

Doxology:
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!

Prayer of Dedication

The Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the Kingdom, and the Power, and the Glory, forever and ever. Amen

Hymn:  There is Power in the Blood

Benediction

Choral Amen:  Amen, Amen, A—men

GO NOW IN PEACE
Go now in peace. Never be afraid.
God will go with you each hour of every day.
Go now in faith, steadfast, strong and true.
Know He will guide you in all you do.
Go now in love, and show you believe.
Reach out to others so all the world can see.
God will be there watching from above.
Go now in peace, in faith, and in love.

Langley Presbyterian Church Announcements

Save the Date: Celebration of Life Service for David Radbourne will be held on Saturday, April 6th at church. The more detailed information will be available near the date.

Rev. Lydia Bae will be in Borden, Ontario for her Military Chaplain duty.  For the next two Sundays, Rev. Robin Ross will provide pulpit supplies. If you have any pastoral care needs while Lydia is away, let your elder know. Rev. Thomas Kim is also available to provide any emergency pastoral care matters.

A big heartfelt thank you to our members who have generously donated the funds for the TVs we now use for our Sunday services. We were and continue to be humbled by your generosity.

A warm “Happy Birthday!” to our members celebrating this Month! Trevor F.,
Marianne L., Frans V., Linda W., Gary H., and Jason F.

We Couldn’t do it Without You! We appreciate our volunteers’ efforts in helping to make Sunday Service successful! Our thanks to Anna, Caroline, Shirley, Paul & Betty, and Trevor.

Volunteers for March 3rd:
Collection Plate: Caroline M.
PPT Operator: Shirley W.
Refreshments: Jim & Norma L.
Scripture Reader: Jim L.

Volunteers for March 10th:
Collection Plate: Caroline M.
PPT Operator: Volunteer Needed
Refreshments: Gary & Nancy H.
Scripture Reader: Betty B.

February 25th Service with Rev. Lydia Bae

February 28th, 2024

We welcome you to this service of worship on the Lord’s Day.

Welcome & Announcements

Responsive Call to Worship:
Leader:  Seek the Lord while He may be found. Call upon God who is near.
All: We will return to our God.
Leader:  God’s thoughts are not our thoughts. God’s ways are not our ways.
All: We come seeking to follow new paths.
Leader:  As the heavens are higher than the earth so are God’s ways higher than ours.
All: We come as pilgrims on the journey, praising God along the way.
Leader: Come, let us worship God who is here with us!

Hymn:  This is My Father’s World #328

Prayer of Adoration & Confession

Assurance of Pardon

Hymn:  Just as I Am, Without One Plea #682 vs. 1-4

Lenten Responsive Reading  ~Anna

Children’s Time

Scripture Reading:  Mark 8:31-38  ~Trevor Fowler

Sermon:  “Deny Yourself and Follow Jesus.”

Hymn:  Out of My Bondage, Sorrow, and Night #193

Invitation to the Offering  (Please click here to see how you can give your offering)

Doxology:
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!
Prayer of Dedication

The Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the Kingdom, and the Power, and the Glory, forever and ever. Amen

Hymn:  Guide Me O Thou Great Redeemer #651

Benediction
May the Lord bless us and keep us. May the Lord make His face shine upon us and be gracious unto us. And give us peace, this day, and forever more. Amen.

Choral Amen:  Amen, Amen, A—men

GO NOW IN PEACE
Go now in peace. Never be afraid.
God will go with you each hour of every day.
Go now in faith, steadfast, strong and true.
Know He will guide you in all you do.
Go now in love, and show you believe.
Reach out to others so all the world can see.
God will be there watching from above.
Go now in peace, in faith, and in love.

 

Langley Presbyterian Church Announcements

In Memoriam – “Flowers in loving memory of Elaine Murray, mother & grandmother of Bev & Jason Feick”.

Reminder of Upcoming Events:
March 3rd – Communion Sunday Service will be followed by the Annual General Meeting. We will have a 15-minute break after service and then the AGM will take place at the Fellowship Hall. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided as usual, but you may bring your own sandwiches.

March 28th – Maundy Thursday We will have a potluck dinner and communion starting at 6 p.m., followed by a Tenebrae Service.

March 29th LPC will not have a Good Friday Service, however, you are encouraged to join the Good Friday Combined Service of Bradner, Calvin, & St. Paul’s Churches at Calvin PC at 10:30 a.m. You can visit in person or watch their service on livestream.

March 31st Easter Service.

April 7th, 14th, and 21st: There will be membership classes. If anyone is interested in becoming a member of LPC, please let your elder or Rev. Lydia know.

We Couldn’t do it Without You! Thank you so much, volunteers, for your assistance. We appreciate our volunteers’ efforts in helping to make Sunday Service successful! Our thanks to Caroline, Bill & Marlene, Shirley, Eleanor and Ivy.

Volunteers for February 25th:
Collection Plate: Caroline M.
Refreshments: Paul & Betty B.
Scripture Reader: Trevor F.

Volunteers for March 3rd:
Collection Plate: Caroline M.
PPT Operator: Volunteer Needed
Refreshments: Jim & Norma L.
Scripture Reader: Jim L.