March 31^st, 2024

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

Welcome & Announcements

Responsive Call to Worship:
L: Out of the darkness of grief and despair comes a message of hope.
  All: Christ is risen.
L: We run to the tomb to see for ourselves.
  All: And it is true. Christ is risen.
L: We hear a voice call our name, and we know our risen Lord is with us now and always.
  All: Christ is risen, indeed. Thanks be to God.

 Hymn:  Jesus Christ is Risen Today #243

 Prayer of Adoration & Confession

 Assurance of Pardon

 Hymn:  Alleluia, Alleluia, Give Thanks to the Risen Lord #260

 Easter Responsive Reading ~ Jim Leith

 Children’s Time

 Scripture Reading:  John 20:1-18 ~ Jim Leith

 Sermon:   “I Have Seen the Lord”

 Worship Song:  King of Kings

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

 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:  I Danced in the Morning #250 vs. 1, 3, 4, & 5

 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

April 3rd – Men’s Bible Study – Start time is at 10 a.m. Classes will be held at the back of the Sanctuary.

April 6th – The Celebration of Life Service for David Radbourne will be held on Saturday, April 6^th at 11 a.m. Refreshments will be served in the Hall after service.

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

April 11th – Everyone is welcome to join this bible study group. Start time is 10:30 a.m., next to the LPC Library.

LPC Library Reconfiguration – As you may have noticed, the LPC Library has been reconfigured into a “box” shape, to accommodate space needed for Bible Study groups meeting in the area next to the library.  Someone will be there to assist before and after services to help you find what you’re looking for.  Also note that the Youth Library is now in the corner next to the Children’s books (full Children’s Library is downstairs in the Sunday School room).  Feel free to check out books from ANY of the 3 LPC Library collections. ~Marianne Lazaro, LPC Librarian

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, Shirley, Serena, Rick & Eleanor, Rev. Aicken, and Graeme.

Volunteers for March 31^st:
Collection Plate: Caroline
PPT Operator: Patricia
Refreshments: Patricia & Trevor
Scripture Reader: Jim L.

Volunteers for April 7^th:
Collection Plate: Volunteer Needed
PPT Operator: Volunteer Needed
Refreshments: Norm & Lynda
Scripture Reader: Volunteer Needed

March 28^th, 2024

Tenebrae Service of Shadows

Opening Prayer

Hymn: O Sacred Head, Sore Wounded #239 v. 1

Scripture Reading 1): MATTHEW 26:31-35

Extinguish the 1st Candle. Silence.

Hymn: O Sacred Head, Sore Wounded #239 v. 2

Scripture Reading 2): MATTHEW 26:36-46

Extinguish 2nd Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me #240 v. 1

Scripture Reading 3): MATTHEW 26:47-56

Extinguish 3rd Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me #240 v. 3

Scripture Reading 4): MATTHEW 26:57-68

Extinguish 4th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed #235 v. 1

Scripture Reading 5): MATTHEW 26:69-75

Extinguish 5th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed #235 v. 2

Scripture Reading 6): MATTHEW 27:1-10

Extinguish 6th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed #235 v. 3

Scripture Reading 7): MATTHEW 27:11-14

Extinguish 7th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed #235 v. 5

Scripture Reading 8): MATTHEW 27:15-26

Extinguish 8th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Were You There #233 v. 1

Scripture Reading 9): MATTHEW 27:27-37

Extinguish 9th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: Were You There #233 v. 2

Scripture Reading 10): ISAIAH 53:1-12

Extinguish 10th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: The Old Rugged Cross v. 1

Scripture Reading 11): MATTHEW 27:38-44

Extinguish 11th Candle. Silence.

Hymn: The Old Rugged Cross v. 2

Scripture Reading 12): MATTHEW 27:45-54

Extinguish 12th Candle. Silence.

March 24^th, 2024

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

Welcome & Announcements

 Responsive Call to Worship:
L: Jesus is coming.
All: Hosanna!
L: He comes to us riding on a donkey.
All: Hosanna!
L: Open wide the gates!
All: Hosanna!
L: Let us welcome him with branches and songs of praise.
All: Jesus is coming. Hosanna to the King of kings!

 Worship Song:  Hosanna! #216 ~ Palm procession.

 Prayer of Adoration & Confession

 Assurance of Pardon

 Hymn:  Hosanna, Loud Hosanna! #218

 Lenten Responsive Reading ~ Rev. Allen Aicken

 Children’s Time

 Scripture Reading:  Mark 11:1-11 ~ Graeme Kennedy

 Sermon:   “Jesus the Servant King”

 Hymn:  Man of Sorrows, Wondrous Name #210

 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:  All Glory, Laud and Honour #214 vs. 1, 3, & 4

 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

March 28^th – Our Maundy Thursday potluck dinner and Communion will start at 6 p.m., followed by a Tenebrae Service. We are still in need of a few more volunteers for the potluck dinner, scripture readings, and communion.

 March 29th – LPC will not have a Good Friday Service, however, you are encouraged to join the Good Friday Combined Service at Calvin PC at 10:30 a.m.

 March 31st – Easter Service – Please invite your family and friends for this very special day.

April 3^rd – Men’s Bible Study – Start time is at 10 a.m. It will be held next to the LPC library.

 April 6^th – The Celebration of Life Service for David Radbourne will be held on Saturday, April 6^th at 11 a.m. Refreshments will be served in the hall after service.

April 11^th – Everyone is welcome to join this bible study group. Start time is 10:30 a.m., next to the LPC Library.

LPC Library – Easter books and DVDs are on display for you to check out. Please feel free to check out books from all 3 LPC Library collections (Main, Children’s & Youth).

 Good Friday Offering – All Good Friday donations will be sent to Ishtar Women’s Shelter.

We Couldn’t do it Without You! Our thanks to Caroline, Shirley, Patricia & Trevor, and Serena & Louise.

Volunteers for March 24^th:
Collection Plate: Caroline McIsaac
PPT Operator: Shirley Wang
Refreshments: Serena, Rick & Eleanor
Scripture Reader: Graeme Kennedy

Volunteers for March 28^th:
PPT Operator: Shirley Wang

 Volunteers for March 31^st:
Collection Plate: Caroline McIsaac
PPT Operator: Volunteer Needed
Refreshments: Volunteer Needed
Scripture Reader: Jim Leith

March 17^th, 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 23^rd, 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 10^th, 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 28^th – 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 28^th – We 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 10^th:
Collection Plate: Caroline M.
PPT Operator: Patricia F.
Refreshments: Gary & Nancy H.
Scripture Reader: Betty B.

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

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

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