Sunday, March 3, 2019 Transfiguration - Northlea United Church
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Northlea United Church
In the community. For the community.
125 Brentcliffe Road, Toronto, ON, M4G 3Y7
www.northleaunited.ca ~ 416-425-5252
Photo by Suzanne D. Williams on Unsplash
Sunday, March 3, 2019
Transfiguration
At Northlea United Church,
we encourage one another as we:
Love God ~ Connect with others
Nurture the spirit ~ Serve the world
We want to make everyone feel welcome at Northlea! Our facilities are
accessible for those with mobility assists, such as wheelchairs and scooters.
We welcome pets and invite you to bring your coffee to service! If we can help
improve your experience by providing you with assisted hearing devices, a large print
hymn book or large print order of service, we have them – just ask one of our
Welcomers.
Infants, toddlers, and children are welcome as part of our worship in the sanctuary!
Following the first part of the service each Sunday, many of our children and youth go
with their leaders to “Cool Church.” Children who are visiting are invited to join in!
After the service, everyone reconnects in the Community Room over refreshments. We
encourage everyone to wear name tags, so if you don’t have one, and would like one,
please let one of our Welcomers know.
Thank You for Helping with Today’s Service:
Welcoming: Diana Bennett & Margaret Rieger
Reading: June Cavers
Sound Technician: Bev Vanstone
Kitchen Hospitality: Rosalind and John Dekker
Announcements: Diane Carlton
If you are interested in volunteering to help with Sunday Morning Ministries, please
contact Marnie Phoenix through the church office or sign up on the sheets posted
outside on the Welcome Board.
Supply Minister: Rev. Dr. Ellen Redcliffe - 416 491 8231
Minister: Lee-Ann Ahlstrom lee-ann@northleaunited.ca
Music Director: David Jafelice david@northleaunited.ca
Office Administrator: Tricia Reid office@northleaunited.ca
Facility Manager: Robert Pringle building@northleaunited.ca
Children & Youth Leader: Jo Dullard jo@northleaunited.ca
Consider Financially supporting Northlea United
● through Canada Helps by going to www.northleaunited.ca
● signing up for PAR (Pre-Authorized Debit) through the church office
● using offering envelopes
Please contact the church office if you would like more information
416 425 5252 or office@northleaunited.ca
** Prayers (various) taken from “The United Church of Canada - Gathering - resources for
worship planners” Advent, Christmas, Epiphany 2018-2019 Year C ISSN-0823-1869 3.45M
08/18 CHI 1080
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Northlea United Church
Sunday, March 3, 2019
(*) Please stand if you are comfortable and able.
Bold letters indicate words to be said by the whole congregation.
Please ask one of our greeters if you would like a large- print bulletin,
a large-print hymn book or an assisted hearing device.
̴ Gathering ̴
Before or during the prelude you are welcome to come to the front and light a candle
and/or enter your prayer requests in the book provided. Your prayers can be included
in the prayers of the people during the service.
Welcome
*Gathering Hymn: Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah Voices United #651
Announcements, Joys and Concerns
Call to Worship:
Arise, shine, your light has come!
Thanks be to God!
In companionship with Jesus along the way, we are transfigured.
Hallelujah, Amen.
Bathed in the light of Christ, we yearn for ever-deeper connection:
A communion rooted in love, braided together around the table,
nourished by the wine of self-giving.
Glory to God!
Glory to God indeed!
Sung Response: I’m Gonna Shout, Shout More Voices #183
Lighting the Christ Candle:
May the peace of Christ be with you all
And also with you
Greetings of Peace - The congregation is invited to share the peace of Christ with one
another. The children and youth will leave for their Cool Church listening and learning
time.
Sung Response: I Am A Child of God More Voices #157 vs. 4 & 5
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Opening Prayer:
Our God, we gather here today on Transfiguration Sunday. We
waited through the days of Advent, for the arrival of Jesus. We
celebrated the light of his coming, throughout Epiphany. Three days
from now, we mark ourselves with ashes, as we enter the season of
Lent. But today, on this special Sunday, we pray that we might see,
Christ transfigured before us, and that we might be transformed by
your grace, preparing us to follow Jesus, through the days of Lent.
Amen.
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
trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And
lead us away from temptation and deliver us from evil: for thine
is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever and
ever. Amen.
̴ Listening ̴
*Hymn: How Good, Lord, To Be Here Voices United #103
Prayer for Understanding
Today is a special-occasion Sunday, filled with singing, reading, reflection.
We are thankful for the gifts of everyone who has shared in bringing your
word to us. We pray that you will speak to our hearts through all the gifts
brought to you today.
Psalm 99 Voices United p. 819
Congregation to respond reading bolded text.
Scripture Reading: Luke 9:28-36
Response
In this reading we hear God’s voice.
The Spirit is still speaking, thanks be to God.
Anthem: Fairest Lord Jesus Voices United #341
Message
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̴ Responding ̴
Invitation to the Offering:
Friends, our offering is one of the most profound witnesses we are able to
make. The giving of our gifts - and our lives - speaks to our faithfulness.
Let our witness be so strong that it inspires others to faith.
Let us offer our gifts to God.
Offertory Music
Offertory Response: Your Work, O God, Needs Many Hands
Voices United #537
*Offertory Prayer:
Bless us and these gifts, O God.
May our sharing today be multiplied for tomorrow,
opening a posture of generosity for the world. Amen.
Prayers of the People
*Closing Hymn: We Have Come at Christ’s Own Bidding
Voices United #104
*Commissioning and Benediction
*Sung Amen:
Postlude
4We acknowledge with respect the history, spirituality, and culture of the
Mississauga peoples who came to this place long before us, and our
responsibility for the territory wherein our church resides.
Reading Next Week: Luke 4:1-13
A Warm Welcome Back to Lee-Ann
As you all know by now, Lee-Ann will be returning
to her ministry at Northlea from medical leave
beginning the week of March 4th. This will be a
graduated return to work over a period of six
weeks. During this time, Lee-Ann will progressively
start, once again, to become part of the daily
activities and worship service life of Northlea. She
will first need to reconnect with what the staff members, Council members,
Ellen and others have been working on over the past nine months. This will
necessitate that Lee-Ann takes time to talk to people, study documents and
catch up on emails and other communications.
You may see and enjoy chatting with Lee-Ann when she is in the church, but
we are being careful how quickly she starts back doing worship services. We
are very grateful to Ellen who has agreed to remain on at Northlea until Good
Friday to assist with Lee-Ann’s graduated return. It is important to note that
Lee-Ann may not be available to attend all scheduled meetings and services
due to the recommended weekly hours of work agenda that she needs to
follow. Below you will see a list of the upcoming services and who will be
officiating:
• March 3 (Annual Meeting), March 5 (Service of Ashes), March 10 - Ellen
• March 17 – Lee-Ann – after the service, join us for cake and ice cream
to celebrate Lee-Ann’s first worship service following her return
• March 24 – Ellen
• March 31 – Lee-Ann
• April 7 – Ellen – after the service, join us to thank Ellen for her
leadership during Lee-Ann’s absence; Lucy Platt and Ellen will also lead
Love Jazz Vespers at 4:30 pm
• April 14 – Palm Sunday – Lee-Ann
• April 19 – Good Friday – Ellen – this is Ellen’s last service
• April 21 – Easter Sunday – Lee-Ann
5During the weeks of March 4th and March 11th, Ellen will be responsible for any
Pastoral Care concerns that arise. While Ellen will generally be working from
home, she can be reached by the phone number listed in the bulletin or
through the church office. From March 18 to April 19, you can contact Lee-Ann
through her email address or the church office for Pastoral Care and other
inquiries. Either Lee-Ann or Ellen will respond to all requests.
We are delighted that Lee-Ann is returning to Northlea and we pray for her
continued good health as she resumes her commitment to help us become a
source of welcome and support in the North Leaside community.
The Ministry and Personnel Committee
What’s happening at Northlea United?
Coming up!
• TODAY - Annual General Meeting - after service in the Community Rm.
• THIS WEEK - Tuesday, March 5, 2019
All Staff Meeting – 10:30 am
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper served from 6:00-6:45 pm
Service of Ashes - 7:15 pm
• Wednesday, March 13, 2019 - Taize - 7:45 pm
• Sunday, March 17, 2019 - Lee-Ann returns to worship. After the
service, join us for cake and ice cream to celebrate - 10:30 am
• Wednesday, March 20, 2019 - Council Meeting - 7:00 pm
• Thursday, March 21, 2019 - Lay Visitor Circle meeting - 11:00 am
• Friday, March 22, 2019
Youth Night - 7:30 pm (Youth Room)
Euchre Night - 7:00 pm (Community Room)
• Sunday, March 31, 2019 - Bedford Park Band –– 10:30 am
Lay Worship Circle meeting after service
• Sunday, April 7, 2019
A thank you celebration for Ellen after the service – 10:30 am
Love Jazz Vespers – refreshments – 4:00 pm; service – 4:30
• Sunday, April 14, 2019 – Palm Sunday – Lee-Ann presiding – 10:30 am
• Friday, April 19, 2019 – Good Friday – Ellen presiding – 10:30 am –
Leaside Presbyterian will join us for service.
Ongoing programs:
Mondays at 10:30 am: Qigong Exercise - extended to April 8th!
Tuesdays at 10:30 am: Bible Study
Thursdays at 1:30 pm: Art Circle
Thursdays at 7:30 pm: Choir Practice
6An opportunity to get to know our neighbours.
Wednesdays 2:00 - 3:30 pm Volunteers wanted weekly
for Conversation & Connection with Flemingdon Park
Ministry Women's Group Come and be part of a women's
group to help Canadian newcomers improve their English,
learn more of Canadian culture and feel more connected to our society. 10
Gateway Blvd (near Don Mills Rd. & Overlea Blvd). Rides are available. Contact
Bev Vanstone if you are interested or sign up on the sheet on the bulletin board
outside the office.
SHROVE TUESDAY SUPPER
With SERVICE OF ASHES
Tuesday, March 5th, enjoy a wonderful Pancake Supper
served from 6:00 - 6:45 pm. Lots of great eats & fun for
all. Everyone is welcome! FREE WILL OFFERING to
benefit the Flemingdon Park Ministry - The Common
Table program where the community participates in
bringing food from seed to harvest to market to table for families in need. After
supper, take time to experience the meditative Service of Ashes at 7:15 pm in
the Sanctuary.
SAVE THE DATE
Euchre Night - Friday, March 22 - 7:00 pm
Please save the date of Friday, March 22, 2019 for another
great Euchre Night at Northlea. The evening begins at 7:00
pm and tickets are $20/person. You can get your tickets on any given Sunday
at church or from the office. Even if you don't know how to play, we would be
glad to teach you. The event will benefit the Thorncliffe Neighborhood Office
to help send more needy kids to day camps this summer.
Keys to Success – Thank you
Thank you to everyone who contributed so generously to the
appeal to fund the restoration of our Yamaha grand piano. To date
$2,600.00 has been raised towards the approximate $4,500.00 cost
of the project. We are grateful to The Council which has agreed to
fund the remaining amount. Thank you also to Jo Dullard and Donna
Rutz for the eye-catching poster near the Narthex tables to show our progress
throughout this appeal. David will let us know when the restoration has been
completed so that we can celebrate the refreshed sound of the piano.
7SEND A KID
TO CAMP
Northlea & Leaside
United Churches
are working together to send
100 Needy Kids
to summer day camp.
For only $50 per child, you can help send a kid to day camp
for three weeks – that is only $17/week/kid!!! And that gets
one kid three whole weeks of fun and learning in a healthy,
nurturing environment. This is an opportunity to give a kid a
chance to experience some of those things we think nothing
of giving our own kids every day!
It is the children in the Thorncliffe and Flemingdon Park areas
who will have a chance to attend summer day camps staffed
by the TNO - Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Centre. Here are
some of the quotes from kids who attended these camps in
the past:
“The big event I’m looking forward to is
rock climbing. It’s something I love to do
but can’t do it often.”
“It has a great vibe, great energy. I have a
lot of fun at camp. That’s why I keep
coming!”
Note: Tax receipts will be issued for amount of $20 or more. Write “TNO Kids
to Camp” on the memo line.
8HOW CAN YOU HELP??
Easy & Fun - LOONIES FOR LENT – Northlea youth
have created Loonies for Lent boxes for members of
the congregation. Deposit a loonie in your box for
each day in lent, mark your name, envelope number
and address on the box and put it in the collection
plate by April 14th (feel free to drop a couple of extra
toonies to bring your count to $50) and you will have sent a kid to camp!
Easy & Quick – Special envelopes will be available in
the Office. Simply put your donation in one of these
envelopes with your name, envelope number and
address and drop it in the collection plate. Every little
bit helps to send a kid to camp!
Lot’s of fun – Leaside United is hosting a Variety Show night on March
29th at 7:00 pm.
Fun for those with Broadway in their blood… Auditions are March 24
& 26 – Leaside is looking for performers for the show.
Pull an act together, be it musical, theatrical or just
crazy funny and show up to rehearsals on Sunday,
March 24 or Wednesday, March 27 from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Then participate in the show on the 29th.
Fun for those who love to go to Broadway shows…
show time is March 29 at 7:00 pm at Leaside United -
purchase tickets from Marnie or Ron after services in
March and check out all the local talent. Tickets are
$10/adult or $25/family of four.
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