| Minister: the Rev. Dr. Steven Davis Organist/Choir Director: Henry Remiz Children & Youth Programmer: Moira Robertson Office Administrator: Arleane Ralph Custodian: John Herscheid February 1, 2026, 10:00 am Fourth Sunday after Epiphany |
WE GATHER IN GOD’S PRESENCE
PRELUDE: ‘Winter’ from “The Four Seasons” (A. Vivaldi)
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
HONOURING THE LAND
LIGHTING THE RAINBOW CANDLE
LIGHTING THE CHRIST CANDLE
INTROIT: “Rejoice in the Lord Always” (#249 – Voices United – sung by choir)
WE APPROACH GOD
OPENING SONGS
“Blessed Be The Name”
Blessed be the name! Blessed be the name!
Blessed be the name of the Lord!
Blessed be the name! Blessed be the name!
Blessed be the name of the Lord!
“Thy Word”
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path.
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path.
When I feel afraid,
Think I’ve lost my way,
Still you’re there right beside me.
And nothing will I fear
As long as you are near
Please be near me to the end.
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path.
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path.
I will not forget
Your love for me and yet
My heart forever is wandering
Jesus, be my guide
And hold me to your side
And I will love you to the end.
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path.
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet
And a light unto my path.
“Lord, Speak To Me” (#589 – Voices United – verse 1)
OPENING PRAYER
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 not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the Kingdom, and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
HYMN: “God of the Bible” (#28 – More Voices)
WE LISTEN FOR GOD
VIDEO: Stick and Stone by Beth Ferry (Kids Book Read Aloud)
A TIME WITH THE KIDS CHURCH: “Sticks And Stones And Names”
SHARING THE CHRIST LIGHT
Children and Youth:
As we head out to learn and grow, Christ’s light comes with us as we go.
We’ll light our lantern as you stay here in church to learn and pray.
HYMN: “Break Now The Bread of Life” (#501 – Voices United)
SCRIPTURE: James 3:1-12 (read by Nan Mackenzie); Psalm 141:1-10 (read by the Rev. Davis)
SERMON: There’s Power And Danger In Every Word We Speak
WE RESPOND TO GOD
RECEIVING THE OFFERING
OFFERTORY MUSIC: “Fight the Good Fight”
Fight the good fight with all thy might;
Christ is thy strength, and Christ thy right;
Lay hold on life, and it shall be
Thy joy and crown eternally.
Run the straight race through God’s good grace;
Lift up thine eyes, and seek his face.
Life with its path before us lies;
Christ is the way, and Christ the prize.
Cast care aside, lean on thy Guide;
His boundless mercy will provide;
Trust, and the trusting soul shall prove
Christ is its life, and Christ its love.
Faint not, nor fear, his arms are near;
He changeth not, and thou art dear;
Only believe, and thou shalt see
That Christ is all in all to thee.
BLESSING OF THE OFFERING
Light of the world and God of salvation, in a world that trembles with uncertainty and teaches us to fear, you shine with unwavering hope. You call us to seek you out and trust in your presence more than in our own strength. Receive these gifts, which are given not out of fear but with the joyful confidence that your love casts out fear and your grace makes us bold. Use what we offer to build a world where your light leads, your justice reigns, your compassion touches all, and your people become living witnesses to your goodness. In the name of Christ, our rock and redeemer, we pray. Amen.
MINISTRY OF MUSIC: “The Lord is Our Refuge” (H. Hopson)
200th ANNIVERSARY SLIDE
THE WORLD THIS WEEK SLIDES
PASTORAL PRAYER
CLOSING HYMN: “We Have This Ministry” (#510 – Voices United)
WE SERVE GOD AND GOD’S PEOPLE
COMMISSIONING & BLESSING
CHORAL CLOSING: “May the Blessing of God Be Upon You” (#429 – Voices United – sung by congregation)
RECESSIONAL: “Sortie in F Major” (C. Franck)
Thought for the Day
“… words become flesh; so use them with care.”
(The Reverend Mark Oakley, Dean of Southwark, London, England)
Music reproduced with permission under licenses:
OneLicense A610919 and CCLI license #11269798
