Genesis Cooperative

of the United Church of Canada

Consisting of the congregations from:
Cassburn, Kirk Hill, Riceville-Pendleton,
Trinity (Vankleek Hill)

Sunday, November 30, 2014

First Sunday in Advent

Worship Leaders Today

Trinity (Vankleek Hill)
Kirk Hill
Riceville-Pendleton (P)
Cassburn

Rev. Phyllis Dietrich

Mackie Robertson
Sandra Osadchuk
Rev. Phyllis Dietrich

We Gather to Praise God

When items are in BOLD all are invited to join.
Please stand, if you are able, where you see an asterisk (*).
Prelude
Greeting and Welcome
Life and Work of the Church
Lighting the Hope Candle
*Passing of the Peace
*The Call to Worship:
People of God, come, for the light of hope beckons us
together. From our solitude, we are called into
community; from our brokenness, we are called into
wholeness; from our fading, we are called into fullness;
and from our wind-swept wandering, we are called to the
path of new life.
People of God, come, for the light of hope beckons us
together. Let's take the hand of God and carry this light
together. Come, let's worship!
*The Advent Hymn: Hope is a Star

(VU 7 vs.1)

Hope is a star that shines in the night,

leading us on till the morning is bright.
(R) When God is a child theres joy in our song.
The last shall be first and the weak shall be strong,
and none shall be afraid.

*The Opening Prayer:

Holy Presence, we open our hearts today to the light
and the darkening; to the wisdom and the wondering; to
the now and the not yet of your presence. Guide us into
this new season, for we are a people on a journey, often
afraid of the unknown - often feeling alone in the
wildernesses of our lives. Yet we know that you are
always with us - our great and eternal companion. Show
us the way into this wonderful darkness, and here, help
us to discover you anew. AMEN!
Jesus, United by Your Grace

*Hymn:

VU 591

The Good News Time

In the Bleak Midwinter

*Hymn:

VU 55

The Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance

We Listen For Gods Word

Scripture Lessons:
Isaiah 64: 1-9 Tear open the heavens and come down.
Psalm 80: 1-7, 17-19 (VU 794 Part 1) Shine upon us, God of
Israel.

1 Corinthians 1: 3-9 You have been enriched by Christ.

Mark 13: 24-37 You will see the Son coming in the clouds.
Hear what the Spirit is saying to the church.
Thanks be to God!
Message:
*Hymn: Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus
OR
I Am the Dream

VU 2
MV 106

We Respond to Gods Word

Offering Invitation
*Response:

Grant us, God, the Grace

VU 540

Grant us, God, the grace of giving, with a spirit large and free,
that ourselves and all our living we may offer faithfully.

*The Prayer of Dedication:

Holy Creator, today we dedicate ourselves anew. Even
in our doubt, we promise our faith. Even in our fear, we
promise our courage. Even in our comfort, we promise
our eternal commitment to seeking justice and peace on
earth. Bless this worship, and this offering, that they
may be a reflection of our striving to live in the tension
and the promise that is ours as your people. AMEN!
Prayers of the People
Our Father, who art in heaven...
*Hymn:

O Day of God, Draw Nigh

VU 688

*Commissioning & Blessing

*Sung Blessing: Go Now in Peace
Go now in peace, never be afraid,
God will go with you each hour of everyday.
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.
Postlude
Our Worship Ends Our Service Begins
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November 30, 2014

Announcements

Prayer Corner
Alana, Reg Beaudette, Ryan Beaudette, Dytha Dixon,
Dot, Eleanor Lalonde, Hailey, Sheila, Sheila Elliott,
Lloyd Howes, Eileen Lovasz, Tony Martin, Mary Matte,
Mrs. Mercer, Lloyd McCauley, Willard Orr, Joye Oswald,
Evan Rodger, Wilma Scott, Boris Woloschuk

Deadline for Cassburn Christmas Newsletter is:

TODAY! Sunday, November 30, 2014
Please e-mail any submissions to Stephanie Anderson at
bandsanderson@rogers.com or give directly to Stephanie or
Bryan. Phone number to reach Stephanie directly is (613)
678-1681.
Dec. 4: All are welcome to come and join the Trinity (VKH)
UCW Pot Luck Lunch on Thursday, Dec. 4 at noon in the
church hall. Special invitation to the Monday Crafters Group.
Dec. 5: Musical presentation by Rev. Vivianne LaRivire,
on Friday, December 5 @ 7:30 pm in the sanctuary of
Trinity (VKH) United. Rev. LaRivire is a United Church
minister, currently studying for her Doctorate of Divinity in
Montreal. Meet & Greet, and refreshments following the
concert. See poster on bulletin board for ticket information.
Dec. 7: A Gentle Christmas Mark and Lisa Henderson
invite you to a celebration of remembrance with a candle
lighting ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 2 3 pm at St.
Johns Anglican Church in Vankleek Hill. Pastor Dana
Johnston will lead a non-denominational service.
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Dec. 7: The congregation of Chalmers United Church,

Finch, invites you to be inspired by the presentation of its
44th annual ecumenical Christmas Cantata "Lead Me
Back to Bethlehem" on Sunday, December 07th at
7:00pm. Free will offering. Everyone welcome.
Dec. 8: Sunshine Club Annual Christmas Dinner on
Monday, Dec. 8 at 5:30 pm in the hall of Trinity (VKH)
United. Cost: $13. Contact Doris Robinson: 613-678-3025.
Dec. 18 24: L'Orignal Food Bank Needs Our Help! The
L'Orignal Food Bank is once again looking for volunteers to
pack groceries at Laurin's Independent Grocery Store in
Hawkesbury from Dec. 18 - Dec. 24. Volunteers are needed
between the hours of 9 am to 8 pm that week. Tips earned
by the volunteers go to the L'Orignal Food Bank. If you are
interested in donating a few hours for a good cause, please
call Andre Simard at (613) 675-0247 to schedule a time.

Nursing Homes / Seniors Homes Services:

Community Home, Alexandria, Thurs. Dec. 4, at 10:30 am
Prescott Russell, Tuesday, December 9 at 1:30 pm
Heritage Lodge, Wednesday, December 17 at 1:30 pm

God doesnt call the qualified;

God qualifies the called.
Check your bulletin boards for events this season and the
Revised September - December worship schedule.
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Want more? Why not visit these websites . . .

United Church of Canada www.united-church.ca
United Church Resources www.ucrdstore.ca
Cassburn
www.cassburnunitedchurch.weebly.com
Riceville-Pendleton www.riceville-pendletonunitedchurch.ca

We are

The Genesis Cooperative

of the United Church of Canada
42 Mill St., Box 689, Vankleek Hill, ON K0B 1R0
Phone: 613-678-5499
genesiscc@bellnet.ca
Genesis Cooperative Community
www.genesiscmty.com
Minister: Rev. Phyllis Dietrich
Administrative Assistant: Gabrielle Becker
Administrative Office Hours:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00 am 1:00 pm
Announcement Deadline: Wednesday

Minutes for Mission

November 30

Global Mission and Service

Waiting for Hope to Be Born

The Rev. Tiina Cote served as overseas personnel with the
Christian Council of Tanzania as a chaplain at the University of
Dodoma. Tiina reflects on hope for the Advent season:
What happens when hope is born through the grace of God? As I
witness the intensity of University of Dodoma students long, loud
prayers to God, I imagine the intensity of Josephs prayer to his
God on those many nights after the birth of a promise.
As I see the tears fall from the students faces when they sing
thanks to their God, I imagine Marys face as she sings her song
of blessing and promises fulfilled by her God.
And when students feel empowered and able to speak their truth
out loud, I imagine the confidence of Zechariah as he stood in a
countercultural moment and claimed the name of hope for his son
as given by his God.
Such is the face of Advent hope across the world today. Each of
us has been silenced in some way, yet we hold a story of hope
waiting to be born again. For the University of Dodoma students of
the Christian Council of Tanzania, that story is being born with the
support of your generous gifts for Mission and Service, which help
fund the chaplaincy at the university.
May the difference that you help these students to make in their
own lives be your story of hope this year. Please give generously.

Mighty and tender God, our gifts to M&S help your church
to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with you.