Prelude: “Lighting of the Altar Candle”   Silent Reflection

Call to Worship
One: We have gathered in the presence of God our creator, who set before us the ways of life and death.
All: We have gathered in the presence of Jesus the Christ, who calls us to accept the cost of discipleship that we may know its joy.
One: We have gathered this morning in the presence of the Spirit, who sustains us in trial and rejoicing.
All: In our living and in our dying, we belong to God. In the shadow of God's wings we sing for joy. Let us worship God together.

Hymn  “Jesus Calls Us”  #562 VU

Invocation: Unison]
We gather to worship you, O God, under the shadow of the cross, sign of human shame and divine wisdom. Like Jesus, we would like to live for you and die for you. We are your people. We belong to you. We offer you our worship and our lives, as we open ourselves to your presence today. All these we pray in the name of our Lord Jesus who taught us to pray in these words: “Our Father who are in heaven….”

Gloria Patri:
  Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
  As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be.
  World without end. Amen. Amen.

Acknowledgement of our Flawed Humanity:
One: Too often and too many times, we followed our own desires and ways and leave God's will for us. But God never abandons us nor leaves us to ourselves. Let us confess now our sins and ask God for forgiveness.
All: God of love and life, we often choose not to listen to your call. Too often your way seems too demanding of us. Too often your way is too risky. We might lose our friends and names. To often we are just too busy keeping our own lives together. Forgive us our selfishness, O God, and through the power of your Holy Spirit, help us decide what is most important in life. Remind us once again that you are always with us. In Christ's name we pray. Amen.
{Moment of silent prayer}

Words of Pardon and Acceptance:
One: Christ said to his disciples, “Do not be afraid.”So, they left everything behind and followed him.
All: We too want to follow. We know that God is with us.
One: God says to us, “Do not be afraid. You are forgiven. Come, begin again.”
All: Thanks be to God for a new beginning. Hallelujah!

Halle, Halle, Halle: Sing Twice  # 958 VU There is always joy in the knowledge of God's love and forgiveness. Children of God, make a joyful noise as we sing!!!]
HALLE, HALLE, HALLELUYAH, HALLE, HALLE, HALLELUYAH
HALLE, HALLE, HALLELUYAH, HALLELUYAH, HALLELUYAH.

Time with the Young and the Young at Heart:

Responsive Reading:  Psalm 138,   # 860 VU [With sung refrain]

Scripture Reading[s]:
Isaiah 6: 1 - 8
1 Corinthians 15: 1 - 11
One: this ends the readings of the Old Testament and the Epistles
All: Thanks be to God. Amen.

Gospel Reading: Luke 5: 1 - 11
One: The Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke
All: All Thanksgiving and praises be given to God, forever and ever.    Amen.

*Hymn for the Day:  “Will You Come and Follow Me ”  #567 VU

Collect for the Day: “An Epiphany Prayer” # 86 VU {In Unison}

Anthem:  “Song of Fellowship”  by Nancy Price and Don Besig  (Third Avenue United Church Choir)

Spoken Word:  “Basic Christianity”

Invitation to Offering:
Leader:   We shall give as able, according to the blessings which God has given us. Let us receive our offering.

Offertory Music:  [Those collecting offering, please remain at the back until the selection is complete. Thank you.]

Doxology:
Praise God from whom all blessings flow,
Praise God all creatures high and low,
Give thanks to God in love made known,
Creator, Word, and Spirit one.
Amen.

Prayer of Dedication:  Spoken

Affirmation of Faith:  “The New Creed'” #918 VU

Final Hymn:  “O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee ”  #560 VU

Commendation and Benediction:
One: We have worshipped God together.
All: Now we go our separate ways.
One: May the Spirit who has blessed us here,
All: Be the same Spirit in each day of our lives.
One: May the Grace of Christ, the Love of God, the Communion of the Holy Spirit enrich our lives now and forever.
All: Amen.

Threefold Amens:  # 967 VU  (Altar Candle is Extinguished)

Postlude:   [We ask that people remain standing (those that are able) in their pews until the Altar Candle is extinguished. You may be seated for the Postlude. Thank you!]

Lectionary Reading for February 17, 2019   Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany  Jeremiah 17:5-10;  Psalm 1;  1 Corinthians 15:12-20;  Luke 6:17-26.

1. SUNDAY, February 17, 2019  GAMES CHURCH;  Doors open at 5:15, with Potluck at 5:30, followed by a family-friendly ecumenical church service. And then ...let the games begin!


2. TUESDAY, February 12, 2019  7:00 PM   HANDBELL PRACTICE


3. TUESDAY, February 12, 2019  7:00 - 9:00 PM   YOUTH ACTIVITY CLUB (YAC)  Logie Hall Gym  ALL ARE WELCOME!


4. WEDNESDAY, February 13, 2019  10:00am   BIBLE STUDY


5. THURSDAY, February 14, 2019   SENIOR CHOIR PRACTICE  7:00pm   COME.  SING WITH US!


6. SUNDAY, February 17, 2019  10:30 am  Sixth Sunday after Epiphany   NO Sunday School  ALL ARE WELCOME!


7. SUNDAY, February 17, 2019  11:30AM - 1:00PM   SUNDAY BRUNCH  ALL ARE WELCOME!


8. MONDAY, February 18, 2019  7:00 pm  CANCER SUPPORT GROUP  ALL ARE WELCOME!