February 12, 2017
Inserts
Hymn Insert – This insert cannot be placed in the online version due to copyright. Please pick up a copy of the hymn from an usher at church.
Epiphany
Jesus has come to earth! The Church around the world celebrates the God “who we have seen, whom our hands have touched.” May you experience the presence of Jesus today as we worship.
Call to Worship
“He Is Here”
Responsive Invocation based on 1st John 3:1-3
Opening Hymn #480
“O To Be Like Thee”
Songs of Praise
“Open the Eyes of My Heart” “I Want to Know You More” “Open Up the Heavens”
New Testament Reading
1st John 3:1-6
Song of Response
“Give Us Clean Hands”
Time of Prayer
Children’s Moment
All children are invited to the front of the Sanctuary at this time.
Announcements & Offering Prayer
Offertory
“He Giveth More Grace”
Doxology
Time of Greeting
“Make Us One”
Gospel Reading
Matthew 5:1-12
Sermon
“Seeing God”
Time of Response
“Open Our Eyes, Lord” & “Purify My Heart”
Prayer of Commitment
Closing Hymn
“I Want A Principle Within” (see insert)
Benediction
Postlude
“Open Up the Heavens”
Markham
One of the local charities we support continues an amazing work for the lives of young mothers and their pre-born babies. This week we received a special invitation and update…
Dear Milliken Church Friends,
What an amazing year it has been here at the Markham Pregnancy Centre. We are excited to report that during 2016, the number of clients doubled. Our number of volunteers quadrupled. And our support here in the Markham community has grown exponentially. We praise God for this, and we want to tell you all about it.
Please accept this invitation to attend our Annual Breakfast Meeting on Saturday, February 25th at 9am at The Bridge Church of Markham (5440 Sixteenth Ave). Let Pastor Pryor know if you can join us – this will help us know how many to expect from Milliken Church! There is no charge to attend, but all donations are appreciated and will assist the ministry in 2017.
Please continue to pray for our work. The lives of many women and babies are blessed as you partner with us. Hope to see you soon!
Sincerely,
Janice Russell, Director
Evening Prayer Service Gather with us at 6:30pm tonight as we pray together for the needs of the church. Find God’s encouraging presence and power for your situation as we pray together.
Looking Forward Our program ministry directors and staff will share their plans for the spring and summer months here at Milliken Church this Saturday morning (February 18th). Come to the Fellowship Room at 9:45am as we begin with some leadership training. See what God is doing in the life of our church!
Special Appeal During the coming weeks a high school student from one of our sister churches in eastern Ontario will be moving to the Toronto area as he continues his studies in the area. He is in need of a place to rent during the school year. If you have a bedroom or studio apartment that he could rent, please speak with Phil Farrell to learn more. Thank you.
Mid-Winter Love Feast Next Sunday after the morning worship service, we will share in an all-church potluck and love feast. Bring sandwiches to share with the soup our Social Committee will provide. You will enjoy this sacred fellowship and time of sharing.
The Next Week at MWMC
Choir Rehearsal
Sun Feb 12
12:30p
Evening Prayer Service
Sun Feb 12
6:30p
Aerobics Group
Mon Feb 13
7:30p
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue Feb 14
6:30p
Choir Rehearsal
Wed Feb 15
7p
Time to Pray (at the Luke Home)
Wed Feb 15
7p
Reach Youth
Thr Feb 16
6:30p
Looking Forward Forum
Sat Feb 18
9:45a
Sunday School Classes
Sun Feb 19
9:30a
Morning Worship
Sun Feb 19
10:30a
Mid-Winter (Soup & Sandwich) Love Feast
Sun Feb 19
12:15p
Vital Statistics
Worship Attendance: 132
Offering Total: $3,571
About Milliken Church
Milliken Church is part of The Wesleyan Church; an evangelical, holiness group within the Methodist Christian family of denominations. To learn more, visit our website or speak with our pastor.
Mission Statement
Milliken Wesleyan Methodist Church is a welcoming community that values diversity. We strive to honour God, confessions Jesus is Lord, through various forms of praise and worship, thoughtful teachings, opportunities for spiritual growth, leadership development, compassionate outreach and service.
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