June 2, 2018
Ascension Sunday
Today Christians around the world celebrate Jesus’ ascension into heaven. The colour white and ascending candles on our altar table remind us that we too have the hope of life in heaven. May you discover the hope Jesus offers as we worship Him today.
Call to Worship
“Ring Praises”
HandChime Ensemble
Responsive Invocation
based on Luke 24:45-53
Opening Hymn (insert)
“Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise”
Songs of Praise
“Jesus Christ Is the Lord of All”
“Lion and the Lamb”
“Jesus, Name Above All Names”
Old Testament Reading
Number 14:1-12
Song of Response
“Trust In You”
Time of Prayer
“Nothing Can Trouble”
EPIC Moments
Song of Response
“Gloria Patri”
Time of Greeting
“Make Us One”
Announcements & Offertory Prayer
Offertory
“The Gentle Healer”
Vocal Trio
Doxology
New Testament Reading
Jude 3-10
Sermon
“Obedience”
Pastor Axel Kazadi
Hymn of Response #397
“I Will Serve Thee”
Prayer of Commitment
Closing Song
“How Great Is Our God”
Benediction
Postlude
“Ring Praises”
HandChime Ensemble
Funeral Arrangements for Sister Pearl Bennett have been made as follows. Visitation will take place at the Highland Funeral Home (3280 Sheppard Ave E) on Friday, June 7th from 7-9pm, and on Saturday, June 8th from 10-11am at Milliken Church. The Funeral Service will begin at 11am on Saturday at the church. Please remember this family in your prayers.
Wave Weekend The Toronto Zone Summer Youth event will take place Friday, June 14th, at 7pm. Several youth groups, and all interested teens, are invited to this great time of worship, games, food and the annual trip to WonderJam at Canada’s Wonderland. Speak with Pastor Axel today to learn more.
Father’s Day Barbecue Plans have already begun for this great event celebrating fathers. Plan to remain after church on Sunday, June 16th, as we give thanks for the men who have blessed our lives in multiple ways. A few more grills are needed. Speak with George Bourne today if you can help us in this way. Thank you.
Due to the safety of our missionaries
This week’s mission update cannot be posted online.
Scripture: June 3-10
Sermon: “Obedience”
Pastor Axel Kazadi
The Next Week at MWMC
Choir Rehearsal
Sun June 2
12:30p
BYF Bus Trip
Mon June 3
8a
Tai Chi Group
Tue June 4
6:30p
Trustees Meeting
Tue June 4
7p
Line Dance Class
Tue June 4
7:30p
Traditional Chinese Dance Class
Wed June 5
2p
Reach Youth
Wed June 5
6:30p
Stretch Class
Fri June 7
10a
Funeral for Pearl Bennett
Sat June 8
11a
“Into the Light” Book Discussion
Sun June 9
9:30a
Pentecost Sunday Morning
Sun June 9
10:30a
Last Sunday Statistics
Attendance: 119
Offering Total: $84,740
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, confessing Jesus is Lord, through various forms of praise and worship, thoughtful teaching, opportunities for spiritual growth, leadership development, compassionate outreach and service.
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