June 25, 2023
Let’s Make Disciples, Milliken!
And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others. – 2 Timothy 2:2
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Links to Live Stream on YouTube and Facebook.
Prayer Call To Worship
Worship in Songs:
“As It Is In Heaven”
“Deeper Deeper”
Scripture Reading:
John 15:1-10
Worship In Song:
“Change My Heart O God”
“Still”
Time of Prayer
Tithes and Offering:
“What A Beautiful Name”
Announcements
Children’s Moment
Sermon:
“Bear Much More Fruit”
Song of Reflection:
“You Are The Vine”
Communion Ritual
“Song: O Praise The Name”
Closing Remarks/Benediction
Closing Song:
“Deeper Deeper”
Weekly Announcements
All Ministry Leaders: Please make sure to submit your detailed announcements to Pastor Aza or Pastor Eddie every Friday at 12:00 pm. Please note that announcements that arrive after this time will be made on the following Sunday.
Condolences to the Howell Family
We are sad to announce that Derry Howell, a long-standing member of Milliken Church passed away on Thursday, June 22. We offer our most heartfelt condolences go out to his dear wife Ianthie, his daughter, Tanya and the entire family. May God hold you during this difficult time.
JOHNSON SISTERS FOUNDATION Special General Meeting
All Milliken Members or Non-Members who wish to discuss the next steps regarding the Johnson Sisters’ Foundation are invited to attend a Special General Meeting on Sunday, June 25th, in the Sanctuary immediately after the Sunday Morning Service. Thank you.
Chinese-English Corner
UPDATE: Milliken has started a new outreach called “Chinese-English Corner”, Thursday evenings at 6:30pm. Our mission is to connect with members from our Chinese-speaking community and our Church family will have an opportunity to learn English and in a three-part education experience. For now, we are currently offering English lessons to our Chinese-speaking community, taught by English teacher, Mr. Colbert Dennis. Later on, we will have a Chinese-speaking teacher who will teach Chinese to interested Milliken members. The goal is to then have a Chinese-English exchange where we can learn from each other through conversation and fellowship. We will keep you posted when Chinese classes begin.
Save The Date: National Prayer Tour
The Canadian Conference of the Wesleyan Church has begun a National Prayer Tour where we as a on a mission to pray for our Nation in one accord with Wesleyan Churches across the country.
There are TWO dates you should keep in mind:
Friday, July7, 2023 – Milliken will have a Prayer Walk in the community. We will start at the church, beginning at 6:30PM, to give directions. Then, we will break off into groups pray throughout community. An email will go out with details.
Sunday, July 9, 2023 @ 6:00pm – Milliken will have the opportunity to be the host church for the day, and we invite you to make it your purpose to be here and commit to pray for our churches, our communities, our cities, provinces and country to be won for Christ.
Teen Challenge
Come to our morning worship service on Sunday, July 23 and hear a dynamic presentation by Teen Challenge Canada, featuring testimonies and stories of finding freedom from addiction.
VBS 2023
Join us on August 15-18 for our “wild adventure” with VBS (Vacation Bible School)! Times will be 6:30-8:30 pm, and it is FREE! Our theme this year is “WILD LIFE”! Registration begins July 9. Early Bird ends July 23 (if you sign up early, your child gets a prize at the end of the VBS week!), and Registration ends August 4.
Volunteers, we are looking for you! If you are available, please talk to Sister Jessica or Brother Chris about your availability. Please save the date! For further details, visit our website at https://millikenchurch.org/vbs2023/.
Worship Arts Team – We Want Your Help!
Have you been looking for a way to serve? Our Worship Arts team needs you! We are looking for servant leaders who are willing to serve on our Sunday Morning Worship and Audio Visual Teams. If you have the ability to sing, play an instrument (any instrument), or would like to learn how to serve in the Sound booth to learn various skills including sound board training, video/camera operation and working with Worship Tools to present words and scripture on the screen for worship service, please see Pastor Aza or Brother Chris.
Here are 3 reasons why you should join:
- A place to develop your gifts and be equipped to serve.
- Wonderful team of believers who support each other and pray for each other.
- Youth Alert! If you are looking to gain credits toward your volunteer service, this is a great way for you to earn those credits!
For more information, please visit www.millikenchurch.org for details on these areas of service.
Weekday Podcast: 4:19 Fisher of People
Pastor Eddie hosts a weekday podcast called “Fisher of People”. He will be LIVE on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter every Weekday at 4:19 pm to help us focus on becoming dynamic Disciples of Jesus, and how we can lead others to follow Him. Subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow our Facebook and Twitter, and you will be notified when he goes LIVE. Tune in for his refreshing thoughts.
In-Person Bible Study
In-Person Bible Study has resumed to take place on Thursday mornings at 10:30 am. Topic is “12 More Women of the Bible”.
Prayer Requests
Share Your Testimony
Sharing your experience of how God is present in your life, and the peace that you have found in Christ can encourage others to share their testimony. If you are interested in sharing your testimony during a Sunday Service, please feel free to contact Pastor Eddie or call the Milliken Church at (905) 475-3579 so that we can plan accordingly.
Tithes and Offerings
Tithes and Offerings can be submitted in person or online. If you would like to arrange a personal drop-off aside from Sundays during services, please call 905-475-3579. Please make an appointment before a drop-off is made to ensure someone will be present to receive it. Leave a message and someone will confirm your arrangements. You may also visit us at www.millikenchurch.org/GIVE. Your contributions are greatly appreciated.
Sermon:
“Bear Much More Fruit”
Scriptures:
John 15:1-10
Speaker:
Pastor Eddie Jjumba
This Week at MWMC
Sunday, June 25
MWMC Sunday School @ 9:30 am
Worship Service & Livestream (Communion Sunday) @ 10:25 am
Children’s Church @ 11:00 am
Monday, June 26
Hand Chimes Rehearsal @ 7:00 pm
Tuesday, June 27
Time to Pray via Zoom @ 7:15 pm
Wednesday, June 28
Bible Study via Zoom @ 7:15 pm
(Summer Session begins!)
Thursday, June 29
In-Person Bible Study @ 10:30 am
Chinese-English Corner @ 6:30 pm
Saturday, July 1
Happy Canada Day!
(NO Worship Arts & Media Teams Rehearsal)
Sunday, July 2
MWMC Sunday School @ 9:30 am
Worship Service & Livestream @10:25 am
Children’s Church @ 11:00 am
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Last Sunday Statistics
Online Viewers: 108
YouTube: 86
Facebook: 22
In-Person Attendance: 190
Offering Last Sunday:
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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