Sunday Morning Worship Service
April 19, 2026
Let’s Revitalize, Milliken!
13 This is how we know that we live in Him and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit. 14 And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Saviour of the world. 15 If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in them and they in God. 16 And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. – 1 John 4:13-16
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Opening Prayer: Mrs. Bernadette Jjumba
Call To Worship: Psalm 116: 1-4,12-19
Worship In Song: “Afro Praise Medley” / “Ancient Of Days” / “I Know Who I Am” / “God I Look To You”
Holy Communion
Communion Readings
Worship Song: “In Christ Alone”
Welcome
Meet and Greet: Make Us One
Announcements
Tithes and Offering
Offertory: “We Bring The Sacrifice of Praise”
Doxology
Children’s Moment
Testimony Time
Song of the Word: “Ancient Words”
Congregational Scripture: Revelations 5:9-10
Sermon: “Having Dominion In Christ”
Time of Prayer
Reflection Song: “Build Your Kingdom Here”
The Lord’s Prayer
Benediction
Ministry / Group Updates
All Ministry and Group Leaders, please make sure you pass along the final information for any announcements (including any changes to ongoing meetings, e.g., suspending a meeting or adding a meeting time) to sister Gloria Pickersgill (gloria.pickersgill@millikenchurch.org ) every Wednesday by 9 pm. Otherwise, the announcements may not be made on the same Sunday but on the following Sunday.
Bookings in Milliken Church
Milliken has a new email to book church facilities. All booking requests, internal or external, must be made by emailing Bookings@MillikenChurch.org with the details of the occasion or gathering, and cannot be made through any Church Staff.
Guest Speaker Pastor Charles Kasibante
Join us as we welcome Pastor Charles Kasibante, bestselling author and founder of Destiny Matters, for a powerful service on “Having Dominion in Christ.” Discover your divine purpose through this transformative message rooted in Revelation 5:9-10.”
Attention Staff and Ministry Leaders
Please submit your Annual Ministerial Reports to Pastor Eddie (eddie.jjumba@millikenchurch.org) as a Microsoft Word or PDF file by April 20th .
May what you/your ministry have experienced and envisioned makes Milliken more of a Christ-Centred -> Growing Outward -> Growing Younger Church.
Local Church Conference
Our Local Church Conference will take place on May 20th at 7:00 pm. Please mark your calendar, as we are looking forward to seeing Milliken Congregation there.
Best Years Fellowship
You are invited to join us for Best Years Fellowship this Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Milliken Wesleyan Methodist Church. The Theme is “All Things Easter.” This special time of fellowship will be hosted by Pastor Stephen Rollins, offering encouragement, connection, and uplifting moments together as a community. Come and be refreshed—we look forward to seeing you there!
Men’s Breakfast
You are welcome to come and connect with other men in a space of encouragement and strength at the Men’s Breakfast at 9:00 a.m., hosted by Pastor Stephen Rollins. This is a great opportunity to build meaningful relationships, be uplifted, and grow together in faith. Come expecting good food, real conversation, and a time that will leave you refreshed and encouraged.
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
VBS will return July 14-17, 2026. This year’s theme is “What’s Cookin’“ in the Lord’s kitchen this summer! Volunteers are needed! Please e-mail jessica.padmore@millikenchurch.org to sign up.
Registration has already started, and the first five to register will receive a special prize. Everyone else who registers before the Early Bird ends on Sunday, May 31 @ 11:59 pm, your child gets a prize at the end of the VBS week! Registration ends Tuesday, June 30 @ 11:59 pm.
Registration can be made by visiting MillikenChurch.org/VBS.
A Moment of Celebration
Our very own Edan Smith has become a notable figure in Early Childhood Education and Community Services in The Province of Ontario and Canada. The College of Early Childhood Educators has allowed him to participate in leadership elections for District 2 and District 6.
Please pray for him as he becomes the salt and light in his field.
Chimes
Our Chimes Team has done a great job, and is getting a well deserved break. The next season will begin again in August.
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal will restart on Today at 12:45 pm. All are welcome. For more information, see Pastor Aza.
Bible Study Groups
Sunday School takes place on Sunday Mornings at 9:00 am.
Wednesday online Bible study takes place on Wednesdays at 7:30pm via Zoom.
Ladies Morning Bible Study takes place on Thursdays at 10:30 am at Milliken Church.
For more information, please reach out to sister Edna Rabago (Wednesday Bible Study) and Sylvia Watson (Ladies’ Bible Study) or the pastoral staff.
We encourage everyone to register for at least one of our Bible Study groups by visiting the Registration Page.
South Markham Seniors Circle
The Seniors Circle will return with Season 2 in May 2026. For more details, please contact (416) 587-3148 or (416) 668-4124 or email info@blessedwayoflife.com”.
Best Years Fellowship Summer Trip
Best Year Fellowship Annual Trip is back on, but will be a Summer one instead of a Spring one. It will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and we will depart Milliken Church at 8:00 am.
We will be visiting the Muskoka Discovery Centre and enjoying a cup of coffee. Then we will jump on board the Wenonah II Steamship enjoying the view with a special luncheon (Roast Turkey, Baked Trout, or Stuffed Pepper for our vegetarian friends) cruising the Lake Muskoka. After disembarkation, we will visit the Mariposa Market Bakery in Orillia. We will be returning from Orillia at around 4:00 pm. If the Lord is Willing a smooth traffic-less drive, we should be back to Church around 6:00 pm.
Cost is just $195.00 per person, which includes the Motorcoach Transportation, Guided Tour of the Discovery Centre with Coffee included, the 2.5 hours luncheon cruise, all taxes, meal tips, and fuel surcharges. Seats are limited and only reserved after payment. For more information and reservations, please contact Cynthia Gopaul (416-930-7015) as soon as possible.
Milliken Church Shadow Meal Drive
A BIG Thank You to everyone who took part in the Shadow Meal Drive. Together, we raised $1,765 for RISE Community Support. Please continue to pray for this ministry, and we have not stopped supporting them. If the LORD moves you, bring in your material donations and we will pass it on to them, or you can deliver it directly to them.
LiFT Mother’s Day Tea Party
LiFT Mother’s Day Tea Party will take place on Saturday, May 16 @ 1:00pm-4:00pm. Cost: Adults $30.00 and children $15.00. Tickets will be on sale soon , and we are looking forward to seeing you there. This will be a time for mothers and daughters to fellowship together.
Special Guest: Dave Mason from Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp
We are pleased to announce that Dave Mason, Executive Director of Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp in Maberly, Ontario, will be visiting our congregation in Milliken on May 3, 2026.
Dave has served at Silver Lake for the past seven years and previously worked as a Youth Pastor at College Wesleyan Church. Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp provides Christian camping and retreat experiences and hosts a variety of summer camps and events each year.
If members of our congregation would like the opportunity to ask Dave any questions, they will need to attend the service that day. We encourage everyone who is interested to join us.
Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp Young Adult Retreat
Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp at Maberly, Ontario is having a Young Adult Retreat on June 5-7. If you are 18-28 years old you are welcome to register on (https://slwc.ca/camps/ ) . It costs $165 before May 5th and $195 after May 5th, 2026. Register asap.
Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp Collide Weekend
Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp is having a Collide Weekend event on June 12th – 14th in Maberly, Ontario for children and youth in grades 6-12 for $113.00 before May 4th and $129.00 after May 4th, 2026. You may register at (https://slwc.ca/camps ) asap.
Clothing Collection
Clothing can be gathered every 3 months and it will be placed on pause for now because it is a large quantity. If you have any concerns or questions you may speak to Nicole or Kerth. Thank you for your cooperation.
Time To Pray
Our Prayer Team invites you to join us on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary (and on Zoom) for prayer.
A Church that prays together, grows and Stays Together.
“Evening and Morning and at Noon, I will Pray…and He Shall Hear My Voice…” Psalm 55:17
Milliken Church Prayer Requests
Our Prayer group is asking everyone with prayer needs to place their requests in the prayer request box so they will be remembered in our weekly prayer meeting. We are here to pray with you and for you. May the Lord encourage you to bring your requests to His altar in Jesus’ name.
Community Requests
Several members of our church family are in desperate need of affordable housing and employment. If you have a place you can rent out or a job lead, please contact Pastor Eddie, Pastor Aza, or Sister Desiree. Let’s show love to our neighbours.
A Special Gift for You: RightNow Media
RightNow Media is an amazing, impactful resource your family is going to love! Please download the media app to access this resource. If you have not received the invite to receive the gift, please eMail AV@MillikenChurch.org
Amroth Building Renovation
The renovations are currently on hold in the Amroth Education Wing. Adam Montessori School and the contractor are still working hard to move forward with these renovations to update and modify some of our spaces to serve the childcare program better.
Please Note: The gym and the kitchen will not be affected, and Rooms A3 and A4 have been reopened. However, until further notice, Room A6 will remain unavailable.
We understand the delay is challenging, but please remember the heart behind this: these renovations are all about making the building more useful, more welcoming, and better equipped to serve both ministry and community needs. We are grateful for your patience and flexibility as we walk through this together. Thank you for your continued support and for helping us see this building not just as walls and rooms, but as a resource God has given us to bless and serve others.
Reminder from the Finance Team
Please remember the following when you make your offering:
By Envelop: Please write your full name (first and last), home address, and email address on the envelope.
By e-transfer: Please ensure you fill your full name, address and/or envelope # in the memo section.
If you have changed your name or address, please inform brother Stefan Southwell or sister Natasha Bramble as soon as possible. If you have any other questions about this, please contact brother Stefan Southwell at Finance@MillikenChurch.org.
Share your Testimony
Sharing your experiences about 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.
Revitalization
We encourage our families to continue our journey in revitalizing our faith, our families, and our church. Visit our Revitalization Page at https://millikenchurch.org/revitalization-resources/
Weekday Podcast: 4:19 Fisher of People
Pastor Eddie has a Weekday Podcast. He goes LIVE on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter every Weekday at 4:19 pm to help us focus on becoming Fisher of People. Subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow our Facebook and Twitter, you will be notified when he goes live. Tune in for his refreshing thoughts.
Platform Team
We have been blessed with a wonderful team of volunteers who have committed their gifts to serving the Lord in this capacity. We would love for more of you to join our Worship Arts Team in the new year. 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.
Sermon: Having Dominion In Christ
Scriptures: Psalm 116: 1-1,12-19, Revelations 5:9-10
Speaker: Pastor Charles Kasibante 
This Week at MWMC
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Sunday School @ 9:00 am
Sunday Morning Worship Service @ 10:10 am
Choir Rehearsal @ 12:45 pm
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Annual Reports Due
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Best Years Fellowship @ 10:30 am
Time to Pray at Milliken Church @ 7:15 pm
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Wednesday Bible Study via Zoom @ 7:30 pm
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Ladies Morning Bible Study @ 10:30 am
Platform Team Rehearsal @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Men’s Breakfast @ 9:00 am
Milliken Youth @ 3:00 pm
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Sunday School @ 9:00 am
Sunday Morning Worship Service @ 10:10 am
Choir Rehearsal @ 12:45 pm
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Last Sunday Statistics
Online Viewers: 146
YouTube: 69
Facebook: 77
In-Person Attendance: 80
Adults: 53
Youth: 8
Children: 19
Offering: $2237.00
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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