Sunday Morning Worship Service
May 17, 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: Bernadette Jjumba
Call To Worship: Psalms 68:1-10, 32-35
Song of Worship: “Great Jehovah” / “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” / “Trust In God”
Scripture Reading 1: Proverbs 3:5-6
Welcome
Meet and Greet: “Make Us One”
Announcements
Tithes and Offerings
Doxology
Children’s Moment/Dismissal
Testimony Time
Scripture Reading 2: Jeremiah 17:5-10
Song of the Word: “Ancient Words”
Sermon: “Unfollow Your Heart”
Song of Reflection: ” ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust In Jesus”
Time of Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer
Benediction
Outro: Goodness of God
Announcement from Our Pastors
Pastor Eddie is away and will return on Wednesday May 20th. If you require assistance. Please contact our church office at (905) 475-3579. Pastor Stephan will be on assignment at Oakwood Wesleyan Church.
Communion
Considering that Pastors Eddie and Stephen are both away on assignments, Communion is postponed and will take place next Sunday.
Guest Speaker : Rev. Peace Nakayima
We are pleased and honoured to welcome Guest Preacher Rev. Peace Nakayima to Milliken Church today. She will be sharing a powerful message titled “Unfollow Your Heart.” We appreciate your willingness to share God’s Word and pour into our church family. We are truly thankful for the encouragement you bring through your ministry.
Victoria Day Holiday
Our church office is closed on Monday, May 18th, for the Victoria Day long weekend.
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.
Celebrating The Life of Ms. Marlene Butcher
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we gather to celebrate the life of Ms. Marlene Butcher. The details are as follows:
Visitation
Friday, May 29, 2026
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Chapel Ridge Funeral Home & Crematorium
Funeral Service
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Visitation: 10:00 AM – 10:55 AM
Service: 11:00 AM
Milliken Wesleyan Methodist Church
Interment
Christ the King Catholic Cemetery
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal is on hold for Pastor Aza’s time of bereavement. An announcement will be made when the Choir Rehearsal resumes. Thank you for your consideration and patience.
Best Years Fellowship Meeting
The BYF Meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:30 am. The Canadian Hearing Services (CHS) will be present to give a special presentation. All are welcome to attend. We encourage you to come out for this informative and meaningful gathering.
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.
Cost is just $195.00 per person. Seats are limited and can only be reserved after payment. For more information and reservations, please contact Cynthia Gopaul (416)-930-7015 as soon as possible.
Seniors Circle at Milliken Church
The Seniors Circle has started Season 2. Please join us on May 20th 2026 at 1pm -2:30pm. Our topic this week is Connected & Strong: Understanding Loneliness and Isolation in Later Life
Loneliness is more common than many of us realize — and it can affect both the heart and the mind. In this Seniors Circle session, we explore the difference between isolation and loneliness, the root causes behind them, and how they impact our emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Most importantly, we focus on practical, realistic steps to rebuild connection and strengthen community. Through conversation, reflection, and shared experiences, we’re reminded of one powerful truth: we are not alone, and connection can be built intentionally at any stage of life.
For more details, please contact (416) 587-3148 or (416) 668-4124 or email info@blessedwayoflife.com .
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!
If you are not a child, you are invited to volunteer! There is a list in the gym for you to look at and register. Please email jessica.padmore@millikenchurch.org to sign up or clarify.
Registration has already started. 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 completed at MillikenChurch.org/VBS.
Special Milliken Mug at Milliken Church
A beautiful mug with the collaboration of Milliken Church and Gloria Pickersgill has been created to give as a welcoming gift to those who visit the church. Our prayer is that every sip will remind you that you are the reason Jesus resurrected. If you would like to purchase a mug you may email Gloria at gloriapickersgill@milliken.org.
You also have the option of giving a donation. Please place it in an envelope marked “Youth Ministry” with your full name and contact information.
Thank you for your generosity and support—God bless you.
Fundraising For Jamaica at Milliken Church
We are also supporting Sister Gloria Pickersgill in her efforts to raise funds for a single mother of five in Manchester, Jamaica, who has lost her roof because of Hurricane Melissa. She needs assistance with food and shelter.
Please place your donation in an envelope marked “Jamaica”, with your full name and contact information. You may also email Gloria Pickersgill her gloria.pickersgill@millikenchurch.org for more information. Thank you for your generosity and support—God bless you.
Sermon: “Unfollow Your Heart”
Scriptures: Psalms 68: 1-10,32-35; Proverbs 3:5-6;
Jeremiah 17:5-10
Speaker: Rev. Peace Nakayima
This Week at MWMC
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Sunday School @ 9:00 am
Sunday Morning Worship Service @ 10:10 am
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Best Years Fellowship @ 10:30 am
Time to Pray @ 7:15 pm
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
South Markham Senior Circle @ 1:00 pm
Local Church Conference @ 7:00 pm
Bible Study on Break (Summer)
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Ladies Morning Bible Study @ 10:30 am
Platform Team Rehearsal @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Sunday School @ 9:00 am
Sunday Morning Worship Service @ 10:10 am
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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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