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SUNDAY, 23RD MAY 2021
Wellington Church and Hillhead Baptist Church Glasgow
Pentecost Joint Service
Opening Voluntary: Prelude on Come, Holy Ghost C V Stanford Gathering Song Welcome (Wellington) Notices (Both Churches) Opening Responses Caring and recreating God, open our hearts, minds and souls. For our hope is in you loose our hands and our feet to reach out to each other, loose our ears to hear the earth groan. Hear our cries and laments. We bow down in holy anticipation of what you are doing, in the name of the Triune God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit Hymn CH4 489 ‘Come down, O Love Divine’
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Prayer The Lord’s Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer will be led in several languages. Please join in quietly with whatever language you are most comfortable using.
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours,
now and forever, Amen.
Acts 2.1-21 The Coming of the Holy Spirit When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the native language of each. Amazed and astonished, they asked, ‘Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? And how is it that we hear, each of us, in our own native language? Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs—in our own languages we hear them speaking about God’s deeds of power.’ All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, ‘What does this mean?’ But others sneered and said, ‘They are filled with new wine.’
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But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them: ‘Men of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to what I say. Indeed, these are not drunk, as you suppose, for it is only nine o’clock in the morning. No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: “In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams. Even upon my slaves, both men and women, in those days I will pour out my Spirit; and they shall prophesy. And I will show portents in the heaven above and signs on the earth below, blood, and fire, and smoky mist. The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the coming of the Lord’s great and glorious day. Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” A reading from Rage and Hope: 75 Prayers for a Better World (Christian Aid, 2021)
One of the big stories of the church is what we tell and celebrate in the Pentecost season. The story speaks of God’s Spirit filling ordinary people who go on to build a new vision through the power of the Spirit. What is portrayed in the book of Acts isn’t just a storytelling of a world dominated by Caesars, where enmity and selfishness and greed keep men and women estranged and fearful; instead, these followers of Jesus’s message give witness to the vision of a re-imaged world. The book of Acts reminds us not to be bystanders to wrongdoing, inequality and corruption, but to become people willing to be empowered, to be changed, where the ending is far from fixed and the outcome is not predetermined. Instead, there is the thought that God is breaking through, and things can and will change as people respond to God’s interruption. (Dionne Gravesande)
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Solo: ‘Litany to the Holy Spirit’ Peter Hurford Reflection
Invitation to Communion Hymn CH4 685 ‘For everyone born, a place at the table’ Communion Including sung ’Sanctus’ (Hymn CH4 651) Hymn CH4 622 ‘We sing a love that sets all people free’
Closing responses:
Holy God, breathe your Spirit into us another time and touch our lives with the life of Christ In your grace, and in the mission of our Lord Jesus Christ Abundant life is offered and is possible In your transforming grace and power We re-imagine love and joy In the name of the Triune God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit Amen Blessing Closing Voluntary: Postlude in G minor op 101 no 2 C V Stanford Organist: Alan Kitchen
Soloist: Héloïse Bernard
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TODAY SUNDAY – 23RD MAY
11.00 am Pentecost - Joint Communion Service with Hillhead Baptist Church in Wellington
and Worship on-line led by the Rev. Dr. Kathy Galloway
and the Rev. Catriona Gorton
7.00 pm Joint Evening Service by Zoom led by Robin Green and Christine Johnston A Reading of the Gospel of Mark - Part 2
THIS WEEK
See More Notes and Dates for details of:
Tuesday 2.00 to 3.00 pm Prayer Group by Zoom
7.30 pm Bible Studies by Zoom
Wednesday 12 noon and 3.00 pm Conversation Corner by Zoom
NEXT SUNDAY – 30TH MAY
11.00 am Morning Service in Wellington and Worship on-line
led by the Very Rev. Dr. David Lunan
7.00 pm Joint Evening Service by Zoom led by Rev. Dr. Carolyn Kelly
Chaplain, University of Glasgow
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MORE NOTES AND DATES
The Retiring Collection today is for Christian Aid. Our Assisting Minister, Roger Sturrock, will be on holiday from Saturday, 22nd to Saturday, 29th May inclusive. During this time, anyone needing the help of a minister should contact our Locum, the Rev. Liz Johnson Blythe (Tel: 07885 536984) or the Rev. Dr. Norman Shanks (Tel: 0141 339 4421. CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR - Anthea, our Church Administrator, has decided to retire from the end of July. For many years Anthea has quietly and efficiently undertaken the myriad of tasks that ensure the smooth running of our church life and truly is one of its sure foundations. We will miss her in this role but can rejoice that she will remain part of our fellowship. We are starting the process of looking for a replacement and if you are interested or know of someone who might be interested in what is a paid part time role can you please let me know by e-mail: [email protected] or phone: 0141-334-9887. LODGING HOUSE MISSION – Ruth Shanks is planning to be at the LHM on Friday, 4th June and has been advised that they are particularly short of Ladies Tights and Men’s clothing in general, especially jackets. If anyone can help with providing these items, they either can be brought to the Church on Sundays 23rd or 30th May, and left on the table at the window end of the corridor or alternatively, telephone Ruth on 0141 339 4421 and she will come and uplift them from your home. WELLINGTON NEWS The deadline for material for the Summer edition is Wednesday, 9th June at 12 noon. I f you have any news or articles for inclusion we would be very pleased to hear from you: deliver contributions to the office or email: [email protected] or [email protected] BIBLE STUDIES – We meet by Zoom at 7.30 pm on Tuesdays, 25th May and 1st June. We have been studying 6 Psalms of Lament using the conversations approach. The Studies are aimed at those seeking to connect the Bible with their church context and life circumstances. Attention is also given to the language and historical context of the text. All studies are on the Zoom platform. This week, please continue to contact Roger Sturrock for the link - Tel: 07970 535358 or Email: [email protected] All welcome.
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MORE NOTES AND DATES (continued)
CONVERSATION CORNER - Every Wednesday on ZOOM. If you have the time, join us at 12 noon or at 3.00 pm. Free and friendly. Email: [email protected] for ZOOM ID. All welcome - if you are a native English speaker join the pool of NESSIEs...Native English Speakers Sharing Information and Experience. If you are using English as another language - this is the ideal place to use what you know in a friendly, relaxed way. CHRISTIAN AID 2021 - Similar to last year, Christian Aid Week is tak ing place virtually again with fundraising throughout the month of May. The Mission and Outreach Committee encourages everyone to actively participate in the online events hosted by Christian Aid. To find out more about the various Chris-tian Aid challenges and events please check: https://wellingtonchurch.co.uk/world-mission/christian-aid/ Envelopes for donations are also available at the Registration table which can be brought back and placed in the pedestal next week. WHEEL TRUST AGM 2021 – All supporters of the Wheel Trust are most welcome to attend and to share more about what has been happening this year. If you would like to be part of the AGM being held online on Zoom on Thursday, 3rd June at 7.30 pm please contact Graeme Wood (Management Chair) and he will send you a link to the meeting. His details are: Mobile: 07712 669628 Email: [email protected] AFRICAN CHILDREN - May Appeal - The follow ing items are now needed by SIR for children in Africa: Wax crayons, rulers, spoons and toothpaste. These can be placed in the blue box on the table at the window end of the ground floor corridor.
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PRAYER GROUP – We meet each Tuesday on ZOOM between 2.00 and 3.00 pm. Our prayer is strengthened when we unite with others, especially in these difficult days. FOCUS ON PRAYER:
“… And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children,
and all who are far off, for all the Lord our God will call.” Acts 2.39 (NIV) Give thanks that through the gift of the Holy Spirit we are empowered to
live as God’s people. Pray for patience in our prayer life as we wait and watch for God’s
answers. Pray that Israel and Palestine will find love and the peace of Jesus Christ as
they respond to each other’s needs. Give thanks for the work of the Nazareth Trust caring for people of various
faiths. Pray for forgiveness when we fail to follow the way of Christ.
Pray for Christians who have fled the Middle East that they may have found peace and freedom to worship.
Give thanks for the beauty of music and the skills of those who give pleasure through their singing and playing.
If you wish prayer for any matter, please contact: Maureen Small Tel: 946 5316 or Ann Wilson Tel: 357 4924
WELLINGTON CHURCH 77 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8LE
www.wellingtonchurch.co.uk Telephone 0141 339 0454 Email: [email protected]
Church Copyright Licence 1899714 Music Reproduction Licence 1899721 SC 000289 Wellington Church of Scotland Registered Charity
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INTERIM MODERATOR Revd. Dr. Stewart Gillan Tel: 07341 822058 Email: [email protected]
ASSISTING MINISTER Revd. Dr. Roger Sturrock Tel: 0141 942 8001 Mob: 07970 535358 Email: [email protected] LOCUM Revd. Liz Johnson Blythe Tel: 07885 536984 Email: [email protected]
HYMNS
SUNDAY, 23RD MAY 2021
Hymn CH4 489 ‘Come down, O Love Divine’
Come down, O love Divine, seek out this soul of mine, and visit it with your own ardour glowing; O Comforter, draw near, within my heart appear, and kindle it, your holy flame bestowing. O let it freely burn, till earthly passions turn to dust and ashes, in its heat consuming; and let your glorious light shine ever on my sight, and clothe me round, the while my path illuming. Let holy charity my outward vesture be, and lowliness become my inner clothing; true lowliness of heart, which takes the humbler part, and o’er its own shortcomings weeps with loathing. And so the yearning strong, with which the soul will long, shall far outpass the power of human telling; we cannot guess its grace, till we become the place wherein the Holy Spirit makes a dwelling.
Hymn CH4 685 ‘For everyone born, a place at the table’
For everyone born, a place at the table, for everyone born, clean water and bread, a shelter, a space, a safe place for growing, for everyone born, a star overhead.
And God will delight when we are creators of justice and joy, yes, God will delight when we are creators of justice, justice and joy!
For woman and man, a place at the table, revising the roles, deciding the share, with wisdom and grace, dividing the power, for woman and man, a system that’s fair.
And God … For young and for old, a place at the table, a voice to be heard, a part in the song, the hands of a child in hands kind and wrinkled, for young and for old, the right to belong.
And God ….
For gay and for straight, a place at the table, a covenant shared, a welcoming space, a rainbow of race and gender and colour, for gay and for straight, the chalice of grace.
And God …. For everyone born, a place at the table, to live without fear, and simply to be, to work, to speak out, to witness and worship, for everyone born, the right to be free.
And God ….
Hymn CH4 651 ’Sanctus and Benedictus’
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory, Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he, O blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, Hosanna in the highest, Hosanna in the highest.
Hymn CH4 622 ‘We sing a love that sets all people free’
We sing a love that sets all people free, that blows like wind, that burns like scorching flame, enfolds the earth, springs up like water clear: come, living love, live in our hearts today. We sing a love that seeks another’s good, that longs to serve and not to count the cost, a love that, yielding, finds itself made new: come, caring love, live in our hearts today. We sing a love, unflinching, unafraid to be itself, despite another’s wrath, a love that stands alone and undismayed: come, strengthening love, live in our hearts today. We sing a love, that, wandering, will not rest until it finds its way, its home, its source, through joy and sadness pressing on refreshed: come, pilgrim love, live in our hearts today. We sing a burning, fiery, Holy Ghost, that seeks out shades of ancient bitterness, Transfiguring these, as Christ in every heart, come, joyful love, live in our hearts today.
