Sunday, May 29, 2016 11:00 a.m.

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11:00 AM – ORDER OF SERVICEPlease ensure that all personal electronic devices are turned off. Nursery care is available.

THE APPROACHPRELUDE

Trio in E-flat Major J.S. Bach ... Stephen Boda, organ

PROCESSIONAL HYMN PLEASE STAND

No. 326 “O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing” Azmon

CALL TO WORSHIPMinister: We joyfully gather for our worship celebration to praise God.

All: Early in the morning, we lift up our hearts to God.

Minister: O magnify the Lord with me, let us exalt his name together.

Choir: Blessed be the Lord our God. Like people of faith through the ages, we will ever sing forth our praise to Him.

All: We rejoice that the Lord, he is God! To Him be all honour and glory forever and ever.

All Singing: Immortal, invisible, God only wise, in light inaccessible hid from our eyes, most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days, almighty, victorious, thy great name we praise. (No. 264 v.1)

PRAYER OF APPROACH PLEASE BE SEATED

PRAYER OF CONFESSION SAY TOGETHERO Gracious and loving God, as we celebrate the faith that is ours, we rejoice that you are our God, and we are your people. We remember your words: “You shall have no other gods before me.” O God, we want to keep your commandments and do your will. We confess that we have praised you with our lips, but in difficult times, we have allowed our faith to falter. We ask that you forgive what we have been, amend what we are and direct what we shall be, so that we may delight in your will and joyfully walk in the light of your grace, to the glory of your holy name. Amen

KYRIE SING TOGETHERLord have mercy upon us; Christ have mercy upon us; Lord have mercy upon us.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON

DOXOLOGY PLEASE STANDNo. 273 v.1 The King of love my shepherd is, whose goodness faileth never; I nothing lack if I am his, and he is mine for ever.

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE WORD OF GODMINISTRY OF MUSIC

“Ye Choirs of New Jerusalem” Stanford ... Sanctuary ChoirYe choirs of new Jerusalem, your sweetest notes employ, the Paschal victory to hymn, in strains of holy joy. For Judah’s lion bursts his chains, crushing the serpent’s head; and cries aloud, through death’s domains to wake the imprisoned dead. Devouring depths of hell their prey, at his command restore; his ransomed hosts pursue their way; where Jesus goes before. Triumphant in his Glory now, to him all power is given; to him in communion bow; all saints in earth and heaven. While we, his soldiers, praise our King, his mercy we implore, within his palace bright to bring, and keep us all evermore. All glory to the Father be, all glory to the Son, all glory, Holy Ghost, to thee, while endless ages run. Alleluia! Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING1 Kings 18:20-39 ... Kathryn PrestonSo Ahab sent to all the Israelites, and assembled the prophets at Mount Carmel.

Elijah then came near to all the people, and said, “How long will you go limping with two different opinions? If the Lord is God, follow him; but if Baal, then follow him.” The people did not answer him a word. Then Elijah said to the people, “I, even I only, am left a prophet of the Lord; but Baal’s prophets number four hundred fifty. Let two bulls be given to us; let them choose one bull for themselves, cut it in pieces, and lay it on the wood, but put no fire to it; I will prepare the other bull and lay it on the wood, but put no fire to it. Then you call on the name of your god and I will call on the name of the Lord; the god who answers by fire is indeed God.” All the people answered, “Well spoken!” Then Elijah said to the prophets of Baal, “Choose for yourselves one bull and prepare it first, for you are many; then call on the name of your god, but put no fire to it.” So they took the bull that was given them, prepared it, and called on the name of Baal from morning until noon, crying, “O Baal, answer us!” But there was no voice, and no answer. They limped about the altar that they had made. At noon Elijah mocked them, saying, “Cry aloud! Surely he is a god; either he is meditating, or he has wandered away, or he is on a journey, or perhaps he is asleep and must be awakened.” Then they cried aloud and, as was their custom, they cut themselves with swords and lances until the blood gushed out over them. As midday passed, they raved on until the time of the offering of the oblation, but there was no voice, no answer, and no response. Then Elijah said to all the people, “Come closer to me”; and all the people came closer to him. First he repaired the altar of the Lord that had been thrown down; Elijah took twelve stones, according to the number of the tribes of the sons of Jacob, to whom the word of the Lord came, saying, “Israel shall be your name”; with the stones he built an altar in the name of the Lord. Then he made a

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trench around the altar, large enough to contain two measures of seed. Next he put the wood in order, cut the bull in pieces, and laid it on the wood. He said, “Fill four jars with water and pour it on the burnt offering and on the wood.” Then he said, “Do it a second time”; and they did it a second time. Again he said, “Do it a third time”; and they did it a third time, so that the water ran all around the altar, and filled the trench also with water. At the time of the offering of the oblation, the prophet Elijah came near and said, “O Lord, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, let it be known this day that you are God in Israel, that I am your servant, and that I have done all these things at your bidding. Answer me, O Lord, answer me, so that this people may know that you, O Lord, are God, and that you have turned their hearts back.” Then the fire of the Lord fell and consumed the burnt offering, the wood, the stones, and the dust, and even licked up the water that was in the trench. When all the people saw it, they fell on their faces and said, “The Lord indeed is God; the Lord indeed is God.”

HYMN OF PREPARATION PLEASE STAND(Children in all departments will leave for their Sunday School classes via the south-east stairs. Parents accompanying children, please return to your pews via the southeast stairs.)

No. 256 “O God Beyond All Praising” Thaxted

SERMON“A heavyweight showdown” The Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling

THE RESPONSEPASTORAL PRAYERS

THE LORD’S PRAYER SAY TOGETHER (Voices United, p. 921)

OFFERING

OFFERTORY ANTHEM“Thanks Be To God” from Elijah Mendelssohn ... Sanctuary ChoirThanks be to God, He laveth the thirsty land! The waters gather, they rush along; they are lifting their voices! The stormy billows are high; their fury is mighty. But the Lord is above them, and Almighty!

PRESENTATION OF THE OFFERING PLEASE STANDNo. 541 Old 100thPraise God from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures high and low; give thanks to God in love made known: Creator, Word, and Spirit, One.

SUNDAY, JUNE 5 – RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS11:00 AM Traditional Worship Service

The Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling preaching Title: “Prophetic and Pastoral – what the church should be”

Text: 1 Kings 17: 8-24

CLOSING HYMNNo. 420 “Go to the World” Sine Nomine

BENEDICTION

CHORAL AMENNo. 967 Danish

POSTLUDEMarch on a Theme of Handel Alexandre Guilmant ... Stephen Boda, organ

SIGNS OF SUMMER ANNUAL PICNIC JUNE 12 – 12 TO 2 P.M. (RAIN OR SHINE)You don’t want to miss our annual picnic. There will be a bouncy castle, games and great food!

SUNDAY SCHOOL FAMILIES: we are pleased to announce that Sunday School will be continuing during the 11am service up to and including June 12th. Please join us for those Sundays and for Signs of Summer Annual Picnic after church on June 12th – details on event page and on our church website. We look forward to celebrating the past year and the arrival of summer with you outside with bbq and a bouncy castle! We are also very excited to offer something new this summer… Sunday School in August! Please join us if you are in the area over the summer for our Summer Sundays one room class during the 11am services throughout August. Stay posted for even more summer activities being offered this year!

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HEART N HANDS TOGETHERA merry band of crafters met in April to knit, crochet and needlepoint. We were all ages and at all stages of experience and knowhow in our craft. The most knowledgeable are great mentors for those needing a helping hand. Our next gatherings will be in the Reception Room on Tuesdays, June 7 and 21 from 1:30-4:00 p.m. All TEMC members and friends welcome. Bring your current project and your sense of humour! Come and enjoy the camaraderie! In the Fall, we will be working on creating items for TEMC’s Mitten Tree and other identified charities.If you are planning to attend or for more information, please contact Sally Beattie at 416-924-7241 or Barbara Rose at 416-481-3755.

IN MEMORIAMIn loving memory of Peggy Kingsmill a donation has been made to the General Fund for Music by Shirley Kingsmill.In memory of Thomas Clarke a donation has been made to the General Fund by Janet Evans of Steed & Evans Holding, Inc.

STAY IN THE LOOP! For another way to keep up to date on everything going on at TEMC, please “LIKE” our Facebook page: “Timothy Eaton Memorial Church.” As seen below, our page is verified with a checkmark to indicate it is the official page. Visit us any time. There’s something for everyone at TEMC!

JUNE’S Food of the Month suggested donation is CANNED FRUIT. Please note that the Foodbank is also in need of EGG CARTONS.On behalf of the clients, volunteers at the COTH Food Bank, thank you for your support.

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Festivalof the Word

July 3 – Rev. Dr. David McMaster

July 10 – Rev. Chris Miller, “Step Out of the Traffic” Text: Psalm 46:1-11

July 17 – Rev. Dr. David McMaster

July 24 – Rev. Chris Miller, “Open Ears, Open Heart” Text: John 10:1-10

July 31 – Rev. Dr. Barry Morrison, “A Bumper Crop of Grace” Text: Isaiah 5:1-9 and Luke 13:1-9

August 7 – Rev. Dr. Stephen Farris

Aug.14 – Rev. Dr. Connie denBok, “The Roadrunner and the Judge“ Text: Psalm 29:1-11, John 1:1-5

August 21 – Rev. Dr. David McMaster

Aug. 28 - Rev. Hugh Reid, “Expectations and What To Do With Them” Text: 2 Samuel 5:1-10 and Mark 6:1-13

September 4 – Rev. Dr. Paul Wilson

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We are glad you’ve joined us to worship. It is our hope that you will find the presence of God and Christian fellowship here today.

There is something for everybody at TEMC. Below you will see a list of current programs. For more information about a specific program, speak to anyone on staff, they’d be happy to help you get involved.

TEMC Painting Group - Mondays, 9:30 AM (resumes in Sept.)Pilates - Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:30 AMNew Beginnings Grief Group - Tuesdays, 12:00 PMWomen’s Fitness - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AMWomen’s Bible Study - Tuesdays,10:30 AMHeart N Hands Together - Tuesdays May 17, June 7 and 21,1:30 PMBadminton - Wednesdays, 10:00 AMWomen’s Bible Study - Wednesdays, 6:00 PM (resumes in Sept.)Childrens Choir Rehearsals - Wednesdays, 5:30 PM (resumes in Sept.)Bethel Bible Study - Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Men’s Group - Thursdays, 7:00 AMSprint Lunch - Thursdays, 12:00 PM (resumes in Sept.)Adult Choir - Rehearsals Thursdays, 6:30 PM (resumes in Sept.)AA - Meetings Thursdays, 8:00 PMLabyrinth - 1st Sunday of the month, 10:00 AM (resumes in Sept.)Book Club - 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM

TODAY, May 2910:45 am Infant & toddler care - NR 11:00 am Worship service - NA 11:15 am Sunday School: Kindergarten/Primary - CC Junior dept. - SR Youth - MO

Monday, May 309:30 am Pilates - SR 6:00 pm Food Bank - DH 7:00 pm Refugee Support Committee - AB

Tuesday, May 319:30 am Staff Meeting - MO 9:30 am Women’s Fitness - AB 10:30 am Women’s Bible Study - RR

12:00 am New Beginnings Grief Group - BR 6:00 pm Refugee Information Session - NA

Wednesday, June 18:00 am Management Meeting - MO 9:30 am Pilates - AB 10:00 am Food Bank - DH 10:00 am Badminton - AU 6:00 pm Choir School Awards - NA/AU/MR 7:00 pm Bethel - SR

Thursday, June 27:00 am Men’s Group - CR 9:30 am Women’s Fitness - AB 8:00 pm Alcoholics Anonymous - AU

THIS WEEK’S OPPORTUNITIESAB Allan Beattie Room; AT Atrium; AU Auditorium; BR Board Room;

CC Creativity Centre; CR Conference Room; DH Dunvegan Hall; EC East Chapel LR Lawson Room; MO Minister’s Outer Office; MR Music Room; NA Nave;

NR Nursery Room; RR Reception Room; SG Sanctuary Guild Room; SR Seminar Room; WA West Assembly Hall; WC West Chapel; YR Youth Room

STEPHEN MINISTERSInterested in becoming a Stephen Minister? Classes start Wednesday, October 12 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM in the Seminar Room. Contact The Rev. Dr. Jean Hunnisett, 416-925-8494, ext. 232, if you think becoming a Stephen Minister is the right path for you.

BEQUESTSA bequest to the church in your will is a powerful gift. It provides the means for you to make a huge difference in the on-going life and future of our church. For more information, please contact Mary Ellen Moore, 416-925-8494, ext. 237 or Keith Townley, 416-925-8494, ext. 233 in the Church Finance Office.

PHOTO DIRECTORIESI am very happy to report the much anticipated arrival of the photo directories! If you had your photo taken for the directory, you are welcome to pick up a copy from the Volunteer Office.

STEWARDSHIP The committed financial support of our donors is vital to the ongoing ministry of Timothy Eaton Memorial Church. Please consider making your contributions on a pre-authorized monthly basis by bank transfer or VISA. For more information, please contact Mary Ellen Moore, 416-925-8494, ext. 237 or Keith Townley, 416-925-8494, ext. 233 in the Church Finance Office.

Worship Information:• Nursery staff care for infants and children up to age four during the

worship service. The nursery and Sunday School rooms are located on the third floor, off the northeast balcony. Classes are held for children from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8 and youth up to Grade 12.

• Text-only hymnals and assistive hearing devices are available in the narthex. Wheelchair access is through the northwest entrance.

• This service is broadcast at 11 a.m. on CHIN 1540 AM and at www.temc.ca. Printed copies of recent sermons are available in the narthex, and outside the volunteer office and Seminar Room.

• Donations to the Churches-on-the-Hill food bank may be left in the designated bins in the narthex. Clothing United donations (men’s casual clothing and footwear) can be left with one of the sextons.

Timothy Eaton Memorial Church The United Church of Canada

230 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M4V 1R5 Phone: 416-925-5977 • Voice Mail: 416-925-8494 • Fax: 416-925-0084

Internet: www.temc.ca • Sextons’ cell: 416-804-2404, email: sexton@temc.ca

Senior Minister: The Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling, x 234, andrewstirling@temc.caMinister of Pastoral Care: The Rev. Dr. Jean Hunnisett, x 232, jeanhunnisett@temc.caMinister of Congregational Life: The Rev. Dr. David McMaster, x 222, davidmcmaster@temc.caDirector of Property Management: Art Belanger, x 226, artbelanger@temc.caPrincipal Organist: Stephen Boda, x 225, stephenboda@temc.caDirector of Music: Elaine Choi x 227, elainechoi@temc.caDirector of Children’s Ministries Emma McPhie, x 247, emmamcphie@temc.caVoluntary Associate Minister: The Rev. Chris Miller, x 223Manager, Financial Services: Mary Ellen Moore, x 237, maryellenmoore@temc.caManager, Communications: Sonya Swainsbury, x 224, sonyaswainsbury@temc.caSenior Director, Finance & Administration: Keith Townley, x 233, keithtownley@temc.caSenior Officer: Rosemary McLeeseWedding Coordinator: Joanne Leatch, x 230, joanneleatch@temc.ca