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   Southwest Norfolk Pastoral Charge of The United Church of Canada                                                               Pastor   Rev. Ted Smith  519-861-9273                                                                                       VAM: Rev. Sheena Marini  519-428-6770                                                                        Office Administrator: Leslie Pettinger 519-688-4050                               swnpc@yahoo.ca          www.superherofaith.com

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WE GATHER AS GOD’S BELOVED 

GREETINGS AND WELCOME

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CENTERING MOMENT AND COLLECT 

INTROIT: “What can I do? What can I bring? What can I say? What can I sing? I’ll sing with joy. I’ll say a prayer. I’ll bring my love. I’ll do my share.”    (MV# 191 used with permission) 

CALL TO WORSHIP  (Responsive)

The disciples were hiding in fear, and Jesus came and breathed on them saying, “Receive the Holy Spirit.”

Lord Jesus, breathe on me; give me strength today. Holy Spirit, work in me. For this I pray.

We are Easter people! We follow the risen Christ and are filled with God’s Spirit.

Lord Jesus, breathe on me; give me strength today. Holy Spirit, work in me. For this I pray.

Throughout our lives, as we follow Jesus, our faith grows, and we are strengthened.

Lord Jesus, breathe on me; give me strength today. Holy Spirit, work in me. For this I pray. 

All sing: This Is the Day            VU# 175 

A PRAYER FOR RENEWAL: Easter God, when we hide in fear come to us once again and remind us that we need not be afraid when we are in your presence. Strengthen us as Easter people to live our faith each day and show by example the new life you give. Amen.

THE PRAYER OF JESUS 

WORDS OF ASSURANCE: Our Creator is a forgiving God, who seeks our good and wishes to journey with us. From the four directions the Creator fills us with the virtues of inner strength, generosity, respect, and wisdom. Thanks be to you, Source of Life. Amen. 

MINUTE FOR MISSION 

AN INVITATION TO LISTEN

Acts Reading                   Acts 2: 14, 22 - 32           

 Ministry of Music

Gospel Reading:            John 20: 19 - 31           

All sing: You Tell Me That the Lord Is Risen             VU# 185 

MESSAGE: “Breath of Hope” 

PRAYERS FOR THE PEOPLE 

OFFERING/ OFFERTORY 

All sing: The Day of Resurrection        VU# 164 

COMMISSIONING AND BENEDICTION

Choral Closing: “Halle! Halle! Halle! (VU # 958).

____________________________________________________________  The South West Norfolk Pastoral Charge is a faith community empowered and inspired by the Holy Spirit following the teachings of Jesus Christ shown by our actions and deeds.

VWe have been asked & now offer 3 Easy ways to receive your Tithes & Offerings.....

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