3 in 1 for the week of Sunday, June 7, 2020

Worshipping together from afar

Welcome to 3 in 1

Welcome to 3 in 1 Weekly Worship services, Grace’s online video series, with a new story each week. You will:• Hear or read a story from scripture• Gain new perspectives on the story• Be given three ideas for how you can respond to and engage with the story at

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Please find Worship at: www.gracechurchcalgary.com

Opening PrayerHoly Trinity, in You we find perfect love, and perfect harmony. Help us as we explore the mysteries of our faith. Be with us now and enlighten our understanding. Amen.

This Week’s Reading Matthew 28: 16-20 New Revised Standard VersionNow the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

A Hymn to Lift Our Voices in JoyHymn 299: Holy, Holy, Holy

1. Holy, holy, holy, lord God almighty!Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee.Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty,God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!

2. Holy, holy, holy! All the saints adore thee, Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea,Cherubim and seraphim falling down before thee, Who wert and art and evermore shalt be.

3. Holy, holy, holy! Though the darkness hide thee,Though our eyes in sinfulness thy glory may not see,Only thou art holy; there is none beside thee,Perfect in power, in love and purity.

4. Holy, holy, holy, Lord God almighty!All thy works shall praise thy name in earth and sky and sea.Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty,God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!

Words: Reginald Heber (1783-1826)Music: John Bacchus Dykes (1823-1876); descant, C.S. Lang (1891-1971)

Presbyterian Book of Praise 1997

Perspective and Response #1 Jake Van Pernis

The instructions Jesus gives the disciples contain the words, go, teach, and remember. Think about how you will live into the words go, teach and remember today and in the days ahead and share your reflections with us.

Perspective and Response #2 Maren McLean PersaudWrite a prayer of praise to God using this formula:

1. Start with "God"2. Then write 2 words that describe God 3. Choose 3 “ing" words that God does 4. Write what you want to say to God today 5. A name for God

Perspective and Response #3 Christian Persaud

In our passage Jesus says to, "teach them to obey everything that I have commanded you." One of Jesus' most important teachings is love one another as I have loved you. Over the past week we've seen how important, and difficult, this commandment can be to follow. We are called to love everyone, not just those who think like us, look like us, or act like us. This week respond by helping those working for justice, loving kindness, and are walking humbly with God. Whether it's getting directly involved, or donating to efforts, there are many ways to support and encourage the love Jesus calls us to practice.

Communion

Invitation to the Table

Great Prayer of ThanksgivingGreat God of all the things ... in every time and in every place…Holy, holy, holy Lord,God of power and might,heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is the One who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

And so we thank you ... and as Jesus taught us, we pray together:

Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever.

Amen.

Words of Institution and Breaking Bread

Prayer after CommunionGracious God, may we who have received this sacrament live in the unity of your Holy Spirit, that we may share your gifts with all the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

Closing PrayerHoly Three-in-One we worship and adore You. Live in us, as we live in you, that together Your will may be done on earth as it is in heaven, and all may see glimpses of Your kingdom. Amen.

Call To ActionAs you read or listen to this week’s story, we want to know what thoughts you have and what you are doing to respond. Please respond by:• posting on Facebook and tagging @CalgaryGrace• emailing office@gracecalgary.org Ideas for Responding:• Share any prayer requests you have by filling out the form at https://

gracechurchcalgary.com/pastoral-care/prayer-ministry/• Let Grace know about any podcasts, blogs, or devotionals you are using to develop or

enhance your relationship with God. • Think about the just relationship God calls us into with our neighbours by

being reconcilers. What actions are you taking to follow God’s call to live in just relationships with neighbours?

• Would you like to make a donation? Giving options are outlined at the website including using credit cards, cheques, pre-authorized remittances, or PayPal.

Trust in God’s leading. Remember God’s love for the world. Love the world in Jesus’ name, so your story becomes good news someone else is waiting to receive. Let’s us live in faith and be God’s people in the world. Amen.

Thank-you to everyone who has contributed!

Life and Work at GraceSympathiesOur sincerest sympathies are extended to Elizabeth Cressman and family upon the peaceful passing of William Gardner on June 3. A small service with the family will be held on June 8, and we ask that you please keep Elizabeth and family in your prayers during this time.

Questions on ReopeningGrace is reviewing all current Alberta Health Services requirements, including risk assessments, and will be discerning next steps at the Session meeting on June 8th. At this time, the church building is closed and people should not visit or drop by the church. Entry requires special permission from Support Services Director, Alan Facey.

Thank YouThank you to the volunteers who are pancake flipping for the videos that will form part of our Virtual Stampede Breakfast. Yahoo!

Walk and Pray with the PCC ModeratorThe Rev. Amanda Currie, Moderator of the General Assembly of the PCC, will be walking and praying each day for the congregations and ministries across Canada.Grace Calgary will be prayed for by the Moderator and all those of us who are walking “virtually” with her on Tuesday, June 9.The Prayer for Grace:Pray for all affected by COVID-19 and pray for the congregation and leadership of Grace Church that we may all consider how to carry out our mandate as missional church, transforming lives through God’s grace.Please visit the PCC website below to walk with her:https://presbyterian.ca/gao/moderator/#talkwithmoderator

Vision: Transforming lives through God’s grace

Mission: Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we grow disciples of Jesus Christ to love our neighbours and effect social change.

Phone: 403.244.5861 Address: 1009 - 15th Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0S5 Email: office@gracecalgary.org Website: www.gracechurchcalgary.com Twitter/Facebook: @calgarygrace

MinistersThe Rev. Mark Tremblay Interim Moderator

The Rev. Maren McLean Persaud Associate Minister, Children and Youth

The Rev. Jake Van Pernis Associate Minister, Engagement and Service

The Rev. Christian Persaud Interim Pastoral Care Leader

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