November 5th, 2023
23rd Sunday after Pentecost
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

Prelude
Introit: Holy, Holy, Holy
Welcome
Call to Worship
M: In a world filled with violence and war,
P: we gather together to celebrate the promise of peace.
M: In a world filled with tyranny and oppression,
P: we gather together to celebrate the promise of justice for all.
M: Our hope is in the name of the Almighty God,
P: the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer of heaven and earth. Amen.

The National Anthem: O Canada ……………………… # 833
Prayer of Remembrance
Choir Anthem: Let There Be Peace On Earth
Act of Remembrance:
The Honour Roll of St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Kemptville; St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Oxford Mills; and St. Matthew’s Presbyterian Church, East Oxford.
LAST POST, A MINUTE OF SILENCE; REVEILLE
PRAYER (In Unison)
Loving God, have mercy on your people, and open our hearts to peace and love. Reward all who have died for our country, and grant that Canada and all nations may continue to work for justice and peace. Bless us in our service, and help us to follow your Son, Jesus Christ, who is our Savior and our Lord, forever and ever. Amen.
Hymn: Eternal Father, Strong to Save ………………… #325
Prayer of Illumination
Responsive Reading: Living Faith P. 25 “World Peace” # 8.5
Scripture Reading: John 10:7-18
Sermon: “Chess and Christianity”
Call to Offering
Doxology: Praise God from whom All Blessings Flow
Prayer of Dedication
Announcements
Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession
Hymn: O God, Our Help in Ages Past …………………. # 330
Commissioning and Benediction
Choral Response: Amen
Postlude