Knox ChurchChristchurch

Order of Service19 October 2014

THE CHRISTIAN CITIZEN?

WELCOME TO KNOXKnox Church is a congregation within the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand. We aim to create Christian community in which people of all

ages, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds and socio-economic situations are included as equally valued participants in our congregational life. We cherish our diversity, offering a safe place of belonging to any who wish to

explore their beliefs in an atmosphere promoting discussion, the development of healthy relationships and spiritual growth. We strive to be open to dialogue and shared experiences with people of other faiths. We enjoy worshipping the God made known in Jesus, endeavouring to do so in ways that are relevant to our daily lives, respect the integrity of creation, and make a positive difference

to our wider world.

A loop system for hearing aids operates at KnoxToilets are available on the ground floor of the Knox Centre

The Call to Worship:We light a candle in the name of Jesus Christ, the Light of the world.

JESUS, ADMINISTERED BY PONTIUS PILATE,FREE IN GOD;JESUS, WHOSE PEOPLE PAY TAXES TO CAESAR,BUT ARE CITIZENS OF HIGHEST HEAVEN.

Kia noho a Ihowa ki a koutou. God be with you.MA IHOWA KOE E MANAAKI. GOD BLESS YOU.

Hymn:Guiting Power John Barnard (b. 1948)

1. Christ triumphant, ever reigning,Saviour, Master, King!Lord of heaven, our lives sustaining,hear us as we sing:Yours the glory and the crown,the high renown, the eternal name!

2. Word incarnate, truth revealing,Son of Man on earth!Power and majesty concealingby your humble birth:Yours the glory and the crown . . .

3. Suffering servant, scorned, ill-treated,victim crucified!Death is through the cross defeated,sinners justified:Yours the glory and the crown . . .

4. Priestly king, enthroned for everhigh in heaven above!Sin and death and hell shall neverstifle hymns of love:Yours the glory and the crown . . .

5. So, our hearts and voices raisingthrough the ages long,ceaselessly upon you gazing,this shall be our song:Yours the glory and the crown . . .

Michael Saward (b. 1932)

Prayer of Approach. . . Lord have mercy.

CHRIST HAVE MERCY.Lord have mercy.

Assurance and Response. . . In the name of Christ I say to you:

You are forgiven and you are free.THANKS BE TO GOD.

Prayer of Supplication:

. . . OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN, HALLOWED BE YOUR NAME;YOUR KINGDOM COME, YOUR WILL BE DONE,ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN.GIVE US TODAY OUR DAILY BREAD.FORGIVE US OUR SINSAS 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 YOURSNOW AND FOR EVER. AMEN.

The Passing of the PeaceKia tau tonu te rangimarie o te Ariki ki a koutou.The peace of Christ be with you all.

A KI A KOE ANO HOKI;AND ALSO WITH YOU.

We exchange a sign of peace with one another.

A Conversation with the Younger Ones

The First Lesson: Psalm 96:1-9

In this is the Word of God.THANKS BE TO GOD.

Knox Singers: O Lord, give thy Holy SpiritThomas Tallis (c.1505-1585)

Gospel Lesson: Matthew 22:15-22

This is the gospel of Christ.PRAISE TO CHRIST THE WORD.

Hymn:Tredegar Guthrie Foote (1897-1972)

1. God of freedom, God of justice,You whose love is strong as death,You who saw the dark of prison,You who know the price of faith,Touch our world of sad oppressionWith your Spirit’s healing breath.

2. Rid the earth of torture’s terror,You whose hands were nailed to wood;Hear the cries of pain and protest,You who shed the tears and blood;Move in us the power of pityRestless for the common good.

3. Make in us a captive conscienceQuick to hear, to act, to plead;Make us truly sisters, brothersOf whatever race or creed -Teach us to be fully human,Open to each other’s need.

Shirley Murray (b. 1931)

The Sermon: Religion and Politics: towards a four point manifesto

Music for Reflection

Hymn:Irish Collection of Hymns and Sacred Poems, 1749

1. “Thy kingdom come!” - on bended kneethe passing ages pray;and faithful souls have yearned to seeon earth that kingdom’s day.

2. But the slow watches of the nightnot less to God belong;and for the everlasting rightthe silent stars are strong.

3. And lo! already on the hillsthe flags of dawn appear;gird up yourselves, ye prophet souls,proclaim the day is near:

4. The day in whose clear shining lightall wrong shall stand revealed,when justice shall be throned with might,and every hurt be healed:

5. When knowledge, hand in hand with peace,shall walk the earth abroad,the day of perfect righteousness,the promised day of God.

Frederick Lucian Hosmer (1840-1929)

Prayers for Others and Ourselvesled by Liz Baxendine

The Offering and DedicationWe stand for the dedication of the Offering

NoticesHymn:Warrington Ralph Harrison (1748-1810)

1. Jesus shall reign where'er the sundoes its successive journeys run;his kingdom stretch from shore to shore,till moons shall wax and wane no more.

2. For him shall endless prayer be made,and praises throng to crown his head;his name like sweet perfume shall risewith every morning sacrifice.

3. People and realms of every tonguedwell on his love with sweetest song;and infant voices shall proclaimtheir early blessings on his name.

4. Blessings abound where'er he reigns:the prisoner leaps to lose his chains:the weary find eternal rest:and all who suffer want are blest.

5. Let every creature rise and bringthe highest honours to our King,angels descend with songs again,and earth repeat the long amen.

Isaac Watts (1674-1748), alt.

Benediction and Sung Amen

Postlude

Tea and coffee are served in the Lounge following the morning service

Music printed in this order of service is coveredunder a music copyright licence agreement: LicenSing #604802

Annual General Meeting of Knox ChurchFollowing the morning service, you are invited to enjoy morning tea and coffee in the Lounge. Following a brief time of gathering, those wishing to attend the

Annual General Meeting of the congregation will be encouraged to return to the Hall (with unconsumed tea and coffee in hand).

Following the Annual General Meeting, a brief “service of first purpose” will be held in the new church. A short order of service, with congregational

responses is printed on the opposite page.

Two options for this afternoon

Prayers for World Peacean Interfaith Event

Hosted byChristchurch Interfaith Society

2:00pm – 3:00pmat the Peace Bell,

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Kirkin’ of the Tartana Scottish heritage event

Hosted by Canterbury Scottish Heritage Council

2:00pmat St Andrew’s, Rangi Ruru

Preacher: Rev. Dr Matthew Jack

Bible readings for next weekThe readings for next week’s service are likely to be:

Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 (Paul’s presence among

the Thessalonians was like that of a nurse tenderly caring for her own children. Paul shares not only the gospel with them, but also his own self.)

Simple Service of First PurposeThe almost complete Knox Church building is soon to host some community

events. Noting that buildings on this site principally have been for the purpose of worship since 1880, Church Council wants the first event in the new building to be one of Christian devotion. A formal service of dedication is planned for 1st

February 2015. Today’s simple service is about the “people of the place” asserting faith as the new building’s first purpose.

Greeting:

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,and the community of the Holy Spirit be with you all.AND ALSO WITH YOU.

Brief NarrativeReading: Psalm 84

Prayer

Hymn:Old 100th Melody from Genevan Psalter 1551

1. All people that on earth do dwell,sing out your faith with cheerful voice:delight in God whose praise you tell;whose presence calls your to rejoice.

2. Enter the sacred gates with praise,with joy approach the temple walls;extol and bless our God always,as people whom the Spirit calls.

3. Proclaim again that God is good;whose mercy is for ever sure;whose truth at all times firmly stood,and shall from age to age endure.

William Kethe (d.1594) alt.

Aaronic Blessing

Knox Directory28 Bealey Ave, Christchurch 8013

ph. (03) 379 2456,fax (03) 379 2466

office@knoxchurch.co.nzOffice hours: Mon-Fri 9.00am-

noonSecretary: Diane Harrington,

ph. (03) 379 2456

Minister: Rev. Dr Matthew Jackph. (03) 3570 111,

minister@knoxchurch.co.nz

Session Clerk: Janet Wilson,ph. (03) 338 7203

Organist: Daniel Cooper,beginning 2 November,

organist@knoxchurch.co.nz

Visit our websitewww.knoxchurch.co.nz

NOTICES

This Week: 19 October 2014 –25 October 2014Today 10.00 am Morning Worship

11.00 am AGMMonday 7.30 pm Knox Fireside meets in lounge. All welcome.

7.30 pm 2014 Quaker Lecture – see belowWednesday 10.00 am Bible Study in committee roomThursday 5.30 pm Presbyterian Support AGM

Next Week: 26 October 2014 – 1 November 2014Sunday 10.00 am Morning WorshipWednesday 10.00 am Bible Study in committee room

The 2014 Quaker Lecture – Standing in this PlaceIssues for Pakeha working with Maori, presented by David James,Jillian Wychel, Linda Wilson and Murray Short. Monday 20th October at 7.30 pm at Transitional Cathedral, Latimer Square. Free Entry. All welcome. Enquiries 359 3478.

Book CornerOn Sunday 9 November, after the service, 11.20 – 12.20 pm, a book discussion will focus on the Great War 100th Anniversary (11 November Remembrance Day). Len Pierce will share his reading of Sebastian Foulkes novel ‘Birdsong’ and supply a list of current fiction on the impact of WWI on families, treatment of wounded etc. People might share their stories of how the war impacted – photos, medals, letters etc.

Baking for ChristmasAs we did last year we will do baking for Christmas with all proceeds going to the rebuild. There will be Christmas Cakes small 10cm, medium 15cm, large 22-23 cm, Truffles, Afghans and Shortbread made by Doug Shaw.

HOW CAN YOU HELP All recipes and some ingredients will be given, can you make Christmas cakes, truffles? Donation of money to go towards the ingredients, seek and collect orders.

TIMETABLEOctober – order forms readyOctober 30th – all order forms to be returnedNovember – make Christmas cakes and trufflesNovember 29th – in the morning pack baking

If you can help in any way please contactJanet Wilson janetwilson@clear.net.nz 338 7203Di in the Office office@knoxchurch.co.nz 379 2456

Extra order forms can be obtained from the Church Office or from the table in the foyer.

 

Knox church values the support of all who are involved in our community’s life. For those who wish to contribute financially, charitable donations are eligible for a tax

rebate of 33%. Options are available for giving; for information please contact our Donation Secretary, Janet Wilson, ph 338 7203, email janetwilson@clear.net.nz