DANFORTH MENNONITE CHURCH
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Danforth Mennonite Church
May 12, 2024
Order of Service
Scripture: Psalm 100
Welcome
Call to Worship – VT #864
Hymn: VT #95 – Praise The Lord, Sing Hallelujah
Announcements
Giving thanks for our gifts
Hymn: VT #437 – The Lord is my light
Prayers of the people
Hymn: VT #685 – O Lord, Hear My Prayer
Scripture Reading: Psalm 100
Sermon: When My Heart Needs A Song
HWB #581 – Take Thou My Hand O Father
# 5 – There is a Place of Quiet Rest
#275 – O Beautiful Star of Bethlehem
video – Does Jesus Care
Closing Hymn: HWB #580 – My Life Flows On
Benediction
Leading Us in Worship
Message Elvira, Robert, Linda & Dalton
Call to Worship Robert J.
Song Leader Ed F.
Musicians Roger H. (piano), Ray W. (tuba)
Greeters Leslie S., Tessa R.
Zoom Host Bonnie W.
A/V Technician Mike D.
The hymn of the month: VT 437 The Lord is my light
Adult Discussion class
The Inside Scoop on Jack:
For this Sunday you are invited to view a YouTube interview with Jack at his book launch (1hr). This is an excellent way to experience the author, the main ideas of his book and some of the people that were impacted by his ministry. Enjoy!
Quotes: Please pause the video and jot down a few quotes that strike you. See link below and see you all on Sunday.
Call to Worship
VT #864
Leader: We offer thanksgiving to our Creator,
recalling that Christ is the center of creation
and our lives as Christians.
As we face east, the direction of the rising sun,
we offer thanks for the gifts of the tree world
and for new beginnings.
All: Help us to be honest with you and others
and to be wise and just in our use of the resources of the earth.
We give thanks to you, O God.
Leader: As we face south, where we receive warmth,
we offer thanks for the gifts of the animal world
and for the call to be humble.
All: Enable us to walk good paths,
to live as family should,
and, with you, to renew the face of the earth.
We give thanks to you, O God.
Leader: As we face west, where we receive teachings of faith,
we offer thanks for the gifts of the rock world
and the purifying and fruitful waters.
All: Sustain us and the earth through your Holy Spirit,
and give us faith as strong as the rock.
We give thanks to you, O God.
Leader: As we face north, the direction of wind and snow,
we offer thanks for the plant world,
and for kindness and wisdom.
All: Breathe your strength and endurance into us,
and give us wisdom to treat each other with kindness.
We give thanks to you, O God.
Leader: As we face centre,
From above comes the unconditional love of God.
From the earth comes the gift of life.
All: We give thanks for love like the wings of the eagle.
We dedicate our lives to you, our Creator and Savior.
As we walk on this earth, may we learn together
and celebrate the way of peace, harmony, and tranquility.
We give thanks to you, O God.
Scripture Reading
Psalm 100 – for giving grateful praise
1 Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth.
2 Worship the Lord with gladness;
come before him with joyful songs.
3 Know that the Lord is God.
It is he who made us, and we are his;
we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.
4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving
and his courts with praise;
give thanks to him and praise his name.
5 For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;
his faithfulness continues through all generations.
DANFORTH ANNOUNCEMENTS
We need to replenish our Little Library.
Drop off your books in the cart in the lower lobby.
Please – no oversize books.
thanks
Treasurer’s Report: We received $6,772 in offerings in April. Our budget calls for $8,114 each month in offerings. Due partly to the absence of a paid Pastor we now have a $18,312 operating surplus. In April there was $200 donated to the Food Bank Fund. There was also an additional $50 donation in memory of Salome Harrison which has been placed in the Professional Development Fund. The Benevolence Fund received another $405 in donations. There was an approved $1800 disbursement from the Benevolence Fund in April for a financial crisis situation. This need was identified by the Ministry Support Team and the Benevolence Fund Policy was used as guidance for this assistance. The Benevolence Fund now has $101 remaining and new donations to the fund are encouraged. Our goal, as stated in the policy, is to have a minimum of $2,000 in the fund for future situations of need. Donations to Danforth Mennonite Church are always welcome through Sunday morning offerings, mailed cheques or email transfers at dmmc2174@gmail.com. Please contact Roger H. if you would like to join the monthly giving program which happens through bank transfers on the 15th of each month. Thank you to all for your generous support for the work of our church.
Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage and DMC
On May 11 & 12, dozens of Christians & people of faith will embark on a Prayer Pilgrimage across Toronto. If you are interested in joining at any time, we are walking, rolling & singing across Bloor, Danforth Ave & Kingston Road from Etobicoke to the Rouge Hill GO Station over 2 days.
Our objectives are:
- Enduring and Sustained Ceasefire.
- Immediate flow of life-saving food, water, fuel and humanitarian assistance.
- Release of all captives.
- End all arms transfers to Israel.
- End of occupation so a just peace can begin.
We ask each participant to adhere to our Core Convictions:
https://www.gazaceasefirepilgrimage.com/core-convictions
All info & a registration page are at
https://www.kairoscanada.org/event/toronto-gaza-ceasefire-pilgrimage.
Sponsorships to raise money for charities assisting people in Gaza are encouraged. https://www.kairoscanada.org/gaza-ceasefire-pilgrimage/middle-east-partners
Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage walkers will arrive from East Lynn Park to DMC at approximately 10:45 am on Sunday, May 12 for a brief stop.
A table will be set up outside the front door with some coffee, cups and a pitcher of water. Walkers will be invited to use the lower level washrooms as needed. Helping out with this are Dalton, Ray, and Leslie. So far, those registered to walk from East Lynn Park to DMC are Anne R., Leslie and Fazal S., and Murray L.
Thanks to all who are assisting. We ask for prayers for the walkers and a permanent Ceasefire in Gaza and the return of all hostages/prisoners to their families in Gaza and Israel/Palestine
Men’s (and women) breakfast before the
Annual Church Cleaning
Saturday, May 11, 2024
There will be a
Pot-Luck finger food
breakfast before the cleaning project.
8:30 a.m. setup for breakfast
9:00 a.m. breakfast
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. church cleaning
If you haven’t attended the church Spring Cleaning event in the past, it’s very simple – a list of chores is left on the table, you select what you will do and then get to it.
If you wish to forego the breakfast, you are welcome to get started earlier than 10:00 a.m. The trustees thank you for your participation. And thanks to the Men’s breakfast group for hosting us!
Worship Schedule reminder
May 19
Message: Cedric M.
Worship leader Cindy R.
Song Leader Kathy W.
Musicians Bonnie W. (piano), Ray W. (tuba)
Greeters Leslie S., Tessa R.
ZOOM host Mike D.
A/V Tech Don B.
May 26
Message: Carol O.
Worship leader Bonnie W.
Song Leader Bonnie W.
Musicians Kathy W. (piano), Ray W. (tuba)
Greeters Dalton & Carol J.
ZOOM host Mike D.
A/V Tech Roger H.
Doors Open Toronto
May 25 & 26
Explore Toronto’s architectural, historical, cultural and socially significant buildings for free during the Doors Open weekend. This year’s theme is hidden histories. Uncover untold stories from across the city through a variety of open house experiences, engaging tours and insightful talks.
This will be DMC’s second year participating in Doors Open Toronto. Last year there were 235 people coming through our doors. This year we are expecting more people as we gear our weekend to family activities, thanks to Theatre of the Beat and our 128th Girl Guide Troupe.
We enjoyed the hymn sign last year and are doing it again on the Saturday afternoon. If you would like to join us in the singing, please add your name to the sign-up sheet.
We need volunteers as greeters in the lower lobby, upper lobby, the sanctuary and the fellowship hall. If you’re not up to speed on our history, no worries. We have handouts with the information.
Sign up sheets are on the bulletin board.
Ladies Walking group
On Tuesday, May 14, we will be meeting at Taylor Creek Park (off Dawes Road).
An email will go out on Monday May 13 to confirm the place and time.
If you need to be picked up or dropped off, please check in with fellow walkers or email Bonnie.
WIDER CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Join us at the 58th New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale
May 24 & 25,
New Hamburg Fairgrounds
Get ready for a weekend of excitement at the New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale! Join us for a fantastic time filled with fun, food, and the chance to reconnect with old friends while making new ones. Mark your calendars for Friday evening and Saturday as we kick off the festivities! Don’t let this chance slip by to immerse yourself in community spirit and lend your support to MCC. Visit nhmrs.com for all the details. See you there!
New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale
You are invited to worship with the St. Clair O’Connor Community. Your presence and support are appreciated. 7:00 p.m. May 19 - Hymn Sing
In summary, upcoming events
At Danforth
May
11 Men’s breakfast
11 DMC Spring Cleaning
14 Ladies walking group
21 Ladies walking group
25/26 Doors Open Toronto
28 Ladies walking group
Wider Church
May
11/12 Gaza Pilgrimage walk – stop at DMC
19 SCOC hymn sing
24/25 New Hamburg MCC Mennonite relief sale