March 5, 2025 | St. Andrew's Church, Ottawa | A Liturgy for Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday is a time for remembering, a time to make things right again, both in us and in the world. The ashes are the way we say “Yes” to God and to life. 🕊️ Be Part of Our Worship Community: Experience the peace and joy of coming together in God's presence. Whether you're seeking spiritual nourishment, a sense of community, or simply a moment of tranquility, our service welcomes all. At St. Andrew's Church, we deepen our relationship with God, each other and the world, through Jesus Christ, by building connections, growing in faith, and serving others. 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest services and events. Don't miss out on this enriching worship experience! ONLINE DONATIONS: https://www.standrewsottawa.ca/one-ti... _________________ A LITURGY FOR ASH WEDNESDAY MARCH 5, 2025 — 10:30 AM And Jesus said to him, ‘Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head. Luke 9:58 Opening Voluntary Call to Worship — Rev. Dr. Karen Dimock Introit: O taste and see R. Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) Words: Psalm 34:8 Opening Response Hymn 637: Take my life, and let it be consecrated “Lübeck” Freylinghausen (1704) Words: F. R. Havergal (1836-1879) Call to Confession Prayer of Confession Psalm 51: Sung responsively (Refrain and Tone 2) Scriptures: Luke 9:51-62 Anthem: Lord, for thy tender mercies sake attr. to Richard Farrant, 16th century Meditation: Intention and Action Three Prayers for Ash Wednesday Imposition of Ashes: Lent Prose (Attende, Domine) Tone V Plainsong Melody arranged by Matthew Larkin Assurance of God’s Love Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession The Lord's Prayer Hymn 205: O love, how deep, how broad, how high “Puer nobis nascitur” 15th. C. Melody arr. M. Praetorius (1571-1621) Words: From Latin 15th C. Affirmation of Faith Benediction Closing Voluntary _________________ ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Prayers by Rev. Sarah Speed/A Sanctified Art LLC/Sanctifiedart.org Three prayers for Ash Wednesday by Jan Sutch Pickard “Eggs and ashes”. Wild Goose Publications. The Iona Community. 2007. Copyrighted hymns used with permission under ONE LICENSE #737520-A. All rights reserved. Cover artwork: Toward Jerusalem by Lauren Wright Pittman. Inspired by Luke 9:51-62. Digital painting. Copyright a Sanctified Art. _________________ At St. Andrew’s we value belonging, connection, discipleship and our location in the centre of Ottawa. It is a place to call home. All are welcome here. Our church is a sanctuary where you can experience the grace and peace of God, feel supported and find courage and strength. We worship each week on Sundays at 10:30 am and our services can be joined online. Whether you are visiting from out of town, looking for a new church home, or simply curious to learn more about St. Andrew’s, please visit our website to find out more: https://www.standrewsottawa.ca/im-new ONLINE DONATIONS: https://www.standrewsottawa.ca/one-ti... Your financial gift will help host worship services, offer people pastoral care, provide gathering places for community organizations, share God’s word and so much more. Your generosity is a blessing. _________________ LIVE-STREAMED | MARCH 5, 2025 St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Ottawa 82 Kent Street, Ottawa, Ontario, CANADA CONNECT WITH OUR CHURCH ►► Web: https://www.standrewsottawa.ca ►► YouTube:    / @standrewspresbyterianottawa   ►► Facebook:   / standrewsottawa   ►► Music as Sanctuary Concert Series:    / @standrewsottawa-concerts