March 23, 2025 | St. Andrew's Church, Ottawa | Sunday Worship Service: Third Sunday in Lent

Join us as we delve into the powerful theme of 'Lost and Found', reflecting on heaven's boundless joy over a single sinner who repents. Don't miss the special skit by our Sunday School children who will bring the message to life! Worship with us through hymns, prayer, and music as we come into God's presence during our Lenten journey. 🕊️ 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... _________________ SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT MARCH 23, 2025 — 10:30 AM Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people who need no repentance. Luke 15:7 THE GATHERING: WE COME INTO GOD'S PRESENCE Opening Voluntary Welcome and Announcements — Craig H Hymn 211: Take up your cross “Hesperus” Henry Baker (1835-1910) Words: Charles William Everest (1814-1877) Entry of the Holy Scriptures Call to Worship — Rev. Dr. Karen Dimock Introit: Lent Prose Tone V Plainsong, arranged by Matthew Larkin The Choir of St. Andrew’s — Matthew Larkin, FRCCO, Director Call to Confession — Afua O Prayer of Confession Assurance of Forgiveness WE HEAR GOD'S WORD Hymn 669: And Jesus said our God is like a shepherd “And Jesus said” Joy F. Patterson (1931- ) Words: Gracia Grindal (1943- ) Copyright © Selah Publishing Co., 1994 A Time for Children — Lent Drama Team Storytelling Skit by Rev. Anna Strickland Psalm 27 Prayer for Illumination — Peter L Scripture Reading: Luke 15 : 1-7 Hymn 356: You, Lord, are both lamb and shepherd “Paradox” J. Van Maanen (1958- ) Words: Sylvia G. Dunstan (1955-1993) Copyright © G.I.A. Publications, 1991 Sermon: Lost and Found — Rev. Dr. Karen Dimock WE RESPOND TO GOD'S WORD Anthem: Lord, let me know mine end Maurice Greene (1696-1755) Words: Psalm 39 The Choir of St. Andrew’s — Matthew Larkin, FRCCO, Director Affirmation of Faith Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession The Lord's Prayer Invitation to the Offering Offertory Music: Doxology (830) Prayer of Dedication THE SENDING: WE GO OUT INTO GOD'S WORLD Hymn 660: Prayer is the soul’s sincere desire “Redhead 66” Richard Redhead (1820-1901) Words: James Montgomery (1771-1854) Charge and Benediction Closing Voluntary _________________ ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Prayers by Rev. Sarah Speed/A Sanctified Art LLC/Sanctifiedart.org Cover artwork: Lost and Found by Lisle Gwynne Garrity. Inspired by Luke 15:1-7. Newspaper & gold leaf collage with digital drawing. Copyright © A Sanctified Art. Copyrighted hymns used with permission under ONE LICENSE # 737520-A. All rights reserved. _________________ 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 23, 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