Order of Service31 May 2015

TRINITY SUNDAY

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 Knox.

Toilets are available through the door on the lectern side of the sanctuary.

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

MAY ITS FLAME SHINE WITH GOD’S GLORY.MAY IT KINDLE THE SMOKE OF ISAIAH’S VISION.MAY IT SPEAK TO US OF GOD BLESSING OUR LIPSTHAT WE MIGHT SPEAK GOD’S PRAISE.

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

Hymn:Bunessan Gaelic melody

1. This day God gives mestrength of high heaven,sun and moon shining,flame in my hearth,

flashing of lightning,wind in its swiftness,deeps of the ocean,firmness of earth.

2. This day God sends mestrength to sustain me,might to uphold me,wisdom as guide.Your eyes are watchful,your ears are listening,your lips are speaking,friend at my side.

3. God’s way is my way,God’s shield is round me,God’s host defends me,saving from ill.Angels of heaven,drive from me alwaysall that would harm me,stand by me still.

4. Rising, I thank you,mighty and strong One,king of creation,giver of rest,firmly confessingthree-ness of persons,oneness of Godhead,trinity blest.

James Quinn (1919-2010), alt.

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 TRIALAND 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.

If there are younger ones presentA Conversation with the Younger Ones

Young People’s Blessing:Young ones, go to your worship with our blessing.TAKE OUR FAITH AND HOPE;MAKE NEW THINGS WITH WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN.MAY GOD BLESS AND GROW YOU.AMEN.

Young ones are welcome to move through to the Sala del Sol (upstairs in the Knox Centre) for well supervised, faith-based youth activities.The First Lesson: Isaiah 6: 1-8

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

The Second Lesson: Romans 8: 12-17

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

Hymn:Winchester New William Henry Havergal (1793-1870)

1. God is the refuge of the saints,when storms of sharp distress invade;ere we can offer our complaints,behold him present with his aid!

2. Let mountains from their seats be hurleddown to the deep, and buried there,convulsions shake the solid world,our faith shall never yield to fear.

3. Loud may the troubled ocean roar,in sacred peace our souls abide,while every nation, every shore,trembles and dreads the swelling tide.

4. There is a stream, whose gentle flowmakes glad the city of our God,life, love and joy still gliding through,and watering our divine abode.

5. That sacred stream, thy holy word,our grief allays, our fear controls;sweet peace thy promises afford,and give new strength to fainting souls.

Isaac Watts (1674-1748)Sermon: Glimpsing God

Generally, sermons are posted on our website shortly after the service at: http://www.knoxchurch.co.nz/sermons.htmlHard copies of the sermons are available before and after the service – ask the person at the door.

Music for Reflection

Hymn:Southwell Melody from William Damon’s ‘Psalms’, 1579

1. O day of God, draw nighin beauty and in power,come with your timeless judgment nowto match our present hour.

3. Bring justice to our landthat all may dwell secure,and firmly build for days to comefoundations that endure

2. Bring to our troubled minds,uncertain and afraid,the quiet of a steadfast faith,calm of a call obeyed.

4. Bring to our world of strifeyour sovereign word of peace,that war may haunt the earth no moreand desolation cease.

5. O day of God, draw nighas at creation's birth;let there be light again, and set your judgments in the earth.

Robert Balgarnie Young Scott (1899-1987)Prayers for Others and Ourselvesled by Bob Fendall

The Offering and DedicationWe stand for the dedication of the Offering

Notices

Hymn:Nicaea John Bacchus Dykes (1823-1876)

1. Holy, holy, holy, God the almighty!Early in the morning we praise your majesty:Holy, holy, holy! - merciful and mighty,God in three persons, blessed Trinity.

2. Holy, holy, holy! Saints adore you truly,Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea;Cherubim and seraphim bow before you only,from the beginning, God eternally.

3. Holy, holy, holy! - though we know but dimly,though the eyes of human-kind your glory may not see;you alone are holy, you alone are worthyPerfect in power, in love and purity.

4. Holy, holy, holy, God the almighty!All your works shall praise your name, in earth and sky and sea,Holy, holy, holy! - merciful and mighty,God in three persons, blessed Trinity.

Reginald Heber (1783-1826), alt.Benediction and Sung Amen

Postlude

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

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

Bible reading for next weekThe reading for next week’s service is likely to be:

2 Corinthians 4:13 – 5:1

Knox Directory28 Bealey Ave, Christchurch 8013

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

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

Secretary: Diane Harrington,ph. (03) 379 2456

Visit our websitewww.knoxchurch.co.nz

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

minister@knoxchurch.co.nz

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

Organist: Daniel Cooper,organist@knoxchurch.co.nz

Pastoral Assistant: Jan Harlandph. 0273560215

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The Choir of Christ's College Cambridge

Knox is hosting the Choir of Christ's College Cambridge, UK, for its Christchurch concert at 7:30pm on 15 July. The 28 member, mixed voice choir is considered one of Cambridge's finest and has toured the world extensively. Admission to the concert is by door sale ($25.00 adult, $20.00 concession) on the night.

NOTICES This Week: 31 May 2015 –6 June 2015Today 10.00 am Morning Worship.Wednesday 10.00 am Bible Study in committee room

Next Week: 7 June 2015 – 13 June 2015Sunday 10.00 am Morning Worship.

7.00 pm Newcomers evening at Knox.- see belowWednesday 10.00 am Bible Study in committee room

Help Revive our Sunday School - If you are able to help inspire our young people by reading stories, doing craftwork, or playing games, join our Sunday School teaching roster. Please help our Sunday School thrive. Contact Abby Bills-Strange at 3562577 abbyandalan@xtra.co.nzDo spread the word to other interested families.

Newcomers evening at KnoxAll newcomers at Knox are warmly invited to come along to the lounge on Sunday 7 June to join a casual social opportunity to meet with other Knox people.  Come at 7pm and we will provide dessert and tea/coffee to enjoy while we all chat.  Some invitations have already been sent.   If you are new to Knox and have not been asked but would like to join us, please contact Janet Wilson (338 7203 janetwilson@clear.net.nz

Congregational meeting A brief congregational meeting will be held immediately after the morning service on Sunday 21 June in order to approve the budget for the financial year 2015-2016.   Copies of the budget will be made available beforehand.

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

Knox Presbyterian Church

BUDGET for the Year ended 30 June 2016Annual Year End AnnualBudge

t Forecast Budget

2014/15 2015/16

Income Grants & Donations Donations Received 0 6,165 6,000 Knox Trust Income 0 792 0 Specified Donations 0 920 0 Sundry Income 400 40 0 Total Grants & Donations 400 7,917 6,000

Investment Income Interest - General 12,000 10,861 8,000 Interest - Spec Funds & Reserves 28,000 30,030 31,000 Interest Received 0 1,124 500 Total Investment Income 40,000 42,015 39,500

Offerings Offerings - Direct Credit 32,000 38,839 46,000 Offerings - Envelopes 12,500 14,432 14,000 Offerings - Open 10,000 19,334 20,000 Special Offerings 0 1,212 0 Total Offerings 54,500 73,817 80,000

Property Income Rents - Car Park 10,000 30,860 47,970 Rents - Church 0 4,747 10,000 Rents - Knox Centre 36,000 24,079 24,000 Rents - Manse 3,883 3,873 3,960 Rents - Townhouse 22,500 20,435 22,500 Tenants - Electricity (Knox Centre) 3,000 1,889 0 Tenants - Rates (Knox Centre) 1,239 534 0 Total Property Income 76,622 86,418 108,430

Total Income 171,522 210,166 233,930

Less Operating Expenses

Ministry Expenses Ministry 72,144 69,317 73,154 Relief Minister 952 948 960 Worship Expenses 1,000 673 1,000 Youth Ministry 500 500 500

Total Ministry Expenses 74,596 71,439 75,614

Operating Expenses contd Annual Year End AnnualBudget Forecast Budget2014/15 2015/16

Parish Costs ACC Levies 500 500 500 Accountancy Fees 2,650 4,240 3,100 Administration Expenses 18,034 18,250 20,000 Assembly Assessment 22,500 15,999 20,000 Audit Fees 3,000 3,000 3,000 Bank Charges 200 156 160 Bibles & Books 1,200 614 600 Christian Education 200 200 200 Computer Expenses 200 219 500 Donations 12,500 14,312 2,500 Flowers 500 103 500 Functions & Seminars 500 1,433 500 General Expenses 0 208 300 Legal Expenses 1,000 1,806 1,000 Newsletters & Publications 1,000 1,094 1,000 Organ Insurance & Maintenance 4,317 4,074 3,945 Organist Salary 0 3,497 7,800 Parish Costs 1,000 3,412 2,500 Pianists 4,160 800 0 Presbytery Levies 2,532 1,987 2,000 Print, Copy, Post & Stationery 2,200 6,959 6,500 Sundry admin expenses 1,000 890 1,000 Telephone & Internet 1,600 1,732 1,800 Valuation Fees 1,000 0 1,000 Website 500 1,317 1,300 Total Parish Costs 82,293 86,803 81,705

Property Expenses Car Park - Maintenance 2,000 2,000 2,000 Car Park - Rates 10,103 8,876 9,612 Church - Insurance 18,500 13,645 17,416 Church - Repairs & Maintenance 0 2,460 2,000 Electricity 6,500 8,579 8,837 Hall - Insurance & Rates 18,509 20,272 18,593 Hall - Repairs & Maintenance 10,000 13,051 16,480 Manse 26,000 26,000 26,000 Manse - Phone 720 551 510 Manse - Insurance & Rates 1,330 852 0 Manse - Repairs & Maintenance 0 661 0 Townhouse - Insurance & Rates 3,421 3,179 3,247 Townhouse - Repairs & Maintenance 500 173 500 Total Property Expenses 97,583 100,299 105,194

Total Operating Expenses 254,472 258,540 262,513

Operating Deficit prior to Depreciation (82,950) (48,374) (28,583)