WE’RE GLAD YOU’VE JOINED US TODAY.

WHO WE ARE.

• We are a community of city-centred, gospel-focused people striving to serve and renew Toronto through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

WHO WE WELCOME.

• We welcome people of all races, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds and faiths – both religious and irreligious.

WHO WE BELIEVE IN.

• We believe Christ is relevant to every person in every situation, and we want to help you discover him.

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GOD CALLS

CALL TO WORSHIP

—based on Psalm 91:2; Romans 10:9, 13

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LEADER:

Let us worship God.

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ALL:

“He is our refuge and our fortress,

our God, in whom we trust.”

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LEADER:

Let us confess with our mouths, “Jesus is Lord,”

and believe in our hearts that God raised him from the dead.

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ALL:

“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

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LEADER:

Let us call upon our true God, believing him in our hearts,

confessing him with our mouths, worshiping him in spirit and in truth.

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SONG - A MIGHTY FORTRESS

(© 2009 sixsteps Music. Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing. CCLI Song # 5488935.)

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Our God is a consuming fire

A burning holy flame with glory and freedom

Our God is the only righteous judge

Ruling over us with kindness and wisdom

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And we will keep our eyes on You

We will keep our eyes on You

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A mighty fortress is our God

A sacred refuge is Your name

Your Kingdom is unshakable

And with You forever we will reign

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Our God is jealous for His own

None could comprehend His love and His mercy

Our God is exalted on His throne

High above the heavens forever He is worthy

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We will keep our eyes on You

We will keep our eyes on You

So we can set our hearts on You

Lord we will set our hearts on You

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With You forever we will reign

With You forever we will reign

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SONG - HOLY HOLY HOLY

(© Public Domain. CCLI # 1156)

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Holy, holy, holy!

Lord God Almighty!

Early in the morning

Our song shall rise to Thee;

Holy, holy, holy,

Merciful and mighty!

God in three Persons,

Blessed Trinity!

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Holy, holy, holy!

All the saints adore Thee,

Casting down their golden crowns

Around the glassy sea;

Cherubim and seraphim

Falling down before Thee,

Who wert and art and

Ever more shall be.

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Holy, holy, holy!

Though the darkness hide Thee,

Though the eye of sinful man

Thy glory may not see;

Only Thou art holy;

There is none beside Thee,

Perfect in power,

In love, and purity.

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Holy, holy, holy!

Lord God Almighty!

All Thy works shall praise Thy name

In earth, and sky, and sea;

Holy, holy, holy;

Merciful and mighty!

God in three Persons,

Blessed Trinity!

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SONG - THIS I BELIEVE (THE CREED)

(© 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing. CCLI # 7018338)

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Our Father everlasting

The all creating One

God Almighty

Through Your Holy Spirit

Conceiving Christ the Son

Jesus our Saviour

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I believe in God our Father

I believe in Christ the Son

I believe in the Holy Spirit

Our God is three in One

I believe in the resurrection

That we will rise again

For I believe in the Name of Jesus

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Our judge and our defender

Suffered and crucified

Forgiveness is in You

Descended into darkness

You rose in glorious life

Forever seated high

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I believe in You

I believe You rose again

I believe that Jesus Christ is Lord

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I believe in life eternal

I believe in the virgin birth

I believe in the saints'communion

And in Your holy Church

I believe in the resurrection

When Jesus comes again

For I believe in the Name of Jesus

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GOD CLEANSES

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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LEADER:

Almighty God,

in raising Jesus from the grave,

you shattered the power of sin and death.

We confess that we remain captive to doubt and fear,

bound by the ways that lead to death.

We overlook the poor and the hungry

and pass by those who mourn;

we are deaf to the cries of the oppressed

and indifferent to calls for peace;

we despise the weak

and abuse the earth you made.

Forgive us, God of mercy.

Help us to trust your power

to change our lives and make us new,

that we may know the joy of life abundant

given in Jesus Christ, the risen Lord.

ALL:

Amen.

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SILENT CONFESSION

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE

—Romans 8:15-17, NRSV

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You did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear,

but you have received a spirit of adoption.

When we cry, “Abba! Father!” it is that very Spirit

bearing witness with our spirit that we are children of God,

and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ.

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SONG OF ASSURANCE - WHO YOU SAY I AM

(© 2017 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia. CCLI Song # 7102401)

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Who am I that the highest King

Would welcome me

I was lost but He brought me in

Oh His love for me

Oh His love for me

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Who the Son sets free

Oh is free indeed

I'm a child of God

Yes I am

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Free at last

He has ransomed me

His grace runs deep

While I was a slave to sin

Jesus died for me

Yes He died for me

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In my Father's house

There's a place for me

I'm a child of God

Yes I am

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I am chosen not forsaken

I am who You say I am

You are for me not against me

I am who You say I am

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(Oh) (Yes) I am who You say I am

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PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH AND THE CITY

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COMMUNITY LIFE ANNOUNCEMENTS

MISSIONS MONTH

• This November, we’ll intentionally pray and learn about missions and our church’s work locally and globally. Each Sunday, hear missionary stories and explore how to participate through prayer, giving, and going.

EVENING SERVICE

• Our four-week evening service trial begins TONIGHT at 5:00 PM! Join us in the sanctuary for musical worship, testimonies, and a series on Jesus’ I AM statements, plus dinner afterward!

JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP

• We have designed a career workshop with an HR consultant to help you navigate today's job market with greater confidence and a clearer plan of action. This is for new and experienced professionals who are seeking a new opportunity. Join us on Wednesday, November 18th, from 9 am-12 pm at St Andrews Hall. Registration is $25, and lunch will be provided.

WOMEN'S CHRISTMAS BRUNCH

• Join us December 6th at 11 AM in St. Andrew’s Hall for our Women’s Ministry Christmas Brunch celebrating Christ, the Saviour of the World! Bring a friend for delicious food, sweet fellowship, and biblical encouragement.

AI AT WORK

• ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude. As Christians, how can we draw healthy boundaries for using AI at our workplace? Come join us for our AI at Work seminar with Sanford Liu, CTO and Co-Founder at SoCast Digital, on November 22nd from 11 am-1 pm at Andrews Hall. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

GT KIDS GALA

• GTKids Winter Gala returns for a 6th year! Come enjoy festive activities and carols with your friends and family. Saturday December 5th from 4:00 pm-7:0pm. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events

GT KIDS ADVENT TOY DRIVE AND CELEBRATION

• GTKids is collecting new toys for families in need! Have your kids buy and bring a toy to our special Advent Celebration for families, on Sunday, November 29th , after first service. Register at gracetoronto.ca/events.

‍PRAYER FOR THE WEEK

• PRAYER (Philippians 4:6-7) We are invited to bring all our anxieties to God in prayer, trusting Him to give us peace. Reflect on areas of your life where you need to lean on God more fully. Pray with confidence, knowing that He hears you and cares for you.

SUPPORT

• If you are in any form of need or if you are able to help others, please visit http://www.gracetoronto.ca/help  or visit http://www.gracetoronto.ca/prayer  to submit your prayers.

DIACONATE

• The Diaconate exists to contribute to the flourishing of gospel-centered community by meeting the practical needs of our church community, and extending help and compassion to those experiencing hardship or difficult circumstances. Click here for more information.

OFFERING

• To set up your online giving or to learn more about giving options, visit gracetoronto.ca/give.

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GOD COMMUNES

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SCRIPTURE READING

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Philippians 4:1-9

¹ Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, dear friends!

² I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. ³ Yes, and I ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are in the book of life.

⁴ Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! ⁵ Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. ⁶ Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ⁷ And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

⁸ Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. ⁹ Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

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SERMON

Dan MacDonald

Q&A

Text your questions to 416-830-0335

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SONG OF RESPONSE - GOODNESS OF JESUS

(© 2018 CityAlight Music; Farren Love And War Publishing; Integrity's Alleluia! Music. CCLI Song # 7121854)

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Come you weary heart now to Jesus

Come you anxious soul now and see

There is perfect love and comfort in your tears

Rest here in His wondrous peace

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Oh the goodness the goodness of Jesus

Satisfied he is all that I need

May it be come what may that I rest all my days

In the goodness of Jesus

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Come find what this world cannot offer

Come and find your joy here complete

Taste the living water never thirst again

Rest here in His wondrous peace

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Come and find your hope now in Jesus

He is all he said he would be

Grace is overflowing from the Saviour’s heart

Rest here in His wondrous peace

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COMMUNION
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PRAYER FOR THOSE SEARCHING FOR TRUTH

Lord Jesus, you claim to be the way, the truth, and the life.  Grant that I might be undaunted by the cost of following you as I consider the reasons for doing so. If what you claim is true, please guide me, teach me, and open me to the reality of who you are.  Give me an understanding of you that is coherent, convincing and that leads to the life you promise.  Amen.

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PRAYER OF BELIEF

Lord Jesus Christ, I admit that I am weaker and more sinful than I ever dared admit, but through you I am more loved and accepted than I ever dared hope.  I thank you for paying my debt on the cross, taking what I deserved in order to offer me complete forgiveness. Knowing that you have been raised from the dead, I turn from my sins and receive you as my Saviour and Lord.  Amen.

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GOD COMMISSIONS

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BENEDICTION

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—Romans 15:5, NIV

May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ

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PRAYER

Would you like prayer?  Send us an email at prayer@gracetoronto.ca.  We would love to intercede for you!

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