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

—from Revelation 15:3-4, NIV

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LEADER:

Great and marvelous are your deeds,

Lord God Almighty!

ALL:

Just and true are your ways,

King of the ages.

LEADER:

Who will not fear you, O Lord,

and bring glory to your name?

ALL:

For you alone are holy.

All nations will come and worship you!

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SONG - AGNUS DEI

(© 1990 Sony/ATV Milene Music. CCLI # 626713)

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Alleluia alleluia

For the Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia alleluia

For the Lord God Almighty reigns

Alleluia

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(You are) Holy holy

Are You Lord God Almighty

Worthy is the Lamb

Worthy is the Lamb

You are holy holy

Are You Lord God Almighty

Worthy is the Lamb

Worthy is the Lamb

Amen

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SONG - THIS IS AMAZING GRACE

(© 2012 Bethel Music, Phil Wickham Music, Seems Like Music, Sing My Songs, and WB Music Corp. CCLI # 6333821)

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Who breaks the power of sin and darkness

Whose love is mighty and so much stronger

The King of Glory, the King above all kings

Who shakes the whole earth with holy thunder

Who leaves us breathless in awe and wonder

The King of Glory, the King above all kings

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This is amazing grace

This is unfailing love

That You would take my place

That You would bear my cross

You would lay down Your life

That I would be set free

Jesus, I sing for

All that You’ve done for me

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Who brings our chaos back into order

Who makes the orphan a son and daughter

The King of Glory, the King above all kings

Who rules the nations with truth and justice

Shines like the sun in all of its brilliance

The King of Glory, the King above all kings

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Worthy is the Lamb who was slain

Worthy is the King who conquered the grave

Worthy is the Lamb who was slain

Worthy is the King who conquered the grave

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SONG - ONLY A HOLY GOD

(© 2016 © Farren Love And War Publishing, Integrity's Alleluia! Music, Integrity's Praise! Music, CityAlight Music. CCLI Song # 7073332)

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Who else commands all the hosts of heaven

Who else could make every king bow down

Who else can whisper and darkness trembles

Only a Holy God

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What other beauty demands such praises

What other splendour outshines the sun

What other majesty rules with justice

Only a Holy God

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Come and behold Him

The One and the Only

Cry out sing holy

Forever a Holy God

Come and worship the Holy God

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What other glory consumes like fire

What other power can raise the dead

What other name remains undefeated

Only a Holy God

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Who else could rescue me from my failing

Who else would offer His only Son

Who else invites me to call Him Father

Only a Holy God

Only my Holy God

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GOD CLEANSES

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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—Psalm 130, NRSV

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LEADER:

Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD.

ALL:

Lord, hear my voice!

LEADER:

Let your ears be attentive

to the voice of my supplications!

ALL:

If you, O LORD, should mark iniquities,

Lord, who could stand?

LEADER:

But there is forgiveness with you,

so that you may be revered.

ALL:

I wait for the LORD, my soul waits,

and in his word I hope;

my soul waits for the Lord

more than those who watch for the morning,

more than those who watch for the morning.

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SILENT CONFESSION

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE

—based on 1 Timothy 1:15; 1 Peter 2:24

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LEADER:

Hear the good news:

This saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance,

that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.

He himself bore our sins

in his body on the cross,

that we might be dead to sin,

and alive to all that is good.

I declare to you in the name of Jesus Christ,

you are forgiven.

ALL:

Thanks be to God.

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SONG OF ASSURANCE - THE POWER OF THE CROSS

(© 2005 Thankyou Music. CCLI # 4490766)

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Oh to see the dawn of the darkest day

Christ on the road to Calvary

Tried by sinful men torn and beaten then

Nailed to a cross of wood

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This the pow'r of the cross

Christ became sin for us

Took the blame bore the wrath

We stand forgiven at the cross

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Oh to see the pain written on Your face

Bearing the awesome weight of sin

Ev'ry bitter thought ev'ry evil deed

Crowning Your bloodstained brow

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Now the daylight flees now the ground beneath

Quakes as its Maker bows His head

Curtain torn in two dead are raised to life

Finished the vict'ry cry

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Oh to see my name written in the wounds

For through Your suff'ring I am free

Death is crushed to death life is mine to live

Won through Your selfless love

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This the pow'r of the cross

Son of God slain for us

What a love what a cost

We stand forgiven at the cross

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PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH AND THE CITY

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COMMUNITY LIFE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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‍GUIDED WINE TASTING

• Are you 35+? Join us  on November 14 for a tasting of fine wines! A certified sommelier will guide you, with lots of time to mingle and enjoy good company! Your $25 ticket covers the guided tasting, wine, and refreshments. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

IMPRINT MAGAZINE LAUNCH

• Join us on November 15 for an evening of fellowship and readings as we celebrate the launch of Imprint issue #13: Taking Shape! Hosted in the St. Andrew’s Hall, come get your copy of the new issue and connect with writers, artists, and fellow readers to celebrate faithful art in our city. (Pre-order discount until Nov. 13.) More info at imprintmagazine.ca.

FRIDAY NIGHT AT GRACE

• It's time for Grace's house party! Board games, line dancing, and  karaoke - oh my! Grab your friends and make some new ones! No cash bar so BYOB if your interested. Friday, November 21, 7:30-10 PM.

GT KIDS GALA

• Winter Gala is back! Invite your friends and neighbours and register today. Hope to see you December 6th from 3-6pm at Grace Toronto Church. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

WOMENS CHRISTMAS BRUNCH

• All ladies are warmly invited to the annual Women's Ministry Christmas Brunch on Sunday, December 7th at 11 AM in St. Andrew's Hall (upstairs). Bring a friend (or two!) for this joyful time of fellowship and food as we reflect on the enduring significance of Christ's incarnation in our lives today. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

MISSIONS MONTH

• From Nov 16–Dec 7, join us each Sunday as we focus on God’s heart for the nations. Hear stories of courage and faith, and discover how your life can make an impact both locally and globally. Don’t miss our Missions Fair on Nov 30 after both services. Pre-service prayers at 8:45 & 10:45am will focus on our missionaries.

‍PRAYER FOR THE WEEK

• HOPE (Romans 8:24-25) Hope anchors our souls, even in seasons of waiting and uncertainty. Reflect on the hope you have in Christ. Pray for patience and faith as you wait for God’s promises to unfold in your life.

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, visitgracetoronto.ca/give.

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GOD COMMUNES

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SCRIPTURE READING

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Mark 4:35-41

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35 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” 36 Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. 37 A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. 38 Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?”

39 He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.

40 He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”

41 They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”

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SERMON

Jeff Pike

Q&A

Text your questions to 416-830-0335

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SONG OF RESPONSE - STILL

(© 2002 Hillsong Publishing. CCLI # 3940963.)

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Hide me now

Under Your wings

Cover me

Within Your mighty hand

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When the oceans rise

And thunders roar

I will soar with You

Above the storm

Father You are King

Over the flood

I will be still and know

You are God

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Find rest my soul

In Christ alone

Know His power

In quietness and trust

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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

—2 Corinthians 13:14

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The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ

and the love of God

and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit

be with you all.

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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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