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

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LEADER:

Let us worship the eternal God,

the source of love and life, who creates us.

Let us worship Jesus Christ,

the risen one, who lives among us.

Let us worship the Spirit,

the holy fire, who renews us.

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ALL:

To the one true God be praise

in all times and places,

through the grace of Jesus Christ.

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SONG - GOD OF WONDERS

(© 2000 Never Say Never Songs | New Spring | Meaux Mercy | Storm Boy Music. CCLI # 3118757.)

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Lord of all creation

Of water earth and sky

The heavens are Your tabernacle

Glory to the Lord on high

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God of wonders beyond our galaxy

You are holy holy

The universe declares Your majesty

You are holy holy

Lord of heaven and earth

Lord of heaven and earth

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Early in the morning

I will celebrate the light

When I stumble in the darkness

I will call Your name by night

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Hallelujah (to the Lord of heaven and earth)

Hallelujah (to the Lord of heaven and earth)

Hallelujah (to the Lord of heaven and earth)

You are holy

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God of wonders beyond our galaxy

You are holy holy

Precious Lord reveal Your heart to me

Father hold me hold me

The universe declares Your majesty

You are holy

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SONG - ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS' NAME

(© Public Domain. CCLI # 584594)

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All hail the pow'r of Jesus' name

Let angels prostrate fall

Bring forth the royal diadem

And crown Him Lord of all

Bring forth the royal diadem

And crown Him Lord of all

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Ye chosen seed of Israel's race

Ye ransomed from the fall

Hail Him who saves you by His grace

And crown Him Lord of all

Hail Him who saves you by His grace

And crown Him Lord of all

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Let ev'ry kindred ev'ry tribe

On this terrestrial ball

To Him all majesty ascribe

And crown Him Lord of all

To Him all majesty ascribe

And crown Him Lord of all

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Crown Him ye morning stars of light

Who fixed this earthly ball

Now hail the strength of Israel's might

And crown Him Lord of all

Now hail the strength of Israel's might

And crown Him Lord of all

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SONG - FROM THE INSIDE OUT

(© 2005 Hillsong Publishing. CCLI # 4705176)

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A thousand times I've failed

Still Your mercy remains

And should I stumble again

Still I'm caught in Your grace

Everlasting

Your light will shine when all else fades

Never-ending

Your glory goes beyond all fame

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Your will above all else

My purpose remains

The art of losing myself

In bringing You praise

Everlasting

Your light will shine when all else fades

Never-ending

Your glory goes beyond all fame

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In my heart in my soul

Lord I give You control

Consume me from the inside out Lord

Let justice and praise

Become my embrace

To love You from the inside out

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Everlasting

Your light will shine when all else fades

Never-ending

Your glory goes beyond all fame

And the cry of my heart

Is to bring You praise

From the inside out

Lord my soul cries out (Lord)

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GOD CLEANSES

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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LEADER:

Almighty God, you have raised Jesus from the grave

and crowned him Lord of all.

We confess that we have not bowed before him

or acknowledged his rule in our lives.

We have gone along with the way of the world

and failed to give him glory.

Forgive us and raise us from sin,

that we may be your faithful people,

obeying the commands of our Lord Jesus Christ,

who rules the world and is head of the church, his body.

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ALL:

Amen.

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SILENT CONFESSION

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE

—based on 2 Corinthians 1:20-22

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All the promises of God find their “Yes” in Christ.

That is why we utter the “Amen” through him, to the glory of God.

It is God who has put his seal upon us

and given us his Spirit in our hearts as a guarantee.

In Christ, by the power of the Spirit, we are redeemed.

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow!

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SONG OF ASSURANCE - YOU ALONE CAN RESCUE

(© 2008 Thankyou Music, Said And Done Music, and SHOUT! Publishing. CCLI# 5376377)

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Who O Lord could save themselves

Their own soul could heal

Our shame was deeper than the sea

Your grace is deeper still

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And You alone can rescue

You alone can save

You alone can lift us from the grave

You came down to find us led us out of death

To You alone belongs the highest praise

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You O Lord have made a way

The great divide You healed

For when our hearts were far away

Your love went further still

Yes Your love goes further still

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And You alone can rescue

You alone can save

You alone can lift us from the grave

You came down to find us led us out of death

To You alone belongs the highest praise

To You alone belongs the highest praise

You alone

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We lift up our eyes

Lift up our eyes

You're the giver of life

We lift up our eyes

Lift up our eyes

You're the giver of life

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PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH AND THE CITY

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COMMUNITY LIFE ANNOUNCEMENTS

GRACE GATHERINGS REGISTRATION

• Want to join a Small Group? The Fall 2026 semester will begin on September 27! Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

YOUNG ADULTS WELCOME LUNCH

• Between 18 and 25? Join the Young Adults for a pizza lunch in the St. Andrew's Hall following 2nd service on Sept 6th. Newcomers eat free! Regulars are only $5.

GT MEN'S FALL SOCIAL

• Men of Grace! You're invited to a Taco Night on Tuesday, September 15, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.  We'll have some games, food, and fellowship. The cost is $10. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

AN EVENING WITH JEN POLLOCK MICHEL

• Ladies, join us Tuesday, Sept 15, at 7 PM in St. Andrew’s Hall as award-winning author Jen Pollock Michel shares from A Rule for the Rest of Us register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

NEWCOMER'S BRUNCH

• New to Grace? Join us for brunch after either service on Sept 20th. Learn about our community and get to know some of our leaders. RSVP at gracetoronto.ca/events to save your seat!

BIBLE STUDIES

• Men's and Women's Bible studies are launching on September 22nd! Head over to gracetoronto.ca/events to learn more.

ALPHA

• Questions about Christianity? Come join us at St. Andrew's Hall on Wednesday evenings at 7 PM, starting on September 30th, as we explore these important questions together. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

GT KIDS APPLE PICKING

• We invite all GTKids Families to join us for apple picking at Applewood Farm in Whitchurch-Stouffville. We will meet at 10 AM at the farm's play area. Email tarak@gracetoronto.ca for more info!

‍PRAYER FOR THE WEEK

• COMMITMENT (Colossians 3:23-24) As the new school year and work season begins, we are reminded to do everything as unto the Lord. Reflect on how you can approach your studies, work, and daily tasks with a heart committed to glorifying God.

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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Luke 10: 38-42

³⁸ As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. ³⁹ She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. ⁴⁰ But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!”

⁴¹ “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, ⁴² but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”

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SERMON

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Q&A

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SONG OF RESPONSE - LORD I NEED YOU

(© 2011 Sweater Weather Music, Valley Of Songs Music, and Thankyou Music. CCLI# 5925687)

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Lord I come I confess

Bowing here I find my rest

And without You I fall apart

You're the one that guides my heart

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Lord I need You oh I need You

Ev'ry hour I need You

My one defense my righteousness

Oh God how I need You

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Where sin runs deep Your grace is more

Where grace is found is where You are

And where You are Lord I am free

Holiness is Christ in me

Where You are Lord I am free

Holiness is Christ in me

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So teach my song to rise to You

When temptation comes my way

And when I cannot stand I'll fall on You

Jesus You're my hope and stay

And when I cannot stand I'll fall on You

Jesus You're my hope and stay

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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

—based on Hebrews 13:20-21, NIV

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Now may the God of peace

equip you with everything good for doing his will,

and may he work in us what is pleasing to him,

through Jesus Christ,

to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

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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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