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

—Psalm 118:24, NIV

LEADER:

This is the day the LORD has made;

ALL:

Let us rejoice and be glad in it.

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SONG - SING TO THE KING

(© 2003 CCLI # 4010902)

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Sing to the King Who is coming to reign

Glory to Jesus the Lamb that was slain

Life and salvation His empire shall bring

And joy to the nations when Jesus is King

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Come let us sing a song

A song declaring that we belong to Jesus

He is all we need

Lift up a heart of praise

Sing now with voices raised to Jesus

Sing to the King

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For His returning we watch and we pray

We will be ready the dawn of that day

We'll join in singing with all the redeemed

'Cause Satan is vanquished and Jesus is King

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SONG - FOR ALL YOU'VE DONE‍

(© 2004 Hillsong Publishing. CCLI # 4254689)

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My Saviour Redeemer

Lifted me from the miry clay

Almighty forever

I will never be the same

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'Cause You came near

From the everlasting

To the world we live

The Father's only Son

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And You lived and You died

And You rose again on high

And You opened the way

For the world to live again

Hallelujah for all You've done

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SONG - WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS

(© Public Domain. CCLI# 27714)

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What a friend we have in Jesus

All our sins and griefs to bear

What a privilege to carry

Everything to God in prayer

O what peace we often forfeit

O what needless pain we bear

All because we do not carry

Everything to God in prayer

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Have we trials and temptations

Is there trouble anywhere

We should never be discouraged

Take it to the Lord in prayer

Can we find a friend so faithful

Who will all our sorrows share

Jesus knows our every weakness

Take it to the Lord in prayer

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Are we weak and heavy laden

Cumbered with a load of care

Precious Saviour still our refuge

Take it to the Lord in prayer

Do thy friends despise forsake thee

Take it to the Lord in prayer

In His arms He'll take and shield thee

Thou wilt find a solace there

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GOD CLEANSES

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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LEADER:

Awesome and compassionate God,

you have loved us with unfailing, self-giving mercy,

but we have not loved you.

You constantly call us, but we do not listen.

You ask us to love, but we walk away from neighbors in need,

wrapped in our own concerns.

We condone evil, prejudice, warfare, and greed.

God of grace, as you come to us in mercy,

we repent in spirit and in truth,

admit our sin, and gratefully receive your forgiveness

through Jesus Christ, our Redeemer. Amen.

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ALL:

Amen.

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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.

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ALL:

Thanks be to God.

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SONG OF ASSURANCE - CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS

(© Words: Public Domain. CCLI Song # 23938)

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Crown Him with many crowns

The Lamb upon His throne

Hark how the heavenly anthem drowns

All music but its own

Awake my soul and sing

Of Him who died for thee

And hail Him as thy matchless King

Through all eternity

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Crown Him the Lord of life

Who triumphed o'er the grave

And rose victorious in the strife

For those He came to save

His glories now we sing

Who died and rose on high

Who died eternal life to bring

And lives that death may die

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Crown Him the Lord of love

Behold His hands and side

Rich wounds yet visible above

In beauty glorified

No angel in the sky

Can fully bear that sight

But downward bends each burning eye

At mysteries so bright

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PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH AND THE CITY

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COMMUNITY LIFE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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ALPHA & JOINT SUMMER GG REGISTRATION OPEN

• Curious about Christianity or looking to join a summer small group? This Spring/Summer, we’re hosting a joint ALPHA/Summer Grace Gathering. If you're exploring Christianity, this group is a space to ask questions and explore faith.For Christians, this group offers a chance to connect with others and see how Grace Toronto Church walks alongside those exploring faith. Sign up at gracetoronto.ca/events

PCC FUNDRAISING RELAY

• Join us on May 10th for the Pregnancy Care Centre's 5km relay to help families with unexpected pregnancies thrive! Fundraising starts now! Visit gracetoronto.ca/events to join our team.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY PICNIC AND HIKE

• Ladies it's spring and time for a picnic and hike! Bring your own lunch and join us as we eat at Craigleigh Gardens and hike through Evergreen Brickworks at 12 pm Sat. May, 10 2025. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

IMPRINT WRITERS WORKSHOP

• This year the annual Imprint writers workshop welcomes award-winning writer, podcaster, and educator Brent van Staalduinen. Brent will be reading from his work, joining us in conversation about faith and writing, and leading a workshop session. No prior experience required! Register online at imprintmagazine.ca/events

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

• Pastor Dan MacDonald and Sue MacDonald will lead our church through a two-week class on the doctrine of Complementarianism on May 18 and 25, 2025. Classes will run during our first service and second service.

PRAYER FOR THE WEEK

• RESTORATION (John 21:15-19) Jesus restored Peter after his denial, commissioning him to care for His sheep. Reflect on areas in your life where you need Christ’s restoration. Pray for courage to accept His forgiveness and step into His calling.

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

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

Robert Cunningham

Q&A

Text your questions to 416-830-0335

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SONG OF RESPONSE - O COME TO THE ALTAR

(© 2015 © Be Essential Songs. CCLI # 7051511)

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Are you hurting and broken within

Overwhelmed by the weight of your sin

Jesus is calling

Have you come to the end of yourself

Do you thirst for a drink from the well

Jesus is calling

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O come to the altar

The Father's arms are open wide

Forgiveness was bought with

The precious blood of Jesus Christ

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Leave behind your regrets and mistakes

Come today there's no reason to wait

Jesus is calling

Bring your sorrows and trade them for joy

From the ashes a new life is born

Jesus is calling

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Oh what a Savior

Isn't he wonderful

Sing alleluia Christ is risen

Bow down before him

For he is Lord of all

Sing alleluia Christ is risen

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Bear your cross as you wait for the crown

Tell the world of the treasure you've found

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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

—Numbers 6:24-26

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.

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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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