Our theme this week is: MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

+In the name of the Father… 2/3/2018 3:14 PM Peace be with you AND WITH YOUR SPIRIT We light our candle to remind us of Christ’s presence with us as we gather… +In the name of the Father… © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

Never too young to preach the Gospel; never too young to bring Good News! Never too young to work for justice; never too young to be God’s Light!

We are never too young to witness, we are never too young to serve; we are never too young to be disciples of our Lord! disciples of our Lord Jesus Christ!

Never too young to sing together; never too young to pray as one. Never too young to praise and worship; never too young to be God’s Song!

We are never too young to witness, we are never too young to serve; we are never too young to be disciples of our Lord! disciples of our Lord Jesus Christ!

Never too young (to preach the Gospel); never too young (to bring Good News)! Never too young (to work for justice); never too young (to be God’s Light)! Never too young (to feed the hungry); never too young (to help the poor). Never too young (to care for others). Never too young, never too young!

We are never too young to witness, we are never too young to serve; we are never too young to be disciples of our Lord! disciples of our Lord Jesus Christ!

Lord Jesus, you ask us to be true to our faith Lord Jesus, you ask us to be true to our faith. For times we have failed to be true. Lord have mercy LORD HAVE MERCY Lord Jesus, you ask us to share our love and faith in God with those around us. For times when we have not done so. Christ have mercy. CHRIST HAVE MERCY Lord Jesus, you showed us the power of your love. For times we have forgotten your teaching. Lord have mercy. LORD HAVE MERCY

Opening Prayer Gracious God, We praise and thank you for all that you have given us: for this day, for your wisdom, for your light that shines upon us. Help us to be the salt of the Earth and a light to the world. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. AMEN

Listen to the Word of God among us. What will it reveal to us today? 2/3/2018 3:14 PM Listen to the Word of God among us. What will it reveal to us today? The words of the Gospel should not be displayed for the congregation. Instead include a prompt to encourage the listening to God’s word. © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

Alle (clap clap) alle (clap clap) alleluia Alle, alle, alle, alle –luia, oh alle, alle, alle, alle-luia LISTEN

PRAISE TO YOU LORD JESUS CHRIST 2/3/2018 3:14 PM A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew GLORY TO YOU OH LORD The Gospel of the Lord PRAISE TO YOU LORD JESUS CHRIST © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

Time to reflect on God’s word for us today. We are seasoning that brings out the flavours of God on earth. If we lose that, how will people know God?

let your faith shine before others so that it may spread and grow. We should put our light on show as this gives light to everyone around us. let your faith shine before others so that it may spread and grow. So what does this mean for us?

How does that make people feel? Are you someone who adds God to the world in which you live? How does that make people feel?

Can others feel your faith within you? What can they see?

Can you reveal the light to others? Do you know the truth but sometimes fail to act upon it? Can you reveal the light to others?

Or do you live out his word everyday, everywhere, with everyone? Do you sometimes worship God? Or do you live out his word everyday, everywhere, with everyone?

Make a difference today! Be the salt and the light of the world. Touch the lives of those around you. Make a difference today!

Closing Prayer Dear God, remind us each and every day that we are your beloved children. We are those who are called, equipped and empowered to be salt and light to the world and to love others as we have been loved. In Jesus’ name, Amen ‘Father God’ is not a Catholic expression and so should be avoided. Attributes of God (loving God, compassionate God etc ) can be named and might be able to be linked to the theme.

Witness of the week ideas Someone who shows their faith to you by: Showing love Caring for you Giving you time Teaching you

THANKS BE TO GOD In the week ahead… be the difference that someone needs. See when people need help… and then help them. Look for those who need your support… and then support them. Notice when people need company… be with them. Share your faith with those around you. The call to action should come after the closing prayer for it is the message with which we are sent out into the world to act for God and therefore is the last thing we should hear in our liturgy. THANKS BE TO GOD