At St. Andrew’s we value belonging, connection, discipleship and our location in the centre of Ottawa. It is a place to call home. All are welcome here. Our church is a sanctuary where you can experience the grace and peace of god, feel supported and find courage and strength.
We worship each week on Sundays at 10:30 am and our services can be joined online. Whether you are visiting from out of town, looking for a new church home, or simply curious to learn more about St. Andrew’s, please visit our website to find out more: https://www.standrewsottawa.ca/im-new
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GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
MARCH 29, 2024 — 10:30 AM
When Jesus had received the wine, he said, ‘It is finished.’ Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.
John 19:30
Introit: Ehre sie dir Christe
Heinrich Schütz (1585-1672)
Entry of the Holy Scriptures
Call to Worship — Rev. Dr. Karen Dimock
Hymn 231: When I survey the wondrous cross
“Rockingham” Samuel Webbe, the elder (1740-1816)
Words: Isaac Watts (1674-1748)
Prayers of Approach and Confession
Words of Forgiveness
Prayer for Illumination
The First Lesson — Diane M
Isaiah 53:1-12 — The Suffering Servant
Motet: Lord, for thy tender mercies sake
Richard Farrant (1530-1580)
The Second Lesson — Rowan P
John 18:12-27 — Jesus before the High Priest
Motet: The Beatitudes
Arvo Pärt (b. 1937)
The Third Lesson — Maila Ann G
John 18:28-40 — Jesus before Pilate
Hymn 220: My song is love unknown
“Love unknown” John Ireland (1879-1962)
Words: Samuel Crossman (c. 1624-1683)
The Fourth Lesson — Matthew L
John 18:38b-19:16 — Jesus is Handed over to be Crucified
Motet: O, for a closer walk with God
C. V. Stanford (1852-1924)
The Fifth Lesson — Aisling B
John 19:16b-30 — The Crucifixion of Jesus
Motet: Lent Prose (Tone V Plainsong)
arr. M. Larkin
The Sixth Lesson — Jidé A
John 19:31-42 — Jesus’ side is pierced and He is buried
Motet: It is finished
John Stainer (1840-1901)
Psalm 22:1-11
Motet: Solus ad victimam
Kenneth Leighton (1929-1988)
Words: Peter Abelard (1079-1142)
Pastoral Prayer
Hymn 242: What wondrous love is this
“Wondrous love”
Words and music from Walker’s Southern Harmony, 1835
Closing Voluntary