Reel Theology - One Battle After Another | 1 Samuel 17 | May 3, 2026 | Jeff Rock | CMUC

Canadian Memorial United Church continues its sermon series - the Reel Theology Sermon Series - exploring theological connections between scripture and six of the films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Reel Theology 2026 continues with Jeff Rock exploring the film Frankenstein, and 1 Samuel 17 as our scripture reading. For more info on Canadian Memorial's Reel Theology Sermon Series, please visit https://www.canadianmemorial.org/reel... CMUC Order of Service SUMMARY - May 3, 2026 Coordinating Minister: ​​Jeff Rock Minister of Community Life: Cathy Merchant Minister of Children, Youth and Families: Tama Ward Director of Music Ministry: Sabrielle McCurdy Musicians: John Bews, Bruce McKenzie, Ricardo Pequenino, Dean Thiessen Singers: Rose McNeil Scripture Reader: Elisabeth Tanner Organ Prelude: Erhalt uns, Herr, bei deinem Wort (J.G. Walther), Cromorne sur la Taille - from Mass for the Convent (Francois Couperin), Adagio from Symphony No. 2 (C. Widor) Welcome Land Acknowledgement Passing of Peace “Spirit Open My Heart” [MV 79] Words: Ruth Duck, 1994 Music: traditional melody, Ireland; arr. Arthur G. Clyde, 1997 Opening Prayer Lighting of the Christ Candle “It Is Well With My Soul” by Horatio G. Spafford and Philip P. Bliss, arr. by David Shipps Lyrics adapted by Lonnie Delisle Arr. ©2008 Van Ness Press, Inc. (ASCAP) Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 17 Trailer: One Battle After Another Sermon by Jeff Rock: Anthem: “Beautiful Noise” Alicia Augello-Cook, Brandy Clark, Brandi Carlile, Hailey Whitters, Hillary Lindsey, Linda Perry, Lori McKenna and Ruby Amantu ©2020 Lellow Productions Sacrament of Communion “Remember Me” by Marty Nystrom & Garrit Gustafson ©1990 Integrity's Hosanna! Music CCLI Licenses 11548725 & 20109504 “Bread Of Life, Feed My Soul” [MV 194] Words: Stephen Spencer, 2005 Words copyright © 2005 by Stephen Spencer, 38 Goldsboro Ave., Riverview, NB, E1B 4K4. Used by permission. Permission to stream/reprint obtained from ONE LICENSE License A-732941 (ONLY IF NEEDED) “Don’t Be Afraid” [MV 90] by John L. Bell and Graham Maule ©1995, 2007 by WGRG, Iona Community, Scotland, admin GIA Publications CCLI Licenses 11548725 & 20109504 Prayers of the People “Who Will Bring Our Worlds Together?” Text: Shirley Erena Murray; Music: Cyril V. Taylor Text: ©1996 Hope Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Music: ©1942 renewal ©1970 by Hope Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Stewardship Moment Announcements “Sent Out In Jesus Name” [MV 212] Words: traditional song, Cuba. English trans. Jorge Maldonado English translation copyright © 1988 Abingdon Press (Administered by The Copyright Company, Nashville, TN) Permission to stream/reprint obtained from ONE LICENSE License No A-732941 Benediction Organ Postlude: “Old Hundredth” (J. Pachelbel) ********* After the worship service every Sunday, you are welcome to join our coffee hour - it's a chance to connect informally with others in the community. Whether you're attending in person or online, there's a coffee hour just for you! If you're joining us online, here's the link to the Zoom videoconference: Click on this link: https://zoom.us/j/732738581 (Meeting ID: 732 738 581) Note: Upon entering the videoconference, you'll be muted. If you want the others to hear you, you'll need to unmute yourself (look for the icon at the bottom left of your Zoom window). DONATE: We graciously accept any donations via https://www.canadianmemorial.org/dona... or at https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charit.... We are a non-profit organization, and your donations are tax-deductible. Thank you for your generosity! We are grateful for all of your support Blessings on your week ahead! ********** Canadian Memorial United Church is a member of the United Church of Canada, and we aim to be an open-hearted, open-minded & Affirming Christian community in Vancouver, BC. We acknowledge that we worship on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səl’ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples. 💙 WHAT TO WATCH NEXT 👉 The Centre for Peace Talks with Elizabeth May, OC MP:    • The Centre for Peace Talks - Elizabeth May...   👉 Go Listen:    • Go Listen | Dia | CMUC Music   👉 The Centre for Peace Talks with Alex Neve, OC:    • The Centre for Peace Talks with Alex Neve ...   👉 Desirée Dawson - Beholder:    • Beholder | Desirée Dawson | CMUC Music   🚀 STAY IN THE LOOP: 👉 Website: https://www.canadianmemorial.org/ 👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CanadaMe... 👉 Facebook:   / canadianmemorialunitedchurch   👉 Instagram:   / canadianmemorialunitedchurch   👉 Twitter:   / cdnmemorial   #canadianmemorialunitedchurch #unitedchurchofcanada #sundayservice #affirm #vancouver #worship #worshiptogether #spirituality #spiritualseeker #christianity #faith #reeltheology #sermonseries #onebattleafteranother