Welcome to this Service of Worship
Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving
for the Life and Legacy of missionary
Revd John Ross D.D. (존 로스, 约翰·罗斯) 1842-1915
A joint service of
Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church,
The Ross Chapel,
Edinburgh Korean Church,
Chinese Evangelical Church in Edinburgh.
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GATHERS TO WORSHIP ALMIGHTY GOD
Organ Prelude
Be Still, arr. Ashley Grote (b. 1982)
Welcome & Church News
Revd Dr Sandy Forsyth
Sharing the Peace of Christ
Preparatory Silence for Worship
Introit - Aaronic Blessing
Chamber Group of Mayfield Salisbury
Words: adapted from Numbers 6:24
Music: Chinese origin adapted by
I-to-Loh arranged by S. Murray Mitchell
May the Lord, mighty God bless and keep you for ever, grant you peace,
perfect peace, courage in every endeavour. Lift up your eyes and see his
face and grace for ever; may the Lord, mighty God bless and keep you for ever.
Call to Worship - from Psalm 126
Leader: May those who sow in tears
All: …reap with shouts of joy.
Leader: Those who go out weeping,
All: … bearing the seed for sowing,
Leader: They shall come home with shouts of joy,
All: …carrying their sheaves.
Hymn 624 In Christ there is No East and West
(t. St Stephen Newington)
Prayer of Approach, Confession and The Lord’s Prayer
Revd Dr Sandy Forsyth
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come.
Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily
bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not
into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the
power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
Introduction to the Life and Ministry of John Ross
Revd Dr Sandy Forsyth
Reading Isaiah 6:1 - 8
Read in Korean by Donghyuk Kim - Ross Chapel
and then in English by Charles Garland - Mayfield Salisbury
A Vision of God in the Temple
6 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high
and lofty; and the hem of his robe filled the temple. 2 Seraphs were in
attendance above him; each had six wings: with two they covered their
faces, and with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew. 3 And
one called to another and said:
‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts;
the whole earth is full of his glory.’
4 The pivots on the thresholds shook at the voices of those who called, and
the house filled with smoke. 5 And I said: ‘Woe is me! I am lost, for I am a
man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips; yet my eyes
have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!’ 6 Then one of the seraphs flew to
me, holding a live coal that had been taken from the altar with a pair of
tongs. 7 The seraph touched my mouth with it and said: ‘Now that this has
touched your lips, your guilt has departed and your sin is blotted out.’ 8
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send, and who will
go for us?’ And I said, ‘Here am I; send me!’
Reflection on the Legacy of John Ross for Korean Christianity
Jaekook Lee - Pastor of Edinburgh Korean Church
Anthem - Behold how good and joyful a thing
Chamber Group of Mayfield Salisbury
Words: from Psalm 133
Music: John Clarke-Whitfield (1770-1836)
Behold how good and joyful a thing it is for brethern to dwell together in
unity. It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down unto
the beard, even unto Aaron's beard, and went down to the skirts of his
clothing. It is like the dew of Hermon which fell upon the hill of Sion, for
there the Lord promised his blessing and life for evermore.
Reading Matthew 28:1 - 10; 16 - 20
Read in Korean by Ji-Won Song - Edinburgh Korean Church
and then in English by Charles Garland - Mayfield Salisbury
The Resurrection of Jesus
After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary
Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2 And suddenly
there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord, descending from
heaven, came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was
like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. 4 For fear of him the guards
shook and became like dead men. 5 But the angel said to the women, ‘Do
not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified.
6 He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where
he lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples, “He has been raised from the
dead, and indeed he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see
him.” This is my message for you.’ 8 So they left the tomb quickly with fear
and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9 Suddenly Jesus met them and
said, ‘Greetings!’ And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and
worshipped him. 10 Then Jesus said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; go and tell
my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.’…
The Commissioning of the Disciples
16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus
had directed them. 17 When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some
doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and
on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all
nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the
Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything that I have
commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.’
Reader: For the Word of God revealed to all the world through Scripture.
ALL: Thanks be to God
Hymn 251 - I, The Lord of Sea and Sky
(t. Here I Am, Lord)
Young People (aged 18 or under) leave for Young Church
Reflection on the Life and Legacy of John Ross, in Theological Perspective
Revd Dr John Stuart Ross - retired Free Church of Scotland minister
and missionary; biographer of John Ross
Hymn 555 Amazing Grace
(t. Amazing Grace)
Reflection on the Legacy of John Ross for World Christianity
Dr Alex Chow, Senior Lecturer in Theology and World Christianity,
School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh;
and member of the CECE Committee
Young People return from Young Church
Prayer of Dedication and for Others
Sukwoo Choi (Pastor of Ross Chapel)
Hymn 512 To God be the Glory
(t. To God be the Glory)
Closing Responses
Based on the ‘Five Marks of Mission’
Revd Dr Sandy Forsyth
Leader: Help us Lord, to live as people who have good news to share
All: May Your Word be with us
Leader: Who learn and love and grow together
All: May Your Spirit be with us
Leader: Who listen to and serve our neighbours
All: May Your love be with us
Leader: Who work for justice and peace
All: May Your peace be with us
Leader: Who love and care for Your creation
All: May Your hope be with us
Leader: Help us Lord, to share in Your great mission of love
All: May You be with us all, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Benediction
Revd Dr Sandy Forsyth
Threefold Amen
Organ Postlude
Now Thank We All Our God
J. S. Bach (1685-1750)
arr. Wilbur Held
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All are welcome for food and refreshments after the service in the Lower
Hall and thereafter an optional walk at 12.30pm to John Ross’ grave in
Newington Cemetery
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TODAYS CHOIR MUSIC The text of the intro it is an adaptation of the
Aaronic Blessing. It is set to an original Chinese tune adapted by I-to-Loh
and arranged for four-part choir by our Chamber Group member Stuart
Murray Mitchell. The composer of the anthem, John Clarke-Whitfield, was
organist at Hereford Cathedral and a Professor of music at Cambridge. His
large body of choral music is now rarely performed, but this anthem is a
well-crafted and inventive text setting. The central section is for bass solo
and soprano duet, flanked by sections for the whole choir.
NEWS AND INTIMATIONS
1. RECENT BEREAVEMENTS It is with much sadness that we share the
news that three of our members passed away recently – their funeral
arrangements are to follow.
Maureen Reid died on 2 January – Maureen’s funeral service will take place
on Monday 23 January at 3pm at Mortonhall Crematorium, Main Chapel –
friends from Mayfield Salisbury most welcome.
Helen Telfer died on 5 January – Helen’s funeral service will take place on
Wednesday 25 January at 1.30pm at Mortonhall Crematorium, Pentland
Chapel – once more, all friends welcome.
Barbara Dodds died on 5 January – Barbara was lately resident in
Dunfermline, and her family are arranging the funeral locally – no
arrangements are currently known.
We thank God for Maureen, Helen and Barbara, and for everything they
brought to this Christian community – please keep their loved ones in your
prayers at this time.
2. SERVICE OF THANKSGIVING FOR REVD HILARY MARILYN NAISH Many
of you may remember the Revd Hilary Naish who passed away in
2020. Due to Covid and other reasons the family have not been able to
hold a service to celebrate her life until now. A Service of Thanksgiving for
Hilary’s life will be held on Saturday January 28, 2023, at 11.00am at St
Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh. All Clergy and friends are warmly
invited to attend.
3. THE ECOGROUP is meeting informally in the Newington Room at
7.30pm on Wednesday 18 January. Everyone is welcome to join us that
night (no further commitment!!) Do come along!
4. SERVICE ON SUNDAY 5 FEBRUARY - 30th ANNIVERSARY On 5
February we will have a service to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the
union of Mayfield and Salisbury churches. In a year which will see us work
to unite with two other congregations this will give us an opportunity to
mark our respective histories and how we have melded into a new
congregation.
5. YOUTH GROUP 15 Jan: We will be having a discussion night learning
about Epiphany and thinking about our visions for the new year, and
exploring where God is in the midst of it all. 6.15-7.15pm for P6-S1 and
7.15-8.30pm for S2-S6 in the Youth Room.
22 Jan – 7.00pm: We will be meeting in the Bill McDonald Hall for a night of
prayer, praise and reflection. All ages invited! (Please note that the Youth
Worship service in Jan. is on the 22nd instead of the last Sun. of the month).
6. WARM SPACES Mayfield Salisbury is joining a local initiative with
other church and faiths congregations. Combined, this should help to
provide warm and welcoming spaces for five days a week. Our warm hub is
every Friday from 1pm to 4pm in Church House, where everyone is most
welcome for tea, coffee, snacks and conversation.
7. THURSDAY CLUB takes place every Thursday at 2pm. This week, Senga
Andrews will give a talk which will be followed by tea and fellowship. All are
very welcome!
8. PASTORAL CARE If you would like to have a regular home visit or
telephone call from one of our pastoral care team, please contact me and I
will arrange that for you. If you would like to be held in prayer, or would
like us to pray for someone you know, please make your request to Kay. If
you would like to participate in our confidential prayer chain praying for
these requests, please get in touch; prayer chain emails are sent out once a
week. You can email Kay on 07587 043 191 or
9. GIVING – QR CODE Our Quick Response code is a handy way of
using your smart ‘phone or tablet’s QR app to link you to our Giving Page.
Once you have joined the Giving Page safeguards are still operative.
PLATES: Those who would have wished to use it may make use of the
offering plates situated in the vestibule and halls entrance, at the close of
the service. Regular and one-off donations are possible online at
www.give.net/20311853 (scan the QR code) or please contact our Freewill
Offerings Treasurer, Hugh Somerville on 0131 466 2446 or
www.mayfieldsalisbury.org
Scottish Charity Number SC000785
www.give.net/20311853
