Epiphany - Sunday, Jan. 4 2009

We have seen his star in the East, and have come to worship him. (Matthew 2.2)

Opening Hymn: We Three Kings v.1,2 (bb) - words in bulletin

Gathering of the Community (green book) pg185

Collect for Today: Eternal God, who by a star led wise men to the worship of your Son. Guide by your light the nations of the earth, that the whole world may know your glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives, and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Procession of the Kings: We Three Kings v. 3,4,5 (bb) - words in bulletin
Announcements

First Reading: Isaiah 60: 1-6

Psalm: 72: 1-7, 10-14 (BAS p 797 - green book)

Second Reading: Ephesians 3: 1-12

Gradual: As with Gladness Men of Old (CP 160 - blue book)

Gospel: Matthew 2: 1-12

Sermon

The Apostles’ Creed (BAS p 189 - green book)
Prayers of the People
Confession (BAS p 191 - green book)
The Peace (Sing)

Offertory: Will You Come and See the Light (VU96) - words in bulletin

Prayer over the Gifts: Gracious God, accept the offering of your Church, the hearts of your people joined in praise and thanksgiving, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #3 (BAS p 198 - green book)
Lord’s Prayer: (Sing) (BAS p 211 - green book)
The Breaking of the Bread #6 (BAS p 213 - green book)
Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music
Born in the Night (CP 130 - blue book)
Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming (CP 117 - blue book)

Prayer after Communion: God of all the nations of the earth, guide us with your light. Help us to recognize Christ as he comes to us in this Eucharist and in our neighbours. May we welcome him with love, for he is Lord now and for ever.

Doxology: (sing) (BAS p 214 - green book)
Blessing

Recessional: I Am the Light of the World (SFGP24) - words in bulletin

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Carol W.
Healing Prayers: Ellen F.
Communion Asst: Joyce H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Server: Alison G.
Greeters 10 am: Raz T., Edith P.
Lectors 10 am: Anne L., Nancy L.
Coffee Fellowship: Hazel A., Jill S.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Doreen G.

1st Sunday after Christmas - Carols & Lessons: Dec 28 2008

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts; let the word of Christ dwell in you richly. (Colossians 3.15,16)

Opening Hymn: See Amid the Winter’s Snow (blue book)CP148

Welcome & Introduction
Opening Prayers

First Lesson: Genesis 1: 26-31a “Creation”
Sing: Morning Has Broken (CP 3)

Second Lesson: Genesis 22: 15-18 “God’s Promise to Abraham”
Choir: The Quempas Carol

Third Lesson: Isaiah 60: 1-6 “The Magi Foretold”
Sing: Come Thou Long Expected Jesus (CP 88)

Fourth Lesson: Isaiah 7:14, Micah 5: 2-5a, Isaiah 9: 2,6,7 “Christ’s Birth and Kingdom are Foretold”
Sing: Unto Us a Boy is Born (words in bulletin)

Fifth Lesson: Luke 1: 26-35, 38 “The Annunciation”
Choir: The Seven Joys of Mary - English Traditional

Sixth Lesson: Luke 2: 1, 3-7 “The Birth of Jesus”
Sing: ‘Twas in the Moon of Wintertime (CP 146)

Seventh Lesson: Luke 2: 8-16 “The Shepherds”
Choir: Glory, Hodie

Eighth Lesson: Matthew 2: 1-11 “The Magi”
Sing: The First Nowell (CP 139)

Offertory: Good King Wenceslas (CP 145) -
V.1 All
V. 2,3,4 Men take role of King Wenceslas, Women take role of Page
V.5 All

Prayer over the Gifts
Closing Prayers & Blessing
Ninth Lesson: John 1:1-14

Recessional: Go Tell it on the Mountain (words in bulletin)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Healing Prayers: Carol W.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Shirley C., Jill S.
Lectors 10 am: Ellen F., Jim S., Geoff B., Hazel A., Laura H., Alison G., Rachael D., Edith P., Michael H.
Coffee Fellowship: Dianne J., Alison G.

ADVENT 4: SUNDAY DEC. 21

I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to his word. (Luke 1.38)

ORDER OF SERVICE

Gathering of the Community & Announcements

Opening Hymn: On the Night That Was Christmas Night

Collect for Today: Heavenly Father, who chose the Virgin Mary, full of grace, to be the mother of our Lord and Saviour, now fill us with your grace, that we in all things may embrace your will and with her rejoice in your salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Lighting of the Advent Wreath—A Candle Is Burning (words in bulletin)

The Pageant
Hymns Included:
O Little Town of Bethlehem CP120
Silent Night CP119
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing CP138

Prayers of the People

The Peace (Sing)

Offertory: Oh, What A Wonderful Gift

Prayer over the Gifts: Gracious God, by the power of the Spirit who sanctified the mother of your Son, make holy all we offer you this day. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #5 (BAS page 204)

Lord’s Prayer: (Sing) (BAS page 211)

The Breaking of the Bread #5 (BAS page 212)

Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music: Aislynn Hunt

Prayer After Communion (BAS page 214)

Blessing

Recessional: The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy CP128

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Michael H.
Prayers for Healing: Laura H.
Music: Fletsch & Ellen F., Aislynn Hunt
Greeter: Raz T.
Coffee Fellowship: Beth T., Jim S.

Pageant:
Hopeless Person: Jim S.
Ghost of Christmas Past: Richard F.
Ghost of Christmas Present: Eunice L.
Packing for Mexico: Mitch & Tom P., Tassia A., Rachel D.
Food Bank Scene: Martha F.
Street Persons: Michael H., Joan S.
Hopeful Person: Laura H.
Narrator 1: Hazel A.
Narrator 2: Alison G.
Mary: Chloe S.
Joseph: Adam D.
Angel Gabriel: Claire S.
Angels: Sylvie B., Lily H., Melissa P.
Shepherds: Matthew D., Andrew S.

Sunday, Dec. 7: Advent 2

Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. All flesh shall see the salvation of God. (Luke 3. 4, 6)

Opening Hymn: There’s a Voice in the Wilderness (CP 106)

Kyrie Eleison: (Sing) (BAS page 186)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, who sent your servant John the Baptist to prepare your people to welcome the Messiah, inspire us, the ministers and stewards of your truth, to turn our disobedient hearts to you, that when the Christ shall come again to be our judge, we may stand with confidence before his glory; who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Lighting of the Advent Wreath—A Candle Is Burning VU6

First Reading: Isaiah 40: 1-11

Psalm: 85: 1-2, 8-13 (BAS page 818)

Second Reading: 11Peter 3: 8-15a

Gradual: Comfort, Comfort Ye My People (CP 100)

Gospel: Matthew 1:1-8

Offertory: Sing a New Song unto the Lord (CP 312)

Prayer over the Gifts: God our strength, we are nothing without you. Receive all we offer you this day as you sustain us with you mercy; in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #2 (BAS page 196)

The Breaking of the Bread #5 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music:
Hope is a Star (VU7)
Come Lord Jesus (SA13)

Prayer After Communion (BAS page 214)

Recessional: Tomorrow Christ is Coming (words in bulletin - VU27)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Prayers for Healing: Carol W.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10am: Joyce H., Shirley C.
Lectors 10 am: Rita H., Margaret B.
Coffee Fellowship: Dianne J, Jim S.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Dora F., Irene M.

Nov. 30: Advent 1 / St. Andrew’s Day - Order of Service: Evensong

You shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth. (Acts 1.8)

NOTE: Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. NO 10:00 A.M. SERVICE TODAY. Evensong at 5:30 p.m.

The Service of Light (BAS page 61)

O Gracious Light (Phos Hilaron): Neil (BAS page 61)

Thanksgiving #4 (BAS page 63)

Opening Hymn: O Come O Come, Emmanuel (CP 89)

Canon Neil: O Lord, I call to you; come to me quickly;
All: Hear my voice when I cry to you.
Canon Neil: Let my prayer be set forth in your sight as incense,
All: The lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.
Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
Alleluia!

Lighting of the Advent Wreath—A Candle Is Burning (words in bulletin)

Psalm 19: 1—6 (BAS page 725)
Refrain (sung): The Heavens are telling the Holy One’s glory.

First Reading: Romans 10: 8b-18

Gradual: Sing of Andrew, John’s Disciple (CP 273)

Gospel: Matthew 4: 18-22

Sermon

Affirmation of Faith

Hear O Israel (BAS page 69)

Intercessions and Thanksgivings

Collect: Almighty God, who gave your apostle Andrew grace to believe in his heart and to confess with his lips that Jesus is Lord, touch our lips and our hearts that faith may burn within us, and we may share in the witness of your Church to the whole human family; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Lord’s Prayer (sing) (BAS page 70)

Canticle 20: The Song of Simeon (Choir) (BAS page 90)

Offertory: Arise, Your Light is Come (SFGP 19)

Recessional: Organ Voluntary

Pot luck supper after service

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Prayers for Healing: Richard F.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters: Dianne J., Jill S.
Lector: Beth T.

Pentecost 27: Sunday November 26

I am the vine, you are the branches, says the Lord. Those who abide in me, and I in them, bear much fruit. (John 15.5)

The flowers on the peace table are placed there by Alison Gates in loving memory of Chuck.

Opening Hymn: Hark, a Herald Voice is Sounding (CP 108)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, you sent your Son Jesus Christ to be the light of the world. Free us from all that darkens and ensnares us, and bring us to eternal light and joy; through the power of him who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Song: Come, Lord Jesus (SA13)

First Reading: Judges 4: 1-7

Psalm: 123 (BAS page 883)

Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11

Gradual: God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending (CP 601)

Gospel: Matthew 25: 14-30

Choose Life
Refrain:
Choose life, choose life that you may live
in the love of the Lord
Life, choose life that you may live in the love of the Lord.
.....Copyright, by permission under LicenSing#C6652

Offertory: Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ (SFGP63)

Prayer over the Gifts: Holy God, in this eucharist we renew our baptismal covenant. Help us, through our offering this day, to renounce all things that draw us from your love. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS page 193)

The Breaking of the Bread #2 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music
I Come With Joy CP60
Make Me a Channel of Your Peace (SFGP2)

Prayer after Communion: Gracious God, in this sacrament we have shared the body and blood of Christ. May we who have been nourished by holy things bear witness to his light, and share in his eternal priesthood; for he is Lord for ever and ever.

Recessional: The Trees of the Field (CP 662)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Richard F.
Preaching: Michael H.
Prayers for Healing: Laura H.
Communion Asst: Anne L.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Anne L., Jim S.
Lectors 10 am: Jenni S., Margaret B.
Coffee Fellowship: Edith & Herm P.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Pentecost 26—Remembrance - Nov. 9 2008. Reserved Sacrament

Watch and be ready, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. (Matthew 24. 42, 44)

Opening Hymn: Rejoice Today with One Accord (CP 318)

Hymn: O Canada - v.1 (CP 659)

Collect for Today: Eternal God, who caused all holy scriptures to be written for our learning, grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

Children’s Song: Saints Are like Mirrors

First Reading: Joshua 24: 1-3a, 14-25

Psalm: 78: 1-7 (BAS page 803)

Second Reading: 1Thessalonians 4: 13-18

Gradual: You Servants of the Lord (CP 93)

Gospel: Matthew 25: 1-13

Offertory: Spirit, Spirit of Gentleness (SFGP 108)

(During hymn the lay leaders prepare the Reserved Sacrament for distribution and the people's gifts are gathered)

Prayer over the Gifts: Gracious God, your word to us is food indeed. Receive all we offer you this day, and let your loving-kindness be our comfort, for the sake of Jesus Christ, your living word.

Eucharistic Prayer: We are about to celebrate by sharing the Holy Communion of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. In a celebration of the Holy Eucharist presided at by a priest, our church took this bread and this wine provided for us today and gave thanks in obedience to the Lord's command. We now complete the thanksgiving by this act of Holy Communion.

Communion Music:
Come Now, O Prince of Peace (CP 588)
Let There Be Peace on Earth (SFGP 128)

Prayer after Communion: Living God, in the Eucharist you fill us with new hope. May the power of your love, which we have known in word and sacrament, continue your saving work among us, and bring us to the joy you promise. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional: Love, Joy and Peace (SFGP57)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Fletsch F.
Lay Minister: Laura H.
Prayers for Healing: Michael H.
Communion Asst: Joyce H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters10 am: Edith P., Alison G.
Lectors10 am: Alison G., Audrey D.
Coffee Fellowship: Martha & Richard F.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Pentecost 25—All Saints, Nov. 2 2008

They are before the throne of God, and he who sits upon the throne will shelter them with his presence. (Revelation 7.15)

Opening Hymn: For All the Saints (CP 276)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, whose people are knit together in one holy church, the mystical Body of your Son, grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you; through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Song: Saints Are Like Mirrors

Commissioning of Vassell Johnson

First Reading: Revelation 7: 9-17

Psalm: 34

Second Reading: 1John 3: 1-3

Gradual: Blessed Are the Persecuted (CP 493)

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia (CP 712)

Gospel: Matthew 5: 1-12

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia (CP 712)

Candle lighting: You are ever a part of our lives; all the good you have shared will live on in our heart.

Offertory: Who Are These Like Stars Appearing (CP 281)

Prayer over the Gifts: Holy and mighty God, we give you thanks for the triumph of Christ in the lives of all his saints. Receive all we offer you this day, and help us, like them to run our course with faith, that we may come to your eternal kingdom. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #3 page 198

The Breaking of the Bread #2 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music:
Blest Are the Pure in Heart (CP 439)
Seek Ye First (CP 458)
Masithi Amen (CP 336)

Prayer after Communion: Lord of hosts, we praise your glory reflected in your saints. May we who share at this table be filled with the joy of your eternal kingdom, where Jesus is Lord, now and for ever.

Recessional: I Sing a Song of the Saints of God

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Prayers for Healing: Fletsch F.
Communion Asst: Linda S.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters10 am: Dora F., Irene M.
Lectors10 am: Gladys W., Nancy L.
Coffee Fellowship: Len Pitman family

Pentecost 24: October 26 2008

If you love me, you will keep my word, and my father will love you, and we will come to you. (John 14.23)

ORDER OF SERVICE

Opening Hymn: Draw the Circle Wide (CP418)

Praise Songs: (Sing)
All Heaven Declares
Hallelujah, My Father
He Is Exalted

Collect for Today: Lord God our redeemer, who heard the cry of your people and sent your servant Moses to lead them out of slavery, free us from the tyranny of sin and death, and by the leading of your Spirit bring us to our promised land; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: 1 Thessalonians

Psalm: 90: 1-6, 13-17 (BAS page 826)

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia

Gospel: Matthew 34-36

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia

The Creed (CP 44)

Intercessions - Kyrie, Kyrie, Eleison (Taize Response, SFGP51)

Offertory: Not for Tongues of Heaven’s Angels (CP494)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of constant love, you have guided your people in all times and ages. May we who offer you our praise today always be ready to follow where you lead; we ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #5 (BAS page 204)

The Breaking of the Bread #2 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music Ellen & Fletch

Prayer after Communion: God our guide, you have fed us with bread from heaven as you fed the people of Israel. May we who have been inwardly nourished be ready to follow you all our days; we ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional: Lord, the Light of Your Love Is Shining (CP 460)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Michael H.
Prayers for Healing: Carol W.
Communion Asst: Audrey D.
Music: Canon Neil, Fletsch & Ellen F., Jenni S.
Greeters 10 am: Joyce H., David B.
Lector 10 am: Rita H.
Greeter 8 am: Gladys W.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Pentecost 23: Sunday, Oct. 19 2008

Shine as light in the world, holding fast the word of life. (Philippians 2.15,16)

ORDER OF SERVICE

Opening Hymn: We Praise You, O God (CP342)

Collect for Today: Almighty and everliving God increase in us Your gift of faith, that forsaking what lies behind and reaching out to what is before, we may run the way of Your commandments and win the crown of everlasting joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Song: Oh, What a Wonderful Gift (SA57)

First Reading: Exodus 33: 12-23

Psalm: 99 (BAS page 837)

Second Reading: 1Thessalonians 1: 1-10

Gradual: A Spendthrift Lover is the Lord (CP177)

Gospel: Matthew 22: 15-22

Offertory: I, the Lord of Sea and Sky (VU509)

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, your word inspires our faith. May we who offer you our praise trust you in all things. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS page193)

The Breaking of the Bread #2 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music
As Longs the Hart for Flowing Streams (CP541)
We Are One (VU402)

Prayer after Communion: God of peace, you have nourished us in this sacrament with the body and blood of Christ. May we who have taken holy things keep faith in our hearts and lives, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: All Beautiful the March of Days (CP427)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Preacher: Laura H.
Lay Minister: Fletsch F.
Prayers for Healing: Ellen F.
Communion Asst: Rita H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Shirley C., Alison G.
Lectors 10 am: Jenni S., Rita H.
Coffee Fellowship: Edith & Herm P.
Greeters 8 am: Gord & Carroll M.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Pentecost 22: Sunday, October 12, Thanksgiving

Those who sowed with tears will reap with songs of joy. (Psalm 126.6)

Opening Hymn: Come, Ye Thankful People, Come (CP262)

Collect for Today: Creator of the fruitful earth, you made us stewards of all things. Give us grateful hearts for all your goodness, and steadfast wills to use your bounty well, that the whole human family, today and in generations to come, may with us give thanks for the riches of your creation. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Children’s Song: Oh, What a Wonderful Gift (SA1)

First Reading: Deuteronomy 8:7-18

Psalm 65: God’s Gifts
Refrain: We praise and thank you, Holy One, for your gifts to us.

Second Reading: 2Corinthians 9: 6-15

Gradual: God of the Sparrow (CP414)

Gospel: Luke 17: 11-19

Choir Anthem: All Good Gifts: Natalie Sleeth

Offertory: Sing to the Lord of Harvest (VU519) CP435

Prayer over the Gifts: Source of all life, the heaven and earth are yours, yet you have given us dominion over all things. Receive the symbols of our labour and love which we offer you this day, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 page193

The Breaking of the Bread (2) page 212

Communion Music
For the Fruit of All Creation CP259
Praise to God, Immortal Praise CP263

Prayer after Communion: God of our hope, in this Eucharist we find the source of all your blessings. Nourished in these holy mysteries may we, with our lives, give you continual thanks and praise. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional: We Plough the Fields and Scatter CP258

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Prayers for Healing: Michael H.
Communion Asst: Hazel A.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Server: Alison G.
Greeters: Laurie I., Gladys W.
Lectors: Alison G., Gladys W.
Coffe Fellowship: Martha & Richard F.

Pentecost 20: Sunday, Oct. 5

My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord; I know them and they follow me. (John 10.27)

ORDER OF SERVICE

Opening Hymn: Praise With Joy the World’s Creator (VU312)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, you have built your Church on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone. Join us together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may become a holy temple, acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Song: A Child of God (SA1)

First Reading: Exodus 20: 1-4, 7-9, 12-20

Psalm: 19 (BAS page 725)

Second Reading: Philippians 3: 4b-14

Gradual: Christ is Our Cornerstone (CP459 - Tune: Darwall 365 or 379)

Gospel: Matthew 21: 33-46

Offertory: Take My Life an Let It Be (CP435)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of truth, receive all we offer you this day. Make us worthy servants, strong to follow in the pattern of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS page193)

The Breaking of the Bread #2 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music:
One Bread, One Body CP73
May the Grace of Christ Our Saviour, verses (CP481 - Tune: Omni Die Dic Maria VU419)

Prayer after Communion: Almighty God, may we who have been strengthened by this Eucharist remain in your steadfast love, and show in our lives the saving mystery that we celebrate. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: Bless and Keep Us, God (SFGP132)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Carol W.
Prayers for Healing: Martha F.
Communion Asst: Rita H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Server: Alison G.
Greeters 10 am: Dianne J., Jim S.
Lectors 10 am: Jim S., Margaret B.
Coffee Fellowship: Hazel A., Jill S.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Doreen G.

Pentecost 20 - Contemporary Family Service, Sept. 28

My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord; I know them and they follow me. (John 10.27)

Opening Hymn: We’ll Sing in the Morning CP37

Praise Songs: (Sing):
Purify My Heart
Give Me Oil (SFGP130)
River of God

Collect for Today: Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered by your Holy Spirit into one, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Exodus 17: 1-7

Psalm: 78: 1-4, 12-16

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia

Gospel: Matthew 21: 23-32

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia

The Creed CP44

Intercessions - Taize Response (SFGP51)
Kyrie, Kyrie, Eleison

Offertory: Let My People Seek Their Freedom CP471

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, in Jesus Christ we behold your glory. Receive the offering of your people gathered before you, and open our hearts and mouths to praise your great salvation, the same Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 page193

The Breaking of the Bread (2) page 212

Communion Music Ellen & Fletch

Prayer after Communion: Father in heaven, strengthen the unity of your Church, so that we who have been fed with holy things may fulfill your will in the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional: Praise the Lord with the Sound of Trumpet CP309

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for Christine Muise as she begins her ministry in Golden.

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Michael H.
Prayers for Healing: Laura H.
Communion Asst: Audrey D.
Music: Canon Neil, Ellen & Fletsch F., Jenni S.
Greeters 10 am: Edith P., Alison G.
Lector 10 am: Margaret B.
Coffee Fellowship: Beth T., Jim S.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Dora F., Irene M.

PENTECOST 19: September 21 2008

Open our hearts, O Lord, to give heed to what is said by your Son.

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for those affected by the recent stock market crash.

ORDER OF SERVICE

Opening Hymn: Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken (CP388)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, you have created the heavens and the earth, and ourselves in your image. Teach us to discern your hand in all your in all your works and to serve you with reverence and thanksgiving; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Song: A Child of God (SA1)

First Reading: Exodus 16: 2-14

Gradual: Lord, We Hear Your Word with Gladness (CP447)

Gospel: Matthew 20: 1-16

Baptism: Paige Autumn Corbett (BAS page 153)

Hymn: You Are God’s Work of Art (CP39)

Offertory: Alleluia No 1 (CP405)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of power, the glory of your works fills us with wonder and awe. Accept our offering this day, and help us to live in peace and harmony with all your creation, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS page193)

The Breaking of the Bread #2 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music:
Here is Bread (WP58)
Eat This Bread and Never Hunger (VU471)

Prayer after Communion: Ruler of the universe, all creation yearns for its fulfilment in your Son. May we who have shared in holy things grow into maturity in him. This we ask in the name of the same Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional: Would You Bless Our Homes and Families (SFGP28)

WORSHIP LEADER:
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Laura H.
Prayers for Healing: Carol W.
Communion Asst: Raz T., Anne L.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Anne L.
Lector 10 am: Jim S.
Coffee Fellowship: Len Pitman Family
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Gladys W.

16TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST - Reserved Sacrament—Aug 31, 2008

May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes of our hearts, that we may know what is the hope to which he has called us. (Ephesians 1. 17,18)

Processional Hymn: The Love of Jesus Calls Us (CP434)

Collect: Author and Giver of all good things, graft in our hearts the love of your name, increase in us true religion, nourish us in all goodness, and of your great mercy keep us in the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Exodus 3: 1-15

Psalm 105: 1-6, 23-26 (BAS page 845)

Second Reading: Romans 12: 9-21

Gradual Hymn: Open My Eyes That I May See (SFGP82)

Gospel: Matthew 16: 21-28

Offertory Hymn: For the Fruit of All Creation (CP259)

Prayer over the Gifts: Merciful God, receive all we offer you this day. Give us grace to love one another that your love may be made perfect in us. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Prayer after Communion: Almighty God, you renew us at your table with the bread of life. May your holy food strengthen us in love and help us to serve you in each other. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional Hymn: Take My Life, and Let it Be (CP435)

15th Sunday after Pentecost - Aug 24, 2008

Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. (Matthew 16.16)

Processional Hymn: Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty (CP1)

Collect: Almighty God, we are taught by your word that all our doings without love are worth nothing. Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of love, the true bond of peace and of all virtue; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Exodus 1:8—2:10

Psalm 124 (BAS page 884)

Second Reading: Romans 12: 1-8

Gradual Hymn: Fight the Good Fight with All Thy Might (CP503)

Gospel: Matthew 16: 13-20

Offertory Hymn: I Come With Joy (CP60)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of glory, receive all we offer this day as a symbol of our love, and increase in us that true and perfect gift. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Prayer after Communion: Living God, increase in us the healing power of your love. Guide and direct us that we may please you in all things, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional Hymn: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (CP425)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Una B.

NO SERVICE SUNDAY, AUG. 17

There will be no service at St. Andrew’s this coming Sunday, August 17^th.

Instead, the congregation will be gathering (along with the Diocese) at God’s Re-Creation – to be held at Selkirk College, Castlegar @ 10 am.

Signs will be posted.

If anyone needs a ride, please contact Canon Neil on his cell phone.

13TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST - Aug 10, 2008

I wait for the Lord; in his word is my hope. Psalm 130:4

Processional Hymn: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (CP384)

Collect: Almighty God, you sent your Holy Spirit to be the life and light of your Church. Open our hearts to the riches of your grace, that we may bring forth the fruit of the Spirit in love, joy, and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Genesis 37: 1-4, 12-28

Psalm 105: 1-6, 16-22 (BAS page 847)

Second Reading: Romans 10: 5-15

Gradual Hymn: The King of Love, My Shepherd Is (CP520)

Gospel: Matthew 14: 22-33

Offertory Hymn: My Faith Looks Up To Thee (CP551)

Prayer over the Gifts: Father, receive all we offer you this day, and grant that in this Eucharist we may be enriched by the gifts of the Spirit. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Prayer after Communion: Eternal God, grant to your Church the unity and peace that we have tasted in this Eucharist, the fruit of your life-giving Spirit. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional Hymn: Will You Come and Follow Me? (CP430)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Una B.

12TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST—AUGUST 3, 2008

We do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God. (Matthew 4.4)

Processional Hymn: Sing A New Song unto the Lord (CP312)

Collect: Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ fed the hungry with the bread of his life and the word of his kingdom. Renew your people with your heavenly grace, and in all our weakness sustain us by your true and living bread, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Genesis 32: 22-31

Psalm 17: 1-7, 15 (BAS page 720)

Second Reading: Romans 9: 1-5

Gradual Hymn: Praise to the Lord (CP382)

Gospel: Matthew 14: 13-21

Offertory Hymn: Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ (SFGP63 - words in bulletin)

Prayer over the Gifts: God our sustainer, accept all we offer you this day, and feed us continually with that bread which satisfies all hunger, your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ.

Prayer after Communion: God of grace, we have shared in the mystery of the body and blood of Christ. May we who have tasted the bread of life live with you for ever. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional Hymn: You Are Salt for the Earth (CP502)

WORSHIP LEADERS

Presider: Canon Neil Elliot

Music: Fletsch & Ellen Ferguson

11th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST—July 27, 2008

Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. (John 6.68)

Processional Hymn: Morning Has Broken (CP3)

Collect: O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy, increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

First Reading: Genesis 29: 15-18

Psalm 105: 1-11, 45b (BAS page 845)

Second Reading: Romans 8: 26-39

Gradual Hymn: Now the Green Blade Rises (CP237)

Gospel: Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52

Offertory Hymn: Take My Life and Let it Be (CP435)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of grace, accept all we offer you this day, as we look toward the glory you have promised. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Prayer after Communion: God of grace, we have received the memorial of the death and resurrection of your son. May your love, poured into us, bring us to your promises. We ask this in the name of our Redeemer Jesus Christ.

Recessional Hymn: Stand Up and Bless the Lord (CP350)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

10th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST—July 20, 2008 - Reserved Sacrament

My word shall accomplish that which I purpose, and prosper in the thing for which I sent it. (Isaiah 55.11)

Processional Hymn: Come, Ye Thankful People, Come (CP262)

Collect: Almighty God, your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence. Give us pure hearts and constant wills to worship you in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Genesis 28: 10-19a

Psalm 139: 1-12, 23-24 (BAS page 896)

Second Reading: Romans 8: 12-25

Gradual Hymn: Be Thou My Vision (CP505)

Gospel: Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43

Offertory Hymn: Worship the Lord (SFGP116 - words in bulletin)

Prayer over the Gifts: O God, accept our praise and thanksgiving. Help us in all we do to offer ourselves as a true and living sacrifice; through Jesus Christ the Lord.

Prayer after Communion: Living God, in this sacrament we have shared in your eternal kingdom. May we who taste this mystery forever serve you in faith, hope, and love. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional Hymn: In Christ There Is No East or West (CP484 - tune: St. Peter SFGP 111)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Fletsch Ferguson
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

9th Sunday after Pentecost:: July 13, 2008

The word is very near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart, so that you can do it. (Deuteronomy 30.14)

Processional Hymn: God, Whose Almighty Word (CP560)

Collect: Almighty God, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they find their rest in you. May we find peace in your service, and in the world to come, see you face to face; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Genesis 25: 19-34

Psalm 119: 105-112 (BAS page 875)

Second Reading: Romans 8: 1-11

Gradual Hymn: Lord, We Hear Your Word With Gladness (CP447)

Gospel: Matthew 13: 1-9, 18-23

Offertory Hymn: You Are Salt for the Earth (CP502)

Prayer over the Gifts: Father, your word creates in us a yearning for your kingdom. Receive all we offer you this day, and keep us in your peace; for the sake of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Prayer after Communion: Living God, in this sacrament we have shared in your eternal kingdom. May we who taste this mystery forever serve you in faith, hope, and love. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional Hymn: Sent Forth by God’s Blessing (SFGP96)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Many thanks to Julie A. for helping to clear out and re-organize the Sunday school cupboards.

Also, thanks To Our ‘Concrete Crew’ -George & Mike A., Raz T., Mitch & Tommy P. - Great Job!!

JULY 6: 8th Sunday After Pentecost

Blessed is our Father, Lord of heaven and earth, who has revealed these things to the simple.

Processional Hymn: All Beautiful the March of Days (CP427)

Collect: Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ has taught us that what we do for the least of your children we do also for him. Give us the will to serve others as he was the servant of all, who gave up his life and died for us, but lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever .

First Reading: Genesis 24: 34-38, 42-49, 58-67

Psalm 45 10-17 (BAS page 762)

Second Reading: Romans 7: 15-25a

Gradual Hymn: Just As I Am (CP615)

Gospel: Matthew 11: 16-19, 25-30

Offertory Hymn: In Loving Partnership (SFGP102)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of heaven and earth, receive our sacrifice of praise, and strengthen us for the perfect freedom of your service, through our Saviour Jesus Christ.

Prayer after Communion: O God, may we who have shared in holy things never fail to serve you in your world, and so come to the fullness of joy, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional Hymn: I Dance In the Morning—VU352

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

Summer Office Hours: During July and August, the office will be open on Tuesday mornings from 9—Noon.

SUNDAY, JUNE 22 2008: PENTECOST 6

"The Spirit of truth will bear witness to me, says the Lord; and you also are witnesses." John 15.26,27

Opening Hymn: O Worship the King (CP380)

Collect for Today: O God our defender, storms rage about us and cause us to be afraid. Rescue your people from despair, deliver your sons and daughters from fear, and preserve us all from unbelief; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and ever.

Children’s Song: Jesus is a Friend of Mine

First Reading: Genesis 21: 8-21

Psalm 86: 1-10, 16-17 (page 819)

Second Reading: Romans 6: 1b-11

Gradual: Blessed Are the Persecuted (CP493)

Gospel: Matthew 10: 24-39

Offertory: Seek Ye First (CP458)

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, you have made our Saviour Jesus Christ the head of all creation. Receive all we offer you this day and renew us in his risen life, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer (#1 - page 193)

The Breaking of The Bread (#2 - page 212)

Communion Music:
He Came Down (CP368)

Prayer after Communion: Almighty God, guide and protect your people who share in this sacred mystery, and keep us always in your love; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional: Here In This Place New Light Is Streaming (CP465)

WORSHIP LEADERS:
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Richard F.
Prayers for Healing: Martha F.
Communion Asst: Hazel A.
Music: Canon Neil
Greeters 10 am: Raz T., Anne L.
Lectors 10 am: Nancy L., Beth T.
Coffee Fellowship: Martha & Richard F.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Dora F. & Irene M.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to all who contributed to the success of the Primate’s visit.

Readings for Pentecost 7: Genesis 22: 1-14; Psalm 13; Romans 6: 12-23; Matthew 10: 40-42. Musicians: Dr. Paul Crawford

June 15 2008: Pentecost 5 (Father's Day)

The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the gospel. Mark 1.15

Opening Hymn: Draw the Circle Wide (CP418)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, without you we are not able to please you. Mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Song: Jesus is a Friend of Mine

Reading: Romans: 5: 1-8

Psalm Song: Sing a New Song Unto the Lord (CP312)

Gospel: Matthew 9: 35-10:8

The Creed: I Believe In God Almighty (CP44)

Offertory: Let All Things Now Living (x2) (CP403)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of reconciliation and forgiveness, the saving work of Christ has made our peace with you. May that work grow toward its perfection in all we offer you this day. We ask this in his name.

Eucharistic Prayer 5 (page 204)

The Breaking of The Bread 2 (page 212)

Communion Music: Fletsch & Ellen

Prayer after Communion: Holy and blessed God, as you give us the body and blood of your Son, guide us with your Holy Spirit, that we may honour you not only with our lips but also in our lives. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional: Here I Am Lord (VU509)

WORSHIP LEADERS

Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Prayers for Healing: Carol W.
Communion Assts: Rita H., Audrey D.
Music: Fletsch & Ellen F.
Greeters 10 am: Dianne J., Shirley C.
Lector 10 am: Jim S.
Coffee Fellowship: Alison G., Jim S.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Gladys W.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to everyone who took the time to come to the Creating Trustworthy Communities Workshop.

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for the Parish of Golden who have been without a priest for a year.

Readings for Pentecost 6: Genesis 21: 8-21; Psalm 86: 1-10, 16-17; Romans 6: 1b-11; Matthew 10: 24-39. Musicians: Dr. Paul Crawford

PENTECOST 4: JUNE 8 2008

The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the gospel. Mark 1.15

Opening Hymn: To Abraham and Sarah CP468

Collect for Today: O God, you have assured the human family of eternal life through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Deliver us from the death of sin and raise us to new life in him, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Song: Jesus is a Friend of Mine

First Reading: Genesis 12: 1-9

Psalm 33: 1-12 (page743)

Second Reading: Romans 4: 13-25

Gradual: Will You Come and Follow Me (CP430)

Gospel: Matthew 9: 9-13, 18-26

Offertory: Walk With Me (VU649)

The Breaking of The Bread (#2, page 212)

Prayer over the Gifts: Merciful God and Father, in Adam’s fall we were born to death; in the new Adam we are reborn to life. In all we offer you this day may we share a taste of your eternal kingdom. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Communion Music
I Come With Joy (CP60)
Holy Spirit (SFGP77)

Prayer after Communion: O God, we have shared in the mysteries of the body and blood of Christ. Nourish us by this feast, that we may live the risen life and serve you faithfully in the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: Praise to the Lord (CP382)

FLOWERS ON THE PEACE TABLE are placed there by Gladys W. and Hazel K. in loving memory.

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Prayers for Healing: Fletsch F.
Communion Asst: Joyce H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Val & Gary A.
Lectors 10 am: Audrey D., Anne L.
Coffee Fellowship: Len P. Family
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Gord & Carroll M.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to our garden volunteers for all their ongoing work. This weeks team included Jenni, Richard, Raz, Hazel & Don.

Readings for Pentecost 5: Genesis 18: 1-15; Psalm 116: 1-2, 12-19; Romans 5: 1-8; Mathew 9: 35-10:8. Musicians: Dr. Paul Crawford

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for the Parish of Summerland.

3rd SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST / BAPTISM SERVICE: JUNE 2008

I am the vine, and you are the branches, says the Lord. Those who abide in Me, and I in them, bear much fruit. (John 15:5)

ORDER OF SERVICE

NOTE: this is a tentative schedule

Opening hymn: Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken (CP 388)

Collect for today: Lord God of the nations, You have revealed Your will to all people and promised us Your saving help. May we hear and do what You command, that the darkness may be overcome by the power of Your light; through Your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever.

Children's song: Wind, Wind

First reading: Genesis 6:9-22
Gradual: God Is Our Strength And Refuge (bulletin)
Gospel: Matthew 7:21-29

Hymn: The Wise Man Built His House Upon The Rock (bulletin)

Sermon

Hymn: You Are God's Work Of Art (CP 39)

Baptism (p. 153)

The Peace

Offertory: In Loving Partnership (SFGP 102)

Prayer over the gifts: Merciful God, Your word inspires us to bring an offering of our love. May we always be ready to work according to Your will. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, the Lord.

Eucharist Prayer #1 (p. 193)
Breaking of the Bread #2 (p. 212)

Communion music:
What Is The Place (SFGP 70)
God Of The Sparrow (CP414)

Prayer after communion: Faithful God, as we are nourished by heavenly food, may we live according to Your will and show the fruits of Your love. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: Who Comes From God (CP 392)

WORSHIP LEADERS:

Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Prayers for Healing: Carol W.
Communion Assistant: Linda S.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 10 am.: Richard F., Joyce H.
Lectors 10 am: Rita H., Jeri W.
Coffee Fellowship: Edith P., Herm P.

Readings for Pentecost 4: Gen. 12:1-9; Psalm 33:1-12; Romans 4:13-25; Matt. 9:9-13, 18-26. Musician Dr. Paul Crawford.

CANON'S R.A.V.E.: Thank you to all those who contributed to the Outreach Luncheon.

2nd SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST / YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICE: MAY 25 2008

The word of God is living and active. It sifts the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12)

ORDER OF SERVICE

Opening hymn: Would You Bless Our Homes and Families, SFGP 28

Collect for today: Almighty God, grant us the Spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we who can do nothing good without You, may live according to Your holy will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children's song: Wind, Wind

First reading: Isaiah 49: 8-16a

Gradual: Make A Joyful Noise Unto The Lord

Gospel: Matthew 6:24-34

Creed: I Believe In God Almighty, CP 44

Response for Prayers of the People: Bless The Lord My Soul, CP 360

Offertory: Teach Me, God, To Wonder, SFGP 36

Prayer over the gifts: Merciful God, Your word inspires us to bring an offering of our love. May we always be ready to work according to Your will. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, the Lord.

Eucharist Prayer #5, p. 204

Breaking of the Bread #2, p. 212

Communion music: Fletsch & Ellen

Prayer after communion: Faithful God, as we are nourished by heavenly food, may we live according to Your will and show the fruits of Your love. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: Your Are Salt For The Earth, CP 502

CANON'S R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Mike A., Len P. & Harvey P. for their work on the garden drainage.

A TYPICAL 10:00 SERVICE at St. Andrews

St. Andrews Anglican is a liturgical church, which means that our services follow a regular pattern.

Our 10:00 service follows the Anglican Book of Alternative Services (BAS). A typical service is more or less like this:

OPENING HYMN - Priest, lay minister, and choir process to the front as we all sing. Our main hymnbook is Common Praise (CP), but we use others as well.

GATHERING OF THE COMMUNITY: set prayers, found on page 185 of the BAS.

GLORIA: Glory to God in the highest - usually sung.

COLLECT FOR THE DAY: A short prayer.

CHILDREN'S TIME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: The children come up front for a short talk by our priest, Canon Neil, before going to Sunday school. At St. Andrews we also ask for any upcoming birthdays and anniversaries in the congregation, and sing the Birthday Song and the Anniversary Song while the children are going down. We've also recently added a short children's song which the children (and the congregation) learn together.

After the children go to Sunday School we have our announcements, many of which are also listed in the bulletin.

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD: Each Sunday we have an Old Testament reading (the First Reading), a Psalm (printed in the BAS), a reading from the New Testament letters (the Second Reading), a Gradual hymn, and a Gospel reading. Lectors (volunteers from the congregation read the first and second readings, while the Lay Minister leads the responsive reading of the Psalm, and does the Gospel reading.

SERMON

APOSTLE'S CREED, said by everyone.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE: the Lay Minister offers prayers, with congregational responses (usually "Lord, hear our prayer").

CONFESSION: a group confession sin and repentence, read from the BAS.

THE PEACE: we sing a Peace song, and offer one anothe a sign of peace (shake hands with those around us).

CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST:

First we have an OFFERTORY hymn. This is when the collection is taken up.

Then comes the PRAYER OVER THE GIFTS.

The priest then offers the EUCHARISTIC PRAYER, offering one of several given in the BAS.

We sing the LORD'S PRAYER.

The priest continues the Eucharistic prayer with the BREAKING OF THE BREAD.

We sing the LAMB OF GOD.

During COMMUNION, people come up to the altar rail and kneel (or stand) to receive communion. (All are welcome to come up for communion). The choir goes up first, and sings the COMMUNIONS MUSIC during the rest of communion.

PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION: a short prayer offered by the priest.

DOXOLOGY: we all sing this - "Glory to God, whose power working in us can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine! Glory to God from generation to generation, in the church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever, forever and ever, Amen!"

BLESSING: The priest blesses the congregation.

RECESSIONAL: We sing the recessional hymn as priest and choir go out. The Lay Minister offers a short going-forth prayer, to which we respond "Thanks be to God!"