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.