Friday, September 18, 2009

PENTECOST 16: SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 - Reserved Sacrament

God has called us through the gospel, so that we may obtain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. (2 Thessalonians 2.14

Opening Hymn: Part of the Family (SFGP 44 - words in bulletin)

Gathering of the Community (BAS pg 185)

Gloria (sing - BAS pg 186)

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 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 Time: Jesus Loves Me (VU 365 - words in bulletin)

Announcements & Welcome

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD:

First Reading: Proverbs 31: 10-31

Psalm 1 (BAS page 705)

Second Reading: James 3: 13-4:3, 7-8a

Gradual: Sister, Let Me Be Your Servant (v.v.1,2,5,6 - CP 500)

Gospel: Mark 9: 30-37

Sermon

The Apostles’ Creed (BAS pg 189)

Prayers of the People

Confession (BAS pg 191)

The Peace (sing)

CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST:

Offertory: God of Grace and God of Glory (CP 577)

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.

Lord’s Prayer: (Sing - BAS page 211)

Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music:
As We Gather at Your Table (CP 61)
Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song (CP 635)

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.

Doxology: (sing - BAS page 214)

Blessing

Recessional: For the Healing of the Nations (CP 576)


WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider...........Richard Fish
Preaching..........Fletsch Ferguson
Lay Minister.......Beth Truant
Healing Prayers....Ellen Ferguson
Communion Asst.....Hazel Arnold
Music..............Dr. Paul Crawford
Lectors 10 am......Jim Sturgeon, Rita Holmes
Greeters 10 am.....Dianne Jenkins, Jill Sibbald
Coffee Fellowship..Hazel Arnold, Jo Slywka
Lector 8 am........Gladys Wirsch
Greeter 8 am.......Gord & Carroll McKenzie

Friday, September 11, 2009

PENTECOST 15: SUNDAY, SEPT. 13 2009

I do not glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. (Galatians 6.14)

Opening Hymn: Who Comes From God (CP 392)

GATHERING OF THE COMMUNITY (BAS pg 185)

Gloria (sing) (BAS pg 186)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, you call your Church to witness that in Christ we are reconciled to you. Help us so to proclaim the good news of your love, that all who hear it may turn to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Children’s Time: Jesus Loves Me (VU 365 - words in bulletin)

Announcements & Welcome

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD:

First Reading: Proverbs 1: 20-33

Psalm 19 (BAS page 725)

Second Reading: James 3: 1-12

Gradual: How Clear is Our Vocation, Lord (CP 466)

Gospel: Mark 8: 27-38

Sermon

The Apostles’ Creed (BAS pg 189)

Prayers of the People

Confession (BAS pg 191)

The Peace (Sing)

CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST:

Offertory: Take My Life and Let it Be (CP 435)

Prayer over the Gifts: Holy God, accept all we offer you this day. May we who are reconciled at this table bring wholeness to our broken world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS page 193)

Lord’s Prayer: (Sing - BAS page 211)

The Breaking of the Bread #1 (BAS page 212)

Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music:
Wind Upon the Waters (CP 408)
Make Me a Channel of Your Peace (SFGP 2)

Prayer after Communion: God of peace, in this eucharist we have been reconciled to you and to our neighbours. May we who have been nourished by holy things always have the courage to forgive. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Doxology: (sing - BAS page 214)

Blessing

Recessional: Draw the Circle Wide (CP 418)


WORSHIP LEADERS:
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth Truant
Communion Asst. Pat McCabe
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Lectors 10 am: Alison Gates, Audrey Dawson
Greeters 10 am: Shirley Coffin, Alison Gates
Coffee Fellowship: Dianne Jenkins
Lector 8 am: Gladys Wirsch
Greeter 8 am: Laurie Ingersole

Friday, September 4, 2009

PENTECOST 14: SUNDAY SEPT. 6 2009

Jesus preached the gospel of the kingdom and healed every infirmity among the people. (Matthew 4:23)

Processional Hymn: Come, Christians Join to Sing (SFGP 38 - words in bulletin)

Collect: Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that richly bearing the fruit of good works, we may by you be richly rewarded; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Proverbs 22: 1-2, 8-9, 22-23

Psalm 125 (BAS page 884)

Second Reading: James 2: 1-10 (11-13) 14-17

Gradual Hymn: Your Hands, O Lord, In Days of Old (CP 293)

Gospel: Mark 7: 24-37

Offertory Hymn: Jesu, Jesu, Fill Us With Your Love (CP 504)

Prayer over the Gifts: Great and holy God, accept our offering of labour and love. May we bring you true and spiritual worship and be one with you. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Prayer after Communion: Father, your word and sacrament give us food and life. May we who have shared in holy things bear fruit to your honour and glory, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional Hymn: O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing (CP 306)

WORSHIP LEADERS

Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

PENTECOST 13: SUNDAY AUGUST 30 2009 (Reserved Sacrament)

The Father brought us forth by the word of truth that we should be a kind of first fruits of his creatures. (James 1.18)

Processional Hymn: Fairest Lord Jesus (CP 619)

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: Song of Solomon 2:8-13

Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9 (BAS page 762)

Second Reading: James 1:17-27

Gradual Hymn: Blest Are the Pure in Heart (CP 439)

Gospel: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Offertory Hymn: Just As I Am (CP 615)

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: I Am the Light of the World (SFGP 24 - words in bulletin)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Michael Hargreaves
Music: Kenn Zuk

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

PENTECOST 12: SUNDAY AUGUST 23

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

Processional Hymn: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (CP 425)

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: 1 Kings 8:22-30, 41-43

Psalm 84 (BAS page 817)

Second Reading: Ephesians 6:10-20

Gradual Hymn: Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness (CP 397)

Gospel: John 6:56-69

Offertory Hymn: All Things Are Thine (CP 304)

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: Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah (CP 565)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Kenn Zuk

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

PENTECOST 11: SUNDAY AUGUST 16 2009

Those who eat my flesh and drink my blood abide in me and I in them, says the Lord. (John 6.56)

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

Collect: Almighty God, you have broken the tyranny of sin and sent into our hearts the Spirit of your Son. Give us grace to dedicate our freedom to your service, that all people may know the glorious liberty of the children of God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: 1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14

Psalm 111 (BAS page 860)

Second Reading: Ephesians 5:15-20

Gradual Hymn: Be Thou My Vision (CP 505)

Gospel: John 6:51-58

Offertory Hymn: There’s a Spirit in the Air (SFGP 30 - words in bulletin)

Prayer over the Gifts: Loving God and Father, you have adopted us to be your heirs. Accept all we offer you this day and give us grace to live as faithful children. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Prayer after Communion: Eternal God, we have received a token of your promise. May we who have been nourished by holy things live as faithful heirs of your promised kingdom, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Recessional Hymn: Now Thank We All Our God (CP 399)


WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Kenn Zuk

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

PENTECOST 9: SUNDAY AUGUST 2 2009

We do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God. (Matthew 4:4)

Processional Hymn: God, We Praise You for the Morning (VU 415 - words in bulletin)

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: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13a

Psalm 51:1-12 (BAS page 770)

Second Reading: Ephesians 4: 1-16

Gradual Hymn: O God, Unseen Yet Ever Near (CP 52)

Gospel: John 6: 24-35

Offertory Hymn: I Come With Joy (CP60)

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: In Christ There Is No East or West (CP484)


WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Music: Kenn Zuk

Thursday, June 11, 2009

PENTECOST 2: SUNDAY, JUNE 14

Quietly accept the message planted in your hearts; it can bring you salvation. (James 1.21)

Opening Hymn: Hail to the Lord’s Anointed (CP 101)

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 Time Sunday School Awards - You are God’s Work of Art (words in bulletin)

First Reading: 1 Samuel 15: 34– 16:13

Psalm 20 (BAS page726)

Second Reading: 11Romans 5: 6-17

Gradual: Almighty God, Thy Word is Cast (CP 478)

Gospel: Mark 4: 26-34

Sermon

The Baptism: Boden John Whaley (BAS page153)
Hymn: You Are God’s Work of Art (CP 39)

Offertory: You Are Salt for the Earth (CP 502)

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 #1 (BAS page 193)

The Breaking of the Bread #1 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music
God Who Touchest Earth With Beauty (CP 422)
In the Bulb There is a Flower (VU 703)

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: The Trees of the Field (CP 662)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Michael H.
Prayers for Healing: Laura H.
Communion Asst: Geoff B.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters:: Dianne J., Joan S.
Lectors: Audrey D., Beth T.
Coffee Fellowship: Dianne J., Jim S.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

PENTECOST: SUNDAY MAY 31 (ONE SERVICE ONLY, 10:00)

Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful; and kindle in us the fire of your love.

Opening Hymn: Come, Children Join to Sing (SFGP 38- words in bulletin)

Collect for Today: Almighty and ever-living God, who fulfilled the promises of Easter by sending us Your Holy Spirit and opening to every race and nation the way of life eternal, keep us in the unity of Your Spirit, that every tongue may tell of Your glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Dance With the Spirit (SA14 - words in bulletin)

First Reading: Acts 2: 1-21

Psalm 104: 24-34, 35b (BAS page 844)

Second Reading: Romans 8: 22-27

Gradual: Spirit of the Living God (CP 647)

Gospel: John 15:26-27, 16: 4b-15

Offertory: Spirit, Spirit of Gentleness (SFGP 108 - words in bulletin)

Prayer over the Gifts: Living God, receive all we offer you this day. Grant that hearing your word and responding to your Spirit, we may share in your divine life. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #3 (BAS page 198)

Breaking of Bread #1 (BAS page 212)

Communion Music
Spirit of Life (SA65)
Wind, Wind (B19)

Prayer after Communion: Almighty and eternal God, may we who have received this Eucharist worship You in all we do, and proclaim the glory of Your majesty. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: She Comes Sailing on the Wind (CP 656)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Prayers for Healing: Carol W.
Server: Alison G.
Communion Asst: Anne L.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters:: Dianne J., Jim S.
Lectors: Jim S., Gladys W.
Coffee Fellowship: Harvey P., Joan K.

Thursday, May 21, 2009

EASTER 7: CONTEMPORARY FAMILY SERVICE, SUNDAY, MAY 24 2009

I will not leave you desolate, says the Lord: I will come to you. (John 14.18)

Opening Hymn: As We Gather at Your Table (CP 61)

Praise Songs:
He Is Exalted
Majesty
Make Way

Collect for Today: Almighty God, You have exalted Your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to Your kingdom in heaven. Mercifully give us faith to know that, as He promised, He abides with us on earth to the end of time; who is alive and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: 1 John 5: 9-13

Psalm: 1 (BAS page 705)

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia
Gospel: John 17: 6-19
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia

The Creed (sing - CP 44)

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

Offertory: There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy (CP 606)
…...LMWS prepares altar…..

Prayer over the Gifts: Source of all joy, receive our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Keep us in the love of Christ and bring us to the vision of His glory; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #5 (BAS page 204)

Breaking of Bread #8 (BAS page 213)

Communion Music Fletsch & Ellen

Prayer after Communion: Eternal God, may we who share Christ’s banquet be one with Him as He is one with You. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, the risen and ascended Lord.

Recessional: Let There Be Light (CP 572)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Prayers for Healing: Laura H.
Communion Asst: Linda S.
Music: Fletsch & Ellen Ferguson, Canon Neil, Jenni Sirges, Jeri Woods
Greeters 10 am: Shirley C, Catherine W.
Lector 10 am: Alison G.
Coffee Fellowship: Hazel A, Alison G.
Greeters 8 am: Dora F, Irene M.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

EASTER 6: SUNDAY, MAY 17 - RESERVED SACRAMENT

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

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

Collect for Today: Merciful God, you have prepared for those who love you riches beyond imagination. Pour into our hearts such love toward you, that we, loving you above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Jesus is a Friend of Mine

First Reading: Acts 10: 44-48

Psalm 98 (BAS page 836)

Second Reading: 1 John 5: 1-6

Gradual: Not for Tongues of Heaven’s Angels (CP 494)

Gospel: John 15:9-17

Offertory: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling (CP 486)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of glory, accept all we offer you this day, and bring us to that eternal city of love and light, where Christ is King. We ask this in his name.

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:
Breathe on Me Breath of God (CP 649)
Prayer of St. Francis—Make Me A Channel Of Your Peace (SFGP 2 - words in bulletin)

Prayer after Communion: Father, you restored us to life by raising your Son from death. May we who receive this sacrament always be strengthened to do your will, in the name of Jesus Christ the risen Lord.

Recessional: Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus (CP 461)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Carol W.
Lay Minister: Fletsch F.
Prayers for Healing: Ellen F.
Communion Asst: Rita H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Joan S., Joyce H.
Lectors 10 am: Joan K., Harvey P.
Coffee Fellowship: Beth T.
Greeters 8 am: Gladys W.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Friday, May 8, 2009

EASTER 5: SUNDAY, MAY 10 2009

I am the vine, you are the branches, says the Lord. Those who abide in me, and I in them, bear much fruit. (John 14.6)

Opening Hymn: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (CP 425)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, your son Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life. Give us grace to love one another and walk in the way of his commandments, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: He Came Down (CP 368)

First Reading: Acts 8: 25-40

Psalm 22: 25-31 (BAS page 730)

Second Reading: 1John 4:7-21

Gradual: God the Creator (CP 445)

Gospel: John 15:1-8

Offertory: Come Down, O Love Divine (CP 645)

Prayer over the Gifts: Gracious God, you show us your way and give us your divine life. May everything we do be directed by the knowledge of your truth. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the risen Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS page 193)

Breaking of Bread #8 (BAS page 213)

Communion Music:
Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song (CP 635)
Ubi Caritas et Amor (CP 553)

Prayer after Communion: God of love, in this Eucharist we have heard your truth and shared in your life. May we always walk in your way, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: Lord, Dismiss Us With Your Blessing (CP 570)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Carol W.
Prayers for Healing: Lesley E.
Communion Asst: Audrey D.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Edith P., Anne L.
Lectors 10 am: Beth T., Margaret B.
Coffee Fellowship: Len P. Family
Greeters 8 am: Carroll & Gord M.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

EASTER 4: SUNDAY MAY 3

I am the good shepherd, says the Lord: I know my own and my own know me. (John 10.14)

Opening Hymn: Praise to the Lord (CP 382)

Collect for Today: O God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, that great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, make us perfect in every good work to do your will, and work in us that which is well-pleasing in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Children’s Time He Came Down (CP 368)

First Reading: Acts 4: 5-12

Psalm 23: The King of Love My Shepherd Is (CP 520)

Second Reading: 1 John 3:16-24

Gradual: Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service (CP 585)

Gospel: John 10: 11-18

Offertory: Lead Us, Heavenly Father, Lead Us (CP 564)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of loving care, you spread before us the table of life, and give us the cup of salvation to drink. Keep us always in the fold of your Son Jesus Christ, our Saviour and our shepherd.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS page 193)

Breaking of Bread #8 (BAS page 213)

Communion Music:
Shepherd of Souls Refresh and Bless (CP 85)
Alleluia, Glory to God (CP 457)

Prayer after Communion: God of steadfast love, watch over the Church redeemed by the blood of your Son. May we who share in these holy mysteries come safely to your eternal kingdom, where there is one flock and one shepherd. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the risen Lord.

Recessional: More Than We Can Ask or Imagine (CP 86)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Richard F.
Prayers for Healing: Fletsch F.
Communion Asst: Hazel A.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Joan K., Harvey P.
Lectors 10 am: Nancy L., Rita H.
Coffee Fellowship: Dianne J., Jim S.
Greeter 8 am:
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

EASTER 3, SUNDAY, APRIL 26 2009 - CONTEMPORARY FAMILY SERVICE

Lord Jesus, open to us the scriptures; make our hearts burn within us while you speak. (Luke 24.32)

Order of Service—Contemporary

Opening Hymn: FROM HEAVEN YOU CAME

Gathering of the Community (BAS page 185)

Praise Songs:
HALLELUJAH, MY FATHER
CELEBRATE JESUS
LORD, I LIFT YOUR NAME ON HIGH
MAJESTY

Collect for Today: O God, your Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread. Open the eyes of our faith, that we may see him in his redeeming work who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Announcements

First Reading: Acts 3: 12-19

Psalm: 4 (BAS page 707)

Gospel: Luke 24: 36b-48

Sermon

The Creed (sing) (CP 44)

Intercessions - Taize Response (SFGP 51): Kyrie, Kyrie, Eleison

The Peace (Sing)

Offertory: I Come With Joy (CP 60)

…...LMWS prepares altar…..

Prayer over the Gifts: Creator of all, you wash away our sins in water, you give us new birth by the Spirit, and redeem us in the blood of Christ. As we celebrate the resurrection, renew your gift of life within us. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the risen Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #5 (BAS page 204)

Lord’s Prayer (Sing) (BAS page 211)

Breaking of Bread #8 (BAS page 213)

Lamb of God (Sing)

Communion Music Fletsch & Ellen

Prayer after Communion: Author of life divine, in the breaking of bread we know the risen Lord. Feed us always in these mysteries, that we may show your glory to all the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Doxology: (sing) (BAS page 214)

Blessing

Recessional: Glorious in Majesty (CP 618)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Prayers for Healing: Lesley E.
Communion Asst: Pat M.
Music: Fletsch & Ellen F., Canon Neil, Jenni S.
Greeters 10 am: Mark & Mia S., Raz T.
Lector 10 am: Jim S.
Coffee Fellowship: Hazel A., Jo S.
Greeter 8 am: Doreen G.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.

Friday, April 17, 2009

EASTER 2: SUNDAY, APRIL 19 2009 - Reserved Sacrament

Have you believed, Thomas, because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe. (John 20.29)

Opening Hymn: Christ is Risen, Christ is Risen (CP 220)

Collect for Today: Almighty and eternal God, the strength of those who believe and the hope of those who doubt, may we, who have not seen, have faith and receive the fullness of Christ’s blessing, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: He Came Down (CP 368)

First Reading: Acts 4: 32-35

Psalm 133 (BAS page 890)

Second Reading: 1 John 3: 1-7

Gradual: Alleluia! O Sons and Daughters (v.v.1,4-8 only) CP228

Gospel: John 20: 19-31

Offertory: Lord of the Dance (VU352)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of grace, you have freed us from our sins and made us a kingdom in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Accept all we offer you this day, and strengthen us in the new life you have given us, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

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
We Walk by Faith, and Not by Sight (blue book) CP244
Now the Green Blade Rises (blue book) CP237

Prayer after Communion: Father, we have seen with our eyes and touched with out hands the bread of life. Strengthen our faith that we may grow in love for you and for each other; through Jesus Christ the risen Lord.

Recessional: Alleluia No. 1 (CP 405)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Fletsch F.
Lay Minister: Carol W.
Prayers for Healing: Ellen F.
Communion Asst: Pat M.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters: Shirley C., Catherine W.
Lectors: Harvey P., Joan K.
Coffee Fellowship: Harvey P., Joan K.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

EASTER SUNDAY: APRIL 12 2009

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; therefore let us keep the feast. (1 Corinthians 5.7-8)

Opening Hymn: Jesus Christ Is Risen Today (CP 203)

Gathering of the Community (BAS page 185)

Gloria: (Sing) (BAS page 186)

Collect for Today: Lord of life and power, through the mighty resurrection of your Son, you have overcome the old order of sin and death and have made all things new in him. May we, being dead to sin and alive to you in Jesus Christ, reign with him in glory, who with you and the Holy Spirit is alive, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Halle, Halle, Halle (SFGP 21 - words in bulletin)

Announcements

First Reading: Acts 10: 34-43

Psalm 118: (Sing)
Refrain: God’s faithful love endures forever. Hallelujah!

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15: 1-11

Gradual: The Tomb is Empty! Come and See (CP 230)

Gospel: John 20: 1—18

Gospel Acclamation: Halle, Halle, Halle (SFGP 21 - words in bulletin)

Sermon

Choir Anthem: Antiphonal Alleluia—G. Alan Smith

The Apostles’ Creed (BAS page 189)

Prayers of the People

Confession (BAS page 191)

The Peace (Sing - words in bulletin)

Offertory: Yours Be the Glory, Risen, Conquering Son (CP 210)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of our strength and salvation, receive all we offer you this day, and grant that we who have confessed your name, and received new life in baptism, may live in the joy of resurrection, through Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #3 (BAS page 199)

Lord’s Prayer: (Sing) (BAS page 211)

The Breaking of the Bread #8 (BAS page 213)

Lamb of God: (Sing - words in bulletin)

Communion Music
Walk Softly in Springtime (CP 209)
In the Bulb There is a Flower (VU 703)
Joy Comes with the Dawn (VU 166)

Prayer after Communion: God of life, bring us to the glory of the resurrection promised in this Easter sacrament. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the risen Lord.

Doxology: (sing) (BAS page 214)

Blessing

Recessional: The Day of Resurrection (CP 205)

Don’t forget ….there will be an Easter egg hunt in the garden after the service!

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Laura H.
Prayers for Healing: Fletsch F.
Communion Asst: Anne L.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters: Joyce H., Jim S.
Lectors: Jenni S., Gladys W.
Coffee Fellowship: Laurie I., Jill S.

Thursday, April 2, 2009

PALM SUNDAY: THE SUNDAY OF THE PASSION. APRIL 5 2009

“Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest heaven!” (Luke 19: 38)

The Liturgy of the Palms:
Celebrant: Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
All: Hosanna in the highest
Introduction
Processional Gospel: (All Stand) Mark 11: 1-11
The Blessing of the Palms
Celebrant: The Lord be with you.
All: And also with you.
Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
All: It is right to give our thanks and praise.
Procession of the Palms
Celebrant: Let us go forth in peace.
All: In the name of Christ. Amen

Processional Chorus: Sing Hosanna
Sing Hosanna, Sing Hosanna,
Sing Hosanna to the King of kings.
Sing Hosanna, Sing Hosanna,
Sing Hosanna to the King

Hymn: All Glory, Laud & Honour (CP 181)

Collect: Almighty and ever-living God, in tender love for all our human race You sent your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ to take our flesh and suffer death upon a cruel cross. May we follow the example of his great humility, and share in the glory of his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

The Liturgy of the Passion:

First Reading: Isaiah 50: 4—9a
Psalm 31: 9—16 (BAS page 740)
Second Reading: Philippians 2: 5—11
Gradual: Into Jerusalem Jesus Rode CP183
Holy Gospel—Dramatic Reading: Mark 14: 1-15:47
The Prayers of the People
The Peace (Sing)
The Great Thanksgiving
Offertory: My Song is Love Unknown CP184

Prayer Over The Gifts: Gracious God, the suffering and death of Jesus, your only Son, makes us pleasing in your sight. Alone we can do nothing, but through his sacrifice, may we receive your love and mercy.

Eucharistic Prayer #2 (BAS page 196)

The Breaking of The Bread #7 (BAS page 213)

Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music
When I Needed a Neighbour (VU600 - words in bulletin)
Jesus, Remember Me (CP 634)

Prayer after Communion: All your works praise you, O Lord. And your faithful servants bless you……..

Announcements & Birthdays

Blessing

Recessional: Come and Journey With a Saviour CP482

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Michael H.
Healing Prayers: Laura H.
Communion Asst: Joyce H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Server: Alison G.
Greeters 10 am: Joan K., Harvey P.
Lectors 10 am: Alison G., Audrey D.
Coffee Fellowship: Edith & Herm P.
Greeters 8 am: Gord & Carroll M.
Lector 8am: Gladys W.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

LENT 5: SUNDAY, MARCH 29 2009

Anyone who serves me must follow me, says the Lord, and where I am, there shall my servant be also. (John 12.26)

Opening Hymn: Sing Praises Old and New (blue book) CP469

Kyrie Eleison (sing) (BAS pg 186)

Collect for Today: Most merciful God, by the death and resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ, you created humanity anew. May the power of his victorious cross transform those who turn in faith to him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time Guide My Feet (CP 513)

First Reading: Jeremiah 31: 31-34

Psalm 51: 1-12 (BAS pg 770)

Second Reading: Hebrews 5: 5-10

Gradual: Here in This Place New Light is Streaming (CP 465)

Gospel: John 12: 20-33

Offertory: Would You Bless Our Homes and Families (SFGP 28 - words in bulletin)

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, your only Son suffered death upon the cross to bring the world salvation. Accept the praise and thanksgiving we offer you this day, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #2 (BAS pg 196)

The Breaking of the Bread #7 (BAS pg 213)

Communion Music
A Spendthrift Lover Is the Lord (CP 177)
Guide My Feet (CP 513)

Prayer after Communion (BAS page 214): All your works praise you, O Lord. And your faithful servants bless you……..

Recessional: To God Be the Glory (CP 371)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Healing Prayers: Laura H.
Communion Asst: Linda S.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Server: Alison G.
Greeters 10 am: Shirley C., Edith P.
Lectors 10 am: Jim S., Nancy L.
Coffee Fellowship: Jim S., Jill S.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Laurie I.

Saturday, March 21, 2009

LENT 4: SUNDAY, MARCH 22 - CONTEMPORARY FAMILY SERVICE

God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3.16)

Opening Hymn: How Great Thou Art (CP 423)

Praise Songs: (Sing)
Purify My Heart
Be Still and Know

Collect for Today: Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world, evermore give us this bread, that He may live in us, and we in Him, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Psalm 107: 1-22 (BAS pg 852)

Gospel: John 3: 14-21

The Creed (sing - CP 44)

Intercessions - Taize Response (SFGP 51):
Kyrie, Kyrie, Eleison

Offertory: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (CP 386)
…...LMWS prepares altar…..

Prayer over the Gifts: God of mercy and compassion, Your Word calls us home to faith and love. Accept all we offer You this day, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #5 (BAS pg 204)

The Breaking of the Bread #7 (BAS pg 213)

Communion Music Ellen & Fletsch

Prayer after Communion (BAS page 214):
All your works praise you, O Lord. And your faithful servants bless you……..

Recessional: Let All Things Now Living (CP 403)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Carol W.
Healing Prayers: Martha F.
Communion Asst: Audrey D.
Music: Fletsch & Ellen F., Jenni S., Canon Neil
Greeters 10 am: Edith P., Alison G.
Lector 10 am: Beth T.
Coffee Fellowship: Hazel A., Alison G.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Doreen G.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

LENT 3: SUNDAY, MARCH 15

God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3.16)

Opening Hymn: Stand Up and Bless the Lord (CP 350)

Collect for Today: Father of mercy, alone we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves. When we are discouraged by our weakness, strengthen us to follow Christ, our pattern and our hope; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Guide My Feet (CP 513)

First Reading: Exodus 20: 1-17

Psalm 19 (BAS pg 725)

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1: 18-25

Gradual: God, You Have Caused to Be Written (CP 476)

Gospel: John 2: 13-22

Offertory: Lord Jesus of You I Will Sing (SFGP 20 - words in bulletin)

Prayer over the Gifts: Gracious God, we know your power to triumph over weakness. May we who ask forgiveness be ready to forgive one another, in the name of Jesus the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #2 (BAS pg 196)

The Breaking of the Bread #7 (BAS pg 213)

Communion Music:
Tree of Life and Awesome Mystery (v. 1-5, 6d) (CP 179)

Prayer After Communion (BAS page 214): All your works praise you, O Lord. And your faithful servants bless you……..

Recessional: Lift High the Cross (CP 602)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Healing Prayers: Carol W.
Communion Asst: Hazel A.
Music: Kenn Zuk
Greeters 10 am: Joyce H., Jill S.
Lectors 10 am: Audrey D., Rita H.
Coffee Fellowship: Len P. Family
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Dora F. & Irene M.

Thursday, February 26, 2009

LENT 1: SUNDAY MARCH 1

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

Opening Hymn: Come! Come! Everybody Worship (SA11 - words in bulletin)

Kyrie Eleison (sing) (BAS pg186)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, whose Son fasted forty days in the wilderness, and was tempted as we are but did not sin, give us grace to discipline ourselves in submission to your Spirit, that as you know our weakness, so we may know your power to save; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Jesu, Jesu, Fill Us With Your Love (CP 504)

First Reading: Genesis 9: 8-17

Psalm 25: 1-10 (BAS pg 733)
Sung Response:
Speak, O Lord, your servants are listening
Speak, O Lord, your people are waiting

Second Reading: 1Peter 3: 8-22

Gradual: Living Lord of Love’s Dominion (CP 453)

Gospel: Mark 1: 9-15

Offertory: O Jesus, I Have Promised (CP 438)

Prayer over the Gifts: God our refuge and our strength, receive all we offer you this day and through the death and resurrection of your Son transform us to his likeness. We ask this in his name.

Eucharistic Prayer #2 (BAS pg 196)

The Breaking of the Bread #7 (BAS pg 213)

Communion Music
There’s A Quiet Understanding (SFGP66)
Eat This Bread and Never Hunger (SA17)

Prayer After Communion (BAS page 214) All your works praise you, O Lord, And your faithful servants bless you...

Recessional: Love, Joy, and Peace (SFGP57 - words in bulletin)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Laura H.
Healing Prayers: Michael H.
Communion Asst: Pat M.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Kenn Zuk
Greeters 10 am: Shirley C., Dianne J.
Lectors 10 am: Nancy L., Alison G.
Coffee Fellowship: Martha & Richard F.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Gord & Carroll M.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY: FEB. 22 2009

This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him. (Luke 7.16)

Opening Hymn: Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness (CP 397)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, on the holy mount you revealed to chosen witnesses your well-beloved son, wonderfully transfigured: mercifully deliver us from the darkness of this world, and change us into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Alleluia

Reading: II Corinthians 4: 2-6

Gradual: ‘Tis Good, Lord, to Be Here (CP 167)

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia

Gospel: Mark 9: 2-9

Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia

The Creed I Believe in God Almighty (CP 44)

Intercessions - Taize Response (SFGP 51 - words in bulletin)

Offertory: One Bread, One Body, One Lord of All (CP 73)

…...LMWS prepares altar…..

Prayer over the Gifts: Holy God, receive all we offer you this day, and bring us to that radiant glory which we see in the transfigured face of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #5 (BAS pg 204)

The Breaking of the Bread #6 (BAS pg 213)

Communion Music: Fletsch & Ellen

Prayer after Communion: Holy God, we see your glory in the face of Jesus Christ. May we who are partakers of his table reflect his life in word and deed, that all the world may know his power to change and save. We ask this in his name.

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

AGM to Follow Service

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Carol W.
Healing Prayers: Martha F.
Communion Asst: Hazel A.
Music: Ellen & Fletsch F., Canon Neil
Greeters: Edith P., Jill S.
Lector: Margaret B.

Thursday, February 12, 2009

EPIPHANY 6: SUNDAY FEBRUARY 15 2009

A great prophet has arisen among us! God has visited his people! (Luke 7.16)

Opening Hymn: God, Whose Almighty Word (CP 560)

Collect for Today: Almighty and everliving God, whose Son Jesus Christ healed the sick and restored them to wholeness of life, look with compassion on the anguish of the world, and by your power make whole all peoples and nations; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Come! Come! Everybody Worship (SA11 - words in bulletin)

First Reading: 11Kings 5: 1-14

Psalm 30 (BAS pg 739)

Second Reading: 1Corinthians 9:24-27

Gradual: Living Lord of Love’s Dominion (CP 453)

Gospel: Mark 1: 40-45

Offertory: Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life (CP 592)

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, you are the strength of the weak and the comfort of sufferers, receive all we offer you this day; turn our sickness into health and our sorrow into joy. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS pg 193)

The Breaking of the Bread #1 (BAS pg 212)

Communion Music:
I Come With Joy (CP 60)
Guide My Feet (CP 513)

Prayer after Communion: God of tender care, in this Eucharist we celebrate your love for us and for all people. May we show your love in our lives and know its fulfilment in your presence. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord .

Recessional: Bless and Keep Us, God (SFGP 132 - words in bulletin)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Preacher: Fletsch F.
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Healing Prayers: Ellen F.
Communion Asst: Joyce H.
Music: Kenn Zuk
Greeters 10 am: Raz T., Anne L.
Lectors 10 am: Jenni S.; Jim S.
Coffee Fellowship: Hazel A., Jill S.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Laurie I.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Epiphany 5: Sunday Feb. 8

He took our infirmities and bore our diseases. (Matthew 8.17)

Opening Hymn: Let All Things Now Living (CP 403)

Collect for Today: Merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Come! Come! Everybody Worship (SA11 - words in bulletin)

First Reading: Isaiah 40: 21-31

Psalm 147: 1-11, 20c (BAS pg 906)

Second Reading: 1Corinthians 9:16-23

Gradual: Your Hands, O Lord, in Days of Old (CP 293)

Gospel: Mark 1: 29-39

Offertory: For All Your Blessings (CP 440)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of compassion and forgiveness, receive our offering this day, and make us one with him who is our peace, Jesus Christ our Saviour.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS pg 193)

The Breaking of the Bread #1 (BAS pg 212)

Communion Music
You Who Dwell in the Shelter of the Lord (CP 531)

Prayer after Communion: Eternal God, in you we find peace beyond all telling. May we who share in this heavenly banquet be instruments of your peace on earth, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: From All That Dwell Below the Skies (CP 344)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Preacher: Carol W.
Lay Minister: Richard F.
Healing Prayers: Martha F.
Communion Asst: Audrey D.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Joyce H., Alison G.
Lectors 10 am: Nancy L., Audrey D.
Coffee Fellowship: Dianne J., Alison G.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Doreen G.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Epiphany 4: Sunday Feb. 1 2009

Jesus went about Galilee, teaching, preaching and healing every disease. (Matthew 4.23)

Opening Hymn: Praise, My Soul (CP 381)

Collect for Today: Living God, in Christ you make all things new. Transform the poverty of our nature by the riches of your grace, and in the renewal of our lives make known your glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Let Us Praise the God of Truth (SFGP 4 - words in bulletin)

First Reading: Deuteronomy 18: 15-20

Psalm 111 (BAS pg 860)

Second Reading: 1Corinthians 8: 1-13

Gradual: Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service (CP 585)

Gospel: Mark 1: 21-28

Offertory: You Are Salt for the Earth (CP 502)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of steadfast love, may our offering this day, by the power of your Holy Spirit, renew us for your service. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS pg 193)

The Breaking of the Bread #1 (BAS pg 212)

Communion Music
Spirit of Life (SA 65)
Sister, Let Me Be Your Servant (CP 500)

Prayer after Communion: Source of all goodness, in this Eucharist we are nourished by the bread of heaven and invigorated with new wine. May these gifts renew our lives, that we may show your glory to all the world, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling (CP 486)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Preacher: Robin Celiz
Lay Minister: Fletsch F.
Healing Prayers: Carol W.
Communion Asst: Laura H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Server: Alison G.
Greeters 10 am: Shirley C., Jim S.
Lectors 10 am: Beth T., Carol W.
Coffee Fellowship: Jim S., Alison G.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Dora F., Irene M.

Saturday, January 24, 2009

Epiphany 3: Sunday Jan. 25 2009

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

Opening Hymn: Praise to the Lord v.1, v.2, v.1 (CP 382)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, by grace alone you call us and accept us in your service. Strengthen us by your Spirit, and make us worthy of your call; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Let Us Praise the God of Truth (SFGP 4 - words in bulletin)

First Reading: Jonah 3: 1-5, 10

Psalm 62: 5-12 (BAS pg 782)

Second Reading: 1Corinthians 7: 29-31

Gradual: Jesus Calls Us! O’er the Tumult (CP 432)

Gospel: Mark 1: 14-20

Offertory: Will You Come and Follow Me (CP 430)

Prayer over the Gifts: Loving God, before the world began you called us. Make holy all we offer you this day, and strengthen us in that calling. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (BAS pg 193)

The Breaking of the Bread #1 (BAS pg 212)

Communion Music:
We Are One (VU 402 - words in bulletin)
Let Us Praise the God of Truth (SFGP 4 - words in bulletin under "children's time")

Prayer after Communion: Gracious God, our hands have taken holy things; our lives have been nourished by the body of your Son. May we who have eaten at this holy table be strengthened for service in your world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Recessional: Let There Be Light (CP 572)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Preacher: Laura H.
Lay Minister: Michael H.
Healing Prayers: Laura H.
Communion Asst: Anne L.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Dianne J., David B.
Lectors 10 am: Rita H., Alison G.
Coffee Fellowship: Jim S., Alison G.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Gladys W.

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Epiphany 2: Sunday Jan. 18 2009

We have found the Messiah: Jesus Christ, who brings us truth and grace. (John 1)

Opening Hymn: Allelu (v.v.1-4) (burgundy book - SFC 274)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ is the light of the world. May your people, illumined by your word and sacraments, shine with the radiance of his glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time: Let Us Praise the God of Truth (SFGP 4)

First Reading: 1Samuel 3: 1-10 (11-20)

Psalm 139: 1-6, 13-18 (green book, BAS pg 896)

Second Reading: 1Corinthians 6: 12-20

Gradual: Jesus, the Joy of Loving Hearts (blue book, CP70)

Gospel: John1: 43-51

Offertory: Teach Me, God, to Wonder (SFGP 36)

Prayer over the Gifts: Living God, you have revealed your Son as the Messiah. May we hear his word and follow it, and live as children of light. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (green book, BAS pg193)

Lord’s Prayer: (Sing) (green book) pg211

The Breaking of the Bread (1) (green book) pg212

Communion Music
Spirit Divine, Attend Our Prayers (blue book, CP 646)
A Light is Gleaming (words in bulletin - VU 82)

Prayer after Communion: God of glory, you nourish us with bread from heaven. Fill us with your Holy Spirit, that through us your light may shine in all the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ.

Recessional: I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light (burgundy book, SFC 320)

Friday, January 9, 2009

Epiphany 1 – Baptism of the Lord - Jan. 11 2009

A voice came from heaven, saying, “This is my beloved Son with whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3.17)

Opening Hymn: We’ll Sing in the Morning (blue book - CP 37)

Collect for Today: Eternal Father, who at the baptism of Jesus revealed him to be your Son, anointing him with the Holy Spirit, keep your children, born of water and the Spirit, faithful to their calling; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Reading: Genesis 1: 1-5

Psalm 29 (green book - BAS pg 738)

Second Reading: Acts 19: 1-7

Gradual: Sing of God Made Manifest (blue book - CP 162)

Gospel: Mark 1: 4-11

Offertory: Here in This Place New Light is Streaming (blue book - CP 465)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of life and freedom, we celebrate the revelation of Jesus as the Christ who makes all creation new. Accept all we offer you this day and make us new in him, who is Lord for ever and ever.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 (green book - BAS pg 193)

The Breaking of the Bread #1 (green book- BAS pg 212)

Communion Music:

Wind upon the Waters (blue book - CP 408)

Breathe on Me, Breath of God (blue book - CP 649)

Prayer after Communion: Gracious God, lover of all, by this sacrament you make us one family in Christ your Son, one in the sharing of his body and blood, one in the communion of his Spirit. Help us to grow in love for one another and come to the full maturity of the Body of Christ. We ask this in his name.

Recessional: She Comes Sailing on the Wind (blue book- CP 656)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Preacher: Fletsch F.
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Healing Prayers: Fletsch F.
Communion Asst: Linda S.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 10 am: Anne L., Alison G.
Lectors 10 am: Audrey D., Jenni S.
Coffee Fellowship: Martha & Richard F.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Laurie I.