INTERCESSIONS
In our parish: we pray for our priest, Canon Neil Elliot
In the continuing cycle of prayer for our church family, today we lift in prayer and give thanks for: Fletsch & Ellen F.; Julia, Mike & Tasia A.; Gordon & Carroll McK.
We pray that God’s love will surround and support those in our community who are in the presence of life challenges… remembering especially: Chris A.; Gwen A.; Sandra B.; Carleen C.; Pauline C.; Doug D.; Gertie D.; Ryan D.; Virginia D.; Kay E.; Bill & Pat F.; Reg F.; Connie G.; Fred J.; Glenna MacN.; Gillian M.; Ann McC.; Rob; Kelly, Logan & Luke P.; Curtis.
In the community: We pray for the less fortunate who struggle to meet daily needs. We pray for F.A.I. R.: the volunteers in the West Kootenay Boundary Regional CRISIS LINE program.
In the diocese: we pray for Bishop John Privett. We pray for Christ Church, Creston; St. Anselm’s, Boswell; Congregations of Harrison Memorial; Grey Creek, Riondel: Rick Paulin, Incumbent.
In the national church: we pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz. We pray for the Diocese of Brandon: Rt. Rev. Jim Njegovan.
In the world: we pray for the people of the Holy Land.
ORDER OF SERVICE
Acclamation: Prepare the Way (CP107)
Opening Hymn: Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus (CP88)
Gathering of the Community
Trisagion: (Sing - page187)
Collect for Today: Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness and put on the armour of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to us in great humility, that on the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him 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 (VU6, v.1)
Announcements
Proclamation of the Word:
First Reading: Isaiah 2: 1-5
Psalm 122 (page 882)
Second Reading: Romans 13: 11-14
Gradual: Let There Be Light (CP572)
Gospel: Luke 21: 25-36
Sermon
The Apostles’ Creed
Confession
The Peace (Sing)
Celebration of The Eucharist
Offertory: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (CP89)
Prayer over the Gifts: God of love and power, your word stirs within us the expectation of the coming of your Son. Accept all we offer you this day, and sustain us with your promise of eternal life. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
Eucharistic Prayer #2
Lord’s Prayer (Sing)
Breaking of the Bread (5)
Lamb of God (Sing)
Communion Music: Come, Lord Jesus (SA13)
Alleluia! Hurry, the Lord is Near
Prayer After Communion
Blessing
Recessional: Lo, He Comes with Clouds Descending (CP114)
WORSHIP LEADERS TODAY
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Healing Prayers: Martha F.
Communion Asst: Richard F.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Lectors 10 am: Nancy L., Jenni S.
Greeters 10 am: Joyce H., Shirley C.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Gord & Carroll McK.
Coffee Fellowship: Beth T., Jim S.
CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to all those who assisted with the Regional Service and Pot Luck
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Thanks from the Sunday school! Our Sunday school would like to thank all those who supported their bake sale on Sunday, Nov. 25th. Approx. $210 was raised!
Education for Ministry: The EFM group would like to invite any persons interested in joining to attend this years last session at St. David’s, Castlegar on Thursday, Dec 6th at 6:30 p.m. The next session will start January 24th.
Advent Study Sessions Continue: “The Bible in Four Weeks”, Thursdays—Dec.6th, 13th, 20th, 7 p.m. in Lower Hall. Please sign up in the Narthex.
Christmas Food Bank: Tues. Dec. 11th. We would like to be able to offer a ‘taste’ of Christmas to the Food Bank recipients and ask if the congregation would be able to do some baking for the occasion—so our ministry team can prepare small trays of treats. Please bring the Christmas baking on Sunday, Dec. 9
2nd Parish Outreach Luncheon—Sunday, Dec. 16th. Volunteers Needed - Sign up in the Narthex.
CARE HOME SERVICES:
Your assistance is appreciated at Care Home Services. Extra voices are always helpful when singing the hymns!
Sun. Dec 2, 3:15 pm: Poplar Ridge (back of hospital, towards Harbour House)
Wed. Dec 12, 11:15 am: Columbia View (2920 Laburnum)
Thurs. Dec 13, 10:30 am: Rosewood (8125 Devito Drive)
2008 Church Calendars—Only 8 Left! Available from Patty in the church office or from your greeters. Please have correct change—$6.00 per calendar.
Newsletters Ready for Pick Up: The Christmas newsletters are ready for pick-up in the Narthex. It would be a great help if you are able to deliver any to those who aren’t here today, thanks.
Budget Highlights: Copies of the Budget Highlights are available in the Narthex. You are welcome to take a copy home with you. However, copies of the actual budget should remain at the church.
2008 Offertory Envelopes: The 2008 envelopes are at the back of the church for pick-up. If anyone was missed or wants to start envelopes for tax purposes, please contact Christina Goss at 364-1209.
Altar Guild Requests Donations for Christmas Flowers: The Altar Guild is requesting donations for Christmas flowers. Please see Jean Y., Joyce H. or Christina G. and write the information in the Flower Book in the Narthex, thanks!
DATES
Sun. Dec 2, after service: MWS Meeting
3:30 pm: Poplar Ridge Service
Tue. Dec 4, 1:00 pm: Rossland Bible Study @ Martha Fish’s
3:00 pm: Finance Meeting
Thur. Dec 6, 7:00 pm: 2nd Advent Study Session
Wed. Dec 12, 11:15 am: Columbia View Service
7:00 pm: Church Committee Meeting
Thur. Dec 13, 10:30 am: Rosewood Service
7:00 pm: 3rd Advent Study Session
Sun. Dec 16, after 10:00 service: 2nd Outreach Luncheon
Thur. Dec 20, 7:00 pm: 4th Advent Study Session
Sun. Dec 23, 10:00 am: Christmas Pageant
Mon. Dec 24, 7:00 pm & 11:00 pm: Christmas Eve Services
Tue. Dec 25, 9:00 am: Christmas Day Service
Sun. Dec 30, 10:00 am: One Service Only—Reserved Sacrament
Sun. Jan 6, 8:00 am: Traditional Eucharist
10:00 am: Lessons & Carols Service
Office Hours: Tues—Friday: 9am—noon
Canon Neil always welcomes opportunities to connect with members of our community. If you would like a phone call or visit, please speak to him or contact his cell #231-0124.
Readings for Advent 2: Isaiah 11: 1-10; Psalm 72: 1-7, 18-19; Romans 15: 4-13; Matthew 3: 1-12
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
