NOVEMBER 25: REIGN OF CHRIST / ST. ANDREWS DAY

NOTE: Besides our usual services at 8:00 and 10:00, there is a special regional service at 4:00 p.m. - see below.

REIGN OF CHRIST - NOV. 25
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the kingdom of our father David that is coming! Mark 11. 9,10

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: Jeri & Ron W.; Will & Ellen G.; Art & Mary W. 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 M.; Gillian M.; Ann M.; 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 staff and volunteers in the Building Better Babies program.

In the diocese:We pray for Bishop John Privett. We pray for Christ Church, Fernie; St. Luke’s, Crowsnest Pass: Bill Inglis, Incumbent.

In the national church:We pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz. We pray for the Diocese of the Arctic: Rt. Rev. Andrew Atagotaaluk; Suffragan Bishop: Rt. Rev. Larry Robertson; Suffragan Bishop: Rt. Rev. Benjamin T. Arreak.

In the world: We pray for the people of the Holy Land.

ORDER OF SERVICE

Opening Hymn: The Kingdom of God is Justice and Joy (CP631)

Gathering of the Community.
Gloria.

Collect for Today: Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in Your well-beloved Son, our Lord and King, grant that the peoples of the earth, now divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under His gentle and loving rule; who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time and Announcements.

Proclamation Of The Word
First Reading: Colossians 1: 11-20
Psalm Song: Praise the Lord O Jerusalem.
Gospel: Luke 1: 68-79

Sermon.
The Creed: I Believe in God Almighty (CP44)
Prayers of the People (Including Penitential Prayers)
The Peace (Sing)

Offertory: The King of Glory (CP632)

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, by your grace you have raised us up and enthroned us with Christ in the heavenly realms. Receive all we offer you this day, and lead us in those good works for which you have created us. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #5
Lord’s Prayer (Sing)
Breaking of the Bread (1 )
Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music: Ellen & Fletsch

Prayer after Communion: Almighty God, you have made us a royal priesthood in the kingdom of Your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ. Make known His victory through us, we pray, that all the world may see His light. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Doxology (sing)
Blessing

Recessional: Glorious in Majesty (CP618)

WORSHIP LEADERS TODAY
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Healing Prayers: Jeri W.
Communion Assts: Pat M., Audrey D.
Prayers of the People: Val P.
Music: Fletsch & Ellen F.
Lector 10 am: Richard F.
Greeters 10 am: Martha F., Richard F.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeter 8 am: Laurie I.
Coffee Fellowship: Dianne J., Jill S.

ST. ANDREWS DAY / CANONIFICATION SERVICE: Nov. 25, 4 pm
You shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth. Acts 1.8

ORDER OF SERVICE

Opening Hymn: All Creatures of Our God and King (CP355)

Gathering of the Community.
Gloria (Sing)

Collect for Today: 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.

Proclamation Of The Word:
First Reading: Deuteronomy 30: 11-14
Psalm 19: The Glory of God’s World
Second Reading: Romans 10: 8b-18

Gradual: Sing of Andrew, John’s Disciple (CP273)

Gospel Acclamation:
Alleluia (refrain only - CP715)
Gospel: Matthew 4: 18-22
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia (refrain only - CP715)

Sermon

St. Andrew’s Choir Anthem: Ascribe to the Lord.

The Apostles’ Creed.
Prayers of the People.
Confession.
The Peace (Sing).

Induction of Canon Neil as Regional Dean.

Celebration of the Eucharist

Offertory: Will You Come and Follow Me (CP430)

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, ruler of the universe, may we who have heard your word always be ready to answer your call and to follow without fear. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #3
Lord’s Prayer (Sing)
Breaking of the Bread (2)
Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music:
One Bread, One Body (CP73)
Wind upon the Waters (CP408)

Prayer after Communion: Father, may the gifts we have received at your table give us courage to follow the example of Andrew the apostle and share in the ministry of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Doxology (sing)
Blessing
Announcements

Recessional: Let’s Sing unto the Lord (CP417)

POT LUCK IN THE PARISH HALL AFTER THE SERVICE.

WORSHIP LEADERS:
Presider: Bishop John Privett
Deacon: Jennifer M.
Preaching: Venerable Bob Purdy
Communion Assts: Hazel A., Carol W.
Intercessory Prayers: Carol W.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Lectors: Grand Forks
Greeters: Laurie I., Raz T.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Nancy L. for her dedicated music ministry


WHAT'S HAPPENING:

2008 Church Calendars Have Arrived! Available from Patty in the church office or from your greeters. Please have correct change—$6.00 per calendar. Only 10 left!

Advent Study Sessions: “The Bible in Four Weeks”. Four Thursdays—Nov. 29th, Dec.6th, 13th, 20th. 7 p.m. in Lower Hall. Please sign up in the Narthex.

Voice Projection Workshop - for all Lectors and MWS. Saturday, December 1st, 10 am – noon in the Sanctuary. Led by Canon Neil.

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)

Readings For Advent 1: Isaiah 2: 1-5; Psalm 122; Romans 13: 11-14; Matthew 24: 36-44. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford.