2nd Sunday in Advent: Dec. 9 2007

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

INTERCESSIONS
In our parish: we pray for our priest, Canon Neil Elliot.
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.; Kay E.; Bill & Pat F.; Reg F.; Connie G.; Fred J.; Glenna MacN.; Gillian M.; Ann McC.; Kelly, Logan & Luke P.; Gladys W.; Curtis; Rob.
In the community: we pray for the less fortunate who struggle to meet daily needs. We pray for the staff and residents of Columbia View Lodge
In the diocese: we pray for Bishop John Privett. We pray for St. Paul’s, Golden; Christ Church Trinity, Invermere: St. Peter’s, Windermere: All Saints, Edgewater: Sandy Ferguson (UCC)
In the national church: we pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz. We pray for the Diocese of British Columbia: Rt. Rev. James C. Cowan
In the world: we pray for the victims of the recent cyclone in Bangladesh. We pray for our political leaders, including Prime Minister Stephen, Premier Gordon, the mayors in our community, and all those in authority under them, that they may govern with wisdom, justice and compassion.

ORDER OF SERVICE

Acclamation: Prepare the Way (CP107)
Opening Hymn: There’s a Voice in the Wilderness (CP106)
Gathering of the Community (page185)
Trisagion: (sing - page187)

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)
Announcements

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD

First Reading: Isaiah 11: 1-10
Psalm 72: 1-7, 18-19 (page797)
Second Reading: Romans 15: 4-13
Gradual: Comfort, Comfort Ye, My People (CP100)
Gospel: Matthew 3: 1-12

Sermon

The Apostles’ Creed (page189)
Confession (page191)
The Peace (sing)

CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST

Offertory: On Jordon’s Bank, the Baptist’s Cry (CP103)

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 (page196)
Lord’s Prayer: (sing - page211)
Breaking of the Bread #5 (page212)
Lamb of God (sing)

Communion Music:
Come Now, O Prince of Peace (CP588)
Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming (CP117)

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

Blessing
Recessional: When the King Shall Come Again (CP109)

WORSHIP LEADERS TODAY

Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Carol W.
Healing Prayers: Fletsch F.
Communion Asst: Pat McC.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Lectors 10 am: Rita H., Beth T.
Greeters 10 am: Edith P., Raz T.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 8 am: Laurie I.
Coffee Fellowship: Martha & Richard F.

CANONS R.A.V.E.
Thank you to the Sunday school for their fundraising for World Vision

WHAT'S HAPPENING

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!

We will be Decorating the Church for Christmas on Saturday, December 22nd at 10 am. Please come along and join in!

DATES
Tues. Dec. 11, 1:00 pm: Rossland Bible Study @ Irene McC’s
3:00 pm: Worship Meeting
Weds. Dec. 12, 11:15 am: Columbia View Service
7:00 pm: Church Committee Meeting
Thurs. Dec. 13, 10:30 am: Rosewood Service
7:00 pm; 3rd Advent Study Session
Sun. Dec. 16: 2nd Outreach Luncheon
Thurs. 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
Tues. 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.

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.

2008 Church Calendars—Only 2 Left! Available from Patty in the church office or from your greeters. Please have correct change—$6.00 per calendar.

Care Home Services: Your assistance is appreciated at Care Home Services. Extra voices are always helpful when singing the hymns!
Weds. Dec. 12, 11:15 am: Columbia View
Thurs. Dec. 13, 10:30 am: Rosewood

Advent Study Sessions Continue
Thursdays—Dec.13th and 20th, 7 p.m. in Lower Hall. “The Bible in Four Weeks”

2nd Parish Outreach Luncheon—Sunday, Dec. 16th. The congregation is asked for $$ monetary donations (so the Mission & Service team can prepare turkeys and vegetables) and/or desserts, please. Volunteers are also needed. Sign up in the Narthex

The Trail Hospice Palliative Care Committee invites you to our Blue Christmas Service:
Sun. Dec. 16, 3:00 pm: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1200 Pine Avenue, Trail

Gifts of Hope Bag: In the Narthex until December 16th. A gift from the heart to the many Mental Health Clients in our area. We are asked to consider things such as:
Coffee mugs (with special coffee in them); chocolates, mixed nuts, specialty jams; soothing teas; bath soaps; bath towels & wash cloths or mats; bedding; candles; diabetic goodies, etc. Please do not wrap!

READINGS FOR ADVENT 3
Isaiah 35: 1-10; Psalm 146: 5-10; James 5: 7-10; Matthew 11: 2-11
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford