Dec. 30 2007: 1st Sunday after Christmas

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts; let the word of Christ dwell in you richly. (Colossians 3.15,16)

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, Gwen, Sandra, Carleen, Pauline, Gertie, Kay, Bill & Pat, Reg, Connie, Fred, Glenna, Gillian, Ann, Gladys, Kelly, Logan & Luke, Dorothy, Curtis, Rob.

In the community: we pray for the less fortunate who struggle to meet daily needs. We pray for Ken Potter, the volunteers and children of Sanctuary.

In the diocese: we pray for Bishop John Privett. We pray for the Diocesan Archdeacon, David Irving; Dean of Kootenay, Allan Reed; Regional Archdeacons Bill Inglis (Kootenays) and David Irving (Okanagan); Synod Office staff Bonnie Bailey, Jill Bell, Howard Hisdal.

In the national church: we pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz.

In the world: we pray for the people of the Holy Land, especially the indigenous Christians. 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—RESERVED SACRAMENT

Opening Hymn: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (CP138)

Gathering of the Community (page185)
Opening Prayer
Gloria: (sing; page186)

Collect for Today: Almighty God, you have shed upon us the new light of your incarnate Word. May this light, enkindled in our hearts, shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time & Announcements.

PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD
First Reading: Isaiah 63: 7-9
Psalm 148 (page 907)
Second Reading: Hebrews 2: 10-18
Gradual: Unto Us a Boy Is Born (VU54)
Gospel: Matthew 2: 13-23
Sermon
The Apostles’ Creed (page189)
Prayers of the People.
Confession (page191).
The Peace (sing).

CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST

Offertory: It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (CP140)
(During hymn the lay leaders prepare the Reserved Sacrament for distribution and the people's gifts are gathered)

Prayer over the Gifts: God of light, in the birth of your Son we see your glory. May we who share in this mystery grown daily in your love.

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.

Lord’s Prayer: (sing; page 211)
Lamb of God (sing)

Communion Music:
O Little Town of Bethlehem (CP121)
Born in the Night (CP130)

Prayer after Communion: Source of truth and joy, may we who have received the gift of divine life always follow the way of your Son. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Doxology: (sing; page 214)
Blessing
Closing Hymn: Good Christians All, Rejoice (CP153)

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Martha F.
Lay Minister: Fletsch F.
Communion Asst: Rita H.
Healing Prayers: Ellen F.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters: Val & Gary A.
Lectors: Jeri W., Richard F.
Coffee Fellowship: Jill S.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

YEAR END REPORTS ARE STILL NEEDED FROM: Finance & Admin; Music Ministry; Food Bank; Regional Council; Pastoral Visitors; Sunday School; Archives; Maintenance

DATES
Wed. Jan 2, 10:00 am: Service Cancelled
Sun. Jan 6, 8:00 am: Traditional Eucharist
10:00 am: Lessons & Carols Service
Tue. Jan 8, 10:45 am: Food Bank
1:00 pm: Rossland Bible Study @ Carroll McKenzie’s
Tue. Jan 29, 3:00 pm: Finance Meeting
Wed. Jan 30, 7:00 pm: Church Committee Meeting

Office Hours : Jan 2 & 3 (Wed & Thur): 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.

MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST LISTS/SCHEDULES: The next list and schedule is ready for pick-up on the shelf in the Narthex.

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.

Readings for the Epiphany of the Lord—8am Service: Isaiah 60: 1-6; Psalm 72: 1-7, 10-14; Ephesians 3: 1-12; Matthew 2: 1-12