ORDER OF SERVICE
Opening hymn: Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise, CP 247
Collect for today: Almighty God, Your son Jesus Christ ascended to the throne of heaven that He might rule over all things as Lord. Keep the church in the unity of the Spirit and in the bond of His peace, and bring the whole or creation to worship at His feet, who is alive and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
Children's song: He Came Down, CP 368
First reading: Acts 1:1-11
Psalm 47, p. 764
Second reading: Ephesians 1:15-23
Gradual: Come Down, O Love Divine, CP 645
Gospel: Luke 24:44-53
Offertory: Praise the Lord With The Sound Of Trumpet, CP 309
Prayer over the gifts: Eternal God, our Saviour Jesus Christ has promised to be with us until the end of time. Accept all we offer You this day, and renew us in His transfigured life; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord.
Eucharist Prayer #1, p. 193
Breaking of the Bread #8, p. 213
Communion music:
Here, Lord, We Take The Broken Bread, CP 65
You Are My Witnesses, SFC 314
Prayer after communion: Eternal giver of love and power, Your Son Jesus Christ has sent us into all the world to preach the gospel of His kingdom. Confirm us in this mission, and help us to live the good news we proclaim; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Recessional: Lord, Dismiss Us With Your Blessing, CP570 (tune Dulce Carmen, VU425)
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: Gordon & Carroll M., Neil & Lesley E., Connie G.
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., Isobel C., Kay E., Bill & Pat F., Reg F., Connie G., Steven H., Glenna M., Gillian M., Rich & Loretta T., Gladys W., Kelly, Logan & Luke P., Curtis, Rob.
In the community we pray for the less fortunate who struggle to meet daily needs. We pray for clergy on leave: Gail Clifton, Robert Corrao, Walter Donald, Katherine Hough, Lloyd Northcott, Bryan Porter, Anita Desjardins (serving a Lutheran parish).
In the national church we pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz. We pray for the Diocese of Keewatin (Rt. Rev. David Ashdown).
In the world we pray for our political leaders, including Prime Minister Stephen, Premier Gordon, the mayors of our community, and all those in authority under them, that they may govern with wisdom, justice, and compassion.
We pray for the people of Sudan.
WORSHIP LEADERS:
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot.
Lay Minister: Richard F.
Prayers for Healing: Lesley E.
Communion Assistant: Anne L.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 8 am: Gord & Carroll M.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 10 am: Anne L., Shirley C.
Lectors 10 am: Jim S., Anne L.
Coffee Fellowship: Joan K., Harvey P.
CANON'S R.A.V.E.: Thanks you all of those who contributed to the "Care of Families & Youth" workshop.
Readings for Pentecost: Acts 2:1-21; Ps. 104: 24-34, 35b; I Corinthians 12:3b-13; John 20:19-23.
WHAT'S NEW
PLP EXTENDING STORE HOURS:
PLP are looking for volunteers to staff the store, Monday to Friday 1-4 p.m.
Any amount of time you are able to volunteer will be very much appreciated. Please contact Ellen F.
MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAM: This service is provided to some of the seniors in our area. As any other service, they rely on volunteers to provided the transportation in getting hot, nutritious meals to those who need them the most. Volunteers are needed in both Greater Trail and Rossland. Please phone the Salvation Army at 368-3515.
PLANNING YOUR SUMMER? CONSIDER SORRENTO CENTRE'S lake-side conference/vacation facilities in the Shuswap. Programs are available for all ages and interests - canoeing, theology, quilting, drama, music, guitar, much more besides - delivered within a lively community of faith. Spring, fall, seniors and youth programs are also available, as well as short-term volunteer positions. See posters in church hall, ask Jenni S. for more information, for visit the website at www.sorrento-centre.bc.ca.
REGIONAL VOICE PROJECTION WORKSHOP Saturday, May 10th at 1:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary at St. Andrews For all people who speak in church. Led by Canon Neil.
REGIONAL PENTECOST SERVICE & POT LUCK, Saturday, May 10th at 4:00 p.m. Service at St. Andrew's with pot luck following.
PENTECOST SUNDAY, May 11: One service only, 10:00 a.m.
ST. ANDREW/ST. GEORGE FOOD BANK Tuesday, May 13, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Your food items and financial contributions are much appreciated!
LIVING RICHER LIVES SERIES, Wednesdays, May 14th & 21st, 2-4 p.m. at St. Andrew's. A series of talks by professionals for seniors offering information on wills, investments, security and funerals. Guest speakers Anne Lessard, David Cox, George Braithwaite and John Boucher.
OUTREACH LUNCHEON FOR FOOD BANK RECIPIENTS, Sunday May 25th at noon in the Lower Hall. Our Mission & Service/Food Bank team will be preparing a Pot Luck luncheon for outreach to the community. Please mark financial donations "Food Bank Lunch" or bring food after the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. services on Sunday, May 25th.
CREATING TRUSTWORTHY COMMUNITIES: A presentation of the Diocese of Kootenay, Saturday, June 14th, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's. A full- day workshop designed to educate church leaders in the areas of power and vulnerability, boundary issues, sexual misconduct and tools to establish safe spaces and practices. The goal is to help church leaders become more self-aware of the influence they hold, to identify the risks that influence entails, to education on appropriate relational behaviour and to facilitate congregations establishing practices to make their community safe and trustworthy. Please register - forms are in the Narthex.
