JAN. 20 2008: 2ND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY

The Word of God became flesh and dwelt among us. To all who receive him, he gave power to become children of God. (John 1:1)

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: Carol & Gary W.; Dianne J.; Nancy L.; Edith & Herm P. 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.; Gertie D.; Kay E.; Bill & Pat F.; Reg F.; Connie G.; Fred J.; Glenna MacN.; Gillian M.; Ann McC.; Gladys W.; Kelly, Logan & Luke P.; Dorothy W.; Curtis; Rob.

In the community: we pray for the less fortunate who struggle to meet daily needs. We pray for staff, volunteers and families of the Meals on Wheels program.

In the diocese: we pray for Bishop John Privett. We pray for St. Mary’s, Sorrento; All Saints/St. Andrew’s, Chase; St. David’s, Celista (Bob Crosby) (UCC).

In the national church: we pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz. We pray for the Diocese of Edmonton (vacant).

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

Opening Hymn: God, We Praise You for the Morning (SFGP79)
Gathering of the Community page185
Opening Prayer
Gloria: (Sing) page186

Collect for Today: Almighty God, your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ is the light of the world. May your people, illumined by your word and sacraments, shine with the radiance of his glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Children’s Time & Announcements

Proclamation of the Word
First Reading: Isaiah 49: 1-7
Psalm 40: 1-11 page755
Second Reading: 1Corinthians 1: 1-9
Gradual: Sing of God Made Manifest CP162
Gospel: John 1: 29-42

Sermon
The Apostles’ Creed page189
Prayers of the People
Confession page191
The Peace (Sing)

CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST

Offertory: Jesus Shall Reign Where’er the Sun CP383

Prayer over the Gifts: Living God, you have revealed your Son as the Messiah. May we hear his word and follow it, and live as children of light. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

Eucharistic Prayer #1 page193
Lord’s Prayer: (Sing) page211
Breaking of the Bread (6) page213
Lamb of God: (Sing)

Communion Music:
A Light is gleaming (VU82)
Here is Bread (WP58)

Prayer after Communion: God of glory, you nourish us with bread from heaven. Fill us with your Holy Spirit, that though us your light may shine in all the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ.

Doxology: (sing) page214
Blessing
Closing Hymn: God, Whose Almighty Word CP560

WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Preaching: Martha F.
Lay Minister: Martha F.
Prayers for Healing: Carol W.
Communion Asst: Anne L.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeter 8 am: Gord & Carroll McK.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters10 am: Val & Gary A.
Lectors10 am: Anne L., Richard F.
Coffee Fellowship: Martha & Richard F.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

YEAR END REPORTS ARE STILL NEEDED FROM Finance & Admin; Food Bank; Archives; Maintenance.

MEDIEVAL BANQUET Friday, February 22—6:00 p.m. In the Lower Hall. This will be the first 2008 fundraiser for St. Andrew/St. George. Tickets are $35.00 per person. Volunteers are needed for the various sub-committees. Watch for further details or contact Martha F.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER - Tuesday, February 5th—5:00 to 7:00 pm. Please sign up in the Narthex if you will be attending. This will help Mission & Service determine how much food to purchase. Assistance is needed and lists are on the bulletin board.

ST. ANDREW/ST. GEORGE FOOD BANK—February 12. Thank you again to all those who support and volunteer for our Food Bank We assisted 50 families in December and approx. 30 families in January. Besides canned protein (eg. fish, chicken, ham), and fruit, things like sugar, shampoo, laundry soap, toilet cleaners, toilet paper, salt and pepper are helpful donations. Your contributions are much appreciated!

Dates
Tue Jan 22 1:00 pm Rossland Bible study @ Beth Truant’s
Sun Jan 27 3:30 pm Columbia View Service cancelled
Tue Jan 29 10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting
3:00 pm Finance Meeting
Wed Jan 30 7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Fri Feb 1 7:00 pm Children’s African Choir @ Gateway Church
Sat Feb 2 Regional Council
Tue Feb 5 3:00 pm Worship Meeting
5—7 pm Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Wed Feb 6 10am & 7pm Ash Wednesday Services
Wed Feb 12 10:45 am Food Bank
Wed Feb 13 7:00 pm Lenten Study
Fri Feb 22 6:00 pm Medieval Banquet
Sun Feb 24 9:00 am Joint Service with AGM following

Office Hours : Tue—Thurs: 9am—noon
Canon Neil will be on study leave until Jan. 29th. However, he will be presiding at Sunday services.

Readings for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany: Isaiah 9: 1-4; Psalm 27: 1, 4-9; 1Corinthians 1: 10-18; Matthew 4: 12-23. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford