A voice came from heaven, saying, “This is my beloved Son with whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3.17)
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: Bill & Shirley; Julie, Mike & Tasia; Isobel & Marcy; Olive.
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 the staff and patients of the Daly Pavilion.
In the diocese: we pray for Bishop John Privett. We pray for All Saints’, Vernon; St. James the Less, Lumby; St. Agnes, Edgewood; Christ Church, Falkland; St. Luke’s, Westwold, Chris Harwood-Jones, Incumbent; Rita Harrison, Jane Bourcet, Hon. Assist., Bill Harrison, Deacon; all Lay Ministers of Word and Sacrament; all Wardens and Church Committees.
In the national church: we pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz. We pray for the Diocese of Eastern Newfoundland and Labrador, Rt. Rev. Cyrus Pitman.
In the world: we pray for the people Kenya. 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: Hail to the Lord’s Anointed (CP101)
Gathering of the Community (page 185)
Opening Prayer
Gloria: (sing; page186)
Collect for Today: Eternal Father, who at the baptism of Jesus revealed him to be your Son, anointing him with the Holy Spirit, keep your children, born of water and the Spirit, faithful to their calling; through Jesus Christ our Lord, 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 42: 1-9
Psalm 29 (page 738)
Second Reading: Acts 10: 34-43
Gradual: Down Galilee’s Slow Roadways (CP45)
Gospel: Matthew 3: 13-17
Sermon
The Apostles’ Creed (page189)
Prayers of the People
Confession (page191)
The Peace (sing)
CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST
Offertory: Here in this Place New Light is Streaming (CP465)
Prayer over the Gifts: God of life and freedom, we celebrate the revelation of Jesus as the Christ who makes all creation new. Accept all we offer you this day and make us new in him, who is Lord for ever and ever.
Eucharistic Prayer #1 (page193)
Lord’s Prayer: (sing; page 211)
Breaking of the Bread #6 (page 213)
Lamb of God: (sing)
Communion Music:
As We Gather at Your Table (CP61)
Breathe on Me, Breath of God (CP649)
Prayer after Communion: Gracious God, lover of all, by this sacrament you make us one family in Christ your son, one in the sharing of his body and blood, one in the communion of his Spirit. Help us to grow in love for one another and come to the full maturity of the Body of Christ. We ask this in his name.
Doxology: (sing; page214)
Blessing
Closing Hymn: She Comes Sailing on the Wind (CP656)
WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Canon Neil Elliot
Lay Minister: Beth T.
Prayers for Healing: Martha F.
Communion Asst: Rita H.
Server: Alison G.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeter 8 am: Laurie I.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 10 am: Raz T., Edith P.
Lectors 10 am: Audrey D., Jeri W.
Coffee Fellowship: The Len Pitman Family
WHAT'S HAPPENING:
MEDIEVAL BANQUET Friday, February 1, 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 (see bulletin board)….. Watch for further details or contact Martha F. @362-9022.
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.
DATES
Tue. Jan 15, 1:00 pm: Rossland Bible Study @ Dora F’s
Wed. Jan 16, 7:00 pm: Wed. Bible Study @ Anne L’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, 6:00 pm: Medieval Banquet - Fundraiser.
Tue. Feb 5, 3:00 pm: Worship Meeting
5 - 7 pm: Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Office Hours : Tue—Thurs: 9am—noon.
Canon Neil will be on study leave until Jan. 29th. However, he will be presiding at Sunday services.
YEAR END REPORTS ARE STILL NEEDED FROM: Finance & Admin; Music Ministry; Food Bank; Archives; Maintenance.
Readings for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany: Isaiah 49: 1-7; Psalm 40: 1-11; 1Corinthians 1: 1-9; John 1: 29-42.
Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford
