Have you believed, Thomas, because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe. (John 20.29)
ORDER OF SERVICE-RESERVED SACRAMENT
Opening Hymn: The Day of Resurrection CP205
Collect for Today: Almighty and eternal God, the strength of those who believe and the hope of those who doubt, may we, who have not seen, have faith and receive the fullness of Christ’s blessing, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
First
Psalm 16: page 719
Second
Gradual: Alleluia! O Sons and Daughters (v.v.1,4, 5-8) CP228
Gospel: John 20: 19-31
Offertory: He Rose CP233
Prayer over The Gifts: God of grace, you have freed us from our sins and made us a kingdom in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Accept all we offer you this day, and strengthen us in the new life you have given us, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Communion Music:
We Hold the Death of the Lord CP68
Now the Green Blade Rises CP237
Prayer after Communion: Father, we have seen with our eyes and touched with our hands the bread of life. Strengthen our faith that we may grow in love for you and for each other; through Jesus Christ the risen Lord.
Recessional: Christ is Risen, Christ is Risen CP220
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: Hank & Sandra R., Karen S., Linda, Colin & Sarah S.
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., Clgeena M., Gillian M., Rich & Loretta T., Gladys W., Dorothy 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 the staff and residents of Rosewood.
In the diocese: we pray for Bishop John Privett. We pray for St. George’s, Westbank (Ken Watts, Incumbent); St. Margaret’s, Peachland (Sue Mayoss-Hurd, Incumbent).
In the national church: we pray for the national primate, the Most Rev. Fred J. Hiltz. We pray for the Diocese of Ontario (Rt. Rev. George L. R. Bruce).
In the world: 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.
WORSHIP LEADERS
Presider: Martha F.
Lay Minister: Fletsch F.
Prayers for Healing: Ellen F.
Communion Asst: Joyce H.
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford
Greeters 8 am: Gord & Carroll M.
Lector 8 am: Gladys W.
Greeters 10 am: Richard F., Raz T.
Lectors 10 am: Beth T., Rita H.
Coffee Fellowship: Pitman Family
WHAT'S HAPPENING
PRAYER OF MINDFULNESS—Sister Nina, Tuesday, April 8th 7—9 pm. Also, Sister Nina will be available for SD sessions on Tues as well as Wed. 9th. See Narthex Bulletin Board.
IMAGES OF SPIRITUALITY RETREAT—WEAVING. May 2nd to May 4th. Open to Men and Women. See Narthex Bulletin Board
ST. ANDREW/ST. GEORGE FOOD BANK—Tue, April 8, 10:45—11:45 am. Your food items and financial contributions are much appreciated!
DATES
Tue Apr 1 1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Martha F’s
Wed Apr 2 7:00 pm Bible Study @ Shirley C’s—Exodus
Tue Apr 8 10:45 am Food Bank
7—9 pm Prayer of Mindfulness—Sister Nina
Wed Apr 9 Daytime Sister Nina visits
Wed Apr 15 11:15 pm Columbia View Service
Thur Apr 17 10:30 am Rosewood Service
Sun Apr 20 3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Tue Apr 22 3:00 pm Worship Meeting
Tue Apr 29 10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
May 2-4 Images of Spirituality Retreat
Office Hours: Tue—Thurs: 9am—noon. Canon Neil will be away from the office March 25th—April 18th. Please refer any pastoral emergencies to Ellen F. or Laurie I.
Readings for Easter 3: Acts 2: 14a, 36-41; Psalm 116: 1-4,12-19; 1Peter 1: 17-23; Luke 24: 13-35. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford
