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High Mass

First Sunday of Advent | December 1, 2013 | 10:30 am

Welcome We acknowledge our presence on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples.

Welcome to St. James’, especially if you are a newcomer or visitor. Children of all ages are fully welcome at every liturgy. We hope that you will enjoy your visit here with us.

Please help us to get to know you by introducing yourself to one of the clergy.

VISION STATEMENT Discovering the beauty of holiness in our lives and neighbourhood, by living a Christ-centred sacramental life rooted in the Anglo-Catholic tradition.

MISSION OBJECTIVES • To be a beacon for all as a neighbourhood and destination church where we invite and welcome friends, family and strangers into our midst; • To deepen our life of prayer and formation in Christ; • To develop relationships and fellowship in open, honest and spiritual ways among parishioners, with our neighbours, and those in need; • To pursue and practice justice and mercy for the imparting of the Kingdom of God within and beyond the Parish; •To maintain financial equilibrium, develop our reserves and optimize the use of our assets to ensure the preservation of our sacred space and ministry from generation to generation, to the everlasting glory of God. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

TODAY 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:30 AM 4:00 PM

Christmas Boutique Sale, after each Mass Formation: Prophecy and the Coming of Christ, with Fr. Bill Crockett, Bishops’ Room Rosary Prayers, Lady Chapel High Mass Advent Lessons & Carols, Church

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The image on the front cover shows one of the seven silver altar lamps, each cradling a copper vessel which holds enough oil to burn for six weeks and engraved in memory of a particular parish member from the early years of the 20th century. These sanctuary lamps represent the seven lamps of fire burning before the throne of God as mentioned in the Book of Revelation. from Allan Duncan’s Tour of St. James’

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Before Mass If you require assistance at any time, please speak to one of the welcomers at the Church entrance (narthex).

As a friendly reminder, please turn off all electronic devices that might disrupt worship.

In the interest of security, please keep purses and other valuables with you at all times.

Wireless hearing amplifiers are available.

Washrooms can be accessed through the doors on the left hand side at the back of the church on the opposite side to the entrance.

Your family is welcome at St. James’. Children may remain in the Church during the service: there is a play area with toys and colouring books in the back of the church.

The sacrament of reconciliation (confession) is available. Speak with a priest to make an appointment.

The Mass booklet contains all the prayers and information required to participate in the Mass.

The directions given in this booklet to stand, sit and kneel are offered as guidelines to those who are able. The symbol + indicates when to make the sign of the cross. It is also customary to make a discreet bow at the name of Jesus.

You are encouraged to take the opportunity before Mass for silence, stillness and prayer. Please refrain from talking before Mass begins.

We adore you, most Holy Lord Jesus Christ here and in all your churches throughout all the world; and we bless you because by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world.

St. Francis of Assisi

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A Reflection There is good news since the Stewardship pledges have topped $96,386 toward our goal of $230,000—the sum needed to ensure our ongoing worship and service, the sacred yet practical alliance that constitutes the dynamic presence of St. James’ here in Vancouver.

The better news is that we all, whatever our talents—monetary and personal—have the opportunity to sustain the worship and service through Stewardship (and for some us to complete and submit our pledges!). For among all the garbled and bad news, ideas and vibes, that slash at our hearts and minds, and even persons, the worshiping and serving community of St. James steadily enacts the Good News of the Gospels.

Every day the parish nurtures both the trinity of worship and the trinity of service, as represented in those enduringly wonderful words: Faith, Hope and Love [Charity].

Our Stewardship pledges assure the heritage of living belief enshrined in St. James’, now and into the future—through the work of the guilds and our community outreach, as well as the visibility and functioning of our remarkable church in this neighbourhood.

Indeed, features of the church building Stewardship pledges help sustain articulate that powerful amalgam of worship and service. The entrance engages directly with a crossroads of business, inviting in people from many backgrounds to a sanctuary of reverent refocusing, recharging of our daily lives; a place of beauty in architecture, music and liturgy. The unending rhythm of arches and the changing volumes and vistas that seem to clarify thought but also to evoke Christ's promise of “many mansions”. The pervasive, changing light intimates divine truth while bringing comfort no less than inspiration. And lastly the manner in the elevated and elevating space of the church embodies sacred purpose.

In such ways Stewardship, in enabling our worship and service together and in the community, brings alive the best news, the Good News of the Gospel.

A stewardship moment given by parishioner Rhodri Windsor-Liscombe on November 24, 2013

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Notes

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The Great Litany Stand

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O God the Father, Creator of heaven and earth, Have mercy upon us.

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O God the Son, Redeemer of the world, Have mercy upon us.

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O God the Holy Ghost, Sanctifier of the faithful, Have mercy upon us.

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O holy, blessed, and glorious Trinity, one God, Have mercy upon us.

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Holy Virgin Mary, Mother of God our Saviour Jesus Christ.

Pray for us.

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All holy Angels and Archangels and all holy orders of blessed spirits.

Pray for us.

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All holy Patriarchs, and Prophets, Apostles, Martyrs, Confessors, & Virgins, and all the blessed company of heaven.

Pray for us.

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Remember not, Lord Christ, our offenses, nor the offenses of our forefathers; neither reward us according to our sins. Spare us, good Lord, spare thy people, whom thou hast redeemed with thy most precious blood, and by thy mercy preserve us for ever.

Spare us, good Lord.

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From all evil and wickedness; from sin; from the crafts and assaults of the devil; and from everlasting damnation, Good Lord, deliver us.

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From all blindness of heart; from pride, vainglory, and hypocrisy; from envy, hatred, and malice; and from all want of charity, Good Lord, deliver us.

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From all inordinate and sinful affections; and from all the deceits of the world, the flesh, and the devil, Good Lord, deliver us.

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From all false doctrine, heresy, and schism; from hardness of heart, and contempt of thy Word and commandment, Good Lord, deliver us.

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From lightning and tempest; from earthquake, fire, and flood; from plague, pestilence, and famine, Good Lord, deliver us.

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From all oppression, conspiracy, and rebellion; from violence, battle, and murder; and from dying suddenly and unprepared, Good Lord, deliver us.

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By the mystery of thy holy Incarnation; by thy holy Nativity and submission to the Law; by thy Baptism, Fasting, and Temptation, Good Lord, deliver us.

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By thine Agony and Bloody Sweat; by thy Cross and Passion; by thy precious Death and Burial; by thy glorious Resurrection and Ascension; and by the Coming of the Holy Ghost, Good Lord, deliver us.

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In all time of our tribulation; in all time of our prosperity; in the hour of death, and in the day of judgment, Good Lord, deliver us.

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We sinners do beseech thee to hear us, O Lord God; and that it may please thee to rule and govern thy holy Church Universal in the right way, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to illumine all bishops, priests, and deacons, particularly at this time our new Bishop-elect, with true knowledge and understanding of thy Word; and that both by their preaching and living, they may set it forth, and show it accordingly, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to bless and keep all thy people, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to sustain all staff and volunteers who work with the marginalized during the cold weather and as the holiday season approaches, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to send forth laborers into thy harvest, and to draw all mankind into thy kingdom, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to give to all people increase of grace to hear and receive thy Word, and to bring forth the fruits of the Spirit, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to bring into the way of truth all such as have erred, and are deceived, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to give us a heart to love and fear thee, and diligently to live after thy commandments, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee so to rule the hearts of thy servants, Elizabeth our Queen, the leaders of this nation and all others in authority, that they may do justice, and love mercy, and walk in the ways of truth, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to make wars to cease in all the world; to give to all nations unity, peace, and concord; and to bestow freedom upon all peoples, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to show thy pity upon all prisoners and captives, the homeless and the hungry, and all who are desolate and oppressed, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to give and preserve to our use the bountiful fruits of the earth, so that in due time all may enjoy them, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to inspire us, in our several callings, to do the work which thou givest us to do with singleness of heart as thy servants, and for the common good, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to preserve all who are in danger by reason of their labor or their travel, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to preserve, and provide for, all women in childbirth, young children and orphans, the widowed, and all whose homes are broken or torn by strife, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to visit the lonely; to strengthen all who suffer in mind, body, and spirit; and to comfort with thy presence those who are failing and infirm, especially...

We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to support, help, and comfort all who are in danger, necessity, and tribulation, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to have mercy upon all mankind, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to give us true repentance; to forgive us all our sins, negligences, and ignorances; and to endue us with the grace of thy Holy Spirit to amend our lives according to thy holy Word, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to forgive our enemies, persecutors, and slanderers, and to turn their hearts, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to strengthen such as do stand; to comfort and help the weakhearted; to raise up those who fall; and finally to beat down Satan under our feet, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to grant to all the faithful departed+ eternal life and peace, remembering particularly ‌ and those whose anniversaries are at this time....

We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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That it may please thee to grant that, in the fellowship of the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. James, and all the saints, we may attain to thy heavenly kingdom, We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.

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Son of God, we beseech thee to hear us.

Son of God, we beseech thee to hear us.

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O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world, Have mercy upon us.

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O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world, Have mercy upon us.

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O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world, Grant us thy peace.

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O Christ, hear us.

O Christ, hear us.

Entrance Rite INTROIT

Stand To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul; in you, my God, I put my trust; let me not be humiliated, nor let my enemies triumph over me; let none who look to you be put to shame.

Ad te levavi (Mode VIII)

KYRIE ELEISON All sing

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THE COLLECT OF THE DAY Celebrant All

The Lord be with you.

And with thy spirit.

Celebrant

Let us pray.

Almighty God, give us grace that we may cast away the works of darkness, and put upon us the armour of light, now in the time of this mortal life, in which thy Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious Majesty, to judge both the quick and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end.

Amen.

All

The Liturgy of the Word THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Reader

Be seated

A reading from the Book of Isaiah The word that Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. In days to come the mountain of the Lord's house shall be established as the highest of the mountains, and shall be raised above the hills; all the nations shall stream to it. Many peoples shall come and say, "Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob; that he may teach us his ways and that we may walk in his paths." For out of Zion shall go forth instruction, and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem. He shall judge between the nations, and shall arbitrate for many peoples; they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the Lord!

Isaiah 2:1-5

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Reader Alll

The word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

THE PSALM

A cantor sings the antiphon first; the people repeat it thereafter.

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord."

Now our feet are standing within your gates, O Jerusalem. Antiphon Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: "May they prosper who love you.

Peace be within your walls and quietness within your towers. Antiphon Psalm 122:1-2, 6-7

THE EPISTLE READING Sub-deacon

A reading from the Letter of Paul to the Romans.

Besides this, you know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers; the night is far gone, the day is near. Let us then lay aside the works of darkness and put on the armour of light; let us live honourably as in the day, not in revelling and drunkenness, not in debauchery and licentiousness, not in quarrelling and jealousy. Instead, put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires.

Romans 13:11-14

Sub-deacon Alll

The word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

ALLELUIA

A cantor begins the alleluia; all repeat it thereafter.

Stand

Alleluia. Show us thy mercy, O Lord, and grant us thy salvation. Alleluia. Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land. Alleluia.

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HOLY GOSPEL

All stand and face the book of the Gospels

But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah entered the ark, and they knew nothing until the flood came and swept them all away, so too will be the coming of the Son of Man. Then two will be in the field; one will be taken and one will be left. Two women will be grinding meal together; one will be taken and one will be left. Keep awake therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. But understand this: if the owner of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an unexpected hour.

Matthew 24:36-44

THE SERMON

Be Seated Fr. Bill Crockett (At the conclusion of the sermon, silence is kept)

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THE NICENE CREED

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Stand

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CONFESSION & ABSOLUTION Deacon

Let us humbly confess our sins to almighty God. Kneel

All

Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Maker of all things and judge of all people: We acknowledge and confess our manifold sins and wickedness, Which we from time to time most grievously have committed, By thought, word, and deed, Against thy divine majesty.

We do earnestly repent, and are heartily sorry for these our misdoings.

Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; For thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, Forgive us all that is past; And grant that we may ever hereafter Serve and please thee In newness of life, To the honour and glory of thy name; Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Celebrant

Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who of his great mercy hath promised forgiveness of sins to all them that with hearty repentance and true faith turn unto him: have mercy upon you; + pardon and deliver you from all your sins; confirm and strengthen you in all goodness; and bring you to everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

All

PEACE

Stand

The ministers and people may greet one another in the name of the Lord in the customary way.

You may choose not to shake hands at the Peace. A simple exchange of “Peace be with you” with eye contact and a nod, or a bow, is a good substitute.

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The Liturgy of the Holy Eucharist OFFERTORY & PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS

Be seated

To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul; in you, my God, I put my trust; let me not be humiliated, nor let my enemies triumph over me; let none who look to you be put to shame.

Ad te, Domine, levavi (Mode II)

OFFERTORY HYMN

Stand

The People sing the hymn while the People’s gifts of bread, wine and money are brought forward.

114 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) – Lo, He Comes with Clouds Descending

SURSUM CORDA & PROPER PREFACE

Stand

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It is very meet, right, and our bounden duty, that we should at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto thee, O Lord, holy Father, almighty, everlasting God, creator and preserver of all things.

Through Jesus Christ our Lord, who in the fullness of time came among us in our flesh and opened to us the way of salvation.

Now we watch for the day when he will come again in power and great triumph to judge this world; that we, without shame or fear, may rejoice to behold his appearing.

Therefore with angels and archangels, and with all the company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious name; evermore praising thee and saying:

SANCTUS & BENEDICTUS All sing

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THE PRAYER OF CONSECRATION Celebrant

Kneel

Blessing and glory and thanksgiving be unto thee, almighty God, our heavenly Father, who of thy tender mercy didst give thine only Son Jesus Christ to take our nature upon him, and to suffer death upon the cross for our redemption; who made there, by his one oblation of himself once offered, a full, perfect, and sufficient sacrifice, oblation, and satisfaction, for the sins of the whole world; and did institute, and in his holy gospel command us to continue, a perpetual memorial of that his precious death, until his coming again.

Hear us, O merciful Father, we most humbly beseech thee; and grant that we receiving these thy creatures of bread and wine, according to thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ’s holy institution, in remembrance of his death and passion, may be partakers of his most blessed body and blood; who, in the same night that he was betrayed, took bread; and, when he had given thanks, he brake it; and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take, eat; this is my body which is given for you: Do this in remembrance of me.” + Likewise after supper he took the cup; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink ye all, of this; for this is my blood of the new covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the remission of sins: Do this, as oft as ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me.” +

Alll Celebrant

Alll

Wherefore, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, we thy humble servants with all thy holy Church, remembering the precious death of thy beloved Son, his mighty resurrection, and glorious ascension, and looking for his coming again in glory, do make before thee, in this sacrament of the holy bread of eternal life and the cup of everlasting salvation, the memorial which he hath commanded: We praise thee, we bless thee, we thank thee and we pray to thee, Lord our God. And we entirely desire thy fatherly goodness mercifully to accept this our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving, most humbly beseeching thee to grant, that by the merits and death of thy Son Jesus Christ, and through faith in his blood, we and all thy whole Church may obtain remission of our sins, and all other benefits of his passion; And we pray that by the power of thy Holy Spirit, all we who are partakers of this holy communion may be fulfilled with thy grace + and heavenly benediction; through Jesus Christ our Lord, by whom and with whom, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honour and glory be unto thee, O Father Almighty, world without end.

Amen.

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THE LORD’S PRAYER

THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD

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Kneel

AGNUS DEI All sing

All who are baptized and believe Christ present in this sacrament are invited to come forward for communion. Those who are unable to receive communion, or do not yet receive, are invited to come forward for a blessing. To indicate you wish a blessing, fold your arms rather than holding out your hand for the Sacrament. When coming forward to receive, please approach from the centre aisle only and follow the directions of the attendant standing at the head of the aisle. Please return to your seat via the side aisles.

When you receive the Holy Bread consume it immediately. It is no longer permissible to intinct the Holy Bread in the Holy Wine. You may choose not to receive the Holy Wine from the chalice at this time. If so, once you have received the Holy Bread please remain kneeling and fold your arms to indicate that you do not wish to receive from the chalice.

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COMMUNION ANTIPHON The Lord will indeed grant properity, and our land shall bring forth its increase. Psalm I will listen to what the Lord God is saying: for he is speaking peace to his faithful people and to those who turn their hearts to him.

Dominus dabit benignitatem (Mode I)

COMMUNION HYMN

Sit or kneel

70 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) – Jesus, the Joy of Loving Hearts

Concluding Rite PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Celebrant All

The Lord be with you.

And with thy spirit.

Celebrant

Let us pray.

God for whom we wait, thou hast fed us with the bread of eternal life.

Keep us ever watchful, that we may be ready to stand before the Son of man.

We ask this in the name of Christ the Lord.

Amen.

All

BLESSING Celebrant

All

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Stand

Kneel The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord: And the blessing of God Almighty, the +Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be amongst you and remain with you always.

Amen.

Notices and announcements may be given.

Be seated

THE DISMISSAL

Stand

ANGELUS (See overleaf)

HYMN 366 Green Hymn Book (New English Hymnal) – God of Mercy, God of Grace

POSTLUDE Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme (BWV 645) — J. S. Bach During the postlude you are encouraged to remain quietly in the nave, or to move to the Bishops’ Room to enjoy coffee hour conversation.

For prayer requests, please contact the office or speak to a member of the clergy.

Please notify the Parish Office (604-685-2532) when a parishioner/friend/family member is hospitalized or housebound. The Office will arrange visitation, Holy Communion or Anointing with the Parish Clergy Team and Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator. If entering hospital, please inform the hospital on arrival that you (or the patient you are with) are Anglican and ask for the hospital’s Anglican chaplain.

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ANGELUS

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The Thurible RECTOR’S NOTES

Careerism in the church has a pedigree. Possibly the earliest recorded instance dates to James and John, the apostles, who asked Jesus, “Grant us to sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your glory.” (Mark 10.37) Whose glory do we seek? For those of us in holy orders especially, anything that draws us away from directly serving God’s people is a demotion. Surely.

The values of this world can be resisted by the church. What is promotion in the Kingdom of God? It is ever and only to hear the words: “Well done good and faithful servant… enter you into the joy of your lord.” (Matthew 25.14-30) The phrase “Promoted to Glory”, used by members of the Salvation Army when referring to the death of a Salvationist, captures this truth of the Kingdom.

Look at the cornerstone of St. James’ Church on Gore Avenue.

You will see that the foundations of this Church were laid, “to the greater glory of God” (Ad majorem Dei gloriam). One of the marks of servant ministry, which can be exercised by any Christian, is to dedicate our endeavours, whatever they may be, to the greater glory of God. Jesus’ repost to the ambitions of his disciples was stark: “whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you must be slave of all.” (Mark 10.43-44)

Inform. Inspire. Invite.

INSIDE: •

Today at St. James’

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Formation on Sunday

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Growing in the Knowledge of God

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Resourcing our Faith

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Ministry & Money

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Stewardship Campaign

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Outreach to the World

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Our Diocese

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Justice and Mercy

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Advent

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Quote of this Week

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Opportunities to Serve

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Liturgy at Christmas

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Dido’s “Did You Know?”

The life-blood of the Kingdom of God, the commonwealth of God’s love, is lowly service.

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Saints this Week

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Advent Pastoral Letter

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Mass this Week

Fr. Mark Greenaway-Robbins

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Daily Lectionary

On Maundy Thursday immediately before the washing of the feet the priest, or bishop, says: “Jesus set an example for his disciples by washing their feet, an act of humble service. He taught that strength and growth in the life of the kingdom of God come not by power, authority, or even miracle, but by such lowly service.” (BAS p.305)

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TODAY AT ST. JAMES CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE SALE PARISH HALL After 8:30 am, 10:30 am, and 4:00 pm Mass.

Today’s sale will include knits, home baking and preserves, Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund Christmas cards, Fair Trade coffee, books by St. James’ authors, Anglican Church Women calendars, Ordo Kalendars, etc. Please come! This is an opportunity to start your Christmas shopping.

ADVENT LESSONS AND CAROLS SERVICE Sunday, December 1 at 4:00 pm in the Church.

A feast of songs and scripture by candlelight.

ROSARY PRAYERS ON SUNDAYS 9.45 am in the Lady Chapel Rosary prayers - the Joyful Mysteries - will resume on Sundays before High Mass during Advent. Please speak to Fr. Mark if you would like to know more, or be willing to share in leading this devotion.

FORMATION ON SUNDAY FORMATION SESSIONS IN ADVENT: PROPHECY AND THE COMING OF CHRIST Sunday, December 1, 9:30 am, Bishops’ Room Our Formation Sessions during the first three Sundays of Advent reflect upon the Old Testament lessons, all taken from the first part of Isaiah. The presenters describe the context of these passages and the larger concerns of prophecy in the Christian tradition.

Advent 1 (December 1st): Fr. Bill Crockett (Isa. 2:1-5) Advent 2 (December 8th): Dr. Paul Stanwood (Isa. 11:1-10) 26 | THE THURIBLE

Advent 3 (December 15th ): The Rector (Isa. 35:1-10) Advent 4 (December 22nd ): Dr. Shirley Sullivan , Professor Emeritus of Classics (UBC) is discussing the seven “O Antiphons” and showing how they reveal Jesus in his full nature of God in human flesh.

ALL WELCOME!

GROWING IN THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD MONTHLY BIBLE STUDY AT ST. LUKE'S COURT (adjacent to the Rectory on Cordova Street) Next meeting: Monday December 2, at 1 p.m. for our special Christmas luncheon and study. We still have space to welcome one more person. More info: Betty Vogel 604-687-7071 or Tim Firth timfirth@shaw.ca

RESOURCING OUR FAITH SERMON NOTES: Copies of recent sermons, including “Feast of the King” from Sister Mary Christian Cross, are now available in the Narthex.

FEATURED RESOURCE: The Joy of the Gospel!

Last week has seen much media coverage on the “Joy of the Gospel” – Evangelii Gaudium, an Apostolic Exhortation of Pope Francis to the World. There is much here to ponder on how we proclaim the Gospel of Christ in today’s world.

Full text here: http://www.vatican.va/holy_father/francesco/ apost_exhortations/documents/papafrancesco_esortazione-ap_20131124_evangeliigaudium_en.html

MINISTRY & MONEY

STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN

ARE YOU BEHIND IN YOUR GIVING? At this time of year, if you would like to see where you are at with your pledged giving, please contact Philip via the office (office@stjames.bc.ca or 604.685-2532) who can provide that information for you.

INTENTION CARDS – UPDATE We are delighted with the generosity of parishioners who at this early stage have completed 39 intention cards totalling $96,386 (correct as of Nov. 24th).

In 2013 parishioners returned 73 intention cards and thereby committed a total amount of $144,722 to our ministry and mission budget.

Our target amount in 2014 is $230,000 – which is the projected total of all regular giving and donations to Parish expenses. Don’t forget: if you are part of the pre-authorized debit arrangement (PAD) from your credit card, or bank account, please fill out a new intention card for 2014.

Remember, if your circumstances change you are not bound to give the amount you pledged. It is an expression of commitment which can change during year depending on your circumstances.

BUDGET 2014 AND THE STREET OUTREACH INITIATIVE SOI’s budget and their request for additional funding was received after the Annual Financial Vestry Meeting on November 17th. However, this increase was intimated in the letter from the Trustees that accompanied copies of the Budget. As a result, at a meeting of the Trustees held on November 26, it was decided that we should go ahead with funding in the amount of $28,850 as requested for 2014, and leave the amount listed in the Budget as it was.

Please give as generously as you are able to this incredible parish outreach, so the offset “gap” between the amount of donations to this increased funding won’t get any bigger!

St. Jam es' Target Budget

$250,000

FIRST TIME DONOR TAX CREDITS Did you know that for this year, if you are a first time donor (or haven’t donated for the past five years) you may be entitled to a “super” tax credit? This applies to monetary donations up to $1,000 made after March 20, 2013. see table below

$200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0 NOV. 24 AMOUNT

TARGET AMOUNT

Donor

Amount

Standard CDTC

Super CDTC

Total

Regular

$200

15% = $30

0

$30 credit

New donor

$200

15% = $30

25% = $50

$80 credit

Regular

$500

0

$117 credit

New donor

$500

15% on first $200 = $30 29% on $300 = $87 15% on first $200 = $30 29% on $300 = $87

25% on $500 =$125

$242 credit

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OUTREACH TO THE WORLD SUPPORTING THE PHILIPPINES - PWRDF Long time PWRDF partner Cebu Bohol Relief and Rehabilitation Centre (CRRC) reports that 90% of the 60,000 residents from the 16 Barangays/communities in 6 municipalities with whom CRRC has been working for years are affected by the recent disaster. PWRDF’s other long time partners Farmers’ Development Centre (FARDEC) and Southern Partners Fair Trade Centre (SPFTC) along with CRRC mobilized resources from incountry donations and reached out to the affected families with food, water, clothing and medicines.

These partners have identified 525 of the most vulnerable families in the remote areas of Bantayan Island whom they will provide with rice, dried fish, sardines, cooking oil, puritabs and plastic sheets for temporary shelter utilizing PWRDF’s grant.

As a member of the ACT Alliance, PWRDF has contributed to the $14.1 million ACT response to Typhoon Haiyan. Between November 9 and December 9, 2013, all donations received for typhoon relief from Canadians by registered charities—including PWRDF—will be matched, dollar for dollar, by the Canadian government. The government will use the matching funds to provide assistance through international and Canadian humanitarian organizations. Donations can be made on-line at http://pwrdf.org/donate LOWER MAINLAND CHRISTMAS BUREAU Each year the Christmas Bureau provides help to families who have low incomes or are on social assistance.

Food gift certificates and toys are given to families with children between Wednesday, December 4 and Friday, December 20, upon registration.

Complete packages are available in the Narthex with all the information, and the registration requirements.

If you think you qualify, or if you know someone who could use the help, please pick up a package and spread the word.

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OUR DIOCESE

ORDINATION OF JOYCE LOCHT TO THE DIACONATE Sunday, December 8, 4:00 pm Christ Church Cathedral Joyce Locht, our St. James’ Pastoral Care Coordinator, has been accepted for ordination into the Order of Deacons.

Joyce will become a member of the vocational diaconate, and will continue to serve at St. James’. All are invited to attend her ordination service to support her as she undertakes this new chapter in her life. You are also invited to a fellowship meal in the Bishop's Room at St. James' at 6 pm (after the ordination service). Please RSVP to Joyce Locht 604-6149915 or joyce.locht@gmail.com

JUSTICE AND MERCY MOTHER’S UNION - WHITE RIBBON CAMPAIGN Pledge: "I will never commit, condone, or remain silent about violence against women."

Nov. 25th - Dec. 10th (16 days) White Ribbons will be available in the Narthex and during Formation. For more information go to: http://www.whiteribbon.ca/

ADVENT ROSARY PRAYERS ON SUNDAYS Rosary prayers - the Joyful Mysteries - will resume on Sundays before High Mass during Advent. 9.45 am in the Lady Chapel. Please speak to Fr. Mark if you would like to know more, or be willing to share in leading this devotion.

THE UNCLUTTERED HEART: MAKING ROOM FOR GOD DURING ADVENT with Leah Postman Saturdays: December 7, 14, & 21 10:30 am – 12 pm, May Gutteridge Room As we enter into one of the busiest, most pressured and distractible times of the year, how are we able to create space in our inner and outer lives in preparation for the birth of Christ? You are invited to join in a fourweek Advent series which will endeavour to be a place that allows for letting go of the demands of the season and the opportunity to clear away obstructions to God—our worries, distractions, negative habits—so that our hearts and spirits are open to God’s movement during this holy time. To register, please contact the St. James’ Office 604.685.2532 at or call Leah at 604.318.3460, or for further information.

ADVENT QUIET DAY – DECEMBER 7 The traditional Advent Quiet Day of the Parish (Saturday December 7th) will be dedicated as a day of vigil with the purpose of commending our endeavours described by the Parish Review to the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit. The day will comprise prayer beginning at 10 am with a bring-your-ownlunch from 12-12:30 pm. The Quiet Day will conclude with Evening Prayer at 5:00 pm. Participants are welcome to attend as little, or as much, of the day as you wish. Speak to Fr. Mark for more information.

QUOTE OF THIS WEEK In our episcopally led and synodically governed dioceses and provinces, we rejoice in the diverse callings of all the baptized. As outlined in the ordinals, the threefold servant ministries of bishops, priests and deacons assist in the affirmat ion, coordination and development of these callings as discerned and exercised by the whole people of God. Signposts on a common journey.9 Theological Education for the Anglican Communion

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OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE STREET OUTREACH GIFT CARDS Again this Advent, Fr. Matthew is receiving Gift Cards for distribution to disadvantaged members of our parish community. Favourite brands include: Tim Horton's, McDonalds, Army & Navy, and Subway. Suggested card amount is $10. This purchases a full meal and possibly a separate coffee, or for groceries at Army & Navy. Other amounts are most welcome. If possible, at time of purchase, request a receipt for each card. This provides a backup for the credit.

Please drop off at Church Office, or directly to Fr. Matthew on Sunday.

THANK YOU—BELL FUND Thank you to Alex and Mary-Ann Currie for their generous donation to the Bell Fund. Their interest was peaked by the donation from Shirley Whiteside; they found out more about the bells, and then opened their hearts and wallets to the tune of $500 to that cause.

Many thanks.

SUNDAY COFFEE HOUR The Sunday Coffee Hour is looking for volunteer servers. Coffee Hour is appreciated by so many people. It is a vital service at St. James'. We will train you and support you. If you are interested and willing to help with Coffee Hour a few times a year, contact Pat McSherry,604 687 6844, patmcsherry@telus.net

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LITURGY AT CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS WORSHIP AND EVENTS Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 5:00 pm: First Evening Prayer of Christmas Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 5:30 pm: Vigil Mass of the Nativity - a family Liturgy in the Lady Chapel with carols and nativity costumes. Come dressed as a sheep, a king, a cow, a Mary, a Joseph, a star, an angel, even Herod!

Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 10:00 pm: Musical Prelude Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 10:30 pm: Solemn High Mass of the Nativity with procession and blessing of the Creche.

Wednesday, Dec 25 at 8:00 am: Morning Prayer Wednesday, Dec 25 at 8:30 am: Low Mass of the Dawn Wednesday, Dec 25 at 10:30 am: Procession to the Creche & Solemn High Mass of the Day Wednesday, Dec 25 at 5:00 pm: Second Evening Prayer of Christmas

Monday, January 6 at 6:30 pm: The Epiphany Procession to the Creche with the Blessing of Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh & Solemn High Mass followed by potluck dinner.

DIDO’S “DID YOU KNOW?” The custom at St. James’ is that the Litany (or Great Litany as it is also known) is sung on the first Sunday of Advent and the Sundays of Lent, except Laetare Sunday (Forth Sunday in Lent).

According to our Prayer Book tradition the Litany is to be said on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays. These directions may first be found in the Prayer Book of 1559.

Even our authorized Canadian BCP of 1962 recommends that the Great Litany be used “at least once a month on a Sunday”! (BCP p.30) Why not have a go on your own? (See the BAS pp.138-143) It was the first vernacular service to be authorized officially in England and was published on May 27, 1544. Thomas Cranmer drew on Latin litanies in use in England, Martin Luther’s Latin Litany of 1529 and the Deacon’s Litany in the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom.

A litany (from the Greek meaning ‘a supplication’) is a form of prayer consisting of a series of petitions to which there is a fixed response.

One further litany well known to parishioners from its use at the Easter Vigil and at Baptisms is the Litany of the Saints.

You may wish to explore more, such as the Litanies of Loreto, the Holy Name, St. Joseph and the Most Precious Blood. These and many more may be found in a rich Catholic Anglican resource, Saint Augustine’s Prayer Book.

In my household the word is that after the Great Litany there is nothing left to be prayed!

SAINTS THIS WEEK Nicholas Bishop of Myra, c. 342 – Commemoration December 6 Nothing is certain about his life, but the people of the Church held him in high honour from a very early date and many stories came to be told about him. The most famous of these legends tells of his merciful generosity. Once there were three sisters whose parents were so poor that they thought of selling them.

Bishop Nicholas heard of the sisters’ plight and tossed three bags of gold onto their doorstep – thus providing them with dowries for marriage and saving them from a life of prostitution. That is why he is considered the special protector of children. In memory of his deed of mercy to the three sisters, the Dutch developed the custom of giving gifts to children on his feast-day.

For All the Saints, Prayers and Readings for All Saints’ Day, (ABC, 1994)

Ambrose Bishop of Milan, Teacher of the Faith, 397 December 7 Whilst trying to bring peace to the Christian community, with Arianism and orthodoxy each trying to gain the election of its man as bishop, Ambrose, known and respected by all, though not yet baptized, found himself being urged to accept the role of bishop himself, the gathered Christian populace taking up the cry, “Ambrose for bishop.” He finally accepted and was baptized and consecrated on this day in the year 374 . . . He is credited with being the first person to introduce hymns into Western worship, and wrote several hymns himself which gave a clear understanding of orthodox teaching. He also baptized the future St. Augustine. Ambrose died on Good Friday, 4 April in the year 397.

Celebrating the Saints, (Canterbury Press, 1998)

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ADVENT PASTORAL LETTER Dear Parish Members and Friends, We are writing at this time to share the current findings of the Parish Review. Joyful expectation characterizes Advent and also our hope for St. James’ as we look forward to initiating the Mission and Ministry Plan, which is the Parish Review in action.

OVERVIEW The April session of the Parish Council marked the beginning of this season of review. Three questions have been at the heart of this review: What is our essential and core vocation – our calling – in Christ Jesus? What is God asking us to surrender in our life? What is God calling us to initiate? These questions were designed to equip us to reflect prayerfully upon our common baptismal vocation.

Active listening and reporting has characterized the substance of the review process. The findings have then been made available to the whole Parish through regular updates, and with invitations for any parishioner to contribute. Yet there was never any blueprint or special agenda for the Parish Review. Rather, this activity has been a journey of discovery.

We would like to thank the overwhelming spirit of openness, generosity, and participation by many parishioners. We have been struck by the imaginative thinking and readiness for change which has characterized this season of review.

GOALS FOR MINISTRY AND MISSION AT ST. JAMES’ A new vision for our physical resources The first priority is to ensure that all our physical resources are well kept and fully maintained; the second is to re-envisage the use of our buildings for worship and service.

• Phase one: Develop a comprehensive maintenance plan for all our physical resources along with a financial plan for implementation.

• Phase two: Identify the options with associated costs for a Parish Mission Centre, with street front access, which will consolidate all our offices and spaces for the work of guilds and ministries.

• Phase three: Initiate a programme of opening the Church for prayer, and also for pastoral care that will be supported by both laity and clergy.

We are committed to re-imagine the use of all our physical resources, and so to enhance our presence and engagement with the neighbourhood and beyond, and to make more accessible our catholic liturgical and sacramental tradition. Some concerns that may involve sacrifices have been clearly articulated for reflection and action. These include the leasing of the Parish Hall with its adjoining rooms, and the renovating of the crypt.

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ADVENT PASTORAL LETTER Opportunities for growth in discipleship and service One Sunday a month (approximately), after High Mass, we are committed - and ask the Parish to join us in providing a fellowship lunch. This time will give us an opportunity to have fun together: for example, to discuss a book, watch a film, have instruction in the faith or devotional practices, participate in a religious drama, even to dance! A rich variety of activities based around a fellowship meal is possible. We encourage the Parish to redirect some, if not all, of the energy and resources that we previously put into midweek potluck suppers towards monthly Sunday fellowship. Furthermore, because of the steady flow of enquirers and new parishioners at St. James’, we commit to restart a New Members Ministry, with the mandate of incorporating these new parishioners into fuller membership and fellowship.

Lay and ordained leadership We are committed to serve the Parish on the current model of a partnership between the Rector, Street Outreach Priest, honorary priests, and deacons. We support specialized short term positions to enrich the work of the Parish; and we give thanks for the resources given to employ a Youth Support Worker.

ADVENT AND BEYOND The Ministry and Mission Plan will be made available to the January session of the Parish Council. This plan is a fruit of the review process; and during the yearly cycle of Parish life, it will be revisited, reviewed, and revised. Many excellent ideas for ministry and mission were articulated but which cannot be acted upon at this time; however, these ideas will be recorded in the Ministry and Mission Plan for future reference. Already we are witnessing fruitful results from the Review. The Trustees are creating a comprehensive action plan for the maintenance and renewal of our physical resources; The Thurible is a renewed weekly Parish communication; the website will be overhauled within the next few months; a Youth Support Worker will be hired in the New Year.

Please speak to any one of us if you would like to know more. We give thanks to God, “whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine”. We offer this Parish Review to the Glory of God. Yours in Christ, The Trustees and Collegium of St. James Leslie Arnovick, Betty Carlson, Sr. Mary Christian Cross, Fr. Mark Greenaway-Robbins, Fr. Matthew Johnson, Joyce Locht, Graham Murchie, Brian Rocksborough-Smith, Mtr. Alexis Saunders, Paul Stanwood, Canon Douglas Williams, Reece Wrightman, and Angela Van Luven.

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MASS THIS WEEK 2013

MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS

MON. DECEMBER 2

12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel

Nicholas Ferrar, 1637

For lay religious communities

TUES. DECEMBER 3

9:30 am in the Lady Chapel

St. Francis Xavier, Missionary to the Far East, 1552

For Christians living out their faith in the Far East

WED. DECEMBER 4 St. John Damascene, Priest and Teacher of the Faith, c.749

12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel For Christian Education, both in the Church and in Educational Facilities

THU. DECEMBER 5

9:30 am in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel

St. Clement of Alexandria, Priest, c.210

For Theologians, especially those working in Seminaries

FRI. DECEMBER 6

12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel

St. Nicholas, Bishop of Myra, c.342

For all children, especially those living in poverty

SAT. DECEMBER 7 St. Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, Teacher of the Faith, 397 SUN. DECEMBER 8 Advent 2

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For all Church administrators

8:00 am 8:30 am 10:30 am 5:00 pm

Morning Prayer Low Mass High Mass Evening Prayer

DAILY LECTIONARY DATE

DAILY MASS

MORNING PRAYER 9:00 AM

EVENING PRAYER 5:00PM

MON. DECEMBER 2

Is 2:1-5 Ps 122 Mt 8:5-13

Ps 1, 2, 3 Am 2:6-16 2 Pet 1:1-11

Ps 4, 7 Is 1:10-20 Mt 21:1-11

TUES. DECEMBER 3

Is 42:1-4 Ps 96 Lk 10:1-9, 17-20

Ps 5, 6 Am 3:1-11 2 Pet 1:12-21

Ps 10, 11 Is 1:21-31 Mt 21:12-22

WED. DECEMBER 4

Is 25:6-9 Ps 23 Mt 15:29-39

Ps 119:1-24 Am 3:12 – 4:5 2 Pet 3:1-10

Ps 12, 13, 14 Is 2:1-11 Mt 21:23-32

THU. DECEMBER 5

Col 1:11-20 Ps 103:1-4, 13-18 Jn 6:57-63

Ps 18:1-20 Am 4:6-13 2 Pet 3:11-18

Ps 18:21-50 Is 2:12-22 Mt 21:33-46

FRI. DECEMBER 6

1 Jn 4:7-14 Ps 107:33-43 Mk 10:13-16

Ps 16, 17 Am 5:1-17 Jude 1-16

Ps 22 Is 3:8-15 Mt 22:1-14

2 Cor 6:1-13 Ps 27:5-11 Lk 12:35-37

Ps 20, 21:1-7 Am 5:18-27 Jude 17-25

Ps 110:1-5; 116; 117 Is 4:2-6 Mt 22:15-22

Is 11:1-10 Ps 72:1-7, 18-19 Rom 15:4-13 Mt 3:1-12

Ps 148, 149, 150 Am 6:1-14 2 Th 1:5-12

Ps 114, 115 Is 5:1-7 Lk 1:57-68

SAT. DECEMBER 7

SUN. DECEMBER 8

Public prayer is offered every day in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel which is accessed on East Cordova Street through the Chapel Walkway.

Morning Prayer 9.00 am. Evening Prayer 5.00 pm.

Please be on time since the gate may be closed once prayers have begun.

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CLERGY

PARISH STAFF

Rector: Father Mark Greenaway-Robbins rector@stjames.bc.ca

Office Managers: Linda Adams: Mon – Wed, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Deanna Ferguson: Thu – Sat, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Days off: Friday & Saturday Street Outreach: Father Matthew Johnson streetoutreachinitiative@gmail.com

Building Manager & Assistant: Art Cuthbertson: Mon-Thu, 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 604-329-7567 Darren Campbell: Sat, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM

604-685-7522 (non-emergency #) Days off: Monday & Saturday Honorary Assistants: Mother Alexis Saunders, Priest Sister Mary Christian Cross, Deacon

Organist & Choirmaster: Gerald Harder Assistant Organist: Bruce McKenzie

CLERGY AVAILABILITY

PARISH OFFICERS

Clergy may be contacted through the Office: 604-685-2532 For immediate contact or within a few hours please contact the Rector on his cell phone at: Father Mark Greenaway-Robbins: 778-316-7941 You may need to leave a message if we are engaged in a pastoral matter and we will promptly return urgent calls. We seek to be available to all in any circumstances and encourage you to contact us and request an opportunity for a pastoral appointment.

For pastoral care and support you may also contact our Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator: joyce.locht@gmail.com | Joyce Locht 604-614-9915

Rector’s Warden: Brian Rocksborough-Smith 604-291-9852 wardens@stjames.bc.ca People’s Warden: Reece Wrightman 604-872-4129 wardens@stjames.bc.ca Associate Warden: Betty Carlson 604-522-4412 wardens@stjames.bc.ca Trustee: Leslie Arnovick Trustee: Graham Murchie Trustee: Paul Stanwood Treasurer: Angela Van Luven Envelope Secretary: Philip Green Parish Privacy Officer & Vestry Clerk: Linda Adams PARISH COUNCIL Chair: Jane Turner Secretary: Erin Kenny

Diocese of New Westminster Anglican Church of Canada 303 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1L4 T: 604-685-2532 | Fax: 604-685-7605 E: office@stjames.bc.ca | Web: www.stjames.bc.ca Parish Office hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 am-4:00pm