High Mass
First Sunday of Advent | December 2, 2012 | 10:30 am
Welcome 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 10:30 am
Formation: Advent One “The Texts behind the Tunes” Leader: The Reverend Doctor Pat Dutcher-Walls High Mass
On the cover is a photo of one of the seven Altar lamps. These hanging oil lamps are actually silver containers, each cradling a copper vessel which holds enough oil to burn for six weeks. Each container is engraved in memory of a particular parish member from the early years of the 20th century. This booklet is printed on recycled paper. Discarded copies will be recycled. 2 | HIGH MASS
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 A READING FROM THE LIVES OF THE SAINTS Pour down, O heavens, from above, and let the skies rain down righteousness. Turn your fierce anger form us, O Lord, and remember not our sins for ever. Your holy cities have become a desert, Zion a wilderness, Jerusalem a desolation; our holy and beautiful house, where our fathers+ praised you. Pour down, O heavens, from above, and let the skies rain down righteousness. We have sinned and become like one who is unclean; we have all withered like a leaf, and our iniquities like the wind have swept us away. You have hidden your face from us, and abandoned us to our iniquities. Pour down, O heavens, from above, and let the skies rain down righteousness. You are my witnesses, says the Lord, and my servant whom I have chosen, that you may know me and believe me. I myself am the Lord, and none but I can deliver; what my hand holds, none can snatch away. Pour down, O heavens, from above, and let the skies rain down righteousness. Comfort my people, comfort them; my salvation shall not be delayed. I have swept your offences away like a cloud; fear not, for I will save you. I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your redeemer. Pour down, O heavens, from above, and let the skies rain down righteousness. 4 | HIGH MASS
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, 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 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, 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 to cast away the works of darkness and put on the armour of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which thy Son Jesus Christ came to us in great humility, that on the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.
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The Liturgy of the Word THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Reader
Be seated
A reading from the Book of Jeremiah. The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will fulfil the promise I made to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. In those days and at that time I will cause a righteous Branch to spring up for David; and he shall execute justice and righteousness in the land. In those days Judah will be saved and Jerusalem will live in safety. And this is the name by which it will be called: "The Lord is our righteousness." Jeremiah 33:14-16
Reader Alll
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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THE PSALM
A cantor sings the antiphon first; the people repeat it thereafter.
Show me your ways, O Lord, and teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; in you have I trusted all the day long. Antiphon Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love, for they are from everlasting. Remember not the sins of my youth and my transgressions; remember me according to your love and for the sake of your goodness, O Lord. Antiphon Psalm 25:3-6
THE EPISTLE READING Sub-deacon
A reading from the Letter of Paul to the Thessalonians. How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you? Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and restore whatever is lacking in your faith. Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints. 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
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. Ostende nobis (Mode VI) 12 | HIGH MASS
THE HOLY GOSPEL
All stand and turn to face the book of the Gospels
Jesus said, "There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see 'the Son of Man coming in a cloud' with power and great glory. Now when these things begin to take place, stand up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near." Then he told them a parable: "Look at the fig tree and all the trees; as soon as they sprout leaves you can see for yourselves and know that summer is already near. So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. Be on guard so that your hearts are not weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and the worries of this life, and that day catch you unexpectedly, like a trap. For it will come upon all who live on the face of the whole earth. Be alert at all times, praying that you may have the strength to escape all these things that will take place, and to stand before the Son of Man." Luke 21:25-36
THE SERMON
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THE NICENE CREED
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CONFESSION & ABSOLUTION Deacon
Let us humbly confess our sins to almighty God. Kneel
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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.
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THE 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. 16 | HIGH MASS
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. 110 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) – “Sleepers, wake!” A voice astounds us
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. HIGH MASS | 19
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.
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
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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.
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BLESSING Celebrant
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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.
THE DISMISSAL
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Stand
Be Seated
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ANGELUS
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HYMN 88 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) – Come, thou long-expected Jesus
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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Formation on Sundays - Music of Advent Series Advent is a season that reflects upon and hopes for the final coming of Christ. This series focuses on the music of the Advent season. The musical tradition helps build the anticipation of the faithful and expresses their deepest longings for the second advent of Jesus. Simultaneously we look toward the celebration of the Incarnation, or the first advent. This year, Old Testament readings from the Mass come from the prophets. In our first talk, we examine the prophetic texts that inform Advent hymns. In the second, Bishop Michael will present a session further exploring the music of Advent. In the third week, we will explore the “Advent Prose” which is a moving text sung by the choir. This compilation of texts from the prophet Isaiah consists of lyrical laments which ask God to remember his people. It concludes with words of God’s comfort. The last session will treat the “O” antiphons. This series of seven pleas (e.g. “O Come, O Come Emmanuel”) is prayed from December 16th to the 24th. Thus we explore how the music of Advent supports the liturgy of the season.
Dec 9 Advent Two: The Music of Advent Leader: The Right Reverend Michael Ingham, Bishop of New Westminster Dec 16 Advent Three: The Advent Responsory Leader: Ruth Greenaway-Robbins Dec 23 Advent Four: The “O” Antiphons Leader: The Reverend Andrew Halladay
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Advent at St. James' Lessons and Carols - Tonight Enjoy a feast of scripture readings and song. Invite your friends to this beautiful, simple, candlelit service. The St. James' High Mass Choir will sing the lovely and moving carols of Advent. Date: Sunday, December 2 Time: 5:00pm
Christmas Boutique - Today Get the perfect home-made jams, jellies, chutneys, baked goods, knitting, crafts, 2013 Ordo Kalendars, and more. The ever-popular Christmas Boutique Sale, sponsored by the Women’s Guild, will be open after each Mass today, as well as right after the Lessons and Carols service. Date: Sunday, December 2 Time: 9:30am, 12:00pm, and 6:00pm
Advent Quiet Day: O Come, O Come Emmanuel In the midst of the busy weeks of Advent step into a time of readings, prayers, reflections, and silence to renew your hope in God. To begin our journey through Advent we will contemplate the words of a selection of hymns. Advent hymns are among the richest in the Christian tradition. How do these hymns prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of Christ? Bring your favourite hymn to share if you wish. There will be time for reading, sketching, silence, and writing, in a restful, relaxing environment. Date: Saturday, December 8 Time: 1:00pm - 4:30pm Led by Mother Jessica Schaap Please bring a snack and a journal. Please contact the office if you can join us.
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St. James’ News & Announcements THANK YOU FROM THE STEWARDSHIP GROUP To all who have sent in your Intention Cards, thank you. To those who have yet to do so, please feel free to drop them in the weekly collection at Mass or mail them directly to the church office. JULIAN GATHERING Dec 9th, 5:00 – 7:30 pm On Sunday evening Dec. 9th at 5:00 pm, we invite you to our monthly Julian gathering. We will begin at 5:00 pm with Evening Prayer, enjoy at potluck dinner together in the Bishops' Room, then enjoy a time of contemplative prayer, reading, and discussion. We will be led by Mother Alexis Saunders, Oblate of the Order of Julian of Norwich. All are welcome. For further information, please contact Mother Alexis at 778-882-3307. SOUP SALE TODAY Look for Mary Brown right after High Mass in the Bishops’ Room.
FIRST AID NEED AND TRAINING Considering recent medical emergencies at St James’, there is a recognized need to try to have present at all services as much as possible, individuals currently trained in First Aid. Any parish member who holds current First Aid certification and is willing to be available to assist with First Aid emergencies (protected from liability under the Good Samaritan Act) when present at church services, is invited to please give her/his name to the office. Further, any parish member who would like to receive First Aid training in the future with a group from St James’ so as to be available when attending church, to assist with First Aid emergencies, is also invited to give their name to the office. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS NEEDED BY PARISHIONER She needs a 5-6 drawer chest of drawers, a landline telephone to use for doorbell and entry purposes, lamps, cat tree, pots & pans, and a toaster oven. Please call Joyce Locht 604-614-9915.
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St. James’ News & Announcements Cowichan International Aboriginal Festival of Film and Art. The film’s Director, Sara McIntyre, will be in attendance for a Q&A after the film. This film is unrated, so guests must be 19 or older. FLOWERS AT CHRISTMASTIDE
TWO INDIANS TALKING Wednesday
The Flower Guild is asking parishioners for donations towards the purchase of flowers to decorate the Church for Christmastide. Any amount is gratefully accepted. There will be no flowers in the church during Lent, but please consider making a dedication for Christmas flowers. Phone or email your dedication to the church office by Dec. 10th so that your dedication will appear in the Christmas bulletins (which are being printed on Dec. 11th). Also, we could use holly. Please cut with a long stem, and deliver to the Church by Dec. 22nd. Thank you, Margaret Vickers
December 5th 7:15pm
The Urban Native Youth Association and Reel Causes are proud to present the humorous and thought provoking film Two Indians Talking in partnership with Vancity Credit Union, Vancity Theatre, and Kiss Dust Pictures. Doors open at 6:30pm with the movie showing at 7:15pm. Tickets are $15.00. Come out and enjoy a great movie, while supporting UNYA’s Native Youth Centre campaign! If you can’t make it, then please consider sponsoring a Native youth to attend. Call 604-254-7732 to arrange advance payment. 100% of all proceeds go to UNYA and will be used to match funds raised during the Lattimer Gallery’s Annual Charity Bentwood Box Auction for UNYA. Winner of the People’s Choice Award, Most Popular Canadian Film, Vancouver International Film Festival. Best Actor Award for Justin Rain, Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival. Best Feature Film Award, 28 | HIGH MASS
2013 ST. JAMES’ ORDO KALENDARS NOW AVAILABLE - IN FULL COLOUR Ordo Kalendars may be purchased from Reece Wrightman today at the Boutique Sale for $16.50 each. They will also be available after mass next Sunday. The paper is very high-quality, and the photos are stunning. This year’s theme is Elements of the Eucharist, and all of the images used were taken inside the church. Thank you to everyone who took the time to take photos and submit them for this year’s publication. We are truly blessed to have so many talented photographers at St. James’!
St. James’ News & Announcements A ST. JAMES’ HIGH MASS VIDEO TODAY Chris Loh, a St. James’ parishioner, photographer, and videographer will be taking video of the St. James’ High Mass. This filming will result in a short 2-3 minute video to introduce and share the beauty of High Mass to newcomers and visitors. The video will be posted on the website and on Youtube. PDC UPDATE #4 The work of the committee continues to move forward. Two of the three candidates for the position of Development Consultant have been interviewed and a third is scheduled for later this month. It is anticipated that a selection will be made by year end with work to begin early in the year. Donations for funding this process are still needed. They can be made payable to St. James Parish Foundation and are tax deductible. Questions can be directed to the committee at project@stjames.bc.ca or in writing to the office.
parking service a director from St. Luke’s will be available for the next 2 Sundays to answer your questions. These directors are, David Agler, Reece Wrightman, Joyce Locht, Andrew Campbell and John Van Luven. WARM SOCKS WANTED We would welcome donations of warm socks for the Mission to Seafarers to take to Seafarers in harbour over the Christmas holidays. Wrapping will take place on December 14th. St James’ Women’s Guild welcome help with packing all Diocesan donations. See Mary B or Janis Waller (about socks). Thanks, Mary
COOPER PLACE PARKING December 1, 2012-November 30, 2013. This is for everyone who has a Parking Fob for Cooper Place. Many of you have been asking when the money is due for the annual parking fee for Cooper Place parking. The answer is – now. The Trustees have set the Parking Rate as the same as last year - $125.00/year. As we took all your information last year, all you need do is to write a cheque for $125.00, payable to St. James Church – Parking, add your fob # that you find on the front of your key fob, and place it in the collection plate or hand it into to the office. Please do not include this amount with your regular donation. If you have a fob that you no longer require, you may turn it in to the office. If you have any questions about this
COOPER PLACE RESIDENT REQUIRES ASSISTANCE TO HIGH MASS This parishioner is visually impaired, and would like some assistance to mass. Please contact the office for more information.
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St. James’ News & Announcements SJMA CHRISTMAS RECITAL
NO EFM MEETINGS IN DECEMBER
Friday, December 7th
The next meeting will be on Thursday, January 10th.
The children from the Saint James’ Music Academy will perform on December 7th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Come early if you want to be seated because this is a very popular event.
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HURRICANE SANDY – HOW CAN YOU HELP? PWRDF is working with The Cuban Council of Churches (CCC) and Lutheran World Relief (LWF) in Haiti as they recover from the significant damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. CCC is providing food, water, bedding, hygiene kits and counsellors to speak with those affected. CCC is initially targeting 50,000 affected people in the provinces of Santiago de Cuba, Granma, Holguin and Las Tunas. LWF reports extensive damage in Haiti with hundreds of families homeless and living in temporary shelters. The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) is accepting donations for this emergency response. PWRDF contributed an initial grant of $20,000 to the ACT Alliance response in Cuba. Please support PWRDF’s response to this ongoing emergency! Donations can be made in the following ways: Online: http://pwrdf.org/donate Credit Card: 1-866-308-7973 Mail: Please make cheques payable to PWRDF, Hurricane Sandy Relief and send to The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund The Anglican Church of Canada 80 Hayden Street Toronto, Ontario M4Y 3G2 Anglicans in Canada are praying, acting and giving to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Please watch for updates on PWRDF’s response to the situation at www.pwrdf.org.
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PWRDF CHRISTMAS CARDS and
GUILDS & GROUPS: ANNUAL REPORTS
ACW CALENDARS
Please have your annual reports, complete with the names of all members as well as the primary contact person, to the office by January 13th at the very latest. This will ensure that the Office has time to compile, print, and assemble them in time for the February Annual Vestry Meeting. With thanks in advance, Linda Adams Janet Hamilton
The ACW has Canadian Church Calendars for sale, with envelopes available, for $5.00. They have pictures of churches from across Canada. Some people like to send them overseas as gifts. We have two new Christmas card designs for 2012 (see images above), sold in packages of 12 cards with envelopes for $15.00. Christian messages! Look for Mary Brown and Peter Goodwin in the Bishops’ Room after High Mass. Peter can also be reached at 604 929 6143.
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Christmas at St. James’ Monday, December 24 5:00pm 5:30pm
10:00pm 10:30pm
Christmas Eve
First Evening Prayer of Christmas 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! Musical Prelude Solemn High Mass of the Nativity with procession and blessing of the Creche.
Tuesday, December 25
Christmas Day
8:00am Morning Prayer 8:30am Low Mass of the Dawn 10:30am Procession to the Creche & Solemn High Mass of the Day 3:00 pm Second Evening Prayer of Christmas (There will be no Tuesday 6pm Mass on Christmas Day)
Wednesday, December 26 St. Stephen’s Day 9:00am 12:10pm 5:00pm
Morning Prayer in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Low Mass Evening Prayer in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel.
Sunday, January 6 The Epiphany 10:30 am
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Procession to the Creche with the Blessing of Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh.
Meetings and Events at St. James’ December
2 Sun | 9:30 AM 2 Sun | 12:00 PM
Boutique Sale, Parish Hall Boutique Sale, Parish Hall
2 Sun | 5:00 PM
Lessons and Carols, Church
2 Sun | 6:00 PM
Boutique Sale, Parish Hall
2 Sun | 7:30 PM
Narcotics Anonymous, May Gutteridge Room
3 Mon | 2:00 PM
Saint James Music Academy
(use of all church space 2 to 6:30 pm, Mondays to Fridays) 3 Mon | 7:00 PM
Private Rental, Bishops’ Room
3 Mon | 7:00 PM
Latino AA, May Gutteridge Room
4 Tue | 6:30 PM
Social Justice Group Meeting, Bishops’ Room
4 Tue | 7:00 PM
Latino AA Group, May Gutteridge Room
5 Wed | 10:30 AM
Pastoral Care Meeting, Bishops’ Room
6 Thu | 8:00 AM
Latino Lunch (lunch served at noon), Crypt
6 Thu | 7:30 PM
Narcotics Anonymous, May Gutteridge Room
7 Fri | 6:30 PM
SJMA Christmas Concert, Church
8 Sat | 8:30 AM
Sanctuary Guild, Parish Hall
8 Sat | 1:00 PM
Advent Quiet Day, Bishops’ Room
8 Sat | 7:00 PM
Latino AA Group, May Gutteridge Room
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Offices and Mass Times 2012 MON. DECEMBER 3RD
MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS 12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
St. Francis Xavier, Msy to the Far East 1552 TUES. DECEMBER 4TH
For Christians in China and Japan
Nicholas Ferrar, 1637 WED. DECEMBER 5TH
For Family life as a means of grace 12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
St. Clement of Alexandria, Pr c.210 THU. DECEMBER 6TH
For grace to behold the works of God 9:30 am in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel
St. Nicholas, Bp of Myra c.342 FRI. DECEMBER 7TH
For a renewed spirit of generosity toward others and for those in need 12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
St. Ambrose, Bp of Milan, Teacher of the Faith 397 SAT. DECEMBER 8TH
For our Bishops and their ministry of Apostolic teaching 5:30 pm in the Lady Chapel
The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary SUN. DECEMBER 9TH
Advent 2
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6:00 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel
For all Churches, institutions and persons named in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary 8:00 am Morning Prayer 8:30 am Low Mass 10:30 am High Mass 5:00 pm Evening Prayer
Daily Lectionary DATE
DAILY MASS
MON. DECEMBER 3RD
IS 42:1-4 PS 96 LK 10:1-9, 17-20 JOB 1:1-5 PS 119:161-168 LK 10:38-41 COL 1:11-20 PS 103:1-4, 13-18 JN 6:57-63 1 JN 4:7-14 PS 107:33-43 MK 10:13-16 2 Cor 6:1-13 Ps 27:5-11 Lk 12:35-37, 42-44 BAR 5:1-9 LK 1:68-79 PHIL 1:3-11 LK 3:1-6 BAR 5:1-9 LK 1:68-79 PHIL 1:3-11 LK 3:1-6
TUES. DECEMBER 4TH
WED. DECEMBER 5TH
THU. DECEMBER 6TH
FRI. DECEMBER 7TH
SAT. DECEMBER 8TH
SUN. DECEMBER 9TH
MORNING PRAYER 9:00 AM PS 1, 2, 3 IS 1:10-20 1 TH 1:1-10 PS 5, 6 IS 1:21-31 1TH2:1-12 PS 119:1-24 IS 2:1-11 1 TH 2:13-20 PS 18:1-20 IS 2:12-22 1 TH 3:1-13 PS 16, 17 IS 3:8-15 1 TH 4:1-12 PS 20, 21:1-7 IS 4:2-6 1 TH 4:13-18
EVENING PRAYER 5:00PM PS 4, 7 AM 2:6-16 LK 20:1-8 PS 10, 11 AM 3:1-11 LK 20:9-18 PS 12, 13, 14 AM 3:12 – 4:5 LK 20:19-26 PS 18:21-50 AM 4:6-13 LK 20:27-40 PS 22 AM 5:1-17 LK 20:41 – 21:4 PS 110:1-5, 116, 117 AM 5:18-27 LK 21:5-19
PS 148, 149, 150 IS 5:1-7 2 PET 3:11-18
PS 114, 115 AM 6:1-14 LK 7:28-35
Please take this booklet away with you to aid in your own reflection, prayers and for your information.
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THE CLERGY Rector
Father Mark Greenaway-Robbins rector@stjames.bc.ca
Assistant Priest Mother Jessica Schaap assistant@stjames.bc.ca Street Outreach Father Matthew Johnson 604-685-7522 (non-emergency number)
days off: Monday, Saturday Honorary Assistants Mother Alexis Saunders Brother John Blyth Sister Mary Christian Cross
PARISH STAFF Office Managers Linda Adams Mon - Wed 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Janet Hamilton Thu - Sat 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Business Manager
John Van Luven
Building Manager & Assistant Art Cuthbertson Mon-Thu 9:00 AM-2:00 PM Darren Campbell Sat 8:00 AM-12:00 PM Organist and Choirmaster Gerald Harder Assistant Organist Bruce McKenzie PARISH OFFICERS
Deacon
Any of the clergy may be contacted through the Parish Office: 604-685-2532 CLERGY AVAILABILITY For immediate contact or within a few hours their cell numbers are: Father Mark Greenaway-Robbins 778-316-7941
days off: Friday, Saturday Mother Jessica Schaap 604-880-4938
days off: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Rector’s Warden Brian Rocksborough-Smith 604-291-9852 People’s Warden Paul Stanwood 604-263-0138 Assoc. Warden Reece Wrightman 604-872-4129 EMAIL: wardens@stjames.bc.ca Building Project Communication EMAIL: project@stjames.bc.ca Trustee Trustee Trustee Treasurer
Eleanor Beckett Jen Amundgaard Graham Murchie Angela Van Luven
Envelope Secretary Parish Privacy Officer
Philip Green Linda Adams
You may need to leave a message if we are PARISH COUNCIL
engaged in a pastoral matter and we will promptly return urgent calls. We seek to be available to all in any circumstances and
Chair Secretary
Jane Turner Erin Kenny
encourage you to contact us and request an opportunity for a pastoral appointment. We aim to be available regularly. On Saturday, December 8th, Father Mark is on-call for emergency situations. 303 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC, v6a 1l4 For pastoral care and support, you may also contact Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator Joyce Locht 604-614-9915 (cell) EMAIL:
joyce.locht@gmail.com
telephone: 604-685-2532, fax: 604-685-7605 email: office@stjames.bc.ca web: www.stjames.bc.ca parish office hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 am-4:00pm