High Mass
Second Sunday after Epiphany | January 15, 2017 | 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 strive 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 8:00 am Morning Prayer, Blessed Sacrament Chapel 8:30 am Low Mass, Lady Chapel 9:15 am Coffee Hour, Rectory 10:30 am High Mass, Church 12:00 pm Coffee Hour, Rectory 5:00 pm Evening Prayer, Blessed Sacrament Chapel ______________________________________________________________________ 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’. There is a play area with toys and colouring books at the back of the Church. Godly Play will take place in this area during the first part of the service. 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 Deeply embedded in being human is the quest to flourish, the drive to become all that we can be. From a Christian perspective, this quest is rooted in the image of God and is a reflection of our participation in the life of the Spirit. It is about choosing life and living fully in the present, ready to engage with the world around us. “Your life is shaped by the end you live for. You are made in the image of what you desire.� Thomas Merton
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Entrance Rite PRELUDE Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern — Johann Pachelbel At the entrance of the clergy and servers all stand.
Stand
INTROIT All the earth bows down before you, O God, and sings to you, sings out your Name, O Most High. Psalm Be joyful in God, all you lands: sing the glory of his Name: sing the glory of his praise. Omnis terra (Mode IV)
KYRIE ELEISON Kyrie eleison. Christe eleison. Kyrie eleison.
Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us. Setting: Missa ‘O westron wynde’ — Healey Willan
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GLORIA IN EXCELSIS
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COLLECT OF THE DAY Celebrant All
The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit.
Celebrant
Let us pray. Almighty God, thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ is the light of the world. May thy people, illumined by thy word and sacraments, shine with the radiance of his glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; who livest and reignest with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
All
The Liturgy of the Word OLD TESTAMENT READING Reader
Be seated
A reading from the Book of Isaiah. Listen to me, O coastlands, pay attention, you peoples from far away! The Lord called me before I was born, while I was in my mother's womb he named me. He made my mouth like a sharp sword, in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me a polished arrow, in his quiver he hid me away. And he said to me, "You are my servant, Israel, in whom I will be glorified." But I said, "I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength for nothing and vanity; yet surely my cause is with the Lord, and my reward with my God." And now the Lord says, who formed me in the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob back to him, and that Israel might be gathered to him, for I am honoured in the sight of the Lord, and my God has become my strength he says, "It is too light a thing that you should be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob and to restore the survivors of Israel; I will give you as a light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth." Thus says the Lord, the Redeemer of Israel and his Holy One, to one
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deeply despised, abhorred by the nations, the slave of rulers, "Kings shall see and stand up, princes, and they shall prostrate themselves, because of the Lord, who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, who has chosen you." Isaiah 49:1-7
Reader Allll
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
PSALM
A cantor sings the antiphon first; the people repeat it thereafter.
I waited patiently upon the Lord; he stooped to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the desolate pit, out of the mire and clay; he set my feet upon a high cliff and made my footing sure. Antiphon He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God; many shall see, and stand in awe, and put their trust in the Lord. Antiphon Happy are they who trust in the Lord! they do not resort to evil spirits or turn to false gods. Great things are they that you have done, O Lord my God! how great your wonders and your plans for us! there is none who can be compared with you. Oh, that I could make them known and tell them! but they are more than I can count. Antiphon Psalm 40:1-6
EPISTLE READING Sub-deacon
A reading from the First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians. Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes, To the church of God that is in Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, together with all those who in every place call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, both their Lord and ours: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that has been given you in Christ Jesus, for in every way you have been enriched in him, in speech and knowledge of every kind just as the testimony of Christ HIGH MASS | 9
has been strengthened among you so that you are not lacking in any spiritual gift as you wait for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ. He will also strengthen you to the end, so that you may be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is faithful; by him you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. 1 Corinthians 1:1-9
Sub-deacon Allll
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
ALLELUIA
A cantor begins the alleluia; all repeat it thereafter
Stand
Alleluia. Praise the Lord, all ye angels of his: praise him all his host. Alleluia. Praise him, sun and moon: praise him, all ye shining stars! Alleluia. Laudate Deum, omnes angeli (Mode V)
HOLY GOSPEL Deacon People Deacon People
All stand and turn to face the book of the Gospels The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit. The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. Glory be to thee, O Lord. The next day John the Baptist saw Jesus coming toward him and declared, "Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! This is he of whom I said, 'After me comes a man who ranks ahead of me because he was before me.' I myself did not know him; but I came baptizing with water for this reason, that he might be revealed to Israel." And John testified, "I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him. I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water said to me, 'He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.' And I myself have seen and have testified that this is the Son of God." The next day John again was standing with two of his disciples, and as he watched Jesus walk by, he exclaimed, "Look, here is the Lamb of God!" The two disciples heard him say this, and they followed Jesus. When Jesus turned and saw them following,
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he said to them, "What are you looking for?" They said to him, "Rabbi" (which translated means Teacher), "where are you staying?" He said to them, "Come and see." They came and saw where he was staying, and they remained with him that day. It was about four o'clock in the afternoon. One of the two who heard John speak and followed him was Andrew, Simon Peter's brother. He first found his brother Simon and said to him, "We have found the Messiah" (which is translated Anointed). He brought Simon to Jesus, who looked at him and said, "You are Simon son of John. You are to be called Cephas" (which is translated Peter). John 1:29-42
Deacon People
The Gospel of Christ. Praise be to thee, O Christ.
SERMON
Be Seated Canon Douglas Williams (At the conclusion of the sermon, silence is kept)
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NICENE CREED
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Stand
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Celebrant
In peace, let us pray to the Lord.
All
After each petition this response is said: Lord in thy mercy. Hear our prayer.
All All
Stand
After the petition for the departed: + Rest eternal grant unto them, O Lord. And may light perpetual shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
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CONFESSION & ABSOLUTION Deacon
Let us humbly confess our sins to almighty God.
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.
Kneel
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. 14 | HIGH MASS
The Liturgy of the Holy Eucharist OFFERTORY & PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS O be joyful in God, all ye lands; sing praises unto the honour of his Name; O come hither and hearken all ye that fear God, and I will tell you what things he hath done for my soul, alleluia. Iubilate Deo, universa terra (Mode I)
HYMN
Stand The People sing the hymn while the People’s gifts of bread, wine and money are brought forward. 55 Green Hymn Book (New English Hymnal) — Hail to the Lord’s Anointed Hail to the Lord's Anointed, great David's greater Son! Hail, in the time appointed, his reign on earth begun! He comes to break oppression, to set the captive free, to take away transgression, and rule in equity. He comes, with succour speedy to those who suffer wrong; to help the poor and needy, and bid the weak be strong; to give them songs for sighing, their darkness turn to light, whose souls, condemned and dying, were precious in his sight.
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He shall come down like showers upon the fruitful earth; and love, joy, hope, like flowers, spring in his path to birth; before him, on the mountains shall peace the herald go; and righteousness, in fountains from hill to valley flow. Kings shall fall down before him, and gold and incense bring; all nations shall adore him, his praise all people sing; to him shall prayer unceasing and daily vows ascend; his kingdom still increasing, a kingdom without end. O'er every foe victorious, he on his throne shall rest; from age to age more glorious, all-blessing and all-blest: the tide of time shall never his covenant remove; his name shall stand for ever, that name to us is Love.
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SURSUM CORDA & PROPER PREFACE
Stand
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; For thou art the fountain of light and life for all thy creation: thou hast made us in thine own image, and dost raise us to new life in Jesus Christ our Saviour. 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 Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabaoth. Pleni sunt cĂŚli et terra Gloria tua. Hosanna in excelsis. + Benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini: Hosanna in excelsis.
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of hosts, Heaven and earth are full of thy glory. Glory be to thee, O Lord most high. + Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord: Hosanna in the highest. HIGH MASS | 17
PRAYER OF CONSECRATION Celebrant
Kneel
All glory be to thee, O Lord our God, who didst make us in thine own image; and, 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. He made there a full and perfect sacrifice for the whole world; and did institute, and in his holy Gospel command us to continue, a perpetual memory of that his precious death and sacrifice, until his coming again; who, in the same night that he was betrayed, took bread; and, when he had given thanks to thee, he broke 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 this, all of you; 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.” + Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, we thy people do celebrate and make, with these thy holy gifts which we now offer unto thee, the memorial thy Son hath commanded us to make; having in remembrance his blessed passion and precious death, his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension; and looking for his coming again with power and great glory.
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Celebrant
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And we most humbly beseech thee, O merciful Father, to hear us, and, with thy Word and Holy Spirit, to bless and sanctify these gifts of bread and wine, that they may be unto us the body and blood of thy dearly-beloved Son Jesus Christ. We praise thee, we bless thee, we thank thee and we pray to thee, Lord our God. And we earnestly desire thy fatherly goodness to accept this our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving, whereby we offer and present unto thee, O Lord, ourselves, our souls and bodies. Grant, we beseech thee, that all who partake of this holy communion may worthily receive the most precious body and blood of thy Son Jesus Christ, and be filled with thy grace + and heavenly benediction; and also that we and all thy whole Church may be made one body with him, that he may dwell in us, and we in him; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord; By whom, and with whom, and in whom, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honour and glory be unto thee, O Father Almighty, world without end. Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Kneel
BREAKING OF THE BREAD
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AGNUS DEI Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: miserere nobis. Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: miserere nobis Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: dona nobis pacem.
Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world : have mercy upon us. Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: have mercy upon us. Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: grant us thy peace. Setting: Missa ‘O westron wynde’ — Healey Willan
INVITATION TO COMMUNION Celebrant All
+Behold the Lamb of God, behold him that taketh away the sins of the world. O Lord I am not worthy that thou shouldst come under my roof, but speak the word only and my soul shall be healed.
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.
MOTET These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever He goeth. These were redeemed from among men, being the first-fruits unto God and to the Lamb. And in their mouth was found no guile, for they are without fault before the throne of God. These are they which follow the Lamb — John Goss
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HYMN
Sit or kneel 627 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) — The voice of God Goes Out The voice of God goes out to all the world, and glory speaks across the universe. The great King’s herald cries from star to star: with power, with justice, Christ will walk his way. The Lord has said: “Receive my messenger, my promise to the world, my pledge made flesh, a lamp to every nation, light from Light”: with power, with justice, Christ will walk his way. The broken reed he will not trample down, nor set his heel upon the dying flame. He binds the wounds, and health is in his hand: with power, with justice, Christ will walk his way. Anointed with the Spirit and with power, he comes to crown with comfort all the weak, to show the face of justice to the poor: with power, with justice, Christ will walk his way. His touch will bless the eyes that darkness held; the lame shall run, the halting tongue shall sing, and prisoners laugh in light and liberty: with power, with justice, Christ will walk his way.
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Concluding Rite PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Celebrant All
Stand
The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit. Let us pray.
Celebrant
All
God of glory, thou dost nourish us with bread from heaven. Fill us with thy Holy Spirit, that through us thy light may shine in all the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
BLESSING Celebrant
All
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 Ghost, be amongst you and remain with you always. Amen. Notices and announcements may be given.
DISMISSAL
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Be Seated
ANGELUS
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HYMN 564 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) — Lead Us, Heavenly Father, Lead Us Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us o’er the world’s tempestuous sea; guard us, guide us, keep us, feed us, for we have no help but thee; yet possessing every blessing if our God our Father be. Saviour, breathe forgiveness o’er us; all our weakness thou dost know; thou didst tread this earth before us, thou didst feel its keenest woe; lone and dreary, faint and weary, through the desert thou didst go. Spirit of our God, descending, fill our hearts with heavenly joy, love with every passion blending, pleasure that can never cloy; thus provided, pardoned, guided, nothing can our peace destroy.
POSTLUDE Fantasia in G minor (BWV 542) — J. S. Bach During the postlude you are encouraged to remain quietly in the nave, or to move to the Rectory 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. 24 | HIGH MASS
The flowers on the High Altar are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Carl James Carlson from Betty and family,
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Please take this booklet away with you to aid in your own reflection, prayers, and for your information.
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The Thurible RECTOR’S NOTES On Wed, Jan. 11, the Coming Home Society and Urban Native Youth Association hosted a community feast. More than twelve St. James’ parishioners and many others, including staff and youth, enjoyed a meal of traditional food – salmon & wild rice with local vegetables as well as bannock pudding for dessert. The feast was held to celebrate and give thanks for the Wisdom of Elders program. From youth in the program, we heard about its beneficial impact. The word “blessing” was heard reciprocally – staff member to youth, as well as youth to staff member. For many participants, this was their first opportunity to learn the language and wisdom of Aboriginal People, to participate in and learn the rituals, spiritual practices and traditional skills of their heritage. A highlight was canoeing in summer and, during the winter while canoes sleep, youth enjoyed carving their own paddles. Activities also included medicine walks, making salve, drums, medicine bags – all of which involved time with an elder, learning new skills while discovering the values and creeds of the culture for which they had no previous opportunities to learn from their own upbringing.
Doing things, acquiring traditional skills and language are all part of every person’s identity. Being a person is about the interior life. Being is knowing where you come from – your ancestors and their geographical places. It was very impressive to hear the youth and staff members introduce themselves and the location of their ancestors in the language of their people. They demonstrated powerfully the beauty of human language. Many nations were represented: Musqueam, Coast Salish, Gitxan, Anishinabe, Metis, Russian, Scottish, Maltese, Cree. To be grounded with our ancestors and place is to understand who we are.
Many of us occupy a place of privilege in society, and to our detriment, we take these matters for granted. We need again and again to remember where we came from – our families, our communities, our Creator. These young people with roots amongst the Aboriginal People, eager to learn about their culture, invite us to look freshly at our values, our people, to whom and where we belong. Their gratitude and inclusiveness promises to make all reconciliation efforts rich for all.
Inform. Inspire. Invite.
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Today at St. James’
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Commemoration Daily Lectionary
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TODAY AT ST. JAMES’ THE SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY MORNING PRAYER 8:00 am in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel LOW MASS 8:30 am in the Lady Chapel COFFEE HOUR After Low Mass in the Rectory HIGH MASS 10:30 am in the Church COFFEE HOUR After High Mass in the Rectory
OUR PARISH COFFEE HOUR Coffee Hour after High Mass has moved from the Blessed Sacrament Chapel to the Rectory.
ANNUAL REPORTS DUE JANUARY 22 A reminder that there is one week left before the deadline for submission of the Annual Reports! We have received very few so far, so please make an effort to get yours in this week! Thank you, Linda & Deanna PARISH EMAIL We apologise that the Office and Fr. Kevin’s email was out of action between Dec. 30 and Jan 4. Normal service has now resumed, although Fr. Kevin will be out of email contact until Jan. 23. INDUCTION Bishop Melissa Skelton will license Fr. Kevin as Rector of St. James’ at High Mass on the Feast of the Presentation, Candlemas, Thurs. Feb. 2 at 7.00 pm. Please come and join the celebration! THANK YOU To all those who donated toward the Christmas gift cards or gave tobacco to the Street Outreach Initiative for us to share with our neighbours over the holidays – THANK YOU! We are so blessed by your generosity and support and our friends on the street have been as well. Fr. Matthew RETREAT Fri. Jan. 20, 9 am – 3 pm Join the Street Outreach Initiative and City in Focus for a day-long retreat of fellowship and reflection on the role of spiritual practice in advocacy, justice, and social work facilitated by Judy Graves and Tom Cooper.
CLERGY CONTACT Both Fr. Kevin and Deacon Lucy are away on study leave. For any pastoral matters please contact the Office.
For more details and to book tickets: http:// www.cityinfocus.ca/upcoming/ (Cost is not meant to be prohibitive, register by filling in any donation amount)
DAILY MASS There will be no Mass on Tuesday Jan. 17 and Thursday Jan. 19.
PARISH COUNCIL The next meeting will be on Saturday, January 28, 10.00 am coffee for 10.15 am start. There will be a Mass before the lunch-break, and the meeting will finish by 2.00 pm. Please forward any Agenda items to the PC Secretary, Doug Ibbott, via the Parish Office.
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ECUMENICAL PRAYER SERVICE Fri. Jan. 20, 2017 at 7:30 pm St. Paul's RC Church, 381 East Cordova St. For the 500th anniversary of the beginnings of the Reformation. For more info, contact Vikki at: tepeyacvancouver@gmail.com TO THE PARISHIONERS OF ST. JAMES ANGLICAN CHURCH
KIDS’ CORNER This week in the Gospel we find out that John the Baptist testifies. To testify means to be a witness, to say you honestly saw something. John had told everyone that someone greater than himself was coming: John now realized that this “someone” is Jesus, the "Lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world "! After John had baptized Jesus, he told the people that he had seen the Holy Spirit come upon Jesus like a dove, and that this shows that Jesus is God’s Chosen One. Imagine seeing and hearing that! Pretty exciting indeed. When John told his friends, two of them decided to follow Jesus straightaway. Andrew, one of these two, then told his brother Simon. He followed Jesus too, and they became some of Jesus’ closest friends.
On behalf of our staff, Board of Directors, and all the youth served by Urban Native Youth Association, I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations to UNYA. Your gifts of food, supplies, gift cards, and money helped us put together over 100 food hampers which were delivered this week to youth participants in our programs . The support we receive from you and other community partners is invaluable. We strongly believe that by supporting our youth today, we are strengthening our whole community, and building our future together and we thank you for joining us in this. We hope that you will stay in touch with UNYA, and we encourage you to visit our websites at www.unya.bc.ca and www.nativeyouthcentre.ca for regular updates and announcements. Urban Native Youth Association
“WISDOM OF ELDERS’’ PROGRAM CELEBRATION THANK YOU Heart-felt thanks to all who braved the cold and joined us on Wednesday night to celebrate the successful first year of the “Wisdom of Elders” program. Youth spoke very movingly about how having Elders in their lives is giving them pride in themselves and their culture that they didn’t have before. Two of the Elders shared their teachings with us, and everyone shared a delicious meal together. Your showing up, and your ongoing donations to the Coming Home Society to continue the life-changing work of the “Wisdom of Elders” program, are very real ways to engage in the work of Reconciliation. You are building relationships, and you are part of the entire ’village’ that it takes to raise First Nations youth with a sense of belonging and hope for the future. Thank you all! Linda Adams, President PARISHIONER PARKING RENEWAL FOR 2017 If you wish to renew or obtain parking, please see Art Cuthbertson or the Church Office. If you know your fob number, please note it with your payment of $125. THE THURIBLE | 29 21
RECONCILIATION FEAST 2017 As part of the ongoing mandate to forge a new relationship between the Church and Aboriginal Peoples, in mid-2017 St. James’ Church will hold a Reconciliation Feast, to honour survivors of the Indian Residential Schools. In the spirit of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action, this will be one step in seeking to live out a new and mutual relationship together. Survivors and parishioners both will be invited to sit at the table together. Two themes will be explored: First and primarily, we will honour the strength, resilience, courage, and dignity of Residential School survivors. Secondly, we will celebrate the upcoming generation of aboriginal leaders who have received their cultural heritage from generations of survivors, and whose own lives now embody and carry these traditions forward. As far as we know, the event will be the first of its kind in Canada. Our hope is that it will provide one example of what reconciliation can actually look like, for other parishes also seeking to take practical steps forward. And to that end it will be documented by video. We have applied for funding to a number of sources. The national Church’s Anglican Healing Fund has endorsed the project with a grant towards our costs. Parish members interested in volunteering for this work should contact Pat McSherry or Fr. Matthew for more information. Your financial contribution is also welcome. Cheques may be made out to “St James Church” with the words “Reconciliation Feast” on the memo line. This project is made possible through the joint efforts of St. James’ Church and the Street Outreach Initiative. Fr. Matthew
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MENTAL HEALTH & EVERY DAY LIFE WORKSHOP Sat. Jan. 21, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm The Mental Health Ministry of Christ Church Cathedral is sponsoring a workshop on various aspects of mental health. The morning will be divided into three learning sessions. a) What is Mental Health b) The Recovery Journey c) Managing Me, Loving You There will be opportunities for sharing in small groups. The workshop will be presented by Sanctuary Ministries, a small, faith-based Christian organization that supports churches in their discernment/learning process in the area of mental health. There is no fee for this morning, but participants must register, as space is limited. Register at: mentalhealth@thecathedral.ca or office@thecathedral.ca; or (604) 682-3848. CHINESE NEW YEAR PARADE Sun. Jan. 29 at 11 am Note that there will be road closures on West Pender Street from Cambie Street to Gore Avenue, Gore Avenue from Hastings Street to Georgia Street, Keefer Street from Gore Avenue to Abbott Street. The City of Vancouver crews will start blocking off the roadways from 10:30 am to at least 3:00 pm.
COMMEMORATION
The Confession of Saint Peter the Apostle January 18 Today we commemorate the confession of Simon Peter as told in the Gospel according to Matthew. When Jesus asked, “Who do you say that I am?” Simon spoke up and said, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God!” Jesus then responded: “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! It was not flesh and blood that revealed this to you, but my Father in heaven. And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church.” In telling this story, the evangelist showed that every confession of Jesus as “the Christ, the Son of the living God,” is always a gift from God. It is not something that human beings can discover by their own powers, nor is it a truth obvious to anyone who looks at the historical Jesus without the help of the Holy Spirit. The natural power of sight needs to be fulfilled by God’s merciful gift of insight. Today’s feast was instituted by the Episcopal Church of the United States to complement the feast of the Conversion of Saint Paul on January twenty-fifth. Together these two feasts provide a suitable beginning and end for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, which all Churches now observe at this time of year. As Paul’s conversion reminds Christians that they are united in a call to proclaim Jesus among the nations, so Peter’s confession reminds Christians that they are united in the basis of this mission, which is the inspired knowledge of Jesus Christ, “the Son of the living God.” For All the Saints: Prayers & Readings for Saints Days: ABC, 2010
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DAILY LECTIONARY DATE
DAILY MASS
MORNING PRAYER 9:00 AM
EVENING PRAYER 5:00 PM
MON. JANUARY 16 Feria
Heb 5:1-10 Ps 110 Mk 2:18-22
Ps 25 Is 44:6-8, 21-23 Eph 4:1-16
Ps 9, 15 Gen 8:6-22 Mk 3:7-19a
TUES. JANUARY 17 St. Antony, Abbot in Egypt, 356
Song of Sol 8:6-7 Ps 91:9-16 Mk 10:17-21
Ps 26, 28 Is 44:9-20 Eph 4:17-32
Ps 36, 39 Gen 9:1-17 Mk 3:19b-35
WED. JANUARY 18 The Confession of St. Peter
Acts 4:8-13 Ps 23 Mt 16:13-19
Ps 66, 67 Ezek 3:4-11 Acts 10:34-44
Ps 118 Ezek 34:11-16 Jn 21:15-22
THU. JANUARY 19 St. Wulfstan, Bishop of Worcester, 1095
Heb 7:23 – 8:7 Ps 40:8-12, 17-19 Mk 3:7-12
Ps 37:1-18 Is 45:5-17 Eph 5:15-33
Ps 37:19-42 Gen 11:1-9 Mk 4:21-34
FRI. JANUARY 20 St. Fabian, Bishop and Martyr of Rome, 250
Heb 8:6-13 Ps 85:7-13 Mk 3:13-19
Ps 31 Is 45:18-25 Eph 6:1-9
Ps 35 Gen 11:27 – 12:8 Mk 4:35-41
SAT. JANUARY 21 St. Agnes, Child Martyr at Rome, 304
Est 13:8-14, 17 Ps 116:1-8 Mt 10:17-22
Ps 30, 32 Is 46:1-13 Eph 6:10-24
Ps 42, 43 Gen 12:9 – 13:1 Mk 5:1-20
SUN. JANUARY 22 Epiphany 3
Is 9:1-4 Ps 27:1, 5-13 1 Cor 1:10-18 Mt 4:12-23
Ps 63:1-8, 98 Is 47:1-15 Heb 10:19-31
Ps 103 Gen 13:2-18 Jn 5:2-18
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OFFICE & MASS TIMES 2016
MASS TIMES
MON. JANUARY 16 Feria
12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
TUES. JANUARY 17 St. Antony, Abbot in Egypt, 356
NO MASS TODAY
WED. JANUARY 18 The Confession of St. Peter
12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
THU. JANUARY 19 St. Wulfstan, Bishop of Worcester, 1095
NO MASS TODAY
FRI. JANUARY 20 St. Fabian, Bishop and Martyr of Rome, 250
12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
SAT. JANUARY 21 St. Agnes, Child Martyr at Rome, 304 SUN. JANUARY 22 Epiphany 3
8:00 am 8:30 am 10:30 am 5:00 pm
Morning Prayer Low Mass High Mass Evening Prayer
Public prayer is offered Monday - Saturday in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel 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. On Sundays: Morning Prayer 8.00 am. in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Evening Prayer: 5.00 pm. in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, please check the weekly bulletin for exceptions.
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CLERGY
PARISH STAFF
Interim Priest-in-Charge: Father Kevin Hunt fr.kevin@stjames.bc.ca Days off: Friday & Saturday
Office Managers: Linda Adams: Mon – Wed, 9:00 am-4:00 pm Deanna Ferguson: Thu – Sat, 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Street Outreach: Father Matthew Johnson streetoutreachinitiative@gmail.com 604-685-7522 (non-emergency #) Days off: Monday & Saturday
Children & Families Coordinator: Louisa Farrell louisafarrell237@gmail.com
Deacon: The Revd Joyce Locht joyce.locht@gmail.com 604-614-9915
Custodial Staff: Building Manager, Art Cuthbertson: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-2:00 pm 604-329-7567 Darren Campbell: Sat, 7:00 am-1:00 pm, Sun, 7-10 am
Deacon: The Revd Lucy Price lucy@stjames.bc.ca Days off: Friday & Saturday
Organist & Choirmaster: Gerald Harder Assistant Organist: PJ Janson
PARISH COUNCIL Honorary Assistant: Sister Mary Christian Cross, Deacon
Chair: Annie Grant Secretary: Doug Ibbott
CLERGY AVAILABILITY
PARISH OFFICERS
Clergy may be contacted through the Office: 604-685-2532. Parish Office hours are: Mon. to Sat. 9 am to 4 pm.
Bishop’s Warden: Brian Rocksborough-Smith 604-291-9852 wardens@stjames.bc.ca Warden: Rhodri Windsor-Liscombe 604-222-3053 wardens@stjames.bc.ca Warden: Pat McSherry 604-687-6844 wardens@stjames.bc.ca
Fr. Kevin will be away on study leave Jan. 5 - 22, and Deacon Lucy will be away on study leave Jan. 6 - 29. 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
Trustee: Leslie Arnovick Trustee: Jerry Adams Trustee: PJ Janson Treasurer: Christopher Orr Envelope Secretary: Philip Green Parish Privacy Officer & Vestry Clerk: Linda Adams Archivist: Paul Stanwood St. James’ Anglican Church 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