High Mass IMPORTANT BRIEFING
Saint Peter and Saint Paul | June 29, 2014 | 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 9:45 AM Rosary Prayers, Lady Chapel 10:30 AM High Mass, Church 12:00 PM Coffee Hour, Parish Hall 5:00 PM Evening Prayer, Blessed sacrament Chapel ______________________________________________________________________ This booklet is printed on recycled paper. Discarded copies will be recycled.
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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 It is remarkable that Christ, having said to Peter: “Feed My sheep,” did not say: “Feed thy sheep,” but rather to feed, good servant, the sheep of the Lord. “Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul?” (1 Cor.1:13). “Feed My sheep”. Wherefore “wolfish robbers, wolfish oppressors, deceitful teachers and mercenaries, not being concerned about the flock” (Mt.7:15; Acts 20:29; 2 Pet 2:1; John 10:12), having plundered a strange flock and making of the spoils as though it be of their own particular gain, they think that they feed their flock. Such are not good pastors, as pastors of the Lord. “The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep” (John 10:11), entrusted to Him by the chief Shepherd Himself (1 Pet 5:4). And the Apostle Peter, true to his calling, gave his soul for the very flock of Christ, having sealed his apostleship by a martyr’s death, is now glorified throughout all the world. The Apostle Paul, formerly Saul, was changed from a robbing wolf into a meek lamb. Formerly he was an enemy of the Church, then is manifest as an Apostle. Formerly he stalked it, then preached it. Having received from the high priests the authority at large to throw all Christians in chains for execution, he was already on the way, he breathed out “threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord” (Acts 9:1), he thirsted for blood, but “He that dwells in the Heavens shall laugh him to scorn” (Ps 2:4). When he, “having persecuted and vexed” in such manner “the Church of God” (1Cor.15:9; Acts 8:5), he came near Damascus, and the Lord from Heaven called to him: “Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou Me?” and I am here, and I am there, I am everywhere: here is My head; there is My body. There becomes nothing of a surprise in this; we ourselves are members of the Body of Christ. “Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou Me; it is hard for thee to kick against the goad” (Acts 9:4-5). Saul, however, “trembling and frightened”, cried out: “Who art Thou, Lord?” The Lord answered him, “I am Jesus Whom thou persecutest.” From a sermon by Saint Augustine, Bishop of Hippo http://oca.org/saints/lives/2014/06/29/101840-the-holy-glorious-and-all-praised-leaders-of-theapostles-peter
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Notes
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Entrance Rite At the entrance of the clergy and servers all stand.
Stand
INTROIT Now I know of a surety that the Lord hath sent his angel: and hath delivered me from the hand of Herod, and from all the expectation of the people of the Jews. Psalm O Lord, thou hast searched me out, and known me: thou knowest my down-sitting and mine uprising. Glory be to the Father‌ Nunc scio vere (Mode VI)
SOLEMN PROCESSION
During the solemn procession the following hymn will be sung. A station will be made during the processional; the versicle, response and prayer for this are printed below.
HYMN 485 Green Hymn Book (New English Hymnal) — Your Hand, O God, Has Guided
STATION COLLECT Celebrant All
There is one body and one Spirit. There is one hope in God's call to us.
All
Let us pray. Almighty God, thou hast built thy Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone. Join us together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may become a holy temple, acceptable unto thee; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost, one God, world without end. Amen.
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KYRIE ELEISON All sing
GLORIA IN EXCELSIS
(See overleaf)
COLLECT OF THE DAY Celebrant All
The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit.
Celebrant
Let us pray. Almighty God, thy blessed apostles Peter and Paul glorified thee in their death as in their life. Grant that thy Church, inspired by their teaching and example, and made one by thy Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, Jesus Christ our Lord; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
All
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GLORIA IN EXCELSIS
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The Liturgy of the Word THE OLD TESTAMENT READING Reader
Be seated
A reading from the Book of Ezekiel. Thus says the Lord God: I myself will search for my sheep, and will seek them out. As shepherds seek out their flocks when they are among their scattered sheep, so I will seek out my sheep. I will rescue them from all the places to which they have been scattered on a day of clouds and thick darkness. I will bring them out from the peoples and gather them from the countries, and will bring them into their own land; and I will feed them on the mountains of Israel, by the watercourses, and in all the inhabited parts of the land. I will feed them with good pasture, and the mountain heights of Israel shall be their pasture; there they shall lie down in good grazing land, and they shall feed on rich pasture on the mountains of Israel. I myself will be the shepherd of my sheep, and I will make them lie down, says the Lord God. I will seek the lost, and I will bring back the strayed, and I will bind up the injured, and I will strengthen the weak, but the fat and the strong I will destroy. I will feed them with justice. Ezekiel 34:11-16
Reader Allll
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
THE PSALM
A cantor sings the antiphon first; the people repeat it thereafter.
On the holy mountain stands the city he has founded; the Lord loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob. Of Zion it shall be said, “Everyone was born in her, and the Most High himself shall sustain her.” Antiphon The Lord will record as he enrolls the peoples, “These also were born there.” The singers and the dancers will say, “All my fresh springs are in you.” Antiphon Psalm 87:1, 4, 5-6 HIGH MASS | 9
EPISTLE READING Sub-deacon
A reading from the Second Letter of Paul to Timothy. In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I solemnly urge you: proclaim the message; be persistent whether the time is favourable or unfavourable; convince, rebuke, and encourage, with the utmost patience in teaching. For the time is coming when people will not put up with sound doctrine, but having itching ears, they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own desires, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander away to myths. As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:1-8
Sub-deacon Allll
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
ALLELUIA
A cantor begins the alleluia; all repeat it thereafter.
Stand
Alleluia. Thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church. Alleluia. And the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Alleluia. Tu es Petrus (Mode V)
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THE HOLY GOSPEL
All stand and turn to face the book of the Gospels
When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Feed my lambs." A second time he said to him, "Simon son of John, do you love me?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Tend my sheep." He said to him the third time, "Simon son of John, do you love me?" Peter felt hurt because he said to him the third time, "Do you love me?" And he said to him, "Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Feed my sheep. Very truly, I tell you, when you were younger, you used to fasten your own belt and to go wherever you wished. But when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will fasten a belt around you and take you where you do not wish to go." (He said this to indicate the kind of death by which he would glorify God.) After this he said to him, "Follow me." John 21:15-19
SERMON
Be seated Jenny Scott (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.
Leader
Let us pray.
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. HIGH MASS | 13
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 Thou shalt make them princes in all lands: they shall remember thy Name, O Lord, from one generation to another. Constitues eos principes (Mode I)
HYMN
Stand The People sing the hymn while the People’s gifts of bread, wine and money are brought forward. 388 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) — Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken
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 multitude of thy saints has compassed us about with so great a cloud of witnesses, that we, rejoicing in their fellowship, may run with patience the race that is set before us, and together with them may receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away. 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 Allll sing
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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.
Allll
Celebrant
Allll
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. HIGH MASS | 17
LORD’S PRAYER
BREAKING OF THE BREAD
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Kneel
AGNUS DEI Allll sing
ECCE, AGNUS DEI & DOMINE, NON SUM DIGNUS 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.
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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.
ANTIPHON Thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church. Tu es Petrus (Mode I)
HYMN
Sit or kneel 431 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) — Take Up Your Cross, the Saviour Said
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Concluding Rite PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Celebrant All
Celebrant
All
The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit. Let us pray. Heavenly Father, renew the life of thy Church by the power of this sacrament. May the breaking of bread and the teaching of the apostles keep us united in thy love, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. 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 Spirit, be amongst you and remain with you always. Amen. Notices and announcements may be given.
DISMISSAL
Stand
Be Seated
Stand
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ANGELUS
(see facing page)
HYMN 344 Blue Hymn Book (Common Praise) — From All That Dwell Below the Skies
POSTLUDE Festival Voluntary (Op. 87) — Flor Peeters 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. The Sacrament of Anointing is available immediately after Mass in the Lady Chapel. 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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The flowers on the High Altar are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Sanctuary Guild Members: Nell Fedden, Sadie Garrett, Barbara Gillett, Patricia Harris, Betty Hartman, and Molly Hay.
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The Thurible RECTOR’S NOTES “Petertide,” the Sunday nearest to the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, is a traditional time for the Church to ordain deacons and priests. At our Cathedral this afternoon ordinations will take place. At this time in 1999 I was made a deacon and ordained a priest in 2000. With many clergy around the world, I rejoice at this time of being called to serve through the gift of holy orders: “The Holy Scriptures and ancient Christian writers make it clear that from the apostles’ time there have been different ministries within the Church. In particular, since the time of the New Testament, three distinct orders of ordained ministers have been characteristic of Christ’s holy catholic Church. First, there is the order of bishops who carry on the apostolic work of leading, supervising, and uniting the Church. Secondly, associated with them are the presbyters, or ordained elders, in subsequent times generally known as priests. Together with the bishops, they take part in the governance of the Church, in the carrying out of its missionary and pastoral work, and in the preaching of the word of God and the administration of his holy sacraments. Thirdly, there are deacons who, in addition to assisting bishops and priests in all this work,
have a special responsibility to minister in Christ’s name to the poor, the sick, the suffering, and the helpless. The persons who are chosen and recognized by the Church as being called by God to the ordained ministry are admitted to these sacred orders by solemn prayer and the laying on of episcopal hands. It has been, and is, the intention and purpose of this Church to maintain and continue these three orders; and for this purpose these services of ordination and consecration are appointed. No persons are allowed to exercise the offices of bishop, priest, or deacon in this Church unless they are so ordained, or have already received such ordination with the laying on of hands by bishops who are themselves duly qualified to confer holy orders. It is also recognized and affirmed that the threefold ministry is not the exclusive property of this portion of Christ’s catholic Church, but is a gift from God for the nurture of his people and the proclamation of his gospel everywhere.”
Inform. Inspire. Invite.
INSIDE:
Today at St. James’
Important Briefing Office Reminders Dido’s “Did You Know?”
Our Parish Quote of this Week
Resourcing Our Faith
Opportunities to Serve
Commemorations
Daily Lectionary
Mass this Week
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TODAY AT ST. JAMES’ MORNING PRAYER 8:00 am in the Church LOW MASS WITH ANOINTING 8:30 am in the Church ROSARY PRAYERS – THE GLORIOUS MYSTERIES 9:45 in the Lady Chapel HIGH MASS WITH ANOINTING 10:30 am in the Church COFFEE HOUR 12:00 pm in the Parish Hall EVENING PRAYER 5:00 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel
IMPORTANT BRIEFING A very important informational briefing will take place after High Mass this Sunday, June 29. The briefing will be no longer than 15 minutes. We are glad that our Executive Archdeacon, Fr. Douglas Fenton, will be among us. Please make every effort to attend. We look forward to seeing you then. Fr. Mark, Reece Wrightman (People's Warden), Brian Rocksborough-Smith (Rector's Warden) and Betty Carlson (Associate Warden).
OFFICE REMINDERS OFFICE CLOSURES Please note: The Church Office will be closed on Wednesday, July 9 and on Tuesday, July 15. GET YOUR FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL & TOPIC If you are not receiving your personal copy of the Anglican Journal/Topic by mail at your home address, you may want to sign up! It’s free to members of the Anglican Church of Canada, but they do need your name and address. Please call the St. James’ church office to get your name added to the subscriber’s list. If you are new to the Parish, this would also be a good time to request a Membership Form so that we will have your contact information for other great things you may be missing!
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DIDO’S “DID YOU KNOW?” Q. Who are the ministers of the Church? A. The ministers of the Church are lay persons, bishops, priests, and deacons. Q. What is the ministry of the laity? A. The ministry of lay persons is to represent Christ and his Church; to bear witness to him wherever they may be; and, according to the gifts given them, to carry on Christ’s work of reconciliation in the world; and to take their place in the life, worship, and governance of the Church.
OUR PARISH ON LEAVE Father Mark will be on leave from June 27 until July 5. THE CONFIRMATION/RECEPTION CEREMONY We give thanks for the sacrament of Confirmation / Reception into the Anglican Communion of the following parishioners on June 22, 2014: Jason Dorey (Received), Margaret Gorrell, Jenny Scott, Yukiko Tanaka, Lendrea (Lynn) Wilson, and Emma WindsorLiscombe.
Q. What is the ministry of a bishop? A. The ministry of a bishop is to represent Christ and his Church, particularly as apostle, chief priest, and pastor of a diocese; to guard the faith, unity, and discipline of the whole Church; to proclaim the Word of God; to act in Christ’s name for the reconciliation of the world and the building up of the Church; and to ordain others to continue Christ’s ministry.
Q. What is the ministry of a priest or presbyter? A. The ministry of a priest is to represent Christ and his Church, particularly as pastor to the people; to share with the bishop in the overseeing of the Church; to proclaim the Gospel; to administer the sacraments; and to bless and declare pardon in the name of God. Q. What is the ministry of a deacon? A. The ministry of a deacon is to represent Christ and his Church, particularly as a servant of those in need; and to assist bishops and priests in the proclamation of the Gospel and the administration of the sacraments. An Outline of the Faith, Book of Common Prayer, 1979. p.855-856
A MESSAGE FROM JENNY, ST. JAMES' YOUTH WORKER Over the next few months I will be in a season of learning, as I build relationships with the youth and young adults of St. James’ and the neighbourhood, learn from other groups and individuals working with this age group, and discover what resources are out that could bless this church. In the autumn, I will then take all I have learned and the relationships I have built, and lead a new set of programs for youth and young adults (entering grade 6 through age 30). I invite all youth and young adults, along with parents and any individuals who have a passion for this age group and may want to serve in some capacity, to please get in touch with me so I can learn from you!
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Ways to contact me: email scott.jennym@gmail.com; mobile 778-322-7967 office 604-685-2532 ext. 33 or come find me at the noon mass on Wednesday and Fridays. And check out the new Facebook page: “St. James’ Anglican Church Youth and Young Adults”
QUOTE OF THIS WEEK “Do you love me?”; “Are you my friend?”. The One who scrutinizes hearts (cf. Rom 8:27), makes himself a beggar of love and questions us on the one truly essential issue, a premiss and condition for feeding his sheep, his lambs, his Church. May every ministry be based on this intimacy with the Lord; living from him is the measure of our ecclesial service which is expressed in the readiness to obey, to humble ourselves, as we heard in the Letter to the Philippians, and for the total gift of self (cf. 2:6-11). (5/23/13) Pope Francis. http://globalfellows.crs.org/resources/selected-quotes -of-pope-francis/
RESOURCING OUR FAITH SERMON NOTES: Copies of recent sermons are available on the St. James’ website and in the Narthex. SERMONS ON VIDEO Don’t forget to check out videos of our sermons online, at www.stjames.bc.ca.
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OPPORTUNITES TO SERVE TRANSPORT? Did you know that St. James' once had a bus to transport parishioners to church and on community outings? Art Cuthbertson was the driver! Times have changed . . . We now have an urgent need and opportunity to keep parishioners involved and belonging in corporate worship. Presence at liturgies makes a significant difference in the wellbeing of individuals and our parish. Please consider offering transportation on an occasional or perhaps once a month basis. There are transportation requests from Burnaby, the West End, and 1st & Main Street. Please call Mother Joyce Locht for details: 604-614-9915.
WEBSITE MAKEOVER The St. James’ website is getting a whole new look. It is currently being redesigned to be more user-friendly, more informative, and will display beautifully on full screens, tablets, and phones. Check back here in mid-July for details on the launch of the new site.
Please take this booklet away with you to aid in your own reflection, prayers, and for your information.
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COMMEMORATION Saint Thomas the Apostle July 3
The Gospel according to John records several incidents in which Thomas appears, and from them we are able to gain some impression of the sort of man he was. When Jesus insisted on going to Judea, to visit his friends at Bethany, Thomas boldly declared, “Let us also go, that we may die with him.” At the Last Supper, he interrupted our Lord’s discourse with the question, “Lord, we do not know where you are going; how can we know the way?” And after Christ’s resurrection, Thomas would not accept the account of the other apostles and the women, until Jesus appeared before him, showing him his wounds. This drew from him the first explicit acknowledgment of Christ’s Godhead, “My Lord and my God!” Thomas appears to have been a thoughtful if rather literal-minded man, inclined to scepticism; but he was a staunch friend when his loyalty was once given. The expression “Doubting Thomas,” which has become established in English usage, is not entirely fair to Thomas. He did not refuse belief: he wanted to believe, but did not dare, without further evidence. Because of his goodwill, Jesus gave him a sign, though Jesus had refused a sign to the Pharisees. His Lord’s rebuke was well deserved: “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.” The sign did not create faith; it merely released the faith which was in Thomas already. According to an early tradition mentioned by Eusebius and others, Thomas evangelized the Parthians. Syrian Christians of Malabar, India, who call themselves the Mar Thoma Church, cherish a tradition that Thomas brought the Gospel to India. Several apocryphal writings have been attributed to him, the most prominent and interesting being the “Gospel of Thomas.”
Thomas’ honest questioning and doubt, and Jesus’ assuring response to him, have given many modern Christians courage to persist in faith, even when they are still doubting and questioning. Holy Women, Holy Men: Celebrating the Saints, Church Publishing, 2010
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COMMEMORATION St. Thomas More Scholar and Martyr, 1535 July 5
Thomas More was an English lawyer and statesman who was beheaded in 1535 because he chose loyalty to the Pope over submission to his King. As he said to his daughter when she visited him in prison: “God’s grace hath strengthened me hitherto and made me content in my heart to lose goods, land, and life too, rather than to swear against my conscience.” For almost twenty years More had enjoyed brilliant success in law and politics. He entered the House of Commons and made a name for himself as a critic of royal policies. Nevertheless he became Speaker of the House and even gained the warm respect of King Henry VIII. At the same time, More gained international fame as a model of the true Renaissance Catholic. He was hailed for the learning and wit he displayed in his writing and conversation; and it was well known that he observed a constant round of intense prayer and strict fasting in his private life. His reputation for political integrity and devout wisdom was rewarded in 1529, when the King appointed him Lord Chancellor of England. Soon afterwards Henry VIII began to insist on the independence of the Church of England. More sided with those who defended the claims of the Pope and resigned as Lord Chancellor. He retired into private life, but his international fame was so great that the King demanded his public support. When More refused to swear an oath which violated his convictions, the King had him tried on a charge of high treason and sentenced to death. As he stood on the scaffold, More said: “I die the King’s good servant, but God’s first.” For All the Saints, Prayers and Readings for Saint’s Day, ABC, 1994
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DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY MASS
MORNING PRAYER 9:00 AM
EVENING PRAYER 5:00 PM
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Am 2:6-10, 13-16 Ps 50:14-24 Mt 8:18-22
Ps 106:1-18 Num 22:1-21 Rom 6:12-23
Ps 106:19-48 1 Sam 10:17-27 Mt 21:12-22
TUES. JULY 1
Is 32:1-5, 16-18 Ps 85:7-13 Col 3:12-17 Jn 15:12-17
Ps 121, 122, 123 Num 22:21-38 Rom 7:1-12
Ps 124, 125, 126 1 Sam 11:1-15 Mt 21:23-32
WED. JULY 2
Am 5:14-15, 21-24 Ps 50:7-15 Mt 8:28-34
Ps 119:145-176 Num 22:41 – 23:12 Rom 7:13-25
Ps 128, 129, 130 1 Sam 12:1-6, 16-25 Mt 21:33-46
THU. JULY 3
Hab 2:1-4 Ps 126 Jn 20:24-29
Ps 23, 121 Job 42:1-6 1 Peter 1:3-9
Ps 27 Is 43:8-13 Jn 14:1-7
FRI. JULY 4
Am 8:4-6, 9-12 Ps 119:1-8 Mt 9:9-13
Ps 140, 142 Num 24:1-13 Rom 8:12-17
Ps 141, 143:1-11 1 Sam 13:19 – 14:15 Mt 22:15-22
SAT. JULY 5
Am 9:11-15 Ps 85:7-13 Mt 9:14-17
Ps 137:1-6, 144 Num 24:12-25 Rom 8:18-25
Ps 104 1 Sam 14:16-30 Mt 22:23-40
SUN. JULY 6
Gen 24:34-38, 42-49, 5867 Ps 45:11-18 Rom 7:15-25a
Ps 146, 147 Num 27:12-23 Acts 19:11-20
Ps 111, 112, 113 1 Sam 14:36-45 Mk 1:14-20
DATE
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MASS THIS WEEK 2014
MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS
MON. JUNE 30
12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
Feria
For Jenny as she works to institute youth ministry at St. James’ 9:30 am in the Lady Chapel
TUES. JULY 1 Canada Day
For all Christians in Canada to dedicate ourselves to the mission of bringing all our country’s resources – natural and human – within the circle of God’s redemptive love in Jesus Christ
WED. JULY 2
12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
Feria
For sustained healing and strengthening of First Nations peoples
THU. JULY 3
9:30 am in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel
St. Thomas the Apostle
For the healing of our own desires and that God might strengthen our faith with the vision of Christ in glory
Fri. JULY 4
12:10 pm in the Lady Chapel
Feria
For peace in Iraq and for the safety and needs of its citizens
SAT. JULY 5
For the will to live our daily lives as servants of Christ
St. Thomas More, Scholar & Martyr, 1535 SUN. JULY 6 Pentecost 4
8:00 am 8:30 am 10:30 am 5:00 pm
Morning Prayer Low Mass High Mass Evening Prayer
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CLERGY
PARISH STAFF
Rector: Father Mark Greenaway-Robbins rector@stjames.bc.ca | 778-316-7941 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
Deacon: Mother Joyce Locht 604-614-9915 | joyce.locht@gmail.com
Youth Worker: Jenny Scott 778-322-7967 | youthworker@stjames.bc.ca
Street Outreach: Father Matthew Johnson streetoutreachinitiative@gmail.com
Custodial Staff: Art Cuthbertson: Mon-Thu, 9:00 am-2:00 pm 604-329-7567 Darren Campbell: Sat, 7:00 am-1:00 pm, Sun, 7-10 am
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: Pat McSherry Treasurer: Rhodri Windsor-Liscombe Envelope Secretary: Philip Green Parish Privacy Officer & Vestry Clerk: Linda Adams Archivist: Paul Stanwood
PARISH COUNCIL Chair: Jenny Scott Secretary: Tracy Russell 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