The First Sunday in Lent February 18, 2018

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1 The First Sunday in Lent February 18, 2018 We shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. Matthew 4.4 Collect Almighty God, whose Son fasted forty days in the wilderness and was tempted as we are but did not sin, give us grace to discipline ourselves in submission to your Spirit, that as you know our weakness, so we may know your power to save; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen

2 The First Sunday in Lent February 18, 2018 THE HOLY EUCHARIST Gathering of the Community The Service is found in the green Book of Alternative Services Processional Hymn: Enter in Silence Service Begins A Penitential Order page 216 Collect of the Day (printed) The Proclamation of the Word First Reading: Genesis 9:8-17 Charlotte Leitch (printed) Psalm 25:1-9 page 733 Second Reading: 1 Peter 3:18-22 Liz Barnes (printed) Gradual Hymn: 177 A Spendthrift Lover Is the Lord The Holy Gospel: Mark 1:9-15 (printed) Address Prayers of the People Charlotte Leitch The Peace The Celebration of the Eucharist Offertory Hymn 176 By the Holy Spirit Sent Prayer over the Gifts Page 287 Eucharistic Prayer 3 Page 198 The Lord s Prayer Page 211 The Breaking of the Bread # 7 Page 213 Administration of Holy Communion During Communion Please Join In Singing Hymn: 71 (Old Favourites) Let us Break Bread Together Hymn: 15 (Old Favourites) Be Still For the Presence of the Lord The Church Goes Into the World Prayer after Communion Page 287 & 214 Announcements and Dismissal Page 215 Closing Hymn: 628 O Love, How Deep, How Broad, How High Everyone is welcome to receive Holy Communion

3 Background to Today s Readings :.( for preparation before the service or study at home) GENESIS 9:8-17. After the destructive flood, the symbol of God s judgment on human sin, a rainbow of promise appeared. God made a covenant with Noah that included all humanity forever. God is ever seeking to restore us to a right relationship. God s only desire for us is that true fullness of life intended in creation which human sin still frustrates. PSALM 25:1-10. In Hebrew this psalm has an artificial quality caused by beginning each verse with a different letter of the Hebrew alphabet. This acrostic form created short, easily memorized prayers anyone could use to seek divine help in times of distress. 1 PETER 3: The author of this letter drew an unusual parallel between Christian baptism and the story of Noah. Through Jesus death and resurrection a new covenant had been made, one that freed even those who died in the flood in Noah s time. Our baptism is the sign that we are part of that new covenant. We have been given a new, right relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. MARK 1:9-15. Mark s brief account of Jesus baptism and temptation was typical of his abbreviated introduction to the main story he wanted to tell the story of Jesus death and resurrection. That takes up nearly one half of the Gospel. The 40 days before Easter were originally celebrated as the final preparation of newly candidates for baptism. It tested whether or not they could live in a disciplined, Christ-like way. For us, as for Jesus during his testing in the wilderness, Lent can be a time for checking the real priorities of our lives. The above is taken from John Shearman s Lectionary WELCOME! We are glad that you have come to worship with us this morning. If you are looking for a spiritual home please fill out the blue card found in front of each pew and place on the offering plate. FIRST RESPONSE We are pleased to offer the services of First Response to assist with any emergency during our liturgies this morning. The person available today is Barb Smith. THURSDAY EUCHARIST is held Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. everyone is welcome. PLEASE JOIN US FOR COFFEE HOUR in the church hall for fellowship following the 10:00 a.m. service. You may enter the hall through the doors at the front left hand side of the church. Wheelchair accessible restrooms can be found in the foyer. LENTEN STUDY Whether we are faithful or not, many in today s society are focused on the end of the world Many think it is coming, or has arrived. Others think the end will not come. What do Christians think? This year, our Lenten study will discuss this phenomenon using texts from Revelation and other religions, and examine why so many are fascinated with it.

4 PANCAKE SUPPER once again was very successful. 82 tickets were sold at the door and 106 presold tickets were received at the door for a total of 188 people in attendance. Total tickets sold were 225. It was nice to see some small children there and they enjoyed it too! The ACW sincerely thanks you for all your support, those who donated food, everyone who helped in anyway before, during, and after the supper. Cecil Goold and his crew, and to you for making everyone feel so welcomed. Also thank you to Marion Murdoch and her sales people for the 143 advanced ticket sales. A very special thank you to Wayne Mossman for his patience, and his assistance with cooking 600 sausages. Together totals with donations of $ (Al Graham, Andre Pilon, Gladys Crego, and Barb & Lorne Still) are to date $2, Helping to keep our lovely Church open to serve the Community and the World. FOOD SALE - there are some baked beans and cupcakes for sale after the 8:00 and 10:00 am Services. Baked Beans - $3.00 & $2.00; Cupcakes - 4 for $2:00. EMMANUEL ACW invites you to an Outreach Lunch on Wednesday, February 28 at 158 Ida Street, from 12noon - 2:00pm. Everyone welcome. Admission - donations to Food Bank. ACW MEETING March 1st in the Carlton Reid Hall at 11:00am. All ladies warmly welcomed. We are invited to attend Eucharist at 10:00 am, followed by a hymn sing. Meeting at 11:00 am followed by lunch and fellowship at 12:00. Please bring a bag lunch. Our Lenten Observance Traditionally Lent (the word Lent comes from the same root as length and refers to the lengthening days of approaching spring. Lent is a time of preparation for the celebration of Christ s death and resurrection. The forty days of Lent are given to fasting, prayer and almsgiving. ( Alms refers to money). Lenten Sundays are not fast days because Sunday is always a Feast of the Resurrection. As Jesus taught, our spiritual and Lenten practices are for our inner lives and are not meant to bolster our egos or to impress others. Practical ways of keeping Lent are: Prayer: Set aside specific times of the day for prayer, reading, or quiet time. The services of Morning and Evening Prayer may be read with Bible readings from Forward Day By Day as well as the meditations. Regular worship and attending weekday services or studies are appropriate. Borrow a book from the Parish Library. Fasting: Eating simpler, smaller meals is a way to keep a physical reminder of our spiritual journey. If you give up something, it should be an item that will be genuinely missed. Refraining from rich food and eating non-meat protein (eggs, nuts, beans, cheese) or fish, especially on Fridays, is suggested. The Prayer Book and BAS refer to Fridays as days of abstinence. Almsgiving: Making an extra financial commitment to the church or a suitable charity or project is suggested. Spending less on food, restaurants, entertainment and luxuries would enable us to have money for these extra financial gifts. Please consider taking on something new or extra and engaging in some personal action for others.

5 Lent with the Liturgy During Lenten liturgy certain changes are made to reflect the aspects of preparation: - The colour purple is penitential and reminds us of the robe of mockery placed on Jesus by the soldiers. - The word Alleluia is not used until we hear it fresh and new at the Easter Vigil, since it is an Easter word (Hebrew for Praise the Lord ). - The Gloria in Excelsis is omitted and is usually replaced by a more penitential hymn or canticle, such as the Kyrie. The singing of the Gloria is a highlight of the Easter Vigil. - The Paschal Candle is removed from the church. - Flowers are not used in the church. - Baptism does not take place during Lent, since it is the Easter Sacrament. - These rules do not apply to funerals, since the funeral liturgy is an Easter liturgy. THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday Monday Family Day Wednesday 7:15 p.m. Choir Practice Thursday 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Sunday 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Readings next week: Gen 17:1-7, 15-16; Ps 22:22-30; Rom 4:13-25; Mk 8:31-38 Emmanuel Anglican Church 287 Harrington Street Arnprior, Ontario, K7S 2V2 Telephone: Web: emmanuelanglican.ca emmanuel_office@bellnet.ca FACILITIES FOR SMALL CHILDREN please feel free to go into the church hall (exit left at the front of the church) if you wish privacy. The washroom in the entrance way is equipped for baby changing.

6 Please Remember in Prayer THE CHURCH Members of Emmanuel s Prayer Group DIOCESE OF OTTAWA For the Director of Mission, The Venerable Dr. Peter John Hobbs; Resurrection Lutheran Church, Pastor Mei Sum Lai, For members of the Community Ministries Committee; For vocations to the priesthood and religious life. ANGLICAN COMMUNION PRAY for the Church of the Province of Central Africa The Most Revd. Albert Chama Archbishop of Central Africa & Bishop of Northern Zambia OUR PARISH FAMILY Wesley & Carol Hann, Helen Hayes, Bruce & Carrol Haywood LOCAL CHURCHES Glad Tidings Pentecostal THE WORLD For the peace of Jerusalem, for peace & justice in Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Syria, Egypt, Ukraine. For those suffering from deadly diseases and all medical workers. CANADA For our Queen, for Canada, our Prime Minister and Parliament; our Province, its Premier and Legislature; for our Armed Forces and their families. ARNPRIOR AND AREA For our local communities, their leaders, and councils. THOSE IN NEED The sick: Gordie, David, Heather, Rita, Jim, Glen, Mary, Bob, Betty, Cathy, Chris, Amelia, Ashley, Wendy, Lauren, Margaret, Jennifer, Lorraine, Al. If there are any names to be added to or removed from this list, please contact the Church Office or use the form provided. Note: In order to respect privacy, ensure that you have received permission from the person(s) named. THE DEPARTED That they may dwell with all the Saints in the light and peace of our Risen Lord. Rest eternal grant unto them, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon them. Please remember them in silence. If you wish to add a name for the leaflet, contact the Parish Office Minister Rev. Cathy McCaig (home phone) (cell) mccaigcathy@gmail.com Office: Tues & Thurs Paula Wheeler Office emmanuel_office@bellnet.ca Rectors Warden Geoff Barnes Peoples Warden Diane Bresson Treasurer Geoff Booth Envelope Secretary Paula Wheeler Organist Dick Hunter Property Cec Goold Anglican Church Women Doreen Hodder Emmanuel Church Men Cec Goold PWRDF Representative Debby Mossman

7 READINGS FOR THE FIRST SUNDAU IN LENT February 18, 2018 A Reading from the Book of Genesis God said to Noah and to his sons with him, As for me, I am establishing my covenant with you and your descendants after you, and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the domestic animals, and every animal of the earth with you, as many as came out of the ark. I establish my covenant with you, that never again shall all flesh be cut off by the waters of a flood, and never again shall there be a flood to destroy the earth. God said, This is the sign of the covenant that I make between me and you and every living creature that is with you, for all future generations: I have set my bow in the clouds, and it shall be a sign of the covenant between me and the earth. When I bring clouds over the earth and the bow is seen in the clouds, I will remember my covenant that is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall never again become a flood to destroy all flesh. When the bow is in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is on the earth. God said to Noah, This is the sign of the covenant that I have established between me and all flesh that is on the earth. Genesis Reader: Hear what the Spirit is saying to the Church Response: Thanks be to God A Reading from the First Letter of Peter Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, in order to bring you to God. He was put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit, in which also he went and made a proclamation to the spirits in prison, who in former times did not obey, when God waited patiently in the days of Noah, during the building of the ark, in which a few, that is, eight persons, were saved through water. And baptism, which this prefigured, now saves you not as a removal of dirt from the body, but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers made subject to him. 1 Peter Reader: Hear what the Spirit is saying to the Church Response: Thanks be to God

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