St Paul s Anglican Church

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1 St Paul s Anglican Church A caring community of Christ worshipping God, engaging the community and building connections between people of all ages and cultures. 2 Margaret Street, P.O. Box 352, Canterbury Vic 3126 Tel: Website: Church Office: office@stpaulscanterbury.org.au 15th February 2015 Last Sunday of Epiphany Transfiguration Prayer of the Day from Unfolding the Living Word Living Presence of dazzling darkness, of sight beyond our own sight, whose light in the face of Jesus struck his followers with awe, so that they did not know what they were saying, reassure us in the midst of our fears that we too are your daughters and your sons in whom you take great delight. We pray this in the Spirit of the One who is the Light of the world. Amen Hymns: 153, Be still for the presence of the Lord (refer inside) Setting: Church Christ Mass TIS 757 Matthias Psalm 50: responsorial setting Anthems: O nata lux Tallis

2 Notices of the Day Welcome to worship and to our St. Paul s faith community. If you are new, we hope you enjoy being a part of this community of faith in worship. Please join us for a cuppa in the Parish Centre after the service. Prayer Corner Great Spirit, we remember the land and its first people with respect and dignity. May we live in harmony with all those who share this sacred earth and be thankful. Amen. We pray for the World: Pray for peace and understanding Please pray for peace and understanding in our world. Please pray for God s wisdom to guide the leaders of the nations We pray for the worldwide Church: Diocese of Mandalay Diocese of Bendigo Archdeaconry of Geelong St Georges the Martyr Queenscliff Balwyn Road Uniting Diocese of Melbourne A Parish Prayer for our discernment of our vision and mission here at St Paul s: Renew in us, O God, the zeal of your love. Let our parish come alive with the power of your Spirit. Where we have failed, forgive us. Where we have persevered, encourage us; When we are in doubt, direct usl Help us to see new opportunities for witness and service. Tor the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. We pray for those in need: David Chambers Joan Harrington-Johnson Hayley Dickson Helen s family - Anne and Iens Shaw Maggie Bob Thompson Helen John Brace (Anne Harding s Dad) Helga Bill Chalmers (Gillian s father) Bishop Barbara Darling Val Sayers Heather Rundle Margaret Clausen 2 We pray for the upcoming marriage of: 21st February - Emily Cuningham & Robert Pollock, (service here at St Paul s) We give thanks for the life of: Kath Chalmers 7 February 2014 Dorothy Enid Solomon 17 February 2011 John Alec Wishart 19 February 1977 Vic Pomeroy 19 February 1967 Irene Minnie Elizabeth Stone 21 February 1977 Notice Gluten free wafers are available upon request.

3 Parish Events for the Week THIS SUNDAY 8.00am 10.00am 15TH FEBRUARY: LAST SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY TRANSFIGURATION Eucharist Sung Eucharist, followed by Parish time of listening for Seeds of Hope at Ros White s (refer notice) Monday 16th Susanne s Sabbath; 3:30 pm Ceberano martial arts in the hall Tuesday 17th 12:30pm Deanery lunch at St Thomas Burwood 4:00 pm Ballet in the hall 7:30pm MSG in the Parish Centre (upper room) 7:30pm Caritas in the Parish Centre 7:30pm Kindergarten Committee in the Vicarage Wednesday 18th 10.00am Eucharist followed by morning tea, Parish Centre 4:30pm Ballet in the Hall 5:00 pm Meditation 7:00 pm taekwondo in the hall 7:30pm Ash Wednesday service Thursday 19th 3:30 PM Ceberano martial arts in the hall 3:30 pm Farewell to Susie Rosback 6:00pm Wedding Rehearsal (Church) 7:30 PM CHOIR PRACTICE 8:00pm Induction of Rev d Jeremy Morgan to St Philip s Mount Waverley Friday 20th 5:00PM Saturday 21st 9:00am 11:00am 3:30pm NATIONAL YOUTH CHOIR Karate in the hall Ballet in the hall Wedding of Emily Cuningham & Robert Pollock NEXT SUNDAY 22ND FEBRUARY: FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT 8.00am Eucharist 10.00am Sung Eucharist, followed by morning tea in the Parish Centre UPCOMING EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY: 22nd 24th Lent One Archives Group 7pm Induction at St Oswald s Glen Iris 3

4 Hymn: Be Still for the Presence of the Lord Be still, For the presence of the Lord, the Holy One, is here; come bow before Him now with reverence and fear; in Him no sin is foundwe stand on holy ground. Be still for the presence of the Lord The Holy One, is here. Be still, for the glory of the Lord is shining all around; He burns with holy fire, with splendour He is crowned; how awesome is the sightour radiant King of light! Be still, for the glory of the Lord is shining all around. Be still, for the power of the Lord is moving in this place; He comes to cleanse and heal, to minister His graceno work too hard for Him. In faith receive from Him. Be still, for the power of the Lord is moving in this place. Words and music 1986 Kingsway s Thankyou Music,PO Box 75, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN 23 6NW 4

5 TODAY TIME OF LISTENING FOR SEEDS OF HOPE: You are invited to a relaxed garden luncheon at 73 Broadway Camberwell Melway 46 A 11 followed by led discussions in small groups. TODAY straight after 10am CHURCH We invite you to participate in discussions around the future of St Paul's in the light of our significant budget shortfall. Please sign up and indicate which of a sweet or salad you would like to bring to share. These may be stored in the refrigerator in the choir vestry during church 5

6 . 2 Corinthians Therefore, since it is by God s mercy that we are engaged in this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 We have renounced the shameful things that one hides; we refuse to practise cunning or to falsify God s word; but by the open statement of the truth we commend ourselves to the conscience of everyone in the sight of God. 3 And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. 4 In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 5 For we do not proclaim ourselves; we proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as your slaves for Jesus sake. 6 For it is the God who said, Let light shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 7 But we have this treasure in clay jars, so that it may be made clear that this extraordinary power belongs to God and does not come from us. 8 We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; 9 persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; 10 always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be made visible in our bodies. 11 For while we live, we are always being given up to death for Jesus sake, so that the life of Jesus may be made visible in our mortal flesh. 12 So death is at work in us, but life in you. 6

7 Mark Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, 3 and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one * on earth could bleach them. 4 And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. 5 Then Peter said to Jesus, Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, * one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah. 6 He did not know what to say, for they were terrified. 7 Then a cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud there came a voice, This is my Son, the Beloved; * listen to him! 8 Suddenly when they looked around, they saw no one with them any more, but only Jesus. 9 As they were coming down the mountain, he ordered them to tell no one about what they had seen, until after the Son of Man had risen from the dead. Next week s readings for First Sunday in Lent Genesis Ps Peter Mark

8 NOTICES PLEASE CHECK THE NOTICE BOARD FOR A FULL SET OF NOTICES AND FURTHER PANCAKES INFORMATION ABOUT ITEMS OF INTEREST Please note, we have reluctantly cancelled the usual Pancake Tuesday event. SUNDAY SCHOOL Are you called to teach Sunday School? Please register your interest. Please contact Anne Harding CONGRATULATIONS Kesta Fleming Congratulations to Laura Dean and Andrew Kaspen who have just become engaged! Such great news and we wish you every blessing. Congratulations to Trish Cain who was awarded Volunteer of the Year on Australia Day at a special Boroondara Council ceremony, Well done Trish. Well deserved. CAR BOOT SPOTS FOR ST PAUL S MARKET AND GARDEN FAIR: Don t miss your chance to claim a spot in this key Parish event! Spaces will first be offered to Parish families and friends. Cost $35 per space Please book with June McKay before end February PEW SHEET DEADLINE: Please ensure your notices for the pew sheet are received in the office by 5pm on Wednesday. Thank you! 5 Please join us for half an hour of Meditation in the church each Wednesday. 8

9 Next Lay Participation Roster Period The next roster period commences on Sunday March 1 and concludes on April 26. It includes the Easter Services of Maundy Thursday evening (time TBA) on April 2, Good Friday 10.00am service on April 3, and services at both 6.30am and am on Easter Day, April 5 th. As usual Ruth Hudnott needs to know if you are not available for normal service times. For the Easter Services listed above please indicate if you are available. Ruth needs this information by THIS Sunday evening February 15 th. She can be contacted on , or ed (details in Contact). If you are not currently involved in any roster do consider getting involved this year. It can be a way to get to know other parishioners. For any queries ring Ruth on the number above and leave a message or speak to her after church. Caritas Corner Tuesday 17th Feb:. Getting to know you: we invite you to bring along a photo, or a book or maybe some item that means something special to you. NEW DATE: Tuesday 3rd March: The Committee of Caritas has organised a Caritas Fund Raiser Film Lunch for Tuesday the 3rdof March at 12noon at the Balwyn Theatre. $ The Film is "The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel". As this film is going to be so popular( if you remember the first Exotic Marigold Hotel )we can only get 30 Tickets so you will need to book your place soon. Priority will be given to Caritas Members. Bookings close 24 February. Please see Loraine Permezel ( ) or Sue Taylor ( ) for bookings. For future events and more information, please consult the Caritas Noticeboard located in the Parish Centre Walk the Pilgrim Way You are invited to Walk the Pilgrim Way, a reflective exhibition of Camino photography, by Earl Carter, 08 March to 28 March at St Paul s Cathedral. The exhibition, by acclaimed Australian photographer Earl Carter, is a reflective look at the sacred Camino pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. A special preview will be held on Sunday 8 March at the Cathedral, at 4:30pm, leading into Evensong at 6pm. (This is a free event, but sale proceeds support the work of the Brotherhood of St Laurence). Pick up a flyer in the Narthex for more information. 9

10 ST PAUL S FAIR - 9 MAY 2015 The planning team is on the job and the Fair is taking shape! Main Attractions: Animal Farm Commercial Stalls (e.g. jewellery, fresh flowers, handmade soap, children s clothing, Twisty Taters, cards, knitted scarves.) Open Garden ( Cnr Highfield Rd and Church Street Quilting & Embroidery Display (items from St Paul s parishioners) Car Boot St Paul s Stalls/Activities: Bio-dynamic Fruit Books Cakes & Preserves Children s activities Devonshire Tea Plants Recycled Clothing Sausage Sizzle Silent Auction Fast Food & Drink from Hall Kitchen How can you help? Plan to provide stock for stalls. ie books, quality bric-a-brac and clothing, cakes & preserves, potted plants, donations for raffles and silent auction Help organise attractions Join rosters to man stalls on the day Invite your friends & family Please contact Organisers with your offer of goods and/or assistance: Organiser Jill Bales Bert Lillywhite with Val Sayers Bert & Susan Rosemary O Shea June McKay Margaret Irvine Gail White Stall/Activity Books Silent Auction & Raffles Plants Bric-a-Brac Car Boot & Commercial Stalls Cakes & Preserves Recycle Clothing The Planning Team - Jill Bales, Margaret Irvine, Bert Lillywhite, Margaret Capper, Laura Dean, Kaye Rands and June McKay ( Chair) 10

11 Lent and Holy Week with Thomas Merton *Book now available: See Susanne* Lent and Holy Week opens the writings of Thomas Merton in easily digestible pieces and eloquently pairs them with the words of other great spiritual thinkers. This booklet offers readers an accessible introduction to contemplative dialogue and is built around eight compelling Lenten themes: Week of Ash Wednesday: Where Do We Turn for Forgiveness? First Week of Lent: Living More Deeply in Christ Second Week of Lent: A Season for Compunction and Tears Third Week of Lent: In All Things, Always Seeking God Fourth Week of Lent: Choosing with Christ to Love the World Fifth Week of Lent: In the Service of Peace through Humility and Prayer Holy Week: Returning to the Source of Our Unity in Christ The Resurrection of the Lord: Liberated to Redeem the World Maximum Price: $11.00 Please let Susanne know if you would be interested in being in a group. Groups doing this study are: Tuesday 1030am Tuesday circle Tuesday 730pm MSG Wednesday 730pm in vicar s office If you would like to start a new group, let me know. Susanne 11

12 This Week s Ministry Team. 15th February, Last Sunday of Epiphany Transfiguration 8.00 a.m. Service Sidesperson Reader Liturgical Asst Flowers Brass 12 St. Paul s Ministry Teams Gillian Jensen Gillian Jensen Steven Wong Lois Latimer Sue Taylor Next Week s Ministry Team. 22nd February: First Sunday in Lent 8.00 a.m. Service Sidesperson Reader Liturgical Asst Di Gurney Anne Ogier Bert Lillywhite Flowers Leigh Threlkeld (Etheridge) and Julie Wagner Brass Gillian Lamb a.m. Service Sidespersons Reader Intercessor Welcomer Liturgical Asst Server Refreshments Coll. Counters a.m. Service Sidespersons Reader Intercessor Welcomer Liturgical Asst Server Refreshments Coll. Counters Copies of full rosters are available in the Narthex. Margaret and John Capper Geoff Smith Henrietta Barclay ALL Rowan Litchfield Hamish White served at Seeds of Hope Debbie Riley & Hamish White Liz Olie and Ruth Hudnott Elaine Smith Debbie Riley ALL Hamish White Jeffrey Sheen Elaine Smith and June McKay John Capper and Stuart Bales LIGHTING A CANDLE Did you know...? If you light a candle and say a prayer during church on Sunday, your prayer continues all week. Candles that are lit on Sunday mornings are relit at morning and evening prayer each day, and during the Wednesday Eucharist and Meditation services. The people you pray for today will be held up to God in prayer throughout the week. Parish Priest: Reverend Susanne Chambers vicar@stpaulscanterbury.org.au Youth and Family: Co-coordinator of Pastoral Care: Carla Reid Pastoral Lay Minister: Rowan Litchfield Director of Music: Elizabeth-Anne Nixon music@stpaulscanterbury.org.au Vicar s Warden: Ros White Church Warden: Andrew Flint Church Warden: Kaye Rands