THE TWENTY FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

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1 Sunday 11 th November 2018 THE TWENTY FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST History of Remembrance Day At 11 o clock on 11 November 1918, fighting in the First World War - the most destructive war fought to that date - came to a formal close as Germany, the Allied Powers and the United States concluded an Armistice. Turkey and Austria-Hungary had ceased fighting some days earlier. The mass armies and unprecedented industrialisation that were salient features of the war had led to a deadlock in Northern France and Belgium that had required four terrible years of attritional warfare and economic blockade to break. The result was a horrendous casualty list for all the major combatants that shocked their people. Total casualties for WWI are estimated at 20 million dead and 20 million injured. Australia was a small nation with a population of fewer than five million. From this small population base, no less than 416,809 men enlisted of which 302,000 served overseas. Of these, 62,000 were killed and 155,000 wounded. At least a further 8,000 died of warrelated injuries after the war. These figures do not include the neurological trauma inflicted on so many soldiers, which negatively affected their lives and those of their families for many years afterwards. In these circumstances, it is no surprise that 11 November - the day the carnage stopped - became a date of enduring significance. Armistice Day, as it was known, became the day to commemorate the sacrifice of the war. The first commemoration was at the Cenotaph in London on the first anniversary of the end of the war, and it was on this occasion that the tradition of maintaining two minutes silence from 11am was introduced. Although the idea of a commemorative silence was first suggested by a London-based Australian journalist, Edward Honey, the tradition originated in South Africa during the war and passed to London in 1919 where it was approved by King George V, immediately prior to the Armistice Day commemoration. He requested that the custom be observed throughout the Empire. The length of silence has since been reduced to one minute. It is preceded by the Last Post and followed by the rousing strains of the Reveille. Throughout Australia memorials great and small were established to commemorate the sacrifice. Most cities, towns and suburbs erected monuments of some description statues, cairns or buildings of various sizes to commemorate their local dead. At the inspiration of Dr Charles Bean, the official historian of Australia during WWI, work began in Canberra to build a national memorial to honour the fallen and tell their story. Opened on Armistice Day 1941, the Australian War Memorial (AWM) provides a national focus for remembrance. Cont. Over page stands on the traditional lands of the Bundjalung Nation. We acknowledge and pay our respect to their elders past, present and emerging.

2 From previous page In 1939 Australia was again involved in a world war. The tradition of Armistice Day continued, but its name was changed to Remembrance Day as it would now honour the dead of WWII and the later Australian military involvements in Korea, Malaysia, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan and the myriad peacekeeping operations throughout the world. The most noticeable symbol of Remembrance Day is the red Flanders poppy. It was popularised in the contemporary poem of the Canadian medical officer Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, who was moved to write it in 1915 after the death of a close friend. It was published in Punch magazine. McCrae himself became a victim of the war, dying of pneumonia in The first stanza of his poem reads: 'In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below' Macrae s poem inspired American Professor Moina Michael, who declared she would always wear a red poppy as a symbol of remembrance for those who served in the war. Involved in teaching disabled ex-servicemen, she thought of selling silk red poppies to raise money to support the men. The idea was adopted by American and British exservicemen s organisations and within three years, had spread across the Empire and Europe. For practical reasons red paper poppies were adopted. The forerunner of the RSL, the Returned Soldiers and Sailors Imperial League, first sold poppies on Armistice Day, Priced at a shilling (10 cents) each, the funds raised were mostly used to support French children and the League s welfare work. One penny went to the League s treasury. Poppies are still exchanged for a donation to support the RSL s work with veterans, just as envisaged by Professor Michael one hundred years ago. Since then the use of the poppy has expanded. In addition to Remembrance Day, it features in Anzac Day ceremonies. In the United Kingdom thousands of poppies are dropped from a WWII Lancaster bomber on ceremonial occasions. In 2014, over 800,000 ceramic poppies cascaded from a turret in the Tower of London, each representing a Commonwealth death in WWI. Similarly in Australia, 62,000 red poppies have been planted in the Sculpture Garden of the Australian War Memorial to commemorate the centenary of the Armistice. Handcrafted by volunteers, each represents an Australian life lost in the war. Institutional commemoration aside, it is the personal use of the poppy that is most poignant. Splashes of red poppies stand out from the black background of the Roll of Honour in the cloisters of the Australian War Memorial, where Australians place poppies to honour one of the fallen. It is a custom which comes from spontaneous gestures from crowds queuing to lay poppies on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on the day of his interment on 11 November A century after its conception, the red poppy remains a symbol of the words voiced at each commemoration: Lest we forget About the author: Richard Pelvin was Curator of Official Records at the Australian War Memorial and is now an independent military history researcher. Richard has had a number of books published including 'Anzac: An Illustrated History ', 'Vietnam', and 'Second World War: A Generation of Australian Heroes'. A note from Rev Judy, I believe it is vital for the health and well being of our Parish that we gather together as often as possible to celebrate being one community rather than several different groups. To this end I am hoping that you will all consider coming to the one parish Christmas Party rather than attending several smaller group parties across the parish. Hope to see you on the 8th December. Judy

3 November 4 November 11 November 18 November 25 December 2 7 & 9am 7 & 9am 7 & 9am 7 & 9am 7 & 9am 1 st Reading Wisdom Ruth 3.1-5; Samuel Daniel , Psalm Song of Hannah Jeremiah nd Reading Revelation a Hebrews Hebrews Revelation 1.4b-8 1 Thessalonians 3. Gospel John Mark Mark John Luke Christmas Planning Meeting Saturday November 17 th at 11.00am at the office It would be appreciated if LLM s & Wardens could be in attendance as well as any members of the congregation who may wish to be involved or have suggestions A Blue Christmas Memorial Service Tuesday 11 Dec 2pm At All members of the community who are missing loved ones or for whom Christmas is a difficult time, are invited to an ecumenical service which recognises that not every one is able to celebrate at this time of year. Stay on for afternoon tea and be supported by others who are in similar circumstances Rev Judy is celebrating 10 years of ordained priesthood on Friday November 30 th at 11.00am. She would love you all to join with her at this service which will be followed with a BBQ lunch in the rectory grounds. To assist with catering please place your names on the list at the back of the church. A service of Thanksgiving for the contribution of our Caterers & Op Shop volunteers will be held Saturday December 1 st at 2.00pm. This will be followed by an afternoon tea which will be hosted by the members of Parish Council Parish Christmas Party Come everyone! (and bring your friends) Saturday December 8 th In the grounds of the rectory. Between 5.00pm 7.00pm Finger food & drinks BYO drinks & food to share. Please place your names on the list at the back of the church

4 The Twenty-Fifth Sunday After Pentecost 11 th November, 2018 Sentence Give and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap; for the measure you give will be the measure you get back. Luke 6.38 Collect O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of evil and make us your children and heirs of eternal life: grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Diocesan Prayer God in whom we live and move and have our being, we thank you for Jesus Christ who is the good news. By the power of your Holy Spirit, enable us to be people who transform lives, make disciples and grow communities, that your glory may be revealed in all creation. We pray this through your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen First Reading Ruth 3.1-5; Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, My daughter, I need to seek some security for you, so that it may be well with you. 2 Now here is our kinsman Boaz, with whose young women you have been working. See, he is winnowing barley tonight at the threshingfloor. 3 Now wash and anoint yourself, and put on your best clothes and go down to the threshing-floor; but do not make yourself known to the man until he has finished eating and drinking. 4 When he lies down, observe the place where he lies; then, go and uncover his feet and lie down; and he will tell you what to do. 5 She said to her, All that you tell me I will do So Boaz took Ruth and she became his wife. When they came together, the Lord made her conceive, and she bore a son. 14 Then the women said to Naomi, Blessed be the Lord, who has not left you this day without next-of-kin; and may his name be renowned in Israel! 15 He shall be to you a restorer of life and a nourisher of your old age; for your daughter-in-law who loves you, who is more to you than seven sons, has borne him. 16 Then Naomi took the child and laid him in her bosom, and became his nurse. 17 The women of the neighbourhood gave him a name, saying, A son has been born to Naomi. They named him Obed; he became the father of Jesse, the father of David. Hear the word of the Lord, Thanks be to God.

5 Psalm The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom then shall I fear?: the Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When the wicked, even my enemies and my foes, come upon me to devour me: they shall stumble and fall. 3 If an army encamp against me, my heart shall not be afraid: and if war should rise against me, yet will I trust. 4 One thing I have asked from the Lord, which I will require: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, 5 To see the fair beauty of the Lord: and to seek his will in his temple. 6 For he will hide me under his shelter in the day of trouble: and conceal me in the shadow of his tent, and set me high upon a rock. 7 And now he will lift up my head: above my enemies round about me. 8 And I will offer sacrifices in his sanctuary with exultation: I will sing, I will sing praises to the Lord. 9 O Lord, hear my voice when I cry: have mercy upon me and answer me. 10 My heart has said of you, Seek his face : your face, Lord, I will seek. 11 Do not hide your face from me: or thrust your servant aside in displeasure; 12 For you have been my helper: do not cast me away or forsake me, O God of my salvation. 13 Though my father and my mother forsake me: the Lord will take me up. 14 Teach me your way, O Lord: and lead me in an even path, for they lie in wait for me. 15 Do not give me over to the will of my enemies: for false witnesses have risen against me, and those who breathe out violence. 16 But I believe that I shall surely see the goodness of the Lord: in the land of the living. 17 O wait for the Lord; stand firm and he will strengthen your heart: and wait, I say, for the Lord. Second Reading Hebrews Thus it was necessary for the sketches of the heavenly things to be purified with these rites, but the heavenly things themselves need better sacrifices than these. 24 For Christ did not enter a sanctuary made by human hands, a mere copy of the true one, but he entered into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. 25 Nor was it to offer himself again and again, as the high priest enters the Holy Place year after year with blood that is not his own; 26 for then he would have had to suffer again and again since the foundation of the world. But as it is, he has appeared once for all at the end of the age to remove sin by the sacrifice of himself. 27 And just as it is appointed for mortals to die once, and after that the judgement, 28 so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin, but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him. Hear the word of the Lord, Thanks be to God. Cont. Over page

6 From previous page Gospel Mark The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Glory to you Lord Jesus Christ. 38 As he taught, he said, Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes, and to be greeted with respect in the market-places, 39 and to have the best seats in the synagogues and places of honour at banquets! 40 They devour widows houses and for the sake of appearance say long prayers. They will receive the greater condemnation. 41 He sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. 42 A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which are worth a penny. 43 Then he called his disciples and said to them, Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury. 44 For all of them have contributed out of their abundance; but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on. This is the Gospel of the Lord, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ. Intercessions: Please pray for; Julie Whittaker, Jim Sullivan, Ray & Di Phelps, David Scofield, Del Vogt, Graham Elphick, Darcy Trustum, Margaret Bowdon, June Codrington and Roy (Bonalbo). The family of the late Hazel Foote as well as the family of Trevor Weir. They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Acts2:42 Parish of Kingscliff: In Transition Licensed Lay Ministers: Jennifer Priest Kim Johnstone Christine Parsons Please Pray for: Spreading God s love in our Parish through: Holy and passionate worship. Committed and authentic discipleship. Bold and insightful mission. FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS On Friday at 12 md, St Marks joined with other churches around Australia to ring the bell 27 times and will continue to do so every Friday once for each child remaining in detention on Nauru until we have no need to ring it again. Please pray for justice and compassion and for this day to come quickly Mothers Union Christmas Party Open to all past & present members Monday November 26 th Casino RSM Club 12noon for lunch Prior to lunch there will be a Christmas craft morning between 10.00am 11.30am in the Ministry Centre For more information; Bev

7 Parish Council Meeting Thursday November 15 at 7.00pm ROSTERS PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME DOWN FOR SOME THING...ANYTHING but please be part of our worship together. Nov & Dec rosters are in the church foyer A separate Christmas Roster will appear after the planning meeting A selection of Mothers Union Christmas Cards are available at the back of the church at a cost of 60 cents each, please place your monies in the envelopes marked MU. BCA Box Holders As it is now spring, it is time to hand in the contents of your BCA Box. Please label with your name and hand it in to the parish office or via the offertory plate. Thank you for your support of this important mission work. Judith Cole Catering November 17th (Sat) Manchester Unity Morning tea, Lunch & Dinner Caterers start at 2.30pm Friday and at 8.00am Saturday November 22nd (Thu) CWA Morning tea & Lunch Caterers start at 9.00am Wednesday and at 8.00am Thursday December 1st (Sat) Dancers Christmas Smorgasbord Caterers start at 1.00pm Friday (after the Hospital Aux vacate) Saturday at 9.00am and return at 4.00pm after the Thanksgiving Service & Afternoon tea December 6th (Thu) Fairy Hill Craft Group Luncheon More details soon December 15th (Sat) Singers Christmas Luncheon More details soon Congratulations Kevin & Anne Bailey (Nov 13) Jenny Dorrington (Nov 2) It is envisaged that on February 2 nd 2019 the Op Shop will commence Saturday trading from 9am till 12noon, there still are a few vacancies on the roster, if you could spare 3 hours on a Saturday morning could you please contact the parish office. The first Saturday afternoon of the month HOI is held in the auxiliary hall. This is an important fundraiser to cover the cost of shipping goods to the Solomon Islands as well as a great social afternoon, if you would like to assist with the running and operation of HOI please contact the parish office.

8 Rosters for Week Commencing Friday November 16 th SERVICES THIS WEEK Sunday, 11 th November 7.00am 9.00am Doubtful Creek 11.15am Wednesday, 14 th November 10.30am Sunday, 18 th November 7.00am 9.00am Upper Clarence 10.30am Media Flowers A Battistuzzi Cleaning R & P Hodgkinson Court Care E Kinneally & A Bailey (November 7 or 14) Morning Tea J Whittaker What s On Mon - Fri Op Shop 10-3 Information Monday Indoor Bowls - 5pm Aux Hall Dot Monday Summerland Bootscooters 5.30pm Main Hall Vilma Tuesday Summerland Bootscooters 10am Aux Hall Vilma Tuesday Old Time Dancing 7pm Aux Hall Pam Tuesday STEP Aerobics - 6pm Aux Hall Louise Wednesday Line Dancing 4.30pm Aux Hall Lorraine Wednesday Square Dancing 7.30pm Aux Hall Wilma Wednesday St Marks Singers 7pm Ministry Centre Shirley Thursday STEP Aerobics 6pm Aux Hall Louise Friday TOT Time Aux Hall Julie Friday Casino Community Soup Kitchen & Food Bank Margaret PARISH DIRECTORY Parish Priest Rev. Canon Judy Edwards Parish Office Mon Fri Office Phone West Street Casino Parish Mobile Postal Address P.O. Box 71, CASINO NSW office@casinoanglicanchurch.org St. Mark s Catering Annette Battistuzzi St. Mark s Op-Shop Cnr. Centre & Pratt Streets All cheques made out to St. Mark s should be made out to Casino Anglican Parish.