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 16 th of April, 2017 Easter Sunday 10am Prayer of the Day: Lord of the dawn, revealed to women of courage and men of doubt: take us from the empty places where death holds power to the rising of your love as light for all the world; in Jesus Christ, the Resurrection and the Life. Amen. Prayer: A Prayer for an Inclusive Church. Images throughout: Unknown. Easter Vigil Hymns: Introit: Exsultet Setting: Mathias Psalm: 118 Anthems: Jesus Christ is Risen by Woodward and Wood Postlude: Toccata Festiva by Georgi Mushel Easter 10am Hymns: Introit: Christ the Lord hath Risen Medieval attributed to Shaw and Parker Setting: Mathias Psalm: 118 Anthem: This joyful Eastertide traditional harmony arranged by Wood Postlude: Toccata Festiva by Georgi Mushel 1

2 Notices of the Day Welcome to worship and to our St Paul s Faith Community. 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: For those who mourn loved ones, for the injured and distressed, and for all those committed to the work of peace; Refugees and asylum seekers all over the world; Coptic Christians in Egypt; and Syria. We pray for the worldwide Church: The Diocese of Sydney; Korowa Anglican Girls' School; St John's Bentleigh; Celebrating and Preaching at Easter Day Choral Eucharist, St Paul s Cathedral; St Alban s Hamlyn Heights; St Paul s Cathedral, Melbourne Easter Vigil & Confirmation Service; Parish of Ferntree Gully & Rowville; and Canterbury Presbyterian Rev d Grant Lawry. We pray for those in need: Joan Harrington-Johnson; Anne Shaw (Helen s mum); Bob Thompson; Margaret Clausen; Annabel; Iris Mather; Cecelia Irvine-So; Tricia Cain; +John and Anne Bayton; Gwen Towart; Hilary Chapman (Sue Chapman s daughter); Iddin; Ken Roberts (Deb Riley s dad); Diana Barclay (Henrietta s mum); Patricia Anderson; David Bishop (Jeremy s dad); Pat Watson (Susanne s mum); Anne Miller; and Steven Wong. We pray for ourselves & Community: Ever-present God, take care of all who travel by land, water or air; surround them with your loving care; protect them from every danger; and bring them safely back home. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A Parish Prayer for 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 us. Help us to see new opportunities for witness and service. For the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Parish Council Members for 2017: Please keep our parish councillors in your prayers: Andrew Flint (warden), Jeremy Bishop (warden), Liz Olie (warden), Todd Reichmann (treasurer), Caroline Cox, Rose O Shea, Rosemary Miller, Alex Murray, John De Araugo and Nick Scott. We give thanks for the lives of: Rev d Richard Hughes 17 April 2011 Fiona Patterson 17 April 2014 Susanne Irvine 18 April 1997 Maude Agnes Robinson 19 April 1989 Notice Gluten free wafers are available upon request. 2

3 Parish Events for the Week This Sunday 6.30am 10.00am Monday 17 th 16 th of April: Easter Day School Holidays Dawn Eucharist with incense, Lighting of the New Fire and Renewal of Baptismal Vows Sung Eucharist with Renewal of Baptismal Vows and Easter Egg Hunt for Children Susanne s Sabbath; Monday of Easter Week Public Holiday Tuesday 18 th Tuesday of Easter Week School Recommences 10.30am-12.00pmTuesday Circle, Women s Group, Parish Centre pm Ballet, Hall pm Men s Spirituality Group Wednesday 19 th Wednesday of Easter Week 9.30am-12.30pm Kinder Yoga, Hall am Wednesday Morning Prayer, Church pm Meditation, Church pm Yoga, Parish Centre pm Tae Kwon Do, Hall Thursday 20 th pm pm Friday 21 st am pm Thursday of Easter Week Canterbury Soul Mates Lunch, Parish Centre Ceberano Martial Arts, Hall Friday of Easter Week Tiny Tutus, Hall National Youth Choir, Parish Centre Saturday 22 nd Saturday of Easter Week am Ceberano Martial Arts, Hall 11.30am-5.00pm Ballet, Hall Next Sunday 8.00am 10.00am 23 rd of April: Second Sunday of Easter Week Eucharist Sung Eucharist (no choir; locum organist: Chris Riley); followed by morning tea in the Parish Centre Field Committee meeting with Roxanne 3

4 Readings & Psalm Acts Then Peter began to speak to them: I truly understand that God shows no partiality, 35 but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him. 36 You know the message he sent to the people of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ he is Lord of all. 37 That message spread throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John announced: 38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power; how he went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him. 39 We are witnesses to all that he did both in Judea and in Jerusalem. They put him to death by hanging him on a tree; 40 but God raised him on the third day and allowed him to appear, 41 not to all the people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, and who ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead. 42 He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one ordained by God as judge of the living and the dead. 43 All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name. Psalm: , Easter Vigil: Choir 10am: Responsorial (insert) 4

5 Matthew After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2 And suddenly there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord, descending from heaven, came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. 4 For fear of him the guards shook and became like dead men. 5 But the angel said to the women, Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples, He has been raised from the dead, and indeed he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him. This is my message for you. 8 So they left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9 Suddenly Jesus met them and said, Greetings! And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and worshipped him. 10 Then Jesus said to them, Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me. Next Week s Readings: Second Sunday of Easter Week Acts 2.14a, Psalm 16 1Peter John

6 Coming up: April: 25 th ANZAC Day Notices and Parish News: Easter Message from Susanne Here we are at the climax of Holy Week when we have followed the footsteps of Jesus from the last meal with his friends, even those who betrayed him; to his death on the cross by those who thought there was more love in power than power in love. We are here today in awe of the mystery of Jesus Resurrection, the Christ who says he will never leave us. He tells us not to fear, to have courage and to live, fully alive! Christ is risen! He has risen indeed. Tuesday Circle Tuesdays, April 18 The Women s Group, Tuesday Circle, will be meeting in the Parish Centre on Tuesday, April 18. We look forward to seeing you all there! Soul Mates (formerly Caritas) April 20, 12pm The next lunch gathering for Soul Mates (formerly Caritas) will be held in the Parish Centre on THURSDAY the 20th of April at 12noon. Sandwiches, fruit and a glass of wine. We welcome all parishioners who would like to attend this informal lunch. For catering purposes please notify either Loraine Permezel or Margaret Irvine if you intend coming. Bookings and payment for our Movie Lunch on 30th May will also be taken on April 20. Hope you can come along and enjoy catching up with your friends. Cost for April 20: $10 Where: Parish Centre Sunday School Teacher Needed We are looking for a new SS teacher. We currently use a pre-prepared curriculum which covers thinking points for teachers, readings and craft activities. If you would like to help out ONLY 6 times this year please feel free to have a chat with Cassandra or one of the existing SS teachers. It would be greatly appreciated as it would really make everyone s workload much more manageable. Child Safe: We take children s safety seriously at St Paul s. If you have any concerns as to the safety of a child in the parish please see Susanne or one of the wardens; Andrew Flint, Jeremy Bishop and Liz Olie. Offertory Envelopes: Now available in the narthex. St Paul s Direct Debit: St Paul s Anglican Church Canterbury - BSB A/C

7 Sunday School Emergency and Consent Forms A reminder to Sunday School Families that the consent forms sent last month should be filled in and returned to the office ASAP. Confirmation with Bishop Paul Barker at Patronal Festival If you are interested in being confirmed, baptised as an adult or received into the Anglican Church this year, please see Susanne. Classes will begin in the first week of May. Car Boot Sale/ Parish Open Day: Cancelled Unfortunately our Car Boot Sale will no longer go ahead. However, we look forward to our fair in September. Are you interested in Raising Funds for St Pauls while helping to Educate young Pharmacy Students? May 25, 9.30am Monash University is seeking 25 parishioners to help teach pharmacy students what it s like to deal with real people! In exchange for a half an hour discussion about your attitudes to medicine, pharmacist or the healthcare industry (with a group of 5 students) Monash will supply a scrumptious morning tea and tidy donation to the parish. When: May 25, 9:30am Where: the Monash Parkville campus (381 Royal Parade) Contact (ASAP): Laura Kaspen (Dean) Mobile: Key Register The Church Wardens are reviewing the key register with a view to changing locks. If you hold any St Pauls keys please contact Jeremy Bishop by the end of 30th April Reminder! If you are the last to leave the parish centre or office, don t forget to lock up! Parking: Please be considerate of our neighbours when parking. Remember to leave enough space for them to get into their driveways. Pew Sheet Deadline: Please ensure notices for the pew sheet are in the office by 5pm on Wednesday. Thank you! 7

8 St Paul s Ministry Teams: This Week s Ministry Team 16 th of April: Easter Sunday 6.30am Sidesperson John DeAraugo Next Week s Ministry Team 23 rd of April: Second Sunday of Easter Week 8am Sidesperson Cath and Bob Hudson Reader Alicenne Stevens Reader Trish Cain Liturgical Asst Jonathan Chambers Flowers Val Sayers and Christine Ruggles-Brise Server Roxanne Addley Brass Barbara Alderton Flowers Val Sayers and Christine Ruggles-Brise Brass Barbara Alderton 10am 10am Sidespersons Lois Latimer and Gillian Jensen Sidespersons Margaret Capper and Val Sayers Children s Talk N/A School Holidays Children s Talk Carole Pitt Sunday School N/A School Holidays Sunday School Kesta Fleming Assistant N/A School Holidays Assistant Margaret Christianson J2A N/A School Holidays J2A Hamish Lord and Bec Hollingdale Reader Kesta Fleming Reader Margaret Irvine Intercessor Henrietta Barclay Intercessor Jonathan Chambers Welcomer All Welcomer All Liturgical Asst June McKay Liturgical Asst Tom Lambert Server Leanne Richmann Server Gill Lambert Refreshments Gwenda Harding and Margaret Irvine Refreshments Laura Kaspen and Gail White Collection Counters Chris Hudnott and Kay Rands Collection Counters Charles Harington-J and Malcolm White Parish Priest: Reverend Susanne Chambers vicar@stpaulscanterbury.org.au Director of Music: Trevor Henley Organist: Greg Ellsmore Pastoral Lay Coordinators: Rowan Litchfield Sue Flint Vicar s Warden: Liz Olie Church Warden: Andrew Flint Jeremy Bishop