WELCOME 25 FEBRUARY 2018 THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT

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1 pursuing the YEAR OF PRAYER 2018 ST ANDREW S CATHEDRAL THE DIOCESE OF SINGAPORE Bishop of Singapore and Dean The Rt Revd Rennis Ponniah Vicar Revd Canon Terry Wong Clergy Revd Peter Cook, Revd Freddy Lim, Revd Michael Lim, Revd Bertram Cheong Auxilliary Clergy Revd Canon Dr Louis Tay, Revd Soon Soo Kee, Revd Christopher Tan Deaconesses Ds Bessie Lee, Ds June Tan WELCOME A warm welcome to all members and visitors to our Services today. HOLY COMMUNION We welcome all confirmed members of the Anglican Church and visitors who are communicant members of other churches to share in the Holy Communion with us. Our practice is to have the Holy Communion by intinction (dipping of the wafer into the wine). If you are not partaking of the Communion, you are welcome to come forward to receive a prayer of blessing. Please keep your hands clasped to indicate that you are not receiving the Communion. CAR PARKING As there are limited parking lots within St Andrew s Cathedral, members may wish to park at carparks in close proximity to the Cathedral. Visitors who worship with us and park their cars in the Cathedral can collect a free pass from the Information Desk or from the Welcome Centre. PRAYER & MINISTRY If you would like to talk to someone or receive prayer ministry, in most Services this is offered either during or after a Service. Note the following: 7.00am After Service at Graham White Library, North Transept, Ground floor 8.00am After Service at prayer table, white tent 9.00am In Service 11.15am After Service at communion rails 11.30am In Service 5.00pm After Service at communion rails CHILDREN MINISTRY Each Service has special provisions for families with young children. Please inquire with the ushers. 25 FEBRUARY 2018 THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT COLLECT Almighty God, you show to those who are in error the light of your truth, that they may return to the way of righteousness: grant to all those who are admitted into the fellowship of Christ s religion, that they may reject those things that are contrary to their profession, and follow all such things as are agreeable to the same; through our Lord Jesus Christ, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen LECTIONARY READINGS Genesis 17:1-7, Romans 4:13-25 Mark 8:31-38 PSALM FOR 5PM Psalm 135 HYMNS 8.00am: CP475, CP390, Meekness and Majesty, CP am: CP475, CP390, Meekness and Majesty, CP pm: How Great Is Our God, O Praise The Name, Thank You For The Cross, I Need Thee Every Hour, HP4, HP96, Worthy of Worship Photo: Confirmation Service, 11 Feb

2 THE VICAR WRITES It has often been said that the Cathedral is a Mother Church and a City Church. Due to her historic nature, her central and strategic location, the sprawling nature of her buildings and grounds, her role can be clearly seen. After all, the bishops and clergy meet here every week, and significant diocesan or national events are held here. That said, we want to focus here on the Cathedral Community. This will be about spiritual influence, not historical or locational. In past years, SAC has been instrumental in planting new congregations across the city. She has also given generously to church building projects, especially in our deaneries. In this new season, what does the Lord seek to do in and through us? This is a question for us to pray over and certainly something I have been doing since joining the Cathedral in In 2018, can we pray over our role in helping parishes to develop, such as the Lat Krabang Anglican Church in Bangkok? Closer home, we are also reviewing how we can help our own church plants (i.e. Acts Centre) to have a firmer footing. Are there new fronts locally or in the deaneries which we should consider? What is important is to see our church planting efforts as an overflow of the spiritual and missional life of the SAC community, and not just the work of a few individuals. This means that SAC needs to go beyond initial evangelism and engage in nursing Vision 2020: Being a Church of Influence the new congregation to full maturity. Here is where the maturity of ministries in SAC herself becomes important. It is very much in the spirit of Anglican missions to raise a parish community within a society for longterm influence. Here is where many parts of SAC can eventually play a part as many ministries can be involved if our longterm goal is to help a congregation to grow into a mature parish. We can think of the choir, Alpha teams, Connect groups ministry team, medical missions and even our cafe team! Everyone can be missional in their service. We will also have a responsibility to fulfil our heritage role over properties which are uniquely the Cathedral s. It is a part of our Christian witness to be seen as responsible and having a sense of excellence. Society expects this of us and indeed, we are located centrally and visibly, right at the heart of this modern city. We have sufficient diversity in skills, expertise and passion in our congregation to ensure that every part of the Cathedral can rise up to our varied responsibilities. As a clergy, I need to focus on the ministry of the Word and prayer. But at the same time, I need to permit and empower those who are are able to carry out the work. Areas like our pipe organ, building facade, the quality of our tours, the bells, gathering, the displaying and storing of artefacts and the communications ministry, just to name a few, all have to be done well as an integral part of our community witness. In particular, the PCC is charged with assisting the Vicar in the care of temporal responsibilities and we will work together to ensure that we continue to do what we ought to do. 2

3 PRAYER HIGHLIGHTS WORLD Somalia Pray for peace and stability to return as Somalia emerges from over two decades of civil war, for President Mohamed Abdullahi and his team to institute a democratically elected government. Pray that God would grant the government victory over militants still engaging in guerrilla warfare. Pray for rain and relief from the current unprecedented drought, that the rivers would flow again, especially the main river Shabelle. Pray for the 6.2 million Somalis needing emergency aid of food and water and pray for protection against outbreak of disease. Pray for a mighty move of God across this nation bringing forgiveness, reconciliation and healing from the violence and atrocities of the past. Pray that more labourers and tentmakers would be released into the land and for many to respond to Christ s love. SINGAPORE Year of Prayer Ask God to release the spirit of intercession upon His Church, that there will be a strong commitment to fast and pray and seek His face, beginning with individual believers at the personal level seeking God in the place of daily secret devotion, building up to united corporate prayer at the local church, regional and national levels. Pray that the Church will, in brokenness of spirit, repent of our personal, corporate and national sins, we will turn away from our pride, self-will and self-reliance, and turn towards God in total dependence on Him, for the revival of our land. Celebration of Hope (17-19 May 2019) Pray for the CoH Steering, Executive and Working Committees to have God s wisdom, strength and favour as they move in tandem with God s purposes to prepare this platform for personal evangelism on a mass scale. Pray for skilled manpower, finances and all other resources to be raised and released for this great harvest event. Pray that all believers in Singapore will catch the vision of CoH and be a part of it. DIOCESE Church of the True Light Pray for the Vicar Revd Winston Tan, priests, parish worker and parish assistant that they will be led by the Spirit to position the church and prepare her for the move of God this year and in the years to come. CATHEDRAL Alpha Course (28 Feb, 7 March to 16 May) Pray that many pre-believers will be drawn to the invitation through our Alpha posters and cards, that they will come and be touched by the messages shared; that they will benefit much from the group discussions. Pray for the organising committee to plan well for each meeting; for the group leaders to be welcoming and and Spirit-led in their facilitation of group discussions. Michael Card Teaching Seminar & Public Concert (2 & 3 March) Pray for Michael Card as he prepares to teach on the theme of Lament, that his teaching will deepen our understanding of suffering and strengthen us to face life s many challenges. Pray that as he shares the songs the Lord had inspired him to write, at the public concert, they will minister powerfully to us and inspire faith and trust in God. COLLECT FOR ASH WEDNESDAY Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing that you have made and forgive the sins of all those who are penitent: create and make in us new and contrite hearts that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may receive from you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK Annie Dang, Khor Seow Hong, Marjorie Lau, Nancy Li, Barbara Rayney, Rene Tan, Joy Brett, Doris Proctor, Anna Lim, Albert Lim, Janet Lim, Ana Pelaez, Lim Soon Chye and Nelson Low. Members who know them are encouraged to visit and pray with them. 3

4 WALKING IN THE LIGHT 24/25 Feb: Taking Up and Laying Down 3/4 Mar: Growing a Passion for His Glory During the Season of Lent, sermons in our Services will focus on encouraging us to walk in the light with the Lord and one another SATURDAY SERVICE 24 FEBRUARY 4.30 pm Contemporary Service CNS Revd Freddy Lim SUNDAY SERVICE 25 FEBRUARY 7.00 am Holy Communion Nave Ds June Tan 8.00 am Holy Communion Nave The Vicar 9.00 am Contemporary Service CNS Ds June Tan 9.30 am Service in Mandarin Nave am Service in Mandarin CNS am Holy Communion Nave The Vicar am Contemporary Service Prayer Halls Mr Kenneth Ernest 2.00 pm Filipino Service North Transept Hall Canon Louis Tay 2.00 pm Myanmar Worship Service Dr Moses Israeli 2.30 pm Bahasa Indonesia Service South Transept Hall Mr Victor Effendie 2.30 pm Service in Cantonese Nave 4.30 pm Hokkien Service Prayer Halls Revd Freddy Lim 5.00 pm Evensong Nave Ds June Tan 5.00 pm Service in Mandarin CNS EXTENSION CENTRES am Westside Anglican Church Revd Bertram Cheong am Jurong Anglican Church Mandarin West Coast Recreation Centre am Acts Centre My Saviour s Church Mrs Angeline Leong 4 SATURDAY SERVICE 3 MARCH 4.30 pm Contemporary Service CNS Revd Freddy Lim SUNDAY SERVICE 4 MARCH 7.00 am Holy Communion Nave Ds Bessie Lee 8.00 am Holy Communion Nave Revd Soon Soo Kee 9.00 am Holy Communion CNS Mr Michael Card 9.30 am Service in Mandarin Nave am Service in Mandarin CNS am Holy Communion Nave Revd Soon Soo Kee am Contemporary Service Prayer Halls Ps Hambali Leonardi 2.00 pm Filipino Service North Transept Hall CG Sunday 2.00 pm Myanmar Worship Service Revd Moses Kaser Htaw 2.30 pm Bahasa Indonesia Service South Transept Hall Mr Victor Effendie 2.30 pm Service in Cantonese Nave 4.30 pm Hokkien Service Prayer Halls Revd Freddy Lim 5.00 pm Holy Communion Nave Ds Bessie Lee 5.00 pm Service in Mandarin CNS SUNDAY SCHOOL MINISTRIES 4.30 pm Sat CITYKids Children Ministry 8.00 am Sunday School 9.00 am Sunday School 9.30 am Sunday School (Mandarin) am Sunday School 5.00 pm Junior Cell

5 WEEKDAY COMING UP SERVICES/MEETINGS FEBRUARY 2018 MONDAY, 26 FEBRUARY 9.00 am Morning Prayer Epiphany Chapel TUESDAY, 27 FEBRUARY 7.30 am Clergy & Leaders Nave Holy Communion WEDNESDAY, 28 FEBRUARY 9.00 am Morning Prayer Epiphany Chapel pm Holy Communion Prayer Halls 5.15 pm Evening Prayer Epiphany Chapel THURSDAY, 1 MARCH 9.30 am Holy Communion Chapel for all Peoples FRIDAY, 2 MARCH 9.00 am Morning Prayer Epiphany Chapel 7.00 pm Young Adults Ministry Chapel for All Peoples No Meeting SATURDAY, 3 MARCH 9.00 am Morning Prayer Epiphany Chapel 2.00 pm LYnC Youth Ministry Chapel for All Peoples 2.30 pm Shalomkids Ministry Prayer Halls (For children with autism) ALPHA INTRODUCTORY DINNER WEDNESDAY 28 FEBRUARY 2018, 7.30PM ST ANDREW S CATHEDRAL COURSE RUNS WEEKLY 7 MARCH TO 16 MAY Marriage Preparation Course 25 Town Hall Meeting 28 Alpha MARCH &3 Michael Card Seminar & Concert 3 Baptism Course 4 Marriage Preparation Course 6-8 Deaconess Retreat 7 Alpha 7 PETALS Prayer 8 SMF Outing: NEWater Visitor Centre 10 Baptism Course 10 The Quiet Garden Retreat 11 Marriage Preparation Course Clergy & Family Retreat 14 Alpha 17 Baptism Course Batam Medical Outreach 18 Marriage Preparation Course 20 Watoto Children s Choir Concert 21 Alpha 22 SMF: Basic Dance Movement 23 Prayer & Praise 24 Baptism Course 24 DCBS Exam Term 1 24 Mobile Medical Services to the Community (MOFOW) 25 Marriage Preparation Course 28 Alpha 29 Maundy Thursday 30 Good Friday 31 Easter Vigil / Eve Memorial Svcs pm Service cathedral.org.sg/alpha 5

6 ANNOUNCEMENTS Jan - Mar PERSONAL PRAYER Psalm 84:1, YEAR OF PRAYER FOR YOUR PERSONAL DEVOTION Daily Lectionary Readings - Download SAC app Bible in One Year Readings with commentary by Nicky and Pipa Gumbel, taking readers through the entire Bible in one year. Available through , App or website. Lent Devotionals by Bible Society - purchase from Welcome Centre ($3) PRAYING IN COMMUNITY: Coming Events LENT MID-DAY PRAYER 14 Feb - 23 Mar, 12.30pm - 1pm (Mon - Fri, excluding public holidays) Nave THE QUIET GARDEN RETREAT 10 March, 9am - 1pm North Transept Hall THANKSGIVING We thank God for the life of Emmeline Wang Choy Ing who went home to be with the Lord on 17 Feb JOB VACANCIES The Cathedral has job vacancies for Audio Visual Engineer and Technician. They will be responsible for providing AV support for Cathedral events and work with Cathedral AV volunteers. Relevant working experience will be advantageous but not compulsory. Both positions will require working on Sundays and some week nights. Requirements: Audio Visual Engineer - Diploma/Degree in Engineering Technician - minimum NITEC in digital audio and video production or a related field TO APPLY Please to hr@cathedral.org.sg your CV stating your academic qualifications, details of work experience, current salary and expected salary and contact numbers Closing Date For All Applications: 1 March 2018 PETALS Praying Effectively To Alter LiveS St. Andrew s Cathedral s Mothers Ministry to Pray for Children The Petals Prayer Group is in its 12th year, and meets fortnightly to pray for children, using written prayers based on the Word of God. Join us in praying the Spirit and life into your children s lives, on Wed 7 March, pm at the Graham White Library. Please register at petalsprayers@gmail.com. You may also register at the Info Desk on Sunday. VICAR S INSTITUTION AND INDUCTION SERVICES The following two Vicar s Institution and Induction Services have been arranged: Institution and Induction of Revd Dr Ivan Ee as Vicar of All Saints Church On Sunday, 4 March 2018, 2 pm Institution and Induction of Revd Victor Teo as Vicar of Chapel of Christ the Redeemer On Sunday, 22 April 2018, 9 am Please keep Revd Ivan and Revd Victor and their families in your prayer as they prepare their hearts for the Induction. 6

7 Pre AGM TOWN HALL MEETING pm Topic for dialogue and discussion: Proposed Implementation of Carpark Charges for Members SAC MEMBERSHIP UPDATE May we seek your co-operation to create an up-to-date database of Cathedral members, which is necessary for the ministry of our church. Members are reminded to update their particulars, including photographs, by any of these methods: - Do it yourself, any time Either on-line via the Cathedral website and the Cathedral app, or to the Membership Department of the Cathedral (membership@cathedral.org.sg). Please attach your photograph in your . - Do it with help, at the Cathedral Welcome Centre, 3 Mar 1 Apr, 9am to 5pm, & South Transept Hall from 5pm to 7.30pm Come with your particulars and a recent photo (either in your mobile phone or in print). Members who are at least 17 years old and who are already confirmed and regularly worshipping at the Cathedral, should be on the Electoral Roll. Please visit the Welcome Centre (3 Mar 1 Apr) to check if you are on the Electoral Roll or to apply to be on it. Watoto Children s Choir Concert CAMPS IN 2018 Sat 4.30pm Dates : 7-10 June 2018 Theme : Wait Refreshed Empowered Venue : Hotel Hatten Melaka Speaker : Bishop Kuan Kim Seng For more info : Saturday@cathedral.org.sg 9am Dates : May 2018 Theme : Insights from Isaiah Venue : Impiana KLCC Hotel,KL Speaker : Revd Dr Gordon Wong For more info : rosylee@cathedral.org.sg 7am and 5pm Dates : April 2018 Theme : Pursuing the Heart of God Venue : Hotel Jen, JB Speaker : Revd Clement Wong For more info : rosylee@cathedral.org.sg 8am & 11.15am Dates : June 2018 Theme : Pursuing the Heart of God Connecting with God and Each Other Venue : Changi Village Hotel, Singapore Speaker : Revd Dr James Harding For more info : chia.kum.meng@cathedral.org.sg priscillachua@cathedral.org.sg eleven:30 Dates : 7-10 June 2018 Theme : Pursuing God s Heart Venue : Dorsett Hotel, KL Speaker : Mr Joseph Chean For more info : stevenwong@cathedral.org.sg Tuesday 20 March 2018 St Andrew s Cathedral, CNS pm Free Admission A VIBRANT WORSHIP EXPERIENCE THE SOUND OF A TRANSFORMED GENERATION BY A FAMILY OF ORPHANS FROM UGANDA 7

8 website: St Andrew s Road, Singapore Tel: Fax: / We warmly welcome you to St Andrew s Cathedral Please complete and return this portion to the ushers or the Info Desk, or simply drop it into an offering bag. Your Name : Sex : F/M Age: Service attended: Telephone: (HP) I am a visitor. I would like to be contacted. I wish to attend an Alpha Course. I wish to be a member of St Andrew s Cathedral. I wish to know more about Christianity. I wish to join a Connect group. I wish to receive a set of tithe envelopes/give online Others : 8