OCTOBER 27, 2013 PENTECOST XXIII

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1 OCTOBER 27, 2013 PENTECOST XXIII We invite you to keep a time of silence in preparation for worship 8:15am HOLY COMMUNION (Book of Common Prayer page 67) Opening Hymn: 393 Gradual Hymn: 508 Offertory Hymn: 425 Recessional: 384 1st Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, (New Testament p.213) 2nd Reading: Luke 18:9-14 (New Testament p. 81) Homily: Rev. Carole Langlotz 10:00am HOLY EUCHARIST (printed separately-blue booklet) We invite you to keep a time of silence in preparation for worship Prelude Processional Hymn: 474 The Collect of the Day 1st Reading: Joel 2:23-32 (Old Testament p.848) Psalm 66: ( BAS p.786) - refrain below 2nd Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, (New Testament p.213) Gradual Hymn: 557 Gospel Reading: Luke 18:9-14 (New Testament p. 81) Homily: Rev. Carole Langlotz Prayers of the People The Peace Announcements Offertory Hymn: 501 The Celebration of the Eucharist Eucharistic Prayer 1 Communion Hymns:610, 57, 50 (please join in singing these hymns) Motet: With A Voice of Singing Shaw The Blessing Recessional Hymn: 306 Postlude ( the postlude is part of the service and you are invited to stay & enjoy this music) Psalm Refrain In the Narthex, we have FM Assistive Listening Devices. Please speak with the Verger if you would like to use one. Please return them to the Verger following the service.

2 WE WELCOME NEWCOMERS & VISITORS and invite you to participate fully in our worship this morning. You are welcome to come to the Altar Rail or station to receive communion or a blessing. All are encouraged to receive from the chalice or with bread alone, and asked to refrain from intinction (dipping the wafer in the chalice). NURSERY for children (up to 3yrs old) in room 302 of the Parish Hall during the 10am service. COLLECT: Lord God our redeemer, who heard the cry of your people and sent your servant Moses to lead them out of slavery, free us from the tyranny of sin and death, and by the leading of your Spirit bring us to our promised land; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. PRAYER OVER THE GIFTS: God of constant love, you have guided your people in all times and ages. May we who offer you our praise today always be ready to follow where you lead; we ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION: God our guide, you have fed us with bread from heaven as you fed the people of Israel. May we who have been inwardly nourished be ready to follow you all our days; we ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. THE FLOWERS ARE GIVEN TO THE GLORY OF GOD & IN LOVING MEMORY OF: ****their parents, Douglas & Margaret Reading and Lester & Doris Brain; given by Larry & Brenda Brain ****her much loved & treasured husband Abraham Gus Goossen and Mary & Karen Moore, Elizabeth Gaylord & Dora Herbert; given by Margaret Goossen ****her dear friend, Ted Livesey; given by Kay Penny ****Charles Webb; given by his wife Marg and family LARGE PRINT VERSIONS OF THE SERVICE BOOKLETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN THE NARTHEX. Church on Tap- Friends, Faith and Froth Join us this evening October 27th, at the Queen s Head Pub at 7:30pm in the games room for our final Church on Tap. We will watch a short video, followed by some discussion, and accompanied by some refreshments!

3 OCTOBER 27, 2013 PENTECOST XXIII DON T FORGET to put your clocks back 1 hour before you go to bed next Saturday night, Nov. 2nd. The 2013 Great Fall Hymn Sing This year s Hymn Sing featuring the Senior Choirs of West Plains United and St. Luke s Anglican churches will take place in the church at 3:00pm Sunday November 10. This year s event is entitled Words and Music a demonstration of how different composers have written music for the same words. You can decide which setting you like best! As always audience participation is welcome and yes, there will be a "Lucky Draw" so you can request your favorite hymn. The Hymn Sing is a fun afternoon & every one is welcome. Admission is $10.00 and $8.00 for students/seniors, children aged 12 and under will be admitted for free so plan to bring your children & grandchildren. Tickets are available from choir members or by calling or Following the Hymn Sing there is a reception, with delicious treats, in the parish hall. THE LIBRARY CATALOGUE IS NOW ONLINE! You can now access the Library Catalogue, Fiction and Non-Fiction, on St. Luke s website. Here s how to get to it. Go to click on Divisions of Ministry under Navigation, scroll down to Christian Formation, and click on Read More, and under Adult Library you will see two links, one to the Non-Fiction Catalogue and one to the Fiction Catalogue. You can use the Find option to search for authors or titles. Here is a quick short-cut to this page: Thanks to Sean Tiernay for his technical assistance! PWRDF CHRISTMAS CARDS are available at coffee hour. Cost is $20 per package of 12 & a tax receipt will be issued for the full amount. All proceeds go to support the important work of the Primate s World Relief and Development Fund throughout the world.

4 Christmas Market-SAT. NOVEMBER 23-9AM NEEDED: Quart sealers for the Dry Soup Table Christmas fabric (cotton) for Jar lids Contact: Heather White ***************** Decorative Mason Jars 250 ml Wide Mouth (They are 2-3/4" ( 7cm) high ) If you have any to donate please contact Helen Bittner (905) or hbittner@cogeco.ca. ***************** ALSO NEEDED: Toys, Puzzles, Books, etc-suitable for ages 3 to 12. Now that your kids are safely back at school it is time to relieve them of their long abandoned, but still in good condition, possessions! We need them for the children s table at the Christmas Market...so bring them to the Great Hall on November 22nd and you will garner stars in your crown. For further information Jenny Kyle Still more Pew Patter: ***************** In the words of Dylan Thomas, on the subject of memories of Christmases past, " I can never remember whether it snowed for six days and six nights when I was twelve or whether it snowed for twelve days and twelve nights when I was six". Ach well, I must look again for some wee gifts for that poor addled soul, Colin Campbell, and the Treasure Room of this year's Christmas Market. Aye, that's a fine idea. Truth be told, I hear from an angel that he's been off his meds and ought not be disappointed. Less than four weeks away to the big day, 'tis true: may we both be blessed for our generous hearts and souls... Arrangements? Telephone Colin [289] or clc.november@gmail.com

5 NEWSLETTER DEADLINE The deadline for the Winter issue of the St. Luke s newsletter is THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2013 This issue covers the months of December, January and February. Please your submission to newsletter@stlukesburlington.ca If you do not use , you may drop it off at the church office. ***Sorry, but no late submissions will be accepted.*** ALASKA CRUISE INFORMATION NIGHT St. Luke's is going on an Alaskan Cruise July 23-30th leaving from and returning to Vancouver. We hope that you and your family can join us. You may choose to do your own extension perhaps around Vancouver either before or after the sailing. Come to an information meeting this Tuesday (Oct 29th) at 7 p.m. in the Great Hall. IF YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN PART OF St. Luke's Christmas Market Please attend our Oct. 30th Meeting in Rm.201 at 7:30PM Nov. 23 is the date for our Major Fund Raiser and we need your help in making the 2013 Market a Roaring SUCCESS! Please sign up at Coffee Morning today, or call Judith Brodie The Parish Church of St. Luke Presents Taizé Night Prayer In the business of our work-a-day lives, we all need a place and a space where we can be still and know the presence and the peace of God. In a world that is filled with noise it is good to have a place where quiet is respected and conversation is not required. Come and Pray With Us in the stillness of a candlelit hour. Friday, November 8, :30 p.m. Please join us for coffee/tea and a time of fellowship in the Great Hall following the 10am service. Please remember to sign up to serve one Sunday.

6 Congratulations to Ray Payne who will receive the Order of Niagara on Sunday November 3, at 4pm at our Cathedral in Hamilton. Speakers Lunch Group November 14 A Sailor s View of the Korean Conflict then and 60 years on Andy Barber & Ron Kirk reminisce with anecdotes about a sailor's life aboard a Canadian Tribal Class Destroyer in the 1950's. This is the Remembrance Day meeting when we pay our respects to the fallen this year in particular to the men & women lost at sea. All are welcome to this Bring Your Own Lunch event. Please call Bill at or keithanita@sympatico.ca if you intend to attend. Upcoming Events: Youth and Family Ministry will be hosting a number of events this fall for the community. Please mark them on your calendar and attend to show your support for this valuable ministry of our church. November 30th, 2-4pm As we prepare for the coming of Christmas, yes it is coming all too quickly, you are invited to an event that will help you create your own family Advent Calendar. Please drop by the Parish Hall and create a work of art that will be part of your family s spiritual life. December 1 st, 7:30pm World AIDS Day Worship Salt and Light Youth Group will lead the community in worship to mark this important day. Rev. Deacon Sheila Plant is on vacation, returning to the office on Wednesday Dec. 4th 2014 Church Calendars are SOLD OUT TO ANY AND ALL KIDS! Do you love to sing along in a huge voice to your IPod? Do you look up songs on ITunes just to find something else to belt out? Then come join our Kids Choir! With fun things to learn and friends to meet, we are the place for you! Rehearsals are Sundays after church, from noon to 12:45pm beginning Nov. 3. To register, please phone Jennifer Goodine ( ) or Bonnie Lennard ( ), or jgoodine1@cogeco.ca or blennard@cogeco.ca.

7 Elgin Street Lot #10 Joint Use for Employee Parking & St. Luke Church Lot Restoration Notice for Oct 31 Nov 12, 2013 The city is underway with the capital project for the municipal lot restoration program. The contractor assured us that the Lot will be: o open for Sunday Service o closed during after-hours (construction equipment will be left in the Lot). During the restoration period, the church staff and/or congregation members are welcome to park for free at any on-street meter or Parking Facility as follows: - Monday to Saturday - after 6pm - Sunday - all day - Saturday - all day only at Burlington Avenue Lot #2 PHOENIX FELLOWSHIP DROP IN CENTRE meets Wednesday morning in the Parish Hall, following the 10am church service. Oct. 30: Halloween Pot Luck Lunch-Birthday Draw Nov. 6: S.A.L.T. Seminar on Abuse of Power of Attorney Every Wednesday: 10am - Holy Communion UPCOMING SERVICES Nov. 3: Nov. 10: ALL SOULS 8:15am Holy Communion 10:00am Holy Eucharist PENTECOST XXV 8:15am Holy Communion 10:00am Holy Eucharist The Church Office: Monday & Friday, 9:00am noon; Tuesday-Thursday 9:00am to 3:30pm (closed for Statutory holidays) Phone No. (905) Fax No. (905) Ontario Street, Burlington, Ontario L7S 1G1 St. Luke s office office@stlukesburlington.ca St. Luke s Web Site: Diocese of Niagara Web Site:

8 St. Luke s Breakfast Saturday, November 2 9 am Incite Single Moms Support Group Beth Hudson, the founder of Incite, will share how this local group supports single Moms & their children in our own community. Through open discussions, a mentor program & guest speakers, their weekly support meetings focus on healthy living mind, body & soul. Children s programmes focus on values and asset building, & offer enrichment activities, fun and fitness. Come to learn how they are making a difference & how perhaps you can too. Join us for a delicious breakfast & feed not only your body, but your mind & soul as well. Please sign up at coffee hour or call Carrie at by October 30th to reserve a place. Cost $7 paid in advance please OUR COAT DRIVE CONTINUES... We are collecting gently used (or new) winter coats, jackets, hats, scarves and gloves for all ages (no other clothing please). There will be a box in the Great Hall where you can leave your donations and they will be distributed to those who need them. Please be sure that they are in wearable condition i.e. clean, no broken zippers, missing buttons or tears. Thank you for helping us to help our neighbours Contact Sandra Tiernay:

9 ST. LUKE S CHRISTMAS MARKET To help with your decorating needs for the Advent & Christmas seasons we will have available for purchase beautiful Fresh New Brunswick 20 inch Double-sided Balsam Wreaths & Poinsettias in various colours, & sizes Please complete the order form on the back of this page & return to the conveners with payment after services on October 20 th, 27 th, and Nov. 2 nd Main pick-up will be on Friday Nov. 22 nd 2-8pm Also at the Christmas Market, Saturday, Nov 23 rd Thank you! Questions? Please contact: Sheila Gore Joanna Mauro Jane Milne Jackie Thompson PLEASE NOTE that payment is due at the time of ordering and can be made in either cash or by personal POSTDATED cheque payable to St. Luke s Church.