diocese of nova scotia and prince edward island anglican church of canada

diocese of nova scotia and prince edward island anglican church of canada

Worship Services Sunday Ser vices 8am Holy Eucharist Book of Common Prayer 9am Holy Eucharist Book of Alternative Services 10:30am Holy Eucharist Book of Alternative Services Special choral services and concerts are held on Sundays at 4 p.m. September through June. Please check our website for details Sunday Services at our Associate Parish of Falkland, St. James 10:30am Weekday Services at the Cathedral Tuesday 12:15pm Holy Eucharist Book of Common Prayer Wednesday 7:30am Holy Eucharist Book of Alternative Services Thursday 12:15pm Holy Eucharist Book of Alternative Services Friday 12:15pm Holy Eucharist Book of Common Prayer WELCOME to all who have come to worship at the Cathedral today. If you are visiting, please sign the Guest Book located near the main doors and make yourself known to the Greeters and our Clergy. We d like to meet you. As a Cathedral community, we acknowledge that we are in Mi kma ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi kmaq People. Communicants of All Christian churches are invited to receive communion at the Eucharist. Should you wish the option of a gluten free wafer, please let one of our Greeters know. Our Nursery is available at both our 9:00 and 10:30am services, as well as a children s corner with rocking chair in the right transept.

PRAYER REQUESTS Anglican Cycle of Prayer Kivu - (Rwanda) The Rt Revd Augustin Ahimana Our Diocese Maitland Stewiacke and Shubenacadie Archdeacon Glenn Eason, Priest-in-Charge, and Terry Lea 8AM HOLY COMMUNION Book of Common Prayer Preacher & Celebrant: Propers 99 Collect 95 Introit Psalm 33: 1-6 367 Gradual 80: 1-3 433 9AM HOLY COMMUNION THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT Book of Alternative Services Preacher & Celebrant Prelude Es ist ein Ros entsprungen Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Verses, 1, 2, 3) Bulletin p. 14 Welcome Opening Hymn CP 106 There s a Voice in the Wilderness Tune: Ascension First Reading: ZEPHANIAH 3:14-20 Canticle 3 Bulletin p. 7 Second Reading: PHILIPPIANS 4:4-7 Gradual Hymn CP 105 Where Jordan Cuts the Wilderness Tune: Morning song The Holy Gospel: LUKE 3:7-18 DECEMBER 16, 2018 3

The Homily The Nicene Creed 188 Prayers of the People Absolution The Peace 192 Offertory Hymn CP 101 Hail to the Lord s Anointed Tune: Crüger Dismissal Piano Postlude Piece for Piano Op. 3 No. 5 Richard Strauss (1864-1949) Please join us for Refreshments & Fellowship at the rear of the nave. Prayer over the Gifts Eucharistic Prayer The Lord s Prayer 211 The Breaking of the Bread Hymn during the Communion CP 94 Wait for the Lord, whose day is near. Wait for the Lord: be strong, take heart! Source: The Taizé Community Prayer after Communion Doxology The Blessing Closing Hymn CP 108 Hark, a Herald Voice Is Sounding Tune: Merton Welcome Opening Hymn CP 102 Prepare the Way, O Zion Hymn: CP 89 vv. 1,2,3, O Come, O Come, Emmanuel Bulletin p. 14 Please see insert for Children s Pageant The Peace Offertory Hymn CP 108 Hark, a Herald Voice is Sounding Prayer over the Gifts Bulletin p. 5 Eucharistic Prayer #2 196 DECEMBER 16, 2018 4

The Lord s Prayer 211 The Breaking of the Bread 212 Prayer after Communion Bulletin p. 5 Doxology 214 The Blessing Hymn CP 362 Tell Out, My Soul Dismissal 215 Organ Postlude Please join us for Refreshments & Fellowship at the rear of the nave. READINGS AT 9AM COLLECT God of power and mercy, you call us once again to celebrate the coming of your Son. Remove those things which hinder love of you, that when he comes, he may find us waiting in awe and wonder for him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. PRAYER OVER THE GIFTS God of hope, renew in us the joy of your salvation and make us a living sacrifice to you, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Merciful God, may this eucharist free us from our sins, fill us with unending joy, and prepare us for the birthday of our Saviour. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, who is Lord now and for ever. A READING FROM THE BOOK OF ZEPHANIAH Sing aloud, O daughter Zion; shout, O Israel! Rejoice and exult with all your heart, O daughter Jerusalem! The Lord has taken away the judgements against you, he has turned away your enemies. The king of Israel, the Lord, is in your midst; you shall fear disaster no more. On that day it shall be said to Jerusalem: Do not fear, O Zion; do not let your hands grow weak. The Lord, your God, is in your midst, a warrior who gives victory; he will rejoice over you with gladness, he will renew you in his love; he will exult over you with loud singing as on a day of festival. I will remove disaster from you, so that you will not bear reproach for it. I will deal with all your oppressors at that time. And I will save the lame and gather the outcast, and I will change their shame into praise and renown in all the earth. At that DECEMBER 16, 2018 5

time I will bring you home, at the time when I gather you; for I will make you renowned and praised among all the peoples of the earth, when I restore your fortunes before your eyes, says the Lord. ZEPHANIAH 3:14-20 A READING FROM THE LETTER OF PAUL TO THE PHILIPPIANS Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. PHILIPPIANS 4:4-7 THE HOLY GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST ACCORDING TO LUKE John said to the crowds that came out to be baptized by him, "You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? Bear fruits worthy of repentance. Do not begin to say to yourselves, 'We have Abraham as our ancestor'; for I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children to Abraham. Even now the ax is lying at the root of the trees; every tree therefore that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire." And the crowds asked him, "What then should we do?" In reply he said to them, "Whoever has two coats must share with anyone who has none; and whoever has food must do likewise." Even tax collectors came to be baptized, and they asked him, "Teacher, what should we do?" He said to them, "Collect no more than the amount prescribed for you." Soldiers also asked him, "And we, what should we do?" He said to them, "Do not extort money from anyone by threats or false accusation, and be satisfied with your wages." As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah, John answered all of them by saying, "I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fork is in his hand, to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into his granary; but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire." So, with many other exhortations, he proclaimed the good news to the people. LUKE 3:7-18 DECEMBER 16, 2018 6

CANTICLE 3 (Isaiah 12:2-6) Lutheran Chant No. 4 2 God is indeed my deliverer. I am confident and / unafraid;* for the Lord is my refuge and defence and has shown himself / my deliverer. 3 And so you shall draw wa-/ter with joy* from the springs / of deliverance. 4 You shall all say on that day: Give thanks to the Lord and invoke / him by name,* make his deeds known in the world around; declare that his / name is supreme. 5 Sing psalms to the Lord, for / he has triumphed,* and this must be made known in / all the world. 6 Cry out, shout aloud, you that / dwell in Zion,* for the Holy One of Israel is among / you in majesty. Bulletin Notices Christmas Memorials For inclusion in our Christmas bulletins, memorials must be received by Monday, December 17 th. Thank you for your cooperation.. DECEMBER 16, 2018 7

Sunday School news There is no programming Dec. 23; nursery open with parental supervision. 2019 Offering Envelopes 2019 Offering envelopes are available for pick up in the Cathedral. A Sincere Thank you Our congregation extends special words of gratitude for all the help given to care for the Pastoral mailing, and our recent issue of the Cathedral Cornerstone newsletter. -Kent Doe All Welcome for the Greening of the Cathedral today! When: Dec. 16 th Immediately following the 10.30am Service We will be hanging wreaths, draping garland and trimming the tree. Enjoy a light lunch as you admire your handiwork! Please use the sign up sheet by the Bulletin Boards if you would like to help. Canadian Church Calendars 2019 Be prepared for 2019 with the Canadian Church Calendar. Did you know that our own Cathedral is featured for the month of March 2019? The calendars are available at $5 (great deal!) after the 9:00 and 10:30 services on Sunday, or by contacting Cynthia (Ph: 902-429-5945; E-mails: cynthia.pilichos@ns.sympatico.ca or acw.nsboard@gmail.com) Thanks for Cathedral support of the White Ribbon Campaign While the White Ribbon Campaign and the accompanying international initiative, 16 days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign, are officially over, the importance of staying DECEMBER 16, 2018 8

alert to gender-based violence in any form remains; plus, one can wear the white ribbon year round! Amnesty International s annual, global, letter-writing campaign to support those whose basic human rights are being violated coincides with the concluding day of the White Ribbon Campaign, the United Nations International Human Rights Day (December 10) marking the anniversary of the presentation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It is significant that the focus of this year s letter-writing campaign was to honour specific women globally who are rising against injustice and the violation of basic human rights. These brave, courageous women face daunting obstacles. We uphold them in prayer. Reconnect with the Rev. Dawn Davis and learn about Revive WHEN: Friday, Dec. 21 9:30 a.m; WHERE: Synod Office, Halifax; WHO: Any clergy or lay leaders. Cathedral members will remember when the Rev. Canon Dr. Dawn Davis was an associate at our Cathedral. Dawn has gone on to do many great things since being with us (she has earned her doctorate and was recently appointed Faith Formation Coordinator in the Diocese of Niagara, ON). Dawn s most recent undertaking is the authorship of Revive, a discipleship program to help active lay leaders - wardens, property and finance officers, committee chairs, council members, church school teachers, youth ministers, pastoral visitors, and liturgical ministers - grow in confidence as spiritual leaders. Revive is about transformation through spiritual formation. The three-part leadership development series focuses on: 1. communicating with God (rediscovering prayer); 2. engaging in Scripture; and, 3. being called for Ministry. Revive is to be published by Forward Movement in January 2019. Come and be ahead of the publication date!! email lvaughn@nspeidiocese.ca or phone 902-420-0717, ext. 1169, by Dec. 20. DECEMBER 16, 2018 9

New Year s Day Levée 2019 - Archbishop Ron Cutler is pleased to extend an invitation to the Annual New Year s Day Eucharist at 10 am followed by a reception and Levée. Traditionally the Levée is hosted by our Cathedral Congregation and we are grateful for the many contributions of food and hospitality made each year by Cathedral members. We are also deeply indebted to Alice Jessop who for many years has coordinated this event. This year Alice retires from her duties with our thanks and deep appreciation. We hope that you will continue to support this event to welcome in the New Year. Signup sheets for food donations may be found at the entrance area of the Cathedral. We hope you can join us! Coffee Hosts We are in need Coffee Hosts. There is a sign-up sheet on the Greeters Table, and, as always, we would love to have new people on board. There are always store-bought cookies available so baking is not a requisite. For anyone who is unfamiliar with the kitchenette, there are old hands happy to partner with any newcomers who are interested and able to help. Please speak with Margie Cooper, Geraldine May, Kathie Swenson, or Sarah in the office, if you would like further information. On the Road to Bethlehem - Booklet of Advent Reflections 2018 at $5 each. Readings and Reflections for each day in Advent, prepared by the Oblates and Sisters of the Sisterhood of St. John the Divine Available after the 9:00 and 10:30 Eucharists from Cynthia (902-429-5945) or cynthia.pilichos@ns.sympatico.ca) or from the Anglican Church Women Office in the Anglican Diocesan Centre (902-406-8981 or acw.nsboard@gmail.com) DECEMBER 16, 2018 10

Thank You! The St. Catherine's ACW Group would like to thank all those who generously donated toys and knitted items for children and toiletries for teens at St. Mark's Ward 5. Your support of this annual outreach project is very much appreciated. A Shelter NS Christmas Gift Idea Purchase A Night s Rest card in a loved one s name for $35.50, and secure a night s rest for someone in need. A great gift for someone who s hard to buy for. Please purchase your gift at shelternovascotia.com Out of the Cold 2018 and 2019 The Outreach Committee on behalf of the Congregation of the Cathedral Church of All Saints has once again taken on the Ministry of supplying evening snacks to the Out of the Cold Shelter at St. Matthews Church, Barrington Street, Halifax. We will supply the snacks on each Tuesday for the months of December 2018, January, February, March, and April, 2019. These snacks are available to the guests who arrive at the Shelter at approximately 8p.m. each evening of the week. Our part in this Ministry is to deliver snacks on Tuesday of each month. A sign-up sheet and details of the food required and drop off instructions are set out on the sheet at the back of the Church. Our part is to prepare and deliver the items between the hours of 11a.m. and 3p.m. each Tuesday. The cost of the groceries that you purchase will be reimbursed by the Outreach Committee. (Please keep your grocery receipts so we will know how much is given to this Ministry) If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the Outreach Committee. Thank you for your assistance with this very important Ministry. DECEMBER 16, 2018 11

FOOD REQUIRED FOR THE SNACKS 1. 2. For delivery you go to St. Matthew s Church Hall, Barrington Street and enter by the Circus sign. Proceed down to the Brick Bldg. Ring the bell to the right and let them know you are delivering the snacks from The Cathedral Church of All Saints for Tuesday evening. Someone will receive the delivery. Thank you! Outreach to Infants One of our outreach projects is the Mother and Child support Programme at Phoenix House. Infant related items, baby food, formula, wipes, diapers etc. are always in need. Please consider bringing an item to the Nursery on Sundays in support of this program. Thank you! A gallery exhibit well worth seeing What? Mentor & Metalsmith: The silver art of Arthur Brecken & Wesley Harris. When? Until December 21, 2018, Tues.- Fri, 9 5; Sun, 11 4. Where? Mary E. Black Gallery, 1061 Marginal Road, Suite 140 (just beyond the Seaport Market). The exquisite body of work in this exhibit has toured across Canada. The individual pieces, rendered in silver and other metals, as well as gem stones, include jewellery, bowls, pitchers, spoons, tea sets, chalices, perfume bottles, letter openers, boxes, and purely decorative items. The artist, Wesley Harris, is expected to be at the Mary E. Black Gallery on December 21. He speaks of his late mentor, Arthur Brecken, the son of missionaries, with love and respect. DECEMBER 16, 2018 12

Services for Advent & Christmas Sunday, December 16 Advent 3 8am Holy Eucharist 9am Holy Eucharist 10:30am Children s Pageant Sunday, December 23 Advent 4 8am Holy Eucharist 9am Holy Eucharist 10:30am Holy Eucharist Monday, December 24 Christmas Eve 4pm 7pm 11pm Christmas Celebration with Holy Eucharist Holy Eucharist Holy Eucharist preceded by music for brass and organ at 10:30pm Tuesday, December 25 Christmas Day 10am Holy Eucharist Sunday, December 30 First Sunday after Christmas 8am Holy Eucharist 9am Holy Eucharist 10:30am Holy Eucharist 4pm A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols Tuesday, January 1 New Year s Day 10am Holy Eucharist followed by the Bishop s Levée until 1pm DECEMBER 16, 2018 13

The Third Sunday of Advent JOY Reader: We move from one task to another, from one responsibility to another. The holidays may wear us out with worries about preparations, about family relationships, about money, about presents! People: We are scattered and busy about too many things. Reader: We call out in our fatigue: People: Where is your joy, O God? Where is your gift of presence in our lives? Reader: We remind ourselves of St. Paul's ancient advice: "Celebrate God all day.revel in God! Help everyone see that the Master is about to arrive!... Don't fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God's wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It is wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life." (Philippians 4: 4-7, paraphrase) Let us light this third candle of Advent, a candle of Joy. (the pink candle is lit) In its light, let us turn our worries into prayers for God to be present to us right now, as we prepare for the coming of Christ. People May this candle of Advent Joy shine in our hearts all week to remind us to pray and praise and place Christ at the center this season. Amen. Song: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (verses 1-3) Hymn 89 DECEMBER 16, 2018 14

Todays Memorial Gifts are given in Loving Memory of the persons named below Wine & Hosts Mr. & Mrs. H.P. Chaddock from the Family. To make a memorial, please contact the Cathedral Office or sign-up on the bulletin board. Our People BISHOP The Most Revd Ron Cutler RECTOR & DEAN The Very Revd Paul Smith ASSOCIATE PRIEST & PRIEST IN CHARGE OF THE PARISH OF FALKLAND, ST. JAMES The Revd Dr Helen Ryding HONORARY ASSISTANTS The Revd Dr Davena Davis The Revd Ronald Harris The Revd Canon Fred Krieger The Revd Canon John Smith The Revd John Swain The Revd Canon Keirsten Wells DEACONS The Revd Heather MacEachern The Revd Ray Carter, TSSF The Revd Maggie Whittingham-Lamont SACRISTAN Maureen Yeats ORGANIST & CHOIR DIRECTOR Paul Halley 9 AM MUSIC MINIST RY Russ Hall ORGANIST EMERITUS Dr James Burchill ASSIST ANT T O THE ORGANIST Nicholas Halley CATHEDRAL WARDEN Jane Mitsiopoulos DEAN S WARDEN Dr Frank Lovely LICENSED LAY READERS William Black Blair MacEachern Heather Carter Margaret Withrow Susan Drain Maureen Yeats Patricia Fordham EUCHARISTIC MINIST ERS Andrew Black Mayann Francis Gordon Young Deborah Vandewater Murray Vandewater AST ST UDENT Shirley Cole VERGER Howard D Arcy DECEMBER 16, 2018 15

Welcome to the Cathedral Church of All Saints New Member Information Form 1. Please list the names of each family member in the space below: FAMILY SURNAME: NAMES: 2. Please give your mailing address and telephone number: 3, Email address check here for permission to add your e-mail address to our mailing list. You will receive a monthly listing of Cathedral events called Cathedral News Online and seasonal digital versions of the Cathedral Newsletter called Cornerstone. 4. Would like Offering Envelopes or are you interested in Automatic Offering? Envelopes: Yes No Automatic Offering Yes No If you would like a visit from our Clergy or Lay Person, please contact the Cathedral Office. Please complete and return on the collection plate or give to a sidesperson. Thank you! Contact Us or Visit our Website: cathedralchurchofallsaints.com Cathedral Church of All Saints Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island Anglican Church of Canada We are located at: 1330 Cat hedral Lane Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2Z1 902-423-6002 (tel) cathedralchurch@eastlink.ca (Office email) cathedraldean@eastlink.ca