Welcome EASTER DAY Sunday 1 April 2018 LECTIO DIVINA takes place today at 8.45am in the Library. An informal opportunity to reflect on scripture together in a contemplative way. SUNDAY SCHOOL takes a break and will return on Sunday 15 April. There is a DIY crèche in the Exhibition Room (next to the Library) for under 3s. HYMN BOOKS For services in the Nave, hymn books and Books of Common Prayer can be found behind the kneeler on the seat in front of you. COFFEE AND FELLOWSHIP The team in Seasons are taking a well earned break today. The café will be open next Sunday as usual. GIVING Regular worshippers are asked to join the Planned Giving Scheme. For more information please ask a Steward. Visitors and UK taxpayers are asked to use the Gift Aid envelope for their offering towards the work and worship of the Cathedral. Please complete the details on the envelope to enable us to claim back the tax as Gift Aid. COMMUNITY If you have been worshipping here for a little while, and are beginning to feel at home and would like to know more about playing your part in the life of this community, please get in touch via welcome@guildfordcathedral.org. If you have been a regular at the Cathedral for six months or more, please ensure that your name is added to the Cathedral Community Roll forms available from the Stewards. NEWS SHEETS The last six editions can be viewed from the website https://www.guildford-cathedral.org/news www.guildford-cathedral.org 01483 547860 reception@guildford-cathedral.org
TODAY S SERVICES 8am Holy Communion PRESIDENT Canon Julie Gittoes READINGS Acts 10.34-43; Mark 16.1-8 9.45 am Festival Eucharist PRESIDENT The Right Reverend Andrew Watson SETTING Messe Solennelle, Jean Langlais (1907-1991) HYMN 137 COLLECT Lord of all life and power, who through the mighty resurrection of your Son overcame the old order of sin and death to make all things new in him: grant that we, being dead to sin and alive to you in Jesus Christ, may reign with him in glory; to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be praise and honour, glory and might, now and in all eternity. Amen OLD TESTAMENT READING Isaiah 25.6-9 read by Donald Thompson On this mountain the Lord of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-matured wines, of rich food filled with marrow, of well-matured wines strained clear. And he will destroy on this mountain the shroud that is cast over all peoples, the sheet that is spread over all nations; he will swallow up death for ever. Then the Lord God will wipe away the tears from all faces, and the disgrace of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the Lord has spoken. It will be said on that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, so that he might save us. This is the Lord for whom we have waited; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation.
PSALM 118.1-2, 14-24 O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his mercy endures for ever. Let Israel now proclaim, His mercy endures for ever. The Lord is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation. Joyful shouts of salvation sound from the tents of the righteous: The right hand of the Lord does mighty deeds; the right hand of the Lord raises up; the right hand of the Lord does mighty deeds. Response I shall not die, but live and declare the works of the Lord. The Lord has punished me sorely, but he has not given me over to death. Response Open to me the gates of righteousness, that I may enter and give thanks to the Lord. This is the gate of the Lord; the righteous shall enter through it. I will give thanks to you, for you have answered me and have become my salvation. Response The stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone. This is the Lord s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes. This is the day that the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Response NEW TESTAMENT READING Acts 10.34-43 read by Marion Roberts Then Peter began to speak to them: I truly understand that God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him. You know the message he sent to the people of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ - he is Lord of all. That message spread throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John announced: 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. 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; but God raised him on the third day and allowed him to appear, 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. 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. All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name. GOSPEL READING Mark 16.1-8 Choir Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. All Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Choir Today the Saviour triumphs over death, bursts the grave, and opens to us the gate of eternal life. All Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Hear the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. They had been saying to one another, Who will roll away the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb? When they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had already been rolled back. As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man, dressed in a white robe, sitting on the right side; and they were alarmed. But he said to them, Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised; he is not here. Look, there is the place they laid him. But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him, just as he told you. So they went out and fled from the tomb, for terror and amazement had seized them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid. This is the Gospel of the Lord.
SERMON The Very Reverend Dianna Gwilliams HYMN 398 MOTET Christ rising again, William Byrd (1540-1623) Christ rising again from the dead now dieth not. Death from henceforth hath no power upon him. For in that he died, he died but once to put away sin, but in that he liveth, he liveth unto God. And so likewise count yourselves dead unto sin but living unto God, in Christ Jesus our Lord. Christ is risen again, the first fruits of them that sleep. For seeing that by man came death, by man also cometh the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all men do die, so by Christ shall all men be restored to life. text: Romans 6.9-11; 1 Corinthians 15.20-22 POST COMMUNION PRAYER God of Life, who for our redemption gave your only-begotten Son to the death of the cross, and by his glorious resurrection have delivered us from the power of our enemy: grant us so to die daily to sin, that we may evermore live with him in the joy of his risen life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. HYMN 160 ORGAN Fête, Jean Langlais (1907-1991) 11.30am Choral Mattins HYMNS 162, 157 PSALM 114 RESPONSES Bernard Rose (b. 1960) TE DEUM Collegium Regale, Herbert Howells (1892-1983) READINGS Genesis 1.1-5, 26-end; 2 Corinthians 5.14-6.2 ANTHEM Rise, heart (Five Mystical Songs - Easter), R.V. Williams (1872-1958) Rise, heart; thy Lord is risen. Sing his praise without delays, Who takes thee by the hand, that thou likewise with him may'st rise; That, as his death calcined thee to dust, his life may make thee gold, and much more, just.
Awake, my lute, and struggle for thy part with all thy art. The Cross taught all wood to resound his name, who bore the same. His stretched sinews taught all strings, what key is the best to celebrate this most high day. Consort both heart and lute, and twist a song pleasant and long; or since all music is but three parts vied and multiplied, O let thy blessed Spirit bear a part, and make up our defects with his sweet art. HOMILY Canon Julie Gittoes ORGAN St Albinus, Philip Moore (b. 1943) 6.00pm Festival Evensong Please see separate order of service PRAYERS Those for whom prayers have been asked: Karen Beaumont, Ben Edwards, Noreen Eldridge, Jenny Ellis, Ineke Geusebrook, Lyn Gray, Derek Head, Joan Hughes, Robert Pearson, David Pennant, Margaret, Mark Wardell, Mary Ann Michael Those who have died: Tony Brown, Colin Greig, Enid Mellor, Peter Moorse THIS WEEK S SERVICES MONDAY 2 Monday of Easter Week 8.40 Morning Prayer (said) Lady Chapel 9.00 Holy Communion (said) Lady Chapel 17.00 Evening Prayer (said) Lady Chapel TUESDAY 3 Tuesday of Easter Week 8.00 Morning Prayer (said) Lady Chapel 8.30 Holy Communion (said) Lady Chapel 11.00 Mothers Union Pilgrimage of Prayer (Lady Chapel) 17.30 Evening Prayer (said) Lady Chapel WEDNESDAY 4 Wednesday of Easter Week 8.00 Morning Prayer (said) Lady Chapel 8.30 Holy Communion (said) Lady Chapel 17.30 Evening Prayer (said) Lady Chapel
THURSDAY 5 Thursday of Easter Week 8.00 Morning Prayer (said) Lady Chapel 8.30 Holy Communion (said) Lady Chapel 17.30 Evening Prayer (said) Lady Chapel FRIDAY 6 Friday of Easter Week 8.00 Morning Prayer (said) Lady Chapel 8.30 Holy Communion (said) Lady Chapel 17.30 Evening Prayer (said) Lady Chapel SATURDAY 7 Saturday of Easter Week 8.40 Morning Prayer (said) Lady Chapel 9.00 Eucharist of Wholeness and Healing (said) Lady Chapel 17.00 Evening Prayer (said) Lady Chapel NEXT SUNDAY 8 April The Second Sunday of Easter 8.00 Holy Communion Lady Chapel PRESIDENT The Reverend Neil Vigers READINGS Exodus 14.10-end, 15.20-21; John 20.19-end 9.45 The Cathedral Eucharist PRESIDENT The Very Reverend Dianna Gwilliams PREACHER Canon Julie Gittoes READINGS Exodus 14.10-end, 15.20-21; Acts 4.32-35; John 20.19-end 18.00 Choral Evensong First Evensong of the Annunciation PREACHER The Very Reverend Dianna Gwilliams READINGS Genesis 3.8-15; Galatians 4.1-5 THIS WEEK S MEETINGS AND EVENTS TODAY SUNDAY 8.45 Lectio Divina (Library) WEDNESDAY 4 10.00 Family Activity Day 18.30 Preview Evening for Meditations THURSDAY 5 11.00 Scheduled Guided Tour
FRIDAY 6 11.00 Parish Plate Return (Treasury) SATURDAY 7 11.00 Scheduled Guided Tour 2.00 and 3.15 Tower Tour 19.30 Concert - Wimbledon Choral Society (Dvorak Te Deum, Elgar Music Makers, Dvorak 8th Symphony) NOTICEBOARD Easter Opening Hours The Cathedral remains open for visits, tours as well as for quiet prayer and reflection at this holy season. The Cathedral Shop and Seasons Café will be closed on Easter Day and Easter Monday. Easter Lilies Thank you for your kind donations towards the cost of the Easter Lilies in memory of loved ones. A big thank you to Sue Howland, Rachel Impey and Elaine Brown for creating such beautiful arrangements. Easter Family Activity Day Wednesday 4 April, 10am 12.30am Calling all families to celebrate Easter in the Nave! Everyone is invited to a fun packed morning of free Easter themed activities including treasure hunt and creative crafting, with free decorating of Easter biscuits in Season s restaurant and café. Enquiries to louise@guildford-cathedral.org Art Exhibition Ashley Howard Ceramics 1 April to 17 May Guildford Cathedral is hosting an exhibition by the renowned ceramic artist, based at the University of the Creative Arts in Farnham, Ashley Howard entitled Mediations (a project funded by an Arts Council Grant). Rather than competing with the scale of the cathedral, Howard has created a series of sealed urns and one vessels, decorated with flashes of colour. He invites us to meditate on our hopes and memories as we pause and pay attention to the beauty of small things. In his own words, theses stations of Meditations is about exploring space within space and the experience of specific spaces - and the resulting spiritual contemplation- something that is both intimate and immense. Further information is available from Canon Julie (who contributed an essays to the catalogue) or at www.ashleyhoward.co.uk
Wholeness and Healing - Saturday 7 April Since the early days of the Church, human touch and anointing with oil have played an important role in worship and pastoral care, symbolising both comfort and healing. The next Eucharist of Wholeness and Healing is Saturday 3 March. You may like prayer for yourself or for another. There is no need to say what the need is God knows our hearts. All are welcome. The service is in the Lady Chapel and begins at 9.00am and lasts about 40 minutes. Foodbank and No 5 Project Sunday 8 April The Foodbank and the No 5 Project thank the Cathedral congregation for their generous donations in March. For our next collection the Foodbank has asked for: plain and self raising flour, puddings, toilet rolls,deodorant, liquid detergent and fabric softener. Any fresh food donated will be delivered to the No 5 Project SAVE THE DATE Sunday 13 May Annual Congregational Meeting This will take place after the Cathedral Eucharist. During the meeting elections will take place to Guildford Deanery Synod, Chapter and Cathedral Council. Open House 4pm to 6pm All welcome to participate in an afternoon of music, art, children s activity, talks and displays. Songs of Celebration 6pm A service of music and readings in celebration and thanksgiving to mark the conclusion of The People s Cathedral project. Further information is on the Cathedral website. Friends of Guildford Cathedral The Spring mailing has been sent out. If you think you should have received it and haven t please can you contact the Secretary, Lisa Hatherall in order to update your contact details. 01483 547 860 or friends@guildford-cathedral.org Coins Scheme The Cathedral operates a Foreign Coins scheme to help with fund raising. We welcome donations of notes and coins from any country, any age - current or obsolete. Against a donation these are then taken by holidaymakers and business people across the world, or exchanged at foreign banks. We have raised 16,845 over 11 years. Your help and support would be much appreciated. Gifts may be left with the Sacristy or Office.
Come and enjoy a Tour You may be very familiar with the Cathedral but have you ever taken a Guided Tour or a Tower Tour? Our experienced and friendly Guides provide regular scheduled tours and tickets for these can be obtained from the Cathedral Shop on the day or booked on-line through the website. There are also self-guided tours which focus on particular aspects of our wonderful building including a selfguided pilgrimage. For children there are new trails, including Hidden Animals and Explorer Bags to help them find them. Our Tower Tours take place on Saturdays at 2pm and 3.15pm. Climb the 249 steps and be rewarded with the best view in Surrey. Tickets for Tower Tours can be booked on-line and there will sometimes be some available on the day from the Cathedral Shop. Details at www.guildford-cathedral.org/visit/tours/schedule.
CONTACTS The Cathedral Office is usually open for callers from 9 am to 1 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 01483 547 860 reception@guildford-cathedral.org The Dean s PA (including contact details for the clergy) 01483 547 862 deanspa@guildford-cathedral.org To contact a priest in an emergency please phone Emma Law 01483 547 862 (Monday to Friday) or Virgers (Saturday, Sunday and holidays) 01483 547 877 or 07854 564 490 Cathedral Clergy The Very Reverend Dianna Gwilliams (o) 01483 547 862 (h) 01483 565 258 The Venerable Stuart Beake (h) 01483 893 981 The Reverend Canon Dr Andrew Bishop (h) 01483 573 805 (m) 07891 994 069 The Reverend Canon Dr Julie Gittoes (o) 01483 547 863 (m) 07702 151 173 The Reverend Canon Dr Paul Smith (o) 01483 547 865 (h) 01483 562 378 The Reverend Canon Mavis Wilson (h) 01483 808 097 (m) 07940 846 043 Cathedral Reader Mr John Mitchell (h) 01483 715459 Sermon blogs Canon Julie s and Canon Andrew s sermons can be found on their blogs, http://juliegittoes.blogspot.co.uk and https://canonandrewb.blogspot.co.uk