September 29, 2019 St. Michael and All Angels
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September 29, 2019 St. Michael and All Angels Bless the Lord, all you his hosts, you ministers of his who do his will. Psalm 103:21
Transcript of September 29, 2019 St. Michael and All Angels
September 29, 2019
St. Michael and All Angels
Bless the Lord, all you his hosts, you ministers of his who do his will. Psalm 103:21
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Welcome to St Matthew’s!
St. Matthew’s is a vibrant Christian community that welcomes everyone, embraces inspiring worship and learning, and is committed to hospitality and loving service.
Join us on a journey as we SEEK and together DISCOVER a way to LIVE.
Newcomers and Visitors
Please visit our Welcome Table during coffee hour. We'd love to meet you!
We gather on the traditional territory of the Algonquin Nation
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The Holy Eucharist 8 a.m.
The order for this celebration is found in the Book of Alternative Services, beginning on p. 230.
The Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
Mass Setting Missa de Angelis Tone III
Prelude The Angelus Young
THE GATHERING OF THE COMMUNITY
Processional Hymn 320 Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones Lasst Uns Erfreuen
The children will continue their worship and exploration of the Word in the chapel. We will welcome them back to celebrate the Holy Eucharist with their families as we exchange the Peace.
Collect for Purity
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hidden. Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Gloria Rutter
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Collect of the Day
Eternal God, you have ordained and constituted in a wonderful order the ministries of angels and mortals. Grant that as your holy angels stand before you in heaven, so at your command they may help and defend us here on earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
THE PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD
First Reading Genesis 28: 10-17
Hear what the Spirit is saying to the church Thanks be to God
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Psalm 103: 19-22 Purcell The LORD has set his throne in heaven, and his kingship has dominion over all. Bless the LORD, you angels of his, you mighty ones who do his bidding, and hearken to the voice of his word. Bless the LORD, all you his hosts, you ministers of his who do his will. Bless the LORD, all you works of his, in all places of his dominion; bless the LORD, O my soul.
Second Reading Revelation 12: 7-12
Hear what the Spirit is saying to the church Thanks be to God
Gradual Hymn 325 Angel-Voices Ever Singing Angel-Voices
Gospel Acclamation
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The Holy Gospel John 1: 47-51
The Homily The Reverend Kevin Flynn
Silent Reflection
The Nicene Creed
Let us love one another so that with one mind we may confess: We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; He suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father. With the Father and the Son he is worshipped and glorified. He has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
The Prayers of the People
Confession and Absolution Dear friends in Christ, God is steadfast in love and infinite in mercy. He welcomes sinners and invites us to this Table. Let us confess our sins confident in God’s love and forgiveness.
Silence
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Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbours as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us, that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your name. Amen.
Almighty God have mercy upon you, pardon and deliver you from all your sins, confirm and strengthen you in all goodness and keep you in eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The children are welcomed back to celebrate the Holy Eucharist with their families and the community.
The Peace The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you
THE CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST
The Holy Eucharist is the sacred encounter for Christians with God’s total self-giving, a holy communion. Baptism is the sign and threshold in which we freely accept this gift, dying and rising to new life in Christ, anointed with the Holy Spirit. All who seek God are heartily welcomed to the waters of Baptism and so participate in the Holy Eucharist becoming “participants in the divine nature” (2 Peter 1:4). We live into our baptismal life in sharing the Eucharist, becoming the Eucharist. We are His body: taken, blessed, broken, and given for the life of the world. If you do not wish to receive the wine, know that receiving the bread alone is a full reception of communion. Please refrain from dipping the bread into the wine.
Healing Prayer
To the right of the pulpit members of our Prayer Team are gathering to offer prayers of healing or intercessions to anyone who wishes.
Offertory Hymn 370 Songs of Praise the Angels Sang Culbach
The Prayer over the Gifts God of glory, as you have appointed angels to minister in your presence, so may all our worship bring you worthy praise. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
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The Great Thanksgiving
Blessed are you gracious God, creator of heaven and earth……to proclaim the glory of your name.
Sanctus, Benedictus Tone III
Holy Holy Holy Lord God of Hosts, heaven and earth are full of thy glory. Glory be to thee, O Lord most high. Blessed is he that cometh in the names of the Lord: Hosanna in the highest. We give thanks to you, Lord our God…
and we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving…all honour and glory are yours, almighty
Father, now and forever
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The Lord's Prayer As our saviour taught us, let us pray:
The Breaking of the Bread
Creator of all, you gave us golden fields of wheat, whose many grains we have gathered and made into this one bread. So may your Church be gathered from the ends of the earth into your kingdom.
Behold what you are May we become what we receive.
The gifts of God for the People of God. Thanks be to God.
Agnus Dei Tone III
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, grant us peace.
Anthem When at night I go to sleep Humperdink
Motet Panis Angelicus Franck
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The angel's bread becomes the bread of humanity. The heavenly bread ends all symbols.
Oh, miraculous thing! The body of the Lord will nourish the poor and humble servant.
Prayer after Communion
Eternal God, you have fed us with the bread of angels. May we who come under their protection, like them, give you continual service and praise; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Glory to God, whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine. Glory to God from generation to generation, in the Church and in Christ Jesus, forever and ever. Amen.
Announcements
Blessing
The Dismissal
Recessional Hymn 323 Ye Holy Angels Bright Darwall
Postlude Trumpet Tune Young
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Worship Volunteers
8:00am: Cathy Simons 10am: Servers: Patrick Martin, Leslie Jones, Noah Hofstatter, Megan Hofstatter Readers: Marianne Bournes, Randi Goddard Prayers of the People: Ed O'Meara Communion Ministers: Randi Goddard, Cathy Simons, Patrick Martin, Pam Mackenzie, Brenda Hofstatter Prayer Support: Ed O'Meara, Lois Rumsey Sidesperson: Randi Goddard Greeters: Neville Nankivell, David Bournes Welcome Table: Janice Sonnen Altar Guild: Marianne Goodfellow, Mavis Hill, Debbie Mallalieu, Judy Billingsley, Marolynne Capstick Coffee: Dianne McCauley and Joy Hitsman
Weekly Services
Sunday: 8:00 am Holy Eucharist in the chapel Sunday: 10:00 am Choral Eucharist Sunday: 4:00 pm Choral Evensong 1st & 3rd Sunday Sept - June Wednesday: 11:30 am 2nd Wed. each month Eucharist & Lunch Thursday: 10:00 am Eucharist & Social Hour Rev. Gregor Sneddon 613 234-4024. After hours pastoral emergency: [email protected] Honorary Assistants: The Rev. Professor Kevin Flynn, The Rev. Canon Allen Box, The Most Rev. Barry Curtis. Director of Music and Organist: Kirkland Adsett (613 234-5482) [email protected] Children/ Youth Program Director: Aïcha Ducharme-Leblanc Wardens: Peggy Nankivell 613 230-8669, John McBride 613 371-4997, Rick Trites 819-665-8910, Julia Lipinska 613-565-6017
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Announcements Sept 30 Meditation Group cancelled Oct 5 Ride for Refugees
Oct 6 Blessing of Pets Oct 6 Centretown Emergency Food Centre Walkathon
Oct 15 Bereavement Course
Oct 19 Treasures Auction
Blessing of Pets! Next Sunday, October 6th, we will be celebrating the Feast of St Francis of Assisi and the blessing of pets. Please bring your favourite non-human companion for a blessing. Ride for Refugees - The Ride for Refugees will take place on October 5, 2019. Cyclists and walkers will leave Andrew Hayden Park and walk 5 km or bike 10, 25, or 50. We have a PWRDF team, and a Cathedral team raising funds for PWRDF. If you can walk, ride, or volunteer, we'd love to have you participate. If you'd like to donate, that's wonderful too. Find the Ride and all the details at at https://rideforrefuge.org/location/ottawa or directly ot the PWRDF Ottawa fundraising page at https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=875091 Conversations - A new series of "Conversations " will begin on Sunday Sept. 29th with a new focus. Everyone is invited to join us for a relaxed, informal, hopefully always interesting, and maybe even helpful reflection on the Christian Faith and living it in our 21st c. world. With the leadership of Archbishop Barry Curtis we will meet in the lower hall each Sunday at nine o'clock for 50 minutes between the early and mid-morning services. Come and join fellow parishioners as together we explore the Faith and Christian Life. Bereavement Course - A bereavement course will be held Tuesday afternoon 1:30 to 4 pm October 15, 22, 29 and November 12 at St. Thomas Alta Vista. Parishioners of Central Deanery churches are welcome to attend. The course leader will be Rita Myres, MSW,RSW. A registration fee of $40 is payable by October 1 to the course leader, Rita Myres, 204 Compton, Ottawa, K2B 5A9. Parishioners and Members of the Pastoral Care team are invited to contact Mollie Stokes if interested. [email protected] Centretown Emergency Food Centre Walkathon - A Walkathon is scheduled for October 6 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. This scenic and refreshing walk around Parliament Hill, the Ottawa River and canal begins and ends at City Hall in Jean Pigott Place. At 2:00 pm our City Councillor will launch the Walk lead by a Kilted Piper. We are in need of volunteers for registration and walk
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marshals. If you would like to support the walk in this way, please contact Elizabeth Kent at 613 276- 8128.
St. Matthew's Treasures Auction - Sat. Oct. 19, 11am to 5pm. Please visit our website to preregister for the auction so that your auction package is ready for you when you arrive on the 19th. To see photos of some of the contributions we have received, including art and stays at vacation properties, please visit www.stmatthewsottawa.ca. Thank you to all who have contributed to this event. Looking forward to seeing you on the day of the auction as a shopper, volunteer or browser!
Meditation Groups - will resume in the chapel on September 9th at 7:15 pm with Fr. Kevin Flynn and Wednesday September 11th at 12:15 pm with Sue Rayner. In our new series of talks, Father Laurence OSB, Director of the World Community for Meditation, speaks about Holiness. "Meditation is a simple daily discipline that immerses us in the holiness of the indwelling Christ and brings us to new depth and meaning in all our other forms of prayer and our reading of scripture." Newcomers are welcome. For more information, please call Sue at 613-233-8380. Piano Campaign - St Matthew's is inviting music lovers to help the church purchase a beautifully restored Yamaha 6’4” Grand piano to be used for musical events, concerts and church services. The cost to purchase the piano, rented last year for the spring concert and admired for its superb sound, will be $25,000. Individuals or groups can sponsor piano keys or strings. Key Sponsorships are $250 and string sponsorships are $50. Payment can be made by PayPal at www.stmatthewsottawa.ca, or by cheque, cash or by credit/debit card at the office. All donations are tax receiptable. For information, or to book a specific key, please contact Kirkland Adsett ([email protected]) or Peggy Nankivell ([email protected]). Request for Cornerstone Donations - The Cornerstone women’s shelter provides for the basic needs for up to 63 women every day. Below, you’ll find a list of needs which will enable the shelter to make Ottawa a better place for women who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. * New or gently used blankets (twin size only please); new or gently used twin bed sheets; towels and facecloths; new toiletries such as shampoo; conditioner, body wash; deodorant; hairbrushes; combs; new underwear; bras; socks; pajamas and slippers. You may put donations in the basket marked Cornerstone at the back of the church. If you have any questions please contact Pam Mackenzie at [email protected] or 613 695-2808. Holy Eucharist and Community luncheon—Please join us the 2nd Wednesday of each month for sacrament, fellowship, fun and food. 11:30 in the Church for Eucharist and hymns followed by luncheon in the main hall. Next Service & Lunch - Wednesday, October 9, 2019.
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Drives needed - Are you willing to drive someone to church on occasion? We need volunteers who would be willing to drive people to Eucharist and Community Lunch on the second Wednesday of the month, as well as to other services. Please call Mollie Stokes at 613 224 2709 if you are able to help. Sunday School - The Sunday school is kindly asking for any donations of clean toys, stuffed animals, and games that could be put in the Sunday school classroom or nursery space. If you have something you'd like to donate please email Aïcha ([email protected]) or drop it off at the Church office. Come Sing with Us! - St. Matthew’s Parish Choir is looking for new members of all ages and voice parts, both children and adults; sopranos, altos, tenors and basses. Invite your friends. Non-parishioners are also welcome. If you are interested, Kirk looks forward to hearing from you. 613.234.5482 or [email protected]
