HOLY TRINITY KEW Anglican Church of Australia
5TH SUNDAY IN LENT March 25, 2012 Holy Communion 8am Welcome to HOLY TRINITY, where services have been held, in this church, since 1863. We pray that you will feel the presence of God and know his blessings in your life YOU ARE INVITED TO BREAKFAST IN THE JUBILEE HALL AFTER TODAY’S SERVICE. Crèche Area: is in the transept near the pulpit. Parents and children are welcome to enter by the church aisle or by the side door.
SERVICES AT HOLY TRINITY WEDNESDAY 11.00am – Holy Communion SATURDAY 6.00pm – Holy Communion SUNDAY 8.00am & 10.00am – Holy Communion Family ministry: Sunday 10.00am in hall (in church on 1st Sunday) Morning Prayer: 9.00am Wednesday-Saturday The Noon Hour: 12 noon - 1.00pm Tuesday to Thursday Healing Service: 11.30am, 4th Sunday At Trinity Grammar School Chapel: Sunday 週日中英文10.30am – English Service 週日中英文
Greeting:
The Lord be with you. AND ALSO WITH YOU.
(see Ruth 2:4)
Sentence: ‘This is the covenant I will make with them,’ says the Lord God: ‘I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God and they shall be my people.’ Jeremiah 31.33 Prayer of Preparation: As we gather as God's people let us pray together: Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom 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. The minister reads aloud the commandments. Hear the commandments which God gave his people Israel. 1 I am the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of slavery; you shall have no other gods but me. 2 You shall not make for yourself a graven image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is on the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth; you shall not bow down to them or serve them. 3 You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. 4 Remember the sabbath day to keep it holy. Six days shall you labour and do all you have to do, but the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord your God. 5 Honour your father and your mother. 6 You shall do no murder. 7 You shall not commit adultery. 8 You shall not steal. 9 You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour. 10 You shall not covet anything that is your neighbour’s. Response: Lord, have mercy on us: and write your law in our hearts by your Holy Spirit. 2
Kyrie eleison: Lord have mercy: Christ have mercy: Lord have mercy:
R/: Lord have mercy R/: Christ have mercy R/: Lord have mercy
Prayer of the Day O God, our Redeemer, in our weakness we have failed to be your messengers of forgiveness and hope: renew us by your Holy Spirit, that we may follow your commands and proclaim your reign of love; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD Readings from 'New Revised Standard Version' (NRSV) First Reading: Jeremiah 31.31-34 31 The days are surely coming, says the LORD, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. 32It will not be like the covenant that I made with their ancestors when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt—a covenant that they broke, though I was their husband, says the LORD. 33But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the LORD: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. 34No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, “Know the LORD,” for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, says the LORD; for I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more. Response: Hear the word of the Lord, THANKS BE TO GOD 3
Psalm 119.9-16 9 How shall the young keep their path pure: unless they hold to your word? 10 I have sought you with my whole heart: let me not stray from your commandments. 11 I have treasured your words in my heart: that I might not sin against you. 12 Blessed are you, Lord God: O teach me your statutes. 13 With my lips I have been telling: all the judgements of your mouth; 14 And I find more joy in the way of your commands: than in all manner of riches. 15 I will meditate on your precepts: and give heed to your ways; 16 For my delight is wholly in your statutes: and I will not forget your word. Second Reading: Hebrews 5.5-14 5 So also Christ did not glorify himself in becoming a high priest, but was appointed by the one who said to him, “You are my Son, today I have begotten you”; 6as he says also in another place, “You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.” 7In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to the one who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission. 8Although he was a Son, he learned obedience through what he suffered; 9and having been made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him, 10 having been designated by God a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek. 11About this we have much to say that is hard to explain, since you have become dull in understanding. 12For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the basic elements of the oracles of God. You need milk, not solid food;13for everyone who lives on milk, being still an infant, is unskilled in the word of righteousness. 14But solid food is for the mature, for those whose faculties have been trained by practice to distinguish good from evil. Response: Hear the word of the Lord, THANKS BE TO GOD 4
We stand for the reading of the Holy Gospel as a sign of respect as we greet our Lord who is present in His Holy Word.
The Lord be with you AND ALSO WITH YOU The gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Saint John chapter 12 beginning at the 20th verse. GLORY TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST. 20
Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. 21They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” 22Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. 23Jesus answered them, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. 25Those who love their life lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. 26Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me, the Father will honour. 27 “Now my soul is troubled. And what should I say—‘Father, save me from this hour’? No, it is for this reason that I have come to this hour.28Father, glorify your name.” Then a voice came from heaven, “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.” 29The crowd standing there heard it and said that it was thunder. Others said, “An angel has spoken to him.” 30Jesus answered, “This voice has come for your sake, not for mine. 31Now is the judgment of this world; now the ruler of this world will be driven out. 32And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” 33He said this to indicate the kind of death he was to die. Gospel Response: This is the gospel of the Lord, PRAISE TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST.
SERMON
followed by a short time for reflection 5
The Nicene Creed Let us together affirm the faith of the Church. 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, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary and became truly human. 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 and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshipped and glorified, who 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.
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THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Let us pray for all people and for the Church throughout the world. Each petition of intercession or thanksgiving concludes with, Lord in your mercy, HEAR OUR PRAYER.
We pray for: We pray for all who work for peace and justice. We pray for: Church of Ireland; The Diocese of The Northern Territory; Benetas; St Marks’ Fitzroy; St John's Bentleigh – 50th anniversary; St Martin’s Belgrave Heights; St Luke's Sydenham – Confirmation; All Saints East St Kilda; and our Bishops Philip and Barbara. We pray for those in need, and for those who care for them: Liz Ashe, Peter H, Margaret B, Joan W, Murray C, Margaret Y, Judy S, Enid B, Miriam A, Robert D, Mia C, Jan T, Ray C, Peter Hs and those we remember in our own hearts and prayers. We pray for the members of Holy Trinity not able to worship with us, Jean S, Lowan A, Ren C, Jack L, John H, Nancy K, Margaret D, Hilary & Bill H, Joyce L, Elisabeth D, Lorna M, Jean D and Gwlad W and all who care for them. We remember before God with thanksgiving the lives of Mavis Gamble (2008) and Freddie Righton (1976) as we come to the anniversary of their entry into your nearer presence. Almighty God, you have promised to hear our prayers. Grant that what we have asked in faith We may by your grace receive, Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Jesus said: A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you. John 13.34 [Let us pray] We do not presume to come to your table, merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in your manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under your table. But you are the same Lord whose nature is always to have mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of your dear Son Jesus Christ, and to drink his blood, that we may evermore dwell in him, and he in us. Amen. The Confession Let us confess our sins in penitence and faith, confident in God's forgiveness. Merciful God, our maker and our judge, we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, and in what we have failed to do: we have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbours as ourselves; we repent, and are sorry for all our sins. Father, forgive us. Strengthen us to love and obey you in newness of life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Absolution
[Celebrant]
Almighty God, who has promised forgiveness to all who turn to him in faith: pardon you and set you free from all your sins, strengthen you in all goodness and keep you in eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE GREETING OF PEACE (all stand) [Celebrant]
We are the body of Christ. His Spirit is with us. The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
[A greeting of peace is exchanged with those around us] Offertory Prayer: Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation. Through your goodness we have these gifts to share. Accept and use our offerings for your glory and for the service of your kingdom. BLESSED BE GOD FOR EVER.
THE PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING Priest: People: Priest: People: Priest: People: Priest:
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts: We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise... ... for ever praising you and saying: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. 9
Priest: People:
.‌ do this as often as you drink it in remembrance of me. Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
Priest: People:
‌.. in songs of never ending praise. Blessing and honour and glory and power are yours for ever and ever. Amen. Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen.
THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD AND THE COMMUNION {Celebrant} We break this bread to share in the body of Christ. We who are many are one body, For we all share in the one bread. Agnus Dei We pray together: Jesus, Lamb of God, have mercy on us. Jesus, bearer of our sins, have mercy on us. Jesus, redeemer of the world, grant us your peace. 10
Come let us take this holy sacrament of the body and blood of Christ in remembrance that he died for us, and feed on him in our hearts by faith with thanksgiving. Baptised Christians who receive communion in their own church are invited to share communion with us. Communion wine may be received: (a) from the common cup from the first of the two Eucharistic Assistants. (b) by intinction from the second of the Eucharistic Assistants where a small part of the wafer is carefully dipped in the wine, or (c) from an individual glass on request from the first Eucharistic Assistant. Or you may choose to receive the wafer only (Communion in one kind).
THE SENDING OUT OF GOD'S PEOPLE Post Communion Prayer Prayer of self-offering Father, we offer ourselves to you as a living sacrifice through Jesus Christ our Lord. Send us out in the power of your Spirit to live and work to your praise and glory. AMEN
Blessing
Dismissal
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord: IN THE NAME OF CHRIST. AMEN 11
Readings for 8am Sunday, April 1, PALM SUNDAY 2012 Opening Gospel John 12:12-16 1st Reading Isaiah 50:4-9a nd 2 Reading Philippians 2:5-11
Psalm 31:9-18 Gospel Mark 14:22-31
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GENERAL NOTICES
Memorial Flowers: the High Altar flowers are given In Memory of Freddie Righton by Margaret. Birthday: Sumitra Wickramasinghe (last Friday) Passover meal: will be held on Maundy Thursday (5th April) at 6pm in the Jubilee Hall. If wishing to attend please place your name on the list at the back of church. The meal touches on some of the elements of the Jewish Passover and provides a background to the events of Good Friday and Easter. For those wishing to help with catering a list of foods to be provided is also at the back of church. Mothers Union: Those attending the Lady Day service at St Paul's Cathedral at 10.30am on Monday 26th March are invited to meet at the church at 9.30am and travel together on the tram. Stephen’s New York Organ Tour Fundraising Concert Will be on next Sunday, April 1st at 2pm. Come and hear plenty of great pipeorgan sounds including works to be performed in New York and help Stephen on his way! - Entry by Donation.
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Services for Holy Week and Easter – 2012 1st April, Palm Sunday:
8am: Holy Communion (BCP). 10am: Sung Holy Communion. (10.30am Cross cultural service at TGS chapel - service in English )
3rd April, Tuesday:
7pm: Stations of the cross 8pm: Holy Communion.
4th April, Wednesday:
11am: Holy Communion 7pm: Stations of the cross 8pm: Holy Communion.
5th April, Maundy Thursday:
6pm: Passover style meal. 8pm: Holy Communion with washing of the feet.
6th April, GOOD FRIDAY:
8am: Stations of the Cross 9am: Good Friday service. (10.45am: Ecumenical Service in Petrie Square)
7th April, EASTER EVE:
5pm: Children’s service. 8pm: Easter Vigil with renewal of baptismal vows.
8th April, EASTER DAY:
8am: Holy Communion. 10am: Sung Holy Communion. (10.30am Cross cultural service at TGS chapel - service in English )
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ROSTERS Roster Duty 6pm Sat Celebrant ALM 8am Sun Welcomer Reader Intercessor Euch Assist Server ALM Celebrant Preacher Breakfast
This Week 25/3/2012
Next Week 1/4/2012
The Rev'd Roy Stanley
The Rev'd Dr H. Granowski
David Harkin & Irene Shorthouse David Harkin
Marilyn Frood & Barbara Thomson Chris & Merrilyn Beeny (March – December) BCP Irene Shorthouse David Harkin Dinesh Warnakulasuriya
Leonie Bird Diana Cerini Carol Fraser The Rev'd Dr Helen Granowski The Rev'd Roy Stanley Marilyn Frood and Nancy Sturgess
The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Alan & Nell Eddy
10am Sun Welcomer Reader Intercessor Euch Assist Server ALM Officiant Preacher Transport Morning Tea Counters
Elaine Hutchinson, Jan Todd Janice Lucas & & Nola Scott Carol Fraser Nick Leicester & Families Julie-Ann Barnes Jane Sullivan Families Elaine Hutchinson Joan Brooking Don & Joy Watkinson Jane Sullivan Jane Sullivan Pam Hughes The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Ros St Flour Rosemary Nairn Bruce Chisholm Tim & Rosemary Sewell Elaine Hutchinson & Barbara Thomson Robert and Marilyn Frood Rosemary Nairn & Carol Fraser 15
Holy Trinity Church Directory www.holytrinitykew.org.au PO Box 37, Kew 3101 Ph: (03) 9853 7158
251 High St (cnr Pakington St), Kew 3101 Email: office@holytrinitykew.org.au
Ministry Team and Church Officers: Vicar: The Rev’d Roy Stanley, (03) 9853 7132; 0408 012 165 vicar@holytrinitykew.org.au Assistant Priest: The Rev’d Jessica Cheung 0403 380 837 revjcheung@yahoo.com Family Minister: Ros St Flour, 0411 349938 htkfamilyministry@yahoo.com.au Parish Chaplain: Pam Hughes, 9848 7738 Honorary Associate Clergy: The Rev Dr Norman Curry, The Rev Dr Helen Granowski Authorised Lay Ministers: Leonie Bird, Jane Sullivan, Joy Watkinson. Churchwardens: David Harkin, Barbara Thomson, Robert Frood Vestry members: John Carmichael, Carol Fraser, Rick Nicholson, Beth Bailey, Diane Leist, Blake Shorthouse (Treasurer), Tim Sewell, Alan Wilson. Wedding enquiries: Susan Baker – contact through church website weddings page.
Music Team Director of Music: Stephen Kerr, 0422 524 574; music@holytrinitykew.org.au Associate Organist: Ian Tyler Assistant Organist: Anthony Carr
Parish Diary Mar DAY 25 Sun 26 Mon 28 Wed
31 Sat
Apr 1 Sun
TIME 11:30am 10:30am 1:30pm 6pm 7:30pm 9-12 2pm
EVENT Monthly healing service Lady Day service at St Paul’s Cathedral Lent daytime study group meet in vicarage – FINAL Concert rehearsal (Orchestre Nouveau) in church Lent evening study group meet in vicarage – FINAL Working Bee and BBQ lunch Concert: Orchestre Nouveau End of Daylight Savings (Clocks back 1 hour)
12pm 2pm
Stewardship committee lunch meeting in Vicarage Stephen’s New York Organ Tour Fundraising Concert
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