HOLY TRINITY KEW Anglican Church of Australia
15th Sunday after Pentecost September 9, 2012 Holy Communion 10am 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.
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 MORNING TEA IN THE JUBILEE HALL AFTER TODAY’S SERVICE
Hymn: TiS 452
1. God of mercy, God of grace, show the brightness of your face; shine upon us, Saviour, shine, fill your church with light divine; and your saving health extend to the earth’s remotest end.
3. Let the people praise you, Lord! earth shall then its fruits afford; God to us his blessing give, we to God devoted live: all below, and all above, one in joy and light and love. Henry Francis Lyte 1793–1847 alt. from Psalm 67
2. Let the people praise you, Lord! be by all that live adored; let the nations shout and sing glory to their Saviour king; at your feet their tribute pay, and your holy will obey.
Greeting:
The Lord be with you. AND ALSO WITH YOU.
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(see Ruth 2:4)
Sentence: So speak and so act as those who are to be judged by the law of liberty. James 2.13
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 Summary of the Commandments: ‘Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one; you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ Jesus said: ‘This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: you shall love your neighbour as yourself.’
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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.
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.
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Gloria – Ushaw Setting (Alan Rees) CHOIR: Glory, Glory to God, Glory to God in the highest, ALL:
and peace to God’s people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.
Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer.
For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father.
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Prayer of the Day O God, whose word is life, and whose delight is to answer our cry: give us faith like that of the woman who refused to remain an outsider, so that we too may have the wit to argue and demand that our children be made whole, through Jesus Christ. Amen.
THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD Readings from 'New Revised Standard Version' (NRSV) First Reading: Proverbs 22.1-2, 8-9, 22-23 1A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favour is better than silver or gold. 2The rich and the poor have this in common: the Lord is the maker of them all. 8Whoever sows injustice will reap calamity, and the rod of anger will fail. 9Those who are generous are blessed, for they share their bread with the poor. 22Do not rob the poor because they are poor, or crush the afflicted at the gate; 23for the Lord pleads their cause and despoils of life those who despoil them.
Response: Hear the word of the Lord, THANKS BE TO GOD
Psalm 125 1 Those who put their trust in the Lord shall be as Mount Zion: which cannot be shaken, but endures for ever. 2 As the mountains stand about Jerusalem, so stands the Lord about his people: from this time forward for evermore. 3 For the sceptre of wickedness shall have no sway over the land apportioned to the righteous: lest the righteous set their hands to do evil. 4 Do good, O Lord, to those who are good: to those that are upright in heart. 5 As for those who turn aside to crooked ways, let the Lord lead them away with the evildoers: and in Israel let there be peace. 6
Second Reading: James 2.1-10, 14-17 1My brothers and sisters, do you with your acts of favouritism really believe in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ? 2For if a person with gold rings and in fine clothes comes into your assembly, and if a poor person in dirty clothes also comes in, 3and if you take notice of the one wearing the fine clothes and say, ‘Have a seat here, please’, while to the one who is poor you say, ‘Stand there’, or, ‘Sit at my feet’, 4have you not made distinctions among yourselves, and become judges with evil thoughts? 5Listen, my beloved brothers and sisters. Has not God chosen the poor in the world to be rich in faith and to be heirs of the kingdom that he has promised to those who love him? 6But you have dishonoured the poor. Is it not the rich who oppress you? Is it not they who drag you into court? 7Is it not they who blaspheme the excellent name that was invoked over you? 8You do well if you really fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, ‘You shall love your neighbour as yourself.’ 9But if you show partiality, you commit sin and are convicted by the law as transgressors. 10For whoever keeps the whole law but fails in one point has become accountable for all of it. 14What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but do not have works? Can faith save you? 15If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food, 16and one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and eat your fill’, and yet you do not supply their bodily needs, what is the good of that? 17So faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead. Response: Hear the word of the Lord, THANKS BE TO GOD
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Gradual Hymn: Jerusalem And did those feet in ancient time Walk upon England's mountain green? And was the holy Lamb of God On England's pleasant pastures seen? And did the countenance divine Shine forth upon our clouded hills? And was Jerusalem builded here Among those dark satanic mills? Bring me my bow of burning gold! Bring me my arrows of desire! Bring me my spear! O clouds, unfold! Bring me my chariot of fire! I will not cease from mental fight, Nor shall my sword sleep in my hand, Till we have built Jerusalem In England's green and pleasant land.
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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 Mark chapter 7 beginning at the 24th verse. GLORY TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST. 24From there he set out and went away to the region of Tyre. He entered a house and did not want anyone to know he was there. Yet he could not escape notice, 25but a woman whose little daughter had an unclean spirit immediately heard about him, and she came and bowed down at his feet. 26Now the woman was a Gentile, of Syrophoenician origin. She begged him to cast the demon out of her daughter. 27He said to her, ‘Let the children be fed first, for it is not fair to take the children’s food and throw it to the dogs.’ 28But she answered him, ‘Sir, even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs.’ 29Then he said to her, ‘For saying that, you may go—the demon has left your daughter.’ 30So she went home, found the child lying on the bed, and the demon gone. 31Then he returned from the region of Tyre, and went by way of Sidon towards the Sea of Galilee, in the region of the Decapolis. 32They brought to him a deaf man who had an impediment in his speech; and they begged him to lay his hand on him. 33He took him aside in private, away from the crowd, and put his fingers into his ears, and he spat and touched his tongue. 34Then looking up to heaven, he sighed and said to him, ‘Ephphatha’, that is, ‘Be opened.’ 35And immediately his ears were opened, his tongue was released, and he spoke plainly. 36Then Jesus ordered them to tell no one; but the more he ordered them, the more zealously they proclaimed it. 37They were astounded beyond measure, saying, ‘He has done everything well; he even makes the deaf to hear and the mute to speak.’ Gospel Response: This is the gospel of the Lord, PRAISE TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST.
ALLELUIA Sung by Choir & Congregation 9
SERMON -
(copy of sermon available at back of church)
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 The Church of Tanzania; The Diocese of Canberra & Goulburn; The Peninsula School; St Jude’s Carlton; St John's Sorrento & Rye; Trinity College Choral Eucharist & Confirmation; Holy Trinity East Melbourne; St John’s Toorak – Confirmation. We pray for our ministry team: Roy, Jessica, Norman, Helen, Ros & Pam - and for all serve within the parish. We pray for all who are working on the building project and for its successful completion; and our Bishops Philip and Barbara. We pray for those in need, and for those who care for them: Brenda, Wendy Mc D, Tim Sewell, John P, Emma B, Marmaduke H-W, John M, Gwen B, Jean I, Alison M, Cliff, Beatrice S, Rob A, Lowan A, Liz A, Margaret B, Margaret Y, Judy S, Miriam A, Robert D, Mia C, Jan T, 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, Ren C, Nancy K, Margaret D, Hilary, Joyce L, Elisabeth D, Lorna M, Jean D, and all who care for them. We give thanks for the lives of Amy Byriell and Mary Dossetor as we uphold them to your loving mercy, and we pray for all mourn their deaths. We remember before God with thanksgiving the lives of Nelle Lees (2010), Barbara McAlpine (1999), and David Hadwen (2002), 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. 10
THE BAPTISM When Jesus had risen from the dead, he commanded his followers to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. We have come together today in obedience to that command. In baptism, we are joined to Christ, and made members of his Church. Baptism of children is a celebration of new life and the promise of eternal life, and an acknowledgement of their need for care and protection. While we focus on the grace of God given to those who are baptized, we also acknowledge that spiritual growth depends on parents and godparents, and the wider circle of family and friends, who are the examples and influence that mould a child’s character. In this service of baptism we bring Reginald into God’s presence that he may be enfolded in the grace of the Holy Spirit. Parents and Godparents who bring children for baptism must express their own trust and commitment to the promises of God, and their intention to bring up the children in the faith and practice of the Church. The Baptism party gather around the font. The parents and godparents are asked the questions:
Q/ Before God and this congregation, you must affirm your belief in God and so I ask: Do you Believe in God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit? A/ I do. Q/ Will you accept the responsibilities placed upon you in bringing Reginald for baptism? A/ I will. Q/ By your prayers and example, by your friendship and love, will you encourage him in the life and faith of the Christian community? A/ I will. Q/ As your life will be an example to Reginald, will you turn away from evil thoughts, words and actions? A/ I will. 11
Q/ Will you affirm Christian values, especially those of honesty, compassion and mercy? A/ I will.
Priest to the congregation: You have heard our brothers and sisters respond to Christ. Will you support them in this calling? ALL: WE WILL. Priest: Almighty God lead you in the light of Christ to his everlasting kingdom. AMEN.
Prayers and Blessing of the water [Let us pray:] Grant, merciful God, that Reginald may be so united with Christ in baptism that your new nature may be raised up in him where the fruit of your Spirit may grow and flourish. Give to family and friends the desire to share what you have revealed in your Holy Gospel. We give you thanks that at the beginning of creation your Holy Spirit moved upon the waters to bring forth light and life. With water you cleanse and replenish the earth; and through the waters of the Red Sea you led your people by Moses out of slavery into freedom, and brought them through the river Jordan into the land of promise. We give you thanks for your Son, Jesus Christ: for his baptism by John, for his anointing in the Holy Spirit, and that through the deep waters of death Jesus delivered us from our sins and was raised to new life in triumph. We give you thanks for the grace of the Holy Spirit who leads us to your kingdom. And now we give you thanks that you have called Reginald Eldin Thomson to new birth in your Church through the waters of baptism. + Pour out your Holy Spirit in blessing and sanctify this water so that all who are baptized may be made one with Christ in his death and resurrection, through Jesus Christ our Lord, AMEN.
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An affirmation of faith Priest: I ask the congregation to join with the parents and godparents in affirming the faith of the church. Do you believe in God the Father? A/: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in God the Son? A/: I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? A/: I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. AMEN.
The baptism Priest: Reginald Eldin, I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, AMEN. I sign you with the sign of the cross to show that you are marked as Christ’s own forever. (Oil that has been blessed by a bishop is used in anointing to symbolize being chosen in God, as were the priests and prophets of the Old Testament, and the New Testament understanding that we are all anointed in the Spirit through belief in Christ.)
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Live as a disciple of Christ; fight the good fight, finish the race, keep the faith. ALL: Confess Christ crucified, proclaim his resurrection, look for his coming in glory. Priest: God has called you out of darkness into his marvellous light. ALL: Shine as a light in the world to the glory of God the Father. Priest: God has called you into his church. ALL: We therefore receive and welcome you as a member with us of the body of Christ, as a child of the one heavenly Father, and as an inheritor of the kingdom of God. Prayers for the child, parents and godparents Merciful God, in your infinite love you have made a new covenant with us in Jesus Christ, promising to be our God and the God of our children. Enable all who are baptised in your name to live as your faithful people. Fulfil your promises for Reginald, we pray, and grant that he may grow in your faith and service. We pray for Edwina and Mark, that in your Spirit of wisdom, their family may grow in your love, and their home share in the joy of your eternal kingdom. And we pray for Reginald’s godparents, Georgina and Nicholas; enable them to share with their godson what you have revealed to us of your love in your holy gospel. We ask this in the name of our Saviour Jesus Christ, AMEN.
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THE GREETING OF PEACE We are the body of Christ. The peace of the Lord be always with you.
{Celebrant}
(all stand) His Spirit is with us. And also with you.
[A greeting of peace is exchanged with those around us]
Offertory Hymn: TiS 210 1. O for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer’s praise, the glories of our God and King, the triumphs of his grace!
4. He speaks, and listening to his voice new life the dead receive, the mournful, broken hearts rejoice, the humble poor believe.
2. Jesus! the name that charms our fears, that bids our sorrows cease; such music in the sinner’s ears is life, and health, and peace. 3. He breaks the power of cancelled sin, he sets the prisoner free; his blood can make the foulest clean, his blood availed for me.
5. Hear him, you deaf; his praise, you dumb, your loosened tongues employ; you blind, behold your Saviour come; and leap, you lame, for joy! 6. My gracious Master and my God, assist me to proclaim, to spread through all the earth abroad the honours of your name. Charles Wesley 1707–88 alt.
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.
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The Prayer of Thanksgiving Priest: People: Priest: People: Priest: People: Priest: ALL:
(Kew)
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 him thanks and praise... ... Forever praising you and singing:
CHOIR: God of power and God of might. ALL:
CHOIR: Heaven and earth are full, are full of your glory. ALL:
CHOIR: Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. ALL:
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Priest: ‌. do this as often as you drink it in remembrance of me
Priest: in songs of never ending praise:
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.
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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.
The Choir sings the Agnus Dei
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 Choir sings
"Ego sum panis vivus", Esquivel
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
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Final Hymn: TiS 160
1. Father all-loving and ruling in majesty, judgment is yours, and condemns all our pride; stir up our rulers and people to penitence, sorrow for sins that for vengeance have cried. 2. Blessèd Lord Jesus, born humbly in poverty, sharing a stable with beasts at your birth, stir us to work for your justice and charity, truly to care for the poor upon earth. 3. Come, Holy Spirit, create in us holiness, lift up our lives to your standard of right; stir every will to new ventures of faithfulness, flood the whole church with your glorious light. 4. Holiest Trinity, perfect in unity, bind in your love every nation and race: may we adore you for time and eternity, Father, Redeemer and Spirit of grace. Patrick Robert Norman Appleford 1925– alt. Words by permission The United Society for the Propagation of the Gospel, London
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Blessing
Dismissal Go in peace to love and serve the Lord: IN THE NAME OF CHRIST. AMEN 'Copyright © 1995, The Anglican Church of Australia Trust Corporation. From the text of A Prayer Book for Australia, published under the imprint of Broughton Books. Reproduced with permission. - Recorded music played under PPCA licence 339096 Hymns copied under one of the following licences: - 'Copyright © 1999, The Australian Hymn Book Company. From the text of Together in Song. Reproduced with permission. - Church Copyright Licence #325734 - Copyright Agency Limited licence 2907
ORGAN POSTLUDE
SAM is looking into the future!
SAM 2012 - Stewardship in Action for Ministry
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Readings for 10am Sunday, September 16, 2012 1st Reading 2nd Reading
Wisdom 7:26-8:1 James 2:18-26
Psalm Gospel
19:7-14 Mark 8:27-38
GENERAL NOTICES High Altar flowers: are given in loving memory of Nelle Lees from Ian and family. A 150th Anniversary History Book: is being written by Melissa Abalo. She would be very interested to talk to anyone with stories of note, especially from the past 25 years. Any historical photos to borrow and scan would also be appreciated. Please contact Roy if you are able to help. Boroondara Symphonic Band free concert: Saturday 22nd September at 8pm. Spring and there’s Music in the Air! The concert will include original and well-known compositions. You will be able to sing-a-long to a tune from the hit musical “The Producers”, immerse yourself in the lush harmonies of Grieg’s “Last Spring”, and hear a solo that featured in the film “Brassed Off”, mark time with the strains of a rousing march and more. Birthday:
Rosemary Nairn (Wednesday)
Trading Table: Raised $537 Ladies – We have raised $11,264.50 in the eight months of this financial year (from Oct 1, 2011). This includes catering, Christmas cakes and trading table. Keep up the good work and buying!
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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, 0418 328 313 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
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ROSTERS Roster Duty 6pm Sat Celebrant ALM 8am Sun Welcomer Reader Intercessor
This Week 9/9/2012
Next Week 16/9/2012
The Rev'd Roy Stanley Leonie Bird
The Rev'd Dr N. Curry
Alan & Nell Eddy
Charles & Jan Harkin Joan Healy BCP Leonie Bird Joan Healy Barbara Thomson
Nigel Creese The Rev'd Roy Stanley
Euch Assist Server ALM Celebrant Preacher Breakfast
Barbara Thomson Leonie Bird The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Rick Nicholson and Yvonne Stannard
The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Diana Cerini and Margaret Righton
10am Sun Welcomer Reader Intercessor Euch Assist Server ALM Celebrant Preacher Transport Morning Tea Counters
Lorraine Bent & Yvonne Panagacos Dileeni Wickramasinghe & Margaret Lyons The Rev'd Roy Stanley Joan Brooking Pam Hughes The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Dorothy Hadwen Viv Harkness Irene Shorthouse& Barbara Thomson
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Barbara Thomson & Nola Scott Elizabeth Cook & Val Batson Joan Brooking Clarence Muttiah Jane Sullivan, Pam Hughes The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Elizabeth Cook Babe Isaacs & Beth Bailey Charles & Jan Harkin
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Wed 10am 7:30pm Fri 7:30pm Sat 9:30am2:30pm Sun 1-5pm
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Wed 7:30pm Sat 8pm
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EVENT Funeral for Mary Dossetor Certificate Study Group – week 8 – vicarage Wardens meeting at Barbara’s Diocesan training day at GWAC Youth group ZOO trip – families and others welcome to join. Stewardship committee meet at Barbara’s Boroondara Symphonic Band free concert at Holy Trinity
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
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