St Luke's Enmore with Stanmore
An Anglican Parish in the Diocese
of
Fifth Sunday after Epiphany 8th February 2015
Welcome to our worship this morning!
At St Luke's we seek to share God's unconditional love and acceptance of all people, regardless of age gender, race, marital or family status, sexual orientation disability or wealth.
Celebrant & Preacher Fr. Philip Bradford, Acting Rector
Welcomers Today: Nadia Wheatley & Tony Purcell
Next week: Peter Gilbert & Alfredo Narnola
Readers Today: Diana Jefferies & Stephen Gates
Readers next week: Edwin Reddy & Bianca Reddy
Intercessor: John Tonetti
Next Week: Peter Seymour
Hospitality: Ruth Champion & John Merchant
Next week: Les Carrington & Kevin Green
Cleaners Saturday 14 Feb: Ann Petersen, Peter Gilbert & Alfredo Narnola
Children’s Ministry begins THIS SUNDAY
Introit Hymn 245 We have a gospel to proclaim,
Sentence: Those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength,
they shall mount up with wings like eagles,
The Collect:
Saving God,
Whose Son, Jesus Christ, healed the sick
and brought them wholeness of body and mind:
inspire us, his disciples,
so that we may constantly proclaim his gospel
by our words
and by the dedication and integrity of our lives;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, not and for ever. Amen.
First Reading Isaiah 40:21-31
A reading from book of the prophet Isaiah
Have you not known? Have you not heard? Has it not been told you from the
beginning? Have you not understood from the foundations of the earth? It is he
who sits above the circle of the earth, and its inhabitants are like grasshoppers;
who stretches out the heavens like a curtain, and spreads them like a tent to live
in; who brings princes to naught, and makes the rulers of the earth as nothing.
Scarcely are they planted, scarcely sown, scarcely has their stem taken root in the
earth, when he blows upon them, and they wither, and the tempest carries them
off like stubble. To whom then will you compare me, or who is my equal? says
the Holy One. Lift up your eyes on high and see: Who created these? He who
brings out their host and numbers them, calling them all by name; because he is
great in strength, mighty in power, not one is missing.
Why do you say, O Jacob, and speak, O Israel, “My way is hidden from the
Lord, and my right is disregarded by my God”? Have you not known? Have you
not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives
power to the faint, and strengthens the powerless. Even youths will faint and be
weary, and the young will fall exhausted; but those who wait for the Lord shall
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renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run
and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.
. For the Word of the Lord Thanks be to God
Psalm 147
1. O praise the Lord * for it is good to sing praises| to our | God:
and to | praise him is . | joyful and | right.
2. The Lord is rebuilding Je| rusalem:
he is gathering together the | scattered outcasts . of | Israel.
3. He heals the | broken in | spirit:
and | bind up their | wounds.
4. He counts the | number of the | stars:
and | calls them | all by | name.
5. Great is our Lord and | great is his | power:
there is no | measuring . his | under| standing.
6. The Lord re| stores the | humble:
but he brings down the | wicked | to the | dust.
7. O sing to the Lord a | song of | thanksgiving:
sing praise to our | God up| on the | harp.
8. He covers the heavens with cloud * and prepares | the rain . for the | earth:
and makes the grass to | sprout up| on the | mountains.
9. He gives the | cattle . their | food:
and feeds the young | raves . that | call | to him.
10. He takes no pleasure in the | strength . of a | horse:
nor does he de| light in any . man’s | legs,
11. But the Lord’s delight is in | those that | fear him:
who | wait in | hope . for this | mercy.
As in the be|ginning so | now; and for | ever. | A|men
Second Reading 1 Corinthians 9.16-23
A reading from Paul’s letter to the Corinthians
If I proclaim the gospel, this gives me no ground for boasting, for an
obligation is laid on me, and woe to me if I do not proclaim the gospel! For if I do
this of my own will, I have a reward; but if not of my own will, I am entrusted
with a commission. What then is my reward? Just this: that in my proclamation I
may make the gospel free of charge, so as not to make full use of my rights in the
gospel.
For though I am free with respect to all, I have made myself a slave to all, so
that I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win
Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though I myself am
not under the law) so that I might win those under the law. To those outside the
law I became as one outside the law (though I am not free from God’s law but am
under Christ’s law) so that I might win those outside the law. To the weak I
became weak, so that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all
people, that I might by all means save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel,
so that I may share in its blessings.
For the Word of the Lord Thanks be to God
Gospel Procession
Gospel Acclamation:
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
He bore our sickness,
and endured our suffering,
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
The Gospel Mark 1:29-39
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke
X Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ
As soon as they left the synagogue, they entered the house of Simon and
Andrew, with James and John. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed with a
fever, and they told him about her at once. He came and took her by the hand and
lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them.
That evening, at sundown, they brought to him all who were sick or possessed
with demons. And the whole city was gathered around the door. And he cured
many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons; and he
would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew him. In the morning,
while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted place, and there
he prayed. And Simon and his companions hunted for him. When they found
him, they said to him, “Everyone is searching for you.” He answered, “Let us go
on to the neighboring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also; for
that is what I came out to do.” And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the
message in their synagogues and casting out demons.
Hymn after the Sermon TiS 164 The great love of God
Offertory Hymn, 497 Let all mortal flesh keep silence
Communion Chant 701 Bless the Lord, my soul (Taizé chant)Bless the Lord, my soul,
and bless God’s holy name.
Bless the Lord, my soul,
who leads me into life.
Hymn after the Blessing, TiS 217 Love divine, all loves excelling
PARI SH PRAYER
Gracious God,
we pray for our Parish of St Luke,
for our Acting Rector, Philip Bradford, and all who worship here.
At this time` of change, we pray that this Parish
will always have a faithful pastor,
who will faithfully speak your word
and minister your Sacraments;
an encourager who will equip your people for ministry
and enable us to fulfil our calling.
Give to those who will choose a new rector,
wisdom, discernment and patience.
Give to us warm and generous hearts; for Jesus Christ’s sake. Amen.
NOTICE
Please join us in the Hall afterwards for some refreshment and fellowship.
At 12 noon, you are invited to lunch at the Warren View Hotel Bistro (it is
child friendly, enter via Enmore Road)
Next Sunday’s Readings
2 Kings 2.1-12; Ps 50.1-6; 2 Corinthians 4.3-12; Mark 1.4045
Bible Readings for the Week 9th–14th February
Monday |
Genesis 1.1-19 |
Psalm 104.33-37 |
Mark 6.53-56 |
Tuesday |
Genesis 1.20-2.4a |
Psalm 8 |
Mark 7.1-13 |
Wednesday |
Genesis 2.4b-9-17 |
Psalm 104.26-32 |
Mark 7.14-23 |
Thursday |
Genesis 2.18-25 |
Psalm 128 |
Mark 7.24-30 |
Friday |
Genesis 3.1-8 |
Psalm 32.1-8 |
Mark 7.31-37 |
Saturday |
Genesis 3.9-24 |
Psalm 90.9-12 |
Mark 8.1-10 |
Notices for February 1st 2015
BIRTHDAYS CELEBRATED TODAY!
Eddie Reddy, Alex Hill, Susan Hill, Lyne Cunneen, Lyn Carrington, Anwyn
Brook-Evans, Janet Widmer and Meaghan Patterson.
THANK YOU!
A sincere thank-you - one and all for a wonderful farewell to Fr Gwilym and Sue;
whether you helped with the cleaning, the flowers, the service, the set-up in the
hall, the food, the clean-up or put-away – many hands were certainly on the go! It
was a great occasion but a sad one and lovely that we had so many visitors. Of
course we will miss them both but we will never forget them.
PUBLIC LECTURE by the Revd Dr Keith Mascord
“Breaking the Stained Glass Ceiling: A Risky but Rewarding Renovation”
SATURDAY, 21ST FEBRUARY 2015
12.30 pm – 1.00 pm Light Lunch (Donation) 2.00 pm Lecture - Discussion
RSVP – 14th February 2015 - appreciated & essential if coming to lunch –
Email: committee.sydneymow@mowatch.com.au; Phone Lu -9953-6828 or Elaine 9747-3276
LENTEN QUIET DAY lead by the Reverend Daniel Dries, Rector, Christ
Church St Laurence. Sponsored by ABM Sydney Committee in conjunction with
St Peter’s Church Cremorne, 29 Waters Rd Cremorne.
SATURDAY 28TH FEBRUARY 2015 – 10 am Welcome; 10.30 am Eucharist;
2.30pm Evening Prayer. Tea/coffee/cool drinks available - BYO lunch.
WOMEN’S READING GROUP : Wednesday 25 February at 7.30 p.m.
Pauline Newell’s House, 43/1 Coronation Street, Petersham. Reading from the
blog of Benedictine, Sr Joan Chichester ; an her article - “We are at a crossroads
for women in the church” . If you would like to join the Group, speak to Jo
Burton or Ruth Champion. A copy of the material can be accessed online at –
http://ncronline.org/blogs/whereistand/
wearecrossroadswomenchurch
NOTE: The Edgeware Road Car Park has a two hour limit.
Marrickville Council said, in June last year that they would change it
to 4 hours on a Sunday. It obviously takes more than six months to
paint new signs!
DINNER FOR CHRISTIANS IN MIDDLE EAST
Last Sunday evening ten St Luke’s parishioners went to a fundraising dinner
sponsored jointly by the NSW Ecumenical Council and a member Church, the
Assyrian Church of the East, whose members come particularly from Iraq, Syria
and Lebanon.
The Assyrian Christian minorities in Iraq and Syria are being persecuted for
their faith by ISIS forces and sometimes forced to flee their homes with only the
clothes on their backs. Whole communities languish in refugee squalor.
The dinner, for about 600 people, was held at a huge Assyrian Church
reception centre behind the cathedral of the Assyrian Church of the East. We
enjoyed delicious food, education via a DVD, and challenging addresses by the
Archbishop of the Church and by Dr Parry, an historian from Macquarie
University.
It is important to support the Christian communities in the Middle East who flee
rather than bow to thuggery and forced conversion.
The generosity of the Assyrian community, supported by the Uniting Church,
Salvation Army and Religious Society of Friends and ourselves, was a potent
example of real solidarity and caring. Leading politicians were there too.
Thousands of dollars were raised.by dinner and raffle tickets, and donations
(including $160 from members of our parish unable to attend.
It was a privilege to be there and the Assyrians were delighted to see us.
Some said they wanted to visit our church!
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF PARISHONERS
will be held on Sunday 1st )arch – to start at 11.30 am in the Parish Hall
The purpose of the Meeting is:
to receive reports concerning ministry within the parish;
to receive and pass or otherwise determine on the financial statements of the
wardens and to receive any report from the wardens about the exercise of
their other function;
to receive notification of the name of the person appointed by the minister as
a warden
to elect 2 qualified persons to be wardens;
to elect a person or persons of or above the age of 21 years to audit the
financial statements and accounts of the wardens;
to resolve that there be 3, 6 or 9 elected members (of a Parish Council); and
to elect qualified persons to be those members.
to make such recommendations as it may wish on any matter connected with
the business of the church or parish, including any matter which it is
appropriate for the wardens or parish council to deal with.
Those participating in the AGM have to make a membership declaration.
Lent 2015.
Ash Wednesday is on the 18th February and we are to be joined by the
Brabyn Singers to help make our worship special.
Please consider your Lenten Observance.
• Will you be attending a Bible Study for Lent?
• Will you be fasting in any way?
• What extra charitable giving will you do?
St Luke’s Enmore, the Living Body of Christ
We are the body of Christ because the Spirit of Christ lives in us. We are
Christ’s eyes and ears, hands and feet wherever we go, alone or two or
three together. At work, at play, at home or on holiday, we are still
members of Christ’s body and we should therefore behave that way.
At St Luke’s there are many groups which work together for the good of
all. Here are some of them.
• Ministers in the Liturgy of the Church, The Sacristan, Lay Deacons,
Servers, Crucifer, Thurifer, Welcomers, Readers, Intercessors
• The Thai Community, with Mac Maitree, our Thai Pastor and about 30
members who meet together at various times and places.
• The Indian Community, centred around the extended Reddy Family at
Liverpool, meeting for prayer and worship every Friday.
• The Pastoral Care Group, set up to care for those who miss church and
to take Home Communion to those who need it.
• The Children’s Ministry and Sunday School. Encouraging God’s
children to take their place in the church’s life and ministry.
• Advent and Lenten Study Groups, working with St Joseph’s catholic
parish to learn more about the Scriptures and our faith
• The Wardens and Parish Council. The business part of the church,
working with the Diocese and setting strategies for the future.
• Musicians and Singers to help us “make a joyful noise unto the Lord”
• The Committee of the Op Shop and the community of Op Shop helpers.
Working with the community to help those who need it and raising
money for the mission and work of the church.
• The Boyz Nite Out. Regular fellowship and good Food building
friendships and faith.
• The Women’s Reading Group. A monthly meeting for reflection and
fellowship.
• Gardeners, Flower arrangers and Cleaners. Making our worship and
fellowship spaces a pleasant place to be.
A note from the Treasurer:
St Luke’s needs your financial support! Don’t let our income slip!
If you want to ensure regular giving to St Luke’s, but find you never have the right amount in cash, or are sometimes unable to attend on Sundays, then St Luke’s Direct Transfer may work for you.
The easiest way to do it is to set it up using your On-line Banking. You can set any amount for any number of times at any interval of time, using the account details below.
St Luke’s Enmore Bank Account Details
Account Name: St Luke’s Anglican Church Working Account
BSB: 062-165 Account Number: 10023547
You can use your own name as a reference, but if you prefer, just use the word Offering as a reference and your name will remain anonymous.
Your personal and banking details will not be given to St Luke’s.
Intercessions
Prayers for each day of the week Today; Lorraine O’Sullivan, Mathias |
Our Prayers for those in need... Shirley Allen; Elizabeth Armstrong; Recent Death
Anniversaries of Deaths. Kevin Saunders; Robert Emmenegger; Saints and Commemorations Saturday: Cyril (d.869) and |
ABN.78 161 584 893.
SUNDAY WORSHIP Sung Eucharist and Children's Ministry 9.30am Thai Worship in the Chapel 11.30am
WEEKDAY SERVICES: Morning Prayer Tuesday 8.30, Wednesday 9.30am followed by 10.00 a.m. Eucharist; Thursday 8.30am, Friday 8.30am.
CONFESSIONS (Sacrament of Reconciliation) HOME COMMUNIONS, BAPTISMS, MARRIAGES by arrangement.
ACTING RECTOR. Fr Philip Bradford. (Ph 9557 4219 Mb 0418 641 189)
PO Box 64. Enmore NSW 2042
