First Sunday in Lent
10th March 2019
St Andrew’s Church
W A L K E R V I L L E
Parish Office: 43 Church Terrace PO Box 347, Walkerville 5081 Office Hours: Wed-Thurs 10am-3pm Fri 10am-12noon Tel 8269 5420
Rector: The Rev’d Sam Goodes Tel 0403 015 108
Associate Priest: The Rev’d Helen Gibson-White Tel 0404 009 582
Web: www.standrewswalkerville.org.au
Email: [email protected]
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How to follow our Communion Service in the green Prayer Book Page 119 - The service today commences on this page. Page 120 - Lord have mercy Page 120 - Confession and Absolution, Page 123 - Nicene Creed (Affirming our faith) Page 128 - Thanksgiving Prayer 1(with Lenten Preface on p.151) Page 141 - The Lord’s Prayer Page 144 - Final Prayer.
Parish Prayer
God our Father, you have made us members of Christ and of his Church in this parish. May our worship be the offering of our hearts and lives to you. Help us to reach out in welcome to newcomers and visitors, to encourage and care for each other in friendship and fellowship, and to grow in grace and in love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Save The Dates – please note these upcoming parish events
Saturday 9th March – Men’s Breakfast @8.30am
Sunday 24th March – Annual Vestry Meeting Saturday 6th April – Market Day from 10am-2pm
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Today’s Services
8.00am Holy Communion
9.30am Sung Eucharist
Preacher: The Rev’d Sam Goodes Celebrant: The Rev’d Sam Goodes
A special welcome to all who are worshipping with us for the first time or visiting us today. We especially welcome those visiting us from other
areas. Please join us for a cup of tea or coffee after the 9.30am service.
Before the Service begins please read the following: In the Church’s calendar, we have entered the special season of Lent. Lent is the season of 40 days before Easter beginning on Ash Wednesday (March 6th). It arose out of preparing new Christians for baptism on Easter Day. It is a time of preparation and reflection, and calls every member of the Church to give some time to prayer, study of the Bible and greater generosity to those in need. The aim is to give our relationship with God some greater priority so we create an opportunity for spiritual growth. Our worship therefore, is a little more sombre and reflective, in contrast to the joy and praise of Easter.
Sentence of the Day Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him. Luke 4.8
Prayer of the Day O saving God, who led your people through the wilderness and brought them to the promised land: so guide us that, following our Saviour, we may walk through the wilderness of this world and be brought to the glory of the world which is to come; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, now and for ever. Amen.
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Readings
1st Reading: :Deuteronomy 26.1-11 OT p.170 Deuteronomy is constructed as a series of speeches by Moses to the Israelites gathered on the east side of the Jordan ready to cross the river into the Promised Land. Israel returned from exile six centuries before Christ, and here the author is reminding the people of Israel of their noble origins, centuries earlier. The author describes Moses instructing how to tell that story at a regular ritual. The ‘wandering Aramean’ of verse 5 is Moses.
Psalm: Psalm 91.1-2, 9-16 (sung) This Thanksgiving Psalm expresses confidence in God’s presence and protection. It is quoted in the gospel reading set for today.
Richard Woodward 1744-77
1. Those who dwell in the shelter of the | Most | High:
who abide under the | shadow | of the · Al | mighty. 2. They will say to the Lord *
‘You are my refuge | and my | stronghold: my | God in | whom I | trust.’
9. The Lord himself | is your | refuge: you have | made the · most | High your | stronghold. 10. Therefore no harm | will be | fall you: nor will any | scourge come | near your | tent. 11. For he will com | mand his | angels: to | keep you · in | all your | ways. 12. They will bear you | up in · their | hands: lest you dash your | foot a | gainst a | stone.
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13. You will tread on the lion | and the | adder: the young lion and the serpent you will | trample | under | foot.
14. ‘You have set your love upon me,’ says the Lord * ‘and therefore I | will de | liver you:
I will lift you out of danger * because | you have | known my | name.
15. ‘When you call upon me I will | answer | you: 16. ‘With long | life I · will | satisfy you: and | fill you · with | my sal | vation.’
2nd Reading: Romans 10.4-13 NT p.147
In Paul’s Letter to the Romans, he argues that a right relationship with God through the Law of Moses is now fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ. God’s grace has been mediated through Jesus Christ and this short passage describes how we avail ourselves of that gift.
Gospel: Luke 4.1-15 NT p.56 In today’s reading, Jesus retreats into the wilderness for forty days, reminiscent of the Israelites who were tempted in the wilderness for forty years before entering the Promised Land. Here Jesus is tempted but defends himself with words from scripture, i.e. words of what God has said in the past. As we begin the forty days of Lent, the word of God will be our guide too.
Music Processional: 207 Be still for the presence of the Lord Gradual: 72 Forty days and forty nights Offertory: 149 I heard the voice of Jesus say Communion: 272 Forgive our sins Post Communion: Lord thy Church (words p. 6)
Music Setting: Chris Chataway. Organist: Ian Gray
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Lord, thy Church on earth is seeking (A&M 498)
1. Lord, thy Church on earth is seeking thy renewal from above; teach us all the art of speaking with the accent of thy love We will heed thy great commission: ‘Go now into every place – preach, baptize, fulfil my mission, serve with love and share my grace’.
2. Freedom give to those in bondage, lift the burdens caused by sin. Give new hope, new strength and courage, grant release from fears within. Light for darkness; joy for sorrow; love for hatred; peace for strife: These and countless blessings follow as the Spirit gives new life.
3. In the streets of every city where the bruised and lonely dwell, let us show the Saviour’s pity, let us of his mercy tell; to all lands and peoples bringing All the richness of thy word, till the world, thy praises singing, hails thee Christ, Redeemer, Lord. Hugh Sherlock (1905-98)
Reproduced under license #604484 One Licence – Copyright Cleared Music for Churches
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For your Prayers this week
The Nations and People of the Earth: Christians around the world observing Lent. Those who have lost their homes or suffered in other ways in the Victorian and Tasmanian bushfires.
The Church and its Mission: The Anglican Church of the Congo, Primate Archbishop Zacharie Katanda, his clergy and people. The Archdeacon for Discernment and Ministry Formation, The Ven. Bob George. The Bishop to the Armed Forces, Ian Lambert. Give thanks for the Anglican Church of Korea, remembering especially the Religious Orders within the Church, - The Society of the Holy Cross, the Order of St Benedict, the Daughters of St Francis, and the Society of St Francis.
At St Andrew’s we pray for: Bruno Steptoe and Rebekah Antonopoulos, being married here this afternoon. Residents, staff and helpers at Walkerville Residential Care. Those participating in Lenten Studies, at St Andrew’s and elsewhere. That we might have the strength to be able to follow the example of Jesus in making sacrifices for those whom we love.
Ourselves and our Community: The homeless, the lonely and those in despair. That we might appreciate the gifts others bring to God, seeing and celebrating their passionate love for him; and pray that we might have more chances to offer works of love to God.
Special Prayer Request: Meg Robertson, John O’Brien, Marianne Cannon, Judy Brancis, Mariela, Rhiannon Henry-Edwards, Wayne, Daniela Goncalves, Khaelen, Grant Dalwood, Bishop David McCall.
The Departed Thanksgiving for those who have gone before us in faith: Past Rectors, Wardens and Congregations of St Andrew’s Church.
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Notices At St Andrew’s
❖ Bush Church Aid Mission Boxes: It is time again for counting mission boxes. Please hand them to Sandy, Rosalie or one of the Wardens by Sunday 17th March at the very latest. Please do not just leave your box at the back of the church. If anyone prefers to make a donation in lieu of a Mission Box, your offering will be most welcome. Sandy Facy - BCA Mission Contact for St Andrew's
❖ Magdalene Centre Dinners: As in previous years, the parish will provide dinner at St. Mary Magdalene’s on two occasions during 2019. The dates that we have been allocated are Saturday 11th May and Saturday 14th September. Please put these dates in your diaries now. Further information and arrangements will be forthcoming closer to the events. Thanks for your ongoing support of this important ministry.
❖ Vestry Reports: The Annual Vestry Meeting of the parish will be held on Sunday 24th March. Could those who have not already provided your written reports for the various activities of the parish please do so as soon as possible. Thanks.
❖ Brass Cleaning: The Church has a number of brass items which require regular cleaning. A small number of volunteers are responsible for many of these items, but more help is urgently required. A small time commitment about once a month is all that is required. Training available as needed!
In the Diocese
❖ Evenings in Lent at St Peter’s Cathedral: From March 10 to March 31, the sermon series at Choral Evensong 6.00pm will be “Love Bade Me Welcome – A Spirituality of a Cathedral”, by The Rev’d Canon Jenny Wilson, followed by supper in the Cathedral, and at 7.15pm in the Cynthia Poulton Hall, after Choral Evensong, “Bible 360 Course – An introduction to the Bible for beginners”, led by The Very Rev’d Frank Nelson, Cathedral Dean. See notice at back of Church.
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❖ Bush Church of Australia AGM and Luncheon: Saturday 16 March from 12 noon. Christ Church, North Adelaide, 62-67 Jeffcott Street. Hear from Topher Hallyburton, Field Staff, Darwin NT. Lunch included $20 per person. See notice at back of church. To register email [email protected] or call on 8221 5444.
2019 Annual Vestry meeting:
This is to be held on Sunday March 24, at 11.15am.
The Annual Report will be distributed on
Sunday March 17.
All parishioners are encouraged to attend.
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Shrove Tuesday
On Shrove Tuesday, around 40 people gathered to enjoy a fine spread of pancakes, as we prepared for the beginning of Lent the following day. Thanks to Jill and her team for their hard work and for the wide range of toppings on offer! For those who may not be aware, the name of Shrove Tuesday is derived from the verb “shrive”, or “confess”. In a very practical sense, the origins of the day are seen in the practice of consuming richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season. It has connections with the Mardi Gras (literally Fat Tuesday) and Carnivale tradition that developed separately in countries of Latin Europe. Fasting in Lent makes much more sense in the context of the feast of the day before. The other part of the day was the preparation of the ash to be used in the services of Ash Wednesday, both in the church, but also at St. Andrew’s School and Walkerville Nursing Home. The Palm Crosses of the previous year are burned and ground up to create the ash – the cycle of Easter and Lent; joy and sorrow; life and death made clear for us in this action.
May your Lenten journey be blessed…
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Diary Dates Sunday 10 March 8.00 am Holy Communion Lent 1 9.30 am Sung Eucharist 2.00 pm Wedding Steptoe & Antonopoulos
Monday 11 March Public Holiday Tuesday 12 March 9.00 am School Service 5-7 (Church) 11.30 am Lenten Study (Parish Centre) Wednesday 13 March 11.00 am Walkerville Residential Care 2.00 pm Lenten Study (6 Ettrick Avenue) Thursday 14March 9.00 am School Service 3-4 (Church) 7.30 pm Lenten Study (2/86 Lansdowne
Tce) Friday 15 March 10.00 am Tai Chi (Parish Centre) Saturday 16 March 12.00 pm Bush Church of Australia AGM
and Luncheon (Christ Church)
Sunday 17 March 8.00 am Holy Communion Lent 2 9.30 am Sung Eucharist – School Staff and
Board Monday 18 March 10.30 am Lenten Study (Parish Centre) Tuesday 19 March 9.00 am School Service 5-7 (Church) 11.30 am Lenten Study (Parish Centre) 5.00 pm Order of St Lazarus (P. Centre) Wednesday 20 March 2.00 pm Lenten Study (6 Ettrick Avenue) ` 7.30 pm Parish Council (Parish Centre) Thursday 21 March 9.00 am School Service 3-4 (Church) 4.30 pm Royal Geographic Society
(Parish Centre) 7.30 pm Lenten Study (2/86 Lansdowne
Tce) Friday 22 March 10.00 am Tai Chi (Parish Centre)
Sunday 24 March 8.00 am Holy Communion Lent 3 9.30 am Sung Eucharist 11.15 am Annual Vestry Meeting (Parish
Centre)
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Rosters
Rosters for today (Lent 1) Preacher : The Rev’d Sam Goodes Celebrant: The Rev’d Sam Goodes Readers: 8.00 am Sandy Facy 9.30 am Nimali Navaratnam Prayer Leader: 9.30 am Ray Newell Server: 9.30 am Michael Thomas Lay Assistants: 8.00 am Liz Owen 9.30 am DeDe Stoba, Sally Sandford-Morgan Sidespersons: 8.00 am Jan de Wit, Sandy Facy 9.30 am Sally Zimmerman, Roy Ingram Children’s time 9.30 am Jenny Harris, Chris Thomas Morning Tea 9.30 am Sally Sandford-Morgan, Val Ingram
Rosters for next Sunday (Lent 2) Preacher : The Rev’d Sam Goodes Celebrant: The Rev’d Rachel Chapman Readers: 8.00 am Brian Zwar 9.30 am Deb Dalwood & Nick Steele Prayer Leader: 9.30 am Heather Wood Server: 9.30 am John Beer Lay Assistants: 8.00 am Liz Owen 9.30 am Libby Doepke, Biffy Ormsby Sidespersons: 8.00 am Brian Zwar 9.30 am Michael Thomas, Robin Coleman Children’s time 9.30 am Cerys & Nia Phillips Morning Tea 9.30 am Frances Wilson, Molly Radakovitch
Readings for next Sunday (Lent 2)
1st Reading: Genesis 15.1-12, 17-18 OT p.11 Psalm: Psalm 27 APBA p.325 Philippians 3.17-4.1 NT p.184 Gospel: Luke 13.1-9 NT p.70
