Story of The Soldier Son Portrait who died to save others
St Barnabas 28 April 2013
1. St. Barnabas on the Danforth
The Church in the Marketplace
Embracing the Community
St. Mark the Evangelist
April 28, 2013 - 10:30 a.m.
361 Danforth Ave., Toronto M4K 1P1
416-463-1344
www.stbarnabas-toronto.com
Alleluia! Christ is risen.
The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!
2. Welcome to St. Barnabas (Chester) Anglican Church
The Church in the Marketplace
Embracing the Community
Our 10:30 AM Eucharist begins on page 185 of the green Book
of Alternative Services. The hymns can be found in the blue
Book of Common Praise.
Prelude: Music for Flute and Organ – Grave and Adagio
(from Sonata in G) – Giovanni Piatti (1690-1763)
(Fiona Strachan, flute)
The Gathering of the Community
Opening Hymn
The saint who first found grace to pen
the life which was the Life of men,
and shed abroad the Gospel's ray,
his fame we celebrate today.
Lo, drawn by Pentecostal fire,
his heart conceived its great desire,
when pure of mind, inspired, he heard
and with his hand set forth the Word.
Then, clearly writ, the Godhead shone
serene and fair to look upon;
and through that record still comes power
to lighten souls in death's dark hour.
O holy mind, for wisdom fit
wherein that Life of lives stood writ,
may we through minds of like accord
3. show forth the pattern of our Lord.
And so may all whose minds are dark
be led to truth by good Saint Mark,
and after this our earthly strife
stand written in the Book of Life.
Service Music: New Plainsong – David Hurd
Celebrant: Alleluia! Christ is risen.
People: The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!
Celebrant: May his grace and peace be with you.
People: May he fill our hearts with joy.
Collect for Purity
Kyrie p. 186
Gloria p. 186
Collect of the Day: Almighty God, by the hand of Mark the
evangelist you gave to your Church the gospel of Jesus
Christ, the Son of God. We thank you for his witness, and
pray that we may be grounded firmly in its truth; through
Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and
the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Children’s Focus led by Teresa Johnson
The Proclamation of the Word
A READING FROM THE BOOK OF ISAIAH 52: 7-10
Read by Dr. Neville Reid
4. How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger
who announces peace, who brings good news, who announces
salvation, who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.” Listen! Your
sentinels lift up their voices, together they sing for joy; for in
plain sight they see the return of the Lord to Zion. Break forth
together into singing, you ruins of Jerusalem; for the Lord has
comforted his people, he has redeemed Jerusalem. The Lord has
bared his holy arm before the eyes of all the nations; and all the
ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.
The word of the Lord: Thanks be to God.
PSALM 2:7-13 (Tone V.1)
7 Let me announce the decree of the LORD: *
he said to me / You are my Son this day have I be-got-ten
you.
8 Ask of me, and I will give you the nations for your
in-her-i-tance *
and the ends of the earth for your pos-ses-sion.
9 You shall crush them with an iron rod *
and shatter them like a piece of pot-ter-y.”
10 And now you kings be wise; *
be warned you ru-lers of the earth.
11 Submit to the LORD with fear, *
and with trembling bow be-fore him;
12 Lest he be angry and you per-ish; *
for his wrath is quick-ly kind-led.
13 Happy are they all *
who take re-fuge in him!
Glory be to the Father and to the Son:
and to the Ho-ly Spi-rit.
5. As it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be:
world with-out end A-men.
A READING FROM THE LETTER OF PAUL TO THE
EPHESIANS 4:7–8, 11–16 Read by Joyce Connell
Each of us was given grace according to the measure of Christ’s
gift. Therefore it is said, “When he ascended on high he made
captivity itself a captive; he gave gifts to his people.” The gifts
he gave were that some would be apostles, some prophets, some
evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for
the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until all
of us come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the
Son of God, to maturity, to the measure of the full stature of
Christ. We must no longer be children, tossed to and fro and
blown about by every wind of doctrine, by people’s trickery, by
their craftiness in deceitful scheming. But speaking the truth in
love, we must grow up in every way into him who is the head,
into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and knit together
by every ligament with which it is equipped, as each part is
working properly, promotes the body’s growth in building itself
up in love.
The word of the Lord: Thanks be to God.
Gospel Alleluia
Choir: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia
All: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia
Choir: Jesus said: ‘I give you a new commandment:
love one another, just as I have loved you.’
All: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia
Gospeller: The Lord be with you.
6. All: And also with you.
Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ
according to Mark 1: 1-15.
All: Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of
God. As it is written in the prophet Isaiah, “See, I am sending
my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way; the
voice of one crying out in the wilderness; ‘Prepare the way of
the Lord, make his paths straight,’” John the baptizer appeared
in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance
for the forgiveness of sins. And people from the whole Judean
countryside and all the people of Jerusalem were going out to
him, and were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing
their sins. Now John was clothed with camel’s hair, with a
leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey.
He proclaimed, “The one who is more powerful than I is
coming after me; I am not worthy to stoop down and untie the
thong of his sandals. I have baptized you with water; but he will
baptize you with the Holy Spirit.” In those days Jesus came
from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the
Jordan. And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw
the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on
him. And a voice came from heaven, “You are my Son, the
Beloved; with you I am well pleased.” And the Spirit
immediately drove him out into the wilderness. He was in the
wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan; and he was with the
wild beasts; and the angels waited on him. Now after John was
arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of
God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God
has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.”
Gospeller: The Gospel of Christ:
All: Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
7. Homily: Fr Jonathan Eayrs
Affirmation of Faith (Please stand as able.)
The Apostles’ Creed p. 189
Prayers of the People led by Fiona Strachan
(Please kneel, as able, for the Prayers of the People)
The Exchange of the Peace
The Celebration of the Eucharist
All who are baptized into Christ with water in the Name of the Holy
Trinity are welcome to receive Holy Communion. If you will not be
receiving, you are invited to come to the Communion rail for a
blessing. Please indicate this by crossing your arms over your chest.
Offertory Hymn 433 “Lord, you give the great commission”
(During this hymn the gifts of bread and wine are presented and
a collection is taken up.)
Prayer over the Gifts: God of our salvation, accept all we
offer you this day. May we learn to bear witness to the
gospel of your Son both in word and deed. This we ask in the
name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Eucharistic Prayer 3 p. 198
The Lord’s Prayer (sung)
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.
8. Forgive 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
Presider: Lord, we died with you on the cross.
All: Now we are raised to new life.
Presider: We were buried in your tomb.
All: Now we share in your resurrection.
Presider: Live in us, that we may live in you.
Communion Hymn
Come, gracious Spirit, heav’nly Dove,
With light and comfort from above;
Be Thou our Guardian, Thou our Guide,
O’er every thought and step preside.
The light of truth to us display,
And make us know and choose Thy way;
Plant holy fear in every heart,
That we from God may ne’er depart.
Lead us to holiness, the road
Which we must take to dwell with God;
Lead us to Christ, the living way,
Nor let us from His pastures stray.
Lead us to God, our final rest,
To be with Him forever blest;
Lead us to Heav’n, its bliss to share,
Fullness of joy forever there.
Communion Motet: Lord, for thy tender mercy’s sake
– Richard Farrant
9. Lord, for thy tender mercy's sake,
lay not our sins to our charge,
but forgive that is past,
and give us grace to amend our sinful lives.
To decline from sin and incline to virtue,
that we may walk in a perfect heart before thee,
now and evermore.
Presider: All your works praise you, O Lord.
All: And your faithful people bless you.
Gracious God
we thank you for feeding us
with the body and blood of your Son
Jesus Christ.
May we, who share his body,
live his risen life;
we, who drink his cup,
bring life to others;
we, whom the Spirit lights,
give light to the world.
Keep us firm in the hope you have set before
us, so that we and all your children shall be
free, and the whole earth live to praise your
name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Blessing
Announcements
Closing Hymn 325 “Angel voices, ever singing”
Dismissal: Deacon Grace
Postlude Music for Flute and Organ – Allegro (from Sonata
in G) – Giovanni Piatti (1690-1763)
(Fiona Strachan, flute)
We welcome our new members, newcomers and visitors today.
10. Refreshments are provided in the entrance area; please take a
moment to enjoy them and share in fellowship.
To help us know each other better and to provide ministry as
needed, please fill out the envelope available in the pews and
at the entrance to the church.
Today’s Liturgical Team:
Presider & Homilist: Fr. Jonathan Eayrs
Deacon: The Rev. Grace Caldwell-Hill
Communion Minister: Marina Russouw
Organist & Choirmaster: Neil Houlton
Server: Annie Strain
Sidespeople: (Team 4) Captain – Art Lowe;
Gary Davenport, Harold Sanders, Janis Clennett,
Marina Russouw, Rueben Russouw, Dr. John Harris
Chancel Guild: Grace Caldwell-Hill, Lyn Inniss
Today we remember in our Prayers:
Anglican Cycle of Prayer, Nebbi – (Uganda) The Rt Revd
Alphonse Watho-kudi
Diocesan Cycle, Good Samaritan, Port Stanton
Deanery Cycle, Bishop Patrick Yu
Parish Cycle, Our Sides Team Ministry
Outreach & Advocacy Cycle, St. Cuthbert, Leaside
& St. David’s, Donlands
Music Notes:
11. A reminder of the concert this afternoon at 2 pm, organized by
our Latvian friends. The performance features music for
saxophone and organ with guest artists Artis Simanis and
Kristine Adamaite. Artis is a saxophonist and the chair of the
Latvian Academy of Music. Kristine is the organist of the
Anglican Church in Riga and a lecturer at the Luther seminary.
Both have concertized extensively in Latvia, the Soviet Union
and Europe. This concert will be their only appearance in
Toronto. Please try to attend, enjoy the music and lend some
support to our ‘resident’ Latvian congregation. A freewill
offering will be taken.
Advance notice of a special service on Sunday 26 May at 2 pm.
The choir of St. Barnabas’ has been invited to participate in the
Latvian Lutheran service that day, a special commemoration of
Pentecost that will feature music and readings. Please join us.
There will be a collection, the proceeds from which are being
generously directed to the St. Barnabas’ Organ Restoration
Fund.
LIFE AND MINISTRY OF OUR COMMUNITY
Sunday School
Following the Children’s Focus, our church school members
will be meeting in the Study (through the doors by the chapel
and turn right). Members return again at Communion to rejoin
their families.
Monday Night Bible study
Bible study will continue on Monday, April 29th at 7:00 PM.
All are welcome.
Peter and the Dinosaurs – Special Children’s Concert,
Sunday, May 5th.
Free admission for Children under 12. Doors open 6 PM,
12. showtime 6:30 PM at St. Barnabas
Fr Jonathan will be the guest Narrator for "Peter and the Wolf."
Dear Friends,
Join us at St. Barnabas on May 5th for a program featuring
Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, as well as two new pieces by
Canadian composers Chris Thornborrow and Dean Burry. We’re
very excited to be sharing the stage with young performers as
well: the Musica Reflecta chamber orchestra will be joined
onstage by the Mississauga Festival Youth Choir, and young
pianist Laurelle Lassonde.
If that’s not enough to get you as excited as a kid at Christmas,
we are partnering with the visual artists of Madeleine
Collective, who are tapping into their childlike imaginations to
create an interactive visual installation coordinated with the
performance.
Book Club’s next meeting on June 4th
The St. Barnabas Book Club will meet in the Study at 10:30
AM on Tuesday, June 4th to discuss Fugitive Pieces by Ann
Michaels. New members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Organ Swell Campaign underway
Launched in Easter Week, phase two of the organ restoration
has already received a gratifying response. Your continuing
contributions will enable the enhancement of the organ’s sound
and range to be carried out this summer, ready to regale us in
September. Please direct donations to “The Swell Campaign.”
- Fr
J
13. WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK?
Monday, April 29th 7:00 PM Bible Study
In the Study
Thursday, May 2nd 8:00 PM Choir Practice
In the downstairs choir room
Sunday, May 5th 6:30 PM Peter and the Dinosaurs Children’s
Concert with Musica Reflecta
In the Church
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Thursday, May 2nd 12 noon Holy Eucharist
In the Chancel
Sunday, May 5th Easter 4
9:00 AM Said Eucharist
10:30 AM Choral Eucharist
Readings for this week: Acts 16: 9-15; Psalm 67
Revelation 21: 10, 22—22:5; John 14: 23-29
CLERGY Fr. Jonathan Eayrs
HONORARY ASSISTANT Fr. David Hoopes, OHC
DEACON The Rev. Grace Caldwell-Hill
LEADERSHIP TEAM Gary Davenport, Jane Smith
Lyn Inniss, Everod Miller,
Jan Booker
ORGANIST & CHOIRMASTER Neil Houlton
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR Mary Roycroft
Ranni
ORGANIST EMERITUS Dr. Eugene Gates