2 December 2018 Today’s Service

First Sunday of Advent

7.30am—Sung Eucharist

9.00am—Family Eucharist

This Week in the Parish

Tuesday 4

10.30am 11.50am 12noon

7.30apm

Guild Hoy—Maheno Room Drawing of Christmas Raffle

Guild Christmas Lunch—Maheno Room Parish Council—Maheno Room

Thursday 6 9.30am Mah-jong—Church

Friday 7 10.00am Eucharist

Saturday 8 3.00pm Scott and Emma’s Wedding

Sunday

9

7.30am 9.00am

9am—sold out 2-7pm

6.30pm

Sung Eucharist Family Eucharist Cake Stall—Lawn

Christmas Craft Fair– Maheno Room Carol Service—Lawn

Rector: The Reverend John Milburn

Email: john.milburn@stjohnsbulimba.org

Mobile 0415 838 239

Church Address: 171 Oxford Street, Bulimba Postal Address: PO Box 271, Bulimba Qld 4171

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THE SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION

Sentence for the Day:

Stand up and raise your heads; your redemption is drawing near. Luke 21.28

Hymns: 7.30am Eucharist:- TIS: 158, 520, 163, 272.

First Sunday of Advent

Today we light the first candle of the Advent wreath. This is the candle of HOPE. With Christians around the world, we use this light to help us prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of God’s Son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ. May we receive God’s light as we hear the words of the prophet Isaiah: "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness -- on them light has shined." -- Isaiah 9:2 Let us pray: Lord as we look to the birth of Jesus, grant that the light of your love for us will help us to become lights in the lives of those around us. Prepare our hearts for the joy and gladness of your coming, for Jesus is our hope. Amen.

The Collect for the Day:

Eternal God, you have taught us that the night is far spent and the day is at hand: Keep us awake and alert, watching for your kingdom, and make us strong in faith, so that when Christ comes in glory to judge the earth, we may go our joyfully to greet him; and, with all your saints, may worship you for ever; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

1st Reading: Jeremiah 33.14-16 Susan Rowe Joanne Wood The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will fulfil the promise I made to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. In those days and at that time I will cause a right-eous Branch to spring up for David; and he shall execute justice and righteousness in the land. In those days Judah will be saved and Jerusalem will live in safety. And this is the name by which it will be called: ‘The Lord is our righteousness.’

Psalm 25.1-10 (verses said alternately between the reader and congregation)

1. To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul.

2. O my God, in you I trust; do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult

over me.

3. Do not let those who wait for you be put to shame; let them be ashamed who are

wantonly treacherous.

4. Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.

5. Lead me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; for you I wait

all day long.

6. Be mindful of your mercy, O Lord, and of your steadfast love, for they have been from

of old.

7. Do not remember the sins of my youth or my transgressions; according to your

steadfast love remember me, for your goodness’ sake, O Lord!

8. Good and upright is the Lord; therefore he instructs sinners in the way.

9. He leads the humble in what is right, and teaches the humble his way.

10. All the paths of the Lord are steadfast love and faithfulness, for those who keep his

covenant and his decrees.

2nd Reading: 1 Thessalonians 3. 9-13 Linda Mitchell Laura Bentley

How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you? Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and restore whatever is lacking in your faith. Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Fa-ther at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.

Gospel: Luke 21. 25-38

‘There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see “the Son of Man coming in a cloud” with power and great glory. Now when these things begin to take place, stand up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.’ Then he told them a parable: ‘Look at the fig tree and all the trees; as soon as they sprout leaves you can see for yourselves and know that summer is already near. So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. ‘Be on guard so that your hearts are not weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and the worries of this life, and that day does not catch you unexpectedly, like a trap. For it will come upon all who live on the face of the whole earth. Be alert at all times, praying that you may have the strength to escape all these things that will take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.’ Every day he was teaching in the temple, and at night he would go out and spend the night on the Mount of Olives, as it was called. And all the people would get up early in the morning to listen to him in the temple.

‘Carols by Candlelight’

on the Church lawn.

Starting at 6.30pm.

Parish Prayers The Anglican Cycle of Prayer: In The World: - The Reformed Episcopal Church of Spain (E-P to the Archbishop of Canterbury): † Carlos López Lozano The Diocese of Adelaide: †Geoff Smith, †Timothy Harris, †Chris McLeod; Clergy

& People In The Diocese: The Parish of Chermside: Jim Nolan - Locum, Gay Nye, Canon Don Edwards,

Brian Hanley Anglicare SQ - Community Aged & Disability - Logan Anglican Church Grammar School, East Brisbane: Headmaster - Alan Campbell;

Chaplain - Bryan Gadd; Chair of School Council - Daniel O’Connor, members of School Council; staff and students

Locally: For all preparing for the Festive Season. Pray for The Sick: Joel, Valmai, Bronwyn, Duncan Family, Steph, Kerrie, John, Roselee, Esther, Linda, Drew, Kerry, Helena, Audrey, Dawn, Chris, Stephanie, Andrew, Sue.

(NOTE: under the Federal Privacy Act, consent of the person you wish to pray for must be obtained. No details of need / illness can be published without consent)

The First Sunday of Advent– Sunday 2 December 2018– Year C begins today Jeremiah 33.14-16; Psalm 25.1-10;1 Thessalonians 3.9-13; Luke 21.25-38 Happy New Year! Today, our new liturgical year that honours the Gospel of Luke begins with Advent, that season of eager, patient, and watchful anticipation. Jeremiah sets the stage with God’s promise of a saviour who will rule with justice and righteousness, bringing safety and peace to Jerusalem (and to our world). Embers of hope glow in our hearts as we wait and watch for the signs of His coming. Pray for those who wait in the darkness of illness, want, and need, both physical and spiritual. Pray for the Nippon Sei Ko Kai, the Anglican Church of Japan, giving thanks for the work they do to further God’s mission in the world. Text: The Rev Laurette Glasgow, Special Advisor for Government Relations for the Anglican Church of Canada and the Diocese of Ottawa. © Anglican Board of Mission, 2018

Cake Stall: (A major fundraiser for the Parish)

Next stall is on Sunday 9th December, in the morning and in conjunction with the Christ-mas Fayre in the afternoon. This will be our Christmas Cake Stall so donations of Christmas goodies such as small Christmas Cakes, Christmas puddings, mince pies, jams and sweets are popular.

We will also be taking orders for cakes, puddings etc from the congregation so please contact the Parish Office if you would like to reserve an item.

Today is the Parish Christmas Lunch

Our Parish Christmas Lunch will be held today Sunday 2nd December, the first day

of our new liturgical year, at 12.00 noon in the Maheno Room.

This will be a cold lunch. Please indicate on the sheet at the back of the church

whether you will be able to contribute a main course (cold meat or cold vegetarian),

a salad or a dessert. BYO drinks. We hope everyone will be able to join us.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES

December 24th Christmas Eve

6.00pm—Christingle Service, a very special way to celebrate the coming of Je-

sus. Very family orientated. (the children love it.)

11.30pm—Mid-night Eucharist

December 25th Christmas Day

7.30am—Sung Eucharist

9.00am—Family Eucharist

December 30th

8.30am- Eucharist

January 6th

8.30am- Eucharist

No Friday Eucharist until 11th January

January 13th

7.30am – Sung Eucharist

9.00am –Family Eucharist

WHAT WE DO

Knitting Circle: The knitting circle meets once a month in the Maheno room, knitting squares which are then joined and made into rugs, beanies, and crocheting tea towels. Anyone wishing to join this lovely group of ladies and do some knitting or crocheting or anyone wanting to learn to knit or crochet is very welcome to come along; the next one is on Wednesday 19th December, at 9.30am. A lovely morning tea is served.

St. John’s Guild: The Guild Christmas Hoy and luncheon is on Tuesday 4th December in the Maheno Room. Starting at 10.30am with Hoy, followed at 11.50am with the drawing of the Christmas Raffle .A light luncheon will be served at 12noon. The final Guild meeting (no Hoy) will be on Tuesday 11th December in the Maheno Room at 10.00am

Mah-jong Group: The Mah-jong Group meets Thursday morning from 9.30am—12.30pm in the Church. If you can play mah-jong, or would like to learn, please join us. Tea and coffee is supplied.

Little Children’s Church: Little Children’s Church happens each Sunday in term-time, during the 9:00am service. We have stories and activities for children aged 3-years to Year 2, and younger children are also very welcome to attend with a parent. If you are visiting or here for the first time, your children are very welcome to join us.

Teen Church: Teen Church is an exciting youth programme offered during School term time at St John’s. Each term the teens are invited to participate in 3 sessions exploring the Bible and their faith as well as ‘In Service’ services at the 9am Family service. They engage in ministry tasks and liturgical roles in the ‘In Service’ services which encourage their growth as Anglicans serving the community. Occasional group outings and fundraising events also form part of the Teen Church programme. This term we are exploring Fishing For God today and on 25th November.

An Invitation to Jamee-Lee and Damian’s Wedding

Jamee-Lee and Damian have invited all parishioners from St John’s to join them at the

Celebration of their Marriage on Thursday 27th December at 3.30pm in the Cathedral.

Nibbles in the Narthex will follow. Dress is bright casual! See noticeboard by church

door.

RSVP for catering purposes to damianjameewedding@gmail.com

Next Weeks Readings

The Second Sunday of Advent

Sunday 9 December 2018

Malachi 3.1-4

For the Psalm: Song of Zechariah

Philippians 1.1-11

Luke 3.1-6

Weekly Giving : Budget $1775/Week;

Last Week $ 1239.10

Yearly giving is $34, 744.65 under budget

Rostered Duties 7.30am 9.00am

L.A.’s Peter Johnston

Susan Rowe Roland Sowerby

Sarah Davies

Readers Georgina Greenhill

Ruth Southgate Sarah Davies

O’mezie Ekwudu

Door Lionel Rowe

Margaret Salter Bob and Glenda Lee

Lisa Hooper

Tea / Coffee Roslyn Thomson Allan Thomson

Romani Family

Offertory

Counter

June Parker Pam Ganly

Flowers No flowers during Advent