St. Barnabas (Chester) Anglican ChurchThe Church in the Marketplace

Embracing the Community

10:30 AM

Fifth Sunday in LentMarch 25, 2012

361 Danforth Ave., Toronto M4K 1P1416-463-1344

www.stbarnabas-toronto.com

Let us faithfully witness to the Risen Jesus, giving generously of our lives and substance for the relief of the poor and the sharing

of the Gospel, bringing encouragement to all.

(From the COLLECT for ST. BARNABAS)Welcome to St. Barnabas (Chester) Anglican Church

The Church in the MarketplaceEmbracing the Community

Our 10:30 AM Worship Service begins on page 185 of the green Book of Alternative Services.

Organ Prelude Prelude in G - Felix Mendelssohn The Gathering of God’s PeopleProcessional Hymn 564 “Lead us, heavenly Father” (Mannheim)

The Penitential RiteThe sacrifice of God is a broken and contrite heart. O God, you will not despise.

Dear friends in Christ, as we prepare to worship almighty God, let us with penitent and obedient hearts confess our sins, that we may obtain forgiveness by God’s infinite goodness and mercy.

Silence

All: Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbours as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us, that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways to the glory of your name. Amen.

Almighty God, have mercy upon us, pardon and deliver us from all our sins, confirm and strengthen us in all goodness, and keep us in eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Kyrie EleisonKyrie eleison Lord, have mercyChriste eleison Christ, Have mercyKyrie eleison Lord, have mercy

Collect for the Day: Most merciful God, by the death and resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ, you created humanity anew. May the power of his victorious cross transform those who turn in faith to him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Children’s Focus led by Teresa Johnson

A READING FROM THE BOOK OF JEREMIAH 31: 31–34 read by Jan BookerThe days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. It will not be like the covenant that I made with their ancestors when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt—a covenant that they broke, though I was their husband, says the Lord. But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each

other, “Know the Lord,” for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, says the Lord; for I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more.

Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People. Thanks be to God.

PSALM 119: 9-16 (Tone III.4) How shall a young man cleanse his way * By keeping to your words.

With my whole heart I seek you; * let me not stray from your com-mand-ments.

I treasure your pro-mise in my heart, * that I may not sin a-gainst you.

Blessed are you O LORD; * instruct me in your sta-tutes.

With my lips will I recite * all the judgments of your mouth.

I have taken greater delight in the way of your decrees * than in all manner of ri-ches.

I will meditate on your com-mand-ments * and give attention to your ways.

My delight is in your sta-tutes; * I will not for-get your word.

Glory be to the Father and to the Sonand to the Ho-ly Spi-rit.

As it was in the beginning is now and e-ver shall be world without end A-men.

A READING FROM THE LETTER TO THE HEBREWS 5: 5–10 read by Teresa JohnsonChrist did not glorify himself in becoming a high priest, but was appointed by the one who said to him, “You are my Son, today I have begotten you”; as he says also in another place, “You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.” In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to the one who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission. Although he was a Son, he learned obedience through what he suffered; and having been made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him, having been designated by God a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.

Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People. Thanks be to God.

Gospel AcclamationChoir: Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal gloryAll: Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal gloryChoir: If anyone serves me he must follow me;

wherever I am, there must be my servant also, says the Lord.

All: Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory

Gospeller: The Lord be with you.All: And also with you.Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ

according to John 12: 20-33.All: Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ.Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. Jesus answered them, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. Those who love their life lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me, the Father will honour. Now my soul is troubled. And what should I say—‘Father, save me from this hour’? No, it is for this reason that I have come to this hour. Father, glorify your name.” Then a voice came from heaven, “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.” The crowd standing there heard it and said that it was thunder. Others said, “An angel has spoken to him.” Jesus answered, “This voice has come for your sake, not for mine. Now is the judgement of this world; now the ruler of this world will be driven out. And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” He said this to indicate the kind of death he was to die.

Gospeller: The Gospel of Christ:

All: Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

Homily

Affirmation of Faith p. 189Prayers of the People led by Fiona StrachanWe Share the Peace of Christ

We Offer Our Gifts to GodOffertory Hymn 185 “Sing, my tongue, the glorious battle” (Oriel)

Prayer over the Gifts: Eternal God, your only Son suffered death upon the cross to bring the world salvation. Accept the praise and thanksgiving we offer you this day, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.

The Eucharist: God’s Spirit Transforms Our Gifts“People of all ages and denominations who are baptized into Christ

are invited and encouraged to share in communion. If you will not be receiving bread and wine, we would be pleased if you would join us at

the Lord’s Table for a blessing.”Eucharistic Prayer 2 p. 196The Lord’s Prayer p. 211

The Breaking of the Bread Celebrant: We break this bread, All: Communion in Christ’s body once brokenCelebrant: Let your Church be the wheat which bears its

fruit in dyingAll: If we have died with him, we shall live with

him; if we hold firm, we shall reign with him.

Communion Hymn 49 “Draw near and take” (Song 46)

Prayer after Communion: Merciful God, you have called us to your table and fed us with the bread of life. Draw us and all people to your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.

Sharing God’s Love in the WorldThe Doxology p. 214 AnnouncementsRecessional Hymn 438 “O Jesus, I have promised” (Wolvercote)DismissalOrgan Postlude Fugue in G - Felix Mendelssohn

We welcome all who are new or visiting today. If we can serve you or you wish to know more about the church, please fill out

a visitors envelope, available in pews or at back of church.

Today we remember in our Prayers:

Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, Nottawasaga DeaneryDeanery Cycle, Church of the ResurrectionParish Cycle of Prayer, Our Chancel GuildSJAC Cycle, John Gibson House (LOFT) & Khariysa Centre

Today’s Liturgical Team:Celebrant & Homilist: The Rev. Dr. Harold ShepherdGuest Speaker: Chris MillerDeacon: The Rev. Grace Caldwell-HillOrganist: Neil HoultonCommunion Minister: Eleanor MorganServer: Manning WhitbySidespeople: (Team 5) Captain – Janet Booker; Jan Booker, Muriel Beard, Joyce Connell, Winston Dottin, Irving StouteChancel Guild: Joyce Connell, Winifred Dottin

Music Notes:Next Sunday (Palm Sunday) the choir is singing a longer-than-usual piece of music in an unusual place in the service. Instead of an organ prelude, the service will begin with a wonderful work called "Procession of Palms" by Malcolm Williamson, an Australian born, UK based composer who was Master of the Queen's Musick until his death in 2003. It is a very fitting way in which to begin the exuberance of Palm Sunday.

LIFE AND MINISTRY OF OUR COMMUNITY

Welcome back, Chris!Today we once again welcome theologian and activist Chris Miller as our guest speaker.

Easter Letter today!Don’t forget to pick up your Easter letter from the back of the church today.

Final Session today!Lenten Study Series - Ethical Decision-Making and the Hebrew Bible Work sessions will be held in the side chapel following the 10:30 service. A light lunch will be available in Rev. Shepherd’s study. Everyone is welcome. Today’s topic: Jeremiah and the Right to Refuse dangerous Work.

Today’s concert postponedUnfortunately the concert scheduled for this afternoon has had to be postponed. Please pass this information on to anyone you know from outside St. Barnabas' who might have been planning to attend.

Monday Night Bible study Bible study with Grace in the rector’s study will continue on March 26th at 7:00 PM. The topic of discussion will be The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican. Luke 18: 9-14.

All are welcome. Next Monday, April 2nd, the group will be attending the Bishop’s Holy Week Mission at St. Luke’s, rather than meeting at St. Barnabas. (See below.)

Loving the BibleWithout losing your mind! – A Holy Week Mission led by Bishop Patrick Yu. This 3-evening discussion series will explore critical issues regarding scripture and using the Bible beneficially. Attend as many evenings as you are able and please note that no prior experience is necessary. All are welcome to come to this free event. Monday, April 2nd, Tuesday, April 3rd and Wednesday, April 4th – 6:45 to 8:30 PM. Church of St. Luke, 904 Coxwell Ave. 416-421-6878

St. Barnabas Book Club hosts authorOn Wednesday, April 4th, St. Barnabas’ Book Club will be hosting a reading by Toronto author, Andrew Borokowski, whose book of short stories, Copernicus Avenue, we will bediscussing.

A Conference at WycliffeMutual Responsibility and Interdependence: Covenant, Communion, and the Future of Global Anglicanism – Thursday, May 10th and Friday, May 11th. For full conference details visit www.wycliffecollege.ca/covenant. There are several application forms at the back of the church.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK?

Monday, March 26th 7:00 PM Monday Night Bible studyIn the rector’s study

Thursday, March 29th 11 AM – 1 PM Doors Open for Prayer

Thursday, March 29th 7:45 PM Choir Practice

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Thursday, March 29th 12 noon Holy EucharistIn the Chancel

Sunday, April 1st Palm Sunday9:00 AM Said Eucharist

10:30 AM Choral Eucharist

Readings: Isaiah 50: 4-9a; Psalm 31: 9-16Philippians 2: 5-11; Mark 14: 1–15: 47

CLERGY The Rev. Dr. Harold ShepherdHONORARY ASSISTANT Fr. David Hoopes, OHCDEACON The Rev. Grace Caldwell-HillLEADERSHIP TEAM Gary Davenport, Jane Smith Lyn Inniss, Everod Miller, Jan BookerORGANIST & CHOIRMASTER Neil HoultonPARISH ADMINISTRATOR Mary Roycroft RanniORGANIST EMERITUS Dr. Eugene Gates