st. david's bulletin

PALM SUNDAY YEAR C! MARCH 24, 2013

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THE COLLECTAlmighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you s e n t y o u r S o n o u r Saviour Jesus Christ to take upon Him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of His grea t humil i ty : Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of His suffering, and also share in His resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

ST. DAVID’S CHURCHChrist Church, Barbados

With the

St. Basil’s Chapel

Rector:The Rev’d Canon Noel A. Burke, M.A. Tel. No.: 435-4272 E-mail: [email protected]

Assistant:The Very Rev’d William G. St. C. Dixon, CBE, MA (Dean Emeritus) Tel. No.: 427-3169 E-mail: [email protected]

And they brought it to Jesus, and throwing their garments on the colt they set Jesus upon it. And as he rode along, they spread their garments on the road. Luke 18: 35, 36

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ORDER OF THE HOLY MASS

LITURGY OF THE PALMS page 222Hymn 126For the distribution of the Palm Crosses Hymn 1277:45 Processional Hymn 144

THE LITURGY OF THE WORDCollect (Bulletin cover page) Page 165 1st Reading: Isaiah 45: 21-25Psalm 22: 1-11 (Page 493;Page 3 bulletin)2nd Reading: Philippians 2: 5-11Gradual Hymn 139THE HOLY GOSPEL: Luke 22: 39-71; 23: 1-56

(Booklet provided)The SermonIntercession B Page 107The Greeting of Peace 26

THE LITURGY OF THE SACRAMENTTHE OFFERTORY Hymn 141The Presentation of the Offerings Page 126The Sursum Corda Page 126Holy Week Preface Page 128“Therefore we praise you” Page 131Sanctus et Benedictus Qui Venit Page 131Consecration Prayer B Page 135The Lord’s Prayer Page 144The Breaking of Bread Page 144The Invitation Page 145Agnus Dei Page 147(Administration of Holy Communion) Communion Hymns *142, *651, 140, 131, 133 Post Communion Prayer Page 148

THE DISMISSAL RITEThe Blessing (Holy Week) Page 150Notices and AnnouncementsRecessional Hymn 147 Sacred Heart of Jesus, make my heart like your heart


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THE LESSONA Reading from the Word of God written in the Second Book of Isaiah Chapter 45 beginning at the 21st verse

Thus says the Lord, “Declare and present your case; let them take counsel together! Who told this long ago? Who declared it of old? Was it not I, the LORD? And there is no other god besides me, a righteous God and a Saviour; there is none besides me. "Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other. By myself I have sworn, from my mouth has gone forth in righteousness a word that shall not return: `To me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear. "Only in the LORD, it shall be said of me, are righteousness and strength; to him shall come and be ashamed, all who were incensed against him. In the LORD all the offspring of Israel shall triumph and glory."

Reader: Here ends the Reading.ALL: Thanks be to God.


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Psalm 22 Deus, Deus meus1 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? * and are so far from my cry and from the words of my distress? 2 O my God, I cry in the daytime, but you do not answer; * by night as well, but I find no rest. 3 Yet you are the Holy One, * enthroned upon the praises of Israel. 4 Our forefathers put their trust in you; * they trusted, and you delivered them. 5 They cried out to you and were delivered; * they trusted in you and were not put to shame. 6 But as for me, I am a worm and no man, * scorned by all and despised by the people. 7 All who see me laugh me to scorn; * they curl their lips and wag their heads, saying, 8 “He trusted in the Lord; let him deliver him; * let him rescue him, if he delights in him.” 9 Yet you are he who took me out of the womb, * and kept me safe upon my mother’s breast. 10 I have been entrusted to you ever since I was born; * you were my God when I was still in my mother’s womb. 11 Be not far from me, for trouble is near, * and there is none to help.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son;*and to the Holy Spirit;As it was in the beginning is now:*and shall be forever. Amen.


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THE EPISTLEA Reading from the Word of God written in the Letter to the Philippians Chapter 2 beginning at the 5th verse. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form he humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Reader: Here ends the ReadingAll: Thanks be to God.

THE HOLY GOSPEL

THE PASSION OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST ACCORDING TO LUKE

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Annual St. David’s Church Barbecue

Saturday 6 April, 2013 at 7:00pmAdults $45.00 Children $25.00


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From the Rector’s iPad

The various liturgical rites from Palm Sunday to Easter bring us to the observance of the origins of the Christian faith.

These rites and ceremonies are profound and solemn, they are rich in symbolic value and assist our meditation on those mighty acts by which Christ would bring salvation to the entire world.

Professor Patrick Regan tells us in an article entitled “The Three Days and the Forty Days” that in the early fourth century the Church’s annual celebration of the paschal mystery took the form of a festival lasting three days.

These three days, Maundy Thursday to Holy Saturday, are referred to as the Paschal or Easter Triduum.

Professor Regan states that during this time frame, the church ritually articulates, appropriates and meditates the central event of the Gospel - Jesus path and passage from death to life eternal.

It is vital to understand the significance of these days - in which over this three day period we celebrate the one event of Jesus’ return to the Father.

If we really take Christianity seriously it would be hard to ignore the event that is central to our faith.


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We have an obligation to participate in these rites in order that we may better understand the faith we hold so dear.

We are encouraged to join this week in the hymns, scripture texts, euchological prayers and symbolic actions.

By doing this we allow ourselves to be immersed in the saving acts of Christ in order that we may better understand why we “do this” Sunday by Sunday and at our mid-week mass.

Furthermore it is this saving event that inspires to to strive towards the wholeness that formed our reflection during the lenten season.

This week let us remember those who are lonely, in pain or afraid. Let us help them to see that the agony of Good Friday gives way to new life in the celebration of the paschal mystery.

Let us join together across our various congregations this coming weekend, to meet, pray, reflect, meditate and walk together as we make this pilgrim journey and celebrate the joy of Easter.

Your friend and priest,

Noel A. Burke, MA (The Rev’d Canon)Rector


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NEWS AND CURRENT EVENTSPALM SUNDAY AND HOLY WEEK

Today is Palm Sunday, the start of Holy Week. Palm Crosses will be distributed at all services today. Please see a list of services for Holy Week on page 11 of the bulletin.

PALM CROSSESWe express thanks to all who assisted with the making of palm crosses in preparation for today’s liturgy. You can place your palm cross in a prominent place in your home, room or office. The cross is a sign that we are pledged to Jesus Christ and that we are his soldiers and stewards.

EASTER DAYNext Sunday is Easter Day - the Day of our Lord Resurrection. Let us make sure that we offer God our worship and praise for the new life that comes through our Baptism

ANNUAL BARBECUEThe annual parish barbecue will be held on the evening of the Saturday of Easter week (Saturday 6 April) at 7:00pm in the car park. Please assist with the sale of tickets. Contribution: Adults $45:00; Children: $25:00. If you are interested in giving a ready-made dish or salad kindly indicate this to Mr William Jones before the event.

PARISH CONFERENCEOur annual Parish Conference is scheduled for Saturday, 6th April and will take place at Courtyard Marriott, Hastings, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Our theme is “Wholeness”. If you are interested in attending indicate this to Mrs. Muriel Niles or Mrs. Cynthia Reid. We need to have an idea of how many people are likely to participate.


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ARCHBISHOP'S TRAVELThe Archbishop of the West Indies, Primate and Metropolitan Dr. John Holder is in the United Kingdom and represented the Province at the enthronement of the Archbishop of Canterbury The Most Rev. Justin Welby on Wednesday 21 March.

WEDDING ANNIVERSARYCongratulations to Winston & Claudette Spencer who will celebrate 48 years of marriage on Thursday, 28th March. May God continue to bless them.

BIRTHDAYSMARCH 24: Carlisle Nicholls; 26: Prudence Hope; 27: Margaret Carter; 28: Veronica Headley, Kelan Phillips; 29: Kayla; 30: Emile Straker

THOSE REQUESTING OUR PRAYERSRoy Allman, Maureen Bagot & family, Carl Barrow, Etheline & Theophilus Best, Elrita Blackman, Joan & Cliff Bradford, Audine Brewster, Patricia Browne, Audley Croney, Estelle Davis, Nancy Durant, Jean Evelyn, Jean Farmer, Sylvia Fields, Betty Gill, Evelyn Gittens, Nigel Griffith, Carlotta Harewood, Henderson Haynes, Veronica Headley, Dr. William Huey, Eileen Hunte, Verona Inniss, Ruby Jones, Norma Kirton, Harriette Mason, Deanne & Selwyn Powlett, Ronald Rawlins, Clement Selman, Myrna Smith, Rachel Stampfli, Archibald Suttle, Evelyn “Brandy” Taylor, Cherie Tempro, Cynthia Thompson, Pamela Toppin, Deighton Whitney, April Williams, Jean Williams, Jennifer Williams, Peter Williams, Leslie Worrell, Vita Yarde

Warm Christian Greetings to all visitors


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COLOURING PAGE

Jesus rides on a donkey


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Holy Week ScheduleSunday 24 March Palm Sunday

6:15am Blessing and Distribution of Palm Crosses, Holy Mass & Sermon

8:00am Blessing and Distribution of Palm Crosses, Procession, Solemn Mass & Sermon

8:30am Blessing and Distribution of Palm Crosses, Holy Mass & Sermon (St. Basil)

10:00am Blessing and Distribution of Palm Crosses, Homily and Administration of Holy Communion

Wednesday in Holy Week 7:30pm Chrism Mass in the St. Michael’s Cathedral

Maundy Thursday7:30pm Solemn Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Solemn Translation of the Blessed Sacrament to the Altar of Repose

(All organisations to make their corporate communion)

Good Friday9:00am - 10:00am Good Friday Morning Service12:00 noon - 3:00pm Three Hour Devotion

Holy Saturday 7:00pm THE GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER(Please bring a candle)

Easter Day6:15am Holy Mass & Sermon8:00am Procession, Solemn Mass & Sermon8:30am Holy Mass & Sermon (St. Basil)


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CalendarToday- Palm Sunday6:15am Holy Mass & Sermon8:00am Pro. Solemn Mass & Sermon10:00am Palm Sunday LiturgyMonday in Holy Week 10:00am Silver Stars 5:30pm Line DancingTuesday in Holy Week9:30am Bible Study7:30pm Bible Study (St. Basil)Wednesday in Holy Week 7:30pm Chrism Mass in the Cathedral

Maundy Thursday7:30pm Solemn Mass & SermonGood Friday 9:00am Good Friday morning Service12:00 noon Three Hour DevotionHoly Saturday 9:00am Confirmation Class7:00pm GREAT VIGIL OF EASTERNext Sunday (Easter Day)6:15am Holy Mass & Sermon8:00 a.m. Pro. Solemn Mass & Sermon & Sunday SchoolSt. Basil’s Chapel8:30am Said Mass & Homily/ Sunday School

LECTORS & INTERCESSORS AT

MASS TODAY6:15am Lesson: Christa ThornhillEpistle: Kerry Massiah7:45amLesson:! Kyla HoyteEpistle:! Julawn Ifill8:30am Lesson: Beverley LewisEpistle: Samantha Peterkin

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