| † St Andrews Proclaiming Christ in Clewer 02 Jan 2022 – Epiphany  THE ALL AGE EUCHARIST SERVICE WILL BE HELD IN PERSONAT ST ANDREWS CHURCH AT 10.30AM Welcome This week we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany, where Jesus is revealed to the whole world, and we remember how the wise men came from the East, following a star, and seeking the newborn king, and worship the Christ child. Perhaps it is helpful for us to bring to mind those times when we failed to be the light of Christ in our families, our workplaces, and our communities. Perhaps we can call to mind the times when we have found it easier to stay in darkness than to choose the light, or the times when we have failed to see the light of Jesus shining in other people, or maybe the times when we have failed to reflect the lights of God to those around us. Perhaps it is hard for us precisely because the story of the wise men is so familiar to us. To the shepherds and the wise men this was revolutionary. Things like this didn’t happen. Angels did not routinely appear at the sheepfold, and those who studied the sky didn’t travel hundreds of miles for just any old star. But once the glory of God had been revealed in this child, nothing could ever be the same again. So, it is up to us to stand in the light of that Epiphany, that new dawn, and reflect the light of the world, Jesus. Every Blessing Canon Brian |
| COLLECT O God, who by the leading of a star manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth: mercifully grant that we, who know you now by faith, may at last behold your glory face to face; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. All Amen READINGS (only the Gospel will be read at the morning service) Isaiah 60.1-6 Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you. For darkness shall cover the earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the Lord will arise upon you, and his glory will appear over you. Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. Lift up your eyes and look around; they all gather together, they come to you; your sons shall come from far away, and your daughters shall be carried on their nurses’ arms. Then you shall see and be radiant; your heart shall thrill and rejoice, because the abundance of the sea shall be brought to you, the wealth of the nations shall come to you. A multitude of camels shall cover you, the young camels of Midian and Ephah; all those from Sheba shall come. They shall bring gold and frankincense, and shall proclaim the praise of the Lord. This is the word of the Lord. All Thanks be to God. Psalm 72.1-7 1 Give the king your judgements, O God, and your righteousness to the son of a king. 2 Then shall he judge your people righteously and your poor with justice. 3 May the mountains bring forth peace, and the little hills righteousness for the people. 4 May he defend the poor among the people, deliver the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. 5 May he live as long as the sun and moon endure, from one generation to another. 6 May he come down like rain upon the mown grass, like the showers that water the earth. 7 In his time shall righteousness flourish, and abundance of peace till the moon shall be no more. Ephesians 3.1-12 This is the reason that I Paul am a prisoner for Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles – for surely you have already heard of the commission of God’s grace that was given to me for you, and how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I wrote above in a few words, a reading of which will enable you to perceive my understanding of the mystery of Christ. In former generations this mystery was not made known to humankind, as it has now been revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit: that is, the Gentiles have become fellow-heirs, members of the same body, and sharers in the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel. Of this gospel I have become a servant according to the gift of God’s grace that was given to me by the working of his power. Although I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given to me to bring to the Gentiles the news of the boundless riches of Christ, and to make everyone see what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who created all things; so that through the church the wisdom of God in its rich variety might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. This was in accordance with the eternal purpose that he has carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord, in whom we have access to God in boldness and confidence through faith in him. This is the word of the Lord. All Thanks be to God. GOSPEL READING Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. All Glory to you, O Lord. Matthew 2.1-12 In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, ‘Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.’ When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. They told him, ‘In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: “And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel.” ’ Then Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, ‘Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage.’ When they had heard the king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure-chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road. This is the Gospel of the Lord. All Praise to you, O Christ. PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION – FROM TIMES & SEASONS Let us worship the Saviour with joy and make our prayer to our heavenly Father. The magi came from the east to worship your Son: Father, grant to Christians everywhere the spirit of adoration … Lord of glory, hear our prayer. The infant Christ received gifts of gold, incense and myrrh: Father, accept the offering of our hearts and minds at the beginning of this year. Lord of glory, hear our prayer. The kingdoms of this world have become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ: Father, grant an abundance of peace to your world. Lord of glory, hear our prayer. The Holy Family lived in exile and in the shadow of death: Father, look in mercy on all who are poor and powerless, and all who suffer … Lord of glory, hear our prayer. Your Son shared the life of his home and family at Nazareth: Father, protect in your love our neighbours, our families and this community of which we are a part … Lord of glory, hear our prayer. Father, we rejoice in our fellowship with the shepherds, the angels, the magi, the Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph and all the faithful departed. In your unfailing love for us and for all people, hear and answer our prayers through your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Lord God, the bright splendour whom the nations seek: may we who with the wise men have been drawn by your light discern the glory of your presence in your Son, the Word made flesh, Jesus Christ our Lord. All Amen Listen to Revd Rosie’s Sermon for Christmas Day NOTICESSUNDAY 5.00PM EUCHARIST READINGS (IN CHURCH) The readings for the 5.00pm first Sunday of the month Eucharist service are the same as the morning’s readings. The service will be held at St Andrews, and there is no Evening Prayer on Sunday. Isaiah 60.1-6 Psalm 72.1-7 Ephesians 3.1-12 Matthew 2.1-12 SERVICES FOR JANUARY Evening Prayer Zoom resumes Tuesday 04 Jan (Tuesdays and Thursdays) Prayers & Bears resumes at St Agnes on Friday 07 Jan Sun 02 Jan 10.30am Epiphany – Family Eucharist in Church 5.00pm Eucharist in Church Sun 09 Jan 10.30am Baptism of Christ – Parish Eucharist in Church 5.00pm Evening Prayer – Zoom Sun 16 Jan 10.30am Epiphany 2 – Parish Eucharist in Church 5.00pm Evening Prayer – Zoom Sun 23 Jan 10.30am Epiphany 3 – Parish Eucharist in Church 5.00pm Evening Prayer – Zoom Sun 30 Jan 10.30am Candlemas – Parish Eucharist in Church 5th Sunday – no Evening Prayer REVD ROSIE’S SABBATICAL Revd Rosie will be on Sabbatical from January for 3 months, Canon Brian Shenton will be holding the fort. Services will continue as normal, keeping our distance, and wearing a mask etc. Any queries, or if you need a priest during this time please email office@clewerparish.org or if urgent, phone 07490 094261 WINDSOR FOODSHARE They need basic food please, anything welcome, especially: Tinned meat · Tinned fish · Tinned vegetables· Soup · Rice · Herbs/Spices Cooking sauces · Instant mash · Tea bags/Instant coffee · Sugar Breakfast cereals · UHT milk · Tinned desserts · Cereal bars/biscuits · Jams · Fruit juice/Squash More information here: https://www.windsorfoodshare.org.uk/food-donations PLEASE PRAY FOR The Suffering: Blake, Sam, Reuben, Don, Karl, Hugh and Sarah, Joanna, Pam, Holly, Hugo, Frank and Barbara, Bill, Suzanne, Christopher, Jackie, Alan, Norman and Diane, and Patricia. Refugees, Prisoners, the Homeless and those who mourn. The Departed: those recently departed this life, including Richard Chandler, and those whose anniversaries fall at this time. Those being Baptised: Community Prayers: Clewer Green School, the head teacher Martin Tinsley and all the pupils, staff and governors. For all our Care Homes, for the safety of residents and staff. Parish Cycle of Prayer: Please pray for all who live in St Leonards Hill, Bridewell, Chestnut Drive, Gratton Drive, Fairlawn Park, Dower Park, Poolmans Road, Snowdon Close, Turnoak Park, and Brudenell. Anglican Cycle of Prayer: please pray for the Province de L’Eglise Anglicane Du Congo. Please pray also for the Churches in these Dioceses in Nigeria: Isiala-Ngwa, Isial-Ngwa South, Isikwuato, Northern Izon, Western Izon, and the Diocese of Jabalpur (North India). Please continue to pray for and support your neighbours and families in any way you can whilst keeping yourself safe. CHURCH FINANCES – MESSAGE FROM ANDREW Thank you to everyone for all you have been able to give in this difficult time. Please consider continuing your regular giving by paying directly to our bank account, the details of which are: HSBC Bank, High Street, Windsor Sort Code: 40-47-37 Account number: 11373366 Account name: PCC St Andrews Church or if your bank doesn’t like this Parochial Church Council St Andrews Clewer Parish You may wish to consider transferring to the Parish Giving Scheme, which we promoted in previous years. Details are on our page on their web site: https://bit.ly/2XCLuCr [https://www.parishgiving.org.uk/donors/find-your-parish/clewer-st-andrew-windsor/] We also have the printed application forms available, please contact the Parish Office by email.CONTACTS The Parish Office is now closed. The Office Number is: 07490 094261 Email: office@clewerparish.org Parish Website: www.standrewsclewer.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/standrewsclewer Churchwarden: Stuart Cockman Safeguarding Policy: www.standrewsclewer.org/safeguarding-policy Safeguarding Officer: clewerparishsafeguarding@gmail.com |