| † St Andrews Proclaiming Christ in Clewer 02 March 2025 The Sunday Next before Lent |
 Welcome We meet to worship the God who shines in glory, to listen to God’s word and to follow the Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. The first reading is Exodus 34, 29 to the end. After God gives him the Ten Commandments, Moses’ face shines with the light of God’s glory, so he keeps his face veiled from the people. The second reading is 2 Corinthians 3, 12 to 4, 2. Turning to Jesus enables us to see God clearly. God’s glory is reflected in our faces, and we are transformed in the likeness of the living God. The Gospel is Luke 9, 28 to 36. God’s glory shines in the face of Jesus as he stands on the mountain with Moses and Elijah. God speaks to the firm Jesus as God’s Son. In deliberately seeking God in prayer and reflecting on our stories and experiences in the light of Jesus, we are enabled to see God more clearly. And in listening to Jesus, God’s Son, and truly following his example, we are transformed in the image of Jesus’ likeness and reflect God’s glory in the world. Canon Brian COLLECT Almighty Father, whose Son was revealed in majesty before he suffered death upon the cross: give us grace to perceive his glory, that we may be strengthened to suffer with him and be changed into his likeness, from glory to glory; who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. now and for ever. Amen READINGS Exodus 34.29-end Moses came down from Mount Sinai. As he came down from the mountain with the two tablets of the covenant in his hand, Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone because he had been talking with God. When Aaron and all the Israelites saw Moses, the skin of his face was shining, and they were afraid to come near him. But Moses called to them; and Aaron and all the leaders of the congregation returned to him, and Moses spoke with them. Afterwards all the Israelites came near, and he gave them in commandment all that the Lord had spoken with him on Mount Sinai. When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil on his face; but whenever Moses went in before the Lord to speak with him, he would take the veil off, until he came out; and when he came out, and told the Israelites what he had been commanded, the Israelites would see the face of Moses, that the skin of his face was shining; and Moses would put the veil on his face again, until he went in to speak with him. This is the word of the Lord Thanks be to God 2 Corinthians 3.12-4.2 Since, then, we have such a hope, we act with great boldness, not like Moses, who put a veil over his face to keep the people of Israel from gazing at the end of the glory that was being set aside. But their minds were hardened. Indeed, to this very day, when they hear the reading of the old covenant, that same veil is still there, since only in Christ is it set aside. Indeed, to this very day whenever Moses is read, a veil lies over their minds; but when one turns to the Lord, the veil is removed. Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And all of us, with unveiled faces, seeing the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit. Therefore, since it is by God’s mercy that we are engaged in this ministry, we do not lose heart. We have renounced the shameful things that one hides; we refuse to practise cunning or to falsify God’s word; but by the open statement of the truth we commend ourselves to the conscience of everyone in the sight of God. This is the word of the Lord Thanks be to God Gospel Reading Luke 9.28-36 Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. Glory to you, O Lord. Now about eight days after these sayings Jesus took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And while he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became dazzling white. Suddenly they saw two men, Moses and Elijah, talking to him. They appeared in glory and were speaking of his departure, which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem. Now Peter and his companions were weighed down with sleep; but since they had stayed awake, they saw his glory and the two men who stood with him. Just as they were leaving him, Peter said to Jesus, ‘Master, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah’—not knowing what he said. While he was saying this, a cloud came and overshadowed them; and they were terrified as they entered the cloud. Then from the cloud came a voice that said, ‘This is my Son, my Chosen; listen to him!’ When the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. And they kept silent and in those days told no one any of the things they had seen. This is the Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. INTERCESSIONS Holy God, we are all companions on a spiritual journey and so as we travel together, let us pray together. Loving God, bless and guide our ministers and leaders as we enter the Lenten season of penitence and discipline, help us to be alive to your Spirit, who searches all our hearts and renews our lives as we offer our faith and obedience. We especially pray for the success of our Parish’s Lenten Activities starting next week. Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer Creator God, we know that we are part of the problems that the world faces, and we know that wherever there is resentment between people there will be tension. We pray that those who lead us and the other nations of the world will always try to solve issues in a peaceful way, and intervene in the world’s conflicts with forethought and common sense. We pray for our Royal Family and commend them to your love. Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer Father God, we pray for the families and communities we represent asking that we may have a spirit of generosity, respect and understanding at all times and may we always be able to help each other just as you love and help us. Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer Almighty God, we place into your gentle hands those who are sick. Ease their pain, and heal the damage done to them in body, mind or spirit. Be with them through the support of their friends, families, doctors and nurses and help them to be aware that they are surrounded with the prayers of the faithful. Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer Merciful God, we remember with thanksgiving before you those who have died in Christ, and those whose faith is known to you alone. Be especially close to those they have left behind as they journey to the New Jerusalem. Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer Faithful God, in the week that lies before us may we reflect your love in the way that we live our lives so that the world can see that we are followers of Christ and by our words and actions draw others into his loving care. Merciful father: accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen Adapted from the Chaplaincy of the Holy Spirit Costa Blanca POST COMMUNION Holy God, we see your glory in the face of Jesus Christ: may we who are partakers at his table reflect his life in word and deed, that all the world may know his power to change and save. This we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Listen to Revd Rosie’s Sermon from last Sunday LISTEN NOTICES EVENING SERVICE ON SUNDAY The Sunday evening service is Eucharist at 5.00pm. Readings As in the morning SERVICES FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS Church open every day 10.00am until dusk. Evening Prayer Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5.00pm via Zoom (until Lent) Mass on Wednesdays at 12.00 during Lent, followed by Lent Lunch Sun 02 Mar 10.30am All Age Eucharist – Sunday next before Lent 5.00pm Eucharist Wed 05 Mar Ash Wednesday 12.00 Eucharist – with imposition of ashes 7.00pm Eucharist – with imposition of ashes Sun 09 Mar 10.30am Parish Eucharist – 1st Sunday of Lent 5.00pm Evening Prayer Sun 16 Mar 10.30am Parish Eucharist – 2nd Sunday of Lent 3.00pm Wild Worship 5.00pm Evening Prayer Sun 23 Mar 10.30am Parish Eucharist – 3rd Sunday of Lent 5.00pm Evening Prayer Sun 30 Mar 10.30am Parish Eucharist – 4th Sunday of Lent No evening service (5th Sunday) PLEASE PRAY FOR The Suffering: Sam, Matt, Al, John C, Sharon, Vivienne, Stef, John F, Joanna, Jane P, and Tom B. Refugees, Prisoners, the Homeless and those who mourn. The Departed: Mary Brown, all those recently departed this life, and those whose anniversaries fall at this time. Baptisms: Lacey-Mai, Felix, and Willow. Weddings: Community Prayers: Clewer Green School, Mrs Branch, Mr Seymour, and all the staff, pupils, staff and governors. The new Bible Explorers Group. Busy Buttons CORE Charity and for all the work that they do. For all our Care Homes, for the safety of residents and staff. We pray also for Windsor Christian Action, and the work of the Homeless Project, Street Angels, FoodShare, and the Alma Beacon Hub. Please pray for the PCC as they work through the Mission Action Plan and discern God’s mission in Clewer. Parish Cycle of Prayer: Please pray for all who live or work in All Retail Premises, Mill Stream Houseboats, the Boatyard, Windsor Race Course, Forest House Veterinary Group, Petworth Court, Care Homes: Sandown Park, Queens Court, Mountbatten Grange and Winton House.Anglican Cycle of Prayer: please pray for the Church of Burundi. Please pray also for the Churches in these Dioceses: Maiwut (South Sudan), Makamba (Burundi), Makueni (Kenya), Makurdi (Nigeria), Malabar (South India), and Malaita (Melanesia).Please continue to pray for and support your neighbours and families in any way you can whilst keeping yourself safe. EVENTS Our next Bible Explorers Club at Clewer Green began at the end of February, please keep this group in your prayers as the majority of children are just beginning their journey of faith. Ash Wednesday 5th March, Eucharist at 12.00 and 7.30pm World Day of Prayer 7th March 7.00pm at St Edward’s Baby Bank 10th anniversary afternoon tea 8th March 2.30pm at The Guidhall The next Wild Worship will be held on the 16th March at 3.00pm Pudding Club 24th March 7.30pm at 3A Peel Close The next Pop Up Cafe will be held on the 28th March at 3.45pm   Celebrating the consecration of our bishops On Thursday we celebrated the consecration of our next Bishop of Buckingham and our next Bishop of Reading. Bishops designate Dave and Mary will be joined by hundreds of worshippers, including well-wishers from their archdeaconries in our diocese, to be consecrated at Canterbury Cathedral. You can join those attending the service online, via the livestream from Canterbury Cathedral. An order of service is available online. Bishop designate Dave said: “I’m looking forward to being in Canterbury, to worshipping with hundreds of people, to praying with them and to being prayed for by them. What a huge privilege that is.” Bishop designate Mary added: “It is a really exciting time, of course, but quite a vulnerable time. And so your prayers to know in my heart the words of the service, that I offer this ministry through God’s strength and in the company of all God’s people.” This weekend, welcome services will take place at All Saints, High Wycombe (1 March) and Reading Minster (2 March), where both archdeaconries will welcome their new bishops and celebrate their ministry. This will be followed by an installation at Choral Evensong at Christ Church Cathedral, led by Bishop Steven on 8 March. COFFEE AFTER CHURCH ON SUNDAYS Could we ask you to consider bringing your own mug/cup for tea/coffee? And take it home after church to wash up at home. Washing up in church is difficult, and this will reduce use of paper cups. Thank you. VOLUNTEER ROLES IN CHURCH There are several roles within the church community which we are looking for volunteers for: welcomers, hospitality, music, reading lessons, leading prayers, chalice assistant etc. Sign up forms for these are at the back of church. Please think about how you could help.LENT READING Lent is traditionally a time for study. To help with this there are a number of publications for you to borrow at the back of the church. The booklet Living Hope is our main one during Lent, there is a sign up form if you would like us to order one for you (£2).     Board Trustee – Human Resources (HR) An exciting opportunity has arisen at Alma Beacon for a Trustee position to support the charity on key Human Resources matters that are intrinsic to its smooth running. If interested please download the full job description here Alma Beacon is also looking for some additional volunteer support roles.We want to take a moment to invite you to consider two exciting opportunities to further enhance our charity’s impact and smooth running. 1. Room Booking System Coordinator for Alma Beacon 2. Volunteer Champion If you think that you could help with either of these, please click here for more information  Please consider supporting the work of the Baby Bank. You can donate your second-hand baby clothes/supplies or even volunteer your time. Alternatively, you can help us out with a cash donation to help with the day-to-day running costs of The Baby Bank. Simply click on the link below to see how you can get involved.https://thebabybank.org  Celebrate with us! Can you believe that this year we celebrate our 10th year of supporting children in the community? Ever wanted to have a sneak peek at The Guildhall in Windsor? How about combining it with our first fundraising event to mark the occasion? We’re hosting a posh afternoon tea on Saturday 8th March at the glamourous Guildhall in Windsor town centre, just a stones throw away from the walls of Windsor Castle. Tickets can be purchased using the QR code or the following link. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thebabybank/1585623 We want to roll out the red carpet for all our amazing supporters and would love for you to join us. Best wishes Lauren, Rebecca & The Baby Bank team  WINDSOR FOODSHARE Loving our neighbours From their Facebook, Twittter and Website Pages: https://www.facebook.com/windsorfoodshare https://twitter.com/WindsrFoodshare https://www.windsorfoodshare.org.uk And their new page https://taplink.cc/windsorfoodshare URGENT APPEAL We’re running low on some essential items at Windsor Foodshare and need your help! If you can donate, we’d be so grateful for:  Tinned Pasta Tinned Pulses Tinned Fruit Jars of Sauces Biscuits Strong Carrier BagsThere are many ways to donate food to us – https://www.windsorfoodshare.org.uk/donating-food. We have a permanent donation box at Tesco Superstore, Dedworth and also at Waitrose & Partners in Windsor town centre. So if you are shopping it is easy to pop a pack or two in the donation box. Or why not try our Wishlist on Common Good and Amazon (you can click through to these from our linktree at https://taplink.cc/windsorfoodshare). You can also drop off to us on: – Wednesdays 09.00-13.30; or – Thursdays 09.00-15.00 at Dedworth Green Baptist Church (Smiths Lane, Windsor SL4 5PE). Thank you all so much for your continued support! Click here for the Windsor Foodshare January 2025 Newsletter CHURCH FINANCES – MESSAGE FROM ANDREW Thank you to everyone for all you have been able to give in this difficult time. We prefer 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 in Church, or contact the Parish Office by email office@clewerparish.org Alternatively, by paying directly to our bank account, the details of which are: HSBC Bank 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 CONTACTS Rector Revd Rosie Webb 01753 852334, email: rector@clewerparish.org Parish Office email: office@clewerparish.org Parish Website: www.standrewsclewer.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/standrewsclewer Churchwarden: Vacant Contact via email: office@clewerparish.org Safeguarding Policy: www.standrewsclewer.org/safeguarding-policy Safeguarding Officer: clewerparishsafeguarding@gmail.com |