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

Embracing the Community

Easter 2Sunday, April 15, 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 Marketplace

Embracing the Community

10:30 AM HOLY EUCHARISTOur 10:30 AM Worship Service begins on page 230

of the green Book of Alternative Services.

Organ Prelude Dolcezza - Percy Whitlock

The Gathering of God’s PeopleOpening Hymn 205 “The day of resurrection”GreetingCollect for Purity p. 230The Summary of the Law p. 231The Gloria p. 231Collect for the Day: Almighty and eternal God, the strength of those who believe and the hope of those who doubt, may we, who have not seen, have faith and receive the fullness of Christ’s blessing, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Children’s Focus led by Teresa Johnson

The Story of God’s PeopleA READING FROM THE BOOK OF ACTS 4: 32-35 read by Everod MillerNow the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but everything they owned was held in common.With great power the apostles gave their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all. There was not a needy person among them, for as many as owned lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold. They laid it at the apostles’ feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.

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

PSALM 133 (said responsively) Oh, how good and pleasant it is, * when brethren live together in unity! It is like fine oil upon the head * that runs down upon the beard,

Upon the beard of Aaron, * and runs down upon the collar of his robe. It is like the dew of Hermon * that falls upon the hills of Zion.

For there the LORD has ordained the blessing: * life for evermore.

Glory be to the Father and the Son and to the Holy Spirit,As it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be, world

without end. Amen.

A READING FROM THE FIRST BOOK OF JOHN 1: 1 – 2: 2 Read by Sue Ann EliteWe declare to you what was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have looked at and touched with our hands, concerning the word of life—this life was revealed, and we have seen it and testify to it, and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us—we declare to you what we have seen and heard so that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ. We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete. This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light and in him there is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with him while we are walking in darkness, we lie and do not do what is true; but if we walk in the light as he himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us. My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and he is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world. Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People: Thanks be to God.

The GospelGospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ

according to John 20: 19-31.All: Glory be to thee, O Lord.Gospeller: The Lord be with you.All: And also with you.When it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and the doors of the house where the disciples had met were locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” After he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” When he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.” But Thomas (who was called the Twin), one of the twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands, and put my finger in the mark of the nails and my hand in his side, I will not believe.” A week later his disciples were again in the house, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were shut, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe.” Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not

seen and yet have come to believe.” Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book. But these are written so that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that through believing you may have life in his name.

The Gospel of Christ. Praise be to thee, O Christ.

Homily

Affirmation of Faith p. 234Prayers of the People led by Joyce ConnellConfession & Absolution p. 238Sharing Christ’s Peace

We Offer Our Gifts to GodOffertory Hymn 378 “Crown him with many crowns”Prayer over the Gifts: God of grace, you have freed us from our sins and made us a kingdom in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Accept all we offer you this day, and strengthen us in the new life you have given us, through Jesus Christ our 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 A p. 241

The Lord’s Prayer (said) p. 245

The Breaking of the Bread p. 213Celebrant: Lord, we died with you on the cross.All: Now we are raised to new life.Celebrant: We were buried in your tomb.All: Now we share in your resurrection.Celebrant: Live in us, that we may live in you.

We invite those who wish to receive the Sacrament of Anointing to proceed to the chapel.

Organ Music During Communion: Air (From Orchestral Suite in D) - J. S. Bach Bist du bei mir (Be Thou with me) - J. S. Bach

Prayer after Communion: Father, we have seen with our eyes and touched with our hands the bread of life. Strengthen our faith that we may grow in love for you and for each other; through Jesus Christ the risen Lord. Amen.

Sharing God’s Love in the WorldDoxology p. 247 The Blessing AnnouncementsClosing Hymn 619 “Fairest Lord Jesus”DismissalOrgan Postlude “Heute triumphieret Gottes Sohn (Today the Son of God triumphs) - J. S. Bach

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’s Liturgical Team:Celebrant & Homilist: The Rev. Dr. Harold ShepherdOrganist & Choirmaster: Neil HoultonCommunion Minister: Marina RussouwChancel Guild: Muriel BeardServer: Manning WhitbySidesteam: Team 2: Neville Reid - (Captain); Grace Caldwell-Hill, Lyn Inniss, Millie Lowe, Barbara Parks, Darryl Nakamoto

Today we remember in our Prayers: Diocesan Cycle, Humber DeaneryDeanery Cycle, St. Aidan’sParish Cycle, Our Prayer Chain & Prayer Chain MinistriesSJAC Cycle, Church of the Nativity (Malvern) & North House Shelter, Beaverton

Music NoteThis week the choir is enjoying a well-earned rest after working very hard during the extra Holy Week and Easter observances. They will return next Sunday with a special anthem to mark Earth Day, a setting of “For the beauty of the earth” by Andrew Carter, a contemporary English composer.LIFE AND MINISTRY OF OUR COMMUNITY

Screening in FaithPlease join us after the 10:30 AM service today for a Screening in Faith workshop. Although this is required for designated ministries, all are welcome.

Taizé tonightFor a time of quiet meditation and gentle music, come to the candlelit Taizé worship this evening and bring a friend. Doors open at 6:30; service starts at 7:00 PM.

No Bible study this weekThere will be no Monday night Bible study this week because Grace will be on vacation It will resume at 7:00 PM in the rector’s study on Monday, May 14th.

Advisory Board this weekThe Advisory Board will meet this Tuesday, April 17th, at 7:30 PM in the rector’s study. All are welcome.

Guest Speaker for Earth Day next SundayNext Sunday, April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Sunday with a guest speaker, Stephen Bede Scharper, Associate Professor of Anthropology and the Environment, U of T and Religion & Ethics Critic for the Toronto Star.

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.

A very important meeting … and we need you to attend!The Discernment Committee has met recently with Bishop Patrick Yu and Bill Benson to begin the process of making a Church Profile to help us move closer to finding a new Parish Priest for St Barnabas. An important part of this process involves a meeting for the entire parish to discuss the wishes and dreams of all the people attending our church. It is important that everyone attend on May 6, 2012, from 12 noon to 3:30 PM after the 10:30 AM service to put a voice to the heart of this matter. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend. Lunch will be served. It is hoped that the 9:00 AM service participants will join us so we have cancelled that service that day so they can attend the 10:30 service and stay afterward.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK?

Tuesday, April 17th 7:30 PM Advisory Board meetingIn the rector’s study

Thursday, April 19th 7:45 PM Choir PracticeIn downstairs choir room

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Thursday, April 19th 12 noon Holy EucharistIn the Chancel

Sunday, April 22nd Easter 3 (Earth Sunday)9 AM Quiet Eucharist

10:30 AM Choral EucharistGuest Speaker: Stephen Bede Scharper

Readings: Acts 3: 12-19; Psalm 41 John 3: 1-7; Luke 24: 36b-48

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