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Services Today

9.00 am Holy Communion . reader— Anne Beattie

11.00 am Holy Communion .

Collect

Eternal Father, who at the baptism of Jesus revealed him to be your Son, anointing him with the Holy Spirit: Grant to us, who are born of water and the Spirit, that we may be faithful to our calling as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

The Lesson– Genesis 1: 1-5 p. 3

Psalm 29: BCP p. 622

The Epistle– Acts 19: 1-7 p.1115

The Gospel– Mark 1: 4-11 p.1002

Post Communion Prayer Refreshed by these holy gifts, Lord God, we seek your mercy: that by listening faithfully to your only Son, and being obedient to the prompting of the Spirit, we may be your children in name and in truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

SUNDAY 7th January

2018

The First Sunday after

The Epiphany

11.00am - Holy Communion

Opening Come down, O Lord divine, Hymn 294 seek thou this soul of mine,

The Gathering of God’s People

p.201 Opening Greeting

p.201 Collect for Purity

p.202 Penitence

P.203 Gloria

Collect of the day

Proclaiming and Receiving the Word

The Lesson, read by: Albert Nixon

Psalm 29. BCP p.622

The Epistle, read by: Lorraine Simpson

Gradual Come, gracious Spirit, heavenly Dove,

Hymn 295 with light and comfort from above;

The Gospel, read by: Dorothy Wilson

Sermon

p.205 The Nicene Creed

The Prayers of the People

Hymn God, whose almighty word 324 chaos and darkness heard,

Intercessions

p.207 Prayer of Humble Access

The Peace

Offertory I am not worthy, holy Lord, Hymn that you should come to me; 419

Celebrating at the Lord’s Table

p.208 The Communion

P.209 Eucharistic Prayer 1

Going out as God’s People

p. 220 Post-Communion Prayers

p. 221 The Blessing

Final Hymn O Breath of life, come sweeping 305 through us, Dismissal

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READINGS for —SUNDAY 7th January 2018

The Lesson—Genesis 1: 1-5

The Old Testament Reading is from the book of Genesis, Chapter 1,

beginning to read at verse 1. In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. 3 And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light. 4 God saw that the light was good, and he separated the light from the darkness. 5 God called the light ‘day’, and the darkness he called ‘night’. And there was evening, and there was morning – the first day.

This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God

The Epistle—Acts 19: 1-7

The New Testament Reading is from Acts, Chapter 19, beginning to read at verse 1.

While Apollos was at Corinth, Paul took the road through the interior and arrived at Ephesus. There he found some disciples 2 and asked them, ‘Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?’ They answered, ‘No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.’ 3 So Paul asked, ‘Then what baptism did you receive?’ ‘John’s baptism,’ they replied. 4 Paul said, ‘John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance. He told the people to believe in the one coming after him, that is, in Jesus.’ 5 On hearing this, they were baptised in the name of the Lord Jesus. 6 When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. 7 There were about twelve men in all.

This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God

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The Gospel– Mark 1: 4-11

(Sung acclamations) Hear the Gospel of our Saviour Christ, according to Saint Mark, chapter 1, beginning to read at verse 4. Glory to you ,Lord Jesus Christ.

And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 The whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptised by him in the River Jordan. 6 John wore clothing made of camel’s hair, with a leather belt round his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. 7 And this was his message: ‘After me comes the one more powerful than I, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. 8 I baptise you with water, but he will baptise you with the Holy Spirit.’ 9 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptised by John in the Jordan. 10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove. 11 And a voice came from heaven: ‘You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.’

This is the Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

(Sung acclamations)

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FLOWER ROTA 2018

New rota available

at front porch.

Please add your name for the date you want to

provide flowers for the Church.

A simple bunch or bouquet is all that is needed

ROSSORRY PRAYER GROUP Meets in the Parish Office on Wednesdays (7.30pm) (2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month) We meet in Fellowship with a heart for prayer. We pray for personal, Parish and wider issues.

Prayer request sheets at back of the Church. Next Meeting—on 24th January 2018 In Parish Office at 7.30pm

Parish Youth Ministry

The Select Vestry is delighted to

have secured the services of Mr

Jonny Phenix, the Clogher Diocesan

Youth Officer, in a part-time

capacity, to assist in the

development of our parish’s youth

and children’s ministry.

Jonny will begin soon and will be

making contact with all our youth

and children’s

.

ROSSORRY Mothers' Union

next meeting on Thursday 18th January 2018 at 8.00pm in the Church

The first meeting of the year commences with Holy Communion.

All ladies welcome.

Rossorry

Wednesday Club

Next Meeting—

Wed.10th January 2018 at 10.30 am

‘Club reopens after Christmas’

New members very welcome

CONFIRMATION 2018 Will be held this year on

Sun 13th May 2018.

Preparation classes will begin in Jan 2018 and are

open to all year nine pupils and older.

Registration for Confirmation Class will be on Sunday 21st January 2018 at 3pm

in The Parish Hall

Candidates must register

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Sunday 7th January ( 1st Sunday after The Epiphany)

9.00am 11.00 am 7.00 pm

Holy Communion Holy Communion Evening Prayer

Genesis 1: 1-5 Psalm 29 Acts 19: 1-7 Mark 1: 4-11

Sunday 14th January (2nd Sunday after The Epiphany)

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer .

1 Samuel 3 : 1-10 Psalm 139: 1-5, 12-18 1 Corinthians 6: 12-20 John 1: 43-51

Sunday 21st January (3rd Sunday after The Epiphany)

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer .

Jonah 3: 1-5, 10 Psalm 62: 5-12 1 Corinthians 7: 29-31 Mark 1: 14-20

Sunday 28th January (4th Sunday after The Epiphany)

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer .

Deuteronomy 18: 15-20 Psalm 111 1 Corinthians 8: 1-13 Mark 1: 21-28

Sunday 4th February (2nd Sunday before Lent)

9.00am 11.00 am 7.00 pm

Holy Communion Holy Communion Evening Prayer

Hosea 2: 14-20 Psalm 103: 1-13, 22 2 Corinthians 3: 1-6 Mark 2: 13-22

SERVICES FOR JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2018

ROSSORRY COMMUNITY PARENT & TODDLER

(10am—11.30am)

Closed for the holidays !

Reopens on Wed. 17th January 2018 For details—contact Avril on

02866 329589

CRECHE NOW OPEN AGAIN AT 11AM SERVICE IN

STABLES

Today: No Creche—Christmas Holidays

Next Week. No Creche—Christmas Holidays

Thought for the week ………….

Check us out at

Website: www.rossorryparish.com

Rossorry Parish Church

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Clogher Diocese to host major exhibition as

‘The Bible Comes to Life’

The Clogher Diocesan Board of Mission will be hosting ‘The Bible Comes to Life’ exhibition in Enniskillen in March, the only one of its kind in Ireland during 2018.

This unique exhibition returns again after 25 years to the Cathedral Hall, Enniskillen, from Thursday, 8th March to Sunday, 11th March 2018.

The exhibition introduces an understanding of Biblical Jewish life, culture and religion and helps in understanding the roots of Christianity. A signi?cant collection of historic artefacts is used as part of this educational work.

By working closely with local churches, schools, children’s workers and youth leaders the team can bring a taste of the Biblical Middle East within the framework of local teaching programmes or curriculum.

The emphasis can either be on exploring Judaism—referencing Biblical Festivals, worship ritual, and the Bible narrative of the Jewish people—or on talking about early Christianity and its links to Judaism. On the basis that an audio–visual experience helps people to remember teaching more effectively than just talking about a subject, the exhibition provides effective illustration, especially through a spectacular 3 metre x 2 metre model of the Jewish Temple in the time of Jesus; LED lighting helps to explain the various sections and a smoking altar adds to the effect.

The Temple Model is a 2 metre x 1 metre scale model of the Desert Tabernacle with illustrative coverings, ritual furniture and animals. They also have “Jewish life” artefacts such as Sabbath candlesticks and bread, Jewish prayer shawls, phylacteries, a Passover plate, mezuzah (door post blessings), Illustrating Jewish Life and a unique Middle Eastern clothing collection with some garments dating back 150 years.

Some of the clothing is used to add character or costume themed Bible talks (e.g. The Shepherd, The Tribal Leader, The Middle Eastern Bride). Where practical, children are encouraged to try on the costumes.

All the artefacts have a fact sheet of explanatory notes and by using a multi–sensory approach they aim to give exhibition visitors an insight into the Biblical world. All talks and materials can be adapted to suit either school curriculum requirements or the church’s educational needs. The exhibition is staffed by The Church’s Ministry Among Jewish People (CMJ), an Anglican Church mission society that has been active since 1809. The team is led by Paul and Janey Hames who have lived in Jerusalem for many years and have considerable experience working with churches, prayer groups, as well as students and young people.

For further information please contact

Mr Brian Donaldson

Diocesan Communications Officer, Clogher 07708 869823 clogherdco@btinternet.com

MORE NEWS ITEMS

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2018 Church Leaders’ New Year Message

Church leaders are appealing for renewed efforts to protect vulnerable families from hardship, across the island of Ireland and throughout the

world, in 2018.

A joint New Year Message from the Church of Ireland Primate of All–Ireland Richard Clarke, the Roman Catholic Primate of All–Ireland

Eamon Martin, the Rev Dr Laurence Graham, President of the Methodist Church in Ireland, Bishop John McDowell, President of the Irish Council of Churches and the Rt Rev Noble

McNeely, Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” (Romans 15:13).

At the beginning of this new year we add our voices to those calling for increased efforts to provide safety, security and protection for vulnerable families across the island of Ireland and throughout the world. Families are the essential building blocks of strong, resilient communities. Our experience in pastoral and social care underlines the centrality of family wellbeing to effective, long–term solutions to the major social challenges we face today. In Ireland, we have been particularly shocked at the rising levels of homelessness, one of the most tragic and glaring symptoms of a broken system that is leaving too many people without adequate support. The protection of children, our future parents and future leaders, is one of the primary reasons for the existence of social welfare systems, yet in the Republic of Ireland one in three of those living in emergency accommodation is a child. In Northern Ireland, families with more than two children are among those most at risk from the combination of welfare changes, cuts to services, and cuts to charities providing vital support to children and young people. Across the world, over the past year, the number of families displaced by conflict, persecution and destitution has continued to rise, placing the lives and futures of more children at risk. Families are the hope for the world. In our churches at Christmas time there is a particular emphasis on family as we come together to celebrate our appreciation for God’s gift of hope to a suffering world in the birth of Christ. We are reminded that God did not choose the wealthy and the powerful to be the protectors of his Son, but a family that was vulnerable, without a home and forced to rely on the kindness of strangers. It is deeply unfair that so many parents in our society today feel that they are failing because they cannot provide security for their children, and that many are reluctant to ask for help because of stigma and shame. We do not underestimate the challenges faced by our political leaders in these uncertain times, but we have a vocation to witness to the fact that the essential purpose of political leadership is to protect the common good. We appeal to them to focus their efforts in this coming year on measures that will alleviate the hardship experienced by families near and far, restoring hope and preventing people being pushed to the margins of society. In August 2018 the Roman Catholic Church in Ireland will host the World Meeting of Families. As Christian churches we have taken the opportunity presented by this event to explore together how we can celebrate the importance of families to our churches and the wider community, recognising that our pastoral care of the family is an essential part of our contribution to society. We pray that the coming year will bring hope, joy and peace to all families who are struggling.

Christian Unity Week Service, which will take place on Thursday January 18th at 7.30pm in Enniskillen Methodist Church. The material for this year's celebration has been prepared by Christians in the Caribbean, and its themes raise some of the contemporary issues addressed by churches in the region. The reflection will be given by Dr Fergus O’Ferrall, Lay leader of the Methodist Church in Ireland. As you may remember, he gave a brilliant talk to the Forum in October, as part of our Reformation/reformations series. As always, the service is open to everyone, and a warm welcome is offered to all. Tea and coffee will be served afterwards, giving us an opportunity to meet and talk with old and new friends.

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PARISH CONTACT DETAILS

Rector:

Rev. Canon Ian Ellis, B.Sc.,P.G.C.E., B.Th., Ed.D.

Tel: 028 66320239 Email: rossorry@clogher.anglican.org

Deacon: Rev. Lindsey Farrell,

Deacon serving as Intern.

Tel: 02866 329889

BAPTISMS:- Please contact the Rector well in advance so that arrangements can be made. THE SICK:- If you are aware of anyone who is ill, unwell or for any reason would like a visit - please contact the Rector or the Parish Office. HOSPITAL:- If you have a member of your family circle or a friend in hospital , please let the Rector or the Parish Office know if a visit or follow-up is required. VISITING:- Two Diocesan Pastoral Assistants , Mrs Sue Hogg and Mrs Joan Nelson are assisting with the Pastoral Visits . Rev. Canon D. Kingston is also kindly assisting our Pastoral Care Team.

PARISH OFFICE

Parish Administrator: Gerry O’ Callaghan

20 Drummee Road, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, BT74 5JX

Tel: 028 66329889 Email: rossorryoffice@btinternet.com

Open: Mon - Friday - 9.00am - 1.00 pm

ROSSORRY PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

As a family, Rossorry Parish seeks to

• ENRICH and deepen our faith in Jesus Christ;

• ENLIVEN our fellowship and care for each other;

• ENGAGE with everyone, of every age and background, in ways that are meaningful and relevant.

PARISH CONTACTS Retired resident clergy: Rev. Canon Desmond Kingston

Organist: Catherine Irwin

6634 1550

Assistant Organist Emily Donaldson 6634 1640

Praise Band Catherine Irwin 6634 1550

Sexton: Leslie Thompson 6632 5190 or 07791174 757

Churchwardens: David Purdy Brian Donaldson

Hon Treasurer George Elliott

Hon Secretary Dorothy Wilson 66346805

CD’s for the Yvonne Elliott Housebound 6634 2514

Booking of Halls: Ring Parish Office

6632 9889

Sunday School Carol Livingstone 6632 3041

Envelope Secretary: Ernie Long 6632 4456

Crèche: Diane Armstrong ( Each Sunday 10.45am-12noon) 6632 8286

Wednesday Club: Ethel Oldcroft (Wednesday 10.30am - 12noon) 6632 6339

Beavers Ruth Beaumont

(Tues. 6.30-7.30pm) 07761 471 227

Cubs Keith Rutledge (Wed 6:45 - 7:45pm) 07812214176

Scouts: Roger Clarke (Tues 7:30-9:00pm) 07714 232 645

Explorer Scouts Garry Clarke Each 2nd Tuesday 07808 585 657

Rainbows Joy Coalter (Mon. 6.15-7.30pm) 07879 999 536

Brownies Claire Fleming (Mon. 6.15-7.30pm) 6632 2870

Guides: Avril Armstrong (Wed 8-9.15pm) 6632 9589

Mothers Union Heather Ellis 6632 0239

(3rd Thurs. in the month)

Bowling Club William Stevenson (Mon. evening) 07719662473

Parent & Toddler Group Avril Armstrong (Wed. 10-11.30am) 6632 9589

Arts & Crafts Classes Yvonne Elliott (Wed. pm. or as announced) 6634 2514

Prayer Group Neville Gamble (2nd & 4th Wed. 7.30pm) 07771 701280