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Services Today 9.00 am Holy Communion . reader— Helen Elliott

11.00 am Family Service - Founders’ Day Youth Parade

Collect of the Day

Almighty God, you have created the heavens and the earth and made us in your own image: Teach us to discern your hand in all your works and your likeness in all your children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit reigns supreme over all things, now and for ever. Amen.

Post Communion Prayer God our creator, by your gift the tree of life was set at the heart of the earthly paradise, and the Bread of life at the heart of your Church. May we who have been nourished at your table on earth be transformed by the glory of the Saviour’s Cross and enjoy the delights of eternity; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Lesson: Isaiah 55: 10-13 p.744

Psalm 92: 1-4, 12-15 BCP p. 699

The Epistle–1 Corinthians 15: 51-58

p.1157

The Gospel– Luke 6: 39-49 p.1034

SUNDAY 24th February

2019

The Second Sunday

before LENT

11.00am - Holy Communion

Opening Joy to the world, the Lord is come! Hymn 166

The Gathering of God’s People

p.201 Opening Greeting

p.201 Collect for Purity

p.202 Penitence

p.203 Gloria in Excelsis

Collect of the day

Proclaiming and Receiving the Word

The Lesson, read by: Albert Nixon

Psalm 72 : 1-7, 10-14 BCP p. 672

The Epistle, read by: Gerry O’ Callaghan

Gradual Love came down at Christmas Hymn 170 Love all lovely, Love divine; The Gospel, read by: Geraldine Gillan

Sermon

p.205 The Nicene Creed

The Prayers of the People

Hymn Earth has many a noble city: 194 Bethl’em thou dost all excel; Intercessions

p.207 Prayer of Humble Access

The Peace

Offertory The first Nowell the angel did say

Hymn was to certain poor shepherds

198 in fields as they lay;

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 As with gladness men of old 189 did the guiding star behold; (vs 1,2,&5)

Welcome to our Founders Day

and Thinking Day Service.

Music will be provided by The Choir and

organist.

Thanks to those members of the Uniformed Organisations who are

reading today and to their Leaders for all their hard work

throughout the year.

Please follow the Order of Service

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READINGS for —SUNDAY 24th February 2019

The Lesson –Isaiah 55: 10-13 The Old Testament Reading is from the book of the Prophet, Isaiah, Chapter 55, beginning to read at verse 10. 10 As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, 11 so is my word that goes out from my mouth: it will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it. 12 You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands. 13 Instead of the thorn-bush will grow the juniper, and instead of briers the myrtle will grow. This will be for the Lord’s renown, for an everlasting sign, that will endure for ever.’

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

The Epistle—1 Corinthians 15: 51-58

The New Testament Reading is from the first letter of St Paul to the Corinthians, Chapter 15, beginning to read at verse 51.

51 Listen, I tell you a mystery: we will not all sleep, but we will all be changed – 52 in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. 53 For the perishable must clothe itself with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality. 54 When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: ‘Death has been swallowed up in victory.’ 55 ‘Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?

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56 The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. 57 But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 58 Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labour in the Lord is not in vain.

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

(Sung acclaimations)

The Gospel –Luke 6:39-49

Hear the Gospel of our Saviour Christ, according to Saint Luke, Chapter 6, beginning to read at verse 39. Glory to you , Lord Jesus Christ. 39 He also told them this parable: ‘Can the blind lead the blind? Will they not both fall into a pit? 40 The student is not above the teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like their teacher. 41 ‘Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no

attention to the plank in your own eye? 42 How can you say to your brother, “Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye,” when you yourself fail to see the plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. 43 ‘No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit.44 Each tree is

recognised by its own fruit. People do not pick figs from thorn-bushes, or grapes from briers. 45 A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of. 46 ‘Why do you call me, “Lord, Lord,” and do not do what I say? 47 As for everyone who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice, I will show you what they are like. 48 They are like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock. When the flood came, the torrent struck that house but could not shake it, because it was well built. 49 But the one who hears my words and does not put them into practice is like a man who built a house on the ground without a foundation. The moment the torrent struck that house, it

collapsed and its destruction was complete.’

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

(Sung acclaimations)

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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.

Please note : - Next Meeting on Wed 27th February 2019

at 7.30pm

Rossorry

Wednesday Club

Next meeting – Wed. 27th February 2019

“Hidden Hearing Loss” with Geraldine

New members most welcome.

Ring Ethel Oldcroft 02866 326339

Rossorry Parish Hospice Sunday

The Parish is holding a Hospice Sunday on

Sunday 3rd March 2019 to raise awareness of the work

of NI Hospice and their Nursing Team in

Fermanagh.

We hope to have the local fundraiser present to tell us about their work.

There will be a special collection for those who wish to donate to support this work.

A separate brown envelope will be supplied for this purpose—available to collect from

today in the porch.

Please return envelope on or before Sunday 3rd March please.

Cheques should be made out to “Rossorry Parish Church”

Collection voluntary and anonymous –so no

acknowledgements will be sent out.

On Ash Wednesday (6th March) we begin our

Lenten journey of faith following the pattern

of our Lord and his 40-day sojourn in the

wilderness. Lent is not only a time of denying

ourselves in some way but also a springtime

experience of growth in faith. Once again,

this year we will hold Wednesday evening

services to help to bring a focus to observance

of the season.

We begin with an Ash Wednesday Holy

Communion service and continue on

following Wednesdays with a short

devotional service at 8.00pm in Church. Our

general theme will be

‘Growing in Discipleship’,

and each week there will be a reflection on

various aspects of growing stronger in being a

disciple of Jesus Christ using themes such as:

Follow, Flourish, Falling, Faithful, Fruitful

and Fulfil.

I hope that you will join us and take time this

Lent to focus on the heart of the matter of be-

ing a follower of Jesus Christ.

World Day of Prayer

Friday 1st March - Colebrooke and

Cooneen MU host Women's World Day of Prayer

in Colebrooke Parish Church at 8pm. All welcome.

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Bawnacre Centre in Irvinestown to take part in the Fermanagh heats and with a stellar performance are now through to the NI finals. Well done Cubs and a big thank you to Stuart for getting them in shape. Good luck for the final!

Thought for the week ………….

SERVICES FOR FEBRUARY / MARCH 2019

Check us out at

Website: www.rossorryparish.com

Rossorry Parish Church

CONFIRMATION 2019

Confirmation in Rossorry, this year,

will be held on Sunday 12th May.

Preparation Classes .

Class 4 today Sunday 24th Feb at 3pm

ROSSORRY COMMUNITY

PARENT & TODDLER (10am -11.30am)

in Parish Hall

This week:- Wilma, Mary & Avril

Next week:- Diane, Edna & Avril

For details—contact Avril on 02866 329589

Daniel 12:3

Sunday 24th February (2nd Sunday before Lent)

FOUNDERS DAY

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Family Service

Isaiah 55: 10-13 Psalm 92: 1-4, 12-15 1 Corinthians 15: 51-58 Luke 6: 39-49

Sunday 3rd March (The Sunday before Lent)

HOSPICE SUNDAY

9.00am 11.00 am 7.00pm

Holy Communion Holy Communion Evening Prayer

Exodus 34: 29-35 Psalm 99 2 Corinthians 3: 12– 4:2 Luke 9: 28-36

Wednesday 6th March

ASH WEDNESDAY

8.00pm

Holy Communion

Joel 2: 1-2, 12-17 Psalm 51: 1-18 2 Corinthians 5: 20-6:10 Matthew 6: 1-6, 16-21

Sunday 10th March (The 1st Sunday in Lent)

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer

Deuteronomy 26: 1-11 Psalm 91: 1-2, 9-16 Romans 10: 8-13 Luke 4: 1-13

Wednesday 13th March 8.00 pm

Lenten Service

‘Growing in Discipleship’

Sunday 17th March (The 2nd Sunday in Lent)

ST. PATRICK’s DAY

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer

Genesis 15: 1-12, 17-18 Psalm 27 Philippians 3: 17—4:1 Luke 13: 31-35

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Rossorry Parish Church Sunday School

Soul Mates Weekend 1

st - 3

rd March ’19

in the Jethro Centre Lurgan.

“Don’t worry about anything instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which passes anything we can think or understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ

Jesus” Philippians. 4:6-7

“Plug in & Power Up” is a Children’s Ministry residential weekend for 9-12yr olds and the theme this year is Prayer. As a Sunday School we are hoping to bring a group to the event.

There is a full interactive programme available and children will be accommodated in nearby church halls under the supervision of our Sunday School teachers.

The cost per child is only £10 as our church leadership are generously subsidising the cost of the weekend. For further details please contact Jonny Phenix through the parish office or on

07850881712

FREE WORKSHOPS FOR COMMUNITY

GROUPS FROM THE JACK McKINNEY FUND.

FEBRUARY - MARCH, AT

FERMANAGH HOUSE

Starting Wednesday 13th February workshops will be held on successful fundraising; engaging

volunteers; how to get your message across including social media; managing finances and financial records; maximising income through gift aid; effective cost

management; challenges and opportunities for community groups including collaboration and support.

DEADLINES NEARING FOR FERMANAGH TRUST GRANT PROGRAMMES

Closing dates are coming up shortly for three of the funds administered by the Fermanagh Trust. Applications are welcome for the Fisher Foundation and

Fermanagh Recreational Trust (closing dates 28th February) and the Joan Trimble Bursary Awards (closing date 1st March). The funds provide an excellent opportunity

for young people seeking support in music, sport and volunteering. More information:

info@fermanaghtrust.org or 02866320210

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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

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 .

PARISH OFFICE

Parish Administrator: Gerry O’ Callaghan.

M.B.E. ,B.A., M.C.I.M.

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. Ven. C.T. Pringle.

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: Albert Armstrong Kenneth Brownlee

Hon Treasurer George Elliott

Hon Secretary Dorothy Wilson 66346805 Parish Youth Officer Jonny Phenix 66 329889

CD’s for the Yvonne Elliott Housebound 6634 2514

Booking of Halls: Ring Parish Office

6632 9889

Sunday School Carol Livingstone 6632 3041

Freewill Envelope enquiries: Contact Parish Office (or ask Churchwardens) 66 329889

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