Crèche Area: is in the transept near the pulpit. Parents and children are welcome to enter by the church aisle or by the side door.

HOLY TRINITY KEW Anglican Church of Australia

25TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

November 10, 2013

Holy Communion 8am

Welcome to HOLY TRINITY,, where services have been held, in this church, since 1863. We pray that you will feel the presence of God and know his

blessings in your life YOU ARE INVITED TO BREAKFAST AFTER TODAY’S SERVICE.

SERVICES AT HOLY TRINITY

WEDNESDAY 11.00am – Holy Communion

SATURDAY 6.00pm – Holy Communion

SUNDAY 8.00am & 10.00am – Holy Communion

Family ministry: Sunday 10.00am in hall (in church on 1st Sunday)

Morning Prayer: 9.00am Wednesday-Saturday

The Noon Hour: 12 noon - 1.00pm Tuesday to Thursday

Healing Service: 11.30am, 4th Sunday

At Trinity Grammar School Chapel:

Sunday 週日中英文10.30am – English Service

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Greeting: The Lord be with you. AND ALSO WITH YOU. (see Ruth 2:4)

Sentence: ‘I am the resurrection and the life,’ says the Lord. ‘Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.’ John 11.25–26 Prayer of Preparation: As we gather as God's people let us pray together:

Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Summary of the Commandments:

‘Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one; you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ Jesus said: ‘This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: you shall love your neighbour as yourself.’

Kyrie eleison:

Lord have mercy: R/: Lord have mercy Christ have mercy: R/: Christ have mercy Lord have mercy: R/: Lord have mercy

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The Gloria

Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God’s people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

Prayer of the Day God of all the living, in the resurrection of Christ Jesus you have given us the promise of life which death itself cannot destroy: in the strength of this unshakeable promise, give us a new heart to live, even now, as your new creation. We ask this through your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD

Readings from 'New Revised Standard Version' (NRSV) First Reading: Haggai 1.15b - 2.9 1 15 on the twenty-fourth day of the month, in the sixth month. 2 1 In the second year of King Darius, in the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by the prophet Haggai, saying: 2 Speak now to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, and to the remnant of the people, and say, 3 Who is left among you that saw this house in its former glory? How does it look to you now? Is it not in your sight as nothing? 4 Yet now take courage, O Zerubbabel, says the Lord ; take courage, O Joshua, son of Jehozadak, the high priest; take courage, all you people of the land, says the Lord ; work, for I am with you, says the Lord of hosts, 5 according to the promise that I made you when you came out of Egypt. My spirit abides among you; do not fear. 6 For thus says the Lord of hosts: Once again, in a little while, I will shake the heavens and the earth and the sea and the dry land; 7 and I will shake all the nations, so that the treasure of all nations shall come, and I will fill this house with splendour, says the Lord of hosts. 8 The silver is mine, and the gold is mine, says the Lord of hosts. 9 The latter splendour of this house shall be greater than the former, says the Lord of hosts; and in this place I will give prosperity, says the Lord of hosts.

Response: Hear the word of the Lord, THANKS BE TO GOD

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Psalm 145. 1-5, 17-21 1 I will exalt you, O God my king:

I will bless your name for ever and ever.

2 Every day will I bless you: and praise your name for ever and ever.

3 Great is the Lord, and wonderfully worthy to be praised: his greatness is past searching out.

4 One generation shall praise your works to another: and declare your mighty acts.

5 As for me, I will be talking of the glorious splendour of your majesty: I will tell the story of your marvellous works.

17 The Lord is just in all his ways: and faithful in all his dealings.

18 The Lord is near to all who call upon him: to all who call upon him in truth.

19 He will fulfil the desire of those that fear him: he will hear their cry, and save them.

20 The Lord preserves all those that love him: but the wicked he will utterly destroy.

21 My mouth shall speak the praises of the Lord: and let all flesh bless his holy name, for ever and ever.

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2 Thessalonians 2.1-5, 13-17 1 As to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered together to him, we beg you, brothers and sisters, 2 not to be quickly shaken in mind or alarmed, either by spirit or by word or by letter, as though from us, to the effect that the day of the Lord is already here.3 Let no one deceive you in any way; for that day will not come unless the rebellion comes first and the lawless one is revealed, the one destined for destruction. 4 He opposes and exalts himself above every so-called god or object of worship, so that he takes his seat in the temple of God, declaring himself to be God. 5 Do you not remember that I told you these things when I was still with you? 13 But we must always give thanks to God for you, brothers and sisters beloved by the Lord, because God chose you as the first fruits for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and through belief in the truth. 14 For this purpose he called you through our proclamation of the good news, so that you may obtain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 15 So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by word of mouth or by our letter. 16 Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and through grace gave us eternal comfort and good hope, 17 comfort your hearts and strengthen them in every good work and word.

Response: Hear the word of the Lord, THANKS BE TO GOD

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We stand for the reading of the Holy Gospel as a sign of respect as we greet our Lord who is present in His Holy Word.

The Lord be with you AND ALSO WITH YOU The gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Saint Luke chapter 20 beginning at the 27th verse. GLORY TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST. 27 Some Sadducees, those who say there is no resurrection, came to him 28 and asked him a question, ‘Teacher, Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies, leaving a wife but no children, the man shall marry the widow and raise up children for his brother. 29 Now there were seven brothers; the first married, and died childless; 30 then the second 31 and the third married her, and so in the same way all seven died childless. 32 Finally the woman also died. 33 In the resurrection, therefore, whose wife will the woman be? For the seven had married her.’34 Jesus said to them, ‘Those who belong to this age marry and are given in marriage; 35 but those who are considered worthy of a place in that age and in the resurrection from the dead neither marry nor are given in marriage. 36 Indeed they cannot die any more, because they are like angels and are children of God, being children of the resurrection. 37 And the fact that the dead are raised Moses himself showed, in the story about the bush, where he speaks of the Lord as the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. 38 Now he is God not of the dead, but of the living; for to him all of them are alive.’ 39 Then some of the scribes answered, ‘Teacher, you have spoken well.’ 40 For they no longer dared to ask him another question.

Gospel Response: This is the gospel of the Lord, PRAISE TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST. SERMON followed by a short time for reflection

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The Nicene Creed

Let us together affirm the faith of the Church. We believe in one God, the Father, the almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshipped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

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THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

Let us pray for all people and for the Church throughout the world. Each petition of intercession or thanksgiving concludes with:

Lord in your mercy, HEAR OUR PRAYER. We pray for: We pray for all who work for peace and justice.

We pray for The Diocese of Utah; The Diocese of Canberra & Goulburn; Community of the Holy Name; Parish of Ferntree Gully and Rowville; St Martin’s Belgrave Heights – patronal festival; St Bartholomew’s Burnley and Caroline Springs parishes – confirmations; St John’s Bentleigh. We pray for our ministry team: Roy, Jessica, Norman, Helen, Leonie, Ros & Pam - and for all who serve within the parish. We pray for all who are working on the building project and for its successful completion; and our Bishops Philip and Barbara. We pray for those in need, and for those who care for them: Robert Frood, Don W, Philip H, Ken D, Babe I, Ian H, Jean S, Margaret Y, Philip C, Brenda, Jean I, Beatrice S, Judy S, Miriam A, Robert D, Mia C, Jan T, Peter Hs and those we remember in our own hearts and prayers. We pray for the members of Holy Trinity not able to worship with us, Wilma M, Margaret D, Ronald D, Ren C, Nancy K, Hilary, Joyce L, Elisabeth D, Lorna M, Jean D, and all who care for them. We remember before God with thanksgiving the lives of Pearl Clifton-Jones (2005), Patti Andrew (2010), and Howard Dowker (2011), as we come to the anniversary of their entry into your nearer presence. Almighty God, you have promised to hear our prayers.

Grant that what we have asked in faith We may by your grace receive, Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Jesus said: A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you. John 13.34 [Let us pray]

We do not presume to come to your table, merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in your manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under your table. But you are the same Lord whose nature is always to have mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of your dear Son Jesus Christ, and to drink his blood, that we may evermore dwell in him, and he in us. Amen.

The Confession Let us confess our sins in penitence and faith, confident in God's forgiveness.

Merciful God, our maker and our judge, we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, and in what we have failed to do: we have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbours as ourselves; we repent, and are sorry for all our sins. Father, forgive us. Strengthen us to love and obey you in newness of life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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The Absolution [Celebrant]

Almighty God, who has promised forgiveness to all who turn to him in faith: pardon you and set you free from all your sins, strengthen you in all goodness and keep you in eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE GREETING OF PEACE (all stand)

[Celebrant] We are the body of Christ. His Spirit is with us. The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.

[A greeting of peace is exchanged with those around us]

Offertory Prayer: Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation. Through your goodness we have these gifts to share. Accept and use our offerings for your glory and for the service of your kingdom.

BLESSED BE GOD FOR EVER.

THE PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

Priest: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Priest: Lift up your hearts: People: We lift them to the Lord. Priest: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give our thanks and praise...

Priest: ... for ever praising you and saying: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

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Priest: .… do this as often as you drink it in remembrance of me. People: Christ has died.

Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

Priest: ….. in songs of never ending praise. People: Blessing and honour and glory and power

are yours for ever and ever. Amen.

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name,

your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen.

THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD AND THE COMMUNION

{Celebrant} We break this bread to share in the body of Christ. We who are many are one body, For we all share in the one bread.

Agnus Dei

We pray together: Jesus, Lamb of God, have mercy on us. Jesus, bearer of our sins, have mercy on us. Jesus, redeemer of the world, grant us your peace.

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Come let us take this holy sacrament of the body and blood of Christ in remembrance that he died for us, and feed on him in our hearts by faith with thanksgiving.

Baptised Christians who receive communion in their own church are invited to share communion with us.

Communion wine may be received: (a) from the common cup from (drink or intinction) (b) from an individual glass on request from the first Eucharistic Assistant. Or you may choose to receive the wafer only (Communion in one kind).

THE SENDING OUT OF GOD'S PEOPLE

Post Communion Prayer

Prayer of self-offering

Father, we offer ourselves to you as a living sacrifice through Jesus Christ our Lord. Send us out in the power of your Spirit to live and work to your praise and glory. AMEN

Blessing Dismissal Go in peace to love and serve the Lord:

IN THE NAME OF CHRIST. AMEN

'Copyright © 1995, The Anglican Church of Australia Trust Corporation. From the text of A Prayer Book for Australia, published under the imprint of Broughton Books. Reproduced with permission.

- Recorded music played under PPCA licence 339096

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Readings for 8am Sunday, November 17, 2013 1st Reading Isaiah 65:17-25 Psalm For Psalm – Song of Isaiah

2nd Reading 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Gospel Luke 21:5-19

GENERAL NOTICES Birthday: Joy Watkinson (Tuesday), Ian Tyler (Thursday)

Trinity times articles for next issue due to Irene by 14th November. Parish ANNUAL meeting: is set for Sunday 17th November. Nominations for Warden, Vestry and Incumbency Committee members will be received by the Vicar until Friday 8th November. Application forms for the electoral roll (which enables you to vote at the Annual Meeting) are available. Would those who need to prepare an annual report please get these to Roy by Sunday 10th November. Tax Deductible Donations to Holy Trinity can be made for the 'Building Appeal' through the National Trust, OR for 'Family Ministry' through the Anglican Foundation. Forms are available at the back of church. Next Sunday Home Group: 10 November 2013. Topic “The Creed of Greed” 2pm Next Saturday Home Group: 16 November 2013 11:00 pm – 1: 30pm. Topic TBA Christmas Cakes: A limited number of cakes will be available on Sunday 1st December. Anglicare Christmas gifts: Toys and Food can be left over the next 6 weeks for the Annual ‘Toys & Food Appeal’. Anglicare have nearly 500 children in their care as well as many needy families who will be looking for support this Christmas

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ROSTERS Roster Duty This Week 10/11/2013 Next Week 17/11/2013 6pm Sat Celebrant The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Dr N. Curry ALM Leonie Bird 8am Sun

Welcomer Alan & Nell Eddy Charles & Jan Harkin

Reader Nigel Creese Barbara Thomson

Intercessor The Rev'd Roy Stanley BCP

Euch Assist Carol Fraser Leonie Bird

Server Barbara Thomson Dinesh Warnakulasuriya

ALM Leonie Bird

Celebrant The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley

Preacher The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley

Breakfast Rick Nicholson and Yvonne Stannard

Diana Cerini and Joan West

10am Sun

Welcomer Yvonne Panagacos & Barbara Thomson

Nip Thomson & Nola Scott

Reader Dileeni & Nilmini Wickramasinghe

Elizabeth Cook & Val Batson

Intercessor The Rev'd Roy Stanley Joan Brooking

Euch Assist Joan Brooking Clarence Muttiah

Server Pam Hughes Jane Sullivan ALM Pam Hughes Celebrant The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Preacher The Rev'd Roy Stanley The Rev'd Roy Stanley Transport Dorothy Hadwen Elizabeth Cook Morning Tea Viv & Peter Harkness Beth Bailey

Counters Irene Shorthouse & Barbara Thomson

Charles & Jan Harkin

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Parish Diary NOV DAY TIME EVENT 10 Sun 12pm Interment 12 Tue 7:30pm Wardens meet at Barbara’s 13 Wed 7:30pm Discussion group meets in Vicarage – topic: Faith &

Medicine 14 Thu 9am

11:30am Trinity Grammar year 7 Founders’ service Trinity Grammar Junior school Founders’ service

15 Fri 10:15am 7pm

Communion Service at Karana N/H Playgroup Dinner

17 Sun 11:30am 2pm

Parish Annual Meeting in the Church Baptism

19 Tue 7:30pm Vestry meets in Op Shop 22 Fri 7pm Youth Group – Indoor Rock climbing at Nunawading.

Holy Trinity Church Directory www.holytrinitykew.org.au

PO Box 37, Kew 3101 251 High St (cnr Pakington St), Kew 3101 Ph: (03) 9853 7158 Email: office@holytrinitykew.org.au

Ministry Team and Church Officers:

Vicar: The Rev. Roy Stanley, (03) 9853 7132; 0408 012 165 vicar@holytrinitykew.org.au

Assistant Priest: The Rev. Jessica Cheung 0403 380 837 revjcheung@yahoo.com

Family Minister: Ros St Flour, 0411 349938 htkfamilyministry@yahoo.com.au

Parish Chaplain: Pam Hughes, 9855 8279 Small Group Co-ordinator: Leonie Bird

Honorary Associate Clergy: The Rev Dr Norman Curry, The Rev Dr Helen Granowski

Authorised Lay Ministers: Leonie Bird, Jane Sullivan, Joy Watkinson.

Churchwardens: David Harkin, Barbara Thomson, Robert Frood

Vestry members: Joe Gandy, Carol Fraser, Rick Nicholson, Beth Bailey, Diane Leist, Blake Shorthouse (Treasurer), Tim Sewell, Alan Wilson. Wedding enquiries: Susan Baker – contact through church website weddings page.

Music Team

Director of Music: Stephen Kerr, 0422 524 574; music@holytrinitykew.org.au

Associate Organist: Ian Tyler Deputy Organist: Anthony Carr

Choir Section Leaders: Philippa Allen, James Allen.

www.holytrinitykew.org.au