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CHRIST CHURCH ST LAURENCERailway Square, Sydney

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22 APRIL 2018The Fourth Sunday of Easter

7.00am Morning Prayer

7.30am Eucharist

9.00am Sung Eucharist Preacher: Rev’d Antony Weiss Hymns: 394 486 457 (ii) 307

Setting: Missa Sine Nomine ( Jewkes)

10.30am Solemn High MassPreacher: Rev’d Antony WeissHymns: 457 (ii) 308 394Setting: Missa Eliensis (Wills)Motet: The Lord is my shepherd (Goodall)Postlude: Postlude on a theme of Orlando Gibbons (Song 22) Op. 105 (Stanford)

6.30pm Solemn Evensong & BenedictionPreacher: Fr Michael O’BrienHymns: 100 (i) 363 105 Canticles: Service in F (Darke)Anthem: Cantate Domino (Monteverdi) Postlude: Gagliarda, Op. 154 (Karg-Elert)

MORNING SERVICE SHEET

WELCOME TO CHRIST CHURCH ST LAURENCEChrist Church St Laurence is an inner city parish committed to the spread of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. As a congregation and as the Church we are committed to the support of the underprivileged, the persecuted and the socially marginalised. We are an Anglican church in the Anglican Catholic tradition.

THIS WEEK AT CHRIST CHURCH ST LAURENCEMON 23 APRILGeorge, martyr (d. c. 303) 6.00pm

Daily Services (7.30am, 8.00am, 5.30pm)Christian Meditation

TUE 24 APRILOscar Romero, Archbishop of San Salvador, martyr (d. 1980)

Daily Services (7.30am, 8.00am, 5.30pm)

WED 25APRILMark, Evangelist & MartyrANZAC Day

Daily Services (7.30am, 8.00am)No Healing Eucharist or Evening Prayer - Public Holiday.

THU 26 APRIL

Daily Services (7.30am, 8.00am, 5.30pm)

FRI 27 APRIL 6.00pm

Daily Services (7.30am, 8.00am, 5.30pm)Eucharist

SAT 28 APRIL Daily Services (7.30am, 8.00am, 5.30pm)

SUN 29 APRILThe Fifth Sunday of Easter 7.00am

7.30am9.00am

10.30am

6.30pm

Acts 8.26-40; Ps 22.26-32; 1 Jn 4.7-21; John 15.1-8Morning PrayerEucharistSung EucharistPreacher: Fr Daniel DriesSetting: Missa Sine Nomine (Jewkes)Solemn High MassPreacher: Fr Daniel DriesSetting: Missa O quam gloriosum (Victoria)Motet: Perfect love casteth out fear (Southwood)Solemn Evensong & BenedictionPreacher: Mr Ryan Austin-EamesCanticles: Short Service (Byrd)Anthem: Arise, Shine (Elvey)

Readings: The Revised Common Lectionary in NRSV (1997), Mowbray, London. Introit, Collect and Psalm: A Prayer Book for Australia (1995), Broughton Books, Sydney. Propers: The Roman Missal (1969 & 1983), E.J.Dwyer (Aust.). Reproduced with permission.

MASS READINGS

SENTENCEJohn 10.14

‘I am the good shepherd,’ says the Lord. ‘I know my own and my own know me.’

COLLECTJesus, good shepherd of the sheep, by whom the lost are sought and guided into the fold: feed us and we shall be satisfied, heal us and we shall be whole, and lead us that we may be with you, where you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

FIRST READING Acts 4.5-12The next day their rulers, elders, and scribes assembled in Jerusalem, with Annas the high priest, Caiaphas, John, and Alexander, and all who were of the high-priestly family. When they had made the prisoners stand in their midst, they inquired, ‘By what power or by what name did you do this?’ Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, ‘Rulers of the people and elders, if we are questioned today because of a good deed done to someone who was sick and are asked how this man has been healed, let it be known to all of you, and to all the people of Israel, that this man is standing before you in good health by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead. This Jesus is “the stone that was rejected by you, the builders; it has become the

cornerstone.” There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among mortals by which we must be saved.’

The word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

Verses of the psalm are read alternately by a single reader and the congregation. A pause is observed at the colon for reflection. At Solemn High Mass, the choir sings the psalm.

PSALM 231. The Lord is my shepherd: therefore can I lack nothing.2. He will make me lie down in green pastures: and lead me beside still waters.3. He will refresh my soul: and guide me in right pathways for his name’s sake.4. Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me, your rod and your staff comfort me.5. You spread a table before me in the face of those who trouble me: you have anointed my head with oil, and my cup shall be full.6. Surely your goodness and loving kindness will follow me all the days of my life: and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Please use these readings in conjunction with the coloured service booklet.Breakfast is served after the 7.30am Eucharist today. Refreshments are served after the 9.00am Sung Eucharist and the 10.30am Solemn High Mass, all in the Parish Hall. All are welcome. If you are a visitor please ask a sidesperson for directions.

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MASS READINGSSECOND READING 1 John 3.16-24We know love by this, that the Son of God laid down his life for us – and we ought to lay down our lives for one another. How does God’s love abide in anyone who has the world’s goods and sees a brother or sister in need and yet refuses help? Little children, let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action. And by this we will know that we are from the truth and will reassure our hearts before him whenever our hearts condemn us; for God is greater than our hearts, and he knows everything.

Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have boldness before God; and we receive from him whatever we ask, because we obey his commandments and do what pleases God. And this is his commandment, that we should believe in the name of his Son Jesus Christ and love one another, just as he has commanded us. All who obey his commandments abide in him, and he abides in them. And by this we know that he abides in us, by the Spirit that he has given us.

The word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATIONAlleluia.I am the good Shepherd, says the Lord; the good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.Alleluia.

GOSPEL John 10.11-18The gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ.Jesus said to the Pharisees: ‘I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand, who is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and runs away – and the wolf snatches them and scatters them. The hired hand runs away because a hired hand does not care for the sheep. I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father. And I lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd. For this reason the Father loves me, because I lay down my life in order to take it up again. No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it up again. I have received this command from my Father.’

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

OFFERTORY SENTENCEMy God, my God, eagerly will I seek you and in your name will I lift my hands on high. Alleluia.

COMMUNION SENTENCEThe good Shepherd is risen! He who laid down his life for his sheep, who died for his flock is risen. Alleluia.

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MASS READINGSCOMMUNION MOTET

The Lord is my shepherdHoward Goodall (b. 1958)

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,He leadeth me beside the still waters.Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,For you are with me,You will comfort me.For you are with me,You will comfort me,Comfort me.Surely goodness and mercy,shall follow me all the days of my life,and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Psalm 23

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Restoration AppealThe Christ Church St Laurence restoration project will begin during 2018, with most of the work expected to occur during 2019. The magnificent worship associated with the parish has only been possible because of the generosity and vision of previous generations. It is now time for the current parishioners to commit to a grand and courageous project for the benefit of the generations yet to come. In a rapidly changing city, Christ Church St Laurence has a very significant role to play, as we continue to provide a place of prayerfulness, peace and acceptance. The parish’s vitality and energy for almost 180 years has weathered many challenges and conflicts in society and in the church. We owe it to future generations to leave them a Christ Church St Laurence that continues to reflect a vibrant and enthusiastic expression of Anglicanism. Please consider how you can play your part in restoring and preserving this extraordinary tradition.The Restoration Appeal was launched recently at an informal gathering in the Parish Hall. During this launch, heritage architect Jean Wahl spoke appreciatively of the beauty of the church and outlined her approach to the project. Describing her investigations of earlier paintwork, Jean presented a captivating vision of the potential effect of fresh paint and re-designed lighting.As it unfolds through several phases, following on from our successful stained-glass restoration, this project and its funding will be with us for 2-3 years. The first phase will see the installation of a heating and cooling system, using air displacement through floor vents. Sophisticated in design, unobtrusive in appearance, and economical

in operation, this system meets our needs ideally. The character of our building nevertheless makes it expensive to install.Donations to our Restoration Fund in association with the National Trust are tax deductible. For details on how to donate, please see page 7.

Bathurst Rail PilgrimageThere are still places available for the rail pilgrimage to Bathurst on Saturday 26 May. If you are interested, please collect a brochure from the back of the church today. The deadline for registration is Sunday 6 May.

Asylum Seekers CentrePlease remember to support the collection of groceries for the Asylum Seekers Centre in Newtown. The basket and a list of suitable groceries is available at the West Door.

Name BadgesIf you requested a name badge please collect it today from the back of the church. Unfortunately we were unable to read some of the requests - please make sure you print your name clearly. Also, if you are not on the Parish Roll, please complete a form to ensure our records are up-to-date.

Behind the Scenes Organ TourOn Sunday 6 May, 2-4pm, Pitt Street Uniting Church will host a Behind The Scenes tour of their Hill & Son Organ as part of the National Trust’s Australian Heritage Festival. Darrell Pitchford will talk of its inner workings and John Aitchison FRCO, will play a selection of music. Tickets are available from https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/ahf_event/one-of-sydneys-finest-organs/. Afternoon tea included in the ticket price.

SUNDAY NOTICES

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The AscensionTHURSDAY 10 MAY7.30am Morning prayer8.00am Eucharist5.30pm Evening prayer6.00pm Procession and Solemn High Mass

The Ascension THE ASCENSION Thursday 10 May

7.30am Morning Prayer 8.00am Eucharist 5.30pm Evening Prayer

6.00pm Procession and Solemn High Mass

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CHURCH ADDRESS 812 George St, Sydney www.ccsl.org.auPARISH OFFICE ADDRESS PARISH POSTAL ADDRESS

L2, 812B George Street, Sydney PO Box 1324, Haymarket NSW 1240 office@ccsl.org.au

P 02 9211 0560 F 02 9212 2449

RECTOR Fr Daniel Dries fr.daniel@ccsl.org.au M 0417 662 776

SENIOR ASSISTANT PRIEST Fr John Sanderson fr.john@ccsl.org.au M 0408 130 864

LICENSED CLERGY Fr Ron Silarsah fr.ron@ccsl.org.auFr Michael Giffin Fr Eric Hampson Fr Ian CrooksRev’d Antony Weiss

M 0400 814 518 P 02 9211 0560P 02 9211 0560

STUDENT MINISTER Ryan Austin-Eames ryan.austineames@gmail.com M 0466 548 937PARISH ADMINISTRATOR Peter Bruce p.bruce@ccsl.org.au P 02 9211 0560WARDENS: wardens@ccsl.org.au

Brenda Hunter b.hunter@ccsl.org.auGreg Loveday g.loveday@ccsl.org.auAnthony Miller a.miller@ccsl.org.au

M 0418 118 115M 0414 992 746

M 0432 566 784TREASURER Peter Hanson p.hanson@ccsl.org.au M 0408 263 124CHOIR OFFICE Parish Hall, 505 Pitt St choir@ccsl.org.au P 02 9211 0560DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Neil McEwan AM FRSCM n.mcewan@ccsl.org.au P 02 9211 0560ORGANIST Peter Jewkes p.jewkes@ccsl.org.au P 02 9960 2476ORGAN SCHOLAR Joshua Ryan j.ryan@ccsl.org.auBELLTOWER BOOKS Parish Office office@ccsl.org.auTHE DEACON’S TREASURE Editors tdt@ccsl.org.au

MEDITATION & SPIRITUAL DIRECTION Ann Bergman a.bergman@ccsl.org.au P 02 9498 2625

HEAD SERVER Brian Luhr OGS OAM bluhr1@bigpond.com P 0400 193 626 SACRISTAN John Wood P 02 9699 9309HEAD SIDESPERSON Peter Hanson peterhanson.1108@gmail.com M 0408 263 124HEAD VERGER Darren Churchill vergers@ccsl.org.au M 0412 196 473BELLTOWER CAPTAIN Dace Vare ringers@ccsl.org.au P 02 9560 9247

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CANA SHELTER FOR HOMELESS MENOn Saturday nights our parish hall becomes a shelter for homeless men. New volunteers are always welcome, to set up the shelter, prepare food, sleep overnight, or take away laundry. For more information, contact Roger Bayley (0408 660 575).

CHILDREN’S MINISTRYOur church operates a Sunday School during the 9.00am Sung Eucharist (which lasts approximately 65 minutes).For information about enrolling a child in Sunday School,contact the Parish O� ce (9211 0560) or o� ce@ccsl.org.au

EUCHARIST IN THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDSA Eucharist in our High Church tradition takes place at 11.00am on the � rst Saturday of the month in Mittagong. For further information, please contact Chris Styles (4872 3003).

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