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HOLY TRINITY KEW Anglican Church of Australia

SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST JULY 12, 2015

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 – Holy Communion

10.00am – Choral Eucharist Family ministry: Sunday 10.00am in chapel (in church on 1st Sunday)

Healing Service: 4th Sunday of the month, 11.20 am

in the Sanctuary- unless otherwise advised

At Trinity Grammar School Chapel:

Sunday 週日中英文10.30am – English Service

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Dear Parishioners, King Herod had respected and feared John the Baptist as a great prophet. John, however did not fear to chastise Herod for his adulterous relationship. Herod, out of impulse and a desire to please his family and friends, had John the Baptist beheaded. Now his conscience is troubled when he hears that some think that John has risen. When Herod heard the fame of Jesus he supposed that John the Baptist, whom he had beheaded, had returned from the dead. Unfortunately for Herod, he could not rid himself of sin by ridding himself of the man who confronted him with his sin. Herod was a weak man. He did not take a strong stand on matters of importance, of matters of right and wrong, but could take a strong stand on the wrong things when he knew the right. Such a stand, however, was a sign of weakness and cowardice. God's grace enables us to overcome fear and weakness in the face of temptation. Do you allow his grace to fortify you with faith and courage when you face adversity? Do you stand up for the right, or do you turn a blind eye for the sake of keeping the peace? Our challenge as Christians is to live the gospel faithfully so that we have the strength and courage to not shrink back in the face of adversity and temptation. Yours in Christ, Fr Robert

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Invocation: Blessed be God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Blessed be God's kingdom, now and for ever.

Greeting: The Lord be with you. AND ALSO WITH YOU. (see Ruth 2:4) Sentence: Who shall stand in the Lord’s holy place? Those who have clean hands and pure hearts, who do not lift up their hands to what is false. Psalm 24.3–4 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 Eternal God, open our eyes to see your hand at work in the splendour of creation and in the beauty of human life. Help us to cherish the gifts that surround us, to share our blessings with our sisters and brothers, and to experience the joy of life in your presence; through Jesus Christ our Lord, 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: 2 Samuel 6.1-5, 12b-19

1 David again gathered all the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand. 2 David and all the people with him set out and went from Baale-judah, to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the name of the Lord of hosts who is enthroned on the cherubim. 3 They carried the ark of God on a new cart, and brought it out of the house of Abinadab, which was on the hill. Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, were driving the new cart 4 with the ark of God; and Ahio went in front of the ark. 5 David and all the house of Israel were dancing before the Lord with all their might, with songs and lyres and harps and tambourines and castanets and cymbals. 12 It was told King David, ‘The Lord has blessed the household of Obed-edom and all that belongs to him, because of the ark of God.’ So David went and brought up the ark of God from the house of Obed-edom to the city of David with rejoicing; 13 and when those who bore the ark of the Lord had gone six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fatling. 14 David danced before the Lord with all his might; David was girded with a linen ephod. 15 So David and all the house of Israel brought up the ark of the Lord with shouting, and with the sound of the trumpet. 16 As the ark of the Lord came into the city of David, Michal daughter of Saul looked out of the window, and saw King David leaping and dancing before the Lord; and she despised him in her heart. 17 They brought in the ark of the Lord, and set it in its place, inside the tent that David had pitched for it; and David offered burnt-offerings and offerings of well-being before the Lord. 18 When David had finished offering the burnt-offerings and the offerings of well-being, he blessed the people in the name of the Lord of hosts, 19 and distributed food among all the people, the whole multitude of Israel, both men and women, to each a cake of bread, a portion of meat, and a cake of raisins. Then all the people went back to their homes.

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

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Psalm 24 1 The earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it:

the compass of the world and those who dwell therein. 2 For he has founded it upon the seas:

and established it upon the waters. 3 Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord:

or who shall stand in his holy place? 4 Those who have clean hands and a pure heart:

who have not set their soul upon idols, nor sworn their oath to a lie.

5 They shall receive blessing from the Lord: and recompense from the God of their salvation.

6 Of such a kind as this are those who seek him: those who seek your face, O God of Jacob.

7 Lift up your heads, O you gates, and be lifted up, you everlasting doors:

and the King of glory shall come in. 8 Who is the King of glory?:

the Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. 9 Lift up your heads, O you gates, and be lifted up, you everlasting doors:

and the King of glory shall come in. 10 Who is the King of glory?:

the Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory.

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Second Reading: Ephesians 1.1-14 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are in Ephesus and are faithful in Christ Jesus: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, 4 just as he chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before him in love. 5 He destined us for adoption as his children through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of his will, 6 to the praise of his glorious grace that he freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. 7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace 8 that he lavished on us. With all wisdom and insight 9 he has made known to us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure that he set forth in Christ, 10 as a plan for the fullness of time, to gather up all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth. 11 In Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things according to his counsel and will, 12 so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. 13 In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; 14 this is the pledge of our inheritance towards redemption as God’s own people, to the praise of his glory. 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 Mark chapter 6 beginning at the 14th verse. GLORY TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST.

14 King Herod heard of it, for Jesus’ name had become known. Some were saying, ‘John the baptizer has been raised from the dead; and for this reason these powers are at work in him.’ 15 But others said, ‘It is Elijah.’ And others said, ‘It is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old.’16 But when Herod heard of it, he said, ‘John, whom I beheaded, has been raised.’ 17 For Herod himself had sent men who arrested John, bound him, and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife, because Herod had married her. 18 For John had been telling Herod, ‘It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife.’ 19 And Herodias had a grudge against him, and wanted to kill him. But she could not, 20 for Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he protected him. When he heard him, he was greatly perplexed; and yet he liked to listen to him. 21 But an opportunity came when Herod on his birthday gave a banquet for his courtiers and officers and for the leaders of Galilee. 22 When his daughter Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests; and the king said to the girl, ‘Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will give it.’ 23 And he solemnly swore to her, ‘Whatever you ask me, I will give you, even half of my kingdom.’ 24 She went out and said to her mother, ‘What should I ask for?’ She replied, ‘The head of John the baptizer.’25 Immediately she rushed back to the king and requested, ‘I want you to give me at once the head of John the Baptist on a platter.’ 26 The king was deeply grieved; yet out of regard for his oaths and for the guests, he did not want to refuse her. 27 Immediately the king sent a soldier of the guard with orders to bring John’s head. He went and beheaded him in the prison, 28 brought his head on a platter,

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and gave it to the girl. Then the girl gave it to her mother. 29 When his disciples heard about it, they came and took his body, and laid it in a tomb. Gospel Response: This is the gospel of the Lord,

PRAISE TO YOU, LORD JESUS CHRIST. SERMON followed by a short time for reflection

(copy of sermon available at back of church and on web)

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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 Diocese of Peru; Suffragan Bishop of Peru; Theological Colleges, Church Schools & Church Kindergartens; Spiritual Health Victoria; St John's Lilydale; St Johns Toorak – confirmation service; St Johns Toorak – Benetas bi-annual service. We pray for our ministry team: Robert, Jessica, Robert, Helen, Leonie & Pam - and for all who serve within the parish. We pray for our Bishops Philip and Philip.

Lord God, Creator of land and sea, bless those who work at sea. Be with them in fair weather and storms, in danger and distress. Strengthen them when weary, lift them up when down and comfort them when lonely and far from their loved ones. Bring them safely to shore Lord God and bless those who are there to welcome them. In Jesus name. We pray for those in need, and for those who care for them: Bob Stannard, Margaret Y, Wanda S, Nancy D, Caroline, Melvie H, Rosemary S, Coralie C, Joan B, Maureen, Marina P, Pip T, Peter H, Merle O, Darryl D, Billy C, Nancy S, Jean I, Miriam A, Mia C, Jan T and those we remember in our own hearts and prayers.

We pray for the members of Holy Trinity not able to worship with us, Jean S, Phyllis, Norman C, Renee A, Wilma M, Margaret D and all who care for them.

We pray for those who have gone before us marked with the sign of faith and whose year’s mind occurs around this time, including: Mary Vance and Harold Story (2009). Rest eternal grant unto them, O Lord: and let light perpetual shine upon them.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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. 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 Holy Communion in their own church

are invited to share communion with us.

The consecrated wine may be received: a) from the common cup which is the tradition of the Anglican Church since

the Reformation (as outlined in the Book of Common Prayer 1662) by drinking or intinction of the bread.

b) from an individual glass upon request. Or you may choose to receive the bread only as Holy Communion in one kind.

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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 Sunday, July 19, 2015 1st Reading 2 Samuel 7.1-14a Psalm 89.21-38

2nd Reading Ephesians 2.11-22 Gospel Mark 6.30-34, 53-56

GENERAL NOTICES

High Altar and Pedestal flowers are in loving memory of Mary Vance from her niece Pam Harris. Birthdays: Joe Gandy (Today), Alec Baker, David Jose (Wednesday). Sea Sunday: International day of prayer for seafarers, July 12. On Sea Sunday churches around the world come together to remember seafarers and pray for them, their families and those who support them. As well as raising money to help those who work at sea, the day is celebrated with services, parades and ship blessings. To make a donation, go to www.missiontoseafarers.com.au $25 supports the provision of phone and internet services for contact with home; $35 will support MTSV Ship Visiting; $50 will support emergency night call-out to help seafarers in distress; $100 will support the upkeep of MTSV on-shore facilities Trinity Times: the closing date for items for the Winter edition of Trinity Times is Thursday 16th July. Items can be left at the office, emailed to ireneshorthouse@iprinus.com.au or phone her on 9882 1692. Many thanks, Irene. Donkey Shelter It is time to make our annual contribution for the support of our adopted donkey Trish. If you wish to help with this would you please give your contribution to a Warden, or place in the collection plate in a suitably noted envelope, or leave at the office. Thank you

Study coming up in July. Please place your names on a sheet of paper at the back of the church as an expression of interest: “Jesus rediscovered”, A five part course covering The Life and Teaching of Jesus, Following Jesus, Jesus: Saviour of the World, Jesus is Lord and Jesus and the Church.

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ROSTERS Roster Duty This Week 12/7/2015 Next Week 19/7/2015

6pm Sat

Celebrant The Rev’d Robert Newton The Rev’d Robert Holland

ALM

8am Sun

Welcomer Robert & Marilyn Frood Chris & Merrilyn Beeny

Reader Nigel Creese Chris & Merrilyn Beeny

Intercessor BCP

Euch Assist David Harkin Merrilyn Beeny

Server Carol Fraser Dinesh Warnakulasuriya

ALM

Celebrant The Rev’d Robert Newton The Rev’d Robert Newton

Preacher The Rev’d Robert Newton The Rev’d Robert Newton

Breakfast Rick Nicholson and Yvonne Stannard

Diana Cerini and Joan West

10am Sun

Welcomer Lorraine Bent & Yvonne Panagacos

Nip Thomson & Nola Scott

Reader Dileeni & Nilmini Wickramasinghe

Kathryn Watt & Madeleine Jenkins

Intercessor Kathryn Watt

Euch Assist Julie Burke & Kathryn Watt

Nick Leicester & Janine Lancaster

Server Andrea Sherko & Chris Flavelle Smith

Jane Sullivan, & Andrea Sherko

ALM

Celebrant The Rev’d Robert Newton The Rev’d Robert Newton

Preacher The Rev’d Robert Newton The Rev’d Robert Newton

Transport Dorothy Hadwen Elizabeth Cook

Morning Tea Rosemary Nairn & Ian Lees

Beth Bailey & Bev Cooper

Counters Blake & Irene Shorthouse Charles Harkin & Robert Frood

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PARISH DIARY Jul DAY TIME EVENT 16 Thu Trinity Times articles due – submit to Irene Shorthouse

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.

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

Office hours: Monday & Friday 9-12.

Ministry Team and Church Officers:

Vicar: The Rev. Robert Newton, 9855 0630, vicar@holytrinitykew.org.au Assistant Priest: The Rev. Jessica Cheung, 0403 380 837 revjcheung@yahoo.com

Parish Chaplain: Pam Hughes, 9855 8279

Honorary Associate Clergy: The Rev. Robert Holland, The Rev. Dr Helen Granowski

Authorised Lay Ministers: Leonie Bird, Jane Sullivan.

Churchwardens: David Harkin, Barbara Thomson, Robert Frood

Parish Council: Joe Gandy, Simon Gandy, Madeleine Jenkins, Rick Nicholson, Beth Bailey, Blake Shorthouse (Treasurer), John Carmichael, Alan Wilson. Wedding enquiries: refer to weddings page on website.

♫ Music Team ♫

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

Associate Organist: Ian Tyler Deputy Organists: Dorothea Baker, Anthony Carr

Head Chorister: Maddison McLeod.

www.holytrinitykew.org.au