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Services Today

9.00 am Holy Communion . reader— Hilary Pringle

11.00 am Holy Communion

Collect

Almighty God, Give us grace to cast away the works of darkness and to put on the armour of light now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to us in great humility; that on the last day when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Amen.

The Lesson– Isaiah 64: 1-9 p. 752 Psalm 80: 1-8, 18-20 BCP p. 685

The Epistle– 1 Corinthians 1: 3-9 p.1173

The Gospel– Mark 13: 24-37 p.1019

Post Communion Prayer God our deliverer, Awaken our hearts to prepare the way for the advent of your Son, that, with minds purified by the grace of his coming, we may serve you faithfully all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord.. Amen.

Sunday 3rd DECEMBER

2017

The FIRST SUNDAY of ADVENT

11.00am - Holy Communion

Opening Lo ! He come with clouds decending, Hymn 132 Lighting of Advent Candles The Mc Niece family

The Gathering of God’s People

p.201 Opening Greeting

p.201 Collect for Purity

p.202 Penitence

Collect of the day

Proclaiming and Receiving the Word

The Lesson, read by: Albert Nixon

Psalm 80: 1-8, 18-20 BCP p.685

The Epistle, read by: Lorraine Simpson

Gradual Hymn Waken, O sleeper, wake and rise, 143

The Gospel, read by: Dorothy Wilson

Sermon

p.205 The Nicene Creed

The Prayers of the People

Hymn You servants of the Lord 145 each in your calling wait;

Intercessions

p.207 Prayer of Humble Access

The Peace

Offertory Come, Lord, Hymn and meet us in this holy hour , S26

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 Hark! A thrilling voice is sounding, 126 Dismissal

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READINGS for —SUNDAY 3rd December 2017

The Lesson—Isaiah 64: 1-9

The Old Testament Reading is from the Book of Isaiah, Chapter 64,beginning to read at verse 1. Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains would tremble before you! 2 As when fire sets twigs ablaze and causes water to boil, come down to make your name known to your enemies and cause the nations to quake before you! 3 For when you did awesome things that we did not expect, you came down, and the mountains trembled before you. 4 Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him. 5 You come to the help of those who gladly do right, who remember your ways. But when we continued to sin against them, you were angry. How then can we be saved? 6 All of us have become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags; we all shrivel up like a leaf, and like the wind our sins sweep us away. 7 No one calls on your name or strives to lay hold of you; for you have hidden your face from us and have given us over to our sins. 8 Yet you, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand. 9 Do not be angry beyond measure, Lord; do not remember our sins for ever. Oh, look upon us we pray, for we are all your people.

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

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The Epistle—1 Corinthians 1 : 3-9

The New Testament Reading is from St Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians, Chapter

1, beginning to read at verse 3.

3 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 4 I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. 5 For in him you have been enriched in every way – with all kinds of speech and with all knowledge – 6 God thus confirming our testimony about Christ among you. 7 Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. 8 He will also keep you firm to the end, so that you will be

blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

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

The Gospel– Mark 13: 24-37

(Sung acclamations) Hear the Gospel of our Saviour Christ, according to Saint Mark, chapter 13, beginning to read at verse 24. Glory to you ,Lord Jesus Christ. 24 ‘But in those days, following that distress, ‘“the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; 25 the stars will fall from the sky, and the heavenly bodies will be shaken.” 26 ‘At that time people will see the Son of Man coming in clouds with great power and glory. 27 And he will send his angels and gather his elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of the heavens. 28 ‘Now learn this lesson from the fig-tree: as soon as its twigs get tender and its leaves come out, you know that summer is near. 29 Even so, when you see these things happening, you know that it is near, right at the door. 30 Truly I tell you, this generation will certainly not pass away until all these things have happened. 31 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. 32 ‘But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 33 Be on guard! Be alert ! You do not know when that time will come. 34 It’s like a man going away: he leaves his house and puts his servants in charge, each with their assigned task, and tells the one at the door to keep watch. 35 ‘Therefore keep watch because you do not know when the owner of the house will come back –

whether in the evening, or at midnight, or when the cock crows, or at dawn. 36 If he comes suddenly, do not let him find you sleeping. 37 What I say to you, I say to everyone: “Watch!”’

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

(Sung acclamations)

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CLOGHER DIOCESAN ADVENT

CAROL SERVICE

On Sunday 3rd December 2017 inSt. Macartan’s

Cathedral, Clogher at 7pm. Few seats available in Rector’s car—if

you like. All welcome

Many thanks to everyone who

contributed to the Appeal.

The boxes went off on Monday afternoon.

A total of 44 boxes—this year– a great effort !

DISTRICT VISITORS.

Please collect your Christmas Mail Drop in the porch.

Freewill envelopes for2018,Contribution

letter and Christmas leaflets . Thank you.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

NATIVITY PLAY

On Sunday 10th Dec—the children should go direct to

the Hall at 11am for practice of the play—and then

after the 11am service—the children go up to the Church for a short rehearsal .

On Sunday 17th (date of the Nativity

Play ) the Children should meet in the Stables at 10.30 am to dress up

and organise. Thank you !

Rossorry

Wednesday Club

Next Meeting—

Wed.6th December 2017 at 10.30 am

‘Christmas Communion Service’

New members very welcome

ROSSORRY PRAYER GROUP Meets in the Parish Office on Wednesdays (7.30pm) (2nd and 4th Wednesday each month) Next meeting :-

is on Wed 6th December 2017

We meet in Fellowship with a heart for prayer. We pray for personal, Parish and wider issues.

CLOGHER DIOCESAN MAGAZINES

If you receive the Clogher

Diocesan Magazine—it’s time to pay the Annual Subscription

£10 please to Jean Bleakley

Rossorry Mothers' Union next meeting : Thursday 7th December

2017 at 8.00.pm

(Visitors night which is open to all ladies of the parish. )

Our guest is Rev. David Cupples who will

speak on his Camino walk.

All are welcome.

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SERVICES FOR DECEMBER 2017

Sunday 3rd December (1st Sunday of Advent) Evening Service now Sunday 10th— “A Quiet Christmas”

9.00am 11.00 am 3.00pm

Holy Communion Holy Communion Communion in the Hall

Isaiah 64: 1-9 Psalm 80: 1-8, 18-20 1 Corinthians 1: 3-9 Mark 13: 24-37

Sunday 10th December (2nd Sunday of Advent)

9.00am 11.00 am 7.00 pm

Holy Communion Morning Prayer . “A Quiet Christmas”

Isaiah 40: 1-11 Psalm 85: 1-2, 8-13 2 Peter 3 : 8-15 Mark 1: 1-8

Sunday 17th December (3rd Sunday of Advent)

9.00am 11.00 am 7.00 pm

Holy Communion Morning Prayer with Sunday School Nativity. CAROL SERVICE

Isaiah 61: 1-4, 8-11 Psalm 126 1Thessalonians 5: 16-24 John 1: 6-8, 19-28

Sunday 24th December (4th Sunday of Advent)

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer .

2 Samuel 7: 1-11, 16 Psalm 89: 1-4, 19-26 Romans 16: 25-27 Luke 1: 26-38

Sunday 24th December (Christmas Eve) Monday 25th December (Christmas Day

10.00pm 10.00am

Holy Communion Family Eucharist

Isaiah 52: 7-10 Psalm 98 Hebrews 1: 1-12 John 1: 1-4, 15-18

—————————- Isaiah 9: 2-7 Psalm 96 Titus 2: 11-14 Luke 2: 1-14

Thought for the week

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CRECHE

Available at 11am in the

Stables

This week: Open each Sunday in the

Stables at 10.50am.

ROSSORRY COMMUNITY PARENT & TODDLER

(10am—11.30am) Open Wednesdays 10am to 11.30am in The Parish Hall

This week :Christmas Party in the

Hall ( special visitor!!) All volunteers welcome

Next Week:- Holidays

All welcome

Check us out at

Website: www.rossorryparish.com

Rossorry Parish Church

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MORE NEWS ITEMS

PARISH DRAW

TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM VESTRY MEMBERS or the PARISH OFFICE

(Could Ticket sellers please ensure they return counterfoils and money to Parish Office early in December)

SANDS NI Carol Service

SANDS NI support people who experience the tragedy of stillbirth or the death of an infant in the first weeks of life. SANDS is organising an ecumenical Christmas Carol Service for those who have been affected by the loss of a baby, in St Macartin’s Cathedral, Enniskillen on Friday 8

th December at 7.30 pm. This will be a gentle,

hope-filled service of carols, readings and prayers. Those attending are asked to bring a gift-wrapped toy appropriate to the age that the child you lost would be today. These gifts will be placed under the Christmas tree and donated to local charities. Tea and light refreshments will be served after the

service.

THANK YOU

Brownies and Rainbows Coffee Morning

raised £224.32p

Thanks to all who supported and those who helped out.

Tickets avail-able

From Vestry Members or Parish Office

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Festival of 175 Christmas Trees 2017

DVD of the trees and a recording of the Carol Service

Price: £5 Available now—

sign up sheet (to order) in the Porch.

FERMANAGH MENCAP with MAGHERACROSS PARISH Invite you to a special Non—Denominational

Christmas Carol Service in Magheracross Parish Church ,

Ballinamallard for adults and children with Learning Disabilities on

Sunday 3rd December 2017 at 3pm

Refreshments afterwards in the Archdale

Hall All wecome

An Afternoon of Christmas Poetry

with Rosemarie Keenan at the Aisling Centre - Shining a light on the age-old celebration of

Christmas - Tuesday 5th December 2017, 2.00pm – 4.00pm -

All welcome, No prior knowledge of poetry

necessary for information contact 028 66 325811

Rossorry Parish

in Partnership with

Clogher DiocesanYouth Council &

LOVE for Lifet

BIBLE SOCIETY for NI

Daily Bible reading guide is available in

the porches. A little daily guide to reading your bible

printed by the Bible Society for NI. Please take one

3rd Session TONIGHT Sunday 3rd December

in the Rossorry Hall from 7-9pm

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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

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

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.