St Peter's Anglican Parish

ST PETER'S ANGLICAN PARISH

CREMORNE
EPIPHANY 6

13th FEBRUARY 2011

A WARM WELCOME is extended to parishioners, visitors, adults and children. We are delighted that you are worshipping with us today and trust that you feel welcome. Visitors and newcomers may care to sign the visitors’ book on the back table. A Hearing Loop is available in the three front pews on the left hand side of church. Toilets are available in the Lower Hall. Everyone is invited to stay for refreshments and a chat in the Armstrong Room after the service.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

Children between the ages of 4 - 9 are invited to meet in the Armstrong Room. Please leave quietly with the leaders during the Gradual Hymn. There are quiet activities and books for parents with younger children in the choir vestry.

TODAY’S SERVICES

7.00am Eucharist: Celebrant & Preacher: Fr Neil Vearing

9.00am Sung Eucharist: Celebrant Fr Ken Munns - Preacher: Fr Neil

5.00pm CHURCH@5

Setting: Missa sine nomine

Organist: Michael Davies

Hymns: Together in Song: 557, 231, 215, 536, 245

The ministry of prayer is available during both Sunday services.7.00am ~ please wait in the Chapel after the service 9.00am ~ in the chapel during the administration of Holy Communion

PARISH BULLETIN

FOR OUR PARISHIONERS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Louise Alexander, Monica Andrew, Diana Armstrong, John, Jane and Eleanor Ashworth, Alan and Louisa Baker, Sybil Baker

ST PETER’S AND THE WIDER CHURCH

Our parish clergy, Fr Neil and Fr Ken. Our parish book group, Words and The r’s – thanksgiving for the fellowship we enjoy at our meetings and for the growth of the group. The planning for the Walking and Wellbeing Group. The children’s ministry teachers, children and their families. The appointment of an organist.

THE DIOCESE AND THE WIDER CHURCH

Archbishop Peter and Bishop Glenn. Archbishop Rowan of Canterbury and the Anglican Communion. The ministry of the Revd Tracey Wolsey, recently appointed as chaplain to the flood affected areas in the Diocese of Bendigo. Thanksgiving for the first ordinations of women to the diaconate 25 years ago. The Staff, students and Chaplains of Redlands School

OUR LOCAL AND WIDER COMMUNITY

Safety on our beaches and in swimming pools. Life savers and surf patrols. Swimming instructors and Learn to Swim campaigns. Manual workers employed outside during the hot weather. Staff at Taronga Zoo and all who care for animals.

NEEDS OF THE WORLD

The maintenance of freedom of access to information and freedom of the press. Return to peace and stability in Egypt and for the institution of the people’s democratic rights. Human rights and safety for homosexuals and transgender people in Uganda. Reconstruction of the flood and cyclone affected areas of our country, and for those affected by the bushfires in Western Australia

FOR THE SICK AND THOSE IN NEED

Those who have asked us to pray; Elizabeth Spurrell, Peter Blackburn, Don Skinner, Alan & Alison, Dorothy Black, Nellie Holliday, Yue Ying Lin,

FOR THE LONG TERM SICK

Ian Lourenco, Josie Clifford, Hayden, Beverly (SA), Mary Jane, Joyce Lloyd, John, Margaret Stromhall, Lyn Morris, Doreen Salt, Spencer, Kaye (SA), Jack,Sylvia Hartog, Pam Albany and Mary, Helen Phillips, Jeannie Stephens, Roger and Estelle..

GIVE THANKS for improvement of health: Gill Stemp,Adrian, Michael, Stuart Armsworth. Jonathon.

FOR THOSE IN NURSING HOMES

Ros Haege, Edna Norton-Baker, Marjorie Flower, Ron Davies,

Pam Bennett, Meg Wheeler, Mary Hogan, Gil Webb.

THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED

The recently deceased, and those whose anniversaries occur about this time, especially Mary Emma Ash and Mollie Moss.

January Parish CouncilNotes are available at the back of the church today.

CHURCH@5 - ALL AGE INFORMAL WORSHIP

NEXT SUNDAY – 20th February 2011

5.00pm - Armstrong Room

Join us for Worship ~ Fellowship ~ Food ~ Activities

INTERCHURCH COUNCIL ANNUAL DINNER

Monday 21 February, 6.30pm for 7pm, at Mosman RSL Club, Military Road, Mosman. Details and tickets from available from William Nesham.

WELCOMERS & SIDESPEOPLE

There will be an opportunity for the welcomers and Sidespeople to meet next Monday. This will be an opportunity to talk about these very important roles of our Sunday service and introduce some new ideas. New volunteers for the welcoming and Sidesperson roster are welcome to participate in this meeting. The meeting date is as follows: Monday 14th February – 10.30am in the Armstrong Room

INTERCESSION WORKSHOP

The Sunday intercessors are invited to meet on Monday 14th February – 7.30pm in the Armstrong Room for a workshop on writing intercessions. An open invitation is also extended to anyone who would like to join the intercession roster and help prepare the Sunday intercessions.

OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS OF LENTEN DISCUSSION GROUPS

What is a Lenten Discussion Group?

A group that meets to discuss the Lenten theme. Usually guided by a booklet.

Who is the group for?

For anyone who wants to meet in a friendly environment to learn more about their faith.

What is the purpose of a Lenten Discussion group?

To hear what others have to say about their faith and the opportunity to share your own thoughts.

What are requirements to participate in a Lenten Discussion group?

There are no requirements other than to join the group – just a healthy interest in the Christian faith.

What if I ask the wrong questions or give the wrong answers?

There are no wrong or right questions or answers – just different points of view that help each other to learn more.

If you have been wondering if the Lenten Group is for you – it’s not too late to order your booklet today. Cost of booklet - $9.50. For more information please speak to Fr Neil.

PARISH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – 2011

The parish AGM for 2011 will be held on Sunday 20th March in St Peter’s Church following the 9.00am Eucharist. Please consider nominations for Warden, Parish Council and Synod. Reports due later than6th March 2011 – email form preferred

WORDS AND THE WORD @ ST PETER’S

Next gathering Friday 18th February - The first book chosen for the NY is Ayan Hersi Ali’s Nomad. Many of you might have seen her at the Sydney Writers Festival a couple of years ago - she was really well-received here. If you know anyone who might like to join, please point them to our website for this information piece and the book plan. If they would like a lift, please tell us. Any questions regarding the book group, please call Christine H on 0429 219 184, or email her at

WALKING AND WELLBEING GROUP

The walking group will be leaving from Middle Head Road (Mosman end) at 7.30am on Saturday 19th February. Easy walking for all ages. Bring: water, hat, sunscreen, money for coffee. More info from Ian – 0417437996

PLANT STALL

Now that you are tidying your gardens after all the rain we have had, please bear in mind the Parish Plant stall at the March Election Day Market and bring along your potted plants.

14th February – 19th February 2011

Monday 147.00am Police Chaplaincy

8.30am – 9.30am Redlands Chapel

10.30am Welcomers & Sidesperson Meeting

7.30pm Intercession Workshop

Tuesday 158.30am – 9.30am Redlands Chapel

10.00am – 12.00pm Craft Group

6.00pm Eucharist

Wednesday 16Fr Neil's Day Off

10.00 am – 3.00 pm St Peter’s Patchers

7.00 pm ICC Meeting – Armstrong Room

Thursday 177.00am Eucharist

8.30am – 9.30am Redlands Chapel

10am – 12noon Children’s Playtime

10.30am – 11.30am Redlands Chapel

Friday 1810.30am Elizabeth Lodge – Eucharist

2.00 pm Wardens Meeting

6.30 pm Words & The Words @ St Peters

Saturday 197.30am Walking & Wellbeing Group – see notice

NEXT SUNDAY 20th February 2011 – Epiphany 7

7.00am Eucharist: Celebrant & Preacher Fr Ken Munns

9.00am Sung Eucharist: Celebrant Fr Neil Vearing - Preacher Fr Ken

11.00 am Matins Bougainvillea

5.00pm CHURCH@5

NEXT WEEK’S READINGS & ROSTERS

20th February 2011

Reading 1:Leviticus 19.1-2, 9-18

Psalm: 119.33-40

Reading 2:1 Corinthians 3.10-17

Gospel:Matthew 5.38-48

7.00am

Reader:Carolyn Lawes

Sidesperson: Robert Matthias

Chalice:Judy Chapman

9.00am

Welcomers:Barbara Gordon and Lynnette Scott

Sidespersons: Tom and Jan Ingham

Readers:Bar Waters and Alan Baker

Intercessor:Angela Peverell

MC:Greg Loveday

Crucifer:Tom Layton

Acolytes:Helen Robarts and Christine Hogan

Morning Tea:John and Mary Layton

Prayer Ministry: N/A

PEWSHEET DEADLINE.

Please submit all pew sheet entries no later than 12 noon each Tuesday.Requests for the prayer lists should be made on the appropriate form which is at the back of the church or in the Armstrong Room.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

This year’s the World Day of Prayer service will be held on Friday 4th March at Scots Kirk, Belmont Rd, Mosman, commencing at 10.30am; members of St Peter’s are invited to join with the Australian Church Women from this area. Any queries please contact Judy Chapman 9909 3075

Parish Directory

Rector: Fr Neil Vearing

9953 1050 or 0401 289 919

Associate Priest: Fr Ken Munns

0412 734 328

Church Wardens:Greig Brooks 0418 632 228

Bruce Gordon 9953 1847

Greg Loveday 0414 992 746

Parish Councillors:Jonathan WarrandEdwina Waddy

John AshworthBarbara BardonWilliam Nesham

Esme ParkerSusan Hooke

Parish Administrator: Jan Koop 9953 1050

Children’s Ministry:Edwina Waddy0402 116 216

Pastoral Care Contacts

Jane Ashworth 9948 0023Kathy Moss9909 3985

Louisa Baker 9969 3939John Halford9411 5971

Heather Vearing 9953 1050 Beth McInnes 9972 7159

Office Hours: Tuesday: 10am – 2pm &– Friday: 10am – 12 noon

29 Waters Road ~ Cremorne NSW 2090

Tel: (02) 9953 1050

Reproduced with permission. 2003