THE NEVIL MEMORIAL CHURCH OF ST. GEORGE

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THE NEVIL MEMORIAL CHURCH OF ST. GEORGE -EPISCOPALARDMORE, PA

The Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ Sunday, February 2, 2014 8:00 am, Rite I

THE GATHERING OF GOD’S PEOPLE Coming together form our week in the world, we ready ourselves to thank God for the Baptism of Jesus. All standing, the Celebrant says

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Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen.

The Celebrant and the People say The Collect for Purity Almighty God, unto whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love thee, and worthily magnify thy holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen. The Summary of the Law

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The Kyrie

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The Gloria

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The Collect of the Day Celebrant People Celebrant

The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit. Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, we humbly beseech thee that, as thy only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented unto thee with pure and clean hearts by the same Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. Please be seated.

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THE LITURGY OF THE WORD The Lord speaks to us in scripture and preaching about the revealing of his Son Jesus in his baptism. A Reading from the Book of Malachi

Malachi 3: 1-4

Thus says the Lord, See, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me, and the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple. The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight-- indeed, he is coming, says the LORD of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner's fire and like fullers' soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the LORD in righteousness. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the LORD as in the days of old and as in former year. Reader People

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

The Psalm 84 How dear to me is your dwelling, O LORD of hosts! * My soul has a desire and longing for the courts of the LORD; my heart and my flesh rejoice in the living God. The sparrow has found her a house and the swallow a nest where she may lay her young; * by the side of your altars, O LORD of hosts, my King and my God. Happy are they who dwell in your house! * they will always be praising you. Happy are the people whose strength is in you! * whose hearts are set on the pilgrims' way. Those who go through the desolate valley will find it a place of springs, * for the early rains have covered it with pools of water. They will climb from height to height, * and the God of gods will reveal himself in Zion. LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; * hearken, O God of Jacob. Behold our defender, O God; * and look upon the face of your Anointed. For one day in your courts is better than a thousand in my own room, * and to stand at the threshold of the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of the wicked. For the LORD God is both sun and shield; * he will give grace and glory; No good thing will the LORD withhold * from those who walk with integrity. O LORD of hosts, * happy are they who put their trust in you!

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A Reading from the Letter to the Hebrews

Hebrews 2: 14-18

Since God's children share flesh and blood, Jesus himself likewise shared the same things, so that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. For it is clear that he did not come to help angels, but the descendants of Abraham. Therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. Reader People

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to St. Luke

Luke 2: 22-40

People Glory be to thee, O Lord. When the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, the parents of Jesus brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord"), and they offered a sacrifice according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, "a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons." Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord's Messiah. Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the law, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, "Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel." And the child's father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, "This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed-- and a sword will pierce your own soul too." There was also a prophet, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, then as a widow to the age of eightyfour. She never left the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. At that moment she came, and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.

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When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom; and the favor of God was upon him. Celebrant People

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise be to thee, O Christ.

The Blessing and Distribution of Candles on Candlemas, The Feast of the Presentation The Celebrant and the People gather at the High Altar, the priest going up to the Epistle side of the Altar and the People standing at the Communion rail. The priest vests in a white cope. Celebrant People

The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit.

Celebrant

Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, who as on this day didst present thine only-begotten Son in thy holy temple to be received in the arms of blessed Simeon: we humbly entreat thy mercy, that thou wouldst vouchsafe to bless, hallow, and kindle with the light of thy heavenly benediction these candles which we thy servants desire to receive and to carry, lighted in honor of thy holy Name. By offering them to thee our Lord and God, may we be inflamed with the fire of thy love, and made worthy to be presented in the holy temple of thy glory. Through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, liveth and reigneth God, world without end. People

Amen.

Then the priest, after putting incense into the thurible and blessing it, will thrice sprinkle the candles with holy water, saying once only, Celebrant

Thou shalt purge me with hyssop, O Lord, and I shall be clean: thou shalt wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.

Then he censes them thrice. The people kneel at the Altar rail as they are able and say together as they receive their candles: People A Light to lighten the Gentiles: and the glory of thy people Israel. Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word; For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people, To be a light to lighten the Gentiles, and to be the glory of thy people Israel. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. A Light to lighten the Gentiles: and the glory of thy people Israel.

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All stand. Celebrant

Let us pray.

We beseech thee, O Lord, mercifully to hear the prayers of thy people: and grant that by this service which year by year we offer unto thee, we may attain in the light of thy grace to the hidden things of thy glory. Through Christ our Lord. People

Amen.

Then the procession is formed to return to St. George’s Chapel. Celebrant People

Let us go forth in peace. In the name of Christ. Amen.

All return to their seats. The Nicene Creed All stand and together say

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The Prayers of the People Please kneel. For the church and for all your creation, we pray to you, Lord God, saying: Lord, hear our prayer. Blessed are the poor in spirit; theirs is the dominion of heaven. And so we pray: Unite the church, guide all its leaders, especially Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; Katherine, our Presiding Bishop; Dan, our Bishop; and, Ryan, our priest; let us show the world the love of Jesus. Lord, hear our prayer. Blessed are the pure in heart; they shall see God. And so we pray: Give your people the will and the courage to value your service above all lesser goods. Lord, hear our prayer. Blessed are the peacemakers, God’s own children. And so we pray: Bring peace to the world, security to the nations, and safety to the cities. Lord, hear our prayer. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. And so we pray: Remove from us prejudice and injustice, and raise up among us those who will labor for the good of all whom you have made. Lord, hear our prayer. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. And so we pray: Be present with those who are sick, imprisoned, or in distress, especially ___; make us quick to love and serve our neighbors. Lord, hear our prayer. We pray for those in our Anglican Cycle of Prayer, The Anglican Church of Burundi, the Churches in our Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, Trinity Church, Boothwyn; Trinity Church, Swarthmore; All Saints’, Wynnewood; Christ Church, Ithan; Church of the Good Shepherd, Rosemont and for our Companion Diocese of Guatemala, Saint Peter and Saint Paul’s Church. Lord, hear our prayer. We pray for those celebrating their birthdays this week, especially Jeff Jaquith and John Lightcap, that they may grow in grace as they grow years. Lord, hear our prayer. Rejoice and be glad, their reward is great in heaven. And so we pray: We remember all who have witnessed to your love with their lives; and for all those who have died, especially ____, give us strength to testify to Christ before the rulers of our own day. Lord, hear our prayer. Celebrant Almighty God, you have taught us to do justice, love kindness, and practice humility before you; make our faith active in love, that your name may be praised and your people served throughout the earth, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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The Confession of Sin and Absolution Please remain kneeling Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, maker of all things, judge of all men: We acknowledge and bewail our manifold sins and wickedness, which we from time to time most grievously have committed, by thought, word, and deed, against thy divine Majesty, provoking most justly thy wrath and indignation against us. We do earnestly repent, and are heartily sorry for these our misdoings; the remembrance of them is grievous unto us, the burden of them is intolerable. Have mercy upon us, have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; for thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, forgive us all that is past; and grant that we may ever hereafter serve and please thee in newness of life, to the honor and glory of thy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Peace All stand. Celebrant People

The peace of the Lord be always with you. And with thy spirit.

Community Announcements and Welcome of Visitors

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THE LITURGY OF THE HOLY COMMUNION God’s Son reveals to us today in his sacrifice banquet and we receive him. The Offertory Please stand as the gifts are brought forward.

† The Great Thanksgiving † Eucharistic Prayer I The people remain standing.

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Sanctus The people kneel.

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The Lord’s Prayer

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The Breaking of the Bread A period of silence is kept.

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The Prayer of Humble Access We do not presume to come to this thy Table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in thy manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under thy Table. But thou art the same Lord whose property is always to have mercy. Grant us therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of thy dear Son Jesus Christ, and to drink his blood, that we may evermore dwell in him, and he in us. Amen.

All baptized persons regardless of denomination are welcome to receive Holy Communion. If you desire a blessing instead, please come forward and cross your arms over your chest.

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The Postcommunion Prayer Please kneel. Almighty and everliving God, we most heartily thank thee for that thou dost feed us, in these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and dost assure us thereby of thy favor and goodness towards us; and that we are very members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son, the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs, through hope, of thy everlasting kingdom. And we humbly beseech thee, O heavenly Father, so to assist us with thy grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all such good works as thou hast prepared for us to walk in; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee and the Holy Ghost, be all honor and glory, world without end. Amen. Please stand The Epiphany Blessing Celebrant People Celebrant People Celebrant People Celebrant People

May Almighty God, who led the Wise Men by the shining of a star to find the Christ, the Light from Light, lead you also, in your pilgrimage to find the Lord. Amen. May God, who sent the Holy Spirit to rest upon the Only-begotten at his baptism in the Jordan River, pour out that Spirit on you who have come to the waters of new birth. Amen. May God, by the power that turned water into wine at the wedding feast at Cana, transform your lives and make glad your hearts. Amen. And the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you forever. Amen.

Dismissal Celebrant People:

Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.

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Community Announcements The Sanctuary Candle is offered this week to the glory of God and in loving memory of Bishop Franklin Turner from St. George’s parishioners. Flowers on the Altar today are given to the glory of God and in loving celebration of Melissa Lee’s Birthday by her mother, father and brother (Main Altar), in celebration of John Lightcap’s Birthday (St. George’s Altar) and in remembrance of Hammond Hammonds by the Burns Family (Lady Chapel). Today is St. Barnabas Sunday: Please leave your food donations in the baskets located at the entrances of the church. Outreach Opportunity: Good Work’s Workday in Phoenixville, Saturday, February 8. The Outreach Committee is recruiting a team for our next Good Works Workday in Phoenixville on Saturday, February 8. We will leave from church at 7:45 a.m. and be back around 4 p.m. A sign-up sheet is on the Outreach Bulletin Board or email Eileen Kammerer at [email protected]. Outreach Opportunity, Aid for Friends: Our next Aid for Friends cook-in will be on Sunday February 23, after the 10:00 AM service. We will be assembling our signature dish, meatloaf with gravy, beans and noodles. Please see the sign-up sheet on the notice board. (If you donate noodles, please make sure they are cooked. Thanks.) Note that we'd like you to use the St George's recipe if you are going to provide a meatloaf. Copies of the recipe can be found on the bulletin board. Souper Bowl Sunday: Youth Group will be doing their Annual Souper Bowl Collection, a national youth ministry, after today’s 10:00 am service. Youth Group members will be standing at the church doors, collecting money, which will be donated to a special organization. A World in a Glass and Food on a Plate: Saturday, February 15, 6:30 PM, $35/person. Please join us for a tasting of food, wine, beer and beverages from different regions around the world. We will meet at the back of the church to begin a tour of the different regions. Everyone will be assigned a different region to start and then have the opportunity to progress to other areas. We will have an interesting way for all to discover where they begin their tour. Please call Julie in the office to make reservations. Any questions, contact Donna DiPaulo at [email protected] or Liz Havens at [email protected].

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THE NEVIL MEMORIAL CHURCH OF SAINT GEORGE -EPISCOPAL1 West Ardmore Avenue, Box C Ardmore, Pennsylvania 19003 The Rev. Ryan R. Whitley, Rector

Thanks to those who are helping today …

Lou Carol Fix, Organist/Choirmaster Julie Ricci, Parish Administrator Mark Alston, Sexton Joanne Haley, Director of the Children’s Ark Steve Stanley, Verger

Altar Guild: Janice Capoferri and Elizabeth Joslin Ambassador: Ray Beckey Chalice Bearer: Cheryl Ames

Church Telephone: 610-642-3500 Church Fax: 610-642-4676 Rector’s Cell Phone: 484-343-3455 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stgeorgeschurch.org The Children’s Ark: 610-658-9558 Website: www.childrensarkonline.org

Coffee Hour: Chris and Diane Butto Floral Guild: Sarah Farnsworth Intercessor: George Chittenden Lector: Joan Cesare Server: Al Revell Tellers: David Farnsworth and Christina Webster

SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES Holy Eucharist, Rite I - 8:00 AM Holy Eucharist, Rite II - 10:00 AM

MORNING PRAYER Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM

OUR MISSION St. George’s mission is to share together God’s work in our lives through liturgy and sacrament, through joyous and caring fellowship, and through courageous and compassionate engagement with the world.

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