Contents
- Propers (Collect and Lessons) for the Twenty-second Sunday after Trinity, with Hymns.
- Link to the Parish website, whereon is found the YouTube live-stream of our 10:30 a.m. (EDT) service.
- Parish Announcements for the week of October 27th, 2024
Propers for the Twenty-second Sunday after Trinity.
The Book of Common Prayer 1928.
The Collect.
LORD, we beseech thee to keep thy household the Church in continual godliness; that through thy protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly given to serve thee in good works, to the glory of thy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Epistle. Philippians i. 3.
I THANK my God upon every remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy, for your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now; being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: even as it is meet for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart; inasmuch as both in my bonds, and in the defence and confirmation of the gospel, ye all are partakers of my grace. For God is my record, how greatly I long after you all in the bowels of Jesus Christ. And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment; that ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ; being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.
The Gospel. Matthew xviii. 21.
PETER said unto Jesus, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants. And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, which owed him ten thousand talents. But forasmuch as he had not to pay, his lord commanded him to be sold, and his wife, and children, and all that he had, and payment to be made. The servant therefore fell down, and worshipped him, saying, Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay thee all. Then the lord of that servant was moved with compassion, and loosed him, and forgave him the debt. But the same servant went out, and found one of his fellowservants, which owed him an hundred pence: and he laid hands on him, and took him by the throat, saying, Pay me that thou owest. And his fellowservant fell down at his feet, and besought him, saying, Have patience with me, and I will pay thee all. And he would not: but went and cast him into prison, till he should pay the debt. So when his fellowservants saw what was clone, they were very sorry, and came and told unto their lord all that was done. Then his lord, after that he had called him, said unto him, O thou wicked servant, I forgave thee all that debt, because thou desiredst me: shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee? And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due unto him. So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses.
Hymns:
Processional Hymn: New every morning – #155
Sermon Hymn: There’s a wideness in God’s mercy – #304
Communion Hymn: Bread of the world – #196
Recessional Hymn: Joyful, joyful we adore thee – #281
Online Service of Holy Communion, 10:30 a.m. Eastern time:
Watch this Sunday’s live-stream!
Our new website is live and may be found at cca-nc.org. This website should simplify and streamline our information-sharing quite a bit, including the fact that our most current YouTube live-stream will always be found at “Watch this Sunday’s live-stream,” accessible from the menu-bar at the top of the page.
The website is also a place to check our “Current operating status” – in other words, whether or not the church is open for services, in case of inclement weather (or unusual episodes like the sabotage of transformers a few years ago). If in doubt, check us out! Other options include Meet Our Clergy, Who We Are, Services and Office Hours, and How to find us.
All of these links can also be found by scrolling down the main page, as can also sections on “Find Your Place” – ministries of the parish, which you may wish to join – “Recent Media,” both video and audio, and “Recent Posts” on our nascent blog page. The goal is for this to become a “one-stop shop” for information about Christ Church Anglican.
If you have any questions or issues, please contact our media team at [email protected]. And if you wish to volunteer for our media team, please contact our IT/AV/Social media specialist, John Fesq, at [email protected]. Many thanks to John, for all the hard work he has put into this!
Announcements for the Week of October 27th, 2024
Requiescat in pace – Lynn Taylor: We mourn, with her family, the passing of founding member of Christ Church parish Lynn Taylor, even as we rejoice that she is in Christ’s nearer presence, and healed eternally of her infirmities. Her funeral service will be at Christ Church at 2 o’clock this Saturday, October 26th, followed by a service of interment at Bethesda Cemetery in Aberdeen. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon her: may her soul, with all faithful departed, rest in peace.
If you are visiting us: Welcome to Christ Church Anglican, Southern Pines! Thank you for being with us. We are very pleased to have you join us for the service, and hope that your worship here is a blessing to you. Please sign the guest book on the table in the narthex, and provide appropriate contact information. Include your email address in order to be placed on our parish email list: you won’t be bombarded with mail, but it’s a good way to keep in touch. And may God bless you!
Birthday Cards for David Colescott: Barbara points out that David Colescott will be reaching “the big 90th on Nov. 1st – if people could send him birthday cards he would really be surprised.” So, if you would like to surprise David for his 90th birthday, please send him a card!
Wednesday Eucharist resumes week (30 October), as Fr. Tom has returned from Synod.
Diocesan Synod Report: The annual Synod of the Diocese of the Holy Cross was held this past week, Wednesday, October 23rd – Thursday, October 24th. Fr. Tom attended, as did George (in a dual capacity as a member of the Standing Committee of the DHC, and as a Lay Delegate from our parish). There may be a brief report from either or both of us, during announcements after the service.
Relief for Western North Carolina – Samaritan’s Purse Appeal: Many thanks to those who have donated to the funds our parish will be sending to Samaritan’s Purse for the relief of the victims of Western North Carolina, and to any who may choose to do so. This appeal will continue for the remainder of the month of October. Samaritan’s Purse is a Christian humanitarian organization located in Boone, NC, in the heart of the area devastated by Hurricane Helene.
While everyone is of course free to donate as you see fit, we are collecting funds to donate to Samaritan’s Purse as a parish, in the name of Christ Church Anglican: please write “Hurricane Relief for Western NC” on your checks made out to our parish (or an envelope containing cash, if you so choose) and place them in the offering plate, or give them to our Treasurer, Bud Saulsbury, or to Fr. Tom.
We will be collecting through the last Sunday of the month, October 27th. Thank you for your contributions to assist our neighbors to the west, who are dealing with devastation to not only their homes and livelihoods, but in many case, whole communities. Please be aware that the need for assistance will be ongoing for months, if not years; additional appeals may be announced in the future. And of course, please continue to pray, both for those living and working in the affected area, and for those who are working to help them!
Fr. Tom will be in Maryland on Sunday, November 3rd, for a family (dual!) baptism: I have the honour and pleasure of being asked to officiate at the Baptisms of my latest grand-nephew and first grand-niece. This will also give me an opportunity for a bit of a break, as I have not gotten the chance to take an actual vacation this year. Our dear brother George, a licensed Lay Reader in the Diocese of the Holy Cross, and our Acolyte Master, will read Morning Prayer on this day. Many thanks for your understanding! – Fr. Tom
Blessing of the Hounds: Father Tom has once again been asked to officiate at The Blessing of the Hounds for the Moore County Hounds on Thanksgiving Day, November 28th. This is the third time he has been invited to perform this service. This event is open to the public, and a great deal of fun, as well as a tradition with deep Anglican roots (!) in both England and America; it is also a fine opportunity to showcase our parish in the Moore County community.
Holy Days for the Week of October 27th:
Monday, October 28th: Saints Simon & Jude, Apostles
Thursday, October 31st: All Hallows’ Eve (Eve of All Saints)
Friday, November 1st: All Saints Day
