09:30 Joint Eucharist Service at Emmanuel Church

Sunday 29th January, 2023

Presiding

Fran Skinner

Preaching

Rev Heather Atkinson

Intercessions

Rob O'Neil

Readings

Hebrews 2:14-18 - read by Rachel Collier

Luke 2:22-40 - read by Trevor Thomas

Hymns

Love Divine	view chords/lyrics
The Gloria (to the tune of Thine Be The Glory)	view lyrics
Light Of The World	view chords/lyrics
Lead Us, Heavenly Father, Lead Us	view chords/lyrics
Lord The Light Of Your Love	view chords/lyrics

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SlideSet: Image: Candlemas

WELCOME TO EMMANUEL

Liturgy: General (A2)

Welcome in the name of Christ.
God's grace, mercy and peace be with you
and also with you.

Hymn: Love Divine

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Love Divine

Words: Charles Wesley (1707-88)
Music: W P Rowlands (1860-1937)

Love divine, all loves excelling,
Joy of heaven, to earth come down,
Fix in us Thy humble dwelling,
All Thy faithful mercies crown.

Jesus, Thou art all compassion,
Pure, unbounded love Thou art;
Visit us with Thy salvation;
Enter every trembling heart.

Breathe, oh, breathe Thy loving Spirit
Into every troubled breast;
Let us all in Thee inherit;
Let us find Thy promised rest.

Take away the love of sinning;
Alpha and Omega be;
End of faith, as its beginning,
Set our hearts at liberty.

Come, Almighty to deliver,
Let us all Thy life receive;
Suddenly return, and never,
Never more Thy temples leave.

Thee we would be always blessing,
Serve Thee as Thy hosts above,
Pray and praise Thee without ceasing,
Glory in Thy perfect love.

Finish then Thy new creation;
Pure and spotless let us be;
Let us see Thy great salvation,
Perfectly restored in Thee:

Changed from glory into glory,
Till in heaven we take our place,
Till we cast our crowns before Thee,
Lost in wonder, love and praise.

Hymn: The Gloria (to the tune of Thine Be The Glory)

The Gloria (to the tune of Thine Be The Glory)

Music: G F Handel (1685-1759)

Glory to God! Our hearts to you we raise!
Joy and peace on earth, in highest heaven praise!
Songs of adoration, Lord, to you we bring,
Praising your great goodness, Father, heav’nly King.

Glory to God! Our hearts to you we raise!
Joy and peace on earth, in highest heaven praise!

Son of the Father, bearing this world’s sin,
Lamb of God, have mercy, grant us peace within.
You, O Christ, are holy, you alone are Lord,
With the Holy Spirit evermore adored.

Glory to God! Our hearts to you we raise!
Joy and peace on earth, in highest heaven praise!

Collect: Collect for The Presentation of Christ in the Temple (Candlemas)

Collect for:

The Presentation of Christ in the Temple (Candlemas)

Lord Jesus Christ,
light of the nations and glory of Israel:
make your home among us,
and present us pure and holy
to your heavenly Father,
your God, and our God.

Reading: Hebrews 2:14-18

Hebrews 2:14-18

read by Rachel Collier

Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil—

and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death.

For surely it is not angels he helps, but Abraham's descendants.

For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people.

Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.

Liturgy: Readings

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

Hymn: Light Of The World

Light Of The World

Words & Music: Tim Hughes (b 1977)

Light of the world, you stepped down into darkness
Opened my eyes, let me see
Beauty that made this heart adore You
Hope of a life spent with You

Here I am to worship
Here I am to bow down
Here I am to say that You're my God
You're altogether lovely
Altogether worthy
Altogether wonderful to me

King of all days oh, so highly exalted
Glorious in Heaven above
Humbly You came to the earth You created
All for love's sake became poor

Here I am to worship
Here I am to bow down
Here I am to say that You're my God
You're altogether lovely
Altogether worthy
Altogether wonderful to me

I'll never know how much it cost
To see my sin upon that cross
I'll never know how much it cost
To see my sin upon that cross

Here I am to worship
Here I am to bow down
Here I am to say that You're my God
You're altogether lovely
Altogether worthy
Altogether wonderful to me

SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas: Herald the Gospel

Today the Lord is presented in the Temple
in substance of our mortal nature.
Alleluia.

Today the Blessed Virgin comes
to be purified in accordance with the law.
Alleluia.

Today old Simeon proclaims Christ
as the light of the nations and the glory of Israel.
Alleluia. Praise to Christ, the light of the world.

Liturgy: Gospel Reading (part 1)

Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to N.
Glory to you, O Lord.

Reading: Luke 2:22-40

Luke 2:22-40

read by Trevor Thomas

When the time came for the purification rites required by the Law of Moses, Joseph and Mary took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord

(as it is written in the Law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male is to be consecrated to the Lord"),

and to offer a sacrifice in keeping with what is said in the Law of the Lord: "a pair of doves or two young pigeons."

Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him.

It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Messiah.

Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required,

Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying:

"Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace.

For my eyes have seen your salvation,

which you have prepared in the sight of all nations:

a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel."

The child's father and mother marveled at what was said about him.

Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: "This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against,

so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too."

There was also a prophet, Anna, the daughter of Penuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage,

and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.

Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem.

When Joseph and Mary had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth.

And the child grew and became strong; he was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was on him.

Liturgy: Gospel Reading (part 2)

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

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SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas: Affirmation of Faith (wild goose)

Like Simeon,
may I grow old
in hope and in wonder.

Like Anna,
may I be in love with you
all my days.

May I be open to truth,
open to surprises.

May I let your Spirit
into my life.

May I let your justice
change my behaviour.
May I live in the brightness
of your joy.

SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas: Confession

Father eternal, giver of light and grace,
we have sinned against you and against our neighbour,
in what we have thought,
in what we have said and done,
through ignorance, through weakness,
through our own deliberate fault.

We have wounded your love,
and marred your image in us.

We are sorry and ashamed,
and repent of all our sins.
For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,
who died for us,

forgive us all that is past;
and lead us out from darkness
to walk as children of light. Amen.

SlideSet: Liturgy: Lent: Absolution (1)

May the Father of all mercies
cleanse us from our sins, and restore us in his image
to the praise and glory of his name,
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Liturgy: Prayers of Intercession

Lord, in your mercy
hear our prayer.

Merciful Father,
accept these prayers
for the sake of your Son,
our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Amen.

SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas: Introduction to the Peace

In the tender mercy of our God,
the dayspring from on high has broken upon us,
to give light to those who dwell in darkness
and the shadow of death,
and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

Luke 1.78,79

Liturgy: The Peace

The peace of the Lord be always with you
and also with you.
Let us offer one another a sign of peace.

Hymn: Lead Us, Heavenly Father, Lead Us

Lead Us, Heavenly Father, Lead Us

Words: James Edmeston (1791-1867)
Music: F Filitz (1804-76)

Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us
O'er the world's tempestuous sea;
Guard us, guide us, keep us, feed us,
For we have no help but Thee;
Yet possessing every blessing,
If our God our Father be.

Saviour, breathe forgiveness o'er us:
All our weakness Thou dost know;
Thou didst tread this earth before us,
Thou didst feel its keenest woe;
Lone and dreary, faint and weary,
Through the desert Thou didst go.

Spirit of our God, descending,
Fill our hearts with heavenly joy,
Love with every passion blending,
Pleasure that can never cloy:
Thus provided, pardoned, guided,
Nothing can our peace destroy.

SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas - Offertory Prayer

Father, in Christ there has sprung up a light for the righteous;
accept the gifts we bring before you
and grant that Christ may shine in us
to the praise and glory of your name.
Amen.

Liturgy: Eucharistic Prayer E

The Lord is here.
His Spirit is with us.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give thanks and praise.

SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas: Extended Preface for Eucharistic Prayer

It is indeed right and good,
always and everywhere to give you thanks and praise
through Jesus Christ, who is one with you from all eternity.
For on this day he appeared in the Temple
in substance of our flesh
to come near to us in judgement.

He searches the hearts of all your people
and brings to light the image of your splendour.
Your servant Simeon acclaimed him as the light to lighten the nations
while Anna spoke of him to all who looked for your redemption.

Destined for the falling and rising of many,
he was lifted high upon the cross and a sword of sorrow pierced his mother’s heart
when by his sacrifice he made our peace with you.
And now we rejoice and glorify your name
that we, too, have seen your salvation
and join with angels and archangels
in their unending hymn of praise:

Holy, holy, holy Lord,
God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.

SlideSet: Liturgy: 2 verse santus and benedictus using hymn Holy, holy, holy, holy is the Lord

Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord,
Holy is the Lord God Almighty
Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord,
Holy is the Lord God Almighty
Who was and is and is to come
Holy. Holy. Holy is the Lord

Blessed, blessed, blest is he who comes,
blest is he who comes in the Lord’s name
Blessed, blessed, blest is he who comes,
blest is he who comes in the Lord’s name
Hosanna in the highest heaven,
Blessed blessed blessed is the Lord.

Liturgy: Eucharistic Prayer E

We praise and bless you, loving Father,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord;
and as we obey his command,

send your Holy Spirit,
that broken bread and wine outpoured
may be for us the body and blood of your dear Son.

On the night before he died he had supper with his friends
and, taking bread, he praised you.
He broke the bread, gave it to them and said:

Take, eat; this is my body which is given for you;
do this in remembrance of me.

When supper was ended he took the cup of wine.
Again he praised you, gave it to them and said:

Drink this, all of you;
this is my blood of the new covenant,
which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins.
Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.

So, Father, we remember all that Jesus did,
in him we plead with confidence his sacrifice
made once for all upon the cross.

Bringing before you the bread of life and cup of salvation,
we proclaim his death and resurrection
until he comes in glory.

Great is the mystery of faith:
Christ has died:
Christ is risen:
Christ will come again.

Lord of all life,
help us to work together for that day
when your kingdom comes
and justice and mercy will be seen in all the earth.

Look with favour on your people,
gather us in your loving arms
and bring us with [N and] all the saints
to feast at your table in heaven.

Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
all honour and glory are yours, O loving Father,
for ever and ever.
Amen.

Liturgy: The Lord's Prayer

As our Saviour taught us, so we pray
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.
Lead us not into temptation

but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen.

SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas Breaking of the Bread

We break the bread of life,

and that life is the light of the world.

God here among us, light in the midst of us,

bring us to light and life.

Liturgy: Giving of Communion

Draw near with faith.
Receive the body of our Lord Jesus Christ
which he gave for you,
and his blood which he shed for you.

Eat and drink
in remembrance that he died for you,
and feed on him in your hearts
by faith with thanksgiving.

SlideSet: Liturgy: Epiphany: Prayer After Communion

Lord, by your mercy
we have feasted upon the bread of life,
and have shared the cup of salvation.
Help us so to live out our days
that our lives may proclaim your wonders;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Lord The Light Of Your Love

Lord The Light Of Your Love

Words & Music: Graham Kendrick (b 1950)

Lord, the light of your love is shining,
In the midst of the darkness, shining;
Jesus, light of the world, shine upon us;
Set us free by the truth you now bring us,
Shine on me,
Shine on me.

Shine, Jesus, shine,
Fill this land with the Father's glory;
Blaze, Spirit, blaze,
Set our hearts on fire.

Flow, river, flow,
Flood the nations with grace and mercy;
Send forth your word,
Lord, and let there be light!

Lord, I come to your awesome presence,
From the shadows into your radiance;
By the blood I may enter your brightness,
Search me, try me, consume all my darkness.
Shine on me,
Shine on me.

Shine, Jesus, shine,
Fill this land with the Father's glory;
Blaze, Spirit, blaze,
Set our hearts on fire.

Flow, river, flow,
Flood the nations with grace and mercy;
Send forth your word,
Lord, and let there be light!

As we gaze on your kingly brightness
So our faces display your likeness.
Ever changing from glory to glory,
Mirrored here may our lives tell your story.
Shine on me,
Shine on me.

Shine, Jesus, shine,
Fill this land with the Father's glory;
Blaze, Spirit, blaze,
Set our hearts on fire.

Flow, river, flow,
Flood the nations with grace and mercy;
Send forth your word,
Lord, and let there be light!

SlideSet: Liturgy: Candlemas: final Responsory (Wild Goose)

Father, here we bring to an end our celebration
of the Saviour's birth.
Help us, in whom he has been born,
to live his life that has no end.

Here we have offered the Church's sacrifice of praise.
Help us, who have received the bread of life,
to be thankful for your gift.

Here we have rejoiced with faithful Simeon and Anna.
Help us, who have found the Lord in his temple,
to trust in your eternal promises.

Here we have greeted the Light of the world.
Help us, who now extinguish these candles,
never to forsake the light of Christ.

All now extinguish their candles.

Here we now stand ready to go into the world.
Help us, who are marked with the cross,
to share the Lord's death and resurrection.

Here we turn from Christ's birth to his passion.
Help us, for whom Lent is near,
to enter deeply into the Easter mystery.

Here we bless one another in your name.
Help us, who now go in peace,
to shine with your light in the world.
Thanks be to God! Amen.

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09:30 Joint Eucharist Service at Emmanuel Church

Sunday 29th January, 2023

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