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The Parish Churches of St James the Great, Hanslope
and Ss Simon & Jude, Castlethorpe
“He taught them with authority” Mark 1:22
Epiphany 4
The Fourth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
Celebrant & Preacher:
Fr Gary Ecclestone SSC
Welcome to today’s livestreamed Sunday Parish Mass
Judge eternal, throned in splendour,Lord of lords and King of kings,With thy living fire of judgementPurge this realm of bitter things:Solace all its wide dominionWith the healing of thy wings.
Still the weary folk are piningFor the hour that brings release:And the city’s crowded clangourCries aloud for sin to cease;And the homesteads and the woodlandsPlead in silence for their peace.
Crown, O God, thine own endeavor;Cleave our darkness with thy sword;Feed the faithless and the hungryWith the richness of your word:Cleanse the body of this nationThrough the glory of the Lord.
Words: Henry Scott Holland (January 27th 1847-1918)
In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen
The Lord be with you
And also with you
The Priest welcomes everyone to the service.
PRAYERS OF PENITENCE AND FORGIVENESS
The grace of God has dawned upon the world
through our Saviour Jesus Christ,
who sacrificed himself for us to purify a people as his own.
Let us now confess our sins.
Silence is kept for personal reflection
Lord Jesus, you are mighty God and Prince of peace:
Lord, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, you are Son of God and Son of Mary:
Christ, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, you are Word made flesh
and splendour of the Father:
Lord, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.
May the God of all healing and forgiveness
draw you to himself,
that you may behold the glory of His Son,
the Word made flesh,
and be cleansed from all your sins
through Jesus Christ Our Lord. Amen.
All stand to say the Gloria
Glory to God in the highest,and peace to his people on earth.Lord God, heavenly King,almighty God and Father,we worship you, we give you thanks,we praise you for your glory.Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father,Lord God, Lamb of God,you take away the sin of the world:have mercy on us;you are seated at the right hand of the Father:receive our prayer.For you alone are the Holy One,you alone are the Lord,you alone are the Most High,Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit,in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
THE COLLECT
Let us pray
A moment for silent reflection is kept
Grant us, Lord our God,
that we may honour you with all our mind,
and love everyone in truth of heart.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Sit
THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD
FIRST READINGDeuteronomy 18:15-20
This is the Word of the LordThanks be to God
PSALMPsalm 95
Response:
O that today you would listen to his voice! Harden not your hearts!
SECOND READING1 Corinthians 7:32-35
This is the Word of the LordThanks be to God
all stand
Alleluia, alleluia!
The kingdom of God is close at hand:
repent, and believe the Good News.
Alleluia
The Lord be with you And also with you.
A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Mark (Mark 1:21-28)
Glory to you, O Lord.
This is the Gospel of the Lord
Praise to you, O Christ
THE SERMON
After which a period of silence is kept
THE CREED
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father;
God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father;
through him all things were made.
For us men and for our salvation
he came down from heaven,
by the power of the Holy Spirit
he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son,
who with the Father and the Son
is worshipped and glorified.
He has spoken through the Prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one baptism
for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen
THE PRAYERS Kneel or sit
These words may be used:
Lord in your mercy hear our prayer
or
Lord, hear usLord, graciously hear us.
or
Rest eternal grant unto them O Lord
and let light perpetual shine upon them
Let us join our prayers with those of Our Lady,
Mother of the Word made flesh,
as we greet her and say:
Hail Mary full of grace, the Lord is with thee,
blessed art thou amongst women
and blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners,
now and at the hour of our death.
Merciful Father,
Accept these prayers for the sake of your son,
our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
THE PEACE
Our Saviour Christ is the Prince of Peace,
of the increase of his government and of peace,
there shall be no end.
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
We offer those around us a sign of peace.
THE MINISTRY OF THE SACRAMENT
Love is His word, Love is His way,
Feasting with all, fasting alone,
Living and dying, rising again
Love only love is His way.
Richer than gold is the love of my Lord.
Better than splendour and wealth.
Love is His way, love is His mark,
Sharing His last Passover feast.
Christ at the table, host to the twelve Love,
only love, is His mark…
Love is his mark, love is His sign,
Bread for our strength, wine for our joy,
This is my body, this is my blood
Love, only love is His sign…
Love is His sign, love is His news,
Do this He said Lest you forget
All my deep sorrow, all my dear blood,
Love, only love, is His news…
Love is His news, Love is His name,
We are His own, chosen and called,
Family, brethren, cousins and kin.
Love, only love is His name…
Love is His name, love is His law,
Hear His command, all who are His,
Love one another, I have loved you
Love, only love, is His law…
Love is His law, Love is His word,
Love of the Lord, Father, and Word,
Love of the Spirit, God ever one,
Love, only love, is His word…
Words: Luke Connaughton (1917-79)
Pray my brothers and sisters
that my sacrifice and yours
may be acceptable
to God the Almighty Father.
May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands,
for the praise and glory
of his name, for our good,
and the good of all His Church.
O Lord, we bring to your altar
these offerings of our service:
be pleased to receive them, we pray,
and transform them into the Sacrament of our redemption.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
The Lord be with you
And also with you
Lift up your hearts
We lift them to the Lord
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God
It is right to give him thanks and praise
All kneel or sit
All honour and praise be yours always and everywhere,
mighty creator, ever-living God,
through Jesus Christ your only Son our Lord:
for at this time we celebrate your glory made present in our midst.
In the coming of the magi
the King of all the world was revealed to the nations.
In the waters of baptism Jesus was revealed as the Christ,
the Saviour sent to redeem us.
In the water made wine the new creation was revealed at the wedding feast. Poverty was turned to riches, sorrow into joy.
Therefore with all the angels of heaven
we lift our voices to proclaim the glory of your name
and proclaim our joyful hymn of praise:
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.
Lord, you are holy indeed,
the source of all holiness;
grant that by the power of your Holy Spirit,
and according to your holy will,
these gifts of bread and wine
may become the body and blood
of our Lord Jesus Christ;
who in the same night that he was betrayed,
took bread and gave you thanks;
he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying:
Take, eat;
this is my body
which is given for you;
do this in remembrance of me.
In the same way, after supper
he took the cup
and gave you thanks;
he gave it to them, saying:
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.
Great is the mystery of faith
Christ has died,
Christ is risen,
Christ will come again.
And so, Father, calling to mind his death on the cross,
his perfect sacrifice made once
for the sins of the whole world;
rejoicing in his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension,
and looking for his coming in glory,
we celebrate this memorial of our redemption.
As we bring before you this bread and this cup,
we offer you this our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving
and we thank you for counting us worthy
to stand in your presence and serve you.
Lord, may this sacrifice,
which has made our peace with you,
advance the peace and salvation of all the world.
Strengthen in faith
your pilgrim Church on earth;
your servant Jonathan our bishop, and all the bishops.
Welcome into your kingdom
our departed brothers and sisters,
and all who have left this world in your friendship.
Send the Holy Spirit on your people
and gather into one in your kingdom
all who share this one bread and one cup,
so that we, in the company of Holy Mary, Mother of God,
of James, Simon & Jude, and all the saints,
may praise and glorify you for ever,
through Jesus Christ our Lord;
by whom, and with whom, and in whom,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
all honour and glory be yours,
almighty Father,
for ever and ever.
Amen.
As our Saviour Christ commanded and taught, together we pray:
Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed by thy name,
thy kingdom come, thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread,
and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
the power and the glory,
for for ever and ever. Amen.
We break this bread to share in the body of Christ
though we are many we are one body,
because we all share in one bread.
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world,
have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world,
have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world,
grant us peace.
THE INVITATION
Behold the Lamb of God,
behold Him who takes away the sins of the world.
Blessed are those who are called to his supper.
Lord, I am not worthy to receive you,
but only say the word and I shall be healed.
The Body of ChristAmen!
The Blood of ChristAmen!
Let your face shine on your servant. Save me in your merciful love.
O Lord, let me never be put to shame, for I call on you.
AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION FOR THOSE AT HOME
Spiritual Communion is a Christian practice of desiring union with Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. It is used as a preparation for Mass and by individuals who cannot receive Holy Communion.
Say the following prayerfully and quietly before saying the Prayer for Spiritual Communion:
Jesus my Lord, I thee adore, O make me love thee more and more.
Come to my heart Lord Jesus, there is room in my heart for thee.
A deep silence is kept
Be still for the presence of the LordThe Holy One is hereCome bow before Him nowWith reverence and fearIn Him no sin is foundWe stand on holy ground.
Be still for the presence of the LordThe Holy One is here.
Be still for the glory of the LordIs shining all aroundHe burns with holy fireWith splendour He is crownedHow awesome is the sightOur radiant King of lightBe still for the glory of the LordIs shining all around.
Be still for the power of the LordIs moving in this placeHe comes to cleanse and healTo minister His graceNo work too hard for HimIn faith receive from HimBe still for the power of the LordIs moving in this place
Words: David Evans b1959
A deep silence is kept
Prayer after Communion
Grant, we pray, almighty God,
that, receiving the grace
by which you bring us to new life,
we may always glory in your gift.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Almighty God, we thank you for feeding us
with the body and blood of your Son Jesus Christ.
Through him we offer you our souls and bodies
to be a living sacrifice.
Send us out in the power of you Spirit
to live and work to your praise and glory. Amen.
Please stand
BLESSING AND DISMISSAL
The Lord be with youAnd also with you
Bow your heads and pray for God’s blessing
May God the Father, 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 the Son,
who turned water into wine at the wedding feast at Cana,
transform your lives and make glad your hearts. Amen.
May God the Holy Spirit,
who came upon the beloved Son at his baptism in the river Jordan,
pour out his gifts on you
who have come to the waters of new birth. Amen.
And the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always. Amen.
Go in the light and peace of Christ Thanks be to God
HYMN
Firmly I believe and trulyGod is Three, and God is One;And I next acknowledge dulyManhood taken by the Son.
And I trust and hope most fullyIn that Manhood crucified;And each thought and deed unrulyDo to death, as he has died.Simply to his grace and whollyLight and life and strength belong,And I love supremely, solely,Him the holy, him the strong.
And I hold in veneration,For the love of him alone,Holy Church as his creation,And her teachings are his own.
Adoration ay be given,With and through the angelic host,To the God of earth and heaven,Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Words: John Henry Newman
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The Angelus
A Prayer in Thanksgiving for the Incarnation
The Angel of the Lord brought tidings to Mary:
And she conceived by the Holy Spirit.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee;
blessed art thou among women
and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners,
now and at the hour of our death.
Behold the handmaid of the Lord:
Be it unto me according to Thy word.
Hail Mary . . .
And the Word was made Flesh:
And dwelt among us.
Hail Mary . . .
Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray:
Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts; that as we have known the Incarnation of thy Son Jesus Christ
by the message of an angel, so by His Cross and Passion
may we be brought unto the glory of His Resurrection,
through the same Jesus Christ Our Lord.
Amen.
Worship & Events January 24th-31st
Nb there will be no 5.30pm Mass on Tuesday this week, there will be a Mass at 8.00pm that evening live from Walsingham
Pre Lunch Zoom Coffee & Natter 12.15pm
Meeting ID: 933 487 4337 Passcode: Rosary
5.00pm Parish Mass
Livestreamed from The Vicarage
Celebrant and Preacher: Fr Gary
6.00pm Shrine Prayers
live from Walsingham online
--Church Activities In Lockdown --
Sunday School
via Zoom each Sunday at at 9.30am
Little Angels Livestream
Older pre-school: Little Angels online Mondays at 2.00pm. Information about Under 5s work contact Jan: MK 510613
Following the Silence
Monday at 4.45pm via Zoom.
Contact Andrea: [email protected]
The Art of Advent & Christmas
Wednesdays at 8.00pm via Zoom
Explorer Course
Thursdays at 7.30pm via Zoom
Pop in and Pray
St James is open on Thursdays 7.30-8.30pm
Maria and Sue will be on duty to greet you.
Craftivists
Fridays at 9.15am online. Contact Katharine 07951 501489
Youth Drop In
Fridays at 4.30pm via Zoom
For Full Details:
www.stjameshanslope.org01908 337936
CANDLEMAS
Candlemas, the last day of the Christmas and Epiphany season will be celebrated here a day later than usual
on Wednesday 3rd February at 7.30pm with a Benefice Mass & Procession
at 7.30pm at St James.
There will be an online service at 8.00pm on Tuesday 2nd February livestreamed from Walsingham
We shall mark the start of Lent on Wednesday 17th February with a Benefice Mass at 7.30pm at St James
Common Worship: Services and Prayers for the Church of England (2000) (including the Psalter as published with Common Worship); The Christian Year: Calendar, Lectionary and Collects (1997, 1998, 1999); material from which is included in this service, are copyright © The Archbishops’ Council. The text of the copyright hymns in this Mass are reproduced under CCLI licence number 1072483