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Saint Thomas’ ParishFounded 1835 A.D.

2 East High Street Hancock, Maryland 21750

Office Telephone: 301-678-6569E-Mail: StThomasHancock@aol.com Website:

stthomashancock.orgThe Reverend F. Allan Weatherholt, Jr., Rector

The Reverend Kirk E. DeVore, DeaconJ. Gwynne Cavey, Minister of MusicPamela J. S. Mann, Office Assistant

Tracy L. Salvagno, Church School Coordinator

Saint Thomas’ Episcopal Parish – Founded 1835 A.D.

Hancock, Maryland 21750Office: 301-678-6569 Rectory: 301-678-6888 Rector’s Cell: 301-491-6888

E-Mail: StThomasHancock@aol.com ● Website: stthomashancock.org

In the Holy Name of Jesus Christ, Welcome to Saint Thomas’ Church!

We are a lively, active community of faith. We strive to be a loving congregation, committed to welcoming ALL and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Our Church building is a beautiful and distinguished historic site. We invite you to read more about us. There is information on our Literature Table at the back of the Church and on our website. We are happy that you are here with us today! Please learn more about our worship from the notes below.

ABOUT THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH and OUR WORSHIP The Episcopal Church, USA, is the American branch of the 85-million member

worldwide Anglican Communion – those Churches born out of The Church of England. Of the world’s 2.2 billion Christians, we are the third largest body.

In our worship, there is strong emphasis upon congregational participation. The Clergy and the congregation together conduct our services. Worshippers are involved participants, not mere spectators. Please use The Book of Common Prayer (red), this Service Program and The Hymnal (blue) to worship God with joy and enthusiasm! Join in the responses, sing along on the Hymns. Hymn numbers preceded by ‘S’ are Service Music in the front of The Hymnal. Share with us in praising and thanking our loving God for all His blessings!

Holy Communion is open to ALL Baptized persons, regardless of Church affiliation. Our Ushers will guide you forward at the appointed time. You may kneel or stand for Communion. Read more about this in the Communion section of this Service Booklet.

Our 10:A.M. service and many of our special services are live streamed on Facebook, then archived for later viewing. Note that you may be on camera at some point!

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Our accessible entrance and restroom are on the west (left) side of the Church building.

Sunday School & Adult Classes meet right after our 10:A.M. service. Children’s Church, a service for Pre-School – Grade 3, is offered in our Children’s Chapel (downstairs) during the 10:A.M. service. Children exit at the Sequence (Gospel) Hymn, then re-join us at the Peace!

THE LAST SUNDAY after THE EPIPHANYThe Sunday of the Last ‘Alleluias’ until

EasterThe 185th Annual Parish Meeting

February 23, 2020

7:30 A.M. – FESTIVAL EUCHARIST [Rite One] – Prayer Book, Page 323 The Collect of the Day (LAST Epiphany)

O God, who before the passion of thy only-begotten Son didst reveal his glory upon the holy mount: Grant unto us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Lesson: Exodus 24:12-18 – Booklet, Page 4 The Psalter: Psalm 99 – Said by All – SEATED – Booklet,

Pages 4 – 5 The Epistle: II Saint Peter 1:16-21 – Booklet, Page 5The Holy Gospel: Saint Matthew 17:1-9 – Booklet, Page 6The Homily: The Reverend F. Allan Weatherholt, Jr., RectorThe Prayers: Form IV, Prayer Book, Page 388The Consecration: The Great Thanksgiving, Form I, Prayer Book, Page 333

10:00 A.M. - FESTIVAL EUCHARIST [Rite Two] and SERMON withThe 185th Annual Parish Meeting and Luncheon

The Liturgy of the Word of GodOrgan Prelude - Please use the time before the service for prayer and quiet reflection.

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Please SILENCE all Cell Phones and Pagers when entering the Church.

PROCESSIONAL HYMN 477, “All praise to thee, for thou O King divine” Engelberg

Opening Acclamation

Celebrant: Blessed be God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect for Purity -------------------------------------------------------- Prayer Book, Page 355

GLORIA IN EXCELSIS – “Glory to God” – Hymnal *S-280 Setting: Robert Powell

Celebrant: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrant: Let us pray.

The Collect of the Day (LAST Epiphany) O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Old Testament Lesson: Exodus 24:12-18

A Reading from the Book of the Exodus.The LORD said to Moses, “Come up to me on the mountain, and wait there; and I will give you the tablets of stone, with the law and the commandment, which I have written for their instruction.” So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had said, “Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud covered the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it for six days; on the seventh day he called to Moses

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out of the cloud. Now the appearance of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fire on the top of the mountain in the sight of the people of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.

Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

The Psalter: Psalm 99 – CHANTED by the CHOIR – Lector & People are SEATED.

1 The LORD is King; let the people tremble; * he is enthroned upon the cherubim; let the earth shake. 2 The LORD is great in Zion; * he is high above all peoples. 3 Let them confess his Name, which is great and awesome; * he is the Holy One. 4 “O mighty King, lover of justice, you have established equity; * you have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob.” 5 Proclaim the greatness of the LORD our God and fall down before his footstool; * he is the Holy One. 6 Moses and Aaron among his priests, and Samuel among those who call upon his Name, * they called upon the LORD, and he answered them. 7 He spoke to them out of the pillar of cloud; * they kept his testimonies and the decree that he gave them. 8 O LORD our God, you answered them indeed; * you were a God who forgave them, yet punished them for their evil deeds. 9 Proclaim the greatness of the LORD our God and worship him upon his holy hill; * for the LORD our God is the Holy One.

The Epistle: II Saint Peter 1:16-21

A Reading from the Second Letter of Saint Peter. We did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received honor and glory from God the Father when that voice was conveyed to him by the

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Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven, while we were with him on the holy mountain. So we have the prophetic message more fully confirmed. You will do well to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. First of all you must understand this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, because no prophecy ever came by human will, but men and women moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.

Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

SEQUENCE HYMN 135, “Songs of thankfulness and praise” Salzburg

[ During this Hymn, Children and their Leader exit to “Children’s Church” downstairs. ]

The Holy Gospel: Saint Matthew 17:1-9

The Congregation remains standing and faces the Deacon or Priest, who reads the Gospel.

Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Saint Matthew.

The People sing: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Tune of Hymn 205: Gelobt sei Gott

ix days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the Living God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. And he was

transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white. Suddenly there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, talking with him. Then Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here; if you wish, I will make three dwellings here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” While he was still speaking, suddenly a bright cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice said, “This is my Son, the Beloved; with him I am well pleased; listen to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the ground and were overcome by fear. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, “Get up and do not be afraid.” And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus himself alone. As they were coming down

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the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Tell no one about the vision until after the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”

Gospeller: The Gospel of the Lord. The People sing: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Tune of Hymn 205: Gelobt sei Gott

The Rector’s Report and Address: The Reverend F. Allan Weatherholt, Jr., 43rd Rector and President of Saint Thomas’ Parish

The Nicene Creed Prayer Book, Pages 358-359

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE – Form IV --------------- Prayer Book, Pages 388-389

The Celebrant adds this concluding Collect: Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Confession of Sin and The Absolution Prayer Book, Page 360

The Peace – In the Holy Name of our Lord, please briefly greet those around you!

The Celebration of the Holy CommunionOFFERTORY ANTHEM: “Jesu, Joy of Our Desiring” Johann Schop arr. J. S. Bach

PRESENTATION HYMN 126 [ Stanza 4 ONLY ] Dundee

His name shall be the Prince of PeaceFor evermore adored,The Wonderful, the Counselor,

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The mighty God and Lord.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING – Form B

All standing, the Celebrant begins

Celebrant: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrant: Lift up your hearts.

People: We lift them to the Lord.

Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People: It is right to give him thanks and praise.

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh you have caused a new light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge of your glory in the face of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:SANCTUS – “Holy, holy, holy Lord” – Hymnal S-129 Setting: Robert PowellThe Celebrant and People sing:

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.

The People kneel and the Celebrant continues

e give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your

Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.

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On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he 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. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Therefore, according to his command, O Father,

MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION – Hymnal *S-138 Setting: McNeil Robinson

We remember his death,We proclaim his resurrection,We await his coming in glory.

The Celebrant continues

And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.

We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with the ever-Blessed Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Thomas, Saint Mark, Saint Andrew, Saint John, Saint Peter, Saint Patrick and all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.

By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory are yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever.

The Great “AMEN” – Sung by ALL (Sixfold) Setting: Mass of Creation

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The service continues with the Lord’s Prayer.

Celebrant: And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

Clergy & People: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be 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, and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Celebrant breaks the Consecrated Bread. A period of silence is kept. Then is said

Celebrant: Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

People: Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia!

As the Celebrant and the Communion Ministers movefrom the Nave Altar to the High Altar to administer Holy Communion,

the Choir and Congregation sing

FRACTION ANTHEM: Agnus Dei – “Jesus, Lamb of God” – Sung by ALL

Setting: Mass of Creation

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You take away the sin of the world;Have mercy on us.Jesus, Lamb of God,You take away the sin of the world;Have mercy on us.Jesus, Lamb of God,You take away the sin of the world;Grant us your Peace.

Facing the People, the Celebrant says the Invitation to Holy Communion.

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

The COMMUNION of the PEOPLEALL Baptized Christians are invited to receive Holy Communion in The

Episcopal Church!Kneel or stand at the Rail and cup your hands to receive the

Consecrated Bread. Guide the Cup to your lips, or receive by intinction (“dipping”) of the

Bread.Those unable to receive are encouraged to come forward for a

Blessing.Please fold your arms across your chest to indicate that you wish a

Blessing.

Baptism, the ancient service though which one joins Christ’s Church, may be arranged.

We warmly invite you to contact the Clergy about scheduling your Baptism.

ABLUTIONS HYMN 460, “Alleluia! Sing to Jesus” [Stanzas 1 – 3] Hyfrydol Sung by ALL – KneelingThe Postcommunion Prayer – Said by ALL

Eternal God, heavenly Father,you have graciously accepted us as living membersof your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,and you have fed us with spiritual food

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in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.Send us now into the world in peace,and grant us strength and courageto love and serve youwith gladness and singleness of heart;through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Priestly BlessingThe Peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your

hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son,Jesus, the Christ, our Lord; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father [],

the Son [], and the Holy Spirit [], be among you and remain with you this day and always. Amen.

RECESSIONAL HYMN 618, “Ye watchers and ye holy ones” Lasst uns erfreuen

Silent Prayer – All are invited to kneel for a moment of silent prayer.

The Dismissal

Deacon or Celebrant: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Alleluia! Alleluia!

People: Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!

Organ Postlude

Saint Thomas’ Episcopal Parish – Founded 1835 A.D.

Hancock, Maryland 21750The Reverend F. Allan Weatherholt, Jr., Rector

The Reverend Kirk E. DeVore, DeaconJ. Gwynne Cavey, Minister of Music

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Pamela J. S. Mann, Office AssistantTracy L. Salvagno, Church School Coordinator

PARISH NEWS for LAST EPIPHANY/Annual Meeting – February 23, 2020

OUR 185th ANNUAL PARISH MEETING & LUNCHEON take place today in conjunction with the 10:A.M. Eucharist, as specified in our By-Laws. Fr. Weatherholt will offer his Annual Report/Address as Rector during the Sermon time and at the start of the meeting. He will make some special announcements.

The Annual Report will be distributed in the Parish Hall. Read our story! Take time to review the leadership reports, Parish statistics and financial statement, all of which tell the story of our Parish’s work for Christ over the past year! For those not at the meeting, copies will be in Church next Sunday. Very special thanks to Office Assistant Pam Mann for working so very hard with Fr. Allan to produce the booklet! And another big thank-you to Pam, who put together today’s very nice Picture Presentation, giving us a “Year in Review”! Enjoy these pictures, which will run continuously during the Meeting and Luncheon.

Of primary importance on today’s meeting agenda is the election of three new Vestrymembers to serve until 2023. We are pleased to submit for your consideration: Linda McCarty, Linda Mellott and Tim Smith. Additional nominations are permissible from the floor. We warmly thank these 3 persons for their willingness to stand for election and, if elected, to serve our Lord and His Church in this important way.

Also today: presentation of the 2020 Rector’s Award. We conclude with a delicious Luncheon. Great thanks go to Linda Mellott and her helpers! Be part of this very important day!

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES MEET AS USUAL TODAY while adults attend the Annual Meeting. Teachers and students will join us at Noon when their classes conclude.

TODAY IS ‘THE SUNDAY OF THE LAST ALLELUIAS UNTIL EASTER’ – We say “farewell” to the use of “Alleluia” – Hebrew for “Praise the Lord” – and most other festivity, such as Altar Flowers, Banners, Gospel Processions, etc. Like treasured ornaments or decorations used at holiday time, many of these joyous reminders are “put away” or “veiled” for the somber weeks of Lent. They will return in great splendor on Easter!

IT’S NOT TOO EARLY TO CONSIDER CONFIRMATION THIS YEAR, when Bishop Sutton makes his Parish Visitation to us on Sunday, June 7. The act of Confirming one’s faith in Jesus is such an important part of the Christian journey for everyone. At the upcoming Annual Parish Meeting, Fr. Allan will announce dates and times for this year’s Confirmation Classes. These classes will be in preparation for the Bishop’s visit. Why not plan to Confirm your faith this year?

LENT, 2020, BEGINS THIS WEEK! Note these dates:

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SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPERTuesday, February 25 – 5 to 7:30 P.M. – The Parish Hall

A night of delicious feasting & fellowship before the FAST of LENT begins!COST again this year is by DONATION!

Organized by Kathy McCarty & Robin Mosier

ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICESWednesday, February 26, 2020

7:30 A.M. and 7:30 P.M.HOLY EUCHARIST with ASHES

Lenten pocket crosses will be blessed and distributed.The evening service will include Lenten Hymns and Choral Music.

Make a right beginning to LENT this year! Please join us on Ash Wednesday!

WEEKLY BIBLE STUDIES – Remember that we offer two Bible studies each week throughout much of the year. Our Women’s Bible Study meets most Tuesday mornings at 9:A.M. in the Lower Parish Hall and is led by parishioners Ginny Reed and Tracy Salvagno. Time spent also includes work on crafts for the Annual Christmas Bazaar. Our ‘Upper Room’ Men’s Bible Study also meets (for one hour) most Tuesday mornings at 9:A.M. at the Park-n-Dine Restaurant. Participants enjoy a complimentary breakfast, and Fr. Allan leads a study of the scripture readings for the coming Sunday. Why not consider joining one of our Bible studies?

A PILGRIMAGE TO THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND will be led by Fr. Allan & Rev’d Anne and Fr. Steve & Melanie next Fall – October 15-23, 2020. The 9-day trip will include time in London, Canterbury and other Cathedral cities. The trip concludes in Edinburgh, Scotland! We will visit and explore the roots of our Anglican/Episcopal heritage. The fee of $3,345 generously includes air fare, overnight lodging, most meals and other items. For full details and an application, pick up a brochure from our Literature Table. And feel free to direct questions to Fr. Allan or Rev’d Anne. This will be a wonderful pilgrimage, and we hope several from St. Thomas’ will want to join us!

VISIT OUR CRAFTS AT THE HANCOCK ANTIQUE MALL!  As a follow-up to our Christmas Bazaar, we have some crafts, ornaments, center pieces, wreaths and other items on display and for sale at the Hancock Antique Mall, 255 North Pennsylvania Avenue.  You’ll find our beautiful items in Section C of the mall, open Monday through Saturday, 10:A.M. to 5:P.M.  Stop by to make a purchase and encourage friends and family to do the same!             Thanks to the efforts of Ginny Reed, the mall has been very good to us!  

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A CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE OF PARISHIONER NANCY BISHOP will be held next Sunday afternoon at 2:P.M. at the Hancock American Legion. Fr. Allan will officiate at a brief service of scripture, prayer and reflection. Afterwards, everyone is invited to enjoy food and fellowship, while sharing memories of Nancy, a woman of special faith in Christ and one who was a friend to so many. All of this is in accordance with the wishes of Nancy and her family. Nancy was a significant part of our Church family, sharing her deep love of God with many and, for a time, singing in the Parish Choir. She will be greatly missed. Please bring a dish to share. It is suggested that you bring your food in a disposable container, or in a container clearly marked with your name. Linda Mellott is helping to coordinate the food, and we greatly thank her! You may call Linda at 717-294-3891 if you have questions.

We hope many of you will want to attend this Celebration for Nancy. And look for her obituary in this week’s issue of The Hancock News.

ON ST. THOMAS’ PARISH CALENDAR: Feb. 23 – March 1, 2020TODAY – SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 – LAST EPIPHANY (A) LAST ‘ALLELUIAS’ UNTIL EASTER!

7:30 A.M. FESTIVAL EUCHARIST (Rite One) & Homily 10:00 A.M. FESTIVAL EUCHARIST (Rite Two)& Annual Mtg.

11:15 A.M. Church School Classes for Children 11:15 A.M. 185th Annual Parish Meeting & Luncheon (P.Hall)

Mon. Feb. 24 St. Matthias, the Apostle – Parish Office CLOSED Mondays7:30 P.M. Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)

Tues. Feb.25 SHROVE TUESDAY 9:00 A.M. ‘Upper Room’ Men’s Bible Study (Park-n-Dine)

9:00 A.M. Women’s Bible Study/Crafting (Lower Parish Hall)5:00 to 7:30 P.M. PANCAKE SUPPER (Main Parish Hall) 7:30 P.M. Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)

Wed. Feb. 26 ASH WEDNESDAY – Lent, 2020, Begins! 7:30 A.M. Ash Wednesday Liturgy & Eucharist (Rite One)7:30 P.M. Ash Wednesday Liturgy & Choral Eucharist

Thu. Feb. 27 7:30 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Church Choir Loft)

NEXT SUNDAY, MARCH 1 – LENT I-A 7:30 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite One) & Homily

10:00 A.M. THE GREAT LITANY together withHOLY EUCHARIST (Rite One) & SERMON

11:15 A.M. Sunday School and Adult Education2:00 P.M. CELEBRATION of the Life of Nancy Bishop

(Hancock American Legion)

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St. Thomas’ Parish Prayer List: February 23 – 29, 2020CHRISTIANS ARE PEOPLE OF PRAYER, and we encourage everyone at St. Thomas’ to focus on prayer in daily life. Our Daughters of the King and Brothers of St. Andrew join your Clergy in leading the way in faithful, daily prayer. Use of The Book of Common Prayer at home is strongly recommended.

Our Parish Prayer List, printed below, is revised for each Sunday. We take great care to include all needs known to us. Please take the Prayer List home and use it in your daily prayers. As you pray, you will be wonderfully linked to other Christians in our Parish, across our Diocese and throughout the Church Universal. Your prayers will bring blessings to others – and to you!

INCLUDED IN THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THIS WEEK: Birthdays – February 24: Mark Stahr, Scott Frederick; 25: Tyler Bowman; 26: Michael Hixon; 27: Herbert Mosier, Jane Shaw, Brian Hixon, Jessica Bishop, Autumn Pittman; 28: John Cohill. Anniversaries – February 26: Dusty & Randi Pittman; 29: Donald & Meridith Wolfensberger.

Law Enforcement and Fire & Rescue Personnel, Correctional Officers

Military Service – Dakota Ritz, Andrew Shaw, Aaron Hull, Nicholas Robeson, Taylor Robeson, Susie Hoopengardner, Spencer Hose, Chris Krause, Vince Biggs, Cody Hovermale, Spencer Golden, Lucas Trunkle, Philip Corbett, Cameron Meadows, Matt Lacy, Jake Michael, Allen Foshee, Taylor Shafer, Josh Stotler, Justin Johnson.

Sick/Ongoing Concern – Jim Shaw, Michael Schetrompf, Darl Hixon, Doug Moody, The Rev. Karen Crosby, Bailey & Claire Orndorff, Hilda Buskirk, Bobby Dunkin, Ron Hinckle, Jayden Sweet, Emily Faith, Jim Lloyd, Kylee McKenrick, Jack Joynt, Rusty Bender, Atlee Unger, Gregory Phillips, Kathleen Gibbs, Cindy Lambert, Dave Creek, Denise Troxell, Sue Hinckle, Rodney Weaver, Tim Stotler, Kelly Peck, Tina Brown, Tina Aaron, Stephanie Kennedy, Emma Jones, James Walter, Alethea Shiplett, Diane Diehl, Allen Wilt, David Walter Sr., Alda Lashley, Robbie Barnhart, Robert Hendershot, Tori Anderson, Selvia Swaim, Ronnie Zimmerman.

Shut-ins – Pam Trumpower, Sally Fost, Ralph & Della Wachter, Frances Younker, Helen Moats, Mary Ann Mortzfeldt, Beverly Hershberger, Ernie Truax, Pat McKinley, Catherine Durst, Barbara Smith, Janice Trail, Edna Younker, The Rev. Charles McGinley.

Recently Departed – Nancy Bishop [Celebration of Life next Sunday afternoon, March 1] William Stewart [Brother of Bonnie Pryor]

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR TODAY are given to the Greater Glory of God and in loving memory of William Stewart by Bonnie, Don and Dianna Pryor.

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LENTEN MEDITATIONS, 2020 IS THE TITLE of a Lenten Devotional Booklet that we offer you this year. Please take a copy home and find meaning in the daily reflections written for this Lent. We have ample copies, so why not take an extra for someone else?

BRIEFLY – Today Rev’d Anne is again “supplying” at Trinity Church, Martinsburg . . . As requested, copies of Fr. Allan’s Christmas Eve Sermon entitled “The Christmas Creche” are available from our Literature Table. Please help yourself . . . Deacon Kirk is with us today but will be on a business trip this week and will not be here for Ash Wednesday.

LOOKING AHEAD: THIS Tues. Feb. 25: SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKES, 5 to 7:30 P.M. (Parish Hall)

THIS Wed. Feb. 26: ASH WEDNESDAY – LENT, 2020, Begins! Services at 7:30 A.M. and 7:30 P.M.

NEXT Sun. March 1: The FIRST SUNDAY in LENT

NEXT Sun. March 1: CELEBRATION of Life of Nancy Bishop, 2:P.M. (Am. Legion)

Wed. March 4: Lenten Suppers begin, 6:30 P.M. (Parish Hall) EVENING PRAYER w/LENTEN Preaching, 7:30 P.M.

LITURGICAL MINISTERS THIS WEEK: Lectors/Chalicists: 7:30 A.M. Julie Unger, Dudley Obrecht

10:00 A.M. Theron Reed, Sarah Hogbin

Children’s Church Today: Phoebe Hogbin

Altar Guild This Month: Meredith Hendershot, Robin Mosier

Acolytes: Aiden Dowe, Ivan Hogbin, Molli Hogbin, Phoebe Hogbin, Noah Hoopengardner, Nyla Spielman, Jackson Walter,

Acolytes’ Master: Phoebe Hogbin

Ushers/Greeters: 7:30 A.M. David Creek, Tim Smith 10:00 A.M. Bob Hoopengardner, David Yost

Oblations Bearers: Linda McCarty and Patty Ward

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Lent begins THIS WEEK on Ash Wednesday! Don’t miss our services!

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