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ABM’s - The Five Marks of Mission

The ¡Mission ¡of ¡the ¡Church ¡is ¡the ¡mission ¡of ¡Christ ¡

ABM’s

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The ¡Mission ¡of ¡the ¡Church ¡is ¡the ¡mission ¡of ¡Christ ¡

ABM’s - The Five Marks of Mission

The ¡Mission ¡of ¡the ¡Church ¡is ¡the ¡mission ¡of ¡Christ ¡

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THE ANGLICAN PARISH OF ST STEPHEN AND ST MARY MOUNT WAVERLEY

WELCOME

Simeon ¡and ¡Anna ¡

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This ¡elderly ¡pair ¡represent ¡continuity ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ with ¡the ¡great ¡figures ¡of ¡Israel’s ¡past. ¡ They ¡model ¡faithful ¡Israelites ¡who ¡hang ¡ upon ¡the ¡ancient ¡promises, ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ and ¡who ¡through ¡prayer ¡and ¡fasting ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ are ¡best ¡equipped ¡to ¡recognize ¡ the ¡promised ¡salvation ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ when ¡it ¡eventually ¡comes. ¡

¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡Brendan ¡Byrne, ¡S.J. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡September ¡2000. ¡

At Worship Today

Prayer of the Day: Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only Son was presented in the temple in accordance with the law, so we may be dedicated to you with pure and clean hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

• ne God, now and for ever. Amen

7.45 am BCP Book of Common Prayer Presiding and Preaching: Rev’d Dianne Hymn 452 10.30 am Contemporary Eucharist: Presiding and Preaching: Rev’d Dianne

The Sanctuary bell will be rung 5 minutes before the service begins to observe a time of quiet.

9.00 am A Prayer Book for Australia – page 119 Presiding at the Eucharist: Rev’d Dianne Musical Setting: Holy Trinity Mass – John Ross Introit: Hymn 548 Sentence: 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. First Reading: Malachi 3.1-4 Gradual: Psalm 24 (vss. 7-10: TIS No. 12 sung seated) Second Reading; Hebrews 2.14-18 Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia... And the child grew and became strong; filled with wisdom and the favour of God was upon him Alleluia... Gospel: Luke 2.22-40 Sermon: Rev’d Dianne Offertory: Hymn 308 Anthem: Nunc Dimittis (The Song of Simeon) – Thomas Morley Recessional: Hymn 290

People of all Christian Churches, who are communicants of their own church

are invited to share Holy Communion with us.

1st Reading: Malachi 3.1-4

1 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. 2 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; 3 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. 4 Then the

• ffering of Judah and Jerusalem will be

pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years.

2nd Reading: Hebrews 2.14-18

14Since, therefore, the children share flesh

and blood, he 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 15and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of

• death. 16For it is clear that he did not come

to help angels, but the descendants of

• Abraham. 17 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. 18 Because he himself was tested by

what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested.

Gospel: Luke 2.22-40

22 When the time came for their purification

according to the law of Moses, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23 (as it is written in the law of the Lord, ‘Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord’), 24 and they offered a sacrifice according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, ‘a pair of turtle-doves or two young pigeons.’ 25 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. 26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. 27 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, 28 Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, 29 ‘Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; 30 for my eyes have seen your salvation, 31 which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, 32 a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.’ 33 And the child’s father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. 34 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

• pposed 35 so that the inner thoughts of

many will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your own soul too.’ 36 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 for seven years after her marriage, 37 then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshipped there with fasting and prayer night and day. 38 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. 39 When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. 40 The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom; and the favour of God was upon him.

From Your Vicar

We welcome today our new Assistant Curate The Rev’d Dr Sharne Rolfe. Sharne will be with us part-time (Thursday, Friday and Sunday’s). It was a wonderful service yesterday of the Ordination of 23 men and women, it is always wonderful to go to the Cathedral for one of these major services as you get a real sense of belonging to the wider Anglican Church.

The following is a short letter from Sharne introducing herself: As I write this I am preparing for my pre-ordination retreat at Pallotti College, Millgrove and for my

• rdination as deacon at St Paul’s Cathedral next Saturday 1st February. I am looking forward very

much to beginning as assistant curate at St Stephen’s and St Mary’s, Mt Waverley, the following Sunday. I began formal theological study in 2008 at the United Faculty of Theology and last year was awarded the Master of Divinity degree from the University of Divinity, Melbourne. For the past two years I have been in formation for ordained ministry at Trinity College Theological School. These years of study and formation were very happy times for me, and as I move forward to ordained ministry I bring with me many cherished memories and friends from these days. I have worked for many years in University settings as a child psychologist, primarily training students who are studying to be early childhood educators. My special area of interest is early childhood development. As I will be a part-time assistant curate I will continue my academic work part-time. I live just five minutes down the road from St Stephen’s and St Mary’s (in Glen Waverley) so I am not far away at all from my new parish. I have two adult children. My daughter Jess is recently married and is happily settled in Melbourne with her husband, Ben. Jess is a lawyer and Ben is a barrister. My son, Sam, has recently become engaged to Dani, and has just moved to Sydney after several years as a Health and PE teacher at a local Secondary College. He is about to begin work as a community engagement officer for the AFL in Greater Western Sydney. I am looking forward to joining the ministry team at St Stephen’s and St Mary’s and to getting to know you all. Please keep me in your prayers at this time. Sharne Rolfe

Welcome Sharne, we look forward to working, learning and growing together. Sharne’s Field Committee will be Sue Retschko, Jenny Brown, Irene Donohoue Clyne, Michael Mosley, Chaired by Sue. They will meet with Sharne about every 6 weeks for discussions and feedback. Pax(peace) Dianne

2014 Paschal Candle

If you would like to donate this year’s Paschal Candle please advise the either the Vicar or Bruce Chugg. The cost would be approx. $200.

The Net

will gather at 9.00 am this coming Saturday, February 8 for our men’s breakfast at the Airstream Café, Century City Walk, Glen Waverley. All men of the parish are welcome and if you would like further information, please contact Michael Mosley.

Three Things from December's Vestry Meeting

1 The Treasurer has appointed, with the approval of the Diocesan Registrar, Sharrock Bookkeeping to give him advice on general matters. 2 There is a worrying downward trend in the amount of offertory giving. 3 The generous gift of paintings from Avril Foenander are to be sold to raise funds for Anglican Overseas Aid. The exact method of sale will be discussed with Avril..

Lenten Study Groups

While Lent is still some time off books need to be ordered. This year 4 Study Groups are being offered – all using the same books. We will be using the Archdiocese of Brisbane’s Lenten Studies called “YOU HAVE SET US FREE” The Books cost $10.00 each. The four groups are as follows: Tuesday Evenings – 7.30 p.m. – 9.00 p.m. Leader – Val Dyke (to be held at her home) – 10 places available. Wednesday Afternoons – 2.00 p.m. – 3.30 p.m. Leader – Vicar Dianne (to be held in the Chapel) – 20 places available. Thursday Evenings – 7.30 p.m. – 9.00 p.m. Leader – Michael Mosley (to be held in the Parish Centre) – 20 places available. Friday Afternoons – 2.00 p.m. – 3.30 p.m. Leader – Sharne Rolfe – Assistant Curate (to be held in the Chapel) – 20 places available. Please put your name on the sign-up sheets in the Parish Centre as soon as possible. Money will be collected at the first sessions. Sessions will begin the week of Ash Wednesday i.e (Tuesday Group – 4th March; Wed group – 5th March; Thurs group – 6th March; Fri group – 7th March) (This year no Ecumenical Lenten Studies are being offered, however, they will be doing a study after Easter or Pentecost)

The Friendship Group

commenced again on Wednesday 29 January at 10.30 am. Come along for a chat, a cuppa and some craft. Phone Joan for extra information

Thursday 10 am Eucharist will recommence on Thursday, February 6

Next Week: Epiphany 5, 9/2/14

Readings: Isaiah 58.1-9a Psalm 112 1 Corinthians 2.1-13 Matthew 5.13-20 Stewards: BCP: Avril Foenander, Hugh Foenander SE: Bill Williams. Marj Collis, Nima Flora CE: Hillarie Griggs, Julia Cornelius Readers: BCP: Frank Miller SE: John Hobbs, Val Dyke CE: Geoff Crawford Eucharistic Assistants: BCP: Carol MacDonald SE: Helen Warren, Val Dyke, Bruce Chugg, Gloria Smith CE: Julia Cornelius, Judith Gibson Intercessors: SE: Val Dyke CE: Judith Gibson

Stewardship 2014 If you are a regular

giver via the weekly envelopes...or would now prefer to give regularly via the Weekly Giving Envelopes, then 2014 sets are currently available and are located on the book trolley in the Narthex as well as on the table by the entrance door to the Parish Centre.

Tickets on sale today

Come & have an enjoyable social night with our usual Band & B.B.Q. Friday, February 14 – 6.30 – 9.30 pm Adults $20.00. Family $50.00)

Bring your own Nibbles, Drinks & Glasses. Help will be required on the night & if you are able to help please contact: Phoebe Wilkinson

MU Committee Meeting

Monday, February 3 at 1.00 pm in the Parish Centre.

Next Meeting of Waverley Benevolent Society will be held on

Monday 3 at 10.00 am Helen Warren on behalf of WBS

Thank you

To all the Parishioners, thank you for your kind thoughts, prayers and cards that I received on the recent passing of my Mum. Helen Warren

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Update:

Tuesday, February 4, 2014 Parish

Social Justice Committee (off site)

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Interfaith Network’s Third Annual Interfaith Breakfast

celebrating United Nations World Interfaith Harmony Week 2014. to be held at 7am on Saturday the 8th of February at “The Castle”, Hemmings Park, Dandenong. The Guest Speaker is Sherene Hassan who is a director of the Islamic Museum of Australia. Sherene has served as vice president and secretary of the Islamic Council of Victoria, the peak body for 90,000 Victorian Muslims for nearly eight years For catering purposes, we need to know how many of you are coming. The event is open to both men and women. RSVP to helenheath@bigpond.com or 0408 571 483 as soon as possible, but no later than the 6th of February.

The February issue of TMA (The Melbourne Anglican)

is now available in the foyer/narthex. This issue includes:

• Coverage of the Revd Elizabeth Alfred’s

presiding at the Eucharist to celebrate her 100th birthday;

• Church leaders’ tributes to Nelson

Mandela’s reconciling as a ‘great work of the Spirit’;

• A report of the first ordinations of women

to the priesthood in the Diocese of Ballarat;

• Coverage of Prince Charles’ plea for

Middle East Christians;

• ‘Gospel message of forgiveness shines in

Nairobi slum’ – an interview with Rachel Williams, one of the participants in the recent CMS Conference ‘Summer Under the Son’;

• ‘Entering the gate of heaven’ – a special

supplement on retreat and spirituality centres;

• ‘The Bible and the Big Bang not

contradictory’ – an introduction to the work

• f Astronomer and Astrophysicist Hugh

Ross who believes the claims of the Bible can be reconciled with the findings of science. Roland Ashby, Editor, TMA

Men’s Forum

Ladies are invited to this meeting. Date: Tuesday, 11th February, 2014 Time: 2.00 pm Venue: Old Church Guest Speaker: Roy Heeps Subject: “A Visit to Iceland” - a pictorial presentation with commentary. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served in the Parish Centre after the meeting. Name tags to be worn please. Convener: Des Sparrow

From Anglican Overseas Aid Cathedral Service

“We are hoping to have a service at St Paul’s Cathedral sometime over the coming weeks to pray for the situation in South Sudan and people affected there and here. If you would like to support Melbourne’s South Sudanese community by attending this service, please send an email to aoa@anglicanoverseasaid.org.au with the subject line ‘South Sudan cathedral service’, and we will contact you when we have more

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383 High Street Road, Mt Waverley, 3149. Phone: 9807 3168; Fax: 9807 0978 Office hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10 am - 1 pm (except school holidays) Email: parishoffice@stephenandmary.org.au Website: stephenandmary.org.au ‘Like’ us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephenandmary.mtwaverley Priest: The Rev’d Dianne Sharrock ............ 9807 3168 Emergency contact .................... 0407 334 928 Email: ........... dianne@stephenandmary.org.au (Day off - Monday) Treasurer: Duncan McArthur ............................ 9807 3168 Email: ...... treasurer@stephenandmary.org.au Clerical Assistant: Barbara Aghajani ............................ 9807 3168 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (10am - 1pm) Spiritual Directors: Val Dyke and Michael Mosley Churchwardens: Brian De Lacy (9802 6725), Bruce Chugg (9802 3316), Joan West (9807 1071) wardens@stephenandmary.org.au Members of Vestry: Helen Warren, Geoff Crawford, Elaine Fasken, Judith Gibson, Hillarie Griggs, Duncan McArthur, Michael Mosley, Peter Northwood, Sue Retschko, Elizabeth Taplin. Pastoral Care Ministry: Home Communion and General Visiting: Ian Smith Aged Care Chaplaincies: Bruce Chugg Hospital Visiting: Sue Retschko Funeral Ministry: The Vicar Contemporary Eucharist Contact Hillarie Griggs Pastoral Associate (Emeritus): Trevor Bickerstaff SERVICES: Sunday 7.45 am Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer) 9.00 am Sung Eucharist (APBA) 10.30 am Contemporary Eucharist (Children's Participation) Tuesday 9.00 am Morning Prayer Thursday 10.00 am Eucharist recommencing February 6.