Dear Worshippers, Friends and Patrons of St. Clement’s,
Please join us for worship this coming Sunday..
Sunday 30th July at 11.00 – Sung Eucharist for the Seventh Sunday after Trinity
The Gospel reading is Matthew 13:31-33</strong>, 44-52 whilst the supporting readings are Genesis 29:15-28 and Romans 8:26-39. Our Preacher will be Licensed Reader Jack Noonan.
The Canadian choir `OXFORD CHURCH MUSIC` with 40 strong choristers will be joining us this Sunday. Under the direction of name, the Director of Music and Organist at Christ Church St. James Anglican, Toronto; they will sing:-
“River in Judea” – a contemporary piece as an Introit; “The Hallelujah Chorus” as a blues/gospel praise hymn version in place of our usual setting of the Gloria; “Jesus, give us Your peace” – a slow blues/gospel devotional during Communion; and an arrangement of “The Heavens Declare The Glory Of the Lord” by Marcello – a lively 18th century piece – as a Recessional.
This is an opportunity to invite your friends interested in music but who do not normally come to church. Make sure you offer to come with someone. It would be much appreciated if you could please bring a bottle of your favourite pop or soda and/or a plate`s worth of biscuits or cake to share after the service, if you can.
A few other things…
My sermon from last Sunday, is now available to listen to, on our church website. The sermon is about the two eternities that is Heaven and Hell, and that the righteous will shine like the sun in the Kingdom of their Father. Click here to listen.
Celebratory Prayer for birthdays and wedding anniversaries or any other such occasion is now a part of our regular service. You are invited to send to me the details of your birthday or any special occasion for which you would like us to pray, by email to this address.
Yours in His Service,
Nathanial
