Today’s festival celebrates the whole family of God. This celebration is rooted in the belief that all the faithful, living and departed, are all part of the great company of saints, and are in spiritual communion with one another, bound together through baptism in the body of Christ. As we come to the waters of baptism today, we renew our baptismal covenant with those to be baptized, and all those who have gone before.
The people’s responses are given in bold.
ENTRANCE PROCESSION
The people are invited to stand as they are able as the sacred ministers enter the church from the south-east door.
THE GREETING
We share in the Apostolic Greeting.
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
And also with you.
ACT OF PRAISE The Gloria in Excelsis
The Gloria, or some other song of praise, centres our attention on God, whom we have gathered to worship.
Glory be to God on high,
and in earth peace, good will towards men.
We praise thee, we bless thee, we worship thee, we glorify thee,
we give thanks to thee for thy great glory,
O Lord God, heavenly king, God the Father almighty.
O Lord, the only-begotten Son, Jesus Christ;
O Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father,
that takest away the sin of the world, have mercy upon us.
Thou that takest away the sin of the world, receive our prayer.
Thou that sittest at the right hand of God the Father, have mercy upon us.
For thou only art holy; thou only art the Lord;
thou only, O Christ, with the Holy Ghost,
art most high in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
The collect is the prayer appointed for the day that reflects the theme of the day or season, and which celebrates the attributes of God revealed in the readings of the day.
The Lord be with you;
And with thy spirit.
Let us pray.
Almighty God, whose people are knit together in one holy Church, the mystical Body of your Son, grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you; through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The people may be seated.
THE FIRST READING Daniel 7. 1–3, 15–18 Bart MacDougall
Today’s Old Testament passage describes Daniel's terrifying vision of four beasts—a lion, a bear, a leopard, and a monstrous beast—emerging from a turbulent sea, which symbolize four successive kingdoms or kings who would threaten God’s people. The passage then includes a heavenly being's explanation that, while these earthly powers will oppress God's people, the "holy ones of the Most High" will ultimately receive and possess the kingdom forever, and the fourth beast will be destroyed.
In the first year of King Belshazzar of Babylon, Daniel had a dream and visions of his head as he lay in bed. Then he wrote down the dream: I, Daniel, saw in my vision by night the four winds of heaven stirring up the great sea, and four great beasts came up out of the sea, different from one another.
As for me, Daniel, my spirit was troubled within me, and the visions of my head terrified me. I approached one of the attendants to ask him the truth concerning all this. So he said that he would disclose to me the interpretation of the matter: ‘As for these four great beasts, four kings shall arise out of the earth. But the holy ones of the Most High shall receive the kingdom and possess the kingdom for ever—for ever and ever.’
The word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
PSALM Psalm 149. Cantate Domino
The Psalms form the ancient songbook of God’s people.
The people are invited to join in saying the Psalm responsively by the full verse as indicated.
1 ALLELUIA! Sing to the Lord a new song; * sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.
2 Let Israel rejoice in his maker; * let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.
3 Let them praise his name in the dance; * let them sing praise to him with timbrel and harp.
4 For the Lord takes pleasure in his people * and adorns the poor with victory.
5 Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; * let them be joyful on their beds.
6 Let the praises of God be in their throat * and a two-edged sword in their hand;
7 To wreak vengeance on the nations * and punishment on the peoples;
8 To bind their kings in chains * and their nobles with links of iron;
9 To inflict on them the judgement decreed; * this is glory for all his faithful people. Alleluia!
THE SECOND READING Ephesians 1. 11–23 Bart MacDougall
The Apostle Paul teaches that believers have a spiritual inheritance in Christ, which is guaranteed by the Holy Spirit. The passage emphasizes God's eternal purpose for believers to be adopted into God’s family for the praise of God’s glory. It also describes the supremacy of Christ over all powers and authorities, and his role as the head of the Church, which is his body.
In Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things according to his counsel and will, so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; this is the pledge of our inheritance towards redemption as God’s own people, to the praise of his glory.
I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love towards all the saints, and for this reason I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power for us who believe, according to the working of his great power. God put this power to work in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the age to come. And he has put all things under his feet and has made him the head over all things for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.
The word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
THE HOLY GOSPEL Luke 6. 20–31
Today’s reading is part of Jesus’ teaching known as the ‘Sermon on the Plain.’ Here Jesus contrasts the "blessed" poor with the "woe" of the rich and then gives a series of teachings about loving one's enemies, practicing non-retaliation, and following the Golden Rule. Here, and in the wider sermon, Jesus presents a new ‘kingdom agenda’ that subverts worldly expectations of power and status, blessing the marginalized and calling his followers to a radical form of love and ethics that stands in stark contrast to the world's values. To shape our lives in the way Jesus describes is to participate in the kingdom of God.
The Lord be with you.
And with thy spirit.
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke.
Glory to thee, O Lord.
Then he looked up at his disciples and said:
‘Blessed are you who are poor,
for yours is the kingdom of God.
‘Blessed are you who are hungry now,
for you will be filled.
‘Blessed are you who weep now,
for you will laugh.
‘Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man. Rejoice on that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven; for that is what their ancestors did to the prophets.
‘But woe to you who are rich,
for you have received your consolation.
‘Woe to you who are full now,
for you will be hungry.
‘Woe to you who are laughing now,
for you will mourn and weep.
‘Woe to you when all speak well of you, for that is what their ancestors did to the false prophets.
‘But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt. Give to everyone who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again. Do to others as you would have them do to you.
The Gospel of Christ.
Praise be to thee, O Christ.
THE SERMON The Reverend Canon Dr. David Anderson
The sermon follows the readings and reflects on one or more the readings, relating them to our Christian discipleship and daily life.
The people are seated.
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles’ Creed
Let us confess the faith of our baptism as we say,
I believe in God the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth:
And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Bart MacDougall
The people may be seated for the prayers.
Let us pray for the church and the world, and for those who will today receive receive the sacrament of new birth.
We pray for the church. In the worldwide Anglican Communion, we pray for The Church of the Province of West Africa. In our Diocese of Niagara, for St. John, Cheapside, The Reverend Canon Richard Moorse, Rector; and the people of that parish. We pray for all bishops, priests and deacons, and all the people. Encourage us by the example of all the saints who have gone before us and keep us, together with those to be baptised today, in the way of Jesus.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for the stewardship of the earth. We give thanks for your goodness in creation. Teach us to so care for the earth and all its creatures that all may flourish and know your goodness.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for Charles our king and all in authority under him. We pray for the leaders of nations, business, and civil society. We pray for peace in the world, especially Ukraine, Russia, Palestine, Israel, Myanmar, South Sudan, and other places in conflict. May your peace rule in our world, in our lives, and in our hearts.
Lord,Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for those who have requested our prayers, for {names are inserted here}. May your grace, mercy, and peace be with them. We pray for those who have suffered from natural and human-caused disaster, and especially the people Jamaica and Cuba. Grant healing, restoration, support, and recovery according to their needs.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For those drawing near to the light of faith and for those to be baptized.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the whole communion of saints who have followed Jesus and now reign with him. Today we remember especially Hope Dibben, Nora L. Balders, and Marilyn Field in whose memory altar flowers have been given. Bring us together with them, those who join our fellowship this day, St. Jude and all the saints, to fullness of joy in the banquet of your kingdom.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We offer our prayers, O God, trusting in your everlasting grace and mercy, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION
Let us humbly confess our sins to almighty God.
Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
Maker of all things and judge of all people:
We acknowledge and confess our manifold sins and wickedness,
Which we from time to time most grievously have committed,
By thought, word and deed,
Against thy divine majesty.
We do earnestly repent, and are heartily sorry for these our misdoings.
Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father;
For thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ’s sake,
Forgive us all that is past;
And grant that we may ever hereafter
Serve and please thee
In newness of life,
To the honour and glory of thy name;
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who of his great mercy hath promised forgiveness of sins to all them that with hearty repentance and true faith turn unto him: have mercy upon you; pardon and deliver you from all your sins; confirm and strengthen you in all goodness; and bring you to everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE PEACE
As forgiven and reconcile people we exchange words of peace with one another.
The peace of the Lord be always with you.
And with thy spirit.
The people are invited to share words of peace with one another.
PRAYER OVER THE GIFTS
Holy and mighty God, we give you thanks for the triumph of Christ in the lives of all his saints. Receive all we offer you this day, and help us, like them, to run our course with faith, that we may come to your eternal kingdom. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
The Lord be with you.
And with thy spirit.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them up unto the Lord.
Let us give thanks unto our Lord God.
It is meet and right so to do.
It is very meet, right, and our bounden duty, that we should at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto thee, O Lord, holy Father, almighty, everlasting God, creator and preserver of all things, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who in the multitude of thy saints hast compassed us about with so great a cloud of witnesses, that we, rejoicing in their fellowship, may run with patience the race that is set before us, and together with them may receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away. Therefore with angels and archangels, and with all the company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious name; evermore praising thee and saying:
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts,
heaven and earth are full of thy glory.
Glory be to thee, O Lord most high.
Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord:
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessing and glory and thanksgiving be unto thee, almighty God, our heavenly Father, who of thy tender mercy didst give thine only Son Jesus Christ to take our nature upon him, and to suffer death upon the cross for our redemption; who made there, by his one oblation of himself once offered, a full, perfect, and sufficient sacrifice, oblation, and satisfaction, for the sins of the whole world; and did institute, and in his holy Gospel command us to continue, a perpetual memorial of that his precious death, until his coming again.
Hear us, O merciful Father, we most humbly beseech thee; and grant that we receiving these thy creatures of bread and wine, according to thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ’s holy institution, in remembrance of his death and passion, may be partakers of his most blessed body and blood; who, in the same night that he was betrayed, took bread; and, when he had given thanks, he brake 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.”
Likewise after supper he took the cup; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink ye all, of this; for this is my blood of the new covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the remission of sins: Do this, as oft as ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me.”
Wherefore, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, we thy humble servants, with all thy holy Church, remembering the precious death of thy beloved Son, his mighty resurrection, and glorious ascension, and looking for his coming again in glory, do make before thee, in this sacrament of the holy bread of eternal life and the cup of everlasting salvation, the memorial which he hath commanded:
We praise thee, we bless thee, we thank thee,
and we pray to thee, Lord our God.
And we entirely desire thy fatherly goodness mercifully to accept this our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving, most humbly beseeching thee to grant, that by the merits and death of thy Son Jesus Christ, and through faith in his blood, we and all thy whole Church may obtain remission of our sins, and all other benefits of his passion; And we pray that by the power of thy Holy Spirit, all we who are partakers of this holy communion may be fulfilled with thy grace and heavenly benediction; through Jesus Christ our Lord, by whom and with whom, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honour and glory be unto thee, O Father Almighty, world without end.
Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Rejoicing in our fellowship with all the saints and gathering our prayers and praises into one, let us pray as our Saviour taught us,
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, the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
BREAKING OF THE BREAD
We do not presume to come to this thy table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in thy manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under thy table. But thou art the same Lord, whose property is always to have mercy: grant us therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of thy dear Son Jesus Christ, and to drink his blood, that we may evermore dwell in him, and he in us. Amen.
FRACTION ANTHEM Agnus Dei
O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world: have mercy upon us.
O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world: have mercy upon us.
O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world: grant us thy peace.
THE COMMUNION OF THE PEOPLE
All people who seek to follow Jesus are welcome to receive the Holy Communion. The Holy Communion is distributed at the altar rail. You are welcome to kneel or stand to receive. You may receive Holy Communion in either, or both the bread and the wine. Gluten free bread is available; if you prefer gluten free, please ask the priest distributing the bread. Receive the bread in your open and outstretched hands, responding, Amen. The wine is offered from a common cup. To receive please assist by helping guide the cup to your lips. If you prefer not to receive the cup, cross your arms across your chest. If you prefer to receive a blessing rather than the bread and wine of communion, again, cross your arms over your chest as the priest comes to distribute the bread and the priest will bless you.
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION
The people may stand.
Almighty and everliving God,
We most heartily thank thee
That thou dost graciously feed us, in these holy mysteries,
With the spiritual food of the most precious body and blood
Of thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ;
Assuring us thereby of thy favour and goodness towards us;
And that we are living members of his mystical Body,
Which is the blessed company of all faithful people;
And are also heirs through hope of thy everlasting kingdom.
And here we offer and present unto thee, O Lord,
Ourselves, our souls and bodies,
To be a reasonable, holy, and living sacrifice unto thee.
And although we are unworthy,
Yet we beseech thee to accept this our bounden duty and service,
Not weighing our merits, but pardoning our offences;
Through Jesus Christ our Lord,
To whom, with thee and the Holy Spirit, be all honour and glory,
World without end. Amen.
BLESSING
The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord: And the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit be amongst you and remain with you always. Amen.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
If it is needful that any announcements concerning the life and work of the church be made, they are given at this time.
DISMISSAL
The assisting minister dismisses the people to go forth to share in God’s mission in the world.
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
As you are able, please remain standing as the sacred ministers make their way from the church.
Today’s Ministers. Presiding Celebrant and Preacher: The Reverend Canon Dr. David Anderson, Rector. Reader & Greeter: Bart MacDougall. Altar Guild: Joan Price and Patty Winter.
Acknowledgements This liturgy is in the tradition of the Book of Common Prayer (Canada, 1962), and is adapted from the Book of Alternative Services, The General Synod of the Anglican Church of Canada (1984), and from other sources as follows. Readings from Holy Scripture are taken from the New Revised Standard Version Bible: Anglicised Edition, copyright © 1989, 1995 the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ (USA); used by permission. This liturgy is used at St. Jude’s Church by permission of the Bishop of Niagara.
Altar Flowers
The flowers in the reredos are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Hope Dibben,
given by her daughter, Pamela.
The flowers on the right stand are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Nora L. Balders,
given by her family.
The flowers on the left stand are in loving memory of Marilyn Field from her family.
All are invited to make a gift to support
St. Jude’s ministry of sharing God’s love.
As the plate is passed or by scanning the QR code at the left or
online at stjudeschurch.net/give.
Thank you for your generosity.
St. Jude’s Church
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905-844-3972
Clergy and Staff
The Right Reverend Dr. Susan J.A. Bell, Bishop of Niagara
The Reverend Canon Dr. David Anderson, Rector anderson@stjudeschurch.net
The Reverend Sarah Grondin, Priest Associate grondin@stjudeschurch.net
The Reverend Canon Dr. Patrick Patterson, Priest Assistant pat.macrae.pat@gmail.com
Adedayo Olomodosi, Student Minister
Sebastian Moreno, Director of Music choir@stjudeschurch.net
Dr. Andrei Streliaev, Associate Organist
Grace D’Mello, Choral Scholar
Carmen Almeida, Coordinator of Youth and Children’s Ministry carmen@stjudeschurch.net
Robert Clarence, Parish Operations Manager manager@stjudeschurch.net
Amanda Judd, Administrative Secretary office@stjudeschurch.net
Churchwardens
Kevin Coleman, People’s Warden peopleswarden@stjudeschurch.net
Nancy Coombs, Rector’s Warden rectorswarden@stjudeschurch.net
Martha Denning, Deputy People’s Warden
Henry Popp, Deputy Rector’s Warden
Nick Choules-Burbidge, Treasurer nwrburbidge@gmail.com
ANNOUCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS
Tue, Nov 4 @ 12pm - St Jude’s Book Club Meeting
Join us in the library at 12pm to discuss 'Coronation Year' by Jennifer Robson. Set during the time of Queen Elizabeth's coronation, Coronation Year blends mystery with incredible research and unforgettable characters.
Can’t make it this month but want to join? Email Amanda to get on the mailing list to get updates!
Tuesday, November 4 @ 7pm - ‘In the Footsteps of St. Paul’
A documentary/travelogue hosted by British actor Sir David Suchet, aka Hercule Poirot
Filmed on location at many of the Apostle Paul’s missionary sites around the Mediterranean, featuring archeologists, scholars and local people. Followed by discussion. Hosted by Doug Field.
Please register online or at the Church office.
Saturday, November 22 from 8:30am-12:30pm – Christmas Bazaar
Items can be dropped off at the church in Victoria Hall starting Sunday, November 16th.
We also welcome your donations for the bake table, baked goods, cookies, squares, jams, jellies, preserves, etc.
Please note jewellery can be dropped off in the office at any time.
Wed, Nov 12 (after the 10:30am service) – Parish Lunch
Don’t miss out on another amazing Parish Lunch, lovingly prepared by St. Jude’s volunteers. For only $8 you get a main course, salad, dessert, and a glass of wine! Coffee and tea are also available.
Sign up on our website or in the Church Office. Hope to see you there!
Seeking Ideas and Interested People for Craft & Chat Club
Come get together for a friendly chat, while doing needlework, crafts, or playing board games.
Come and give us your ideas. What day and time works best for you?
Connect with Anne Weeks in the library after the 10:30am Wednesday service to discuss.