10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS)
O come, ye servants of the Lord – Tye
Barnard in C
Psalm 147:1-12, 21c
Ave verum corpus – Elgar
344, 293, 454, 59, 444
Praeludium in G minor BuxWV 149 – Buxtehude
4.00: Choral Evensong (BCP)
Smith Responses
Psalms 84 and 85
Brewer in D
Expectans expectavi – Wood
17, 434, 619, 300
Sortie in E flat – Lefébure-Wély
Sunday 11 February – Last Sunday after the Epiphany
10.00: Choral Eucharist (BCP)
Let thy merciful ears, O Lord – Mudd
Leighton in D
Psalm 50:1-6
O Saviour of the world – Goss
592, 430, 486, 543, 631
Praeludium in D BuxWV 139 – Buxtehude
Ash Wednesday 14 February
7.30pm: Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes (BAS)
Missa l’hora passa – Viadana
Psalm 51:1-18
Nolo mortem peccatoris – Morley
171, 621, 72(190), 628
Prelude on O Mensch, bewein’ BWV 622 – Bach
Sunday 18 February 2018 – First Sunday in Lent
10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS)
Lord, for thy tender mercy’s sake – Hilton
Mass of St. Denis – Cabena
Psalm 51:1-4, 17-18
Call to remembrance, O Lord – Farrant
10, 646, 629, 165, 528
St. Anne Fugue BWV 552 – Bach
Sunday 25 February 2018 – Second Sunday in Lent
10.00: Choral Eucharist with Great Litany (BCP)
Gibbons in F
Psalm 22:22-31
Ave verum corpus – Willan
364, 394, 631, 84, 505
Introduction, Passacaglia and Fugue – Willan
10.00: Choral Eucharist with Holy Baptism (BAS)
Christ hath a garden – Drinkell
A German Mass – Schubert
Psalm 29
View me, Lord, a work of thine – Lloyd
162, 377, 453, 40, 165, 162
Prelude and Fugue in modo dorico BWV 538 – Bach
Sunday 14 January 2018
10.00: Choral Eucharist (BCP)
God be in my head – Rutter
Harris in F
Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
Behold, the tabernacle – Harris
1, 438, 10, 71, 438
Toccata Songs of Praise – Chappell
Sunday 21 January 2018
10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS)
Thou knowest, Lord – Purcell
Festive Eucharist – Rawsthorne
Psalm 62:6-14
O for a closer walk with God – Stanford
156, 272, 274, 60, 598
Postlude in D minor – Stanford
Sunday 28 January 2018
Choral Eucharist (BCP)
O taste and see – Vaughan Williams
Missa Brevis III (Snowstorm Mass) – Willan
Psalm 111
O Sacred Feast – Willan
599 (580), 291, 455, 559, 306
Grand Choeur in D – Guilmant
Sunday 3 December – First Sunday of Advent
10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS)
Nun komm der Heiden Heiland – Praetorius
Missa l’hora passa – Viadana
Psalm 80:1-7, 16-18
The Lord will come and not be slow – Tye
108, 446, 88, 48, 110
Prelude on Nun komm der Heiden Heiland BWV 661 – Bach
4.00: Advent Procession
The Great Advent Antiphons
Matin Responsory – Palestrina
Remember, O thou man – Ravenscroft
There is a flower springing – Praetorius
Rejoice in the Lord alway – Anon. 16th century
How beautiful upon the mountains – Stainer
Magnificat (Short Service) – Weelkes
Vesper Responsory – Praetorius
89, 98, 103, 110
Carillon de Longchamp – Vierne
Sunday 10 December – Second Sunday of Advent
10.00: Choral Eucharist with Great Litany (BCP)
Wood in the Phrygian Mode
Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 O praise the Lord, all ye heathen – Batten
599, 111, 393, 96, 108
Postlude in D – Smart
Sunday 17 December – Third Sunday of Advent
10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS)
Almighty and everlasting God – Gibbons
Missa Secunda – Hassler
Psalm 126
This is the record of John – Gibbons
98, 103, 109, 102, 101
Pavane la Battaille – Susato
4.00: Nine Lessons and Carols
Special Order of Service
Sunday 24 December – Fourth Sunday of Advent
10.00: Choral Eucharist (BCP)
Gabriel’s message – arr. Pettman
Darke in E
Magnificat – Sumsion in G
Hail, blessed Virgin Mary – arr. Wood
114, 267, 116, 268, 362
Fugue on the Magnificat BWV 733 – Bach
Christmas Eve
11.00: Christmas Eucharist (BCP)
Ding! Dong! Merrily on high – arr. Wood
Messe de Minuit de Nöel – Charpentier
Psalm 96
In the bleak midwinter – Darke
118, 121, 140,126 , 138
Toccata-Prelude on Vom Himmel hoch – Edmundson
Sunday 31 December – First Sunday after Christmas
Choral Eucharist (BAS)
Adam lay ybounden – Ord
German Mass – Schubert
Psalm 148
Nunc Dimittis – Sumsion in G
155, 88, 150, 132, 154
Prelude on In dulci jubilo BWV 729 – Bach
5 November 2017 - All Saints - Remembrance Sunday 10.00: Choral Eucharist with the Renewal of the Vows of Baptism (BAS) The souls of the righteous - Murray Missa Secunda - Hassler Psalm 34:1-10, 22 My soul, there is a country - Parry 281, 439, 277, 275, 70, 276 Fantasia and Fugue in G minor BWV 534 - Bach
4.00: Choral Evensong (BCP) Drinkell Responses Psalms 148 and 150 Medley in F and D God be in my head - Murray 106, 278, 325 Choral Song - S.S. Wesley
12 November 2017 - Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BCP) This is the day - Anon. 16th century Batten’s Short Service Psalm 78:1-7 Tantum ergo sacramentum - Séverac 1, 447, 474, 596, 438 Imperial March - Elgar
19 November 2017 - Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS) If ye love me - Tallis Mass of St. Denis - Cabena Psalm 123 Call to remembrance, O Lord - Farrant 93, 304, 337, 551, 167 Litanies - Alain
26 November 2017 - Last after Pentecost - The Reign of Christ 10.30: Choral Eucharist (BAS) Come, let’s rejoice - Amner Festive Eucharist - Rawsthorne Psalm 100 A Gaelic Blessing - Rutter Hymns on Order of Service Dancing Toccata - Steele
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October 1 2017 - Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS) Lord, for thy tender mercy’s sake - Hilton German Mass - Schubert Psalm 78: 1-4, 12-16 Sacerdotes Domini - Byrd 388(433), 386, 624, 79, 491 A Trumpet Minuet - Hollins
4.00: Choral Evensong (BCP) Smith Responses Psalms 19 and 46 Sumsion in G O how amiable are thy dwellings - Vaughan Williams 17, 455, 22 Prelude on Bryn Calfaria - Vaughan Williams
October 8 2017 - Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Harvest Thanksgiving 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BCP) O sing joyfully - Batten Missa Sancti Joannes de Deo - Haydn Psalm 65 262, 398, 258, 54, 399 Final (1st Symphony) - Vierne
October 15 2017 - Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS) Cantate Domino - Pitoni Festive Eucharist - Rawsthorne Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23 Ave verum - Mozart 379, 98, 43, 62, 598(276) The Giant Fugue BWV 542 - Bach
October 22 - Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost Choral Eucharist (BCP) O come, ye servants of the Lord - Tye Missa Brevis - Murray Psalm 99 Exsultate justi - Viadana 350, 496, 328, 52, 505 Introduction and Passacaglia in E minor - Rheinberger
October 29 2017 - Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost 10.00: Choral Matins (BCP) Deliver us, O Lord our God - Batten Drinkell Responses Psalm 90: 1-6, 14-18 Ireland in F 347, 507(439), 446, 101 Alla Marcia - Ireland
In the past we’ve touched on the delicate balance that churches must maintain while appealing to millennials without pandering or changing theology. But what if we’re focusing our efforts in the wrong places? What if the loud music and fog machines are actually clouding the Holy Spirit and preventing people from connecting with God?
Reading scripture and liturgy in public is an honour that deserves our time and attention as it provides an opportunity for people to hear God’s word. Learning how to connect with those who are listening by speaking clearly and audibly helps people understand and make sense of what you are saying.
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Objectives
On completion of this course you should be able to:
describe practical steps to effectively read scripture and liturgy in public
identify the differences between ‘reading’ to yourself and ‘speaking’ in public
read effectively in public
9 am - 12 Noon, Saturday, 28 October 2017 Christ Church Cathedral, Corner of Church and Brunswick
There's no cost to register, but we do need to know you're coming
In a few weeks cathedral verger Hank Williams will fly to Atlanta to join the largest gathering ever assembled of vergers from the United States, Canada and throughout the world.
“People think vergers wear robes and process slowly around the nave, and that’s the extent of it,” Hank says with a smile.
Verger Conference 2017
As a verger for many years, he knows better. The position of verger goes back to at least the 1600s in the Church of England.
“Historically, vergers were responsible for the order and upkeep of the house of worship, including preparations for the liturgy, the conduct of the laity, and grave-digging,” he explains, adding the latter activity is, thankfully, not part of his role. “Today it’s a ministry of service and welcome.”
For example, the verger’s organizational, logistical and behind-the-scenes support allow the clergy more time for pastoral and sacramental responsibilities. He or she also help with special services, including seating arrangements, welcoming newcomers and visiting clergy, answering questions about the facilities, services and programs.
“At the Atlanta conference Oct. 12-15, some vergers will be new to the job and others much more experienced,” Hank notes. “Many work in smaller parishes, not only in cathedrals. Most co-ordinate with the altar guild. I know I couldn’t do my job without them!”
It will be a good chance to compare notes and share advice
Some vergers train chalice bearers, prayer intercessors and/or tour guides. Some check lighting and sound when setting up for the service, and some have taken first-aid training or made emergency measures preparations.
“It will be a good chance to compare notes and share advice,” Hank said, noting he is grateful to Bishop and Chapter and the Anglican Church Women’s Group at the cathedral for helping fund his trip to Atlanta.
“I really appreciate the opportunity to learn more about a ministry I find meaningful and spiritual,” he said. “I am looking forward to a keynote address by the presiding primate of the U.S. Episcopal Church who will highlight the ministry of the verger and its part to lead the church in the Jesus Movement.”
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Hank, who enjoys singing, will also attend a festive choral eucharist and a choral evensong as well as other worship services and workshops.
Hank Williams
The 29th annual conference of vergers, whose theme is Draw the circle wider, features exhibits, a shop, and fellowship including a recognition dinner. It also has an unusual aspect. Registrants have been asked to bring basic supplies, such as toothbrushes, toothpaste and socks to Atlanta. These items will be presented at the altar and donated to homeless people.
“Vergers will also get involved in a service project during the conference,” Hank said. “It could involve cleaning, painting, making sandwiches or other tasks to help Crossroads Community Ministries which assists homeless men, women and children in Atlanta. The ministry of hospitality we provide at our home churches will take on a special meaning there.”
The verger would be pleased to share highlights upon his return from the conference. Hank added he welcomes questions from congregation members any time, especially from anyone interested especially from anyone interested in helping occasionally with verger duties.
During the Season of Creation, Christians are called to pray and act as one. Please join us for this special time of song and reflection as we come together for our common home.
We will participate in reflections by:
Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby
Other Christian and environmental leaders
We will also listen to beautiful music written by the Taizé community in France. This unique ecumenical monastic order is home to more than 100 Protestant and Catholic brothers. The order lives in kindness, simplicity, reconciliation, and its songs are well-known.
This event will invite deeper communion within our Christian family and our Earth community. Please join us.
Date: September 19, 2017 Time: 12 Noon Place: Christ Church Cathedral, Fredericton NB
Sunday 4 February 2018 – Fifth after the Epiphany
