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The Second Sunday Of Advent
Merciful God, who sent thy messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the HolySpirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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8:00 a.m.
This 30 minute service in the Lady Chapel includes lessons, prayers, a sermon and a Said Mass.
9:00 a.m.
This 45 minute service at the High Altar includes lessons, prayers, hymns, a sermon, and a Sung Eucharist. Music is sung by the younger choristers and probationers of the choir. Please see the leaflet below for the order of worship.
9:45 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Join us for coffee, tea and cookies in the Parish House Living Room and Dining Room following the 9am Eucharist.
10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Father Austin will give short talks on this rich text (perhaps unexpectedly so) which contains much material for Christian reflection.
10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Saint Thomas Church offers Sunday School classes for grades one to six. Engaging lessons are prepared for the students in keeping with our commitment to the Christian formation of our young members. We look forward to welcoming your child or grandchild to our classes. Please contact us for more information.
11:00 a.m.
The service begins with the clergy and choir entering in silence, going to their respective places in the chancel. The Litany then begins with the words "O God the Father, Creator of heaven and earth." Then, at "Remember not, Lord, our offences...," the clergy and choir begin a long Procession through the nave, moving down...
12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
Please join us in the Parish House Living Room and Dining Room for coffee, tea and cookies following the Eucharist. Meet parishioners and, if you are a guest, please sign our guest book. Nametags are available.
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Even if you think you cannot sing, you can be in tune with others. Parishioner Nancy Garniez has been teaching this sight-singing skill for over 30 years, and now offers it to the congregation. The group will meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month, starting October 3 from 1 to 2 p.m....
4:00 p.m.
You may listen to John Scott's notes on the music of Orlando Gibbons here.
