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Welcome to

St. Luke Cedar Hill

Good Friday

Celebration of the Lord’s Passion

April 10, 2020

3821 Cedar Hill Cross Rd, Victoria, BC V8P 2M6

Email: [email protected] Web: https://www.stlukesvictoria.ca

Phone: 250 477-6741

The service begins with selected verses from Psalm 22.

The Collect of the Day

Priest: Let us pray. Almighty God, Look graciously, we pray, on this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Hymn: CP 192 Were You There (v. 1, 2, 3, 5)

(Tune: Were You There)

Were you there when they crucified my Lord? Were you there when they crucified my Lord?

Oh! Sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble:

Were you there when they crucified my Lord?

Were you there when they nailed him to the tree? Were you there when they nailed him to the tree?



Were you there when they pierced him in the side? Were you there when they pierced him in the side?



Were you there when they laid him in the tomb? Were you there when they laid him in the tomb?


Were you there when they laid him in the tomb?

Passion Narrative: John 18: 1 – 19: 42 The Passion Narrative can be found here:

https://lectionary.anglican.ca/nrsv/?date=2020-04-10 Reflection: The Rev. Daniel Fournier

CP 386 When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (v. 1-4) Tune: Rockingham

When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of glory died, my richest gain I count but loss,

and pour contempt on all my pride.

Forbid it, Lord that I should boast, save in the cross of Christ, my God;

All the vain things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to his blood.

See, from his head, his hands, his feet,

sorrow and love flow mingled down; Did e’er such love and sorrow meet, or thorns compose so rich a crown?

Were the whole realm of nature mine,

that were an offering far too small; Love so amazing, so divine,

demands my soul, my life, my all.

https://lectionary.anglican.ca/nrsv/?date=2020-04-10

Solemn Intercessions

Let us pray for the one holy catholic and apostolic Church of Christ throughout the world:

for its unity in witness and service, for all bishops and other ministers and the people whom they serve, for the bishop and the people of this diocese, for all Christians in this community, for those about to be baptised, that God will confirm the Church in faith, increase it in love, and preserve it in peace. We pray to you, God. Silence

Faithful and compassionate God, your Spirit guides the Church and makes it holy; hear the prayers we offer, that in the particular ministry to which you have called us, we may serve you faithfully, through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.

Let us pray for all nations and peoples of the earth, and for those in authority among them: For Elizabeth our Queen, and the members of the Royal Family; for Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister, and for the government of this country;

for John Horgan, the Premier of this province, and the members of the legislature; for the mayors of the Capital Regional District, and those who serve with them on the councils, for all who serve the common good, that by God’s help they may seek justice and truth, that all might live in peace and harmony. We pray to you, God. Silence

Faithful and compassionate God, kindle, we pray, in every heart the true love of peace, and guide with your wisdom those in authority, that justice, peace, and freedom may increase, until the earth is filled with the knowledge of your love; through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.

Let us pray for all who suffer: for people who are hungry and the homeless, the those deprived of the necessities of life; for all who are abused and oppressed, for those who are sick, for those who are wounded and handicapped, for those who live in loneliness and in fear, for those struggle with confusion, doubt, and despair, for all who are sorrowful and bereaved, for prisoners, and all at the point of death, that God’s love will comfort and sustain them, and that we may be stirred up to minister to them. We pray to you, God. Silence

Faithful and compassionate God, the comfort of all who sorrow, the strength of all who suffer, hear the cry of all who call on you in any trouble, grant them the joy of receiving your help in their need, giving us, we pray, the strength to serve them, through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen. Let us pray for all who do not believe the gospel of Christ: for those who have never heard the message of God’s love in Christ; for those who have lost their faith, for those who are indifferent to Christ, for those who actively oppose Christ by word or deed, and persecute Christ’s disciples,

for those who in the name of Christ have persecuted others, that God will open their hearts to the truth, and lead them to faith and obedience of God’s ways. We pray to you, God. Silence

Faithful and compassionate God, you create and love all the peoples of the earth; may your good news be so lived and proclaimed, that all are brought home to your presence, through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.

Let us commit ourselves to God, and pray for the grace of a holy life, that with all who have died in the peace of Christ, and with those whose faith is known to God alone, we may enter the fullness of life in the joy of Christ’s resurrection. We pray to you, God. Silence

God, our refuge and strength, accept the fervent prayers of your people, and bring to fulfilment your plan for all creation, through Jesus Christ, who is alive with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Veneration of the Cross

The cross is carried into the church.

While the cross is being carried up the aisle, the Priest will pause three times, and sing:

This is the wood of the cross On which hung the Saviour of the world. Come let us worship.

(During the singing of the song, the image of the cross will be displayed for people to reflect upon.)

Song during the Veneration of the Cross: Hymn for Good Friday

(Text: R.G. Huff; Tune: O Waly, Waly)

Lord Jesus Christ, I mourn and weep. My covenant with you I keep.

That I would love you to the end, My dying Lord, my suffering friend.

Upon your brow, the thorny crown, This image pulls my spirit down.

The nails, the wounds, your gasping breath: I’m overwhelmed, Christ, at your death.

How should I grieve? How can I cry? Whose fault is this? Lord, is it I? Is it for all the wrong I’ve done

That God forsakes his only son?

I’m tempted now to look away, To let my heart avoid this day.

O let me not deny the pain, ‘Lest all your torment be in vain.

Here, Lord, I lift my eyes to see Your mangled body on the tree.

This cross of wood, this place of strife Are now the way to truth and life, Are now the way to truth and life.

Please join in the speaking of the parts in bold from wherever you are watching this.

Priest: We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you,

All: Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.

Priest: O Saviour of the world, Who by your cross and precious blood have redeemed us,

All: Save us and help us, we humbly pray.

Hymn: I Cannot Tell Why He, Whom Angels Worship (v. 1-2)

(Tune: Londonderry Air)

I cannot tell why He, whom angels worship should set his love upon humanity,

or why, as Shepherd, He should seek the wanderers, to bring them back, they know not how or when.

But this I know, that he was born of Mary when Bethlehem’s manger was his only home,

and that he lived at Nazareth and laboured, and so the Saviour, Saviour of the world, is come.

I cannot tell how silently he suffered,

as with his peace he graced this place of tears, or how his heart upon the Cross was broken,

the crown of pain to three and thirty years. But this I know, he heals the broken-hearted, and stays our sin, and calms our lurking fear,

and lifts the burden from the heavy laden, for yet the Saviour, Saviour of the world is here.

Priest: And now, as our Saviour taught us, we are bold to say.

All: 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.

Closing Prayer

Priest: Send down your abundant blessing, O Lord,

upon your people who have devoutly recalled the death of your Son in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection. Grant them pardon; bring them comfort. May their faith grow stronger and their eternal salvation be assured. We ask this through Christ our Lord.

All: Amen. The service ends in silence.

Thank you to the Worship Team Members for the Good Friday Service: Presider: Rev. Daniel Fournier; Intercessions: Joan Scandrett; Readers: Emma Robertson, David Robertson, Sharon McMillan, Matthew Robertson and Maria Ross; Musicians: Daniel Fournier, Susanne Reul-Zastre, and Michael Zastre; Online Video Production: Matthew Robertson; Service Outline and Posting at the Website: Barb Prescott; Hymn Text Slides, Posting on Facebook and Organizing Team Meetings: Sharon McMillan; Music Planning and Service Outline Proofreading: Susanne Reul-Zastre.

THIS WEEK’S PARISH NEWS – April 12 - 18 (**New Items, *Revised Items)

Church Closed – All Events Cancelled – On March 16th Bishop Logan McMenamie ordered all churches in the diocese closed for all public use, including worship, for sixty (60) days effective immediately.

Please join us every Sunday on your electronic device (computer, phone, IPad, etc.) to watch our weekly liturgical service. Both will be posted at the St Luke’s website (www. stlukesvictoria.ca) and Facebook page (www. facebook.com/ StLukeCedarHill). You don’t have to be a Facebook member to access this link.

*The Easter Sunday Services will be pre-recorded and will be available at our website and Facebook page on Easter morning.

Check out St. Luke’s Website – We have a section at our website called “St. Luke’s at Home”, where we are sharing information during this time of being St. Luke’s in a different way, in our homes. This is where you will find the online link to this week's Sunday service, Daniel’s video, and prayers, poems, music, resources for families and other information to help you through this time. Please check out the information there and feel free to send comments and suggestions to Barb Prescott at communications@stluke cedarhill.ca.

St. Luke’s Office is Closed, with the exception of basic essential operations in the maintenance of the business of the church. Bonnie and Daniel will be available by phone calls to the office (250-477-6741) or e-mails (admin@stluke cedarhill.ca) or ([email protected]).

*Thank you for your Support for the Ongoing Ministry of St. Luke’s Church by sending donations through the mail, making donations online through Canada Helps, and signing up for ECP. Your donations are greatly appreciated. If you are not signed for the electronic collection

plate (ECP), signing up now is an excellent opportunity for you to ensure your regular contribution is available for the work of the church. Please contact Barb Prescott by e-mail ([email protected]) or through the parish office (250-477-6741) and she will help you set this up.

*Donations in the mail or through Canada Helps are also very welcome – If you regularly give by putting your envelope in the collection plate, we would ask you to please mail a cheque instead during this time. St. Luke's mailing address is 3821 Cedar Hill Cross Rd., Victoria, BC V8P 2M6. Offerings received this way will be counted and deposited regularly and added to your envelope donations. Donations may also be made through Canada Helps. Use the Donate Now button on the top menu of the website. Please also refer to the Ways to Donate page at our website (www.stlukesvictoria.ca) for more information. Choose St. Luke’s At Home, then Ways To Donate During This Time.

Thrifty Foods Smile Cards - Thank you to everyone who has been using their Smile Cards. We have now received a deposit of $213.55 in March, bringing our total to date to $2,210.81, which means that we are now about 79% of the way to $2800. Please note that the current campaign will end on April 25, 2020. Please “load up” your cards until the end of that business day in order to maximize the amount we receive. We hope to reach $2800 before our current program ends. We will apply again for another project after April 25th. So please keep using your Smile Cards to help out St. Luke’s in this way!

Welcome To St. Luke Cedar Hill… Thank you for visiting today. For more information about St. Luke’s, visit St. Luke’s website: www.stlukesvictoria.ca, send an e-mail: [email protected], or phone: 250-477-6741.We hope you will visit again!

Rector: The Reverend Daniel Fournier

E-mail: [email protected]

For Pastoral Care Needs, please call the church office

Parish Administrator: Bonnie Watkins Office Phone: 250 477-6741 E-mail: [email protected]

St. Luke’s Office is presently closed.

Please leave a message on the phone or send an e-mail to Daniel or Bonnie and they will get back to you.

Program Director: Leslie Flynn contact the office Wardens: Sharon Hallsor Sharon McMillan

WEEKLY LITURGICAL SERVICE:

Visit St. Luke’s website (www.stlukesvictoria.ca) or Facebook (www.facebook.com/StLukeCedarHill)

You don’t need to be a member of Facebook to access this link.

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, APRIL 19, 2020

Acts 2: 14a, 22-32

Psalm 16 1 Peter 1: 3-9

John 20: 19-31

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