Services for this coming week
Welcome to our worship for Trinity 20,
and St Luke the Evangelist
also Church Action on Poverty Sunday,
Sunday 18th October
Collect
Almighty God, you called Luke the physician, whose praise is in the gospel, to be an evangelist and physician of the soul:
by the grace of the Spirit and through the wholesome medicine of the gospel, give your Church the same love and power to heal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be all honour and glory, now and for ever.
Amen
by the grace of the Spirit and through the wholesome medicine of the gospel, give your Church the same love and power to heal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be all honour and glory, now and for ever.
Amen
From the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
God, our light and our salvation: illuminate our lives, that we may see the goodness in the land of the living, and looking on your beauty may be changed into the likeness of Jesus Christ our Lord
Praying especially today for The Anglican Church of Canada
Praying especially today for The Anglican Church of Canada
Sponsored Hymns for Today
144 Father, Lord of all creation - chosen by Rosemary Schofield because it’s writer, Bishop Stewart Cross, was a personal friend
408 Lord Jesus Christ – chosen by Jane Sampson
129 Dear Lord and Father of mankind – chosen by Margaret Moore because it is a family favourite
636 The Lord’s my shepherd – chosen by Stephen Bashford, a visitor to the church who thought sponsor a hymn was a great idea
248 Hark my soul, it is the Lord - chosen by Val Bailey because the words have a message to hear God’s voice
48 At the name of Jesus – chosen by Jackie Knowles because it’s one of her favourites
Thank you to all who have sponsored hymns.
408 Lord Jesus Christ – chosen by Jane Sampson
129 Dear Lord and Father of mankind – chosen by Margaret Moore because it is a family favourite
636 The Lord’s my shepherd – chosen by Stephen Bashford, a visitor to the church who thought sponsor a hymn was a great idea
248 Hark my soul, it is the Lord - chosen by Val Bailey because the words have a message to hear God’s voice
48 At the name of Jesus – chosen by Jackie Knowles because it’s one of her favourites
Thank you to all who have sponsored hymns.
Readings for Today
First Reading: Isaiah 35.3-6
Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees. Say to those who are of a fearful heart, ‘Be strong, do not fear! Here is your God. He will come with vengeance, with terrible recompense. He will come and save you.’
Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the speechless sing for joy. For waters shall break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert.
Psalm 147
Response Sing praise to the Lord, O Jerusalem
(Alleluia.)
How good it is to make music for our God, how joyful to honour him with praise. The Lord builds up Jerusalem and gathers together the outcasts of Israel. He heals the broken-hearted and binds up all their wounds. R
He counts the number of the stars and calls them all by their names. Great is our Lord and mighty in power; his wisdom is beyond all telling. R
The Lord lifts up the poor, but casts down the wicked to the ground. Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; make music to our God upon the lyre; R
Who covers the heavens with clouds and prepares rain for the earth; Who makes grass to grow upon the mountains and green plants to serve our needs. He gives the beasts their food and the young ravens when they cry. R
He takes no pleasure in the power of a horse, no delight in human strength; But the Lord delights in those who fear him, who put their trust in his steadfast love. R
(Alleluia)
Second Reading: 2 Timothy 4. 5-17
As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. Do your best to come to me soon, for Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica; Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful in my ministry. I have sent Tychicus to Ephesus. When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, also the books, and above all the parchments. Alexander the coppersmith did me great harm; the Lord will pay him back for his deeds. You also must beware of him, for he strongly opposed our message. At my first defence no one came to my support, but all deserted me. May it not be counted against them! But the Lord stood by me and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So I was rescued from the lion’s mouth.
Gospel Reading: Luke 10.1-9
After this the Lord appointed seventy others and sent them on ahead of him in pairs to every town and place where he himself intended to go. He said to them, ‘The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out labourers into his harvest. ‘Go on your way. See, I am sending you out like lambs into the midst of wolves. Carry no purse, no bag, no sandals; and greet no one on the road. Whatever house you enter, first say, “Peace to this house!” And if anyone is there who shares in peace, your peace will rest on that person; but if not, it will return to you. ‘Remain in the same house, eating and drinking whatever they provide, for the labourer deserves to be paid. Do not move about from house to house. Whenever you enter a town and its people welcome you, eat what is set before you; cure the sick who are there, and say to them, “The kingdom of God has come near to you.”’
Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees. Say to those who are of a fearful heart, ‘Be strong, do not fear! Here is your God. He will come with vengeance, with terrible recompense. He will come and save you.’
Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the speechless sing for joy. For waters shall break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert.
Psalm 147
Response Sing praise to the Lord, O Jerusalem
(Alleluia.)
How good it is to make music for our God, how joyful to honour him with praise. The Lord builds up Jerusalem and gathers together the outcasts of Israel. He heals the broken-hearted and binds up all their wounds. R
He counts the number of the stars and calls them all by their names. Great is our Lord and mighty in power; his wisdom is beyond all telling. R
The Lord lifts up the poor, but casts down the wicked to the ground. Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; make music to our God upon the lyre; R
Who covers the heavens with clouds and prepares rain for the earth; Who makes grass to grow upon the mountains and green plants to serve our needs. He gives the beasts their food and the young ravens when they cry. R
He takes no pleasure in the power of a horse, no delight in human strength; But the Lord delights in those who fear him, who put their trust in his steadfast love. R
(Alleluia)
Second Reading: 2 Timothy 4. 5-17
As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. Do your best to come to me soon, for Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica; Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful in my ministry. I have sent Tychicus to Ephesus. When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, also the books, and above all the parchments. Alexander the coppersmith did me great harm; the Lord will pay him back for his deeds. You also must beware of him, for he strongly opposed our message. At my first defence no one came to my support, but all deserted me. May it not be counted against them! But the Lord stood by me and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So I was rescued from the lion’s mouth.
Gospel Reading: Luke 10.1-9
After this the Lord appointed seventy others and sent them on ahead of him in pairs to every town and place where he himself intended to go. He said to them, ‘The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out labourers into his harvest. ‘Go on your way. See, I am sending you out like lambs into the midst of wolves. Carry no purse, no bag, no sandals; and greet no one on the road. Whatever house you enter, first say, “Peace to this house!” And if anyone is there who shares in peace, your peace will rest on that person; but if not, it will return to you. ‘Remain in the same house, eating and drinking whatever they provide, for the labourer deserves to be paid. Do not move about from house to house. Whenever you enter a town and its people welcome you, eat what is set before you; cure the sick who are there, and say to them, “The kingdom of God has come near to you.”’
Reflection on these Readings
From ‘Reader, Petronella Spivey
added on Sunday
Prayers for this week
Gracious God, you created us in your own image, and you call us to live lives of faith, love and hope. We bring our prayers for the world and our community into your presence today.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Lord of all, we pray for the Church worldwide, for our own parish and deanery. Like the early Christian’s of Thessalonica, may our faith be known for its action, our love for its hard work, and our hope for the future in the face of adversity. Lord, prompt us to be a truly welcoming church. Break down any barriers of judgement or indifference in our hearts. Help us to receive every person who walks through our doors as a gift from you, offering them a place of safety, belonging and true friendship.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
God of Mercy, our hearts break for the innocent caught in the crossfire of human conflict – for children who only know fear, the families grieving sudden losses, and those deprived of food, shelter, and medical care. Be their shield and their provider. Strengthen the hands of aid workers and medical teams risking their lives to help them. Bring comfort to those who weep and restore dignity to the broken-hearted.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Gracious Father, Jesus reminded us to give to the state what belongs to the state, and to God what belongs to God. We pray for our government and world leaders. Give them the integrity to seek justice, the compassion to protect the vulnerable and the wisdom to foster peace. Help each of us to navigate our daily duties as citizens while keeping our ultimate loyalty and devotion anchored in your love.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Loving God, we pray for people of our local parish who are experiencing homelessness. Look after those who are sleeping rough, staying in temporary shelters, or trapped in unstable housing. Guide us as a church to offer practical support, warmth and dignity to our neighbours in need. We lift up everyone in our community facing unemployment or job insecurity. We pray for those carrying the heavy stress of financial worry and the struggle to provide for their families. Open new doors of opportunity, grant them resilience and help us to support them through tough times.
Give wisdom to our local councils, charities and community groups as they work to tackle poverty, housing shortages and job creation in our area.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Compassionate Father, we pray for those in our parish family and wider circles who are sick in body, mind, or spirit and in a moment of quiet we name those on our hearts today. Surround them with your peace, ease their pain and grant wisdom to the doctors, nurses, and carers looking after them. Give strength to those who are exhausted by long-term illness, mental struggles, or the heavy burden of caring for a loved one.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
God of Mercy, we commend to your eternal keeping those who have died recently, and those whose anniversaries fall at this time. Welcome them into your presence, where there is no more pain or crying, but life everlasting. Comfort those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Wrap them in your love, support them in their sorrow, and strengthen their hope in the promise of the resurrection.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Father, as we stand at the beginning of this new week, we place the days ahead into your hands. Help us to see your hand at work in the ordinary moments. Make us attentive to the needs of those around us, that we might offer a word of encouragement, a helping hand or a listening ear. May our lives reflect your peace, love, and grace in everything we do.
Merciful Father, accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Lord of all, we pray for the Church worldwide, for our own parish and deanery. Like the early Christian’s of Thessalonica, may our faith be known for its action, our love for its hard work, and our hope for the future in the face of adversity. Lord, prompt us to be a truly welcoming church. Break down any barriers of judgement or indifference in our hearts. Help us to receive every person who walks through our doors as a gift from you, offering them a place of safety, belonging and true friendship.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
God of Mercy, our hearts break for the innocent caught in the crossfire of human conflict – for children who only know fear, the families grieving sudden losses, and those deprived of food, shelter, and medical care. Be their shield and their provider. Strengthen the hands of aid workers and medical teams risking their lives to help them. Bring comfort to those who weep and restore dignity to the broken-hearted.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Gracious Father, Jesus reminded us to give to the state what belongs to the state, and to God what belongs to God. We pray for our government and world leaders. Give them the integrity to seek justice, the compassion to protect the vulnerable and the wisdom to foster peace. Help each of us to navigate our daily duties as citizens while keeping our ultimate loyalty and devotion anchored in your love.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Loving God, we pray for people of our local parish who are experiencing homelessness. Look after those who are sleeping rough, staying in temporary shelters, or trapped in unstable housing. Guide us as a church to offer practical support, warmth and dignity to our neighbours in need. We lift up everyone in our community facing unemployment or job insecurity. We pray for those carrying the heavy stress of financial worry and the struggle to provide for their families. Open new doors of opportunity, grant them resilience and help us to support them through tough times.
Give wisdom to our local councils, charities and community groups as they work to tackle poverty, housing shortages and job creation in our area.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Compassionate Father, we pray for those in our parish family and wider circles who are sick in body, mind, or spirit and in a moment of quiet we name those on our hearts today. Surround them with your peace, ease their pain and grant wisdom to the doctors, nurses, and carers looking after them. Give strength to those who are exhausted by long-term illness, mental struggles, or the heavy burden of caring for a loved one.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
God of Mercy, we commend to your eternal keeping those who have died recently, and those whose anniversaries fall at this time. Welcome them into your presence, where there is no more pain or crying, but life everlasting. Comfort those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Wrap them in your love, support them in their sorrow, and strengthen their hope in the promise of the resurrection.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Father, as we stand at the beginning of this new week, we place the days ahead into your hands. Help us to see your hand at work in the ordinary moments. Make us attentive to the needs of those around us, that we might offer a word of encouragement, a helping hand or a listening ear. May our lives reflect your peace, love, and grace in everything we do.
Merciful Father, accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen
Please remember in your prayers this week -
the sick, and those who care for them, including Philip Smith, Charlie Robertson, David Holmes, Gillian Heal and Steve Bulmer
those who have lit candles and those for whom candles have been lit
those who have recently died including Brian Johnson, Georgina Raine and Mary Croot
those whose anniversary of death falls at this time, including Allin Goldsworthy, Trevor Dulson, Kathleen Campbell, Dorothy Coggill and William Casson
those who have lit candles and those for whom candles have been lit
those who have recently died including Brian Johnson, Georgina Raine and Mary Croot
those whose anniversary of death falls at this time, including Allin Goldsworthy, Trevor Dulson, Kathleen Campbell, Dorothy Coggill and William Casson
Post Communion Prayer
Almighty God, who on the day of Pentecost sent your Holy Spirit to the apostles with the wind from heaven and in tongues of flame, filling them with joy and boldness to preach the gospel: by the power of the same Spirit strengthen us to witness to your truth and to draw everyone to the fire of your love; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen
Amen
You can watch the reflection from the Diocese of York here - click link below
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From The Church of England
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