Services Today

9.00 am Holy Communion . reader— Yvonne Bowles

11.00 am Holy Communion. Collect Almighty God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the resurrection and the life: Raise us, who trust in him, from the death of sin to the life of righteousness, that we may seek those things which are above, where he reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Amen.

The Lesson–Acts 2: 42-47 p.1094 Psalm – 23 BCP p.616 The Epistle–1 Peter 2: 19-25 p.1218 The Gospel– John 10: 1-10 p.1076 Post Communion Prayer

Merciful Father, you gave your Son Jesus Christ to be the good shepherd, and in his love for us to lay down his life and rise again. Keep us always under his protection, and give us grace to follow in his steps; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Sunday 7th May 2017

The Fourth SUNDAY

Of EASTER

11.00am - Holy Communion

Opening Hymn Jesus, where’er thy people meet, 336 (* omit verse 5)

The Gathering of God’s People p.201 Opening Greeting

p.201 Collect for Purity

p.202 Penitence

p.203 Gloria

Collect of the day

Proclaiming and Receiving the Word

The Lesson, read by: Albert Nixon

Psalm Sung Hymn S147 The Lord’s my shepherd, I’ll not want.

The Epistle, read by: Sara Mc Niece

Gradual There is a green hill far away,

Hymn 244 without a city wall,

The Gospel, read by: Dorothy Wilson

Sermon

p.205 The Nicene Creed

The Prayers of the People

Hymn 655 Loving Shepherd of your sheep, keep your lamb, in safety keep;

Intercessions

p.207 Prayer of Humble Access

The Peace

Offertory My God, your table here is spread, Hymn 433

Celebrating at the Lord’s Table

p.208 The Communion

P. 209 Eucharistic Prayer 1

Going out as God’s People

p. 220 Post-Communion Prayers

p. 221 The Blessing

Final Hymn Faithful Shepherd, feed me 644 in the pastures green; Dismissal

READINGS for —SUNDAY 7th May 2017

The Lesson—Acts 2: 42-47 The First reading is from the book of Acts, chapter 2, beginning to read at verse 42. 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the

breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. 44 All the believers were together and had

everything in common. 45 They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who

had need. 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favour of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

This is the word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God

The Epistle Reading — 1 Peter 2: 19-25

The New Testament Reading is from the first book of Peter, Chapter 2, beginning to read at verse 19. 19 For it is commendable if someone bears up under the pain of unjust suffering

because they are conscious of God. 20 But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you

endure it, this is commendable before God. 21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 22 ‘He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.’ 23 When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who

judges justly. 24 ‘He himself bore our sins’ in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; ‘by his wounds you have been healed.’ 25 For ‘you were like sheep going astray,’ but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.

This is the word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God

Please wait for Acclamation –sung

The Gospel–John 10: 1-10

Hear the Gospel of our Saviour Christ, according to Saint John, chapter 10, beginning to read at verse 1. Glory to you ,Lord Jesus Christ.

‘Very truly I tell you Pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheepfold by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. 4 When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice. 5 But they will never follow a stranger; in fact, they will run away from him because they do not recognise a stranger’s voice.’ 6 Jesus used this figure of speech, but the Pharisees did not understand what he was telling them. 7 Therefore Jesus said again, ‘Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All

who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. 9 I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

This is the Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

Please wait for Acclamation –sung

Rossorry

Wednesday Club

The Club meets on Wednesday 10th May

for “ The Summer Outing”

New members very welcome

ROSSORRY PRAYER GROUP Meets in the Parish Office on Wednesdays (7.30pm) (2nd and 4th Wednesday each month) Meetings in May— Wed 10th & Wed 24th May We meet in Fellowship with a heart for prayer. We pray for personal,

Parish and wider issues. Prayer request sheets at back of the Church.

Could you help at Sunday School ?

From September, Sunday School needs a new teacher. Please contact Carol Livingstone on 07843730706 or speak to the Rector. Please return your Smartie boxes, as soon as possible ! CONFIRMATION

2017 Will be held on

Sun 28th May 2017 Open to all year nine pupils

and older. Class at 3pm today.

Next class—Sun 14th May at 3pm

Have you got Envelope

95. ?

Another small computer glitch—money is safe but not sure who is using this envelope.

Ring Gerry at Parish Office ,if it is you. Thanks.

12 May 2017 MU Area Service, St Macartan's

Cathedral, Enniskillen 8pm.

The next event for Rossorry Mothers' Union members will be their annual outing and meal

which this year takes place on 18th May at Tully Mill Restaurant, Florencecourt and a visit

to a local garden.

Spring Council Meeting is on Thursday 25th May in St Macartins Cathedral Hall @7.30pm

Bring & Buy sale starts @ 7pm before the meeting. Everyone welcome

SERVICES FOR MAY / JUNE 2017

Sunday 7th May (4th Sunday of Easter)

9.00am 11.00 am 7.00pm

Holy Communion Holy Communion Evening Prayer

Acts 2: 42-47 Psalm 23 1 Peter 2: 19-25 John 10: 1-10

Sunday 14th May (5th Sunday of Easter) Mothers’ Union Enrolment and presentation of Long Service Certificates.

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer

Acts 7: 55-60 Psalm 31: 1-5, 15-16 1 Peter 2: 2-10 John 14: 1-14

Sunday 21st May (6th Sunday of Easter) Presentation of 175 Charity Cheques

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Morning Prayer

Acts 17:22–31 Psalm 66:7–18 1 Peter 3:13–22 John 14:15–21

Sunday 28th May (7th Sunday of Easter) Confirmation

9.00am 11.00 am

Holy Communion Holy Communion with the Rite of Confirmation

Acts 1:6–14 Psalm 68:1–10, 32–35 1 Peter 4:12–14; 5:6–11 John 17: 1–11

Sunday 4th June (The Day of Pentecost) Whit Sunday

9.00am 11.00 am 7.00pm

Holy Communion Holy Communion Evening Prayer

Acts 2: 1-21 Psalm 104: 26-36, 37 1 Corinthians 12: 3-13 John 20: 19-23

Junior Church Wardens

Today Rebecca Irwin and Richard Armstrong

Next Sunday

Rebecca Irwin and Richard Armstrong

Thought for the week ………….

CRECHE

Available at 11am in the

Stables This Week: :Shirley Swan & Gloria Rodgers. Next Week : Sonya Coalter and Sara Mc Niece

ROSSORRY COMMUNITY PARENT & TODDLER

(10am—11.30am) Open Wednesdays 10am to 11.30am

in The Parish Hall

This week:- Avril Armstrong & Vivienne Kells. Next week:- Wilma Johnston & Patsy Long. CAN YOU HELP AS A VOLUNTEER ?For details—contact Avril on

02866 329589

MORE NEWS ITEMS

East Africa, emergency appeal

A collection was taken up in Rossorry during Holy Week / Easter and the

wonderful sum of £ 1,400 has so far been donated.

Your kindness and charity to those in dire

straits is very much appreciated.

ROSSORRY 175

ANNIVERSARY PRINTS Mounted 16” X 12” ……… £20 Unmounted 16” X 12”….. ...£10

Mounted—all gone !!

4 left of unmounted.

Last chance !! Contact Gerry in the Office

CONGRATULATIONS

To Ethel Oldcroft, BEM (Chairperson of

Rossorry Wednesday Club)

on the presentation of her award last week of

the BEM, from the New Years’ Honours List.

EASTER GENERAL VESTRY

Was held in the Parish Hall on Thursday 27th April 2017 to receive

reports and elect Vestry Members for this year—as well as Parochial

Nominators and Synod Members for the next 3 years.

Those elected were : Rector’s Churchwarden …………David Purdy. Peoples’ Churchwarden ………...Brian Donaldson. Rector’s Glebewarden……………..Robert Wilson. Peoples’ Church Warden………… Florrie Little. Select Vestry George Armstrong Nigel Irvine Pamela Brown Gary Johnston Kenneth Brownlee Ian Kells Carol Elliott Gerry O’ Callaghan George Elliott Lorraine Simpson Neville Gamble Dorothy Wilson Parochial Brian Donaldson Nominators………. George Elliott Ian Kells David Purdy Supp. Parochial Neville Gamble Nominators………… Florrie Little Lorraine Simpson Dorothy Wilson Diocesan Synod George Elliott Members………… Gerry O’ Callaghan David Purdy Supp. Diocesan Heather Ellis Synod Members…….. Neville Gamble Nigel Irvine

ROSSORRY PARISH

CHURCH

175th Anniversary 1841— 2016

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

September “Hooley in the Hall “ . September ’Our Favourite Hymns’

Date to be confirmed Parish Auction

April 3rd 2016 marked the 175th Anniversary of the opening of the ‘new’ Church of Rossorry at Mullinacaw.

A group, made up of Vestry Members and Parishioners, with the Rector are planning a year of “Celebration”. This page will be used to update the Parish on Events and Services to mark this momentous occasion.

If you would like to get involved, let the Rector or the Office know.

27,771

6,000

3,1003,740

2,919

35,086

277 110 879 600 340 2000

5,000

10,000

15,000

20,000

25,000

30,000

35,000

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ChurchAppeal

AppealGift Aid

DinnerDance

A.IrwinConcert

Coffeemorning

ChristmasTree

Festival

Prints SundaySchool

Collection

ChoralSoc.

Concert

Cake Sale Quiz ArtExhibition

ROSSORRY 175ROSSORRY 175 Renovation Fund

TOTAL:- £81,022

(inclusive of Charity Donations to be

made in May- £10,200)

PARISH CONTACT DETAILS

Rector:

Rev. Canon Ian Ellis, B.Sc.,P.G.C.E., B.Th., Ed.D.

Tel: 028 66320239 Email: rossorry@clogher.anglican.org

BAPTISMS:- Please contact the Rector well in advance so that arrangements can be made. THE SICK:- If you are aware of anyone who is ill, unwell or for any reason would like a visit - please contact the Rector or the Parish Office. HOSPITAL:- If you have a member of your family circle or a friend in hospital , please let the Rector or the Parish Office know if a visit or follow-up is required. VISITING:- Two Diocesan Pastoral Assistants , Mrs Sue Hogg and Mrs Joan Nelson are assisting with the Pastoral Visits . Rev. Canon D. Kingston is also kindly assisting our Pastoral Care Team.

PARISH OFFICE

Parish Administrator: Gerry O’ Callaghan

20 Drummee Road, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, BT74 5JX

Tel: 028 66329889 Email: rossorryoffice@btinternet.com Open: Mon - Friday - 9.00am - 12noon

PARISH CONTACTS Retired resident clergy: Rev. Canon Desmond Kingston

Organist: Catherine Irwin

6634 1550

Assistant Organist Emily Donaldson 6634 1640

Praise Band Catherine Irwin 6634 1550

Sexton: Leslie Thompson 6632 5190 or 07791174 757

Churchwardens: David Purdy Brian Donaldson

Hon Treasurer George Elliott

Hon Secretary Dorothy Wilson 66346805

CD’s for the Yvonne Elliott Housebound 6634 2514

Booking of Halls: Ring Parish Office

6632 9889

Sunday School Carol Livingstone 6632 3041

Envelope Secretary: Ernie Long 6632 4456

Crèche: Diane Armstrong ( Each Sunday 10.45am-12noon) 6632 8286

Wednesday Club: Ethel Oldcroft (Wednesday 10.30am - 12noon) 6632 6339

Beavers Ruth Beaumont

(Tues. 6.30-7.30pm) 07761 471 227

Cubs Keith Rutledge (Wed 6:45 - 7:45pm) 07812214176

Scouts: Roger Clarke (Tues 7:30-9:00pm) 07714 232 645

Explorer Scouts Garry Clarke Each 2nd Tuesday 07808 585 657

Rainbows Joy Coalter (Mon. 6.15-7.30pm) 07879 999 536

Brownies Claire Fleming (Mon. 6.15-7.30pm) 6632 2870

Guides: Avril Armstrong (Wed 8-9.15pm) 6632 9589

Mothers Union Lorraine Simpson 6632 9469

(3rd Thurs. in the month)

Bowling Club William Stevenson (Mon. evening) 07719662473

Parent & Toddler Group Avril Armstrong (Wed. 10-11.30am) 6632 9589

Arts & Crafts Classes Yvonne Elliott (Wed. pm. or as announced) 6634 2514

Prayer Group Neville Gamble (2nd & 4th Wed. 7.30pm) 07771 701280

Check us out at

Website: www.rossorryparish.com

Rossorry Parish Church

ROSSORRY PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

As a family, Rossorry Parish seeks to

• ENRICH and deepen our faith in Jesus Christ;

• ENLIVEN our fellowship and care for each other;

• ENGAGE with everyone, of every age and background, in ways that are meaningful and relevant.