APRIL 7, 2024

SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER

Holy Communion | 7:30 A.M.
 ORDER OF SERVICE

You are invited to join in speaking the bold texts and singing the music provided.

SCRIPTURE Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! Rev. Canon Ben Roberts
SENTENCES
STAND According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again
to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from
the dead.
1 Peter 1:3

ANNOUNCEMENTS
SIT

COLLECT AND Book of Common Prayer, page 67

LAW
KNEEL

COLLECT OF THE Book of Common Prayer, page 190

DAY

BIBLE READING Isaiah 26:1–9, 19, page 586 Cindy Aalders

SIT
This is the Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

PSALM 111 Book of Common Prayer, page 477

BIBLE READING 1 Corinthians 11:17–34, page 958

This is the Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

NICENE CREED Book of Common Prayer, page 71

STAND

SERMON Ryan Spear

SIT

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OFFERTORY Symphonia sirenum selectarum, 1695 VULPIUS
HYMN translated by Francis Pott, 1861 Melchior Vulpius, 1609
STAND
                   
    
1. The strife is o'er, the bat tle done; now is the vic tor's tri umph won;
          
               
          

                     
                 
    
O let the song of praise be sung, Al le lu ia, al le lu ia, al le lu ia!
  
       
                  
     

2. Death’s mightiest powers have done their worst,

and Jesus hath his foes dispersed;
let shouts of praise and joy outburst, Alleluia!

3. He closed the ancient gates of hell,

the bars from heaven’s high portals fell;
let songs of praise his triumph tell, Alleluia!

4. On the third morn he rose again,

glorious in majesty to reign;
O let us swell the joyful strain, Alleluia!

5. Lord, by the stripes which wounded thee,

from death’s dread sting thy servants free,
that we may live, and sing to thee, Alleluia!

INTERCESSION Book of Common Prayer, page 75

KNEEL

COMMUNION

POSTCOMMUNION Book of Common Prayer, page 85

PRAYERS

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GLORIA Book of Common Prayer, page 86
STAND

BLESSING

CLOSING HYMN Philippians 4:4 DARWALL'S 148TH

Charles Wesley, 1744 John Darwall, 1770

      
    
   
1. Re joice, the Lord is King; your Lord and King a dore;

            
  

       
          
 
re joice, give thanks and sing and tri umph ev er more:

              
    
 

 
                  

lift up your heart, lift up your voice: Re joice; a gain I say, Re joice.
                  
    

2. Jesus the Saviour reigns,

4. He sits at God’s right hand
the God of truth and love;
till all his foes submit,
when he had purged our stains,
and bow to his command,
he took his seat above:
and fall beneath his feet:
lift up your heart, lift up your voice:
lift up your heart, lift up your voice:
Rejoice; again I say, Rejoice.
Rejoice; again I say, Rejoice.
3. His kingdom cannot fail;
5. Rejoice in glorious hope;
he rules o’er earth and heaven;
Jesus, the Judge, shall come
the keys of death and hell
and take his servants up
are to our Jesus given:
to their eternal home:
lift up your heart, lift up your voice:
we soon shall hear the archangel’s voice;
Rejoice; again I say, Rejoice.
the trump of God shall sound, Rejoice.

SCRIPTURE Now let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,
SENTENCES
looking to Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.
Hebrews 12:2
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SERMON NOTES

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LIFE AT ST. JOHN’S
LEARN MORE AT STJOHNSVANCOUVER.ORG/EVENTS

At St. John’s we offer a wide range of opportunities for worship and discipleship for
people of all ages. Use this QR code to visit our website for more information and to
register for the following events.

A VERY ENGLISH HIGH TEA FUNDRAISER

SUNDAY, APRIL 7 | 12:00 P.M.
Join us in the Fellowship Hall to support our Youth’s Mission
Trip to Nepal. Learn more about the trip and enjoy a full High
Tea hosted by our youth!
This is for adults aged 18+ only. Childcare for kids aged 4 to
12 will be provided.
Adults $20, Childminding with Kids High Tea $8.

INTRODUCING ST. JOHN’S

SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 14, 21 | 11:45 A.M.
Introducing St. John’s is a chance to learn more about us!
Meet some of our staff, connect with our pastors, and build
relationships with new members and visitors. You will hear
a bit about our beliefs and history and get an opportunity to
ask any questions.
Sessions will start immediately after the 10 a.m. Morning
Service in room 106.

CATECHISM: LIVING THEOLOGY

SUNDAY, APRIL 7 | 11:45 A.M.
This Spring, we’ll spend nine weeks learning from Jesus
through the prayer he gave his disciples. Please join us as
the catechism and the Scriptures guide us into a deeper
understanding and practice of prayer at 11:45 a.m. in the
cafe room. Registration is required.

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INTRODUCING JESUS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 | 7:00 P.M.
Curious about who Christianity is all about?
We’d love you to join us for three evening Introducing Jesus
sessions. We’ll read about and discuss who Jesus is, what
he did, and why it matters for us today. Open to anyone,
no matter their religious background. Come with your
questions! The location will be emailed to participants upon
registration.

REFUGEE WELCOME NIGHT

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 | 5:30 P.M.
Did you know St John’s has helped welcome 51 refugees
to Canada since 2016? Please join us as we celebrate God’s
faithfulness to us and our refugee friends. This is a potluck
meal to share food from our cultures and to hear stories of
new beginnings. Please register online by April 14th.

BIBLE CAMP 2024

JULY 2-5 | 9:00 A.M.- 12:00P.M.
Camper and Volunteer registration is now open! Kids
entering grades K-6 are invited to travel with us to the land
of Narnia. Registration costs $60.00 per child, and financial
aid is available.
Bible Camp relies on the support of our whole congregation.
Whatever your gifting or capacity, there are many ways to
help. If you want to serve, please sign up online.

GIVING
On Sundays, there are two ways to give: you can place
your donation in the offering plate or give online at
stjohnsvancouver.org/give.

Contact krista@sjvan.org
or scan the QR code to learn more.

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