PARISH NOTES
Sunday 28 May 2017
Sunday 28 May 2017
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| Ascension of Christ Benvenuto Tisi da Garofalo, 1510-1520 Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome |
FROM THE RECTOR
On the Sunday after Ascension we celebrate and reflect on the great mystery that the One who came down from heaven to share our human nature and to participate in every stage of human life -- from conception and birth to suffering and death -- has now ascended into heaven to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. In him, human nature itself has been healed, restored, forgiven, resurrected, and glorified. Where he has gone before us, we in turn hope to follow; because he has shared in our life in this world we have the promise of sharing in his life in the next. -- Fr. John D. Alexander
Easter 7, Year A
Acts 1:6-14
1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11
John 17:1-11
The faithful departed: Year’s Mind: Nancy Figliolini (28 May 2006), Agnes Maud Cliff (28 May 1986), Shirley Cook (29 May 2014), Grace Gerry Harris (31 May 1987), William Russell Halliwell (31 May 1995), Agnes Zendzian Laird (2 June 1991), Rosamond Hine (3 June 1998), and Janis Gay (3 June 1984). Recently Departed: The Rev. Peter D’Alesandre, the Rev. Edwin S. S. Sunderland.
Anglican and Diocesan Cycles of Prayer – In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, please pray for the work of the Anglican Centre in Rome; and for the Church in Nike - (Enugu, Nigeria): The Rt. Rev’d Evans Jonathan Ibeagha; and in the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, please pray for those in the Armed Forces who have died in service to our country.
Acolytes – MC S Brazil SD D Malo; Thurifer J Starks; Crucifer J Ihnen; Torches R Callanan, K Rejto
Lector – RG Noble
Ushers – G Ryan, J Steiny
Coffee Hour – No Coffee Hour due to Brown Commencement
PARISH PROGRAMS, EVENTS & MEETINGS
Saturday 3 June
THIS SUNDAY’S READINGS
Easter 7, Year A
Acts 1:6-14
1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11
John 17:1-11
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Brown Commencement Sunday – This morning we offer Morning Prayer at 7:30 am, followed by Mass at 8 am and 10 am. Please note there will be no Coffee Hour following the 10 am Mass due to a Brown departmental ceremony being held in the Great Hall.
Memorial Day (May 29th) – As on all public holidays falling on Mondays, Low Mass tomorrow will be offered at 9:30 am, preceded by Morning Prayer at 9 am.
Confirmations at St. John’s, Newport – We are pleased to announce that Bishop Knisely will preside and preach at our two parishes’ joint celebration of the Feast of the Visitation (6:30 p.m. this Wednesday 31 May) and will be administering the Sacrament of Confirmation. We will be presenting Brown senior Jacob Ihnen, who has recently been serving in the Altar Party, to be confirmed. Please plan on joining us for this exciting event.
Memorial Day (May 29th) – As on all public holidays falling on Mondays, Low Mass tomorrow will be offered at 9:30 am, preceded by Morning Prayer at 9 am.
Confirmations at St. John’s, Newport – We are pleased to announce that Bishop Knisely will preside and preach at our two parishes’ joint celebration of the Feast of the Visitation (6:30 p.m. this Wednesday 31 May) and will be administering the Sacrament of Confirmation. We will be presenting Brown senior Jacob Ihnen, who has recently been serving in the Altar Party, to be confirmed. Please plan on joining us for this exciting event.
Visitation – Please note that this Wednesday, in lieu of Evening Prayer and Low Mass in the Lady Chapel, the Feast of the Visitation will be celebrated at St. John’s Newport.
Society of Mary – will meet this Saturday 3 June for 9 am Morning Prayer, 9:30 Mass, then recitation of the Rosary. Everyone is invited.
Society of St. Margaret Open House – The Sisters of St. Margaret invite the parish of S. Stephens for an Open House at their campus in Duxbury. All are welcome to come next Sunday, June 4 from 3-5 pm to tour the Convent, Chapel and Farmhouse as well as the grounds and beach. Tea will be served in the Refectory and Evening Prayer will be sung at 5 pm in St. Margaret’s Chapel. We hope to see many of you on June 4th. Address: 50 Harden Hill Road, Duxbury, MA 02332, 781-934-9477 ext. 701. For directions, please contact the parish office.
Sunday School Recognition – On Sunday 25 June at the 10 am Solemn Mass, we will recognize the students and teachers who participated in the Sunday School program this year. Please make every effort to attend.
Annual Parish Barbecue – is scheduled for Sunday 25 June in the Great Hall, immediately following the 10 am Solemn Mass. We need volunteers to coordinate, help set up, to bring food and beverages, to work the grill, and to clean up. We also need a dedicated individual to volunteer to provide overall leadership and coordination for this fun event. If you can step forward for this responsibility, please let Fr. Alexander or Cory MacLean know as soon as possible.
Society of Mary – will meet this Saturday 3 June for 9 am Morning Prayer, 9:30 Mass, then recitation of the Rosary. Everyone is invited.
Society of St. Margaret Open House – The Sisters of St. Margaret invite the parish of S. Stephens for an Open House at their campus in Duxbury. All are welcome to come next Sunday, June 4 from 3-5 pm to tour the Convent, Chapel and Farmhouse as well as the grounds and beach. Tea will be served in the Refectory and Evening Prayer will be sung at 5 pm in St. Margaret’s Chapel. We hope to see many of you on June 4th. Address: 50 Harden Hill Road, Duxbury, MA 02332, 781-934-9477 ext. 701. For directions, please contact the parish office.
Sunday School Recognition – On Sunday 25 June at the 10 am Solemn Mass, we will recognize the students and teachers who participated in the Sunday School program this year. Please make every effort to attend.
Annual Parish Barbecue – is scheduled for Sunday 25 June in the Great Hall, immediately following the 10 am Solemn Mass. We need volunteers to coordinate, help set up, to bring food and beverages, to work the grill, and to clean up. We also need a dedicated individual to volunteer to provide overall leadership and coordination for this fun event. If you can step forward for this responsibility, please let Fr. Alexander or Cory MacLean know as soon as possible.
FOR YOUR PRAYERS
Prayers have been requested for: Townsend, Norman, John, Shannah, Sister Carolyn, Mark, Hannah, Kaitlyn, Mary, Gus, Leonard, Harrington, Joan, Katherine, Sally, John, Ed, Virginia, Kirsten, Beverly, Deborah, Yolanda, Angela, Bobby, George, Carlos, Rhoda, William, and James.
The faithful departed: Year’s Mind: Nancy Figliolini (28 May 2006), Agnes Maud Cliff (28 May 1986), Shirley Cook (29 May 2014), Grace Gerry Harris (31 May 1987), William Russell Halliwell (31 May 1995), Agnes Zendzian Laird (2 June 1991), Rosamond Hine (3 June 1998), and Janis Gay (3 June 1984). Recently Departed: The Rev. Peter D’Alesandre, the Rev. Edwin S. S. Sunderland.
Anglican and Diocesan Cycles of Prayer – In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, please pray for the work of the Anglican Centre in Rome; and for the Church in Nike - (Enugu, Nigeria): The Rt. Rev’d Evans Jonathan Ibeagha; and in the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, please pray for those in the Armed Forces who have died in service to our country.
THE SUNDAY ROTA
Acolytes – MC S Brazil SD D Malo; Thurifer J Starks; Crucifer J Ihnen; Torches R Callanan, K Rejto
Lector – RG Noble
Ushers – G Ryan, J Steiny
Coffee Hour – No Coffee Hour due to Brown Commencement
THIS WEEK AT S. STEPHEN’S
PARISH PROGRAMS, EVENTS & MEETINGS
Saturday 3 June
Society of Mary (following Mass & Recitation of the Rosary)
EXTRA-PAROCHIAL EVENTS HOSTED AT S. STEPHEN’S
Sunday 28 May
Brown University Departmental Ceremonies 2:30 pm
Saturday 3 June
Epiphany Soup Kitchen 2:30 pm
LITURGICAL CALENDAR & SERVICE SCHEDULE
28 May
THE SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER (W)
Morning Prayer 7:30 am
Low Mass 8 am
Sung Mass 10 am
Daily Office Lectionary: Easter VII, Year One
Daily Mass Lectionary: Easter VII
EXTRA-PAROCHIAL EVENTS HOSTED AT S. STEPHEN’S
Sunday 28 May
Brown University Departmental Ceremonies 2:30 pm
Saturday 3 June
Epiphany Soup Kitchen 2:30 pm
LITURGICAL CALENDAR & SERVICE SCHEDULE
28 May
THE SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER (W)
Morning Prayer 7:30 am
Low Mass 8 am
Sung Mass 10 am
Daily Office Lectionary: Easter VII, Year One
Daily Mass Lectionary: Easter VII
29 May
Monday in Easter VII (W)
Morning Prayer 9 am
Low Mass 9:30 am
30 May
Tuesday in Easter VII (W)
Joan of Arc, Visionary, 1431
Angelus 12 noon
Low Mass 12:10 pm
Monday in Easter VII (W)
Morning Prayer 9 am
Low Mass 9:30 am
30 May
Tuesday in Easter VII (W)
Joan of Arc, Visionary, 1431
Angelus 12 noon
Low Mass 12:10 pm
31 May
THE VISITATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TO ELIZABETH (W)
[Solemn Pontifical Mass at St. John’s, Newport, at 6:30 pm]
1 June
Thursday in Easter VII
Justin, Martyr at Rome, c. 167 (R)
Angelus 12 noon
Low Mass 12:10 pm
2 June
Friday in Easter VII (W)
Blandina and her Companions, the Martyrs of Lyons, 177
[Solemn Pontifical Mass at St. John’s, Newport, at 6:30 pm]
1 June
Thursday in Easter VII
Justin, Martyr at Rome, c. 167 (R)
Angelus 12 noon
Low Mass 12:10 pm
2 June
Friday in Easter VII (W)
Blandina and her Companions, the Martyrs of Lyons, 177
Angelus 12 noon
Low Mass 12:10 pm
3 June
Saturday in Easter VII
The Martyrs of Uganda, 1885-1887 (R)
Morning Prayer 9 am
Low Mass 9:30 am
Holy Rosary 10 am
4 June
WHITSUNDAY: THE DAY OF PENTECOST (R)
Morning Prayer 7:30 am
Low Mass 8 am
Solemn Mass 10 am
NEXT SUNDAY'S READINGS (4 June)
Whitsunday: The Day of Pentecost, Year A
Acts 2:1-21
Psalm 104:25-35, 37
1 Corinthians 12:3b-13
John 20:19-23 or John 7:37-39
Low Mass 12:10 pm
3 June
Saturday in Easter VII
The Martyrs of Uganda, 1885-1887 (R)
Morning Prayer 9 am
Low Mass 9:30 am
Holy Rosary 10 am
4 June
WHITSUNDAY: THE DAY OF PENTECOST (R)
Morning Prayer 7:30 am
Low Mass 8 am
Solemn Mass 10 am
NEXT SUNDAY'S READINGS (4 June)
Whitsunday: The Day of Pentecost, Year A
Acts 2:1-21
Psalm 104:25-35, 37
1 Corinthians 12:3b-13
John 20:19-23 or John 7:37-39
