2008 Cycle of Prayer
Diocese of Saskatchewan
Please pray daily for
Anthony, our Bishop, and Charles, his Suffragan
Please pray weekly for:
The Malabar Independent Syrian Church & Cyril Mar Baselios, its Bishop
The Most Rev. Blaise Morand, Roman Catholic Bishop of Prince Albert
Please pray monthly for:
Rowan, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Frederick , the Primate of Canada,
and John, the Metropolitan of Rupert’s Land
1 January
Octave Day of Christmas
BCP p. 115
Genesis 17:3-10
Isaiah 9:2-7
Luke 2:15-21
White
6 January
Epiphany
BCP p. 117
Isaiah 60:1-9
Ephesians 3:1-12
Matthew 2:1-12
White
The Church in the World: Adelaide - (South Australia, Australia) The Most Revd Jeffrey William Driver Assistant Bishop of Adelaide - (South Australia, Australia) The Rt Revd Dr. Stephen Pickard
The Church in our Diocese: The Parish of Nipawin: St. John’s Nipawin and All Saints’, White Fox; the Rev’d Richard Hetke, Rector
Special Requests: Peace, order and good government throughout the world; for political leaders & elected officials, chiefs, councillors, mayors, civil servants and diplomats; for those who suffer political oppression, injustice, racism or other forms of discrimination
13 January
Epiphany I
BCP p. 123 and Collect on p. 117
Ecclesiastes 12:1-7
Romans 12:1-5
Luke 2:41-52
White
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Australia The Most Revd Phillip John Aspinall Archbishop of Brisbane & Primate of Australia
The Church in our Diocese: The Diocesan Canon Missioner: the Rev’d Canon George Sumner
The Diocesan Canon Theologian: the Rev’d Canon Robert Crouse
Special Requests: Students, teachers, support staff at our day care centres, schools and institutions of higher learning; for those involved in academic research; for false teachers; for those who are frustrated or confused in their search for truth
20 January
Septuagesima
BCP p. 132
Jeremiah 9:23-24
1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Matthew 20:1-16
Green
The Church in the World: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: The World Council of Churches and all institutions and organizations promoting Christian unity and the healing of all schisms within the One, Holy Catholic, and Apostolic Church
The Patriarchs of the East and the West: Bartholomew, Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople; Benedict XVI, Bishop of Rome
The Malabar Independent Syrian Church: Cyril Mar Baselios, Bishop and Metropolitan; Joseph Mar Koorilose, Valiya Metropolitan
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada: the Rt Rev’d Cynthia Halmarson, Bishop of the Saskatchewan Synod
Separated brethren, churches, dioceses and ecclesial societies of Anglican heritage
All other Christian Churches and ecclesial societies
The Church in our Diocese: The Diocesan Ecumenical Officer, the Rev’d Rob Stringer
Special Requests: The unemployed and those who assist them in finding fulfilling work
27 January
Sexagesima
BCP p. 134
Amos 8:11-12
2 Corinthians 11:21-31
Luke 8:4-15
Green
The Church in the World: The Church of Bangladesh The Rt Revd Michael S Baroi Moderator, Church of Bangladesh & Bishop of Dhaka
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Sturgeon Lake: St. Paul’s, Sturgeon Lake: the Rev’d Ruth Ross, Priest-in-Charge; the Ven. Percy Ross, Honorary Assistant
Special Requests: For those suffering persecution for their faith
3 February
Quinquagesima
BCP p. 136
Isaiah 35:3-7
1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Luke 18:31-43
Green
The Church in the World: Igreja Episcopal Anglicana do Brasil The Most Revd Maurício José Araújo de Andrade Primate of Brazil & Bishop of Brasilia
The Church in our Diocese: The Altar Guilds in the Diocese
Special Requests: For the physically blind; the work of the CNIB and all who minister to and work with the visually impaired
6 February
Ash Wednesday
BCP p. 138
Joel 2:12-19
James 4:6-11a
Matthew 6:16-21
Purple
10 February
Lent I
BCP p. 140 and Collect on p. 138
If the Litany (p. 30) is used at the Holy Communion, the service would begin with the Litany. After the Collects the service would continue with the readings for the day. If the Litany is used with Morning Prayer, it would follow the Apostles’ Creed.
Genesis 3:1-7
2 Corinthians 6:1-10
Matthew 4:1-11
Purple
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Burundi The Most Revd Bernard Ntahoturi Archbishop of the Province of Burundi & Bishop of Matana
The Church in our Diocese: The Diocesan Lay Readers: The Rev’d Mr. Wilfred Sanderson, President; the Rev’d Dr. David Smith, Warden
Special Requests: For those who struggle with temptation; for those addicted to alcohol, drugs or gambling or suffer any form of addiction; for the work of Alcoholics Anonymous and all addiction recovery programmes and workers
17 February
Lent II
BCP p. 143 and Collect on p. 138
Isaiah 45:20-25
1 Thessalonians 4:1-7
Matthew 15:21-28
Purple
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Canada The Most Revd Frederick J Hiltz Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada
The Church in our Diocese: The Executive, Finance, and Programme Coordinating Committees of the Diocese; the Canons & Constitution Committee; the Ecclesiastical Matrimonial Commission
Special Requests: The Anglican Fellowship of Prayer; the Rev’d Tracey Lloyd-Smith, President
24 February
Lent III
BCP p. 144 and Collect on p. 138
Jeremiah 26:1-15
Ephesians 5:1-14
Luke 11:14-26
Purple
The Church in the World: The Church of the Province of Central Africa The Most Revd Bernard Amos Malango Archbishop of Central Africa & Bishop of Upper Shire
The Church in our Diocese: The ministries of Churchwardens, Parish Councils and Vestries; Parish Secretaries
Special Requests: The Parish of St. David, Prince Albert: St. David’s, Prince Albert; St. John’s Royal; the Rev’d Norbert Haukenfrers, Interim Priest-in-Charge.
2 March
Lent IV
BCP p. 146 and Collect on p. 138
Exodus 16:2-7a
Galatians 4:26-5:1
John 6:5-14
Purple
The Church in the World : Iglesia Anglicana de la Region Central de America The Most Revd Martin de Jesus Barahona Primate of IARCA & Bishop of El Salvador
The Church in our Diocese: St. Alban’s Cathedral: the Very Rev’d Michael Hawkins, Rector and Dean of Saskatchewan; the Rev’d Norbert Haukenfrers, Assistant Curate; the Rev’d Ken Lyons, Assistant Priest
Special Requests: For the hungry and impoverished; for the work of the Primate’s Relief and Development Fund; for food banks, thrift shops and all who minister to the poor
9 March
Passion Sunday
BCP p. 148 and Collect on p. 138
Numbers 21:4-9
Hebrews 9:11-15a
Matthew 20:20-28
Purple
The Church in the World: Province de L'Eglise Anglicane Du Congo The Most Revd Dr. Dirokpa Balufuga Fidèle Archbishop of Congo & Bishop of Kinshasa & Bukavu
The Church in our Diocese: For peacemakers throughout the world; for diplomats, mediators, arbitrators and those who work with conflict management; for those who work for peace within our own communities and parishes
Special Requests: For the work of the South American Missionary Society and the Rt. Rev’d Anthony Burton, its Episcopal Visitor
16 March
Palm Sunday
BCP p. 150
The Exhortation on p. 90 of the BCP should be read by the priest before the final blessing, if at a celebration of the Holy Communion, or before the sermon, if at a service of Morning Prayer.
Zechariah 9:9-12
Philippians 2:5-11
Matthew 27:1-54
Red or Purple
The Church in the World: Bishop of Bishop of Jerusalem - (Middle East) The Rt Revd Suheil Dawani
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Montreal Lake: St. Joseph’s, Montreal Lake; the Ven. Adam Halkett, Priest-in-Charge and Archdeacon of Saskatchewan
Special Requests: The Penitent, the Unconverted, the Lapsed, the Excommunicated
20 March
Maundy Thursday
In the morning: BCP p. 169
Exodus 12:1-4
1 Corinthians 11:23-29
Luke 23:1-49
Red or Purple
In the evening: BCP p. 169 Epistle, but use the Gospel reading on p. 621
Exodus 12:1-4
1 Corinthians 11:23-29
John 6:27-35
White
The Church in our Diocese: The Priests of our Diocese
Special Requests: For ministries of healing
21 March
Good Friday
BCP p. 173
Isaiah 52:13-53:13
Hebrews 10:1-25
John 18:33-19:37
Black
23 March
Easter Day
BCP p. 182
Daniel 3:8-25
Colossians 3:1-11
John 20:1-10
(At a second service: Epistle and Gospel on p. 184)
Daniel 3:8-25
2 Timothy 2:8-14a
Mark 16:1-7
White
Rejoice, O Mother Church! Exult in glory! The risen Saviour shines upon you! Let this place resound with joy, echoing the mighty song of all God’s people! Alleluia!
30 March
Easter I
BCP p. 190
Ezekiel 37:1-10
1 John 5:4-12
John 20:19-23
White
The Church in the World: The Church of England The Most Revd Rowan Douglas Williams Archbishop of Canterbury
The Church in our Diocese: The Bishop’s Office Staff & Volunteers: Mrs. Mary Brown, Bishop’s Secretary; Ms. Marie Callbeck, Diocesan Accountant;
Special Requests: Our missionaries at home and abroad; for the ministry of reconciliation
6 April
Easter II
BCP p. 191
Ezekiel 34:11-23
1 Peter 2:19-25
John 10:11-16
White
The Church in the World: Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Hong Kong Island - (Hong Kong) The Most Revd Paul Kwong
The Church in our Diocese: The Parish of Turtle River: Good Shepherd, Turtleford; St. John’s, Livelong; St. Faith’s, Bissell Memorial, Glaslyn, Spruce Lake; St. Mary’s, Meota; The United–Anglican Church, Mervin; Trinity United-Anglican Church, Edam; The Rev’d Canon Donald Skinner
Special Requests: For ranchers, shepherds, dairy and pig farmers and all who keep livestock
13 April
Easter III
BCP p. 193
Isaiah 40:25-31
1 Peter 2:11-17
John 16:16-22
White
The Church in the World: The Church of the Province of the Indian Ocean The Most Revd Gerald James (Ian) Ernest Archbishop, Province of the Indian Ocean & Bishop of Mauritius
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Cumberland House: Good Shepherd, Cumberland House; the Rev’d Park Buck, Priest-in-Charge
The Diocesan Anglican Church Women (ACW): Mrs. Carol Pryznyk, President
Special Requests: For those who work in the communications industries, in television, film & radio
20 April
Easter IV
BCP p. 194
Job 19:21-27b
James 1:17-21
John 16:5-15
White
The Church in the World: The Church of Ireland The Most Revd Alan Edwin Thomas Harper Primate of All Ireland & Archbishop of Armagh
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of St. George, Prince Albert; the Rev’d Dr. David Smith, Priest-in-Charge; the Rev’d Tracey Lloyd-Smith, Honorary Assistant
Special Requests: For our homes and families; for the ministry of parents, grandparents & foster parents; for those who work to promote family life; for those without the love of family or the security of a home
27 April
Rogation Sunday
BCP p.196
If the Litany (p. 30) is used at the Holy Communion, the service would begin with the Litany. After the Collects the service would continue with the readings for the day. If the Litany is used with Morning Prayer, it would follow the Apostles’ Creed.
Joel 2:21-27
James 1:22-27
John 16:23-33
White
The Church in the World: The Nippon Sei Ko Kai The Most Revd Nathaniel Makoto Uematsu Primate of The Nippon Sei Ko Kai & Bishop of Hokkaido
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Ahtahkakoop: St. Mark’s, Ahtahkakoop
Special Requests: Farmers, agricultural service workers; for clement weather and a good harvest this year
1 May
Ascension Day
BCP p. 201
II Kings 2:9-15
Acts 1:1-11
Mark 16:14-20
White
4 May
Sunday after Ascension
BCP p. 203
Isaiah 32:14-20
1 Peter 4:7-11
John 15:26-16:4a
The Exhortation on p. 90 of the BCP should be read by the priest before the final blessings, if at a celebration of the Holy Communion, or before the sermon, if at a service of Morning Prayer.
White
The Church in the World: The Anglican Communion and its unity.
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Arborfield/Hudson Bay: Church of the Ascension, Arborfield; St. Patrick’s, Hudson Bay: The Rev. Steven Page and the Rev. Julie Golding Page, Deacons in Charge.
The Mission of Grandmother’s Bay: St. Philip’s; St. Peter’s
Special Requests: For the ministry of healing; for health care workers, doctors and nurses; for the physically handicapped, the mentally and spiritually ill.
11 May
Pentecost (Whitsunday)
BCP p. 204
Ten Commandments
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-11
John 14:15-27
Red
The Church in the World: The Episcopal Church in Jerusalem & The Middle East The Most Revd Dr Mouneer Hanna Anis President Bishop, Jerusalem & the Middle East & Bishop in Egypt with North Africa and the Horn of Africa Egypt - (Middle East) The Rt Revd Andrew Proud
The Church in our Diocese: The Diocese of Saskatchewan: the Rt. Rev’d Anthony Burton; the Rt. Rev’d Charles Arthurson, Suffragan Bishop
Our rural parishes
Special Requests: For renewal in the Church; for evangelists serving throughout the world, in our Diocese and in our parishes
Mothers’ Associations, pre- and post-natal clinics, women in childbirth, single parent families, and parents who neglect their children
18 May
Trinity Sunday
BCP p. 214
Isaiah 6:1-8
Revelation 4:1-11
John 3:1-15
White
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Kenya The Most Revd Benjamin M P Nzimbi Archbishop of Kenya & Bishop of All Saints Cathedral Diocese
The Church in our Diocese: The Stanley Mission: Holy Trinity, Stanley Mission; Brabant Lake; the Rev’d Wilson Halkett, Priest-in-Charge
The Mission of Holy Trinity, Prince Albert
Special Requests: For committees and individuals responsible for the expression and oversight of Christian teaching and doctrine
25 May
Trinity I
BCP p. 217
II Samuel 9:6-13
I John 4:7-21
Luke 16:19-31
Green
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Korea The Most Revd Francis Kyung Jo Park Presiding Bishop of the Anglican Church of Korea & Bishop of Seoul
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Meadow Lake/Loon Lake: Holy Trinity, Meadow Lake; St. George’s, Loon Lake; the Ministikwan Reserve; St. Philip’s, Medstead; the Rev’d Robert Stringer, Priest-in-Charge
Special Requests: For the destitute; for street people and those who minister to them; for the lonely and isolated; those who feel unlovable
1 June
Trinity II
BCP p. 219
Proverbs 9:1-10
I John 3:13-24
Luke 14:15-24
Green
The Church in the World: The Church of the Province of Melanesia The Most Revd Sir Ellison Leslie Pogo Archbishop of Melanesia & Bishop of Central Melanesia
The Church in our Diocese: The Rev’d Canon Dewey McClintock, Diocesan Chaplain to the Prince Albert Federal Penitentiary
Special Requests: Federal and provincial prisons; youth detention centres; healing lodges; the police and parole officers, prisoner and victim support services
For restaurant workers and those in the food and hospitality industry
8 June
Trinity III
BCP p. 221
II Chronicles 33:9-13
I Peter 5:5-11
Luke 15:1-10
Green
The Church in the World: La Iglesia Anglicana de Mexico The Most Revd Carlos Touche-Porter Presiding Bishop of La Iglesia Anglicana de Mexico & Bishop of Mexico
The Council of the North: The Anglican Parishes of the Central Interior, the Rt Rev’d Gordon Light
The Church in our Diocese: The ministry of Gospel Jamborees in our Diocese
Special Requests: For those addicted to pornography; for prostitutes, and all individuals and organizations that care for them and work towards the eradication of the sex-trade
15 June
Trinity IV
BCP p. 223
Numbers 6:22-27
Romans 8:18-23
Luke 6:36-42
Green
The Church in the World: The Church of the Province of Myanmar The Most Revd Samuel San Si Htay Archbishop of Myanmar and Bishop of Yangon
The Council of the North: The Diocese of the Artic, the Rt Rev’d Andrew Atagotaaluk
The Church in our Diocese: Camp Okema : The Okema Society for Christian Development, Mr. Steven Mitchell, Chairman
The Diocesan Vacation Bible Schools
Special Requests: Social workers and counselling agencies
22 June
Trinity V
BCP p. 224
I Kings 19:19-21
I Peter 3:8-15a
Luke 5:1-11
Green
The Church in the World: The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) The Most Revd Peter Jasper Akinola Archbishop, Metropolitan and Primate of All Nigeria and Bishop of Abuja
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Athabasca, the Most Rev’d John Clarke
The Church in our Diocese: The Regional Deans: the Rev’d Mary Ann Boote (Turtleford); the Very Rev’d Michael Hawkins (Prince Albert); the Rev’d Richard Hetke (Melfort)
Special Requests: For those who work in the fishing industry; for mine, oil and gas workers
29 June
St. Peter & St. Paul
BCP p. 283, second collect p. 226
Ezekiel 3:4-11
I Peter 1:109
Matthew 16:13-19
Red
The Church in the World: The Church of North India (United) The Most Revd Joel Vidyasagar Mal Moderator, CNI & Bishop of Chandigarh
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Brandon, the Rt Rev’d Jim Njegovan
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Sucker River: St. Peter’s, Sucker River; the Rev’d Wilson Halkett, Priest-in-Charge
The Mission of Deschambault: St. Peter’s, Deschambault; the Rev’d Rachel Custer
Special Requests: Those suffering from cancer, AIDS and other incurable diseases; for those ministering to them
6 July
Trinity VII
BCP p. 228
I Kings 17:8-16
Romans 6:17-23
Mark 8:1-10a
Green
The Church in the World: The Church of Pakistan (United) The Rt Revd Dr Alexander John Malik Moderator, Church of Pakistan & Bishop of Lahore
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Caledonia, the Rt Rev’d William Anderson
The Church in our Diocese: The Fort Pitt and Onion Lake Missions: Holy Trinity, Deer Creek; Christ Church, Frenchman Butte; All Saints’, Fort Pitt; Sir Jeffrey Paul Chapel, Onion Lake; St. James’, Thunderchild; Church of the Nativity, Frog Lake; The Rev’d Christopher Snook
Special Requests: For Elizabeth, Queen of Canada; for Michaëlle Jean, the Lieutenant Governor; for Stephen Harper; the Prime Minister; for all Members of Parliament
13 July
Trinity VIII
BCP p. 289
Jeremiah 23:16-29
Romans 8:12-17
Matthew 7:15-21
Green
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Papua New Guinea The Most Revd James Simon Ayong Archbishop of Papua New Guinea & Bishop of Aipo Rongo
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Eastern Newfoundland and Labrador, the Rt Rev’d Cy Pitman
The Church in our Diocese:
Special Requests: For artists, craftsmen, musicians and those in the entertainment industry
20 July
Trinity IX
BCP p. 231
Proverbs 16:1-9
I Corinthians 10:1-17
Luke 16:1-10
Green
The Church in the World: Lambeth Conference - The Diocese of Canterbury
The Episcopal Church in the Philippines The Most Revd Ignacio Capuyan Soliba Prime Bishop of the Episcopal Church in the Philippines
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Keewatin, the Rt Rev’d David Ashdown
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Christopher Lake: St. Christopher’s, Christopher Lake; the Rev’d Tracey Lloyd-Smith, Priest-in-Charge
Special Requests: For workers in banking, financial services & insurance agencies; for the poor and the rich, for those who hoard their material wealth and for those who spend it frivolously; for the deceitful and fraudulent
27 July
Trinity X
BCP p. 233
Jeremiah 7:1-15
I Corinthians 12:1-11
Luke 19:41-47
Green
The Church in the World: Lambeth Conference - Hospitality Committee
L'Eglise Episcopal au Rwanda The Most Revd Emmanuel Musaba Kolini Archbishop of Rwanda & Bishop of Kigali
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Moosonee, the Rt Rev’d Caleb Lawrence
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Little Red: St. James’, Little Red; The Rev’d Mrs. Beryl Whitecap, Deacon-in-Charge
The Saskatchewan Anglican : Mr. Fred Stephens, editor
Special Requests: For firefighters, ambulance drivers and emergency technicians; for those who work in dangerous situations; for those injured in the service of others
3 August
Trinity XI
BCP p. 234
Daniel 9:15-19
I Corinthians 15:1-11
Luke 18:9-14
Green
The Church in the World: Lambeth Conference - Canterbury Cathedral
The Scottish Episcopal Church The Most Revd Idris Jones Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church & Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Quebec, the Rt Rev’d Bruce Stavert
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Big Whitefish: Christ Church, Big Whitefish
Special Requests: For the Province of Saskatchewan: for Brad Wall, Premier and the Members of the Provincial Legislature
10 August
Trinity XII
BCP p. 236
Isaiah 29:17-21
2 Corinthians 3:4-9
Mark 7:31-37
Green
The Church in the World: Church of the Province of South East Asia The Most Revd Dr John Chew Archbishop of South East Asia & Bishop of Singapore
The Council of the North: The Diocese of Yukon, the Rt Rev’d Terry Buckle
The Church in our Diocese: The St. Michael’s Youth Conference at Camp Okema
Special Requests: For the ministry of healing; for health care workers, doctors and nurses; for the physically handicapped, the mentally and spiritually ill.
Scientists and medical researchers
17 August
Trinity XIII
BCP p. 237
Ten Commandments
Zechariah 7:4-10
Galatians 5:16-24
Luke 10:25-37
Green
The Church in the World: The Church of South India (United) The Most Revd Badda Peter Sugandhar Moderator, Church of South India & Bishop of Medak
The Church in our Diocese: St. Mary’s Church, Prince Albert; the Rev’d Walter Hannam, Chaplain
Special Requests: For the safety of those who travel; for the victims of road accidents, robbery, and assault; for those who work in tourism; for refugees, immigrants and the stranger among us
All those who work in service industries; for barbers, hair-stylists, and cosmeticians
24 August
St. Bartholomew
BCP p. 291, second collect p. 239
Proverbs 3:1-17
Acts 1:10-14
Luke 22:24-30
Red
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Southern Africa The Most Revd Njongonkulu Winston Hugh Ndungane Archbishop of Capetown
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Pelican Narrows: St. Bartholomew’s, Pelican Narrows; Denare Beach; the Rev’d Canon Angus Sewap, Priest-in Charge
Special Requests: For those isolated, ostracized or alienated from society by reason of moral, medical, financial or social status; for the lonely; for those who have lost their faith; for those who fear death
31 August
Trinity XV
BCP p. 240
Joshua 24:14-25
Galatians 6:11-18
Matthew 6:24-34
Green
The Church in the World: Iglesia Anglicana del Cono Sur de America The Most Revd Gregory James Venables Presiding Bishop of the Southern Cone & Bishop of Argentina
The Church in our Diocese: The Parish of Birch Hills/Muskoday/Kinistino: St. Mary’s Birch Hills; St. James’, Muskoday; St. George’s, Kinistino; St. Saviour’s; Holy Trinity, Brancepeth; St. Philip’s, Coxby; Church of the Epiphany, Glen Mary; the Rev’d Chris Harper, Rector
Special Requests: For the homeless, the ministry of community shelters and rescue missions; for those affected by fire, drought, flood or natural disaster
7 September
Trinity XVI
BCP p. 242
I Kings 17:17-24
Ephesians 3:13-20
Luke 7:11-17
Green
The Church in the World: The Episcopal Church of the Sudan The Most Revd Joseph Biringi Hassan Marona Archbishop of the Episcopal Church of the Sudan & Bishop of Juba
The Church in our Diocese: The Diocesan Archives: Mrs. Rae Benson, Archivist, Mrs. Jackie Hobbs, Assistant Archivist, Mrs. Pauline Bird, Mrs. Caroline McCready
Special Requests: That all may have work; that all make find dignity in their labour; for safety in the workplace; for healthy relationships between management and unions; for migrant workers and all who are obliged to leave their families to make a living
14 September
Trinity XVII
BCP p. 244
Proverbs 25:6-14
Ephesians 4:1-6
Luke 14:1-11
Green
The Church in the World: The Anglican Church of Tanzania The Most Revd Donald Leo Mtetemela Archbishop of Tanzania & Bishop of Ruaha
The Church in our Diocese: Capt. Jen Hoddinott, Diocesan Youth Ministry Coordinator; Sunday Schools; Participants & leaders of Confirmation classes, servers’ guilds, youth groups, and the Scouting Movement
The Clergy Retreat
Special Requests: For sailors, for truckers and workers in transport
21 September
St. Matthew
BCP p. 292, second collect p. 247
Proverbs 30:7-9
II Corinthians 4:1-6
Matthew 9:9-13
Red
The Church in the World: The Church of the Province of Uganda The Most Revd Henry Luke Orombi Archbishop of Uganda & and Bishop of Kampala
The Church in our Diocese: The Parish of Tisdale: St. Matthew’s, Tisdale; the Rev’d Wayne Sturgess, Rector
Special Requests: For the aged and infirm; for those who are senile and those with debilitating diseases; for organizations supporting and caring for the aged at home and in senior centers; for the grace of compassion and understanding for the aged and for the grace to accept our ageing
28 September
Trinity XIX
BCP p. 249
Genesis 18:23-32
Ephesians 4:17-32
Matthew 9:1-8
Green
The Church in the World: The Episcopal Church in the USA The Most Revd Katharine Jefferts Schori Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church in the USA
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Weyakwin: St. Michael and All Angels’, Weyakwin; The Ven. Adam Halkett, Priest-in-Charge
Special Requests: For international health services, medical teams, emergency relief and aid teams and those battling deadly and contagious diseases; for the chronically ill and those who are terminally ill
5 October
Trinity XX
BCP p. 250
Proverbs 9:1-6
Ephesians 5:15-20
Matthew 22:1-14
Green
The Church in the World: The Church in Wales The Most Revd Dr. Barry Cennydd Morgan Archbishop of Wales & Bishop of Llandaff Llandaff - (Wales) The Rt Revd David Yeoman
The Church in our Diocese: The Retired Clergy of the Diocese: The Rev’ds Glen Ash, Leonard Bird, Nehemiah Bird, Murdock Charles, Allan Ferguson, Howard Green, , John Matthews, Geoffrey Hopper, Lewis Kelly, Ken Lyons, Doreen Becker, Miles Venn, Trevor Wright; the Vens. Don Wooten & Percy Ross
Diocesan Clergy on Leave: The Rev’ds Richard Custer, Elias Ballantyne, & James Isbister
Special Requests: For workers in the forest industry, merchants and retail workers
12 October
Trinity XXI
BCP p. 252
Genesis 32:24-31
Ephesians 6:10-20
John 4:46-54
Green
(If observed as Harvest Thanksgiving: BCP p. 621; the colour is white)
The Church in the World: The Church of the Province of West Africa The Most Revd Justice Ofei Akrofi Archbishop of West Africa & Bishop of Accra
The Church in our Diocese: Thanksgiving for God’s blessings to our Diocese in the past year
Special Requests: For all farmers and ranchers, that all may give thanks for the blessings of harvest; for hope and courage to persevere when crops fail and stock die
19 October
Trinity XXII
BCP p. 254, second collect, p. 299
Genesis 45:1-7, 15
Philippians 1:3-11
Matthew 18:21-35
Green
The Church in the World: The Church in the Province of the West Indies The Most Revd Drexel Wellington Gomez Archbishop, Church in the Province of the West Indies & Bishop of Nassau & The Bahamas & The Turks & Caicos Islands
The Church in our Diocese: Mission of MacDowall and St. Louis: St. Stephen’s MacDowall and Emmanuel, St. Louis; the Rev’d Norbert Haukenfrers, Priest-in-Charge
The Diocesan Chancellor: His Honour Judge Hugh Harradance
Special Requests: Judges, lawyers and all who work in the legal system
26 October
Trinity XXIII
BCP p. 256
Isaiah 11:1-10
Philippians 3:17-21
Matthew 22:15-22
Green
The Church in the World: The Church of Ceylon (E-P to the Archbishop of Canterbury)
The Church in our Diocese: The James Settee College: The Principal; for all students and teachers
Vocations to the ordained ministry & religious orders, Students in training for ordained ministry & postulants for the Diocese: Mr. Bruce Russell
Special Requests: For conservation groups and those who work for the preservation and care of the environment; for those who work in our national and provincial parks.
2 November
Trinity XXIV
BCP p. 257, second collect p.299
Isaiah 55:6-11
Colossians 1:3-12
Matthew 9:18-26
White
The Church in the World: Iglesia Episcopal de Cuba Cuba - (Cuba) Vacant (The Bishop of Uruguay will provide Episcopal oversight until a new Bishop is elected.)
Suffragan Bishop of Cuba - (Cuba) The Rt Revd Nerva Cot Aguilera
Suffragan Bishop of Cuba - (Cuba) The Rt Revd Ulises Aguero Prendes
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of La Ronge: All Saints’, La Ronge; the Rt. Rev’d Charles Arthurson, Suffragan Bishop; the Rev’d Canon Miles Venn, Assistant Priest; the Rev’d Gary Smalldon, Assistant Priest
Special Requests: Those who mourn; parish cemetery keepers & committees, undertakers and the funeral industry
9 November
Trinity XXIV
BCP p. 130
Job 14:1-16
Colossians 3:12-17
Matthew 13:24-30
Green
The Church in the World: Bermuda (Extra-Provincial to Canterbury) Bermuda - (Bermuda) The Rt Revd Alexander Ewen Ratteray
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Leask: All Saints’, Leask; St. Luke’s, Mont Nebo; Christ Church, Canwood; Holy Trinity, Silver Grove; Mistawasis Reserve; Christ Church, Spiritwood; St. Paul’s, Timberland/Leoville; the Rev’d Peter Boote, Priest-in-Charge
Special Requests: The Canadian Armed Forces & its chaplains; the Royal Canadian Legion & its chaplains
For nations torn by war and civil strife; for soldiers in combat situations; for prisoners of war and all who are affected by violence in the world.
For the quarrelsome; for the hard of heart and those who do not listen
9 November
Trinity XXIV
BCP p. 130
Job 14:1-16
Colossians 3:12-17
Matthew 13:24-30
Green
The Church in the World: Bermuda (Extra-Provincial to Canterbury) Bermuda - (Bermuda) The Rt Revd Alexander Ewen Ratteray
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Leask: All Saints’, Leask; St. Luke’s, Mont Nebo; Christ Church, Canwood; Holy Trinity, Silver Grove; Mistawasis Reserve; Christ Church, Spiritwood; St. Paul’s, Timberland/Leoville; the Rev’d Peter Boote, Priest-in-Charge
Special Requests: The Canadian Armed Forces & its chaplains; the Royal Canadian Legion & its chaplains
For nations torn by war and civil strife; for soldiers in combat situations; for prisoners of war and all who are affected by violence in the world.
For the quarrelsome; for the hard of heart and those who do not listen
23 November
Sunday Next Before Advent
BCP p. 259
Jeremiah 23:5-8
I Thessalonians 5:1-11
John 1:35-45
Green
The Church in the World: The Reformed Episcopal Church of Spain (E-P to the Archbishop of Canterbury) The Reformed Episcopal Church of Spain - (Spain) The Rt Revd Carlos López-Lozano
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Hall Lake: the Archdeacon MacKay Chapel
Special Requests: Church Choirs, organists & musicians
30 November
Advent I
BCP p. 95
If the Litany (p. 30) is used at the Holy Communion, the service would begin with the Litany. After the Collects the service would continue with the readings for the day. If the Litany is used with Morning Prayer, it would follow the Apostles’ Creed.
Micah 4:1-7
Romans 13:8-13
Matthew 21:1-13
Purple
The Church in the World: Falkland Islands (Extra-Provincial to Canterbury)
The Church in our Diocese: The Parish of Shellbrook: St. Andrew’s, Shellbrook; St. Martin’s, Briarlea; St. Martin’s, Big River; the Rev’d Mary Ann Boote, Priest-in-Charge
Special Requests: For postal workers and those in electronic communications
7 December
Advent II
BCP p. 97 and Collect on p. 95
II Kings 22:8-10 & 23:1-3
Romans 15:4-13
Luke 21:25-33
Purple
The Church in the World: Kolhapur - (North India) The Rt Revd Bathuel Ramchandra Tiwade
The Church in our Diocese: Bible Study & Prayer Groups in the Diocese
Special Requests: The Canadian Bible Society; Wycliffe Bible Translators; all organizations dedicated to the publishing, translation and distribution of the Scriptures
14 December
Advent III
BCP p. 99
The Exhortation on p. 90 of the BCP should be read by the priest before the final blessing, if at a celebration of the Holy Communion, or before the sermon, if at a service of Morning Prayer.
Isaiah 35:1-10
I Corinthians 4:1-5
Matthew 11:2-10
Purple
The Church in the World: Kumi - (Uganda) The Rt Revd Thomas Edison Irigei
The Church in our Diocese: The Edward Ahenakew Chapel, Prince Albert; the Rt. Rev’d Anthony Burton, Diocesan Bishop
Special Requests: For Peace in the World; for the United Nations and all organizations devoted to the cause of peace and justice between nations; for those who strive to put an end to political oppression, injustice, racism or other forms of discrimination.
21 December
Advent IV
BCP p. 102 and Collect on p. 95
Isaiah 40:1-11
Philippians 4:4-7
John 1:19-29
Purple
The Church in the World: Lagos - (Province of Lagos, Nigeria) The Most Revd Ephraim Adebola Ademowo
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Shoal Lake: St. Thomas’, Shoal Lake; the Rev’d Gerald Bear, Priest-in-Charge
Special Requests: For the safety of those who travel during the holiday season
24 December
Christmas Eve
BCP p. 104
Isaiah 9:2-7
Hebrews 1:1-12
John 1:1-14
White
Special Requests: For those who are separated from their families; for the poor and needy, the lonely, the sick and shut-in and those who minister to them; for street people, shelters, and other charities at home and abroad
25 December
Christmas Day
BCP 104 (or Epistle and Gospel on p. 107 if there was a service Christmas Eve)
Isaiah 9:2-7
Titus 2:11-15
Luke 2:1-14
White
Special Requests: For those who are separated from their families, for the poor and needy, the lonely, the sick and shut-in and those who minister to them; for street people, shelters, and other charities at home and abroad
28 December
Holy Innocents
BCP p. 111, second collect p.104
Jeremiah 31:10-17
Revelation 14:1-5
Matthew 2:13-18
White
The Church in the World: Lebombo - (South Africa) The Rt Revd Dinis Salomao Sengulane
The Church in our Diocese: The Mission of Red Earth: St. Stephen’s, Red Earth: The Rev’d Rita Nawakayas, Priest-in-Charge
The Mission of Fort á la Corne: St. Stephen’s; St. Luke’s; the Rev’d Martha Stonestand, Priest-in-Charge; the Rev’d Mr. Wilfred Sanderson,
Special Requests: For international children’s organizations; for battered or neglected children and youth from under-privileged homes; for broken families and those who minister to them
For grace to use our time wisely in the worship of God and service of others, giving thanks for the gift of another year


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