The THIRD SUNDAY after THE EPIPHANY – January 26, 2020

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Saint Thomas’ Parish Founded 1835 A.D.

2 East High Street Hancock, Maryland 21750

Office Telephone: 301-678-6569E-Mail: StThomasHancock@aol.com Website:

stthomashancock.orgThe Reverend F. Allan Weatherholt, Jr., Rector

The Reverend Kirk E. DeVore, DeaconJ. Gwynne Cavey, Minister of Music

Pamela J. S. Mann, Office AssistantTracy L. Salvagno, Church School Coordinator

Saint Thomas’ Episcopal Parish – Founded 1835 A.D.

Hancock, Maryland 21750Office: 301-678-6569 Rectory: 301-678-6888 Rector’s Cell: 301-491-6888

E-Mail: StThomasHancock@aol.com ● Website: stthomashancock.org

In the Holy Name of Jesus Christ, Welcome to Saint Thomas’ Church!

We are a lively, active community of faith. We strive to be a loving congregation, committed to welcoming ALL and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Our Church building is a beautiful and distinguished historic site. We invite you to read more about us. There is information on our Literature Table at the back of the Church and on our website. We are happy that you are here with us today! Please learn more about our worship from the notes below.

ABOUT THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH and OUR WORSHIP The Episcopal Church, USA, is the American branch of the 85-million member

worldwide Anglican Communion – those Churches born out of The Church of England. Of the world’s 2.2 billion Christians, we are the third largest body.

In our worship, there is strong emphasis upon congregational participation. The Clergy and the congregation together conduct our services. Worshippers are involved participants, not mere spectators. Please use The Book of Common Prayer (red), this Service Program and The Hymnal (blue) to worship God with joy and enthusiasm! Join in the responses, sing along on the Hymns. Share in praising and thanking our loving God for all His blessings!

Holy Communion is open to ALL Baptized persons, regardless of Church affiliation. Our Ushers will guide you forward at the appointed time. You may kneel or stand for Communion. Read more about this in the Communion section of this Service Booklet.

Our 10:A.M. service and many of our special services are live streamed on Facebook, then archived for later viewing. Note that you may be on camera at some point!

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Our accessible entrance and restroom are on the west (left) side of the Church building.

Sunday School & Adult Classes meet right after our 10:A.M. service. Children’s Church, a service for Pre-School – Grade 3, is offered in our Children’s Chapel (downstairs) during the 10:A.M. service. Children exit at the Sequence (Gospel) Hymn, then re-join us at the Peace!

THE THIRD SUNDAY after THE EPIPHANYJanuary 26, 2020

7:30 A.M. – THE HOLY EUCHARIST [Rite One] – Prayer Book, Page 323 The Collect of the Day (Epiphany III-A)

Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The Lesson: Isaiah 9:1-4 – Booklet, Page 4

The Psalter: Psalm 27:1, 5-13 – Said by All – SEATED – Booklet, P. 4-5

The Epistle: I Corinthians 1:10-18 – Booklet, Page 5The Holy Gospel: Saint Matthew 4:12-23 – Booklet, Page 6The Homily: The Reverend Kirk E. DeVore, Deacon The Prayers: Form V, Prayer Book, Page 389 The Consecration: The Great Thanksgiving, Form I, Prayer Book, Page 333

10:00 A.M. - THE HOLY EUCHARIST [Rite Two] and SERMON

The Liturgy of the Word of GodOrgan Prelude - Please use the time before the service for prayer and quiet reflection.

Please SILENCE all Cell Phones and Pagers when entering the Church.

PROCESSIONAL HYMN 126, “The people who in darkness walked” Dundee

Opening Acclamation

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Celebrant: Blessed be God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

BENEDICTUS ES, DOMINE – “Glory to you, Lord” – Hymnal *S-236 John Rutter

Celebrant: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrant: Let us pray.

The Collect of the Day (Epiphany III-A) Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 9:1-4

A Reading from the Book of the Prophet Isaiah.There will be no gloom for those who were in anguish. In the former time he brought into contempt the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the latter time he will make glorious the way of the sea, the land beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations. The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness – on them light has shined. You have multiplied the nation, you have increased its joy; they rejoice before you as with joy at the harvest, as people exult when dividing plunder. For the yoke of their burden, and the bar across their shoulders, the rod of their oppressor, you have broken as on the day of Midian.

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Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

The Psalter: Psalm 27:1, 5-13 – Said by ALL – Remaining SEATED

1 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom then shall I fear? * the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom then shall I be afraid? 5 One thing have I asked of the LORD; one thing I seek; * that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life; 6 To behold the fair beauty of the LORD * and to seek him in his temple. 7 For in the day of trouble he shall keep me safe in his shelter; * he shall hide me in the secrecy of his dwelling

and set me high upon a rock. 8 Even now he lifts up my head * above my enemies round about me. 9 Therefore I will offer in his dwelling an oblation

with sounds of great gladness; * I will sing and make music to the LORD. 10 Hearken to my voice, O LORD, when I call; * have mercy on me and answer me. 11 You speak in my heart and say, "Seek my face." * Your face, LORD, will I seek. 12 Hide not your face from me, * nor turn away your servant in displeasure. 13 You have been my helper; cast me not away; * do not forsake me, O God of my salvation.

The Epistle: I Corinthians 1:10-18

A Reading from the First Letter of Saint Paul to the Corinthians.I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you be in agreement and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same purpose. For it has been reported to me by Chloe's people that there are quarrels among you, my brothers and sisters. What I mean is that each of you says, “I belong to Paul,” or “I belong to Apollos,” or “I belong to Cephas,” or “I belong to Christ.” Has Christ been divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul? I thank God that I baptized none of you except Crispus and Gaius, so that no one can say that you were baptized in my name. (I did baptize also the household of Stephanas;

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beyond that, I do not know whether I baptized anyone else.) For Christ did not send me to baptize but to proclaim the gospel, and not with eloquent wisdom, so that the cross of Christ might not be emptied of its power. For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

SEQUENCE HYMN 661, “They cast their nets in Galilee” Georgetown

[During this Hymn, children and their Leader exit to “Children’s Church” downstairs.]

The Holy Gospel: Saint Matthew 4:12-23

The Congregation remains standing and faces the Deacon or Priest, who reads the Gospel.

Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Saint Matthew.

People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

hen Jesus heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew to Galilee. He left Nazareth and made his home in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, so that what had been

spoken through the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled:W “Land of Zebulun, land of Naphtali, on the road by the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles – the people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death light has dawned.”

From that time Jesus began to proclaim, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea – for they were fishermen. And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fish for people.” Immediately they left their nets and followed him. As he went from there, he saw two other brothers, James son of Zebedee and his

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brother John, in the boat with their father Zebedee, mending their nets, and he called them. Immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed him. Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and curing every disease and every sickness among the people.

Gospeller: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Sermon: The Reverend Kirk E. DeVore, Deacon

The Nicene Creed Prayer Book, Pages 358-359

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE – Form V ----------------- Prayer Book, Pages 389-391The Celebrant adds this concluding Collect:

Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Confession of Sin and The Absolution Page 360

The Peace – In the Lord’s Name, please briefly greet those around you!

Welcome and Announcements

The Celebration of the Holy CommunionOFFERTORY ANTHEM: “Two Fishermen” Suzanne Toolan

PRESENTATION HYMN 127 [ Stanza 5 ONLY ] Stuttgart

Jesus, whom the Gentiles worshipedAt thy glad Epiphany,Unto thee with God the FatherAnd the Spirit, glory be.

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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING – Form B

All standing, the Celebrant begins

Celebrant: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrant: Lift up your hearts.

People: We lift them to the Lord.

Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People: It is right to give him thanks and praise.

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh you have caused a new light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge of your glory in the face of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

SANCTUS – “Holy, holy, holy Lord” – Hymnal S-125 Setting: Richard ProulxThe Celebrant and People sing:

Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory.

Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.

Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.

The People kneel and the Celebrant continues

e give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your

Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us

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worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.

On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Therefore, according to his command, O Father,

MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION – Hymnal *S-138 Setting: McNeil Robinson

We remember his death,We proclaim his resurrection,We await his coming in glory.

The Celebrant continues

And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.

We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with the ever-Blessed Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Thomas, Saint Mark, Saint Andrew, Saint John, Saint Peter, Saint Paul, Saint Patrick and all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.

By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory are yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever.

The Great “AMEN” – Sung by ALL (Sixfold) Setting: Mass of Creation

Celebrant: And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

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Clergy & People: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name,thy kingdom come,thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those who trespass against us.And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Celebrant breaks the Consecrated Bread. A period of silence is kept. Then is said

Celebrant: Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

People: Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia!

As the Celebrant & Communion Ministers move from the Nave Altar to the High Altar

to administer Holy Communion, the Choir and Congregation sing

FRACTION ANTHEM: AGNUS DEI –“Jesus, Lamb of God” – Hymnal *S-164 Deutsche Messe: F. P. Schubert

Jesus, Lamb of God: have mercy on us.Jesus, bearer of our sins: have mercy on us. Jesus, redeemer, redeemer of the world: Give us your peace, give us your peace.

Facing the People, the Celebrant says the Invitation to Holy Communion.

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

The COMMUNION of the PEOPLEALL Baptized Christians are invited to receive Holy Communion in The

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Kneel or stand at the Rail and cup your hands to receive the Consecrated Bread.

Guide the Cup to your lips, or receive by intinction (“dipping”) of the Bread.

Those unable to receive are encouraged to come forward for a Blessing.

Please fold your arms across your chest to indicate that you wish a Blessing.

Baptism, the ancient service though which one joins Christ’s Church, may be arranged.

We warmly invite you to contact the Clergy about scheduling your Baptism.

ABLUTIONS HYMN 321, “My God, thy table now is spread” Rockingham [Sung by ALL – Kneeling]

The Postcommunion Prayer – Said by ALLEternal God, heavenly Father,you have graciously accepted us as living membersof your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,and you have fed us with spiritual foodin the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.Send us now into the world in peace,and grant us strength and courageto love and serve youwith gladness and singleness of heart;through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Priestly BlessingThe Peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your

hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son,Jesus, the Christ, our Lord; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father [],

the Son [], and the Holy Spirit [], be among you and remain with you this day and always. Amen.

RECESSIONAL HYMN 124, “What star is this with beams so bright?” Puer nobis

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Silent Prayer – All are invited to kneel for a moment of silent prayer.

The Dismissal

Deacon or Celebrant: Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia! Alleluia!

People: Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!

Organ Postlude

Saint Thomas’ Episcopal Parish – Founded 1835 A.D.

Hancock, Maryland 21750The Reverend F. Allan Weatherholt, Jr., Rector

The Reverend Kirk E. DeVore, DeaconJ. Gwynne Cavey, Minister of MusicPamela J. S. Mann, Office Assistant

Tracy L. Salvagno, Church School Coordinator

PARISH NEWS for EPIPHANY III – January 26, 2020

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THE SEASON AFTER THE EPIPHANY continues today and in the weeks ahead. The Church and the Lectionary focus us on several aspects of our faith during this time. These themes include light, call and mission. Light brings to mind the Star of Bethlehem which guided the Magi to Jesus and which guides all of us spiritually to Him who is “the light of the world.” Call reminds us that just as our Lord Called His first disciples to follow Him, so He Calls ALL of us to be His followers. Mission reminds us that the Church’s mission is always to spread the Gospel – the Good News of Jesus. This is a Season when Ordinations often take place, as those with special Callings seek to fulfill that Call. We think also of those who are Called to serve as missionaries overseas. This is a time of outreach, when we focus intently on meeting the needs of the poor and downcast, thus further spreading the Gospel. Your Clergy’s Sermons will focus on these themes during this Season. We know you will enjoy these special aspects of The Season after The Epiphany.

THE FEAST OF ‘CANDLEMAS’ is next Sunday, an important part of this Season after the Epiphany. This is a joyous day of light with “echoes of Christmas”. We again celebrate our Lord as the Light of the World, and we bless all the candles which will bring us His Light in the year ahead. There is a special procession, joyous music and great festivity. Don’t miss it – next Sunday!

AT ADULT EDUCATION TODAY we will look at the Biblical themes present in this Season after the Epiphany, also looking at today’s Gospel. Join Fr. Allan and Deacon Kirk in the Lower Parish Hall today after the 10:A.M. service. Coffee, tea, snacks and good fellowship are included.

PLEASE HELP YOURSELF TO A CHRISTMAS POINSETTIA! Take one to enjoy at home or as a gift for someone who is sick or shut-in. Take from those in the windows or at the Baptistery. Those at the Nave Altar and Chancel will be kept in the Church through Candlemas . Thank you!

ST. THOMAS’ WILL AGAIN BE PART OF ‘THE SOUPER BOWL OF CARING’ on Super Bowl Sunday – NEXT Sunday, February 2. This is an annual nationwide outreach effort. We will be selling jars of delicious homemade soups for you to heat and serve as you enjoy the Super Bowl. All proceeds will help the needy through the Winter Emergency Fund of the Interfaith Service Coalition. Buy some of our soup and help the poor at the same time! And if you will help by making some soup, please mark the Sign-Up Sheet or speak with Fr. Allan. Thank you!

ANNUAL REPORTS FROM PARISH LEADERS are now OVERDUE. If you are responsible for a report, please E-mail your report to Fr. Allan at RevFAWeatherholt@aol.com. Thanks!

Official Notice to All Parishioners

The 185th Annual Parish Meeting & Luncheon

Sunday Morning, February 23, 2020[“Snow Date” is March 1, 2020!]

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Order of Business will include the prayerful election of three new Vestrymembers to succeed Debbie Cohill, Jim Hixon and Toby McCarty, who are completing their terms. The Annual Report Booklet will be distributed, the Rector’s Award will be announced, and Fr. Allan will have some special announcements! A delicious Luncheon (please mark the Sign-Up Sheet!) will conclude this important time. It’s a red-letter day which you will not want to miss!

Held in conjunction with the 10:A.M. Eucharist. Please be with us!

A PILGRIMAGE TO THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND will be led by Fr. Allan & Rev’d Anne and Fr. Steve & Melanie next Fall – October 15-23, 2020. The 9-day trip will include time in London, Canterbury and other Cathedral cities. The trip concludes in Edinburgh, Scotland! We will visit and explore the roots of our Anglican/Episcopal heritage. The fee of $3,345 generously includes air fare, overnight lodging, most meals and other items. For full details and an application, pick up a brochure from our Literature Table. And feel free to direct questions to Fr. Allan or Rev’d Anne. This will be a wonderful pilgrimage, and we hope several from St. Thomas’ will want to join us!

THE DIOCESE OF PUERTO RICO is our Companion Diocese to the Diocese of Maryland. As in the past with our companion relationships, this is a relationship of sharing ministry and mission. From recent news reports, most of you know that Puerto Rico has been hit hard lately by earthquakes while still recovering from severe damage in 2017 from Hurricane Maria. Approximately 3.4 million people live in Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory. Our Bishops have designated Sunday, February 9, as a day to help. A special offering will be collected that day in Parishes across Maryland. This offering will be sent to the Bishop of Puerto Rico to help in the recovery effort. Fr. Allan asks each of you to come to Church on February 9 prepared to make a gift to Puerto Rico. Special envelopes and instructions will be in the bulletin that day. Let’s all plan to reach out in Christ’s Name in this important way!

IT’S NOT TOO EARLY TO CONSIDER CONFIRMATION THIS YEAR, when Bishop Sutton makes a Parish Visitation to us on Sunday, June 7. The act of Confirming one’s faith in Jesus is such an important part of the Christian journey for everyone. At the upcoming Annual Parish Meeting, Fr. Allan will announce dates and times for this year’s Confirmation Classes. These classes will be in preparation for the Bishop’s visit. Why not plan to Confirm your faith this year?

ON ST. THOMAS’ PARISH CALENDAR: Jan. 26 – Feb. 2, 2020TODAY – SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 – EPIPHANY III-A

7:30 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite One) & Homily9:45 A.M. Choir Warm-Up (Undercroft Choir Room)

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10:00 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite Two) and SERMON 11:15 A.M. Sunday School and Adult Education

Mon. Jan. 27 Parish Office CLOSED on Mondays – Rector’s Day Off7:30 P.M. Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)

Tues. Jan. 28 9:00 A.M. ‘Upper Room’ Men’s Bible Study (Park-n-Dine) 9:00 A.M. Women’s Bible Study & Crafts (Lower Parish Hall) 7:30 P.M. Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)

Thurs. Jan. 30 7:30 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Church Choir Loft)

NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4 – CANDLEMAS and Super Bowl Sunday Souper Bowl of Caring Soup Sale TODAY!

7:30 A.M. FESTIVAL EUCHARIST (Rite One) & Homily9:45 A.M. Choir Warm-Up (Undercroft Choir Room)

10:00 A.M. FESTIVAL EUCHARIST (Rite Two) and SERMONwith CANDLEMAS PROCESSION

11:15 A.M. Sunday School and Adult Education 6:00 P.M. Super Bowl LIV (FOX-TV)

VISIT OUR CRAFTS AT THE HANCOCK ANTIQUE MALL!  As a follow-up to our Christmas Bazaar, we have some crafts, ornaments, center pieces, wreaths and other items on display and for sale at the Hancock Antique Mall, 255 North Pennsylvania Avenue.  You’ll find our beautiful items in Section C of the mall, open Monday through Saturday, 10:A.M. to 5:P.M.  Stop by to make a purchase and encourage friends and family to do the same!             Thanks to the efforts of Ginny Reed, the mall has been very good to us!  

WEEKLY BIBLE STUDIES – Remember that we offer two Bible studies each week throughout much of the year. Our Women’s Bible Study meets most Tuesday mornings at 9:A.M. in the Lower Parish Hall and is led by parishioners Ginny Reed and Tracy Salvagno. Time spent also includes work on crafts for the Annual Christmas Bazaar. Our ‘Upper Room’ Men’s Bible Study also meets (for one hour) most Tuesday mornings at 9:A.M. at the Park-n-Dine Restaurant. Participants enjoy a complimentary breakfast, and Fr. Allan leads a study of the scripture readings for the coming Sunday. Why not consider joining one of our Bible studies?

UPCOMING ANNUAL MEN’S RETREAT AT CLAGGETT: “Love Yourself. Love Your Neighbor” – Feb. 7-9, 2020 w/The Rev’d Matthew Hanisian, Rector, St. Martin’s-in-the-Field, Severna Park, as Retreat Leader

St. Thomas’ Parish Prayer List: Jan. 26 – Feb. 1, 2020

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CHRISTIANS ARE PEOPLE OF PRAYER, and we encourage everyone at St. Thomas’ to focus on prayer in daily life. Our Daughters of the King and Brothers of St. Andrew join your Clergy in leading the way in faithful, daily prayer. Use of The Book of Common Prayer at home is strongly recommended.

Our Parish Prayer List, printed below, is revised for each Sunday. We take great care to include all needs known to us. Please take the Prayer List home and use it in your daily prayers. As you pray, you will be wonderfully linked to other Christians in our Parish, across our Diocese and throughout the Church Universal. Your prayers will bring blessings to others – and to you!

INCLUDED IN THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THIS WEEK: Birthdays – January 26: Beth McCarty; 27: David Creek, Rebecca Strock, Robbie Barnhart; 28: Michael Steiner, Billy Shaw, Kayla Heller; 29: Tyler Pittman, Brandon Fox; 30: Kee McCarty, Charles Conley; 31: Robert Close. February 1: Robin Hovermale, Cindy Barnhart.

Law Enforcement and Fire & Rescue Personnel, Correctional Officers

Military Service – Dakota Ritz, Andrew Shaw, Aaron Hull, Nicholas Robeson, Taylor Robeson, Susie Hoopengardner, Spencer Hose, Chris Krause, Vince Biggs, Cody Hovermale, Spencer Golden, Lucas Trunkle, Philip Corbett, Cameron Meadows, Matt Lacy, Jake Michael, Allen Foshee, Taylor Shafer, Josh Stotler, Justin Johnson.

Sick/Ongoing Concern – Nancy Bishop, Michael Schetrompf, Darl Hixon, Doug Moody, William Stewart, Bailey & Claire Orndorff, Hilda Buskirk, Bobby Dunkin, Ron Hinckle, Jayden Sweet, Emily Faith, Jim Lloyd, Kylee McKenrick, Jack Joynt, Rusty Bender, Atlee Unger, Gregory Phillips, Kathleen Gibbs, Cindy Lambert, Dave Creek, Denise Troxell, Sue Hinckle, Rodney Weaver, Tim Stotler, Kelly Peck, Tina Brown, Tina Aaron, Stephanie Kennedy, Emma Jones, James Walter, Alethea Shiplett, Diane Diehl, Allen Wilt, David Walter Sr., Alda Lashley, Robbie Barnhart, Robert Hendershot, Tori Anderson, Selvia Swaim, Ronnie Zimmerman.

Shut-ins – Jim Shaw, Pam & Bill Trumpower, Sally Fost, Ralph & Della Wachter, Frances Younker, Helen Moats, Mary Ann Mortzfeldt, Beverly Hershberger, Ernie Truax, Steven Wachter, Pat McKinley, Catherine Durst, Barbara Smith, Janice Trail, Edna Younker, The Rev. Charles McGinley.

THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR TODAY are given to the Greater Glory of God and in loving memory of Homer, Charlene and Danny Schetrompf, Homer, Jr., Donna and Penny Schetrompf, David Schetrompf, Patty Schetrompf, Ron and Lee Frederick and Tammy Walls by Lynn and Robin (Schetrompf) Mosier.

PLEASE TAKE THIS PRAYER LIST WITH YOU FOR USE AT HOME!

BRIEFLY – Rev’d Anne has been in Gainesville, Florida, since Monday assisting niece Laurel, husband Neil and their two small children with their move there from Baltimore. Neil is now on the faculty of the University of Florida, and Laurel also works there. Anne returned to Hancock yesterday and is “supplying” at Trinity Church, Martinsburg, again today . . . Deacon Kirk is just

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back from a business trip to Austin, Texas, and we appreciate him preaching today’s Sermon! . . . Fr. Allan, Rev’d Anne and Daniel all attended the Memorial Eucharist for Mary Ann Chapman at Emmanuel, Cumberland, last Sunday afternoon. Mary Ann, widow of The Rev’d Bo Chapman, who died suddenly in 2014, had battled pancreatic cancer over the past year . . . As of January 2, The Right Rev’d Robert Ihloff, who retired as 13th Bishop of Maryland in 2007, is our new Assisting Bishop! We rejoice in this! . . . Copies of Fr. Allan’s Christmas Eve Sermon are available from our Literature Table. Please help yourself . . . The ISC’s Martha’s House will open its new Children’s Movie Theater on Friday, February 7, at 6:P.M. First showing will be the animated movie “Abominable”. Various community groups will be hosting these “Movie Nights”. St. Thomas’ is signed up to host at least two! Please see Fr. Allan if you will help us! . . . Over the next several weeks, our bulletin is featuring questions and answers from the Catechism (or Outline of the Faith) on pages 844-862 of The Book of Common Prayer. Here is today’s selection:

THIS WEEK’S CATECHISM QUESTIONQuestion: What is the Holy Eucharist? Answer: The Holy Eucharist is the sacrament commanded by Christ for the continual remembrance of his life, death, and resurrection, until his coming again. -- The Book of Common Prayer, page 859

LITURGICAL MINISTERS THIS WEEK: Lectors/Chalicists: 7:30 A.M. Julie Unger, Dudley Obrecht

10:00 A.M. Linda Mellott, Jane Shaw

Children’s Church Today: Jennifer Walter

Altar Guild This Month: Tracy Salvagno, Kelly Dowe, Jennifer Walter

Acolytes: Aiden Dowe, Ivan Hogbin, Molli Hogbin, Phoebe Hogbin, Noah Hoopengardner, Nyla Spielman, Jackson Walter,

Acolytes’ Master: Phoebe Hogbin

Ushers/Greeters: 7:30 A.M. David Creek, Tim Smith 10:00 A.M. Bob Hoopengardner, David Yost

Oblations Bearers: Gene and Linda Mellott

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