21st Sunday after Pentecost
October 18, 2026
9:15 am - BAS Eucharist

Territorial Acknowledgment

(written by the Rev. Lee Claus)

This land is Sacred.

It has been anointed for tens of thousands of years with the dust and bones of all those who lived here before us.

As we came here, we were invited to share this land with the original people, with a common love and concern for the land that we would live upon and share, in good ways.

To honour the conditions of the Dish-With-One-Spoon Wampum Treaty, we acknowledge that such treaty agreements were not to be considered as land surrenders; but to be considered as agreements of sharing together.

We are all treaty people. May we live with respect on this land, and live in peace and friendship with its people.

Hymn #350 Stand Up and Bless the Lord

1. Stand up and bless the Lord,
you people of God’s choice;
stand up and bless the Lord of hosts
with heart and soul and voice.

Though high above all praise,
above all blessing high,
who would not fear God’s holy name,
and laud and magnify?

3. O for the living flame
from God’s own altar brought,
to touch our lips, our minds inspire,
and wing to heaven our thought!

4. God is our strength and song,
who makes salvation ours;
then be God’s love in Christ proclaimed
with all our ransomed powers.

5. Stand up and bless the Lord;
the Lord your God adore;
stand up and bless the glorious name
henceforth for evermore.

The Gathering of the Community

Celebrant: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all.

People: And also with you.

Celebrant: Almighty God,

People: to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hidden. 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 Christ our Lord. Amen.

Glory to God

All: (sung) Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth.

Lord God, heavenly king, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.

Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us;

Glory to God

All: (sung) you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer.

For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

Collect for the Day

Celebrant: Let us pray.

Almighty and everliving God, increase in us your gift of faith, that forsaking what lies behind and reaching out to what is before, we may run the way of your commandments and win the crown of everlasting joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

People: Amen.

Children's Talk

Rev. Yaa Addison

(Please be seated)

1st Reading

Exodus 33:12-23

(remain seated)

Reader: A reading from Exodus.

Moses said to the Lord, ‘See, you have said to me, “Bring up this people”; but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. Yet you have said, “I know you by name, and you have also found favour in my sight.” Now if I have found favour in your sight, show me your ways, so that I may know you and find favour in your sight. Consider too that this nation is your people.’ He said, ‘My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.’ And he said to him, ‘If your presence will not go, do not carry us up from here. For how shall it be known that I have found favour in your sight, I and your people, unless you go with us? In this way, we shall be distinct, I and your people, from every people on the face of the earth.’ The Lord said to Moses, ‘I will do the very thing that you have asked; for you have found favour in my sight, and I know you by name.’ Moses said, ‘Show me your glory, I pray.’ And he said, ‘I will make all my goodness pass before you, and will proclaim before you the name, “The Lord”; and I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show mercy. But’, he said, ‘you cannot see my face; for no one shall see me and live.’ And the Lord continued, ‘See, there is a place by me where you shall stand on the rock; and while my glory passes by I will put you in a cleft of the rock, and I will cover you with my hand until I have passed by; then I will take away my hand, and you shall see my back; but my face shall not be seen.’

Hear what the Spirit is saying to the Church.

People: Thanks be to God.

2nd Reading

1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

(remain seated)

Reader: A reading from Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians.

Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy,

To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.

We always give thanks to God for all of you and mention you in our prayers, constantly remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labour of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. For we know, brothers and sisters beloved by God, that he has chosen you, because our message of the gospel came to you not in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction; just as you know what kind of people we proved to be among you for your sake. And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for in spite of persecution you received the word with joy inspired by the Holy Spirit, so that you became an example to all the believers in Macedonia and in Achaia. For the word of the Lord has sounded forth from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but in every place where your faith in God has become known, so that we have no need to speak about it. For the people of those regions report about us what kind of welcome we had among you, and how you turned to God from idols, to serve a living and true God, and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead—Jesus, who rescues us from the wrath that is coming.

Hear what the Spirit is saying to the Church.

People: Thanks be to God.

Hymn #345 King of Glory, King of Peace

1. King of glory, King of peace, I will love thee;
and that love may never cease, I will move thee.
Thou hast granted my request, thou hast heard me;
thou didst note my working breast, thou hast spared me.

2. Wherefore with my utmost art I will sing thee,
and the cream of all my heart I will bring thee.
Though my sins against me cried, thou didst clear me;
and alone, when they replied, thou didst hear me.

3. Seven whole days, not one in seven, I will praise thee;
in my heart, though not in heaven, I can raise thee.
Small it is, in this poor sort to enrol thee:
even eternity’s too short to extol thee.

Gospel

Matthew 22:15-22

(Please stand)

Gospeller: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

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

People: Glory to you Lord Jesus Christ.

Acclamation: (sung) Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!

Then the Pharisees went and plotted to entrap him in what he said. So they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, ‘Teacher, we know that you are sincere, and teach the way of God in accordance with truth, and show deference to no one; for you do not regard people with partiality. Tell us, then, what you think. Is it lawful to pay taxes to the emperor, or not?’ But Jesus, aware of their malice, said, ‘Why are you putting me to the test, you hypocrites? Show me the coin used for the tax.’ And they brought him a denarius. Then he said to them, ‘Whose head is this, and whose title?’ They answered, ‘The emperor’s.’ Then he said to them, ‘Give therefore to the emperor the things that are the emperor’s, and to God the things that are God’s.’ When they heard this, they were amazed; and they left him and went away.

Gospeller: The Gospel of Christ.

People: Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

Acclamation: (sung) Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!

Homily

The Rev. Robert Townshend The Apostles’ Creed (Please stand)

Celebrant: Let us confess the faith of our baptism, as we say

People: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

In Our Prayers This Week

(take a posture of prayer: standing, sitting or kneeling)

ACC

The Rt. Rev. Lynne McNaughton, Archbishop, and the clergy and people of the Diocese of Kootenay

Our Diocese

Bishop’s Committee on Healing Ministries

Our Deanery

St. Bride’s, Clarkson – The Rev. Canon Stephen Peake & Curate Rev. Mackenzie Wolf

Our Parish

Incumbent – The Rev. Roshni Jayawardena

Celebrant: Let us pray for those listed in the chat, in the book on the altar, in the bulletin and on our hearts.

Our Friends

Sam & family, Rupert, Douglas, Rosalie & Stella, Julia, Elizabeth, Sharon, Matthew, Bryan, Maureen, Nadine, Brian & Ouida, Joanna, Blair, Christeen, Pam, Carol, Lucy, Valerie, Ray, Kristine, Alastair, Doug, Joan, Dale, Thomas, Claudia, Helen, Hab, Jan, Donna, Barb, Santi, Polly, Michael & Margaret, Amu, Fran, Chris, David John, Catherine

Altar flower dedications

The flowers by the altar are given to the Glory of God with Thanksgiving for our son Philip, his wife Michelle, and our grandchildren Coty & Carly. Given by Jean & Kim.

In lieu of flowers a donation has been given to the Priest’s Discretionary Fund and to the Glory of God in loving memory of Joseph Conroy. Given by the Conroy Family.

Altar flower dedications

The flowers at the Chancel Steps are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of Fred Durdan. Our wonderful husband, father & grandfather. Given by Liz, David, Carla & David, John, Kate, Jack and Ben.

The flowers at the Chancel Steps are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of Heather Boersma, Halla & Mom. Given by Victor, Barbara, Quinn & Shea.

Prayers of the People

Intercessor: Lord, in your mercy.

People: Hear our prayer.

The Confession

Celebrant: Dear friends in Christ, God is steadfast in love and infinite in mercy; God welcomes sinners and invites them to this table. Let us confess our sins, confident in God’s forgiveness.

Most merciful God,

All: we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbours as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us, that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your name. Amen.

The Absolution

Celebrant: Almighty God, have mercy upon you, pardon and deliver you from all your sins, confirm and strengthen you in all goodness, and keep you in eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

All: Amen.

The Peace

(Please stand)

Celebrant: The Peace of the Lord be always with you.

All: And also with you.

Hymn #49 Draw Near and Take

Draw near and take the body of your Lord,
and drink with faith the blood for you outpoured.
Saved by his body, hallowed by his blood,
with souls refreshed we give our thanks to God.

Salvation’s giver, Christ, the only Son,
by his dear cross and blood the victory won.
Let us approach with faithful hearts sincere,
and take the pledges of salvation here.

The Lord in this world rules his saints, and shields;
to all believers life eternal yields;
with heavenly bread makes those who hunger whole;
gives living waters to the thirsting soul.
Before your presence, Lord, all people bow.
In this your feast of love be with us now.

Offertory

Offerings can be made by the giving of your time, talent or skill, and financially through:

PAG (Pre-Authorized Giving)

Canada Helps (scan QR code)

email bank transfer to giving@stpeterserindale.ca

offertory envelope/cheque mailed to or dropped off at the church.

Prayer over the Gifts

Celebrant: Eternal God, your word inspires our faith. May we who offer you our praise trust you in all things. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

People: Amen.

Eucharistic Prayer #2

(take a posture of prayer)

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 our thanks and praise.

Celebrant: We give you thanks and praise, almighty God, through your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Redeemer. He is your living Word, through whom you have created all things.

By the power of the Holy Spirit he took flesh of the Virgin Mary and shared our human nature. He lived and died as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. In fulfilment of your will he stretched out his hands in suffering, to bring release to those who place their hope in you; and so he won for you a holy people. He chose to bear our griefs and sorrows, and to give up his life on the cross, that he might shatter the chains of evil and death, and banish the darkness of sin and despair. By his resurrection he brings us into the light of your presence.

Now with all creation we raise our voices to proclaim the glory of your name.

All: (sung) Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest.

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

Celebrant: Holy and gracious God, accept our praise, through your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ; who on the night he was handed over to suffering and death, took bread and gave you thanks, saying, “Take, and eat: this is my body which is broken for you.” In the same way he took the cup, saying, “This is my blood which is shed for you. When you do this, you do it in memory of me.” Remembering, therefore, his death and resurrection, we offer you this bread and this cup, giving thanks that you have made us worthy to stand in your presence and serve you.

We ask you to send your Holy Spirit upon the offering of your holy Church. Gather into one all who share in these sacred mysteries, filling them with the Holy Spirit and confirming their faith in the truth, that together we may praise you and give you glory through your Servant, Jesus Christ.

All glory and honour are yours, Father and Son, with the Holy Spirit in the holy Church, now and for ever.

People: Amen.

The Lord's Prayer

Celebrant: As our Saviour taught us, let us pray.

All: 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, the power, and the glory, For ever and ever. Amen.

Breaking Of The Bread #2

Celebrant: We break this bread to share in the body of Christ.

All: We, being many, are one body, for we all share in the one bread.

Celebrant: The gifts of God for the People of God.

People: Thanks be to God.

Prayer for Spiritual Communion

Celebrant: For those who cannot or do not wish to receive the physical bread and wine, but wish to make a spiritual communion, I invite you to say these words with me:

Jesus, I believe that you are present with us in the sacrament of bread and wine. I love you and I desire your presence afresh in my life. Since I cannot now receive the bread and wine of the altar, come spiritually into my heart. I embrace you and unite myself to you; never let me be separated from you. Amen.

Communion

(please sit)

Anthem Come Bless the Lord (Lau)

Prayer After Communion

(Please stand)

Celebrant: God of peace, you have nourished us in this sacrament with the body and blood of Christ. May we who have taken holy things keep faith in our hearts and lives, in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

All: Amen.

Doxology

Celebrant: Glory to God,

All: whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine. Glory to God from generation to generation, in the Church and in Christ Jesus, for ever and ever. Amen.

Hymn #522 Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me

1. Rock of ages, cleft for me,
let me hide myself in thee;
let the water and the blood,
from thy riven side which flowed,
be of sin the double cure,
cleanse me from its guilt and power.

2. Not the labours of my hands
can fulfil thy law’s demands;
could my zeal no respite know,
could my tears forever flow,
all for sin could not atone:
thou must save, and thou alone.

3. Nothing in my hand I bring;
simply to thy cross I cling;
naked, come to thee for dress;
helpless, look to thee for grace;
foul, I to the fountain fly;
wash me, Saviour, or I die.

4. While I draw this fleeting breath,
when mine eyelids close in death,
when I soar through tracts unknown,
see thee on thy judgement throne,
Rock of ages, cleft for me,
let me hide myself in thee.

The Dismissal

Deacon: Followers of Jesus, inspired by the Holy Spirit, let us serve the world God loves!

All: Thanks be to God!

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