The 10 am Eucharist was celebrated by Father Stephen. The Gospel reading was from St Mark, and told the story of Jesus teaching for the first time in the Synagogue in Nazareth. St Mark tells us that the people were amazed, because he taught with such authority. In his sermon Father Stephen discussed the season of  Epiphany, and how the readings, starting with the Three Wise Men and progressing through the baptismal story and the Wedding at Cana to this story of teaching with authority and expelling evil spirits all show us how Jesus coming was truly the coming of the Light, and the world was utterly changed by His presence.
During Communion the Choir sang 'The Lamb' by John Tavener, and choir and congregation sang a communion hymn.

There was coffee in the rooms after the service.
Next week will be Candlemas, and our service will start with a procession, with candles, from the New Rooms. Please enter the church first, and then assemble in the New Rooms, as directed by the sidespersons. (Weather allowing)

Tickets for the Moroccan Supper are available form the Church Wardens, and if you have any items for the silent auction on the 3rd of March, please also let the Church Wardens know.

The winter is in retreat, there are snow drops out in the Church Yard!