7.15 a.m.HOLY COMMUNION
Theme: BELIEVERS’ ARMOUR FOR THE FIGHT (vii) Prayer Offered in Spirit
Celebrant: Canon Residentiary
Stewards on Duty: Group C
1. Opening Hymn: A&MRW 691 (Truro) 2. Introductory Sentence: Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. Matt. 26:41a 3. The Preparation (Page 170) 4. Collect for Purity and Gloria in Excelsis (Page 171) 5. Summary of the Law (Page 172) 6. Words of Comfort (Page 175) 7. Confession to Collect (Pages 175-176)
8. Collect: Lord God our Father, through our Saviour Jesus Christ, You have assured mankind of eternal life and in baptism have made us one with Him. Deliver us from the death of sin and raise us to new life in Your love, in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
9. Epistle: Ephesians 6: 10-18 - The Clergy 10. Gradual Hymn: A&MRW 651 (Tune A&MRW 425 - Belmont) 11. Gospel: Luke 11: 1-13 Canon Residentiary 12. Sermon: Revd. Olawole Faloye 13. Creed: (Page 178) 14. Intercession:(Pages 183-184) The Clergy 15. The Peace (page 186) 16. Offertory Sentence: The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. Alleluia! James 5:16 17. Offertory Hymn: A&MRW 608 (Harewood) 18. Preparation of Gifts to Eucharistic Prayer (Pages 187-190) 19. Breaking of Bread to Anthem: (Pages 190-193) 20. Prayer of Humble Access: (Pages 193-194) 21. Communion Sentence: Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete. John 16:24 22. Administration: (Page 194) 23. Hymns during Administration: (i) A&MRW 729 (Westminster) (ii) A&MRW 423 (Unde et memores) (iii) A&MRW 434 (Franconia) (iv) A&MRW 436 (Tune A&MRW 283 - Regent Square) (v) A&MRW 447 (Tune A&MRW 22 - Ellers) (vi) A&MRW 420 (Tune A&MRW 335 - St. Peters) (vii) A&MRW 428 (Aberystwyth) (viii) A&MRW 450 (Tune A&MRW 337 - Blaernwern) 24. Post Communion Hymn: A&MRW 689 (St. Sepulchre) 25. Post Communion Prayer: Lord God, grant to Your Church on earth the willingness to pray always in Spirit. Banish from her all that hinders prayer and prayerfulness. Bind her together in love and establish her in righteousness that she may overcome the enemy and his evil machinations through Jesus Christ’s name. Amen. 26. The Lord’s Prayer to Thanksgiving Prayer (Pages 195-196) 27. Thanksgiving at the Altar: - Mrs. Florence Ola, Birthday Thanksgiving -A&MRW 753 28. Notices: 29. Spiritual Tonic: Matthew 7:7 30. Benediction to Dismissal: (Page 196) 31. Withdrawal Hymn: A&MRW 744 (Martyrdom)
At the Organ: Mr. Abolade Olatunji
Cantor: Revd. Dr. Oluwaseun Adeyemi Responses: William Smith in G Theme: BELIEVERS’ ARMOUR FOR THE FIGHT (vii) Prayer Offered in Spirit
1. Processional Hymn: A&MRW 696 (Wareham) 2. Call to Worship: 3. Confession and Absolution 4. Venite: 5. Psalms: 11 (SPCP 99) - J. Stainer 20 (SPCP 115) - J. Goss 6. 1st Lesson: Jeremiah 29: 4-14 - Mr. Maduka Kanma Okafor 7. Benedicte Omnia Opera - C.H. Lloyd in B flat 8. 2nd Lesson: Ephesians 6: 10-18 - Mr. Maduka Kanma Okafor 9. Te Deum: (SPCP 27,28,29) - Set 3 10. Creed to 3rd Collect 11. Anthem: Lift Up Your Heads - G.F Handle (From the Messiah) Lift up your heads, O ye gates; And be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors, And the king of glory shall come in Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, The Lord mighty in battle
Lift up your heads, O ye gates And be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors And the king of glory shall come in Who is this king of glory The Lord Almighty He is the King of glory
12. Hymn before Sermon: A&MRW 651 (Belgrave) 13. Sermon: The Provost 13 Intercession: 14. Hymn for Offering: A&MRW 767 (Beatitudo) 15. Thanksgiving at the Altar 16. Notices: 17. Spiritual Tonic: Matthew 7:7 19. Conclusion to Benediction 20. Final Amen: William Smith in G 21. Withdrawal Hymn: A&MRW 798 (Surrey)
At the Organ - Mr. Abolade Olatunji Choral Conductor - Organist/Master of the Music
1. Opening Hymn: A&MRW 696 2. Call to Worship 3. Psalms: 11 and 20 4. Praise and Worship 5. Bible Reading: Ephesians 6: 10-18 6. Special Number 7. Message: 8. Creed, Collects and Intecession/Creed to Prayers 9. Sunday Offering: Choruses 10. Notices 11. Prayer and Benediction 12. Closing Hymn: A&MRW 798
TOPIC: ONE THING I KNOW
Worship Leader: Mrs. Iyanda-Fate
1. Choruses 2. Opening Hymn: C.H. 78 (CS) 3. Bible Reading: Job 19:23-29 4. Creed to Prayers: 5. Hymn: C.H 464 (Offering to be taken) 6. Closing Prayer 7. Closing Hymn - from Pamphlet 8. Children go to their various classes
Theme: BELIEVERS’ ARMOUR FOR THE FIGHT (vii) Prayer Offered in Spirit
Celebrant: Revd. Henry Mooh
1. Hymn: A&MRW 689 (St. Sepulchre) 2. Introit: 3. Introductory Sentence:Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. Matt. 26:41a 4. The Preparation (Page 170) 5. Collect for Purity and Gloria in Excelsis(Page 171) 6. Summary of the Law (Page 172) 7. Words of Comfort (Page 175) 8. Confession to Collect (Pages 175-176)
9. Collect: Lord God our Father, through our Saviour Jesus Christ, You have assured mankind of eternal life and in baptism have made us one with Him. Deliver us from the death of sin and raise us to new life in Your love, in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
10. Epistle: Ephesians 6: 10-18 - Guild of Stewards on Duty 11. Gradual Hymn: A&MRW 384 (Ellacombe) 12. Gospel: Luke 11: 1-13 - The Clergy 13. Sermon: Canon Residentiary 14. Creed: (Page 178) 15. Intercession:(Pages 183-184) Guild of Stewards on Duty 16. The Peace (page 186) 17. Offertory Sentence: The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. Alleluia! James 5:16 18. Offertory Hymn: A&MRW 767 (Beatitudo) (Please drop all your envelopes) 19. Preparation of Gifts to Eucharistic Prayer (Pages 187-190) 20. Breaking of Bread to Anthem: (Pages 190 -193) 21. Prayer of Humble Access: (Pages 193 -194) 22. Communion Sentence: Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete. John 16:24 23. Hymns during Administration: (i) A&MRW 420 (Tune A&MRW 335 - St. Peters) (ii) A&MRW 423 (Unde et memores) (iii) A&MRW 428 (Aberystwyth) (iv) A&MRW 434 (Franconia) (v) A&MRW 436 (Tune A&MRW 283) (vi) A&MRW 447 (Tune A&MRW 22 - Ellers) (vii) A&MRW 450 (Tune A&MRW 337 - Blaerwern) (viii) A&MRW 729 (Westminster) 24. Post Communion Hymn: A&MRW 713 (Slane) 25. Post Communion Prayer: Lord God, grant to Your Church on earth the willingness to pray always in Spirit. Banish from her all that hinders prayer and prayerfulness. Bind her together in love and establish her in righteousness that she may overcome the enemy and his evil machinations through Jesus Christ’s name. Amen. 26. The Lord’s Prayer to Thanksgiving Prayer (Pages 195-196) 27. Thanksgiving at the Altar: 28. Notices: 29. Spiritual Tonic: Matthew 7:7 30. Benediction to Dismissal: (Page 196) 31. Final Amen: 32. Withdrawal Hymn: A&MRW 631 (Duke Street)
At the Organ - Mr. Kolapo Oyawale
Bible in a year 1 Chr. 17, 18; Gal. 1 Points for Prayer: The Rt. Revd. Zakka Lale Nyam, Bishop of the Diocese of Kano. Mrs. Sarah Nyam, President Mothers’ Union and Women’s Guild and Girls’ Guild, Diocese of Kano. Mrs. Oluwadamilola Oladunjoye. Mr. Mathal Jacobs, Bishop’s Nominee, Diocese of Lagos. The Bishop of the Diocese of Northern Izon (Niger Delta, Nigeria) The Rt. Revd. Funkuro Godrules Victor Amgbare.
Birthday Intercession: Prince David Adelanke Ademiluyi, Mrs. Tolulope O. Animashaun, Mrs. Ruth Abiola Shogbola, Mr. Tolulope Adewole, Mrs. Busola Soleye, Miss Grace Anuoluwapo Tanimola, Mrs Adebisi Oyekunle Junaid (nee Phillips), Mrs Obiageli Jane Adeyemi (nee Okwusi), Miss Itohan Iyamu, Miss Bibiana Chekubenachi Ogu, Mrs. Oluwadamilola Adeola Oladunjoye, Mrs. Folusho Olaniyan, Mr. Adebiyi Shode.
Memorial Intercession for: (i) Chief (Mrs) Funmilayo Motolani Bankole-Oki, 3 years’ mind. (i) Mr. Senibo Opuene Iyalla, 7 years’ mind. (ii) Navy Capt. F. Oluwole Bucknor, 12 years’ mind. (iii) Mrs. Rebecca Ibironke Lucas (nee Oluwole), 48 years’ mind.
Family Intercession: Families of Lady Dupe Akin-Taylor, Dr. J.A. Akindele, Dr. and Mrs. Dayo Akinrele, Mrs. Yinka Akinwale-Eko, Prof. and Mrs. Akinyanju, Arc. Remi Akodu, Mr. Modupe Alakija,CPA, Prof. (Mrs.) Grace Alele-Williams, Late Mrs. Josephine Modupe Aluko,CPA, Mr. Wole Amure, Mr. Subomi Adebowale Fashola, Late Mr. Victor Wey.
Prayer for Businesses D.F Groups, Favoured One Catering Services, Signet Film Works, Famfa Oil Ltd, South Atlantic Petroleum(Sapetro), Bendel Electric Distribution Company, Vigeo Holding Limited, The Carpenter’s House, De Wax Aluminium Co. Ltd, CO. George & Co. Belton Link Furniture,Nu-Lyne Int’l (Nig.) Ltd, Quintus Projects Ltd, Kemabom Catering Services.
9.00 a.m. There will be a meeting of The Koinonia. 9.00 a.m. Cathedral Missionary Society worship at Igboologun
9.15 a.m. The Finance and General Purpose Sub-Committee will meet at the Cathedral Library. after Mattins: (i) The Monthly General Meeting of the Cathedral Ladies Friendly Society will hold at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
(ii) The Cathedral Women’s Guild Auxiliary will meet at the Fellowship Centre.
(iii) The Monthly Meeting of the Cathedral Busy Bees Women’s Society will hold at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
(iv) The Cathedral Ladies Armour Bearer will meet at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
(v) There will be a meeting of the Girls’ Guild at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
(vii) The Security Sub-Committee Meeting will take place at the Fellowship Centre.
(viii) The Welfare Sub-Committee meeting will take place at the Lagos Anglican Diocese Seminary.
11.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. Clinic NO CLINIC CALL ON ANY DOCTOR OR NURSE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.
1.30 p.m. General Meeting of the Cathedral Youth Fellowship at the Fellowship Centre.
Bible in a year: 1 Chr. 19-21; Psalm 69
6.45 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrant: Revd. Olusegun Lufadeju Epistle: Acts 1: 1-14 Gospel: Luke 20:9-19 Points for Prayer The Rt. Revd. Jonathan Sanni Bamaiyi, Bishop of the Diocese of Katsina. Mrs. Theresa Mogekwu Bamaiyi President, Mothers’ Union, Women’s Guild and Girls Guild Diocese of Katsina. All Church Organist in the Diocese. The Bishop of the Diocese of Northern Luzon (Philippines) The Rt. Revd. Esteban Sabawil.
Birthday Intercession: Mrs. Esohe Odugbesan, Mrs. Yewande Abayomi-Ofom, Mr. Anthony Imoukhuede, Mr. Olayinka Peter Ajisafe, Master Oluwatobiloba Boluwatife Aboaba, Master Amuchechukwu Peters, Mr. Olufemi Olusegun Adekunle, Miss Bolaoluwa Asaolu, Mr. David Eze, Mr. Ezekiel Okeke, Miss Durodola Oluwunmi Funsho, Miss Olubufayo Felicia Adedokun, Miss Oluwadamilare Adedokun, Miss Anuoluwapo Oyelakin.
Wedding Anniversary Intercession for: Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Nylander, 17th Wedding Anniversary Memorial Intercession for: (i) Mrs. Olugbolahan Abisogun-Alo, 5 years’ mind. (ii) Ms. Data Don Pedro, 9 years’ mind. (iii) Mrs. Josephine Wellesley Jones, 42 years’ mind.
4.00 p.m. Women Bible Class - Bible Study - Proper Parental Guidance by The Revd. Olusegun Lufadeju.
Tuesday - 15/06/2021 Colour: GREEN Day 166 Bible in a year: 1 Chr. 22,23; Gal. 2
6.45a.m. Holy Communion Celebrant: Revd. Henry Mooh Epistle: Acts 1:15-26 Gospel: Luke 20: 19-26 Points for Prayer Late Rt. Revd. Dr. Augustine A. Omole, Bishop of the Diocese of Sokoto.(Just passed into glory). We pray for the wife and the children. Also for the Diocese. Mrs. Felicia O. Omole, President, Mothers’ Union, Women’s Guild and Girls Guild Diocese of Sokoto. The Revd. Paul Oluwaseun Tehinmosan. Mr. Verkey Verghese, Bishop Nominee, Diocese of Lagos. The Bishop of the Diocese of Northern Malawi (Central Africa) The Rt. Revd. Fanuel Emmanuel Magangani.
Birthday Intercession: Mr. Akinsola Michael Euba, Mr. Oladapo Phillips, Mr. Adeyemi Oladipo Doherty, Mr. Adeleke Akinyemi Oseni, Mr. Kelechi ThankGod Madukasi, Lady Comfort Enodien, Mrs. Victoria Taiwo John, Mrs. Folashade Benedicta Sanyaolu, Mr. E. Ibikuno Ibhugom, Mr. Abiola Pedro, Mr. Idowu Disu, Mr. Anthony Olusegun Bamgbose, Mr. Edwin Madubuofu, Mrs. Sumbo Oniwinde, Mr. Lawrence Samuel, Mr. Hugh Oluwole Shogbola.
6.00 p.m. Choir Practice
Bible in a year 1 Chr. 24-27; Gal. 3
6.45 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrant: The Provost Epistle: Acts 2: 1-21 Gospel: Luke 20: 27-40 Points for Prayer The Most Revd. Edmund E. Akanya, Bishop of the Diocese of Kebbi. Mrs. Priscilla Z. Akanya, President, Mothers’ Union, Women’s Guild and Girls Guild Diocese of Kebbi. Mrs. Deborah Olajumoke Adenekan. The Bishop of the Diocese of Northern Michigan (Province V, The Episcopal Church, USA) The Rt. Revd. Rayford Ray.
Birthday Intercession for: Mrs. Bamidele Oluwaseun Rasaki (nee Fagbohungbe)(40), Mr. Adeleke Oseni, Dr. Olabiyi Odugbesan, Mr. Ikechukwu Okoli, Mr. Bamidele Ijimakinwa-Bailey, Miss Ann Okeoghene Utomakili-Davies, Mr. Kari Omajuwa Omatsola, Master Oyetola Adams, Mr. Akintunde Ajayi, Master David Ayotunde Ekisola, Mrs. Patience Tracy Oghogo, Mr. Joseph Oluwatosin Osho, Mr. Peter Olabisi, Mr. Bukola Badejo-Okusanya, Miss Adegunle Olayemi Olusola, Miss Olive Tolulope Spaine, Master Bukunmi Adegbonmire, Mr. Taiwo Dosunmu, Mr. Kehinde Dosunmu, Miss June Oluwashemilore Anuoluwapo Makinde.
Wedding Anniversary Intercession: Mr. & Mrs. Ogunmola
Memorial Intercession for: Mrs. Sweetie Abimbola (nee Awani), 3 years’ mind.
11.00 a.m. Altar Call: Mrs. Oluwaseun Rasaki, 40th Birthday Thanksgiving 5.00 p.m. Prayer Meeting
Thursday - 17/06/2021 Colour: GREEN Day 168 Bible in a year: 1 Chr. 28,29; Psalms 70,71
6.45 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrant: Revd. Dr. Oluwaseun Adeyemi Epistle: Acts 2: 22-36 Gospel: Luke 20:41-21.4 Points for Prayer The Rt. Revd. Yussuf I. Lumu, Bishop of the Diocese of Dutse. Mrs. Fibi M. Yussuf Lumu, President, Mothers’ Union and Women’s Guild, Diocese of Dutse. Mrs. Olufunmilayo Abosede Fadipe. 21st Wedding Anniversary, Revd. & Mrs. Asoliye Douglas-West. The Bishops of the Dioceses of Northern Philippines (Philippines) The Rt. Revd. Brent Alawas; Suffragan Bishop of the Northern Philippines (Philippines) The Rt. Revd. Miguel Yamoyam.
Birthday Intercession: Mrs. Folajogun Akande-Akinsete, Mr. Eric Ugo Nkerem, Mrs. Bennet Uzonna Ezeokeke, Mrs. Temitope Alaba Adenuga, Master Frank Sowo Okechukwu, Miss Faith Adedayo Adewale, Mr. Olatunbosun Ajakaiye, Mrs. Esther Funke Awoleye, Master Moyo Akinade, Mr. Kolawole Babatunde Coker, Miss Oluwatosin Dekalu-Thomas, Mr. Oluwatosin Doherty, Mrs. Oladoyin Jacob, Mr. Oluwatosin Joseph Oso, Mrs Margaret Ayomipo Odili (nee Phillips), Mr. Obafemi Phillips.
Memorial Intercession for: Omoba Olusegun Adeyinka Majekodunmi, 46 years’ mind.
10.00 a.m. DIOCESAN WORKERS’ MEETING AT THE CATHEDRAL
6.00 p.m. Choir Practice
Bible in a year 2 Chr. 1,2; Galatins 4
6.45 a.m. Celebrant: Revd. Canon Emmanuel Fadipe Epistle: Acts 2:37-47 Gospel: Luke 21:5-19 Points for Prayer The Rt. Revd. Dr. Ali Buba Lamido, Bishop of the Diocese of Wusasa. Mrs. Mary Lamido, President, Mothers’ Union, Women’s Guild and Girls’ Guild of Diocese of Wusasa. Chief Mrs. Modupe Fasina, Diocesan Director of Elders’ Fellowship Directorate. The Bishop of the Diocese of Northern Territory; The (Queensland, Australia) The Rt. Revd. Greg Anderson.
Birthday Intercession: Mrs. Oluyemisi George (nee Meadows), Mr. Olaniyi Tolulope Tayo, Mr. Alfred OreOlorun Ore-Dawodu, Mrs. Elizabeth Adeola Ogidiolu, Ms. Olubunmi Oluyinka Ogutuga, Mr. Emmanuel Cole, Miss Grace Olawunmi Alake Ologunoye, Master Segun Oshinaike, Master Goriola Ademiluyi, Miss Peace Eke-Opara, Master Babajide George, Mr. Asebhmaziba Paul Ibhugom, Mr. Babajide Martins, Mrs. June Fatima Vincent, Master Thomas Adebayo Nylander, Miss Sharon Adebanjo, Mr. Chukwudi Henry Nebeife, Master Godswill Oruasah, Mr. John Richard Vaughan, Miss Kelechi O. Nwokoma.
Memorial Intercession: (i) Mrs. Janet Malomo Doherty, 8 years’ mind. (ii) Mr. Charles Ayodele Ogunro, 12 years’ mind. (iii) Mr. Akinyemi Adeseye, 55 years’ mind.
5.00 p.m. Bible Study
Bible in a year: 2 Chr. 3-5; Gal. 5
7.45 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrant: Revd. Olawole Faloye Epistle: Acts 3: 2-11 Gospel: Luke 21: 20-28 Points for Prayer: The Rt. Revd. John Garba Danbinta, Bishop of the Diocese of Gusau. Mrs. Helen J.G. Danbinta, President Mothers’ Union and Women’sGuild and Girls’ Guild, Diocese of Gusau. The Ven. Ayodeji Oluwarotimi Bamikiya. The Revd. Canon Francis Abimbola Aduroja. The Bishop of the Diocese of Northern Uganda (Uganda) The Rt. Revd. Johnson Gakumba.
Birthday Intercession: Mr. Olukorede Kayode Oguntayo, Mr. Oyedipo Ehizua Imohimi, Prince Aderogbayimika Ademiluyi, Miss Adetola Dawodu, Mr. Babatunde Coker, Miss Nkiruka Onyedinachi Udemba, Master Toluwani Ojora, Miss Folasade Sowande, Mrs. Olulola Oshikoya, Master Ezekiel Adebayo Adeyanju, Mrs. Folake Emily Daji- Odumosu, Mrs. Esther Okubanjo, Mr. Chukwudi Henry Nedeife, Mrs. Lilian Nkeiruka Ekisola.
Memorial Intercession: (i) Mrs. Kofoworola Pratt, 29 years’ mind. (ii) Chief Frank Sunmola Giwa-Osagie, 34 years’ mind.
10.00 a.m. Cathedral Women’s Praise Day 2021
4.00 p.m Ordination Rehearsal
Bible Study Outline
THEME: COVENANT WITH THE LIVING GOD SUB-THEME: Family and Covenant with the Living God TOPIC: Family and Covenant with the Living God TOPIC: The Essential of godly family - Unity TEXT: Psalm 133; 1 Cor. 1:10 - 17
AIMS: i. to know that unity is one of the fruits of a godly family ii. to see the effect of unity in a godly family
INTRODUCTION: The Christian family as a part of the Church should not allow division in itself. There should be no division between children and parents. In the Corinthian Church, factions became the ‘little foxes’ that destroyed the hedge around it. Apostle Paul was quick to address the situation, having great regard to the havoc factions can cause - 1 Cor. 1:13.
STUDY GUIDE:
1. What does this sentence mean “united we stand, divided we fall” with reference to family life?
2. Explain the beauty and strength of a united family according to these passages: Psalm 133; Gen. 11:1 - 6; Acts 2: 1-2, 41
3. What are the dangers of disunity in a family? Amos 3:3; Matt. 12:25.
4. Mention some causes of disunity in a godly family and in the Church of God and possible ways to tackle it. Matt. 18:15; Lk 17:3-4; Acts 6:1-4; 15:7,12
CONCLUSION: A family, church, community or nation can only achieve greatness in the atmosphere of unity. Therefore, Christians should love and respect for others’ opinions because, where God rules, every family members’ opinion is welcomed and respected.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Families, be united! A broom stick breaks more easily, whereas a bunch of broom is harder to break.
MEMORY VERSE: Psalm 133:1
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!”
SPIRITUAL TONIC FOR THE WEEK Matthew 7:7
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you”.
My Father and God, You are the only One who supplies the needs of mankind and never fails. As I look up to You in prayer open the heaven upon my life and bless me. When I ask according to Your will, let me receive. In my seeking may I find my heart desires. When I knock, open to me the doors of divine favour, mercies, victory, and upliftment. Establish me in righteousness so that I may receive the fulness of joy as I daily make my request to You in prayer through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
DIOCESAN ANTHEM (TUNE: AUSTRIA)
1. Lagos Diocese, Premier Diocese Of Anglican Communion We are Primus inter pares First among equals, bless’d one Tenth December, nineteen nineteen Praise the Lord!, He’s done great things Lagos Diocese, foremost Diocese Came to be, through love and peace.
2. Our Divine Mandate of five-fold, Clear and apt, to build the Church, From above came like that of old, For the mission of the Church, Priestly, Pastoral, Prophetic, Pray’r and Praise to reach a peak, Help, O Lord Thy charge to fulfill, Thy perfect will to do still.
3. God our Father, bless our Diocese, Bless our Bishop, we pray Thee Bless Thy people of this Diocese Our existence, keep for Thee, All believers to edify, And Thy name to glorify, Multiply Disciples for Thee, And at last to reign with Thee. Amen April, 2019
MEET WITH THE DIOCESAN We are all invited to connect with our Bishop and Missioner, The Rt. Revd. Dr. Humphrey Bamisebi Olumakaiye on social media. Follow, like and share the Diocesan programmes and activities via our handles: Facebook, Instagram & Youtube: @dioceseoflagos Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: @drolumakaiye We can also send in our Prayer requests and testimonies to: [email protected].
TITHE: Remember to pay your Tithe* (into Cathedral Zenith Bank Account Number)
(The tithe is a tenth of all our increase) ‘You shall tithe all the yield of your seed that comes from the field, year by year’ Deut. 14:22. SUSTENTATION Please pay your Sustentation/Church Dues (for the upkeep of the Church to: First Bank: 2000519164 (Kindly indicate the following: Name & Sustentation No)
PAYMENT INTO CHURCH’S ACCOUNTS
“Honour the LORD with your possession... so your barns will be filled with plenty”. Proverbs 3: 9&10.
Your kind and generous donations to the Cathedral will be highly appreciated. Below are the Church’s Bank Accounts. ------No PURPOSE BANK ACCT NO ------1. Social Welfare Service Unit Polaris Bank 1770128010
2. Cathedral Clinic First Bank 2000514561
3. Church Donations GT Bank 0124088211
4. Sustentation First Bank 2000519164
5. Family Harvest/Harvest Donations FCMB 0130543010
Union Bank 0071028724
You can also visit the Cathedral website www.thecathedrallagos.org to make your donations. GOD WILL COUNTENANCE YOUR SACRIFICE
ON THE LIGHTER SIDE An elderly patient needs a heart transplant and discusses his options with his doctor. The doctor says, ‘We have three possible donors. One is a young, healthy athlete. The second is a middle-aged businessman who never drank or smoked, and the third is an attorney who just died after practising law for 30 years.’ ‘I’ll take the lawyer’s heart,’ says the patient. ‘Why?’ asks the doctor, The patient replies, ‘it’s never been used.’
NOTICES
31/5/2021 - Women’s Visitation 7/6/2021 - Prayer Meeting - Prayer for Children by Mrs. Haniel Adeyemi. 12/6/2021 - Women Bible Quiz at Faith Plaza, Bariga 14/6/2021 - Bible Study - Proper Parental Guidiance by Revd. Olusegun Lufadeju 19/6/2021 - Cathedral Women Praise Day. Host: Cathedral Ladies League 21/6/2021 - Health Talk - Pain Management by Dr. (Mrs) Angela Osagie.
Payment of Sacrifice - Women’s and Girls’ Organisations May God bless and prosper you as you give monthly towards Women’s work in the Diocese. Thank you for giving to the Lord. Kindly make cheques payable to Womens’ & Girls’ Organisations, Diocese of Lagos.
THIS MONTH IN THE HISTORY OF THE CATHEDRAL - JUNE - By Church History Sub-Committee 1913 June 2 The Parochial Committee renewed its proposal for the building of a Cathedral at the Marina site at the cost of 8,000 pounds sterling.
June 4 The Parochial Committee adopted a motion for the reconstruction of Christ Church as the Pro-Cathedral of the new Diocese.
1926 June 4 Introduction of Cathedral system, with the inauguration of Chapter, and appointment of Dean, Canons, etc.
June 6(a) Ante-Communion Service song by the Choir for the first time.
(b) Parochial Committee was renamed Standing Committee.
1929 June 15 Dedication of first section of the Cathedral costing 14,500 pounds by Bishop Melville Jones, assisted by Bishop Isaac Oluwole and Bishop Smith. NEEDS OF THE CATHEDRAL Donations are vital to the Cathedral’s future, and your gift will make a difference. Kindly donate towards the purchase of any of the items listed below. Thank you.
1. 3 LG Led 65 inch TV 2. Toyota Hilux Van - N25 million 3. Toyota Hiace Bus - N23 million 4. PTZ Optics 20x-NDI Cameras (5Nos) with accessories - N6,546,000 5. 6 1.5Hp Window Unit Airconditioner @ N115,00 each 6. 2 2Hp Window Unit Airconditioner @ 170,00 0 each 7. 2 2Hp Split Unit Airconditions @ N170,000 each
SUNDAY 20/06/2021 THIRD SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Stewards on Duty: Group D Colour: GREEN
Theme: EVIDENCE OF VICTORY (i) Peace of Mind and Rest on all sides
Celebrant: Ven. Henry Adelegan O.T. I Kings 4: 20-28 The Clergy Epistle: Phillipians 4: 4-7 The Clergy Gospel: John 14: 27-30 Ven. Henry Adelegan Address: Canon Residentiary Prayers: The Clergy Thanksgiving at the Altar
9.00 a.m. There will be a meeting of The Koinonia.
Theme: EVIDENCE OF VICTORY (i) Peace of Mind and Rest on all sides Cantor: The Provost Sermon: Revd. Olusegun Lufadeju O.T.: I Kings 4: 20-28 N.T. Phillipians 4: 4-7 Reader: Mr. Bola Adegbonmire Prayer: The Clergy Thanksgiving at the Altar After Mattins (i) There will be a meeting of the Mothers’ Union at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
(ii) The Monthly General Meeting of the Choirwives/Choir Parents Association will hold in the Choir Vestry.
(iii) The Monthly General Meeting of the Cathedral Missionary Society will hold at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
(v) There will be a meeting of the Girls’ Guild at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
(iv) Executive Committee Meeting of the Cathedral Circle will take place at the Fellowship Centre.
11.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. Clinic NO CLINIC CALL ON ANY DOCTOR OR NURSE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.
(Special Programme)
WELCOME A warm welcome to this and every worship in this Cathedral. Whether you have come from far or near, may you find real joy and inspiration in this service. We are very happy to see you and hope that you will come again.
GENERAL NOTICES 1. Cathedral Women’s Praise Day 2021 Another edition of the Cathedral Women’s Praise Day will hold on Saturday, 19th June, 2021, by 10.00 a.m. The theme is “PRAISING TO BREAKTHROUGH” (2 Chronicles 20:20-22; Joshua 6:5). Come along with your friend. Dress Code: Turquoise Blue. Host: Cathedral Ladies League Please: Creche will be available for children and mothers are encouraged to please take advantage of this. Nursing mothers are welcome.
2. CATHEDRAL GUILD OF STEWARDS Members are to kindly note that the Training Retreat has been re-scheduled to hold on Saturday, June 26th, 2021 between the hours of 9am and 2p.m. All prior arrangements remain the same. We sincerely regret any inconveniences this shift of date might have caused.
3. *Raffle! Raffle!! Feast of Dedication 2021* Raffle Draw: Sunday July 4, 2021 Time: After Combined Service Venue: To Be Confimed *Star Prize: Trip to Abeokuta by Train (with Tour Guide), traveling Business Class. Climb Olumo Rock and visit the Presidential Library* Other Prizes: fridges, freezers, washing machine, electric kettles, smart watches, air pods and loads more Tickets - N200 each and N4,000 per booklet of 20 tickets - are available from the YWCA book stand, Maureen Okwuchi, Bunmi Ogutuga and ‘Kemi Awodein. Get your tickets *NOW*!!!!
4. Women’s Wave of Prayer: The annual prayer and fasting programme for Women holds between Monday 21st and 25th June, 2021. There will be prayer session and breaking of fast daily at 4.00 p.m.
5. Diocesan Women’s Mid Year Thanksgiving and Provincial Day of Fasting: Date: Sunday, 27th June, 2021 Venue: Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, Lagos Time: 1.00 p.m. Colour Code: All Shades of Blue/Green All women are expected to be there. Remain blessed.
6. Family Harvest 2021 The following are the dates for the Family Harvest this year. July: 18st 25th August: 1st 15th 22th 29th September 12th 19th 26th October 10th 17th 24th Parishoners are invited to pick up their booking cards from the Membership Office. Be reminded that you can always change your selected date but please inform a member of the Family Harvest team so that the change is reflected in our records. Family Harvest Sub-Committee members: - Omooba Seun Adewunmi 08179008277, Miss Iyabo Aboaba- 08033022587, Olatunji Jolayemi, Lawrence Edegware. Please come forward and give thanks to the Almighty as one family. May the good Lord bless you.
7. Harvest Season 2021 The Harvest Season is here again. We give glory to God for His past mercies and for bountiful harvest tides. Cathedral Youth Fellowship hosts this year’s Harvest and we pray that God will see them through. Below are the details of the Harvest Season Events: (a) Sunday, 11th July, 2021, Harvest Launching (b) Saturday, 7th August, 2021, Children’s Treat (c) Sunday, 8th August, 2021, Cultural Harvest (d) Sunday, 5th September, 2021, Children’s and Young People’s Harvest (e) Sunday, 3rd October, 2021, Professionals’ Harvest (f) Saturday, 10th October, 2021, Harvest Prayer Breakfast (g) Sunday, 7th November, 2021, Adults’ Harvest Thanksgiving (h) Sunday, 14th November, 2021, Gleaners’ Harvest
Harvest Theme: “SACRIFICE TO GOD WITH THANKSGIVING, PAY YOUR VOW.” - Jonah 2:9
8. ADMISSION! ADMISSION!! ADMISSION!!! Admission form into the DIOCESE OF LAGOS DELIGHT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS, APAPA for all round development of your child is now available. The forms are available in the SCHOOL AT THE BURSAR’S OFFICE upon the payment of N3000 (Three thousand Naira) for the secondary school form and N2000 (Two thousand Naira) for the Nursery and primary into the school account with the following details: Account Name: Diocese of Lagos Delight International Schools. Account Number: 2036035876 - First Bank Proceed with your teller to pick your form(s) at the Bursar’s office. All completed forms must be returned to the school before 26th June, 2021. Thanks you.
9. Home Call: We announce the home call of Mrs. Gladys Olufunmilayo Ige Osagie on Saturday, 5th June, 2021. She was 92 years. She was a member of Cathedral Ladies Armour Bearers Funeral arrangements are as follows: Saturday, 3rd July, 2021 at 3.00 p.m. Service of Songs Thursday, 15th July, 2021 - Christian Wake-keep. Friday, 16th July, 2021 - Funeral Service at St. Stephen’s and St. Marks Anglican Church, Lewisham, London, England. May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
10. Mid-Week Fellowship and Love Feast: Are you celebrating your birthday or any joyous occasion in your family or remembering a loved one? Think of sharing your joys with the less privileged, who can give you nothing in return, but are being led to Christ by us. Sponsor a Wednesday afternoon. Cost is N40,000 per Wednesday. You can pay part of an afternoon’s cost. See Omoba Ademola or the Parish Clerk during the week. Thank you and God bless.
11. (a) Fellowship Hour - Sunday 13/06/2021 We thank Mrs. Florence Ola who hosts the Fellowship Hour after 7.15 a.m. and 9.15a.m. services today to mark her birthday which was marked on 12th June, 2021. God will continue to grant her good health, joy and happiness throughout the days of her life.
(b) Fellowship Hour Booking - June - August, 2021 Sunday, 20/6/2021 - Olori Olayide Ademola to mark her 80th Birthday on 20th June, 2021 after 9.15 a.m. service only Sunday, 27/6/2021 - Vacant after 7.15 a.m. and 9.15 a.m. Services. Sunday, 11/7/2021 - Vacant after 7.15 a.m. and 9.15 a.m. Services. Sunday, 25/7/2021 -Vacant after 7.15 a.m. and 9.15 a.m. Services. Sunday, 8/8/2021 - Mr. Doyin Ogun in memory of his late mother, Mrs. Omowunmi Adedolapo Ogun who died 10 years ago on 8th August,2011Sunday, 22/8/2021- Ms. Oyinda Daramola to mark her 70th Birthday on 22nd August, 2021.
(c) Fellowship Hour - Parishioners who are not the main hosts of the Fellowship Hour but who wish to celebrate any events in their lives or who will like to simply contribute to the ‘community spirit of the Cathedral are encouraged to do so by providing fruits, cakes, muffins, etc. Such parishioners should please contact Omoba Adegbola Ademola.
(d) Advance Bookings - Fellowship Hour 2021 The following dates are available for booking for Fellowship Hour on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of 2021. Please indicate your preferences on first come first served. 7.15 a.m. 9.15 a.m. Sundays 12&26/9/2021 Vacant Vacant Sunday 10/10/2021 Vacant Vacant Sunday 24/10/2021 Booked Booked Sunday 14/11/2021 Booked Booked Sunday 28/11/2021 Vacant Vacant Sunday 12/12/2021 Vacant Vacant Sunday 26/12/2021 Booked Booked
WELFARE SUB-COMMITTEE Parishioners should please inform either the Welfare Sub-Committee on 08088930045; 0802 787 2516 or Mrs Mary Ojutiwon (Provost’s Secretary) - Tel No. 08053322557 of any one that has not been present in the Church for some time (young or old) either due to illness or any other reason whatsoever and who needs to be given Communion at home.
The SWSU Panel wishes through this medium, to appreciate all those who are helping the needy through the Unit (SWSU) in cash and kind. God Almighty will bless and enrich you more in Jesus name. Amen.
(a) Sponsorship: Our Social Welfare Service Unit is seeking sponsorship for the following. Part payments will be gratefully appreciated.
1. Mr. Adewole Bashiru (52 yrs): He needs to undergo total hip replacement the cost of the surgery would be N1,313,500 at National Orthopaedic Hospital Igbobi.
2. Mr. Ariyo Oladeinde Itunuoluwa (61 yrs) - Poor vision): He was diagnosed with Total Retinal Detachment and would need eye surgery. The cost is N1.8m.
3. Mrs. Polly Osigbodi was diagonised of Glaucoma and she would need the sum of N221,000 for treatment.
4. Master Oladosun Olabode-16 yrs (Visually Impaired) He needs the sum of N300,000 for his education in the vocational training for the blind.
5. Mr. Daodu Opeyemi Andrew (Visually Impaired): He needs the sum of N120,000 to complete his payment for 300 level and for 400 level at the Adekunle Ajasin University, Ondo State.
6. Master Josiah Oluwaseteminire (9 yrs): He needs the sum of N180,000 to complete her Primary education. She is now in Basic 4 at N20,000 per term.
7. Mr. Aderogba Gbadebo Michael (21 yrs): He needs a total sum of N300,000 for his full tuition fees from 100 L to 400L at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye.
8. Mr. Adebisi Oluwashina Ayomi (Visually Impaired): He needs the sum of N201,600 to complete his tertiary Education. He is currently in 200L and the tuition fee is N67,200 per session.
9. Mrs. Sosanya Rebecca Oluwatoyin -52 yrs (Visually impaired) She needs the sum of N78,500 to carry out surgery of the eye.
10. Olusanya Olaide (8 yrs): She need the sum of N300,000 to complete her Primary Education. She is now in Basic 2 at N20,000 per term.
11. Dada Janet (45 yrs): She needs a sum of N431,200.00 to undergo a surgery on her leg at National Orthopaedic Hospital Igbobi, Lagos.
(b) The members of the Social Welfare Service Unit would appreciate the donation of fairly used clothes, shoes for both young and old, and also food items like Rice, Gari, Beans, Provisions, etc.
PRAYER FOR THE YEAR Heavenly Father, what a privilege and joy it is to have the freedom to draw near to Your throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find help in time of need. We thank You for the days of our lives - the past, the present and the future - they are all in Your hand. Father as the days get darker and wickedness increases, we ask that Your presence will go with us in all our journeys; grant us wisdom and courage to face the time and tides of this year, empower us with Your strength and make us victorious in all our battles - physical and spiritual, through the merit of the Captains of our Salvation, Jesus Christ our Lord. (Amen)
TEXT: DEUTERONOMY 20:4
STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF CHRIST MY KING SS&S 877 Tune: Standing on the promises of Christ, my King 1. Standing on the promises of Christ, my King, Through eternal ages let his praises ring; Glory in the highest, I will shout and sing, Standing on the promises of God.
Standing, standing, Standing on the promises of God, my Savior; Standing, standing, I’m standing on the promises of God.
2. Standing on the promises that cannot fail. When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail, By the living Word of God I shall prevail, Standing on the promises of God.
3. Standing on the promises I now can see Perfect, present cleansing in the blood for me Standing in the liberty where Christ makes free Standing on the promises of God.
4. Standing on the promises of Christ, the Lord, Bound to Him eternally by love’s strong cord, Overcoming daily with the Spirit’s sword, Standing on the promises of God.
5. Standing on the promises I cannot fall, Listening every moment to the Spirit’s call, Resting in my Saviour as my All in all, Standing on the promises of God.
ATTENDANCE FOR LAST WEEK FIRST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY - 6/06/2021
7.15 a.m. Holy Communion(Youtube 147/Facebook 152 views)..... 309 9.15 a.m. Cathedral Youth Church...... 24 9.15 a.m. Choral Mattins...... (Youtube 327 /Facebook 244) ...... 291
Week-Day Services - Saturday - Friday HC HC Saturday Wednesday 05/06/2021 12 09/06/2021 48
Monday Thursday 07/06/2021 14 10/06/2021 17
Tuesday Friday 08/06/2021 18 11/06/2021 26
. Coming Events (June, 2021)
18/6/2021 - Cathedral Ladies Friendly Society visit to Physically Challenged Home. 19/6/2021 - Cathedral Ladies Friendly Society visit to Physically Challenged Home. 19/6/2021 - LADGOS Mid-Year Service 20/6/2021 - Fathers’ Day at 9.15 a.m. Service 20/6/2021 - Trinity Ordination Service 24/6/2021 - Feast of John the Baptist 27/6/2021 - Physical Meeting of the Cathedral Ladies Helpers’ Union and the Youth Wing will take place at the Lagos Anglican Diocesan Seminary.
SOUL FOOD 24/2021
“And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests…” -Ephesians 6:18
According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, Communication is a process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behaviour. Also, in the art of warfare, Military communication is the transmission of information from reconnaissance and other units in contact with the enemy and the means for exercising command by the transmission of orders and instructions of commanders to their subordinates. It comprises all means of transmitting messages, orders, and reports, both in the field and at sea and between headquarters and distant installations or ships. Military communication thus plays an important role in warfare. The military side which has better communications than the opposing side is likely to be victorious in battle. Similarly, in the spiritual battle, the art of communication with the Commander in Chief is key to being victorious. To be armed with both defensive and offensive weapons is good but maintaining a link with the Commander is also important and not negotiable. Apostle Paul did not lose sight of this in the list of the full armour of God. He gives all the armour to fight with and crown it with the means of spiritual communication which is Prayer offered in Spirit. He says: “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests…” Ephesians 6:18
In the battle that we face against the kingdom of darkness, God has not left us without help. We fight from a position of victory in Christ and have the Holy Spirit inside of us. We have spiritual weapons and armour to fight against every attack of the enemy and to advance the kingdom of God. Prayer offered in Spirit - the seventh piece of armour activates these other weapons in the panoply and brings us to the position of victory in Christ when face to face with the enemies because the purpose of prayer is to enable the person praying to gain a direct experience of the recipient of the prayer.
Offering prayer in Spirit is approaching the throne of grace in humble and devout intercession and supplication entirely on God’s terms, not ours. I need to say here that Prayer offered in Spirit does not refer to speaking in tongues or any other charismatic experience. It simply means to pray according to God’s Word and according to his promptings, in other words, it is the opening of our lives to the filling of the Holy Spirit and pray according to His leading. The Bible says: “And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we do not know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s own will. (Romans 8:26&27 NLT). Hence, praying in the Spirit is an indispensable part of the Christian life as it connects the believer with God and cultivates a vital relationship with the resurrected and reigning Lord Jesus Christ. Prayer is not so much the articulation of words as the posture of the heart. John MacArthur says: “To pray in Spirit is to live in continual God-consciousness, where everything we see, and the experience becomes a kind of prayer… In other words, our life becomes a continually ascending prayer, a perpetual communing with our heavenly Father.”
The disciples of Jesus expressed their desire to pray in the Spirit in Luke 11:1; they said: “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.” If we are going to win the battle of life, we must learn how to pray in the Holy Spirit without ceasing. We must return to it throughout the day like a hacking cough, and like an army launching continual military assaults. We must train ourselves to live in God’s presence i. e. bringing every thought and concern before the Lord. This is necessary for our spiritual battle.
The armour of God as given by Apostle Paul in Ephesians 6:10-18 represents attitudes and actions that believers must practice to be victorious on the spiritual battlefield. As we have discovered in this series, it includes the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, the sword of the Spirit, and Prayer offered in Spirit. No Christian soldier can win without them.
Apostle Paul unequivocally enjoins believers to: “…be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armour of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore, put on the full armour of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. (Ephesians 6:10-13).
I urge you because of the Lord’s mercies, let us strive to possess the full armour of God, not lacking in any, and let us fight on in the battle against the world, the devil, and sin. The days in which we live are evil and perilous, only those who are protected by the full of armour of God can come out victorious. It is my fervent prayer that you will be victorious in Jesus’ name. Amen
Have a Blessed Week!
The one who serves among you,
Very Revd. Adebola Ojofeitimi Provost Prince ‘Dapo Opeaye...... People’s Warden Mr. Adeyinka Shonekan...... Provost’s Warden Mr. Tunde Sosan - 070 316 91851, 081 369 95393 ..Master of the Music and Organist Revd. Henry Mooh - 0803 218 4422...... Altar Servers/Care Ministry Revd. Olusegun Lufadeju - 0703 847 8142... Children’s Church/Missionary Society Revd. Dr. Oluwaseun M. Adeyemi - 0806 462 5305 Revd Olawole Faloye - 0806 620 9914...... Prison/Youth Revd. Canon Emmanuel Fadipe - 0803 435 9230...... Elders’ Fellowship/SWSU Ven. Henry Adelegan - 0816 535 5634 ...... Harvest Sub-Committee Very Revd. Adebola Ojofeitimi - 0810 300 6551 ...... Evangelism
Rt. Revd. Dr. Humphrey Bamisebi Olumakaiye,Ph.D Diocesan Bishop
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