JULY 3-10, 2011

The Gospel text for next Sunday is the Parable of the Sower.

Matthew 13:1-9,18-23

Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. Such great crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat there, while the whole crowd stood on the beach. And he told them many things in parables, saying: “Listen! A sower went out to sow. And as he sowed, some seeds fell on the path, and the birds came and ate them up. Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they did not have much soil, and they sprang up quickly, since they had no depth of soil. But when the sun rose, they were scorched; and since they had no root, they withered away. Other seeds fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked them. Other seeds fell on good soil and brought forth grain, some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. Let anyone with ears listen!”

“Hear then the parable of the sower. When anyone hears the word of the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what is sown in the heart; this is what was sown on the path. As for what was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; yet such a person has no root, but endures only for a while, and when trouble or persecution arises on account of the word, that person immediately falls away. As for what was sown among thorns, this is the one who hears the word, but the cares of the world and the lure of wealth choke the word, and it yields nothing. But as for what was sown on good soil, this is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and yields, in one case a hundredfold, in another sixty, and in another thirty.”

THIS WEEK AT INCARNATION

Monday, July 4

Church and Parish House closed for Independence Day.

Almighty God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage: We humbly beseech thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of thy favor and glad to do thy will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners.  save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion into one united people the multitudes brought hither out of many kindreds and tongues. Endue with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in thy Name we entrust the authority of government, that there may be justice and peace at home, and that, through obedience to thy law, we may show forth thy praise among the nations of the earth. In the time of prosperity, fill our hearts with thankfulness, and in the day of trouble, suffer not our trust in thee to fail; all which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 5

8:00 am. Morning Prayer in the Chapel of the Nativity. All are welcome. Coffee and pastries are served after the prayer service.  Enter at 25 East 35 Street.

Wednesday, July 6

12:15 pm. Holy Eucharist.

Friday, July 8

12:15 pm. Holy Eucharist and Prayers for Healing.

SUNDAY, JULY 10

8:30 am:  Holy Eucharist. Homily: the Rector.

11:00 am: Morning Prayer. Sermon: the Rector. Nursery Care is available for children during the 11 o’clock service.

12:00 noon: A short service of Holy Eucharist follows Morning Prayer.

The Scripture Readings for Sunday: Genesis 25:19-34; Psalm 119:105-112; Romans 8:1-11; and Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23.

COMING UP AT INCARNATION

Tuesday, July 12

6:00-8:00 pm. Movie Night for Kids. A three-week series of entertainment for children: Prince of Egypt on a big screen; pizza, popcorn, and fruit served; childcare for infants and toddlers. The cost is $10 per child / $20 per family; series price of $25 per child / $50 per family. Call the church office, 212-689-6350, or email the Associate Rector, amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org, to purchase tickets.

Wednesday, July 13

7:30 pm. Twenties and Thirties’ Drinks & Discussion. Meet at the Parish House, 209 Madison Avenue, and we will walk to a local bar for conversation.  First drink—be it a Coke or a beer—is on the church.  RSVP: amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org

Tuesday, July 19

6:00-8:00 pm. Movie Night for Kids. A three-week series of entertainment for children: The Miracle Maker on a big screen; pizza, popcorn, and fruit served; childcare for infants and toddlers. The cost is $10 per child / $20 per family; series price of $25 per child / $50 per family. Call the church office, 212-689-6350, or email the Associate Rector, amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org, to purchase tickets.

Wednesday, July 20

6:00-9:00 pm. Christmas in July. A crafts night to prepare for the annual Christmas Fair in December.  Whether crafty or not, please attend; there will be something for you to do.  Refreshments served.

Tuesday, July 26

6:00-8:00 pm. Movie Night for Kids. A three-week series of entertainment for children: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe on a big screen; pizza, popcorn, and fruit served; childcare for infants and toddlers. The cost is $10 per child / $20 per family; series price of $25 per child / $50 per family. Call the church office, 212-689-6350, or email the Associate Rector, amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org, to purchase tickets.

Sunday, July 31

11:00 am. Instructed Eucharist.

12:30 pm. Brunch, following the 11:00 am service, at a local restaurant.  Dutch treat.

Sunday, August 28

12:30 pm. Brunch, following the 11:00 am service, at a local restaurant.  Dutch treat.

Be well.

~the Rev. Amanda Kucik: amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org

More details available online: www.churchoftheincarnation.org

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