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Prelude: We Gather Together Keesecker
SURELY THE PRESENCE Worship #131
OPENING ACCLAMATION
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen.
THE COLLECT FOR PURITY
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 Christ our Lord. Amen.
SONG OF PRAISE: TRISAGION Hymnal S-102
Holy God,
Holy and Mighty, Holy Immortal One,
Have mercy upon us.
Celebrant The Lord be with you
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
FIRST READING: Daniel 7.1-3, 15-18
This passage bears strong resemblances to the New Testament book of Revelation. This is not a coincidence, the author of Revelation was deeply influenced by the apocalyptic literature of Israel, of which Daniel is a prime example.
In the first year of King Belshazzar of Babylon, Daniel had a dream and visions of his head as he lay in bed. Then he wrote down the dream: I, Daniel, saw in my vision by night the four winds of heaven stirring up the great sea, and four great beasts came up out of the sea, different from one another…. As for me, Daniel, my spirit was troubled within me, and the visions of my head terrified me. I approached one of the attendants to ask him the truth concerning all this. So he said that he would disclose to me the interpretation of the matter: "As for these four great beasts, four kings shall arise out of the earth. But the holy ones of the Most High shall receive the kingdom and possess the kingdom forever--forever and ever.”
Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people.
People Thanks be to God.
Psalm 149 (from The Book of Common Prayer)
This is one of five so-called "hallelujah psalms” ending the Psalter. No one can accurately determine its origins or early uses other than as part of this summation of the Psalms collection.
1 Hallelujah! Sing to the LORD a new song; *
sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.
2 Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; *
let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.
3 Let them praise his Name in the dance; *
let them sing praise to him with timbrel and harp.
4 For the LORD takes pleasure in his people *
and adorns the poor with victory.
5 Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; *
let them be joyful on their beds.
6 Let the praises of God be in their throat *
and a two-edged sword in their hand;
7 To wreak vengeance on the nations *
and punishment on the peoples;
8 To bind their kings in chains *
and their nobles with links of iron;
9 To inflict on them the judgment decreed; *
this is glory for all his faithful people. Hallelujah!
SECOND READING: Ephesians 1.11-23
Using the traditional Hebrew berakah, or prayer of blessing, as his model, Paul presents his majestic vision of humanity in God’s universal plan of salvation. Through the death, resurrection and ascension of Christ all things in heaven and earth have been brought under the reign of God’s sovereign love.
In Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things according to his counsel and will, so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; this is the pledge of our inheritance toward redemption as God's own people, to the praise of his glory. I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power for us who believe, according to the working of his great power. God put this power to work in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the age to come. And he has put all things under his feet and has made him the head over all things for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.
Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people.
People Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE HYMN: Rise up ye saints of God Hymnal #551
GOSPEL: Luke 6.20-31
Comparing Luke's version of the Beatitudes with those found in Matthew 5 can provide an interesting study. A common source lies behind them, but each author uses them for his own purposes.
Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke.
People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Then [Jesus] looked up at his disciples and said: "Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man. Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven; for that is what their ancestors did to the prophets. But woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation. Woe to you who are full now, for you will be hungry. Woe to you who are laughing now, for you will mourn and weep. Woe to you when all speak well of you, for that is what their ancestors did to the false prophets. But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt. Give to everyone who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again. Do to others as you would have them do to you.
Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
SEQUENCE HYMN: Rise up ye saints of God Hymnal #551
THE PRAYERS FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
O God, the King of saints, we praise and glorify your holy Name for all your servants who have finished their course in our faith and fear: for the blessed Virgin Mary; for the holy patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs; and for all your other righteous servants, known to us and unknown; especially…
Michelle Bright Barbara Bower Chris Burns Nancy Conner
Tom Connolly Maureen DeRusha Bernard East Brad Estes
Van Geoghegan Eric Kiehl Judy Leaver Patty Linde
Adrienne McGrain Joe Meghreblian Ron Meyer Elizabeth Neapolitan
Robert Roth Murray Smith Harold Trabilsy Nicki Trabilsy
Bill Woods
and others we now name…and we pray that, encouraged by their examples, aided by their prayers, and strengthened by their fellowship, we also may be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light; through the merits of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The people are invited to come forward, and light a candle in the memory of their loved ones who have entered into the fuller presence of our Lord.
And now, dear Lord, we seem to give them back to you, who gave them to us. Yet, as you did not lose them in giving, so we have not lost them in their return. For what is yours is always ours, if we are yours. And life is eternal; and love is immortal; and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight. Lift us up, strong Son of God, that we may see further; cleanse our eyes that we may see more clearly; draw us closer to yourself, that we may know ourselves nearer to our beloved who are with you; that where they are, and you are, we too one day may be. Amen.
May their souls, and the souls of all the departed rest in peace. Amen.
RENEWAL OF BAPTISMAL VOWS
Do you believe in God the Father?
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
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.
Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
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.
Will you continue in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of the bread, and in the prayers?
I will, with God’s help.
Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord?
I will, with God’s help.
Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?
I will, with God’s help.
Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?
I will, with God’s help.
Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?
I will, with God’s help.
May Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has given us a new birth by water and the Holy Spirit, and bestowed upon us the forgiveness of sins, keep us in eternal life by his grace, in Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.
THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
Father, we pray for your holy catholic Church;
That we all may be one.
Remembering The Church of the Province of West Africa, grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you;
That your Name may be glorified by all people.
We pray for all Sarah, the Archbishop of Canterbury-elect, Sean, our Presiding Bishop; Doug, our Bishop; Tom, our Rector; and Mary, our Deacon. We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons;
That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world;
That there may be justice and peace on the earth.
Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;
That our works may find favor in your sight.
Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;
That they may be delivered from their distress.
Give to the departed eternal rest;
Let light perpetual shine upon them.
We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy;
May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.
Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
We offer thanksgiving for those celebrating the anniversary of their birth, especially Hannah Gray, Chuck Kromer, Christine MacGregor; and for those celebrating the anniversary of their marriage.
O merciful Father, you have taught us in your holy Word that you do not willingly afflict or grieve your children: Look upon the victims of Hurricane Melissa. Remember them, O Lord, in mercy, nourish their souls with patience, comfort them with a sense of your goodness, lift up your countenance upon them, and give them strength, comfort, and hope.
Grant us grace fearlessly to contend against evil and to make no peace with oppression; and, that we may reverently use our freedom, help us to employ it in the maintenance of justice in our communities and among the nations, and nurture victims of violence and warfare throughout your world, to the glory of your Name, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Most merciful God, 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 neighbors 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 PEACE
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Holy Communion
OFFERTORY ANTHEM: Blest are they Haas
DOXOLOGY: Praise God from whom all blessings flow Old 100th
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING: Eucharistic Prayer A
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.
People It is right to give our 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. For in the multitude of your saints, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses, that we might rejoice in their fellowship, and run with endurance the race that is set before us; and, together with them, receive the crown of glory that never fades away. 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: Hymnal S-130
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full, 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.
Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.
On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, 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 we proclaim the mystery of faith:
Christ has died.
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.
All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
FRACTION ANTHEM: Blessed are the pure in heart Hymnal #656
DISTRIBUTION OF THE HOLY COMMUNION
COMMUNION HYMN: For the bread which you have broken Hymnal #341
POST-COMMUNION PRAYER
God of abundance, you have fed us with the bread of life and cup of salvation; you have united us with Christ and one another; and you have made us one with all your people in heaven and on earth. Now send us forth in the power of your Spirit, that we may proclaim your redeeming love to the world and continue for ever in the risen life of Christ our Savior. Amen.
BLESSING
And finally my brothers and sisters, live in harmony and with compassion. Show kindness and humility. Return no evil nor slander, but return blessings to all. Bless and do not curse for such is your call in Christ Jesus our Lord. And the blessing of God Almighty, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit shall be with you this day and all the days of your life. Amen.
POST-COMMUNION HYMN: Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones Hymnal #618
Let us pray.
Almighty and everlasting God, make our parish of St Paul's truly a community of prayer and belonging. Raise up in our midst the resources and leadership which will enable us to act upon what you would have us do, in this place and in a ministry of love and concern for others. Open my mind and heart to discern what you would have me do; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
DISMISSAL
People Thanks be to God.
Welcome visitors!
We are glad you have joined us for worship today. Please join us for coffee and fellowship in Trinity Hall after the service.
Celebrant and Preacher The Rev. Dr. Tom Thoeni
Deacon The Rev. Dr. Mary Abrams
Eucharistic Minister/Altar:
Eucharistic Minister/Chalice:
Lector
Intercessor
Usher(s)
Active Altar Guild Members: Philip Lindquist, Joan Allison, Diane Augustus, Rose Porembo, Mia Tajawandee, & Cindy Tysiak.
Rector The Rev. Dr. Thomas Thoeni
Deacon The Rev. Dr. Mary Abrams, seasonal
Administrative Assistant Betty Hernandez
Sexton Gary Dickerson
Music Director Jacquie Scaduto
Vestry
Senior Warden Diane Augustus Junior Warden Julio Albino
Clerk Charlene Connolly Treasurer Rose Porembo
Members: Mary Lou Dogoloff, Paul Nelson, Jeannie Smith, Jack LaRose
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