The Day of Pentecost May 20, 2018, at Eight o clock in the Morning

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1 The Day of Pentecost May 20, 2018, at Eight o clock in the Morning We are glad you are here. No matter who you are, no matter where you come from, and no matter where you are on the journey of life you are welcome in this church. We invite you to participate in our worship service, or simply observe, as you wish. We hope you will find Saint Paul s to be a place of refreshment and renewal, where you experience the presence of the risen Christ. We have been serving Christ in this location for over two hundred sixty years. While our building is old and beautiful, our mission is contemporary and forward moving. Here you will find a people very much connected with the questions and struggles of modern life, of faith, and of following the way of Jesus. We are a community called to serve those in need in our city, in our nation, and around the world. Here you will find ministries with and for children, youth, parents, seniors, singles, and families in all configurations and stages of life. We invite you to share your contact information on a visitor s card, located in each pew. Hand it to one of our clergy, an usher, or place it in the offering plate.

2 To all our Visitors & Guests About Worship If the liturgy (worship) of the Episcopal Church is unfamiliar, then we hope you will find this information helpful. You are welcome in the Episcopal Church, and so the first and best resource we offer are your neighbors in the pews. Just say, "I'm visiting," and they will gladly help. The worship of the Episcopal Church is rooted in the practices of ancient Christianity. The structure of our services, the architecture of our building, the music, our physical postures, and participatory responses ALL hold rich meaning about our beliefs and are intentional expressions of our relationship with God. In this bulletin you will find: Responses spoken by the people are printed in bold italics. Directions for the people are printed in italics. We encourage families with children to sit at the front of the Nave so that children can easily see and hear the liturgy. Children s bulletins for readers and pre-readers are available from the ushers. Episcopalians customarily pray either standing or kneeling, so please do what you find most comfortable. Notify an usher if you require an assisted listening device or any other assistance. Restrooms are located in the parish hall. An usher will direct you. About Receiving Holy Communion ALL who come in faith are invited to receive Holy Communion at Saint Paul s. During communion, the people form two short lines in the center aisle at the steps. After receiving the bread and wine or a blessing at the altar rail, please exit through the door to the left of the altar and return to your pew via the side aisles. For those who may prefer not to receive communion at the main altar, a communion station is provided on the main floor to the right of the center aisle. If you are unable to receive at either station, the clergy will bring the bread and wine to your pew. Please notify an usher before the service begins. To receive a blessing at the altar rail without receiving Communion, cross your arms over your chest, palms on your collar, until the person on your left has received both the bread and the wine. If your children are in the nursery, you are invited to bring them to receive Holy Communion or a blessing.

3 Celebration of The Holy Eucharist: Rite One Our Service Begins in the Book of Common Prayer The Word of God The Opening Acclamation Page 323 Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen. People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia. The Collect for Purity Page 323 Gloria Page 324 The Collect of the Day Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And with thy spirit. Celebrant Let us pray. O God, who on this day didst teach the hearts of thy faithful people by sending to them the light of thy Holy Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; through the merits of Christ Jesus our Savior, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the same Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen. The First Lesson Ezekiel 37:1-14 The hand of the Lord came upon me, and he brought me out by the spirit of the Lord and set me down in the middle of a valley; it was full of bones. He led me all around them; there were very many lying in the valley, and they were very dry. He said to me, Mortal, can these bones live? I answered, O Lord God, you know. Then he said to me, Prophesy to these bones, and say to them: O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord. Thus says the Lord God to these bones: I will cause breath to enter you, and you shall live. I will lay sinews on you, and will cause flesh to come upon you, and cover you with skin, and put breath in you, and you shall live; and you shall know that I am the Lord. So I prophesied as I had been commanded; and as I prophesied, suddenly there was a noise, a rattling, and the bones came together, bone to its bone. I looked, and there were sinews on them, and flesh had come upon them, and skin had covered them; but there was no breath in them. Then he said to me, Prophesy to the breath, prophesy, mortal, and say to the breath: Thus says the Lord God: Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live. I prophesied as he commanded me, and the breath came into them, and they lived, and stood on their feet, a vast multitude. Then he said to me, Mortal, these bones are the whole house of Israel. They say, Our bones are dried up, and our hope is lost; we are cut off completely. Therefore prophesy, and say to them, Thus says the Lord God: I am going to open your graves, and bring you up from your graves, O my people; and I will bring you back to the land of Israel. And you shall know that I am the Lord, when I open your graves, and bring you up from your graves, O my people. I will put my spirit within you, and you shall live, and I will place you on your own soil; then you shall know that I, the Lord, have spoken and will act, says the Lord. Lector People The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

4 Psalm 104:25-35, 37 Read responsively by whole verse 25 O Lord, how manifold are your works! * in wisdom you have made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. 26 Yonder is the great and wide sea with its living things too many to number, * creatures both small and great. 27 There move the ships, and there is that Leviathan, * which you have made for the sport of it. 28 All of them look to you * to give them their food in due season. 29 You give it to them; they gather it; * you open your hand, and they are filled with good things. 30 You hide your face, and they are terrified; * you take away their breath, and they die and return to their dust. 31 You send forth your Spirit, and they are created; * and so you renew the face of the earth. 32 May the glory of the Lord endure for ever; * may the Lord rejoice in all his works. 33 He looks at the earth and it trembles; * he touches the mountains and they smoke. 34 I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; * I will praise my God while I have my being. 35 May these words of mine please him; * I will rejoice in the Lord. 37 Bless the Lord, O my soul. * Hallelujah! The Second Lesson Acts 2:1-21 When the day of Pentecost had come, the disciples were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the native language of each. Amazed and astonished, they asked, Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? And how is it that we

5 hear, each of us, in our own native language? Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs in our own languages we hear them speaking about God s deeds of power. All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, What does this mean? But others sneered and said, They are filled with new wine. But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them, Men of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to what I say. Indeed, these are not drunk, as you suppose, for it is only nine o clock in the morning. No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams. Even upon my slaves, both men and women, in those days I will pour out my Spirit; and they shall prophesy. And I will show portents in the heaven above and signs on the earth below, blood, and fire, and smoky mist. The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the coming of the Lord s great and glorious day. Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved. Lector People The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. The Holy Gospel John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 Celebrant The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory be to thee, O Lord. Jesus said to his disciples, When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who comes from the Father, he will testify on my behalf. You also are to testify because you have been with me from the beginning. I did not say these things to you from the beginning, because I was with you. But now I am going to him who sent me; yet none of you asks me, Where are you going? But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your hearts. Nevertheless I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. And when he comes, he will prove the world wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment: about sin, because they do not believe in me; about righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will see me no longer; about judgment, because the ruler of this world has been condemned. I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth; for he will not speak on his own, but will speak whatever he hears, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. He will glorify me, because he will take what is mine and declare it to you. All that the Father has is mine. For this reason I said that he will take what is mine and declare it to you. Celebrant The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise be to thee, O Christ. The Sermon William Benjamin Sandbach The Nicene Creed Page 326 The Prayers of the People Page 328 We will omit the Confession of Sin during the Great Fifty Days as part of our Easter Celebration. The Peace Page 332 The Ministers and People greet one another in the name of the Lord.

6 Parish Greetings & Announcements The Holy Communion Offertory Sentence Presentation of the Offering Celebrant All things come of thee, O Lord. People And of Thine own have we given Thee. The Great Thanksgiving Prayer II Page 340 The Lord s Prayer Page 336 The Breaking of the Bread Page 337 We will omit the Agnus Dei and the Prayer of Humble Access during the Great Fifty Days as part of our Easter Celebration. The Communion All who come in faith are welcome at the Lord s table. The Post-Communion Prayer Page 339 The Blessing Page 339 The Dismissal Celebrant Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. Alleluia, alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia. Prayers are Requested For For the special needs and concerns of this congregation, especially Jean Wright, Hester Bliven, Betty Walker, Rachel Carroll, Sudie Lea O Connor, Linda Weatherred, Lois Hand, Alice Sanders, Randy Smith, Dot Aiken, Jimmy Long, Keith Saunders, Leila Hopkins, Tammy Garner, Midgee Hazelriggs, Curtis Johnson, James Yarborough, Byron Beard, Wayne Daley, Paige, Sterling, Kathleen Scott, Chuck Mason, Beth Wilcox Lee, Wynelle Belcher, Brittany, Pearl Johnson, Sawyer Gordon. The Reverend George D. Muir William Benjamin Sandbach Carolyn Dolen Jason Massie Mary Speir, Nancy Trefz, Becky Wright Charlie Enicks Serving Today Celebrant Preacher Eucharistic Minister Ushers Altar Guild Vestry Person of the Day Flowers on the Altar this Sunday The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in honor of our grandchildren, Brandon & Evan Laughlin, Owen & Luciana Reckentine, and grandpuppy, Maxwell Bell. Given by Ann Marie and George Reckentine and arranged by the Flower Guild.

7 Parish Announcements Following the 11 am service Annual Parish Picnic in the River Room. Please join us. 5:30-6:15 pm Celtic Evening Prayer & Communion. Rob Foster is our guest musician. Episcopal Youth & Children s Services special offering EYCS is a unique organization in the Diocese of Georgia that provides need-based college scholarships for undergraduates and financial assistance for children who might otherwise not be able to go to summer camp at Honey Creek, the Episcopal camp & conference center of the Diocese of Georgia. Several Saint Paul s youth have been recipients of this scholarship. To make a donation, please make your checks payable to Saint Paul s and note your gift to EYCS. Children s Christian Formation concludes today and will resume August 19. Adult Christian Formation resumes following Memorial Day weekend, Sundays 9:30 am in the Berlin Room. The Book of Common Prayer is a bold expression of how Episcopalians envision God and a means for shaping and renewing our Christian lives. We will discuss the full range of resources in the BCP and how to use them. Bring your curiosity and your questions about the BCP, our prayers, and our liturgy. Unwind by the River For all those still tethered by family and work schedules come unwind by the River Friday, June 1, beginning at 5 pm. Light bites provided along with beer and wine. Saint Paul s Nursery will be open 5-9 pm for children 6 weeks - 4 years-old, and childcare with age appropriate activities for children K-5th grade will be provided. Enjoy an hour or two of time on the River Room Terrace and then head out for a date downtown, or settle in and watch the sun go down right where you are! EYC, are you looking for a chance to reach out and serve others both locally and internationally? Then come to Hometown Missions, June 1-3! This Diocesan event will be held in Augusta this year. The event will offer at least eight volunteer hours, and possibly more, for those students who need volunteer hours for school. Details in Friday s Weekly Postings. Ranie at rneislar@saintpauls.org for more information. Save the Date JULY 1, following the 11 am service. Calling all pit masters! Come share with the members of Saint Paul s your finger-licking good BBQ; pork, chicken, or beef, it s all welcome! For those whose specialty falls outside the smoker or grill, no worries. Bring your favorite side dish to share. Ice cream churns welcome. Celebrate our country s independence and share in the fellowship of our faith community! Time to Enroll in EfM. EfM (Education for Ministry) is a small-group study and spiritual growth program open to ALL people. Contact Saint Paul s EfM leaders, Suzanne Pursley-Crotteau (spursleycrotteau@gmail.com) and Fr. John Jenkins (jjenkins@saintpauls.org) to have a full conversation about it. WE LOVE EfM! Third quarter open Sundays for altar flowers: July 1, 15, & 22 and August 19 & 26. If anyone would kindly like to sponsor one of these Sundays in honor or memory of someone or many someones please contact the parish office at mailbox@saintpauls.org. The normal charge is a minimum of $100. What a lovely way to remember or honor someone and contribute to the Flower Guild at the same time. Need a name tag? Name tags allow us to get to know each other and be a welcoming community to all. If you need a name tag or have just misplaced yours, the parish office at mailbox@saintpauls.org or ask an usher for the yellow form to request a name tag. Saint Paul s Church communicates by a weekly newsletter. If you would like to receive yours, call the Parish Office at (706) , send a request to mailbox@saintpauls.org, or scan the QR code on the back of the bulletins.

8 Sunday Schedule 8:00-8:45 am Holy Eucharist Rite I 8:45-9:30 am Continental Breakfast Tyler Hall 9:30-10:30 am Christian Formation for all Ages 10:30-10:45 am Coffee & Conversation Tyler Hall 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Holy Eucharist Rite II Following the 11:00 am Service Lemonade on the Lawn 5:00-6:30 pm EYC (Episcopal Youth Community, Grades 6-12) 5:30-6:15 pm Celtic Evening Prayer & Communion with prayers for healing Nursery care offered in the Children s Ministry Center (CMC) 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. The 11 am service is broadcast on WGAC 580 AM Radio and 95.1 FM Radio. Listen live on-line at Vestry & Officers Billy Badger, Sr. Warden Leslie Lambert, Jr. Warden Ann Ewell, Treasurer Brett Montroy, Chancellor Vestry Term Expires 2019 Vestry Term Expires 2020 Vestry Term Expires 2021 Catherine Boardman Nancy Cercy Carol Cook Charlie Enicks Allen Harison Christine Flanagan John Robertson Pamela Uros Donald Horton Committee Chairs Altar Guild Catherine Stuckey Acolytes Todd Shafer Birthday Sundays Peggy Baker & Nancy Trefz Buildings and Grounds Dick Manning Children, Youth, and Families Todd Shafer Creation Care Bryan Haltermann Endowment & Finance Monty Osteen Evangelism Barbara Coleman Facebook Stacy Nuessle & Lilian Huber Flower Guild Pamela Dorminey-Uros & Clint Carroll History Susan Yarborough Hospitality Anita Tanner Interior Oversight Minta Nixon Linen Guild Minta Nixon Lectors & Eucharistic Ministers Carolyn Dolen Nursery Guild Laura Robertson Outreach Anita Tanner & Marilyn Grau Parish Life in transition Ushers Rex Teeslink Clergy and Staff The Reverend George Muir, Clergy ext. 211 gmuir@saintpauls.org The Reverend John Jenkins, Clergy ext. 205 jjenkins@saintpauls.org Keith Shafer, Music ext. 215 kshafer@saintpauls.org Ranie Neislar, Youth & Young Adults ext. 206 rneislar@saintpauls.org Mary Jackson, Facilities ext. 203 steward@saintpauls.org Meredith Beach, Accounting ext. 204 mbeach@saintpauls.org Elisabeth Price, Administration ext. 225 mailbox@saintpauls.org Victoria Hammond and Nikki Wickware, St. Nicholas Choir songbird95@hotmail.com Sarah Pritchard, Music Associate Emerita Hillary Bryant, Greg Maxie, Dawson Carver, Sextons Howard Lovett, Audio Visual Visit our website Saint Paul's Church is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Georgia. The Church is open for prayer daily 9 am 3 pm, Monday - Thursday, & 9 am 12 pm, Friday. The Church Office and Parish House are closed Saturdays as well as Sunday afternoons. Tel: Join Our List