The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost

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1 Our Vision: A world where people experience God s love and are made whole. Our Mission: To share the love of Jesus through compassion, inclusivity, creativity and learning. Photo Credit: Colin Held The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost 23 September a.m. Choral Eucharist

2 Welcome to Grace Cathedral Welcome to this sacred house of prayer for all people. Those who built this place and care for it love tradition and feel passionate about engaging with what is new. If you look closely you will find images of scientists, reformers, Jewish rabbis and Roman Catholic popes, political leaders, saints, and even an astronaut. We invite you to be part of this joyful community even if your visit is short. You might ask yourself two questions: What do I need to receive? What do I have to give? We would be delighted to hear about your explorations. May God bless you on your journey! The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean of Grace Cathedral If you are new to Grace Cathedral, please introduce yourself and fill out a welcome card so we can be in touch with you. We re glad you re here! Join us for coffee and conversation across the plaza in the Chapter House Library after the 8:30 a.m. service or in the Dining Room after the 11 a.m. service. about today s readings Proverbs 31:10-31; Psalm 1; James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a; Mark 9:30-37 Reading texts can be found at the end of the service leaflet Today s first reading, The Poem on the Capable Woman, bids us cringe. Originally observations (not revelation!) from father to son, it contains few jewels for the 21st-century wisdom-seeker until its end. Give her a share in the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the city gates. Wisdom knows credit is not always given where credit is due. Who also deserves accolades for the progress you or we seem to have achieved? Don t hold back: the heart of healthy relationships is acclaiming all the good that our partners are and accomplish. The Epistle and the Gospel also coach us toward more honest relationships. Even beautiful, counter-cultural self-promotion see #Iamremarkable or #followme is still attention-seeking. God calls us beyond these cravings and jockeying for position. God is not friending our competitions, but our compassion for the vulnerable. So what is good for the children? Or their children? Truth & LIght: Stewardship 2019 Stewardship helps provide core mission support for cathedral life, enriching those who give and those we serve. Truth & Light launches next week on September 30. Two weeks ago, Grace Cathedral hosted an array of Global Climate Action Summit events. We know that the most vulnerable dimensions of life today are ecological, and those most affected by climate change are the most vulnerable. For their sake, God invites our willingness to yield to a more plant-based diet, to fewer consumer goods and cars, to smaller, greener spaces. What arguments can we set aside on the way? As faithful, capable humans, God invites us to hold the children in our arms and their future in our hands. Anna E. Rossi has served in multiple roles on the Grace Cathedral staff, most recently as Succentor. A seminary graduate, Anna is sponsored by this cathedral congregation in a process to be ordained a priest in The Episcopal Church. highlights The Forum with Sukey Bryan Today, September 23 9:30 a.m. Gresham Hall For 2018, our theme is truth, and for her residency, Bryan has created original works inspired by the resonance between the cycles and elements in nature and human experience. In this conversation with the Rev. Abbott Bailey, Canon to the Ordinary, Bryan talks about her inspirations and her work. And don t miss this last chance to see her art around the cathedral it comes down tomorrow, September 24.

3 The Holy Eucharist The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (proper 20) 23 September am Ask an usher about nursery care and Sunday school, hearing assistance devices, or large-print leaflets. Restrooms are located on the lower level corridor. Please silence any audible electronics and refrain from taking video or photos during the service. Voluntary Carol Percy Whitlock The Gathering Introit The people stand as the procession enters. T. Tertius Noble (See Psalm 51:1-6 in the BCP pg. 656) Hymn 621 Sung by all, standing. Rhuddlan text: Latin, 15th cent.; tr. John Mason Neale ( ), alt.; music: Welsh melody Opening Acclamation Presider Blessed be the one, holy and living God. People Glory to God for ever and ever. Gloria in excelsis Sung in Latin. Franz Joseph Haydn Missa Sancti Johannis de Deo Choir Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God s people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

4 The Collect of the Day Presider May God be with you. People And also with you. Let us pray. Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The Word of God Readings can be found at the end of this service leaflet. The First Reading The people sit. Proverbs 31:10-31 Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Psalm 1 The people remain seated. Bruce Neswick Choir, then all Hap-py are they whose de - light is in the law of the Lord. Choir Happy are they who have not walked in the counsel of the wicked, * nor lingered in the way of sinners, nor sat in the seats of the scornful! Their delight is in the law of the Lord, * and they meditate on his law day and night. Happy are they whose delight is in the law of the Lord. They are like trees planted by streams of water, bearing fruit in due season, with leaves that do not wither; * everything they do will prosper. It is not so with the wicked; * they are like chaff which the wind blows away. Happy are they whose delight is in the law of the Lord. Therefore the wicked shall not stand upright when judgment comes, * nor the sinner in the council of the righteous. For the Lord knows the way of the righteous, * but the way of the wicked is doomed. Happy are they whose delight is in the law of the Lord. The Second Reading James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a Reader People The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. 2

5 Hymn 660 Sung by all, standing. Maryton text: Washington Gladden ( ); music: Henry Percy Smith ( ) The Holy Gospel Mark 9:30-37 The Choir alone sings the first eluia, then the people join in. & b œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œ œ œ Choir Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia. Show me your ways, O Lord; People Before the Gospel After the Gospel lead me in your truth and teach me. repeat the three eluias. The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Mark. Glory to you, Lord Christ. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Homily The people sit. The Rev. Canon Mark E. Stanger A period of silence may follow. Canon for Formation 3

6 The Nicene Creed The Prayers of the People 4 The people stand. We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. After each petition Lord, hear our prayer. The presider adds a concluding collect Presider Holy God, Open our minds that we may learn the truth about our selves. Open our hearts that we may perceive the truth of others. Open our hands that we may care for this great creation. Open our spirits that we may become truly yours: alert, questioning, curious, faithful, Servants of your grace. Amen.. The Confession of Sin The people may kneel. Deacon Let us confess our sins to God God of all mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. The Peace Presider We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created. We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf. Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. Amen. The people stand. The peace of Christ be always with you. The presider pronounces God s absolution. And also with you. may greet each other in the name of Christ.

7 Welcome The Holy Communion Offertory Sentence An offering will be received for the ministries of Grace Cathedral. Thank you for your generosity. Anthem Sung in Latin. Charles Villiers Stanford Choir The Great Thanksgiving Happy are they whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord. The people stand as representatives of the congregation bring the people s offerings of bread, wine, and money to be placed on the Altar. Psalm 119:1 Prayer II, Enriching our Worship Presider People Presider, continuing who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: Sanctus Sung by all. Jeffrey Smith Presider, concluding...through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honor and glory is yours, almighty Father, now and for ever. 5

8 Presider And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to pray The Breaking of the Bread Choir People The Bread is broken. Silence follows. The Choir alone sings the first eluia, then the people join in. & œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œ œ œ & b œ œ œ Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia. Christ Christ our our passover passover is sacrificed issacrificed for for us. us. & b œ œ œ œ œ Therefore let us keep the feast. repeat the three eluias. Invitation to Communion The presider invites the people to come forward for Communion. who seek God and are drawn to Christ are welcome at God s table. Gluten-free Communion wafers are available at the north altar rail; please ask the Communion minister. For a variety of reasons, it is our custom to consume the Bread and sip the Wine directly from the cup. You are invited to guide the cup with your hands. If you choose not to receive either the Bread or the Wine, simply cross your arms over your chest and respond A men when it is presented. Agnus Dei Motet 6 Choir Choir Ministers are available for shared prayer for healing in the AIDS Interfaith Chapel at the rear of the cathedral. O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: have mercy upon us. O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: grant us thy peace. Haydn Percy Whitlock Here, O my Lord, I see thee face to face; here faith can touch and handle things unseen; here would I grasp with firmer hands thy grace, and all my weariness upon thee lean. Here would I feed upon the Bread of God, here drink with thee the royal Wine of heaven; here would I lay aside each earthly load, here taste afresh the calm of sin forgiven. Horatius Bonar

9 Postcommunion Prayer After all have received Communion, the people stand. Presider Let us pray. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image and nourishing us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of Christ s Body and Blood. Now send us forth a people, forgiven, healed, renewed; that we may proclaim your love to the world and continue in the risen life of Christ our Savior. Amen. The Sending Forth Hymn 636 Sung by all, standing. Foundation text: K. in John Rippon s Selection, 1787, alt.; music: melody from The Sacred Harp, 1844; harm. Calvin Hampton ( ); alt. Harm. Eugene W. Hancock (b. 1929) The Blessing and Dismissal respond Amen. Deacon The presider pronounces God s blessing. Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Voluntary Sortie Whitlock 7

10 The Readings Proverbs 31:10-31 capable wife who can find? She is far more A precious than jewels. The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain. She does him good, and not harm, all the days of her life. She seeks wool and flax, and works with willing hands. She is like the ships of the merchant, she brings her food from far away. She rises while it is still night and provides food for her household and tasks for her servant-girls.she considers a field and buys it; with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard. She girds herself with strength, and makes her arms strong. She perceives that her merchandise is profitable. Her lamp does not go out at night. She puts her hands to the distaff, and her hands hold the spindle. She opens her hand to the poor, and reaches out her hands to the needy. She is not afraid for her household when it snows, for all her household are clothed in crimson. She makes herself coverings; her clothing is fine linen and purple. Her husband is known in the city gates, taking his seat among the elders of the land. She makes linen garments and sells them; she supplies the merchant with sashes. Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. She looks well to the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her happy; her husband too, and he praises her: Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all. Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Give her a share in the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the city gates. James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a Who is wise and understanding among you? Show by your good life that your works are done with gentleness born of wisdom. But if you have bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not be boastful and false to the truth. Such wisdom does not come down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, devilish. For where there is envy and selfish ambition, there will also be disorder and wickedness of every kind. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without a trace of partiality or hypocrisy. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace for those who make peace. Those conflicts and disputes among you, where do they come from? Do they not come from your cravings that are at war within you? You want something and do not have it; so you commit murder. And you covet something and cannot obtain it; so you engage in disputes and conflicts. You do not have, because you do not ask. You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, in order to spend what you get on your pleasures. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and God will draw near to you. Mark 9:30-37 Jesus and his disciples went on from there and passed through Galilee. He did not want anyone to know it; for he was teaching his disciples, saying to them, The Son of Man is to be betrayed into human hands, and they will kill him, and three days after being killed, he will rise again. But they did not understand what he was saying and were afraid to ask him. Then they came to Capernaum; and when he was in the house he asked them, What were you arguing about on the way? But they were silent, for on the way they had argued with one another who was the greatest. He sat down, called the twelve, and said to them, Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all. Then he took a little child and put it among them; and taking it in his arms, he said to them, Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me. Serving the Assembly Presider The Rev. Jude Harmon, Director of Innovative Ministries Homilist The Rev. Canon Mark E. Stanger, Canon for Formation Deacon The Rev. Margaret Deeths, Assisting Clergy Lay Assistant Ron Hermanson Readers George Carlson Nicole Kimborowicz Musicians The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys Canon Benjamin Bachmann, The Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music Christopher Keady, Assistant Director of Music John Poynter, Volunteer Carillonneur Copyrights: Light s abode, celestial Salem (Hymn EH ): (public domain); O Master, let me walk with thee (Hymn EH ): (public domain); How firm a foundation (Hymn EH ): ; music: harmonization 1984, Calvin Hampton. Alternative harmonization 1984, Eugene W. Hancock; Hymns and Service Music reprinted under OneLicense.net #A , Rights Reserved. Readings taken from The New Revised Standard Version of the Bible 1989 by The Division of Christian Education of The National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A., used by permission 8

11 children, youth and family spiritual life Leave Your Prints for St. Francis Day Sunday, September 30 12:30 p.m. Great Steps Calling artists big and small! We ll be creating paw prints to creatively prepare for St. Francis Day and the Blessing of the Animals, taking place on Sunday, October 7. Don t miss this fun art project! For more details on the opportunities below, contact Carol James at carolj@gracecathedral.org. Jerusalem Adventure Documentary Viewing and Info Session Today, September 23 12:45 p.m. or Thursday, September 27 6:15 p.m. Wilsey A Learn more about the pilgrimage to the Holy Land and see a stunning video documentary of the 2018 group s journey. On March 28 - April 8, 2019, join the Rev. Canon Mark Stanger and Iyad Qumri for a journey into the world of the gospels. Limit 35 participants. Learn more at gracecathedral.org/holyland. A Generous Way of Being Christian Sundays, September 23 through October 28 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 4:30-5:30 p.m. Chapter Room Jump into a series of discussions around Living the Questions: The Wisdom of Progressive Christianity by David M. Felton and Jeff Procter-Murphy an excellent chance to go deeper or move toward baptism or confirmation. Practicing Welcome Today, September 23 and Sunday, September 30 12:30-1:30 p.m. Chapter Room How do we practice hospitality as people of faith? Join us for a lively conversation about how we can grow our capacities to welcome, listen and engage with others. Post-Yoga Conversation: Musician Murray Hidary Tuesday, September 25 7:45 p.m. Cathedral Murray Hidary, a multi-disciplinary, creative visionary and classical contemporary composer will join Darren Main for a conversation about music, interconnectivity, and spirituality. The Vine Wednesday, September 26 6:30 p.m. Chapel of Grace We have a sense that each of us is gifted to do something in the world. But how do we know what that is? Jarrod Shappell, a Bay Area leadership and organizational consultant, discusses how to better listen to our callings. Telling Your Truth: Writing as a Spiritual Practice Thursdays, September 27, October 25 and November 15 6:15 8 p.m. Chapter Room Join us for a workshop exploring writing as a spiritual practice. levels of writing experience are welcome. music, arts, ideas Grace Cathedral s 2018 Artist in Residence Sukey Bryan Last chance to view! See stunning art celebrating the natural world before it comes down tomorrow, September 24. ~ Earth Window, an image of our planet embracing the cathedral s Rose Window. ~ Green Fuse, images of leaves installed on a facet of each column in the cathedral. Also on view, in celebration of the oceans: Stacked Waves (South tower entrance), Waterfront (Cathedral north transept), Tidal Race (Plaza columns), Kelp Forest (Plaza), Impressions of the Ocean (Outdoor labyrinth). Learn more at gracecathedral.org/art. get involved Christmas Concerts at Grace Cathedral Last day of presale (Presale18): Today, September 23 On sale to public: Tomorrow, September 24 Christmas concerts at Grace Cathedral are a beloved San Francisco tradition. Please join us. Discover these musical masterpieces and learn more by visiting gracecathedral.org/christmas. The Sound Healing Symphony Monday, September 24 8 p.m. Cathedral Sound Meditation presents a beautiful concert that brings you to your deepest meditative state. Tickets at soundmeditationsf.com. Choir of Men and Boys at AT&T Park Tuesday, September 25 7:15 p.m. The Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys will sing the national anthem at AT&T Park to kick off the Giants baseball game against the San Diego Padres. Be there to cheer for them and the Giants. Tickets at cathedralschool.net. Chorale Workshop Series with Holcombe Waller Tuesday, September 25 and Thursday, September 27 7 p.m. Gresham Hall In November, the cathedral is partnering with Yerba Buena Center for the Arts to present Requiem Mass: A Queer Divine Rite. Singers of all abilities are invited to attend a series of choral workshops continuing through September. Singers are encouraged to participate in November performances. Learn more and sign up at YBCA.org. Plant Trees in San Francisco Saturday, October 13 9 am - 1 pm Join Grace Cathedral as we volunteer to plant trees in San Francisco with Friends of the Urban Forest. We ll be helping green the Inner Richmond. Snacks and refreshments provided. Learn more and RSVP at gracecathedral.org/moretrees.

12 cathedral worship Sundays Nursery 8 a.m. 1 p.m. Eucharist 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Choral Eucharist 11 a.m. Evening Eucharist 6 p.m. The Forum The Forum is a series of stimulating conversations about the issues of our day. Events take place at Gresham Hall on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted. Free and open to all. For more information on upcoming guests and past visitors, visit gracecathedral.org/forum. September 23: Sukey Bryan, 2018 Grace Cathedral Artist in Residence, on her residency in the Year of Truth. Monday Friday Morning Prayer Holy Eucharist Evening Prayer Tuesdays Yoga 9 a.m. 12:10 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 6:15 p.m. September 30: Canon Benjamin Bachmann, Grace Cathedral s Director of Music, on the power of music. October 7: Robert Sapolsky, Stanford University neuroscientist, on the human animal. Wednesdays The Vine (Contemporary Worship) Thursdays Holy Eucharist Choral Evensong Saturdays Morning Prayer Evening Prayer 6:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. 5:15 p.m. 9 a.m. 3 p.m. when we re open Cathedral: Open daily 8 a.m. 6 p.m. (Thursday open 7 a.m.). Columbarium: Sunday 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 12:30-1:30 p.m. Docents generally available: Monday - Friday 1 3 p.m. Saturday 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Sunday after the 11 a.m. service (meet at the font). Get connected, stay connected Follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/gracecathedralsf), Instagram (gracecathedral), Twitter (@gracecathedral), YouTube (Grace Cathedral San Francisco) and follow our dean on Twitter (@MalcolmYoung). Sign up for our weekly events , Cathedral Highlights, or for congregation updates at gracecathedral.org/connect. Listen to sermons and services online The 11 a.m. Sunday Eucharist and 5:15 p.m. Thursday Evensong are posted on our website for a week after each service. Subscribe to the sermons through itunes or listen at gracecathedral.org/listen. Prayer Requests To request prayers of thanksgiving or intercession, prayer@gracecathedral.org. Every day, our prayer team tends to the concerns of the community and remembers those who have died. Cathedral Clergy and Program Staff The Rt. Rev. Marc Handley Andrus, Bishop, Diocese of California bishopmarc@diocal.org (415) The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean dean@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Canon Dr. Ellen Clark-King, Executive Pastor, Canon for Social Justice ellenc@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Canon Mark E. Stanger, Canon for Formation marks@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Mary Carter Greene, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry maryg@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Jude Harmon, Director of Innovative Ministries judeh@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Canon Nina Pickerrell, Cathedral Deacon ninap@gracecathedral.org (415) Canon Benjamin Bachmann, The Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music benb@gracecathedral.org (415) Canon Jeffrey Hookom, Canon Precentor jeffreyh@gracecathedral.org (415) The Very Rev. Dr. Alan Jones, Dean Emeritus Regarding the Cathedral Congregation congregation@gracecathedral.org Fall I 2018 General Information (415) info@gracecathedral.org gracecathedral.org 1100 California Street, San Francisco, CA Grace Cathedral is an Episcopal Church, a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion.