The Sixth 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. Ruins of ancient Corinth, home of the Christian community addressed by Paul. The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost 1 July 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 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27; Psalm 130; 2 Corinthians 8:7-15; Mark 5:21-43 Reading texts can be found at the end of the service leaflet. Today s readings give us vivid images of God, who casts down the mighty from their thrones and lifts up the lowly. As the earthly glory of Saul and Jonathan is brought down, so are two anonymous and humble women lifted up and made whole in body and spirit. I am always especially drawn to the woman suffering from twelve years of hemorrhages. The beauty of this story, to me, is that the answer to her prayer comes from Jesus without volition. No words are spoken; the woman feels the effect before Jesus does. The generous divine love he incarnates meets and answers the woman s need, but his mind is not aware of it until he feels the energy flowing out of him. He says to the woman, Daughter, your faith has made you well. This woman, with her weariness and afflictions and longing for relief, exists inside all of us. But also inside of us there dwells, planted as a seed at our baptism, the healing power of God s love. As Paul reminds the Corinthians, our love in Christ is made manifest in how we emulate him in our generosity. We have no idea what the ultimate effect of any of our actions may be, but we ask God to help us nurture that holy seed of spontaneous love we carry within us. Let Christ s truth live in us through every act of unpremeditated kindness. This reflection was written by Peter Grace, a congregation member for the past eight years and a 2014 graduate of the Education for Ministry program. He is a facilitator of the Thursday morning Bible study group and a member of our healing prayer ministry. Civil Discourse highlights Today, July 1 9:30-10:30 a.m. Chapter Room Take part in the first of five explorations of Civil Discourse to inspire respectful discussions on politics, policy and legislation, as we prepare for fall s midterm elections. To learn more, congregation@gracecathedral.org. Cathedral Hours for Fourth of July Wednesday, July 4 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. On Fourth of July, the cathedral will be open from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. but our offices will be closed. The Vine will not be taking place this evening.

3 Voluntary The Holy Eucharist The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (proper 8) 1 July 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. The Gathering Introit The people stand as the procession enters. Percy Buck (See Psalm 87 in the BCP pg. 711) Hymn 387 Sung by all, standing. Magdalen College text: Christopher Smart ( ), alt.; music: William Hayes ( ) Opening Acclamation Presider Blessed be the one, holy and living God. People Glory to God for ever and ever. Gloria in excelsis Choir Harold Friedell Communion Service in A-flat 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. The Collect of the Day Presider May God be with you. People And also with you. Let us pray. Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

4 The Word of God Readings can be found at the end of this service leaflet. The First Reading The people sit. 2 Samuel 1:1, Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Psalm 130 The people remain seated. James Turle Choir, then all With the Lord there is mer-cy; with God there is plen-teous re-demp-tion. Choir Out of the depths have I called to you, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice; * let your ears consider well the voice of my supplication. If you, Lord, were to note what is done amiss, * O Lord, who could stand? For there is forgiveness with you; * therefore you shall be feared. I wait for the Lord; my soul waits for him; * in his word is my hope. My soul waits for the Lord, more than watchmen for the morning, * more than watchmen for the morning. O Israel, wait for the Lord, * for with the Lord there is mercy; With him there is plenteous redemption, * and he shall redeem Israel from all their sins. All With the Lord there is mercy; with God there is plenteous redemption. The Second Reading 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Hymn 493 Sung by all, standing. Azmon text: Charles Wesley ( ), alt.; music: Carl Gotthilf Gläser ( ); adapt. and arr. Lowell Mason ( ) 2

5 The Holy Gospel Mark 5:21-43 Choir Before the Gospel The choir alone sings the first Alleluia, then the people join in. Your word, O Lord, is truth; People make us us ho ho - ly in in the truth. All After the Gospel & b œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œ œ œ All Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia. & b œ œ œ œ œ All repeat the three Alleluias. 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. Mary Carter Greene A period of silence may follow. Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry The Nicene Creed All 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. The people stand. 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. The Prayers of the People After each petition Lord, hear our prayer. The presider adds a concluding collect 3

6 Presider All 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 All God of all mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. The Peace Welcome Presider Offertory Sentence 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. All And also with you. All may greet each other in the name of Christ. The Holy Communion An offering will be received for the ministries of Grace Cathedral. Thank you for your generosity. Anthem Sung in Latin. William Byrd Choir Jesus, our redeemer, whom we love and need, you are God, creator of all things, and you were mortal, within the limits of time. What compassion constrained thee, that should bear our trespasses, suffering cruel death, that from death you might save us! You entered the gates of hell; You redeemed those of your own held captive; triumphant with noble victory, you are seated at the right hand of the Father. May loving kindness impel you to overcome our wickednesses, and by forgiveness in fulfillment of our prayer, fill us with the light of your countenance. Be our joy, our future reward: In you may we give glory for ever and ever. Amen. Hymn for Compline from Ascension Day to the Friday before Whitsun The people stand as representatives of the congregation bring the people s offerings of bread, wine, and money to be placed on the Altar. 4

7 The Great Thanksgiving Presider All Presider, continuing The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: Sanctus Sung by all. Jeffrey Smith Presider, concluding All...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. Amen 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 Alleluia, then the people join in. & b œ 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 our passoveris sacrificed issacrificed for us. for us. & b œ œ œ œ œ Therefore let us keep the feast. All repeat the three Alleluias. Invitation to Communion The presider invites the people to come forward for Communion. All 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. Friedell Maurice Greene Praise the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me, praise his holy name, Who forgiveth all thy sin, and healeth all thine infirmities, Who saveth thy life from destruction, and crowneth thee with mercy and loving kindness, Praise the Lord, O my soul, O my soul, praise the Lord, and forget not all his benefits. Psalm 103:1-4

9 Postcommunion Prayer After all have received Communion, the people stand. Presider Let us pray. All 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 492 Sung by all, standing. Finnian The Blessing and Dismissal All respond Amen. Voluntary Deacon All text: John Ellerton ( ), alt.; music: Christopher Dearnley ( ) The presider pronounces God s blessing. Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Serving the Assembly Presider Homilist Deacon Readers Musicians The Rev. Dr. Ellen Clark-King, Executive Pastor and Canon for Social Justice The Rev. Mary Carter Greene, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry The Rev. Canon Nina L. Pickerrell, Cathedral Deacon J. Sanford Miller Regan Murphy The Men of the Cathedral Choir Gregory Cheng, Conductor Mark Bruce, Organist 7

10 The Readings 2 Samuel 1:1, After the death of Saul, when David had returned from defeating the Amalekites, David remained two days in Ziklag. David intoned this lamentation over Saul and his son Jonathan. (He ordered that The Song of the Bow be taught to the people of Judah; it is written in the Book of Jashar.) He said: Your glory, O Israel, lies slain upon your high places! How the mighty have fallen! Tell it not in Gath, proclaim it not in the streets of Ashkelon; or the daughters of the Philistines will rejoice, the daughters of the uncircumcised will exult. You mountains of Gilboa, let there be no dew or rain upon you, nor bounteous fields! For there the shield of the mighty was defiled, the shield of Saul, anointed with oil no more. From the blood of the slain, from the fat of the mighty, the bow of Jonathan did not turn back, nor the sword of Saul return empty. Saul and Jonathan, beloved and lovely! In life and in death they were not divided; they were swifter than eagles, they were stronger than lions. O daughters of Israel, weep over Saul, who clothed you with crimson, in luxury, who put ornaments of gold on your apparel. How the mighty have fallen in the midst of the battle! Jonathan lies slain upon your high places. I am distressed for you, my brother Jonathan; greatly beloved were you to me; your love to me was wonderful, passing the love of women. How the mighty have fallen, and the weapons of war perished! 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Now as you excel in everything in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in utmost eagerness, and in our love for you so we want you to excel also in this generous undertaking. I do not say this as a command, but I am testing the genuineness of your love against the earnestness of others. For you know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich. And in this matter I am giving my advice: it is appropriate for you who began last year not only to do something but even to desire to do something now finish doing it, so that your eagerness may be matched by completing it according to your means. For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has not according to what one does not have. I do not mean that there should be relief for others and pressure on you, but it is a question of a fair balance between your present abundance and their need, so that their abundance may be for your need, in order that there may be a fair balance. As it is written, The one who had much did not have too much, and the one who had little did not have too little. Mark 5:21-43 When Jesus had crossed again in the boat to the other side, a great crowd gathered round him; and he was by the lake. Then one of the leaders of the synagogue named Jairus came and, when he saw him, fell at his feet and begged him repeatedly, My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well, and live. So he went with him. A large crowd followed and pressed in on Jesus. Now there was a woman who had been suffering from hemorrhages for twelve years. She had endured much under many physicians, and had spent all that she had; and she was no better, but rather grew worse. She had heard about Jesus, and came up behind him in the crowd and touched his cloak, for she said, If I but touch his clothes, I will be made well. Immediately her hemorrhage stopped; and she felt in her body that she was healed of her disease. Immediately aware that power had gone forth from him, Jesus turned about in the crowd and said, Who touched my clothes? And his disciples said to him, You see the crowd pressing in on you; how can you say, Who touched me? He looked all round to see who had done it. But the woman, knowing what had happened to her, came in fear and trembling, fell down before him, and told him the whole truth. He said to her, Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace, and be healed of your disease. While he was still speaking, some people came from the leader s house to say, Your daughter is dead. Why trouble the teacher any further? But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the leader of the synagogue, Do not fear, only believe. He allowed no one to follow him except Peter, James, and John, the brother of James. When they came to the house of the leader of the synagogue, he saw a commotion, people weeping and wailing loudly. When he had entered, he said to them, Why do you make a commotion and weep? The child is not dead but sleeping. And they laughed at him. Then he put them all outside, and took the child s father and mother and those who were with him, and went in where the child was. He took her by the hand and said to her, Talitha cum, which means, Little girl, get up! And immediately the girl got up and began to walk about (she was twelve years of age). At this they were overcome with amazement. He strictly ordered them that no one should know this, and told them to give her something to eat. Copyrights: We sing of God, the mighty source (Hymn EH ): (public domain); O for a thousand tongues to sing (Hymn EH ): (public domain); Sing, ye faithful, sing with gladness (Hymn EH ): ; music: by permission of Oxford University Press; Hymns and Service Music reprinted under OneLicense. net #A , All 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 the year of truth music, arts, ideas Chorale Workshop Series with Holcombe Waller Tuesday, July 3 and Thursday, July 5 6 p.m. Yerba Buena Center for the Arts 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 chorale workshops continuing through September. The workshops in September take place at the cathedral. Singers are encouraged to participate in November performances of the Requiem. Register at gracecathedral.org/chorale. The Year of Truth: The Truth About Others Online or by the St. Francis Statue What s your truth? This year our theme is truth. For the Pentecost season, our focus is the truth about each other. You can write your truth in our Truth Book, located in the cathedral by the St. Francis Statue, or see other ways to share your truth at gracecathedral.org/truth. community Sunday Book Study Group Today, July 1 4:30 p.m. Chapter Room Read and discuss John Neafsey s book, A Sacred Voice is Calling: Personal Vocation and Social Conscience. To learn about the next book study group, Lnstrinc@yahoo.com. spiritual life Carillon Documentary Screening and Recital Sunday, July 8 1 p.m. Chapter Room After coffee hour, enjoy a beautiful documentary about our bells, produced by congregation members Alex and John Dickerman, followed by a carillon recital. Contact Charlotte Gaylord at cmgaylord@comcast.net. Candlelight Labyrinth Walk Friday, July 13 6 p.m. Indoor Labyrinth Walk the labyrinth surrounded by candlelight and music, praying for peace in our hearts and peace in the world. Rugby Evensong Thursday, July 19 5:15 p.m. Cathedral Grace Cathedral is celebrating the World Rugby Sevens, held in San Francisco this year, with a special Evensong. Come be a part of the joy of this international competition and welcome its athletes, organizers and fans to San Francisco with music and prayers. Education for Ministry Summer Series Thursday, July 19 through Thursday, August 23 6:30 p.m. 2nd Floor Conference Room Read and discuss Ken Stone s Reading the Hebrew Bible with Animal Studies. This serves as an introduction to Education for Ministry in the fall. Contact Roberta Sautter at nixile@earthlink.net. volunteer Water Front by Sukey Bryan Cathedral Our 2018 Artist in Residence Sukey Bryan marks National Ocean Month with a series of five panels that will hang in the north transept in celebration of the power and beauty of tidal forces. Bryan s work centers on nature and the reality of climate change to give us a new understanding of our relationship to nature. Learn more about our Artist in Residence at gracecathedral.org/air. Foster Fun Day at Bayview Mission Saturday, July a.m p.m Jerrold Ave Grab some friends and help put together special supply bags for eighteen foster parents in Bayview-Hunters Point. We ll enjoy lunch together after the program. outreach@gracecathedral.org. Cook and Serve Dinner with Grace Tuesday, July 10 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cathedral Wednesday, July 11 5:30-7:30 p.m. The Mentone Hotel Help cook, serve and share in a healthy, hearty meal at one of two Episcopal Community Services housing centers. Sign up to volunteer at gracecathedral.org/dwg. Donate to Bee Busy Summer Camp Monday, July 23 - Friday, July 27 Give children from Bayview-Hunters Point a fun, educational and free summer camp. Donate $50 to cover camp expenses for one child. Checks may be made out to Bayview Mission, Attn: Rev. Cn. Nina Pickerrell. Learn more at gracecathedral.org/bayview. Gun Buyback Saturday, August 4 10 a.m. - 2 p.m Jerrold Ave End gun violence and be the solution at Bayview Mission we are buying guns for $100 and assault weapons for $200. We will pay in cash, no questions asked. Afterward, join us for a fun community event complete with bouncy castle, water games, food and music. Volunteer With Us From Jail Ministry to Garden Guild, you can help the cathedral be a house of prayer for all and do good work throughout the city. Learn about volunteer opportunities at gracecathedral.org/volunteer.

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. Monday Friday Morning Prayer Holy Eucharist Evening Prayer Tuesdays Yoga Wednesdays The Vine (Contemporary Worship) Thursdays Holy Eucharist Choral Evensong Saturdays Morning Prayer Evening Prayer 9 a.m. 12:10 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 6:15 p.m. 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. Dr. Ellen Clark-King, Executive Pastor, Canon for Social Justice ellenc@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. 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) Benjamin Bachmann, Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music benb@gracecathedral.org (415) Jeffrey Hookom, Canon Precentor jeffreyh@gracecathedral.org (415) The Very Rev. Dr. Alan Jones, Dean Emeritus Regarding the Cathedral Congregation congregation@gracecathedral.org 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.