Liturgy At. Holy Trinity. Lutheran Church

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1 Liturgy At Holy Trinity Lutheran Church April 20, :00 & 11:00 a.m. Resurrection of Our Lord: Easter Day

2 Prelude Suite in G Major i. Ouverture Johann C. F. Fischer ( ) ::: Gathering ::: The ringing of the meditation bowl calls us to silence, centering and reflection as we prepare for worship. At the conclusion of the introduction to the hymn stand and face the rear of the nave. Turn to face the cross as it enters; you may bow as the cross passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. INCENSE used in festive processions, adds the sense of smell in worship and shows the significance of our bodies and all of God s creation. The clouds of incense represent purification and the rising of our prayers. Used in many religions, incense has roots in both Judaism and Christianity. Processional Hymn Jesus Christ is Risen Today Setting for Brass, Organ, Congregation and Choir: David Brackley [2]

3 Text: Latin carol, 14th cent., sts 1-3; tr. J. Walsh, Lyra Davidica, 1708, alt.; Charles Wesley , st. 4 Music: EASTER HYMN, J. Walsh. Lyra Davidica, 1708 Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! Greeting The presiding minister bows toward the assembly which is the body of Christ and the primary symbol of God s presence in the liturgy. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Let us pray. (Silence) God of mercy, we no longer look for Jesus among the dead, for he is alive and has become the Lord of life. Increase in our minds and hearts the risen life we share with Christ, and help us to grow as your people toward the fullness of eternal life with you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen ~ be seated ~ ::: Word ::: Christ was raised, said Paul in 1 Corinthians, "according to the scriptures," by which he meant the Hebrew Scriptures. Thus Christians have seen in many passages from the Old Testament proclamations of the cross and resurrection. According to the poem in Jeremiah 31, on Easter, Christians have survived Lent and death; with the women, we have seen the LORD; we assemble in joy to praise God. Prayer of the Day First Reading Jeremiah 31:1-6 Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. [3]

4 Anthem Christ the Lord is risen again Philip W. J. Stopford (b. 1977) Second Reading Colossians 3:1-4 Christ the Lord is ris n again, Christ hath broken ev ry chain. Hark, angelic voices cry, singing evermore on high, Alleluia! He who gave for us his life, who for us endured the strife, Is our Paschal Lamb today; we too sing for joy, and say Alleluia! He who bore all pain and loss comfortless upon the cross, Lives in glory now on high, pleads for us and hears our cry. He who slumbered in the grave is exalted now to save; Now through Christendom it rings that the Lamb is King of kings! Alleluia! Thou, our Paschal Lamb in deed, Christ, thy ransomed people feed; Take our sins and guilt away: let us sing by night and day Alleluia! Alleluia! (Text: Michael Weisse, c ; trans. Catherine Winkworth, ) It is appropriate that, centuries after the life of Jesus, we hear from the letter to the Colossians on Easter Day: we ought not, its author argues, think that seeing angels is necessary for us to have faith in Christ's resurrection. Rather, baptism has brought us all into the benefits of Easter. Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Stand to welcome the gospel and turn to face the book as the gospel is read in the midst of the assembly. Gospel Acclamation Setting: Aaron David Miller Refrain is sung by the choir and repeated by the assembly. Verse is sung by the choir. Gospel Matthew 28:1-10 As the gospel is announced, you may trace a small cross on your forehead, lips and breast, a prayer that the Word may dwell in our minds, on our lips and in our hearts. Christ, our paschal lamb, has been sacrificed. Therefore, let us keep the feast. (1 Cor. 5:7, 8) Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. In Year A, most of the gospel readings come from Matthew, and that pattern suggests that John's Easter gospel be proclaimed at the Easter Vigil and Matthew's on Easter morning. Jesus appears, not only to the women leaving the tomb, but also to us, who worship him now this Sunday and hold onto his body in the bread of the eucharist. The holy gospel according to Matthew. Glory to you, O Lord. The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. [4]

5 ~ be seated ~ Following the sermon there is a time of silence for reflection and quiet meditation. Our liturgy is not only made up of words, gestures and music, but also moments of silence. ~ please stand ~ Stanza 2 choir Anthem Fanfare in Eb John Folkening ( ) Sermon Silence Hymn of the Day Christ Is Risen! Shout Hosanna! [5]

6 Nicene Creed Prayers of Intercession Peace The assembly is invited to share God s peace with one another saying, Peace be with you, or similar words. 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; was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary, and became truly human. 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, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who 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, in your mercy, hear our prayer. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. ~ be seated ~ [6]

7 ::: Meal ::: Guests are invited to fill out the welcome slip in the pew and place it in the offering plate. Spring bursts today, for Christ is ris n and all the earth s at play. Flash forth, thou Sun, the rain is over and gone, its work is done. Winter is past, sweet spring is come at last! Bud, fig and vine, olive, fat with fruit and oil and wine. Break forth thou morn in roses, thou but yesterday a thorn. Up lift thy head, O pure white lily thro the winter dead. Beside your dams leap and rejoice, you merrymaking lambs. All herds and flocks rejoice, all beasts of thickets and of rocks. Sing, creatures, sing, angels and men and birds, and ev rything. All notes of doves, fill all our world This is the time of loves! (Text: Christina G. Rossetti, ) ~ please stand ~ Offertory Anthem Spring bursts today! (An Easter Carol) Alfred Fedak (b. 1953) Great Thanksgiving It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, for the glorious resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ, the true Paschal Lamb who gave himself to take away our sin; who in dying has destroyed death, and in rising has brought us to eternal life. And so, with Mary Magdalene and Peter and all the witnesses of the resurrection, with [7]

8 earth and sea and all their creatures, and with angels and archangels, cherubim and seraphim, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: Blessed are you, O God of the universe. Your mercy is everlasting and your faithfulness endures from age to age. Praise to you for creating the heavens and the earth. Praise to you for saving the earth from the waters of the flood. Praise to you for bringing the Israelites safely through the sea. Praise to you for leading your people through the wilderness to the land of milk and honey. Praise to you for the words and deeds of Jesus, your anointed one. Praise to you for the death and resurrection of Christ. Praise to you for your Spirit poured out on all nations. In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. With this bread and cup we remember our Lord s passover from death to life as we proclaim the mystery of faith: [8]

9 O God of resurrection and new life: Pour out your Holy Spirit on us and on these gifts of bread and wine. Bless this feast. Grace our table with your presence. Come, Holy Spirit, Come, Holy Spirit. Reveal yourself to us in the breaking of the bread. Raise us up as the body of Christ for the world. Breathe new life into us. Send us forth, burning with justice, peace, and love. Come, Holy Spirit, Come, Holy Spirit. With blessed Mary and your holy ones of all times and places, with the earth and all its creatures, with sun and moon and stars, we praise you, O God, blessed and holy Trinity, now and forever. The Lord s Prayer As a sign of openness to the divine presence, you may join the presider in praying the Our Father with the ancient gesture of extended hands. [9]

10 Communion Hymn This is the Feast All are welcome at Christ's table, including children. Bread is received in the hands. Wine is received either by drinking from the (silver) common cup, or by saving the bread and dipping it in the second (glass) cup. Gluten-free wafers are available from the presiding minister. Those not communing may come forward for a blessing, keeping your hands folded or extended over your chest. For those unable to consume either wine or bread, communion is received fully in either element alone. [10]

11 ~ be seated ~ Communion Hymn I Know that My Redeemer Lives ~ please stand ~ Let us pray. brief silence Life-giving God, in the mystery of Christ's resurrection you send light to conquer darkness, water to give new life, and the bread of life to nourish your people. Send us forth as witnesses to your Son's resurrection, that we may show your glory to all the world, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen. ::: Sending ::: Silence Prayer Having heard the word and shared the eucharist, we are sent to live our baptism through words and deeds, making known the love of Christ, and working for justice and peace in our families, communities, and world. [11]

12 Blessing Sending Hymn Rise, O Church, Like Christ Arisen Turn to face the cross as it recesses, you may bow as it passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. May the Almighty, who shaped the earth and kindled the lights of heaven, renew you in the image of God. Amen. May Christ, who shattered the chains of death, lead you forward in freedom. Amen. May the Spirit, who breathes forth resurrection power, fill your hearts with boundless joy. Amen. May God bless you now and forever, in the name of the Holy Trinity, + one God. Amen. Sending Postlude Suite in G Major iv. Traquenard v. Menuett Johann C. F. Fischer ( ) Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God! [12]

13 ::: Serving in this Liturgy ::: Presiding Minister Pr. Craig M. Mueller Preaching Minister Pr. Michelle L. Sevig Minister Of Music David R. Brackley Sacristan 9:00 - Joel Cruz 11:00 - Josh Evans Incense 9:00 - Joel Cruz 1:00 - Meghan Eichhorn Assisting Minister 9:00 - Carol Schickel 11:00 - Ken Duckmann Crucifer 9:00 - Angel Figueroa 11:00 - Drew Yoos Torchbearers 9:00 - Peder Sevig, Grant Peterson 11:00 - Parker Spalla, Jake Johnson Communion Assistants 9:00 Michael Schnell, Robert Schickel 11:00 - Patty Erickson, Ernest Vasseur Readers 9:00 - Carrie Egan, Dee Downing 11:00 - Brian Von Rueden, Dan McAdams Bread Baker Josh Judd-Herzfeldt Altar Guild Julie Sevig, Amy Avery, Rich Campbell, Ken Duckmann Meditation Bell 11:00 Patty Erickson Dancer Dia Fornasiero-Johnson Welcome Hospitality 9:00 - Eric Breese & Mark Stolt, Jeff & Megan Whitaker 11:00 - Scott & Dia Johnson Trumpet Jessica Jensen Luis Cardenas Casillas French Horn Todd Shamaly, A. J. Yoeckel Trombone Dylan Chmura-Moore Violin 1 Caroline Judd-Herzfeldt, Sean Diller, Celina Flowers Violin 2 Greg Zinkl, Randall Ortmann Musicians Viola Ayriole Frost, Adam Yoeckel, Kara Devaney Cello David Eccles, Jack Cameron Percussion Pat Buzby Rita Schnell Soprano Kim Duffy, Marji Shannon, Lauren Haines, Amy Buzby, Rita Schnell, Rebecca Prescott Alto Rebecca Pallmeyer, Beth Kregor, Beth Mankowski, Mary Nack, Barbara Wahler, Ayriole Frost Tenor Bob Nack, A.J. Yoeckel, Sean Diller Bass Josh Weichel, Andy Halvorson, Pat Buzby, Jeff Stang, Jon Neihus, Al Stang [13]

14 + Whoever you are, wherever you're from, whatever the color of your skin, whoever you love or marry, or whatever your feelings about religion or spirituality, you are welcome here. + Please fill out a yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate. + More information on Holy Trinity, Lutheranism, worship practices, marriage and baptisms at the welcome table. + To families with small children: We are glad you are here! If your child needs a break from the service, feel free to walk to the narthex/back of the church. Nursery: open 8:15-11:30 a.m. Use the garden entrance on Addison; nursery is inside the door. Special children's bulletins are on a table at the back of the church. + Offerings: We rely on the generosity of members and friends to support the programs, staff, building, and ministries of Holy Trinity and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. A large number of the congregation gives their offerings through Electronic Funds Transfer. You can also donate online at giving.htchicago.org, or just scan the QR code to the left with your smartphone. We still pass the offering plate as well! We appreciate your contributions of time, talent, and financial support! [14] ::: Calendar at a Glance ::: April 21 (Mon) April 23 (Wed) April 24 (Thu) April 26 (Sat) April 27 7:00p Meditation 7:00p Endowment Committee 9:30a Scripture 6:00p HTLC at Lakeview 5:00p HTLoop 8:30a Eucharist No 10:30a 11:45a ELCA Missionary Lunch w/ Robin Strickler ::: Parish Notes ::: Lunch With ELCA Missionary Robin Strickler Sunday, April :45 a.m. + Lunch Provided Robin Strickler is an ELCA missionary who has served 8 years in Rwanda, which is remembering this year the 20th anniversary of the 1994 genocide. Robin is the founder and director of a high school which focuses on environmental and social sustainability. Now in its fifth year, the school is helping students to become future leaders of Rwanda. Come and hear about Rwanda's efforts to engage in reconciliation and build a new society.

15 Holy Trinity Offers Saturday Night Services 5:00 p.m. at Grace Place, 637 S. Dearborn (South Loop) Join us if you are downtown, cannot attend Sunday, or would like to avoid the busy Wrigleyville neighborhood on Cubs home games. More info: htloop.org ONE Northside Convention Join 1,000 members of ONE Northside (formerly the Lakeview Action Coalition) at our Inaugural Convention this spring to act powerfully for our shared values of racial, social and economic justice. Together, we will ask for public commitments from our elected officials, local housing developers, the police department, and corporate CEOs to advance our campaigns for affordable housing, education, mental health justice, violence prevention and economic justice. Details: Sunday, May 4, 2014, 2:30 p.m. (Doors open at 2pm) at Anshe Emet Synagogue (3751 N. Broadway St. St.) ::: Newcomer or First Time? Welcome! ::: MEET KATIE Meet Katie Mineck, our Community Life Coordinator, at the back of the church following worship. She would be happy to answer questions or make an introduction. Contact her at or Pr. Craig Mueller at NEW TO HOLY TRINITY?: Join Our Community in Ministry/Mission + Baptism is the membership that matters. We become members of the church in baptism. + In contrast, people become members of gyms and museums, for example a consumerbased model. + In the church, to become a member of a congregation is to affirm your baptism, to affiliate (even if you only will be in the area a short time), and to join with Holy Trinity in mission and ministry, both as a community and in your daily life. + Talk to Pastor Mueller or Katie Mineck if you would like to participate or have questions. Worship Acknowledgements Cover Image: He, Qi. Easter Morning, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN. < [retrieved April 17, 2014]. Original source: heqigallery.com. Text and music for the liturgy is reprinted from Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2007 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # Christ is Risen! Shout Hosanna! Text: Brian A. Wren (b. 1936) 2006 Thomas Pavlechko, admin. Augsburg Fortress. Music (HYMN TO JOY): Ludwig van Beethoven ( ), adapt. Unless otherwise noted, all other music and text reprinted under permission of OneLicense.net #A [15]

16 PURPOSE STATEMENT Open to the Mystery Connect, Strengthen, and Serve with Joy! GUIDING PRINCIPLES Act with courage Be radically inclusive Cultivate empowering relationships Delight in God s beauty Engage with intention Holy Trinity: Lakeview 1218 W. Addison Street office@htchicago.org Holy Trinity: Loop 637 S. Dearborn Street info@htloop.org on the web: holytrinitychicago.org Pastor Craig M. Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor Michelle L. Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Parish Administrator Joshua R. Judd-Herzfeldt office@htchicago.org ::: Staff ::: Minister of Music David R. Brackley dbrackley@htchicago.org Community Life Coordinator Katie Mineck clc@htchicago.org Accountant Lynn Horn lhorn@htchicago.org Music Assistant Sean Diller music@htchicago.org [16] A congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America