The Sixth Sunday of Easter May 6, :00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II. The Word of God

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1 The Sixth Sunday of Easter May 6, :00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II Celebrant - The Reverend Canon Steven M. Roberts Preacher - The Very Reverend David A. duplantier, Dean It is the tradition of the Episcopal Church to maintain silence in the worship area so that people may pray. Please help us preserve an atmosphere of quiet reverence before worship begins, remembering to turn pagers and cell phones off; let the music of the opening voluntary quiet your thoughts as you prepare for worship. Children, Kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to the Nursery for breakfast and the Good Shepherd Atrium for Christian Formation. They will join us in the cathedral at The Peace. An usher will be happy to assist you with directions. The Word of God Opening Voluntary ~ Master Tallis s Testament... Herbert Howells When the bell sounds, please stand and sing. Processional Hymn #390 ~ Praise to the Lord, the Almighty... Lobe den Herren Opening Acclamation Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen. People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia. 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. Christ our Passover Pascha Nostrum

2 The Collect of the Day Celebrant People Celebrant The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The First Lesson ~ Acts 10:44-48 While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard the word. The circumcised believers who had come with Peter were astounded that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles, for they heard them speaking in tongues and extolling God. Then Peter said, Can anyone withhold the water for baptizing these people who have received the Holy Spirit just as we have? So he ordered them to be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then they invited him to stay for several days. Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. The choir sings Psalm 98 Cantate Domino 1 Sing to the LORD a new song, * for he has done marvelous things. 2 With his right hand and his holy arm * has he won for himself the victory. 3 The LORD has made known his victory; * his righteousness has he openly shown in the sight of the nations. 4 He remembers his mercy and faithfulness to the house of Israel, * and all the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God. 5 Shout with joy to the LORD, all you lands; * lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing. Setting: Francis Jackson 6 Sing to the LORD with the harp, * with the harp and the voice of song. 7 With trumpets and the sound of the horn * shout with joy before the King, the LORD. 8 Let the sea make a noise and all that is in it, * the lands and those who dwell therein. 9 Let the rivers clap their hands, * and let the hills ring out with joy before the LORD, when he comes to judge the earth. 10 In righteousness shall he judge the world * and the peoples with equity. The Second Lesson ~ 1 John 5:1-6 Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the parent loves the child. By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and obey his commandments. For the love of God is this, that we obey his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome, for whatever is born of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith. Who is it that conquers the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? This is the one who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ, not with the water only but with the water and the blood. And the Spirit is the one that testifies, for the Spirit is the truth. Lector People The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Please stand and sing Alleluia & Verse V. A new commandment I give to you; love one another as I have loved you. [Alleluia]

3 The Gospel ~ John 15:9-17 Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. Jesus said to his disciples, As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you; abide in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father s commandments and abide in his love. I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete. This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. No one has greater love than this, to lay down one s life for one s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command you. I do not call you servants any longer, because the servant does not know what the master is doing; but I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from my Father. You did not choose me but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that will last, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask him in my name. I am giving you these commands so that you may love one another. Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Sermon The Nicene Creed Prayer Book, Page 358 Prayers of the People, Form III Prayer Book, Page 387 The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. The Liturgy of the Table Anthem In the heart where love is abiding, God is in that heart. And the love of Christ has made us all of one heart Then with joyful and with glad hearts let us thank him. Let us fear God and remember all his goodness. Let us love each other with a pure and clean heart. Words: Paul Wigmore Music: Traditional plainsong melody arranged by John Barnard (b. 1948) May no quarrelling or dispute come between us. Let us see your face, O Lord Christ, now among us. Let us sing with all the angels praise to Jesus. Amen. Please stand and sing Offertory Hymn #392 ~ Come, we that love the Lord...Vineyard Haven The Great Thanksgiving ~ Eucharistic Prayer B Prayer Book, Page 367 Sursum Corda

4 The Proper Preface Sanctus and Benedictus (Standing or Kneeling) The Eucharistic Canon Prayer Book, Page 368 Memorial Acclamation (said by all) Prayer Book, Page 368 We remember his death, we proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory. The Great Amen The Lord s Prayer Prayer Book, Page 364 The Breaking of the Bread The Fraction Anthem The Invitation to and Distribution of Holy Communion All persons are welcome at the Lord s table; to receive Holy Communion or a Blessing. Baptized Christians of all ages and denomination may receive the elements. To receive a blessing rather than the elements, cross your arms over your chest as you kneel at the altar rail. To receive communion please hold out your crossed hands, open palms up, for the bread, and then help guide the chalice to your lips to receive the wine; cross your arms over your chest if you do not wish to receive the wine. Please blot lipstick before drinking from the chalice. You may also allow the chalice minister to dip the bread into the wine and place it on your tongue and it is permissible to receive only the bread if you like.

5 Communion Anthem If ye love me, keep my commandments, and I will pray the Father and he shall give you another comforter, that he may bide with you for ever, e en the spirit of truth. Words: John 14 Music: Thomas Tallis (c ) Hymn #577 ~ God is love, and where true love is...ubi caritas (Murray) Post-Communion Prayer Prayer Book, Page 365/366 The Seasonal Blessing The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen Welcome and Announcements Hymn #657 ~ Love divine, all loves excelling... Hyfrydol The Dismissal People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia. Voluntary To receive an individual prayer of healing with anointing (Unction), go to the chapel after you receive Communion. Kneel as you are able at the altar rail in the chapel leaving some space between you and the next person for privacy. Return to the cathedral after the priest has prayed with you. The flowers on the altar are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of Julian Montero & MaryEllen Montero. Last week the flowers were given in loving memory of James G. Marrione. Please Join Us For Coffee Hour Immediately following this service we gather in Stuart Hall for refreshments and conversation; all are invited to attend. Use the exit at the front of the cathedral next to the organ pipes, turn left to access the hallway, and then follow the long hallway to the right; Stuart Hall is on the right. Guests are especially welcome! Copyrights Canticle: Christ our Passover, Pascha nostrum Words: Carl P. Daw, Jr. (b. 1944) 1987 Hope Publishing Col., Carol Stream, IL, All rights reserved. Reprinted from Wonder, Love, and Praise Music: Sine Nomine, Ralph Vaughan Williams ( ) Oxford University Press. Reprinted from Wonder, Love, and Praise Psalm From A HymnTune Psalter, Revised Common Lectionary Edition 2007 by Carl P. Daw, Jr. and Kevin R. Hackett. Church Publishing Incorporated. All rights reserved. Used by permission. Alleluia From Gradual Psalms for the RCL, ed. Bruce E. Ford, Church Publishing Incorporated. Mass (Sanctus, Christ our Passover) Setting: A Community Mass, Richard Proulx ( )

6 Announcements The choir sings Choral Evensong for Ascension Day, with a reception following, on Thursday, May 10 at 6:00 PM. Donors needed for Altar Flowers in Cathedral and Chapel - Please sign up today on the chart next to Stuart Hall, or for more information, contact Sandy Jackson - sditta@tulane.edu. Please consider hosting Coffee Hour after a 10:00 AM Sunday Eucharist. This is a vital part of our ministry. The sign-up sheet is in Stuart Hall. Gardeners meet every third Saturday of the month from 8am to 10am to beautify and maintain the gardens. The next gathering is scheduled for May 19. Everyone is invited. Your help is appreciated. Sunday, May 20 - The Day of Pentecost - Parish Picnic following the 10:00 Eucharist The next opportunities for Baptism fall on Sundays in the Easter season through the Day of Pentecost at the 10:00 Eucharist. Please speak with Canon Roberts as soon as possible. If you or a family member is hospitalized or shut-in, please contact the parish secretary during office hours or call one of us directly on our mobile phones at any time and leave a voice message if necessary. If the situation is not urgent you may also contact use via (copying the parish secretary as well.) Please DO NOT use text messages, Facebook or any other instant message platform to communicate sensitive or urgent information, as their reliability is inconsistent. Welcoming Children at Christ Church Cathedral Children at Christ Church Cathedral are an important part of our community. We welcome children of all ages and encourage their participation in worship services. Members of the Cathedral In keeping with the commitment we make at the time of baptism, all members play a part in the spiritual development of our youngest members. Participating in worship with children is one way to be involved in this process. Express your delight in having children in worship services. Be sure to welcome families and children when you see them. Free yourself from worry about children s behavior, be open to receiving their ministry to you and the Christ Church Cathedral community.

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8 Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana The Right Reverend Morris K. Thompson, Jr., Bishop Christ Church Cathedral The Very Reverend David A. duplantier, Dean The Reverend Canon Steven M. Roberts The Reverend David B. Lowry, Theologian in Residence The Reverend W. Gedge Gayle, Jr., Priest Associate The Reverend Travers C. Koerner, Priest Associate The Reverend Bridget K. Tierney, Director of Advent House Mr. Jarrett R. Follette, Canon Precentor Ms. Lisa Wilkie, Parish Administrator Ms. Lisa Sibal, Executive Assistant to the Dean Ms. Linda Roberts, Facilities Coordinator Mr. Daniel Terrebonne, Parish Secretary Mr. James Jennings, Sexton Mr. Kevin Kelley, Assistant Sexton Vestry 2019 Ryan Garrity, Angela Kellum, Dan LeGardeur (Treasurer) 2020 Alan Brackett (Senior Warden), Laura Brown (Secretary), Robert Clepper 2021 John Sibal (Junior Warden), Steve Smith, Borden Wallace 2022 Justin Allen, Melissa Montero, Jennifer O Brien The Week of May 6, 2018 Sunday 8:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, 1928 Prayer Book (Chapel) 9:45 AM Children s Christian Formation (Martin Room) 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Sung) 11:15 AM Coffee Hour 6:00 PM Real Presence (Contemplative Holy Eucharist) Monday 12:00 PM Al-Anon (Martin Room) 1:00 PM Book Club (Advent House) 5:30 PM Bodytime Bootcamp Tuesday 9:30 AM Staff Meeting 5:30 PM Bodytime Bootcamp 5:30 PM Yoga (Cathedral) 6:45 PM Seeker s Book Study (Advent House) Wednesday 11:30 PM Contemplative Prayer & Book Study (AH) 1:00 PM Education for Ministry (EfM) (Westfeldt Room) 7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal Thursday 10:00 AM Cathedral Tours 12:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous (Women Only) 6:00 PM Choral Evensong Friday Sunday Morning 10 AM Eucharist Live Broadcast on WGSO 990 AM Radio. Online streaming and downloadable podcast at Broadcasts underwritten in part by St. Martin s Episcopal School. Saturday 9:00 AM Office open until noon. 9:30 AM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 9:30 AM Centering Prayer (Advent House) 10:00 AM Vestry Meeting (Martin Room) Sunday 8:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, 1928 Prayer Book (Chapel) 9:45 AM Children s Christian Formation (Martin Room) 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Sung) 11:15 AM Coffee Hour 6:00 PM Real Presence (Contemplative Holy Eucharist) CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL 2919 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans Louisiana cccnola.org Please remember Christ Church Cathedral in your will.