The feast of Christ the king Proper 29A 26 November 5778

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1 The feast of Christ the king Proper 29A 26 November 5778 Salvador Mundi by Leonardo Da Vinci 1490 Painting was sold to an anonymous buyer for $450 million - 15 November 2017 St. Mary of Mo`ili`ili 1

2 Praise Song Jackie Mok & Richert AuHoy Please let Fr. Gregory know if you have a special event to celebrate or announcement to make this morning. We STAND for the Procession of the Cross and the OPENING HYMN & PRAYER. Opening Hymn: Christ Is the King [verses 1+2] Tune: Melchoir Vulpius / Words: GKA Bell Christ is the King! O friends, rejoice; Brothers and sisters, with one voice. Let the world know he is your choice. Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah! Oh magnify the Lord, and raise anthems of joy and holy praise; for Christ's brave saints of ancient days. Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah! Opening Prayer In Unison May we be faithful subjects of your heavenly kingdom, O LORD, that our lives may be filled with the charitable deeds of all who serve thee on earth. AMEN! 2

3 Ezekiel 34:11-16, We are SEATED for THE LESSONS I will rescue my sheep, says the LORD, I will gather them from around the world and bring them into their own land, where they shall feed on the rich pastures and hills of Israel. I will bind up the injured, strengthen the weak, and bring back the lost: for I am your GOD and you are my people! Song of Zechariah In Unison Song of Zechariah Blessed be the GOD of Israel: for he has raised up a mighty King to give Light to those who sit in darkness, and to guide our feet along a path of peace! Ephesians 1:15-23 I have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of your love toward the saints; and pray, that with the eyes of your heart now opened, you will know the riches of your glorious inheritance and the immeasurable power of GOD s grace: not only in this age, but also the age to come. Gospel Hymn: At the Name of Jesus H435 [verse 1] Gospellor: Rev. Honey Becker We STAND for the Proclamation of the GOSPEL. 3

4 The Deacon proclaims The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew People Glory to you Lord Christ! The GOSPEL: Matthew After the lesson, the Deacon says, The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you Lord Christ! Gospel Hymn: At the Name of Jesus [verse 6] Sermon: The Nicene Creed Those who are able STAND for the Profession of Faith Those who are able KNEEL in prayer. H435 Rev. Ron Nelson BCP358 Prayers of the People [Insert] Intercessor: Tatjana Johnson Please be SEATED for our Celebrations. Peace + We greet one another in the name of Christ. A song of thanksgiving is played. Gifts: Preston & Mary Ann Lentz The gifts of Bread & Wine are brought to the altar. The OFFERING is blessed. Thanksgiving Song Thy Kingdom Come Joel Stein Communion Video King of Kings 4

5 We STAND to celebrate Christ s presence in the Eucharistic Feast Our Celebrant offers a special prayer appointed for today. Sanctus Our Celebrant concludes the appointed Preface, saying, Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with angels & archangels, and with all the company of heaven, who forever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: 5

6 Lord s Prayer Communion Hymns: Behold the Lamb Stuart Townend Standing on the Promises of Christ My King [page 7] 6

7 Standing on the promises Words & Music: R. Kelso Carter 1886 Track: Glen Campbell The Inspirational Collection 2012 Standing on the promises of Christ my King, through eternal ages let his praises ring; glory to the highest, I will shout and I ll sing, I m standing on the promises of GOD. Refrain: Standing, standing, standing on the promises of Christ my Savior; Standing, standing I'm standing on the promises of GOD. Standing on the promises that cannot fail, when the howling storms of doubt and fear assail; and by the living Word of GOD I shall prevail, I m standing on the promises of GOD. Refrain 7

8 Prayer of Thanksgiving We give thanks for Christ s presence in us. In Unison We thank you, O LORD, for the gift of the Word made flesh in Christ Jesus our King. Help us be his body in the world, that we would live out our calling as your sons and daughters; for the good of St. Mary s and your kingdom on earth. AMEN! Blessing + We STAND to celebrate the gift of the risen Lord. Closing Hymn: Alleluia, Sing to Jesus [verses 1+4] H460 Until we meet again: The Deacon says, Go in peace to love & serve the Lord. The Congregation responds Thanks be to GOD! 201 Reasons to be an Episcopalian #104: We live for love rather than lust; grace rather than greed; faith rather than fame; justice rather than judgment. Postlude: Rejoice, the Lord Is King! John Rutter Chorus 8