SAINT MARK'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1014 E. Altadena Drive Altadena, CA (626) JULY 5, 2015

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1 LEADING TODAY'S SERVICES Celebrant Preacher Lay Eucharistic Ministers Organist Lectors Altar Guild Intercessors Nursery Sunday School Teacher Healing Prayer Ministers Ushers *7:45 a.m. The Rev. Betsy Hooper-Rosebrook The Rev. Pete Berry Rose Dale* Ruben Cardenas Sae Wan Yang Sherri Melinat, Traci Cecconello Robin Ross, Beth Owen (Sat.), Ann Osaki*, Robin Ross, Jannette Allen John Green*, Terri Jones Susan Westcott Parker Garrett Denise Momsen, Juanita Wade Gerald Somerville*, Christina Thom, Eric Thom PARISH STAFF The Rev. Carri Patterson Grindon, Rector The Rev. Betsy Hooper-Rosebrook, Associate Priest The Rev. Colin Brown, Ph.D., D.D. & The Rev. Pete Berry, The Rev. Bob Honeychurch, D.Min., The Rev. Joseph A. Lane, D.Min., The Very Rev. Sylvia Sweeney, Ph.D., Assisting Dr. Doreen Oleson, Head of School Joanne Morse & Lisa Auyong, Secretaries Lee Ann Bechthold, Bookkeeper: Karen Kikkawa, Web-Sexton Lisa Sylvester, Interim Music Director; Sae Wan Yang, Organist Kara Morgan, Choristers Director; David Key, 9:00 a.m. Service Musician Reynolds Cafferata, Chancellor; Conner Poynter, Sexton Parker Garrett: Children, Youth & Family Ministries Director VESTRY The Rev. Carri Patterson Grindon, Rector Diane Carey-Schmitz, Senior Warden; Tom Horner, Junior Warden; Joanna Scott, Treasurer; Jannette Allen, Clerk; Traci Cecconello, John Green, Tim Jones, Bruce Linsenmayer, Paul McKinney, Kara Ramirez, Robert Ross, Nathan Schroeder, Karen Sessions Jane Sobota, School Board Representative SAINT MARK'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1014 E. Altadena Drive Altadena, CA (626) JULY 5, 2015 THE FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10:30 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist MISSION STATEMENT Saint Mark s Episcopal Church welcomes all into our community of faith as we grow in Christ s love through lives of worship, learning, service and fellowship.

2 Opening Voluntary This is my song ~Jean Sibelius THE ENTRANCE RITE (standing) Today s hymns are found in The Hymnal 1982 and Lift Every Voice and Sing (LEVAS) located in the pew. Opening Hymn Lift every voice and sing LEVAS 1 Opening Acclamation Book of Common Prayer (BCP) Page 355 Collect for Purity BCP Page 355 Glory to God BCP Page 356 Collect of the Day Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. THE LITURGY OF THE WORD First Reading (seated) Deuteronomy 10:17-21 For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who is not partial and takes no bribe, who executes justice for the orphan and the widow, and who loves the strangers, providing them food and clothing. You shall also love the stranger, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt. You shall fear the LORD your God; him alone you shall worship; to him you shall hold fast, and by his name you shall swear. He is your praise; he is your God, who has done for you these great and awesome things that your own eyes have seen. Gradual Psalm 145:1-9 I will exalt you, O God my King, * and bless your Name for ever and ever. Every day will I bless you * and praise your Name for ever and ever. Great is the LORD and greatly to be praised; * there is no end to his greatness. One generation shall praise your works to another * and shall declare your power. I will ponder the glorious splendor of your majesty * and all your marvelous works. They shall speak of the might of your wondrous acts, * and I will tell of your greatness. They shall publish the remembrance of your great goodness; * they shall sing of your righteous deeds. The LORD is gracious and full of compassion, * slow to anger and of great kindness. The LORD is loving to everyone * and his compassion is over all his works. Second Reading Hebrews 11:8-16 By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to set out for a place that he was to receive as an inheritance; and he set out, not knowing where he was going. By faith he stayed for a time in the land he had been promised, as in a foreign land, living in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise. For he looked forward to the city that has foundations, whose architect and builder is God. By faith he received power of procreation, even though he was too old and Sarah herself barren because he considered him faithful who had promised. Therefore from one person, and this one as good as dead, descendants were born, as many as the stars of heaven and as the innumerable grains of sand by the seashore. All of these died in faith without having received the promises, but from a distance they saw and greeted them. They confessed that they were strangers and foreigners on the earth, for people who speak in this way make it clear that they are seeking a homeland. If they had been thinking of the land that they had left behind, they would have had opportunity to return. But as it is, they desired a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God; indeed, he has prepared a city for them.

3 Sequence Hymn O beautiful for spacious skies Hymn 719 The Gospel Matthew 5:43-48 Jesus said: You have heard that it was said, You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy. But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be children of your Father in heaven; for he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the righteous and on the unrighteous. For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? And if you greet only your brothers and sisters, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Sermon (seated) ~The Rev. Pete Berry Presentation Hymn (standing) Finlandia This is my song O God of all nations Nicene Creed (standing) BCP Page 358 Litany of Thanksgiving BCP Page 837 Confession BCP Page 360 Greeting of Peace (standing) Announcements (seated) Birthdays and Anniversaries THE LITURGY OF THE ALTAR Offertory Voluntary Meditation ~Felix Mendelssohn

4 THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Eucharistic Prayer A BCP Page 361 The Lord's Prayer BCP Page 364 Breaking of the Bread Communion of the People All who seek God and are drawn to Christ are welcome at the Lord s table. If you desire to come up for a blessing instead of communion, indicate this by crossing your arms on your chest. Gluten-free communion wafers are available upon request; let the clergy know if you require these. At the 7:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services, we offer an opportunity for prayers for yourself or a loved one for healing, support, or thanksgiving during communion at the altar rail for the early service and in the southwest corner of the church for the later service. Communion Voluntary Come, O Creator, Spirit Blest ~Flor Peeters Communion Hymn My country, tis of thee Hymn 711 Post-Communion Prayer BCP Page 365 Blessing Closing Hymn (standing) Battle Hymn of the Republic LEVAS 226 Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord Dismissal BCP Page 366 Closing Voluntary Our God, Our Help in Ages Past ~Heinrich Fleischer ************ Please join us for coffee hour in the church library, hosted by Nancy Rothwell after the 7:45 a.m. service. Please join us for coffee hour in the Community Hall after the 10:30 a.m. service for an Independence Day Potluck. Announcements Bishop Diocesan Profile Process As the Diocese of Los Angeles prepares to elect a new Bishop Diocesan in December 2016, the Search Committee wants to hear from you: they are seeking to listen to the perspectives of every member of our congregations throughout the Diocese of Los Angeles. This is an important opportunity to offer your vision for the future of our diocese and its leadership! Share your thoughts at one of the following listening sessions. Please register in advance by using one of these links: Sunday, 7/26 2:00-4:00 p.m. All Saints, Pasadena Saturday, 7/25 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. St. Mark s, Upland Saturday, 7/18 5:00-7:00 p.m. Cathedral Center, Echo Park Additional sessions at other locations, dates, and times are available; please ask if you d like those details. There will be a form for offering your input via an online survey; watch for that information soon. Summer Youth Group: Rising 6th - 12th graders are invited to join us for fun weekly events throughout the summer. Friends are welcome to come as well! Check our weekly s for meeting times and event specifics! For questions or to be added to our list, please contact Parker at CYF@saintmarksaltadena.org. Sunday, July 5th - no youth group (4th of July weekend) Sunday, July 12 - Summer Youth Group (service project) Sunday, July 19 - Summer Youth Group (laser tag) Sunday, July 26 - Summer Youth Group (service project) Monday, July Vacation Bible School - participants and volunteers register online! Sunday, August 2 - Vacation Bible School Sunday (Kara Morgan will direct "By the Sea" during the 10:30 service) ************

5 BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR FRIENDS IN DEED We ve received a request from Friends in Deed for school supplies for their families with children. They ll be handing out backpacks with supplies the end of July, as schools are starting earlier this year. They hope to have between backpacks to give to children in elementary through high school. This is their list of supplies needed: 3 ring binders..1"-3" tab dividers for binders college ruled notebook paper spiral notebooks composition notebooks pens: red, black, blue pencils and pencil top erasers colored markers (no sharpies or permanent markers) highlighters, all colors colored pencils 24 color crayons, prefer Crayola student scissors 2 pocket folders rulers (metric and customary) glue sticks backpacks..sturdy enough for daily use (no red or blue, please) Thank you for your generous support and your hope and support for these children to be able to start the school year on a positive note.the smiles and happiness that this event brings will help them on their journey of another school year this August. Blessings to all of our loving and giving congregation, Anne Browne Summer Sunday School During the summer, we offer a multi-age Sunday school program at 10:30 a.m. for children age 3 through entering grade 6. If you'd like to help out, speak to Parker Garrett to sign up. Saint Mark s Parish Prayer List June 2015 Pray for our church: Katharine, our Presiding Bishop; Michael, our Presiding Bishop-elect Jon, Diane and Mary, our Bishops; The Priests who serve our Parish; The Bishop Diocesan search process. Pray for our Partner Church and School and its Priest in Haiti: Ste. Marguerite s and Père Wisnel. Pray for those in active military service: Bianca Edwards, Ben Soifer, Aaron Granger, Henry Carnevale, TSgt Wesley Walker, Commander Michael Kearns, Erin Moffitt, William Moffitt. Pray for those living with chronic conditions: Rosella and Jacob Rutt, Peggy Taylor, Dorothy Ledge, Mary and Meg Elgin, Merril Somerville, Dargin Springfield, Sylvester Scott, Edward Bailey III, Kai Jack, Millie Paradiso, Arthur Green. Prayer is requested for Barbara Schofield, Fr. Pete Berry, Coni Canino, Kelly Bennett, Ginny Fisher, Robert Lum, Elizabeth Schiller, Joseph Allen, Rebecca Jayne, Michael Williams, Jennifer Pattison, Sutter Allen, Doug, the Grant family, Heather Cook, MaryLu Anderson, Scott Pagter, Paul, Randy Pollard, Bill and Jane Dale, Barbara Ebert, Ralph Wright, Bob Walsh, Lynn Marini, the Van family, Rose Gaynus, Auge, Barbara Wright, Sherri Burdette, Elizabeth Cox, Pablo, Cathy Wright, the Rivas Family, Leslie Andersen, Jim Grant, Susan and Jeff, Danny and Drew Apartian, Joanne Morse, Linda Genovese, Mignonette Belgrave Parkinson, Marilyn Kova, Rusty Duff, Alyssa, Ray Wilson, Jim H. Summer Bible Study Wednesdays, 9:30 10:30 a.m. Our study of The Acts of the Apostles continues through the summer, led by Roberta Goodman in her home (3066 N. Marengo). All are welcome! Bring a Bible with you, and come ready to engage the adventures of the early church.